The 71st National Film Awards were announced today, with top honors going to some of Indian cinema’s biggest names. Shah Rukh Khan and Vikrant Massey jointly bagged the Best Actor award, while Rani Mukerji was named Best Actress. Sudipto Sen won Best Director for his controversial yet impactful film The Kerala Story. The Best Feature Read More…
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Assurances Undermined: Chhattisgarh Opposes Bail for Nuns Despite Amit Shah’s Promise; Verdict Expected Tomorrow
Despite prior assurances from Union Home Minister Amit Shah and senior BJP leadership, the Chhattisgarh government has formally opposed the bail plea of two Malayali nuns — Sister Preethi Mary and Sister Vandana Francis — in the NIA court at Bilaspur. The highly anticipated verdict is scheduled for tomorrow. During the hearing, the prosecution argued Read More…
All Eyes on 71st National Film Awards: Vikrant Massey, Rani Mukerji Emerge as Top Contenders
New Delhi – Anticipation is high as the 71st National Film Awards are set to be announced today at 6 PM, honoring the finest Indian cinema certified in 2023. The official jury report will be submitted by 4 PM, paving the way for the evening’s much-awaited revelations. Leading the buzz is Vikrant Massey, widely tipped Read More…
PM Modi Invites Citizens to Contribute Ideas for Independence Day 2025 Speech
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has invited citizens to share their ideas, themes, and suggestions for his 12th consecutive Independence Day address from the Red Fort on August 15, 2025, as India prepares to mark its 79th Independence Day. Taking to social media, the Prime Minister said, “As we approach this year’s Independence Day, Read More…
Vice Presidential Poll Set for September 9 After Dhankhar’s Surprise Exit; EC Issues Election Timeline
The Election Commission of India (ECI) has announced September 9, 2025, as the date for electing India’s next Vice President, following the sudden resignation of Jagdeep Dhankhar on July 21. Citing health concerns, Dhankhar became the first Vice President in Indian history to resign mid-term, stepping down nearly two years before his tenure was due Read More…
Commercial LPG Cylinder Price Cut by ₹33.50; New Rates Effective from Today
New Delhi: Oil companies have reduced the price of commercial LPG cylinders across the country. The cost of a 19 kg commercial LPG cylinder has been slashed by ₹33.50, with the new rates coming into effect from today. In the national capital, Delhi, the revised price now stands at ₹1,631.50. However, there has been no Read More…
Kerala and Karnataka Lead in Minority Access to Global Education Loans in India
New Delhi: Kerala and Karnataka have emerged as the leading states in facilitating access to international education loans for students from minority communities in India. Between 2020 and 2025, Kerala alone recorded a remarkable 9,982 beneficiaries under the Padho Pardesh scheme, with fund disbursements exceeding ₹8.8 crore. The Padho Pardesh scheme, launched by the Government Read More…
Modi and UAE President Reaffirm Stronger Strategic Ties Amid Rising Bilateral Trade
New Delhi: In a significant diplomatic exchange, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and UAE President Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan held a telephonic conversation reaffirming their commitment to deepening the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership between India and the United Arab Emirates. The two leaders reviewed the impressive strides made across diverse sectors including economy, defence, technology, Read More…
Kerala Nuns’ Arrest Sparks Political Uproar; Amit Shah Seeks Report, Bail Plea to Be Filed in NIA Court Today
New Delhi: The arrest of Malayali nuns in Chhattisgarh on charges of religious conversion and human trafficking has escalated into a major political controversy, prompting Union Home Minister Amit Shah to seek a detailed report from the state’s Chief Minister. Shah has also reportedly discussed the issue with Prime Minister Narendra Modi and is closely Read More…
Battle Over Governor’s Powers: Supreme Court to Hear President’s Challenge to Time-Limit Verdict; Kerala, Tamil Nadu Cry Foul
New Delhi- In a constitutional face-off with sweeping implications for Centre–State relations, the Supreme Court will soon take up President Droupadi Murmu’s reference challenging its landmark ruling that set time limits for Governors to act on state bills. The hearings, led by a five-judge Constitution Bench headed by Chief Justice D.Y. Chandrachud, will begin on Read More…









