Chaitra Navratri 2026 will begin on March 19, marking the start of the sacred

Pop sensation Britney Spears was arrested on March 4, 2026, on suspicion of driving under the influence (DUI) of alcohol and drugs in Ventura County, California. The singer was detained at 9:30 pm local time and released in the early hours of March 5, according to the Ventura County Sheriff’s Department. Following her release, Spears' representative addressed the incident, issuing a statement that emphasized the seriousness of the situation. The representative described the arrest as an "un

In a press statement today, DCM Pawan Kalyan strongly addressed the ongoing Tirumala laddu controversy, accusing the previous YSRCP government of a major scam in the preparation of the sacred prasadam. Kalyan claimed that palm oil and harmful chemicals had been used instead of pure ghee in the preparation of the famous Tirumala Srivari Laddu, which he said not only hurt the faith of devotees but also compromised their health. Kalyan emphasized the seriousness of the issue, pointing

The Tirumala laddu controversy has once again gained political momentum in Andhra Pradesh, with Deputy Chief Minister and Janasena Party president Pawan Kalyan taking a strong stand on the issue. The Janasena leader has been facing sustained criticism from the YSR Congress Party over the matter, prompting him to respond forcefully during a recent interaction with party MLAs and representatives. During the meeting, Pawan Kalyan made sharp remarks about the alleged mismanagement of Ti

The Thiruvannamalai Annamalaiyar Temple, one of India’s most revered Shiva temples, stands at the foothills of the sacred Arunachala Hill in Tamil Nadu. Known as the temple of fire (Agni) among the five Panch Bhoota Sthalams, it holds deep spiritual significance. Devotees believe that Lord Shiva manifested here as an infinite column of light, symbolizing supreme truth and divine power. Rich in history, the temple has been shaped by the Chola, Pallava, Hoysala, Pandya, and Vijayanagara dynas

US authorities have confirmed that an Indian-origin truck driver involved in a deadly crash in California last month was not under the influence of alcohol or drugs at the time of the accident. However, officials have classified the incident as a case of grossly negligent homicide due to what they described as reckless and careless driving that caused the deaths of three people and injuries to several others. The San Bernardino County District Attorney’s Office stated that toxicol

An 18-year-old has been charged with intoxication manslaughter following a deadly early morning crash in Garland, Texas, that claimed the life of another driver. The incident occurred at the intersection of North Garland Avenue and Kingsley Road, where a Nissan SUV was struck by a speeding Cadillac SUV and burst into flames. Garland police confirmed that the victim, a male driver of the Nissan, died at the scene. His identity has not been released pending notifi

After more than 15 years of evading justice, a man has pleaded guilty in connection with a deadly crash that took place in 2009. The case, which had remained unresolved for over a decade, finally moved forward after the fugitive was arrested at an international airport late last year. His admission of guilt marks the end of a lengthy search and offers long-awaited accountability in a tragic incident that claimed a life. According to prosecutors, the fatal crash occurred when Chaud

Homeowners looking to build an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) in Dublin now have a golden opportunity to offset construction costs. Thanks to the Senate District 7 ADU Accelerator Program, residents can qualify for rebates of up to $15,000 to encourage small-unit construction and ease the local housing crisis. How the Rebate Works The total funding pool of

The Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) has launched a new initiative called "Book Prasadam" to promote Sanatana Dharma and raise spiritual awareness among devotees. This innovative move is part of the temple’s broader effort to counter religious conversions and spread the glory of Hindu traditions. Under the guidance of TTD Chairperson BR Naidu, this programme will provide visitors with sacred Hindu texts along with the traditional laddoo pra

An off-duty rookie officer with the San Francisco Police Department (SFPD), 28-year-old Ryan Kwong, was arrested early Saturday morning for allegedly driving under the influence, resulting in a severe two-car collision that injured five people — one of them critically. The crash occurred at approximately 1:59 a.m. at the intersection of Sunset Boulevard and Rivera Street in San Francisco’s Outer Sunset neighborhood. Authorities confirmed that Kwong was behind the wheel of one of t

In a historic spiritual transition, the ancient Kanchi Kamakoti Peetham, one of India’s most revered Hindu religious institutions, anointed its 71st Acharya on Wednesday. A 25-year-old Rig Vedic scholar from Andhra Pradesh, Duddu Satya Venkata Surya Subramanya Ganesha Sharma Dravid, was formally initiated into monastic life and given the monastic name Satya Chandrasekharendra Saraswathi. The solemn and sacred ceremony took place in Kanchipuram, Tamil Nadu, where the Peetham is headquart

This month, a University of Minnesota graduate student was detained by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), sparking significant concern and protests among students and faculty. Contrary to earlier reports suggesting the student's involvement in campus protests, federal officials confirmed that the detention was related to a prior criminal history, specifically a DUI arrest, and the subsequent revocation of the student's visa by the U.S. Department of State. The Department of Ho

The University of Houston has responded to controversy surrounding a course titled Lived Hindu Religion, which was criticized by a student as being “Hinduphobic” and politically biased. In an official statement released via ANI on March 28, the university firmly reiterated its support for academic freedom and the role of scholarly inquiry in addressing complex and sometimes controversial issues. The backlash originated when Vasant Bhatt, a political science major and Hind