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Rahul Gandhi's Attack on Arvind Kejriwal Rahul Gandhi, in his rally at Delhi's Patparganj, strongly criticized Arvind Kejriwal, labeling him as the "architect of the liquor scam." This criticism came amid the ongoing Delhi election campaign, where Gandhi targeted Kejriwal's promises of clean politics and transformation. He also pointed out that Kejriwal had failed to live up to his promises during crucial times, including during the Delhi riots of

Chandrababu Naidu's Role in NDA's Delhi Campaign Chandrababu Naidu has become a significant figure within the NDA alliance, with top leaders such as Narendra Modi, Amit Shah, and JP Nadda valuing his political acumen. Recognizing his influence, the NDA has invited Naidu to campaign for the party in the upcoming Delhi assembly elections. He is expected to play a key role i

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has expressed confidence that he will receive justice from the judiciary in the ongoing Mysuru Urban Development Authority (MUDA) land scam case. Siddaramaiah, who is the prime accused, along with his wife BM Parvathi, named as the second accused, is currently facing scrutiny over the alleged misuse of political influence for land compensation deals. The Karnataka High Court's Dharwad bench has reserved its judgment on the petition requesting a Centra

Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy proudly announced that the state has secured approximately Rs 1.8 lakh crore in investments during his recent visit to the World Economic Forum (WEF) annual meeting in Davos, Switzerland. This marks a significant milestone for the state, with the Chief Minister emphasizing the importance of these investments in bolstering Telangana's economic growth. Taking a dig at the opposition Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS), Reddy refuted their claims

A political standoff erupted on Tuesday between the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) and the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) over allegations of "poisoned water" being supplied to Delhi via the Yamuna river. The Congress, amid this growing controversy, has intervened by demanding action from the Election Commission (EC) against both parties, depending on the validity of the claims. The row began when AAP leaders, including Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal and Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann, filed co

Overeating during the winter months is a common struggle due to a mix of biological, psychological, and lifestyle factors. The cold weather prompts the body to crave calorie-dense foods for warmth and energy conservation. Additionally, the shorter days and reduced sunlight can lead to lower serotonin levels, often resulting in emotional eating and cravings for carbs. Festive gatherings and a more sedentary lifestyle during winter also play a role in increased food intake. However, with some m

A recent report by global analytics firm FICO has highlighted the increasing threat of scams in India's real-time payments (RTP) ecosystem. According to the survey, over one-third (34%) of respondents have lost money to scams, paying for goods, services, or investments that were never delivered. The report further reveals that 60% of respondents have received messages from scammers, and 54% reported that friends or family members have been scammed. Despite fewer people reporting

The Annual Status of Education Report (ASER) 2023, released on Tuesday, highlights several key findings about the state of children's education in rural India. One of the key insights is that over 82% of children aged 14-16 are proficient in using smartphones, but only 57% are leveraging them for educational purposes. This underscores a gap in the use of technology for learning despite widespread access. Additionally, the report revealed that the percentage of underage children

Maharashtra has recently observed an increase in cases of Guillain-Barre Syndrome (GBS), a rare neurological disorder where the immune system attacks the peripheral nervous system. This condition can cause symptoms such as muscle weakness, numbness, and in severe cases, paralysis. The state health department has reported 110 suspected GBS cases, with one death and eight confirmed diagnoses so far. The majority of these cases are from Pune, with others reported in Pimpri Chinchwad and various

In preparation for the Mauni Amavasya "Amrit Snan" on Wednesday, authorities managing the Maha Kumbh have issued a comprehensive safety advisory to ensure a smooth and secure experience for the millions of devotees expected to attend. The second Amrit Snan of the Maha Kumbh is anticipated to be one of the largest gatherings of the pilgrimage, and the authorities are taking extensive measures to manage crowd movement and safety. The fair administration, in collaboration wit

Virat Kohli, one of India's cricketing icons, is making his much-awaited return to domestic cricket by featuring in the upcoming Ranji Trophy match for Delhi against Railways. This will be his first appearance in the competition in over 12 years, with his last appearance in a domestic red-ball event dating back to 2012. Kohli was seen participating in a practice session at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi, where he joined his Delhi teammates ahead of the match. Kohli had pr

 The Madras High Court has dismissed a petition filed by Netflix India to reject Dhanush’s copyright lawsuit against Nayanthara for using a three-second clip from his 2015 film Naanum Rowdy Dhaan in her Netflix documentary Nayanthara: Beyond The Fairy Tale. Dhanush’s legal team had approached the court in November, arguing that Nayanthara, her husband Vignesh Shivan, and their production house, Rowdy Pictures, had used footage from the film without obtaining

Samajwadi Party (SP) chief Akhilesh Yadav will campaign for Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) candidates ahead of the Delhi Assembly elections on February 5, joining forces with AAP leader Arvind Kejriwal. Yadav will participate in a roadshow in Rithala on January 30, and other SP MPs, including Iqra Hasan from Kairana, will also lend their support to AAP’s candidates in the Delhi poll race. The collaboration between SP and AAP comes as part of the INDIA bloc, which also includes Congress

Tamil Nadu’s professional boxer Sabari Jaishankar is set to headline the upcoming Super Fighter Series, an international boxing event scheduled for February 7 in Bangkok. Jaishankar, who is currently the WBC Middle East and WBC Australasia champion, will take on seasoned Thai boxer Rattakorn Tassaworn in an exciting match-up. Jaishankar is not the only Indian boxer participating in this high-profile event. His fellow countrymen, Laldinsanga and Vanlalawmpuia, both from Mizoram

Amravati, the capital of Andhra Pradesh, is set to make cricketing history with the construction of the largest cricket stadium in India, which will surpass the current record-holder, the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. The Andhra Cricket Association (ACA) has announced that the new stadium will have a seating capacity of over 1.32 lakh spectators, making it the largest in the country. The ACA president, Kesineni Sivanth, revealed that the state government has been asked to allo

Chandrababu Naidu, the Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh, is once again setting his sights on revolutionizing the state’s technology landscape. After turning Hyderabad into a leading IT hub, Naidu is now focused on developing Vizag as a major tech destination. His plan involves the creation of a Data City in Madhurawada, spanning 500 acres, designed to serve as a center for IT companies and innovation. Following the success of Hyderabad’s Hi-Tech City, which attracted tec

The newly appointed Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) board, under the leadership of Chairman BR Naidu, held its first meeting on Monday at the Annamayya Bhavan in Tirumala. During this meeting, the board passed several resolutions, one of which was a strong request to the Andhra Pradesh government to cancel the allotment of 20 acres of land near Alipiri for the proposed Mumtaz Hotel. The decision comes after growing concerns that the hotel project could hurt the religious sentiments of de

Chinese startup DeepSeek has made waves in the global AI sector with its innovative models, DeepSeek-V3 and DeepSeek-R1, which it claims rival or surpass the performance of leading U.S. models, such as OpenAI's ChatGPT, at a fraction of the cost. These models have already gained significant traction, with DeepSeek-V3 powering the company's AI Assistant, which recently overtook ChatGPT as the top-rated free app on Apple’s App Store in the U.S. The models have drawn prai

First Death in Maharashtra Due to Guillain-Barre Syndrome (GBS): Maharashtra has reported its first death due to Guillain-Barre Syndrome (GBS), a rare neurological disorder. The victim, a Pune-based Chartered Accountant, had been suffering from diarrhoea for several days before developing muscle weakness, which later progressed to difficulty breathing. He ultimately succumbed to the condition.  Increa

Central Europe’s agricultural land is facing significant challenges due to climate change, with a decline in productive areas already evident in countries like Slovakia, Austria, and the Czech Republic. Research has shown that rising temperatures and expanding dry conditions are shifting fertile zones towards the north and west. This transformation threatens the stability of local economies and food security, especially in areas once ideal for crop cultivation. A study led by