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MEA slams UK report listing Hindu nationalism as ‘extremist ideology’, says should not be falsely equated โ€“ India TV

MEA slams UK report listing Hindu nationalism as ‘extremist ideology’, says should not be falsely equated โ€“ India TV

Image Source : PTI Randhir Jaiswal In response to a report that says Hindu nationalism features as a new threat of extremism in the UK, External Affairs Ministry's spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said that it should not be condoned and falsely equated. In MEA's weekly press briefing, Jaiswal said, "We have seen some reports on this particular matter. The nature of the separatist and extremist threat out of the UK is well-known. It should not be condoned and falsely equated." According to a report by The Guardian, Hindu nationalism has been listed among nine emerging threats in the UK. The revelation…
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Congress condemns attack on MP Manoj Kumar, seeks Nitish’s clarity

Congress condemns attack on MP Manoj Kumar, seeks Nitish’s clarity

On Friday, the Congress party condemned the attack on its Sasaram MP, Manoj Kumar, and called on Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar to explain his position and clarify his party JD(U)'s involvement in the incident. The Congress demanded the immediate arrest of those responsible and strong punishment for them. Manoj Kumar, a Dalit leader, was severely injured on Thursday after being attacked by a group of people in what police believe was a road rage incident in Bihar's Kaimur district. At a press conference at Congress headquarters, Bihar Congress president Akhilesh Prasad Singh, Bihar CLP leader Shakeel Ahmad, and former…
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What homebuyers want from Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman โ€“ India TV

What homebuyers want from Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman โ€“ India TV

Image Source : PIXABAY Homebuyers are hopeful that this Budget will have a higher budget allocation for government initiatives. Budget 2025: Homebuyers were not happy with the Budget 2024-25 as it did not address concerns like high interest rates on home loans and the annual increase in stamp duty charges.ย  Homebuyers are now expecting some announcements from Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman that will enhance affordability. Budget 2025: Here's what homebuyers expect - Homebuyers are hopeful that this Budget will have a higher budget allocation for government initiatives like the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY-U). Also, they want the loan-linked subsidy…
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Maha Kumbh’s viral garland seller Monalisa bags Bollywood film

Maha Kumbh’s viral garland seller Monalisa bags Bollywood film

Monalisa Bhonsle, the 16-year-old girl who sold garlandsย at Maha Kumbh and became an overnight sensation after her photographs went viral on social media, is all set to make her debut as an actor. ย  The Madhya Pradesh girl will star in "Diary of West Bengal", announced filmmaker Sanoj Mishra, who earlier directed movies such as "Ghaznavi", "Srinagar", and "Shashank". ย  Mishra said the film is a love story and Bhonsle will essay the role of one of the female leads. ย  "I met Monalisa and her family at their home. They have agreed to let Monalisa work in my film."…
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Real Madrid, Manchester City face again in Champions League, knockout fixtures announced โ€“ India TV

Real Madrid, Manchester City face again in Champions League, knockout fixtures announced โ€“ India TV

Image Source : GETTY Erling Haaland and Vini Jr Defending champions Real Madrid will square off against Manchester City in the playoff round of the UEFA Champions League 2024-25 season. Both the clubs had a rough start to their campaign but managed to fight back and make it to the next round of Europeโ€™s premier club competition. After a 2-0 defeat against Liverpool, the Los Blancos won three back-to-back matches against Atalanta, Salzburg and Brest to make it to the playoffs. City, on the other hand, were on the verge of elimination. They were a goal down at half-time against…
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Viveek Sharmaโ€™s paintings of Naga Sadhus reflect silence and solitude

Viveek Sharmaโ€™s paintings of Naga Sadhus reflect silence and solitude

Silence Please exhibition at India Habitat Centre, Delhi | Photo Credit: SPECIAL ARRANGEMENT Annual visits to his nanihaal (maternal home) in Allahabad (now Prayagraj) during his childhood gave Viveek Sharma an early peek into the lives of ascetics and helped him to fathom the quintessential spiritual lives. โ€œI would accompany my grandfather to the congregation of sadhus during Kumbh and he would tell me about these men who abandon worldly attachments and seek enlightenment,โ€ says Viveek. Silence Please exhibition by Viveek Sharma at IHC Delhi | Photo Credit: SPECIAL ARRANGEMENT The view of the mammoth crowds bathing in the Ganges;…
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If India Is To Lead The World, It Must Tackle Obesity First: Fitness Coach Backs PM Modi

If India Is To Lead The World, It Must Tackle Obesity First: Fitness Coach Backs PM Modi

Fitness coach Mickey Mehta. | Image: InstagramMumbai: Prime Minister Narendra Modi's recent call to address the growing obesity crisis in India has been strongly supported by renowned fitness coach Mickey Mehta. Speaking in support of the PM's vision for a healthier nation, Mehta emphasised that obesity is not just a lifestyle issue but a serious health hazard which could ultimately lead to death, if not addressed. Talking to IANS, Mickey Mehta agreed with PM Modiโ€™s remarks, warning that obesity is a root cause of numerous deadly diseases, including high blood pressure, diabetes, and insulin resistance. "What the Prime Minister said…
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Final words of Indian immigrants’ daughter before deadly midair collision in US โ€“ India TV

Final words of Indian immigrants’ daughter before deadly midair collision in US โ€“ India TV

Image Source : AP American Airlines The deadly midair collision of an Army helicopter and an American Airlines plane near the Ronald Reagan National Airport in the US claimed the lives of 67 people. Asra Hussain Raza, the daughter of Indian immigrants, was also one of them. According to a media report, Asra, 26, graduated with honours in 2020 from the USA's Indiana University and married her college mate. She worked as a consultant in Washington, DC and used to travel to Wichita twice a month to work on a turnaround project for a hospital there, her father-in-law, Dr. Hashim…
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YSRCP refuses to accept Vijayasai Reddyโ€™s resignation

YSRCP refuses to accept Vijayasai Reddyโ€™s resignation

The YSRCP on Saturday said that the party did not approve the resignation of V Vijayasai Reddy from the Rajya Sabha, but respected his choice. ย  Earlier in the day, Reddy resigned as a member of the Upper House and announced he was quitting politics due to "personal reasons". ย  He met Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar at his residence in New Delhi and submitted his resignation. ย  In a post on 'X', YSRCP called Reddy a pillar of strength for the party since its inception. ย  "Even though we do not approve of your decision, we still respect your choice.…
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From decline in global commodity prices to softening of food inflation, key highlights โ€“ India TV

From decline in global commodity prices to softening of food inflation, key highlights โ€“ India TV

Image Source : ANI The Economic Survey is an annual document presented by the government ahead of the Union Budget. Economic Survey 2024-25: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has presented the Economic Survey 2024-25 in the Lok Sabha. The Economic Survey 2024-25, tabled in both houses of Parliament, said the risk from higher commodity prices seems limited in FY26. It also said that the food inflation is likely to soften in Q4 FY25 with seasonal easing of vegetable prices and kharif harvest arrivals. Check Key Highlights Here -ย  Estimates suggest that India's retail price inflation will align progressively with the…
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