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โ€˜Try stopping meโ€™: Annamalai challenges Raj Thackeray

โ€˜Try stopping meโ€™: Annamalai challenges Raj Thackeray

Bharatiya Janata Party leader K Annamalai has thrown down the gauntlet to Raj Thackeray, declaring that no amount of physical threats or "political bullying" will stop him from visiting Mumbai. Speaking on Monday, the former IPS officer brushed off warnings of violence following a heated MNS-UBT joint rally where the Thackeray cousins reportedly took aim at him. ย  "Who are Aditya Thackeray and Raj Thackeray to threaten me?" Annamalai asked, leaning into his background as a farmer's son to signal he wasn't easily rattled. He specifically addressed social media posts and media reports suggesting he would be physically harmed โ€”…
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This rare Himalayan flower is said to bring good luck โ€” How to grow sacred Brahma Kamal at home?

This rare Himalayan flower is said to bring good luck โ€” How to grow sacred Brahma Kamal at home?

The Brahma Kamal (Saussurea obvallata) is one of the most sacred flowers that grows in the Himalayan regions. This particular flower holds a unique spot in Indian culture and spirituality and also horticulture. The flower is rare and revered across the Himalayan belt and beyond. It is because the flower is considered a divine symbol which blooms only at night and smells like heaven! Adventure seekers from far and beyond travel to Valley of Flowers in Uttarakhand to see these floral beauties bloom. It is believed that watching a Brahma Kamal bloom brings luck and blessings. But the thing is,…
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PF withdrawals set to become faster with ATM and UPI Integration, here’s all you need to know

PF withdrawals set to become faster with ATM and UPI Integration, here’s all you need to know

A few months ago, the EPFO allowed the account holders to withdraw up to 75 per cent of their provident fund balance, offering substantial relief to employees facing financial difficulties. New Delhi: In what brings a sigh of relief for those finding it tricky to withdraw PF money when needed, the Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) is slated to bring a notable change. The upcoming update, aimed at completely transforming the process of PF withdrawal, is slated to benefit millions of PF account holders. Once rolled out, the account holders will neither have to visit offices nor wait for…
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Shikhar Dhawan gets engaged to Sophie Shine, former cricketer confirms on social media

Shikhar Dhawan gets engaged to Sophie Shine, former cricketer confirms on social media

Shikhar Dhawan has been dating Sophie Shine for quite some time now since his divorce. He has not got engaged to Shine and confirmed the development through a social media post. New Delhi: Former India cricketer Shikhar Dhawan has got engaged to girlfriend Sophie Shine. The ex-cricketer confirmed the development through a social media post on Instagram. "From shared smiles to shared dreams. Grateful for the love, the blessings and every good wish for our engagement as we choose togetherness forever. Shikhar and Sophie," Dhawan wrote in a caption to his Instagram post with a picture of his hand beneath…
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TCS announces third interim dividend along with special dividend of Rs 46, check payment date

TCS announces third interim dividend along with special dividend of Rs 46, check payment date

TCS Dividend: The company's shares ended the session in the green at Rs 3,235.70, up 0.86 per cent or Rs 27.70 from the previous close. Mumbai: Country's largest IT services firm, Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), on Thursday reported a nearly 4 per cent fall in consolidated net profit to Rs 10,675 crore in the October-December quarter of the financial year 2025-26. The IT major had posted a profit of Rs 12,075 crore in the corresponding quarter of 2024-25. However, the company's third-quarter revenue grew 1.95 per cent to Rs 67,087 crore from Rs 65,799 crore in the last quarter. Also,…
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KC Cariappa, former KKR, PBKS and RR player, announces retirement from Indian cricket

KC Cariappa, former KKR, PBKS and RR player, announces retirement from Indian cricket

KC Cariappa played for Kolkata Knight Riders and Punjab Kings and was part of the Rajasthan Royals in his Indian Premier League journey. Cariappa has announced his retirement from Indian cricket. New Delhi: KC Cariappa announced his retirement from Indian cricket on Monday, January 12. Cariappa, who has played for Kolkata Knight Riders, Punjab Kings and has been part of Rajasthan Royals, confirmed his decision through a social media post. "From the streets where it all began... to stadium lights and wearing the jersey with pride - I lived the dream I once only imagined. Today, I KC CARIAPPA. officially…
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Gangster Lawrence Bishnoi’s aide shot dead in US, rival gang claims responsibility

Gangster Lawrence Bishnoi’s aide shot dead in US, rival gang claims responsibility

The responsibility for the attack on Lawrence Bishnoi gang has been claimed by the rival Rohit Godara gang. It claimed that the attack was conducted by two gangsters of the Rohit Godara gang -- Baljot Singh and Jassa. Washington: A gang war involving the dreaded Lawrence Bishnoi gang has been reported in Indiana state of United States of America (USA), said sources on Monday. In the gang war, one associateย of the Lawrence Bishnoi gang was killed, while one other was injured.ย  The slain gangster was identified as Virender Sambhi, who was a resident of Haryana.ย  Rival gang claims responsibility The…
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Priyanka, Nick turn heads at Golden Globes 2026

Priyanka, Nick turn heads at Golden Globes 2026

Actor Priyanka Chopra Jonas, along with her husband, singer-actor Nick Jonas, turned heads as they arrived on the red carpet of the Golden Globe Awards 2026. ย  Chopra Jonas presented an award at the star-studded ceremony, made a stylish entrance alongside Jonas, with the couple pausing to greet fans and photographers as they walked the carpet. For the award gala, Chopra Jonas opted for a strapless navy-blue custom Dior haute couture gown by Jonathan Anderson, featuring a fitted bodice and a dramatic two-tiered skirt. She completed the look with diamond-studded Bvlgari jewellery, including a statement necklace, ring and earrings. Jonas…
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India-Germany CEOs Forum: PM Modi, German Chancellor Merz meet CEOs, discuss opportunities for cooperation

India-Germany CEOs Forum: PM Modi, German Chancellor Merz meet CEOs, discuss opportunities for cooperation

PM Modi said that India is moving forward with over 8 per cent growth even in today's challenging global environment. New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz met with the chief executive officers (CEOs) from both countries at the India-Germany CEOs Forum in Ahmedabad, Gujarat. They held wide ranging talks to expand the overall trajectory of bilateral engagement. Merz is on a two-day visit to India. This is his first trip to Asia as German Chancellor. At the forum, PM Modi said that the two countries are celebrating the platinum jubilee of their relations and the…
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Virat Kohli has best chance to break Sachin Tendulkar’s 32-year-old record in IND vs NZ 2nd ODI

Virat Kohli has best chance to break Sachin Tendulkar’s 32-year-old record in IND vs NZ 2nd ODI

Virat Kohli has been in insane form of late as he has been amassing runs for fun in the ODI cricket. Kohli broke a massive Sachin Tendulkar record and has a chance of shattering another major record of the Master Blaster in the second ODI. New Delhi: India batting icon Virat Kohli has been in Midas touch in recent times as the maestro has been piling up runs in the ODI format. Kohli, the former India skipper, scored a masterful 93 in the first ODI against New Zealand as the Men in Blue hunted down 301 in Vadodara on Sunday,…
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