Day: February 26, 2024

Renowned Ghazal Maestro Pankaj Udhas Passes Away at 72 After Prolonged Illness

Manish Kumar

Pankaj Udhas, the celebrated ghazal and playback singer, breathed his last at the age of 72 succumbing to a prolonged illness. His demise occurred at 11 am in Mumbai, where he had been under medical care at Breach Candy Hospital. Survived by his two daughters, Nayaab and Rewa Udhas, the veteran singer leaves behind a legacy that has profoundly influenced the world of music. Tributes poured in from across the entertainment and political spectrum. Bollywood playback sensation Sonu Nigam reminisced about Udhas’s influence on his childhood, expressing deep sorrow at…

PM Modi Unveils Ambitious Railway Projects and Textile Event, Envisions ‘New India’ Progress

Manish Kumar

In a momentous virtual ceremony, Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated a staggering array of over 2,000 railway infrastructure projects.  PM laid the foundation stone for the redevelopment of 554 railway stations under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme. Addressing the nation virtually, PM Modi expressed confidence in the forthcoming third term of the government. In addition to the railway projects, PM Modi also inaugurated Bharat Tex 2024, a landmark global textile event aimed at showcasing India’s prowess in the textile industry. The multifaceted initiatives inaugurated by PM Modi signify a paradigm…

Palestinian Prime Minister Mohammad Shtayyeh Resigns Amid Israel-Hamas Conflict

Manish Kumar

Palestinian Prime Minister Mohammad Shtayyeh announced his resignation, along with that of his government, amidst the escalating Israel-Hamas conflict. Shtayyeh’s resignation comes amid growing pressure from the United States for the Palestinian Authority to undergo reforms and contribute to international efforts to quell hostilities in Gaza. Senior Hamas official Sami Abu Zuhri emphasized that Shtayyeh’s resignation should be viewed within the context of broader national consensus efforts for the post-conflict phase. The occupied West Bank has witnessed a surge in violence following a Hamas attack on southern Israel on October…

Kharge Appeals to President Murmu for Redressal of Agnipath Scheme Injustice

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Expressing grave concern over the detrimental impact of the Agnipath scheme on the aspirations of the country’s youth, Mallikarjun Kharge penned a letter to President, emphasizing the urgent need to address the “gross injustice”. As the Supreme Commander of the Indian Armed Forces, Kharge implored President Murmu to intervene and ensure justice for these aspiring servicemen and women. The Congress leader also cited revelations from former Army chief General M M Naravane, who characterized the introduction of the Agnipath scheme as a disruptive surprise for the armed forces. Kharge concluded…

Donald Trump Sweeps South Carolina Primary, Fends Off Nikki Haley’s Challenge in Decisive Victory

Manish Kumar

In a stunning victory that reverberated through the political landscape, former President Donald Trump emerged victorious in the South Carolina Republican primary. Trump registers a formidable challenge from home-state favorite Nikki Haley. Having already clinched victories in the preceding major nominating contests, Trump’s triumph bolsters his momentum heading into the “Super Tuesday” showdown across 15 states. Despite Nikki Haley’s efforts to narrow the margin of defeat, Trump’s dominance prevailed. In the aftermath of this pivotal primary battle, Donald Trump emerges victorious, consolidating his position as the Republican frontrunner. In a…

G-33 Ministerial Statement on Agriculture Trade Negotiations at the 13th WTO Ministerial Conference G-33 Ministerial Meeting, Abu Dhabi, 25 February 2024

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The following statement, dated 25 February 2024, is being circulated at the request of the delegation of Indonesia on behalf of the G-33: 1. We, Ministers and Representatives of the G-33 Members, met in Abu Dhabi, the United Arab Emirates, on 25 February 2024, on the sideline of the 13th WTO Ministerial Conference, to exchange views on the state of play of the WTO agriculture trade negotiations, and to deliberate the Group’s priorities on the outcome and the way forward. 2. We recognize the collective responsibility of all WTO Members…

Harmanpreet Kaur-led India to tour Bangladesh for T20I series in April-May

Manish Kumar

Bangladesh are slated to host the Indian women’s cricket team for a five-match T20I series at home starting April 28 as part of their preparation ahead of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2024 to be played in October. As per a report in Cricbuzz, the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has prepared the itinerary for the series, according to which all five games will be contested at the Sylhet International Cricket Stadium. Bangladesh will host India after a limited-overs-international series against Australia at home. Australia are slated to tour the…

‘Isko khana hai ya..’: Netizens react to Urvashi Rautela’s 24-carat gold birthday cake gifted by Honey Singh

Manish Kumar

Actress Urvashi Rautela celebrated her 30th birthday on Sunday, February 25. The ‘Love Dose’ fame took to her Instagram handle and shared a series of posts featuring several pictures and videos of her birthday celebrations. She was accompanied by singer-rapper Yo Yo Honey Singh but what captivated everyone’s attention was Urvashi’s birthday cake. It was a 24-carat gold birthday cake, which was reportedly gifted by the singer, and is said to be worth Rs 3 crore. Thank you @yoyohoneysingh in the tapestry of my journey, your presence is woven with threads…

IND vs ENG 4th Test Day 4 Live Score: Gill and Jadeja resume post lunch session as India aim to win series

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India are on the cusp of scripting history as they find themselves just a few runs away from winning the fourth Test and the series at the JSCA International Stadium Complex in Ranchi. If India win the series, they will get a healthy lead over Australia in the ICC World Test Championship (2023-25 cycle) Points Table. The weather on day four in Ranchi looks more promising compared to day three and hence the chances of the rain gods playing spoilsport are very low. This could possible be the last session…

“The Ashwamedha Yagya organized by the Gayatri Parivar has become a grand social campaign”

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The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, today addressed Ashwamedha Yagya organized by the Gayatri Parivar through a video message.  The Prime MInister started with his dilemma to get associated with a ‘Ashwamedh Yagya’ in the light of upcoming elections as that could be misinterpreted.  However, he said, “when I saw the Ashwamedha Yagya to uphold the sentiments of Acharya Shri Ram Sharma and infusing it with new meaning, my doubts melted away” “The Ashwamedha Yagya organized by the Gayatri Parivar has become a grand social campaign,” Prime Minister Modi acknowledged,…