Golden Temple Marks Guru Gobind Singh Jayanti with Solemn Grandeur, No Fireworks This Year

The Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC) has decided to forgo fireworks at the Golden Temple in Amritsar on the Parkash Purb (birth anniversary) of Guru Gobind Singh this year, choosing reverence and reflection over spectacle. The decision reflects the deep emotional and spiritual significance of the period, as the Sikh community simultaneously observes the martyrdom … Read more

Ooty Shivers Below Zero as Frost Transforms the Nilgiris into a Winter Wonderland

Ooty, the Queen of Hill Stations, has taken on an unusually wintry avatar as temperatures plunged below zero, turning parts of the Nilgiris into a scene reminiscent of North India’s snow towns. The hill town witnessed intense cold and widespread frost, prompting authorities to impose safety restrictions for tourists in sensitive areas. According to reports, … Read more

Pat Cummins Puts Long-Term Fitness First, Balances Ashes Glory with T20 World Cup Ambitions

Australia captain Pat Cummins is taking a measured approach to his cricketing calendar, choosing long-term fitness over short-term intensity as he sets his sights firmly on the upcoming ICC T20 World Cup. After returning from a back injury to play a decisive role in Australia sealing the Ashes at Adelaide, Cummins has signalled a temporary … Read more

India Flags Cultural Sensitivity as Hindu Deity’s Statue Is Destroyed Amid Thailand–Cambodia Tensions

India has expressed strong concern over the reported demolition of a Hindu deity’s statue in an area affected by the ongoing military standoff between Thailand and Cambodia, calling the act deeply hurtful to religious sentiments worldwide. Responding to media queries on Wednesday, External Affairs Ministry spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said New Delhi had taken note of … Read more

Winter Tightens Its Grip: Snow, Rain and Dense Fog Sweep North India as Temperatures Dip Below Zero

North India is firmly in winter’s grasp as an intense cold wave swept across the region, bringing snowfall to the hills, icy winds to the plains, and dense fog that disrupted daily life. From the snow-laden valleys of Jammu and Kashmir to the fog-choked highways of Uttar Pradesh, weather conditions turned harsh over the weekend, … Read more

India Raises Alarm Over Nationals Fighting in Russia-Ukraine War: 26 Dead, 50 Still Await Discharge

India has officially confirmed that 202 Indian nationals have joined the Russian armed forces since 2022, with 26 losing their lives and seven still missing amid the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict. The disclosure, made in the Rajya Sabha, has brought renewed attention to the plight of Indians allegedly coerced or misled into joining the war. In … Read more

Goa Liberation Day: The Unsung Heroes Who Ended 451 Years of Portuguese Rule

Every year on December 19, Goa commemorates a defining chapter in its history — the day it finally broke free from 451 years of Portuguese colonial rule and reunited with India in 1961. While Operation Vijay marked the military culmination of this struggle, Goa’s liberation was the result of decades of courage, resistance, and relentless … Read more

Late Blow for Australia as Steven Smith Sidelined from Adelaide Test Due to Health Scare

Australia were forced into a last-minute change ahead of the third Ashes Test in Adelaide, with senior batter Steven Smith ruled out on the morning of the match after experiencing vertigo-like symptoms. The sudden development prompted a late reshuffle in the playing XI and paved the way for Usman Khawaja’s return to the Test side. … Read more

Storm Fury Brings Down Liberty Replica in Brazil, Leaving Icon in Pieces

A powerful storm sweeping through southern Brazil caused dramatic damage on Monday afternoon when a towering replica of the Statue of Liberty collapsed in the city of Guaíba. The structure, standing close to 40 metres tall, was toppled by intense winds, though authorities confirmed that no one was injured in the incident. The replica was … Read more

EC Uploads Names of Voters Removed from Bengal Rolls Prior to 2026 Elections

The Election Commission of India (ECI) has released a significant update to the state’s voter database as West Bengal gets ready for Assembly elections that are set for early next year. A list of voters whose names were eliminated from the 2026 draft electoral lists was uploaded by the Commission on Tuesday morning. Those who … Read more

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