In Odisha, the arrival of the monsoon has traditionally signaled the start of Raja Parba, a festival that venerates the Earth’s fertility and honors womanhood. The term “Raja” is derived from the Sanskrit word “Rajaswala,” meaning a menstruating woman, reflecting the belief that Mother Earth undergoes her own menstrual cycle during this period. This symbolic…
At 10 am on June 12, 1975, Justice Jagmohan Lal Sinha arrived at Courtroom Number 24 of the Allahabad High Court and assumed his seat in the overcrowed courtroom. He then delivered a verdict that would have historic consequences for then Prime Minister Indira Gandhi — and for India. Allowing the petition of Raj Narain,…
Tarun Mansukhani’s Housefull 5 continues its impressive box office run as it approaches its second weekend in theaters. According to industry tracker Sacnilk, the film has amassed a net collection of ₹127.25 crore in India within just seven days of its release. Globally, the Akshay Kumar-led comedy has grossed approximately ₹186 crore, positioning it among…
On June 13, 2025, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi received a phone call from Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who briefed him on the evolving security situation following Israel’s airstrikes on Iranian targets. During the conversation, Prime Minister Modi conveyed India’s concerns over the situation and emphasized the urgent need for the early restoration of…
Founded in 1871 as the Ahmedabad Medical School, it began with just 14 students working as hospital assistants under the Civil Hospital, Ahmedabad. In 1879, a generous donation of ₹20,000 from Sir Byramjee Jeejeebhoy led to its renaming as B.J. Medical School.The institution steadily advanced its credentials, affiliating in 1917 with the College of Physicians and…
Nitanshi Goel, known for her role in Laapata Ladies, made her first appearance at Cannes last night wearing a custom ensemble by JADE, designed by Monica and Karishma. The rising Bollywood star opted for a striking black gown that blended traditional kasab embroidery with subtle gold macrame accents.Our custom creation blends signature kasab craftsmanship with…
A new study has found that reducing calorie intake through dieting may raise the risk of depression. People who are on diets—especially those involving significant calorie restriction—appear more likely to experience depressive symptoms compared to those who aren’t dieting. This link was particularly strong among individuals with overweight, who showed higher rates of depression when…
On June 13, 2025, during the World Test Championship final at Lord’s, Australia’s captain Pat Cummins achieved a significant milestone by taking his 300th Test wicket. He claimed 6 wickets for 28 runs, leading Australia to dismiss South Africa for just 138 runs in their first innings. This performance not only marked his 300th Test…
Amid non-payment of medical claims and delayed salaries following the Centre’s decision to reduce its grant, the employees’ associations of NIRDPR has appealed to Rural Development Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan for urgent intervention. The NIRDPR as the premier institute for training and research in rural development also serves as a key think tank for the…
