Desecration of a Goddess Kali idol in West Bengal’s South 24 Parganas district sparked outrage, with the BJP accusing the TMC government of shielding culprits. Police are investigating the damaged idol, found in a village temple, and warned against misinformation. The incident occurred amidst protests and stone-pelting, leading to police intervention.
Patna Municipal Corporation initiated a four-day Deepotsav and Ganga aarti, blending devotion with a strong emphasis on cleanliness ahead of Chhath Mahaparv. The event, inaugurated by divisional commissioner Animesh Kumar Parashar, featured thousands of lamps, rangoli decorations and a Ganga aarti by a Varanasi team.
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A 52-year-old woman was injured after a saltwater crocodile attacked her while she was washing utensils in the Kharosotra river near Bhitarkanika National Park. Villagers rescued the woman, who was then taken to a local health center. The forest department has implemented measures, including barricades and awareness campaigns, to prevent further human-crocodile encounters.
Tollywood icon Chiranjeevi has secured an ad-interim injunction from the Hyderabad City Civil Court, protecting his name, image, and voice from unauthorized digital use, including AI and Metaverse applications. The court’s order, following a plea against over 30 online entities, aims to prevent public misperception and irreparable damage from the exploitation of his persona for…
Filmmaker Subhash Ghai revealed Govinda was initially offered the lead in ‘Taal’ but refused, fearing he’d only be a character actor as Akshaye Khanna would get the girl. Ghai then cast Anil Kapoor, whose performance later impressed Danny Boyle, leading to ‘Slumdog Millionaire’. The film, starring Aishwarya Rai, was a hit.
Drone attacks had threatened Khartoum International Airport’s reopening, but a Badr Airlines plane has now landed, marking the resumption of domestic flights after over two years. The move signals cautious optimism for Sudan’s aviation sector, supporting mobility and economic activity in the war-torn capital, even as underlying security risks from the ongoing conflict between the…
Dhanbad officials inspected various water bodies, including Bekarbandh Talab and the Damodar River, to ensure smooth and safe Chhath Puja celebrations. Instructions were issued for cleanliness, land levelling, and proper lighting, with barricades and trained divers deployed for devotee safety. The administration prioritizes a peaceful, clean, and secure environment for the festival.
On Oct 19, TOI reported the Madras High Court’s decision to house criminal courts in a renovated heritage building, formerly the Law College, which has since sparked debate in the legal community. While offering immediate convenience for practitioners, critics argue it severs historical ties and hinders informal legal education, potentially impacting the justice system’s long-term…
