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Govardhan Puja 2025: Date, Time, Puja Rituals and Significance of Annakut
Hindus celebrate Govardhan Puja on October 22, 2025, honoring Lord Krishna and the Annakut tradition. This festival commemorates Krishna lifting Govardhan Hill to protect villagers from Indra’s wrath. Devotees prepare elaborate food offerings, perform rituals, and engage in community feasts, symbolizing gratitude and solidarity. Celebrations vary across regions, including symbolic hillock creations and adorning cattle.
Donald Trump pardoned January 6 rioter arrested for threatening to kill Hakeem Jeffries: ‘Cannot allow this terrorist to live’
A New York man, previously pardoned for his role in the January 6th Capitol attack, has been arrested. Christopher Moynihan faces charges for allegedly making death threats against House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries. Investigators revealed text messages indicating intent to harm Jeffries. Moynihan was taken into custody and is currently held on bail.
Vignesh Shivan on missing Nayanthara starrer Love Insurance Kompany’s Diwali release, ‘Happiness isn’t always about success’
Director Vignesh Shivan took to social media to share a deeply emotional post, reflecting on love, family, and gratitude, while coming to terms with his upcoming film Love Insurance Kompany missing its planned Diwali release. Marking the 10th anniversary of his 2015 hit Naanum Rowdy Dhaan, which starred Vijay Sethupathi and now-wife Nayanthara, the filmmaker…
UK-based researcher deported from Indira Gandhi International Airport
London-based academic Francesca Orsini was denied entry into India and deported after being blacklisted for violating her tourist visa conditions by conducting research. Officials stated that undertaking research requires a specific ‘R’ visa, and violating visa terms can lead to blacklisting, a sovereign right of any nation.
‘Blacklisted’: UK-based researcher deported from IGI; officials cite visa norms violation
London-based academic Francesca Orsini was denied entry into India and deported after being blacklisted for violating her tourist visa conditions by conducting research. Officials stated that undertaking research requires a specific ‘R’ visa, and violating visa terms can lead to blacklisting, a sovereign right of any nation.
Why Kevin Durant ditched 35 and embraced No. 7 as the Houston Rockets star embarks on a new chapter
Houston Rockets star Kevin Durant is set to debut jersey number 7 for the 2025-26 season, a departure from his long-associated number 35. While the exact reasons remain unclear, this change marks a fresh start for Durant and the Rockets. Fans may need to adjust to the new number, which he previously wore with the…
After Taliban minister’s visit, Kabul embassy restored
India has upgraded its technical mission in Kabul to an embassy, signaling a significant step in bilateral engagement following the Taliban foreign minister’s visit. This move aims to expand economic cooperation and India’s role in Afghanistan’s development. The Taliban will also send diplomats to New Delhi, even as India maintains its stance on recognition and…
India-Afghan ties: After Muttaqi’s visit, New Delhi restores Kabul embassy
India has upgraded its technical mission in Kabul to an embassy, signaling a significant step in bilateral engagement following the Taliban foreign minister’s visit. This move aims to expand economic cooperation and India’s role in Afghanistan’s development. The Taliban will also send diplomats to New Delhi, even as India maintains its stance on recognition and…