Odisha is home to 82 centrally protected monuments and sites, including temples, all reported to be well-preserved by the Archaeological Survey of India. The Union culture minister also highlighted initiatives like the Lalit Kala Akademi and EZCC, which actively promote visual and folk arts in the state through exhibitions and workshops.
US regulators are probing Hong Kong telecom giant HKT, controlled by PCCW, over national security concerns. The FCC is demanding explanations on why HKT’s access to American networks should not be revoked, citing its ties to China Unicom. This move escalates US-China tech tensions, impacting Richard Li’s business empire.
Chandela kicked off his SMAT 2025 campaign with a 49-ball 88 (7×4, 5×6) against Karnataka in a last-ball thriller, recording his career-best T20 score. The 31-year-old batter surpassed this milestone in the next match, smashing 94 (54b, 9×4, 6×6) as Uttarakhand pulled off a six-wicket upset against Saurashtra.
Malayalam cinema shone brightly at the National Film Awards, with Urvashi securing Best Supporting Actress for ‘Ullozhukku,’ a moment celebrated by her daughter. Vijayaraghavan won Best Supporting Actor for ‘Pookkaalam,’ dedicating the award to his father. ‘Ullozhukku’ also claimed Best Malayalam Film, while other talents were honored for production design and editing, marking a proud…
Neena Gupta’s relationship with Vivian Richards in the late 1980s stirred conversations, as she chose to raise their daughter, Masaba, independently. Despite societal judgment, Neena openly discussed Richards’ inconsistent involvement and his emotional unavailability. She balanced motherhood and a thriving acting career, earning praise for roles in ‘Badhaai Ho,’ ‘Metro… In Dino,’ and ‘Panchayat’.
Libra, your presence radiates positivity today, influencing those around you. People may seek your counsel, so offer gentle guidance and attentive listening. Prioritize your well-being by reconnecting with your needs. In love, open communication fosters understanding. At work, your fairness and teamwork skills shine, promoting calm and effective solutions. Review finances with clarity, avoiding impulsive…
Kalyan GRP apprehended a 28-year-old man, Arun Uttappa, for allegedly sexually abusing two 11-year-old boys. The victims, who were brought from Wadala to Kalyan, disclosed the abuse during a routine check at the railway station. Uttappa faces charges under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita and the POCSO Act, with the case transferred to Wadala GRP for…
In a bold move, the Jharkhand BJP has unveiled a detailed charge sheet against Hemant Soren’s administration, accusing it of swindling the populace and steering the state into turmoil over the past six years.
Stock market today: Nifty50 and BSE Sensex, the Indian equity benchmark indices, dropped in opening trade on Tuesday as US notified 50% tariffs on India effective tomorrow. While Nifty50 went below 24,800, BSE Sensex was down over 600 points.
