A West Bengal Durga Puja committee unveiled an asura idol resembling Donald Trump, citing his H-1B visa proclamation as a “betrayal.” This move reflects widespread anxiety among Indian and NRI Bengali communities in the US, whose Durga Puja preparations were disrupted by concerns over visa uncertainties and potential discrimination.
PM Narendra Modi paid rich tributes to Assamese music legend Zubeen Garg during Mann ki Baat, describing him as the ‘Kohinoor of Assamese culture’ and expressing sadness over his untimely demise at 52 in Singapore. Modi also highlighted Bhupen Hazarika’s global impact, mentioning Sri Lankan artists translating his iconic song into Sinhala and Tamil.
The MSME Seva Parv 2025 commenced in Varanasi. Union Minister Shobha Karandlaje participated in a cleanliness drive at Namo Ghat. She stressed the importance of hygiene for health. An MSME conclave also took place at Rudraksh International Cooperation & Convention Centre. A three-day exhibition-cum-sale of local artisan products also started. It featured 120 stalls.
BLACKPINK’s Rose captivated thousands at the 2025 Global Citizen Festival in New York. Her stunning performance, featuring a viral cover of The Cranberries’ ‘Linger’, garnered immense praise online. Dressed in a floor-length pink gown, Rose delivered a powerful set, marking her successful North American festival debut. This memorable appearance left audiences in awe of her…
Heavy overnight rains battered western Marathwada, including Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, Beed, and Jalna, severely disrupting public life. Increased dam discharges led to rising Godavari River levels, prompting multiple rescue operations for stranded locals in flood-hit areas. Marathwada has received 141% of expected rainfall since June 1, with showers anticipated to relent soon.
The Green Bay Packers will face the Dallas Cowboys tonight without star offensive tackle Zach Tom. Tom is sidelined due to an oblique injury sustained against the Cleveland Browns, confirmed by ESPN’s Adam Schefter. This absence adds pressure on the Packers, who recently lost to the Browns despite winning their previous two matches.
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A father was arrested in Azamgarh for fatally shooting his 15-year-old daughter and critically injuring her 20-year-old boyfriend at a restaurant on Friday. The accused used his licensed revolver after an argument. Police registered murder and attempted murder charges, recovering the weapon, while the boyfriend remains in critical condition.
Punjabi singer Rajvir Jawanda was hospitalized in critical condition after a severe road accident, sustaining head and spine injuries and facing cardiac arrest. He is currently on ventilator support in Mohali. Numerous Punjabi artists, including Diljit Dosanjh and Neeru Bajwa, have expressed prayers for his speedy recovery, while Desi Crew reported his health is improving.
