Once a Maoist stronghold, Lobga village in Chatra witnesses transformation led by former sub-zonal commander Suraj Ganjhu. Coerced into extremism in 1993, Suraj now embraces farming after disillusionment with violence. Arrested in 2005 but later acquitted, he regrets lost years. Supported by government schemes, Suraj cultivates a peaceful life, acknowledged by his family and village…
LG Electronics India is preparing to launch its IPO in the week of October 6, aiming to raise approximately Rs 11500 crore ($1.3 billion). This valuation is a significant cut from the initial $15 billion expectation, now revised to around $9 billion. The company also plans to invest $600 million in a new manufacturing plant…
Asaduddin Owaisi, the AIMIM chief, expressed disappointment with Lalu Prasad Yadav and Tejashwi Yadav for ignoring their requests for a pre-poll alliance. Speaking at a rally in Kishanganj, Owaisi declared that AIMIM would no longer seek their support, despite having offered to join the INDIA bloc and requesting only six seats.
Bigg Boss Malayalam 7 ignited debate after host Mohanlal defended a lesbian couple against homophobic remarks, sparking accusations of an LGBTQ+ “agenda.” Music director Kailas Menon countered, stating that increased visibility isn’t an agenda but progress, acknowledging reality. He emphasized that entertainment should reflect diversity, allowing everyone to see themselves represented without shame, challenging the…
The Election Commission has revised counting rules, mandating that all postal ballots be counted before the penultimate round of EVM/VVPAT counting. This reverses a 2019 change that allowed EVM counting to proceed regardless of postal ballot status. The decision follows objections from the INDIA bloc, which cited instances where victory margins were smaller than the…
The series ‘Nobody Wants This’ is returning. Season two explores Joanne and Rabbi Noah’s relationship. Their different beliefs create challenges. Leighton Meester and Seth Rogen join the cast. They bring new dynamics to the story. The season focuses on staying in love. It shows the difficulties of maintaining relationships. All episodes will be available on…
Shillong embraced the Durga Puja spirit with the ‘Get-together of Harmony,’ organized by the Central Puja Committee Meghalaya, highlighting the city’s diverse unity. Governor Chandrashekhar H. Vijayashankar led an all-faith prayer meeting, emphasizing harmony, while youth leader Alisha Marba Rani spoke on youth’s role in strengthening bonds.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah is set to visit Bihar for two days to galvanize BJP workers before the upcoming assembly elections. He will meet with party leaders and workers in Bettiah and Araria, reviewing election preparations and providing guidelines.
North Eastern Hill University (NEHU), Shillong, is hosting a three-day international conference, ‘Advances in Chemical Sciences – II (ACS – II)’, commencing Wednesday. As part of the chemistry department’s golden jubilee, the event gathers 150 participants and 30 experts. Prof. S Umdor emphasized chemistry’s pivotal role and urged sustainable strategies to address issues like plastic…
Shilpa Rao, fresh off her National Award win for ‘Chaleya,’ mourned the untimely passing of Zubeen Garg, emphasizing the singing industry’s significant loss. She also remembered KK’s kindness and talent. Rao encouraged aspiring singers in Jamshedpur, highlighting perseverance as key to success in Bollywood, and pledged her support to help them achieve their dreams.
