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New Delhi: In a significant social media exchange, Indian politician Priyanka Chaturvedi and tech mogul Elon Musk have weighed in on the contentious issue of terminology surrounding grooming gangs in the UK. This debate, which has been simmering for years, gained fresh momentum on January 8, 2025, when Chaturvedi criticized UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer for using the term “Asian grooming gangs.” Chaturvedi, a member of the Shiv Sena (UBT) and a Rajya Sabha MP, took to X (formerly Twitter) to argue that the term “Asian” is too broad and unfairly implicates a diverse group of ethnicities. She tweeted, “Repeat…

New Delhi: In the midst of intense speculation ahead of the Delhi Assembly polls, Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) chief Arvind Kejriwal has categorically denied claims by the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) that he might contest from two seats. Kejriwal, who has been the MLA from the New Delhi constituency since 2013, reiterated his commitment to contesting only from this seat in the upcoming elections scheduled for February 5. Kejriwal’s clarification came in response to assertions by BJP leaders, including Parvesh Verma, who is contesting against Kejriwal in the New Delhi seat. Verma had suggested that Kejriwal might opt for a…

Dubai, United Arab Emirates: In a significant diplomatic move, India and the Afghan Taliban held a high-level meeting in Dubai on Wednesday, marking a notable escalation in their bilateral engagement. The meeting, attended by Indian Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri and Afghanistan’s Acting Foreign Minister Mawlawi Amir Khan Muttaqi, was facilitated by the UAE government and aimed to bolster cooperation across several key areas. The discussions, held against the backdrop of strained relations between Afghanistan and Pakistan, particularly over recent Pakistani airstrikes, highlighted India’s commitment to supporting the Afghan people. Despite not officially recognizing the Taliban regime, India has continued to…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: With noise pollution being a cause of concern, the State govt appointed central agencies have proposed introducing noise-dampening materials for construction of roads, bridges to decrease traffic noise transmission. The Goa State Pollution Control Board (GSPCB) monitors ambient noise levels in silent zones such as hospitals, schools, and collegesand high-traffic areas (such as flyovers), in accordance with the Noise Pollution (Regulation and Control) Rules, 2000. These sensitive areas, due to their need for a quiet environment, are particularly vulnerable to noise pollution from nearby roads, commercial activities, and urban developments. Excessive noise in these zones can disrupt…

Odisha: In a grand ceremony held in Bhubaneswar, Odisha, from January 8 to 10, Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the 18th Pravasi Bharatiya Divas (PBD) Convention, a flagship event of the Government of India. This significant gathering, organized in collaboration with the Odisha state government, aims to strengthen the bond between India and its global diaspora. Upon his arrival in Bhubaneswar on January 8, PM Modi was warmly welcomed by Odisha Governor Hari Babu Kambhampati, Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi, and Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan. The event marks a special occasion, commemorating Mahatma Gandhi’s return to India from South Africa…

CANACONA – The 5-days Annual Natkotsav has bean with Dashawatari grame on Wednesday and Thursday and various drama will be held until January 12 on the state erected at Shri Mallikarjuna Devalaya at Gaondongrim. Various drama experiments will be held on the stage of Sri Mallikarjuna Devalaya at Gaondongari with schedule of Dashavatari game onWednesday and today from 10 pm onwards. “Hirwa Chuda” drama will be staged on Friday January 10, “Footing Tum” drama on January 11 and “Farari” on January 12. Every evening before the commencement of drama of Shri Mallikarjun’s Palkhi procession began at 7:30 PM, Mahaprasad at…

New Delhi: In the midst of a heated Delhi Assembly election, Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has cast doubt on the viability and purpose of the INDIA alliance, suggesting it should be dissolved if its sole objective was to contest the recent Parliament elections. As the Delhi polls witness a fierce three-cornered battle between the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), and the Congress, Abdullah’s comments highlight the lack of clarity and cohesion within the INDIA alliance. Despite the AAP and Congress having collaborated for the Lok Sabha elections earlier this year, their current campaign…