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New Delhi: In a poignant display of cultural and spiritual appreciation, Laurene Powell Jobs, the widow of Apple co-founder Steve Jobs, has embarked on a significant spiritual journey at the Maha Kumbh Mela 2025 in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh. Her visit, which began on Saturday night, is marked by her deep respect for Indian traditions and her commitment to spiritual growth. Laurene Powell Jobs, now affectionately known as ‘Kamala’ after being bestowed this Hindu name by Swami Kailashanand Giri Maharaj of the Niranjani Akhara, will be staying at the Niranjini Akhara camp until January 15. Accompanied by a 40-member team, she…

On January 12, National Youth Day, India honors the birth anniversary of Swami Vivekananda, a thinker, a dreamer, and a doer who believed in the limitless power of young minds. This year’s theme, “MYBharat-Viksit Bharat@2047 – By the Youth, For the Youth” resonates deeply, calling upon the future generation to envision and build a brighter, stronger India. In Goa, this vision comes to life through a series of initiatives led by the Department of Information Technology, Electronics & Communications (DITE&C), Government of Goa, paving the way for youth to excel and empowering them to shape their own future. One of…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: In the scenic city of Goa, India, the Late Shri Manohar Parrikar Goa International Open Grandmaster Chess Tournament 2025 is underway, drawing some of the world’s top chess talents to the Dr. Shyama Prasad Mukherjee Indoor Stadium in Taleigao. The tournament, organized by the Goa Chess Association and supported by the Sports Authority of Goa, kicked off on January 11 and will continue until January 19, 2025. After two rounds of fierce competition, a group of 29 players, including several grandmasters, have emerged at the top with 2 points each. GM Diptayan Ghosh (RSPB, 2569), GM Mitrabha…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: On Sunday, at the Laymati Football Ground in Davorlim, the 3rd Tribal 8-a-side Football Festival came to a thrilling conclusion, with Ambaulim Youth emerging as the champions. This two-day tournament, organized by the Youth Hostels Association of India (YHAI) in collaboration with the Sports and Youth Affairs Department of the Government of Goa, saw 22 teams from across Goa participate. The final match was a closely contested affair, with Ambaulim Youth edging out Raia Youth 3-2. The path to the final was paved by Ambaulim Youth’s semifinal victory over Galaxy Boys Chimbel, which they won convincingly with…

New Delhi: On Monday, Indian Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi provided a comprehensive update on the security landscape along the India-China border and in Jammu and Kashmir. During his address, General Dwivedi emphasized that while the situation at the Line of Actual Control (LAC) in Eastern Ladakh is “sensitive but stable,” the region continues to require vigilant monitoring. General Dwivedi highlighted that the disengagement agreement reached between India and China has led to significant progress in areas like Depsang and Demchok. He noted that two rounds of verification patrolling have been conducted, and grazers are now able to access their…

New Delhi: In the midst of the upcoming Delhi assembly elections, the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) and the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) are intensely vying for the support of slum residents, a crucial segment of the capital’s electorate. On January 12, AAP leader Arvind Kejriwal visited the Shakur Basti slum cluster in north Delhi, where he launched a scathing attack on the BJP, alleging that the party plans to demolish the slums and hand over the land to builders if it comes to power. Kejriwal accused the BJP of prioritizing land acquisition over the welfare of slum dwellers, stating, “They…

New Delhi: In a significant milestone for infrastructure development in Jammu and Kashmir, Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the 6.5-km Z-Morh tunnel on January 13, marking a major enhancement in all-weather connectivity between Srinagar and Sonamarg. This strategic tunnel, located in the picturesque Ganderbal district, is set to revolutionize travel and commerce in the region. The inauguration of the Z-Morh tunnel is part of a broader infrastructure project that includes the upcoming Zojila Tunnel, aimed at ensuring uninterrupted access between Ladakh and Srinagar. This development is expected to significantly improve travel time and safety, transforming the region’s connectivity landscape. Enhancing…