Lucknow: In the early hours of January 29, a tragic stampede occurred at the Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, claiming the lives of at least 30 people and injuring 60 others. Despite the severity of the incident, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath ensured that it was not excessively publicized to prevent widespread panic among the millions of devotees present. The event, which drew over 66 crore pilgrims, was a logistical challenge due to its massive scale and the need for precise crowd management. Adityanath highlighted the importance of effective crisis management during such large-scale events. He personally intervened to delay…
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Team Goemkarponn CANDOLIM: There was a dramatic scene on the road as a heated confrontation broke out between locals and a tourist in Candolim. The incident started when a Mercedes G-Wagon driver allegedly changed lanes without using their turn signal, which led to an altercation with the locals who were following them. The G-Wagon driver allegedly intimidated the residents and claimed to have a licensed firearm in their backpack, according to witnesses. But the driver says he didn’t threaten anyone. In Candolim, a furious altercation between a resident and a visitor created a dramatic scene on the road. An fight…
New Delhi: In the heart of South Asia, a delicate dance of diplomacy is unfolding between India and Bangladesh. Mohammad Yunus, the head of Bangladesh’s caretaker government, has sought to calm the waters by downplaying concerns over deteriorating ties with India, attributing recent tensions to propaganda. This comes at a time when the relationship between the two nations has faced significant challenges following the ouster of Sheikh Hasina, a long-standing ally of India. Bangladesh is also actively pursuing the extradition of Hasina, who currently resides in exile in India. The historical, political, and economic interdependence between India and Bangladesh has…
New Delhi: In a significant move to bolster India’s commitment to wildlife conservation, Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently inaugurated Vantara, a pioneering wildlife rescue and rehabilitation centre in Gujarat’s Jamnagar. This groundbreaking initiative, spearheaded by Anant Ambani, marks a new standard in animal welfare and conservation efforts. Vantara has already earned national recognition with the prestigious ‘Prani Mitra’ Award, solidifying its role in global conservation endeavors. Vantara is strategically situated within the Reliance Jamnagar refinery complex, spanning an impressive 3,000 acres. This sanctuary is dedicated to rescuing, rehabilitating, and conserving abused, injured, and endangered animals. Unlike traditional zoos, Vantara focuses…
New Delhi: In a strong diplomatic response, India countered UN Human Rights Chief Volker Turk’s comments on Kashmir and Manipur during the 58th session of the UN Human Rights Council in Geneva. The session, which began on February 24, 2025, saw India’s Permanent Representative to the UN, Arindam Bagchi, emphasize that India remains a “healthy, vibrant and pluralistic society,” dismissing Turk’s remarks as “unfounded and baseless.” Bagchi highlighted that despite being mentioned in the global update, India’s ground realities starkly contrast with the concerns raised. He noted, “The people of India have repeatedly proven wrong such misplaced concerns about us.”…
New Delhi: In a move that has sent shockwaves through global financial markets, U.S. President Donald Trump’s tariffs on imports from Canada and Mexico are set to take effect, marking a significant escalation in trade tensions. This development comes as Trump reaffirmed plans to increase tariffs on Chinese goods, citing Beijing’s failure to address fentanyl shipments to the U.S. The tariffs, which include a 25% duty on most Canadian and Mexican imports, have sparked fears of a broader trade war, with potential repercussions for the highly integrated North American economy. The U.S. stock market reacted sharply to the news, with…
New Delhi: In a significant operation on Sunday night, a joint team of the Gujarat Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) and Haryana Special Task Force (STF) thwarted a major terror plot targeting the Ram Temple in Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh. The suspect, identified as 19-year-old Abdul Rehman from Faizabad, was apprehended in Faridabad, Haryana. Rehman, who operated a meat shop and drove an auto-rickshaw, allegedly used these roles as part of his cover identity. Sources revealed that he had been receiving training from Pakistan’s Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI), highlighting a sophisticated level of planning and coordination. Rehman’s arrest followed a detailed reconnaissance of the…







