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New Delhi: In the early hours of January 29, 2025, the sacred grounds of the Prayag Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj, India, witnessed a tragic stampede that resulted in significant casualties and injuries, highlighting the longstanding issues of crowd management at this monumental Hindu festival. The incident occurred on the auspicious day of Mauni Amavasya, a time when millions of pilgrims converge to bathe at the confluence of the Ganges, Yamuna, and Saraswati rivers. Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav has vehemently criticized the Yogi Adityanath government for its handling of the tragedy, accusing them of prioritizing publicity over the welfare and…

New Delhi: In a grand display of spiritual unity and cultural richness, the BAPS Hindu Mandir in Abu Dhabi marked its first Patotsav on February 2, 2025, drawing over 10,000 devotees, volunteers, and well-wishers from across the region. This significant event celebrated the anniversary of the Mandir’s ‘Pran Pratishtha’, the consecration of deities in the central shrine, with a series of elaborate rituals, cultural performances, and devotional prayers. The festivities began before dawn, as hundreds of devotees gathered at 4 AM to prepare for the Mahapuja, a sacred ritual seeking peace and prosperity for all. More than 1,100 participants took…

New Delhi: In a significant move to streamline toll payments and offer relief to frequent commuters, the Indian government is contemplating the introduction of a ‘Monthly Toll Tax Smart Card’ for users of the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) toll plazas. Union Road, Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari is at the forefront of this initiative, aiming to make travel more efficient and cost-effective. The proposed ‘Monthly Toll Tax Smart Card’ is set to be a game-changer for drivers who regularly use NHAI toll plazas. This smart card, valid at all toll plazas across the country, will not only…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: Goa Government today has announced special trains to Maha Kumbh under Mukhyamantri Dev Darshan Yatra Yojana on February 6, 13 and 21 from Margao railway station. “The government has announced special trains to Mahakumbh on February 6, 13, and 21, departing from Margao Railway Station at 8 am under the CM Dev Darshan scheme,” said Social Welfare Minister Subhash Phaldesai He further said that eligible applicants must be between 18-60 years old and have no medical illnesses. For booking, call 0832-2232257 on a first-come, first-served basis. Phaldesai said that the devotees planning to visit the Mahakumbh would…

Pune: In the bustling city of Pune, India, a sudden and significant surge in cases of Guillain-Barré Syndrome (GBS) has sent alarm bells ringing among health officials and the general public. This rare neurological disorder, characterized by the immune system’s attack on the peripheral nerves, has resulted in 163 suspected cases, with five reported deaths as of the latest update. The recent detection of five new cases on Monday has pushed the total tally of suspected GBS cases to 163, with 127 of these cases now confirmed. Fortunately, no deaths were reported on that day, but the cumulative death toll…

New Delhi: In a thrilling culmination to the 87th Tata Steel Masters, Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa from India clinched the coveted title in a heart-stopping tiebreaker against world champion D Gukesh. This victory marks a significant milestone in Praggnanandhaa’s career, underscoring India’s burgeoning dominance in international chess. The final day of the tournament was a rollercoaster of emotions, with both Praggnanandhaa and Gukesh facing setbacks in the 13th round. Despite his exhaustion and nerves, the 19-year-old from Chennai managed to overcome these challenges to secure his first Tata Steel Masters title. The Path to Victory The 87th Tata Steel Chess tournament…

New Delhi: In the wake of India’s convincing 4-1 T20I series victory over England, head coach Gautam Gambhir addressed the lingering rumors of a rift within the Indian cricket team that surfaced during their recent tour to Australia. Gambhir, known for his candidness, took the opportunity to clarify the nature of these rumors and outline the team’s new high-risk, high-reward approach in T20 Internationals. During the Border-Gavaskar Trophy in Australia, speculation about divisions within the Indian team gained traction, particularly as the team faced a series of defeats. However, Gambhir chose to remain silent on these rumors until after the…