Maha Kumbh 2025 is here and people from across the world are pouring in at one of the biggest religious confluence in the world. The widow of Apple co-founder Steve Jobs - Laurene Powell Jobs too marked her attendance at the Maha Kumbh. She has embarked on a spiritual journey, embracing Sanatan Dharma and taking the name Kamala, according to spiritual leader Swami Kailashanand Giri. During her recent visit to the Maha Kumbh 2025, Powell Jobs spent four days in a humble Shivir, renouncing her luxurious lifestyle and adopting a simple, vegetarian diet. He said, "We initiated her on 14th January, on Makar Sankranti, at 10:10 pm. One year ago, on 18th February, she was given the name Kamala and assigned a 'Gotra'... She had reached the pinnacle of materialism. Now she wants to join Sanatan Dharma and wants to learn her tradition by joining her Guru. She is composed, simple, and is not arrogant. She stayed in the 'Shivir' for 4 days like a common devotee... About 50 personal servants and staff came with her in two big planes... She is a pure vegetarian, she does not eat garlic or onion..."
18 January,2025 11:18 AM IST
On January 17, 2025, President Droupadi Murmu presented the prestigious Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award to distinguished athletes: D. Gukesh, Manu Bhaker, Harmanpreet Singh, and Praveen Kumar. D. Gukesh achieved a historic milestone earlier this month in December 2025 by defeating China’s Ding Liren in the final and decisive 14th game of the FIDE World Championship held in Singapore. Manu Bhaker etched her name in history at the 2024 Paris Olympics by securing two bronze medals, cementing her position as one of India’s finest athletes.The other two honorees included men’s hockey team captain Harmanpreet Singh and Paralympic gold medalist high jumper Praveen Kumar. Harmanpreet contributed to India’s success by helping the national team clinch bronze medals at both the Tokyo and Paris Olympics. Meanwhile, Praveen Kumar, who was born with a shorter left leg, upgraded his silver medal from the Tokyo Games to a gold at last year’s Paris Paralympics. Additionally, 32 athletes were recognized with the Arjuna Award during the ceremony held at Rashtrapati Bhavan on Friday.
17 January,2025 04:42 PM IST
7 year old Polish Kid Bhevin Goswami took the internet by storm with his mesmerizing performance in Odisha’s Bhubaneshwar. During the Day 2, of the Pravasi Bharatiya Divas, Bhevin sang famous Indian songs stealing hearts. In an exclusive interview with ANI, he sang devotional songs and Vande Mataram.
17 January,2025 12:52 PM IST
US-based Investment research firm - Hindenburg Research, a US-based short seller, has announced its decision to shut down operations. The organisation shot to limelight after it made allegations of financial irregularities on some big - name businesses including the Adani group. Founder Nate Anderson stated, "I have decided to disband Hindenburg Research," citing no specific reason. Experts question the timing of the decision, which comes days before President-elect Donald Trump’s inauguration. Senior advocate, BJP MP Mahesh Jethmalani accused Hindenburg of "economic terrorism" and suggested ties to financier George Soros. Jethmalani alleged that Hindenburg’s actions were part of an attempt to destabilize India's economy by targeting Adani's shares. Former Chief Information Commissioner YK Sinha suggested there was an agenda behind Hindenburg's reports. Advocate PR Ramesh linked the shutdown to SEBI investigations and show-cause notices, emphasizing a conspiracy to destabilise Indian markets. In January 2023, Hindenburg published a report accusing the Adani Group of financial irregularities, leading to a sharp drop in its stock prices. The Adani Group has consistently denied Hindenburg’s allegations, calling them baseless and politically motivated. Gautam Adani, at an AGM, stated that the group faced "baseless accusations" but proved its resilience against the attack on its integrity and reputation. BJP slammed Congress and alleged that Hindenburg reports were "supari" taken against India's rising economic power. However, Congress said that Hindenburg closure is not a clean chit for Modi, Adani.
17 January,2025 11:03 AM IST
The special re-release screening of 'Satya' became a nostalgic event as actors Manoj Bajpayee, Urmila Matondkar, and director Ram Gopal Varma attended the event. Also present were Anurag Kashyap, Makarand Deshpande, Aditya Srivastava, and Vishal Bhardwaj. The team reminisced about the film, posing for pictures and sharing anecdotes. Manoj Bajpayee wore a T-shirt featuring the film’s poster during the reunion.
16 January,2025 06:30 PM IST
President of Singapore, Tharman Shanmugaratnam, received a ceremonial welcome at the Rashtrapati Bhavan in India. He expressed gratitude for India's early recognition of Singapore's independence in 1965, marking the start of a growing partnership between the two nations. Shanmugaratnam highlighted the strong business ties, with Singapore being India's largest investor for many years. He also mentioned the strong defense and skilling collaborations. The two countries are now entering a new phase, with their relationship upgraded to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership during Indian Prime Minister Modi's visit to Singapore in September 2024. The leaders are exploring new initiatives to deepen the already active partnership across various sectors.
16 January,2025 12:02 PM IST
Kashish Kapoor, a popular contestant on Bigg Boss 18, recently opened up about her journey on the show, sharing insights into her experiences, challenges, and personal growth. She also spoke candidly about her equation with fellow contestant Rajat Dalai, highlighting their dynamic within the house. Kashish reflected on the highs and lows of being in the spotlight, the lessons she learnt, and how the show has impacted her perspective. From friendships and rivalries to moments of self-discovery, she gave fans a deeper glimpse into her life inside the Bigg Boss house and beyond.
16 January,2025 10:20 AM IST
Step into the serene world of 'The Nest,' formerly Shantivan Garden, a 1.2-acre urban forest in Malabar Hill, Mumbai. Reopening on February 1, this eco-park offers curated zones like the Bird Zone, Butterfly Zone, and Medicinal Zone, with a unique focus on native biodiversity. Marvel at the upcycled art, stroll through picturesque pathways, and enjoy future performances at the amphitheater. Don’t miss this tranquil escape from the hustle of Mumbai! Watch video
13 January,2025 03:14 PM IST
A devotee from Cape Town, South Africa, expressed his admiration for the Maha Kumbh 2025, praising the event's beauty, cleanliness, and the warmth of the people. He said, "It's so beautiful here. The streets are clean, and everyone is so friendly and happy. It feels like a place of peace and devotion. We practice Sanatan Dharm in our home country, and witnessing this grand event is a deeply spiritual experience. The atmosphere is so welcoming, and I feel blessed to be here. It’s amazing to see so many people coming together in such harmony. I will cherish this experience for a lifetime."
13 January,2025 12:53 PM IST
While addressing at the fourth plenary session of Pravasi Bharatiya Divas 2025 Convention, on the topic 'Diaspora Divas: Celebrating Women's Leadership and Influence – Nari Shakti', Minister of external affairs of India, Dr Jaishankar explained how ‘Women empowerment’ led development in India in recent times. He said, “Improvement in National Sex Ratio, paid maternity leave to 26 weeks, the fact that 300 million MUDRA Yojana loans have been given out to women entrepreneurs, that 43% of the enrollment today in STEM is of girls, that 28% has been the increase in the female enrollment in higher education, that 32 million Sukanya Samriddhi accounts have been opened up for education, that 100 million smoke-free kitchens today or that when there is a housing scheme called Awas under which 40 million homes have been built and handed over and 72% of them have women ownership - either a sole ownership or as joint ownership. I am mentioning this because when we think of progress, of modernity, of a march towards Viksit Bharat, one metric of measuring it is GDP, how many roads have been built, how many metros, how many cities, how many airports - that is certainly a way but that is superficial unless we address the human side of that progress and to my mind today, these are really some of the powerful changes which are happening in India. But like any change, they require role models, they require inspirations, they require divas.”
10 January,2025 07:45 PM ISTADVERTISEMENT
