New Delhi, Sep 16 (PTI) Veteran actor and politician Nafisa Ali Sodhi on Tuesday shared a new update in her cancer battle, saying that she is resuming chemotherapy after undergoing a PET scan. Sodhi has been battling stage-three peritoneal and ovarian cancer since 2018. After the scan, doctors have ruled out surgery as an option. Sodhi shared a quote in her Instagram post which read, "'Who will we turn to when you're gone?' I told them, 'Turn to each other. That is my greatest gift- siblings w...Read More
This image was shared on Instagram Former Union Minister Smriti Irani has set the record straight on Prime Minister Narendra Modi's personal life. The veteran actress dispelled the myth regarding his close relationships, claiming that he is close to nobody in his alleged inner circle. She noted that the people who actually do know him well are rarely in the limelight or featured by the media. During her appearance on Soha Ali Khan's YouTube podcast, Smriti said, "Let me break the biggest myth....Read More
SHILLONG, Sep 15: Meghalaya on Monday bid an emotional farewell to one of its tallest political figures, former Chief Minister Donwa Dethwelson Lapang, who was laid to rest with full state honours. Leaders cutting across party lines, along with hundreds of mourners, gathered at Students' Field, Jaiaw, to pay their final respects during the state funeral. The solemn ceremony included the national anthem and a gun salute, after which the mortal remains were taken to the Jaiaw Presbyterian Church...Read More
New Delhi, Sep 15 (SocialNews.XYZ) As India celebrated National Engineers' Day on Monday, industry leaders praised engineers for their role in nation-building, technological innovation, and countering cyber threats. They also emphasised the increasing significance of reskilling professionals and preparing young talent in the current age of artificial intelligence and automation. Arundhati Bhattacharya, President and CEO, Salesforce South Asia said, "Engineers have always been at the heart of I...Read More
Bhopal: Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav felicitated engineers for their outstanding work on the occasion of Engineers' Day at a program held in Bhopal's Kushabhau Thakre International Auditorium on Monday. CM Yadav also inaugurated the Public Works Survey App and Public Project Management System and released the first edition of the departmental newsletter "Lok Nirman se Lok Kalyan" on the occasion. Additionally, the Chief Minister also announced the establishment of the Engineering ...Read More
Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh) [India], September 15 (ANI): Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav felicitated engineers for their outstanding work on the occasion of Engineers' Day at a program held in Bhopal's Kushabhau Thakre International Auditorium on Monday. CM Yadav also inaugurated the Public Works Survey App and Public Project Management System and released the first edition of the departmental newsletter "Lok Nirman se Lok Kalyan" on the occasion. Also Read | Hyderabad Rains: Search On f...Read More
Chennai, Sep 15 (UNI) With the national capital turning out to be the epicentre of the internal feud in the AIADMK, heading the NDA in Tamil Nadu, its General Secretary and former Chief Minister Edappadi K Palaniswami (EPS), is heading to meet the BJP's master poll strategist and union Home Minister Amit Shah tomorrow to sort out the issues in the wake of the rebellion led by party veteran and former Minister KA Sengottaiyan. Though EPS' trip to Delhi is trotted to be a meeting with CP Radha...Read More
Acharya Devvrat was sworn in as the governor of Maharashtra on Monday. President Droupadi Murmu appointed him after C P Radhakrishnan's resignation. Shree Chandrashekhar, Chief Justice of Bombay High Court, administered the oath at Raj Bhavan. Devvrat took the oath in Sanskrit. Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, ministers, bureaucrats, and police officers attended the ceremony. Acharya Devvrat on Monday took oath as the governor of Maharashtra. President Droupadi Murmu last week appointed Gujar...Read More
India is marking Engineers' Day today, 15 September 2025, to commemorate the birth anniversary of Mokshagundam Visvesvaraya. Social media platforms such as X and Instagram are filled with messages recognising the contributions of engineers and paying tribute to the Bharat Ratna awardee. Visvesvaraya, a noted engineer and statesman, is remembered for his role in shaping India's infrastructure. The day is observed every year to highlight his achievements and to recognise the role of engineers in ...Read More
Thiruvananthapuram, Sep 15 (PTI) The Kerala Assembly paid rich tributes to former Chief Minister V S Achuthanandan, former speaker P P Thankachan, and Peerumedu MLA Vazhoor Soman, who died recently, as the 14th session of the 15th Legislative Assembly convened on Monday. Speaker A N Shamseer, Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan, Leader of Opposition V D Satheesan and various party leaders recalled the contributions of the departed leaders and how they played a significant role in the socio-politica...Read More
New Delhi, September 15: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday paid homage to Sir Mokshagundam Visvesvaraya on his birth anniversary, observed nationwide as Engineers' Day, and lauded his extraordinary contributions that shaped India's engineering landscape. He also acknowledged the vital role of engineers in driving innovation across diverse sectors and their efforts in building a "Viksit Bharat". In a post on X, the Prime Minister wrote, "Today, on Engineers' Day, I pay homage to Sir M. Visv...Read More
New Delhi [India], September 15 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday extended greetings on the occasion of Engineers' Day as he remembered the contributions made by Sir Mokshagundam Visvesvaraya on his birth anniversary. PM Modi said that Visvesvaraya's brilliance left an indelible mark on India's engineering landscape. In a post on X, PM Modi said, "Today, on Engineers' Day, I pay homage to Sir M. Visvesvaraya, whose brilliance left an indelible mark on India's engineering landscape....Read More
New Delhi, Sep 15 (SocialNews.XYZ) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday paid homage to Sir Mokshagundam Visvesvaraya on his birth anniversary, observed nationwide as Engineers' Day, and lauded his extraordinary contributions that shaped India's engineering landscape. He also acknowledged the vital role of engineers in driving innovation across diverse sectors and their efforts in building a "Viksit Bharat". In a post on X, the Prime Minister wrote, "Today, on Engineers' Day, I pay homage to ...Read More
Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam chief Vijay addressed a rally in Tiruchirappalli. Audio problems plagued his 20-minute speech. Supporters chanted his name amidst the unclear address. Vijay questioned the DMK government's unfulfilled promises from the 2021 election. He criticized the DMK regime regarding an illegal kidney sale racket. Vijay highlighted Tiruchirappalli's historical significance in Dravidian politics. Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam chief Vijay's address from atop his campaign vehicle on Saturd...Read More
SHILLONG, Sep 14: Former Chief Minister DD Lapang will be laid to rest with full state honours on Monday. The state funeral will be held at Students' Field, Jaiaw, at 1 pm and is expected to be attended by Cabinet ministers, senior political leaders, and government officials. Thousands of people from across the Khasi and Jaintia Hills, particularly Ri-Bhoi, are expected to pay their respects to one of the tallest leaders of the state and the last surviving member of the first Meghalaya Assembl...Read More
Mumbai, Sept 14 (PTI) The political landscape in Maharashtra is hotting up as after OBCs, SC and ST groups have also expressed concerns over a Government Resolution on Hyderabad gazette for Maratha quota, prompting Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis to caution against the "politics of extreme". As a row over the GR, issued earlier this month, threatened to turn into a conflict between Maratha and OBC (Other Backward Class) communities, NCP (SP) chief Sharad Pawar on Sunday accused the Mahayuti go...Read More
Mumbai, Sept 14 (PTI) Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut on Sunday termed Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar as a "foolish" politician and "half Pakistani" over certain remarks attributed to the NCP politician on the India-Pakistan cricket match. He was responding to remarks purportedly made by Pawar, stating that the cricket tie should be viewed from the perspective of a game, and emotional politics should not be played. "He is a foolish politician. He is half Pakistani. If Ajit Pawar says this, th...Read More
Nashik, Sep 14 (PTI) As a row over the Government Resolution (GR) on Hyderabad gazette threatening to turn into a conflict between Maratha and OBC communities, NCP (SP) chief Sharad Pawar on Sunday accused the Mahayuti government of weakening the social fabric. Addressing a party meeting in Nashik, Pawar claimed that the government was working to widen the social divide and asked the NCP (SP) cadre to counter it. The senior leader's comments have come even as several OBC, Adivasi, and Banjara ...Read More
SHILLONG, Sep 13: The Meghalaya government has declared three days of mourning as a mark of respect for five-time chief minister DD Lapang, who breathed his last on Friday. All official celebrations and major programmes have been cancelled for three days. A state funeral will be held at 1 pm on Monday, preceded by prayers at Lapang's residence at Lower Lachaumiere at 10 am. The NPP headquarters in Shillong was engulfed by grief on Saturday evening as party members, leaders, and well-wishers g...Read More
Shillong, Sep 13 (PTI) From breaking stones as a road labourer in rural Ri Bhoi to occupying the chief minister's chair four times, Dr. Donwa Dethwelson Lapang's life was a saga of resilience and determination that continues to inspire generations in Meghalaya. Fondly called Maheh, Lapang's journey epitomised the rise of a grassroots leader. Born in 1934 to Donwas War and Elsibon Lapang at Nongpoh, he grew up in humble circumstances, helping his mother run a tea stall at Iew Mawlong and Umsnin...Read More
Mumbai Sep 13, (SocialNews.XYZ) Bollywood actor and author Soha Ali Khan, alongside acting and writing, now has also tapped into another career path in life. The actress who has kickstarted her own podcast recently welcomed politician and actress Smriti Irani. In a heart-to-heart conversation with Soha, Irani spoke about how her parents had inhibitions regarding her decision to join the entertainment industry. While being asked how Smriti felt about getting back to acting as a part-time from a ...Read More
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on Saturday, extended his best wishes to Sushila Karki on assuming office as prime minister of the Interim Government of Nepal. India remains firmly committed to the peace, progress and prosperity of the people of Nepal, the Indian PM said. "I extend my best wishes to Right Hon. Mrs. Sushila Karki on assuming office as the Prime Minister of the Interim Government of Nepal. India remains firmly committed to the peace, progress and prosperity of the people...Read More
Tiruchirappalli (Tamil Nadu) [India], September 13 (ANI): Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) chief and actor Vijay on Saturday began his statewide electoral campaign for the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections in the Tiruchirappalli district. His statewide tour will cover all districts, and he will be holding a series of meetings with people. Also Read | National Lok Adalat To Be Held Across India Today To Settle Civil, Criminal Cases. TVK cadres and Vijay's supporters gathered in large numbers in...Read More
Tiruchirappalli (Tamil Nadu) [India], September 13 (ANI): Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) chief and actor Vijay on Saturday began his statewide electoral campaign for the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections in the Tiruchirappalli district. His statewide tour will cover all districts, and he will be holding a series of meetings with people. TVK cadres and Vijay's supporters gathered in large numbers in Trichy. Ahead of his rally, a TVK supporter had expressed confidence in Vijay's win in the upc...Read More
Tiruchirappalli (Tamil Nadu) [India], September 13 (ANI): TVK Chief and Actor Vijay will begin his statewide electoral campaign for the 2026 state elections today in Trichy District Tamil Nadu. TVK cadres have already gathered in the city which has been adorned with banners and flags featuring the cine-star turned politician. Also Read | PM Narendra Modi To Begin Assam, Manipur and Mizoram Visit Today To Launch Development Projects. Vijay will embark on a statewide tour starting today, coveri...Read More
Tiruchirappalli (Tamil Nadu) [India], September 13 (ANI): TVK Chief and Actor Vijay will begin his statewide electoral campaign for the 2026 state elections today in Trichy District Tamil Nadu. TVK cadres have already gathered in the city which has been adorned with banners and flags featuring the cine-star turned politician. Vijay will embark on a statewide tour starting today, covering all districts and holding a series of people's meetings. Party General Secretary Anand issued a statement ...Read More
The Supreme Court on Thursday suggested Tamil film director and politician Seeman to tender an unconditional apology to an actor who lodged a case against him in 2011 alleging rape on the false promise of marriage. IMAGE: Naam Tamilar Katchi leader Seeman addresses a press meet, Chennai, July 12, 2024. Photograph: ANI Photo A bench comprising Justices B V Nagarathna and R Mahadevan was hearing Seeman's plea challenging a Madras high court order refusing to quash the case against him. "She is ...Read More
Bengaluru, Sep 12 (SocialNews.XYZ) Following the violence and stiff opposition from the BJP and local farmers, the Congress-led government in Karnataka has assured that the government will ensure no injustice in controversial Hemavati Link Canal. Earlier, violence erupted in May and June 2025 during protests against the Hemavati Express Link Canal Project in Gubbi taluk, Tumakuru district, Karnataka, where an estimated 20,000 farmers, along with BJP and JD (S) legislators and seers, clashed wit...Read More
Bengaluru, September 12: The Congress party's INDIA bloc ally, Shiv Sena(UBT), has submitted a memorandum to Chief Minister Siddaramaiah to rename the Metro Station in Bengaluru's Shivajinagar locality after Chhatrapati Shivaji, even as the Karnataka government is mulling over the Saint Basilica Church. Anand Dubey, the Shiv Sena(UBT) spokesperson, stated that Shivaji Maharaj is not confined to Maharashtra; he is the founding father of the Swaraj movement in the entire subcontinent and a great ...Read More
New Delhi, Sep 8 (PTI) The BJP on Monday criticised Rahul Gandhi as "a casual politician" over his reported trip abroad, saying it would have been good had the Congress leader visited flood-hit Karnataka and Punjab where farmers are in distress. BJP leader Ravi Shankar Prasad also reminded Gandhi that there is no break in public life. "Best wishes to Rahul Gandhi where he is on vacation. When someone is a casual politician, it is bound to happen -- 'Now I have worked a lot. Let me take a break...Read More