The world mourns the loss of legendary singer Pankaj Udhas, whose ethereal voice immortalized countless melodies. As tributes pour in for the ghazal maestro, his legacy transcends mere musical notes, delving into a captivating love story that mirrors the poetic fervour of his ballads. Pankaj Udhas, the mesmerizing voice behind timeless classics, bid farewell to…
A contentious political battle has ignited between the Congress and the BJP in Karnataka following the denial of entry to a United Kingdom professor scheduled to attend a state government-sponsored conference on the Constitution. The situation escalated as Karnataka Ministers accused the central government of infringing upon individual and state rights, while the BJP labeled…
Pankaj Udhas, the celebrated ghazal and playback singer, breathed his last at the age of 72 on Monday, February 26, 2024, succumbing to a prolonged illness. The music industry mourns the loss of this iconic figure whose mesmerizing voice enchanted audiences for decades. His demise occurred at 11 am in Mumbai, where he had been…
In a momentous virtual ceremony, Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated a staggering array of over 2,000 railway infrastructure projects and laid the foundation stone for the redevelopment of 554 railway stations under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme. The event, conducted via video conferencing, marked a significant milestone in India’s infrastructure development efforts. The projects, valued…
Expressing grave concern over the detrimental impact of the Agnipath scheme on the aspirations of the country’s youth, Congress leader Mallikarjun Kharge penned a letter to President Droupadi Murmu, emphasizing the urgent need to address the “gross injustice” inflicted upon young men and women aspiring for regular employment in the armed forces. Kharge’s missive shared widely…
In a stunning victory that reverberated through the political landscape, former President Donald Trump emerged victorious in the South Carolina Republican primary, thwarting a formidable challenge from home-state favorite Nikki Haley. Trump’s commanding win solidifies his frontrunner status, paving the way for a potential rematch with incumbent President Joe Biden. Having already clinched victories in…
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has directed the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) to evaluate a request from Paytm, also known as One 97 Communications, to function as a third-party application provider (TPAP). This move comes after the central bank instructed Paytm Payments Bank, an affiliate of Paytm, to cease operations by March…
In July, Mumbai will be the center of attention for one of India’s grandest weddings as Reliance chairman Mukesh Ambani’s youngest son, Anant Ambani, ties the knot with Radhika Merchant, daughter of industrialist Viren Merchant. Pre-wedding festivities will commence in March in Gujarat’s Jamnagar, with guests including global elites. Ahead of what promises to be…
A bold projection by global brokerage Jefferies foresees India’s meteoric rise on the global economic stage, positioning it as the world’s third-largest economy by 2027, with a Gross Domestic Product (GDP) poised to hit $5 trillion. This optimistic outlook underscores India’s remarkable growth trajectory fuelled by demographic advantages, institutional enhancements, and governance improvements. According to…
In a dramatic turn of events, four prominent investors of Byju’s, one of India’s leading edtech firms, have launched a legal onslaught against its CEO and founder, Byju Raveendran, challenging his fitness to lead the company. The investors have accused Raveendran and the top management of oppression and mismanagement, igniting a fierce battle for control…
