Day: January 9, 2026

Ladli Behna, Farmers or Politics of Guarantees: What Will Work in 2028?

Arijit Bose

By Dr Atul Malikram, Political Strategist As Indian politics increasingly moves into an era dominated by beneficiary-centric schemes and guarantee-based promises, the nature of electoral discourse has undergone a significant shift. Elections are no longer decided solely by ideology, organisational strength or oratory skills; instead, they now hinge on a more direct question—who is delivering tangible, consistent and trustworthy benefits to the everyday life of citizens. Madhya Pradesh has emerged as one of the most vivid examples of this transformation. In the 2023 Assembly elections, schemes such as the Shivraj…

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Khelo India Beach Games 2026: Haryana women, Delhi men clinch sepaktakraw gold

Arijit Bose

* Bihar bagged the silver medals in Beach Sepaktakraw * Odisha and Gujarat to face off in Beach Soccer women’s final Ahmedabad : Haryana women and Delhi men put paid to Bihar’s hopes of winning a gold medal in Sepaktakraw as they registered contrasting victories in the finals at the Khelo India Beach Games 2026 at the Ghoghla Beach here on Thursday. The Khelo India Beach Games 2026, organised by the Union Territory of Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman & Diu, is being held under the technical supervision of…

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Historic Leap in India’s Crude Logistics as Fully Loaded VLCC Berths at Mundra Port

Arijit Bose

Mundra: India’s maritime and energy infrastructure has marked a decisive milestone at the very beginning of the year with the arrival of the country’s first fully loaded Very Large Crude Carrier (VLCC) directly at a jetty at Mundra Port. The massive tanker, MT New Renown, carrying around 330,000 cubic metres of crude oil, berthed successfully at Mundra, placing India for the first time on the global map of ports capable of handling fully laden VLCCs at a direct jetty. The achievement is being seen as historic, as until now India…

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Television Still Holds Strong Influence, Says Aparna Mehta of ‘Prathao Ki Odhe Chunri: Beendni’

Arijit Bose

Mumbai: Television is not merely a source of entertainment but a powerful medium capable of shaping mindsets and driving positive social change. Veteran actress Aparna Mehta, who has been an integral part of the Indian television industry for decades, firmly believes in this enduring strength of TV. Currently seen essaying the role of Rajshri in Sun Neo’s show ‘Prathao Ki Odhe Chunri: Beendni’, Mehta reflects on how television continues to remain relevant and impactful even today. Sharing her perspective, Aparna Mehta says, “I have personally witnessed television evolve over the…

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Safety vs Reality: Lucknow’s Crime and Policing Report Shows Mixed Results

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: The annual crime and policing review released on Sunday offers a comprehensive snapshot of law enforcement performance, crime patterns, and administrative efforts across Lucknow during 2025. The report outlines notable gains in several areas while also drawing attention to gaps that continue to concern citizens and observers. Strong Focus on Cybercrime Control Cybercrime remained a major priority for the Lucknow Police Commissionerate over the past year. Between January 1 and December 28, 2025, a total of 6,456 cybercrime complaints were registered. Officials claimed that close to 90 per cent…

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Aishwarya Sharma Set for Big Comeback on Television, Likely to Play Lead Role in Ekta Kapoor’s New Show

Arijit Bose

Mumbai: Television actress Aishwarya Sharma is all set to make a strong comeback on screen, this time with a major project backed by renowned producer Ekta Kapoor. While there have been ongoing reports about Aishwarya and her husband, actor Neil Bhatt, living separately and heading towards a possible divorce, the actress has received encouraging news on the professional front. According to industry buzz, Ekta Kapoor is currently working on a new web series for her digital platform, and Aishwarya Sharma is being strongly considered for the lead role. Sources suggest…

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‘I Will Not Quit the Field’: Jyoti Singh Remains Determined to Contest Lok Sabha Elections Despite Karakat Defeat

Arijit Bose

Patna: Despite facing defeat in the Bihar Assembly elections last year, Jyoti Singh, wife of Bhojpuri actor and power star Pawan Singh, has made it clear that she is not stepping away from active politics. Jyoti had contested the Karakat Assembly seat as an independent candidate but lost to CPI (ML) leader Dr Arun Singh Kushwaha by a margin of 2,836 votes. She finished third in the contest after an intense door-to-door campaign. However, the setback has not dampened her resolve. In a recent interview with A TO Z Bihar,…

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Sri Lanka’s Big Move Ahead of T20 World Cup 2026, Former Indian Coach Joins Support Staff

Arijit Bose

New Delhi: With the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 set to begin on February 7, Sri Lanka Cricket has taken a major strategic step to strengthen its preparations for the marquee tournament. The World Cup, which will run until March 8, will be co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka. Ahead of the tournament, Sri Lanka Cricket on Thursday announced the appointment of former Indian batting coach Vikram Rathour as the national team’s new batting consultant. Rathour will play a key role in fine-tuning Sri Lanka’s batting unit as part…

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Now Get an ATM-Like Strong Aadhaar Card for Just ₹75, Won’t Tear or Get Damaged – Order Easily from Home

Arijit Bose

New Delhi: The Aadhaar card has become one of the most essential identity documents for citizens across India. However, the paper-based Aadhaar often gets torn, damaged by water, or worn out with regular use. To address this issue, the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has introduced the Aadhaar PVC Card, a durable and convenient alternative. The Aadhaar PVC Card is a plastic card, similar in size and strength to an ATM or PAN card. It is lightweight, waterproof, and long-lasting, making it suitable for daily use. Equipped with a…

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Rising Tensions Over Venezuela as Russia Deploys Submarine to Protect Oil Tanker from US Action

Arijit Bose

Washington: Tensions between the United States and Russia have escalated after Moscow reportedly deployed a submarine and other naval assets to escort an oil tanker off the coast of Venezuela, amid concerns over possible US interception. According to a report by The Wall Street Journal, the move has emerged as a new flashpoint in already strained US–Russia relations. The report states that Russia acted to safeguard an ageing oil tanker that had become stranded near Venezuela after failing to load crude. US officials claim the tanker has now become the…

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