Author: Arijit Bose

SMRJ Goel Campus Students Excel at AI Quest 2026, Abhinav Singh Secures First Rank Overall

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: Students of Seth M. R. Jaipuria School, Goel Campus, Lucknow, brought laurels to the institution by delivering an outstanding performance at AI Quest 2026, a prestigious quiz competition organised by Graphic Era University. Competing against participants from more than 40 schools, each represented by contingents of 25 to 50 or more students, the Class XII participants demonstrated impressive knowledge, analytical skills and intellectual abilities. The highlight of the competition was Abhinav Singh from the Humanities stream, who secured First Rank Overall. In recognition of his achievement, he received a…

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US Midterm Elections: Trump’s Political Standing on the Line as Voting Begins

Arijit Bose

Washington: Voting is taking place across the United States on November 3 for the 2026 midterm elections, with all 435 seats in the House of Representatives and 35 seats in the Senate at stake. Although President Donald Trump is not directly contesting the election, the outcome is being viewed as an important test of his popularity, political influence and the Republican Party’s standing. The elections are being held amid public concerns over the ongoing conflict with Iran, rising inflation and the administration’s economic policies. Dissatisfaction among sections of the electorate,…

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Yashpal Sharma’s Supernatural Thriller ‘Jhaad-Phoonk’ Makes Its OTT Debut on JioHotstar

Arijit Bose

Anil Bedaag Mumbai: Actor Yashpal Sharma is set to take audiences into a world of fear, mystery and suspense with his latest supernatural horror thriller, Jhaad-Phoonk, which has premiered on JioHotstar. The makers have also released a new trailer to mark the film’s digital debut. Directed by Rajan Ramgopal Varma, the film features Yashpal Sharma alongside Padmini Kolhapure, Sumbul Touqeer Khan, Harsh Rajput and Apratim Singh in significant roles. Speaking about his experience, Sharma described the project as an interesting and challenging one, particularly because of the multiple layers in…

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ISCL Season 2 Kicks Off in Style with Sanath Jayasuriya at Jersey Launch

Arijit Bose

Anil Bedaag Mumbai: The Indian Softball Cricket League (ISCL) is gearing up for its second season, aiming to provide a national platform for emerging cricketing talent from neighbourhoods and local communities. The league marked a major milestone with the grand unveiling of the official jerseys of Mumbai Royals and Maharashtra Super Strikers in the presence of former Sri Lankan captain and legendary all-rounder Sanath Jayasuriya. The event in Mumbai brought together prominent personalities from cricket, entertainment, corporate circles and public life. Mumbai Royals owner Girish Gowda and Maharashtra Super Strikers…

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Netanyahu’s ‘Invincible’ Image Takes a Hit as Israel Faces Political Deadlock

Arijit Bose

Tel Aviv: Israel is facing renewed political uncertainty following its 2026 parliamentary elections, with no political bloc securing the 61 seats required for a majority in the 120-member Knesset. The results have dealt a significant blow to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s claim of political dominance, exposing deep divisions within Israeli society. Netanyahu’s Likud Party emerged as the largest single party with 27 seats. However, its right-wing coalition, including allied parties, secured only 53 seats, falling eight short of a majority. The main opposition alliance led by Gadi Eisenkot won 48…

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Ambedkar Nagar: Man Arrested for Cheating Woman on Pretext of Exorcism; Police Team Felicitated

Arijit Bose

Ambedkar Nagar: Police have arrested a man accused of cheating a woman on the pretext of performing rituals and exorcism in Ambedkar Nagar district. Superintendent of Police Prachi Singh felicitated the police team involved in the arrest by presenting certificates of appreciation to its members. The incident took place in Rabi Bahuddinpur village under the jurisdiction of Akbarpur Kotwali police station. According to the complaint, the accused allegedly deceived a woman by exploiting her belief in exorcism and took away her gold earring, Rs 1,000 in cash and a saree.…

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BJP May Drop Over 100 Sitting MLAs in Uttar Pradesh Ahead of Assembly Elections; Performance-Based Ticket Selection Likely

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is reportedly considering a major overhaul of its candidate selection strategy ahead of the next Uttar Pradesh Assembly elections, with more than 100 sitting MLAs potentially facing denial of tickets. According to reports, the party is weighing a performance-based approach to counter possible anti-incumbency and prioritise candidates considered electorally competitive. The proposed strategy reportedly places greater emphasis on impartial surveys, legislators’ performance records and consensus among the party’s senior leadership rather than recommendations based on factional affiliations. The party is also understood to have…

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From the Taj Mahal to Electoral Politics: What Makes Agra a Key Political Centre in Uttar Pradesh?

Arijit Bose

Agra: Known worldwide for the Taj Mahal, Fatehpur Sikri, its famous Petha and thriving footwear industry, Agra also occupies an important place in Uttar Pradesh’s political landscape. Its nine Assembly constituencies, diverse social composition and distinct urban and rural concerns make the district politically significant. Agra district comprises nine Assembly constituencies: Agra Cantonment, Agra North, Agra Rural, Agra South, Bah, Etmadpur, Fatehabad, Fatehpur Sikri and Kheragarh. In the 2022 Uttar Pradesh Assembly elections, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) won all nine seats. Tourism and Footwear Industry Define Agra’s Identity The…

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Ayodhya Deepotsav 2026 to Feature ‘Green Sun’ in Sky Over Sarayu; Eco-Friendly Fireworks to Be Major Attraction

Arijit Bose

Ayodhya: The 10th edition of Ayodhya’s Deepotsav will combine spectacular visual displays with an environment-conscious approach, with green fireworks set to be a major attraction. A special display featuring a ‘Green Sun’ illuminating the sky above the Sarayu River is being planned as part of the celebrations. On the directions of Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, green fireworks will be used this year to reduce smoke and air pollution while maintaining the grandeur of the festival. According to representatives of E-Factor Experiences Limited, the Green Sun display will be created using…

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Maharishi BotFiesta-2026 Concludes in Lucknow; Over 600 Students Showcase Robotics and AI Innovations

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: More than 600 students from schools, colleges and universities across the country participated in the fifth edition of Maharishi BotFiesta-2026, a two-day national-level technical competition held at the Lucknow campus of Maharishi University of Information Technology (MUIT). Organised by the Maharishi School of Engineering and Technology in collaboration with the Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC) on October 30 and 31, the event provided a platform for students to demonstrate their skills in robotics, drone technology, automation and Artificial Intelligence (AI). Nine technical competitions were organised, featuring innovative models, robots…

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