Category: India

New Delhi: The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), long known for springing political surprises, is increasingly being seen as a party where key organisational decisions are tightly controlled by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah. The recent appointment of Bihar minister and Bankipur MLA Nitin Nabin Sinha as the party’s Executive President has once again sparked debate over leadership transition, internal democracy, and the concentration of power at the top. Nitin Nabin becomes only the second executive president in BJP history after J.P. Nadda, even though the post…

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Lucknow: In Uttar Pradesh politics, seemingly small developments often signal larger political undercurrents. A recent social gathering held during the winter session of the Assembly in Lucknow is being viewed through a similar lens, as it has triggered fresh debate over caste dynamics within the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). On the evening of December 22, a community feast was hosted at the official residence of Kushinagar BJP MLA Panchanand Pathak. Though described by the organisers as a private and cultural gathering, the timing, participation, and scale of the event…

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Lucknow: The Indian National Congress has announced that it will contest the Uttar Pradesh Panchayat elections in 2026 independently, fielding candidates on all seats. The decision, party leaders say, is aimed at strengthening the organisation at the grassroots level and preparing for the 2027 Assembly elections. According to party sources, the move is not expected to adversely impact Congress’s relationship with the Samajwadi Party (SP). Sources indicated that a model similar to Maharashtra’s Maha Vikas Aghadi—where alliance partners contest certain elections separately—could be adopted in Uttar Pradesh as well. The…

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New Delhi/Lucknow: As preparations for the 2027 Uttar Pradesh Assembly elections gather momentum, political discussions have intensified over the possible leadership role of Priyanka Gandhi Vadra in the Congress party’s campaign in the state. Recent high-level meetings at the Congress headquarters and images shared on social media have fuelled speculation that the party may once again rely on Priyanka Gandhi Vadra to spearhead its electoral strategy in Uttar Pradesh. The Congress has already decided to contest the proposed panchayat elections in 2026 independently, following a meeting chaired by party president…

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Jamshedpur: Škoda Auto India has termed 2025 as the most significant year in its journey in the country, marking its 25th anniversary with its strongest-ever sales performance. Celebrating its silver jubilee, the brand closed the year with 72,665 cars sold, registering an impressive 107 per cent year-on-year growth compared to 35,166 units in 2024. This landmark performance makes 2025 the most successful year for Škoda Auto India to date, reflecting rapid progress across products, markets, and customer touchpoints. Highlighting the milestone year, Ashish Gupta, Brand Director, Škoda Auto India, said…

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SRGI Immersed in Devotion as New Year 2026 Begins with Spiritual Fervour Lucknow: The SR Group of Institutions (SRGI), located in Bakshi Ka Talab (BKT), witnessed a historic and deeply spiritual moment as more than 5,000 devotees came together to welcome the New Year 2026 through collective bhajan–kirtan and divine music. The entire campus resonated with thunderous chants of “Jai Shri Ram,” melodious notes of Lord Krishna’s flute, and the essence of Sanatan consciousness. The event, titled “Bhajan Jamming: Ekatva,” was not merely a cultural programme but a powerful spiritual…

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Lucknow | In a country where social mobility is often constrained by circumstances of birth, the story of Shravan Kumar Vishwakarma stands out as a rare and powerful testament to grit, persistence, and the courage to dream beyond limitations. From driving tempos on the crowded streets of Kanpur to founding Uttar Pradesh’s first home-grown airline, Vishwakarma’s journey is nothing short of extraordinary. Early Life and Humble Beginnings Born into a middle-class family in Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh, Shravan Kumar Vishwakarma grew up in an environment where survival took precedence over ambition.…

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Commander Sumit Ghosh Mumbai: An agent operates by collecting foreign intelligence to protect India’s national security by working undercover, often posing as diplomats, businessmen, or ordinary people. They recruit sources, monitor political, military & economic developments, and analyze threats. Information is gathered through continuous surveillance, human networks, and technical means. They verify and report to headquarters. Operations emphasize secrecy, legal oversight, and coordination with other intelligence and security agencies. Training, fitness, discipline, language and cultural knowledge etc, help agents to adapt quickly and avoid detection. They help eliminate those who…

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New Delhi: In a major breakthrough for ophthalmic care in India, the Army Hospital (Research & Referral), Delhi Cantt, has successfully performed the country’s first-ever 3D Flex Aqueous Angiography combined with iStent implantation, marking a significant advancement in the treatment of glaucoma. The pioneering procedure was carried out by the Ophthalmology Department using a stand-mounted Spectralis imaging system along with a state-of-the-art 3D operating microscope, integrating high-definition imaging with minimally invasive surgical precision. With this achievement, the Armed Forces Medical Services (AFMS) have positioned themselves at the cutting edge of…

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