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03 May

Sonu Nigam Faces FIR for Alleged Remarks Against Kannada Sentiment at Bengaluru Concert

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndiaBengaluru concert, FIR, Kannada, Sonu Nigam

National Times Bureau, May 3, 2025: Playback singer Sonu Nigam has landed in controversy after a complaint was filed against him in Bengaluru for allegedly hurting the sentiments of Kannadigas during a concert at East Point College of Engineering and Technology on April 25.An FIR was registered at Avalahalli Police Station following a complaint from the Karnataka Rakshana Vedike, a pro-Kannada organization. They accused Nigam of making remarks that linked the audience’s demand for a Kannada song to a terror incident in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir. According to the complaint, Nigam responded to shouts of “Kannada, Kannada” by saying, “This…

03 May

PM Modi Congratulates Albanese on Re-election as Australian Prime Minister

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New Delhi, May 3, 2025 — Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday extended his congratulations to Anthony Albanese for securing a second consecutive three-year term as the Prime Minister of Australia.In a post on X, Modi praised Albanese’s leadership, saying the victory reflects the strong trust the Australian people have placed in him. Modi expressed confidence that under Albanese’s continued leadership, the India-Australia Comprehensive Strategic Partnership would further deepen.The Prime Minister also reaffirmed his commitment to working together for peace, stability, and prosperity in the Indo-Pacific region.“Congratulations @AlboMP on your resounding victory and re-election as Prime Minister of Australia! This…

03 May

Goa Temple Stampede During Lairai Zatra Kills Six, Injures Dozens

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndiaGoa stampede, Lairai Devi temple, Lairai Zatra, Shirgao

May 3, 2025 — A religious celebration in Goa turned tragic as a stampede at the Sree Lairai Devi temple in Shirgao village claimed six lives and left over 80 injured. The stampede occurred in the early hours during the fire-walking ritual of the Lairai Zatra festival, which draws thousands of devotees each year.The incident unfolded when people standing on a slope near the temple reportedly lost balance, causing a chain reaction that led to chaos in the crowd. According to Director General of Police Alok Kumar, the sudden collapse caused many to fall over one another as panic spread.…

02 May

Universal Studios to Launch First Indian Theme Park Near Delhi by 2027

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New Delhi, May 2, 2025 — Universal Studios is set to make its Indian debut with an indoor theme park located near Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport. The project is part of a collaboration with Bharti Real Estate, which is developing a 3-million-square-foot mall in the Delhi Aerocity area. Approximately 300,000 square feet of this mall have been earmarked for the theme park, with completion expected by mid-2027. The upcoming mall is part of Bharti's larger 17-million-square-foot Aerocity development, aiming to transform the region into a premier commercial and entertainment hub. The Delhi government's recent approval for 24/7 operations of…

02 May

India Blocks Pakistani PM Shehbaz Sharif’s YouTube and Instagram Amid Fallout from Pahalgam Terror Attack

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New Delhi, May 2, 2025 – The Indian government has blocked access to the official YouTube and Instagram accounts of Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif within Indian territory, citing national security concerns following the recent Pahalgam terror attack.Users trying to access Sharif’s YouTube page from India are now shown a message reading, “This content is currently unavailable in this country because of a government order related to national security or public order.” His Instagram profile also displays a restriction notice stating that the content is hidden due to a legal request from the Indian government.The development comes just days after…

02 May

PM Modi’s Jibe at Vizhinjam Port Inauguration Sparks Political Ripples

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndiaPinarayi Vijayan, PM Modi, Shashi Tharoor, Vizhinjam Port

Thiruvananthapuram, May 2, 2025 – Prime Minister Narendra Modi sparked a political buzz on Thursday with a pointed remark during the inauguration of the Vizhinjam International Seaport in Kerala. Sharing the stage with Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan and Congress MP Shashi Tharoor, Modi commented that their presence together would cause “sleepless nights to many,” triggering sharp responses from opposition leaders.Addressing the event, the Prime Minister said, “The Chief Minister here is a strong pillar of the INDI alliance. Shashi Tharoor is also sitting here. Today’s event will take away the sleep of many.” The remark is widely seen as…

01 May

Shikhar Dhawan Confirms Relationship with Sophie Shine

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, SportsRelationship Confirmation, Shikhar Dhawan, Sophie Shine

New Delhi, May 1, 2025 — Former Indian cricketer Shikhar Dhawan has officially confirmed his relationship with Irish professional Sophie Shine. The announcement was made via a social media post on Thursday, where Shine shared a picture of the couple with the caption “My love” accompanied by a heart emoji. Speculation about their relationship had been circulating for some time, fueled by their public appearances together, including during the Champions Trophy match in Dubai and at a media event where Dhawan hinted at finding love again. Sophie Shine is an Irish product consultant with a background in Marketing and Management…

01 May

“Chun Chun Ke Badla Lenge”: Amit Shah Warns Terrorists in Aftermath of Pahalgam Attack

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndiaAmit Shah, Narendra Modi, Pahalgam terror attack, Terrorism in Kashmir

New Delhi, May 1, 2025 — Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Thursday issued a stern warning to the perpetrators of the Pahalgam terror attack, asserting that the Modi government will take “revenge one by one” and will not rest until terrorism is eliminated from Indian soil.Speaking at an event in New Delhi to honour Bodofa Upendranath Brahma, Shah reaffirmed the Centre’s zero-tolerance policy towards terrorism and said, “Terrorists should not think they’ve achieved a big victory. Chun chun ke badla lenge. Har vyakti ko jawab diya jayega.”The Home Minister emphasised that no terrorist would be spared and reiterated the…

01 May

Delhi High Court Slams Ramdev Over ‘Sharbat Jihad’ Remarks, Cites Contempt Concerns

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndiaDelhi High Court, Hamdard Rooh Afza, Ramdev, Sharbat Jihad

New Delhi, May 1, 2025 – The Delhi High Court has come down heavily on yoga guru Ramdev for allegedly violating its earlier orders by reiterating his “sharbat jihad” allegations against Hamdard's Rooh Afza brand in a new video.Justice Amit Bansal, while hearing Hamdard National Foundation’s contempt plea, remarked that Ramdev “lives in his own world” and appears to be “not under anyone’s control.” The court noted that the fresh video bore the same tone and substance as the previous one, prompting it to consider contempt of court action.The judge said, “In view of the last order, his affidavit, as…

01 May

NIA Chief Reviews Pahalgam Terror Attack Probe Amid Rising India-Pakistan Tensions

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, UncategorizedNIA investigation, Pahalgam terror attack, Sadanand Date

National Times Bureau: National Investigation Agency (NIA) Director General Sadanand Date visited Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, to assess the ongoing investigation into the April 22 terror attack that claimed 26 lives, including 25 Indian tourists and one Nepali national. The NIA is employing advanced 3D mapping technology to reconstruct the crime scene at Baisaran meadow, based on eyewitness accounts. Investigators have recorded statements from survivors and locals present during the attack. The attack, one of the deadliest in the region since 2008, has been linked to The Resistance Front (TRF), a group believed to be affiliated with Pakistan-based Lashkar-e-Taiba. Indian…