On January 13, 2025, Prime Minister Narendra Modi celebrated the festival of Lohri with fellow citizens in New Delhi. He interacted with the crowd during the celebrations, which took place amidst a joyous atmosphere. The Prime Minister expressed his warm wishes to the people, emphasizing the significance of Lohri in the cultural fabric of India. He also highlighted the spirit of unity and togetherness that the festival fosters among people from all walks of life. Lohri, celebrated primarily in Punjab and other northern regions of India, marks the end of winter and the arrival of the harvest season. Traditionally, people gather around a bonfire, sing folk songs, and offer sesame seeds, sugar, and other offerings, symbolizing prosperity, warmth, and abundance for the year ahead.
14 January,2025 12:12 PM IST
A devotee from Cape Town, South Africa, expressed his admiration for the Maha Kumbh 2025, praising the event's beauty, cleanliness, and the warmth of the people. He said, "It's so beautiful here. The streets are clean, and everyone is so friendly and happy. It feels like a place of peace and devotion. We practice Sanatan Dharm in our home country, and witnessing this grand event is a deeply spiritual experience. The atmosphere is so welcoming, and I feel blessed to be here. It’s amazing to see so many people coming together in such harmony. I will cherish this experience for a lifetime."
13 January,2025 12:53 PM IST
On National Youth Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi attended the Viksit Bharat Young Leaders Dialogue 2025 at Bharat Mandapam, celebrating the birth anniversary of Swami Vivekananda. This event aims to break the 25-year tradition of the National Youth Festival and provide a platform for young leaders. It aligns with the Prime Minister’s call to involve 1 lakh youth in politics, regardless of political affiliation, to turn their ideas for a developed India into action. During the event, young leaders will present ideas on key topics like technology, sustainability, women empowerment, manufacturing, and agriculture. The Prime Minister will also release a compilation of the best essays from participants on these themes, inspiring and motivating the next generation of leaders.
12 January,2025 01:24 PM IST
At least 11 people have died due to the devastating wildfires in Southern California. Strong winds, known as the Santa Ana winds, temporarily died down, giving firefighters a brief break. However, these winds are expected to pick up again soon, making the situation more dangerous. On January 11, the Los Angeles Fire Department issued a mandatory evacuation for affected areas. The fires have also led to the arrest of 18 individuals for crimes like looting and identity theft. President Joe Biden has warned that the winds will remain a threat for the coming week and announced federal support to cover costs for protecting lives and property. Meanwhile, President-elect Donald Trump blamed California Governor Gavin Newsom for not signing a water restoration plan, which he claimed could have helped prevent the fires.
12 January,2025 12:37 PM IST
Karan Johar's new venture saw a star-studded show with Bollywood's elite in attendance. Karan shared a fun moment on stage with 'Shershaah' star Sidharth Malhotra, while Farah Khan also strutted down the ramp. The ramp was further graced by stylish 'Bollywood Wives' stars Maheep Kapoor, Bhavana Pandey, Seema Sajdeh, Neelam Kothari, and the show's new sensation Shalini Passi, all wowing the crowd with their walks. The event also featured prominent celebrities like Gauri Khan, Sonali Bendre, Arjun Kapoor, Chunky Panday, Neha Dhupia, and Malaika Arora, adding to the glamour and excitement of the night.
11 January,2025 08:20 PM IST
In a shocking turn of events, Bigg Boss 18 contestant Shrutika Arjun was eliminated just a week before the grand finale. In her exit interview, she expressed gratitude toward the show and Colors channel. Shrutika praised fellow contestants Vivian Dsena, whom she considers deserving of his "ladla" title, and Chum Darang, whom she calls a good friend. When asked about the potential winner, Shrutika predicted it could be either Chum or Vivian.
11 January,2025 08:09 PM IST
During the press Q&A at the 'Loveyapa trailer launch,' the team candidly discussed the film's themes. Ashutosh Rana explained that the film explores how exchanging a phone can be more difficult than exchanging money, highlighting how relationships are impacted by phones. He emphasised that the phone itself isn’t evil, but the person behind it plays a crucial role. He expressed his love for the theme and message, which led him to immediately say yes to the project. Kiku Sharda also shared his thoughts on the subject, finding it unique and different from his usual work. Aamir Khan further discussed his love for romantic films, sharing anecdotes from his debut movie, 'Qayamat Se Qayamat Tak.' He admitted feeling awkward about his performance when the film was released, despite its success and acknowledged he could have done better. Aamir emphasised that failure should be viewed as a stepping stone and praised Junaid’s performance, drawing comparisons to his own debut experience
11 January,2025 08:02 PM IST
At the trailer launch of 'Loveyapa,' superstar Aamir Khan spoke emotionally about his deep connection to the film and his admiration for the late Sridevi, sharing regrets about never having worked with her. He highlighted her profound impact on him and expressed a wish that she was still around to witness the project. Aamir also discussed the movie's theme. Junaid, the lead actor, revealed that he isn’t much of a phone user, despite the film's focus on modern relationships. Khushi, his co-star, shared her experience working with Junaid, noting they are both shy and introverted. Junaid mentioned his initial uncertainty about the role when approached by producer Madhu Mantena and director Advait Chandan. Aamir also compared the personalities of Junaid and Khushi to his own and Sridevi’s, drawing parallels in their characteristics
11 January,2025 07:56 PM IST
On January 9, Farah Khan, her cousin Farhan Akhtar, and Anusha Dandekar, the sister of Farhan’s wife Shibani, celebrated their birthdays. Farah Khan, who turned 60, shared a reel featuring Farhan opening his birthday gift. The multi-talented filmmaker and choreographer celebrated her milestone birthday with close friends from the industry, including Madhuri Dixit, Raveena Tandon, and Karan Johar, at her Mumbai home. Farah, known for her humorous Instagram videos, hosted an exclusive birthday bash for her friends.
10 January,2025 04:28 PM IST
A stampede occurred at the Tirupati Temple on January 8, causing the deaths of at least six people and injuring many others. The incident happened near Vishnu Niwasam, close to the Tirumala Srivari Vaikuntha Dwara ticketing counter, during the distribution of 'darshan' tokens. Large crowds of devotees had gathered to collect tokens, and by the end of the day, overcrowding led to the tragic stampede. The Chairman of the Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) confirmed that overcrowding was the cause. Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu visited the site on January 9. The families of the victims are mourning their loss, while authorities are investigating the incident
09 January,2025 04:11 PM ISTADVERTISEMENT
