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West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee NEW DELHI: West Bengal chief minister Mamata Banerjee has approached the Supreme Court challenging the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in the poll-bound state, PTI reported on Sunday. Banerjee filed the petition on January 28, naming the Election Commission of India (ECI) and the chief electoral officer…
Oscar-winning composer A R Rahman has been conferred the Tamil Nadu State Award for Best Music Director for his work in Mani Ratnam’s historical epic Ponniyin Selvan – I. The recognition adds yet another milestone to Rahman’s celebrated career, which spans decades and includes state, national and international honours.Announcing the award, Rahman took to X…
Sai Pallavi has clinched the Tamil Nadu State Film Award for Best Actress for her impactful portrayal in ‘Gargi’. The government announced the awards for 2016-2022, with Sai Pallavi securing the 2022 honor. Her performance was lauded, with ‘Gargi’ also winning Best Film and Best Director. She expressed immense gratitude for the recognition. Sai Pallavi…
MUMBAI/THANE: Pinky Mali, the 30-year-old flight attendant who died in the plane crash in Baramati along with deputy CM Ajit Pawar and three others, was cremated at Shivaji Park Crematorium in Dadar on Thursday.Her father, Shivkumar, has demanded a thorough probe into the incident.“The company where my daughter worked did not inform us about the…
Venezuela’s national assembly (File photo) Venezuela’s National Assembly on Thursday approved a law to open the country’s oil sector to private companies, reversing a policy that has kept the industry under state control for more than 20 years. The vote comes less than a month after then-President Nicolás Maduro was seized in a US military…
The Maharashtra state government has declared a three day state mourning after the passing away of Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar. The veteran leader of Nationalist Congress Party, died in a plane crash on Wednesday morning in Baramati.Along with Pawar, his personal security officer, an aide, and two crew members comprising the pilot in command…
Texas governor Greg Abbott has ordered an immediate freeze on new H-1B visa hiring across the state agencies and public universities. The announcement comes at a time when Elon Musk is urging businesses and encouraging professionals to move to Austin, Texas. Musk has already moved Tesla’s headquarters to Austin and has been a vocal supporter…
Texas governor Greg Abbott on Tuesday ordered state agencies and public universities to halt new H-1B visa hiring.This marks a major setback for foreign professionals seeking to work in US, especially in the Red state.In a letter sent to agency heads, Abbott directed all state bodies to immediately freeze new H-1B petitions, citing ‘abuse’ of…
Indian Consulate in Seattle hosts business forum ahead of visit by trade mission from Washington state SEATTLE/NEW YORK: Investment opportunities in India across sectors such as AI, ag-tech, quantum and healthcare were highlighted at a business forum in Seattle, as the largest trade mission from the state of Washington is set to visit India. The…
Golden State Warriors vs Minnesota Timberwolves game postponed due to fatal shooting. (Image via X) The Golden State Warriors were set to compete with the Minnesota Timberwolves on Saturday, 24 January 2026. However, an unforeseen circumstance has led to the postponement of the game. The league’s big decision regarding this was confirmed by ESPN’s Shams…
