In Kolkata, Khuti Puja on Eid to Spread Harmony
Little Rimsha, a 6-year-old Muslim girl, took on the role of the goddess Durga on Thursday as a community Durga Puja in Kolkata organized a Khuti Puja on the occasion of Eid-al-Adha. This unique event aimed to reinforce the message of communal harmony, particularly during a time when societal divisions along religious lines have become more pronounced.
David Corenswet and Rachel Brosnahan Cast as Superman and Lois Lane in James Gunn Movie
DC Studios co-chair and acclaimed director James Gunn has made a major announcement regarding his upcoming film Superman: Legacy. The roles of Superman and Lois Lane will be portrayed by talented actors David Corenswet and Rachel Brosnahan, respectively. The highly anticipated movie is set to hit the screens in July 2025.
Modi Pushes for UCC, Accuses Opposition of Votebank Politics
Prime Minister Narendra Modi emphasized the urgency of implementing a Uniform Civil Code (UCC) and accused the opposition of engaging in votebank politics during a virtual rally with BJP workers in Bhopal. He highlighted that having different laws for different religions is not conducive to the nation’s progress and emphasized the constitutional mandate for a UCC.
Ahmedabad to Host India-Pakistan Clash in 2023 World Cup
The International Cricket Council (ICC) has announced that Ahmedabad will be the host city for the much-anticipated India-Pakistan clash in the 2023 World Cup. The match is scheduled to take place in October 2023 at the prestigious Narendra Modi Stadium, known for its impressive capacity of over 1.32 lakh spectators.
White House Condemns Online Abuse of WSJ Reporter
The White House has strongly condemned the online harassment faced by Wall Street Journal reporter Sabrina Siddiqui, who courageously questioned Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi regarding his government’s human rights record.
Mamata Banerjee Injured in Chopper Crash
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee sustained injuries in a helicopter crash while en route to Kolkata from Nandigram. The incident occurred in Murshidabad district when the helicopter experienced a technical snag, compelling it to make an emergency landing in a field.
Bihar Opens Teacher Jobs to All Indians
The Bihar government has taken a significant stride by announcing the opening of teacher jobs in the state to all Indians, regardless of their state of residence. This progressive move marks a departure from the previous policy, which restricted teacher job applications exclusively to Bihari citizens.
बिहार , सभी भारतीयों को शिक्षक नौकरियों की खुली करेगा
बिहार सरकार ने घोषणा की है कि वह राज्य में शिक्षक नौकरियों को सभी भारतीयों के लिए खोलेगी, चाहे वे अपनी रहने की राज्य की निवासी हों या न हों। यह पहले के नीति से मुख्यतः अपने राज्य के नागरिकों को ही शिक्षक नौकरियों के लिए आवेदन करने की अनुमति देती थी।
HDFC and HDFC Bank to Merge, Create $200 Billion Financial Giant
The merger of HDFC Corporation and HDFC Bank, effective from July 1, 2023, is set to create a colossal financial entity, according to Deepak Parekh, chairman of India’s mortgage-lending pioneer. With a combined asset base exceeding ₹18 lakh crore, or over $200 billion, this merger marks a significant milestone in the financial landscape.
IIT Bombay Breaks Into Top 150 in QS World University Rankings
In a significant achievement, the Indian Institute of Technology Bombay (IIT Bombay) has secured a place in the top 150 universities worldwide, as revealed by the QS World University Rankings 2023. With an impressive jump from its previous position of 172nd, IIT Bombay now stands proudly at the 147th spot. This remarkable feat marks the highest ranking ever attained by an Indian university in the QS rankings.