In adherence to the Union Home Ministry’s February 2026 directive, the full six-stanza version of‘Vande Mataram’ was played before the national anthem at Vijay’s swearing-in ceremony. This follows recent guidelines mandating the 3-minute-10-second, full rendition of the national song at state functions. Vande Mataram was sung before the national anthem in the presence of Rahul…
S Keerthana has scripted history as the youngest MLA for actor Vijay’s Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) and notably emerging as the first female representative from the Sivakasi constituency to break a 70-year streak as first woman to represent Sivakasi. Keerthana is not just an MLA but is also identified as the youngest minister in the…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s “need of the hour” message on May 10, 2026, amid the West Asia oil products crisis advocated for conscious, need-based usage of petroleum products.He urged citizens to use petrol, diesel, and gas with strict restraint. He emphasized that judicious use protects foreign exchange and reduces the war’s economic impact on India….
On Mother’s Day, 10 May,2026actors Kajol, Sanjay Dutt, and Chiranjeevi shared emotional tributes honoring their mothers, reflecting on their enduring influence, love, and sacrifice. These heartfelt posts, often featuring cherished photos, celebrated the profound impact of maternal love across generations of actors. Sanjay Dutt shared an emotional message remembering his mother, Nargis, stating, “Mumma, miss…
According to reports Shreyas Iyer is the primary contender to replace Suryakumar Yadav as India’s T20I captain to inject freshness for the 2028 World Cup cycle. Selectors are reportedly unsatisfied with Yadav’s recent batting form and want a long-term leader, making Iyer’s return and elevation likely. Regardless India to the 2026 T20 World Cup title,…
Instrumentalists often don’t get the recognition they truly deserve,” says Raghav Sachar, amidst media interaction highlighting that many listeners enjoy music without knowing who played it. He notes a shift from live, collaborative studio sessions in Bollywood to a, “quiet erasure of instrumentalists from the industry’s spotlight” due to budget constraints. On the shift in…
Following the diversion of theNew York-Mumbai flight to Muscat Oman caused by the closure of UAE airspace, amid regional missile activity actress Ameesha Patel has safely returned to Mumbai. The diversion and airspace closure led to a long wait for commuters. News Edit KV Raman
Renowned actress Bhagyashree described her role as Rajmata Jijabai in Riteish Deshmukh’s ‘Raja Shivaji’ as her “Golden Moment” and an “honour” to portray, emphasizing that the character was not just a mother but the “solid foundation” and strength behind Shivaji Maharaj’s legacy. She described the role as a powerful, humbling experience rather than just a…
K.S. Chithra is the voice behind generations of memories in India. Combining technical mastery with raw emotion, her timeless, soul-stirring melodies have effortlessly transcended time, remaining as fresh and beloved From the haunting beauty of Roja to the soulful depth of Bombay, K. S. Chithas lent her voice to songs that continue to define an…
Alapan Bandyopadhyay is a 1987-batch IAS officer who, in 2021, was at the center of a major clash between Mamata Banerjee and Prime Minister Narendra Modi over his deputation to the central government.On May 6, 2026, after the BJP’s victory in the 2026 West Bengal elections, Bandyopadhyay and another advisor, H.K. Dwivedi, resigned from their…
