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Meera Syal, one of the recipients (File photo) Dozens of PIOs have been recognised in the King’s New Year Honours List 2026 for outstanding contributions to their communities including damehoods for Punjabi actress and writer Meera Syal and India-born professor Meena Upadhyaya.Of the 1,157 recipients, 14% of those represented at higher awards are from ethnic…
Bhubaneswar: The Puri Jagannath Temple is now under an extensive CCTV surveillance network to ensure smooth crowd management and heightened security during the New Year rush. A total of 344 cameras were strategically installed in and around the shrine, supported by the deployment of 70 platoons of police forces to maintain order and safeguard devotees.“Our…
Dumka: Nearly 36 hours after he allegedly assaulted a journalist, the officer-in-charge (OC) of Hansdiha police station, Tarachand, was suspended on Monday late evening.Dumka SP Pitambar Singh Kherwar suspended Tarachand based on an inquiry against him by Jarmundi subdivisional police officer which stated that he had misbehaved, threatened and intimidated journalist Mrityunjay Pandey, and thereby…
Lasith Malinga (PTI Photo) Sri Lanka have brought back one of its biggest cricket heroes ahead of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026. Former fast bowler Lasith Malinga has been appointed as a consultant fast bowling coach for the national team.Sri Lanka Cricket confirmed the news in an official statement, with the board also…
Murphy’s law worked hard in 2025.A year full of “what else can go wrong”, and then the wrong proceeds to make its way in, perfectly settling down, even stretching through months. A year that felt like a series of hypnic jerks, rather than just dates or headlines changing.Not to sound pessimistic, but 2025, ultimately, became…
Emily in Paris Season 5: Middle Eastern Designers Shine in Global Fashion Spotlight Netflix’s Emily in Paris may be known for its indulgent plot twists and jet-set escapism but this season another narrative is quietly emerging and it is written in style. As Emily Cooper swaps Paris for Rome and Venice, her wardrobe is not…
The US embassy in India Tuesday issued a warning at a time when thousands of Indians are stuck in India owing to the ongoing H-1B, H-4 visa appointment delay. The warning is not new but what the Donald Trump administration has been saying since it came to power but the timing of it rankled social…
Rashmika Mandanna and her longtime rumoured partner, actor Vijay Deverakonda have been the talk of the town lately. After months of whispers about their hush-hush relationship, rumours are now rife that they might finally be getting married in 2026. Several media reports suggest that Rashmika Mandanna and Vijay Deverakondagot engaged in October this year, however,…
Rashmika Mandanna and Vijay Deverakonda’s New Year celebration in Rome has ignited fan excitement, with shared moments like Vijay receiving the first cake bite and them praying together going viral. These glimpses of their affection, alongside pictures featuring Vijay’s brother, have fueled speculation about their real-life romance, building anticipation for their rumored wedding. Away from…
‘Golmaal 5’: Rohit Shetty revives OG cast including Ajay Devgn, Arshad Warsi, Tusshar Kapoor, Shreyas Talpade, Kunal Khemu, and Sharman Joshi for a fantasy comedy. It introduces the franchise’s first female villain, blending chaotic humor with surreal elements. Supporting stars like Johnny Lever return, keeping the playful legacy alive. ‘Golmaal 5’, directed by Rohit Shetty,…
