Holi preparations have transformed Muzaffarpur into a carnival of colors. From dawn markets to evening crowds, enthusiasm runs high for rang, gulal, and water fights. Leading the unusual trends? ‘Modi Masks’ – replicas of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s face – that sold out rapidly. In Chhata Market’s Holi wholesale zone, traders confirm the masks depleted 10 days prior. Reorders to Delhi hit a wall with suppliers citing exhausted inventories. ‘Demand was insane,’ remarked Irshad Ahmad. ‘Kids love the electric pichkaris and high-pressure models over old-school ones. Toys are diverse this year, but Modi Masks were the hottest.’ Amit Kumar highlighted…
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Canada’s Mark Carney engaged in vital consultations in New Delhi on Monday, tackling head-on the escalating Iran crisis amid broader Middle East unrest. Their wide-ranging exchange covered key world affairs, zeroing in on the Gulf’s fraught dynamics. In the meeting, Modi conveyed intense concern regarding recent incidents linked to India, Iran, and the extended Gulf area, as per Foreign Ministry’s Secretary (East) P. Kumaran during a post-visit briefing. The PM implored parties to shun escalation, advocating robust dialogue and diplomatic maneuvers to soothe tensions and tackle core disputes. Upholding national sovereignty and regional unity is…
The India-England T20 rivalry has been a treasure trove of breathtaking batting displays, especially from the Indian side. Ahead of a possible T20 World Cup 2026 semi-final at Mumbai’s iconic Wankhede, a fascinating fact emerges: in 29 T20Is, only four players have scored centuries, all Indians, underscoring Team India’s upper hand with 17 wins to England’s 12. Headlining this exclusive list is Abhishek Sharma’s monumental 135-run knock off just 54 balls on February 2, 2025. Bursting with 13 sixes and 7 fours, it demolished England by 150 runs, marking the format’s highest score in these clashes. Suryakumar Yadav follows with…
Team India’s T20 World Cup 2026 campaign roared on with a commanding five-wicket win over West Indies at Eden Gardens, catapulting them into the semifinals. At the heart of the triumph was Sanju Samson’s explosive unbeaten 97, a knock that earned glowing tributes from Sourav Ganguly, India’s former skipper. Ganguly, speaking candidly, positioned Samson as an elite white-ball talent primed for regular selection. ‘If he gets set on the crease, he’s a nightmare for bowlers,’ Dada noted, lauding the innings in a high-stakes game that mirrored quarterfinal pressure. Samson’s tactical brilliance—calibrating pace to the chase, exploiting field restrictions—proved pivotal. This…
A sharp-eyed Noida police team from Phase-2 station foiled a sophisticated ATM fraud scheme by arresting serial offender Amiruddin on March 2 near Allahabad Chowk. The haul included 12 ATM cards from multiple banks, an unlicensed knife for muscle, and a WagonR getaway car. Hailing from Bulandshahr’s Chitta village, Amiruddin confessed during interrogation to partnering in targeted heists. They reconnoitered ATMs without guards, zeroing in on high-traffic spots where salaried workers flocked after payroll deposits. The con was masterful—claiming machine faults, he’d seize cards to ‘assist,’ slip in counterfeits, and coax out PINs with diversions. Stolen cards were then milked…
From the runways of the US mainland to the heart of Iran—three B-1 bombers executed a breathtaking non-stop bombing run amid soaring US-Iran hostilities. Late February 2026 saw Operation Epic Fury erupt, with American and Israeli forces delivering devastating air, missile, and naval blows to Tehran’s military machine. Experts from the Military Air Tracking Alliance, drawing on open-source data from 30 analysts, uncovered the flights’ audacious paths. These B-1B Lancers, returning to base without pause, zeroed in on Iran’s ballistic missile bunkers and command nodes during nighttime ops. Confirmation came swiftly: a US official told Axios the bombers targeted surface-level…
Formula 1’s Australian Grand Prix is charging forward without alterations, organizers confirmed Tuesday, navigating travel snags from Middle East hostilities with precision. The blockbuster season starter at Melbourne’s Albert Park stays locked for Sunday. Australian Grand Prix Corporation head Travis Auld, speaking to journalists, detailed the scenario: officials and crews recalibrated flights, yet all will convene punctually. ‘The race weekend unfolds exactly as planned – fans get the full F1 experience uninterrupted,’ he vowed. Cancellations rippled from US-Israel operations and Iran-related flares, impacting Europe-UK contingents. About 2,000 staff pivoted plans; 500 fly special charters. Early arrivals among drivers minimized fallout.…
India’s diplomatic machinery has fired back at persistent claims tying it to the murder of Khalistani figure Hardeep Singh Nijjar, deeming them empty political maneuvers bereft of facts. The MEA insists judicial avenues, not headlines, are the path forward for such disputes. Former Secretary Periyasamy Kumaran delivered the message at a pre-visit briefing for Canada’s Prime Minister Mark Carney. Tackling the Nijjar controversy head-on, he rejected any Indian hand in transnational violence. Kumaran was unequivocal: “India outright denies involvement in any transnational violence or organized criminal activities. These assertions are groundless, inspired by political agendas, and lack any verifiable evidence—despite…
Union Minister Piyush Goyal’s virtual huddle with UK Business Secretary Peter Kyle marked a significant step forward in India-UK economic synergy. Conducted on Monday, the talks delved into ways to amplify trade and investment flows between the two countries. On X, Goyal described the session as insightful, focusing on the thriving bilateral momentum. The duo reaffirmed pledges to bolster their economic partnership, aiming for shared growth and prosperity. The conversation aligns perfectly with the impending activation of the India-UK FTA from April 2026, following its July 2025 conclusion. Key benefits include tariff elimination on 99% of Indian goods in the…
Step into the world of glamour and giggles with Farah Khan’s newest YouTube sensation, filmed right in Sunny Leone’s elegant Mumbai home. Farah, a veteran director behind hits like ‘Happy New Year’, pairs her signature humor with heartfelt moments in this packed vlog. The tour reveals Sunny’s tasteful luxury living space, but it’s her candid motherhood narrative that tugs at heartstrings. Detailing the adoption of Nisha and the arrival of twins Noah and Asher, Sunny reflects on the emotional highs and hurdles, offering inspiration to aspiring parents everywhere. A highlight is Nisha’s smart homemade invention, proving kids’ creativity knows no…