Filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma, known for his iconic films like Satya, has been sentenced to three months of imprisonment by the Andheri Magistrate Court in Mumbai. The sentence is related to a cheque bounce case that has been ongoing for the last seven years. The case involves a sum of Rs 2 lakh 38 thousand, stemming from a transaction with Varma’s ex-employee. The court, after hearing the case for several years, issued a non-bailable warrant against the director on Tuesd

With the Delhi elections just weeks away, the ruling AAP and Opposition BJP are intensifying their efforts to win the support of voters from urban slums, a significant part of the capital's electorate. The AAP has renewed its charge that Delhi's Lieutenant Governor VK Saxena approved a land use change in Shakur Basti, which could negatively affect the slum dwellers in the area. To back this claim, AAP has released a document containing the minutes from a Delhi Development Authority (D

Dramatic scenes unfolded outside Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal’s official residence when Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leaders, including Sanjay Singh and Saurabh Bharadwaj, arrived to refute BJP’s claims about a luxurious upgrade. The BJP had accused Kejriwal of spending public money on lavish renovations to the Chief Minister's bungalow at 6, Flagstaff Road, calling it "Sheeshmahal," allegedly featuring a golden toilet, swimming pool, and minibar. In respo

Political tensions in Telangana have surged as a violent clash erupted between Congress and BJP cadres in the Nampalli area of Hyderabad. The altercation, which took place outside the BJP state office, was sparked by a protest by Congress workers following offensive remarks made by former BJP MP Ramesh Bidhuri about Priyanka Gandhi. The Congress protesters, reportedly throwing stones and eggs, triggered a violent confrontation with BJP supporters, leading to physical assaults with sticks and

Delhi Chief Minister Atishi was visibly emotional during a press conference today after BJP leader Ramesh Bidhuri made controversial remarks about her father. Atishi, struggling to control her tears, expressed disbelief at the level of personal attack made against her elderly father. Bidhuri, a BJP candidate running against Atishi in the Kalkaji constituency, had targeted her over her surname and made unfounded accusations about her family’s past, including alleging their involvement wi

Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) has reported an impressive Rs. 1,365 crore in Hundi donations for the year 2024. The temple saw a significant number of pilgrims, with 2.55 crore devotees visiting the holy site. A remarkable 99 lakh devotees participated in the tradition of tonsuring their heads as an offering to Lord Venkateswara. TTD also ensured the spiritual nourishment of the devotees, with 6.30 crore serving of Anna Prasadam, a free meal provided to pilgrims. In addition, 12.14 cror

A Budaun court will decide on January 18, 2025, whether to hear a plea that claims the existence of a Neelkanth temple at the site of the Jama Masjid Shamsi mosque. The case, which began in 2022, arose when Mukesh Patel, then convener of Akhil Bharat Hindu Mahasabha, claimed that a temple existed at the site and sought permission to worship there. Lawyers from both sides presented their arguments on December 17, but the court did not pass a decision and postponed it to January 18 due to the o

The Pakistan High Commission announced on Wednesday that it has issued 84 visas to Indian pilgrims for a visit to the Shree Katas Raj temples in Chakwal district, Punjab, Pakistan. The pilgrimage, scheduled from December 19 to 25, will allow Hindu pilgrims to visit this sacred complex of temples, also known as Qila Katas. The temples are a significant religious site for Hindus and are linked by walkways. These visits are part of the long-standing Pakistan-India bilateral protocol on

Union Home Minister Amit Shah recently made significant remarks regarding India’s Constitution, highlighting the democratic process of its adoption and emphasizing its deep connection with India's traditions. Shah stated that the Constitution was adopted after extensive feedback from the people, marking a democratic milestone in India’s history. Some of his key quotes touched upon the ongoing debates in Parliament about the Constitution, noting that they have served

On Tuesday, the Lok Sabha voted to introduce two bills aimed at amending the Constitution to allow simultaneous federal and state elections under the BJP’s One Nation One Election initiative. The bills passed with a simple majority—269 votes in favor and 198 against—but the opposition pointed out that the government failed to secure the necessary two-thirds majority, required to amend the Constitution. Congress MPs, including Manickam Tagore and Shashi Tharoor, emph

In a significant political development, the BJP has decided to send notices to MPs who were absent in the Lok Sabha during the introduction of the government’s flagship One Country One Election Bill. Sources revealed that more than 20 BJP MPs were not present during the division of the house, even though the party had issued a three-line whip instructing all members to be present. Despite the absences, the government successfully passed the bills, which aim to amend t

In a politically charged move, the West Bengal BJP's Murshidabad unit has announced plans to construct a Ram temple in Berhampore, following a proposal by TMC MLA Humayun Kabir to build a mosque in Beldanga, located in the same district. The BJP's proposed Ram temple, which will be modeled after the Ram temple in Ayodhya, is scheduled to begin construction on January 22, 2025, marking exactly one year after the inauguration of the Ayodhya temple. Shakharav Sarkar, the BJP&rs

The Lok Sabha will hold a two-day debate starting today to mark 75 years of the Indian Constitution, though tensions are high between the BJP and Congress, which are embroiled in a bitter political war. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh will kick off the debate for the BJP, with several MPs from the ruling party and allies, including Karnataka's former Chief Minister HD Kumaraswamy, expected to speak. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will respond to the debate and opposition attacks on Saturday

The Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) board, under the leadership of BR Naidu, has brought in notable improvements to the operations and management of the Tirumala temple. From cleaner pathways and better quality of services to addressing long-standing concerns like non-Hindu workers in Tirumala, the board has been making strides in maintaining the temple's sanctity. However, one major issue remains unresolved: the rise of Instagram reels and dance videos filmed in front of t

The Sanwaliya Seth Temple in Rajasthan's Chittorgarh recently witnessed an extraordinary wave of donations, making headlines for its record-breaking collection. Among the remarkable gifts were ₹23 crore in cash, a 1kg gold biscuit, and several smaller gold biscuits. Devotees also contributed unique silver items, including a silver pistol, silver handcuffs, and even a pure silver lock and key. Thes

Devendra Fadnavis is poised to begin his third term as Maharashtra's Chief Minister, with an oath-taking ceremony scheduled for tomorrow at Azad Maidan in Mumbai. This follows a period of suspense over the leadership of the newly-formed BJP-led Mahayuti government, which secured a sweeping victory in the recent state elections. Today, the BJP core committee officially finalized Fadnavis as its choice for Chief Minister, bringing an end to the uncertainty surrounding the post. Hi

This morning, an attempted assassination of Akali Dal chief Sukhbir Singh Badal took place at the Golden Temple, but quick action by security personnel prevented any harm. Badal, who was performing sewadar duties after being punished by Akal Takht for mistakes during the Akali Dal's tenure, was approached by a man identified as Narain Singh. Singh, who had concealed a firearm in his pocket, tried to shoot Badal but was stopped just in time. Alert sewadar personnel noticed the sh

In Mumbai, tensions remain high as the BJP and Shiv Sena navigate the selection of the next Maharashtra Chief Minister. Senior BJP leader Devendra Fadnavis met with outgoing Chief Minister Eknath Shinde amidst ongoing discussions about leadership following the recent state elections. Fadnavis, widely regarded as a top contender for the position, is expected to be appointed as Chief Minister after BJP MLAs meet to choose their legislature party leader. However, the issue lies in conv

Maharashtra's political scene is in anticipation as a decision on the next Chief Minister is set to be taken during a meeting of the BJP legislative party today. Caretaker Chief Minister Eknath Shinde clarified that the final decision on the CM's post would be made by the Prime Minister and Home Minister, noting that he would fully support the decision of the BJP leadership. The announcement comes after speculation arose regarding Shinde's role following the Mahayuti alliance'

The wait for Maharashtra's next Chief Minister is nearing its end as the three key leaders of the ruling alliance—Devendra Fadnavis, Eknath Shinde, and Ajit Pawar—met with Union Home Minister Amit Shah in Delhi. The meeting, which concluded late at night, is expected to be the final step before an official announcement. Sources suggest that the decision is now almost finalized and will only require a sign-off from Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The developments come a