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High Voter Turnout Expected as Tamil Nadu Polls Begin with Robust Arrangements

High Voter Turnout Expected as Tamil Nadu Polls Begin with Robust Arrangements

Chennai (Rajeev Sharma): The 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections got underway on Thursday morning, with polling beginning at 7 am under stringent security measures across the state. Early visuals showed enthusiastic voters arriving at polling centres, forming queues well before voting hours in several districts. The electoral battle features a strong contest between the incumbent Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) and its principal rival, the All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (AIADMK). Adding a new dynamic to the race are emerging political players such as Vijay’s Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) and Seeman-led Naam Tamilar Katchi (NTK), both aiming to make significant…
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Ceasefire Holds but Gulf Tensions Rise as Iran Targets Vessels in Hormuz

Ceasefire Holds but Gulf Tensions Rise as Iran Targets Vessels in Hormuz

Washington/Tehran (Rajeev Sharma): The uneasy calm in the ongoing Iran-Israel conflict has been shaken by fresh maritime incidents, even as the United States signaled that its ceasefire arrangement with Iran will continue without a fixed deadline. US President Donald Trump stated that the truce would remain in place for now, despite uncertainty surrounding diplomatic efforts. Planned talks in Islamabad have been delayed after Iran showed hesitation in rejoining negotiations, prompting Washington to pause Vice President JD Vance’s proposed visit. Meanwhile, reports from Iranian media indicate that the country’s Revolutionary Guard has carried out another attack in the Strait of Hormuz,…
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Phase One of West Bengal Assembly Elections Underway Across 152 Constituencies

Phase One of West Bengal Assembly Elections Underway Across 152 Constituencies

Kolkata (Rajeev Sharma): Voting for the opening phase of the 2026 West Bengal Assembly elections began on Thursday morning, covering 152 constituencies across diverse regions of the state. The polling process commenced at 7 am with a steady turnout reported in several districts. From the northern hills of Darjeeling and Jalpaiguri to the plains of Murshidabad, Nadia, Birbhum, and Hooghly, voters were seen queuing outside polling booths from early hours, indicating strong participation. The first phase is being closely watched as it covers more than half of the total 294 seats and is expected to influence the momentum of the…
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Kedarnath Temple Reopens, Marking Beginning of Char Dham Pilgrimage

Kedarnath Temple Reopens, Marking Beginning of Char Dham Pilgrimage

Rajeev Sharma :- The portals of the Kedarnath Temple were ceremonially opened on Wednesday, signalling the commencement of the annual Char Dham Yatra and drawing devotees from across the country to one of the holiest shrines dedicated to Lord Shiva. Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami welcomed pilgrims on the occasion and extended his greetings, expressing hope for a safe and spiritually enriching journey for all visitors. The reopening ceremony was conducted with traditional rituals and Vedic chants, creating a deeply devotional atmosphere. Earlier, the ceremonial procession carrying the deity’s palanquin from its winter seat at Omkareshwar Temple had already…
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Amity Students Secure Offers from Top Global Universities

Amity Students Secure Offers from Top Global Universities

With a strong focus on experiential learning, personalised mentoring, and global exposure, Amity Schools continue to nurture students into confident, future-ready individuals. The institution’s progressive pedagogy, combined with a robust career guidance framework, empowers students to achieve excellence at some of the world’s most prestigious universities.   Amity Students Secure Offers from Top Global Universities   Reflecting this commitment, over 25 students from Amity International School, Vasundhara Sector 6; Amity Global School, Gurugram; Amity Global School, Noida; Amity International School, Gurugram Sector 46; Amity International School, Pushp Vihar, and more have secured admissions to leading global institutions for the Class…
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Galgotias University Students Win National Debate Competition At IIT Roorkee

Galgotias University Students Win National Debate Competition At IIT Roorkee

Two students from Galgotias University recently secured first position at the Verdict National Debate Competition held during Cognizance 2026 at Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee. The achievement reflects the kind of wider capabilities that increasingly define strong higher education outcomes.   Rahat Shuja and Khushi Kumari of Galgotias University, winners of the Verdict National Debate Competition at Cognizance 2026, IIT Roorkee Rahat Shuja, a third year B.Tech student in Electronics and Communication Engineering with specialisation in AI and Machine Learning, and Khushi Kumari, a first year MCA student with specialisation in AI and Machine Learning, emerged winners against participants from…
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The Most Powerful Global Awards Ever Created Set to Debut at David Geffen Hall at Lincoln Center in a Historic First

The Most Powerful Global Awards Ever Created Set to Debut at David Geffen Hall at Lincoln Center in a Historic First

A landmark moment in global entertainment, culture and achievement is set to unfold as the AMARA Hall of Fame Awards makes its debut at the iconic David Geffen Hall at Lincoln Center—marking the first time in history that an Indian/Indo-U.S.- centric awards platform of this scale, stature and global ambition will be presented at this world-renowned venue on Sunday, September 6th, 2026.   David Geffen Hall, Lincoln Center   Positioned as one of the most ambitious and prestigious global awards ever created, the AMARA Hall of Fame Awards is designed to celebrate the extraordinary achievements of Global Indian Icons and…
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Imagine Celebrates Worldmark Gurugram Store's 5th Anniversary and Iris Broadway's 4th anniversary with offers and in-store Festivities

Imagine Celebrates Worldmark Gurugram Store's 5th Anniversary and Iris Broadway's 4th anniversary with offers and in-store Festivities

Imagine, a leading Apple Premium Partner, celebrated anniversary of its Gurugram stores. The limited-time retail event brings exclusive offers, hands-on product experiences, and attractive upgrade opportunities to customers across the region.    Imagine celebrates Worldmark Gurugram store’s 5th anniversary and Iris Broadway’s 4th anniversary with offers and in-store festivities   The campaign will run for a short duration across Imagine stores in Gurugram at Worldmark Gurgaon Sec 65 and Iris Broadway Sec 85 outlets, offering customers access to special pricing on a wide range of Apple products and compatible accessories. The initiative aims to make premium technology more accessible while…
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Solidus Commissions Punjab's Largest Captive Open Access Solar Plant

Solidus Commissions Punjab's Largest Captive Open Access Solar Plant

Solidus Techno Power Private Limited is proud to announce commissioning of Punjab’s largest Solar project of capacity 40 MW / 60 MWp under Captive open access policy. This is not just a project milestone—it is a defining step toward powering industries with purpose and shaping a cleaner, more resilient tomorrow. The project is developed for Aarti International Ltd & Aarti Steel International Limited in Fazilka, Punjab. With over 80,000 tons of CO₂ reduced every year, the project will produce 85 million units of clean energy annually, Solidus Techno Power makes a step ahead for industrial decarbonisation and ecological sustainability.  …
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Driver Pleads Guilty in Deadly Quebec Crash, Admits to Gaming Behind the Wheel

Driver Pleads Guilty in Deadly Quebec Crash, Admits to Gaming Behind the Wheel

Montreal (Rajeev Sharma): A fatal road accident in Canada has taken a serious turn after a Punjabi-origin truck driver admitted in court that he was distracted by a mobile game at the time of the crash that killed a woman and her son. The accused, Baljit Singh, entered a guilty plea in a Montreal-area court, acknowledging that his negligence led to the deadly collision on Highway 30 in Brossard, Quebec, in July 2022. According to details presented during the hearing, Singh was operating a large commercial truck when it slammed into a line of slow-moving vehicles in a construction zone.…
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