People paid their last respects to the mortal remains of the victims—mostly tourists—of the 22 April terrorist attack in Baisaran Valley, Pahalgam. Several organisations also held candlelight vigils, demanding justice for the 26 lives lost.
BJP activists staged a protest in Jammu, Amritsar, and other places on Wednesday, condemning the Pahalgam terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir demanding strict action against those responsible.
The Vatican released the first images of Pope Francis lying in a wooden casket, dressed in red vestments and bishop’s miter, as prayers were offered over him at the Domus Santa Marta chapel where he lived.
Pope Francis, the first Latin American pontiff known for compassion and humility, passed away a day after delivering his final Easter blessing. Cardinal Kevin Ferrell announced his death Monday from the chapel of Domus Santa Marta, his residence.
Christians around the world celebrate Easter, marking the resurrection of Jesus Christ — a symbol of hope, renewal, and triumph over death.
A 20-year-old residential building collapsed in Delhi’s Mustafabad around 3am on Saturday, killing 11 and injuring 11 others. Delhi CM Rekha Gupta has ordered a probe into the tragic incident.
Locals have staged protests over the death of 17-year-old Kunal, who was fatally stabbed in New Seelampur, Delhi, on Thursday. The incident has sparked a political blame game between AAP and BJP. CM Rekha Gupta has assured swift justice for the victim.
Delhi Capitals beat Rajasthan Royals in a thrilling match that went to a super over. DC scored 188/5 after being asked to bat first. RR matched the total with 188/4, but DC won the super over with one ball to spare.
Congress members stage a protest after the ED filed a chargesheet against Congress Parliamentary Party Chairperson Sonia Gandhi and LoP in the Lok Sabha and party leader Rahul Gandhi in the National Herald case, in New Delhi, Wednesday, 16 April, 2025.
The Enforcement Directorate on Tuesday questioned Robert Vadra, businessman and brother-in-law of Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi, in a Haryana land deal-linked money laundering case, which he termed a “political vendetta”.
Born into a Dalit Mahar family in MP, Dr BR Ambedkar rose to become the chief architect of the Constitution. On his 134th birth anniversary, the nation pays tribute to the voice of the marginalised and a tireless champion of equality and justice.
Vibrant Baisakhi vibes fill the air—devotees in prayer, joyous celebrations all around, and artists setting the stage on fire with energetic bhangra performances.
Devotees across the country offer prayers to Lord Hanuman on his birth anniversary. Born on the full moon day of Chaitra, Hanuman is also known as Bajrangbali. Lord Hanuman was an ardent devotee of Lord Rama.
Muslims gather at Freedom Park, Bengaluru on Friday to protest the Gaza genocide and express solidarity with Palestine.
Devotees across India celebrate Mahavir Jayanti, marking the birth of Lord Mahavir, the 24th Tirthankara (supreme preacher) and a revered spiritual teacher in Jainism.
Endangered Olive Ridley turtle hatchlings make their way to the sea after being released at Elliot's Beach in Chennai.
Thousands marched across more than 1,200 locations in all 50 US states on Saturday, protesting against the policies of President Donald Trump and Elon Musk.
During his visit to Thailand for the BIMSTEC Summit, PM Modi visited the historic Wat Pho temple in Bangkok and interacted with Buddhist monks. A day earlier, he also watched the Thai rendition of the Ramayana.
As part of ‘Operation Brahma’, the Indian Army field hospital in Mandalay, Myanmar, is providing crucial medical assistance to those affected by the earthquake.
A massive fireball erupted from a gas pipeline blast in Putra Heights in central Selangor state, Malaysia, injuring 145 people before being extinguished after several hours.
People shop for clothes, jewellery, and sweets in Bengaluru on Thursday ahead of Eid-ul-Fitr, which marks the end of Ramadan
Mass protests erupt in Istanbul after Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu's arrest on corruption charges. Over 1,100 people, including 8 journalists, have been detained as riot police crackdown using tear gas & pepper spray.
Shiv Sena members vandalised The Habitat Comedy Club and a hotel after comedian Kunal Kamra allegedly defamed M’rashtra Dy CM Eknath Shinde by calling him ‘Gaddar’ during a stand-up show. Mumbai police have registered an FIR against Kamra.
Sunrisers Hyderabad pacer Simarjeet Singh struck twice in the same over, dismissing Yashasvi Jaiswal and Riyan Parag as Rajasthan Royals chase 287. Earlier, Ishan Kishan’s 45-ball century powered SRH to 286/6 in their IPL 2025 opener in Hyd.
World Water Day is celebrated on 22 March every year to highlight the importance of freshwater. The theme for 2025 is ‘Glacier Preservation’, emphasising the crucial role glaciers play in sustaining life.
From playing Raag Kafi at the Red Fort on 15 August, 1947, to bringing global recognition to the shehnai, he transformed it from a traditional instrument to a symbol of classical excellence.
Once a common sight, sparrows are now vanishing due to urbanisation and pollution. This World Sparrow Day, the theme ‘A Tribute to Nature’s Tiny Messengers’ seeks to rekindle human affection for sparrows and inspire conservation efforts.
PM Modi met India’s Special Olympics World Winter Games contingent in Parliament, congratulating them on their performance. India secured 8 gold, 18 silver & 7 bronze medals at the Special Olympics World Winter Games, held in Turin from 8 to 15 March.
In honour of Puneeth Rajkumar’s 50th birth anniversary, his family members distributed food at Kanteerava Studios, Bengaluru. Fans gathered in large numbers to celebrate their beloved actor, who passed away in 2021 due to cardiac arrest at the age of 46.
Following the Allahabad High Court’s directive, the ASI has begun the whitewashing of the Shahi Jama Masjid in Sambhal today.