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‘Will shoot you in head’: Rapper Badshah gets death threat from Lawrence Bishnoi gang

‘Will shoot you in head’: Rapper Badshah gets death threat from Lawrence Bishnoi gang

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‘Will shoot you in head’: Rapper Badshah gets death threat from Lawrence Bishnoi gang NEW DELHI: Singer-rapper Badshah has received a death threat allegedly issued by members linked to the Lawrence Bishnoi gang, days after his latest song ‘Tateeree’ sparked controversy over its lyrics.A purported Facebook post attributed to individuals associated with jailed gangster Lawrence…

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Nepal bus accident: 7 Indian pilgrims killed, several injured after vehicle plunges into valley

Nepal bus accident: 7 Indian pilgrims killed, several injured after vehicle plunges into valley

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Representaitve image (AI-generated) At least seven Indian pilgrims were killed and nine others injured after a passenger bus skidded off a mountain road and plunged into a valley in central Nepal, police said on Sunday. The pilgrims had been returning after visiting the famous Manakamana Temple when the accident occurred. Manakamana Temple is a popular…

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The modern social scene has undergone a seismic shift and theme parties have begun dominating the plains. It is not just an evening anymore; it is Bridgerton evening or a Swiftchella now.There is seldom a party invite that does not follow a theme. On the flip side, there are also hardly any popular themes that are not followed in the parties. It is turning out to be an ecosystem that is mutual, co-dependent and either way, widely popular.But what led to theme parties even becoming a thing? What is making these parties so popular? And why are more and more people driven to become a part of these events?First, the basics: what are theme parties?At its core, a theme party is a gathering built around one clear idea – and that idea dictates everything from the dress code and décor to the music, menu and even how guests behave through the night. Unlike a regular house party where the vibe is left to chance, a themed evening arrives pre-scripted.You decide in advance whether the room will feel like a Bridgerton ball, a Squid Game arena, a fake wedding, or a “I don’t have anywhere to wear this.”The stress of overdressing or underdressing gets replaced with the joy of dressing as a specific character or aesthetic, which is oddly more liberating than turning up as yourself.Ultimately, theme parties have become a more domesticated version of Met Gala but cheaper, closer and more personal.The same world-building and cosplay energy that once required large venues and official passes is now happening in living rooms, neighbourhood bars and small venues, driven by fans rather than studios.How did theme parties become a rage?The immediate answer is social media, but the fuller story sits in a humble collaboration of technology, psychology and marketing strategy. Event designers and marketers have been moving steadily towards designing the core themes to be immersive, personalised and “Instagrammable”.From the brand side also, this is not accidental, but a deliberate move to let the audience get involved to the best extent possible.As Prerna Bansal, Founder of Zero2One Marketing, points out, “The theme party boom isn’t a trend that happened to brands. For the smartest ones, it’s a trend they engineered. The modern consumers don’t want to be advertised to, they want to participate,” and theme parties are the clearest expression of that.People aren’t just watching Bridgerton or The White Lotus, they’re becoming them, right down to the colour palette, playlist and menu.Seeing this from the experiential marketing perspective, agencies observed that themed events deliver higher recall and stronger emotional engagement than regular campaigns.As Bharat Subramanian of Big Trunk Communications puts it, “When a party or event is designed around a clear narrative whether it is a film launch, a streaming show, or even a product category it allows audiences to step into the brand’s universe rather than just see an advertisement.”Divya Aggarwal of Impresario Entertainment notes,”Formats like Fake Shaadi nights, Bollywood Shaadi celebrations, or even Taylor Swift listening parties work because they transform passive fandom into collective participation. It allows people to inhabit a moment together, dress the part, sing along, and recreate the world they love.”The psychology: why do people love them?Underneath the glitter and props is a set of very real psychological needs that theme parties quietly meet.Social platforms have bridged the gap between what was once the great divide of fans and celebs. We now see the artists daily in our feeds, share in their private jokes, and receive carefully curated behind-the-scenes access.As trainee clinical psychologist Yukta Sharma says, “Because you can see them in a similar fashion to a close friend online, you can trick your brain into thinking they actually are just as close as a friend.”For mentally adding the audience to the artist’s “closer circle,” themed fan events or cup-sleeve gatherings just add to that. When you walk into a themed party full of people who share that same friendship-like bond with an artist, the connection suddenly feels validated and real.Social identity theory helps explain the rest.Sharma during her research on fandom interactions found how the “in-group effect” kicks in when you are no longer just an individual, but part of the “we”. “There is also this high, in a way, people get at these events called collective effervescence. It’s like that feeling of electricity or energy or a group buzz that happens when everyone focuses on the same thing, like singing the same lyrics at the same time,” Sharma says.She further adds, “There is actual research that proves that when people experience a live event together, their brainwaves actually start to sync up, especially when they are focused on the same music or movements.”The freebies, food and drinks are a bonus, but the real draw is that they transform a one-sided bond into “a giant oneness.”For attendees like Rini, the appeal is both emotional and developmental.She says theme parties are about “new experiences, meeting new people and learning new things,” and believes they “help me do better as a person and for society” by shifting her perspectives on others.“Because I don’t wanna miss anything,” she says about her preference to attend the large ticketed events and adds that she is willing to pay even for unofficial ones as long as they are safe, seeing them as experiences that “make new changes” in her life.The marketing brain behind the décorFrom a marketer’s eye, theme parties are not just cute fan moments but also unpaid campaigns. The principle at play is the experience economy where consumers are paying in money, time and creative effort to inhabit a brand world voluntarily.When Bridgerton designs its lavender-and-gold palette, or Squid Game designs instantly recognisable green tracksuits, they are, in Bansal’s words, “creating ready-made party blueprints.”Communication professional Tonmoyee Kashyap describes how campaigns are now built to be “themeable.” From the first mood-board, teams choose strong identities, distinct colour palettes and recognisable icons specifically so they can be remembered and recreated later in fan content.User-generated content (UGC) becomes the engine.“When people restage a campaign shot in their own homes or parties and post it on social media, they ultimately end up using certain keywords, either about the brand or while recalling the campaign or event. Social listening tools then pick up the spikes in conversation, hashtags and keyword mentions, allowing brands to measure how much “voice of share” is coming from these organic recreations,” Kashyap says.She adds, “This, in turn, helps extend the campaign’s life cycle. While every campaign has a defined timeline. But such organic conversations keep it relevant and present in people’s minds for longer.”This is where ROI thinking comes in.Kashyap points out that in brainstorming rooms, marketers are constantly asking what the return will be, in terms of reach, engagement, conversions. Themeable experiences make that math compelling.Earned media from themed gatherings doesn’t require ad spends yet delivers credibilityKashyap says, “When you pay for something, say, an influencer promoting it, you get visibility. But when people organically post about a party you’ve organised, such as a team gathering where attendees share their own stories, it carries far more credibility. In that sense, earned media builds greater trust. That’s one of the key reasons why these kinds of team parties are raging right now.”Data from themed parties feeds back into strategy.Bansal highlights, every hashtag, product purchase and Pinterest board tells studios which characters, aesthetics and story elements have the deepest lifestyle resonance. That shapes everything from merchandise lines and sequel strategies to how marketing budgets are allocated. For digital-first creators, the logic is similar.Filmmaker and creator Hrutul Patel sees projects like immersive shows, not as one-off performances, but as “larger IP ecosystems.”“The idea is to create a space where music, storytelling, philosophy and immersive visuals come together to form a larger narrative world. The audience is surrounded by the story from all six sides, making them feel like participants inside the narrative rather than spectators watching a performance,” he says.Brands are also investing in the last mile: local organisers. Patel notes how his immersive concert adapted as it travelled from Ahmedabad and Surat to Mumbai, Bengaluru and soon Pune and Delhi. The core narrative stayed intact, but the stage and experience were tweaked for each city’s venue and audience rhythm.Collaboration with local teams ensured “creative integrity” while making the show accessible.The result was not just strong turnouts but deeper engagement and word-of-mouth that helped the universe he’s building feel less like a product and more like a movement.Keeping the conversation alive between seasonsFor streaming platforms and sports leagues, the months between releases or matches are a dangerous quiet zone: subscribers drift, attention splits, and competitors move in.Strategists like Neelima Burra from Luminous says when brands collaborate with communities and local organisers, “evolve from events into shared cultural experiences that sustain engagement long after the headline moment has passed.”This keeps conversations alive between big tentpole events and turns the d-days or season drops into just one high point in a longer arc of engagement. In other words, the show that exists only on a screen risks being forgotten; the show that also lives in someone’s living room, bar, or wedding-themed party sticks longer.For independent creators like Patel, the same principle holds. His long-running music challenge created a continuous dialogue with listeners. Between chapters of his concerts, the themes continue to circulate through songs, philosophical ideas and fan conversations. Where does this go next?Theme parties are becoming the new norm. It is not just a passing trend but a deeper shift in how fans interact with entertainment. It is also becoming the focal point of how marketing is being designed.Now promotions are not designed after the release but are actively integrated in the concept design. It builds worlds that are easy to inhabit, and trust that fans will do much of the amplification themselves.Brands now invest in building worlds that can be brought to life and experiences that are emotionally rich but also reproducible – in outfits, in playlists, in recipes, in ritualsPsychology attributes it to para-social bonds and fandom communities becoming more than hobbies, they are evolving as the new support systems.And for fans, it means that the distance between screen and street keeps shrinking. What was once a poster on a bedroom wall is now a full room transformed for a night, a friendship circle built on shared emotional investment, and a party that doesn’t end when the credits roll. At this point, the stronger question may not be “Why are theme parties such a rage?” but “Which world will you be stepping into next – and who will you bring along?”End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosInfiltration Bid Foiled In J&K: Pakistani Terrorist Killed In Army-Police Joint Operation In Uri‘Because I Am Brahmin…’: Mani Shankar Aiyar Slams BJP, Clarifies ‘Neech Aadmi’ Comment On PM Modi‘Act Of Aggression’: India Strongly Condemns Pakistan’s Air Strikes On AfghanistanSupreme Court Asked to Phase Out IPS Deputation, But CAPF Bill Does The OppositeIndian Navy Warships On Standby Near Persian Gulf To Assist Vessels In Hormuz Amid West Asia WarTharoor Exposes Reality of LPG Shortages, Questions Modi Govt’s Claims”India Facing Difficult Time…” Former Foreign Secretary On India’s Strategic Loss In West AsiaBJP Ends Alliance Speculation, Amit Shah Says Party Will Go Alone In Punjab’BRICS Members Directly Involved In West Asia Crisis’: India Shares BIG UPDATE Amid US-Iran WarIndian Ships Shivalik And Nanda Devi Sail Through Hormuz, Head To Gujarat Ports Amid LPG Crisis123PhotostoriesCelebrities who have been banned from the Oscars: Will Smith, Richard Gere, and more7 posh localities in Pune dominating the luxury real estate marketAlia Bhatt birthday special: ‘Highway’, ‘Raazi’, ‘Gangubai Kathiawadi’, must-watch films on OTT7 local foods you shouldn’t miss while visiting ManaliKuldeep Yadav weds Vanshika Chadha: Bride joins the Sabyasachi brides club, groom’s emerald-layered sherwani steals the showWhat happens to the soul immediately after death according to the Bhagavad Gita9 high-protein sabzis to include in daily dietNicole Kidman to Johnny Galecki: Popular American TV actors and their weird habits7 lesser-known Indian summer fruits and how to consume them7 effective natural ways to keep mosquitoes out of your home123Hot PicksIran war newsLPG crisis in IndiaElection CommissionGold rate todayIncome Tax CalculatorPublic holidays March 2026Bank Holidays MarchTop TrendingSanju SamsonBrittany Mahomes Net WorthWilt ChamberlainMovsar EvloevMichael BispingLPG Crisis IndiaAssembly election dateIran US WarIPL 2026 Chennai Super KingsMiddle East War

The modern social scene has undergone a seismic shift and theme parties have begun dominating the plains. It is not just an evening anymore; it is Bridgerton evening or a Swiftchella now.There is seldom a party invite that does not follow a theme. On the flip side, there are also hardly any popular themes that are not followed in the parties. It is turning out to be an ecosystem that is mutual, co-dependent and either way, widely popular.But what led to theme parties even becoming a thing? What is making these parties so popular? And why are more and more people driven to become a part of these events?First, the basics: what are theme parties?At its core, a theme party is a gathering built around one clear idea – and that idea dictates everything from the dress code and décor to the music, menu and even how guests behave through the night. Unlike a regular house party where the vibe is left to chance, a themed evening arrives pre-scripted.You decide in advance whether the room will feel like a Bridgerton ball, a Squid Game arena, a fake wedding, or a “I don’t have anywhere to wear this.”The stress of overdressing or underdressing gets replaced with the joy of dressing as a specific character or aesthetic, which is oddly more liberating than turning up as yourself.Ultimately, theme parties have become a more domesticated version of Met Gala but cheaper, closer and more personal.The same world-building and cosplay energy that once required large venues and official passes is now happening in living rooms, neighbourhood bars and small venues, driven by fans rather than studios.How did theme parties become a rage?The immediate answer is social media, but the fuller story sits in a humble collaboration of technology, psychology and marketing strategy. Event designers and marketers have been moving steadily towards designing the core themes to be immersive, personalised and “Instagrammable”.From the brand side also, this is not accidental, but a deliberate move to let the audience get involved to the best extent possible.As Prerna Bansal, Founder of Zero2One Marketing, points out, “The theme party boom isn’t a trend that happened to brands. For the smartest ones, it’s a trend they engineered. The modern consumers don’t want to be advertised to, they want to participate,” and theme parties are the clearest expression of that.People aren’t just watching Bridgerton or The White Lotus, they’re becoming them, right down to the colour palette, playlist and menu.Seeing this from the experiential marketing perspective, agencies observed that themed events deliver higher recall and stronger emotional engagement than regular campaigns.As Bharat Subramanian of Big Trunk Communications puts it, “When a party or event is designed around a clear narrative whether it is a film launch, a streaming show, or even a product category it allows audiences to step into the brand’s universe rather than just see an advertisement.”Divya Aggarwal of Impresario Entertainment notes,”Formats like Fake Shaadi nights, Bollywood Shaadi celebrations, or even Taylor Swift listening parties work because they transform passive fandom into collective participation. It allows people to inhabit a moment together, dress the part, sing along, and recreate the world they love.”The psychology: why do people love them?Underneath the glitter and props is a set of very real psychological needs that theme parties quietly meet.Social platforms have bridged the gap between what was once the great divide of fans and celebs. We now see the artists daily in our feeds, share in their private jokes, and receive carefully curated behind-the-scenes access.As trainee clinical psychologist Yukta Sharma says, “Because you can see them in a similar fashion to a close friend online, you can trick your brain into thinking they actually are just as close as a friend.”For mentally adding the audience to the artist’s “closer circle,” themed fan events or cup-sleeve gatherings just add to that. When you walk into a themed party full of people who share that same friendship-like bond with an artist, the connection suddenly feels validated and real.Social identity theory helps explain the rest.Sharma during her research on fandom interactions found how the “in-group effect” kicks in when you are no longer just an individual, but part of the “we”. “There is also this high, in a way, people get at these events called collective effervescence. It’s like that feeling of electricity or energy or a group buzz that happens when everyone focuses on the same thing, like singing the same lyrics at the same time,” Sharma says.She further adds, “There is actual research that proves that when people experience a live event together, their brainwaves actually start to sync up, especially when they are focused on the same music or movements.”The freebies, food and drinks are a bonus, but the real draw is that they transform a one-sided bond into “a giant oneness.”For attendees like Rini, the appeal is both emotional and developmental.She says theme parties are about “new experiences, meeting new people and learning new things,” and believes they “help me do better as a person and for society” by shifting her perspectives on others.“Because I don’t wanna miss anything,” she says about her preference to attend the large ticketed events and adds that she is willing to pay even for unofficial ones as long as they are safe, seeing them as experiences that “make new changes” in her life.The marketing brain behind the décorFrom a marketer’s eye, theme parties are not just cute fan moments but also unpaid campaigns. The principle at play is the experience economy where consumers are paying in money, time and creative effort to inhabit a brand world voluntarily.When Bridgerton designs its lavender-and-gold palette, or Squid Game designs instantly recognisable green tracksuits, they are, in Bansal’s words, “creating ready-made party blueprints.”Communication professional Tonmoyee Kashyap describes how campaigns are now built to be “themeable.” From the first mood-board, teams choose strong identities, distinct colour palettes and recognisable icons specifically so they can be remembered and recreated later in fan content.User-generated content (UGC) becomes the engine.“When people restage a campaign shot in their own homes or parties and post it on social media, they ultimately end up using certain keywords, either about the brand or while recalling the campaign or event. Social listening tools then pick up the spikes in conversation, hashtags and keyword mentions, allowing brands to measure how much “voice of share” is coming from these organic recreations,” Kashyap says.She adds, “This, in turn, helps extend the campaign’s life cycle. While every campaign has a defined timeline. But such organic conversations keep it relevant and present in people’s minds for longer.”This is where ROI thinking comes in.Kashyap points out that in brainstorming rooms, marketers are constantly asking what the return will be, in terms of reach, engagement, conversions. Themeable experiences make that math compelling.Earned media from themed gatherings doesn’t require ad spends yet delivers credibilityKashyap says, “When you pay for something, say, an influencer promoting it, you get visibility. But when people organically post about a party you’ve organised, such as a team gathering where attendees share their own stories, it carries far more credibility. In that sense, earned media builds greater trust. That’s one of the key reasons why these kinds of team parties are raging right now.”Data from themed parties feeds back into strategy.Bansal highlights, every hashtag, product purchase and Pinterest board tells studios which characters, aesthetics and story elements have the deepest lifestyle resonance. That shapes everything from merchandise lines and sequel strategies to how marketing budgets are allocated. For digital-first creators, the logic is similar.Filmmaker and creator Hrutul Patel sees projects like immersive shows, not as one-off performances, but as “larger IP ecosystems.”“The idea is to create a space where music, storytelling, philosophy and immersive visuals come together to form a larger narrative world. The audience is surrounded by the story from all six sides, making them feel like participants inside the narrative rather than spectators watching a performance,” he says.Brands are also investing in the last mile: local organisers. Patel notes how his immersive concert adapted as it travelled from Ahmedabad and Surat to Mumbai, Bengaluru and soon Pune and Delhi. The core narrative stayed intact, but the stage and experience were tweaked for each city’s venue and audience rhythm.Collaboration with local teams ensured “creative integrity” while making the show accessible.The result was not just strong turnouts but deeper engagement and word-of-mouth that helped the universe he’s building feel less like a product and more like a movement.Keeping the conversation alive between seasonsFor streaming platforms and sports leagues, the months between releases or matches are a dangerous quiet zone: subscribers drift, attention splits, and competitors move in.Strategists like Neelima Burra from Luminous says when brands collaborate with communities and local organisers, “evolve from events into shared cultural experiences that sustain engagement long after the headline moment has passed.”This keeps conversations alive between big tentpole events and turns the d-days or season drops into just one high point in a longer arc of engagement. In other words, the show that exists only on a screen risks being forgotten; the show that also lives in someone’s living room, bar, or wedding-themed party sticks longer.For independent creators like Patel, the same principle holds. His long-running music challenge created a continuous dialogue with listeners. Between chapters of his concerts, the themes continue to circulate through songs, philosophical ideas and fan conversations. Where does this go next?Theme parties are becoming the new norm. It is not just a passing trend but a deeper shift in how fans interact with entertainment. It is also becoming the focal point of how marketing is being designed.Now promotions are not designed after the release but are actively integrated in the concept design. It builds worlds that are easy to inhabit, and trust that fans will do much of the amplification themselves.Brands now invest in building worlds that can be brought to life and experiences that are emotionally rich but also reproducible – in outfits, in playlists, in recipes, in ritualsPsychology attributes it to para-social bonds and fandom communities becoming more than hobbies, they are evolving as the new support systems.And for fans, it means that the distance between screen and street keeps shrinking. What was once a poster on a bedroom wall is now a full room transformed for a night, a friendship circle built on shared emotional investment, and a party that doesn’t end when the credits roll. At this point, the stronger question may not be “Why are theme parties such a rage?” but “Which world will you be stepping into next – and who will you bring along?”End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosInfiltration Bid Foiled In J&K: Pakistani Terrorist Killed In Army-Police Joint Operation In Uri‘Because I Am Brahmin…’: Mani Shankar Aiyar Slams BJP, Clarifies ‘Neech Aadmi’ Comment On PM Modi‘Act Of Aggression’: India Strongly Condemns Pakistan’s Air Strikes On AfghanistanSupreme Court Asked to Phase Out IPS Deputation, But CAPF Bill Does The OppositeIndian Navy Warships On Standby Near Persian Gulf To Assist Vessels In Hormuz Amid West Asia WarTharoor Exposes Reality of LPG Shortages, Questions Modi Govt’s Claims”India Facing Difficult Time…” Former Foreign Secretary On India’s Strategic Loss In West AsiaBJP Ends Alliance Speculation, Amit Shah Says Party Will Go Alone In Punjab’BRICS Members Directly Involved In West Asia Crisis’: India Shares BIG UPDATE Amid US-Iran WarIndian Ships Shivalik And Nanda Devi Sail Through Hormuz, Head To Gujarat Ports Amid LPG Crisis123PhotostoriesCelebrities who have been banned from the Oscars: Will Smith, Richard Gere, and more7 posh localities in Pune dominating the luxury real estate marketAlia Bhatt birthday special: ‘Highway’, ‘Raazi’, ‘Gangubai Kathiawadi’, must-watch films on OTT7 local foods you shouldn’t miss while visiting ManaliKuldeep Yadav weds Vanshika Chadha: Bride joins the Sabyasachi brides club, groom’s emerald-layered sherwani steals the showWhat happens to the soul immediately after death according to the Bhagavad Gita9 high-protein sabzis to include in daily dietNicole Kidman to Johnny Galecki: Popular American TV actors and their weird habits7 lesser-known Indian summer fruits and how to consume them7 effective natural ways to keep mosquitoes out of your home123Hot PicksIran war newsLPG crisis in IndiaElection CommissionGold rate todayIncome Tax CalculatorPublic holidays March 2026Bank Holidays MarchTop TrendingSanju SamsonBrittany Mahomes Net WorthWilt ChamberlainMovsar EvloevMichael BispingLPG Crisis IndiaAssembly election dateIran US WarIPL 2026 Chennai Super KingsMiddle East War

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The modern social scene has undergone a seismic shift and theme parties have begun dominating the plains. It is not just an evening anymore; it is Bridgerton evening or a Swiftchella now.There is seldom a party invite that does not follow a theme. On the flip side, there are also hardly any popular themes that…

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Mar 15, 2026, 13:08 IST

Mar 15, 2026, 13:08 IST

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The eighth edition of the Times of India Sports Awards will be held on March 21, 2026, in Lucknow, celebrating the achievements of India’s finest athletes across disciplines during the 2025 sporting season. The awards recognise performances delivered between January 1 and December 31, 2025, across more than 45 categories, honouring both established stars and…

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From toss drama to series glory: Sourav Ganguly on Steve Waugh mind games, VVS Laxman-Rahul Dravid stand, India’s rise

From toss drama to series glory: Sourav Ganguly on Steve Waugh mind games, VVS Laxman-Rahul Dravid stand, India’s rise

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Rahul Dravid and VVS Laxman (Image credit: AFP) India’s win against Steve Waugh’s Australian team at the Eden Gardens was among the first steps into Sourav Ganguly becoming one of the defining captains in Indian cricket. On the 25th anniversary of the famous win, Ganguly spoke on how the Test sparked a much-needed transformation of…

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JSSC ANM admit card 2026 expected to be released soon: Check steps to download and other details here

JSSC ANM admit card 2026 expected to be released soon: Check steps to download and other details here

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JSSC ANM admit card 2026: The Jharkhand Staff Selection Commission (JSSC) is likely to publish the JSSC Auxiliary Nurse Midwife (ANM) admit card 2026 on its official website, eadmitcard.threeapi.com. The admit card/hall ticket can be downloaded by the candidates using their credentials on the official site. The admit card will have crucial details concerning the…

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‘Stranger Things’ fame Maya Hawke teases ‘secret’ summer plans, says ‘I wish I could tell you, but I can’t’

‘Stranger Things’ fame Maya Hawke teases ‘secret’ summer plans, says ‘I wish I could tell you, but I can’t’

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Maya Hawke, known for her role in ‘Stranger Things’, is teasing fans with mysterious summer plans, sharing just a whisper of a ‘secret’ project on the horizon. Despite her excitement for the upcoming release of her sci-fi rom-com ‘Wishful Thinking’, her itinerary for the warmer months remains shrouded in intrigue. Maya Hawke has plans for…

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UAE crackdown: 25 arrested for spreading misleading content and glorifying military aggression | World News

UAE crackdown: 25 arrested for spreading misleading content and glorifying military aggression | World News

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UAE authorities arrested 25 individuals of various nationalities for spreading misleading content and glorifying military aggression online/Image: WAM Authorities in the UAE have ordered the arrest of 25 more individuals accused of spreading misleading and fabricated content online that could harm national defence efforts and fuel public panic. Officials say the suspects, who belong to…

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. NEW DELHI: Despite having adequate stock of fertilisers for ensuing kharif season, govt has stepped up its efforts to build a buffer even for the winter crops and is trying unconventional methods like ‘spot buying’, which is resorted to for immediate operational needs during unexpected supply disruptions. Besides bringing forward the maintenance of fertiliser manufacturing units, it is carrying out a heat-mapping exercise for all districts for early detection and quick response to any signs of trouble. Dismissing speculations of shortage of soil nutrients due to conflict in West Asia, officials said all partners of India in fertiliser supply chain have assured govt “uninterrupted supplies” and there will be comfortable stocks by mid-May when the kharif demand peaks.Israel Iran WarUS-Israel-Iran War News Live Updates: ‘All oil and energy infrastructure will turn to ashes,’ says Iran after US hits Kharg IslandPakistan Orders Salary Cuts: Sharif okays 5–30% SOE pay hit; savings used only for public reliefUS military supremacy shines as China fails big in Iran, Venezuela To deal with challenge of reduction in LNG allocation for fertiliser plants for manufacturing of urea, fertilisers department will procure “spot gas” on a competitive basis from international market and the first phase purchase will be by Tuesday. Officials said while earlier govt would procure spot gas a month in advance, this time it’s for the current month. I&B minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said as on Friday, the urea stock was 6.2 million tonne (MT), one MT higher than same date last year and the availability of DAP at 2.5MT, was almost double of last year. NPK stock at 5.6MT is highest ever and 2.5MT more than last year. Officials said that normal domestic urea production is 2.5MT a month. It is estimated to be around 1.7MT for this month due to 30% reduction in allocation of LNG supply and advancing of annual plant maintenance optimise gas use and production. Vaishnaw said anticipating geopolitical uncertainty, govt has brought forward its global urea tender and orders for 1.4MT were placed in mid-Feb. By March-end, 90% of this order is expected to reach India. On international supply, he said there is a five-year contract with Saudi Arabia for 3MT of DAP and there is no force majeure. Supply of urea, DAP and NPK from Russia via Cape of Good Hope remains uninterrupted. Morocco continues to supply via Cape of Good Hope. Responding to queries from TOI, K J Patel, managing director of IFFCO, the country’s biggest fertiliser cooperative, said, “As of now, we have not received any indication of significant production disruptions at the overseas plants associated with our joint ventures.” He added that at present, a limited number of their units are undergoing planned maintenance activities.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideos”India Facing Difficult Time…” Former Foreign Secretary On India’s Strategic Loss In West AsiaBJP Ends Alliance Speculation, Amit Shah Says Party Will Go Alone In Punjab’BRICS Members Directly Involved In West Asia Crisis’: India Shares BIG UPDATE Amid US-Iran WarIndian Ships Shivalik And Nanda Devi Sail Through Hormuz, Head To Gujarat Ports Amid LPG CrisisThe LCH Prachand: It Can Do What No Other Attack Helicopter In The World Can | WatchPM Modi Rolls Out Mega ₹18,680 Crore Road, Rail And Port Projects In West BengalCentre Ends Activist Sonam Wangchuk’s Detention Under NSA After 6 Months Of Jail Over Ladakh ProtestU Visa Scam Busted: 11 Indian Nationals Accused Of Staging Armed Robberies In United StatesPM Modi Launches Mega Assam Infra Projects, Takes Sharp Dig At Congress Over Rs 24,000 Crore PushFuel Diplomacy: South Asian Neighbours Turn To India For Energy As War Disrupts Gulf Energy Routes123PhotostoriesYour body’s “biological stress score” may reveal disease risk years earlyWas Rashmika Mandanna’s reception saree truly Mysore silk? The internet has doubts10 expert-approved tips to reduce your LPG consumption by 50%Gut ageing is happening earlier than you think: The daily habits harming your microbiome and expert recommended ways to reverse the damageBeyond ‘Harry Potter’ Daniel Radcliffe’s most notable rolesRamadan Special: How to make Peshawari Chicken Kadhai for dinner at homeAamir Khan birthday special: ‘Taare Zameen Par’ to ‘PK’ best performances to watch on OTT8 most expensive spices in the world and why they cost so muchHow this Indian princess used her royal jewels to defy the Nazis and save livesWhat is MahaRERA? 5 important rules every homebuyer and developer should know in Maharashtra123Hot PicksIran war newsLPG crisis in IndiaIndia–South Korea tradeGold rate todayIncome Tax CalculatorPublic holidays March 2026Bank Holidays MarchTop TrendingPatrick MahomesBrittany Mahomes Net WorthWilt ChamberlainMovsar EvloevMichael BispingLPG Crisis IndiaMadison Pettis GirlfriendIran US WarIPL 2026 Chennai Super KingsMiddle East War

. NEW DELHI: Despite having adequate stock of fertilisers for ensuing kharif season, govt has stepped up its efforts to build a buffer even for the winter crops and is trying unconventional methods like ‘spot buying’, which is resorted to for immediate operational needs during unexpected supply disruptions. Besides bringing forward the maintenance of fertiliser manufacturing units, it is carrying out a heat-mapping exercise for all districts for early detection and quick response to any signs of trouble. Dismissing speculations of shortage of soil nutrients due to conflict in West Asia, officials said all partners of India in fertiliser supply chain have assured govt “uninterrupted supplies” and there will be comfortable stocks by mid-May when the kharif demand peaks.Israel Iran WarUS-Israel-Iran War News Live Updates: ‘All oil and energy infrastructure will turn to ashes,’ says Iran after US hits Kharg IslandPakistan Orders Salary Cuts: Sharif okays 5–30% SOE pay hit; savings used only for public reliefUS military supremacy shines as China fails big in Iran, Venezuela To deal with challenge of reduction in LNG allocation for fertiliser plants for manufacturing of urea, fertilisers department will procure “spot gas” on a competitive basis from international market and the first phase purchase will be by Tuesday. Officials said while earlier govt would procure spot gas a month in advance, this time it’s for the current month. I&B minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said as on Friday, the urea stock was 6.2 million tonne (MT), one MT higher than same date last year and the availability of DAP at 2.5MT, was almost double of last year. NPK stock at 5.6MT is highest ever and 2.5MT more than last year. Officials said that normal domestic urea production is 2.5MT a month. It is estimated to be around 1.7MT for this month due to 30% reduction in allocation of LNG supply and advancing of annual plant maintenance optimise gas use and production. Vaishnaw said anticipating geopolitical uncertainty, govt has brought forward its global urea tender and orders for 1.4MT were placed in mid-Feb. By March-end, 90% of this order is expected to reach India. On international supply, he said there is a five-year contract with Saudi Arabia for 3MT of DAP and there is no force majeure. Supply of urea, DAP and NPK from Russia via Cape of Good Hope remains uninterrupted. Morocco continues to supply via Cape of Good Hope. Responding to queries from TOI, K J Patel, managing director of IFFCO, the country’s biggest fertiliser cooperative, said, “As of now, we have not received any indication of significant production disruptions at the overseas plants associated with our joint ventures.” He added that at present, a limited number of their units are undergoing planned maintenance activities.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideos”India Facing Difficult Time…” Former Foreign Secretary On India’s Strategic Loss In West AsiaBJP Ends Alliance Speculation, Amit Shah Says Party Will Go Alone In Punjab’BRICS Members Directly Involved In West Asia Crisis’: India Shares BIG UPDATE Amid US-Iran WarIndian Ships Shivalik And Nanda Devi Sail Through Hormuz, Head To Gujarat Ports Amid LPG CrisisThe LCH Prachand: It Can Do What No Other Attack Helicopter In The World Can | WatchPM Modi Rolls Out Mega ₹18,680 Crore Road, Rail And Port Projects In West BengalCentre Ends Activist Sonam Wangchuk’s Detention Under NSA After 6 Months Of Jail Over Ladakh ProtestU Visa Scam Busted: 11 Indian Nationals Accused Of Staging Armed Robberies In United StatesPM Modi Launches Mega Assam Infra Projects, Takes Sharp Dig At Congress Over Rs 24,000 Crore PushFuel Diplomacy: South Asian Neighbours Turn To India For Energy As War Disrupts Gulf Energy Routes123PhotostoriesYour body’s “biological stress score” may reveal disease risk years earlyWas Rashmika Mandanna’s reception saree truly Mysore silk? The internet has doubts10 expert-approved tips to reduce your LPG consumption by 50%Gut ageing is happening earlier than you think: The daily habits harming your microbiome and expert recommended ways to reverse the damageBeyond ‘Harry Potter’ Daniel Radcliffe’s most notable rolesRamadan Special: How to make Peshawari Chicken Kadhai for dinner at homeAamir Khan birthday special: ‘Taare Zameen Par’ to ‘PK’ best performances to watch on OTT8 most expensive spices in the world and why they cost so muchHow this Indian princess used her royal jewels to defy the Nazis and save livesWhat is MahaRERA? 5 important rules every homebuyer and developer should know in Maharashtra123Hot PicksIran war newsLPG crisis in IndiaIndia–South Korea tradeGold rate todayIncome Tax CalculatorPublic holidays March 2026Bank Holidays MarchTop TrendingPatrick MahomesBrittany Mahomes Net WorthWilt ChamberlainMovsar EvloevMichael BispingLPG Crisis IndiaMadison Pettis GirlfriendIran US WarIPL 2026 Chennai Super KingsMiddle East War

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