Mauni Amavasya 2026: 6 Planets in Saturn-ruled signs; A powerful day to release karmic burdens with zodiac-based ho‘oponopono prayers

Mauni Amavasya 2026: 6 Planets in Saturn-ruled signs; A powerful day to release karmic burdens with zodiac-based ho‘oponopono prayers

Mauni Amavasya is not meant for doing or fixing anything. It is meant for stopping. On 18 January 2026, the planetary energy is heavy and inward because many planets, along with the Sun and Moon, are packed into Capricorn, a sign ruled by Saturn. When Saturn dominates, emotions don’t come out easily. They sit quietly…

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Goodbye bureaucracy in Saudi Arabia? New Riyadh digital system could change how cities are built in Middle East

Goodbye bureaucracy in Saudi Arabia? New Riyadh digital system could change how cities are built in Middle East

Riyadh Just Killed Red Tape: New Digital System Promises Faster Urban Approvals Than Ever In a major leap towards smart governance and efficient city development, Riyadh Municipality has rolled out a unified digital system designed to drastically accelerate urban planning approvals across Saudi Arabia’s capital. Announced this week, the platform aims to simplify complex bureaucratic…

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Image used for representative purposes NEW DELHI: Amid reports that India might exit the Chabahar port under pressure from the US, govt said on Friday it remains in touch with Washington to implement the sanctions waiver that the US has granted till April 26, 2026.”As you are aware, on Oct 28, 2025, the US department of treasury had issued a letter outlining the guidance on the conditional sanctions waiver valid till 26 April 2026. We remain engaged with the US side in working out this arrangement,” said MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal. As Iran Burns, India Flags Risk To 9,000 Indians, MEA Sets Record Straight On Chabahar Port Exit To isolate Iran, the US state department had in Sept revoked the sanctions exception issued in 2018 for the port that India has developed for its access to Afghanistan and central Asia, bypassing Pakistan. The revocation was meant to come into effect on Sept 29 but was extended later by the US. However, the US announcement earlier this week that it would impose 25% tariff on countries doing business with Iran has further complicated India’s involvement with Chabahar project. India has committed to provide a Line of Credit of 0 million in rupee equivalent for the port’s development. Since 2018, the port has handled around 10 million tonne of bulk and general cargo.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosDevendra Fadnavis Says BJP Created History in Maharashtra Civic ElectionsDeloitte Partner Says Budget Must Fix GST Gaps, Cut Costs, Boost Domestic ManufacturingAs Iran Burns, India Flags Risk To 9,000 Indians, MEA Sets Record Straight On Chabahar Port Exit’North Indian Girls Face Curbs’: DMK MP Sparks Row; Trump Warns Iran of Brutal Action Over KillingsSC Stays FIRs Against ED, Issues Notice To Didi; Raj Thackeray’s Big Bombshell In Mumbai Civic PollsBJP-Alliance Sweeps BMC Polls, Thackeray Reunion Flops; Rahul Slams EC Over ‘Ink Mark’ RowBritish MP Bob Blackman Warns Of Hindu Killings In Bangladesh As Extremism Rises, Democracy FaltersRanchi ED Raid: Jharkhand HC Calls Police Action ‘Pre-Planned’, Orders Security BoostMumbai And Pune Verdict Shake Thackeray And Pawar Dynasties As Legacy Politics Faces Reality CheckPiyush Goyal Says Startup India Generated Over 21 Lakh Jobs, Credits PM Modi123PhotostoriesHow to successfully grow tulips in pots on your balconyNature’s regenerators: 5 animals that can grow back lost body parts5 daily habits that secretly kill your productivity (And how to fix them)How to make Moong Dal Chilla for breakfast5 warm Indian destinations above 25°C right now to escape the winter chillExclusive – Naagin 7’s Eisha Singh on bond with Priyanka Chahar Choudhary, Bigg Boss journey; says ‘It took a very long time to come out of it’5 lizards that look like real-life dragonsVande Bharat Sleeper Launch On January 17: How Is New Indian Railways Train Better Than Rajdhani? Top Features & Stunning PhotosHow to make Kerala Chicken Curry at home8 rare baby girl names with powerful meanings123Hot PicksMaharashtra Election ResultsBudget 2026Gold rate todayBank holiday todayBMC Election ResultsPublic holidays January 2026Bank Holidays JanuaryTop TrendingGracie HuntTravis KelceKlay ThomponTyus JonesLebron JamesMaharashtra Civic Poll WinnersAustin Reaves Net WorthTua TagovailoaDana WhiteToto Wolff and Christian Horner Net Worth

Image used for representative purposes NEW DELHI: Amid reports that India might exit the Chabahar port under pressure from the US, govt said on Friday it remains in touch with Washington to implement the sanctions waiver that the US has granted till April 26, 2026.”As you are aware, on Oct 28, 2025, the US department of treasury had issued a letter outlining the guidance on the conditional sanctions waiver valid till 26 April 2026. We remain engaged with the US side in working out this arrangement,” said MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal. As Iran Burns, India Flags Risk To 9,000 Indians, MEA Sets Record Straight On Chabahar Port Exit To isolate Iran, the US state department had in Sept revoked the sanctions exception issued in 2018 for the port that India has developed for its access to Afghanistan and central Asia, bypassing Pakistan. The revocation was meant to come into effect on Sept 29 but was extended later by the US. However, the US announcement earlier this week that it would impose 25% tariff on countries doing business with Iran has further complicated India’s involvement with Chabahar project. India has committed to provide a Line of Credit of $250 million in rupee equivalent for the port’s development. Since 2018, the port has handled around 10 million tonne of bulk and general cargo.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosDevendra Fadnavis Says BJP Created History in Maharashtra Civic ElectionsDeloitte Partner Says Budget Must Fix GST Gaps, Cut Costs, Boost Domestic ManufacturingAs Iran Burns, India Flags Risk To 9,000 Indians, MEA Sets Record Straight On Chabahar Port Exit’North Indian Girls Face Curbs’: DMK MP Sparks Row; Trump Warns Iran of Brutal Action Over KillingsSC Stays FIRs Against ED, Issues Notice To Didi; Raj Thackeray’s Big Bombshell In Mumbai Civic PollsBJP-Alliance Sweeps BMC Polls, Thackeray Reunion Flops; Rahul Slams EC Over ‘Ink Mark’ RowBritish MP Bob Blackman Warns Of Hindu Killings In Bangladesh As Extremism Rises, Democracy FaltersRanchi ED Raid: Jharkhand HC Calls Police Action ‘Pre-Planned’, Orders Security BoostMumbai And Pune Verdict Shake Thackeray And Pawar Dynasties As Legacy Politics Faces Reality CheckPiyush Goyal Says Startup India Generated Over 21 Lakh Jobs, Credits PM Modi123PhotostoriesHow to successfully grow tulips in pots on your balconyNature’s regenerators: 5 animals that can grow back lost body parts5 daily habits that secretly kill your productivity (And how to fix them)How to make Moong Dal Chilla for breakfast5 warm Indian destinations above 25°C right now to escape the winter chillExclusive – Naagin 7’s Eisha Singh on bond with Priyanka Chahar Choudhary, Bigg Boss journey; says ‘It took a very long time to come out of it’5 lizards that look like real-life dragonsVande Bharat Sleeper Launch On January 17: How Is New Indian Railways Train Better Than Rajdhani? Top Features & Stunning PhotosHow to make Kerala Chicken Curry at home8 rare baby girl names with powerful meanings123Hot PicksMaharashtra Election ResultsBudget 2026Gold rate todayBank holiday todayBMC Election ResultsPublic holidays January 2026Bank Holidays JanuaryTop TrendingGracie HuntTravis KelceKlay ThomponTyus JonesLebron JamesMaharashtra Civic Poll WinnersAustin Reaves Net WorthTua TagovailoaDana WhiteToto Wolff and Christian Horner Net Worth

Image used for representative purposes NEW DELHI: Amid reports that India might exit the Chabahar port under pressure from the US, govt said on Friday it remains in touch with Washington to implement the sanctions waiver that the US has granted till April 26, 2026.“As you are aware, on Oct 28, 2025, the US department…

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Updated: Jan 17, 2026, 09:56 IST

Updated: Jan 17, 2026, 09:56 IST

NEW DELHI: Former India captain Virat Kohli, accompanied by wrist-spinner Kuldeep Yadav, visited the Shree Mahakaleshwar Temple in Ujjain on Saturday to offer prayers ahead of the series-deciding third ODI against New Zealand.After the temple visit, Kohli briefly greeted those present, saying, “Jai shree Mahakal”. Bangladesh cricket in turmoil: What it means for the T20…

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Trump sanctions fail to stop inflow! Some Indian refiners step up Russian crude oil intake; Indian Oil, Nayara boost purchases

Trump sanctions fail to stop inflow! Some Indian refiners step up Russian crude oil intake; Indian Oil, Nayara boost purchases

Representative image (AI-generated) State-run Indian Oil Corp and Rosneft-backed Nayara Energy have increased their purchases of Russian crude in January. This comes even as India’s overall imports from Russia have declined under US sanctions.Reliance Industries, India’s largest buyer over the past year, along with several other refiners, has not received any supplies this month. This…

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Assam Forest Guard Recruitment 2026: Notification out for 789 posts, application begins on January 22

Assam Forest Guard Recruitment 2026: Notification out for 789 posts, application begins on January 22

Assam Forest Guard Recruitment 2026 The Assam Forest Guard Recruitment 2026 notification has been officially released by the State Level Police Recruitment Board (SLPRB), Assam. This recruitment drive brings a major opportunity for candidates who want to work with the Assam Forest Department and contribute to forest protection and wildlife conservation. As per the latest…

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Vande Bharat sleeper flag off today: Howrah-Kamakhya train to be launched by PM Modi; check fare, schedule & top features – watch video

Vande Bharat sleeper flag off today: Howrah-Kamakhya train to be launched by PM Modi; check fare, schedule & top features – watch video

The all air-conditioned train aims to make overnight train journeys faster and more premium and comfortable for passengers. Vande Bharat sleeper flag off today: Prime Minister Narendra Modi is all set to flag off the first Vande Bharat sleeper train set of Indian Railways from Malda town in West Bengal today. The inaugural Vande Bharat…

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No more layovers? Air India, Saudia airline codeshare deal opens up 20+ cities overnight

No more layovers? Air India, Saudia airline codeshare deal opens up 20+ cities overnight

Air India and Saudia’s Smart Move Is Redefining Cross-Border Flying: Why This Codeshare Is Being Called a Game-Changer for India–Gulf Travel Good news for travellers in India and Saudi Arabia! Air India, India’s flag carrier and Saudia, the national airline of Saudi Arabia, have officially signed a codeshare agreement that will take effect from February…

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NEW DELHI: Maharashtra civic election results have put the spotlight on tainted corporators, as candidates with criminal backgrounds won several seats in the corporation polls.The poll results brought attention to politicians with criminal backgrounds as some of the winners celebrated their victory from jail. From gangster’s family, jailed women, Gauri Lankesh murder accused, some winners from the local polls grabbed national attention.In Pune, two relatives of gangster Suryakant alias Bandu Andekar, currently lodged in jail in connection with the murder of his grandson, were elected from Ward No. 23 in the civic polls on Friday.  Devendra Fadnavis Says BJP Created History in Maharashtra Civic Elections In Pune, Sonali Andekar, Bandu Andekar’s daughter-in-law, and his sister-in-law Laxmi Andekar were fielded by the Ajit Pawar-led Nationalist Congress Party (NCP). The party had faced sharp criticism from the Bharatiya Janata Party for nominating candidates with criminal backgrounds.Sonali Andekar is the wife of former NCP corporator Vanraj Andekar, who was murdered on September 1, 2024, in Pune’s Nana Peth area. Vanraj was allegedly killed by Ganesh Komkar, the husband of one of Vanraj’s two sisters, following a property dispute.Exactly a year later, in 2025, Ganesh Komkar’s 19-year-old son Ayush Komkar was murdered, allegedly in an act of revenge.Bandu Andekar, his son Krushna Andekar, Sonali Andekar, Laxmi Andekar, and others were arrested in the Ayush Komkar murder case. While Bandu, Sonali, and Laxmi are currently in judicial custody, the NCP went ahead and offered tickets to the two women candidates from the ward, triggering widespread criticism.In a closely contested fight, Sonali Andekar defeated Pratibha Dhangekar, wife of former MLA and Shiv Sena leader Ravindra Dhangekar. Laxmi Andekar defeated BJP candidate Rutuja Gadale by a slender margin.Mithun Chavan, a lawyer associated with the Andekar family, said the twin victories reflected the social work carried out by the family over the years.He said the Andekars have a long political legacy, with Vatsala Andekar having served as the city’s mayor, while late Udyankant Andekar and Vanraj Andekar were corporators known for raising civic issues.Chavan said that although Sonali and Laxmi were in jail during the campaign, other family members led the outreach.”They connected with voters on the ground, and people responded positively by electing both the candidates,” he said.Pradnya Andekar, a relative of the newly elected corporators, thanked the voters of the ward for reposing faith in the family and said they would continue to work for the betterment of residents.Gauri Lankesh murder accused wins JalnaShrikant Pangarkar secured victory from Ward 13 in the Jalna Municipal Corporation elections, defeating candidates from the BJP and several other parties. The Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena did not field a candidate in the ward.Ahead of the November 2024 assembly elections, Pangarkar had joined the Shiv Sena. However, following public outcry over his induction, Shinde kept it in abeyance.Gauri Lankesh was shot dead outside her Bengaluru residence on September 5, 2017. Her murder had triggered national headlines and sparked intense debates over liberalism, secularism, and communalism in India.Pangarkar had earlier served as a member of the Jalna municipal council with the undivided Shiv Sena between 2001 and 2006. After being denied a ticket in 2011, he joined the right-wing Hindu Janjagruti Samiti.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. The TOI News Desk is your trusted source for staying informed and connected to the ever-evolving global landscape, ensuring that our readers are equipped with the latest developments that matter most.”Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosDonald Trump Cites India Pakistan Ceasefire While Defending Nobel Gesture But Facts Raise QuestionsIndia Acts As Iran Burns: First Batch of Citizens Return Home After Advisory Amid Violent ProtestsDevendra Fadnavis Says BJP Created History in Maharashtra Civic ElectionsDeloitte Partner Says Budget Must Fix GST Gaps, Cut Costs, Boost Domestic ManufacturingAs Iran Burns, India Flags Risk To 9,000 Indians, MEA Sets Record Straight On Chabahar Port Exit’North Indian Girls Face Curbs’: DMK MP Sparks Row; Trump Warns Iran of Brutal Action Over KillingsSC Stays FIRs Against ED, Issues Notice To Didi; Raj Thackeray’s Big Bombshell In Mumbai Civic PollsBJP-Alliance Sweeps BMC Polls, Thackeray Reunion Flops; Rahul Slams EC Over ‘Ink Mark’ RowBritish MP Bob Blackman Warns Of Hindu Killings In Bangladesh As Extremism Rises, Democracy FaltersRanchi ED Raid: Jharkhand HC Calls Police Action ‘Pre-Planned’, Orders Security Boost123Photostories9 ⁠daily habits to sharpen brain, boost focus and memory, reveals Dr Pal Manickam5 countries with the highest cost of living in the world8 local dishes that one cannot miss in the city of Ajmer7 night rituals that help one sleep deeply and wake up feeling fully rechargedKate Middleton’s bold red suit steals the show as she returns to public life in styleHow to successfully grow tulips in pots on your balconyNature’s regenerators: 5 animals that can grow back lost body parts5 daily habits that secretly kill your productivity (And how to fix them)How to make Moong Dal Chilla for breakfast5 warm Indian destinations above 25°C right now to escape the winter chill123Hot PicksMaharashtra Election ResultsBudget 2026Gold rate todayBank holiday todayBMC Election ResultsPublic holidays January 2026Bank Holidays JanuaryTop TrendingGracie HuntTravis KelceKlay ThomponTyus JonesLebron JamesMaharashtra Civic Poll WinnersStuart SkinnerJack EichelDana WhiteRafael Nadal Net Worth

NEW DELHI: Maharashtra civic election results have put the spotlight on tainted corporators, as candidates with criminal backgrounds won several seats in the corporation polls.The poll results brought attention to politicians with criminal backgrounds as some of the winners celebrated their victory from jail. From gangster’s family, jailed women, Gauri Lankesh murder accused, some winners from the local polls grabbed national attention.In Pune, two relatives of gangster Suryakant alias Bandu Andekar, currently lodged in jail in connection with the murder of his grandson, were elected from Ward No. 23 in the civic polls on Friday. Devendra Fadnavis Says BJP Created History in Maharashtra Civic Elections In Pune, Sonali Andekar, Bandu Andekar’s daughter-in-law, and his sister-in-law Laxmi Andekar were fielded by the Ajit Pawar-led Nationalist Congress Party (NCP). The party had faced sharp criticism from the Bharatiya Janata Party for nominating candidates with criminal backgrounds.Sonali Andekar is the wife of former NCP corporator Vanraj Andekar, who was murdered on September 1, 2024, in Pune’s Nana Peth area. Vanraj was allegedly killed by Ganesh Komkar, the husband of one of Vanraj’s two sisters, following a property dispute.Exactly a year later, in 2025, Ganesh Komkar’s 19-year-old son Ayush Komkar was murdered, allegedly in an act of revenge.Bandu Andekar, his son Krushna Andekar, Sonali Andekar, Laxmi Andekar, and others were arrested in the Ayush Komkar murder case. While Bandu, Sonali, and Laxmi are currently in judicial custody, the NCP went ahead and offered tickets to the two women candidates from the ward, triggering widespread criticism.In a closely contested fight, Sonali Andekar defeated Pratibha Dhangekar, wife of former MLA and Shiv Sena leader Ravindra Dhangekar. Laxmi Andekar defeated BJP candidate Rutuja Gadale by a slender margin.Mithun Chavan, a lawyer associated with the Andekar family, said the twin victories reflected the social work carried out by the family over the years.He said the Andekars have a long political legacy, with Vatsala Andekar having served as the city’s mayor, while late Udyankant Andekar and Vanraj Andekar were corporators known for raising civic issues.Chavan said that although Sonali and Laxmi were in jail during the campaign, other family members led the outreach.”They connected with voters on the ground, and people responded positively by electing both the candidates,” he said.Pradnya Andekar, a relative of the newly elected corporators, thanked the voters of the ward for reposing faith in the family and said they would continue to work for the betterment of residents.Gauri Lankesh murder accused wins JalnaShrikant Pangarkar secured victory from Ward 13 in the Jalna Municipal Corporation elections, defeating candidates from the BJP and several other parties. The Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena did not field a candidate in the ward.Ahead of the November 2024 assembly elections, Pangarkar had joined the Shiv Sena. However, following public outcry over his induction, Shinde kept it in abeyance.Gauri Lankesh was shot dead outside her Bengaluru residence on September 5, 2017. Her murder had triggered national headlines and sparked intense debates over liberalism, secularism, and communalism in India.Pangarkar had earlier served as a member of the Jalna municipal council with the undivided Shiv Sena between 2001 and 2006. After being denied a ticket in 2011, he joined the right-wing Hindu Janjagruti Samiti.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. The TOI News Desk is your trusted source for staying informed and connected to the ever-evolving global landscape, ensuring that our readers are equipped with the latest developments that matter most.”Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosDonald Trump Cites India Pakistan Ceasefire While Defending Nobel Gesture But Facts Raise QuestionsIndia Acts As Iran Burns: First Batch of Citizens Return Home After Advisory Amid Violent ProtestsDevendra Fadnavis Says BJP Created History in Maharashtra Civic ElectionsDeloitte Partner Says Budget Must Fix GST Gaps, Cut Costs, Boost Domestic ManufacturingAs Iran Burns, India Flags Risk To 9,000 Indians, MEA Sets Record Straight On Chabahar Port Exit’North Indian Girls Face Curbs’: DMK MP Sparks Row; Trump Warns Iran of Brutal Action Over KillingsSC Stays FIRs Against ED, Issues Notice To Didi; Raj Thackeray’s Big Bombshell In Mumbai Civic PollsBJP-Alliance Sweeps BMC Polls, Thackeray Reunion Flops; Rahul Slams EC Over ‘Ink Mark’ RowBritish MP Bob Blackman Warns Of Hindu Killings In Bangladesh As Extremism Rises, Democracy FaltersRanchi ED Raid: Jharkhand HC Calls Police Action ‘Pre-Planned’, Orders Security Boost123Photostories9 ⁠daily habits to sharpen brain, boost focus and memory, reveals Dr Pal Manickam5 countries with the highest cost of living in the world8 local dishes that one cannot miss in the city of Ajmer7 night rituals that help one sleep deeply and wake up feeling fully rechargedKate Middleton’s bold red suit steals the show as she returns to public life in styleHow to successfully grow tulips in pots on your balconyNature’s regenerators: 5 animals that can grow back lost body parts5 daily habits that secretly kill your productivity (And how to fix them)How to make Moong Dal Chilla for breakfast5 warm Indian destinations above 25°C right now to escape the winter chill123Hot PicksMaharashtra Election ResultsBudget 2026Gold rate todayBank holiday todayBMC Election ResultsPublic holidays January 2026Bank Holidays JanuaryTop TrendingGracie HuntTravis KelceKlay ThomponTyus JonesLebron JamesMaharashtra Civic Poll WinnersStuart SkinnerJack EichelDana WhiteRafael Nadal Net Worth

NEW DELHI: Maharashtra civic election results have put the spotlight on tainted corporators, as candidates with criminal backgrounds won several seats in the corporation polls.The poll results brought attention to politicians with criminal backgrounds as some of the winners celebrated their victory from jail. From gangster’s family, jailed women, Gauri Lankesh murder accused, some winners…

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Jan 17, 2026, 11:26 IST

Jan 17, 2026, 11:26 IST

Heaters being used at the players’ practice area at the Indira Gandhi Sports Complex (Image credit: Hindol Basu/TNN) NEW DELHI: Can the Sports Authority of India (SAI) be absolved of responsibility for the embarrassing mess that unfolded at the India Open Super 750 badminton at the Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium? That question has grown louder…

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Trump expands investment portfolio: 0 million bond purchases disclosed;  million invested in Netflix, Warner Bros

Trump expands investment portfolio: $100 million bond purchases disclosed; $2 million invested in Netflix, Warner Bros

US President Donald Trump purchased around $100 million in municipal and corporate bonds between mid-November and late December, his latest financial disclosures showed. The investments included up to $2 million in Netflix and Warner Bros Discovery bonds bought shortly after the companies announced their merger.The disclosures, posted Thursday and Friday, showed that most of Trump’s…

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‘Love and War’: Sanjay Leela Bhansali ramps up production with two opulent songs for upcoming movie – Report

‘Love and War’: Sanjay Leela Bhansali ramps up production with two opulent songs for upcoming movie – Report

Sanjay Leela Bhansali is set to make an impressive comeback on the screen with the movie ‘Love and War.’ There is great excitement among fans regarding the updates on the ambitious film featuring the stunning combination of Ranbir Kapoor and Alia Bhatt, alongside Vicky Kaushal. The latest updates disclose interesting developments regarding two crucial song…

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Thyroid Disease Symptoms: Thyroid trouble starts before labs say anything’s wrong: Doctors share early symptoms |

Thyroid Disease Symptoms: Thyroid trouble starts before labs say anything’s wrong: Doctors share early symptoms |

Life has changed fast, but our bodies haven’t caught up. We’re more stressed than ever, running on less sleep, eating food that looks convenient but barely resembles what our grandparents ate. Hormones don’t like chaos. And the thyroid, a tiny butterfly-shaped gland in your neck, really doesn’t like it.And for women especially, hormones are already…

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