VK News Today https://validator.w3.org/feed/docs/rss2.html As Intel joins SpaceX Terafab project, US chipmaker’s CEO Lip Bu-Tan praises Elon Musk: ‘This is exactly…’ New Jersey Devils head coach Sheldon Keefe faces uncertainty over his future following GM Tom Fitzgerald’s departure | NHL News . SRINAGAR: Holding two shrines and their attached properties in Kishtwar district to be waqf, the Jammu and Kashmir high court has ruled, in a case dating back nearly five decades, that petitioners claiming to be hereditary custodians of the mausoleums have no ownership rights. Property titles must be decided on evidence, not based on public history, the court said.“It is clear that it is only in the matters of public history that the court can rely upon appropriate books or documents of reference. Whether a person is or is not holding a title to a particular property cannot be a question of fact of public history,” a single bench of Justice Sanjay Dhar observed in its judgment last week. The petitioners had relied on history books and records in support of their claim.The case, which the court called having a “long-chequered history”, dated back to 1979, when the petitioners approached HC claiming to be ‘Sajjada Nasheens’ or hereditary caretakers of the shrines of Ziarat Farid-ud-Din Sahib and Ziarat Assrar-ud-Din Sahib, and asserting exclusive ownership over the shrines and the properties attached to them. They moved HC after Doda deputy commissioner in 1978 described the shrines as waqf properties.In 1998, a single bench of J&K high court dismissed the plea, and a division bench upheld it in 2003. However, the Supreme Court in 2013 set aside the division bench ruling and remanded the matter for fresh consideration to HC.In his judgment, Justice Sanjay Dhar dwelt upon the history of Kishtwar and the two shrines. Kishtwar was an independent state before its annexation by Maharaja Gulab Singh in 1821. Around 1681, its ruler Raja Kirat Singh converted to Islam.Shah Farid-ud-Din Sahib, who arrived in Kishtwar in the 17th century, and his son Shah Assrar-ud-Din Sahib, were revered saints whose mausoleums became prominent shrines, and still continue to draw a large number of devotees.The petitioners claimed hereditary rights over the shrines, stating that 20 kanals of land had been granted by Kirat Singh to his granddaughter, who was married to one of their ancestors. They argued that the properties, in which they have built houses, were private and not waqf, as no such formal dedication had been made by its owner, Raja Kirat Singh.However, Justice Dhar said: “The petitioners have not placed on record any cogent and convincing material that would rebut the presumption attached to the entries in the ‘jamabandi’ (revenue records). Therefore, it cannot be stated that the petitioners or their ancestors were the owners of the ziarat and the land attached thereto.”On the history books referred to by the petitioners to back their claims, the court said the facts relating to the properties mentioned in those books “cannot be used to prove the title of the petitioners”.The petitioners also cited a waqf official’s report of 1969 recognising the hereditary role of Sajjada Nasheens, but HC said the official had no authority to decide title.While HC upheld the inclusion of the shrines under waqf, the petitioners were allowed to continue to occupy the residential premises on the land as lessees under applicable waqf rules.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosManipur Erupts Again After Deadly Blast Kills 2 Children; Curfew Imposed, Internet Shutdown’Avoid Military Areas, Stay Indoors’: India Issues Advisory For Indians In Iran As Tensions RiseManipur Erupts Again: Curfew, Internet Shutdown As Violence Returns Over Killing Of Two ChildrenTejas Back In Air After Setbacks, But Reliability And Delays Raise Fresh Questions’Target Of Akhand Bharat’: Pakistan Senator Sounds Alarm Over Growing India-UAE Ties’At The Behest Of Mamata’: BJP MP Nishikant Dubey’s Shocking Claim On Pakistan’s Kolkata ThreatIndia Seeks US Waiver On Chabahar Amid Conflict; Iran Envoy Hints At Key Port Revival After WarBJP Calls Kharge’s ‘Snake’ Remark Dangerous, Alleges Communal ProvocationAssam Passport Row Turns Personal: Himanta Sarma Takes ‘Peda’ Jibe At Pawan Khera, Congress Responds’Pakistan Will Be Divided Into…’: Rajnath Singh’s Strong Response To Khawaja Asif’s Kolkata Threat123PhotostoriesWhy this is the only Indian dish among the 50 Best Bean Dishes in the World5 fun and unusual vacation ideas for the summer holidays in IndiaStep inside Kapil Dev’s Delhi residence that defines understated luxurySimple remedies to attract wealth based on your numberHappy birthday Jackie Chan: ‘Drunken Master’, ‘Police Story’ to ‘Rush Hour’ – The legend’s greatest hitsHeartbroken? 7 inspiring quotes on why this isn’t the end of your storyBrad Pitt, Tom Cruise and more: Hollywood stars who adore Bollywood actors, trends and movies4 non-negotiable rules for a healthy relationshipTamil Nadu’s Buckingham Canal gets Rs 45 crore makeover: Walkways, cycling tracks, Miyawaki forests planned7 career mistakes that stop smart people from growing, and how to fix them123Hot PicksLuka Doncic InjuryUpdated IPL Points TableOil PriceSilver Rate TodayLPG NewsPublic holidays April 2026Bank Holidays AprilTop TrendingRory McilroyBlake LivelyKerala pollsWest Bengal assembly electionEA FC 26 Team of the SeasonKerala ElectionStrait of HormuzIPL Points TableSchool Holidays in AprilKarnataka 2nd PUC Exam Result Date Stock market today: Which are top 10 gainers and losers on NSE & BSE on April 7? Check list Modi’s remarks on free bus travel shows PM does not care about women’s advancement: Stalin Quote of the day by Nicolaus Copernicus: “To know that we know what we know, and to know that we do not know what we do not know, that is true knowledge.” NEW DELHI: As Assam’s assembly poll campaign concluded on Tuesday, the state witnessed a high-stakes political showdown. Police reached Congress leader Pawan Khera’s residence following an FIR filed by CM Himanta Biswa Sarma’s wife, Riniki Bhuyan Sharma, over his controversial “three passports” claim.Assam police said they recovered “incriminating” material from Khera’s home but declined to provide further details. The Congress leader’s current whereabouts remain unknown, fueling speculation and political tension ahead of the elections. Watch Assam Election 2026: Double Engine Or Direction Change? CVoter Survey Predicts Big Winner Sarma escalated the rhetoric, warning that authorities would track Khera down even from the “pataal” (netherworld) to investigate alleged false documents.Assam Police at Khera’s residenceAssam police conducted a search at Congress leader Pawan Khera’s residence, but he was not present at the time, officials said. During the operation, electronic devices were seized, and some “incriminating material” was recovered, though authorities declined to disclose further details at this stage. The case has been registered at the crime branch police station in Guwahati.Police sources added that Khera’s current whereabouts remain unknown, but efforts are underway to trace him. Upon arriving at the residence, the team formally informed Delhi Police, after which a local unit joined to assist in the proceedings, PTI reported.Khera goes ‘missing’The whereabouts of Congress leader Pawan Khera remain unknown, Assam Police DCP Debojit Nath confirmed, but authorities said efforts are underway to trace him. Earlier, a police team had visited his Delhi residence to question him in connection with the case.Chief minister Himanta Biswa Sarma claimed that Khera had “run away” to Hyderabad but insisted that the Assam Police would track him down even from the “pataal” (netherworld).“‘Assam Police ko nahi jante hain.. Pataal se bhi ukhar ke le ayega’ (They don’t know the Assam Police… they will hunt him down even from the netherworld),” said Sarma.Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge said that the party was ready to face the investigation.”They have already filed an FIR against Khera. Let them probe the matter. We will face the case as it progresses,” he said.How it all startedThe political storm began when Khera publicly questioned Sarma’s family over alleged violations of law. The Congress leader claimed that documents indicated Sarma’s wife, Riniki, holds multiple active passports, raising concerns over dual citizenship and legal compliance.“Himanta Biswa Sarma’s entire politics is based on hatred against Muslims, but how does his wife hold passports from two Muslim countries? According to Indian law, you cannot hold dual citizenship, so does Rinki Bhuyan Sarma also hold an Indian passport? Is Himanta Biswa Sarma the adopted son of Amit Shah? And did the country’s Home Minister know that his adopted son’s wife holds 3 passports?” he said.He challenged the chief minister on his stance toward dual citizenship rules, questioning how Sarma’s wife could possess passports from multiple countries. Khera also demanded clarity on Sarma’s financial and property interests abroad, alleging that his family’s Dubai and US assets were concealed from official affidavits.He vowed to release further evidence, intensifying the scrutiny on the chief minister and his family ahead of the Assam assembly elections, which is set to take place on April 9.Himanta charges back with a ‘Pakistani’ linkThe Assam CM dismissed the charges as fake and claimed that the original UAE passport was uploaded on social media by a “Pakistani man”.“The original UAE passport was uploaded on social media by a Pakistani man. They (Congress) did AI Photoshop in the passport. Tipu Sultan had uploaded the original passport on social media. The Egyptian passport is also fake. You can find out through Google Reverse,” Sarma said in a press conference on Monday.Sarma pointed out technical discrepancies in the documents, suggesting they were fabricated or digitally altered. He shared a detailed presentation claiming that anyone could register a company for just $199 and alleged that Congress obtained images of passports and documents from a Pakistani social media group. He insisted that these claims are part of a politically motivated campaign by Congress ahead of the Assam assembly elections.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. 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Earlier, Article 370 restricted such leases to permanent residents of the erstwhile state, while Article 35A barred outsiders from purchasing property in J&K and Ladakh.Political parties in the region had been highlighting the issue, urging the Ladakh administration to frame a clear policy. At a recent meeting, former chief executive councillor of Ladakh Autonomous Hill Development Council (Leh) and BJP’s Tashi Gyalson told chief secretary Ashish Kundra that many land-related matters were unresolved, causing serious inconvenience to the public due to the absence of clear titles. He said in several cases, lease deeds issued by LAHDC-Leh had expired without renewal, while in others, no formal lease agreements were signed despite allotments made by the council.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosManipur Erupts Again After Deadly Blast Kills 2 Children; Curfew Imposed, Internet Shutdown’Avoid Military Areas, Stay Indoors’: India Issues Advisory For Indians In Iran As Tensions RiseManipur Erupts Again: Curfew, Internet Shutdown As Violence Returns Over Killing Of Two ChildrenTejas Back In Air After Setbacks, But Reliability And Delays Raise Fresh Questions’Target Of Akhand Bharat’: Pakistan Senator Sounds Alarm Over Growing India-UAE Ties’At The Behest Of Mamata’: BJP MP Nishikant Dubey’s Shocking Claim On Pakistan’s Kolkata ThreatIndia Seeks US Waiver On Chabahar Amid Conflict; Iran Envoy Hints At Key Port Revival After WarBJP Calls Kharge’s ‘Snake’ Remark Dangerous, Alleges Communal ProvocationAssam Passport Row Turns Personal: Himanta Sarma Takes ‘Peda’ Jibe At Pawan Khera, Congress Responds’Pakistan Will Be Divided Into…’: Rajnath Singh’s Strong Response To Khawaja Asif’s Kolkata Threat123PhotostoriesWhy this is the only Indian dish among the 50 Best Bean Dishes in the World5 fun and unusual vacation ideas for the summer holidays in IndiaStep inside Kapil Dev’s Delhi residence that defines understated luxurySimple remedies to attract wealth based on your numberHappy birthday Jackie Chan: ‘Drunken Master’, ‘Police Story’ to ‘Rush Hour’ – The legend’s greatest hitsHeartbroken? 7 inspiring quotes on why this isn’t the end of your storyBrad Pitt, Tom Cruise and more: Hollywood stars who adore Bollywood actors, trends and movies4 non-negotiable rules for a healthy relationshipTamil Nadu’s Buckingham Canal gets Rs 45 crore makeover: Walkways, cycling tracks, Miyawaki forests planned7 career mistakes that stop smart people from growing, and how to fix them123Hot PicksLuka Doncic InjuryUpdated IPL Points TableOil PriceSilver Rate TodayLPG NewsPublic holidays April 2026Bank Holidays AprilTop TrendingRory McilroyBlake LivelyKerala pollsWest Bengal assembly electionEA FC 26 Team of the SeasonKerala ElectionStrait of HormuzIPL Points TableSchool Holidays in AprilKarnataka 2nd PUC Exam Result Date ‘A literal demon’: Fans stunned as Vaibhav Sooryavanshi takes on Jasprit Bumrah Women In Credit: Share of women in credit rising boosted by digital platforms Aditya Dhar says he’s ready for National Awards for ‘Dhurandhar’ as the Ranveer Singh starrer continues historic box office run ‘Forgot Rajbanshis after polls’: Abhishek Bannerjee launches sharp attack on BJP | India News Canada Theft: Indian woman in Canada shocked after being victim of ‘distraction theft’, four gold bangles taken off wrists NEW DELHI: Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Tuesday indirectly reacted to US President Donald Trump’s warning to Iran, saying any rhetoric that contemplates the “end of civilisation” is unacceptable in the modern world.In a post on X, Rahul Gandhi said that while wars remain a tragic reality, the use of extreme language or actions that could lead to catastrophic consequences must be rejected.”Wars are tragic, yet they remain a reality. Any language or action that contemplates the end of civilisation is unacceptable in the modern world,” he wrote.He also issued a strong warning against the use of nuclear weapons, stating that such actions can never be justified under any circumstances.”The use of nuclear weapons can never be justified — under any circumstances,” Rahul Gandhi added.His remarks come amid escalating tensions between the US and Iran, after Trump warned that “a whole civilisation will die” if Tehran failed to meet a US deadline.”A whole civilization will die tonight, never to be brought back again. I don’t want that to happen, but it probably will. However, now that we have Complete and Total Regime Change, where different, smarter, and less radicalized minds prevail, maybe something revolutionarily wonderful can happen, WHO KNOWS? We will find out tonight, one of the most important moments in the long and complex history of the World. 47 years of extortion, corruption, and death, will finally end. God Bless the Great People of Iran!” Trump posted on Truth Social.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 MediaVideosManipur Erupts Again After Deadly Blast Kills 2 Children; Curfew Imposed, Internet Shutdown’Avoid Military Areas, Stay Indoors’: India Issues Advisory For Indians In Iran As Tensions RiseManipur Erupts Again: Curfew, Internet Shutdown As Violence Returns Over Killing Of Two ChildrenTejas Back In Air After Setbacks, But Reliability And Delays Raise Fresh Questions’Target Of Akhand Bharat’: Pakistan Senator Sounds Alarm Over Growing India-UAE Ties’At The Behest Of Mamata’: BJP MP Nishikant Dubey’s Shocking Claim On Pakistan’s Kolkata ThreatIndia Seeks US Waiver On Chabahar Amid Conflict; Iran Envoy Hints At Key Port Revival After WarBJP Calls Kharge’s ‘Snake’ Remark Dangerous, Alleges Communal ProvocationAssam Passport Row Turns Personal: Himanta Sarma Takes ‘Peda’ Jibe At Pawan Khera, Congress Responds’Pakistan Will Be Divided Into…’: Rajnath Singh’s Strong Response To Khawaja Asif’s Kolkata Threat123PhotostoriesWhy this is the only Indian dish among the 50 Best Bean Dishes in the World5 fun and unusual vacation ideas for the summer holidays in IndiaStep inside Kapil Dev’s Delhi residence that defines understated luxurySimple remedies to attract wealth based on your numberHappy birthday Jackie Chan: ‘Drunken Master’, ‘Police Story’ to ‘Rush Hour’ – The legend’s greatest hitsHeartbroken? 7 inspiring quotes on why this isn’t the end of your storyBrad Pitt, Tom Cruise and more: Hollywood stars who adore Bollywood actors, trends and movies4 non-negotiable rules for a healthy relationshipTamil Nadu’s Buckingham Canal gets Rs 45 crore makeover: Walkways, cycling tracks, Miyawaki forests planned7 career mistakes that stop smart people from growing, and how to fix them123Hot PicksLuka Doncic InjuryUpdated IPL Points TableOil PriceSilver Rate TodayLPG NewsPublic holidays April 2026Bank Holidays AprilTop TrendingRory McilroyBlake LivelyKerala pollsWest Bengal assembly electionEA FC 26 Team of the SeasonKerala ElectionStrait of HormuzIPL Points TableSchool Holidays in AprilKarnataka 2nd PUC Exam Result Date Updated: Apr 07, 2026, 23:11 IST Adani seeks dismissal of SEC fraud case in US, denies wrongdoing Trump administration scraps key protections for transgender students in US schools Quote of the day by Patrick Stewart: ‘If someone says ‘Give me one word of advice,’ I say ‘be fearless’…. and to believe in that uniqueness’ Apocalypse Now: Trump threatens to erase 5000-year civilisation German Indian Guru: German-Indian ‘guru’ kept children aged 7 and 11 as guards, portrayed self as spiritual teacher, arrested in Italy Two free cylinders, e‑scooters, scholarships: JP Nadda unveils BJP’s Puducherry poll promises | India News No fear: Vaibhav Sooryavanshi goes on attack, smashes Jasprit Bumrah for six first ball – Watch | Cricket News Middle East turmoil puts India’s trade, energy flows at risk: Report All about Offset’s net worth: All you need to know about the ‘ZEZE’ rapper’s overall earnings Random Musing: Donald Trump threatens to ‘end civilisation’? A brief guide to life in the Stone Age Marjorie Taylor Greene, Ro Khanna, Schumer call for 25th amendment to remove Trump: ‘Not a single bomb has…’ NEW DELHI: Telangana chief minister A Revanth Reddy fired back at Kerala counterpart Pinarayi Vijayan with a pointed letter. In his “final response” to Vijayan’s poor governance allegations, Reddy listed out fresh data highlighting Telangana’s progress.He opened his letter with a sharp criticism of the language used by the Kerala CM, calling it “language of poor taste” and a “dash comment”. He wrote, “Thank you for your letter. While I chose to conduct myself respectfully and gracefully in my criticism of your government’s performance, you have chosen to use language of poor taste. I won’t respond with a rash comment to a dash comment. I also promise, when you visit my state, I will give you every respect a host must give a guest.”Reddy dismissed Vijayan’s reliance on the NITI Aayog SDG Index 2023-24 as outdated, arguing it captured the “tail-end” of the previous BRS-BJP regime that ended in December 2023.”You continue to cite the NITI Aayog SDG Index 2023-24 as a verdict on the present Telangana. That index captures the tail-end of a decade of BRS-BJP misrule, which ended in December 2023. Our government has completed 28 months. Judge us by that record,” he wrote.He highlighted that his government achieved 10.1 per cent GSDP growth over 28 months, surpassing the national average at 6.15 per cent, with per capita income reaching Rs 3.87 lakh, making Telangana among the top performers alongside Kerala, Tamil Nadu, and Maharashtra.Reddy also questioned Vijayan’s claim that Kerala eradicated extreme poverty by late 2025, asking if the November 2025 declaration of zero extreme poverty was independently verified.He said, “You tweeted that “by late 2025, Kerala is set to become the first state to completely eradicate extreme poverty.” We are in April 2026. In your letter, you speak of 64,006 families still receiving micro-plans. I ask plainly: has extreme poverty been eradicated? Was the November 1, 2025, declaration independently verified?”On graft, Reddy challenged the alleged Sabrimala gold theft being unaccounted as he said, “I respect NITI Aayog’s corruption rankings. But if Kerala is demonstrably clean, why does the Kerala gold smuggling case with documented links to individuals connected to your Chief Minister’s office remain unresolved? Why has 4.5 kg of gold allegedly misappropriated from the Sabarimala Ayyappa temple not been accounted for?”He contrasted this with Telangana’s anti-corruption drive while rejecting Vijayan’s “bulldozer politics” charge over poor housing demolitions.Reddy further touted Telangana’s aim for a $1 trillion economy in a decade, anchored in future industries at Zahirabad, predicting Kerala’s people would soon opt for a “Nava Kerala” vision as his government implements it. He invited Vijayan to Thiruvananthapuram for a fact-based debate, signing off: “Best Regards”.The rift between the two state CMs began when Revanth Reddy, while campaigning in Kerala for the Congress-led UDF earlier this month, launched sharp attacks on Pinarayi Vijayan’s government. He also set Vijayan off by using “Nee po mone Dinesha” (Go away, kid) remark, suggesting Vijayan’s “expiry date” had passed.Vijayan hit back by accusing Telangana of poor governance and citing official data on poverty, literacy and corruption, turning the spar into a wider battle over which state model works better.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. 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NEW DELHI: Chhattisgarh chief minister Vishnu Deo Sai met Prime Minister Narendra Modi here on Tuesday to present him with a Bastar 2.0 development blueprint, aimed at transformation of the once Naxal-infested region into a hub for infrastructure expansion, innovation-led growth, start-ups and tourism. Bastar was recently declared as free from Left-wing extremism after all CPI(Maoist) leaders of standing were either eliminated or chose to surrender. The region, which had borne the brunt of Naxal violence for decades, depriving the local tribals of benefits of development and welfare schemes, is now the focus of a major development and welfare push. Presenting a forward-looking vision for Bastar’s development, Sai, during discussions with the prime minister, highlighted the region’s growth potential and outlined a transformative approach to accelerate economic progress and improve the quality of life of its people.The chief minister also invited the prime minister to visit Bastar during the monsoon season, for laying foundation stones of several projects and inaugurating key initiatives aimed at ushering in a new era of growth. The projects include the Raoghat–Jagdalpur railway line, expansion of Jagdalpur airport, a super-specialty hospital, a medical college in Dantewada, and the development of ‘education cities’ in Jagargunda and Orchha.The Bastar blueprint, Sai underlined, is built around the core strategy of “saturate, connect, facilitate, empower, and engage”. “This approach aims to ensure rapid and inclusive expansion of basic infrastructure and essential services across the region. A key focus is on integrating remote and previously isolated villages into the mainstream through a robust road network….the plan includes the construction of 228 new roads and 267 bridges,” a Chhattisgarh govt official told TOI.To boost livelihoods, the state government has outlined a focused three-year plan aimed at doubling household incomes. The objective is to raise the monthly earnings of nearly 85% of families from Rs 15,000 to Rs 30,000 by 2029, thereby improving overall economic stability in the region.In the tourism sector, key destinations such as Chitrakote and Tirathgarh Waterfalls, along with Kanger Valley National Park, are being developed with enhanced infrastructure and visitor facilities. Adventure tourism projects, including a canopy walk and a glass bridge, are also underway to attract a wider range of tourists. About the AuthorBharti JainBharti Jain is senior editor with The Times of India, New Delhi. She has been writing on security matters since 1996. Having covered the Union home ministry, security agencies, Election Commission and the ‘prime’ political beat, the Congress, for The Economic Times all these years, she moved to TOI in August 2012. Her repertoire of news stories delves into the whole gamut of issues related to terrorism and internal strife, besides probing strategic affairs in India’s neighbourhood.Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosManipur Erupts Again: Curfew, Internet Shutdown As Violence Returns Over Killing Of Two ChildrenTejas Back In Air After Setbacks, But Reliability And Delays Raise Fresh Questions’Target Of Akhand Bharat’: Pakistan Senator Sounds Alarm Over Growing India-UAE Ties’At The Behest Of Mamata’: BJP MP Nishikant Dubey’s Shocking Claim On Pakistan’s Kolkata ThreatIndia Seeks US Waiver On Chabahar Amid Conflict; Iran Envoy Hints At Key Port Revival After WarBJP Calls Kharge’s ‘Snake’ Remark Dangerous, Alleges Communal ProvocationAssam Passport Row Turns Personal: Himanta Sarma Takes ‘Peda’ Jibe At Pawan Khera, Congress Responds’Pakistan Will Be Divided Into…’: Rajnath Singh’s Strong Response To Khawaja Asif’s Kolkata ThreatAhead Of Vikram Misri’s US Visit, Sergio Gor’s High Level Meetings Set Stage For Key Strategic TalksAfter US Rescue Ops Inside Iran, Question Emerges, Could India Have Attempted Such Mission In 2019?123PhotostoriesStep inside Kapil Dev’s Delhi residence that defines understated luxurySimple remedies to attract wealth based on your numberHappy birthday Jackie Chan: ‘Drunken Master’, ‘Police Story’ to ‘Rush Hour’ – The legend’s greatest hitsHeartbroken? 7 inspiring quotes on why this isn’t the end of your storyBrad Pitt, Tom Cruise and more: Hollywood stars who adore Bollywood actors, trends and movies4 non-negotiable rules for a healthy relationshipTamil Nadu’s Buckingham Canal gets Rs 45 crore makeover: Walkways, cycling tracks, Miyawaki forests planned7 career mistakes that stop smart people from growing, and how to fix them6 Japanese ideas that quietly help calm an overthinking mind5 Times Brad Pitt made us fall in love with his characters: Benjamin Button, Lt. 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