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The Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj, from January 13 to February 26, is set to be the world's largest gathering, with cultural and tourism ministries collaborating to enhance visitor experience. With expected attendance of 40 crore, preparations include enhanced connectivity, cultural showcases, and multilingual toll-free assistance for tourists.

Survivors of the coal mine disaster on the Assam-Meghalaya border recount traumatic encounters, while relatives mourn the loss of their primary earners. An ongoing recovery operation has retrieved four bodies, but many are still missing. The perilous conditions and allure of higher daily wages compel workers to these illegal and dangerous mines.

Police are investigating a disturbing incident involving a retired IAS officer, RN Meena, who was assaulted by a bus conductor in Jaipur. The altercation began over a fare dispute when the bus did not stop at the correct destination. The conductor, Ghanshyam Sharma, has been suspended by Jaipur City Transport Services Limited, and the police have registered an FIR.

Easwar seeks bail against arrest on allegations of cyber harassment by a woman actor

Brands are leveraging the Maha Kumbh Mela at Prayagraj as a significant marketing opportunity. They aim to capture consumer interest through advertisements and product sampling amidst a massive turnout. Companies are setting up booths, hoardings, and engaging in creative promotions to boost brand visibility and test new products.

RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra faces a significant test as the rupee is poised to breach 86 due to a stronger dollar. This complicates GDP growth efforts expected to slow to 6.4% in FY25. Forex intervention has tightened liquidity, impacting interest rates and contributing to capital outflows.

Italy's Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni confirmed her government's discussions with private companies, including Elon Musk's SpaceX, regarding the telecom security system. She denied personal talks with Musk, emphasizing national interest and addressing the controversy over Musk’s political views. The potential deal worth 1.5 billion Euros has raised opposition concerns.

People flock to sweet shops and kite stalls; main transit points MGBS, JBS, Lakdi-ka-pul, Ameerpet and Uppal found choc-a-block with passengers; flowers, vegetables, decorative items in demand

Youth should make use of the many opportunities available to them today and grow in their careers, he says, urging them to follow in the footsteps of Swamy Vivekananda

A 13-member team of experts had visited the hospital to look into allegations of expired saline being administered to pregnant women and other patients

India and the U.S. had last week announced the ‘first-of-its-kind partnership on co-production’ of U.S. sonobuoys for Undersea Domain Awareness for the Indian Navy

IIT Kharagpur issued a statement and expressed their condolences and said Malik was an “academically gifted student”

The Chaiyom-Kanhirapoil road is the first to be revamped under the Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana at a cost of ₹3.5 crore

As CUMTA is set to complete meetings with government agencies this month ahead of public consultation, residents want officials to hold meetings in each locality before the plan’s final draft is submitted for government approval