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Rahul Gandhi asserted on Sunday that the party's leaders from Kerala «stand as one» and are «united» by the light of purpose ahead. His assertion came after the Congress top brass met leaders from Kerala at the Indira Bhawan here for a brainstorming session on Friday to discuss the strategy and way forward ahead of next year's Assembly polls. Posting a picture from the Kerala leaders' interaction with the media after the meeting, Gandhi said on Facebook: «They stand as one, united by the light of purpose ahead.» His post was accompanied by the hashtag, «Team Kerala». The nearly-three-hour meeting at the Congress's Indira Bhawan headquarters here on Friday had discipline, unity and the strengthening of the state organisation as its running theme.

Amartya Sen said his friend Muhammad Yunus, chief adviser of the neighbouring country's interim government, is taking significant steps but has a long road ahead to resolve the impasse. Sen said the situation in Bangladesh had deeply affected him and he was concerned about how the country would navigate the challenges. In an exclusive interview with PTI at his Santiniketan home in West Bengal's Birbhum district, Sen emphasised that Bangladesh, which has largely kept communal forces like Jamaat in check, should continue its admirable commitment to secularism. «The situation in Bangladesh affects me deeply because I have a strong Bengali sense of identity,» Sen told PTI.

Tanuj Mahashabde, widely recognized for his role as Krishnan Subramaniam Iyer in Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah, recently opened up about his personal and professional life in an interview. Known for portraying a Chennai-based scientist and the husband of Babita (played by Munmun Dutta), his character also serves as the treasurer of Gokuldham Society. During the interview with the Times of India, Tanuj humorously addressed his single status, joking that he is the «real-life Popatlal,» a nod to a character in the show who struggles to find a life partner. He playfully remarked that while his on-screen character has a beautiful wife, in real life, he remains unmarried. When asked whether his busy schedule keeps him from pursuing a relationship, he admitted he wasn't sure about the reason.

All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM) chief Asaduddin Owaisi on Saturday cited the works of American historian Richard M Eaton to claim that only 80 temples were destroyed during the «Muslim rule» in medieval India, while thousands of places of worship were demolished under several Hindu emperors. «They say everywhere in media that temples were demolished 400 years ago. Richard M Eaton (American historian) writes in his book 'Temple Desecration and Muslim States in Medieval India' that 80 temples were destroyed from the 11th century until 1600 — during Muslim rule,» Owaisi said while addressing a gathering at the 67th revival anniversary of AIMIM. He stated that Pushyamitra Shunga, who was the founder of the Shunga empire, demolished thousands of places of worship that belonged to Buddhists.

Prem Chand Agarwal sparked controversy with remarks about 'Pahadi' (hill people) during the assembly session on February 21. The Assembly Speaker, Ritu Khanduri, intervened, asking members to refrain from making such comments. However, the opposition Congress raised a huge uproar, leading to protests across the state. Agarwal was summoned by the state BJP president Mahendra Bhatt, who advised him to be more restrained in his public statements.

The spectacle didn’t just make waves at the event—it also set social media abuzz. Zuckerberg shared a video of the moment on Instagram, prompting a flurry of reactions from netizens. Among those who took notice was Lauren Sánchez, the fiancée of Amazon founder Jeff Bezos. Her comment on Zuckerberg’s post sparked additional intrigue, particularly given past internet speculation about a supposed connection between the Meta CEO and Sánchez. The rumors stemmed from a widely circulated clip where online users claimed that Zuckerberg had been caught glancing at Sánchez during Donald Trump’s inauguration ceremony. The viral video of the birthday celebration begins with Zuckerberg making a grand entrance in a classic black suit. Within seconds, he enlists the help of two individuals who assist him in dramatically tearing off the suit, revealing a sparkling blue jumpsuit underneath. He then serenades Priscilla Chan, making the moment even more memorable.

Donald Trump will sign an executive order that would for the first time make English the official language of the US, Washington Post reported citing White House officials. However, at what time Trump would sign the order is yet to be revealed. The United States has never had an official language at the federal level but the issue has been problematic for certain states. Hundreds of languages are spoken in the U.S., the byproduct of the country’s long history of taking in immigrants from around the world. ALSO READ: 'I can't believe I said that': Donald Trump health fears reignited after his remarks on Zelenskyy

Prashant Kishor has urged Bihar voters to completely reject Chief Minister Nitish Kumar’s party, JD(U), in the upcoming assembly elections. Speaking in Patna, he accused Kumar of holding onto power through constant political realignments, labelling him «physically tired and mentally retired.»

President Donald Trump's pick to lead the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau on Thursday withstood grilling from Democrat senators who repeatedly asked him to confirm that he would uphold his legal obligations to run the agency.

Prayagraj: The Uttar Pradesh government has announced a special Rs 10,000 bonus and the 'Maha Kumbh Seva Medal' for 75,000 police personnel who served during the «historic gathering», Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath said on Thursday. The personnel will also receive a one-week phased leave as a token of appreciation for their efforts in managing the grand religious event, he said.

United States President Donald Trump on Wednesday gave a series of apparently contradictory answers about his plans to enact tariffs on Canada and Mexico, as well as the European Union.

Mamata Banerjee on Thursday set an ambitious goal of winning more than 215 of the total 294 seats in the state assembly in the 2026 polls, emphasising that the TMC would work to significantly reduce the BJP's tally and secure a fourth consecutive term in power. Setting the tone for the electoral battle, Banerjee reiterated the need to surpass the 213 seats won by her party in 2021.

Hyderabad’s real estate landscape is witnessing a remarkable surge, fuelled by the rapid expansion of IT hubs and the influx of global corporations establishing their presence in the city. While developments are underway in all around the city, the southern part of Hyderabad is gaining unparalleled attention due to its vast growth potential, particularly with the rise of India’s largest Aero city, sprawling over 1,500 acres.

Robert Kiyosaki has once again voiced his bullish stance on silver, calling it the best investment opportunity at the moment in his recent post on social media platform X, suggesting that while gold may surge past $3,000, silver is the asset to watch for explosive gains. “When gold goes through $3,000 a new all time high…my sources say SILVER will take off. Silver is the best investment at the best price. Silver is still about 50% below its all time high,” said Kiyosaki in his post.

United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) on Thursday, labelling it a «failed state» that «thrives on instability and survives on international handouts.» Indian diplomat Kshitij Tyagi delivered a sharp rebuttal, accusing Pakistan of spreading falsehoods and misusing international platforms to push an anti-India narrative.