Tamil Nadu govt swaps rupee symbol with Tamil letter in budget logo amid language row

The Tamil Nadu government recently made a notable change to the logo for the state budget, replacing the traditional rupee symbol with the Tamil letter ‘அ’ (the first letter of the Tamil alphabet). This move comes amidst a broader conversation about promoting Tamil language and culture, particularly in the context of ongoing debates over the…

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Andaman & Nicobar Islands witness first-ever robotic-assisted surgery at G.B. Pant Hospital

The first-ever robotic-assisted surgery was performed in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, which was a medical first and a major advancement for the area’s healthcare system. During a three-day Workshop-cum-Demo hosted by Merit Endo Surgery, the historic procedure was carried out, bringing the human extension robotic arm to the Islands for the first time. In…

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Govinda told why he was always late on sets, recalls how Dilip Kumar forced him to quit 25 films: ‘Film waale mujhe maar dete’

Govinda revealed that at one point he had 49 films on the floor, and he would work 16 days in a row. He said that he was an ‘uneducated person’ who was being exploited.While many filmmakers have spoken in detail about Govinda coming late on sets, this time the actor himself opened up about his…

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Subhash Ghai reveals he has ‘stopped making films’, says people write scripts and dialogues on WhatsApp

Subhash Ghai expressed disappointment at how filmmaking has become another job for many instead of an artistic pursuit.Filmmaker Subhash Ghai, who has given some of Bollywood’s most iconic films in the 80s and 90s including Khalnayak, Pardes, Taal and Ram Lakhan, recently spoke about the dwindling passion for cinema in the Hindi film industry.He expressed…

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Stalin’s Anti-Hindi Stance Sparks Online Buzz with ‘Yappa Yappa Stalin Appa’ Trolls

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin on social media platforms over his anti-Hindi stance. The phrase “Yappa Yappa Stalin Appa” is a playful, mocking jibe that gained traction among online users. “Yappa” is an informal Tamil exclamation, often used to express frustration, while “Appa” means “father” in Tamil, adding a humorous and exaggerated tone to…

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Controversy Erupts in Rajya Sabha Over Mallikarjun Kharge’s Remarks, Followed by Clarification

During a heated debate on the National Education Policy (NEP) in the Rajya Sabha, Leader of the Opposition Mallikarjun Kharge’s remarks sparked significant controversy. BJP MPs accused Kharge of using unparliamentary language, allegedly directed at the chairperson. However, Kharge clarified that his comments were aimed at the government’s policies. The contentious remark, loosely translating to…

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Chatham Memorial: Lt. Governor Pays Homage on 1857 Freedom Fighters’ Arrival Anniversary in A & N Islands

On 10th March 2025, Admiral DK Joshi, PVSM, AVSM, YSM, NM, VSM (Retd.), Hon’ble Lieutenant Governor of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands and Vice Chairman of the Islands Development Agency, led a heartfelt tribute to the heroes of the First War of Independence. The occasion marked the anniversary of the arrival of the first batch…

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PM Modi honors devotional singer Garimella Balakrishna Prasad

The death of well-known devotional singer and composer Garimella Balakrishna Prasad has been mourned by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. “I am saddened by Garimella Balakrishna Prasad Garu’s demise. Numerous people were moved by his heartfelt performances, which preserved and honored our great musical and spiritual legacy. He will always be regarded as a talented composer…

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