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President Droupadi Murmu presented 66 Padma awards at Rashtrapati Bhavan. Violinist N Rajam received Padma Vibhushan. Actor Dharmendra was honored posthumously with Padma Vibhushan. Actor Prosenjit Chatterjee received Padma Shri. The ceremony recognized distinguished service in various fields. A total of 131 Padma awards were approved for 2026.

Veteran BJP leader and former Uttarakhand Chief Minister Major General (retd) Bhuwan chandra Khanduri passed away at 91. A distinguished soldier with service in three wars, Khanduri later served as a Union Minister, spearheading infrastructure development, and as Uttarakhand's Chief Minister, championing anti-corruption measures. His demise marks a significant loss for the party and the state.

Madhuri Dixit reflected on her profound collaboration with the late choreographer Saroj Khan, who was instrumental in her Bollywood dance journey. Khan taught Madhuri to adapt her classical training for the camera, emphasizing precision and camera awareness. They also made a pact to never repeat dance steps, ensuring each song felt fresh and unique.

India is no stranger to austerity measures. Every time the country needs to tighten its belt, leaders seize the opportunity to present themselves as making sacrifices and sharing in the hardships of ordinary citizens

In the vibrant tapestry of Mithila, the festive spirit of Madhu Shrawani once echoed the joys of community and nature. However, as modernization sweeps through the region and migration pulls families apart, these treasured rituals are quietly disappearing. Today, young individuals find themselves increasingly distanced from these ancestral customs.

Spouses & families of men killed in the April 22, 2025 terror attack recount loss, resilience, anger, and the long struggle to move forward

Kolkata's Victoria Memorial Hall will host a special exhibition on April 8, 2026, celebrating 150 years of Vande Mataram and the 132nd death anniversary of its composer, Rishi Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyay. The event, inaugurated by Governor R. N. Ravi, will showcase rare memorabilia, including Chattopadhyay's writing desk, highlighting his intellectual influence and the song's role in India's freedom struggle.

A severe commercial LPG crisis is forcing small tiffin stalls and restaurants in Bhubaneswar and Cuttack to shut down, leaving families and employees jobless. Rising costs and unavailability of cylinders, coupled with insufficient government relief, are pushing businesses to the brink. Even alternative fuels like coal and firewood have become significantly more expensive.

After a long break, n chandra is ready with his new script, says he will spend `5 crore in finding two new faces and grooming them for his film