American rapper and singer Travis Scott is set to bring his high-energy and visually stunning live performances to India for the first time ever as part of his Circus Maximus World Tour. The global rap icon, known for hits such as "Sicko Mode" and "Highest in the Room," will showcase his extensive repertoire and stage production at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Delhi on October 18. This highly-anticipated concert marks a significant moment in India's evolving live music scene, which has seen the likes of Ed Sheeran, Coldplay, and Guns N' Roses perform recently.
Get ready to rage, India! The multi-award-winning rapper-singer Travis Scott is all set to take over Delhi's Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium on October 18 for his first-ever concert in the country as part of his Circus Maximus World Tour. With his exciting announcement on Instagram, the internet is buzzing with anticipation. Known for his trippy beats and exhilarating stage productions, Scott is sure to bring the heat with his chart-topping hits and latest album, Utopia. And with other global music giants like Guns N' Roses also set to perform in India, the country is definitely becoming a must-visit destination for music lovers.
The Jawaharlal Nehru Port Authority (JNPA) has signed a MoU with NMDC Group PJSC for the development of the greenfield Vadhvan Port in Maharashtra's Palghar district. The agreement will see NMDC Group investing Rs 21,000 crore towards dredging, reclamation, and shore protection for the upcoming port project. The project, spearheaded by VPPL, holds a promise to establish one of the top-10 ports globally and a port of the future with NMDC Group's investment.
In an intense southern derby of ISL 2024-25, Kerala Blasters claimed a 3-1 victory against Chennaiyin FC at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium. Blasters' Jesus Jimenez, Korou Singh Thingujam, and Kwame Peprah scored one goal each, while captain Adrian Luna provided two crucial assists. With this win, Blasters moved up to 8th place in the league standings with 24 points, while Chennaiyin remains at the 10th spot with 18 points.
As India celebrated the coming of its Constitution on 26 January 1950, there were polarizing sentiments among its citizens. While Nehru and Ambedkar led the country towards progress and democratic values, Hindu Nationalists were critical of the Constitution, citing its lack of connection to "Indian values". However, political events such as the Shah Bano case and the implementation of the Mandal Commission report gave way for Hindu nationalists to push their agenda, resulting in communal violence and discrimination against religious minorities, particularly Muslims. This has led to the spread of fear and the formation of Muslim ghettos in various cities across India.
In a bold and provocative statement, Karnataka BJP MLA Basangouda Patil Yatnal has alleged that former Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru may have orchestrated the assassination of Mahatma Gandhi. Yatnal's remarks come amid increasing tensions within the Karnataka BJP, as he continues to openly criticize party leader B Y Vijayendra. He also claimed that the party high command is well aware of Vijayendra's "misdeeds," leading to speculation about potential leadership changes in the state.
Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra has taken to social media to slam the Modi government for its economic policies. She quoted first prime minister Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru to highlight the impact of those policies on the country's citizens. She also referred to data from the RBI and the World Inequality Database to underscore the economic distress caused by the government's actions. Read on to find out more about her criticism and the reactions it has sparked.
Thrikkakara MLA Uma Thomas suffered severe injuries during a dance event at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Kochi, as reported by Mathrubhumi News. Witnesses say that she fell from the stage, and Congress Committee president Mohammed Shiyas stated that there were not enough safety measures in place. While Thomas has sustained blood clots on her head, it is confirmed that her condition is not critical.
During a dance program at the Jawaharlal Nehru International Stadium, Congress MLA Uma Thomas fell from the VIP gallery and sustained head and spinal injuries. She is currently receiving critical care treatment at a private hospital near the stadium, with a team of experts from the Health Department monitoring her condition. This unfortunate incident has also sparked discussions regarding security lapses at the stadium.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently sparked controversy by claiming that the Congress party, under the leadership of Jawahar Lal Nehru, conspired to defeat Dalit icon BR Ambedkar in the 1951-52 Lok Sabha elections. This accusation was made in defense of his political confidante, Home Minister Amit Shah, who had stated that the constant mention of Ambedkar's name has become a "fashion" in Indian politics. However, historical records show that Ambedkar lost the elections to the Congress candidate not once, but twice. How did Ambedkar's relationship with Nehru affect his political career, and was his defeat really a result of Nehru's actions?