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Foreign ministers start arriving in Delhi for 2nd India-Arab meet

New Delhi, Jan 29 (SocialNews.XYZ) Foreign Ministers of several countries have started arriving in New Delhi to attend the second India–Arab Foreign Ministers’ Meeting, slated for January 31. Comoros Foreign Minister Mbae Mohamed, State of…

Mona Singh reflects on her biggest learnings about human fragility through ‘Kohrra 2’

Mumbai, Jan 29 (SocialNews.XYZ) Actress Mona Singh says working on the series Kohrra 2 left her with a deeper understanding of human fragility, adding that the series became a personal lesson in acceptance and release….

A premature end to ‘Dada’ era: Shiv Sena(UBT) pays tribute to Ajit Pawar in Saamana

Baramati, Jan 29 (SocialNews.XYZ) Shiv Sena Uddhav Balasaheb Thackeray (UBT) on Thursday expressed deep shock over the sudden demise of Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister and NCP chief Ajit Pawar, stating that he was indeed the…

FM Sitharaman set to present Economic Survey 2026, all eyes on GDP growth estimates

New Delhi, Jan 29 (SocialNews.XYZ) The government is all set to table the Economic Survey 2026 in Parliament on Thursday — ahead of the Union Budget 2026-27 on February 1 — which will set the…

Pune Police register accidental death report in Ajit Pawar plane crash

Pune, Jan 29 (SocialNews.XYZ) The Pune Rural Police have registered an Accidental Death Report (ADR) at the Baramati Taluka Police Station in connection with the plane crash that claimed the life of Maharashtra Deputy Chief…

‘Gave his entire life to public service’: Locals express grief over Ajit Pawar’s demise

Baramati, Jan 29 (SocialNews.XYZ) As the last rites of Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister and NCP chief Ajit Pawar are set to be performed with full state honours in his political stronghold of Baramati, locals on…

Karan Patel on taking a break from daily shows: Was running on autopilot

Mumbai, Jan 29 (SocialNews.XYZ) Popular actor Karan Patel, known for his long and successful innings in daily fiction shows, has opened up about his decision to step away from the relentless grind of television schedules,…

Jennifer Lopez: Feel very confident once I’ve got my skin care going

Los Angeles, Jan 29 (SocialNews.XYZ) Singer-actress Jennifer Lopez explained why skin care is so important to her own self-confidence. Asked what she can’t step outside without, the chart-topping star told People: “Fragrance. I could say…

Jason Momoa says Dave Bautista is like family to him

Mumbai, Jan 29 (SocialNews.XYZ) Hollywood star Jason Momoa, who stars alongside actor Dave Bautista in the new buddy cop action comedy ‘The Wrecking Crew’, has called his co-star “family”. During a chat with people.com, Momoa…

As Gaza peace deal enters second phase, India commends US efforts to end conflict

United Nations, Jan 29 (SocialNews.XYZ) As the Gaza peace deal enters the second phase, India has commended the US efforts to end the conflict. Speaking at the Security Council debate on the situation in the…

Who will take the reins of NCP? Leadership crisis looms after Ajit Pawar’s death

Baramati, Jan 29 (SocialNews.XYZ) Following the untimely death of Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister and NCP chief Ajit Pawar, a debate has emerged regarding the party’s future and who will lead it. Party insiders are also…

Federal Reserve chair Powell says tariffs, not demand, driving US inflation

Washington, Jan 29 (SocialNews.XYZ) Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell said that higher US inflation is being driven mainly by tariffs on goods, not excess demand — an assessment that could shape expectations for global trade-linked…

Rubio clashes with senators over war powers, NATO

Washington, Jan 29 (SocialNews.XYZ) US Secretary of State Marco Rubio faced sharp questioning from senators over presidential war powers, NATO unity, and America’s global role, as lawmakers debated the legality and long-term consequences of US…

NCW to host ‘Shakti Samvaad’ with State Women’s Commissions in Delhi today

New Delhi, Jan 29 (SocialNews.XYZ) The National Commission for Women (NCW) is set to organise ‘Shakti Samvaad’, an interactive and capacity-building meeting with State Women’s Commissions (SWCs) at the Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi, starting…

US museum to return three Indian sculptures from Tamil Nadu

Washington, Jan 29 (SocialNews.XYZ) The Smithsonian’s National Museum of Asian Art has announced that it will return three historic South Indian bronze sculptures to India after provenance research established that the works had been illegally…

Ankita Lokhande admits returning to Laughter Chefs feels like ‘home-coming’

Mumbai, Jan 29 (SocialNews.XYZ) A popular name in the television industry, Ankita Lokhande, admitted that returning to the cooking reality show “Laughter Chefs” with husband Vicky Jain feels like ‘home-coming’ to her. An excited Ankita…

Piyush Goyal hits out at Cong, calls India-EU trade deal ‘win-win agreement’

New Delhi, Jan 29 (SocialNews.XYZ) Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal has strongly countered the Congress’ criticism of the India-European Union free trade agreement, asserting that the deal is not a zero-sum pact but a…

Adnan Sami calls wife Roya his ‘calm in every storm’

Mumbai, Jan 29 (SocialNews.XYZ) Popular playback singer Adnan Sami penned a lovely anniversary wish for his better half, Roya Sami Khan, as the two completed 16 years of marital bliss on Thursday. Marking the occasion, he…

SC to hear petitions challenging UGC’s new regulations today

New Delhi, Jan 29 (SocialNews.XYZ) The Supreme Court will hear on Thursday a batch of petitions challenging the University Grants Commission (Promotion of Equity in Higher Education Institutions) Regulations, 2026. As per the cause list…

India-EU trade pact triggers alarm bells in Washington

Washington, Jan 29 (SocialNews.XYZ) Washington reacted with unease after India and the European Union sealed a landmark free trade agreement, with influential lawmakers, top administration officials, and policy experts warning that America risks being sidelined….

US Senators clash over DHS funding as Republican warn of govt shutdown

Washington, Jan 29 (SocialNews.XYZ) A bitter fight over funding for the Department of Homeland Security escalated in the US Senate, with Republicans warning of a possible government shutdown and Democrats demanding changes to rein in…

Necessary to prevent economic collapse in Venezuela: Rubio defends US control of oil revenues

Washington, Jan 29 (SocialNews.XYZ) US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has defended Washington’s oversight of Venezuelan oil revenues, telling senators that the arrangement was necessary to prevent economic collapse while the country transitions away from…

US Federal Reserve links weak jobs to immigration slowdown

Washington, Jan 29 (SocialNews.XYZ) US Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell said that job growth has slowed in part because of a sharp decline in labour supply driven by lower immigration. Powell on Wednesday (local time)…

Maha Dy CM Ajit Pawar’s last rites to be performed today in Baramati

Baramati, Jan 29 (SocialNews.XYZ) The last rites of Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister and NCP chief Ajit Pawar will be held on Thursday in his political stronghold, Baramati, with full state honours, following his tragic death…

Trump touts tech boom, market highs as firms back new accounts

Washington, Jan 29 (SocialNews.XYZ) US President Donald Trump has claimed a surge in investment, record stock market gains, and strong backing from major technology, finance, and consumer companies, as he argued the United States is…

Rubio says Venezuela was China’s oil base in US backyard

Washington, Jan 29 (SocialNews.XYZ) US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has told lawmakers that Venezuela under Nicolas Maduro had become a strategic base for China, Russia, and Iran in the Western Hemisphere, warning that Beijing…

US Federal Reserve holds rates; Powell cites tariff pressures

Washington, Jan 29 (SocialNews.XYZ) The Federal Reserve held interest rates steady. Chair Jerome Powell said inflation is still “somewhat elevated,” with tariffs pushing up goods prices. The Federal Open Market Committee “decided to leave our…

Ishita Dutta, Vatsal Seth shares their ‘secret’ behind managing two little kids

Mumbai, Jan 29 (SocialNews.XYZ) Actress Ishita Dutta, on Wednesday took to her social media account to share the secret behind managing two toddlers. The actress shared a picture featuring herself along with her husband Vatsal…

Telangana municipal polls: 902 nominations filed on first day

Hyderabad, Jan 29 (SocialNews.XYZ) A total of 902 nominations were filed on Wednesday, the first day for next month’s municipal elections in Telangana. According to State Election Commission (SEC), 890 candidates, including 55 independents, filed…

Bruce Springsteen’s ICE protest song ‘Streets of Minneapolis’ targets ‘Trump’s private army’

Los Angeles, Jan 29 (SocialNews.XYZ) Legendary singer-songwriter Bruce Springsteen is back with new music. The Boss has released a freshly written song, ‘Streets of Minneapolis’ in response to what he called “the state terror being…

Opposition’s uproar in Parliament sparks outrage; BJP chief Nitin Nabin demands apology

New Delhi, Jan 28 (SocialNews.XYZ) Newly elected Bharatiya Janata Party national president Nitin Nabin strongly condemned the opposition’s behaviour during President Droupadi Murmu’s address to the joint sitting of Parliament on the opening day of…

‘Tumbbad’ director Rahi Anil Barve speaks up on the issue of credit stealing in the industry

Mumbai, Jan 28 (SocialNews.XYZ) Director Rahi Anil Barve, who is gearing up for the release of his upcoming film ‘Mayasabha’, has spoken up on the issue of stealing credits in the industry. The director recently…

Death toll in fire at Kolkata warehouses reaches 21, several still missing (Lead)

Kolkata, Jan 28 (SocialNews.XYZ) The death toll in the fire that broke out in two warehouses in Anandapur, on the southern outskirts of Kolkata, has reached 21, said the police on Wednesday. At the same…

Karisma Kapoor dances on Mirchi Lagi Toh Main Kya Karoon with Chef Kunal Kapur, recreates 90s magic

Mumbai Jan 28 (SocialNews.XYZ) Bollywood star Karisma Kapoor recreated her popular dance moment on her 90s iconic song “Mirchi Lagi Toh” alongside Chef Kunal Kapur on the cooking reality show MasterChef India. In the promo…

Subhash Ghai lauds PM Narendra Modi for ‘talking through eyes more than words’

Mumbai Jan 28 (SocialNews.XYZ) Veteran filmmaker Subhash Ghai recently shared his excitement upon meeting Honourable Prime Minister Narendra Modi after during the Republic Day celebrations at Rashtrapati Bhavan. Expressing his admiration for the Prime Minister,…