Kolkata Warehouse Fire Was Not An Accident But Result Of Corruption: HM Shah- AGK News Stand

Kolkata warehouse fire was not an accident but result of corruption: HM Shah

Uorfi Javed reacts to claims of being expelled from “Islam”, says she herself left the religion long ago

Mumbai Jan 31 (SocialNews.XYZ) Actress and social media personality Uorfi Javed has finally reacted strongly to news circulating online about her religion and identity, stating that she does not follow any religion. The clarification from…

Shiv Sena (UBT) extends best wishes to Sunetra Pawar ahead of taking oath as first woman Dy CM of Maha

New Delhi, Jan 31 (SocialNews.XYZ) Shiv Sena (UBT) on Saturday extended its best wishes to Rajya Sabha member Sunetra Pawar, who is set to take oath as the first woman Deputy Chief Minister of Maharashtra….

Farmers look to Budget 2026-27 for relief and guarantees

New Delhi, Jan 31 (SocialNews.XYZ) When Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman rises to present her ninth consecutive budget on Sunday, February 1, farmers across India look ahead for a mix of assurances that range from subsidies,…

Siddhant Chaturvedi reflects on life from quitting CA to working with Sanjay Leela Bhansali

Mumbai Jan 31 (SocialNews.XYZ) Bollywood actor Siddhant Chaturvedi, on Saturday shared a deeply personal note tracing his journey from his CA days to finally working under Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s banner. The actor has called it…

India dispatches 10 more Bailey Bridges to Sri Lanka

Colombo/Visakhapatnam, Jan 31 (SocialNews.XYZ) India on Saturday dispatched to Colombo a consignment of 10 Bailey Bridges to assist restoration of critical connectivity in parts of the country severely affected by Cyclone Ditwah. “India continues to…

Bhushan Kumar breaks down the step-by-step casting process for ‘Border 2’

Mumbai, Jan 31 (SocialNews.XYZ) Filmmaker Bhushan Kumar, who has backed the recent blockbuster “Border 2,” broke down the step-by-step casting process for the war drama during an exclusive conversation with IANS. He spilled the beans…

Baloch fighters launch massive attack on Pak forces across Balochistan

Quetta, Jan 31 (SocialNews.XYZ) As Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) announced the start of the second phase of ‘Operation Herof’ across Balochistan on Saturday, armed clashes, explosions and attacks targetting Pakistani military installations emerged from multiple…

Sahil Anand calls working with a cow in ‘Godaan’ one of his most challenging experiences

Mumbai, Jan 31 (SocialNews.XYZ) Actor Sahil Anand called working with a cow in his forthcoming drama “Godaan” as one of the most challenging phases of his career. He admitted that shooting with a baby cow…

Uorfi Javed ‘expelled’ from Islam, given Hindu name Geeta Bhardwaj, claims influencer Faizan Ansari

Mumbai, Jan 31 (SocialNews.XYZ) Social media influencer Faizan Ansari has once again stirred controversy after claiming that actress and fashion influencer Uorfi Javed has been “expelled” from Islam and will now be called as Geeta…

Full disclosure of all pending cases, risks in NSE IPO must for investors’ safety: Legal expert

New Delhi, Jan 31 (SocialNews.XYZ) As the National Stock Exchange (NSE) gets ready to file its long-awaited initial public offering (IPO) draft papers in the next 3-4 months, a leading legal expert on Saturday said…

Would reflect inclusive vision: Ruling parties optimistic about Union Budget 2026–27, Oppn cautious

New Delhi, Jan 31 (SocialNews.XYZ) As Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman is set to present the Union Budget 2026–27 on Sunday, leaders from ruling parties expressed optimism and enthusiasm on Saturday, stating that the budget would…

After Shah Rukh Khan, wife Gauri Khan calls Rani Mukerji brilliant in Mardaani 3

Mumbai Jan 31 (SocialNews.XYZ) After Shah Rukh Khan, his producer and interior designer wife Gauri Khan has also come out praising Bollywood star Rani Mukerji for her powerful performance in her recently released Mardaani 3….

Sunetra Pawar unanimously elected as NCP Legislature Party leader; will take oath as first woman Dy CM of Maha today

Mumbai, Jan 31 (SocialNews.XYZ) Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister late Ajit Pawar’s wife and Rajya Sabha member Sunetra Pawar was unanimously elected on Saturday as the NCP Legislature Party leader. Her name was proposed by party…

Industrialist’s death during IT raid: Probe to first focus on suicide angle, says K’taka HM

Bengaluru, Jan 31 (SocialNews.XYZ) Karnataka Home Minister G. Parameshwara stated on Saturday that the state police investigating the death of known industrialist, Confident Group Founder and Chairman C.J. Roy during the raid by the Income…

NSE IPO will be OFS, draft papers to be prepared in 3-4 months: CEO

New Delhi, Jan 31 (SocialNews.XYZ) National Stock Exchange (NSE) Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer Ashish Chauhan said on Saturday that it will take around three to four months to prepare the draft Red Herring…

Kiccha Sudeep promises to keep working harder as he completes 3 decades in the industry

Mumbai, Jan 31 (SocialNews.XYZ) Sandalwood star Kiccha Sudeep promised to keep working harder as he completed 3 decades in the industry. Expressing his gratitude, he thanked his fans, director, writers, producers, and also the members…

Borders on high-alert as Bangladesh braces for election-day violence

New Delhi, Jan 31 (SocialNews.XYZ) The Indian Intelligence agencies have warned of severe violence in Bangladesh on February 12 when the parliamentary elections and national referendum would be held simultaneously. The ISI-backed Jamaat-e-Islami will watch…

Kolkata warehouse fire was not an accident but result of corruption: HM Shah

Kolkata, Jan 31 (SocialNews.XYZ) The devastating fire at the factory-cum-warehouse of Wow Momo at Anandapur on the Southern outskirts of Kolkata earlier this week that killed 25 people, was not a simple accident but a…

Budget 2026 to focus on defence, capex, infrastructure, fiscal discipline

New Delhi, Jan 31 (SocialNews.XYZ) As Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman gears up to table the Union Budget 2026-27 in Parliament on February 1, economists say the emphasis this year will be on defence, infrastructure, capex,…

EAM Jaishankar holds talks with Oman FM on trade, critical minerals and regional issues

New Delhi, Jan 31 (SocialNews.XYZ) External Affairs Minister (EAM) S. Jaishankar on Saturday met Oman’s Foreign Minister Badr Albusaidi in New Delhi, where both sides discussed key issues including trade, critical minerals and regional developments,…

His legacy will live on: Capt. Sunil Choudhary’s parents express pride over renaming of Kathua railway station after martyred son

Jammu, Jan 31 (SocialNews.XYZ) The Jammu and Kashmir government has accorded sanction for renaming of Kathua Railway Station in honour of Kirti Chakra awardee and martyr Captain Sunil Kumar Choudhary, recognising his supreme sacrifice for…

Alia Bhatt captures all the chaos behind achieving her latest high-glam avatar

Mumbai, Jan 31 (SocialNews.XYZ) Actress Alia Bhatt treated her Insta Fam with a fun insight into all the chaos that went behind creating the high-glam look for one of her latest photoshoots. Admitting that she…

LDF’s record third-term bid in Kerala faces challenges from UDF and rising BJP

New Delhi, Jan 31 (SocialNews.XYZ) Kerala remains the last major bastion of the communist party, with the Left Democratic Front seeking a third consecutive victory in the forthcoming Assembly election in April-May this year and…

February 12 was the date: Jayant Patil reveals Ajit Pawar’s ‘final wish’ to merge NCP factions

Mumbai, Jan 31 (SocialNews.XYZ) In a series of significant revelations following the tragic death of Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar in a plane crash, senior NCP(SP) leader Jayant Patil on Saturday claimed that the…

Delhi-NCR witnesses three stabbings in one day

New Delhi, Jan 31 (SocialNews.XYZ) Delhi-NCR witnessed three stabbing incidents on Saturday, including a double murder in Uttar Pradesh’s Khora area and the killing of a 25-year-old man in Shastri Park, North East Delhi, raising…

Shilpa Shirodkar remembers her late father: ‘I know you’re watching over me from heaven’

Mumbai, Jan 31 (SocialNews.XYZ) Actress Shilpa Shirodkar remembered her father Nitin Shirodkar on his death anniversary. The ‘Bigg Boss 18’ contestant took to her official Instagram handle and shared a throwback picture with her late…

Vijay Varma shows how he concluded ‘Gustaakh Ishq’ shoot

Mumbai, Jan 31 (SocialNews.XYZ) Actor Vijay Varma gave fans a fun peek into how he wrapped up the shoot of his project ‘Gustaakh Ishq’. The actor shared a cheerful video from the sets, capturing a…

Minorities have high hopes from Budget; govt’s efforts appreciated: Bishop Victor

Ajmer, Jan 31 (SocialNews.XYZ) Bishop of the Diocese of Rajasthan, Church of North India (CNI), Raimson Victor, on Saturday said that minority communities have high expectations from the upcoming Union Budget and appreciated the Central…

Central govt employees keen on cues for faster implementation of 8th Pay Commission

New Delhi, Jan 31 (SocialNews.XYZ) Over 1.1 crore central government employees and pensioners look for cues from Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman’s Union Budget 2026-27 speech on Sunday, for any sign of an accelerated rollout of…

Karan Patel: There’s a constant fear of being replaced

New Delhi, Jan 31 (SocialNews.XYZ) Popular television actor Karan Patel has opened up about the pressures of staying relevant in the fast-paced world of Indian television. Asked if, in hindsight, he feels the industry allows…

Rani Mukerji joins hands with Delhi Police to raise awareness for girls, women safety

Mumbai, Jan 31 (SocialNews.XYZ) Actress Rani Mukerji has joined hands with Delhi Police to raise awareness on how to protect girls and women in the national capital. She says a society is judged by how…

Kubbra Sait reflects on one year of Deva: ‘This film broke me & built me’

Mumbai, Jan 31 (SocialNews.XYZ) It has been 1 year since Shahid Kapoor’s cop drama, “Deva”, reached the audience, and commemorating the milestone, actress Kubbra Sait decided to reflect on the project that ended up challenging…

ISI floods Punjab with arms to fuel extortion, fund Khalistan revival

New Delhi, Jan 31 (SocialNews.XYZ) Punjab is witnessing a new pattern whereby arms and ammunition have been coming into the state in large numbers. The ISI has been focusing heavily on Punjab in recent months…

BJP, JD(U) welcome Bihar govt’s decision seeking CBI probe into NEET aspirant’s death in Patna

New Delhi, Jan 31 (SocialNews.XYZ) As the Bihar government sought a Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) probe into the death of a NEET aspirant at a women’s hostel in Patna, aiming to ensure a transparent…

Kareena Kapoor wishes her bestie ‘Amolas’: You are sunshine in the rain

Mumbai, Jan 31 (SocialNews.XYZ) Bollywood actress Kareena Kapoor Khan on Saturday wished her best friend Amrita Arora, whom she lovingly calls “Amolas”, on her 45th birthday. She took to Instagram, where she uploaded a reel…

US govt enters partial shutdown as Congress misses 2026 Budget deadline

Washington, Jan 31 (SocialNews.XYZ) The United States government went into a partial shutdown on Saturday after Congress failed to approve the 2026 federal budget before the midnight deadline, resulting in a temporary lapse in federal…

Rachel McAdams didn’t expect hate for her ‘Mean Girls’ role

Los Angeles, Jan 31 (SocialNews.XYZ) Hollywood actress Rachel McAdams did not anticipate the hate for her role of Regina George in ‘Mean Girls’. The actress has shared that she “didn’t know how hated she would…

Sharvari shares glimpse of her ‘double shift survival pack’

Mumbai, Jan 31 (SocialNews.XYZ) Hustling through long work hours, Bollywood actress Sharvari shared a glimpse of her “double-shift survival pack”, hinting at the hard work powering her busy day. Sharvari took to her Instagram stories,…

Delighted that Patna Bird Sanctuary, Chhari-Dhand are Ramsar Sites: PM Modi

New Delhi, Jan 31 (SocialNews.XYZ) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday expressed his delight over the inclusion of Patna Bird Sanctuary in Etah, Uttar Pradesh, and Chhari-Dhand in Kutch, Gujarat in the prestigious Ramsar sites…

Anil Kapoor’s birthday wish for Preity Zinta: ‘Your energy makes everything feel lighter’

Mumbai, Jan 31 (SocialNews.XYZ) Actor Anil Kapoor used social media to pen a sweet birthday wish for his ‘Armaan’ co-star Preity Zinta. Posting a couple of pictures from the 2003 release on his Insta Stories,…