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US Senate battle over ICE tactics raises immigration concerns

Amanda Seyfried says she ‘never got rid’ of her belly button ring

Los Angeles, Feb 13 (SocialNews.XYZ) Hollywood star Amanda Seyfried spoke about her own sense of style and even voiced her support for her “Housemaid” co-star Sydney Sweeney saying that she has always been tapped into…

Bengal SIR: ECI to set watertight guidelines for scrutiny of voters’ documents at meet today

Kolkata, Feb 13 (SocialNews.XYZ) The full bench of the Election Commission of India (ECI) will hold a crucial virtual meeting with all the top electoral officers in West Bengal, as well as the district magistrates…

‘Ritu Tawde’s election as Mumbai Mayor conspiracy against Marathi identity’: Shiv Sena(UBT) in Saamana

Mumbai, Feb 13 (SocialNews.XYZ) Two days after the unopposed election of BJP corporator Ritu Tawde as the Mumbai Mayor, Shiv Sena Uddhav Balasaheb Thackeray (UBT) on Friday characterised the new administration as a “dark day”…

Big B on growing up with less, calls excess ‘an unbalanced balance’

Mumbai, Feb 13 (SocialNews.XYZ) Megastar Amitabh Bachchan has shared a contemplative note on the idea of excess and the lingering imprint of one’s early years, saying that the joy of limited means can never truly…

US Ambassador to Bangladesh congratulates BNP, Tarique Rahman on landmark election win

Dhaka, Feb 13 (SocialNews.XYZ) US Ambassador to Bangladesh Brent T. Christensen on Friday congratulated the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) and its chairperson, Tarique Rahman, on their landmark victory. He noted that the US looks forward…

‘Look forward to working with you’: PM Modi congratulates Tarique Rahman on BNP’s win in Bangladesh elections

New Delhi, Feb 13 (SocialNews.XYZ) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday extended warm congratulations to Tarique Rahman for leading his party, the BNP, to a decisive victory in Bangladesh’s parliamentary elections. Taking to the social…

Manushi Chhillar: I’m actually heavier than I’ve ever been, but I’m also stronger

Mumbai, Feb 13 (SocialNews.XYZ) Former beauty queen and actress Manushi Chhillar says she no longer sees the weighing scale as a marker of fitness, adding that she is currently heavier than ever before but also…

BNP secures clear majority in Bangladesh polls; Tarique Rahman set to become next PM

Dhaka, Feb 13 (SocialNews.XYZ) The Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) and its alliance have claimed a decisive victory in the 13th parliamentary elections, local media reported on Friday, citing unofficial results. The announced results showed that…

Hrithik Roshan pens reflective note inspired by Wendell Berry: ‘Finally I am free’

Mumbai, Feb 13 (SocialNews.XYZ) Bollywood superstar Hrithik Roshan wrote a profound reflective note, drawing inspiration from American poet and environmentalist Wendell Berry, and spoke about change, freedom and self-realisation. The actor took to X, formerly…

‘Fully protects farmers’ interests’: Piyush Goyal on India-US trade deal, calls Rahul Gandhi ‘a habitual liar’

New Delhi, Feb 13 (SocialNews.XYZ) Union Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal criticised Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi over his claims about the India-US trade agreement, labelling them as ‘baseless’ and describing him as a…

Manasi Joshi Roy has contrarian view’ to Valentine’s Day, says husband Rohit Roy is a bigger romantic

Mumbai, Feb 13 (SocialNews.XYZ) Actress Manasi Joshi Roy, who plays Lakshmi’s character in the television show ‘Lakshmi Niwas’, has shared that she has a ‘contrarian view’ to Valentine’s Day. The actress also said that her…

‘Celebrating medium that is trusted voice for people’: PM Modi on World Radio Day

New Delhi, Feb 13 (SocialNews.XYZ) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday highlighted the enduring relevance and transformative power of radio on the occasion of World Radio Day, describing it as a “trusted voice” that connects…

Mira Kapoor calls Shahid Kapoor ‘destiny’s child’: It’s time to shine

Mumbai, Feb 13 (SocialNews.XYZ) Bollywood star Shahid Kapoor’s wife Mira Kapoor has penned an emotional note for her husband, whom she lovingly tagged as “destiny’s child” and cheering him on as his film “O’ Romeo”…

US Senate showdown over crypto rules, SEC power

Washington, Feb 13 (SocialNews.XYZ) A fierce debate over the future of US crypto regulation unfolded on Capitol Hill as senators clashed over whether the Trump administration’s Securities and Exchange Commission is easing enforcement while pushing…

US Senate battle over ICE tactics raises immigration concerns

Washington, Feb 13 (SocialNews.XYZ) A sharp political fight erupted in the US Senate over federal immigration enforcement tactics and civil liberties, in a debate closely watched by immigrant communities, including Indian visa holders and green…

Deal or ‘very traumatic’: Trump warns Iran

Washington, Feb 13 (SocialNews.XYZ) US President Donald Trump warned Iran to reach a nuclear agreement quickly or face serious consequences, saying failure to make a deal would be “very traumatic.” “We have to make a…

Trump terminates Obama EPA climate rule

Washington, Feb 13 (SocialNews.XYZ) US President Donald Trump announced what he called “the single largest deregulatory action in American history,” formally terminating the Obama-era Environmental Protection Agency’s endangerment finding that underpinned federal greenhouse gas regulations….

CM Rekha Gupta to inaugurate Delhi Khel Mahakumbh today

New Delhi, Feb 13 (SocialNews.XYZ) Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, on Friday, will inaugurate “Khelo Delhi – Delhi Khel Mahakumbh” on the lines of Khelo India to strengthen and promote a vibrant sports culture in…

US Senate fails to advance DHS funding bill, partial govt shutdown looms

Washington, Feb 13 (SocialNews.XYZ) The US Senate failed to advance a funding bill for the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), raising the prospect of a partial government shutdown as temporary funding for the department expires…

PMO’s new address ‘Seva Teerth’ to be inaugurated by PM Modi today

New Delhi, Feb 13 (SocialNews.XYZ) The Prime Minister’s Office (PMO) is all set to relocate from the British-era building in South Block to its new address — ‘Seva Teerth’, the newly constructed building at Kartavya…

Colman Domingo teams up with Kerry Washington for ‘An Innocent Girl’

Los Angeles, Feb 13 (SocialNews.XYZ) Hollywood actor Colman Domingo is joining forces with Kerry Washington and James Marsden for ‘An Innocent Girl’, Jaume Collet-Serra‘s next film for Netflix. The film, a psychological thriller, also stars…

Andhra’s coalition govt attempting to silence Opposition: Jagan

Amaravati, Feb 13 (SocialNews.XYZ) Former Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister and YSR Congress Party (YSRCP) President YS Jagan Mohan Reddy has accused the Telugu Desam Party-led coalition government in the state of trying to silence the…

Shatrughan Sinha visits Hema Malini’s new house in Delhi, enjoys South Indian cuisine

Mumbai, Feb 13 (SocialNews.XYZ) Veteran actor and politician, Shatrughan Sinha has sent his best wishes to actress and politician Hema Malini on completion of her new house. On Thursday, Shatrughan Sinha took to his X,…

Parliamentarians meet US envoy, welcome new India-US trade pact

New Delhi, Feb 12 (SocialNews.XYZ) Several parliamentarians on Thursday welcomed US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor and congratulated him on the recently announced India-US interim trade agreement, describing it as a significant step in strengthening…

UN panel counters Pakistan’s ‘JeM defunct’ claim, notes group’s Red Fort attack

United Nations, Feb 12 (SocialNews.XYZ) A United Nations terrorism monitoring team has contradicted Pakistan’s assertion that the Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) is “defunct”, noting in a recent report that the group remains active and has claimed responsibility…

Get set for trillion-dollar tech future by 2035: Piyush Goyal tells industry

New Delhi, Feb 12 (SocialNews.XYZ) Calling upon India’s technology sector to reset its ambitions towards a trillion-dollar opportunity by 2035, Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal said on Thursday that the industry must embrace…

Telangana urges Centre to procure additional 18 lakh tonnes paddy

Hyderabad, Feb 12 (SocialNews.XYZ) The government of Telangana has urged the Centre to procure additional 18 lakh tonnes of paddy from the state. The request was made by Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy and Civil…

In a first, North-East highway turns into runway; PM Modi set to land at airstrip on Feb 14

New Delhi, Feb 12 (SocialNews.XYZ) Marking a first in bolstering the combat preparedness in the North-East, the Indian Air Force (IAF) is set to operationalise new emergency landing facility on a four-lane highway in Moran…

Major boost to Badrinath, Kedarnath facilities as CM Dhami sanctions Rs 2.13 crore for helipad works

Dehradun, Feb 12 (SocialNews.XYZ) Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami, on Thursday, approved several major development projects aimed at strengthening pilgrimage infrastructure, improving facilities for the upcoming Nanda Devi Raj Jat Yatra-2026, upgrading educational institutions,…

Kerala fed up with LDF and UDF, looking to BJP-NDA with great hope: PM Modi (Lead)

New Delhi, Feb 12 (SocialNews.XYZ) Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on Thursday, after interacting with the visiting team of elected Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) team comprising of 115 winners at the December local body polls, said…

Margot Robbie calls herself a ‘terrible’ cook

Los Angeles, Feb 12 (SocialNews.XYZ) Hollywood actress Margot Robbie feels she is a “terrible” cook. The ‘Barbie’ star opened up about her lack of ability in the kitchen as she spoke with singer-songwriter Charli XCX….

US: Two Pakistani nationals indicted in $10 million healthcare fraud

Washington, Feb 12 (SocialNews.XYZ) Two Pakistani nationals have been indicted in Chicago for their alleged roles in a $10 million healthcare fraud scheme that prosecutors say siphoned funds from medicare and private insurers and routed…

Probe into Air India plane crash still in progress: AAIB

New Delhi, Feb 12 (SocialNews.XYZ) The Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) on Thursday “categorically clarified” that reports suggesting the investigation into the Air India Flight AI-171 accident has been finalised are incorrect and speculative. “The…

Telangana CM for starting high-speed railway corridors near Hyderabad airport

Hyderabad/New Delhi, Feb 12 (SocialNews.XYZ) Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy on Thursday urged the Centre to start proposed high-speed rail corridors to Chennai, Bengaluru, and Pune from Shamshabad, where the Hyderabad International Airport is…

US envoy Gor, Foreign Secretary Misri hold discussion on advancing bilateral partnership

New Delhi, Feb 12 (SocialNews.XYZ) US Ambassador to India, Sergio Gor met Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri on Thursday, holding discussions on advancing bilateral partnership and the recently-concluded India-US trade deal. “Always a pleasure to meet…

Gwyneth Paltrow share details of her blood-filtering treatment

Los Angeles, Feb 12 (SocialNews.XYZ) Hollywood actress Gwyneth Paltrow has opened up on her treatment for filtering her blood. The actress underwent a treatment to filter toxins from her blood after battling “chronic fatigue” and…

‘Kaattuchembakam’ from Tovino Thomas-starrer ‘Pallichattambi’ released!

Chennai, Feb 12 (SocialNews.XYZ) The makers of director Dijo Jose Antony’s upcoming big budget Malayalam action entertainer, ‘Pallichattambi’, featuring actor Tovino Thomas in the lead, on Wednesday released ‘Kaattuchembakam’, the first single from the film,…

IANS Review: Bejoy Nambiar’s ‘Tu Yaa Main’ delivers a gripping Valentine’s date-fright experience

Mumbai, Feb 12 (SocialNews.XYZ) Actors: Shanaya Kapoor and Adarsh Gourav Genre: Romantic-thriller Platform: Theatres Release Date: February 13 Ratings: 4.5 Star Bejoy Nambiar’s Tu Yaa Main opens on a tense note with two injured youngsters,…

RBI index shows sharp rise in digital payments across India

Mumbai, Feb 12 (SocialNews.XYZ) The Reserve Bank of India’s (RBI) Digital Payments Index (DPI) rose to 516.76, as of September 2025, up from 493.22 in March 2025, according to an RBI statement issued on Thursday….

Mammootty, Mohanlal-starrer ‘Patriot’ makers release BTS – Sri Lanka video

Chennai, Feb 12 (SocialNews.XYZ) The makers of director Mahesh Narayanan’s eagerly-awaited thriller ‘Patriot’, featuring both superstars of Malayalam cinema Mammootty and Mohanlal, have now released a Behind The Scenes (BTS) video made using clips shot…