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Heeru Thawani: From Corporate Director to Mrs. India Queen of Hearts Classic 2024 First Runner-Up, A Journey of Empowerment and Confidence.

Neysa Reddy AKA Navya shree G R ,a talented and ambitious individual hailing from Namma Bengaluru, has added a new chapter to her journey by winning the prestigious MIQH Miss India SOUTH 2024 title and also MIQH Miss Popular 2024 Sub-title at a Beauty Pageant held in Greater Noida. With a strong educational background as an engineering graduate and a flourishing career at ANZ, Neysa has demonstrated that beauty and brains go hand in hand.

The enigma surrounding the disappearance of the Indian Air Force's An-32 transport aircraft in 2016 has seemingly been unraveled, as debris believed to be from the crashed plane was discovered off the Chennai coast. The aircraft, with 29 personnel on board, vanished during an operational mission over the Bay of Bengal. The findings, which bring closure to the families of the personnel, were the result of a deep-sea exploration conducted by an Autonomous Utility Vehicle (AUV) developed by the National Institute of Ocean Technology.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has commenced an 11-day 'anushthan' (rituals) in preparation for the highly anticipated 'Pran Pratishtha' ceremony at Ayodhya's Ram temple on January 22. In a video message shared on the X social platform, the prime minister expressed his gratitude for the opportunity to witness the auspicious occasion and represent the people of India.

Chinese artist Guo Feng has made headlines globally after securing a place in the Guinness World Records for creating the longest drawing by an individual atop the Great Wall of China. The breathtaking feat involved Guo Feng sitting atop the historic structure, crafting a 1,014-meter-long masterpiece on a white canvas that extended across the iconic landmark.

Chhattisgarh's state minister, Brijmohan Agrawal, announced on Thursday that all schools and colleges in the state will remain closed on January 22 to mark the idol consecration of the Ram Temple in Ayodhya. Addressing a press conference, Agrawal, who oversees the Religious Trust and Endowment, School and Higher Education, as well as Culture and Tourism portfolios, shared details of additional initiatives planned to commemorate the auspicious occasion.

In a detailed letter addressed to the high-level committee led by former President Ram Nath Kovind, West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee voiced her strong opposition to the 'one nation, one election' proposal. Labeling it as "a design to subvert the basic structure of the Constitution," Banerjee expressed concerns about the potential impact on India's democratic and federal principles.

In a latest development, the Ministry of Urban Development has served a second notice to Trinamool Congress (TMC) leader Mahua Moitra, directing her to vacate the government house. Sources indicate that Moitra is required to respond to this notice by January 16. This follows a previous notice from the Directorate of Estate, under the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs, urging Moitra to vacate her official bungalow after her expulsion from the Lok Sabha in connection with the 'cash-for-query' case.

In celebration of the Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsava on Independence Day 2022, Zero Foundation proudly announces the launch of its LCD Writing Tablet Distribution Program. The event will take place at the picturesque Village - Gholwadi Owe Camp, Kharghar, symbolizing a significant step towards empowering the youth and commemorating the 76th year of India's independence.

In the fascinating intersection of medicine and cinema, Dr. Leelamohan PVR emerges as a luminary, seamlessly blending his expertise in healthcare with a notable presence on the silver screen. His journey serves as a testament to unwavering dedication, versatility, and a commitment to both the art of healing and storytelling.

A symphony of collaboration echoed through Vibrant Gujarat 2024 as luminaries from the United Kingdom and India convened at the ITC Narmada, shaping a harmonious dialogue of global significance.

Chandigarh witnessed its chilliest January day in almost a decade as the maximum temperature plunged to 10.5°C, marking the coldest day since 2015, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD). The absence of sunlight during the day attributed to this significant drop from the previous day's 13.8°C, making it the coldest day of the season.

Adani Group unveiled a milestone achievement in India's defence technology with the introduction of 'Drishti 10 Starliner,' the nation's premier Medium Altitude, Long Endurance Drone. The maiden indigenously manufactured Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) was flagged off for the Navy by Chief of Naval Staff Admiral R Hari Kumar.

The Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) has taken charge of security operations at the Maharashi Valmiki International Airport in Ayodhya in preparation for the forthcoming consecration ceremony of the Ram Temple. This transition comes ahead of the temple's public opening on January 23, following Prime Minister Narendra Modi's inauguration of the airport on December 30.