December 30, 2025
National Trend Watch

A Hero’s Return: Astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla Splashes Down Safely in Pacific, Family in India Overwhelmed with Emotion

San Diego, California / Lucknow, India —At precisely 3:01 PM Indian Standard Time, a space capsule carrying Indian Air Force Group Captain and astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla made a successful splashdown in the Pacific Ocean, just off the coast of San Diego, California. The moment marked the end of his mission aboard Axiom-4, a privately-operated spaceflight

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Sawan Somwar 2025: Devotees Flock to Temples Across Delhi-NCR, Echoes of ‘Har Har Mahadev’ Fill the Air

Delhi-NCR, The sacred month of Sawan began with unwavering devotion as millions of devotees thronged Shiva temples across Delhi-NCR and northern India on the first Monday (Somwar) of Shravan Maas. From early morning, chants of “Har Har Mahadev”, “Bol Bam”, and “Jai Bholenath” reverberated through the air, marking a spiritually charged beginning to this holiest

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Kanwar Yatra 2025: VHP To Paste ‘Sanatani’ Stickers On Nearly 5000 Delhi Shops To Certify Them As ‘Vegetarian’

Kanwar Yatra 2025: With the ongoing Kanwar Yatra 2025, the Vishva Hindu Parishad (VHP) has taken an active step by placing stickers on restaurants, eateries, and grocery stores along the routes that Kanwariyas will follow in Delhi. These stickers certify that the shops sell exclusively vegetarian food items, aligning with the religious sentiments of the

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Strong Earthquake Tremors Felt in Delhi-NCR, Earth Shook for Nearly 10 Seconds

New Delhi | In a startling incident early Thursday morning, strong earthquake tremors were felt across Delhi-NCR, triggering panic among residents. The tremors, which occurred around 9:04 AM, lasted for nearly 10 seconds, causing people to rush out of homes, offices, and buildings. The sudden jolt disrupted daily routines and sparked fear throughout the region.

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Delhi to Follow UP Model: Meat Shops to Remain Shut During Kanwar Yatra, Announces Minister Kapil Mishra

New Delhi | In a move that mirrors Uttar Pradesh’s approach, the Delhi government has decided to close down meat shops along the Kanwar Yatra routes during the holy pilgrimage period. Delhi Cabinet Minister Kapil Mishra announced that meat shops, particularly those operating without proper licenses, will not be allowed to function while the Kanwar

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Bharat Bandh on July 9: Who Called the Nationwide Strike, What’s Open, and What Will Be Affected

New Delhi, India is set to witness a massive nationwide strike on Wednesday, July 9, as over 25 crore workers from government sectors, including banking, mining, transport, and postal services, plan to participate in a general strike or Bharat Bandh. The call has been made by a coalition of central trade unions and supported by

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Echoes of Faith: Understanding the Four Forms of Kanwar Yatra Ahead of Sawan 2025

As the sacred month of Sawan approaches—beginning this year on July 11 and concluding on August 9—India prepares to witness one of its most spiritually charged spectacles: the Kanwar Yatra. What appears to many as a saffron sea of Shiva devotees walking barefoot along highways is, in reality, a journey of immense personal and religious

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Facing Injustice with Courage is Most Important – Kailash Satyarthi

New Delhi: The world’s first compassion-focused educational program – Satyarthi Summer School (SSS) – concluded. Addressing the closing ceremony held at the India Habitat Centre in New Delhi, Nobel Laureate Kailash Satyarthi said that the most important thing needed to make compassion global is the courage to face injustice. He stated, “The power that arises

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New Rules from July 1, 2025: Big Impact on Common People’s Daily Life

As July begins, several key rules impacting everyday life in India have changed. From kitchen expenses to travel, banking, and fuel policies, these new regulations will significantly affect both common citizens and businesses. While commercial gas cylinder prices have been reduced—bringing some relief to the business community—railway passengers and vehicle owners are facing stricter measures.

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Jagannath Rath Yatra 2025 Begins in Puri: A Sea of Devotion Floods the Streets

Puri, Odisha | The long-awaited spiritual spectacle of Jagannath Rath Yatra 2025 has officially commenced in Puri today, bringing with it an ocean of faith, devotion, and divine celebration. Lakhs of devotees from across India and around the world have gathered to witness and participate in the grand annual chariot festival of Lord Jagannath, his

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