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Indian Express
5 days ago
- General
- Indian Express
Hindi Journalism Day 2025: Date, history, significance — all you need to know
Hindi Journalism Day 2025: The media is the fourth pillar of democracy in India, serving as the channel to actively inform citizens about the nation's current affairs. Hindi, or vernacular, journalism has a special place in shaping the history of India, playing a significant role in enabling individuals to access widespread information in a language familiar to them across the nation. An annual national event, Hindi Journalism Day falls on Friday, May 30, 2025. Its history dates back to 1826, when Bengali, Persian, and English-language publications dominated the Indian media under British colonial control. On May 30, 1986, Pt. Jugal Kishor Shukla founded Udant Martand, India's first Hindi newspaper, acknowledging the importance of Indian languages in the media. Despite initial challenges like restricted distribution and financial constraints, Udant Martand made a big difference and continued to publish after 79 editions. Hindi Journalism Day commemorates the continuing tradition of Hindi and vernacular journalism in India, which has thrived in the country for nearly two centuries. It also honours the dedication of journalists who strive to deliver accurate information to the general and non-English-speaking public of India. The day is observed with a number of events, including seminars, discussions, and award ceremonies, all of which throw light on the issues that Hindi journalists face, as well as the area of Hindi journalism.
India.com
6 days ago
- Business
- India.com
Not 17 hours, Delhi to Patna in Just 3 hours, Indian Railways likely to launch THIS Train, not Vande Bharat, Rajdhani, Shatabdi, top speed to be...
Image for representational purposes New Delhi: Indian Railways has witnessed major changes in the last 10 years under the Narendra Modi government. From 100 percent electrification of tracks to redevelopment of railway stations, the government has introduced a slew of schemes that have transformed the face of the sector. In the last decade, the government has introduced trains like Vande Bharat, which have made the traveling experience of passengers better and more convenient. The government is now planning to launch a high-speed bullet train between Bihar and Delhi. Capable of reaching speeds of 350 kmph, this advanced rail service is set to cut travel time by an impressive two-thirds, making the journey significantly faster and more convenient. Currently, travelling between these two major cities can take anywhere from 17 hours by train to nearly 9 hours with the faster Vande Bharat Express. Reports suggest that after planning the ongoing Ahmedabad-Mumbai bullet train initiative, the government is now planning a bullet train on the Delhi-Patna route. The route is likely to cover stations like Buxar, Patna itself, and Gaya. Additionally, the route for construction of elevated track in Bihar for the bullet train has been decided, and reports say that land acquisition for the same will start soon as a team of National High Speed Rail Corporation Limited is going to reach Patna in August. Delhi To Patna Vande Bharat The two cities currently have Vande Bharat operating between them, which reduces the journey to 9 hours. New Delhi-Patna Vande Bharat Special Express Train number 02252 New Delhi-Patna Vande Bharat Special Express will depart from New Delhi at 07:25 hrs. It will reach Kanpur Central at 12:02 hrs, Prayagraj at 14:08 hrs, Pt. Deendayal Upadhyay Jn at 15:50 hrs, Buxar at 17:15 hrs and Ara at 18:08 hrs. It will arrive at Patna Junction at 19:00 hrs on the same day. Patna-New Delhi Vande Bharat Special Express On return, train number 02251 Patna-New Delhi Vande Bharat Special Express will depart from Patna at 07:30 hrs. It will arrive at Ara Junction at 08:28 hrs, Buxar at 09:28 hrs, Pt. Deendayal Upadhyay Jn. at 10:28 hrs, Prayagraj at 12:10 hrs and Prayagraj at 14:18 hrs. It will reach New Delhi at 19:00 hrs on the same day, stopping at Kanpur Central. Preparation to Launch MHHSR Indian Railways is likely to inaugurate the Mumbai-Hyderabad High-Speed Rail (MHHSR) project soon. Once completed, the travel time between Mumbai and Hyderabad—currently 14 to 16 hours—will be reduced to just three hours. According to the reports, the 767-kilometer-long bullet train corridor will connect Mumbai, Pune, and Hyderabad. It will include 11 stations, with the Navi Mumbai International Airport likely to be one of them.
Miami Herald
27-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Miami Herald
Listen: IU releases new EP, ‘Never Ending Story' music video
May 27 (UPI) -- South Korean singer and actress IU is back with new music. The K-pop star released an EP titled A Flower Bookmark, Pt. 3 and a music video for her song "Never Ending Story" on Tuesday. The EP features six songs, which also include "Red Sneakers," "October 4th" "Last Scene," "A Beautiful Person" and "Square's Dream." The music video for "Never Ending Story" shows IU reliving the happy moments from a relationship that has since ended. "If longing could rewrite fate, wish we meet again," she sings. "Like a fleeting scene from a film. Though I couldn't hold you when life was trembling, you still live on in those beautiful days." IU also stars in the K-drama When Live Gives You Tangerines on Netflix. Her concert film, The Winning, premiered in February. 2025 United Press International, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
UPI
27-05-2025
- Entertainment
- UPI
Listen: IU releases new EP, 'Never Ending Story' music video
1 of 3 | South Korean singer and actress IU released a new EP on Tuesday. File Photo by Keizo Mori/UPI | License Photo May 27 (UPI) -- South Korean singer and actress IU is back with new music. The K-pop star released an EP titled A Flower Bookmark, Pt. 3 and a music video for her song "Never Ending Story" on Tuesday. The EP features six songs, which also include "Red Sneakers," "October 4th" "Last Scene," "A Beautiful Person" and "Square's Dream." The music video for "Never Ending Story" shows IU reliving the happy moments from a relationship that has since ended. "If longing could rewrite fate, wish we meet again," she sings. "Like a fleeting scene from a film. Though I couldn't hold you when life was trembling, you still live on in those beautiful days." IU also stars in the K-drama When Live Gives You Tangerines on Netflix. Her concert film, The Winning, premiered in February. K-pop stars walk the red carpet Lisa, of Blackpink, arrives on the red carpet at the MTV Video Music Awards at the UBS Arena in Elmont, N.Y., on September 11, 2024. Lisa recently released a performance video for her solo single "Moonlit Floor." Photo by Derek C. French/UPI | License Photo
19-05-2025
- Entertainment
Jessica Simpson's daughters cheer her on during 1st TV performance in 15 years
Jessica Simpson took the "American Idol" stage Sunday night for her first television performance in 15 years. The singer, who released her EP " Nashville Canyon, Pt. 1" in March, performed her song "Blame Me." Afterward, former season 23 "American Idol" contestant Josh King joined Simpson onstage to perform Nancy Sinatra's "These Boots Are Made for Walkin'," which Simpson covered for the 2005 "Dukes of Hazzard" film. See Simpson's full performance with King here: On her Instagram story, the singer reposted a performance photo from her daughter Maxwell, which was captioned, "Go mommmmm I love you so much and I am so happy your dreams are coming true." Simpson commented, "My 13yr old, Maxwell, has never seen me singin' on TV and her pure pride, love and support is the very reason why I AM BACK." Addressing her daughter, Simpson added, "Mommy LOVES you! You are my guidin' light forever foralways. I am strong because of you my sweet daughter." Simpson has also booked another big performance: She'll headline the 5th annual Women Who Rock benefit concert, taking place Sept. 5 in Pittsburgh. The event is a benefit for the Magee-Womens Research Institute, the country's largest research institute dedicated to women's health issues, according to its website. Sunday's "American Idol" finale saw contestant Jamal Roberts, a 27-year-old PE teacher from Meridian, Mississippi, crowned the winner. Click here to read more about the new "American Idol" winner.
