Siddhant Kumar

Siddhant Kumar is a young, energetic journalist who likes to cover stories that will touch the minds and hearts of his readers. Siddhant has over five years of experience in news coverage including reporting, analysis and feature writing. Siddhant covers both breaking news stories as well as social issue articles. He deeply cares to present his readers with accurate and thought-provoking content thus leaving a track record behind within this ever-changing world of journalism and reporting.

Sunak Faces New Challenges: Minister Accused of Granting Infosys 'VIP Access,' According to Reports
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During a meeting at Infosys' office, Johnson, as revealed through Freedom of Information requests, provided guidance on obtaining UK visas for Infosys staff, particularly highlighting the High Potential Individual visa scheme.
BJP Responds to Mamata's 'Offensive' Comment with Unique Display, Feeds Honey to Her Photo
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As part of a rally organized by the BJP's youth wing in Kolkata, party workers also carried copies of 'Barnaparichay,' a popular primer written by Iswarchandra Vidyasagar, a 19th-century polymath and an iconic figure in the state. The aim was to remind Mamata Banerjee of the richness of the Bengali language.
Watch| Ira Khan's Romantic Getaway: Captivating Pictures from Her Honeymoon in Indonesia
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Ira took to social media to share an array of pictures capturing their honeymoon moments, including beach outings, romantic pool dates, and a shirtless snapshot of Nupur skillfully performing a headstand at their hotel.
Tesla Employee Arrested: Alleged Threats to Kill Elon Musk and President Biden
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McCauley's wife reported his intentions to the Rogers police after he declared his intention to go to Texas and never return. She also highlighted that he had left his cell phone behind, hindering any attempts to trace him.
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Deputy CM Fadnavis Reveals: Resignation of Minister Chhagan Bhujbal Not Accepted
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Fadnavis, addressing reporters, mentioned that Chief Minister Eknath Shinde would provide clarification on the matter. He emphasized that as of now, Bhujbal's resignation has not been accepted by the chief minister or himself.
UP ATS Makes High-Stakes Arrest: Pak ISI Agent Working at Indian Embassy in Moscow Nabbed in Meerut
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Identified as Satendra Siwal, the son of Jaiveer Singh and a resident of Shahmahiuddinpur village in Hapur district, Siwal is currently employed in the Ministry of External Affairs and stationed at the Indian Embassy in Moscow, Russia.
Paytm Clarifies: No ED Investigation Against Company or CEO, Affirms Transparency
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In a regulatory filing, Paytm stated, "Neither the Company nor its founder and CEO are being investigated by the Enforcement Directorate regarding inter alia money laundering." The company emphasized its cooperation with authorities in the past when specific merchants or users on their platforms were subject to inquiries. Paytm reaffirmed its commitment to abiding by Indian laws and treating regulatory orders with utmost seriousness.
Grammy Milestone: Kylie Minogue Secures First-Ever Honor with Best Pop Dance Recording at the 66th Grammy Awards
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Minogue emerged victorious in a competitive field, triumphing over notable contenders such as David Guetta, Anne-Marie, and Coi Leray ("Baby Don’t Hurt Me"); Calvin Harris featuring Ellie Goulding ("Miracle"); Bebe Rexha and David Guetta ("One in a Million"); and Troye Sivan ("Rush"), as reported by grammy.com.
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Nicole Zuraitis Grabs Grammy Glory: Best Jazz Vocal Album Award for 'How Love Begins' at the 66th Grammy Awards
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The Recording Academy, eager to extend their congratulations, shared the joyous news on their official micro-blogging site X handle, declaring, "Congrats Best Jazz Vocal Album winner - 'How Love Begins' @nicolezmusic.
Grammy Recognition: Zakir Hussain Honored for 'Pashto' and Shankar Mahadevan for 'This Moment' at the 66th Grammy Awards
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Sharing the news on X, the official Grammys account wrote, "Congrats Best Global Music Album winner - 'This Moment' Shakti. #GRAMMYs." Indian music composer Ricky Kej expressed his excitement, stating, "Ustad Zakhir Hussain, the living legend creates history by winning 3 Grammys in one night!!! Rakesh Chaurasia wins 2!! .. and I am blessed to witness it."
Dramatic Turn of Events at 66th Grammy Awards: Rapper Killer Mike, Despite Winning 3 Honors, Escorted Out in Handcuffs
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According to Forbes, the exact charges against Killer Mike were not immediately clear, as Gardner was unable to learn the details. An unnamed official mentioned that it was a misdemeanor and clarified that the arrest had "nothing to do with anything that happened today here inside the arena."
Resilience Triumphs: Sharon Stone Opens Up About Financial Struggles Following Near-Fatal Stroke in 2001
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Stone revealed her plea for a sign during that challenging time: "I was down to nothing. I had to pay the kids’ school on my credit card and hope for the best. I just got on my knees and I was like, ‘I need a sign … and could you make it big because I’m going to need something that I can’t miss because I’m in a coma here. So like, help me out.'"
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Shubman Gill Emphasizes Significance and Satisfaction of Scoring Runs at Number 3
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This century holds particular importance for Gill as it is his first 50-plus score in 13 innings, and it comes after making the decision to shift down in the batting order. Reflecting on his accomplishment, Gill expressed satisfaction, emphasizing the significance of scoring runs at the challenging number three position, especially after the early dismissals of Yashasvi and Rohit.
Gratitude from Actor Vijay: Acknowledging Fans' Support in the Pursuit of Tamil Nadu's Welfare and Victory Through New Political Venture
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In a statement posted on the official X account of TVK - Tamizhaga Vetri Kazhagam, the 49-year-old actor conveyed his thanks to respected leaders from various political parties, his beloved friends in the film fraternity, the affectionate people of Tamil Nadu, supportive media friends, and his steadfast supporters, 'En Nenjil Kudiyirukkum Thozargal'.
Unlocking Inner Peace: Modi Highlights How Vipassana Teachings Address Stress and Distress in Contemporary Living
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Addressing the common challenges faced by the youth and senior citizens in today's fast-paced life, Modi asserted that the teachings of Vipassana can offer valuable solutions. He hailed S.N. Goenka as a living example of 'one life, one mission,' highlighting his dedication to the welfare of society and his inspirational role as India strives to achieve the goals of Viksit Bharat.
India Dominates 2nd Test as Bumrah's Double-Strike, Kuldeep, and Axar's Contributions Restrict England to 155/4
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At tea, England was 155/4 in 33 overs, trailing India by 241 runs. The session saw birthday boy Zak Crawley getting a life at 18 when Shubman Gill couldn't hold on to a chance at short mid-wicket. Crawley played aggressively, taking boundaries off Bumrah and even scoring a boundary off Ashwin.
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Justin Bieber Teases Fans with Recording Studio Footage, Hinting at Potential New Music
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In response to the photos, Instagram's official social media account commented, "Justin's back." Fans, in turn, have been asking if Bieber is gearing up for a Super Bowl performance, especially since his mentor and collaborator Usher is the scheduled halftime performer.
Gyanvapi Masjid Case: Mosque Committee Denied Immediate Relief, Court to Hear Matter on Feb 6
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Justice Rohit Ranjan Agrawal issued this order during the hearing of an appeal filed by the Anjuman Intezamia Masjid Committee, the body overseeing the mosque's affairs in Varanasi. The committee had swiftly moved to the high court after the Supreme Court declined to hear its plea against the Varanasi district court's decision, directing them to approach the high court instead.
Morgan Stanley Positively Surprised by Interim Budget's Fiscal Deficit Target
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The Budget has demonstrated a commitment to macroeconomic stability by achieving a lower-than-anticipated fiscal deficit and government borrowing. This approach is expected to create room for the private sector to drive capital expenditure (capex) growth.
Gunshots Fired at Home of Nijjar's Friend in Disturbing Incident in Canada
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The house owner, identified as Simranjeet Singh, a friend of Nijjar, narrowly escaped harm, and the overnight attack nearly claimed the life of Simranjeet's six-year-old child, as per Moninder Singh, a spokesperson for the B.C. Gurdwaras Council.
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BJP MP Rita Bahuguna Joshi Receives 6-Year Sentence for Violating Model Code of Conduct
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The prosecution stated that on February 17, 2012, Joshi, as a Congress candidate, held a meeting in the Bajrang Nagar area of Krishna Nagar after the campaign time had ended. The prosecution alleged that she addressed a public meeting in violation of the code of conduct.
Poonam Pandey Reveals Faking 'Death' to Spark Conversations on Cervical Cancer
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Poonam emphasized the urgency of putting the spotlight on cervical cancer, a disease that can silently claim lives. She expressed pride in achieving awareness about the disease through her unconventional method.
Kevin Pietersen Criticizes Iyer's Sloppy Performance, Unimpressed with the Batting Display
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Pietersen highlighted that when key players like Virat Kohli, KL Rahul, and Ravindra Jadeja return to the team, the current players, including Iyer, may regret missed opportunities to score centuries. He emphasized the need for players to show more hunger and desire, especially in challenging conditions.
Ex-Australian PM Malcolm Turnbull Praises PM Modi, Describes India-Australia Friendship as Perfect 10
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Turnbull, who acknowledged the controversy surrounding Modi in India, emphasized that their friendship is strong, rating it as a perfect 10. However, he noted the need to enhance trade relations between the two countries, citing challenges faced by foreign investors in India compared to the ease of doing business in China.
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PM Modi's Two-Day Assam Visit: Unveiling Projects Worth Rs 11,600 Crore
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Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced that Modi would meet the BJP's state core committee during the night to discuss party affairs. On Sunday, at 11.30 am, the Prime Minister is scheduled to address a public meeting at the Veterinary College Playground in Khanapara, where several state and central projects will be unveiled.
Delhi Police Returns to CM Kejriwal's Residence for Notice Delivery Once Again
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The team, headed by an Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP)-level officer, arrived at the official residence of the Chief Minister located in the Civil Lines area of north Delhi. This development follows a similar attempt on Friday evening when Crime Branch teams had visited the homes of both Kejriwal and Delhi Minister Atishi.
Yashasvi Jaiswal's Stellar Performance: Smashes Career-Best 209 as England Bowls Out India for 396 in 2nd Test
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Jaiswal, playing in only his sixth Test match, demonstrated a combination of caution and aggression, becoming the third youngest Indian batter to score a double hundred in Test cricket. His innings included 19 fours and seven sixes before being dismissed by veteran fast-bowler James Anderson.
Zomato CEO Deepinder Goyal Acquires Two New Delhi Plots Valued at Rs 79 Crore
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In the first transaction, Goyal reportedly paid Rs 1.74 crore in stamp duty and Rs 29 crore for 2.5 acres of land. For the second transaction, he paid Rs 3.50 crore in stamp duty and acquired 2.53 acres of land for Rs 50 crore. Both land deals were finalized in the previous year.
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IndiGo Reports Robust Q3 Revenue Surge Amidst Concerns over Rs 511,875 Million Debt Landscape
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The airline reported an EBITDA of Rs 54,751 million with a 28.1% increase, excluding foreign exchange loss. A profit of Rs 30,491 million was recorded, compared to Rs 20,091 million in the corresponding period of the previous fiscal.
Unified Payments Interface (UPI) Goes Global with Launch at the Eiffel Tower in France
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The official X handle of India's Embassy in France shared images of the event, stating, "UPI formally launched at the iconic Eiffel Tower at the huge Republic Day Reception. Implementing PM @narendramodi's announcement and the vision of taking UPI global."
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