Budget 2024 Cheaper Costlier Items List: Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presented the interim Budget 2024 on Thursday (Feb 01). This budget will look after the country's financial needs until a new government comes into power after the Lok Sabha elections in 2024.

Budget 2024 Cheaper Costlier Items List: Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presented the interim Budget 2024 on Thursday (Feb 01). This budget will look after the country's financial needs until a new government comes into power after the Lok Sabha elections in 2024. It was Nirmala Sitharaman's sixth budget. In her speech, she said, "People are living better and earning better, with even greater aspirations for the future. Average real income of the people has increased by fifty per cent. Inflation is moderate. People are getting empowered, equipped and enabled to pursue their aspirations." Ahead of the budget presentation, the general public was curious to know what items will become affordable and goods that will observe an increase in prices. Previously, there have been price changes in electronic gadgets, home appliances, vehicles and jewellery. However, it is noteworthy that there was no announcement regarding what got cheaper or what became more expensive in the Budget Speech 2024 by Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman. ALSO READ | India budget 2024: Budget is 'inclusive and innovative,' says PM Modi Let's take a look at what has become more expensive or cheaper over the past five years. Here's a year-by-year list: Union Budget 2023-2024: List of Cheaper and Costlier items Cheaper: TVs, smartphones, compressed gas, shrimp feed, lab-grown diamonds, machinery for manufacturing lithium-ion cells for EVs Costlier: Cigarettes, bicycles, imitation jewellery, air travel, electric chimney, copper scrap, textiles Union Budget 2022-2023 Cheaper: Imitation jewellery, computers, mobile phones, laptops, cut and polished diamonds, gems Costlier: Umbrellas, imported items, unblended fuel, chocolates, smartwatches and their earbuds Union Budget 2021-2022 Cheaper: Gold, silver, leather products, nylon clothes, products made of iron, steel and copper Costlier: Solar cells, mobile phones and chargers, imported gems and precious stones, imported AC and fridge compressors, imported auto parts Union Budget 2020-2021 Cheaper: Raw sugar, skimmed milk, soya fibre, soya protein, certain alcoholic beverages, agro-animal based products, import of newsprint, lightweight and coated paper, purified terephthalic acid Costlier: Medical equipment, footwear, furniture, wall fans, cigarettes and other tobacco products, clay iron, steel, copper, CV parts Union Budget 2019-2020 Cheaper: Affordable houses, set-top boxes, imported defence equipment, imported parts of EVs, camera modules, mobile phone chargers, imported raw material for making artificial kidneys, imported wool fibre, wool tops Costlier: Petrol, diesel, cash withdrawal over Rs 1 crore a year, fully-imported cars, split ACs, cigarettes, hookah and chewing tobacco products, imported auto parts, imported stainless steel products, imported gold and other precious metals, imported paper and paper products including printed books, imported plugs, sockets and switches, CCTV cameras and loudspeakers. (With inputs from agencies)

Budget 2024: What's become cheaper or costlier in last five years? Check year-wise list of items

7 Must-Visit Destinations In February 2024

Manali becomes a winter wonderland in February. It offers a blissful experience with snow-covered landscapes and the thrill of winter sports.


After the Ram Mandir consecration ceremony, Ayodhya has become a hub for religious festivities. You can visit the Shri Ram Janma Bhoomi, Hanuman Garhi Mandir, Kanak Bhavan Temple, and Sita Ki Rasoi here.


If you’re yearning to take a break from your busy and monotonous schedule, Bir Billing is a perfect place to rejuvenate your mind, body, and soul.


 February is one of the best times to visit the Taj Mahal and other historical sites in Agra, as the city has pleasant weather. One can also attend the Taj Mahotsav in February.

The weather of Mussoorie makes it one of the best hill stations to visit in February. Located a few hours from Delhi, the city offers panoramic views and a charming stroll amidst the winter chill.


Founded by the Lodhi Sultanate, Ludhiana lies on the banks of the Sutlej River. It offers fun activities like sightseeing and shopping.


From spiritual rejuvenation to delightful mountains, Rishikesh has it all. The town also has iconic places like Laxman Jhula and Triveni Ghat.


Here’s the list of some great destinations you can explore in February 2024:

Here’s a list of mouthwatering recipes one must try in February 2024:


This delicious oatmeal recipe has a touch of lemon and cardamom with plenty of sweet and juicy blueberries. It can become a staple grab-and-go dish for breakfasts.

This one-pot recipe makes a hearty meal for lunch. One can make it extra creamy by adding a dollop of sour cream.


The richly-flavoured recipe has the elements of beans, veggies and Parmesan cheese, which make it light and creamy.


Try using the one-pan pasta method this February to make this delectable dish. It’s a quick and easy-to-make dinner with minimal cleanup.


The old-fashioned goulash is the perfect economical family dinner. It is also easy to make as the pasta cooks right in the sauce.


If you wish to make the most flavourful cream sauce spaghetti, use the oil from the sun-dried tomatoes to create the base of the cream sauce and add spinach for extra flavour.


Here’s a list of mouthwatering recipes one must try in February 2024:

6 Recipes You Must Try In February 2024

The Delhi-NCR region woke up to dense fog for the third consecutive day on Wednesday (Jan 31). The foggy and cold weather has severely affected visibility and travel operations.

The Delhi-NCR region woke up to dense fog for the third consecutive day on Wednesday (Jan 31). The foggy and cold weather has severely affected visibility and travel operations. According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), isolated pockets of Punjab, Haryana, and Delhi witnessed very dense fog, East Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, and Odisha recorded dense fog, and West Uttar Pradesh and Coastal Andhra Pradesh recorded moderate fog as of 05:30 am IST on Wednesday. Visibility in Delhi's Palam area was zero. Moreover, the Indira Gandhi International Airport (IGI) recorded zero visibility on Tuesday (Jan 30). Fog conditions observed (at 0530 hours IST of 31.01.2024): Very Dense fog in isolated pockets of Punjab, Haryana & Delhi; Dense fog in isolated pockets of East Uttar Pradesh, Bihar & Odisha; Moderate fog in isolated pockets of West Uttar Pradesh & Coastal Andra Pradesh. 1/4 pic.twitter.com/bt0J3qbeA5 — India Meteorological Department (@Indiametdept) January 31, 2024 × Due to the dense fog conditions and low visibility, the Delhi airport has issued an advisory for passengers. It stated, "While landing and takeoffs continue at Delhi Airport, flights that are not CAT III compliant may get affected. Passengers are requested to contact the airline concerned for updated flight information. Any inconvenience caused is deeply regretted." The CAT III enables the aircraft to land in low-visibility conditions. The dense fog conditions also delayed many trains which were scheduled to arrive or depart from Delhi stations. The IMD has predicted light showers in the national capital due to a western disturbance in the Himalayan region on Wednesday and Thursday. On Tuesday, Delhi recorded a minimum temperature of 10 degrees Celsius and a maximum of 19 degrees Celsius. ALSO READ | India: Rajya Sabha chairman revokes suspension of 11 opposition MPs guilty of breach of privilege Delhi Records Coldest January In 21 Years Delhi witnessed a bone-chilling January in 2024, as most days were cold and sunny due to the fog this month. The national capital recorded its coldest January in 21 years in terms of day temperatures, The Times of India reported. The mean maximum temperature in January at Safdarjung was 17.9 degrees Celsius. It was the same as in 2015 and the lowest since 2003. Average Maximum & Minimum Temperatures for the Month of January during past 13 years (2012-2024) for Safdarjung (New Delhi): In January 2024, Maximum temperature is lowest and minimum is 02nd lowest during past 13 years.@moesgoi @ndmaindia @airnewsalerts @DDNewslive pic.twitter.com/G6cWToDVeO — India Meteorological Department (@Indiametdept) January 30, 2024 × According to data from IMD, the mean maximum temperature in January has stayed below 18 degrees Celsius only three times in the last 33 years. The other two years were 2015 and 2003, when the mean was 17.6 degrees Celsius. The normal maximum temperature in January was 20.1 degrees Celsius. According to the IMD All India Weather Forecast Bulletin, dense to very dense fog conditions will prevail in morning hours over isolated pockets of Punjab, Haryana, and Delhi on Wednesday (Jan 31) and Friday (Feb 02). (With inputs from agencies)

India Weather: Delhi records coldest January in 21 years as dense fog continues to blanket national capital

Ronaldo vs Messi, Al Nassr vs Inter Miami: Inter Miami will clash with Al-Nassr on February 1 at 11:30 pm IST at the Kingdom Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The match will feature the generation-defining rivalry between Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo as part of its preseason tour.

Ronaldo vs Messi, Al Nassr vs Inter Miami: Inter Miami will clash with Al-Nassr on February 1 at 11:30 pm IST at the Kingdom Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The match will feature the generation-defining rivalry between Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo as part of its preseason tour. The two football legends last faced each other when Paris Saint-German faced the Riyadh All-Star XI in January 2023. Here's everything you need to know about the stats, records, honours, and head-to-head results between Messi and Ronaldo over the years. Messi vs Ronaldo Tournament Records Al Nassr vs Inter Miami La Liga Matches: 18 Messi wins: 10 Ronaldo wins: 4 Draws: 4 UEFA Champions League Matches: 6 Messi wins: 2 Ronaldo wins: 2 Draws: 2 Copa del Rey Matches: 5 Ronaldo wins: 2 Messi wins: 1 Draws: 2 Supercopa de Espana Matches: 5 Ronaldo wins: 2 Messi wins: 2 Draws: 1 Friendlies Matches: 3 Messi wins: 2 Draws: 1 Messi vs Ronaldo: Goals In Head-To-Head Encounters La Liga Messi: 12, Ronaldo: 9 Champions League Messi: 3, Ronaldo: 2 Copa del Rey Ronaldo: 5 goals, Messi: 0 Spanish Super Cup Messi: 6, Ronaldo: 4 Friendlies Ronaldo:3, Messi: 2 Lionel Messi Club Records Barcelona: 778 games, 672 goals, 303 assists Paris Saint-Germain: 75 games, 32 goals, 35 assists Inter Miami: 14 games, 11 goals, five assists Total: 867 games, 715 goals, 343 assists Cristiano Ronaldo: Club Statistics Sporting Lisbon: 31 games, five goals, six assists Manchester United: 346 games, 145 goals, 64 assists Real Madrid: 438 games, 450 goals, 131 assists Juventus: 134 games, 101 goals, 22 assists Al-Nassr: 41 games, 34 goals, 12 assists Total: 990 games, 735 goals, 235 assists Lionel Messi: Team Honours Leagues: 12 (10 La Liga, 2 Ligue 1) UEFA Champions League: 4 Domestic Cups: 7 (Copa del Rey, 1 Trophee des Champions, 7 Supercopa de Espana) International Cups: 1 League Cup, 3 UEFA Super Cups, 1 Leagues Cup Argentina 2022 World Cup, 2021 Copa America, Argentina U23 Olympic Gold Cristiano Ronaldo: Team Honours Leagues: 7 (3 Premier League, 2 La Liga, 2 Serie A) UEFA Champions League: 5 (4 with Real Madrid, 1 Man United) Club World Cups: 4 (3 with Real Madrid, 1 with Man United) Domestic Cups: 9 (1 FA Cup, 2 League Cups, 2 Copas del Rey, 2 Supercopa de Espana, 1 Coppa Italia, 1 Arab Club Champions Cup) International Cups: 2 UEFA Super Cups Portugal: EURO 2016, UEFA Nations League 2018-19 Cristiano Ronaldo: Individual Honours 5 Ballon d'Or 2 FIFA The Best Men's Player 4 European Golden Shoes 4 UEFA Men's Player of the Year Awards 1 La Liga Best Player Award 2 Premier League Player of the Season Awards 2 Serie A Footballer of the Year Awards Lionel Messi: Individual Honours 8 Ballon d'Or 2 FIFA The Best Men's Player 6 European Golden Shoes 2 World Cup Golden Balls 3 UEFA Men's Player of the Year Awards 6 La Liga Best Player Awards (With inputs from agencies)

Ronaldo vs Messi Football Match: Check head-to-head stats ahead of Al Nassr vs Inter Miami Riyadh Cup 2024

Budget 2024: The Budget Session of Parliament began with President Droupadi Murmu addressing a joint sitting on January 31. In her speech, she said, "This is my first address in this new Parliament building.

Budget 2024: The Budget Session of Parliament began with President Droupadi Murmu addressing a joint sitting on January 31. In her speech, she said, "This is my first address in this new Parliament building. This magnificent building was constructed at the beginning of "Azadi Ka Amrit Kaal". The session will conclude on February 1 with the Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presenting the interim Budget. When she presented the budget on the same date last year, she called it the "first budget of Amrit Kaal." She said, "Our vision for the 'Amrit Kaal' includes a technology-driven and knowledge-based economy, with strong public finances and a robust financial sector. To achieve this 'jan-bhaagidari' (public participation) through 'sab ka saath, sab ka prayas' is essential." Here's everything you need to know about Amrit Kaal ahead of the interim Budget 2024. What is Amrit Kaal? Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi used the term "Amrit Kaal" for the first time in 2021 during his speech from the Red Fort on the occasion of 75th Independence Day. He said, "The goal of 'Amrit Kaal' is to ascend to new heights of prosperity for India and the citizens of India. We don't have to wait for long to achieve our goals. We have to start now. We don't have a moment to lose. This is the right time. Our country also has to change and we as citizens have to change ourselves too." ALSO READ | Here's all you need to know about Kalpana Soren, Hemant Soren's wife who can become Jharkhand's next CM During his speech, PM Modi mentioned that the term "Amrit Kaal" signifies the 25 years between India's 75th and 100th independence anniversaries. He also stated that India aims to significantly improve the standard of living of its citizens in the next 25 years. It includes bridging the gap between urban and rural areas, reducing government interference in people's lives, and developing modern infrastructure throughout the country. "Amrit Kaal" originates from Vedic astrology and indicates the "golden era". In her last budget speech, FM Sitharaman mentioned that the Centre would focus on seven areas: inclusive development, reaching the last mile, infrastructure and investment, unleashing the potential, green growth, youth power, and the financial sector. In her speech on January 31, President Murmu added, "I am confident that this new building will be witness to productive dialogue on policies that will shape the development of 'Viksit Bharat' in the Amrit Kaal of our independence." (With inputs from agencies)

Budget 2024: FM Nirmala Sitharaman to present interim Budget on Feb 1, the second of ‘Amrit Kaal’

A debate has sparked among astronomers about the existence of exomoons, the natural satellites revolving around exoplanets that orbit a star outside the solar system.

A debate has sparked among astronomers about the existence of exomoons, the natural satellites revolving around exoplanets that orbit a star outside the solar system. In 2018, David Kipping, an assistant professor of astronomy at Columbia University, and his team thought they had detected the first exomoon around the exoplanet Kepler-1625b and named it Kepler-1625b I. In 2022, another team, including Kipping, appeared to have discovered a second such non-stellar extrasolar body around Kepler-1708b and aptly dubbed it Kepler-1708b I. However, Rene Heller, a scientist at Max Planck Institute for Solar System Research, and Michael Hippke of Sonneberg Observatory wrote in a paper published in Nature Astronomy, "The probability of a moon orbiting Kepler-1708b is clearly lower than previously reported. The data do not suggest the existence of an exomoon around Kepler-1708b." They said the same thing about Kepler 1625b. David Kipping, Alex Teachey and a group of researchers from previous studies have responded to Heller and Hippke's claim. They wrote, "Recently, Heller & Hippke argued that the exomoon candidates Kepler-1625 b I and Kepler-1708 b I were allegedly 'refuted.'" According to them, Hellen and Hippke neglected data, eliminating the exomoon-supporting signal in the Hubble light curves for Kepler-1625b I. The two exoplanets at issue, Kepler-1625b and Kepler-1708 b are around 8,000 and 5,500 light years away from Earth, which is an extreme distance. Researchers used a technique similar to the transit method to detect these two exoplanets, initially captured by the Kepler Space Telescope. ALSO READ | A bacteria-murdering virus may come in handy to kill superbugs Exomoons are hard to detect, and the only evidence is light curves. However, these curves around exomoons are fainter than those around exoplanets. Different researchers employ different techniques, methods, models, and algorithms for the structural analysis of these faint exomoon light curves. Kipping and Teachey claim that Heller and Hippke made errors in their analysis and excluded critical information in their study. "We demonstrate that their Hubble light curve exhibits ~20 per cent higher noise and discards 11% of the useful data, which compromises its ability to recover the subtle signal of Kepler-1625 b I," write Kipping and Teachey. However, they added, "We begin by clearly stating, both exomoon candidates may not be real. Our original and continued claim is modest: these objects are candidates for which the data exhibits substantial but not entirely conclusive evidence in favour of exomoons." Both studies show how challenging the detection of exomoons can be until there are major advancements in telescope technology. Kipping believes this debate between the two research teams is an opportunity to compare methods and conclude on the best approach to discover more about these exomoons. (With inputs from agencies)

Do moons exist outside our solar systems? Researchers argue on discovery of exomoons

Elmo had no idea that "the world around us was burning" until he asked how everyone was doing on X. On January 29, Elmo, the red puppet character from the children's TV show Sesame Street, posted on X, "Elmo is just checking in!

Elmo had no idea that "the world around us was burning" until he asked how everyone was doing on X. On January 29, Elmo, the red puppet character from the children's TV show Sesame Street, posted on X, "Elmo is just checking in! How is everybody doing?" In response, thousands of people unloaded their existential dread and life problems on him. The question prompted several internet users to vent out and share their issues with the iconic children's show character who became their therapist for the day. A user replied, "Elmo I’m suffering from existential dread over here." The post has garnered 167 million views and over 11,000 people have replied to it. It has 101,000 likes and 44,000 reposts. Another user posted, "Every morning, I cannot wait to go back to sleep. Every Monday, I cannot wait for Friday to come. Every single day and every single week for life." Celebrities also joined the chain of replies to Elmo's post. Chance The Rapper said, "Honestly, I’m in a really good place rn." The famous American TV personality, who often provides mental health advice to people, replied, "We've Got Issues." Actress Rachel Zegler said, "Resisting the urge to tell elmo that i am kinda sad." ALSO READ | Sophie Turner makes her relationship with beau Peregrine Pearson Insta-official Most replies on Elmo's post made it a collective grievance-airing session. A user said, "I'm at my lowest. Thanks for asking." Another user replied, "elmo im depressed and broke." Some people also shared memes and jokes on how the massive trauma dump might be too much for the poor puppet. A user posted, "Based on the replies we won’t be hearing from Elmo for a while." The responses to Elmo's post were so overwhelming that the official X account of Sesame Street shared links to mental health resources. Despite the comments, Elmo tried his best to keep up. "Wow! Elmo is glad he asked! Elmo is glad he asked! Elmo learned that it is important to ask a friend how they are doing. Elmo will check in again soon, friends! Elmo loves you.#EmotionalWellBeing." Many people wondered online whether Elmo himself might need some love. An X user asked, "Has anyone checked on you @elmo?" Several users appreciated Elmo's initiative. NASA replied to his post saying, "Thanks for checking in @Elmo. Reminding you all that you are made of star stuff." (With inputs from agencies)

Sesame Street's Elmo asked netizens how are they doing. What followed was unreal

Several states across North India might receive rainfall in the coming days amid cold wave conditions, as per the weather department. According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), Delhi might receive light showers on January 31 and February 1 due to a wet spell forming over the Western Himalayan Region between January 29 and February 3.

Several states across North India might receive rainfall in the coming days amid cold wave conditions, as per the weather department. According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), Delhi might receive light showers on January 31 and February 1 due to a wet spell forming over the Western Himalayan Region between January 29 and February 3. It might also cause rainfall across North Indian states on January 30 and 31. Very dense fog and severe cold day conditions might prevail in Bihar and Uttar Pradesh for the next two days, the IMD forecast mentioned. A gradual improvement in the weather is expected thereafter. Under the influences of two western disturbances, Jammu, Kashmir, Ladakh, and Himachal Pradesh might receive light to moderate rainfall or snowfall in the next six days till February 3. Lahaul-Spiti, Kinnaur, Chamba, Kullu, and higher reaches of Mandi, Sirmour, and Shimla might witness one or two spells of heavy snowfall and showers, IMD notified on Sunday. Watch | Mini-Kashmir in Tamil Nadu: Mercury dips below 1C as frost covers areas in Ooty Furthermore, Uttarakhand, Punjab, Chandigarh, Haryana, and West Uttar Pradesh might witness light to moderate rainfall from January 31 to February 2. The higher reaches of Uttarakhand may receive snowfall during this period. Dense to very dense fog conditions will continue to prevail in Punjab, Haryana, Chandigarh, and Uttar Pradesh. Isolated pockets of Uttarakhand, North Madhya Pradesh, Sub-Himalayan West Bengal, Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram, and Tripura might witness dense dog conditions on January 29. The national capital, Delhi, recorded a maximum temperature of 18.6 degrees Celsius and a minimum of six degrees Celsius on Sunday. IMD has also predicted an increase in minimum temperatures by two to four degrees Celsius in several parts of Northwest India during the next four to five days. Many regions in East India will also witness a rise in night temperatures for the next three days. ALSO READ | Man enters Delhi airport runway in major security breach; CISF personnel suspended There will be no significant change in minimum temperatures in many parts of West India during the next 24 hours. The adverse weather conditions have continued to disrupt travel operations in Delhi. Meanwhile, Mumbai is experiencing warm South-easterly winds due to an anti-cyclonic development, leading to the rise in temperature. According to the IMD forecast, the maximum temperature will range between 27 to 28 degrees Celsius, and the minimum will go as low as 18 degrees Celsius on February 1 and 2 in the Maharashtra capital. (With inputs from agencies)

India weather: Rainfall predicted in many regions of North India amid cold wave conditions; Check IMD forecast

7 Foods To Alleviate Digestive Discomfort

Ginger can soothe an upset stomach and reduce nausea. Enjoy it fresh in teas, smoothies, or grated into dishes.


Easily digestible and gentle on the stomach, bananas are rich in potassium and pectin, which help regulate bowel movements and ease digestive issues like diarrhoea.


Probiotic-rich yoghurt contains beneficial bacteria that promote gut health and aid in digestion. Opt for plain, unsweetened yoghurt to avoid added sugars that can exacerbate digestive problems.


Oats help regulate bowel movements and provide sustained energy. Start your day with a bowl of oatmeal topped with fruit for a soothing and nutritious breakfast.


Peppermint has been used for centuries to alleviate digestive discomfort. Enjoy peppermint tea or add fresh mint leaves to salads and dishes for a refreshing and digestive-friendly boost.


Rich in nutrients and easy to digest, bone broth contains amino acids and gelatin that support gut health and promote healing for a sensitive digestive system.


Steamed vegetables like carrots, squash, and spinach are gentle on the stomach and provide essential vitamins and minerals without causing digestive distress.


Here are seven foods to incorporate into your diet to alleviate digestive discomfort:

India vs New Zealand Live Streaming: How To Watch ICC U-19 WC Super Six 

India vs New Zealand, ICC U19 Super Six Match-1

Defending champions India will square off with New Zealand in the super six-stage match of the under-19 ICC World Cup on Tuesday (Jan 30) after three wins on the trot. 


India will clash with New Zealand in the Super Six Match-1 at the ICC U19 World Cup 2024 on Tuesday (Jan 30).


The India vs New Zealand Super Six match at the ICC U19 World Cup will commence at 01:30 pm IST. 


Mangaung Oval in Bloemfontein, South Africa, will host the India vs New Zealand U19 Super Six World Cup match.


Star Sports Network will telecast the India vs New Zealand U19 Super Six World Cup Match-1. 


Disney+Hotstar will broadcast the live streaming of the India vs New Zealand U19 Super Six World Cup Match-1.


India vs New Zealand Live Streaming: How To Watch ICC U-19 WC Super Six

Munawar Faruqui, a stand-up comedian and reality TV star, has won the 17th season of Bigg Boss. On Sunday, Bollywood actor and show host Salman Khan declared the 32-year-old comedian the winner.

Munawar Faruqui, a stand-up comedian and reality TV star, has won the 17th season of Bigg Boss. On Sunday, Bollywood actor and show host Salman Khan declared the 32-year-old comedian the winner. Faruqui defeated actor Abhishek Kumar and won ₹50 lakh ($60,000) and a car through live voting in the finale. Ajay Devgn and R Madhavan were the special guests in the finale. Here's everything you need to know about Munawar Faruqui, the winner of Bigg Boss Season 17. Munawar Faruqui: Early Life & Upbringing Munawar Faruqui was born on 28 January 1992 to a Gujarati Muslim family in Junagadh, Gujarat. He had a tough childhood. He left studies after grade five due to financial problems and did menial jobs to make ends meet. When Munawar was ten, he saw his house burn down during the Godhra riots in Gujarat and became homeless. After his mother's death, he moved to Dongri, Mumbai, when he was 14. He did odd jobs in Mumbai to survive. Munawar Faruqui: Stand-Up Comedy Career & Controversy In January 2020, Munawar Faruqui uploaded his first stand-up comedy video titled "Politics in India, Instagram & Sign Boards." He has over 4.62 million subscribers, and his video "Ghost Story" has over 21 million views on YouTube. He also released a song titled "Jawab" in collaboration with Indian musician Spectra in August 2020. ALSO READ | Filmfare Awards 2024: Ranbir Kapoor, Alia Bhatt and 12th Fail win top honours. See full list of winners In January 2021, Munawar was performing at Munro Cafe in Indore, Madhya Pradesh. Eklavya Singh Gaur, son of BJP MLA Malini Gaur, accused him of making malicious jokes about Hindu deities and stopped the show. MP Police arrested him mid-show. According to reports, the cops had no evidence against him, but his bail plea was still rejected. The Supreme Court of India granted him bail after 37 days. Munawar Faruqui: Reality TV Career Munawar Faruqui won Lock Upp, a reality TV show hosted by Kangana Ranaut in 2022. In November of the same year, he did a Punjabi song titled "Todh" with Prince Narula and Rony Anjali. Munawar Faruqui won Bigg Boss Season 17, hosted by Salman Khan, in 2023-24. Munawar Faruqui: Personal Life Munawar Faruqui has a five-year-old son from his ex-wife, Jasmine, whom he married in 2017 and divorced in 2022. In December 2021, he started dating Nazila Sitaishi, a social media influencer. In Bigg Boss, his ex-partner Ayesha Khan accused him of two-timing with multiple women. (With inputs from agencies)

Bigg Boss 17 winner Munawar Faruqui was once jailed for a stand-up act. Know more about him

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