Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) leader Mehbooba Mufti Shiv Sena (UBT) J&K unit chief Manish Sahni on Monday demanded a public apology from PDP chief Mehbooba Mufti for terming India “lynchistan” over the killing of a labourer from Bengal in Odisha’s Sambalpur and a tribal MBA student in Uttarakhand.“Mehbooba has no right to abuse the country,”…
Vivek Ramaswamy broke his silence amid the ongoing racial attacks on him and chose to counter the fraud allegations against him which resurfaced as he is facing stiff resistance in Ohio. An old clip of journalist Mehdi Hasan asking Ramaswamy about his ‘pump and dump’ scheme to become a billionaire is going viral. Ramaswamy’s campaign…
Red tape may be often associated with officialdom but for J&K’s paperless bureaucracy, green is the go-to colour this year-end as it has achieved the equivalent of “planting over 4.5 lakh trees or taking over 2,200 cars off the roads permanently”, according to a study.Released on Monday, the study by Shahid Iqbal Choudhary, secretary in…
SAN FRANCISCO: India is no longer a decade behind Silicon Valley in building with artificial intelligence, Elevation Capital’s AI partner Krishna Mehra said, arguing that founders in Bengaluru and other Indian hubs are now closer to the global frontier and should aim to build category-leading companies rather than “number two or three” players.“In the SaaS…
JEE Advanced 2026 registration: The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Roorkee has announced the registration dates and complete schedule for JEE Advanced 2026. The exam is conducted for admission to B.Tech programmes at Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs) across India.As announced earlier, JEE Advanced 2026 will be held on May 17, 2026, in computer-based test…
The curtains are drawing on 2025, and in honor of the New Year’s celebration, both December 31st, 202,5 and January 1st, 2026, have a dose of entertainment packed for the audience. From the series finale to regional thrillers, this week, the OTT has the whole package to keep you glued to your screens. So if…
Most people notice when someone avoids eye contact, looks away too often or checks their phone mid-conversation. Blinking, however, rarely gets any attention even though it can quietly signal how focused a listener is. When someone is genuinely taking in your words, their body often settles without them realising. Shoulders lower, breathing evens out and…
Today brings a gentle turning point. Something you’ve believed for a while might begin to lose its hold on you. This isn’t about dramatic change, but quiet clarity. A thought or assumption that once felt heavy may start to feel less true. Let it go without resistance. You don’t have to cling to ideas just…
MUMBAI: At least four people were killed and 10 others injured after a BEST bus hit people on the street while it was reversing near Station Road in Bhandup (West) late on Monday night.The incident was reported to the Mumbai Fire Brigade (MFB) control room at around 10.05 pm on December 29. Preliminary information suggests…
The US State Department started social media vetting of H-1B, H-4 visa applicants from December 15 in a major immigration check. Visa officers are going through all the social media handles of the applicants to check for any anti-American content and applications are getting approved accordingly, at the end of the day or a few…
NEW DELHI: With fog hitting train services and the situation likely to continue for the next few weeks, railways has kept two spare rakes of Vande Bharat trains for timely departure from New Delhi and Varanasi stations, and another is being brought from Western Railway for use in the Northern Zone.Railway ministry officials said that…
The number of ATMs in the country declined as people shifted digital payments. The e-payments network reduced customers’ need for cash withdrawals, even as bank branches continued to expand, a Reserve Bank of India (RBI) report said.Private banks led the contraction, cutting their ATM network to 77,117 from 79,884, while public sector banks reduced their…
IOCL, NABARD and ITI Limited open over 750 apprenticeship and young professional posts Several government-owned organisations and public sector undertakings have opened application windows for apprenticeship and young professional programmes, offering structured training and contractual roles to students and early-career professionals. The ongoing recruitment drives cover technical, non-technical and development-focused positions across multiple locations in…
Thalapathy Vijay’s ‘Jana Nayagan’ is undergoing censor modifications, with recommendations to tone down excessive blood in fight scenes and mute certain dialogues. The team is working to incorporate these changes swiftly to meet the January 9 release date. A New Year’s Eve trailer launch is also planned to build anticipation for the Pongal release. The…
As the clock chimes midnight, a vibrant Spanish custom of devouring twelve grapes for twelve New Year’s wishes enters the spotlight. This delightful ritual not only symbolizes fresh beginnings but also encourages a moment of reflection, allowing the mind and body to embrace tranquility. As the clock nears midnight on New Year’s Eve, a ritual…
You may find yourself feeling more emotional than expected today. Rather than pushing those feelings away, give them a little space to be seen. This isn’t a day to solve everything or chase clarity. Just notice what’s present and stay gentle with yourself. A quiet moment, a slow breath, or a short pause could offer…
Who was Erika Fox? Family identifies missing swimmer after body recovered off California coast amid shark sighting reports (Image via Getty) A body found in the ocean off the California coast has now been identified as Erica Fox, a 55-year-old swimmer who went missing six days ago. She disappeared while swimming near Lovers Point in…
Adin Ross (via Getty Images) The release of Stranger Things season 5, Volume 2, has ignited divisive reactions across the internet from fans, particularly with one scene involving Will, played by Noah Schnapp. People were mixed on the scene where Wil comes out as gay in front of a majority of the show’s characters. Popular…
IndiGo will pilot allowances and add new ones from January 1 to boost staff morale, according to PTI sources. This comes weeks after the airline faced massive disruptions with 4,500 flight cancellations due to rostering issues. The move follows meetings between executives and pilots at various bases, as the carrier also faces pressure from foreign…
NYC phone ban exposes students struggling to read analogue clocks in classrooms. (Getty Images) New York City’s ban on smartphones in schools has delivered quieter corridors, faster foot traffic between classes and more focused lessons. But it has also revealed an unforeseen problem: many students struggle to read analogue clocks without their phones.Teachers across the…
