Astronomers have observed odd and strange lights on the Moon, or Transient Lunar Phenomena (TLPs), for centuries. These TLPs vary from bright, short flashes to weak glows and transitory colour changes, drawing the interest of observers across the globe. More than 3,000 TLPs have been sighted so far, but their precise causes are unknown. Scientists…
The statue of Thomas Jefferson. (Agency photo) NEW YORK: US President Thomas Jefferson‘s statue, a presence for more than a century in the New York City Council chamber, is coming down following a public commission reassessment of the legacy of the founding father who was also a slaveholder. The New York City Public Design Commission…
Hardik Pandya and Mahieka Sharma (Image credit: Agencies) NEW DELHI: Indian cricketer Hardik Pandya and model Mahieka Sharma have made their relationship Instagram official, two years after his separation from Natasa Stankovic. The couple’s appearance at a Diwali celebration in coordinated red traditional outfits has set social media abuzz.The duo attended a star-studded Diwali party…
From left, Independent candidate former New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo, Republican candidate Curtis Sliwa and Democratic candidate Zohran Mamdani participate in a mayoral debate, Thursday, Oct. 16, 2025, in New York. (AP Photo) New York City mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani continues to hold a double-digit lead in the race, but his advantage over Andrew M….
NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday penned a letter to citizens on the occasion of Deepavali, highlighting the festival as a time of energy, enthusiasm, and reflection on the nation’s achievements. In his message, he noted that this is the second Deepavali after the construction of the Ram Temple in Ayodhya and emphasised…
Hikaru Nakamura struggled for composure while discussing the passing of Grandmaster Daniel Naroditsky. (YouTube) The chess community went into mourning over the unexpected death of American Grandmaster Daniel Naroditsky, who passed away at age 29. The Charlotte Chess Center announced the tragic news on Monday through their X account, sending shockwaves through the chess world.“The…
Ravi Shastri believes that the legendary duo would do nothing to diminish their legacy by continuing their careers. (ICC Photo) NEW DELHI: Former India head coach Ravi Shastri, who guided Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli during their prime years, knows better than most how exceptional the two batters are — both at home and abroad,…
Gold may see some correction ahead of the US CPI and PMI reports to be released on October 24 as hot inflation data may hurt December cut chances. (AI image) Gold price prediction: Gold prices are likely to be volatile in the coming days and instead of chasing the rally, investors should look to buy…
Delhi Police Recruitment 2025 Delhi Police recruitment 2025: The application window for the Delhi Police Constable (Executive) Recruitment 2025 closes today, October 21, 2025. Interested and eligible candidates who have not yet submitted their applications must apply online at ssc.nic.in before the deadline ends.A total of 7,565 Constable posts are being recruited by the Delhi…
UNITED NATIONS: China has for the first time made specific emission cut pledges, though its goal of reducing planet-warming greenhouse gases just seven to 10 percent by 2035 is seen as far too modest.But Beijing has often under-promised and over-delivered, analysts say, and its pledge offers a path towards more ambitious efforts to tackle climate…
Taylor Swift, the renowned musical artist, released her 12th studio album ‘The Life of a Showgirl’ earlier this month – and the streams have consistently charted off the roofs. As the album makes an indelible mark on the industry, one of her most famous exes, Joe Jonas, reacted to the album, which consists of a…
Elon Musk has been extremely critical of ChatGPT maker OpenAI for deviating from its mission to develop AI for the benefit of humanity and taking a profit-making path. He has advocated that artificial intelligence (AI) should be accessible for all, and he has now announced that his AI startup xAI will open source Grok chatbot…
Delhi woke up on Tuesday shrouded in a dense haze–the after-effects of Diwali firecrackers. Despite Supreme Court-mandated restrictions on firecracker usage, widespread bursting of fireworks pushed the Air Quality Index (AQI) into the ‘severe’ category, raising serious health concerns for residents across the national capital and surrounding satellite towns.The city-wide AQI averaged 451 at 7…
This daily horoscope series blends Lal Kitab’s astrological wisdom with personalized guidance for each zodiac sign. It focuses on planetary influences, karmic patterns, and simple, symbolic remedies. With grounded language and cultural depth, each entry helps you align your energy, thoughts, and actions for emotional and spiritual balance. Aries Lal Kitab Horoscope Today, 21 October…
Image Credits: X/tweetsbycb. Indian cricket star Rohit Sharma was recently spotted driving a brand-new Tesla Model Y in Mumbai. Given the registration number donned by the popular electric car, it appears that he has bought it. The Tesla’s registration number ends with “3015” reportedly holding a sentimental meaning. According to reports, the digits combine the…
Interstellar object 3I/ATLAS has captured the attention of scientists and space enthusiasts around the world. Renowned Professor Brian Cox describes this comet as truly remarkable, offering a rare window into the early universe. Discovered on 1 July 2025 by the Asteroid Terrestrial-impact Last Alert System (ATLAS), it is only the third confirmed interstellar object to…
Lance Lowry (Agency photo) NEW YORK: At a Georgia state House of Representatives hearing on prison conditions in September, a corrections officer called in to testify, interrupting his shift to tell lawmakers how dire conditions had become. On a “good day,” he told lawmakers, he had maybe six or seven officers to supervise roughly 1,200…
The East Wing of the White House started coming down on Monday as construction began on President Donald Trump’s new 90,000-square-foot ballroom. The project will nearly double the size of the White House and completely change how it looks.Trump has already made big changes to other parts of Washington, and now he’s changing how the…
Australian based food influencer Stacey Hatfield’s career was cut short when she suddenly died — just after she became a mother.On September 29, Hatfield died due to complications during the birth of child at home, according to her husband, Australian Broadcasting Corporation reported. Her husband, Nathan Warnecke, said she died after giving birth to the…
NAGPUR: In a worrying trend, accidents, poaching, and electrocution accounted for a significant number of 142 tiger and 537 leopard deaths reported in Maharashtra from Jan 2022 to Sept 2025. The big cat fatality data was provided by the principal chief conservator of forests (PCCF), Nagpur, in response to a Right to Information (RTI) query.The…
