NASA has signalled a significant change in its lunar exploration plans by opening the prestigious US moon landing contract to additional bidders. The decision comes amid growing delays with SpaceX’s Starship lunar lander, which was originally selected in 2021 to carry astronauts back to the Moon under the Artemis 3 mission. Acting NASA administrator Sean…
US President Joe Biden. (Reuters Photo) WASHINGTON: Democrats face a test of unity in the US House of Representatives on Monday as they begin work on two ambitious spending plans that would devote trillions of dollars to transportation infrastructure and social programs.While centrist Democrats are eager to pass a $1 trillion infrastructure bill that has…
To attract top talent in San Francisco’s competitive housing market, AI startups are now reportedly leasing luxury apartments for employees, a strategy analysts say they have never seen before. According to a report, AI startups are going beyond higher salaries to attract talent, leasing luxury apartments in one of America’s most expensive housing markets. These…
Over 7,000 Christians have reportedly been killed in Nigeria in 2025, with hundreds more kidnapped or displaced, as per Congressman Riley Moore/ Image: X Amid rising reports of violence against Christians in Nigeria, US Congressman Riley Moore, the Republican representative for the state of West Virginia, called for urgent diplomatic action in response to reported…
Pappu Yadav (ANI file photo) NEW DELHI: Congress MP Pappu Yadav on Tuesday alleged that the BJP-led NDA is sidelining Bihar chief minister Nitish Kumar and not giving him due respect. He added that only the Congress party would stand by Kumar.Speaking to reporters, Pappu commented on the political dynamics within the alliance, claiming that…
(left) Virender Sehwag shared with his mother and sons; Segwag’s estranged wife with their sons (Instagram) Virender Sehwag’s social media post on Diwali has created quite a stir among fans.The former India opener, who turned 47 on Monday, posted a photo with his two sons — Aaryavir Sehwag and Vedant Sehwag. Arti Sehwag’s absence from…
Rishabh Pant suffered a broken foot during the Test series vs England. (Getty Images) Rishabh Pant has been named as the captain of the India A squad that will play two four-day matches against South Africa A. India’s wicketkeeper-batter had been recovering since picking up a toe injury during the tour of England. As a…
India is set to become the top driver of office space growth in the Asia-Pacific region in 2026, with Bengaluru, Hyderabad, and Delhi-NCR expected to see the largest additions of Grade-A office space.CBRE forecasts Bengaluru will add 13.09 million sq ft, followed by Hyderabad at 9.25 million sq ft and Delhi-NCR at 8.98 million sq…
Malala Yousafzai memoir reveals personal life and activism journey, including secret romance and family tensions. (Getty Images) Malala Yousafzai, the Pakistani activist who survived a Taliban assassination attempt at age 15 for advocating girls’ education, has become a global symbol of resilience and empowerment. Born in 1997 in Mingora, Swat Valley, Pakistan, she rose to…
Rescuers evacuate a resident as floods rise due to Typhoon Bualoi (Image credits: AP) MANILA: Another tropical storm barreled across Philippine islands Friday, causing at least four deaths and new evacuations of tens of thousands of people from landslide, and flood-prone villages long battered by typhoons. Bualoi, which has weakened since making landfall overnight, was…
Farah Khan gave a glimpse of Jackie Shroff’s serene farmhouse between Mumbai and Pune. The tour featured playful moments with cook Dilip, including a funny lungi exchange. The elegant estate, celebrating Jackie’s 25th wedding anniversary, boasts lush greenery, a gym, pool, open kitchen, amphitheatre, and organic farming spaces. Farah Khan took viewers inside Jackie Shroff’s…
Apple‘s Find My app has cost the city of Denver, US $3.76 million in compensation and damages. In 2022, the city’s police wrongly raided and ransacked an elderly woman’s home looking for a stolen truck and guns. According to a report by CNN, Denver police were seeking to recover a stolen truck loaded with guns,…
Delhi’s air quality has plummeted to hazardous levels following Diwali celebrations. The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) reported an AQI of 344 as of 10 PM on October 20, 2025, categorizing it as “very poor” (Central Pollution Control Board). This spike in pollution is primarily due to post-Diwali fireworks and unfavorable weather conditions. For seniors,…
Astrology isn’t just about predicting the future or analyzing personality traits — it also extends to everyday habits, including something as routine as washing your hair. According to astrological beliefs, the day you choose to wash your hair can influence your energy, luck, and even beauty. Many astrologers say that certain planetary influences make some…
Maruti Suzuki India has reached a major milestone by inaugurating its 5,000th Arena Service outlet in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu. With this addition, the company’s nationwide service network has now expanded to over 5,640 touchpoints, covering 2,818 cities in India.Maruti Suzuki’s service ecosystem includes a wide range of formats: Arena and Nexa workshops, Maruti Suzuki Sales…
Representative image (Picture credit: AP) NEW YORK: Two bright green comets are streaming through the skies and are visible to skygazers in the Northern Hemisphere. Both hail from the outer edges of our solar system – possibly what’s known as the Oort Cloud, well beyond Pluto. Comet Lemmon will have its closest brush with Earth…
Congressman Steve Chabot. (Getty Images) WASHINGTON: Pakistan and its intelligence service have played a key role in fostering the Taliban and allowing it to eventually take over Afghanistan, a top Republican lawmaker has alleged, stating that it is disgusting to watch Islamabad celebrate the group’s victory that will bring “untold brutality” to Afghans.Congressman Steve Chabot,…
Local residents pray over the bodies of victims of a Pakistani cross-border airstrike, including three local cricketers, during a funeral in the village of Khandaro in the Argun district of Afghanistan’s eastern Paktika province. (AP) The Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) spokesperson Sayed Naseem Sadaat has strongly condemned Pakistan’s airstrike in Paktika province that killed three…
NEOM’s ambitious mega-city project in Saudi Arabia advances rapidly, showcasing futuristic designs and sustainable construction innovations, captivating global attention / AI-generated illustration Saudi Arabia’s NEOM megacity, particularly its centerpiece project ‘The Line,’ has captured global attention as a futuristic urban experiment. Originally pitched as a 170-kilometer, zero-carbon, car-free city, NEOM promised to redefine urban living…
UP CM Yogi Adityanath (Photo credit: ANI) LUCKNOW: Uttar Pradesh chief minister Yogi Adityanath on Tuesday said that 1,000 quintals of wheat seed have been sent to Punjab for the farmers affected by recent floods in the state, highlighting his government’s support for farmers during natural disasters.The chief minister today attended the seed assistance vehicle…
