World’s Tallest Hotel Opens with Daring Wingsuit Flight Through ‘Eye of the Needle’ In a stunning display that married adrenaline with architectural spectacle, five elite wingsuit athletes from XDubai recently executed a daring precision flight around Ciel Dubai Marina, which is now officially recognised as the world’s tallest hotel. The aerial stunt, part of the…
Alex Jones said H-1B Indians taking over US workplaces is just like a mafia. Far-right radio commentator Alex Jones dissected the ongoing H-1B row and called it a mafia where 7 in 10 H-1Bs come from one region of India. Alex Jones said he does not hate India, but it is no less than a…
NTA DG (Image source: ANI) The National Testing Agency (NTA) on Sunday said the NEET-UG 2026 re-examination was conducted smoothly across the country under extensive security arrangements, with no complaints related to question paper leaks reported so far.“So far, from what we have heard, everything went well. We have received good reports. A lot of…
NEW DELHI: Delhi govt is set to introduce the Pink Saheli card from the New Year with modalities near completion, officials said, reports . The smart card will be mandatory for women availing of free rides in Delhi Transport Corporation (DTC) buses and is aimed at bringing greater transparency and efficiency to the scheme that…
Gurinder Chadha is back with a bang, ready to unveil her musical masterpiece ‘Christmas Karma’, which draws inspiration from the classic film ‘It’s a Wonderful Life’ and incorporates an exuberant Bhangra performance sure to uplift holiday spirits. Gurinder Chadha is preparing to bring a festive burst of South Asian spirit to screens with her new…
Vaibhav Sooryvanshi (Photo ANI) Mumbai: Teenaged batting sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s wait for his maiden India cap continued on Sunday when he wasn’t included in the XI for the second T20I against Ireland at Belfast, with India’s team management remaining firm on its decision to play openers Sanju Samson, India’s 2026 T20 World Cup hero, and…
The sandbox tree does not look dangerous at first glance, but it has earned a frightening reputation for a reason. Native to tropical regions of Central and South America, this towering tree is often described as one of the most dangerous in the world because nearly every part of it has a way of warning…
NEW DELHI: The Cabinet on Wednesday approved amendments to the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act, proposing to bring clarity in respect of prior permissions by enabling the govt to prescribe the validity period within which foreign contributions may be received and also the timelines for their utilisation.The bill is likely to be introduced in the current…
Nikhat Zareen (Image credit: AIBA) PATIALA: Nikhat Zareen has declined the national federation BFI’s offer to compete in the women’s 48kg category at next month’s senior World Cup in China, choosing instead to remain focused on her long-term ambitions in the 51kg division ahead of the Olympic qualification cycle and next year’s World Championships.“It’s already…
The new proposal of the Donald Trump administration to seek five years of social media history has spread confusion as this rule will be imposed on people from countries that are on US visa waiver. The five-year social media history is the latest in a series of immigration crackdowns that the Trump administration unleashed this…
NEW DELHI: The Supreme Court on Friday refused to entertain a petition filed by Prashant Kishor’s Jan Suraaj Party challenging the 2025 Bihar assembly elections. A bench comprising CJI Surya Kant and Justice Joymalya Bagchi declined to issue any direction on the request to annul the election results and order fresh polls. “How many votes…
A federal judge has temporarily stopped the Trump administration from remaking the Head Start program, ordering officials to pause efforts to remove language linked to diversity, equity and inclusion from grant applications and to halt further layoffs within the federal Office of Head Start.The order was issued this week in a lawsuit filed in April…
Asia relies heavily on energy supplies from the Middle East, leaving the region particularly exposed. (AI image) Middle East tensions due to the ongoing conflict of Israel and the US with Iran have raised fears of the Strait of Hormuz – a key maritime route being closed – threatening crude oil and LNG supplies for…
Yokohama India has launched its latest premium touring tyre, the BluEarth-GT MAX. This is a next-generation evolution of the brand’s BluEarth-GT series. As per the company, the new tyre is designed to offer up to 30% higher mileage.The BluEarth-GT MAX has been developed keeping in mind both urban traffic and highway cruising conditions. It will…
NEW DELHI: The Congress on Friday took a swipe at Prime Minister Narendra Modi a day after Parliament passed the VB-G RAM G Bill, which seeks to replace the 20-year-old Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act, alleging that the Prime Minister is suffering from a “case of acute acronym-itis”. Winter Session Closes As Lok…
Long before celebrity environmental campaigns became common, Morgan Freeman quietly began transforming his 124-acre ranch in Mississippi into a safe haven for bees. Concerned about declining pollinator populations and the growing environmental threat posed by disappearing honeybees, Freeman imported 26 beehives from Arkansas in 2014 and began planting bee-friendly vegetation across his property, including lavender,…
The standard deduction limit varies depending on the tax regime that salaried taxpayers opt for. (AI image) Budget 2026 income tax expectations: Standard deduction is seen as a much needed relief for taxpayers – it’s a simple, straightforward deduction from your gross income – a fixed amount that allows salaried taxpayers and pensioners to reduce…
BENGALURU: Train travel between Bengaluru and Mumbai is expected to be fast and more comfortable, with Indian Railways approving Vande Bharat sleeper service. The route, stops, travel time and launch date will be announced soon, sources said. Railway minister Ashwini Vaishnaw informed Bangalore Central MP PC Mohan in a letter about the approval for the…
At Harvard, students are voicing their concerns about the newly inaugurated Office of Culture and Community, citing a lack of adequate support. Grade inflation issues are raising eyebrows too, with students championing the need for clearer communication. Moreover, the campus shuttle app has come under fire for its inconsistent performance, prompting calls for enhanced public…
An amazing scientific breakthrough discovered that some natural bacteria living in the waters of a flooded uranium mine may be a new approach to dealing with radioactive pollution. As per a study, scientists found out that the microbes are capable of altering the form of the dissolved uranium in such a way that makes the…
