Palmer Luckey was only 21 when Meta acquired his virtual reality startup, Oculus VR in March 2014. The company was acquired for a whopping $2 billion, making it one of biggest tech deals of the decade. With the acquisition, Palmer Luckey became one of the youngest self-made billionaires then. “Mobile is the platform of today,…
Patrick Mahomes’ 15 and the Mahomies Foundation is making a significant community impact, with partner Youth Volunteer Corps reporting over 92,000 volunteer hours and $3.2 million in community benefit. Brittany Mahomes actively supports these efforts, highlighting the foundation’s growing influence beyond football. The foundation’s initiatives, like Read for 15 and Volunteer for 15, foster positive…
The Punjab government, under its campaign -Yudh Nashean Virudh, is yielding significant results, with individuals receiving treatment and rehabilitation support.The campaign, introduced on March 1, 2025, combines strict action against drug traffickers with large-scale efforts focused on de-addiction, counselling, rehabilitation and public awareness.Punjab health minister Balbir Singh said that between March 2025 and May 2026,…
RBSE class 12 board exam schedule 2026 The Rajasthan Board of Secondary Education (RBSE) has released the Class 12 board exam schedule for the 2026 session. According to the timetable, the theory exams will start on February 12, 2026, and end on March 11, 2026. These exams will be held for students from Science, Commerce,…
Adrian Hill (Image via: IG/X) Referee Adrian Hill’s sudden lower-leg injury during the Buffalo Bills–Houston Texans game on Thursday created an unusual halt in play and shifted the momentum of an already bruising matchup. The incident unfolded early in the third quarter at NRG Stadium, moments after Houston delivered yet another heavy hit on Josh…
China is carrying out an extensive ocean-mapping and monitoring programme across the Pacific, Indian and Arctic oceans, collecting data that naval experts believe could significantly enhance its submarine warfare capabilities against the United States and its allies. The effort, involving dozens of research vessels and hundreds of underwater sensors, is not limited to scientific research….
Harshit Rana, Matheesha Pathirana and Josh Hazelwood (Agency Image) Injuries, or non-availability, to top pacers close to the start of the IPL can give sleepless nights to franchise coaches and the support staff. While Lucknow Super Giants, for a few years now, have been one of the worst-affected teams, this time around three teams are…
Airtel Africa’s initial public offering of its mobile money business could raise between $1.5 billion and $2 billion, according to people familiar with the matter.London is now the most likely location for the listing of Airtel Money, the people said, asking not be identified as the information is still private. An exchange in the UAE…
A “mummified half-fish, half-human” figure was reportedly found in an old house in Fukushima. The skeletal remains appear to have a humanoid upper body with long arms and claw-like hands. Its mouth contains multiple pointed teeth, and the lower body has a fish-like tail with scale-like textures. Experts say the model is likely crafted rather…
Conventional warfare still relevant, says defence minister NAGPUR/NEW DELHI: Defence minister Rajnath Singh said Friday that despite the changing nature of warfare and the emergence of new-age security threats, “conventional military capabilities and means are still as relevant as they were in 1947”, making a strong military-industrial base essential for the country’s security.He made the…
NEW DELHI: Pakistan’s retaliation put the Uri hydroelectric plant near the Line of Control (LoC) under significant risk during a high-risk security situation that unfolded after India launched Operation Sindoor. However, the CISF successfully foiled the attempted attack, protecting both the power project and the residents living nearby.On Tuesday, the CISF honoured 19 of its…
IOCL Apprentice recruitment 2026: The Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) has started the online registration process for 405 Apprentice vacancies under its Marketing Division – Western Region. The recruitment is being conducted for Trade, Technician and Graduate Apprentice positions.Interested and eligible candidates can apply through the NAPS or the NATS portals.The online application process began…
NAGPUR: Maharashtra delivered a knockout blow to Maoist insurgency, effectively wiping out guerrilla presence in Gadchiroli district in a 100-hour coordinated action this week, leaving zero active Maoists in police records. This comes 45 days after Union home minister Amit Shah’s March 31 deadline to eradicate left-wing extremism in the country. The last four standing…
Mammootty’s latest action thriller ‘Kalamkaval’ has opened strongly, earning an estimated Rs 10.25 crore in its first two days. The film, featuring Vinayakan, saw a slight increase in collections on its second day. The plot follows a police investigation into missing women in early 2000s Kerala, with Mammootty delivering a compelling villainous performance. Malayalam icon…
Silicon Valley giant OpenAI is set to make a debut on Wall Street, as the firm confidentially filed paperwork for an initial public offering (IPO). The firm confidentially filed paperwork for an initial public offering (IPO) with the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC).As the filing remains confidential, details such as the number of shares…
In a stunning leap of creativity, Salman Khan is preparing to captivate viewers with a series of never-before-seen personas in his latest action-packed film, helmed by the talented Vamshi Paidipally and brought to life by producer Dil Raju. The extraordinary makeup artist Preetisheel Singh, famed for her dazzling work on ‘Dhurandhar’, is transforming the superstar…
SRINAGAR: Peoples Conference president and J&K legislator Sajad Gani Lone on Wednesday called for “a profound and uncompromising reassessment of the Kashmir-Jammu relationship”, advocating separation of the two regions.Even as governing National Conference, including its president Faooq Abdullah and CM Omar Abdullah, vehemently rejected such demands as divisive and echoing Pakistan’s agenda, Lone rejected the…
Considered one of India’s most significant trade agreements in recent years, CETA will provide duty-free market access for almost 99% of Indian exports. (AI image) India-UK FTA: The India-UK Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement or CETA comes into effect from July 15, 2026. The landmark trade deal is set to deliver several benefits to Indian…
A small near-earth asteroid is expected to make a close pass by Earth on 21 April 2026, according to data reportedly shared by NASA. The object has been identified as 2026 HJ1 and is being monitored by astronomers using specialised telescopes. It appears to be part of the regular stream of space objects that move…
The financial fog is lifting as overdue payments and refunds come through. While this is a cause for celebration, stay aware of your emotional state and don’t let setbacks in other areas dampen your spirits. In your relationships, take the time to seek reassurance and clear up any confusion. Career growth is on track, but…
