Veteran playback singer Alka Yagnik was honoured with the Padma Bhushan on June 23. The singer who has been struggling with her health as she was diagnosed with a hearing disorder in 2024. She penned an emotional note as she received the prestigious civilian award from President Droupadi Murmu during the second investiture ceremony held…
As chatbots become the first point of contact for customer complaints, one question keeps coming up online: Is anyone actually reading what users are typing?That debate has resurfaced after a Reddit user shared an unusual experience involving a food delivery order and an automated support system. The post was not just about a delivery issue….
Several feared trapped after under-construction warehouse collapses in Kolkata (Picture credits: ANI) KOLKATA: Several people are feared trapped after an under-construction warehouse collapsed in the Taratala area of west Kolkata on Wednesday afternoon, triggering a large-scale rescue operation involving multiple agencies.Police said four people have so far been rescued from the debris.A Kolkata Police official…
Tamara Thomas and Damion Thomas/Image: X A teacher couple has been jailed after their 12-year-old son died from undiagnosed diabetes, despite showing severe symptoms hours before his death.Tamara Thomas, 46, and Damion Thomas, 48, failed to seek urgent medical help for their son Joshua after he became critically ill at their home in Kings Heath,…
Oil prices drop to the lowest since February on Iran supply hopes Crude oil prices extended their decline on Wednesday, falling to fresh four-month lows as signs of improving tanker movement through the Strait of Hormuz and expectations of increased Iranian exports eased concerns over supply disruptions, according to Reuters.Brent crude futures dropped $1.37, or…
Supreme Court on Wednesday dismissed a plea filed by an Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) candidate who questioned how the Rs 8 lakh annual income limit for EWS eligibility could be reconciled with the high fees charged by private medical colleges.A Bench of Justice BV Nagarathna and Justice Joymalya Bagchi upheld a Rajasthan High Court order…
Sonakshi Sinha, who has over a million YouTube subscribers, made it clear that acting remains her true passion and content creation is merely a by-product of her work. She also spoke about beauty standards in Indian cinema and revealed her mother Poonam Sinha’s skincare secret of using aloe vera. Sonakshi Sinha has successfully carved out…
In a recent post on Truth Social, Trump said that the US will ‘NEVER’ become a communist country US President Donald Trump posted a brief but pointed message on Truth Social on Wednesday, declaring that the United States would ‘NEVER’ become a communist country, hours after candidates backed by New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani secured…
The creator economy reached a historic milestone in 2026. According to Forbes’ 2026 Top Creators list, the world’s 50 highest-earning social media stars generated a combined $1.02 billion between March 2025 and March 2026, marking the first time collective earnings crossed the billion-dollar mark. The total represents a 20 per cent increase from the $853…
India is turning to its overseas community to boost its foreign currency inflows, with banks expected to offer substantial leverage on special foreign-currency deposits. This comes after the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) cleared lenders to extend loans against such deposits.Earlier on Tuesday, the apex bank said that lenders can extend loans to overseas residents…
The All India Institute of Medical Sciences has released the INI SS 2026 Round 1 seat allocation list for Super Speciality courses. The allotment details are available online for candidates who participated in the counselling process. Selected applicants must accept their seats, complete document verification, and join their assigned institutes within the specified deadline. All…
Know all about the soundtrack of ‘Voicemails for Isabelle’ ‘Voicemails for Isabelle’, starring Nick Robinson and Zoey Deutch in the lead roles, is sparking a lot of feelings for fans all across the globe. While the actors’ chemistry and the storyline have all been praised heavily by fans, the film’s sound track has been getting…
Ekadashi is one of the most auspicious days in Sanatan Dharma. This is the most sacred day for the Hindus and people observe strict fast starting from sunrise and break their fast next day on Dwadashi tithi. There are 24 Ekadashi observances in a year and Nirjala Ekadashi is one of those Ekadashi’s. This Ekadashi…
Renault India has expanded the Kiger line-up with the introduction of four new variants across naturally aspirated and turbo-petrol powertrains. The update aims to make turbo performance and premium features more accessible to buyers. With the revised range, the Renault Kiger Turbo is now priced from Rs 7.89 lakh (ex-showroom), making it the most affordable…
Infosys Chairman Nandan Nilekani sent a ‘calming message’ to shareholders at the company’s 45th Annual General Meeting (AGM). Addressing shareholders, Nilekani answered what has been the biggest worry of most analysts and shareholders about software companies. “AI will not replace companies like ours. It will amplify those who move with purpose and adapt with speed,”…
Congress senior leader Jairam Ramesh gives his views on Cockroach Janta Party NEW DELHI: Congress leader Jairam Ramesh on Wednesday said the Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) movement is an important vehicle for sending a message of frustration on the part of the youth, but ultimately established political parties have to take the issues raised by…
Medical aspirants who appeared for the Re-NEET UG 2026 examination are awaiting the release of the provisional answer key and response sheets. While the NTA has not announced an official date, past patterns suggest the answer key could be published by June 28. Candidates will be allowed to challenge discrepancies before the final answer key…
The launch of ‘Dharman,’ starring Rajinikanth for his 173rd movie, became both entertaining and enlightening as the Superstar revealed quite a few secrets about the movie. Addressing the gathering along with producer Kamal Haasan and director Ashwath Marimuthu, Rajinikanth spoke to the audience with characteristic humor and candor. The actor also commented on how difficult…
There comes a point when almost everyone notices it. A silver strand near the temple. A few greys hiding in the parting. Then suddenly, one day, there are enough of them that ignoring them is no longer an option.And with that comes the question many people know all too well: Do I colour my hair,…
Kerala HC invalidates BJP councillors’ oaths taken in names of deities, Mother India NEW DELHI: The Kerala high court on Wednesday ruled that elected local body representatives must take their oath strictly in the manner prescribed by law, declaring invalid the oaths of several BJP councillors in the Thiruvananthapuram Corporation who invoked the names of…
