Gaining admission to top U.S. universities is incredibly tough, with Niche’s 2026 list revealing the nation’s most selective institutions. Caltech leads with a 3% acceptance rate, followed closely by Harvard, Minerva, Stanford, Columbia, Princeton, Yale, University of Chicago, MIT, and Brown. These elite schools demand exceptional academic prowess and extracurricular achievements from aspiring students.
Hundreds of passengers, including Namita desperately trying to perform her father’s asthi visarjan, were left stranded as IndiGo cancelled hundreds of flights nationwide. The airline cited pilot and crew shortages for the operational meltdown, leaving travellers facing exorbitant rebooking costs and significant distress. Many missed crucial life events and appointments due to the unprecedented disruption.
Young professionals in West Hyderabad are embracing night-time box cricket on artificial turf as a popular after-work activity. Venues in Gachibowli, Madhapur, and the Financial District offer a convenient, affordable, and fun way to de-stress, stay active, and build community. These games provide a welcome escape, fostering camaraderie and reliving childhood joys.
Russian President Vladimir Putin’s flight to India became the world’s most tracked, with his arrival in New Delhi this evening. Prime Minister Narendra Modi greeted him, and the two leaders are set to discuss defense and trade over two days. Putin traveled in his highly customized presidential aircraft, the ‘Flying Kremlin’.
Actor-dancer Siddharth Nigam debuts in the Broadway-style musical Kaneez. This marks a significant step in his artistic journey. Nigam is exploring new creative avenues. He is also working on upcoming projects for Amazon and a theatrical film. Nigam clarifies he is not related to singer Sonu Nigam, finding the association amusing.
IndiGo’s operational crisis has worsened, with its on-time performance plummeting to a record low of 8.5%. This has led to widespread cancellations and delays, forcing passengers to book expensive tickets on other airlines. Fares have skyrocketed, with some one-way economy tickets costing over Rs 39,000, leaving many stranded.
Kartik Aaryan is celebrating his sister’s wedding in Gwalior, winning hearts with his lively dance to ‘Lollipop Lagelu’. He also shared joyful Haldi moments with his sister Kritika. Meanwhile, he gears up for his next film ‘Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu Meri’, co-starring Ananya Panday, releasing on December 25.
IndiGo has grounded domestic departures from Delhi, extending a week of widespread flight cancellations and delays impacting hundreds of thousands of passengers. The airline cites unforeseen operational challenges, including new pilot duty regulations, but pilot unions point to flawed planning and a lean manpower strategy as root causes for the ongoing chaos.
A Harvard Institute of Politics survey reveals that Americans under 30 are navigating a generation under stress, with 57% believing the country is on the wrong track and widespread doubts about democracy. Economic instability, political distrust, and AI-driven disruption are reshaping career choices, pushing young adults toward adaptability, skill development, and non-traditional work paths in…
The US State Department is tightening visa vetting, requiring H-1B workers and H-4 dependents to undergo social media screening from December 15. Applicants must set accounts to public and disclose all usernames from the past five years, including inactive ones. This expanded review aims to enhance national security by identifying potential threats.
