Governor Kathy Hochul revealed her guidance aided Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani in his crucial White House meeting with President Donald Trump. The discussion concluded amicably, reducing concerns about federal intervention in New York City. Mamdani assured Trump of his commitment to safety and governance, leading to a more cooperative stance from the President. This meeting has…
A volcanic ash cloud from Ethiopia’s Hayli Gubbi volcano entered western India on Monday evening, moving across northern states. While unlikely to significantly impact Delhi’s air quality, the plume is traveling at high altitudes and could disrupt air traffic, causing delays. Authorities and airlines are closely monitoring the situation for safe air travel.
The Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) February 2026 exam date is set for February 8th. This mandatory exam for aspiring teachers classes 1-8 will soon open for registrations. Candidates must meet specific educational criteria for Paper I and Paper II. The application process involves online registration, form filling, document upload, fee payment, and confirmation page…
Bollywood icon Dharmendra’s immense impact across India is highlighted, with his major Hindi hits like ‘Seeta Aur Geeta’ and ‘Phool Aur Patthar’ being successfully remade in Tamil, Telugu, and Malayalam. Despite ‘Sholay’s’ unparalleled success, its southern interpretations didn’t quite match. Southern stars like Rajinikanth, Chiranjeevi, and Mohanlal paid heartfelt tributes, remembering his golden heart and…
Asian stocks surged Tuesday, driven by strong expectations of a December US Federal Reserve rate cut following dovish comments from Fed officials. Technology shares led the rebound, with markets viewing the recent pullback as temporary. Crude prices steadied as geopolitical concerns were balanced against forecasts of a softer oil market next year.
Southern, eastern, and northeastern India are bracing for intense weather activity this week, with heavy to very heavy rainfall, thunderstorms, and strong winds expected. Tamil Nadu and the Andaman & Nicobar Islands will experience prolonged and severe rainfall phases. Fishermen are warned of rough seas and gale-force winds as a cyclonic system develops.
Young wicketkeeper-batter Dhruv Jurel faced pressure after a poor outing at No. 4 against South Africa. He was dismissed for a duck after a hesitant pull shot against Keshav Maharaj. Former keeper Parthiv Patel criticized the shot selection and Jurel’s inability to capitalize on opportunities at the crucial batting position.
Pune-based Greenex Environmental has partnered with Norway’s EPD Global to offer Environmental Product Declaration (EPD) services to Indian manufacturers. This collaboration aims to enhance sustainability, transparency, and international market access for businesses, particularly MSMEs, by providing high-quality, cost-effective EPD certification.
During her defamation trial against blogger Milagro Cooper, Megan Thee Stallion addressed pointed musical jabs from Nicki Minaj and Drake. She revealed her strong reaction to Minaj’s diss track ‘Big Foot’ and clarified Drake’s lyric about ‘shots,’ asserting she doesn’t have cosmetic procedures. The testimony highlighted the rapper’s ongoing efforts to control her narrative amidst…
Contrary to popular belief, extreme healthy habits like over-exercising and neglecting rest can accelerate ageing. A recent study highlights that leisure activities, not just intense training, are linked to longevity. Hence, one should prioritise balance, recovery and flexible routines over rigid discipline as these are crucial for smart, healthy ageing and avoiding burnout.
