IMD forecasts heavy rainfall, thunderstorms and dense fog across multiple regions; what it means for travellers

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.

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“It was just so silly” – Megan Thee Stallion delivers candid testimony on Nicki Minaj’s ‘Big Foot’ diss and Drake’s alleged subliminal

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…

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When fitness goes wrong: Surprising ‘healthy’ habits that may be ageing you faster, 3 ways to fix it

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.

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Prithviraj Sukumaran’s ‘Vilayath Buddha’ faces online hate; ‘Fake reviews causing losses,’ says producer; Police begin investigation

Producer Sandeep Senan has filed a police complaint against a YouTube channel for allegedly spreading religious and political hatred through a cyberattack targeting Prithviraj Sukumaran’s film ‘Vilayath Buddha’. The channel is accused of misrepresenting the movie’s plot to create societal polarization and fuel communal discord, causing significant financial losses. Police have registered a case and…

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‘Civilian’s house bombed’: Pakistan strikes Afghanistan, says Taliban government; 9 kids, 1 woman dead

Pakistani forces conducted strikes in Afghanistan overnight. At least ten people died, including nine children and one woman. The bombings occurred in Khost province. Air strikes in Kunar and Paktika provinces injured four civilians. This follows a suicide bombing in Peshawar. Tensions are high over terror attacks originating from Afghan territory.

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GCWCN 2025 showcases breakthrough innovations across AI, quantum computing, IoT & healthcare engineering

Pune hosted the Global Conference on Wireless, Computing & Networking (GCWCN 2025), attracting global tech leaders. The event showcased groundbreaking research in AI, cybersecurity, and IoT, with five exceptional papers recognized for their innovative contributions. Discussions focused on next-generation intelligent systems, highlighting advancements in cloud governance, threat detection, and healthcare diagnostics.

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