A loud firecracker explosion outside a school in Mancheswar, Bhubaneswar, caused alarm on Thursday morning. Residents mistook the sound for a bomb blast, prompting a swift response from the National Investigation Agency and senior police officers. The incident occurred while President Droupadi Murmu was visiting the city. Investigations confirmed it was a high-decibel firecracker, with…
Ravi Shastri, the former Indian head coach and legend, recently shared his insights on the ongoing Test series in England and named his top five Indian cricketers of all time. His picks included Sunil Gavaskar, Sachin Tendulkar, Kapil Dev, Virat Kohli, and MS Dhoni, justifying his choices based on their influence across different eras.
Brian Snitker is stepping down as Atlanta Braves manager on October 1, 2025, after 10 seasons, transitioning to a senior advisory role. He led the team to a 2021 World Series and six NL East titles. His decision followed a tough 2025 season, and he will enter the Hall of Fame next year.
Thousands of passengers faced severe travel chaos as IndiGo cancelled around 300 flights on Thursday due to underestimating pilot needs under new duty rules. This planning lapse by the airline led to widespread airport disruptions, impacting even other carriers. IndiGo admitted to misjudging crew requirements, causing significant inconvenience.
Following the outrage over a BJP leader’s alleged humiliation of a Congress worker by forcibly dressing him in a saree, Congress members in Kalyan offered a saree to Goddess Durga at Durgadi Fort, praying for wisdom to prevail among BJP leaders. They condemned the act as an insult to women, Dalits, and Navratri traditions, asserting…
Mark your calendars for November 6, 2026! Jim Caviezel is set to join forces with Olivia Thirlby in the enigmatic film ‘Archangel,’ directed by the talented Will Eubank. While the plot details are tightly guarded, Caviezel’s impressive record, featuring roles in ‘The Passion of the Christ’ and ‘Sound of Freedom,’ suggests that this film is…
Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis strongly condemned the State Election Commission’s abrupt postponement of municipal council elections, deeming it arbitrary and legally flawed. He argued that such decisions unfairly impact candidates and set a dangerous precedent for election delays. The government will formally request the commission to reconsider its decision, citing significant injustice to voters and…
Mayank Agarwal, initially unsold in the IPL auction, found a lifeline with Royal Challengers Bangalore as a replacement. He shared his journey of self-improvement after the snub and impressed in a trial to secure his spot. Agarwal contributed significantly to RCB’s historic maiden IPL title win, showcasing an improved strike rate in his appearances.
AI pioneer Yoshua Bengio urgently warns against rapid AI development, citing risks like deception, goal misalignment, and existential threats. He highlights AI’s potential to prioritize its objectives over human safety, likening it to HAL 9000. Bengio stresses independent oversight and rigorous validation are crucial, as companies race ahead, leaving humanity a narrow window—possibly just years—to…
According to latest trends, the NDA is on course to forming the next government in Bihar and Nitish will be chief minister of the state for the fifth term. How Nitish turned incumbency into an advantage, why the double-engine government appealed to voter and how the women vote proved crucial: six factors that have put…
