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Saturn stunned skywatchers on 23 November when its iconic rings seemed to vanish, leaving the planet looking strangely bare. Astronomers confirmed nothing was wrong. Earth had passed directly through the ring plane, making the vast icy bands appear edge-on and nearly invisible. This rare alignment, occurring every 13 to 15 years, created a dramatic but…

In a surprising turn, Congress has appealed to Jagdeep Dhankhar to retract his resignation as Vice President, even petitioning PM Modi to intervene. Jairam Ramesh termed Dhankhar’s departure “inexplicable,” hinting at undisclosed reasons beyond the stated medical concerns. This appeal is unexpected, given Congress’s previous criticisms and no-confidence motions against Dhankhar.

Patanjali Gurukulam celebrated its Vasantotsav, emphasizing the revival of the ancient Guru-Shishya tradition. The institution aims to impart modern and traditional education, instilling cultural and moral values in students from across India and Kenya. Dignitaries lauded its role in preserving India’s cultural identity and spiritual heritage.

Biddy Baxter, iconic Blue Peter editor, passed away at 92. She shaped the show for over 25 years, introducing the Blue Peter badge and charity drives. Praised as a trailblazer in children’s TV, she earned an MBE, BAFTA Children’s Special Award, and the Royal Television Society’s Baird Medal.

Bollywood stars wished Prime Minister Narendra Modi on his 75th birthday. Shah Rukh Khan praised Modi’s dedication and inspiring journey. Ajay Devgn lauded Modi’s vision and leadership. Vicky Kaushal wished him good health. Akshay Kumar, Anupam Kher, Alia Bhatt and others also sent their greetings. The celebrities acknowledged Modi’s contributions to India’s global standing.

YouTube sensation IShowSpeed reacted with disbelief and joy to Cristiano Ronaldo’s announcement of marrying after the 2026 World Cup. His over-the-top yet heartfelt response, including asking if he’s invited, went viral, highlighting his deep admiration for the football legend and symbolizing a significant transition for fans.

Two Army personnel have been sentenced to life imprisonment by a special Pocso court in Berhampur for the sexual assault of a four-year-old girl. The horrific incident occurred on a school bus transporting children of defence personnel. The court also imposed a Rs 10,000 fine on each convict and directed compensation for the victim.

New York Knicks are considering trading Pacome Dadiet. This move could free up roster space. It will allow the Knicks to sign Landry Shamet and Malcolm Brogdon. The Knicks aim to increase their veteran presence. This is for a championship push. Dadiet might find a bigger role on a rebuilding team. A decision on Dadiet’s…

Captain Mitchell Marsh smashed his maiden T20 international century, an unbeaten 103 off 52 balls, to power Australia to a thrilling three-wicket victory over New Zealand. This decisive knock sealed the series 2-0 for Australia, who successfully chased 157. Marsh single-handedly anchored the innings as wickets tumbled, showcasing remarkable power and patience.