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Oppn for master plan to protect Old Goa’s Unesco sites

Delhi is exploring a new way to tackle its worsening winter air quality– through cloud seeding. In a first-of-its-kind experiment for the city, officials have conducted a trial to see if artificial rain can help clear the haze that often blankets the national capital. Humidity in the clouds during the trial was reported between 15-20%,…

The Enforcement Directorate conducted its first-ever raids in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, investigating money laundering linked to former MP Kuldeep Rai Sharma. Officials searched multiple locations in Port Blair and Kolkata concerning alleged irregularities at the Andaman and Nicobar State Cooperative Bank. The probe focuses on fraudulent loans exceeding Rs 200 crore extended to…

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.

Salesforce CEO Marc Benioff has taken a swipe at Palantir’s high prices, joking about their expensive software and impressive revenue multiple. This comes amid surging investor enthusiasm for Palantir, despite Salesforce’s larger revenue. The rivalry between the two companies intensifies as they compete for government contracts, with Benioff highlighting Salesforce’s recent win in a US…

In Juhu, Mumbai, a 27-year-old man named Krishna Devendra was fatally stabbed early Sunday morning at a bus stop near Nehru Nagar slum. Police swiftly arrested the accused, Parmeshwar Devendra, who knew the victim and had a prior history of animosity. Parmeshwar allegedly attacked Krishna with a knife around 4 am, leading to Krishna’s death.

Finally, Monte Cruz to get a stand in his name at Fatorda

A viral claim suggests gravity might accelerate brain aging by reducing blood flow, a hypothesis shared by Zomato CEO Deepinder Goyal. However, a neurologist countered, emphasizing that proven lifestyle habits like exercise, sleep, and diet are more impactful for long-term brain health.

Delhi choked on severe smog post-Diwali, with the AQI soaring to 451 despite Supreme Court restrictions on firecrackers. Satellite towns also reported hazardous levels. Experts warn of extreme health risks, especially for vulnerable groups. Weather conditions are expected to prolong the smog, urging residents and travelers to take precautions.