Senegal has scrapped Akon’s $6 billion Akon City project, inspired by Wakanda, due to delays and lack of progress. Announced in 2020, the tech-focused city on 136 acres in Mbodiene saw only one building completed. The government has replaced it with a smaller, privately funded $1.2 billion tourism project.
ITR filing FY 2024-25: The Income Tax Department has released excel utilities for ITR-2 and ITR-3, enabling taxpayers with capital gains and crypto income to file returns for AY 2025-26 by September 15, 2025. Key changes include revised capital gains schedules, updated asset/liability disclosure thresholds now applicable above ₹1 crore income, and mandatory TDS section…
In Uttar Pradesh’s Auraiya, Priyanka received a death sentence for drowning her three young sons in the Sengur river, influenced by her lover, Ashish. The court deemed it a ‘rarest of rare’ crime. Ashish, the victim’s nephew, was sentenced to life imprisonment. The conviction relied heavily on the testimony of Priyanka’s surviving eight-year-old son, who…
Venus, shrouded in mystery, stands out with its toxic atmosphere and retrograde rotation, spinning in the opposite direction to most planets. A Venusian day exceeds its year, challenging our understanding of planetary movement.
Weight loss extends beyond calorie counting; it begins with your morning routine. Simple habits like consistent wake-up times, hydration before caffeine, light exercise, and sunlight exposure can significantly impact your metabolism and appetite. A protein-rich breakfast and meal planning prevent cravings and overeating. Weighing yourself can provide helpful feedback, fostering a hormonal and emotional environment…
In Pakistan’s Balochistan province, gunmen tragically killed nine bus passengers after abducting them on Thursday evening. The victims, discovered with bullet wounds in the mountains, were kidnapped from multiple buses. While no group has claimed responsibility, suspicion falls on Baloch rebels, who have previously targeted individuals from the Punjab province amid claims of resource exploitation.
A Delhi CBI court has sentenced industrialist Manoj Kumar Jayaswal to three years in jail for using fabricated documents to secure the Mahuagarhi coal block in Jharkhand for JAS Infrastructure and Capital Private Limited. Special Judge Sanjay Bansal also levied a fine of Rs 5 lakh on Jayaswal and Rs 2 crore on the company.
Aryna Sabalenka, the world number one, faced a three set defeat against Amanda Anisimova in the Wimbledon semi-final. Sabalenka expressed her frustration with Anisimova’s on-court behaviour, citing premature celebrations and a lack of apology for a net cord winner. Despite the tension, Sabalenka acknowledged Anisimova’s strong performance and her own efforts to control her emotions,…
Donald Trump is increasing tariffs on various countries. Canada faces tariffs due to fentanyl concerns. Brazil is hit with tariffs linked to political issues. Copper imports also face new duties. Tariff letters are sent to over twenty countries. Some countries are negotiating deals to avoid these hikes. Steel, aluminum, cars, and other sectors are affected.
