Bathroom camping: Hitting the loo to recharge
There is another bizarre trend Gen Zers are endorsing. It involves heading to the restroom, not to use the toilet, but to simply take a break and shut out the overstimulating world
There is another bizarre trend Gen Zers are endorsing. It involves heading to the restroom, not to use the toilet, but to simply take a break and shut out the overstimulating world
Rahul Gandhi’s ‘Voter Adhikar Yatra’ in Bihar has lost momentum, with his absence dominating the election narrative. While other leaders campaign intensely, Gandhi’s delayed re-entry, just before polling, raises questions about his impact and the Congress party’s strategy in the state.
The Orissa High Court fined a Bhadrak tehsildar Rs 50,000 for RTI violations concerning illegal water body encroachment. Justice V Narasingh criticized the Information Commission for accepting officials’ contradictory claims, deeming it “mechanically accepted.” The court ordered a rehearing, highlighting bureaucratic red tape hindering transparency and citizen rights.
Scientists have developed a unique sponge gourd variety, VRSG-7-17, that naturally smells like Basmati rice. This aromatic trait, identified at ICAR-IIVR Varanasi, is due to a stabilized recessive gene. The aroma persists even after cooking, offering new commercial opportunities and potentially higher farmer incomes due to consumer appeal.
Rashmika Mandanna secretly watched her film ‘Thamma’ in a theatre to experience audience reactions. She shared her joy on Instagram, mentioning the unique atmosphere and her favorite popcorn. The movie, starring Ayushmann Khurrana and Nawazuddin Siddiqui, has performed strongly, blending horror, comedy, romance, and suspense.
Sara Ali Khan celebrated her 30th birthday. Kareena Kapoor Khan wished her on social media with a family photo. Saba Pataudi, Sara’s aunt, shared unseen childhood pictures and penned a heartfelt note. Soha Ali Khan also wished Sara. Sara expressed gratitude for the audience’s love for her role as Chumki in “Metro…In Dino”. She shared…
Comedian Rajiv Thakur took a subtle dig at Uday Chopra, saying that despite his privileged background and backing from YRF, his acting career didn’t take off. Thakur emphasized that talent alone isn’t enough and that ultimately, it’s the audience who decides a star’s success in Bollywood.
Zerodha’s founder, Nithin Kamath, envisions a future where AI-powered apps, built by users, dominate investing and trading. Brokers will become essential infrastructure, providing fast and reliable connections to exchanges. While automation is inevitable, human advisors will guide users in adhering to AI recommendations, emphasizing trust and robust infrastructure as crucial differentiators.
The Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) has released the PET and PST admit cards for Constable/Tradesman recruitment 2025 at cisfrectt.cisf.gov.in. Candidates shortlisted for 1,161 vacancies must download their e-admit card using registration ID and password. The PET/PST begins September 26, 2025. Applicants should carry a printout, valid photo ID, and follow all instructions on the…