The BBC faces a leadership vacuum as Tim Davie resigns after a doctored Trump speech controversy. Chair Samir Shah seeks a successor with newsroom and commercial acumen. Potential candidates include former Channel 4 chief Alex Mahon, ex-BBC content director Charlotte Moore, and Apple TV Plus executive Jay Hunt, among others, as the corporation navigates funding…
Ghatshila’s bypoll sees a tight contest between JMM’s Somesh Chandra Soren and BJP’s Babulal Soren. Soren banks on his father’s legacy and government welfare schemes, while Babulal highlights local deficiencies and youth migration. The presence of a third candidate and the influence of Kurmi voters could sway the outcome, with many voters feeling development plans…
East Champaran’s 12 constituencies are set for a fierce electoral battle with 95 candidates vying for votes. The NDA and Grand Alliance face challenges from Jan Suraaj and Independents. Key contests include Motihari, Raxaul, and Harsidhi, with several incumbents seeking re-election amidst strong opposition.
Football has never been business for us, it’s always about giving back to the community: Swati Salgaocar
Child survivors of sexual assault in Tamil Nadu’s POCSO courts face immense trauma, often encountering their abusers due to a lack of proper facilities. Many courts lack dedicated deposition rooms and functional video links, forcing children into intimidating environments. This re-traumatization hinders justice and compromises testimony reliability.
Starbucks is launching its 2025 holiday menu and iconic red cups on Thursday, November 13. Customers ordering any handcrafted holiday beverage will receive a free reusable red cup, while supplies last. The festive collection also includes various tumblers and mugs, with a viral teddy bear-shaped cold cup already a hot item.
Coimbatore faces a growing problem with over 70 stray horses causing traffic hazards and incidents, including a recent attack on a milk vendor. The city lacks proper capture procedures and shelters, prompting the municipal corporation to plan stables and develop Standard Operating Procedures for managing these animals.
Assamese artists are gathering in Guwahati on November 19 for a grand public tribute to Zubeen Garg. The event will honor his life and legacy with performances of his popular songs. This free homage, organized by Kantha Shilpi Asom, aims to celebrate the musical icon’s versatile contributions. Rehearsals are underway for this special commemoration.
Jharkhand Chief Electoral Officer K Ravi Kumar reviewed the special intensive revision of the state electoral roll. He instructed deputy electoral officers to ensure maximum mapping of the current electoral roll with the 2003 electoral roll. Booth level officers found negligent will face action. Officers must conduct field visits to resolve mapping issues.
Authorities in Silchar have made a significant breakthrough in their fight against narcotics, seizing 20,000 Yaba tablets worth an estimated Rs 6 crore. A joint operation by police and Assam Rifles led to the arrest of Rahul Amin, 33, from the Changkuri Bypass area.
