Veteran actor Satish Shah, aged 74, passed away on October 25 due to kidney failure. His funeral took place the following day in Mumbai. Shah had recently undergone a kidney transplant and was on dialysis, with his wife also facing health challenges. His demise has deeply impacted the industry and close friends.
Malayalam actress Preetha Pradeep has delightfully announced that she and her husband, Vivek V. Nair, are expecting their first child. Through a captivating video, she revealed the news, capturing the essence of joy and anticipation.
Asian stock markets surged Monday as the US and China revealed a framework for a potential trade deal, easing tensions. Hopes for a broader agreement were boosted by progress on tariffs and Chinese soybean purchases, paving the way for a meeting between Presidents Trump and Xi.
The Indian Violet Tarantula, native to the Western Ghats, is a striking arachnid known for its shimmering violet-blue legs and iridescent carapace. This fossorial spider constructs deep burrows and hunts nocturnally, relying on stealth and agility. Its vibrant colours are due to structural colouration, making it a captivating example of India’s rich biodiversity.
Gaza’s new technocratic board will be led by prominent civil society figure Amjad Al-Shawa, a choice reportedly backed by both Hamas and the Palestinian Authority. Al-Shawa, a human rights activist, has a history of mediating critical issues and advocating for Gaza’s needs. Hamas, however, retains security control for now.
Head coach Gautam Gambhir lauded Harshit Rana’s stellar performance in the third ODI, urging him to remain humble and grounded. Gambhir’s ‘tough love’ approach, including a stern warning to perform or face exclusion, reportedly motivated the young pacer. Rana’s childhood coach defended the player and Gambhir’s talent identification, emphasizing Rana’s potential.
Head coach Gautam Gambhir lauded Harshit Rana’s stellar performance in the third ODI, urging him to remain humble and grounded. Gambhir’s ‘tough love’ approach, including a stern warning to perform or face exclusion, reportedly motivated the young pacer. Rana’s childhood coach defended the player and Gambhir’s talent identification, emphasizing Rana’s potential.
Cyclone Montha is set to make landfall in Andhra Pradesh on October 28, 2025, bringing extremely heavy rainfall and strong winds. The severe cyclonic storm, originating in the Bay of Bengal, is expected to cause localized flooding and disrupt transport. Authorities have issued warnings and initiated evacuation procedures in vulnerable areas.
The Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB) is set to release the Bihar board exam date sheet 2026 for Classes 10 and 12 soon. Students can download the timetable from biharboardonline.com or biharboardonline.bihar.gov.in. The exams will be held in two shifts: 9:30 AM to 12:45 PM and 1:45 PM to 5:00 PM.
Oil prices climbed Monday as the US and China revealed a framework for a potential trade deal, easing fears of slowed global growth and reduced oil demand. This positive development, coupled with recent sanctions on Russia, has boosted market expectations and countered earlier oversupply concerns.
