In a landmark stride for national space capability, Abu Dhabi’s Technology Innovation Institute has successfully test-fired the UAE’s first indigenously built 250-newton liquid-fuelled rocket engine. Achieving 94% combustion efficiency, the milestone signals the UAE’s entry into the global league of liquid propulsion nations and lays the groundwork for sovereign orbital, lunar, and deep-space missions.
The India Skills Report 2025 reveals the top five sectors reshaping workforce needs globally, highlighting growing demand for digital skills and renewable energy roles. Technology, healthcare, fintech, renewable energy, and e-commerce are driving job growth across key regions. The report emphasises the importance of upskilling and formal employment to meet evolving talent demands, positioning India…
Large yellow clouds, a natural phenomenon caused by pine and deodar pollen, are currently enchanting visitors in Manali, Himachal Pradesh. This annual event, driven by the trees’ reproductive cycle, highlights nature’s rhythms but can also trigger allergies in sensitive individuals. Precautions are advised during this visually stunning, yet potentially allergenic, season.
Actress Anjali Sivaraman took a strong stand against internet trolls who challenged her identity as a Tamil woman in the film ‘Bad Girl.’ She opened up about her background, mentioning her upbringing in a predominantly English-speaking home due to her father’s military service.
Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Quentin Johnston is questionable for Sunday’s game against the Miami Dolphins due to a hamstring injury. His availability will be determined by a pre-game evaluation, with the team prioritizing avoiding re-injury. Fans are divided on his potential absence, with some advocating caution and others emphasizing his importance to the team’s…
Wordle #1576, released October 12, 2025, presented a moderately easy challenge. The daily word-guessing game, which involves identifying a five-letter word in six attempts using color-coded feedback, saw players needing to recognize patterns and utilize vocabulary. The answer was WOUND, a term applicable as both a noun for an injury and a verb for causing…
Smriti Mandhana has shattered records, becoming the youngest and fastest to 5000 ODI runs in women’s cricket. Her brilliant 80 against Australia in Visakhapatnam showcased her exceptional talent and consistency. This remarkable feat underscores her status as a global cricketing icon and highlights the rising prominence of Indian women’s cricket.
Rashmika Mandanna’s upcoming film, ‘The Girlfriend’, will release on November 7, 2025. The teaser shows her and Dheekshith Shetty exploring love and compatibility. Produced by Geetha Arts, the film is directed by Rahul Ravindran and features music by Hesham Abdul Wahab, promising an emotional cinematic experience.
Rajkummar Rao is rumored to star in the Hindi remake of the Telugu horror-comedy Bakasura Restaurant. The original film, directed by SJ Shiva, released in August 2025. Rao and wife Patralekhaa recently announced their pregnancy, and his latest film Maalik was praised for his intense gangster role.
Daily word puzzle enthusiasts can test their mettle with NYT Connections, game #854. This brain teaser challenges players to group 16 words into four distinct categories. Hints are provided for categories like “FOR ALL TIME” and “HAPPY___,” with answers revealed for those seeking a solution to today’s October 12, 2025 puzzle.
