Elden Campbell, a former Los Angeles Lakers center, has died at 57. A key contributor to early Lakers squads with Shaquille O’Neal and Kobe Bryant, Campbell’s seven-year, $49 million contract is often cited as a rare financial misstep for the fiscally responsible franchise. He also played for several other NBA teams and won a championship…
João Marinho Neto, the world’s oldest living man, celebrated his 113th birthday on October 5, 2025. Recognized by Guinness World Records, João’s life, rooted in a rural upbringing and strong family bonds, spans over a century of immense historical change. He continues to be a cherished figure, surrounded by a large, loving family.
Sukriti Veni Bandreddi, daughter of director Sukumar, has been felicitated by Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy for winning the National Award for Best Child Actress for her role in ‘Gandhi Tatha Chettu’. The Chief Minister praised her performance and encouraged her to continue telling meaningful stories through her craft. The film highlights Gandhian values…
Mangal Dosha, a widely discussed astrological condition, arises when Mars occupies specific houses in a birth chart. Often feared, especially concerning marriage, it signifies unique planetary energy needing careful management. While Mars’ placement in certain houses can create tension, its effects can be mitigated through compatible matches and traditional remedies, fostering awareness and harmonious relationships.
Major Bachwala Rohit, an army doctor from Hyderabad, is being praised for his quick thinking at Jhansi railway station. On July 5, 2025, while on leave, he helped a pregnant woman deliver a baby on the platform. Using improvised tools, he successfully delivered and resuscitated the newborn.
Samuel Blais joins the Toronto Maple Leafs after being claimed off waivers from the Montreal Canadiens. The move was significantly influenced by the strong existing relationship between Blais and Maple Leafs coach Craig Berube, who previously coached him in St. Louis. This reunion offers Blais a fresh NHL opportunity and adds depth to Toronto’s forward…
The Indian Street Premier League (ISPL) expanded its talent search to 101 cities before the third season, uncovering hidden cricketing gems from across India. Former India cricketer and ISPL head selector Jatin Paranjape highlights the growing depth and quality of players, many with prior leather-ball experience. He urged IPL scouts to witness this burgeoning talent…
A significant counter-terror operation in Faridabad has unearthed a large cache of explosives and weapons, including 360 kg of suspected ammonium nitrate and an assault rifle. This discovery follows the arrest of a doctor linked to Jaish-e-Mohammed, suggesting a major terror module has been dismantled. Investigations are ongoing to apprehend further operatives.
One bride, two grooms — a viral Himachal wedding revives interest in a fading custom in high, hard places
For a country of around 1.4 billion people where many religions, identities and even conflicts go hand-in-hand, suicide bombings remain an anomaly. India has witnessed insurgencies, cross-border terrorism, riots and targeted killings, yet the act of using one’s own body or vehicle as the weapon has been rare and deeply unsettling each time it happens.
