Switzerland announced a diplomatic protest against Israel after its security forces restricted Swiss diplomats’ access to detained nationals from a Gaza aid flotilla. The flotilla, carrying activists including Greta Thunberg, was intercepted by Israel, which called the mission a “stunt” in an active combat zone. Global protests followed the incident.
The second post-mortem report for singer Zubeen Garg, conducted in Guwahati, was handed to his wife, Garima Saikia Garg, following his mysterious demise in Singapore. This occurred after an initial report from Singapore. A Special Investigation Team is probing the circumstances, leading to the arrest of the festival organiser, Garg’s manager, and two band members,…
India’s new e-Arrival Card is now mandatory for all non-Indian nationals entering the country, including UAE travellers. Effective October 1, the digital form must be submitted 72 to 24 hours before departure. Emirates had issued an advance notice on September 30. The move streamlines immigration, eliminates paper forms, and speeds up arrivals, starting with Delhi…
Manchurian, a beloved Indian-Chinese dish, surprisingly originated at Mumbai’s Cricket Club of India in the mid-1970s. Chef Nelson Wang improvised it, blending Indian comfort with Chinese techniques, using familiar spices and soy sauce. This fiery, tangy creation quickly spread from exclusive dining rooms to street carts, becoming a national obsession.
Bigg Boss Malayalam’s celebrated duo, Aryan Kathuria and Gizele Thakral, are experiencing a significant rift. Family Week interventions, including Gizele’s mother ignoring Aryan and advice for him to play solo, fractured their close bond. Tensions escalated into verbal spats and physical distance. Host Mohanlal further highlighted housemates’ accusations of them faking their connection, leaving their…
A viral video captured an auto-rickshaw driver’s miraculous escape as a massive LIC hoarding collapsed, crushing his vehicle moments after he jumped out. Reportedly due to heavy rains, the driver reacted swiftly after a bystander’s timely warning. Another vehicle was also damaged under the fallen structure, highlighting the incident’s severity.
A nine-year-old boy, ShubhroDeep Samanta, drowned in Uluberia while attempting to retrieve jewellery from an immersed Durga idol on Friday night. He, along with others, entered the pond for his family’s livelihood, as they sold such items. Tragically, his father also died similarly, highlighting the family’s desperate circumstances.
The BCCI announced India’s ODI and T20 squads for the upcoming Australia series, featuring the return of Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli. Shubman Gill will captain the ODI side, with Dhruv Jurel surprisingly selected as the second wicketkeeper over Sanju Samson. Samson, despite his strong ODI record, retains his place in the T20I squad.
Chhattisgarh Karamchari Adhikari Federation demands a three percent dearness allowance hike. This increase would align state employee DA with central government rates. The federation also seeks a special Diwali bonus. This bonus would commemorate the state’s Silver Jubilee in 2025. State employees currently receive 55 percent DA. The federation indicates potential agitation if demands remain…
