A family’s beach clean-up in Western Australia unearthed a century-old message in a bottle. Two Australian WWI soldiers, Privates Malcolm Neville and William Harley, penned letters aboard the HMAT A70 Ballarat in 1916, expressing optimism before heading to the Western Front. Their messages, remarkably preserved, have now connected their descendants, offering a poignant glimpse into…
A US delegation’s planned visit to India for bilateral trade agreement negotiations is likely postponed, casting uncertainty on the sixth round of discussions. This rescheduling occurs amidst US tariffs on Indian goods and demands for greater access to India’s agriculture and dairy sectors.
The 71st National Film Awards celebrated cinematic excellence across India, with Gujarati film ‘Vash’ securing Best Gujarati Film and Best Supporting Role for Janki. Bollywood also shone, recognizing performances in ‘Pathaan,’ ‘Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani,’ and ’12th Fail.’ Regional cinema thrived, with films like ‘Kathal: A Jackfruit Mystery’ and ‘Parking’ earning top honors,…
Actor-director Pradeep Ranganathan, known for ‘Love Today,’ addressed comparisons to Dhanush, stating they stem from physical resemblances rather than intentional emulation. He reiterated this stance during promotions for his earlier film ‘Dragon,’ with director Ashwath Marimuthu affirming his distinct identity. Fans now anticipate his upcoming release, ‘Dude,’ this Diwali.
Crime Branch have arrested Ashwin Kumar Supra from Noida for allegedly sending bomb threat messages to the Mumbai Traffic Police’s WhatsApp helpline. The threat claimed 14 terrorists had entered the city with explosives. The message, identifying the sender as ‘Lashkar-e-Jihadi,’ prompted a thorough investigation involving multiple agencies.
Foreign investors pulled a net Rs 3,765 crore from Indian equities in November, reversing October’s inflow. Global risk-off sentiment, tech stock instability, and a preference for primary markets drove the outflows. Despite domestic economic stability, high valuations and weak industrial indicators contributed to caution.
Two youths, Abhishek Kumar (20) and Preeti Kumari (18), were found hanging from a tree in Bihar’s Samastipur district. Preeti’s uncle alleges she was murdered after going missing and being found with Abhishek. Abhishek’s family denies knowing Preeti and claims he was killed. Police are investigating both murder and suicide angles.
Congress general secretary K C Venugopal urged Home Minister Amit Shah for swift action against BJP spokesperson Printu Mahadev over a death threat to Rahul Gandhi. Mahadev allegedly stated, “Rahul Gandhi will be shot in the chest,” during a televised debate. Venugopal warned of complicity if no action is taken, citing serious security concerns.
Law & Order: SVU is returning with season 27. Mariska Hargitay will continue as Olivia Benson. Michele Fazekas, the showrunner, has revealed exciting details. Benson will face new challenges this season. There are new cameras, directors, and sets. The cases will be twisty. Fazekas enjoys working with Hargitay. The environment on set is fun and…
Volcanic ash from Ethiopia’s Hayli Gubbi eruption is causing significant flight disruptions across India. The Directorate General of Civil Aviation has issued advisories, with airlines like IndiGo and Akasa Air cancelling flights. Airports are on alert for ash contamination, impacting operations in Gujarat, Rajasthan, Delhi, and beyond. Authorities are closely monitoring the plume’s trajectory.
