British cosmetics retailer Lush is re-entering India after nearly 30 years, aiming to capture the burgeoning luxury beauty market. The company has partnered with Bilberry Brands India for an omnichannel launch, featuring direct-to-consumer online sales and upcoming physical stores, with the first to open in Delhi-NCR. Lush anticipates India becoming a top 10 global market…
Delhi emerges as India’s most polluted region, with PM2.5 levels a staggering 20 times the WHO guideline. A new satellite study reveals the Indo-Gangetic airshed remains critically polluted, while the Northeast, particularly Assam-Tripura, is a growing concern. This year-round crisis demands a shift from city-centric to airshed-based pollution management.
Lorna Luft, daughter of Judy Garland, recounted her terrifying first viewing of ‘The Wizard of Oz’ at age four. The iconic film’s flying monkeys sent her and her siblings into hysterics, even prompting a call to their mother in New York. Garland, deeply affected, vowed her children would never watch the movie without her supervision…
Microsoft’s AI assistant Copilot will be discontinued on WhatsApp starting January 15, 2026, due to updates in WhatsApp’s platform policies. Users can continue accessing Copilot via its mobile app, web, and Windows, though chat history from WhatsApp will not transfer. Microsoft advises users to export their conversations before the deadline.
Andrey Esipenko secured a spot in the Candidates tournament by winning the third-place playoff at the Chess World Cup. Despite a semi-final loss, the Russian prodigy’s victory over Nodirbek Yakubboev ensured his qualification for the prestigious event. This marks a significant achievement in Esipenko’s career, fulfilling his mission in Goa.
Renowned filmmaker Prashanth Varma champions creative mastery over quick releases, a hard-earned lesson from his earlier works that suffered from hasty post-production. He emphasizes the importance of ‘letting films simmer,’ particularly when it involves intricate VFX. Building on the triumph of ‘HanuMan,’ he is now diving into the creation of ‘Jai Hanuman’ and ‘Mahakali,’ expanding…
Airline catering staff protested near LAX on Tuesday, demanding Flying Food Group address unsafe working conditions. Union leaders highlighted alleged safety and minimum wage violations, leading to a brief disruption of airport traffic. Police intervened to clear the roadway after the demonstration.
Dutch athletes Jill Roord and Pien Sanders are making headlines. The football and hockey stars have revealed their relationship. Their intimate photoshoot has drawn significant attention. Both athletes ended previous long-term relationships to be together. They are prioritizing personal happiness amidst public scrutiny. Roord and Sanders continue to balance their careers and their two-hour commute.
The India Meteorological Department has issued severe weather warnings for South India and Andaman & Nicobar, forecasting heavy to very heavy rainfall, thunderstorms, and squally winds from November 26 to December 1. Coastal communities and fishermen are advised to remain on high alert as significant deterioration in sea conditions is expected.
