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Patna is gearing up to revive its golden era of Durga Puja celebrations with the Durga Swarotsav 2025, a three-day festival of Indian classical music and dance starting Sept 26.

Animals across the globe employ a remarkable survival trick called thanatosis, or tonic immobility. This involves feigning death to escape predators. However, some species also use this ability to lure prey or avoid unwanted attention. From opossums and snakes to fish and insects, this behaviour showcases nature’s clever adaptability. It’s a fascinating strategy that helps…

Disputes of inheritance is one of the most common issues which arises generally fuelled by several causes including the validity and genuineness of the Will, as in recent case filed before Delhi High Court by Karisma Kapoor’s children claiming their share in the Sunjay Kapur’s personal estate.

Kannada cinema has lost a notable figure, as writer and director SS David passed away at 55 due to a sudden heart attack. He collapsed at a pharmacy in Bengaluru on August 31st and was declared deceased at a local hospital. David was known for directing ‘Jaihind’ and ‘Dhairya’, and writing ‘Police Story’.

The Telugu film industry faces a significant piracy crisis, with nearly all new releases readily available on illegal websites. The Telugu Film Chamber of Commerce reports about 100 active piracy sites, offering movies like Kannappa and Kubera for download. Despite efforts, over half of Telugu films are pirated, often originating from theater recordings and overseas…

Imran Khan’s sister, Uzma Khanum, confirmed the former Pakistan PM is “completely fine” after a rare jail visit. Weeks of restricted access had sparked protests and death rumours. Despite court orders, family and party leaders faced repeated denials, leading to legal challenges and allegations of police brutality against protesting sisters. PTI seeks regular, unhindered access.

Dhanteras, also known as Dhantrayodashi, is celebrated on October 18, 2025, marking the first day of Diwali. This auspicious festival honors Lord Dhanvantri, the god of Ayurveda, and Goddess Lakshmi, the deity of wealth and prosperity. Devotees worship them for good health and prosperity, and it’s customary to purchase gold, silver, or utensils.

Two hardcore Maoist commanders worth Rs 35 lakh killed in encounter with security forces in Chhattisgarh

Default-shy MFIs go slow on issuing small-ticket loans

Bollywood film ’12th Fail’ was honoured with the National Award in the category of Best Feature Film at the 71st National Award Ceremony at Vigyan Bhawan in New Delhi on Tuesday.