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Ulhasnagar Municipal Corporation has initiated a comprehensive pothole-filling drive utilizing advanced mastick asphalt technology ahead of the Ganesh festival. Commissioner Manisha Awhale aims to repair all major potholes before the celebrations, ensuring smoother roads for devotees and visitors. Contractors are responsible for the work’s durability for three years, with a budget of ₹2.35 crore allocated…

A recent survey at the 5th Ageing Festival in Bengaluru reveals that Indian seniors prioritize mental and cognitive health, physical well-being, financial security, and social connections over simply extending lifespan. They are embracing technology but seek trustworthy healthcare and desire ecosystems promoting independence and purpose.

Walmart is expanding its drone delivery service, in partnership with Wing (Google’s Alphabet), to 100 locations across multiple US cities by next summer. Currently operating from 18 stores in Dallas, the service delivers orders within 30 minutes. Drones can carry packages up to 2.5 pounds, making deliveries of everyday essentials like ice cream and eggs.

High schoolers facing future uncertainty should embrace confusion as an opportunity for exploration, not a failure. Experts suggest shifting from rigid career plans to curiosity-driven experiments, fostering a growth mindset. This approach, combined with global exposure, helps students discover passions, develop skills and find purpose, guiding them towards meaningful lives and suitable educational paths.

The Supreme Court overturned the Delhi High Court’s decision, revoking Olympic medallist Sushil Kumar’s bail in the 2021 murder case of Sagar Dhankar. Kumar is accused of attacking Dhankar over a property dispute, leading to his death from cerebral damage. The court directed Kumar to surrender within a week, acting on allegations of witness intimidation.

Hallie Aiono, Puka Nacua’s former girlfriend, has publicly accused him of being a narcissist, citing six reasons, including emotional unavailability and lack of financial support during her pregnancy. This shift comes just months after a blissful pregnancy announcement. Aiono has also filed a paternity lawsuit, seeking confirmation of Nacua’s paternity and requesting full physical custody…

As selectors prepare for the Asia Cup and eye the T20 World Cup, Shubman Gill’s role sparks debate amidst the specialist vs. all-format player dilemma. Gill’s past IPL performance and leadership potential are weighed against the settled T20 team under Suryakumar Yadav. Selectors must decide how to accommodate Gill and Jaiswal, while also considering future…

The US designation of the Baloch Liberation Army as a terrorist group strengthens Pakistan’s stance against Baloch activists and potentially opens doors for American mining companies to access Balochistan’s rare earth deposits. Improved US-Pakistan relations, especially under Trump 2.0, have involved discussions on these mineral opportunities.