Saudi Arabia now permits year-round Umrah pilgrimages for Gulf citizens and residents from UAE, Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, and Qatar, streamlining access through the Nusuk application. This initiative, part of Vision 2030, aims to boost religious tourism by offering multiple visa options, including Umrah, transit, and tourist visas. Over 190,000 international Umrah visas have been issued…
Hollywood mourns Michael Madsen, the iconic ‘Reservoir Dogs’ actor, who passed away at 67 due to cardiac arrest. Known for his collaborations with Quentin Tarantino, Madsen’s financial history was marked by both success and struggles, with his net worth estimated between $500,000 and $2 million.
President Trump’s executive order increases national park entrance fees for foreign visitors to offset budget cuts and staffing shortages. The move aims to generate revenue for conservation and maintenance, prioritizing access for US residents. Amid proposed budget cuts and staff reductions, concerns arise about park operations during peak tourist season, impacting the visitor experience.
Telangana’s EAGLE anti-narcotics unit arrested K Mohith and Swapnil Varthe near Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium in Uppal. Authorities seized narcotics worth Rs 10 lakh, including 200 grams of ecstasy pills and 200 grams of OG. Mohith, introduced to drugs in Mumbai, initially used them personally before becoming a peddler to make money.
For nearly a century, pilots have reported seeing mysterious red flashes above thunderstorms, initially dismissed as myths. These elusive phenomena, known as red sprites, are now captured by astronauts on the International Space Station. These massive electrical discharges shoot upwards, offering scientists a clearer understanding of these brief, high-altitude events.
Despite directives for people-friendly policing, 30 officers in Kumaon face misconduct allegations, reviewed by the DPCA. A Chorgalia woman accuses an outpost in-charge of shielding a man linked to her husband’s suicide, alleging inaction. In Pantnagar, a vendor claims police abuse with no subsequent investigation, highlighting a disconnect between policy and practice.
MNS workers protested outside Kedar Soman’s Pune home, alleging derogatory Facebook comments against Raj Thackeray. The situation escalated, prompting police intervention and Soman being taken into protective custody. A case has been registered against Soman under cyber laws, raising concerns about political vigilantism in Maharashtra, especially following a similar incident involving MNS workers assaulting a…
Due to heavy rainfall alerts issued by the Indian Meteorological Department, Goa’s Directorate of Education has declared a holiday for all schools today to ensure children’s safety. The closure applies to students and teachers, except those attending training programs. The government advises students to stay indoors and avoid flooded or hazardous areas. Parents are urged…
Soham Parekh, an Indian software engineer, admitted to simultaneously working at multiple Silicon Valley startups due to financial struggles, after being exposed on social media. Despite the controversy sparked by a Mixpanel co-founder’s allegations, Parekh secured a founding engineer position at an AI video startup. He claims desperation, not malice, drove his actions.
Saraya, the former WWE star, recently shared a surprising anecdote on her podcast, revealing she had sex in an abandoned zoo in Los Angeles during a date this year. The revelation involves her former boyfriend, Ronnie Radke. Saraya, who left All Elite Wrestling in March, is rumored to return to WWE for the Evolution event.
