A demonstration in Leh demanding statehood for Ladakh turned violent, resulting in casualties and injuries. Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk expressed sadness over the escalation, while the BJP alleged Congress involvement in instigating the unrest. The protests stem from frustrations over unfulfilled promises and lack of local control, with talks scheduled to address the demands.
In a shocking case from western Pennsylvania, Jessica Marie Mauthe faces homicide and abuse charges after the remains of four infants were discovered in her former residence. The landlord’s discovery of the decomposed remains in a closet led to Mauthe’s arrest. Authorities allege she gave birth to and killed the infants over six years.
Kannada novelist SL Bhyrappa, a Padma Bhushan recipient and influential voice in Indian literature, passed away at 94 in Bengaluru due to cardiac arrest. His six-decade career produced over 25 novels, including acclaimed works like ‘Parva’ and ‘Vamshavriksha,’ exploring themes of morality and social change.
A drone launched from Yemen struck Eilat, a southern Israeli city, injuring at least 20 people, with two in serious condition, according to medics. The cause of the casualties remains unclear, whether from the drone itself or an interceptor. Yemen’s Houthi rebels, backed by Iran, have repeatedly targeted Israel with drones and missiles, claiming solidarity…
Giannis Antetokounmpo’s recent top five NBA players list, notably excluding LeBron James, sparked debate. Jayson Tatum defended Antetokounmpo’s selections, emphasizing the subjective nature of rankings. Tatum highlighted that the list likely reflected the 2024-25 First Team All-NBA selections. He acknowledged James’ greatness but suggested the list focused on current performance, fueling preseason chatter as the…
Abhishek Sharma continued his sensational form at the Asia Cup, surpassing Yuvraj Singh’s record for the most T20I half-centuries in 25 balls or fewer by an Indian. Following his record-breaking innings against Pakistan, where he scored a 24-ball fifty, Abhishek smashed another quick half-century against Bangladesh, reaching the milestone in just 25 balls.
Instagram has achieved a remarkable milestone, reaching 3 billion monthly active users, as announced by Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg. This growth underscores the platform’s success since its acquisition in 2012. Recently, Instagram launched an iPad app, enhancing the user experience with optimized layouts and a dedicated Reels viewing feature for larger screens.
Pooja Bhatt, a strong Bollywood personality, faced a tough choice between love and career early in her life. Director Suhrita Das revealed that Pooja was offered ‘Aashiqui’ after her debut in ‘Daddy.’ However, she chose her then-boyfriend, who demanded she pick between him and acting. Pooja later regretted her decision after witnessing the film’s production,…
