Kavin Mittal, the Imperial College London graduate who founded Hike Messenger, announced its shutdown in 2025 after a 13-year journey. His career path spanned McLaren, Google, and Goldman Sachs before building one of India’s first unicorns. From Hike’s rise to Rush’s gaming pivot, Mittal’s story reflects engineering precision, product vision, and lessons on navigating global…
Assaf bin Yousha, the 17-month-old son of Saudi influencers Musa bin Turki and Yusha Abdulaziz, tragically passed away after reportedly drowning in his aunt’s pool during a family visit. The news, announced Fri day, sparked nationwide mourning. Assaf, a familiar face on Snapchat, had captured the hearts of over a million followers with his joyful…
BJP workers in Ulhasnagar and Kalyan protested against the Congress party over an AI-generated video that allegedly insulted Prime Minister Modi and his late mother. The BJP Women’s Wing led the Ulhasnagar protest, while MLA Sulabha Gaikwad organized the Kalyan demonstration. Protesters condemned the Congress and warned of further action if such content continues.
Say My Name’s Dohee recently shared her high school experiences on ‘Oh Eun-young Report,’ revealing feelings of invisibility that began during her first-year sports day. The show aims to highlight youth struggles and foster empathy from adults. Fellow member May also resonated with a story about aspiring idols, recalling her own extensive audition journey.
During Kali Puja, a night of contrasts in Bengal, devotees create ‘Niramish Mangsho,’ a vegetarian ‘mutton’ curry. This dish, often made with jackfruit or banana stem, mimics the taste and texture of traditional goat curry while adhering to vegetarian ritual requirements. It represents a cultural balance between faith, appetite, and the enduring Bengali love for…
Sakikkū, an ancient Babylonian-Assyrian text attributed to Esagil-kin-apli, offers a glimpse into early diagnostic systems. Organized across 40 clay tablets, it meticulously links symptoms to potential divine, demonic, or natural causes. This handbook combines detailed observations with ritualistic interpretations, showcasing the intertwined nature of medicine, culture, and religion in ancient Mesopotamia.
On Sunday, a car plunged from the Mukarba Chowk flyover onto railway tracks near Haiderpur Metro Station in Delhi, disrupting rail traffic for an hour. The driver, Sachin Chaudhary, sustained minor injuries after losing control of his vehicle. Authorities also found an unrelated abandoned motorcycle at the scene, prompting a separate investigation.
Lovelyz’s Lee Mi Joo is opening up to the possibility of finding love through blind dates, a concept she’s now seriously considering after receiving numerous offers. The singer and entertainer discussed her evolving views on dating and even sought advice from her staff on navigating the unfamiliar territory of meeting someone new.
Google’s Nano Banana, a nickname for Gemini 2.5 Flash Image, has become a social media sensation, allowing users to transform photos into lifelike 3D figurines. The tool captures intricate details, but achieving optimal results requires specific prompts, clear reference images, and experimentation with styles. Iteration and minor adjustments are key to refining AI renders into…
Minakshi Hooda, a 24-year-old boxer from Haryana, has stormed into the World Boxing Championships final in Liverpool. She dominated Mongolia’s Lutsaikhany Altantsetseg, a former silver medalist, with a unanimous 5-0 victory in the 48kg semifinal. Hooda’s powerful performance, including a knockdown in the first round, showcased her skill and determination.
