Following Magnus Carlsen’s controversial exit from the FIDE World Rapid Championship after being fined for wearing jeans, FIDE has updated its dress code. The new regulations now permit “appropriate jeans” in blue, black, and grey at the upcoming Grand Swiss and Women’s Grand Swiss tournaments in September.
Bollywood star Malaika Arora redefines glamour. She emphasizes confidence and grace over extravagance. Malaika highlights authenticity as timeless glamour. She shares tips for maintaining confidence. Malaika started as model and has appeared in iconic songs and films. Malaika judged reality shows like India’s Got Talent. She was previously married to Arbaaz Khan.
Researchers have transformed ordinary succulents into light-emitting plants by infusing them with synthetic afterglow phosphor particles. These modified succulents, particularly the Echeveria “Mebina,” absorb light and emit a soothing glow for up to two hours, rivaling small night lamps. This innovative approach offers a promising pathway for plants to serve as functional light sources, with…
Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) has launched ‘RCB CARES’ to support families of the eleven victims of the June 4th tragedy that occurred after their IPL victory parade. Each family will receive Rs 25 lakh as initial support. The franchise aims for long-term community support and fan engagement through this initiative.
Health experts are cautioning about Acanthamoeba keratitis (AK), a rare but serious eye infection linked to contaminated tap water, especially for contact lens wearers. A UK study revealed a connection between household tap water and AK, with Acanthamoeba found in tap outlets and infected eyes. The infection can cause severe pain, blurred vision, and even…
During Prime Minister Modi’s visit to Tokyo, India and Japan solidified their partnership by signing 21 agreements, MOUs, and launching initiatives. These collaborations span diverse sectors, including security, space exploration, digital partnership, and clean energy. Modi emphasized the potential of combining Japan’s excellence with India’s scale, particularly in manufacturing, technology, and green energy.
A BMTC bus journey from Devanahalli to Majestic turned sour when a ticketing disagreement escalated into alleged physical assault. A passenger, traveling on bus KA-57 F-4029, was fined by a ticket inspection squad for not possessing a valid ticket, despite claiming the conductor never approached him.
Mohanlal’s ‘Hridayapoorvam,’ directed by Sathyan Anthikad, has garnered positive reception and decent box office numbers, opening with Rs 3.25 crore and collecting Rs 5.95 crore in two days. The family drama is praised as a feel-good entertainer with humor and relatable storytelling. The film’s strong theatre occupancy and positive word-of-mouth are expected to sustain its…
Indian weightlifters showcased their dominance at the Commonwealth Weightlifting Championships 2025 in Ahmedabad, securing seven medals on Friday. Sairaj Pardeshi and Parv Chaudhary shone with record-breaking performances in junior and youth categories, respectively. Dilbag Singh narrowly missed gold in the senior men’s division, while Vanshita Verma claimed a bronze in the senior women’s category.
