Bill Gates and Jeffrey Epstein (Images/Agencies) Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates told a US House panel investigating Jeffrey Epstein that his meetings with the disgraced financier were a ‘grave error in judgment’, as lawmakers reviewed his past association with the convicted sex offender.In a written opening statement released to reporters, Gates said he ‘should never have…
APJ Abdul Kalam, the People’s President, is remembered for his humility and down-to-earth nature. He led India’s missile program and inspired a generation with his vision for a developed India by 2020. Kalam’s passion for mentorship and his unwavering perseverance through setbacks made him an unforgettable leader. His legacy continues to influence students and scientists…
A patch of the Pacific Ocean has been quietly warming again, drawing attention from meteorologists who spend their time watching patterns most people never think about. The signals are not dramatic on their own: a few degrees here, a shift in sea surface temperatures there, winds behaving slightly differently than expected. But these small changes…
NEW DELHI: It began like any other morning for fitness trainer Kapil Redhu.Standing outside his Red Gym in Haryana’s Hansi, Redhu was supervising an outdoor workout session as a group of trainees began their cardio routine on the steps leading to the fitness centre near Fawwara Chowk.Then, in a matter of seconds, the routine morning…
UK Deputy Prime Minister David Lammy has accused wealthy social media owners of making money from “division, conflict, hate and toxicity” as the government weighs new measures aimed at protecting children online.Speaking during LADbible’s ‘Happening Now’ discussion series in London, Lammy said social media platforms had contributed to growing concerns about the wellbeing of young…
Skoda Auto India today confirmed that the bookings for the new Skoda Kodiaq RS SUV will commence on June 22, 2026, marking the arrival of the brand’s first SUV to wear the RS badge. Compared to the standard model, it brings a more aggressive design theme, RS-specific cabin enhancements and a higher-output version of the…
As the world continues to feel the heat of the ongoing crisis in the Middle East, India’s refiners have swiftly secured enough crude oil and LPG supplies to last till the upcoming weeks.According to sources cited by Reuters, Indian refiners have built up sufficient crude inventories to meet demand through at least August. On the…
NEW DELHI: The wait is finally over. When Mexico step out at the iconic Estadio Azteca against South Africa on June 11 to kick off the 2026 FIFA World Cup, they will do so in front of a football world that has been holding its breath for four years since Lionel Messi and Argentina’s stunning…
India’s one of the most ambitious high-speed rail networks could soon bring Mumbai and Hyderabad much closer. In a recent update, the proposed Mumbai–Pune–Hyderabad Bullet Train Corridor has taken a major step forward. As per official reports, the Detailed Project Report (DPR) is completed. If the plan gets a nod, the corridor could reduce travel…
US President Donald Trump. (AP photo) US President Donald Trump on Wednesday claimed that the United States had secretly facilitated the movement of millions of barrels of oil through the Strait of Hormuz without Iran’s knowledge, describing it as a covert operation that Tehran was learning about only now.Speaking to reporters in the Oval Office,…
A Google Maps navigation error allegedly led four UP Police recruitment aspirants 59 km away from their examination centre, causing them to miss the exam. The incident has sparked concerns about reliance on digital maps and prompted calls for QR-coded admit cards. For most of the aspirants in India, a government exam is not merely…
Across the world, cities are confronting a common challenge. As populations grow and development intensifies, urban areas are becoming hotter, noisier and increasingly disconnected from nature. Concrete surfaces absorb heat, biodiversity declines, and green spaces often struggle to keep pace with expansion. In response, an unconventional form of afforestation pioneered in Japan is gaining global…
