Varun Batchigari is suspected of first-degree murder in the death of University of Arizona student Julissa Rubi Salazar. (Screengrab from YT video) An Indian man accused of killing his 19-year-old girlfriend in Tucson, Arizona, was arrested in Germany after allegedly fleeing the US.Varun Batchigari, 20, is suspected of first-degree murder in the death of University…
VVS Laxman calls Virat Kohli a ‘great role model’ (Image: BCCI) Former India batter and current BCCI Centre of Excellence head VVS Laxman has praised Virat Kohli for setting exceptional standards throughout his illustrious career, describing the legendary batter as an “exemplary professional” and a role model for the next generation.Laxman highlighted Kohli’s relentless commitment…
Rainy days in Delhi usually mean wet roads, crowded corridors and a sea of black umbrellas. Kangana Ranaut, however, arrived at Parliament looking like she’d made the monsoon part of the outfit.She wore a pale blue Eri silk saree and carried a bright printed umbrella, but it was her accessories that really caught attention. Along…
5 moments happy couples don’t feel the need to share online Every time you open Instagram, it feels like someone is celebrating an anniversary, posting a surprise vacation, or uploading yet another perfectly edited couple reel.It’s easy to look at those posts and wonder whether that’s what a happy relationship is supposed to look like.But…
Mark your calendars for August 12, 2026, when a solar eclipse will grace the skies of certain northern regions. Interpreted through the lens of numerology, this event underscores a powerful 3-8-1 synergy that may trigger life-altering shifts for some. Born under specific dates, individuals may find themselves reassessing their duties while facing karmic lessons. This…
USS Colorado (BB-45). (Photo: Dyer Collection/Naval History and Heritage Command, NH 77074) As American forces moved to capture Tinian in the Mariana Islands during the Second World War, hidden Japanese coastal batteries opened fire on USS Colorado. The battleship was hit 22 times in quick succession, killing 43 crew members and wounding 198 others. Despite…
Scientists engineer lettuce and tobacco to produce myoglobin for meat alternatives Let us accept it: livestock farming is a heavy burden on the environment. Raising animal feed takes vast amounts of land and huge supplies of freshwater, and it adds to global warming by releasing methane and nitrous oxide. Many consumers also worry about animal…
NEW DELHI: Former West Bengal chief minister Mamata Banerjee on Sunday alleged that her car was pelted with stones after protesters intercepted her convoy while she was visiting the family of deceased Trinamool Congress worker Birju Keot in North 24 Parganas.According to Mamata, protesters raised “thief” slogans and threw water bottles and footwear.“Large stones were…
Government weighs higher FDI approval limit to ease investment process (representative image) The government is considering raising the threshold for foreign direct investment (FDI) proposals requiring approval from the Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA) to Rs 15,000 crore from the current Rs 5,000 crore, in a move aimed at further improving India’s investment climate,…
Market capitalisation of four of top-10 most valued firms jumps Rs 1.43 lakh crore Dalal Street ended the previous week on a higher note, with four of the country’s 10 most valued companies adding a combined Rs 1.43 lakh crore to their market valuation.State Bank of India emerged as the biggest beneficiary among the top-10…
Punch, the orphaned baby Japanese macaque at Ichikawa City Zoo, Tokyo, who conquered the hearts of millions while clinging to an orangutan plushie, has turned one. The monkey celebrated his first birthday on 26 June, and was flooded with messages from well-wishers and fans around the world. He is also making friends, and his enclosure…
MCC NEET UG Counselling 2026 dates announced: Important schedule, eligibility, information bulletin and application process The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) has launched the choice-filling window for Round 1 of NEET UG Counselling 2026. It marks an important stage in the process of admissions in undergraduate medical/dental courses under the All India Quota (AIQ).Candidates who have…
