Senegal’s government has defended its tougher anti-LGBTQ legislation amid growing criticism from international rights groups and activists, with Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko accusing Western countries of trying to “impose” foreign social values on the country.Addressing lawmakers on Friday, Sonko condemned what he described as Western pressure on Senegal over homosexuality. “There is a kind of…
Indian man arrested in US for gold scam, sentenced to 15.5 years in prison. Syed M Makki, a 38-year-old Indian man in Illinois, has been sentenced to 15.5 years in prison without parole for taking part in gold scam targeting elderly victims. Gold scams are widespread in the US where scamsters convince senior citizens that…
CBSE has extended the deadline for students to apply for scanned copies of Class 12 answer books after its website faced heavy traffic and technical disruptions. The board said the move was aimed at ensuring that no student misses the opportunity to apply for verification or re-evaluation due to portal-related issues. The Central Board of…
Gold has fascinated civilisations for millennia because of one remarkable quality: it rarely loses its shine. Ancient coins, jewellery and royal artefacts buried for thousands of years can still emerge gleaming with their familiar golden glow. Scientists have long known that gold resists corrosion better than most metals, but the exact atomic mechanisms behind this…
Real manipulation doesn’t look like a cartoon villain twirling their mustache. It’s way quieter than that. Usually, it shows up disguised as a super helpful coworker, a sudden midnight emergency, or a friend who just “really needs to vent.” Because these moves feel completely normal—sometimes even incredibly flattering—you usually don’t realize you’re being played until…
One of the world’s largest military air shows has been cancelled after organisers cited uncertainty linked to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.The Royal International Air Tattoo, held annually at RAF Fairford, will no longer take place this year following discussions with the United States Air Force over access to the base.Organisers confirmed the…
NEW DELHI: Kolkata Knight Riders suffered a major setback ahead of their crucial do-or-die IPL 2026 clash against Delhi Capitals, with star wicketkeeper-batter Angkrish Raghuvanshi being ruled out of the remainder of the tournament.KKR issued an official update on Raghuvanshi, who has been one of their standout performers in IPL 2026.“Angkrish Raghuvanshi has been ruled…
NEW DELHI: A drone attack on the UAE’s Barakah nuclear power plant has intensified fears of a wider regional escalation, with analysts warning that Iran-backed militias in Iraq are emerging as a key front in Tehran’s confrontation with the US and Israel.The United Arab Emirates said the attack targeting the Barakah plant on Sunday originated…
Maya Angelou was one of the most respected writers, poets, and speakers in the world. Born in 1928 in the United States, she inspired millions through her poetry, autobiographies, and speeches that focused on courage, kindness, identity, and hope. Angelou faced many hardships during her life, but she transformed her struggles into wisdom and strength….
Shubman Gill (Image credit: BCCI) NEW DELHI: With several exciting T20 talents emerging, team selection has become a major headache for the selectors. Former India spinner Ravichandran Ashwin believes Shubman Gill, who is in ominous form in IPL 2026, deserves a place in India’s T20I setup. However, with youngsters like Vaibhav Suryavanshi and Priyansh Arya…
For Scorpio Ascendant, Jupiter’s transit into Cancer in 2026 is one of those sky events that deserves close attention. Jupiter becomes exalted in Cancer, and for Vrishchik Lagna, that means a naturally auspicious planet grows even stronger in the 9th house of fortune, dharma, father, guru, blessings, higher education and long-distance spiritual movement.Why does this…
A German woman, Claudia Wuttke, discovered videos of her former partner allegedly drugging and raping her over 16 years. Most of these alleged crimes will not face trial due to Germany’s five-year statute of limitations, leaving only two cases to proceed. Wuttke expressed her distress over the majority of the alleged abuse going unpunished. A…
