Women in Banswara revived an ancient 100-year-old tradition called ‘Dhaad’ to invoke rain amid a monsoon deficit. Dressed in traditional male attire, they marched to local temples. Their efforts coincided with the start of heavy rains in the region, showing the potential influence of time-honoured customs in addressing ecological challenges.
Read MoreJohn Alfred Tinniswood, the world’s oldest man at 112, celebrated his milestone birthday in Merseyside. Born in 1912, he attributes his longevity to luck and a modest lifestyle, including a weekly tradition of fish and chips. He reflected on his life, offering insights on moderation and resilience while providing advice to younger generations to...
Read MoreThe government introduced Sovereign Gold Bonds (SGBs) in 2015 as a safer alternative to physical gold. They can be bought during subscription periods or from the secondary market through NSE and BSE.
Read MoreNvidia’s stock surge turned many employees into millionaires overnight, yet the intense work culture under CEO Jensen Huang left them too busy to enjoy their wealth. Former employees described the workplace as highly stressful with long hours and frequent confrontations, attributing their tolerance to lucrative compensation packages.
Read MoreDelhi’s roads transformed into racing tracks for commercial vehicles at night, prompting a need for stricter enforcement. Notable incidents include a woman killed in Wazirabad and a pedestrian in August. Data showed an increase in accidents and fatalities in 2023. Police stress evaluating drivers rigorously and ensuring compliance to reduce mishaps. Special teams conduct...
Read MoreA high school assignment in Oklahoma questioning the existence of God and Satan provoked a viral backlash after a parent posted it on Facebook. Skiatook Public Schools responded, acknowledging the assignment did not align with their instructional plan, and promised improvements while addressing public concerns about religious bias in public education.
Read MoreGoogle raised YouTube Premium subscription prices in India across Student, Individual, and Family plans. The Family plan saw the most significant increase, rising by more than 50%. Existing subscribers were reportedly notified and need to accept new prices by September.
Read MoreA thief entered Marathi film director Swapna Joshi’s sixth-floor flat in Andheri, scaling a drainage pipe. He rummaged through rooms, stealing Rs 6,000 before being spotted by the director’s son-in-law, who chased him away. The incident, captured on CCTV, deeply disturbed Joshi, prompting her to file a police complaint and install safety grilles.
Read MoreFormer England pace legend James Anderson praised Virat Kohli as one of the best players for his exceptional record in chasing runs, particularly in white-ball cricket. Anderson highlighted Kohli’s strong sense of self-belief and compared his skill to Australia’s Michael Bevan but noted Kohli’s higher frequency of centuries during winning chases.
Read MoreDeputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar’s visit to inaugurate Rs300 crore development projects in Pune sparked controversy due to banners missing photos of CM Eknath Shinde and Deputy CM Devendra Fadnavis. Former BJP MLA Jagdish Mulik objected, questioning the adherence to alliance protocols. Pawar clarified that only local representatives and concerned ministers should feature on...
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