Arab scholar Ibn al-Haytham (Image: Wikipedia) Several years ago, a historian working through a collection of old documents noticed something strange. The same story appeared in book after book, article after article. It had been repeated so often that nobody seemed to question it anymore. Yet when he traced the claim back to its original…
NEW DELHI: Taking a crucial step towards boosting the country’s nuclear energy programme, Atomic Energy Regulatory Board (AERB) has sanctioned “major equipment erection” at Units 5 and 6 of Kudankulam nuclear power plant (KKNPP).The permission, granted on April 30, marks a significant shift from civil construction to core plant development by allowing Nuclear Power Corporation…
Have you ever looked at someone’s job title and thought, “How on earth did they get there from where they started?” Leena Nair’s story is one of those journeys that makes you pause. A girl from the quiet streets of Kolhapur, growing up in a traditional Indian household, now sits at the top of a…
Neem Karoli Baba’s wisdom highlights how attachment, not affection, hinders our inner awakening. Clinging to loved ones, possessions, or outcomes creates fear and restlessness, obscuring life’s deeper truths. He urges us to reflect on what we hold too tightly, emphasizing that true realization comes from allowing life to flow, rather than demanding control. This simple…
One of Bollywood’s most iconic films, Lagaan, is all set to complete 25 years on June 15. To celebrate the milestone, Aamir Khan and director Ashutosh Gowariker reunited with the cast and crew of the Oscar-nominated classic at a grand gathering in Mumbai on Saturday. While the evening was filled with nostalgia and memorable reunions,…
Jabari Brown and MrBeast (Image Via Getty) Jabari Brown, the young pilot who became famous online after winning a private jet in a MrBeast challenge video, has now been arrested in Paraguay in a major drug trafficking investigation. Paraguayan authorities said Brown was detained in Asunción after investigators allegedly found around 261.6 kilograms, or nearly…
Step outside on a peak summer afternoon, and the body gives clear signals: thirst, fatigue, and sometimes even dizziness. In India, where temperatures regularly cross 40°C, hydration is not just about comfort, it is survival. Amid fancy electrolyte drinks and packaged juices, coconut water quietly holds its ground. It has been part of daily life…
The board also issued warning letters to the other employees involved in the case. HDFC Bank‘s board has imposed a monetary penalty of Rs 1 lakh each on its three senior-most executives – Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer Sashidhar Jagdishan, Chief Financial Officer Srinivasan Vaidyanathan and Group Head (Retail Assets) Arvind Vohra. The penalty…
Brahmos missiles swiftly neutralized Pakistan’s air power on May 10, 2025, demonstrating decisive capability. However, prolonged modern conflicts necessitate a cost-effective solution. India is exploring the Long Range Land Attack Cruise Missile (LR-LACM), a cheaper, 1,500 km range weapon, to complement Brahmos and enhance sustained combat operations, ensuring greater strategic staying power. On May 10,…
Trump hints at progress on Iran deal, says second phase will move quickly as talks continue. PM Modi attends G7 summit in Geneva while leaders back tougher Russia sanctions. Mamata Banerjee challenges Bhabanipur election defeat in Calcutta High Court. Shiv Sena UBT faces split claims as Shinde camp says seven MPs may switch sides. Delhi…