Severe weather caused widespread disruptions at all major airports in the Washington, D.C. region on Monday night, resulting in significant delays for flights both arriving and departing. Operations at several key transportation hubs were severely impacted by the storm system that swept through the area, bringing delays that lasted for several hours before being lifted late in the evening. By 11:30 p.m., delays had been lifted across the affected airports and flight activity was g

Millions of borrowers with defaulted federal student loans will soon face renewed consequences as the U.S. government resumes collections. The Department of Education has confirmed that, beginning May 5, it will refer defaulted loans to the Treasury Department’s offset program. This program allows the government to garnish wages, withhold tax refunds, and seize portions of Social Security checks to collect unpaid student debt. These measures officially end the collections pause introduced

In a touching moment following one of the most intense matches of IPL 2025, former Indian cricket captain Sourav Ganguly took time to meet Vaibhav Suryavanshi, Rajasthan Royals’ 14-year-old batting prodigy, at Eden Gardens, Kolkata. The occasion was the aftermath of RR’s heartbreaking 1-run defeat to Kolkata Knight Riders, and Ganguly’s gesture brought both comfort and inspiration to the young player. Despite the loss, and a modest performance from Vaibhav who was

Achieving strong, shiny, and healthy hair goes beyond shampoos, serums, and salon treatments—it begins on your plate. Nutrition plays a key role in hair health, and according to well-known nutritionist Palak Nagpal, a balanced diet rich in specific nutrients can do wonders for your hair’s growth, thickness, and texture. In a recent Instagram video, Palak shared her top three foods that she personally swears by for maintaining healthy hair: lentils, walnuts, and homemade yoghurt.

Actor Ajaz Khan, known for his controversial public presence and past legal run-ins, has found himself in fresh legal trouble after a woman filed a rape complaint against him at Charkop Police Station in Mumbai. This is the second FIR involving the actor and his show House Arrest within a short span, escalating his current legal woes. The case was registered on May 5, 2025, under the newly implemented Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), invoking Sections 64, 64(2M), 69, and 74, which cove

In a surprising turn of events, young Bollywood actor Babil Khan, son of the late legendary actor Irrfan Khan, finds himself at the center of a social media storm after a viral video and a public fallout with director Sai Rajesh the man helming the Hindi remake of the Telugu hit Baby. What started as an emotional moment shared by Babil turned into a highly publicized dispute, raising concerns about the fate of their film collaboration. Recently, a video of Babil breaking

India's media and entertainment industry is on the brink of a monumental transformation, driven by aggressive investment and deep innovation, as revealed in a compelling fireside chat between Uday Shankar, Vice Chairman of JioStar, and Vivek Couto, Managing Director of Media Partners Asia, during the WAVES conference. The session, titled “Media in India: Past 25 Years and Journey Ahead to 2047,” offered an insider’s look at how India has emerged as one of the mo

In a controversial move that could reshape the global entertainment industry, U.S. President Donald Trump has proposed a sweeping 100% tariff on all movies made outside the United States. Trump announced the policy through a post on Truth Social, where he claimed the measure is essential to revive what he described as a declining American film industry. According to Trump, Hollywood is "dying fast" as filmmakers increasingly choose to work with international studios offering better fin

Air India is actively considering introducing domestic technical stops for its North America-bound flights from Delhi to manage the rising operational costs brought on by the ongoing closure of Pakistan’s airspace. According to people familiar with the developments, the airline may route some of its services through Indian cities such as Mumbai or Ahmedabad instead of making technical halts in Europe, which have proven to be significantly more expensive. The Tata Group-ow

Netflix has reached a historic milestone in the stock market, notching 11 consecutive trading days of gains—its longest positive streak since the company went public in May 2002. This surpasses its previous record of a nine-day run achieved between late 2018 and early 2019. The streaming leader’s shares are now trading at all-time highs, continuing a powerful rally that reflects investor confidence in its performance and long-term prospects. This current surge comes

In a moment that reminded fans why cricket is more than just a game, Rajasthan Royals’ pacer Akash Madhwal was seen offering a humble gesture of folded hands to Mumbai Indians legend Rohit Sharma and his wife Ritika Sajdeh following their IPL 2025 clash in Jaipur. The gesture, captured on video and widely circulated on social media, has been praised as a sign of pure respect, earning massive love from fans and fellow cricketers alike. Mumbai Indians (MI) had just crushed Rajas

In a significant development affecting international aviation routes, many of the world’s leading airlines have begun voluntarily avoiding Pakistani airspace, even though they are not officially banned from using it. This move comes in response to the escalating tensions between India and Pakistan, which have resulted in mutual airspace restrictions. While Indian and Pakistani carriers are officially barred from using each other’s airspace, several Western carriers are taking proa

In a landmark moment for Andhra Pradesh, Prime Minister Narendra Modi laid the foundation stone for the capital city of Amaravati, describing it as a "Shakti" a force of transformation and aspiration for the people of the state. Speaking at a grand public event attended by lakhs, PM Modi said that Amaravati was more than just a city; it was a dream turning into reality, representing the ambitions of a state ready to lead in the future. The Prime Minister highlighted the ci

Newark Liberty International Airport, one of the busiest travel hubs in the United States, is grappling with widespread flight delays and cancellations caused by a combination of air traffic controller shortages and ongoing runway construction. The disruption, which began earlier in the week, continued into Friday morning and has left thousands of travelers stranded, rerouting their plans or waiting anxiously for updates on their departure status. According to the Federal Aviation

Andhra Pradesh stands on the cusp of a major transformation as it witnesses the grand inauguration of Amaravati 2.0, a revival and expansion project that is expected to shape the future of the state for decades to come. In a high-profile event today, Prime Minister Narendra Modi joins Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu and Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan to lay the foundation for this visionary venture. The inauguration has garnered national attention, with lakhs of people expected

World Chess Champion D. Gukesh is set to lead Team India in an exciting five-board team match against Team USA, headlined by Grandmaster Hikaru Nakamura. This high-stakes event titled "Checkmate: USA vs. India" will take place on October 4 at the Esports Stadium in Arlington, Texas. The match will bring together some of the top chess minds and influencers from both countries, blending elite competition with the energy of a globally watched event. Alongside Gukesh, Tea

A proposed constitutional amendment backed by Texas Governor Greg Abbott is reigniting debate over how the state handles bail for violent offenders. Abbott says the reform would save lives, while critics warn it could exacerbate jail overcrowding and undermine due process rights. Speaking at a press conference in Houston, Abbott cited a troubling trend in the region: over 200 cases where individuals released on bond for violent charges allegedly killed Texans while awaiting trial. “For

In the days following the brutal terror attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, which claimed the lives of 26 civilians, India has launched an intense diplomatic campaign to spotlight Pakistan’s alleged involvement. External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar has been at the forefront of this effort, engaging with leaders and diplomats from around the world to build pressure and rally support. According to his public posts and government sources, Jaishankar has spoken to representat

Waymo has taken a major step in its autonomous transportation rollout by expanding driverless ride services into key areas of Silicon Valley. Residents in cities such as Los Altos, Palo Alto, Mountain View, and certain neighborhoods of Sunnyvale can now request rides through the Waymo One app, provided their zip codes fall within newly designated service zones. This gradual rollout follows a similar approach used in earlier launches, with limited initial access and plans to widen service over ti

New Jersey residents officially have just one week remaining to obtain a Real ID before the federally enforced deadline of May 7. After this date, travelers without a Real ID-compliant license or a valid passport may be denied boarding at airport security checkpoints. The identification upgrade, long delayed since its original rollout, is about to become a strict requirement. The Real ID Act, passed to enhance national security, will require travelers to present federally approved identification