Starting July 1, 2025, the City of San Marcos will implement paid parking for non-residents at City Park, located at 170 Charles Austin Drive. This move comes as part of a broader initiative to maintain and support local park resources as community usage continues to grow, especially during weekends and holidays. Non-residents visiting City Park will need to pay for parking either at on-site kiosks (cash or card) or

Homeowners across Dallas are growing increasingly frustrated as the city’s short-term rental (STR) ban remains stuck in legal limbo. With the Dallas Court of Appeals yet to set a date for a re-hearing, many residents particularly those living near frequently rented "party houses" are left feeling helpless and unprotected. Over the weekend, Dallas police responded to a chaotic scene at a short-term ren

Ravichandran Ashwin and his Tamil Nadu Premier League franchise Dindigul Dragons have been officially cleared of ball-tampering allegations following a formal investigation by the Tamil Nadu Cricket Association (TNCA). The accusations were initially made by Siechem Madurai Panthers after their nine-wicket defeat to the Dragons in a TNPL 2025 fixture on June 14 at the Salem Cricket Foundation Ground. The Madurai Panth

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has arrived in Calgary, Canada, to attend the 51st G7 Summit, currently taking place in Kananaskis, Alberta. His visit to Canada follows a diplomatic engagement in Cyprus, where he was hosted by President Nikos Christodoulides. The summit comes at a crucial time as global geopolitical tensions escalate, especially due to ongoing hostilities between Israel and Iran, and the continuing Russia-Ukraine conflict.

In a heartfelt address to Air India employees following the tragic crash of flight AI 171, Chairman N Chandrasekaran acknowledged the immense pain experienced by the airline family and expressed solidarity with the victims' families. Speaking to teams gathered at Air India Headquarters, Training Academy, and the Gurugram office on June 16, Chandrasekaran described the incident as the “most heartbreaking crisis” of his career. He emphasized the

The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) is set to revolutionize Aadhaar verification by launching a new mobile application that will allow users to share their Aadhaar details securely through a QR code. This initiative aims to eliminate the need for physical photocopies of Aadhaar, offering users the option to share either the full or masked version of their Aadhaar number with complete control and consent.

In a bold blend of AI and education, 27-year-old IIM Ahmedabad student Yugantar Gupta has drawn attention across India by crediting ChatGPT for helping him excel in an assignment. Now, taking his approach a step further, Gupta has released a detailed exam preparation guide titled Study Smart – The Ultimate Exam Guide, designed for students tackling India’s toughest competitive exams. Gupta, who s

An Air India flight operating from Hong Kong to Delhi was forced to turn back mid-air after the pilot identified a possible technical glitch on board the Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner. The aircraft, designated as flight AI315, had already taken off from Hong Kong when the pilot made the precautionary decision to return to the departure airport to ensure passenger safety. While details on the specific nature of the technica

President Donald Trump’s military parade celebrating the 250th anniversary of the US Army drew widespread criticism and mockery after videos showed troops marching without coordination in front of a small crowd. The parade, which cost around $45 million, took place on Constitution Avenue in Washington D.C. and involved over 6,600 soldiers, tanks, and even robotic dogs. Trump, accompanied by First Lady Melania T

The Trump administration is reportedly considering a major expansion of its travel ban, potentially adding 36 countries to the list of those restricted from entering the United States. This move comes amid President Donald Trump’s broader immigration crackdown, which began in earnest during his second term. Earlier this month, Trump signed a proclamation banning travelers from 12 countries, citing national security concerns and threats posed by foreign t

When you think of mountains, snow-capped peaks or dense green forests may come to mind. But around the world, there are extraordinary mountain landscapes that break the mold—known for their strikingly vibrant colours. These “rainbow mountains” are geological masterpieces, shaped by volcanic activity, sediment layering, and natural mineral deposits over millennia. Here are five of the most uniquely colourful mountain destinations that should t

A Lufthansa flight from Frankfurt to Hyderabad was forced to return mid-air on Sunday following a suspected bomb threat, aviation sources confirmed. The aircraft, a Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner operating as flight LH752, departed from Frankfurt at approximately 2:15 PM local time and was scheduled to arrive in Hyderabad at 6:00 AM on Monday. Shortly after takeoff, the airline’s crew received information regarding a po

Amid the deadly escalation between Israel and Iran, US President Donald Trump has claimed that peace between the two adversaries will be achieved "soon". Speaking on his social media platform Truth Social, Trump linked the ongoing conflict to his earlier diplomatic efforts, citing the India-Pakistan ceasefire and the Serbia-Kosovo agreement as successful examples of his peacemaking approach. Trump

A tragic incident unfolded on Sunday afternoon in Pune’s Maval tehsil, where an iron bridge over the Indrayani River collapsed near the popular monsoon tourist spot Kundmala. The collapse, which occurred amid rising river levels following days of rainfall, resulted in the death of at least two individuals, with several others feared missing. Reports suggest that 15 to 20 people were on the bridge at the time, many of whom were swept away as the structur

In one of the deadliest air disasters in Indian aviation history, Air India Flight AI-171, a Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner, crashed shortly after takeoff from Ahmedabad’s Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport, killing 274 people. The aircraft was en route to Gatwick, London, with 242 people onboard, including 12 crew members. The last words from the cockpit, “Thrust not achieved… falling… Mayday! Mayday! Mayday!” were transm

Indian-American venture capitalist Vinod Khosla has sparked a major debate by suggesting that artificial intelligence may undermine the dominance of elite universities and high-prestige careers. Reacting to a report titled “The End of Prestige”, Khosla argued that AI tools are eroding the traditional value of expensive degrees in law, medicine, and finance by replacing the need for memorized knowledge with the ability to intelligently query AI sys

A tragic helicopter crash near Gaurikund on the morning of June 15, 2025, has prompted urgent action from Indian aviation authorities and the Uttarakhand state government. The 407 helicopter, operated by Aryan Aviation, had just completed a round trip from Guptkashi to Kedarnath, carrying five adult passengers, one infant, and a pilot—all of whom were killed. Preliminary findings suggest a Controlled Flight into Terrain (CFIT), as the aircraft was repor

  A large-scale protest unfolded across the Bay Area on Saturday as part of the growing No Kings movement, where organizers sought to send a powerful visual message by forming a seven-mile-long human chain along El Camino Real. Stretching from Sunnyvale to Palo Alto, the event, called “7x7K,” was organized to oppose what participants describe as authoritarian-leaning policies from former President Donald Trump and to demonstrate strong public support for democratic

The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) is launching a widespread crackdown on fraudulent EB-1A visa applications, particularly targeting individuals who may have manipulated their profiles using low-quality publications, fake citations, and questionable awards. Immigration attorney Rahul Reddy recently revealed that several EB-1A petitions—mostly filed by Indian nationals—are being reopened and reviewed, with some already facing rev

India’s tax authorities are zeroing in on cryptocurrency tax evaders in a major enforcement drive led by the Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT). As part of an intensified compliance campaign, the CBDT has flagged thousands of individuals and entities who failed to declare their income from Virtual Digital Assets (VDAs) for the assessment years 2023–24 and 2024–25. Many skipped Schedule VDA in their income tax returns or incorrectly applied