Prime Minister Narendra Modi, while addressing a rally in Durgapur, West Bengal, launched a scathing attack on Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee and the ruling Trinamool Congress (TMC) over the RG Kar rape-murder case. He was in the state to launch Rs 5,000 crore worth of infrastructure projects and used the opportunity to question the law and order situation in Bengal ahead of the 2026 Assembly elections. Modi&

Full Article (no media names, paragraph style, grammatically proper caps, 2500+ characters): Felix Baumgartner, the Austrian daredevil best known for his historic jump from the edge of space, died in a tragic paragliding accident along the eastern coast of Italy on Thursday. He was piloting a powered hang glider when he lost control and crashed into the vicinity of a private swimming pool in the city of Porto Sant’Elpidio. According to local authorities, Baumgartner&r

Pregnancy is a time of profound change, and taking care of your mental and physical health can positively impact both you and your baby. Prenatal yoga has been shown to reduce stress hormones, improve maternal health, and even boost your baby’s birth weight. In an interview with Dr. Pooja C Thukral, Associate Director of Gynecology at Cloudnine Group of Hospitals, she shared expert tips on incorporating yoga into your routine during pregnancy. Here are t

Microsoft's AI assistant, Copilot, is struggling to match the success of OpenAI's ChatGPT, according to new data. While Microsoft’s Copilot has reached 79 million downloads globally, OpenAI’s ChatGPT has amassed a staggering 900 million downloads, placing it far ahead in the AI race. Google’s Gemini holds second place with 200 million downloads, and DeepSeek follows with 127 million. Despite significant investments, including an $80 b

In a remarkable display of bravery and quick thinking, two Conrail railroad workers are being recognized for their heroic actions that saved a man from drowning during a flash flood in Piscataway, New Jersey, on Monday. The incident occurred at the intersection of New Market Road and Lakeview Avenue, an area hit by sudden and severe flooding following intense rainfall. As local authorities responded to emergency calls about vehicles stranded in rising waters, the first people to arrive at the

COVID-19 is making an unexpected resurgence in California, with San Francisco showing some of the highest levels of the virus detected in wastewater surveillance since the previous winter season. According to newly released data from the California Department of Public Health, the virus is present at moderate levels across most of the state, but certain areas, especially the Bay Area, are recording alarming spikes. In San Francisco specifically, six out of nine wastewater testi

Many errors occur when taxpayers fail to complete all parts of the Excel utility properly. According to Mihir Tanna, Associate Director at S.K Patodia LLP, a common mistake is forgetting to fill in the last row of the Capital Gains schedule row F. It’s essential to enter the quarter-wise details and click the ‘Validate’ button at the top of the sheet. Without this step, your tax details, including capital gains and taxes, may not show up cor

Introduction Mangala Gouri Vrata is one of the most sacred vratas observed by married Hindu women, particularly in South Indian states like Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, and Maharashtra. This vrata is dedicated to Goddess Gauri, a benevolent form of Parvati Devi, and is performed to ensure the well-being, long life, and prosperity of one’s husband and household. The vrata is traditionally observed on all Tuesdays (Mangala-var) in the Shravan month—

A fatal crash early Monday morning shut down all eastbound lanes of State Highway 114 in Irving, Texas, disrupting thousands of commuters and drawing an active police investigation. The accident happened near the intersection of SH 114 and Ester Boulevard, where emergency responders arrived to find a major collision resulting in at least one confirmed death. According to local authorities, the crash forced a complete closure of eastbound lanes, and traffic was being rerouted at Fr

In a bold move to combat the country’s escalating obesity crisis, India’s health ministry has announced a new initiative requiring health warnings on popular deep-fried and sugary snacks such as samosas and jalebis. These foods, deeply embedded in Indian culinary tradition, are now being targeted for their high calorie, fat, and sugar content as the government ramps up efforts to curb rising cases of obesity, diabetes, and cardiovascular diseases. The health ministr

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), India’s largest IT services firm, drew market attention after releasing its first quarter results for FY26 following market hours on July 10. The company reported a stronger-than-expected performance, sparking positive sentiment around the stock, which has the potential to test Rs 3,580 levels in the near term, according to analysts. TCS posted a consolidated net profit of Rs 12,760 crore for the quarter ended June 30, 2025, reflecting a 5

The Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) has launched a new initiative called "Book Prasadam" to promote Sanatana Dharma and raise spiritual awareness among devotees. This innovative move is part of the temple’s broader effort to counter religious conversions and spread the glory of Hindu traditions. Under the guidance of TTD Chairperson BR Naidu, this programme will provide visitors with sacred Hindu texts along with the traditional laddoo pra

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has firmly shut down speculation about a possible leadership change, asserting that he will serve a full five-year term and lead the Congress into the 2028 assembly elections. Speaking exclusively to Media, Siddaramaiah stated, “I will be Chief Minister for five years,” reiterating that there was no pressure from the Congress high command to step down in favor of Deputy CM DK Shivakumar.

The ongoing political drama surrounding the Chief Minister's post in Karnataka has now shifted from Bengaluru to Delhi. Both Siddaramaiah, the current Chief Minister, and DK Shivakumar, the Deputy Chief Minister, have arrived in the national capital. Their visit comes at a time when speculations about a potential leadership change in the state have been circulating, especially after recent claims by Karnataka MLAs about the need for a change in leadership.

A devastating accident unfolded on the morning of July 9, 2025, when the Gambhira-Mujpur bridge in Padra taluka, Gujarat, collapsed during peak traffic hours, plunging several vehicles into the Mahisagar River. The tragedy claimed the lives of nine people and left several others injured. The bridge, which serves as a key link between the Anand and Vadodara districts, suddenly crumbled while four vehicles, including two trucks, a Bolero SUV, and a pickup van, w

Prime Minister Narendra Modi was warmly welcomed in Brasilia by the Indian community and Brazilian performers during his State Visit to Brazil. Following a productive BRICS Summit in Rio de Janeiro, PM Modi arrived to a spectacular cultural display that seamlessly combined the powerful Shiva Tandava Stotram, a traditional Vedic chant, with the energetic rhythms of Brazilian Samba Reggae. The fusion of these two cultural elements created a striking representati

In a dramatic twist, a Shiv Sena minister tried to join the opposition Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) protest in Thane amidst a brewing language debate in the state. The protest, organized by MNS leader Raj Thackeray, was met with chaos as MNS workers were detained by the police. The protest centered around the controversial 'slapgate' incident, in which MNS workers assaulted a food stall owner for speaking Hindi instead of Marathi.

A family of four from Hyderabad, India, lost their lives in a devastating car crash in Dallas, Texas, while on vacation in the United States. The victims have been identified as Sri Venkat, his wife Tejaswini, and their two young children. According to preliminary reports, the family was returning to Dallas after visiting relatives in Atlanta when tragedy struck. A mini-truck, reportedly driving on the wrong side of the road, collided head-on with the family’s vehicle, causing an immedi

Filing your income tax return (ITR) for the first time is a milestone in financial responsibility, but it also comes with its share of confusion and potential pitfalls. From choosing the correct form to verifying the return, a few missteps can delay refunds or even invite scrutiny from the Income Tax Department. With the ITR filing season for Financial Year 2024–25 now open, new taxpayers must stay alert and informed.

In a significant legal blow to Bollywood actor Saif Ali Khan, the Madhya Pradesh High Court has ruled that the ancestral properties of the Pataudi family, valued at approximately ₹15,000 crore, are “enemy property,” overturning a 1999 verdict that had upheld ownership rights in favor of his great-grandmother, Sajida Sultan. The court’s decision stems from the application of India’s Enemy Property Act, which allows the government to take control of assets left behind