Tollywood star Venkatesh Daggubati recently visited Bengaluru’s iconic Vidyarthi Bhavan restaurant, where he enjoyed a traditional South Indian breakfast that quickly went viral on social media. Popular Telugu actor Venkatesh Daggubati recently visited the legendary Vidyarthi Bhavan restaurant in Bengaluru on May 9, 2026. Famous for its crispy dosas and authentic South Indian breakfast, the iconic eatery welcomed the actor for a simple yet memorable meal. A video

Global death penalty data shows executions remain concentrated in a few countries, while India issues far more death sentences than the U.S. The global death penalty remains in force in a limited number of countries, but recent figures show that its use is still concentrated in a small group of states. In 2024, Amnesty International recorded 2,087 new death sentences across 46 countries and 1,518 executions in 15 countries, the highest execution total since 2015. The

Iran execution of a protest-linked man accused of working with Mossad has drawn global attention, as authorities continue to enforce strict measures following unrest earlier this year. Officials confirmed on Saturday that Erfan Kiani was executed after being convicted of carrying out activities linked to Israeli intelligence during January protests, highlighting the country’s ongoing crackdown amid rising regional tensions. According to Iran’s j

Hours after the US Justice Department announced the lifting of the federal moratorium on capital punishment and the reinstatement of firing squad executions, Pope Leo XIV issued a strongly worded message condemning the death penalty. Delivered through a video address to DePaul University in Chicago, the Pope’s remarks coincided with the 15th anniversary of Illinois abolishing capital punishment, underscoring the significance of the moment. In his message, Pope Leo XIV emphasized t

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) delivered a commanding performance to defeat Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) in their IPL 2026 encounter at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru, on Wednesday, April 15, 2026. The win was built on a disciplined bowling display and a controlled chase, extending RCB’s strong run in the tournament. RCB’s bowling attack set the tone early, dismantling LSG’s batting lineup and restricting them to 146 all out. The standout performer was Rasikh Dar, who pr

Social media users inundated X, formerly known as Twitter, with unverified claims about President Donald Trump’s death over the weekend of Saturday, April 5, 2026. The rumors began gaining traction around 10 AM IST on Sunday, April 6, 2026, alleging that the 79-year-old leader had been rushed to Walter Reed National Military Medical Center due to a serious health emergency, possibly a heart attack or stroke. These speculations mirrored earlier hoaxes from 2025 but intensified following a Wh

Israel’s parliament approved a controversial law introducing the death penalty for certain Palestinians convicted of killing Israelis during a session held in Jerusalem on Monday, March 30, 2026. The legislation marks a significant shift in Israel’s legal framework for handling security-related offenses and reflects a long-standing push by far-right leaders to impose stricter punishments for attacks described as terrorism. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu attended the vote in person and

A 37-year-old Indian-origin information technology professional was killed after unidentified assailants opened fire on the vehicle he was travelling in at a shopping centre parking lot in Toronto, according to Canadian police officials. The victim, identified as Chandan Kumar, hailed from Bengaluru Rural district in Karnataka and had been living in Canada for the past six years while working with a private technology company. The incident occurred on Saturday, February 7, when poli

Pakistan’s former Prime Minister Imran Khan has once again become the centre of intense social media speculation after unverified rumours of his death went viral online. Khan, who has been in Rawalpindi’s Adiala jail since January 2025, was the subject of sensational claims shared by an X handle known as Afghan Times. The account alleged, without evidence, that Imran Khan had been murdered in custody and that his body had been moved out of jail. No official agency or government department

A horrific bus accident on the Hyderabad-Bengaluru route claimed 12 lives when a Volvo bus caught fire near Kurnool in Andhra Pradesh during the early hours of Friday. The Kaveri Travels bus, carrying around 40 passengers, began its journey from Hyderabad at midnight. Around 3:30 am, it collided with a two-wheeler near Ullindakonda on NH-44, leading to a spark that quickly engulfed the vehicle in flames. Within minutes, the fire spread throughout the AC bus, leaving passengers trapped as many

A powerful earthquake measuring 6.9 magnitude struck the central Philippines late Tuesday night, leaving at least 26 people dead and 147 others injured according to the national disaster agency. The quake occurred on September 30 at 9:50 pm local time, with its epicenter located off the northern coast of Cebu. The tremor was initially measured at magnitude 7.0 but was later revised to 6.9. Despite being slightly lower than first reported, the shallow quake unleashed widespread destruction acr

A recent scientific breakthrough has revealed that the human body emits a faint glow, a phenomenon that vanishes once life ends. This glow, described as ultraweak photon emission or biophoton emission, involves faint particles of light generated by living cells. Researchers from the University of Calgary and the National Research Council of Canada reported the findings in The Journal of Physical Chemistry Letters, showing that humans, mice, and even plants rad

Singer and viral sensation D4vd has canceled the remaining dates of his United States tour following the discovery of a decomposed body in his impounded Tesla. The 15-year-old girl, identified as Celeste Rivas, was found earlier this month, leading authorities to open a death investigation that has now overshadowed the artist’s career. The young performer, who rose to fame on TikTok with viral songs like “Romantic Homicide,” had been touring since August, with sche

Lego has made a major announcement that is set to excite collectors and Star Wars fans around the world. The company revealed it will release its largest and most expensive building set ever, designed around the iconic Star Wars Death Star. This upcoming release will not only break records in terms of size and price but also offer fans one of the most detailed and immersive Lego experiences to date. The new Death Star Lego set is expected to retail for nearly $1,000, making it the m

Shibu Soren, the former Chief Minister of Jharkhand and the founder of the Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM), passed away at the age of 81 after a prolonged battle with illness. Soren, who played a pivotal role in the creation of Jharkhand as a state and led the JMM for decades, was a respected leader in Indian politics. His death marks the end of an era in Jharkhand's political landscape. The political community and people of Jharkhand mourn the loss of a leader who significantly contributed to

In a major counter-terrorism breakthrough, the Gujarat Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) has arrested Shama Parveen, a 30-year-old woman from Bengaluru, for allegedly leading an Al-Qaeda in the Indian Subcontinent (AQIS)-linked terror module. Authorities believe she was the key conspirator and handler, orchestrating operations from Karnataka while maintaining contact with recruits across states. Her arrest is part of an expanding investigation into a module with susp

The death sentence of Indian nurse Nimisha Priya has been completely overturned by authorities in Yemen, according to an announcement made by the office of the Grand Mufti of India, Kanthapuram AP Abubakar Musliyar. This decision comes as a significant development in a case that has drawn widespread international attention over the past several years. Nimisha Priya was convicted in March 2018 for the murder of her local sponsor, and in 2020, a Yemeni court sentenced her to death, triggering a

Michael Madsen, the renowned actor famous for his intense roles in Quentin Tarantino's classics such as 'Reservoir Dogs' and 'Kill Bill', has passed away at the age of 67. He was found unresponsive in his Malibu home on Thursday morning, with the suspected cause of death being cardiac arrest. His death has left the entertainment world mourning the loss of one of its most memorable actors. Madsen&#

In a shocking incident, a lawyer representing the National Highway Authority of India (NHAI) made a remark during a Madhya Pradesh High Court hearing that sparked public outrage. The remark, questioning why people left their homes early without work during a devastating 40-hour traffic jam on the Indore-Dewas highway, came under intense scrutiny after three people tragically lost their lives. The traffic jam, which involved over 4,000 vehicles stranded on the