A wildfire sparked by a lightning strike is continuing to burn through a remote and ecologically sensitive bird sanctuary on the Bolivar Peninsula, located near Port Bolivar, Texas. The blaze, which started Friday evening, has now spread across approximately 160 acres of brush and marshland and remains active several days later. Emergency responders are currently monitoring the fire closely but are not attempting direct suppression due to the remote nature of the affected area. The fire has so f

Jagdeep Dhankhar, the 14th Vice President of India, has officially resigned from his post, citing health concerns. This surprising resignation comes as the country’s political landscape faces an unexpected shift on the first day of the Monsoon Parliament session. Dhankhar, who was also serving as the Chairman of the Rajya Sabha, had taken office in August 2022. His resignation letter, addressed to President Droupadi Murmu, was a formal declaration in whi

At least 19 people were killed and over 70 injured after a Bangladesh Air Force F-7 training jet crashed into the Milestone School and College building in Dhaka's Uttara area on Monday. The tragic incident occurred while classes were in session, resulting in a horrific scene of chaos and devastation. Television footage showed thick black smoke billowing from the crash site as fire personnel and rescue teams rushe

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin has been hospitalized at Apollo Hospital in Chennai after experiencing mild giddiness during his routine morning walk. The 71-year-old leader was admitted to the hospital on Monday morning for medical observation, with doctors conducting various diagnostic tests to assess his condition. The hospital confirmed that Stalin’s symptoms are currently being evaluated. Shortly after

The historic lanes of Hyderabad's Old City were immersed in faith and festivity as the Bonalu celebrations at Lal Darwaza reached their vibrant peak on Sunday. Thousands of devotees, especially women dressed in traditional finery, gathered at the revered Sri Simhavahini Mahankali temple to offer Bonam to the goddess. The rhythmic beats of dappu drums echoed across the area, transforming the neighborhood into a scene of spiritual energy and cultural pride.

Nineteen years after one of India’s deadliest terror attacks, the Bombay High Court has acquitted all 12 individuals previously convicted in the 2006 Mumbai train blasts case. The July 11, 2006, attacks killed 189 people and injured over 800 when seven coordinated explosions rocked Mumbai’s local train network within just 11 minutes during evening rush hour. The high court bench, comprising Justice Anil K

Tamil superstar and motorsports enthusiast Ajith Kumar walked away unhurt after a car crash during the GT4 European Series held at the Misano World Circuit in Italy. The incident occurred during the second round of the championship, where Ajith was racing as a part of his ongoing participation in international motorsport. His car collided with a stationary vehicle on the track, forcing him to withdraw from the race. Despite the scare, what captured the public&

As the Coldplay kiss cam scandal continues to dominate headlines, attention has now turned to Megan Kerrigan, wife of  Astronomer CEO Andy Byron, and the potential financial windfall she could receive if the couple proceeds with divorce. Hours after the now-viral video showed Byron embracing Chief People Officer Kristin Cabot at a Boston concert, Kerrigan dropped her husband’s name from her social media accounts fueling widespread speculation about

The fate of the Asia Cup 2025 hangs in uncertainty as the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), along with several other member boards, has decided to boycott the upcoming Asian Cricket Council (ACC) meeting scheduled for July 24 in Dhaka, Bangladesh. This development stems from ongoing political tensions between India and Bangladesh, which have now spilled over into the cricketing sphere. According to high-l

In a powerful display of determination and skill, Sohail Khan from Sagar, Madhya Pradesh, has etched his name in history by becoming the first Indian male fighter to win a silver medal at the Kudo World Cup 2025. Held in Sofia, Bulgaria, the tournament saw Khan dominate his way through the early rounds and enter the final, a feat no Indian male had ever achieved in this full-contact Japanese martial art. Kudo, a hybr

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to embark on a key two-nation diplomatic visit from July 23 to 26, covering the United Kingdom and the Maldives. This high-profile tour is strategically timed to boost India’s global trade presence and mend regional diplomatic ties. The first leg of the visit takes him to the UK from July 23–24, where he will officially sign the long-anticipated India-UK Free Trade Agreement (FTA). This agreement, hailed as a lan

After several weeks of disruption and ongoing emergency repair work, the Route 71 bridge over the Shark River is on track to reopen by early to mid-August, according to the New Jersey Department of Transportation. The bridge, which serves as a vital link between Belmar and Avon-By-The-Sea, was originally constructed in 1932 and had to be closed to vehicular and pedestrian traffic on June 13 following a mechanical failure on the south leaf. This marks the second consecutive year the structure

Nearly a year after the disappearance of 28-year-old Mamta Kafle Bhatt from Prince William County, Virginia, her husband Naresh Bhatt, who stands accused of murdering her, will not face trial until October 2026. A local judge ruled to delay the high-profile case by 15 months during a court session held Friday morning, citing the defense’s need for additional time to review substantial digital evidence and extensive witness lists. Naresh Bhatt was arrested on August 22, 20

The promise of AI revolutionizing work in 2025 has taken an unexpected turn. Instead of enhancing job opportunities, major tech firms have begun aggressively cutting jobs. From Amazon’s AWS division to Microsoft’s AI departments and Google’s search engineering teams, the shift toward automation is leaving thousands unemployed. Amazon, Microsoft, and Google Spark Layoff Wave

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&

Managing personal loans effectively is crucial in maintaining financial stability. High EMIs (Equated Monthly Installments) often become a burden, especially when income and expenses are mismatched. Below are five practical ways to reduce your EMI and ease monthly financial stress: Top 5 Ways to Reduce Your Personal Loan EMI

Coldplay’s Music of the Spheres World Tour delivered more than just music and lights at its Boston stop this time, it included a viral scandal that has taken the internet by storm. While engaging with fans through the crowd-favorite kiss cam segment, Coldplay frontman Chris Martin inadvertently uncovered a secret that left the stadium buzzing. During the Gillette Stadium concert, Martin’s light-hearted interaction turned serious when he focused the

The Indian government has informed the Karnataka High Court that the platform X, owned by Elon Musk, cannot claim unrestricted legal immunity under the ‘safe harbour’ provision of the Information Technology Act when it comes to allowing unlawful content. The Centre stressed that promoting or tolerating harmful material under the guise of free speech poses a significant threat to democracy, public order, and social cohesion. In its written submission to the court, the g

A new nationwide study has placed several Ohio cities among the most stressed in the United States, highlighting growing concerns related to financial insecurity, work-life balance, family dynamics, and overall well-being across the state. The report evaluated 182 major U.S. municipalities, including the most populated cities in every state, analyzing dozens of stress-related indicators to build a detailed picture of urban stress levels in 2025. Among the Ohio cities featured,

Taking expired medication may not always result in harmful effects, but it is not something you should make a habit of. According to Dr. Rahul Mehta, a general physician, the effectiveness of expired medicine tends to decrease over time, but they rarely turn harmful chemically. "Many medicines retain much of their effectiveness after the expiry date, but their potency reduces," Dr. Mehta explained. This reduction in effectiveness could pose a risk, p