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In a rare and heartwarming instance, a 40-year-old mother and her 17-year-old son are pursuing graduation together at MA College in Kerala. While she is enrolled in BA English, her son is doing B.Com. They even share some language classes
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In Mandsaur, Madhya Pradesh, a man danced during his close friend’s funeral procession to honour a heartfelt last wish. The emotional gesture by Ambalal Prajapati has gone viral, reflecting a touching story of friendship and final promises
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ISRO is set to launch the advanced NISAR satellite with NASA aboard GSLV-F16 from Sriharikota. This landmark Earth observation mission will track environmental changes, natural disasters, and climate patterns using dual-frequency radar—marking the most ambitious Indo-US space collaboration yet
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A massive 8.8 magnitude earthquake struck Russia's Far East, triggering small tsunami waves in Japan and Alaska and prompting alerts across the Pacific. The quake ranks among the strongest recorded globally, reviving memories of past catastrophic seismic events
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A massive 8.8 magnitude earthquake off Russia’s Kamchatka Peninsula triggered tsunami warnings across the Pacific, including Alaska, Hawaii, and the US West Coast. While no major damage was reported, authorities advised evacuations
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Doctors in Amravati successfully removed a half-kilogram hairball from the stomach of a 10-year-old girl who had been eating her own hair. The child was experiencing vomiting, appetite loss, and weight issues. She is now recovering well post-surgery
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A powerful 8.7 magnitude earthquake off Russia’s Kamchatka Peninsula triggered tsunami waves up to 4 metres, striking the northern Kuril Islands. Over 2,500 residents were evacuated from Severo-Kurilsk. No casualties were reported, though coastal flooding and structural damage occurred
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Reconstruction of the ancestral homes of Bollywood legends Dilip Kumar and Raj Kapoor began in Peshawar. Funded by the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government, the Rs 70 million project aims to restore the houses as museums, promoting cultural heritage and boosting tourism
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Amitabh Bachchan shared a nostalgic post featuring an old Rs 20 ticket from his iconic 1975 film Sholay, which turns 50 on August 15. He reflected on the stark price difference, comparing it to today’s cost of an aerated drink in theatres
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ISRO will launch the NASA-ISRO Synthetic Aperture Radar (NISAR) satellite aboard GSLV-F16 on July 30 from Sriharikota. The dual-frequency radar satellite will enable 24x7 Earth observation, aiding disaster management, climate monitoring, and natural resource tracking. Gaganyaan’s humanoid test mission is set for December
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The Centre clarified in Parliament that it is not considering GST on UPI transactions over ₹2,000. Karnataka’s GST notices to traders were issued by the state’s Commercial Tax Department, not the Centre, Minister Pralhad Joshi asserted, accusing the state of misleading the public
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A stampede at Haridwar's Mansa Devi Temple during Shravan left six devotees dead on Sunday due to heavy overcrowding. Rescue efforts are ongoing. The incident highlights recurring crowd management challenges at major religious gatherings in India this year
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Ancient Hawaiian petroglyphs have reemerged on Oahu’s Waianae coast after seasonal waves exposed the 600-year-old carvings. Native experts view this as a message from ancestors, while the Army balances preserving the cultural site and allowing public acces
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As AI reshapes our reality, reclaiming meaning requires self-awareness, critical thinking, and authentic human engagement
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A study by EThames Business School found that over half of women using TGSRTC buses face discomfort, with limited awareness of safety tools. The study urges systemic reforms, including gender-sensitivity training and tech-based complaint systems to enhance commuter safety
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Political tensions in Bangladesh escalated as parties debated whether one leader should hold multiple top roles, including Prime Minister, party chief, and Leader of the House. The National Consensus Commission and several parties oppose the concentration of power, citing democratic concerns
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Despite their tiny brains, ants exhibit remarkable intelligence and cooperation, rivaling human achievements in agriculture, medicine, and engineering. From complex farming and injury care to building floating rafts and bridges, ants demonstrate collective problem-solving that humans are only beginning to fully understand
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Andy Byron, CEO of Astronomer Inc., resigned after a viral jumbotron video showed him embracing chief people officer Kristin Cabot at a Coldplay concert. The incident sparked an internal investigation and reignited debate on privacy, leadership accountability, and internet surveillance
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A 16-year-old boy was injured after stepping on an IED planted by Naxalites in Chhattisgarh’s Bijapur district while grazing cattle. Police warned civilians to stay alert in forest areas where Maoists frequently plant explosives targeting security forces
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Kerala High Court introduced India’s first policy on AI use in district judiciary, banning AI tools for decision-making or legal reasoning. The policy emphasizes responsible, assistive use only, prioritizing human oversight, privacy, fairness, and accountability, with penalties for violations
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi lauded TVS Motor executives for promoting Kutch's culture through their coffee table book, created after a motorcycling event at Rann Utsav 2025. Modi praised the initiative and invited tourists to explore Kutch’s heritage and landscapes
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Gold prices are expected to stay range-bound amid global trade uncertainty, key US macroeconomic data, and central bank cues. While domestic festive demand may offer support, a stronger US dollar and volatility persist. Silver surged on tightening supply and industrial demand
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Leopold, Taj Mahal Palace Hotel, and Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus are more than bullet-riddled memories — they are living, breathing chapters of Mumbai’s story
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Targeted reforms and data-driven strategies to empower women are essential for equitable national growth
