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'Put You To Sleep With A Slap': flydubai Co-Pilot's Hate Posts Against Women
Hamam al-Hammami, 29, has been accused of nearly crashing the sharply plummeting flight with 182 people aboard in a suspected hijacking attempt last week.
From 3,000 kg of Ganesha idol waste to 760 study tables: Inside ‘Visarjan Se Vidya Tak’ initiative
The 'Visarjan Se Vidya Tak' project creatively transforms discarded Ganesha idols into functional furniture, such as study tables for educational institutions. Spearheaded by Malhar Kaalambe and Dr. Binish Desai, the initiative has already repurposed 3,000 kg of Plaster of Paris into essential school furniture. By…

Does RAC guarantee a seat in Indian Railways? What Reservation Against Cancellation means for your train ticket
Another showdown brewing in Pak? Imran Khan supporters hit streets after talks fail
Shammi Narang’s grandson hears Dadu’s iconic Delhi Metro voice for the first time
Shammi Narang took his grandson Rushaan on his first Metro ride in Delhi. Rushaan recognized his grandfather's voice coming from the train's speakers, creating a memorable experience. Many social media users reminisced about Narang's voice from television and announcements. The voice holds personal significance for…

'Can Put On Hold': Top Court To Examine Poll Body Decisions Amid Dissent Row
A PIL urged the top court to determine whether Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar has been individually exercising powers that legally belong to the Election Commission as a whole, and, if so, to declare those actions unauthorised and take appropriate legal action.

Break-up of marks needed to aid prep, say UPSC candidates
According to experts, the detailed distribution of marks should be released after the declaration of the final result, when the entire exam cycle has concluded. Releasing it before the interviews and final result may affect an ongoing selection process
Civil Services Preliminary Examination 2026: tough by design or default?
An exam meant to filter talent is increasingly seen as rejecting it, raising questions about fairness, design, and whether the system is identifying merit — a warning that calls for deeper reflection and timely course correction, rather than remaining a mere instance of acknowledgement
Congress MP and TVK MLA argue over lighting ceremonial lamp in govt event
During a baby shower event in Trichy, a disagreement arose between TVK MLA Navalpattu Viji and Congress MP Christopher Tilak. The conflict started over the protocol regarding who should light a ceremonial lamp first. After an argument, which escalated to Viji knocking the lamp from Tilak's hand, Minister Ramesh…

BenDaDonnn Texas Arrest Controversy Explained As Police Detail What Happened At College Station
BenDaDonnn was arrested in College Station after a police confrontation outside The Spot. Police said he faced an evading arrest charge, while his companion Kenny Carter faced another charge and had a firearm recovered.

Letting the wind flow freely is the secret to cooling our cities
Slower winds can affect how people experience heat. Normally, the air immediately above the ground becomes saturated with water vapour due to evaporation. When winds blow faster, the saturated air is replaced with drier air. Slower winds, however, also limit evaporation

'Not again': Arrest of US marine for murder reignites protests in Japan's Okinawa
For many locals on this island, the arrest has brought decades of frustration back to the fore.