Fresh violence erupted in Manipur on Saturday when militants attacked a village in Jiribam, using sophisticated weapons and explosives. CRPF and police personnel responded, resulting in a heavy exchange of fire. Additional security forces were deployed, and so far, no casualties have been reported. Security personnel evacuated elderly residents, women, and children to safer locations.
Colombia, the largest cocaine exporter, set a record in 2023 for coca leaf cultivation and cocaine production, according to a UN report. Coca cultivation increased by 10%, while cocaine output rose 53% to 2,600 tonnes, the highest since 2001. President Gustavo Petro criticized US anti-drug policies for exacerbating issues and called for a focus on […]
North Korea announced the discovery of drone remains, claiming they resemble a military unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) showcased by South Korea during its Armed Forces Day parade. State media reported that on Oct 13, a search operation in Pyongyang found the crashed drone, which N. Korea assessed as a long-range reconnaissance drone belonging to the […]
Masala coffee combines traditional coffee with a blend of spices like cardamom, ginger, and cloves, offering numerous health benefits. The spices aid digestion, reduce inflammation, and enhance metabolism. Masala coffee also contains antioxidants that help combat oxidative stress and support heart health. Also, the caffeine in coffee boosts energy levels and improves mental alertness.
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin has questioned Governor RN Ravi about a missing line from the state anthem during an event, escalating their ongoing conflict. He accused the governor of “vilifying the Dravidian race” and attempting to “impose Hindi everywhere.” The row arose when the word “Dravida” was omitted by singers, prompting Stalin to […]
Vishwak Sen is ready to entertain in his upcoming mass action-comedy film “Mechanic Rocky,” directed by Ravi Teja Mullapudi and produced by SRT Entertainments. The much-anticipated trailer will be released tomorrow, Oct 20, at 4:06 p.m. With an intriguing teaser and two successful songs by Jakes Bijoy, the film, co-starring Meenakshi Chaudhary and Shraddha Srinath, […]
At the lunch break on the fourth day of the first Test between India and New Zealand, India has scored 344 runs for the loss of 3 wickets in its second innings, trailing by 12 runs. Indian batsmen Sarfaraz Khan (125) and Rishabh Pant (53) played strong knocks and are currently at the crease. Notably, […]
Mumbai police have suspended constable Shyam Sonawane, the only officer present with ex-NCP leader Baba Siddique during his assassination. Additionally, 5 more individuals were arrested on Friday, bringing the total arrests in the case to 9. These arrests followed targeted raids by the Crime Branch in Panvel and Karjat related to the conspiracy and execution […]
Rajkumar Hirani’s “Dunki,” starring Shah Rukh Khan, performed decently at the box office but fell short of high expectations. At a recent event, Hirani revealed he’s working on “Munna Bhai 3,” with five half-finished scripts, including “Munna Bhai LLB” and “Munna Bhai Chale Amreeka.” He emphasized the challenge of surpassing the previo...
The FBI has issued a wanted poster for Vikash Yadav, described as a former Indian govt employee, for allegedly directing a foiled assassination plot against pro-Khalistani leader Gurpatwant Singh Pannun on US soil. The Delhi Police’s Special Cell on Saturday arrested Yadav in an extortion case. Earlier, the Indian Ministry of External Affairs confirmed he […]
The popular IT company Tech Mahindra reported a consolidated profit after tax (PAT) of ₹1,250 crore for the second quarter ended September 30. The company posted a revenue of ₹13,313 crore for this quarter. Rohit Anand, the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) of Tech Mahindra, stated that the company experienced consistent performance in revenue growth, and […]
As winter approaches, Delhi and nearby areas are engulfed in smog, with air quality plummeting to the ‘Poor’ category. Delhi’s Air Quality Index (AQI) hit 273, while Ghaziabad and Noida recorded 246 and 228, respectively. Environment Minister Gopal Rai emphasized the need to identify local pollution sources and highlighted 13 hotspots in Delhi where AQI […]
The Indian Navy’s First Training Squadron has returned from its long-range training deployment in Bahrain. While in Manama, squadron members aboard INS Tir and ICGS Veera met with Bahraini military officials to discuss maritime security and future collaboration. They also visited US Naval Forces Central Command, strengthening partnerships and reinforcing maritime ties between 2 navies.
New Zealand advanced to the finals after defeating the West Indies by 8 runs in the ongoing ICC Women’s T20 World Cup. They will face South Africa Women in the final match, scheduled to be played at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium on Sunday, Oct 20. This edition of the tournament will crown a new […]
Anand Rai, the whistleblower behind the Vyapam scam in Madhya Pradesh, is scheduled to join the Congress party in Bhopal at 11 am on Saturday. Previously, he had joined the Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) in June of last year.