The blue whale holds the title of the largest animal to ever exist, both alive and in history. Growing up to 110 feet long and weighing 190 tonnes, it surpasses all other creatures. With a heart the size of a car and a tongue as heavy as an elephant, the blue whale is also the […]
Japan’s largest bank, MUFG, apologized for an employee’s theft of over 1 billion yen (USD 6.6 million) from customers’ safe deposit boxes. Investigations revealed theft from 20 clients, totaling 300 million yen. The employee admitted to the crime, using the funds for personal investments. The case has shaken customer trust, with the employee cooperating in […]
Bombay High Court dismissed a petition challenging a contract awarded by the Maharashtra govt to Adani Group for supplying renewable and thermal power. Court called the petition “unsubstantiated and reckless” and imposed a ₹50,000 fine on petitioner Shriraj Nageshwar Aepurwar. Aepurwar had claimed the contract violated his fundamental right to fair electricity supply at reasonable [...
Three small idols, approximately four to six inches in size, were discovered during the digging of a well near the Bhasma Shankar temple in Sambhal, Uttar Pradesh, which had reopened on December 13 after 46 years. The idols, found at a depth of 15 to 20 feet, appeared to represent Goddesses Parvati and Lakshmi, but […]
The world’s largest iceberg, A23a, has started drifting in Southern Ocean. This massive iceberg, which is roughly double the size of Greater London and weighs approximately one trillion tonnes, broke off from Antarctica’s Filchner Ice Shelf in 1986. Since then, it had remained stuck on the seabed near the South Orkney Islands in Weddell Sea […]
Twelve Indians were found dead at a restaurant in Georgia’s mountain resort of Gudauri. Georgia officials said that no signs of injuries or violence were detected in the initial inspection. All victims died from carbon monoxide poisoning. Indian mission in Tbilisi said that all 12 victims were Indian nationals. However, Georgia officials said 11 were […]
The new ₹500 note, issued by the Reserve Bank of India, boasts advanced security features and a sleek design. It is part of the Mahatma Gandhi (New) Series, with a stone-grey color and motifs of the Red Fort symbolizing India’s heritage. Key features include a transparent security thread and a color-changing numeral ‘500’ micro-text.
During winter, it’s important to keep your skin hydrated. Use a gentle, moisturizing cleanser to avoid stripping natural oils. Apply a rich moisturizer to lock in moisture, especially after bathing. Use sunscreen daily, as UV rays can still damage skin in colder months. Stay hydrated and consider using a humidifier to maintain skin moisture levels.
The five remaining members of the Australian “Bali Nine” drug ring expressed relief and happiness upon returning to Australia after 19 years in an Indonesian prison. Arrested in 2005 for attempting to smuggle heroin, they were released under a secret deal between Australia and Indonesia. The men look forward to reintegrating into society.
Foreign nations increased efforts to engage with Syria’s interim leaders after President Bashar al-Assad fled to Moscow. UN envoy Geir Pedersen called for justice and accountability, meeting rebel leader Abu Mohammed al-Jolani. A Qatari delegation also arrived to support the Syrian people and announced the reopening of Qatar’s embassy after 13 years, following the revolution’s...
Hollywood actor Jamie Foxx was injured when a glass was thrown at him, striking his mouth, during an altercation at a Beverly Hills restaurant. He required stitches and is recovering, according to his spokesperson. The incident, which occurred at Mr. Chow, was initially reported as a possible assault, but police determined it was a physical […]
A special NIA court in Bengaluru convicted 3 suspected terrorists. They were convicted in connection with a conspiracy of a terror attack during Barack Obama’s visit to India in 2015. Court found that- Syed Ismail Afak, Abdul Saboor and Saddam Hussein – were planning to carry out blasts on January 26, 2015 during Obama’s visit. […]
German parliament voted to withdraw confidence in Chancellor Olaf Scholz and his government. This paved the way for an early election scheduled for February 23, 2025. During the confidence vote, 207 of 733 parliament members voted to express confidence in Scholz’s leadership, while 394 opposed. The motion followed the collapse of Scholz’s three-party coalition last […]
Aamir Khan has finished shooting for his highly anticipated film Sitaare Zameen Par, a sequel to his 2007 hit Taare Zameen Par. Directed by RS Prasanna, the film features Aamir, Genelia Deshmukh, and Darsheel Safary. After completing the final shoot in Mumbai, the film is now in post-production, with a release scheduled for 2025.
A 35-year-old man, Anand Yadav, in Chhattisgarh died of suffocation after allegedly swallowing a live chicken chick. The villagers suspected it to be an act driven by occult practices to fulfil his wish to become a father. The case left doctors stunned when they found the chick still alive inside the victim’s body during post-mortem. […]