BENGALURU: A routine day at the Bescom office in Rajarajeshwarinagar turned tense when an electrical contractor discovered a loaded revolver inside the men’s toilet, triggering panic.Officials quickly alerted police, who seized the weapon. Minutes later, a man arrived claiming ownership and produced a digital copy of its licence, saying he accidentally left the revolver behind….
The United States has introduced a new requirement for visa applicants, asking them to declare that they do not fear persecution in their home countries, as part of the Donald Trump administration’s broader effort to tighten immigration and restrict potential asylum seekers.The directive was issued in a diplomatic cable sent this week to all US…
Secretary of the Norwegian Nobel Committee Kristian Berg Harpviken on Thursday said that over 287 candidates are shortlisted this year for the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize. US President Donald Trump is also likely among the nominees.Harpviken said 208 of the nominees are individuals and 79 are organisations, with several new names added this year.“Since I…
The legal tussle surrounding Dhurandhar: The Revenge has taken a new turn, with filmmaker Santosh Kumar RS informing the Bombay High Court that he will refrain from making any further defamatory statements against director Aditya Dhar. ‘Will pursue legal remedies instead of speaking publicly’ According to Live Law, Kumar’s counsel made the submission before single-judge…
For millions of salaried employees and the organisations that employ them, the proposed increase represents a shift towards social security. (AI image) India’s social security framework is at an important inflection point. After the labour codes, the government is reportedly considering another major reform: raising the wage ceiling for mandatory Employees’ Provident Fund (EPF) coverage…
When Mt. St. Helens erupted in 1980, a green and vibrant landscape turned into a desolate ash and grey wasteland. But, within the grey barrenness, scientists conducted a courageous 24-hour study: they put pocket gophers in the blast zone. More than 40 years later, this short intervention has led to phenomenal results, with this rodent…
Keeping children properly hydrated is essential for their overall health and daily functioning. While it may sound simple to just offer water, the reality is that children often do not recognise when they are thirsty. They may become distracted with play, school, or activities and forget to drink enough fluids. Experts, including those from the…
Legendary actor Dharmendra passed away last year in November but his family gets emotional every time they speak about him. Be it Hema Malini or his sons Sunny Deol, Bobby Deol. Not to mention, there’s a huge void in the hearts of his fans who continue to remember him through his iconic movies. A recent…
US markets traded mixed on Thursday as strong corporate earnings helped Wall Street stay near record highs despite sharp swings in crude oil prices linked to the Iran war, AP reported.The S&P 500 rose 0.1 per cent and remained just below the all-time high touched earlier this week. The Dow Jones Industrial Average gained 413…
Virat Kohli and Jason Holder (X) A stunning moment in the field from Jason Holder turned into a heated talking point as Royal Challengers Bengaluru questioned the decision following Rajat Patidar’s dismissal. The incident unfolded when Arshad Khan banged in a short ball and Patidar went for the pull, only to get a top edge…
