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Known as the Nightingale of South India, S Janaki, the veteran singer breathed her last on July 11 at her home in Mysuru with her family and loved once by her side.

Russian jets use raw, circular nozzles to maximise thrust and agility while saving money. US jets employ flat rectangular nozzles to hide engine heat and scatter radar, ensuring complete stealth.

Barot Valley in Himachal Pradesh is a quiet alternative to crowded Himalayan towns. Located on the Uhl River at an altitude of 1,819 metres, it offers historical sites like the 1932 Shanan Power Project. Visitors can enjoy trout fishing, local homestays, and uncrowded routes.

Maya Hawke has revealed that she was inspired by the original The Hunger Games film to pursue acting. As per the actress Jennifer Lawrence's performance as Katniss Everdeen had a lasting impact on her.

Singer Jasleen Royal did the opening act for Coldplay at their Mumbai concerts in January 2025. However, her performance got a a wave of criticism from the audience.

Manali is often crowded and prone to traffic jams. Travellers seeking quiet Himalayan escapes should consider alternative towns like Chakrata, Chitkul, Tirthan Valley, and Munsiyari. These locations provide high-altitude scenery, local culture, and adventure.

Ahead of The Odyssey, Matt Damon recently revealed that he almost worked with Indian filmmaker Shekhar Kapur for the 2002 film The Four Feathers. However, it did not happen. Read on to know more.

Tensions between Washington and Tehran have reached a boiling point as U.S. President Donald Trump issues a severe warning to Iran. Following intelligence reports regarding an alleged assassination plot against him, Trump declared on social media that “1,000 missiles are locked and loaded” and aimed at the Islamic Republic.

The arrests were made in September 2022 in a nationwide crackdown on the PFI. The action was taken after the Central Government declared PFI an unlawful organisation.

A unique wellness trend is taking over Bangkok as hundreds of people gathered in Lumphini Park for a "Do Nothing" event. Participants spent one hour sitting quietly without using their phones, talking, or taking part in any activities. Organizers described the gathering as a peaceful protest against hustle culture and the constant pressure to stay productive. The movement is part of a growing global trend promoting mindfulness, digital detox, and slowing down, with similar events already taking place in South Korea and Spain.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the Indian diaspora in Auckland during the final leg of his historic New Zealand visit. Speaking to a packed audience, PM Modi highlighted the deep people-to-people ties between India and New Zealand, praised the contribution of the Indian community, and reaffirmed his commitment to strengthening bilateral relations. The event marked the first visit by an Indian Prime Minister to New Zealand in four decades and showcased growing cooperation in trade, education, culture, and strategic partnerships.

Omar Abdullah alleged that the BJP offered an NC MLA Rs 20 to 30 crore in cash and a ministerial berth to switch sides, accusing the party of attempting an "Operation Lotus" in the Union Territory.

Five actresses, five completely different readings of the same garment. That is the thing about the saree. It does not have a single mood or a single moment. And these five actresses have proved that the saree is the ultimate glam statement

South African World Cup star Jayden Adams has tragically died at 25. Police have launched an investigation after the midfielder's body was found in Cape Town.

On October 7 2001, B-2s flew 44 hours from Missouri to Afghanistan and back. Two pilots, no relief, multiple refuellings. It remains the longest combat bombing mission ever flown.

Stealth is not invisibility. Here is how radar works, why the B-2's flying-wing shape defeats it, what radar-absorbing coating does, and what 'low observable' really means.

Typhoon Bavi continues to unleash destruction across East Asia, battering Japan's southern islands with powerful winds, torrential rain, and massive waves before heading toward China's Zhejiang province. The storm has forced widespread evacuations in Taiwan and China, disrupted flights and ferry services, and left thousands without electricity. In the Philippines, deadly landslides triggered by heavy rainfall have claimed lives, while weather agencies continue to warn of flooding, storm surges, and destructive winds across the region. Authorities remain on high alert as Typhoon Bavi approaches the Chinese coast.

Russian authorities in the Novosibirsk region have urged residents to work from home and limit car travel as the country’s fuel crisis deepens following Ukrainian strikes on key oil refineries. The region, home to nearly three million people, is one of Siberia’s most populous areas and a major center for manufacturing and industry. The advisory comes after Ukraine struck an oil refinery in the neighboring Omsk region earlier this week, disabling one of Russia’s largest oil processing facilities by capacity.

In 2008, a B-2 crashed on takeoff in Guam. $1.4 billion destroyed. The production line is closed. Congress never funded a replacement. The US is stuck with 20 B-2s — and that will never change.