When people think of natural landscapes, one of the first things that comes to mind is forests. Forests occupy one-third of the Earth’s land surface and are very important for maintaining ecological balance. However, not all countries have forests. One of the most prominent examples is Qatar, a small country in the Middle East that…
Navratri is the most sacred period that is celebrated for nine long days and worshipped all nine manifestations of Goddess Durga. These are the most powerful days when devotees get engaged in multiple spiritual and religious activities. This is the time for self realization and spiritual purification. People show their devotion and gratitude to the…
The newly released song Sarke Chunar Teri Sarke from the upcoming Kannada film KD: The Devil, featuring Nora Fatehi and Sanjay Dutt, has sparked widespread debate online. While some viewers praised Nora’s energetic dance performance, a large section of social media users criticised the song’s lyrics and choreography, calling them vulgar and inappropriate. The newly…
NEW DELHI/KOLKATA: A day after it substituted Bengal chief secretary and principal secretary (home) with its own choices, EC Monday replaced the DGP and Kolkata Police commissioner, among others. Hours after announcing the assembly poll schedule for Bengal along with those of three other states and a UT, the poll panel late Sunday night shunted…
The Middle East conflict continues to boil, sending ripples through global oil supplies. As concerns rise over liquified petroleum gas (LPG) shortages, Indian households are increasingly relying on ready-to-cook meals, frozen snacks, and no-cook foods. Retailers report a sharp rise in demand, with sales climbing up to 20% month-on-month as consumers seek alternatives to traditional…
Indian chess star Koneru Humpy is considering withdrawing from the upcoming FIDE Women’s Candidates Tournament, which will be held in Cyprus. Her concern is mainly about safety because of the ongoing conflict involving the United States, Israel, and Iran in the Middle East.The tournament location was decided in November last year, but the situation has…
A township council in Southern Ontario voted to remove two tigers, Jagger and Aspen, from a residential property as Zohaib Masood has been keeping two one-year-old tigers in the Niagara Region since last fall. Masood rescued the tigers from owners in Ontario who got them as pets but then could not manage them. The voting…
Why more women are choosing skilled trades for stable, high-paying careers. (Getty Images) As industries grapple with a shortage of skilled workers and the future of white-collar jobs faces disruption from artificial intelligence, skilled trades are emerging as a promising career path. Yet, despite the rising demand and competitive wages, these professions—from plumbing to diesel…
Actor and entrepreneur Vivek Oberoi has opened up about life in the United Arab Emirates amid concerns triggered by the ongoing Iran–Israel conflict. In a new interview, the actor spoke about the situation in Dubai, where he runs multiple business ventures. Actor and entrepreneur Vivek Oberoi has opened up about life in the United Arab…
It’s a fact that only a few celebrity homes generate as much curiosity as the Ranchi farmhouse of Mahendra Singh Dhoni. Lovingly known as Mahi, the former star Indian skipper is known for owning a lavish seven acres estate on the outskirts of Ranchi in Jharkhand. The Indian cricket idol’s residence is famous as “Kailashpati”….
