Nepal-born mountaineer Nirmal Purja, widely known as “Nims” or “Nims Dai”, is among the climbers reported missing after an avalanche struck Broad Peak in Pakistan’s Gilgit-Baltistan region. The incident has drawn international attention because Purja is one of the most recognizable figures in modern high-altitude mountaineering. He became globally known after completing the ascent of…

Introduction Every year, as the holy Hindu month of Shravan begins, highways across northern and central India turn saffron. Millions of devotees known as Kanwariyas set out on foot, shoulders bearing decorated bamboo poles loaded with sacred water from the Ganga, walking hundreds of kilometres to offer it at Shiva temples. This is the Kanwar…

Introduction For weeks, Rajya Sabha MP Raghav Chadha faced criticism for staying quiet on the NEET paper leak controversy that has gripped the nation and outraged millions of students and parents. Known for being one of the most vocal voices on public issues, his silence stood out until he finally addressed it directly in Parliament…

Aluminium foil is usually associated with cooking, baking and storing leftovers. But the inexpensive kitchen staple has found another use outside the home — in gardens. Gardeners are experimenting with aluminium foil as a simple way to redirect sunlight, protect young plants and discourage some pests. While foil is not a replacement for proper pest…

Tom Holland is back as Peter Parker in Spider-Man: Brand New Day, the latest chapter in the Marvel Cinematic Universe’s Spider-Man story. The superhero film has arrived in theatres, but fans who prefer watching Marvel movies at home are already asking the big question: When will Spider-Man: Brand New Day arrive on OTT, and which…

For most people, the last thing they see before closing their eyes isn’t the ceiling it’s a phone screen. Reels, notifications, one more chat reply, one more headline. It feels harmless, even relaxing. But according to sleep experts and neurologists, this nightly habit is quietly working against your brain, disrupting the biological processes that are…

Introduction Day 8 of the Commonwealth Games 2026 in Glasgow, Scotland has turned into one of the most anticipated days of the tournament for Indian fans, and the reason is simple: Neeraj Chopra is back. The Olympic and World javelin champion, who missed the 2022 Birmingham edition due to injury, steps onto the track for…

India’s fight against paper leaks and organised examination fraud has entered a tougher phase. The Lok Sabha passed the Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Amendment Bill, 2026, by voice vote on July 29, seeking to strengthen the existing 2024 law with harsher penalties, greater accountability and faster legal proceedings. The legislation comes amid continuing…

India produced a memorable moment in para athletics at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, with Dilip Mahadu Gavit and Mohammed Basil finishing first and second in the men’s 100m T47 final. Gavit stormed to gold in 10.71 seconds, setting a new Commonwealth Games record in the process, while Basil clocked 10.83 seconds to take…

Introduction: The Taxman Is Watching Your Overseas Accounts If you’re an Indian resident holding a bank account abroad, stock options from a foreign employer, or property outside the country, a quiet but significant compliance drive should be on your radar. The Income Tax Department has been sending SMS and email notices to thousands of taxpayers,…