Abishek Porel, the Delhi Capitals and Bengal cricketer, has been denied bail in an alleged rape case involving a medical student. A court on Friday sent him to judicial custody for 14 days.Porel was arrested on August 11 in Hooghly after being questioned over a complaint filed by a young woman, who accused him of…
The 38th edition of ‘Shark Week’ features 20 new specials exploring shark behaviour, conservation and extraordinary marine encounters.Image credit (Instagram) ‘Shark Week ’ is back for its 38th edition, packed with an exciting lineup of shows. It’s an annual occasion celebrating all things sharky, featuring 20 brand-new specials, fan favourites, and deep dive documentaries on…
UK new finance minister John Healey. Britain’s new Finance Minister John Healey will present his first Budget on October 28, pledging to maintain the government’s fiscal rules despite growing pressure on public spending.Announcing the date on Friday, Healey said the Budget would focus on shifting resources away from central government and towards communities across the…
From luxury truffles to everyday chocolate bars, foil has long been one of the most recognisable forms of chocolate packaging. While its glossy metallic appearance adds a premium feel, its purpose goes far beyond aesthetics. Chocolate is highly sensitive to heat, moisture, oxygen and strong odours, all of which can affect its texture, flavour and…
The former New England Patriots’ wide receiver Stefon Diggs witnessed a brutal loss in the Super Bowl against the Seattle Seahawks but his performance had impressed many across the league, ahead of the new season. While Stefon Digs dealt with a controversial legal drama, he was released by the New England Patriots just days after…
Finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman addresses the 8th International Tax Conference in Bengaluru. Finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Wednesday said India has renegotiated its tax treaties with Mauritius, Singapore and Cyprus to restore the country’s right to tax capital gains arising from investments in India at the source.Speaking about India’s tax policy and international taxation framework,…
HBSE announces February and March 2027 exam applications, late fees start after November 26. (Representative Image) The Haryana Board of School Education (HBSE), Bhiwani, will open the online application process for the Secondary and Senior Secondary annual examinations for February and March 2027 on October 30, 2026. School heads of regular students, as well as…
Image(s): Left/MSU/Right/Canva For decades, scientists have searched for cleaner alternatives to fossil fuels, looking everywhere from algae and bacteria to agricultural waste. In 2008, one of the most unexpected discoveries came from deep inside the South American rainforest. Researchers identified a microscopic fungus living quietly within the tissues of a tree that produced a mixture…
Ludwig’s Streamer Games 2026 winners revealed as Team Worldwide beats stacked creator teams. (Image via X/@MogulMoves) Two days, eight teams, and dozens of creators later, Ludwig’s Streamer Games 2026 finally has its champions. The event, held from August 1 to August 2 at the University of Southern California in Los Angeles, brought together 39 creators…
Ashton Meyer, 11, wanted more pocket money this summer—so he started his own bin-cleaning business, and it’s already gone viral. An 11-year-old Canadian boy cried after his first customer rejection; weeks later, his $10 trash-bin cleaning business has up to 40 clients and 100,000 followers.When school finished for the summer break in May, Ashton Meyer…
