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This Farmer in Uttar Pradesh Grew 350 Mango Varieties on a Single Tree

"Tortured, Forced To Work Day And Night": Hyderabad Woman Stuck In Oman

Shabnam Begum said she traveled to Oman on March 26 after a local recruitment agent promised her a job as a housemaid.

Ex-Techie Goes Naked To Hyderabad Temple, Then Dies By Suicide: Cops

A Hyderabad woman with mental health issues walked naked to a temple and died by suicide.

"Lost Faith In Safdarjung": Sonam Wangchuk's Wife Goes To Delhi High Court

Sonam Wangchuk's wife has accused Safdarjung hospital of a lack of transparency in his treatment and sought his discharge.

Reddit User Questions Rs 40,000 Internship In Mumbai As Rent Takes Most Of His Stipend

A Reddit user has sparked a viral debate regarding the financial feasibility of pursuing internships in expensive urban hubs like Mumbai. The individual revealed that a monthly stipend of Rs 40,000 is insufficient to cover basic living costs after accounting for high rental prices in the city.

"Forced To Work For 15 Hours, Not Paid For 3 Months": Hyderabad Woman Stuck In Oman

A woman from Hyderabad has sent an urgent plea for help after becoming trapped in Oman under abusive working conditions. Shabnam Begum alleges that she is being forced to work 15-hour shifts without pay and is being denied her return to India.

Jammu and Kashmir rains LIVE: Amarnath Yatra suspended as J&K braces for heavy rain

4 dead, several missing as flash floods, landslides batter Poonch district

J&K: Amarnath, Vaishno Devi, Shiv Khori pilgrimages suspended amid rain forecast

“In view of inclement weather forecast issued by IMD, Shri Amarnathji Yatra shall remain temporarily suspended from both the Pahalgam and Baltal routes with effect from 19.07.2026 as a precautionary measure to ensure the

Sonam Wangchuk’s wife Gitanjali Angmo moves Delhi HC to shift him from Safdarjung hospital

Gitanjali J. Angmo has sought an urgent hearing; she said that she lost her faith in Safdarjung Government Hospital in Delhi

Sonam Wangchuk calls July 20 Parliament march India's 'second freedom movement'

The note, shared on X through Mr. Wangchuk's account, read: "20th July. India's second freedom movement. Freedom from injustice (like paper leaks). Freedom from fear [my illegal detention]."

Christopher Nolan interview: On defying the gods with ‘The Odyssey’ and protecting movie magic

Speaking at the Indian premiere of ‘The Odyssey‘ in Mumbai, Christopher Nolan reflects on finding destiny in Homer’s immortal epic, adapting a foundational classic, the mysteries of cultural permanence, and remaining fai

Producer Was Murdered By Actress For His BMW, Body Chopped Into Pieces

Delhi-based producer Karan's killers allegedly cut his body into pieces and placed the remains inside his BMW

Children from Narikurava community in Pallavaram as ‘commentators’ in a puppetry production on environmental degradation

A year-long puppetry production titled “Enge Engal Nadhigal” by Agai — Theatre of Voices has children from a Narikurava community in Pallavaram taking centre stage as storytellers. As part of this initiative, the childre

1 Dead, Vehicles Swept Away As Flash Floods Hit J&K's Rajouri

Heavy rainfall in Jammu and Kashmir's Rajouri district has resulted in one death and significant property damage due to flash floods. Authorities have launched rescue operations as rising water levels continue to threaten low-lying residential areas.

Why scientists watched a gene hop from a predator into its prey

Jumping genes are responsible for the spread of antibiotic resistance and in the development of many cancers. Scientists are also studying circular RNA molecules, like the one derived from the jumping intron, as next gen

Nitesh Tiwari On Why Ranbir And Sai Pallavi Were His First Picks For Ramayana

Ranbir Kapoor, who attended the event wearing sunglasses due to an eye infection, said portraying Lord Rama was a role that 'chose' him

How the amino acid leucine helps our cells produce energy

Leucine offers both protection and more energy to cells and organs

Do animals understand death? Scientists are asking cockatoos for answers

In a 2020 paper with cognitive scientist Antonio J. Osuna-Mascaró, philosopher Susana Monsó argued that two forms of anthropocentrism — the belief that human beings are superior to all others — undergird humans’ reluctan

Messi And Fear: Iniesta's Clear Warning To Spain Ahead Of FIFA WC Final

Spain legend Andres Iniesta believes stopping Lionel Messi completely will be almost impossible in Monday's FIFA World Cup 2026 final against Argentina.

Indian Woman In US Urges Students Not To Turn Part-Time Jobs Into Permanent Careers

An Indian expatriate living in the United States has issued a public appeal to international students to prioritize their professional growth over long-term gig work. She cautioned that relying on part-time service sector jobs for stability can hinder long-term career prospects in their studied fiel

US and Iran exchange strikes after two US deaths in Jordan attack

US forces target Iranian sites for the eighth night in a row, while Iran says it fired drones at the US military in Kuwait.

News in Frames: The weight of a nation’s food

From dawn until dusk, they lift, carry, stack and unload sacks of grain and agricultural commodities, keeping the flow of food moving from farms to markets

Delayed Orders, Missing Gear: What Hindered Venezuela's Quake Response

Civilian volunteers led the initial search and recovery efforts following the earthquake in Venezuela as formal emergency resources faced significant delays. Reports indicate that local citizens relied on rudimentary tools to assist victims due to a lack of specialized equipment and official coordin

"Illegal Detention": Sonam Wangchuk's Wife Seeks Urgent High Court Hearing

Sonam Wangchuk's wife has filed an urgent petition in the High Court alleging illegal detention after the activist was hospitalized. She claims their movements are being restricted by authorities against their will.