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Woman shares hack to save on food app delivery fees, claims it's 'much cheaper' that way
The discussion followed a separate post that recently went viral, in which a user detailed the various charges that appeared on their order receipt. The breakdown listed restaurant GST of Rs 14.75, a rain surcharge of Rs 25 plus Rs 4.50 GST, packaging costs of Rs 20 and a platform fee of Rs 14.99.
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Woman left with permanent spinal damage after yawning 'too hard', says she almost died. Here's what happened
Hayley Black said the incident occurred when she got up early to make a bottle for her newborn daughter and noticed the child yawning. She explained that she copied her daughter’s movement without thinking, which quickly led to the most frightening experience of her life.
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'Hope I look as good as you at 102': Barack Obama asks centenarian her recipe for longevity
In the clip, the former president approached the centenarian and greeted her with visible warmth. 'Oh, it’s nice to see you,' he said. She responded: 'It’s so good to be here and to see such a wonderful person.'
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Viral video highlights poor roads outside Google’s Bengaluru office: 'One word, unsafe'
In the footage, a resident narrated the problems while walking along the stretch, pointing out craters on the road surface, blocked pedestrian pathways and the absence of a safe route for those on foot. The post accompanying the clip read: 'Let’s see what it takes to walk outside Google Bengaluru. One word: unsafe.'
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'Chin up. Aao, ab laut chalen': Edelweiss CEO to Indians on Trump’s $100,000 H-1B visa fee move
Speaking directly to students and professionals now facing uncertainty, she added: 'So, if you’re on a US campus right now feeling shaken or disheartened, I know what that feels like. But remember: when one door closes, many others open back home. And India of 2025 is a far more exciting place than India of 2005 ever was.' She concluded with the message: 'Chin up. Aao, ab laut chalen!'
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Bright meteor lights up Delhi-NCR skies, leaves residents in awe. Videos
At approximately 1:20 AM IST, a brilliant flash illuminated the night sky, visible across Delhi, Noida, Ghaziabad, Gurgaon, and as far as Aligarh. Eyewitnesses described the phenomenon as a 'shooting star explosion,' with many noting its intensity and brightness.
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Indians react sharply as Donald Trump imposes $100,000 annual fee on H-1B visa applications
The announcement prompted intense debate on X, where many users highlighted the policy’s potential consequences, particularly for Indian technology professionals who form the majority of H-1B visa holders. India was reported to have accounted for 71 per cent of approved beneficiaries in the last financial year, while China ranked second with 11.7 per cent.
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Donald Trump attacks ABC journalist over free speech question, calls him 'terrible reporter'. Watch
The confrontation began when Jonathan Karl questioned Donald Trump about his frequent claims of defending free speech. His question followed Trump’s assertion that criticism directed at him on major television outlets was 'illegal' once it crossed a certain threshold, because, he argued, 'that criticism is no longer free speech.'
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‘Shoddily finished’: Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw, residents slam Bengaluru's 'beautification drive'
The authority had circulated a video showcasing the clearance of a long-standing black spot near the BBMP School Road in Malleswaram. The effort was carried out by the Bengaluru West City Corporation team under the supervision of Assistant Executive Engineer Rekha.
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Vadodara woman blocks road in protest after receiving 4 golgappas instead of 6. Video
According to those present, the woman had handed Rs 20 to a vendor, expecting six golgappas in return. She claimed, however, that she was served only four. Expressing anger over what she described as unfair treatment, she sat down in the middle of the road, refusing to move until the matter was addressed. Her protest led to a traffic build-up in the area as vehicles were forced to stop.
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Neither introvert nor extrovert? Psychiatrist coins the term 'otrovert', detached from groups but...
Dr Rami Kaminski, who described the concept in New Scientist and is set to expand on it in his forthcoming book The Gift of Not Belonging: How Outsiders Thrive in a World of Joiners, defined an otrovert as 'a person who feels no sense of belonging to any group.'
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American woman left stressful corporate job after health scare, found new life in Vietnam: 'Take the leap'
Susan has continued to post about her experiences under the handle @whatsusandoes, with her story frequently cited as an example of how burnout can lead to reassessment of priorities. 'Vietnam gave me the space to breathe and build the life I truly wanted,' she said, reflecting on her move.
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‘Natural gut healer’: Doctor explains benefits of moringa, a regular part of PM Modi’s diet
Health professionals often refer to moringa as a “miracle tree” because of its wide-ranging medicinal and nutritional benefits. The leaves are known to contain antioxidants that can protect the body against infections and oxidative stress.
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iPhone 17 frenzy in India draws backlash on X, users question youth priorities: 'Speechless'
The new line-up included four models: the iPhone 17, iPhone 17 Pro, iPhone 17 Pro Max and the iPhone Air. Each device was launched alongside iOS 26, which Apple promoted as offering a more refined user experience with hardware and software improvements.
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'Saved me and my bike': Man thanks Zomato, Swiggy riders after getting stuck in Hyderabad stormwater
Police further reported that two individuals, identified as Arjun (26) and Rama (25), had been swept away by rainwater on the evening of September 17. Officials from Habeeb Nagar police station stated, 'Around 9 pm, after heavy rain, two people, Arjun (26) and Rama (25), were swept away in the rainwater. They have not been found yet. Three DRF teams are on the ground, but water flow in the area remains heavy.'
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Karnataka man claims he survives on 7-8 litres of engine oil every day. Viral video shows him refusing food
The account circulated after a video on Instagram showed him declining offers of rice and chapati from bystanders and instead drinking directly from a bottle filled with engine oil. According to the post, despite this practice lasting decades, he had never required admission to hospital or treatment for any serious health complaint.
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Can't reach 10,000 steps a day? Neuroscientist calls it 'ad campaign', says goal can be achieved in much less
Adding to the discussion, Dr Palaniappan Manickam, known to audiences online as Dr Pal, spoke about the time commitment often associated with walking targets. He observed that covering 10,000 steps amounted to approximately 500 calories but required about an hour and a half of walking, which he described as unrealistic for many.
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BlackBuck CEO announces decision to move office out of Bengaluru’s ORR, blames poor roads, long commute
He elaborated that the decision had not been taken lightly but had become necessary due to the impact on employees’ quality of life. 'Average commute for my colleagues shot up to 1.5+ hrs (one way). Roads full of potholes & dust, coupled with lowest intent to get them rectified. Didn’t see any of this changing in the next 5 years,' Rajesh Yabaji stated.
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Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang calls Google Gemini's Nano Banana 'so good'. Sundar Pichai reacts
Speaking at an event in London, Jensen Huang said he had been impressed by the product’s capabilities. 'How could anyone not love Nano Banana? I mean Nano Banana, how good is that? Tell me it’s not true!' he told the audience, according to Wired.
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Beyond supplements: Cardiologist highlights Okinawan lifestyle as key to heart longevity. All about it
Dr Dmitry Yaranov described the approach as a practical alternative to reliance on tablets and supplements, and outlined five practices he believed could support resilience of the heart. Sharing his observations on Instagram, he captioned his post: 'Science doesn’t lie: these five daily habits may add decades to your life.'
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'My mind is blown': Ex-Google engineer in US shares post on Blinkit’s 10-minute deliveries
The statement prompted a wave of replies, with many drawing comparisons between the efficiency of India’s quick-commerce providers and the slower delivery systems in the US. One user asked: 'India is in the future – how do you think they did it?' Another remarked: 'Blown away by this when in India, but then you get back to America and everything feels so slow.'
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'For the first time I looked up': The Great Khali on meeting 8-foot-2 teenager Karan Singh
The interaction took place at Khali’s CWE Wrestling Academy, where the former wrestler expressed an interest in guiding Karan Singh towards a career in professional wrestling. In one recording, the pair were seen shaking hands inside the ring.
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'A legend': Former Honda executive lists himself as 'assistant to my wife' on LinkedIn. Internet loves it
Anil Baveja is not new to the corporate world. His career has spanned several decades in the automobile sector, including more than 16 years with Honda Cars India, where he advanced to the role of Operating Head, Marketing and Strategy. He subsequently worked as General Manager at another automobile company.
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Microsoft techie claims 'corporate nepotism' exists in Silicon Valley: 'No point crying about it'
The professional added that 'Bay Area kids' were able to secure internships or full-time roles at major firms without going through conventional processes. According to her, in instances where interviews were conducted, they were brief and lacked technical rigour.
