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Madhya Pradesh man dances with tears at friend’s funeral to honour his final wish: 'Men in friendship'
Honouring this deeply personal wish, Ambala Prajapat danced during the procession, his eyes filled with tears but his spirit committed to celebrating the life of his friend. The moving gesture drew attention both in the village and online, with the moment captured in a video that was later posted on Instagram.
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Shah Rukh Khan’s National Award win sparks debate on X, supporter's AI-generated defence goes viral
The dispute originated with a post by @theskindoctor, who criticised the jury’s decision: 'Shah Rukh Khan doesn't deserve the National Film Award for Best Actor for a masala film like 'Jawan'. Shah Rukh is a good actor; he should’ve gotten the award for films like 'Swades', 'Dil Se', or 'Chak De! India'. But not 'Jawan'. What precedent are you setting by rewarding a messy action film?'
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'Itni door kyun job liya?': Woman alleges auto driver ended ride midway, questioned her career
According to her post, the driver even began estimating her salary and expressed regret about accepting the booking in the first place. She described it as a jarring and unsolicited moment of life commentary. 'He should never have accepted the ride,' she recalled him saying during what she described as an impromptu rant.
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'Seen it all, but not this': Samir Arora reacts to reported Trump tariffs on India
Samir Arora's post, humorous on the surface, underlined a deeper concern within financial circles about the potential volatility and implications of such a move on US-India trade relations. It also struck a chord with many who follow geopolitics and economics, as Arora's sentiment echoed the collective bewilderment over the rationale and timing behind targeting India—a key US ally in the Indo-Pacific.
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'Stupidly simple': Mumbai-based founder reveals five steps to build life-changing habits without motivation
Vedika Bhaia's approach offered a counter-narrative to traditional productivity advice. 'A lot of people wait for motivation to strike before they take action. But what if that’s exactly what’s holding you back?' she wrote, urging others to stop waiting for the 'perfect' moment and instead focus on what they could realistically manage, even on their worst days.
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'Work-life balance? I’ll do it later': Entrepreneur’s 70-meeting week triggers online outrage
Despite the backlash, the entrepreneur chose not to retreat. Instead, he returned with a follow-up LinkedIn post—this time doubling down on his schedule and defending what he called the 'madness.'
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'We’re not the same': Nithin Kamath highlights why comparing Indian markets to US is misleading
At the core of Kamath’s argument was the contention that India’s options trading market is not dangerously overleveraged, contrary to some recent analyst and commentator opinions. He contended that many of these comparisons were based solely on the number of options contracts traded, while ignoring crucial aspects such as premiums or the actual value of capital involved.
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No deaths allowed: Why this Spanish town declared it illegal to die
The unusual approach appeared to resonate with residents, who appreciated the satirical response to the bureaucratic deadlock. However, it remains unclear whether the issue was ever properly addressed. As of 2025—more than 26 years after the edict was first issued—Lanjaron reportedly still had only one cemetery.
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UP IAS officer transferred a day after publicly acknowledging civic failures with sit-ups
Rinkoo Singh Rahee, 43, had only just assumed his first post as an Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officer. On Monday, he took charge as the Sub-Divisional Magistrate (SDM) of Puwayan tehsil in Shahjahanpur after completing his IAS training, having cleared the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) examination in 2023.
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Doctors warn: Heart attacks rarely come without signs. Here's what we ignore
Cardiovascular diseases continued to be a leading health concern in India in 2024, with data indicating that one in four deaths in the country were linked to heart-related conditions. Contrary to earlier beliefs that associated heart disease with older adults, it has now emerged as a serious threat to men, women, and even children.
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Two arrested in Tamil Nadu for selling bat meat as chilli chicken at roadside stall
The incident came to light following a raid conducted by the Forest Department in the Thoppur Ramasamy forest area. Acting on reports from local residents who had heard gunshots in the vicinity, forest officials launched an operation and caught the suspects red-handed. The two men were found boiling bat meat on-site in preparation for sale.
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Surgeons perform operation through 8.8 quake in Russia, video goes viral: 'Never left the patient'
Security camera footage from the medical facility, released by Russia’s state-owned broadcaster RT, showed a team of surgeons continuing a delicate procedure undeterred, even as the floor convulsed beneath them, surgical tools clattered to the ground, and ceiling lights flickered ominously.
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Woman’s comparison of domestic help in Delhi and Chennai sparks backlash: 'Hugely problematic'
Another aspect that stood out was the reaction to offers of leftover food. While in Chennai such gestures were received with gratitude and regarded as respectful, in Delhi, she said the same was sometimes declined—occasionally accompanied by a tone of discomfort or perceived attitude. This behavioural shift prompted her to reflect more deeply on the psychological and social reasons behind such differences.
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Hyderabad school charges Rs 2.5 lakh for nursery, sparks uproar over private education fees: 'Very sad'
The controversy erupted after Anuradha Tiwari, founder of the Dharma Party of India, shared a photograph of the fee structure of the school on social media. The image showed that the annual tuition fee for nursery students was Rs 2,51,000—equating to over Rs 21,000 per month.
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AliExpress slammed for selling doormat featuring Lord Jagannath: 'Grave insult, shameless'
Images of the product circulated rapidly on social media, showing Lord Jagannath’s face printed on a mat, accompanied by a promotional image of a foot stepping on it. The product was described as a 'Non-slip soft water uptake carpet' and listed at approximately Rs 787.
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How many friends do you really need to be happy? Researchers reveal the number
The findings pointed to a striking contradiction in modern life: while people often maintain busy social calendars, attend events, and actively participate in group chats, these engagements are frequently superficial. When facing personal crises, many admit they would hesitate to reach out to anyone in their circle.
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83-year-old Norfolk woman dies of septic shock after dog licks open leg wound
Subsequent tests identified the presence of Pasteurella multocida, a bacterium found in approximately 50 percent of dogs’ mouths. While generally harmless to canines, the bacteria can prove dangerous to humans — particularly those with compromised immune systems.
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'No questions about my achievements': Delhi woman claims she was denied CMO role over having kids. See post
Pragya, who has previously led Diversity & Inclusion (D&I) initiatives and has served on POSH (Prevention of Sexual Harassment) committees, said it was not the rejection itself that upset her most — but rather the absence of a fair, competency-based evaluation.
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Ageing accelerates around 50 with blood vessels among first to deteriorate: Study
The research, which sought to map the molecular ageing process across multiple tissues, found that substantial biological changes occurred in many organs between the ages of 45 and 55. Using advanced proteomic analysis, the team discovered what they called an “ageing inflection” — a critical shift in the body’s internal ageing clock that appears around the half-century mark.
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'High-trust society': 24,000 drivers in Japan voluntarily pay tolls after system crash
In Japan, ETC-equipped vehicles are required to briefly slow down at toll gates, which then automatically open upon reading the card's signal. However, the technical glitch during this period rendered the gates incapable of detecting the cards, making it impossible to collect payments.
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'Before I die, I’ll say roll, camera, action': Former assistant director now drives Rapido to make ends meet
Ratnam E M Kalra recounted the unexpected encounter in a reel posted to Instagram. The conversation began when Viraj Srivastav noticed an action camera strapped to Kalra’s shoulder and asked if he was a vlogger. When Kalra replied that he was a filmmaker, Srivastav responded simply, 'So was I.'
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'Hats off to this government': Indian man lauds Dutch authority's quick response to tiny road bumps
Prabhu Visha further emphasised the inclusive approach of the authorities: 'Even small bumps matter here, for pregnant women, people biking with kids or the elderly. Seriously, hats off to this government for their inclusion and communication.” Visha concluded the post with a hopeful note: “I wish every country cared for its people like this.'
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Woman, who was told she'll never make it to Google by startup interviewer, lands job at tech giant. Her post
The woman's post has sparked conversations about toxic interview cultures in startups, gatekeeping in tech hiring, and the broader challenges faced by candidates—particularly women—navigating the tech industry in India.
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'His memory. His family. His legacy': Kerala man’s tombstone tells his story with QR code
The clip, originally shared by an Instagram page, opens with a visitor at a cemetery scanning a QR code on a tombstone. 'I saw something at the cemetery today… and I couldn’t believe it,' read the overlaying text. Upon scanning the code, a website immediately appeared on the individual’s phone, revealing a curated digital profile of the deceased.
