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Harvard-trained expert shares 3 unusual hacks to boost brain health. You can do them all at once
Kevin Woods, Director of Science at Brain.fm, a music streaming service designed to influence brainwave activity, recommended three accessible strategies to complement traditional brain-boosting routines. 'No brainstorm required,' he said, suggesting that these practices are simple yet potentially powerful tools.
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Prada faces legal heat over ‘Kolhapuri-inspired’ sandals, PIL filed in Bombay High Court
The petition, filed on July 2 by Ganesh S Hingmire, an advocate specialising in Intellectual Property Rights, accuses Prada of cultural misappropriation, misrepresentation, and unauthorised commercial exploitation of the Kolhapuri chappal design. It specifically objects to the footwear featured during the Prada Men’s 2026 Fashion Show held in Milan on June 22.
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Thai twins, aged 4, wed in ceremonial ritual to 'break karmic cycle', ward off misfortune
The elaborate ceremony featured ornate decorations, guest seating arrangements, and the presence of Buddhist monks, who presided over and blessed the ritual. In a viral video circulating on social media, the girl is seen kissing her brother on the cheek before the two participate in customary wedding rituals.
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Japanese company under fire for circulating nude photos of underperforming workers as 'punishment'
The firm, which operates in the electricity and energy-saving equipment installation sector, was accused by five former employees in a lawsuit filed in March 2025. The employees are seeking 19 million yen (approximately USD 132,000) in damages for what they described as systemic bullying, physical assault, and unjust wage deductions.
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‘Trolls like you don’t decide who’s a doctor’: Grandmaster Vidit Gujrathi, Liver Doc lock horns on X
The controversy began when Vidit Gujrathi shared a post to mark Doctor’s Day, expressing gratitude to his family members, whom he identified as medical professionals. 'My father is an Ayurvedic migraine specialist, my wife is an MD homoeopathy, my mom does cosmetology, and my sister is a physiotherapist,' he wrote.
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Leaping AI founder claims Soham Parekh used India-Pakistan conflict to 'guilt-trip' him. Viral post
Taking to X (formerly Twitter), Arkadiy Telegin posted screenshots of a private conversation with Soham Parekh during the height of the military operation. In the messages, timestamped at 2:29 AM, Parekh wrote: 'Drone shot down 10 minutes away.' A visibly concerned Telegin responded by asking if he was safe, to which Parekh replied that 'a building near [his] home had been damaged.'
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Soham Parekh admits to holding multiple jobs, reveals new role: 'Not proud of it, but I had no choice'
The explosive saga first surfaced when Suhail Doshi, co-founder of Mixpanel and Playground AI, accused Soham Parekh on X (formerly Twitter) of scamming multiple startups by secretly working for three to four companies at the same time. Doshi, who claimed he had hired Parekh briefly before discovering the duplicity, called him a serial moonlighter who had deceived several well-funded companies.
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Creators, plumbers could out-earn white collar workers, says IIM alumnus: 'Don't be shocked'
According to Lokesh Ahuja, the explanation lies in basic economics: demand and supply. 'There are over 2 lakh IIM grads in India. But fewer than 10,000 creators have 1M+ followers,' he noted. Of those, perhaps only 100 operate at the top tier. 'Their scarcity fuels high earnings. If you’re in that club, you won’t earn ‘fairly.’ You’ll earn disproportionately, just like CXOs or startup founders do.'
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Raga Darbari for focus, Jogiya for calm: IIT study proves Indian classical music influences brain activity
The study, involving 40 participants, employed an advanced real-time brain-mapping technique known as EEG microstate analysis. This method captures brief yet meaningful patterns of brain activity, termed "microstates", which typically last only tens of milliseconds.
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'We have way more tents': xAI co-founder dismisses viral office photo
The claim gained traction across platforms, with many online users drawing a connection between the alleged work conditions and Musk’s well-documented endorsement of extreme work culture. The billionaire entrepreneur, who also leads Tesla, X (formerly Twitter), and SpaceX, has frequently stated his preference for long hours and overnight work.
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LinkedIn CEO Reid Hoffman joins meme storm as Soham Parekh accused of moonlighting at US startups
As the story spread, so did the memes. Across X and Reddit, Soham Parekh was dubbed a “generational talent”—both for his engineering prowess and his ability to allegedly juggle several jobs undetected. Even Reid Hoffman, the co-founder of LinkedIn and one of Silicon Valley’s most prominent voices, interacted with the trending jokes and memes, appearing to endorse the light-hearted takes on what many in the industry consider a serious breach of ethics.
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From CVs to chaos: Who is Soham Parekh, Indian techie accused of moonlighting at multiple US startups?
The allegations first came to light when Suhail Doshi, co-founder of analytics platform Mixpanel and founder of Playground AI, publicly named Soham Parekh on X (formerly Twitter), warning others: 'PSA: there’s a guy named Soham Parekh (in India) who works at 3–4 startups at the same time. He’s been preying on YC companies and more. Beware.'
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'I technically died': British YouTuber fakes death for Rs 4,300 airline refund
To obtain the refund, Max Fosh embarked on an unusual mission. He contacted the Principality of Seborga, a self‑declared microstate in Liguria, northern Italy, known for its unrecognised status, own flag, currency, and monarchy. Their officials agreed to issue him a death certificate and even invited him for a state visit.
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Intern jokingly schedules ‘Leave Early Day’ on calendar. Office actually closes at 3 PM: 'Best Monday ever'
Albia Siddique noticed it, sought approval from senior leadership, and subsequently launched the concept. Reflecting on the moment, she shared: 'An intern made our entire office leave at 3 pm. On a Monday. Earlier this month while putting together our topical calendar, she added Leave the Office Early Day. I spotted it. Got it approved. Post went live.'
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‘Mother of Dal’: Dutch woman earns praise for cleaning Srinagar’s iconic lake for past 5 years
Enchanted by its natural charm—from the serene waters of Dal Lake to the grandeur of the Mughal Gardens and snow-laden slopes of Gulmarg—Ellis Hubertina Spaanderman developed a deep affection for the region. Five years ago, that affection turned into a lifelong commitment when she made the decision to relocate permanently to Kashmir and dedicate herself to protecting its environment.
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How one female techie bagged five promotions in 6 years. Two simple rules
The first principle she followed was deceptively simple: consistently operate at the level above one's current role. Rather than waiting for formal promotions, she took the initiative to study the expectations associated with the next position and began demonstrating those responsibilities independently.
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'India has talent problem': Startup CEO claims 1,000 applicants failed basic coding task for Rs 50 lakh role
Umesh Kumar emphasised that despite not being 'Big Tech', Runable offered competitive salaries of Rs 50 lakh with relocation and meal allowances: 'So yes, at this pay scale, expecting code that actually runs is justified.'
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From Rs 84 lakh to Rs 2.5 lakh: Delhi man forced to sell Mercedes under fuel ban rule
The directive follows an order by the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM), and its impact is already being felt by residents such as Varun Vij, who was forced to sell his luxury SUV, a Mercedes-Benz ML350 purchased in 2015 for Rs 84 lakh, for a mere Rs 2.5 lakh.
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‘Contempt in highest odour’: Man caught attending High Court hearing from toilet, video goes viral
The individual, appearing as a respondent in the case—and the original complainant—joined the hearing under the name 'Samad Battery.' At first, the man was visible in a close-up frame, wearing a Bluetooth earphone around his neck. But soon after, he repositioned his phone, inadvertently revealing that he was sitting on a toilet.
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‘Heart attack LinkedIn survivor’: IIM alumnus shares post after health scare, gets trolled
Harsh Macwan, an alumnus of the Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Ahmedabad, took to Instagram earlier this week to recount a health scare that he described as coming 'dangerously close to something' serious. His post, which included a photo of himself lying in a hospital bed, has gone viral — but not entirely for the reasons he may have intended.
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Ankur Warikoo rise from Rs 3 lakh per annum to Rs 33 lakh in five years: 'All it takes is one chance'
In the now-viral post, Ankur Warikoo revealed that he returned to India at the age of 24, after dropping out of his PhD programme in the US, with no clear plans and an urgent need for financial stability. 'I got my first job at 24, earning Rs 14,746 per month. At 26, I was earning 12 lakh per annum. At 29, 33 lakh per annum,' he wrote.
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Fake student spends 20 days at IIT Bombay using 21 email ids, multiple phone numbers
According to the police, Bilal Ahmed Teli first entered the campus on May 27 to attend a one-day programme. However, instead of leaving after the event, he stayed on, attending classes during the day and using hostel facilities by night — despite not being enrolled at the institute.
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'Have three children to avoid population collapse': Elon Musk urges global families
Elon Musk’s comment was in response to a user who had cited a May report published by Fortune, which stated that the average woman would need to have 2.7 children to maintain population stability. The user, referencing Musk’s longstanding concerns, wrote, “If things continue as they are, humans have their days numbered.”
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'Our artisans lose while global brands cash in': Harsh Goenka slams Prada over Rs 1 lakh Kolhapuri chappals
The sandals featured in Prada’s latest menswear show, held at the Deposito of the Fondazione Prada in Milan, were introduced by co-creative directors Miuccia Prada and Raf Simons. The show, described as whimsical and futuristic, was meant to blur the lines between tradition and innovation. However, the footwear has attracted sharp criticism for what many are calling blatant cultural appropriation and erasure of indigenous craftsmanship.
