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Desi nostalgia or designer gimmick? Indian grocery bag listed as Rs 4,100 souvenir on Nordstrom
The 'Indian Souvenir Bag,' designed by Japanese brand Puebco, was marketed as a quirky, upcycled fashion accessory. Made of cotton and printed with colourful Hindi labels that read 'Ramesh Special Namkeen', 'Anita Confectionary Works', and 'Chetak Sweets', the bag is being sold under the guise of cultural appreciation.
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'Very, very wrong': Mohandas Pai rebukes SBI official’s refusal to speak Kannada
The incident, which unfolded at the SBI Surya Nagar branch in Anekal taluk near Bengaluru, sparked a linguistic and cultural row after a video of a woman manager went viral on social media. In the footage, a customer can be heard requesting the bank official to converse in Kannada.
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Netizens troll Asim Munir as ‘Failed Marshal’ after Field Marshal title, Adnan Sami joins in
General Asim Munir’s role during the recent military confrontation with India—dubbed Operation Sindoor—was cited by the government as a factor in his promotion. However, the move has triggered widespread criticism and mockery on social media, with many accusing the general of 'promoting himself' and questioning the legitimacy of the government’s decision.
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Carl Pei's message to Tim Cook after Nothing's top designer joins Apple: 'Let me know...'
Carl Pei responded with a congratulatory message that doubled as a cheeky dig at Apple’s design prowess. 'Congrats dude, proud of you! @tim_cook let me know if you need any more product help,” he posted on X, quoting Mladen M Hoyss’s original tweet.
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This Indian-origin Tesla CFO earned $139 million in 2024, surpassing Satya Nadella and Sundar Pichai
Vaibhav Taneja, 47, who assumed the role of Tesla’s CFO in 2023, received a base salary of $400,000, but the overwhelming majority of his compensation stemmed from stock options and equity awards granted following his promotion.
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Who is Ruchi Gujjar? Cannes 2025 debutante who wore PM Modi necklace on red carpet
“The necklace is more than jewellery—it’s a symbol of strength, vision, and India’s rise on the world stage. By wearing it at Cannes, I wanted to honour our Prime Minister, whose leadership has taken India to new heights,” Ruchi Gujjar told News18.
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Cost of living showdown: Bali villa with pool cheaper than Mumbai apartment, claims vlogger
In the video posted to her social media platforms, Shenaz Treasury toured a picturesque villa in Bali belonging to her friend, highlighting the property’s private pool, expansive garden, and serene forest surroundings. 'I pay more rent for my 1 BHK apartment in Mumbai than my friend pays for her villa in Bali,' she said in the clip.
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'Lower quality': Swedish company CEO says AI failed, plans to bring back human workers
Klarna halted recruitment entirely in 2023 as it doubled down on its partnership with OpenAI. At the time, the company heavily promoted its AI transition. Sebastian Siemiatkowski boasted about the financial savings enabled by automation, claiming the company had saved $10 million on marketing costs by assigning generative AI systems tasks such as translation, data analysis and art production.
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How Vishal Mega Mart’s security guard job sparked a nationwide meme fest
The chain, which operates over 645 outlets across India, recently announced the hiring of thousands of security guards. While the recruitment drive was a serious effort to bolster its workforce, social media users seized upon the job announcement with irreverent humour, elevating the security guard post to near-mythical status.
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'We’re not serving anymore': Indian-origin man with rare genetic condition claims London cafe denied entry
Amit Ghose, who lives in Birmingham, was born with Neurofibromatosis type 1 — a rare genetic condition that causes non-cancerous tumours to grow along nerves and leads to visible facial disfigurement.
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‘Not an act of bravado’: Anupam Mittal books Kashmir trip with family, urges support for Valley’s tourism
In a lengthy and impassioned LinkedIn post, Anupam Mittal disclosed that he had booked flight tickets to Kashmir with his family. He clarified that his decision was not an act of bravado but a show of solidarity with the people of Kashmir, whose livelihoods have once again been placed at risk following the recent surge in tensions.
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Social media sees Rosesh Sarabhai in Bilawal Bhutto’s speech, sparks meme frenzy
The clip, which showed a portion of Bilawal Bhutto Zardari’s speech delivered in the Pakistan National Assembly on May 7, sparked widespread amusement, with many netizens noting a striking resemblance in tone and delivery to that of Rosesh Sarabhai— a character famously known for his poetic flair and eccentric articulation.
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Georgia abortion law sparks outcry as brain-dead woman kept alive to sustain pregnancy
Adriana Smith was 21 weeks pregnant at the time of the WXIA report and has since been maintained on life support to allow the pregnancy to progress. With more than three months remaining until the expected due date, the case may become one of the longest known instances of life support being extended after brain death solely to sustain a pregnancy.
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Naval Ravikant asks Portugal-based founder to delete ‘made-up’ viral post about his life story
The now-deleted post was written by Nik Huno, a founder based in Portugal, and had garnered close to three million views on the platform before it was removed. In the post, Huno claimed to narrate the 'untold story' of Naval Ravikant, framing it as an inspirational account of overcoming adversity.
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Poetry, drums and hair-flipping: What Is Al-Ayyala, traditional dance seen during Donald Trump’s UAE visit?
The striking dance was identified as Al-Ayyala, a traditional form of cultural expression deeply rooted in the heritage of the region. According to a report by UNESCO, Al-Ayyala is widely practised in north-western Oman and throughout the UAE.
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'Disgusting and racist': Outrage erupts over Telangana women washing Miss World contestants’ feet. Video
As part of the cultural itinerary, the contestants visited two of Telangana’s most prominent heritage temples — the Ramappa Temple in Mulugu district, which is recognised as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and the Thousand Pillar Temple in Warangal. The visits, coordinated by the Telangana Tourism Department, included a customary ritual of washing one’s feet before entering the temple premises.
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He’s very funny, works 80–90 hours a week': Indian-origin Tesla VP on working with Elon Musk
Ashok Elluswamy, who was born in Tamil Nadu, also spoke about his cultural roots during the interview. He expressed pride in his background and detailed his professional trajectory, which led him to become a key figure in Tesla’s Artificial Intelligence division.
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IFS officer asks Indians to give up dried apricots, figs. Here's why
In a post that has since gone viral, Indian Foreign Service officer Anupam Sharma appealed to citizens to avoid purchasing Turkish agricultural exports, particularly dried figs (anjeer), dried apricots (khubani), and hazelnut chocolates, citing Turkey’s dominant position in the global market for these products.
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Indian-origin HubSpot CEO reveals why she works on Sundays: 'It’s my time, my schedule'
Speaking about her weekly schedule, Yamini Rangan said she deliberately carves out time for herself between Friday night and Saturday, setting clear boundaries around work.
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Noida man, 20, suffers serious burn injuries after toilet seat explodes. Here's what happened
The victim, identified as Ashu Nagar, had just pressed the flush button when the toilet seat exploded with a loud bang, triggering a fire. Ashu suffered severe burn injuries to his face and body. He was rushed to the Government Institute of Medical Sciences (GIMS) in Greater Noida, where doctors confirmed he had suffered 35% burns.
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'Unbearably hot': Air India Express passengers strip mid-flight after AC failure. Airline responds
Tusharkant Rout, a passenger on the flight, detailed the ordeal in a LinkedIn post, describing the situation as 'serious and critical.' He reported that the cabin became "unbearably hot," leading to one passenger's health deteriorating significantly. Photographs accompanying his post depicted passengers removing their shirts and using magazines to fan themselves.
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'Worst intelligence in history...': Piers Morgan rebukes Pakistani analyst's claim on Bin Laden's hiding
Piers Morgan promptly interrupted Shehzad Ghias Shaikh, labelling his claim as 'utterly ludicrous.' He pointed out that bin Laden had been residing for years in a compound located merely a few hundred yards from one of Pakistan's main military bases.
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iPhones to paid vacations: Indian techie's Swedish work benefits go viral, internet calls it 'dream job'
In his Instagram reel, Ashutosh highlighted several perks that are standard in Sweden but considered exceptional in many other countries. These include 30 days of paid vacation annually, which employees can take without requiring formal approval—only a notification to their supervisor is needed. Additionally, new hires receive the latest iPhone and a laptop as part of their onboarding package.
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Swiggy delivery agent's dedication shines as he juggles work with toddler daughter. Heartwarming post
Upon meeting Pankaj at the gate, Mayank Agarwal was moved to see the delivery agent with his toddler daughter seated on the bike. Pankaj explained that he brings Tun Tun along during deliveries because he has no one else to look after her. Her older brother attends evening classes, and their mother passed away during childbirth.
