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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.

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.

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.'

Brain-Eating Amoeba Explained | Symptoms, Spread & How to Stay Safe | Everything You Must Know

Brain-Eating Amoeba Explained: How It Spreads, Symptoms & How to Stay Safe Everything You Need to Know Kerala is facing a serious health crisis as cases of Primary Amoebic Meningoencephalitis (PAM), caused by the brain-eating amoeba (Naegleria fowleri), surge. In 2025 alone, 69 infections and 19 deaths have been reported, a sharp increase from previous years. PAM is a rare but deadly infection where the amoeba enters the brain through the nose, often during swimming, diving, or bathing in untreated freshwater. Early symptoms include headache, fever, nausea, and vomiting, progressing rapidly to stiff neck, confusion, seizures, hallucinations, and coma. Death often occurs within 1–18 days due to severe brain swelling. Kerala’s health authorities have improved survival to around 24–30% using early diagnosis, miltefosine treatment, amphotericin B, and intensive supportive care. Prevention remains key: avoid untreated freshwater, use nose clips, boil water for nasal rinses, chlorinate swimming pools, and maintain hygiene. Awareness campaigns and hospital protocols are helping curb fatalities.

‘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.

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.

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.'

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.

‘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.

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.

'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.'

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.

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.

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.

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.

OPINION | The real Kerala story

The state is now outperforming the US in some critical social and economic indicators despite having a fraction of the latter’s per capita income. Kerala is an outlier in the truest sense. A look at what went into making this development model

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.'

'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.'

'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.

'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.

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.

Engineering student claims he earned Rs 32,000 in a month through X posts: 'Literally started 2 months ago'

According to the screenshot, Kanav received Rs 67,419 from X between July 5 and August 30. The amount was disbursed in five separate payments, with the largest single transfer totalling Rs 21,097. He noted that his August income alone crossed Rs 32,000.

Explainer: Why personal Wills are leading to succession disputes in India Inc?

Following the death of business leader Sunjay Kapur, a legal dispute emerged over his assets, with his children from first marriage to actress Karisma Kapoor challenging a Will presented by his widow, Priya Sachdev.

Weekly matcha habit leads to severe anaemia in Washington nurse. Here are her symptoms

'I had increased fatigue, itchiness, and I was frequently cold,' Lyn Shazeen told the outlet. 'I've always been one to track my health stats in my health planner, so the minute I had an increase in those symptoms, I knew it was time for a follow-up.'