Who is Liam Ramos? The 5-year-old kid at the centre of a growing ICE detention controversy
Liam Ramos, a 5-year-old preschooler from Minnesota, was detained by US immigration agents during an operation targeting his father, triggering outrage and fear among immigrant communities.
Karnataka techie aims to take Indian flag into near space using hydrogen balloon on Republic Day
A group of tech enthusiasts from Karnataka is set to mark Republic Day in a unique way. They aim to lift the Indian flag into near space using a hydrogen balloon, with cameras capturing the historic moment. The video claims that if successful, it could set a world record for the highest-ever flag hoisting.
Singapore envoy soaks in Delhi rain with chai-pakoda: 'Celebrating first baarish in 2026'
Singapore’s High Commissioner to India, Simon Wong Wie Kuen, embraced Delhi’s first spell of rain in 2026 by enjoying a classic comfort combo of chai and pakodas.
Fourth-largest economy, but no chopper to save a life? Noida techie’s death triggers furious debate
The death of a 27-year-old Noida techie, trapped in his sinking car for nearly 90 minutes, has sparked nationwide outrage.
‘Rs 80 lakh flat, corporate job, yet riding Rapido’: Bengaluru techie shares his surprising encounter
The Bengaluru techie explained how a routine Rapido ride left him surprised after learning that the driver owned an expensive flat and worked a corporate job. Shared online, the encounter sparked discussion on side hustles and why some people take up gig work for enjoyment today in cities.
Life without 10-minute delivery: An Indian consumer’s reality check from France
In a detailed Instagram post, Saloni Srivastava recounted her experience of living without platforms such as Blinkit and Zepto for nearly five months after moving from India to France. She made it clear that the shift was not ideological. 'This wasn't because I am a cool person with an impressive moral backbone,' she wrote, adding that such services were simply unavailable in her new environment.
Korean mom visits Mumbai’s Dhobi Ghat with kids, makes them wash clothes: ‘Trying real Indian life’
The mother wanted her children to understand the value of hard work. She took them to Mumbai’s Dhobi Ghat, where they watched clothes being washed by hand and even tried it themselves, learning first-hand about the effort involved at one of the city’s most famous sites.
Sunita Williams reveals how India appears from space at night: 'Pretty spectacular'
Sunita Williams spoke about her experience of viewing India from space, saying the country looked especially striking from the International Space Station.
Influencer blames passer-by for ‘ruining’ her fit-check video, faces online backlash
The influencer said a man ‘ruined’ her fit-check video while she was filming on a public road. Her clip went viral, drawing sharp criticism online. Many users questioned her behaviour, saying public spaces are shared and that expecting strangers to pause for videos shows entitlement rather than civic sense.
First Lady Melania Trump urges students to let curiosity guide them, not AI: 'Only humans can generate meaning'
First Lady Melania Trump reminded students that while artificial intelligence can be a powerful tool, it can never replace the curiosity and creativity of the human mind.
Dubai road accident leaves Indian biker with multiple fractures and hospital bill nearing Rs 1 crore
The incident occurred last week, when 36-year-old Avinash Sequeira, a freelance events professional, was returning home from a weekend group ride with fellow motorcyclists. Sequeira, who is a member of the Ducati Owners Club, had set out before sunrise with six other riders for what was planned as a routine trip towards Hatta.
Elon Musk’s ‘peace or piece of Greenland’ wordplay takes over social media. See reactions
Elon Musk took a sharp dig at former President Donald Trump’s “Board of Peace” initiative during the panel, joking that the name should have been “piece” instead of “peace.”
Woman dates twin brothers, has both families' support: We share the same bed
The woman, who went viral on TikTok after sharing her story, said that if she were to have a child in the future, she would ensure legal clarity through a DNA test, while hoping the child would regard both men as fathers.
Man pours milk into river, prevents girl from collecting it, viral video triggers debate: ‘We lost humanity’
The video sparked online debate as netizens questioned the priorities of ritual over helping those in need. Many said acts of kindness should come before ritual. Some argued religious devotion is personal and should not be judged.
70-year-old UP man’s first vlog wins hearts online, gets over 30 million views: 'Age is just a number'
Vinod Kumar Sharma from Uttar Pradesh shared his first Instagram vlog as ‘Insta Uncle’. The video quickly went viral, gaining over 30 million views. Netizens reacted positively, and brands and celebrities also left supportive comments under his post, showing encouragement.
Stomping on beds with dirty shoes, stealing bulbs: Guests at Rs 500 hotel stoke ‘civic sense’ debate
In the now-viral video, the guests -- three young men -- claimed that the room rent was Rs 500 and proudly showed off the empty sockets after stealing the bulbs, laughing.
MBA graduate from Harvard, ex-JP Morgan and Uber employee calls herself 'dumb'. Here’s why
Harvard graduate Grace Lee opened up online about her ‘museum of failures’. She shared her struggles with ADHD, career setbacks, a failed startup, and health challenges, showing that even top achievers face failure, and that growth comes from learning from it.
Elon Musk aide suffers throat injury, claims endoscopy wait is 6 weeks: 'Fly to India,' says X
Describing the incident, Nikita Bier wrote that a piece of fried chicken caused internal injury as it went down his throat. 'Ate a piece of fried chicken tonight. It somehow tore part of my throat going down. Now I can barely swallow (or speak),' he said.
Ashneer Grover says Albinder Dhindsa is ‘best guy’ to lead Eternal after Deepinder Goyal’s exit
Zomato founder Deepinder Goyal has stepped down as Eternal’s CEO. Blinkit head Albinder Dhindsa has taken charge with immediate effect. The move drew wide reaction online, with startup leaders backing the leadership change and praising the company’s focus going forward now.
Netizens concerned over NRI Sangram Patil's detention in Mumbai over anti-BJP remarks: ‘Bravo freedom of speech’
YouTuber Sangram Patil, who has close to five lakh subscribers, has acknowledged making critical posts but maintains that they fall within the bounds of democratic dissent and do not amount to hate speech or incitement, a position now under judicial scrutiny.
German doctor travels to Pakistan to marry 22-year-old man she met while gaming online. Plans to learn Urdu
After months of chatting online, a 26-year-old German doctor travelled to a small village in Pakistan to marry a 22-year-old man she met while playing games. She plans to settle in the village and learn Urdu to connect with her husband’s family and adjust to her new life.
Teacher, students shave heads to support classmate undergoing cancer treatment in Rajasthan: 'Heroes'
According to information circulating alongside the video, the collective action was undertaken to support a young girl from the school who is undergoing treatment for cancer. Reports indicate that the student experienced hair loss as a result of her medical therapy, a development that reportedly caused severe emotional distress and led to feelings of depression.
Dog in MP runs 4 km behind vehicle carrying owner’s dead body. Netizens moved by his loyalty
A pet dog in Madhya Pradesh stayed beside his owner’s body overnight after his death and ran 4 km behind the vehicle carrying him for post-mortem. The video went viral on social media, with users praising the dog’s loyalty and expressing hope that he finds a loving home.
India’s under-40 founders control $950 billion in businesses, exceeding Switzerland’s GDP: Hurun Uth series
The list includes several of India’s most recognisable startup leaders, including Zerodha co-founder Nikhil Kamath (38), OYO founder Ritesh Agarwal (31), Mamaearth co-founder Ghazal Alagh (36), Physics Wallah co-founder Alakh Pandey (33), Zepto co-founder Aadit Palicha (22), and Meesho co-founder Vidit Aatrey (35).
'Don't let Indians enter': Tourists allege racism at popular Thailand beach club. Management denies claims
The allegations were shared publicly by Goa-based musician Jonas Monteiro on Instagram. According to his account, the incident took place on January 19, 2025, at Yona Beach Club, a floating beach club that attracts international visitors.
