If you're Indian, you know that along with celebrations, the wedding season often brings drama and some rather peculiar incidents that make headlines. Let's dive into some of the craziest events that unfolded at Indian weddings this year.
...Full StoryPakistan's Caretaker Prime Minister, Anwaarul Haq Kakar, on Thursday, December 28, declared a ban on all New Year celebrations. The motive behind the announcement is to show support for the people of Palestine.
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...Full StoryFresh evidence all but confirms Kim Jong Un's daughter, Kim Ju Ae, might just be the next Supreme Leader of North Korea. Is the country's long standing patriarchal line of power seemingly making a shift towards dynastic socialism through a potentially feminist lens?
...Full StoryAs the year 2023 comes to a close, football fans witness Portuguese football great Cristiano Ronaldo walk into the new year as the highest goal scorer. However, a lot have argued on the level of importance that goals in the Saudi Pro League carry.
...Full StoryAir Canada is currently facing significant criticism for leaving a disabled passenger to fend for himself. He was forced to drag himself off a plane in Las Vegas when the airline failed to provide a wheelchair for him. As a result of this incident, the Canadian Transportation Agency has imposed a fine of C$ 97,500 (Rs 61.5 lakh) on the airline.
...Full StoryA complaint was filed at the Ghatkopar police station in Mumbai, accusing Bollywood actor Ranbir Kapoor and his family of supposedly offending religious sentiments in their viral Christmas lunch video.
...Full StoryA 25-year-old former cricketer, Mrinank Singh, on December 25 was apprehended by the Delhi Police for a string of frauds, including duping Indian wicket-keeper Rishabh Pant and the Taj Palace hotel in the capital.
...Full StoryIn response to the detection of the JN.1 coronavirus sub-variant in the national capital, the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) in Delhi has released comprehensive guidelines for handling suspected or confirmed COVID-19 patients arriving at hospitals.
...Full StoryAfter an impressive run, the last episode of Jujutsu Kaisen's season 2 promises a stunning conclusion to the Shibuya Incident arc, setting the stage for an even more action-packed next season of this beloved anime.
...Full StoryWith the One Piece manga wrapping up another heart-rending backstory, the fandom has come up with a grim theory that speculates the ominous origins of the Sapphire Scale disease.
...Full StoryIn the last 24 hours, Gaza's Hamas-run health ministry reported a grim toll of at least 241 people killed. This means a total of 20,915 Palestinians have lost their lives over a span of more than 11 weeks of war with Israel.
...Full StoryLate on Tuesday night, there was an ammonia gas leak from an underwater pipeline supplying an industrial unit near Periyakuppam in Ennore. Residents near the manufacturing facility reported feeling unwell, experiencing discomfort, nausea, and faintness. More than 25 individuals were taken to nearby hospitals for medical attention.
...Full StoryAmazon's recent announcement about integrating ads into Prime Video content from January 29, 2024, signifies a significant shift in streaming services, offering ad-supported options alongside an ad-free premium tier.
...Full StoryIntense fog in Delhi and NCR has disrupted flights and train schedules, resulting in over 110 flight delays and 25 train delays. It has also led to fatal accidents, including a multiple-vehicle pile-up and a 12-vehicle collision.
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