Strong aftershock rocks Caracas as Venezuela battles earthquake aftermath

Former World No 5 Eugenie Bouchard opens up on surviving in London’s Heat; tennis glam-queen gears up for BBC Wimbledon 2026 debut

Former Wimbledon finalist Eugenie Bouchard has shared her surprise at the hot weather in London ahead of the Wimbledon Championships 2026. The Canadian tennis star, who has joined the BBC’s team for this year’s tournament, admitted that she found the heat more difficult to handle than expected. Bouchard now spends much of her time in Miami.

Centre arms DRDO with new financial powers to fast-track next-gen weapons

Gold price crash: Why Indian households are rushing to sell their old gold jewellery

The trend comes at a time when India remains heavily dependent on imported gold. During FY26, the country imported gold worth nearly $72.4 billion, while recycled gold contributed an estimated 125-150 tonnes in 2025.

Nissan Tekton rear design revealed: Changes over Duster

The Tekton is expected to share its engine options with the new Duster. A 1.0-litre, 3-cylinder turbocharged petrol engine with 100 PS power and 160 nm torque paired with a 6-speed manual gearbox. Another engine is a 1.3-litre, 4-cylinder, turbocharged petrol engine with 163 PS and 280 Nm of torque, paired with a 6-speed DCT or a 6-speed manual.

Dramatic video captures biker swept away by landslide in Arunachal Pradesh; survives

Monsoon fury has gripped Arunachal Pradesh, with heavy rains triggering devastating floods and landslides across at least 12 districts. Roads, bridges, and homes have suffered extensive damage, severing vital connectivity. Tragically, lives have been lost, and a biker had a miraculous escape. Rescue operations are underway for stranded individuals, while authorities warn of further dangers from swollen rivers.

Rowdy-sheeter hacked to death in Bengaluru as public watches helplessly

A 29-year-old known rowdy sheeter, Rajubhai alias Raju, was brutally hacked to death in broad daylight in JP Nagar, Bengaluru, on Saturday evening. Eyewitnesses watched helplessly as assailants in a car intercepted Raju, who was walking home after tea. Despite his attempt to flee, he was cornered and attacked with machetes, succumbing to his injuries instantly. Police are investigating the incident, with no arrests made yet.

After UPSC, UPPCS setbacks, Viral Sharma cracks Bihar, Uttarakhand PCS

Viral Sharma, undeterred by earlier UPSC and UPPCS interview setbacks, achieved significant success in state civil services. He secured top ranks in Uttarakhand PCS as Deputy Collector and in Bihar PCS for CDPO and BDO posts. Sharma attributes his success to a simple strategy of extensive previous year paper practice and concise notes, emphasizing his continued pursuit of the UPSC dream

The great economic divide: East-West split could cost world $6.9 trillion, WEF warns

The world is witnessing a significant shift from globalization to geo-economic fragmentation, with the World Economic Forum warning of a potential $6.9 trillion hit to global GDP. This fragmentation, already costing billions and increasing inflation, is driven by rising nationalism and trade disputes, particularly between the US and China. Emerging markets face the brunt, while multilateral institutions weaken, and policy uncertainty hampers investment and hiring.

3 dead, several feared trapped after under-construction wall collapses in Jaipur

Ayatollah Khamenei funeral: Bihar guv, external affairs MoS to attend - report

Sikh sacrilege row: Akal Takht gives Punjab govt 1 month to amend law; MLAs agree

Workplace harassment law may get stricter checks as NCW calls for annual POSH audits

The National Commission for Women is pushing for mandatory annual audits of POSH compliance in workplaces across India, moving beyond mere paperwork. This initiative aims to ensure genuine implementation of the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace Act, 2013, with states like Maharashtra already taking proactive steps. Audits will scrutinize committee functionality, complaint handling, and awareness programs, with non-compliance facing penalties.

Can a co-owner sell your joint property without your consent? What the law says

Sikh sacrilege row: Akal Takht gives Punjab govt 1 month to amend law