Anganwadi cook saves 20 children from bee attack, gets stung repeatedly, dies

In a harrowing display of courage at a Neemuch anganwadi, Kanchan Bai Meghwal emerged as a true hero when she bravely shielded a group of children from an aggressive swarm of bees. Utilizing tarpaulins and mats, she managed to create a barrier, drawing the attention of the furious insects towards herself.

Shashi Tharoor trips and falls at Parliament stairs; Akhilesh Yadav helps - video

IIT-Bombay student jumps to death from hostel terrace

A 21-year-old IIT Bombay student, Naman Agarwal, a second-year BTech Civil Engineering student from Rajasthan, died by suicide after allegedly jumping from a hostel terrace. Campus authorities alerted police, who are investigating the circumstances. No suicide note has been found, and statements are being collected.

Dog on road, delay in care: Rider ‘booked’ for own death in Gujarat

A man died after an accident caused by a stray dog, followed by alleged inadequate treatment at two hospitals. His family claims systemic apathy, as he has been booked for his own death due to negligent driving. The police are investigating the sequence of events and hospital treatment records.

Switch from Russia to Venezuela crude oil possible? SBI sees $3 bn savings - explained

India could slash its crude import bill by nearly $3 billion annually by strategically shifting from Russian oil to Venezuelan heavy crude. A discount of $10-12 per barrel on Venezuelan oil makes this switch commercially viable, despite longer shipping routes. This potential saving highlights evolving import strategies driven by market dynamics and refining capabilities.

This IITian took break from job to sell Pani Puri, now owns popular supper club in London

Ankita Khante, an IITian, traded her corporate career for a passion for cooking. She started selling Pani Puri from home in London, which led to her popular supper club, The Bouzi Club. The club offers regional Indian dishes and fosters connection through shared food memories. Ankita is now hosting a supper club in Nagpur.

Mumbai–Pune eway in chaos: Mishap sparks 12-hour jam, traffic still paralysed

A dramatic incident unfolded on the Mumbai-Pune Expressway when a gas tanker flipped, bringing traffic to a standstill overnight. Cars were rerouted to the older highway as emergency crews scrambled to manage a dangerous leak of propylene gas near the Adoshi tunnel. For over 12 hours, countless drivers found themselves stranded, lacking essential services.

Elon Musk makes a bold claim: Balance of power is changing

JEE Main 2026 session 1 answer key, response sheet released: Check details

The National Testing Agency has released the provisional answer key and recorded responses for JEE Main 2026 Session 1. Candidates can now review their answers and submit objections online until February 6, 2026, with a fee of ₹200 per challenge. This crucial step allows students to verify their performance before the final results are announced.

Heart diseases hit men 10 years earlier than women, study warns

New research reveals men develop coronary heart disease a decade earlier than women, with significant differences emerging around age 35. This trend persists even after accounting for traditional risk factors, highlighting biological influences. Experts urge early cardiovascular risk assessment and intervention strategies for young adults, as heart disease risk eventually increases for everyone.

Munawwar Rana’s daughter alleges dowry harassment, triple talaq; case filed

Hiba Rana, daughter of Urdu poet Munawwar Rana, has filed a police complaint. She alleges dowry harassment and physical assault by her husband, Syed Mohammad Saqib. Rana also claims her husband pronounced triple talaq. An FIR has been registered against Saqib and his father, Syed Haseeb Ahmed. The case involves multiple sections of law.

Rs 1.9 lakh cr gone! Infosys, TCS crash up to 7% - how a US startup is the cause of fall

Shares of major IT companies, including Infosys, Wipro, HCL Tech and Persistent Systems, slid as much as 6 per cent in early trade. The negative sentiment mirrored weakness on Wall Street, where the technology-heavy benchmark Nasdaq declined 1.4 per cent, erasing nearly $300 billion in market capitalisation across the sector.

Snoop Dogg hails Lindsey Vonn’s Winter Olympics decision after torn ACL

Lindsey Vonn has drawn widespread attention after confirming plans to compete at the Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics despite tearing her ACL days earlier. Rap icon and honorary Team USA coach Snoop Dogg publicly praised her resolve, calling her a true champion. Vonn shared medical updates and reaffirmed her intent to race while continuing daily evaluations with her doctors.

Gold price prediction today: Will the rebound rally sustain? Here’s the outlook

Gold price prediction today: Gold and silver prices are recovering this week, but are expected to see volatility in the coming days, says Maneesh Sharma, AVP - Commodities & Currencies, Anand Rathi Shares and Stock Brokers. He shares his outlook for gold and silver prices in the coming days:

Teen gymnast dies after neck injury at school games

A 16-year-old gymnast from Madhya Pradesh, Ujair Ali, died after a severe neck injury sustained during the School Games Nationals in Kolkata. His family alleges negligence, claiming officials abandoned him at a government hospital. Ujair suffered a dislocation of his C4 and C5 vertebrae while attempting a double backflip.