Singer-actor Diljit Dosanjh has made history by becoming the first Indian artist to grace the cover of Billboard Canada. This milestone is celebrated in the magazine’s inaugural print edition, which features exclusive content from his much-anticipated Dil-Luminati tour. The announcement was made on Saturday through Billboard Canada’s official Instagram account, showcasing Diljit on the cover … Read more
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced late Thursday that the killing of Hamas chief Yahya Sinwar marks the “beginning of the end” of the war in Gaza. He emphasized that hostilities will continue until the remaining 97 hostages taken by Hamas since October 7 are returned. The Israeli military confirmed Sinwar’s death following a targeted … Read more
In its latest round of military assistance to Israel, the United States will deploy the advanced Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) missile defense system. The Pentagon announced on Sunday that U.S. soldiers will also be sent to operate the system. This move is part of ongoing efforts to enhance Israel’s defense capabilities amid regional … Read more
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar arrived in Islamabad on Tuesday to attend a Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) conclave on Wednesday. During a dinner reception for SCO delegates, Jaishankar and Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif exchanged pleasantries, shaking hands and engaging in a brief interaction. This marks the first high-level visit from India to Pakistan in … Read more
Mount Adams, Washington’s largest volcano, has recently exhibited a rise in seismic activity after being dormant for thousands of years. In response, the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) has begun installing temporary seismic stations around the volcano to assess the potential for an eruption. Despite the uptick in seismic events, the USGS maintains that there is … Read more
NASA astronauts Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore are set to make history as the first to fly aboard Boeing’s Starliner spacecraft, but their journey has encountered significant delays. Initially scheduled for launch last month, the mission faced a one-month postponement, and now their return to Earth has been pushed back by several additional months. This … Read more
Shailaja Paik, a distinguished Research Professor of History at the University of Cincinnati, has made headlines by being named one of Ohio’s 10 MacArthur Fellows. She is the first recipient of this prestigious award from both Cincinnati and the University of Cincinnati since the fellowship began in 1981. Paik’s research focuses on the experiences of … Read more
The Indian stock market experienced a significant crash on Thursday, with the BSE Sensex dropping over 1,700 points to trade at 82,584.35, down 2%. Nifty50 fell below 25,300, reaching 25,285.05, a decline of nearly 2%. The downturn reflects concerns among investors following escalating conflicts in the Middle East, particularly after Iran launched ballistic missiles at … Read more
October 1st marks International Coffee Day, a time to celebrate the beloved beverage that fuels millions each morning. While often seen as a quick fix for grogginess, coffee offers surprising health benefits, particularly for weight loss and overall wellness. 1. Boosts Metabolism: Research shows that caffeine, a natural stimulant in coffee, can increase your metabolic … Read more
On October 2, cosmic enthusiasts can look forward to the second and final solar eclipse of 2024, featuring a stunning ‘ring of fire’ as the moon covers approximately 93% of the sun’s disk. This annular solar eclipse coincides with Sarva Pitru Amavasya, a sacred day in Hinduism for honoring ancestors. Starting at 9:13 PM IST, … Read more