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A 52-year-old Indian mom, Ranjana Pradhan, has captivated millions online with a viral video showcasing a simple outfit change. Her ‘expectation vs reality’ clip, featuring a shift from modest attire to a chic mini dress and boots, challenges age-related fashion norms. The video celebrates the freedom to dress authentically, resonating with viewers who praise her…
The streaming world saw a major shift this week as Tectone announced he is leaving both YouTube and Twitch. The move comes shortly after he received a one-week ban from YouTube for “excessive swearing.” Because of the suspension, he could not upload videos or go live, which pushed him to rethink his future on the…
Centre stepped up its bid to expand gas networks in the country and reduce dependence on a single fuel source, rolling out a new policy that will halt supplying LPG to households that do not shift to piped natural gas (PNG) in areas where such infrastructure is already available. The move comes at a time…
KOLKATA: Mounting uncertainties over global energy supply amid tensions in West Asia have prompted the Centre to explore fresh measures to manage domestic LPG availability, such as providing lesser volume of the fuel in refilled cylinders and further extending the waiting period for ordering a refill.Currently, each domestic cylinder contains 14.2kg LPG. Sources said the…
LUCKNOW: A 36-year-old woman allegedly conspired with her lover to murder her 69-year-old mother-in-law inside their home in Nishatganj, with police citing an illicit relationship and family opposition as the motive.The accused, identified as Ranjana Verma, along with her 21-year-old lover, Rajan Sharma—a taxi driver, mechanic, and tenant in the same house—have been arrested. According…
Nintendo’s latest Pokémon spin-off, Pokémon Pokopia, seems to be enjoying a surprisingly strong moment. The cosy life-simulation game, set in a ruined version of the Kanto region, has quickly attracted both critics and players. Sales numbers suggest the enthusiasm is real, with millions of copies reportedly sold just days after release. For fans already spending…
NEW DELHI: Indian Railways has asked all its licensees to adopt alternate cooking methods such as microwave ovens and electric induction systems at railway food centres, following a reported cut in liquefied natural gas (LNG) supplies linked to the ongoing West Asia conflict.The directive applies to food plazas, refreshment rooms and Jan Aahar outlets across…
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on Wednesday said it will conduct a switch auction of government securities worth Rs 20,000 crore on March 9 as part of efforts to manage the government’s bond redemption profile.According to an RBI release, the auction will be held between 10:30 am and 11:30 am, as reported PTI. The…
Many older adults struggle with sleep as their brains fail to switch off, a study reveals. Insomniacs’ brains remain alert due to a flattened circadian rhythm and persistent sequential thinking, preventing emotional and cognitive disengagement. This hyperarousal keeps minds active when they should power down, impacting overall brain function and well-being. Strategies to retrain the…
NEW DELHI: Congress MLA HA Iqbal Hussain has renewed pressure on the Congress high command to swiftly resolve the uncertainty over a possible change of leadership in Karnataka, even as the power tussle between chief minister Siddaramaiah and his deputy DK Shivakumar refuses to die down.Speaking amid continuing speculation over a mid-term switch of the…
