Author: Rahul M

MOSCOW (AP) — A trial began Monday under tight security for 19 defendants accused of involvement in last year’s shooting rampage in a Moscow concert hall that killed 149 people and wounded over 600 in one of the deadliest attacks in the capital in years.A faction of the Islamic State group claimed responsibility for the March 22, 2024, massacre at the Crocus City Hall concert venue in which four gunmen shot people who were waiting for a show by a popular rock band and then set the building on fire.President Vladimir Putin and other Russian officials have claimed, without presenting…

Gurugram: ‘Resort politics’ has gone international, that too with civic polls. The BJP is sending its councillors from Manesar beyond the country’s borders—to Nepal. This comes ahead of the election for Senior Deputy Mayor and Deputy Mayor in the Manesar Municipal Corporation on 5 August. In an attempt to prevent cross-voting, the party has sent 12 councillors to Nepal, following previous trips to Goa and Guwahati. The high-voltage drama plays out against the backdrop of a tumultuous factional rivalry within the BJP, which pits the faction of erstwhile Chief Minister Manohar Lal Khattar, supported by state minister Rao Narbir Singh,…

In today’s hyperconnected world, mental exhaustion, emotional instability, and chronic stress have become common aspects of daily life. However, ancient wisdom may hold the key to restoring not only mental balance but also emotional resilience. Central to this wisdom is the concept of chakras, the body’s energy centers, and the practice of Pranic Healing. This non-touch energy healing modality harnesses the body’s natural ability to heal itself. Sriram Rajagopal, Director of World Pranic Healing (India), shares a simple guide to pranic healing, highlighting the role of chakras in emotional self-care and mental balance. Grand Master Choa Kok Sui (GMCKS) emphasized…

Barley water is far more than just an age-old cooling drink for hot days. Recognised in many parts of the world, this traditional, detoxifying, and hydrating beverage has been valued for centuries for its impressive range of health benefits. With its mild, nutty flavour, barley water not only refreshes but also supports overall wellbeing in several surprising ways. Like rice or wheat, barley (known as jao in India) is a cereal grain that has long been consumed as a staple food in many cultures. When barley is simmered gently in water and then strained, it creates a simple yet nourishing…

Umar Ansari, younger son of the late gangster-turned-politician Mukhtar Ansari, was arrested in Lucknow on Sunday, 3rd August. He has been accused of preparing forged documents for a property, which had been confiscated by the administration under Gangster Act. According to Ghazipur SP Dr. Iraj Raja, “The property that was seized under the Gangster Act against Mukhtar Ansari was targeted in this fraud. To get the property released, Umar applied to court and misled the court by forging the signature of his mother, Afsha Ansari.” Umar intended to secure illegal gains and submitted forged documents reportedly bearing the fake signatures…

In a case of Love Jihad in the Burhanpur district of Madhya Pradesh, a Hindu woman was brutally killed on Friday (1st August) by a Muslim man for refusing to convert to Islam and perform Nikah with him. A 35-year-old Bhagyashree Namdev Dhanuk was murdered inside her home in Navara by 42-year-old Sheikh Raees, who mercilessly slit her throat and stabbed her multiple times. The accused left her profusely bleeding on the spot. However, he was arrested by the police hours later. The victim’s sister, Subhadra Bai, said that the accused used to physically assault her frequently and force her to…

15 minutes a day keeps your mental stress at bay! Practicing yoga for 15 minutes every day can have a huge positive impact on your mental health and can boost a person’s mental clarity. Current busy lifestyles are draining the mind and putting it on overdrive. This leads to a loss of focus and concentration. A full dose of yoga (even if it is just a brief one!) slows one down. It’s an opportunity for the brain and the body to reboot, eliminating mental fatigue and stress. S. Giriprasad, Psychologist at Aster Whitefield Hospital, Bengaluru, shares insights on whether 15…

How long does it take to identify the helmet of a hiker lost in a 183-hectare mountain area, analyzing 2,600 frames taken by a drone from approximately 50 meters away? If done with a human eye, weeks or months. If analyzed by an artificial intelligence system, one afternoon. The National Alpine and Speleological Rescue Corps, known by it’s Italian initialism CNSAS, relied on AI to find the body of a person missing in Italy’s Piedmont region on the north face of Monviso—the highest peak in the Cottian Alps—since September 2024.According to Saverio Isola, the CNSAS drone pilot who intervened along…

Tragic death of Class 7 student in S K Achukattu shocks city; child apologises in emotional note, prompting deep questions on mental health awareness among youth.A 13-year-old boy studying in Class 7 died by suicide in Bengaluru’s S K Achukattu area, leaving behind a deeply emotional note. The boy, identified as Gandhar, was found hanging in his room on Monday morning.His father, Ganesh Prasad, a music artist, discovered the body when he went to wake the child. A death note was found at the scene in which the boy reportedly asked for forgiveness from his family, expressing sorrow for the…

Passenger complaints over in-flight pests spark renewed concerns about Air India’s hygiene and safety standards amid a string of recent operational issues.Air India has issued a formal apology following reports that passengers spotted cockroaches mid-air during a long-haul flight from San Francisco to Mumbai. The incident, which occurred on flight AI 180 with a scheduled refuelling stop in Kolkata, has raised fresh concerns over the airline’s in-flight hygiene standards.According to airline sources, two passengers reported seeing “small cockroaches” during the journey. The cabin crew swiftly relocated the affected passengers to other seats within the same class, ensuring their comfort for…