Author: Rahul M

For many, contact lenses are everyday vision helpers that they slip on, and the world stays sharp without fogging or slipping. Countless people put them in their contact lenses first thing in the morning and hardly think twice. Yet when lenses linger too long or cleaning is skipped, trouble can simmer. According to Dr Priyanka Singh (MBBS, MS, DNB, FAICO), Consultant & Eye Surgeon, Neytra Eye Centre, New Delhi, using contact lenses excessively can lead to ‘Contact Lens Overwear Syndrome’ and can cause the following problems: 1. Dry eyes Add Zee News as a Preferred Source Dr Singh says, “Dry…

In another success in the ongoing anti-Naxal operations, the security forces eliminated around seven Maoists, including three women, in the early morning on Wednesday (19th November)in the forest region of Maredumilli in Andhra Pradesh’s Alluri Sitarama Raju (ASR) district. As per reports, one of the Maoists killed has been identified as Meturi Jokha Rao alias Shankar, a native of Srikakulam. Shankar served as an Area Committee Member (ACM) for the Andhra–Odisha Border (AOB) region and specialised in technical operations, arms manufacturing, and communication, according to preliminary inputs. The identity of the rest of the deceases Maoists is being verified. Shankar…

One of the three terror plot accused arrested by the Gujarat ATS in the recent Ricin terror conspiracy case was assaulted inside Sabarmati Central Jail of Ahmedabad. The incident took place early on Tuesday morning (18th November), within hours of the trio being sent to the prison. Following the incident, the Ranip Police Station registered an FIR against three inmates. According to officials, the terror suspects were handed over to jail authorities on Monday evening (17th November) following the end of their ATS custody. All three have been kept together in one barrack. Later that night, when they were being…

While the Lalu Prasad-led Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) suffered a drubbing in the Bihar Assembly elections, plunging to 25 seats from 75 in 2020, the proportion of its dynast legislators has remained largely unchanged, even as the newly elected House recorded a minor decline in dynastic representation with the share of MLAs with family ties to sitting or former legislators dropping to 24.28% in 2025 from 28.81% in 2020.In the 243-member Assembly this time, at least 59 MLAs have come from the families of sitting or former legislators, down from 70 such legislators in the outgoing House. According to an…

When junk food cravings strike whether it’s late at night, during work stress, or while binge-watching your favourite series it’s easy to reach for chips, chocolate, or fried snacks. But small, smarter snack swaps can keep cravings satisfied without the sugar crash, bloating, or guilt. Here are five healthier snack alternatives that taste great and keep your energy stable:- 1. Roasted Chickpeas Instead of Chips Add Zee News as a Preferred Source Crispy, flavourful, and protein-packed, roasted chickpeas offer the same crunch as chips but with added fibre and nutrients. Why it works: High in protein Keeps…

In a significant move ahead of Bihar’s new government formation, the BJP legislative party has elected Samrat Chaudhary as its leader, while both he and Vijay Kumar Sinha are being positioned as Deputy Chief Ministers. The appointments were confirmed unanimously during the legislative party meeting, which also laid the groundwork for the state’s swearing-in ceremony. BJP MP Janardan Singh Sigriwal explained, “The legislative party meeting is where we elect our leader and chart out the next steps. Tomorrow, the swearing-in ceremony will take place. This meeting is part of completing a legal process.” A Strong Leadership Duo BJP national leader…

Three scientists from Bengaluru working on developing pest-independent rice varieties, cancer treatment, and green chemistry have bagged the Tata Transformation Prize 2025, announced in Mumbai on Tuesday.The awards are presented across Food Security, Sustainability, and Healthcare categories and recognise research that contributes towards improving quality of life in India and abroad. Constituted in 2022 and presented jointly by the New York Academy of Sciences and Tata Sons, the winners will be presented with a cash prize worth Rs 2 crore. The 2025 Tata Transformation winners spoke to The Indian Express: 1. P V Shivaprasad, National Centre for Biological Sciences (Category:…

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) arrested Jawad Ahmed Siddiqui, chairman and founder of Al Falah University in Haryana, on Tuesday, 18th November evening, on money laundering charges. Hours later, a Delhi court sent him to 13 days of ED custody, stating that the case was serious and the investigation was still in its early stages.   The ED told the Delhi court that Al Falah University had made around Rs 415 crore by misleading students and their families through false claims about its accreditation and recognition. The agency said the university enriched itself using dishonest practices that hurt students’ futures. The…

In a massive operation involving more than 100 personnel of the Forest Department, a 12-year-old elephant trapped in a canal at Shivanasamudra in Karnataka’s Mandya district since Sunday was successfully rescued Tuesday after a two-day operation. The elephant had ventured into a canal connected to a private power generation facility to drink water, but was trapped due to the steep walls and strong currents. Despite its attempts to escape, the elephant remained stuck, unable to climb out on its own. The Forest Department Monday tried to rescue, but aborted the mission due to high water levels at the dam. The…

Anmol Bishnoi, the younger brother of gangster Lawrence Bishnoi, one of India’s most notorious organised crime figures, has finally been deported from the United States. This marks a breakthrough for Indian investigation agencies, who have been tracking him across several countries for years.  Anmol Bishnoi, who has been wanted in multiple murder, extortion and terror-linked cases, is now on his way back to India. He is expected to land in Delhi on Wednesday (19th November), according to officials. US confirms deportation to the family of leader Baba Siddique The confirmation came directly from the US Department of Homeland Security (DHS).…