Vietnam’s roads have turned deadly in recent days, with a series of tragic incidents underscoring the urgent need for better traffic safety measures. The latest horror unfolded Thursday in Hue, where a truck slammed into three electric bicycles close to a high school, killing a student and a woman on the spot. A third victim was hospitalized with serious injuries as investigators piece together the chain of events. Shifting south, Dong Nai province awoke to tragedy when an early morning fire gutted an electronics store. The blaze, which started around 5 a.m., claimed the lives of a young mother and…
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Investor confidence surged Thursday as geopolitical risks tied to Greenland appeared to diminish, providing a lifeline to global markets and particularly the Indian rupee. DBS Bank’s latest analysis predicts smoother sailing ahead, with reduced rupee depreciation rates despite ongoing fluctuations. The currency opened stronger, gaining 15 paise to trade at 91.50 versus the dollar, recovering from its weakest levels. Senior economist Radhika Rao explained that negative sentiments since last year were exacerbated by international volatility and local factors. Rising global VIX levels reflected broad market distress, intensified by geopolitical flare-ups and climbing bond yields, Rao said. The easing Greenland situation…
In a tragic industrial accident, seven laborers were killed following a high-intensity blast at the Real Ispat factory in Chhattisgarh. The explosion, which happened in the Nipaniya area of Balodabazar-Bhatapara, caused widespread panic as the sound reverberated through the surrounding villages. District authorities reached the site quickly to supervise rescue efforts. Preliminary reports suggest that many workers suffered severe burn injuries and have been referred to Bilaspur for advanced treatment. The factory premises have been sealed as the administration launches a high-level probe to determine the cause of the disaster.
Davos buzzed with excitement as Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis dropped a game-changing announcement: an ‘Innovation City’ is set to emerge near Navi Mumbai, backed by Tata Group’s monumental $11 billion investment. Made during interactions at the World Economic Forum, this reveal has investors worldwide taking notice. Addressing 450 global stakeholders, Fadnavis detailed how the city will create a thriving global innovation hub. Tata’s Rs 1 lakh crore pledge includes cutting-edge facilities like a massive data center, designed to draw innovators from every corner of the planet. The CM envisions a frictionless ‘plug-and-play’ system that makes Mumbai the ultimate launchpad…
At the ongoing World Economic Forum in Davos, top executives from major tech firms delivered a unified message: Artificial intelligence is here to assist, not displace, the human workforce. AI will automate specific functions but falls short of handling entire job roles. Kian Gohar, CEO of Workera, called for better terminology around AI. Labeling it a ‘coworker’ misleads, he said, as AI thrives on narrow tasks while humans excel in dynamic, varied duties. ‘Predictions of AI-driven job apocalypse haven’t materialized,’ Gohar observed. Time and again, technology has evolved work rather than eliminated it. Munjal Shah of Hippocratic AI envisioned a…
In a high-stakes political showdown, Congress has unleashed sharp criticism on the Modi government’s replacement of MGNREGA with a new rural employment scheme, branding it a political ploy to undermine workers’ rights. The ‘Save MGNREGA’ rally at Jawahar Bhawan drew throngs of activists from diverse states, setting the stage for a nationwide mobilization. Sandeep Dikshit, a prominent Congress voice, lambasted the BJP for altering the law purely for partisan advantage. Laborers, he said, are reeling from the disruptions, and the party is committed to bolstering their cause through escalated campaigns. Attendees transported soil from active MGNREGA sites—proof of their authentic…
In today’s fast-paced world, digestive woes like constipation plague millions, leading to discomfort, low energy, and heightened stress. The good news? Ancient yoga offers proven solutions. Experts from national yoga bodies highlight nine asanas and pranayamas that target the gut directly, promising relief from constipation and beyond. These practices—Agnisar, Kapalbhati, Surya Namaskar, Padahastasana, Mandukasana, Paschimottanasana, Vakrasana, Pawanmuktasana, and Bhastrika—are beginner-friendly and ideal for home practice on an empty stomach. They work by kneading the abdomen, enhancing peristalsis, and firing up agni, the digestive enzyme. Beyond physical benefits, they calm the mind, reducing stress-induced gut issues. Constipation arises from poor diet,…
Varun Dhawan is buzzing with anticipation for ‘Border 2’, but the road to its January 23 release has been anything but smooth. In a candid Instagram post, the Bollywood star opened up about the grueling shoot that left him battered yet transformed. ‘It felt like a real war—pushing boundaries, enduring injuries, and navigating personal changes,’ he shared, posting raw set images that capture the film’s high-stakes action. Backed by producers Bhushan Kumar, Krishna Kumar, JP Dutta, and Nidhi Dutta under T-Series, ‘Border 2’ builds on the 1997 classic’s foundation. Sunny Deol returns in a powerhouse performance, joined by Varun, Diljit…
Union Home Minister Amit Shah descended upon Haridwar on Thursday for the grand ‘Shatabdi Varsh Samaroh 2026′ by Akhil Vishwa Gayatri Parivar, honoring Mata Bhagyanti Devi Sharma’s 100th birth anniversary and the Akhand Deep’s centenary. His ceremonial lamp-lighting marked the start of proceedings steeped in reverence and reform. In his address, Shah reminisced about Pt. Shriram Sharma Acharya’s role in linking lakhs to Gayatri practices. He called on the community to surge ahead under new leadership for another century of impact. The Sharmas’ movement boasts 150 million adherents, with 1926 echoing as a year of national awakening alongside RSS’s inception.…
Fitness fervor is everywhere—Instagram reels, wellness apps, home-cooked superfoods. But for many chasing health, the scale tells a different story: steady gains despite salads and smoothies. What’s going wrong? The answer lies deeper than diet sheets. Ayurveda teaches that vitality stems from strong digestive fire (agni), akin to metabolic rate in biology. A sluggish system converts wholesome eats into adipose tissue, defying your best intentions. Debunking delusion one: ‘If it’s healthy, eat endlessly.’ Nuts, clarified butter, sweeteners like honey, or creamy spreads pack calories that demand heavy metabolic lifting. Overconsumption tips the energy equation toward storage. Commercial ‘health’ hacks are…