The Railway Board has appointed 23 new divisional railway managers following a two-and-a-half month delay. The new appointments cover divisions in zones such as West Central Railway, North Western Railway, Western Railway, and others. The appointments aim to replace those who have completed their two-year tenures and ensure continuity in management without affecting work efficiency.
There is a fire at the Bryant Park Holiday Market, and smoke is filling the air which leads to an evacuation.
Beyoncé, who has a net worth of $800 million, has achieved tremendous success through her music career, business ventures, and collaborations with Jay-Z.
Passengers and one crew member reported hearing loud bangs before an Azerbaijan Airlines plane crashed in Kazakhstan. The crash killed 38 people and left 29 survivors. The airline suggests external interference as the cause. Preliminary findings indicate Russian air defences might have mistakenly shot it down. An investigation is ongoing.
Kamala Harris faced criticism from her own party supporters for failing to address the Middle East conflict effectively, alienating key voter groups. Many turned to Donald Trump or third-party candidates, expressing frustration over perceived inaction and unresponsive policies.
Efforts under India's Smart Cities Mission have yielded a 22% increase in school enrolment in 19 cities and enhanced real-time crime monitoring. A national study reveals the development of 9,433 smart classrooms and 59,802 CCTV installations, contributing to improved education and safer urban environments.
An earthquake of magnitude 4.0 struck Baramulla, Jammu and Kashmir on Friday, the National Centre of Seismology (NCS) said.
Keir Starmer, the Prime Minister of the UK, has shared a heartfelt tribute to his brother, Nick, who passed away on Boxing Day at the age of 60 after a brave battle with cancer.
Power Purchase Adjustment Charges (PPAC) in Delhi have been reduced significantly, leading to expected lower electricity bills for consumers. The reduced PPAC rates for TPDDL, BYPL, and BRPL will offer considerable relief, attributed by BJP to their protests against discoms and the AAP government.
Rainfall lashed Delhi-NCR on Friday, recording the highest December rainfall in 15 years with 42.8 mm. The precipitation, caused by a western disturbance, dropped the temperature to 9.5 degrees Celsius and caused traffic disruptions. Air quality remained poor, with an AQI of 353.
A Florida pizza delivery worker, Brianna Alvelo, 22, has been charged with attempted murder after allegedly stabbing a pregnant woman 14 times following a dispute over a $2 tip. The incident occurred at the Riviera Motel in Kissimmee. The victim, recovering in stable condition, attempted to protect her child during the assault.
The Agency renewed for a second season, following its record-breaking debut. Premiering on November 29, attracting 5.1 million cross-platform viewers and becoming the most-streamed new series in Showtime’s history.
Former PM Manmohan Singh, known for his brevity and measured words, often faced criticism from the opposition but responded only occasionally with sharp rebuttals. Despite allegations and scams during his tenure, no financial wrongdoing was attributed to him. His economic insights and dignified conduct in Parliament were highly regarded.
Even though Nvidia is gong through a glory run at Wall Street over the past few months, backed by the power of its AI chips, billionaire Stanley Druckenmiller is reportedly not very moved by the latest market trends, and is currently backing another AI stock. Here's why
Luxury car sales in India surged significantly, with six cars over Rs 50 lakh sold every hour in 2023, up from two cars five years ago. Sales expected to surpass 50,000 units in 2025, driven by affluent consumers and luxury carmakers planning over two dozen new launches, indicated strong market potential.
Avicii, the influential Swedish DJ-producer, tragically passed away six years ago at the young age of 28. His untimely death sent shockwaves across the globe, much like his music, which blended various genres and featured collaborations that pushed the boundaries of electronic dance music (EDM). Hits like 'Wake Me Up!' and 'Hey Brother' solidified his status as a pioneering artist.
Sunil Mittal and Narayana Murthy lauded the contributions of the late former PM Manmohan Singh, praising his liberalisation reforms in the early 90s that spurred India's economic growth. They highlighted his role in enabling entrepreneurship and economic expansion, acknowledging his influence on the country's prosperity.
The last rites of former prime minister Manmohan Singh will be conducted at 11:45 am Saturday at the Nigambodh Ghat crematorium with State honours. Singh died at AIIMS at the age of 92. The Government has decided to accord him a State funeral with full military honours. The Ministry of Defence will make the arrangements.
The DPIIT has teamed up with audio and wearables brand boAt to mentor startups and entrepreneurs. The collaboration aims to foster innovation and build globally competitive brands by providing guidance, resources, and support for key milestones like prototype development and international expansion. This partnership highlights the government's focus on strengthening India’s entrepreneurial ecosystem.
Yellowstone Season 5B finale episode has set the viewership record as it has become the most-watched episode in series history. Live+3 results reveal that the Season 5B Yellowstone finale, with 13.1 million total viewers. Yellowstone Season 5, Part 2 was also the most-watched season ever on social media, securing 619 million engagements, a 55% increase compared to the first half of Season 5.
Osamu Suzuki, the visionary leader and mentor behind Maruti Suzuki's success, has passed away. Praised for his foresight and risk-taking in India’s automobile industry, Suzuki forged a vital partnership with the Indian government, greatly impacting the economy and strengthening India-Japan ties. His legacy lives on.
Startups raised around $1.19 billion in December 2024, a 22% drop from the same month last year. Major funding rounds included Mumbai-based Rebel Foods securing $210 million and Mintifi obtaining $180 million. Other notable fundraises were Vastu Finance with $100 million and Zetwerk with $70 million.
