President Trump Receives Hanuman Chalisa. (Image: Instagram) US President Donald Trump received a copy of the Hanuman Chalisa during a Diwali celebration at the White House on Friday. The gift came from Indian tech entrepreneur Vishal Gondal, founder of the health and fitness company GOQii,…
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FDA Probes Cancer Risk After Tumours Emerge In Children Treated With Novartis’ SMA Gene Therapy
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is looking into a possible cancer risk linked to Zolgensma, a gene therapy made by Swiss drugmaker Novartis. The move comes after the company reported several cases of tumours in patients who had received the treatment. These included…
US Reports Over 5,000 Measles Cases In 2026, Highest Annual Count Since 1991
Measles cases in the US. (Image: Canva) The United States is dealing with one of its worst measles outbreaks in decades. The country has reported more than 5,000 measles cases so far in 2026, the highest yearly total since 1991. The rising numbers have also…
India Plans World’s Highest Railway Station In Ladakh, 17,244 Feet Above Sea Level
For years, the only way to reach Ladakh was by road or by air. However, that could now change. India is planning a new railway line to Leh, and one of its stations is set to become the highest in the world. The station is…
Diwali 2026 Lakshmi Puja Muhurat: Know Auspicious Time For Lakshmi Puja
The most auspicious Mahurath for Diwali Pooja will be 6:04 PM to 7:35 PM. The extended Diwali Pooja Mahurath will be from 6:04 PM until 10:40 PM. Rahu (R) is positioned in an Air sign, indicating possibilities of unexpected gains and windfall opportunities. Jupiter and…
Two Indian Names Feature In The World’s 50 Best Restaurants List; Details Inside
Best restaurants in India. (Image: Instagram) Two restaurants from India have made it to The World’s 50 Best Restaurants 2026. The rankings were announced at an awards ceremony in Lima, Peru, on November 4. This is the first time since 2007 that a restaurant based…
Happy Diwali 2026: 100+ Wishes, Messages, Quotes And Greetings To Share With Loved Ones
Homes are decorated with glowing diyas, colourful rangolis and flowers to celebrate the festival of lights. (Image Credits: iStock) Diwali, the festival of lights, is a time to celebrate hope, happiness, prosperity and togetherness. As homes light up with diyas, colourful rangolis and festive decorations,…
Albert Camus Birthday: Why His Philosophy Of The Absurd Still Speaks to a World Searching For Meaning
What Albert Camus Understood About Loneliness That Modern Readers Still Struggle To Explain (Picture Credit – Henri Cartier-Bresson / Magnum) The hardest questions often arrive during ordinary moments. A successful day ends, distractions fade, and a person wonders why achievement hasn’t brought certainty or why…
From Basic Juttis To Embellished Mojaris: The Festive Footwear Trends Taking Over Diwali
Traditional footwear inspiration for Diwali. Diwali outfits get a lot of attention! We plan the lehenga, the kurta set and the jewellery weeks in advance. But footwear is often picked at the last minute, usually the same pair we wore last year. This season, give…
The World Is Obsessed With Indian Food, And Honestly, Fabulous
The West’s great romance with Indian food began, as the story goes, with a plate of chicken tikka masala. Its origins have been questioned ever since, and some label it more British than Indian. Whatever its origins, Indian cuisine is now flourishing globally. Over the…