Young Hindu Women in Pakistan Turn Away from Traditional Face Tattoos
For centuries, Hindu women in rural Sindh have carried tattoos on their faces, hands, and arms — intricate designs needled by elder women as a mark of beauty, protection, and community identity. But today, many younger women are rejecting the practice, saying it no longer fits with modern life. In a small village near Umerkot, […]
Cloudburst Tragedy in Kishtwar: Toll Rises to 65, Rescue Efforts Hit by Bad Weather
Kishtwar, J&K: A day after a massive cloudburst struck the Mata Machail yatra route in Kishtwar, the death toll has climbed to 65, with officials warning that the number could rise further as many remain missing. The cloudburst hit Chishoti village in Padder on Thursday, sweeping away pilgrims who were participating in the annual Shri […]
Railways Plans Amrit Bharat 3.0: Mixed AC and Non-AC Coaches for Affordable Travel
The Ministry of Railways is gearing up for the next upgrade in its affordable long-distance train service — the Amrit Bharat Express 3.0. Building on the experience of Amrit Bharat 1.0 and 2.0, the new trainsets will be designed and manufactured by Chennai-based Integral Coach Factory (ICF). What is Amrit Bharat Express? Launched in 2023, […]
SC on J&K Statehood: ‘Must Consider Ground Realities, Can’t Ignore Pahalgam’
The Supreme Court on Thursday said that “ground realities” must be factored in while considering the restoration of statehood to Jammu and Kashmir, noting that recent events in Pahalgam cannot be ignored. A bench led by Chief Justice of India B.R. Gavai, along with Justice K. Vinod Chandran, was hearing multiple petitions seeking statehood restoration. […]
India Home to 1.53 Crore Stray Dogs; SC’s Delhi-NCR Order Sparks National Debate
India’s stray dog population has crossed 1.53 crore, raising serious public safety and health concerns amid a steady rise in dog bites and rabies cases. The issue has come under sharp focus after the Supreme Court’s recent directive ordering the removal of all stray dogs from Delhi and NCR to dedicated shelters within eight weeks. […]
Flash Floods, Landslides Disrupt Life in Jammu Region; Schools Shut, Roads Blocked
Heavy rains over the past 24 hours have triggered flash floods, landslides, and widespread road blockages across parts of North India, prompting school closures, travel disruptions, and damage to property. Jammu Region: Schools Closed, Roads Washed Out In Jammu and Kashmir, districts including Rajouri, Reasi, and Poonch were hit by intense overnight rains. Authorities ordered […]
Kedarnath Yatra Halted Until August 14 as Heavy Rains Lash Uttarakhand
Rudraprayag: Continuous rainfall over the past two days has disrupted life across Uttarakhand, forcing the temporary suspension of the Kedarnath Yatra until August 14 to ensure the safety of pilgrims. Heavy downpours have swollen rivers, overflowed mountain streams, and triggered landslides, blocking several key routes in the hills. Low-lying areas in the plains are waterlogged, […]
Carbon Tapping: The Travel Trend That Could Redefine Your Souvenir Shelf
Picture this: It’s 2035. You return from your dream holiday, unpack your bags, and instead of pulling out a fridge magnet or a kitschy T-shirt, you scroll through your travel app and smile — you’ve come home with a smaller carbon footprint. Because by then, the ultimate travel trophy won’t be a trinket. It’ll be […]
6.1-Magnitude Earthquake Hits Western Turkey; One Dead, Dozens Injured
Ankara: A powerful 6.1-magnitude earthquake struck the town of Sindirgi in western Turkey on Sunday evening, killing one person and injuring dozens, according to the Turkish Disaster and Emergency Management Authority (AFAD). The quake, which hit at 7:53 pm (1653 GMT), was felt across multiple cities in the west, including Istanbul and the tourist hub […]
Supreme Court Orders Complete Removal of Stray Dogs from Delhi-NCR in 8 Weeks
Calling the stray dog situation in Delhi-NCR “extremely grim,” the Supreme Court on Monday ordered the Delhi government and civic bodies to remove all stray dogs from the region within eight weeks and house them in dedicated shelters. The bench of Justices J.B. Pardiwala and R. Mahadevan said the move was necessary to curb the […]