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Resham Fatma has become the first Indian acid attack survivor to earn the prestigious fully funded Chevening Scholarship, paving her way to study at the London School of Economics. In 2014, a 17-year-old schoolgirl in Lucknow was cornered, attacked with a knife, and doused in acid for saying “no” to a marriage proposal. Today, that same girl has forced the world to look past her scars and recognize her brilliance.On August 3, 2026, 29-year-old Resham Fatma was announced as a recipient of the UK Government’s prestigious Chevening Scholarship. She is headed to the world-renowned London School of Economics and Political…

Actor and BJP MP Kangana Ranaut has reacted strongly to the controversy surrounding Udhayanidhi Stalin’s remarks about actor Trisha Krishnan, saying his arrest sets a positive example. Sharing her views on Instagram Stories on Tuesday evening, Kangana criticised the comments, describing them as unacceptable in public discourse.Calling out the nature of the remarks, she wrote, “Public display of filthy abuses, double-meaning obscene and vulgar jokes is not acceptable to any civilised society. Mr Stalin was sent to jail for the offence; he might be out on bail by now, but it is a good precedent (sic).”Kangana’s response comes after actor-politician…

Indian cricket team (ANI Photo) Former India opener Aakash Chopra believes India’s chances of reaching the ICC World Test Championship (WTC) 2025-27 final hang heavily on the upcoming two-Test series against Sri Lanka, warning that the visitors are in a “tough position” in the race for the summit clash. India will begin their Sri Lanka tour with the opening Test on August 15. After nine matches in the current WTC cycle, India occupy fifth place in the standings with four wins and four defeats, giving them a points percentage (PCT) of 48.15. Sri Lanka, meanwhile, sit just below them in…

Egyptian doctor loses license in the UK after a botched surgery in which he joined organs wrongly. An Egyptian doctor lost his license in the UK after he was found to have botched an operation in such a way that the patient could have died. Dr Yasser Adly Abdel Rahman, an NHS locum surgeon, wrongly connected the patient’s bowels, and the waste exiting the stomach got redeposited back to the stomach through a closed loop. Another surgeon saved the life of the young man who experienced uncontrollable pain. This happened in 2020 and Rahman was barred from practicing in 2021…

“I knew more than anyone that nature didn’t care for reputation, age, gender, or background. It was equally indifferent to personality: the mountain couldn’t give a shit if the people exploring it were morally nasty or nice.” Nirmal ‘Nimsdai’ Purja may have said his goodbyes on Earth but he will keep inspiring the generations with his words of wisdom. There are countless travel quotes that celebrate adventure and freedom. Then there are a few that remind us of one uncomfortable truth: Nature don’t care who you are.Nature don’t care who you are It’s a powerful quote from legendary Nepali mountaineer…

Padma Shri awardee D Y Patil passes away, education sector mourns founder of D Y Patil institutions Former Governor, educationist and Padma Shri awardee D Y Patil passed away at his residence in Kasba Bawda, Kolhapur, on Tuesday morning after a prolonged illness. He was 91. Widely known as “Dada”, Patil served as the Governor of Bihar, Tripura and West Bengal and was recognised for his contributions to education and public life.Patil was also the founder of the D Y Patil group of educational institutions, which expanded across multiple disciplines, including medicine, engineering, management and higher education. His death marks…

Inside Kishore Kumar’s iconic Gouri Kunj bungalow in Juhu, where he composed timeless songs and spoke to trees, now home to Virat Kohli’s One8 Commune Mumbai’s Juhu is home to several celebrity residences, but few carry the emotional and cultural significance of Gouri Kunj, the bungalow that once belonged to legendary singer and actor Kishore Kumar. Named after his mother, Gouri Devi, the iconic property was more than just a luxurious residence. It was a creative sanctuary where one of Indian cinema’s greatest entertainers found solace, composed timeless music and embraced the privacy he cherished.Today, while a section of the…

Glasgow: India’s Neeraj Chopra during the men’s javelin throw final at the Commonwealth Games 2026, in Glasgow, Scotland. Chopra wins the silver medal in this event. (PTI Photo/Ravi Choudhary)(PTI08_01_2026_000155B) New Delhi: India finished the 2026 Commonwealth Games with 39 medals to its name – 13 gold, 17 silver and nine bronze. It placed India in fourth place behind Australia, England and Canada. Boxing and athletics produced the most medals (10) with weightlifting (8) and para-athletics (6) next in the order.In the truncated quadrennial event, held without shooting, wrestling, badminton, table tennis and field hockey, all of which have contributed significantly…

Over 170 migrants rescued after Channel boat fire. More than 170 migrants were rescued on Tuesday after a small boat attempting to cross the English Channel from France to the UK caught fire, prompting a major cross-border rescue operation, BBC reported.French authorities said the vessel’s engine caught fire before its “structural integrity deteriorated very rapidly”, forcing emergency responders from both France and the UK to intervene.The French maritime prefecture of the Channel and North Sea said 173 people were eventually rescued and brought ashore at Boulogne-sur-Mer. Eleven migrants sustained minor injuries, while no fatalities have been reported.Migrants initially refused rescue,…

After two decades at Google, Shankar Murali shared insights from his remarkable journey. Emphasizing that leadership is rooted in listening and curiosity, he highlighted the value of leading by example and practicing empathy. Respect for diverse opinions and an openness to change were crucial lessons that defined his path within this global tech giant. Long careers often leave people with stories worth telling. But when an employee spends two decades at one of the world’s biggest technology companies, the biggest takeaways are not always about promotions or projects. Sometimes, they are about the simple lessons that change the way people…