Lifestyle
Fresher’s ₹3.5 Lakh TCS Offer Sparks Debate On India’s Tough IT Job Market
A fresh graduate landing a ₹3.5 lakh per annum TCS “Ninja” offer has gone viral, with netizens questioning how such rare packages fit within India’s struggling IT hiring ecosystem. Experts say these exceptions highlight both extreme competition and widening wage disparity between entry-level coders and elite campus recruits, revealing an uneven tech employment recovery.
World
Missing Indian Student Found Dead Near Russian Dam: Probe Underway
The body of a 22-year-old Indian student from Rajasthan’s Alwar has been found near Russia’s Ufa dam after being missing for days. Authorities recovered his clothes and phone, while the Indian Embassy in Moscow assists with repatriation. Investigators are probing whether the death was accidental or linked to foul play, raising concerns about safety of foreign students abroad.
World
Zohran Mamdani Rapper-Mayor: ‘Salaam’ Song And How Music Shaped His Victory
New York Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani’s rap background and viral song “Salaam” have become symbolic of his unconventional political rise. Music magazines say his artistic roots connected him with immigrant youth and progressive voters. His story blends activism, art and identity, reshaping American urban politics.
India
Shashi Tharoor Defends Scholar After UK Deportation: ‘Need Thicker Skin In Debate’
After a Hindi literature scholar was deported from the UK, author and MP Shashi Tharoor commented that academics and societies need a “thicker skin” in public debate. He responded to critic Francesca Orsini, saying open dialogue and freedom of expression must prevail despite disagreements, reviving discussion on academic mobility and intellectual freedom.
India
India Strengthens Strategic “Chicken’s Neck” With Three New Garrison Set-ups
India has announced the establishment of three new military garrisons along the border with Bangladesh at Bamuni, Kishanganj and Chopra, aimed at fortifying the Siliguri Corridor dubbed the “Chicken’s Neck”. The move comes amid concerns over shifting regional alignments, increased Chinese investments in Bangladesh and intelligence warnings of connectivity developments with Pakistan. The garrisons are designed to boost surveillance, rapid-response capacity and logistics in a region that links mainland India to its seven northeastern states.
Sports
“Just An Excuse”: Ajit Agarkar & BCCI Accused Of Ignoring Mohammed Shami Again
Veteran India pacer Mohammed Shami has been omitted from the squad for the upcoming series despite strong domestic form, prompting his coach and critics to accuse Ajit Agarkar-led selectors of relying on excuses rather than merit. The controversy has broadened into a debate on selection transparency, fitness benchmarks and senior-player loyalty within the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI).
India
Ahmedabad Woman Tries Robbery With Chilli Powder, Gets 17 Slaps In 20 Seconds
A daring attempted jewellery-store robbery in Ahmedabad went viral when a woman used chilli powder to disable staff, only to be swiftly overwhelmed and slapped 17 times in 20 seconds by attendants and onlookers before police arrived. The bizarre incident has sparked conversation on security at retail outlets, public reaction to crime, and viral-video culture in India’s cities.
Sports
“You Shut Up, Let Me Do The Talking”: Ravi Shastri Recalls Iconic Sachin Moment
Former India coach and commentator Ravi Shastri shared a memorable anecdote involving legend Sachin Tendulkar, where the Master Blaster silenced the dressing-room noise during a foreign tour by saying “You shut up, let me do the talking”. The story highlights Tendulkar’s leadership style, influence on younger players and the culture of Indian cricket behind the scenes.
India
Air India Boeing 787 Crash Probe: Why Science And Emotion Are Locked In Duel
The investigation into the Air India Boeing 787 Dreamliner crash has become a clash between rigorous scientific procedure and intense public emotion. Families continue to demand answers even as investigators trace technical data, flight recorders and debris patterns. The article explores how crash-investigation protocols intersect with grief, accountability and aviation-safety narratives in India.
Entertainment
Anushka Shetty’s Malayalam Debut Stirs Buzz Over Her ‘Unfiltered’ Look
Anushka Shetty’s upcoming Malayalam debut has created intense curiosity as reports suggest she may appear without any visual filters or digital body-slimming. The actress, known for larger-than-life roles, faced criticism in the past for excessive retouching. Malayalam cinema’s tradition of realism now sets the stage for her authentic transformation, and fans are eager to see if this film reveals a new, natural side of the celebrated South Indian star.