The annual report of the Department of Personnel Training (DoPT) revealed that a crucial defence unit was hit by a ransomware attack in 2023. This attack, along with other cyber crimes, highlighted the growing threat of cyber security breaches in India. The report also mentioned international collaborations with agencies like the FBI and RCMP to…
One of the 43 monkeys that escaped from a research facility in South Carolina has been found unharmed, while the rest are still near the property. The monkeys made a break for it after a door was left unlocked by mistake. Efforts are ongoing to recover all the animals, with the CEO of the facility…
The Highways Department is working on estimating the cost of constructing a new bridge across the Palar River at Sevilimedu on the Kancheepuram-Vandavasi SH 116. The 900-metre-long bridge will be adjacent to the existing one and will cost around ₹100 crore to build, taking 18 months to complete. The new bridge will have two lanes…
Thomas Brodie-Sangster recently talked about being bullied in school due to his role in Love Actually. He shared that his classmates teased him for his acting career, but he didn’t let it bother him. Despite the negative experiences, he still enjoys being recognized for his past roles. Thomas believes that what truly matters is that…
Residents in California are excited about the election of San Francisco Mayor-elect Daniel Lurie, who defeated incumbent Mayor London Breed. Lurie, a first-time candidate and founder of an anti-poverty nonprofit, promised to address issues like crime, drug use, and homelessness. Voters expressed hope that Lurie’s election would bring positive change to the city, with some…
A BJP leader, Prithviraj Naskar, was found dead inside the party office in West Bengal’s South 24 Parganas district. He used to handle the party’s social media account. The police arrested a woman in connection with the murder, citing personal reasons as the possible cause. The BJP accused the TMC of being behind the killing,…
Wild elephants are a common sight near the Mattupetty dam reservoir in Munnar, but concerns have been raised about the trial run of a seaplane service from Kochi to the dam. Environmentalists argue that the project will disturb the wildlife in the area, particularly the wild elephants that rely on the dam for water. The…
The Auburn men’s basketball team got into a scuffle on a plane on their way to a game in Houston, causing the flight to turn back. Reports initially said the fight wasn’t physical, but audio revealed it escalated with players fighting and one getting bloodied. Freshman Jahki Howard and senior Ja’Heim Hudson were identified as…
During the ongoing election campaign in Maharashtra, BJP ally NCP chief Ajit Pawar distanced himself from CM Yogi Adityanath’s ‘Batenge to Katenge’ slogan. Pawar emphasized Maharashtra’s unique history and values, stating that the state cannot be compared to others. He highlighted the importance of inclusivity and unity, echoing the teachings of Shivaji Maharaj. Pawar’s comments…
The exchange-traded fund industry is making pair-trade strategies more accessible to everyday investors by introducing new ETFs that bundle long and short positions into one product. Tidal Financial Group’s Michael Venuto filed for eight two-stock ETFs, which are expected to launch in a few months. This streamlined approach eliminates the need for separate trades and…