Total solar eclipse is here: 5 strange things you may notice during those few minutes of darkness that have nothing to do with the Sun

Today’s eclipse promises a rare spectacle beyond mere visuals. Expect a distinct drop in temperatures, with wildlife behaving as if it’s morning. Instead of traditional round spots, watch for intricate crescent shapes of light. Look closely, and you might catch elusive shadow bands gliding over surfaces, while a temporary shift in local winds can create…

Heavy rain crosses 2,000mm, Vile Parle fire kills two, BRICS city conclave underway: Mumbai top trends today

Mumbai’s monsoon season has reached a critical point with rainfall surpassing 2000mm, leading to serious waterlogging challenges across the city. In a horrific turn of events, a fire in Vile Parle West resulted in the loss of two lives, including that of a child. This tragedy underscores urgent fire safety concerns within high-rise residential buildings.

‘When doubts arise, you must make a decision’: Nivin Pauly urges young women to break free from restrictions

Nivin Pauly revealed that his acting journey was inspired by ‘The Alchemist,’ encouraging students to conquer self-doubt and seize new opportunities. He emphasized the role of educators, stating that mentorship should extend to all learners, not just the top achievers. Pauly also advocated for young women to defy societal limitations on their ambitions. His latest…

BJP fact-checks Prakash Raj’s Bengaluru voter deletion claim, says he had shifted from registered address

BJP Karnataka clarified that Prakash Raj’s name remains on the electoral roll, but he has changed his registered address from Bengaluru. Support from the actor verified this move, confirming relocation to officials in the Shanthinagar constituency. Civic authorities stated that Raj can easily update his voter information through Form Six. The party highlighted the necessity…

Why US is questioning Pakistan’s Rs 3 trillion defence spending

The US State Department has flagged Pakistan’s limited oversight of military and intelligence spending. Concerns were also raised regarding government debt disclosure and budget proposal publication delays. Pakistan’s defence allocation has significantly increased for the upcoming financial year. The report urges greater transparency in military and intelligence budgets. This assessment highlights ongoing fiscal transparency challenges…

Tata Sons’ IPO can take a page from a Hong Kong titan

RBI’s requirement for upper-layer shadow lenders leaves Tata Sons facing an inevitable public listing. To resolve long-standing friction with minority owner Shapoorji Pallonji Group over illiquid shares, Tata Sons could emulate Scottish group Jardine Matheson by simplifying its corporate structure, buying out SP Group’s stake, and using differential voting rights during an IPO to preserve…