Myanmar quake: India sends more humanitarian aid in C-17 aircraft

In Thakurpukur, Kolkata, a drunk driver crashed his SUV into a crowded market, killing a 63-year-old vegetable seller and injuring eight others. The driver, Siddhant Das, was thrashed by residents before police arrived and arrested him. Witnesses reported that Das was drunk, lost control of his vehicle, and plowed through pedestrians and parked two-wheelers before being apprehended by authorities. Full Article

Asian stock markets plummeted on Monday due to global financial turmoil sparked by US President Donald Trump's tariffs and China's retaliatory measures, with Tokyo's Nikkei 225 falling 7.1% and Taiwan's benchmark index dropping nearly 10%. The market meltdown followed Wall Street's worst performance since the Covid-19 pandemic, erasing trillions in market value and prompting fears of a prolonged economic disruption. Despite the chaos, Trump remained unapologetic and insisted on negotiating deals, while analysts estimated over...

Former US President Donald Trump defended his implementation of tariffs, emphasizing their role in addressing trade deficits with countries like China and the European Union. He described tariffs as a "beautiful thing" that would benefit the US economy in the long run. However, these actions have sparked global trade tensions and economic debates, with concerns raised about potential consequences such as higher consumer prices and strained international relations. Full Article

NBA legend Shaquille O’Neal claimed he would make modern big men Chet Holmgren and Victor Wembanyama quit if they faced him in his prime, criticizing their reliance on perimeter shooting. O'Neal argued that their lack of physical dominance would be their downfall, highlighting the evolution of the NBA towards floor-spacing and versatility. The discussion underscores the contrast between Shaq’s era of physical dominance and the current trend of big men focusing on shooting and versatility....

PM Modi shared an aerial video of the Ram Setu, coinciding with the 'surya tilak' ceremony of Lord Ram at the Ram temple in Ayodhya on Ram Navami. He extended warm greetings to the nation, urging for new energy and resolve toward a strong India. Emphasizing the unity brought by Prabhu Shri Ram, he wished for renewed consciousness and enthusiasm in people's lives. Full Article

A 30-year-old woman and her lover have been sentenced to life imprisonment for murdering her husband in Akbarpur village. The conviction was largely based on the testimony of the couple's seven-year-old daughter, who witnessed the crime. The daughter's brave statement, along with call detail records and postmortem evidence, played a crucial role in securing the conviction. Full Article