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Netanyahu invites Modi, flydubai pilot Smit Machchhar to light torch at Israel ceremony.
Updated : Oct 4, 2026

Flydubai hero: Israel PM invites Captain Smit Machchhar to light prestigious Independence Day flame

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu wished the pilot a speedy recovery and invited him to visit Israel. He said Machchhar and Prime Minister Narendra Modi could participate in the traditional torch-lighting ceremony held during Israel’s Independence Day celebrations.

Indian stock indices have been oscillating between flat and negative for the past two years after rallying 54 per cent within a year-and-a-half in the previous bull-market phase of March 2023–September 2024.
Updated : Oct 4, 2026

Quote of the Day by Warren Buffett: 'Price is what you pay. Value is what you get'

Known as the "Oracle of Omaha," Warren Buffett is one of the most successful investors of all time. Buffett chairs Berkshire Hathaway.  

Jobs played a key role in revolutionising personal computing, smartphones, digital music, and animation.
Updated : Oct 2, 2026

Quote of the Day by Steve Jobs: 'Our goal is to make the best devices in the world, not to be the biggest'

Steve Jobs (1955-2011) was an American entrepreneur, inventor, and business magnate best known as the co-founder of Apple. Jobs played a key role in revolutionising personal computing, smartphones, digital music, and animation.

Kashi Vishwanath, Somnath temples hold special prayers for injured pilot Smit Machchhar
Updated : Oct 1, 2026

Indian pilot Smit Machchhar airlifted to Abu Dhabi for advanced medical care

The Indian Embassy in Riyadh had earlier been in contact with Saudi authorities and the pilot's family regarding his medical condition

Updated : Oct 1, 2026

NASA-SpaceX Crew-13 is in orbit: 4 astronauts, 6 months and a rare Dragon milestone

NASA-SpaceX Crew-13 is now in orbit with four astronauts heading to the ISS for a six-month mission, including Jessica Watkins’ rare second Dragon flight and a major crew handover.

Top 10 Major Economies by Economic Growth in 2026
Updated : Sep 30, 2026

Top 10 fastest-growing major economies in 2026: India leads with 6.2% ahead of China, US

Indonesia is projected to expand by 4.9% in 2026, matching its projected growth rate for 2025. This puts the Southeast Asian economy behind India but significantly ahead of most advanced economies

Updated : Sep 29, 2026

Quote of the Day by Elon Musk: 'I think there should be regulations on social media to the degree that it negatively affects the public good'

Elon Musk is a prominent billionaire entrepreneur, engineer, and tech mogul best known for founding and leading groundbreaking companies in space exploration, electric vehicles, and artificial intelligence.

Culture is emerging as one of the strongest drivers of global tourism growth
Updated : Sep 27, 2026

UNESCO heritage sites rise to 991 as cultural tourism surges 9.6% growth across global destinations

UNESCO’s Intangible Cultural Heritage register, which recognises living traditions such as festivals, performing arts, craftsmanship and food culture, grew from 549 recognised elements in 2019 to 849 in 2026 across 157 countries

Technology is rapidly changing the way people discover, book and experience destinations, with digital era
Updated : Sep 26, 2026

Global tourism enters a digital era: WEF highlights role of online payments, technology, AI

Online booking platforms are also helping tourism businesses, particularly smaller operators, reach customers beyond their traditional markets

Updated : Sep 26, 2026

Supersonic flight is back! NASA's strange-looking X-59 has one huge problem to solve

NASA's X-59 is testing quieter supersonic flight by tackling sonic booms, while its unusual cockpit, camera system and pilot-led testing raise fresh questions about the future of aircraft.

Travel & Tourism Index 2026: India Ranks 31st Among 110 Economies, Japan No. 1
Updated : Sep 26, 2026

India jumps 9 spots to rank 31st in WEF travel & tourism index 2026; Japan tops list

The country also benefits from a cost-competitive travel environment, rich natural attractions and a large collection of cultural heritage sites

Global ranking based on the OECD's PISA 2025 assessment
Updated : Sep 25, 2026

Top 10 countries for science education: China leads global ranking, Singapore follows

The assessment measures not only students' knowledge of scientific concepts but also their ability to explain scientific phenomena, evaluate investigations and evidence, and use scientific information for decision-making

Parrot rides Cybertruck featuring pictures of its own face
Updated : Sep 24, 2026

Kenny the parrot’s Cybertruck covered in his own face sparks hilarious internet reactions

Kenny was seen wearing a pair of sunglasses during the ride, adding to the extravagant and playful appearance. The vehicle also appeared to be driving itself, making the scene look even more unusual

PM Modi and his Canadian counterpart Mark Carney
Updated : Sep 23, 2026

'Looking forward to hosting him': Mark Carney confirms PM Modi's Canada visit in December, CEPA likely to be signed

US President Donald Trump will host the G20 Summit on December 14–15 at the Trump National Doral Miami resort in Doral, Florida.

dog walker
Updated : Sep 23, 2026

Law career to dog walking: How a 30-yr-old UK woman built a ₹50,000-a-day business

For Liz East, leaving law has allowed her to spend more time outdoors, work flexible hours and build a business around her love for dogs.

China’s AI Boom Turns Human Faces Into a New Source of Income
Updated : Sep 20, 2026

China’s new AI economy: People are licensing their faces and earning up to ₹15 lakh

Platforms such as ActID and New Claw allow users to register their faces after identity verification. Producers can then browse digital catalogues and search for faces based on age, gender and appearance, with categories including “girl-next-door”, “rugged” and “supermodel”.

Steve Jobs, co-founder of Apple
Updated : Sep 19, 2026

Quote of the Day by Steve Jobs: 'For you to sleep well at night, the aesthetic, the quality, has to be carried all the way through'

Steve Jobs (1955-2011) was an American entrepreneur, inventor, and business magnate best known as the co-founder of Apple. Jobs played a key role in revolutionising personal computing, smartphones, digital music, and animation.

David Beckham and Victoria Beckham
Updated : Sep 19, 2026

David-Victoria Beckham sell Miami penthouse for $25 million, make nearly $5 million profit

The Beckhams bought the residence in 2020, acquiring the full-floor penthouse in the Zaha Hadid-designed One Thousand Museum tower in downtown Miami. The residence occupies the 59th floor of the 62-storey property and spans approximately 9,200 square feet.

Countries with the highest take-home pay
Updated : Sep 19, 2026

Countries with the highest take-home pay: Switzerland tops global ranking, Check full list here

The analysis compares average gross monthly salaries with estimated deductions and calculates the amount workers are left with after taxes and employee contributions.

Updated : Sep 18, 2026

Quote of the Day by Warren Buffett: 'In the business world, the rearview mirror is always clearer than the windshield'

Known as the "Oracle of Omaha," Warren Buffett is one of the most successful investors of all time. Buffett chairs Berkshire Hathaway.  

Updated : Sep 18, 2026

Moon took a massive hit: Why nobody noticed this giant crater at first

NASA’s LRO has discovered a massive new crater on the Moon from a May 2024 impact that went unnoticed, raising questions about debris risks for future lunar bases.