Elon Musk’s mother, Maye, reveals his immense wealth stems not from a desire for riches, but from a mission to “save the planet” and explore other worlds. This ambition, she explains, necessitated the billions. Close associates echo this sentiment, noting Musk’s focus on humanity’s future over personal gain, even leading him to forgo possessions. Elon…
Alicia Hempleman-Adams has become the first British woman to complete a transatlantic journey in a hydrogen gas balloon after a four-day flight from the United States to Europe.The 36-year-old explorer travelled from Maine to Luxembourg alongside fellow balloonists Bert Padelt and Peter Cuneo, landing on Sunday after crossing the Atlantic Ocean in an open basket…
Google is commemorating India’s 80th Independence Day with a refreshed, vibrant Doodle showcasing the country’s rich heritage through 22 distinct regional textile traditions. The artwork, originally designed by New Delhi-based graphic designer and artist Namrata Kumar for the 77th Independence Day in 2023, has returned this year, showcasing intricate digital patchwork of handcrafted fabrics. Illustrated…
In a joint statement on Tuesday, PM Narendra Modi and Nordic leaders expressed concern over the Ukraine war, saying it continued to cause immense human suffering and have global consequences. “They will continue to support efforts towards the achievement of a comprehensive, just and lasting peace through dialogue and diplomacy, based on the principles of…
Clair Birch says her £170,000 annexe was designed around her disabled daughter’s needs, but planning officials have rejected her appeal. (Photo: SWNS) A mother who spent £170,000 building a two-storey annexe for her disabled daughter could now be forced to demolish it after losing a planning appeal. Clair Birch, 59, built the one-bedroom annexe in…
This Akshaya Tritiya, India’s gold and silver markets are heading for bumper purchases, with overall trade likely to cross Rs 20,000 crore even as record-high prices reshape buying patterns. The estimate, shared by the Confederation of All India Traders (CAIT), is higher than last year’s Rs 16,000 crore, signalling growth in value despite a sharp…
Kakoli’s son Baidyanath Ghosh Dastidar set to return Mamata Banerjee’s gifts KOLKATA: Trinamool Congress (TMC) rebel camp MP Kakoli Ghosh Dastidar’s son Baidyanath Ghosh Dastidar announced on X that he would return all gifts received from TMC chief Mamata Banerjee, including a gold necklace gifted to his wife on their wedding two years ago and…
FIFA President Gianni Infantino (AP Photo/Tony Gutierrez, File) Fresh claims have emerged linking FIFA president Gianni Infantino’s efforts to secure political backing ahead of the next FIFA presidential election with another major footballing proposal. This time, the reports centre on Mexico, with suggestions that the country’s long-discussed move away from CONCACAF and into South American…
If the rupee had a fitness tracker, 2026 would probably show it running a marathon uphill. A dollar that once bought less than four rupees around Independence now costs nearly Rs 95.After briefly flirting with the crucial Rs 90-per-dollar mark earlier last year, the rupee is now under pressure near the Rs 94-95 range, weighed…
Khushdil Shah (Image credit: X) NEW DELHI: Pakistan star batter Khushdil Shah, currently playing for Karachi Kings in the Pakistan Super League (PSL), has questioned the team management and the Pakistan Cricket Board over his exclusion from the national side. Khushdil played a brilliant knock of 44 not out off just 14 balls, powering Karachi…