Politics
Civil Society Coalition Unveils Urban Mobility Charter Ahead of Bengal Assembly Polls
A coalition of civil society groups has launched an Urban Mobility Charter for Kolkata and other Bengal cities, demanding transport reforms, cleaner systems, and safer streets ahead of the assembly elections.
World
UAE's Khor Fakkan Port Hit in 'Mystery Strike', Injuries Reported Amid Gulf Tensions
A security incident at UAE's Khor Fakkan Port involved unknown projectiles striking near a container ship, causing injuries. UK Maritime Trade Operations confirmed the report as investigations continue into the source and scale of the attack.
Entertainment
Odisha Police File Case Against Tollywood Producers Over Actor's Death During Shoot
Police in Odisha's Talsari have registered a negligence case against five members of a Tollywood production house following actor Rahul Banerjee's death during a TV serial shoot. The actor's wife alleges safety protocols were ignored.
Business
Kolkata Star Hotels Adopt Hybrid Cooking Amid LPG Supply Constraints
Star hotels in Kolkata are implementing a hybrid cooking strategy, combining electric gadgets with limited LPG for high-flame dishes, as commercial supply gradually recovers but remains below full demand.
Sports
Lifestyle
Technology
University Research Uses Waste to Strengthen Roads
A study at Punjabi University, Patiala, reveals that waste materials like coffee husk ash and volcanic rocks can stabilize clay soil for road construction, offering sustainable and cost-effective solutions.
ISRO MITRA Mission Simulates Spaceflight in Ladakh for Gaganyaan
ISRO's MITRA mission in Leh, Ladakh, studies crew behavior under space-like conditions of thin air, cold, and isolation to aid India's Gaganyaan human spaceflight program.
VMRDA's VISTA App Revolutionizes Tourism in Visakhapatnam
Visakhapatnam Metropolitan Region Development Authority introduces VISTA app, integrating ticketing, venue booking, and tourist information for attractions like Kailasagiri and museums.
India's Gaganyatris Train in Ladakh for Gaganyaan Space Mission
ISRO and IAF launch Mission MITRA in Ladakh to study astronaut behavior in high-altitude conditions, simulating spaceflight stress for the Gaganyaan program.
iOS 26.5 Beta: Maps Ads, RCS Encryption, and EU Features
Apple releases the first public beta of iOS 26.5, introducing ads in Apple Maps, enhanced RCS encryption for cross-platform messaging, and EU-specific interoperability features under the Digital Markets Act.
