Akshita Kapoor

[ad_1] Spain's Carlos Alcaraz (right) and second placed Jannik Sinner of Italy pose with trophies after the final match of the French Tennis Open at the Roland-Garros stadium in Paris, Sunday, June 8, 2025 (Image via AP /Thibault Camus) In A Complete Unknown, folk singer Pete Seeger tells an audience: “A few months back, my friend Woody Guthrie and I met a young man who dropped in out of nowhere and played us a song. In that moment, it felt like we got a glimpse of the future.”That young man was Bob Dylan, who didn’t just change folk music but transcended the traditional barriers of space, time, and language with his craft—to the point that he became the first songwriter to win the Nobel Prize for Literature. On June 8 in Paris, two young men, both born after Y2K, also […]

[ad_1] Thinking of investing in silver but wondering if now’s the right time? Silver is stealing the spotlight in 2025, hitting an all time high of Rs 1,06,138 per kilogram on the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX) last week, emerging as one of the top-performing commodities.The upward trajectory of this precious metal was helped by a potent combination of safe-haven buying, global supply constraints, and strong industrial demand, particularly from the fast-expanding clean energy and electronics sectors.The latest surge follows months of heightened geopolitical tensions, especially the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict, and an accelerating global shift towards green technologies, both of which have strengthened silver’s appeal as both a strategic asset and a critical industrial input.Industry experts also suggested that this rally is far from over, as the white metal is expected to reach as high as Rs 1,23,000/kg in the upcoming […]

[ad_1] A New York state ruling against Native American team names faces opposition in Massapequ (Imagn Images) A New York state ruling against Native American team names has sparked strong opposition in Massapequa, Long Island. Residents are vigorously defending their high school's "Chiefs" mascot through a public campaign, backed by figures like Donald Trump and Linda McMahon, challenging the ban's legality and financial impact.State crackdown on Chiefs name sparks political war featuring Trump and school momsA recent New York state regulation banning Native American team names has provoke considerable pushback in Massapequa, Long Island. The community is persistently fighting to keep their high school's beloved "Chiefs" mascot, viewing it as fundamental to their local identity.In defiance of the 2023 state decree, Massapequa has launched an extensive drive to protect its symbol. This involves hosting local gatherings, marketing "Save the Chiefs" […]

[ad_1] Star Indian cricketer Shreyas Iyer has led Sobo Mumbai Falcons to the semi-finals of the Mumbai Falcons League 2025, securing four wins out of five league-stage matches. The 30-year-old captain has successfully balanced a mix of youth and experience in his team, making them strong contenders for the title.The tournament's semi-finals and finals are scheduled at the Wankhede Stadium on Tuesday and Thursday respectively. The first semi-final will see Eagle Thane Strikers face Mumbai South Central Maratha Royals, while Sobo Mumbai Falcons will compete against Bandra Blasters in the second semi-final.Iyer shared his thoughts on leadership responsibilities, stating, "It brings in a lot of maturity and responsibility. You are always expected to perform and contribute in the best way possible for the team because whenever there is a hurdle or some kind of adversity you face as a team, […]

[ad_1] Elon Musk's Starlink may now be required to share user data under its new satcom permit from the Indian government. This includes details of satellite kits seized in India, especially in the North-East region—information the company had previously declined to share.This comes after Indian security agencies raised concerns over the suspected misuse of Starlink devices along border areas. India’s security agencies have pointed out the misuse of Starlink devices in Indian territory, especially in the border areas, the Economic Times said, quoting officials.Authorities flagged instances where Starlink kits were found operating without authorisation. However, Starlink had not been cooperating in providing details of the seized devices, instead asking Indian security agencies to route requests through US law enforcement or international protocols.The new licensing condition now compels Starlink to comply with Indian regulations and cooperate with local security agencies on […]

[ad_1] BENGALURU: A 33-year-old woman was found murdered in a hotel room in South Bengaluru on Saturday. Police have arrested a 25-year-old man, who is believed to have been in a relationship with the victim, in connection with the incident. The victim, identified as Harini R, was a resident of Hemmigepura in Banashankari 6th Stage. Police say she was stabbed 13 times in a hotel room located in the Poornapragna Housing Society Layout on Friday night. The accused, Yashas, a BCA graduate and resident of Kengeri who works for a private firm, allegedly confessed to the crime after contacting a police personnel on Saturday.PollShould individuals in unhappy relationships seek counseling before making drastic decisions?According to officials, after the incident, he returned home, inflicted a stab wound on himself, and informed a police constable attached to Kengeri police station. Officers reached […]

[ad_1] Nvidia Corp shares have surged $1 trillion in two months, with investors betting on further gains as concerns fade and optimism grows, according to Bloomberg. Nvidia's recent earnings report addressed key worries, including U.S. restrictions on advanced semiconductor sales to China, AI spending outlooks, and Nvidia’s ability to scale up its Blackwell chip supply. With this the stock left behind the huge dent that China's DeepSeek made in US stock market in January this year. DeepSeek set off a $969 billion bomb of value by the US technology stocks in the S&P 500. Nvidia was battered most in the carnage. Nvidia alone lost $596 billion in value, which is more than more than 485 S&P 500 stocks are individually worth.Nvidia's nearly $600 billion drop in value in one day is reportedly more than 200% larger than the No. 2 […]

[ad_1] NEW DELHI: The family of Sonam Raghuvanshi — accused of orchestrating her husband’s murder during their honeymoon in Meghalaya — met her after police arrested her at a dhaba on the Varanasi-Ghazipur highway in eastern Uttar Pradesh.Reacting to the arrest, Sonam’s brother Govind said, “When she called me, I got emotional and informed the police. Until I meet her, I cannot say anything. I have been awake for the last 72 hours.”This follows Sonam’s arrest around 3 a.m. on Monday after she called her family to reveal her location at a roadside eatery. Her family alerted Indore Police, who coordinated with Uttar Pradesh authorities. Ghazipur police took her for a medical examination before sending her to a One-Stop Centre.“She will be handed over to Meghalaya Police, who are leading the investigation. UP Police have not interrogated her yet,” said […]

[ad_1] Screenshot from viral video A video of an Indian student handcuffed and pinned to the floor at an airport in the United States before he was deported, has triggered massive outrage.The clip was shared by X user Kunal Jain, an Indian-American social entrepreneur who writes books in Hindi, and recently relocated to India. According to Singh, the incident occurred at Newark Airport.He tagged the Indian Embassy, as well as external affairs minister S Jaishankar, seeking help for the boy."I witnessed a young Indian student being deported from Newark Airport last night— handcuffed, crying, treated like a criminal. He came chasing dreams, not causing harm. As an NRI, I felt helpless and heartbroken. This is a human tragedy," he posted on his social media handle."This poor kid's parent won’t know what’s happening to him. @IndianEmbassyUS @DrSJaishankar he was to be […]

[ad_1] Multiple Waymo taxis burn near the Metropolitan Detention Center of downtown Los Angeles, following last night's immigration raid protest. (Pic credit: AP) Amid unrest in California's largest city, China on Monday advised its citizens in Los Angeles to stay vigilant and prioritise their security amid ongoing law enforcement actions targeting immigration-related protests. Chinese consulate in Los Angeles, in a statement, told its citizens, "to closely monitor official announcements and media reports, stay highly vigilant, strengthen safety precautions, avoid gathering sites, crowded areas, or locations with poor public security."It also asked the Chinese citizens to avoid "going out at night or travelling alone." This advisory from China comes as US President Donald Trump ordered the deployment of 2,000 National Guard troops to Los Angeles to control immigration protests. At least 44 people were arrested during demonstrations. Over the weekend, law […]