Captain Smit Machchhar, the Indian pilot praised for helping save a flydubai flight after a violent cockpit attack, had never originally planned to enter aviation. A textile engineer who discovered flying at 19, Machchhar went on to become a Boeing pilot, train on the 737 Max and mentor aspiring aviators, describing the profession as a career in which constant learning and composure are essential.
In the late 1960s, World War II veteran Frank Van Zant began creating the Thunder Mountain Monument in Imlay, Nevada, using scrap materials from the desert landscape. Designed to honor Native American history and spirituality, the monument faced challenges after his death in 1989, including vandalism. Nonetheless, restoration by his family has secured its place as a historic site, ensuring it remains a cultural touchstone for visitors today.
Travelling on a budget does not mean saying no to every nice meal, activity or comfortable stay. In fact, some of the easiest ways to save money can also make a trip more convenient, healthy and stress-free.
The Tamil Nadu bypoll campaign is heating up ahead of the October 6 elections in Madurantakam and Dharapuram, with Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay, DMK president M K Stalin and AIADMK chief Edappadi K Palaniswami set to campaign. The contests have drawn attention after former AIADMK MLAs Maragatham Kumaravel and P Sathyabama quit their seats and joined Vijay’s TVK, turning the two constituencies into a closely watched political contest.
Crypto markets rose on Friday as total market capitalisation reached $3.042 trillion, with Bitcoin reclaiming $85,000 amid easing Treasury yields and a short squeeze. Bitcoin gained about 2%, while Ethereum held above $2,700. Investors now await US jobs data for clues on Treasury yields, the dollar and crypto’s next move.
With the Fed entering a tightening cycle, India faces a tougher monetary policy trade-off as the rupee remains under pressure and inflation shows signs of broadening. Ankita Pathak of Ionic Asset says RBI’s policy flexibility could narrow, while elevated US yields and a stronger dollar may weigh on Indian equities and capital flows.
In a significant move for India's market, Sebi has greenlit IPOs for Carlsberg's local entity, TMC Transformers, Ujin Pharma, and Matangi Rubber. TMC Transformers aims to raise Rs 550 crores via new equity to establish a manufacturing plant. Ujin Pharma's offering includes fresh shares and a sale from its promoters, while Carlsberg joins other global firms in this venture. Matangi Rubber has also successfully navigated the IPO approval process.
Pakistan's government has implemented measures to hinder supporters of Imran Khan from reaching Islamabad ahead of a planned march. Consequently, this has led to an accumulation of shipping containers in Karachi, affecting truck transport. As truckers fear confiscation of their vehicles, many have ceased operations heading towards Punjab. This situation has resulted in rising costs and significant delays for transporters, impacting their livelihood.
Priyanka Giri expressed her mixed feelings after her security guard unexpectedly brought her home-cooked meals during a time when she and her roommate needed assistance in the kitchen. Although she was grateful for the gesture, she felt that personal boundaries were overlooked due to a lack of communication beforehand. The situation escalated with an alleged yelling incident during the food delivery, prompting online discussions about the appropriateness of the act.
