In 1994, two friends set out to circle the Earth without engines or sails; 13 years later, one returned after nearly 46,000 miles, a crocodile attack and a dozen crossings

'Black chapter in Indian democracy': KC Venugopal on Milan Pradhan's arrest ahead of Nandigram bypoll

Congress leader KC Venugopal condemned the BJP's alleged authoritarian politics in Bengal. He stated their candidate's nomination would not be withdrawn despite his arrest. Protests will intensify nationwide against what they call undemocratic actions. The party vowed to contest the Nandigram by-election vigorously. They aim to defeat the BJP in the 2029 general elections.

BSF vehicle overturns on Jammu-Srinagar highway; 5 personnel injured

Five Border Security Force personnel sustained injuries when their vehicle overturned on Saturday. The accident occurred near Chamba-Seri along the Jammu-Srinagar national highway. The BSF vehicle was part of a Jammu-bound convoy at the time of the incident. Injured personnel were promptly evacuated to a local hospital for medical attention. The driver, from Kupwara, is reported to be in serious condition.

Quote of the day by Morgan Freeman: ‘One of the things you can always depend on - this is one of the truths of the universe, and you heard it first from here…’

Morgan Freeman's narrative illustrates how deliberate choices can mold actions and produce impactful results. He nurtured a passion for acting from a young age, although his professional journey took time to commence. Freeman gained fame via television before clinching major roles in Hollywood. His extensive body of work has garnered him numerous accolades and respect in the industry.

Rahul Gandhi’s Indore student event triggers BJP-Congress war of words over ‘Jhooth Ki Goonj’ posters

Posters with 'Jhooth Ki Goonj' appeared in Indore before Rahul Gandhi's event. The Congress party accused the BJP of creating obstacles for the program. The BJP countered that students launched the campaign to express their feelings. Organizers now share crowd control responsibility with police for the event. The Congress secured a new venue after initial permission was denied.

Death toll mounts to 31 in suicide blast at mosque in Pakistan police compound

Japan’s Blue Impulse draws a heart in the sky as Asian Games open in Nagoya

Inside the 24 hours that laid bare Tata’s brutal power struggle

A dramatic Tata Sons board meeting has exposed a deep split between chairman N Chandrasekaran and Tata Trusts chairman Noel Tata over leadership and a potential listing. While the board backed Chandrasekaran for another five years and steps towards regulatory compliance, the Trusts called the reappointment “illegal” and are considering a legal challenge.

'Outright robbery': CJP’s Abhijeet Dipke slams government over UPI MDR charge row

In 2013, a Danish man set out to visit every country without flying; nearly 10 years later, the Maldives was his final stop

Torbjorn Pedersen journeyed to 203 countries over nine years without flying. He faced malaria, gunmen, and a pandemic, which tested his resolve. Pedersen traveled by train, bus, boat, and on foot, crossing vast oceans. Kindness from strangers sustained him throughout his extraordinary and unprecedented global adventure. His experience highlights the challenges of modern travel and the value of slow journeys.

Asian Games 2026 Badminton Schedule: Check India men’s and women’s matches, timings, opponents and full squads

The men's and women's badminton teams of India kick off their Asian Games journey by taking on Kazakhstan and Bangladesh, respectively. Each team must navigate a straight knockout format in order to advance. A win in their initial match could set them up for thrilling quarterfinals against the home team, Japan. The badminton events will be held from September 20 to September 29, culminating in individual contests starting September 24.

7 easy cardio workouts to maintain healthy heart for people aged above 40

Cardio after 40 does not have to mean long runs or expensive gym memberships. From stair climbing and dancing at home to shadow boxing and swimming, these seven workouts are practical, low-impact, and backed by research. All you need is 20 to 30 minutes and the habit to show up.