NANDIGRAM: The leader of the opposition in the Bengal assembly, Suvendu Adhikari, has warned Muslim migrant workers in Nandigram that “they would have to return to BJP-governed states” for work after the assembly polls. Saying over 30,000 people from Nandigram were employed in Gujarat, Maharashtra and Odisha, Adhikari singled out Muslims and said they “could…
Who is Elfilea VTuber? Her streaming journey explored as she speaks out in Sykkuno controversy (Image via Getty) Elfilea, a small but growing VTuber, is now part of a serious online controversy linked to streamer Thomas Sykkuno. The issue started when another streamer, Mal Hemomal, shared a long public document with strong claims about him….
Parents are embracing ‘lazy parenting,’ a strategy that involves stepping back to foster independence in children. This approach encourages kids to tackle small challenges, solve problems, and learn from mistakes, building resilience and responsibility. It’s about mindful guidance, not neglect, allowing children to grow through everyday experiences and reducing parental pressure. The word “lazy” usually…
An open letter signed by hundreds of Hollywood heavyweights was published Monday opposing a deal that would see the historic Warner Bros. studio swallowed by rival Paramount.Actors including Joaquin Phoenix, Ben Stiller, Kristen Stewart, Adam McKay, Alan Cumming, Alyssa Milano, Boots Riley, Bryan Cranston, Cynthia Nixon, Damon Lindelof, David Fincher, Denis Villeneuve, Elliot Page, Glenn…
MALDA: The 77-year-old wife of an 85-year-old voter died of suspected heart attack during a commotion as their family quarrelled with election officials visiting the elderly citizens’ houses to register their vote in a village in Bengal’s North Dinajpur on Monday.After the news of Tafijan Bibi’s death spread, angry locals, along with TMC workers, briefly…
Who is Elfilea VTuber? Her streaming journey explored as she speaks out in Sykkuno controversy (Image via Getty) Elfilea, a small but growing VTuber, is now part of a serious online controversy linked to streamer Thomas Sykkuno. The issue started when another streamer, Mal Hemomal, shared a long public document with strong claims about him….
Contrary to popular belief, simply blowing a fan out a window may not effectively cool a room. Research indicates that directing airflow inward can create a more beneficial “cup effect” for air circulation and evaporative cooling. Who hasn’t been there when it’s a scorching hot summer day, standing in front of a single box fan,…
TOI correspondent from Washington: In a Netflix-era episode of Church vs State, US President Donald Trump, fresh from watching a cage fight in Miami over the weekend, has waded into a brawl with a 2,000-year-old institution that has outlived empires, plagues, and—until now—social media.In a blistering post that read like a theological review on Rotten…
NEW DELHI: Government on Monday hinted that ethanol blending in petrol can be increased to 21% from the current 20%, considering the tolerance level of vehicles.Responding to a question on whether discussions have started to increase the ethanol blending in the light of ongoing conflict in West Asia, heavy industries additional secretary Hanif Qureshi said,…
TRIGGER WARNING: This article includes references to sexual abuse.Pop star Katy Perry has vehemently denied allegations of sexual assault made by actor Ruby Rose. In a statement released hours after the allegations were posted online, Katy rubbished the claims calling them “categorically false.” Katy Perry issues statement on sexual assault allegations In a statement to…