The median one-way fare into Kolkata for October 16, when Durga Puja begins, is Rs 14,117. The same routes cost Rs 8,259 for a departure next week. Kolkata is the only one of eight big metros where mid-October fares are running above mid-November fares. The increase applies only to flights coming into the city. Seats
Rajasthan’s spiritual landscape features unique traditions beyond its royal history. Devotees worship rats at Karni Mata Temple and a motorcycle at Om Banna shrine. Tanot Mata Temple’s faith intertwines with wartime stories and military protection. Mehandipur Balaji offers spiritual healing and protection from negative energies. Sanwariya Seth and Ramdevra showcase deities as business partners and
Michael Phelps’s evolution from an enthusiastic youth to a celebrated Olympian is extraordinary. His triumphs are rooted in countless hours of swimming and the guidance of committed coaches. A standout moment was during the Beijing Olympics when his goggles filled with water mid-race yet he managed to secure gold and set a world record. This
The Pakistan Cricket Board will wait for the NCCIA’s forensic report before deciding whether to take disciplinary action against Mohammad Rizwan and Imam-ul-Haq. The Lahore High Court dismissed Rizwan’s petition challenging NCCIA notices. The agency is examining mobile phones taken from both players and is expected to submit its findings to the PCB next week.
Two men were arrested for allegedly chasing and ramming a woman biker in Gurgaon. The accused were returning from a club when the incident occurred on Sunday. Police have described the event as a murder bid and formed a special investigation team. Investigators are recreating the alleged chase and examining footage from the incident. The
Effective September 18, the USCIS will enforce new public charge regulations for Green Card applicants. These updated guidelines impose stricter financial evaluations and recognize a broader range of public benefits. This modification impacts family and employment-based Green Card submissions lodged from that date forward. Any applications submitted before September 18, 2026, will adhere to the
A man allegedly attacked his wife with floor cleaner acid and a machete. The 26-year-old nurse is in critical condition and receiving hospital treatment. The incident occurred near J P Nagar as the woman left her clinic for breakfast. Nearby traffic police officers intervened and took the alleged attacker into custody. Investigations are ongoing into
For the eye-catching price of eighty-five million dollars, Atlantic City’s Steel Pier, with its storied past, is now on the market. The landmark amusement park provides vast ocean development rights that could lead to exciting future ventures. Purchased by the Catanoso family for just four point two five million fourteen years ago, this beloved destination
In 2026, Buffalo’s Tifft Nature Preserve proudly commemorates its 50th anniversary, evolving from a former landfill into a 264-acre ecological haven. The tireless restoration work has resulted in stunning wetlands, lush woodlands, and diverse wildlife ecosystems. Home to 260+ bird species, the preserve encourages exploration through its accessible trails while supporting ongoing research initiatives.
A rat eradication project on St Agnes and Gugh in the Isles of Scilly began in 2013 after invasive brown rats were found to be threatening nesting seabirds. The islands have remained rat-free since the operation, while Manx shearwater breeding numbers have increased from 22 pairs before eradication to 225 apparently occupied breeding sites recorded
