Tucked high up in South Sikkim, where clouds roll lazily over forested slopes and prayer flags catch the mountain breeze, this place completely bypasses the frantic energy of Gangtok and the heavily trodden tourist trails of North Sikkim, offering something distinctly quieter. You’ll find an unexpected mix of dense woodlands, snow-draped peaks, age-old monasteries, and…
Remember refusing to wear a sweater on a winter morning because you thought you knew better? Or complaining about the food your mother cooked, only to discover there was no alternative waiting for you? For many Indians, childhood was filled with small moments like these. The lesson rarely came through long lectures. Instead, it arrived…
More than a decade after risking his life to save fellow soldiers during a fierce battle in Afghanistan, US Army officer Nicholas Dockery has received the Medal of Honor, America’s highest military award for bravery. Dockery was honoured at a White House ceremony in June 2026 for his actions during a Taliban ambush in Kapisa…
Airfares could rise by up to 25% as jet fuel costs surge, says McKinsey Geopolitical disruptions and refinery constraints are tightening global jet fuel supplies, increasing costs for airlines and potentially leading to higher airfares, according to a McKinsey report.The report said jet fuel demand is expected to rise ahead of the summer travel season…
A new hypercar startup is challenging one of the most fundamental aspects of performance car design: where the driver sits. Dutch brand Sanrivatti has revealed what it calls the “Apex Position”, a head-forward driving layout that aims to create a closer connection between the driver and the machine.The idea sounds simple: Move the driver forward,…
Parenting advice of the day: Experts say this one decision can become the biggest investment in your child’s future A child’s future is one of the biggest concerns for parents. While parents do understand that discipline, confidence, and good values can shape a child’s future, however, when it comes to helping children adapt these values,…
As chatbots become the first point of contact for customer complaints, one question keeps coming up online: Is anyone actually reading what users are typing?That debate has resurfaced after a Reddit user shared an unusual experience involving a food delivery order and an automated support system. The post was not just about a delivery issue….
Tamara Thomas and Damion Thomas/Image: X A teacher couple has been jailed after their 12-year-old son died from undiagnosed diabetes, despite showing severe symptoms hours before his death.Tamara Thomas, 46, and Damion Thomas, 48, failed to seek urgent medical help for their son Joshua after he became critically ill at their home in Kings Heath,…
Oil prices drop to the lowest since February on Iran supply hopes Crude oil prices extended their decline on Wednesday, falling to fresh four-month lows as signs of improving tanker movement through the Strait of Hormuz and expectations of increased Iranian exports eased concerns over supply disruptions, according to Reuters.Brent crude futures dropped $1.37, or…
The creator economy reached a historic milestone in 2026. According to Forbes’ 2026 Top Creators list, the world’s 50 highest-earning social media stars generated a combined $1.02 billion between March 2025 and March 2026, marking the first time collective earnings crossed the billion-dollar mark. The total represents a 20 per cent increase from the $853…
