Cyclone Fengal began its landfall near Puducherry on Friday evening, causing widespread rainfall and disruptions across Tamil Nadu. According to meteorological reports, the landfall process is expected to take 3-4 hours to fully cross the Tamil Nadu coast. In response to the cyclone’s impact, Chennai Airport has announced a complete shutdown of operations until 4…
Heavy rains lashed Chennai on Friday morning, leading to waterlogging in 134 locations across the city. The Greater Chennai Corporation (GCC) has mobilized 1,686 motor pumps to drain stagnant water, but worsening weather conditions due to Cyclone Fengal have compounded the challenges. Chennai Airport Suspends Operations Amid the relentless rains, Chennai Airport authorities have announced…
A deep depression over the southwest Bay of Bengal intensified into Cyclone Fengal on Friday afternoon, as per the India Meteorological Department (IMD). The cyclone is expected to make landfall between Karaikal and Mahabalipuram (Mamallapuram) on Saturday afternoon, bringing heavy rainfall and strong winds to the region. IMD Cyclone Warning and Alerts The IMD predicts…
Kolkata, known as the City of Joy, is saying goodbye to one of its cultural icons—the yellow taxi. Starting this year, around 4,500 of these iconic vehicles will be phased out, followed by 2,500 more next year, signaling the end of an era for this heritage symbol. For decades, these yellow taxis have been more…
In an unexpected yet intriguing choice, Dictionary.com has named “demure” as its Word of the Year for 2024. The announcement, covered by CNN’s Karina Tsui, has sparked widespread discussion about the word’s evolving significance and cultural relevance. Traditionally, demure is associated with a sense of modesty or shyness. It evokes images of quiet, reserved behavior…
The Akkineni family has announced the engagement of Akhil Akkineni, the younger son of veteran actor Nagarjuna Akkineni, to Zainab Ravdjee, the daughter of Zulfi Ravdjee. The intimate ceremony was attended by close family members, marking a heartfelt beginning to this beautiful union. Expressing his happiness, Nagarjuna Akkineni shared his delight:“As a father, it brings…
In a shocking case of drunk driving, a young driver in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, caused a high-speed crash on the Ambli-Bopal road, damaging multiple vehicles and injuring two people. The incident occurred on Monday when the intoxicated driver lost control of his luxury Audi, slamming into four to five other vehicles. Incident Sparks Public Outrage The…
AR Rahman Announces Separation After 29 Years Rahman and Saira Banu: A Love Story EndsAfter nearly three decades of marriage, renowned music composer AR Rahman announced his separation from his wife, Saira Banu. The couple, admired for their devotion and shared values, raised three children together and were often seen as a model partnership in…
Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Governor Shaktikanta Das was admitted to Apollo Hospital in Chennai on Monday night due to acidity. According to the hospital’s medical bulletin, Das received treatment and has since been discharged. An RBI spokesperson confirmed that Das, aged 67, is now in good health and recovering well. Das, an Indian Administrative…
A devastating accident in Bareilly, Uttar Pradesh, has claimed the lives of three young men—Kaushal, Vivek, and Amit—after their car tragically fell off an unfinished bridge. The incident occurred during dense fog conditions, compounded by a lack of warning signs, which rendered the hazard invisible to the drivers. The victims were reportedly relying on Google…
