Kaziah Liz Mejo, a 19-year-old from Kerala, has won the Miss Universe India 2026 crown in Jaipur. Overcoming illness and self-doubt, she triumphed over contestants nationwide. Kaziah called the victory a dream come true and promised to bring more glory to India.
A sharp rise in seasonal flu cases across Delhi, Karnataka, and other states has triggered health alerts. ICMR clarifies that no new virus variant is responsible. Officials urge children, pregnant women, and the elderly to stay cautious, avoid self-medication, and consult doctors immediately if symptoms appear.
Kerala rains wreak havoc: Kannur’s Sreekandapuram faces severe flooding as heavy downpours submerge roads and homes. Authorities suspended power and declared school holidays; traffic stalled. With more torrential rain forecast in 24 hours, officials urge residents to stay indoors and follow safety protocols.
Toyota has issued a major global recall for over 500,000 Sienna minivans due to a serious seat belt defect. Owners are urged to schedule free repairs immediately as the malfunction could fail to properly restrain passengers, significantly increasing injury risk in a crash.
Shopify reports record Black Friday sales of $9.3 billion globally, marking a 24% increase over last year. The e-commerce giant credits innovative AI tools and mobile shopping features for driving explosive growth during the holiday weekend’s kickoff.
Massive voter purges in West Bengal and Tamil Nadu, with millions removed via the ‘SER’ process, drastically impacted recent election outcomes. BJP won 207 seats in Bengal amid a record 93% turnout, while Tamil Nadu saw a regime change, raising serious electoral integrity concerns.
Mohanlal again faces scrutiny over illegal elephant tusks, admitting to possessing six tusks and 13 elephant ivory idols weighing 46 kg. DNA tests will verify their origin. The actor claims they are inherited gifts, yet wildlife law violations could lead to serious penalties.
Exit polls for five states signal major political shifts: DMK+Congress leads in Tamil Nadu with 120-140 seats, BJP+ allies likely to win Bengal with 150-175 seats, and BJP set for Assam hat-trick. Final results on May 4 will confirm these seismic predictions.
Passion fruit’s low glycemic index (~30) and high fiber content help control blood sugar without sudden spikes. This tropical fruit is safe for diabetics in moderation, offering vitamins and antioxidants. Experts recommend portion control and pairing with other low-sugar fruits for optimal benefits.
HARISH RAO : తెలంగాణలో రాజకీయాలు చాలా రసవత్తరంగా ఉన్నాయి. ముఖ్యంగా బీఆర్ఎస్, కాంగ్రెస్ నేతల మధ్య మాటల యుద్ధం నిత్యం జరుగుతూనే ఉంది. బీఆర్ఎస్ నేతలు తాము అధికారంలో ఉన్నప్పుడు రైతులకు టైమ్ ప్రకారం.. రైతు బంధు ఇచ్చే వాళ్లం. యూరియా కొరత ఉండేది కాదు. రైతులకు సమస్యలే లేకుండా పరిపాలించామని చెబుతున్నారు. మరోవైపు అధికార కాంగ్రెస్ నేతలు రైతులకు రుణమాఫీ చేశాం, పేదలకు రేషన్ కార్డులు ఇచ్చాం, మహిళలకు ఉచిత బస్సు సౌకర్యం కల్పించామని … Read more