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Who is Sakshi Jha? Bihar teacher's 'Man-Hater' audition on India's Got Latent has everyone talking

Sakshi Jha, a Bihar teacher, faced backlash for her controversial audition on India's Got Latent. Her jokes about men and a "man-hater" persona did not impress the judges. Every judge awarded her a rare zero score for her performance. Social media users debated the nature and appropriateness of her comedic material. The audition has become one of the most discussed moments of the current season.
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India's power sector set for strong FY27 growth on rising demand, capacity additions: Report

India's power sector anticipates sustained growth through fiscal year twenty twenty-seven. Surging electricity demand and record peak consumption fuel this positive outlook. Continued capacity additions, especially renewables, will strengthen utility performance. Thermal power remains central, providing dependable base-load electricity generation. Energy security and storage development underpin the sector's long-term expansion.
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Bazpur court staffer held for taking bribe

Bazpur court staffer held for taking bribe
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Centre to recommend Odisha’s Rs 1,140cr skilling project to ADB financial aid

Centre to recommend Odisha’s Rs 1,140cr skilling project to ADB financial aid
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Howrah teen shooter found near ghat 2 days after disappearance, mystery remains

Howrah teen shooter found near ghat 2 days after disappearance, mystery remains
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East Singhbhum admin launches screening drive in Potka block as malaria cases surge

East Singhbhum admin launches screening drive in Potka block as malaria cases surge
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‘Health had to be monitored’: BJP defends Sonam Wangchuk’s hospitalisation, says move followed Delhi HC directions

The BJP on Saturday defended activist Sonam Wangchuk’s hospitalisation after Delhi Police removed him from Jantar Mantar on the 21st day of his hunger strike, saying the move was in line with Delhi High Court directions to monitor his health. The ruling party also accused the Opposition of politicising the issue.
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NMPA celebrates 50 MMT milestone, honours port stakeholders

NMPA celebrates 50 MMT milestone, honours port stakeholders
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Compensation delays to SC/ST victims raised at meet

Compensation delays to SC/ST victims raised at meet
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Kakoli Ghosh recognised as NCPI chief whip as Rijiju invites rebel TMC bloc for all-party meet

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'Let his life be saved': Ex-CJI Balakrishnan weighs in on Sonam Wangchuk being taken to hospital

Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk was hospitalised after his hunger strike deteriorated. Former CJI KG Balakrishnan expressed concern for his life and well-being. Wangchuk was protesting alleged irregularities in the NEET examination and student deaths. His wife stated a planned march to Parliament would proceed as scheduled. The activist's supporters have criticised the government's actions regarding his removal.
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Famous chimpanzees solved puzzles that changed how humans understood intelligence, but their move to Berlin had a tragic ending

Pioneering chimpanzee experiments revealed advanced intelligence and problem-solving skills. These apes demonstrated insight, challenging human uniqueness in reasoning. After their research, the chimpanzees faced harsh conditions in Berlin. Their welfare declined, and their lives were largely overlooked by history. New research highlights their forgotten stories and ethical responsibilities in science.
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'Find this white man ... ': Canadian journalist receives death threat from Indian-origin for Sikh man's kirpan gym dispute video

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Ludwig’s Streamer Games 2026: Event dates, livestream, venue, tickets, and creator lineup

Streamer Games 2026 is set to ignite the screens on August 1 and 2, hosted at the University of Southern California. Viewers can catch all the thrilling competitions live on platforms like YouTube and Twitch. With an impressive lineup of popular creators confirmed to participate, fans can find tickets and additional information on the official Streamer Games website.
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Rahul Gandhi Backs Sonam Wangchuk, Slams Centre Over Jantar Mantar Removal

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has criticised the Modi government after environmentalist and education reform advocate Sonam Wangchuk was removed from Jantar Mantar, where he had been holding a non-violent hunger strike.

In a post on X, Rahul Gandhi accused the government of following the principles of "Asatya and Hinsa" and said the removal of Wangchuk was wrong. He also highlighted issues such as paper leaks, the rising cost of education, and student suicides, calling them critical challenges for India's future.

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