9-yr-old racer Atiqa Mir picks up nine places at WSK Super Cup Italy

Nine-year-old Karting Prodigy Atiqa Mir Shines at WSK Super Cup

Atiqa Mir, a nine-year-old karting sensation from Kashmir, recently made her mark at the esteemed World Series Karting (WSK) Super Cup at the Franciacorta Circuit in Italy. Despite a weekend filled with trials, Atiqa's tenacity and racing spirit were evident, hinting at her potential to become a future luminary in the sport. Sep 11, 2024
New Mpox strain poses a notable risk to children: Experts

Mpox Cases Continue at Low Levels, Vaccination Efforts Intensify

The global outbreak of Clade II mpox, primarily spread through intimate contact, continues with a survival rate of over 99%. The CDC suggests that two doses of the mpox vaccine can prevent the disease, and the antiviral drug TPOXX is being tested for treatment. Sep 9, 2024
Bhindrawale, Congress, and Khalistan: Why Kangana's 'Emergency' faces Sikh ire

Bhindranwale, Congress, and Khalistan: Why Kangana's 'Emergency' faces Sikh ire

The Emergency is still a controversial issue in the Indian polity, and sparks are bound to fly when a controversy-courting actor like Kangana Ranaut seeks to present it onscreen. However, the film's release has been stuck as various Sikh organisations across the country, including the SGPC, take umbrage over the depiction of the community and the Punjab troubles. Sep 6, 2024
India's Beauty Market Set to Outpace Global Giants

India's Beauty Market Set to Outpace Global Giants

India is on track to become a global powerhouse in the beauty and personal care market, surpassing other major markets such as China, the US, Japan, and South Korea. A report by online beauty and fashion marketplace Nykaa predicts a growth rate of 10-11% by 2028, taking the market value to $34 billion, a significant leap from the current $20 billion. Sep 6, 2024