A 23-year-old local journalist named Kirill Bazhanov proposed to his girlfriend live on air during Russian President Vladimir Putin's annual press conference. He also invited Putin to their wedding. He also told Putin that he and his girlfriend currently can't afford to have children due to high housing costs. Putin suggested they move to regions with low mortgage rates.

Sobhita Dhulipala dazzled at a Mumbai event in a shimmering golden lehenga-saree while promoting Charlotte Tilbury's bridal range. The actor paired the embellished ensemble with a statement choker, sleek half-up hairstyle and soft glam makeup. Her look blended modern silhouettes with traditional elegance, making a striking bridal fashion statement.

A dolphin pod was seen near Mumbai's Worli Sea Face recently. The rare sight, captured in a viral video. This unexpected visit is speculated to be due to improved water quality. The video quickly went viral on social media, drawing widespread attention and admiration from users across platforms. Many viewers expressed joy at seeing dolphins so close to Mumbai's shores.

From Pondicherry's Vivikam to Goa's Baath, Christmas cakes in India carry rich histories. Few know the country's first Christmas cake was baked in Kerala's Thalassery over 140 years ago by Mambally Bapu. Blending British recipes with local spices and toddy fermentation, his creation sparked a bakery legacy that still defines Kerala's festive culture today.

InfiniteWatch, a New York–based startup focused on customer interaction intelligence, has raised $4 million led by Base10 Partners with backing from Sequoia and a16z scouts. Founded by former CoverWallet leaders, it helps enterprises monitor, test, and improve AI-driven customer conversations across voice and digital channels.

Mynita S was hospitalized for weeks after a brown recluse spider bite triggered sudden, life-threatening symptoms. She lost mobility, suffered dangerously high heart rate, low oxygen, and low hemoglobin levels, and required intubation. Even after discharge, her skin continued peeling for weeks, highlighting the severe and lasting effects of the venom.

Nick Reiner, son of filmmaker Rob Reiner, is charged with murder after allegedly killing his parents. His meth addiction reportedly caused sleepless nights and unstable behavior, contributing to this tragic incident. The case has sent shockwaves through Hollywood, highlighting the severe impacts of drug abuse.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited the Adwa Victory Monument in Addis Ababa on Wednesday, honouring the Ethiopian heroes of the 1896 battle. This site symbolises Ethiopia's victory against colonial forces. It serves as a global emblem of resistance. PM Modi's visit reinforces India's support for nations' self-determination and upholding anti-imperialist values.

A 34-year-old Bengaluru mechanic died after allegedly being denied timely treatment by multiple hospitals following a heart attack. Referred without basic care, he collapsed and fell from a scooter while heading to Jayadeva Hospital. A CCTV video showing his injured wife pleading for help went viral. He was declared brought dead.

Argentine football legend Lionel Messi visited Vantara, a wildlife conservation centre in Gujarat's Jamnagar, during his India tour, where he took part in traditional rituals and interacted with rescued animals. A video of him playing football with a baby elephant named Maneklal went viral, and a lion cub was named 'Lionel' in his honour. Messi praised Vantara's animal welfare efforts.