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MUMBAI: Rapido, which rivals Uber and Ola in India’s ride-hailing market, has raised a fresh $240 million in funding led by Dutch technology investor Prosus at a valuation of $3 billion, higher than its last valuation of $2.3 billion it attained when Swiggy sold its stake in the startup in a secondary transaction in September…
Residents across the UAE and the wider region may witness a remarkable celestial event tonight, as the Ramazan moon is set to appear directly above the Holy Kaaba in Makkah.Astronomers from the Jeddah Astronomical Society, have announced that on February 28, 2026, the moon will be 87 to 89 per cent illuminated, making it bright…
Hawaii’s Kīlauea volcano erupts again Hawaiʻi’s Kīlauea volcano erupted again on Friday, sending lava fountains soaring up to 370 metres (1,200 feet) and burying a US Geological Survey (USGS) camera that briefly captured the activity in volcanic debris.The eruption, which began around 8.45 am on Saturday, produced 12.1 hours of continuous lava fountaining, the USGS…
Saturn, or Shani, is called the planet of karma. Often, Saturn teaches us lessons and tells us to learn from our errors. Growth, evolution, and improvement are always at the core of Saturn’s instruction as we continue to advance along the path of life. Saturn is currently in the zodiac sign of Pisces, and from…
In the world of superheroes, some names never get old, and one such name is ‘Spider-Man.’ And the definition of ‘Spider-Man’ in the current scenario starts and ends with one actor only, Tom Holland. The 29-year-old actor, best known for his movies like ‘Spider-Man’ franchise, ‘Cherry’, ‘Uncharted’, and more, is the face of new-age superheroes…
Democrats and the White House are close to a spending deal that could prevent a partial US government shutdown, as talks continue over limits on President Donald Trump’s immigration enforcement push.The discussions come after two protesters were killed by federal agents in Minneapolis, increasing pressure on both sides to act. Democrats blocked a bill on…
Japan scored five in the first half and six after the change of ends with Hinata Miyazawa and Riko Ueki registering hat-tricks Former world champions Japan handed India their worst defeat at the AFC Women’s Asian Cup with a 11-0 hammering, who still remain in the race for a spot in the knockout stage of…
NEW DELHI: The road transport ministry has told states that no bus should be registered unless full compliance with mandatory safety requirements is established. It asked states to ensure that RTOs register buses only after “compliance with all mandatory safety standards”.The ministry has written to all chief secretaries in the light of recent instances of…
In every gathering of veterans, there exists a sacred space where memory and brotherhood quietly meet. Uniforms may be folded away, medals stored in velvet cases, but the soldier never truly leaves the man. Stories of service of grit, fear, courage, and loss, bind generations together. Most are told with humility. Some, however, begin to…
You might find tomorrow easier if you stopped pushing so hard. The answers you seek could come when you stop asking so hard. Let go of trying to right every wrong immediately. Breathe, step back, give it some space… sometimes those insights, words, or moments find their way through when you aren’t trying to chase…
