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'Manjha' menace: String of deaths, but no arrest

LUCKNOW, Feb. 6 -- A series of accidents triggered by nylon kite string were reported from Lucknow, Jaunpur, Varanasi, Shahjahanpur, and Gorakhpur in the past one year, claiming at least six lives and... Read More


After man's death, Lucknow police launch crackdown on hazardous kite string

LUCKNOW, Feb. 6 -- Chief minister Yogi Adityanath's strong displeasure over banned nylon kite string leading to the death of a 33-year-old man spurred the Lucknow police on Thursday to launch a three-... Read More


From love of kites to tragic death, pall of gloom in Lucknow's Dubagga

LUCKNOW, Feb. 6 -- It was a cruel irony of fate that Mohammed Shoaib, who died due to nylon manjha (nylon kite string) on Wednesday, loved flying kites. He enjoyed the sight of colourful kites in the... Read More


Cardiologist shares '1 common habit' parents should avoid to protect their children's heart health

India, Feb. 6 -- Children's heart health is often overlooked in daily routines, yet small habits can have a lasting impact. Early prevention is key to ensuring strong growth and a healthy heart. Dr Vi... Read More


Man waiting for auto on roadside killed, friend hurt as speeding car hits them in Mohali

Mohali, Feb. 6 -- A 28-year-old man was killed while his friend was critically injured after a speeding Innova car hit them near TDI City, Airport Road, on Wednesday, police said. The driver fled the ... Read More


RCB's second WPL triumph 'dedicated' to captain Smriti Mandhana: 'She has gone through a lot in the last two months'

India, Feb. 6 -- The last few months have been a roller coaster ride for Smriti Mandhana. The Indian women's vice-captain tasted glory in November 2025 after the side won the 50-over World Cup for the... Read More


Party of one: A new anthology explores the many shapes of solitude

India, Feb. 6 -- Growing up the only child of a single parent in Udaipur, Priyanka Sarkar remembers playing games she made up herself. As a young adult, she says, a "quiet ache" of isolation hovered a... Read More


Writing from the Solitary: Read an exclusive excerpt from an anthology on loneliness

India, Feb. 6 -- Today, it's her knees. Shalwar rolled up until the wadded hem forms a vice grip just above her knees. I ought to tell her to take the shalwar off if she wants a proper examination, bu... Read More


Taylor Swift says she came up with the idea of Opalite music video during The Graham Norton Show

India, Feb. 6 -- Taylor Swift has dropped the official music video of her single, Opalite. Fans can stream the song on Apple Music and on Spotify Premium. The fun and quirky video sees Taylor play a w... Read More


Who is Cecilia Steen? Epstein emails seen in Jmail archive amid Andrew Farkas mention; 'always carry you in my heart'

India, Feb. 6 -- Cecilia Steen has grabbed public attention after many of her conversations with Jeffrey Epstein were shared as part of the latest disclosures. The Justice Department released the fina... Read More