Offbeat
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What’s that?: Pakistan International Airlines trolled for Paris Ad
Pakistan International Airlines (PIA), Pakistan’s national airlines has become a center of jokes after it launched an advertisement about resumption of flights from Islamabad to Paris, France. On January 10, the PIA…
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Man uses AI to apply for jobs, gets spammed by interviews
In an era where companies use AI tools to screen job applications and resumes, one man turned the tables by creating an AI tool to apply for jobs, securing over 50 interview…
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‘Don’t take advantage of desperate job seekers’ MBA graduate on Zomato’s job offer
Another instance of a popular quick commerce app being criticized for its job policies has come to light with a post on LinkedIn where an MBA graduate shares his frustrating experience at…
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Saudi Arabia launches football experience for visually impaired fans
In a significant development, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s (KSA) Ministry of Sport has taken a step towards inclusive sports experiences by launching innovative initiatives during the Spanish Super Cup in Jeddha…
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Project Anda: YouTuber to stand for Delhi Assembly elections
Former journalist Meghnad S announced his candidature for the upcoming Delhi Assembly elections, as a political experiment. Now a YouTuber and standup comic, he aims to educate Indian citizens about democracy and…
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This chairman wants employees to work 90 hours a week
Months ago, Infosys founder Narayan Murthy had come under scrutiny for proposing an 80 hour work week in India. Now, another tycoon wants to increase the working hours of his employees. Larsen…
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Dubai Duty Free draw: Dutch expat, Indian national win Rs 8 cr each
A Dubai-based Dutch expat and an Indian national each won a staggering one million USD (Rs 8.58 crore) in the Dubai Duty Free (DDF) Millennium Millionaire draw held on Wednesday, January 8.…
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Hyderabad’s Cherlapally Railway Station introduces sleeping pods
Hyderabad: Sleeping pods have been introduced at Hyderabad’s new Cherlapally railway station providing passengers with a modern, comfortable space. However, other new facilities at railway station include an executive lounge, separate waiting…
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Papa, I need you: Boy’s tender plea to drunk father in Hyderabad
Hyderabad: A heartwarming incident from Uppal Nallacheruvu has come to light where traffic police caught a drunk man driving with his minor son. What took place next will surely move your heart. When…
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Man’s gigantic boarding pass leaves the internet in splits
The boarding process in the airport is usually tiring and intimidating, with the rush to leave home early to the long checking-in procedures. Still, some people know how to find joy even…
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Lapata ladies: UP Bride, mother dissappear with cash, jewellery
Gorakhpur: A bride in the Khajni area of Gorakhpur in Uttar Pradesh decamped mid-wedding with jewellery and cash, leaving her 40-year-old groom high and dry. The drama unfolded at the Shiv Temple…
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Zimbabwean boy wanders off from village, survives in National park for 5 days
An 8-year-old boy in Zimbabwe went missing from his village on December 27 as he wandered off into a national park and survived for 5 days before being traced. The boy was…
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Watch: Helmetless cop stopped for violations in Andhra
Two videos of police checking in the southern states of India have surfaced online, which have conversations in the online media space, with one video from Vijayawada of Andhra Pradesh, where a…
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‘Chotoo Baba’ has not bathed for 32 yrs, attends Kumbh Mela 2025
Chotoo Baba as the name suggests, a 3 feet 8 inch tall monk, Gangapuri Maharaj, who has not bathed for 32 years is attending the Kumbh Mela in Uttar Pradesh’s Prayagraj. From…
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UAE: Indian nurse becomes overnight crorepati by winning Rs 70 cr in Big Ticket
A Bahrain-based Indian nurse became an overnight crorepati by winning Dirham 30 million (Rs 70,05,91,200) in the latest Abu Dhabi’s Big Ticket raffle draw. The winner, Manu Mohanan, bagged the grand prize…
