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Elon Musk triggers RyanAir to launch ‘Big Idiot’ seat sale

The latest internet feud between Tesla CEO Elon Musk and European airline company RyanAir has taken a hilarious turn, with the popular low-cost airline a “Big Idiot” seat sale, lowering prices to…
Former flight attendant posed as pilot, received hundreds of free flights

Honolulu: A former flight attendant for a Canadian airline posed as a commercial pilot and as a current flight attendant to obtain hundreds of free flights from US airlines, authorities said. Dallas…
Riches in rags: Indore leprosy-afflicted beggar owns houses, vehicles

Indore: Officials in Indore in Madhya Pradesh were left stunned when an anti-beggary drive led them to a leprosy-afflicted man who has reportedly amassed property worth several lakh rupees, including three houses,…

Indigo Pilot surprises daughter with Gen Alpha announcement in flight

An IndiGo pilot has won over the internet as he made a special Gen Alpha announcement while his daughter was onboard the flight from Mumbai to Nagpur. The pilot, Gurdish Singh, posted…
‘LED mosquito’: Hyderabad’s drone show leaves audience sorely disappointed

Hyderabad: The Hyderabad Drone Show, organised at Gachibowli Stadium on Friday, January 16, left audiences quite disappointed, with many dubbing the event a “waste of time and money.” Many took to Instagram…
Instagram reel inspires 18-year-old to launch business, earns Rs 6K daily

An 18-year-old who got inspired by an Instagram reel has launched a business in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, earning him a revenue of Rs 6,000 every day. Honey Khan began his business with…
Andhra man wins Rs 1.53 crore in cockfight bet during Sankranti

Amaravati: In what is believed to be a record of sorts, a man reportedly won a staggering Rs 1.53 crore in a cockfight held during Sankranti in Andhra Pradesh’s West Godavari district…

UP: Man carries snake with him to hospital after being ‘bitten’

Mathura (UP): An e-rickshaw driver walked into the district hospital here with a 1.5-foot-long snake in his pocket, which had allegedly bitten him, an official said on Tuesday, January 13. A purported…
Goa: Female Rapido driver helps tourist reach hotel, wins hearts online

In a heartfelt moment of female camaraderie, a Rapido driver helped a woman tourist who was stranded on the streets of Goa, after Google Maps had misled her (like it always does).…
‘Wait a Minute’ meme star Brett Ambler goes viral again

Brett Ambler, best known for the “Wait A Minute…. Who are you?” meme has gone viral once, only that this time for the exact opposite reason. Seemingly as an adult, only a…
Watch: European influencer makes locals dance on Marfa at Charminar

Marfa, Hyderabad’s most loved beat, continues to grow beyond weddings and local celebrations, finding new fans across the globe. Known for its loud beats and infectious energy, Marfa has increasingly become a…
Egyptian tennis player makes 20 double faults, organisers clarify

Nairobi: An Egyptian tennis player gained attention after her strangely embarrassing performance at the International Tennis Federation’s (ITF) W35 event held in Nairobi, Kenya, where she made 20 double faults (two mistakes…
Hyderabad the ‘Biryani Capital’ with 1.7 crore orders on Swiggy in 2025

Hyderabad: Hyderabad has once again emerged as India’s undisputed “Biryani Capital,” recording a whopping 1.75 crore orders on Swiggy in 2025. And if you were wondering which biryani is the city’s favourite,…
Finding love at 60: Senior matchmaking charms Pune

Pune: Match-making events often bring strangers together in unexpected ways. This recent video of Shenaz Treasury was exactly that. Shenaz, a social media influencer, attended a senior match-making event in Pune and…
Why is this Saree being sold for Rs 40 lakhs? Story behind the price

In India, a saree is more than an outfit. It carries tradition, emotion, and centuries of craftsmanship. Among the many silk sarees created over time, one extraordinary creation stands apart for its…