The Shri Gangotri Mandir Samiti in Uttarakhand has decided to ban the entry of all non-Hindus into the holy Gangotri shrine to protect its sanctity. The restriction will also apply to Mukhba, the winter seat of Mother Ganga. According to the temple body, only Hindus will be allowed entry into these sacred spaces, as the presence and actions of people from other faiths have, in some instances, hurt the religious sentiments of devotees.
Rock music to get through a Monday. Some people need a riff to survive leg day. And then there’s Alex Honnold, casually free-soloing one of the tallest buildings on the planet while imaginary guitars scream in his skull.
American professional climber Alex Honnold delivered one of the most breathtaking moments in modern extreme sports when he scaled Taipei 101, one of the tallest skyscrapers in the world, without using any safety equipment. The Alex Honnold climb was broadcast live on Netflix, drawing global attention—not only for the danger involved, but also for questions surrounding how much the climber was paid for such a high-risk feat.
Indian women’s cricket opener Pratika Rawal has sparked excitement among fans after sharing an intense training video that signals her strong push toward an international comeback.
Infosys has initiated a new data collection exercise focused on understanding electricity consumption by employees working from home, as part of its long-running sustainability programme aimed at reducing the company’s overall carbon footprint. The move reflects how hybrid work has reshaped the environmental impact of large organisations, shifting a portion of energy use from office campuses to individual homes.
The Indian automotive industry has come a long way since the 1990s — an era when car design faced fewer constraints due to evolving safety norms. That freedom gave rise to some truly memorable cars that were simple, mechanical, and focused purely on driving pleasure.
NASA astronaut Sunita Williams has retired after 27 years, closing a career defined by endurance, leadership, and record-breaking achievements. Her final mission, planned for just 10 days, stretched into nine-and-a-half months aboard the International Space Station, sealing her place among NASA’s most accomplished astronauts.
Deepinder Goyal has announced his decision to step down as the Chief Executive Officer of Eternal Ltd, transitioning into the role of Vice Chairman and Director, subject to shareholder approval. The leadership change will take effect on 1 February 2026.