Author: Supriya Jena

  • How Drones Are Revolutionizing Weddings in Ballia, Uttar Pradesh

    How Drones Are Revolutionizing Weddings in Ballia, Uttar Pradesh

    Ballia (UP): In a small town in Ballia, Uttar Pradesh, young men are impressing everyone with their drones at weddings. One of them is 20-year-old Sumit Kumar, who has quickly become popular for flying drones. He started out helping photographers but saw a chance to use drones for capturing amazing aerial photos of weddings.

    Sumit’s tricks are making weddings extra special. He not only takes beautiful pictures but also delivers garlands to the couple using his drone. At a recent village wedding, guests were amazed when sumit flew his drone over a lotus-shaped stage to drop garlands for the bride and groom. The crowd erupted in cheers as the groom took the garland from the drone and put it around the bride’s neck. It was such a magical moment that many guests grabbed their phones to record it.

    Sumit has a friend who helps him carry the drone on a motorcycle to different wedding events in Ballia and nearby areas. Drones have become a hot trend in local weddings, and Sumit charges between Rs 8,000 and Rs 40,000 for his services, depending on how long he works at the event.

    Awdhesh Singh, who sells drones, says more people in rural areas are noticing how fun drones can make weddings. They give stunning photos and create excitement, all while costing less than hiring dancers.

    During the quiet times of the year, Sumit and other drone pilots, like Pushkar Kumar, also take jobs for festivals and political events. However, weddings are still their best work, attracting clients from nearby towns and cities like Varanasi.

    Pushkar enjoys working in villages because it’s easier to get permission to fly the drones there, and people are really excited to see them. He dreams of making drone flying his full-time job and hopes that government programs to support rural women with agricultural drones will also help drone photographers like him.

    Experts say these programs are about tapping into the growing love for drones among young people. India’s drone market is predicted to jump from USD 2.71 billion in 2022 to USD 13 billion by 2030.

    Sumit, who learned to fly drones for Rs 15,000 at a school in Delhi, believes drones can do much more than just take photos. He thinks there’s a bright future ahead for drones and plans to start his own drone training school in Varanasi.

  • Viral Party Celebrates Arrest of CEO Murder Suspect Luigi Mangione

    Viral Party Celebrates Arrest of CEO Murder Suspect Luigi Mangione

    A Disney-themed dance party has caused a big stir online. Videos from the event show people cheering as images of Luigi Mangione were displayed on a giant screen. Mangione was recently arrested for allegedly killing Brian Thompson, the CEO of UnitedHealthcare.

    At the Bop to the Top tour in Boston, Massachusetts, people danced to fun Disney songs while a DJ played music. Many attendees cheered when they saw Mangione’s pictures, which made a lot of people online confused. Although Disney is not connected to this event, the crowd seemed excited about Mangione, with some even calling for justice on his behalf.

    Brian Thompson was shot outside a hotel in New York by a masked gunman. He was taken to the hospital but sadly passed away.

    Social media reacted strongly to the party. One user said, “They were cheering when they showed his mugshot. They were probably happy he was caught.” But others felt differently, noting the crowd seemed to support Mangione, with some fans creating pages to help raise money for his bail.

    Since his arrest, Mangione has gained unexpected popularity online. Many memes and posts are calling for his release, and some are even trying to help him bail out. Old videos and pictures of Mangione are now trending, including a video of him jumping off a cliff into water.

  • Israel Faces Ongoing Threats from Syrian Rebels After Assad’s Ouster

    Israel Faces Ongoing Threats from Syrian Rebels After Assad’s Ouster

    Israel’s Concern Over Syria’s Rebels Remains

    Despite the change in leadership in Syria, Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz warns that Israel still faces threats from the country’s rebels. This warning comes after the ousting of President Bashar al-Assad, leading to new military actions by Israel to protect its borders.

    Ahmad al-Sharaa, also known as Abu Mohammed al-Golani, who now leads the rebel group Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS), claims that Israel is using fake reasons to justify its attacks in Syria. Although he says he wants to focus on rebuilding Syria rather than getting into new fights, he acknowledges the ongoing tensions.

    Since the leadership change, Israel has entered a demilitarized area established after the 1973 war, including the Mount Hermon region that overlooks the capital, Damascus. Israel insists that its presence there is temporary, aimed at ensuring security and preventing attacks. They have conducted numerous airstrikes on military targets in Syria to eliminate weapons that could be used against them.

    Some Arab nations, like Saudi Arabia and Jordan, have criticized Israel’s actions in the Golan Heights border area. Sharaa noted that Syria still needs to focus on recovery and stability instead of starting new conflicts, suggesting that diplomatic talks are the best path to peace.

  • Man Stuck in Chimney While Trying to Escape Police in Massachusetts

    Man Stuck in Chimney While Trying to Escape Police in Massachusetts

    Kids everywhere look forward to Santa Claus sliding down chimneys to deliver gifts on Christmas. But in Fall River, Massachusetts, a man took the holiday spirit too far when he tried to hide from police—and got stuck in a chimney!

    The trouble started when police arrived to search a home for drug-related crimes. When people living there saw the police, they panicked and tried to escape. Two men ran up to the roof. One man jumped down onto a parked car and got away. But the other man, Robert Langlais, decided to hide inside the chimney instead.

    At first, Robert thought he had a clever plan, but soon he found out he was trapped! Ironically, he had to call for help from the very police officers he was trying to run from. They came to his rescue.

    Langlais, 33, tried to be like Santa, but ended up getting stuck. The police humorously noted that they had to save him. The local fire department and emergency medical team also showed up to help get him out. After he was freed, Langlais was taken to the hospital to make sure he was okay and was cleared by doctors.

    But things didn’t end there. Langlais faced serious charges, including drug possession and some old warrants. Another person at the house, Tanisha Ibay, 32, was also arrested for drug possession but without the dramatic chimney escape.

  • Indian Stock Market Rebounds: Key Insights You Need to Know

    Indian Stock Market Rebounds: Key Insights You Need to Know

    The Indian stock market bounced back from early losses to close in the positive zone on Friday. Tech stocks went up because people expect the U.S. to cut interest rates soon. Consumer stocks also recovered after a small drop of 1%, as the latest data showed that food prices in both urban and rural areas are still high.

    The main Indian stock index, BSE Sensex, rose by 843.16 points (about 1.04%) to finish at 82,133.12. The Nifty 50 index also went up by 219.60 points (around 0.89%) to close at 24,768.30.

    Vinod Nair, a senior analyst at Geojit Financial Services, said that the market quickly recovered from its low point and moved forward, helped by major companies in the index. The slight drop in food inflation and price increases by fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) companies have helped this sector do well. There is a feeling that consumer spending will rise due to the upcoming festive season and year-end holidays.

    Regarding the U.S. markets, major stock indexes had a mixed day. The S&P 500 remained almost the same, dropping by less than 0.1%. The Dow Jones fell by 0.2%, while the Nasdaq rose by 0.1%.

    In Europe, stocks went down due to uncertainty about interest rates and worries about economic growth. The pan-European STOXX 600 index dropped by 0.53%.

    Rupak De, a senior analyst at LKP Securities, shared that India’s equity market had a dramatic session with the Sensex’s weekly expiry. The Nifty found support at a key level before bouncing back up. He believes the trend remains strong, with the potential for a rise to 25,000 or more soon, while the lower support level is around 24,550.

    Most Active Stocks:
    The stocks that saw the most trading were Bharti Airtel (Rs 441.23 crore), Reliance Industries (Rs 139.13 crore), Zomato (Rs 101.48 crore), and others.

    Most Active in Volume:
    Stocks with the highest trading volume included Vodafone Idea (48.99 crore shares), YES Bank (9.73 crore shares), and IRB Infrastructure Developers (5.67 crore shares).

    Stocks with Strong Buying Interest:
    KPR Mill, Crisil, Westlife Foodworld, and Bharti Airtel were popular among buyers.

    52 Week Highs:
    A total of 227 stocks reached their highest prices in a year, while 35 stocks hit their lowest. Notable stocks hitting their highs include KPR Mill, Crisil, and HCL Tech.

    Stocks Under Selling Pressure:
    Some stocks that faced selling pressure were Phoenix Mills, KSB, and UCO Bank.

    Market Sentiment:
    The overall market feeling was neutral. Out of 4,105 stocks traded, 2,173 went down, 1,818 went up, and 114 remained unchanged

  • India Excels at UCMAS International Math Competition 2024!

    India Excels at UCMAS International Math Competition 2024!

    India has won big at the UCMAS International Competition 2024, finishing as the top country with the most awards! Held in Delhi, this exciting two-day event had over 6,000 students from 30 different countries joining in. Indian students took home more than 1,250 trophies, showing off their amazing math skills.

    The event was a huge success, attracting over 15,000 visitors, including proud parents and supporters. Alexan Wong, CEO of UC International Corporation, talked about how awesome it was to see students from all over the world displaying their creativity, concentration, and memory. These skills are super important for their future!

    UCMAS uses a mix of traditional abacus learning and new teaching methods to help kids excel in math. More than three million kids around the globe have had the chance to learn through the UCMAS program, which focuses on creativity and strong math skills.

    In the competition, students had to solve 200 math problems in just eight minutes! This challenge tested not only their math abilities but also their visual memory and concentration.

    Snehal Karia, CEO of UCMAS India, said it was an honor to host this event, celebrating 25 years of UCMAS in India. She highlighted the talent of the students and the importance of preparing them for the future.

    Former Union minister Meenakshi Lekhi also attended and praised the young participants. She believes that UCMAS is making a big difference by enhancing kids’ math and thinking skills. UCMAS India has been a leader in teaching abacus-based mental math since it started in 1999.

  • India’s Global Role: Minister Jaishankar Highlights Key Changes

    India’s Global Role: Minister Jaishankar Highlights Key Changes

    On Sunday, External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar spoke in Delhi about India’s role in the world. He pointed out that India is becoming a country that others look to for help, even if sometimes it seems shy about doing so. He emphasized that India is often the first to offer assistance when countries around the globe are in need. However, he also said that India still has work to do to correct past mistakes and become a nation with a forward-thinking foreign policy.

    Dr. Jaishankar mentioned that although India has faced challenges over the years, it is moving past that “defensive” attitude. He noted, “The time of hiding is over for us.” He shared thoughts on how India’s past, especially during colonial times, led to problems in our connections with other countries, which need to be improved. He believes that future global connectivity will be closely tied to India.

    According to the minister, there are currently about 17-18 million Indians working abroad. He believes this number will only grow in the coming years, showing the strength and presence of Indians around the world.

  • Bumrah Achieves 12th Five-Wicket Haul, Sets New Records!”

    Bumrah Achieves 12th Five-Wicket Haul, Sets New Records!”

    Jasprit Bumrah had an amazing day on Day 2 of the third Test match between India and Australia at the Gabba. The 31-year-old bowler took 5 wickets for 72 runs in 25 overs, reaching a fantastic 12 five-wicket hauls in Test cricket! This means he has now beaten famous Indian bowlers Zaheer Khan and Ishant Sharma, who each have 11 five-wicket hauls.

    Bumrah’s great performance started with him getting Usman Khawaja out for 21 runs, caught by Rishabh Pant. He quickly claimed Nathan McSweeney’s wicket for just 9 runs. Bumrah then went on to dismiss Australian stars Steve Smith, who scored 101 runs, and Mitchell Marsh, who only made 5 runs. In one spectacular over, he took down both Marsh and Travis Head, who made an impressive 152 runs.

    Here’s how Bumrah stacks up against other Indian bowlers with five-wicket hauls in Tests:
    – Kapil Dev – 23
    – Jasprit Bumrah – 12
    – Zaheer Khan – 11
    – Ishant Sharma – 11
    – Javagal Srinath – 10

    Bumrah Breaks Records in SENA Countries!
    Bumrah also made history by getting his 8th five-wicket haul in SENA countries (South Africa, England, New Zealand, and Australia), passing Kapil Dev’s record of 7.

    Here’s a list of the most five-wicket hauls for Indian bowlers in SENA countries:
    – Jasprit Bumrah – 8
    – Kapil Dev – 7
    – Zaheer Khan – 6

    Bumrah’s amazing performance brought him closer to becoming the Indian bowler with the most Test wickets in Australia. With 49 wickets in just 10 matches, he’s tied with Anil Kumble but only needs 2 more to beat Kapil Dev’s record of 51.

    Most Test wickets for Indian bowlers in Australia:
    – Kapil Dev – 51
    – Jasprit Bumrah – 49
    – Anil Kumble – 49

    On top of that, Bumrah’s five-wicket haul against Australia was his 9th in the World Test Championship (WTC), tying the record for the most in WTC history. Currently, Bumrah has 62 wickets in the WTC 2023-25 season, just one behind Ashwin’s 63 wickets.

  • Maharashtra’s Cabinet Expansion After 2024 Election Victory

    Maharashtra’s Cabinet Expansion After 2024 Election Victory

    On Sunday, Maharashtra’s new government added more leaders to its team in a ceremony held in Nagpur. Some important leaders who took an oath included Chandrashekhar Bawankule, the state chief of the BJP, Radhakrishna Vikhe Patil, Chandrakant Patil, and Hasan Mushrif from the NCP. This cabinet expansion comes right after the BJP and its allies won the 2024 assembly elections, marking a big step for their teamwork in governing the state.

    Earlier that day, Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis honored Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar, the creator of India’s Constitution, by paying tribute in Nagpur. After this tribute, he held a roadshow, which was his first public event since the election results. Joined by his wife, Amruta Fadnavis, and BJP state chief Chandrashekhar Bawankule, the roadshow attracted excited crowds. Amruta Fadnavis shared her joy with ANI, saying, “It feels great to see the people’s love. Our responsibilities have increased, and we must accept them.”

    Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar from the NCP also visited Nagpur before the cabinet meeting, showing everyone how the coalition leaders are working together. This cabinet expansion aims to share power fairly and keep the promises made to the people of Maharashtra. Details about what roles the new ministers will have are expected to be announced soon.

  • Aiyar Reflects: The Gandhis Shaped My Career, Not Just Politics

    Aiyar Reflects: The Gandhis Shaped My Career, Not Just Politics

    Senior Congress leader Mani Shankar Aiyar recently talked about how his political journey has been shaped by the Gandhi family. Aiyar said that his career was both “made and unmade” because of them. He mentioned that for ten years, he did not have a chance to meet Sonia Gandhi one-on-one or have meaningful conversations with Rahul Gandhi. He has only met Priyanka Gandhi a couple of times.

    Aiyar stated, “The irony is that my political career was built by the Gandhis and also destroyed by them.” He added that he is still a member of the Congress party and will never join the BJP, despite being out of the party’s main activities.

    Aiyar, who was once an Indian Foreign Service officer before entering politics, recalled a surprising interaction with Sonia Gandhi. He once greeted her with a Christmas wish, and she responded by saying, “I’m not a Christian.” This left him surprised, as he identifies as a non-believer but respects all religions.

    In his upcoming book, “A Maverick in Politics,” Aiyar discusses the political changes in 2012. He believes that Pranab Mukherjee should have been made Prime Minister instead of being named President. Aiyar pointed out that during that time, both Sonia Gandhi and Dr. Manmohan Singh were unwell, which affected the leadership of the Congress party.

    He mentioned that Pranab Mukherjee had the energy and ideas to lead the government. Aiyar thinks that if Pranab had become Prime Minister while Dr. Manmohan Singh was the President, the Congress party would still have lost the 2014 elections, but not by such a large margin