Author: Supriya Jena

  • Power Outage in Panama: Explosion Leads to Nationwide Blackout

    Power Outage in Panama: Explosion Leads to Nationwide Blackout

    A large power outage has left Panama in darkness after an explosion and fire at the La Chorrera Thermoelectric Power Plant. Officials believe the incident was caused by a “technical fault” in one of the generators, shutting down electricity all over the country.

    Firefighters are working hard to put out the fire, and officials say that power will slowly come back in the next few hours. Panama’s President, Jose Raul Mulino, reached out to people through social media. He said, “The Director of ETESA tells me that a private power generator caused the problem. We will restore service gradually. Please stay calm.”

    The blackout has also affected drinking water. Many water treatment plants need electricity to work, so there is currently no drinking water available. Authorities have assured everyone that staff are ready on-site to turn the systems back on as soon as power is restored.

    Residents are asked to be patient while teams work to fix the situation and bring back important services across the country.

  • Aamir Khan Introduces New Girlfriend Gauri, Kiran Rao Celebrates His Birthday

    Aamir Khan Introduces New Girlfriend Gauri, Kiran Rao Celebrates His Birthday

    Aamir Khan recently surprised everyone by introducing his new girlfriend, Gauri Spratt, to the public. Meanwhile, his ex-wife, Kiran Rao, shared a heartfelt post to celebrate Aamir’s 60th birthday. In her post, Kiran posted sweet photos of Aamir, herself, and their son, Azad, highlighting their 16 years of marriage. She wrote, “Happy Birthday to the very important person in our lives! Thank you for all the hugs and laughs. We love you!” Fans appreciated her touching message, but some made rude comments about Aamir’s new relationship.

    Aamir and Kiran got married in 2005 but separated in 2021. They still work together to raise their son, Azad. This is Aamir’s second marriage; he was first married to Reena Dutta from 1986 to 2002 and has two older children, Junaid and Ira.

    On Thursday, Aamir introduced his new partner, Gauri, during a media event in Mumbai. He said, “I wanted you all to meet her, and we don’t have to hide anymore. She met Shah Rukh Khan and Salman Khan last night. We’ve known each other for 25 years and reconnected a year and a half ago.” It’s clear that Aamir is happy in this new chapter of his life.

  • Shubhdeep’s Adorable Holi Look Captivates Fans of Sidhu Moose Wala

    Shubhdeep’s Adorable Holi Look Captivates Fans of Sidhu Moose Wala

    The late Punjabi singer Sidhu Moose Wala, who sadly passed away in 2022, is still fondly remembered by his fans. Recently, his uncle, Sahibpartap Singh Sidhu, posted a cute picture of Sidhu’s younger brother, Shubhdeep, enjoying Holi, and it has taken the internet by storm!

    In the lovely Holi photo, Shubhdeep is wearing a white kurta-pyjama with traditional shoes and a blue turban. He’s sitting on a bed, soaking up the sun, with colorful powders all over his face from the festival. Fans couldn’t help but gush over how adorable he looks! Comments poured in, with fans saying things like, “He looks so cute,” “Sidhu paaji is back,” and “Legends never die!” One fan exclaimed, “Ohh God, he’s soooooo cute!” while another wrote, “Looks like a LEGEND.”

    Shubhdeep was also seen in a heartwarming video shared earlier, sitting on a tractor held by his father, Balkaur Sidhu. The baby laughed while family members gathered around, melting the hearts of many of Sidhu Moose Wala’s fans.

    In exciting news, Sidhu Moose Wala’s parents, Balkaur Singh and Charan Kaur, welcomed a baby boy in March 2024, about 22 months after Sidhu was killed in Punjab. Balkaur celebrated the arrival of their new child on Instagram, saying, “Thanks to all who love Shubhdeep, we have a younger brother for Shubh.” His mother had IVF treatment to help conceive. Fans were thrilled to see the baby’s face revealed in November!

    Sidhu Moose Wala was tragically shot on May 29, 2022, in Jawaharke village, Punjab. Reports say that over 30 bullets were fired at him, and soon after, police held Goldy Brar and gangster Lawrence Bishnoi responsible for the incident.

  • Why Tech Spending is Key: Insights on India’s IT Future

    Why Tech Spending is Key: Insights on India’s IT Future

    Technology spending is now more important than ever. Indian IT companies are growing faster than those in other countries because they have lots of talented people and a successful way of operating—this trend is expected to keep going, even if there are some ups and downs along the way.

    At HDFC AMC, they invest in many tech areas like IT services, software, telecom, and internet media. These areas change quickly and have different ways of making money. In their investment strategy, they look at both big, successful companies and newer ones that are shaking things up—choosing a mix of reliable favorites and exciting newcomers.

    A big part of India’s tech success comes from IT services, but that’s changing. Companies in India are now becoming leaders in new areas like Software as a Service (SaaS), artificial intelligence (AI), and fintech. These startups are growing quickly in fields like e-commerce, food delivery, and payment solutions, giving HDFC AMC more options to invest in.

    Even with recent global slowdowns in tech spending, HDFC AMC remains positive about the Indian IT sector for the next 3 to 5 years. Tech spending has become essential and continues to rise as a part of our economies. They expect this growth trend to remain strong. After a fast period during the pandemic, growth is returning to more normal levels, depending on global economic conditions.

    When investing in sector-focused funds like HDFC Technology Fund, it’s essential for retail investors to remember that these funds can be riskier. They focus on specific areas, meaning they could see more ups and downs.

    One exciting new trend is quick commerce, which delivers products fast. While this is still a small market, it shows how much customers want speed. Companies will need to spend to get more customers and build better systems. Some stores in this space are already making profits. As competition lowers and spending settles, quick commerce may become a good business, like food delivery has.

  • Supreme Court to Hear Serious Case on Complaints Against Judges

    Supreme Court to Hear Serious Case on Complaints Against Judges

    New Delhi – The Supreme Court will listen to a special case on March 18 about complaints made against high court judges. The court had earlier put a pause on the Lokpal’s order, which allowed these complaints, because they found it very concerning for the independence of judges.

    A group of three judges, led by Justices B R Gavai, Surya Kant, and Abhay S Oka, will discuss this issue. The case began after an order was made by the Lokpal on January 27. When the Supreme Court reviewed it on February 20, they were troubled by the Lokpal’s actions and decided to stop it temporarily.

    The Supreme Court also asked the government and Lokpal to provide responses, as well as the person who made the complaints against a high court judge. The Solicitor General, Tushar Mehta, explained that high court judges should not be included under the Lokpal rules from 2013.

    In this case, there were two complaints against an additional judge of the high court. The complaints claimed that the judge tried to influence another judge and helped a private company that was formerly his client while he was still a lawyer. The Lokpal decided to send the complaints to the Chief Justice of India for further guidance but made it clear that they haven’t looked into the complaints deeply yet. They also instructed the complainant to keep the judge’s name and the complaint private for now, acting carefully to protect the judge’s reputation.

  • Listen to PM Modi’s Insightful Podcast with Lex Fridman

    Listen to PM Modi’s Insightful Podcast with Lex Fridman

    Get ready! India’s Prime Minister, Narendra Modi, will be on a special podcast with Lex Fridman, an expert from the U.S. Lex is known for having deep conversations with famous people in science, tech, and more. The podcast was first revealed back in January, and now it will finally be released this Sunday.

    Lex shared the news on his social media, calling it “one of the most powerful conversations” he has ever had. PM Modi also shared his excitement, saying he talked about various topics like his childhood, his experiences in the Himalayas, and his journey in public life. He encouraged everyone to listen and join the conversation!

    Who is Lex Fridman?

    Lex Fridman was born in Chkalovsk, in what used to be the Soviet Union, on August 15, 1983, and he grew up in Moscow. After the Soviet Union fell, his family moved to the U.S. He studied at Drexel University, where his dad also taught, and he earned a PhD in electrical and computer engineering.

    Lex’s podcast, which started in 2018, is famous for having interesting talks with many famous people, like Elon Musk, Jeff Bezos, and more. His discussions focus on the connections between robots and humans, and his YouTube channel has 4.5 million subscribers!

    Notably, Elon Musk praised Lex for his study on driver behavior with Tesla’s self-driving cars, boosting Lex’s reputation in the tech world. However, some criticized it for not going through an official review.

    Earlier this year, PM Modi appeared on a different podcast called People by WTF, hosted by Nikhil Kamath, where he talked about his life, leadership, and India’s tech growth.

  • Warren Buffett’s Timeless Advice for Navigating Market Downturns

    Warren Buffett’s Timeless Advice for Navigating Market Downturns

    As the stock market faces many challenges, famous investor Warren Buffett shares important advice for people who invest their money: “Stay calm when everyone around you is panicking.” Buffett often looks at a poem called “If” by Rudyard Kipling to help him stay focused during tough times.

    Right now, the market is very shaky. The Nasdaq Composite has dropped more than 10% from its recent high, and the S&P 500 is close to doing the same. The Dow Jones Industrial Average is also falling because people are worried about the economy slowing down.

    There are concerns about trade problems, changes in government spending, and fears of a recession. The Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta recently changed its growth estimate for the first quarter from a growth of 2.4% to a drop of 2.8%, suggesting a possible recession is on the way.

    Even President Donald Trump said in an interview that things are uncertain, but investors are still being careful. Buffett has always said that you can’t predict how much the market will fall, and he recommends we stay calm and remember Kipling’s advice: If you can keep your cool when others can’t… If you can wait patiently… If you can trust yourself when others doubt you… then you will succeed.

    Market drops of 10% or more happen regularly. Since 1980, the S&P 500 has gone through 21 of these drops, with an average fall of 14%. History shows that if you are patient, you usually win. According to Hartford Funds, bear markets—when stocks fall 20% or more—last about 10 months.

    Buffett believes these downturns can be great chances to invest, reminding us that when there are big opportunities, we should take them, saying, “When it’s raining gold, reach for a bucket, not a thimble.” For those worried about the market now, Buffett’s advice is clear: Stay calm, don’t panic, and be disciplined.

  • Shocking Video of Toddler Fearlessly Playing with Snake Goes Viral

    Shocking Video of Toddler Fearlessly Playing with Snake Goes Viral

    A shocking video of a little boy playing with a snake has gone viral online, leaving many people stunned. The video was shared on Instagram by @vivek_choudhary_snake_saver and shows the toddler treating the snake like a toy, completely unaware of how dangerous it is.

    In the video, the boy plays with the snake, even picking it up by its head and looking at it closely. At one point, he bangs the snake on a chair, showing no fear. When the snake sticks out its tongue, the toddler gets scared and tries to push it away from the sofa.

    What really upset viewers was that the adult filming didn’t stop the child. Instead of helping, they kept recording the dangerous situation. Finally, another adult steps in and takes the snake away before anyone gets hurt.

    On social media, people are angry about the adults’ behavior. One user said, “This is horrifying! Who lets a toddler play with a snake?” Another person couldn’t believe they were just filming it, saying, “What is wrong with people today?” Many commenters were worried about the toddler’s safety, suggesting that the adults failed to protect him. One person stated, “One wrong move, and this could have ended badly.”

    Some users thought the snake might be non-venomous, meaning it wouldn’t hurt the child. However, others pointed out that it’s still risky for a toddler to play with snakes. Many called for better education about nature, saying, “Kids should learn to respect wildlife, not treat it like a toy.”

  • Everything You Need to Know About REET 2025 Answer Key

    Everything You Need to Know About REET 2025 Answer Key

    The Rajasthan Board of Secondary Education (RBSE) will conduct the Rajasthan Eligibility Examination for Teachers (REET 2025) in February. The exams are set to happen on February 27. They will take place in two parts: the first part from 10 AM to 12:30 PM and the second part from 3 PM to 5:30 PM.

    There are two levels for the REET exam:
    – Level 1 is for Primary Teachers.
    – Level 2 is for Secondary Teachers.

    Candidates can choose to take either level or both based on their qualifications.

    The RBSE usually releases the provisional answer key shortly after the exam. For the last REET exam in 2022, the answer key came out in August. Once it’s available, students can check it on the RBSE website at rajeduboard.rajasthan.gov.in and reet2024.co.in.

    If you think there is a mistake in the answer key, you can challenge it! You’ll need to pay ₹300 per question you want to challenge. The board will then look into your objections. If they find your challenge is correct, they will fix the answer key and publish the final version. This final answer key will help decide the results for REET 2025.

    How to Download the REET 2025 Answer Key:
    1. Go to the RBSE website: rajeduboard.rajasthan.gov.in.
    2. Find the REET exam section.
    3. Click on the link for the provisional answer key.
    4. If needed, log in with your details.
    5. Check the answer key. If you want to challenge it, follow the provided instructions.

  • Mumbai Indians Win 2nd WPL Title with Harmanpreet’s Amazing Performance

    Mumbai Indians Win 2nd WPL Title with Harmanpreet’s Amazing Performance

    On Saturday, the Mumbai Indians (MI) celebrated winning their second Women’s Premier League (WPL) title by beating the Delhi Capitals (DC) by just eight runs. This match was held at the Brabourne Stadium and was a repeat of last year’s final.

    Harmanpreet Kaur, the MI captain, played an amazing game, scoring 66 runs off 44 balls, which was the best score in MI’s total of 149 runs for 7 wickets. Over the season, she scored 302 runs, the highest among the top five players, and her performances helped MI shine with great all-round players. One of them, Nat Sciver-Brunt, was the tournament’s top scorer and also took three wickets in the final.

    As Sciver-Brunt defended a tricky 14 runs in the last over, MI players cheered and huddled together. Sadly for DC, this was their third final loss, all against MI. Even though the total runs seemed a bit low, MI had a strong chance to defend their score, and they needed to get DC’s strong opening batsmen out early.

    Nat Sciver-Brunt took the first breakthrough by bowling out Meg Lanning with a clever delivery. In the next over, Shafali Verma was out LBW thanks to a perfect delivery from Shabnim Ismail. With both openers dismissed early, DC was in a tough spot. They needed a good partnership to recover, but Amelia Kerr struck again, getting Jess Jonassen to edge a catch.

    After Jess, Annabel Sutherland was run out, and the pressure was on Jemimah Rodrigues. She tried to fight back with a couple of good shots but was out when aiming to push a simple delivery from Kerr. Soon, Sarah Bryce was also out due to a run-out, and it was left to Marizanne Kapp and Niki Prasad to get DC back in the game. Kapp played well, hitting 17 runs in one over, but after she got out, the chances for DC faded quickly.

    Earlier, Kapp chose to bowl first, which paid off as she and Shikha Pandey bowled tightly, troubling MI’s openers. Kapp got Hayley Matthews out, and the MI batters struggled, crawling to just 20 runs after the first six overs.

    Harmanpreet and Sciver-Brunt worked together to recover for MI, scoring run after run. Sciver-Brunt became the first player to score over 500 runs in a single WPL season. Harmanpreet’s shots were impressive, and she completed her half-century in just 33 balls.

    Though MI lost a few wickets towards the end, Harmanpreet had already done enough to secure the win. It was a great night for Mumbai Indians as they took home the trophy again!