Samiksha Mishra

The viral rise of the “Cockroach Janata Party” highlights how memes and irony are reshaping political expression in India. While satire reflects real frustrations like unemployment and governance gaps, critics argue that turning cynicism into identity risks weakening democratic engagement and reducing complex issues into viral spectacle rather than meaningful participation.

Ladakh has officially granted ‘industry’ status to its hospitality sector from June 1, 2026. The move is expected to reduce operational costs for hotels and guesthouses, encourage sustainable tourism, improve traveller facilities, and potentially lower accommodation prices, making Ladakh an even more attractive destination for Indian tourists.

The second solar eclipse of 2026 will occur on August 12 and will be an annular eclipse, popularly called the ‘Ring of Fire’. While the celestial event will be visible in parts of Europe, Canada, Greenland, and Russia, it will not be visible in India, making Sutak timings inapplicable for Indian observers.

Global stock markets have repeatedly seen bizarre wrong-stock rallies driven by investor confusion, viral trends, and speculative frenzy. From Parle Industries and Signal Advance to Zoom Technologies and Meta Materials, unrelated companies witnessed massive gains simply due to similar names or popular narratives before reality eventually corrected market enthusiasm.

Kajol once again proved that elegance never goes out of style as she shared stunning new pictures in a luxurious wine-coloured gown. The actor’s...

Gold and silver prices fell in India on May 21 amid weaker global bullion trends and cautious investor sentiment. Rising US Treasury yields, geopolitical developments, and higher import duties also impacted prices. In Mumbai, 24K gold traded at ₹1,58,360 per 10 grams, while silver prices declined on the MCX.