Krishna Janmashtami, celebrating Lord Krishna's birth, falls on August 15 and 16 in 2025. It commemorates Krishna's birth in Mathura over 5,000 years ago, symbolizing hope and righteousness. Celebrations include fasting, decorating idols, and reenactments of Krishna's life, with Dahi Handi being a popular tradition. The Bhagavad Gita's teachings are also remembered during this auspicious time.
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A 6.1-magnitude earthquake rattled western Turkey on Sunday evening, impacting cities like Istanbul and Izmir. According to AFAD, the quake struck Balikesir province's Sindirgi district at a depth of 11 km. While the tremor was felt across multiple provinces, initial reports indicate no casualties or significant damage.
Billy Bowden's unique umpiring entertained cricket fans. His iconic gestures are fondly remembered. A recent video shows an umpire imitating WWE star Triple H while signaling a wide. The act is bringing back memories of Bowden. Bowden officiated many matches. He stood in men's and women's cricket games. His career spanned over two decades. The video has gone viral online.
In a tragic incident in Austin, a gunman opened fire in a Target parking lot, resulting in three fatalities. The suspect, described as a man in his 30s with a mental health history, stole two vehicles before being apprehended by police. The attack unfolded during busy shopping hours, causing widespread panic.
Minta Devi, the center of an Indian political controversy due to her voter ID erroneously listing her as 124 years old, has come forward to clarify that she is actually 35. She attributed the error to a clerical mistake, with her birth year incorrectly recorded as 1900 instead of 1990.
A significant data privacy lapse at IIT-Roorkee has exposed the personal information of over 30,000 students and alumni on a public website for years. The leaked database includes sensitive details like mobile numbers, caste, financial background, and photographs. The institute has launched an internal inquiry into the breach, suspecting the data was siphoned from the academic affairs department.
Pakistani cricket is facing a new controversy as batter Haider Ali was arrested in England on alleged rape charges during the Shaheens' tour. Greater Manchester Police confirmed the arrest and subsequent bail. The PCB has provisionally suspended Ali, pledging full cooperation with the investigation and offering legal support. The incident occurred on July 23, and Ali's passport has been seized.
An Ahmedabad court convicted a 25-year-old woman to two years in jail for concealing the birth and disposing of her newborn child's body. Residents of Skywalk Society discovered the infant's body in April 2023, suspecting it was thrown from the ninth floor. While charged with murder, the prosecution failed to prove intent.
Glenn Maxwell's incredible boundary-line catch secured Australia's thrilling 17-run victory over South Africa in the first T20I in Darwin. Tim David's explosive 83 propelled Australia to 178 after a shaky start, while Kwena Maphaka impressed with 4-20 for South Africa. Josh Hazlewood's crucial wickets and Maxwell's late brilliance sealed the win, marking Australia's ninth consecutive T20I triumph.
Amidst deepening India-Russia oil ties, President Trump has escalated sanctions against New Delhi by imposing an additional 25% tariff, bringing the total to 50%. India's external affairs ministry swiftly condemned the increase as unfair and unreasonable, emphasizing that its oil imports are driven by energy security needs. Trump also hinted at potential secondary sanctions against China for similar actions.