Karan Johar made his debut appearance at the Met Gala, becoming the first Indian filmmaker to attend the event. For the occasion, he wore a bespoke ensemble designed by Manish Malhotra, inspired by the works of Raja Ravi Varma. Johar was asked about his bond with Shah Rukh Khan, who attended the Met Gala last year.

The Aravalli mountain range stands out as one of the oldest mountain ranges not only in India but on planet Earth. The modest range may be unremarkable now but has a legacy that is estimated to date back more than a billion years. Here are five fascinating facts that reveal why the Aravallis are unlike any other mountain range in the country.

Dr. E. K. Janaki Ammal's pioneering work in plant genetics significantly boosted India's sugarcane production. By developing hybrid varieties suited to local climates, she enabled higher sugar yields, transforming the sector. Her research laid the groundwork for India's current status as a major sugar producer and a key player in ethanol production, contributing to energy security.