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A masked thief was captured on CCTV praying for forgiveness before robbing a Ludhiana temple early Saturday. The intruder spent 40 minutes on the premises, squeezing through a skylight, before breaking open the donation box. The theft was discovered hours later by the temple priest.

In a heartwarming act of generosity, singer Jankee Parekh made a significant impact by donating 90 packets of her stored breast milk to a neonatal intensive care unit. Reflecting on her emotional journey, she emphasized the dedication and unconditional love encapsulated in each precious bag.

Ayushmann Khurrana, celebrated for his thought-provoking roles, is now embracing the world of family-centric films. With a sense of having navigated through the realm of societal taboos, he recognizes the shifting dynamics of post-pandemic audiences. This pivot marks his intention to create relatable content that resonates with families, aiming for box office triumph following some recent flops.

B’luru residents are adopting steel plate banks, solar power, and home composting in a bid to create more sustainable living spaces

Amazon founder Jeff Bezos has sharply criticized New York City's public school spending, likening its inefficiencies to a poorly run business. He argued that substantial funds aren't reaching teachers, despite high per-student costs. Bezos also dismissed 'tax-the-rich' policies, advocating for identifying and solving root causes of economic struggles instead.

Saiju Kurup's 'Bharathanatyam 2: Mohiniyattam' takes a dark turn as a family's trip to settle affairs after a death is disrupted by a blackmailer. When the blackmailer is accidentally killed, the family embarks on a desperate, quirky cover-up, leading to a shocking revelation during funeral rites that merges the victim's ashes with their own relative's.

In Nagaland's villages like Kigwema, a profound culture of trust allows libraries and shops to operate on an honor system. Without locks or cashiers, these communities demonstrate how mutual respect and shared responsibility can sustain public goods and foster strong neighborly ties. This unique approach offers a powerful lesson in building social capital.

When Jupiter's influence wanes, life feels directionless, lacking mentors and stable finances. Traditional remedies focus on refining choices and strengthening clarity, not fear. Meaningful practices like consistent devotion, learning, and ethical charity, especially on Thursdays, are key. These upaya cultivate wisdom, not just luck, supporting better judgment and sustainable prosperity.

The various British establishments, from Church to Parliament to Royalty, are peculiarly adept at absorbing dissenting views, with the brief interruption of Cromwell. That makes it rather odd that a former football hooligan from a working-class background now holds Britain’s most powerful microphone, with talking points amplified by Elon Musk, who Robinson says also pays his legal bills, and views in complete coherence with his MAGA cousins across the pond.

A mother's love proved stronger than fear when her 17-year-old son Armaan faced acute liver failure. Renu Khanna donated a portion of her liver in a life-saving transplant at Apollo Hospitals Navi Mumbai. Doctors successfully performed the surgery, and both mother and son are now recovering. This remarkable act highlights the power of maternal sacrifice and medical expertise.

Three individuals were apprehended for the brutal murder of a Jagannath temple guard and the theft of over Rs 3 lakh from a donation box. The accused, identified as Dev Kumar, Vikas Mahli, and Ayush Kumar, confessed to striking the sleeping guard with a stone out of fear of identification. Recovered funds and crime implements were seized following their confessions.

And today, one of the starkest outliers in the early trends is the performance of Vijay’s TVK. But who is Vijay, who, if trends hold, could become the new Thalapathy of Tamil Nadu politics?

Thieves broke into the Dakhinakali temple in Kendrapada, stealing gold and silver ornaments, a silver crown, utensils, and deity apparel worth approximately Rs 15 lakh, along with cash from donation boxes. The incident, discovered Saturday morning, has led to a police investigation, with authorities examining CCTV footage and considering insider involvement. A special team is working to apprehend the culprits.

The serene atmosphere of Jagannathpur temple in Dhurwa was shattered when the body of caretaker Birsa Munda, aged 55, was discovered. Police investigations led to the arrest of three individuals from the neighborhood, confirmed to have had personal ties to the victim.

Japanese households embrace Ōsōji, a centuries-old ritual of deep cleaning before the new year. This purposeful reset, more than just tidying, scientifically reduces stress and anxiety by decluttering physical and mental spaces. The structured, categorical approach makes it a manageable way to sweep out the old and welcome the new.

Gaza witnessed a historic moment as Palestinians engaged in their first local elections in over two decades, marking a tentative step toward reconciling the fragmented political landscape between Gaza and the West Bank. Though hampered by Israeli-imposed restrictions, officials creatively utilised whatever materials they could muster to ensure the elections went ahead.

Thieves targeted the ancient Kali temple in Samastipur, making off with a silver crown, earrings, necklace, and cash from the donation box. The brazen act occurred late Friday night after the evening prayers. CCTV footage revealed a masked individual entering the sanctum sanctorum, while another youth was seen loitering nearby.

A tempo driver was brutally thrashed and doused with petrol at an illegal dhaba in Palghar after refusing to pay a Rs 20 'donation'. His friend was also attacked when he intervened. Police have arrested the dhaba owner and three staff members, booking them for attempted murder under the new penal code, and are searching for others involved.

This week's OTT releases are packed with compelling content across genres. 'The Boys' final season premieres on Amazon Prime Video, while Netflix offers Dan Levy's dark comedy 'Big Mistakes' and the survival thriller 'Tu Yaa Main'. JioHotstar adds the Tamil blockbuster 'Thaai Kizhavi' and the highly anticipated 'Euphoria' Season 3.