Read more about the article IndiGo Co-Founder Rakesh Gangwal Becomes Southwest Airlines Chairman
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IndiGo Co-Founder Rakesh Gangwal Becomes Southwest Airlines Chairman

Rakesh Gangwal, billionaire and co-founder of IndiGo, has been named the new Chairman of Southwest Airlines. Gangwal, who joined the airline's board in July, also bought $108 million worth of Southwest shares. His appointment comes after Southwest settled its issues with Elliott Investment Management, one of its biggest shareholders. Gangwal plans to work with the airline’s management team to improve its financial performance.

By Avi G
November 5, 2024
Read more about the article 20 Year Old Drunk Driver in Bengaluru Hit Woman with Mercedes, Arrested While Fleeing
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20 Year Old Drunk Driver in Bengaluru Hit Woman with Mercedes, Arrested While Fleeing

A 20-year-old man named Dhanush, driving a Mercedes Benz while drunk, hit and killed 30-year-old Sandhya in Kengeri, Bengaluru. Dhanush lost control of the car and tried to run away, but bystanders caught him. He was arrested and charged with culpable homicide. The accident happened after Dhanush had been drinking with a friend and lost control while driving.

By Vishal Kumar
November 5, 2024
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NASA: 190-Foot Asteroid Passed Toward Earth Today

NASA has issued a warning about asteroid 2024 UT7, which is 190 feet wide and will pass dangerously close to Earth today. Traveling at speeds of nearly 30,000 km/h, the asteroid will come within 1 million kilometers of Earth. Although it's not considered a "potentially hazardous asteroid," its close distance and high speed make it a priority for observation. NASA tracks such objects through its NEO Observations Program to monitor any potential risks.

By Avi G
November 5, 2024
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S Jaishankar Slams Pro-Khalistan Attack on Hindu Temple in Canada

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar expressed concern over a pro-Khalistan attack on a Hindu temple in Brampton, Ontario, calling it "deeply concerning." The incident involved clashes between protesters and temple-goers, leading to multiple arrests. Both Indian and Canadian leaders condemned the violence, with India urging Canada to protect places of worship and prosecute the perpetrators.

By Vishal Kumar
November 5, 2024
Read more about the article Afcons Infrastructure Shares Surge After 8% Discounted Listing
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Afcons Infrastructure Shares Surge After 8% Discounted Listing

Afcons Infrastructure's shares started off at an 8% discount but later climbed to an intra-day high of ₹477.50. The company has a big order book worth ₹45,000 crore, and it's expecting to see revenue growth pick up after a quiet fiscal year. They recently landed contracts, including the Bhopal Metro's Blue Line, and are aiming for a 15% growth rate over the next three years.

By Vishal Kumar
November 4, 2024
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Can Science Bring Back the Dinosaurs?

Bringing back extinct species comes with big challenges. Groups like Revive & Restore work on using advanced science to rescue these species. Although they’ve had some wins, like bringing back the Xerces butterfly, recreating ancient species is still mostly a theory.

By Avi G
November 4, 2024

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