Blind UP sculptor crafts 700+ deity idols using only his sense of touch

India Miss 25m Pistol Team Medal at Asian Games After Rahi Sarnobat's Zero-Point Shot

India's women's 25m pistol team finished fifth at the Asian Games 2026, narrowly missing a podium finish. Rahi Sarnobat recorded zero points on a missed shot during the fourth series, proving decisive to the team's overall score. The error cost India the medal by a slim points margin. Despite the team's disappointment, Esha Singh delivered a strong individual performance to claim a silver medal in the event.

About 15,000 pilgrims stranded along Kedarnath trek route after landslide evacuated

Two Stray Marmots Found in Bay Area Released Back Near Lake Tahoe

Two yellow-bellied marmots were discovered far from their natural mountain habitat in San Francisco and Antioch in September. Wildlife rescuers believe the animals likely hitched unintentional rides inside vehicles from the Sierra Nevada or Lake Tahoe region. After spending 18 days in care, both marmots were successfully released at an elevation of approximately 7,800 feet near Lake Tahoe. The unusual incidents drew attention to the risk of marmots inadvertently climbing into parked vehicles in mountain areas.

Tear Gas Fired as Stone Pelting Erupts Over Ujjain Mosque Demolition Plan

Clashes broke out in Ujjain between a large crowd and police at the site where a portion of Shahi Masjid was scheduled to be demolished. Protesters resorted to stone pelting, prompting authorities to fire tear gas shells to disperse the crowd. The situation escalated significantly, leading to a heavy security response at the location. Rapid Action Force personnel have been deployed at the site to restore order and prevent further violence.