Kerala Class 10 student wins science award for remote-controlled farm vehicle

Airfares to Patna surge as Chhath Puja travel rush begins

Ticket prices for flights bound for Patna have climbed sharply ahead of the Chhath Puja festival, when many travelers head home. The increase reflects the usual seasonal spike in demand during the festive period. Passengers booking late are likely to face the steepest fares on these routes. Industry patterns suggest prices may ease once the peak travel window passes.

A mother’s last rites, a neighbour’s promise: Two Kerala stories of bonds beyond religion

Ted Turner's family to auction 19th-century Western paintings for conservation

The family of media mogul Ted Turner plans to sell 20 paintings by well-known 19th-century American artists at auction. The works depict landscapes of the American West and are valued at around $20 million. The sale is scheduled for January 2027. Proceeds will support the Turner Foundation's conservation work aimed at protecting natural habitats.

Samuel L. Jackson and LaTanya Richardson Jackson receive humanitarian award at charity gala

Actors Samuel L. Jackson and LaTanya Richardson Jackson were presented with the Clarence and Jacqueline Avant HollyRod Humanitarian Award at a charity gala. The honour recognised their humanitarian work and their support for families affected by autism and Parkinson's disease. The gala was hosted by Holly Robinson Peete and Rodney Peete. The evening aimed to raise funds and awareness for the difficulties these families encounter.