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Auckland dad built backyard roller coaster during lockdown; now selling it for NZ$4,500

In the midst of the COVID-19 lockdown, inspired by a flurry of YouTube tutorials, Bjorn Burton took on an exciting challenge—he built a roller coaster in his backyard. With his father’s help, he engineered this thrilling ride after rigorous safety trials with concrete bags. Now that the neighborhood kids have outgrown it, Bjorn is ready to sell the coaster, already envisioning a future project for when he welcomes grandchildren.

Saudi-Backed Yemeni Forces Recapture Houthi-Held Areas Around Bab el-Mandeb

The officials said forces allied with the internationally recognized government have retaken the crucial town of Dhubab just north of the strait.

57th GST Council Meeting Rescheduled For 2nd Time, To Be Held On Thursday

The GST Council, chaired by Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman and comprising state ministers, will, in its meeting on Thursday, discuss changes in registration, returns, and refunds mechanism.

Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Says Ladli Behna Scheme "Heavy Financial Burden"

The remark came during a light-hearted exchange with Binnu Rani, a Bundeli content creator from Chhatarpur, who asked the Chief Minister what his government planned to do for the Binnus, or daughters, after doing so much for their Jijjis, or sisters.

Harish Rawat Took Out Individual Campaign. Then Came Congress' Warning

Harish Rawat met Congress general secretary (organisation) K C Venugopal in Delhi a day before launching the yatra.

"Ultimate Heroism": flyadeal Executives Praise Captain Smit Machchhar

Captain Smit Machchhar saved the lives of over 170 passengers and crew members and is currently recovering in the hospital.

Indian Mastermind Behind Online 'Warlords' Raping, Torturing Minors In France

The case first came into light in 2020, as part of an initiative by the US National Centre for Missing and Exploited Children to combat child sexual abuse. The organisation discovered online images of a 12-year-old girl with her chest exposed.

On Camera, Car Rams Kerala Home's Wall, Flips Onto Its Lawn

The accident happened near Ainkombu on the Pala-Thodupuzha road in Kottayam at around 5 pm.

Scribes covering protests should carry ID, maintain distance: Delhi Police advisory

Delhi Cop, Accused Of Sexually Harassing Woman, Gets Promotion

The complaints of three women journalists who said they were sexually harassed by police personnel during the October 3 demonstration have been transferred to the Crime Branch.

Trump says Ukraine strikes on Russia refinery, not Iran war, driving gas prices

Assam: Dibrugarh's river trade returns after 70 years, first cargo heads to Bangladesh

"Baseless": Delhi Police On Allegations Of Assault On Female Protesters

New Delhi DCP Sachin Sharma said the allegations were "baseless and misleading" and did not reflect the actual sequence of events.

Iran Prez nominates new defence minister, 7 months after Nasirzadeh’s assassination

14-0! India U17 women crush Iraq for biggest-ever win in Asian Cup qualifiers

In a stunning display of skill, India's U17 women's team triumphed over Iraq with a jaw-dropping 14-0 victory in their qualifiers. Anushka Kumari shone brightly as the star of the match, scoring five goals and clinching the Player of the Match accolade. Abhista Basnett was instrumental as well, netting two goals and highlighting the team's cohesive efforts. After a brief pause due to weather, the team quickly regained their momentum.

India's Coal Stocks Deplete By 66% In 2026, Steepest Drop In 4 Years

Despite the growth of renewable energy over the years, coal remains by far the country's biggest source of power generation.

In 2009, Google’s Eric Schmidt bought a ship; by 2022, it mapped 1.3m sq km of seafloor

In 2009, Eric and Wendy Schmidt took a significant step in marine conservation by acquiring a fisheries protection vessel, rebranding it as Falkor. This vessel became a hub for oceanographic research and exploration, hosting over 1,000 scientists and charting more than 1.3 million square kilometers of the ocean by 2022.

Keralam to install Rs 10 sanitary napkin vending machines at public places

"Right To Vote At Great Peril": Ex-Supreme Court Judge Rohinton Nariman On Mass Voter Deletions

Former Supreme Court judge Justice Rohinton Fali Nariman expressed serious concerns over the Election Commission's functioning amid disenfranchisement of voters during the SIR exercise.

PPF at 7.1%, SCSS at 8.2%, NSC at 7.7%: Check Oct-Dec post office scheme rates

Latest small savings schemes interest rates: The Ministry of Finance decides the interest rates for all small savings schemes every quarter. For the October to December 2026 quarter, the interest rates on all small savings schemes have been kept unchanged. The decision extends the period of unchanged small savings rates to nearly two years.