Meghna

A 47-year-old Mehsana native, Meghna Patel, was shot and killed in a Virginia store within 26 seconds by a masked assailant. Having moved to the US a decade ago for a better life, she worked alongside her husband.

A 47-year-old Gujarati woman, Meghna Patel, was fatally shot by a masked assailant inside a Virginia store. The incident, captured on CCTV, shows the attacker firing multiple shots at close range before fleeing. Patel, who had lived in the US for ten years, succumbed to her injuries, leaving her native village in Gujarat in shock.

Bulldozers demolished homes in Garib Nagar, Bandra East, displacing hundreds of families for railway expansion. Residents, including vulnerable individuals, faced harsh conditions with no immediate shelter or aid. Many claimed insufficient notice and lack of alternative settlements, with officials reportedly dismissive of their pleas.

Mumbai gears up for the 17th KASHISH Pride Film Festival, a five-day celebration of queer lives from June 3-7. Showcasing 153 films from 43 countries, the festival aims to foster visibility and inclusive storytelling. Filmmakers and industry leaders will gather to discuss representation and spark conversations around LGBTQ+ experiences, marking Pride Month with a global cinematic showcase.

Forget the Nile, the Ganges-Brahmaputra-Meghna Delta in Bangladesh and India is the world's largest. This vast region, fed by three mighty rivers, boasts rich soil and vital ecosystems. Other massive deltas like the Amazon, Indus, Mekong, and Niger also play crucial roles globally. These natural wonders shape landscapes and support life.

Cambridge IGCSE and A Level exams in India saw science and math subjects excel in the March 2026 session. Overall entries surged 7%, with senior secondary levels showing significant growth. Schools reported improved high-end performance, though some grade distributions varied. English and science subjects demonstrated stronger outcomes across the board.

Actor Vivek Oberoi honored the women who shape future generations this Mother's Day. He lauded his mother for her unwavering strength, his wife Priyanka for nurturing their children, and his sister Meghna for embodying their mother's grace. Oberoi expressed profound gratitude for the women who have influenced his life and are building the next generation with love and resilience.

Students across India are not just dealing with deep anxiety, burnout, exhaustion and fear. They are losing faith in the examination system itself

Indian mothers juggle paid work, household chores, and mental planning. This 'Triad of Work' creates significant challenges. Research shows women spend more time on unpaid domestic tasks. Dual-income households also see mothers bearing over 70% of the mental load. Solutions involve redefining paternal care, corporate flexibility, and mothers prioritizing self-care.

Reviving an icon of elegance, the French comb has reemerged as a must-have accessory, lauded by leading fashion houses and viral influencers alike. This classic tool, steeped in history, delivers a blend of understated charm and modern flair, effortlessly enhancing any hairstyle.

Bollywood diva Kareena Kapoor Khan made her mid-week special by stepping out in the city to meet with her best friends, Amrita Arora, and Karisma Kapoor.

Apartment living comes with its own quirks & challenges.Tina Shashikanth explores how buildings full of strangers can transform into thriving support networks

The likes of Annie Zaidi, Mukta Bam, Rahul Rai, Meghna Roy Chowdhury, Pradeep Vaidya and Shaili Sathyu, among others, will be busy with Naatak Express, a one-of-its-kind theatre event in the city this week

Filmmaker Subhash Ghai shared a heartfelt note on lyricist Gulzar, emphasizing that true poetry stems from the human soul, not technology. Ghai credited Gulzar's influence for shaping creative learning at his school, where poetry classes were introduced to foster deeper spiritual thinking in students. Gulzar, a celebrated poet and lyricist, has a career spanning over six decades.

Of late there has been a constant speculation of the duo planning to get married soon

The CBSE Class 10 results for 2026 have been released, marking the debut of a dual board examination system. The national pass rate has climbed to an impressive 93.7%. This year’s assessments prioritized practical learning applications, with students finding the mathematics section particularly tough.