Depression becoming more common in the US, CDC says in new report

A recent CDC report reveals a concerning rise in depression cases in the US, nearly doubling from 7.3% in 2015-16 to over 13% in 2021-23. Adolescents aged 12-19 are the most affected, with a prevalence of 19.2%. The report emphasizes that depression is a treatable medical condition, not just a passing mood.

Stock market: Sensex plunges over 300 pts, Nifty near 23,321 in early trade

Indian markets experienced a downturn on Thursday, ending a week-long upward trend, with Sensex and Nifty plunging in early trade. This decline occurred despite positive closes on Wednesday. The downturn contrasts with gains in most Asian markets, which were influenced by US-Japan trade talks.

Melinda Gates recalls toxic college romance: He said a lot of things about ...

Melinda Gates revealed a toxic college relationship fueled years of body image issues, impacting her self-perception well into adulthood. She sought therapy and meaningful work to heal, aiming to model a healthier mindset for her daughters. Gates now prioritizes overall well-being over appearance, finding peace in letting go of perfectionism and embracing self-acceptance.

Zoom outage: Service restored after global disruption impacts video calls, website

Zoom experienced a significant global outage on Friday, disrupting video meetings, its website, and mobile apps, leaving numerous users unable to connect. The company acknowledged domain name resolution issues and later confirmed service restoration. While investigating the cause, a hacking group, DarkStorm, claimed responsibility for a DDoS attack, though Zoom has not confirmed this.

Patrick Mahomes and Brittany Mahomes take a full-on family trip

Patrick Mahomes spends offseason with Brittany Mahomes, Sterling, Bronze, and baby Golden Raye, making time for Disney, fishing, and full-time parenting.

Abrupt visa termination: Indian student, 3 others sue Trump admin

Four international students from Michigan universities, including one from India, are suing the Department of Homeland Security. They allege their student visas were abruptly terminated without explanation, jeopardizing their studies and risking deportation. The ACLU of Michigan is representing the students, arguing the terminations were based on minor interactions with law enforcement and are deterring future international scholars.

JD Vance, wife to visit India next week, to meet PM on April 21

US Vice President J D Vance is scheduled to visit India from April 21 to 24, accompanied by his family and senior Trump administration officials. During his first visit to India, Vance will meet Prime Minister Modi on April 21.

As US visa slots dry up, students may miss 2025 target

Thousands of Ahmedabad students planning to study in the US this summer are facing visa appointment delays. Since mid-March, securing visa interview slots has become increasingly difficult, causing stress for students with university admissions and I-20 forms. The recent US embassy crackdown on illegal visa appointment methods and potential changes in immigration policies are adding to the uncertainty.

Trans women not legally ‘women’ under Equality Act, rules UK Supreme Court

The UK Supreme Court has ruled that the term "woman" in the Equality Act 2010 exclusively refers to biological females, impacting single-sex services. This unanimous decision, favoring For Women Scotland, distinguishes between "sex" and "gender reassignment," potentially affecting equal pay and access to services.

Deaf, mute Dalit girl raped, private parts burnt with cigarette

Fled marriage, lived at stations: ‘Dead’ Army soldier returns after 16 years

Plea flags Rs 1.7 crore paid to CM daughter without service

Kerala High Court has issued notices to Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan, his daughter T Veena, and others concerning alleged financial dealings between Cochin Minerals and Rutile Ltd and Veena’s firm. This action follows a PIL seeking a CBI inquiry into the matter.

How one of India’s biggest jobs scandals was executed

The Calcutta High Court and Supreme Court invalidated the 2016 West Bengal School Selection Commission recruitment process due to widespread manipulation. Approximately 25,000 teaching and non-teaching staff appointments were cancelled, revealing a scam involving manipulated mark sheets, rank jumping, and appointments of ineligible candidates. Investigations exposed destroyed records and the creation of supernumerary posts to accommodate fraudulent appointments.

Japan to gift two rakes for bullet train tests ahead of August ’26 start

Japan will gift India two Shinkansen train sets for inspection on the Mumbai-Ahmedabad High-Speed Rail corridor, expected by early 2026. These trains will help Indian engineers familiarize themselves with Shinkansen technology. Phase 1 is set to open on a 48 km stretch in Aug 2026, while Maharashtra faces delays due to tunnelling work.

Pentagon top official Colin Carroll third to be sent on leave amid leaks probe

Colin Carroll, a senior Pentagon official, has been placed on administrative leave amidst an investigation into information leaks within the Department of Defense. He is the third Pentagon official to be put on leave, joining Dan Caldwell and Darin Selnick.