Play971 Marks a New Era of Regulated iGaming in the United Arab Emirates

The United Arab Emirates has taken a historic step into regulated digital gaming with the launch of Play971, its first officially licensed online sports betting and iGaming platform. Supervised by the General Commercial Gaming Regulatory Authority (GCGRA), the initiative signals a major policy shift for a country traditionally known for stringent restrictions on gambling rooted in cultural and religious norms.

Scientists Track Chemical Changes in Interstellar Visitor 3I/ATLAS

Astronomers worldwide are closely monitoring interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS, which has entered a highly active phase as it moves deeper into the inner solar system. The comet has attracted particular attention due to its rapid increase in brightness and the sudden appearance of a striking green glow, signalling intense chemical activity triggered by solar heating.

Press Club of India Elections Mark Historic Shift in Leadership

Senior journalist Sangeeta Barooah Pisharoty has been elected as the first woman president of the Press Club of India (PCI), creating a landmark moment in the history of one of India’s most influential media institutions. Her election reflects a broader shift in leadership representation within the journalist community based in the national capital.

Indian Mountaineer Advances Seven Summits Dream with Vinson Ascent

Indian mountaineer Kavita Chand from Almora district, Uttarakhand, has achieved a major milestone by successfully climbing Mount Vinson, the highest peak in Antarctica. She reached the 4,892-metre summit on December 12 at 8:30 pm local time, marking one of India’s notable recent achievements in extreme-altitude mountaineering and moving closer to completing the prestigious Seven Summits challenge.

Odisha Masters 2025: Singles Glory for India, Doubles Honours Split

India delivered an impressive performance at the Odisha Masters in Cuttack, with Unnati Hooda and Kiran George emerging champions in the women’s and men’s singles categories respectively. The BWF Super 100 tournament showcased India’s growing strength in singles badminton, alongside strong competition from international players in the doubles events.