Bhubaneswar, Odisha – In an era where words shape realities and verse carves out new worlds, Kasturi Sinha stands tall as a beacon of literary brilliance. Hailing from Bhubaneswar, the city of temples, she has made an indelible mark on the world of poetry and prose. Currently pursuing her PhD in English Literature from Ravenshaw University, Cuttack, Kasturi’s journey as a poet and writer has been one of passion, persistence, and profound creativity.

Archaeologists have made a remarkable discovery in northwest Saudi Arabia, unearthing a fortified town believed to be over 4,000 years old. The site, known as al-Natah, is located within the lush Khaybar oasis, a region that stands in stark contrast to the surrounding arid desert landscape. This finding provides significant insight into the transition of ancient societies from nomadic lifestyles to more settled, urban living.

In an extraordinary feat of ingenuity and determination, Gary Kristensen, a real estate appraiser from Happy Valley, Oregon, has made headlines by paddling a massive 1,224-pound pumpkin 73.5 kilometers (45.67 miles) down the Columbia River. His remarkable journey, which took place over 26 hours from October 12 to 13, has earned him a new Guinness World Record for the longest distance traveled in a pumpkin boat.