
Iraqi man killed and devoured by pet lion he tried to tame just days after buying it
Pointers by Sushmita Shetty 14-May-2025
- Aqil Fakhr al-Din, 50, was killed and partially eaten by his pet lion in Kufa, Iraq
- The attack happened just days after al-Din bought the lion, intending to tame it.
- Al-Din, experienced in keeping wild animals, was fatally bitten in the neck and chest
- A neighbor shot and killed the lion after hearing al-Din’s screams and trying to rescue him.
- Authorities launched an investigation; the case highlights Iraq’s ongoing issues with illegal wildlife trade.

A prime minister got down on one knee with ‘namaste’ to greet Giorgia Meloni
Pointers by Sushmita Shetty 17-May-2025
- The Albanian prime minister Edi Rama greeted Italy’s Giorgia Meloni by getting down on one knee.
- The gesture was accompanied by a traditional Indian ‘namaste’ greeting.
- This act symbolized deep respect and cultural appreciation during their diplomatic meeting.
- The interaction received widespread attention for blending Indian tradition with global diplomacy.
- Leaders emphasized strengthening bilateral ties and mutual respect through this symbolic gesture.

Suniel Shetty is proud of Athiya Shetty for choosing natural delivery over C-section.
Pointers by Sushmita Shetty 17-May-2025
- Suniel Shetty praised Athiya for opting for natural delivery instead of a C-section.
- Nurses and paediatricians called her natural birth experience “unbelievable” and inspiring.
- He described Athiya as a strong, graceful mother embracing motherhood without stress.
- Athiya and KL Rahul welcomed their daughter Evaarah in March 2025.
- Suniel feels Athiya inherited strength from her mother and is a fantastic mom.

Doctor says these 5 daily habits melt fat better than any diet and you are probably ignoring it
Pointers by Sushmita Shetty 17-May-2025
- Prioritize daily physical activity, including walking and strength training, to boost fat burning.
- Drink enough water, especially before meals, to curb appetite and support metabolism.
- Eat sufficient protein and healthy fats to stay full and build lean muscle.
- Limit refined carbs and sugary drinks, focusing on whole grains and nutrient-rich foods.
- Get quality sleep and manage stress, as both impact fat storage and weight loss.

Indian tourist jailed for molesting 12-year-old child in Singapore
Pointers by Sushmita Shetty 17-May-2025
- Indian tourist Pramender, 25, jailed three months for molesting a 12-year-old girl in Singapore.
- Incident occurred at Jalan Besar Swimming Complex; he followed the victim to the toilet area.
- Pramender took the girl’s phone, accessed her Instagram, and sent 13 inappropriate messages.
- The victim’s cousins intervened, and she reported the incident to a lifeguard and her mother.
- Court cited “persistent, predatory” behavior; Pramender pleaded guilty and apologized in court.

Bengaluru MP Tejasvi Surya pushes for high-speed rail link between Bengaluru and Mumbai
Pointers by Sushmita Shetty 17-May-2025
- Tejasvi Surya renewed his call for a high-speed rail corridor between Bengaluru and Mumbai.
- He emphasized the project’s potential to boost regional connectivity and economic growth in Karnataka and Maharashtra.
- Surya criticized the lack of new direct trains in 30 years, citing reliance on costly flights.
- He urged immediate introduction of a Superfast Express and prioritizing stalled rail infrastructure projects.
- The MP pledged to raise these issues in Parliament and push for swift project implementation.