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A deadly strain of avian flu, H5N1, has claimed the lives of three tigers and a leopard at the Balasaheb Thackeray Gorewada International Zoological Park in Nagpur. The animals, rescued from Chandrapur in December, have become the first wildlife casualties of this virus in India. In response to the outbreak, authorities in Maharashtra have issued a red…

The Ramgopalpet Police Station in Hyderabad has issued a notice to popular actor Allu Arjun, advising him not to visit KIMS Hospital at Secundarabad to see the boy who was injured in the stampede at Sandhya Theatre. “In view of the heightened public interest in this matter, and to ensure minimal disruption to the hospital’s operations and…

The man accused of plotting the murder of journalist Mukesh Chandrakar, whose body was found in a septic tank in Chhattisgarh last week, was arrested in Hyderabad on Sunday night. Suresh Chandrakar, a distant relative of the journalist and a contractor, is believed to be the mastermind behind the murder. He had been missing since the murder…

Vinay Hiremath, the co-founder of Loom, sold his startup to Atlassian for $975 million in 2023. Since then, he has found himself grappling with a lack of purpose. In a blog titled “I Am Rich and Have No Idea What to Do With My Life,” he shared his struggles, including declining a $60 million role, ending a…

An investigation was started after a drone was spotted over the revered Jagannath temple in Puri in the early hours of Sunday, police said. The drone was spotted over the temple around 4:10 am and it kept hovering for nearly half an hour, raising security concerns as the area is a no-flying zone. Different teams have been…

A 26-year-old man was stabbed to death by his colleague following a dispute over the quality of work, police said on Sunday. The accused, Arjun Shavtal (22), a native of Assam, was arrested and the knife used in the crime was recovered, they said. Police said they received information on Saturday evening that a man was stabbed…

India reported the first case of Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) after eight-month-old baby tested positive in Bengaluru, claimed reports. The child is undergoing treatment and a private hospital and does not have any travel history, reported News18. The state health department reportedly confirmed the case. As per the New18 report, the health department said that the tests of…

During the day, he works as a recruiter at a private company in Uttar Pradesh’s Noida. At night he turns into a US-based model on a soul-searching trip to India. His day job offered him security, and his nocturnal activities brought in the money through manipulation and blackmail. Tushar Singh Bisht, 23, was arrested from the Shakarpur…

There seems to be trouble in Yuzvendra Chahal’s paradise, with rumours of his split with his wife Dhanashree Verma intensifying. Chahal removed all pictures with Dhanashree from social media, prompting rumours of divorce between the husband and wife. However, Dhanashree continues to keep Chahal’s pictures on social media, leaving their fans wondering. However, on Saturday night, Chahal…

The District Child Protection Unit in Ahmedabad has issued a notice to singer Chris Martin and the organisers of the Coldplay concert, instructing them not to use children in any form on stage during the concert scheduled to be held at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on January 25 and 26. The organisers have also been…

Himachal Pradesh’s Shimla is witnessing a rare and age-old religious tradition that is believed to bring together the deities of the Spail Valley, showcasing the region’s vibrant cultural heritage. The four-day event was marked by a unique ‘rope-sliding tradition’ on Saturday in which a ‘jedi’ (a man belonging to the Beda caste) slid through a rope for…

A class 5 student was kidnapped and raped by a 16-year-old boy she met on Instagram in Gujarat. The 10-year-old girl went missing from her home in Dhansura village in Aravalli district on Tuesday after which her parents filed a kidnapping case. Police traced the minors the next day with the help of human intelligence and technical…

A blanket of fog continued to cover parts of the Delhi-National Capital Region (NCR) this morning, reducing visibility and affecting flight and train operations for the third straight day. Over 160 flight operations at the Indira Gandhi International Airport (IGIA) were hit, with more than 155 delays reported for aircraft not equipped with advanced CAT III navigation…

Two former soldiers, Dibil Kumar B and Rajesh P, have been arrested by the CBI after nearly two decades on the run for the murder of a 24-year-old woman, Ranjini, and her 17-day-old twin daughters in Kerala. The gruesome crime, committed on February 10, 2006, stemmed from fears that a court-ordered paternity test would confirm Kumar as…

Poll strategist-turned-politician Prashant Kishor on Saturday reacted to the controversy that erupted after his luxurious vanity was spotted near Patna’s Gandhi Maidan where he is on a fast-unto-death over Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) question paper leak allegations. Kihor launched his ‘aamaran anshan’ on Thursday evening. “I am on a fast here. If I go home to…

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath said on Friday that purifying water using natural methods will not only ensure river cleanliness but also result in savings of crores of rupees. According to an official statement, the chief minister inaugurated a municipal corporation project worth Rs 2.70 crore to purify wastewater entering the Rapti River using the natural…

India on Friday firmly rejected allegations made by Washington Post in a report stating that the opposition in the Maldives sought $6 million from New Delhi to facilitate an alleged plot to impeach President Mohamed Muizzu. The MEA dismissed these claims as “baseless” and “without credibility,” accusing both the newspaper and the reporter of displaying “a compulsive…

The spread of the Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) — a respiratory illness with flu-like symptoms, similar to COVID-19 — in China has raised health concerns globally, with countries closely monitoring the situation. Here are some points on HMPV Virus Photos and videos of people wearing masks in hospitals in China emerged on social media platforms and local reports…

The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) has called on the public to provide feedback on the draft Digital Personal Data Protection Rules, 2025, ahead of their finalisation. Citizens can submit their objections and suggestions through mygov.in, with the final rules set to be reviewed after February 18. The draft rules propose significant changes to digital…

A plea has been filed before an Ajmer court seeking a temporary injunction to restrain Prime Minister Narendra Modi from offering Chadar to the Ajmer Sharif Dargah during the Urs of Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti. The plea has prayed that no chadar should be placed on the dargah by the Central government since the site is currently a…

Three Maoists reportedly killed in an encounter with security forces on Chhattisgarh-Odisha border on Friday. Three Maoists were killed in an encounter with a joint team of security forces in Chhattisgarh’s Gariaband district, police said. The joint team of District Reserve Guard (DRG )and Special Task Force (STF) comprising 300 security personnel executed the operation. As per…

A blockbuster year for initial public offerings in India catapulted seven entrepreneurs into the dollar billionaires league, many of them early movers in the country’s booming renewable energy sector. Chiranjeev Singh Saluja of Premier Energies is among those who successfully rode the wave. “My father was in the business of supplying hand pumps to rural villages,” the…

The Delhi Police is likely to question the family members and the in-laws of Puneet Khurana, a cafe owner who hanged himself in northwest Delhi’s Model Town area, sources said on Friday. A team will visit Khurana’s home, and also meet his friends and in-laws to ascertain the facts of the case. Police sources earlier said Khurana…

In a social media post, Kiren Rijiju shared that PM Modi presented the chadar, which will be offered on his behalf at the Ajmer Sharif Dargah Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday handed over a ceremonial ‘chadar’ to Union Minister for Minority Affairs Kiren Rijiju. This sacred chadar will be offered at the Ajmer Sharif Dargah during…

The supporters of Lok Sabha MP Pappu Yadav on Friday held demostrations in solidarity with BPSC aspirants protesting paper leak in Patna. The protest has been ongoing for over two weeks in response to alleged irregularities in the Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) examination. The supporters blocked railway tracks at Sachiwalay Halt. They also blocked roads in…

All eyes are on Maldivian foreign minister Abdulla Khaleel who arrived in the national capital on Thursday for a three-day visit to India. This comes after a US media report had alleged that the opposition Maldivian Democratic Party (MDP) sought India’s involvement in removing Muizzu via impeachment earlier this year, a claim dismissed by the country’s former…

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has booked one of its own officers for allegedly taking “undue advantage”. According to a report, Deputy SP BM Meena was booked for allegedly obtaining undue advantage from different people who were within the ambit of the investigation being conducted by him. Meena is posted in the Bank Security and Frauds…

Blinkit, in the ever-surging race of the ace of spades of quick service delivery platforms, has decided to go one up with its new service of ambulance services in 10 minutes. Blinkit’s 10-Minute Ambulance In a post on X, Blinkit CEO, Albinder Dhindsa said, “Ambulance in 10 minutes. We are taking our first step towards solving the…

A 65-year-old man who was declared ‘dead’ by doctors at a private hospital in Kolhapur, Maharashtra, moved his fingers and breathed again after being shaken when the ambulance carrying him passed on a speed breaker. The incident has gone viral and made people question whether it was a miracle or the doctors’ mistake. ‘Dead’ man comes alive…

Parents of RG Kar’s victim pledges to continue with their protests even in the New Year till they get ‘justice’ for their daughter. They even urged the central agency to take her daughter’s friends with whom she had her last dinner in custody for interrogation. “Why is the CBI not taking my daughter’s friends who had dinner…

An engineering student in Maharashtra’s Nagpur allegedly killed his parents apparently due to differences with them over his education and career, police said on Wednesday. The 25-year-old accused, Utkarsh Dhakhole, killed his parents at their residence in Kapil Nagar area of the city on December 26 and the double murder came to light on Wednesday morning after…

Dhar: Forty years after the Bhopal gas tragedy, 377 tons of hazardous waste has been shifted from the defunct Union Carbide factory for its disposal at a unit in Dhar district, officials said on Thursday. The toxic waste was transported at around 9 pm on Wednesday in 12 sealed container trucks via a ‘green corridor’ from Madhya…

China’s plan to build a mega dam on the Brahmaputra could make the entire ecosystem that depends on the river fragile, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma warned on Wednesday, adding that India has already communicated its concern to Beijing. Last week, the Chinese government approved the construction of the world’s largest hydropower dam, which can generate…

A Class 5 student died after a school bus she was travelling in overturned at Valakkai in Kerala’s Kannur on Wednesday evening, officials said. The incident took place near the Valakkai Bridge at around 4 pm when the school bus, belonging to Chinmaya Vidyalaya and carrying 15 students, lost control on a slope and flipped over, they…

A three-year-old girl had fallen into a deep borewell while playing on December 23. She was rescued after days of operation by the authorities, however, hours later, she died. A three-year-old girl, who fell into a 150-feet deep borewell in Rajasthan’s Kotputli 10 days ago, died hours after being rescued, officials said on Wednesday. After over 160…

A drunk man laid down on live wires ignoring onlookers’ pleas. The locals watched in tense silence, fearing that he might fall Drinking to excess and then acting erratically is commonplace for those struggling with addiction. The initial euphoria fades, replaced by a lingering hangover and impaired judgement, leaving them unaware of their actions. A disturbing incident…

A special court in Mumbai on Wednesday sentenced eight Pakistani nationals to 20 years imprisonment in a 2015 case of seizure of more than 200 kg of drugs valued at nearly Rs 7 crore. Special judge for NDPS Act cases, Shashikant Bangar, convicted the eight persons for offences committed under the anti-drug law. They were handed a…

Parents of RG Kar’s victim pledges to continue with their protests even in the New Year till they get ‘justice’ for their daughter. They even urged the central agency to take her daughter’s friends with whom she had her last dinner in custody for interrogation. “Why is the CBI not taking my daughter’s friends who had dinner…

Punjabi sensation Diljit Dosanjh met Prime Minister Narendra Modi on the first day of 2025 on Wednesday. In a heartfelt note later, PM Modi called Diljit “a blend of talent and tradition.” During the meeting, the two discussed music and Indian culture, and also bonded over their shared love for yoga. Expressing his gratitude, Diljit took to…

Tahawwur Rana, a Pakistani-origin Canadian businessman implicated in the 26/11 Mumbai attacks, is set to be extradited to India after the US Court of Appeals upheld his extradition. Tahawwur Rana, the Canadian businessman of Pakistani origin implicated in the 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks, is expected to be extradited to India following a significant legal development in the…

Kunal Kamra’s tweet took the internet by storm as he can be seen highlighting the dark side of the quick commerce platform and how it’s exploiting gig workers. On the first day of 2025, comedian Kunal Kamra made waves on social media with a scathing critique of quick commerce platforms. His tweet called out what he described…

Congress leader Jairam Ramesh had asked why PM Narendra Modi had not visited the violence-hit state In a sharp counter to senior Congress leader Jairam Ramesh’s question on why Prime Minister Narendra Modi has not visited violence-hit Manipur, Chief Minister N Biren Singh has asked why former Prime Minister PV Narasimha Rao did not travel to the…

Lucknow murder: 5 family members, including two minors, were found murdered in a hotel. The accused, Arshad, has been arrested. Five members of a family were found murdered inside a hotel in Lucknow early on Wednesday, news agency PTI reported citing the police. The accused has been arrested and identified as Arshad, 24, a senior police officer…

Prime Minister Narendra Modi wished the nation a prosperous New Year 2025, expressing hopes for new opportunities, success, and happiness for everyone. Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended his New Year wishes for 2025 to the nation, hoping it brings new opportunities, success, and happiness to all. Taking to X, he wrote, “Happy 2025! May this year bring…

Until a few days ago, 10-year-old Sushila Meena lived an ordinary life, far from the public eye, in a small village in the northern Indian state of Rajasthan. But everything changed when legendary cricketer Sachin Tendulkar shared a video on social media of her playing cricket, bringing her into the media spotlight. He praised her bowling action…

Actor-turned-politician and TVK chief Vijay met Tamil Nadu governor RN Ravi on Monday amid the outrage over the alleged sexual assault of an engineering student at Anna University in Chennai. Vijay demanded that measures be taken immediately to ensure the safety of women, a move welcomed by state BJP chief K Annamalai. The TVK president submitted a…

The accused wife should not be allowed to use the child as a tool to get bail in the court, said Akash Jindal, counsel for Atul Subhash, an automobile company employee, who committed suicide alleging his wife demanded Rs 3 crore for divorce settlement. The bail matter of the accused wife of Atul Subhash is slated to…

But, some defended the decision to install the Shivaji statue citing not just the Maratha warrior king’s valour but also the beliefs of the army unit deployed in the area The recent installation of a statue of Maratha warrior king Shivaji, on the banks of Pangong Tso in eastern Ladakh has sparked a debate among army veterans…

Former PM Manmohan Singh passed away on December 26 at the age of 92 and his ashes were immersed in the Yamuna river on Sunday. Several BJP leaders criticised the Gandhi family for being absent. Amid a row over “insult” to former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh after his demise, Congress on Monday clarified the absence of the…

According to a new report released by Association for Democratic Reforms (ADR) on Monday, Trinamool Congress chief and West Bengal Mamata Banerjee is the poorest Chief Minister of India. According to the report, Banerjee holds assets worth Rs 15 lakh. Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, with assets worth Rs 55 lakh, is the second poorest…

The Indian government is closely monitoring the growing backlash against Indian H-1B visa holders in the United States, particularly following recent tensions over the appointment of Chennai-born Sriram Krishnan as Senior White House Policy Advisor on AI. The government is concerned about potential profiling of Indian IT and management professionals and is taking proactive measures to ensure…

The Indian Coast Guard (ICG) District Headquarters at Lakshadweep Islands received a request for urgent medical evacuation of a patient from the UTL Administration on December 30, 2024. Responding promptly to the medical emergency, the ICG District Headquarters coordinated with the Coast Guard Air Enclave at Kochi and Regional Headquarters in Mumbai to ensure the safe and…

The year 2024 will be remembered as a significant one for Chhattisgarh, with several incidents capturing national attention and sparking widespread discussion. These incidents include the dynamic and sometimes tumultuous nature of events that occurred in Chhattisgarh throughout 2024, including the issues of governance, security, and community engagement. Some of these incidents got highlighted and mentioned below:…

There seems to be no end to Diljit Dosanjh’s troubles amid his ongoing Dil-Luminati tour. Days after the Punjabi singer-actor performed in Chandigarh, it has now been reported that the organisers of the show have been accused of violating noise-level restrictions. As reported by The Tribune, the noise level during Diljit Dosanjh’s concert in the Union Territory…

The row over the alleged Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) question paper leak seemed to be heading for an impasse after the students’ protests intensified in Patna on Sunday. The students took to the streets and started the march towards Chief Minister Nitish Kumar’s residence. They also held massive protest at Patna’s Gandhi Maidan, demanding a re-exam…

Mamata Banerjee Sandeshkhali Visit: This is Mamata Banerjee’s first visit to Sandeshkhali since it was marred by large-scale protests earlier this year over allegations of land grabbing and sexual harassment by local Trinamool Congress leaders. In a veiled attack on the BJP and other opposition parties, West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Monday accused them of…

Suchir Balaji Death: Found dead in his San Francisco apartment on November 26, Suchir Balaji’s death was ruled a suicide by the police, despite no evidence of foul play. Elon Musk, the wealthiest individual globally, has backed Suchir Balaji’s mother Poornima Ramarao’s claims of foul play in her son’s mysterious death. Suchir Balaji was an OpenAI engineer…

Punjab Bandh: A statewide shutdown called by farmer organisations today has disrupted road and rail traffic across Punjab. Farmers across Punjab are staging widespread road and rail blockades on Monday as part of a state-wide bandh, paralysing commuter and freight movement. The shutdown, to be observed from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m., was called by Samyukta Kisan…

According to police, Ramachandra was in relationship with a minor girl. Last year, he was booked under Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act after he eloped with the girl. A 21-year-old man died after he allegedly blew himself up with a gelatin stick in front of the house of a girl he was in love with…

The upcoming Maha Kumbh will feature unprecedented security measures with the deployment of drones capable of monitoring 100 metres underwater and 120 metres above ground, officials said. More than 45 crore pilgrims are expected to participate in the grand gathering. In a first for Uttar Pradesh, underwater drones will be deployed in the Sangam area while tethered…

A Mumbai man decided to turn the tables on a digital scammer by cleverly using his puppy. The hilarious moment was shared on Instagram, where a man answered a video call from a fraudster pretending to be from the Andheri East police station in Mumbai. The video begins with the “police officer” saying, “I am calling from…

As quick-commerce giants Zepto Cafe, Zomato’s Bistro, and Swiggy Bolt compete to deliver meals in just 10 minutes, concerns are mounting about the health implications of this ultra-fast service. Critics argue that the promise of convenience might come at the expense of public health, as these meals are often ultra-processed and lack nutritional value. Now, orthopaedic surgeon…

The case of ‘crorepati’ ex-MP RTO constable and his earnings has left people shocked and now a multi-agency probe has been launched in the matter. The Enforcement Directorate has launched its own investigation in the corruption allegations against a former Madhya Pradesh transport department constable, Saurabh Sharma after Lokayukta’s raid left everyone shocked following the recovery of…

A Karnataka village is gripped by a bizarre incident after 12 dead chickens emitted fire from their mouths when pressure was applied to their bodies. A village in Karnataka was gripped by mystery after 12 chickens were discovered dead under unusual circumstances. A video going viral on social media shows a dead chicken emitting fire from its…

Marathi actress Urmila Kothare was involved in a major car accident in Mumbai’s Kandivali suburb in the wee hours of Saturday, which claimed the life of a Metro worker. Urmila is the wife of actor Adinath Kothare, and the daughter-in-law of renowned Marathi actor, Mahesh Kothare. She has worked in several Marathi films, including Duniyadari, Shubha Mangal…

The year 2024 was the year of elections, as the world saw a significant number of nations going to the polling booth, more than any other year. Worst Year For Children This, however, was also the year that saw a monumental number of suffering that carried forward from 2023 into 2024, magnifying its magnitude, and exacerbating a…

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday met newly-crowned chess world champion D Gukesh and described him as a confident young player who was an embodiment of calmness and humility. Gukesh, 18, displayed remarkable poise and nerves of steel to defeat China’s Ding Liren in Singapore to become the youngest chess world champion, surpassing Russian great Garry Kasparov,…

Zepto delivered around 2 crore packets of snacks between midnight and 4 am to beat the late-night cravings of its customers in 2024 with Mumbai a city that never sleeps – alone accounting for 31.5 lakh of those orders. The quick delivery buzz was quite evident with Zepto making its fastest delivery this year in 25 seconds,…

Drugs worth over Rs 3.5 crore were seized and a person apprehended by police in Assam’s Nagaon district, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said. Acting on a tip-off, the police intercepted a vehicle and found 532.46 gm of heroin during the search, following which the driver of the vehicle was apprehended on Friday night. Based on input…

Gurugram: The Gurugram Police on Friday said popular radio jockey Simran Singh’s death here is a case of suicide and further investigation into it has been closed as the popular social media influencer’s family did not file any complaint or raise any suspicion. However, a large number of social media users who claimed to be her fans…

While hearing a batch of pleas seeking a CBI probe into the recent sexual assault of a second-year engineering student at Anna University in Chennai, the Madras High Court on Friday (December 27) orally emphasized that no one should blame the victim for being with her male friend when the incident happened. “Just because this incident has…

Salman Khan is one of the biggest superstars, ruling the hearts of millions around the globe. His incredible fan base adores him wholeheartedly. While the superstar is loved for his fabulous on-screen presence and amazing performances, he is equally admired by his fans for his heart of gold and his willingness to step forward to help others.…

Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh has condemned what he called “indiscriminate firing by Kuki militants on two villages in Imphal East district” on Friday. A policeman and another person were injured in the firing that came from the hills, the police said. In a post on X, the chief minister asked the central forces and the…

Police rescued around 5,000 tourists stranded at Solang Nala, a ski resort in Himachal Pradesh’s Kullu on Friday, amid heavy snowfall in the state. Kullu police said that a rescue operation was launched on December 27 after about 1,000 vehicles got stranded in Solang Nala. आज दिनांक 27.12.2024 को हुई ताज़ा बर्फबारी के कारण सोलंग नाला में…

The US mission in India on Friday said it issued more than one million nonimmigrant visas for the second year in a row, including a record number of visitor visas, underscoring the huge demand of Indians for travel to the US. Washington is also working to formally establish a US-based to renew H-1B visas in that country…

Weddings in South Asia have long been known for their grandiosity and elaborate customs, often giving rise to peculiar trends. From a wedding car adorned with cauliflowers and leafy greens in India to welcoming couples on bullock carts and unusual post-wedding tasks, these events often go viral for their uniqueness. The latest addition to this trend comes…

US President Joe Biden expressed condolences on the passing of former Indian Prime Minister Manmohan Singh, recognising his contributions to US-India relations and global cooperation. “Jill and I join the people of India in grieving the loss of former Indian Prime Minister Manmohan Singh,” President Biden said in an official statement by the White House. “The unprecedented…

The Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, passed a Condolence Resolution on Friday in memory of former Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh, hailing him as an “eminent statesman, renowned economist, and distinguished leader.” The Cabinet observed a two-minute silence in respect to the departed leader. In a statement, the Cabinet noted that the nation had…

The Sunny Leone fraud case related to the Mahtari Vandan Yojana continues to attract attention as the investigation unfolds. Police have arrested Narendra Sethia, a cyber café operator, for submitting an online application for the Mahtari Vandan scheme using the name of Sunny Leone’s husband, Johnny Sins. The application was filed from a cyber café in the…

A court in Turkey has sentenced the owner and architect of a hotel which collapsed in an earthquake in 2023, killing 72 people, to jail. The owner of the Isias Grand, Ahmet Bozkurt, and architect Erdem Yilmaz, were each given 18 years and five months, the official Anadolu news agency reported. Bozkurt’s son, Mehmet Fatih, was sentenced…

There will be no compromise in ensuring law and order – Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy’s firm message to Telugu movie actors, director, and producers Thursday, sources said, in a big meeting amid strained ties over the ‘Pushpa 2’ stampede death row and the arrest of actor Allu Arjun. And, in a significant remark, the Chief Minister…

After Bihar Police resorted to “lathi-charge” on Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) aspirants who gathered to “gherao” the commission’s office in Patna, demanding the cancellation of the examination on Wednesday, police department authorities issued a clarification, claiming that they used “mild force” and denied any injuries to the protesting aspirants. Officials also claimed that coaching teachers were…

The Government of India on Thursday announced a seven-day mourning in honour of former prime minister Manmohan Singh. The two-term PM breathed his last at AIIMS Delhi on Thursday night. The government said in a press release, “It has been decided that seven days of state mourning will be observed throughout India from 26.12.2024 to 01.01.2025 both…

Former India cricketer Vinod Kambli was admitted to the at the Aakriti Hospital in Thane on Monday. This was after Kambli’s health deteriorated drastically over the last few days after complaints of urinary infection and cramps. Ever since Kambli’s health has been a hot topic of debate. He reportedly underwent medical Tests after being admitted to the…

Banks can charge over 30 per cent on credit card dues from customers after the Supreme Court set aside a sixteen-year-old National Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission verdict, which held charging excessive interest rates amounted to an unfair trade practice. A bench of Justices Bela M Trivedi and Satish Chandra Sharma said NCDRC’s observations that the rate of…

Former Indian Prime Minister and veteran Congress leader Dr. Manmohan Singh passed away at the age of 92 in Delhi’s AIIMS on Thursday. Manmohan Singh was admitted to AIIMS today at around 8 PM after he fell unconscious at his home due to age-related related medical conditions. The Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha and Congress MP,…

Filmmaker Karan Johar on Wednesday announced Tu Meri Main Tera, Main Tera Tu Meri, a romantic comedy that will feature Kartik Aaryan in the lead role. The film will mark the maiden collaboration between Johar and Aaryan. It will be directed by Sameer Vidwans, who earlier helmed Aaryan’s 2023 hit Satyaprem Ki Katha. Johar took to his…

A severe cold wave has gripped several parts of North India with Himachal Pradesh, Jammu and Kashmir, and Uttarakhand witnessing heavy snowfall, leading to the disruption in travel. At least 226, including three national highways, have been closed in Himachal Pradesh, while in Uttarakhand’s Dehradun, intense snowfall has halted traffic along a 30-kilometer stretch of the Tyuni-Chakrata-Mussoorie…

It has been nearly 70 hours since 3-year-old Chetna fell into a 700-foot borewell in Rajasthan’s Kotputli. Operations to rescue Chetna, who has been stuck in the borewell since Monday afternoon, are underway. To ramp up the efforts and save the toddler, rat hole miners have been roped in. The team reached the location last night. Rat…

YouTuber-podcaster Ranveer Allahbadia, popularly known as BeerBiceps, revealed a near-death experience he had during a recent trip to Goa. Mr Allahbadia and his girlfriend were swept away by an underwater current on Christmas Eve and were rescued by an IPS officer and his IRS wife. Mr Allahbadia explained the incident occurred around 6 pm on December 24,…

The Patna Police lathi-charged Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) aspirants who took to the streets, attempting to gherao the offices of the BPSC, and demanding the cancellation of the examination. They also demanded the re-examination of the BPSC exam after alleged irregularities came to the fore. The aspirants have been staging protests in Gardanibagh for several days,…

The Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) application and website were down on Thursday. Several passengers complained on social media, saying they were not able to book tickets. Downdetector, a platform that tracks online outages, showed a spike in reports. IRCTC is yet to respond to the massive outage. On opening the IRCTC app, we could…

A shocking incident unfolded in Madhya Pradesh’s Dindori district where a pack of stray dogs attacked a young woman passing through a street. The incident, which occurred on the evening of December 18, was caught on CCTV. According to reports, a group of over a dozen stray dogs pounced on the woman near the residence of a…

Police have arrested a man named Gnanasekaran from the Kotturpuram area for allegedly sexually assaulting a second-year female student on the campus of Anna University in Guindy, Chennai. According to officials, Gnanasekaran ran a roadside pull-cart biryani shop near the university. The incident, which occurred late on Monday evening around 8 PM, led to massive protests at…