Appavu accuses Centre of causing financial stress in T.N. by not releasing funds
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Priyanka Chopra calls it a privilege to work with Varanasi team
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Delhi: Indian man scams Korean tourist, claims to be professor
New Delhi: A Korean content creator, Walter K, posted an Instagram video of a frightening scam he fell victim to in Old Delhi. An elderly man, pretending to be a professor, allegedly tricked him into taking an overpriced rickshaw ride and later tried to extort nearly Rs 8,860, around 100 dollars. The elderly man approached Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Akshay and Tiger turn into 'Beach Boys'; internet REACTS
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Army Jawan Held For Killing 17-Year-Old Girl For Pressuring Him To Marry Her
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Assam marks late legendary singer Zubeen Gargs 53rd birthday
GUWAHATI: On the 53rd birth anniversary of the late music icon Zubeen Garg on Tuesday, the Centre granted the necessary sanction to the Assam Police to proceed against the accused linked to his death in Singapore on September 19. The approval from the Ministry of Home Affairs was required as the alleged murder that took place in another country. Today marks the 53rd birthday of our beloved Zubeen Garg a day that reminds us of his music, his voice, and his irreplaceable place in Assams heart, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma posted on X. He said Union Home Minister Amit Shah granted the required sanction under Section 208 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS). Section 208 of BNSS, in simple language, says: if a crime is committed outside India, the case can be taken up by the court only after the Central government gives prior sanction, the chief minister explained. 'I won't call it accident, it's murder', says Assam CM on Zubeen Gargs death; 'share evidence', says Gogoi He further said, This sanction is, therefore, a crucial legal step, allowing us to file a charge sheet and move forward firmly and lawfully for the trial of the case. We remain fully committed to file the charge sheet against the accused persons within 10th of December 2025. Garg had died under mysterious circumstances while swimming in the sea. He travelled to Singapore to take part in the 4th North East India Festival (NEIF). Later, seven persons, including NEIF organiser Shyamkanu Mahanta, were arrested by the Special Investigation Team. All of them are now in judicial custody. Meanwhile, various programmes were organised across the state to mark the singers birthday. Fans gathered outside his Guwahati residence on Monday midnight, cut a cake, placed it before his photograph and sang the birthday song along with several other popular numbers. His wife, Garima Saikia Garg, and sister, Palmee Borthakur, were also present. The BJP and the Congress also paid tribute. The BJP organised blood donation camps at some places. In Kokrajhar, autonomous Bodoland Territorial Council chief executive member Hagrama Mohilary laid the foundation stone for the Zubeen Garg Park, which will straddle 30 bighas. The park will have a statue of the singer, among others. Zubeen Garg: A life defined by art, shaped by turbulence
New income tax return forms and rules under the simplified Income Tax Act, 2025, will be notified by January 2026, with the law effective April 1. CBDT Chairman Ravi Agrawal stated the department aims for simpler compliance and expects to meet direct tax collection targets, with refunds being scrutinized due to discrepancies and wrong claims.
Inspired by the Shelf Discovery trend from Skyscanners Travel Trends 2026 Report, the activation celebrated Indian travellers passion for exploring local supermarkets when abroad. The two-day event took place in Delhi and Mumbai, drawing over 2,000 visitors who sampled 16 varieties of international snacks from around the world. Through a series of fun, interactive activities, over 3,000 snacks from Japan to Mexico, valued at INR 10,00,000, were given away. Skyscanner brought its first-ever Snack Transit Pop-Up to India, delighting food lovers and travel enthusiasts alike in Delhi and Mumbai. This innovative food-truck-meets-convenience-store experience marked an exciting step in Skyscanners journey beyond the digital realm, bringing its global travel inspiration to life, through flavour and discovery. Queues build at the Mumbai food truck as visitors wait to taste snacks from around the world Travel Trends 2026 Report , featuring its Shelf Discovery trend, the pop-up drew on insights revealing that 79% of Indian travellers love exploring local supermarkets when abroad, as a way to experience new cuisines and cultures. By marrying Indias deep-rooted passion for food, the popularity of food trucks, and the growth of culinary exploration, Skyscanner demonstrated how snacks serve as a gateway to cultural discovery and travel inspiration. Held at Select CityWalk , Delhi on 14 November and Carter Road , Mumbai on 15 November, the pop- up saw visitors enjoy a global tasting journey, sampling and collecting snacks from 16 countries, including favourites like Kit Kat Matcha, Sriracha Chilli Topaki, Tim Tam, and Coca-Cola Cherry, among others. This transformed snacking into a cross-cultural adventure that resonated with a diverse crowd, from Gen Z explorers and young professionals to families, students, and avid travellers, drawn by the blend of flavour and wanderlust. From Shelf Discovery to Street Discovery At the core of the Skyscanner Snack Transit was a vibrant food truck where guests redeemed a complimentary snack by scanning a QR code to download the Skyscanner app and explore the Travel Trends 2026 Report. Surrounding the truck, a series of interactive zones brought the brands travel spirit to life, from trivia-based games like the Spin Wheel and Claw Machine, where guests tested their travel knowledge to win additional snacks, to a Photo Booth that let visitors capture their moment of discovery with instant print souvenirs. Skyscanner on Instagram, amplifying the excitement across both cities and celebrating the intersection of food, travel, and community. Reflecting on the activation, Neel Ghose, Travel Trends and Destinations Expert, Skyscanner , said, "The Skyscanner Snack Transit isnt just about food; its about the way we travel today. Curiosity has become the new currency of travel, and what used to begin with a search bar now starts with a spark of discovery - sometimes on a supermarket shelf, sometimes in a city street. By reimagining global snacks as symbols of exploration, we wanted to show how travel inspiration can be both tangible and universal. For us at Skyscanner, this activation marks a step forward in connecting travellers to the world through inspiring real-world experiences." About Skyscanner Skyscanner is a global leader in travel that helps travellers plan and book their trip with ease and confidence. Every month, Skyscanner connects millions of travellers, in 180 countries and 37 languages, to more than 1200 trusted travel partners so they can find flight, hotel or car hire options. Founded in 2003, Skyscanner has offices worldwide, in Europe, Asia-Pacific and North America where traveller-first innovations are developed and powered by data and insights. Making use of the latest technology, Skyscanner simplifies the complexity of travel and provides honest and transparent solutions, searching around 100 billion prices every day so travellers can be sure they've seen the best possible options, all in one place.
Two Salman Khans At Da-Bangg Tour in Qatar
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The best air purifier for 2025
Weve tested more than a dozen air purifiers that range from $120 to $1,200 but the most effective method for getting the green light from our air quality monitors is completely free: opening the windows. Of course, seasonal allergies, frightful weather and wildfires can all conspire to make open windows impossible. Air purifiers are your second best option. With sound-muffled fans and multi-layered filters, these simple machines can clear up odors, cooking emissions, dust particles, smoke, pet dander and more. We performed simple at-home tests to compare different models, mostly focusing on smart models with app control and auto modes. We compared the features, designs and prices to help you find the best air purifier for your home. Table of contents Best air purifiers for 2025 What an air purifier can and cant do What to look for in an air purifier Other air purifiers we tested How we test air purifiers Air purifier FAQs Best air purifiers for 2025 What an air purifier can and cant do There are three key categories of air pollution that adversely affect the quality of the air you breathe: volatile organic compounds (VOC), particulate matter (PM2.5 and PM10) and carbon dioxide. VOCs are emitted gasses that can come from cleaners, off-gassing plastics, paint, solvents, fragrances, cooking food and, ironically, air fresheners. VOCs are most closely related to odors you can smell. High levels can irritate your breathing passages, cause headaches and may become cancer-causing over time. Air purifiers with activated charcoal components can help clean VOCs from the air. Particulate matter is usually discussed as PM2.5 and PM10, with the numbers indicating particle size in microns. This is dust, dirt, mold, smoke and, again, emissions from cooking food. Higher levels of PM can lead to respiratory irritation, allergy symptoms, respiratory infections and potentially lung cancer. Air purifiers that include a HEPA or particle filter can help remove airborne particles from your space. Carbon dioxide is what humans and pets breathe out. Elevated levels can cause dizziness and lethargy. But no air purifier can reduce CO2 levels because the molecules are so small. Plants can help to some extent, but really the only solution is opening a window or otherwise ventilating the space. There are no federal standards for air purifiers, but the state of California does require all air cleaners sold in the state to be certified by the California Air Resources Board (CARB). All of our top picks here have met that certification. What to look for in an air purifier HEPA filters and other filter types An air purifier isnt an overly complicated device. Smart modes and app connectivity aside, theyre not much more than a filter and a fan, which you can certainly DIY . The fan pulls air through the filter to capture particulate matter and other unhealthy elements so you dont breathe them in. The type of fan can make some difference it should be powerful enough to pull in air quickly, but also quiet enough on its low speed so it can unobtrusively clean all day long. Filters, on the other hand, are more varied. Most have two or more layers, typically a pre-filter, an activated carbon filter and sometimes a particle or even a true HEPA filter. The pre-filter is made from a fine mesh that captures big stuff like pet hair and larger chunks of dust. Sometimes this part is separate from the more technical filters which means you can remove and clean it without needing to swap out the whole thing. For all-in-one filters, you can vacuum the outside of it to remove larger particles. An activated carbon or activated charcoal layer is extremely porous, tightly packed coal that presents a vast amount of microscopic surface area to the passing air. Gaseous chemicals, VOCs and other molecules become lodged in the crannys and stick. This is the layer that gets rid of odors. Nearly all types of air purifiers include a particle filter. Some of those can be called true HEPA (high-efficiency particulate air) filters meaning they conform to the standards set out by the DOE . Particle filters are made up of pleated masses of ultrafine fibers that force air to take a convoluted path in order to pass through. This traps and absorbs tiny molecules of smoke and dust, allergens like dander and pollen, and some viruses and bacteria. Since all of these air filters physically trap particulates, theyll eventually fill up and become less effective. Most manufacturers recommend replacing the filter every six months, while others claim a year-long life span. Most smart air purifiers will let you know in the app when its time to replace. When youre considering a units cost, be sure to factor in the expense of replacement filters, which you may end up buying twice a year. Room size Air purifiers list their air filtration capabilities in terms of room size and frequency of air exchanges, sometimes listed as clean air delivery rate (CADR) or you may see a number for cubic feet per minute (CFM). A smaller unit might say it can exchange the air in a 500-square-foot room twice per hour. So that model should be able to pass all of the air in a 250-square-foot room through the filter every 15 minutes, but a 1,000-square-foot room would probably be outside its effective range. Of course, theres no standard for manufacturers to adhere to when it comes to these calculations, but typically, larger air purifiers can handle large rooms. Controls In our testing, we focused on Wi-Fi-connected smart air purifiers with companion apps that can monitor air quality and adjust the fan settings as needed. Within the apps, you can control auto-clean settings, set timers and schedules and check the health of the filter as well. Most will remind you when its time to get a replacement, and let you order one directly from the manufacturer through the app. You can also see the current and historical readings from the internal air quality (AQ) sensor. Most determine air quality through an optical particle meter, though some brands like Dyson and Molekule also include chemical sensors for VOC measurements. When levels of particulates become elevated, the fans switch up to high speed to move more air through until the quality improves. Most smart purifiers also work with voice assistants, so if asking Alexa to turn on your air purifier makes your life easier in some way, you can do so. If you dont want to talk to an AI or grab your phone to control your purifier, getting a unit with simple on-board controls is a good idea. These can be as basic as buttons with indicator lights or as elaborate as a touchscreen panel. At minimum, its good to have a way to control the fan speed and turn on or off auto mode on the device itself. Design As we mentioned, sticking the device as close to the middle of the room is helpful for getting the best performance. That means youll be looking at it a lot, so design considerations matter. Most purifiers are cylindrical towers with fan vents up top. Units meant for larger rooms are not small, weighing between 12 and 20 pounds and reaching two feet tall (or in the case of the Dyson Purifier Cool, three and a half feet). Some, like Coways Airmega IconS, take on more furniture-like designs to blend in. Others, like Dyson's, are conspicuously designed to stand out. How to set up an air purifier Even the best air purifier cant do much without airflow. So ideally, you wont shove your air purifier off in a corner right next to a wall. Most manufacturers recommend at least a foot of clearance between the machine and anything that could block circulation walls, couches, cabinets and the like. Most cylindrical models have intake vents all around the outside, but box models may have them on just one side, so make sure you point the vents outwards towards the center of the room. Smaller air purifiers work better if theyre up off the ground by a couple feet, such as on top of a stool or end table. And of course, make sure the cord isnt stretching across trafficked areas to avoid tripping. Before you plug your air purifier in, make sure to check that the filter isnt wrapped in plastic inside the machine. I probably dont need to tell you how I know this is a very important first step. The purifiers we recommend are smart home models, so the next step will usually involve downloading the manufacturers app to your phone and connecting the air purifier to the app as well as your homes Wi-Fi. Additional steps for clearing the air Air purifiers, as the name suggests, clean the air. Once dust, dander and smoke settle onto surfaces, there isnt much these machines can do to eradicate them. So vacuuming and good old-fashioned dusting are important steps to keep allergens and particulate matter at bay. If you have an HVAC system, changing or even upgrading your systems air filters can help keep bad air in check. The American Lung Association recommends filters with at least a MERV-13 rating. The association also recommends not burning candles in your home, foregoing air fresheners and opting for homemade cleaning supplies over chemical cleaners. When an air purifier just isnt enough The most striking bit of knowledge I picked up from testing air purifiers is how effective opening windows can be on indoor air quality. What took an air purifier a half hour to clear out took mere minutes when I opened my front door and a few windows. Every variable measured by the air quality sensors, including VOCs, PM, and particularly CO2 levels (which air purifiers cant alleviate), improved dramatically after exposure to fresh air significantly faster and better than any machine we tested. Letting in fresh air for just fifteen minutes each day can help, according to the Lung Association. On very cold days, do it midday. When its hot, open windows in the early morning when its coolest. When I did it in the middle of winter, my HVAC system had to work a little overtime afterwards, but venting a room was the most surefire way of getting air quality quickly back in the green. Of course, if the air outside is unhealthy from wildfire smoke or run-of-the-mill pollution, or if you're dealing with seasonal allergies, throwing open the windows wont work and an air purifier might be the best way to consistently clean things up. How we test air purifiers My living room is not a science lab; theres far too much pet hair for that to be the case. Still, I went beyond just turning stuff on and sniffing the air by acquiring two consumer-grade indoor air quality monitors that performed well in laboratory assessments , the Element from Awair and the uHoo Smart Air Monitor . I conducted burn tests in this medium-sized room by measuring the ambient air quality, then burned a brick of pion incense for twenty minutes and measured the air again. Then I ran one purifier at its highest speed for thirty minutes and recorded levels, then ran the unit on the lowest setting for a half hour and remeasured. I made note of the sound levels using a simple iPhone app to compare one machines noise level to the next. Over the course of a month, I used each unit in different scenarios (such as in the basements where the cat litter box is) and tried out each devices smart features, controls and auto modes. I also just lived with them and evaluated how they fit into everyday life. As new purifiers come on the market we continue to acquire units that seem worthy of inclusion. Most recently, we tested purifiers from Blueair, IQAir, Windmill and others, adding our findings to this guide. Other air purifiers we tested Blueair Mini Restful I appreciate a good multi-tasker. The Blueair Mini Restful combines a small-room air purifier with a sunrise alarm clock and night light. It reminds me of a grown up version of Levoits Sprout purifier, which is geared towards kids with its white noise and night light functions. The Mini Restful is definitely small enough to pop on a night stand so it would be pretty handy if it could replace your alarm clock up there. Unfortunately, those secondary functions feel a little incomplete. Theres no timer function for the night light, only manual control. The clock readout is on the top, making it impossible to view from bed if it's on your nightstand. The sunrise alarm clock will start lighting up at either 15 minutes or a half hour before the sound kicks in, but if the light happens to be enough to wake you, theres no way to stop the alarm from sounding without getting out your phone. It performed well enough in its primary function, and got a smoky bedroom back to breathable in around a half an hour of running on high. (Theres no built-in sensor, so you have to manually adjust the fan through the app or onboard controls.) Its also quiet enough to run all night on low Im fairly sensitive to noise and was able to sleep. IQAir HealthPro Plus SE The IQAir HealthPro Plus SE is a formidable piece of equipment. The boxy tower looks like something youd see in a hospital and weighs 35 pounds, making me appreciate the included wheels when I needed to move it around. Its designed and made in Sweden and each unit comes with an impressive certificate of performance. Im certain the testing processes IQAir employs are more scientific than my tests after all, the company is probably best known for its air quality monitors but I found the filtration efficiency to be on par with and, in one test, worse than that of other models I tested. I was also disappointed that a $1,000-plus air purifier from an air monitor device company was only capable of measuring particulate matter and not VOCs to trigger the auto-clean function. That said, setup was simple and the app can integrate data from public air quality sources as well as other AQ monitors you may have set up. Coways Airmega Icon S Coways Airmega Icon S was our previous pick for best design. It looks more like a tiny mid-century-modern credenza than an air purifier and the little shelf up top doubles as a wireless phone charger. The PM2.5 sensor reliably kicked in the auto mode as I used it and the three-speed fan is quiet, even on high, yet powerful. I had a little trouble getting the app to connect, but the onboard touch controls worked better anyway. Its expensive at $699, too, but it does have a washable pre-filter. Sensibo Pure At $229, and nearly always on sale for $130, I had the Sensibo Pure pegged as a contender for a budget pick. Unfortunately, replacement filters are $99 unless you subscribe to automatic shipments and many of the app features are behind a paywall as well. Its not certified by CARB and underperformed many of the other units in the burn test, though it did return the air back to a good rating according to the air monitors after 30 minutes. The design is inoffensive, its not overly loud and it does integrate with Sensibos smart AC devices, so if youre already happy with one of those, this may be a decent option. Dyson Purifier Cool Like all Dyson products, this air purifier is dripping with design. It looks like no other unit on the market and its up to you to decide whether you like that or not. I was indifferent to the looks, but appreciated the slick and informative app, which not only displays indoor air quality, it also shows what conditions are like outside, using a clever house graphic to differentiate the two sets of numbers. I also like that it detects VOCs as well as particulates and the auto mode seemed to read the room accurately. The air coming out of the fan did indeed feel cool, though at first had a strong plastic odor. Unfortunately, it was the lowest performing unit during two separate burn tests and had repeated connectivity issues. Molekule Air Pro The Molekule Air Pro comes from a brand that pays keen attention to aesthetics. It and the app have that Instagrammable, muted-modern look that countless clothing and bedsheet brands emulate these days. That style doesnt come cheap as the Air Pro costs over $1,000 and requires $140 filters. The company came under fire for and had to stop making many of its claims about its filtration system, which may have led to it filing for bankruptcy in 2023. Molekule is still able to tout its patented photoelectrochemical oxidation, which the company says destroys pollutants at a molecular level. In my tests, it performed almost as well as the others in improving VOC and PM2.5 levels. But its also very loud: When auto mode kicked the fan into high gear, it would make me tense. Also, I found the unit often indicated bad or very bad levels when my two monitors indicated the air quality was actually pretty good. Air purifier FAQs What settings should you run an air purifier on? There arent many settings to adjust on an air purifier. Most have low, medium and high fan speeds and possibly an auto-mode that detects impurities in the air and increases the fan speed on your behalf. Air circulates through a purifier faster at higher fan-speed settings so it cleans the air more efficiently. Higher speeds also make the air purifier louder. That means you typically want to find the balance between cleaning power and noise levels. Other settings like timers and dimming the LED lights make the unit more comfortable to live with, particularly if you use yours in your bedroom. For everyday cleaning of the air, youre probably best off leaving the air purifier running on low, only kicking it up to high at certain times when the air is murkier, like after you cook. What is a HEPA filter? A HEPA filter is a type of particle filter. Every air purifier has a particle filter, but not all are considered true HEPA filters. The specifications are determined by the US Department of Energy and require a minimum efficiency of 99.97 percent when filtering airborne particles of 0.3 microns. HEPA filters can remove dust, pollen, mold and bacteria. Check out more from our spring cleaning guide. This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/home/smart-home/best-air-purifier-120040002.html?src=rss
5 style lessons to learn from Mickey Mouse as he turns 97
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Not Delhi, Agra or Jaipur: Foreign tourist calls this Indian city the most well-designed
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away Center Launches in Bengaluru: A New Era of Intentional Coworking Begins in Koramangala
away Center , Indias first wellness-forward coworking brand, has opened its doors in Koramangala, marking the brands entry into Bengalurus dynamic startup and creative ecosystem.away is a design-led workspace rooted in wellness and culture. The new hub signals a conscious reimagining of what coworking can and should feel like. away Centre in Bengaluru As the coworking industry across India pivots toward managed offices and mass-scale expansion, away represents a return to meaning. Built for founders and professionals who seek purpose and presence in their work, each away hub is intentionally capped under 20,000 sq. ft., ensuring a balance of intimacy, design quality, and community depth. The Koramangala center embodies this philosophy with natural light-filled layouts, spacious per-person zones, and an integrated caf front that invites both members and visitors into its rhythm. Coworking doesnt need more square footage, it needs more soul. The industry scaled fast, and somewhere along the way, intention got replaced by occupancy dashboards. away brings back what truly matters: design that inspires, communities that care, and systems that build better teams, not just bigger offices. Bengalurus energy, talent, and entrepreneurial clarity make it the perfect city to lead this movement toward intentional, conscious workspaces , said Udbhav Jalan, Founder, away Center . The Koramangala hub introduces a new vocabulary for workspaces: Stillness Rooms and Meditation Cornersthat anchor focus and mental clarity; Private Studios, Open Stations, and Enterprise Suites that adapt to different work modes; and a Reset Bar that doubles as the communitys cultural heart. The cafe, open to non-members, serves barista-crafted coffee and a wellness-aligned menu designed in collaboration with Food Maki and Shooketh Bakery, celebrating balance, nourishment, and connection. aways programming goes beyond convenience, fostering an environment of shared growth and introspection. Weekly yoga sessions, daily meditations, and curated cultural evenings, ranging from acoustic gigs to wellness workshops, form the backbone of its community model. The brands embedded wellness ecosystem also offers access to executive coaches, therapists, and mindfulness mentors on demand. The Bengaluru launch follows aways successful debut in Vizag earlier this year, with upcoming hubs in Hyderabad, Gurgaon, and a second Vizag location by early 2026. Each location operates on aways Nano-GCC model, a distributed network of high-quality, human-scale workspaces that allow companies to build small, autonomous teams in Tier 2 and 3 cities. By blending premium infrastructure with conscious culture, away helps organizations scale meaningfully while keeping opportunity close to home. In a city that has always celebrated innovation and individuality, aways arrival marks the beginning of a more mindful chapter, where work, culture, and consciousness coexist with intent. Location: Eterna, 100 Feet Rd, KHB Colony, Industrial Area, Properties,#9, Koramangala, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560095 Website: www.away.center Instagram: @away.to.be
'Agra' controversy: 46 indie filmmakers demand 'fair access' to theaters
A group of 46 independent filmmakers has issued a joint statement highlighting systemic barriers in India's theatrical and OTT exhibition landscape.
Alaya Fs night elixir revealed: The simple drink helps detox and debloat
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Priyanka Chopra calls working with Mahesh Babu, Rajamouli in Varanasi a privilege
Mumbai: As movie buffs await the release of Varanasi, Global sensation Priyanka Chopra called working with Tollywood heartthrobs Mahesh Babu and Prithviraj Sukumaran, and acclaimed director SS Rajamouli a privilege. Sharing a string of photos with Mahesh Babu, Rajamouli, and Prithviraj on her Instagram handle, PeeCee wrote, Working with these two legends of the Telugu Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
ITR forms, rules under new I-T Act to be notified by Jan 2026
PTI | New Delhi The I-T department will by January notify the ITR forms and rules under the simplified Income Tax Act, 2025, which will come into effect from next fiscal beginning April 1, Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) chief Ravi Agrawal said on Monday. The intent of the department is to keep the []
Kanu Behl's Agra denied shows: 46 indie filmmakers demand fair access to theatres
Kanu Behl's Agra denied shows: 46 indie filmmakers demand fair access to theatres
Odia music industry mourns the untimely death of renowned singer Humane Sagar at 34. Admitted to AIIMS Bhubaneswar on October 14, he succumbed to multi-organ dysfunction syndrome on November 17. His final Instagram post, a passionate rendition of Bhagya Rekha, has gone viral, becoming an emotional tribute to his enduring legacy.
Virtual traffic court disposes of over 2 lakh challans in Kashmir
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Schools, teachers are posting videos of students online: Here is why parents should be concerned
This Deepavali, amid the Hindi-speaking meme trendsetters in Swiggy Indias advertisement, appeared a small burst of Tamil storm. With her two neatly folded braids tied in bright yellow ribbons, the three-foot-tall figure that hopped in and out of the frame was none other than Siva Dharshini. The believe yourself fame gained widespread attention when classroom reels of her, shot in a government school in Madurai, started circulating online. Her confident expressions and joyful engagement won over viewers. Siva Dharshini, however, isnt the only child who pops up on our feeds. There are countless other classroom videos of children explaining math, showing off clay art, or sharing skills they learnt at school. From up north, there are even videos of children cheerfully telling the camera what they brought for lunch or even announcing who their favourite Bollywood heroes are. And just days before Swiggy Indias ad was released, another classroom video went viral: a teacher asks her students to step forward one by one and share their holiday plans. The first child says hell visit his ooru and cut a cake for his younger brother; when the teacher asks endha ooru? he innocently names his village. One by one, each child is made to repeat the same drill on camera, revealing how and where they plan on spending their holidays. What these seemingly harmless classroom videos reveal is the growing trend of Indian schools both public and private and their teachers steadily expanding the digital footprint of young students and sometimes even exposing vital demographic details that can give strangers access to these children. While theres growing discussion about why parents should think twice before posting their children online or pushing them toward the child-influencer track, far less is said about schools doing the same. Somehow, parents dont seem to recognise that the risks are no different. Do you consent? Only one out of the six parents CE spoke to said that their childs school had asked for consent before posting pictures of their child on the schools social media accounts. It wasnt a separate consent form. It was simply a multiple-choice question, says Vyas Srinivasan, a parent. The issue starts here, Stegana Jency, director of Centre for Child Rights and Development, notes. It is good if schools are asking for parental consent, but does it count if they are not allowing the parents to make an informed choice? The answer is no. The consent form, at all costs, needs to explicitly state the risks that are associated with posting photographs and videos to their openly available and accessible accounts on the Internet, she explains, adding that schools dont even include a simple note in their captions asking others not to reuse the content without authorisation even if such a disclaimer may offer little legal protection in case of mishaps. Another parent said that their childs school had a policy of not taking classroom photographs or pictures, but that they do post photos and videos from celebrations, annual day, and sports day. They dont really ask consent, but its understandable, I guess. Four other parents, meanwhile, said that their respective wards schools took classroom photos and videos that were used for internal purposes, such as the schools newsletters. But when asked whether the school had provided any documentation assuring that these photos and videos wouldnt be repurposed or that they would take responsibility if they were parents said no such assurances were given. One of them even questioned, What could possibly go wrong? A 2024 New York Times investigation found that on Telegram, groups of men were openly sharing fantasies about sexually abusing minors featured on Instagram and praising how easily the platform made such images accessible. In these exchanges, paedophiles compared Instagram to a candy store. Childrens clear photographs in these wrong hands can be even more dangerous in the face of AI, says Rahul Roy, a Machine Learning Camera Systems Engineer. Four or five years back, AI models were not as good, and they needed a huge amount of data and per-person training to generate a convincing deepfake. That was why deepfakes worked only on celebrities, because they had a significant online presence. Now, in 2025, AI models have become so much better. These state-of-the-art models only need some features of the face to generate very convincing deepfakes, Rahul warns. Vinod Arumugam, a cyber social activist, elucidates, When schools post photos or videos of children on social media, anyone who downloads it can see the location details that can pave the way to any kind of attack. When schools also post over a period of time, a lot of data becomes available to easily track a child. The classroom videos can sometimes reveal far more than intended the school they attend, its location, their class, their names, and even details on visible ID cards such as blood group or parents phone numbers. Together, this information can make families vulnerable to targeted cyberattacks too, Vinod adds. Ridicule and crime But cybercrime isnt the only danger. Children are also exposed to ridicule. Since many schools and teachers dont make active efforts to remove or report re-uploads, these videos are often reused for mockery. Even Siva Dharshini faced derision for her looks and voice. Meme pages routinely exploit childrens clips, adding comments like Bunty, tu slow hai kya? to shame those who appear shy or introverted. Children may not grasp this harassment now, but the digital trail can follow them and hurt them when theyre older, Stegana flags. She even cites a recent extreme case in which 16 children were sexually abused at a childrens home. Once the incident surfaced, their identities were put at serious risk and the media was able to trace and expose photographs of the survivors, which is in violation of POCSO, through the homes social media account. Thankfully we had them taken down quickly, but this is a clear example of how things can go out of hand in such extreme cases, she adds. And how does the vulnerability ladder work? Firstly, children are automatically the most vulnerable. Secondly, their gender often shapes the level of risk they face in cases of sexual abuse, but it doesnt end there. Class and caste also play a major role, with children from lower-income or marginalised caste backgrounds being more frequently targeted. The same hierarchy fuels ridicule too those with the least power are often attacked the most. So is it right to argue that schools should never photograph or film children? Child-rights activists, cyber-safety experts, and AI researchers say the answer is more nuanced. Stegana says, We arent asking schools and teachers to completely refrain from the practice, but are only urging them to do so safely, by protecting the identity of children wherever necessary. There is a need to evolve a protocol and bring about a clear policy to safeguard children on this front. Vinod adds that his push is towards a more integrated framework that includes four stakeholders the state, media, respective institutions, and people. The state should bring in a policy, the media should question and keep the policy in check, and the institutions and people should be more aware of the risks and abide by the policy, he said. Where AI is concerned, there is a need for the law to protect citizens better, believes Rahul. Yes, photos are being used to train AI models, but we cant prevent that. Mathematically speaking, AI models are not copying any data but using the data to learn the weights inside it so that it can come up with a probability distribution. From a technological point of view, it is good that such a tool exists, but it is up to our government and lawmakers to protect us from misuse, he concludes. Safeguard children from AI-related attacks Do not upload high-resolution photos or videos on the internet, as AI models need high-resolution photos to work on. Do not upload a photo or video which has a clear view of the face. It is harder for the model to extract features from the face if it is clicked from a different angle. There are tools to add some noise or watermark to the face, which ruins the features of the face in vector space but is very subtle to the human eye. Since AI models work in vector space, this will make it harder for the model to work with images. Tips to protect children better Blur or mask faces Avoid showing ID cards, name tags, or uniform badges Remove personal details such as notebooks, labels, timetables, or anything with names, phone numbers, or addresses Never post children answering personal questions Do not share real-time content especially when children are on a field trip Avoid capturing children in vulnerable moments Turn off location tagging and remove geotags
Riddhima and Samara escape mid-air scare just hours ago
Riddhima Kapoor Sahni shared a frightening experience on Monday, opening up about a moment that left her and daughter Samara Sahni shaken during a recent flight. Just hours after the incident, she took to Instagram Stories to describe how their plane touched down and then abruptly lifted back into the sky a manoeuvre known as a go-around, usually carried out for safety reasons. Thankfully, the mother-daughter duo escaped without harm.
Facebook rolls out new tools for creators to track accounts stealing their content
Creators on Facebook and Instagram have long griped about accounts that lift their videos without permission. Now, Meta is rolling out a new tool that allows creators to more easily track when their videos have been reposted by others. The company introduced a new tool for creators called content protection , which can automatically detect when a creator's original reel is reposted, either fully or partially, on Facebook or Instagram. Creators who are enrolled will be able to see which accounts have shared their work and will be able to take a range of actions on the clip. Available actions include track, which allows the creator to add a label indicating the clip originally came from their account. In addition to the link back, creators will also be able to keep tabs on the number of views it's getting. Creators can also opt to block a clip entirely, which will prevent anyone else from being able to view the reel. (Meta notes choosing this option won't impose additional penalties on the account that lifted the original content.) Finally, creators can choose to release the video, which removes it from their dashboard so they will no longer have any visibility into how it's performing. The dashboard tracks instances of reused content, Meta The dashboard also provides some other details that could help creators decide how to respond. For example, they can see whether the video using their content is being monetized, which may influence their decision to track with attribution or block entirely. On the other hand, if a reel was lifted from an account with few followers, they may opt to simply keep an eye on it. Meta has already offered Facebook creators some of these abilities in the past through its rights manager platform, but the company says making the features available directly in the Facebook app will make it accessible to more people. Notably, the company is only offering content protection to creators who share reels on Facebook. So even though the feature will detect copycats on Instagram, it will only do so if the original video has been posted to Facebook. Meta says content protection is rolling out now to creators in its monetization program who meet enhanced integrity and originality standards as well as those already using rights manager. Creators can also apply for access directly. This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/social-media/facebook-rolls-out-new-tools-for-creators-to-track-accounts-stealing-their-content-201020255.html?src=rss
UPEIDA has plans to reduce maximum vehicular speed limit on the Agra-Lucknow Expressway from the current 120 km/h. Apart from limiting speed on highways, the UPEIDA also plans to implement other measures like conducting a safety audit of the e-way, recording of accidents via drones and more.
I-T return forms, rules under simplified Income Tax Act, 2025 to be released by January 2026
The Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) will release simplified Income Tax return forms and rules for the new Income Tax Act, 2025, by January 2026. Chairman Ravi Agrawal assured that budgeted income tax collection targets will be met, attributing refund delays to system-flagged high-value transactions and ongoing analysis of claims.
MHA issues advisory against online scams, flags fake social media ads as key concern
NEW DELHI: The Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has issued an advisory requesting people to beware of fraudulent investment schemes, fake job offers and other online scams. The I4C under the MHA stated in the advisory that, in most of such advertisements, scamsters use deepfake videos to misguide the users leading to devastating financial losses for victims across the country who could be deceived by convincing visuals, false claims and professional-looking online pages. The advisory also highlighted a few cases of cyber fraud. In a recent case, a 25-year-old medical representative from Ahmedabad lost Rs 44 lakh in a trading scam that began with an Instagram advertisement. Drawn by the promise of high returns, he joined a Telegram group managed by fraudsters posing as financial advisers. The group initially showed rising profits on screen to build confidence before the victims entire investment suddenly disappeared, the advisory said. In another case, a 40-year-old woman from Ashok Vihar in Delhi lost Rs 21 lakh after falling for a fraudulent stock trading advertisement on social media. She had downloaded a fraudulent mobile application that closely resembled a legitimate brokerage platform. At first, small profits appeared in her account, convincing her of its authenticity. She was then added to a WhatsApp group of more than one hundred members where a woman posing as an expert guided her on investments. Believing the scheme to be genuine, she transferred money across three different bank accounts in Punjab, Bengal and Odisha. When she declined to invest a further Rs 70 lakh, she was blocked from the application and realised she had been cheated, the MHA said. Similarly, a student from Rohini lost more than Rs 1.4 lakh in a fake cashback scheme promoted through social media. Lured by promises of commissions via QR codes, she continued transferring money in the hope of recovering earlier payments. After a friend alerted her, she lodged a cyber fraud complaint and froze her account, recovering Rs 40,000. But by then she had lost Rs 1 lakh, the advisory said. More to these cases of scams relating to work from home have also been reported, the MHA said, while noting that these incidents share a common pattern: fake advertisements, social media manipulation and rapid movement of funds across several accounts to make recovery difficult. The MHA said, even as the I4C continues to monitor and counter these threats by working with law enforcement agencies and digital platforms, people are advised to stay alert and avoid responding to unsolicited investment schemes, cashback offers or part-time job messages circulating online. Any suspicious activity should be reported immediately through the National Cyber Crime Reporting Portal ( www.cybercrime.gov.in ) or by calling the 1930 helpline, which has enabled the recovery of significant amounts for victims nationwide, the MHA said, while asking people to remain alert and aware and follow only the official social media handle CYBERDOST on all leading social media platforms.
U.S. trade deal: First tranche dealing with reciprocal tariffs to be closed soon, says govt official
Commerce Secretary and chief negotiator for India on the Bilateral Trade Agreement Rajesh Agrawal travelled to Washington with his team for the sixth round of negotiations on October 15-17, indicating that tensions were easing.
Huma and Rachit spark relationship rumours after Himeshs concert
Actress Huma Qureshi and rumoured boyfriend Rachit Singh were seen together at a Himesh Reshammiya concert. They held hands and shared a kiss, sparking fan excitement. Rachit later praised Huma's performances in 'Maharani Season 4' and 'Delhi Crime Season 3' on Instagram. Videos from the concert show them enjoying each other's company.
Alia MISSING from Ranbir's Dining With The Kapoors trailer; Actress reacts
Alia Bhatt reacted to the Dining With The Kapoors trailer after fans noticed her absence, sharing it on Instagram and writing, This is going to be too much fun. The Netflix documentary, featuring Kareena Kapoor Khan, Ranbir Kapoor, and others, celebrates the Kapoor familys bond, food, and Raj Kapoors 100th birth anniversary.
Actress Meera Vasudevan has announced her divorce from husband Vipin Puthiyankam, marking her entry into what she calls the most peaceful phase of her life. Having been officially single since August 2025, Vasudevan, known for her roles in Malayalam television and films, shared this personal update on Instagram, signaling a new chapter of calm and strength.
Why Men Are Ditching Designer Cologne: The Rise of Niche Fragrances Shaking Up the Industry
Men are abandoning mass-market designer colognes for unique, high-quality niche fragrances that offer individuality, artistry, and exclusivity.
Allu Arjuns phone wallpaper viral: Whats the hidden message?
Hyderabad: Tollywood star Allu Arjun once again proved why he is one of the most disciplined and admired actors in the country. On November 16, his gym trainer Lloyd Stevens shared a short 15-second workout clip on Instagram. The video showed Allu Arjun running on a treadmill, but fans noticed something more interesting. His phone Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
A young farmer from Madhya Pradesh, Shivani Pawar, gained national attention after her Instagram video revealed a remarkable 1.09 lakh profit from a single month's coriander harvest. Her success highlights the crop's low investment, fast turnover, and strong market demand, inspiring other small farmers to explore quick-cycle farming for improved income.
Hope to achieve 25.2 lakh crore income tax collection target for FY26: CBDT chief
Chairman Ravi Agrawal says low-value refunds being released; high-value claims under review
Thank you for this great honour, says Sai Pallavi after receiving Kalaimamani Award
Chennai: Actress Sai Pallavi, who recently received the Tamil Nadu governments prestigious Kalaimamani Award from Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin, has now penned a note of gratitude for the honour. Taking to her Instagram pages, Sai Pallavi, who posted pictures including one of her holding the certificate proudly while standing next to her Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Kanu Behl on Agra getting limited screens: It's time people speak up
Kanu Behl on Agra getting limited screens: It's time people speak up
India hopeful of meeting FY26 direct tax collection target: CBDT Chairman
India is confident it will meet its direct tax collection target of 25.2 trillion ($284.39 billion) for this financial year, Ravi Agrawal, chairman of the Central Board of Direct Taxes, said on Monday.
Nick Jonas lauds the team of Priyanka Chopra-starrer Varanasi
Nick Jonas took to his Instagram Stories to share his excitement about Priyanka Chopra`s upcoming time travel movie Varanasi and gush over her look from the Globetrotter event
On September 20, an Instagram post that read Hold your ground. November is about to roar! surfaced the Internet. The account that posted this announcement was of the Jewellers and Diamond Traders Association Madras. The association presented a cricket league titled Jewellers Champion League (JCL) season 1.0. Cricket is a religion in India and that is why jewellers were called on to participate in a one of its kind competition, says Balaji, publicity and marketing at Challani Jewellers. Backed by Jayantilal Challani and the idea that jewellers should come together beyond the bi-yearly hosted jewellery exhibition, this competition was envisioned. It (JCL) is not only about cricket but to understand other business factors what is going on in the market, what is the mood of the clients, etc., shared Balaji. Held over the weekend, the event was inaugurated by Pramod Chordia, chairman, JITO Chennai Plus, and graced AM Vikramaraja, president, Tamil Nadu Traders Federation. Yathish Saklecha from Prakash Golds said, This competition is for people in the jewellery market to connect. Restricted to jewellers in Chennai, this is also an event to bring in the next generation into the business. Majorly a networking event, the Hotfut SPR Sports ground at B&C Mills saw jewellers in colourful jerseys padded for a game. Twenty teams from various jewellery brands, including JJ Jewellery Mart, Suswani Jewellers, JR Gold Craft, Bipin Jewellers, BN Marlecha Silver, Parshvi Jewels, and more, participated in the day-long game. This is basically a weekend to develop relationships, both business by sharing trends and the market state and personal by getting to know each other, shared Yathish. According to Balaji, Mr Jayantilal wanted to give jewellers events of more than just an interaction, but also fun-filled. The organisers believe this event to be a space to exchange ideas, build trust, and strengthen every jewellers local network.
Yes to sisterhood: B'luru collective redefines female bonding
While stereotypes may dictate that girls and womens friendships are tinged with envy, competitiveness, or superficiality, those of us who actually have them would vouch for those friends who have stuck through failures and heartbreaks, and been the supportive light we desperately needed. 25-year-old Rhythm Verma, having grown up in all-girls schools and colleges, has had plenty of those, and with the intention of spreading this joy, started Scarlet Social Club, a woman-only space. In a city like Bengaluru, where we have so many people coming from all over India, its very difficult to make friends. The intention isnt to be against mixed gender groups or men. It is to create an intimate group of women where we can have conversations that everyone relates to and foster female friendships, she explains. Rhythm and her team of five curate a different experience each week, many inspired by trends on social media. So far, theyve done everything from horse riding and picnics to junk journaling, vision boarding, cake decorating and pizza-making workshops. We just wanted to get girls out of their houses and make them experience all these things that they keep saving in their phones to try, says Verma, explaining that she incorporates elements that encourage genuine connections that go beyond the event day. In the first picnic that we had, we had a scavenger hunt and made flower bouquets, but we also had time to sit down and talk. At the end, we wrote love letters to each other, mentioning qualities we liked in each other. These are the aspects that make it so wholesome and feminine, says Verma. The events usually have a fun dress-code too, giving participants an opportunity to go all out with their looks, breaking out the beautiful clothes stashed away for special occasions and never used. At a recent event, the group donned elaborate traditional wear for a pizza-making workshop. I get questions like can we wear these kinds of clothes? and always tell them not to care about how revealing it is, but about how they feel in what theyre wearing. Since its going to be 30 other women, no ones going to judge you. As the club has gained traction since early this year, when it started, Verma points out one thing that has really stuck with her the diverse age groups of women who enthusiastically turn up each weekend. We recently had a mom-daughter duo who came with the latters childhood friend. As we grow, Im seeing a lot of older women coming in and theyre absolutely loving it. Registrations will be announced on @scarlet.socialclub on Instagram
An excited Big B shares billboards with Abhishek, Akshay and SRK
Bollywood icon Amitabh Bachchan, celebrated for his humility, showcased his latest post on Instagram that featured billboards for the Filmfare Awards displaying his son Abhishek Bachchan, along with Akshay Kumar and Shah Rukh Khan. The post included a photo of Amitabh standing in front of his own billboard, reflecting his excitement with the caption: T []
On November 16, the actress shared a note on her Instagram handle, along with the WhatsApp details of the impersonator.
Indian woman outraged after being served non-veg burger at Malaysian McDonalds
An Indian tourist was outraged after she was allegedly served a non-vegetarian burger at the Kuala Lumpur International Airports McDonalds outlet. A video posted by youngn.lost on Instagram shows the woman confronting the staff, saying, I am from India, how can you? Appearing on the verge of tears, says she is a regular customer of Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Indian man carries 20 chairs on bike, surprises Polish traveller
A traveller from Poland was impressed by a man carrying 20 chairs on a bike in India, exemplifying the Indian Jugaad. Jugaad is the Indian term that describes the skills people use to overcome problems in any situation. The Polish traveller, Dominika Patalas-Kalra, shared a reel on her Instagram with a caption, India is not Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Aditi Rao Hydari warns of her WhatsApp impersonator
Mumbai: Actress Aditi Rao Hydari, who was last seen in the streaming series Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar, has issued a statement saying that someone is impersonating her on the messaging platform WhatsApp. On Saturday, the actress took to her Instagram, and shared a note along with the WhatsApp details of the impersonator. She wrote, I Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
'End Is Beginning': Maharashtra Teen's Final Instagram Post Before Dying By Suicide
The boy, identified as Yogesh Ashok Khyage, lived in Sushil Nagar with his parents and worked at a local bakery
India, EAEU reviews roadmap for proposed trade agreement
On August 20 this year, India and the Eurasian Economic Union bloc inked terms of reference to start formal negotiations for a proposed free trade agreement. Commerce Secretary Rajesh Agrawal has visited Moscow last week to hold talks with Minister in charge of Trade of the Eurasian Economic Commission Andrey Slepnev and Russian Deputy Minister of Industry and Trade Mikhail Yurin.
California based gastroenterologist Dr Pal Manickam has shared a new list of his top five non vegetarian protein sources, highlighting lean beef, white fish, shrimp, egg whites and chicken breast. In his latest Instagram post, he emphasises that while these foods offer high quality protein, they must be paired with fiber for better digestion and nutrient absorption. Linking the video to his earlier vegetarian protein report, he reiterates that gut health depends on balanced, fiber rich eating.
Maharashtra Teen Changes Instagram Bio To End Is Beginning, Dies By Suicide
An 18-year-old boy from Maharashtra's Solapur died by suicide after posting a end is beginning note on Instagram.
Even Best City Has Flaws: Video Of Puddle-Filled Street In New York Goes Viral
The Instagram user recorded a video while strolling through the busy streets of Manhattan.
Commerce Secretary Rajesh Agrawal held crucial talks in Moscow to accelerate the India-EAEU Free Trade Agreement, aiming to boost bilateral trade to $100 billion by 2030. Discussions focused on diversifying trade, strengthening supply chains, and expanding Indian exports through industrial collaboration, with specific attention to sectors like pharmaceuticals and machinery.
Maharashtra: Suspicious bag causes scare in Nashik; police find nothing alarming
Amid heightened security concerns across the country following recent blast-related incidents, panic spread in Maharashtras Nashik city on Sunday morning after an unattended bag was spotted near the Indiranagar underpass along the MumbaiAgra national highway
Mahesh Babu remembers father Krishna on his 3rd death anniversary
Ahead of the Globetrotter event, Mahesh Babu remembered his late father Krishna on his 3rd death anniversary. Sharing a nostalgic photo on Instagram, he penned an emotional note, saying hes thinking of him more today and knows his nanna would be proud
Ankita Lokhande pens a heartfelt birthday wish for Sushant Singh Rajput`s sister
Actress Ankita Lokhande wished Sushant Singh Rajputs sister Shweta Singh a heartfelt happy birthday on Instagram. Ankita and Sushant, who met on the sets of Pavitra Rishta and dated from 2010 to 2016, parted ways years before Sushants death in 2020
Kayla Nicole faces backlash for an apology regarding past bigoted tweets. Critics claim her Instagram statement, flagged as AI-generated by detection tools, lacks sincerity. Nicole expressed shame for her old posts, stating her current values are rooted in love and respect, but the AI accusation has fueled debate on responsibility and authenticity.
Padma Shri Saalumarada Thimmakka laid to rest with full state honours in Bengaluru
BENGALURU: Padma Shri awardee and environment ambassador Saalumarada Thimmakka was laid to rest with full state honours at Kalagrama on Jnanabharathi campus of the Bangalore University on Saturday. Thimmakka set an example for the world by conserving the environment by planting hundreds of trees long before the Environmental Protection Act was enforced and the impact of ecological destruction on human life became a global topic of debate. Her mortal remains were kept for public viewing at Ravindra Kalakshetra on Saturday morning, where thousands gathered to pay their final respects to the iconic environmentalist. She planted 385 trees and became fondly known as Vruksha Maate. Her last rites were performed by her adopted son Umesh as per Lingayat tradition at Kalagrama, with full state honours that included a three-round gun salute. A musical tribute was also paid during her last rites. Karnataka mourns the loss of eco-warrior Salumarada Thimmakka at 114 Padma Shri awardee Salumarada Thimmakka, a beloved figure and an inspiration to the entire state, is no longer with us, said Home Minister G Parameshwara. He noted that Thimmakka created a path no one had tred before and demonstrated her commitment to environmental protection through her actions. Long before global forums discussed the impact of environmental destruction, she had already given the world a powerful message on conservation, he said. Union Minister Shobha Karandlaje said she proved that even a woman from a small village without any formal education could achieve national recognition through compassion and dedication to nature. Her lifes work, she said, will inspire future generations. Union Minister V Somanna and MLA HC Balakrishna were present at the funeral.https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/karnataka/2025/Nov/15/thimmakkas-green-legacy-continues-to-shape-young-minds-through-karnataka-school-textbooks Thimmakkas green legacy continues to shape young minds through Karnataka school textbooks
A viral Instagram reel has spotlighted a Bengaluru momo stall's impressive daily earnings. The video claims the seller makes significantly more than many college graduates. This has ignited widespread discussion online, with many viewers expressing surprise and disbelief at the reported income. Read on to know how he makes Rs 31 lakh a month.
UP: HC denies granting protection to live-in couple, says woman still married
Prayagraj: The Allahabad High Court has refused to grant protection to a live-in couple, noting that the woman was still married to another man and the freedom of one person cannot encroach or outweigh the legal right of another. Justice Vivek Kumar Singh, while dismissing the writ petition, said no law-abiding citizen, who is already Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Thane: Police Arrest Instagram Influencer for Cheating Women of Lakhs on Pretext of Marriage
The IPL Player Auction: Top Indian players, including Shubman Gill, Rishabh Pant, K.L. Rahul, M.S. Dhoni, Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Hardik Pandya, and ARshdeep Singh, were among those retained by their respective franchises while big names like Andre Russell, Glenn Maxwell, Faf du Plessis, Adam Zampa, and Davis Miller were released as the retention window closed ahead of next month's mini-auction for the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026. The biggest trade was for Rajasthan Royals' wicketkeeper-batman/captain Sanju Samson, which saw him go to five-time champion Chennai Super Kings in exchange for Ravindra Jadeja and Sam Curran. India's 2023 ODI World Cup hero Mohammed Shami was picked by Lucknow Super Giants among other major moves. The player retention window for the IPL 2026 season closed on Saturday with all 10 franchises confirming their retained players ahead of the auction. Across teams, a total of 173 players have been retained, including 49 overseas players. A combined purse of 237.55 crore will be available at the auction for a total of 77 player slots. With each team allowed to have a maximum squad of 25 players, Punjab Kings have opted to retain 21 players, the most among the 10 franchises, while Mumbai Indians and Gujarat Titans have retained 20 players each. Three-time winners Kolkata Knight Riders retained the least number of players, 12, while Sunrisers Hyderabad were second with 15 players. Five-time winners Chennai Super Kings retained only 17 players, including four overseas, while Delhi Capitals opted for 17 (3 overseas). The IPL Player Auction will take place on December 16 at the Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi. Heading into the auction, Kolkata Knight Riders will have a purse of 64.3 crore, the largest among the group, to fill a maximum of 13 slots with six overseas spots available. Chennai Super Kings will have the second-biggest kitty of 43.4 crore to fill a maximum of nine available slots. List of players retained by the franchises: Chennai Super Kings (CSK) 16 players retained | 4 overseas | Total spent: 81.60 | Cap remaining: 43.40 Anshul Kamboj, Gurjapneet Singh, *Jamie Overton, MS Dhoni, Mukesh Choudhary, *Nathan Ellis, *Noor Ahmad, Ramakrishna Ghosh, Sanju Samson (T), Ruturaj Gaikwad, Shivam Dube, Shreyas Gopal, Syed Khaleel Ahmed, Ayush Mhatre, *Dewald Brevis, Urvil Patel. Delhi Capitals (DC) 17 players retained | 3 overseas | Total spent: 103.20 | Cap remaining: 21.80 Abhishek Porel, Ajay Mandal, Ashutosh Sharma, Axar Patel, *Dushmantha Chameera, Karun Nair, KL Rahul, Kuldeep Yadav, Madhav Tiwari, *Mitchell Starc, Mukesh Kumar, Nitish Rana (T), Sameer Rizvi, T. Natarajan, Tripurana Vijay, *Tristan Stubbs, Vipraj Nigam. Gujarat Titans (GT) 20 players retained | 4 overseas | Total spent: 112.10 | Cap remaining: 12.90 Anuj Rawat, *Glenn Phillips, Gurnoor Singh Brar, Ishant Sharma, Jayant Yadav, *Jos Buttler, *Kagiso Rabada, Kumar Kushagra, Manav Suthar, Mohammad Siraj, Mohd. Arshad Khan, Nishant Sindhu, Prasidh Krishna, R. Sai Kishore, Rahul Tewatia, *Rashid Khan, Sai Sudharsan, Shahrukh Khan, Shubman Gill, Washington Sundar. Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) 12 players retained | 2 overseas | Total spent: 60.70 | Cap remaining: 64.30 Ajinkya Rahane, Angkrish Raghuvanshi, Anukul Roy, Harshit Rana, Manish Pandey, Ramandeep Singh, Rinku Singh, *Rovman Powell, *Sunil Narine, Umran Malik, Vaibhav Arora, Varun Chakaravarthy Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) 19 players retained | 4 overseas | Total spent: 102.05 | Cap remaining: 22.95 Abdul Samad, *Aiden Markram, Akash Singh, Arjun Tendulkar (T), Arshin Kulkarni, Avesh Khan, Ayush Badoni, Digvesh Rathi, Himmat Singh, Manimaran Siddharth, *Matthew Breetzke, Mayank Yadav, Md Shami (T), *Mitchell Marsh, Mohsin Khan, *Nicholas Pooran, Prince Yadav, Rishabh Pant, Shahbaz Ahmed Mumbai Indians (MI) 20 players retained | 7 overseas | Total spent: 122.25 | Cap remaining: 2.75 *Allah Ghazanfar, Ashwani Kumar, *Corbin Bosch, Deepak Chahar, Hardik Pandya, Jasprit Bumrah, Mayank Markande (T), *Mitchell Santner, Naman Dhir, Raghu Sharma, Raj Angad Bawa, Robin Minz, Rohit Sharma, *Ryan Rickelton, Shardul Thakur (T), *Sherfane Rutherford (T), Suryakumar Yadav, Tilak Verma, *Trent Boult, *Will Jacks Punjab Kings (PBKS) 21 players retained | 6 overseas | Total spent: 113.50 | Cap remaining: 11.50 Arshdeep Singh, *Azmatullah Omarzai, Harnoor Pannu, Harpreet Brar, *Lockie Ferguson, *Marco Jansen, *Marcus Stoinis, *Mitch Owen, Musheer Khan, Nehal Wadhera, Prabhsimran Singh, Priyansh Arya, Pyla Avinash, Shashank Singh, Shreyas Iyer, Suryansh Shedge, Vishnu Vinod, Vyshak Vijaykumar, *Xavier Bartlett, Yash Thakur, Yuzvendra Chahal Rajasthan Royals (RR) 16 players retained | 7 overseas | Total spent: 108.95 | Cap remaining: 16.05 Dhruv Jurel, *Donovan Ferreira (T), *Jofra Archer, *Kwena Maphaka, *Lhuan-Dre Pretorious, *Nandre Burger, Ravindra Jadeja (T), Riyan Parag, *Sam Curran (T), Sandeep Sharma, *Shimron Hetmyer, Shubham Dubey, Tushar Deshpande, Vaibhav Suryavanshi, Yashaswi Jaiswal, Yudhvir Charak Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) 17 players retained | 6 overseas | Total spent: 108.60 | Cap remaining: 16.40 Abhinandan Singh, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Devdutt Padikkal, *Jacob Bethell, Jitesh Sharma, *Josh Hazlewood, Krunal Pandya, *Nuwan Thushara, *Phil Salt, Rajat Patidar, Rasikh Dar, *Romario Shepherd, Suyash Sharma, Swapnil Singh, *Tim David, Virat Kohli, Yash Dayal Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) 15 players retained | 6 overseas | Total spent: 99.50 | Cap remaining: 25.50 Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) Also Read: LIVE Cricket Score Notes: Amounts are in crores, while * denotes overseas players. Article Source: IANS
Smelling this fragrance can instantly improve focus, and no, its not coffee
You wouldnt expect a simple scent to change the way your brain works. Yet researchers say one everyday fragrance may secretly supercharge your mind. The best part is that this surprising brain enhancer isnt a rare herb, a lab-made compound, or an expensive supplement. It is something most of us have encountered countless times without a second thought.
Aam Aadmi Party's Rojgar DoSamajik Nyay Do padyatra continued in Uttar Pradesh, with Sanjay Singh leading the march through Sultanpur. Local residents raised concerns about employment, ASHA workers highlighted honorarium issues, and Singh emphasized the district's neglected infrastructure and healthcare. The 13-day march aims to cover 200 km, concluding in Prayagraj.
Instagram Creator Shows How A Momo Vendor Makes Over Rs 30 Lakh A Month
Instagram creator Cassy Pareira shared a viral video revealing how a busy momo stall earns over Rs 1 lakh a day, reigniting online debate about real-world earnings versus traditional degrees.
Indian-Origin CEO Stopped By FBI Despite O-1 Visa, Slams Rising US Xenophobia
In an Instagram post, he criticised rising fearmongering and anti-immigrant rhetoric in the country, expressing concern over America's increasingly hostile climate toward visitors and long-term contributors.
IPL 2026: Gujarat Titans Retain Core Squad With Gill, Buttler, And Sudharsan
Indian Premier League: Gujarat Titans have doubled down on continuity ahead of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 season, retaining a powerful core featuring captain Shubman Gill, Jos Buttler, Rahul Tewatia, Rashid Khan, Mohammed Siraj and Kagiso Rabada, as the franchise submitted its final list of retained and released players to the BCCI before the November 15 deadline. After a largely stable Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 campaignwhere GT remained in the top half for most of the league phase before a late dip saw them lose their last three matches, including the Eliminator to Mumbai Indiansthe management has opted for minimal chopping, choosing instead to reinforce its spine for another strong run. A total of 19 players have been retained, including promising youngsters like Sai Sudharsan, Nishant Sindhu, Manav Suthar, and Kumar Kushagra; established all-rounders Washington Sundar, Shahrukh Khan, and Sai Kishore; and a seasoned pace contingent featuring Siraj, Rabada, Prasidh Krishna, and Ishant Sharma. Jayant Yadav and Gurnoor Singh Brar also continue as part of a well-rounded unit. GTs most notable departure comes in the form of West Indies batter Sherfane Rutherford, who has been traded to the Mumbai Indians. The franchise has also released five players: Mahipal Lomror, Karim Janat, Dasun Shanaka, Gerald Coetzee, and Kulwant Khejroliya, marking a relatively small overhaul. With Gill at the helm, Jos Buttler at the top, Rashid in the middle, and SirajRabada spearheading the attack, GT will enter the December mini-auction with clarity, stability, and the freedom to plug only specific gaps. Retained: Shubman Gill (c), Sai Sudharsan, Kumar Kushagra, Anuj Rawat, Jos Buttler, Nishant Sindhu, Washington Sundar, Arshad Khan, Shahrukh Khan, Rahul Tewatia, Kagiso Rabada, Mohammed Siraj, Prasidh Krishna, Ishant Sharma, Gurnoor Singh Brar, Rashid Khan, Manav Suthar, Sai Kishore, Jayant Yadav. With Gill at the helm, Jos Buttler at the top, Rashid in the middle, and SirajRabada spearheading the attack, GT will enter the December mini-auction with clarity, stability, and the freedom to plug only specific gaps. Also Read: LIVE Cricket Score Traded Out: Sherfane Rutherford (to Mumbai Indians) Article Source: IANS
Famous filmmaker Shekhar Kapurs viral post on alien obsession: 'Aliens are searching for us too'
Filmmaker Shekhar Kapur sparked online discussion with his Instagram post questioning humanity's obsession with finding alien life. He suggests the universe is already brimming with intelligence, and our search might be a quest for ego validation. Kapur's perspective shifts the focus from outer space to our inner awareness, resonating with fans.
Man offers digital gutter snan of Ola CEO Bhavish Agarwal
Uttar Pradesh: Famously known as the man who provides Digital Snan, Deepak Goels services amassed a huge following after he offered people all over the world an opportunity for a virtual dip in the holy waters of Sangam, Prayagraj. A journalist by profession, in a recent video, Goel performed a gutter snan for Bhavish Agarwal, Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
BJP Suspends Raj Kumar Singh, Katihar Mayor Wife Over Anti-Party Acts
Ex-Union minister, MLC Ashok Agrawal and Katihar mayor Usha Agrawal face action for backing rival candidate
'Will Keep...': Bhojpuri Star Khesari Lal Yadav's First Reaction After Losing Bihar Election
Hours after the Bihar verdict, Khesari Lal Yadav posted an Instagram picture with a Shiv Mangal Singh 'Suman' poem, reaffirming his belief that the people stand above everything
The video posted by Farah on her Instagram Stories had Sonakshi Sinha, Huma Qureshi, and Rajkummar tapping a foot on the Joote Do Paise Lo track from Sooraj Barjatya's 1994 release Hum Aapke Hain Koun..!.
RajKummar Rao and Patralekhaa on Saturday announced the arrival of their first child, a baby girl, on their fourth wedding anniversary. The couple shared the joyous news on Instagram, calling it their 'greatest blessing'. They had announced their pregnancy in July.
Bollywood stars RajKummar Rao and Patralekhaa have welcomed their first child, a baby girl, on their fourth wedding anniversary. The couple shared the joyous news on Instagram, calling it their greatest blessing. They had previously announced their pregnancy in July with a sweet illustration.
Children's Day rewind: Memories stored in stationeries
Every November 14, we wake up to a wave of nostalgia. Parents posting cute and often embarrassing childhood photos on their WhatsApp status, family and friends spamming groups with messages like Happy Childrens Day to the adults who are still kids at heart, children heading to school without the heavy bags that usually weigh them down, and young adults quietly envying that carefree sight. But nostalgia isnt reserved only for those who grew up in the 70s. It hits harder for Millennials, and more so for Gen Z, whove only recently transitioned from classroom benches to office desks and college deadlines. They may be digital natives whove lived through both the snake game on button phones and the era of Instagram reels, yet, nothing unlocks childhood faster than old-school stationery. They still act as a magical portal. For many, it opens with the clack of a magnetic flap. The multi-functional pencil box remains the ultimate nostalgia trigger, especially for those who treated it like a prized possession. Joshua V still recalls his with precise clarity: The dual side stationery box with magnet doors, which had compartments for each itemanyone who had it was considered cool because it had those buttons to open the compartments. For Sivagami, pencil boxes practically defined childhood status. Those double-sided magnetic pencil boxes, she says, instantly transported to 2002 or 2004, to simpler times. But nothing beat the ones wrapped in pop culture prestige the Hannah Montana stationery. Anyone who had that was elite. Supremely elite. But those boxes were not just a mere show-off; for Udhaya M, hers was a vision board in disguise. Her Disney Princess-themed box, with its many compartments and dispensers, felt almost like a magic box. One school day, she scribbled the name of a college she dreamt of studying at onto a tiny piece of glitter paper and tucked it inside. Years later, she got admitted into that very institution. Almost eight years later, on a random working day the memory struck me and the next day I went home and opened the box and that glitter note with my college name was still in it, she recalls, a quiet reminder that even childhood whims can manifest into fate. Prized possessions From these boxes, the memories naturally spill into what they carried the pens, pencils, sharpeners, and erasers that shaped everyday routines. For Joshua, stationery always arrived with both excitement and responsibility. I always felt that I shouldnt lose it. Id hardly use them because what if the ink runs out or it breaks? he says, remembering his most treasured item: the multi-ink click pen that felt futuristic for its time. Sivagamis prized possession came from abroad a colouring kit that helped her move onto a cool ladder among her area friends. There was a specific magic crayon that could be used to erase the colours on that sheet and recolour it, she says about a feature so unbelievable that no one at school believed it existed. While Sivagamis nostalgia revolves around novelty, Aadarsh Ramakrishnas memories are rooted in simplicity. Pencilit just feels like the beginning of educational life, he says. But the transition from pencil to pen when you move to middle school is a rite of passage and a moment that quietly announces youre growing up. When that moment arrived, Aadarshs simplicity didnt diminish his affection for certain pens, especially the V7 Pilot, which he still calls just the absolute best. Yet for him, nothing matched the pride of finally owning a Parker. Sensory experience Some memory awakens through smell before sight. Glory Juliet M is instantly transported by fragrances from the past. The smell pens I used them to work out math sums, she says. Her purple sharpener with a waste-collecting cup stayed with her for five years, a small but steadfast companion. And her excitement for stationery never faded: Even as an adult, I get way too much excited on seeing/getting a stationery itemit still feels the same. Sensory-based nostalgia runs deep across their stories. Joshua remembers fruit-shaped scented erasers; Sivagami recalls, The smell of Nataraj pencil, especially the smell that comes as we sharpen it, and the smell of ink bottles. The smell of flavoured erasers reminds me of how someone in class first brought it and made us all smell it. We were super fascinated. Glory brings up Flora pencils with pink erasers that smelled slightly floral and kept her sniffing them on loop. And some memories live not in what they had, but in what they desperately wanted, like Sivagamis unreachable dream: the fabled Jee Boom Ba, aka Shakalaka Boom Boom pencil. I would dream of owning that pencil, drawing out a puppy and the puppy coming to life, she laughs, still amused by how deeply she believed in its magic. As these memories unfold, it becomes clear that stationery wasnt just about writing it was about imagination. Joshua remembers glitter pens inspiring him to create an artwork made entirely of sparkles. For Aadarsh, writing implements defined the worlds he built in his mind. A Parker pen made him feel like the king of a kingdom, while a V7 Pilot made him feel like the best performer. That confidence, he says, unlocked stories that flowed without resistance: Pride is what led to imagination. Sivagami echoes this sentiment saying she believed stationery could help us fly, bring anything to life, erase off anything, influenced by magic crayons and early-2000s TV fantasy. For Udhaya, creativity was tied to cute functional pieces: colourful sticky notes, tiny staplers, tiny notebooks. Their charm made homework exciting. The same instinct later evolved into her creating vision boards as an adult, still using stationery as a tool to imagine her future. And just like the stationery itself, the bags that carried them hold their own nostalgic weight. For Sivagami, it was the classic horizontal school bags with metallic locks. Joshua, meanwhile, can never forget his trolley-wheeled bag from 2002. My 30+-year-old friends still remember that bag and bring it up in conversations, he laughs. In the end, these memories of scented erasers, glitter pens, multiple-button pencil boxes, and school bags that rolled or clicked remind us that childhood isnt defined by age, but by the small things that shaped us. On a day that celebrates the child in every adult, these stories prove that a simple stationery item can still reopen an entire world. And perhaps thats the real magic of growing up: realising that some parts of us never did.
Samagra Shiksha J&K, UNICEF India organise workshop on ICT,evidence-based planning
JAMMU: Samagra Shiksha Jammu & Kashmir, in collaboration with UNICEF India, organised a one-day workshop on ICT in Education and Evidence-Based Planning at KC Residency, Jammu. The programme was held under the leadership of Ram Niwas Sharma, Secretary, School Education Department, and the guidance of Bhawani Rakwal, Project Director, Samagra Shiksha. The workshop featured insightful []
Dr Anshuman Kaushal of Apollo Hospital explains why India embraces mustard oil while the West restricts it. In an Instagram video, he highlights its cultural significance, FSSAIs rules ensuring purity, and the scientific debate around its high erucic acid content. He notes that moderate use is considered safe and nutritionally beneficial. Kaushal also points out the irony of Western markets now selling mustard oil as a premium superfood despite long-standing cautionary labels.
How to repel flies naturally from home: 6 smells they hate and ways to use them
Flies can be a nuisance, but natural scents offer a reliable long-term solution. Fragrances like lavender, eucalyptus, peppermint, cinnamon, basil, and catnip overwhelm flies' senses or mask food odors. Strategically placing these scents around entry points and key areas can create an environment flies naturally dislike, encouraging them to stay away.
Indian techie reveals why he left Rs 7 lakh per month job in UAE
A Google product designer from Bengaluru has revealed why he once left a lucrative tax-free job in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates (UAE) that paid him Rs 7.25 lakh per month. In an Instagram post, Advin Roy Netto explained that six years ago, he resigned within three months of joining, saying the role did not Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
The school in the agrarian Polur town is the second school to get a library under the initiative that encourages students to spend reading time in a library, apart from classroom learning
Madrasa cleric, a Canadian citizen, who drugged and raped woman in Gujarat arrested
AHMEDABAD: A 52-year-old Canadian madrasa cleric has been arrested in Gujarats Ankleshwar for allegedly drugging, raping, and threatening a woman in the village over forceful conversion. The arrest came following the survivors complaint, prompting police to launch a wider probe. The crime in the AnkleshwarSurat fringe has jolted Gujarats law-and-order machinery. Every detail that surfaced dragged the investigation deeper, pushing the police to widen scrutiny beyond a single assault. The case began when the woman, introduced to cleric Azwad (52) through a mutual friend, found herself pulled into frequent calls and messages. The clerics persistent attempts, police say, were aimed at trapping her with promises of marriage and attempts that gradually tightened into a predatory scheme. On November 9, the accused allegedly summoned the victim to his room inside the madrasa. He offered her fragrant water, which, as per the complaint, knocked her down unconscious. Taking advantage of her incapacitated state, the cleric allegedly raped her twice. Horrifyingly, it was a calculated assault that marked the beginning of a darker series of threats. When the woman regained consciousness, police say the cleric dropped the faade and allegedly tried to coerce her into immediate religious conversion. He reportedly threatened to defame her and kill her children if she resisted. However, the survivor refused to bow down to the intimidation tactic. Undeterred by the threats, the woman approached the Panoli Police Station in Ankleswar and narrated the entire ordeal. Officers promptly registered an FIR and arrested the cleric. This revelation triggered a deeper probe into his background, movements, and possible past victims. Bharuch District Police Chief Akshay Raj Makwana, detailing the seriousness of the case, said: On 11-11-2025, the woman filed a complaint stating that cleric Ajwad Ahmed repeatedly called her, lured her with fabricated stories, forced her to drink tainted water, and raped her. She was then repeatedly pressured to convert. The cleric has been arrested. It has also been revealed that he is a citizen of Canada. Makwana further added, His 10-day police remand has been approved. We are investigating whether he targeted other women in a similar pattern. We are thoroughly examining his travel history -- the countries he visited, and the pattern he used to commit such acts. As the probe expands, Panoli police continue legal action on all fronts: sexual assault, intimidation, foreign citizenship scrutiny, and potential multi-victim targeting, ensuring that nothing is left unexamined.
Old Clip of Dharmendra Undergoing Physio Linked to His Recent Hospitalisation
The veteran actor shared the same video on his official Instagram page in April.
Kora by NM Unveils Its New Wedding Campaign and TVC Featuring Rising Star Meezaan Jafri
Kora by NM, Indias leading contemporary menswear label, unveils its latest Wedding Camapign in collaboration with rising star Meezaan Jafri, who fronts the campaign as the modern face of Indian celebration wear. Meezaan Jafri serving looks in KORA by NMs wedding collection Titled Crafted in Confidence , the campaign draws inspiration from Meezaans sharp style, effortless energy, and grounded confidence qualities that perfectly mirror Koras vision of the modern Indian groom. This collaboration represents the coming together of timeless craftsmanship and new-age charisma, redefining how todays men express individuality through fashion. The collection offers a complete wedding wardrobe from pastel kurta sets for Haldi and Mehendi, to regal sherwanis and bandhgalas for the wedding, and sleek tuxedos and tailored jackets for cocktail and reception nights. Each piece reflects Koras signature detailing, contemporary silhouettes, and a sophisticated color palette that flows seamlessly from soft neutrals to deep jewel tones. Meezaan embodies the spirit of the Kora man- confident, expressive, and deeply rooted in individuality. This collaboration captures the pulse of the new generation while staying true to our craftsmanship and design philosophy , says a Kora by NM spokesperson . Kora feels authentic and timeless. It represents everything I believe modern menswear should be elegant, confident, and real. This campaign is about breaking away from the expected and owning who you are , shares Meezaan Jafri . The digital campaign, launching across Koras Instagram, YouTube, and website, showcases a cinematic fusion of tradition and modernity celebrating the evolving identity of Indian menswear and the next generation of grooms. www.youtu.be/pbzXrVfM4zE About Kora by NM Kora by NM is a contemporary Indian menswear label founded by designer duo Nilesh Mitesh, known for blending craftsmanship, culture, and individuality. With a presence across India, the UAE, and the UK, Kora continues to redefine celebration wear for the global Indian man.
Driven by strong performances from Priyanka Bose and Mohit Agarwal, the festival favourite exposes the suffocating underbelly of small-town India with an unflinching gaze that builds on the layers of sexual repression and familial dysfunction that Behl explored in his debut,Titli
Harvard trained gastroenterologist Dr Saurabh Sethi recently shared five subtle signs that may signal nutritional deficiencies. In an Instagram video, he highlighted brittle nails, eyelid or limb twitching, clicking joints, premature graying and easy bruising as indicators of low levels of key nutrients such as protein, iron, magnesium, vitamin D, calcium, vitamin B12, copper, vitamin C and vitamin K.
Salman Khan drops backstage glimpses from the Da-Bangg tour
Mumbai: Bollywood heartthrob Salman Khan is in Qatar at the moment for his Da-Bangg: The Tour Reloaded show in Doha. Before entertaining the viewers with his powerful performance, the Sultan actor treated his InstaFam with a fun backstage glimpse on social media. Salman took to his official Instagram handle and dropped a photo of himself Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Cardi B baby: Rapper welcomes fourth child and first with NFL star Stefon Diggs
Cardi B baby: Cardi B has welcomed her fourth child, a baby boy, with boyfriend Stefon Diggs. The rapper shared the news on Instagram, reflecting on this new chapter of motherhood and her career. She expressed feeling energized and ready for her upcoming tour, embracing a Me vs. Me mentality.
Lucknow Diary | Mirzapur, Agra clinch water awards
Mirzapur, Agra clinch water awards UP won two honours in the sixth edition of the National Water Awards 2024. Mirzapur was declared the Best District in the northern zone for effective implementation of the Jal Jeevan Mission and Atal Bhujal Yojana. The district revived reservoirs, built drains and expanded irrigation in rural areas with strong support from panchayats and local residents. Community-driven efforts in rainwater harvesting and pond rejuvenation helped villages increase groundwater levels. Agra Municipal Corporation secured joint third place in the Best Urban Local Body category for adopting leakage-tracking systems and smart metering. Place of Kaliyugs advent to be a tourist spot The site believed to mark the beginning of Kaliyug will soon be developed into a tourist destination. The government has allocated Rs 2 crore to beautify the ashram of Maharishi Shringi at Parikshitgarh in Meerut. It is a key stop in the states Mahabharat Circuit. Mahabharata and Shrimad Bhagavat Geeta recount that King Parikshit, angered when Sage Samika ignored his request for water, placed a dead snake around his neck. Samikas son Maharishi Shringi cursed Parikshit to die within seven days by the bite of the serpent Takshakthat marked the start of Kaliyug. The yagyashala, havan kund, and banyan tree at the site are still revered as witnesses. Grammy nomination for Sounds of Kumbha The spiritual grandeur of the Maha Kumbh has found global recognition with the album Sounds of Kumbha earning a nomination at the 68th Grammy Awards. Created by Delhi-based singer, composer, and producer Siddhant Bhatia, the album competes in the Best Global Music Album category alongside works by Anoushka Shankar and the Shakti band. Commissioned by the UP government and shot during the Maha Kumbh 2025 in Prayagraj, the 12-track project features 50 global artistes blending Indian traditions with modern sounds. Bhatia announced that Sounds of Kumbha and his instrumental album Shayan received two Grammy nominations. Namita Bajpai Our correspondent in Uttar Pradesh namita.bajpai@newindianexpress.com
PM SHRI row: Minister Sivankutty, CPI state secretary Binoy Viswam lock horns
THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: A day after the state government sent a letter to the Centre on the PM SHRI row, Education Minister V Sivankutty and CPI state secretary Binoy Viswam engaged in a fresh round of war of words on Thursday. Expressing doubt over the release of Samagra Shiksha Kerala (SSK) funds after clarifying the states stand on PM SHRI to the Centre, Sivankutty said that he will not be accountable if the Centre refrains from disbursing these funds worth Rs 1,152.77 crore. While the minister said that the letter was nobodys win or loss, Binoy Viswam remarked that he doesnt know what has intimidated his respected friend for such a reaction. Responding to Binoys earlier remark that the CPI knows the core of Left politics, Sivankutty said that the CPM does not need to learn the same from any other place. Binoy even saw the cabinet sub-committee in a dismissive way. But the committee will convene, note everyones opinions, and present a detailed report to the chief minister, the education minister said in a press conference here. However, Sivankutty reiterated that there is no decision yet to completely withdraw from the scheme. Countering nearly every statement the CPI secretary made on Wednesday, the minister said, I came across statements from certain spaces that they are the only people who can safeguard Left values in India, and protect the education sector from the communal agenda of RSS. This can create misunderstandings among people, and hence I wanted to clarify it, Sivankutty said. Binoy Viswam stated that he does not know what prompted Sivankutty to make such a statement. My political consciousness will not let me intimidate or get intimidated by someone, especially with the local body polls approaching, he told the media. Reiterating that the letter marks a political victory for the LDF, Binoy said he takes the ministerial sub-committee seriously.
Bothered by the constant noise around her, Jaya Bachchan paused and gave a stern look to her right side for a few seconds. Daughter Shweta saw this and held Jaya's hand to lead her again. The video is now doing the rounds on Instagram.
Happy Childrens Day Wishes 2025: India observes Children's Day on November 14, honoring Jawaharlal Nehru's legacy. The occasion celebrates childhood's joy and innocence. Schools and communities host events highlighting children's rights and well-being. Wishes and messages emphasize nurturing young minds and ensuring a bright future for all children. This day encourages valuing and protecting every child.
Vote counting begins today in Supaul, with JD(U)'s Bijendra Prasad Yadav seeking a third consecutive term. The election is shaped by complex caste dynamics, a rural electorate, and agrarian issues. Yadav, a senior JD(U) leader, faces a contest influenced by significant Muslim, SC, and EBC voter bases.
