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Nightclub fire: Luthra brothers detained in Thailand; Delhi court denies them transit anticipatory bail

The brothers, prime accused in the case related to the tragedy that unfolded at Arpora village around midnight on December 6, would be brought back to India at the earliest to face legal action, Chief Minister Pramod Sawant assured.

11 Dec 2025 7:54 pm
Time names Architects of AI Person of the Year 2025: What it means for tech

Time magazine chose the Architects of AI as its 2025 Person of the Year, showing how strongly artificial intelligence is shaping the world. The title also brought attention to big tech leaders like Nvidias Jensen Huang. The story highlights how AI growth, powerful chips, and global influence are becoming major topics in news, business, and politics today.

11 Dec 2025 7:47 pm
UP horror: Quack tries YouTube-guided surgery on his aunt, slashes several veins; she dies

A shocking incident in Barabanki has led to a woman's death. A local clinic owner allegedly performed surgery while intoxicated, using a YouTube tutorial. The patient, Munishra Rawat, died from complications. Police have filed a case of death by negligence. Both the clinic owner and his nephew are on the run. The illegal clinic has been sealed.

11 Dec 2025 7:43 pm
PM Modi, Trump review IndiaU.S. partnership in phone call

Prime Minister Modi and President Trump held a productive phone call, affirming strong progress in the India-US Strategic Partnership. Both leaders expressed satisfaction with growing cooperation across defense, technology, and trade, emphasizing continued momentum. They also exchanged views on regional and global matters, pledging closer collaboration on shared challenges and interests.

11 Dec 2025 7:38 pm
Sandesara brothers deposit Rs 5,100 cr; total recovery nearly double of Rs 5,383-cr fraud

Against the original FIR by the CBI charging the brothers of defaulting on bank loans for Rs 5,383 crore, the total recovery against the two, whose companies spanned indusries from pharmaceuticals to energy, now stands at Rs 9,799 crore.

11 Dec 2025 7:38 pm
US September trade deficit shrinks unexpectedly to narrowest since 2020

September rang in a notable surprise for the U.S. economy as the trade deficit plummeted to its lowest mark since mid-2020. Imports saw only a slight uptick, but exports experienced a vibrant boost. This development arrives on the heels of a lengthy government shutdown that postponed vital economic reporting.

11 Dec 2025 7:31 pm
Cancer-causing eggs? Eggoz breaks silence as viral video triggers panic; Founder says 'ban means ban, no jugaad'

Premium egg brand Eggoz is facing controversy after a YouTube video claimed traces of a banned antibiotic metabolite were found in its eggs. The company, along with its founder Abhishek Negi, has strongly refuted these allegations. Eggoz has shared independent lab reports confirming its eggs are free from banned antibiotics, pesticides, and drug residues.

11 Dec 2025 7:28 pm
Oracle stock crash: Oracle shares plunge after weak revenue and forecast miss whats next, and will AI stocks sink?

Oracle stock crash: Oracle shares plunge after weak revenue and forecast miss - Oracle shares plunged 13% after revenue hit $16.06B, missing estimates and cutting Q3 growth to 1618%. Debt is $127B. Capex jumps $15B. Free cash flow is $13B. AI bookings missed at $523B. Nvidia, AMD, Micron also fell. Why Oracles AI spending boom is shaking investors?

11 Dec 2025 7:27 pm
The Lincoln Lawyer Season 4 release date, cast and filming update: When will new season drop? Here's episode count, production, characters, storyline and plot

The Lincoln Lawyer Season 4 release date, cast and filming details are now confirmed by Netflix. The new season arrives on 5 February 2026 with 10 episodes. The story focuses on Mickey Haller as a defendant. The update covers release schedule, filming, cast lineup and the plot direction.

11 Dec 2025 7:03 pm
Silver price today hits $62.9 as Fed rate cut and falling yields fuel a powerful rally Is $65 the next stop?

Silver price today: Silver jumps to $62.9 after the Feds 25-bp cut, with real yields sliding to 1.895% and the dollar falling to 98.55. XAG/USD is up 7% weekly and 10% monthly. Momentum is strong. Resistance is near $62.9$63.85. But is $65 nextor is a pullback closer than traders think?

11 Dec 2025 6:53 pm
World's biggest IPO coming to U.S. Stock Market? Experts make bold claims about Elon Musk's proposed SpaceX public listing

SpaceX going public at the reported valuation would represent the second-richest completed IPO in history, after Saudi Aramcos blockbuster $1.7 trillion listing in 2019.

11 Dec 2025 6:46 pm
Wednesday Season 3 release date, cast, production update: Here's new filming details

Wednesday Season 3 release date, cast and production update enters a new phase as fresh information confirms when filming will begin. The update comes after months of shifting reports. The story explains the full timeline, the confirmed cast, the returning characters, and early expectations for the next season.

11 Dec 2025 6:41 pm
NYT Strands Answers December 11: Hints, Spangram and solution revealed for todays puzzle | Spoilers

Strands has quickly become a favourite among players who enjoy puzzles that combine pattern recognition, vocabulary skills, and thematic logic. For Thursday, December 11, 2025, those looking for NYT Strands Hints, whether gentle clues or the full solution, will find all the essential guidance here.

11 Dec 2025 6:36 pm
Gold price prediction: Gold rate falls after U.S. Fed interest rate cut, Silver price nears record high

Gold price and silver rate have moved opposite directions following the U.S. Federal Reserve's Interest Rate Cut announcement.

11 Dec 2025 5:58 pm
Tweet not attributed to him, Rahul Gandhi tells Karnataka HC in BJPs defamation case; court extends relief

BJP General secretary Keshav Prasad had filed the case against the Karnataka Congress, Gandhi, Karnataka Pradesh Congress Committee (KPCC) president and deputy CM DK Shivakumar and CM Siddaramaiah (then leader of Opposition) ahead of the 2023 assembly polls.

11 Dec 2025 5:57 pm
How to keep ants away from your home: 5 methods homemakers actually swear by

Homemakers across India swear by simple, safe remedies to evict ants permanently without toxic chemicals. From vinegar sprays to sealing entry cracks, these tried-and-tested fixes tackle infestations where professional pest control falls short.

11 Dec 2025 5:53 pm
ISRO to launch 6.5-tonne BlueBird-6, its biggest US commercial payload

ISRO is set to launch its heaviest American commercial satellite, the 6.5-tonne BlueBird-6, on December 15 from Sriharikota. This next-generation satellite, built by AST SpaceMobile, will be the largest commercial phased array in low Earth orbit, significantly increasing data capacity. The launch, managed by NSIL, utilizes the LVM3 rocket, capable of lifting substantial payloads.

11 Dec 2025 5:52 pm
Wordle Answer Today December 11: Hints and solution revealed for todays puzzle #1636

As Wordle maintains its status as one of the worlds most widely played digital puzzles, players eagerly sought the Wordle Answer Today for December 11, a seemingly familiar five-letter test that proved more deceptive than expected.

11 Dec 2025 5:51 pm
Germany, France, Spain move to end deadlock in fighter jet dispute

Germany, France, and Spain are set to meet this week to resolve a deadlock over the 100 billion Future Combat Air System (FCAS) fighter jet program. Industrial rivalries, particularly between Dassault Aviation and Airbus, have stalled the project. A German union's warning against Dassault's involvement further escalates tensions ahead of crucial ministerial and leadership discussions.

11 Dec 2025 5:48 pm
Tariffs have cost US households USD 1,200 each since Trump returned to White House, Democrats say

New calculations by Democrats on Congress' Joint Economic Committee reveal that sweeping import taxes imposed by Donald Trump have cost the average American household nearly $1,200 since February. These tariffs, which have significantly increased the average US tariff rate, are criticized for driving up prices for families and lowering living standards.

11 Dec 2025 5:46 pm
Urologist urges to follow these 5 things to live kidney-stone-free

Recurrent kidney stones plague many Indians, but simple lifestyle tweaksconsistent hydration, moderate salt, balanced calcium, lean protein, and plant-based eatingcan slash your flare-up risk by half or more when done together.

11 Dec 2025 5:42 pm
School holiday December 12 alert: States announce winter breaks; Check state-wise closures

Students across India anticipate December 2025 holidays. Uttar Pradesh announces a 12-day winter break. Kerala and Tamil Nadu schools close due to heavy rain. Jammu and Kashmir implements an extended winter shutdown for younger students. These closures prioritize student safety amidst varying weather conditions. Parents should monitor official announcements for any changes.

11 Dec 2025 5:38 pm
Current mortgage rates after Fed rate cut: Where are U.S. mortgage rates heading now?

Current mortgage rates after Fed rate cut: Where are U.S. mortgage rates heading now? U.S. mortgage rates have dipped modestly after the Feds latest 0.25 percentage point rate cut, but they remain high by recent historical standards. Market moves came after Powell signaled cooling inflation and a neutral-rate zone. But where do rates head next? Here's the full outlook.

11 Dec 2025 5:37 pm
The First Sign Isn't What You Think: Dr Saurabh Sethi Reveals What Your Body is Telling You

Health problems dont begin with the symptoms you expect. Dr Saurabh Sethi, in one of his social media posts highlights how the body communicates long before official labs do . Heres how your body actually warns you first.

11 Dec 2025 5:24 pm
Once reduced to a star kid tag, she is quietly building two brands now approaching the 200 crore mark

Once known as a star kid, has built a fashion and beauty empire valued at around Rs 200 crore through business acumen. Facing pandemic-induced setbacks, she resiliently rebuilt her fashion label and launched the successful beauty brand, demonstrating remarkable reinvention.

11 Dec 2025 4:53 pm
SC refuses plea of Prajwal Revanna for transfer of cases to special MP/MLA court

The Supreme Court has rejected Prajwal Revanna's plea to transfer his criminal cases. The court stated that judicial observations do not constitute bias. Revanna's lawyers argued for expunction of adverse comments. The Supreme Court emphasized the need to protect the judiciary's morale. It suggested approaching the High Court for expunction of remarks.

11 Dec 2025 4:50 pm
Piyush Goyal confident of overcoming issues to finalise free trade pact with EU

Without sharing a timeline on when the pact is expected to be signed, Goyal said that countries like Italy will be able to export their wines and automobiles to India and in turn, India will be able to export whiskies, textiles and auto components to the 27-country bloc.

11 Dec 2025 4:48 pm
Lottery Powerball Winning Numbers: Power play multiplier and jackpot details for December 10 revealed

The Powerball jackpot has continued its steady climb since September 6, when two winning tickets, sold in Missouri and Texas, shared an extraordinary $1.787 billion prize. The chances of claiming the top prize are exceedingly rare, just 1 in 292.2 million, an improbability that has fueled the ongoing streak of rollover draws.

11 Dec 2025 4:48 pm
Election Commission revises SIR schedule for six states and Union territories

The Election Commission of India has updated the schedule for electoral roll revision in Tamil Nadu, Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Uttar Pradesh, and Andaman and Nicobar Islands. This revision aims for accuracy. Eligible citizens, especially new voters, should register by submitting Form 6.

11 Dec 2025 4:40 pm
Bengaluru thief robbed of stolen gold near cemetery, commits two more break-ins to fix his bad luck

A Bengaluru thief, robbed of his burglary loot by four youths near a cemetery, committed two more break-ins within an hour to ward off bad luck. Police, tracking him via CCTV, arrested the thief in Tamil Nadu and later apprehended the four youths who had robbed him.

11 Dec 2025 4:34 pm
In setback to Congress, HC quashes notification ordering closure of Jan Aushadhi Kendras at govt hospitals; BJP cheers

The Centre has adopted a franchise-led model for the operation of JAKs and targeted 25,000 new centres by March 2027. There were 16,912 JAKs opened across the country, including 1480 in Karnataka, till June 30, 2025.

11 Dec 2025 4:27 pm
BJP's Tejasvi Surya accuses DMK, Congress of 'weaponising' impeachment to target judiciary

BJP MP Tejasvi Surya has accused the DMK and Congress of unconstitutionally weaponising impeachment. He stated this after Opposition MPs submitted a notice seeking the removal of Madras High Court Judge G R Swaminathan. Surya called the move an attack on the judiciary and alleged it was driven by anti-Hindu sentiments.

11 Dec 2025 4:24 pm
OnlyFans CEO reveals why he hires no middle managers and runs the 400-million-user platform with only 42 employees

OnlyFans operates with just 42 full-time employees, a lean structure that CEO Keily Blair credits for its speed and profitability. The company hires senior and junior talent directly, bypassing middle management. Leaders are judged by their results, not team size. This efficient model supports the platform's substantial annual revenue, allowing creators to keep 80% of their earnings.

11 Dec 2025 3:57 pm
Wealth quote of the day by the father of modern Chinese economy, Deng Xiaoping: To be rich is glorious...... How Deng transformed China into a superpower challenging U.S. hegemony?

Wealth quote of the day by the father of modern Chinese economy, Deng Xiaoping: Poverty is not socialism. To be rich is glorious. Deng Xiaoping seized power in 1978 amid post-Mao chaos. China's GDP languished at just $150 billion, smaller than Italy's. He launched Reform and Opening Up, dismantling collectives and inviting foreign cash. Special Economic Zones like Shenzhen exploded from fishing villages into megacities, drawing billions in investment with tax perks and open markets. Farm output

11 Dec 2025 3:54 pm
Dhurandhar Akshaye Khanna recalls the shock of going bald at 19, calls it a pianist losing his fingers moment

Akshaye Khannas resurfaced interview reveals how he faced premature baldness at 19 and described it as emotionally devastating. The Dhurandhar actor compared the experience to a pianist losing his fingers and spoke openly about the toll it took on his confidence, identity and early career expectations.

11 Dec 2025 3:48 pm
Tamil Nadu is the most Hindu state; BJP doesn't understand it: Karti Chidambaram on RSS chief's remarks

Karti's remarks came in response to comments made by Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) chief Mohan Bhagwat, who recently referred to the ongoing Thiruparankundram issue and said that the awakening of Hindus in Tamil Nadu was sufficient to achieve the desired outcome, adding that escalation may not be required as the matter is sub judice.

11 Dec 2025 3:46 pm
Geminids meteor shower 2025 India Time: When, where, and how to watch 100 shooting stars per hour

Geminids Meteor Shower India Time: India's skies will be illuminated by the Geminid meteor shower from December 13-15, with over 100 meteors per hour expected. Originating from asteroid 3200 Phaethon, these brilliant streaks are best viewed from midnight in dark, clear locations. Prepare by dressing warmly, avoiding screens, and finding an unobstructed horizon for an unforgettable celestial display.

11 Dec 2025 3:43 pm
Karnataka govt tables bill in Assembly that prohibits social boycott, violators to face 3-year jail

The 'Karnataka Social Boycott (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Bill, 2025' that was tabled in the Assembly by Social Welfare Minister H C Mahadevappa lists 20 forms of social boycotts, which includes refusal to deal with, work for hire or do business; denying opportunities, including access to services or contractual opportunities for rendering services.

11 Dec 2025 3:40 pm
Phone-tapping case: Supreme Court directs former Telangana SIB chief to surrender by 11 am tomorrow

The Supreme Court has ordered former Telangana Special Intelligence Bureau chief T Prabhakar Rao to surrender to police by 11 am Friday. This directive is for further investigation into the phone-tapping case. Rao is an accused in the case. The court also granted him liberty to have food from home and regular medication.

11 Dec 2025 3:36 pm
India Post does a Gen-Z makeover: Kerala and Andhra Pradesh Get trendy, futuristic post offices after IIT Delhi. Check details

After IIT Delhi India Post Office, Gen-Z themed post offices have been opened in Kerala's Kottayam and Andhra Pradesh's varsity campus. Both the facilities were inaugurated on December 9, blending modern design with trusted services. This is a significant milestone in bringing modern postal facilities closer to students, researchers, and the campus community.

11 Dec 2025 3:31 pm