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Maharashtra court convicts two Bangladeshi nationals for illegal stay

Thane: A court in Maharashtras Navi Mumbai has convicted two Bangladeshi nationals for entering and staying in India without valid passports. In

IBPS RRB PO Score Card 2025 OUT at ibps.in: Prelims marks released for 3,928 officer posts, check cut-off and Mains status now

The IBPS has released the RRB PO Prelims Score Card 2025 on December 24, 2025, for candidates who appeared for the Officer Scale I exam. The scor

Hrithik Roshans family dance video from wedding goes viral

Hyderabad: Actor Hrithik Roshan attended his cousin Eshaan Roshans wedding festivities in Mumbai on Tuesday, December 23, along with his sons, Hr

Bulldozers will act against anyone encroaching on monuments, govt land: Adityanath

Lucknow, Dec 24: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Wednesday said no one would be spared if they illegally encroach upon monuments,

Putin has been briefed on U.S. proposals for Ukraine peace plan, the Kremlin says

All the main parameters of the Russian side's position are well known to our colleagues from the United States, says Kremlin spokesman

US lawmakers express concern over ban of Awami League in Bangladesh

New York/Dhaka: A group of US lawmakers has expressed concern over the total ban of the Awami League political party ahead of elections scheduled

Physical activity linked to lower breast cancer risk: ICMR study

Age, obesity, reproductive factors influence risk among Indian women, review finds

Pakistan court extends interim bail of Imran Khan, his wife Bushra in May 9 cases

The May 9 cases are related to violence by former PM Imran Khan's supporters who resorted to vandalism in 2023 after his arrest in Islamabad

China probably seeks to capitalise from deescalating tensions along Line of Actual Control with India: US report

A US Department of War report indicates China seeks to ease border tensions with India. This move aims to stabilize bilateral ties and prevent cl

Deadly blast rips through Pennsylvania nursing home near Philadelphia; 2 dead, several injured

Heres the Holiday trading schedule every investor needs before the bell rings

NYSE & Nasdaq holiday trading hours 2025: U.S. stock markets enter holiday mode as New York Stock Exchange and Nasdaq close early on Christmas Ev

Delhi Metro Phase 5A approved: 16-km corridor, 13 stations with Rs 12015 crore project cost

Once the project is completed, the Delhi Metro network will cross 400 km.

Sensitivity met structure at Rithvik Rajas concert at The Music Academy

Niraval explorations and ensemble synergy defined the vocalists December Season concert.

US, Ukraine reach consensus aimed at ending war but territorial disputes remain

Kyiv: The United States and Ukraine have reached a consensus on several critical issues aimed at bringing an end to the nearly four-year conflict

Bharti Singh discharged, walks out from hospital with Haarsh Limbachiyaa, assures fans 'our baby is safe'

Bharti Singh made her first public appearance after giving birth to her second child. After getting discharged from the hospital, Bharti assured

Happy New Year 2026: Top 10 International getaways perfect for spending the New Year Eve

As Indians eye abroad getaways for New Year 2026, easy-visa nations within five flight hours are dominating bookings. Dubai, Southeast Asia, and

Unnao rape case: Survivor to move Supreme Court after Delhi High Court grants bail to Sengar

The Unnao rape survivor plans to move the Supreme Court after the Delhi High Court grants bail to Kuldeep Singh Sengar, raising fresh safety conc

Quote of the day by Jesus Christ: 'Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for...'

Jesus Christs words in Matthew 6:34 offer a powerful reminder against constant anxiety about the future. The teaching encourages people to focus

Maharashtra poll results 2025: BJP gains, Sena & NCP factions struggle | Full breakdown

In this episode of Pulse Maharashtra, we break down the major takeaways from the recently held municipal council and Nagar Panchayat elections ac

Interim bail of Imran Khan, wife Bushra extended in May 9 cases

Islamabad: A Pakistani court has extended the interim bail of former premier Imran Khan and his wife Bushra Bibi in the May 9 cases and five othe

Electoral roll observers appointed for SIR in Kerala

Thiruvananthapuram: Kerala CEO Rathan U Kelkar said on Wednesday that four electoral roll observers have been appointed for all 14 districts of t

Anti-Bangladesh protests held at land ports in West Bengal

Kolkata: Members of a pro-Hindu organisation held demonstrations at several land ports along the India-Bangladesh border in West Bengal on Wednes

SIT moves closer to questioning more TDB higher-ups in Sabarimala gold theft case

Notably, two TDB officials who were in charge in 2019, K.P. Sankar Das and N. Vijaykumar, have moved the Enquiry Commissioner and Special Judge,

J&K Police Attaches Drug Peddlers Properties Worth Rs 3 Crore

Srinagar, Dec 24: Jammu and Kashmir Police on Wednesday attached properties worth Rs three crore of a notorious drug peddler here, alleging they

Urdunama Podcast | What Poetry Teaches Us About Ghaib

Urdunama Podcast delves into the unseen world of ghaib through poetry.

Sobot Shines in G2 Winter 2026: A New Benchmark in AI Customer Service

Are standing desks really effective? Sitting vs standing compared

A major University of Sydney study of over 83,000 people shows standing desks alone don't prevent heart disease or stroke. Without actual movemen

In Focus podcast | VB-GRAMG Bill: Will it destroy the worlds most successful workfare program?

Rajendran Narayanan speaks to us about how the VB-GRAMG law departs from MGNREGA, and what it means for rural livelihoods and federalism.

Government to launch 'Bharat Taxi' with profit-sharing model for drivers: Amit Shah

The government will soon launch 'Bharat Taxi' a new service. Profits from this initiative will be shared directly with drivers. This aims to impr

Video: Surat builder arrested after fireworks display stops traffic

Surat: A 58-year-old real estate developer was arrested for allegedly blocking traffic on a busy public road in Gujarats Surat city to burst fire

J&K ACB Files Chargesheet Against Chander Shekhar Vohra For Bribing SP City South

JAMMU, Dec 24: Jammu and Kashmir Anti Corruption Bureau produced charge-sheet in case FIR No. 01/2024 u/s 8 of Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988

Satire: Development is in the Air

Development rhetoric is turning pollution, death, negligence into acceptable collateral damage, notes Kunal Aneja.

Tucker Carlson named Antisemite of the Yearfor opposing Gaza genocide

Former Fox News anchor Tucker Carlson has been named Antisemite of the Year by a US-based pro-Israeli group for opposing the genocide in Gaza. Th

Did Al Jazeera Confirm Indian Involvement in the Killing of Osman Hadi? No!

Hiya voice analysis rated the audio 9/100 for authenticity, indicating the video was artificially manipulated

Deeptech funding to gather momentum in 2026 as VC firms dig deep with cautious optimism

Venture capital firms delivered on their promise to step up deeptech investments in 2025. The coming year could see VCs writing larger cheques to

Stock markets end lower in volatile trade

From the 30-Sensex firms, InterGlobe Aviation, Sun Pharma, Asian Paints, Reliance Industries, Hindustan Unilever and Tata Steel were among the bi

China looking to exploit easing LAC tensions to manage India ties: US report

New York/Washington: China probably seeks to capitalise on decreased tension along the LAC with India to stabilise bilateral relations and preven

Christmas 2025 last-minute gift ideas: Thoughtful picks that still feel special

Christmas is here, and even last-minute shoppers can still find thoughtful and meaningful gifts. The article highlights a range of creative ideas

Humayun Kabir names ex-policeman Abul Hasan as JUP candidate from Bengals Ballygunge after dropping Nisha Chatterjee

JUP founder said Nisha Chatterjee was dropped because her social media presence did not align with his party's image; Abul Hasan is his mother's

Alliance of Thackerays won't have much impact: Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis

Talking to reporters in Mumbai after the announcement, CM Devendra Fadnavis said, Their track record is of corruption and self-interest

Unnao rape case survivor to move SC against Sengars jail term suspension

Unnao/Ballia: The 2017 Unnao rape case survivor on Wednesday termed the Delhi High Courts decision to suspend the jail term of expelled BJP leade

New H-1B Visa System: No more lottery, how will it work? How will it impact Indians?

The Donald Trump administration will change the H1 B Visa rules and replace the lottery system with weighted system to prioritise the hiring of h

Have you ever thought mobile usage can affect blood circulation? It can. Explained how

UP government orders schools to remain open on Christmas

Lucknow: Schools in Uttar Pradesh will remain open during Christmas this year, after the state government announced the day will instead be celeb

Delhi Red Fort blast: Court extends judicial custody of 7 accused till Jan 8

New Delhi: A Delhi court on Wednesday extended the judicial custody of seven accused in the Red Fort blast case by 15 days. The court remanded Dr

CAT Result 2025 out at iimcat.ac.in; check steps to download the scorecard and more

CAT Results 2025 declared at iimcat.ac.in The Indian Institute of Management Kozhikode has announced the CAT 2025 results on December 24, 2025. C

Hyderabadis, check out 5 magical places to put on your travel list

Thailand is not just a travel destination it is an experience filled with colour, culture and charm. For travellers from Hyderabad, Thailand feel

AI Explained: 'Artificial Intelligence: The Logical Leap' by Ashish Sukhadeve Goes on Sale

Ashish Sukhadeve's 'Artificial Intelligence: The Logical Leap' provides a non-technical guide to AI's fundamentals, industry applications, and et

4 Allu Arjuns upcoming movies fans cant stop talking about

Mumbai: After Pushpa 2: The Rule, Allu Arjun is widely seen as one of the biggest stars in India, and fans are closely watching what he does next

How a Silicon Valley dealmaker charmed Trump and gave Intel a lifeline

Intel CEO Lip-Bu Tan met with President Trump. This meeting secured billions in U.S. government investment for Intel. The deal gives the U.S. gov

Delhi Police arrests alleged kingpin of organised crime syndicate under MCOCA

The police said the syndicate operated for pecuniary gain, using violence, coercion and intimidation to commit crimes and extort property, creati

Thackeray cousins reunite: Uddhav-Raj alliance signals Marathi consolidation ahead of BMC polls

Virat Kohli goes past Tendulkar to become fastest to 16000 List A runs

Bengaluru: India batting star Virat Kohli on Wednesday went past the iconic Sachin Tendulkar as the fastest to reach 16,000 runs in List A cricke

6.0-magnitude earthquake hits Taiwan: USGS

A shallow 6.0-magnitude earthquake struck southeastern Taiwan on Wednesday evening, with no immediate reports of damage. The tremor, felt as far

Bajrang Dal leader detained for vandalising mazar in UPs Fatehpur

Fatehpur: A Bajrang Dal office bearer has been detained for allegedly vandalising an old mazar (shrine) in Uttar Pradeshs Fatehpur, police said o

Four held in pan-India online investment scam involving transactions worth Rs 7.16 crore

New Delhi, Dec 24: Delhi Police has arrested four alleged cyber fraudsters in connection with a pan-India online investment scam and found transa

SSC, NEET, CUET: Paper leaks, cancellations and glitches that affected students in 2025

India's examination system faced significant disruptions in 2025. Paper leaks, technical glitches, and administrative lapses led to the cancellat

Netflix 2025 rankings are out: Which movies and shows are the most watched this year?

Netflixs 2025 data reveals a global viewership revolution. KPop Demon Hunters leads the charts with 500M+ views, while Squid Game continues its s

Housing sales dip 16 pc in Oct-Dec to 98,019 units in top 9 cities: PropEquity

Hyderabad witnessed a 19 per cent decline to 11,323 units from 13,902 units, while Kolkata saw an 11 per cent fall to 3,995 units from 4,497 unit

BIG move by Sunil Mittal, set to invest in this Chinese firm with 49% stake, its business is...

The new capital infusion will also enhance the company's competitiveness across the entire value chain.

Old Video Viral as 'Last Moment' of Hindu Factory Worker Murdered in Bangladesh

We were able to trace this viral clip to 18 November 2025. It was published by some Bangladeshi media outlets.

China Probably Seeks To Capitalise On De-Escalated Tension Along Line Of Actual Control With India: US Report

New York/Washington, Dec 24: China probably seeks to capitalise on decreased tension along the LAC with India to stabilise bilateral relations an

Drone-Based Heroin Smuggling Racket Busted In Kathua; Fifth Accused Arrested

Hiranagar, Dec 24: In a major breakthrough against cross-border drug trafficking, Hiranagar Police have busted a Pakistan-based heroin smuggling

Earthquake of 6.1 magnitude strikes Taiwan, buildings shake in capital Taipei

There were no immediate reports of damage or casualties. The quake, which occurred at a depth of nearly 12 kilometers, also shook buildings in th

Christmas 2025: Why is Xmas celebrated on December 25? Know history, significance, and more

Christmas 2025 is celebrated on December 25 worldwide. Learn why this date was chosen, the history behind Christmas, its religious roots, cultura

Leopard kills one, injures five in multiple attacks across Himachals Mandi district

CHANDIGARH: One person was killed and five others injured after a leopard carried out a series of attacks at three different locations in the Bal

Rupee falls 16 paise to close at 89.79 against U.S. dollar

Forex traders said that despite the central bank's announcement of USD/INR swaps and Open Market Operations, the measures failed to boost market

Unnao rape case survivor to move SC against suspension of Sengar's jail term

The 2017 Unnao rape survivor decried the Delhi High Court's decision to suspend expelled BJP leader Kuldeep Singh Sengar's life sentence as death

Anil Kapoor turns 69: No alcohol, no smoking, and..., secrets behind his youthful energy LEAKED!

At 69, Anil Kapoor continues to inspire with his youthful energy, thanks to a disciplined lifestyle that includes no alcohol or smoking, regular

Rubber bushes mandatory on bulls horns in jallikattu events: Salem Collector

'Mirzapur: The Film' begins shooting in Rajasthan, Ali Fazal shares BTS video

The film is scheduled for a nationwide theatrical release in 2026

Mobile flashlight reveals fatal fight inside Ahmedabad housing board home

AHMEDABAD: Ahmedabad woke up to a crime on December 23 when a dispute inside a Gujarat Housing Board residence in the Bapunagar area ended in mur

Explosion in Russian capital kills 3

MOSCOW, Dec 24: Three people, including two police officers, were killed in a bomb blast in Russia on Wednesday near to the spot where a high-ran

Delhi High Court asks GST Council to consider tax cut on air purifiers

Hearing a public interest litigation, the court expressed concern that air purifiers are taxed at 18 per cent despite the air quality index remai

South Korean lawmakers pass bill targeting false information despite warnings on censorship

SEOUL, Dec 24: South Koreas liberal-led legislature on Wednesday passed a bill allowing heavy punitive damages against traditional news and inter

Search teams probe wreckage after Libyan army chief, 7 others are killed in Turkiye plane crash

ANKARA, Dec 24: Search and recovery teams on Wednesday intensified their operations at the site of a plane crash that killed Libyas military chie

J&K Govt Issues January Roster Of Admn Secys At Civil Secretariat Srinagar

JAMMU, Dec 24: The Jammu and Kashmir government has issued the roster of Administrative Secretaries who will remain available at the Civil Secret

Himachal Pradesh custodial death case: HC suspends jail term of former IGP Zaidi

The case pertains to the custodial death of Suraj, an accused in the 2017 Kotkhai gang rape and murder case, in which former Himachal Pradesh IGP

China probably seeks to capitalise on decreased tension along LAC to stabilise bilateral ties: US report

NEW YORK/WASHINGTON, Dec 24: China probably seeks to capitalise on decreased tension along the LAC with India to stabilise bilateral relations an

Global Faultlines podcast | Syria after the war: How the civil war redrew power in the Country

This episode examines how foreign intervention, jihadist realignments, economic collapse, and political shake-ups reshaped power in Syria after 2

Nearly Rs 5 Lakh Crore Infrastructure Projects Rolled Out In Modi Governments Third Term: Vaishnaw

New Delhi, Dec 24: The Modi government has rolled out infrastructure projects worth nearly Rs 5 lakh crore during its third term, Union Minister

Rohit Sharma unleashes carnage in Vijay Hazare Trophy with 62-ball century, his fastest in List A cricket

Rohit Sharma produced a breathtaking knock in the Vijay Hazare Trophy, unleashing a brutal assault on the Sikkim bowling attack. The Indian skipp

PUNO Unveils Pune's First Social Zone at PUNO Advance

PUNO , a fast-growing experiential entertainment brand, today announced the launch of its Social Zone at PUNO Advance, Pune —the city&rsquo

Non-vegetarian diet, poor sleep, obesity associated with increased risk of breast cancer: ICMR study

In 2022, an estimated 2.3 million women worldwide were newly diagnosed with breast cancer, resulting in approximately 670,000 deaths

Chennai police make special security arrangements for Christmas celebrations

On Thursday (December 25, 2025), as large numbers of people are expected to visit churches, elaborate security arrangements have been made to ens

Delhi High Court directs GST Council to meet at earliest, consider lowering GST on air purifiers

Earlier in the day, the High Court expressed displeasure over the authorities doing nothing to grant exemption from taxes on air purifiers in thi

Swiggy, Zomato and other delivery workers to go on strike on Christmas, NYE

Hyderabad: Gig and platform workers on Wednesday, December 31, have announced a two-day, all-India strike on Christmas (December 25) and New Year

Suryavanshi, Gani's Carnage Powers Bihar To World Record 574/6

Besides his 15 maximums, Suryavanshi also smashed 16 fours

MATTER MOTOR WORKS Wins Best Patent Portfolio at CII Industrial Intellectual Property Awards 2025

MATTER MOTOR WORKS, the company behind India’s first geared electric motorcycle, AERA 5000+, has been honoured with the Best Patent Portfol

'Brutally Tortured in Custody': Man Acquitted in 7/11 Mumbai Blasts Recounts

After spending 19 years in prison, Ehtesham Siddique was acquitted by the Bombay High Court in July 2025.