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OpenAI Faces Backlash Over Ads Appearing In ChatGPT, Users Advise 'Don't Do It'

The move, which left users unhappy, also affected those subscribed to the $200-per-month Pro tier, who quickly expressed their frustration on soc

Is Earth Really Getting Too Hot To Live? Scientist Explains Climate Change

Hot air evaporates a lot more water, so crops, forests and landscapes in some areas dry out, which makes them more susceptible to wildfire. Each

PM Modi's Macaulay Mindset Is a Myth. The Real Fight Is Over Indias Ideas

Decolonisation is not simply about culture or language, writes John J Kennedy.

As IndiGo Runs Into Turbulence, A Look At Performance Of Indian Airlines

In 2025, flight cancellation trends varied significantly among Indian carriers. Alliance Air reported the highest cancellation rates consistently

Husband Promises Free Haircuts for 5 Years if Wife Wins in Telangana GP Polls

Barber in Siddipet district vows free grooming services if his wife wins as ward member

Emily in Paris Season 5 release date, schedule, how to watch: When will new season drop? Here's new locations, plot, cast, trailer, production team

Emily in Paris Season 5 release date, schedule and how to watch information is now confirmed. The new season takes Emily to Rome and back to Pari

S&P 500, Dow Jones, and Nasdaq futures show little movement as investors brace for critical inflation data and Federal Reserve rate decision

US stock futures remained largely flat as investors awaited crucial inflation data that could influence the Federal Reserve's next interest-rate

Donald Trump envoys press plan with Ukraine as sanctions eased on Russia

Two days after the envoys met Russian President Vladimir Putin, the U.S. Treasury Department partially suspended measures that Mr. Trump had anno

Parliament Winter Session: Lok Sabha to take up Health, National Security Cess Bill for further consideration, passing

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will introduce a new cess bill in Lok Sabha. This bill aims to boost funds for national security and public h

This startup is bringing clarity to Indias textile supply chain

Founded in 2018, Kosha.ai is building tools for the textile industry. By using real-time material measurement, the startup helps manufacturers, r

US says Pentagon review sees opportunities to strengthen AUKUS submarine deal

The Pentagon has completed its review of the AUKUS nuclear-powered submarine deal with Australia, identifying opportunities to strengthen the pro

Nandamuri Fans React to Akhanda 2 Release Delay

Directed by Boyapati Srinu, Akhanda 2: Thaandavam features Aadhi and Samyuktha Menon in the lead roles.

US military intercepts suspected narco vessel in Eastern Pacific, killing four

India-Russia Summit: PM Modi, Putin to hold talks today; focus on trade, defence, energy ties what to expect?

Russian President Vladimir Putin's packed second day in Delhi includes a ceremonial welcome at Rashtrapati Bhavan and a visit to Rajghat. Prime M

Putin Ordered 2018 Novichok Poisoning Of Ex-Russian Spy: UK Inquiry

Russian President Vladimir Putin must have ordered the Novichok nerve agent attack on Russian double agent Sergei Skripal in 2018, in a eckless

India, Oman hold 14th Strategic Consultative Group meeting

India and Oman held their 14th Strategic Consultative Group meeting in Muscat. Discussions covered political, defense, security, trade, and cultu

Chinas story of rural revitalisation

As China prepares to enter into its 15th five-year plan, considered to be the consolidation and full implementation period of the goal to realise

Nani Walker on SHAKTI, Justice, and the New Awakening in Nepal

I feel very connected to India because culturally its so similar to Nepal we share that culture of spirituality, says Shakti filmmaker Nani Walke

Inspiration for millions: PM Modi gifts Russian edition of Bhagvad Gita to Putin

Prime Minister Narendra Modi welcomed Russian President Vladimir Putin to India. During the visit, PM Modi presented President Putin with a copy

Indus waters row: Neutral expert to move faster after Pakistan raises request at 4th meeting

Following India's exit from the Indus Waters Treaty negotiations, a neutral expert is poised to expedite the process. Utilizing the existing docu

Trump seals Rwanda, Congo peace deal; opens rare earth minerals for US

United States President Donald Trump facilitated a peace treaty signing between Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo. This agreement aims

Why Indian Students Are Choosing Data Analytics As Fastest Route To US Jobs

Data analytics has moved from the margins to the centre of business operations. Hospitals, banks, logistics companies, retailers, and public inst

102 IndiGo flights cancelled at Bengaluru airport as disruptions continue for fourth day in row

IndiGo airlines informed the DGCA that delays and cancellations will continue for the next two to three days

Meta Plans To Cut Up To 30% Of Metaverse Budget; Layoffs Loom

Cuts that high would most likely include layoffs as early as January, according to the people, though a final decision has not yet been made

Good news for Uttar Pradesh communters: Lucknow-Saharanpur Vande Bharat Express to start regular operations from THIS date; Check route, stoppages, fare and more

The Vande Bharat Express connecting Lucknow and Saharanpur will start regular service from December 9 with a revised timetable. The train will co

IndiGo Flights Delayed, Thousands Of Fliers Wait For Luggage Without Food

NDTV witnessed the situation on the ground where thousands of suitcases were seen lying at the Delhi airport terminal.

If US Has Right To Buy Our Fuel, Why Shouldn't India: Putin On Tariffs

Russian President Vladimir Putin challenged heavy US pressure on India not to buy Russian fuel if the US could do so as he began a two-day state

Talks With PM Modi, State Dinner: What's On Putin's Agenda On Day-2 Of India Visit

Russian President Vladimir Putin is in India on a state visit aimed at bolstering bilateral and economic ties between New Delhi and Moscow.

Faced with suspension notices, RS chairman CP Radhakrishnan cites rejection grounds

Rajya Sabha Chairman CP Radhakrishnan explained why notices under Rule 267 are often dismissed. He stated the rule is used only in rare cases and

Twisting Facts: Siddaramaiah Rebuts BJP's 63 Per Cent Corruption Charge

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Thursday refuted BJP leader R Ashoka's accusation regarding a judge's alleged remark about 63 per cent c

Top Saudi General visits India, junior goes to Pakistan

This week, New Delhi welcomed General Fayyad Bin Hamed Al-Ruwaili, Saudi Arabia's esteemed military leader, as he met with General Anil Chauhan,

Putin says PM Modi not someone who 'succumbs' to pressure

Russian President Vladimir Putin lauded Prime Minister Narendra Modi's strong leadership. He stated Modi does not yield to pressure from any nati

'Our Energy cooperation remains unaffected...': Putin remains firm on India-Russia partnership

Russia's energy partnership with India remains steady and untouched by the latest Western sanctions, President Vladimir Putin told India Today in

'129th Constitution Amendment Bill does not disturb federal character'

The Law Commission of India presented its views to a joint parliamentary committee. It stated the 129th Constitution Amendment Bill for simultane

Health bill in LS amid Opposition demand for select panel

NEW DELHI: Amid concerns by the opposition, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman moved the Health Security and National Security Cess Bill, 2025,

Have you tried Sreedevis traditional Telangana snacks?

From a small home business to establishing a food brand, the story of Savithramma is all about determination and trust

Govt makes passport verification record available on DigiLocker

New Delhi: In a major development, the National e-Governance Division (NeGD) under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY)

Rajya Sabha green light to excise policy to curb tobacco consumption

NEW DELHI: Parliament on Thursday passed the Central Excise (Amendment) Bill, 2025, after the Rajya Sabha approved it and returned it to the Lok

Formulations driving drug export growth: Pharmexcil chairman Namit Joshi

Indian pharmaceutical exports are set to reach a new high of $32 billion this fiscal year. This growth is driven by formulations, especially in E

Opposition upset at V-P rejecting all notices under Rule 267

NEW DELHI: Rajya Sabha Chairman C P Radhakrishnan on Thursday clarified in detail on the scope and permissible use of Rule 267, stressing that th

Who was Major Mohit Sharma? The 'Dhurandhar' soldier who faced terrorists head-on and became a legend

Major Mohit Sharma displayed immense courage and sacrifice for India. Born in Rohtak, Haryana, he served in elite forces. He received the Sena Me

No excessive power to EC in ONOE Bill

NEW DELHI: At a meeting with the parliamentary panel on One nation, one election, the Law Commission said that the proposed power to the Election

Putin's India visit LIVE: Russian President set to attend 23rd India-Russia annual summit today

Vladimir Putin will receive a ceremonial reception at the forecourt of the Rashtrapati Bhavan

Activist investor Elliott nears settlement with PepsiCo: Report

Activist investor Elliott Management is reportedly nearing a settlement agreement with PepsiCo, having taken a significant stake and urged the co

Insect-style robot performs aerial stunts using soft artificial muscles

Researchers have developed an insect-sized flying robot that mimics real insect agility, using soft artificial muscles to power rapid wing flaps.

The funding reset: Why early-stage investors are betting on profit before valuation

A venture that can hit or even come close to breakeven in the initial phase stands a better chance of survival during funding winters and increas

This hidden addiction keeps us glued to smartphones. Heres how to fix it

We often talk about social media addiction as if the platforms themselves are pulling every string, but when Im honest with myself, the behaviour

Does Googles Quantum Echoes bring Q-day closer?

Googles latest quantum experiment marks a major leap in verifying quantum behaviour but not yet a threat to modern encryption

Window to wonder

Stuck indoors, Sophies new hobby of birdwatching led her to learn more about Nature and the environment.

Pakistan: Only 37 out of 1817 Hindu temples, Sikh Gurudwaras operational

The data highlights a grim reality: centuries-old places of worship are worsening due to poor government maintenance and the dwindling population

US cuts work permit duration, impacting thousands of Indian workers

Washington: In a move that will significantly affect hundreds of thousands of Indian professionals and families navigating the US immigration sys

Putin says there are points he can't agree to in the US proposal to end Russia's war in Ukraine

Russian President Vladimir Putin finds some United States peace proposals for the Ukraine war unacceptable. This indicates a resolution remains d

Sonia Gandhi leads Opposition protest over Delhis worsening air pollution

Carrying placards, leaders of various parties raised slogans outside the Makar Dwar of Parliament asking the prime minister to stop making statem

Supreme Court steps in as poll pressure on BLOs turns deadly

Supreme Court has asked states to deploy more staff to ease workload on BLOs after a plea claimed extreme poll-related pressure had led to suicid

Awareness drive to make India free of child marriage by 2030 launched

NEW DELHI: To reduce prevalence of child marriages to 10% by 2026 and to make India child marriage free by 2030, a 100-day intensive awareness ca

Soren meets allies amid buzz over change of guard

RANCHI: Putting an end to speculation that Jharkhands political equations might change in the coming days, the INDIA bloc in the state displayed

Cold Moon, The Last Supermoon Of 2025 Shines Brightest Over India And Beyond. See Viral Pics

The Cold Moon, the last supermoon of 2025, lit up the night sky as the Moon reached its closest orbit to Earth.

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce finally lock in their wedding date, and the meaning behind it is astonishing

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are reportedly planning their wedding for June 13, 2026, a date chosen for its significant numerological meaning to

Srinagar Diary | HC relief: PDP MLA can travel outside J&K

The J&K HC has allowed PDP MLA Waheed-ur-Rehman Parra, who is facing trial under UAPA, to travel outside the UT and within the country without th

Some Proposals in US Plan To End Ukraine War Unacceptable: Putin

Putin said his five-hour talks Tuesday with Witkoff and Kushner were necessary and useful, but also difficult work, and some proposals were unacc

US to sell bombs to Canada in $2.7-bn deal

America has approved a significant arms sale to Canada. The United States will provide bombs worth $2.68 billion. This comes as Canada's Prime Mi

School Holiday December 5: Schools to remain closed in THESE states today due to...; Check state-wise list here

Several states are reviewing school closures for December 5, 2025. Maharashtra has confirmed a statewide shutdown due to a teachers' strike. Tami

A gratitude-filled farewell

As I bid goodbye to you, dear reader, I joyfully surrender a textual body that thrived over nearly 10 years to the dictates of fate in the hope t

'Will unlock new opportunities...': Trump hails 'historic' peace deal ending CongoRwanda conflict

3 Elephants Found Dead In Tamil Nadu Private Forest; 6 Deaths In 3 Months

Three elephants, including a calf, were found dead under mysterious circumstances in a privately owned forest in Vellore district on Thursday, tr

Grand jury said to decline to reindict Letitia James

A grand jury in Norfolk, Virginia, has refused to reindict New York Attorney General Letitia James. This decision thwarts President Donald Trump'

BMCs flying squad needs to up its game this season

A metal sheet was missing from one side of the site. Notices had been given to the contractor. Reassurances have come in that lacunae will be plu

US Treasury slaps $7.1M fine on New York firm for managing properties for Putin ally

America's Treasury Department has fined a New York property firm over seven million dollars. The company managed luxury homes for Russian oligarc

Bengaluru powers Indias innovation engine; Dream11 pivots to sports entertainment

Elsewhere, Spotify said its annual year-in-review feature, Wrapped 2025, was its biggest ever, which saw over 200 million engaged users within th

US trade with China probably needs to be smaller, USTR's Greer says

U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer stated that trade with China needs to be more balanced and smaller to reduce dependence, with a 25% drop

Opposition slams Lucknow mayor for her visit to slums to identify illegal immigrants

Describing the visit as an intimidation tactic by the Bharatiya Janata Party government in the State, opposition parties questioned the mayors au

U.S. slashes work permit validity time for refugees, asylum seekers to 18 months

Joseph Edlow, director of US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), cited the November 26 shooting in the U.S. capital as a reason for the

Morning Digest: IndiGo cancels 550 flights, airports see continued turmoil; PM Modi welcomes Putin in Delhi, hosts private dinner, and more

Here is a select list of stories to start the day.

Pm Modi Presents Copy Of Gita In Russian To Putin

PM Modi hosted a private dinner at his 7, Lok Kalyan Marg residence for Putin

American Family Spends 2.5 Months In India, Highlights 9 Key Differences Between Two Countries

An American mother shared nine cultural and societal differences she observed during a two-and-a-half-month trip to India.

4 Killed In Latest US Strike On Alleged Drug-Trafficking Boat In Pacific

A strike on an alleged drug-trafficking boat in the eastern Pacific Ocean killed four people on Thursday, the US military said, amid a growing co

Why does TPUSA want to hold livestream debate without Candace Owens? TPUSA insists on in-person appearance while Owens wants to join virtually

Why does TPUSA want to hold livestream debate without Candace Owens? The dispute grew after TPUSA fixed a livestream date to answer Owens' allega

Zohran Mamdani and the Louvre make the list of most mispronounced words of 2025

Americans struggled with pronunciations of prominent names and terms in 2025, including New York City's incoming mayor Zohran Mamdani and the Lou

Balakrishnas Akhanda 2 Release Postponed

The film is produced by Raam Achanta and Gopi Achanta under the 14 Reels Plus banner.

Messi Eyes First MLS Crown As Miami Face Mueller-Led Vancouver

Two years after reshaping the landscape of MLS following his arrival in Florida, Messi is on the brink of delivering the title that Miami have cr

US senators unveil bill to prevent easing of curbs on Nvidia chip sales to China

A group of American senators has introduced a bill to prevent the Trump administration from easing rules on exporting advanced AI chips to China.

Lewis Hamilton Plans Team Shake-up At Ferrari After Miserable Season

Hamilton, who has gone a Ferrari record 23 races without a podium finish, said he was surprised at his own resilience after enduring the most mis

PM Modi gifts Russian translated Bhagvad Gita to Putin, says, 'teachings of Gita...', know what makes it special

Prime Minister Narendra Modi shared a timeless philosophy with Russian President Vladimir Putin as he gifted him a copy of Bhagvad Gita in Russia

Lazio Beat AC Milan To Reach Italian Cup Quarter-finals

Maurizio Sarri's team will face holders Bologna in the last eight thanks to Italy winger Zaccagni heading home Nuno Tavares' corner with 10 minut

The New York Times sues Pentagon over Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth's media rules

The newspaper said the rules violate the Constitution's freedom of speech and due process provisions, since they give Mr. Hegseth the power to de

Delhi HC asks Centre to facilitate communication between Celina Jaitly, her brother detained in UAE

In her application, she claimed that her brother has been residing in the UAE since 2016 and was illegally abducted and detained in the UAE on Se

Gold, silver prices today, December 5: Check city-wise rates in Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Kolkata and more

On December 4, 2025, gold prices in India range from Rs 12,965 per 1 gram for 24K gold and Rs 11,884 per 1 gram for 22K gold. Silver is priced at

Delhi Traffic Advisory amid Russian President Putin's visit: Commuters advised to avoid THESE key routes, check diversions, major road restrictions

In the view of Russian President Vladimir Putin's two-day India visit, the Delhi Traffic Police on Thursday issued a detailed traffic advisory fo

Charlie Kirk, Zohran Mamdani, KPop Demon Hunters and Shedeur Sanders among Google's top trending searches of 2025 - Check out the top 10 list of most-searched trends in different categories

Google's 2025 search trends reveal major events and personalities. Charlie Kirk's assassination topped searches, followed by the show 'KPop Demon

Assam's ST status plan for 6 groups to be taken up 'positively'

Union minister Sarbananda Sonowal has indicated a positive consideration for granting Scheduled Tribe status to six communities in Assam. This co