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Will SIR in West Bengal backfire on BJP with 'No Mapping' voters mostly in Matua areas, negligible in Muslim seats?

The SIR of West Bengal's voter list exposes a twist-unmapped voters are concentrated in Matua-dominated seats, not Muslim areas, denting BJP's migrant narrative.

17 Dec 2025 7:20 pm
Supreme Court orders closure of 9 toll plazas at Delhi borders till..., cites rising air pollution, 'Let us think of...', check details

The Supreme Court on Wednesday ordered to close or relocate nine toll plazas to decongest Delhi's border areas and reduce high levels of air pollution. The order has come amid the ongoing hearing on air pollution. The closure is temporary till January 2026.

17 Dec 2025 7:13 pm
Tata Group's reveals BIG tourism plan in Uttar Pradesh as chairman N Chandrasekaran meets CM Yogi Adityanath

Tata plans include are also in place to build 30 more hotels by 2026, including a proposed state-of-the-art signature hotel in Noida.

17 Dec 2025 6:51 pm
'Passengers need to pay': Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on extra luggage on trains

At present, class-wise maximum limit has been prescribed for carriage of luggage by the passenger along with him/her inside the compartments, the minister said.

17 Dec 2025 6:15 pm
Dhurandhar star Akshaye Khanna REVEALS his simple fitness secrets:, says this about diet

Akshaye Khanna, star of Dhurandhar, stays fit through a flexible diet, moderate exercise, and enjoyable activities like swimming, squash, and yoga. He emphasizes balance, moderation, and consistency over strict routines.

17 Dec 2025 6:13 pm
Dhurandhar box office: Ranveer Singh, Akshaye Khanna film continues to break records; becomes first Hindi movie to earn Rs...

Dhurandhar has become the first Hindi film to earn Rs 200 crore in its second week. The Aditya Dhar-directed blockbuster spy thriller stars Ranveer Singh, Akshaye Khanna, Sanjay Dutt, Arjun Rampal, and R Madhavan in the leading roles.

17 Dec 2025 6:04 pm
Dhurander fame Ayesha Khan opens up on skincare struggles, reveals why she doesn't approve of skincare remedies

Dhurander fame Ayesha Khan, seen on Bigg Boss 17, revealed her struggle with acne. Home remedies like Multani Mitti didn't work, and only dermatologist guidance cleared her skin. She advised fans to seek professional help for serious skin issues.

17 Dec 2025 5:49 pm
After bagging whopping Rs 25.20 cr IPL deal, Cameron Green falls for two-ball duck in Ashes

Just a few hours after bagging one of the biggest IPL deals in Auction, Australian star all-rounder Cameron Green faces a reality check during an Ashes match in Adelaide. Know more about it.

17 Dec 2025 5:45 pm
Why Are Spider Plants the Perfect Beginner-Friendly Indoor Plant?

Spider plants are resilient, pet-safe, and air-purifying, making them the ideal low-maintenance choice for beginners seeking fast-growing greenery.

17 Dec 2025 5:34 pm
Integration of CRM with ERP and Marketing Tools on the Rise

Integrating CRM with ERP and marketing tools creates a unified data flow, eliminating silos to improve profitability and operational efficiency.

17 Dec 2025 5:31 pm
Meet Indian who refused blank cheque from one of the world's richest universities for his treasure, donated it instead for free to...

He wrote extensively on the history of Calcutta in the English language and published 61 books.

17 Dec 2025 5:09 pm
Dhurandhar makes history, becomes first Bollywood film to have its entire soundtrack listed on Spotify Global Top 200 chart

With Dhurandhar, Shashwat Sachdev delivers a soundtrack that functions at scale - spanning cinematic score-driven compositions, contemporary hip-hop-influenced tracks, and emotionally led songs - while operating as a cohesive musical body.

17 Dec 2025 4:43 pm
Who was Meher Castelino? India's first Femina Miss India dies at 81

Meher Castelino, who was India's first Miss India and a celebrated fashion journalist, has passed away at the age of 81.

17 Dec 2025 4:27 pm
Why is Delhi's air still toxic long after Diwali and stubble burning?

Even without stubble burning or firecrackers, Delhi's air remains toxic due to old vehicles, dust, coal power plants and winter weather traps.

17 Dec 2025 4:19 pm
Supreme Court's BIG order on old diesel, petrol vehicles in Delhi-NCR, ends protection to...

Supreme Court ends protection to End of Life (EOL) vehicles in Delhi-NCR.

17 Dec 2025 4:16 pm
Chandni Chowk's iconic, a near century old Annapurna Bhandar to shut down on..., due to..., know its history, connection with Jawaharlal Nehru, Indira Gandhi

Chandni Chowk's iconic sweet shop, Annapurna Bhandar, has been serving customers authentic Bengali delicacies since 1929. However due to legal issues the shop will be closed down in December 31, 2025. MM Mukherjee was founder of the shop whose grandson has been running the shop for the past 60 years

17 Dec 2025 4:11 pm
James Cameron wishes to DIRECT 'few shots' of SS Rajamouli, Mahesh Babu's Varanasi, requests Baahubali director to...

Ahead of Avatar Fire and Ash grand release, SS Rajamouli watched the latest Pandora adventure, and even interacted with director James Cameron.

17 Dec 2025 4:01 pm
Sobhita Dhulipala and Naga Chaitanya expecting their first child? Nagarjuna says 'when the time...'

Tollywood actors Sobhita Dhulipala and Naga Chaitanya are rumoured to be expecting their first child. Nagarjuna's subtle reaction has fueled fan and media speculation, while the couple continues to keep their personal life private.

17 Dec 2025 3:51 pm
Yashasvi Jaiswal hospitalised after Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy match: Know real reason

Yashasvi Jaiswal was reportedly rushed to the hospital after a match against Rajasthan in the ongoing Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy. Know the real reason behind it.

17 Dec 2025 3:33 pm
Payal Dhare aka Payal Gaming's net worth REVEALED, why is this popular YouTuber going viral?

Payal Dhare, also known as Payal Gaming, is going viral on social media after a 19-minutes long private MMS video is circulating on the internet. Who is she and what is her net worth?

17 Dec 2025 3:28 pm
Trump-Munir Talks: Will Pakistan Army send troops to Gaza? Will it trigger political backlash? Why should India be upset?

Will Islamabad deploy troops in the Gaza Strip after Pakistan Army chief Asim Munir meet US President Donald Trump? How India may find itself in a catch-22 situation?

17 Dec 2025 2:01 pm
Days after India's biggest Aviation crisis, IndiGo beats Air India, Air India Express in...

IndiGo has overtaken Air India and Air India Express in international passenger traffic during the July-September 2025 quarter, according to official data by the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA).

17 Dec 2025 1:54 pm
Kusha Kapila celebrates big win as her shapewear brand Underneat secures funding of Rs 542235900 from...

Kusha Kapila's shapewear brand Underneat secures USD 6 million in funding from Fireside Ventures, aiming to expand operations, improve products, and focus on sustainability and inclusive sizing, marking a major milestone in her journey from content creator to entrepreneur.

17 Dec 2025 1:53 pm
Vikram Bhatt, wife Shwetambari sent to judicial custody, accused Rs 30 crore fraud, fake bills, duping Rajasthan's influential...

Vikram Bhatt and his wife Shwetambhari Bhatt have been accused with six others for defrauding the Udaipur-based founder of Indira Group of Companies, Dr Ajay Murdia, of Rs 30 crore.

17 Dec 2025 1:40 pm
Prithvi Shaw Net Worth: Once Rs 7.5 crore IPL star, now back with DC at Rs 75 lakh; Here's all about Maharashtra batter's rise, fall and IPL revival

Prithvi Shaw, who led India to victory in the Under-19 World Cup in 2018, garnered significant global attention when he scored a century on his Test debut against the West Indies. The 26-year-old player has rejoined DC for IPL 2026 after 4 years. Read here to know about this net worth.

17 Dec 2025 1:40 pm
Who is Payal Gaming? 21-year-old YouTuber going viral after private video MMS circulating on social media, fans says, 'deepfake...'

Popular YouTuber Payal Dhare is going viral on social media after a MMS-like private video is widely circulating all over social media. Social media is flooded with comments and remarks on the video. While some people are claiming her to be the woman seen in the video, many suggests that it is not real but an AI generated deepfake video. There has been no confirmation whether it is a leaked video or an AI generated video.

17 Dec 2025 1:25 pm
Low Forex Markup Cards: Smart Choices for International Travellers

Use zero-forex cards like IDFC FIRST WOW! or Mayura and always pay in local currency to save up to 5% on every international transaction.

17 Dec 2025 1:18 pm
Ananya Panday reunites with Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu Meri co-star Kartik Aaryan; stuns in bandhani meets benarasi outfit by...; SEE pics

Ananya Panday impressed fans and fashion critics in a Bandhani-Benarasi outfit by Arpita Mehta while promoting her film 'Tu Meri Main Tera' with Kartik Aaryan, blending traditional Indian style with a modern, elegant look.

17 Dec 2025 1:00 pm
Ahmedabad: Three schools get bomb threat emails, security heightened; Here's what we know so far

Three schools in Ahmedabad received bomb threats via email on Wednesday, leading to swift security actions.

17 Dec 2025 12:53 pm
R Madhavan REACTS to 'getting ignored' in Dhurandhar due to Akshaye Khanna wave, netizens say 'It always happens with him'

R Madhavan is happy with the stupendous success of his latest film, Dhurandhar. But he's also bit affected with Akshaye Khanna taking away all the attention, and his recent social media activity confirmed it.

17 Dec 2025 12:40 pm
Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant twin in black, meet with Lionel Messi in Jamnagar, SEE pic

Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant met football star Lionel Messi in Jamnagar, turning heads in matching black outfits. Fans celebrated online as photos went viral, highlighting a perfect mix of fashion, glamour and celebrity lifestyle at a star-studded event.

17 Dec 2025 12:18 pm
CM Rekha Gupta's govt takes BIG step amid pollution crisis, mandates 50%...; Here are the details

The Delhi government on Wednesday mandated all government and private companies to function at a 50% work from home mode amid the pollution crisis.

17 Dec 2025 11:56 am
Bad news for mobile users: Jio, Airtel, Vi likely to INCREASE prepaid, postpaid tariffs by...; Here's all you need to know

Indian telecom giants, including Reliance Jio, Bharti Airtel and Vodafone Idea, are expected to raise prepaid and postpaid tariffs by up to 20% in 2026.

17 Dec 2025 11:48 am
17 Dec 2025 11:47 am
UK Moves to End Dry Tax on DeFi: What HMRC's New Framework Changes

In a significant step for digital-asset regulation, His Majesty's Revenue and Customs (HMRC), the UK's tax authority responsible for collecting taxes and defining how financial assets are treated under law, has proposed a major shift in the taxation of decentralised finance (DeFi) activity.

17 Dec 2025 11:38 am
Dhurandhar box office collection day 12: Ranveer Singh DETHRONES Allu Arjun, beats Pushpa 2 in..., crosses Rs 600 crore mark

Ranveer Singh and team Dhurandhar have grossed over Rs 600 crore worldwide in just 12 days, and the movie is expected to end its lifetime collection in the range of Rs 700-750 crore, which is astounding.

17 Dec 2025 11:31 am
Who is Sarthak Ranjan? Meet Bihar MP Pappu Yadav's son who will play from Shah Rukh Khan's KKR in IPL 2026, here's all you need to know about him

After the auction, Pappu Yadav took to social media platform X to congratulate his son. Sharing an emotional message in Hindi, the Bihar politician praised Sarthak and encouraged him to play freely, trust his talent, and make a name for himself through cricket. Read here to know more about Sarthak.

17 Dec 2025 11:15 am
Jasprit Bumrah to play 4th T20I against South Africa? Shivam Dube gives MAJOR update: 'I have he heard is...'

indian all-rounder Shivam Dube has given a major update on Jasprit Bumrah's availability for the upcoming fourth T20I against South Africa at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow on December 17. Read here to know what he said.

17 Dec 2025 10:16 am
Congress announces major nationwide protest against alleged 'BJP-RSS conspiracy' of..., President Mallikarjun Kharge holds press conference

Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge on Wednesday will address a special press briefing in the national capital, amid the party's sharp attack on the Bharatiya Janata Party-led Centre over what it describes as an assault on Mahatma Gandhi's legacy, workers' rights and the federal structure.

17 Dec 2025 9:45 am
Good News for Delhi-NCR residents: Air quality improves slightly, but remains in 'very poor' category, AQI reaches...; Check area-wise pollution level here

The national capital, Delhi, witnessed a slight improvement in air quality on Wednesday morning, with the overall Air Quality Index (AQI) recorded at 328 at around 8 am, keeping it in the 'very poor' category, according to data from the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB).

17 Dec 2025 9:35 am
Lionel Messi expresses gratitude to India for 'warm welcome, great hospitality' during GOAT India Tour, says 'We'll take all the love and we'll be back'

Lionel Messi thanked Indian fans after concluding his GOAT India Tour across Kolkata, Hyderabad, Mumbai and Delhi. The tour featured massive fanfare, cricket-football crossovers, meetings with leaders and athletes, and memorable moments despite brief chaos in Kolkata.

17 Dec 2025 8:50 am
Amid divorce rumours, Mahhi Vij drops emotional note for her 'first love', it's not Jay Bhanushali, but...: 'I love with all my heart, soul'

Mahhi Vij dropped a heartwarming note for her foster daughter, Khushi, and admitted that she loves the little girl unconditionally, leaving her fans emotional.

17 Dec 2025 8:11 am
Who is Mustapha Kharbouch? Brown University student linked with mass shooting after profile removed amid suspect search

The investigation into the Brown University shooting, which left two dead and nine injured, continues without the identification of a suspect. Speculation has centered around Mustapha Kharbouch after his student profile was removed, though no official connection to the case has been confirmed.

17 Dec 2025 7:41 am
Oscars 2026: Homebound shortlisted for Best International Feature Film, Karan Johar thanks Neeraj Ghaywan for 'making so many dreams of ours come true'

Neeraj Ghaywan's Homebound, featuring Ishaan Khatter, Vishal Jethwa, and Janhvi Kapoor, got shortlisted for the 98th Academy Awards in the Best International Feature Film category, leaving the producer Karan Johar overwhelmed.

17 Dec 2025 7:37 am
Viral video: As Dhurandhar earns Rs 600 crore, Akshaye Khanna quietly celebrates film's success away from Mumbai, at his farmhouse, keeps a...

Akshaye Khanna is among the rare stars in Bollywood who burst onto the big screen with their impeccable performances and then return to their private world, away from the chaos. Akshaye was also spotted after Dhurandhar, and he's ain't partying, but living peacefully in his Alibagh farmhouse.

17 Dec 2025 7:27 am
IPL 2026 Auction: Prithvi Shaw rejoins Delhi Capitals, latter shares heartfelt message on social media: 'Back to...'

The 26-year-old Prithvi Shaw has played five Test matches and six ODIs for India since making his debut against the West Indies in October 2018. His most recent ODI was against Sri Lanka on July 23, 2021.

17 Dec 2025 7:20 am
Good News for Uttar Pradesh residents: THIS 4-lane highway, built with cost of Rs 188 crore, to cut short travel time between Moradabad and Bareilly, check details here

The NHAI had allocated a budget of Rs 188 crore for the project, which included the construction of two interchanges and the expansion of the highway to four lanes.

17 Dec 2025 6:58 am
PM Modi becomes FIRST global leader to be conferred with Ethiopia's top honour, receives highest civilian award in Addis Ababa

Prime Minister of India Narendra Modi has been conferred with Ethiopia highest award, The Great Honour Nishan of Ethiopia. PM Modi is the first global Head of State or Head of Government to receive this award.

17 Dec 2025 6:12 am
8th Pay Commission arrears to start from January 1, 2026? Here's what the govt said

Last month, the Centre approved the terms of reference for the 8th Pay Commission and granted the panel a period of 18 months to submit its report. This means that the report submission will likely be around mid-2027.

17 Dec 2025 12:23 am
Ahan Shetty reveals dad Suniel Shetty's advice for Border 2 co-starring Sunny Deol, Varun Dhawan, Diljit Dosanjh

Directed by Anurag Singh, Border 2 features a formidable ensemble cast including Sunny Deol, Varun Dhawan, Diljit Dosanjh, Ahan Shetty, Medha Rana, Mona Singh, Anya Singh, and Sonam Bajwa. The much-anticipated sequel is slated to release in cinemas on January 23, 2026.

17 Dec 2025 12:19 am