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Bigg Boss 18 grand finale: Karan Veer Mehra lifts trophy, takes home Rs 50 lakhs; Vivian Dsena first Runner Up

Other show contestants who participated in the finale were Rajat Dalal, Avinash Mishra, Eisha Singh, and Chum Darang.

20 Jan 2025 1:33 am
J&K Police Releases Photos of Terrorists Active in Kishtwar; Rs 5 Lakh Reward Announced for Information

Kishtwar Police released photos of four terrorists, including Saifullah, Farman, Adil, and another believed to be Basha, and announced a Rs 5 lakh reward for credible information about each.

20 Jan 2025 12:47 am
Saif Ali Khan stabbing: Shatrughan Sinha shares Saif's image on hospital bed; turns out to be AI

Meanwhile, actor Soha Ali Khan addressed the media on Sunday, informing them that her brother Saif Ali Khan is ecovering well from his injuries. We are very, very happy that he is recovering well. We are thankful, we feel blessed and grateful that it wasn't any worse. Thank you for all your wishes, Soha told reporters.

19 Jan 2025 10:06 pm
Motilal Oswal denies accusations circulating on social media, calls them 'baseless'

Asset manager Motilal Oswal Asset Management Company (MOAMC) on Sunday denied accusations circulating on social media against the company and its officials.

19 Jan 2025 9:58 pm
Mysterious illness claims 17 lives in Rajouri village: Entire family of Mohammad Aslam dead

A mysterious illness has devastated Rajouri's Badhaal village, claiming 17 lives in the past 45 days. Among the victims are all six children of Mohammad Aslam, whose family was wiped out within a week.

19 Jan 2025 9:16 pm
This 50-year-old artisan is guardian of Kashmir's dying art of paper mache

In the quiet lanes of Bhagwanpora, Srinagar, 50-year-old Mirza Altaf Beigh dedicates his life to preserving the centuries-old art of Kashmiri paper mache. A proud torchbearer of his family's legacy, which dates back to the 14th century, Mirza crafts exquisite items like jewelry boxes, flower vases, and antique designsall by hand, using self-made tools.

19 Jan 2025 8:54 pm
Rajnikanth's iconic cigarette flip has a Bollywood connection; this legend inspired it

Thalaiva recalled trying to make his particular style statement and said that while he was in Bengaluru shooting for a film, he saw Bollywood actor Shatrughan Sinha do it in one of his films.

19 Jan 2025 8:51 pm
Darr to Drishyam: These Bollywood blockbusters inspired Hollywood remakes;

Did you know that Hollywood has also picked ideas and plots from Indian films to remake them into films? Let's take a look at 6 Hollywood remakes of Indian films.

19 Jan 2025 8:48 pm
'Your daughter doesn't recognize you': Karan Veer roasts Vivian's daughter; angry Vivian bangs bottle on table

Karan Veer Mehra, Vivian Dsena, Eisha Singh, Avinash Mishra, Chum Darang, and Rajat Dalal are the top six contenders of Bigg Boss 18. One of these contestants will emerge as the winner of BB 18. Shilpa Shirodkar, who was among the top seven contestants, was eliminated during the mid-week eviction.

19 Jan 2025 8:40 pm
Fire breaks out at Maha Kumbh Mela venue after 'gas cylinder explosion'

A fire broke out at the Maha Kumbh Mela venue in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, reportedly following the explosion of two gas cylinders inside a tent. The fire quickly spread to several nearby tents, burning them to the ground. Thankfully, no injuries have been reported.

19 Jan 2025 6:58 pm
Foreign investments by Indian firms register double digit growth at $37.7 billion in 2024

Overseas FDI investments by Indian companies shot up by a robust 17 per cent to $37.7 billion in the calendar year 2024 from $32.29 billion in the previous year, reflecting the increasing strength of the country's corporate sector in taking up foreign ventures.

19 Jan 2025 6:57 pm
Darshan Raval marries 'Best Friend' Dharal Surelia; shares dreamy wedding photos

Darshan is known for songs such as Jab Tum Chaho from Prem Ratan Dhan Payo, Main Woh Chaand from Teraa Surroor, Kheech Meri Photo from Sanam Teri Kasam, Chogada from Loveyatri among others. Dharal is an architect, design entrepreneur, and colourist.

19 Jan 2025 4:18 pm
India enters flying Taxi era with 'Shunya' prototype launch

The nation's first flying taxi prototype, named 'Shunya', was launched at the 'Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2025' in New Delhi. The unveiling of 'Shunya' is a historic step towards sustainable and futuristic mobility in the country. The prototype was showcased by Sarla Aviation, a Bengaluru-based company that is at the forefront of developing India's most sophisticated electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft.

19 Jan 2025 4:16 pm
Pilgrims praise PM Modi, CM Yogi for Maha Kumbh arrangements, selfie point major attraction

Devotees thronging Prayagraj to take a dip in Triveni Sangam the confluence of Ganga, Yamuna and the mythical Saraswati in Prayagraj, are expressing happiness over the arrangements made by the Centre and state government.

19 Jan 2025 3:01 pm
Saif Ali Khan's knife attacker Mohammad Shariful Islam Shahzad arrested: Kareena Kapoor, Jeh, Taimur visit Saif at Lilavati hospital

As per Mumbai police, Mohammad Shariful Islam Shahzad, a 30-year-old man of Bangladeshi origin, was arrested by Mumbai Police on Saturday, almost 70 hours after the stabbing of Bollywood actor Saif Ali Khan at his Bandra residence. Shahzad, who had changed his name to Vijay Das upon entering India, is a resident of Nalchity Upazila of Jhalokati district of Bangladesh.

19 Jan 2025 3:00 pm
Beant Singh assassination case: SC to hear on Monday Rajoana's plea on commutation of death penalty

The Supreme Court is slated to hear on Monday a writ petition filed by Balwant Singh Rajoana, a death row convict in the 1995 assassination case of former Punjab Chief Minister Beant Singh and others, seeking commutation of his death penalty on the ground of over 12-year-long delay in deciding his mercy petition.

19 Jan 2025 2:05 pm
Railway milestone: 18-coach trial run on Katra-Budgam track in J&K

The trial run on the Katra-Budgam railway track of Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla Rail Link (USBRL) was completed on Sunday as the 18-coach trial train started at 8 a.m. from Katra railway station towards Kashmir.

19 Jan 2025 2:04 pm
Significant step towards Atmanirbhar Bharat: PM Modi on successful launch of Firefly

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday praised the successful launch of India's first private satellite constellation, 'Firefly,' by , calling it a testament to India's growing strength in space innovation.

19 Jan 2025 2:03 pm
India's auto sector poised for robust growth, 'Make in India' a game changer: Industry

India's auto sector is poised for strong growth and the 'Make in India' initiative under the vision of Prime Minister Narendra Modi continues to help automotive companies not only produce more vehicles locally but also ramp up export volumes too.

19 Jan 2025 1:40 pm
Dakota Johnson seeks blessings at Siddhivinayak Temple with Sonali Bendre; Chris Martin chants Jai Shri Ram at Mumbai concert

For the Siddhivinayak temple visit, Dakota chose to wear a navy blue ethnic outfit paired with an orange dupatta. On Friday, the couple also visited the iconic Shri Babulnath Temple in Mumbai, seeking the blessings of Lord Shiva.

19 Jan 2025 1:39 pm
Bigg Boss 18: Shilpa Shirodkar named 'Gamer' by finalists Karan Veer Mehra and Vivian Dsena; dances to 'Yeh Bandhan Toh'

Bigg Boss 18 will be hosted by Salman Khan. The six finalists are: Rajat Dalal, Karanveer Mehra, Vivian Dsena, Avinash Mishra, Chum Darang, and Eisha Singh. One of whom will take home the winner's trophy, along with a cash prize of Rs 50 lakh.

19 Jan 2025 1:37 pm
CM Chandrababu Naidu to promote Andhra Pradesh's global stature at World Economic Forum in Davos today

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu will attend the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, on Sunday. His agenda includes promoting Andhra Pradesh to global business leaders and industrialists for potential investments.

19 Jan 2025 1:25 pm
Market outlook: Trump's inauguration, Q3 results key factors next week

The market outlook for next week will be guided by the Donald Trump factor, Q3 FY25 results, foreign institution investors (FIIs), rupee vs dollar and crude oil prices.

19 Jan 2025 1:24 pm
Centre Intervenes as Mysterious Deaths Persist in Badhaal Village of J&K's Rajouri District

A series of unexplained deaths in Badhaal village of Jammu and Kashmir's Rajouri district has prompted Union Home Minister Amit Shah to constitute an inter-ministerial team to investigate the cause of these tragedies.

19 Jan 2025 1:24 pm
Sanjay Roy convicted in RG Kar rape and murder case, sentence to be pronounced on Monday

A special court in Kolkata on Saturday convicted civic volunteer Sanjay Roy of the rape and murder of a junior woman doctor of state-run R.G. Kar Medical College & Hospital within the hospital premises in August last year.

18 Jan 2025 10:43 pm
Now next phase for justice to begin, says victim's father on RG Kar verdict

As a special court in Kolkata on Saturday convicted civic volunteer Sanjay Roy for the rape and murder of a junior woman doctor of state-run R.G. Kar Medical College & Hospital within the hospital premises in August last year, the victim's parents said that the second phase to achieve further justice has just begun.

18 Jan 2025 10:42 pm
RG Kar verdict: Political slugfest erupts in Bengal after Sanjay Roy's conviction

Just hours after a special court in Kolkata convicted civic volunteer Sanjay Roy for the rape and murder of a junior woman doctor of state-run R.G. Kar Medical College and Hospital on Saturday, a political slugfest has erupted in West Bengal.

18 Jan 2025 10:42 pm
AAP alleges Kejriwal's car attacked with bricks and stones during campaign, blames BJP

An alleged stone attack on Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) national convenor Arvind Kejriwal's car is set to turn into the latest flashpoint in the run-up to February 5 Delhi Assembly elections.

18 Jan 2025 10:41 pm
Rahul Gandhi in fresh row, BJP accuses him of disrespecting National Anthem

Leader of Opposition (LoP) in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi found himself surrounded by fresh controversy on Saturday as the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) accused him of disrespecting the National Anthem during a party event.

18 Jan 2025 10:39 pm
Doctors believe 'mysterious deaths' occurred due to neurotoxins in J&K's Rajouri

To address the fear and consternation among the inhabitants following 16 'mysterious deaths' in over one month, health department experts addressed a press conference in Budhal village of J&K's Rajouri district on Saturday and said that the deaths in the village had been caused by neurotoxins.

18 Jan 2025 10:39 pm
Heavy traffic congestion expected in Chennai as 12 Lakh commuters return post Pongal

The city of Chennai and its surrounding areas are bracing for heavy traffic congestion as nearly 12 lakh people are expected to return after the Pongal festival.

18 Jan 2025 10:38 pm
Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2025: Tata Motors unveils over 50 next-gen vehicles, intelligent solutions at auto expo

Tata Motors on Friday unveiled more than 50 next-generation vehicles, visionary concepts and intelligent solutions at the 'Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2025' here, including 32 future-ready passenger and commercial vehicles.

18 Jan 2025 5:27 pm
HSBC India gets RBI approval to open 20 new bank branches in key cities [List of key cities]

HSBC India on Thursday announced that it has received approval from the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) to open 20 new bank branches in key cities.

18 Jan 2025 5:25 pm
Indian startups raise over $308 million this week across 24 deals

The funding season in the Indian startup ecosystem continued its growth this week as startups cumulatively raised more than $308 million across 24 deals.

18 Jan 2025 5:23 pm
IREDA finalises pact for joint venture to set up 900 MW hydroelectric project in Nepal

The Indian Renewable Energy Development Agency Ltd. (IREDA) on Thursday finalised a joint venture agreement with SJVN Ltd., GMR Energy Ltd., and Nepal Electricity Authority (NEA) for the development of the 900 MW Upper Karnali Hydroelectric Project in Nepal as part of a strategic initiative aimed to strengthen regional energy security and accelerate renewable energy growth, according to an official statement.

18 Jan 2025 5:21 pm
Ranveer Singh kisses deepika Padukone, faces backlash for open hairdo; fans say 'Dua must be scared'

Ranveer donned a white sherwani with intricate gold embroidery, while Deepika stunned in a pink and white lehenga. She accessorized her look with traditional jewellery and styled her hair in a sleek bun, looking flawless in her beautiful attire.

18 Jan 2025 3:44 pm
Narco-Terror Nexus: J&K Police Personnel in Spotlight for Drug Trafficking

Amid a crackdown on narco-terrorism, the J&K administration has terminated five police officers and arrested several others for their involvement in drug trafficking.

18 Jan 2025 1:38 pm
India Semiconductor Mission, CG Power and CG Semi signed fiscal support agreement

The India Semiconductor Mission (ISM) on Friday signed a Fiscal Support Agreement (FSA) with CG Power and CG Semi, that will help the country develop a robust semiconductor manufacturing ecosystem.

18 Jan 2025 1:35 pm
'Intruder was very aggressive but didn't steal Jewellery': Kareena's statement to police on Saif Ali Khan's knife attack

The security outside Karisma's and Kareena's homes has been beefed up. On Friday night, more than 15 people were brought to the police station for interrogation. Saif Ali Khan lives with his family in the Satguru Sharan building, in a duplex (11th and 12th floors) in Bandra (West), Mumbai.

18 Jan 2025 1:34 pm
PM Modi to distribute 65 lakh property cards tomorrow in major milestone to empower rural India

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will distribute 65 lakh property cards in more than 50,000 villages across the country under the SVAMITVA Scheme on Saturday (January 18), marking a historic achievement in the empowerment of rural India.

18 Jan 2025 1:33 pm
Tripura's lone Agartala airport upgraded for more passenger movement

The Airport Authority of India (AAI) has upgraded Agartala's Maharaja Bir Bikram (MBB) Airport from Grade III to Grade II, based on the passenger movement and infrastructure development.

18 Jan 2025 12:46 pm
RG Kar verdict: Tight security in Kolkata court; parents appeal to continue stir

With just a few hours left for a special court in Kolkata to deliver its verdict on the rape and murder of a woman doctor of R.G. Kar Medical College and Hospital in Kolkata in August last year, the entire court premises have been wrapped under a blanket of security since early Saturday morning, even as her parents issued a last-moment appeal to the public not to end the fight for justice.

18 Jan 2025 12:46 pm
IMF projects India growth at 6.5 pc in 2025-26, aligns with UN report

In India, the economic growth is projected to be solid at 6.5 per cent in 2025 and 2026, as projected in October and in line with potential, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has said in its latest World Economic Outlook (WEO) update.

18 Jan 2025 11:55 am
Piyush Goyal to visit Brussels to discuss India-EU FTA, boost trade ties

In a bid to further boost trade and investment ties with the European Union (EU), Union Minister of Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal is slated to visit Brussels, Belgium for a high-level dialogue.

18 Jan 2025 11:39 am
RG Kar rape and murder case: Verdict to be out in few hours

Amid apprehensions and hope, a special court in Kolkata will be delivering the verdict within a few hours in the ghastly rape and murder of a junior doctor of R.G. Kar Medical College & Hospital in Kolkata within the hospital premises in August

18 Jan 2025 11:38 am
Week Ahead: Indian stock market awaits mixed bag of impact over Trump's inauguration

As Indian investors adopt a cautious approach ahead of the inauguration of Donald Trump as 47th US President and his comments with focus on tariffs, this week was a mixed bag for the domestic benchmark indices.

18 Jan 2025 11:36 am
Post-Covid Film Industry Evolved Beyond Star System, Traditional viewership: Rahul Mittra at India Digital Summit

Post-Covid, entertainment industry has had a churning of sorts leading to major changes like decimation of the star system followed by change of viewership palate, said filmmaker Rahul Mittra

18 Jan 2025 11:33 am
Chris Martin, Dakota Johnson seek blessings at Babulnath Temple in Mumbai; actor whispers wishes in Lord Nandi's ears [Watch]

The band will kick off their tour on January 18 at DY Patil Stadium in Mumbai and is set to perform three additional concerts. They will play two more shows in Mumbai on January 19 and January 21 before heading to Ahmedabad for their grand finale at Narendra Modi Stadium on January 25.

18 Jan 2025 10:54 am
Meet Zaheeb Bhat, young Kashmiri biker to set record on world's most dangerous roads

Zaheeb Bhat, a 21-year-old biker from Kashmir, defies norms to conquer dangerous trails, inspire youth, and promote adventure tourism.

18 Jan 2025 10:49 am
Gearing up for Mumbai Marathon 2025? Pro runner's secrets for race day revealed

As Mumbai Marathon 2025 kicks off on Sunday, here are some expert tips on how to nail that race like a professional.

18 Jan 2025 12:23 am