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Urdunama Podcast | Zehn and Jazbtiyat: Heart vs Mind in Urdu Poetry

Poems from the space where our zehn thinks and our jazbtiyat refuses to stay quiet.

Pune land deal row: Revenue officials should have refused faulty registrations, says Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar

Ajit Pawars comments came against the backdrop of a notice issued by the deputy registrar to the firm of his son, Parth Pawar

Three U.S. lawmakers introduce resolution to end 50% tariffs imposed by Trump on India

Deborah Ross, Marc Veasey and Raja Krishnamoorthi introduced the resolution in the House of Representatives to terminate Mr. Trumps national emer

Teenage girl goes missing in Hyderabad, feared kidnapped

Hyderabad: A teenage girl went missing from the Falaknuma area in Hyderabad. She is feared kidnapped from the area. The police are making concert

Delhi chokes as AQI nears 'severe' level

According to the CPCB data, Wazirpur registered the highest AQI at 445, followed by Vivek Vihar at 444, Jahangirpuri at 442, Anand Vihar at 439,

Aditya Dhar says Dhurandhar Part 2 is coming on Hrithik Roshans 2nd review

Mumbai: Filmmaker Aditya Dhar, who is currently basking in the success of his latest release Dhurandhar, promised the part 2 is coming and that h

Kerala local body polls: UDF seems holding to its Ernakulam fort, lead in Kochi Corporation, district panchayat

The United Democratic Front was leading in 12 municipalities in Ernakulam out of the 13 in Ernakulam district at 10 a.m.

Bolivian court orders former President jailed for five months on corruption charges

A Bolivian court has ordered the countrys former President Luis Arce to remain detained for five months while he awaits trial on corruption charg

Trump's $100,000 H-1B visa fee draws legal challenge from USstates

The states joining California in the lawsuit include New York, Massachusetts, Illinois, New Jersey and Washington

Navjot Kaur asks CM Mann to provide her security

Navjot Kaur Sidhu questioned CM Manns silence over the issues she raised with Punjab Governor Gulab Chand Kataria, and accused him of facilitatin

Pakistan, 7 others voice support for UNRWAs humanitarian role in Gaza

Islamabad: Eight leading Muslim countries, including Pakistan, have expressed strong support for the UN relief agency for Palestinian refugees, s

Lionel Messi Returns to India After 14 Years; Watch Live on Waves OTT (Dec 1315)

Waves OTT invites fans nationwide to download the app, tune in live, and be part of football history, as Lionel Messis GOAT India Tour unfolds li

Lionel Messi India tour 2025: Argentina football star to travel to four cities, meet PM Modi. Check itinerary, venues and key events

Lionel Messi has arrived in Kolkata for the GOAT India Tour 2025 and is all set to begin his India tour. In Kolkata, he will unveil the 70-foot s

BJP set to elect new UP President; senior leaders to file nominations today

Maurya asserted that the BJP remains committed to a transparent electoral process within the organisation, contrasting it with the Samajwadi Part

10 Huts Gutted in Vizianagaram

According to the locals, the fire broke out after sparks flew from a brazier that was being used to keep warm during the cold weather.

Saphala Ekadashi in December 2025: Tithi, parana time and religious significance

Saphala Ekadashi, a significant Hindu observance dedicated to Lord Vishnu, will be celebrated on December 15, 2025. Devotees will undertake a fas

Preservationists sue to halt Trump`s 90,000-sq-ft White House ballroom project

The Trust had previously called for a pause in construction in letters to the National Capital Planning Commission, the National Park Service, an

Quote of the day by J. K. Rowling: Understanding is the first step to acceptance, and only with.

J.K. Rowling, renowned for the Harry Potter series, overcame personal struggles to achieve global success. Her quote, Understanding is the first

Lockie Ferguson Interview: Shreyas Iyer Is the Best Captain a Bowler Can Ask For

Shreyas Iyer has taken three IPL teams to a final. What makes him successful? Lockie Ferguson decodes.

Delhi chokes as AQI nears severe level

New Delhi: A thick blanket of smog shrouded the national capital on Saturday morning with an air quality index (AQI) of 397, on the brink of the

Israel signs 10-year strategic space agreement with NASA

We are now committed to the next national goal: training the first Israeli female astronaut.

Shah Rukh Khan Reaches Kolkata Ahead of Lionel Messi Event, Joined by Son AbRam

In visuals going viral from Kolkata airport, SRK was seen making a late-night entry, accompanied by his younger son, AbRam.

Hefty Price for Messi Event Ticket; WB Guv Seeks Report from Govt

Messi would begin his GOAT India Tour on Saturday with a sponsors' meet-and-greet before heading to the Salt Lake Stadium for a tribute programme

Scammer Told Her She Was Named In Terror Case. Then Defrauded Rs 30 Lakh

Unidentified fraudsters extorted Rs 30 lakh from a 67-year-old woman in Indore by claiming that her name had surfaced in a terror case investigat

Tucker Carlson visits Gaza, accuses Israel of murdering children

American media person Tucker Carlson has accused Israel of killing children in Palestine. Carlson made the observation after visiting about 2,000

Quote of the Day by Sir John A. Macdonald: Let us not, like the hunters in the fable, quarrel about the skin before we

Canada's first Prime Minister, Sir John A. Macdonald, was instrumental in the nation's 1867 Confederation and westward expansion, notably the Can

Skydiver left dangling 15,000 feet after parachute entangles on airplane tail

The pilot and 16 other parachutists on board the Cessna Caravan that day were not hurt

Video Shows Truckers' Shootout In Canada, 3 Indian-Origin Men Arrested

Three Indian-origin truck drivers have been arrested after a shootout between two rival tow-truck groups in Canada. The search is still on for an

20 states sue Donald Trump over USD100,000 H-1B visa fee

Washington: Twenty US states filed a lawsuit challenging the Trump Administrations decision to impose a $100,000 fee on new H-1B visa petitions,

Reddit challenges Australias ban on social media use by teens

California-based Reddit Incs suit filed in the High Court follows a case filed last month by Sydney-based rights group Digital Freedom Project

Lionel Messi to virtually unveil his 70-foot statue at Lake Town in Kolkata

The Argentine football legend arrived in the City of Joy early on Saturday morning to an overwhelming reception from fans

Messi GOAT Tour LIVE: Footbvall Great's 1st Reaction Of 70 Feet Statue

Lionel Messi GOAT Tour Of India, Day 1 LIVE Updates: Argentina football icon Lionel Messi arrived in Kolkata for the highly-anticipated 'GOAT Tou

Hundreds of immigrants remain detained after 7th Circuit Court ruling in Chicago

The consent decree has been in the spotlight amid the Trump administrations Chicago-area immigration crackdown thats led to more than 4000 arrest

EU set to freeze Russian assets over Ukraine war, Orban criticises move

Russias central bank calls move illegal; threatens to file lawsuits in arbitration court to recover damages

Kashmir Gripped By Chilly Nights; Pulwama Coldest At -4.2C, Zojila Plunges To -17C

Srinagar, Dec 13: Cold conditions continued to prevail across Jammu & Kashmir as night temperatures remained low, with several areas in the Kashm

Paramounts $54 billion debt plays a starring role in Warner bid

Paramount has a temporary financing package in place for the combined company, but it hasnt locked in a maximum rate on more permanent borrowings

Crime Branch Kashmir Cracks 53 Lakh Land Scam, Chargesheet Filed Against Four Accused

Srinagar, Dec 13: The Economic Offences Wing (EOW) of Crime Branch Kashmir has filed a chargesheet before the Court of Chief Judicial Magistrate,

SIT files murder charges in Zubeen Garg death case, four accused named

Murder charge slapped on four despite Singapore cops no foul play line

Messi Checks In Room No. 730 In Hyatt Regency: Likely Per Night Cost Here

Lionel Messi arrived in Kolkata for the three-day G.O.A.T. Tour of India in the early hours of Saturday

Vote Counting Begins for Kerala Local Body Polls

Counting is being carried out in 244 centres and 14 district collectorates

Can Chewing Curry Leaves On An Empty Stomach Help In Managing Diabetes?

Curry leaves for diabetes control. Research shows that chewing a couple of leaves on an empty stomach can lower blood sugar. Find out the safe do

North Korea acknowledges its troops cleared mines for Russia

North Korea sent troops to clear mines in Russia's Kursk region earlier this year, leader Kim Jong Un said in a speech carried on Saturday by sta

'No big deal': Trump dismisses newly released photos with Epstein, says 'everybody knows this man'

SBI Loans To Be Cheaper As It Passes RBI Rate Cut Benefit To Borrowers

The country's largest lender State Bank of India (SBI) has reduced its lending rate by 25 basis points, following the Reserve Bank's policy rate

Unpacking SIP Leak: Why 75% of India's New Mutual Fund Investors Quit Early

Data from mid-2025 shows that SIP exits spike precisely when markets dip

Donald Trumps $100,000 H-1B visa fee draws legal challenge from U.S.states

The states joining California in the lawsuit include New York, Massachusetts, Illinois, New Jersey and Washington

Goa Fire: Thailand, India Coordinating Luthra Brothers Deportation

Deportation procedures for the Luthra brothers are underway, with the Goa Police in continuous coordination with central agencies

Viagra Alternative For Women Launched In US, Works In 10 Minutes

US-based Dare Bioscience developed a topical cream with sildenafil that boosts female arousal and works in ten minutes.

Delhi chokes as air quality deteriorates, AQI recorded at 393

The situation follows a continuation of poor air quality conditions observed on Friday as well

Retail inflation rises to 0.71 per cent in Nov on higher food and fuel prices

Fuel and light inflation for November was 2.32 per cent against 1.98 per cent in October 2025

'Unsecured Lending Means...': Nithin Kamath Explains Why Zerodha Stays Out

The brokerage is doubling down on Loan Against Securities (LAS)a low-risk, asset-backed model aligned with its investor base.

Global blockbuster Ozempic injection now available in India

India gets Ozempic as Novo Nordisk rolls out weekly diabetes jab known worldwide for slimming effects

On Camera, Australian Politician's Pet Dog Welcomes Bull, Horse Into Home

A lawmaker in Australia was left in udder disbelief when he came home to discover his pet dog had let a bull and a horse into his living room. An

Kerala Local Body Election Result 2025 Live: LDF crosses 400 mark in gram panchayats as NDF gains some steam. Check latest update

Kerala Civics Polls Result 2025: The counting of votes for Kerala local body elections started at 8 am today. The State Election Commission (SEC)

Hyderabad: SIR is NRC in disguise, says Akhilesh Yadav

Hyderabad: Samajwadi Party president Akhilesh Yadav has launched a scathing attack on the SIR of electoral rolls in Uttar Pradesh, alleging that

Box Office: Next Stop For Ranveer Singh's Dhurandhar - Rs 250 Crore

By the end of its first week, Dhurandhar had accumulated Rs 207.25 crore, placing it 12th on the list of highest first-week collections in Bollyw

Thai authorties working with Indian counterparts to ensure deportation of Luthra brothers implicated in Goa club killer fire

Deportation procedures of the Luthra brothers from Thailand are underway, and the Goa Police are in continuous coordination with central agencies

IndiGo Will Pay Over Rs 500 Crore To Customers Severely Affected By Crisis

IndiGo said on Friday that it has estimated the compensation amount will exceed Rs 500 crore for customers whose flights were cancelled within 24

UNESCO meet in India ends on Saturday, China to play host to ICH panel session next year

The closing ceremony was hosted on Friday evening by India at the temporary pavilion, Plenary Hall, at the fort complex, as delegates will head o

Taliban Detains 4 Afghan Men For Dressing Like Characters From British TV Show Peaky Blinders

Four young men in Herat, Afghanistan, were detained by the Taliban for dressing as characters from the TV show Peaky Blinders.

PMK Leader's Visit To Vijay-Led TVK's Headquarters Sparks Alliance Buzz

K Balu said the purpose was his visit was to invite the TVK to participate in their December 17 protest in Chennai, demanding a caste-based surve

3 yrs after womans death, husband arrested for murder using venomous snake

Thane: After nearly three years of investigation, Badlapur police in the district have arrested a man and three others for allegedly murdering hi

Thane Man Steals Rs 2.23 Lakh From Employer, Tries To Stage It As Robbery

Sushant Dashrath Mohite claimed that two men in khaki uniform stopped him, checked his vehicle documents and forcibly took Rs 2.23 lakh.

Railways Revise Timings of Janmabhoomi Superfast Express; Special Trains Extended

New schedule to take effect from February 15; weekly special services extended to manage Sankranti rush.

Geminids Meteor Shower 2025: What are Geminids and where do the meteors come from? NASA explains the unusual source

Geminids Meteor Shower 2025: Bright yellow fireballs streak across skies around the globe in the popular Geminids meteor shower will lighten the

Political landscape heats up in Bangladesh ahead of elections

In the upcoming election, the ailing former Prime Minister Begum Khaleda Zia's BNP are emerging as the main political force. Bangladesh Jamaat-e-

Counting of votes polled in local body polls in Kerala commences

Initial trends shared by the State Election Commission (SEC) showed the ruling LDF, the opposition UDF and the NDA leading in various grama panch

Union Cabinet Approves Single Higher Education Regulator Replacing Multiple Bodies

The new regulator, named Viksit Bharat Shiksha Adhikshan, will handle regulation, accreditation, and professional standards but will not manage f

Lockie Ferguson Exclusive: Still Surprised Dhoni Left a Sh*t Ball in World Cup

Six years on, MS Dhoni's leave at the 2019 World Cup semi-final still bemuses Lockie Ferguson.

Iran Seizes Oil Tanker Carrying Illegal Fuel, Indians Among 18 Crew Members

Iran has seized an oil tanker in the Gulf of Oman, Iranian media said overnight Friday to Saturday, adding that 18 crew members from India, Sri L

Queen Mxima's Fashion Moment in Suriname: The Mix of Cultures

During the emotionally heavy trip, where King Willem-Alexander apologized for the role of the Netherlands in slavery, descendants of enslaved peo

Heavy Smog Blankets Delhi As Air Quality Nears 'Severe', Airport Issues Advisory

Residents of Delhi woke up to smog on Saturday, with the air quality nearing the severe category. According to data from the Central Pollution Co

Indigo Airline back on track; resumes operations across 138 destinations, operates around 2050 flights

After Settlement, Court Quashes FIR Against Hospital In Cotton Mop Case

The Delhi High Court has quashed an FIR registered against a private hospital and one of its senior doctors after noting that the medical neglige

Quote of the day by Marilyn Monroe: 'I believe that everything happens for a reason, people change...'

Marilyn Monroe, one of the most iconic figures of the Hollywood, inspired people with her wise words. Her one of the quotes 'I believe that every

Hyderabad: HC questions police role in land ownership disputes

Hyderabad: The Telangana High Court on Friday, December 12, questioned the authority of the police to determine ownership of disputed lands, obse

Mirwaiz urges government to stop arresting people and relocate Kashmiri prisoners back to jails in J&K

Mirwaiz said these people are being even when they have moved on and were not involved associated with any form of violence for decades now.

Nita Mukesh Ambani Cultural Centre presents Doug Aitkens spectacular art exhibition, Under the Sun

In this photo essay, we showcase a range of outstanding artworks on display at NMACC in Mumbai.

US Aims for International Gaza Force Deployment Early Next Year

The U.S. Central Command will host a conference in Doha on December 16 with partner nations to plan the International Stabilization Force for Gaz

Pakistans ties with Nordic states touch new low as Norway envoy served demarche

This would be the first time in recent years that Pakistan has served a demarche to an European envoy. European envoys are generally given red ca

Cabinet ministers absent, Upper House adjourned

NEW DELHI: The Rajya Sabha on Friday saw an unusual brief adjournment as no cabinet minister was present in the House when the session began. The

UN Expert Warns Pakistan Over Imran Khan's Detention Conditions Amid Political Turmoil

Imran Khan's detention has become a focal point of Pakistan's deep political divisions following his removal from office in April 2022 and the su

MNREGA gets new name, 125 days of employment

NEW DELHI: Setting the stage for a major overhaul of the countrys flagship rural jobs scheme, the Union Cabinet on Friday approved the renaming o

Donald Trump's USD 100000 H-1B visa fee faces legal challenge from these US states due to...

California Attorney General Rob Bonta, whose office is leading the case, said the administration lacked authority to impose the fee.

Trump Diverted Billions In Military Funds To Support Immigration: Report

The Trump administration diverted more than $2 billion from US military funds in 2025 to support immigration enforcement operations, weakening mi

100 promises, zero action

With polls round the corner, the disconnect between raja and praja is stark. While politicians talk bird parks, golf courses, world-class project

'European Buses Have Nothing On Indian Buses': Canadian Man Praises India's $15 Sleeper Rides

Canadian traveller Justin said Indian sleeper buses were better than the European counterparts, owing to the host of amenities provided.

Fighting continues between Thailand, Cambodia after Trump claim of ceasefire

Cambodia stated Thai forces continued bombing Saturday morning, hours after US President Donald Trump announced a ceasefire. Thailand countered,

Voting should be made a breeze for the elderly

Some of the committees recommendations to make voting more senior-friendly strike a chord

US senators seek to overturn Trump rule hitting Indian H-1B spouses

Washington: A group of influential US senators have introduved a legislation in the Senate to overturn a Trump administration rule that ends auto