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Bondi Beach Suspect Father Arrived in Philippines as Indian National

Sajid Akram, 50, Indian national, and Naveed Akram, 24, Australian national, arrived in the Philippines together last November 1, 2025 from Sydne

Trump file U10 billion lawsuit accusing BBC of defamation, election interference

US President Donald Trump has sued the BBC for $10 billion, alleging defamation and unfair practices over the editing of his January 6, 2021 spee

Over 58 Lakh Names Deleted As Poll Body Publishes Bengal's SIR Draft List

In a development likely to raise a political storm in poll-bound West Bengal, a total of 58 lakh names have been deleted from the state's draft v

Security Forces Hunt For Terrorists Holed Up In Udhampur Village

Jammu, Dec 16: Security forces searched for terrorists in Udhampur on Tuesday, a day after a policeman was martyred in a gunfight there, a police

IIT Hyderabad, Delhi Metro ink pact for autonomous mobility project

Hyderabad: IIT Hyderabad and the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) have signed a agreement to jointly develop next-generation autonomous mobili

Lawsuits And Settlements: A Look At Trump's Fight With News Organisations

President Donald Trump's contentious relationship with news organizations has led to a host of disputes and legal battles, the latest a lawsuit a

Goa fire tragedy: Thai authorities deport nightclub co-owners Luthra brothers to India

Flipkart gets NCLT nod to shift domicile to India, moves closer to IPO

The approval allows the amalgamation of eight Singapore-incorporated entities with India-based Flipkart Internet. The combined entity will be cal

Delhi govt directs schools to shift to online mode up to class-5 as air quality deteriorates

Physical classes for students from nursery to Class 5 have been discontinued across all government, government-aided and unaided private recognis

'Statue of Liberty' tilts, then topples to ground in Brazil's Rio Grande do Sul in dramatic video. Watch viral clip

A colossal 24-meter Statue of Liberty replica in Brazil's Rio Grande do Sul was toppled by fierce winds reaching 90 km/h. Fortunately, Havan staf

J&K Polices Counter Intel Wing Carries Out Raids In Seven Districts Of Kashmir Valley

SRINAGAR, Dec 16: The Counter Intelligence wing of Jammu and Kashmir Police on Tuesday carried out pre-dawn raids at multiple locations across th

Vijay Diwas 2025: PM Modi salutes armed forces; President Murmu pays homage to 1971 war soldiers

Vijay Diwas is celebrated on December 16 every year to honour the soldiers who fought in the 1971 Indo-Pak war, which culminated in the surrender

SIR 2026: EC Releases List of Deleted Voters in Bengal Draft Rolls

The list features voters whose names were included in the electoral rolls of the state in 2025 but were deleted from the draft rolls of 2026.

Plea in Telangana HCchallenges GHMC ward delimitation notification

Hyderabad: A plea challenging the Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporations (GHMC) ward delimitation notification was filed in the Telangana High

US employers likely added 40,000 jobs in November as government releases report delayed by shutdown

The U.S. job market faces sluggishness and confusion this fall, with companies hesitant to hire due to AI uncertainty and unpredictable policies.

PM Modi to meet Ethiopian PM Abiy Ahmed during second leg of three-nation tour

During the visit, Prime Minister Modi will hold comprehensive discussions with Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed Ali covering all aspects of bilateral ti

Bengal SIR: Draft voters list to be published on Tuesday

Kolkata: The first stage of the three-level Special Intensive Revision in West Bengal will end on Tuesday, with over 58.08 lakh names already bei

Fortis gastroenterologist reveals why this fruit is a daily-diet powerhouse for adults, packed with vitamin C, magnesium and more

Custard apple, also known as sugar apple or sitaphal, provides significant health benefits for adults over 45. A gastroenterologist highlights it

Bengal SIR 2026: EC publishes list of voters deleted from draft electoral rolls

Bengal SIR 2026: Ahead of West Bengal's draft electoral rolls publication, the Election Commission released a list of over 58 lakh deleted voters

SIR: Draft rolls of three States, two UTs to be published on Tuesday

The enumeration period for Tamil Nadu and Gujarat has been extended till December 14, where the draft electoral rolls will be published on Decemb

Musk's net worth hits $600 billion as SpaceX preps for IPO

Musk, who was the first to surpass $500 billion in net worth in October, owns an estimated 42% stake in SpaceX, which is preparing to go public n

90,000 Yaba Tablets Worth Rs 26 Crore Seized In Assam, 2 Arrested

Cachar Police in Assam seized 90,000 Yaba tablets, estimated to be worth Rs 26 crore in the illicit market, and arrested two drug smugglers durin

Parliament Winter session Day 12 LIVE: Discussion on electoral reforms to continue today

Viksit Bharat Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) is likely to be introduced in the House

Affront to non-Hindi speaking people: Chidambaram slams use of Hindi words in bills' names

Senior Congress leader P Chidambaram slammed the Union government increasing practice of using Hindi words, written in English script- in the tit

Opposition boycotts Chhattisgarh Assembly proceedings over paddy procurement issue

Congress members alleged that the scale of mismanagement and the problems faced by farmers since the beginning of the season were unprecedented

Strong Winds Topple Statue Of Liberty During Storm, Not The One In New York

A nearly 40-metre-tall replica of the Statue of Liberty tumbled after a severe storm smashed the Brazilian city of Guaiba on Monday afternoon.

SC to TN govt: See Navodaya schools as opportunity, not imposition

Hearing Tamil Nadus challenge to a Madras High Court order, the court said the focus should remain on improving access to quality education for r

PM Modi, Jordans King Abdullah II discuss trade, security and strategic ties

The Prime Minister acknowledged King Abdullah II`s personal commitment to strengthening bilateral relations, calling it noteworthy, especially as

Exhibition grounds gear up for Numaish 2026 in Hyderabad

Hyderabad: The All India Industrial Exhibition (AIIE) society is gearing up for Numaish 2026 at the Exhibition grounds in Hyderabad. It is going

Rupee falls 9 paise to record low of 90.87 against US dollar in early trade

Mumbai, Dec 16 (PTI) The rupee plunged 9 paise to a record low of 90.87 against the US dollar in early trade on Tuesday, weighed down by sustaine

Shameless: Video of Nitish Kumar trying to remove doctors hijab sparks row; oppn slams Bihar CM

A curated edit of conscious design-led gifts by Indian homegrown brands

From rosewood palettes and artisanal toys to handmade journals and chilli oils, here is how to gift with a purpose this festive season

Meta tolerates rampant ad fraud from China to safeguard billions in revenue

Though Chinas authoritarian government bans use of Meta social media by its citizens, Beijing lets Chinese companies advertise to foreign consume

Logic Pursuits Appoints Ronak Shah as EVP and Global Head of Service Delivery to Accelerate Global Delivery Excellence

Logic Pursuits , a fast-growing global Data and AI consulting firm, last week announced the appointment of  Ronak Shah  as  Execut

Vicky Kaushal flashes his phone to Alia Bhatt at award night, her reaction convinces netizens 'he's showing baby Kaushal's pics'

Vicky Kaushal and Alia Bhatt attended the Filmfare OTT Awards, and their camaraderie over his phone went viral, convincing netizens that the Chha

Stock markets decline in early trade dragged by foreign fund outflows, weak global trends

Mumbai, Dec 16 (PTI) Benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty declined in early trade on Tuesday as persistent foreign fund outflows and weak global ma

Bondi Gunmen Inspired by ISIS, Travelled to Philippines: Police

The attack on Sunday was Australia's worst mass shooting in nearly 30 years, and is being investigated as an act of terrorism targeting the Jewis

IPL Auction 2026 Live Updates: 350 players set to go under the hammer soon, CSK & KKR eye key buys with big purse size

How Jeh Aerospace is turning global supply pain into Indias big aerospace opportunity

Jeh Aerospace is using hard metals, AI and a US-India model to turn a global supply-chain meltdown into a $150 million order book.

Donald Trump classifies fentanyl as weapon of mass destruction

Trump stressed that while fentanyl has legitimate medical uses, illicit production and mixing had turned it into a lethal weapon; he cited major

Who is Mallika Sagar? Art expert-turned-auctioneer set to take centrestage at IPL 2026 mini-auction

Mallika Sagar, India's pioneering female auctioneer, will lead the IPL 2026 auction on December 16. With a groundbreaking career spanning interna

Telangana govt to allow sale of small Housing Board plots: Min Ponguleti

Hyderabad: Telangana Revenue and Housing Minister Ponguleti Srinivas Reddy announced that the government will consider selling small parcels of l

Thai authorities deport Luthra brothers to India

The deportation comes amid an ongoing probe into the deadly blaze, which triggered widespread outrage and led to scrutiny over alleged safety vio

India seeks WTO consultations with EU on ferroalloy safeguards

India has requested World Trade Organization consultations with the European Union. This follows the EU's decision to implement safeguard measure

Candace Owens vs Erika Kirk meeting result explained: Will there be peace after December 15 private talks? Here's key outcomes, legal concerns, disputed messages

Candace Owens vs Erika Kirk meeting result shows a four and a half hour private discussion that eased tensions. Both sides shared details, clarif

Mathura: 4 Killed, 25 Injured In Yamuna Expressway Pile-Up; Buses Catch Fire

MATHURA, Dec 16: Four people were killed and over two dozen were injured in an early Tuesday vehicle pile-up on the Yamuna Expressway here, a pol

IPL mini-auction : 369 players up for grabs, 237.55 crore at stake

A total of 369 players will go under the hammer, including 251 Indian and 118 overseas cricketers

40-minute viral clip, 19-minute video: Whats behind these viral trends and how curiosity is fuelling this unhealthy craze online

Viral videos such as 40 minute and 19-minute viral clips have caused a lot of confusion among social media users. Experts have pointed out that s

US Strikes on 3 Vessels in Eastern Pacific Kill 8: US military

During one of the first strikes, survivors of an initial attack on a boat were killed after the US launched a second strike on the vessel, a cont

Why do we have wisdom teeth?

Nitish Kumar Loves Children: JDU Leader On Him Pulling Down Doctor's Hijab

Drone spotted over explosives manufacturer Solar Industries airstrip in Nagpur; probe on

An unidentified drone was spotted flying over the airstrip of Nagpur-based Solar Industries. The incident occurred on December 9. Authorities hav

Can Eating One Chapati With Ghee In The Morning Boost Energy Levels?

One whole wheat chapati with ghee isnt just tasty but can boost energy levels. Here is exactly how and why you should consume it.

Inside Director Rob Reiner's Fight With Son At Christmas Party Before Murder

Hollywood icon Rob Reiner's drug-addicted son Nick Reiner, who is accused of killing his parents, had a massive blow-up at Conan O'Brien's Christ

A timeline of Trump's fights with media, including the BBC and Jimmy Kimmel

President Donald Trump has waged an ongoing and often high-profile campaign against news organizations, involving multiple lawsuits and policy mo

Newly-wed woman dies by suicide due to harassment in Hyderabad

Hyderabad: In yet another case of alleged harassment, a newly-wed woman died by suicide at her house in Hyderabad. The incident took place in the

India mocks Paks unique democracy of jailing PM, shielding army chief at UN

United Nations: In a sharp retort, India ripped through Pakistans divisive agenda at the UN Security Council, calling out Islamabads unique way o

Municipal Scam Exposed: Crime Branch Files Chargesheet In Budgam Embezzlement Case

Srinagar, Dec 16: In a significant development, the Economic Offences Wing of Crime Branch Kashmir has presented a chargesheet in a high-profile

Luthras, Owners Of Goa Club Where Fire Killed 25, Deported From Bangkok

The Luthra brothers, against whom a case of culpable homicide and negligence is registered, had fled to Thailand's Phuket hours after the tragedy

U.S. military says it carried out strikes on three vessels in eastern Pacific

The United States struck more than 20 vessels in the Pacific Ocean and Caribbean Sea near Venezuela as part of a military campaign President Dona

Dharma Productions Relaunches Talent Arm as Dharma Collab Artists Agency

DCAA represents a curated roster of voices shaping the future of entertainment across film, music, and digital culture.

Affront to non-Hindi speaking people: Chidambaram slams use of Hindi words in bills names

New Delhi, Dec 16 (PTI) Congress leader P Chidambaram has slammed the increasing practice of the government using Hindi words in the titles of th

Australian police say Bondi Beach mass shooting inspired by Islamic State

A tragic attack on a Hanukkah celebration in Sydney has been classified as an act of terrorism. Australian law enforcement revealed that the assa

Percy Jackson and the Olympians Season 2 Episode 3 release date, time, schedule and how to watch on Disney+: Global streaming timings, runtime

Percy Jackson and the Olympians Season 2 Episode 3 release date, time, schedule and how to watch details the Disney+ release plan, global timings

Garena Free Fire Max Redeem Codes for December 16, 2025: Unlock 10+ free rewards now

Garena Free Fire Max players can snag in-game freebies on December 16, 2025, by utilizing newly released 12-character alphanumeric redeem codes.

VC Sajjanar Warns Against Neglect of Elderly Parents, Assures Support

The Commissioner stated that he meets numerous petitioners every day, but cases involving elderly parents left helpless due to neglect by their c

You're Australian Hero: Albanese Meets Man Who Disarmed Sydney Shooters

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese visited Bondi Beach shooting hero Ahmed al Ahmed in the hospital on Tuesday, praising his extraordinar

IPL 2026 set to kick off on March 26, final to be played on May 31

IPL auction to take place today (December 16) in Abu Dhabi

PM degree defamation case: Gujarat court rejects Kejriwal, Sanjay Singhs plea for separate trial

Ahmedabad, Dec 16 (PTI) A sessions court here has rejected pleas of AAP leaders Arvind Kejriwal and Sanjay Singh for separation of trial in a cri

BCCI's BIG update on IPL 2026 ahead of mini auction, season to begin from THIS Date

The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 is set to take place from March 26 to May 31, continuing its traditional slot in the cricket calendar.

Rewiring child protection

Child protection is being treated as a governance priority in Odisha

Nvidia unveils new open-source AI models amid boom in Chinese offerings

Nvidia said on Monday it acquired AI software firm SchedMD, as the chip designer doubles down on open-source technology

Arjuna Ranatunga, former Sri Lankan World Cup-winning captain, to be arrested

Former Sri Lankan minister Arjuna Ranatunga faces arrest in a corruption probe. The Ceylon Petroleum Corporation allegedly lost Rs 800 million du

India vows to counter Pak-sponsored terrorism with all its might; rejects J&K dispute claims

On Vijay Diwas, PM Modi Remembers Brave Soldiers, Heroes Of 1971 War

In a post in X, PM Modi remembered the courageous armed forces who fought tooth and nail in the 1971 war that led to the liberation of Bangladesh

Two commandos injured in IED blast during anti-Naxal operation in Chhattisgarh

Bijapur: In an incident highlighting the persistent threat of Naxalite tactics in Chhattisgarhs Bastar region, two commandos from the Central Res

Four killed, 66 injured as buses catch fire after fog-induced pile-up on Yamuna expressway in UP

At least four people were killed and 66 others were injured in a major multi-vehicle collision on the Yamuna Expressway in Mathura district early

Four killed, 25 injured as buses catch fire after fog-induced pile-up on Yamuna expressway in UP

At least four people were killed and 25 others injured after a major collision involving multiple vehicles triggered a fire on the Yamuna Express

Trump signs executive order classifying fentanyl as 'weapon of mass destruction'

President Donald Trump has declared fentanyl a weapon of mass destruction. This executive order aims to target financial assets and sanctions on

Tesla board made $3 billion via stock awards that eclipsed tech peers

The analysis found CEO Elon Musks brother Kimbal has earned nearly $1 billion since 2004, based on the appreciated value of stock options held or

British Man Fined Rs 30,000 For Spitting A Leaf That Blew Into His Mouth

An 86-year-old British man was fined Rs 30,000 (250 pounds) for spitting out a leaf that blew into his mouth in Lincolnshire.

Japan lifts megaquake advisory week after powerful tremor

Japan has lifted a rare megaquake warning issued after a recent tremor. The magnitude-7.5 quake off the northern coast caused small tsunami waves

Assam Police seizes 90,000 Yaba tablets worth Rs 26 crores from Cachar

Police also apprehended two persons and recovered the drugs from the secret chamber of a truck

Goa club fire: Luthra brothers, who fled to Thailand, will be brought back to Delhi today

Gaurav and Saurabh Luthra, owners of a Goa nightclub where 25 died in a fire, are being deported from Thailand. They will face charges in India f

Bondi Beach Mass Shooting Inspired By Islamic State: Australian Police

There are 25 people still being treated in hospitals after Sundays massacre, 10 of them in critical condition

Bondi gunmen were inspired by Islamic State, had travelled to the Philippines, Australia police say

An attack on a Hanukkah event in Sydney's Bondi Beach has killed 15 people. Police identified the alleged gunmen as a father and son. Early indic

Vijay Diwas 2025: Why December 16 is celebrated as Indias Victory Day against Pakistan

Vijay Diwas 2025 December 16: India observes Vijay Diwas on December 16, commemorating its decisive 1971 victory over Pakistan. This 13-day confl

Over 2,800 farmers died by suicide in Karnataka since 2023-24 FY: Minister

Karnataka has recorded 2,809 farmer suicides since the 2023-24 fiscal year, placing it second nationally. The state government has disbursed comp

UAE condemns Israeli Cabinet`s approval to establish 19 settlements in West Bank

The Ministry warned that any attempt to annex the West Bank is categorically rejected, as it undermines the foundations of the two-state solution

Live: IPL 2026 Auction: 350 Players to Go Under Hammer

Earlier, a total of 1390 players registered for the IPL 2026 player auction, of which 350 were shortlisted. The pool also comprises 224 uncapped