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• new7.0-magnitude earthquake strikes Taiwan
  
  - 1 hour ago 27 Dec 25, 8:56pm -
• newZepto files draft IPO papers with Sebi: Rs 11,000 cr issue planned for next year
  Quick e-commerce firm Zepto has filed preliminary papers with SEBI for an IPO, aiming to raise Rs 11,000 crore. The company, founded by Stanford dropouts, is utilizing a confidential filing route for its planned stock market debut next year. Zepto's move follows successful listings of rivals Zomato and Swiggy.
  - 2 hours ago 27 Dec 25, 8:37pm -
• newU19 World Cup: Mhatre to lead India; Sooryavanshi named captain for SA tour
  Vaibhav Sooryavanshi will captain India's U-19 team on their South Africa tour, with Ayush Mhatre set to lead the squad for the 2026 U-19 World Cup in Zimbabwe and Namibia. Injuries have ruled out Mhatre and Vihaan Malhotra from the South Africa leg, but they are expected to return for the World Cup.
  - 2 hours ago 27 Dec 25, 8:10pm -
• new'Santa reached police station': AAP flags Christmas 'violence, intimidation'; FIR lodged
  AAP leader Saurabh Bharadwaj highlighted incidents of violence and intimidation against Christmas celebrations nationwide, with Santa Claus reportedly filing an FIR against 'Right Wing goons'. Opposition parties criticized the BJP over alleged disruptions and attacks on Christian communities in states like Madhya Pradesh, Kerala, and Chhattisgarh.
  - 3 hours ago 27 Dec 25, 7:33pm -
• newOn this day: How a 'hair transplant' pitch abandoned IND vs SL ODI
  Despite lasting only 23.3 overs, the match saw a lot of action. There was a wicket off the first ball, a dropped catch off the first ball of the second over, several blows to the body, thick edges flying past third man, and wickets for Zaheer Khan, debutant Sudeep Tyagi and Harbhajan Singh.
  - 3 hours ago 27 Dec 25, 7:10pm -
• newSkywatching in 2026 with eclipses, supermoons, meteor showers and Artemis II
  Get ready for a celestial spectacle in 2026! Witness a 'ring of fire' solar eclipse, a deep red lunar eclipse, and a rare Blue Moon. The year culminates with a spectacular total solar eclipse paired with the Perseid meteor shower, plus a supermoon on Christmas Eve. Don't miss NASA's Artemis II lunar mission!
  - 3 hours ago 27 Dec 25, 7:10pm -
• new'IO colluded with ...': Unnao rape survivor's explosive charge; meets CBI officials
  Unnao rape victim alleges the investigating officer colluded with the judge, aiming to break her spirit and halt her pursuit of justice. This accusation follows the Delhi High Court's decision to grant bail to convict Kuldeep Singh Sengar, suspending his life sentence.
  - 3 hours ago 27 Dec 25, 6:59pm -
• newRevealed: Kohli, Rohit's per-match earnings in the Vijay Hazare Trophy
  Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma's participation in the Vijay Hazare Trophy highlights the tournament's crucial role in India's domestic cricket. Player earnings are tiered by experience, not stardom, with seasoned cricketers like Kohli and Sharma earning Rs 60,000 per match, a fraction of their international fees. Daily allowances and performance-based awards supplement this income.
  - 3 hours ago 27 Dec 25, 6:52pm -
• newDSSSB exams postponed as Delhi considers raising age limit for teacher recruitment posts
  The Delhi government has postponed the DSSSB examinations scheduled for March as it reviews demands to raise the maximum age limit for candidates. The decision follows protests by aspirants who missed earlier exams due to age restrictions caused by delayed recruitment. Education Minister Ashish Sood said the move aims to ensure fairness and fill long-pending vacancies in schools and departments. New exam dates will be announced after age relaxation is finalised.
  - 4 hours ago 27 Dec 25, 6:16pm -
• newChina’s new export rules: Silver prices soar; 'this is not good', says Elon Musk
  Elon Musk voiced concerns over rising silver prices as China's new export rules approach. Starting January 1, 2026, China will restrict silver exports, requiring licenses for companies. This, coupled with a structural supply deficit and collapsing physical inventories, is driving a real supply squeeze, impacting industrial demand for critical sectors like EVs and solar panels.
  - 4 hours ago 27 Dec 25, 6:16pm -
• newWatch: Chinese train hits 700kmph in 2 seconds! Shatters world record
  
  - 4 hours ago 27 Dec 25, 6:14pm -
• newHow India's economy defied odds in 2025 — but external shocks left a mark
  India's economy demonstrated remarkable resilience in 2025, achieving 8.2% GDP growth amidst global trade wars and tariffs. A rare 'Goldilocks' phase of low inflation and accommodative monetary policy, coupled with GST 2.0 and tax relief, bolstered domestic demand. The year concluded with mixed stock market trends, record FIIs, rupee pressure and tariffs highlighting ongoing global uncertainties.
  - 4 hours ago 27 Dec 25, 6:12pm -
• newMikel Arteta & Lorena Bernal net worth 2025: Manager salary, media, investments
  Mikel Arteta's journey from Premier League player to Arsenal head coach has yielded significant financial rewards, with his $25 million net worth primarily from his managerial salary and bonuses. His wife, Lorena Bernal, a former Miss Spain and actress, contributes an estimated $5-$10 million to their combined wealth of $30-$35 million through her diverse career and investments.
  - 4 hours ago 27 Dec 25, 5:47pm -
• newNew FDNY chief: Musk says people will die because of Mamdani’s choice; Sacks replies
  Elon Musk has sparked controversy by warning that New York City's new Fire Department Commissioner, Lillian Bonsignore, lacks the necessary firefighting experience, predicting fatal consequences. Bonsignore, a 31-year EMS veteran, is defended by Mayor-elect Mamdani, who highlights EMS's growing role and the Commissioner's managerial focus. Tech figures like David Sacks have echoed Musk's concerns.
  - 4 hours ago 27 Dec 25, 5:41pm -
• new'Hate for Dalit': BJP attacks Cong over Kharge's treatment in presser - watch video
  The BJP has accused the Gandhi-Vadra family of open hatred towards Dalits, citing an incident where Jairam Ramesh allegedly directed Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge to read a note aloud. This comes as Congress announced nationwide protests against the alleged replacement of MGNREGA with the 'VB G Ram G Act', which they deem an insult to Mahatma Gandhi.
  - 5 hours ago 27 Dec 25, 5:09pm -

• new'Ball was just sitting in grass': Smith explains why no batter could settle on MCG deck
  "It probably started quite slow and it's hard to explain. Not tennis bally normally, that's from like the moisture of the wicket," Smith said during the post-match press conference. He added that the thickness of the grass affected how the ball behaved after pitching.
  - 6 hours ago 27 Dec 25, 4:30pm -
• new'Rahul hates India': BJP cites Tharoor's remarks again; what Congress MP said
  
  - 6 hours ago 27 Dec 25, 4:08pm -
• newSteve Smith scripts history, now second only to Don Bradman in this list
  Steve Smith has become Australia's second highest run-scorer against England in Ashes history. He surpassed Allan Border during the recent Test match. Smith's consistent performance over many Ashes contests places him in elite company. The match itself was a low-scoring affair dominated by bowlers on a challenging pitch. England ultimately secured a victory in a closely fought contest.
  - 6 hours ago 27 Dec 25, 3:53pm -
• new'Battle of Galwan' teaser: Salman Khan's moving monologue gives pure goosebumps - watch
  To celebrate his 60th birthday, Salman Khan unveiled the intense teaser for Battle of Galwan. Directed by Apoorva Lakhia, the war epic features Khan as Colonel Santosh Babu. The 1.12 minute long teaser shows Salman Khan riling up the soldiers of his regiment ahead of an epic battle with the Chinese troops.
  - 7 hours ago 27 Dec 25, 3:35pm -
• newAstronomers spot wobbling jets on rare interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS
  Interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS is revealing surprising details about its journey. Scientists observed unusual, wobbling jet-like features in its sun-facing anti-tail, suggesting a rotation period of about 15.5 hours. This offers a rare glimpse into the behaviour of a pristine object from another star system reacting to solar heat for the first time, aiding our understanding of planetary formation elsewhere.
  - 7 hours ago 27 Dec 25, 3:33pm -
• newAshes: Stokes labels MCG pitch 'not ideal' despite historic England win
  "When you go out there and you're faced with those conditions, you've got to crack on and deal with it," Stokes said after England ended a 15-year wait for a Test win on Australian soil. Smith said the pitch had too much grass, which created excessive seam movement and made batting difficult.
  - 7 hours ago 27 Dec 25, 3:30pm -
• newMessage for Cong? Digvijaya shares old photo of Modi at RSS event - what he said
  Congress leader Digvijaya Singh praised the RSS's organizational strength, highlighting how grassroots workers rise to leadership. He later clarified his support for 'sangathan' (organization) but remained opposed to the RSS and Prime Minister Modi. Singh also urged Rahul Gandhi to implement internal reforms within the Congress, drawing parallels with his push for Election Commission reforms.
  - 7 hours ago 27 Dec 25, 3:29pm -
• new'We'll fight': Cong to launch 'save MGNREGA' movement; pans govt's unilateral decision
  
  - 7 hours ago 27 Dec 25, 3:18pm -
• new'Grateful forever': Spinner who got Kohli’s wicket shares emotional post
  Virat Kohli played a strong innings of 77 for Delhi against Gujarat in the Vijay Hazare Trophy. Gujarat spinner Vishal Jayswal took Kohli's wicket. After the match, Jayswal shared a memorable moment with Kohli, receiving an autograph and a photograph. Kohli had previously scored 131 in the tournament. He is not expected to play further matches.
  - 7 hours ago 27 Dec 25, 3:14pm -
• newRussia barrage: Ukraine faces massive power loss; over 2,600 houses without heat in sub-zero cold
  
  - 7 hours ago 27 Dec 25, 3:14pm -
• newPushpa 2 stampede case: Allu Arjun charged with abetment; 22 others named in chargesheet
  Nearly a year after a fatal stampede at a Pushpa 2 event, Hyderabad police have filed a chargesheet naming actor Allu Arjun as an accused. The incident, which resulted in a woman's death and her son's severe injury, is attributed to the actor's sudden arrival causing a massive fan rush.
  - 7 hours ago 27 Dec 25, 3:03pm -
• new'Anti-India global conspiracy': BJP targets Rahul's Germany trip; flags Pitroda's remark
  The BJP has accused the Congress of colluding with "anti-India" forces, citing Rahul Gandhi's participation in the "Global Progressive Alliance" during his Germany visit. Citing Sam Pitroda, the BJP claims this alliance promotes "anti-India" narratives and is linked to George Soros, questioning the Congress's association with such global networks.
  - 7 hours ago 27 Dec 25, 2:59pm -
• newCongress slams video of Bageshwar Dham head on govt plane, cop touching feet
  
  - 7 hours ago 27 Dec 25, 2:54pm -
• new'Dhurandhar' BO collection day 23: Ranveer Singh, Akshaye Khanna film continues to dominate
  'Dhurandhar' continues its box office dominance in its fourth week, outperforming new releases like 'Avatar Fire And Ash' and 'Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu Meri'. The film's organic success, driven by genuine audience demand and premium pricing, is setting new records and signaling a shift in industry strategies.
  - 7 hours ago 27 Dec 25, 2:50pm -
• newRecord flights, major disasters: 2025 exposed cracks in aviation's epic rebound
  
  - 7 hours ago 27 Dec 25, 2:44pm -
• newThis day, that year: Dec 27, 1911 — When ‘Jana Gana Mana’ was sung in Calcutta
  Rabindranath Tagore's patriotic song, 'Jana Gana Mana' was sung publicly for the first time at a 1911 Congress session. It ultimately evolved into becoming India's National Anthem. Initially met with controversy regarding its inspiration, Tagore clarified it honored a timeless guiding spirit, not a monarch. Adopted in 1950 as the national anthem, "Jana Gana Mana" became a unifying national voice.
  - 8 hours ago 27 Dec 25, 2:33pm -
• newAI rewrites coding norms: Ex-Tesla AI director warns programmers are falling behind; sparks debate
  Tesla's ex-AI chief, Andrej Karpathy, warns software engineers face a seismic shift as AI reshapes coding. He admits feeling behind, highlighting a new 'programmable layer' of AI tools. While some studies show mixed productivity gains, industry leaders like Google and Anthropic remain optimistic about AI's role in development.
  - 8 hours ago 27 Dec 25, 2:06pm -
• newCWC meet: Congress leaders huddle up in Delhi; Sidda, DKS and Tharoor in attendance
  
  - 8 hours ago 27 Dec 25, 1:55pm -
• new'We are not into bulldozers': DKS vs Vijayan over demolition drive
  Karnataka deputy chief minister DK Shivakumar has criticized Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan's remarks on a recent Bengaluru demolition drive. Shivakumar stated that senior leaders should understand ground realities before commenting, emphasizing the action was to protect public land from encroachers and land mafia, not targeting any community. He urged Vijayan to avoid making statements without full knowledge of the situation.
  - 8 hours ago 27 Dec 25, 1:45pm -
• newThreat to Asim Munir: Pak summons UK diplomat; PTI takes down rally video
  
  - 9 hours ago 27 Dec 25, 1:27pm -
• newShimla hospital assault: Himachal medical services hit as doctors go on strike
  Resident doctors in Himachal Pradesh have launched an indefinite strike, halting non-emergency medical services across government hospitals. The protest follows the termination of a doctor accused of assaulting a patient, leading to significant hardship for patients, especially those from remote areas. Medical bodies are backing the doctor, demanding his reinstatement and a fair inquiry.
  - 10 hours ago 27 Dec 25, 12:34pm -
• new15-year wait over! England beat Australia in chaotic fourth Test at MCG
  England secured a crucial four-wicket victory in the fourth Ashes Test at the Melbourne Cricket Ground, marking their first win on Australian soil in 15 years. The match concluded within two days, with England chasing down a target of 175 to restore pride and build confidence for the final Test.
  - 10 hours ago 27 Dec 25, 12:28pm -
• newIsrael approves, US does not: Why Somaliland recognition has triggered backlash
  Israel's recognition of Somaliland as an independent state has sparked significant diplomatic backlash across Africa and the Middle East. This move reopens the debate over the de facto state, which declared independence from Somalia in 1991 and has its own government and institutions but lacks international recognition.
  - 12 hours ago 27 Dec 25, 10:34am -
• new'India must change stand': Hindus form party in B'desh; hope to win 40-45 seats in polls
  A newly registered Bangladesh Minority Janta Party (BMJP) aims to contest 91 seats in the upcoming elections, targeting Hindu and minority votes. The party's president seeks alliances with mainstream parties like BNP or Jamaat-e-Islami to ensure minority safety and participation, advocating for a secular Bangladesh and protection of Hindu rights.
  - 13 hours ago 27 Dec 25, 9:20am -
• newDelhi homicide: Man kills wife for refusing to give Rs 20; later dies by suicide
  A Delhi man allegedly strangled his wife during a dispute over a small sum of money before taking his own life by jumping in front of a train. Police initially faced conflicting accounts from the family, but an autopsy confirmed homicide. Investigations are ongoing into the husband's potential addiction and state of mind.
  - 20 hours ago 27 Dec 25, 1:39am -
• newWhat to do with house & car in US while stuck in India waiting for H-1B approval?
  
  - 21 hours ago 27 Dec 25, 12:39am -
• newBetween two Indias: Life on the 2025 feed
  In 2025, the Indian "scroll" is a journey through two worlds on one screen: a filtered India of aesthetic luxury and a raw India of everyday labor. As affordable data and smartphones bring 500 million users online—mostly from Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities—the distance between these lives has collapsed.
  - 23 hours ago 26 Dec 25, 11:17pm -
• Elliotte Friedman warns Maple Leafs face tough talks amid inconsistency
  The Toronto Maple Leafs are going through a rough patch with inconsistent performances and growing pressure on leadership. Elliotte Friedman has said the team needs to act quickly to improve consistency and accountability. How the Leafs play in the coming games will show if they can get back on track and avoid a difficult stretch this season.
  - 1 day ago 26 Dec 25, 6:15pm -
• FaZe Clan faces major shake-up as five top streamers announce exits
  Several well-known Twitch streamers have officially left FaZe Clan. The announcements were made on December 25, 2025. Along with Stable Ronaldo, four other members confirmed they were no longer part of FaZe Clan. Rani “Stable Ronaldo” was the first to confirm his exit through a post on X. Soon after, other members followed with similar messages. Their announcements were brief but emotional in tone.
  - 1 day ago 26 Dec 25, 6:00pm -
• Brittany Mahomes shifts focus as Patrick Mahomes earns praise off the field
  NFL titans Robert Kraft and Gayle Benson, both billionaires, showcase contrasting paths to sports ownership. Kraft built a vast empire through diverse investments before acquiring the Patriots, while Benson inherited and expanded her late husband's franchises, the Saints and Pelicans. Their financial journeys highlight distinct strategies for wealth accumulation and franchise management.
  - 1 day ago 26 Dec 25, 4:00pm -
• Google CEO shares AI-made Xmas photo: Elon Musk reacts; post goes viral
  Google CEO Sundar Pichai's AI-generated Christmas greeting featuring himself and his dog, Jeffree, in a custom snow globe image, garnered significant attention on X.
  - 1 day ago 26 Dec 25, 10:33am -
• 'Save us, open borders': Hindus send SOS from B'desh; attacks on minorities rising
  Hindus in Bangladesh are pleading with India to open its borders, fearing escalating violence and persecution following recent lynchings. Concerns are heightened by the potential return of a hardline BNP leader, with minorities feeling trapped and vulnerable. Activists criticize Indian Hindu organizations for inaction, warning of a potential 'holocaust' if borders remain closed.
  - 2 days ago 26 Dec 25, 5:42am -
• Frank Lampard & Christine Lampard net worth 2025: Football, TV success
  Former Chelsea star Frank Lampard, a decorated player and manager, has achieved significant success in football. His wife, Christine Lampard, is a highly recognized and versatile TV presenter. Despite their public profiles, the couple prioritizes their children, maintaining a combined net worth estimated at £100 million through their respective careers and investments.
  - 2 days ago 26 Dec 25, 12:20am -