- newBangladesh unrest: Another Hindu man lynched; cops link it to extortion bid
Bangladesh faces renewed criticism after a second lynching, this time of Amrit Mondal, just days after worker Dipu Chandra Das was killed. Mondal was allegedly beaten to death by villagers after demanding extortion money. These incidents highlight growing concerns over the safety of minority communities amidst ongoing unrest.
- 21 mins ago 25 Dec 25, 6:58pm -
- newIn classrooms, emotional strain is outpacing academic questions: Reality teachers can't ignore
Teachers are increasingly hearing anxiety and emotional fatigue instead of academic doubts in classrooms. The Student Sync Index 2026 reveals that student stress is constant, with mental health concerns now outweighing academic pressure. While teachers recognise this shift and respond with empathy, the roots of stress are often externalised, leaving school systems largely unchanged.
- 29 mins ago 25 Dec 25, 6:50pm -
- newWatch: Hardik ignores abusive fan; wins hearts during dinner date
Hardik Pandya stayed calm after a fan hurled abuse while he was leaving a restaurant with girlfriend Maheika Sharma following a Christmas dinner. The video went viral, drawing praise for his restraint. On the field, Pandya starred in India’s T20I series win over South Africa with explosive knocks, including a 16-ball fifty.
- 56 mins ago 25 Dec 25, 6:23pm -
- newJason Kelce admits fame is disrupting family life with Kylie and their kids
Jason Kelce opens up about how rising fame after retirement is affecting everyday life with wife Kylie Kelce and their four children. The former Eagles center explains why public outings feel different now, how visibility has increased beyond football, and where he draws firm boundaries between family life, media work, and the spotlight surrounding Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift.
- 1 hour ago 25 Dec 25, 6:16pm -
- new'Hurt Hindu sentiments': Bajrang Dal stages protest outside Bareilly church; watch
Right-wing groups Bajrang Dal and Vishwa Hindu Parishad protested outside a Bareilly church on Christmas Eve, alleging objectionable portrayals of Hinduism. Reciting the Hanuman Chalisa, they claimed Christmas events hurt Hindu sentiments. Police are investigating after the groups submitted a memorandum demanding action against alleged misleading depictions of religious conversion and Hindu society.
- 1 hour ago 25 Dec 25, 5:53pm -
- new'I've a plan': Zia's son rolls through Dhaka in bulletproof bus; what he said about Hindus
Tarique Rahman, BNP's acting chairman, made a dramatic return to Bangladesh after 17 years in exile, stepping into a nation facing turmoil. He drew parallels between current political upheaval and the 1971 liberation struggle, declaring "I have a plan" for the country's future. His arrival is expected to significantly influence Bangladesh's internal politics and its relationship with India.
- 2 hours ago 25 Dec 25, 5:39pm -
- new'Decorative piece': After India slams razing of Hindu statue, Thailand offers explanation
Thailand defended demolishing a Vishnu statue near the Cambodian border, citing security and administration. India expressed strong disapproval, calling the act disrespectful to Hindu sentiments. Cambodia confirmed the statue was on its territory and condemned the destruction, amidst ongoing border clashes that have claimed numerous lives
- 2 hours ago 25 Dec 25, 5:34pm -
- newIndiGo cancels 67 flights; bad weather, operational reasons cited
IndiGo is dealing with another wave of disruptions, canceling 67 flights due to weather and operational issues, impacting key airports. This comes as the airline operates under DGCA scrutiny following earlier mass cancellations linked to new pilot rest rules. The aviation regulator's panel is investigating, with a report on IndiGo's operational woes expected soon.
- 2 hours ago 25 Dec 25, 4:54pm -
- newIndian-origin man made to wait for hours at Canada hospital; dies after cardiac arrest
- 3 hours ago 25 Dec 25, 4:15pm -
- new'Don't comment, post views': Army issues policy on use of social media apps
The Army has unveiled new social media guidelines for its personnel. While platforms like Instagram and YouTube are restricted to viewing and information gathering, users can share unclassified general information on messaging apps like WhatsApp and Signal with known contacts. LinkedIn is permitted for professional networking and job seeking purposes only.
- 3 hours ago 25 Dec 25, 4:09pm -
- newShreyas Iyer injury update: 31-yr-old has 1st batting session since injury
India's ODI vice-captain Shreyas Iyer has begun batting practice sessions post-injury in Mumbai, showing no discomfort. The 31-year-old is now heading to the BCCI Centre of Excellence in Bengaluru for further assessment. While a return date remains uncertain, Iyer is aiming for the Vijay Hazare Trophy, with clarity expected after assessment at the CoE.
- 3 hours ago 25 Dec 25, 4:06pm -
- newPolitical scorecard in 2025: Top 10 winners and losers of this year
2025 saw political shifts with Nitish Kumar retaining power in Bihar and Siddaramaiah navigating a leadership tussle. While Nitin Nabin and Chirag Paswan rose, the Congress faced defeats and internal strife. Arvind Kejriwal's AAP lost Delhi, and Prashant Kishor's political venture faltered, highlighting power's dynamic nature.
- 3 hours ago 25 Dec 25, 4:03pm -
- newWatch: Netanyahu office shares AI video of him and Trump in B-2 bomber; marks 6 months of war
- 3 hours ago 25 Dec 25, 4:00pm -
- newVHT: Rohit stops young fan from touching his feet; video goes viral
Rohit Sharma won hearts after stopping a young fan from touching his feet following Mumbai’s Vijay Hazare Trophy opener. He then starred with the bat, smashing 155 off 94 balls as Mumbai beat Sikkim by eight wickets in Jaipur. Rohit’s knock included his fastest-ever List A century and ensured a dominant win.
- 3 hours ago 25 Dec 25, 3:55pm -
- new'Chanukah' sign car set ablaze in Melbourne days after Bondi beach shooting
A car adorned with a "Happy Chanukah" sign was deliberately set ablaze in Melbourne, prompting an investigation into a potential antisemitic attack. While no injuries were reported, the incident has heightened fears within the Jewish community, following a recent mass shooting at a Hanukkah festival.
- 4 hours ago 25 Dec 25, 3:26pm -
- newCandidates 2026: 'Praggnanandhaa is third favourite' - World No. 1 Carlsen
World No. 1 and five-time World Champion Magnus Carlsen has named Americans Hikaru Nakamura and Fabiano Caruana as favourites for the 2026 Candidates, with India’s R Praggnanandhaa as the third contender. Praggnanandhaa is the only Indian among eight players competing to challenge World Champion D Gukesh. The tournament starts on March 28 in Cyprus.
- 4 hours ago 25 Dec 25, 3:22pm -
- newRich Indians rush to transfer money abroad as rupee falls, banks expand regulations
Indian banks are intensifying scrutiny on overseas money transfers, demanding detailed proof of fund origins from individuals and businesses. This heightened caution, particularly for remittances from NRO accounts, arises amid the rupee's slide and increased customer urgency to move funds abroad, leading to compliance hurdles.
- 4 hours ago 25 Dec 25, 3:15pm -
- newFrom recession fears to growth: Musk shares good news for Americans; AI to boost GDP
Elon Musk predicts a significant economic boom for the US, forecasting double-digit GDP growth within 18 months, driven by advancements in artificial intelligence. He believes AI will act as a productivity proxy, potentially leading to triple-digit growth in five years. This optimistic outlook contrasts with concerns about wealth disparity and economic risks.
- 4 hours ago 25 Dec 25, 3:10pm -
- newUnderstanding key difference between Greek yogurt and Indian dahi
Discover the key differences between Greek and regular yogurt, from production and texture to nutritional profiles. Greek yogurt, strained for thickness and protein, offers a tangy taste, while regular yogurt is smoother and slightly sweeter. Both boast probiotics for gut health, but Greek yogurt excels in protein and lower sugar, making it ideal for weight management and satiety.
- 4 hours ago 25 Dec 25, 3:00pm -
- new'Ajit hasn't given up ideology': Supriya Sule hints at Pawar tie-up; BMC polls in focus
- 5 hours ago 25 Dec 25, 2:43pm -
- newFast food at train stations? Haldiram, WoW Momos & more plan setup at platforms
Fast-food giants like McDonald's and KFC are set to open outlets at Indian railway stations, with the first expected in 2026. This move aims to elevate passenger experience to airport standards, offering significant sales potential. Brands will secure five-year licenses through e-auctions, potentially boosting Indian Railways' non-fare revenue.
- 5 hours ago 25 Dec 25, 2:35pm -
- newUS tightens H-1B rules: Lottery system scrapped; new rules coming from 2026
The Trump administration has replaced the H-1B visa lottery with a new system prioritizing higher-skilled workers. This move aims to prevent exploitation by employers seeking cheaper foreign labor, ensuring American jobs are protected. The updated process, effective February 27, 2026, seeks to boost national competitiveness by attracting top talent.
- 5 hours ago 25 Dec 25, 2:34pm -
- newCBSE in 2025: A look back at the changes set to reshape board exams
CBSE will introduce wide-ranging reforms from the 2025–26 session, reshaping exams, curriculum, and student support. Class 10 board exams will become biannual from 2026, allowing score improvement. APAAR ID linkage is now mandatory for Classes 9–12. Exam fees have increased, while syllabi align with NCF 2023. New career guidance, mental health counselling models, and an AI-powered digital experience centre aim to reduce stress and modernise learning for students, parents, and schools nationw…
- 5 hours ago 25 Dec 25, 2:30pm -
- newDhurandhar box office: Ranveer Singh film crosses Rs 600 crore mark
Aditya Dhar's 'Dhurandhar' continues its impressive box office run, crossing Rs 600 crore despite competition from 'Avatar Fire And Ash'. Meanwhile, Kartik Aaryan and Ananya Panday's 'Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu Meri' faces a slow start with limited shows and dull advance bookings, indicating a challenging opening.
- 5 hours ago 25 Dec 25, 2:27pm -
- newA hidden Arctic world: Methane mounds and life found 3.6 km below the Greenland Sea
Scientists have found a unique geological and biological complex deep in the Greenland Sea. Methane hydrate mounds, formed by trapped methane and ice, were discovered along the Molloy Ridge. These mounds support chemosynthetic organisms, life that thrives without sunlight. This discovery offers new insights into Arctic oceanography and methane stability.
- 5 hours ago 25 Dec 25, 2:00pm -
- newOdisha encounter: Top Maoist with Rs 1.2 crore bounty among 4 killed; arms seized
A significant blow to the Maoist insurgency occurred in Odisha's Kandhamal district as central committee member Ganesh Uike, with a Rs 1.2 crore bounty, was killed in an encounter. Security forces gunned down Uike and three associates in a forest, recovering weapons and ammunition.
- 6 hours ago 25 Dec 25, 1:28pm -
- new'Back in Bangladesh skies': Tarique Rehman returns with wife, daughter & cat
- 6 hours ago 25 Dec 25, 1:21pm -
- newAshes 'drinking' row: 'I did exactly the same' — former captain defends England players
England's Ashes tour faces off-field controversy after a mid-series break. Former captain Michael Vaughan urges restraint, stating the issue stems from cricket's ingrained drinking culture. He argues that players relaxing on days off often engage in similar behaviour. Vaughan believes this is a systemic problem across several cricketing nations, not an individual failing.
- 6 hours ago 25 Dec 25, 1:17pm -
- newIndia to miss $1 trillion exports target? Exports struggle despite the FTA push
India's ambitious $1 trillion export target by FY26 appears out of reach, with weak global demand and protectionism hindering merchandise shipments. While services exports offer a cushion, trade deals with the US and EU could be crucial. Diversification is underway, but a shift towards higher-tech products is needed for sustained growth.
- 6 hours ago 25 Dec 25, 1:07pm -
- new'Sir, we have to evacuate ... ': Gadkari recalls meeting Hamas leader before killing; what followed next
Union minister Nitin Gadkari recounted meeting Hamas chief Ismail Haniyeh hours before his assassination in Tehran. Gadkari, was in Iran, attending presidential swearing-in, and was informed of Haniyeh's death early next morning. The incident highlighted the growing role of technology in modern conflict and national security.
- 6 hours ago 25 Dec 25, 1:00pm -
- new'You don’t know me yet': Killers’ chilling words before shooting Aligarh teacher; how events unfolded
A 45-year-old computer teacher, Rau Danish Ali, was fatally shot by two masked assailants on a two-wheeler while taking an evening walk on the AMU campus. The attackers fled the scene after firing at close range. Police are investigating the incident, with the family suggesting the victim may have known his attackers.
- 7 hours ago 25 Dec 25, 12:46pm -
- newIncome tax refund: Your refund may be delayed if revised return not filed by Dec 31
ITR filing FY 2024-25: The Income Tax Department is stepping up scrutiny on tax returns, leading to delays in refunds for many taxpayers. A NUDGE campaign is urging taxpayers whose deduction or exemption claims have been deemed ineligibile.
- 7 hours ago 25 Dec 25, 12:38pm -
- newCAT 2025 results: 12 candidates score 100 percentile; 9 from non-engineering backgrounds
CAT 2025 results have been announced by IIM Kozhikode, with 12 candidates achieving a perfect 100 percentile. Of these, nine are from non-engineering backgrounds, reflecting academic diversity among top scorers. The exam saw participation from 2.58 lakh candidates, with a balanced gender and category-wise representation. Delhi emerged as the leading state among 100 percentile scorers. IIMs and 93 non-IIM institutions will now begin their admission shortlisting processes.
- 7 hours ago 25 Dec 25, 12:36pm -
- newH-1B in age of social media vetting: When tweets meet immigration rules for global talent
America’s H-1B visa process has picked up a new gatekeeper: your social media. A December 2025 State Department update asks H-1B applicants and H-4 dependants to keep their accounts public during visa processing, widening a review earlier used for student visas. For skilled workers, the shift is subtle but real—credentials still matter, but so does your digital footprint, and how it might be read.
- 7 hours ago 25 Dec 25, 12:33pm -
- newVHT: 'I get fans' frustration, but…' - Ashwin explains why matches weren't televised
Fans' frustration over limited Vijay Hazare Trophy TV coverage is understandable, says Ravichandran Ashwin. While stars like Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli are lighting up the tournament with centuries, many matches remain unwatched. Ashwin explained that broadcasting schedules are set far in advance, making last-minute telecasts difficult despite the players' presence.
- 7 hours ago 25 Dec 25, 12:28pm -
- newFrom cars to foreign trips: Freebie fest peaks in Pune civic polls; experts warn of new trend
Political aspirants in Pune are escalating campaign strategies for local polls, offering high-value inducements like Paithani saris, vehicles, land plots, and even holiday trips. This shift from traditional outreach to extravagant giveaways signals a fiercely contested civic race driven by competition and a focus on visibility over ideology.
- 8 hours ago 25 Dec 25, 11:40am -
- newHymns, carols, morning prayers: How PM Modi celebrated Christmas — see pics, watch video
Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended Christmas greetings, wishing for peace, compassion, and hope, and called for societal harmony. He attended a Christmas morning service at The Cathedral Church of the Redemption in Delhi, highlighting the enduring values of love and brotherhood. This follows his consistent engagement with the Christian community through various events.
- 8 hours ago 25 Dec 25, 10:58am -
- new'Nose and jaw fractured': Imran Khan's aide assaulted in UK; had delivered speech against Munir
- 8 hours ago 25 Dec 25, 10:55am -
- newVHT: Applaud, but heed bigger picture - Suryavanshi exposes domestic cricket's imbalance
Vaibhav Suryavanshi shattered List A records with a 190 off 84 balls, including the fastest 150, as Bihar posted a mammoth 574/6. This performance, alongside other centuries in the Vijay Hazare Trophy, highlights a growing concern over the competitive balance in domestic cricket, particularly with the inclusion of newer northeastern teams.
- 9 hours ago 25 Dec 25, 10:07am -
- newWho is Sebastian Telfair? Ex-NBA guard freed after prison stint with Diddy
Sebastian Telfair was released from federal prison after serving time for a probation violation linked to the NBA health care fraud case. The former Thunder guard served his sentence at Fort Dix, the same prison housing Sean “Diddy” Combs. Telfair spoke about Combs’ mindset behind bars and is now shifting focus toward a return to basketball through Ice Cube’s Big3 league.
- 9 hours ago 25 Dec 25, 9:57am -
- newNo baraats, no brides, no beginnings: Inside India's ‘Hamlet of Bachelors’
Barwan Kalan, a remote Bihar village, is dubbed the "hamlet of bachelors" as lack of roads, water, and electricity has prevented marriages for over 50 years. Despite being near tourist spots, residents face isolation, with basic services like hospitals and schools miles away.
- 9 hours ago 25 Dec 25, 9:54am -
- new'Bauna' remark: 'Pant, Bumrah apologised' — Bavuma says 'you don't forget what is said'
South Africa captain Temba Bavuma has revealed that Indian players Jasprit Bumrah and Rishabh Pant apologized for an on-field comment made during the first Test. Bavuma, initially unaware of the remark, stated that while such incidents are part of intense cricket, words spoken are not easily forgotten. He emphasized that despite the heated exchanges, mutual respect between players remained intact.
- 10 hours ago 25 Dec 25, 9:31am -
- newKarnataka crash: Fuel tanker jumped divider, hit bus head-on; how a split-second collision turned fatal
A horrific accident on NH-48 saw a fuel tanker collide with a sleeper bus, igniting a blaze that claimed at least nine lives. The tanker jumped the divider, engulfing the bus in flames and trapping passengers. Rescue efforts are ongoing, with the death toll expected to rise. The tanker driver perished, while some bus occupants escaped.
- 10 hours ago 25 Dec 25, 9:30am -
- newBangladesh unrest: Ex-PM Zia’s son Tarique returns after 17 yrs in exile — why it matters
Tarique Rahman, BNP's acting chief, returns to Bangladesh after 17 years in exile, poised to lead the party in upcoming elections. His return follows legal acquittals and amid a reshaped political landscape after Sheikh Hasina's ouster. Rahman's re-entry signals a significant shift, with the BNP now a frontrunner.
- 10 hours ago 25 Dec 25, 8:58am -
- new'Didn't want to miss ...': How B'luru techie plotted wife's murder; chilling details emerge
A 39-year-old bank manager was allegedly murdered by her estranged software engineer husband, Balamurugan, who had planned the killing for months. He reportedly procured an illegal pistol and carried a knife as a backup, later surrendering to police and showing no remorse. The couple had a troubled marriage marked by alleged abuse.
- 12 hours ago 25 Dec 25, 7:40am -
- newMDMA, LSD, ecstasy pills: Woman techie & boyfriend held for selling high-end drugs
Hyderabad Narcotics Enforcement Wing arrested four individuals, including three alleged drug peddlers, in a drug network bust. Officials seized a significant quantity of drugs, including OG, MDMA, LSD blots, and ecstasy pills, valued at over Rs 3 lakh. The operation revealed a sophisticated network involving online procurement and cryptocurrency payments.
- 14 hours ago 25 Dec 25, 5:30am -
- newB'day outing turns nightmare: IT manager 'gang raped' in CEO’s car; survivor recall horror
A private IT company manager alleged gang-rape by her CEO and an executive's husband in a moving car after a company party. The survivor claims she was drugged and molested by the CEO and raped by the executive's husband while the executive head was present. All three accused have been detained for questioning.
- 14 hours ago 25 Dec 25, 4:54am -
- Nvidia may have just admitted that it cannot take Amazon, Google & Microsoft in Cloud
Nvidia has shelved its ambitious plan to directly challenge cloud giants like Amazon Web Services, Google Cloud, and Microsoft Azure. The chipmaker is now refocusing its DGX Cloud division inward, prioritizing its own engineers' AI model development. This strategic pivot aims to protect Nvidia's dominant AI chip market share, estimated at over 80%, rather than pursuing cloud revenue.
- 2 days ago 23 Dec 25, 6:04pm -