- newNMIA begins operations: 48 flights, 4k passengers on day one
Navi Mumbai International Airport became operational on Thursday with the landing of an IndiGo flight from Bengaluru, nearly three decades after it was conceived to ease congestion at Mumbai’s primary airport. The launch marks a major expansion of the city’s aviation capacity, with multiple airlines operating flights on day one and plans to scale up to round-the-clock services, positioning Mumbai as a global multi-airport hub.
- 53 mins ago 25 Dec 25, 9:03pm -
- new2025 Box Office report card: From 'Dhurandhar' to 'Saiyaara'- key learnings to take
2025's box office proved a mixed bag, with strong content driving audiences despite fewer mega-hits. Trade experts highlight a 'K-shaped' model where successful films soar, while others falter quickly. Standout performers like 'Dhurandhar' and 'Chhaava' delivered massive returns, signaling content's enduring power and a modest 10-12% box office growth over 2024.
- 1 hour ago 25 Dec 25, 8:42pm -
- newRevised railway fares from Dec 26: Ministry notifies 'rationalised' structure; what changes
Indian Railways has announced a fare "rationalisation" effective December 26, aiming for affordability and operational sustainability. Suburban services and season tickets remain unchanged. Short-distance ordinary journeys up to 215 km are also unaffected. Mail/Express and AC/Non-AC ordinary services will see modest increases, with specific graded hikes for non-suburban ordinary journeys.
- 1 hour ago 25 Dec 25, 8:29pm -
- newCousins unite, MVA disintegrates? How Thackeray alliance isolates Cong in Maharashtra
- 2 hours ago 25 Dec 25, 8:25pm -
- new$100K fee, new rules: How Trump’s H-1B overhaul impacts Indians; are there alternatives?
- 2 hours ago 25 Dec 25, 8:09pm -
- newVHT: 'Not an ideal contest' - Sooryavanshi's knock raises concerns in Ashwin's mind
R Ashwin questioned the growing quality gap in Indian domestic cricket after Bihar smashed a record 574 runs against Arunachal Pradesh in the Vijay Hazare Trophy. While praising Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Ashwin said such one-sided matches hurt competition and confidence. He also lauded Ishan Kishan’s comeback, highlighting how hard work and form revived his career.
- 2 hours ago 25 Dec 25, 8:07pm -
- new'Houses of 7 Hindu families burnt': Arson attacks spike in B'desh; family narrates horror
At least seven Hindu families in Bangladesh have had their homes burnt down in targeted attacks over the past five days amidst national turmoil. One family narrowly escaped a fire by cutting through their walls, with police arresting five suspects and vowing to track down others. These incidents follow two recent lynchings of minority members, sparking outrage over safety concerns.
- 2 hours ago 25 Dec 25, 7:55pm -
- newCapital chokes: Delhi's AQI 'improves' to poor; relief temporary
Delhi's air quality saw a welcome improvement for the second day, moving from 'severe' to 'poor' levels. While some areas experienced 'moderate' air, others remained in 'poor' or 'very poor' categories. Vehicular emissions and neighbouring NCR districts were identified as major pollution sources. Forecasts suggest a potential return to 'very poor' conditions soon.
- 2 hours ago 25 Dec 25, 7:48pm -
- newGRAP 4 lifted: Delhi schools resume normal classes for 6-9 & 11; hybrid for rest
Delhi schools have ended hybrid learning and resumed normal physical classes for students of Classes 6 to 9 and 11 after GRAP 4 measures were lifted. The Directorate of Education issued directions to government and private schools to implement the change immediately. The decision followed an improvement in air quality, with authorities continuing GRAP stages 1 to 3 while monitoring conditions closely across the capital.
- 2 hours ago 25 Dec 25, 7:36pm -
- new'Ready to enhance trust with India': China slams explosive US report; evasive on Pak ties
China has strongly refuted a US Pentagon report alleging it's using eased border tensions with India to undermine US-India ties. Beijing insists its defence policy is misrepresented and aims to sow discord. China maintains its border situation with India is stable and seeks to advance a sound bilateral relationship, while dismissing US claims as biased and confrontational.
- 2 hours ago 25 Dec 25, 7:35pm -
- newDelhi pvt schools must form fee regulation committees by Jan 10: What parents should know
Delhi’s Directorate of Education has fixed January 10 as the deadline for private schools to form fee regulation committees for the 2025–26 academic year. Under the new process, schools must place their proposed charges before these committees—where parents and teachers are represented—by January 25. Decisions must follow within 30 days, shifting fee discussions from sudden announcements to a defined, time-bound process that parents can track.
- 3 hours ago 25 Dec 25, 7:10pm -
- newKarisma Kapoor, Sunjay Kapur’s kids wear late father’s jersey on Christmas
Karisma Kapoor's children, Samaira and Kiaan, honored their late father, industrialist Sunjay Kapur, on their first Christmas without him by wearing jerseys from his Aureus Polo team. This poignant gesture follows the Delhi High Court concluding proceedings in a Rs 30,000 crore estate dispute involving Sunjay's will and his widowed wife, Priya Sachdev.
- 3 hours ago 25 Dec 25, 7:00pm -
- 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.
- 3 hours 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.
- 3 hours ago 25 Dec 25, 6:50pm -
- newIs Jalen Brunson playing tonight vs Cavaliers? Latest Knicks injury update
Jalen Brunson has been cleared to play on Christmas Day against the Cleveland Cavaliers after managing an ankle issue. His availability is crucial for the Knicks' primary scorer and decision-maker in this closely watched Eastern Conference matchup. Brunson's strong December performance, including a 47-point game, makes his presence a significant factor.
- 3 hours ago 25 Dec 25, 6:26pm -
- 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.
- 4 hours 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.
- 4 hours 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.
- 4 hours 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.
- 4 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
- 4 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.
- 5 hours ago 25 Dec 25, 4:54pm -
- newIndian-origin man made to wait for hours at Canada hospital; dies after cardiac arrest
- 6 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.
- 6 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.
- 6 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.
- 6 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
- 6 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.
- 6 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.
- 6 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.
- 7 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.
- 7 hours ago 25 Dec 25, 3:15pm -
- new'Ajit hasn't given up ideology': Supriya Sule hints at Pawar tie-up; BMC polls in focus
- 7 hours ago 25 Dec 25, 2:43pm -
- 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…
- 7 hours ago 25 Dec 25, 2:30pm -
- newTelegram founder’s plan: Durov pledges equal shares to DNA-verified kids
Telegram founder Pavel Durov offered to fund IVF treatments using his donated sperm, promising an equal share of his $17 billion fortune to any children who can prove their DNA connection. Having fathered over 100 children globally, Durov stated his donations aimed to address a worldwide sperm shortage. He plans to open-source his DNA to help his offspring connect.
- 8 hours ago 25 Dec 25, 2:13pm -
- 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.
- 8 hours ago 25 Dec 25, 1:28pm -
- new'Back in Bangladesh skies': Tarique Rehman returns with wife, daughter & cat
- 9 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.
- 9 hours ago 25 Dec 25, 1:17pm -
- 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.
- 9 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.
- 9 hours ago 25 Dec 25, 12:46pm -
- 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.
- 9 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.
- 9 hours ago 25 Dec 25, 12:28pm -
- 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.
- 14 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.
- 16 hours ago 25 Dec 25, 5:30am -
- newNancy Kerrigan net worth: How the skating legend built wealth beyond ice
Nancy Kerrigan, a two-time Olympic medalist and former U.S. Champion, is celebrated for her resilience. Following a shocking attack before the 1994 Olympics, she made a remarkable comeback, winning a silver medal. Her post-competitive career includes ice shows, TV appearances, and endorsements, contributing to an estimated net worth of $10 million.
- 17 hours ago 25 Dec 25, 5:00am -
- 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.
- 17 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 -
- Taylor Swift opens up about Jeslyn Gorman's cancer scare and Travis Kelce’s support
Taylor Swift opened up about a painful chapter during the Eras Tour, revealing how a backup singer’s cancer diagnosis deeply shook her tour family. The experience marked an emotional low point, but Swift said she later found renewed joy and stability in her personal life, crediting Travis Kelce with bringing light and happiness after an incredibly difficult period.
- 3 days ago 23 Dec 25, 5:02am -
- xAI is hiring: Musk's 2-word response to top company exec
Elon Musk's xAI is aggressively recruiting seasoned Android engineers, promising exceptional pay and unparalleled career growth. The company seeks developers with over a decade of experience in Kotlin and modern Android practices to build applications for X and Grok. This high-stakes hiring drive underscores xAI's ambition to attract top talent in the competitive AI landscape.
- 3 days ago 22 Dec 25, 5:51pm -
- Christen Goff says motherhood inspired a makeover of the family homes a
Christen Goff is navigating motherhood by creating two distinct yet personal homes in Los Angeles and Michigan for her and daughter Romy. She thoughtfully designs each space to reflect its location and their evolving family identity. Despite the challenges of a newborn and dual residences, Christen finds joy and belonging in this new chapter.
- 4 days ago 22 Dec 25, 6:15am -