- newCustomer complaint over Shoppers Stop carry bag charges rejected; fined Rs 10K
A consumer commission dismissed a complaint against Shoppers Stop regarding a paper bag charge. The commission found the case frivolous and imposed exemplary costs on the complainant. The complainant had previously filed a similar case against the retailer for a carry bag fee. The commission noted the complainant's history of filing multiple consumer complaints. This ruling highlights the misuse of consumer protection laws for personal gain.
- 51 mins ago 11 Sep 26, 10:17am -
- newWelsh teen taught himself football freestyle on YouTube; now holds 5 world records
At just fourteen, Welsh football freestyler James Taylor has made headlines by winning a bronze medal at the World Championship. In addition to this remarkable achievement, he holds five Guinness World Records, showcasing his dedication and hard work. Learning through online tutorials and daily practice, James has inspired his younger brother, who also boasts three world records, bringing their family total to an impressive eight.
- 1 hour ago 11 Sep 26, 10:02am -
- newDiscarded mine pipes become shelters for threatened northern quolls in Australia
- 1 hour ago 11 Sep 26, 10:02am -
- newED raids Ramnandi Hotels across 9 locations in alleged Rs 132-crore bank fraud case
The Enforcement Directorate searched nine locations across three states in an alleged bank fraud case. Ramnandi Hotels and Resorts Ltd is accused of diverting Rs 58 crore from bank loans. The company allegedly used fake reports and personal guarantees to secure these funds. Five pledged properties were reportedly sold at undervalued prices recently. The agency suspects these actions aimed to prevent asset attachment and recover crime proceeds.
- 1 hour ago 11 Sep 26, 9:42am -
- newKunickaa Sadanand: Poonam Dhillon and Padmini Kolhapure took papers from CINTAA office
Dispute within CINTAA escalates with allegations of documents being removed from the office. Kunickaa Sadanand expressed deep disappointment over the current state of the association. Police could not prevent document removal without a Charity Commissioner's order. FWICE members intervened and stopped the vehicle carrying the documents. Fresh elections are required after a significant number of committee members resigned.
- 2 hours ago 11 Sep 26, 9:34am -
- new‘Key growth engine’: IMF hails India’s 7.8% growth, backs GDP estimate changes
India's economy showcased remarkable resilience by achieving a robust 7.8 percent GDP growth for the April-June quarter, surpassing forecasts. The strength of the services and export sectors contributed significantly to this success. The International Monetary Fund lauded India's economic achievements and its pivotal role as a global growth driver, also acknowledging improvements in macroeconomic statistics and data quality. This comes amid ongoing evaluations of India's latest GDP figures.
- 2 hours ago 11 Sep 26, 9:12am -
- newCollector makes Thar, Fortuner owners take road safety pledge, video goes viral
The Daman administration organized a road safety event for SUV owners. Mahindra Thar and Toyota Fortuner owners participated in a pledge. This initiative aims to promote responsible driving and road safety awareness. The event featured a rally and a road safety pledge administered by the district collector. It addresses ongoing online discussions regarding the image of these popular vehicles.
- 2 hours ago 11 Sep 26, 9:09am -
- new$5,000 DBT scheme in US: Trump says Congress' approval not needed for payout
- 2 hours ago 11 Sep 26, 8:47am -
- newBrics summit: What’s on agenda as world leaders gather in Delhi amid global tensions
- 2 hours ago 11 Sep 26, 8:38am -
- newiPhone 18 Pro series get Variable Aperture as 'most important' camera feature
The newest iPhone 18 Pro introduces an innovative variable aperture system, empowering photographers with improved control over light. This significant enhancement allows users to manually adjust depth of field and motion capture, providing unprecedented creative opportunities. With its main camera offering four distinct aperture settings, users can enjoy enhanced low-light performance and exquisite detail, seamlessly blending optical prowess with powerful computational capabilities.
- 3 hours ago 11 Sep 26, 8:35am -
- newAl-Falah docs 1st tested bombs inside university, then in Aravalis: NIA
NIA chargesheet details terror module progression from fertilizer explosives to IEDs. Doctors allegedly tested explosive mixtures and firearms in isolated locations. Weapons were procured using funds routed through a university doctor. Rented premises stored chemicals, equipment, and explosives away from public view. A major cache of ammonium nitrate was seized before the Red Fort blast.
- 3 hours ago 11 Sep 26, 8:33am -
- newHow Iranian arms helped Houthis seize key Red Sea port in 'lightning' blitz
- 3 hours ago 11 Sep 26, 8:27am -
- newUS sends up to 200 troops to help Saudi Arabia fight Iran-backed Houthis: Report
The assistance is being provided as the Houthis expand their operations along Yemen’s Red Sea coast. Military sources said the group seized the port city of Mocha on Thursday and moved towards strategic islands, including Hanish. Yemeni government military sources said the advances had given the Houthis greater leverage over the Bab el-Mandeb Strait, the southern entrance to the Red Sea and one of the world’s busiest shipping routes.
- 3 hours ago 11 Sep 26, 8:09am -
- newPakistan stops Sikh pilgrims bound for Hemkund Sahib at Faisalabad airport
Pakistani authorities stopped Sikh pilgrims from flying to India for their pilgrimage. Devotees were stranded at Faisalabad International Airport after being asked for an NOC. Pilgrims missed their scheduled flights to Delhi due to the unexpected requirement. They had already spent significant money on travel arrangements for the journey. The group now awaits government permission to travel via the Attari-Wagah land border.
- 3 hours ago 11 Sep 26, 8:00am -
- new‘Shared aspiration for global well-being': PM Modi's message ahead of Brics summit
- 3 hours ago 11 Sep 26, 7:48am -
- new‘Looked after his food, medicine’: Family of 'killer bahu' denies charges
Police are investigating Subrat Manocha's knowledge of his father's murder plot. His wife, Shalu Manocha, allegedly planned the killing with two contract killers. Investigators are examining digital communication between Shalu and one of the alleged contract killers. Shalu's family has rejected the allegations against her, stating she was close to the victim. The investigation continues to establish Subrat's potential involvement in the crime.
- 3 hours ago 11 Sep 26, 7:47am -
- newChina-controlled Hong Kong to punish 3 who organised vigils for Tiananmen massacre
Hong Kong once had a strong civil society, regular mass protests and a relatively open press. Since the 2019 protest movement, however, the authorities have restricted political participation and prosecuted prominent activists and media figures. Several civil society groups have shut down, including the alliance behind the Tiananmen gatherings. In February, former pro-democracy media tycoon Jimmy Lai was sentenced to 20 years in prison under the security law.
- 3 hours ago 11 Sep 26, 7:41am -
- newOil touches $107 per barrel as Hormuz remains choked for over six months
This week, oil prices surged past a hundred dollars per barrel amidst growing worries over supply disruptions caused by attacks on shipping routes in the Middle East. US fuel prices reflect this trend as supply chains experience strain. The trajectory of future oil prices will heavily depend on China's import choices, with OPEC adjusting its global oil demand growth forecast for 2026.
- 4 hours ago 11 Sep 26, 7:33am -
- newSpider-Man, Batman all had to pay rent: Magnus Carlsen, now a father, is no exception
Magnus Carlsen’s transition into fatherhood has reshaped how he approaches chess, work and time. Despite unprecedented success, he still sees himself as a provider, balancing the joy of raising his son with the demands of a global career. Fatherhood helped cement his decision to abandon the classical World Championship, revealing a man reallocating ambition around family, responsibility and purpose.
- 4 hours ago 11 Sep 26, 7:22am -
- new‘Special 26’: Sacked employee teams up with I-T officials to target ex-boss in 'raid'
Six individuals, including three women, were arrested by Andheri police for a fake raid. The accused posed as Income Tax and crime branch officials during the incident. They allegedly abducted a businessman and his wife from their office premises. The group demanded a sum of Rs 1 crore to settle the fabricated case. Police are examining seized phones to uncover the full conspiracy and identify associates.
- 4 hours ago 11 Sep 26, 7:13am -
- new'They blew the hell out of Bahrain': US official 'admits' Iran damaged US base
- 4 hours ago 11 Sep 26, 7:01am -
- new‘Found wife’s chats with colleague’: B’luru man breaks down during murder probe
A father allegedly strangled his two young daughters at a hotel last month. He confessed to investigators, citing love and worries about their future. The man was overcome by fears following his marriage breakdown and separation. Police recovered a suicide note detailing marital discord and alleged infidelity. He is currently in judicial custody after recovering from a suicide attempt.
- 4 hours ago 11 Sep 26, 6:55am -
- new'Toxic' day 16: Yash film earns Rs 39 lakh, sees 35% drop
Yash's film 'Toxic' continues its theatrical run, earning Rs 39 lakhs on its sixteenth day. The movie's India net collection has now reached Rs 248.24 crore after its recent performance. Its worldwide gross collection has impressively climbed to Rs 339.79 crore. The Kannada version contributed more earnings than the Hindi version on day sixteen. This fairy tale for grown-ups is performing well at the box office.
- 5 hours ago 11 Sep 26, 5:42am -
- newLeBron James’ pain became a promise: His inspiring journey as a Father
LeBron James became a father at 19, just as his NBA career was taking off. Reflecting on his own childhood without his biological father, he told the Akron Beacon Journal in October 2004, “That’s my main goal, to try and be a better father than the one I had.” Over the years, James has emphasized family, presence and guiding his children while allowing them to create their own paths.
- 6 hours ago 11 Sep 26, 5:02am -
- newMay tweak F&O settlement price mechanism: Sebi chief
Pandey Reiterates There Is No Going Back On CAS System
- 6 hours ago 11 Sep 26, 4:53am -
- newRetro looks, current jibes: Netas give '80s a new spin
- 7 hours ago 11 Sep 26, 4:29am -
- newDNA main hope for identity, but backlog overwhelms Nepal forensic labs
- 7 hours ago 11 Sep 26, 4:20am -
- newPutin lands in Delhi for Brics Summit, to meet PM Modi today
- 8 hours ago 11 Sep 26, 3:16am -
- new'It was for Bimstec chair, not PM': Dhaka declines Brics invite
- 8 hours ago 11 Sep 26, 2:57am -
- newTexas engineer collects 5,000 condiment packets, including 400 Taco Bell designs
- 8 hours ago 11 Sep 26, 2:50am -
- newMeet Daniel Zhang, 17, who built a cancer game now reaching 1,500 children
In an innovative step, a San Diego teenager named Daniel Zhang crafted Tumor Tactics, an educational game designed to demystify cancer for young minds. Motivated by his grandmother's battle with the illness, Daniel aims to make intricate cancer biology accessible to children. His project has garnered funding and will be showcased at the United Nations Science Summit, alongside his role in STEAMLabs International, where he promotes STEM and arts education.
- 10 hours ago 11 Sep 26, 12:50am -
- newKarnataka govt limits Vande Mataram to 2 stanzas, barring VVIP functions
Karnataka's Congress government has ordered singing only two stanzas of Vande Mataram. This directive applies to state government programmes and functions held across Karnataka. The decision follows a Union home ministry guideline for singing all six stanzas. The state government aims for uniformity and appropriate protocol during national song renditions. This move occurs amidst a political controversy surrounding the national song's singing.
- 10 hours ago 11 Sep 26, 12:48am -
- newBrics summit: Beijing officially requested for Xi delegation’s visas on Aug 27
- 11 hours ago 11 Sep 26, 12:27am -
- newHouthis seize Yemen's strategic Red Sea port city of Mokha from Saudi-backed forces
- 11 hours ago 10 Sep 26, 11:59pm -
- newIndia adds 30 new nuclear warheads, total at 190: US Study
- 12 hours ago 10 Sep 26, 11:25pm -
- new83-year-old had Rs 2.4L FD, Rs 1.06L cash; how she won 9-year-old tax demand case
For reasons not known, the woman did not respond to the notice. The Income Tax Assessing Officer consequently completed the assessment under Section 144 and determined her total income at Rs 5.15 lakh, treating the amount as unexplained.
- 13 hours ago 10 Sep 26, 10:04pm -
- newWhy iPhones are so expensive in India again
Apple's new iPhones cost more this year, not just the Duo, its first foldable, or the 18 Pro. Older models went up too, breaking a five-year run of steady pricing in India. Some of that is tax and currency. Most of it is a global memory shortage, squeezed by AI's appetite for chips. Add India's duty structure and Apple's read on what buyers will pay, and the entry fee for an iPhone has never been higher.
- 15 hours ago 10 Sep 26, 7:51pm -
- newDeadly plot by ‘killer bahu’: Kanpur bizman sensed danger, but ended up with 26 stab wounds
An alleged murder plot to stage a heart attack was foiled when the victim returned home. The intended suffocation plan changed to a violent stabbing after the victim discovered the attackers. The victim sustained 26 stab wounds during the assault which occurred late at night. The alleged conspirator was reportedly dancing at a lounge while the killing unfolded.
- 16 hours ago 10 Sep 26, 7:06pm -
- newOlga Bobrovsky’s emotional goodbye to Florida as Toronto chapter begins
Sergei Bobrovsky and his family are getting ready to move to Toronto, and Olga Bobrovsky is saying goodbye to Florida. The veteran goalie spent 7 seasons with the Florida Panthers, winning 2 Stanley Cups before signing with the Toronto Maple Leafs. Panthers captain Aleksander Barkov also talked about Bobrovsky’s lasting influence and lauded his exit.
- 17 hours ago 10 Sep 26, 6:07pm -
- newWhy Apple did not launch successor of the ‘world's most-popular’ iPhone
Apple unveiled its iPhone 18 Pro and foldable Duo, skipping the standard model. This move separates premium and base models into distinct launch cycles. Memory shortages and supply chain issues likely influenced this strategic decision. The standard iPhone 18 is now expected in early 2027. This allows Apple to spread shipments more evenly across financial quarters.
- 18 hours ago 10 Sep 26, 4:53pm -
- new25 years of 9/11: How cinema remembered, mourned and questioned
- 20 hours ago 10 Sep 26, 2:46pm -
- new1980s AI Photo trend: 5 ChatGPT prompts to create Kerala-style retro images
A social media trend uses ChatGPT to recreate photos in 1980s styles. Users are now focusing on regional aesthetics, specifically 1980s Kerala and Malayali culture. Prompts request authentic family, wedding, college, and studio portraits from the period. These images incorporate traditional clothing, jewellery, and home settings from Kerala. The AI maintains recognizable facial features while adding retro photographic elements.
- 21 hours ago 10 Sep 26, 1:49pm -