- newMirwaiz asks Omar govt to stop arrest of people in decades old cases
Hurriyat chairman Mirwaiz Umar Farooq urged the Omar Abdullah government to halt arrests in old cases, citing harassment and anxiety. He highlighted the plight of thousands of Kashmiri prisoners and called for a review of old case handling and transfer of detainees back to J&K.
- 60 mins ago 13 Dec 25, 1:25am -
- newJ&K: LG hands appointment letters to kin of Nowgam police station blast victims
Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha met families of those killed in the Nowgam police station blast, providing them with appointment letters on compassionate grounds. He lauded the J&K Police for dismantling a terror network, emphasizing national support for the affected families. The blast, described as accidental, occurred during the examination of seized explosives.
- 1 hour ago 13 Dec 25, 1:15am -
- newJaish terrorist held with M-5 rifle near IB in J&K’s Akhnoor
Alert BSF troops apprehended a Jaish-e-Mohammad terrorist near the Indo-Pak border in Akhnoor, Jammu and Kashmir. The operative, identified as Abdul Khalik from Rajouri, was found with an M-5 rifle and magazines. He had illegally migrated to Pakistan in 2021 and was handed over to local police for further investigation.
- 1 hour ago 13 Dec 25, 1:03am -
- newTeachers asked to report stray dogs, outrage in J&K
Jammu & Kashmir's education department has mandated teachers to report and manage stray dog populations, sparking outrage from political parties and teachers' unions. Critics deem the directives "shocking" and "atrocious," arguing they undermine educators' dignity and professional roles. The orders, however, are reportedly based on Supreme Court guidelines amidst a surge in dog-bite incidents.
- 2 hours ago 13 Dec 25, 12:54am -
- newGiannis Antetokounmpo trade wish list puts Bucks in strong spot amid Heat rumor
Giannis Antetokounmpo reportedly lists Miami Heat as a top trade destination if he leaves the Bucks, trailing only New York. League insiders suggest Miami offers a compelling, practical landing spot, potentially involving a package of young talent and draft picks. The Heat's history of building around stars makes them a strong contender.
- 2 hours ago 13 Dec 25, 12:52am -
- newBlack Sea attack: Russian missile hits Turkish vessel; Erdogan presses Putin
- 2 hours ago 13 Dec 25, 12:25am -
- new'Cease all shooting': Trump says Thailand–Cambodia agree truce; claims tensions neared 'major war'
US President Donald Trump Friday announced Thailand and Cambodia have agreed to an immediate halt in hostilities along their disputed border. Following a conversation with both nations' prime ministers, a ceasefire was declared, returning to a previous peace accord. This development follows escalating violence and displacement of hundreds of thousands.
- 3 hours ago 12 Dec 25, 11:53pm -
- newEpstein scandal: US House panel releases 19 photos; Trump, Clinton appear in images
House Oversight Committee Democrats released 19 photos from Jeffrey Epstein's estate, showing interactions with figures like Donald Trump, Bill Clinton, and Bill Gates. The images, part of a larger cache, offer glimpses into these associations. Republicans criticized the selective release, calling it a political tactic against Trump, while Democrats demand further transparency.
- 4 hours ago 12 Dec 25, 10:54pm -
- newAyesha Curry’s mother-daughter night out subtly counters Stephen Curry rumor
Ayesha Curry recently shared a heartwarming mother-daughter outing with her daughters Riley and Ryan, attending a concert by their favorite K-pop-inspired group, KATSEYE. Stephen Curry also shared the post on his Instagram story, highlighting the family's enjoyment of the event. The popular six-member group, formed from Netflix's Pop Star Academy, is currently on their 'Beautiful Chaos Tour'.
- 5 hours ago 12 Dec 25, 9:50pm -
- newSMAT: Match-fixing scandal hits domestic cricket; 4 players suspended
Assam Cricket Association has suspended four players with immediate effect following allegations of involvement in corrupt practices during the Syed Mushtaq Ali T20 Trophy. The players are accused of attempting to instigate current team members for fixing. The BCCI's Anti-Corruption and Security Unit conducted an inquiry, leading to criminal proceedings and an FIR against the accused.
- 5 hours ago 12 Dec 25, 9:49pm -
- newRupee at historic low: How 9% real depreciation could reshape India’s economy - explained
The Indian rupee is experiencing a significant decline against the US dollar, which could impact inflation, exports, and corporate margins. While short-term effects are challenging, a weaker rupee could boost long-term growth by encouraging domestic production and improving export competitiveness. Experts anticipate this trend may continue due to trade deal uncertainties and capital flow pressures.
- 5 hours ago 12 Dec 25, 8:57pm -
- new'Sanskrit ours too': Pak varsity launches course; Mahabharat, Gita on the cards
In a historic move, Pakistan's Lahore University of Management Sciences (LUMS) has introduced a Sanskrit course, marking a significant first since partition. The curriculum includes Hindu epics like the Mahabharata and Gita. Academics emphasize Sanskrit's regional unifying role and aim to foster local scholarship on ancient texts, previously dominated by foreign researchers.
- 6 hours ago 12 Dec 25, 8:46pm -
- new'Main Bihar se hoon': Vaibhav Sooryavanshi hits back at UAE sledging
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi smashed an incredible 171 off 95 balls, including fourteen sixes, setting a new U-19 world record in India's 433/6 against UAE. The 14-year-old's dominant innings, marked by a witty exchange with the wicketkeeper, propelled India to a commanding position. His performance also secured a tournament record for most sixes in a single U-19 Asia Cup innings.
- 6 hours ago 12 Dec 25, 8:33pm -
- newChest pain vs heart attack: Cardiologist explains how to spot the difference
Delhi cardiologist Dr. Shailesh Singh advises distinguishing between heart-related chest pain and minor discomfort. He stresses that pain during exertion, feeling like pressure or squeezing, and easing with rest, is a classic cardiac sign. Sharp, fleeting pains or those aggravated by touch or deep breaths are less likely to be heart issues.
- 6 hours ago 12 Dec 25, 8:07pm -
- newDelhi’s school fee law goes live: What changes for parents and schools this academic year
Delhi's new education act aims to curb arbitrary private school fee hikes. The law mandates itemized fee heads, caps on certain charges, and prohibits disguised capitation fees. User-based services must be no-profit, no-loss. A School-Level Fee Regulation Committee, including parents, will now approve fee structures, ensuring transparency and predictability for three years.
- 7 hours ago 12 Dec 25, 7:50pm -
- newTriple H & Stephanie McMahon net worth 2025: WWE careers and business ventures
Triple H and Stephanie McMahon's combined net worth is estimated at $500 million in 2025, reflecting their significant contributions to WWE's corporate and creative success. Their leadership in talent development, branding, and strategic expansion has built a strong financial foundation and continues to shape WWE's future identity and growth under TKO.
- 7 hours ago 12 Dec 25, 7:49pm -
- newClint Frazier warns $8.2bn Yankees after Edwin Díaz signs with loaded Dodgers
Former Yankee Clint Frazier voiced concerns over the team's free agency strategy. He believes the Yankees are losing their competitive edge while the Dodgers are strengthening their roster. Frazier highlighted the loss of pitcher Edwin Diaz to the Dodgers as a prime example.
- 7 hours ago 12 Dec 25, 7:36pm -
- newPM Modi, Gill, fashion show: Messi's India tour has everything but football
Lionel Messi is set to visit India for the 'GOAT India Tour 2025', his first trip since 2011, but this time without any competitive matches. The tour focuses on promotional events and appearances across Kolkata, Hyderabad, Mumbai, and New Delhi, including meetings with dignitaries and a charity fashion show.
- 7 hours ago 12 Dec 25, 7:36pm -
- newPak PM 'humiliated': After 40-min wait, Sharif 'gatecrashes' Putin-Erdogan meet - watch
Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif reportedly "gatecrashed" a meeting between Russian President Vladimir Putin and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan after waiting over 40 minutes. This incident occurred as Sharif continues efforts to strengthen ties with Moscow, despite acknowledging Russia's close partnership with India.
- 7 hours ago 12 Dec 25, 7:25pm -
- newRed Fort blast probe: NIA raids Hazaribag home of 'ISIS operative'; gadgets, documents scanned
In the early hours, Hazaribag was the scene of a high-stakes NIA operation at the residence of Shahnawaz Alam, a known ISIS operative currently imprisoned in Pune. This raid, part of an investigation into the recent Red Fort bombing in Delhi, focused on uncovering extremist materials and digital devices.
- 7 hours ago 12 Dec 25, 7:23pm -
- newPete Alonso’s Orioles deal sparks emotional farewell message from wife Haeley
Pete Alonso's five-year, $155 million deal with the Baltimore Orioles marks a significant career shift, concluding his time with the New York Mets. His wife, Haeley Alonso, shared a heartfelt reflection on their seven years in New York, cherishing memories from his 2019 rookie season and expressing gratitude for the city and its fans.
- 7 hours ago 12 Dec 25, 7:01pm -
- new'Pressure will pile': Gill's form under scrutiny; ex-cricketer asks Samson to 'be ready'
Former India cricketer Irfan Pathan believes Shubman Gill is under immense pressure due to his recent T20I struggles, with the T20 World Cup approaching. Pathan emphasized that Gill must score runs to secure his place, especially with Sanju Samson waiting in the wings. Gill's form is crucial for the team's powerplay starts and his leadership role.
- 7 hours ago 12 Dec 25, 6:55pm -
- newWatch: Vaibhav Sooryavanshi turns eagle, grabs sharp catch after 171-run knock in U19 Asia Cup 2025
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi starred with a record-shattering 171 and a spectacular diving catch as India U19 began their Asia Cup campaign with an overwhelming 234-run victory over UAE. Sooryavanshi's explosive batting, supported by strong partnerships, propelled India to a massive 433/6. The UAE chase faltered early, with only skipper Uddish Suri offering significant resistance.
- 8 hours ago 12 Dec 25, 6:39pm -
- newFrom Top Gun to Marvel: How Hollywood mastered the art of propaganda
Much like the morality of art, it is absolutely futile to discuss whether a piece of art is “propaganda” – but that hasn’t stopped critics from convulsing in unison over Aditya Dhar’s magnum opus Dhurandhar. The title track of the movie contains the line: “Ladies and gentlemen, you are not ready for this.”
- 8 hours ago 12 Dec 25, 6:27pm -
- newZubeen Garg death: 4 charged with murder; singer's cousin accused of culpable homicide
A Special Investigation Team has charged four individuals with murder in the Zubeen Garg death case. The singer's cousin, a suspended Assam Police officer, faces charges of culpable homicide not amounting to murder. Two personal security officers are accused of criminal breach of trust. This development follows the singer's death in Singapore, where local police initially found no foul play.
- 8 hours ago 12 Dec 25, 6:19pm -
- newElection 2.0: There's a new political guru in town, and it doesn't eat, sleep or blink
- 8 hours ago 12 Dec 25, 6:17pm -
- newIndiGo crisis: Govt clarifies on capping air fares; what aviation minister said in LS
- 8 hours ago 12 Dec 25, 6:06pm -
- newGame Awards 2025: Leon S Kennedy returns as Tomb Raider and Star Wars revive
The Game Awards 2025 saw Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 dominate with Game of the Year and a surprise DLC launch. The show also featured major reveals like Star Wars: Fate of the Old Republic, new Tomb Raider titles, and Capcom's confirmation of Leon S. Kennedy in Resident Evil Requiem.
- 8 hours ago 12 Dec 25, 5:55pm -
- newMicrosoft AI CEO opens up: 'Told to quit school at 16' - Suleyman on working-class life
Microsoft AI chief Mustafa Suleyman reveals his working-class London upbringing shaped his tech vision. The DeepMind co-founder, whose Syrian taxi driver father and nurse mother urged him to learn a trade, lived independently from age 16 before dropping out of Oxford to help Muslim youth post-9/11. Now he champions AI for social good and universal basic income.
- 9 hours ago 12 Dec 25, 5:49pm -
- new'DKS will be CM ...': Cong MLA reignites rumours; confirms dy CM hosted dinner
Karnataka Congress MLA Iqbal Hussain claimed Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar will become chief minister after the ongoing winter session, fueling speculation of a leadership change. Hussain, who attended a dinner with legislators, stated Shivakumar's elevation is due to his efforts and party contributions, with the high command to make the final decision.
- 9 hours ago 12 Dec 25, 5:25pm -
- newFrom ages 8 to 18: How an all-girl team is taking free chess to rural India
The evolution of the chess queen finds a parallel in rural India, where the “Checkmate Betul” initiative, launched by US-based Avika Shukla, offers free, structured chess training to girls with no prior access. The programme, run by an all-girl global team, is helping students gain confidence, focus and new skills while overcoming significant logistical hurdles.
- 9 hours ago 12 Dec 25, 5:24pm -
- new'Cricketers indulge in vices during overseas tours': Ravindra Jadeja's wife claims
Ravindra Jadeja's wife, Rivaba, has sparked discussion by alleging that some Indian cricketers engage in vices during overseas tours, while asserting her husband remains untouched by such activities. She highlighted that players often act freely away from public scrutiny, but Jadeja, understanding his responsibilities, avoids these temptations. Her remarks have gained traction online.
- 9 hours ago 12 Dec 25, 5:11pm -
- newGoogle may have revealed to OpenAI how an AI browser should be — and where Atlas misses
Google unveils Disco, an experimental browser that transforms browsing activity into custom web applications using its Gemini 3 AI. This approach, powered by GenTabs, directly challenges AI browsers like OpenAI's Atlas by building apps rather than just adding chatbots. Disco aims to redefine browser functionality with AI at its core, offering a glimpse into the future of web navigation.
- 9 hours ago 12 Dec 25, 5:02pm -
- new'Something wrong in HC': SC scraps plea on Karur stampede probe; warns TN govt
The Supreme Court rejected Tamil Nadu's plea to modify its order suspending the state's inquiry commission and SIT probe into the Karur stampede. Emphasizing fairness, the bench also criticized a Madras High Court report on a writ petition's registration. The court previously ordered a CBI investigation and a supervisory committee.
- 9 hours ago 12 Dec 25, 5:00pm -
- newIndia-China thaw: Centre fast-tracks business visas; Beijing hails move
India has expedited business visa procedures for Chinese professionals, a move aimed at boosting bilateral relations and addressing skilled technician shortages. This development follows statements from Chinese officials expressing willingness to enhance personnel exchanges and work towards resolving border tensions with India.
- 9 hours ago 12 Dec 25, 4:56pm -
- newTaylor Swift and Travis Kelce calls reveal intimate early-romance moments
Taylor Swift's new docuseries, "The End of an Era," offers an intimate look at her relationship with Travis Kelce before a major Eras Tour stop. Early phone calls reveal their comfort, humor, and mutual support, showcasing playful exchanges and deep affection that defined their connection as the tour progressed.
- 10 hours ago 12 Dec 25, 4:49pm -
- newCensus 2027: Govt allocates Rs 11,700 cr; headcount to begin from April
India's upcoming census in 2027, costing Rs 11,700 crore, will be the nation's first fully digital exercise. Conducted in two phases from April 2026 to February 2027, it will cover housing and population, including social status and caste details. This significant undertaking is also projected to create one crore employment opportunities.
- 10 hours ago 12 Dec 25, 4:23pm -
- newNitish Reddy takes hat-trick in SMAT; dismisses RCB captain - Watch
Nitish Kumar Reddy took a hat-trick for Andhra in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy against Madhya Pradesh, reducing them to 14 for 3. Despite Reddy's bowling heroics, MP recovered with a crucial partnership to secure a four-wicket victory. Reddy's hat-trick marked the first of the current tournament season.
- 10 hours ago 12 Dec 25, 4:21pm -
- newIndiGo crisis: External expert to identify root cause of chaos; more trouble for airline
IndiGo has appointed an external aviation specialist to investigate recent flight disruptions caused by non-compliance with new crew duty norms. The airline's parent company established a crisis management group after large-scale operational breakdowns. The expert will conduct a root cause analysis and identify improvement opportunities.
- 10 hours ago 12 Dec 25, 4:05pm -
- newNetworking battle: Cisco CFO slams HPE-Juniper deal; Says Cisco is gaining
Cisco's CFO Mark Patterson highlighted market uncertainty stemming from Hewlett Packard Enterprise's $14 billion Juniper acquisition. He suggested this integration, particularly in wireless, is causing customer confusion, which Cisco is capitalizing on. This echoes previous Cisco sentiments about the deal's disruptive potential for enterprise clients.
- 10 hours ago 12 Dec 25, 4:05pm -
- newNew power bloc: Trump may be ditching G7 for new 'Core-5'; which countries are on list
Reports suggest Donald Trump is considering a new "Core-5" bloc including China and Russia, a stark contrast to his previous stance. This idea, though unconfirmed, aligns with his transactional approach to foreign policy. The proposal emerges amidst ongoing trade tensions and follows a recent call between PM Modi and Trump.
- 11 hours ago 12 Dec 25, 3:28pm -
- newWhich GenAI courses became India’s top choice in 2025 amid soaring AI demand?
India witnessed a surge in GenAI learning in 2025, with Coursera reporting over 3.6 million enrolments, the highest globally. Learners explored courses ranging from introductory AI to specialised GenAI skills, including prompt engineering, LLM applications, and AI workflow automation. Top-ranked programmes came from Google Cloud, IBM, AWS, Vanderbilt University, and DeepLearning.AI. Key skills focused on automation workflows, data literacy, cybersecurity, and problem solving. The trend reflects…
- 13 hours ago 12 Dec 25, 1:30pm -
- new'World War 3!' Trump makes explosive claim; frustrated over Russia-Ukraine war
President Trump issued a grave warning about the Russia-Ukraine war, fearing it could escalate into a third world war. He expressed deep frustration with stalled peace talks, urging an immediate halt to fighting. European leaders are now stepping in to shape negotiations, while battlefield pressures mount. Trump insists swift action is crucial to prevent a wider global conflict.
- 18 hours ago 12 Dec 25, 8:39am -
- newWho is Mia Sorety? OnlyFans model enters Sherrone Moore affair drama
University of Michigan coach Sherrone Moore has been fired amid allegations of an inappropriate workplace relationship, reportedly with Paige Shiver, daughter of former NFL player Jeff Shiver. Adding to the controversy, OnlyFans model Mia Sorety has accused Moore of sending her direct messages, suggesting a pattern of behavior that has ignited widespread fan speculation and discussion across social media platforms.
- 23 hours ago 12 Dec 25, 3:26am -
- Paige Shiver net worth: 55% salary hike and Sherrone Moore link spark buzz
University of Michigan football is in turmoil as executive assistant Paige Shiver faces intense public scrutiny. Her name is linked to former coach Sherrone Moore's firing and police detainment due to alleged inappropriate relationship rumors. Shiver's recent significant salary increase and social media silence have fueled speculation amid the ongoing investigation.
- 2 days ago 11 Dec 25, 11:20am -
- Usain Bolt & Kasi Bennett net worth 2025: Career, family, business
Sprint legend Usain Bolt, estimated at $90 million net worth in 2025, continues to thrive post-retirement through endorsements and business ventures. His partner, Kasi Bennett, a model and entrepreneur, supports his endeavors while maintaining a private life. Together, they focus on their three children, balancing global success with family values.
- 2 days ago 11 Dec 25, 4:50am -