First Time In 123 Years: History Made In Australia vs England 4th Ashes Test
Something that had not happened in the last 123 years occurred in the Ashes on Friday. Australia collapsed for 152 yet still claimed a 42-run lead over England on the…
Vidarbha’s Dhruv Shorey Equals Record For Most Consecutive List A Centuries
Vidarbha batter Dhruv Shorey equalled N Jagadeesan’s record for the most consecutive List A centuries, registering his fifth in a row with an unbeaten 109 off 77 balls against Hyderabad…
Virat Kohli, Rishabh Pant Fifties Carry Delhi To A Tight 7-Run Win Over Gujarat
Star batters Virat Kohli and Rishabh Pant made solid fifties, while Gujarat batters pressed the self-destruction button as Delhi eked out a tight seven-run win in their Elite Group D…
Not Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma: Australian Ashes Star Picks Toughest Batter He Has Ever Faced
Scott Boland has been in top form in the Ashes for Australia. After Mitchell Starc (27 wickets), Boland (18 wickets) has been the Aussies’ best performer with the ball
Vijay Hazare Trophy Highlights: Virat Kohli Achieves Major Record In ‘Player Of The Match’ Show; Rinku Singh Smashes 56-Ball 100
Vijay Hazare Trophy: Virat Kohli achieved a massive record while 14-year-old Vaibhav Suryavanshi was given a national award.
Ashes 4th Test: Josh Tongue takes five as Australia dismissed for 152 at MCG
A five-wicket haul from pacer Josh Tongue and overall, a brilliant display of pace bowling from a ruthless, wounded England team ended Australia`s first innings at just 152 runs in…
“India Looks Good From All Sides”: Shubhanshu Shukla To NDTV
Air Force Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla was honoured as the ‘Science Icon of the Year’ at the NDTV Indian of the Year 2025 awards in Delhi, where he spoke about…
UP Boy, 8, Mentally Harassed In School, Scribbles “Help” In Books, Walls
Four staff members of a private school here have been booked for alleged mental harassment an eight-year-old boy after accusing him of stealing a pen, police said on Friday.
How To Get Water Out Of Ear After Swimming
Swimming is one of the best parts of summer. But long after you’ve cooled down and dried off, you might be left with a niggling feeling – there is still…
Protest Outside Delhi High Court After Kuldeep Sengar Gets Bail In Unnao Case
A protest was held outside the Delhi High Court here on Friday against the suspension of the sentence of Kuldeep Sengar, who was convicted in the Unnao rape case.
In Pawar Reunion Fallout, Former Pune Mayor Prashant Jagtap Joins Congress
After weeks of suspense over his political future, former Pune mayor Prashant Jagtap on Wednesday joined the Congress, ending his 25-year association with the Nationalist Congress Party (Sharad Pawar).
Kenyan Girls Still Afflicted By Genital Mutilation Years After Ban
The women know that mutilating young girls by removing their clitoris and inner labia — framed as a rite of passage — is still an entrenched practice in some remote…
Saudi Arabia Sees First Snowfall In 3 Decades, Iceland Records 20 Degree Celsius
The people of Saudi Arabia woke up to a winter wonderland as snow covered parts of the kingdom for the first time in nearly three decades.
14 Injured In Stabbing, “Unspecified Liquid” Attack In Japan’s Mishima
Fourteen people were hospitalised after a stabbing attack in a factory in central Japan, when an unspecified liquid was also sprayed, local media reported.
Massive International ‘SIM Box Tech’ Cyber Fraud Busted In Andhra Pradesh
A massive international cyberfraud network that used ‘SIM box technology’ to rob people has been busted by the Andhra Pradesh cyber crime police.
Anti-India Protests At Dhaka University: NDTV Reports From Ground Zero
Fresh anti-India protests have erupted in Dhaka as Bangladesh remains tense ahead of February general elections. Anti-India slogans were raised at a massive procession after the Friday prayers at Dhaka…
On Camera, Man Attempts Suicide From Mecca’s Grand Mosque. How He Was Saved
A suicide attempt at Masjid al-Haram in Makkah was prevented after a member of the mosque’s security forces stepped in, sustaining injuries while trying to stop the man from jumping…
What Tarique Rahman’s Return To Bangladesh Means For India
A lawyer aligned with the pro-Pakistan Jamaat-E-Islami Bangladesh has issued a death threat to Tarique Rahman, just hours after the Bangladesh Nationalist Party leader landed in the country after 17…
Delhi vs Gujarat Highlights, Vijay Hazare Trophy: Virat Kohli, Rishabh Pant’s Delhi Seal Thrilling 7-Run Victory
Vijay Hazare Trophy Highlights: Virat Kohli top-scored with 77 and took two catches to fire Delhi to victory over Gujarat in a nail-biter in Bengaluru.
Mumbai vs Uttarakhand Highlights, Vijay Hazare Trophy: Mumbai Clinch Massive Win Despite Rohit Sharma’s ‘Golden’ Shocker
Mumbai vs Uttarakhand Score, Vijay Hazare Trophy: Rohit Sharma was dismissed for a golden duck but Angkrish Raghuvanshi’s nasty injury cast a shadow over Mumbai’s victory against Uttarakhand in Jaipur.
Manchester City Owners Explain Decision To Exit Mumbai City FC Amid ISL Row
Mumbai City FC on Friday confirmed that City Football Group, which held a majority stake in the club, has divested its entire shareholding to the founding partners of the Indian…
Harmanpreet Singh, Hardik Singh Aim Good Show In Hockey India League To Prepare For Busy International Calendar Ahead
India’s leading men’s hockey players Harmanpreet Singh and Hardik Singh are eyeing good performances in the Hockey India League (HIL), beginning early next year, to fine-tune their skills and build…
No-Ball Controversy Hits Ashes 4th Test Over Mitchell Starc Dismissal: “Can’t See It”
The fourth Ashes Test between Australia and England witnessed a major controversy after Brydon Carse dismissed Mitchell Starc on Day 1 of the encounter.
20 Wickets In One Day: Australia Nose Ahead vs England On Day 1 Of Fourth Ashes Test
An astounding 20 wickets fell on a frantic day one of the fourth Ashes Test on Friday with Australia all out for 152 before storming back to dismiss England for…
Video: Drunk Creta Driver Drags Royal Enfield Bike For 500 Metres In Bengaluru On Christmas Eve
In a drunken driving incident in Bengaluru, a motorcycle was dragged for half a kilometre by a car following a chain collision on Christmas Eve.
10 Bills That Grabbed Eyeballs Around The World In 2025
Numerous bills were passed around the world throughout 2025. However, some of them ignited fierce debates, with some citizens and opposition leaders expressing concerns over rights, security, and economics against…
Opinion: Opinion | SHANTI Bill May Not Necessarily Be A Nuclear ‘Sell-Out’, After All
Whether SHANTI is a sell-out dressed up as reform, or a lever for reliable power for industry and cities, and for turning rural power from a lottery into a utility,…
Udaipur IT Firm CEO, Woman Executive Head Arrested For Raping Manager In Car
The three accused were detained on Wednesday and produced before a court – where they were remanded to four-day police custody.
Consider Law Like Australia To Ban Under-16s From Social Media: Madras High Court
Australia this month became the first country in the world to ban social media for children younger than 16.
Aligarh Teacher’s Killers Kept Shooting Him In The Head Even After He Died
Two days after a teacher was shot dead on the Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) campus in Uttar Pradesh, CCTV footage of the incident has surfaced.
Opinion: Opinion | SHANTI Bill Deserves Scrutiny – But Support, Too
No law is perfect. Some provisions of the SHANTI Bill will warrant review, oversight, and refinement as implementation unfolds. But rejecting the Bill outright would mean accepting stagnation.
Telangana Teen Dies By Suicide After Losing Rs 1 Lakh In Online Betting
An 18-year-old man in Telangana died by suicide after he lost Rs 1 lakh through a betting app. The man, identified as Vikram, was a resident of the Kandukur area…
Case Against Saurabh Bhardwaj, Other AAP Leaders For ‘Fainting’ Santa Video
The complaint said that Santa Claus – a revered religious and cultural icon for Christians worldwide – was portrayed in a derogatory and mocking manner.
Opinion: Opinion | Bollywood Is No Match for India’s New Wave Cinema
The signature motif of Kantara: A Legend Chapter 1, India’s second-biggest box-office success of 2025, is a primordial scream. It may as well be the sound of old Bollywood in…
Brazil’s Bolsonaro Releases Letter Backing Son for 2026 Presidential Race
Brazil’s former President Jair Bolsonaro released a handwritten letter on Thursday confirming that he was backing one of his sons for the 2026 presidential race.
What To Know About Terrorists Targeted By US Airstrikes In Northwest Nigeria
Nigeria, which is battling multiple armed groups, said the US strikes were part of an exchange of intelligence and strategic coordination between the two countries.
Hyderabad Man Sets Wife Ablaze In Front Of Children, Pushes Daughter In Fire
A woman burnt to death after her husband allegedly set her on fire in front of their children in Hyderabad. He also pushed their daughter into the flames before fleeing.
US Tells Afghan Migrants to Report on Christmas, New Years Day
US Immigration and Customs Enforcement summoned Afghans residing in the US to present their documents during the holiday season, marking the latest effort by the Trump administration to crack down…
Teach Our Epics, Not Hollywood Superheroes: CM Chandrababu Naidu To Parents
At the National Sanskrit University event in Tirupati, Naidu stresses the importance of Indian mythology heroes for teaching truth, courage, and justice compared to fictional Western superheroes.
SA20: MI Cape Town Look To Build On Proud Newlands Record
MI Cape Town captain Rashid Khan is hoping to extend his teams proud Newlands record in their opening SA20 Season 4 match against Durbans Super Giants
KKR Star Suffers Nasty Head Injury While Fielding, Rushed To Hospital
The 21-year-old picked up the injury while fielding and had to be stretchered off the ground at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium.
Kailash Kher halts Gwalior concert after crowd breaches barricades
Kailash Kher is one of the established singers of Bollywood. He has lent his voice to songs like Teri Deewani, Chand Sifarish, Saiyyan, among many others. The singer was recently…
Vaibhav Suryavanshi Receives Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar From President Droupadi Murmu, BCCI Congratulates
President of India Droupadi Murmu on Friday conferred on India’s 14-year-old batting prodigy Vaibhav Suryavanshi for his exploits in the field of cricket.
Cardi B celebrates first Christmas as a mom of 4 children
Rapper Cardi B is ringing in her first Christmas as a mom of 4. The rapper, 33, shared a series of photos on her Instagram as she celebrated the Christmas…
Udaipur IT Firm CEO, Woman Executive Head Arrested For Raping Manager In Car
The three accused were detained on Wednesday and produced before a court – where they were remanded to four-day police custody.
Traffic Crawls In Himachal Pradesh As Tourists Rush To Shimla, Manali
The nine-day-long Winter Carnival on the historic Ridge Ground in Shimla has attracted tourists from all parts of the country.
AAP’s ‘Ghajini’ Jibe At Delhi Lt Governor Over Pollution, Then A BJP Retort
The opposition Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) hit out at Lieutenant Governor (LG) Vinai Kumar Saxena over the pollution crisis after he wrote a letter to AAP’s national convener and former…
Mumbai Businessman To Pay Rs 5,000 Fine For Feeding Pigeons
A court here has convicted a businessman and directed him to pay a fine of Rs 5,000 for feeding pigeons in a public place, holding his act was “likely to…
BJP Makes History In Kerala, Gets 1st Ever Mayor In Big Pre-Poll Boost
The BJP’s VV Rajesh was sworn in as Mayor of Kerala capital Thiruvananthapuram Friday afternoon, marking a watershed moment in the southern state’s political landscape.
Bihar DElEd 2026 Registration Deadline Extended, Here’s Direct Link To Apply
BSEB DElEd 2026 Registration: Candidates who missed the earlier deadlines can now submit their applications through the official BSEB portal.
“Lot Can Be Decided Before New Year”: Zelensky To Meet Trump In Near Future
A meeting with US President Donald Trump will happen “in the near future,” Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Friday, signaling progress in talks to end the nearly four-year war between…
CAT 2025 Result Out, Check MBA Admission Process For Top IIMs
IIM Kozhikode releases CAT 2025 results featuring top percentiles. Admission to leading IIMs involves interviews, writing ability tests, and composite evaluation.
Sunny and Bobby Deol to host special screening of Dharmendra’s final film Ikkis
Legendary actor Dharmendra’s death has left a void in the industry. His last film, Ikkis, is all set to release next week. To honour their father’s legacy, Sunny Deol and…
Zidane watches proudly as son Luca stars in Algeria’s 3-0 win
France great Zinedine Zidane watched his goalkeeper son’s safe hands as Algeria also started its campaign with a 3-0 win over Sudan. Zidane senior was feted by the crowd every…
India batter Jemimah Rodrigues brings Christmas cheer to team India camp
India batter Jemimah Rodrigues made sure the Christmas fervour hit the national women’s cricket team too in the midst of their T20I series against Sri Lanka. Despite their intense training…
Anjuman-I-Islam Allana retain Harris Shield crown at Wankhede
Defending champions Anjuman-I-Islam Allana English School (Fort) reaffirmed their supremacy in Mumbai inter-school cricket by retaining the Harris Shield title with a composed victory over Al-Barkaat Malik Muhammad English School…
RCB’s Rs 7 Crore Buy “May Not Be In Playing XI”: Anil Kumble Drops Bold Prediction
RCB have bolstered their squad with some exciting players in the IPL 2026 auction.
RCB’s Rs 7 Crore Buy “May Not Be In Playing XI”: Anil Kumble Drops Bold Prediction
RCB have bolstered their squad with some exciting players in the IPL 2026 auction.
Irfan Pathan hails Kohli, Rohit for lighting up Vijay Hazare Trophy
Former India cricketer Irfan Pathan was mighty impressed with Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma’s showings with the bat in the Vijay Hazare Trophy after the two stalwarts notched up centuries…
Shreyas Iyer to report to BCCI CoE for spleen injury assessment
India batter Shreyas Iyer will be reporting to the BCCI’s Centre of Excellence (CoE) in Bengaluru for further assessment of his recovery from a spleen injury, following his resuming batting…
Australia opt for four-pace attack for Boxing day Ashes Test
Australia will take an all-pace attack into the fourth Ashes Test, skipper Steve Smith said Thursday, while Josh Inglis was dropped with selectors preferring Usman Khawaja. The hosts head into…
Muzumdar: India testing combinations ahead of Women`s T20 World Cup
A well-settled India are trying out a few new things in the ongoing five-match T20I series against visiting Sri Lanka, keeping in mind next year’s ICC Women’s T20 World Cup…
“Home Alone” Song Has Roots In Ukraine, Russia Bombed City Of Composer
Carol of the Bells, the iconic Christmas song from Home Alone, is in the spotlight, not for the festive cheer but for Russian forces destroying the Ukrainian city where its…
“Don’t Trust Agents Claiming Guaranteed US Visa”, Warns Embassy In India
The US Embassy in India has issued an advisory against fraudulent messages and agents offering guaranteed visas or quick approvals.
Who Was Shivank Avasthi? 20-Year-Old Indian Student Shot Dead In Canada
Shivank Avasthi, a 20-year-old Indian student, was shot dead near the University of Toronto Scarborough campus in Canada.
“Hospital Killed Him”: Indian Man’s Wife In Canada Recalls 8-Hour Ordeal
Days after Prashant Sreekumar, a 44-year-old Indian-origin man, died of suspected cardiac arrest while waiting for treatment at Grey Nuns Community Hospital in Canada’s Edmonton, a video of his wife…
Rabri Devi Begins Vacating Bihar Residence Where Yadavs Lived For 19 Years
The Yadav family or the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) party, however, have not issued any official statement.
Analysis: Madhya Pradesh Is Not Witnessing A Leadership Contest But A Leadership Closure
At an event this week, Amit Shah delivered a line that was far more than a compliment for Mohan Yadav.
Brunei Darussalam Government Scholarship 2026 Applications Open, Check Details To Apply
Brunei offers scholarships for diploma, undergraduate, and postgraduate programs to eligible students from ASEAN, Commonwealth, and OIC countries with application deadline on Feb 15, 2026.
Schools In These UP Districts Closed Due To Cold Wave, Dense Fog
UP School Holidays: The decision has been taken to ensure the safety of students amid a sharp drop in temperatures and near-zero visibility during morning hours.
Tarique Rahman, The ‘Dark Prince’ And A ‘Shadow PMO’ That Ran Bangladesh
Christmas Day saw the triumphant homecoming of Bangladesh’s ‘dark prince’ – Tarique Rahman, the son of three-time former Bangladesh Prime Minister Khaleda Zia and a central figure in her Bangladesh…
Centre Opposes GST Cut On Air Purifiers, Says ‘Pandora’s Box Will Open’
The government on Friday opposed tax relief for air purifiers – a plea made to the Delhi High Court citing the horrid toxic smog that has blanketed the city over…
Katrina and Vicky ring in their first Christmas as new parents with love and joy
Christmas is undoubtedly the most joyous time of the year, and just like other celebs, Katrina Kaif embraces it with full enthusiasm. The actress, who recently embraced motherhood, has finally…
“Irresponsible”: China Slams US For Report That “Sows Discord” With India
China on Thursday denounced a Pentagon report, which accused Beijing of leveraging reduced border tensions with India to undermine US-India ties while deepening defence ties with Pakistan as an attempt…
Inspired By ‘Bunty Aur Babli’ Movie, Teens Steal Jewellery Worth Rs 16 Lakh
An 18-year-old graphic designer, who claimed to have lost his job due to AI (artificial intelligence), has been arrested with his doctor-aspirant woman friend for allegedly stealing jewellery worth Rs…
Delhi Sees Slight Improvement In Air Quality, But Remains In ‘Poor’ Category
The national capital witnessed a marginal improvement in air quality on Friday, with the Air Quality Index (AQI) falling into the ‘poor’ category and averaging 292, according to official data.
India’s Water Crunch Brews Risks For Beverage Giants
Laws in India, the world’s most populous nation, bar the movement of liquor across state borders without a special permit, effectively forcing companies to set up production in every state…
‘We Keep Crying About Gaza’: Celebs Claim Hypocrisy Over Bangladesh Lynching
Several Indian celebrities have called for accountability over the mob lynching of a Hindu man in Bangladesh, where tensions keep simmering amid large-scale violence in the run-up to the general…
After Viral Video Of Attack On Gangster Vinay Tyagi, 2 Shooters Arrested In Haridwar
In a significant breakthrough, the Haridwar Police have apprehended two suspects in connection with a violent assault on notorious gangster Vinay Tyagi near the Laksar flyover.
“Papa, I’m In Pain”: Indian Man Dies After 8-Hour Wait At Canada Hospital
A 44-year-old Indian-origin man has died of suspected cardiac arrest after he reportedly did not receive any treatment for several hours at a hospital in Canada.
‘A Day Of Courage, Conviction, Righteousness’: PM Modi On Veer Bal Diwas
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday paid tribute to the Sahibzades on the occasion of Veer Baal Diwas, remembering their sacrifice and courage.
Udaipur IT Firm CEO Allegedly Rapes Manager In Car After Birthday Party
A manager of a private IT company was allegedly gang-raped in a moving car in Rajasthan’s Udaipur on the pretext of dropping her home after a birthday party, the police…
Maha Kumbh To 150 Years Of ‘Vande Mataram’, India Celebrates Culture In 2025
From the Maha Kumbh in January-February to the launch of year-long celebrations of 150 years of “Vande Mataram” in November — it was a packed calendar for the Ministry of…
Video: Lucknow Residents Steal Flower Pots Placed On Roadside For PM Modi’s Event
A video has gone viral showing residents carrying away the flowerpots, reportedly hours after PM Modi inaugurated the Rashtra Prerna Sthal in Lucknow.
7 Crores Spent On 51 Thars, 5 Crores On Customisation: Odisha Orders Probe
The forest department purchased 51 Mahindra Thar SUVs for Rs 7.1 crore for wildlife monitoring, patrolling in rugged forest areas, anti-poaching operations, and forest fire prevention.
Virat Kohli Enters ‘God Mode’, Surpasses Australia Great Michael Bevan To Own ‘World Record’
With his 77 against Gujarat in the Vijay Hazare Trophy, Virat Kohli broke Michael Bevan’s world record of the highest average in List A cricket history.
Kriti Sanon on Cocktail 2: `I wanted a fun film after intense Tere Ishk Mein`
Happy, positive, fun,” rattled off Kriti Sanon, describing the mood on the Cocktail 2 set. Earlier this week, the actor wrapped up the shoot of Homi Adajania’s directorial venture, which…
Saiyami Kher lauds Haiwaan co-star Akshay Kumar’s dedication and punctuality
Haiwaan has given Saiyami Kher many firsts. It’s not only her maiden collaboration with actors Akshay Kumar, Saif Ali Khan, and filmmaker Priyadarshan, but also her first attempt at a…
Who Was Amrit Mondal, Second Hindu Man Lynched In Bangladesh
Days after the lynching of Dipu Chandra Das in Mymensingh, another Hindu man has been beaten to death by a mob in Bangladesh, raising fresh concerns over the safety of…
“Merry Christmas To All”: Trump Launches Deadly Strikes On ISIS In Nigeria
Donald Trump said US forces conducted “powerful and deadly” strikes against Islamic State in Nigeria for killing Christians in the country.
Bihar Man, Who Married 3 Times In 3 Years, Arrested For Dowry Harassment
A man, Pintu Barnwal, from Gopalganj district, Bihar, was arrested on charges of allegedly marrying three women over a span of three years, without divorcing any of his previous wives.
Married Woman Turns Down Friend’s Proposal, He Shoots Her At Gurugram Club
A 25-year-old woman was shot at inside a club in Gurugram after she allegedly refused a marriage proposal from a man, police said on Thursday.
Train Fares Hiked From Today. Here’s How Much More You Need To Pay
The Ministry of Railways said the train fares were hiked with “the objective of balancing affordability for passengers and sustainability of operations”.
No Telecast, No Problem: Virat Kohli’s Vijay Hazare Knocks Set Google On Fire
At 37, most batters dial it down once the international spotlight dims but Virat Kohli has done the opposite.
Josh Tongue Becomes First English Bowler To Take Test Fifer In Melbourne Cricket Ground In 21st Century
England pacer Josh Tongue made history, as he became the first bowler from his team to take a five-wicket haul during the prestigious Boxing Day Test fixture at Melbourne Cricket…
Australia Veteran Usman Khawaja Completes 8,000 International Runs
The 39-year-old Aussie veteran achieved the milestone during his side’s fourth Ashes Test against England, a Boxing Day Test match, at Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG).
Jeffrey Epstein Survivor’s Sister Warned FBI About His Abuse In 1996. It Took No Action
Jeffrey Epstein took nude photos and negatives without permission and was believed to have sold the pictures to potential buyers, according to reports.
Air Pollution India’s Biggest Health Crisis Since Covid, Warn Doctors
Air pollution is arguably the biggest public health crisis India has faced since the pandemic and will continue to worsen each year unless urgent action is taken, a UK-based Indian-origin…
CBSE Issues Safety Guidelines To Prevent Dog-Bite Incidents In Schools
Following a Supreme Court ruling, CBSE mandates schools to ensure safety from dog bites through awareness programs, inspections, and coordination with local authorities for stray dog control.
“Will Cool Our Heels A Bit”: Pat Cummins Manages Test Workload, Sets Sight On T20 World Cup
Australia skipper Pat Cummins has his eyes set on next year’s ICC T20 World Cup, saying that he is “cooling his heels a little bit” after returning for the third…