“1 H-1B Worker Equals 10 Illegal Aliens”: US Pollster’s “De-Indianise” Call
Mark Mitchell, a leading US commentator and pollster, stirred a row after suggesting that major US firms should “de-Indianise” themselves.
‘Need To Align Policy With Health-Based Science’: Experts On Air Quality Standards
In a move critics are calling a calculated deflection, the Union government has doubled down on its stance that World Health Organization (WHO) air quality guidelines are merely “guidance documents”…
Bangladesh Ex-PM Khaleda Zia’s Health Deteriorates, Put On Ventilator
Former Bangladesh prime minister Khaleda Zia’s health condition deteriorated on Thursday night and she was placed on ventilator support, doctors said.
India Witnessing Cultural Renaissance After Long Time: J&K Lt Governor
Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha called on youngsters, writers and thinkers on Thursday to lead the country to new heights like visionary craftsmen, saying India is witnessing a…
Explained: Why Delhi-NCR Is Not Experiencing The Signature Winter Cold Wave
A third of December has already passed, but the intense winter chill has not yet arrived in the Delhi-NCR region.
Mexico Hits India With 50% Tariffs. This Will Be Most Impacted Sector
After the United States, Mexico has decided to impose tariffs as high as 50 per cent on the import of select goods from India and other Asian nations that do…
Reddit Files Legal Challenge To Australia Social Media Ban
Online discussion site Reddit launched a legal challenge Friday to Australia’s social media ban on under-16s, just days after the landmark laws came into effect.
Sanctions To Military Action, How US-Venezuela Relations Have Worsen
The seizure of an oil tanker off Venezuela’s coast this week comes after long-standing tensions between Washington and Caracas, starting with US sanctions in 2006 and most recently strikes against…
Indian Artefacts Among 600 “High Value” Items Stolen From UK Museum
Many artefacts from India dating back to the British Colonial era are among more than 600 “high value” items that were stolen during a burglary at a museum in Bristol.
Husband In Indore, Pak Woman Begs Court To Deport Him To Prevent 2nd Marriage
A family dispute between a Pakistani Hindu husband-wife duo, each living in two different countries for a long time after their marriage in Pakistan in 2020, has reached the Madhya…
Still No Free Movement In Manipur? National Human Rights Commission Seeks Report
The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) today ordered the police and civil authorities in Manipur’s Kangpokpi district to give an action-taken report on a complaint about denial of safe passage…
Mumbai Househelp Arrested For Stealing Jewellery Worth Rs 3.5 Crore
Mumbai Police has arrested a domestic help for allegedly stealing jewellery and diamonds worth Rs 3.57 crore from the house of a 93-year-old woman who lives in Marine Drive area…
“Felt Humiliated”: Bangladesh President Wants To Quit After February Polls
Bangladesh President Mohammed Shahabuddin said on Thursday he plans to step down midway through his term after February’s parliamentary election, telling Reuters he has felt humiliated by the interim government,…
Nobel Laureate Machado Says US Helped Her Leave Venezuela
Nobel Peace laureate Maria Corina Machado said on Thursday that the United States helped her get to Norway from hiding in Venezuela, expressing support for US military action against her…
Trump Says He Will Sign Order Curbing State AI Laws
U.S. President Donald Trump on Thursday said he would sign an executive order on artificial intelligence that would attempt to preempt a growing number of state laws governing the technology…
Eknath Shinde Announces New Framework For Mumbai’s Pagdi Buildings
Eknath Shinde Thursday made a historic announcement in the Legislative Assembly, declaring that a separate regulatory framework will be created to free Mumbai from the pagdi system and to ensure…
PM Modi To Go On 3-Nation Tour To Jordan, Ethiopia, Oman From December 15
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will embark on a four-day visit to Jordan, Ethiopia and Oman from December 15, an official statement said.
Forcing Victim To Consume Acid Must Be Tried As Attempted Murder: Top Court
The Supreme Court on Thursday observed that acid-attackers must be tried under the provision of Attempt to Murder under penal laws, in cases where they are accused of forcibly making…
US Sanctions Nicolas Maduro’s Family, 6 Ships Carrying Venezuela Oil
The US imposed sanctions on three nephews of Venezuelan President Nicols Maduro, among others, on Thursday as President Donald Trump looks to inflict further pressure on the South American nation.
“Doesn’t Want Any More Talk”: Trump “Frustrated” With Russia-Ukraine War
US President Donald Trump is “extremely frustrated” with Russia and Ukraine, his spokeswoman said on Thursday, as Kyiv said Washington was still pushing it to make major territorial concessions as…
ChatGPT Blamed For US Murder-Suicide In Fresh Lawsuit
The estate of an 83-year-old Connecticut woman filed a wrongful death lawsuit Thursday against OpenAI and Microsoft, alleging the ChatGPT chatbot fueled her son’s paranoid delusions and contributed to her…
Charlie Kirk Murder Accused Tyler Robinson Makes First In-Court Appearance
Lawyers for Tyler Robinson, the accused killer of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, sought on Thursday to limit media access to ensure a fair trial as the 22-year-old man made his…
Gongura Paneer To Palakura Pappu: PM Modi’s Dinner Menu For NDA MPs
Following the viral interest in the vegetarian meal served to Russian President Vladimir Putin, another all-vegetarian menu has caught the public’s eye. This time, the spread was prepared for a…
World Bank Approves $305 Million For Haryana’s Clean Air Project
The World Bank has approved a financial assistance package of USD 305 million for the Haryana Clean Air Project for Sustainable Development (HCAPSD), a flagship initiative aimed at transforming Haryana…
3 Men Die During Alleged Black Magic Ritual In Chhattisgarh
Three men died under mysterious circumstances during an alleged black magic ritual late Wednesday night in Chhattisgarh’s Korba district.
PM Modi, US President Donald Trump Discuss Trade, Energy And Defence
As speculation about an imminent trade deal between the two countries gathers steam, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Donald Trump spoke over the phone on Thursday and discussed…
OpenAI, Microsoft Sued For ‘Encouraging’ Mentally Challenged Man To Kill Mother
OpenAI and its largest financial backer, Microsoft, were sued in California state court on Thursday over claimsthat OpenAI’s popular chatbot ChatGPT encouraged a mentally ill man to kill his mother…
How Did Maria Corina Machado Get From Venezuela To Norway?
Maria Corina Machado reportedly took three days to make it out of Venezuela and reach Norway, wearing a wig and a disguise, dodging checkpoints and the risk of arrest.
‘Will End Tyranny’: Nobel Winner Maria Machado’s “Fight For Democracy” Vow
Nobel Peace laureate Maria Corina Machado will do her best to return to Venezuela to end the “tyranny” in the country, she said Thursday as she seized the spotlight in…
This Country Wants US Spy Planes. Not For Espionage, But To Hunt Al Qaeda
Ivory Coast wants the Trump administration to station US spy planes in the country’s north to carry outcross-border operations targeting Al Qaeda-allied jihadists wreaking havoc across the Sahel
Satya Nadella Reveals He’s Spending Free Time Designing A Cricket App
Microsoft Corp’s Satya Nadella, a die-hard cricket fan, has been spending his free time coding and designing his own app that he uses to analyse the centuries-old game.
UK Police Hunt Suspects After 600 British Empire Artefacts Stolen from Museum
More than 600 artefacts relating to the history of the British Empire and Commonwealth have been stolen from the collection of Bristol Museum, police said Thursday as they released images…
Putin Spoke To Venezuela’s Maduro, Reaffirmed Support Amid US Tensions: Kremlin
Russian President Vladimir Putin on Thursday reaffirmed his support to Venezuela in a phone call with long-time ally President Nicolas Maduro after the United States seized an oil tanker off…
Thai PM’s ‘Return Power to People’ Post Signals Parliament Dissolution
Thai leader Anutin Charnvirakul said late Thursday he “would like to return power to the people”, a known signal in the kingdom that a prime minister intends to dissolve parliament,…
‘Downward Spiral’: Woman Blames Social Media For 15-Year-Old Son’s Suicide
A French mother whose teenage son took his own life is fighting to hold social media platforms accountable, saying their algorithms pushed suicide-related content that sent the 15-year-old into a…
US Officials Threaten Jail, Family Separation To Force Migrants To Deport
The email from a US immigration officer presented Kelly and Yerson Vargas with a stark choice: accept deportation to their native Colombia or risk being charged with a crime and…
US Trade Gap Shrinks To Narrowest Since 2020 After Tariff Hikes
The US trade deficit narrowed unexpectedly in September to the smallest since 2020, delayed government data showed Thursday, with imports rising just slightly as President Donald Trump’s new tariffs set…
2 Hyderabad Men Die After Injecting Stolen Surgical Anaesthesia Drug
Investigation revealed that the anaesthesia drug was stolen from a private hospital, highlighting a critical lapse in the handling of controlled substances.
Kolhapuri Chappals Can Hit $1 Billion Exports After Prada Deal: Piyush Goyal
After a massive global controversy over Prada’s Kolhapuri-inspired sandals, a massive collaboration between Prada and Kolhapuri Chappals has been announced.
New Photo Shows Luthra Brothers At Thai Immigration Control Centre
A new photo of the Luthra brothers surrounded by Thai officials at an immigration facility has emerged. The two were detained from their hotel room in Thailand following a request…
Over 89,000 CCTV Cameras Installed In Maharashtra Schools: Minister
The Maharashtra government reiterated their commitment to enhancing child safety in schools across the state, highlighting the successful installation of CCTV cameras in over 89,000 educational institutions
Minutes After Stealing Gold, Cash, Karnataka Thief Robbed By 4 Men
Minutes after stealing 90 grams of gold, Rs 1.75 lakh cash and then committing two more burglaries, the thief was going robbed near the Mandur crematorium.
When Duty Called, Dharmendra Flew 18 Hours In Agony To Stand With His Party
At a special prayer meeting held in Delhi to pay tribute to the legendary Dharmendra, his associate of 21 years, Sudhir Kumar Singh, opened his heart and took everyone back…
Families Of Doctors Who Died On Covid Duty Entitled To Government Insurance: Top Court
The court said individual claims for insurance made under the PMGKY-Package will be considered and decided in accordance with the law and on the basis of evidence.
India Calls for ‘Pragmatic’ Engagement With Taliban At UN Security Council
India has urged the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) to adopt a practical and balanced approach while dealing with the Taliban, saying engagement must focus on encouraging positive steps rather…
After 23 Years, Widow Gets Rs 8.92 Lakh Compensation Thanks To Court’s Nudge
Railways finally managed to trace and pay Rs 8.92 lakh as compensation to a tragedy-struck widow, who lost her husband in a train accident in 2002, after the Supreme Court’s…
Opinion: Blog | The Real Ikkis Story: The 21-Year-Old Who Kept Pak Away From Jammu In 1971
Khetarpal denied the Pakistan Army a vital breakthrough on December 17, 1971, on India’s western border, and kept them from gaining control of the road to Jammu. Indira Gandhi wrote…
Over 6,700 Indians, Lured By Scam Centres, Rescued From Cambodia, Myanmar
The Centre on Thursday informed the Parliament that it has taken notice of instances of dubious firms involved in fake recruitment job offers.
Chandrayaan-3 Finds Active Electrical Environment Near Moon’s South Pole
Chandrayaan-3 has uncovered a “far more active” and dynamic electrical environment near the Moon’s south pole than previously understood, new analysis of data from the lander has revealed.
PM Modi Hosts NDA MPs For Dinner At His Residence In Delhi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday hosted a dinner for MPs belonging to the National Democratic Alliance constituents (NDA) at his residence here.
Luthra Brothers Were At Delhi Wedding When Fire Ravaged Goa Club
Shortly after getting information about the fire at Birch By Romeo Lane, Saurav and Gaurav Luthra made hurried plans to travel to Thailand.
Delhi Redraws Map, Will Now Have 13 Districts Instead Of 11
In a major administrative reboot, the Delhi Cabinet on Wednesday approved redrawing of the Capital’s revenue map, expanding the city from 11 to 13 revenue districts.
Even Before Goa Fire, Luthras’ Romeo Lane Chain Faced Many Complaints, Fines
The Romeo Lane chain of restaurants and clubs, under intense scrutiny after 25 people died in a fire at its Goa nightclub, Birch by Romeo Lane, has a history of…
31 Killed In Military Air Strike On Hospital In Myanmar
A Myanmar military air strike killed more than 30 people at a hospital, aid workers said Thursday, as the junta wages a withering offensive ahead of elections beginning this month.
Tariffs Cause $1,200 Price Hike For Every US Household Since Trump’s Return
Sweeping taxes on imports have cost the average American household nearly $1,200 since Donald Trump returned to the White House this year, according to calculations by Democrats on Congress’ Joint…
Umar Khalid Granted Interim Bail By Delhi Court To Attend Sister’s Wedding
A Delhi court on Thursday granted interim bail from December 16 to 29 to former JNU student Umar Khalid to attend his sister’s wedding.
Bengaluru’s Big Move For Those Waiting For Passengers At Arrival Terminal
Bengaluru’s Kempegowda International Airport is set to roll out new arrival pick-up regulations aimed at easing congestion, improving safety, and ensuring smoother passenger movement outside its terminals.
‘Dharmendra A Patriot, Had A Clean And Pure Heart’: Amit Shah At Prayer Meet
Terming the death of superstar Dharmendra a great loss, Home Minister Amit Shah has said the actor was so versatile that he could play characters like Veeru in ‘Sholay’ and…
After “Brahmin Women” Comment, IAS Officer’s Remarks On SC/ST Judges Sparks Row
Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officer Santosh Verma, whose comment on Brahmin women led to outrage, has created another storm with his allegation that the high court stopped Scheduled Tribes (ST)…
India Sets Own Air Quality Standards, Global Rankings Not Official: Centre
The Ministry clarified that it has notified National Ambient Air Quality Standards for 12 pollutants in 2009 to protect public health and the environment, and these standards are tailored to…
Nationwide Raids Uncover ISIS-Linked Radicalisation, Illicit Funding Network
The searches were carried out at premises linked to the accused individuals, their close associates, family members, and entities showing dubious financial connections or suspicious monetary transactions.
IndiGo Processes Refunds For All Cancelled Flights, CEO Meets Regulator
IndiGo Chief Executive Officer Pieter Elbers arrived at the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) on Thursday for a meeting, amid the airline’s ongoing efforts to address customer grievances and…
Over Rs 47 Crore Spent For Siddaramaiah’s Chartered Flight Travels
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah’s use of chartered aircraft and helicopters has cost the state government more than Rs 47 crore between May 2023 and November 2025, according to official records…
Crisis-Hit IndiGo India’s Only Major Profitable Airline: Centre In Lok Sabha
As passengers continue to grapple with flight cancellations and delays triggered by IndiGo’s operational meltdown, government data tabled in the Lok Sabha on Thursday has underscored a harsh reality: India’s…
Explained: Main Parties And Issues In February’s Bangladesh Election
Bangladesh is set to hold a national election in February, its first since a student-led uprising toppled long-time leader Sheikh Hasina in August 2024. Her Awami League, the South Asian…
Former Pak Spy Chief Sentenced To 14 Years For State Secret Violations
The former head of Pakistan’s spy agency was sentenced to 14 years in prison for violating state secrets and abusing his authority, the army said on Thursday.
US To Reject Tourist Visa If Applicant Plans To Give Birth During Stay
People who file tourist applications to visit the US with an intention to game the American system won’t have it easy, according to the US embassy in India.
Bangladesh To Vote On February 12, First Time Since Sheikh Hasina Ouster
Elections in Bangladesh will be held on February 12, 2026, AMM Nasir Uddin, the country’s chief election commissioner, announced through a televised address.
Coast Guard Seizes Pak Boat In Indian Waters, Detains 11 Crew Members
The Indian Coast Guard (ICG) has seized a Pakistani fishing boat and detains 11 crew members operating illegally in the Indian waters, officials said on Thursday.
“Not Someone Who Fled After Rs 5,000-Crore Fraud”: Luthra Brothers In Court
Making arguments in favour of the Luthra brothers, who fled to Thailand hours after 25 people died in a fire at their nightclub ‘Birch by Romeo Lane’ in Goa, their…
42 Companies, 1 Delhi Address: Inside Luthra Brothers’ Business Network
An examination of corporate records has uncovered a network of 42 companies linked to Delhi-based restaurateurs Saurabh and Gaurav Luthra, the brothers at the centre of the Goa nightclub fire…
Watch: Dhurandhar-Style PM Modi Montage Featuring Trump, Netanyahu, Putin
The video, set to the viral FA9LA track from Dhurandhar, stitched together moments of PM Modi meeting world leaders across continents.
21 Labourers From Assam Feared Dead After Truck Falls Into Arunachal Gorge
At least 21 people are feared dead after a vehicle carrying daily-wage labourers from Assam’s Tinsukia district plunged into a gorge in Arunachal Pradesh.
IAS Officer, Behind Project To Tackle Extreme Heat, Wins UN Environment Award
Supriya Sahu has been honoured for her pioneering, long-standing environmental leadership in India, particularly her work on plastic reduction, wildlife conservation, and more recently, sustainable cooling.
Election Commission Extends SIR Date For 6 States, No Change For Bengal
The voter roll clean-up exercise special intensive revision (SIR) in six states has been extended by the Election Commission.
Mexico Slaps 50% Tariffs On India. $1 Billion Exports In Crosshairs
Four months after the US imposed 50 per cent tariffs on India for most goods, Mexico has approved levies of up to 50 per cent on the import of select…
Thousands Face Evacuations As New Round Of Heavy Rain Threatens Washington
Tens of thousands of residents in western Washington could face evacuation orders when another round of heavy rain drops on the region Thursday, threatening to bring catastrophic flooding as rivers…
IndiGo’s Rs 10,000 Travel Vouchers For “Severely Impacted” Customers
IndiGo’s Rs 10,000 Travel Vouchers For “Severely Impacted” Customers
Fake Castrol Oil Seized In Delhi, Cops Bust Counterfeit Engine Oil Unit
The Delhi Police have busted a large counterfeit engine oil manufacturing unit operating in Alipur, seizing a massive cache of infringed Castrol-branded products ready for distribution in the market.
Distract, Steal, Sell: Gang Behind Mega Phone Theft At AP Dhillon Concert
Among the recovered devices were the latest iPhone 17 Pro Max, iPhone 16 series, Samsung S24 Ultra, Galaxy Fold 6, and a range of premium models from OnePlus, Vivo, Oppo,…
Luthra Brothers Were Detained From Hotel Room In Thailand. See Pic
A photo has emerged of the moment the Luthra brothers were detained from their hotel room in Thailand based on a request from India.
Video: The Phuket Detention Centre Where Luthra Brothers Are Being Held
The Luthra brothers are being held at an immigration centre in Phuket, where individuals found violating immigration laws are usually kept pending a trial.
Gazans Pull Iron Bars From Rubble To Construct Tents, Scratch Out A Living
In November, the UN Development Programme said that the war in Gaza had generated 61 million tonnes of rubble, citing estimates based on satellite imagery.
Animal Trafficking Reaches Record High In 2025: Interpol
Interpol said that wildlife crime is now an industry worth more than $20 billion a year, ranging from the movement of thousands of shark fins to banned ivory and primate…
Delhi Police Busts Fake Sticker Racket, Extortion Targeting Traffic Cops
A First Information Report (FIR), initially filed on April 29, 2025, revealed the presence of a parallel system where commercial vehicle drivers were using fraudulent “marka/stickers” to evade challans.
Watch: Delhi Police Uses Akshaye Khanna’s Dhurandhar Clip To Warn On Drug Use
Delhi Police used Akshaye Khanna’s clips to show the illusion versus reality of being high.
Honour Social Innovators Too: Sudha Murty Cites QR Code Inventor’s Example
Rajya Sabha nominated member Sudha Murty on Thursday made a strong pitch for recognising social innovators, arguing that while technical achievements receive widespread acclaim, those who create solutions for everyday…
Opinion: Opinion | The Miami ‘Purge’: India Must Decide Its Seat As Trump Shrinks The G20
The restructuring of G20 reflects Trump’s transactional worldview and his administration’s impatience with multilateral forums that require consensus-building with developing economies.
NDTV Accesses Blue Corner Notice Against Luthra Brothers: What It Says
According to Interpol, a blue notice is issued to collect additional information about a person’s identity, location or activities in relation to a criminal investigation.
Parliament Winter Session Live Updates: “Debate Is Over Vande Mataram Or Nehru,” Asks M Kharge; JP Nadda Responds
The Rajya Sabha resumed its debate today on the 150th anniversary of the national song Vande Mataram.
Major Boost For Pakistan’s F-16 Fleet As US Okays $686 Million Tech Upgrade
The United States has reportedly approved a major arms deal worth $686 million to sell advanced technology and support for Pakistan’s F-16 fighter jets.
Painting That Introduced “Star Wars” To The World Sold For $3.9 Million
The painting that introduced “Star Wars” to the world nearly 50 years ago – and was reproduced in an iconic movie poster – sold at auction on Wednesday for $3.875…
Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella Calls For AI-Driven Shift In Software Development
Microsoft Chairman and CEO Satya Nadella on Thursday highlighted the need for a fundamental shift in the way software is built in the age of artificial intelligence.
PM Modi Pays Tribute To “Towering Statesman” Pranab Mukherjee
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday honoured former President late Pranab Mukherjee on his birth anniversary, describing him as a “towering statesman” whose lifelong commitment to national service left an…
Husband Of Georgia’s US Ambassador Linked To Moscow-Based Law Firm: Report
The firm explains ways to recover frozen assets, including through the Belgian Treasury, and helps clients with all the paperwork and contesting appeals if requests are initially denied.
“US Ties With Pak Army A Challenge In India-US Relation”: S Jaishankar’s Son
Executive Director of the Observer Research Foundation America, Dhruva Jaishankar, has stated that one of the key challenges in India-US relations is Washington’s renewed engagement with Pakistan’s military leadership.
Zohran Mamdani’s Victory Effect: Manhattan Rents Hit Record High
Rents for Manhattan apartments surged to a record high in November, as Zohran Mamdani won the mayoral election in large part due to affordability concerns.
Ex-Miss Switzerland Finalist Chopped, Pureed; Husband Charged With Murder
The husband of a former Miss Switzerland finalist has been charged with her murder, Swiss authorities announced Wednesday.
Video: Skydiver Left Dangling Mid-Air As Parachute Caught On Aircraft Tail
Heart-stopping footage released Thursday by Australian authorities showed the moment a skydiver was left dangling thousands of metres in the air after their parachute caught on the plane’s tail.
What Trump Said About Indians While Pitching His New Gold Card
US President Donald Trump announced a new “Trump Gold Card” programme that he claimed would end the “ridiculous” system that forces skilled talent to leave after completing their studies.