Video: Woman Tries To Jump Off Mumbai’s Atal Setu, Saved By Driver, Cops
A woman attempted to jump off the Mumbai Trans Harbour Link, also known as Atal Setu, in Mumbai but was saved by a cab driver and police personnel on Friday…
On Camera, Ticketless Traveller Attacks Ticket Examiner In Mumbai Local
A passenger in a local train in Mumbai assaulted a travelling ticket inspector (TTE) on Friday on being asked to pay a fine for not having a valid ticket. He…
From Poison Tablets To Cigars: How CIA Tried To Assassinate Fidel Castro
Former Cuban President Fidel Castro died at the age of 90 from natural causes. However, not many know that the revolutionary leader survived not 10 or 20 but over 600…
Girl, 14, Raped By School Teacher In UP, Dies After Months Of Treatment
Amid a nationwide outrage over the rape and murder of a woman trainee doctor in Kolkata, a 14-year-old girl has died after allegedly being raped by her teacher in Uttar…
Kolkata Rape-Murder: 5 Demands Of Doctors On 24-Hour Nationwide Strike
Doctors have begun their 24-hour nationwide strike today in protest against the rape and murder of a 31-year-old trainee doctor in Kolkata. The Indian Medical Association (IMA) has declared a…
US Teen Robs Convenience Store, Then Kills Man Of Indian Origin
A 36-year-old Indian-origin man has been shot and killed after a teenage boy robbed a convenience store in the US state of North Carolina, authorities said. Mainank Patel, the owner…
On CCTV, Stray Dog Goes On Biting Spree In UP, Attacks 17 People In 1 Hour
A rabid dog went on a biting spree in UP’s Gorakhpur, attacking 17 people including children and women within an hour on August 14. CCTV video captured the dog viciously…
Vinesh’s First Statement After Returning To India Post Olympics Heartbreak
Wrestler Vinesh Phogat who arrived in the national capital to a rousing reception at the Delhi Airport on Saturday said that she is “grateful” for receiving such love and respect…
Opinion: Olympic Medals or Kota Factory? Time to Let Young Minds Choose
The Olympics are over, and India, with a population of 1.4 billion – with the largest number of youth in the world – has ended up with six medals. While…
How Rupert Murdoch Helped Create A Monster – The Era Of Trumpism
You can’t help but feel sorry for Rupert Murdoch. In Mary Shelley’s famous novel, Dr Frankenstein created a monster that took on a life of its own, and which he…
IMF’s Gita Gopinath Goes Bullish On India’s Economic Growth
After Prime Minister Narendra Modi, during his Independence Day address to the nation, said the country is on its way to become the third-largest economy with big reforms across sectors,…
For Debate Against Kamala Harris, Donald Trump Picks This Hindu American
Gearing up for his debate with US Vice President Kamala Harris, former President Donald Trump, and has brought in the former Democratic Congresswoman and Hindu-American leader Tulsi Gabbard to help…
Kolkata Rape-Murder: Fractures, 150 mg Semen, Other Claims Denied By Cops
The rape and murder of a young doctor at a government hospital in Kolkata has shaken the entire country. Women across India have hit the streets and doctors gone on…
“Vandals, Scandals Marring Civic Life In Bengal”: Governor On Kolkata Rape
In caustic comments directed at the West Bengal government after the rape and murder of a trainee doctor at a Kolkata hospital and the subsequent vandalism in the campus, Governor…
Bill Gates Calls India A “Global Leader In Breakthrough Innovations”
India is a global leader with breakthrough innovations, American businessman and Microsoft founder Bill Gates has said as he joined Indian-Americans to celebrate the first ever India Independence Day celebrations…
Vinesh Arrives In Delhi After Paris Olympics Heartbreak, Security Tightened
Champion wrestler Vinesh Phogat arrived at the Indira Gandhi International Airport here on Saturday following the heartbreak in Paris Olympics where she was disqualified for being overweight after reaching the…
Sunita Williams Stuck In Space: What 6 Months Can Do To Perception Of Time
Two astronauts marooned in space may sound like the plot of a Hollywood blockbuster, but for two NASA crew members, it is now a reality. Commander Barry Wilmore and pilot…
20 Coaches Of Sabarmati Express Train Derail In UP, No Casualties
At least 20 coaches of the Sabarmati Express passenger train derailed in Uttar Pradesh in the early hours of Saturday. The incident occurred near Kanpur railway station as the train…
“After Father’s Death, Mother Was Diagnosed With Stage 3 Cancer”: Vinesh
Following the dismissal of her plea for an Olympic medal by the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) and the announcement of her retirement from wrestling, former Indian wrestler Vinesh…
First Test Flight Of India’s Human Space Mission Rocket Likely In December
The first test flight of India’s human rated rocket for its human space mission ‘Gaganyaan’ is expected to take place in December 2024, said a top official of the Indian…
“Rs 2 Lakh Spent On Each Tree”: Mumbai Metro Body’s Revelation Sparks Row
Rs 2 lakh has been spent on planting and maintaining each of the 584 trees planted along the Metro 3 route at several places across 13 different locations in Mumbai…
“Probably First Time Since ’87/88…”: Omar Abdullah On J&K Poll Dates
National Conference leader Omar Abdullah on Friday raised an eyebrow at the Election Commission’s decision to spread voting for the Jammu and Kashmir Assembly election over three phases. Earlier today…
J&K To Vote In 3 Phases, First Assembly Polls Since Article 370 Was Scrapped
The Jammu and Kashmir Assembly election – to be held for the first time since 2014, with the former state under President’s Rule since 2018 – will be held in…
Watch: Turkish MPs Fight During Debate On Jailed Opposition Leader
A fistfight broke out in Turkey’s parliament on Friday when an opposition deputy was attacked after calling for his colleague, jailed on charges of organising anti-government protests but since elected…
3 Days After Big Order On Deposits With SBI And PNB, Karnataka Hits Pause
The Karnataka government has paused its order suspending all transactions with the Central government-run State Bank of India (SBI) and Punjab National Bank (PNB) just three days after it was…
New Defence, Health Secretary In Top-Level Bureaucratic Reshuffle By Centre
The government today announced a big reshuffle of senior bureaucrats in key departments. The latest appointments, which include new postings across finance, defence, and minority affairs, reflect the government’s emphasis…
Muhammad Yunus Dials PM Modi, Assures Protection Of Hindus In Bangladesh
Bangladesh has assured to protect and ensure security and safety of Hindus and all minorities living in the country, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said in a post on X today.…
“Shoot Me Up With…”: What Matthew Perry Told Assistant Hours Before Death
On the day of his death, Friends actor Matthew Perry had asked his assistant to “shoot him up with a big” dose of ketamine, a powerful anaesthetic, even though he…
Private Jets, Luxury Cars: Lavish Life Of “Ketamine Queen” Jasveen Sangha
The arrest of Jasveen Sangha, dubbed the “Ketamine Queen of Los Angeles”, in connection with the death of actor Matthew Perry has unveiled a life of luxury funded by a…
OpenAI Blocks Iranian Group’s ChatGPT Accounts For Targeting US Election
OpenAI said on Friday it had taken down accounts of an Iranian group for using its ChatGPT chatbot to generate content meant for influencing the U.S. presidential election and other…
Musk’s X Ordered To Pay Rs 5 Crore To Former Employee Over Unfair Dismissal
Elon Musk’s microblogging site X has been ordered to pay compensation to a former employee in an unfair dismissal case. According to Fortune, the social media platform, formerly known as…
Parents Gave Names Of Interns, Doctors To CBI In Kolkata Horror: Sources
The parents of the trainee doctor who was raped and murdered at Kolkata’s RG Kar Medical College and Hospital told the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) that several interns and…
Shocks, 3rd-Degree Torture: Cops, Doctor To Be Charged For Custodial Death
Over nine years after a 22-year-old accused of chain snatching died in police custody after allegedly being subjected to third-degree torture and electric shocks, a Bhopal District Court has ordered…
“Could See Myself Playing…”: Vinesh’s Post Hint On Retirement U-Turn?
For Vinesh Phogat, the last 10 days have been no less than a nightmare. Less than 24 hours after becoming the first Indian woman wrestler to enter final in Olympics,…
J&K Poll Dates Going Past Top Court Deadline? Election Body Chief Responds
There is no delay, underscored the Chief Election Commissioner when pointed out that the polls dates for Jammu and Kashmir are crossing the September 30 deadline set by the Supreme…
Opinion: Trump-Musk Chat Shows Innovation Alone Can Save Legacy Media
Once again, social media has reminded the editors and managers of traditional media that when it comes to live events or disseminating news worldwide in real time, they cannot compete.…
‘Who Cursed Me For Lack Of ACs In Paris?’ PM Modi Jokes With Olympic Stars
Lakshya Sen revealed how his phone was taken away by strict coach Prakash Padukone, hockey captain Harmanpreet Singh talked about his team’s thrilling run while everyone shared a good laugh…
Supriya Sule’s Dig At “Brothers”, Days After Ajit Pawar’s “Mistake” Claim
NCP (SP) leader Supriya Sule took a pointed dig at her cousin and Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar, accusing him of mixing business with personal relationships. Ms Sule’s comments…
Monkeypox Cases Rising: How Worried Should You Be – 10 Points
While usually mild, mpox can kill. Children, pregnant women and people with weakened immune systems, such as those with HIV, are all at higher risk of complications. The WHO declared…
Mamata Banerjee Leads Rally Demanding Death Penalty For Rape-Murder Guilty
At the rally, Ms Banerjee was seen flanked by her women MPs, who raised “we want death penalty” slogans. “I salute the protest by the public. They did the right…
“Assessment Failure”: Kolkata Police Commissioner On Vandalism At Hospital
Hours after the Calcutta High Court pulled up the West Bengal government and the police over the vandalism of the RG Kar Medical College and Hospital, where a trainee doctor…
Haryana To Vote On October 1 For State Elections, Counting On October 4
Haryana is set to vote in a single phase on October 1 to elect a new state government, the Election Commission announced today. The results for the Haryana assembly elections…
“Prove With Pics Crime Scene Intact”: Court To Bengal Over Hospital Vandalism
The Calcutta High Court has demanded photographic proof of the safe condition of a seminar room at Kolkata’s RG Kar Hospital, in which a doctor’s butchered body was found and…
Private Equity CEO Filmed Body-Slamming Teen At US Restaurant, Arrested
The CEO of a private equity firm in the US has been arrested for allegedly strangling a 15-year-old boy who splashed a woman with water at an In-N-Out restaurant. According…
AP Dhillon Expresses Anger Against Kolkata Rape-Murder In New Song
The rape and murder of a trainee doctor at a state-run Kolkata hospital has sent shockwaves across the country. From celebrities to politicians and the general public, the incident has…
From Early Laws To Arizona: How Abortion Laws Have Evolved In The US
The Arizona Supreme Court ruled on Wednesday that a foetus can be referred to as an “unborn human being” in pamphlets for voters to decide about the constitutional right to…
“Offer Unconditional Apology”: KTR Says Sorry For Remarks On Women
BRS leader KT Rama Rao (KTR), speaking exclusively with NDTV, offered an “unconditional apology” for his recent remarks on women which have triggered a political firestorm in Telangana. During a…
“Lok Sabha Elections In J&K Triumph Of Ballot Over Bullet”: Poll Body Chief
Announcing the dates for the Assembly elections in Jammu and Kashmir, Chief Election Commissioner Rajiv Kumar said on Friday that the Lok Sabha polls in the Union Territory were a…
Mamata Banerjee’s Sunday Ultimatum To CBI For Death Penalty In Rape-Murder
Amid nationwide uproar over the Kolkata hospital rape-murder, West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has announced a rally this evening to demand death penalty for the guilty. She has given…
Person In Constitutional Post Trying To Destroy Economy: Jagdeep Dhankhar
Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar today accused “a person holding constitutional position” of trying to destroy the Indian economy. His comments were seen to be directed at Congress leader Rahul Gandhi…
Opinion: Kolkata, Delhi, Mumbai – Remembering 3 Brutal Rape Cases, 50 Years Apart
It was 1973. Aruna Shanbaug was just 25. A typical Konkani, she loved fish. She liked to dress up a bit on weekends. She had recently watched Bobby and loved…
Gulmohar Starring Sharmila Tagore Wins Best Hindi Film At 70th National Film Awards
The winners of the 70th National Film Awards have been announced, celebrating the best in cinema from 2022. The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting announced the winners on Friday at…
Opinion: Trump, Musk, And The Importance Of ‘Exaggeration’ In Storytelling
“Why harp on the facts, it’s the exaggerations that makes a tale interesting!” A favourite aunt once exclaimed when I tried to fact-check a funny family story she was narrating…
Major Admin Reshuffle In Jammu And Kashmir Ahead Of Likely Poll Announcement
A major reshuffle is underway in Jammu and Kashmir Police ranks – new chiefs have been appointed to several districts and senior cops transferred – ahead of the Assembly election…
Matthew Perry “Froze” When Doctor Gave Him Large Ketamine Dose Before Death
Actor Matthew Perry, one of the leads of the superhit sitcom “Friends”, seemed to “freeze up” after a doctor administered a “large dose” of ketamine two weeks before his overdose,…
“FIR Within 6 Hours”: Centre’s Directive To Protect Healthcare Workers
The Union Health Ministry has ordered all government hospitals, centre or state, to file police complaints within six hours of violence on campus or against staff and health workers. A…
Russian Spies Were Stealing US Tech During Cold War. Then FBI Did This
It was the early 1980s, and the Soviet Union had already invaded Afghanistan. The Cold War was at its peak. The Soviet Union and the United States worked on secret…
Trump Made Rs 2 Crore From Bible Sales, Holds Rs 8 Crore In Crypto: Report
Former US President Donald Trump’s latest financial disclosure documents show he owns more than $1 million (Rs 8,39,68500) in cryptocurrency and made $300,000 (Rs 2,51,90550) from endorsing branded Bibles. As…
“Don’t Expect Anything From Me”: Kolkata Hospital’s New Principal Loses Cool
Three days and a midnight massacre at her Emergency Department later, RG Kar Hospital’s new principal Suhrita Pal lost her cool with the students today. As protesting doctors demanded that…
Jammu And Kashmir, Haryana Poll Dates Likely To Be Announced At 3 pm
The Election Commission will announce the schedule for assembly elections on Friday afternoon. An Election Commission invite to the media for a press conference around 3 pm did not mention…
ISRO Successfully Places Earth Observation Satellite Into Orbit
ISRO today successfully placed an Earth observation and SR-O DEMOSAT satellites into intended orbit. The space agency launched its third and final developmental flight, Small Satellite Launch Vehicle-D3, carrying Earth…
Nurse Raped, Killed On Way Home, Body Found 9 Days Later In UP
A nurse was raped and killed while she was returning from a private hospital in Uttarakhand to her home near the Uttar Pradesh border. She left the hospital on the…
“Matter Of Great Pride”: What PM Modi Said On Vinesh’s Paris Olympics Feat
Prime Minister Narendra Modi heaped praise on wrestler Vinesh Phogat for her scintillating show at the Paris Olympics and becoming the first Indian woman grappler to reach the final. Prime…
Opinion: UCC To Corruption, 4 Messages From Modi’s Independence Day Speech
Prime Minister Narendra Modi delivered his 11th consecutive Independence Day speech, equalling the record of Indira Gandhi. In the first speech of his third term, PM Modi adopted the theme…
Australia Rejects 7000 Palestinian Visas, Approves More For Israelis: Report
The air and ground operation has killed more than 40,000 people in Gaza, according to the Hamas-ruled territory’s health ministry. After Palestinian terrorist group Hamas carried out the deadliest attack…
Geneva Conventions Turn 75. Do Laws Of War Have A Chance In Today’s Era?
This week marked 75 years since the adoption of the Geneva Conventions on August 12 1949. In theory, these rules of war are universally agreed by every nation. In practice,…
Mpox Outbreak Could Soon Turn Into The Next Global Pandemic. Know More
The mpox outbreak in Africa is yet another example of how infectious diseases perceived to be “someone else’s problem”, and affecting mainly poor, developing countries, may suddenly pose unexpected global…
Unmatched Comfort And Style: Grab Plus Size Men’s Kurtas For Every Occasion By Vastramay, Kisah, And More At Myntra
Festivals are a time of joy, celebration, and most importantly, looking your best. For men who appreciate both comfort and style, finding the right festive attire can be a challenge,…
Rakhi Gifting Guide: Tips And Tricks To Find The Perfect Gift For Your Sibling
Attention! The Rakha Bandhan day marked in your calendar is closer than you can imagine. And it’s about time that you get going to scout for that special something for…
“Kept On Praying”: Arshad Nadeem’s Wife’s Thoughts During His Final Throw
Athlete Arshad Nadeem is the new talk of the town and celebrations in Pakistan are not going to end anytime soon. Nadeem edged past India’s Neeraj Chopra to bag the…
How Extreme Weather Is Leading To Rise In Child Marriages In Pakistan
As monsoon rains were about to break over Pakistan, 14-year-old Shamila and her 13-year-old sister Amina were married off in exchange for money, a decision their parents made to help…
11-Year-Old Girl Sexually Assaulted By Teacher At Mumbai School
An 11-year-old girl was allegedly sexually assaulted by a school teacher in Mumbai’s Kandivali. The Class 7 student informed the school authorities about it on Wednesday. She told her principal…
Telangana Women’s Commission Orders Probe Into KTR’s Remarks
The Telangana Women’s Commission has initiated a suo moto inquiry into some alleged derogatory remarks made by Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) working president K.T. Rama Rao. Women’s Commission chairperson Sharada…
Watch: Australian Breakdancer, Mocked Over Olympics Show, Breaks Silence
Rachael “Raygun” Gunn, an Australian woman breakdancer at Paris Olympics 2024, has become a subject of intense social media chatter over her performance at the Games. She was ridiculed on…
2,000 Meth Pills, “Ketamine Lollipops”: Inside Jasveen Sangha’s “Drug Emporium”
A 41-year-old woman named Jasveen Sangha is at the centre of the investigation around the shocking death of FRIENDS actor Matthew Perry. The dual British and American citizen, dubbed the…
Top Medical Body Suggests Not More Than 74 Hours Work Week For Medics
Excessive duty hours pose risks to the physical and mental health of medics and also compromise patient safety, an NMC taskforce said while recommending that resident doctors work no more…
Ajit Pawar Says Might Stay Out Of Assembly Polls, Son May Take Over
Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar is again making headlines with comments on Baramati — the bastion of his undivided family. Months after his party lost the parliamentary constituency to…
What Is The Dinosaur-Killing Asteroid’s Origin? Scientists Have An Answer
An intense debate surrounding the cosmic rock that killed the dinosaurs has stirred scientists for decades, but a new study has revealed some important — and far-out — data about…
“I Don’t Have A Lot Of Respect” For Kamala Harris: Donald Trump
Republican presidential candidate former president Donald Trump said he is “very angry” at Vice President Kamala Harris and is entitled to personal attack on his Democratic opponent. “I don’t have…
US Girl, 12, Dies After Parents Use Smoothies, Vitamins To Treat Injuries
A 12-year-old girl died in US’ Texas after she mysteriously suffered from “life-threatening” injuries which her parents tried to treat with smoothies and vitamins, officials said. Miranda Sipps died at…
Who Is Jasveen Sangha, “Ketamine Queen” Charged With Matthew Perry’s Death
Among the five people who have been charged in actor Matthew Perry‘s death due to a drug overdose last year is a woman called Jasveen Sangha, popularly known as “the…
Mob Vandalised Kolkata Doctor Rape Murder Case Crime Scene? Cops Respond
The crime scene in Kolkata’s RG Kar Medical College and Hospital, where a 31-year-old doctor was raped and murdered last week, was not compromised in last night’s mob violence, the…
Relationship With India Remains One Of Great Importance: Pentagon
US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin is set to host his Indian counterpart, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, at the Pentagon on August 23. “The relationship with India remains one of great…
“Took Advantage Of His Addiction”: 5 Charged Over Matthew Perry’s Death
US prosecutors said Thursday they have charged five people, including two doctors, over the death of “Friends” star Matthew Perry, who died at his Los Angeles home last year after…
“I Am Confident That…”: Italy PM Wishes India On 78th Independence Day
Italy Prime Minister Georgia Meloni wished India on its 78th Independence Day. The Italian Prime Minister shared a picture of her on social media platform X with Prime Minister Narendra…
This US City Has Been Declared America’s Least Desirable, Survey Finds
A new poll conducted by real estate company Clever has found Washington DC to be the least desirable city in America. For the study, the firm polled 1,000 people in…
1 Arrested In Connection To “Friends” Actor Matthew Perry’s Death: Report
At least one person has been arrested in connection with the ketamine overdose death last year of “Friends” actor Matthew Perry, US media reported Thursday. NBC, citing law enforcement officials,…
NDTV’s Sanjay Pugalia Decodes PM Modi’s 11th Independence Day Speech
From agriculture, infrastructure, jobs to women’s safety and ease of living, Prime Minister Narendra Modi laid out his action plan for his government’s third term as he addressed the nation…
Real Reason Why Prince Harry, Meghan Markle’s Chief Of Staff Quit
The reason for the abrupt departure of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s newly hired chief of staff after just three months has been revealed. The Duke and Duchess of Sussex…
Bangladesh Tribunal Begins ‘Genocide’ Probe Against Sheikh Hasina, 9 Others
Bangladesh’s International Crimes Tribunal has started an investigation against former prime minister Sheikh Hasina and nine others on charges of genocide and crimes against humanity that took place from July…
This Senior IPS Officer To Be Next J&K Top Cop Amid Spate Of Terror Attacks
Facing criticism over ongoing terror attacks in Jammu and Kashmir, the centre, in a sudden move in inter-cadre deputation, transferred Director General of National Security Guard (NSG) Nalin Prabhat to…
NDTV Impact: Probe Team Ordered Over Minister’s Role In Disappearance
The Supreme Court has ordered the formation of a Special Investigation Team (SIT) to probe the mysterious disappearance of Mansingh Patel, a case that garnered significant attention following an exclusive…
“Want To Ask Congress…”: Mamata Banerjee Snaps At Ally In Rape-Murder Case
Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee – already under fire from the BJP over the rape and murder of a doctor at a Kolkata hospital – hit back at allies Congress…
“Sending A Team…”: UN’s 1st Fact-Finding Mission To Bangladesh Since 1971
A team of UN experts will visit Bangladesh next week to investigate the killings of the protesters ahead of and in the aftermath of Sheikh Hasina’s resignation as the prime…
“Guilty Of High Treason”: Russia Jails US-Origin Ballet Dancer For 12 Years
US-Russian citizen Ksenia Karelina was sentenced to 12 years in prison for “treason” by a Russian court on Thursday, after allegedly donating a little over $50 to a pro-Ukraine charity.…
After Night Of Vandalism, Forensic Team Reaches Kolkata Hospital: 10 Points
The vandalism happened during a protest against the horrific rape and murder of a trainee doctor on the premises of the institution last week. Women in Kolkata and many other…
Rare Finds For One-Of-A-Kind Homes: Heres How You Can Express Yourself Through Your Home Decor
When it comes to curating a home that speaks volumes about your personality, it’s all about the details. Those little touches—a unique lamp here, a contemporary wall art piece there—transform…
Vandalism At Kolkata Hospital Where Doctor Was Raped, Tear Gas Fired
A mob has vandalised a government hospital in Kolkata during a midnight protest by doctors against the recent rape and murder of a colleague. The emergency ward in RG Kar…
“Secular Civil Code Need Of Times”: PM Modi In Independence Day Speech
India Independence Day 2024 : Making a strong pitch for a Uniform Civil Code in his Independence Day speech this morning, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said laws that divide the…