All departing U.S. flights grounded due to communication outage • After CBI, ED arrests Mahadev betting app scam accused • Tanker hits a river cruise boat on Mississippi River in New Orleans; rescue operations under way • Texas brothers convicted in $240m cattle scheme that defrauded 2,200 people
The Hindu
“In ED custody, Saurabh Chandrakar will be confronted with the statements of his associates, digital data and documents concerning his foreign entities and evidence of commission of offence of money laundering,” an ED official said
Times of India
Convicted of a fraudulent cattle investment scheme, Joshua and Jason Link swindled over 2,200 investors, misleading them into thinking their money was turning into cattle purchases. Their actions resulted in colossal financial damages, as they raised more than
NDTV
The Federal Aviation Administration "issued a nationwide ground stop for all US airports following a communication issue impacting all Air Route Traffic Control Centers," the agency said. "FAA technicians are investigating the issue."
Times of India
In 2018, Kapil Kumar launched the Clean Up Ram Ganga Campaign to tackle the escalating pollution crisis of the river. Over 5,000 volunteers have joined forces for more than 218 clean-up drives, focusing not just on removing trash but also fostering responsible
Times of India
A recent study has uncovered that the gravestone of Rob Roy MacGregor, found at Balquhidder Parish Church, has roots that stretch back an astonishing thousand years prior to his life. Utilizing 3D imaging techniques, researchers have discovered that the stone
States, politics and policy — dispatches from every corner of the country.
The Hindu
“In ED custody, Saurabh Chandrakar will be confronted with the statements of his associates, digital data and documents concerning his foreign entities and evidence of commission of offence of money laundering,” an ED official said
The victim parents said that the boy put a pop-pop firecracker in his mouth while playing, which exploded, injuring his gums and causing bleeding
“BJP has reached here (came to power) by keeping them out. BJP has no need to touch them,” West Bengal BJP president Samik Bhattacharya said, adding that doors of the party are closed for outsiders.
The NHRC acted on a complaint submitted by Sanjeev Newar of the Seva Nyay Utthan Foundation, which raised concerns about the limited awareness among school students regarding the courage and supreme sacrifice of the four Sahibzadas of Guru Gobind Singh
Arjun Das and Sanchana Natarajan bring an interesting dynamic as the leads of a compelling investigation in director Madhumita’s gripping yet predictable thriller
According to the notification, he has used international satellite television networks, the internet, print, and social media to deliver radical statements to millions of people worldwide, inspiring youths in India and abroad to commit terrorist acts.
Global news through an Indian lens — diplomacy, conflict and the neighbourhood.
The Hindu
The halt triggered immediate chaos and confusion for travelers, with departure boards at many airports showing flights were operating normally, even as customers were unable to board planes
The Hindu
All aboard survived after the crash prompted a massive rescue operation for passengers and crew who plunged into the Mississippi River as the ship took on water and began to topple over; ‘miracle on the Mississippi”, says New Orleans Mayor
Times of India
Convicted of a fraudulent cattle investment scheme, Joshua and Jason Link swindled over 2,200 investors, misleading them into thinking their money was turning into cattle purchases. Their actions resulted in colossal financial damages, as they raised more than
NDTV
The Federal Aviation Administration "issued a nationwide ground stop for all US airports following a communication issue impacting all Air Route Traffic Control Centers," the agency said. "FAA technicians are investigating the issue."
Times of India
A recent study has uncovered that the gravestone of Rob Roy MacGregor, found at Balquhidder Parish Church, has roots that stretch back an astonishing thousand years prior to his life. Utilizing 3D imaging techniques, researchers have discovered that the stone
Times of India
Markets, Dalal Street, companies and the money moving India's economy.
Mint
SpaceX aims for first double catch of Starship in its most ambitious test flight yet
NVIDIA-CEO-HAAS:Nvidia approached Arm CEO Haas to succeed Huang, FT reports
Asda drew more online shoppers with its loyalty program, as the struggling British grocer narrowly missed a return to growth.
Argentina are set to begin life without Lionel Messi as they take on Uruguay in an international friendly.
Anant Ambani confirmed Reliance's planned ₹1 lakh crore investment in Andhra Pradesh to set up compressed biogas (CBG) plants. Ambani also said Jio would work with the Indian School of Agriculture to train farmers in rural areas.
Nvidia has reportedly approached Arm CEO Rene Haas as it searches for a permanent successor to Jensen Huang. Haas is among several candidates under consideration, according to the Financial Times.
Startups, silicon and the digital systems rewiring Indian life.
The Hindu
Disruption to Microsoft’s cloud-based email service affects business operations and airline customer support in India; public services in several countries also report problems
The Hindu
Microsoft services are beginning to come back online after a massive global outage left millions of users without access for nearly 18 hours
Gadgets 360
Xiaomi could unveil the Xiaomi 18 Pro and the Redmi Note 17 Aura in India during the first week of January. Xiaomi 18 Pro is tipped to go on sale in the country the following week. Xiaomi is reportedly planning to bring the Xiaomi 18T to the Indian market arou
Gadgets 360
Bitcoin treasury firm Nakamoto has amended its $165 million debt agreement with Kraken, extending the deadline for a $60 million repayment by one year. The revised terms come as the company's market capitalisation has fallen to approximately $104 million, belo
Gadgets 360
Samsung's Galaxy A18 5G has surfaced in the Bluetooth SIG database, where seven model numbers point to variants intended for different markets. The certification offers little insight into the phone itself, and Samsung has not confirmed its hardware or launch
Gadgets 360
South Korean cryptocurrency exchange Upbit has suspended Osmosis (OSMO) deposits and withdrawals following a network-wide outage that stopped block production on the blockchain. The restriction does not affect OSMO trading on the exchange, allowing customers t
ISRO, research, climate and the long view of the natural world.
Times of India
A recent study has uncovered that the gravestone of Rob Roy MacGregor, found at Balquhidder Parish Church, has roots that stretch back an astonishing thousand years prior to his life. Utilizing 3D imaging techniques, researchers have discovered that the stone
Researchers have discovered that our tastes for certain foods, even those that might initially be bitter, shift as we grow. The gut sends vital signals to our brain about what we eat, influencing our cravings through dopamine, which is known for its role in re
Recent studies shed light on the intriguing attraction between mosquitoes and humans, revealing that different species of these pests have specific preferences for individual body odors and the unique skin microbiomes of their hosts. The findings from research
NASA has announced an exciting initiative called the $1 million Moon Base Student Challenge, aimed at inspiring students to innovate solutions for lunar habitation. Teams from high schools and colleges are invited to submit proposals in six key technical areas
In an inspiring conservation effort, researchers successfully relocated more than 27,000 orchids from the threatened areas of Kerala's Western Ghats due to road expansion. This project aimed to assess the adaptation of these exquisite plants in new habitats, a
Medicine, public health and wellbeing across India.
The Hindu
NPPA directs State drug controllers to strictly monitor prices
The Hindu
Ahead of World AMR Awareness Week, global health experts stress the need for stronger surveillance, prevention, sustainable financing and a One Health approach to address antimicrobial resistance
The Hindu
Hindustan Times
Celebrate Children's Day with fun haircare gifts for kids, including nourishing shampoos and serums that make grooming enjoyable and promote healthy hair.
The Hindu
TB cases remain one of the leading causes of death from a single infectious agent, with a quarter of all cases concentrated in India in 2025
The Hindu
Federal officials say there’s new funding to study the medical potential of a powerful psychedelic
Cricket, the leagues and the stories behind every scoreline.
The Hindu
Shakeel, who made 93 in Pakistan’s first innings of 434-9 declared, dug in for almost entire final day before he was bowled by Lahiru Kumara after facing 210 balls late on the fifth and final day
The sixth-seeded Indian, Suraj Chand, beat his Australian opponent Benajmin Ratcliffe 11-6, 11-4, 11-4
Deepti Sharma beat Bangladesh’s Sobhana Mostary and Australia’s Annabel Sutherland to claim the monthly honour
Shane Pinto scored twice, including the overtime winner on his 26th birthday, as the Ottawa Senators rallied for a 4-3 victory over the Colorado Avalanche. Linus Ullmark also returned with 25 saves.
“You’re always concerned when you get bundled out for 90-odd. Why won’t I be concerned? These are conditions which are going to be closest to what we might get during the World Cup,” Gambhir said
“A tough one, I guess, to take that. There was a huge difference between the wickets between innings,” Shreyas Iyer, who is captaining India in ODIs for the first time, said during the post-match presentation
Bollywood, regional cinema, music, books and the culture conversation.
Times of India
Avril Lavigne has announced the arrival of her first child, a baby girl, sharing adorable black-and-white photographs on social media. The pop-punk singer revealed the news with the caption, “Our Mini F–king Princess has arrived.” However, she has not disclose
Hindustan Times
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Hindustan Times
Cheer Up Dusty bassist Patrick Desiato has died at 36, leaving behind music that will feature in future releases.
Hindustan Times
UK police launch sex offense investigation into children’s author and TV personality David Walliams
Times of India
In a significant shift in his real estate strategy, Brad Pitt has acquired a stunning mansion in Hollywood Hills for USD 12 million, following a burglary at his previous Los Feliz home. This new property is designed with enhanced privacy and security features,
Times of India
‘Yellowstone’ star Dawn Olivieri has opened up about why she stopped waiting for Hollywood acting offers, left Los Angeles and bought a 160-acre ranch in Arkansas. She later founded an animal sanctuary to rescue and rehabilitate horses and other animals. The a
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