17 Nov 2024

Kusal Mendis slams his 32nd half-century in ODIs: Key stats

Sri Lankan batter Kusal Mendis shone for his side in the 2nd ODI against New Zealand held at the Pallekele International Cricket Stadium, Pallekele.

Sri Lanka beat New Zealand in 2nd ODI: Key stats

Sri Lanka beat New Zealand in the 2nd ODI held at Pallekele International Cricket Stadium, Pallekele.

GRAP-4 enforced in Delhi-NCR from Monday; what's allowed, what's not 

The national capital's air quality index (AQI) touched a concerning 457 on Sunday, entering the "severe plus" category for the first time this season.

NBA: Decoding the stats of Nikola Jokic's 2023-24 MVP season

Denver Nuggets' Nikola Jokić cemented his legacy in the 2023-24 season, delivering one of the most remarkable campaigns in NBA history.

Border-Gavaskar Trophy: Decoding Team India's predicted XI for Perth Test

The Indian cricket team has suffered dual blows ahead of its preparation for the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy, Down Under.

Telangana assistant professor shaves student's head because of 'odd' hairstyle

A faculty member of the Government Medical College in Khammam, Telangana, is under investigation after he allegedly took a student to a barber shop and got his head shaved.

Aaqib Javed to be appointed Pakistan cricket team's head coach

Aaqib Javed is set to replace Jason Gillespie as the head coach of Pakistan's cricket team, across all formats.

Tabraiz Shamsi and Jasprit Bumrah share these identical T20I numbers

South African spinner Tabraiz Shamsi took to social media platform X on Sunday to share a unique story.

MLB: Recap of the LA Dodgers' 2024 World Series glory

The LA Dodgers captured the 2024 World Series crown spectacularly, showcasing dominance and resilience.

Shreyas Iyer to lead Mumbai in Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy

The Mumbai Cricket Association has announced its team for the upcoming Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, which will start on November 23.

Atishi to handle Kailash Gahlot's departments, proposal sent to LG

All the departments handled by former Aam Aadmi Party (BJP) leader Kailash Gahlot will go to Atishi, the Delhi Chief Minister's Office announced on Sunday.

Allu Arjun roars in fiery 'Pushpa 2' trailer 

The much-awaited trailer of Allu Arjun's Pushpa 2: The Rule is finally out!

Rahul Gandhi 'remembers' Balasaheb Thackeray after PM Modi dares him 

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi remembered Shiv Sena founder Bal Thackeray on his 12th death anniversary on Sunday.

Gurugram Police arrests 11 in ₹33cr cyber scam across India

The Gurugram Police's cybercrime unit has arrested 11 people in a major cyber fraud case.

Microsoft acknowledges Windows 11 update bug causing false 'end-of-support' alerts

Microsoft has acknowledged a glitch in its latest mandatory security update for Windows 11 23H2, KB5046633.

Fearing displacement, livelihood loss, villagers protest expansion of Madurai airport

Over 1,000 police personnel have been deployed in Tamil Nadu's Chinna Udaippa village after locals protested against the land acquisition for Madurai airport's expansion.

California researchers announce new species of bioluminescent sea slug

Researchers from the Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute (MBARI) in California have announced a new species of sea slug.

Four IPOs set to launch next week despite market volatility

The primary market is gearing up for four initial public offerings (IPOs) next week, evenly divided between the mainboard and SME segments.

How to permanently delete your Dropbox account

Dropbox, one of the most popular cloud storage platforms, provides users with the option to store, sync, and share files across devices.

Gujarat: Man, presumed dead, walks into his own remembrance meeting

In a shocking incident, a 43-year-old man from Naroda, Gujarat—who was presumed dead—walked into a prayer meet held for him on Thursday.

Rishab Shetty's 'Kantara: Chapter 1' to release in October 2025

The much-awaited Kannada film, Kantara: Chapter 1, has officially announced its release date.

Border-Gavaskar Trophy: Nitish Kumar Reddy could feature in Perth Test

All-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy is on the cusp of making his Test debut for India in the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy.

Murshidabad: Curfew imposed, internet suspended following clashes over 'objectionable' signboard

Tensions flared in West Bengal's Murshidabad district after an allegedly objectionable message was put up on a neon signboard at a Kartik Puja pandal in Beldanga on Friday night.

Excessive night light exposure, lack of daylight may shorten lifespan

A recent study by an international team of researchers indicates that too much light exposure at night and too little daylight during the day, may actually increase your risk of dying prematurely.

Border-Gavaskar Trophy: Rohit Sharma to miss opening Test against Australia

Indian cricket team captain, Rohit Sharma, will miss the first Border-Gavaskar Trophy Test against Australia. The match will start on Friday in Perth.

Received scam call or message? Here's what you should do

With the rise of digital communication, we have also witnessed a surge in scam calls and messages.

WBBL: Jemimah Rodrigues shines in Brisbane Heat's win

The Women's Big Bash League (WBBL) 2024 match between the Melbourne Stars and Brisbane Heat concluded with a comprehensive six-wicket win for the latter on Sunday.

'The Sabarmati Report': Producer reveals why original director was replaced

Amul Mohan, one of the producers of Vikrant Massey's The Sabarmati Report, has dismissed rumors that political disagreements led to original director Ranjan Chandel's exit and subsequent reshoots.

Meet Daisy, the AI granny developed to outsmart scammers

UK-based telecom giant Virgin Media O2 has launched an interesting new artificial intelligence (AI) tool called "Daisy."

'Jekyll and Hyde' bosses can harm employee morale, productivity: Study

A recent study by researchers at Stevens Institute of Technology has found that bosses who switch between abusive and charming behavior, can severely hurt employee morale and job performance.

Glenn McGrath wants Australia to go hard at Virat Kohli

Former Australian cricketer Glenn McGrath has proposed a strategy for the upcoming five-match Border-Gavaskar Trophy, starting in Perth on November 22.

Dubai-based siblings to offer jiohotstar.com domain to Reliance for free

Dubai-based siblings, Jainam and Jivika, have announced their decision to transfer the ownership of the domain name jiohotstar.com to Reliance Industries Limited (RIL) free of cost.

ETH Zurich researchers develop 1st ever fully functional mechanical qubit

A team of scientists at the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology (ETH) in Zurich, has successfully created the world's first fully functional mechanical qubit.

Kohli will be critical to India's chances in BGT: Clarke

Former Australian cricket captain, Michael Clarke, has given his opinion on the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy series.

Insect found in sambar on Vande Bharat Express; Railway apologizes

A passenger traveling on the Vande Bharat Express from Tirunelveli to Chennai Egmore allegedly found an insect in their breakfast sambar on Saturday.

'Truth is coming out...': PM Modi lauds 'The Sabarmati Report'

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has lauded the recent Hindi film The Sabarmati Report.

Border-Gavaskar Trophy: Devdutt Padikkal to stay in Australia as cover

Devdutt Padikkal, a part of the India A side in Australia, won't be returning home with his teammates.

Biker dies after Congress leader's son crushes him with SUV 

A 39-year-old man died after Prajwal Shetty, the son of senior Karnataka Congress leader Devi Prasad Shetty, allegedly ran over him with his SUV in Udupi district.

Tata Electronics acquires Pegatron's iPhone plant in Tamil Nadu

Tata Electronics has acquired a majority stake in Pegatron's only iPhone manufacturing facility in Tamil Nadu. The move makes Tata a major supplier for Apple.

Gmail to let you create temporary addresses for added privacy

Google is said to be working on a new feature for its Gmail service, called "Shield Email."

Your 2024 YouTube Music Recap could drop any moment now

YouTube Music, one of the most popular music streaming platforms, is expected to drop its annual recap a little earlier than usual this year.

NBA: Top five players with most games played (regular season)

The Los Angeles Lakers extended their winning streak to five, defeating the New Orleans Pelicans 104-99.

Presenting the top five largest deals in MLB history

The MLB off-season is in full swing, and several star players have already secured massive contracts.

Border-Gavaskar Trophy: Matt Renshaw expresses disappointment over Nathan McSweeney's selection

Australian cricketer Matt Renshaw has voiced his disappointment after Nathan McSweeney was picked as opener for the Perth Test against India.

#ThisDayThatYear: Giancarlo Stanton sets record with $325M MLB contract (2014)

On November 17, 2014, Miami Marlins star Giancarlo Stanton made history by agreeing to a $325 million, 13-year contract.

#ThisDayThatYear: Bill Cartwright hits perfect 19 free throws, ties record

Bill Cartwright, a New York Knicks center, etched his name in NBA history on November 17, 1981, by hitting all 19 of his free throws against the Kansas City Kings in a 124-110 loss.

'Why running away': Milind Deora dares Aaditya Thackeray for debate

With the Maharashtra Assembly elections just around the corner, Shiv Sena candidate Milind Deora has publicly challenged his opponent, Shiv Sena (UBT) candidate Aaditya Thackeray, to a debate.

'He was...pressured by BJP': AAP after Kailash Gahlot's exit

Delhi Minister Kailash Gahlot resigned from the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) on Sunday, citing internal challenges and unfulfilled promises.

When SRK briefly quit 'Karan Arjun,' was replaced by Aamir

As the iconic Bollywood film Karan Arjun nears its 30th anniversary, director Rakesh Roshan is gearing up for a worldwide re-release.

Mitchell Starc names his closest friend in Indian cricket team

Australian fast bowler Mitchell Starc has named Shreyas Iyer as his closest friend in the Indian cricket team.

Ex-BJP MLA Anil Jha joins AAP after Kailash Gahlot's exit

Former Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MLA Anil Jha joined the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) on Sunday.

Suzuki to launch first electric scooter in India next year

Suzuki will enter the electric scooter segment in 2025 with an electrified version of its best-selling model, the Access.

Team India gets big boost ahead of Perth Test: Details

Team India's star batter KL Rahul has resumed training after injuring his elbow.

Nigeria to honor Modi with award only Queen Elizabeth received

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be conferred Nigeria's highest civilian award, the Grand Commander of the Order of the Niger (GCON).

3 women from Mysuru drown at Mangaluru resort swimming pool

In a tragic incident, three women from Mysuru, Karnataka, drowned in a swimming pool at Vazco Beach Resort near Mangaluru on Sunday morning.

How to enhance productivity with ChatGPT AI chatbot

ChatGPT, an advanced AI chatbot by OpenAI's GPT-4 system, comes with a plethora of functions to enhance productivity.

CERN scientists detect heaviest known particle in heavy-ion collision

Scientists at the European Organization for Nuclear Research (CERN) have successfully detected top quarks, the heaviest known fundamental particles in the universe.

'Lucky Baskhar' is steady; likely to cross ₹65cr mark soon

The Telugu film, Lucky Baskhar, has raked in ₹63.35cr at the domestic box office in its first 17 days of release, per Sacnilk.

WBBL: Lucy Hamilton becomes youngest player to take 5-wicket haul

Young cricket sensation Lucy Hamilton from Brisbane Heat has scripted history by becoming the youngest-ever player to bag a five-wicket haul in the Women's Big Bash League (WBBL).

How to apply for Ayushman Vay Vandana card in India

The Ayushman Vay Vandana Card, launched under the Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB PM-JAY) scheme, has seen more than 10 lakh enrollments in three weeks since its launch.

How Josh Hazlewood has fared in home Tests? 

Veteran Australian fast bowler Josh Hazlewood would be raring to make a significant mark in the upcoming five-Test series against India, starting on November 22 at Perth's Optus Stadium.

Biden, Xi agree, 'humans not AI' should control nuclear weapons

United States President Joe Biden and Chinese President Xi Jinping have agreed on the necessity of human oversight in nuclear weapon decisions.

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Jhansi hospital fire: Probe committee rules out foul play

A two-member committee has ruled out any criminal conspiracy or foul play in the fire at Rani Laxmibai Medical College in Jhansi, Uttar Pradesh.

Leaked invite reveals Naga Chaitanya-Sobhita Dhulipala's wedding date

Actors Sobhita Dhulipala and Naga Chaitanya are all set to get married on December 4 at Hyderabad's Annapurna Studios.

Mitchell Starc owns seven fifers in home Tests: Decoding stats 

Mitchell Starc, the spearhead of Australia's pace attack, will be instrumental to his side's success in the upcoming five-Test series against India, starting on November 22 at Perth's Optus Stadium.

YouTube for Android gets visual changes: Check what's new

As part of its continuous improvements, YouTube has introduced a bunch of new features and design updates.

'You have failed..': Kharge slams Modi over continuing Manipur violence 

Congress leader Mallikarjun Kharge has slammed Prime Minister Narendra Modi over the rampant violence in Manipur.

TB bacteria's growth behavior unraveled, paving way for better treatments

In a groundbreaking study, researchers at Tufts University School of Medicine have found that the tuberculosis (TB) bacterium, the leading cause of infectious disease deaths globally, grows at a constant rate throughout its life cycle.

Top 8 Indian firms lose ₹1.7L crore in market cap

Eight of India's top 10 most valued companies witnessed a massive loss in market capitalization last week. The total loss stood at nearly ₹1,65,180.04 crore.

'Singham Again' maintains momentum; nears ₹230cr mark after 16 days

Rohit Shetty's latest cop drama, Singham Again, continues to hold a steady pace at the box office.

Jasprit Bumrah owns six Test fifers in SENA nations: Stats 

India's leading fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah will be instrumental to his side's successs in the upcoming five-Test series against Australia, starting on November 22 at Perth's Optus Stadium.

AAP leader Kailash Gahlot resigns from party

Delhi Minister and Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Kailash Gahlot has resigned from the party.

X user pleads for middle-class relief, Nirmala Sitharaman responds 

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has responded to a social media user's plea for relief measures for the middle class.

'Propaganda': Jyotika defends Suriya's 'Kanguva' amid negative reviews

Suriya's wife-actor Jyotika has strongly defended his latest film Kanguva after it was subjected to a wave of online trolling.

Why Trump's defense secretary pick is facing scrutiny over tattoos

Pete Hegseth, President-elect Donald Trump's nominee for the Department of Defense head, is under fire for a tattoo on his bicep that reads "Deus Vult."

Extreme heatwaves reduce Earth's ability to absorb carbon: Study

A recent European Space Agency (ESA)-backed study has found that the extreme heatwaves of 2023 severely limited Earth's capacity to absorb atmospheric carbon.

Revisiting the best spells by Indian bowlers in Australia (Tests)

Indian bowlers has a glorious history of producing memorable spells on Australian soil.

Boeing starts workforce reduction, over 400 employees receive layoff notices

In a major job cut plan, Boeing has laid off over 400 employees, sending them layoff notices. The employees are members of the Society of Professional Engineering Employees in Aerospace (SPEEA).

Astronomers discover rare Einstein zig-zag lens formed by 2 galaxies

According to their study published on arXiv, a team of international astronomers has made a groundbreaking discovery of an Einstein zig-zag lens in the universe.

'Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3' surpasses ₹225cr mark after 16 days

The horror-comedy film Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3, headlined by Kartik Aaryan, has reportedly grossed an estimated ₹225.15cr after 16 days in cinemas.

Multiple looks, physical transformation: Inside Rajkummar Rao's preparation for 'Maalik'

Acclaimed actor Rajkummar Rao has wrapped up the shooting of his upcoming film, Maalik. The movie, directed by Pulkit, will be Rao's first full-fledged action feature.

Bengaluru businessman found dead in burning car, suicide suspected

A 42-year-old businessman was discovered dead inside a burning car in Bengaluru's Muddinpalya on Saturday evening.

'Lewd gestures..hooting': Mob attacks BJP's Navneet Rana's rally

A rally led by Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader and former Member of Parliament (MP) Navneet Rana was disrupted by a mob in Khallar village, Amravati district, Maharashtra on Saturday night.

Border-Gavaskar Trophy: Highest-individual scores by Australian batters at home

The Border-Gavaskar Trophy, the esteemed Test series between India and Australia, has witnessed some of the most incredible individual batting performances.

Green Mediterranean diet could potentially slow brain aging, study says

A recent study by an international team of scientists has revealed a potential strategy to decelerate brain aging.

These robotic shorts make walking a breeze for senior citizens

Researchers at the Technical University of Munich (TUM) have developed a pair of robotic shorts, called WalkON, to make walking and jogging easier for senior citizens.

Saqib Saleem reveals why he skipped 'Citadel: Honey Bunny' promotions

Saqib Saleem, who was recently seen in Citadel: Honey Bunny, has opened up about his character, Agent KD.

US reports first case of rare mpox strain

The United States has reported its first case of the emerging mpox strain (formerly known as monkeypox).

'Amaran' continues strong run; races toward ₹200cr mark

The Sivakarthikeyan-starrer biographical drama, Amaran, continues to hold its momentum at the box office in its third weekend.

Border-Gavaskar Trophy: Highest-individual scores by Indian batters in Australia

The Border-Gavaskar Trophy, one of the most prestigious Test series, has witnessed some of the finest individual batting performances.

India has successfully tested its first long-range hypersonic missile

In a major boost to its military capabilities, India has successfully conducted a flight trial of its first long-range hypersonic missile.

Brazil's First Lady swears at Elon Musk at G20 event

Brazil's First Lady, Rosangela 'Janja' Lula da Silva swore at billionaire Elon Musk during a G20 social event in Rio de Janeiro.

Denmark's Victoria Kjaer Theilvig crowned Miss Universe 2024

Denmark's Victoria Kjaer Theilvig has been crowned the winner of the 73rd Miss Universe pageant at Arena CDMX in Mexico City.

Hope, Lewis script this partnership record versus England (T20Is) 

West Indies registered a historic victory in the fourth T20I against England, courtesy the exceptional performance of openers Shai Hope and Evin Lewis.

Why Maruti, Hyundai's market share has dipped to 12-year low

Maruti Suzuki and Hyundai, two of India's biggest car manufacturers, have seen their combined market share plummet in the first half of this fiscal year.

Jake Paul-Mike Tyson boxing match drew 60M households on Netflix

The highly-anticipated boxing match between Jake Paul and Mike Tyson, streamed live on Netflix, drew a global audience of 60 million households.

Salt, Bethell star against West Indies in 4th T20I 

Philip Salt and Jacob Bethell stole the show as England posted a mammoth 218/5 in the fourth T20I against West Indies.

Delhi: AQI crosses 'severe' in 14 areas; 107 flights delayed

Delhi's air quality remained in the "severe" category on Sunday morning, with over 14 areas recording an Air Quality Index (AQI) above 400.

Lewis, Hope power West Indies to victory in 4th T20I

West Indies pulled off a thrilling win in the fourth T20I against England, courtesy brilliant knocks from Evin Lewis (68) and Shai Hope (54).

TikTok's parent ByteDance is now valued at $300 billion

ByteDance, the parent company of popular social media app TikTok, has now reached a valuation of about $300 billion.

Tom Holland's 'Spider-Man 4' gets working title: 'Blue Oasis'

The much-awaited fourth installment of Tom Holland's Spider-Man series has reportedly been given a working title: Blue Oasis.

Video: Flares fired at Israeli PM Netanyahu's home 

Flares were fired at the private residence of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in Caesarea on Saturday evening.

'They will bear...brunt': Meitei group issues 24-hour ultimatum to government

Manipur is reeling under massive unrest after six bodies were found in Jiribam district on Saturday.

'Kanguva' is steady; crosses ₹40cr mark in three days

The Tamil epic-fantasy film Kanguva, featuring Suriya and Bobby Deol, has reportedly grossed ₹42.75 crore by its third day of release, per Sacnilk.

'The Sabarmati Report' grows; mints over ₹3cr in two days

The Hindi thriller The Sabarmati Report, directed by Dheeraj Sarna and starring Vikrant Massey, has witnessed a marginal growth in its box office collection on day two.

'Squid Game' S02: What to expect from 'wild, intriguing' games

Hwang Dong-hyuk, the creator of Netflix's global sensation Squid Game, has teased bigger, crazier games in the upcoming second season.

'Stree 2' to 'Kalki': Top Hindi grossers of 2024

2024 has been a rollercoaster ride for Bollywood, with a mixed bag of films captivating audiences.

16 Nov 2024

Decoding bowlers with five-wicket hauls against Pakistan in T20Is

On Saturday, November 16, Australian pacer Spencer Johnson floored Pakistan with a five-wicket haul in the 2nd T20I in Sydney.

China: 21-year-old stabs 8 people to death after failing exam 

A 21-year-old student went on a stabbing spree in China's Wuxi city on Saturday evening, killing eight people and injuring 17 others.

NBA: Highlights of 2023-24 Boston Celtics' championship-winning season

The 2023-24 Boston Celtics won the franchise's 18th NBA Championship, defeating the Dallas Mavericks 4-1 in the finals.

Govinda's health deteriorates during Jalgaon campaign; actor returns to Mumbai

Veteran Bollywood actor and politician, Govinda (60), has reportedly left the campaign trail in Jalgaon, Maharashtra, over health concerns.

Woman's body found in suitcase on Delhi-Lucknow highway

A woman's body was found inside a red suitcase on the Delhi-Lucknow Highway in Uttar Pradesh's Hapur district on Saturday morning.

Alyssa Healy ruled out of WBBL 2024: Here's why

Australian women's cricket team captain, Alyssa Healy, has been forced to withdraw from the ongoing Women's Big Bash League (WBBL) 2024.

Who is the IPL 2025 auctioneer in Jeddah? Details here

Mallika Sagar has been named the auctioneer for the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 mega auction.

'Shameful': Opposition denounces VIP reception for minister at Jhansi hospital 

Opposition parties in Uttar Pradesh have denounced the state government over alleged preparations for Deputy Chief Minister Brajesh Pathak's visit to Maharani Laxmi Bai Medical College in Jhansi, where a fire claimed 10 newborns' lives.

Study shows people can't distinguish between human and AI-generated poetry

A recent study by philosophers of science, Brian Porter and Edouard Machery, has found that artificial intelligence (AI)-generated poetry is now almost indistinguishable from those written by humans.

Hyundai delivers final vacuum vessel for world's largest fusion project

The International Thermonuclear Experimental Reactor (ITER), which is being built in France, has received its final vacuum vessel sector.

Revisiting 2024 All-MLB first-team member Paul Skenes' rookie season

Paul Skenes made waves in his rookie MLB season, dazzling batters and earning a spot as a starter in the 2024 MLB All-Star Game.

Spencer Johnson becomes 2nd Australian pacer with five-wicket haul (T20Is)

Spencer Johnson rattled visitors Pakistan with a splendid 5/26 in the 2nd T20I held at the SCG on Saturday.

Finland's 100MW sand battery can generate power using fireplace waste

Finnish firm Polar Night Energy is making waves in the energy storage domain with its industrial-scale Sand Battery.

Bullet hits Southwest Airlines plane at Dallas airport, no injuries

A Southwest Airlines flight, which was preparing for takeoff from Dallas Love Field Airport, US was hit by a bullet on Friday evening (local time).

US repatriates 1,400 looted artifacts worth $10 million to India

The Manhattan District Attorney's office announced on Wednesday that the United States has returned over 1,400 stolen artifacts worth nearly $10 million present in the country to India.

SpaceX's Starship Flight 6 test launch scheduled for November 19

SpaceX is gearing up for its sixth Starship test flight, called Starship Flight 6, no sooner than Tuesday, November 19.

Samsung XR glasses specs revealed in a new leak

Samsung is reportedly working on its new XR glasses in collaboration with Google. The smart eyewear is expected to enter the market in the second half of 2025.

Google now adds 'Sending as' profile notice to messages

Google has added a new feature to its messaging app, Google Messages, as reported by 9to5Google.

EC issues notices to Congress, BJP over poll code violations

The Election Commission of India (ECI) has sent notices to the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the Indian National Congress (INC) seeking explanations for alleged violations of the model code of conduct.

T-Mobile network breached in a massive Chinese cyberattack on telcos

T-Mobile has emerged as one of the victims in a recent large-scale cyber-espionage operation, reportedly tied to China, according to The Wall Street Journal.

FPIs withdraw ₹22,420 crore from Indian markets this month

Continuing their bearish trend on Indian markets this month, Foreign Portfolio Investors (FPIs) have pulled out a whopping ₹22,420 crore in the first half of November.

Australia beat Pakistan in 2nd T20I, seal series: Key stats

Australia overcame Pakistan in the 2nd T20I held at Sydney Cricket Ground.

Border-Gavaskar Trophy: Decoding India's top scorers in Australia (Tests)

Australia and India gear up for a five-match Test series, Down Under, starting November 22 in Perth.

Meet FACTS: ESPN's generative AI avatar for sports analytics

ESPN, one of the biggest sports broadcasting networks, has announced an AI avatar called FACTS.

'Mahavatar Narsimha': Hombale Films announces epic on Lord Vishnu

Production house Hombale Films, known for bankrolling Kannada films, has unveiled the first look of its upcoming project, Mahavatar Narsimha.

Zomato launches new app to take on BookMyShow in India

Zomato has expanded its consumer offerings with the launch of a new app called District.

Haryana shuts schools up to Class-5 due to rising pollution 

The Haryana government has announced the temporary closure of all schools up to Class 5 amid rising air pollution levels.

Nathan Lyon vs Rishabh Pant in Tests: Decoding the stats

The upcoming five-Test series between Australia and India, which will begin on November 22 at Perth's Optus Stadium, is creating a lot of buzz.

'Nobody Wants This' S02 targets September 2025 release 

The surprise Netflix hit Nobody Wants This will begin filming for its second season in February 2025.

Scientists discover new method to entangle light and sound particles

Scientists from the Max-Planck-Institute (MPL) for the Science of Light have proposed a new way to entangle optical photons - particles responsible for light - with phonons, quasiparticles representing sound waves.

ISRO to launch its communication satellite aboard SpaceX's Falcon-9 rocket

The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is gearing up to launch its latest communication satellite, GSAT-N2, from the US.

Chandrababu Naidu's brother Nara Ramamurthy Naidu dies at 72

Nara Ramamurthy Naidu, the younger brother of Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu and a former Telugu Desam Party (TDP) MLA, passed away on Saturday after suffering a heart attack.

Mohammed Shami shines as Bengal win in Ranji Trophy

Star Indian cricket team pacer, Mohammed Shami, shone for Bengal upon his return from a long-term injury, helping the side win a crucial Ranji Trophy encounter versus Madhya Pradesh.

Sukhbir Singh Badal resigns as Shiromani Akali Dal president

Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) President Sukhbir Singh Badal has resigned from his post.

This major Trump Media shareholder has offloaded nearly entire stake

ARC Global Investments, a major shareholder in Trump Media & Technology Group, has divested nearly its entire stake in the media firm.

'Even toilet..reserved for PM?': Kharge alleges favoritism toward BJP leaders 

Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge accused Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah of delaying opposition leaders' helicopters in Jharkhand on Saturday.

Haris Rauf rattles Australia with 4/23 in 2nd T20I: Stats

Haris Rauf claimed a superb four-wicket haul versus Australia in the 2nd T20I held at Sydney Cricket Ground, Sydney on Saturday.

US to deploy Gremlin, world's 1st alien-hunting system, next year

The Pentagon is gearing up to deploy a revolutionary UFO surveillance system, dubbed Gremlin, in early 2025.

Rohit Sharma and Ritika Sajdeh welcome second child

Indian cricket team captain, Rohit Sharma, and his wife Ritika Sajdeh have welcomed their second child.

Who is Karoline Leavitt, White House's youngest-ever press secretary

United States President-elect Donald Trump has named Karoline Leavitt, a 27-year-old campaign spokesperson, as the next White House press secretary.

US received Iran's 'written assurance' it won't assassinate Trump: Reports

The United States received a written assurance from Iran that the latter is not actively plotting to assassinate President-elect Donald Trump, according to multiple reports.

Where to watch 'The Sabarmati Report' post-theatrical run

The Sabarmati Report, a Hindi drama thriller starring Vikrant Massey and Raashii Khanna, hit theaters on Friday.

Ayush Badoni scores double-century for Delhi in Ranji Trophy: Stats

Ayush Badoni, the next big thing of Delhi cricket, has been making waves in the ongoing Ranji Trophy 2024/25.

2025 Kawasaki Z H2, SE launched at ₹24 lakh

Kawasaki has launched the 2025 versions of its Z H2 and Z H2 SE bikes in India.

Ridley Scott's 'Gladiator II' opens low at ₹1.5cr

Ridley Scott's Gladiator II, starring Paul Mescal and Pedro Pascal, has taken a lukewarm opening at the Indian box office.

BGT 2024-25: Ruturaj Gaikwad produces power-packed performance in match simulation

India A captain Ruturaj Gaikwad recently displayed his batting skills during a match simulation practice at the WACA, Perth.

NBA: Sacramento Kings players with most points in a game

De'Aaron Fox made history with a 60-point performance against the Minnesota Timberwolves, setting a Sacramento Kings franchise record.

Facebook replacing 'likes' with 'views' as primary content performance metric

Facebook is moving to "views" as its primary metric for assessing content performance, just like Instagram's metrics.

Shubman Gill's finger injury puts his BGT participation in doubt

Star Indian Shubman Gill has suffered a serious finger injury.

'Anupamaa': Crew member dies of electrocution on set

A focus puller (camera assistant), whose identity is yet to be revealed, died of electrocution while working with technical equipment on the set of the popular television show Anupamaa.

Gujarati family freezes to death while crossing US-Canada border 

An Indian family of four tragically froze to death while illegally crossing the United States-Canada border.

'Make in India' initiative reduces electronic imports in FY24: Report

Thanks to the 'Make in India' initiative and growing localization, electronic imports have dropped significantly in the fiscal year 2023-2024.

Want a loan? Check out interest rates from leading banks

Several Indian banks, including State Bank of India (SBI), Bank of Baroda, HDFC Bank, and IDBI Bank have announced an increase in their marginal cost-based lending rates (MCLR) for certain tenures this month.

5 Naxalites killed in encounter in Chhattisgarh's Bastar region

An anti-Naxalite operation in the Bastar region of Chhattisgarh led to a gunfight on Saturday morning, killing five Naxalites and injuring two security personnel.

Cummins has dismissed Rohit Sharma four times in Tests: Stats 

The upcoming five-Test series between India and Australia, which will begin on November 22 at Perth's Optus Stadium, is creating a lot of buzz.

US heading toward 'millions' of government job cuts: Vivek Ramaswamy

Entrepreneur-turned-politician Vivek Ramaswamy has hinted at a drastic cut to federal government jobs in the United States.

Cristiano Ronaldo races to 135 international goals: Decoding his stats

Portuguese football icon Cristiano Ronaldo displayed his brilliance with a sensational bicycle kick that booked Portugal's spot in the UEFA Nations League quarter-finals.

'Human...please die': AI chatbot tells user seeking help for homework 

A Michigan-based college student, Vidhay Reddy, was left shaken after a disturbing interaction with Google's artificial intelligence (AI) chatbot, Gemini.

Howrah Bridge shut for first health audit in 36 years 

The iconic Howrah Bridge in Kolkata will be shut temporarily for a thorough health audit, the first of its kind in over three decades.

Ravichandran Ashwin vs Steve Smith: Decoding their Test rivalry

The upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy, starting November 22, will see an exciting face-off between Australian batter Steve Smith and Indian off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin.

Presenting the top five worst NFL trade deadline deals

The NFL trade deadline has passed, bringing a mix of deals, some aimed at bolstering playoff hopes and others that could backfire.

#ThisDayThatYear: Rockets score second-highest first-half points in NBA history (2017)

On November 16, 2017, the Houston Rockets scored a historic 90 points in the first half against the Phoenix Suns, marking the second-most points ever in an NBA first half.

'All-time low...': Nayanthara slams Dhanush over ₹10cr Netflix documentary notice

In a recent turn of events, actor Nayanthara has publicly responded to a legal notice sent by her colleague Dhanush.

#ThisDayThatYear: Steelers make history with 11-10 win over Chargers (2008)

In a historic game on November 16, 2008, the Pittsburgh Steelers defeated the San Diego Chargers 11-10.

Railways crackdown on reel creators; FIR against dangerous stunt performers 

The Railway Board has directed all its zones to file First Information Reports (FIRs) against reel creators whose actions jeopardize rail safety or inconvenience passengers.

Google Docs now lets you create AI-generated images

Google Workspace is getting a new feature that will let you generate AI-powered images right inside Google Docs.

Suryakumar Yadav addresses selection dilemma post Sanju Samson's stellar performance

Indian cricket team captain, Suryakumar Yadav, has recognized the selection dilemma created by Sanju Samson's phenomenal form in the T20I series against South Africa.

Tilak Varma reveals motivation behind back-to-back T20I tons against SA

India's rising cricket star Tilak Varma has revealed what inspired his sensational performance in the recently concluded T20I series against South Africa.

Europe's 'Hera' asteroid probe on track for Mars rendezvous

The European Space Agency (ESA)'s Hera asteroid probe, has successfully completed a critical milestone in its mission to study the site of the first-ever asteroid deflection test.

'Amaran' maintains pace; likely to cross ₹180cr mark soon

The Tamil biographical drama, Amaran, starring Sai Pallavi and Sivakarthikeyan, remains unshaken at the box office as it enters its third weekend.

'Saved other babies...couldn't help own': Jhansi hospital fire victims' parents

A massive fire at Maharani Laxmi Bai Medical College in Uttar Pradesh's Jhansi killed 10 newborns on Friday night.

Meta introduces custom feeds feature to Threads: How it works

Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, is adding a new capability to its Threads app.

It's happening! Huma Qureshi confirms 'Maharani' S04

Actor Huma Qureshi, in a recent interview with Hindustan Times, confirmed the fourth season of her hit show Maharani.

General Motors recalls almost 462,000 vehicles over faulty transmission

General Motors (GM) has recalled 461,839 diesel trucks and SUVs over a transmission problem that could lock up the rear wheels.

Video: Man tries to shoot TMC leader, he chases shooter

A murder attempt on Sushanta Ghosh, a Trinamool Congress councilor from Kolkata's Kasba area, was foiled after the gun malfunctioned.

Jason Holder to miss Bangladesh Tests due to shoulder rehab

West Indies all-rounder Jason Holder will miss the next two home Tests against Bangladesh as he continues his shoulder rehabilitation.

Decoding batters with multiple hundreds in a bilateral T20I series

Team India scored a record-breaking 283/1 against South Africa in the fourth T20I at The Wanderers Stadium in Johannesburg.

'Kanguva' witnesses sharp drop; earns ₹33cr in two days

Suriya's latest film, Kanguva, witnessed a major drop in its box office collection on Friday.

UP: Newlywed, 5 others killed in accident due to fog

A newlywed couple and five others lost their lives in a tragic accident on National Highway-74 in Bijnor, Uttar Pradesh.

Zack Snyder to direct, co-write upcoming action thriller for Netflix

Zack Snyder, famous for his two-part sci-fi epic Rebel Moon, will be teaming up with Netflix for a new untitled action film, per The Hollywood Reporter.

Indian-Americans will urge Trump administration for sanctions against Bangladesh

Indian Americans are planning to lobby the incoming Trump administration and Congress to impose sanctions on Bangladesh.

Blue Origin's next space-tourism flight includes TV host Emily Calandrelli

Blue Origin, the space exploration company founded by Jeff Bezos, has announced the crew for its next suborbital space tourism mission, NS-28.

'Nurse lit matchstick...': Eyewitness recounts Jhansi hospital fire horror

A devastating fire at Maharani Laxmi Bai Medical College in Uttar Pradesh's Jhansi killed 10 newborns on Friday night.

'The Sabarmati Report' starts slow; earns ₹1.15cr on Day 1

The Sabarmati Report, featuring Vikrant Massey and Raashii Khanna, has opened on a dull note at the box office.

Bowlers with innings 10-wicket hauls in Ranji Trophy history 

Haryana fast bowler Anshul Kamboj scripted history by taking a 10-wicket haul in a single innings in his team's Ranji Trophy match against Kerala.

Biden jokes about rescuing stranded astronauts, Sunita, Wilmore, from space

United States President Joe Biden recently joked about going to space to bring back astronauts Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore.

Netflix crashes amid Mike Tyson v/s Jake Paul boxing match

Netflix, a popular streaming platform, is currently facing a major outage in India and the United States.

'Ice Age 6' locks December 2026 release date

Disney has officially announced the release date for the much-awaited Ice Age 6.

What's Iran 'treatment clinic' for women who defy hijab laws 

Iran has announced plans to set up a "hijab removal treatment clinic" for women who violate the country's mandatory hijab laws.

Bluesky pledges not to use user posts for AI training

Bluesky, a fast-growing social network, has stated that it will not use user content to train its generative artificial intelligence (AI) tools.

Kookie Gulati to re-shoot portions of Saif-Jaideep's 'Jewel Thief'

The shooting of Jewel Thief—The Red Sun Chapter, featuring Saif Ali Khan and Jaideep Ahlawat, will continue even after it was wrapped up in May, reported Mid-day.

Sanju Samson owns these prestigious feats in T20I cricket

Indian cricket team's wicket-keeper batter, Sanju Samson, on November 15 brought up yet another hundred.

3 bodies found near Assam-Manipur border, suspected to be abductees

Three decomposed bodies were found near the Manipur-Assam border on Friday. The remains include those of two children—one an infant—and a woman.

'Singham Again' is stable; collects nearly ₹224cr in 15 days

Rohit Shetty's latest cop drama, Singham Again, continues to hold strong at the box office.

James Webb Space Telescope's new technique could reveal water-rich exoplanets

The James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) will take a new approach in its quest to find water-rich exoplanets. It will analyze minerals present in cooled lava on these planets.

Tractor breakdown near Patna airport runway delays IndiGo flight landing 

An IndiGo flight flying to Patna from Kolkata was delayed by 40 minutes on Friday morning after a tractor broke down near the runway of Jayaprakash Narayan International Airport.

Tamil filmmaker Suresh Sangaiah dies of liver failure

Tamil filmmaker Suresh Sangaiah, who made a mark with his critically acclaimed debut Oru Kidayin Karunai Manu, died on Friday night in Chennai.

PCB excludes PoK from Champions Trophy tour after BCCI's objection

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has now restricted the ICC Champions Trophy tour to Karachi, Lahore, and Rawalpindi.

WhatsApp can now save drafts for your unsent messages

WhatsApp, the globally popular messaging platform, has rolled out a handy new feature - the ability to save drafts of your unsent messages.

Zelenskyy says Russia-Ukraine war could end 'sooner' under Trump administration

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is hopeful the ongoing conflict with Russia will end sooner under United States President-elect Donald Trump.

Vaibhav Suryavanshi: The 13-year-old prodigy in IPL auction list

Bihar's 13-year-old cricket sensation Vaibhav Suryavanshi has created history by becoming the youngest player to be ever included in the Indian Premier League (IPL) auction list.

General Motors fires 1,000 employees amid cost-cutting and reorganization

General Motors (GM), one of the world's largest automakers, has laid off around 1,000 employees as part of its cost-cutting and restructuring strategy.

Delhi continues to choke, air quality remains 'severe' 

Delhi woke up to a thick blanket of haze on Saturday morning, as the Air Quality Index (AQI) remained in the "severe" category in various regions of the national capital.

Disha Patani's father, an ex-cop, duped of ₹25L; FIR filed

Actor Disha Patani's father Jagdish Singh Patani has allegedly been duped of ₹25 lakh by a gang promising him a prestigious position in a government commission.

Khawaja highlights Virat Kohli's transformation from aggressive to composed player

Veteran Australian batter Usman Khawaja has recently spoken about Virat Kohli's evolution as a player.

10 newborns killed in Jhansi hospital fire; 16 critically injured

A massive fire broke out at the Maharani Laxmi Bai Medical College in Jhansi, Uttar Pradesh, on Friday night, killing 10 newborns.

'Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3' nears ₹230cr after 15 days

Kartik Aaryan's horror-comedy Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 has beaten Ajay Devgn's actioner Singham Again at the box office on their second Friday.

Penny appearing in 'Big Bang Theory' spinoff? It's highly likely!

Kaley Cuoco, who played Penny in The Big Bang Theory, is said to be eyeing a return to the franchise.

6 Bollywood thrillers to watch on Netflix

Bollywood has a glorious past of making edge-of-the-seat thrillers.

India thrash SA in Johannesburg to win T20I series 3-1

India claimed a 3-1 series win after thrashing hosts South Africa in the 4th and final T20I at the Wanderers Stadium in Johannesburg.