When are you the most popular? Research says 25
Those in your mid-20s, beware. A study revealed 25 is when you hit "peak friendship". It's all downhill from there.
Women gangs involved in 90% pickpocketing incidents in Delhi Metro
The CISF has revealed that female gangs make for 90% of the pickpocketing incidents in the Delhi Metro.
Jack Ma gains $2.8 billion in one day
The founder and executive chairman of Alibaba Group, Jack Ma became Asia's richest man and the 14th wealthiest man in the world; his net worth surged from $8.5 billion to $41.8 billion this year.
Pakistan's ISI plotting major terror attack in India: Intelligence reports
Pakistani spy agency Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) is planning a major terror attack in Jammu & Kashmir and Punjab, according to an Intelligence Bureau (IB) input.
GST roll-out fear triggers massive online 'sale' by Flipkart, Amazon
Sellers on e-commerce sites like Amazon and Flipkart are offering huge discounts ahead of the Goods and Services Tax (GST) roll-out on 1 July.
Flipkart eyes new avenues, entry in Fintech, more tech hires
India's home-grown e-commerce platform Flipkart is looking forward to taking the next big leap; the firm is poised to include new categories such as furniture and groceries in its foray.
IIT-Madras helps recover 50km of lost beaches in Kerala
Since 2007, IIT-Madras has helped reclaim about 50km of Kerala's lost beaches - 25 eroded sites of 2kms each in 25 villages.
SL's win opens up interesting scenarios in Group B
After defeating India in a must win game, Sri Lanka have kept themselves alive in the 2017 Champions Trophy.
Infosys: To sell or not to, that is the question
For Infosys, it's one bad day after another; the bellwether IT firm has too many things on its plate.
Plagiarism Controversy: Superstar Rajinikanth's Kaala Karikaalan in trouble
A Chennai court issued notice to superstar Rajinikanth following plagiarism allegations and plea against his upcoming movie 'Kaala Karikaalan'.
Hung parliament in the UK, what can happen next?
The UK is set for a hung parliament after the incumbent Theresa May-led Conservative party failed to gain absolute majority.
UP- Class X, XII exam results out, pass percentage falls
The Uttar Pradesh Secondary Education Council has declared the results of the 2017 Class X and XII exams. They are available on the official portals: www.upresults.nic.in or www.up.nic.in.
Modi, Xi Jinping to hold talks at SCO summit
Official sources have confirmed that PM Modi will meet Chinese President Xi Jinping on the sidelines of the ongoing Shanghai Co-operation Organization (SCO) summit in Astana, Kazakhstan.
MDMK chief Vaiko detained in Malaysia over alleged LTTE links
The Tamil Nadu-based MDMK Chief Vaiko was detained at Kuala Lumpur Airport on June 9 and denied entry into Malaysia.
Chinese black market - Apple users' personal data on sale!
Tech giant Apple's data protection is known to be the world's best.
Kashmiri businessman on NIA's radar for links to Pakistani terror-funding
A Kashmiri carpet dealer, now believed to be a businessman in the Gulf, is on the NIA's radar for his alleged involvement in Pakistani funding to separatists in the Valley.
How can you protect your own data from Google
For every free bit of software that you download or service you use, chances are the makers are taking something (usually personal data) or the other to provide you this service.
Middle East diplomacy- Indians in Qatar urged to 'stay alert'
The Indian embassy in Doha has urged the 630,000 nationals living there to "stay alert", even as four Arab countries severed all relations with Qatar.
Ex-FBI director testifies about Trump pressure, Russia investigation
Former FBI director James Comey testified before a Senate Intelligence Committee on Capitol Hill, revealing the circumstances leading to his controversial dismissal by US President Donald Trump.
Theresa May loses overall majority in the British Parliament
As results came in on UK elections, the Conservative Party led by incumbent PM Theresa May failed to secure an overall majority, resulting in a hung Parliament.
ID proof must for booking flight tickets soon, says ministry
Currently, when you walk into an airport you have to show an identity proof to get pass the gates and board your flights.
A BJP legislator seeks to ban our beloved momos!
So a BJP legislator in Jammu and Kashmir has called for a new ban.
MIT receives $140 million from an anonymous donor
Every day we come across headlines that make us rethink if the word "humanity" holds any meaning.
Malaysia amends anti-LGBT sex education competition following criticism
Malaysia's Health Ministry amended a sex education video competition, removing guidelines for a section on preventing homosexuality and transgenderism.
ICC Champions Trophy: SL register a comfortable win over India
Sri Lanka chased a target of 322 runs against India to keep their semi-final hopes alive in the 2017 ICC Champions Trophy.
Bengaluru's Phase 1 metro to be inaugurated on June 17
Bengaluru's wait for Phase 1 metro will soon be over with its last leg to be inaugurated on June 17 by President Pranab Mukherjee.
Maharashtra's Konkan route to get 21 new railway stations
With the purpose of expansion and modernization, 21 new railways stations will be added on the Konkan route in Maharashtra.
Before cow slaughter ban debate, Kerala Assembly feasts on beef
Kerala, continuing its protest against the Centre's cow slaughter ban, came up with an innovative mode of objection: a special assembly session began with a sumptuous breakfast which had many delicacies, including beef fry.
Rajasthan ATS arrests army official for cheating candidates
An army official has been arrested in Rajasthan for allegedly demanding money from candidates in recruitment drives to issue fitness certificates.
Fidget Spinners, invented in 90s and a rage in 2017
I love Fidget Spinners. There I said it. It's addictive, kills time and no matter how much some naysayers try to bog it down; it's spreading like wildfire and is everywhere.
Telangana youth critical, after being shot in California
An Indian youth from Telangana was shot at in California by unknown people four days ago, allegedly after an altercation with robbers.
Indian Army ready to face Pakistan and China: Army Chief
Indian Army chief General Bipin Rawat referred to the human shield controversy, saying it's not a norm, but officers can decide strategy depending on the situation.
Do you know the history of these cricketing terms?
Like any other sports, cricket is a game with a few strange terms attached to it.
Kumble not the top contender anymore
After officially re-applying for the job of Indian cricket team coach, sources close to BCCI claim that Anil Kumble is not the 'favorite' for the job.
Kejriwal seeks Delhi L-G's nod to penalize power discoms
Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal seeks to get L-G Anil Baijal's approval today in order to revive his proposal of penalizing power discoms in the wake of power outage situation across Delhi.
Iran blames Saudis for Tehran attacks that killed 12
At least 12 people were killed and 43 wounded in simultaneous attacks on Iran's Parliament building and the mausoleum of the republic's founder Ayatollah Khomeini on June 7.
Raabta vs Magadheera: Sushant Singh Rajput-starrer cleared for release
The courts have ruled in favor of 'Raabta' in a plagiarism case by the makers of 'Magadheera', thus clearing the way for its release on June 9.
Indian-American Raja Chari among 12 astronauts chosen for NASA training
Indian-American astronaut Raja Chari is among 12 chosen from 18,300 applicants for training by NASA for specialized missions.
Coca-Cola enters India's frozen desserts segment, launch in 3 months
Summer and aerated drinks used to go almost hand in hand a few years ago but as more people are getting health conscious, companies like Coca-Cola are changing their tone to make things healthier than the calorie packing beverages they are predominantly associated with.
Mumbai cops make fresh attempt to get Dawood's shooter extradited
Mumbai Police have launched a fresh attempt to get Munna Jhingada, Dawood Ibrahim's gang sharpshooter, extradited to India from Thailand.
Samsung plans to invest Rs. 4,915cr in its Noida Plant
South Korean company Samsung Electronics Co. Ltd said that it will invest Rs. 4,915crore in its Noida plant to double the production; after acquiring 35-acre land adjacent to the current facility, approved by the Uttar Pradesh government.
Tight than expected race as Britain goes to the polls
Polls have opened in Britain, nearly two months after PM Theresa May called a snap general election.
India witnessing shocking increase in heatwaves
India is witnessing increasing temperatures. Several deaths due to heatwave have already been reported; experts say more are likely.
Pakistan using shrine donation boxes for terrorist-financing
Uncovering more evidence on Pakistan financing terrorism, intelligence agencies in Rajasthan have discovered that the ISI has set up donation boxes in shrines in border villages, to use the devotees' money to fund terrorist activities.
Ex-FBI chief claims Trump pressurized him to drop Russia probe
Former FBI Director James Comey said US President Donald Trump had asked him to stop investigating former national security adviser Michael Flynn.
Could Baba Ramdev soon launch lipsticks?!
After launching a range of products, Baba Ramdev is now considering a new venture: lipsticks!
RBI Monetary Policy Committee keeps repo rate unchanged at 6.25%
Governor Urjit Patel-led six-member Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) of the Reserve Bank of India kept the repo rate (short-term lending rate) unchanged, while slashed the statutory liquidity ratio (SLR) by 50 basis points to 20% in their second bimonthly monetary policy review.
Trump is against freedom of speech, says USA rights institute
What does a tyrant and Trump have in common? Well, they have been both accused of curbing the voice of their people.
UK elections 2017: Who are the Indian candidates?
One of the oldest and largest immigrant communities in the United Kingdom, Indians have been quietly but steadily working their way up into the country's top political rung.
China making preliminary preparations for manned lunar mission
According to a senior Chinese space official, the Asian superpower is making "preliminary" preparations for sending a man to the moon.
India has world's highest number of stunted children, child laborers
India has the highest number of children stunted because of malnutrition (48.2 million) equivalent to Colombia's population, according to Save the Children's 'Stolen Childhoods' report.
Iran ditches India to sign deal with Russian oil giant
Throwing cold water on India's decade-long expectations, Iran signed the deal for developing the Farzad-B oil fields with Russian energy giant, Gazprom.
