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  • newTrump's tariff gamble: Who blinked, who pushed back & did it 'make America great again'?
    Donald Trump's second term has seen tariffs become America's primary foreign policy tool, reshaping global trade and alliances. While aiming to revive domestic manufacturing, this approach has strained relations with allies and rivals alike, leading to mixed economic results and increased global volatility. The long-term impact on American primacy remains uncertain.
    - 5 hours ago 24 Dec 25, 6:15pm -
  • newCapital chokes: GRAP-4 curbs lifted in Delhi; move comes hours after HC rap
    Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) lifted GRAP-IV restrictions with immediate effect, even though air quality in several areas remained in the ‘very poor’ category with AQI levels crossing 350. While the strictest curbs were withdrawn, Stage I, II and III measures will continue under the modified GRAP. The move came hours after the Delhi High Court pulled up the Centre
    - 6 hours ago 24 Dec 25, 6:12pm -
  • newSophie Cunningham net worth 2025: WNBA salary, endorsements, and career rise
    WNBA star Sophie Cunningham, known as the "enforcer" for the Indiana Fever, has garnered significant attention. She even surpassed Caitlin Clark in Google searches. Her career earnings, brand endorsements with Adidas and Arby's, and podcast deals contribute to her estimated $2 million net worth. Cunningham's athletic journey began with taekwondo before excelling in basketball, leading to numerous accolades.
    - 6 hours ago 24 Dec 25, 6:00pm -
  • newSaif Ali Khan's stabbing, Virat Kohli's 'like': Bollywood controversies of 2025
    2025 saw significant Bollywood moments, from Saif Ali Khan's heroic act of protecting his son during a home invasion to Virat Kohli's clarification on an accidental social media like. Diljit Dosanjh's film 'Sardaarji 3' faced controversy over casting a Pakistani actress, while Deepika Padukone's exits from 'Spirit' and 'Kalki 2' sparked discussions about industry demands.
    - 6 hours ago 24 Dec 25, 5:24pm -
  • newVHT: Virat Kohli surpasses Sachin Tendulkar; saves Delhi with 131 knock
    India's batting stalwart Virat Kohli starred with a brilliant 131 as Delhi chased down 299 to beat Andhra by four wickets in their Vijay Hazare Trophy opener in Bengaluru. Ricky Bhui’s 122 powered Andhra to 298/8, but strong support from Priyansh Arya and Nitish Rana helped Delhi seal victory in 37.4 overs.
    - 6 hours ago 24 Dec 25, 5:15pm -
  • newMasashi 'Jumbo' Ozaki: Legendary Japanese golf star dies at 78
    Japanese golf legend Masashi “Jumbo” Ozaki has died at 78 after a battle with sigmoid colon cancer. A national icon, Ozaki won 113 tournaments worldwide and inspired a generation of golfers, becoming the first Japanese player to finish in the Masters top 10. His unparalleled career achievements remain unmatched in Japan.
    - 7 hours ago 24 Dec 25, 5:01pm -
  • new5 reasons why your digestion gets worse in the winters
    Winter's chill and shorter days quietly slow your digestion. Cold temperatures, reduced activity, and richer foods make your gut work harder and slower. Lower water intake and disrupted sleep further complicate things. Understanding these seasonal shifts can help you support your digestive system through the colder months with simple adjustments.
    - 7 hours ago 24 Dec 25, 4:53pm -
  • newITR filing: Got 'nudge' from I-T dept for claims? Here's what you need to do
    ITR filing: ​The Income Tax Department has said that the Non-intrusive Usage of Data to Guide and Enable (NUDGE) campaign aims to encourage taxpayers to voluntarily review their deduction or exemption claims that have been identified as potentially ineligible through risk analytics by the department.
    - 7 hours ago 24 Dec 25, 4:39pm -
  • newThe new logic of rural welfare: Why VB-G RAM G makes sense for a $4 trillion economy
    India replaces the MGNREGA with the VB-G RAM G Act, shifting focus from guaranteed wage employment to rural asset creation and productivity. This reform acknowledges a transformed rural economy with robust safety nets and direct cash transfers, aiming to build capacity rather than just provide relief.
    - 7 hours ago 24 Dec 25, 4:28pm -
  • newVHT: Fastest ever century! Rohit Sharma lights up Mumbai opener
    India's batting stalwart Rohit Sharma smashed a brilliant 155 off 94 balls as Mumbai thrashed Sikkim by eight wickets in their Vijay Hazare Trophy opener in Jaipur. Sikkim posted 236/7, led by Ashish Thapa’s 79. Mumbai chased the target in just 30.3 overs, with Rohit dominating the contest. They will be confident going into the next matches.
    - 7 hours ago 24 Dec 25, 4:21pm -
  • new‘Plain incorrect’: Why Google AI CEO 'corrected' Meta AI chief scientist
    A debate on artificial intelligence's future erupted as Meta AI's Yann LeCun argued general intelligence is an illusion. Google DeepMind CEO Demis Hassabis publicly disagreed, stating LeCun confused general with universal intelligence. Hassabis asserted brains and AI models are approximate Turing Machines capable of learning anything computable.
    - 8 hours ago 24 Dec 25, 4:12pm -
  • newTaiwan earthquake: 6.1 magnitude tremor strikes Taitung county
    - 8 hours ago 24 Dec 25, 3:48pm -
  • newBlueBird Block-2 mission: Isro shares unique view of Baahubali's liftoff — watch
    ISRO's LVM3-M6 rocket successfully launched the BlueBird Block-2 satellite for AST SpaceMobile, offering a unique onboard camera perspective of the entire mission. The footage captured liftoff, booster separation, and satellite deployment into Low Earth Orbit, marking a significant commercial success for ISRO's heavy-lift vehicle.
    - 8 hours ago 24 Dec 25, 3:48pm -
  • newAshes: No Archer and Pope! England make changes to XI for 4th Test
    England have made key changes for the Boxing Day Ashes Test against Australia. Jofra Archer is ruled out for the rest of the series with a side strain, replaced by Gus Atkinson. Ollie Pope has been dropped for Jacob Bethell. Despite being 3-0 down, England hope the changes spark a turnaround in Melbourne.
    - 8 hours ago 24 Dec 25, 3:45pm -
  • newCAT 2025 result released at iimcat.ac.in: Direct link to download scorecards here
    The Indian Institute of Management has released the CAT 2025 result on iimcat.ac.in, ending weeks of anticipation for MBA aspirants. The scorecards display scaled scores and normalised percentiles across exam slots. These results will guide shortlisting for WAT, GD, and PI rounds conducted by IIMs and other management institutes. Candidates must check the direct link provided here to download the CAT result 2025.
    - 8 hours ago 24 Dec 25, 3:38pm -
  • new'Dead society': Rahul on 'manhandling' of Unnao rape survivor; slams bail to Sengar
    - 8 hours ago 24 Dec 25, 3:37pm -
  • newDelhi Metro expansion: Cabinet clears Phase-VA - all you need to know
    The Union Cabinet has greenlit Delhi Metro's Phase-VA, adding 13 new stations and over 16 km to the network, extending it beyond 400 km. This Rs 12,015 crore expansion aims to boost connectivity in Central Delhi and the airport area, reduce traffic, and cut pollution. The project is slated for completion within three years.
    - 8 hours ago 24 Dec 25, 3:29pm -
  • newMumbai shocker: 85-year-old loses Rs 9cr in ‘digital arrest’; how police cracked case
    Mumbai cyber police arrested a 27-year-old company director in connection with a Rs 9 crore digital arrest scam targeting an 85-year-old retired teacher. The accused's company account received a portion of the victim's funds, which was also linked to other senior citizen fraud cases totaling Rs 5.65 crore.
    - 9 hours ago 24 Dec 25, 3:09pm -
  • new'Arunachal now part of China's core interest': US flags Beijing's 'rejuvenation' plan; what is it
    A Pentagon report reveals China's inclusion of Arunachal Pradesh among its core interests, alongside Taiwan and maritime disputes, as part of its national rejuvenation goals. The report also details deepening China-Pakistan military and strategic ties, including arms co-production and potential logistics facilities, while noting China's sensitivity to perceived threats to CCP legitimacy.
    - 9 hours ago 24 Dec 25, 2:45pm -
  • newNepal topples, B'desh boils & Pak teeters: How 2025 shook India's neighbours
    - 9 hours ago 24 Dec 25, 2:25pm -
  • new'His bail like kaal for us': Unnao rape survivor to move SC; uproar over relief for Sengar
    The Unnao rape survivor expressed deep distress over Kuldeep Singh Sengar's bail, calling it 'death' for her family and vowing to challenge the Delhi High Court's decision in the Supreme Court. The court suspended Sengar's life sentence, citing he shouldn't be jailed solely on victim threat perception, while imposing strict bail conditions.
    - 10 hours ago 24 Dec 25, 1:51pm -
  • new'Lower tax on air purifiers': HC asks GST Council to hold meet; Delhi's toxic air in focus
    The Delhi High Court has urged the GST Council to hold a meeting to consider reducing the 18% GST on air purifiers due to severe air pollution. The court was hearing a plea seeking to declare air purifiers as “medical devices” and exempt them from GST, the court said air purifiers could not be treated as luxury items in a city battling extreme air pollution.
    - 10 hours ago 24 Dec 25, 1:20pm -
  • newNo more lottery: How new H-1B visa selection system will work — key changes explained
    After President Donald Trump proposed a $100,000 entry fee for new H-1B visa applications, the US Department of Homeland Security announced a major overhaul of the H-1B visa selection process. The department said that the long-standing random lottery system will be replaced with a wage-weighted model that prioritises higher-paid and higher-skilled applicants.
    - 13 hours ago 24 Dec 25, 10:55am -
  • newSexual act in RRTS: NCRTC suspends train operator for filming couple; FIR lodged
    A train operator has been fired and an FIR filed against him for filming a couple's intimate act on a Namo Bharat train and sharing the video. The incident, which occurred on November 24, led to charges of obscene acts and voyeurism. Authorities are now working to trace the couple involved in the act.
    - 14 hours ago 24 Dec 25, 9:38am -
  • newOnline fraud by ‘wealth managers’ drove ex-Punjab IG to shoot self; chilling details pour out
    Retired Punjab IG Amar Singh Chahal attempted suicide after losing Rs 8 crore in an online fraud. Scammers posing as wealth managers lured him with fake returns, leading him to invest heavily and borrow from friends and family. An FIR has been filed against unidentified persons.
    - 16 hours ago 24 Dec 25, 7:32am -
  • newTracked, shot 4 bullets: How Bengaluru techie gunned down his wife; here's what happened
    A software professional allegedly shot his estranged wife dead on a busy Bengaluru road during rush hour following prolonged marital discord. The accused surrendered to the police with the pistol. The victim had sought legal separation, which the accused reportedly refused, leading to the fatal incident.
    - 16 hours ago 24 Dec 25, 7:20am -
  • newOdisha shocker: Minor girl ‘raped and murdered’; body found in jungle
    A 10-year-old girl was found dead in a jungle in Bhadrak district. She had gone to school and did not return home. Family members found her body and filed a police complaint. Police are investigating the case as assault and murder. Angry locals blocked the highway demanding justice for the victim.
    - 20 hours ago 24 Dec 25, 3:57am -
  • Magnesium and dementia risk: What happens to your brain when you take magnesium daily
    New research suggests that increasing magnesium intake could significantly benefit brain health and potentially lower dementia risk. Studies indicate higher magnesium levels are linked to larger brain volume and fewer lesions, suggesting a younger-looking brain. Incorporating magnesium-rich foods like leafy greens, nuts, and seeds is recommended for optimal cognitive function as we age.
    - 1 day ago 23 Dec 25, 12:07pm -
  • Paul Rudd reacts to Travis Kelce’s apology after Chiefs’ playoff exit
    Actor Paul Rudd shared his perspective on the Kansas City Chiefs' season. He highlighted the joy and memories the team has provided his family. Rudd embraced the team's elimination from playoff contention. He wished Patrick Mahomes a speedy recovery. Rudd also humorously suggested players deserved a break after a long season. He stated he was not too upset.
    - 2 days ago 23 Dec 25, 7:15am -
  • Taylor Swift opens up about cancer scare and Travis Kelce’s support
    Taylor Swift opened up about a painful chapter during the Eras Tour, revealing how a backup singer’s cancer diagnosis deeply shook her tour family. The experience marked an emotional low point, but Swift said she later found renewed joy and stability in her personal life, crediting Travis Kelce with bringing light and happiness after an incredibly difficult period.
    - 2 days ago 23 Dec 25, 5:02am -
  • Randi Mahomes hosts holiday giveaway as Patrick Mahomes battles injury
    The Kansas City Chiefs are navigating a difficult season, and quarterback Patrick Mahomes is sidelined with a significant injury. Amid this challenging time, Patrick Mahomes' mother, Randi Mahomes, is focusing on a different mission which is to support families raising young athletes.
    - 2 days ago 23 Dec 25, 4:42am -
  • Shane McMahon and Marissa Mazzola’s combined net worth in 2025
    Shane and Marissa Mazzola-McMahon possess a combined net worth of $650 million, largely attributed to Shane's decades with WWE and his diversified business ventures. While Shane's wealth stems from his executive roles, on-camera presence, and equity in WWE, Marissa's career in film production and PR augments their family fortune.
    - 2 days ago 22 Dec 25, 10:16pm -
  • Salesforce reboots AI strategy: Model errors raise concerns
    Salesforce is scaling back its reliance on large language models due to reliability issues, shifting focus to deterministic automation in its Agentforce product. Executives acknowledge a decline in trust in AI models, with reported instances of models omitting instructions and losing focus. This strategic pivot follows significant support staff reductions attributed to AI agent deployment.
    - 2 days ago 22 Dec 25, 5:31pm -

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