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Goa authorities demolished Romeo Lane, a Luthra-owned beach shack built on government land, days after a fire at their Birch nightclub killed 25 people. Owners Gaurav and Saurabh Luthra fled to Thailand and now face an Interpol Blue Corner Notice. Investigations found major safety lapses, including no clearances and hazardous bamboo interiors.
The Xiaomi 17 series is expected to launch globally, including in India, in January 2026. It may feature a Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chip, Android 16, a 6.3-inch OLED display, and Leica-tuned 50MP triple cameras. A large 7,000mAh battery with fast wired and wireless charging is also expected, making it a strong flagship upgrade.
The Centre has reduced IndiGo’s flight schedule by 10% to stabilise operations after mass cancellations. Earlier, the DGCA ordered a 5% cut on high-capacity routes and sought a revised schedule. IndiGo, which cancelled over 4,000 flights this month, faces probes and notices for planning lapses as the government warns no airline can inconvenience passengers.
Rajya Sabha MP Sudha Murty urged the government to make singing ‘Vande Mataram’compulsory in all schools. She said the song united India during the freedom struggle and children must learn its full meaning. Murty warned that students may forget the national song over time and stressed its importance in teaching patriotism, sacrifice and love for […]
Bigg Boss Telugu 9 viewers are questioning whether Bharani is receiving unfair support. He was made captain without a task and re-entered the house through a twist that many believe sidelined Srija. His rapport with Nagababu further fueled bias claims. Despite weak performances, fans fear makers may still push him toward the finale over stronger […]
Microsoft chief Satya Nadella met PM Modi and said India has huge potential in artificial intelligence. He announced a US$17.5 billion investment, the company’s largest in Asia, to support India’s AI-first plans. The funding will help improve digital infrastructure, train people in AI skills, and strengthen India’s technology.
Netflix emailed its 300 million subscribers saying its $83-billion plan to acquire Warner Bros won’t affect viewing for now, as both platforms will operate separately pending approvals. The deal faces competition from Paramount’s higher $108-billion bid. Netflix says the merger would expand its library with major franchises while regulatory scrutiny intensifies.
Team India’s new T20 jersey has two stars above the BCCI logo, honoring their 2007 and 2024 T20 World Cup wins. Ahead of the five-match T20I series against South Africa from December 9, key players Shubman Gill and Hardik Pandya return, while India will bat first at Barabati Stadium, Cuttack. The T20I World Cup 2026 […]
Strong political chatter suggests Nara Lokesh may take over as Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister between Ugadi and Vijayadasami 2026. Sources say he has gained support in Delhi and built a strong young TDP team. Lokesh’s frequent national-level engagements and expanding influence reportedly helped secure a green signal for future leadership.
Former India all-rounder Vijay Shankar appears as an uncapped player in the IPL 2026 auction due to not playing international cricket or holding a BCCI central contract in the last five years. Released by CSK after a poor 2025 season, he enters the auction at INR 30 lakh as a potential backup option.
South Africa won the toss and elected to bowl first in the first T20I against India at Barabati Stadium, Cuttack, today. Suryakumar Yadav will lead the squad for India, and Aiden Markram will lead the South Africa squad. The match will start at 7:00 pm, and fans can watch through Jio Hotstar and the Star […]
Sharwanand’s family entertainer ‘Nari Nari Naduma Murari’, directed by Ram Abbaraju and produced by AK Entertainments, will release on Jan 14, 2026, with paid premieres at 5:49 PM. The full theatrical release follows on Jan 15. The film stars Samyukta and Sakshi Vaidya, with music by Vishal Chandrashekhar and cinematography by Gnana Shekar VS and […]
Saudi Arabia and Qatar signed an agreement for a high-speed electric rail linking Riyadh and Doha, covering Dammam and Al Hofuf. Trains will travel over 300 km/h, connecting the capitals in two hours. Expected to serve 10 million passengers annually, the project will create 30,000 jobs and finish in six years.
Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella met PM Narendra Modi and announced a USD 17.5 billion investment—Microsoft’s largest in Asia—to support India’s “AI-first future.” The funds will boost digital infrastructure, AI skills, and sovereign capabilities. Nadella said the discussion highlighted India’s vast AI potential.
During the Winter Session, Rahul Gandhi claimed serious irregularities in Haryana’s voter lists, citing a Brazilian woman listed 22 times. Speaking in the Lok Sabha, he accused the Election Commission of failing to protect free and fair elections. Rahul alleged errors, mass deletions, and duplicate names compromised the integrity of the Haryana polls.