follow us:
Quick commerce companies like Blinkit and Zepto have voluntarily stopped 10-minute delivery claims following labor minister Mansukh concerns over gig worker pressure and safety. Blinkit changing the tagline to “30,000+ products delivered at your doorstep.” Other platforms are expected to follow, aiming to improve working conditions.
On January 13, 2026, Indian markets closed lower as BSE Sensex fell 250 points to 83,627.69 and NSE Nifty 50 ended at 25,732.30, dragged by consumer durables and realty stocks. Top gainers included ICICI Bank, Eternal, and Tech Mahindra, while Trent, L&T, and IndiGo led losses. Midcaps slipped, smallcaps rose modestly, with PSU banks and […]
Indian star batter Shreyas Iyer has showered praise on Virat Kohli, expressing confidence that the star batsman will continue delivering performances worthy of his reputation. Iyer noted that Kohli rarely speaks about his own innings despite years of remarkable consistency. He also admired Kohli’s exceptional ability to counter-attack bowlers.
Iran plans to execute 26-year-old Erfan Soltani, arrested during anti-Khamenei protests in Karaj, amid a crackdown that has reportedly killed at least 648 people and arrested around 10,000. Human rights groups condemn the move, citing denial of legal access. Supreme Leader Khamenei claims pro-government rallies show foreign-backed protests have failed.
Tollywood actress Srileela rose to stardom rapidly, securing multiple film offers within a short span. However, the absence of major box-office successes appears to be impacting her market value. Reports suggest that her remuneration has seen a sharp reduction, dropping from ₹3-2 crore per film to around ₹1 crore for her latest project, ‘Parashakti’.
Megastar Chiranjeevi has returned to the Sankranti 2026 box office with Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu, earning strong buzz and positive reviews. Reports suggest he was paid around Rs 70 crore for the film, directed by Anil Ravipudi and starring Nayanthara. The action comedy, featuring a Venkatesh cameo, is made on a Rs 200 crore […]
Indian badminton stars PV Sindhu and Lakshya Sen are aiming high at the India Open World Tour Super 750. The tournament starts today in Delhi and it carries rich history, with Indian champions including Nehwal, Kidambi Srikanth, Sindhu, Lakshya Sen, and the doubles pair Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty inspiring hopes of another triumph.
Heart attack risk rises 20–40 percent in winter as cold constricts blood vessels, raises blood pressure and thickens blood. Experts warn even a one-degree drop can double risk. Swami Ramdev advises staying warm, eating healthy foods, avoiding tobacco and alcohol, practising yoga, exercising regularly, managing stress and getting routine health check-ups.
Samsung has partnered with Netflix to launch a free Stranger Things “Upside Down” theme for Galaxy phones. Available worldwide via the Galaxy Store for a limited time, it includes a custom UI, five exclusive wallpapers, and eerie visuals inspired by the show’s final season, letting fans immerse their devices in the series’ dark universe.
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi criticised the Centre over the censor block on Thalapathy Vijay’s Jana Nayagan, calling it an attack on Tamil culture. In a post on X, he said the government cannot silence Tamil voices. Meanwhile, the CBFC has approached the Supreme Court, urging it not to pass any order without hearing the certification […]
The kids aren’t coming, and the playground feels strangely quiet this afternoon under pale skies. Instead, lambs wander in, climbing the swing, pushing gently, and bleating with carefree delight and curiosity. Their playful rhythm replaces laughter, turning absence into an unexpected wonder for everyone watching quietly from nearby fences.
AIIMS neurologist Dr Priyanka Shehrawat warned that brain worm disease is not caused by cabbage alone. Parasite eggs from contaminated vegetables, soil, or undercooked pork can enter the body and lodge in the brain, causing inflammation, headaches, vomiting and dizziness. Proper washing, thorough cooking and avoiding raw and undercooked food prevent infection.
Indian Army Chief Gen Upendra Dwivedi said DGMO talks with Pakistan flagged drone intrusions in Jammu and Kashmir. He warned of firm action, citing controlled western and northern fronts, declining local terrorism, and active terror camps across borders. He highlighted Operation Sindoor, jointness, preparedness, and regional revival marked by tourism and Amarnath Yatra.
Nothing’s sub-brand CMF has launched its first over-ear headphones, the CMF Headphone Pro, in India, targeting budget buyers. The headphones support Android via Google Fast Pair and Windows through Microsoft Swift Pair compatibility. They feature tactile controls, including an energy slider, roller volume control, ANC toggle, and customizable buttons app.
At Tirumala temple in Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh, devotees are waiting in 11 compartments for darshan today. Sarvadarshan without tokens currently takes around 9 hours. On Monday, 68,542 devotees had darshan of Lord Venkateswara, and 22,372 offered tonsuring. The TTD reported a Hundi collection of ₹3.98 crore on the same day, Jan 12th.