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Indian cuisine, celebrated for its regional diversity and rich flavors, ranks 13th globally in TasteAtlas’ 2025/26 list. From northern parathas to southern coconut dishes, staples like Butter Garlic Naan, Amritsari Kulcha, and Garam Masala highlight its appeal. This recognition showcases India’s growing global influence in culinary traditions.
Actors Roshan Kanakala and Sakshi Mhadolkar star in the film ‘Mowgli 2025,’ which is set to hit theaters on Dec 12. Directed by Sandeep Raj, the action-romance has reportedly sold its post-theatrical rights, with ETV Win acquiring digital rights and ETV taking satellite rights. Teasers and trailers have kept the film trending.
Moody’s criticizes IndiGo for poor preparation for aviation regulations, calling it credit negative. Flight disruptions affected over 1,000 services nationwide, amplified by the airline’s market dominance. DGCA issued a show-cause notice. IndiGo has refunded Rs 827 crore and returned 4,500 bags. Shares fell 8.28% to Rs 4,926.55.
Elon Musk confirmed xAI’s Grok 4.20 will launch in 3–4 weeks, likely late December or early January. The model, spotted on Alpha Arena, outperformed GPT-5.1 and Gemini 3 Pro in simulated stock trading. Grok 4.20 promises better reasoning, financial analysis, and real-world problem-solving, while full features will be revealed at launch.
Winter often slows digestion, causing constipation due to reduced fluid intake, low-fibre diets, sluggish intestinal movement, and inactivity. Experts advise drinking warm water, eating soluble-fibre foods, staying active, and maintaining a routine. Hydrating soups, stews, and herbal teas help, while a proper toilet posture aids passage.
New movies and shows arrive on OTT platforms from Dec 8–14. Highlights include ‘Real Kashmir Football Club’ (SonyLIV), ‘Man vs Baby’ and ‘Single Papa’ (Netflix), ‘Saali Mohabbat’ (ZEE5), ‘Superman’ (JioHotstar), and ‘F1’ (Apple TV). Stories range from inspiring sports tales and thrillers to family dramas and Hollywood...
DMK MPs are pushing to impeach Judge GR Swaminathan after he ordered Karthigai Deepam lighting atop Thiruparankundram hills, ruling it wouldn’t affect the nearby dargah. Tamil Nadu government cited law and order concerns, blocked access, and later filed a Supreme Court petition, while the High Court upheld the original order.
The Centre opposed climate activist Sonam Wangchuk’s request to appear via video from Jodhpur jail in the Supreme Court. Wangchuk, detained under the National Security Act after September Leh violence, is challenged by his wife’s plea calling the detention arbitrary. The court will hear the matter further on December 15.
Starlink India announced its residential broadband plan at Rs 8,600/month with a Rs 34,000 one-time hardware fee. Offering unlimited data, plug-and-play setup, and 99.9% uptime, it targets remote regions. Starlink is also hiring in Bengaluru and preparing ground stations, signaling India’s launch. Business-tier pricing remains undisclosed.
Irish company Cosmo Pharmaceuticals revealed that clascoterone, an acne drug approved in 2020, significantly restores hair in men with androgenic alopecia. Phase III trials showed up to 539% improvement versus placebo. The topical solution is safe, well-tolerated, and could become the first effective baldness treatment in 30 years if FDA-approved next year.
Team India was fined 10% of their match fees for a slow over-rate in the second ODI against South Africa in Raipur on Dec 3. They bowled two overs less than required. KL Rahul, as stand-in captain, accepted the sanction. The ICC confirmed the fine under over-rate rules without a formal hearing. It is known […]
India’s new income tax rules impose up to 84% tax on unexplained cash found at home. Banks must report withdrawals over ₹10 lakh; property and business cash transactions face 100% penalties. Loans in cash are banned. Advanced monitoring systems make compliance crucial, warns CA Sarthak Ahuja, urging caution with all cash dealings.
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) clarified that all coins from 50 paise to ₹20 are legal tender and will continue to be in circulation. People should not believe false messages on social media, and traders are advised to accept these coins freely, including the 50 paise coin. Earlier, people had confusion over the circulation […]
Gaurav Khanna emerged as the winner of Bigg Boss 19, defeating runner-up Farrhana Bhatt on December 7. Earlier, he had confidently predicted his victory during a captaincy task. Sharing his win, Gaurav thanked fans for their support. He received the trophy and a ₹50 lakh cash prize, celebrating faith, love, and togetherness.
After 17 years, Kanchipuram’s Ekambaranathar Temple, dedicated to the earth element, celebrates its Maha Kumbhabhishekam following ₹29 crore restoration. Sacred water from rivers was consecrated in kalasams, with homams, pujas, and Vedic rituals performed. The final anointment poured sanctified water over spires and sanctum, restoring temple’s divine sanctity.