The Oscars will move from ABC to YouTube in 2029. Until 2028, including the 100th ceremony, ABC will still air the show. From 2029 to 2033, YouTube will stream the Oscars free worldwide, with multiple languages, captions, red-carpet events, nominations and Governors Awards included. The first YouTube-streamed ceremony will follow decades of TV history globally.
The Sensex and Nifty opened slightly lower today amid mixed global signals. The Sensex started trading today at 84,598.25, dropping 38.60 points, and the Nifty was at 25,841,650, down 23.05 points. The Indian rupee was trading today at 90.38 against the dollar. IT stocks like Infosys and TCS gained, but Sun Pharma and auto stocks […]
Cold weather has intensified across Telangana and Andhra Pradesh, with temperatures dropping to single digits. In Telangana, Patancheru recorded 8°C and Adilabad 9°C. Hyd saw 13°C. In Andhra Pradesh, Araku recorded 3°C, Minumuluru 5°C, and Paderu and Chintapalli around 7°C. Officials advised people to take precautions due to the cold.
The Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav strongly reacted to the cancellation of the fourth T20 match between India and South Africa in Lucknow. He said that the match was not cancelled due to fog but because of pollution. He blamed Delhi’s pollution reaching Lucknow and accused the BJP of destroying parks built by his govt.
India closed its visa center in Dhaka due to security threats from extremist groups. The center will reopen later, and appointments scheduled today will be rescheduled. India summoned Bangladesh’s envoy, urging protection for its mission. New Delhi rejected false narratives, expressed concern over security, and said it supports peace in Bangladesh.
Delhi has announced strict steps as air pollution turns severe. From today, offices must follow work from home with only 50% staff onsite, except for essential services. Old non-BS6 vehicles and trucks carrying construction material are banned. Vehicles need valid PUC certificates to buy fuel or face fines up to ₹20,000. Checkpoints and police will […]
Brazil’s Senate approved a bill to shorten former President Jair Bolsonaro’s 27-year prison sentence and reduce penalties for those convicted over the January 2023 Brasília riots. Supporters call it a step toward national reconciliation, while President Lula and the govt oppose it, saying those who attacked democracy must be held accountable.
The US Congress voted to permanently repeal sanctions on Syria imposed under Bashar al-Assad, ending the 2019 Caesar Act. Backed by both parties, the move aims to encourage investment and reconstruction after years of war. Syrian officials hailed the decision as a turning point toward economic recovery and renewed cooperation with the world.
Aadi Saikumar’s super thriller ‘Shambhala: A Mystical World’ is set to hit screens on December 25. Backed by Shining Pictures and directed by Ugandhar Muni, the film features Archana Iyer, Swasika, Ravi Varma, and Madhunandan. With top distributors handling various regions and Aha securing digital rights, the film promises a grand theatrical experience.
Bollywood actor Akshay Khanna faced hair loss early in life but proved talent matters more than looks. He debuted at 19 with Himalay Putra and rose to fame with Border, later earning recognition as a character actor and villain in films like Chhawa and Dhurandhar. Now 50 and single, his net worth is around ₹167 […]
Indian Railways has updated its reservation chart schedule for the first time. Previously prepared 4 hours before departure, charts will now be finalized 10 hours in advance. This change aims to reduce last-minute stress for passengers on the waiting list. All zones and divisions have been instructed to implement the new schedule immediately.
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Pakistan Army Chief Asim Munir is under pressure as the US seeks Pakistani troops for a Gaza stabilisation force. While Munir enjoys strong ties with Trump, sending forces risks domestic unrest from Islamist groups and political opponents, complicating Pakistan’s strategic balancing between international obligations and internal stability.
As temperatures drop across India, warm drinks help combat cold, dryness, and sluggish digestion. Popular options include ginger tea for digestion, turmeric milk for immunity, hot water for hydration, jeera water for bloating, and tulsi kadha for throat health. Simple daily rituals can keep the body cozy, healthy, and balanced during early winter.