Residents stand in an alley after vacating their house next to a fallen scaffolding following an earthquake in Dhaka, Bangladesh, November 21, 2025. REUTERS

Earthquake in Kolkata: 5.2 quake in Bangladesh sends strong tremors across Bengal

Cities November 21, 2025

A magnitude 5.2 earthquake hit Bangladesh, with its epicentre 13 km south-southwest of Narsingdi. The tremors were felt in Kolkata and other parts of West Bengal. The quake occurred at 10:08 am IST at a shallow depth of 10 km.

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IAF Wing Commander Namansh Syal, 34, died in a Tejas crash during the Dubai Air Show 2025.

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Tejas jet crash: IAF’s heartfelt tribute to Wing Commander Namansh Syal, shares video

India 21 min ago

IAF Saturday mourned the death of Wing Commander Namansh Syal, the fighter pilot who died in a Tejas aircraft crash at the Dubai Air Show on Friday. His professionalism and commitment to duty were evident in his send-off attended by UAE officials, colleagues, friends, and Indian Embassy representatives, IAF said in a statement.

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Foreign DJ claims Goa police officer misbehaved with her, probe initiated

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'Krispie Kristina', a celebrity DJ, accused a North Goa police officer of misbehavior and abuse of power during a routine check. The officer allegedly spoke aggressively and told the foreign national to leave the country. An inquiry has been initiated by the Goa police.

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PM Modi at the venue for the G-20 Summit (X/@narendramodi)

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G20 Summit: PM Modi proposes four initiatives, including one to counter drug-terror

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PM Modi addressed the G20 Summit in South Africa suggesting plans like a Global Traditional Knowledge Repository and a Global Healthcare Response Team. He also reiterated India's commitment to Africa and urged for a G20 Initiative against the Drug-Terror connection. The summit, hosted by Africa for the first time, aims to promote inclusive and sustainable growth.

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Michael Vaughan and Stuart Broad have weighed in on England’s loss to Australia at first Test of Ashes. (Photos: AP, screengrabs via X)

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‘Without brains’: Michael Vaughan and Stuart Broad’s take on England’s loss to Australia

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England's former captain, Michael Vaughan, believes that their collapse in the second innings and subsequent loss to Australia will have a damaging effect on the team. He points out their mistakes in squandering a dominant position and compares it to the previous Ashes series. Former bowler Stuart Broad also expressed frustration and praised Australia's competitive mentality.

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India's players celebrate after Kuldeep Yadav dismissed South Africa's Tristan Stubbs, right, on the first day of the second cricket test match between India and South Africa in Guwahati, India, Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025. (AP Photo)

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How Kuldeep Yadav foxed his Delhi Capitals teammate Tristan Stubbs with flight and guile

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Kuldeep Yadav's satisfaction was evident as he left Tristan Stubbs one short of a milestone on Saturday. His deviousness and classical turnaround on the lifeless Guwahati track were encouraging. Despite a tough bowling day, his three wickets raised his stature as India's second-leading all-weather threat. The think tank's faith in Stubbs' ability for nimble runs was proven.

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Epstein Files may not become public yet, despite Trump signing their release. Here’s how

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The US Congress has passed a resolution to speed up the release of the Epstein Files, which President Trump has signed into law. These files contain evidence from criminal cases against Jeffrey Epstein and his associates. The law requires the release of all files within 30 days, but there are concerns about possible delays due to a new DoJ investigation.

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The implementation of the four new Labour Codes is expected to ease the compliance burden for the country’s MSMEs. Expanded social security net, safety mandates, and greater digitisation of human resource management dictated by the Codes could push up employee costs, industry representatives are of the view that these costs pale in comparison to the reduced compliance burden.

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Alaya F, known for her love for health and wellness, frequently shares her DIY recipes on Instagram. Her latest upload revealed her go-to nighttime drink for detox, de-bloating, and digestion. The concoction includes ajwain, jeera, saunf, ginger, mint, and sabja seeds. Nutritionists Garima Goyal and Sohini Banerjee explain the health benefits of these ingredients.

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Australia's Pat Cummins, second right, reacts after Australia won the first Ashes cricket test match against England in Perth, Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025.(AP Photo)

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Pat Cummins gives an update about playing second 2025-26 Ashes Test against England

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Pat Cummins is expected to make a comeback in the second Ashes Test against England after recovering from a back injury. He has been practicing bowling and is confident of being fit for the match. However, Usman Khawaja may not be able to play due to back spasms, with Travis Head stepping in and scoring a match-winning 123 runs in the first Test.

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A day after his habeas corpus petition was rejected by the Andhra Pradesh High Court, Thippiri Gangadhar, the youngest sibling of CPI(Maoist) Central Committee member Thippiri Tirupati alias Devuji, tells The Indian Express that he has “very strong doubts” about his brother’s whereabouts.

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‘White collar’ terror case: J&K Police arrests man from Srinagar

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The State Investigation Agency (SIA) of the Jammu and Kashmir Police arrested a man on Saturday from Srinagar in the 'white collar' terror module case, officials said. The arrested accused, identified as Tufail Niyaz Bhat, is a resident of the Batamaloo area of Srinagar. He was arrested as part of the ongoing investigation into the 'white collar' terror module case.

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Ashes: Michael Vaughan says it will be amateurish if England don’t play pink ball warm-up

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England captain Ben Stokes is sticking to their original plan despite their defeat against Australia in the Perth Test. However, former captain Michael Vaughan has criticized their approach and urged them to practice with the pink ball before the second Test. The team's limited preparation and Australia's strong record in day-night Tests have raised concerns.

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Psychology can change way food tastes

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Gastrophysics is a growing field that delves into the complex relationship between our senses, brain, and mental states in shaping our eating experience. Emotions, expectations, and company can all influence how food tastes. Being mindful and paying attention to each bite can enhance the richness and satisfaction of a meal, while distractions and negative emotions can dull our taste buds.

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(RIGHT) Jasprit Bumrah, centre, celebrates the dismissal of Aiden Markram with teammates on the first day of the second India vs South Africa Test in Guwahati; (LEFT) Kuldeep Yadav celebrates the dismissal of South Africa's Marco Jansen. (AP Photo)

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Kuldeep Yadav and Jasprit Bumrah’s jugalbandi restrict South Africa in Guwahati Test

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In the second Test match between India and South Africa, Bumrah and Kuldeep led India's early resurgence, leaving South Africa six down for 247. Despite difficult weather and pitch conditions, Bumrah and Siraj built pressure on the openers, while Kuldeep's spin tactics were successful against the top order. However, South Africa's Stubbs and Temba were able to hold their ground.

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Ahead of local body polls, Kerala gets EVM tracker — created by two BTech students

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As they cast their maiden votes in the upcoming local body elections in Kerala, two BTech students have become part of the election management process by developing an inventory and management software for electronic voting machines (EVMs). Simply put, the software can track electronic voting machines (EVMs) online.

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X launches transparency feature revealing account history, location and username changes

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Elon Musk's X introduces "About this account" feature on user profiles to increase authenticity and combat misinformation. The feature, announced in October, reveals location, username changes, and joining date. It is now available to all users and allows for easy access to modify privacy settings. X joins Instagram in offering this transparency option.

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Jasmin Bhasin reveals her DIY fix for dry, itchy and flaky scalp

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Jasmin Bhasin's DIY hair mask, made with curd, honey, and lemon, is a great solution for dry, itchy scalp and frizzy hair. However, Dr Rozy Badyal cautions against improper usage. While curd nourishes and hydrates, honey aids in moisture retention and scalp repair, and lemon controls dandruff, it should be used carefully on chemically treated or sensitive scalp.

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Set up temporary detention centres in each district to lodge ‘infiltrators’: Adityanath

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Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has issued instructions to all District Magistrates (DMs) to take swift and stringent action against "infiltrators" and "illegal immigrants". Emphasising that law and order, national security, and social harmony remain top priorities, he stated that any illegal activity will not be tolerated.

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Kerala bride injured in car crash gets married in hospital to keep ‘muhurtam’

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It was a scene that could have easily been in a movie. In Kerala, a woman’s wedding day saw an unexpected turn when she met with an accident on the morning of the ceremony. Yet, instead of postponing the nuptials, her family and the groom moved quickly to ensure that the sacred muhurtam was not missed, even if it meant that they had to say their vows inside a hospital’s emergency room.

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As Delhi chokes, 16 power units around the capital run without SO₂ controls

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Delhi's air quality remains poor as 16 out of 21 coal-based thermal power units within a 300-kilometre radius continue to operate without flue gas desulphurisation (FGD) systems. These units emit high levels of sulphur dioxide (SO₂), a major pollutant. Despite government regulations, compliance with FGD installation is slow, with only 13 units out of 35 having installed the technology.

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Kannada star Dr Rajkumar sang ‘Bheege Honth Tere’ at 75, recalls Kunal Ganjawala

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Famous singer Kunal Ganjawala met legendary actor-singer Dr Rajkumar, who expressed admiration for his voice despite the language barrier. Dr Rajkumar even fed him with his own hands, leaving Kunal deeply touched. He promised to visit the Kannada superstar whenever he was in town. Sadly, Dr Rajkumar passed away.

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‘OTT platform backed out of their deal after watching 12th Fail’ says Vidhu Vinod Chopraa

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Vidhu Vinod Chopra's film '12th Fail' won two National Film Awards but faced difficulties in getting an OTT deal. The filmmaker shared that a platform backed out due to lack of funds, despite the film's success in theatres for 7 months. He also revealed the emotional tension during the shoot and how it was captured in a single long take.

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1 police constable, 2 others arrested in Bengaluru ATM cash van heist

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The Bengaluru police on Saturday announced the arrests of a police constable and two others, and recovered Rs 5.76 crore in connection with the biggest broad-day heist where Rs 7.11 crore was robbed from an ATM cash-carrying vehicle on November 19.

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Kochi man ‘beats sex worker to death, dozes off while trying to dispose body’

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A 60-year-old man in Kochi allegedly beat a woman to death at his home but dozed off near the body while trying to dispose of it, said police.

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OnePlus hints ‘New Watch’ debut alongside the global launch of OnePlus 15R

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‘Learn from Karnataka’: Cong questions effectiveness of ‘repackaged’ 4 labour codes

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The Congress party has accused the Modi government of repackaging 29 existing labour laws into four codes, questioning if it will truly benefit workers. These codes, which cover wages, industrial relations, social security, and working conditions, were implemented after five years of being cleared by Parliament. The government plans to seek public comments before finalizing the rules.

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Indian woman studying at NYU takes a stand against Nikhil Kamath’s jibe on MBA students

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No mobile data, no CCTV, no leads: How a brown tape led cops to solve a PG owner’s murder

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Chadwick Boseman honoured with Hollywood Walk of Fame star

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Matthew McConaughey shares his ultimate marriage hack; experts weigh in

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Sanju Samson shares how he heard ‘CSK is one of the finest dressing rooms’

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Vivek Oberoi says lobbies in Bollywood blocked his road to success

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Lucknow civic body conducts another campaign against unlicensed dog ownership

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The Lucknow Municipal Corporation on Saturday, November 22, launched a campaign against unlicensed dog walkers in several areas of Indira Nagar. Several dog owners were fined after they were found without a valid licence.

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Kerala cyber police file case over fake video of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar

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A fake video of the Chief Election Commissioner of Kerala has been circulating on social media, leading to a case being registered by the Thiruvananthapuram City Cyber Police. The video contained a fabricated photo and edited footage and was traced to the social media platform X. Cyber patrolling has been increased ahead of local body elections in Kerala to prevent the spread of false information.

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‘Not a big deal’: JDU’s Ashok Choudhary on Samrat Choudhary getting Home portfolio

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Reacting to the Home portfolio being allotted to Bharatiya Janata Party leader and Deputy Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary, Bihar Minister Ashok Choudhary said that it is "not a big deal" that responsibility is given to a young leader.

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Bengaluru cabbie steps out mid-ride to buy food for hungry female passenger

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A small but powerful act of kindness in Bengaluru has touched thousands online after a woman from Mumbai shared how her Uber driver came to her rescue on an unexpectedly rough night. What started as a stressful, exhausting evening turned into something she says she will never forget.

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Mitchell Starc’s stunning diving catch to dismiss England opener Zack Crawley for a pair

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Calcium tablets vs ragi: Which is a better addition to your menopausal diet?

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Farhan Akhtar says Jee Le Zaraa’s delay was stressful for him, felt he was ‘wasting’ time

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Farhan Akhtar, known for his upcoming film 120 Bahadur, has been absent from directing since Don 2 (2011). His planned movies Jee Le Zaraa and Don 3 have been postponed, causing him to struggle with his mental health and confidence. However, he is now focused on his next venture, Don 3, featuring Ranveer Singh.

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