Two people were found dead at a Los Angeles home owned by director-actor Rob Reiner on Sunday, according to a law enforcement official briefed on the investigation.
Samsung is developing a new foldable device called the Wide Fold to compete with Apple's rumored foldable iPhone. It will feature a 7.6-inch internal display and a 4:3 aspect ratio, similar to the iPhone Fold. This move shows Samsung's effort to stay ahead in the foldable market, adding to their existing range of foldable devices.
AI-powered browsers like ChatGPT Atlas and Perplexity Comet are revolutionizing web navigation, but they are still vulnerable to prompt injection attacks. These attacks exploit AI chatbots by disguising malicious inputs as legitimate prompts, putting sensitive data at risk. OpenAI and the UK National Cyber Security Centre acknowledge the difficulty of fully mitigating these attacks.
Indian Railways is constructing a 64-kilometer high-speed test track between Gudha and Thathana Mithri in the Jodhpur division of North Western Railway. The project, costing Rs 967 crore, is expected to be completed by March 2026 and will support a maximum speed of 220 kmph.
Indian cricketer Smriti Mandhana is winning hearts with her heartwarming gesture for a young female fan from Kashmir. The moment unfolded when filmmaker Kabir Khan shared a series of photos from his visit to the Valley.
Enrique Iglesias and Anna Kournikova welcomed their fourth child, but have not revealed the sex or name. The couple received an outpouring of congratulations on social media. They have been together since 2001 and are already parents to three children. Despite never getting married, they are praised for being great parents.
A day after the Bangladesh High Commission in New Delhi temporarily suspended visa and consular operations in the national capital as well as Agartala, Indian High Commissioner Pranay Verma was summoned by the Bangladesh Ministry of Foreign Affairs on Tuesday to convey Dhaka’s “grave concern” over the situation.
Indian crows are highly intelligent birds, possessing cognitive abilities that rival some mammals. They are known for their advanced problem-solving skills, strong memory, and remarkable adaptability, thriving in human-dominated landscapes. Their capacity to use and manufacture tools, solve complex problems, and exhibit cognitive flexibility make them stand out.
Akshaye Khanna's performance in Dhurandhar is being lauded for his cinematic approach and dedication. Co-star Aditya Uppal shared a behind-the-scenes story where Khanna asked to be hit hard during a scene, showcasing his commitment to his craft. The film, directed by Aditya Dhar, has already crossed Rs 800 crore at the global box office.
Indian Railways is set to release the new timetable, ‘Trains at a Glance 2026’, which will feature detailed information on routes, timings, and amenities of key passenger trains. It will also include new trains such as Vande Bharat, Amrit Bharat, and Namo Bharat Rapid Rail. The timetable aims to improve connectivity and reduce travel time.
A blogger’s candid reflection on returning to India after living abroad has struck a chord online, with many relating to her emotional journey rather than the physical move itself. She shared that relocating back home was not really about settling addresses, schools, or routines, but about an internal shift that changed how she approaches everyday life.
In December 2025, Dubai International Airport is ranked as the busiest global airport with 5.50 million seats, followed by Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport and Tokyo Haneda. Guangzhou Baiyun saw a 12% rise in seats, while Shanghai Pudong and Chicago O'Hare also made the top 10 list. Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport jumped to 7th place with a 9% increase in seats.
BJP leader Akshay Garg was brutally murdered by three masked men while inspecting a road construction site in Chhattisgarh's Korba district. The incident occurred at 9 am on Tuesday and Garg's supporters rushed him to a hospital, where he was declared dead. Police have increased security at the hospital and are trying to arrest the accused, while senior officials have reached the spot.
Tamannaah Bhatia, 35, shared her slow morning routine on Instagram, where she can be seen enjoying some milk tea and soaked nuts. Dietitian Garima Goyal suggests pairing tea and dry fruits for a gentle and nutritious start to the day. However, it's important to be mindful of portion size and overall dietary balance. Including whole-food meals later in the morning ensures comprehensive nutrition.
Chinmayi Sripada called out Sivaji for his misogynistic comments about women's attire during a promotional event. She criticized his double standards and sexism in the industry, emphasizing the importance of respecting women and not objectifying them based on their clothing choices.
A group of hacktivists have scraped and archived millions of music files, album art, and metadata from Spotify, in a move that could potentially let anyone clone one of the world’s largest music streaming services. The 86 million audio files and over 256 million rows of track metadata amounting to roughly 300 terabytes of storage have been saved on Anna’s Archive.
Singer-composer Arijit Singh never fails to surprise his fans during his concerts by performing songs he hasn’t sung before and giving them his own unique rendition. Recently, Singh delighted audiences when he sang Saiyaara, one of the most popular Hindi songs of the year, originally performed by Faheem Abdullah.
FSSAI reassures that eggs in India are safe to eat, dismissing cancer risk claims on social media. Use of nitrofurans in poultry and egg production is banned and trace amounts pose no health threat. Experts confirm eggs as a valuable part of a balanced diet and not a direct cause of cancer. Trust medical advice and maintain a balanced diet for good health.
Australian captain Pat Cummins ruled out of remaining Ashes Tests, along with off-spinner Nathan Lyon. Steve Smith will return as captain for fourth Test. Jhye Richardson and Todd Murphy added to squad as replacements. Coach Andrew McDonald says decision made to protect Cummins' long-term health. Spin options being considered for Boxing Day Test.
England cricket's managing director Rob Key has defended the team's four-day break between the second and third Ashes Test in Noosa, but also stressed that excessive drinking is unacceptable for an international team. Reports of players drinking heavily have raised concerns about their preparation for the third Test.
Aditya Dhar's Dhurandhar is a record-breaking film receiving praise for its filming, especially the scenes in Pakistan. Actor Naveen Kaushik, amazed by the film's violence and scale, was shocked by the 26/11 and torture scenes. He was initially doubtful about them being allowed. The film stars Arjun Rampal and is garnering much attention.
Bengaluru fans will miss seeing Virat Kohli play in the Vijay Hazare Trophy as local authorities have not given permission for crowds. Talks are ongoing between the cricket association and state government to decide on the venue, with concerns about crowd management after a stampede incident in June. The festive season adds to the concerns.
Canada experienced a significant decrease in international student and temporary worker arrivals in 2025 due to stricter eligibility criteria and a cap on intake. The number of study permit holders also declined, particularly in October. The government has taken steps to regulate inflows and improve outcomes for students.
A former Nickelodeon star has reportedly been seen living on the streets in California. Tylor Chase, now 36, who played Martin Qwerly on Ned’s Declassified School Survival Guide from 2004 to 2007, was spotted homeless in Riverside, Los Angeles.
Bahraini rapper Flipperachi's song "Fa9la" gains worldwide fame after being featured in Bollywood movie Dhurandhar. In an interview, he discusses the song's success, its significance, and his plans to visit India. He also shares his artistic journey and potential collaborations with Indian producers.
OpenAI has introduced 'Your Year with ChatGPT' for eligible users in select markets, offering a personalized summary of their interactions with the chatbot over the year. Similar to Spotify Wrapped, the recap includes awards, poems, and images based on usage patterns. Participation is optional and can be accessed through the web or by asking ChatGPT.
Some Govinda fans have been jumping with joy on social media in reaction to a new video that’s being widely circulated. The video shows the actor, appearing as a Na’vi, decked up in a glittery, colourful Indian attire, and mouthing his popular “Hata sawan ki ghata” dialogue from David Dhawan’s 1997 romantic comedy Deewana Masatana.
Wesley So, a 2700-rated American grandmaster, reflects on the difficulty of breaking into the elite club of 2700-rated players in chess. He explains that it took him four years to make the leap from 2600 to 2700, and the pressure and competition from young players make it a challenging feat.
The Gujarat government further relaxed the prohibition law for Gujarat International Finance Tec-City (Gift City), allowing drinking anywhere in the hotels and restaurant premises including inside the rooms, allowing visitors without liquor permits in the wine and dine area and raising the bar on drinking permits for employee guests from five to 25.
ISRO's LVM3-M6, also known as the BlueBird Block-2 Mission, is a dedicated commercial launch planned on the LVM3 rocket to place the BlueBird Block-2 communication satellite of the US-based AST SpaceMobile into orbit. The mission represents the sixth operational flight of the LVM3 launch vehicle, further underlining India’s growing role in commercial space launches.
Aditya Dhar’s period spy thriller Dhurandhar, starring Ranveer Singh in the lead role, continues to break global box office records despite a significant fall in domestic earnings on its third Monday. The film has now collected Rs 571.75 crore at the Indian box office and Rs 872.25 crore at the worldwide box office.
Indian sportswomen made a mark in 2025 with Sree Charani's ice-cool control, Sheetal Devi's relentless grit, and Divya Deshmukh's gambit moves in chess. From badminton to shooting, boxing to archery, these young athletes have conquered the field. Armless archer Sheetal Devi, a Para world champion, is now aiming to win a medal at able-bodied events.
BJP's "Samwad" initiative in Madhya Pradesh aims to bridge the gap between party leaders and the bureaucracy. However, it has highlighted the lack of communication between the two and the local administration's disregard for party workers. Despite facing challenges, the initiative has not yet achieved its goals of finding quick solutions to workers' issues.
Indian Blind Women's Cricket Team wins T20 World Cup, visits PM's residence and BCCI headquarters. Captain Deepika raises issues affecting her village and gets Rs 6.2 crore allotted by Andhra Pradesh Deputy CM. Village faces lack of roads and regressive practices towards women. Deepika's journey from poverty to success in cricket. BCCI congratulates team and country proud of their performance.
The government's new definition of the Aravalli Hills has been met with backlash, as it excludes a significant portion of the range and could have negative environmental impacts. Despite claims of strong protection, mining and other activities are still permitted in a small portion of the hills, causing concern for their preservation.
1,000 crore The Enforcement Directorate is facing backlash for delays in money laundering cases. The director has instructed officials to speed up investigations and file prosecution complaints. The agency is collaborating with the judiciary to establish more special courts. They have set a target of 500 prosecution complaints and aim to recover Rs. 1,000 crore for victims.
The Sahyog portal, launched in 2024 to combat cybercrime, has issued 91 takedown notices to X Corp in the past two years. Over 1,100 URLs were red-flagged, with most for disturbing public order and targeting political figures. Only 14 notices were for criminal activities, including child sexual abuse material.
Former CM Bhupesh Baghel's son Chaitanya allegedly personally benefited by Rs 200-250 crore in the liquor scam, according to the Chhattisgarh EOW and Anti-Corruption Bureau. The agency claims that a syndicate of bureaucrats, politicians, and excise officials caused a loss of Rs 3,074 crore to the state exchequer. Chaitanya is accused of acting as a bridge between officials and the syndicate.
India and New Zealand have reached a free trade agreement with the goal of doubling trade in 5 years. The deal will benefit both countries and promote collaboration in education, tourism, and healthcare. However, concerns remain about unequal tariffs and the exclusion of dairy products.
The Uttar Pradesh government has requested to drop the case against the accused in the lynching of Mohammad Akhlaq. The defence argued that there were inconsistencies in witness statements, leading to the court granting bail to two accused in 2017. The prosecution is now seeking to withdraw charges against the remaining accused, citing similar inconsistencies.
The Bangladesh High Commission in New Delhi has suspended consular and visa services temporarily due to "unavoidable circumstances." This decision was made after Indian visa operations in Chittagong were suspended indefinitely. The move comes amidst unrest in Bangladesh following the death of a protest leader against the Awami League government.
Maintaining healthy blood pressure is crucial for a healthy heart, especially in older adults. A reading of 150/80 mmHg suggests high systolic pressure, increasing the risk of heart disease and other health problems. Consistent high readings should be taken seriously, and lifestyle changes like exercise and stress management can help.
India Optel Limited (IOL) signed a collaboration agreement with France’s Safran Electronics and Defense for the transfer of production of two high-precision systems used in artillery guns, air defense systems, missiles, and radars. This will pave the way for local manufacturing and improve the operational capabilities of the Indian Army.
India's aviation regulator has clarified that IndiGo can only use wet-leased aircraft from Turkey-based airlines until March, with no possibility of extension. The lease on two Boeing 777 aircraft from Turkish carriers will end in February and has not been renewed. IndiGo currently operates 15 wet-leased aircraft, with eight more to be inducted, from operators in Europe and the Middle East.
South Africa defeated Angola 2-1 in their opening match at the Africa Cup of Nations, with Lyle Foster scoring the winning goal from outside the box. Despite a disallowed goal and hitting the crossbar, South Africa managed to hold on for the win. Angola had their chances, but South Africa's well-organized team secured a positive start to their campaign.
Indian women's cricket team, led by Harmanpreet Kaur, is determined to enhance their fielding skills and maintain their winning streak against Sri Lanka in the second WT20I. Although their fielding was a concern in the first game, Kaur is confident that the team will bounce back after a six-week break.
Despite leading the Premier League at Christmas, Arsenal's manager Mikel Arteta knows that this does not guarantee a title win, as past experiences have taught him. Arsenal has held the top spot at Christmas four times in the Premier League era but has never won the title.
India Women (IND-W) dominated Sri Lanka Women (SL-W) in the 2nd T20I match, winning by 8 wickets. Jemimah Rodrigues scored a half century, continuing her impressive form from the World Cup. India's fielding was a concern with 4 dropped catches, but they will look to improve in the second match at ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium, Visakhapatnam.
Hikaru Nakamura, a top contender for the Candidates tournament, is focusing on preparation and has only one tournament planned. He believes in working smarter, not harder, and has found a balance between being a content creator and a chess player. He continues to stream and create content for his YouTube channel, proving that traditional notions of studying chess for long hours are outdated.
Dinesh Karthik reflects on his time playing with Virat Kohli, describing him as a fierce competitor but also a fun-loving person. He admires Kohli's will to fight and never back down, and sees him as a serial winner who enjoys winning more than anything else.