Indian student killed in Canada was ‘assaulted by 10-12 boys, run over by vehicle’

India March 18, 2026

Gurkirat Singh Manocha had a clear plan for his future - one year at college in Canada, a postgraduate diploma, and then back to India to work in his family's business. However, he was tragically killed in an alleged attack by a group of students. The family is waiting for his body to be repatriated and for justice to be served.

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Drishyam 3 box office collection day 11: Ajay Devgn's film drops by over 72%.

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Drishyam 3 box office day 11: Ajay Devgn film drops by 72%, earns Rs 490 cr worldwide

Entertainment 38 min ago

Abhishek Pathak’s crime thriller Drishyam 3, starring Ajay Devgn, continues to benefit from the absence of any new Hindi release this past Friday. That’s why despite a massive fall in earnings, of more than 72%, the threequel continues to hold its ground by securing more than 13,000 shows across India. After 11 days, the film has now amassed Rs 378.24 crore gross and Rs 315.25 crore net in India.

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Rakesh Roshan, 77, works out 5 days a week; coach reveals his fitness secrets

Lifestyle 46 min ago

At 77, Rakesh Roshan maintains a strict routine of five weekly workouts, daily walks and simple home-cooked meals. Trainer Sajid Khan says sessions balance strength, flexibility and cardio, adapting to Roshan’s needs. Khan credits Roshan’s punctuality and consistency—even through cancer treatment—and says regular exercise matters more than long gym sessions.

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Why inflation is spreading beyond food and fuel, and what it means for RBI interest rates

Explained 34 min ago

India’s CPI inflation rose to 5.54% in September from 4.83% in August, with price increases spreading across more items. The number of CPI items recording inflation above the RBI’s 4% target nearly doubled from January to 129; 319 items rose month-on-month in September. The RBI’s own measure showed broadening pressures, though Nomura judged them below average in August.

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India smartphone shipments hit 48.4 million in Q3 2025 amid Diwali boost. (Expres s Image)

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Global smartphone shipments record worst third quarter in 14 years amid memory shortage

Technology 53 min ago

Global smartphone shipments fell 20% on-year to their lowest third-quarter level since 2012, as soaring memory ⁠chip costs and supply shortages pressured manufacturers and pushed up prices, preliminary estimates from Counterpoint Research showed on Monday. Rising prices for memory components as AI infrastructure projects corner supplies have driven up production costs.

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HCLTech signs pact with Anthropic, to set up business unit

Technology 58 min ago

HCLTech on Monday announced a global partnership with Anthropic, under which it will set up a dedicated business unit to build agentic AI solutions using Claude for enterprise clients, while its software arm will embed the AI models in select products, the company said in an exchange filing.

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UK given access to safety-test latest AI models, minister says

Technology 1 hr ago

Britain's AI Security Institute has been given access to the latest advanced AI models and is working with the US government and major developers, including Google, to assess their safety, AI Minister Kanishka Narayan said on Monday. Britain, which is not home to any major AI developers, is seeking a leading role in efforts to assess and manage the risks posed by increasingly powerful AI ⁠systems.

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China busts ‘Breaking Bad’-style drug racket led by retired chemistry professor

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Chinese authorities have busted a cross-border drug-trafficking network run by a retired chemistry professor and a man with a master’s degree in chemistry.

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No more protests at Jantar Mantar. These are Dellhi’s new demonstration sites

Cities 51 min ago

Delhi Police has designated Burari Ground, Ramlila Maidan and East Delhi’s CBD Ground as protest sites, replacing Jantar Mantar. Burari, about 22 km from Parliament, can hold up to 100,000 people but may worsen highway congestion. Ramlila Maidan is more central and holds 50,000, though its dense surroundings and heavy traffic pose challenges.

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‘Beaten with lathis, kicked’: Protesters say they were assaulted in detention

Cities 2 hr ago

Three men detained during Delhi’s CJP protests alleged police assaulted detainees at temporary facilities and a police post. Medical records document injuries including bruises, abrasions and a fracture in Nihal Alam’s right elbow. Lawyer Fidal Tom’s records also describe multiple injuries. Delhi Police said it had received no complaints but would act under the law if complaints were filed.

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‘Dead in front of my eyes’: Mother recalls man’s fatal assault over Delhi Metro seat

Cities 3 hr ago

Pawan Sharma, 46, died after an alleged assault on the Delhi Metro over a senior-citizen seat on October 8. His mother, Durga, said she watched a former IAS officer and his son attack him while bystanders failed to intervene. The two men were arrested the next day. Sharma’s family described him as gentle and devoted, and called for justice.

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IMF raises India growth forecast to 7%, warns of fragmented global outlook

Business 3 hr ago

The IMF raised India’s growth forecast to 7% for 2026-27 and 2027-28, citing resilient domestic demand and strong services, while the RBI projects 7.1% growth this year. Global growth is forecast at 3.1% in 2026, as conflict-related disruptions weigh on energy-dependent economies, especially in West Asia.

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After metros, monorails and pod taxis, Mumbai region may get an ‘elevated bus’

Cities 9 min ago

Vasai Virar officials are considering a 3.1-km elevated, driverless automated guideway transit link between the upcoming Mumbai-Ahmedabad bullet train station in Virar East and Metro Line 13 in Nalasopara West. The smaller, lower-cost system could also connect to the suburban railway.

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In May 2024, he was thrown from the moving train after he objected to men smoking inside the coach

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A train tragedy irreversibly damaged his spine, but failed to break his will

Cities 2 hr ago

Tushar Thakur was left wheelchair-bound with permanent spinal damage after being assaulted and thrown from a train in May 2024 for objecting to smoking. The injury ended his Air Force ambitions; he is now preparing for UPSC exams and hopes to walk again. His family says treatment has cost up to Rs 30 lakh.

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2026 Economics Nobel: How to keep an economy stable using policy tools

Explained 4 hr ago

The Economics Nobel 2026 has been awarded to American economists Robert E Hall of Stanford University and Michael Woodford of Columbia University for their contributions to the microeconomic foundations of macroeconomic stabilisation, research that helps explain how governments and central banks use economic policies to manage inflation, unemployment and growth.

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‘Double diabetes’: What it means, who is at risk and what to watch for

Lifestyle 4 hr ago

“Double diabetes” is an informal term for type 1 diabetes combined with insulin resistance—not a separate diagnosis of both diabetes types. It can raise insulin needs and make blood sugar harder to manage. Doctors assess the person’s overall health and metabolic markers; treatment still requires insulin and may include lifestyle changes or other medicines.

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Ranji Trophy: Brick-by-brick, Mason’s son Sudip Gharami is building run mountain

Sports 11 hr ago

Sudip Gharami’s unbeaten 122 against Delhi followed scores of 299 and 146 in his last three Ranji matches, extending a prolific run that includes 567 runs and a Duleep Trophy century. Despite strong recent results, he says a brief lean patch drove him to work on his technique.

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Kangana Ranaut Meets President Droupadi Murmu

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Kangana Ranaut goes full ‘pahadi girl’ in Himachali topi, shawl and embroidered suit

Lifestyle 11 hr ago

During a three-day visit to Himachal Pradesh, actor and BJP MP Kangana Ranaut met President Droupadi Murmu in Manali and presented her with a traditional Kullvi shawl. Ranaut wore a colourful Kullu-inspired outfit and Himachali topi, and visited Hadimba Temple and the Atal Tunnel. She also praised Himachal’s folk music and highlighted the region’s cultural traditions.

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‘Pine trees are underrated’: How they protect soil, store carbon and support livelihoods

Lifestyle 12 hr ago

Pine trees support Himalayan livelihoods, stabilize soil and store carbon, while thriving in poor soils. But extensive monoculture plantations can displace native forests, increase fire risks and affect local water supplies. Environmentalist Jasmit Singh Arora says pine is not inherently harmful or a climate cure-all.

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Denmark Open Super 750: Sindhu faces An Se-young, Lakshya against Chou Tien-Chen

Sports 52 min ago

Indian shuttlers face a tough draw at the Denmark Open Super 750, beginning tomorrow. PV Sindhu opens against world No. 1 An Se-young, whom she has lost to in their past 10 meetings. Lakshya Sen faces third seed Chou Tien-chen, while Ayush Shetty meets Asian Games bronze medallist Alwi Farhan. Kidambi Srikanth also competes.

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Saba Ali Khan recalls brain tumour diagnosis at 27 after suddenly fainting

Lifestyle 13 hr ago

Saba Ali Khan recalled fainting unexpectedly at 27 and later being diagnosed with a brain tumour, which was surgically treated in 2006. Neurosurgeons say persistent or worsening headaches, unexplained vomiting, seizures, vision or movement problems, and significant memory or behavioural changes merit medical evaluation. A sudden, severe “thunderclap” headache requires emergency care.

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Rishabh Pant of India plays a shot during Day 2 of the 2nd Test match between Sri Lanka and India at the Sinhalese Sports Club Ground, Colombo, Sri Lanka, on August 24, 2026.

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Pant out of India A squad for first 2 New Zealand matches, Kushagra replaces him

Sports 13 hr ago

Rishabh Pant has been ruled out of India A’s first two matches against New Zealand A with a left-side strain. Kumar Kushagra replaces him, while Pant’s availability for the third match will be assessed later; he is recovering under the BCCI medical team. Dhruv Jurel will captain and keep wicket. Pant has also fallen out of India’s ODI plans, having last played the format in August 2024.

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Saurashtra’s Ravindra Jadeja celebrates his century on day two of the Ranji Trophy Group B cricket match between Saurashtra and Chhattisgarh, in Rajkot, Monday, Oct. 12, 2026. (PTI Photo)

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Ranji Trophy Day 2: Jadeja scores 102, Jharkhand pass 500, MP lead in Srinagar

Sports 14 hr ago

In a see-saw Ranji Trophy round, Madhya Pradesh led Jammu & Kashmir by 135 after dismissing them for 120 and reaching 56/4. Ravindra Jadeja scored 102 as Saurashtra made 392 against Chhattisgarh’s 122/3. Bengal led Delhi by 64 at 304/3, with unbeaten centuries from Sudip Kumar Gharami and Abhishek Porel.

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Coal tar shampoo for dandruff: Dermatologist shares benefits, risks, precautions, myths

Lifestyle 14 hr ago

Coal tar shampoo slows skin-cell growth, helping reduce flaking, itching and inflammation from dandruff, seborrheic dermatitis and psoriasis. Dermatologists may recommend using it two to three times weekly. It is generally safe as directed but can cause dryness, irritation or sun sensitivity.

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Mumbai’s Tushar Deshpande celebrates after taking five wickets during a Ranji Trophy cricket match between Mumbai and Chandigarh, in Mumbai, Monday, Oct. 12, 2026. (PTI Photo)

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Ranji: Tushar Deshpande’s hat-trick puts Mumbai in command against Chandigarh

Sports 14 hr ago

Tushar Deshpande’s hat-trick and 5 for 17 bowled Chandigarh out for 78 after Mumbai posted 429 on Day 2 at Wankhede. Mohit Avasthi took 3 for 9. Chandigarh were 1 for no wicket in their second innings at stumps, still 351 behind. Tanush Kotian, Deshpande and Avasthi helped Mumbai build their total.

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Robert E. Hall and Michael Woodford are shown on the screen as they are announced as the laureates of the Sveriges Riksbank Prize in Economic Sciences in Memory of Alfred Nobel (TT News Agency via AP)

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Nobel Prize in Economics 2026: How Hall, Woodford reshaped modern economic policy

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Robert E. Hall and Michael Woodford won the 2026 Economics Nobel for research underpinning modern New Keynesian models. Hall showed that household consumption responds to new information about future wealth, while Woodford combined forward-looking expectations with interest-rate theory to explain how policy affects demand and inflation.

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Delhi Police personnel standing guard on the road leading to the Election Commission of India (ECI) headquarters, near Jantar Mantar in New Delhi on October 7. (Express photo by Praveen Khanna)

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Jantar Mantar de-notified as protest site: Who decides where protests can be held?

Explained 12 hr ago

Delhi Police has removed Jantar Mantar’s status as a designated protest site, naming Ramlila Maidan, Burari Ground and CBD Ground as alternatives. Delhi Police operates under the Union Home Ministry. Courts allow regulated protest sites but require authorities to balance demonstrators’ rights with public order, safety and residents’ interests.

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Manchester City's Iliman Ndiaye, left, challenges for the ball with Liverpool's Florian Wirtz during the English Premier League soccer match between Liverpool and Manchester City in Liverpool, England, Sunday, Oct. 11, 2026. (AP Photo/Jon Super)

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‘Shouldn’t be in Liverpool team right now’: Carragher slams Wirtz after Man City loss

Sports 15 hr ago

After Liverpool’s 3-0 loss to Manchester City, Jamie Carragher called for Florian Wirtz to be dropped, saying his performances have been inadequate after 50–60 games. The £116 million signing has scored and assisted five times each in 39 Premier League appearances.

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Madhuri Dixit says Shriram Nene has embraced India very well.

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Dr Nene didn’t recognise Shah Rukh, Salman Khan at wedding; didn’t watch Madhuri films

Entertainment 15 hr ago

Madhuri Dixit and Dr Shriram Nene recalled meeting and marrying in 1999 during a conversation with Farah Khan. Nene said he knew little about Madhuri’s fame because he had grown up in the US watching Hollywood films. They dated for three months before he proposed, then married privately in California and held a reception attended by Bollywood stars Nene barely recognised.

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Woman weighing 111 kg loses 45 kg in 1 year, shares glimpses of transformation

Lifestyle 15 hr ago

Ekta Bindal said she lost 45 kg, going from 111 kg to 66 kg in a year, and shared a glimpse of her gym workout without explaining her approach. Nutritionist Gulnaaz Shaikh cautioned that safety depends on individual health, nutrition and medical supervision.

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Shekhar Suman recently opened up about losing his 11-year-old son Aayush to a serious illness.

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‘Papa, save me’: Shekhar Suman recalls son’s tragic final moments before death at 11

Entertainment 15 hr ago

Actor-TV presenter Shekhar Suman recently took a trip down memory lane, recalling the most difficult period of his life when his eldest son, Aayush, was diagnosed with a serious disease and eventually succumbed to it. Shekhar shared that he struggled to find work during that time and eventually had to take television offers, despite being initially uninterested, because he had no other option.

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West Indies players Rovman Powell and Sherfane Rutherford were on Monday reprimanded for breaching the ICC Code of Conduct during the second men's T20 International against India in Ranchi last Friday.

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Rovman Powell, Sherfane Rutherford reprimanded for breaching ICC Code of Conduct

Sports 16 hr ago

West Indies players Rovman Powell and Sherfane Rutherford were reprimanded and each given one demerit point for separate ICC Code of Conduct breaches in the second T20I against India. Both admitted the charges. West Indies won that match by six wickets, but India responded with a 14-run victory in the third T20I to lead the five-match series 2-1.

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GI doctor recalls emergency case of ‘steakhouse syndrome’ caused by an unchewed bite

Lifestyle 16 hr ago

A patient developed sudden chest pain and inability to swallow after iftar when unchewed chicken and a bone blocked the oesophagus. Doctors removed them during emergency endoscopy. Experts warn that persistent food blockage, drooling, or inability to swallow saliva or liquids requires urgent medical care because delays can cause tears, aspiration, or perforation.

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He starred in 100 ads, a Hrithik Roshan film, then chose Quantum Physics: Meet Jas Khetani

Entertainment 17 hr ago

Former child actor Jas Khetani, 20, left entertainment at the height of his career after appearing in more than 100 ads and the film *Kaabil*. He now studies computer science and mathematics at Fairleigh Dickinson University, earning a 3.97 GPA while exploring quantum computing, AI, robotics and software development.

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Rajinikanth recently revealed a fascinating condition Mithun Chakraborty put before the makers of Jailer 2 before agreeing to join the film.

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‘Rajinikanth can’t beat or shoot me’: Mithun Chakraborty’s one condition for Jailer 2

Entertainment 17 hr ago

Rajinikanth's Jailer 2 marks the comeback of cinema legend Mithun Chakraborty to the Tamil film industry after more than a decade. Meanwhile, Rajinikanth recently revealed a fascinating condition Mithun put before the makers of Jailer 2 before agreeing to join the film. Mithun’s prerequisite was that the superstar’s character, “Tiger” Muthuvel Pandian, should neither beat him up nor shoot him.

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Naman Dhir of India celebrates the wicket of Shimron Hetmyer of West Indies during the 3rd T20I match between India and West Indies at the Holkar Stadium, Indore, India on October 11, 2026.

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Dhir explains how batting skills help him read opposition batters while bowling

Sports 17 hr ago

India allrounder Naman Dhir said his batting experience helps him read opponents’ stance, backlift and shot preferences while bowling. In the third T20I against West Indies, he dismissed Kamil Pooran and Shimron Hetmyer after both attacked him. Dhir said he uses such observations, disciplined line and length, and changes of pace to take wickets with his off-spin.

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Intel CEO says Chinese frontier AI model adoption has been ‘very fast’

Technology 17 hr ago

Intel CEO Lip-Bu Tan said on Monday that the token costs of Chinese frontier AI models have been lower and adoption ⁠has been "very fast". At a panel organised by lender DBS on Monday, Tan said the performances ⁠of Chinese models, such as DeepSeek, Kimi ‌and GLM, are "good enough".

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Shekhar Suman recalls fighting elections against 'hurt' Shatrughan Sinha in 2009

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Shekhar Suman joined BJP for 24 hours; Shatrughan Sinha was ‘hurt’: ‘Fought against him’

Entertainment 17 hr ago

Shekhar Suman says he has no regrets about briefly joining the BJP in 2024, though he considers it a miscalculation and says he is not politically inclined. He recalled being encouraged to contest the 2009 election for Congress against Shatrughan Sinha, whom he respects and says he did not intend to oppose personally.

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Columbus Day: How an explorer became a divisive figure in US history

Explained 17 hr ago

Trump used Columbus Day messages and White House events to appeal to Italian American voters, praising Columbus and criticizing efforts to remove his statues. The federal holiday, observed on the second Monday in October, is important to many Italian Americans but remains contentious because Columbus’s voyages helped launch colonisation that devastated Indigenous peoples.

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UK university crisis: Job cuts, strikes and course closures put arts, humanities at risk

Education 1 hr ago

The University of Nottingham approved restructuring that could cut 609 roles and suspend new enrolments in modern languages and music. Strikes at Nottingham, Edinburgh and Dundee reflect sector-wide financial pressures, while raising concerns about jobs, course choice and student support. Regulators warn many universities face deficits.

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Arshdeep Singh of India celebrates the wicket of Shai Hope of West Indies during the 3rd T20I match between India and West Indies at the Holkar Stadium, Indore, India on October 11, 2026.

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‘Sorry to Axar bhai’: Arshdeep apologizes to Patel for run out vs West Indies

Sports 17 hr ago

Arshdeep Singh took three wickets, including Shai Hope and Sherfane Rutherford, as India beat West Indies by 14 runs in the third T20I to lead the five-match series 2-1. He said India’s plan to contain Hope was executed well by all six bowlers. Arshdeep also scored 11 runs and apologized for a run-out involving Axar Patel.

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Inside Sourav Joshi’s new Haldwani home: A gaming room, spacious living area and more

Lifestyle 17 hr ago

YouTuber Sourav Joshi, who has over 39 million subscribers, offered a look inside his new Haldwani home. The modern, practical property features family-focused living spaces, a compact kitchen, a dedicated gaming room, a garden and parking for luxury vehicles including a G-Wagon and Porsche. Joshi began his YouTube career in 2019.

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Mallika Sukumaran has backed Manju Warrier amid director Sanal Kumar Sasidharan's claims.

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‘Is he a fraud?’: Prithviraj’s mother Mallika slams Sanal Kumar over Manju Warrier row

Entertainment 19 hr ago

Veteran thespian Mallika Sukumaran has extended her full support to renowned actor Manju Warrier amid controversy over award-winning director Sanal Kumar Sasidharan’s claims that a crime syndicate is allegedly holding her captive. Commending Manju for the dignity with which she has handled everything, Mallika criticised those creating an alleged ruckus over her, without naming Sanal or others.

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HP OmniPad 12 review: A promising return to tablets with room to grow

Technology 1 hr ago

The launch of the HP OmniPad 12 earlier this year marked the company’s return to the tablet category after more than a decade. The 2-in-1 device has been designed for students, first-time users, and working professionals on the move. The seamless switch between tablet and desktop modes, triggered by simply clicking the device into the holder, feels like quite the evolution.

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Nathan McSweeney opens up on being dropped from the Australian side (AP)

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Watching Kohli, Smith tackle spin: Australia A star’s secret to dominating India A

Sports 18 hr ago

Nathan McSweeney was the highest scorer for Australia A as they ended their tour of India with a 2-1 win in a 50-over series against India A in Puducherry. McSweeney finished with 194 runs in three innings at an average of 64.66.

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Pati, Patni, Aur Panga 2 review: Frictions look forced, VFX kills the fun vibe

Entertainment 18 hr ago

*Pati, Patni Aur Panga 2* reunites a strong celebrity-couple lineup, hosted by Sonali Bendre and Munawar Faruqui, but its first episodes feel too similar to season one. The review praises Rahul Vaidya’s spontaneity, Archana and Parmeet’s banter, and the hosts, but says repetitive, stereotyped tasks and distracting effects overshadow the couples’ personal stories.

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A 7-day checklist to lower cortisol is going viral: An endocrinologist weighs in

Lifestyle 18 hr ago

Ben Azadi’s seven-day checklist recommends habits such as morning sunlight, regular meals, gratitude and stress relief. Endocrinologist Dr Pranav Ghody says sleep, exercise and relaxation have the strongest evidence for supporting cortisol regulation, while some diet-related tips have less clear direct effects. Cortisol naturally fluctuates, so it need not always be lowered.

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Speeding car rams into bike Tamil Nadu video

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He walks away as bike goes flying: Terrifying crash caught on CCTV

Trending 18 hr ago

A 19-year-old man had a miraculous escape after a speeding car rammed into his motorcycle in Tamil Nadu’s Tuticorin, sending the two-wheeler flying.

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Jantar Mantar ‘denotified’ as protest site: How it became Delhi’s hub for dissent

Explained 19 hr ago

Delhi Police has de-notified Jantar Mantar as a protest site, naming Ramlila Ground, Burari Ground and CBD Ground as alternatives following a Home Ministry committee’s recommendations. The decision drew criticism from protest organisers, who called it an arbitrary restriction on peaceful assembly. Jantar Mantar has hosted major demonstrations for decades.

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Amitabh declines handshake after female fan invades personal space outside Jalsa, watch

Entertainment 19 hr ago

Amitabh Bachchan celebrated his 84th birthday on October 11 by greeting fans outside his Mumbai home. He declined requests to shake hands after some fans crossed the security cordon, prompting mixed reactions online. Celebrities and daughter-in-law Aishwarya Rai Bachchan wished him publicly.

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Marathi Actress Madhu Kambikar Dies at 73

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Veteran Marathi actor, Lavani artiste Madhu Kambikar dies at 73 in Pune

Entertainment 18 hr ago

Veteran Marathi actor and Lavani performer Madhu Kambikar died in Pune at 73 after a prolonged illness and complications following a paralytic stroke. She built a career spanning films, folk and commercial theatre, and television, earning several awards, including a Filmfare Award for Shaapit.

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