Vidya Balan opens up about the darkest period of her career

Lifestyle December 14, 2025

Vidya Balan, a successful Bollywood actor, shares her experience with rejection and how it can feel crushing. She advises on how to detach and navigate failures, and highlights the importance of building resilience. It's important to acknowledge and process emotions, reframe the narrative, and learn from rejection.

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Dhurandhar Box Office Collection Day 11: Ranveer Singh-starrer to cross Rs 400 crore mark

Entertainment 32 min ago

Dhurandhar Box Office Collection Day 11: Aditya Dhar's action film has surpassed all expectations, breaking records and entering the top 10 list of highest-grossing Indian films. With a net collection of Rs 379.75 crore in India and Rs 579 crore worldwide, it has become Ranveer Singh's most successful film and Akshaye Khanna's second most successful.

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A school teacher died after a speeding truck hit her two-wheeler on Pune’s Katraj–Kondhwa road; the truck driver has been arrested.

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Teacher killed in road mishap on Katraj Kondhwa road, truck driver held

Cities 51 min ago

A speeding truck caused the death of a 52-year-old school teacher, Rama Kapadi, on Katraj Kondhwa road. Her daughter lodged an FIR and the truck driver was arrested. In another incident, a dumper killed a 21-year-old motorcycle rider in Wagholi. Police are investigating both cases and searching for the dumper driver.

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Lionel Messi fans at Arun Jaitley Stadium chanted ‘AQI, AQI’ when Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta got on the stage. (Express photo by Abhinav Saha)

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‘AQI, AQI’ chorus as Delhi CM arrives for Messi event amid spike in air pollution

Sports 1 hr ago

Delhi CM Rekha Gupta joined Lionel Messi at the GOAT Tour, but hazardous air with an AQI of 325 caused delays. Messi arrived at 2:30pm, interacted with young footballers, and met with political and sports figures. Chants of "AQI, AQI" continued until Gupta left and was even booed on her way out.

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Four killed in Delhi-Agra Yamuna Expressway pile-up near Mathura due to fog: Video

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At least four people were killed in an accident as multiple cars and buses caught fire on the Delhi-Agra Yamuna Expressway near Mathura after a vehicle pile-up. As many as 11 fire tenders were pressed into service to douse the fire and conduct a rescue operation.

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Flight operations at airports in Delhi and other parts of north India have been hit due to poor visibility because of dense fog (Photo: ANI).

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Delhi airport, IndiGo, Air India warn of more flight disruptions due to fog

Business 44 min ago

Delhi flight disruptions: The Delhi airport has issued a fresh advisory on flight disruptions, warning that while flight operations had been normalising after hundreds of cancellations due to fog, disruptions are likely to continue.

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Law says only local official can issue notice to electors; in Bihar, EC sent pre-filled notices

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Law says only local official can issue notice to electors; in Bihar, central EC did it

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The pre-filled notices sent to electors in Bihar during the Special Intensive Revision have caused concern among the election machinery. Despite already submitting forms and documents, many electors received these notices, raising questions about jurisdiction and the authority to initiate scrutiny. The Election Commission has not addressed these concerns yet.

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The Supreme Court-appointed Amicus Curiae's report on officer cadets who suffered disabilities during training has been comprehensively addressed in a government proposal from May 2022. The proposal includes statutory disability pension, family pension, Ex-Servicemen Contributory Health Scheme (ECHS), and concurrence from all stakeholders.

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Rakesh Bedi talks about working with Ranveer Singh in Dhurandhar.

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Dhurandhar’s ‘Jameel Jamali’ Rakesh Bedi modelled character on real-life Pak politician

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Rakesh Bedi, known for his comic roles, played a violent politician in Aditya Dhar's Dhurandhar, based on a real-life Pakistani politician. He discussed his approach to the role, working with Ranveer Singh, and his memories of Sai Paranjpye's seminal 1981 comedy Chashme Buddoor. He also talked about his experience working in television.

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How Madhya Pradesh got ‘the last of its Maoists’: Tracking the one-year push

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Madhya Pradesh has successfully eradicated Maoist presence through a combination of intense anti-Maoist operations, intelligence gathering, and targeting their finances and support structure. The state also focused on development in areas previously under Maoist control, leading to a decrease in public support for the insurgents.

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Bharti Singh details her intermittent fasting routine, breakfast, dinner timings

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PM Modi, Jordan King meet: ‘Share common stance against terror’

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PM Modi visited Jordan and discussed increasing bilateral trade to US$ 5 billion in 5 years. He proposed collaboration between Jordan's digital payment system and India's UPI. MoUs were signed in culture, renewable energy, and water management. Modi will also visit Petra and meet with the India-Jordan business forum.

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Govt changes NREG terms: States to pay, pause for farm work

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The government proposes a bill to overhaul the rural job guarantee scheme, increasing the number of days to 125 and shifting 40% of the financial burden to states. The annual spending is estimated to be Rs 1,51,282 crore, with states having to fund Rs 55,590 crore.

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Bikers stop kabaddi player for selfie, shoot him dead in Mohali

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30-year-old kabaddi player Rana Balachauria was shot and killed by unidentified assailants in Mohali, Punjab. The attack was allegedly in retaliation for the murder of Punjabi singer Sidhu Moosewala, with the Gopi Ghanshampur gang claiming responsibility. The incident took place during a kabaddi tournament, with the final match being cancelled and the prizes being returned.

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Shubman Gill must play the Virat Kohli role in T20Is, feels Deep Dasgupta

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Deep Dasgupta suggests that Shubman Gill should play a crucial role like Virat Kohli in T20Is, with both him and captain Suryakumar Yadav focusing on spending time at the crease before the T20 World Cup. He also believes that split coaching for the Indian Test team is not sustainable, and Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli's abilities are crucial for the team's success.

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India vs Malaysia U19 Asia Cup 2025 Live Streaming

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"India U19 team to face Malaysia in their final group stage match of the Asia Cup on Tuesday after securing a spot in the semifinals. With IPL stars resting, lesser-known players like Aaron George and Deepesh Devendran shine in the previous match against Pakistan. India's spin bowler Kanishk Chouhan also played a crucial role in the victory.

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What fans braved for a glimpse of Lionel Messi

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Die-hard fans of Lionel Messi traveled long distances and sacrificed sleep and money to see their idol in India. They shared their love for the football legend and their favorite memories of his career. Despite challenges, they were all grateful for the opportunity to see the greatest footballer in the world in person.

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Arjun Erigaisi interview: ‘Not making it to the Candidates is not the end of the world’

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Arjun Erigaisi is recovering from his defeat to Wei Yi in the FIDE World Cup quarter-finals, causing him to miss out on the Candidates tournament. Despite this setback, he is determined to bounce back and is taking a break before resuming training. He recognizes areas for improvement in his game and is focused on playing well rather than fixating on results.

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Sunil Chhetri says injury nearly prevented him from meeting Lionel Messi

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Sunil Chhetri, former India captain, met Lionel Messi on the GOAL Tour and shared that he almost didn't make it due to an injury. But the fan in him won and he got to express his gratitude to Messi for being his "antidote" on the football field. The tour ended with Messi promising to return to India and thanking everyone for the love and affection.

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India’s shipments to the US in November surged 22.61 per cent to nearly $7 billion despite the full effect of the 50 per cent US tariffs that came into effect on August 27.

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Goods exports in Nov jump 19%, trade deficit narrows to $24bn

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India's goods exports in November increased by 19% due to a weaker rupee and strong demand from markets like China, Europe, and the US. The trade deficit narrowed to a five-month low of $24 billion, with engineering and electronics goods leading the way. Exports to the US surged despite tariffs, and a framework deal is close to being signed.

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Nitish removes recruit’s hijab at Bihar govt event, oppn says he is ‘not in control’

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Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar triggered a controversy on Monday when he pulled down the hijab (veil) of a newly recruited AYUSH doctor, prompting the Opposition to question his “mental stability”. The incident, a purported video clip of which has gone viral on social media, happened at ‘Samvad’, the CM’s secretariat, where appointment letters were being given to more than 1,000 AYUSH doctors.

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Why Dibang Valley, Narkanda, and Lahaul are often called the ‘Norway of India’

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Indian travellers can experience Scandinavian landscapes in popular tourist destinations like Dibang Valley in Arunachal Pradesh, Narkanda and Lahaul Valley in Himachal Pradesh. These places are often called the "Norway of India" due to their snowy hills, frozen lakes, pine valleys, and fresh mountain air.

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BMC floats tenders worth Rs 129 crore for micro-surfacing of express highways

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BMC has announced tenders worth Rs 129 crore to improve Western and Eastern Express Highways using microsurfacing technique, covering 15.4km at a cost of Rs 8.41 crore per kilometre. This decision came after BJP MP Piyush Goyal directed BMC to carry out surfacing work in patches every year for cost-effectiveness and minimal traffic inconvenience, taking over from MMRDA.

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Why the KKR-CSK wrangle over Green in the mock auction had spinoff fan chatters on socials

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The IPL auction is creating a buzz among fans as KKR and CSK compete for Cameron Green, while other teams are eyeing players like Auqib Nabi, Kartik Sharma, and Prashant Veer. Franchises are teasing fans with cryptic tweets, adding to the excitement for the biggest winter shopping day.

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What to know about Kenduadih gas leak, and efforts to relocate afflicted residents

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Two women died in Kenduadih, Jharkhand due to a gas leak, believed to be carbon monoxide. Residents are blaming Bharat Coking Coal Limited for not addressing safety concerns and forcing them to relocate. The gas has reached dangerous levels, causing residents to seek refuge in relief camps. Authorities are investigating while residents are hesitant to move to a township 15-20 km away.

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Delhi govt directs schools to shift to online mode up to Class 5

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Delhi govt directs schools to shift online up to Class 5 amid pollution woes

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In light of the deteriorating air quality in Delhi, the state government has suspended offline classes for students from nursery to class 5 in all schools until further notice. The directive comes two days after the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) invoked Stage 4 of its Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) in the National Capital.

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At 4.7 per cent, the November unemployment rate for Indians aged 15 years and above is the lowest since MoSPI started releasing monthly jobs data starting from April as part of a revamped survey design.

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India's unemployment rate reached a record low of 4.7% in November due to a decrease in rural and urban joblessness and an increase in female participation in the labor force. However, the statistics ministry warns that these changes may not be indicative of long-term trends.

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Ahead of next year's elections in West Bengal, the draft electoral roll will be published on December 16. The keenly awaited list being compiled by the Election Commission (EC) will determine who gets to cast their vote in the 2026 state Assembly elections.

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The Election Commission of India will release the draft electoral rolls for West Bengal on December 16. Voters have until January 15 to submit claims or objections if their names are not on the list. The final electoral roll will be published on February 14, 2026.

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Kriti Sanon defends her character Mukti in Tere Ishk Mein: ‘Humans make mistake’

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Tere Ishk Mein, initially thought to be a typical alpha male centred movie, turned out to be a portrayal of two equally toxic individuals. Kriti Sanon defends her character's behaviour and justifies her actions driven by guilt. The film sparked debates on morality and earned Rs 157.25 crore worldwide. Anand L Rai and Dhanush's third collaboration, it explores the destructive nature of toxic love.

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All about ‘quiet intimacy’ that many Japanese couples swear by

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Tsunagari, a Japanese term, symbolizes a profound bond between two individuals through presence, energy, and awareness. Amidst the chaos of modern life, experts stress the importance of stillness for a strong relationship. Reestablishing tsunagari requires bravery and practical techniques such as silence, emotional understanding, and shared experiences.

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The social media ban for children under 16 slogan "Let Them Be Kids" is projected onto the pylons of the Sydney Harbour Bridge in Sydney, Wednesday, Dec. 10, 2025.

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After Australia’s ban on children using social media, how the US, Britain may follow suit

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Australia has banned children under 16 from using social media apps, causing controversy and opposition from tech companies. Other countries, including Denmark, Malaysia, and the EU, are also considering restrictions. Britain uses privacy laws to limit harmful content, while China has time limits for children on social media and video games.

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Shaheen Afridi has nightmare BBL debut, not allowed to bowl after 2 waist-high deliveries

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Luthra brothers to be brought back to Delhi from Thailand tomorrow

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IPL Auction 2026: Only one uncapped player has been bought for Rs 10 crore in history. (BCCI)

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IPL Auction 2026: Who are the most expensive uncapped players in IPL history?

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The IPL 2026 auction will see 350 players go under the hammer, including 238 uncapped players. The auction will take place in Abu Dhabi, with only 77 spots available for the 10 franchises. Some of the most expensive uncapped players in history include Avesh Khan and Krishnappa Gowtham. In the 2025 auction, Rasikh Dar was the most expensive uncapped signing at Rs 6 crore.

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Juhi Chawla net worth 2025: At Rs 7,790 crore, she is India’s richest actress

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Juhi Chawla is now India’s richest actress, boasting a net worth of Rs 7,790 crore. Not only the actress, but she’s also way ahead of male actors like Akshay Kumar (Rs 2,500 crore), Hrithik Roshan (Rs 2,160 crore), and Amitabh Bachchan (Rs 1,630 crore). She’s next to only her longtime co-star and business partner Shah Rukh Khan, who’s India’s richest actor with a net worth of Rs 12,490 crore).

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Abhishek on Gill and SKY’s form: ‘These two guys are going to win matches in World Cup’

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Abhishek Sharma believes that Shubman Gill and Suryakumar Yadav will find their form soon and win matches for India in the ongoing South Africa series and the upcoming T20 World Cup. Despite Gill's recent struggles, Abhishek has faith in his ability to perform in any conditions. Gill's place in the team has been questioned, but Abhishek is confident that he will prove his worth.

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On Monday, the Southern Railway zone made OTP verification mandatory for Tatkal bookings on 30 of its originating trains.

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Southern Railway mandates OTP verification for tatkal tickets on 30 trains

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Indian Railways has made tatkal ticket booking mandatory for selected trains to prevent misuse and improve transparency. The Southern Railway zone has also introduced OTP verification for tatkal bookings on 30 originating trains, including major destinations like Mysuru, Chennai, and Bengaluru.

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IPL Auction 2026: No overseas players will receive more than Rs 18 crore in the Abu Dhabi mini-auction. (BCCI)

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IPL Auction 2026: Why overseas players will not win more than Rs 18 crore in mini-auction?

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The 2026 IPL Auction is predicted to have intense competition for foreign players, as teams like KKR and CSK have high budgets. But a new rule states that players cannot be paid more than Rs 18 crore, regardless of their final bid. This differs from past auctions, where 41 players, mostly from overseas, had a base price of Rs 2 crore.

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Owners, emotions and unpredictability: How the world of IPL mock auction works

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Royal Challengers Bengaluru conducted mock auctions to plan their team for the 2024 mega auction, with Team No. 5 being their top pick. However, the unpredictability of IPL auctions makes it difficult to accurately predict player prices. While some franchises take mock auctions seriously, others believe it is not a reliable indicator due to the emotional element and participation of team owners.

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Singapore High Commission issues advisory for nationals living in Delhi-NCR after GRAP IV restrictions placed

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From ‘job hugging’ to ‘conscious unbossing’: Top 5 trends that defined workplaces in 2025

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In 2025, workplace trends have shifted the approach of professionals, especially Gen Z, towards their careers. These trends include job hugging, career catfishing, and micro-retirement, all influenced by economic uncertainty, mental health concerns, and a reevaluation of the meaning of work.

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Intelligence, skill, and heart: How Arshdeep took out Hendricks to make stunning comeback

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Arshdeep Singh, India's specialist white-ball bowler, showed his mastery of craft and mental resilience in the recent T20 series against South Africa. Despite a tough outing on his home ground, he bounced back with a scorching opening over and formidable new ball spell in the final match. With his deep arsenal and self-belief, he is expected to play a big role in India's World Cup title defence.

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi is welcomed by Jordan Prime Minister Jafar Hassan after landing in Amman on Monday. ANI

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Terrorism, food security on the agenda as PM Modi arrives in Jordan: Why the visit matters

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PM Modi is visiting Jordan to strengthen bilateral ties. The talks will focus on Gaza, terrorism, food security, defence and trade. India imports fertilizer and invests in potash and phosphate sectors, with potential for more investments. This is the 75th anniversary of diplomatic ties this year.

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