Deputy Chief Minister of Maharashtra Sunetra Pawar (Express File Photo)

NCP rift spills into open as Sunetra Pawar’s election faces legal challenge

Political Pulse July 14, 2026

NCP faces internal turmoil as senior office-bearer challenges Sunetra Pawar's election as national president and Praful Patel calls for corrective measures in party's functioning. Concerns over influence of Rajya Sabha MP Parth Pawar also arise. Legal notice issued to party leadership, alleging violation of party constitution and demanding fresh elections.

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Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg is expected to testify in a landmark trial over the company's handling of children and teens on Facebook and Instagram. (REUTERS/Mike Blake)

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Meta faces 29 states in landmark trial over youth social media addiction

Technology 34 min ago

Meta Platforms, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, is facing a seven-week trial in California federal court over allegations that it designed its platforms to be addictive to children. The trial will test claims of misleading consumers and illegally collecting children's data, potentially resulting in massive damages and sweeping changes to the platforms.

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Kumar Sanu recalls singing for Dawood Ibrahim, defying police warning over Abu Salem show

Entertainment 37 min ago

Kumar Sanu reveals his experience of performing at parties hosted by underworld dons Dawood Ibrahim and Abu Salem in Dubai. Despite being warned by the police, he went ahead with the performances, shedding light on the influence of the underworld in Bollywood during the 90s.

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Hurun India Most Valuable Family Businesses 2026: Ambani Family claims top spot

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Hurun India recently released data on the most valuable family businesses in India, highlighting their significant contribution to the economy. The top 300 family businesses are now worth Rs 138 lakh crore, surpassing the economies of major global players. Ambani family, with net value of Rs 25,82,800 crore, claimed the top spot, followed by the Birla, Jindal, Bajaj, and Mahindra families.

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Vedika Pinto and Ahaan Panday’s dance video from Alanna Pandey’s wedding goes viral

Entertainment 51 min ago

Musafir Cafe fame star Vedika Pinto and Saiyaara actor Ahaan Panday are winning the internet with their energetic dance performance from Alanna Panday’s wedding reception.

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Sports Ministry suspends TTFI over governance issues

Sports 37 min ago

Sports Ministry suspends Table Tennis Federation of India's recognition and asks Indian Olympic Association to form an ad-hoc committee due to governance deficiencies. TTFI failed to conduct elections on time and gave an unsatisfactory response to a show cause notice. IOA to work with ITTF to create regulatory mechanism until proper governance structure is restored.

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Mark Zuckerberg, the CEO of Meta, addressing the audience at a Meta Connect conference (AP Photo)

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Explained: Why a US court ordered Meta to pay nearly $1 billion over youth harms

Explained 59 min ago

New Mexico court orders Meta Platforms to pay $567 million for harm caused by Facebook and Instagram to children and adolescents. This is in addition to a $375 million civil penalty for violating state law. The court found the platforms contributed to a public nuisance and ordered changes to protect users under 18. The judgment also addresses intermediary immunity and requires Meta to take action.

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The Lar Gibbon in Chiyaan Vikram’s video is endangered

Lifestyle 1 hr ago

The viral video of actor Chiyaan Vikram interacting with an endangered Lar Gibbon has raised concerns about the legality of owning exotic animals as pets. Wildlife activists and experts argue that these animals have specialized needs and should not be kept in private settings. The incident has also shed light on the larger issue of exotic wildlife ownership in India.

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‘I let clients go’: Founder says she won’t compromise employees’ work-life balance

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Sarah Sham, co-founder of a design firm operating across 18 cities, says she has chosen to let clients walk away rather than ask her employees to sacrifice their evenings and weekends. Sham’s team works a five-day week from 9 am to 6 pm, with no weekend calls or Sunday deadlines, even when projects run behind schedule.

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Exercise affects circulation, blood vessels, inflammation, sleep and brain function may all work together. (Photo Credit: Pixels)

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Can exercise help your brain clear waste, prevent dementia? What new research reveals

Health and Wellness 2 hr ago

Regular exercise has positive effects on the brain by supporting healthy brain aging and improving the glymphatic system, which removes waste products and is linked to blood vessels. It may also improve sleep, reduce inflammation, and affect the water-channel protein involved in moving fluid through the brain. Early studies show a potential protective effect against memory loss.

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New York woman pleads guilty to smuggling 3 Indians into US from Canada

World 1 hr ago

A New York woman has pleaded guilty to helping smuggle four people, including three Indian nationals, into the US after they crossed the border from Canada on foot in freezing conditions in January 2025, the US Justice Department said.

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Punjab passes Digital Universities Bills: What are they, the controversy

Explained 2 hr ago

The Punjab Vidhan Sabha approved three Bills for digital universities, offering undergraduate, postgraduate, and professional programs online. The opposition raised concerns about violating UGC guidelines and lack of government oversight. The universities will be self-financed, with no grants from the state government, and students must have access to digital infrastructure.

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Probe report on Justice Yashwant Varma tabled in Parliament

India 4 min ago

The inquiry committee report into allegations against Justice Yashwant Varma was tabled in both Houses of Parliament on Wednesday, months after the three-member panel submitted its findings to Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla.

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Plastic food containers and endocrine-disrupting chemicals

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Endocrine-disrupting chemicals: Can everyday plastics affect your blood sugar?

Lifestyle 2 hr ago

EDCs, found in common products, can impact blood sugar and increase the chances of type 2 diabetes. Pregnant women, children, and those with prediabetes are at risk. To lower exposure, choose fresh or frozen foods and avoid heating food in plastic containers. A healthy lifestyle with proper diet and exercise can also help.

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Anup Soni reacts to Ajay Devgn replacing him as Crime Patrol host:’Don’t have much to say’

Entertainment 3 hr ago

Anup Soni, the former host of Crime Patrol, is confident in Ajay Devgn's ability to bring his own style and perspective to the show. Devgn has already shot 15 episodes for the new season, which will premiere on August 31. Rajesh Tailang has also been added as a host for additional episodes.

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Sri Lanka have announced their 15-man Test squad for the first match against India in Galle. (AP Photo)

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Sri Lanka squad for first India Test: de Silva leads; Nissanka, Mendis ruled out

Sports 2 hr ago

Sri Lanka has announced their 15-member squad for the first Test against India, with Dhananjaya de Silva as captain and Kamindu Mendis as his deputy. Senior batters Kusal Mendis and Pathum Nissanka are out due to injury, while Niroshan Dickwella has been recalled as wicket-keeper after three years.

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‘Unimpressed with Ramayana’: Mahabharat’s Gajendra Chauhan questions Ranbir Kapoor as Rama

Entertainment 3 hr ago

India, known for its epics like the Ramayana and Mahabharata, has seen numerous adaptations of these tales in cinema and theatre over the past century. Two of the most successful adaptations were Ramanand Sagar’s Ramayan and BR Chopra’s Mahabharat. However, the recent trailer release of Nitesh Tiwari’s Ramayana, starring Ranbir Kapoor, has received a mixed response.

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Ram Temple Trust begins interviews to select first CEO, 8 applicants appear on Day 1

Cities 2 hr ago

The Shri Ram Janmbhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust interviewed eight of the 16 shortlisted candidates for the position of CEO, with the remaining to be interviewed on Wednesday. The selection committee comprises retired Supreme Court judge Justice Pramod Kohli, Lieutenant General (retired) Vishnukant Chaturvedi, and Suresh Haware.

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Despite NALSAR student protests, convocation invite extended to — and accepted by — CJI

India 15 min ago

Justice Surya Kant, Chief Justice of India, has been invited as the chief guest at NALSAR University of Law's convocation. However, students are protesting due to his recent comments on police brutality. The convocation date is undecided, but students have written to the university expressing their opposition, citing a misalignment with the university's values.

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Zoom is expanding access to AI agents (via its AI Companion) to its Zoom Business Services.

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‘Zoomsday’ security flaw exposes new risk of screen sharing: What we know

Technology 3 hr ago

Security flaws in Zoom’s screen-sharing feature could have allowed hackers to take control of devices used by anyone who joined a call on the popular video conferencing platform, researchers have found. The vulnerability was disclosed on Tuesday, August 11, by a group of researchers from the digital defense firm A Security. It was first discovered in June this year.

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Oracle plans fresh layoffs amid massive AI infrastructure spending: Report

Technology 3 hr ago

Oracle is implementing a new round of job cuts to decrease expenses and handle increasing debts as it shifts to a cloud infrastructure company. This is the second time this year that the company is downsizing, affecting thousands of employees worldwide. The rise of AI and heavy spending in this field has forced Oracle to find a balance between profitability and capital spending.

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Cristiano Ronaldo marries Georgina Rodríguez

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Cristiano Ronaldo and Georgina Rodriguez bring classic glamour to their ‘intimate’ wedding

Lifestyle 3 hr ago

Cristiano Ronaldo and Georgina Rodriguez had a beautiful and private wedding with loved ones. After nearly 10 years together, the couple is being praised by the Portuguese media for their special day. Rodriguez, once a Gucci sales assistant, is now a thriving entrepreneur and devoted partner to Ronaldo. With five children and past hardships, their wedding marks a new chapter in their love story.

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South Delhi’s GK M Block has 400-car facility, but few takers: ‘Whole thing is hard work’

Cities 2 hr ago

Despite an eight-storey automated parking facility with space for 400 cars, visitors at Greater Kailash 1's M Block market still prefer surface parking due to lack of trust and long wait times. The MCD plans to limit surface parking to promote the use of the automated facility, but not eliminate it completely.

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Why Andhra Pradesh is seeing large scale protests over teacher recruitment

Political Pulse 2 hr ago

The teacher recruitment drive in Andhra Pradesh has caused protests and a statewide bandh as job seekers demand accountability from the government and the resignation of the Education Minister. Allegations of irregularities and discrepancies in the selection process have sparked a political battle between the ruling party and the opposition. The government denies any wrongdoing.

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P V Sindhu compares ‘monkey whisperers’ at BWF Worlds with Wimbledon

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P V Sindhu has defended the unusual decision to hire men who can imitate langur calls to keep monkeys away from the BWF World Championships in New Delhi, comparing the arrangement to Wimbledon where Rufus the hawk keeps pigeons away.

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Haiwaan teaser: Saif Ali Khan plays a blind man, Akshay Kumar lets out an evil laugh.

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Haiwaan teaser: Akshay Kumar turns sinister as blind Saif Ali Khan faces a deadly threat

Entertainment 4 hr ago

Haiwaan teaser: Directed by Priyadarshan, this action thriller reunites Akshay Kumar and Saif Ali Khan after 18 years. The 45-second teaser gives a glimpse into the mysterious world of the film, with Saif playing a visually challenged martial artist and Akshay portraying an evil character.

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Why Trump’s plan to sell faster access to Truth Social is controversial

Explained 4 hr ago

TMTG, Donald Trump's media company, has signed agreements with 10+ high-frequency trading firms to provide them with the fastest feed of posts from Truth Social. Customers pay $60,000-$100,000/month, generating potential $12 million/year revenue. TMTG is also discussing licensing data to prediction markets. Controversial aspect: Trump is the most influential user.

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BR Chopra's Mahabharat was a 94-episode series broadcast in Doordarshan

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Raj Babbar’s dialogue on nepotism almost stopped BR Chopra’s Mahabharat from airing ever

Entertainment 4 hr ago

In the late 1980s, two shows, Ramanand Sagar’s Ramayan and BR Chopra’s Mahabharat dominated Indian television. While Mahabharat was supposed to air in 1984, it was delayed for years. Ramayan premiered in 1987, while Mahabharat finally aired in 1988 after a court hearing to revoke a stay order.

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Ranbir Kapoor responds to the criticism towards the VFX in Ramayana trailer.

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Ranbir Kapoor hits back at ‘CGI critics’ slamming Ramayana after watching trailer on phone

Entertainment 5 hr ago

Ever since the teaser and trailer of Nitesh Tiwari’s adaptation of Indian epic, the Ramayana, has released online, it’s received ample backlash for its disappointing VFX. Now, the film’s team — Tiwari, co-producer Namit Malhotra, and lead actor Ranbir Kapoor, who plays Rama in the two-part action adventure epic, have responded to the criticism, asking the audience to experience the film on IMAX.

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Searches at 9 locations across J&K in 1990 killing of Kashmiri Pandit writer, son

India 5 hr ago

The SIA Kashmir conducted searches at nine locations in connection with the 1990 abduction and killing of Kashmiri Pandit writer Sarwanand Koul Premi and his son. This is the second case being pursued by the SIA this year, as they intensify efforts to uncover the circumstances of the incident. The first case was the chargesheet filed in the killing of nurse Sarla Bhat.

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Fact-checked by cops, Harbhajan Singh jabs AAP, ‘focus on drug menace’

Cities 3 hr ago

BJP MP Harbhajan Singh's video of "zombie-like" men has caused a dispute with Punjab's AAP government. The ruling party accused BJP of defaming Punjab and its youth, while Singh challenged the government to tackle the drug problem instead of attacking individuals.

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Take decision on succession soon for proper transition: Chandrasekaran to Tata Sons Board

Business 19 min ago

Tata Sons Chairman N Chandrasekaran has asked the Board to make a decision on his succession soon, as his term ends on February 20, 2027. This comes after the Board failed to unanimously support a proposal to extend his tenure by five years. Chandrasekaran has decided not to offer himself for reappointment and believes a clear leadership plan is necessary for the company.

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Rhea Chakraborty discusses her jailtime.

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Rhea Chakraborty calls jail inmates ‘nice’, jokes her book to be called ‘Chudail ka Badla’

Entertainment 5 hr ago

It’s been over a year that Rhea Chakraborty has been given a clean chit by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) in the Sushant Singh Rajput case who died in June 2020. But the trauma of the case refuses to leave her, particularly given the intense public scrutiny, and a relentless media trial.

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Netaji’s grand-nephew Chandra Kumar Bose plans youth-focused Azad Hind Party

Cities 3 hr ago

Chandra Kumar Bose, grand-nephew of Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose, is launching the Azad Hind Party on October 21, with a focus on reviving Netaji's vision of an inclusive Indian identity. The party, led by young civil society members, aims to challenge issues like corruption and political inertia. Bose resigned from BJP due to their divisive politics.

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Nvidia building 1-trillion-parameter Nemotron 4 to rival open AI models: Report

Technology 5 hr ago

Nvidia is developing a new AI model family, Nemotron 4, with the goal of challenging top open-source models globally. The chip giant is among the few major U.S. firms to release open-source models, which have drawn more attention this year as AI bills balloon and ⁠cheap Chinese models near the capabilities of top systems from leading American labs Anthropic and OpenAI.

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Reacher Season 4 review: Alan Ritchison returns in a fast and furious series

Entertainment 3 hr ago

Reacher Season 4 Review: The most watched series on Prime returns with a humdinger of a season and its invincible hero who is always the last man standing.

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Senior OpenAI executive Brad Lightcap to leave for new venture

Technology 5 hr ago

Brad Lightcap, a longtime OpenAI executive, said Tuesday that he was leaving the company after eight years to start a new venture, the latest in a string of departures from the artificial intelligence startup. Lightcap offered little detail about the new venture. He joined OpenAI in 2018 and had become its chief financial officer before being appointed chief operating officer in 2022.

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Jasprit Bumrah was ruled out of India's Sri Lanka tour after aggravating his left knee injury. (File Photo)

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‘Blame the coach and captain’: Former India batter on Bumrah’s injury management

Sports 7 hr ago

India's World Test Championship campaign in Sri Lanka will be affected by Jasprit Bumrah's injury absence. Former player S Badrinath criticized the management's decision to omit him and raised concerns about his workload management and fitness. With other players also out due to injuries, the pace attack will rely on Mohammed Siraj and Pras.

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Kerala to Keralam: As Lok Sabha clears Bill, why the state sought the change

Explained 6 hr ago

The Lok Sabha has approved the Kerala (Alteration of Name) Bill, 2026, which proposes to change the state's name from "Kerala" to "Keralam". This decision was based on the argument that "Keralam" is the name in Malayalam, the state's official language. The Union Cabinet has also given its approval, following two unanimous resolutions passed by the state assembly.

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AICTE approves 5,099 new institutions in 2024-25; computer applications, management lead

Education 2 hr ago

AICTE approved over 5,000 new institutions in 2024-25, with a total intake of 7,49,872 seats. Computer Applications and Management had the highest number of approved institutions and intake, while Engineering and Technology had a much smaller share. The majority of the approved seats were for undergraduate programmes. This marks a significant increase from the previous year's data.

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Afghanistan will host India in a three-match T20I series in Delhi in September. (BCCI)

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Afghanistan to host India in three-match T20I series in Delhi, confirms BCCI

Sports 6 hr ago

In a historic move, India will host Afghanistan for a three-match T20I series in September. This follows Afghanistan's tour of India in June for a one-off Test and three ODIs. The matches will take place at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi, showcasing the strong bond between the two cricketing nations.

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Jyotika calls Suriya an ‘absolute’ green flag: ‘As a man, husband, actor…’

Lifestyle 6 hr ago

Jyotika and Suriya, a beloved couple in the Tamil film industry, recently shared their thoughts on their 20-year marriage. Jyotika praised Suriya for his equality and respect towards her, highlighting the importance of these qualities in a healthy relationship. Psychotherapist Delnna Rrajesh also emphasized the impact of equality in everyday interactions and its influence on children.

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Uproar at Delhi’s Khan Market after signboards removed in civic body drive

Cities 6 hr ago

NDMC conducted a surprise drive in Delhi's Khan Market, removing signages and water motors for not following OAP 2017. Traders were confused as they received vague notices and no explanation. NDMC has strict guidelines for shop signage and businesses will be charged a fee for non-compliance. The reason for the drive is still unclear.

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Rhea Chakraborty recalls earning Rs 3 lakh as MTV VJ at 17: ‘Spent it on fixing my face’

Entertainment 6 hr ago

Rhea Chakraborty recalls earning Rs 3 lakh as an MTV VJ at 17-18 and spending her salary on ‘fixing’ her face during a chat with Tanmay Bhat.

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Divyenndu also spoke about his comeback as Munna Bahiyya in Mirzapur The Movie

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Divyenndu says killing Munna Bhaiyya in the Mirzapur series was a mistake: ‘I’m immortal’

Entertainment 7 hr ago

Ali Fazal, Pankaj Tripathi, Rasika Dugal, and Divyenndu's hit series Mirzapur is now coming to the big screen with Mirzapur: The Movie. The film brings back beloved characters who died in the series and introduces new ones. At the trailer launch, the cast expressed their excitement, with Divyenndu talking about his return as Munna Bhaiya.

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‘6 people, Rs 1.87 lakh’: Ajai Chowdhry recalls HCL’s humble beginnings

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Reflecting on the milestone, co-founder Ajai Chowdhry recalled the company’s modest beginnings, when six young entrepreneurs came together with just Rs 1.87 lakh to build an Indian computer.

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Janhvi Kapoor moves Delhi High Court to protect her personality rights.

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‘Who is immune from all this?’: Delhi HC refuses blanket ban on Janhvi Kapoor’s fan clubs

Entertainment 7 hr ago

Like a host of celebrities, including several of her colleagues, Janhvi Kapoor also moved Delhi High Court in order to protect her personality rights. Her counsel listed down 4,000 web links, including those of her fan pages on social media, which contain abusive comments and criticism of her work, along with using deepfake and Artificial Intelligence to misuse her for pornographic content.

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Mumbai rain triggers landslide in Kurla; 2 dead, several feared trapped under debris

Cities 1 hr ago

Two people died while two others were injured after a landslide hit a residential area in Kurla on Tuesday morning. According to the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) disaster cell, the incident was reported at Gaushiya Chawl in Chirag Nagar, Kurla West, around 3:48 AM.

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‘Glass piece’ in Ahmedabad school meal leads to ruckus over ‘Malala Yousafzai in syllabus’

Cities 2 hr ago

Parents protest outside Ahmedabad school over glass piece in food, school accused of discrimination and promoting controversial books. School takes corrective measures and declares holiday for primary students. Class 8 student hospitalized after swallowing glass chip, parents demand evidence. School denies allegations and cites educational purpose for controversial books.

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Expert weighs in on 5 popular supplements ‘making waves in longevity medicine’

Lifestyle 8 hr ago

A South Africa-based clinic has revealed its "Top 5 Longevity Supplements for 2026" on Instagram. These include creatine, collagen, omega-3 fatty acids, magnesium glycinate, and vitamin D3 + K2. While they offer benefits for muscle, skin, heart, sleep, and bone health, their ability to extend lifespan is uncertain. They should not be seen as replacements for a healthy lifestyle.

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Mallika Sherawat says Tom Cruise has a crush on her: ‘I would show you videos of us’

Entertainment 8 hr ago

Mallika Sherawat confidently claims that Hollywood star Tom Cruise has a crush on her and will be returning to Indian television with The Traitors 2. In a viral clip, she addresses rumors of being a traitor and being the highest-paid contestant on the show. She also reveals turning down offers for other reality shows.

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