Friends turn rivals for evening as Mandhana and Rodrigues aim to come out on top in final

Sports February 5, 2026

Jemimah Rodrigues and Smriti Mandhana, close friends and captains of Delhi Capitals and Royal Challengers Bengaluru, will face off in the Women's Premier League final. RCB has dominated the league while DC made a strong comeback. The evenly matched teams will battle for the title.

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Soundarya Rajinikanth says parents ‘changing’ male-dominated dynamic at home

Entertainment 17 min ago

Soundarya Rajinikanth said her parents supported her through her 2017 divorce and are now moving away from the male-dominated household dynamics she grew up with. She said her views on love have evolved, and her failed first marriage strengthened rather than diminished her belief in marriage. In her current marriage to actor Vishagan Vanangamudi, they follow a “meet halfway” approach.

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Radhikka Madan swears by home food, reveals recent lifestyle changes: ‘Very little wheat’

Lifestyle 35 min ago

Actor Radhikka Madan says she loves home-cooked food and doesn’t follow a diet, though she has stopped consuming sugar and milk and greatly reduced wheat. Physician Dr Aniket Mule says reducing added sugar can be beneficial, but cutting out milk or wheat is an individual choice. He advises replacing lost nutrients, avoiding trend-driven restrictions, balanced meals and gradual changes.

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Satheesan calls out ‘unnecessary’ angioplasty: Who needs a stent, who doesn’t?

Explained 14 min ago

Kerala CM V D Satheesan’s call to curb “unnecessary” angioplasty has prompted doctors to warn that broad criticism could erode trust and deter patients from life-saving treatment. Cardiologists say angioplasty is urgent during many heart attacks, but often offers no added protection over medication for stable disease. Decisions should reflect each patient’s symptoms, test results and risks.

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Qazi Touqeer not exiting Bigg Boss 20, team dismisses eviction rumors: ‘Stay calm’

Entertainment 44 min ago

Qazi Touqeer’s team denied reports that he left Bigg Boss 20 or was diagnosed with dengue, confirming he remains in the house. The singer has had a fever, was examined by a doctor and is resting while continuing to participate. Recent episodes showed him emotional over tensions with Arishfa, whose offer of food moved him. A promo also teases a confrontation between Qazi and Scout OP.

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Reactions have been mixed, with excitement over AI’s math skills and questions about how the results should be checked and credited.(Image: Reuters)

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OpenAI releases 372 groups of math results from unreleased frontier AI model

Technology 1 hr ago

OpenAI released 722 AI-generated manuscripts covering 372 groups of mathematical and theoretical computer science results, claiming solutions or progress on hundreds of open problems. Many proofs are formalised in Lean, and the company plans to add more. The release follows its Navier–Stokes claim and includes citation and revision protocols developed with an independent advisory group.

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Eva Marie Saint dies at 102: She won an Oscar for her debut role opposite Marlin Brando in On The Waterfront.

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Eva Marie Saint dies at 102: Legendary actor won Oscar for debut role in On the Waterfront

Entertainment 1 hr ago

Eva Marie Saint, the pale, willowy actor who won an Academy Award for her first movie, On the Waterfront, and starred opposite Cary Grant in the Alfred Hitchcock thriller North by Northwest, has died. She was 102. Saint, whose acting work lasted well into her 90s, died at her home in Los Angeles on Tuesday, confirmed family representative Jeff Sanderson.

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Messi shared an emotional speech after his final Argentina appearance in Buenos Aires. (AP Photo)

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Messi’s farewell speech: ‘Not being with Argentina anymore will hurt a lot’

Sports 23 min ago

Lionel Messi bid farewell to Argentina in a 3-0 win over Benin at El Monumental, scoring once and assisting Nicolás Otamendi. The 39-year-old leaves with 126 international goals and a record 66 assists, after helping Argentina win the 2022 World Cup, Copa América and Finalissima.

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Claude comes to Google Workspace: Here’s how to edit Google Docs, Sheets, and Slides

Technology 2 hr ago

Anthropic on Tuesday, October 6, announced an expansion of its Claude AI-powered services into Google Workspace, enabling users to work with the AI chatbot on Google Docs, Sheets, and Slides. It also lets users create and edit Google files directly from their Claude chat window. ‘Claude for Google Workspace’ has been released in public beta for all paid Claude plans.

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Arvind Swamy says wife Aparna is ‘bubbly and energetic’: ‘I am introverted, need my space’

Entertainment 2 hr ago

Arvind Swamy opened up about his marriage to Aparna, saying she is extroverted while he is introverted, and explained how they make their differences work.

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Ajay Devgn plays Vijay Salgaonkar in Drishyam 3

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Drishyam 3: Ajay Devgn’s Vijay is like any political leader

Entertainment 2 hr ago

Ajay Devgn's Drishyam 3 is the representation of the moral decay of our society because here, good does not win over evil, and justice is never served.

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Jonathan Bailey voices Dracula in Mary Lambert's Audible adaptation.

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Jonathan Bailey as Dracula: Mary Lambert talks casting the ‘Sexiest Man Alive’ as vampire

Entertainment 2 hr ago

In an exclusive interview with SCREEN, Dracula director Mary Lambert talks about casting Jonathan Bailey as Dracula in Audible's adaptation, and using her experience on Pet Sematary and Madonna's "Like A Prayer" to tell the horror tale.

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Google fights £1 billion UK lawsuit over app store fees in latest Big Tech case

Technology 2 hr ago

Google was accused of abusing its dominance to levy excessive commissions on app developers, as a mass consumer lawsuit worth over £1 billion ($1.33 billion) began in London on Tuesday. The case — brought on behalf of around 20 million consumers who bought apps through Google's Play Store, or paid for in-app purchases and subscriptions between 2015 and this July.

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UK watchdog opens first Online Safety Act probe into Meta

Technology 2 hr ago

Ofcom has opened its first formal Online Safety Act investigation into Meta, examining whether it adequately assessed risks to children and illegal content before launching Instagram’s disappearing-content feature, Instants, in May. Meta says it completed a risk analysis, briefed Ofcom and built in safety protections, and will cooperate.

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Navratri 2026: Start and End Date, Navratri Colours With Calendar

Lifestyle 3 hr ago

Sharad Navratri 2026 will be observed from October 11–20, with Vijayadashami (Dussehra) on the final day. The nine-night festival honours Goddess Durga and celebrates good’s victory over evil. Durga Puja traditions include worship, pandal visits and idol immersion; in north India, Ramlila performances lead to Ravana-effigy burnings. The festival calendar also assigns each day a goddess and colour.

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UPI, govt salaries may be used to measure growth in health, education services

Business 3 hr ago

MoSPI plans to expand its experimental Index of Services Production to cover education, health, public administration and defence, lifting coverage of services-sector GVA from about 60% to 78%. It may use UPI data to track private activity and government salary and spending records to measure public services.

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Lionel Messi scored and assisted in his final Argentina game against Benin in Buenos Aires. (AP Photo)

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Messi shines in Argentina farewell, ends 21-year career with goal and assist

Sports 24 min ago

Lionel Messi ended his international career with a 3-0 Argentina win over Benin in Buenos Aires. In his final match, he assisted Nicolás Otamendi and scored a penalty. Messi retires as Argentina’s record appearance-maker, scorer and assist provider, with 207 caps, 126 goals and 66 assists. His honours include the 2022 World Cup and Copa América titles in 2021 and 2024.

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Kashmiri filmmaker Arfat Sheikh detained by ICE en route to ‘Art as Resistance’ panel

World 3 hr ago

Kashmiri filmmaker Arfat Sheikh was detained by US immigration agents at Washington Dulles airport on September 24, according to the Independent, despite presenting immigration documents. The 42-year-old was held at a Virginia detention facility and expected to appear before an immigration judge.

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Naman Dhir had barely bowled in IPL. Then came his 3/31 on India debut

Sports 3 hr ago

Naman Dhir took 3/31 on his T20I debut against West Indies, saying regular practice kept him ready despite limited IPL bowling opportunities under the Impact Player rule. Inspired by Axar Patel’s slower bowling on a turning pitch, Dhir followed his plans.

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Opp hits the street against CEC, its leaders detained

India 6 hr ago

INDIA bloc MPs protested the Election Commission’s voter-roll revision and called for Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar to resign. Police detained Rahul Gandhi, Priyanka Gandhi Vadra and other leaders after an eight-hour standoff near the Commission’s headquarters.

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MPs wanted a meeting in Parliament Annexe… against protocol, says Election Commission

India 3 hr ago

The Election Commission said no party requested a meeting before 4 pm Tuesday. It later learned that 240 Opposition MPs, led by Rahul Gandhi, wanted to meet at Parliament House Annexe—a venue it said violated protocol, which requires meetings at the Commission’s premises. The EC offered to send a senior officer to receive their memorandum, but the MPs declined.

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CEC Gyanesh Kumar postpones 2-day Chhattisgarh visit

India 3 hr ago

Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar and other senior Election Commission officials have postponed their planned October 7–8 visit to Chhattisgarh for unavoidable reasons. The itinerary included temples in Dantewada and Kawardha and Chitrakoot waterfall in Bastar. A revised date will be announced separately.

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Consumers should check whether a compostable bag is certified for home or industrial composting.

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How to test whether a compostable bag breaks down at home

Lifestyle 11 hr ago

“Compostable” bags may require industrial facilities rather than a home compost bin, so check packaging for home-compostability certification and follow the manufacturer’s disposal instructions. To test a bag, bury a sample in damp, well-aerated compost and inspect it monthly for several months; breaking into pieces does not prove full biodegradation.

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Inside Ananya Panday’s Greece vacation: ‘Most beautiful five days’

Lifestyle 12 hr ago

Inspired by Ananya Panday’s Greece getaway, the article highlights six TripAdvisor-recommended attractions: Athens’ ancient Acropolis and lively Plaka neighbourhood; Crete’s pink-sand Elafonissi Beach and turquoise Balos Lagoon; Corfu’s scenic Paleokastritsa Beach and nearby caves; and Meteora’s six Orthodox monasteries perched on towering sandstone pillars.

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Bone metabolism and blood sugar regulation

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The bone–blood sugar connection: What osteocalcin has to do with glucose control

Lifestyle 13 hr ago

Bones may influence glucose regulation through signals such as osteocalcin, but evidence for a meaningful effect in humans remains uncertain; the link is not proof that changing bone health lowers blood sugar. Diabetes can weaken bone quality and raise fracture risk, while shared factors contribute to both conditions.

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‘You are licking an ice cube’: Vijay Deverakonda recalls cutting water intake for Liger

Lifestyle 14 hr ago

Vijay Deverakonda said he limited water to as little as 100–300 ml daily before filming *Liger* to look more defined, describing intense thirst and difficulty with longer fasts. Experts warn that dehydration causes temporary water-weight loss, not fat loss, and can damage vital organs.

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Pakistan, Turkey back Saudi Arabia against Houthis: Why troops may not enter combat

Explained 14 hr ago

Turkey and Pakistan agreed to provide military capabilities to Saudi Arabia under their collective-defence pact, but active combat deployment is not expected immediately. The agreement’s implementation depends on national laws; Turkey’s parliament has yet to ratify it, and Pakistan says both countries are currently providing supportive assistance.

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The immediate concern is that the backlog is carrying forward: old stocks are not moving out while new paddy continues arriving. (Express photo)

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Punjab is among India’s top grain producers. So why is it unable to store it?

Explained 15 hr ago

Punjab’s grain-storage crunch is worsening as fresh paddy arrives while 6 lakh tonnes of rice await delivery and 17 lakh tonnes of wheat occupy storage sites. Despite 175 lakh tonnes of covered capacity, grain is being moved out more slowly than needed. Officials propose speeding up transport and building storage outside the state.

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Shahi vs kadhai paneer: Why one has more calories and fat

Lifestyle 15 hr ago

Per 100 grams, shahi paneer has roughly the same protein as kadhai paneer (9–10 g) but more calories and fat: 280–320 kcal and 22–25 g of fat, versus 180–220 kcal and 12–15 g. Dietitian Kanikka Malhotra attributes the difference to shahi paneer’s cream, cashew paste and khoya. Kadhai paneer’s vegetables add nutrients. For more protein

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Anthropic, Christopher Olah at the Vatican

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Why Anthropic is turning to religion to shape Claude’s values

Explained 4 hr ago

Anthropic has consulted religious leaders and philosophers to shape Claude’s values. Participants disagreed: some dismissed current models’ moral status, while others questioned the implications of treating potentially conscious systems as tools. The debate comes as people seek moral guidance from chatbots, raising concerns about who sets AI’s values and how those values may spread globally.

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Vidyut Jammwal holds his breath for 15 minutes without blinking, fans call him ‘master’

Entertainment 16 hr ago

Vidyut Jammwal stunned attendees at a Mumbai Street Fighter event by meditating while holding his breath and remaining still for about 15 minutes. He said the practice, drawn from the Patanjali Yoga Sutras, has helped him achieve milestones and is something he teaches young people. Videos of the demonstration went viral.

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Top 10 countries for retirement report and index 2026: Uruguay ranks No. 1

Trending 16 hr ago

Uruguay topped Global Citizen Solutions’ 2026 retirement index with a score of 99.90, ahead of Mauritius, Spain and Costa Rica. The index evaluates quality of life, mobility and citizenship, taxes, costs and investment, and administrative procedures.

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Janhvi Kapoor in a Baft-e-Hawa muslin sari with an ornate embellished blouse in Paris

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Baft-e-Hawa: Janhvi Kapoor turns heads in a 460-count Bengal muslin sari in Paris

Lifestyle 16 hr ago

Janhvi Kapoor wore a 460-count, unbleached Bengal muslin sari by Pankaj S Heritage to the Business of Fashion gala in Paris. Styled by Rhea Kapoor, the look paired the airy, historic textile with an ornate jewel-encrusted blouse. Experts said the contrast highlights the muslin’s craftsmanship while giving it a contemporary feel.

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What the 2026 Physics Nobel winner has done: Capturing messengers from space in ice

Explained 16 hr ago

Francis Halzen won the 2026 Physics Nobel for leading the development of IceCube and helping discover high-energy neutrinos from space. These nearly massless, uncharged particles reveal information about cosmic events but are hard to detect. Halzen proposed using Antarctic ice to capture the faint light produced by rare neutrino collisions.

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Feeling fine after a heart attack? You could still have a serious blockage

Lifestyle 17 hr ago

Feeling well after a heart attack does not rule out a serious coronary blockage: symptoms may ease while artery narrowing remains or other blockages go unnoticed. Cardiologist Aseem Dhall says follow-up tests—such as ECGs, blood tests, echocardiograms, stress tests or angiography—help assess risk and guide treatment.

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Karl Deisseroth Nobel Prize video with kids

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Wins Nobel Prize, makes school sandwiches: Karl Deisseroth shares moment with children

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Stanford University professor Karl Deisseroth shared an emotional moment when he told his children that he had won the 2026 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine.

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Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar.

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Protests against Gyanesh Kumar: The 2006 corruption case that led to his removal from post

Explained 3 hr ago

Keralam has ordered its Vigilance Bureau to reopen a stalled 2006 bribery probe involving Gyanesh Kumar, now India’s Chief Election Commissioner. The allegations reportedly stemmed from a suicide note by a Malaysian project manager linked to delays and unpaid bills on a World Bank-funded road project; the note was never made public. The move comes amid calls for Kumar’s resignation over SIR.

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Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor legal challenge

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King Charles warns Andrew not to use royal funds in battle against police

World 17 hr ago

Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor has reportedly been warned not to use money provided to him by King Charles from the monarch’s private funds to finance his legal challenge against Thames Valley police. This comes in the backdrop of the former Duke of York seeking to quash search warrants that led to his arrest earlier this year for his alleged role in sharing sensitive information with Jeffrey Epstein.

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New York Times features Tukaram Mundhe on front page as ‘food safety celebrity’

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The publication recently featured Mundhe on its front page, describing him as a “rockstar” and a “food safety celebrity”. It noted that “no business appears to escape Mundhe’s attention”, with the strapline, “Diners revere him, and owners fear him”.

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Jim Bakker death: The evangelist built a multi-million dollar empire with first wife Tammy Faye.

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Jim Bakker dies at 86: Televangelist lost his multi-million empire to sex scandal, crimes

Entertainment 17 hr ago

Infamous televangelist Jim Bakker has died at the age of 80. While his second wife Lori Bakker didn’t disclose the cause, she confirmed he was no more. “He was a pioneer of Christian television, but to me, he was my husband, my best friend, and the man I was honored to walk beside through so many seasons of life and ministry,” Lori said in a statement.

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Suraj Lama, whose momos shop was suspended by the FDA, was once a Bollywood celebrity driver.

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Sonakshi Sinha, Shahid Kapoor’s driver opened a momo shop, Tukaram Mundhe shut it down

Entertainment 18 hr ago

Tukaram Mundhe-led Maharashtra Food & Drug Administration (FDA) suspended the licenses of eight more eateries on Monday, as part of its intense festival season encroachment drive. These outlets included the original Andheri West branch of Suraj Lama Momos, one of the most popular momo shops of Mumbai, the eponymous owner of which has an interesting Bollywood connection.

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Sanjay Dutt, 67, speaks about bond with daughter Trishala: ‘We had a disconnect’

Lifestyle 18 hr ago

Sanjay Dutt said he is proud of the growth of his daughter Trishala, 38, and described reconnecting with her after a period of estrangement linked to custody and other circumstances. Psychotherapist Delnna Rrajesh said parent-child separation can cause grief and lost everyday moments, even when love remains.

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KBC 18: Ayushmann apologises to Big B for calling him ‘budhau’

Entertainment 18 hr ago

Sara Ali Khan and Ayushmann Khurrana appeared on KBC 18 on October 5 to promote Udta Teer, winning Rs 12.5 lakh before choosing the correct answer about Christopher Nolan’s Tenet. Their winnings will go to the Balashah Foundation and UNICEF India.

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The Amazon Great Indian Festival will start on October 8 at 12:00 am for all consumers. Amazon Prime members will have early access usually opening 24 hours before on October 7.

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Amazon Great Indian Festival 2026: Deals on Plaud note-taker, Dreame Robot Vacuum, more

Technology 3 hr ago

Amazon’s Great Indian Festival 2026 starts October 8 at midnight, with Prime members getting early access from October 7. Deals include Plaud AI note-taking devices from Rs 13,990, smartphone offers with SBI card discounts and select flagship prices, and discounts on Dreame robot vacuums, stick vacuums and grooming products. Galaxy S25 Ultra is listed at Rs 84,900 and the Z Fold 7 at Rs 129,999.

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Freefall dating and risky relationship behaviour

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Freefall dating explained: Why some singles chase risky relationships for adrenaline rush

Lifestyle 19 hr ago

Freefall or voltage dating describes pursuing risky, emotionally intense relationships for the adrenaline rather than genuine compatibility. A psychologist warns that uncertainty and inconsistent affection can be mistaken for chemistry, while anxiety and repeated patterns may signal deeper issues. Seeking reassurance from AI or tarot can offer temporary certainty, should not be relied on solely.

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Sonu Nigam buys three office units for Rs 17 crore in Mumbai’s Andheri West

Entertainment 19 hr ago

Sonu Nigam bought three office units in Mumbai’s Andheri West for a combined Rs 17 crore. Registered on August 6, 2026, the units span 4,144 sq ft and include four basement parking spaces. The purchase follows earlier property deals in Karjat and Mumbai.

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Flipkart Big Billion Days Sale 2026: Best deals on smartphones, laptops

Technology 3 hr ago

Flipkart is gearing up for its annual Big Billion Days Sale 2026, which is set to commence for those with early access on October 8, 2026, while the main sale will open for everyone from October 9 onwards. The upcoming festive sale is expected to feature attractive promotional offers on a range of smartphones, televisions, laptops, and other electronic devices from a wide variety of brands.

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Sabeer Bhatia recalls Indian waiter lying flat on the floor to touch a Bollywood actress' feet once.

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‘Staff touched actress’ feet’: Sabeer Bhatia says ‘celeb worship’ shocked American guests

Entertainment 20 hr ago

Entrepreneur Sabeer Bhatia recently shared an anecdote that highlights how deeply "celebrity worship" is embedded in Indian culture. Recalling a gathering he hosted at his home a few decades ago, he said that a Bollywood actress was among the attendees. Upon seeing her, one Indian waiter bowed down and even touched her feet, much to the shock of others, who were left wondering why he did that.

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The EU AI Act requires developers and providers of AI systems to ensure that content generated by AI is machine-readable. (Express Image)

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OpenAI is adding watermarks to ChatGPT text in the EU: Here’s what it means

Technology 3 hr ago

OpenAI will gradually offer eligible EU ChatGPT and Codex users an optional, invisible text watermark; developers worldwide can enable it for selected API models. The textGrain system embeds a statistical signal in word choices, but detection may be unreliable, particularly for short, edited text. A watermark cannot prove who wrote a text, whether it is accurate, or who is responsible.

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After losing 28 kilos, woman says she can ‘now wear the dresses I love’

Lifestyle 20 hr ago

Pavani Pichuka says losing 28 kg improved her confidence, energy and mental well-being, and made everyday tasks—including climbing stairs and playing with her daughter—easier. After a knee injury had discouraged her from exercising, her experience highlights that appropriate rehabilitation and gradual strength training can help people safely rebuild physical capacity.

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NYC Council hearing on AI risks: What Jacob Coxon, others told policymakers

Technology 3 hr ago

Former Anthropic researcher Jacob Coxon, who quit his job last month over concerns that AI could lead to human extinction by the end of the decade, reiterated those warnings in a hearing by the New York City Council on Monday, October 5. The hearing was held to discuss the risks that AI poses to humanity. Officials from OpenAI, Google, Anthropic and Meta also appeared before the Council.

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