10 people dead overnight, Iran protests getting out of hand?
The situation in Iran seems to be getting out of hand as anti-government protests are sweeping across the country.
California is reinventing itself along progressive lines
Today onwards, California will start implementing hundreds of new laws of a progressive bent which will affect everything from education and health to wages to immigration to traffic.
Pakistan plans to take over Hafiz Saeed's charities
Pakistan's government has planned to seize the control of charities and financial assets linked to Islamist leader Hafiz Saeed. Earlier, Washington had designated Saeed as a terrorist.
Trump: US has been foolish to give aid to Pakistan
US President Donald Trump lashed out at Pakistan on the first day of 2018.
Pulwama attack: Teen terrorist urges Kashmiris to join "anti-India fight"
Yesterday, three terrorists attacked a CRPF camp at J&K's Pulwama. All three were killed. Five security personnel also died.
BJP: Rajinikanth will be part of NDA for 2019 elections!
In-fighting and lack of governance in AIADMK has hit BJP's TN plans. They were reportedly responsible for orchestrating the Panneerselvam-Palaniswami merger to gain inroads in TN.
Indian Cricket Team's schedule in 2018
The last 12 months have been one of the most successful periods in Indian cricket's history.
BITS Pilani student chokes self to death, Blue Whale suspected
A 19-year-old student of BITS Pilani-Hyderabad reportedly choked himself to death. Police are investigating if it has any connection to the Blue Whale 'challenge'.
NASA sets 2018 goal: Will launch mission to "touch" Sun!
NASA, which is turning 60 this year, has released a "2018 to do list" including an exciting mission to "touch" Sun!
India, Pakistan exchange list of nuclear facilities for 27th time
India and Pakistan today simultaneously shared with each other lists of their nuclear installations under an agreement that prevents both from attacking the other's nuclear facilities.
6 most profitable smartphone companies
Research firm Counterpoint, in its latest study, has ranked global smartphone manufacturers in terms of their profitability.
Why do so many Afghans have birthdays on January 1?
What happens when generations of a country, born during a war, have no knowledge of their birth date?
Center's new website for registration and tracking of NRI marriages
To tackle the problem of NRI husbands abandoning Indian wives, the government is setting up a website to track such marriages.
Triple talaq crusader Ishrat Jahan joins BJP in Bengal
Ishrat Jahan, one of the five petitioners who challenged triple talaq, joined BJP. Reportedly, she was felicitated by the Howrah unit and inducted into the party.
Nuclear button always on my desk: Kim Jong-un
In his New Year's Day address, North Korean leader Kim Jong-un called for accelerated mass-production of nuclear warheads and missiles, vowing to continue the nuclear weapons program that stoked international tensions, leading to sanctions.
Dense fog hits flight, train operations in North India again
The fog situation in Delhi is getting worse. After two hours of suspension of flight operations yesterday, services were halted for four hours today at the IGI Airport.
Kamala Mills fire: 1Above managers arrested for not discharging duty
Police have arrested two managers of the 1Above rooftop pub in Mumbai for the Kamala Mills fire that killed 14.
Now, China's PLA accuses Indian troops of being aggressive
India and China ended 2017 on a positive note by declaring truce along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) after the special representative (SR) dialogue.
Next James Bond could be a colored person or woman
The next James Bond, whenever Daniel Craig decides to surrender his license to kill, could be a person of color or a woman, said James Bond producer Barbara Broccoli.
Modi, Rahul, Trump and others wish people on New Year
Indian leaders took to Twitter on the New Year to wish the people on the occasion.
Look out for these cricketers from Indian subcontinent in 2018!
2018 cricket season is about to begin soon and teams are already busy preparing for a jam-packed January.
Assam publishes first draft of NRC on New Year
The first draft of the much-awaited National Register of Citizens (NRC) for Assam has finally been published with 1.9cr names.
Iran bans Instagram, Telegram amid protests
Iran has moved to ban Instagram and Telegram following four days of anti-establishment protests which were reportedly organized through social media.
All 12 on-board Costa Rica plane killed in crash
All 10 American travellers on-board a flight as well as two local pilots died when it crashed into a mountain in Costa Rica.
Pakistan aims to build $1.51bn dam in PoK by 2022
According to a media report, Pakistan is planning on setting up a 700 MW hydro power project in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) by 2022.
LGBT communities alarmed over Malaysia's conversion program for trans-women
Malaysia is reportedly planning on introducing a controversial conversion therapy targeting transgender women.
Your smartphone can be easily hacked using its own sensors!
For hackers, smartphones are a treasure trove of data, including emails, contacts, photos, passwords, valuable banking information, etc. Security experts have long warned that smartphones are due for a massive cyber-attack.
New Nokia 3310 will have 4G capability, will support WhatsApp
A new, revamped, 4G capable version of the classic Nokia 3310 is set for release.
Future of Aadhaar: How will 2018 turn out for Aadhaar?
The government has lately been obsessed with Aadhaar; it made mandatory the linking of Aadhaar with various schemes and services.
Cricket greats who walked away from international cricket in 2017
Every great thing comes to an end. Some cricket legends also called it quits to their fairytale careers this year.
Drones, chatbots, AI: How will Indian e-commerce change in 2018?
The Indian e-commerce industry has been growing by leaps and bounds. Till 2016, it made up 2% of the total retail market, but this number is set to rise to 12% by 2026.
India's first 'Robocop' launched in Hyderabad, named after 26/11 martyr
Hyderabad becomes the first city in India, and the second place in the world to deploy a police robot.
#ThatWas2017: Sportspersons who retired in 2017
Several iconic figures in sports have drawn the curtains on their illustrious careers this year.
Delhi Police ups security for New Year's Eve
'Dilwalo ki Dilli', also known for its high crime rate, is making sure nothing goes wrong this new year.
#ThatWas2017: Biggest technologies that died in 2017
2017 saw the development and introduction of some wonderful new technologies.
Day after sulking, Gujarat Dy CM Nitin Patel takes charge
After winning two states in the recent assembly elections, BJP is determined not to let anything mar the journey.
Andhra's "idli-maker" design for new Amaravati Assembly sparks humor online
Post the bifurcation of Andhra Pradesh (AP) in 2014, Hyderabad, which was previously its capital, has been shared by Telangana too.
#ThatWas2017: Test Cricket's best XI for 2017
Test cricket has seen some remarkable records been broken in the last 12 months.
Could the Kamala Mills fire have been prevented?
The immediate aftermath of the Kamala Mills Complex blaze was the usual: BMMC launched inspections, sealed premises and demolished establishments flouting fire safety norms.
Maruti Suzuki bids second generation Swift farewell
Maruti Suzuki India has bid farewell to the current generation of its highly successful hatchback, the Maruti Swift.
Fog affects 100 flights, 90 trains in and around Delhi
Delhiites were greeted by thick fog on the last day of 2017, which severely disrupted flight operations and train movement in the morning.
How Artificial Intelligence will affect your life in 2018
According to Pricewaterhouse Coopers report, using different data sets to make predictions, including predictions for shopping, is currently the biggest focus of Artificial Intelligence (AI) globally.
Mann Ki Baat: Modi welcomes 'New-India Voters' of 21st century
Addressing citizens on Mann Ki Baat on the last day of 2017, PM Narendra Modi welcomed the 'New India Voters' of the 21st century.
These astronauts will celebrate New Year 16 times in space!
Six astronauts will get to celebrate the New Year's Day 16 times aboard the International Space Station (ISS), at 402.3km above Earth, encircling our planet every 90 minutes, according to NASA.
CRPF jawan killed in Pulwama terror attack
One jawan was killed and three others injured when terrorists stormed a CRPF training center in J&K's Pulwama.
World's first robot citizen's India debut at IIT Bombay
The world's first robot citizen, Sophia, made her first India appearance at the IIT Bombay's cultural extravaganza TechFest on Saturday.
#ThatWas2017: Top sporting achievements by India in 2017
India did fairly well in sports in the year gone by, with major victories ranging from PV Sindhu's World Championships silver medal to Indian blind cricket team winning the T20 World Cup.
Rajinikanth finally confirms his own political party before assembly elections
Rajinikanth had promised to break the suspense over his political plans on New Year's eve, and he didn't disappoint.
New Lok Sabha bill to slim down big-fat Indian wedding
Not everyone can afford a big fat Indian wedding.
#ThatWas2017: 4 incidents in Bollywood which didn't deserve any limelight
We Indians have this habit of giving too much importance to frivolous stuff. This is even more pronounced in the glamorous world of Bollywood.
Will Alia agree to do a Priyanka Chopra's film?
Bollywood's international icon Priyanka Chopra has been away from Hindi entertainment industry for a long time, but the actress is now planning to produce two Bollywood films.
Which Android phone should you buy in 2018?
If you're looking to buy a smartphone, you'll have to make a choice between an iPhone or Android devices.
#ThatWas2017: A year of trains' derailments, mismanagement and misery
India will remember 2017 as the year of major train mishaps.
