In a first, US Attorney General questioned in Russia investigation
After former chief strategist Steve Bannon, US Attorney General Jeff Sessions was interviewed by Robert Mueller as part of the investigation into Russia's involvement in the 2016 presidential elections.
From Meryl Streep to Dunkirk: All about Oscar nominations 2018
The nominations for 90th Academy Awards have been announced.
Bacardi to acquire premium tequila-maker Patron for $5.1 billion
With demand for high-end tequila growing across the world, alcohol giant Bacardi announced yesterday that it would be buying premium tequila-maker Patron Spirits International AG for a deal worth $5.1 billion.
All the action from day 9 of Australian Open
It was a heartbreak for Rafael Nadal, as the world number one had to retire hurt from the quarterfinals of the Australian Open.
Apple to discontinue iPhone X this year: Here's why!
2017 has been the year of iPhone X - Apple's most radical smartphone in years. The tenth-anniversary iPhone edition was undoubtedly the hottest smartphone on the market last year.
Gurugram: Activists write to govt seeking restoration of heritage structures
Days after the Haryana Urban Development Authority (HUDA) announced to build a sector road on a 100-year-old heritage stepwell in Badshahpur village near Gurugram, city activists on Monday wrote to the Haryana government to identify all important monuments and historical sites and sought for their restoration.
Peter Dinklage bids farewell to Game of Thrones
Peter Dinklage, celebrated as 'Tyrian Lannister' in Game of Thrones is all set to bid a final farewell to the show.
Delhi: Stephen's and LSR won't be included in ranking system
Delhi's top two colleges, St Stephen's and Lady Shri Ram College may not figure in this year's national ranking system of colleges as they have refused to share details regarding their faculty, one of the mandatory measures to assess the colleges' performance.
Top 10 highest paid footballers in 2018
Alexis Sanchez's swap deal from Arsenal to Manchester United makes the Chilean the highest paid player in the cash-rich English Premier League.
CPI(M) considering impeachment motion against CJI
Forgetting the crisis within their own party, CPI(M) wants to blow out fires elsewhere. Claiming that the crisis among the SC judges is far from over, CPI(M) is in talks with other opposition parties to bring an impeachment motion against Chief Justice of India (CJI) Dipak Misra during Budget session.
Long jams in Delhi as traffic restrictions implemented for R-Day
As traffic restrictions ahead of Republic Day were enforced in Delhi, jams erupted at various places.
Prateik Babbar gets engaged to girlfriend Sanya Sagar
The only son of veteran actor Raj Babbar and late actress Smita Patil, Prateik Babbar got engaged to his longtime girlfriend Sanya Sagar in Lucknow on Monday.
Bengaluru faces cold spell, temperature dips by two degrees
As soon as the residents of Bengaluru thought summer was almost round the corner, the city witnessed a sudden dip in mercury making the temperature fall by at least two degrees.
Tsunami alert issued temporarily after 7.9 quake hits Alaska
A 7.9 magnitude earthquake struck off the Gulf of Alaska in the US, triggering a temporary tsunami alert.
Teams are against new IPL game timings
The Indian Premier League Governing Council has decided to change the IPL match timings from 4 PM to 5.30 PM and 8 PM to 7 PM, as per the request of the broadcaster Star Sports.
Modi in Davos: PM discusses three biggest challenges of today
PM Narendra Modi talked about climate change, good vs bad terrorism and self-centeredness, the three biggest challenges the world is apparently facing today, at the 48th World Economic Forum (WEF) at Davos, Switzerland.
Balasaheb Thackeray: Remembering the tiger on his 92nd birth anniversary
The charismatic and limelight-loving Balasaheb Thackeray was a "true-blue" celebrity.
This German nurse killed over 100 patients out of 'boredom'
A German nurse, serving life term for two murders and three attempted murders of intensive-care patients, was on Monday charged for 97 other killings.
WhatsApp Business launched in India: Scope and risks
WhatsApp Business has started rolling out in India for Android users, four days after its launch. The iOS version is expected to arrive soon.
Lloyd Pope, the next Shane Warne?
18-year-old Australian leg spinner, Lloyd Pope has been the toast of the cricketing world for his record-breaking 8/35 figures at the ongoing ICC U-19 World Cup.
Netflix valuation touches $100 billion for the first time
Video streaming pioneer Netflix's market capitalization has crossed over $100bn, thanks to its spectacular quarterly results for Q4 2017 that helped push the company's valuation up.
Rajasthan Congress organizes 'LPG funeral' to protest rising prices
The Congress in Rajasthan is angry over rising prices, but it is creative too.
Woman raped in Gurgaon while husband, relative held at gunpoint
Another sexual assault has horrified Haryana, which has reeled under a series of such cases in recent times.
IPL auctions: 8 uncapped players to keep an eye on
578 players will go under the hammer on 27th and 28th January.
In-flight internet may cost you Rs. 500 for 30 minutes!
The TRAI recently approved in-flight connectivity (IFC) in India, and also released its recommendations on the matter.
Shiv Sena won't ally with BJP for upcoming polls
Shiv Sena has finally decided to go solo for the upcoming Assembly election poll and the 2019 Lok Sabha (LS) elections.
Mumbai: Fire breaks out in Bandra residential building; baby dead
An 18-month-old infant was killed while a four-year-old was seriously injured after a fire broke out at the pump room of a residential building, Shoeb Manzil at Perry Cross Road in Bandra on Monday.
#LoveJihad: NIA can't probe Hadiya's marriage, says Supreme Court
The Supreme Court has ruled the National Investigation Agency (NIA) cannot examine the marital status of Hadiya, whose marriage to Shafin Jahan became infamous as the Kerala "love jihad" case.
Trump mimics Modi when discussing Afghanistan: Washington Post
American President Donald Trump affected an Indian accent and mimiced Indian PM Narendra Modi when discussing Afghanistan in meetings, suggests a Washington Post report published on Sunday.
Shah Rukh gets Crystal Award for human rights at Davos
Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan was awarded the prestigious 24th Crystal Award on Monday at the World Economic Forum in Davos for "his leadership in championing children's and women's rights in India."
Fuel prices continue moving higher, govt mulls GST option
Petrol prices in Mumbai crossed the Rs. 80 mark yesterday for the first time since August'14.
Here's your chance to get Redmi Note4 for Rs. 999!
Homegrown e-commerce giant Flipkart is offering some exciting deals on smartphones under its ongoing "Republic Day Sale" that ends today.
Bengaluru police make ISI mark helmets mandatory from February 1
After taking action against half-helmets and insisting children need to wear helmets too, Bengaluru traffic police has now decided to make ISI mark helmets mandatory for all motorists.
West Indies to host 2018 ICC Women's World T20
The Caribbean is all set to host the 2018 edition of the Women's World T20.
#Davos2018: Modi meets Swiss president; India hosts welcome reception
For India, the World Economic Forum's (WEF) annual jamboree at Davos began with a bang.
19th US shutdown ends in two days: Who won?
The US shutdown has been called off as Democrats and Republicans agreed to a short-term funding bill.
Prakash Karat v/s Sitaram Yechury: CPI(M) against tie-up with Congress
It seems the CPI(M) is headed for a major face-off between the factions of party chief Sitaram Yechury and his predecessor Prakash Karat. They will battle it out at the party's conclave in Hyderabad.
Croatian kids can now read stories about same-sex families
There's more than one special thing about My Rainbow Family.
WhatsApp developing new "notification system" to fight fake messages, spam
WhatsApp is undoubtedly one of the most popular messengers; it is regularly updated to offer new features and improve the user experience.
#DefenseDiaries: India negotiates with Russia for Rs. 39,000cr missile shields
India has begun final negotiations with Russia for the Rs. 39,000cr acquisition of five advanced S-400 Triumf air defense missile systems.
With two days remaining, what would become of Padmaavat?
Sanjay Leela Bhansali's magnum opus Padmaavat is no longer just a film. Though the period drama isn't political, watching it would be.
All about Indian Mujahideen co-founder, Quershi's life
Earlier today, Delhi police had arrested Abdul Subhan Qureshi, the co-founder of the Indian Mujahideen.
#Davos2018: Armed with desi cuisine, yoga, Modi to woo world
PM Modi has reached the Swiss ski-town, Davos, to convince the rich and powerful that India is open to business.
Australian Open: Day 8 round-up
Day 8 of the Australian Open saw some of the biggest upsets in the tournament.
Nagpur man arrested for raping minor daughter for three years
A 45-year-old man, who works as a school peon, has been arrested in Nagpur for allegedly raping his 13-year-old daughter for the last three years.
Ranveer Singh, Arjun Kapoor to reunite for 'No Entry' sequel?
Best buddies of Bollywood, Arjun Kapoor and Ranveer Singh, who share an amazing on and off screen camaraderie, are all set to unite for the sequel to the 2005 film 'No Entry'.
Xiaomi Mi 6X and Mi 7 leaks reveal design, specifications
Popular Chinese smartphone maker Xiaomi is expected to launch two new handsets 'soon'.
Maharashtra cyber police to take action against online piracy
In a bid to stop the websites that upload pirated video content, Maharashtra police's digital crime unit (DCU) has decided to take action against such websites and eliminate them.
After WhatsApp Business, "Paytm for Business" app launched on Android
Only days after Facebook-owned global messaging platform WhatsApp launched its "WhatsApp Business" app, Indian digital payments giant Paytm has rolled out the "Paytm for Business" app.
Meet Richard Madley, the IPL auctioneer
While all eyes are on the players and franchises during the IPL auctions, we tend to forget the man in the middle of all the action.
Indian security personnel called up for 2022 FIFA World Cup
According to an Indian Express report, Indian security personnel involved in critical operations like the 2008 Mumbai attacks and in high-profile events like the IPL, FIFA U-17 World Cup, ISL etc. are being sought after to be part of the security assistance programme for the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar.
Govt planning to keep PF rate unchanged at 8.65%: Reports
According to reports, the NDA government is planning to keep the interest rates unchanged on PF deposits at last year's 8.65%.
Delhi markets to remain shut tomorrow to protest sealing drive
To protest the sealing drive by the city municipal corporation in South Delhi on the directions of the Supreme Court-appointed Monitoring Committee, all markets and shopping complexes across the city will remain shut on Tuesday.
Edward Snowden backs former RAW chief's article against Aadhaar
American whistleblower Edward Snowden continues to take on Aadhaar and its potential for misuse.
India vs South Africa 3rd Test: Probable Playing XI
Having gone 0-2 in the series against South Africa, Team India will have to do all they can to avert a whitewash, when they take the field for the third Test in Johannesburg on Wednesday.
Salman's 'Bajrangi Bhaijaan' to release in China
Aamir Khan has become the undisputed Bollywood king of the Chinese box office. Earlier 'Dangal' and more recently, 'Secret Superstar' raked in a lot of moolah for Mr. Khan in China.
Traffic restrictions in Delhi: Know which routes to avoid
Delhiiites should brace for four days of traffic restrictions in view of the upcoming ASEAN Summit and Republic Day celebrations.
Two new high-speed trains to replace Rajdhani, Shatabdi soon
Indian Railways is reportedly gearing up to introduce two new high-speed trains -operating at a speed of 176 kmph- even before the launch of India's first bullet train project.
Pakistani cleric arrested for beating eight-year-old student to death
A cleric has been arrested in Karachi, Pakistan, for allegedly beating to death eight-year-old student Muhammad Hussain.
Loya death: Don't cast aspersions on Amit Shah, says SC
On the first hearing on Judge BH Loya's death, the SC said aspersions shouldn't be cast on BJP president Amit Shah, who isn't a party in the case.
All you need to know about 2018 IPL auctions
578 players would be waiting to know their fate, when the 2018 IPL auction gets underway in Bengaluru on 27th and 28th of January.
New Manforce adrak condoms: For winter and sore throats
Just when we thought Manforce couldn't get any more creative than last year's achaar condoms, the male-contraceptive giant has upped its ante with the announcement of another much-loved desi flavor - adrak and honey.
Mumbai: Mercedes owner forges 'VVIP pass' to skip Rs.60 toll
Indians are known for their love for "free" stuff. We might be using a costly iPhone, but will always look for 'schemes' to make free calls.
#DefenseDiaries: India partners with Japan for introducing AI in defense
Artificial Intelligence is growing at a rapid pace; it's being applied in every major field, and Japan is undoubtedly among the countries leading this "AI revolution".
Rajput women threaten to kill themselves if Padmaavat released
On Sunday, thousands of Rajput women went on a 'Chetavani Rally' in Chittorgarh, a warning to the administration that if 'Padmaavat' is released, they will commit 'jauhar.'
New Zealand vs Pakistan 1st T20I: Records broken
After clean sweeping the ODI series 5-0, New Zealand are piling more misery on Pakistan. Today, they defeated Pakistan by 7 wickets with 25 balls to spare in the first T20I at Wellington.
16 injured as passengers "went flying" in Sydney railway crash
About 16 people were rushed to hospital with injuries when a train failed to brake at the Richmond Station and hit a barrier.
South Mumbai locals want BMC to permit 24/7 parking facility
After the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation started the new paid parking policy in various residential areas of South Mumbai, local residents requested the civic body to allow for 24 hours parking facility on the road.
Indian Mujahideen co-founder Abdul Qureshi, India's 'bin Laden,' nabbed
Abdul Subhan Qureshi, co-founder of the Indian Mujahideen (IM) and one of India's most wanted terrorists, was arrested by Delhi Police after a brief exchange of gunfire.
Priyanka Chopra to announce Oscar nominations
Last year, the Academy Awards introduced a new way of announcing nominations through sketch featuring actors. There are some surprises awaiting us this year as well.
Arvind Kejriwal: EC is acting like BJP's political stooge
Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal attacked the Centre's BJP-led NDA government for harassing his government. This was in reaction to President Ram Nath Kovind ordering the disqualification of 20 AAP MLAs based on the Election Commission's (EC) recommendation.
India's richest 1% pocketed 73% of domestic wealth in 2017
The rich in India are getting wealthier as the poor scrape to make ends meet.
Farmer crushed under tractor in scuffle with loan recovery agents
The plight of farmers caught in vicious debt cycles has come to the fore with a chilling incident.
Delhi rocked by violence over Padmaavat, Gujarat, Rajasthan affected too
Three days before Padmaavat's scheduled release, violent protests have rocked parts of India, including the capital.
World Economic Forum: Modi to pitch India as global growth-engine
Over 3,000 world leaders in business, politics, civil society, academia, and art are set to come together for the 48th World Economic Forum (WEF) Annual Meeting from January 23-26 to be held in Davos, Switzerland.
J&K: Ceasefire violation death toll climbs to 11 since Thursday
An Army jawan injured in a ceasefire violation by Pakistan on Saturday succumbed to his injuries, taking the death toll in border firing incidents in Jammu & Kashmir to 11 since Thursday.
Samsung Galaxy S8 vs. S9: Which one should you buy?
Samsung's much-awaited Galaxy S9 is only a month away from being officially launched as the company has confirmed that it unveil the device at Mobile World Congress in Barcelona in February.
Class 12 board exams postponed in Tripura: Here's why
The Tripura Board of Secondary Education has postponed Class 12 board exams to avoid a clash with the upcoming assembly elections.
