A massive ₹8,980 crore ($975 million) deal involving global TikTok sensation Khaby Lame is now under intense scrutiny after dramatic volatility in the buyer’s stock raised questions about valuation and long-term sustainability. Lame recently sold his company, Step Distinctive Limited—which manages his global brand and commercial ventures—in an all-stock deal to Rich
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As India gets ready to celebrate Republic Day on January 26, 2026, the occasion offers a timely moment to reflect on the Constitution—the document that shapes the country’s democracy, rights, and responsibilities. Drafted between 1946 and 1949 by the Constituent Assembly, adopted on November 26, 1949, and enforced from January 26, 1950, the Constitution remains […]
Nipah Virus Alert: Bats at Kolkata’s Alipore Zoo Undergo Testing as Authorities Step Up Surveillance
Amid growing concerns over Nipah virus in West Bengal, health authorities have begun testing bats at the Alipore Zoological Garden in south Kolkata to determine whether they could be carriers of the deadly virus. The National Institute of Medical Research (NIMR) has initiated random RT-PCR tests on the zoo’s bat population. A specialised team visited […]
India’s largest airline, IndiGo, has been facing one of its most severe operational breakdowns in recent years. Over 200 flights were cancelled, hundreds were delayed, and thousands of passengers across major airports were left stranded in long queues, wondering what caused the sudden collapse in schedules. The disruption was triggered by a mix of crew […]
Delhi’s ambitious one-time traffic challan waiver scheme has run into a legal obstacle, delaying what could have been a major relief for lakhs of vehicle owners. The cabinet has held back approval after officials flagged multiple ongoing court cases related to unpaid challans, making the proposal legally complex. Sources told NDTV that the government is […]
Delhi shivered through its coldest November morning since 2022 as temperatures dipped to 8°C on Wednesday, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) reported. This marks the chilliest start to the day this season, dropping well below Tuesday’s minimum of 9°C. With temperatures falling 3.3 degrees below the seasonal average, Wednesday’s reading also broke the earlier
Alphabet CEO Sundar Pichai has strongly defended the value of immigrants in the United States, especially within the technology sector, saying their contributions have been “nothing short of phenomenal.” Speaking to the BBC, Pichai said the US government recognises this importance and is working to maintain pathways for skilled workers despite recent debates over the […]
India’s festive season brought a major boost to passenger vehicle sales, with strong consumer demand across segments. SUVs continued to dominate the market, while hatchbacks followed closely. Interestingly, only one sedan made it to the top 10 for October 2025. According to sales data, the Tata Nexon claimed the No. 1 spot, selling 22,083 units, […]
The Jain community recently showcased its impressive purchasing power by securing discounts worth a staggering Rs 21 crore while acquiring 186 high-end luxury cars, including BMW, Audi, and Mercedes. The initiative was facilitated by the Jain International Trade Organisation (JITO), which boasts 65,000 members across India. According to JITO Vice President Himanshu Shah,
Indian nationals have been excluded from the United States Diversity Visa (DV) lottery program until at least 2028. The DV program, commonly known as the green card lottery, is designed to promote diversity in US immigration by selecting applicants from countries with low immigration rates to the US over the previous five years. Why India […]
