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Bengaluru couple arrested for growing ganja plants in balcony, exposed by own Facebook video

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Bengaluru couple arrested for growing ganja plants in balcony, exposed by own Facebook video

Upon closer inspection, police officers discovered two empty flower pots—evidence that the ganja plants had been hastily removed and discarded.

Man defends viral Goa tourism critique in open letter to CM after police complaint: 'tourists felt cheated'

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Man defends viral Goa tourism critique in open letter to CM after police complaint: 'tourists felt cheated'

Ramanuj Mukherjee suggested that ongoing grievances will lead to another underwhelming tourist season in Goa, affecting the livelihoods of locals who rely on foreign visitors.

Doctor recounts close call with 'fake' Ola cab driver at Bengaluru airport: 'almost got trafficked, raped, looted'

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Doctor recounts close call with 'fake' Ola cab driver at Bengaluru airport: 'almost got trafficked, raped, looted'

The Ola driver did not ask the woman for an OTP at Bengaluru airport, a necessary verification step for Ola rides, and instead insisted she input her location into his map.

Now you can grab cancelled Zomato orders nearby for discounted prices. How 'Food Rescue' works

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Now you can grab cancelled Zomato orders nearby for discounted prices. How 'Food Rescue' works

With Food Rescue, Zomato customers within a 3km radius of a delivery partner carrying a cancelled order will see it appear on their app’s home screen, available to 'rescue' at a reduced price.

Can India build $100 billion tech titans like China? Zoho's Sridhar Vembu on what won't get us there

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Can India build $100 billion tech titans like China? Zoho's Sridhar Vembu on what won't get us there

Highlighting the need for '$100 billion revenue' companies to drive India’s economic future, Sridhar Vembu said that revenue—not valuation—should be the ultimate goal for Indian tech giants to lift millions out of poverty.

Investor offers his private jet to 'crying liberals' & celebs who promised to leave US if Donald Trump wins

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Investor offers his private jet to 'crying liberals' & celebs who promised to leave US if Donald Trump wins

While Donald Trump supporters view his comeback as a vindication after years of controversy, critics like Viola Davis, Billie Eilish, and Ariana Grande used their platforms to reflect the 'heaviness' of this outcome.

Married woman's photo used in fake 'elite' profile on Bharat Matrimony, lists her as 'newly joined'

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Married woman's photo used in fake 'elite' profile on Bharat Matrimony, lists her as 'newly joined'

The fake Bharat Matrimony profile in question, listed under the name Nithya Raja Sekar, displays Swati Mukund’s photo, with details claiming she is a 35-year-old fitness expert from Chennai.

Swipe right on status: All about ‘throning’, Gen Z's most shallow, clout-chasing dating trend

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Swipe right on status: All about ‘throning’, Gen Z's most shallow, clout-chasing dating trend

A study published in Science Advances notes that dating app users frequently aim to match with partners who are roughly '25 percent more desirable than themselves.'

16-year-old started a side hustle from her garage in 2020. She is set to make $3.1 million this year

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16-year-old started a side hustle from her garage in 2020. She is set to make $3.1 million this year

A key factor in Evangelina Petrakis' growth has been her dedication to the craft, with workweeks sometimes stretching up to 80 hours. She has a small team that includes her mother and a couple of employees.

Indian student offers to work '12 hours a day, 7 days a week' for free to stay in the UK: 'Fire me on the spot if...'

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Indian student offers to work '12 hours a day, 7 days a week' for free to stay in the UK: 'Fire me on the spot if...'

With just three months left on her Graduate Visa, the Indian student made a last-ditch appeal to potential employers, vowing to work long hours without compensation to prove her worth.

Rishi Sunak, Akshata Murty spotted at Third Wave Coffee in Bengaluru. Internet jokes 'working 70-hours at Infosys'

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Rishi Sunak, Akshata Murty spotted at Third Wave Coffee in Bengaluru. Internet jokes 'working 70-hours at Infosys'

Rishi Sunak, dressed in a white shirt and black trousers, was accompanied by Akshata Murty, who opted for a pastel-colored kurta.

Indian man asked Selena Gomez to chant 'Jai Shree Ram'. Watch what she did next in viral video

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Indian man asked Selena Gomez to chant 'Jai Shree Ram'. Watch what she did next in viral video

In the now-viral clip, Selena Gomez is seen posing with the man, who asks her to repeat the phrase 'Jai Shree Ram,' which translates to 'Victory to Lord Ram' in Hindi.

Want to relax indoors but feel FOMO about going out? You may have ‘Sunshine Guilt’

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Want to relax indoors but feel FOMO about going out? You may have ‘Sunshine Guilt’

Sunshine guilt: Experts also point out that it has become an expectation that people must go out when the weather is nice. Such stigmas can make people feel that they are missing out.

Dreading a meeting or presentation? Try ‘Eat the Frog’ technique to jumpstart your day

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Dreading a meeting or presentation? Try ‘Eat the Frog’ technique to jumpstart your day

Eat the Frog: By focusing on the day’s hardest task early, proponents of the technique argue that individuals are better able to maintain focus, reduce stress, and experience a motivating sense of accomplishment that fuels productivity.

Woman finds hidden stash of demonetised Rs 500, Rs 1000 notes during Diwali cleaning. Viral video

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Woman finds hidden stash of demonetised Rs 500, Rs 1000 notes during Diwali cleaning. Viral video

In her viral video, the woman reveals the hidden cash from a plastic bag, which has been kept a secret for years. There were several Rs 500 and Rs 1000 notes in obsolete currency.

What is 'sunset anxiety' and why do some people feel empty during twilight hours?

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What is 'sunset anxiety' and why do some people feel empty during twilight hours?

Factors contributing to this heightened anxiety include accumulated stress from a demanding workday, a lack of distractions, and the anxiety about falling asleep.

Elon Musk’s 'epic' response to Donald Trump's MAGA garbage truck stunt to troll Joe Biden, Kamala Harris

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Elon Musk’s 'epic' response to Donald Trump's MAGA garbage truck stunt to troll Joe Biden, Kamala Harris

Billionaire Elon Musk was thoroughly impressed with Donald Trump’s garbage collector stunt and posted a series of tweets praising him.

Delhi man orders chicken biryani, delivery agent lectures him on eating non-veg before Diwali: 'Bohat galat...'

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Delhi man orders chicken biryani, delivery agent lectures him on eating non-veg before Diwali: 'Bohat galat...'

The Redditor described his reaction, saying he was caught off guard and felt a twinge of guilt despite his own dietary choices.

Pakistani influencer Minahil Malik trolled for allegedly releasing her intimate video with boyfriend. Controversy explained

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Pakistani influencer Minahil Malik trolled for allegedly releasing her intimate video with boyfriend. Controversy explained

Minahil Malik lodged a formal complaint with Pakistan's Federal Investigation Agency (FIA), asserting that the viral video is a hoax but the backlash from netizens continued unabated.

Japan's 'tight men' don bodysuits & masks to mimic women, triggering safety concerns

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Japan's 'tight men' don bodysuits & masks to mimic women, triggering safety concerns

The trend appears inspired by ‘Animegao Kigurumi’, a cosplay style rooted in Japanese anime culture, where enthusiasts wear bodysuits and anthropomorphic masks to mimic anime characters.

Bengaluru's 'eyewash' demolition? BBMP deletes tweets as illegal building construction resumes

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Bengaluru's 'eyewash' demolition? BBMP deletes tweets as illegal building construction resumes

The BBMP, which has been functioning without an elected council since 2020, has seen similar instances of alleged mismanagement in recent years, with critics pointing to a pattern of lax oversight and superficial measures.

Artwork of banana duct-taped to wall to fetch $1.5 million at auction. The buyer will get...

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Artwork of banana duct-taped to wall to fetch $1.5 million at auction. The buyer will get...

The auction, set for November 20, won't deliver a banana from 2019 but a new, standard-issue fruit taped with fresh duct tape, accompanied by a certificate of authenticity.

Bengaluru techies protest against 'non-existent roads', locals paying themselves to fix potholes. Videos

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Bengaluru techies protest against 'non-existent roads', locals paying themselves to fix potholes. Videos

Bengaluru: The grievances stem from neglected infrastructure in neighbourhoods such as Gattahalli, Chikkanayakanahalli, and Chambenahalli, where roads remain riddled with potholes and degradation.

Trader praises Zerodha for 'no notifications, no emails', Nithin Kamath explains why

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Trader praises Zerodha for 'no notifications, no emails', Nithin Kamath explains why

The user had noted Zerodha as 'the only broker that never pushes you to trade in any form whatsoever'—a model that stands in contrast to the industry's engagement-focused tactics.

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