Defence ministry inks Rs 4,666 crore contracts for battle carbines, torpedoes
The contract for the procurement and integration of 48 heavyweight torpedoes along with associated equipment for Kalvari class submarines of the Indian Navy at an approximate cost of Rs 1,896 crore was signed with WASS Submarine Systems SRL, Italy.
Poonawalla Vision Fund I raises Rs 1,000 crore, aided by Ambit GPC
Poonawalla Vision Fund I was oversubscribed within three weeks of the launch.
Nikki Haley's son renews call for total H-1B ban amid visa delays, accuses New Delhi of chasing remittances
Nalin Haley’s comments are part of a broader campaign against the H-1B programme. He has repeatedly called for a complete ban, arguing that delays are insufficient.
2025 APAN Star Awards: When Life Gives You Tangerines wins big - check out complete winners list
The 2025 APAN Star Awards celebrated the best of Korean television, with IU emerging as the biggest winner by taking home the Daesang for When Life Gives You Tangerines. The Netflix drama also dominated major categories, reaffirming its impact on K-drama storytelling this year.
Saudis urge UAE to withdraw from Yemen after port strikes
UAE’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs denied the country had “pressured or directed any Yemeni party to carry out military operations” that threatened Saudi Arabia
Watch - Stranger Things Season 5 Finale Trailer Out: Eleven prepares for one last fight for a world beyond Hawkins
Netflix has released the final episode trailer of Stranger Things Season 5, giving fans an emotional glimpse of Hawkins’ last battle. The finale will premiere on December 31 in theatres and on Netflix, marking the end of the iconic series.
Nomination day drama in Pune as Shiv Sena candidate alleges AB form sabotage
The distraught candidate announced that she would approach the police over the matter. “My name is on my form, and I must get it back,” she said.
IND-W vs SL-W: Why Smriti Mandhana did not play India Women vs Sri Lanka Women 5th T20I?
IND-W vs SL-W: India made two changes bringing in G Kamalini, who made her debut, and Sneh Rana in place of Smriti Mandhana and Renuka Singh Thakur.
‘Battle of Galwan’ teaser rattles Beijing: Why Salman Khan’s film on 2020 border clash has China on edge
Beijing's criticism comes despite the clash being one of the most documented and consequential military confrontations between the two countries in decades.
SEBI mandates NISM certification for AIF compliance officers from 2027
Capital markets regulator SEBI has tightened norms for the alternative investment fund (AIF) industry by making a professional certification mandatory for compliance officers of AIF managers.
Meta to buy Manus, an AI startup With Chinese roots
Meta intends to continue operating and selling the Manus service while also integrating the technology into its products, it said in a statement.
Three keepers, one spot: Ishan Kishan, Rishabh Pant and Dhruv Jurel in the ODI selection race
While the selectors announced the T20I squad for the New Zealand series and the World Cup, they did not name the ODI squad. It is expected that the squad will be announced in the first week of January.
Teja Sajja NOT exiting Jai Hanuman, team dismisses exit rumours as baseless
Amid online speculation, Teja Sajja has dismissed rumours of exiting Jai Hanuman, with his team issuing a December 30 clarification calling the reports baseless and urging restraint in spreading misinformation.
Google India’s most-searched films of 2025: Saiyaara tops the list, Kantara Chapter 1 ranks second
Kantara Chapter 1 ended 2025 as both a box office giant and Google India’s second most-searched film, trailing Saiyaara and outperforming several major star-led releases.
How to check if your smartphone is hacked using this simple code
A simple USSD code can help users quickly check for call forwarding misuse, a common hacking tactic, and take immediate steps to secure smartphones against scams and unauthorised surveillance risks.
NRI dies as gun goes off while getting up from sofa in Punjab's Ferozepur
Punjab Police said Harpinder had been sitting on a sofa with a relative when the weapon suddenly went off as he stood up, with the bullet striking him in the stomach. The incident was recorded on the home’s CCTV cameras.
Mega Victory Mass song out: Chiranjeevi and Venkatesh light up the screen together in a full-blown celebration anthem
The much-awaited Mega Victory Mass song has finally dropped, giving Telugu cinema fans a rare spectacle as Chiranjeevi and Venkatesh share the screen, dancing together for the first time.
Easy dessert recipe for New Year party: Try these high-protein tahini chocolate balls
For those who want to stay on track even on New Year’s, a French biochemist shared a delicious, healthy tahini chocolate ball recipe. With rich ingredients that are high in protein and low in sugar, this one is easy to make yet indulgent.
Karnataka PUC centres, transport operators seek urgent fix to link pollution data with VAHAN; transport minister promises action
Moneycontrol on December 28 reported that AI-powered cameras in states such as Odisha and Goa are flagging Karnataka vehicles for ‘expired PUCC’ as the state’s pollution database is not integrated with the Centre’s VAHAN system.
2025 MBC Entertainment Awards: Kim Sook sparks debate after mentioning Park Na Rae in acceptance speech
At the 2025 MBC Entertainment Awards, comedian Kim Sook sparked online debate after winning Top Excellence Award (Female), with a brief remark in her acceptance speech drawing widespread attention.
2025 MBC Entertainment Awards: Yoo Jae Suk wins Grand Prize - check out complete winners list
The 2025 MBC Entertainment Awards celebrated the year’s standout entertainers and shows, with Yoo Jae Suk dominating the night by winning the prestigious Daesang. Kim Yeon Koung also emerged as a major highlight, bagging multiple awards and cementing her impact across MBC’s entertainment slate.
Microsoft’s Copilot usage report 2025: How people actually used AI this year
From health-related queries that appear consistently throughout the year to late-night philosophical discussions and seasonal spikes around relationships, the findings show AI becoming part of everyday routines rather than a work-only tool. According to Microsoft, these insights are designed to inform how Copilot evolves, while maintaining strict privacy standards by analysing only high-level topics and intent instead of raw conversations
Salman Khan arrives in Jamnagar to ring in New Year 2026, warmly greets paparazzi at airport
Bollywood superstar Salman Khan arrived in Jamnagar to welcome New Year 2026, drawing attention at the airport, where he smiled, waved, and wished paparazzi amid tight security and festive cheer.
Gurugram: 5,400 police personnel deployed for New Year's Eve security; traffic advisory issued
Gurugram police said strict action will be initiated against those found driving under the influence of alcohol.
