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Five, including woman, arrested in Ranchi; three Pakistan-made pistols seized

Philadelphia 76ers staged a dramatic comeback, overcoming a ten-point deficit to edge out the Boston Celtics 117-116 in a thrilling season opener. Tyrese Maxey led the charge with a stellar 40-point performance, supported by an impressive debut from rookie VJ Edgecombe. The Celtics, missing Jayson Tatum, struggled with three-point shooting and crucial late-game free throws.

Actress Dipika Kakar revealed her liver cancer diagnosis during her Diwali celebration vlog, sharing that she is experiencing significant hair loss as a side effect of targeted therapy. She plans to use hair patches and emphasized the importance of health over career, expressing hope for a speedy recovery.

Raheem’s, a century-old eatery in Lucknow’s Akbari Gate, has been serving its legendary Kulcha-Nahari since 1947. This iconic dish, a melt-in-the-mouth Nahari paired with soft, tandoor-baked ghilafi kulchas, has become a culinary identity for the city. The family’s dedication to preserving the traditional recipe ensures its enduring appeal to a diverse clientele.

Bobby Deol candidly shared his experience of being sidelined in Bollywood when his films failed to perform. He described a gradual shift where industry acquaintances became distant, receiving fewer invitations and experiencing a noticeable decrease in warmth. Despite this, Deol expressed no resentment, acknowledging that such dynamics are common and that the same people now…

Composer Ajaneesh Loknath describes collaborating with Diljit Dosanjh for the Hindi version of ‘Kantara Chapter 1’s’ song ‘Rebel’ as an amazing experience. Dosanjh’s humble and collaborative nature impressed Loknath and Rishab Shetty during the recording. The song, featuring powerful vocals, plays a crucial role in the film’s narrative.

Lucknow’s rise as a capital began with Asaf-ud-Daula, building on its economic importance established by Saadat Khan. Saadat Khan developed key areas like Panch Mahalla and organized “ganj” markets. Nawab Shuja-ud-Daula further enhanced Panch Mahalla, renaming it Machchi Bhawan. By 1765, Lucknow was a significant town with thriving trade and industries.

The US military conducted its ninth strike against a suspected drug-smuggling vessel in the eastern Pacific, destroying the boat and killing three individuals. This marks an expansion of anti-narcotics operations into South American waters, with Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth vowing continued strikes against “narco-terrorists.”

Actor Prabhas is celebrating his birthday today, with his sister Pragathi Uppalapati sharing rare glimpses of the star. The makers of ‘Salaar’ also extended their wishes, highlighting his humility and on-screen intensity. Fans affectionately wished their ‘Darling’ and ‘Rebel Star’ on his special day.

Rookie VJ Edgecombe made an unforgettable NBA debut, scoring 34 points to become the third-highest debut scorer ever, behind Wilt Chamberlain and Frank Selvy. He also shattered LeBron James’ first-quarter scoring record and Allen Iverson’s franchise debut record. Edgecombe’s stellar performance, alongside Tyrese Maxey’s 40 points, propelled the 76ers to a thrilling one-point victory over…