India stun Thailand, qualify for AFC Women’s Asian Cup
India secured a coveted spot in the Women’s Asian Cup 2026 in Australia by defeating Thailand 2-1 in a thrilling qualifier match. Sangita Basfore’s outstanding performance, marked by two crucial goals, propelled India to victory. The Indian team’s resilient defense and Basfore’s clinical finishing secured a historic win against the higher-ranked Thai team.
‘No constructions, tree plantations’: Height restrictions put in place within 20 km radius of Noida airport – check full details
Noida International Airport has issued an advisory mandating a ‘Height Clearance’ from the AAI for any construction or tree plantation within a 20 km radius. This is to ensure flight safety and protect navigation infrastructure as the airport nears commissioning. Strict adherence to height restrictions is crucial, with violations potentially leading to demolition and penalties.
UAE heatwave alert: Temperatures to soar to 46°C in Dubai and Abu Dhabi
The UAE is bracing for a scorching weekend, with temperatures in Dubai and Abu Dhabi expected to soar to 46°C. The National Center of Meteorology warns of elevated humidity and blowing dust, urging residents to take precautions. Authorities advise limiting outdoor exposure, staying hydrated, and protecting vulnerable groups during the intense heat, which is part…
‘It’s weird’: De Villiers baffled by Shreyas Iyer’s Asia Cup snub, suspects off-field reasons
AB de Villiers expressed surprise at Shreyas Iyer’s exclusion from India’s Asia Cup squad, despite Iyer’s strong IPL performance, Champions Trophy contribution, and leadership qualities. De Villiers speculated that non-cricketing factors, such as team dynamics or an abundance of leaders, might have influenced the selectors’ decision, urging further inquiry into the matter.
Netflix brings back Ian Eagle, Nate Burleson Matt Ryan and adds Drew Brees to holiday NFL games
Netflix is set to deliver a Christmas football doubleheader with a star-studded broadcast team. Ian Eagle and Nate Burleson will cover the Commanders-Cowboys game, joined by Matt Ryan. Drew Brees and Noah Eagle will call the Vikings-Lions matchup, bringing a mix of experience and fresh perspectives to the holiday games. Sideline reporters and studio crew…
Sekhar Kammula’s proud moment: ‘Kuberaa’ director’s daughter Vandana graduates; shares pic
Filmmaker Sekhar Kammula took to Instagram to share an emotional moment, honoring his daughter Vandana’s impressive graduation with honors. With a heart full of pride, he reflects on her exciting new journey ahead. This occasion also marks a special public appearance for Vandana, who last graced the spotlight during the ‘Kuberaa’ audio launch.
Nvidia-OpenAI partnership strengthens as ChatGPT-maker puts Google TPUs on backseat
Nvidia is strengthening its partnership with OpenAI, as the ChatGPT maker has no immediate plans to widely adopt Google’s AI chips. Despite a recent cloud collaboration between OpenAI and Google, the AI lab will continue to depend on Nvidia’s GPUs and AMD AI chips. This decision underscores Nvidia’s continued dominance in powering OpenAI’s computational needs.
National Hockey Tournament 2025 Kicks Off in Ranchi with Over 800 Student Participants
The Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations’ National Hockey Tournament 2025 commenced in Ranchi on Thursday, drawing approximately 800 students. Participants from states including Maharashtra, Karnataka, and Tamil Nadu are competing across under-14, under-17, and under-19 age groups. State sports director Shekhar Jamuar inaugurated the event, highlighting the importance of sports in fostering discipline…
Explained: How Canada’s new immigration plan helps students and skilled workers living in the country gain PR
Canada’s 2026–2028 Immigration Levels Plan prioritises permanent residence (PR) for temporary residents already living in the country. The plan focuses on skilled workers, students, and Protected Persons, providing pathways through Express Entry and Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs). IRCC will fast-track up to 33,000 skilled foreign workers in in-demand sectors and grant PR to 115,000 Protected…