Tokyo Olympics bronze medallist Lovlina Borgohain has withdrawn from the season-ending World Boxing Cup Finals in India due to a nose-related issue requiring treatment. Saweety Boora will replace her in the 75kg division. India will field a full-strength squad of 20 boxers, with many receiving host nation privileges.
Andhra Pradesh is poised for significant foreign investment following a successful Dubai visit by Minister Dr. P. Narayana. Several UAE-based companies have shown keen interest in sectors like infrastructure, waste management, and shipbuilding. Discussions with firms like BEEAH, Tecton, and Carbonatik yielded positive indications, with invitations extended for the upcoming global investors summit.
Bihar’s first phase of assembly elections commenced today, with voting underway across 121 constituencies in 18 districts. Voters turned out in large numbers, with notable participation from political families. Polling proceeded largely peacefully, though minor EVM malfunctions were reported in Patna and Darbhanga.
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani was mocked for eating with his hands, a practice rooted in Indian culture. “Civilised people in America don’t eat like this. If you refuse to adopt Western customs, go back to the Third World,” Texas Congressman Brandon Gill had said, earlier. Health experts highlight that eating with hands can…
BabyCenter has released its list of popular baby names for 2025. The names reflect a blend of fresh energy and timeless charm. Parents are choosing meaningful and musical names. The list includes Olivia, Amelia, and Sophia for girls. For boys, Noah, Liam, and Oliver are top choices. These names are expected to be popular for…
Vasai Virar Municipal Corporation officials are named as suspected accused in the Virar building collapse that killed 17. Despite structural audits and repair notices, senior officers allegedly failed to prosecute the developer of the illegal Ramabai Apartment. The corporation defends its staff, claiming all due processes were followed for tax collection and water connections.
NTA SWAYAM correction: The National Test Academy (NTA) has closed the correction window for SWAYAM 2025 today. Candidates must finalise their application details, including personal information and examination city selection, at exams.nta.nic.in/swayam. The SWAYAM semester exams are scheduled for December 11–14, with two shifts daily and a duration of 180 minutes per session. NTA will…
Principal Secretary Mukesh Kumar Meena issued a stern warning to excise officials against negligence, emphasizing that actions damaging the government’s reputation will not be tolerated. He directed officials to prevent tragedies like Mulakalacheruvu by adhering to standard protocols and stressed the mandatory registration of all liquor bottles on the Suraksha App.
A Honolulu-bound UPS cargo plane crashed shortly after takeoff from Louisville, killing 12 people and igniting a massive fire. The MD-11 aircraft, carrying 38,000 gallons of fuel, experienced engine detachment during takeoff. The crash site, which included a petroleum recycling facility and auto parts warehouse, saw ruptured storage tanks fueling the blaze.
