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Deva trailer review: Shahid Kapoor brings Kaminey thrill back in this cop drama

Shahid Kapoor plays a cop who wants 'full freedom' in Deva. The trailer of the film hit the screens on Friday, adding to the anticipation around its release.

Bigg Boss 18 Finale: After Arunachal Pradesh CM, Chum Darang Gets Support From Union Minister Kiren Rijiju

The countdown to the Bigg Boss 18 finale has begun, and Chum Darang is gearing up to take home the coveted title. With just two days to go, the talented contestant from Arunachal Pradesh is receiving an outpouring of support from fans and prominent leaders alike. Chum gets support from Kiren Rijiju Union Minister Kiren Rijiju has thrown his weight ...

Fortnite Titan Takedown Event: Here’s start date, time, end date and what to expect

The Fortnite Titan Takedown event featuring Godzilla begins January 17, 2025. Players can transform into Godzilla through portals during matches. The event runs until February 21, with exclusive quests and rewards available.

Revised schedule for three Vande Bharat Express trains: Check new timings and other details here

At present there are 136 Vande Bharat trains services operational worldwide catering to the demand and in lessening the travel time for passengers.

Allu Arjun's Pushpa 2 Gets Bigger; Actor Reacts To Extended Version With 20 Additional Minutes, See Here

Good news for all Pushpa fans! Allu Arjun is back in theatres today, January 17, 2025, and this time it’s all about Pushpa: The Rule – or, rather, a new version of it that has a little more than usual to offer. The sequel that hit the big screens today got a fresh cut with a cool 20 minutes of extra footage. Naturally, Allu Arjun is absolutely buzzing about it.In a recent social media post, the actor shared his excitement with his fans. Allu...

Brewers knew emotional playoff defeat likely would be Bob Uecker's final game

With Bob Uecker's passing at the age of 90, the Milwaukee Brewers' 2024 wild-card playoff loss represented an end of era.

Bigg Boss 17 fame Samarth Jurel to play lead in Ekta Kapoor's highly anticipated project

Samarth Jurel, known for his humorous stint in Bigg Boss 17, is set to lead Ekta Kapoor’s new series. This opportunity is expected to elevate his career significantly, with the series remaining highly anticipated among audiences due to Kapoor’s reputation and Jurel’s rising stardom.

Gambhir told to stop ‘blame game’; Kohli, Rohit could be among 'targets': 'There was no Sarfaraz in BCCI meeting'

Former Pakistan batter Basit Ali has urged Gautam Gambhir to “play a role” in stopping blame games within the team amid furore over the dressing room leaks

India's likely Champions Trophy squad: Bumrah to be picked, no place for Samson, Nair

Champions Trophy 2025: Jasprit Bumrah is all set to be picked in the 15-man squad, but his availability is subject to fitness. Sources told India Today that Sanju Samson and Karun Nair are unlikely to be considered for the premier 50-over tournament, starting February 19 in Pakistan and Dubai.

US Supreme Court upholds law banning TikTok unless it's sold by Chinese parent company

The US Supreme Court unanimously upheld a law to force TikTok’s sale from a Chinese state-owned firm on Friday, January 17.

Blinkit Opens Temporary Store At Mahakumbh Mela: Netizens Call It 'Incredible Initiative'

Blinkit, an online grocery delivery service in India known for its quick delivery, has opened a temporary store at the Mahakumbh Mela in Prayagraj to fulfill the needs of pilgrims and tourists attending the holy fair. With millions of devotees gathered for the event, Blinkit's 100-square-foot store at the Mela is ready to serve those in need of essentials. CEO of Blinkit, Albinder Dhindsa, shared details about the temporary store in a post on X...

Karnataka HC stays defamation case against Rahul Gandhi

Bengaluru: In a significant relief for Rahul Gandhi, leader of opposition in the Lok Sabha, the Karnataka high court Thursday granted an interim stay on a defamation case filed by BJP over a controversial ‘corruption rate card' advertisement in the run up to the May 2023 assembly elections.Justice M Nagaprasanna ordered issuance of an emergent noti...

New H-1B and H-2 visa rules come into effect starting today, January 17: Changes and all other details

The US Department of Homeland Security has enacted new rules to enhance the H-1B and H-2 nonimmigrant visa programs, effective January 17, 2025. Updates aim to streamline the H-1B approval process, increase employer flexibility, and improve program integrity. H-2 updates strengthen worker protections and penalties for labor law violations.

Pushpa Director Sukumar Is ‘Reworking’ On Story For Pushpa 3, Says Composer Devi Sri Prasad

Allu Arjun starrer Pushpa 2: The Rule is breaking all the records at the box office and has become one of the highest-grossing and most successful films in India. Following the movie’s success, Pushpa fans are eagerly awaiting updates on its third installment. Keeping up with the excitement, music composer Devi Sri Prasad teased interesting details about Pushpa 3. Pushpa 3 Update Pushpa franchise music composer Devi Sri Prasad, known as DSP,...

Gold Price Today: Yellow metal prices jump by Rs 700/10 gm this week, silver trades flat

Gold prices fell slightly by Rs 66 to Rs 79,160/10 gm, while silver prices dropped by Rs 278 to Rs 95,525/kg. Gold surged by Rs 700/10 gm this week, supported by a weaker dollar and US economic data. Analysts expect volatility in prices due to dollar index fluctuations and upcoming Chinese economic data. Key support for gold is at Rs 79,000.

Shriram Finance dividend: Another cash reward in FY25! Announcement in Q3 Results 2025 - Check date, time

Shriram Finance Q3 Results 2025, Shriram Finance Dividend 2025: Shriram Finance Ltd, today, January 17, is also all set to declare its earnings for October-December quarter of the financial year 2024-25. Along with the quarterly results, India's 2nd-largest NBFC might also declare interim dividend as monetary reward for the shareholders.

JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon is facing an internal revolt; here's the main reason for it and what workers are planning to do

Recent reports revealed that the CEO of JPMorgan Jamie Dimon is on the verge of facing an internal revolt and the workers are actually planning to form a labor union and there is a pretty significant reason behind it.

Vikings GM addresses statuses of Sam Darnold, J.J. McCarthy

The Vikings' QB situation will be an interesting storyline to watch this offseason.

CNN-News18 Indian Of The Year 2024: WCC’s Padmapriya Janakiraman, Rima Kallingal Win Spirit Of Empowerment

Women in Cinema Collective (WCC) was honoured with the ‘Spirit Of Empowerment’ award at the CNN-News18 Indian Of The Year 2024. The advocacy group working for women in the Malayalam cinema industry was recognized and celebrated at the prestigious award ceremony. WCC members and actors Padmapriya Janakiraman and Rima Kallingal received the award, and delivered a powerful speech at the award ceremony.In her speech, Rima Kallingal said, “It takes a...

Erling Haaland’s record Manchester City deal to 2034 leaves Guardiola stunned

Pep Guardiola was so stunned when learning the length of Erling Haaland’s record new nine-and-a-half year contract that he asked Txiki Begiristain, Manchester City’s sporting director, to repeat himself. The 24-year-old’s fresh terms ties him to the champions until 2034 and will earn him a basic salary of around £500,000 a-week. It is the longest agreed by a player in domestic competition. Guardiola does not get involved in contract negotiations...

Lingayat concerns add new twist to caste census row in Karnataka

Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah announced that the Socio-Economic and Education Survey report, dubbed the 'caste census,' will be discussed in the next cabinet meeting. The report has faced delays due to administrative concerns and pressures from various caste groups. State ministers urged inclusivity for Lingayat sub-sects.

Former Bengals land with Steelers ahead of offseason

The Cincinnati Bengals made roster moves to flesh out the expanded offseason roster after the season ended. Other teams have started to do so, too, with the Pittsburgh Steelers notably adding two former Bengals players

BCCI cracks whip, makes domestic cricket participation mandatory in 10-point diktat; lists IPL ban as part of punishment

These measures were unveiled on Thursday as part of a 10-point diktat “to promote discipline, unity, and a positive team environment”

In a first, Kolkata hospital gifts itself a helipad to bypass city traffic choke-hold

Desun Hospital in Kolkata has added a rooftop helipad to airlift critical patients faster. This will help transport patients from remote areas and neighboring states directly to the hospital. Other city hospitals support the initiative, highlighting its potential to improve emergency care in the region. The new helipad could make patient transfers quicker and more efficient.

Saudi Arabia's Mecca Submerges as Flash Floods Hit the Holy City | Vantage with Palki Sharma

Pakistan's upcoming joint naval exercise with China sparks Indian concerns

China's active participation in the upcoming AMAN-25 naval exercise, hosted by Pakistani Navy, holds strategic implications for India in the Indian Ocean Region.

Hero MotoCorp Unveils Convertible Surge S32 Electric Scooter | Electric Scooter-Cum-Rickshaw | N18V

Inside Ronaldo's reported million-dollar contract extension: Half a million a day and a stake in Al-Nassr

Just a few weeks after it was reported that Cristiano Ronaldo could leave Al-Nassr in 2025, it has now been revealed that the Portuguese superstar has signed a new one-year contract extension with the Saudi Pro League club which will keep him in Riyadh at least till 2026.Ronaldo has not only added one more year to his initial contract which ends after the 2024-25 season, but the 39-year-old forward is also set to earn more than 200 million euros...

Disney Cruise Line Cancels Multiple Sailings Amid Dry Dock Update: Here's A Full List

The Disney Cruise Line cancelled multiple fantasy sailings due to changes in the ship’s dry dock schedule. The affected passengers will receive a full refund and also have been offered a 20% future cruise discount. They will be able to use the credit to book the revised cruises. The unplanned notice impacts sailings starting from October 20, 2025 to November 12.

Big relief for GST taxpayers: Protection against arbitrary arrest and coercion by GST officers; CBIC changes arrest and bail guidelines under GST

GST Arrest: Now a GST registered person can't be arbitrarily arrested and also coerced into admitting GST tax demand liability. This is because CBIC has amended the arrest and bail guidelines and now the GST officer has to give a detailed copy of the ground of arrest to the GST registered person being arrested. Experts say this will end coercion by field formations.

Infosys sell-off erodes Narayana Murthy's family wealth by nearly Rs 1,900 crore

Infosys shares fell nearly 6% on Friday, causing a significant hit to the Murthy family's net worth, eroding around Rs 1,900 crore. The family holds a 4.02% stake in Infosys, valued at Rs 30,334 crore post-selloff, down from Rs 32,236 crore.

1896 born Padma Shri Swami Sivananda has attended all Kumbh Melas in 100 years, disciples claim

Mahakumbh Nagar, Jan 16 (PTI) Padma Shri recipient and yoga practitioner Swami Sivananda Baba has been attending every Kumbh Mela across Prayagraj, Nashik, Ujjain and Haridwar for the past 100 years, his disciple Sanjay Sarvajana claimed

Supreme Court stays Delhi HC order asking AAP government to sign MoU with Centre to implement PM-ABHIM scheme

The Delhi government contended in court that the Centre s powers with respect to the National Capital Territory were limited to matters related to public order, police, and land and that health was a state subject.

No contradiction: Government on Army chief's 'standoff' remark on China

Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi earlier this week said that efforts are needed to restore trust between the Indian and the Chinese militaries.

Amit Shah directs Madhya Pradesh CM Mohan Yadav on swift rollout of new criminal laws

Home Minister Amit Shah emphasized police approval from senior officers before applying terrorism or organized crime charges under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita in Madhya Pradesh. He stressed on transparency and strict monitoring for proper implementation of new criminal laws. Shah also called for enhancing forensic capabilities and ensuring legal aid to underprivileged undertrials.

Rinku Singh Gets Engaged To Lok Sabha MP Priya Saroj: Reports

India cricketer Rinku Singh has reportedly gotten engaged to Samajwadi Party’s Lok Sabha MP Priya Saroj. As per a news portal, the two got engaged recently.Neither Rinku nor Priya have officially confirmed the development so far.Rinku, a regular feature in India’s T20I setup, was part of the Rohit Sharma-led squad that won the world cup last year. He’s set to return to action with the upcoming five-match T20I series against England starting next...

SpaceX Starship rocket explodes after launch: FAA says it slowed down, diverted aircraft, Elon Musk issues statement

After SpaceX Starship rocket breaks up after launch, FAA direct briefly slowed down and diverted the aircraft

Mukesh, Nita Ambani To Attend US President-Elect Trump's Inauguration On January 20

Reliance Industries Chairman Mukesh Ambani and his wife Nita Ambani, the chairperson of Reliance Foundation, will attend US President-elect Donald Trump’s inauguration on Monday (January 20), according to an official familiar with the planning of the anticipated event.The 60th Presidential Inauguration of Donald Trump is set to take place at 12 pm (local time) on January 20, 2025. The key moment of the event will be the swearing-in ceremony,...

Fire or not fire? Ohio State, Florida keep coaches to lead college football paradigm change

Athletic directors at Ohio State and Florida push back against rabid college football fan bases who want change, and win the moment.

CNN-News18 Indian Of The Year 2024: And The Winners Are...

The 14th edition of India’s most prestigious television awards, CNN-News18 Indian of the Year (IOTY) 2024, unveiled its winners at a grand ceremony in New Delhi on Friday.First introduced in 2006, the award has earned a reputation as a significant event in news television, honouring excellence displayed by the nation’s best in their respective fields. Previous winners include Shah Rukh Khan, Virat Kohli, AR Rahman, and the Indian Space Research...

Game Changer Box Office Collection Day 7: Ram Charan, Kiara Advani’s Telugu Movie Culminates Its First Week On Strong Note

Game Changer Box Office Collection Day 7: Ram Charan and Kiara Advani’s Telugu movie has been working well at the box office. But saw a dip on its first Thursday which might be create a negative impact on the overall performance. This is not the first time, the movie saw a drop earlier but managed to outshine the next day. But for the past two days, Game Changer has seen a massive drop. The film was released in theatres on January 10, 2025 and...

Donald Trump Inauguration: Executive orders, costs, guest list and everything else you need to know

Donald Trump inauguration: President-elect Donald Trump will move back into the White House on Monday after he officially becomes the 47th president of the United States. Inauguration day includes a formal swearing-in ceremony as well as musical performances, a celebratory parade and a number of formal balls. The inauguration is the most high-profile part of the transition of power between government leaders in Washington DC.

NFL makes important announcement about 2025 NFL draft

The NFL made an important announcement about the 2025 NFL draft on Thursday. It announced that 55 underclassmen were granted eligibility for the 2025 NFL draft. Another 15 players showed they completed their degree requirements in three years, making…

Go, Goa, Gone? Why Goa government and social media influencers have been at loggerheads over tourism

Goa Tourism Minister Rohan Khaunte has launched a tirade against social media influencers claiming some had been 'paid' as part of a 'tookit' to malign Goa s image

Leeds’ newest signing already tipped for exit as Jurgen Klopp masterminds shock Whites raid

Farke's thoughts on losing the player and how much Leeds could net from a sale have emerged amid claims the popular star is wanted by Red Bull's latest club acquisition

Punjab '95 Teaser: Diljit Dosanjh Brings To Life The Courageous Story Of Activist Jaswant Singh Khalra | WATCH

Punjab '95 Teaser: The highly-anticipated movie Punjab '95, starring Diljit Dosanjh, is generating immense excitement among fans and cinema enthusiasts alike. The wait is finally over as the teaser of the movie has been unveiled, sending netizens into a frenzy of praise and admiration. The gripping teaser showcases Diljit Dosanjh's powerful portrayal of Jaswant Singh Khalra, a courageous activist who dared to challenge the system in pursuit of...

19.5 lakh small Vedanta shareholders need to block this date for an important demerger step

Vedanta Ltd. has informed the exchanges on Friday, January 17, that the meeting of its equity shareholders, secured and unsecured creditors, will be held on February 18, 2025, for the demerger process to proceed.The meeting will either be held through video conferencing and other means. The date has been fixed as per the National Company Law Tribunal (Mumbai Bench) order, dated November 21, 2024."The scheme of arrangement is between Vedanta Ltd....

Imran Khan, former Pakistan PM, sentenced to 14 years in jail in land corruption case

NAB filed the case against Imran Khan, his wife Bushra Bibi and six others in December 2023 , accusing them of causing a loss to the tune of 190 million pounds.

GRAP-3 Revoked In Delhi As Air Quality Improves, AQI To Remain In Lower End Of 'Very Poor' Category

The Centre’s air quality panel on Friday revoked the curbs under stage 3 of the Graded Response Aaction Plan in the Delhi-National Capital Region (NCR) amid a decrease in pollution levels. Meanwhile, the India Meteorological Department has forecast that the air quality in the city will remain in the lower end of 'very poor' category in the coming days. The restrictions under stage 3 were eased a day after the Commission for Air Quality...

‘A new start’: Cuba frees opposition leader Ferrer, 126 other prisoners as part of Biden deal

Cuba has freed 127 prisoners including opposition leader Jose Daniel Ferrer in a landmark deal with departing US President Joe Biden that has led to emotional reunions across the communist island.Ferrer, 54, is the most high-profile of the prisoners that Cuba began freeing Wednesday after Biden agreed to remove the country from Washington's list of terrorism sponsors -- part of an eleventh-hour bid to cement his legacy before handing power...