U-19 Women's T20 World Cup Semi-Final Live: England captain Ami Norgrove won the toss and opted to bat against India in the second semi-final in Kuala Lumpur. India have ticked all the boxes so far, while England faced a couple of must-win games in their run to the semi-finals. The Niki Prasad-led side breezed past West Indies, hosts Malaysia and Sri Lanka in the group stage, and Bangladesh and Scotland in the Super 6s. G Trisha leads the scoring charts for India, scoring 230 runs in five matches. Earlier, South Africa booked their birth...
Friday, January 31, 2025
Thursday, January 30, 2025
Viral Video Shows Professor 'Marrying' Student In Class, Probe Ordered
Several videos purportedly showing a professor getting married to a college student inside the classroom in West Bengal have gone viral, complete with wedding rituals like 'haldi' and the exchange of garlands, putting the university officials on alert.
An official said the purported incident occurred at the Psychology Department of the Haringhata Technology College in Nadia, about 150 km from Kolkata. The college functions under the Maulana Abul Kalam Azad University of Technology (MAKAUT).
The professor, identified as Payal Banerjee, is seen in...
Pixel 9a Release Date Revealed in New Leak; Could Launch Months Ahead of Schedule
Google Pixel 9a is expected to hit shelves soon as an affordable latecomer to the lineup. Several leaks have already surfaced, suggesting its design, camera, and battery specifications. Now, a new report reveals the launch date of the Pixel 9a. Google has unveiled its Pixel A series models at its annual Google I/O event in May in the previous years. The new leak howev.....
Wednesday, January 29, 2025
Hardik Pandya Blasted For India's 3rd T20I Loss vs England: "Can't Take..."
India's successful run in the ongoing T20I series against England came to a sudden halt after they faced a shocking 26-run defeat in the third match. Playing in Rajkot, the hosts restricted England to 171/9 after opting to bowl first. However, in the chase, India kept on losing wickets at regular intervals and could manage only 145/9, falling short of 26 runs. The entire batting lineup of India miserably failed to put up a good show as Hardik Pandya's 35-ball-40-run knock became their only saving grace.
As the scoreline of the five-match series...
Nothing Phone 3a Tipped to Get Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 SoC, 6.8-Inch Display, More
Nothing has scheduled a product launch in March's first week and the UK brand is expected to unveil new smartphones during the event. While the company hasn't revealed the marketing name of the devices, a new leak suggests the specifications of the purported Phone 3a. The upcoming handset is tipped to come with a Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 chipset...
Tuesday, January 28, 2025
Who Lost, Who Won After Selloff Linked To DeepSeek Slams Markets
The world's 500 richest people, led by Nvidia Corp. co-founder Jensen Huang, lost a combined $108 billion on Monday as a tech-led selloff tied to Chinese AI developer DeepSeek sent major indices plunging.
Billionaires whose fortunes are linked to artificial intelligence were the biggest losers: Huang saw his fortune fall $20.1 billion, a 20% drop, while Oracle Corp. co-founder Larry Ellison's $22.6 billion loss was larger in absolute terms, but represented just 12% of his fortune, according to the Bloomberg Billionaires Index. Dell Inc.'s Michael...
Xiaomi 15S Pro Reportedly Listed on 3C Certification Site Ahead of China Launch
Xiaomi 15S Pro is rumoured to be in development as the latest addition to the Xiaomi 15 series. The smartphone has now been spotted on a certification website which hints towards its imminent launch in China. The listing also sheds light on the charging specifications of the purported handset, suggesting that it will have the same charging speeds as the flagship Xiaom.....
Monday, January 27, 2025
NASA Astronaut Shares Stunning Photos Of Maha Kumbh Mela From Space
The ongoing Maha Kumbh in Uttar Pradesh's Prayagraj has caught the attention of millions, not just on Earth but also from space. NASA astronaut Don Pettit, aboard the International Space Station (ISS), has shared images of the event, showing its grandeur from the sky.
Mr Pettit, known for his exceptional astrophotography, posted the images on X, writing, "2025 Maha Kumbh Mela Ganges River pilgrimage from the ISS at night. The largest human gathering in the world is well lit."
The tent city of Prayagraj near the Sangam - the confluence of...
Sunday, January 26, 2025
Aus Open Final Live: Sinner Eyes Rare Feat vs Zverev In Battle Of Top Seeds
Australian Open 2025 Final LIVE Updates: World number one Jannik Sinner bids to join an elite company with back-to-back Australian Open men's singles titles as he faces Alexander Zverev in this year's final at the Rod Laver Arena. The Italian is the favourite to lift a third career Grand Slam and second at the Australian Open after his maiden triumph over Daniil Medvedev last year. Only three other men have managed the feat of lifting back-to-back titles at Rod Laver Arena since the turn of the century -- Andre Agassi, Roger Federer and Novak Djokovic. Zverev,...
Watch: IAF Choppers Shower Flower Petals During Republic Day Parade In Delhi
Flower petals were showered on the Kartavya Path from Mi-17 IV choppers of the Indian Air Force's 129 Helicopter Unit.
The helicopters carried the National Ensign along with the respective service ensigns of the Army, Navy, and Air Force.
Flying in a 'dhwaj formation', the helicopters showered flower petals on the audience present at Kartavya Path for the Republic Day parade.
Trooping the National Flag, the formation of helicopters was led by Group Captain Alok Ahlawat.
(Except for the headline, this story has not been edited by NDTV staff...
Saturday, January 25, 2025
History Of FIITJEE: The Rise And Downfall Of The Coaching Institute
The closure of several branches of FIITJEE in Delhi NCR and north-India has left hundreds of parents protesting against the institute demanding refund of their fees. The crisis in the coaching institute is a result of administrative and civic action that were taken against its branches for violating licensing and fire safety rules.
The rise of FIITJEE
As per the information shared on the official website, "FIITJEE was started with less than ten thousand rupees in 1992 and it became a leader in IIT-JEE (JEE Advanced) training in just five years...
Xiaomi 15 Ultra Design, Rear Camera Module Spotted via Leaked Live Image
Xiaomi 15 Ultra design has been leaked by a tipster, via a hands-on image. The Xiaomi 15 Ultra is expected to launch soon as the successor to the Xiaomi 14 Ultra, and the upcoming flagship is expected to arrive with a large rear camera module that includes a quad rear camera setup...
Friday, January 24, 2025
Opinion: Are Actor Vijay, AIADMK And BJP Teaming Up To Take On Stalin?
Actor Joseph Vijay's Tamizhaga Vetri Kazhagam (TVK) has from the outset positioned itself as an anti-DMK (Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam) force, open to alliances with other political parties, including the principal opposition party, the AIADMK (All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam). Vijay's colleagues from Tamil cinema who entered politics—such as Kamal Haasan in 2018 and the late Vijayakanth in 2006—learned the hard way that it's nearly impossible to win an election without aligning with one of the two major Dravidian parties.
For instance, actor...
Thursday, January 23, 2025
Rohit's Reaction Says It All After Early Dismissal On Ranji Return - Watch
Rohit Sharma's dismal run continued on Thursday as the Indian cricket team star batter was dismissed for just 3 during the Ranji Trophy match between Mumbai and Jammu and Kashmir. Rohit came under a lot of fire following his disappointing outing during the Test series against Australia. He scored just 31 runs in 3 matches and following criticism from both fans as well as experts, he decided to drop himself for the final Test match in Sydney. Rohit returned to domestic cricket for the first time since 2015 but his innings was cut short as he was...
Galaxy Unpacked 2025: Samsung Confirms Development of ‘Multi-Fold’ Galaxy Smartphone
Samsung has long been rumoured to be developing a tri-fold smartphone but concrete proof has been missing, until now. At the Galaxy Unpacked 2025 event on Wednesday, the South Korean technology conglomerate officially teased new form factor devices including a “multi-fold” device that will leverage multimodal artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities...
Wednesday, January 22, 2025
Union Budget 2025: What Is The Economic Survey, When Is It Presented?
The Economic Survey 2024-25, scheduled for release on January 31, will provide a detailed analysis of India's economic performance over the past financial year. Released a day before the Union Budget 2025, the report will highlight key trends across sectors like agriculture, industry and services while offering policy recommendations to address challenges and promote growth.
The Budget session in Parliament will start on January 31 and will conclude on April 4. Nirmala Sitharaman will present her eighth straight Budget on February 1.
What...
Xiaomi Unveils WinPlay Engine With Support for Windows PC Games on Android
Xiaomi may soon allow Windows games to run on its lineup of Android tablets, as per a recent teaser shared by the company on social media. It is said to be testing a new system dubbed WinPlay which brings support for Windows games to Xiaomi tablets. While still under development, Xiaomi says that its WinPlay Engine will result in only a marginal GPU performance loss w.....
Tuesday, January 21, 2025
Ashish Jain, Indian Real Estate Tycoon At Donald Trump's Inauguration
Donald Trump was sworn in as the 47th President of the United States on January 20, 2025, marking the commencement of his second term. Among the guests attending the inauguration was Ashish Jain, the managing director of Pune-based real estate company, Kundan Spaces.
Mr Jain, who met Trump and his son Eric Trump at a pre-inaugural dinner on January 19, is a well-known figure in India's real estate sector. Mr Jain also met Amazon founder Jeff Bezos at the event.
Here's a closer look at the businessman:
Ashish Jain has made a significant mark in...
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra Could Bring 200-Megapixel Telephoto Lens; Galaxy S26 Series Tipped to See Charging Upgrade
Samsung Galaxy S25 series has yet to be officially unveiled, but rumours about the successor have started popping up on the Web. Most recently, the camera and charging details of next year's Galaxy S26 trio have been revealed in leaks. The Galaxy S26 Ultra is tipped to come with a 200-megapixel periscope telephoto camera. The lineup is also said to launch with 65W wir.....
Monday, January 20, 2025
NDTV Explainer: Why Video-Sharing App TikTok Is Under Fire In US
Millions of TikTok users across the United States were left stunned late Saturday night when the popular video-sharing app became inaccessible. When users tried to open TikTok, they were met with a message that read, "Sorry, TikTok isn't available right now." The message explained that US lawmakers had enacted the ban, making the app temporarily inaccessible.
It also reassured users that Donald Trump - who is set to take over as President - was interested in working toward a solution to bring the app back once he took office, urging them to "stay...
Sunday, January 19, 2025
Donald Trump's Inauguration Celebrations Kick Off: Venue, Guest List And More
Donald Trump, who is set to take charge as the 47th President of the United States of America, reached Washington on Sunday morning, ahead of his inauguration ceremony marking his return to the White House. The incoming President's inaugural weekend began with a star-studded 500-member reception at the Trump National Golf Club in Virginia, which included his cabinet nominees Pete Hegseth and Lee Zeldin.
The incoming commander-in-chief posted a nearly 15-minute video from the event showcasing him and First Lady Melania standing beside each other...
Saturday, January 18, 2025
Top 10 Executive Orders Trump Plans To Carry Out On Day 1 Of His Presidency
On the first day of his first term, President-elect Donald Trump had signed just one executive order, which targeted Obamacare. But this time around, he has promised quite a few orders. Here are a few of them.
Mass deportation program
Trump's immigration plans are a key aspect of his day-one agenda. He has vowed to begin a mass deportation program, targeting undocumented migrants. "On day one, I will launch the largest deportation program in American history to get the criminals out," Trump said during a rally in New York City. This promise has...
Saif Ali Khan Attack: Urvashi Deletes Apology Post. Internet: "Is This A Joke?"
Urvashi Rautela recently found herself at the centre of controversy after making insensitive remarks regarding the attack on Saif Ali Khan. The actor shared an apology post on social media, only to delete it shortly after.
The Internet wasted no time in reacting, with users calling out her actions. One user wrote, "Apologising and deleting? Is this a joke or a publicity stunt?" Another one on X (formerly Twitter) wrote, "It seems like she's just trying to stay relevant. This doesn't feel like an apology."
"She apologised, then deleted...
Friday, January 17, 2025
Opinion: Is There A Saudi Cameo In The Israel-Hamas Deal?
If talks go well, the death machines will fall silent in West Asia, or at least Gaza, on Sunday. The US and Qatar have reportedly brokered a deal between Israel and Hamas to end the war.
It's been a long wait for the misery to end. The killings began on October 7, 2023, when Hamas fighters from Gaza attacked Israel on a Jewish holiday. They went about indiscriminately shooting and kidnapping unsuspecting civilians and some soldiers. The worst attack was on a music festival where hundreds of young Israelis were partying. All of it streamed live...
Realme GT 7 Reportedly Listed on China's 3C and TENAA Websites, Specifications Revealed
Realme GT 7 Pro was unveiled in India in November 2024, a few weeks after its launch in China. The phone could soon be joined by a vanilla Realme GT 7 model. Although the company has not yet confirmed the base variant, a new Realme handset, speculated to be the Realme GT 7, has reportedly appeared on several certification sites...
Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 FE Series, Galaxy Tab Active 5 Pro Chipset Details Leaked Ahead of Anticipated Debut
Samsung is scheduled to launch its next generation Galaxy S series at the Galaxy Unpacked event on January 22. However, those might not be the only devices that the company could have in development. According to a report, three new Samsung tablets might be in development and their chipsets have now been leaked. Two of them are said to be from the Galaxy S10 FE lineup.....
Thursday, January 16, 2025
"Who Were Crooked Puppets?" Lawyer Jai Anant Dehadrai On Hindenburg News
Jai Anant Dehadrai, the lawyer who last year accused a Trinamool MP of accepting bribes to 'target' the Adani Group, reacted Thursday to news Hindenburg Research - the United States-based short seller that alleged, with no apparent evidence, financial impropriety by the business giant - will be disbanded.
In a lengthy post on X this morning, Mr Dehadrai also linked Hindenburg shutting down to the return of Donald Trump as the US President on January 20; earlier an influential member of Mr Trump's party had called out a decision by the outgoing...
Wednesday, January 15, 2025
BCCI Grills Gambhir, Rohit On Test Slump, Gets 'IPL Salaries' As Answer
New revelations from the recent meeting between the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), chief selector Ajit Agarkar, head coach Gautam Gambhir, and Test captain Rohit Sharma continue to rock the Indian cricketing fraternity. As the BCCI looks to chart the way forward for Indian cricket, an explanation was sought from the team management over recent results, especially in Test cricket. As India stare at one of the lowest points in the nation's recent Test history, the defeats against Australia and New Zealand ask several questions.
In...
Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim Launch Timeline Delayed Until May, Tipster Claims
Samsung’s Galaxy S25 Slim is expected to be the slimmest device in the S25 series. While a recent teaser by Samsung hinted at the launch of a fourth model as part of its Galaxy lineup, there’s now information from China that the launch of the same may be delayed until May 2025. The Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim, as per the latest rumours, is said to be less than 7mm in .....
Realme 14x 4G Listed on FCC Website, Key Specifications Revealed: Report
Realme 14x 4G may be in development, according to a report. It was recently spotted on a certification website which hints towards its global launch. The phone is speculated to be available in the budget segment with 4G-only capabilities. The listing suggests that it could be equipped with a 6.67-inch screen and run on Realme UI 6.0 out of the box. Live images of the .....
Tuesday, January 14, 2025
What Is Pink Powder Dropped By Planes That's Helping Fight LA Wildfires
A bright pink powder blanketing rooftops, vehicles and streets has become a familiar sight in Los Angeles where air tankers continue to drop the substance to combat raging wildfires. Authorities have confirmed that thousands of gallons of this powder have been used in the past week to prevent the flames from spreading further. But what exactly is this pink powder, and how does it help contain wildfires?
What is the pink fire retardant?
The substance...
Samsung's First Tri-Fold Smartphone Tipped to See Limited Production in 2025
Samsung has reportedly been working on a tri-fold smartphone, which is expected to arrive with two hinges and a large main display. It is expected to come with a 'G-type' triple-folding display, which varies from the S-shaped in-and-out foldable screen seen on the Huawei Mate XT Ultimate Design model. A recent report has suggested that the South Korean tech giant .....
Monday, January 13, 2025
Wedding At 200-Year-Old Temple In Madhya Pradesh Sparks Row, Probe On
A wedding held at a 200-year-old temple in Madhya Pradesh's Indore has caused a row, prompting the authorities to order a probe into the matter, officials said on Monday. According to officials, the wedding took place on Sunday at Gopal Mandir in the Rajbada area of the city. The temple has been renovated under the Centre's Smart City project.
Eyewitnesses said the temple premises were decorated for the ceremony, Vedic marriage rituals were performed, and there was a feast for guests.
Locals have alleged that devotees and visitors were inconvenienced,...
Best Offers on Premium Smartphones During Amazon Great Republic Day Sale 2025
Amazon Great Republic Day 2025 sale is now live for all shoppers in India. The sale brings offers and discounts for products across different categories including mobile phones, accessories, laptops, wearables, kitchen products, TVs and other electronic appliances. The yearly sale started 12 hours early for Prime members. Amazon's Republic Day special sale offers addi.....
Sunday, January 12, 2025
Truth About Century-Old Skull, Believed To Be Of Cleopatra's Half-Sister
A mystery dating back nearly a century about a skull believed to belong to Cleopatra's murdered half-sister has been solved using modern DNA analysis and radiocarbon dating. The skull, discovered in 1929 by archaeologists excavating a tomb in Ephesos, Turkey, was thought to belong to Arsinoe IV, Cleopatra's half-sister, who was reportedly killed in 41 BCE at the behest of the Egyptian queen's lover, Mark Antony.
The skull was discovered in 1929 during excavations of an "Octagon" tomb in Ephesos, Turkey, by archaeologist Josef Keil and his team....
Saturday, January 11, 2025
Apple Chief Tim Cook, With Rs 544 Crore Salary, Gets 18% Pay Rise
Apple Inc. disclosed an 18% pay increase for Chief Executive Officer Tim Cook ahead of its annual meeting next month, while also saying it opposed a shareholder measure calling for an end to the company's diversity program.
Mr Cook's compensation grew to $74.6 million (Rs 643 crore) in 2024, compared with $63.2 million (Rs 544 crore) the prior year, Apple said in its annual proxy filing on Friday. In addition to executive compensation, investors will vote on four outside proposals at the meeting on February 25. The company opposed all of them.
The...
Friday, January 10, 2025
India's Squad Announcement Live: No Kohli-Rohit Surprise, Agarkar Set To...
India's Champions Trophy 2025 And England Series Squad Announcement Live: Fans around the world are eagerly waiting for the announcement of India's squad for the upcoming white-ball series against England and the Champions Trophy 2025. As per a report by the Indian Express, the BCCI selection committee, headed by Ajit Agarkar, is likely to pick both the squads on Friday. After the debacle in the recently-concluded five-match Test series against Australia, where India lost 1-3, many tough calls are likely to be made in terms of squad selection....
Xiaomi Working on Tablet With Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8 Elite Chipset, Tipster Claims
Xiaomi Pad 7 was unveiled in China in October 2024 alongside a Xiaomi Pad 7 Pro variant. The base model is powered by a Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3 SoC, while the Pro variant gets a Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 chipset. A tipster now claims that Xiaomi may launch a tablet with Qualcomm's latest Snapdragon 8 Elite SoC soon...
Thursday, January 9, 2025
Microplastics In The Air May Be Leading To Lung And Colon Cancer: Study
From oceans to mountains, microplastics have been found almost everywhere on the planet. These tiny plastics have also been detected in nearly every organ of the human body, including the heart, brain, lungs, kidneys, and even the placenta. The health implications of microplastics in our systems are alarming and far-reaching. Research has linked microplastic exposure to various illnesses, and now, a study has found a connection between these tiny plastics and lung and colon cancers.
In a paper published in the journal Environmental Science...
Google’s Quick Share Reportedly Lets Android Users Scan QR Codes to Transfer Files
Google has introduced a new functionality for its Quick Share feature which makes sharing files between Android devices a more straightforward process, according to a report. It was first announced by the tech company in December and is now reportedly available for use. Users can now scan QR codes in the Quick Share menu to send files to others in the vicinity, negati.....
Wednesday, January 8, 2025
Kangana Ranaut Invites Priyanka Gandhi To Watch Emergency. Her Reply
Actress Kangana Ranaut, who is gearing up for her upcoming movie 'Emergency', has shared that she extended an invitation to politician Priyanka Gandhi Vadra.
The film is based on the 21-month period from 1975 to 1977 when former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi declared a state of emergency across the country by citing internal and external threats to the country.
The actress, who portrays the role of Indira Gandhi in the film, spoke with IANS in the run up to the film's release on January 17.
She told IANS, "I actually met Priyanka Gandhi in the parliament....
Samsung Said to Launch Tri-Folding Phone in 2025; Could Cost More Than Huawei Mate XT Ultimate Design
Huawei Mate XT Ultimate Design was unveiled in September last year as the world's first triple-screen foldable phone. Ever since then, rumours about Samsung's first tri-fold handset started surfacing on the Web. A new report out of Korea suggests that Samsung could unveil a triple folding smartphone in the second half of this year with a G-type triple-folding design...
Tuesday, January 7, 2025
Fresh Bumrah Setback For India Ahead Of Champions Trophy Squad Selection
The injury incurred by India's top paceman Jasprit Bumrah, in the 5th and final Test against Australia in Sydney, seems to be worse than thought. Though the injury was defined as a mere 'back spasm' when Bumrah left the field for a hospital on Day 2 of the Test, the trouble is likely to keep him on the sidelines for a longer period. A report has claimed that while Bumrah is set to miss the entire white-ball assignment against England - featuring 5 T20Is and 3 ODIs - his participation in the forthcoming ICC Champions Trophy is also in danger.
India...
