India

Thugs of Hindostan (Thugs of Hindustan) box office collection day 1: Film becomes highest first day Hindi grosser

With a box office collection of over Rs 50 crore, Thugs of Hindostan (Thugs of Hindustan) has set a new record of being the highest ever first day grossing Hindi movie, beating Happy New Year.

Nov 9, 2018

Gangotri shrine in Himalayas closed for devotees for winter season

The gates of the famous Himalayan temple were closed at 12.30 pm on the auspicious occasion of Annakoot festival, Gangotri Mandir Samiti president Suresh Semwal said.

Nov 8, 2018

Lucknow: Air quality dips to 'very poor' as people burst crackers past midnight

A thick blanket of smoke was noticed over the state capital and its neighbouring districts, as a result of the rampant burning of firecrackers.

Nov 8, 2018

Bigg Boss 12 November 8 episode live updates: Dipika Kakkar, Karanvir break down into tears after receiving Diwali message from family

After a long week of fights and tension, Bigg Boss 12 house will finally witness some emotional drama as the housemates would receive audio and video messages from family members on the occasion of Diwali.

Nov 8, 2018

Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan thanks Delhi Assembly for flood relief donation

"I would like to express my gratitude on behalf of the people of Kerala for the contribution of Rs 32,28,000 made by the Members of Delhi Assembly towards the Chief Minister's Disaster Relief Fund.

Nov 8, 2018

Scars and wounds caused by demonetisation more visible with time: Manmohan Singh

Describing demonetisation as an "ill-fated" and "ill-thought" exercise, Singh said the havoc unleashed on the Indian economy and society is now evident to everyone.

Nov 8, 2018

Govt land near Annayyappa lake in Bengaluru encroached using forged sketches - report

The government officials are willing to change the location of a footpath to accommodate the encroaching builders, says local activist group.

Nov 8, 2018

State-wise alliances to benefit Congress: Chidambaram

Apparently emboldened by the victory of the ruling Congress-Janata Dal (Secular) alliance in the recent Karnataka bypolls, Chidambaram said similar alliances should be formed in other states as well.

Nov 8, 2018

Bigg Boss 12: Why is PM Modi thankful to Anup Jalota?

The self-confessed PM Modi fan, Anup Jalota, made one such statement at the show which made us laugh really hard.

Nov 8, 2018

After Lion Air crash, DGCA asks Jet Airways and SpiceJet to check Boeing 737 MAX flights

The latest directive follows advisories issued by US watchdog Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and Boeing regarding B 737 MAX planes, following the crash of a Lion Air aircraft in Indonesia last month.

Nov 8, 2018

Madhya Pradesh elections: CM Shivraj Singh Chouhan's brother-in-law gets Congress ticket

In the latest list, the Congress has changed the candidature of Ashok Tyagi with Masarrat Shahid, a confidante of senior Congress leader Digvijaya Singh, and Hamid Kazi with Ravindra Mahajan from Sironj and Burhanpur seats respectively.

Nov 8, 2018

Telangana Police constable commits suicide over domestic problems in Khammam district

Srinivas shot himself in his room at the 15th battalion of Telangana State Special Police (TSSP) in Gangaram village.

Nov 8, 2018

Adhugo movie review roundup: This is what audience and critics have to say about Ravi Babu's film

Adhugo movie review roundup: Director Ravi Babu's Telugu movie Adhugo is a comedy drama featuring Nabha Natesh and Abhishek Varma in the lead roles.

Nov 8, 2018

Thugs of Hindostan (TOH) movie review: A great opportunity lost

Despite having a solid star cast that is capable of doing wonders, Thugs of Hindostan turned out to be a waste due to the flawed screenplay. Read full review.

Nov 8, 2018

Lee Chong Wei 'recovers very well' from cancer, says not retiring anytime soon

Cancer-stricken Chong Wei is planning to start training as early as next month and make a competitive comeback to the tour at next year's All England Championships. Chasing the elusive Olympic gold at Tokyo Games in 2020 still remains his "dream".

Nov 8, 2018