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Vienna terror attack brings back 26/11 memories for Mumbaikars

As visuals from the horrific terrorist attack emerged from Austria's capital Vienna which killed five, Mumbaikars and other netizens couldn't help but recall the dastardly 26/11 Mumbai terror attack which killed 166 people, leaving 300 injured.

Nov 3, 2020

Karnataka bypolls: Voting underway at RR Nagar, Sira seats in Bengaluru, Tumakuru

Voting for bypolls to two seats in Karnataka commenced on Tuesday morning amid tight security following Covid pandemic norms. Voting began at 7 a.m. and will continue till 6 pm

Nov 3, 2020

Violin maestro TN Krishnan passes away at 92; PM Modi, Amit Shah pay tribute

Renowned violinist TN Krishnan, 92, breathed his last in Chennai after complaining of uneasiness. He is survived by his wife Kamala, son Sriram Krishnan and daughter Viji Krishnan.

Nov 3, 2020

'Hey Jacks': Obama dials people to vote for Joe Biden, 8-month-old baby interrupts

In a recent video that went viral, the ex-US President can be seen talking to a voter 'Alyssa' and her baby in the 2-minute conversation in what was called 'phone banking'.

Nov 3, 2020

Coronavirus India update: COVID deaths dip below 500 per day as India's tally at 82.7 lakh

With a fresh spike of 38,310 coronavirus infections and 490 deaths in 24 hours, India's tally on Tuesday rose to 82,67,623, said the Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare.

Nov 3, 2020

Twitter, Facebook flag Trump post questioning top court voting decision in Pennsylvania

Twitter and Facebook late on Monday both flagged a post by President Donald Trump that called a US Supreme Court decision on voting in Pennsylvania "very dangerous."

Nov 3, 2020

Bihar Election 2020: Phase 2 polling underway for 94 seats amid tight security | Details inside

Polling was underway amid tight security arrangements for 94 constituencies in 17 districts of Bihar from 7 am on Tuesday for the second phase of Assembly elections.

Nov 3, 2020

Vienna shooting: 1 dead, several injured in deadly terror attack

In a shocking incident on Monday night, the Austrian capital was struck with terror as multiple gunmen opened fire in central Vienna killing at least 1 and injuring several others. Read for more details.

Nov 3, 2020

Now RSS leader compares Mangaluru's Ullal market to Pakistan; sparks controversy

He also urged Hindus in the state to produce more children in order to protect Hindu culture and not to allow creation of small Pakistan anymore.

Nov 3, 2020

Tourists forced to return 80kms to clean up their litter; K'taka locals set example

The phone number on the bill receipts helped contact the 'culprits' and initiate social media campaign to bring them back.

Nov 3, 2020

Pareidolia or real proof: Conspiracy theorist claims to have spotted alien flying saucer on Mars

Conspiracy theorist waring claimed that the discovery of this flying vessel-like structure is concrete evidence of alien presence on Mars.

Nov 2, 2020

Indebted, ignored, bankrupt; sex workers in Kolkata now forced to take clients

The majority of the sex workers have taken loans from the informal sector comprising money lenders, pimps, brothel owners. And now they're paying a hefty price.

Nov 2, 2020

Vijay Mallya extradition: SC seeks status report in 6 weeks | Details

The Supreme Court on Monday asked the Centre to file status report on extradition of fugitive businessman Vijay Mallya within six weeks.

Nov 2, 2020

Burger King wants you to order from McDonalds [here's why]

Burger King has an unusual request for restaurant-goers. It wants you to treat yourself to a Big Mac over a Whopper and there's a strong reason to support this.

Nov 2, 2020

Delhi's minimum temp drops to 10.8 deg C, season's lowest temperature so far

The national capital recorded a minimum temperature of 10.8 degrees Celsius on Monday morning, the lowest this season so far, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD).

Nov 2, 2020