A special POCSO court in Thane has sentenced Aakash Baburao Thorat to 20 years' rigorous imprisonment for sexually assaulting a 5-year-old girl in 2019. The court relied heavily on the victim's testimony, finding it credible despite defence attempts to discredit it. The accused was also fined and the victim was awarded compensation.
'90% of the returns of people who actually make money over a period of time comes from what is called temperament.'
Five people, including four members of a business family, were killed in a shooting at Hotel Bilas Inn in Guwahati following a dispute between the property owners and the leaseholder. The last rites for the victims were performed in their native places in Barpeta and Baksa districts. A Special Investigation Team has been formed to probe the incident, and the accused leaseholder has been arrested.
Oppo's latest flagship smartphone combines a high-resolution AMOLED display, a powerful MediaTek processor and a versatile Hasselblad-tuned camera system.
'Starting late isn't a financial death sentence -- it's just a call to action. You can't change your starting line but you have full control over how hard you run to the finish'
Hundreds of supporters of slain Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Pradeep Purnekar blocked Ghodbunder Road in Thane, burning tyres and disrupting traffic, demanding arrests in connection with his murder. The protest escalated after Purnekar's son, Ram Purnekar, was detained while attempting to protest at the Deputy CM's residence.
Barcelona has been fined a modest 602 by the Spanish FA following a complaint from Atletico Madrid regarding their approach to striker Julian Alvarez without prior written notification.
Shares of Jio Platforms, the digital services arm of Reliance Industries, made a stellar debut on the stock exchanges, surging over 21 per cent against its issue price, pushing its market valuation past Rs 12.50 lakh crore and making it India's second most valuable firm.
A sell-out crowd of approximately 40,000 fans is anticipated for the fourth T20 International between India and New Zealand at Eden Park, marking the third-biggest attendance in the venue's history for an international cricket match.
Ramayana: Part 1 had its grand premiere in Los Angeles, drawing attention ahead of its global release on November 5.
Beijing published the world's first global framework for vocational standards. If India does not act swiftly, it will be compelled to certify its workers by someone else's rulebook, cautions Abhay Jere, ex-Vice Chairman, AICTE.
'The priority of the government should be to use agricultural production for human beings first, and only after that for biofuel and such things.'
'India needs to create eight-nine million jobs annually to absorb the growth in the working-age population.' 'Failure to create productive jobs could squander the demographic advantage that we enjoy right now.'
Indian benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty experienced a significant drop in early trade, primarily due to a sell-off in IT stocks, a surge in crude oil prices, and investor caution ahead of the US Federal Reserve's policy decision.
'You cannot say on day one that a stock is a multibagger. Multibaggers evolve.'
'We always talk about that let Vaibhav enjoy his game, he should not feel any pressure, especially when he is batting.'
India has invited all 10 Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) member nations, including Pakistan, to the inaugural Civilisational Dialogue Forum in New Delhi from November 20 to 22. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh had announced this initiative earlier, aiming to strengthen cultural ties and mutual understanding among SCO countries. The forum will also address the collective fight against terrorism, a key concern for India.
The Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) has issued new guidelines for GST officers, mandating year-wise demand breakdowns in multi-year notices, clarifying registration procedures, and streamlining export rules to reduce litigation and improve taxpayer clarity.
Oracle co-founder Larry Ellison asserts that artificial intelligence will not destroy the traditional software industry but rather enable the creation of complete, ready-to-use applications tailored for entire industries. Speaking at Oracle AI World, Ellison dismissed fears of a "SaaS apocalypse," arguing that AI will make software much better, requiring no user training and simplifying installations. He cited Oracle Health as a prime example of an AI-driven, industry-specific solution, and also discussed AI's potential in drug discovery and its broader societal impact on jobs and taxation.
A man and five family members in Ballia, Uttar Pradesh, have been booked after he allegedly pronounced triple talaq to his wife over the phone following dowry demands. The victim, Ruksar, filed a complaint stating she was harassed for dowry and then given triple talaq when she refused.
Three-time Grand Slam champion Stan Wawrinka has played the final match of his career at the Swiss Indoors in Basel, losing to Jiri Lehecka. The 41-year-old Swiss star, known for his powerful one-handed backhand, announced his retirement after a career spanning 24 years, marked by major victories over Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic.
It is too early to judge whether the CJP will become a consequential political movement or remain a moment of protest. Its significance will depend less on the size of crowds or the reach of online campaigns than on what follows when the initial excitement subsides, notes Manoj Mohanka.
Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu announced that no loss of life has been reported following Cyclone Arnab, attributing this success to the administration's advance precautionary measures. Officials have been directed to focus on minimising property damage and restoring normalcy swiftly in affected areas.
Oracle NetSuite identifies India as one of its highest-priority markets, noting that small businesses, particularly outside major metros, are increasingly leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) and cloud technologies to expand domestically and internationally. This adoption is driven by India's young, tech-native population, which is less burdened by legacy systems, allowing smaller firms to compete more effectively with larger enterprises.
Cyclone Arnab made landfall on the Andhra coast early on Wednesday, causing widespread destruction including uprooted trees, damaged roads, and power outages. Two individuals died from electrocution in separate incidents. Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu has directed officials to expedite restoration efforts and provide aid to affected areas, while heavy rainfall is expected to continue.
Fourth-tier Fleetwood Town secured a stunning upset victory over 10-man Arsenal in the League Cup last 16, winning 5-3 on penalties after a 1-1 draw. Aaron Loupalo-Bi put Fleetwood ahead, and despite Viktor Gyokeres levelling for Arsenal, a red card for Max Dowman hampered the Gunners. Fleetwood's goalkeeper Lynch was the hero, making crucial saves and denying Guimaraes in the shootout.
'If the temperature remains very high, which is likely to be the case because of El Nino, it may lead to a shortfall in wheat production.' 'If that happens, we will be in a very, very difficult situation as far as food security is concerned.'
Every six was a mixture of power, timing, sometimes mischief, and even sheer audacity.
The US Navy's Joint Typhoon Warning Center (JTWC) has predicted that Cyclone Arnab could intensify into a powerful storm with winds reaching 222 kmph, significantly higher than the India Meteorological Department's (IMD) forecast of 125-135 kmph at landfall. Coastal Andhra Pradesh is bracing for potential severe weather and a sea surge.
Bhopal's special POCSO court has sentenced former newspaper owner Pyare Miyan to 10 life imprisonments and a Rs 77.64 lakh fine for the rape and sexual assault of five minor girls. His accomplice, Rabia Bi, received a 20-year prison sentence. Miyan, 78, lured victims with job promises since 2014.
Counting of votes has commenced for Legislative Council seats across Maharashtra, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, and Karnataka, with significant political implications ahead of upcoming electoral battles. The elections saw varied turnouts and intense contests between ruling alliances and opposition parties.
Kylian Mbappe apologised to China after a Mao Zedong meme sparked backlash and commercial fallout, contrasting with his previous outspoken stance against extremism, racism and police violence.
Veteran Indian midfielder Nilakanta Sharma has announced his retirement from international hockey after the ongoing Asian Champions Trophy, citing a desire to make way for younger talent. The decision, made after India's Asian Games gold medal win, is part of Hockey India's transition strategy for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. Sharma plans to focus on coaching the next generation of players.
Israel's crucial general elections witnessed over 16 per cent voter turnout in the first three hours, the highest since 1981, indicating a tight race between Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and challenger Gadi Eisenkot. The election is influenced by the ongoing conflict and demands for accountability over the October 7, 2023, attack, with Arab citizens' participation potentially playing a significant role in the outcome.
Andhra Pradesh is on high alert as very severe cyclonic storm Arnab is set to make landfall on its coast, with extensive evacuations, deployment of medical teams, and stocking of essential supplies underway to minimise damage and ensure public safety.
US First Lady Melania Trump on Tuesday announced that a ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine has taken effect beyond Oleshky two days ahead of schedule, with the move aimed at protecting civilians and facilitating the delivery of critical humanitarian aid to the conflict-affected area.
Engineering conglomerate Larsen & Toubro (L&T) announced a significant 32.5 per cent increase in consolidated net profit, reaching Rs 5,202.10 crore for the quarter ended September 2026, driven by robust revenue growth and a 28 per cent surge in order inflows.
The Himachal Pradesh Police have seized properties and articles worth over Rs 1 crore belonging to a convicted drug trafficker, Dalviro, and her family members. The action was taken under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act, following a financial investigation into Dalviro's assets after her 2017 arrest and subsequent conviction.
Devpalik Gupta, a digital communications manager for Prashant Kishor's Jan Suraaj Party, was found dead near railway tracks in Ranchi on Tuesday. He had gone missing from a moving train on Monday. Police are investigating, with preliminary findings suggesting an accidental fall. The party has expressed deep sorrow over his demise.
Jammu police have arrested the main accused in an alleged Rs 4.10 crore fraud involving fake job offers in the railways and tenders for water bottle supply. The investigation is ongoing to identify and apprehend other suspects and trace financial transactions.
