A final-year MBBS student in Nagpur lost Rs 12.33 lakh after falling victim to an online Ludo game scam. The student was lured by promises of high returns from an app called 'Try Players', initially making small profits before investing a large sum and subsequently suffering continuous losses. He later discovered the game was rigged and was blocked by the fraudsters. Police have registered a case under the Information Technology Act.
The Supreme Court has highlighted the need to adapt laws to changing demographic realities, stating that laws penalising more than two children have lost relevance due to declining fertility rates. The court referred a case challenging such a disqualification to a larger bench, emphasising the importance of guarding against irreversible fertility decline and considering reproductive autonomy in the context of electoral participation.
The IPL trading window is active, with the retention list due post-November 16 and the mini-auction on December 16. Several significant player trades have already occurred, including high-profile moves like Hardik Pandya to Punjab Kings and Rishabh Pant returning to Delhi Capitals, alongside other strategic transfers involving T Natarajan, Zeeshan Ansari, Liam Livingstone, Jack Edwards, Khaleel Ahmed, and Nathan Ellis.
The WTA 250 Chennai Open will conclude this year as India lost its slot to the Philippines. Indian tennis legend Vijay Amritraj revealed that the Tamil Nadu Tennis Association is now aiming to host three to four WTA 125 events in January-February 2028 to provide more opportunities for Indian players. The move was influenced by Chennai's monsoon season and the rise of a Filipino tennis star.
Little Thomas may have its heart in the right place, but its storytelling never quite catches up with its intentions, rues Mayur Sanap.
A 57-year-old woman in Kozhikode allegedly lost Rs 1.35 crore to cyber fraudsters who posed as Mumbai Crime Branch officers. They threatened her with criminal cases and coerced her into transferring money for "verification" to the Reserve Bank of India, promising a return with interest. Police have registered a case and are investigating the incident.
Pandurang Kumbhar, 41, from Pune, changed his eating habits, made walking and running part of his routine, and used a smart watch and AI to track his progress. Here, he shares how his weight dropped by 16.45 kg and several of his health and fitness markers improved.
Asian Games gold medalist Sarita Gayakwad has allegedly been defrauded of Rs 69.10 lakh by a man who promised high returns on investment in his sand business in Gujarat. An FIR has been registered against the accused, Nitin Bharti, who is currently absconding. Gayakwad was persuaded to invest with a promise of 4 per cent monthly returns, but received neither the returns nor her principal amount.
Former Indian tennis star Sania Mirza has voiced concerns over the country's tennis system, stating it's 'still not great' and that India loses talented players during their transition from junior to senior levels, despite an abundance of potential.
A 70-year-old man from Bhiwandi was defrauded of Rs 1.29 crore by cyber criminals who lured him with promises of high returns on share investments through a WhatsApp group and a fake trading app. He lost his money after being unable to withdraw funds and being asked for more deposits, leading him to file a police complaint.
'Nana Patekar's dedication and passion were unmatchable. I remember there was a dinner sequence and the chicken had gone stale. He ate the stale chicken instead of wasting time waiting for fresh food.'
From FDNY tributes to preserved artifacts, these photographs document remembrance and the continuing impact of 9/11.
'I've been a recovering addict. I've been in recovery for the past six years. For most of my life, I have suffered from addiction.'
A 20-year-old woman lost her hand after allegedly being molested on a train and pushed onto the tracks at Naigaon station. The 53-year-old accused, Jitendra Girjappa Hirmukhe, was arrested on November 9, and faces charges including attempt to murder under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita.
World number two Aryna Sabalenka remains optimistic about reaching the WTA Finals semi-finals despite a comprehensive 6-4, 6-0 defeat to 19-year-old Mirra Andreeva, where she lost 11 consecutive games.
A 45-year-old woman in Kozhikode lost Rs 49.2 lakh in an online trading fraud after being deceived by a fake Facebook video featuring Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman. Police have registered a case and are tracking the bank accounts involved.
An NRI from Kunnathunadu, currently residing in the US, lost over Rs 2.11 crore in an online forex trading fraud. He was lured into a fake trading platform via a Telegram group and invested money since October 2025, but could not withdraw his funds or profits. Police have registered a case and are tracking the transferred bank accounts.
Veteran Indian shuttlers Kidambi Srikanth and Lakshya Sen have successfully advanced to the men's singles quarter-finals at the Kumamoto Masters Japan Super 500.
India's sole archer at the Youth Olympics, Gatha Khadake, was eliminated from the women's individual recurve U-18 competition after a narrow shoot-off loss to USA's Yeeun Whang in the quarterfinals on Monday. The third-seeded Indian fought hard through five sets, with the match ending 5-5 before Whang secured victory in the tie-breaker.
A 65-year-old man in Kannur lost Rs 2.69 lakh to cyber fraudsters who hacked his mobile phone during a WhatsApp video call while he was attempting to return online-purchased footwear. Police have registered a case and identified the recipient accounts.
India has lost 23 nationals in the ongoing conflict in West Asia, including 15 Indian seafarers, while five Indian nationals have been killed in attacks on commercial shipping in the Black Sea region and two others remain missing, ministry of external affairs (MEA) spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said on Tuesday.
Indian squash players Om Semwal, Rathika Seelan, and Sanya Vats have advanced to the second round of the Singapore Classic. While Semwal secured a hard-fought victory, Seelan and Vats won their matches more comfortably. Sandhesh Palanivel Ravikumar, however, exited in the first round.
The embassy of India to Yemen has successfully evacuated 19 Indian seafarers who were stranded in Hodeidah and Sana'a (Yemen) for the past two weeks, the Indian embassy in Yemen said on Sunday.
Indian-American Vivek Ramaswamy, endorsed by former US President Donald Trump, has lost Ohio's gubernatorial race to Democrat Amy Acton, who made history as the state's first woman governor.
Indian shuttlers Lakshya Sen and Kidambi Srikanth have advanced to the second round of the Kumamoto Masters Japan Super 500 badminton tournament. Sen defeated Chinese Taipei's Chi Yu Jen in straight games, while Srikanth made a comeback to beat Denmark's Rasmus Gemke. However, India faced defeats in the doubles matches.
India's Taniya won a silver medal in the women's 75kg beach wrestling final at the Youth Olympic Games in Dakar, Senegal, after losing to China's Zhao Min. Taniya had an impressive unbeaten run leading up to the final, defeating opponents from Germany, Greece, Estonia, and the United States.
Vozinha went from 56,000 to 28 million Instagram followers after Cape Verde's World Cup run. Now the goalkeeper says he wants his old life back.
Foreign institutional investors have withdrawn nearly $40 billion from Indian equities in the last two years and, according to Bernstein analysts, have 'little reason' to invest for the long-term, though they may 'return to trade'. The brokerage highlights challenges such as struggling large-caps, disruption from new technologies, and difficulties accessing small- and mid-caps (SMIDs) at an institutional scale.
Families of victims of the 1984 anti-Sikh riots, supported by the Delhi Sikh Gurdwara Management Committee (DSGMC), protested by burning copies of Sonia Gandhi's memoir, 'Belonging: A Journey of Love'. They object to her portrayal of the communal massacre, which she describes as "tragic and shameful" but also states Rajiv Gandhi's "heart held no bigotry or rancour" despite governance failure. Protesters allege the account does not reflect historical events and the suffering of the Sikh community, demanding justice even after four decades.
Tejaswin Shankar, India's national record holder in decathlon, secured a bronze medal at the Asian Games but expressed significant disappointment, stating he "lost the silver" rather than "won a bronze." He revealed his competitive drive, particularly against Japan's Yuma Muruyama, whom he beat in the final 1500m race. Shankar also discussed his demanding competition schedule and his strategy to achieve 8300 points for World Championships qualification, alongside his duties as a teaching assistant in the USA.
Manchester City suffered a significant blow to their Premier League title ambitions, losing 3-1 to Nottingham Forest. This third consecutive league defeat leaves City six points adrift of leaders Arsenal. Forest secured their first home win of the season, with Liam Delap scoring twice, while City's coach Enzo Maresca cited a lack of intensity for the loss.
Telangana's EAGLE Force has arrested a 30-year-old Bangladeshi woman and her live-in partner in Hyderabad, seizing synthetic drugs. The woman, who entered India on a tourist visa in December 2021, allegedly became involved in prostitution and drug peddling after facing financial hardship. She used false identities and established a drug supply network, eventually involving her partner.
A 76-year-old retired education department employee in Indore was duped of Rs 2 lakh by cyber fraudsters offering at-home life certificate services via a Facebook ad. The police swiftly investigated, traced the money used for online purchases in West Bengal, cancelled the orders, and recovered the entire amount within 24 hours.
Residents of Sammoo village in Himachal Pradesh have not celebrated Diwali for over 100 years due to a belief in a curse. Villagers fear misfortune, including fires, disasters, and deaths, if they attempt to observe the festival, a tradition stemming from a woman's 'sati' and subsequent curse.
Former US President Donald Trump stated that the United States did not initiate war with Iran, asserting that Tehran had been waging war against America since 1979. Speaking at the National Veterans Day Ceremony, Trump defended his administration's military actions, claiming significant damage to Iran's capabilities and aiming for "total victory" rather than a partial outcome. He also mentioned preventing Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons.
Magda Linette, winner of the Chennai Open singles title, supported the decision to postpone Sunday's final due to unhealthy air quality caused by firecracker pollution. She emphasised the health risks for players, ball kids, and spectators. While glad for the postponement, Linette suggested organisers could plan better for festive periods. Her victory marked her first title in over two years, ending a difficult run and boosting her confidence for upcoming tournaments.
India's Velavan Senthilkumar was defeated by France's World No 99 Amir Khaled-Jousselin in the men's quarterfinals of the London Open squash tournament, marking a significant upset.
The Supreme Court of India has directed WhatsApp and other intermediaries to propose measures against digital arrest scams and cybercrimes. Simultaneously, the court emphasized that financial institutions, including banks, must be held accountable and compensate victims for losses due to their failure in exercising due diligence. The RBI has been asked to submit a list of authorized financial institutions, and law enforcement agencies are to report on FIRs and suggest prevention strategies.
India never lost a Test at home while Mohammed Shami was playing. He played 21 of them, India won 17 and drew four.
Indian Olympic Association President PT Usha has been nominated by the Ice Hockey Association of India as a representative to the IOA General Body, keeping her re-election hopes alive. This nomination comes after her loss in the Sportspersons of Merit polls. The eligibility of nominated members, including Usha, is under scrutiny as the electoral process for the December 5 polls continues.
