Don't be that guest at a hotel that fellow guests hate! Do you slam doors, leave dirty plates in the corridor and take home things that don't belong to you? Brush up your etiquette.
Punjab Kings co-owner Ness Wadia has endorsed Kolkata Knight Riders co-owner Juhi Chawla's idea of starting the IPL in January provided there is scope for a change of schedule.
Saurabh Chandrakar, alleged kingpin of the Rs 6,000-crore Mahadev online betting app scam, has been remanded to judicial custody until November 19 by a special CBI court in Raipur. Chandrakar, extradited from Oman earlier this month, was produced after his eight-day CBI custodial remand expired. The Enforcement Directorate's application for a non-bailable warrant execution was dismissed, but they plan to approach the PMLA court.
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Traditionally associated with bridal jewellery, the mathapatti has found its way into festive wardrobes, wedding guest looks and even contemporary red-carpet styling. After all, why should brides have all the fun?
Delhi AAP MLA Jarnail Singh has filed a complaint with Mohali police after receiving a death threat message targeting party leader Arvind Kejriwal and his daughter, demanding Rs 7 crore. The caller, claiming to be from the Lawrence Bishnoi gang, made the threat on November 6. Police have registered a case and are investigating.
The Infosys Science Foundation announced the winners of the Infosys Prize 2026 across six categories: economics, engineering and computer science, humanities and social sciences, life sciences, mathematical sciences, and physical sciences. The prize now focuses on researchers under 40, recognising early exceptional talent with a gold medal, citation, and USD 100,000.
The Prime Volleyball League (PVL) Season 5, scheduled from November 30 to December 23 in Ahmedabad, will feature 29 international players, including Tokyo Olympics bronze-medallist Hernan Federico Pereyra.
OpenAI has launched local processing of AI requests in India for its API, enabling businesses and developers to run workloads on its GPT-6 Luna model within the country. This initiative addresses data localisation needs by ensuring both processing and data storage occur in India, removing a significant barrier for Indian organisations, especially in sectors like financial services.
The Indian government has made electric vehicles (EVs) the default choice for staff car procurement across ministries and departments, setting a higher price cap of 20 lakh for EVs compared to 10 lakh for ICE vehicles. Concurrently, new guidelines have been issued for procuring electronic devices, incentivising 'Make in India' products with a higher price ceiling.
AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi has declared Chandrashekhar Aazad as the chief ministerial candidate for the newly formed Samajik Parivartan Morcha in the Uttar Pradesh assembly elections.
US Soccer has withdrawn its national team from the men's FIFA Under-17 Football World Cup in Qatar, citing the US State Department's Level 3 travel advisory and concerns over armed conflict, including Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia.
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The Odisha Vigilance Department arrested a senior revenue assistant in Kendrapara for allegedly embezzling over Rs 3 crore from government funds intended for salary and pension payments. The accused, who had been absconding, was apprehended in Angul and is accused of manipulating the HRMS portal to make fraudulent claims.
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A 71-year-old man in Pune was allegedly defrauded of Rs 22 lakh by an unidentified person posing as a CBI officer. The fraudster threatened the victim with a 'digital arrest' and coerced him into transferring money, claiming his SIM card was misused for child trafficking. Police have registered a case under relevant sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita and IT Act.
The National University of Singapore (NUS) is inviting applications for its 2027 Amgen Scholars programme.
Jammu and Kashmir pacer Auqib Nabi, who helped his state to a maiden Ranji Trophy title, expressed surprise at his white-ball international call-up, stating he had expected a Test debut first. He emphasised the importance of hard work and adapting to different conditions.
Punjab Kings co-owner Ness Wadia expressed confidence that a 'different Hardik Pandya' will emerge at the franchise, asserting that both Pandya and the team are committed for the long term following his trade from Mumbai Indians. Wadia believes Pandya's experience and wisdom will strengthen the team's core and support captain Shreyas Iyer.
India has banned the export of lithium-ion battery black mass with immediate effect to ensure domestic availability of critical minerals and strengthen its battery recycling industry. This move aims to address the underutilisation of domestic recycling capacity due to inadequate feedstock and reduce reliance on imports for essential minerals like lithium, cobalt, nickel, and manganese.
Olympic gold medallist Abhinav Bindra has called for greater transparency and fairness in the electoral processes of India's sports governance system, highlighting an inconsistency between the Indian Olympic Association (IOA) Constitution and the rules followed during recent Sportspersons of Merit (SOM) elections.
Axar Patel has asked to be relieved of the Delhi Capitals captaincy for IPL 2027 after two seasons without reaching the play-offs.
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.
Australia's white-ball captain Mitchell Marsh has declined to share his account of the 2018 ball-tampering scandal, but says many are still hurting and backs Usman Khawaja's right to tell his story.
Police in Muzaffarpur, Bihar, arrested a man with counterfeit Indian currency worth approximately Rs 14,000. The accused is believed to be part of an organised gang with potential links to Nepal and Bangladesh, and had already circulated Rs 6,000 in fake notes. An investigation is underway to identify other members of the network.
From Kiara's sharp response to trolls to Sid taking a sly dig at Kartik Aryan, here's everything the couple confessed on the sets of Koffee With Karan.
Indian Grandmasters R Praggnanandhaa and Arjun Erigaisi started their fast classical campaign at the Total Chess World Championship Tour Pilot in Budapest with two draws each.
Festive shopping on EMIs and credit cards can leave households struggling with debt after Diwali. A clear repayment plan, prioritising expensive loans and refinancing wisely can help borrowers regain control of their finances.
Shreyas Iyer takes charge of India for the final two ODIs against New Zealand, with a point to prove with the bat. India lead 2-0 and will look to seal the series in Mount Maunganui.
Odisha Police have arrested a man in Surat in connection with the murder of a 76-year-old woman in Bhubaneswar. The accused, Balbhadra Maharana, was the victim's caretaker and allegedly fled with valuables after the murder on November 3. The victim, Kunjalata Nanda, lived alone, and her body was discovered on November 4.
Saif Ali Khan has taken Instagram by storm since his debut a month ago, amassing 1.3 million followers with his witty captions, charming family moments, and glimpses into his 'Nawab life'.
Chess will be featured for the third consecutive year at the Esports World Cup in Riyadh next year, with two-time champion Magnus Carlsen expected to defend his title. India also showed a strong presence in EWC 2026 with four Grandmasters, two of whom reached the quarterfinals.
In Rediff's new series on modern marriages, young couples from across India discuss how they deal with differences of opinion, lifestyle preferences and personal choices. Here, Ananya* tells Rishika Shah/Rediff how a relationship that once felt like a beautiful friendship has turned into a cycle of emotional outbursts, hurtful insults and apologies.
A caretaker at a children's home in Baghpat, Uttar Pradesh, has been booked following allegations of mistreatment and assault by children residing there. An inquiry found the caretaker's conduct inappropriate, leading to an FIR and police investigation.
A passenger has been apprehended following a hoax hijack threat that significantly delayed an Air India flight from Kolkata to Mumbai on Wednesday.
Formula One champion Lewis Hamilton has called on Israel to allow aid trucks into Gaza, stating that items like sleeping bags, first-aid kits, and medical equipment are being rejected for "crazy reasons" at the Rafah border crossing.
IIT Madras researchers have developed 'SEANAV', a real-time digital twin platform for autonomous maritime navigation. This platform allows for the testing, validation, and training of autonomous systems in a realistic virtual environment, addressing the challenges of real-world testing. SEANAV aligns with India's Sagarmala Programme and Maritime India Vision 2030, aiming to enhance safety and efficiency at Indian ports and reduce environmental risks.
England batter Joe Root has emphasised the critical need for greater adaptability within the team as they prepare for next year's ODI World Cup, stating that exposure to diverse playing conditions will help the young squad mature into a more well-rounded unit.
Net inflows into equity mutual fund (MF) schemes in India declined by 14 per cent month-on-month in October, reaching approximately 32,994 crore. This moderation was primarily driven by a cooling off in investments in smallcap and midcap funds, following a period of high growth, as investors engaged in profit booking.
