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Bollywood superstar and Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) co-owner Shah Rukh Khan shared a heartfelt post for Andre Russell after the latter announced his retirement from the Indian Premier League (IPL) on Sunday. After 12 seasons as a player in 'purple and gold', Russell confirmed that he will join KKR's support staff as the franchise's new "Power Coach" for the 2026 season. He will also continue playing in T20 leagues around the world and will remain part of the other Knight Riders teams globally. Taking to social media after Russell's announcement, Shah Rukh Khan hailed the franchise legend for his contributions to KKR, adding that 'any other jersey would indeed look weird on him'. "Thank you for the wonderful memories, Andre. Our Knight in shining armour!!! Your contribution to @KKRiders is one for the books... and here's to another chapter in your fantastic journey as a sportsman... The power coach - passing down the wisdom, the muscle a...

Three people died and two women were injured after a massive fire broke out at a footwear shop in south Delhi's Tigri Extension on Saturday evening, police said. A PCR call about the blaze at the shop on the ground floor of a four-storey building was received at 6.24 following which police rushed to the spot, they said. On arrival, police found the entire building engulfed in flames, with the fire believed to have started from the footwear shop on the ground floor before spreading upward, a senior police officer said. Three people were found dead at the spot, while two injured women were rescued from the building and shifted to a hospital, the officer said, adding that their condition is being monitored. Crime and forensic teams have been called to inspect the site, and evidence is being collected to ascertain the cause of the fire, police said. (Except for the headline, this story has not been edited by NDTV staff and is published from a syndicated feed.) from NDTV News- S...

The T20I tri-series final between Pakistan and Sri Lanka witnessed a massive controversy over a catch by Fakhar Zaman on Saturday. During the 19th over of the Sri Lanka innings, Dasun Shanaka was foxed by a slower delivery by Shaheen Afridi and Zaman timed his jump perfectly to complete the catch. However, the third umpire decided that the ball was in touch with the ground when the Pakistan cricketer finished the catch. The Pakistan cricket team players were visibly stunned with Fakhar expressing his displeasure. Just one ball later, Afridi clean bowled Shanaka and both the bowler as well as Zaman mockingly appealed towards the third umpire before resuming their celebration. Shaheen says fakhar Bhai no issue Bhai karly ga na yara pic.twitter.com/dtbb0EqPUU — Shoaib Sadiq Waran (@Shoaibsadiq3424) November 29, 2025 Coming to the match, Pakistan won the toss and opted to field.  Angry Fakhar Zaman pic.twitter.com/sETjUARyzs https://t.co/viW4d7x7jf — FAKHARAMIRIMAD (@hahs42...

The Philadelphia 76ers face the Brooklyn Nets in the NBA Cup without their MVP Joel Embiid, sidelined by ongoing right knee management. This marks his ninth consecutive missed game, highlighting the team's depth challenges. With several other key players also out, the Sixers, led by Tyrese Maxey, aim for resilience against a similarly shorthanded Nets squad. from Times of India https://ift.tt/ofZzhHy

Arjun Tendulkar , son of legendary cricketer Sachin Tendulkar , took three wickets in four overs as Goa registered a big win over Chandigarh in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy on Friday. Arjun, who was traded to Lucknow Super Giants from Mumbai Indians ahead of IPL 2026, looked in brilliant form at Eden Gardens. The left-arm fast bowler troubled the Chandigarh batters constantly and, in his very first over, clean bowled Shivam Bhambri. He followed it up with the wickets of Arjun Azad and Jagjit Singh . The third dismissal came from a brilliant yorker that crashed into the stumps, leaving the batter stunned. Chasing 174, Chandigarh were bundled out for 121 in 19 overs, with Arjun taking the final catch of the match. He finished with impressive figures of 4-0-17-3, a performance that left both fans and experts impressed. Meanwhile, Ayush Mhatre's 53-ball 110 not out and India all-rounder Shivam Dube 's unbeaten 39 powered Mumbai to a comprehensive seven-wicket victory over Vidarb...

Mark Cuban has cautioned major AI firms like OpenAI and Google against excessive spending in the race for the most powerful models. He likens the current AI arms race to the 1990s search engine boom, predicting a potential bubble and winner-take-all outcome. Cuban believes true disruption will emerge from unexpected breakthroughs, not just incremental improvements. from Times of India https://ift.tt/O0i9pJk

A shocking incident from Russia has sparked conversations around extreme eating challenges after a well-known fitness trainer died in his sleep during a fast-food binge experiment. According to a report by the Daily Mail , 30-year-old Dmitry Nuyanzin, a fitness coach and influencer from Orenburg, had been consuming vast amounts of junk food for weeks as part of an online 'marathon' challenge. His goal, as he regularly told his followers, was to rapidly gain weight and then demonstrate how quickly he could shed it again - an experiment he hoped would motivate clients signing up for his weight-loss programme. Nuyanzin reportedly consumed close to 10,000 kilocalories a day and documented his meals, food choices, and weight fluctuations on social media.  The challenge took a tragic turn when he died in his sleep, with local outlet Ostorozhno Novosti reporting heart failure as the cause. Why He Was Eating 10,000 Calories A Day According to the Daily Mail, Nuyanzin set out to del...

The United Arab Emirates has stopped issuing visas to Pakistani citizens over concerns that they were "getting involved in criminal activities" after reaching the UAE. Additional Interior Secretary of Pakistan, Salman Chaudhry, disclosed the development during a meeting of the Senate Functional Committee on Human Rights. Chaudhry also said that once the ban is imposed, it will be difficult to get it removed, per a report by Pakistani newspaper Dawn. Overseas Employment Promoter Aisam Baig said the UAE government was worried that Pakistanis on "visit visas, not work visas" resort to begging in the country. The UAE is currently only issuing visas to holders of blue and diplomatic passports. Pakistani Senator Samina Mumtaz Zehri, chair of the Senate committee on human rights, stated that only a handful of citizens were granted visas "after much difficulty". Earlier, the UAE had made it mandatory for visa applicants to provide a character certificate prov...

The Women's Premier League (WPL) 2026 auction has come to an end. Deepti Sharma , the Player of the Tournament in India's recent Women's ODI World Cup triumph, became the joint second-most expensive player in the league's auction history when UP Warriorz exercised their Right to Match (RTM) card to reclaim her for Rs 3.2 crore. New Zealand's Amelia Kerr became the costliest foreign player of the auction after being picked by Mumbai Indians for Rs 3 crore. India's Shikha Pandey was the surprise big buy of the WPL auction at Rs 2.4 crore, also picked by UP Warriorz. WPL 2026: Full Squads Of All Teams After Mega Auction And Salaries ## All figures in INR Mumbai Indians: Nat Sciver -Brunt (Retained 3.5 Cr), Harmanpreet Kaur (Retained 2.5 Cr), Hayley Mathews (Retained 1.75 Cr), Amanjot Kaur (Retained 1 Cr), G Kamalini (Retained 50 Lakh), Amelia Kerr (3 Cr), Shabnim Ismail (60 Lakh), Sanskriti Gupta (20 Lakh), Sajeevan Sajana (75 Lakh), Rahila Firdous (10 ...

Skipper Shubman Gill , who missed the second Test due to a neck injury, struck a defiant tone of unity and resolve after India's 0-2 series loss to South Africa, saying the team would "rise stronger" despite the setback. The two-Test series ended in humiliation for India as South Africa completed a clean sweep, defeating the hosts by 408 runs in the second Test at Guwahati -- their first series win on Indian soil in 25 years. South Africa had defeated India in the opening Test in Kolkata by 30 runs. The loss triggered widespread criticism and discussion around the team's performance and leadership with fans booing coach Gautam Gambhir . "Calm seas don't teach you how to steer, it's the storm that forges steady hands. We'll continue to believe in each other, fight for each other, and move forward - rising stronger," Gill wrote in 'X' on Wednesday. Calm seas don't teach you how to steer, it's the storm that forges steady hands. W...

The NFL’s 2025 Thanksgiving slate features three major halftime acts across three nationally televised games. Jack White headlines in Detroit, Post Malone takes the stage in Dallas, and Lil Jon closes the night in Baltimore. Here’s the full performer list, kickoff times, and where to watch each game and halftime show across FOX, CBS, NBC, and streaming platforms. from Times of India https://ift.tt/0ZGQhgl

Houston Rockets star Kevin Durant will miss the next two games due to a family matter, sparking fan speculation. The absence comes as the Rockets face former teams Phoenix Suns and Golden State Warriors, leading to jokes about avoidance. While a fatherhood rumor has surfaced, it remains unconfirmed, with fans sending well wishes. from Times of India https://ift.tt/ImfMJDc

Actor Celina Jaitly has approached a Mumbai court with a detailed domestic violence complaint against her husband, Peter Haag. Filed under the Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act, 2005, the petition outlines claims of emotional, physical, sexual, and verbal abuse.  Allegations Of Abuse  According to SCREEN , the petition, drafted by Karanjawala & Co., Celina has accused Peter Haag of repeatedly belittling her through racist comments. The document states that he allegedly referred to her as a "maidservant" and claimed she resembled his maid. These remarks, the petition notes, formed a pattern of humiliation that compounded the emotional strain she was already facing. The petition also alleges that during a period marked by profound personal tragedies-including the death of her infant son, Samshera, in 2017, and the loss of both her parents-Peter exerted pressure on Celina to transfer her Mumbai residence into his name.  At the time, she was reportedly ba...

A day after Indian cricket team star Smriti Mandhana and music composer Palash Muchhal's wedding was postponed following the former's father Shrinivas falling sick on Sunday, the groom's sister Palak released a statement. "Due to Smriti's dad's health, Smriti and Palash's wedding has been put on hold. We request all of you to respect the privacy of the families during this sensitive time," she posted on her Instagram story. Indian women's cricket team superstar Smriti Mandhana had to postpone her wedding ceremony on Sunday after her father displayed heart attack-like symptoms. An ambulance was sent to the wedding venue quickly after the symptoms emerged, and Smriti's father was soon taken to a local hospital. The medical emergency in the family brought the wedding festivities to a halt, with Smriti refusing to go ahead with the ceremony in her father's absence. Smriti's fiancé Palash Muchhal also had to be taken to a hospital after...

Dharmendra died on Monday, November 24, in Mumbai at the age of 89. The news of his demise has sent a wave of grief across the country, as fans, colleagues, and loved ones mourn the loss of an icon. Amid this profound loss, the actor's final Instagram post has resurfaced and quickly gone viral. The video was shared last month on the occasion of Dussehra. In the short clip, Dharmendra is seen seated in a golf cart, surrounded by members of his staff. Smiling gently, he greets his admirers and says, "Tamaam bhai behno ko, bachche bachiyon ko, Dusshera ki shubhkamnaye. Bhagwan aapko lambi sehat de, khushiyan de, aur ab aap naye ban ke rahe, tab toh tarraki hi tarraki hai. (To all brothers and sisters, boys and girls, best wishes for Dussehra. May God bless you with long life, happiness, and may you always stay renewed and refreshed so that success keeps coming your way.)" View this post on Instagram A post shared by Dharmendra D...

After the intense battles fought on the plains of Bihar and in the Supreme Court, the special intensive revision (SIR) exercise frontline has moved to West Bengal, where Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee and her Trinamool Congress has already started opposing the Election Commission's initiative to clean-up the voter rolls. The Congress, too, is one of the opposition parties that have severely criticised the SIR; some Congress leaders even faulted the SIR for the party's bad show in the Bihar assembly election. On Sunday, Congress MP Rahul Gandhi led the opposition's battle formation on the SIR in Bengal. "Under the guise of SIR, chaos has been unleashed across the country - the result? In three weeks, 16 BLOs [booth level officers] have lost their lives. Heart attacks, stress, suicides - SIR is no reform, it's an imposed tyranny," Gandhi said in a post in Hindi on X. "SIR is a calculated ploy - where citizens are being harassed and the deaths of BLOs fr...

Maintaining healthy hemoglobin levels is vital for oxygen transport and overall well-being. Consuming iron-rich foods, vitamin C, folate, and B12, along with beetroot and pomegranate, supports hemoglobin production. Avoiding iron absorption blockers and staying hydrated are also crucial. Regular aerobic exercise further boosts red blood cell production and oxygen-carrying capacity. from Times of India https://ift.tt/ZwIgeks

In a baffling turn during the semi-final of the Rising Stars Asia Cup 2025 in Doha, the management of India A left 14-year-old batting sensation Vaibhav Suryavanshi stranded in the dug-out during the Super Over, even after his explosive 38 off 15 in the match proper. The decision saw India A crash out to Bangladesh A without scoring in the tie-breaker, prompting former India pacer Dodda Ganesh to publicly lambast the leadership with a blunt "What are these guys smoking?" reaction on X. Not sending Vaibhav Suryavamshi to bat in the Super over? What are these guys smoking? #AsiaCup — Dodda Ganesh | ದೊಡ್ಡ ಗಣೇಶ್ (@doddaganesha) November 21, 2025 India A, captained by Jitesh Sharma , were knocked out of the tournament after facing Bangladesh A in what should have been a straightforward Super Over. The main match saw Bangladesh A post 194/6 in 20 overs, powered by opener Habibur Rahman Sohan's 65 and a fiery 48 off 18 from SM Meherob . India A responded with a blazing 50-...

The Kerala Police FIR into the alleged ISIS indoctrination of a 15-year-old boy identifies his mother as an active participant in the effort to radicalise him, working in coordination with a UK-based ISIS supporter. The document, accessed by NDTV, sets out in detail how the minor was allegedly exposed to ISIS propaganda, instructed to hate other religions, and encouraged to adopt the terror group's ideology. Filed under the stringent Unlawful Activities Prevention Act (UAPA), the FIR names two primary accused. The first, identified as Anzar, is described in the document as a member of the so-called Islamic State terror organisation, currently residing in Leicester in the United Kingdom. According to investigators, he allegedly showed the teenager graphic ISIS murder videos on his laptop and presented the group's ideology as the "greatest path of Islam". The FIR states that Anzar urged the boy to embrace ISIS as the "true path of Islam" and sought to cultiva...

A judicial commission investigating the Sept 24 Leh violence has warned against threatening eyewitnesses, assuring confidentiality for those who come forward. The commission, formed after demands from local political groups, is urging people to share information freely before hearings begin. Evidence submission is open until November 28. from Times of India https://ift.tt/QnMv98o

A 24-year-old man was killed by his elder brother along with the help of two others inside a car and the body was thrown into a lake in Bengaluru, the police said. Dhanaraj, 24, had a history of violent and criminal behaviour, and his elder brother Shivaraj, 28, was no longer able to tolerate it, the police said. Both are residents of Kalaburagi district. Shivaraj, who drives a cab to make a living, allegedly planned the murder along with his friends Sandeep, 24, and Prashanth, 26. The police said Dhanaraj lived with his parents in their home district. He was involved in multiple thefts, drinking, and frequent fights, the elder brother told the police. Dhanaraj often assaulted his parents and had even attacked his elder brother when questioned about his behaviour. Their neighbours, too, frequently complained about Dhanaraj's thefts, including stealing mobile phones and livestock. Unable to endure continuous harassment at home, Shivaraj reportedly decided to kill his brother. ...

Sarfaraz Khan 's long absence from the Indian Test team has raised quite a few eyebrows. Several former players feel that the Mumbai batter, who has not played a Test since November 2024, deserves a chance in the squad. Former India player Aakash Chopra believes Sarfaraz has fallen victim to a perception battle. The 28-year-old has so far played six Tests, scoring 371 runs at an average of 37.10. He has three fifties and one century to his name. "I think there is a clarity issue in the case of Sarfaraz. I think it is a case of perception and understanding. I am trying to think-they might have a perception that he may not do as well in swinging conditions or play fast bowling well. Maybe he is not our guy in SENA countries. So he did not get the chance. But even to make that perception, I have to allow him to fail. He is not even being allowed to fail. And now there is no place in the team as well," Chopra said on Shubhankar Mishra's YouTube channel. The former Indi...

The Gates Foundation Trust executed a significant portfolio shift in Q3 2025, drastically reducing its Microsoft stake by 65% to $8.267 billion. This move, alongside other divestments, lowered the total portfolio value and aimed to rebalance concentration and fund increased philanthropic commitments. Berkshire Hathaway, Waste Management, and Canadian National Railway now lead the trust's holdings. from Times of India https://ift.tt/cWnpzFT

In a major daylight robbery in Bengaluru, a group of armed men posing as RBI officers intercepted an ATM cash-loading vehicle near the Ashoka Pillar and looted more than Rs 7 crores. The CMS cash van was transporting money from the JP Nagar branch of HDFC Bank when a Toyota Innova suddenly blocked its way. The occupants of Innova approached the CMS staff and claimed they were from the RBI and said that they needed to verify documents. Before the cash van staff could react, the suspects forcibly shifted them along with the cash into their Innova car. The gang then drove towards Dairy Circle, where they abandoned the CMS staff and fled with the money. Police said the van had Rs 7.11 crores. South Division Police have formed special teams and launched an intensive search to identify and arrest the culprits. Preliminary investigations indicate the involvement of a well-organised gang. The CMS cash van staff who were inside the Innova had delayed in informing the police about the incide...

The government has removed over two crore ineligible beneficiaries from the PMGKAY free foodgrain scheme in recent months, while simultaneously adding new eligible individuals. To enhance transparency and accountability, an AI-powered platform, Asha, has been launched for beneficiaries to provide feedback on ration distribution in their preferred language. from Times of India https://ift.tt/z3gctsJ

Serious legal, constitutional, and procedural lapses have raised profound concerns about the validity of the death sentence handed down to ousted Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina by the International Crimes Tribunal-Bangladesh (ICT-B).  According to sources, the proceedings were marked by constitutional violations, questionable judicial appointments, prosecutorial bias, restricted defence rights, rushed timelines, mass politically-charged cases, and an environment incompatible with a fair trial.  Fundamental Flaws In The Tribunal's Legal Basis A Tribunal Built On An Outdated Framework The ICT-B was created under the International Crimes (Tribunals) Act of 1973, a law designed specifically to prosecute genocide and crimes committed during the Bangladesh Liberation War of 1971. Its framework was never intended for events outside that historical context. Invalid Amendments After August 5, 2024 The amendments made after 5 August 2024, through an Ordinance, are consid...

Kansas City's Travis Kelce and Denver's Ja'Quan McMillian clashed on the field during Sunday's game. The heated exchange occurred after McMillian made a hard tackle on Kelce, leading to a face-to-face confrontation. This incident added significant intensity to the already fierce rivalry between the Chiefs and Broncos, highlighting the high stakes and physical nature of their matchups. from Times of India https://ift.tt/uTYbgPw

Ronil Hira, an Indian-origin professor at Howard University and H-1B visa critic, broke down why employers in the US prefer H-1B workers. Speaking on the show System Update, Hira explained that US companies favour the program because it lets them hire workers at lower wages who are tied to their employers, limiting job mobility.  "Most of the people coming to the US on H-1B visas have ordinary skills, skills that are abundantly available from American workers. Employers prefer the H-1Bs because they can both be legally paid less than American workers, and secondly, they're controllable, they're indentured to the employer," he explained. "Employers prefer the H-1B workers because they can both be legally paid less than American workers, and secondly, they're controllable, they're indentured to the employer." Prof. @RonHira explains how H-1B visas benefit employers and corporations, not American workers: pic.twitter.com/CPnfbTqEOB — System Upda...

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India's head coach Gautam Gambhir on Sunday backed Eden Gardens' under-fire curator while lamenting his batters' inability to "absorb pressure" and find a way to score runs on the challenging surface in the opening Test against South Africa. Proteas successfully defended 124 to humble India by 30 runs, having bowled the home team out for 93 in their second innings to wrap up the match under three days. The result continued the worrying trend of home reversals that has seen them lose four of their last six home Tests and nine of the 18 matches under Gambhir. "It was not an unplayable wicket, there were no demons," Gambhir said at the post-match media interaction. "If you are willing to put your head down and if you have a solid defense, if you have a temperament, you can definitely score runs," he said. The match saw 38 wickets (as Shubman Gill was retired hurt) fall in just eight sessions and out of them the pacers had a share of 16, while s...

Mark Epstein clarified that 'Bubba' in a leaked email wasn't Bill Clinton, calling it a private joke. However, other released emails suggest Donald Trump knew about underage girls and spent time with a victim at Epstein's home, sparking calls for further investigation and White House denials. from Times of India https://ift.tt/MEXQf7h

At one point, in the last session on Day 2 of the 1st India vs South Africa Test, it looked like the match would come to an end. South Africa batters struggled on an Eden Gardens pitch that offered prodigious turn. South Africa ended Day 2 of the first Test at Eden Gardens in deep trouble at 93/7, as India's spinners ripped through their batting line‑up. Ravindra Jadeja was the star performer, finishing the day with four wickets and once again proving why he is almost unplayable in home conditions. At Tea, South Africa were 18/1, but the final session turned into a complete collapse. The Proteas lost six wickets while adding just 75 runs, unable to counter the turn and accuracy of India's spin trio. In total, the day produced 15 wickets, three in the morning, six in the afternoon, and six more in the final session. India's spin great Harbhajan Singh was shocked at the turn of events. “Test cricket India vs South Africa – the game almost over on Day 2 isn't finished y...

Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway has made a significant $4.3 billion investment in Alphabet, Google's parent company, marking a rare move into a tech giant. This substantial stake, acquired in the third quarter, was disclosed just weeks before Buffett's planned CEO transition. The investment is seen by some as a potential signal of the next generation's investment philosophy at Berkshire. from Times of India https://ift.tt/pEIMOW1

South Africa will not pursue the stump-mic incident from the first Test, with batting coach Ashwell Prince dismissing it as a non-issue. The remark, overheard during an appeal involving Temba Bavuma, sparked online debate. Jasprit Bumrah's exceptional bowling, taking 5/27, dominated the day, reducing South Africa to 159 all out. India ended at 37/1, setting up a compelling second day. from Times of India https://ift.tt/HZlJOdS

Shah Rukh Khan was present at a grand event today in Mumbai along with the founder and chairman of the Dubai-based Danube Group, Rizwan Sajan, as they unveiled a landmark property named Shahrukhz. Hosted at a five-star hotel in Mumbai, it was indeed a grand affair. Shah Rukh Khan is now the first actor on whose name a tower is getting made. Shah Rukh Khan mentioned how Rizwan wanted the event to take place in India only and not in Dubai. SRK, Farah Khan and Rizwan Sajan at Danube Event "I really wanted the event to take place here, as I come from here. Wanting to make their lives better. As and when this project begins to roll, I hope people find their lives growing beautifully and exponentially, as they should." Shah Rukh Khan On How Proud His Mother Would Be He said, "My mother would be very happy. It is a very big honour. When my kids come, I will say, 'Papa ka naam likha hai, dekho .' I have seen all the details of this building for the past two mont...