Cricketer Arjun Tendulkar, son of legendary batsman Sachin Tendulkar, has gotten engaged to Saaniya Chandok in a private ceremony attended by close family and friends. Sources confirmed the news on Wednesday, sparking a wave of reactions on social media. While no official statement has been issued by either family, the event marks a significant personal milestone for the 25-year-old all-rounder. According to reports,

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has arrested Instagram influencer and self-proclaimed entrepreneur Sandeepa Virk in connection with a ₹40-crore money laundering case that has rocked both the entertainment and corporate sectors. Virk, who boasts over 1.2 million followers on Instagram, is accused of using a fake e-commerce business, hyboocare.com, as a front to launder illicit funds. The website, which claimed to sell FDA-approved beauty products, reportedly

The Ambani family has once again claimed the top spot in the 2025 Hurun India Most Valuable Family Businesses list, holding onto their crown for the second consecutive year. Reliance Industries, headed by Mukesh Ambani, has been valued at an astounding Rs 28.2 lakh crore, approximately one-twelfth of India’s GDP, according to The Economic Times. This impressive valuation highlights the massive influence and ongoing success of Reliance Industries, which

Senior Congress leader P Chidambaram has strongly criticised the Election Commission of India (ECI) over its notice to Rahul Gandhi, stating that the poll body is “not a court” and should not act like one when handling petitions or complaints. Chidambaram said the ECI is an administrative body tasked with ensuring free and fair elections and has a duty not only towards political parties but also to the country’s voters.

Veteran Congress leader and former Union minister Anand Sharma has stepped down as the chairman of the party’s Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA), a position he held for nearly a decade. In his resignation letter to Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge, Sharma said the department needs reconstitution to bring in younger leaders with potential and promise, ensuring continuity and fresh perspectives in its functioning.

The recent shooting incident at Fort Stewart has sparked new conversations around security protocols and gun violence in the United States. The suspected shooter, now in custody, had reportedly been arrested just three months prior in May during a traffic stop for driving under the influence. This revelation comes as the U.S. continues to experience a steady decline in mass shootings and violent crime, offering a glimpse of hope in a country long plagued by gun-related incidents. Lo

Travelers planning to visit Switzerland must now strictly follow updated visa requirements. The Swiss authorities have announced stricter measures for Schengen visa applications effective immediately. According to the latest update, only documents listed in the official checklist will be accepted at Visa Application Centres in India. VFS Global, which handles applications for the Swiss Embassy, confirmed that no additional papers or personal explanations will b

The San Antonio Spurs are locking in their future as reports confirm that guard De’Aaron Fox has agreed to a four-year, $228 million maximum contract extension with the team. According to a source familiar with the negotiations, the deal will kick in during the 2026–27 NBA season, following the conclusion of Fox’s current five-year, $163 million deal signed with the Sacramento Kings. While the Spurs

India’s Ambassador to the United States, Vinay Kwatra, announced a significant expansion of Indian consular services across the United States with the opening of eight new Indian Consular Application Centres. This move, which began implementation on August 1, 2025, is aimed at improving accessibility and service delivery for the Indian diaspora residing in the country. The new centres have been opened in Boston, Columbus, Dallas, Detroit, Addison, Orlando, Raleigh, and San Jose, marking

Bollywood actress Urvashi Rautela has reported the theft of a luxury suitcase containing jewellery worth Rs 70 lakh at London's Gatwick Airport. The incident has raised serious concerns over the security measures at the airport, especially since the theft occurred directly from the baggage belt area. Rautela was in London attending the Wimbledon tennis tournament when the incident took place. The actress, who was

The United States is making significant changes to its non-immigrant visa procedures, reinstating mandatory in-person interviews for most applicants under the B1 and B2 visa categories, which cover short-term business and tourist travel. These new regulations will take effect from September 2, 2025, and will affect a broad segment of travelers, especially from countries like India that have a high volume of B1/B2 applicants. According to an official update from the government on J

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has launched extensive raids across Mumbai and Delhi as part of a high-stakes money laundering investigation into a loan fraud case worth approximately Rs 3,000 crore. The raids are targeting 50 companies, including those linked to Anil Ambani's group, and involve about 25 individuals connected to the controversial transactions. The investigation stems from suspected illegal loan diversion, with particular focus on loans ap

On July 22, 2025, a significant Sister City Partnership was formed between Dallas, Texas, USA, and Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, through a signing ceremony led by Dallas Mayor Eric L. Johnson and Dar es Salaam Mayor Omary Kumbilamoto. This partnership is designed to enhance the commercial, cultural, and educational connections between the two cities, with an eye toward fostering economic growth, trade, and cross-cultural understanding.

In a notable alimony case heard by the Supreme Court of India, Chief Justice of India (CJI) BR Gavai expressed strong criticism of a woman’s demand for Rs 12 crore in alimony, along with a BMW car. The woman, who had been married for just 18 months, was seeking an extravagant sum for her maintenance, despite being well-educated with qualifications including an MBA and experience as an IT expert. During the hear

Nineteen years after one of India’s deadliest terror attacks, the Bombay High Court has acquitted all 12 individuals previously convicted in the 2006 Mumbai train blasts case. The July 11, 2006, attacks killed 189 people and injured over 800 when seven coordinated explosions rocked Mumbai’s local train network within just 11 minutes during evening rush hour. The high court bench, comprising Justice Anil K

In a powerful display of determination and skill, Sohail Khan from Sagar, Madhya Pradesh, has etched his name in history by becoming the first Indian male fighter to win a silver medal at the Kudo World Cup 2025. Held in Sofia, Bulgaria, the tournament saw Khan dominate his way through the early rounds and enter the final, a feat no Indian male had ever achieved in this full-contact Japanese martial art. Kudo, a hybr

After the overwhelming response to Travis Scott's debut concert announcement in New Delhi, the rapper has added a second show in India, this time in Mumbai. The Mumbai concert will be part of his Circus Maximus World Tour, which has garnered global attention for its explosive performances and immersive visuals. The show will take place on November 19 at the Mahalaxmi Race Course, marking Travis Scott’s first-ever live performance in the city

Tesla, the Elon Musk-led electric vehicle giant, is finally making its long-anticipated debut in India with the opening of its first showroom in Mumbai on July 15. Dubbed as an “experience centre,” the space will offer Indian customers a first-hand look at Tesla's electric vehicles, particularly the Model Y SUV, which is expected to be the first offering in the country. Sources familiar with the development suggest that customer deliveries could begin as early as the end of Au

In a shocking turn of events, Alia Bhatt’s former personal assistant, Vedika Shetty, has been arrested for allegedly cheating the actor of a staggering Rs 77 lakh. The fraud, which occurred over a span of two years, between May 2022 and August 2024, was discovered after Alia Bhatt’s mother, actor-director Soni Razdan, filed a formal police complaint with Juhu police on January 23, 2025. Vedika Shetty, 32,

A shocking incident of assault by Maharashtra Shiv Sena MLA Sanjay Gaikwad has come to light after he physically attacked a canteen staff member over the quality of dal served at the Akashvani MLA canteen in Mumbai. The incident, which occurred during peak hours, has sparked widespread condemnation, raising questions about the behavior of elected representatives in public spaces. The altercation began when Gaikwad, a