Murder suspect in India accused of using AI to fake his own death Man obtains death certificate and submits it to court to evade murder trial The Independent UK · 7h ago
Mallika Sherawat’s Los Angeles luxurious home has multiple swimming pools, European-style kitchen, separate cottage, vintage furniture and a dedicated gym Mallika Sherawat's Los Angeles bungalow is a stunning blend of rustic charm and contemporary luxury. It features a beautifully designed kitchen with European accents, an open-plan living space, and multiple swimming pools set amidst lush greenery, creating a serene retreat. Vintage-inspired furniture adds character, while a dedicated gym supports her… The Economic Times · Oct 23
Punjab woman, whose husband is a daily-wage worker, spends Rs 7 on lottery ticket, wins Rs 1 crore Punjab woman, Bimla Devi from Kotkapura, won Rs 1 crore in a Sikkim government lottery after buying a ticket for just Rs 7 while shopping for her children’s clothes. Her husband works as a daily-wage labourer, and the family is considering starting a small business to improve its financial position. The Economic Times · Oct 23
Bet Dwarka Corridor: Underwater darshan, 108-foot Krishna statue, how Gujarat plans to transform Krishna's land Gujarat's proposed Bet Dwarka corridor aims to improve pilgrimage facilities and tourism infrastructure around the island associated with Lord Krishna. The plan includes a heritage street, a proposed 108-foot Krishna statue and underwater viewing experiences linked to Dwarka's submerged past. Building on the Sudarshan Setu connection, the project seeks to… The Economic Times · Oct 16
Fake experience certificates land man nearly Rs 3 lakh a month Group VP job, police arrest him in Kanpur Police have arrested a Kanpur resident who allegedly landed a Group Vice President job at a Gwalior automobile company by submitting three forged experience certificates. Investigators said the man falsely claimed to have worked for the Landmark Group and later received Rs 2,80,670 a month in salary. Police are now… The Economic Times · Sep 29
‘Just colleagues disagreeing’: How the Election Commission rift played out on TV news When the Indian Express reported on the rift inside the Election Commission, some of the usual suspects on primetime news had a ready frame. According to them, the Election Commission’s own clarification highlighted that debate and dissent precede any decision, and that decisions were unanimous. Newslaundry · Sep 24
IE investigation: Ex-CEC calls dissent ‘unprecedented’, but some media outlets fall for ‘sources’ again An investigation in The Indian Express has raised serious questions about the functioning of the Election Commission. Over the past 10 months, two of its three Election Commissioners recorded at least 14 formal, on-record objections to decisions taken in the Commission’s name. Newslaundry · Sep 23
Paneer eaters, this could change your plate: All-India analogue paneer ban soon? Here’s what FSSAI is planning FSSAI is considering a nationwide ban on analogue paneer, a non-dairy substitute that uses ingredients such as vegetable oils, starches and emulsifiers instead of traditional milk-based ingredients. FSSAI chief said the regulator will seek feedback from states at a September 24 meeting, with a national ban possible if there is… The Economic Times · Sep 19
‘YouTuber’, ‘influencer’, ‘goon activist’: How mainstream media sanitised Swatantra Bhardwaj “I cracked the skull of Nishu’s father. Do you know which section this crime attracts? Section 307. He needed 60 stitches. The man who was about to die was being taken away in an ambulance. His daughter was standing outside the police station and saying that if her father did… Newslaundry · Sep 8
TV Newsance 351 | GDP jumps, Godi brigade loses its mind This week on TV Newsance, Arnab has a very important announcement to make. He says “buckle up” three times because what follows is HUGE, just beyond our comprehension: the right wing, apparently, is cool now. So cool that an entire primetime hour is spent proving BJP’s meme game is “brilliant,”… Newslaundry · Sep 4
Ex-finance secretary questions GDP calculation, NDTV anchor insists on govt data ‘sanctity’ According to the Government of India earlier this week, India’s economy grew 7.8 percent in the April–June quarter of FY27, comfortably beating the Reserve Bank of India’s more conservative 7 percent estimate. Newslaundry · Sep 2
Subhash Chandra takes on Mukesh Ambani, accuses TV18 of ‘misinformation’ Two days after the National Company Law Tribunal approved a repayment plan under which creditors will receive around Rs 6.5 crore against admitted claims of Rs 22,006.57 crore in his insolvency proceedings, Zee founder Subhash Chandra has directly accused Reliance Industries chairman Mukesh Ambani and his media network TV18 of… Newslaundry · Aug 29
BMW X1 LWB Launched in India Meet the New ₹49.90 Lakh BMW has upgraded its X1 family in India with the introduction of BMW X1 Long Wheelbase (LWB) model with an introductory price tag of Rs 49.90 lakh. This new variant caters to those customers who would like the premium appeal of the X1 but would prefer additional rear legroom. The… MyLifeXP · Aug 24
H1N1 symptoms: What to look out for as cases rise in major Indian cities Delhi records more than 1,400 H1N1 cases this year as doctors warn people to watch for persistent or worsening symptoms The Independent UK · Aug 21
The Economic Times · Aug 19 ‘I need to pay my rent’: Shehzad Poonawalla says financial pressure led him to quit the BJP BJP national spokesperson Shehzad Poonawalla has resigned from the party, citing pressing financial and personal circumstances. In his first interview after quitting, he said political parties do not pay spokespersons or workers and explained that meeting expenses such as rent had become difficult. Poonawalla said he had considered leaving since…
The Economic Times · Aug 6 Rajpal Yadav faces another blow as bank moves to auction two properties in Rs 16.61 crore loan recovery case; online bidding on September 9: Report Actor Rajpal Yadav's financial troubles escalate as two of his properties are set to be auctioned off to recover a staggering outstanding loan of over sixteen crore rupees. This auction follows the contentious cheque bounce case he is currently embroiled in. The bank has sent out formal auction notices regarding…
Newslaundry · Aug 1 Woman journalist files FIR for assault, molestation during CJP protest coverage A woman reporter with Times Now was allegedly kicked and struck on the head, and her cameraperson was manhandled, while both were reporting live from Kerala House during the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP)-led protest march to Parliament on July 20.
Newslaundry · Jul 22 From ‘Godi media’ taunts to assault: The reporters caught in Jantar Mantar’s anger Four days after a young NDTV reporter covered the CJP protest at Jantar Mantar, her mother was surrounded in a neighbourhood park by people demanding to know why her daughter had lied.
The Economic Times · Jul 22 Panshul Bansal, NEET-UG topper, explains why he was not at Jantar Mantar: 'Why protest when I could be studying at home' Panshul Bansal, a NEET-UG 2026 re-examination topper, stayed home and studied. He secured All India Rank 2 with a 99.9999 percentile. Bansal viewed the exam cancellation as an opportunity to improve his performance. He questioned the utility of attending protests over studying. His decision contrasts with ongoing nationwide demonstrations and…
The Independent UK · Jul 15 Indian comedian fined for failing to carry out court-ordered disability outreach to atone for ‘joke’ Comic was accused of ridiculing people with disabilities after making jokes about spinal muscular atrophy and a visually impaired person during performances last year
The Economic Times · Jul 9 She missed IIT-JEE but changed the world of AI; Meet Niki Parmar the brain behind behind ChatGPT and and Gemini’s core technology Niki Parmar, after failing the IIT-JEE, pursued her own path in computer science. She discovered artificial intelligence through online courses and dedicated self-study. Her family provided crucial support during financial challenges in the United States. Parmar then joined Google and co-authored the groundbreaking Transformer architecture paper. Today, she co-founds Essential…
The Economic Times · Jun 28 Sheikh Hasina says she will return to Bangladesh this year, criticises current government Exiled former Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina plans to return this year, asserting her fight is for the people's political rights and democracy's restoration. Facing a death sentence she deems politically motivated, Hasina criticized the current leadership for weakening democracy and failing to protect minority communities. She remains defiant, emphasizing…
Newslaundry · Jun 18 In the red and on their knees: Why corporate media tolerated its own ruin under Modi In the summer of 2020, India had no shortage of stories.
Bored Panda · May 29 Mother-In-Law Arrested After Bride’s Passing Sparked Harrowing Accusations And A Media Frenzy A retired judge was placed in handcuffs after her daughter-in-law was found lifeless, just five months after the victim married her son.
The Economic Times · May 29 Sebi drops disclosure case against NDTV, closes proceedings without penalty Sebi has closed adjudication proceedings against NDTV without penalty, concluding the company did not violate disclosure requirements. The decision follows a 2022 Securities Appellate Tribunal ruling that the 2009 loan agreement did not constitute a change in control.