Forced To Watch Each Other Die: New Details On Russian Millionaire's Murder

Chilling new details have emerged about the murder of Russian crypto millionaire Roman Novak and his wife, Ana, revealing how they were tortured before being murdered in the UAE last month.

The couple was dismembered and poured into concrete at a remote desert location in Dubai after a ransom plot went wrong. They were reportedly forced to watch each other being tortured before they were stabbed to death, according to a Russian newspaper quoted by The Week.

The new investigation report revealed that the couple had gone to meet three unidentified Russian investors in early October near a lake in Hatta, a mountain resort area in Dubai. They were lured into a rented villa by the suspects under the pretext of an investment meeting, the report added. 

The suspects then asked them to provide access to their crypto assets. When the couple failed to do so, the suspects stabbed them to death. After that, the attackers cut their bodies into pieces and put the parts into polythene bags. 

They then used industrial-strength chemical solvents to speed up the decomposition process, in an attempt to destroy DNA evidence and make it harder for police to identify the bodies.

"The couple was tortured, forced to hand over the keys to their cryptocurrency wallets. Interestingly, the extortion trio ended up without any money—law enforcement officers found no treasure on them. Besides, they understand nothing about cryptocurrency. It's likely that all of Novak's wealth, if any, was transferred to the account of the mastermind behind the crime," the report quoted the Russian daily.

The police got to know about the two when Roman's family filed a missing persons complaint. The couple's private driver told Russia's Investigative Committee that he last dropped them off on October 2 in Hatta. After that, Roman Novak and Ana reportedly got into another car with these "investors," and nobody saw them again.

It is believed that seven people were involved in the crime, with three identified as the main suspects and the remaining four acting as intermediaries who helped plan the operation. Out of these seven, six suspects have already been arrested in Russia, the report added.

Two of the three murder suspects come from St. Petersburg, while the third is from Kazakhstan.

Roman Novak had been convicted of large-scale fraud in Russia in 2020. He was sentenced to six years in prison, but was released early, the report added. Roman then shifted with Ana to the UAE and launched a new crypto application called Fintopio, which reportedly raised $500 million from investors in Russia, China, and the Middle East, according to The Week report.

But after collecting all this investment, the company suddenly shut down, causing losses to numerous investors.

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Four Indian Delicacies Make It To The World's Top 10 Best Dishes List

Indian cuisine, with its vibrant mix of spices and soulful warmth, spells comfort with every bite. Whether it is the creamy bowl of dal that tastes like home or the fragrant plate of biryani that tantalises the senses, every dish feels like a small celebration of flavour. So, when popular food and travel guide TasteAtlas unveiled its annual list of the Top 100 Best Dishes in the World, it was no surprise that some major Indian delicacies made it to the prestigious lineup. Vori Vori from Paraguay bagged the first spot in the list and four of the most popular Indian dishes got recognition as well.

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Here Are The Indian Dishes That Made It To TasteAtlas' 100 Best Dishes in The World

1. Amritsari Kulcha (Rank 17)

Hailing from the northern state of Punjab, Amritsari kulcha is a soft and fluffy flatbread filled with the goodness of potatoes, onions, cottage cheese and an array of spices. It is typically garnished with red chili powder, cilantro and coriander seeds. This flaky–crispy bread, spread with ghee or butter, is a staple in Amritsar, charred and baked to perfection in large tandoor ovens. It pairs well with tangy chole or spicy gravies.

Rating: 4.4

2. Murgh Makhani/Butter Chicken (Rank 66)

Of course, the good old butter chicken makes the list. After all, how can anyone resist this mouth-watering combination of roasted meat cooked with rich spices to form a savoury gravy? Cream, fresh tomatoes and gooey butter turn the dish into a feast. Originating in Delhi during the 1950s, butter chicken is enjoyed with naan bread, topped with even more butter, coriander and green chilis.

Rating: 4.35

3. Hyderabadi Biryani (Rank 72)

Biryani lovers, rejoice – this fragrant rice dish is officially one of the best in the world. Hyderabadi Biryani, with its roots in South India, is an amalgamation of fine basmati rice and mutton or chicken with a squeeze of lemon and a dollop of yoghurt, coupled with saffron and onions. It can be prepared either kachchi (raw) or pakki (cooked) in a special style known as ‘dum', believed to date back to ancient Persian cooking methods.

Rating: 4.35

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4. Shahi Paneer (Rank 85)

Last but not least, shahi paneer is another flavourful gravy dish that tastes best with Indian breads like naans, pooris, or rotis. The cheese curry, rooted in India's Mughal cuisine, is made with Indian cottage cheese, cashews, onions and a vibrant, spicy tomato-cream sauce, commonly sprinkled with coriander leaves. It can elevate any festivity with its aromatic and hearty presence.

Rating: 4.34

The dish that bagged the top spot in TasteAtlas's list is Vori Vori from Paraguay. This creamy soup is made with small balls of cornmeal and cheese cooked in a broth of chicken, veggies and herbs. 

Other top-ranked items include Pizza Napoletana, Tajarin al tartufo bianco d'Alba, Sate Kambing, Cag Kebabı, Kontosouvli, Arroz Tapado, Komplet Lepinja, Quesabirria and Pappardelle al cinghiale, to name a few.

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Inter Miami vs Vancouver Whitecaps MLS Cup Final: When And Where To Watch

Inter Miami vs Vancouver Whitecaps Live Streaming MLS Cup Final: Inter Miami and Vancouver Whitecaps face off in the MLS Cup 2025 final at the Chase Stadium, Fort Lauderdale, Florida. The clash will see Messi coming face-to-face with Thomas Muller, one of his longtime rivals. It's the first final for both clubs, which means MLS is about to have a first-time champion. With their contracts expiring, Inter Miami's Sergio Busquets and Jordi Alba are set to retire after the final. The match will be the 58th for Inter Miami across all competitions in 2025, which is a record for the most matches for an MLS club in a single year.

When will the Inter Miami vs Vancouver Whitecaps MLS Cup 2025 Final match be played?

The Inter Miami vs Vancouver Whitecaps MLS Cup 2025 Final match will be played on Sunday, December 7 (IST).

Where will the Inter Miami vs Vancouver Whitecaps MLS Cup 2025 Final  match be played?

The Inter Miami vs Vancouver Whitecaps MLS Cup 2025 Final match will be played at the Chase Stadium, Fort Lauderdale, Florida.

What time will the Inter Miami vs Vancouver Whitecaps MLS Cup 2025 Final match start?

The Inter Miami vs Vancouver Whitecaps MLS Cup 2025 Final match will start at 1 AM IST.

Which TV channels will broadcast the Inter Miami vs Vancouver Whitecaps MLS Cup 2025 Final match?

The Inter Miami vs Vancouver Whitecaps MLS Cup 2025 Final match will not be televised live in India.

Where to follow the live streaming of the Inter Miami vs Vancouver Whitecaps MLS Cup 2025 Final match?

The Inter Miami vs Vancouver Whitecaps MLS Cup 2025 Final match will be streamed live on Apple TV with subscription.

(All the details are as per the information provided by the broadcaster)

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Kohli's Statement Amid Career Rumour: "Haven't Played Like This In 2-3 Years"

Virat Kohli ended the ODI series against South Africa with yet another 50+ score. Following a Player of the Series-winning performance, Indian batting icon Virat Kohli admitted that he has "not played like this in two or three years" and that his century at Ranchi in the first ODI "opened him in a way he had not felt in a while." Kohli rolled back the clock throughout the series, channelling the vibes, aggression, and shot-making of the 2016-19 era, considered his best statistically-scoring 302 runs in three matches at an average of 151.00 and a free-flowing strike rate of 117.05. His tally included two centuries: a 120-ball 135 at Ranchi, followed by a 93-ball 102 at Raipur, and a fluent 65* off 45 balls in the series decider.

"Honestly, playing the way I have in the series is the most satisfying thing for me. I feel really free in my mind. I don't think I have played at this level for a good 2-3 years now. The game is coming together nicely," Kohli said after the match.

"I know when I can bat like that in the middle, it helps the team in a big way. Then I can bat long, I can bat according to the situation. Just being confident in any situation makes me feel I can handle it and bring it in favour of the team."

He was also asked about the "patch" when a player starts questioning himself.

"When you play for that long-15-16 years-you are going to have many phases when you doubt your ability. Especially as a batter, because you are literally relying on one mistake, so you tend to go into a space where you feel like 'maybe I am not good enough.' That's the beauty of sport, especially batting, where you have to keep overcoming the fear every ball," Kohli said.

"It's a whole journey of getting better and growing as a person along the way. It improves you as a person and it improves temperament as well. I'm just glad that I'm still able to contribute to the team. I have had many phases where I have doubted myself, and I have not been shy in accepting that. It's a very human part of any player who has competed for that long."

Kohli was also asked about his six-hitting spree. "When I play freely, I know I can hit sixes. There are always levels you can unlock," he said.

The former Indian cricket team captain rated the first century in Ranchi as his best innings. "The first one at Ranchi-because I hadn't played a game since Australia. Just how your energy is on the day, Ranchi was very special for me and I'm very grateful for how these three games have gone. It's always brought the best out of us-that's what we want to play for. When it's 1-1, we want to do something special for the team. That's why we have played for the team for so long. I'm just happy that both of us continue to do it for so long," he said

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Sent To Bangladesh, Pregnant Woman Brought Back After Supreme Court Order

Two days after the Supreme Court directed the Centre to do so, a pregnant woman who was deported to Bangladesh despite being an Indian citizen was brought back to the country along with her eight-year-old son. 

Sonali Khatun, who is nine months pregnant, and the child entered India on Friday in West Bengal's Malda in the presence of several officials from the district administration. 

Khatun, her husband, Danish Sheikh, and their eight-year-old son were among six people who were pushed across the border into Bangladesh on June 27 after being picked up by the Delhi police earlier that month on charges of being Bangladeshi citizens who had entered the country illegally. 

The woman's father, Bhodu Sheikh, had told the Supreme Court that she and her child were waiting on the Bangladesh side to enter India. 

On Wednesday, a bench of Chief Justice Surya Kant and Justice Joymalya Bagchi had directed the Centre to bring back Khatun, and the government had agreed to do so on humanitarian grounds.

Justice Bagchi had said that since Bhodu Sheikh's Indian citizenship is not in question, Khatun and her children would also be citizens of India under the Citizenship Act.

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee had also mentioned Khatun during an anti-Special Intensive Revision (SIR) rally in Malda on Wednesday.

"How are Indian citizens being labelled Bangladeshi? Was Sonali Khatun Bangladeshi? She was Indian. Despite her having Indian documents, you pushed her to Bangladesh using the Border Security Force," the Trinamool Congress chief had said.

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Mumbai's Luxury Homes Now Cost As Much As New York's Lower Manhattan Flats

The prices of premium apartments in Mumbai are now on a par with some parts of New York, according to a new report, underscoring the rapid rise of wealth and property prices in the country's financial capital.

Apartments in Mumbai's high-end Worli area are priced at as much as 100,000 rupees ($1,109) per square foot, equal to realty pricing in New York's Lower Manhattan, the report by Indian real estate consultant Anarock Group and wealth management firm 360 One Wealth said.

The prices indicate how more of Indian wealth is now getting invested locally and driving up prices in desirable enclaves such as Worli, which is now home to 40% of India's 'ultra-luxury apartment' market valued at more than 40 crore rupees, according to Anarock Chairman Anuj Puri.

The area has seen over 20 residential deals priced above 100 crore rupees over the last three years, the report said.

The district currently has around 40 to 50 lakh square feet of premium residential real estate and retail space under construction, with the residential projects estimated to be worth at least 19,000 crore rupees, the report says. Since 2023, land deals worth 7,600 crore rupees have closed in and around Worli, bringing in estimated revenues of 36,000 crore rupees.

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Video: Ukrainian Air Force Drops 226-Kg Bomb On Russian Drone Operators

Ukraine has carried out an airstrike to destroy Russia's drone control and communication hub in Vovchansk. A video of a Ukrainian Air Force Su-27 fighter jet dropping a 500-pound (about 226 kilograms) Joint Direct Attack Munition Extended Range (JDAM-ER) precision glide bomb on a Russian drone team hiding in the upper levels of a grain elevator has surfaced on social media.

The clip, widely shared on X, begins with a sweeping view of the grain elevator. Moments later, a Ukrainian Su-27 swoops in at high altitude and drops a bomb on the top floors of the structure.

The bomb strikes its target, causing a powerful explosion, sending debris and smoke billowing into the air.

Kharkiv Oblast, a Ukrainian Air Force Su-27 drops a 500 lb JDAM-ER glide bomb onto a Russian drone team occupying the upper levels of a grain elevator. pic.twitter.com/yY02DzEoPv

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The bomb used in the strike was a GBU-62 fitted with a JDAM-ER kit. It has also been modified to work with older Soviet MiG-29 jets in Ukraine, according to local media.

The GBU-62 itself is a 500-pound bomb based on the standard Mk-82. It is upgraded with a JDAM GPS/INS guidance system, allowing the bomb to steer itself towards a target using satellite and internal navigation.

The ER glide module lets the bomb glide through the air instead of dropping steeply, which means the aircraft can hit the target without flying too close to it.

A day prior to the blast, the Azov 1st Corps, part of Ukraine's National Guard, said that its combat drone operators managed to stop and destroy a Russian MTU-72 armoured bridgelayer in Donetsk.

The MTU-72 is a special Russian military vehicle used to help other vehicles cross obstacles such as rivers or deep trenches. By targeting and destroying this vehicle, the Ukrainian forces prevented Russian tanks and armored vehicles from crossing these barriers.

Exclusive drone footage obtained by The Associated Press on Wednesday shows a heavily damaged Ukrainian town, Myrnohrad, surrounded by Russian forces. The footage shows that most streets and buildings are damaged.

Oleksii Hodzenko, press officer of the drone battalion of the 38th Marine Brigade, said, "They are trying to simply erase the (town) from the face of the Earth."

Ukraine's eastern military command said that it was sending supplies to troops in Myrnohrad using ground-robot drones to deliver food and water to soldiers still in the town.

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Congress Seeks Larger Role, Asks DMK To Finalise Seat Sharing By Dec 15

Undeterred by the setback in Bihar, where it won only six of the 61 seats it contested, the Congress has toughened its position during talks with key ally DMK in Tamil Nadu during their latest meeting, sources have said. 

Congress leaders said the party's Tamil Nadu alliance committee has sought one to two Assembly seats in each of the state's 38 districts and a share in power if the alliance returns to power after the elections next year. The Congress had contested 25 seats in Tamil Nadu in the 2021 Assembly poll, and won 18. 

Leaders present at Wednesday's discussion say the Congress has gone nearly two decades without playing a part in the state government and now wants both acknowledgement and a defined administrative role. The committee has also urged the DMK to finalise all terms, including seat sharing, by December 15 to avoid the recurring pattern of last-minute negotiations. 

The leaders said the committee told the DMK it cannot secure a comfortable victory without the party's support, given that Congress votes remain crucial in several pockets where the DMK's organisational depth is relatively thin.

The Congress formed its five-member committee on November 22 after the DMK sought clarity from the party high command. This came after speculation that sections of the state Congress were favouring an alliance with actor-politician Vijay's TVK, which has emerged as a third political force in the state, alongside the DMK- and AIADMK-led alliances. 

The committee - comprising Tamil Nadu Congress president K Selvaperunthagai, party in-charge for Tamil Nadu and Puducherry Girish Chodankar, Congress Legislature Party leader S  Rajeshkumar and senior leaders Nivedith Alva and Suraj Hegde - met DMK President and Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin and senior DMK figures to discuss the party's expectations. 

Rethink After Bihar

The Bihar results weakened the broader opposition front and sharpened concerns about the Congress's national standing, and leaders said this has prompted a rethink, with the party unwilling to remain a passive junior partner in key states. The Tamil Nadu unit has told the High Command that while its presence may not be dominant, it holds meaningful pockets of influence that must translate into real bargaining power.

Other alliance partners, including the Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi and the Left parties, are also preparing to push for larger shares ahead of the 2026 polls. 

DMK negotiators are expected to weigh the Congress demands carefully because, as the principal party, it carries the largest electoral burden and must also work to secure victories for allies. 

Both the DMK and the Congress have been reassessing the TVK and Vijay's potential impact after the Karur stampede in September, in which over 40 people were killed. Vijay recently spoke to Congress MP and Leader of the Opposition Rahul Gandhi, adding another layer of complexity to an already complicated political equation.

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Maharashtra's 'Car In Sea': A Rolls Royce Boat Turning Heads At Juhu Beach

Maharashtra's coastline has a new attraction making waves, quite literally. A Rolls Royce-shaped vessel cruising through the Arabian Sea is drawing crowds at Juhu beach, rapidly becoming one of the beach's most talked-about tourism innovations.

The unique watercraft, popularly dubbed the "car in the sea," offers locals and tourists a luxury-themed marine experience that would otherwise require travel abroad. And behind this spectacle is Pramod Pawar, who turned an idea he once saw on a Dubai beach into a homegrown adventure for Maharashtra.

A Dubai Dream Recreated At Home

Pawar says the concept struck him during a beach trip in Dubai, where similar luxury-themed boats are a staple. With a renewed vision, Pawar returned with sketches, observations, and a resolve to build something suited to local waters.

Inside Maharashtra's viral ‘Car In The Sea' ride. @AnujRayate speaks to Pramod Pawar, the man who designed and built the unique “car-boat” after spotting a similar concept in Dubai. pic.twitter.com/NhUkZc8Kfi

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The team then modified the vessel extensively to withstand the specific conditions of Maharashtra's coastline, from tidal behaviour to safety norms. The result is a premium-looking boat that seats five people and travels up to 1.8 nautical miles into the sea.

The boat comes equipped with onboard music, plush interiors, and even a shower facility for visitors returning from the salty spray.

A Push Toward 'International-Level' Tourism

Maharashtra already hosts most of the water sports available internationally, from jet skiing to parasailing. But with attractions like the "car boat," officials and operators say the goal is to scale up to 100% international standards.

The team behind the Rolls Royce vessel plans to expand further with new offerings, including flyboarding and Ferrari and Lamborghini-inspired boat variants.

"We want people to feel like they're getting a true international experience right here," said Vijay, the manager.

More Than A Gimmick, A Sign Of What's Coming

Pawar was very clear in his resolve that this is not a one off, but a start to a newer trend. "We do not wish to stop here, we want to bring as many newer sports to our waters as possible," he said.

He also stressed on the need for the government to encourage such experiments at home and make it hassle free.

"I was able to bring it home because I happened to be in Dubai and saw it, but not every one of us can do that, hence their chances of expanding become limited. The government should encourage more of such sports for greater footfalls."

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Revanth Reddy's Remarks On Hindu Gods Spark Political Row

Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy's lighthearted remarks about 3 crore Hindu deities, a God for every occasion, have sparked a political row.

The controversial comments made during a party executive meeting have drawn immediate and sharp condemnation from the opposition BJP and BRS, who accused him of insulting Hindu sentiments.

While addressing the gathering, Chief Minister Reddy introduced a seemingly conversational point about the nature of Hindu worship, which he framed as an observation delivered "in a lighter vein".

The Chief Minister's quote, which quickly went viral after internal accounts surfaced, was: "How many deities are there in Hinduism? How many deities? Three crores? Why? For those who are unmarried, there is god hanuman. For those who are married twice, there is another god. For those who drink, there is another god. Yellamma, Pochamma, Maisamma. For those who demand chicken, there is a god. And for those who eat dal-rice, there is another god, right? There are all kinds of deities."

The opposition quickly seized upon the remarks, interpreting them as a mockery of the fundamental tenets of Hindu faith and customs.

Attacking the Chief Minister, Union minister and former Telangana BJP chief Bandi Sanjay Kumar issued a strongly worded statement on social media, accusing the Congress party of holding deep-rooted hatred towards Hindus.

"I strongly condemn the comments made by Chief Minister Revanth Reddy insulting Hindus and Hindu deities. The Congress has always been a party that bends before the AIMIM. Revanth Reddy himself said Congress is a Muslim party. That statement alone exposes their mindset. Congress carries deep-rooted hatred towards Hindus," Bandi Sanjay said.

"This is exactly why we warned during the Jubilee Hills by-election that if Congress or BRS accidentally won, Hindus would not be able to step out with dignity. The Chief Minister's latest comments prove BJP was right," he added.

Bandi Sanjay urged the Hindu community to unite: "The hatred Congress holds towards Hindus and Hindu gods now stands exposed. It is time for the Hindu community to think seriously. Will you stay divided and continue to endure humiliation, or will you unite and assert your strength?"

The backlash was quickly formalised into action, with the BJP state chief, G Ramchandra Rao, calling for statewide protests and agitations against the Chief Minister and the Congress government, demanding an unconditional apology.

The protests are expected to escalate across Telangana in the coming days.

The BRS also joined the condemnation, with several leaders demanding that the Chief Minister immediately retract the statement and apologise for hurting the sentiments of crores of Hindus across the state.
 

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Abandoned In Cold, Newborn Finds Unlikely Protectors In Pack Of Stray Dogs

In the hours before dawn, when most of this river town in West Bengal's Nadia district lies silent under a winter sky, a newborn baby was left alone on the cold ground outside a bathroom in a railway workers' colony.

The infant was only a few hours old, still marked with blood from birth, with no blanket, no note, and no one nearby. But the baby was not entirely alone.

What followed is now whispered with the disbelief reserved for miracles-a pack of strays, the very dogs people chase away daily, had formed a perfect ring around the newborn, not barking or moving, simply standing guard through the night.

Residents say the dogs did not allow anyone or anything to come near through the night, except the morning light itself.

"Waking up, we saw something that still gives us goosebumps," said Sukla Mondal, a resident who was among the first to spot the baby. "The dogs were not aggressive. They looked... alert. As if they understood the child was fighting to live," she said.

Another resident, Subhash Pal, recalled hearing the short, sharp cry around dawn.

"I thought the family had a sick baby. Never imagined a newborn was lying outside, with dogs watching over. They behaved like sentries," he said.

It was only when Sukla finally approached, whispering, that the dogs eased open their circle.

She wrapped the baby in her dupatta and called neighbours for help.

The infant was rushed first to Maheshganj Hospital and then referred to Krishnanagar Sadar Hospital.

Doctors later said there were no injuries, and the blood on the head was likely from a birthmark that the abandonment happened minutes, not hours, after delivery.

Police suspect someone from the locality may have left the child there under the cover of night.

Nabadwip police and Child Help authorities have begun inquiries and initiated procedures for the baby's long-term care.

Yet, even as officials get to work, the town cannot shake off the image of the dogs-silent, untrained, and yet uncannily protective.

"These are the same dogs we complain about," said a railway worker. "But they showed more humanity than whoever abandoned that child," he said.

Old-timers in Nabadwip say the place has always been touched by an inexplicable compassion, tracing it back to the teachings of Sri Chaitanya Mahaprabhu, a 15th-century saint, who was born in this river town and whose message of empathy still echoes through its ghats and temples.

"Maybe that spirit worked through those animals," an elder remarked.

As evening fell, children in the Rail Colony were seen offering biscuits to the very dogs that held vigil the night before.

One teenager, stroking a brown stray, said, "They saved the baby".

In a community used to daily struggles, residents say this night will stay with them - a reminder that sometimes protection comes from the most unexpected places, and that humanity, too often missing, can arrive on four legs.

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Extreme Rain Alert For Chennai, School Shut Tomorrow

Although Cyclone Dithwa fizzled out without causing major damage along the Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, and Andhra Pradesh coasts, the deep depression it weakened into is now expected to unleash isolated extremely heavy rains over parts of the Chennai, Tiruvallur, and Ranipet districts, the meteorological department has warned.

With the system moving parallel to the Tamil Nadu coast, around 50 km from the shoreline, and heading towards south Andhra Pradesh, Chennai's Nungambakkam recorded 9 cm of rain in just 11 hours, signalling the start of what could be another challenging spell for the city.

Civic Body Claims Full Preparedness

The Greater Chennai Corporation (GCC) has asserted that the city is "fully prepared" to handle another prolonged rain spell. 

Officials say 215 relief centres have been readied across Chennai, each equipped with food, essential supplies, and basic medical support. Alongside these, 111 community kitchens have been activated to serve hot meals if residents need to be moved to shelters. 

The Corporation has also deployed more than 700 pumps, including large-capacity 100 HP motors and portable units, across known flood-prone locations to minimise water stagnation.

Additionally, teams from the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) and State Disaster Response Fund (SDRF) - over 350 personnel in total - have been stationed across vulnerable zones for emergency response. 

The civic body has mobilised nearly 480 vehicles, including tree-cutting units, mechanised saws, rescue boats and power-saw-equipped rapid response units, to attend to complaints related to fallen trees, flooding and disruptions. Zonal teams and field volunteers, GCC says, are operating round the clock to handle distress calls and drainage issues.

Rain Holiday for Schools, Colleges

As a precaution, district administrations declared a rain holiday tomorrow for schools and colleges in Chennai, Tiruvallur, Kancheepuram, and Chengalpattu, citing the extremely heavy rainfall alert.

City Still Struggles With Waterlogging

Despite the corporation's preparedness claims, several low-lying pockets in Chennai remained waterlogged after today's rains, raising fresh questions over the efficiency of the stormwater drains built over the last four years, a major DMK government project since 2021. The extreme rains could put this larger system to the test.

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Hyderabad Man Falls To Online Fraud, Threats, Loses More Than Rs 1 Lakh

A sophisticated "honeytrap" operating on the Telegram messaging platform has led a 20-year-old Hyderabad resident to lose over Rs 1 lakh before the fraud turned into extortion. The victim, lured by a convincing fake profile, transferred Rs 1,02,093 to the fraudsters before realising the deception.

The incident in Yakutpura, now being investigated by the cybercrime cell, again highlighted the growing threat of scams targeting vulnerable users on social media.

According to the complaint, someone posing as a woman had contacted the victim and offered paid companionship services. The fraudster went to great lengths to establish credibility, using stolen photographs, fake testimonials, and manipulated feedback.

Once trust was established, the scammer initiated a sequence of rapid demands for payments under deceptive pretexts, creating a financial sinkhole for the unsuspecting victim.

The victim paid Advance Booking Fees, Service Security Deposits, Room Reservation Charges and "Refundable" Manager Fees.

After promises of refunds, the young man made multiple UPI and bank transfers, ending up transferring Rs 1,02,093 to various bank accounts provided by the fraudster.

The trap finally became apparent when the victim was told to arrive at a hotel in Abids locality for the supposed meeting. On reaching the location, the victim found no one. 

When he attempted to contact the individual, the fraudster dropped the pretence and immediately pivoted to aggressive extortion, demanding an additional Rs 10,000 and issued threats.

Recognising the attempt to blackmail him, the victim immediately approached the police cybercrime cell to lodge a formal complaint.

Cybercrime officials consistently warn that these rackets thrive on stolen media and the victim's fear of social embarrassment. The key elements of the scam, fake profiles and repeated demands for fees, are standard modus operandi.

The Hyderabad cybercrime wing has issued a stern advisory urging the public to exercise extreme caution, advising them never to trust unsolicited messages or profiles on platforms like Telegram or WhatsApp offering paid companionship or high-value services.

They say that no legitimate service will demand repeated payments for "security", "managers" or "refundable deposits" before a service is rendered.

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Starlink Ready For India, Will Help In Rural Connectivity: Elon Musk

SpaceX chief Elon Musk said he is eager to launch the company's low cost, reliable internet Starlink in India, which already operates in 150 countries.

Speaking to investor and entrepreneur Nikhil Kamath in the People of WTF podcast, Musk said Starlink's strength lies in the thousands of low-Earth-orbit satellites that deliver high-speed, low-latency connectivity worldwide. "There are laser links between the satellites, so it forms sort of a laser mesh. Let's say if cables are damaged or cut, like fiber cables, the satellites can communicate between each other and provide connectivity," he said.

Starlink satellites orbit at about 550 kilometres, far lower than traditional geostationary satellites at 36,000 kilometres, allowing faster response times, Musk added. This makes them particularly helpful for disaster areas. "If an area has been hit with some kind of natural disaster, floods or fires or earthquakes, that tends to damage the ground infrastructure. But the Starlink satellites still work," he said. The tech and space billionaire further said that in disaster situations, Starlink provides free internet.

He gave the example of the recent Red Sea cable cuts, which impacted connectivity, even as Starlink continued to operate without disruption.

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Musk also explained the advantage of Starlink networks in rural areas. "In cities, you've got these cell towers that are only a kilometer apart. But cell towers tend to be inefficient in the countryside. So, in rural rural areas is where you tend to have the worst internet because it's very expensive and difficult to lay all the fiber optic cables or to have high bandwidth cellular towers. So, Starlink is very complementary to the existing telecom companies. It tends to serve the least served," he said.

The Tesla chief also warned that physics don't allow Starlink to become efficient in densely populated areas with competitive local network providers. He said it is complementary to cellular networks, not a competitor. "Physics doesn't allow us to beat something that's one kilometre away," he explained, adding that Starlink could still serve 1-2 per cent of users in urban pockets lacking fiber.

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"Working Will Be Optional In Next 20 Years": Elon Musk's Big Prediction

Elon Musk has predicted that people "won't have to work at all" in the future. And, artificial intelligence (AI) and robotics would bring about that change, said the tech billionaire, who has often spoken about his extreme seven-day 'sleep-wake-up-work-repeat' schedule.

"It may not be that far in the future. Maybe... I say in less than 20 years, working will be optional. Working at all will be optional. (It will be) Like a hobby, pretty much," Musk said on Zerodha co-founder Nikhil Kamath's "People by WTF" podcast.

"Obviously, people can play this back in 20 years and say, 'Look, Elon made this ridiculous prediction, and it's not true, but I think it will turn out to be true that in less than 20 years, maybe. Even as little as... 10 or 15 years. The advancements in AI and robotics will bring us to the point where working is optional in the same way that you can grow your own vegetables in your garden, or you could go to the store and buy vegetables," the 54-year-old said.

Musk -- whose xAI company has a chatbot called Grok -- is confident that "if AI and robotics continue to advance, working will be optional and people will have any goods and services that they want".

"It will be if you can think of it, you can have it type of thing," he said.

The head of Tesla and SpaceX said that in future, there will also come a point when AI and robotics will "run out of things to do to make humans happy".

"At a certain point, AI will actually saturate on anything humans can think of and then at that point, it becomes a situation where AI is doing things for AI and robotics because they have run out of things to do to make the humans happy, because there's a limit."

This is not the first time Musk has made such a prediction. At the US-Saudi Investment Forum on November 19, Musk said that AI and robots would eventually allow work to become optional for human beings, that money would become "irrelevant" and poverty would cease to exist.

"AI and humanoid robots will actually eliminate poverty," said Musk, adding that robots would "make everyone wealthy."

In his conversation with Kamath, he said that in the long term, money will disappear as a concept.

"Honestly, it's kind of strange, but in a future where anyone can have anything, I think you no longer need money as a database for labour allocation. If AI and robotics are big enough to satisfy all human needs, then the relevance of money declines dramatically.

He also said that in the future, humans will have "power generation as the de facto currency".

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Abhishek Bajaj Reunites With Ashnoor Kaur After Bigg Boss 19 Eviction

Ashnoor Kaur's eviction from Bigg Boss 19 just days before the grand finale left fans stunned, especially as the decision stemmed not from low votes but from a violation of house rules. 

Now, following her sudden exit, fellow contestant and close friend Abhishek Bajaj has reunited with her.

A Heartfelt Reunion After A Controversial Exit

Abhishek met Ashnoor soon after she stepped out of the Bigg Boss house. He later shared glimpses of their meeting on Instagram, including photos of the duo smiling together on her balcony and a sweet clip where he warmly says, "Welcome back!" Ashnoor is seen expressing that she wished she could have stayed "a week longer" until the finale. Abhishek responds with reassurance, telling her, "Koi baat nahi. Badhiya bande hood pe, baaki sab thud pe."

Alongside the visuals, he penned an emotional note praising her strength and composure during her time on the show. "In a house full of chaos, you became my calm. In a room full of energy vampires, you became my energy charger. You were my sukoon. You came with courage, played with dignity, and left with love. Grateful for every moment we stood together, Ashnoor... and today your exit felt personal! Ps - Jab jab Chand Taaro ka Zikra hoga Humara bhi Zikra hoga #RabbRakha #PiddiandGoku #Abhinoor," he wrote.

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The Incident That Led To Ashnoor's Eviction

Ashnoor's eviction was announced during the Weekend Ka Vaar episode after she hit contestant Tanya Mittal with a wooden plank during the ticket-to-finale task. Although she argued that she did not intend to hurt Tanya, host Salman Khan confronted her with footage that suggested the move was fuelled by anger rather than an accident.

Salman condemned the act, emphasising the show's strict no-violence policy, and noted that Ashnoor showed little remorse at the time. The makers subsequently confirmed her eviction on grounds of physical aggression. The announcement left Ashnoor in tears, insisting she never believed Tanya was hurt and had not wanted to leave the show.

ALSO READ: Bigg Boss 19: Ashnoor Kaur Evicted Over Hitting Tanya Mittal During Ticket-To-Finale-Task

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How To Make Iffa Chicken: The Creamy Dubai Dish Taking Over The Internet

There is always a new food trend waiting to take over social media and this time, it is iffa chicken that has everyone talking. The dish has become a sensation for its creamy texture, comforting flavours, and surprisingly simple cooking method. Home cooks are recreating it across the country and sharing their versions online. The recipe was originally shared by the Instagram page @aathirasethumadhavan and quickly found its way into countless kitchens. Its growing popularity rests in how easy it is to prepare while still tasting indulgent. If you have been curious about this viral recipe, here is everything you need to know.
Also Read: Chicken vs Eggs: Which Is Better For Weight Loss And Overall Health?

What Is Iffa Chicken?

Iffa chicken is a trending Dubai-style dish featuring crispy, juicy chicken coated in a rich, creamy Arabic-inspired sauce. It's become wildly popular on social media for its bold flavors, a perfect blend of spices, butter, cream, mayonnaise (and sometimes cheese) that create a velvety, indulgent coating.

Can You Have Iffa Chicken On A Weight Loss Diet?

Yes, you can enjoy it in moderation if cooked mindfully. Using less oil, low-fat dairy and portion control can help keep it diet friendly.

What To Serve With Iffa Chicken?

The dish pairs well with lighter sides that balance its creamy notes. Millet rotis, red rice, steamed vegetables, or a fresh salad work beautifully.

How To Make Viral Iffa Chicken At Home | Iffa Chicken Recipe

1. Marinate the chicken

Mix curd, ginger-garlic paste, chilli powder, turmeric, coriander, pepper, garam masala, vinegar and salt in a bowl. Add chicken and coat well. Marinate for at least 1 hour or overnight.

2. Prepare the white sauce

Blend egg whites, cheese, skim milk, vinegar, garlic, salt, and sugar. Blend until smooth and creamy.

3. Cook the chicken

Heat a non-stick pan and spray with oil. Cook chicken on medium-high for 4-5 minutes per side until golden. Cover and cook for another few minutes until the masala thickens.

4. Add the white sauce

Pour the sauce over the chicken. Cover and cook on low heat for 2-3 minutes.

5. Finish

Garnish with chopped coriander. Serve hot with millet rotis, red rice or sauteed vegetables.

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What Type Of Cheese Is Best For Iffa Chicken?

Processed cheese or mozzarella works well because they melt smoothly. Both offer a mild flavour that balances the spices without overpowering the dish.

Also Read: 10 Spicy South Indian Chicken Dishes That Will Warm You Up This Winter

Tips For Making Perfect Iffa Chicken At Home:

• Keep the marinade simple and allow enough resting time for flavour absorption.
• Do not rush the cooking, slow heat helps the masala thicken naturally.
• Add the white sauce only at the end to maintain its creamy texture.

So, will you try making iffa chicken at home? Share with us in the comments section below!

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"Arvind Kejriwal Betrayed Everyone": 2-Time AAP MLA Joins BJP In Delhi

Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader and two-time MLA Rajesh Gupta joined the BJP on Saturday ahead of the civic polls. Delhi BJP president Virendra Sachdeva welcomed him into the party.

Gupta criticised AAP national convenor and former Delhi chief minister Arvind Kejriwal, who he alleged considered party workers as "use and throw" objects. It is the biggest reason behind the party's downfall, he added.

Gupta even became emotional as he recalled his contributions to the AAP and the ill-treatment that he got from Kejriwal in return.

He said when the AAP was founded, many prominent individuals enthusiastically joined Kejriwal, but he betrayed everyone. "One by one, they all chose to leave him. Today, unfortunately, I have also joined that list," Gupta said.

He got upset after a municipal election ticket was given to a person to whom the AAP had itself issued notice earlier.

Sachdeva welcomed Gupta into the party by offering the traditional party stole in the presence of MLA Rajkumar Bhatia and media head Praveen Shankar Kapoor. The Delhi BJP chief said Gupta created a distinct identity for himself as a responsible MLA, but Kejriwal failed to value his contribution.

He said the way Kejriwal is missing from Delhi and the circumstances under which he left demand close examination.

AAP-दा का चाल, चरित्र और चेहरा पूरी तरह हुआ EXPOSE!

छेड़छाड़ के आरोपी की पत्नी को टिकट देकर AAP ने फिर साबित कर दिया
इनके लिए अपराधी नहीं, जो जितना बड़ा अपराधी है AAP में उतना ही बड़ा उसका कद है।

इसी गंदी और भ्रष्ट राजनीति से तंग आकर मजबूरन राजेश गुप्ता ने पार्टी को अलविदा… pic.twitter.com/MdXBzPTpJi

— BJP Delhi (@BJP4Delhi) November 29, 2025

Sachdeva said the AAP has pushed Delhi into such a poor situation over the last 12 years that its burden has now fallen upon the new government.

The BJP government is making efforts to gradually reduce this burden, he added, but Kejriwal, who calls himself Delhi's son, has completely disappeared because he knows Delhi has now seen his true face.

"Just as Aurangzeb plundered Delhi, Kejriwal, Sisodia and other senior AAP leaders have also harmed the city. After looting and indulging in corruption, AAP leaders are now comfortably settled in Punjab," Sachdeva added.

The AAP leader's induction into the BJP comes just a day before the civic by-elections.

As many as 53 candidates are in the fray for the 12 seats for which the Municipal Corporation of Delhi by-elections will be held. The BJP held nine out of the 12 vacant wards where the by-election is scheduled.

The by-elections have assumed significance for the BJP as these are the first political contest in the city since the party returned to power after 27 years in the assembly elections in February.

Some experts are calling the by-elections a virtual referendum on Chief Minister Rekha Gupta government's nine-month performance.

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Karnataka's Familiar Tug-Of-War: Siddaramaiah vs DKS And A 2007 Shadow

Karnataka is again living through a crisis that feels eerily familiar. Over the last week senior Congress leaders, Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and his deputy DK Shivakumar, moved from open rivalry to a breakfast featuring upma, idli, and sambar. The current contest evokes strong parallels to a previous chapter in Karnataka's political history which offers a cautionary tale.

In 2006-07 an ostensibly stable pact between the Janata Dal (Secular) (JDS) and the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and a rotational power-sharing arrangement collapsed into political acrimony, resignations and a period of President's Rule. The episode involved a familiar cast of JD(S) chief HD. Kumaraswamy and BJP stalwart BS Yediyurappa.

What Happened In 2006-07

In the aftermath of the 2004 Assembly elections, no party secured a majority resulting in a three-way split between the Congress, JD(S), and BJP. The JD(S)-Congress alliance first formed the government, but by 2006, JD(S), under Kumaraswamy, had switched allegiances to the BJP. 

The bargain was a 20-month rotational chief-ministership with Kumaraswamy going first. 

The arrangement was supposed to provide a stable alternative to Congress rule. But soon, cracks appeared. Corruption allegations and clashes over prominent infrastructure projects marred the relationship between the JD(S) and the BJP. 

As the 20-month mark approached in late 2007, the JD(S) led by the father-son duo of former Prime Minister HD Deve Gowda and Kumaraswamy balked at handing over power. The BJP felt betrayed and the coalition imploded. 

Kumaraswamy resigned in October 2007, the Governor recommended dissolution, President's Rule was imposed, and in the chaos that followed Yediyurappa's first chief-ministerial stint in November 2007 lasted only days. Kumaraswamy accused central BJP leaders of conspiring while BJP accused JD(S) of reneging. 

In May 2008, fresh elections were called and the BJP emerged victorious, winning 110 seats

Parallels With Today

In both cases two very senior leaders appear to be at the centre of a power tussle. In 2007 commentators argued that delays and indecision by national leaders and conflicting directions from national offices accelerated collapse. Today too commentators are asking whether the Congress high command has acted quickly or decisively enough to resolve the Siddaramaiah-Shivakumar standoff before it reaches a point of no return.  

Then, the alliance between JD(S) (primarily Vokkaliga-leaning leadership) and BJP sought to capture multiple caste blocs for power. Now, caste organisations within Karnataka are warning that sidelining Shivakumar could alienate Vokkaliga votes.

In 2006, the rotational Chief Ministership was accepted as a necessity and in 2025, similar rumours of a two-and-a-half-year power-sharing agreement have taken hold.

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Sourav Ganguly's Wife Files Complaint Against Social Media Abuse

Renowned Odissi dancer Dona Ganguly has lodged a complaint with the police after being allegedly targeted with abusive and derogatory remarks on social media, an officer said on Friday.

The dancer, also the wife of former Indian cricket captain Sourav Ganguly, filed the formal complaint with Thakurpukur police station, following which the police started an investigation against unidentified persons.

"The abusive posts emerged around Dona Ganguly's dance performance at the Kolkata Film Festival. The complaint specifically pointed to a Facebook page that targeted her," the police officer said.

In the complaint lodged on Wednesday evening, she alleged that through the social media page, users not only "body shamed" her but also insulted her, causing damage to her reputation.

"She has described these acts as defamatory and stated that the posts were intended to tarnish her honour," the officer said, adding that Dona Ganguly provided screenshots of the abusive posts along with a mobile number associated with the Facebook page.

"We are working to identify the individuals responsible for the offensive posts. We are tracing the posts and the associated mobile number to identify the perpetrators," he added.

(Except for the headline, this story has not been edited by NDTV staff and is published from a syndicated feed.)

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Putin Calls Zelensky's Leadership 'Illegitimate', Says Peace Deal Senseless

Russia's President Vladimir Putin said on Thursday that the Ukrainian government is illegitimate and that it was senseless to sign any agreements with them. 

He said that US President Donald Trump's plan was "a set of issues put forward for discussion" rather than a draft agreement, adding that it could become the basis of future agreements.

He said the Kyiv leadership lost legitimacy after refusing to hold elections when President Volodymyr Zelenskiy's elected term expired. Meanwhile, Kyiv said it cannot hold elections while under martial law and defending its territory against Russia.

The Russian leader said that although the US was considering Russia's position, there are other things that need to be discussed. 

"We need to sit down and discuss this seriously," Putin told reporters at the end of a three-day visit to Kyrgyzstan. "Every word matters."

He explained that hostilities will cease if Ukrainian troops withdraw from territories they occupy. "If they don't withdraw, we will achieve this by force," he said.

Putin has previously demanded that Ukraine completely withdraw from the entirety of the Donetsk, Luhansk, Kherson, and Zaporizhia regions before Russia considers any sort of "peace negotiations", notably including areas of each of those oblasts that Russia does not occupy. 

He also wants to keep Ukraine from joining NATO and hosting any Western troops, allowing Moscow to gradually pull the country back into its orbit.

US special envoy Steve Witkoff will visit Moscow next week, while US Army Secretary Dan Driscoll may be heading to Kyiv.

Moscow invaded Ukraine in February 2022, triggering the worst armed conflict in Europe since World War II.

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UP Man Thrashes Wife, Leaves Home. Then She Video Calls Him, Hangs Herself

What started as a love story ended in a tragedy in Uttar Pradesh.

A woman died by suicide during a video call with her husband after a fight between them in Uttar Pradesh's Kanpur on Wednesday.

The man, Shubham Diwakar, was an alcoholic. When he returned home in the Ramlala Mohalla area of Rawatpur from work on Wednesday evening, he asked his wife, Mona, for money to buy alcohol. When she refused, an enraged Diwakar beat her up brutally. After the assault, he took the money from her and left the house to drink.

Sixteen minutes later, a weeping Mona allegedly made a WhatsApp video call to him and hung herself in front of him. Diwakar allegedly rushed home to save her, but the door was locked from the inside. The door was broken down by the police who arrived at the spot after being informed by the neighbours. By then, she had already died. The officials also gave her CPR in an attempt to revive her but to no avail.

Mona and Shubham Diwakar had a love marriage seven years ago. She is survived by her husband and two children. Diwakar used to work at a private company, and she worked as a 'welcome girl', who greeted guests at wedding functions, to support the family.

When her friends, who worked with her, received the news of her death, they rushed outside the postmortem house where her body was taken. The angry women surrounded Mona's husband and beat him up. The commotion continued for about two hours. Mona's friends also accused Diwakar of deleting all call history from Mona's mobile phone to destroy evidence.

Rawatpur police station in-charge Manoj Mishra said Mona's family has not filed any complaint so far. If any complaint is received, appropriate action will be taken, he said.

The neighbours of the couple, meanwhile, have claimed that Diwakar used to torture her often after drinking.

With inputs from Arun Agarwal.

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Engineering Students Arrested In Rs 90-Crore Cyber Scam In Puducherry

Puducherry's Cyber Crime Police have uncovered a large-scale cyber-fraud network allegedly operated from inside an engineering college, turning it into what investigators call a "hotspot for cyber crime." The racket, linked to a Rs 90-crore scam, involved students selling bank accounts of friends and classmates to cyber-criminals who allegedly laundered the money through India before converting it into cryptocurrency via networks in Dubai and China.

The case broke after two engineering students, Dinesh and Jayapratap, approached the police when their bank accounts were suddenly frozen. They had handed over their account details to their friend Harish - now an accused - who had allegedly collected details of over 20 bank accounts from students and members of the public. These were used as "mule accounts" to park scam proceeds. Investigators say at least Rs 7 crore was withdrawn through these accounts.

Seven persons - including four engineering graduates - have been arrested so far: Thomas alias Hayagriva, Harish, Ganesan, Govindaraj, Yashwin, Rahul and Ayyappan. Police seized Rs 5 lakh in cash, 171 cheque books, 75 ATM cards, 20 mobile phones, laptops, computers, several bank passbooks, credit cards and a Hyundai Verna car.

A key accused, Ganesan, allegedly coordinated with cyber-criminals in China to convert withdrawn funds into cryptocurrency, sending them via Telegram in exchange for commissions.

Speaking to NDTV, Puducherry's Senior Superintendent of Police (Cyber Crime) Nithya Radhakrishnan, IPS, said the arrests mark a breakthrough not just against the "mules" but against those enabling online fraudsters. "We have been able to apprehend those who were laundering money for cyber-criminals, not merely the account holders. This shows how organised and international these networks have become," she said.

She warned that sharing bank credentials, even with friends, could have serious legal and financial consequences.

The Puducherry Police have reiterated their appeal to the public not to share bank account details, ATM cards or online banking credentials with anyone, and never allow others to operate their accounts.

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Gill Breaks Silence After Gambhir-Coached India's 408-Run Loss To SA

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. We'll continue to believe in each other, fight for each other, and move forward - rising stronger. 🇮🇳

— Shubman Gill (@ShubmanGill) November 26, 2025

Gill had retired hurt on four after suffering neck spasm in India's first innings of the Eden Test.

He was subsequently hospitalized and ruled out of the rest of the match.

Gill had travelled to Guwahati but was released on the eve of the Test.

Gautam Gambhir didn't blame any individual for the debilitating 408-run defeat against South Africa in the second Test but dropped enough hints that he was livid with India's stand-in skipper Rishabh Pant for "playing to the gallery".

Gambhir's par-for-the course fiery post-match press conference had one anomaly though -- he was a bundle of contradictions through and through those 15 odd minutes.

India were 95 for one, but things went downhill from thereon with the hosts left stuttering at 122 for seven, largely due to Marco Jansen's exploits with the red cherry.

Pant gave charge to Jansen when he needed to show some discretion, and that shot possibly was the worst of all the dismissals.

After the 0-2 series defeat, Gambhir was asked if he would have expected better from Pant, who is now one short of 50 Test matches.

"You don't blame one individual shot. You don't blame one individual playing in a certain way. You blame everyone. So, me talking about an individual, I've never done that. I am not going to do it," Gambhir said in a no-nonsense manner after fronting up at the media conference.

He was very clear that he didn't want to "brush things under the carpet".

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"Getting Used To Sitting At Home": Rohit Sharma Makes Stunning Remark

Rohit Sharma showed patience and panache, attributes that defined both his batting and persona for the longest time, after being named the brand ambassador of the 2026 Men's T20 World Cup. Many months into his retirement from T20I and Test format, the 38-year-old titan of Indian cricket on Tuesday said he is getting used to sitting at home and watching the action unfold on TV instead of being part of it. Rohit though continues to play the ODI format and it's rare for an active cricketer to be announced as brand ambassador of an ICC event, something that made him feel extremely honoured. "I was told by someone that while playing no one has been announced as an ambassador so it's a great privilege and honour for me," Rohit said here during the unveiling of the schedule for the upcoming showpiece that will be jointly hosted by India and Sri Lanka from February 7 to March 8.

Rohit captained reigning champions India to glory at the previous T20 World Cup in 2024, and he is already hoping for an encore by the Suryakumar Yadav-led side in front of the home crowd.

"Hopefully we can create again the magic which we created last year with a different bunch of boys. It's a huge task to win an ICC event and in my 18 years I have been fortunate to win two recently. To finally come out and win those trophies feel good," Rohit said.

Moving away from the two formats has not been easy but Rohit is gradually learning to get used to this life by spending quality time with his family, training and attending social events.

"To sit on other side and watch, having played in each of these (T20) World Cups so far, will feel different. I am getting used to sitting at home and watching," Rohit said after being named the brand ambassador by ICC chairman Jay Shah.

Rohit has been prolific for India in T20Is, ending with 4231 runs at an average of 32.01 and a strike-rate of 140.89.

Lauds India women's team's WC triumph

Always known to back his teammates to the hilt, Rohit was full of praise for the Indian women's squad for its recent World Cup triumph, which was achieved after years of heartbreak.

With Indian women's team skipper Harmanpreet Kaur also in attendance, Rohit said, "I know what they have gone through all these years. I can understand the feeling of setbacks year after year for not winning the trophy.

"I was there, that's the moment you live and work hard for and I am sure a lot of hard work has gone in before that World Cup started. I was just asking her after the England game, the coach (Amol Muzumdar), I know him well and understand him very well and I was asking her if he was calm and the answer was not surprising. He is very passionate.

"Even though I was not there, I could feel what happened after the England game. For them to lift the trophy, I was there to watch that, it was a great feeling not just for me but for the entire nation," Rohit said of the women's team's maiden world title.

Rohit retired from the shortest format following India's triumph in the Americas last year, which broke an 11-year drought of ICC trophies for the Indian team.

Speaking about the groupings in the upcoming T20 World Cup, he said, "Our Group has Pakistan, USA, Netherlands and Namibia. You cannot go into any tournament thinking... you cannot take the foot off the pedal and have to be (on top of your game) from ball one.

"All these teams are quite competitive and every team comes very well prepared. I am quite amazed to see Italy also there," Rohit said.

"Hope to see many more teams from Europe, Africa and even South East Asia and eventually we will see that because the sport has taken a giant leap," he added.

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Alabama School's 'Teacher Of The Year' Faces Charges After Assaulting Son

A former Alabama "Teacher of the Year," Randi Nicole Staples, has been arrested and fired after a horrific video of her allegedly beating her 12-year-old son with a belt was shared on social media by the boy's older brother. Staples, 44, is a former second-grade teacher at Cottage Hill Christian Academy in Mobile, Alabama.

A video, reportedly filmed by another family member inside the home, shows Staples repeatedly hitting her 12-year-old son with a belt, yelling profanities, and at one point, lifting him by his hair. Reports indicate the boy was struck more than 20 times in a short period. The incident reportedly occurred because the boy had not completed his chores.

"I didn't feel like, you know, she should be working at the school or even doing that to my little brothers. You know, she done it to me my whole life, so I'm 24. Something about he wasn't cleaning the kitchen like he was supposed to be, he left, went to the neighbor's house, come back and then it transpired into that," Staple's eldest son, Jackson Staples told Fox 10.

Staples was arrested and charged with willful abuse of a child under the age of 18, a felony offence. She has since entered a plea of not guilty. Although the incident happened off-campus, Cottage Hill Christian Academy immediately placed Staples on administrative leave, launched an investigation, and subsequently terminated her employment.

"Cottage Hill Christian Academy is committed to providing a safe, nurturing, and Christ-centered environment for all students. This commitment guides every action our school takes regarding student welfare and staff conduct."

Jackson Staples said that his younger brothers are currently staying with their aunt in Baldwin County. Nicole is set to appear in court on Friday for a formal bond hearing related to a child abuse case. 

Mobile County Sheriff Paul Burch described the actions as "repulsive" and "way beyond any form of discipline."

"I mean I'm all about disciplining a child if you have problems with them, you know, if that involves a spanking, you know, everybody disciplines their children different ways, but that was way above and beyond any form of discipline.The fact that another person in the home felt the need to video…that is somewhat telling," he said.

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4-Year-Old Hung From Tree For Not Completing Homework In Chhattisgarh School

In a shocking incident that has raised disturbing questions about child safety in schools, two women teachers at Hans Vahini Vidya Mandir in a village in Chhattisgarh's Surajpur allegedly inflicted brutal punishment on a four-year-old student for not completing his homework.

The child was stripped, tied with a rope, and hung from a tree inside the school campus in Narayanpur village, an act that has sparked outrage after a video of the incident went viral on social media.

The horrific video, recorded by a young man from a nearby rooftop, shows the child hanging helplessly from the tree while two teachers, identified as Kajal Sahu and Anuradha Dewangan, stand nearby. The clip was posted on social media, quickly gaining widespread attention and prompting immediate intervention from authorities.

Hans Vahini Vidya Mandir, a school that runs classes from nursery to eighth grade, opened as usual on Monday morning. Children arrived on time and classes began. In the nursery class, teacher Kajal Sahu was checking homework when she found that one child had not completed his assignment. According to reports, the teacher became angry, expelled the child from the class, and soon after handed out a punishment that stunned the entire village.

She tied the child's shirt with a rope and hung him from a tree inside the school premises. The four-year-old dangled helplessly for hours.

He cried, screamed, and repeatedly begged the teacher to let him down, but she ignored his pleas. Santosh Kumar Sahu, a family member of the child, expressed deep anger at the school management, alleging gross negligence and cruelty. He demanded strict action against the teachers responsible for the inhumane punishment.

After the video went viral, Block Education Officer (BEO) DS Lakra immediately reached the school for an on-ground inquiry. He stated that the investigation report will be forwarded to senior officials for further action. District Education Officer (DEO) Ajay Mishra confirmed that the incident has come to his notice.

Following the uproar, the education department dispatched cluster in-charge Manoj Yadav to the school for an on-ground investigation. He confirmed that the actions taken by the teachers were "completely wrong" and stated that a detailed report has been submitted to senior district officials. The school management has also admitted fault. The administrator publicly apologised, calling it a "serious lapse." One of the accused teachers, speaking to NDTV, said, "Yes, I made a mistake... This is the first time. I didn't do it intentionally."

While the child is reportedly safe and unharmed, the incident has triggered a wave of anger among parents, activists, and the general public. Many are demanding strict action, not just against the teachers but also against the school for allowing such cruel punishment on its premises.

"Ramanujnagar BEO DS Lakra and the BRC have been sent for investigation. Appropriate action will be taken upon receiving the report," he said.

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Meerut 'Blue Drum' Murder Suspect Muskan Gives Birth To Baby Girl

Muskan, who is in Meerut jail for the gruesome murder of her husband Saurabh Rajput and hiding his body in a blue drum, gave birth to a baby girl at the local medical college hospital on Monday evening, jail officials said.

Senior Jail Superintendent Dr Viresh Raj Sharma told PTI that Muskan was brought to the Lala Lajpat Rai Memorial Medical College here around 11.30 pm on Sunday after her labour pain increased.

Dr Shakun Singh, head of the Obstetrics Department, told PTI that the newborn weighed 2.4 kg and doctors successfully attempted a normal delivery. Both mother and child are healthy, jail officials said.

The senior jail superintendent said Muskan's family members have been informed. However, no one from the family visited Muskan at the hospital.

According to the hospital administration, Muskan's condition remained normal throughout the day, and she was continuously monitored. Given the sensitivity of the matter, police deployment has been increased around the main entrance and wards of the hospital.

Officials said that special instructions have been issued regarding security arrangements, and medical records are also being compiled from time to time.

Saurabh was killed on the night of March 4 at his house in Indiranagar in Meerut district. Muskan and her alleged lover, Sahil Shukla, are accused of drugging him and stabbing him to death.

It is alleged that they dismembered Saurabh's body, severing his head and hands, and hid the body parts in a blue drum filled with cement.

After the incident, both of them went to Himachal Pradesh.

The investigation into the sensational case revealed that Muskan had allegedly been planning the murder since November 2023, according to the police.

Saurabh was killed "not because of tantra-mantra, but because he was an obstacle in their love affair," the police claimed.

Muskan was arrested along with Sahil on March 18. Earlier, Muskan "confessed" to her family before she and Sahil were arrested.

Police sources said that according to the initial plan, the two accused wanted to pack the body in a suitcase and throw it away. A piece of bone was also found in the suitcase. 

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