Evening news wrap: India slams attacks on minorities in Bangladesh; Centre defers GST cut on air purifiers & more | India News

India raps Bangladesh: The MEA condemned recent violence against Hindus and other minorities in Bangladesh and demanded justice for the brutal killing of a Hindu youth in Mymensingh. Delhi chokes: Centre postponed lowering GST on air purifiers, stating they cannot be classified as medical devices per Health Ministry guidelines. Angkrish Raghuvanshi hospitalised: Mumbai batsman Angkrish…

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Rachell Valkyrae reacts to FaZe Clan members bulk exit, Mizkif questions if it’s a PR move

Rachell Valkyrae (via Getty Images) Popular Twitch and YouTube star Rachell “Valkyrae” has reacted to the sudden exit of five well-known streamers from FaZe Clan. Jason “Jasontheween,” Nick “Lacy,” Rani “Stable Ronaldo,” Jerry “Silky,” and Alexander “Adapt” all announced their departure within a short span of time. Fans were left wondering why so many creators…

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Mobility infra shift: RRTS can reshape urban travel and spur decentralised growth; Knight Frank flags investment, housing opportunities

The Regional Rapid Transit System (RRTS) has the potential to fundamentally change urban mobility patterns while acting as a catalyst for decentralised economic growth along transit corridors, real estate consultant Knight Frank said in a new report, PTI reported.According to a Knight Frank India study released on Friday, titled ‘Regional Rapid Transit System: Testing the…

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Not enough balls! Bangladesh Premier League team’s head coach walks out of training session: ‘Never seen this’ | Cricket News

Khaled Mahmud, head coach of Noakhali Express, walks out of team’s training session (Screengrab) Khaled Mahmud, former Bangladesh captain and head coach of Noakhali Express, created a stir on Thursday when he walked out of his team’s training session at the Sylhet International Cricket Stadium. The 12th edition of the Bangladesh Premier League (BPL) is…

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Why this Indian river turns red during the monsoon |

Every year, the southwest monsoon event changes India’s river systems. The changes include turning one of India’s rivers red. The effect is associated with increased rainfall. The changing colours of India’s rivers are closely linked with the monsoon. The monsoon is associated with changes in India’s climate. The changes in India’s rivers are linked with…

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‘Sister Midnight’: When and where to watch Radhika Apte and Chhaya Kadam starrer dark comedy online |

Radhika Apte’s Cannes-acclaimed dark comedy, ‘Sister Midnight’, has a new digital streaming partner from December 26, 2025. Following its theatrical success and Amazon Prime Video run, this BAFTA-nominated film follows a small town woman’s surreal rebellion against societal norms in a cramped Mumbai “kholi.” Since its release in May, 2025, the Radhika Apte and Chhaya…

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From luck to paychecks: How the new H-1B rules are redrawing the path to the American Dream

For years, the H-1B visa symbolised possibility. Skilled professionals applied with hope. Employers registered their names and waited. A computer-generated lottery often decides life-altering outcomes. Talent and experience mattered, but chance mattered more.That foundation is now being dismantled. The United States is redesigning the H-1B programme to reflect a different priority. Wages will matter more…

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‘Cannot be brushed aside’: India responds to attacks on minorities in Bangladesh; issues strong warning to Yunus govt | India News

NEW DELHI: The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on Friday issued a strong-worded response to the recent incidents of violence in Bangladesh against Hindus and other minorities, warning that these could not be brushed aside as mere “media exaggerations or dismissed as political violence.“Responding to the recent developments in Bangladesh, MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said,…

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Dubai to celebrate New Year’s Eve 2026 with 48 fireworks shows across 40 locations – Full details | World News

Dubai lights up New Year’s Eve 2026 with 48 fireworks shows across 40 locations/Representative Image Dubai is preparing to welcome 2026 with a spectacle like never before. On 31 December, the city will sparkle with 48 fireworks displays across 40 locations, surpassing last year’s 36 shows. From iconic skyscrapers to waterfronts and sprawling landmarks, the…

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