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From hardship to success: Prashant's IPL dream realized with CSK's mega bid

Prashant's breakthrough came when he made it to Uttar Pradesh's Under-19 team, impressing with his performances in the Cooch Behar Trophy in 2022-23.

Apple in talks with Indian chipmakers to assemble iPhone chips in India

Apple held talks with Murugappa Group-owned CG Semi, which is building an outsourced semiconductor assembly and test (OSAT) facility in Sanand, Gujarat, the report said

Mizuho to buy majority stake in India's Avendus from KKR for $523 mn deal

Mizuho Securities, part of Japan's third-largest banking group, Mizuho Financial Group, said it will buy 61.6% to 78.3% of Avendus shares and make the bank a consolidated subsidiary

Canada Express Entry: 5,000 PR invites issued as CRS score falls to 515

The latest Canadian Experience Class draw comes just a week after a 6,000-invite round, signalling strong focus on in-Canada workers

Why Asim Munir's third US trip may cost him support of Pakistanis

Pakistan's military chief Asim Munir is expected to travel to Washington for a third time in six months, amid discussions on a proposed US-backed force to stabilise Gaza

Indian visa application centre in Dhaka closed over security concerns

The IVAC said all applicants with appointment slots scheduled for submission on Wednesday would be rescheduled for a later date

Quality higher education vital to India's growth over next 20 years: CEA

He stressed on addressing shortage of teachers urgently through mechanisms such as professors of practice and also improving the quality of education

Severe air pollution dents Delhi retail trade, footfall falls: CTI

According to the CTI, while nearly three to four lakh people from the NCR earlier visited Delhi markets daily for shopping, the number has now dropped to around one lakh due

IndiGo founders fly into Hurun's top-10 self-made entreprenuer list

Their entry directly into the top three comes amid one of the most tumultuous periods for the airline in recent times

What is an 'alcoholic personality'? Why Trump backed Susie Wiles' remark

Trump endorsed Susie Wiles' "alcoholic personality" label despite being a non-drinker. Psychiatrists explain why it is not a diagnosis, and what traits the phrase points to

Copyright Act under review to address generative AI challenges, says Centre

The Centre told the Lok Sabha that it is reviewing the Copyright Act, 1957 to see if it can address legal challenges arising from the growing use of generative artificial intelligence

IBM leases space at Bengaluru's Embassy Golflinks for ₹2.4 cr monthly rent

. The starting monthly rent? A hefty Rs. 2.43 crore at Rs. 150 per sq ft, backed by a Rs. 145.7 crore security deposit and 216 dedicated car parkings at Rs. 4,527 per slot.

Prashant to Varun: Most expensive Indian uncapped players in IPL auction

With the IPL 2026 Auction presenting another opportunities for teams to strengthen their squads, this time the star shined for the uncapped Indian players who were rewarded heavily on the day.

Stock Market Highlights: Sensex falls 3rd day, down 120 pts; Nifty ends at 25,818; Cons Durables dip

Sensex Today | Stock Market Highlights on December 17, 2025: In the broader market, the BSE MidCap and the SmallCap indices ended lower by 0.54 per cent and 0.73 per cent, respectively

Silver outlook for 2026: Demand drivers, supply limits may support prices

After a bumper run in 2025, silver's long-term case remains intact, but experts warn investors to brace for volatility and moderate returns as global conditions evolve

IndiGo tops Air India in international passenger traffic in Jul-Sep quarter

IndiGo emerged as India's largest international carrier in July-September 2025, overtaking the Air India group in passenger traffic amid capacity cuts and aircraft constraints at Tata-owned airlines

Do electric toothbrushes really beat manual ones for plaque and gum health?

Electric brushes can cut plaque 10-20 per cent in trials, but timers, pressure sensors and technique matter more than price

How winter's hormonal shifts and low sunlight affect reproductive health

Fewer daylight hours and winter stress can disrupt hormonal signalling, affecting fertility in both men and women. Specialists explain the seasonal effects and how to manage them

Moto G Power with MediaTek Dimensity 6300, 5200mAh battery unveiled: Specs

Motorola has unveiled the Moto G Power with a MediaTek Dimensity 6300 chip, 120Hz display and 5,200mAh battery, but the company has not confirmed an India launch yet

Pant to Green: Most expensive player buys in the IPL Auction history

Cameron Green turned out to be the eventual biggest signing of the IPL 2026 Auction with KKR roping him in for a whopping Rs 25.20 Crore, making him the most expensive overseas signing in IPL.