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Warner Bros Discovery board rejects Paramount's $108 bn hostile bid

Paramount took its bid directly to Warner Bros' shareholders last week after the company announced a deal with Netflix on December 5

No Aadhaar data breach till date from UIDAI database: Govt in Lok Sabha

Union Minister of State for Electronics and Information Technology Jitin Prasada said no incident of data compromise involving the core UIDAI database had been reported so far

Vedanta demerger into five listed firms likely by March 2026: Anil Agarwal

Vedanta plans to complete its demerger into five listed pure-play companies by March 2026, with its ₹48,000 crore debt allocated based on cash flows, said chairman Anil Agarwal

Delhi HC raps state government on lax regulation of pre-owned car sales

The High Court raised concerns over weak regulation of used vehicle sales, noting that a car involved in the Red Fort blast passed through multiple dealers while its registration remained unchanged

Op Sindoor fallout: Pak extends airspace ban on Indian aircraft till Jan 23

A Notice to Airmen (NOTAM) issued in this regard stated that the restriction would remain effective until January 23, 2026, during the specified operational timings

Family floater vs individual health plan: What works best for your family

Experts break down how to pick between family floater and individual health plans

Before you fly out: How to choose the right international travel insurance

Tips to pick the right international travel insurance and avoid costly surprises abroad

Guillain-barre syndrome: Early warning signs doctors want you to know

As hospitals strengthen neurological care after GBS cases in Pune and MP, doctors explain the symptoms, triggers and treatments that can prevent severe complications

Delhi to overhaul PUC system, roll out carpool app to curb air pollution

Delhi Environment Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa said the government would provide ₹2,700 crore over a ten-year period to the MCD for procuring mechanical road sweepers and litter pickers

SC allows ban on 10-yr diesel, 15-yr petrol vehicles below BS-IV in Delhi

The clarification modifies the court's August 12 order, which had earlier barred coercive action against such vehicles in the National Capital Region

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

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

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

US visa interviews: Why applicants get 221(g) slips and what they mean

Reddit users share consulate experiences as expanded US visa checks trigger administrative processing for H-1B and H-4 applicants in India

Meta moves to single age-check system as global child safety rules tighten

Meta aims to roll out one age-check system for Facebook and Instagram as global child safety laws grow and pressure on tech firms increases