Indian badminton stars face challenging openers at Yonex-Sunrise India Open Super 750. Lakshya Sen meets Ayush Shetty, while PV Sindhu seeks revenge against Vietnam's Nguyen. Full draw analysis inside.
The National Medical Commission introduces a Rs 2 lakh registration fee for new medical colleges and approves 450 additional PG seats. Read the full details on the new regulations for 2026-27.
National Medical Commission approves 450+ PG seats for 2025-26, waives 100-seat cap for MBBS expansion, and introduces a Rs 2 lakh registration fee for new medical colleges to ensure serious intent.
Australian Open 2026 announces a record $74.9M prize pool, a 16% jump. Champions to earn $2.79M. Qualifying starts Jan 12. Get all details here.
Australian Open 2025 sets a new record with a total prize purse of A$111.5 million. Singles champions to earn A$4.15M each. Read how Tennis Australia is boosting earnings for all players.
BJP's candidate list for Mumbai BMC elections shows a historic tilt towards women, with 76 female nominees. The party is fielding women even in open, high-stakes wards. Read more.
In a historic shift, 14 women are contesting open seats in Nagpur Municipal Corporation polls, challenging male dominance. Will this confidence translate into seats? Read more.
A total of 735 candidates are contesting the Nashik Municipal Corporation elections on Jan 15. BJP leads with 116 candidates, while alliances see internal contests. Read for key battlegrounds.
The Supreme Court ruled that reserved category candidates scoring above the general cut-off cannot be excluded from open posts. This upholds equality and clarifies that the general category is open to all based on merit. Read the full analysis.
Greek tennis star Stefanos Tsitsipas opens up about a severe back injury in 2025 that left him unable to walk, sparked retirement fears, and derailed his career. Read his comeback journey.
Kazakhstan's Bibisara Assaubayeva clinched her third Women's World Blitz chess title in Doha. Her main goal, however, was securing a spot in the Women's Candidates tournament in Cyprus. Read the full story.
Venus Williams creates history as the oldest woman to compete at the Australian Open. Get all details on her wildcard entry, past records, and upcoming matches.
Venus Williams receives a wildcard for Australian Open 2026, becoming the oldest woman to compete in a season-opening Grand Slam at age 45. Read her historic journey.
Venus Williams, the seven-time Grand Slam champion, will become the oldest woman ever to compete at the Australian Open after receiving a wildcard. Read about her historic return and career journey.
Explore the finest open-world games for 2026, including timeless classics like Red Dead Redemption 2 and new adventures like Ghost of Yotei. Discover your next epic journey.
Planning shopping or dining on January 1? Most major US retailers and restaurants will be open on New Year's Day, though with possible reduced hours. Check timings and grab discounts.
Planning for New Year's Day 2026? Find out which major US retailers are open with deals, and what services like banks and delivery are closed. Always check local hours!
AICTE announces bi-annual admissions for technical courses in Gujarat. Process for 21,000 vacant engineering seats begins, with deadlines for govt and self-financed colleges. Key dates inside.
Karnataka Congress announces four candidates for MLC polls, BJP to contest three seats. Key political battle ahead of biennial elections to seven seats. Get the full list of nominees.
Mahayuti alliance finalizes seat-sharing for Mumbai Municipal Corporation elections. BJP to contest 137 seats, Shiv Sena 90. Details on the pact and political implications.
Kerala Congress leader V.D. Satheesan announces a major quota, reserving up to 50% of seats for women and youth in the upcoming Assembly elections. A strategic move to rejuvenate the party. Read more.
President Trump's executive order creates a 5-day holiday for federal workers. Find out if banks, stock markets, and post offices are open the day after Christmas.
Planning your Christmas meal? Here's a detailed list of major restaurant chains like McDonald's and Waffle House that will be open on December 25th, with their specific holiday timings.
Planning last-minute Christmas shopping? Many major stores like Walmart, Target, and Costco are open on December 24 with special hours. Check the complete list of grocery and retail timings here before you head out.
Planning last-minute Christmas shopping? Here are the confirmed operating hours for Walmart, Kroger, Costco, and other major US grocery stores on Christmas Eve 2025. Plan your visit now!
Gujarat's admission committee announces a new round for 57 medical and 33 dental seats. Candidates must deposit Rs 3 lakh security by Dec 22. Read the full schedule here.
The Union health ministry has approved 10,023 new medical education seats in government colleges from 2025-26 to 2028-29. This expansion aims to strengthen India's healthcare workforce and improve access to medical education in underserved regions. Read m
Sennheiser launches its ACCENTUM Open true wireless earbuds in a new Sakura Pink colour. Perfect for festive gifting, it combines style with signature open-ear comfort and clarity. Read more.
The National Stock Exchange launches a 15-minute pre-open call auction for equity derivatives starting December 8. Learn how the new session works and its impact on trading strategies.
Bihar Board of Open Schooling (BBOSE) established an information stall at Sonepur fair to guide students who missed regular schooling. Learn about admissions, schedules, and special options for working professionals.