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UP cop threatens elderly woman, faces action
short by / on 29 Nov 2025,Saturday
A video showing a UP Police Sub-Inspector, Uma Agrawal, allegedly misbehaving with an elderly woman in Unnao has gone viral. The SI was seen threatening the woman, vowing to "beat her with shoes." The viral clip led to swift disciplinary action. The SI was sent to police lines and a probe has been ordered in connection with the matter.
short by / 10:36 pm on 29 Nov
On her visit to San Francisco, ALTRD founder Gayatri Agrawal saw a thriving AI hub backed by massive funding and billion-dollar ambitions. She realised India lacked infrastructure, not talent. With Google’s AI Futures Fund offering $350,000 to $500,000 cloud credits and up to $2 million in funding, Indian founders can now build global-scale AI from home.
short by / 01:14 pm on 29 Nov
Airbus issued a global alert after discovering a software flaw in the A320 family, affecting 6000 aircraft worldwide. In India, airlines avoided cancellations by running nonstop safety checks, quickly updating systems and coordinating closely with DGCA. IndiGo and Air India cleared most jets within hours, keeping flights operating smoothly while passengers remained unaware of the global caution.
short by / 12:59 pm on 30 Nov
Indian teenagers are increasingly glued to fast digital content, leading to what experts describe as 'Popcorn Brain', a condition where constant online stimulation disrupts focus and calm thinking. Doctors reported rising cases of restlessness, reduced attention span, sleep issues and difficulty enjoying offline activities.
short by / 07:51 pm on 30 Nov
Dr Ashok Sharma, in-charge of Badgaon Satellite Hospital, Udaipur, has been issued an APO (Awaiting Posting Order) by the Rajasthan government. The action follows allegations of making social media reels during duty hours and negligence. His removal has caused significant distress among local villagers, they were seen in tears.
short by / 07:36 pm on 29 Nov
What is polyworking?
short by Ankit Tiwari / on 30 Nov 2025,Sunday
Polyworking is a growing trend of managing multiple jobs/side hustles rather than relying on single source of income. The trend has gained popularity amidst rising inflation and the fear of layoffs. "I don’t want to just do the same thing every day," said a 29-year-old who is a visual merchandiser for Patagonia and also works for a German shoe brand.
short by Ankit Tiwari / 06:57 pm on 30 Nov
Sleepy Owl’s $6.5 million Series A in 2021 accelerated its shift from a niche D2C brand to a national coffee player. With Rukam Capital's backing, it built stronger supply chains, expanded into 7,500 stores from 500, grew ARR from ₹20 crore to ₹100 crore+, added new brews and formats, and strengthened its digital-led consumer community.
short by / 12:37 pm on 29 Nov
A woman was found murdered inside a public toilet at the Rose Garden today. According to information, police teams cordoned off the area soon after receiving the alert around 3.45 pm and began examining the scene for forensic clues. The victim was discovered with a severe wound around her neck, possibly caused by stabbing, indicating a brutal assault.
short by / 05:58 pm on 29 Nov
An Indian traveller's video showing street filled with garbage in Netherlands' Amsterdam has sparked a discussion on social media. "Foreigners often say that Indians lack civic sense, but look at their own civic sense," he wrote with the video. "Some people will never praise India," a person reacted. "It is cleaner than most of the roads in India," said another.
short by Arshiya Chopra / 09:38 pm on 29 Nov
A Chinese man, who married a woman he met just four hours ago on blind date, said she spent his life savings of over ₹30 lakh within a month. They met through a matchmaking network. He claimed they spent only two days together before she urged him to go to Guangdong to earn money and repeatedly requested financial assistance.
short by Daisy Mowke / 02:11 pm on 30 Nov
Elections for electing members of Zila Parishad Mohali and Panchayat Samiti Mohali have been adjourned by the State Election Commission. These elections were due on December 14. The decision to adjourn the elections was taken by the Commission on the recommendation of the Department of Rural Development and Panchayats, said State Election Commissioner Raj Kamal Chaudhari.
short by / 07:50 pm on 30 Nov
An altercation broke out between bouncers and a family at a restaurant in Mathura. A video shows bouncers beating up the family members. Reportedly, the family hosted an event at the venue, and there was an argument over a ₹30,000 charge, following which violence broke out. Police took cognisance of the video and ordered an investigation.
short by Shalini ojha / 10:29 pm on 29 Nov
A woman alleged that the driver of the Ola cab she took was presumably drunk and dozed off during their ride in Mumbai. The woman, who was travelling with her toddler and elderly mother-in-law, asked him to stop the car, and when he didn't, she paid him ₹200. Mumbai Police took cognisance of her X post and sought more details.
short by Shalini ojha / 03:17 pm on 30 Nov
What is the 5-3-1 method to improve social life?
short by Shalini ojha / on 30 Nov 2025,Sunday
Kasley Killam, a Harvard-trained social scientist, developed the 5-3-1 method to help people enhance their social lives. The technique suggests connecting with five different people every week to bring variety into the social world and having three deep interactions with close ones every month. According to Killam, it is important to devote one hour daily to social interactions.
short by Shalini ojha / 03:41 pm on 30 Nov
'Rage bait' declared Word of the Year 2025 by Oxford University
short by Medhaa Gupta / on 01 Dec 2025,Monday
Oxford University Press declared 'rage bait' as the Word of the Year 2025, noting that its usage saw a threefold increase in a year. This increase shows that more people are now aware of the negative effects of online life, it stated. The compound word refers to online content that is deliberately designed to elicit outrage to increase engagement.
short by Medhaa Gupta / 11:41 am on 01 Dec
What is 'love-loreing', a new dating trend?
short by Medhaa Gupta / on 29 Nov 2025,Saturday
'Love-loreing' is a new dating trend that refers to dating for the plot or the story, as per multiple reports. It reportedly involves dating without the pressure of meeting expectations or a long-term commitment. "It's helping people form connections in a more organic way...this trend is all about living in the moment," a relationship expert told Moneycontrol.
short by Medhaa Gupta / 05:12 pm on 29 Nov
A Bengaluru techie went viral after rejecting a $75,000 US remote job to remain in his ₹48 LPA office role at an AI startup. He preferred routine, team interaction, food and travel perks, and a stable work environment over higher pay. The post sparked debate on X about shifting priorities and how young professionals value comfort as much as salary.
short by / 12:39 pm on 30 Nov
In Haryana, a major accident was averted on Sunday afternoon at Panipat railway station. A woman passenger, who slipped while trying to board a moving train, was saved just in time by a Government Railway Police (GRP) constable. The CCTV footage of the incident also went viral across social media. The incident occurred at around 3.30 pm.
short by / 06:52 pm on 30 Nov
A man allegedly murdered his wife in a women's hostel in Coimbatore, where she was staying, and later took a selfie with her corpse. "The payment for betrayal is death," he reportedly captioned the picture as he uploaded it on social media. The man, who shared three children with the deceased, suspected that she had an extramarital affair.
short by Shalini ojha / 08:19 pm on 30 Nov
To bolster peak power availability in northern India, the Bhakra Beas Management Board (BBMB) has proposed a 1,500 MW pumped storage power project near the Bhakra Dam head in Himachal Pradesh's Una district. The planned project would exceed the generation capacity of the Bhakra Dam itself, which currently produces about 1,379 MW.
short by / 04:38 pm on 30 Nov
A sweet viral video shows Nita Ambani celebrating her staff member's birthday with a small cake-cutting moment. Dressed in a peach-printed co-ord set, she sang the birthday song and even fed the staff cake. The clip, shared by the employee with a heartfelt message, drew warm reactions online, with users calling her "so down to earth" and "kind."
short by / 10:08 am on 01 Dec
A focused interaction at J&K Bank’s Jehangir Chowk branch brought Kashmiri founders face-to-face with bankers and mentors, offering rare clarity on loans, schemes, and financial readiness. Organised by Startup Kashmir, the session helped entrepreneurs understand documentation, eligibility, and funding pathways, marking a meaningful step in bridging Kashmir’s startups with formal finance.
short by / 09:43 pm on 30 Nov
A 51-year-old Mumbai businesswoman endured a terrifying ordeal, allegedly stripped and assaulted at gunpoint in her Mahalaxmi office on January 18, 2023 by senior officials of a pharmaceutical company. Six individuals, are accused of molesting her and threatening to make her videos viral. An FIR was registered by NM Joshi Marg police.
short by / 11:39 am on 01 Dec
Following court proceedings concerning Kanchanpreet Kaur, wife of Canada-based gangster Amritpal Singh Bath, the Punjab Police on Sunday firmly reiterated that her arrest was based on concrete evidence. The police have mentioned about her active involvement in the criminal syndicate run by her husband, and said there is sufficient evidence in the investigation for appeal as per law.
short by / 09:53 pm on 30 Nov
Woman 'marries' lover's body after family kills him over caste
short by Ankit Tiwari / on 30 Nov 2025,Sunday
After a 20-year-old man was beaten, shot, and was crushed with a stone by his lover's family over a difference in their castes, his girlfriend "married" his body in Maharashtra's Nanded. At Saksham's funeral, Aanchal applied vermillion on her forehead and vowed to live in his house as daughter-in-law. "Our love won, even in Saksham's death," she said.
short by Ankit Tiwari / 05:53 pm on 30 Nov
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