Popeyes, the World Famous Chicken brand loved globally, is serving 24 flavorful fried chicken pieces for ₹599 at 44% off, available only on Wednesdays. Customers can choose from six bold international flavors, including favorites like Classic Ranch, Sweet Chilli and Hot & Sweet—each crafted using Popeyes 12-hour marination in bold Cajun spices. It is available for dine-in, delivery and takeaway.

An elderly Muslim cab driver was reportedly harassed and forced to chant 'Jai Shri Ram' near the Taj Mahal in Agra. A video with "Yeh hai asli ataknwadi" caption, showing a youth threatening the driver went viral. Police have taken cognisance, assigning the case to Tajganj SHO and instructing the cyber cell to verify the footage and trace those involved.

Oxford University Press has announced the shortlist for the Oxford Word of the Year 2025: Aura Farming, Biohack, and Rage Bait. These three words highlight how digital culture influences self-image, wellness and online behaviour. Public voting ends on November 27, and the winner will be revealed on December 1. Last year's winning term was "brain rot".

A man was booked for an altercation with a Hyderabad traffic police personnel on Tuesday, November 25. The incident occurred at Masab Tank on Tuesday afternoon when a bike rider was stopped by the traffic policeman identified as Venkatesh. The traffic cop had reportedly pulled up the accused for wrong parking.

Renowned sculptor Iqbal Singh Gill from village Manuke in Moga, Punjab, has begun crafting a statue of Bollywood icon Dharmendra, offering tribute to the legendary actor. Gill, who has been sculpting for the past 22 years, is widely known for his exceptional craftsmanship, with his statues being sent not only across India, but also to several countries.

Mark Zuckerberg bought a 5,617 sq ft historic home in Palo Alto's Crescent Park for $7 million in 2011. The five-bedroom, 5.5-bath house features a saltwater pool, spa, outdoor pavilion with fireplace and BBQ, a wood-floored interior, and a cozy sunroom. He later expanded the property into a larger compound by acquiring nearby homes.

The Oxford University Press shortlisted "aurafarming", "biohack" and "ragebaiting" for the Word of the Year 2025. "Aura farming" means the cultivation of an attractive persona by behaving or presenting oneself in a way intended subtly to convey an air of confidence, coolness, or mystique. "Biohack" means improving one's health, while "rage bait" refers to online content meant to elicit anger.

Ex-Navy officer Captain Navtej Singh has shared a video showing his struggle to take a picture from a height of 20,000 ft while braving 300-knot winds. "The wind doesn't just touch you, it slams into your face, making your skin ripple," he said. Despite this, the photographer has to find a frame and take the shot, he revealed.

Neuroscientists at the University of Cambridge analysed thousands of MRI scans and found that the brain passes through five structural phases. They are childhood (birth-9), adolescence (9-32), adulthood (32-66), early ageing (66-83) and late ageing (83+). These phases are marked by key turning points at ages nine, 32, 66 and 83. Researchers said the brain hits "adulthood" at 32.

An X user shared a video showing a man mishandling courier packages meant for transportation and throwing them on railway tracks in Uttar Pradesh. After video sparked outrage, Divisional Railway Manager (DRM) of Lucknow Division said, "These are RMS packages and are handled by India Post staff." "The concerned RMS authorities are being advised to take corrective action," DRM added.

Bengaluru resident Saswat Biswas shared ordeal of his grandmother, who's been stuck at Hamad International Airport in Doha for 27 hours due to flight cancellations amid Ethiopia's volcanic eruption. The grandmother, in her 70s, found herself in a tough spot as her visa expired, leaving her unable to step out of airport. "Her meds are in check-in baggage," he added.

A video from Meghalaya showing a Portuguese tourist diving into a natural pool to clear beer bottles left behind by visitors was shared by Instagram content creator Dappura Chyne. The tourist is seen handing over two beer bottles and plastic packets to Dappura. Instagram users reacted to the video, calling for responsible tourism. "That's truly very sad," a user wrote.

A Mira Road auto driver allegedly stalked a 17-year-old girl, sending messages via GPay after a ride and later appearing near her building. The incident, captured in a viral video, has sparked widespread public outrage and fear among women. It underscores urgent concerns about digital payment security and passenger safety in public transport. The family declined to file an FIR.

The interrogation of two suspects, rounded up by personnel of the 65 Bn Border Security Force, operating under the Abohar Sector Headquarters in Punjab, led to the recovery of 10 packets of heroin. These were reportedly dropped by a drone from the Pakistani side, near the international border in Jalalabad.

The ongoing commemorative events marking the 350th martyrdom anniversary of Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur at Anandpur Sahib witnessed extraordinary displays of devotion. Baba Avtar Singh, who travelled all the way from Odisha, became a major attraction among the sangat as he reached the holy city wearing an astonishing 95kg dastar.

An Italian man has been arrested after allegedly disguising himself as his deceased mother for years to illegally collect her pension. Authorities said he hid her body and collected nearly ₹82 lakh before he was caught. The 56-year-old man used lipstick, a 1970s-style blouse, a long skirt, nail polish, a pearl necklace and vintage earrings to impersonate his mother.

When an accused commits crimes across multiple countries, jurisdiction depends on where each offence occurred, existing extradition treaties, and the nationality of the offender or victims. Each state may seek custody for trial or sentence enforcement. Courts prioritise territorial jurisdiction, pending sentences, and diplomatic arrangements while deciding where the accused should face punishment.

Dr Saumya highlighted evidence that elevated body-mass index correlates with a statistically measurable increase in ovarian-cancer incidence. Mechanisms such as insulin-resistance, adipose-tissue oestrogen conversion and chronic inflammation may drive tumour initiation and progression. Understanding the biology reinforces the value of early weight-management interventions.

A Delhi maths teacher, Naresh Kaushik, has gone viral after a video of him dancing energetically to 'Teri Baaton Mein' during a farewell party surfaced online. His lively classroom performance, shared on Instagram, has crossed 4 million views. Students cheered him on as he flawlessly recreated the hook steps, earning praise from netizens calling him the “coolest sir.”

Users across several circles have begun reporting cross-network HD Voice calls between Reliance Jio and Bharti Airtel for the first time, indicating silent testing of wideband audio interoperability. Traditionally limited to same-network calls, HD/VoLTE now appearing on Jio-Airtel calls suggests upgraded IP interconnect and harmonised VoLTE signalling.

Gold climbed a near two-week high on Wednesday, after new US economic data bolstered expectations of an interest rate cut by the Federal Reserve in December and weighed on the dollar. Spot Gold hits $4,161, futures eased to $4,159 as prices touched their highest since November 14 on safe-haven demand.

The yen strengthened on Wednesday after a report that Bank of Japan is preparing markets for a possible interest rate hike as early as next month. The New Zealand dollar also surged after its central bank indicated a likely end to the easing cycle. BOJ officials noted that a December hike remains possible as the weak yen revives inflation risks.

The Indian rupee is unlikely to benefit at Wednesday’s open from the dollar’s decline driven by rising expectations of a US rate cut next month. Traders noted the rupee’s inability to sustain its brief rally in the previous session. The one-month NDF suggested a flat to slightly stronger rupee, settling at 89.22.

Ankur Tyagi, an Indian techie reportedly living in Sweden, spoke about the struggles of life abroad. "You do everything alone. You cook, clean, manage bills, raise your kid and fight the silence that hits you every single winter," he shared. Tyagi said he'll travel to Delhi in December, adding, "F*** AQI...I need some real oxygen now of friends and family."

GDi Partners, in collaboration with Inshorts & Gaana, concluded 'The Dialogue,' a national-level policy debate at Indraprastha College for Women. The Finale Chief Guest, MP Swati Maliwal, commended the platform's role in shaping young policy thinkers. The winners included Prateek Choudhary (SRCC), Pratik Das (SRCC), and Vishesh Alpuria (DDUC), while Rishabh Gupta (DTU) won the Best Speaker award.