Harshit Jain, a 30-year-old from Baghpat, has renounced property and a flourishing clothing business worth crores to become a Jain monk. Deeply affected by the harsh realities he witnessed during COVID-fear, isolation and death- he spent four years reflecting on detachment. Supported by his family, he took diksha in a grand ceremony and embraced a life of simplicity and spirituality.

Rohit Sharma once again showed his habit of forgetting things after he left his empty AirPods case on the team bus. A support staff member later handed it to him at the airport, leaving fans amused. The viral video sparked light-hearted reactions online, calling it classic Rohit behaviour.

Mumbai is set to host a diverse array of music festivals and concerts this December 2025. The lineup includes the Indian Sneaker Festival, Sunburn Festival, and performances by artists such as Prateek Kuhad, AP Dhillon, Sunidhi Chauhan, and Kailash Kher. The city's cultural calendar will feature various genres and acts.

In 2025, Indias Instagram scene was dominated by cricketers and Bollywood stars. Virat Kohli leads with 274 million followers, followed by PM Narendra Modi and actresses like Shraddha Kapoor, Priyanka Chopra, Alia Bhatt, Deepika Padukone, Katrina Kaif, Neha Kakkar, Salman Khan, and Jacqueline Fernandez, making them the most popular and influential social media personalities.

A physically disabled trader narrowly escaped a kidnapping attempt by two youths on Monday evening in Punjab's Nangal. The police have registered an FIR under Sections 140(4) and 3(5) of the BNS at Nangal police station. According to police, the accused, both wrestlers who had come to participate in a competition, committed the crime under the influence of liquor.

A panicked groom left home on his wedding night on pretext of buying a bulb in UP's Meerut district. His family filed missing person's report, after which police searched for him, but couldn’t find him. On Monday, he called his father from Haridwar and said he wanted to return home. Police, accompanied by his relatives, found him near railway station.

Fabergé's rare The Winter Egg, which once belonged to a Russian ruling family, has been sold for a record £22.9 million (nearly₹273 crore) in London. Considered one of the jeweller's most beautiful creations, the crystal egg has 4,500 diamonds and was commissioned in 1913. The Fabergé house only made 50 eggs for the Russian family between 1885 to 1916.

India has 1.97 lakh DPIIT-recognised startups, but only 4,147, a mere 2%, qualify for the government’s top profit-linked tax exemption, according to new Parliamentary data. While startups have created 21.11 lakh jobs and secured ₹47,500 crore in GeM orders, the strict eligibility norms mean the vast majority never access this flagship tax benefit, raising questions about policy reach.

PharmEasy's ₹4,546 crore Thyrocare acquisition failed because it was financed with ₹2,280 crore of 18% debt, a structure entirely dependent on a quick IPO for refinancing. When the IPO was withdrawn, interest costs overwhelmed cash flows, losses surged, valuation crashed, founders exited, and Thyrocare, its only profitable unit, was pledged as collateral, exposing a fatal capital-cycle mismatch.

Watch ads worldwide display 10:10 for aesthetic symmetry, clear branding and emotional appeal, according to marketing specialists. Setting the hands at 10:10 frames the logo like an open pair of arms, ensuring it remains perfectly visible and unobstructed. This arrangement, they note, is a deliberate strategy to guide the buyer's eye towards the company's identity.

Election authorities have ordered a probe after Shiv Sena MLA Santosh Bangar was filmed interacting with a voter inside a Hingoli polling booth in Maharashtra during local body elections on December 2. The incident, captured on video, has raised concerns over Model Code of Conduct violations and voter privacy. Officials await a detailed report for further action.

The 10/10/10 rule is a decision making technique that involves asking ourselves three questions when stuck while making a decision. The questions are- How will I feel about this in 10 minutes? How will I feel in 10 months? How will I feel in 10 years? It helps shifting focus between immediate impact, medium-term consequences and long-term alignment.

Three unidentified motorcycle-borne youths fired on a Punjab Roadways bus, which was travelling from Ferozepur to Ganganagar on Tuesday. As per information, the bus started its journey from Ferozepur city at 5:10 pm and, when it crossed Karian Pehlawan village on the Ferozepur-Fazilka road, three motorcycle-borne assailants fired at the driver's side of the bus.

Across India, one in three kids under the age of five is underweight, and nearly half of pregnant women still deliver outside medical institutions. New evidence suggests that climate change may be exacerbating these health disparities even further. A new study on India’s health and climate vulnerabilities showed that kids and women in climate-vulnerable districts face higher health risks.

Regular intake of fish, seaweed, legumes and vegetables delivers balanced macro- and micronutrients that support cardiovascular, metabolic and neuronal health. As Dietitian Garima explained, such a dietary pattern rich in omega-3, fibre and antioxidants may reduce oxidative stress and chronic inflammation, contributing to slower ageing and improved longevity.

Hypertension is rising in India as sedentary routines, high-sodium diets and urban stress increase. With no clear symptoms, many remain unaware. As highlighted by Dr Mukesh Batra, regular BP checks and small lifestyle shifts, less salt, more movement, better stress control, can lower long-term vascular risks and support healthier cardiovascular control.

An increase in body temperature by just 1 degree Celsius can raise your basal metabolic rate by nearly 10-12.5%, making your body burn more calories to fuel immune responses. This rise in energy expenditure supports defence mechanisms-not weight loss. So, treat fever as healing work, not fat-burning, Dr Shikha Shiromani added.

An anti-inflammatory, nutrient-dense diet rich in selenium, omega-3s, antioxidants, fibre and lean protein may support immune balance and thyroid function in Hashimoto's thyroiditis, explained dietitian Garima. Avoiding processed foods, excess sugar and potential triggers like gluten may help reduce oxidative stress and antibody activity, she added.

Annual Recurring Revenue improves when companies use subscription bundles, loyalty programs, cross sell options and retention based incentives. Turning one time buyers into long term subscribers increases predictability and customer lifetime value. This approach stabilises revenue, limits churn and creates a consistent foundation for scaling without depending on irregular demand spikes.

Michaela Copeland faces trial for walking against an escalator's direction at Greenwich station, breaching TFL bylaws with a possible £1,000 fine. She pleaded not guilty at Bromley Magistrates' Court and her trial is set for April. The case spotlights obscure safety rules many commuters ignore.

A husband gave triple talaq to his wife after she didn't bring a bullet motorcycle as dowry in Maharashtra's Bhiwandi. A case has been registered against the husband and his family members under charges of dowry harassment, triple talaq and provisions of the Muslim Women (Protection of Rights on Marriage) Act. Her in-laws allegedly tortured her mentally and physically.

Rolls Royce-shaped vessel in Arabian Sea is drawing crowd at Maharashtra's Juhu beach. The watercraft, popularly dubbed "car in the sea", offers locals and tourists a luxury-themed marine experience that would otherwise require travel abroad. The boat seats five people and travels up to 1.8 nautical miles into the sea. It comes equipped with onboard music and plush interiors.

Charlie Kirk, who was assassinated in September, has the most-read Wikipedia page in 2025, surpassing that of Donald Trump and Pope Leo XIV. Wikipedia Foundation said that large number of users, 40% outside US, flocked to seek information on the conservative activist after his death. The top 20 includes personalities such as Zohran Mamdani, Elon Musk, and YouTuber MrBeast.