The 30-share BSE index Sensex plunged by 609.68 points to close at 85,102.69. The 50-share NSE index Nifty declined by 225.90 points to settle at 25,960.55. File. | Photo Credit: Getty Images Equity benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty fell sharply in early trade on Tuesday (December 9, 2025) in line with weak global cues, continuous foreign…
A new experimental weight loss pill is giving hope to scientists that people may soon burn fat without losing precious muscle or fighting constant loss of appetite. Early human trials of the medication suggest it may offer an alternative to the current injectable medications that generally come with muscle loss and gut side effects. Double-edged…
This daily horoscope series blends Lal Kitab’s astrological wisdom with personalized guidance for each zodiac sign. It focuses on planetary influences, karmic patterns, and simple, symbolic remedies. With grounded language and cultural depth, each entry helps you align your energy, thoughts, and actions for emotional and spiritual balance. Aries Lal Kitab Horoscope Today, 9 December…
NEW DELHI: PM Narendra Modi Monday accused Congress of betraying ‘Vande Mataram’ and bowing to pressure from Mohammed Ali Jinnah to “divide” it despite Mahatma Gandhi’s praise that the patriotic song had become like a national anthem, saying the party meted out the “grave injustice” due to its appeasement politics.Initiating a discussion in Lok Sabha…
H3N2 is a subtype of influenza A virus and powers many seasonal flu epidemics, infecting 10-20% of people worldwide each year. According to CDC surveillance, it made its first jump to humans in 1968 through antigenic shift with avian strains. It now causes up to 50% of flu hospitalizations in severe seasons, striking hardest at…
Equity benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty nosedived on Monday (December 8, 2025) after two consecutive days of gains, as investors rushed to take profits amid the unabated selling of stocks by foreign investors. Analysts said investors turned defensive ahead of this week’s U.S. Federal Reserve policy decision, which further weakened the sentiment. The 30-share BSE…
Two Afghan asylum seekers who arrived in Britain on small boats have been jailed for raping a 15-year-old girl in Leamington Spa after dragging her into a dark park.Jan Jahanzeb and Israr Niazal, both 17, lured the teenager away from her friends on May 10 before forcing her to perform oral sex in a secluded…
Today offers a soft beginning. You may be tempted to judge yourself for past mistakes or delays, but the universe gently reminds you that there is no perfect path. What matters is that you’re still willing to begin again. Let go of the pressure to be exact, efficient or always ahead. This is a day…
Hiccups are sudden, involuntary contractions of the diaphragm, the muscle that separates the chest from the abdomen and plays a key role in breathing. These contractions cause the vocal cords to close abruptly, producing the characteristic “hic” sound. Most hiccups are harmless and temporary, often triggered by overeating, consuming carbonated drinks, sudden temperature changes, or…
Image used for representational purposes. | Photo Credit: Getty Images/iStockphoto The value of cryptocurrency transactions in India exceeded ₹51,000 crore in 2024-25, according to an analysis of data shared with Parliament, representing a 41% increase over the previous year. The data, shared by the Ministry of Finance in reply to a question in the Rajya…
