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Hair loss and slow hair growth affect millions worldwide, prompting many to turn to natural remedies. Among the most popular treatments are onion juice, rice water, caffeine, and rosemary oil. But which of these actually support hair growth?
Onion juice has long been touted for its high sulphur content, which is believed to support collagen production and strengthen hair strands. Some studies suggest that applying onion juice to the scalp may improve hair density in certain types of hair loss, particularly patchy alopecia.
Delhi increases its districts from 11 to 13 to streamline governance. The reorganization aligns revenue districts with municipal zones, ensuring efficient administration, better public services, and improved resource management across the national capital.
India and the US are intensifying trade deal talks as leaders review strategic partnerships. Key sectors like agriculture, energy, and defense are discussed, with India urging the US to finalize the FTA promptly for mutual economic growth.
Actor Abhishek Bachchan has strongly dismissed persistent rumours about his marriage with Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, calling the speculation “manufactured rubbish” and entirely baseless. The actor addressed the chatter in a recent interview, marking one of his clearest responses to years of social-media-fuelled gossip.
A quirky street food stall has captured the imagination of social media users after a signboard declaring “Boys Not Allowed” went viral. The video, shared on X, shows the pani puri stall surrounded entirely by girls, sparking amusement, debate, and widespread attention online.
The video captures a lively scene with girls laughing, enjoying their favourite snack, and playfully teasing the stall owner. Two girls in the clip joke, “Uncle, hamari safety ke liye kitna soch rahe hain. Sunlo ladko, bahut bhedbhaav ho raha hai tumhare saath,” adding a humorous note that further fueled the clip’s viral potential. Notably, no boys are present in the frame, highlighting the signboard’s bold approach.
The Rohini Court in Delhi has concluded the hearing and delivered its verdict on the anticipatory bail plea of Gaurav and Saurabh Luthra, accused in the 'Birch by Romeo Lane' fire incident in Goa. The court rejected the anticipatory bail application.
The case is related to an FIR filed after a fire broke out in a restaurant in Goa, in which the Luthra brothers are accused of negligence. Both sides presented their arguments in court. The police stated that the Luthra brothers did not cooperate with the investigation, while the defense sought a stay on their arrest, arguing that the case was one of negligence, not murder. After hearing the defense's arguments, the court rejected the bail application.
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee strongly condemned the assault on two non-vegetarian food vendors during a Bhagavad Gita recital event in Kolkata, accusing the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) of fostering a culture of intimidation and communal division.
Addressing a public gathering in Krishnanagar, she declared, “This is West Bengal, not Uttar Pradesh,” and promised strict action against the perpetrators.
In the high-profile Ramgopal Mishra murder case, a Bahraich court sentenced ten accused, awarding death to main culprit Sarfaraz and life imprisonment to nine others, while three were acquitted. All convicted were fined one lakh rupees each.
Bangladesh is set to hold its next national elections on February 12, 2026, marking the first vote since the ouster of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina. The announcement was made Thursday by Chief Election Commissioner AMM Nasir Uddin during a televised address to the nation.
Sheikh Hasina, who had returned to power in January 2024 for a controversial fourth term, fled to India on August 5, 2024, following massive protests and weeks of violent unrest that left hundreds dead and thousands injured. The protests were triggered by accusations of widespread electoral fraud and governance failures during her tenure.
A major accident occurred near the India-China border in Arunachal Pradesh, where a truck fell into a deep ravine. So far, 18 laborers are feared dead. Police and rescue teams have arrived at the scene and are engaged in relief work.
The cause of the accident is being investigated. The accident occurred on the Saglagam Road, about 47 kilometers from Hayuliang, in the Lailang hamlet between Mitungna and Mailang hamlets in Hayuliang, Anjaw district, Arunachal Pradesh. The truck reportedly fell approximately 1,000 feet into the ravine. One seriously injured person has been shifted to Dibrugarh. According to reports, the accident occurred on Monday, but information about it was received late.
A police constable in Pilibhit district has filed a complaint alleging she was sexually assaulted by her brother-in-law and repeatedly harassed by her husband and in-laws over dowry demands. The complaint, lodged on October 5, 2025, has prompted multiple police cases under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) and the Dowry Prohibition Act.
A major development emerged on Thursday amidst the Special Intensive Review (SIR) being conducted by the Election Commission in 12 states and Union Territories across the country. The Election Commission, a short while ago on Thursday afternoon, extended the SIR period by one week in six states, including Uttar Pradesh. In Uttar Pradesh, names can be updated in the voter list until December 31st.
Besides Uttar Pradesh, the SIR period has also been extended in Madhya Pradesh, Gujarat, Tamil Nadu, Chhattisgarh, and Andaman and Nicobar Islands. The final dates for the SIR vary in each state.
The Election Commission extended the SIR date due to pending work related to the voter list, including the addition of voters' names.
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Thursday issued a stern warning over the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, saying she will sit on a dharna if even a single eligible voter’s name is struck off.
Addressing a public rally in Krishnanagar, she alleged that the SIR exercise is being used as a political tool to benefit the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) ahead of the 2026 assembly elections.
There are some schools that go beyond academics and shape personalities, nurturing students with such values that they become key Changemakers like 50th CJI Dr DY Chandrachud, Ratan Tata, Homi J Bhabha, and Karisma Kapoor.
And one such School is Cathedral and John Connon School in Mumbai which is considered to be one of the best Schools in the country. This 165-year-old Institution was founded in 1860 and since then it is known for its educational power.
For many years, the Cathedral and John Connon School has been cultivating exemplary minds, nurturing exceptional talent, and preparing the leaders of tomorrow. Over the years, the School has earned such a reputation that parents trust it, students revere it.
The Institution is luxuriously spread over with six buildings consisting various sections.
The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has filed a chargesheet against 13 individuals in a major “Digital Arrest” cyber fraud case, part of its ongoing Operation Chakra-V targeting organised transnational cybercrime. The case, registered suo motu, investigates ten significant incidents of Digital Arrest scams reported across India amid a surge in such offences.
A cold wave coupled with extreme fog is sweeping across northern and eastern India, prompting the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) to issue alerts for multiple states. Residents and commuters have been advised to exercise caution as visibility drops during morning hours and temperatures continue to plunge.
The IMD has forecast very dense fog in north-eastern Uttar Pradesh and dense fog in Assam, Meghalaya, Himachal Pradesh, Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram, Tripura, Odisha, and Uttarakhand on the night of December 11 and the following morning.
The Varanasi Police have intensified their crackdown on a large-scale cough syrup smuggling racket, announcing Rs 25,000 cash rewards for information leading to the arrest of alleged kingpin Shubham Jaiswal and his associate Mahesh, the husband of the village head in Bhadvar.
This marks the first reward declaration by the Police Commissionerate in connection with the case. The move follows the seizure of 500 cartons of cough syrup from a warehouse beneath a gym in Bhadvar on November 28.
Mexico has approved sweeping new tariffs on more than 1,400 products from countries without a free-trade agreement, marking one of its most significant protectionist moves in recent decades.
The decision passed by the Senate with 76 votes in favour, five against and 35 abstentions affects major Asian exporters including China, India, South Korea, Thailand and Indonesia.
The new regime, reported by Reuters, introduces duties as high as 50%, though most items will fall under a 35% bracket. The tariffs apply to a broad swath of industrial inputs and consumer goods, from automobiles and components to textiles, apparel, plastics, metals and footwear. They will begin rolling out in 2025 and expand through 2026.
With over 100 cancellations so far even on Thursday hitting mainly Bengaluru and Chennai, the IndiGo crisis has entered its tenth day, though Airlines claiming that the operations are stabilising. Over 220 flights were cancelled on Wednesday also.
In the meantime, Indigo Chairman Vikram Singh Mehta has claimed that some allegations, including ones suggesting that “Indigo engineered the crisis” and “tried to influence government rules” were false. Vikram Mehta took to social media X and wrote, “That we compromised safety. That the Board was not involved. These claims are incorrect.”
Both the brothers, Saurabh and Gaurav Luthra, owners of the Birch by Romeo Lane nightclub in Goa, have been taken into custody by Police in Thailand. The preparations for their extradition to India have been intensified. After the incident, the two brothers fled from Delhi to Phuket, Thailand.
Earlier, the police had suspended the passports of the Luthra brothers. The fire at the 'Birch by Romeo Lane' nightclub in Goa had claimed the lives of 25 people, including 20 staff members and 5 tourists.
Japan has been shaken by another significant earthquake, registering a magnitude of 6.5 (5.9 on the Japanese scale), marking the third consecutive day of seismic activity in the country. Authorities have confirmed that there is no tsunami threat following the latest tremor.
Wednesday’s earthquake was primarily felt in eastern Aomori and Hokkaido prefectures. The tremor originated at a depth of 30 kilometers, causing noticeable shaking in buildings but significantly less severe than Monday’s massive 7.6 magnitude quake.
The Election Commission of India (ECI) has commenced the second phase of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, covering 12 states and Union Territories. The exercise aims to ensure that only eligible citizens are included in the voter list, while identifying and removing entries of foreign illegal migrants.
The current phase includes Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Chhattisgarh, Goa, Gujarat, Kerala, Lakshadweep, Madhya Pradesh, Puducherry, Rajasthan, Tamil Nadu, Uttar Pradesh, and West Bengal.
In a significant move aimed at increasing transparency and accountability in traffic enforcement, the Maharashtra government announced that only traffic police personnel equipped with body-worn cameras (BWCs) will be authorised to issue challans for traffic violations.
Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis revealed the plan during a legislative council session on Wednesday, stating that the rollout will begin in major cities and expand across the state in phases.
While most of us associate desk jobs with back pain, eye strain or a little weight gain emerging evidence suggests that prolonged sitting at work might quietly boost the risk of a far graver disease: Pancreatic cancer.
For decades, scientists have warned against “sitting too much.” Sedentary behaviour has been linked to obesity, diabetes, heart disease — and, increasingly, certain cancers. While the bulk of research historically centred on cancers like colon or endometrial cancer, new studies now point toward a worrying association with pancreatic cancer too.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah and Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi engaged in a heated exchange in the Lok Sabha on Wednesday during a debate on electoral reforms.
The confrontation began when Gandhi interrupted Shah’s address, challenging the Home Minister to discuss his press conferences alleging electoral irregularities. Gandhi insisted on a debate centred on his claims of “vote chori,” escalating tensions in the house.
The union government is taking steps to strengthen support for journalists, offering improved healthcare access and financial assistance for those facing hardship.
Under the Central Government Health Scheme (CGHS), PIB-accredited journalists and their families can now receive treatment at government and empanelled private hospitals, ensuring both coverage and affordability.
A hearing was held on Tuesday in the ongoing dispute regarding the traditional lamp lighting ceremony on the hill during the Karthigai Deepam festival at the famous Thirupparankundram Murugan Temple in Madurai.
Another major scam has come to light at the Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD). Massive irregularities have been uncovered in the supply of silk dupattas to the temple administration between 2015 and 2025. An investigation by the vigilance department revealed that polyester dupattas were supplied under the guise of 'silk,' and crores of rupees were charged for them. The amount involved in this scam is estimated to be over Rs 54 crore.
In a major operation against cough syrup smuggling under the NDPS Act, the Special Investigation Team (SIT) raided a warehouse in Sujabad, under the Ramnagar police station area. During the raid, police recovered approximately 30,000 bottles of banned cough syrup, with an estimated market value of around Rs 60 lakh.
Indian cricket star Smriti Mandhana made her first public appearance this week following the confirmation that her wedding to singer Palash Muchhal had been called off. The 25-year-old was spotted at the airport on Wednesday afternoon, marking the first time fans glimpsed her in public since the announcement.
Former MP and senior RJD leader Vijay Krishna resigned from the party days after its defeat in the Bihar Assembly Elections 2025. Citing withdrawal from active politics, his exit marks a major setback for RJD and reshapes political dynamics in Bihar.
A CBI court in Ahmedabad sentenced three individuals to three years in prison for cheating ONGC of ₹67 lakh through a fake goods dispatch scam. The conviction follows a detailed CBI investigation and highlights strict action against corporate fraud.
The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) on Wednesday launched an urgent nationwide review of airport operations following severe disruptions in IndiGo flights over the past several days. Large-scale delays and cancellations have left passengers stranded, prompting the aviation regulator to order on-site inspections at 11 major airports.
A Special CBI Court in Lucknow has convicted and sentenced Vijay Kumar Dwivedi, former Office Assistant at the University Institute of Engineering & Technology (UIET), Babasaheb Bhim Rao Ambedkar University (BBAU), to four years’ imprisonment and imposed a fine of Rs 30,000 in a bribery case.
Bribe Demand to Extend Contractual Tenure
The case originated from a complaint filed on 2 June, 2017, by a Contractual Assistant Professor at UIET, BBAU. The complainant alleged that Dwivedi had demanded an undue advantage of Rs 50,000 in exchange for extending his contractual appointment through the Director of UIET.
In a joint operation by the SIT and Rohania police, illegal cough syrup worth approximately Rs 60 lakh was recovered from Sujabad (Ramnagar) on Tuesday evening. The police seized the consignment from a warehouse located behind an e-rickshaw charging station belonging to Manoj Yadav, a resident of Godaulia, which is reportedly linked to Shubham Jaiswal. The e-rickshaw charging station was built in front to conceal the warehouse where the cough syrup was stored.
Rohania police station in-charge Raju Singh said that a large consignment worth Rs 2 crore was seized in Bhadwar on November 19. That consignment was ordered from RS Pharma, a firm belonging to Saurabh Tyagi of Ghaziabad. Rohania police were keeping a close watch on the transporter of Saurabh Tyagi's firm. On Tuesday, the police received information that a truck carrying the consignment had left Ghaziabad on December 1 and reached Sujabad on 2 December.
When the police force reached the spot, they found a warehouse behind the e-rickshaw charging station. Upon receiving the information, DCP Crime Saravanan T., ACP Kotwali Shubham Singh, along with their force, arrived at the scene.
A team from the Drug Department also joined the investigation. During the search, 30,000 bottles of cough syrup were recovered in 173 boxes. The DCP said that the value of the consignment is Rs 60 lakh.
In a joint operation by the SIT and Rohania police, illegal cough syrup worth approximately Rs 60 lakh was recovered from Sujabad (Ramnagar) on Tuesday evening. The police seized the consignment from a warehouse located behind an e-rickshaw charging station belonging to Manoj Yadav, a resident of Godaulia, which is reportedly linked to Shubham Jaiswal. The e-rickshaw charging station was built in front to conceal the warehouse where the cough syrup was stored.
Rohania police station in-charge Raju Singh said that a large consignment worth Rs 2 crore was seized in Bhadwar on November 19. That consignment was ordered from RS Pharma, a firm belonging to Saurabh Tyagi of Ghaziabad. Rohania police were keeping a close watch on the transporter of Saurabh Tyagi's firm. On Tuesday, the police received information that a truck carrying the consignment had left Ghaziabad on December 1 and reached Sujabad on 2 December.
Goa Police have taken co-owner Ajay Gupta into custody from New Delhi in connection with the Goa nightclub fire. A lookout notice had been issued against him. Ajay Gupta's first statement after his arrest has emerged. Gupta said, "I am just a partner. I don't know anything."
A massive fire at the Birk nightclub on Romeo Lane in Goa claimed the lives of 25 people. Ajay Gupta, a co-owner of the nightclub, has placed all the blame for the negligence on the club owners, Saurabh Luthra and Gaurav Luthra. The Luthra brothers fled India for Thailand within hours of the fire.
Severe cold has gripped several states, including Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, and Bihar. Snowfall is occurring in the hilly states of Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, and Jammu and Kashmir. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a warning stating that a cold wave is likely to continue in central-eastern and northern peninsular India from December 10 to 12.
Furthermore, the cold is expected to intensify in the northwestern regions bordering western India from December 10, with the effect lasting until December 12.
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