How smartphones may be sabotaging people's retirement plans?
Retirement planning is based on patience and financial discipline, but smartphone scrolling, which promotes immediate rewards (likes, reshares and comments), may be making it difficult for people to stay invested, FE reported. Dark patterns that trick users into purchasing items they don't often need induce overspending, which may harm savings. Subscriptions and upgrades may also hit savings.
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04:55 pm Saturday, 13 December, 2025
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Retirement planning is based on patience and financial discipline, but smartphone scrolling, which promotes immediate rewards (likes, reshares and comments), may be making it difficult for people to stay invested, FE reported. Dark patterns that trick users into purchasing items they don't often need induce overspending, which may harm savings. Subscriptions and upgrades may also hit savings.
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Bihar govt will open schools on Lalu Yadav's seized properties: Deputy CM Samrat
Bihar Deputy CM Samrat Choudhary said the seized properties of RJD chief Lalu Prasad Yadav will now be used for public welfare. He said government schools will be opened on these properties so that children can benefit directly, News18 Hindi reported. "Lalu...will also like it, and Bihar people will also like it," Choudhary was quoted as saying by Bhaskar English.
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04:55 pm Saturday, 13 December, 2025
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Bihar Deputy CM Samrat Choudhary said the seized properties of RJD chief Lalu Prasad Yadav will now be used for public welfare. He said government schools will be opened on these properties so that children can benefit directly, News18 Hindi reported. "Lalu...will also like it, and Bihar people will also like it," Choudhary was quoted as saying by Bhaskar English.
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So much money, emotions wasted; he left in 10 minutes: Messi fan after chaos at event
A fan of Lionel Messi said the star footballer left in 10 minutes after reaching venue of the event organised for him in Kolkata. Calling the event "terrible", the fan told ANI, "He didn't take a single kick or a single penalty...So much money, emotions, and time wasted." Fans vandalised the Salt Lake Stadium after Messi's hasty exit.
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04:52 pm Saturday, 13 December, 2025
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A fan of Lionel Messi said the star footballer left in 10 minutes after reaching venue of the event organised for him in Kolkata. Calling the event "terrible", the fan told ANI, "He didn't take a single kick or a single penalty...So much money, emotions, and time wasted." Fans vandalised the Salt Lake Stadium after Messi's hasty exit.
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04:52 pm Saturday, 13 December, 2025
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Tharoor congratulates BJP on local polls win in his constituency
Congress MP from Thiruvananthapuram Shashi Tharoor congratulated BJP after NDA emerged as the single-largest party in the Thiruvananthapuram Municipal Corporation election. Tharoor stated that the victory marks a notable shift in Thiruvananthapuram's political landscape, adding that "the people's verdict must be respected." The Congress MP added, "We'll continue to work for betterment of Kerala."
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04:51 pm Saturday, 13 December, 2025
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Congress MP from Thiruvananthapuram Shashi Tharoor congratulated BJP after NDA emerged as the single-largest party in the Thiruvananthapuram Municipal Corporation election. Tharoor stated that the victory marks a notable shift in Thiruvananthapuram's political landscape, adding that "the people's verdict must be respected." The Congress MP added, "We'll continue to work for betterment of Kerala."
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Guinness World Record for 'largest display of posters' set in Pune
A world record in the category of the 'largest display of posters' has been set in Pune, an adjudicator of Guinness World Records confirmed. The record was achieved at the Pune Book Festival 2025 at Fergusson College on December 12. A total of 1,678 posters featuring tribal vocabulary were displayed, surpassing the US's record of 1,365 posters set in February.
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05:14 pm Saturday, 13 December, 2025
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A world record in the category of the 'largest display of posters' has been set in Pune, an adjudicator of Guinness World Records confirmed. The record was achieved at the Pune Book Festival 2025 at Fergusson College on December 12. A total of 1,678 posters featuring tribal vocabulary were displayed, surpassing the US's record of 1,365 posters set in February.
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Authorities discovered Luthra brothers were in Phuket after they stepped out for meal: Report
Gaurav and Saurabh Luthra, soon to be deported to India in connection with the Goa nightclub fire that killed 25 people, stepped out of their hotel in Thailand for a meal. This short outing on December 9 led the authorities to discover that the brothers, for whom the police were searching in India, were in Phuket, NDTV said citing sources.
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05:07 pm Saturday, 13 December, 2025
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Gaurav and Saurabh Luthra, soon to be deported to India in connection with the Goa nightclub fire that killed 25 people, stepped out of their hotel in Thailand for a meal. This short outing on December 9 led the authorities to discover that the brothers, for whom the police were searching in India, were in Phuket, NDTV said citing sources.
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05:07 pm Saturday, 13 December, 2025
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When and where to watch Geminid meteor shower in India?
Geminid meteor shower is set to light up night sky and it's expected to peak on intervening night of December 13-14. As per Starscapes Zones, best time for viewing it in India is between midnight and 4 am on December 14. To view the meteor shower, one should try and find a place where city lights are not strong.
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05:07 pm Saturday, 13 December, 2025
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Geminid meteor shower is set to light up night sky and it's expected to peak on intervening night of December 13-14. As per Starscapes Zones, best time for viewing it in India is between midnight and 4 am on December 14. To view the meteor shower, one should try and find a place where city lights are not strong.
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05:07 pm Saturday, 13 December, 2025
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Luthra brothers' deportation delayed, it's pending approval: Thai authorities
The deportation of Luthra brothers, co-owners of the Goa club where fire killed 25 people, has been delayed, Thai authorities said. "[Deportation] process is pending approval from the Commander authority, and the date, time and flight details for their return haven't been confirmed yet," Immigration Bureau said. The brothers fled to Thailand even before the club's fire was put out.
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05:02 pm Saturday, 13 December, 2025
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The deportation of Luthra brothers, co-owners of the Goa club where fire killed 25 people, has been delayed, Thai authorities said. "[Deportation] process is pending approval from the Commander authority, and the date, time and flight details for their return haven't been confirmed yet," Immigration Bureau said. The brothers fled to Thailand even before the club's fire was put out.
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Ex-Indian Air Force official held for spying for Pakistan in Assam
A former Indian Air Force official has been arrested in Assam's Tezpur on charges of espionage for Pakistan. The police said that the accused, named Kulendra Sarma, had allegedly shared sensitive documents and information with Pakistani operatives over social media. Sarma, a former Junior Warrant Officer was posted at the Tezpur Air Force Station and retired from service in 2002.
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05:29 pm Saturday, 13 December, 2025
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A former Indian Air Force official has been arrested in Assam's Tezpur on charges of espionage for Pakistan. The police said that the accused, named Kulendra Sarma, had allegedly shared sensitive documents and information with Pakistani operatives over social media. Sarma, a former Junior Warrant Officer was posted at the Tezpur Air Force Station and retired from service in 2002.
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Actor Akhil Vishwanath dies by suicide aged 30
Malayalam actor Akhil Vishwanath, who starred in the 2019 Kerala State Film Award–winning film 'Chola', died by suicide on December 11 at the age of 30. He was found dead in his bedroom at his home. A report said he was working as mechanic at a mobile phone shop, but he had reportedly stopped going to work for some time.
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05:18 pm Saturday, 13 December, 2025
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Malayalam actor Akhil Vishwanath, who starred in the 2019 Kerala State Film Award–winning film 'Chola', died by suicide on December 11 at the age of 30. He was found dead in his bedroom at his home. A report said he was working as mechanic at a mobile phone shop, but he had reportedly stopped going to work for some time.
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05:18 pm Saturday, 13 December, 2025
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Govt issues advisory for Haj 2026 pilgrims
The central government has issued an advisory for pilgrims going to Haj in 2026 stating that they must complete all their booking formalities on or before January 15, 2026. The advisory also stated that the pilgrims must finalise the housing and service contracts before February 1, 2026. People must only book through authorised Haj Group Organisers (HGO), it added.
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05:15 pm Saturday, 13 December, 2025
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The central government has issued an advisory for pilgrims going to Haj in 2026 stating that they must complete all their booking formalities on or before January 15, 2026. The advisory also stated that the pilgrims must finalise the housing and service contracts before February 1, 2026. People must only book through authorised Haj Group Organisers (HGO), it added.
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What is the price of Lionel Messi's private jet and what facilities does it have?
Lionel Messi arrived in India on his Gulfstream V private jet, which he bought in 2018 for around $15 million (over ₹136 crore). It is an ultra-luxurious, ultra-long-range business jet capable of flying up to 6,500 nm. It has a top speed of Mach 0.885, a range of 7,480 miles and 14 leather seats that convert into seven lie-flat beds.
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05:31 pm Saturday, 13 December, 2025
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Lionel Messi arrived in India on his Gulfstream V private jet, which he bought in 2018 for around $15 million (over ₹136 crore). It is an ultra-luxurious, ultra-long-range business jet capable of flying up to 6,500 nm. It has a top speed of Mach 0.885, a range of 7,480 miles and 14 leather seats that convert into seven lie-flat beds.
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05:31 pm Saturday, 13 December, 2025
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How did Lionel Messi's event in Kolkata turn into chaos?
Argentine football legend Lionel Messi arrived at Salt Lake Stadium in Kolkata at around 11.30 am. He was supposed to stay for two hours. However, after a 20-minute lap, he was forced to leave early. Angry fans booed organisers and vandalised stadium. They complained they couldn't get Messi's glimpse due to politicians and officials surrounding Messi and asked for refund.
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05:30 pm Saturday, 13 December, 2025
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Argentine football legend Lionel Messi arrived at Salt Lake Stadium in Kolkata at around 11.30 am. He was supposed to stay for two hours. However, after a 20-minute lap, he was forced to leave early. Angry fans booed organisers and vandalised stadium. They complained they couldn't get Messi's glimpse due to politicians and officials surrounding Messi and asked for refund.
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05:30 pm Saturday, 13 December, 2025
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Delhi bans firecrackers at clubs for New Year parties after Goa nightclub fire
The Delhi government has imposed complete ban on firecrackers at clubs and restaurants during Christmas and New Year parties. The decision follows the deadly fire at the Birch by Romeo Lane nightclub in North Goa that killed 25 people. Officials said all licence holders have been strictly instructed to ensure their fire NOCs remain valid and safety norms are followed.
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05:30 pm Saturday, 13 December, 2025
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The Delhi government has imposed complete ban on firecrackers at clubs and restaurants during Christmas and New Year parties. The decision follows the deadly fire at the Birch by Romeo Lane nightclub in North Goa that killed 25 people. Officials said all licence holders have been strictly instructed to ensure their fire NOCs remain valid and safety norms are followed.
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K'taka SIT files chargesheet in Aland 'vote chori' case, names ex-BJP MLA
Karnataka Police SIT filed a chargesheet in the 'vote chori' case in which names of 5,994 voters in the Aland Assembly constituency were attempted to be deleted in 2022-23. Seven people were named, including former BJP MLA Subhash Guttedar, his son Harshanand, and personal secretary Tipperudra. A man from West Bengal has been named for providing an 'OTP bypass' service.
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05:51 pm Saturday, 13 December, 2025
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Karnataka Police SIT filed a chargesheet in the 'vote chori' case in which names of 5,994 voters in the Aland Assembly constituency were attempted to be deleted in 2022-23. Seven people were named, including former BJP MLA Subhash Guttedar, his son Harshanand, and personal secretary Tipperudra. A man from West Bengal has been named for providing an 'OTP bypass' service.
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'Pulp Fiction' actor Peter Greene, aged 60, found dead in his flat
Hollywood actor Peter Greene, best known for 'The Mask' and 'Pulp Fiction', was found dead at his Lower East Side apartment on December 12. A neighbour found Greene's body and said, "Peter was lying on the floor, facedown, with facial injury and blood everywhere." The cause of death is yet to be determined and no foul play suspected so far.
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05:46 pm Saturday, 13 December, 2025
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Hollywood actor Peter Greene, best known for 'The Mask' and 'Pulp Fiction', was found dead at his Lower East Side apartment on December 12. A neighbour found Greene's body and said, "Peter was lying on the floor, facedown, with facial injury and blood everywhere." The cause of death is yet to be determined and no foul play suspected so far.
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Video captures aftermath after fans vandalise Kolkata stadium post Messi event
A video has surfaced online showing the aftermath of vandalism at a Kolkata stadium after fans reacted to Argentine football legend Lionel Messi’s early exit from an event on Saturday. Bottles, chairs and other objects can be seen thrown inside the stadium. Reports suggest fans were upset as they did not get a chance to meet the footballer.
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News By: Girish Kumar Anshul
06:13 pm Saturday, 13 December, 2025
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A video has surfaced online showing the aftermath of vandalism at a Kolkata stadium after fans reacted to Argentine football legend Lionel Messi’s early exit from an event on Saturday. Bottles, chairs and other objects can be seen thrown inside the stadium. Reports suggest fans were upset as they did not get a chance to meet the footballer.
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Messi was unhappy, said 'I am only walking, what is happening': Ex-India footballer on event
Former India footballer Lalkamal Bhowmick claimed that Argentine football legend Lionel Messi was unhappy with poor management during the Kolkata event. "I heard Messi telling his team, 'Since I came inside, I am only walking this side and that side. What is happening?'" Bhowmick added. Chaos erupted at the event after Messi left the ground early.
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06:08 pm Saturday, 13 December, 2025
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Former India footballer Lalkamal Bhowmick claimed that Argentine football legend Lionel Messi was unhappy with poor management during the Kolkata event. "I heard Messi telling his team, 'Since I came inside, I am only walking this side and that side. What is happening?'" Bhowmick added. Chaos erupted at the event after Messi left the ground early.
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06:08 pm Saturday, 13 December, 2025
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India opposes Mexico's 50% tariffs on exports: Report
The Centre has objected to Mexico announcing up to 50% tariffs on Indian exports, saying it might take "appropriate measures" to protect exporters, Republic reported. The Centre has reportedly also said it'll continue diplomatic efforts to reverse the move, which it said is not in synchronisation with "spirit of cooperative economic engagement". Mexico's tariffs will likely hit 1,400 products.
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The Centre has objected to Mexico announcing up to 50% tariffs on Indian exports, saying it might take "appropriate measures" to protect exporters, Republic reported. The Centre has reportedly also said it'll continue diplomatic efforts to reverse the move, which it said is not in synchronisation with "spirit of cooperative economic engagement". Mexico's tariffs will likely hit 1,400 products.
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Congress-led UDF sweeps local body polls in Kerala
The Congress-led United Democratic Front (UDF) has swept the local body elections in Kerala, including winning four municipal corporations. CPI (M)-led Left Democratic Front (LDF) secured victory in one municipal corporation. BJP-led NDA alliance emerged as the single-largest party in the Thiruvananthapuram Municipal Corporation election, clinching the seat from LDF after 45 years.
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06:02 pm Saturday, 13 December, 2025
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The Congress-led United Democratic Front (UDF) has swept the local body elections in Kerala, including winning four municipal corporations. CPI (M)-led Left Democratic Front (LDF) secured victory in one municipal corporation. BJP-led NDA alliance emerged as the single-largest party in the Thiruvananthapuram Municipal Corporation election, clinching the seat from LDF after 45 years.
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