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'We have toppled a political dynasty': Mamdani after victory over Trump-backed Cuomo

Zohran Mamdani has been elected New York City’s first Muslim mayor, defeating Andrew Cuomo and Curtis Sliwa in a record-turnout contest.

In Graphics | 7.42 crore voters, 90,712 polling stations, 243 constituencies: The big numbers in Bihar elections

The battle for Bihar begins tomorrow (November 6). Of the 243 constituencies, 121 will be heading to the polls in the first phase. From voters to polling stations, here is the Bihar story in numbers

India vs Australia 4th T20 LIVE streaming: Men In Blue eye series lead at Carrara Oval in Queensland

India vs Australia 4th T20 LIVE streaming: The fourth match of the ongoing T20I series between India and Australia will be played at the Carrara Oval in Queensland

Who is Cory Bowman, JD Vance’s half-brother, who lost the Cincinnati mayor race?

Cincinnati Mayor Aftab Pureval won reelection in a closely watched race against challenger Cory Bowman, the half-brother of US Vice President JD Vance. Bowman, a pastor and small business owner, campaigned on concerns about crime and community leadership while downplaying any political guidance from his brother

Happy Birthday Virat Kohli: Records that cement batting icon's GOAT status; Yuvraj, Raina and others send wishes

On the occasion of Virat Kohli's 37th birthday, we take a look at some of the records that make the former India and Royal Challengers Bengaluru captain one of the greatest cricketers of all time, as well as some of the birthday wishes pouring in on social media.

EU Ministers struggle to reach consensus over emissions targets ahead of COP30

As COP30 approaches, EU nations remain divided over 2035 and 2040 emission targets, struggling to balance climate ambition with economic concerns, leaving Europe’s leadership on climate action hanging in the balance.

Pritam reacts to Zohran Mamdani celebration as New York’s first Muslim Mayor win with ‘Dhoom Machale’: ‘Never expected song to play at a...’

"Dhoom Machale..." The exuberant, celebratory track from the 2004 blockbuster "Dhoom" rounded off Zohran Mamdani's victory speech, more evidence that New York's newly elected mayor embraces his many identities with a light as souffle touch.

Funeral attack in Sudan’s El-Obeid kills 40 amid rising regional tensions

An attack on a funeral in El-Obeid, central Sudan, left 40 people dead as tensions escalate between paramilitary Rapid Support Forces and army troops, the UN said.

Japan launches operation to tackle deadly bear attacks

Japan deploys troops after deadly bear attacks killed 12 people, launching an operation to trap the animals and protect residents as fear grips rural communities.

Why US election results are a warning signal for Donald Trump

From Zohran Mamdani's win for the new mayor of New York to Abigail Spanberger and Mikie Sherrill as governors of Virginia and New Jersey, respectively, voters unanimously gave US President Donald Trump’s second term a thumbs-down. Let’s take a closer look at why the election results give the US president little to cheer

NYC Mayor Election 2025 Live Updates: Zohran Mamdani secures 50.4% votes to win NYC mayoral race

NYC Mayoral Polls 2025 LIVE: New York went to the polls in its first major election since Donald Trump’s return to the White House, as Democrat Zohran Mamdani defeated Andrew Cuomo in a high-stakes mayoral race marked by record voter turnout.

Morkel explains why Arshdeep is not playing T20Is regularly for India: ‘There is also a bigger picture’

Indian bowling coach Morne Morkel has finally addressed the regular absence of pacer Arshdeep Singh from the T20I team despite the 26-year-old being India’s highest-wicket taker in the format.

How China’s expanding nuclear arsenal may fuel arms race in Indo-Pacific 

China’s growing nuclear programme has significant implications for global security and the balance of power

It’s Obama’s victory over Trump too. Will it be Trump vs Obama in 2028?

With former US President Barack Obama's support, the Democrats have won all four key elections. As President Donald Trump has got his first electoral setback, has this set the stage for an Obama-Trump contest in 2029 if third terms are allowed?

When 14-year-old Zohran Mamdani helped mom Mira Nair pick 'The Namesake' over 'Harry Potter 4' for direction: 'Many good directors can make Harry Potter but...'

While Nair is known for making memorable films like Salaam Bombay, Monsoon Wedding and The Reluctant Fundamentalist, among others, while making The Namesake, she was offered Harry Potter, and the filmmaker turned down after Zohran Mamdani's opinion.

Democracy, drugs or oil: Trump’s plot to overthrow Maduro

In an Iraq-like strategy, Donald Trump wants to destabilise Venezuela for oil while dismissing reports and intel contradicting his allegations.

China delays astronauts’ homecoming over fears of return ship-debris collision

The development comes after China sent three more astronauts to space last week. Astronauts Zhang Hongzhang and Wu Fei set on their maiden voyage to space last Friday, accompanied by four mice

Zohran Mamdani vs Donald Trump: How will New York City be governed now?

At 34, Zohran Mamdani, as New York City’s next mayor, brings a platform centred on affordability and public welfare in direct contrast with US President Donald Trump, setting the stage for a potentially confrontational dynamic between City Hall and the White House

Hong Kong freezes $354 million in assets linked to Cambodian tycoon accused of running forced labour camps

Authorities in Hong Kong have frozen assets worth $354 million tied to Cambodian businessman Chen Zhi’s Prince Holding Group, after US prosecutors accused him of operating forced labour compounds and running one of Asia’s largest transnational criminal networks.

Viswanathan Anand criticises Vladimir Kramnik's anti-cheating crusade: ‘Most of us are quite disappointed’

Viswanathan Anand has finally spoken against Vladimir Kramnik and his anti-cheating crusade after keeping mum and facing criticism for the same.

Cargo plane crashes in Kentucky, killing 7. Here is what went wrong

A cargo plane, operated by the American delivery company UPS, crashed during takeoff at Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport in Kentucky on Tuesday evening. At least seven people died and 11 others were injured as the McDonnell Douglas MD-11 aircraft ran off the runway and burst into flames. The burning plane also sparked ‘secondary explosions’ at a petroleum recycling facility near the airport

Zohran Mamdani becomes New York City Mayor: Zoya Akhtar, Hansal Mehta congratulate Mira Nair: 'Hope in dark times…'

Filmmakers Zoya Akhtar and Hansal Mehta on Wednesday congratulated director Mira Nair after son Zohran Mamdani was elected as the mayor of New York City.

Not just Zohran, another Indian-origin Muslim also made history in Virginia today. Who is Ghazala Hashmi?

Ghazala Hashmi has just made history in the American state of Virginia. The Democrat becomes the first-ever Indian-origin Muslim woman to be elected Lieutenant Governor in the US. She has vowed to focus on reproductive rights, gun control, and to fight bigotry

'Haq' Movie Review: Yami Gautam, Emraan Hashmi’s brilliant performances in a nail-biting takedown of patriarchy

'Haq' Movie Review: Yami Gautam and Emraan Hashmi powerful performances in the immersive courtroom drama on Shazia Bano will keep you glued to the screen. It is engaging, immersive and hugely relevant.

‘Clear wave of NDA in Bihar’ says Rajnath Singh ahead of Bihar Assembly polls

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said that there is clear sign of NDA winning in the Bihar Assembly elections. He claimed that NDA never creates discrimination among people on the basis of caste, creed and religion.

Zohran Mamdani’s NYC win and the India connection: A Nehru quote, Bollywood song

Zohran Mamdani made history by becoming New York City’s first Indian-origin Muslim mayor. After clinching victory, the 34-year-old addressed his supporters with a speech inspired by Jawaharlal Nehru’s iconic 'Tryst with Destiny'. After Mamdani's speech came a Bollywood twist, as the song 'Dhoom Machale' began to play. His filmmaker mother, Mira Nair, was present during the celebrations

Ruben Amorim earns Ronaldo’s approval for work done at Manchester United: ‘He's doing his best’

While praising Ruben Amorim for his efforts at Manchester United, Cristiano Ronaldo called out the club’s management and some of the players, blaming them for the team’s prolonged poor form.

Will Elon Musk be world's first trillionaire? Depends on what Tesla shareholders decide tomorrow

Tesla board warns Elon Musk could quit if shareholders reject his massive $1 trillion pay package, which would boost his stake to 25 per cent and may award Musk about $1 trillion in shares. 

Dick Cheney: Marred by Enron links, silent champion of the India-US civilian nuclear deal

While his reputation suffered from allegations of favouritism toward Enron’s troubled India venture, Cheney later emerged as a key architect of the strategic nuclear partnership that strengthened Washington’s ties with New Delhi

EXCLUSIVE | Sonu Nigam on Zubeen Garg: ‘I was very fond of his voice, especially when I heard Mere Vatan from Fiza’

In an EXCLUSIVE interview with Firstpost’s Lachmi Deb Roy, singer Sonu Nigam talks about his journey in the entertainment industry, about Zubeen Garg and more.