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Mark Cuban's recent comments about women supporting former president of the United States Donald Trump have created a storm online. The billionaire, who appeared on ABC's The View on Thursday, stated Trump is “never” surrounded by any “strong, intelligent women. Ever.” These comments enraged the MAGA supporters and bought Grand Old Party (GOP) women to the forefront and sparked widespread fury resulting in Cuban retracting his words.

Indian carmakers reported a surge in sports utility vehicle sales to dealers in the festive month of October, company data showed on Friday, while the small-car segment stayed sluggish, highlighting customers' increasing preference for larger, premium cars. Maruti Suzuki, India's No. 1 carmaker in terms of market share, posted a 19.4% rise in SUV sales to hit a record high, while No. 2 SUV-maker Mahindra and Mahindra posted its highest monthly sales in the current fiscal year, a 25% rise.

Collins Dictionary’s Word of the Year, AFP reported. Originally used to describe a misbehaving child, «brat» now signifies a “confident, independent, and hedonistic attitude,” according to Collins. This shift in meaning follows the success of Charli XCX's hit sixth album, Brat, which has inspired a cultural movement. “Inspired by the Charli XCX album, ‘brat’ has become one of the most talked about words of 2024,” noted Collins, calling it more than just a chart-topping album but a “cultural phenomenon” that has connected with fans globally. The phrase “brat summer” emerged from the album’s release, encapsulating a lifestyle of freedom and indulgence. Charli XCX, born Charlotte Emma Aitchison, describes the archetypal “brat girl” as someone “who is a little messy and likes to party and maybe says some dumb things sometimes, who feels herself, but then also maybe has a breakdown, but kind of parties through it.”

JSW MG Motor India on Friday reported a 31 per cent year-on-year rise in wholesales at 7,045 units in October 2024. New energy vehicles (NEVs) remain a significant part of its overall sales, contributing over 70 per cent to the total volume in October, JSW MG Motor India said in a statement.

Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris are locked in a fierce battle as the US will vote on November 5, set to be one of the most important economic and political events in recent history. These elections are a pivotal moment in US history which could have massive implications for how the country is governed and for the future of the post-war order that Washington has helped build. The biggest question now remains- Will Kamala Harris become the first woman President of the United States or would Trump win? What if Trump becomes the President once again after US election results next month? ALSO READ: US election result date: Donald Trump or Kamala Harris? When will we know the winner?

Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. WHEN THE Bank for International Settlements (BIS) launched mBridge in 2021, a project aimed at revolutionising cross-border payments, it did so with much fanfare and, among some people, high expectations. The new system, which it was developing with China and others, would harness the power of digital currencies and the trustworthiness of central banks to make international financial flows faster, simpler and cheaper, it said.

Kunal Kamra’s criticism of Ola Electric’s customer service has turned into an ongoing and highly publicized exchange with Ola CEO Bhavish Aggarwal, bringing significant attention to the company’s handling of after-sales support. Kamra’s complaints, initially shared on social media, pointed to the company’s high volume of unresolved service issues, reportedly reaching 80,000 complaints monthly. As Kamra continues to press for transparency, he has repeatedly taken aim at Aggarwal for allegedly ignoring Ola customers’ concerns.

Blinkit, Zepto, and Swiggy Instamart, which now include gold and silver coins among their offerings. Promising delivery “within minutes,” these platforms appeal to customers seeking last-minute purchases. However, as Delhi-based customer Mohit Jain discovered, the rapid delivery process may not always ensure order accuracy.

In the controversial case against Sean 'Diddy' Combs, a new witness came forward claiming she had the information and the evidence to support the accusations against the disgraced rapper. Attorney Ariel Mitchell told CNN that one of her clients was summoned to testify in front of the grand jury on Thursday. ALSO READ: Sean Diddy's shocking video: When the US rapper invited the 12-year-old actress Daveigh Chase to MTV afterparty

Taliban has enacted yet another law further oppressing the freedoms of women and girls, this time issuing a decree that prohibits them from praying aloud or reciting the Qur’an in each other’s presence.The move comes after a series of so-called “virtue” or “morality” laws were implemented in Afghanistan in August, laid out in a 114-page document that covered vast aspects of everyday public life.Among the new laws announced in August were directives making it mandatory for women to veil their entire bodies, including their faces, at all times in public. Women were also forbidden from singing, reciting and reading aloud in public, as a woman’s voice is deemed “intimate” and should not be heard.Women are already excluded from education after sixth grade, many public spaces and most jobs.

Delhi Fire Service (DFS) received over 300 calls reporting fire-related incidents on Diwali, though no life-threatening cases were reported, an official said on Friday. Speaking to ANI, Delhi Fire Services Director Atul Garg said that between midnight and 6 am, approximately 158 fire-related incidents cases were reported. «There were no major calls but we received many. From 5 pm yesterday until midnight, around 192 calls were logged, and between midnight till 6 am around 158 more were reported. From 5 PM to 5 AM, in just 12 hours the 300 mark was crossed,» Atul Garg said.

In a recent move to tighten regulations in the mutual fund industry, the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) has issued a consultation paper proposing stricter guidelines for deploying funds collected through new fund offers (NFOs) by asset management companies (AMCs). 

Global stocks slid Thursday as investors fretted over results from tech giants and remained risk-averse ahead of a coin-toss US election. Data showing the US Federal Reserve's preferred inflation measure cooled further last month — and now sits just above its long-term target — failed to boost sentiment, despite being a positive sign for future interest-rate cuts.

AtlasIntel poll, conducted from October 25-29, shows Trump ahead by 3.5% in Arizona, 3.4% in Georgia, 2.7% in Pennsylvania, 1.2% in Michigan, 0.9% in Nevada, and 0.5% in Wisconsin. In North Carolina, Harris leads by 0.5%. The sample size ranged from 983 in Michigan to 1,665 in North Carolina with a margin of error of plus-or-minus 3%, placing all races within the margin. Previously, Harris was ahead in Arizona, Nevada, and Wisconsin in AtlasIntel’s October 17 poll.

Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella’s compensation surged by 63% in fiscal year 2024, reaching around $79.1 million (approximately Rs 665 crore), largely due to a substantial increase in stock awards, TOI reported, citing Microsoft’s recent U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) filing. Stock awards rose from $39 million last year to $71 million, significantly boosting his overall earnings. However, the filing also revealed that Nadella requested a reduction in his cash compensation, citing cybersecurity concerns and hinting at a possible “China angle” in the decision.

Joe Biden appeared to take a swipe at supporters of Donald Trump, drawing objections from the federal workers who document such remarks for posterity, according to two U.S. government officials and an internal email obtained Thursday by The Associated Press. Biden created an uproar earlier this week with his remarks to Latino activists responding to racist comments at a Trump rally made by the comedian Tony Hinchcliffe, who referred to the U.S. island territory of Puerto Rico as a «floating island of garbage.» Biden, according to a transcript prepared by the official White House stenographers, told the Latino group on a Tuesday evening video call, «The only garbage I see floating out there is his supporters — his — his demonization of Latinos is unconscionable, and it's un-American.»

Lloyd Austin recently spoke with Israeli Minister of Defense Yoav Gallant to explore opportunities for de-escalation amidst rising Middle East tensions. Their conversation highlighted the US' support for Israel's security, particularly in the face of threats from Iran and Iranian proxies. Sharing a post on X, Austin wrote, «I spoke with Israeli Minister of Defense Yoav Gallant today to discuss opportunities for regional de-escalation. I reaffirmed that the United States remains fully prepared to defend US personnel, Israel, and partners across the region against threats from Iran and Iran-backed proxies.»

Reserve Bank of India (RBI) seeking integration with its Centralised Information Management System (CIMS) platform, aiming for real-time verification of limit utilisation under the Liberal Remittance Scheme (LRS), said people familiar with the development. Under the LRS, Indian citizens can remit up to $250,000 per financial year for various permissible transactions. The move can also fast-track the inclusion of international credit card spending under LRS regulations, the people said.

e-commerce giants Google, Meta, Amazon, and Flipkart collectively generated over Rs 60,000 crore in advertising revenue in FY24, a 9% increase from Rs 55,053 crore in FY23, according to Registrar of Companies (RoC) filings. For the first time, the Indian arms of Google and Meta surpassed Rs 50,000 crore in combined gross revenue. The marketplace arms of Flipkart and Amazon garnered over Rs 10,000 crore in cumulative ad revenue, with Flipkart Internet alone raking in close to Rs 5,000 crore. Amazon Seller Services, which generated Rs 5,380 crore in ad revenue in FY23, has yet to publish its annual report. However, sources indicate that the company is likely to report strong ad revenue earnings in line with industry trends.

stubble burning, and local pollution to push the Air Quality Index (AQI) into the “very poor” category. At 10 p.m., the overall AQI for Delhi stood at 330, and certain key areas even recorded “severe” pollution levels.

Ratan Tata’s will to ensure ‘unlimited’ care for his pet dog Tito is likely to trigger a ‘pawsome’ trend — more and more pet parents making provisions for their furry companions on their posthumous wish lists. While queries on these lines have been coming in for a while now, the trend is still at a nascent stage in India. Tata’s move, say lawyers, will generate much more awareness about the issue, prompting more people to follow suit. Pets are not recognised as people capable of holding property or inheriting the estate of another person — they are deemed personal property. Therefore, while many Indians see their pets as their children, Indian law still doesn’t.