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Vikramaditya's mother, Dipa De Motwane passes away

Filmmaker Vikramaditya Motwane is mourning the loss of his mother, Dipa De Motwane, a respected producer who passed away on Saturday. Known for her warmth and dedication, she supported impactful stories and was instrumental in films like 'Udaan'. Actress Aditi Rao Hydari shared a heartfelt tribute, remembering Dipa as an inspiration and a 'Tiger mom' with a big heart.

Best Cars Of 2025: From EVs To SUVs, The Biggest Car Launches Of The Year

The year 2025 is drawing to a close but as we wind down the best of 2025, it is clear that SUVs ruled the roads with numerous launches dominating the headlines while new electric car models also drew considerable interest amongst buyers. Tata Sierra  The Sierra continues to grab the limelight and has been one of the most talked about new car launches ever. The new Sierra is an important car which explains the fact that it gets a new platform as well as a design language which is influenced by the iconic original model which was a game changer. The Sierra comes with three powertrain options including two petrol from the engine family as well as one diesel engine.  Hyundai Venue  The all new Venue has also been one of the most awaited new car launches of this year with being the second most popular model after the Creta obviously. The all new Venue gains a new look which is similar to its bigger brother plus a new technology filled interior while the engines remain the same albeit with more gearbox options. The new Venue has gone premium and there is the sportier N Line trim as well which comes with a different exhaust plus new interiors. Maruti Suzuki Victoris The Victoris is the second compact SUV model for Maruti Suzuki and joins the range after the Grand Vitara. The Victoris also brings in more features and technology as Maruti Suzuki now brings in more emphasis on its SUV range. The Victoris comes with mild and strong hybrid powertrains as well. Tesla Model Y  The Tesla brand came with huge expectations and there was a lot of buzz surrounding the launch in India. The Model Y is the first Tesla launched in India and is an SUV which happens to be globally the best selling model. The entry of Tesla in India was one of the most talked about topics and signalled the brand finally coming to India. The Victoris is now currently one of the most fuel efficient SUVs in India right now especially with the hybrid powertrain.  Vinfast VF7 The Vietnamese brand made its India debut and the VF7 is their flagship SUV which comes with a dual motor configuration along with a value for money price tag which makes them stand out in the crowd of new EVs. The VF7 also has a distinctive design language as well along with spacious interiors. Vinfast has also made owning them easy which means charging is free till 2028 while more dealer touch points will further make the brand more popular. Volkswagen Golf GTI  The iconic Golf GTI marks the first time that this performance car is coming to India. The new Golf GTI is a five door hot hatchback and signalled how India matured in terms of its market for performance cars. The entry of the Golf GTI and being sold out means the enthusiasts in India are hungry for such cars while in 2025, sales of premium performance increased with launches such as these taking place in the Indian automotive market place.  MG Cyberster  The sleek Cyberster brings the new concept of premium cars where MG opened its new showrooms and brought it's new cars via the premium Select outlets. The Cyberster is a sports car which comes with supercar style doors and is pure electric as well. In performance terms it is one of the fastest cars you can at this price point and the looks are also a major draw for the premium car buyer. 

'We support him': Australia coach backs under-fire MCG curator

Australia coach Andrew McDonald said Page had done an “outstanding” job over the years and felt the batters also needed to take responsibility for failing to post competitive totals. The conditions at the MCG offered significant movement and bounce for the seamers, making batting difficult, with England clinching a four-wicket victory inside two days.

New Year 2026 Travel Guide: Goa To Manali; 10 Hottest Party Destinations With Complete Travel Tips

New Year 2026 is shaping up to be the most travelled, most celebrated, and most Instagrammable one yet. If you're done with boring house parties and predictable plans, this guide is your golden ticket. From neon beach raves in Goa to snow-drenched dance floors in Manali, India is packed with high-energy destinations where countdowns feel like festivals and mornings start with hangovers and mountain views. This list isn't just about places, it's about vibes, music, people, experiences, and memories. We tell you where to go, what to do, what not to miss, and how to travel smart so your New year story becomes legendary. ALSO READ Salar de Uyuni, Bolivia: The World’s Largest Mirror That Turns The Sky Upside Down 1. Goa (Image Source: Pinterest/clairewiththecu) Goa in New Year week is not a destination, it’s an emotion. By 29th December, the entire coastline turns into a festival zone with beach clubs, DJ nights, trance parties, yacht countdowns and secret raves happening every single night. From Baga and Calangute’s madness to Anjuna’s psytrance scenes and Vagator’s cliff-top countdowns, Goa literally never sleeps between 30 Dec–1 Jan. Where To Go: Tito’s Lane, Curlies, Thalassa, Hammerzz, Club Cubana, Antares, Hilltop What To Do: Beach parties, sunset cruises, pub crawls, casino nights, midnight fireworks at Vagator and Morjim Travel Tips: Book flights/trains ASAP as fares double after 28 Dec. Rent a scooter for mobility. Pre-book party passes online to skip long queues. Avoid beach shacks on 31st night without reservations. 2. Manali (Image Source: Pinterest/himachaltours1) Manali is what happens when winter fairytales meet DJ beats. By New Year week, Mall Road and Old Manali are glowing with fairy lights, snow vibes and party energy. Hostels and cafes host open-air countdowns, snow dance floors, live bands and massive bonfire parties under the stars. Where To Go: Johnson’s Cafe, Cafe 1947, Drifter’s Inn, The Lazy Dog, Vashisht parties What To Do: Snowfall chase at Solang, ski in Atal Tunnel area, bonfire countdowns, after-parties till sunrise Travel Tips: Carry snow boots, thermals & gloves. Roads may get blocked, leave buffer days. Book Volvo or taxi early. Expect sub-zero temperatures but top-tier vibes. 3. Gokarna (Image Source: Pinterest/tejashree_sam) If Goa feels too commercial, Gokarna arrives like its soulful, barefoot cousin, quieter, deeper, and infinitely more magical. By the last week of December, this sacred coastal town transforms into a bohemian paradise where time slows, phones disappear into backpacks, and the ocean becomes the only schedule that matters. Instead of neon clubs and velvet ropes, Gokarna offers moonlit beaches, crackling bonfires and music that flows as naturally as the tide. Where To Go: Om Beach shacks, Kudle Beach, Half Moon parties What To Do: Beach treks, cliff sunsets, silent discos, midnight swims Travel Tips: Limited stays, so make sure you book before 30 Dec. Cash over UPI. Pack light, party slow. 4. Kasol (Image Source: Twitter/@harshishathakur) Kasol transforms into a full-blown psychedelic dream during the New Year week, where time seems to melt and reality feels optional. As the New Year approaches, the sleepy Himalayan village begins its magical metamorphosis, cafes swap acoustic guitars for deep bass, fairy lights spill across pine forests, and the air fills with the unmistakable pulse of underground trance. Where To Go: Panjtara, Moon Dance cafe, Tosh village parties What To Do: Riverside raves, sunrise hikes, Israeli food crawls Travel Tips: Book cabs early from Bhuntar. Carry power banks & cash. 5. Mumbai (Image Source: Twitter/@SacredDotTours) Mumbai’s New Year is luxury meets madness. Rooftop countdowns, Bollywood DJs, celebrity crowds and fireworks over Marine Drive. Five-star hotels, rooftop lounges, nightclubs and private yachts begin preparing for the grandest countdown of the year, turning the skyline into a glittering festival of light, music and motion. This is the city that never sleeps and on New Year’s Eve, it refuses to even blink. Where To Go: Kitty Su, Tryst, Aer Lounge, Dragonfly What To Do: Yacht parties, midnight Marine Drive walk, sunrise at Juhu Travel Tips: Pre-book club entries. Use metro to avoid traffic. 6. Rishikesh (Image Source: Pinterest/travelways7) By the last week of December, this sacred Himalayan town sheds its quiet monk-like calm and reveals a hidden heartbeat, one that pulses through secret riverside raves, forest gatherings and cliffside trance sessions that feel almost mythical. What makes New Year in Rishikesh unforgettable is this surreal contrast: sunrise meditation on the Ganga, and by nightfall, laser lights bouncing off the same mountains. Where To Go: Tapovan camps, secret cliff parties What To Do: River rafting, cliff jumping, midnight drum circles Travel Tips: Alcohol banned in parts, so plan accordingly. 7. Andaman (Image Source: Pinterest/deepkamalcompany) Andaman is the kind of New Year escape that feels unreal, like someone turned the saturation up on life. As December winds down, these remote islands shift into celebration mode, offering a rare blend of tropical calm and island energy that no mainland destination can match. Think powder-white beaches, water so clear it looks photoshopped, warm ocean breezes and countdown parties that unfold with your feet in the sand and the stars overhead. There are no crowded streets, no traffic chaos, just waves, music and endless sky. Where To Go: Havelock Island, Radhanagar Beach What To Do: Scuba, beach BBQ, fireworks by the sea Travel Tips: Flights book out fastest, so act early. 8. Udaipur (Image Source: Pinterest/flamingotravels) Udaipur doesn’t celebrate New Year, it hosts it. Like a royal invitation to time itself. As the New Year approaches, the City of Lakes begins its most glamorous transformation. Palaces glow with thousands of lamps, heritage havelis fill with live classical music and candlelit dinners, and the entire skyline reflects gold across Lake Pichola and Fateh Sagar, turning the city into something straight out of a royal dream sequence. Where To Go: Taj Lake Palace, Fateh Sagar Lake What To Do: Rooftop dinners, midnight lake cruises Travel Tips: Dress elegant. Book palace events in advance. 9. Varkala (Image Source: Pinterest/MadhavSNair39) Varkala feels like the universe’s secret New Year party, where the sky melts into the ocean and every sunset looks designed for your camera roll. By the last week of December, this coastal gem in Kerala transforms into a glowing ribbon of fairy lights, cafe music and wandering souls. The famous Varkala Cliff becomes the heart of celebration, where bohemian cafes spill onto the pathways, DJs set up sunset decks, and travellers drift from one vibe to the next without ever needing a plan. Where To Go: Varkala Cliff cafes What To Do: Sunset sessions, drum circles, beach raves Travel Tips: Weather perfect. Avoid last-minute bookings. 10. Auli (Image Source: Pinterest/roshanpanjiyara) Auli is where New Year feels like you accidentally stepped into a luxury winter movie set. Perched high in Uttarakhand’s Garhwal Himalayas, this ski paradise transforms into India’s most surreal New Year destination when December hits its final days. The slopes glow under fairy lights, the mountains shimmer in moonlight, and the entire town hums with a once-a-year electricity. You’re not just celebrating a new year here, you’re doing it above the clouds, wrapped in snow and silence, broken only by music and laughter. Where To Go: GMVN slopes, ski resorts What To Do: Skiing by day, DJ snow parties by night Travel Tips: Carry oxygen spray, winter gear & patience for weather delays.

Ashes: Gus Atkinson ruled out of 5th Test

England pacer Gus Atkinson is the third England seamer to be sidelined, following injuries to Mark Wood (knee) and Jofra Archer (side strain). As a result, Brydon Carse, Josh Tongue and Ben Stokes are set to carry the pace-bowling workload. England head into the Sydney Test, which begins on Sunday, trailing 3-1 in the five-match series.

Pepper, Salt fire Abu Dhabi Knight Riders into ILT20 playoffs

Michael Pepper and Phil Salt’s 131-run opening stand powered Abu Dhabi Knight Riders to a 32-run win over Gulf Giants, sealing a playoff berth in the World ILT20. Pepper’s 83 and Salt’s unbeaten 72 set up 179/1 before Narine and Russell snuffed out a Moeen Ali-led chase to set up an Eliminator clash with Dubai Capitals.

Schengen-style GCC Unified Tourist Visa misses 2025 deadline: When will it finally launch?

Gulf states have confirmed that the unified GCC tourist visa will launch in 2026, revising earlier expectations of a 2025 rollout. Approved in principle but delayed by security, technical and data-sharing requirements, the Schengen-style visa aims to allow seamless travel across all six GCC countries and reshape regional tourism by simplifying multi-country visits under a single permit.