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Sri Lanka receives record 2.33 million visitors, Indians top arrivals

Russia, the UK, Germany and Australia were the other four major tourist source markets for Sri Lanka in 2025

Amit Shah vows to drive out infiltrators across India; accuses Congress of backing illegal migration

GUWAHATI: Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Monday slammed the Congress for allegedly encouraging infiltration and announced that the BJP would dr

Uttar Pradesh govt orders closure of schools till January 1 amid intense cold wave

LUCKNOW: The Uttar Pradesh government has announced the closure of schools up to 12th grade till January 1 due to the intense cold. Districts, in

From Global Spotlight To Grim Tragedies, Visakhapatnams Turbulent 2025

Jana Sena chief Pawan Kalyan visited the family of Pahalgam terror attack victim Chandra Mouli on April 24, a day after Chief Minister Nara Chand

CM directs officials, Ministers to ensure quality infrastructure works in Assembly constituencies

Congress MLA announces Rs 5000 reward for information on Chinese manjha

Hyderabad: Ahead of Sankranti, Congress MLA Danam Nagender on Monday, December 29, announced a reward of Rs 5,000 for reporting the sale of Chine

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People wrongly accuse me of appeasement; I am secular in true sense, says Mamata Banerjee

The West Bengal CM was speaking at the foundation stone laying ceremony of Durga Angan, a cultural complex dedicated to Goddess Durga, at New Tow

Actor Jayasurya interrogated in investment fraud case

The actor was questioned for several hours over his suspected links to the alleged multi-crore Save Box Bidding App investment fraud.

Pharma company making illegal psychotropic drugs busted in Rajasthan, three arrested

AHMEDABAD: The Gujarat Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) has busted a major interstate narcotics racket in Rajasthans Bhiwadi, seizing 22 kg of illegal

Guidelines issued for medical boards to assess age of juveniles in conflict with law

The norms mandate that the board consists of a physiologist, a dental expert, a radiologist, and a forensic expert, andbars medical practitioners

Watch: Thailand accuses Cambodia of violating ceasefire with drone incursions

'Akshay Kumar, Shah Rukh Khan, Ajay Devgn ko kuch sikhna chaiye': Suniel Shetty REJECTS Rs 40 crore tobacco ad deal, netizens lauds 'gutsy Anna'

As per the latest reports, Suniel Shetty rejected a Rs 40 crore tobacco endorsement, prioritising family values over money. Netizens applaudedthe

Things to do in Hyderabad on New Year 2026: Best adventure sports

The first day of a new year is more than just a holiday. It is a chance to set the mood for the months ahead. If you want to welcome 2026 with en

Bumrah has a quiet net session

How transformative was 2025 for higher education in India?

Indias higher education system crossed a pivotal threshold, where regulatory reforms sought to align closely with market realities, expanded stud

Kangana Ranaut gets furious over her AI-edited pics at Parliament: 'Let me decide how I want to...'

Kangana Ranaut, current MP from Mandi, often impresses with her sartorial choices at Parliament. The actress steps out in sarees, serving fashion

Russia wants Ukraine to succeed?: Zelenskyy stunned as Trump praises Putin; moment goes viral

Tiruchi City Police detain over 100 accused under Goondas Act

Delhi Govt Constitutes Expert Committee to Combat Capital's Hazardous Air

Officials said the move marks a departure from earlier approaches that relied largely on regulatory orders without structured expert consultation

NCB files chargesheet in alleged darknet-based drug trafficking case

The enforcement agency had seized 1,127 suspected LSD (lysergic acid diethylamide) blots, 131.66 g of Ketamine, and crypto assets worth 90 lakh d

BJP wants all infiltrators ejected from India: Amit Shah in Assam

The Home Minister addressed a crowd after inaugurating the redeveloped Batadrava Than, the birthplace of saint-reformer Srimanta Sankaradeva in N

Homebound review: The kind of cinema the Oscars are made for

Neeraj Ghaywan, the director who gave us the masterpiece Masaan, returned with Homebound. This film is a brutal, honest, and deeply moving look a

Silver price today: Why did silver prices fall sharply after hitting record high above $80? Key reasons explained

Silver price today: Silver prices experienced a sharp decline on Monday after reaching record highs above $80 an ounce. Investors took profits, a

US offers Ukraine 15-year security guarantee as part of peace plan, Zelenskyy says

Ukraine's President Zelenskyy revealed the U.S. is offering 15-year security guarantees as part of a peace plan, though he prefers a longer commi

US lawmakers flag national security risks as global firms fuel China's chip industry

A US House committee report reveals major semiconductor equipment firms from the US, Netherlands, and Japan are significantly boosting China's ch

US Charge d'Affaires to Bangladesh talks of impending Feb polls in her farewell call with Yunus

US Charge d'Affaires Tracey Ann Jacobson met with Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus. They discussed upcoming elections and bilateral relations. The US

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How to Prepare for Medical Emergencies with Your Best Health Insurance Plans For Family?

Prepare for medical emergencies by choosing comprehensive sum insureds, educating family members on claim processes, and maintaining a digital-ph

Zelensky Calls For Public Vote On 20-Point Peace Plan In Ukraine

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Monday that a 20-point peace plan to end Russia's war should be put to a referendum in Ukraine.

Frightened, Losing Faith: Unnao Rape Convict's Daughter Writes Open Letter

Unnao rape case convict Kuldeep Singh Sengar's daughter wrote an open letter on Monday, claiming that her family is left exhausted, frightened an

Famous Pak YouTuber Attacked Inside Court Premises in Karachi

According to his lawyer, Butt was physically manhandled in the court building premises, and his shirt was also torn off

Brigitte Bardot net worth: Who will inherit the French actress' huge fortune as she dies

Brigitte Bardot passed away at 91 on December 28 at her Saint Tropez home following repeated hospitalizations. A global movie legend of the 1950s

'Indian Made To Feel Foreign In Own Land': S Tharoor On Tripura Student Case

Senior Congress leader Shashi Tharoor today condemned the allegedly racially motivated killing of a Tripura student in Dehradun, calling it a at

Special Roll Observer faces public ire in Bengal SIR hearing venue

Eyewitness accounts said that a group of local protestors, led by the TMC-run Zilla Parishad president Mujibar Rahaman Mollah, gheraoed the speci

India's 'golden boy' Neeraj Chopra's stellar 2025: From touching 90 m mark to heartbreaking 26-event streak end

India's star javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra's impressive podium streak concluded at the Tokyo World Athletics Championships. Despite this, Chopra

Dense fog likely to persist for next forty-eight hours in most parts of Punjab, Haryana: IMD

Telanganas You Quote, We Pay scheme to address faculty shortage at government medical colleges

FIFA Received 150 Million World Cup Ticket Requests, Says Infantino

Fans from the U.S. have made the highest number of ticket requests, followed by Germany and the United Kingdom, the FIFA president said

Delhi government constitutes expert committee to combat capital's hazardous air

Delhi government has formed an expert committee to address the city's air pollution. This committee is part of a five-pronged strategy focusing o

Second December SSI check coming in days some Americans to get up to $4,544

Millions of Americans may receive a second SSI or VA payment in December due to a schedule change. Veterans and Social Security recipients could

Abandoned Drone Recovered In J&Ks Poonch

Mendhar/Jammu, Dec 29: Police on Monday seized an unidentified drone found abandoned in a field in a forward village in Jammu and Kashmirs Poonch

Govt seeks $30 bn from Reliance, BP in KG-D6 gas field dispute

NEW DELHI, Dec 29:The government is seeking over USD 30 billion from Reliance Industries Ltd and BP as compensation, alleging the partners built

From camouflage software to tank decoys, DRDO boosts Armys concealment playbook following Op Sindoor

India is enhancing its battlefield concealment capabilities. New camouflage and deception technologies have been transferred to the Indian Army.

Justice Rahul Bharti Appointed Vacation Judge For Srinagar Wing

JAMMU, Dec 29: The Chief Justice of the Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh High Court has appointed Justice Rahul Bharti as the Vacation Judge for the

UPSSSC Lekhpal Recruitment 2026: Check category-wise vacancies, eligibility, fee selection process and more

UPSSC 2026: The UPSSSC is now accepting applications for 7,994 Lekhpal positions. This recruitment drive follows a revision in category-wise vaca

Rahul Gandhi raises concerns on ex-servicemen healthcare, resettlement

Gandhi highlighted the challenges ex-servicemen face in private hospitals, where many deny treatment due to pending government dues. He also ques

Tamil Nadu Teens Attack Migrant Worker With Machetes, Pose Next To Him With Victory Sign

Three accused were sent to a juvenile home in Chengalpattu, while the fourth one was released on bail, with the court citing his studies.

Union Minister of State for Coal chairs review meeting on NLCILs operational performance and growth plans

Satish Chandra Dubey, who was on a two-day visit to NLCIL on December 27 and 28, lauded the companys significant contributions to the nations ene

Word of the Day: Saudade

Today's word of the day 'Saudade' captures a deep emotional longing that blends loss, love, memory, and hope. This story explores its Portuguese

State Finance Commission hands over first report to Governor, says suitable changes suggested in line with changing economic trends

Clash between rival groups in Jharkhand leaves two ex-Maoists dead, three seriously injured

RANCHI: A violent clash broke out between two factions previously associated with a banned Maoist group in Gendra village in Jharkhand's Chatra,

Post-monsoon wildlife survey begins at Sathyamangalam Tiger Reserve

Two engineering students killed in accident

Delhi HC Restrains 18 Entities from Infringing Akasa Air Trademarks

Justice Manmeet Pritam Singh Arora, who passed the order of interim injunction, was hearing a suit filed by SNV Aviation Private Limited, operato

Rising demand for emotional aid shows growing mental health needs in India: Study

HYDERABAD, Dec 29: Hyderabad-based mental health and suicide prevention helpline 1Life recorded over 38,000 calls in 2025, highlighting a sustain

Isha Ambani Steers Reliance Retail to 20,000 Stores, Cementing Global Brand Reach

Reliance Retail is now targeting a 20% compound annual growth rate over the next three years

Water level in Mettur Dam stands at 105.92 feet

Video: Salman Khan makes Bhel, serves it to Bollywood stars

Mumbai: Salman Khans 60th birthday celebrations continue to make waves online, thanks to a heartwarming video from his Panvel farmhouse party tha

Head injuries account for large number of fatalities in road accidents in Puducherry

As per the data furnished in the Puducherry Road Safety Report-2024, a total of 221 people were killed and 1,548 sustained injuries in 1,391 acci

India Open To Be Held at Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium, Tickets Go on Sale

With India set to host the prestigious World Championships in August next year, the USD 950,000 event will act as a test venue for the global tou

Dermatologist Busts 5 Skincare Myths About Active Ingredients

Dermatologist (Major) Gurveen Waraich busts five popular skincare myths about active ingredients.

Delhi Government Denies Reports On 'Count Stray Dogs' Order For Teachers

The Delhi government has rejected reports about an order regarding the deployment of school teachers to count stray dogs across the national capi

Leopard kills goat, sparks panic among villagers in Erode district

Over 50,000 applications for electoral roll inclusion, deletion and correction received at SIR special camps in Coimbatore

Angel Chakma murder case: Medical report reveals what led to Tripura student's death after racist attack

On December 9, Angel and his brother Michael were drinking at a canteen near a liquor shop in Dehradun. Officials say a fight broke out and Chakm

J&K | One Detained For Posting Misleading Video In Kishtwar; Advisory Out On Social Media Use

Jammu, Dec 29: One person was detained for allegedly uploading a misleading video related to a clash between two communities in Kishtwar district

Why is silver outperforming gold in 2025? Solar panels, EV demand and THESE things fuel bull run

Silver prices hit a record on MCX before an 8% crash, but remain up nearly 175% in 2025, outpacing gold as industrial demand and safe-haven flows

Tarnishing Zubeens Legacy: Why Assam Polices Chargesheet Is Under Scrutiny

As the Zubeen case enters the pre-trial phase, many in Assam have been questioning the course of the investigation.

Elect a govt that will drive out infiltrators: Amit Shah to people of Assam

Union Home Minister Amit Shah has called on the people of Assam to elect a government in the upcoming assembly polls that will curb infiltration

One Dies as Overloaded Truck Mounts Divider, Topples Onto SUV in UP's Rampur

According to police and a video of the incident that later went viral, the truck driver swerved to avoid the SUV, climbed onto the divider and to

Newbronzestatue of Kalingarayan tobeinstalled at Vellode:Minister

Food delivery boy gets entangled with Chinese manja, deep cut around neck

Hyderabad: A food delivery boy sustained injury on his neck after a nylon thread (Chinese manja) got entangled while travelling in Shamsheer Gunj

Only Woman On Set: Radhika Aptes Shocking Revelations About South Films

Radhika Apte reflects on her journey in South Indian cinema, sharing insights into the challenges she faced.

Renowned Naturopath D. Manthena Appointed as AP Govt Adviser

Pochampally Sridhar Rao has been appointed as a Government Adviser for Mass Communication

Workers Wanted It: Pawars On Fighting Pimpri Chinchwad Civic Polls Together

After weeks of speculation, the Pawars have officially reunited in their bastions of Pune and Pimpri-Chinchwad. The decision comes nearly a fortn

Telangana Assemblys Winter Session begins on quiet note

Hyderabad: The Winter Session of the Telangana Assembly began on Monday, December 29, with the Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) supremo and former ch

'Will not rest until he is hanged': Unnao rape survivor welcomes SC intervention, vowes to continue legal fight

The Unnao rape survivor on Monday expressed satisfaction in the Supreme Court order which stayed the Delhi High Court order suspending the life s

Winter session of Telangana Assembly adjourned to January 2, sittings till January 7

Ropeway collapses during trial run at Bihars Rohtasgarh, probe ordered

Welfare of the have-nots must always be ensured: Vice-President C.P. Radhakrishnan

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US economy set to ride tax cut tailwinds in 2026, risks persist

The US economy is set for a strong 2026. President Donald Trump's tax cuts and increased AI investments will boost growth. The Federal Reserve is

8 6s, 15 4s: Star Sends BCCI The Right Message Amid Pant vs Kishan Debate

The Indian cricket squad for the three-ODI series against New Zealand, starting January 11, has presented some intriguing possibilities

Video: Salman Khans nephew spotted with Varun Dhawans niece

Mumbai: Salman Khan celebrated his 60th birthday on December 27 at his Panvel farmhouse, away from the city rush. The midnight celebration brough

Hate Normalised: Rahul Gandhi Targets BJP Over Tripura Student's Murder

Congress's Rahul Gandhi targeted the BJP in strong terms today after a 24-year-old student from Tripura died in Uttarakhand following a racial at

Kochi Mayor promises corruption-free governance, to hold public hearings

She says a special drive will be conducted to collect tax dues without overburdening citizens to ensure the Corporations financial stability

Will help in enhancing operational capabilities: Rajnath Singh after DAC approves proposals worth Rs 79,000 crore

India's Defence Acquisition Council has approved proposals worth approximately Rs 79,000 crore. These decisions aim to significantly boost the op