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Water level in Mettur Dam stands at 113.99 feet

Starlight Serenade and Enforcer catch the eye

CAPFs Report 438 Suicides, 7 Fratricides in 3 Years; Over 23,000 Resignations Since 2014: Govt Data

New Delhi, Dec 16: A total of 438 suicides and seven fratricides were reported among personnel of the Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs), Assam

Kerala seeks withdrawal of VB G RAM G Bill replacing MGNREGS

Kerala would be one of the most adversely affected States if the proposed legislation is allowed to become a law because it puts an annual additi

Study findshigh levelsofinternalisedweight bias among obesity patients

Research reveals weight stigmas deep psychologicalimpactthree in four patients felt depressed, andnearly halfbelieved they did not deserve a fulf

Why is Indian rupee continuously falling? Know 6 major factors and impact on Indian households

The Indian rupee has fallen for the fourth consecutive session today, hitting an all-time low of the 91 per dollar mark in the afternoon session.

RAM G Bill will weaken MGNREGA, says Priyanka

New Delhi: Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra on Tuesday attacked the government over its bill to replace MGNREGA, saying that it stands to we

Chronic conditions: what are we learning?

Defamation case: HC advances hearing in Akbars plea

New Delhi: The Delhi High Court on Tuesday advanced from May next year to March the hearing on former union minister M J Akbars plea challenging

Photos: 147th du-ba-du program held in Asif Nagar

Hyderabad: The 147th Du-Ba-Du program was organized on December 14 at Royal Regency Garden, Asif Nagar. The program was held under the guidance o

Kerala local body polls, Mexico tariffs extension, U.S. tariff on Indian rice exports and more: The week in 5 charts

Last week, Mexico extended its tariffs on several Indian imports, the U.S. announced tariffs for rice imports from India, and a fire in a Goa nig

Goa nightclub fire: Luthra brothers land in Delhi after deportation

New Delhi: Gaurav Luthra and Saurabh Luthra, brothers and co-owners of the Goa nightclub where a fire killed 25 people, landed in Delhi on Tuesda

Power shutdown on December 18

Tata, HDFC, Reliance, and Adani top LICs big-ticket bets

LIC also has maximum exposure to power generation and distribution companies, accounting for more than half of its investment portfolio.

Margazhi Music Season 2025: A Guide to the best sabha canteens in Chennai

From wedding-style ela sappadu to expansive dosa menus, Chennais sabha canteens are upping their game this Margazhi with senior-friendly seating

Cold wave alert in six Telangana districts on December 17

According to IMDs latest bulletin, cold wave conditions are very likely to prevail at isolated pockets in Adilabad, Kumaram Bheem Asifabad, Manch

Singareni Collieries, Altmin to collaborate for battery-grade lithium refinery in Telanganas Hyderabad

The refinery is targeted to commence operations by 2027 and poised to play a strategic role in supporting Indias rapidly growing electric vehicle

Kerala local body polls 2025: Special elections on January 13 in three postponed wards

Postponement was on account of death of candidates. Polled votes to be counted on January 14

IPL 2026 auction: No surprises, we were all prepared on bidding war for Cameron Green, says KKR CEO Venky Mysore

Transcript of the media interaction with Venky Mysore, CEO, Kolkata Knight Riders

Cameron Green Tops IPL 2026 Mini-Auction

Anil Kumble praised Delhi Capitals for acquiring David Miller for just 2 crore, calling it an absolute steal.

Shilton Hospitality Celebrates 20 Years of Purposeful Growth and Announces Strategic Expansion Across South India

Shilton Hospitality , a homegrown multi-brand hospitality group headquartered in Bengaluru, announces its 20th-anniversary milestone as it outlin

Viral: When 5'2 Tall Meloni Saw Mozambique President. He's 6'8

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni was in for a visible surprise when she welcomed Mozambican President Daniel Chapo in Rome last week.

Smriti Mandhana Reclaims Top Spot in ICC Women's ODI Player Rankings

Stars from South Africa and Ireland made gains on the latest ICC Women's ODI Player Rankings

China reiterates demand that Japanese PM Sanae Takaichi retract remarks about Taiwan

Sanae Takaichi had earlier said an attack on the democratically governed Taiwan could be deemed as an existential threat to Japan

R&B Appoints Rajesh Kumar Gupta As In-Charge Engineer-In-Chief (Technical)

JAMMU, Dec 16: The Jammu and Kashmir Government has placed Er. Rajesh Kumar Gupta as In-charge Engineer-in-Chief (Secretary Technical) in the Pub

No fuel for vehicles without valid PUC from December 18: Delhi Minister Sirsa

The Minister said Delhis air quality remained better for nearly eight months this year compared to the same period last year

Indias linguistic diversity strengthens its AI ambitions: Dharmendra Pradhan

Describing technology as a strategic driver of national transformation, India's education minister said estimates indicate AI could add nearly $1

CSK Full Squad, IPL 2026: List Of Players Bought By Chennai Super Kings

CSK Full Squad, IPL 2026: Here is the full list of players bought by Chennai Super Kings in the IPL 2026 auction.

Sunil Gandotra Posted As In-Charge Chief Engineer (Mechanical)

JAMMU, Dec 16: The Jammu and Kashmir Government has placed Er. Sunil Gandotra, In-charge Superintending Engineer (Mechanical), as In-charge Chief

Modi Announces Rs 2 Lakh Ex-gratia For Victims Of Yamuna Expressway Accident

After an 11-vehicle collision, a massive fire broke out in 10 of the vehicles. At least 14 fire tenders brought the fire under control after seve

Viral video: Sunny Deol fights back tears at Border 2 teaser launch in first public appearance after Dharmendra's death

Also starring Varun Dhawan, Diljit Dosanjh, and Ahan Shetty in the lead roles, the much-anticipated war drama Border 2 will release in cinemas on

Rishab Shetty makes first statement after Ranveer Singh 'insulting' Bhuta Kola, ADMITS he's 'uncomfortable' watching mimicry of Daivas: 'I request people not to...'

After Ranveer Singh mimicked the Bootas from Kantara, Rishab Shetty made his first statement, admitting that he's uncomfortable to see such imita

After Cameron Green, SRK's KKR land Matheesha Pathirana for Rs 18 crore at IPL 2026 auction

Shah Rukh Khan-owned Kolkata Knight Riders went on a spending spree at the IPL 2026 auction. After securing Cameron Green for a record Rs 25.20 c

Rob Reiner, Michele death case: Son Nick Reiner 'booked' for murdering his parents, police reveal: 'Charges have not...'

Los Angeles Police Department Chief Jim McDonnell confirmed the arrest of Nick Reiner for the murder of Rob Reiner and Michele.

Quote of the Day by Franz Kafka: Start with what is right rather than Top quotes by the Absurdist fiction novelist

Quote of the Day: Franz Kafka's enduring quote challenges societal norms and encourages moral integrity over conformity. His writings, often char

IPL Auction 2026: Indian spinner Rahul Chahar goes unsold

Indian leg-spinner Rahul Chahar went unsold at the IPL 2026 auction in Abu Dhabi, despite a base price of 1 crore. Chahar, known for his wicket-t

Karnataka government acted on violation of Kannada language Act by two schools in Bengaluru, says Minister Madhu Bangarappa

BJP MLC claims that many CBSE and ICSE schools hardly teach the language, which was evident by the fact that students from such schools struggle

Where sacrifice replaces colonial legacy: Rashtrapati Bhavan gets Param Vir Dirgha

President Droupadi Murmu inaugurated Param Vir Dirgha, a gallery that now houses the portraits of all 21 Param Vir Chakra awardees

Modi Trying to Eliminate Rural Poor's Secure Livelihood: Rahul Gandhi

The Viksit Bharat Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) (VB-G RAM G) Bill, 2025, was introduced in the Lok Sabha by Union Minister S

Percy Jackson and the Olympians interview: Aryan Simhadri on decoding Grovers growth and the quest for Pan

The actor behind Grover Underwood opens up about the satyrs growth, iconic moments from Rick Riordans source material, and his favourite on-set s

Bengal Govt issues show-cause notices to DGP, senior officers for Messi event 'mismanagement' at Salt Lake Stadium

The State Government suspended Bidhannagar Deputy Commissioner of Police Aneesh Sarkar and initiated departmental proceedings against him for rep

Bhogapuram International Airport Trial Run Slated For Next Month

Educity will make many schools and universities available for students and it will help in training students in the aviation sector

Opposition MPs protest against VB-G RAM G bill on rural employment, term it insult to Bapu

New Delhi, Dec 16: Several opposition MPs protested in the Parliament House complex on Tuesday over the VB-G RAM G Bill that has become a new fla

Bihar Cabinet Clears Saat Nischay-3 Development Programme for 202530

The decision was taken at the cabinet meeting chaired by Chief Minister Nitish Kumar.

Ultimate Hyderabad ice cream guide: Top gelatos, sundaes and more

While usually associated with summers, true ice cream lovers know that winter is the best time to relish a scoop. The cooler weather slows everyt

Delhi car ban and fuel curbs announced: These vehicles cant enter city from Thursday; petrol & diesel wont be provided. Check what's allowed

Delhi Car Ban News: Delhi is rolling out new rules to fight air pollution. Vehicles without a valid Pollution Under Control certificate will not

IPL Auction 2026: Big bids for Matheesha Pathirana as KKR secure elite death-overs specialist for 18 crore

Sri Lankan fast bowler Matheesha Pathirana was sold for a significant sum at the IPL Auction. This sale underscores the high value placed on bowl

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R&B Deptt Places 8 Incharge SEs As Incharge CEs

JAMMU, Dec 16: The Public Works (Road and Building) Department of the Jammu and Kashmir Government has ordered the placement of 8 Incharge SEs (C

VB-G RAM G Bill Tabled in Lok Sabha Amidst Opposition Protest

Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan, while introducing the bill, said the government not only believes in Mahatma Gandhi but also follows his pr

BJP eyes stronger NDA for 2026 T.N. Assembly polls with fresh election in-charge appointments

On December 15, BJP national president J.P. Nadda appointed Union Minister of Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal as the election in-charge for Ta

Rs 1 Lakh Loan Balloons To Rs 74 Lakh, Maharashtra Farmer Sells Kidney

A farmer from Maharashtra was forced to travel to Cambodia and sell his kidney as a Rs 1 lakh loan and the Rs 10,000 per day interest caused his

Delhi Vehicles Ban: Govt's BIG move, restricts entry of non-BS6 vehicles from December 18 to tackle rising pollution

Delhi Vehicles Ban News: The fresh measures come as a thick layer of toxic smog continues to blanket Delhi and surrounding cities, and air qualit

Infopark Kochi proposes shifting SilverLine station to Phase 3 to free up frozen land under Phase 2

Infopark proposal points out that if SilverLine proceeds as per its current alignment, it would be more ideal to have the station in Phase 3 rath

Modi Trying To Eliminate Rural Poors Secure Livelihood, New Bill Insult To Bapus Ideals: Rahul

New Delhi, Dec 16: Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Tuesday termed the bill on rural employment an insult to the ideals of Mahatma Gandhi, as he a

One of two Bondi Beach attackers is Indian, last visited Hyderabad in 2022: Indian officials

Officials said that preliminary investigation does not establish any local links in India to the deceased attacker

Like Fashion, Music Often Circles Back, says Dhruv Dhalla

Fresh off a double win at the CLEF Music Awards 2025, composer Dhruv Dhalla reflects on Ranjhana, the joy of creation, and why music matters more

Who is Aroop Biswas? West Bengal Sports Minister resigns after Lionel Messi's Kolkata event due to...

During the Lionel Messi event, angry spectators resorted to an indiscriminate rampage and clashed with the police, causing an estimated damage of

Please Step Down: PDP Leader Iltija Mufti Slams Nitish Over Hijab Incident

Srinagar, Dec 16: Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) leader Iltija Mufti on Tuesday called Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumars act of pulling down the

IPL Auction: Why Green Will Earn Only Rs 18 Crore Despite World Record Bid

Australian cricket team all-rounder Cameron Green scripted history by becoming the costliest overseas player in the history of the IPL auction.

Here's why Cameron Green will get Rs 18 crore despite being sold for Rs 25.20 crore to KKR at IPL 2026 auction

Cameron Green shattered the overseas IPL auction record after Kolkata Knight Riders outbid Chennai Super Kings in a fierce bidding war. However,

Longest solar eclipse to appear in 100 years on..., will it be visible in India? Check details

A highly rare and spectacular total solar eclipse will be seen. The celestial event will be visible for many regions of the world and in some are

Bondi Beach mass shooting inspired by Islamic State: Australia police

Melbourne: A mass shooting in which 15 people were killed during a Hanukkah celebration at Sydneys Bondi Beach was a terrorist attack inspired by

Jaishankar arrives in Israel on two-day visit; to hold talks with top leadership

The visit comes as preparations are underway for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's proposed trip to India

Meet DHRUV64: India's own indigenous chip, taking a step forward towards Aatmanirbhar

Startup news and updates: Daily roundup (December 16, 2025)

YourStory presents the daily news roundup from the Indian startup ecosystem and beyond. Heres the roundup for Tuesday, December 16, 2025.

Goa nightclub fire: First photo of Luthra brothers released after arrest at Delhi Airport

The Goa Police has released the first picture of the Delhi-based entrepreneurs after their deportation, which shows them in custody at the Indira

Manali snow scam: This viral video may make you rethink your mountain plans

Manali snow scam Video: A tourist's viral video from Manali has ignited a debate, alleging local guides are scamming visitors with a small, artif

Govt says 4.75 lakh patent applications pending at processing stage

India has 4,75,814 patent applications pending, with over 4.26 lakh awaiting examination. Annual patent filings have nearly doubled in five years

Quikzii: The New Name for Speed in the UK Market Launches 1-Hour Superfast Delivery Service

Quikzii Ltd. , a new e-commerce and quick delivery platform designed with the backing of modern technology to precisely understand and cater to t

Andhras Vissannapeta police launch search for Life is Beautiful CEO Shivani

The couple opened the company two years ago and collected about Rs.20 crore deposits in AP and Telangana, the victims alleged

The Omani Sultan Who Studied In India Under A Future Indian President

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Oman on December 17-18 at the invitation of Sultan Haitham bin Tarik.

CBSE Board Exam 2026: Class 10 Computer Science Sample Paper

The CBSE board exams for Class 10 commence on February 17 and end on March 10 2026 while Class 12 exams conclude on April 9 with specific Compute

Twin States' First SkyWalker Orthopedic Robotic System Launched at Arete Hospitals, Hyderabad

Arete Hospitals , Hyderabad, has become the first medical institution in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana to introduce the SkyWalker™ Orthopedi

Revanth Reddy Presents Telangana Rising 2047 Vision Document to Sonia Gandhi

Revanth Reddy explained to her on Telangana Rising Global Summit 2025 held on December 8 and 9 and various welfare schemes being implemented over

'Revenge for Moose Wala': Newly married kabaddi player Rana Balachauria shot dead during Mohali tournament, attackers opened fire while asking for selfie

In a shocking incident, a newly married kabaddi player and promoter Rana Balachauria was shot dead in Punjab's Mohali during a tournament, raisin

Inside Indias Prisons, Caste Still Decides Who Cleans Human Waste

India cannot claim to have abolished untouchability while sustaining it behind prison walls.

'It is impossible ...': Delhi minister apologises for toxic air; says working to fix it

Delhi's Environment Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa stated that reducing air pollution within 9-10 months is unrealistic, apologizing for the curr

West Bengal sports minister resigns over Messi event debacle

West Bengal sports minister Aroop Biswas resigned on Tuesday, December 16 following the debacle at Lionel Messis match in Kolkata on December 13.

Nepal Kicks Off Tiger Census to Monitor Species Recovery

The survey will be conducted in four national parks in Nepal's forested southern plains, covering more than 8,000 square kilometres (3,000 square

Delhi air pollution: Telangana MP rides electric bike to Parliament

Hyderabad: Congress MP from Telanganas Peddapalli constituency, Gaddam Vamsi Krishna, drove an electric bike on his way to Parliament on Tuesday,

PM Modi proposes to double India-Jordan trade to $5 billion in next 5 years

King Abdullah II noted that Jordans free trade agreements and Indias economic power could be combined to create an economic corridor between Sout

Bengal govt show-causes DGP, senior officers for Messi event 'mismanagement' at Salt Lake Stadium

Authorities are taking action following the Lionel Messi event chaos. DGP Rajeev Kumar and Bidhannagar Police Commissioner Mukesh Kumar received

Andhra CM Naidu stresses on need to promote Naturopathy, Yoga for preventive wellness

The CM said the government was implementing the guidelines prescribed by the World Health Organization to meet various standards in the health se

Best Business Coach in India Suresh Mansharamani: The Mentor Helping MSMEs Scale, Get Listed on the SME Exchange, and Launch Successful SME IPOs

Suresh Mansharamani is India's leading coach, leveraging his 1995 IPO success to mentor 500 MSMEs for SME IPOs and scalable growth.

3 Indian students among those injured in Australias Bondi Beach attack

MELBOURNE, Dec 16: Three Indian students were among 40 people injured in the terrorist attack on Sydneys Bondi Beach in Australia, according to a

British Tourist Unknowingly Handles One Of The World's Deadliest Creatures In Philippines

McConnell later said he was unaware of the danger at the time and only understood the seriousness after his post went viral.

India's GDP to grow 7.5% in FY27, inflation to remain benign, Axis Bank economist says

India's economy is set for strong growth above seven percent in 2026. This surge will be fueled by government reforms and supportive monetary pol

Bondi Beach shooting: Three Indian students among those injured

The Indian students identities havent been disclosed and their exact condition has not been formally confirmed yet

Prime Minister Narendra Modi departed for Ethiopia from Jordan

In his first visit to Ethiopia, the Prime Minister will address the Joint Session of Parliament