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Cisco Supports Telanganas Skill University

The meeting also deliberated on further action plans under the companys MoU with the state signed last year.

High Alert for Republic Day After Inputs on Operation 2626

Agencies warn of cross-border plot targeting Delhi and Jammu & Kashmir

Thoughtful diplomacy needed on Greenland tensions, says NATO chief Mark Rutte

NATO chief Mark Rutte stresses diplomacy for Greenland tensions. He is meeting President Donald Trump in Davos. Rutte assures that Europe will de

Most employees in the US will get a 'Peanut Butter'-style pay raise heres what it means

US pay raises 2026: Get ready for a change in your 2026 pay raise. Many companies are moving to a flat, across-the-board increase for all employe

Word of the day: Clishmaclaver

Word of the day: A unique Scots word, clishmaclaver, describes empty talk. This term captures gossip, idle chatter, and nonsense. It highlights c

Davos: Hemant Soren says Shanti Act opens new era for mineral-rich Jharkhand

Speaking at the ET House in Davos on Tuesday, Soren said Jharkhand is closely evaluating opportunities arising from the new legislation on nuclea

Greenland releases 'crisis' guidelines as Trump threat looms

Greenland's government unveiled a new brochure on Wednesday offering advice to the population in the event of a crisis in the territory, which US

RCB Apprehensive Over Playing At Chinnaswamy Over New Rule

Over deadline to RCB, Karnataka State Cricket Association (KSCA) are the operators of M. Chinnaswamy stadium and its president Venkatesh Prasad a

Q-Day may arrive within 3 years, warns IonQ CEO at World Economic Forum, Davos

Quantum computing is leaping forward at an unprecedented pace, and experts are raising red flags about the future of encryption. Predictions indi

Joint Raids Net Rs 9 Lakh in Penalties for Vehicle Violations

Vigilance teams crack down on tax evasion, overloading and permit violations

WEF 2026: Navigating global tech and trade disruptions, India stands strong, say CEOs at Davos

Indian corporate leaders at Davos highlighted India's economic resilience amidst global challenges, emphasizing the need for faster reforms and d

EU must toughen up in a world of raw power, Ursula von der Leyen warns

Europe must accelerate economic and defense growth. The world now operates on raw power. Internal disputes among allies embolden rivals. France's

TGCHE Holds Workshop To Improve Rankings Of 16 Univs

Prof. V. Balakista Reddy, chairman, TGCHE, said the importance of holding such initiatives is to enhance the institutional funding opportunities,

Census to count near endangered Kashmir Markhor population to begin in Feb

A census to count the elusive Kashmir Markhor, the world's largest wild mountain goat, will commence in early February. The Wildlife Trust of Ind

India has younger population advantage, could be dominant economy in 20 years: Carlyle co-founder David Rubenstein

David Rubenstein, a private equity veteran, shares insights on Donald Trump's business policies and their effect on the US economy. He highlights

Prue Leith exits The Great British Bake Off after 9 seasons as judge

Prue Leith is leaving The Great British Bake Off after nine seasons as a judge. She shared the news on Instagram and said she loved being part of

SIMATS receives international prize at AEEDC Dubai

D.G. Vaishnav College holds food donation drive

Sajad Lone questions Jammu-Kashmir unity, advocates cordial split

Peoples Conference chief Sajad Gani Lone advocated for the separation of Jammu and Kashmir, arguing it would not lead to animosity. He questioned

Retailers, restaurants cite air pollution for weaker December quarter sales in North India

Large retailers and restaurant chains report lower sales in North India. High air pollution levels kept shoppers indoors, impacting footfalls. Re

Why AI infrastructure matters more

The central insight of the governments white paper, Democratising Access to AI Infrastructure, is simple but profound: AI access is destiny. Nati

Tamil Nadu issues guidelines as chikungunya cases rise in State

Davos is a state of mind. Slightly chilly. Absurdly expensive

The World Economic Forum in Davos sees Indian businessmen navigate a unique experience, from sartorial crises with overcoats to the quest for aut

MERF does 100 paediatric auditory brainstem implants

Centres established at ten places in cityto demonstrate EVM, VVPAT use to public

Case Against Telangana Village Panchayat Over Alleged Killing Of 100 Dogs

Telangana Police have registered a case against the Gram Panchayat governing body of Yacharam village in Rangareddy district, alleging the villag

Tillman Global Holdings to invest up to Rs 60,000 crore in 1GW Maharashtra data centre

Tillman Global Holdings will invest up to Rs 60,000 crore in a new data centre in Maharashtra. This adds to their existing commitments in Telanga

Ahead of key Ladakh meet, Buddhist group meets MoS Home, opposes statehood demand

A delegation from Zanskar, Kargil, met with Union Minister Nityanand Rai to oppose Ladakh's statehood demand, seeking instead a separate autonomo

GCC launches drive to improve waste segregation

Discarded materials were collected after being segregated at the source across wards during the drive

Ahead of R-Day, DGP reviews security scenario

Srinagar, Jan 21: Jammu and Kashmir Police Chief, Nalin Prabhat on Wednesday directed the force to deal firmly with anti-national elements posing

Second-generation reforms required in higher education to make India a developed nation

By strengthening faculty capability, aligning pedagogy with assessment, embracing inclusivity, and embedding reflective learning practices, highe

Lokesh Says AP Building Resilient Innovation Ecosystem Through Reforms

The minister, who also handles the IT and electronics portfolio, interacted with technology leaders at a session in Davos on Wednesday: Reports

Action plan for comprehensive MSME assessment

Jammu Tawi, Jan 21:Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo, today reviewed the implementation of the MSME Health Clinic under the Raising and Accelerating M

'You Have To Be AI Fluent For Employment Going Forward': Rishad Premji To NDTV

India has not missed the artificial intelligence (AI) bus and there are several opportunities available for the country's companies, which can he

NUkler Keen on Nuclear Power Plant in Telangana

Rs 6,000-crore small modular reactor plan pitched at Davos to Telangana govt

Omar invokes Jinnahs two-nation theory to taunt calls for separate Jammu state

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah accused BJP MLAs of promoting Muhammad Ali Jinnahs two-nation theory by demanding a separate Jammu

Goa inks MoU with Starlink to explore satellite internet for smart governance, disaster response

In a move aimed at strengthening digital infrastructure and connectivity across the state, the Department of Information Technology, Electronics

Schools resume regular classes for Class 6 onwards

UP Eatery Owner, Cook Arrested After Video Of Spitting On Dough Goes Viral

The Ghaziabad Police has arrested the owner and a cook of a local eatery here after a video purportedly showing the cook spitting on dough while

Mumbai Man Loses Rs 16.50 Lakh In Digital Arrest For 'Delhi Blast Probe'

A 75-year-old retired BMC official was allegedly duped of Rs 16.50 lakh by cyber fraudsters who posed as ATS and NIA officials and placed him und

No fresh MBBS counselling possible in J&K; SMVDIME students face uncertain future

Even as Chief Minister Omar Abdullah assured relocation of SMVDIME medical students to other colleges, JKBOPEE has said it lacks the authority to

Rethinking disability and mental health law in India

Two recent laws on mental and physical disabilities stress autonomy, inclusion, and non-discrimination. Yet, they rarely intersect in aid of thos

Sonam Wangchuk's Wife Says He Wants Thermometer For Experiments In Jail

Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk has asked for a thermometer in the Jodhpur jail to conduct some experiments on eco-responsive architecture to mak

ArcelorMittal to Start Steel Plant Work in February: Naidu

At Davos meet, CM invites UAE firms to invest in AP

Helicopter service to snow bound border areas

Jammu Tawi, Jan 21:The Jammu and Kashmir administration Wednesday restored subsidized helicopter services to Gurez valley and other remote border

Motorists Say Cops Defying Telangana HC Fiat on Challans

'HC reminded that cops are not collection agents. They cannot act as both accuser and judge on the roadside.'

Davos Meet: CM Projects AP As Global Green Revolution Hub

Natural farming is no longer just a choice; it is a necessity to heal the earth. In AP, we have mobilized 18 lakh farmers, who are prepared to im

MCD to allocate Rs 10 crore for dog shelters in upcoming budget

The Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) is likely to allocate Rs 10 crore in its upcoming budget primarily for expanding and strengthening three

Sunjay Kapur's mother seeks cancellation of family trust

Rani Kapur has approached the Delhi High Court. She seeks to cancel the Rani Kapur Family Trust. She alleges fraud and diversion of her assets. T

Operation LUNGS 3.0 in Vizag soon; shop cellars to be made parking spaces

Business establishments running illegal operations from cellars will face legal actions, including cancellation of occupancy permissions and trad

J&K: Op Trashi-I enters Day 4, hunt for ultras intensified

Operation Trashi-I continues for the fourth day in Kishtwar's dense forests, with security forces intensifying their search for fleeing terrorist

Cong discusses issues of public concern with CM

Jammu Tawi, Jan 21: A delegation of Congress leaders led by the partys Jammu and Kashmir unit working president Raman Bhalla met Chief Minister O

IWDC Meet To Boost Growth Of Inland Waterways

The day-long meeting would be chaired by Union shipping and waterways minister Sarbananda Sonowal, with minister of state Shantanu Thakur and min

Doctor Held for Double Murder

Acting on the complaint, police on Wednesday subjected Mallesh for questioning over the death of Chandrappa and Jayamma wherein he reportedly con

Phrase of the day: Break the Ice

The phrase break the ice reminds us that every relationship starts somewhere. Often, all it takes is one small action to turn silence into conver

Sunita Williams, Jimmy Wales, Ben Johnson at KLF 2026

Over the years, KLF has evolved into one of Indias most influential cultural platforms, and KLF 2026 will host over 400 speakers from 18 countrie

Letters to The Editor January 22, 2026

Indian doctor wins Wiley Research Heroes Prize 2025

Over 400 employees of RINL opt for VRS in third phase

Deadline for submission of VRS application has been extended to January 27 from January 20

Visakha Ukku committee leaders urge Parliament panel to resolve VSP crisis

The lack of captive mines is the primary reason for high production costs, they say

Work from Home, Trading Frauds Cost Residents Rs 20 Lakh

Police said all three cases were registered on Wednesday and investigations are underway.

Wealth Quote of the Day by Palantir CEO Alex Karp, Let the shorts keep doing blow; well just keep building the company From philosophy and law to billion-dollar data power: why Palantirs CEO keeps building while critics bet against him

Wealth Quote of the Day by Palantir CEO Alex Karp, Let the shorts keep doing blow; well just keep building the company Palantir CEO Alex Karp did

Stunts, Selfies, And Scorpios: Korba's School Farewell Goes Wrong

School students in Chhattisgarh's Korba were caught on camera turning city roads into a dangerous playground, leaning out of speeding SUVs, shoot

Trump faces 63% job disapproval as 64% of Americans reject his handling of the economy

A new Wall Street Journal poll reveals that nearly 60 percent of Americans hold a negative view of the U.S. economy under President Trump, with 5

HC Tells Cops To Permit Dharma Raksha Sabha At Balapur On Jan. 24 With Riders

The court witnessed heated arguments between the petitioners counsel and the government pleader for Home: Reports

Jammu and Kashmir: Probe ordered into college students suicide in Doda, professor suspended

A committee has been formed to investigate the alleged suicide of a 20-year-old student in Doda after she was barred from her semester exam. The

CM Woos Hospitality Investments At Davos WEF Meet

The discussions took place on the sidelines of the World Economic Forum annual meeting in Davos.

16 Telangana Officers Inducted Into IAS Cadre

Centre clears promotions under IAS Cadre Rules after state consultation

Judicial removal tough law with a loophole

The operation of a serious constitutional provision for removing an unworthy judge can still be thwarted

Davos: CM Articulates APs Development Strategy and Reform Agenda

Highlighting Andhra Pradeshs industry-friendly environment, Naidu said his government followed a Speed of Doing Business model, ensuring quick ap

CAT directs West Bengal to resubmit DGP panel names to UPSC

The Central Administrative Tribunal has directed the West Bengal government to resubmit names for the Director General of Police selection by Jan

Knowledge of a new language may be counted as skill soon

The government is set to recognize language learning as a key component of the Skill India Mission. This initiative aims to boost overseas job pr

Telangana Availed OD For 9 Days: RBI

According to the latest RBI report released on Wednesday, the state availed the Special Drawing Facility (SDF) on all 30 days of the month, drew

LoC tension ahead of Republic Day: Pakistan violates ceasefire, IED recovered in Shopian

Ahead of Republic Day, Pakistan violated the ceasefire along the LoC in North Kashmir's Keran sector, prompting a strong retaliation by the India

Building bridges: On Central Bank Digital Currency and BRICS

The benefits of cross-border CBDC payments could outweigh costs

Army conducts flag march in Kokrajhar for second day after mob killings

Army, CRPF and RAF remain deployed in Assams Kokrajhar district for a second day after a mob attack linked to suspected cattle theft left two peo

Lowering the age of juvenility for crimes is a step back

The Private Members Bill has the potential to reshape Indias juvenile justice framework, with implications for fairness and rehabilitation

HIL can be a great training ground for the World Cup: Vincent Vanasch

The Belgian shot-stopper feels teammate Mohith is special and predicts a bright future for him; he also hopes to make it to the 2028 Olympics aft

Haryana wins big at Khelo India Winter Games; bags two golds in figure skating

Haryana dominated the second day of the Khelo India Winter Games 2026 in Leh, clinching two gold medals in figure skating as the sport made its d

Governor Refuses To Deliver His Customary Address But Government Exudes Confidence Of Speech

The speech/address sent to him by the State Government is unacceptable: Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot

Camps will be organised at block and panchayat level once a month to give life certificate: Bihar Minister

Beneficiaries number under Social Security Pension Scheme increased to 1.16 crore in 2025 from 12 lakh in 2005

50,000 Visually Impaired To Chant Gita At Chinmaya Fete

The celebrations will feature thematic stalls, interactive activities and a virtual reality journey showcasing the life and vision of the Mission

Wife of this billionaire buys MF Hussain's painting for Rs 118 crore, details here

MF Hussain's 14-foot-long painting, Gram Yatra, remains one of his best artworks, both in vision and scale. With a record sale, it became the mos

SC asks NCR states to act on CAQM's recommendations

The Supreme Court has taken a decisive stance against air pollution, mandating that the Delhi government and NCR authorities devise thorough acti

Sonam Wangchuk wants thermometer for experiments, says wife

Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk, currently detained under the NSA in Jodhpur jail, has sought a thermometer to carry out experiments on eco-respo

Delay Social Security until 70? Heres how your monthly check could jump to $2,500

Social Security monthly benefit increase: Americans born in 1960 or later face a critical decision regarding Social Security. Starting in 2026, t

JEE Main: First Shift Easy, Second Moderate

Admit cards for the first three dates have been released, while those for January 28 and 29 will be issued in due course.

Karnataka governor refuses to address joint house session

Karnataka Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot has refused to deliver his address at the state assembly's joint sitting. He objects to specific paragraph

Abhisheks Fireworks Help India Beat New Zealand in T20 Opener

New Zealand could only muster 190-7 in response as regular wickets helped India take a 1-0 lead in the warm-up series ahead of the T20 World Cup

Defection Fears haunt Shiv Sena (UBT) As BMC Mayor Election Nears

Speculation intensified after Dr Mhaske remained absent from a crucial meeting held at Shiv Sena Bhavan in Dadar on Wednesday to elect the partys