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Faith beyond barriers: Punjab village shows the true spirit of Religious Unity, Tolerance

In a shining example of interfaith harmony and mutual respect standing in stark contrast to the mindset of intolerance seen elsewhere a 75-year

Identity deception case in Ratlam

Posing as Hindu, Muslim man lures woman into divorce with fake marriage promise A disturbing case of identity deception has come to light in Madh

After Al Hind Air, FlyExpress, this UP-based airlines to start operations in India in..., check details

After IndiGo crisis, the Union Aviation Ministry has given nod to three new airlines to start operations in India soon. Apart from Al Hind Air an

Woman Cheats Man Of Rs 20 Lakh In Matrimony Scam

According to police, the victim and the woman had been in contact for some time after connecting online. Gaining his trust by promising marriage,

Most Bihar Cabinet Ministers are wealthier than CM Nitish Kumar

Mr. Kumars assets are worth 1.66 crore, up 68,455 from last year; his Deputy CMs Samrat Choudhary and V.K. Sinha are significantly wealthier, wit

Rs 638-crore GST Penalty Imposed On Vodafone Idea

Vodafone Idea said in a statutory filing that it disagrees with the order and will take legal action against it

Pregnant Leopardess Found Dead Near Bengaluru Forest

Somashekar warned he will stage a protest if suitable action is not initiated to illegal stone quarrying in his Assembly seat

CMs New Year Bonanza: Five Categories of Land Removed from Prohibited List

Vijayawada: In a major New Year gift, the three-party alliance government has removed five categories of land from the prohibited list under Sect

BRS MLA Booked for Encroaching on Durgam Cheruvu Lake

The HYDRAA complained to the police on Wednesday, a day after it resumed the five-acre reclaimed land of Durgam Cheruvu lake in Gachibowli.

New Year's Day celebration turns deadly in Switzerland: 40 people dead, 115 injured in fire at Swiss Alpine bar

Swiss blaze on Thursday came 25 years after an inferno in the Dutch fishing town of Volendam on New Years Eve, which killed 14 people and injured

Hyderabad's Annual Numaish Begins, Draws Early Crowds

Many stalls were still being set up, while others selling clothes, household items, crockery and food were functional

Electrician Electrocuted At New Year Event

On Wednesday night, while the celebrations were under way, Showkat, who had been engaged for electrical works at the venue, was electrocuted.

Anurag Kashyap on How Bombay Velvet Strained His Bond with Ranbir, Anushka

Kashyap discusses the awkwardness he felt in facing Ranbir Kapoor and Anushka Sharma post-Bombay Velvet, highlighting how the film's failure affe

CBI Books Delhi Man for Misusing PMs Name in Jet Engine Claims

He continued sending follow-up emails, including suggestions for coordination among defence laboratories.

Vacant Supervisory Posts, Delayed Service Rules Hurting Government Schools

On the National Education Policy, teacher groups said the state should refuse its implementation, arguing that it curtailed states rights and lim

130 Booked in Drunken Driving Checks in Nizamabad

In Nizamabad, police conducted extensive drunken driving checks on December 31 to ensure public safety during New Year celebrations. Teams from v

Sangita Kalanidhi award conferred on violinist R.K. Shriramkumar

Music is an unfathomable ocean; continuous practice opens doors for students, says violinist Rajam on the occasion of the Sadas of the Music Acad

Hyderabad Rings In 2026 with Midnight Cheers, Morning Prayers

Several organisations marked the occasion with sapling plantation drives to promote environmental awareness, while fitness enthusiasts began the

Post-festive rush chokes BengaluruMysuru highway, Tumakuru Road, NICE Road

Commuters attribute the congestion to the simultaneous return of holidaymakers after an extended break

Commercial LPG Rate Raised By Rs 111 Per Cylinder, ATF Price Reduced By 7.3 pc

The ATF price in Delhi was cut by Rs 7,353.75 per kilolitre, or 7.3 per cent, to Rs 92,323.02 per kl. The reduction comes after three rounds of m

Significant role in strengthening governance: Centre launches e-bill system for fertilizer subsidies; platform to digitise workflow

Union Fertilizers Minister J P Nadda launched an integrated e-bill system to digitally process fertilizer subsidies worth approximately Rs 2 lakh

Unprecedented Tax Increase to Cripple Legal Industry, MSMEs: TII

TII expresses shock over the significant duty hike announced on December 31, 2025, contradicting previous claims of revenue neutrality by the Gov

Government to Target Accident Black Spots to Reduce Deaths

He noted that RTC buses were one of the safest modes of transport, with an accident rate of 0.07 per one lakh km.

Gross GST Collections Rise 6.1pc To Over Rs 1.74 lakh cr in December

As per the finance ministry data, the GST revenue in December 2024 was over Rs 1.64 lakh crore. Gross revenue from domestic transactions rose 1.2

Hyacinth Eclipses Durgam Cheruvus Tourist Appeal

More than half of the lakes surface is covered with the invasive weed.

Buy iPhone 17 Pro Max now and save over Rs 11,000 with New Year deals

Apples iPhone 17 Pro Max gets a Rs 11,000+ discount ahead of New Year. Available at Rs 1,38,490 with extra Rs 4,000 off on select cards. Features

Petrol Poured On His Head: Wife Of Hindu Man Attacked In Bangladesh

The devastated wife of a minority Hindu man, who was attacked with sharp weapons and set afire in Bangladesh, is at a loss for words.

CM challenges KCR to discuss water projects in Assembly

Alleges lure of commissions responsible for PRLIS project cost rising from 32,000 crore to 84,000 crore; Mr. Revanth Reddy says government will i

Nine Dead Due to Water Contamination in Indore: Vijayavargiya

Officials said that 162 people affected by water contamination were undergoing treatment in different hospitals.

Test report confirms bacterial contamination in 26 Indore water samples

Official death toll at four, but residents say 14 people have died; 2,800 sick, 272 admitted to hospitals; entire supply line cleaned, leakages r

Revanth Meets Governor, Chief Justice To Extend New Year Greetings

Others who met Revanth Reddy include additional DGP (law and order) Mahesh M. Bhagwat, special chief secretary (home) C.V. Anand, senior IPS offi

Telangana Was Part of Asmaka Mahajanapada, Reveals ASI Inscription

Of these, 10 inscriptions belong to the Satavahana period.

Pathankot Attack: Timeline of Events

In January 2016, India faced a tense situation as armed terrorists attacked the Pathankot Air Force Station. The incident unfolded over several d

VSU Launches Competitive Exams Centre For Students

VSU officials said students must look beyond classroom learning and equip themselves with the skills required to succeed in an increasingly compe

We Added Water To Packaged Milk: Indore Family Loses 5-Month-Old

God gave us happiness after ten years... and then God took it away, murmuring this repeatedly, an elderly woman weeps quietly in a narrow lane of

Kerala Health Authorities Ordered a Probe into the Deaths of Two Kidney Patients Due to a Suspected Hospital-Acquired Infection

Both were among 27 patients who underwent dialysis on December 29. Hospital officials said their blood tests showed elevated counts, indicating i

Ashes 2025-26: Usman Khawaja included in Australia's Sydney Test squad, set to address media amid retirement talks

Australia have named their squad for the Sydney Test in the Ashes 2025-26, with Usman Khawaja included despite growing retirement speculation. Th

From Hyderabad To Emily in Paris

Hyderabad-based jewellery designer, Ridhi Asrani is making waves internationally as her collection has been showcased in both shows And Just Lik

Defence Ministry Clears Rs 3.84 Lakh Cr Capital Acquisitions

Focus on modernisation, indigenisation and reforms to boost defence preparedness

Officials Urge Public to Skip Bouquets, Help Hostel Students

Prakasam, Nellore officials call for meaningful New Year gifts

Trump, in interview, defends his energy and health, offers new details on screening he underwent

President Trump defended his health in an interview, revealing he underwent a CT scan, not an MRI, during an October examination. He expressed re

Chennithala announces aid for projects in Chavakkad

Local poll officers will visit marginalised electors to facilitate SIR hearings: WB CEO

Representatives of vulnerable communities had appealed to the Chief Electoral Officer to protect eligible electors unable to find their lineage i

India To Receive Its 1st Bullet Train On Aug 15 Next Year: Ashwini Vaishnaw

Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on Thursday indicated that India is likely to receive its first Bullet Train on August 15, 2027.

Watch: Residents voice anger after water contamination deaths in Indore

You are nominated, I am elected ': Trinamools offensive against CEC Gyanesh Kumar sets stage for rough SIR ride in West Bengal

MP: Muslim Body Issues Fatwa Against Actress Nushrratt For Participating in Rituals on Mahakal Temple

The Muslim religious leader described her participation in Hindu rituals as a grave sin (Gunah-e-Azeem) for a practicing Muslim and issued a fatw

India not allowed to misuse its allowance of water of western rivers under IWT: Pakistan

Pakistan has expressed serious concerns over India's reported plans for a new hydropower project on the Chenab River. Islamabad stated that India

Delhi Police secures life sentence for two hardcore criminals under MCOCA

Two notorious criminals, Vikas Gulia and Dhirpal, have been handed life imprisonment under the stringent MCOCA law in Delhi. The court found them

IIA scientists unveil secret behind the dusty veil of T Chamaeleontis star

What time is the rose parade? When is the rose bowl parade? Channel, how to watch?

Rose Parade is being held on Thursday morning, January 1 which is a federal holiday.

UP Cop Scans Man With Mobile Phone, Calls Him Bangladeshi. Video Viral

The Uttar Pradesh Police have come under criticism and ridicule on social media after their personnel were seen doing the impossible in Ghaziabad

In FY 2025-26, till Dec, Defence Ministry signed capital contracts amounting to Rs 1.82 lakh crore: Govt

The defence ministry said it has signed capital contracts worth Rs 1.82 lakh crore for modernising the armed forces in 2025-26 up to December, wh

Delhi engulfed in dense fog as IMD issues Orange Alert: How cold will it get tomorrow?

Dense fog covered Delhi as New Year celebrations began, with temperatures expected to dip to 9C. IMD has issued an orange alert, warning of cold

Man arrested on charge of theft

Ponnam Urges Students To Join Road Safety Clubs In Schools

The Road Safety Month will be observed from January 1 to 31, during which a series of awareness programmes will be organised by the transport dep

Brazil Top Court Denies Ex-President Jair Bolsonaro's Plea For House Arrest

Brazil's Supreme Court has rejected former president Jair Bolsonaro's request to convert his prison sentence for plotting a coup to house arrest,

Somaliland Says Won't Host Israeli Military Base In Return For Recognition

The breakaway region of Somaliland on Thursday denied allegations by the Somali president that it would take resettled Palestinians or host an Is

24, Including A Child, Killed In Ukraine's New Year Attack: Russia

Russia accused Ukraine on Thursday of killing at least 24 people, including a child, in a drone strike on a hotel and cafe where civilians were s

'Killed' To Avoid Killing: Ukraine Fakes Death Of Anti-Putin Russian Fighter

Ukraine staged the death of an anti-Kremlin Russian fighter to prevent his killing ordered by Moscow's special forces, Ukrainian military intelli

Conspiracy: Delhi Files Complaint Over Viral 'Teachers Counting Dogs' Claim

The Delhi Directorate of Education has approached the police following viral social media posts claiming that government school teachers were tas

Mandatory waste management system for bulk generators in Maradu

Nostradamus' Predictions For 2026: 7 Months Great War, Biblical Bees And More

Though Nostradamus' prophecies more often than not miss the mark, they do provide a certain thrill to the people reading them.

In Pune, Shiv Sena 'Candidate' Tears, Swallows Party Colleague's Nomination Form

The municipal elections in Maharashtra, already a hot topic across the state, has got juicier, with allegations that a contest in Pune got duplic

Nepal probe commission to summon ex-PM Oli over Gen Z protests

Kathmandu: A commission appointed by Nepals interim government to probe alleged excessive use of force during the September 89 Gen Z movement wil

Rs 300 Lakh Crore of UPI Transactions Made in CY2025

NPCI data shows strong growth in digital payments, up 29% in volume year-on-year

Nizamabad Marks Road Safety Month With Awareness Drive

From January 1 to 31, a series of road safety awareness programmes will be conducted across the district.

Banner row triggers clash, firing near Janardhan Reddys residence in Ballari

Gunmen linked to Satish Reddy opened four or five rounds of fire, the former Minister says while displaying bullets used in the firing

Fact vs Fiction: Clearing Myths About the Pathankot Attack

Ten years after the Pathankot Air Force Station attack, misinformation persists about the events from January 2 to 6, 2016. Understanding the tru

NHAI to rope in new contractor to resume work on 22-crore vehicular underpass near Arcot town

This comes after the multi-crore project was abandoned by an earlier contractor due to lack of funds. Due to this, the police had allowed traffic

Second loop of Hebbal flyover inaugurated

All local body elections to be held this year, says DKS

Indore water contamination: NHRC issues notice to MP govt

New Delhi: The National Human Rights Commission on Thursday said it has issued a notice to the Madhya Pradesh government over the death of seven

New DCP assumes office

No Gig Worker Protest Impact in Prime Areas

Police arrangements, entry checks and crowd flow continued as scheduled

3 Killed In Iran Protests Over Economy As Inflation Hits 42%

Protesters and security forces clashed in western Iran on Thursday, with three people reported killed, the first deaths since the cost-of-living

Its Important To Remember The Sacrifices Our Soldiers Make

Apoorva Lakhia on The Battle of Galwan, Salman Khan and raw, real action

GHMC to open new bridge near Hussain Sagar on Jan 2

Hyderabad: The Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation (GHMC) on Friday, January 2, is set to inaugurate a bridge across the Hussain Sagar surplu

KTR Says BRS Should Get PPT Option in House on Irrigation

Says all MLAs have equal rights, and the Opposition must be allowed to place facts

Israel says forces open fire on West Bank stone-throwers, one dead

Palestinian authorities in the West Bank said a 26-year-old man they named as Khattab Al Sarhan was killed and another person wounded

CM Revanth unveils Telangana Prisons Departments diaries, calenders

Hyderabad: Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy unveiled the 2026 New Year diaries and wall calendars of the Telangana Prisons Department at the Secret

Trump delays higher furniture tariffs for one year, easing price pressure on shoppers

Donald Trump delayed higher tariffs on furniture and home goods for one year. The move keeps current taxes but pauses bigger increases. The decis

2025 was the eighth warmest year whereas the 2016-25 emerged as the warmest decade on record in India, extreme weather events took 2,763 lives last year: IMD

Centre Releases Rs 944 Crore For Flood Rehab Works In J&K

JAMMU, Jan 1: The Centre has released the first installment of Rs 944 crore for reconstruction and rehabilitation works in flood-affected areas o

Two students killed in motorcycle crash at Narsingi

Explained: Why are government school teachers protesting in Tamil Nadu

Tamil Nadu government school teachers protest for equal pay, demanding resolution of longstanding pay disparities

'It's a real shame': Former India captain hits out at Ajit Agarkar, Gautam Gambhir over Sarfaraz Khan snub across formats

Former India captain Dilip Vengsarkar has criticised selectors Ajit Agarkar and Gautam Gambhir for overlooking Sarfaraz Khan across all three for

Trouble in paradise? Justin Timberlake and Jessica Biel said to be living separate lives

Justin Timberlake and Jessica Biels marriage is reportedly under strain, with friends concerned that the relationship is no longer healthy. Sourc

The Unhealthy Workout ADHD

Peoples obsession and ennui with new fitness fads is worrisome; experts say it takes a toll on muscle recovery and overall well-being

Telangana: Governor Receives New Year Wishes From CM, Cabinet Ministers, Dignitaries

CM Revanth Reddy, ministers and officials call on Governor during open house

Sabarimala gold theft case: Pinarayi denies interference by his office in SIT probe

Chief Minister says it is common knowledge that SIT probe is monitored by High Court, ruling out need for a CBI probe at this stage, adding that