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Man held for snatching gold jewellery from elderly woman in Arani

GSDP share as criterion for central-State transfers

GSDP share is a meaningful indicator of the accrual of central taxes at the State level

Justice Chandru launches distribution ofThe HinduYear Book to UPSC aspirants

Letters to The Editor January 9, 2026

Amit Shah reviews security situation in J&K

Union Home Minister directs security agencies to ensure the goal of terror-free Jammu and Kashmir is achieved at the earliest

Conditional ease: on the Central Drugs Standard Control Organization guidelines

The CDSCO guidelines should not regress into a pay and pass scheme

Nationwide internet blackout in Iran as protests mount, watchdog reports

Internet access and telephone lines in Iran cut out after demonstrators join protest called by exiled crown prince

Top courts green governance, cause for uncertainty

The Supreme Court should protect the environment by disciplining the state back into regulation

The making of a Jallikattu bull

In Thottiapatti near Madurai, a hub for buying and rearing jallikattu bulls, economy is built around native breeds

TNPCB urges public to celebrate smoke-free Bhogi

Emergency alerts sent as UK braces for big storm

Britain faces a severe storm bringing dangerous winds, heavy rain, and snow. Forecasters predict significant snowfall in central England, potenti

Fifty years: Chinese PM Chou En-lai dead

Hundred years: National memorial to Queen Alexandra

Stranger Things Chapter Nine is real or fake? Here's complete truth about Episode 9 rumors, Conformity Gate claims, fan theories, why fans do not accept ending

Stranger Things Chapter Nine is real or fake? This explainer breaks down Episode 9 rumors, fan theories, Conformity Gate claims, Netflix response

Hell's Paradise Season 2 coming: Check release date, plot, and other details

Hell's Paradise returns for Season 2 on January 11, 2026, delving deeper into the island of Shinsenkyo. Gabimaru and survivors face the near-immo

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BJP suspends three members in Thiruvananthapuram

The three were suspended for allegedly working to defeat the partys candidates in three wards of the Corporation in the recently held local body

Shrill reactions: Indias cricketing ties with its subcontinental neighbours

Indias cricket is being held hostage to political compulsions

Fake social media accounts of Jayanagar MLA used to cheat public; case registered

HSBC to pay 267.5 million euros in France over tax fraud claim

The $312 million deal with French financial prosecutors, which sees the bank avoid further prosecution, was approved by a judge at a Paris court.

Estonian Combing Machines Set To Rejig Chennai Beach Cleaning

The machines were purchased under the 'Namakku Naame' scheme to clean popular spots like Marina, Besant Nagar, Kottivakkam, Palavakkam, and other

Karnataka Cabinet Decides To Wage A Legal Fight Against MGNREGA Repeal

The resolution to fight repealing of MGNREGA was taken at a cabinet meeting in Bengaluru and briefing media persons about the cabinet resolve to

ED, I-PAC move Calcutta HC over raids linked to coal scam probe

The stage is set for a legal showdown as the Enforcement Directorate and I-PAC have filed a petition with the Calcutta High Court following recen

Russia says foreign troops in Ukraine would be targets after UK and France pledge post-ceasefire deployment

Russia has issued a stark warning that it will view any deployment of Western troops to Ukraine as a legitimate military target. This announcemen

WPL - Chance for domestic players to steal the spotlight

New clashes hit Iran as opposition urges protests, strikes

Twelve days of protests have shaken the clerical authorities under Ayatollah Ali Khamenei already battling economic crisis after years of sanctio

Tamil Nadu Should Be on Top in Next Gens Technology: CM Stalin

Stalin said that Umagine was the proclamation of the States journey to the future and its triumph

LIVE | VP JD Vance & Karoline Leavitt hold press briefing over Minnesota ICE shooting

The Ashes aftermath Englands Test future at the crossroads

The line between carefree and careless often blurred, but not too many seemed to take notice, or be too bothered about it; it has happened far to

Supreme Court Revives 13 ACB FIRs, Sets Aside AP HC Order

Apex court calls HC ruling a travesty, gives six months to file final report

Home Ministry for talks with Ladakhi leaders in last week of January

The talks were last held on October 22, 2025

Adhir Ranjan: I-PAC did anything for money for TMC

In a day of fiery exchanges, Congress figure Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury unleashed a wave of criticism directed at I-PAC, asserting its role as a pupp

With 52-47 vote, Senate raps Trump on Venezuela, seeks to limit war powers

The Senate voted to debate a resolution limiting President Trump's war powers in Venezuela, a symbolic move against his authority. Meanwhile, Tru

Excise officers attacked by MDMA case accused

Mortgage rates tick up again, but still hover near their lowest levels of 2025

Mortgage rates in the U.S. moved up a little but remain low for 2025. This helps some home buyers save money on loans. Rates are lower than last

Row mirrors CM's 2019 showdown with CBI over ex-Kolkata police chief

West Bengal's Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee's recent visit to Pratik Jain's I-PAC office recalls the tense moments of the 2019 Rajeev Kumar case

Dept. of Posts to hold Pension Adalat in Chennai on January 19

Uniform Allowance sanctioned for Spl Security Force Personnel

Jammu Tawi, Jan 8: The Jammu and Kashmir Government has sanctioned an initial uniform allowance and annual renewal allowance in favour of personn

Stray Dogs Sense Fear, May Attack People Who Are Scared: Top Court

While continuing its hearing in the suo motu case on stray dog management in public spaces, the Supreme Court on Thursday remarked that dogs are

Special RTC Buses From Today For Holidays

The state government has declared Sankranti holidays for schools from January 10 to 16. Usually, families from Nizamabad and Kamareddy districts

'Never Spoke To Umar Khalid In 5 Years': Sharjeel Imam On Delhi Riots Case

Activist Sharjeel Imam on Thursday concluded his arguments before a Delhi court against the framing of charges in the alleged larger conspiracy c

Indore Water Contamination Tragedy: Digvijay Demands Probe by HC Sitting Judge

MP Congress chief wants special audit of Indore water supply system

Four-day winter camp begins at Zoo Park

IPS Officer Visits Hotel Amid Nadda's Meeting, Sparks Mystery

The BJP leaders present there looked curious after coming to know about the cops quick entry and exit

Chennai Book Fair is a confluence of knowledge, says CM Stalin

Privatisation of Oil, Gas Production Making Wells in KG Basin Vulnerable

Aging wells, pipelines and private operators blamed for fires, leaks and pollution

Paramount again tells Warner Bros its offer trumps Netflix's

Warner Bros Discovery's board on Wednesday rejected Paramount's amended hostile offer that included a $40 billion in equity personally guaranteed

IED recovered in Rajouri; destroyed

India Energy Week 2026 To Kick Off Global Energy Agenda in Goa

The event will spotlight nuclear, sustainable aviation fuel, hydrogen, renewables, LNG, petrochemicals, city gas services, and India Net Zero

FBI, DOJ exit cooperation on probe of ICE agent who fatally shot woman: Minnesota crime bureau

BCA cited lack of complete access to the evidence, witnesses and information collected

Build Young India Schools For Girls First, Says Revanth

Revanth Reddy asked officials to explore setting up solar kitchens at these schools under the Pradhan Mantri Kusum scheme

After NMC withdraws nod to MBBS course, Omar says government to accommodate selected students in other colleges

Olivia Rodrigo celebrates 5th anniversary of Drivers License with special vinyl and covers

Olivia Rodrigo is celebrating the fifth anniversary of her breakout hit Drivers License, the track that transformed her from a Disney icon into a

UN raises India's 2026 GDP forecast to 6.6%, pegs next yr's growth at 6.7%

India's economic horizon shines bright with projections of 6.6% growth by 2026 and 6.7% by 2027, as forecasted by the UN. This surge is fueled by

MHA says talks in last part of January, Ladakh leaders hope talks will be on statehood, Sixth Schedule

CAG Exposes Telanganas Shaky Financial Health Under BRS Rule

In its latest report, 'State Finances 2023-24: Decadal Analysis', the countrys top auditor indicated that the current fiscal crisis was a result

Jaishankar: India, Europe can bring more stability to international economy and global politics

India's External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met with French counterpart Jean-Noel Barrot in Paris, emphasizing the strengthening India-Europe

Global summit of Tamil entrepreneurs and professionals begins in Madurai

Karnataka: Boy Missing After Play Traced Sleeping In Rocky Hollow Near Home In Gujjadi

On Wednesday, as usual, the boy went to school, returned home, and at around 6 pm, went out to play with other children near the Bengeri Naga Tem

Suggestions For Tejashwi Yadav, Including A Lalu Yadav Move, After Bihar Loss

Bihar's opposition Rashtriya Janata Dal, after two months of introspection into its crushing defeat in the assembly elections, has come up with a

Telangana Seeks Driving Training and Research Institute

According to the state transport department, Union minister Gadkari assured that the issues raised by the Telangana government would be positivel

Pulicat Festival To Promote Trekking, Eco-tourism

Officials said the event would be used as a platform to highlight Tirupati districts natural wealth, including its nearly 42 per cent forest cove

Go Swadeshi: CEA V Anantha Nageswaran calls for urgent indigenisation amid global trade headwinds

The Chief Economic Adviser has spotlighted key industries such as semiconductors, defence production, and critical industrial chemicals for self-

Coupling Failure Splits Goods Train Near Rayadurgam

Railway authorities said train services on the route continued as usual, with no major disruption reported.

India to grow 6.6% in 2026 on strong consumption, public investment: UN

The UN has upgraded India's economic growth projection to 6.6% for 2026, citing resilient private consumption and strong public investment. Polic

Andhra Pradesh: CJ Lauds Justice Mallikarjuna Raos Service

Chief Justice said the judge discharged his duties with dedication and without controversy

India faces heat as Trump okays 500% tariff on countries buying Russian oil

This bill would give President tremendous leverage against countries like China, India, Brazil to incentivise them to stop buying cheap Russian o

Macron blasts Trump: America is abandoning its allies amid Greenland row

DNA TV Show: ED vs CM Mamata Banerjee in West Bengal

Shortly after the raids, the Mamata government swung into action. During this time, there was a heated exchange between the CM and the ED officia

7 RSS-BJP Activists Get Life Term in 2008 CPM Leader Murder Case

The case pertains to the murder of CPM local leader Latheesh, who was hacked to death on December 31, 2008, at Thalayi near Thalassery, allegedly

UN predicts world economic growth to slip to 2.7% in 2026

Global economic growth is set to slow in 2026 before picking up in 2027. The United States economy is expected to see modest growth. China's econ

Franchise Scam Busted; Three Arrested, MD Sent To Jail

Police said the company supplied goods and paid benefits until August 2025, but stopped supplies from September 2025 and failed to pay the assure

Will your 2026 tax refund change under new tax brackets as the IRS starts accepting 2025 returns January 26 nationwide?

New tax brackets 2026: The IRS 2026 tax season is expected to be one of the most unusual in years. The IRS will start accepting 2025 tax returns

Couple murdered in Dindigul

Ballari Clash Will Not be Handed Over to CBI, Asserts Home Minister

Kumaraswamy stated the Ballari clash as serious in nature which he felt needed an investigation by CBI sleuths

BJP not exerting pressure on AIADMK: Nainar Nagenthran

India to grow at 7.2% in 2025-26 with overall U.S. tariff impact to be offset, U.N. body predicts

While the U.S. tariffs could impact growth if they persist, several other factors such as demand from Europe and the Middle East could offset the

We took advantage of a slightly shorter boundary on one side:Nabi

Deadline Gets Pushed Back, SLBC Tunnel Needs Three Years Of Work

The completion of the SLBC tunnel project will take longer than anticipated, pushing back the January 2028 deadline of the government by one more

MEO arrested for demanding, accepting bribe of 40k in Paderu

Amid tensions with India, Bangladesh temporarily halts visa services due to...

Foreign Affairs Adviser M Touhid Hossain's remarks came after Bangladesh's Deputy High Commission in Kolkata overnight restricted visa services,

Power Lines Delay Air Ambulance Landing In Madhya Pradesh, Pilot Hovers For 15 Minutes

An air ambulance sent to evacuate a critically ill patient in Madhya Pradesh's Dindori was forced to hover for nearly 15 minutes after the pilot

Amid Water Deaths, Indore Collector, Mayor Visit RSS Office, Congress Irked

A political controversy has erupted in Madhya Pradesh after Indore Collector Shivam Verma and Mayor Pushyamitra Bhargava visited the Rashtriya Sw

PFRDA Issues Norms For NPS Vatsalya

Launched pursuant to the Union Budget of the Financial Year (FY 2024-25), NPS Vatsalya Scheme is long term savings scheme for securing the future

US-seized oil tanker row: 3 Indians among detained crew; Moscow demands humane treatment

'If Veep Can...': Top Court On Rajya Sabha Chairman's Role Over Impeachment

The Supreme Court said if the vice president can exercise the functions of the president in the absence of the president, then why cannot the Raj

How A Scrap Of Paper, Sniffer Dog Cracked A 70-Year-Old's Murder In Madhya Pradesh

For two months, the murder of 70-year-old Shivnarayan Kaurav haunted Madhya Pradesh's Gangepura village.

National Basketball championships: Tajinderbir, Arshjot help Punjab pip Chandigarh

Vizag lacks air quality monitorning infra for real-time data

City needs five such stations in four different category of locations - residential, traffic, commercial and industrial

Alphabet (GOOG) beats Apple in market cap for first time since 2019 here's how Google became worlds second most valuable company

Alphabet has reclaimed its position as the world's second most valuable company, surpassing Apple for the first time since 2019. This shift is dr