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Ratha Saptami to be Observed at Tirumala on Jan. 25

The festival falls on Magha Shukla Saptami, also known as Magha Saptami, which is considered highly sacred in Hindu tradition

Helmet Fine Issued to Auto Owner Exposes Glaring Error in Traffic Challan System

He said i was shocked to learn that I had been fined for not wearing a helmet while driving an auto-rickshaw

State-level distribution of sustainable hygiene products to begin on January 20

Finance Minister K.N. Balagopal will launch a State-wide initiative to distribute 1.69 lakh menstrual cups and incinerators in select institution

Money-laundering probe: ED files chargesheet against betting website owned by Pakistanis; 14 accused named

ISKCON Tirupatis grand prize draw concludes, three awarded 10-day Divine Yatra

Sri Vedavardhana Tirtha Swamiji Ascends Paryaya Peetha of Udupi Sri Krishna Math

The Paryaya celebration signifies the transfer of responsibility for the daily worship of Lord Krishna and the administration of the historic Udu

Rajendrans decision to join BJP will not affect CPI(M), says Mani

Veteran CPI(M) leader says the party follows a distinct ideology that is not impacted by individuals leaving it

Commuters start using Mahakalipadpu railway underpass before official launch

Advocates Cant Use RTI for Client Cases: CIC

CIC reiterated that a practising advocate cannot seek information relating to cases instituted by him on behalf of his client

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Tithi: Magha Bahula Padyami till 2.12 am (Tuesday)

YSRCP to meet DGP seeking action in Dalit activists murder

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Majority of incumbent MLAs in Kozhikode may get another chance

There are 13 Assembly constituencies in the district and the Left Democratic Front has 11 representatives. The others belong to the Indian Union

Siddaramaiah dismisses demand for CBI probe into Ballari violence

Voice recordings help unearth murder of wife by husband, paramour

Hyderabad: 21-year-old man dies by suicide due to depression

Hyderabad: A 21-year-old man died by suicide at his house in Hyderabad, allegedly due to depression. The man identified as Vikash Kumar Mandal ha

Two killed in mass Russian drone attack on Ukraine, Zelenskyy says

Zelenskyy said the Sumy, Kharkiv, Dnipro, Zaporizhzhia, Khmelnytskyi and Odesa regions were targeted in an attack that included more than 200 dro

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ED files chargesheet against online betting app handled by Pak nationals

The Enforcement Directorate has filed a chargesheet against Magicwin, an online betting website. Pakistani directors of the company are based in

Bigg Boss Kannada 12 grand finale: Gilli Nata is winner of this season

Gilli Nata has emerged as the winner of Bigg Boss Kannada 12. A leaked video features the actor lifting the trophy of this season, according to t

Elephant calf found stranded near Coimbatore shifted to camp in ATR

Assam to attend WEF summit in Davos for first time

Assam is set to make its debut at the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting in Davos, Switzerland, with Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma presenti

Private luxury bus gutted in fire near Ramanathapuram

Uganda maintains social media ban after election

As of January 18 morning, the security presence in Kampala appeared to have significantly decreased, with people out on the streets and shops ope

Is King coming soon? Sid Anands tweet sets social media abuzz

Bollywoods King of Hearts, Shah Rukh Khan, hasnt even appeared on screen yet but the internet is already on fire. This afternoon, director Siddha

Several budget proposals of Tiruchi Corporation are yet to take off

Among the promised projects are the Cauvery riverfront development, food street, and two modern goat slaughterhouses; slow progress of several in

Latest Health Goal, a Post Meal Stroll

Going for a quick 10-15-minute walk after meals can help lower sugar levels and aid digestion

Kalaburagi painter selected for excellence award

Kangana Ranaut recalls 'controversial legal notice' sent by Hrithik Roshan: 'Success became poisonous, life became living hell'

Kangana Ranaut said that she became the highest-paid actress after Queen and Tanu Weds Manu Returns, but it was overshadowed when she received a

TGSRTC workers federation backs strike call against govt. policies

Water level in Papanasam dam stands at 122.80 feet

Lord Krishnas statue was installed in Udupi to spread Gods message to the universe, says Shiroor seer

Sri Vedavardhana Tirtha, seer of Shiroor Mutt, asks people to come to Sri Krishna Mutt during holidays and work as volunteers

A.P. govt. employees association demands 12th Pay Revision Commission

Jagans faction politics haunting Palnadu, alleges Energy Minister

Gottipati Ravi Kumar claims that during its five-year rule, the YSRCP completely devastated the Palnadu region, and now, as the State moves forwa

Davos decked up for WEF 2026 as Madhya Pradesh showcases India's Investment Promise

Held under the theme 'A Spirit of Dialogue', the WEF Annual Meeting 2026 comes at a critical juncture for global cooperation, bringing together t

Editors Guild of India condemns arrest of NTV journos in Telangana

Hyderabad: The arrest of two journalists of Telugu media outlet NTV earlier this week has drawn condemnation from the Editors Guild of India, whi

RCPL raises 30 lakh for education of the underprivileged

Royal Challengers Bidar win league tournament title, Nirmaan Ninjas finish runners-up

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Mental healthcare should be cross-sectoral, say experts

Neha Kirpal and Lakshmi Narasimhan explore resilience, healing, and the quest for wholeness in a conversation with Soma Basu on mental health, re

IT boom boosts real estate momentum in Visakhapatnam

Bloating Blues

If you feel bloated even after a sip of water or a bite of food, then doctors warn that it is beyond routine sensitive digestion

Three suspected poachers held in Wayanad

Tom Hiddleston wants SS Rajamouli as his dream director : fans cant keep calm

Hollywood star Tom Hiddleston, best known across the world as Marvels mischievous Loki, has sent Indian cinema fans into excitement with his late

Greater Chennai Corporation plans to set up digital air quality displays at 100 spots across city

In the first phase, an environmental sensor has been installed on a trial basis at the entrance of Ripon Buildings. The sensors will be linked to

Satish Jarkiholi says he is an aspirant for Chief Ministers post in 2028

I am not in the race for now, says Minister and KPCC working president

1 dead, 24 injured in vehicle pile-up in Uttar Pradesh amid dense fog

A state roadways bus travelling from Gorakhpur to Meerut hit a truck, following which several vehicles coming from behind crashed into one anothe

'I thought he...': Steve Smith responds to dressing room rumours, reveals conversation with Babar Azam

Australia star Steve Smith has revealed details of his conversation with Pakistan batter Babar Azam amid growing reports of dressing room tension

Colonisation, modernisation have largely erased the traditional way of life of people of northeast: Janice Pariat

The Last Free Naga author Jim Kasom says the central theme of the stories was freedom to practice the Naga way of life, which many mistook for th

Civet cat trapped inside chicken cage, rescued and released into the forest in Annamayya district

Kalaburagi tops State in e-Office usage

PM accuses TMC of endangering national security, calls for ending maha jungle raj in Bengal

With the State Assembly polls a few months away, Mr. Modi framed the electoral contest as one between maha- jungle raj and good governance and ur

IIM Jammu chairman to lead delegation at WEF meet in Switzerland

IIM Jammu Chairman Milind P Kamble will lead the Dalit Indian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (DICCI) delegation at the World Economic Forum in

Persimmon health benefits: From weight loss to better digestion and heart health, how this sweet fruit improves your overall health

Persimmon for weight loss: Persimmons offer a delightful taste and a wealth of health benefits. This seasonal fruit is rich in antioxidants, fibr

Sunita Ahuja says she is not just Govinda's wife, cites Jaya Bachchan as inspiration: 'Apni bhi toh identity honi chahiye'

Sunita Ahuja says she has built her own identity beyond being Govinda's wife, citing Jaya Bachchan as an example of a woman recognized for her ow

Trinamool MP Yusuf Pathan visits house of Bengal migrant worker killed in Jharkhand

The visit by the cricketer turned politician to the house of a deceased migrant worker hailing from his constituency comes at instructions of par

Republic Day 2026: Delhi's IGI Airport to witness flight disruptions due to airspace restrictions, authorities issue warning, check details

Ahead of the Republic Day 2026, the Airport security authority on Saturday issued an advisory for travellers warning them of flight delays and ca

Modi succumbing to Trumps pressure: CPI General Secretary

Khammam (Telangana): CPI General Secretary D Raja on Sunday, January 18, accused Prime Minister Narendra Modi of succumbing to the pressure exert

PG students planted over 600 fruit-bearing saplings in Mangalore University campus, says VC

Karnataka bags second place in Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana crop insurance rollout

Dhurandhar 2: Ram Gopal Varma says Ranveer Singh, Aditya Dhar's sequel will be 'biggest multi-starrer in history of cinema'

Read on to know why Ram Gopal Varma has called Dhurandhar 2 he biggest multi-starrer ever in the history of cinema. The much-awaited sequel, dir

Pakistani activist alleges death threats for saving Hindu girls from forced conversion: 'My only crime is speaking against injustice'

Shiva Kachhi's desperate appeal has brought back into spotlight Pakistan's poor minority rights record. Rights activists allege that members of m

Police return 173 mobile phones

55,000 students to be imparted quantum skilling course in A.P.

It is a declaration that the State is ready to shape the next technological revolution, says APSCHE Chairman

The Secret History of Words: Laura Spinney traces history of Proto-Indo-European language

A conversation tracing how a single ancient language branched across continents, shaping the words we speak and the histories they carry. Laura S

Bengal polls: Abhishek Banerjee targets Modi; accuses PM of blocking state's funds

Re-imagining stories: When language travels honestly

A conversation on the lives, truths, and quiet resistance behind stories, and how translation brings them alive for new audiences. Deepa Bhasthi

Kurdish forces withdraw from Syria's largest oil field as government forces advance

The Kurds' de facto autonomous administration, which controls large parts of the northeast, has said the announcement fell short, while the imple

T.N. Chief Minister unveils statue of13th-century Kongu chieftain Kalingarayan in Erode

Pakistan says Trump invited PM Sharif to join Board of Peace for Gaza

Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has received an invitation from United States President Donald Trump. He is asked to join the Board of P

Wars now complex due to new dimensions, says Rajnath Singh; hails private sector defence production role

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh highlighted the evolving nature of warfare, now encompassing energy, trade, and technology. He praised the private

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BLO hospitalised, TMC blames constant SIR workload

Kolkata: A Booth Level Officer (BLO) in South 24 Parganas district involved in Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls has been hospi

Watch: Virat Kohli's hilarious gesture with Daryl Mitchell goes viral after losing world no.1 ranking

Virat Kohli was seen in a light-hearted, hilarious moment with New Zealand batter Daryl Mitchell after losing his World No.1 ranking, with the pl

Political burial of BRS, KCR is true tribute to NT Rama Rao, says Revanth Reddy

Khammam: Invoking the welfare legacies of TDP founder N T Rama Rao, Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy on Sunday said the most fitting tribut

Terrorists engaged in firing, additional troops rushed to Kishtwars Chhatru: Army

A contact was established with terrorists in Son Nar, northeast of Chhatru, during a deliberate search operation conducted as part of ongoing joi

Chitradurga tops State in Ganitha Ganaka initiative

The district is a top performer in the implementation of the evidence-backed programme launched by the State government

MP: Speeding car mows down labourers; 2 killed, 11 hurt in Jabalpur

A speeding, unplated car mowed down labourers during their lunch break, killing two and injuring eleven in Jabalpur on Sunaday. The victims, from

Over 570 kg of waste cleared from villages surrounding Ooty

'Truth of India': Mehbooba Mufti responds to AR Rahman's 'communal' remark; shares 'realities of Indian Muslims'

Sankranti Mahotsavams conclude at Srisailam

SIR of Electoral Rolls Gains Momentum in J&K, Ladakh

April-May Push Likely for Exercise in Twin Union Territories

CII Business Confidence Index Rises to Five-Quarter High of 66.5

The CIIs business confidence index or BCI is based on a sample survey of firms covering all industry sectors, including micro, small, medium, and

Quote of the Day by Dr APJ Abdul Kalam: 'Dont read success stories, you will only get a message. Read failure stories, you will get some ideas to achieve success'

India's Missile Man and 11th President, Dr APJ Abdul Kalam, who played a leading role in the development of Indias missile and nuclear weapons pr

Central committee on Telangana-Andhra water disputes to hold first meet on Jan 30

Hyderabad: The central committee formed to look into water disputes between Andhra Pradesh and Telangana is set to hold its first meeting in New

Watch: PM Modi targets Congress over infiltration as he launches key projects in Assam

Prime Minister Narendra Modi laid the foundation stone for the Kaziranga Elevated Corridor and flagged off Amrit Bharat trains in Assam, while ac

India Open: An retains title with a scintillating display

The Korean World No. 1 proves too good for the second-ranked Wang; Lin upsets Christie in the mens singles summit clash

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How long will Modi government live in denial, asks Congress citing World Bank's air pollution report

Jairam Ramesh said the Congress has suggested a vast expansion of the National Clean Air Programme (NCAP), both in terms of financial outlays and