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Erstwhile Azad loyalists Jugal, Wani, Subash back to Congress

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ICMR Sponsoring Research Into Kidney Diseases At Uddanam

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3.5 Kanal prime land retrieved after demolition drive

Jammu Tawi, Nov 19: In a major demolition drive, authorities on Wednesday retrieved 3.5 kanal prime land at Sidhra after demolishing several ille

Authorities inspects lockers of doctors, medical staff in hospitals

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IGP reviews security situation

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Ladakh LG admits local discontent over imbalanced representation in talks with Centre

Jammu Tawi, Nov 19: Ladakh Lieutenant Governor Kavinder Gupta on Wednesday acknowledged that some people are unhappy with what they see as imbala

Courts take cognisance of the offence, not of the offenders: Madras High Court

Justices S.M. Subramaniam and Mohamed Shaffiq reject a revision petition filed by an accused in a 1,301 crore bank loan misappropriation case

Opposition Targets Shinde, Ask Him To Quit Government

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San Diego Padres legend Randy Jones has died at the age of 75. Jones was the first pitcher from the organization to win the Cy Young Award. He wa

Brazil's Lula returns amid crucial climate finance talks at COP30

Brazil's President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva is pushing for a COP30 agreement on climate action. Negotiators are working to resolve differences,

Curacao makes soccer history as smallest nation by population to qualify for a World Cup

Curacao has achieved an incredible milestone by qualifying for the 2026 World Cup, marking a momentous occasion as the smallest nation by populat

12 Red Sandalwood Logs Seized at Naidupeta; Two Smugglers Arrested

The arrested men were identified as residents of Vellore district, Tamil Nadu. They were shifted along with the seized logs to the Tirupati Task

Apple announces 45 finalists for 2025 App Store Awards

New Delhi: Apple on Wednesday announced 45 finalists for the App Store Awards, recognising some of the most innovative apps and games across 12 c

Ben Stokes desperate to be amongst lucky few captains to have series win in Australia for England

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Ranji Trophy | Mumbai romps to innings victory against Pondicherry

Reset with Riyadh: on U.S.-Saudi Arabia ties

The United States seems to have de-hyphenated Saudi Arabia and Israel in its West Asia plans

Locals Shocked Over Maoists Presence In Autonagar

The gang of 27 occupied the third floor of a building owned by a Visakhapatnam resident. They were given shelter with the help of a mediator. The

Al Falah Group chairman's family property in MP's Mhow gets notice for unauthorised construction

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Top guns@million dollars: New-age CXOs steal show

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370 abrogation hasn't stopped bloodshed: J&K CM Omar Abdullah

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has voiced concern over continued bloodshed in the Union Territory. He stated that the abrogation

Tata Digital reboots to stay more focused, plans major job cuts

Tata Digital is undergoing its third major strategy overhaul, led by new CEO Sajith Sivanandan, who is shifting the company from a do-everything

FBI raises reward as Ex-Canadian Olympian Ryan wedding wanted for global drug network and violent crimes

Ryan Wedding, a former Canadian Olympian, is now one of the FBIs most wanted suspects. Officials say he leads a big international drug group and

Big fall - will Bitcoin go back to $10,000? Bloomberg Intelligence has this to say

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Karnataka govt unveils 50 startup innovations at Bengaluru Tech Summit

Bengaluru: Bengalurus score in the global patents metric is on par with Silicon Valley and Tokyo, underscoring its strength in IP generation and

125 Indians return home from Myanmar scam hubs via Thailand

New Delhi: India on Wednesday repatriated 125 of its nationals from Thailand in a military transport aircraft, after they were released from scam

Epstein Files Will Be Released Within 30 Days: US Attorney General

The US Justice Department will release files from its investigation into Jeffrey Epstein within 30 days, Attorney General Pam Bondi said on Wedne

Afghanistan Turns To India For Trade Expansion In Sharp Snub To Pakistan

Afghanistan's Minister of Industry and Commerce, Alhaj Nooruddin Azizi, arrived in New Delhi on November 19 for a five-day official visit, signal

Will Consider Transferring RG Kar Case To Delhi Or Calcutta: Top Court

The Supreme Court on Wednesday indicated that it would consider transferring the case of the rape and murder of a trainee doctor at the RG Kar Me

Afghan commerce minister seeks support for exports, imports

Afghanistan's minister is in India to boost trade. Discussions will focus on agricultural exports and Indian goods. Transport routes and payment

US report takes note of Russia, India, China huddle at SCO Tianjin meet

A US Congress report noted the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation summit in Tianjin. China, Russia, and India presented a united stance. India's p

China masterminded Rafale disinfo campaign: US report

A US Congress report reveals China's extensive disinformation campaign. The operation used fake news and AI images to damage the reputation of Fr

Delhi blast case: Trouble mounts for Al Falah University Chairman Siddiqui as ED steps in

The Enforcement Directorate is set to share its findings with Delhi Police. This could lead to a new FIR against Al Falah group chairman Jawad Si

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Indian students find Dubai attractive due to easy applications golden visas tax-free income and proximity to India.

NIA arrests Anmol Bishnoi; was absconding since 2022

In a major blow to organized crime, Anmol Bishnoi, the sibling of the infamous gangster Lawrence Bishnoi, has been apprehended by the National In

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JalajSaxena a journeyman in pursuit of a long-cherished dream

The veteran cricketer, playing in his 21stsuccessive First Class season, still eyes the India cap; the reliable all-rounder relishes his myriad r

Minister Anam Says Atmakur Will Be A Leading Town Of AP In All Sectors

The minister toured Atmakur on Wednesday morning, inspecting the upcoming mini bypass road, which is being built with modern facilities and the p

Elon Musk Donated $474 Million In 2024, Largely Towards Entities He Controls

Elon Musk's foundation gave away a record $474 million in 2024, with the vast majority again going to entities he controls.

Bitcoin, Ether, and Solana all crashing hard as more than $1 trillion lost: Why crypto prices are falling so sharply and how long could this crypto correction last?

Bitcoin, Ether, and Solana have all extended their declines amid a broad cryptocurrency selloff in November 2025. Bitcoin fell approximately 3.9%

Bangladesh NSA meets Doval, invites him to visit Dhaka

NEW DELHI: Bangladeshs National Security Advisor Khalilur Rahman met Indian NSA Ajit Doval in New Delhi on Tuesday and formally invited him to vi

'We are coming for you: Bondi, Patel lay new charges against Olympian-turned-drug lord Ryan Wedding

Randy Jones dies at 75: All about the San Diego Padres legend; a look at his personal life, career and achievements

San Diego Padres legend Randy Jones passed away at the age of 75. The left-handed pitcher was a cornerstone of the franchise for decades. Jones w

'We are coming for you. We will find you': Bondi, Patel make explosive claim on Ryan Wedding

Why did Karoline Leavitt skip Trump's big dinner with Mohammad bin Salman after cryptic quote? Questions rise

Karoline Leavitt, White House Press Secretary, grabbed attention by skipping a latest White House black-tie dinner attended by high-profile guest

COCOMI calls for boycott of Sangai Festival 2025

COCOMI, a prominent organization in Manipur, is advocating for a full boycott of the upcoming Sangai Festival 2025. They invite the public to joi

Bill Ackman claims his bold FannieFreddie rescue plan could hand US taxpayers a $300 billion windfall

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Common Management Admission test application deadline extended till Nov 24

NEW DELHI: Bowing to multiple requests from candidates, the National Testing Agency (NTA) has extended the last date for submission of applicatio

Shares of Sammaan Capital Plunge As SC criticizes CBI Probe Against Firm

The court will hear the case next on December 17.In response, Sammaan Capital said in a statement that none of the

Trump Faces Moment Of Truth On Explosive Epstein Files

Trump stunned Washington at the weekend, reversing his months-long opposition to the Epstein Files Transparency Act, ensuring that it sailed thro

Fee doubled for fitness test for 20-year-plus 2-wheelers, cars & commercial vehicles

Family first: BJP leads in dynastic politics in upcoming Maharashtra local body polls

MUMBAI: Maharashtra this year witnessed a disappointing trend of dynastic politics as at least 33 BJP leaders fielded their spouses, children and

Coming soon 29,000 modern aspirational toilets in 3,920 municipal areas

The government is constructing 29,000 aspirational toilets across India to enhance public sanitation at tourist spots and high-footfall areas. Th

Watch: MBS returns to Washington: Three moves that could redefine U.S.-Saudi relations

Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salmans first U.S. visit in seven years delivered three major breakthroughs an American offer to sell F-35 fight

Watch: What the NDA victory means for Bihars economy and its fiscal discipline | Business Matters

The NDA alliance swept the polls in Biahr. What will this mean for Bihars economy in the coming months? Its highly likely we will notice what is

Congress to seek priority debate on US trade talks at all-party meet

The government has scheduled the customary all-party meeting for November 30 ahead of the winter session of Parliament. Congress said it will see

DNA From Laptop Cracks 8-Year-Old Double Murder in US

US investigators cracked the case through DNA extracted from Hameed's company-issued laptop, which matched a blood droplet found at the crime sce

'Let's stick by Constitution': Democrats rally to save Plaskett after Epstein texts trigger outrage

Nitish Kumar to take oath as Bihar CM on Nov 20: A look at his cabinet with 6 new faces, who willbedeputyCM?

Janata Dal (United) supremo Nitish Kumar will return as the Bihar Chief Minister tomorrow for the 10th time after taking oath at Patna's historic

Tirupati Police Bust Inter-State Digital Arrest Racket

Koti Babu had earlier worked with cybercriminals in Cambodia in January 2024. He returned to India and started opening mule accounts for commissi

Watch: NDA unites as Nitish Kumar prepares for hi 10th path ceremony as Bihar CM

Nitish Kumar is all set to return as Chief Minister for a record 10th time, after being formally elected leader of the NDA legislature party.

Saudi Accident: DNA Matching From 18 Blood Relatives Begin

Of the 35 people who arrived from Hyderabad, medical procedures for 18 blood relatives were carried out on Wednesday by collecting their samples.

NTPC Simhadri holds painting compeition for schoolchildren

Nitish Kumar 10.0: CM oath today, BJP bags both Dy CM posts

Nitish Kumar will be sworn in as Bihars chief minister for the 10th time on Thursday at Gandhi Maidan in Patna, with BJP leaders Samrat Choudhary

Reversing migration trends: Youths return to Uttarakhand villages, majority self-employed

DEHRADUN: In a heartening trend, a significant number of youths returning to their villages in Uttarakhand to start anew. According to the State

Bangladesh NSA Meets NSA

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NCC to hold Visakha Tarang on November 23

Seemanchal leads female turnout in Bihar elections: NDA wins 2 seats, AIMIM 3

Female turnout in the Bihar election was highest in Seemanchal, with all five top-performing constituencies crossing 88% participation. AIMIM won

GCC Announces Higher Rates For Coffee; Arabica Parchment To Fetch 450

A dedicated phone number, 7013070990, has been provided at the GCC headquarters, for purchase-related queries and complaints: Reports

Sharmila Wants CM Naidus Affidavit on CII Summit Investment Claims

She challenged the AP CM to provide a written assurance to citizens on the actual outcomes

Great regrets: Larry Summers ashamed of Epstein ties, quits OpenAI board post emails surface

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DGCA submits restructuring report to govt; dedicated system for protecting consumer interest likely

Hindutva Alone Can Bring BJP to Power in Telangana: Bandi Sanjay

Sanjay Kumar attended the high-level BJP workers meeting in Huzurabad, Karimnagar district, as the chief guest in view of the upcoming local body

Coimbatore gang-rape case: test identification parade held in Central Prison

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GCC hikes coffee prices to benefit tribal farmers

Prakasam SP Intervenes To Solve Elderly Womans Grievance Within 24 Hours

The CI inquiry revealed that Manemma owned four acres of land. She alone had the right to lease it for her livelihood. Apart from her grandson, R

ED files prosecution complaint against former MUDA Commissioner

Al Falah University under scanner: over 200 doctors, staff questioned

Faridabad: More than 200 doctors and staff at Al Falah University here are under the scanner of the investigative agencies following the blast in

UAE Faces Online Boycott Calls Over Sudan War

Campaigners are pushing the phrase habibi boycott Dubai, a reference to the viral habibi come to Dubai campaign promoting the city

UP STF nabs Noida man impersonating RAW, Army officer

NOIDA: A 37-year-old man has been arrested by the Noida unit of the Uttar Pradesh Special Task Force (STF) for allegedly posing as an officer of

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ED Chargesheets Ex-Muda Chief in 450-Cr Scam

According to the agency, Kumar played an instrumental role in illegally allotting compensation sites to ineligible individuals and entities

TGV inspects site of medical centre for Thalassaemia patients