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BTC USD vs gold: Why Cathie Wood says Bitcoins fixed supply makes it the ultimate scarce asset and fuels long-term bullish outlook

Bitcoin vs gold: Cathie Wood believes Bitcoin is scarcer than gold. Its fixed supply and decreasing issuance give it an edge. Wood predicts Bitco

Mother of all deals: Piyush Goyal on upcoming FTA with European Union

India's Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal hailed the proposed Free Trade Agreement with the European Union as the mother of all deals, anticipating

Five arrested for murder of youth in Pallavaram

T.N. drugs control directorate issues alert on syrup adulterated with Ethylene Glycol

BJP ends three decades of Thackeray hold on Mumbai, checks Pawar clout in Pune

The Mahayuti alliance, led by the BJP, secured a decisive victory in 25 out of 29 municipal corporations in Maharashtra, repeating its assembly p

'Serious consequences': Russia warns NATO over militarising Greenland as Arctic tensions surge

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SBI signs MoU with T.N. PSUs to provide enhanced benefits

Tiger in net, blackstone in woods: Supreme Court's Tiger Global tax ruling could influence Blackstone dispute

Blackstone faces a significant legal challenge from India's tax department. The dispute centers on tax residency and treaty benefits for foreign

Tamil Nadu Congress leaders to meet AICC brass amid DMK hard line

Congress leaders will meet with Tamil Nadu party functionaries in Delhi to discuss the upcoming state assembly elections. This follows the Congre

Overspending atBrahmapuramcould trigger corruption:former Kochi Mayor Anilkumar

Former Mayor says people are aware of the transformation at the site since 2020 and questions claims that 2.5 lakh tonnes of waste remain to be b

Govt demolishing heritage of Hindus: Congress slams Manikarnika Ghat renovation

The Congress party has demanded an immediate stop to the beautification work at Manikarnika Ghat in Varanasi. They allege the Modi-Yogi governmen

Shortcomings of Urban Health and Wellness Centres in Kochi flagged before NUHM

The alleged lack of commitment among doctors and the absence of critical facilities such as sample collection continue to affect the functioning

Narcotics cases on an upward spiral in Kerala

In Kochi, the number of cases under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act have shot up from 1,268 in 2020 to 6,914 in 2025. The patt

Aware of concerns of being voiced by jobless youth, says CM

Maharashtra civic poll results cement BJPs urban dominance, shrink oppositions breathing space

Maharashtra's civic election results have significantly reshaped the state's political landscape, with the BJP emerging as a dominant force in ur

15 Arrested in Rs 3.9 Cr Registration Scam in Warangal

They had allegedly cheated the government by manipulating the Dharani and Bhu-Bharati land registration portals.

Fake AI Video of Plane Landing on Railway Track Sparks Alarm in Jabalpur; Police Probe On

The video has gone viral on social media prompting the Jabalpur airport authority to act in the matter.

Sunjay Kapur property case: Priya Kapur wants divorce papers, SC seeks Karisma Kapoor's response

Priya Kapoor, the third wife of the late Sunjay Kapoor, has requested certified copies of documents and orders related to the divorce proceedings

Pro-Iran rallies held across Kashmir

Kashmiri Shia leaders and residents held peaceful demonstrations after Friday prayers, expressing solidarity with the Iranian regime. They urged

Rupee Crashes 63 Paise to 90.84 as NDF Maturities Hurt

At the interbank foreign exchange market, the rupee opened at 90.37, touched an intraday low of 90.88, and a high of 90.36

Letters to The Editor January 17, 2026

Sankranti Manja Menace: 41 Birds Dead, 145 Rescued in Hyderabad This Season

Despite low visibility, four team members entered the lake using the airboat, guided by torchlights, a HYDRAA official said, describing the rescu

Mohan Lal Mittal, father of Lakshmi Mittal, dies at 99

Leaders including Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal paid tribute, praising his contributions to industry, philanthr

Palaniswamisrefusal to commit himself to Old Pension Scheme shows that it is unfeasible

If voted back to power, his party will decide on going back to the old schemedepending upon the situation, theAIADMKleader has said, adding that

On mute: on the U.S., geopolitical turmoil, Indias response

Indias interests can be secured only by assertion of its strategic autonomy

MIM Surges in Maha Civic Polls: 48 to 112

This marks a sharp rise from its 2016 performance, when the party secured just 48 seats.

SC Gives Speaker Two Weeks to Decide on BRS MLAs Disqualification

Senior advocates Abhishek Manu Singhvi and Mukul Rohatgi, appearing for the Speaker and the State of Telangana, submitted that the Speaker had de

The Congress at 140, a crisis of structure

The challenge it faces amid right-wing political domination is of rebuilding party capacity without sacrificing its intrinsic pluralism

Centre calls Ladakhi leaders for talks on February 4

The talks are set to resume after a gap of four months

3 held after Pakistan, Saudi numbers tracked on their mobiles

Jammu Tawi:Security agencies detained three youth from the remote Dorsi village under the Rajbagh police station in Kathua, Jammu and Kashmir on

Reservation of Mayoral Posts to Be Finalised Through Lottery

In the case of the BMC, the first meeting for the election of the mayor will be convened by the incumbent municipal commissioner, Bhushan Gagrani

Veteran Congress leader Bheemanna Khandre passes away

10 autorickshaws, furniture workshop gutted in fire accident in Vellore

Break open: on the Australian Open 2026

This years Australian Open offers many players a chance at history

Today in History: What happened on January 16

January 16th marks significant historical milestones. From NASA's first female astronauts in 1978 to the launch of Operation Desert Storm in 1991

Mumbai Verdict Ends 3-Decade Thackeray Hold

In a desperate bid to retain power in its stronghold, Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray had joined hands with his estranged cousin MNS chief

Gujarat, Arunachal, Goa best states in providing strong ecosystem for startups: DPIIT ranking

Arunachal Pradesh and Goa are recognized as 'best performers' in developing startup ecosystems, with Gujarat achieving this distinction for the f

Mega Rafale deal for 114 jets with France gets key nod

India is moving closer to acquiring 114 more Rafale fighter jets. The defence ministry has given a key clearance for the air force's proposal. Th

Centre-Ladakh talks to resume on Feb 4 in Delhi

MoS Home Nityanand Rai to chair high-powered committee meeting Jammu Tawi, Jan 16:The high-powered committee (HPC) constituted by the Union Home

Universities must drive innovation, solutions: LG

Says institutions must incorporate AI, cutting-edge IT technologies Jammu Tawi, Jan 16: Asserting that universities should become powerhouses of

Budget 2026-27 must keep the growth momentum

The steps to take must include strengthening the domestic levers of growth, policy certainty and sorting out structural bottlenecks

Safety Assurance Draws More to Participate in Sankranti: CM

I have been participating in the Sankranti festival at my native village for over a decade to inspire people to stay connected to their roots and

India works to protect Chabahar Port after waiver ends

India is gearing up to unveil an innovative strategy for Chabahar Port, paving the way for strengthening its stake following the anticipated end

JKMC registers 2,381 doctors in 2025

Jammu Tawi, Jan 16:The Jammu and Kashmir Medical Council (JKMC) has recorded a historic milestone in 2025 by processing a record 2,381 permanent

Separate ESG oversight mechanism unlikely for companies

The government is unlikely to establish a dedicated ESG oversight body, citing existing provisions within the Companies Act. Officials believe a

IRS retirement tax credit How eligible savers can reduce their federal tax bill by up to 50 percent under 2025 income rules

Millions of taxpayers qualify for an IRS retirement tax credit yet never claim it. The Savers Credit can reduce federal taxes by up to 50 percent

Scientists call for climateresilient model of irrigation and food production

The FPS underpinned by a 72% coal-based energy requirement has become one of Indias most carbonintensive public support mechanisms, necessitating

Imam, mosque verification to protect Waqf properties: Waqf chairperson

Says vested interests politicising issue Srinagar, Jan 16:Stating that the verification of Imams, Khateebs and mosques is purely administrative t

India, Japan look to align strategy on West Asia crises

India and Japan leaders met in Delhi to discuss West Asia's evolving situation. They focused on de-risking economies and strengthening supply cha

10 years of Startup India: PM Modi calls on startups to focus on manufacturing, deep technology & global leadership

Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged Indian startups to prioritize manufacturing, deep technology, and global leadership, aiming to position India

SARAS Mela in Guntur Draws 12 Lakh Visitors

Grand event to conclude on Sunday

Amruth Bharat Trains Stop in SCR Stations

Railway Board clears new weekly services; PM Modi to flag them off via video link

3 terrorist hideouts busted in Kathua

Jammu Tawi, Jan 16:In a significant anti-terror breakthrough, joint teams of security forces have dismantled three terrorist hideouts in the fore

Tehran evacuation flight deferred as Trump takes fresh look at strike

A planned chartered flight to evacuate Indians from Tehran to Delhi has been postponed. This decision follows the US President's decision to step

CM pitches J&K as all-season destination

Mumbai, Jan 16:Chief Minister, Omar Abdullah today addressed leading stakeholders from the travel and trade sector in Mumbai, calling upon them t

More Than 1,000 Sleeper Coaches in State, Mere 100 Registered in Telangana

Official figures are hard to come by but sources said that except for 100 buses, the others were registered in other states.

Govt blocks 242 illegal betting, gambling website links

New Delhi, Jan 16: The government on Friday blocked links to 242 illegal betting and gambling websites, according to official sources. The order

Nun rape case: Kerala govt. appoints special prosecutor

Euphoria Season 3 release date, time, schedule and how to watch on HBO Max: Premiere, story outline, cast and production

Euphoria Season 3 release date, time, schedule and how to watch explains when the HBO series returns, where to stream it, episode rollout, cast d

BJP bigwigs to descend on headquarter as Nitin Nabin set to take reins on 20th

Nitin Nabin will officially become the Bharatiya Janata Party's new national president on January 20. A grand ceremony is planned at the party he

It will be great if the next World title match is India v USA imagine the interest: Irina Krush

The only American woman to become a Grandmaster, Krush has fond memories of India. In this conversation, she talks about wanting to see Gukesh de

Locals seek compensation over Vaishno Devi Ropeway

Jammu Tawi, Jan 16: Hundreds of workers associated with various services, including accommodation and transportation of pilgrims, along the route

Call to improve infra and faculty to address declining demand for medical seats in Andhra Pradesh

Jupally for Joint Responsibility to Preserve Monuments

Benedicte de Montlaur, president and CEO of WMF, said the organisation was taking up an initiative along the Musi river to study heritage monumen

Aspirants Block highway over missing BSF call list

Jammu Tawi, Jan 16: Scores of aspirants of a BSF recruitment rally on Friday held protests and blocked the JammuAkhnoor highway over allegations

VACB arrests two for 14 cr. misappropriation from lottery welfare fund board

Woman who used minor for house burglaries arrested in Bengaluru

Delhi Court seeks NIA reply on Rashid Plea

New Delhi, Jan 16: A Delhi court on Friday sought a response from the NIA on a plea filed by jailed Lok Sabha MP Sheikh Rashid seeking to attend

Ambulance delay sparks criticism after tribal womans death at King George Hospital

Despite rift; Omar to chair meeting of NC-Cong MLAs 2 days before budget session

Arvind Sharma Jammu Tawi, Jan 16: The Chief Minister, Omar Abdullah, will chair a meeting of both the National Conference (NC) and Congress MLAs

Telangana-AP Panel on River Waters to Meet on Jan 30

When the committee was first mooted it was expected to discuss APs proposed Polavaram-Nallamalasagar link project but it now likely to have an ex

BJP retains power in Nagpur, emerges as single largest party in Akola, Amravati

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has emerged as the leading party in the municipal corporations of Nagpur, Akola, and Amravati in eastern Maharas

HR accidentally CC-ed employee on a layoff email, then recalled it 5 minutes later - here's what happened next

Layoff survival guide: A shocking HR email mistake left an employee reeling after they were mistakenly CC'ed on a layoff announcement. The employ

Defence Procurement Board Approves Proposal To Acquire 114 Rafale Jets

In a key booster for India's defence capabilities, the Defence Procurement Board (DPB) on Friday approved the proposal to acquire 114 Rafale figh

Gauri Lankesh Murder Accused Wins Jalna Civic Poll As Independent

Shrikant Pangarkar, an accused in the 2017 killing of journalist-activist Gauri Lankesh, on Friday won as a corporator from the Jalna Municipal C

Word of the Day: Presumptuous

Word of the Day: Have you ever met someone who acts like they know everything, even when they clearly dont? Thats exactly the type of behavior th

Punjabis Plan Big Lohri Fete on Sunday

Over the years, the Samiti has grown into a well-recognised institution associated with cultural pride, social harmony and community service.

Bouddha Mela at Bojjannakonda draws huge crowds

Ahead Of PM Modi's West Bengal Tour, Didi Attacks EC, BJP On SIR, Riots

The Trinamul Congress also laid the foundation stone of Mahakal Temple in Siliguri in North Bengal to woo the Hindu voters in the region that has

After Threats, Trump's Message Of Respect For Iran On Hanging Decision

US President Donald Trump thanked Iran's leadership on Friday after saying Tehran had called off the executions of hundreds of protesters arreste

Pawar Reunion Fails to Win Election

The BJP also led in several civic bodies across western Maharashtra, including Kolhapur, Satara, Solapur and Sangli, underlining its expanding fo

Are Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding plans on hold? Here's what reports claim

Wedding plans for Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are reportedly on hold. The couple is focusing on Travis Kelce's future in the NFL. Kelce is cont

Vande Bharat sleeper train sought from Visakhapatnam to Bengaluru

Fall in line or pay: Trump threatens nations opposing his Greenland plan with tariffs

Objectionable Content In Governments WhatsApp Group In Kuppam

The group is administered by the Information and Public Relations Department. It includes senior officials from Chittoor and Tirupati districts,

Madras University emerges overall champions at the All India Inter-University Athletics Meet

Alvas Education Foundation presents 25,000 cash award to five athletes creating meet records

Inseparable From Laureate: Nobel Body After Machado Gifts Medal To Trump

The Nobel Peace Prize remains inseparably linked to the person or organisation designated as the laureate, the Norwegian Nobel Committee said on

Govt blocks access for 242 betting, gambling sites

India has blocked over 242 illegal betting and gambling websites. This action follows the passage of the Online Gaming Act last year. The governm

India Won't Leave Iran's Chabahar Port, Works With US For Middle Path: Sources

As the clock ticks down to the expiry of the US sanctions waiver on India's operations at Iran's Chabahar Port, New Delhi is engaged in quiet but