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TMC's five-member delegation meets Chief Electoral Officer amid SIR in WB

A Trinamool Congress delegation met the West Bengal Chief Electoral Officer, alleging that the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) drive is a conspi

Delhis air turns hazardous as pollution inches closer to severe category, AQI flares to 391

Delhi experienced severely polluted air on December 28, with AQI levels reaching 391 and bordering the 'Severe' category. Thick smog enveloped th

Winter Storm Snarls Holiday Travel Across US Northeast, Great Lakes

In Times Square, workers in red jumpsuits worked to clear the sludge- and powder-coated streets and sidewalks using shovels and snowblowers

Canada to provide $2.5 billion in economic aid for Ukraine: PM Mark Carney

Skewering the tandoor: Why Delhis ban misses the point as pollution chokes the city

Delhi's government is banning tandoors in a desperate attempt to combat smog, a move the author argues distracts from real solutions like vehicul

A college makes it to the number 2 position on eBird checklist leaders list for Chennai in 2025

A culture of birding on the campus and consistently generating citizen-science data about birds are the reasons why Stella Maris College is where

Are Driverless Taxis Really The Future? Waymo's San Francisco Outage Raises Doubts

A widespread power outage in San Francisco that led to Waymo robotaxis stalling and snarling traffic earlier this month has raised concerns about

Assam Cabinet clears key decisions to strengthen land rights, governance and public service

Assam's Housing and Urban Affairs Minister Jayanta Mallabaruah has approved key decisions. These include land settlements for indigenous families

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy holds talks with NATO, EU leaders ahead of talks with Trump, urges them for 'strong positions' against Putin

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy held a video conference with NATO and European Union leaders, after arriving in Canada, ahead of key talk

Putin sends BIG warning to Ukraine ahead of Trump-Zelenskyy meeting, says, 'Russia would resolve all goals of its by...'

The statement came after a massive overnight barrage in which Russia launched around 500 drones and 40 missiles at Kyiv and surrounding regions,

Russia strikes Ukraine's capital and kills at least 1 person a day before Zelenskyy-Trump meeting

Kyiv endured a massive Russian missile and drone attack, killing at least one and wounding 27, just before President Zelenskyy's talks with U.S.

Bullion market pads up for Silver Thursday as CME Group raises margin, cuts limits

The white precious metal price tops $79 an ounce; CME hikes initial margin on March futures to $25,000

Why Indias betting on new tactic against digital arrest

Nothing seems to deter cybercriminals from striking at will and defrauding unsuspecting victims. Diffused networks and transnational cartels put

Zelensky looks to close out Ukraine peace deal at Trump meet

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky will meet Donald Trump in Florida on Sunday. Zelensky seeks Trump's approval for a new peace plan to end t

Putin says Ukraine not in a hurry to resolve conflict with Russia peacefully; warns of military action

'Congress is just limited to one family': BJP's Prakash Javadekar on Digvijaya Singh praising organisational strength of RSS

BJP leader Prakash Javadekar criticized the Congress, stating it's limited to one family, while Digvijaya Singh praised the RSS's organizational

Doctors association flags uneven distribution of PGs under DRP

Outlook 2026: The skills to shape Indias next phase of work

As Indias workforce moves beyond traditional degrees, these demonstrable skills outline what will matter in 2026 and how professionals can prepar

More Countries Reject Israel's Recognition of Somaliland

Somaliland declared independence from Somalia in 1991 during a descent into conflict that continues to leave the east African country fragile.

JJD chief Tej Pratap Yadav cites threat to life in letter to Bihar Deputy CM, demands security saying, 'I am in danger'

Janshakti Janata Dal (JJD) chief Tej Pratap Yadav cited threat to life in a letter to Bihar's Home Minister and Deputy Chief Minister Samrat Chau

Big Boost to Uttar Pradesh: THIS expressway set to transform Gorakhpur, 156 villages to be connected, here's all you need to know

The 525.590 km expressway will now have 86.600 km of its length in Gorakhpur-Kushinagar. The alignment work is underway, and we expect to complet

Gangster dies of gunshot wounds in Uttarakhand; family alleges police connivance to grab property

Police said Tyagi was being taken from Roorkee jail to Laksar court for a hearing on Wednesday, when two bikers allegedly opened fire at the poli

Nats and the age of hate

Rahul unc, you wanna know what ails me, what angers me, what makes me go crazy with helplessness?

Supreme Court takes suo motu cognisance of concerns surrounding definition of Aravalli range

The Supreme Court has taken suo motu cognisance of concerns regarding the Aravalli Range's definition, following criticism over a new 100-meter h

Polls Open for Military-ruled Myanmar's First Election in 5 Years

Critics argue that the results will lack legitimacy due to the exclusion of major parties and limits on freedom of speech and an atmosphere of re

Winter weather in U.S. Northeast leads to thousands of flight delays, cancellations

The safety of New Yorkers is my top priority, and I continue to urge extreme caution throughout the duration of this storm, New York Governor Kat

Zelenskyy calls Putin a man of war after Russia's deadly attack on Kyiv

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky labeled Russian leader Vladimir Putin a man of war following a significant aerial assault on Kyiv. Zelensk

Joe Root Becomes 9th Cricketer to Score 22,000 International Runs

Joe Root scored 15 runs in the second innings of the fourth Australia vs England Test of the ongoing Ashes series at the Melbourne Cricket Ground

Zelensky Stops in Canada En Route to US as Russia Pummels Ukraine

Zelensky said the Russian onslaught showed Moscow had no intention of ending the invasion it launched in February 2022

Zelenskyy talks with allies en route to U.S. as Russia pummels Ukraine

During a stopover in Canada en route to Florida for the Trump meeting, the Ukrainian President spoke first with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carn

How oil, drugs and immigration fueled Trump's Venezuela campaign

President Donald Trump's administration launched a secret military operation targeting Latin American drug cartels. This campaign intensified pre

Morning Digest: Assam draft voter list flags over 10 lakh names for deletions; SC special bench to hear suo motu case on definition of Aravalis, and more

Here is a select list of stories to start the day.

Connoisseurs and converts enjoy a concoction of coffee, Carnatic music

Family of junior engineer killed by Maharashtra roadways bus awarded 2.2 crore

A tragic accident claimed the life of a 30-year-old engineer in Mumbai. A speeding MSRTC bus struck him while he stood by his parked scooter. The

After 35 years, I claimed my surname: Neeraj Ghaywan on Homebound and why empathy is the need of the hour

The filmmaker distinguishes himself through his commitment to authentic, intersectional storytelling that centres around marginalised experiences

An educationist considers some crucial differences between higher education institutes in India and the U.S.

Indian institutions can emulate some of the best educational practices from American HEIs to empower their students

The new world of surrendered left-wing extremists

The lives of those involved in the Maoist movement remain largely hidden, shaped by a culture of secrecy. Satyasundar Barik speaks with several s

Twist in court: 2nd husband testifies for 1st; woman loses 17-year old domestic violence case

A 17-year-old domestic violence case took an unexpected turn when a woman's current husband testified, confirming her second marriage. This revel

Old & bold: When 70+ go skydiving & bungee jumping

A group of over 70 Indians, defying age and physical limitations, are embracing adventure. From skydiving and scuba diving to trekking in Antarct

Sakeena inaugurates newly constructed Academic Block of GDC Pouni

Excelsior Correspondent REASI, Dec 27: Minister for Education, Health and Medical Education, Social Welfare, Sakeena Itoo today inaugurated newly

Chennai Corporation to implement city-wide smart parking management

The system will be rolled out initially in Anna Nagar and T. Nagar; official says the ultimate aim of CUMTAs Comprehensive Mobility Plan is to pu

Residents resort to road roko after two deaths in Tiruttani

Locals allege the deaths were caused by contaminated drinking water; health officials say food and water samples are being collected for testing

LG lays foundation stone for construction of 320 houses for families affected due to flash-floods, land-slides in Reasi

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Dec 27: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Saturday laid the foundation stone to build 320 houses completely damag

Jammu and Kashmir States Judicial Evolution Decoded

Justice (Retd.) G D Sharma pallav5354@gmail.com When on October 26, 1947, Maharaja Hari Singh acceded to the Union of India, the total area of th

Parkash Purab of Guru Gobind Singh Ji celebrated

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Dec 27: Parkash Purab of Guru Gobind Singh Ji Maharaj was celebrated at Gurdwara Digiana Ashram Jammu under the su

High voltage drama outside Lok Bhavan as Sangharsh Samiti stages protest against LG

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Dec 27: In a high voltage drama, Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Sangharsh Samiti today held a strong protest demonstration

A sobering reflection

Vishal Sharma As the current year recedes into oblivion and the New Year nears, its time for a sober reflection. Every time when we lurch towards

BJP inaugurates exhibition on life, legacy of Atal Bihari Vajpayee

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Dec 27: An exhibition depicting the inspiring life journey, ideas, and contributions of former Prime Minister and

AIIMS Jammu emerges as hub of advanced healthcare, edu & research: Prof Shakti

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Dec 27: Prof (Dr) Shakti Kumar Gupta, Executive Director & CEO of AIIMS Jammu, today highlighted the Institutions

Traffic cop suspended for making social media reel with official vehicle on Mughal Road

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Dec 27: A traffic police officer has been suspended for misusing an official vehicle to make a social media reel o

Kristianrangni kosako kragija dakaniko jegalgrima

SHILLONG: Adita salrangna skang, Assam aro Rajpur jolrango, Kristianrangni Krismasko maniengmiting somoio Bajrang Dal-ni golmal kana jotton kaani

England break Test drought in Australia

Melbourne, Dec 27: England ended an 18-match winless streak in Australia and beat the home side by four wickets in the fourth Ashes test at the M

HNLC bobil dolni kamikkenataniko VPP jegala

SHILLONG: Voice of the Peoples Party (VPP)-ni president aro Nongkrem MLA Ardent Miller Basaiawmoit-ko manchape VPP-ni dilgiparangna kamikkenatani

It would be hell somewhere else: Stokes; KP, sees selective criticism

Melbourne, Dec 27: England captain Ben Stokes on Saturday came down heavily on the overwhelmingly bowler-friendly Melbourne pitch on which 20 wic

Krismas manianiko golmal kaanina Shillong MP-ba jegalata

SHILLONG: Batanggimin sal somoirango, Krismasko manienggipa manderangni kosako kragija dake champengna jotton kagipa dolni manderangko Shillong-n

That Indian side wasnt great: Cook on Englands 2-2 home draw

Melbourne, Dec 27: Batting great Alastair Cook said Englands 2-2 home series draw against Shubman Gill-led India was against not a great Indian s

NGHYF-ni membor-rang, Mendipathar railway station-ko niea

Niam gri koela salani, napsrukanirang dongkuja ine akanga MENDIPATHAR: West Khasi Hills ajani koelarangko, asongni dingtang dingtang biaprangona

Smith overtakes Border in Ashes run chart

Melbourne, Dec 27: Steve Smith etched his name deeper into Ashes history on Friday, overtaking Allan Border to become Australias second-highest r

Did BCCI look at Gambhirs replacement?

Jaipur, Dec 27: Gautam Gambhirs record as Indias white ball coach has been pretty impressive with an ICC and ACC trophy in each of the two format

Jowai-Malidor ramako Shillong MP nianga

SHILLONG: Jowai-oni Malidor-ona dakanggipa National Highway (NH) ramani obosta namroroangjaengaha ine badi kaanirangko manahani gimin Sonibar sal

Silver hits all-time high of Rs 2.42 lakh a kg in futures trade on supply fears, Fed rate cut bets

NEW DELHI, Dec 27: Silver prices rallied over 15 per cent last week to scale a fresh record high of Rs 2.42 lakh per kg in the futures market, dr

Indonesian rescuers search for Spanish family after boat sinks near Komodo Island

JAKARTA, Dec 27: Indonesian rescuers searched for four members of a Spanish family today after a tour boat carrying 11 people sank overnight near

AI Express first line fit B737-8 MAX plane to land in national capital on Dec 29

NEW DELHI, Dec 27: Air India Express first line fit Boeing 737-8 MAX will arrive in the national capital on Monday which will also be the first a

Another ISRO Milestone

ISROs successful launch of the 6,100 kg BlueBird Block-2 communication satellite marks a defining moment in Indias space journey. It underlines I

CPI(M) slams govt over attacks on Christmas celebrations, says inaction is deliberate

NEW DELHI, Dec 27: The CPI(M) today condemned the attacks on Christmas celebrations in several parts of the country and alleged that the governme

Thrilling encounters mark J&K Billiards & Snooker Cship

Excelsior Sports Correspondent JAMMU, Dec 27: The 29th Jammu & Kashmir UT Billiards and Snooker Championship, being organized by the J&K Billiard

UP boy who saved dad from crocodile wants to protect nation

A nine-year-old boy, Ajay Raj Nishad, received the Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar for his bravery after saving his father from a crocodile

Congress running misleading propaganda against VB-G RAM G Act: BJP

NEW DELHI, Dec 27: The BJP today dismissed as baseless the Congresss claims on the VB-G RAM G Act and accused the opposition party of running a s

Quote of the day by Og Mandino: 'Cherish each hour of this day for it can never return' Here's some timeless quotes by bestseller author

Quote of the day by Og Mandino shares a message about time and daily purpose. Og Mandino was a writer and speaker. He wrote The Greatest Salesman

All 20 DDCs get fresh lease of life for about two months

Law Deptt gives opinion to RDD Date of constitution, not oath taken into account Sanjeev Pargal JAMMU, Dec 27: Twenty District Development Counci

45 AEs elevated; 77 AEEs, AEs shifted, posted in PDD

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Dec 27: The Government today elevated/placed 39 In-charge Assistant Engineers (AEs), Electrical, as In-charge Assi

All 50 seats of Mata Vaishno Devi Medical College be reserved for Hindus: Togadia

Warns Shri Amarnath land row type agitation Avtar Bhat JAMMU, Dec 27: Former Vishva Hindu Parishad leader and president of Antarrashtriya Hindu P

After CWC meet, Cong announces campaign to save MGNREGA

Abhiyan to start from Jan 5: Kharge NEW DELHI, Dec 27:The Congress on Saturday announced a nationwide campaign against the repeal of the MGNREGA

Eat, like, share

In the attention economy, food is also a performance

Night temps plunge below freezing point

Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, Dec 27: The night temperatures plunged below the freezing point in Kashmir as the mercury dropped at most place

3 OGWs arrested, booked under PSA

Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR Dec 27: Police today detained three Over Ground Workers (OGWs) in Shopian district of South Kashmir and booked t

CBK files charge sheet in livestock fraud case

Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, Dec 27: The Crime Branch Kashmir (CBK) today filed a charge sheet in a high-value livestock fraud case, in whic

J&Ks 2025 Sporting Glory

Mithun Manhas becomes BCCI President Former Delhi and J&K captain, son of the soil Mithun Manhas was elected as the new president of the Board of

Ageing gracefully

Make more use of sensory perceptions and mindfulness, and give more meaning to life

'I'm Indian': Tripura student's last words before he was killed in a racial attack; protests erupt seeking justice

A 24-year-old MBA student from Tripura tragically died after confronting men who hurled racial slurs at him and his brother in Dehradun. The brut

Fond memories of a venerable guru

A student remembers musician T.M. Thyagarajan

Rahul permanent spokesperson of anti-India global forces: BJP

BJP alleges Congress is a mouthpiece for anti-India global forces, citing Sam Pitroda's confirmation of the party's membership in George Soros-li

State carrying baggage of unresolved issues to 2026

2025 IN REVIEW By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Dec 27: The year 2025 is set to bid goodbye in a few days, but issues continue to linger, with solutions

Meghalaya govt employees get extended holiday break

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Dec 27: Government employees in Meghalaya are enjoying an extended winter vacation as all state government offices rema

The therapy for the future

While traditional pharmacology aims to chemically correct the disrupted body metabolism without addressing the root cause, gene therapy offers th

Nepal in 2025: When Gen Z protests toppled govt

KATHMANDU, Dec 27: Nepal witnessed a significant political turmoil in 2025 as massive street protests led by Gen Z against corruption, nepotism,

BSF jawan shoots self with service rifle in state

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Dec 27: A BSF jawan from Punjab, posted in Meghalaya, died after sustaining a gunshot injury while on duty. Reports sai

Dancing with shadows in Venice

The city embodies the quintessence of literary nostalgia, a storied landscape haunted by the spectral presence of writers who have long since dep

Coal rake at Mendipathar rly station legal, finds GH group

Group members pay visit to the site, dismiss influx fears From Our Correspondent MENDIPATHAR, Dec 27: With the prospect of rake loading and trans

VPP MP condemns Christmas attacks, seeks minorities safety

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Dec 27: Strongly condemning incidents of vandalism and intimidation targeting Christian minorities during the Christmas