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Two assistant professors arrested for circulating defamatory pamphlet against woman professor

Painter arrested for hoax bomb threat call to CMs residence

Rare sight of otter in Adyar River near city eco-park

Sugar cane vehicle owners seek higher freight charges

Fynbos should redeem herself in the Villoo C. Poonawalla Indian Oaks (Gr. 1)

Public toilet reopened at Vandalur railway station

India slams NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani over letter to Umar Khalid: 'Better to focus on...'

Umar Khalid, a former PhD scholar at Delhi's Jawaharlal Nehru University, has been lodged in jail for more than five years in connection with the

Chennai Metro Rail completes viaduct from St. Thomas Mount to Adambakkam

The MRTS and Metro Rail networks share a common elevated alignment for 500 metres. After constructing their viaduct, Railways handed over the wor

Letters to The Editor January 10, 2026

Enforcement directives: on the ED raids in West Bengal

The Bharatiya Janata Party is weaponising central agencies against political rivals

The Phaltan case is also about a victims dignity

Secondary victimisation, or the culture of questioning a victim and her behaviour, persists in India, even among those who are committed to prote

The Phaltnan case is also about a victims dignity

Secondary victimisation, or the culture of questioning a victim and her behaviour, persists in India, even among those who are committed to prote

15 persons booked under POCSO Act for sexually assaulting a minor girl in Tiruchi

The crimes came to light during a routine review of old cases by CWC; the survivor was delivered of a baby boy on June 14, 2023 at a private hosp

Pay-and-park facilities to come up in 23 corridors across Bengaluru

Four killed, seven injured as car rams stationary truck near Tumakuru

U.S. Ambassador Gor arrives in India, says incredible opportunities ahead for two nations

Earlier in the day, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) reiterated Indias commitment to a balanced trade pact with the United States

SCR announces extra halts, lifts parking curbs

Fearing de-dollarisation: On the U.S., oil and the petrodollar

U.S.s moves on oil reflect its uneasiness over global trade and finance

Apparel exporters hanging by a thread amid new tariff threats

India apparel exports: The industry is already under pressure after the US imposed 50% tariffs on India last August, marked by deep discounts, di

This trade deal took 25 years of talks, and it was approved today - here's all about it

EU Mercosur trade deal: After over two decades of talks, the EU has approved its trade agreement with Mercosur, a significant milestone. Despite

Real Madrid edge Atletico to set up Clasico Spanish Super Cup final

Xabi Alonso's Real Madrid secured a 2-1 victory over Atletico Madrid in the Spanish Super Cup semi-final, with goals from Fede Valverde and Rodry

Sankranti exodus chokes Hyderabad roads, traffic peaks on key corridors

Traffic peaked on Friday evening as weekend travel coincided with the start of Sankranti holidays, leading to a surge in outbound movement from t

Ramadoss grapples a with lack of choices as Anbumani joins AIADMK alliance

The recent development leaves the PMK founder with two difficult options - join the DMK, which has the VCK, an ideological enemy, or fight the As

Banners removed on NSC Bose road

Man dies after reversing crane hits motorcycle on Arcot Road

No political formation can govern T.N. without DMDKs support: Premallatha

She says the party has already decided on an alliance partner

Sivakarthikeyan opens up on Parasakthi censorship; wishes Jana Nayagan success

In an interaction with the press, the star said that the films team had no time to negotiate with the CBFC and had to focus only on ensuring that

ASTS stock surges 11% - here's what's fueling the drive

AST SpaceMobile shares jumped after a higher price target from Bank of America helped lift sentiment. The stock is linked to satellite-to-phone t

US will provide $45 million in aid to Thailand and Cambodia in a bid to ensure regional stability

U.S. Assistant Secretary of State for East Asian and Pacific Affairs Michael DeSombre made the announcement in an online media briefing in Thaila

Beijing set to cut tax rebates tao ease concerns on high exports

Starting April 1, the Chinese government will remove value-added tax rebates for 249 products, including solar cells, ceramic roof tiles and lith

Caught between Saudi and UAE, Pakistan hedges support for Riyadh

Pakistan faces a dilemma amid the Saudi Arabia-UAE dispute. Despite a defense pact, Islamabad has not decisively backed Riyadh. Prime Minister Sh

Congress questions Centre's plan to lift ban on bidding by Chinese Cos

The Congress party has raised concerns regarding the government's reported decision to end the five-year ban on Chinese companies participating i

3,000 crore sanctioned for development of 10,500 km road network in Andhra Pradesh, says official

Home Minister Amit Shah inaugurates IED data management system

Union Home Minister Amit Shah launched the National IED Data Management System (NIDMS), a comprehensive online platform for intelligence agencies

Tata Steel Chess India: Nihal Sarin Crowned Rapid Champion, Anand Finishes 2nd

In the women's section, Kateryna Lagno secured the crown, with Aleksandra Goryachkina finishing second.

Pakistan, Bangladesh unlikely at Delhi Commonwealth Officers meet

India hosts the Commonwealth Presiding Officers Conference next week. Pakistan and Bangladesh are not expected to attend. This is due to broader

BJP hits out at Mamata Banerjee over actions during ED raids

Bharatiya Janata Party has raised eyebrows over West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjees conduct, alleging interference with Enforcement Direc

Indus Water Treaty greatly harmed J&K: CM Omar

Welcomes suspension; Govt has already proposed two projects Chenab water use can end Jammus water scarcity for 30 years Abrogation of Art 370 fai

Kendall Jenner breaks her silence on sexuality rumors

Kendall Jenner has publicly addressed long-standing rumors about her sexuality, talking candidly about the speculations during a January 9 presen

Why is silver price up over 6% and back above $80 after weak U.S. job growth rattled markets? Heres where silver prices could go next

Silver Price Forecast 2026: Silver prices surged past $80 an ounce after weak U.S. job growth rattled markets and revived Federal Reserve rate-cu

CBI court frames charges against Lalu Prasad Yadav and family

A special court has framed charges against former Railways Minister Lalu Prasad Yadav, his wife Rabri Devi, and their sons Tejashwi and Tej Prata

MEA protests over Chinese Infra in Indian Territory Shaksgam Valley

New Delhi, Jan 9 : India on Friday criticised Chinas infrastructure development projects in the Shaksgam Valley and said that it reserves the rig

MoPSW Secretary reviews Vizag ports performance

CS stresses timely completion of health infrastructure projects in J&K

Jammu Tawi, Jan 9:Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo, today chaired a high-level review meeting to assess the progress of ongoing and proposed health i

South Korea's ex-President Yoon faces potential death sentence request in trial

Yoon, who is accused of masterminding an insurrection, could face the death penalty or life in prison under South Korean law if found guilty

India Confirms Arrest Of Ex-Naval Officer In Qatar; Seeks Consular Access

At a weekly media briefing on Friday evening, MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said New Delhi is in touch with Qatari authorities and pursuing co

National Voters Day-2026: CEO emphasizes timely execution of assigned tasks

Jammu Tawi, Jan 9:Chief Electoral Officer, J&K, Sanjeev Verma today chaired a meeting to review arrangements for celebration of National Voters D

IED Data System to boost anti-terror security: Shah

New Delhi, Jan 9:Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Friday said that National IED Data Management System (NIDMS) will prove to be extremely importa

Deputy speaker post still vacant in J&K Assembly; BJP targets NC government ahead of Budget session

Over 14 months after taking office, the Omar Abdullahled NC government has not appointed a Deputy Speaker, prompting the BJP, the principal oppos

Severe cold wave persists in J&K, Ladakh

MeT predicts no major weather activity till Jan 21; light snowfall possible Jan 2223 Jammu Tawi, Jan 9:A severe cold wave continued to prevail ac

JNTU, Anantapur, Announces Results

The results have been announced by Director of Evaluation Prof. V. Naga Prasad Naidu and Controller of Examinations Prof. A.P. Shiva Kumar: Repor

DC Edit | New Threats To Rupture US Ties?

Trumps insistence on India discontinuing the purchase of Russian crude oil could have been understandable if he had championed democratic rights

Iran protest: Nearly 20 flights between Dubai and Iranian cities cancelled

A Flydubai spokesperson said that flights to Iran on January 9, had been cancelled and that the airline will continue to monitor the situation an

Vijayawada real estate revives under government support and initiatives, says Kesineni

WPL 2026 Opener: RCB Edge Mumbai in Last-Ball Thriller

Chasing 155, RCB reached the target on the very last ball, finishing at 157/7 to seal a dramatic three-wicket victory

7th arrest in cross-border narco-arms syndicate

Jammu Tawi: Jammu Police arrested another accused in a cross-border narcotics and arms syndicate, taking the total number of arrests in the case

TTD Board Member J. Krishnamurthy Resigns Amid Land Row

Sends the Resignation Letter to CM Naidu

Cong to start MGNREGA Bachao Sangram on Jan 12

Jammu Tawi, Jan 9: The Congress on Friday announced that its MGNREGA Bachao Sangram agitation to defend the right to work and restore the rural e

Inter-State ATM Theft Gang Busted; Five Arrested

The gang tried to steal cash by vandalising a Punjab National Bank ATM in Nizamabad and cutting it open using a gas cutter: Police

WPL 2026: Nadine de Klerk's fiery fifty powers RCB to 3-wicket win over Mumbai Indians in nail-biting thriller

Nadine de Klerk produced a fiery half-century to guide Royal Challengers Bengaluru to a thrilling three-wicket win over Mumbai Indians in a nail-

Absenteeism on the part of doctors will not be tolerated, says Health Minister

Satya Kumar Yadav says that 60 70% patients have expressed satisfaction with the services provided at the Government General Hospitals in the Sta

Supreme Court tariff ruling delay sparks crypto rally today Bitcoin (BTC USD) price, Ethereum and XRP jump

Tariffs Supreme Court ruling impact on crypto prices: Cryptocurrency markets surged Friday as the US Supreme Court delayed a key decision on Pres

Nihalpips Anand at the post, wins open rapid title

Investors chose Gold ETFs over Equities in December 2025

Net inflows into gold exchange traded funds tripled to a record high of 1,16,467 crore in Dec. 2025 from the month earlier,according to AMFI data

Young dreams of winning another series in India

Archery Trails - Kumkumemerges on top in recurve

Venkaiah Naidu urges Telugu families to honour Sankranti traditions

Cultural Events Mark 2nd Day of Avakai Amaravati Festival

Blending Telugu heritage with contemporary creativity, the festival offered a rich mix of panel discussions, workshops and spellbinding performan

Allotment Of Leasehold Land at Yashobohoomi To ITC Hotels Limited

Anil Chadha, MD of ITC Hotels, highlighted Yashobhoomi's potential to transform the MICE industry with its capacity for large-scale events and tr

MP Arvind: Nizamabad to Be Renamed as Indur

Arvind said the government led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi was focused on welfare and improving connectivity, citing his constituency as an e

Aurobindo Pharma arms biosimilar gets Health Canada NOC

A notice of compliance from Health Canada is issued to a drug manufacturer after a successful review, confirming the product meets regulatory sta

Civil supplies official caught for accepting Rs 50K bribe in Telangana

Hyderabad: The Telangana Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) on Friday, January 9, arrested an official from the State Civil Supplies Corporation Limite

Hyderabad Police Bust Inter-State Drug Network; Officer Injured

A HNEW officer sustained injuries during the operation that was conducted jointly with the Tolichowki police. The joint force was probing an orde

Visakhapatnam will emerge as national hub for ship design and research, says Sarbananda Sonowal

Telangana Seeks Rs 40,000 Crore from Union Budget

The state government has urged the Centre to honour provisions of the Andhra Pradesh Reorganisation Act 2014 and ensure Telangana receives its ri

Russia, China, Iran Hold Joint Naval Exercises Off South Africa

The arrival of the Russian corvette in False Bay coincides with protests from Ukrainians criticizing South Africa for hosting Russian military fo

Pak's hurried constitutional amendments acknowledgement of its Op Sindoor failure, says CDS Chauhan

Operation Sindoor prompted Pakistan to enact constitutional amendments, including abolishing the Chairman, Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee and cr

EU chief von der Leyen says Europe to do 'everything it can' to support Syria

In March, the EU pledged nearly 2.5 billion euros in aid for Syria for 2025 and 2026

CM's Call To Ensure Tamper-Proof Pattadar Passbooks For Land Owners

This would give farmers a sense of confidence and security: Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu

CM Reviews ONGCs Well Mori-5 Blowout

Call for Action Taken Report on January 26

Pre-Sankranthi celebrations held at Dr L Bullayya College

ED Urges Calcutta HC To Order FIR, CBI Probe On Didi, Cops

Judge adjourns hearing on Jan 14 after chaos

US Seizes Another Venezuela-Linked Oil Tanker In 'Call Of Duty' Style Op

The United States said Friday it seized another tanker that tried to break an American naval blockade aimed at preventing sanctioned vessels from

Rahil snatches pole position in premier Pro Stock 301-400cc Open category

Humour, friendship, politics: leaders reflect on laughter and respect

Political leaders C.P. John, P.K. Basheer, K. Muraleedharan, and Pannian Raveendran speak at a panel discussion on Humour in politics at the Kera

State Adviser Urges Teachers to Aim for 100% Class 10 Pass Rate

The 195th birth anniversary celebrations of Savitribai Phule were held on Friday at the Integrated District Offices Complex.

Crackers produced illegally found missing from sealed godown; police arrest seven and impound three goods vehicles in Virudhunagar district

The Raja Saab movie review: Prabhas' fantasy horror-comedy is harmless fun; baddie Sanjay Dutt and ambitious storyline impress, but...

The Raja Saab kicks off with a mix of emotion and the supernatural that grabs your attention right away. The setup has all the makings of a great

Chinese Horoscope January 1218: 3 Zodiac signs set to receive good news in the coming day luckiest days revealed

For these three Chinese Zodiac Signs, success is associated with self-awareness, thoughtful action and the willingness to trust unfolding circums

Mens HIL: Tamil Nadu Dragons climbs to top spot