India offers 'strong support' to Brazil for COP30, says satisfied with many outcomes from summit

Though New Delhi expressed satisfaction with many decisions, it did not specifically call the COP30 a success in devising a policy aimed at preve

Delhi Chokes as AQI Hits Very Poor Despite GRAP Measures

The Central government is also considering permitting work-from-home arrangements for employees in central government offices

Delhi's air quality turns 'severe' as AQI reading soars to 435

A layer of thick smog engulfed several areas, showing little to no improvement from Sunday morning's AQI of 359. Bawana recorded the highest AQI

Delhi St Columba's School suicide case sees a fresh twist: Teen's last words before he took the drastic step revealed. Here's what he said

A 16-year-old student's suicide has taken a disturbing turn as a rickshaw passenger reported the victim mentioning teachers ortured him. The tee

HMWSSB warns of deceptive drinking water bill scam in Hyderabad

Hyderabad: Residents of Hyderabad need to be alert as scammers have designed a new drinking water bill scam to trick them into downloading malici

Centre's Bill To Allow President To Frame Norms For Chandigarh Sparks Row

The Centre has proposed to include the Union territory of Chandigarh under the ambit of Article 240 of the Constitution, which empowers the presi

Mind your language, affluent teens, says CBSE

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Pune police bust illegal arms units in Madhya Pradesh; 36 detained, weapons seized

Over the past three weeks, a total of 21 pistols were seized in Pune. During the interrogation of the accused held in the city, it came to light

Brazil's Bolsonaro detained for trying to break ankle bracelet and flee

In a video made public by the court, Bolsonaro admitted that he had used a soldering iron on the monitoring bracelet out of curiosity. The video

Ashes Test series: Travis Head shapes up as solution for Australias opening woes

Australia have been searching for a new opener since David Warner retired early last year with Khawaja going through six different partners

Winter session: Government to introduce Atomic Energy Bill opening nuclear sector to private players

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Love on the rocks? Young couples turn to a date with the therapist

Young couples in India are turning to relationship counselling. This trend shows a shift from viewing therapy as a last resort to a proactive ste

No one would've dared to attack India had there been Op Sindoor after 26/11: Devendra Fadnavis

Operation Sindoor: India carried out military action under Operation Sindoor targeting terror infrastructure in Pakistan in the aftermath of the

Your eyes hold secrets to how long you live. New alarming study finds link between eyes, heart disease and diabetes. Check details

New research reveals a strong link between eye health and overall well-being and if you take regular eye check ups, it can help you detect cardio

Nothing Can Shake India: SRKs powerful tribute to 26/11 martyrs at Global Peace Honours 2025

Anmol Bishnoi: The phantom trigger-man

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G20 declaration condemns terrorism in all forms, advances Global South agenda

NEW DELHI: The Group of 20 leaders summit in South Africa on Saturday adopted a sweeping declaration that condemned terrorism in all its forms an

Trump administration cannot expand rapid deportations, U.S. appeals court rules

For nearly three decades, the expedited removal process has been used to quickly return migrants apprehended at the border

Siddaramaiah Meets Kharge, Dismisses Karnataka Leadership Change Speculation

Amid an ongoing power tussle in the ruling Congress, Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Saturday called on party president Mallikarjun Khar

Delhi-NCR Air Quality: No relief from pollution, 14 stations log above-400 AQI

Delhi-NCR AQI: Wazirpur and Vivek Vihar stations recorded worst AQI with readings in 440-450 range

Live: Sathya Sai Centenary, Lakhs of Devotees Expected

TDP national general secretary Nara Lokesh conveyed his greetings to devotees on the occasion of the centenary of Bhagawan Sri Sathya Sai Baba

Tejas jet crash: New video shows pilot's final moments, why Wing Commander Namansh Syal could not be saved

A new video of the Tejas jet crash that killed pilot Wing Commander Namansh Syal has come to light showing the final moments. The video shows the

Trinamool MLA Humayun Kabir's 'Babri Masjid' Remark Sparks Political Row

A major political controversy has broken out after Trinamool Congress MLA Humayun Kabir declared that he would lay the foundation stone of a 'Bab

Large Quantity Of Explosives Found Near School In Uttarakhand's Almora

A large quantity of highly explosive gelatin sticks has been found near a school in a village in Uttarakhand, putting the police on alert in the

$2,000 stimulus check before Christmas? Latest update on Trumps proposal: Who could get it and when

Stimulus checks IRS: Americans are searching for stimulus checks as Christmas nears. President Donald Trump proposed a $2,000 payment for middle-

Breaking News Live Updates: Rubio departs for Geneva talks over Trumps Ukraine peace proposal after US push

Morning Digest: COP30 summit seals climate deal without fossil fuel plan; PM Modi proposes new initiatives on health, skills at G-20 summit, and more

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Nothing I Can Do: John F Kennedy's Granddaughter On Terminal Cancer Diagnosis

Tatiana Schlossberg, the daughter of Kennedy's daughter, Caroline Kennedy, and Edwin Schlossberg, said she was diagnosed in May 2024 at 34.

Nara Lokesh Extends Greetings on Sri Sathya Sai Babas Centenary

Says being born in Babas home state is a blessing; calls Sai teachings a guiding light for humanity

Celebrities Recall Life-Changing Influence of Puttaparthi Sri Sathya Sai Baba

From discipline to service and spirituality, prominent actors and artists share how Babas teachings shaped their lives.

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ICAR gags scientists after row over performance of two new GE rice varieties

NEW DELHI: The Indian Council for Agricultural Research (ICAR) is evolving organisational guidelines for scientists after a recent controversy ov

Macron, Modi Hail Strong IndiaFrance Ties at G20

Prime Minister Modi, on his part, described the meeting as a delightful exchange and said that India-France ties remain a force for global good

Two Killed, Ten Injured in Major Road Mishap Near Allagadda

HyderabadPuducherry bus rams lorry; another truck hits from behind on KurnoolChittoor NH

Delhi Police bust ISI-backed international arms module, seize Special Forces-grade weapons

NEW DELHI: Delhi Polices Crime Branch has busted an international arms trafficking module allegedly linked to ISI-backed arms network with the ar

Prashant Kishor's Jan Suraaj Dissolves All Organisational Units After Bihar Poll Drubbing

The Jan Suraaj Party failed to open its account in the Bihar assembly polls, with most of its candidates losing their deposits.

Delhi AQI: Delhi continues to breath toxic air as AQI crosses 400 mark in several areas on 10th consecutive day. Check update for Noida, Gurugram

Delhi NCR AQI: Delhi choked under 'severe' air quality for a tenth consecutive day, with multiple areas exceeding the 400 AQI mark. Several monit

Few Jackals Escape From Delhi Zoo Enclosure, Search Teams Deployed

A few jackals escaped from their enclosure at Delhi's National Zoological Park on Saturday morning, prompting authorities to launch a search oper

How a program helped Bombay Jayashri re-learn how to stand, walk & sing... virtually

Meta Buried 'Casual' Evidence Of Social Media Harm: US Court Filings

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G20 leaders push back on US peace plan for Ukraine

Global leaders met in Johannesburg to discuss a new peace proposal for the Ukraine war. While acknowledging the plan's potential for negotiations

Smriti Mandhana Ditches Shy Avatar For Pre-Wedding Dance, Internet Stunned

Indian cricketer Smriti Mandhana is set to marry music director Palash Muchhal on November 23, with vibrant pre-wedding festivities shared widely

Ukraine's allies push back on a US peace plan seen as favouring Moscow

The 28-point blueprint drawn up by the U.S. to end the nearly four-year war sparked alarm in Kyiv and European capitals, with Zelenskyy saying hi

Twin tragedies push NDA to rethink rigour

Two recent deaths at the National Defence Academy (NDA) have sparked urgent introspection into cadet selection and training. The tragic loss of t

Goyal Hails Successful Israel Visit as Trade Talks Advance

Goyal highlighted that India and Israel have finalised and signed the Terms of Reference, paving the way for formal negotiations on a proposed fr

India's influence evident in G20 Declaration; leaders condemn terrorism in all its forms and manifestations

India's G20 priorities shaped the South African Summit Declaration. Key outcomes include strong condemnation of terrorism and recognition of Digi

PM Modi, Brazil's President affirm working to boost trade, cultural links

Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with Brazil's President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva at the G20 Summit. They agreed to boost trade and cultural tie

How handwoven silk in this tiny village of Assam has stood the test of time

Cyclone likely to form over Bay of Bengal, IMD warns of heavy rainfall in Tamil Nadu, Kerala and Karnataka. Check latest update

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PM Modi meets German Chancellor Merz, UK PM Starmer, French President Macron, other leaders on G20 Summit margins

Prime Minister Narendra Modi engaged in productive discussions with global leaders at the G20 Summit in Johannesburg. He met with counterparts fr

Chopin and chocolates at Little Flower

Multi-instrumentalist and founder of the Pops Symphony Orchestra, Josic Menzie tutored hundreds of city youngsters to enjoy and excel at music, e

30 artists, 300 artworks: Art Bengaluru Collective launches exhibition at Rangoli Metro Art Centre

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Conservancy worker rescues Chestnut winged cuckoo in a busy part of Chennai; that resurfaces an old question about the species

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Israel launches strikes in Gaza ceasefire's latest test as hospitals say 24 killed

Israel conducted airstrikes in Gaza after its troops were fired upon. This action tests a fragile ceasefire. Palestinian health officials reporte

'G20 delivers strong message on disaster resilience, debt, critical minerals and energy transition,' says MEA

India's G20 lead, Sudhakar Dalela, highlighted four key priorities for the Johannesburg Summit. These include strengthening disaster resilience,

US and Ukrainian officials to meet again on US peace plan

United States officials are heading to Switzerland for talks with Ukraine regarding President Trump's peace proposal. This plan, negotiated with

Titanic gold pocket watch sells for record 1.78 million, becomes most expensive Titanic artifact

Titanic gold pocket watch auction: A gold pocket watch belonging to Isidor Straus, a wealthy Macy's co-owner who perished on the Titanic, has sol

Australia PM says formal deal reached for Turkey to host COP31 climate summit

Turkey will host the COP31 climate summit in 2026. Australia will lead the negotiations for the event. This agreement resolves a long-standing di

Pakistan says rooftop solar output to exceed grid demand in some hubs next year

Pakistan's solar power generation is set to surpass grid demand in key industrial areas next year. This shift, driven by a surge in rooftop solar

Dhurandhar's violence sparks debate: Haq director Suparn Varma defends Ranveer Singh's film, says 'violence is beautiful if you do...'

Amid mixed reactions online, director Suparn S Varma has reacted to the Dhurandhar criticism. Speaking to ANI on the sidelines of the 56th Intern

PM Modi calls for rethinking parameters for global development, outlines new initiatives at G20 Summit

India's Indian Knowledge Systems initiative can form the base for this platform. The repository will document and share traditional wisdom that d

White House says South Africa undermines G20's founding principles

White House Spokeswoman said U.S. President Donald Trump looked forward to restoring legitimacy to the G20 in the U.S.s 2026 host year

Tamil Nadu expands Naan Mudhalvan initiative to healthcare

As part of this new initiative, students will receive specialised training in communication skills and digital skills two competencies increasin

G20 Summit: PM Modi moots initiative to curb drug-terror funding nexus

The proposal is aimed at controlling drug trafficking, which is a threat to public health, stability and security, and bringing together financia

Building safety nets

Considering the uncertainties of life, everyone with whatever income should ensure safety nets for their dear ones

Devotees barred from climbing Arunachala Hills in Tiruvannamalai for Maha Deepam festival

Officials say that the safety of climbers was taken into considerationas the terrain on the hills was still wet; this will be the second year to

CAG urges trainee civil servants to play transformative role

The Comptroller and Auditor General of India, Sanjay Murthy explained how data-driven governance enhances institutional accountability and improv

Bowlers give India upper-hand, South Africa end day one at 247/6

GUWAHATI, Nov 22: Temba Bavuma paid price for his momentary indiscretion while Tristan Stubbs fell prey to Kuldeep Yadavs guile as bowlers put In

India stands at threshold of unprecedented transformation: V-P Radhakrishnan

PUTTAPARTHI (Andhra Pradesh), Nov 22 : Vice President C P Radhakrishnan on Saturday said India stands at the threshold of an unprecedented transf

Solidarity, equality and sustainability key pillars of inclusive growth, says G20 Declaration

JOHANNESBURG, Nov 22: Acknowledging the impact of rising geopolitical and geo-economic competition, a Declaration adopted at the G20 Leaders Summ

Social Life in villages of Duggar

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J&Ks Logistic Push

The Lieutenant Governors assertion that Jammu and Kashmir is steadily emerging as an investment-ready, competitive destination reflects a decisiv

ITBP celebrates 64th Raising Day

Excelsior Correspondent UDHAMPUR, Nov 22: The Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) today celebrated its 64th Raising Day with pride and grandeur at

HCMCT Manipal Hospital launches clinic in Srinagar

Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, Nov 22: HCMCT Manipal Hospital, a renowned healthcare provider based in Delhi, today announced the launch of th

BoB hosts Delhi-NCR Property Expo 2025

Excelsior Correspondent NEW DELHI, Nov 22: Bank of Baroda (BoB), one of Indias leading public sector banks today hosted the Bank of Baroda Proper

The crisis within academia

The culture of endless documentation has made genuine teaching almost impossible

Congress appoints Vinay Kumar as new Himachal PCC chief

The appointment had been held up for quite some time and the hill state did not have a Pradesh Congress Committee after the previous committee he

Let children lead

Their lived experiences of education systems, healthcare access, urban design, and digital landscapes are rarely consulted

Students revenge

The day of Holi was reserved for special treatment for teacher

Had there been Op Sindoor after 26/11, nobody would have dared attack India: Fadnavis

MUMBAI, Nov 22: Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Saturday said had India taken an Operation Sindoor-like action after the November

Punjab CM invites people to join events to mark Guru Tegh Bahadurs martyrdom anniversary

AMRITSAR, Nov 22 : Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann on Saturday invited people to take part in the events from November 23 to 25 here to mark

Criminals will have to leave Bihar: Dy CM Samrat Choudhary

PATNA, Nov 22: Bihar Deputy Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary on Saturday asserted that Sushasan (good governance) will remain the focus of the NDA

Over 5.75 lakh devotees visit Sabarimala temple in first week of pilgrimage season

KOCHI (Kerala), Nov 22: Over 5.75 lakh devotees have visited the Sabarimala temple since it opened for the mandala-makaravilakku season on Novemb

India a Hindu nation that follows unity in diversity: Uma Bharti

BHOPAL, Nov 22 : Senior BJP leader Uma Bharti on Saturday said that although India is a Hindu state, it does not follow or work on the basis of a

Spirit of national unity must remain paramount in citizens hearts : Delhi CM

NEW DELHI, Nov 22: Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Saturday led a Unity March to promote national unity and integrity on the 150th birth anni

Delhi Police bust Pakistan-backed international arms smuggling racket; 4 arrested, high-end foreign weapons seized

NEW DELHI, Nov 22: The Crime Branch of Delhi Police have dismantled an international arms trafficking module by arresting four men who were alleg

Shivakumar seeking support from jailed MLAs, claims Joshi

HUBBALLI, Nov 22: Union Minister Pralhad Joshi on Saturday alleged that horse trading of Congress MLAs is underway in Karnataka amid a power stru

Adoko natok jile chaani aba nambatenga: Timothy

SHILLONG: Sukrobar salo dingtangmanchagipa programme-rnag baksa World Fisheries Day-ko Fisheries department maniangaha, maniangao natokko jile ch

HC seeks responses in case over M F Husain painting borrowed by former Union minister

NEW DELHI, Nov 22: In a criminal breach of trust case over an M F Husain painting that former Union minister Bhanwar Jitendra Singh allegedly bor

In the name of the cow | Maharashtras cow vigilantes fuel fear among meat traders, cattle rearers

In a Mumbaichawl, a woman waits for her missing husband. In Nashik, a man is allegedly bludgeoned to death. In Ahilyanagar, a child ends his life