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Ready to rejoin AIADMK, says O. Panneerselvam

The ball is in Mr. Palaniswamis court ... all factions of the AIADMK should come together to make it an undefeatable force, he said

Tariff tirade | How good is the EU-India Free Trade Agreement for the common man?

News of soon-to-be-reduced tariffs has brought smiles a plenty, but all may not be as it seems

Roja Kannans Theeravinaitheerkum Thiruchendur took the audience on a voyage to the temple town

The thematic presentation traced the story of Tiruchendur Murugan through a carefully-curated recital .

Stock markets advance for 3rd day; Sensex rises 221 points, L&T major driver

The 50-share NSE Nifty edged higher by 76.15 points or 0.30% to end at 25,418.90; the broader index fell 182.95 points or 0.72% to a low of 25,15

India needs stable agri-export policy to achieve $100 billion goal: Economic Survey

However, agricultural exports have stagnated between fiscal 2022-23 and 2024-25, even as global agricultural trade rose to $2.4 trillion in 2024

Musalmaan hai, maaro: Kashmiri teen attacked with iron rod in Uttarakhand

A 17-year-old Kashmiri boy was attacked by a shopkeeper in Uttarakhands Dehradun district, with the teenager suffering serious injuries after bei

Why Super Clone Watches Are Reshaping How Consumers Evaluate Luxury Timepieces

Kim Seon-ho interview: On Can This Love Be Translated? and all things romance

Following the release of Can This Love Be Translated?, actor Kim Seon-ho reflects on what it takes to be a romantic lead, preparing to play a pol

Economic Survey says govt on course to achieve 4.4 pc fiscal deficit target

New Delhi: The government is well on track to meet the fiscal deficit target of 4.4 per cent of GDP estimated for the current financial year base

Ukraine says has received 1,000 bodies from Russia

Kremlin aide Vladimir Medinsky confirmed an exchange had taken place, writing on Telegram that the Russian side had received the remains of 38 ki

Bridgerton season 4: When and where to watch part 1 in India?

Mumbai: One of the most awaited Netflix series, Bridgerton season 4, will mark the return of fan-favourite character Eloise Bridgerton, played by

RTI not for idle curiosity: Economic Survey urges re-examination

New Delhi: The Economic Survey on Thursday, January 29, made a strong case for re-examining the nearly two-decade-old RTI law to exempt confident

Pilot of Ajit Pawars ill-fated plane cremated; locals remember him as affable neighbour

New Delhi: A heavy silence hung over a nondescript lane in Delhis Rajouri Garden on Thursday. Just a day ago, it lost its affable resident Captai

Ambedkar statue vandalised in Lucknow; case registered

Police are scanning CCTV footage from the vicinity to identify those involved

Kuppam spruces up for Chief Ministers three-day visit

On the firrst day the Chief Minister is scheduled to inaugurate the Kangundi heritage site development works and a bouldering park in Kuppam rura

Rupee settles near all-time low at 91.96 against U.S. dollar

At the interbank foreign exchange, the rupee opened at 91.95 and touched an early high of 91.82, but pared gains to touch an intra-day low of 92

Rupee settles near all-time low at 91.96 against US dollar

Forex traders said the rupee hit its all-time intra-day low of 92 against the US dollar amid geopolitical uncertainty and foreign outflows

Netanyahu rejects Gaza rebuild as 2,700 families completely wiped out

Israels genocide in Gaza has led to 2,700 families being completely wiped out and at least 6,000 families have been reduced to a single member si

U.S. judge blocks Trump administration from detaining refugees in Minnesota

U.S. District Judge John Tunheim said that the Trump administration could continue to enforce immigration laws and review refugees status, but th

Watch: Demystifying and celebrating the ghatam

Ghatam player, researcher, writer and author of the book Song of the Clay Pot Sumana Chandrashekar said here on Sunday that just by virtue of bei

Indias internet user base crosses 950M in 2025: IAMAI report

India now has 958 million active internet users, marking an approximate 8% yearonyear growth, reinforcing Indias position as one of the worlds la

Kerala Budget: 2,333.64 crore to strengthen food security and price control mechanisms

75 crore for market intervention through Consumerfed, 95.55 crore for activities of Civil Supplies department related to ration distribution and

Wangchuk denies in SC allegations of remarks about overthrowing govt like Arab Spring

Senior advocate Kapil Sibal, appearing for Mr. Wangchuk's wife Gitanjali Angmo, submitted that police have relied on a selective video to mislead

Eco Survey: Indian auto industry witnessing tremendous growth in exports

The industry has recorded nearly 33 per cent growth in production over the last decade (from FY15 to FY25)

AKSI Aerospace launches cargo drone

AKSI Aerospace unveils Skyshipper, an advanced cargo drone for efficient logistics at Wings India 2026

Pakistans military undergoing major transformation: Asim Munir

Islamabad: Pakistans military is undergoing a major transformation in multiple domains, Chief of Defence Forces Field Marshal Asim Munir said on

Karnataka Assembly: BJP Walks Out Over State Ad on Centres VB-G RAM G Act

BJP members walked out of the Assembly in protest over the government's advertisement depicting caricatures of Mahatma Gandhi, claiming it disres

MPOWER Financing Launches Career Accelerator to Boost International Graduates Job Outcomes in the U.S. and Canada

Watch: Are your gadgets bringing you down?

Technology has become an inseparable part of everyday life, and avoiding it is no longer possible. As dependence on screens increases, it has rep

Fourteen Years of Codoid: Built Through Testing

Telanganas Bhu Bharati initiative, Kaleshwaram and Mission Kakatiya appreciated in Economic Survey 2026

Survey praises Kaleshwaram project and Mission Kakatiya for improving acreage

Sundaram Clayton net loss rises to 52 crore in Q3

Revenue declined by 5 per cent to 509 crore

At least 11 killed in a crash involving a minibus taxi and a truck in South Africa, officials

Garrith Jamieson, spokesperson for the private paramedic service ALS Paramedics, said 11 were dead and several people were critically injured, in

Kerala Budget earmarks 288.60 crore for forestry and wildlife conservation, focus on reducing human-wildlife conflict

Installation of smart physical barriers and warning systems, habitat improvement, public awareness programmes and strengthening of Rapid Response

Climate change action necessary but international; private capital flows remain constrained: Economic Survey

As India races towards its net-zero goal, the country is focusing on scaling renewables, battery storage, and nuclear energy. However, Economic S

Sonam Wangchuk denies Arab Spring remarks in Supreme Court, asserts right to protest

Activist Sonam Wangchuk denies inciting violence and overthrowing the government. His wife argues police used selective videos to mislead authori

No stay on trial court proceedings in wrestlers' sexual harassment case: Delhi HC

The Delhi High Court has clarified there is no stay on the trial court proceedings. This pertains to the sexual harassment case filed by women wr

How Indian startups can build a unique brand that scales

Why many Indian startups fail to scale despite good products. Learn how clarity, positioning, and brand systems drive recall, trust, and growth.

Pakistan says imprisoned ex-PM Imran Khan in good health after eye procedure

Pakistans jailed ex-Premier former Prime Minister Imran Khan underwent a medical procedure for an eye ailment last week at a government hospital

Dhurandhar OTT release date and time: When and where to watch Ranveer Singh and Akshaye Khannas blockbuster online

Dhurandhar OTT release date and time: Ranveer Singh- starring blockbuster is set to premieres on Netflix following a record-breaking 1,000 crore

Eco survey seeks minimum pay norms for gig workers as 40% earn less than 15,000 monthly

Non-agricultural gigs are projected to constitute 6.7 per cent of the workforce by 2029-30, contributing 2.35 lakh crore to GDP

Swiggy posts widened loss of Rs 1,065 Cr in December quarter as Instamart expenses mount

Despite a 53% revenue jump, Swiggy's Q3 loss widened to Rs 1,065 crore, up from Rs 799 crore a year ago. Heavy spending on Instamart in customer

India needs to bridge gaps in aircraft component manufacturing: Experts

There are issues in the focus of component makers, according to Ashish Saraf, Country Head & Chairman of the Board of Pratt & Whitney India

India-EU FTA can boost leather goods exports to EU by 20%

Chennai to host Leather Fashion Show on February 1

Need to retain students beyond Class 8: Economic Survey; supports open schooling

This disparity in urban areas having a higher share of secondary schools limits rural students' access to higher-level classes, resulting in ran

Pakistan's T20 WC Boycott Unlikely, Team To Leave For Colombo on Feb 2: Report

The source said that PCB had shown its full support to Bangladesh Cricket Board over their security concerns in playing in India and could not do

World faces copper shortage as AI data centres drive power demand: Economic Survey

Copper price has become increasingly volatile due to mine outages in Indonesia, Congo and Chile, raising concerns about supply deficits in the me

Pakistan's T20 WC boycott unlikely, team to leave for Colombo on Feb 2: Sources

Pakistan's T20 World Cup squad will depart for Colombo on February 2. This move effectively ends speculation about boycotting the tournament or t

World faces copper shortage as AI data centres drive power demand: Survey

New Delhi: The world will soon face a copper shortage due to surging power demand from artificial intelligence data centres, the Economic Survey

India-EU FTA to benefit multiple sectors, deepen trade engagement across globe: Experts

New Delhi, Jan 29 : The India-EU free trade agreement is expected to benefit a wide range of domestic sectors and deepen Indias trade engagement

SC reserves verdict on Bihar electoral roll SIR challenge

The Supreme Court has reserved its verdict on petitions challenging Bihar's Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls. A bench heard argument

Three men arrested for sexual assault on woman at government college in Chennai

Police said the 20-year-old woman was sexually assaulted by Muthuselvam, who ran a canteen on the college campus, along with Gunasekaran and Kart

Orient Power bags wind energy generator supply order from Suzlon Energy

New Delhi, Jan 29 : Orient Green Power Company on Thursday said it has signed a contract with Suzlon Energy to supply three wind energy generator

'Vijay Is Good Actor, Not Politician': EPS' Swipe At TVK Chief

Somebody at whose rally 41 people died in a stampede due to chaotic venue management cannot claim to have the knowhow of making it big in politic

Labour codes implementation to play key role in supporting formal employment: Economic Survey

The Economic Survey suggested that as definitions of work continue to evolve, dynamic labour policy and flexible regulatory frameworks would ensu

Millions of Indian gig workers are stuck in low-pay jobs, Economic Survey finds

The report argues policy should help shift workers from being forced into gig work out of necessity to choosing it willingly, whether as a primar

Asias cleanest village in Meghalaya to be closed to tourists on Sundays

Shillong: Mawlynnong in Meghalayas East Khasi district, widely known as Asias cleanest village, will remain closed to single-day tourists on Sund

First report of 7th State Finance Commission suggests exploration of municipal bonds, devolution of 29% of State Plan to local bodies in 2026-27

Commission recommends creation of a Board of Finance for Local Governments so that local bodies are empowered in all possible ways to realise the

Imtiaz Ali's next feature with Diljit Dosanjh gets new release date

Originally set to release during the Baisakhi festival this April, the untitled flick directed by Imtiaz Ali and starring Diljit Dosanjh, promise

To Industrialise or Not? That is the Question in Singur

Singur stands like a nemesis for Mamata, a potential ticket for the BJP, and an opportunity lost for the Left.

Denmark Says It Held Very Constructive Meeting With US Over Greenland

Denmark's foreign minister said Thursday he was more optimistic after technical talks kicked off with the United States over Greenland.

Shraddha Kapoor to star opposite Allu Arjun: Check film details

Hyderabad: Fans love watching fresh onscreen pairings, and the latest buzz has given them a major reason to cheer. Bollywood star Shraddha Kapoor

Dramatic Video Shows BJP MLA Being Abused At Temple, Man Arrested

A sensational incident has shaken the political circles in Madhya Pradesh's Rewa, with viral footage showing the verbal abuse and attempted assau

Three possible worlds in 2026: What may go wrong, flags Economic Survey

Economic Survey 2026: As we step into 2026, the globe stands at a crossroads, grappling with three distinct futures. From a delicate equilibrium

Happiest Diagnostics Receives NABL Accreditation, Laying Strong Foundation for Advanced Diagnostics

Happiest Diagnostics , a unit of Happiest Health, has received accreditation from the National Accreditation Board for Testing and Calibration La

TikTok permanently bans Palestinian journalist Bisan Owda

Amid growing concerns over the silencing of pro-Palestinian voices, Emmy Award-winning Palestinian journalist Bisan Owdas TikTok account has been

J&K Expects Central Package In Union Budget To Boost Industrial Growth: CM Omar Abdullah

Jammu, Jan 29: Asserting that unemployment cannot be addressed through government jobs alone, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Thursday said Jammu

Airtel partners Adobe to offer Express Premium access free to 360 mn customers

New Delhi, Jan 29 : Bharti Airtel on Thursday said it will provide free access to Adobe Express Premium to 360 million customers, enabling them t

Udupi Police Step Up Checks On Buses And Trucks

A drive was also conducted on vehicles transporting mines and minerals. As many as 1,352 such vehicles were checked during the day and 56 challan

Economic Survey flags digital addiction crisis: Warns of mental health toll on Indias youth

Digital access fuels learning, jobs, and civic participation, but compulsive use may come with economic and social costs, Survey warns

India's first OSAT founder on building chips, beating global margins, and why states are lining up at his door

RRP Electronics' Rajendra Chodankar says India can achieve 25-30% profit margins in semiconductor assembly while global players struggle at 7-10%

Old, Unrelated Video Viral as Protest Against BJP for the New UGC Guidelines

This video is from December 2025 showing a protest by Odisha Congress against the National Herald case.

Maruti shares down 3.5 pc post Q3 earnings

New Delhi, Jan 29 : Shares of Maruti Suzuki India on Thursday declined 3.5 per cent after its December quarter earnings failed to cheer investors

SMC Bill could serve as model for regulatory governance across financial sectors: Survey

A new Securities Markets Code Bill aims to modernize financial oversight. This proposed legislation could influence regulatory governance across

India's Internet User Base Crosses 950 Million In 2025: Report

India's internet user base crossed 950 million in 2025, driven largely by rapid growth in rural connectivity, rising short-video consumption, and

No India vs Pakistan but India vs Iceland in Colombo? Check the viral letter to ICC after T20 World Cup pullout threat

Iceland Cricket has sparked a viral storm by writing to the ICC regarding Pakistans potential pullout from the T20 World Cup 2026. As the PCB thr

HDFC Capital ties up with Curated Living Solutions for Rs 1,000-cr rental homes platform

New Delhi, Jan 28 : HDFC Capital Advisors Ltd has entered into a strategic partnership with Curated Living Solutions (CLS) to establish a Rs 1,00

Never Tapped Guv's Phone Calls : Karnataka HM On BJP's Charge

Saffron party leaders' charge appeared as if Congress is doing what the BJP had done in the past : G Parameshwara

Gillespie back in Pakistan cricket as coach of PSL franchise

Gillespie had resigned as head coach of the Pakistan Test team back in late 2024 owing to issues over authority and powers in team matters includ

People in favour of Sunetra Pawar's entry in Maharashtra cabinet: NCP leader Narhari Zirwal

In a recent statement, senior NCP figure Narhari Zirwal emphasized the public's wish for Sunetra Pawar, widow of the late Ajit Pawar, to step int

Australia, Pakistan Live Score Updates, T20 2026: Australia's young talents ready to shine

Indian, South Asian Airlines Will Need 3,300 New Aircraft By 2044: Boeing

Airlines in India and South Asia will need nearly 3,300 new aircraft over the next two decades as passenger air traffic in the region is projecte

High production cost, pricing could create hurdles for smooth flow of SAF

India has potential to become SAF hub

J&K Govt Directs Officials To Complete AI, Cybersecurity Courses On iGOT Karmayogi

JAMMU, Jan 29: The Jammu and Kashmir Government has directed all departments, PSUs and corporations to ensure that their employees enroll in and

Watch: Icons who helped build modern India

Drawing from ideas that out-Britished the British and sparked the green revolution, Priyambada Jayakumar and Aparajith Ramnaths conversation with

Economic Survey calls for setting up an AI Economic Council to manage economic and labour-market impact of AI

This new council will focus on what jobs might be affected, where those changes will hit hardest, and how to ensure that technology benefits ever

Space sector to be important contributor to future growth of India's economy: Jitendra Singh

India's space sector is poised for significant economic contribution. Revenue from launching foreign satellites has surged, with most launches oc

Join TVK, Vijay will give power: Chandrasekhar courts Congress

Actor Vijay's father S A Chandrasekhar has urged the Congress party to form an electoral alliance with his son's Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam. Chandr

Need to expand access to formal skilling; expand coverage of training programmes: Eco Survey

The Survey highlighted that skill education in schools would equip young people with market-aligned skills, particularly in the service sector, w

Gold, Silver Prices Likely to Rise as Safe-haven Investments: Eco Survey

It said the inflation outlook remains benign, supported by favourable supplyside conditions and the gradual pass-through of GST rate rationalisat