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Bangladesh electoral scheduling amid political unrest casts a cloud of doubt

The countrys election commission announced last week a timetable for the long-awaited general election; despite political parties welcoming the n

Kavitha Accused of Blackmail Tactics

Rao said Kavitha was being used by the Congress in the state and the BJP at the Centre to create a rift in the family of BRS president K. Chandra

Supreme Court Dismisses Plea Over Nagaram Land Allotment

The dispute relates to land situated in Survey No.s 194 and 195 of Nagaram of Maheshwaram mandal. Mallesh had raised objections, claiming that th

Netanyahu Demands Western Governments Fight Antisemitism

The Australian authorities said the attack was antisemitic, with Prime Minister Anthony Albanese saying it appeared to be motivated by Islamic St

RBI allows HDFC Bank units to acquire 9.5% stake in IndusInd Bank

Centre Approves 100-Bed ESIC Hospital Near Shamshabad Airport

A meeting chaired by Union labour and employment minister Dr Mansukh Mandaviya ahd cleared land acquisition worth Rs 16.125 crore for the project

New Rural Job Plan Set to Eat Into TG Coffers

Plan to pause it for 2 agri months also raised concern

FIR to Be Registered Against Owner If Pet Dog Bites Someone in Dehradun

According to the rules, which will come into effect after publication in the official gazette, it will be mandatory to obtain a license for dogs

Govt Centre To Hold Mock UPSC Personality Tests

The Centre that offers coaching for the preliminary examination, main Examination and personality tests functioned effectively to benefit aspiran

Scott Bessent hiding Epsteins secrets: Dems accuse Trump team of burying explosive evidence

All For Love movie starring Whitney Leavitt: Everything we know about her first feature film set to release next year

All For Love: Whitney Leavitt is set for a busy 2026. She stars as Winona in the holiday romantic comedy All For Love, her first feature film. Le

16 Naren 4-Lorry Driver Died In Firing On NH-44 In Nizamabad

Commissioner of Police P.Sai Chaitanya said that lorry driver Salman died due to head injury. Doctors identified that head injury with a rod migh

Sinners, Wicked: For Good, K-Pop Demon Hunters Advance in Oscars Shortlists

Sinners and Wicked: For Good received the most shortlist mentions with eight each, including makeup and hair, sound, visual effects, score, casti

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Nashik Court Upholds 2 Years Jail Term Of Maharashtra Minister

The First Class Magistrate Court had sentenced Mr. Kokate to the two-year prison sentence and also imposed Rs 10,000 fine on him. The case dates

FIFA Announces $60 World Cup Tickets for Loyal Fans'

FIFA said that the $60 (51 euros) tickets would be reserved for fans of qualified teams and would make up 10 percent of each national federation'

MP Govt Abolishes Temporary Post System, Convert Them To Permanent Posts

The state cabinet chaired by chief minister Mohan Yadav has approved measures to eliminate distinction between sanctioned permanent and temporary

West Bengal Govt Took Action Following Messi Incident: Abhishek Banerjee

Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Tuesday accepted the sports minister's resignation, while the state government show-caused the DGP and other se

DC Edit | Make An Example Of Luthras

Hardly had the night club they co-owned and operated in Arpora in North Goa started going up in flames just before midnight on December 5 owing

Mohan Guruswamy | How Rising Inequality Leads To Distorting Indian Society

It is said that an analysis of the Kindle readers of the Piketty book revealed that a typical reader got through 26 of its 700 pages. But have no

IndiGo crisis: Delhi HC to hear plea on compensation to flyers

Every building on Earth mapped in 3D: New map shows 2.75 billion structures including yours

3D map of the world: A new interactive map, GlobalBuildingAtlas, has been released, featuring 2.75 billion buildings in 3D worldwide. Developed b

Goa cops arrest Luthra brothers in Delhi on arrival from Thailand

DDA offers Narela flats at discounted price for serving, retired govt. employees

Anti-pollution measure falters as eateries cling to coal-fired tandoors

Hurdle cleared for DMRCs Rithala-Narela-Kundli project

No entry for non-Delhi private vehicles below BS-6 till Grap 3 in force: Sirsa

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Traffic police to allow payment of challans through UPI apps

Juveniles accused in many of the 12 killings in city over fortnight

SCCL Staffer Loses Bid To Change Date of Birth

The court says belated claims could not be entertained, contrary to service rules and settled law

Thackeray Cousins to Jointly Contest 6 Municipal Corporation Elections

Mr. Raut said that the formal announcement about the alliance is expected to be made this week

Lieutenant Gurmukh Singh's miracle: 7 failures, 1 commission

DEHRADUN: In a story that exemplifies grit over glamour, a soldier from a family steeped in military tradition has emerged as a powerful role mod

Discussions Continue on How to Use Rushikonda Complex

The meeting was attended also by minister Dola Bala Veeranjaneya Swamy, along with tourism special chief secretary Ajay Jain, tourism MD and AP t

Pawan Sanctions Road on the Spot After Constables Appeal

Deputy CM approves Rs 2-crore road after constables appeal during appointment event

Ex-Corporator Quits Uddhavs Party, Joins BJP

After joining the BJP, Tejasvee said she had worked diligently in the Shiv Sena (UBT) and would now work harder in her new party

DC Edit | Govt Needs To Drop New Rural Jobs Scheme Plan

Indeed, every salient feature of the MGNREGA scheme is done to death in the new proposed scheme. The most important element of the scheme was tha

CM Naidu to Attend Christmas High Tea on Dec. 22 in Vijayawada

The minister underlined that there should be no lapses in protocol, hospitality or logistics. All departments must coordinate to make the event a

Over 1 lakh drug samples tested in 2024-25, 3,000 fail quality standards: Centre

NEW DELHI: Over one lakh drugs samples were tested in 2024-25, out of which over 3,000 were declared not of standard quality, the centre informed

Congress issues whip in Lok Sabha, asks MPs to be present in House for next three days

Key legislation such as the VB-G RAM G and a new Bill to overhaul laws governing India's civil nuclear sector are likely to come up for considera

48,563 MBBS and 29,080 PG seats added in six years: Centre in Rajya Sabha

NEW DELHI: There is an increase of 48,563 MBBS seats and 29,080 PG seats in the country from academic year 2020-21 to 2025-26, the centre informe

K.J. Jacob | Despite Dramatic Win In Its Capital, A Long Way To Go For BJP In Kerala

Mr Modi's congratulations and blessings will be a shot in the arm for the BJP for its campaign for the Assembly elections due in April-May 2026,

AP CM Says YSRC Chief Has Scant Respect for Judiciary

The Chief Minister maintained that the PPP-based new medical colleges in AP would increase the number of medical seats in the state, while ensuri

Dense fog disrupts flights for second day; 131 services cancelled at Delhi airport

NEW DELHI: Dense fog led to flight cancellations across northern India for the second consecutive day on Tuesday, though the impact was less seve

BJP-Shinde Alliance Sets 150 Seats Target for BMC Election

Mr. Shelar said that winning more than 150 seats is the formula and number decided by the alliance partners

Osmania Varsity Greenery Protective Cover for Birds

New book documents 839 plant species, highlights campus role as urban biodiversity refuge

US Visa Interviews Deferred to October

Immigration experts say the lack of clear communication has worsened anxiety. A transparent explanation from the consulates on how cancelled appo

The time has come to split the coaching job in Indian cricket

The Messi odyssey: of hard-earned memories and clicks

The Argentine legend, Suarez and De Paul spent less than an hour at the venue, but gave the fans something to carry for a lifetime; in a tour dom

Parliament watch: Govt seeks to mitigate US tariff impact, marine exports grow 20% and more

India is actively working to counter US tariff effects with a comprehensive plan. Efforts include trade agreements and export promotion initiativ

MP announces Rs 1,782 crore compensation package for thousands displaced by dam projects

BHOPAL: The Madhya Pradesh government on Tuesday approved a Rs 1,782 crore special relief package for families affected by submergence due to thr

RTOs need a passport to stay relevant

These offices need to be restored to their original purpose of ensuring road safety; one model to follow is that of Passport Seva Kendras, which

Muscat Moment: PM Modi's visit tests bilateral Gulf bet beyond oil

Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Muscat will focus on strengthening India-Oman ties. A key outcome is expected to be a Comprehensive Econo

VB-G RAM G Bill tabled in Lok Sabha amid Opposition protest

A new bill, the Viksit Bharat Guarantee for Rozgar and Aajeevika Mission (Gramin) Bill, 2025, has been introduced in Lok Sabha. This bill aims to

Think hot showers are best? A scientist says lukewarm water is the healthier daily choice

A skin doctor says hot showers may harm your skin. She suggests short showers with lukewarm water instead. Hot water can wash away natural skin o

Phase 2 SIR: Over one crore names left out in three states, two UTs

Electoral rolls in five states and Union Territories have seen over one crore names removed. This is part of a special revision process. West Ben

Thousands of glaciers to melt each year by mid-century: study

A new study warns that thousands of the worlds glaciers could disappear every year in the coming decades, with climate policy determining how sev

CCI clears ITC paper business buy, Coinbase DCX deal

The Competition Commission of India has approved three significant business deals. ITC's acquisition of Aditya Birla Real Estate's paper and pulp

Pakistan has an 'obsessive focus on harming India', India tells UNSC

India has strongly criticized Pakistan at the UN Security Council. New Delhi labeled Pakistan the global epicentre of terror. India highlighted P

Udhayanidhi Stalin launches Sports Tamil Nadu Athlete Management System

Gunfire triggers fresh tension in Manipur

The incident occurred a day after 389 internally displaced persons returned to their homes in an area bordering Bishnupur and Churachandpur distr

US State Dept doc outlines priority areas for Quad

The US State Department has released a document detailing Quad cooperation. India, Japan, Australia, and the US will enhance maritime security. T

State Govt To Takeover Hyd Metro By March 2026

The Chief Secretary emphasised that the transfer must be carried out smoothly and expeditiously over the next 100 days. He asked L&T to extend it

Over 60,000 and 18000 patients are waiting for kidney and liver transplant, respectively

NEW DELHI: As many as 60,590 patients are on the waiting list for a kidney transplant and 18,724 for a liver transplant till December 8, the Cent

Letters to The Editor December 17, 2025

8th Pay Commission arrears to start from January 1, 2026? Here's what the govt said

Last month, the Centre approved the terms of reference for the 8th Pay Commission and granted the panel a period of 18 months to submit its repor

NCLT approves Vedantas demerger plan

Ukraine and 34 other countries approve compensation body for damages from Russia's invasion

Ukrainian President Zelenskyy and 34 nations approved plans for a compensation body to address war damages, though funding remains uncertain. The

CM Announces Stipend Hike For Trainee Constables

The announcement drew wild cheers from the gathering: Reports

'Bondi Beach terror attacker originally from Hyderabad': Telangana Police

A mass shooting at Bondi Beach involved Sajid Akram, an Indian passport holder from Hyderabad. Telangana police confirmed he was not radicalized

Stepping stone: On nuclear policy, the SHANTI Bill

Indias nuclear governance needs regulatory independence

Rupee breaches 91 level, turns weakest Asian currency in 2025

With Indias growth strong and inflation contained, policymakers may becomfortable allowing some depreciation, currency experts opined

Sonia Gandhi seeks timely pay, hikes for ASHA, Anganwadi workers

Sonia Gandhi raised concerns in the Rajya Sabha about ASHA and Anganwadi workers. These women are overburdened and underpaid for their vital gove

8 Killed In Eastern Pacific In Latest US Military Strike On Alleged Drug Boat

Strikes on three alleged drug-trafficking vessels in the eastern Pacific Ocean killed eight people on Monday, according to the US military, the l

23,926 Infiltrators Arrested Since 2014; None On India-China Border: Centre

No infiltration cases have been reported along the India-China border since 2014, the government informed the Parliament, security forces apprehe

The Trump NSS, Europes existential crisis

With the Trump Administrations National Security Strategy making it clear that American support to Europe is now faint, it remains to be seen how

Winter storm warning: Is your pacific northwest travel safe amidst 36 inches of snow and landslide risks?

A Winter Storm Warning is in effect for the Pacific Northwest. Heavy snow, up to three feet, is forecast for the northern Cascades and Rockies. D

516-crore DFI deposit scam: HC clears way for auction of attached properties to repay victims

Google To Extend $8 Million Financial Support to India's AI Centres

Apart from Google, the other architects of AI models are Gemini and Gemma which are integrated for search enhancements, cloud services, and enter

Disciplinary action proceedings commence against erring State govt. staff facing charges

Over 1,200 staffers are facing charges, while around 500 have already been placed under suspension

Disclosure Day trailer out now: Steven Spielbergs movie release date, cast, plot and what we know so far

Disclosure Day trailer: Steven Spielberg returns to science fiction with his new film, Disclosure Day. The movie is scheduled for a June 12, 2026

AMRUT: Parliamentary panel flags delays, urges sops for timely delivery

The panel for housing and urban affairs has found gaps in actual implementation of AMRUT on the ground. The mission, which entails development of

Speakers forecast nuclear energy renaissance for India in the near future at TANENERGY SUMMIT 2025

Blatant foul: On Venezuela and U.S. aggression

Washingtons militarised approach to Venezuela is a violation of international law

PM Modi Becomes 1st Head Of Government To Receive Ethiopia's Highest Award

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday was conferred with Ethiopia's highest award, 'The Great Honour Nishan of Ethiopia', by his Ethiopian coun

TNMC details verification process in connection with foreign medical graduates

TNMC says that the Directorate of Medical Education and Research is allotting CRMI in NMC-recognised medical colleges as per the present quota of

Explained: Why Is Trump Administration Putting Pressure On Venezuela

Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth will hold closed, classified briefings for all U.S. senators and representat

RUSA Funds, New VCs, Pending Probe

Minister Lokesh outlines roadmap for university revival: Reports

The three revolutions reshaping American power

The central thread around the internal, external and economic policies is an architecture of cruelty, where harm is anticipated, normalised, and

3 Indian Students Injured In Bondi Beach Shooting

Three Indian students were among 40 people injured in the terrorist attack on Sydney's Bondi Beach in Australia, according to a media report on T

SC notice to Lok Sabha, Rajya Sabha secretariats on Justice Yashwant Varma's impeachment plea

The Supreme Court has issued a notice to the Lok Sabha Speaker. This follows a plea by Allahabad High Court Justice Yashwant Varma. He is challen