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Divorce Notice Drives Man to Suicide in Ghatkesar

The couple later shifted to a rented house at Keesara and elders from both families attempted mediation. Police said the woman eventually sought

Rs 1,425-Cr Smart Vending Project to Reshape Vizag Streets

Additional Commissioner P.M. Satyaveni, along with South Constituency MLA Vamsi Krishna Srinivas Yadav, held meetings with beneficiaries at the G

Multiple issues discussed, in Brahmin MLAs get-together

The meeting was attended by roughly 35 MLAs and MLCs hailing from the Brahmin community

Teens body found in Munak Canal; 2 arrested

Anu Garg becomes Odishas first woman Chief Secretary

Garg has been elevated to top post with incumbent Manoj Ahuja retiring on December 31, 2025

Uproar as Hindu group allegedly recited Hanuman Chalisa outside Bareilly church before Christmas

The Congress alleged that the right wing groups are intentionally trying to undermine religious freedom of minority communities

Unnao rape case: Relocate me to Congress-led state, says survivor

Unnao rape survivor and her mother met Rahul and Sonia Gandhi seeking help in their legal battle against convicted attacker Kuldeep Sengar, who r

Union Cabinet clears 3 new metro stretches; network to cross 400 km

Expansion to include 13 new stations; project to be completed within 3 yearsat estimated cost of over 12,000 cr.; PM calls it an infrastructure b

Is there an Epstein's Naughty List? Here's complete truth and all about Trump Naughty List video and Jeffrey Epstein files release

Is there an Epstein's Naughty List? The question surfaced after the White House shared a video of Donald Trump reading a so-called naughty list.

Bruce Willis' wife Emma Heming shares heartbreaking FTD holiday updatehere's how she navigates the holidays with his diagnosis

Emma Heming, wife of actor Bruce Willis, opens up about the challenges of the holiday season. Willis battles frontotemporal dementia. Heming deta

Mumbai Will Get Marathi Mayor: Raj Thackeray

The formal announcement of the alliance was made by Raj Thackeray. Maharashtra was waiting for this moment. I officially declare that Shiv Sena a

Ban on entry of trucks lifted as citys air quality improves

Red Fort blast case: court extends judicial custody of seven till Jan. 8

Pennsylvania nursing home explosion kills 2, firefighters & rescue teams show unprecedented heroism

Schools to form fee fixation committees by Jan. 10: Sood

Pune company's Delhi-Mumbai express-way contract may be axed over delays

The National Highways Authority of India has issued a final notice to Roadways Solutions India Infra Ltd (RSIL) for termination over severe delay

Pat Finn, star of The Middle and Seinfeld, dies at 60 after a private battle with bladder cancer

Pat Finn, the actor and comedian recognized for playing Bill Norwood in The Middle and Joe Mayo in Seinfeld, has passed away at 60 after a battle

CCTV footage of assault in airport under review: police

Doctor seen punching patient in viral video indefinitely suspended by IGMC Shimla

The incident involved Dr Raghav Nirula, Senior Resident in the Department of Pulmonary Medicine, and a 36-year-old male patient identified as Arj

UDF remains a divided house in Perumbavoor municipality

Telangana: Student Working as App Rider for Fees Run Over

Panjagutta police sub-inspector B. Venugopal said the victim, Ayaan Ahmed, was working as a driver to fund his studies.

US Officials Find Over A Million More Epstein-Related Documents

The Justice Department said Wednesday that finishing the release of all of the Jeffrey Epstein files could take a few more weeks, further delayin

Christmas weather alert: Tornado warning issued for Los Angeles, California

A tornado warning has been issued in California as severe storms move through the state. Parts of Los Angeles are under a tornado alert today, wi

Unnao rape case: Delhi high court says Kuldeep Singh Sengar not 'public servant' under Pocso Act

Move comes even as plea against life term is pending

Sengottaiyan hints at AIADMK leaders joining TVK

Donald Trump in Epstein files: Key names, takeaways from latest release

Epstein files latest: The most concrete new detail is an internal email dated January 7, 2020, in which a New York prosecutor said flight records

WaterAdalatto be held on December 26

BWSSB to hold phone-in programme on December 26

Trumps $2,000 tariff dividend warning: Why experts predict grocery bills could rise in US

Trumps $2,000 tariff dividend impact on grocery prices: President Trump plans a $2,000 tariff dividend for Americans. Economists worry this could

Man to be Hanged for Repeatedly Raping his Minor Daughter in Tirunelveli

Delivering the verdict, the court observed that a father repeatedly abusing his own daughter amounted to a heinous and unforgivable crime and a g

Unnao rape case: CBI to challenge Delhi HC order; survivor meets Rahul Gandhi, seeks assistance

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), which probed the 2017 Unnao rape case will immediately challenge in the Supreme Court a Delhi High Cou

When is the next full moon in the US? Here's the complete 2026 full moon schedule

Louisville stargazers can anticipate 12 full moons in 2026, each with a unique seasonal name. From the January Wolf Moon to the December Cold Moo

Government To Launch Bharat Taxi With Profit-Sharing Model for Drivers: Amit Shah

New cooperative taxi model aims to boost driver income and customer convenience

BJP, Shindes Shiv Sena Seal Most BMC Seats

On Wednesday, Mumbai BJP chief Ameet Satam held a core committee meeting with Shiv Sena leader Rahul Shewale at the BJP office to take forward se

JK Finance Department orders transfer posting of 17 AAOs

JAMMU, Dec 24: Jammu and Kashmir Finance Department has ordered the transfer and posting of 17Assistant Accounts Officers.. click here to see com

ED Secures Return of Rs 63 Crore Scam Cash to Two Banks

Based on the orders of the Special PMLA Court, Nampally, Hyderabad, issued on March 2, 2025, and December 17, 2025, the ED restored recovered mon

Tornado warning issued in Los Angeles county amid severe storms

On Wednesday, the NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA issued a tornado warning at 10:20 a.m., effective until 10:45 a.m., for Alhambra, Pasadena, Monterey

DAE conducts site emergency exercise at Kalpakkam

J&K: High court dismisses Mehbooba Muftis plea to shift undertrials

The Jammu & Kashmir High Court has dismissed a Public Interest Litigation filed by former CM Mehbooba Mufti. The court deemed the petition vague,

People support DMK because it is a good force, says Minister

The digital narcissus

AI has learned the art of flattery. The result is tragic: we have taught machines to keep us stupid, unquestioning, unchallenged, and content

Dhurandhar Box Office Collection Day 20: Ranveer Singh blockbuster maintains momentum to cross Rs 600 crore mark

The spy actioner has maintained its momentum even as it nears its fourth weekend since being released on December 5. With fresh collections on Ch

Governor Ravi, Stalin extend Christmas greetings to people

Following talks, T.N. to regularise services of 1,000 contract nurses

BRS Hits Back at CM Revanth Reddy

KTR, Harish Rao say CM resorts to abuse to deflect from governance and water disputes

EC to conduct special camps for submitting claims and objections

$1,776 Warrior Dividend payment taxable and does it affect my BAH or pay raise? What service members must know and are guard and reserve eligible for it

$1,776 Warrior Dividend payment taxable and does it affect my BAH or pay raise? This explainer answers service member questions about eligibility

Why do only 14% of Americans max out their 401(k), and what does the data reveal about who can actually afford it?

Only 14% of workers max out their 401(k)s, despite rising retirement risks. Data from Vanguard shows the issue is largely structural. Wages have

Midnight mass marks the start of Christmas festivities in Madurai

ACB Finds Two Suitcases Of Property Papers With Mahbubnagar Transport Officer

The ACB has formed a special team to arrest the driver and is probing the properties and valuables that are in Sivashankar's possession. The ACB

Corrections and Clarifications December 25, 2025

J&K: JCO on duty dies of gunshot in Samba; Army rules out terror angle

A Junior Commissioned Officer of the Indian Army, Subedar Surjeet Singh, tragically lost his life from a gunshot wound while on duty in Samba dis

SHGs To Get Exclusive Buildings

Rs 10 lakh structures to boost self-employment, leadership and grassroots decision-making

Average income, homeownership, and net worth for 4554-year-olds in the US

People usually earn the most money between ages 45 and 54. Income and wealth depend on education, homeownership, and spending habits. College gra

J&K: Leopard attacks CRPF cop in Kashmir camp

A CRPF head constable sustained injuries when a leopard entered a paramilitary camp in Anantnag, attacking him in the mess. The animal subsequent

Scuffle erupts among Matuas in Bangaon HQ

A major scuffle erupted among Matuas in Thakurnagar, the community's headquarters. This incident occurred after Union minister Shantanu Thakur ma

Tamil Nadu: Cop Suspended for Sexually Harassing Student on Train

Based on the findings and seriousness of the charge, senior police officials ordered the immediate suspension of Sheikh Abdullah from his posting

Israel-Hamas war to return? Netanyahu warns Hamas: Signals Israeli attack in explosive new address

US rare earth buyers still see China curbs despite Trump deal

China is still limiting rare earth element supplies needed by the United States for permanent magnet manufacturing. This is happening even after

Will you see Santa or the ISS this Christmas? Do not forget to watch this bright Christmas flyby on Dec. 24 and 25

Look up this Christmas for a special sight. The International Space Station will glide across the sky before sunrise on December 24 and 25. This

Letters to The Editor December 25, 2025

Nurses Call Off Stir on Government Assurance to Regularise 1,000 Contract Nurses in Phase I

Highlighting the governments track record, Subramanian noted that under the previous regime, only 1,871 of the 6,395 contract nurses appointed in

Donbas, nuclear plant still unresolved as US & Ukraine seek to iron out key issues

Kyiv and Washington have agreed on key points to end the Ukraine conflict. However, disputes persist over territorial control in Donbas and manag

$46 flights to the Sun? Airlines winter sale has travelers racing to book warm escapes

American Airlines cheap flights deal: American Airlines is offering holiday travelers a chance to escape the cold. Winter flight deals are availa

Nicki Minaj stirs debate at AmericaFest after Charlie Kirk clip resurfaces

Nicki Minaj appeared at Turning Point USAs AmericaFest over the weekend, sparking discussion following a clip of the organizations late founder,

ED arrests key accused linked to illegal call-centre that targeted U.S. nationals

The agency has initiated the money-laundering investigation on the basis of a case registered by the CBI

S&P 500 sets a new all-time high on Christmas Eve How S&P 500 added $18 trillion in market value since the April 2025 bottom

S&P 500 has officially hit a fresh record high today, quietly locking in one of the strongest wealth-creation stretches in U.S. market history. F

The deliberate unmaking of Indias right to work

The repeal of MGNREGA marks the erosion of a foundational principle of Indias democracy and a political transformation of welfare

China opens doors wider to check falling foreign inflows

China is offering new incentives to attract foreign investment. The country has added over 200 industries to its encouragement list. These includ

AP Government To Soon Take Final Call on Controversial Rushikonda Resorts

NDA government weighs hospitality model amid CRZ limits and proposals from top hotel brands

Department of Posts to host Dak Adalat for customer feedback

Unavu Thiruvizha extended till December 28

Army flag march, RAF deployed in West Karbi Anglong

Army conducted a flag march in West Karbi Anglong following tension over alleged encroachment on grazing lands. Violence erupted on Monday, leadi

CBI To Challenge Order Giving Bail To Kuldeep Sengar In Unnao Case: Sources

The Delhi High Court order providing relief to Kuldeep Singh Sengar - the convict in the 2017 Unnao gangrape case -- will be challenged immediate

Magnetic moment: on India and rare earth elements

India must not undermine green compliance in its clean energy transition

PPP Policy To Continue, Asserts CM Naidu

Chairing a review of the health department at the secretariat, Naidu asked officials to firmly counter misinformation surrounding the PPP model a

New labour codes, the threats to informal workers

Unorganised workers have been left out of consideration in all the codes except the one that concerns social security

Srikakulam Proposes Seven-Day State Festival for Ratha Saptami

The collector Swapnil has urged participation from a wide spectrum of stakeholders, including public representatives, elders well-versed in templ

Unnao rape case: CBI to move Supreme Court against Delhi high court order; challenges bail to ex-BJP MLA Sengar

The CBI will challenge the Delhi High Court's decision to suspend former BJP MLA Kuldeep Singh Sengar's life sentence and grant him bail in the U

Sangh Parivar Creating Hatred Against Christians Will Be Dealt with Sternly: Pinarayi

A prayer group was attacked in Madhya Pradesh, and even in Kerala, a carol group in Palakkad was targeted.

Indian Army JCO killed in firing in J&K's Samba district

A junior commissioned officer of the Army died in a firing incident inside a military camp in Samba district of Jammu and Kashmir. The incident o

BSP's Unravelling: Once a third force, now hurtling towards zero MPs

The Bahujan Samaj Party, a former national third force, faces parliamentary absence for the first time. Once a significant player, the BSP drew a

Arundhatiand the power of perspective

Her career is not about the wickets taken or matches played, but about opening the doors for those waiting to break through; the move to Kerala b

Same-gender driver option to be mandatory on cab apps

The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways has mandated cab aggregators to offer passengers the option to select a driver of the same gender, wh

BMC polls: Marathi identity in play as Thackeray cousins join hands

Uddhav Thackeray and Raj Thackeray have joined forces for the upcoming Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation elections. The two parties aim to count

Municipal Election Buzz Draws Ticket Aspirants to Party Offices

Congress, BRS and BJP leaders see rush for tickets ahead of likely local body elections

Church Leaders Condemn Violence Against Christians Across the Country, Seek Urgent Intervention by PM Modi and Amit Shah

Cleemis also expressed concern over efforts to diminish the significance of Christmas, with other events being promoted to overshadow it.

Bengal CEO, officials train 4,600 micro observers

West Bengal's Chief Electoral Officer Manoj Agarwal trained over 4,600 micro observers for hearings concerning unmapped voters. These observers w

Bangladesh: Crude bomb explosion in Dhaka; 1 killed

A bomb blast in Dhaka claimed one life. This incident occurs as Tarique Rahman prepares to return to Bangladesh after years abroad. Meanwhile, pr

Road Ministry mandates cab aggregators to provide option of female drivers while booking a ride

Cab passengers can now choose a driver of the same gender. Female passengers can specifically select a female driver. This new rule aims to enhan