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India revamps tax regime in 2025, new IT Act to take effect from April 1

NEW DELHI, Dec 25: India overhauled its tax regime in 2025 with sharp cuts in Goods and Services Tax (GST) rates and a higher income tax exemptio

Mahesh Babu To Explore Japan With Varanasi

Varanasi may have a simultaneous release in Japan along with the films global launch

Top 5 Tollywood stars: Who dominated Google searches in 2025?

Hyderabad: As 2025 comes to an end, Google search trends have revealed which Tollywood star truly ruled public interest this year. With blockbust

US: Powerballs jackpot to make Christmas Eve unforgettable for lucky winner

Washington: A Christmas Eve Powerball drawing could add new meaning to holiday cheer as millions of players hope to cash in on the USD 1.7 billio

DOJ says it may need few more weeks to finish releasing Epstein files

Washington: The Justice Department said on Wednesday that it may need a few more weeks to release all of its records on the late sex offender Jef

Two Indians, Thai woman held in Nepal with 4.3 kg cocaine

Two Indians and a Thai woman were arrested in Kathmandu over cocaine possession, with one suspect allegedly swallowing 29 pills to evade police,

Police organise mega medical camp for tribals in Velairupadu Agency Area

In addition to conducting medical examinations, free medicines were distributed to all needy patients

Trump warns against infiltration by bad Santa

West Palm Beach: President Donald Trump marked Christmas Eve by quizzing children calling in about what presents they were excited about receivin

'Youll know me now': Gunman told Aligarh Muslim University teacher before shooting him in head

A school teacher at Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) was shot dead by unidentified assailants inside the university campus on Wednesday night, tri

School teacher shot dead on AMU campus

Aligarh: A school teacher was shot dead by unidentified assailants on the Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) campus, police said on Thursday. AMU Pr

School bus en route to field trip at Jalavihar in Hyderabad overturns

Hyderabad: A school bus en route to a field trip to Jalavihar Water Park in Hyderabad overturned on Thursday, December 25, leaving several studen

Entrepreneur Aahil Ayaz on his pickleball project

A glimpse into how Aahil Ayaz channelled his experiences in tennis and pickleball to start a business

Telugu cinema 2025: A dull year, with a few clutter breakers

As the fatigue of multi-part pan-India films deepened, comedies offered cheer and newer voices came as a silver lining

Planning a Christmas party? Easy games and activities for adults and kids

Christmas 2025 Party Games: Christmas parties come alive with engaging games and activities for all ages. From 'Pin the Nose on Santa' for kids t

BMC polls: Deadlock persists over couple of seats between Sena (UBT), MNS

Bhandup and Vikhroli in the eastern suburbs are the areas where both Uddhav Thackerays Sena (UBT) and Raj Thackerays MNS have a strong presence

Why is Tarique Zia's return good for India? How will it impact Bangladesh Elections 2026?

Tarique Zia returned to Bangladesh after 17 years of exile, drawing a huge Dhaka rally. His comeback reshapes BNP politics ahead of the 2026 elec

Zero Tolerance on Drunk Driving for New Year: Sajjanar

120 strategic points identified across seven zones; special enforcement drive till December 31 with strict action against violators.

Study indicates need for integrated centres for assessment of breast cancer

The analysis by the Chennai Breast Centre revealed that when tests are conducted across multiple centres in a fragmented manner, a significant pr

Merry Christmas 2025: Why is Christmas celebrated on December 25? Full story explained

Christmas 2025: Christmas is observed on December 25but it wasn't Jesus's original birthday. Early Christians celebrated on various dates before

Mark movie review: Sudeeps thriller just about passes the test

With some stylish scenes and a few catchy dance numbers, Mark, starring Sudeep and directed by Vijay Kartikeyaa, tries to be a gripping thriller,

How 2025 made India more nimble, agile and attractive

In 2025, India enacted significant economic reforms to boost competitiveness and resilience amidst global uncertainties. Key initiatives included

No, Supreme Court Hasnt Reduced Recovery Period for Pension Commutation

The viral claim is false. The recovery period for pension commutation remains 15 years from the date of commutation.

Make arrangements for Kolleru Festival Ensure migratory birds are easily viewed, says Eluru district Collector

She also instructed officials to provide details of nearby temples and tourist destinations in the form of a tourism circuit to visitors particip

India has 18 FTAs but must now focus on boosting exports amid tough 2026 trade outlook: GTRI

India's trade focus must shift from signing new deals to maximising existing free trade agreements for export growth, especially in electronics,

Nepotism That Existed In Sports Before 2014 Has Ended; Now Poor Can Rise To Top Levels: PM Modi

New Delhi, Dec 25: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday said irregularities in team selection and sports that often happened before 2014 came

Bangladesh Opposition leader returns from exile after 17 years

Bangladesh Opposition leader and son of former Prime Minister Khaleda Zia, Tarique Rahman, returned to the country after 17 years in exile on Thu

Unnao rape case: Plea filed in SC against suspension of Sengars jail term

NEW DELHI, Dec 25: A plea has been filed in the Supreme Court challenging a Delhi High Court order suspending the jail term of expelled BJP leade

Ajit hasnt given up ideology: Supriya Sule hints at Pawar tie-up for BMC polls; mentions talks ongoing

PM Modi unveils Rashtra Prerna Sthal, 230-crore memorial honoring Atal Bihari Vajpayee in Lucknow

T.N. govt. promotes seven IAS officers of 1995 batch to Chief Secretary grade

Additionally, six IAS officers of the 2002 batch were promoted to the Prinicipal Secretary grade

Amit Shah inaugurates Abhyudaya MP Growth Summit; launches, lays foundation of Rs 2 lakh crore projects

Union Home Minister Amit Shah inaugurated the 'Abhyudaya Madhya Pradesh Growth Summit' in Gwalior, launching industrial projects worth Rs 2 lakh

Indian exporters can help New Zealand cut China dependence, boost shipments: GTRI

Indian exporters across various sectors have significant potential to increase shipments to New Zealand, helping the island nation reduce its rel

6 foods to eat on an empty stomach

Meet Vinayak Agarwal, CAT 2025 topper who scored 99.99 percentile, he comes from..., check his scorecard

IIM Kozhikode has officially announced the CAT 2025 results on 24 December 2025, where a total of 12 candidates secured a perfect 100 percentile,

6 naxalites, including top leader Ganesh Uike, neutralised in major Odisha operation

A significant security operation in Odisha's Kandhmal district resulted in the neutralization of six Naxalites, including Central Committee membe

Meet Aishki Sen, CAT topper who scored 99.18 percentile, she hails from..., check her scorecard

Aishiki, a BA Psychology student from Banaras Hindu University, scored 99.18 percentile in the CAT 2025 exam and emerged as one of the toppers. C

Jingle Hell? Hate Crimes Against Christians See a Spike Around Christmas Again

A mob vandalised Christmas decor at a Raipur mall, another miscreant assulted vendors selling Christmas toys.

Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav attacks Congress over Aravalli mining claims

NEW DELHI, Dec 25: Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav on Thursday rejected allegations levelled by the Congress that more than 90 per cen

Hindutva mob vandalise Christmas mall decor during Chhattisgarh Bandh

Raipur: During the Chhattisgarh Bandh, on Christmas Eve, Hindutva workers armed with sticks vandalised Raipurs Magneto Mall, forcibly taking down

Rediscovering Roots: How Margazhiyil Makkal Isai Inspires a Cultural Renaissance

Margazhiyil Makkal Isai, a cultural movement to platform art that is entirely rooted in Tamil culture and its people, while celebrating music lik

Christmas Carol Clash Leaves Several Injured in Kerala's Alappuzha

The incident occurred in the Nooranad area at around 11.30 pm on Christmas Eve when a disagreement between the groups escalated into a physical f

Indias easternmost village in Arunachal to host first Sunrise Festival

Anjaw districts Dong is a habitation that receives the first rays of the sun in the country every day

6 superfoods that boost overall health

Superfoods are packed with essential nutrients that support overall well-being. Adding them to your daily diet can improve immunity, energy level

India Tests K-4 Missile, With 3,500-km Range, From Nuclear-Powered Submarine

In a big flex of its nuclear capabilities, India has tested an intermediate-range ballistic missile launched from a nuclear-capable submarine.

PM Modi offers prayers, joins Christmas celebrations at Cathedral Church of the Redemption, Delhi

North India gripped by severe cold wave; Rajasthans Fatehpur coldest at 1.6C

An intense cold wave continued to grip Punjab, Haryana and Rajasthan, with Rajasthans Fatehpur in Sikar district emerging as the coldest place at

For Mumbai courts, it was a year of acquittals in two blast cases

Mumbai courts delivered key verdicts in 2025. All accused in the 2008 Malegaon and 2006 train blasts were acquitted. Bollywood saw Javed Akhtar a

Adani seals 80,000 crore in deals since 2023 Hindenburg crisis

Adani Group has completed 33 acquisitions totaling Rs 80,000 crore since early 2023. This significant buying spree across core sectors like ports

6 reasons to add nuts and seeds to your diet

Alzheimer's Disease Can Be Reversed, Show Animal Studies

In a significant breakthrough, US researchers have found in animal studies that Alzheimer's disease can be reverse, challenging previous studies

'Stranger Things' Star Noah Schnapp Says Child Actors Need Therapy

You need some type of support system outside of your parents : Noah Schnapp

Four women from Telangana killed in accident in Maharashtra

Hyderabad: As many as four women from Telanganas Asifabad district died in an accident in Maharashtra on Wednesday, December 24. At least two peo

'Vote For Me, Win SUV, Thailand Trip, Gold': Pune Poll Candidates To Voters

The Pune municipal election is three weeks away and aspiring councillors jostling and shoving for the power the seats bring have begun courting v

Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu Meri release: Kartik Aaryan, Ananya Panday's rom-com subtly tries to break societal norm, high on drama, low on...

Set between Europe and Agra, Kartik Aaryan, Ananya Panday's Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu Meri majorly works due to the drama, conflict, and con

2025 year-ender: From Kumbh, Op Sindoor to Air India crash, events that made headlines in India

India faced a challenging 2025. Major events included a terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir, leading to military action. Tragic stampedes occurred

Dhurandhar 2 to release in March 2026 in five languages

Mumbai: The much anticipated sequel to filmmaker Aditya Dhars Dhurandhar 2 is slated to release in theatres on March 19, coinciding with the fest

Celebrities we lost in 2025: Indian and global icons who left a lasting legacy

India's entertainment industry mourned the loss of numerous beloved artists in 2025. Legendary actors like Manoj Kumar, Dharmendra, and Govardhan

This Christmas is different: Australia marks a changed Christmas as Albanese unveils bravery honours following Bondi antisemitic attack

Australia is honouring brave civilians and first responders. They showed courage during a deadly antisemitic terror attack near Bondi Beach. Prim

Christmas Symbols and their hidden meaning explained: Christmas tree, star, Santa Claus, bells and candy cane

Christmas Symbols: Christmas symbols like stars, lights, and trees hold deep meanings rooted in Christian tradition, representing faith, hope, an

Two lawyers move SCchallenging Delhi HC order granting bail to Unnao rape convict Kuldeep Sengar

NEW DELHI: Two lawyers have knocked the doors of the Supreme Court by filing a Special Leave Petition (SLP) challenging the suspension of jail se

'Blaming India is preposterous: Shashi Tharoor on Bangladesh violence; flags concern over upcoming election

Welcome to the Jungle: Akshay Kumar announces shoot wrap of the multi-starrer comedy

The film also stars Suniel Shetty, Paresh Rawal, Raveena Tandon,Arshad Warsi, Lara Dutta and Tusshar Kapoor

Bangladesh Election: The Hindu Candidate Running For Sheikh Hasina's Seat And His Opponents

Amid ongoing atrocities against minorities, a Hindu man is seeking to win people's mandate from the ousted Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina's constit

Karnataka bus fire tragedy: Truck loses control, crashes into sleeper bus fuel tank; four charred bodies recovered

In a major tragedy on Christmas Day, at least nine persons were burned alive and 21 others injured after a sleeper coach bus caught fire followin

6-Year-Old Dies After Dog Bite Despite Vaccination: 7 Possible Causes

Rabies is a serious and often fatal disease if not treated promptly. Awareness of the initial symptoms and appropriate post-exposure vaccination

Christmas 2025: Who was Santa Claus? The real story of St. Nicholas that began with Sinterklaas in the Netherlands

Who was real Santa Claus? Santa Claus, the jolly figure of Christmas, has roots in Saint Nicholas, a 4th-century bishop from Turkey. He was known

Trump policies straining India-US ties: Top Democrat Congressman

Krishnamoorthi warned that poor coordination could allow armed groups to exploit instability. That we don't enable armed groups to come to the fo

Haryana Teacher Eligibility Test 2025 Registration Started, Apply Here

HTET 2025 Registration: The Haryana Teacher Eligibility Test (TET) registrations have started and will continue till January 4, 2026. Candidates

Base revision of macro-economic indicators at advanced stage, new GDP series on Feb 27

For the base year revision for GDP, an Advisory Committee on National Accounts Statistics (ACNAS) and five domain-specific sub-committees have be

Amit Shah inaugurates Abhyudaya MP Growth Summit; launches, lays foundation of Rs 2 lakh cr projects

Gwalior, Dec 25: Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Thursday inaugurated the Abhyudaya Madhya Pradesh Growth Summit here, and also launched as well

Delhis invisible chokehold: NO2 pollution hits 7-year high, traffic and industry prime culprits

Delhi's average nitrogen dioxide (NO) levels have reached their highest since 2018, exceeding national and WHO standards. Vehicular exhaust and i

Telangana: School Bus Overturns in Mahabubnagar, Students Injured

The students were on a picnic to Jalavihar when the accident occurred in the early morning hour

Bengal SIR: ECI orders two-level document checks during voter hearings

Kolkata: The Election Commission of India (ECI) has directed a two-level verification to confirm the authenticity of the supporting identity docu

Al Hind Air, FlyExpress gets government's nod following IndiGo crisis, airlines to operate from...; ShankhAir to begin operation from...,

The civil aviation ministry has granted clearance to two airlines, Al Hind and FlyExpress, an are set to begin operations in India. Minister Ram

Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man teaser: Cillian Murphy returns as the enigmatic Tommy Shelby

Directed by Tom Harper, the film also stars Rebecca Ferguson, Tim Roth, Sophie Rundle, Stephen Graham, Ned Dennehy, Packy Lee and Jay Lycurgo

Israel calls countries condemning new West Bank settlements 'morally wrong'

Foreign governments will not restrict the right of Jews to live in the Land of Israel, and any such call is morally wrong and discriminatory agai

Nidhhi Agerwal's Reaction To Sivaji's Comments On Outfit During Mobbing Incident

Actress Nidhhi Agerwal responded through her Instagram story with a caption about victim manipulation.

Death Of China's One Child Policy Ex-Chief Sees Less Tributes, More Criticism

The death of a former head of China's one-child policy has been met not by tributes but by castigation of the abandoned policy on social media th

Alternative Options For Students Who Scored Less In CAT 2025

CAT 2025 results announced by IIM Kozhikode highlight 12 perfect percentiles. IIMs and 93 other institutes will use scores for MBA admissions.

BMC polls: Congress gambit to go solo reshapes Opposition contest in Mumbai

MUMBAI: The Congress' decision to contest the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) elections independently has fragmented the Opposition spac

40 rescued as fire breaks out at residential building in Mumbai

Nearly 40 individuals were rescued unharmed after a fire erupted in Mumbai's Andheri West on Thursday morning. The blaze, which began around 10 a

Top Christmas decoration ideas for home on a budget that look festive and stylish

Budget-friendly Christmas decoration ideas for home: Transform your home into a festive wonderland this Christmas with budget-friendly and creati

The Great Indian Kapil Show: Sidhu Vs Archana, who earns more

Mumbai: The new season of The Great Indian Kapil Show has officially arrived on Netflix, and it has already started winning hearts. Season 4 of t

Helicopter Crash On Tanzanias Mount Kilimanjaro Kills Five, Aviation Authority Says

DAR ES SALAAM, Dec 25: A helicopter crashed on Tanzanias Mount Kilimanjaro, killing five people, the civil aviation authority said on Thursday, w

Top Maoist Leader Ganesh Uike Killed in Encounter in Odisha

One of the deceased Maoists has been identified as Ganesh Uike, a Central Committee member and the chief of the Naxalite organisation in Odisha.

School teacher shot dead on Aligarh Muslim University campus

AMU Proctor Mohammad Waseem Ali identified the deceased as Rao Danish Ali, a teacher at ABK Union High School, affiliated with the university

BNP Acting Chief Tarique Rahman Returns to Bangladesh After 17 Years in Exile

Dhaka [Bangladesh], Dec 25: Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) Acting Chairman Tarique Rahman returned to Dhaka on Thursday after spending 17 yea

Car With Hanukkah Sign Set On Fire In Melbourne Days After Bondi Attack

Australian police are investigating a suspicious fire after a car carrying a sign celebrating the Jewish festival of Hanukkah was set ablaze Thur

Reunion Of Thackeray Brothers To Protect Marathi Manoos' Welfare: Shiv Sena

Shiv Sena Uddhav Balasaheb Thackeray said while many alliances and coalitions have occurred in politics, tie-up between Shiv Sena led by Uddhav T

India to assume chair of Kimberly Process from Jan 1 for third time

India will lead the Kimberley Process, a global initiative against conflict diamonds, for the third time starting January 1. This marks a signifi