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SC stays UGC Regulation Pertaining to Definition of Caste Discrimination

The new regulations mandating all higher education institutions to form equity committees to look into discrimination complaints and promote equi

Why Every Investor Should Consider Both Term Insurance and ULIP Plans

Summary With offerings across term life insurance and ULIP categories, insurers today address both risk protection and investmentlinked planning

NK Unnikrishnan Appointed Special Public Prosecutor In Sabarimala Gold Loss Cases

NK Unnikrishnan will provide legal advice during the investigation and scrutinise the charge sheets before they are filed in court.

No maintenance, internet issues force shutdown of hi-tech labs in many T.N. schools

Students in these schools have been unable to use the labs for computer classes, educational videos, online examinations, or career guidance sess

Supreme Court refuses to issue directions to Centre, States for welfare measures of domestic helps

Court emphasises the need for legislative action to protect domestic workers while cautioning against potential negative impacts of judicial inte

Supreme Court stays new UGC caste equity regulations

New Delhi, Jan 29: The Supreme Court on Thursday stayed the implementation of the University Grants Commissions (UGC) new anti-discrimination rul

Google Launching AI Assistant on Chrome That Can Browse Web on Behalf of Users

The feature, called auto browse, will allow users to ask an assistant powered by Gemini to complete tasks such as shopping for them without leavi

India Well Positioned Amid Tariff Shocks: Economic Survey

The Survey noted that the global economic environment has become increasingly uncertain

Indias trade talks with US expected to conclude during the year: Survey

New Delhi: Ongoing negotiations for a trade agreement with the US are expected to conclude during the year, a development that could help reduce

Economic Survey 2026: A clever hack is rewriting Indias tax playbook

Economic Survey 2026: India's tax administration is shifting towards a data-driven, behavioral approach, utilizing udges to enhance compliance a

Realme P4 Power 5G launched: Indias first 10,001mAh battery smartphone under 25K. Check when the sale starts and best deals here

Realme P4 Power 5G has launched in India with a world-first 10,001mAh Titan Battery, 144Hz 1.5K AMOLED display, and Dimensity 7400 Ultra chipset.

UGC rules stayed by Supreme Court; setback for govt, relief for protesters

New UGC regulations: In a stern obversation, the SC said it hoped that India was not going to have segregated schools. Is India becoming a regres

Business aviation expanding rapidly in India, but pilots shortage and maintenance remain key hurdles

Burglars Decamp with 700 Gms Gold in Odisha Heist

The theft occurred at the residence of Gopal Chandra Malla, located near the Anantapur Ram Temple, while the homeowner was away in Bhubaneswar

Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar cremated with full state honours

Baramati: The last rites of Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar, killed in a plane crash, were held with full state honours on Thursday,

Capable Of Misue, Vague: Supreme Court Stays UGC Equity Regulations 2026

NEW DELHI, Jan 29: The Supreme Court on Thursday ordered that the University Grants Commission (Promotion of Equity in Higher Education Instituti

Action Taken Against 4,000 People For Irregularities In JJM: Govt In Lok Sabha

New Delhi, Jan 29: Action has been taken against more than 4,000 people across the country following complaints of irregularities in the implemen

Action taken against 4000 people over Jal Jeevan Mission irregularities

New Delhi: Action has been taken against more than 4,000 people across India following complaints of irregularities in implementing the Jal Jeeva

Chiranjeevi Fans Take On Prabhas Fans Over Fake Poster Controversy

Chiranjeevis fans responded strongly, mocking Prabhas in retaliation, which further escalated the fan war across social media platforms.

Ajit Pawar laid to rest with state honours in Baramati

Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar was laid to rest with full state honours in Baramati. His sons performed the final rituals. Prominen

Ahmedabad Crime Branch busts inter-State child trafficking racket; newborn rescued; three arrested

The operation was carried out following specific intelligence inputs received by the Gujarat ATS and shared with the DCB Crime Branch, officials

Sitharaman tables Economic Survey 2025-26 in both Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha

The survey is tabled ahead of the Union Budget and presents a backdrop for the policy actions to be taken in the next financial year

Nomination process begins for Jharkhand civic polls

Ranchi: The process of filing nominations for elections to 48 urban local bodies in Jharkhand, including Ranchi Municipal Corporation, began on T

China executes 11 members of Myanmar-based syndicate

Bangkok: China executed 11 members of a Myanmar-based family crime syndicate that killed 14 Chinese citizens and ran scam and gambling operations

Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla scolds MPs chatting among themselves

Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla expressed displeasure over members constantly talking during Question Hour. He stated that such behavior disrupts proc

IVCA Announces Second Edition of #VC101 as India's Micro VC Ecosystem Shifts Towards Institutional Maturity

IVCA ) today kicked off the second edition of #VC101, its industry-led capability-building programme for first-time fund managers. The programme,

Sammakka set to arrive at Medaram Shrine on Thursday; Union Minister urged to declare Jatara as national festival

Economic Survey 2026: Indias trade buffers blunt the blow of Trump tariffs

Economic Survey 2026: India's exports show resilience against increasing US tariffs. Structural reforms and policy measures have boosted growth.

Economic Survey 2026: Indias future cities must make life easier, not just bigger

India's future cities will be designed to save time and boost creativity. The Economic Survey 2025-26 outlines a plan for urban India. Cities wil

Ajit Pawar cremated with full state honours; Union Ministers attend funeral

Thousands of people gathered for the Maharashtra Deputy CM's last rites chanted Ajit Dada amar rahe, when his mortal remains, draped in the natio

ED attaches Rs 1,800-cr fresh assets of Reliance Group companies; total attachment Rs 12,000 cr

ED said it has detected fraudulent diversion of public money by various Reliance Anil Ambani group companies including Reliance Communications (R

J&K Govt To Observe Two-Minute Silence On Martyrs Day At Civil Secretariat On Jan 30

Jammu, Jan 29: The Jammu and Kashmir Government has issued instructions for the observance of a two-minute silence on January 30, 2026 (Martyrs D

BJP sweeps Chandigarh mayoral polls; Saurabh Joshi elected new mayor

CHANDIGARH, Jan 29: BJP councillor Saurabh Joshi was elected as the new mayor of the Chandigarh Municipal Corporation on Thursday as the party sw

Economic Survey 2026: Rupee punching below its weight. Why does it not 'hurt'?

The Economic Survey 2026 said the rupee underperformed in 2025 and is trading below levels suggested by Indias economic fundamentals. It noted th

TGSPDCL crackdown: 60 engineers get notice over illegal power connection

Hyderabad: Telangana Southern Power Distribution Company Limited (TGSPDCL), in a massive crackdown on illegal constructions, issued show-cause no

Possible Pilot Misjudgement: Sources On Ajit Pawar Plane Crash Probe

A possible pilot misjudgement while landing amid poor visibility may have led to the plane crash that killed Maharashtra's Deputy Chief Minister

Trump Facing Growing Cultural Revolt Against Immigration Crackdown

No longer confined to the partisans and activists, the fierce backlash against Donald Trump's immigration crackdown has begun to break out across

Economic Survey 2025-26: Ongoing trade talks with U.S. expected to conclude during the year

The global conditions translate into external uncertainties rather than immediate macroeconomic stress, the survey said

Video: Car rams four parked vehicles in Hyderabads Abids

Hyderabad: An accident that has been reported in Abids, Hyderabad, on the night of Wednesday, January 29, has triggered panic among the locals. A

If US leaves NATO, can Europe protect itself? Here's what an ex-commander says

A former NATO commander considers a world without American leadership in the alliance. Europe's collective defence budget is substantial. Europea

Economy projected to grow at 6.8 to 7.2% in FY2027: Economic Survey

The outlook, therefore, is one of steady growth amid global uncertainty, requiring caution, but not pessimism, said the pre-Budget document

Vaa Vaathiyaar OTT release date: When and Where to watch Karthis cop comedy online

Vaa Vaathiyaar OTT release date: : Karthis action-comedy film is now streaming on Amazon Prime Video, making a swift digital debut just 14 days a

Janhvi Kapoor Parts Ways With Karan Johar?

She has worked with A-list stars like Jr NTR and Ram Charan.

Unable To Reach Baramati, Ajit Pawar's Aide Grieves In Hospital Bed

Subodh Mohite, a close associate of Ajit Pawar and a former Union Minister, is admitted to a private hospital in Nagpur for a major surgery.

He's Our Child: Indian Couple Spends Rs 15 lakh To Relocate Pet Dog To Australia

Dogs cannot be taken directly from India to Australia and must spend six months in a rabies-free country.

Trade deal talks with US may end this year, says Economic Survey

India's trade negotiations with the United States are anticipated to conclude this year, potentially easing external uncertainties. Despite globa

SC Refuses To Issue Directions To Centre, States For Welfare Measures Of Domestic Helps

New Delhi, Jan 29: The Supreme Court on Thursday refused to entertain a PIL seeking a comprehensive legal framework and enforcement of minimum wa

Is Bridgerton Season 4 Part 1 OTT out yet? When and where to watch Benedict and Cinderella's romance online

Bridgerton Season 4 Part 1 is now streaming on Netflix, focusing on Benedict Bridgertons Cinderella-esque romance with the mysterious Sophie Baek

Encounter breaks out between Maoists and security personnel in Chhattisgarhs Bijapur

The face-off started in the morning at a forest in the southern part of Bijapur when a team of District Reserve Guard (DRG) was out on an anti-Ma

Constitutional Coup: India Slams Pakistan Over Lifetime Immunity To Asim Munir

India targeted Pakistan on the global stage for giving supreme powers to its Defence Chief, Asim Munir, advising Islamabad to introspect on the r

Is Arijit Singh opening school after quitting playback singing?

Mumbai: Ever since singer Arijit Singh announced his retirement from playback singing, fans and music lovers have been eager to know the reason b

India-EU Trade Deal Opens Up Both Regions As Major Affordable Medicine Suppliers: Indian Pharmaceutical Alliance

Speaking on the significance of the agreement, Sudarshan Jain, General Secretary, Indian Pharmaceutical Alliance, said that the India-EU FTA is a

Haj Committee Launches Self-Booking Facility for Haj-2026 Flights

New Delhi, Jan 29: The Haj Committee of India (HCoI) on Thursday introduced an online self-booking facility for flight tickets for Haj-2026 pilgr

Puma's Long Slide: The Rise And Fall Of A German Sports Icon

Puma lost ground in recent years to new brand like On, Hoka ; Weak distribution one of main problems, analysts say

Economic Survey 2026: India to see higher inflation as weaker rupee poses risk, soft commodities offer relief

India's inflation is set to increase slightly in the coming fiscal year. It is expected to remain within the Reserve Bank of India's target range

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Economic Survey 2026 sees steady job gains, Labour Codes in focus as workforce tops 56 crore

India's Economic Survey 2025-26 reveals a robust labour market. Participation is up, unemployment is down, and jobs are growing in all sectors. T

Finance Minister Sitharaman tables Economic Survey 2025-26

New Delhi: Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presented the Economic Survey 2025-26 in the Lok Sabha on Thursday. The Economic Survey is a

Sunny Deols Casual Looks That Define Rugged Style

Sunny Deols casual looks reflect confidence, comfort, and timeless masculinity, perfect inspiration for men who prefer practical style with a str

Shashi Tharoor Meets Rahul Gandhi, Mallikarjun Kharge Amid Speculation Over Rift

Shashi Tharoor whose relationship with the Congress is on thin ice after a series of comments seen as praising PM Modi, and who has had to swat r

OTT Series Characters We Can Never Forget

Some characters don't just entertain, they stay with us long after the credits roll. From small-town heroes to complex anti-heroes, these OTT ico

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Latest OTT releases this week: New movies and shows streaming on Netflix, Prime Video, JioHotstar and ZEE5

Latest OTT releases this week (Jan 26-Feb 1) are headlined by Ranveer Singhs 1000-crore blockbuster Dhurandhar on Netflix and the global return o

BJP councillor Saurabh Joshi elected Chandigarhs new mayor

In the three-cornered contest, Mr. Joshi secured 18 votes, AAP candidate Yogesh Dhingra got 11 votes, while the Congress Gurpreet Singh Gabi secu

Action taken against 4,000 people for irregularities in Jal Jeevan Mission: Government in Lok Sabha

Union Jal Shakti Minister C.R. Patil, while responding to a supplementary question, said that based on complaints, teams were formed to investiga

NCC Directorate Karnataka and Goa wins Prime Ministers banner and trophy for second consecutive year at Republic Day Camp 2026

According to the Ministry of Defence, cadets from the Karnataka and Goa Directorate delivered exceptional performances in drill, firing, and cult

Serena Williams Refuses To Rule Out Return To Tennis

The 23-time Grand Slam singles champion, a 44-year-old mother-of-two, has not competed since a third-round loss at the 2022 US Open

How Can Couples Prepare Themselves Before Planning For A Baby? Expert Shares Tips

New parents experience most of their postnatal conflicts and stress because of expectations that they did not express or did not fulfil, says Dr.

Madhu Gottumukkala, US Cybersecurity official, accused of uploading sensitive documents to ChatGPT

Madhu Gottumukkala allegedly uploaded sensitive documents to a public version of ChatGPT in May 2025, according to sources cited by the Politico

BJP's Saurabh Joshi To Be Chandigarh Mayor

Chandigarh Mayor Saurabh Joshi: BJP's Saurabh Joshi To Be Chandigarh Mayor

Bumble, Panera Bread, CrunchBase, Match Hit by Cyberattacks

The hacker made a brief unauthorized access to a small portion of our network, the spokesperson said, adding that the company believes the access

Cold Conditions Prevail In Kashmir; Sonamarg Coldest Place With Low Of Minus 11.2 Degrees Celsius

Srinagar, Jan 29: Kashmir reeled under cold conditions as the night temperature settled several degrees below the freezing point at most places,

Over 42 Kg Heroin, Grenades Seized in Amritsar; Two Arrested

Chandigarh, Jan 29: Punjab Police on Thursday recovered over 42 kg of heroin along with four hand grenades and ammunition during an operation in

Foreign Medical Graduate Examination 2025 Result Likely To Be Out By February 17, Details Here

NBEMS FMGE 2025 Result: Candidates can expect the FMGE December 2025 result to be released by February 17, 2026

Ajit Pawar Cremated With Full State Honours; Amit Shah, Nabin Attend Funeral

Baramati, Jan 29: The last rites of Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar, killed in a plane crash, were held with full state honours on T

EU Set To Add Iran's Guards To Terror List After France U-turn

Decision means EU will join US in terror listing of IRGC, EU ministers likely to give political green light on Thursday.

BREAKING: SIT Issues Notice to KCR in Phone Tapping Case

KCRs son and BRS working president KT Rama Rao and his son-in-law T Harish Rao already appeared before SIT, which grilled them for over seven hou

SIT Likely to Issue Notice to KCR in Phone Tapping Case

KCRs son and BRS working president KT Rama Rao and his son-in-law T Harish Rao already appeared before SIT, which grilled them for over seven hou

Economic Survey 2026: India's real GDP for FY27 projected at 6.8% to 7.2%

Indias Economic Survey projects growth of 6.87.2% in FY27, highlighting resilience despite global uncertainty. The economy is expected to expand

RS Chairman Calls for Decorum, Productive Debate as Budget Session Begins

In his opening remarks, Radhakrishnan highlighted India's position as the world's fastest-growing major economy, poised to become the third-large

Makers Clueless Over Censor Board Objection to Title Chai Wala?

The makers have reportedly spent over Rs 6 crores on the film and are clueless about resolving the deadlock, for no fault of theirs.

Ahead Of Union Budget 2026, A Recap Of 2025: 10 Points

As Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman prepares to present the Union Budget 2026 on February 1, it is worth taking stock of key announcements and

Mamata Banerjee-led TMC delegation to meet Chief Election Commissioner on February 2

Mamata Banerjee will lead a Trinamool Congress delegation to Delhi on Monday. They will meet Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. The meeti

Xiaomi launches Redmi Note 15 Pro+ 5G and Redmi Note 15 Pro 5G in India

Both Pro models support Google Gemini and Circle to Search with Google, and Xiaomi HyperAI

Sarvam Maya OTT release date and platform: When and where to watch the Nivin Pauly hit online

Sarvam Maya serves as a career-defining comeback for Nivin Pauly, who last tasted major success with Love Action Drama in 2019. Director Akhil Sa

Family businesses as a pillar of Viksit Bharat

The vision of Viksit Bharat needs a strong foundation. For this, family businesses are key: They provide patient capital and anchor local economi

'Dada, Come Back': Ajit Pawar Cremated With State Honours as Supporters Mourn

Ajit Pawar died after his private charter plane crashed while landing at the Baramati airport on 28 January.

Delhi HC Rejects Sameer Wankhedes Defamation Suit on The Ba*ds of Bollywood Over Lack of Jurisdiction

Netflix also submitted that the mere fact that the series was created and directed by Aryan Khan does not establish malice or warrant judicial in