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Telangana to Hand Over 448 RTC Buses to Womens SHGs

The decision was announced jointly by ministers Ponnam Prabhakar and Danasari Seethakka Anasuya.

Farooq Shah chairs Petitions Committee meeting

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Dec 1: A meeting of the Committee on Petitions of Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly was held today under the

Shopkeeper stoned to death

Excelsior Correspondent RAJOURI, Dec 1: A shopkeeper was stoned to death in remote Khodbanji area under the jurisdiction of the Police Post Terya

LG Kavinder visits Kargil & Ladakhi girls hostels in Jammu

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Dec 1: The Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Kavinder Gupta, today visited the Ladakhi Girls Hostel at Muthi, where h

BAPIO honours Dr Mukesh Chugh of Jammu for Outstanding Contribution

Excelsior Correspondent LONDON, Dec 1: Son of the soil Dr Mukesh Chugh, Consultant Anaesthetist, was conferred the UK National Award for Outstand

Ex-CPMF Welfare Assn urges GoI to address retired CAPF personnels pending issues

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Dec 1: The Ex-Central Paramilitary Forces (CPMF) Welfare Association today urged the Government of India (GoI) to

Sri Lanka to set up special fund to recover from devastation caused by Cyclone Ditwah

COLOMBO, Dec 1: Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayakes office on Monday announced setting up a special fund with public and private secto

I&B Secy urges media & entertainment industry to embrace AI, citing its huge impact

MUMBAI, Dec 1: The impact of AI is going to be huge on the media and entertainment sector, Information and Broadcasting Secretary Sanjay Jaju sai

BSP opposes JUs move allowing non-domicile candidates in teaching posts

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Dec 1: Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) president for Jammu & Kashmir UT, Darshan Rana, has strongly opposed the recent s

Arms smuggling module unearthed

CHANDIGARH, Dec 1: Punjab Police on Monday said it has unearthed a Pakistan-linked cross-border arms smuggling module with the arrest of two pers

Hyderabad Footballers Hail CMs Skills Ahead of Messi Clash

The players who trained alongside him shared their excitement with Deccan Chronicle.

POORSTACYs cause of death remains unclear as 26-year-old rapper found dead after 10 days in Florida hotel

Rapper POORSTACY, known as Carlito Milfort, has died at the age of 26. He passed away following a medical emergency at a hotel in Boca Raton, Flo

IMD Warns of Colder Winter in Central India, Northwest, and Peninsular Regions

Mohapatra said these areas normally experience four to six days of cold wave conditions during the December to February period.

The Mighty Nein Episode 5 release date, time, schedule and how to watch: When will new episode air? Here's global streaming timings, plot, episode titles, count and runtime

The Mighty Nein Episode 5 release date, time, schedule and how to watch are confirmed by the platform. The episode will stream worldwide on Decem

ED notice to Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan, chief principal secretary KM Abraham

The ED has issued show-cause notices to Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan, his chief principal secretary, and former finance minister in a Rs 467 crore

Joshna makes a strong startin HCL Squash Indian Tour 4

Joshna Chinappa will meet the seventh-seeded Kiwi Ella Jane Lash next

Rana visits Nishat Water Treatment Plant

SRINAGAR, DECEMBER 01: Minister for Jal Shakti, Forest, Ecology & Environment and Tribal Affairs, Javed Ahmed Rana, today visited the Nishat Wate

MLA starts work on Kanjak Devsthan link road

BISHNAH, Dec 1: MLA Bishnah, Dr. Rajeev Kumar Bhagat, here today started construction work of a critical link road leading to Kanjak Devsthan at

MLA starts road blacktopping work

RAMGARH, Dec 1: MLA Ramgarh, Dr. Devinder Kumar Manyal here today started blacktopping work worth Rs. 2.70 crore. The project will upgrade the cr

Marty Supreme impresses with a 96% Rotten Tomatoes score; even so, Timothe Chalamets best-rated film is from 8 years ago

Marty Supreme, featuring Timothe Chalamet, is generating significant early praise. On Rotten Tomatoes, Marty Supreme opened with a staggering 96%

Govt orders handset makers to preload its Sanchar Saathi app

Smartphone manufacturers must now pre-install the government's Sanchar Saathi app on all devices sold in India. This mandate, effective within 90

McLaughlin-Levrone, Duplantis win World Athlete of the Year titles

The international governing body for track and field announced the winners on November 30 at a ceremony in Monaco

25 tremors in Oct alone raise alarm for Northeast

From CK Nayak NEW DELHI, Dec 1: The entire Northeastern regionrecently placed in the highest earthquake-risk category by the Bureau of Indian Sta

Govt re-constitutes UTLSC, DLCs under VVP-II

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Dec 1: The Jammu and Kashmir Government has reconstituted the Union Territory level Screening Committee (UTLSC) an

Environmental Change and Natural Disasters

Ram Rattan Sharma Environmental change, especially climate change, is significantly intensifying and increasing the frequency of natural disaster

The G20s evolving agenda for Peace, Prosperity, and Progress

Mohammad Hanief The G20 has emerged as one of the most influential forums shaping the worlds economic and developmental direction. In an era mark

Conrad calls for synergy to advance organic farming mission

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Dec 1: Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma on Monday called for coordinated and sustained efforts from all stakeholders to a

No plan to join NPP or BJP, says Adelbert

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Dec 1: North Shillong MLA Adelbert Nongrum on Monday dismissed speculations that he is planning to join either the ruli

BJP demands audit of 1.25 crore entries made in SIR across three days in West Bengal

Leader of Opposition Suvendu Adhikari claimed that between 26-28 November, digitisation figures of enumeration forms jumped from 5.5 crore to 6.7

'Hates Christianity & country music': Trump torches 'AOC of Tennessee' ahead of crucial voting

HITO opposes Integrated Cement Plant, petitions Centre

By Our Reporter Shillong, Dec 1: The Hynniewtrep Integrated Territorial Organisation (HITO) has opposed the Shree Cement Limiteds move to set up

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CS reviews progress on BISAG-N backed IT platforms for the departments of J&K

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Dec 1: Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo, today chaired a meeting to review the progress of key e-governance and digita

Govt announces Rs 25-cr mission to tackle HIV/AIDS

State aims to make HIV-free Meghalaya by 2030 By Our Reporter Shillong, Dec 1: Meghalaya observed World Aids Day with the announcement of a compr

Son Of 'El Chapo' Pleads Guilty In US Drug Trafficking Prosecution

A son of notorious Mexican drug kingpin El Chapo pleaded guilty Monday to US drug trafficking charges, months after his brother entered a plea de

SC orders CBI probe into digital arrest scam cases

The Supreme Court has ordered a pan-India CBI probe into digital arrest scams, granting the agency a free hand to investigate bankers involved in

Fair showcases women-led SHGs

CM inaugurates Mlaya Saras Aajeevika Fair 2025 By Our Reporter Shillong, Dec 1: The 6th Meghalaya Saras Aajeevika Fair 2025 has showcased the gro

Who was Brianna Aguilera? Texas A&M student and former cheerleader found dead in Austin after UT tailgate

Brianna Aguilera Austin: A Texas A&M student, Brianna Aguilera, tragically passed away in Austin hours after attending a football tailgate. While

CM inaugurates C&RD office in city

By Our Reporter Shillong, Dec 1: Chief Minister Conrad Sangma on Monday underscored the pivotal role of the Community & Rural Development (C&RD)

Recession-proof careers: Top 5 jobs that stay in demand and pay well even during economic downturns

Jobs in demand during recession: Even when the economy slows, essential services continue. Careers like Registered Nurse, Nurse Practitioner, Phy

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Raphael Warjri stands out at art camp

Akshaya Kalayatra2: Poorab celebrates artistic spirit of eastern India in Guwahati By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Dec 1: Artist and filmmaker Raphael

ANTF arrests drugs peddlers

By Our Reporter Shillong, Dec 1: The Anti-Narcotic Task Force (ANTF) Meghalaya on Monday arrested four individuals and seized a total of 72.93 gr

Capturing urban dynamism in the 2027 Census

Capturing a comprehensive snapshot of the Indian populace requires recognition of transitional urban areas

It: Welcome to Derry Episode 7 release date, time and Episode 6 ending explained: When will new episode air? Here's global streaming timings, schedule and how to watch

It: Welcome to Derry Episode 7 release date, time and Episode 6 ending explained brings a clear look at the streaming schedule, global timings, E

More Cases Registered For Defaming Complainant In MLA Rahul Mamkoottathil Rape Case

Police said the accused, on November 29, reposted a photograph of the complainant originally uploaded last year on Congress leader Sandeep G Warr

Fresh Talks Between Pak, Afghan Fail Without Breakthrough: Media Report

Saudi Arabia quietly facilitated the round of direct talks, aimed at easing tensions over cross-border terrorism.

Free Medical Camp Held for Home Guards in Vijayawada

The camp brought together leading doctors from various hospitals to provide free health check-ups and consultations to home guards and their fami

K&W Cafeteria closed after 88 years as chain announces immediate shutdown

K&W Cafeterias, a beloved Southern cafeteria-style chain with an 88-year history, has abruptly closed all its locations. The company, which faced

Why Tom Lee's BitMine buys over $265 million in Ethereum amid crypto market crash can ETH recover after price slump?

Ethereum price today: BitMine Immersion added over 96,000 Ethereum to its treasury last week, boosting its total holdings to over 3.7 million ETH

Demand to Amend Municipalities Act

Chairman says Act 2019 made local bodies powerless.

Why women need more protein: Expert advice on daily intake and healthy ageing

Protein is important for women because it supports strong muscles, bones, and overall health as they age. Experts say many women need more protei

AP To Be Global Hub For AI, VFX & Gaming, Says Durgesh

The minister unveiled the states vision at the CII Big Picture Summit-2025 in Mumbai on Monday. We aim to build Andhra Valleya world-class innova

Manesar violence: terminated Maruti workers petition for reinstatement junked

AP Aims At AIDS-Free Status By 2030: Satyakumar

New HIV cases hve decreased from 25,000 to 13,000 a year, in a span of the past 10 years. Public awareness campaigns, especially among youth, fur

Who is Elon Musk partner Shivon Zilis and how many children do they have together? Here's her early life, parents, adoption, family and children details

Who is Elon Musk partner Shivon Zilis and how many children do they have together is a question many people ask after Musk revealed new details a

Woman, Her Kid Hid in US Mall During Firing

Authorities also said that reports of bullet casings and a trail of blood were seen extending from Macys store, where Chandana and her child were

Is McDonald's $8 nugget meal worth it? Here's what customers say

McDonald's new eight dollar McNugget meal is facing criticism online. Customers are complaining about the price, quality, and service. This comes

Man who beheaded Indian motel owner Chandra Mouli in US won't get death penalty, here's why

The attack had occurred on September 10 this year at Downtown Suites Dallas following an argument between Cobos-Martinez, a 37-year-old Cuban nat

Raut Claims Shindes 35 MLAs Will Join BJP

Amit Shah is going to take away the Shinde Sena's coterie. Make a note of it. He had tried to remove us, but we managed to escape it. The Shinde

Excellent Health: White House Releases Trump's MRI Report

US President Donald Trump was shown to have excellent cardiovascular health by an MRI scan performed during a surprise October hospital visit tha

Experts Call for Special Grants to Poorest States

Dr Ahluwalia is also a former finance secretary and a former deputy chairman of the Planning Commission.

SRM-AP to Host IIC Regional Meet Today

The meet is a flagship initiative of the Ministry of Educations innovation cell and AICTE to strengthen Indias innovation culture.

Doctors In Telangana Government Medical Colleges Seek PMCA, Cite 20% Pay Gap Between Hyderabad And Districts

There is no justification for a 20-per cent difference in salaries when the qualifications, workload and service obligations are the same, the as

What is a REAL ID? Who needs it, how to apply, and why travelers without one must pay $45

A new fee of $45 will be imposed by the Transportation Security Administration for domestic flights. This applies to passengers without a REAL ID

Contribution of farm fires in Punjab, Haryana to pollution in Delhi-NCR episodic, says Centre

Air pollution in Delhi-NCR caused by local, regional factors, with stubble burning being an additional event, Union Environment Minister Bhupende

Indian Pickleball League: Lucknow, Hyderabad and Chennai Score Opening-Day Wins

The momentum carried into the second tie, where Hyderabad Royals secured a composed 4 2 win over Capital Warriors Gurgaon, taking all four early

Man Marries SC Woman, Gets Her to Contest Sarpanch Post in Sangareddy

Chandrasekhar Goud of Tallapalli of Sangareddy district, intending to contest for the sarpanch post, faced a piquant situation when the village w

Tough issues still unresolved after Florida talks: Zelenskyy

Diplomatic efforts to end the war in Ukraine intensify. Talks in Florida between US and Ukrainian officials concluded with unresolved issues. Ukr

Rescue continues as South Asia flood toll tops 1,100

Devastating floods and landslides across Asia have claimed over 1,100 lives. Sri Lanka and Indonesia, the most affected nations, are deploying mi

Open Challenge: Trinamool MP To Administration Over Babri Masjid Plan

Trinamool Congress MLA Humayun Kabir, who sparked a major controversy with his plans to build a Babri Masjid replica in Bengal's Murshidabad dist

New Mothers Stranded As Amma Vodi Vehicles Fail To Arrive at MCH in Jagtial

Families wait hours in the cold; hospital says delay due to a long-distance drop

Parliament Winter Session: Finance Minister Sitharaman moves two bills for new cess on tobacco and other 'sin goods'

New bills have been introduced to change taxes on tobacco and pan masala. The Central Excise Amendment Bill will levy excise duty on tobacco prod

Nine Runners Complete 24-Hour Challenge At Gaudium Stadium Run

The stadium run concluded after 24 hours after it began on Sunday night. A total of 65 relay teams, each consisting of six runners, participated

MSTR stock today tumbles as Bitcoin price crashes will MicroStrategy sell BTC USD holdings next?

MSTR stock today: MicroStrategy shares saw a significant drop as Bitcoin prices declined. The company, a major Bitcoin holder, indicated a possib

TSA launches $45 confirm.ID rule for travelers without REAL ID starting February 2025

TSA is bringing new travel rules for people without a REAL ID. A new system called Confirm.ID will help travelers prove who they are before flyin

BJP Alleges Rs 5 Lakh Crore Land Scam in Hyderabad Industrial Policy

Delegation urges the Governor to suspend HILTP, alleging undervaluation and misuse

Six summoned in Rs 1,300 crore Lilavati Trust 'scam' probe

Mumbai Police have launched an investigation into the Lilavati Kirtilal Mehta Medical Trust over claims of financial misconduct. Six individuals,

PM Modi speaks with Sri Lankan President AKD; assures continued Indian support

Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke with Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake. India is providing ongoing support through Operation Sagar

Start your day right: 10 Benefits of drinking lemon water with black salt

A morning glass of water with lemon juice and black salt provides several health benefits. The lemon offers vitamin C and antioxidants aiding imm

'Absconder' in 1989 Rubaiyya kidnapping case arrested by CBI

The Central Bureau of Investigation has arrested Shafat Ahmad Shungloo in Srinagar. He is wanted in connection with the 1989 kidnapping of Rubaiy

Brain-boosting breakfast: 6 Cereals nutritionists recommend for focus and energy

Eating the right cereal can enhance focus, memory retention, and energy levels throughout the day. Dietitians suggest choices high in fiber, prot

Record 24,000 Runners Participate In 9th Adani Ahmedabad Marathon

The city of Ahmedabad transformed into a vibrant celebration of endurance and unity as more than 24,000 runners took part in the 9th Adani Ahmeda

Trinamool has no issue with SIR, only its execution: Abhishek Banerjee

Trinamool Congress leader Abhishek Banerjee stated his party supports the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in West Bengal but

Capt. Chowta flags harmful impact of zero duty arecanut imports from LDCs on Indian farmers

Large-scale arecanut imports from Least Developed Countries (LDCs) such as Bhutan, Myanmar, and Sri Lanka have been adversely affecting Indias do

Over 50% reduction in Punjab, Haryana farm fires: CAQM

Farm fires saw a major drop in 2025. The Commission for Air Quality Management noted a sharp decrease from previous years. Punjab and Haryana rep

China ties in 'cautious normalisation' phase, say MEA officials

India has voiced concerns to China regarding the Brahmaputra River hydropower project, emphasizing the need to protect downstream interests. Offi

Government monitors 26 global indices under GIRG framework

India is actively reviewing its performance across 26 global indices. This initiative, called GIRG, aims to pinpoint weaknesses and implement ref

SC declines to extend time for Waqf registration

The Supreme Court has denied an extension for registering waqf properties under the Waqf (Amendment) Act, 2025. Individuals seeking more time can

Gulshan Devaiah says he is 'sick and tired' of actors 'cribbing' about nepotism: 'Who the hell are you to think that...'

Gulshan Devaiah said that the nature of showbiz is inherently competitive, unpredictable and often unfair, but that is the very foundation of the