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Stand United with Denmark and People of Greenland: German Chancellor Merz

Several European countries expressed support and solidarity with Denmark and Greenland amid rising tensions with US President Donald Trump

Scientists Identify Key Cells for Tissue Regeneration After Severe Damage in Groundbreaking Study

Moreover, by activating or mimicking the tissue esurrection pathways, it may be possible to slow or reverse damage in cases of degenerative dise

Trump invites PM Modi to join Board of Peace for Gaza transition

US President Donald Trump on Sunday invited Prime Minister Narendra Modi to be part of the Board of Peace that will work towards bringing lasting

Virat Kohlis batting a plus but lots of areas need improvement, says Shubman Gill

Kohli struck his record-extending 54th ODI ton but India lost by 41 runs in a steep run chase of 338

Spain: At least 21 killed, several injured in high-speed train collision in Cordoba, investigation underway

At least 21 people were killed when a high-speed Iryo train derailed and collided with a Renfe AVE train in Spain's Crdoba province. Several pass

Bangladesh elections cannot be free and fair in absence of Awami League: Former Foreign minister

Bangladesh's oldest party, Awami League, says that upcoming elections on February 12 will lack fairness. Leaders allege the Yunus regime banned t

Disguises, Boats, Flights: Video Shows Machado's Daring Escape From Venezuela

The mission, dubbed Operation Golden Dynamite, was marked by difficult weather conditions and extended periods of uncertainty.

Africa Cup of Nations: Senegal win Afcon title after farcical scenes over penalty award

Senegal clinched the Africa Cup of Nations title by defeating hosts Morocco 1-0 in extra time. The final saw dramatic scenes as Senegal protested

Uttar Pradesh: New Rs 40 crore project to connect Haryana with Jewar Airport, here's all you need to know

On one hand, the distance between the airport and Haryana and Uttar Pradesh via Khurja will be reduced. On the other hand, several districts of H

Spain: High-speed trains collide after one derails, at least 20 dead

A high-speed train derailed, jumped onto the track in the opposite direction and slammed into an oncoming train Sunday in southern Spain, killing

Setting up SIP on an active fund

Each year, statistically test the risk-adjusted return of investments in active funds. This will help you be mindful of the fact if each fund is

Live news updates: Mumbai Mayor race lengthens as Shinde holds his cards close and Fadnavis goes to Davos

Europe Hits Back at Trump Tariff Threat over Greenland

European countries including Denmark, of which Greenland is an autonomous territory, said they stand united against Trump's vow to hit them with

Kuki groups demand justice for woman who died 2 years after being gang-raped in Manipur violence

The Kuki Students' Organisation alleged that no meaningful action was taken against the perpetrators

21 Killed As High-Speed Train Derails, Collides With Another In Spain

Spain on Monday reeled from a collision between two high-speed trains in the southern region of Andalusia that killed 21 people and injured more

Quote of the day by Epictetus: 'Events do not just happen, but arrive by appointment.' Timeless quotes by Greek philosopher

Quote of the day by Epictetus shares a Stoic view on how events come with purpose. The quote explains acceptance, control, and responsibility. It

Oxfam cites reservation in India as example of how power can be democratised

As it flagged billionaires usurping the political landscape globally, rights group Oxfam on Monday cited Indias reservation system as a compellin

Gang violence in Guatemala kills seven police officers after inmates take over prisons

The attacks on police in and around Guatemala City came after hundreds of anti-riot police stormed Renovacion prison in Escuintla, about 76 km so

Morning Digest: India invited to sit on Trumps Board of Peace for Gaza; Navarro renews attack on India over AI, and more

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Chile Declares Emergency as Wildfires Kill At Least 18

More than 50,000 people have been displaced by blazes burning for two days now in the Nuble and Biobio regions, fanned by strong winds and hot we

Gold, silver prices today, January 19, 2026: Check city-wise rates in Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Kolkata and more

On January 19, 2026, gold prices in India range from Rs 13,621 per 1 gram for 24K gold and Rs 12,486 per 1 gram for 22K gold. Silver is priced at

Insurance cover in 2025

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21 Killed as High-Speed Trains Collide in Southern Spain

The tail end of an evening train between Malaga and Madrid with some 300 passengers went off the rails near Crdoba

Spain: Two high-speed trains derail, smash into each other, killing at least 21

A devastating train crash in southern Spain has claimed at least 21 lives. A high-speed train derailed, striking another train. The cause of the

Indias strategic metamorphosis from back office to global brain trust

Namdev Finvest bags $37M from FMO, IIX and Franklin Templeton to expand MSME lending

With the latest debt infusion, Namdev said it is positioning its balance sheet for the next phase of growth, even as it explores a larger equity

Nominee vs. legal heir: who is legally entitled to funds?

If a nominee has been appointed for a bank account, the bank may release funds to the nominee; however, ownership of those funds follows inherita

Publishing in the Age of Infinite Voices: Curation or Chaos?

A conversation on navigating abundance and how editors and publishers shape meaning, amplify voices, and find coherence in an era of endless stor

The Hindu relaunches its Games section

AAI submits report to WRD on building elevated corridor

AAI officials said the State government had called for a studyto assess whether the pillars of the proposed elevated corridor from Thandalam will

Poetry competition winners awarded

Prakriti Foundations Poetry with Prakriti competition invited new and young poets to submit original poems

IIM Chairman Dr Milind P Kamble to lead DICCI delegation at WEF 2026

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Jan 18: Padma Shri Dr Milind P Kamble, Chairman, Board of Governors, Indian Institute of Management Jammu, will be

Winter Carnival: Day two enthralls thousands at Bhaderwah

Excelsior Correspondent DODA, Jan 18: The second day of the Winter Carnival 2026 was celebrated with great enthusiasm and splendor at New Bus Sta

Tell Me Lies Season 3 Episode 4 release time, schedule and how to watch on Hulu: Global streaming timings for all regions, title and story outline

Tell Me Lies Season 3 Episode 4 release time, schedule and how to watch details are now confirmed. The episode streams on Hulu on January 20. The

Millions of Americans can now claim $1,000 stimulus check. Are you eligible for it? Here's who can apply, how benefit payments are calculated and what is application process

Millions of Americans can now claim a $1,000 stimulus check through Pennsylvanias Property Tax/Rent Rebate program. The program, expanded in 2023

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PM accuses TMC of aiding infiltrators, calls for ending maha jungle raj in Bengal

SINGUR (WB), Jan 18: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday accused the TMC government of playing with national security by aiding infiltrators f

Cold, Fog, and Hope: Two Faces of Januarys Winter

Bharti Sharma bhartisharma705139@gmail.com January arrives with a silence that is felt more than heard. The mornings are wrapped in dense fog, th

Kohli hundred not enough as New Zealand clinch series with Indore win

INDORE, Jan 18: Virat Kohlis magnificent, combative century, forged with trademark resolve under mounting pressure, proved heartbreakingly insuff

8 Army jawans injured as another gunfight breaks out with terrorists in Kishtwars upper reaches

Grenade attacks lead to heavy exchange of firing, cordon on *Troops launch Operation Trashi-I, reinforcement rushed Sanjeev Pargal JAMMU, Jan 18:

Dr Jitendra launches Indias first Marine Fish Farming Project from Andaman Sea

Excelsior Correspondent SRI VIJAYA PURAM (PORT BLAIR), Jan 18 : Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science & Technology, Earth Scie

Govt formulates guidelines for missions abroad to boost exports

New Delhi, Jan 18: The government has formulated specific guidelines for Indian missions abroad as it steps up efforts to boost exports through m

BJP SC Morcha holds preparatory meeting for Sri Guru Ravidass Jayanti celebrations

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU Jan 18: The BJP State SC Morcha under the leadership of its president, Dharminder Kumar, convened a crucial prepara

Prudence is different from knowledge: CJI

KOLKATA, Jan 18 : Chief Justice of India Justice Surya Kant on Sunday said that prudence is different from knowledge, maintaining that it is know

Reopen more areas for tourism: Dr Farooq

Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, Jan 18: The Jammu and Kashmir National Conference President Dr Farooq Abdullah lauded the efforts of Omar Abdul

Private sector surpasses public sector in defence reasearch and development: Rajnath Singh

NAGPUR, Jan 18 : Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Sunday said the private sector has moved ahead of the public sector in research and deve

Discoms record Rs 2,701 cr profit in FY25 after years of losses

New Delhi, Jan 18: Power distribution utilities in the country collectively recorded a profit of Rs 2,701 crore in FY25 after having incurred los

LG reviews development works of Pachokhar Digital Library dedicated to Nari Shakti at Ghazipur

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Jan 18: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Sunday reviewed the ongoing development works of Pachokhar Digital Libr

No disability rights watchdog in J&K during past several months

Appointment process yet to be completed *Explicit provisions of Rules blatantly violated Mohinder Verma JAMMU, Jan 18: Several months after invit

Mumbai will get Mahayuti Mayor: Eknath Shinde; 'People chose development over emotional issues'

Taking a dig at Uddhav Thackeray-led Shiv Sena (UBT), Mr. Shinde said voters had chosen development over emotional issues

Sanjay Singh, Pappu Yadav among 8 booked for spreading fake images of Manikarnika ghat

VARANASI (UP), Jan 18: Police here have registered eight FIRs against as many people, including AAP MP Sanjay Singh and Congress leader Pappu Yad

Delegation meets LG, seeks upgradation of GHS Nomain

Zulfkar, others call on Sinha Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Jan 18: A delegation led by social activist Dr Dev Raj Sharma today met Lieutenant G

LG reiterates complete rehabilitation of families hit by natural calamities

Rly bridges to be restored in 3 months Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Jan 18: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha today asked the youth to dream big,

7 killed, 80 injured after bus carrying marriage party overturns in Jharkhands Latehar

LATEHAR, Jan 18: At least seven people, including five women, were killed and over 80 others injured after a bus carrying wedding guests overturn

Brazil and Nigeria emerge as key export destinations for Indian pharmaceuticals

New Delhi, Jan 18: Brazil and Nigeria are emerging as key export destinations for Indian pharmaceutical firms amid global economic uncertainties,

Reddit down and when will it be back up? Users report app and website outage. Here's issues explained and Reddit official statement

Reddit down and when will it be back up became a major search topic after users reported problems with the Reddit app and website. Reports began

FPI selling spree continues in January

New Delhi, Jan 18: Foreign portfolio investors withdrew over Rs 22,530 crore (USD 2.5 billion) from Indian equities so far this month amid rising

71% of professionals expect role changes due to AI

Mumbai, Jan 18: Artificial Intelligence (AI) adoption at workplaces is outpacing corporate training programmes, with 71 per cent of professionals

In 2023 too, -40 was good enough for NEET PG

Medical community outrage erupts as NEET PG 2025 cut-off for reserved categories drops to zero percentile, equivalent to a minus 40 score. This z

Kamrangko dakrongbewalo ongaigija nambate chusokatchina CM didia

SHILLONG: Sorkarini kamrangko kaanio, antangtangni dakrongbewalosan ongaigija, manderangni janggi tanganiko namdapatna gitasa gisik onbate kam ka

Pathania lays out time-bound roadmap for infrastructure development

Excelsior Correspondent UDHAMPUR, Jan 18: During an extensive tour of Talmara, Jaganoo, Thanoa, Dhanori, Sattani, Channi Morh and other adjoining

LG Ladakh meets Union Tourism Minister

Excelsior Correspondent NEW DELHI, Jan 18: Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Kavinder Gupta, today met Union Minister for Tourism and Culture, Gajen

RPA slams Pahari Advisory Board over using constitutionally rejected nomenclature

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Jan 18: Rashtriya Pahari Aandolan (RPA) has lambasted J&K Pahari Advisory Board for defying binding Government ord

General Line Teachers meet Education Minister, highlight critical issues

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Jan 18: A delegation of the Jammu and Kashmir General Line Teachers Forum (JKGLTF) today met the Education Ministe

RSS affiliate SJM says rising smuggled cigarette threat to govt revenue, public health

NEW DELHI, Jan 18: Expressing grave concern, the Swadeshi Jagran Manch (SJM), affiliated with the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh, has warned that th

Oldest Hindu temple in South Africa battling fraud allegations, faces pending civic bills

JOHENNESBURG, Jan 18 : The over 150-year-old first Hindu temple and a national monument in South Africas Durban has said it runs a risk of discon

JYBT organises weekly programme Gyan-Yagy Pataskala

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Jan 18: A weekly programme Sanskrit pathshala (Gyan-Yagy Pataskala) organized by Pawan Kumar Shastri, president Ja

Gold likely to extend gains; silver may ease: Analysts

NEW DELHI, Jan 18 : Gold price is expected to maintain its upward momentum in the coming week, driven by safe-haven demand and expectations of po

India@Davos: BCG says Indian businesses must be competitive on cost, scale, resilience

DAVOS, Jan 18: With India making a power-packed presence here for the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting, consultancy major BCGs India Head Rahu

Landman Season 2 Finale Ending Explained: What the final episode reveals about Tommy Norris, Cooper, M-Tex, CTT Oil, Gallino and Season 3

Landman Season 2 Finale Ending Explained breaks down how Tommy loses M-Tex, starts CTT Oil Exploration and Cattle, saves Cooper from charges, and

Jungle raj must end for growth: PM Modi in West Bengal; attacks TMC govt

Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched a sharp attack on the Trinamool Congress government in West Bengal, calling for an end to maha jungle raj t

Sabalenka, Alcaraz advance on opening day of records

Australian Open Melbourne, Jan 18: Aryna Sabalenka and Carlos Alcaraz fulfilled expectations on opening night of the Australian Open, the No. 1 s

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Lin Chun-Yi and An Se Young clinch singles titles at India Open

New Delhi, Jan 18: Chinese Taipeis Lin Chun-Yi claimed his maiden Super 750 title in mens singles, while world number one An Se Young of South Ko

BWF to continue its 25-second time clock trials to curb delays; players, coaches divided

New Delhi, Jan 18: The Badminton World Federation (BWF) will test its 25-second time clock at the Indonesia Masters next week, continuing trials

Kartik Karkera reacts after winning the Indian Elite Mens race of the 21st edition of the Tata Mumbai Marathon

Kartik Karkera reacts after winning the Indian Elite Mens race of the 21st edition of the Tata Mumbai Marathon, a World Athletics Gold Label Race

Smriti Mandhana praises RCB's bowling unit after dominant win over DC

Mandhana said chasing made batting easier, as it helped her decide which bowlers to attack and defend against

In-form RCB keen to continue run against sliding GG

WPL 2026 Vadodara, Jan 18: On a roll, the Smriti Mandhala-led Royal Challengers Bengaluru will look to extend their winning run when they face Gu

Worlds elite cyclists to compete in Pune from today for historic LA Oly Qualifier

Pune, Jan 18: The Bajaj Pune Grand Tour 2026, which offers 2028 Los Angeles Olympics qualification points and features 164 riders from 28 teams a

Aman Mokhade becomes third batter to score 800-plus runs in single Vijay Hazare Trophy edition

Mokhade has scored 814 runs in 10 innings at an average of 90.44, with a strike rate of over 109

Idol I Part 5 Episode 9 and 10 release time, schedule and how to watch on Netflix: Global streaming timings for all regions and Episodes 7 and 8 recap

Idol I Part 5 Episode 9 and 10 release time, schedule and how to watch details the Netflix release dates, global timings, episode count, story pr

CIC: Lawyers can't use RTI for cases they are handling

The Central Information Commission (CIC) ruled that advocates cannot use the RTI Act to obtain case details for clients, citing a Madras High Cou

Jordi Cruyff appointed Ajax technical director

Cruyff will start his new role on February 1 on a contract which runs until June 2028

Glasner feels 'abandoned' by Palace hierarchy

Glasner had to cope without captain Marc Guehi with the centre-back set to join Manchester City

Toppmoller out as Eintracht Frankfurt coach ahead of crucial Champions League games

U21 coach Dennis Schmitt and U19 coach Alexander Meier take temporary charge of Frankfurt ahead of Wednesday's (January 21) Champions League game

Pro Wrestling League: Susaki powers Haryana Thunders to the top

In the days other face-off, UP Dominators produced a dominant performance for a 72 win against Tiigers of Mumbai Dangals

Tata Steel Masters: Erigaisi beats Praggnanandhaa, Gukesh draws with Sindarov

Niemann pounced on the opportunity like a hawk and Fedoseev resigned as early as on move 16 when material loss was inevitable

Syrian government announces ceasefire with Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces

Syria's Defence Ministry said it ordered the fighting to halt on the front lines after the agreement was announced

UP news: Noida schools' timings changed, DM orders classes to start late due to fog, severe cold; check details

In view of dense fog and severe cold conditions prevailing across Gautam Buddh Nagar district in Uttar Pradesh, the district administration has r

Trump's sanctions stir Iran's Chabahar controversy: Was India forced to retreat? What's at stake after US' intervention?

According to a report, India may withdraw from Iran's Chabahar port project due to US sanctions on Iran. The report came after US President Donal