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Salvadoran journalist arrested in Spain: press group

Over the past six months, at least 50 journalists have fled El Salvador out of fear of being arrested for criticising President Nayib Bukele

Saudi calls Yemen's southern factions to 'dialogue' in Riyadh

Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates have for years supported various factions within Yemen's government-run territories

Alexander Zverev admits a lot of catching up to reel in Alcaraz, Sinner

The 28-year-old German finished the 2025 season with only one title, in Munich, having been beset by injuries

Telangana Assembly passes resolution against replacement of MGNREGA

Hyderabad: Amid opposition from the BJP members, the Telangana Legislative Assembly on Friday passed a resolution opposing the Centres move to re

Iga Swiatek says womens tennis does not need Battle of the Sexes

World number one Aryna Sabalenka and Australian Nick Kyrgios faced off in a highly publicised and controversial exhibition match in Dubai a week

The real price of free social media

Heres how youre paying to use free social media

Tracking Teams From Amrabad to Search for Wandering Tiger

There was some evidence that it might have gone towards Jagtial or Peddapalli district.

Aircraft Overshoots Runway in Nepal; All Aboard Safe

The aircraft took off from Kathmandu carrying around 50 passengers

Maharashtra civic polls: 68 Mahayuti candidates elected unopposed, including 44 of BJP

This includes 44 of the BJP, with the highest number being from Kalyan-Dombivli Municipal Corporation in Thane district, followed by Pune, Pimpri

Man arrested in Bihar's Muzaffarpur for circulating AI-generated fake videos of PM, President

The accused has been identified as Pramod Kumar Raj, a resident of Bhagwanpur in the Bochaha police station area

How semiconductors are becoming the next big fortune for Indian IT firms

The talent advantage India possesses positions the country as a valuable player in the global chip supply chain.

Green paradox: planting trees will cool a megacity unless its dry

Planting trees is not an innocent solution and misguided greening risks are worsening urban warming, a new study of 761 cities has found

FBI arrests teenager on charges of planning New Years Eve ISIS attack

Washington: Authorities have arrested a teenager from North Carolina on charges of planning a New Years Eve terror attack in support of the Islam

Delhi Legislative Assembly Winter Session To Begin On January 5

The winter session of the Delhi legislative assembly will commence on January 5 (Monday) and will go on till January 8.

Indore contaminated water tragedy: More than 200 hospitalised, MP CM suspends two officials

According to Indore district Collector Shivam Verma, five deaths have been officially confirmed so far in the water contamination incident, and t

'Cricket should not bear burden of politics': Shashi Tharoor on KKR selecting Bangladeshi player

Congress MP Shashi Tharoor stated that cricket should not be burdened by attacks on minorities in Bangladesh, emphasizing that player Mustafizur

Canada Warns AI on Drinking Rules After Pilot's Vancouver Arrest

Transport Canada said in its statement that the Directorate General of Civil Aviation of India had primary responsibility for regulatory oversigh

Chandigarh Woman Turns 26-Kilometre New Year Run Into A Creative 26 On City Map

Instead of a celebration indoors, she chose the city streets and turned her morning run into a message for the new year.

2 Dead, 50 Houses Damaged As 6.5-Magnitude Earthquake Shakes Mexico

A 6.5-magnitude earthquake rattled Mexico's capital and a tourist hotspot on the Pacific coast on Friday, killing at least two people and causing

Underwater tunnel across Brahmaputra gets govt nod

India is set to construct its first twin-tube underwater tunnel across the Brahmaputra River in Assam, connecting Gohpur and Numaligarh. This 15.

Yemen Separatists Announce Independence Plan as Saudi-Led Airstrikes Kill 20

A separatist military official and medical sources reported 20 fighters dead in air raids on two military bases as the coalition also targeted an

Development won't be at cost of democracy: Cabinet secretary

Nepal airport accident: Plane carrying 55 skids off at Bhadrapur runway, chilling video surfaces

The aircraft, which was the last flight on the Kathmandu-Bhadrapur route for the day, stopped 200 metres east of the runway, on a grassy land. Ai

Trump Says US will Come to Their Rescue if Iran Kills Protesters

Protesters and security forces clashed in several Iranian cities on Thursday, with six people reported killed, the first deaths since the unrest

RSS no para-military organisation; can't be understood by looking at BJP: Bhagwat

RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat clarified the Sangh's role in uniting society and instilling virtues. He emphasized it is not a paramilitary group and ca

Quote of the day by Friedrich Nietzsche: What doesn't kill you makes you

Friedrich Nietzsche, a German philosopher, questioned established morals and religion. He believed individuals should forge their own values. His

FBI thwarts 'potential terrorist attack' on New Year's Eve in North Carolina inspired by ISIS

Iran's Protests: What We Know So Far

Iran has been rocked this week by protests that started in Tehran and have spread to other cities, with at least six people killed in clashes wit

Bank Holiday on January 3: Are banks open or closed in your state? Check state-wise list here

Banks in Uttar Pradesh will remain closed on January 3, 2026, for Hazrat Ali's birth anniversary, while banks elsewhere stay open. January also i

'Antisemitic gasoline on an open fire': Israel slams Mamdani over revoked orders

Israel's Foreign Ministry has accused New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani of antisemitism. This follows his decision to revoke executive orders th

Rajnath: Education sans dharma fuels anti-national acts

BJP Not Controlled By RSS: Mohan Bhagwat Rejects Remote Control Charge

Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) chief Mohan Bhagwat on Friday asserted that organisations such as the BJP, VHP and Vidya Bharti function indepe

Yemen Separatists Launch 2-Year Independence Transition As Strikes Kill 20

Yemen's UAE-backed separatists announced a two-year transition to independence Friday despite reporting 20 deaths in airstrikes from a Saudi-led

Two arrested for ripping off woman cop's uniform in Chhattisgarh

Israel Accuses New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani of Antisemitism

Mamdani revoked two executive orders issued by the previous mayor that restricted city agencies from boycotting Israel and treated certain critic

Fifth Ashes Test: Australian police boost security for Sydney Test after Bondi Beach attack

Bondi Beach attack has sparked more active policing in Sydney, Australia's most populous city and the state capital

Good News for Uttar Pradesh residents: New four-lane highway, built with cost of Rs 700 crore, to connect two national highways in THIS district, name is...

According to officials, the project will also include the construction of a two-lane bridge at Sultan Garh, which will further enhance connectivi

Gold, silver prices today, January 3, 2026: Check city-wise rates in Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Kolkata and more

On January 3, 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

India News Live Updates: Prayagraj sees heavy footfall of devotees on first day of Magh Mela, 20-30 lakh expected

Aircraft overshoots runway in eastern Nepal; all aboard safe

The airplane overshot the runway by some 200 metres off the ground near a rivulet, suffering minor damage during the incident

Morning Digest: Centre orders X to check misuse of Grok chatbot; MP CM suspends two officials over Indore water contamination, and more

Here is a select list of stories to start the day.

UN Chief Calls on Israel to Reverse NGOs Ban in Gaza

Israel suspended 37 foreign humanitarian organizations from accessing the Gaza Strip after they had refused to share lists of their Palestinian e

Karnataka HC: Third parties can challenge lok adalat awards if fraud is alleged

Karnataka HC ruled that a third party can challenge a Lok Adalat award via writ petition if fraud is proven by excluding a necessary party. Justi

Earthquake with 6.5 magnitude rattles southern and central Mexico killing 2

A powerful earthquake struck southern and central Mexico on Friday. Seismic alarms sounded, interrupting President Claudia Sheinbaum's press brie

PRAGATI progress report: 3,300 delayed projects worth Rs 85 lakh crore fast-tracked

PRAGATI has fast-tracked over 3,300 delayed projects worth Rs 85 lakh crore, resolving land, forest and clearance hurdles, and accelerating mega

This is how much you can earn in 2026 before your Social Security payroll tax goes up

In 2026, Social Security payroll taxes will rise for high earners. The wage base limit increases from $176,100 to $184,500. Employees pay 6.2% on

The Aravalli hills are shaken with the sound of machinery

A 2-billion-year-old range has been battered and bruised by mining, waste dumping, and encroachment, say environmentalists and those who live in

From Subway Ride To Israel Backlash: Mamdani's First Full Day As NYC Mayor

Less than 24 hours after throngs of ecstatic supporters poured into Manhattan for his history-making inauguration, Zohran Mamdani began his first

Commissioner of Metro Railway Safety inspects Phase II trains

The train services on the 15.8-km stretch from Poonamalle bypass to Vadapalani will start in February; the final inspection before commencing ser

Not Pre-Planned: DK Shivakumar Denies BJP's Allegations Over Ballari Clash

Karnataka Deputy CM DK Shivakumar has refuted the allegations levelled by the opposition Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) that the violent clash in B

Signature campaign in Kolkata to protect tamarind tree planted by revolutionary 70 years ago

A movement to save the tree was started in July 2024 after builders took over the property where the freedom fighter lived and when it seemed the

Nalagarh blast: Two groups claim responsibility; Himachal police scans CCTV footage to nab accused

Teams have been constituted to scan CCTV footage, and the police are coordinating with the Punjab Police and the National Investigation Agency (N

Grok says safeguard lapses led to images of 'minors in minimal clothing' on X

In a separate reply to a user on X on Thursday, Grok said most cases could be prevented through advanced filters and monitoring although it said

Fairdeal Motors unveils all-new Tata Sierra

Excelsior Correspondent UDHAMPUR, Jan 2: Marking the iconic SUVs grand comeback in a modern, powerful and premium avatar, Fairdeal Motors proudly

President KCCI calls on LG

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Jan 2: Javid Ahmed Tenga, President, Kashmir Chamber of Commerce and Industry called on Lieutenant Governor Manoj

Indias future workforce must be AI-confident: Jayant Chaudhary

03NEW DELHI, Jan 2 : Indias future workforce must not only be digitally aware but AI-confident, Union Minister Jayant Chaudhary said on Friday. T

Andal shows us the way

AM MG launches all new Hector

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Jan 2: A vibrant evening of celebration and innovation unfolded as AM MG today launched all new Hector, in a funct

CMD NHPC reaffirms commitment to clean energy and nation-building

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Jan 2: Bhupender Gupta, Chairman and Managing Director (CMD), NHPC today reaffirmed his vision for sustainable gro

Properties Of 7 Pak-Based Men Attached In Jammu And Kashmir's Kathua

Police on Friday attached immovable properties of seven people from Jammu and Kashmir's Kathua district who are allegedly involved in anti-nation

Russia scores highest Ukraine gains since first year of war

The Russian army captured more than 5,600 square kilometres (2,160 square miles), or nearly one percent, of Ukrainian territory in 2025

Ungrateful people

Shiban Khaibri shibankhaibri@gmail.com Ingratitude is monstrous , and for the multitude to be ungrateful, were to make a monster of the multitud

LoP Suvendu Adhikari calls West Bengal a Bengali Hindu homeland

The Bharatiya Janata Party MLA said that once the saffron party will provide 200 days of rural work, countering Trinamools claim that it will pro

2026 : A new era for agriculture in Jammu & Kashmir

Prof. B.N. Tripathi vcskuastjammu@gmail.com The agricultural economy of Jammu & Kashmir forms the backbone of rural livelihoods in the region. Ne

How the SALT deduction may add $1,000 to Americans tax refunds in 2026

Americans will secure historic $1,000 refund boosts this spring. A new $40,000 SALT deduction cap fuels this massive windfall. Nine states are al

Grandmother, grandson burn to death in Gaza tent while cooking; Jolie visits Rafah crossing

The shaky 12-week-old ceasefire between Israel and the Hamas militant group has largely ended large-scale Israeli bombardment of Gaza

SC to courts: Impose timelines in probes only if there's delay

The Supreme Court has ruled that courts should generally avoid setting deadlines for investigations, as this infringes on the agency's autonomy.

Rent authority has jurisdiction even if tenancy pact absent: Allahabad HC

Allahabad High Court ruled that rent authorities can hear eviction cases even without written agreements or tenant particulars. The court emphasi

LG unveils SMVDSBs Panchang Calendar & Diary for 2026

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Jan 2: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Friday unveiled the Panchang Calendar-2026 and the official diary of the

LIC launches Spl revival campaign for lapsed policies

HYDERABAD, Jan 2: The Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) on Friday announced launching of a Special Revival Campaign to help policyholders

Police orders probe over cricketers Palestinian flag on helmet

Excelsior Sports Correspondent JAMMU, Jan 2: The Jammu and Kashmir Police has ordered a preliminary enquiry after a cricketer from South Kashmir

BYD India hikes price of SEALION 7 premium variant by Rs 50k

NEW DELHI, Jan 2: Chinese electric vehicle maker BYD on Friday announced an increase in price of the premium variant of its SUV, SEALION 7, in In

Indias Reform Express driven by technology: Dr Jitendra

Excelsior Correspondent NEW DELHI, Jan 2: Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science & Technology; Minister of State for Earth Scie

Sai Sudharsan fractures rib

NEW DELHI, Jan 2: Young India batter Sai Sudharsan could be side-lined for more than a month after sustaining a rib fracture during a recent Vija

J&K under severe rain deficit, more in offing: IMD

Irfan Tramboo Srinagar, Jan 2: Jammu and Kashmir continues to reel under a severe seasonal rainfall deficit, with 22 of the 23 districts recordin

Gig economy needs less regulation: Eternal Founder Deepinder Goyal as he defends 10-min deliveries

NEW DELHI, Jan 2: Eternal Founder Deepinder Goyal on Friday batted for less regulation for Indias gig economy, arguing that it will eventually he

Breeding centre helps in revival of Kashmiri endangered stag

Suhail Bhat Srinagar, Jan 2: The population of the Kashmiri stag, or Hangul, is showing a steady and encouraging rise, driven largely by a conser

BCCI launches WPL Speed Queen 2026; JKCA calls for participation

Excelsior Sports Correspondent JAMMU, Jan 2: The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has launched a unique initiative, WPL Speed Queen 2

NIA shifts a Delhi blast accused to Kashmir, scans forest area in Shopian

Multiple teams of the NIA reached Padpawan area of Shopian district along with Yasir Dar, the ninth accused in the case. Officials said a forest

Now, Pakistan backs China's claim that it mediated during Op Sindoor

Pakistan has now endorsed China's claim of mediating the May 2025 India-Pakistan conflict, a move that raises eyebrows given India's stance. Isla

11 People Killed, 7 Injured As Bus And Truck Collide In Brazil

A head-on collision between a bus and a truck left at least 11 people dead on Friday in southern Brazil, the country's Federal Highway Police sai

No repeated cross-exam for Pocso survivor, says Calcutta HC

The Calcutta High Court has ruled that a trafficking survivor cannot be repeatedly cross-examined, setting aside a trial court order. The court i

Convicted for son's murder, Gujarat man kills self while on parole

A 50-year-old man convicted of beating his 10-year-old son to death died by suicide on parole. Damra Patel allegedly ingested poison at his nativ

Digital Reforms Saving Environment

In an era where climate action is often equated with massive industrial transitions or high-cost technological interventions, the experience of J

Various delegations call on LG Ladakh

Excelsior Correspondent LEH, Jan 2: Various delegations called on the Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Kavinder Gupta, here today and were reaffirm

NIA searches in Shopian

Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, Jan 2: The National Investigation Agency (NIA) today conducted searches at two locations in south Kashmirs Shop

Police attaches properties of terror handler, others

Excelsior Correspondent KATHUA/POONCH, Jan 2: In a decisive legal action against terrorism, anti-national elements and criminals operating from a

17 Accounts/Finance officers transferred, given addl charge

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Jan 2: Jammu and Kashmir Government today ordered a series of transfers, postings and assignment of additional cha

93-year-old man goes missing

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Jan 2: A 93-year-old man has gone missing from the Patoli Brahmana area of Jammu, prompting his family members see

CBK charge sheet against 108 accused in illegal appointments

Excelsior Correspondent Srinagar, Jan 2: The Economic Offences Wing of the Crime Branch Kashmir today submitted a charge sheet against 108 accuse