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Olympic Champion Zheng Out of Australian Open

The Chinese player is a former finalist at the year's opening Grand Slam, losing to current world number one Aryna Sabalenka 6-3, 6-2 in 2024

CM Omar Abdullah Launches e-Pathshala; Says Digital Learning To Supplement Teaching, Not Replace Teachers

Jammu, Jan 8: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Thursday launched the e-Pathshala initiative of the school education department,

Bihar steps up AgriStack drive, sets Jan deadline for Jamabandi verification

Bihar is speeding up its farmer registry project, AgriStack. Senior officials are now assigned to districts to oversee land record verification.

SC reserves verdict on plea of Justice Yashwant Varma assailing validity of inquiry panel by Lok Sabha

The Supreme Court reserved its verdict on Allahabad High Court judge Yashwant Varma's plea challenging a parliamentary panel probing corruption c

England Cricket Board Launches Immediate Review into Ashes Debacle

England's preparations, coaching and off-field behaviour all came under the microscope during a demoralising series in Australia which they lost

Operation Sindoor Reinforced Message That People Must Contribute To Nation-Building: IAF Chief

New Delhi, Jan 8: Chief of the Indian Air Force, Air Chief Marshal A P Singh, on Thursday praised NCC cadets for their contributions during Opera

Need To Think Of Injustice To Students, Omar Abdullah Criticises Decision To Stop MBBS Course At Mata Vaishno Devi Institute

Jammu, Jan 8: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Thursday has criticised the decision to withdraw permission for the Shri Mata Vai

Not just lungs, Delhi's toxic air is attacking your heart too: Alarming study finds 2% rise in CVD risk for every PM2.5 spike

A new study reveals a direct link between air pollution and heart emergencies in Delhi. Hospital admissions for cardiovascular issues rose signif

Atishi vs Kapil Mishra: AAP, BJP trade termination demands over Guru Tegh Bahadur remark video

Venezuela's Interior Minister Says 100 People Died In U.S. Attack

Caracas have not previously given a number for those killed, but the army posted a list of 23 names of its dead. Venezuelan officials have said a

US Seizes Russian-Flagged Tanker Tied To Venezuela As Trump Widens Oil Push

US seized second Venezuela-linked tanker that escaped blockade and put up Russian flag

AI-created content labelling to curb cybercrime, sexual abuse: Official

India is rolling out fresh regulations for AI-generated material, mandating the use of watermarks to curb cybercrime and misuse. This initiative

'Something inside is tightening': How a doctor cracked the case of a rare disease in a 42-year-old man

A rare condition called Eosinophilic Fasciitis caused a 42-year-old engineer severe pain and stiffness. Doctors identified the illness through te

Shah Rukh Khans Style: Less Trend, More Presence

Cash discovery row: SC reserves order on Justice Yashwant Varmas plea; denies time extension to reply

Is Mayor Zohran Mamdani Responsible for Subway Fare Hikes in New York City? No!

The hike in subway fares was approved in September 2025, when Eric Adams was still mayor.

Congress seeks SC-level independent probe into Indore contaminated water deaths

Congress has demanded a high-level inquiry into deaths from contaminated water in Indore. The party alleges gross negligence by the Madhya Prades

Rare January system over Bay of Bengal set to bring heavy rainfall to parts of T.N.

The Bay of Bengal has witnessed only 20 intense weather systems during January since 1891, making such events unusual during this time of the yea

Scorpions band to return to India for Coming Home 2026 tour after nearly 20 years

Legendary German rock band Scorpions will tour India in April 2026, performing in Shillong, Delhi-NCR, Bengaluru, and Mumbai. The tour, part of t

Hyderabad Police Intensifies Crackdown on Chinese Manja

Sajjanar reiterated that the State government has imposed a complete ban on Chinese Manja made with synthetic or nylon string, due to the serious

Young Stroke: Why People in Their 20s & 30s Are Now at Risk

Dr Namita Kaul, Director- Neurology, Medanta Super Specialty Hospital, Noida Stroke has long been perceived as a disease of the elderly, typicall

India plans to scrap curbs on Chinese firms bidding for government contracts, sources say

The curbs, imposed in 2020 after a deadly clash between the countries troops, required Chinese bidders to register with an Indian government comm

Chhattisgarh converts 7.83 lakh cr investment pledges into swift on-ground action, creating 1.5 lakh jobs

Chhattisgarh has rapidly converted investment pledges into action, with 219 projects worth 7.83 lakh crore across 18 sectors underway since Novem

Lebanese military advances disarmament of non-state groups including Hezbollah

Lebanon's army has completed the initial phase of its plan to deploy across southern Lebanon and disarm non-state groups. This effort follows a c

Sobhita Dhulipalas Cheekatilo: Prime Video Announces Streaming Date

Set to be released on January 23, the film is produced by D. Suresh Babu under the banner of Suresh Productions Pvt Ltd and also stars actor Visw

Firefighter honoured with Telangana Shourya Pathakam for exceptional bravery

Hyderabad: The government of Telangana has awarded the prestigious Telangana Shourya Pathakam to a firefighter for an act of exceptional bravery

Indian Army Is Being Harassed: Viral Post Flags YouTuber Rescue In Ladakh

A user on X warned that repeated rescue missions could place avoidable strain on the armed forces.

Vijay Hazare Trophy LIVE: Shreyas Nears 50 After Sarfaraz Hits 20-Ball-62

Vijay Hazare Trophy 2025-26, Round 7 LIVE Score: Hardik Pandya played a brilliant knock as Baroda scored 391 against Chandigarh in Round 7 match

'Cash-strapped' Pakistan minister's fanciful claim: Khwaja Asif says country may not need IMF in six months. What's behind the bizarre statement?

Despite facing economic hardships, Pakistan defence minister Khawaja Asif has claimed that the country may not need a bailout from International

Is Pongal release 'likely' for Vijay's 'Jana Nayagan'? What does Jan 9 Madras HC verdict mean for the 'superstar's' farewell?

Jana Nayagan release date now hangs on the Madras High Court verdict which has become the primary focal point for millions of fans. A last-minute

Modi likely to launch free medical care for road crash victims scheme this month

Why Southeast Asia's online scam industry is so hard to shut down

A major online scam network leader has been arrested and extradited. This industry has stolen billions globally. Victims are often lured by fake

Indian national Rakki Kisan Gopal safely evacuated from Yemen's Socotra Island, returns on special flight, was stranded there due to...

An Indian national, Rakki Kisan Gopal was evacuated from Socotra Island in Yemen, who was stranded there for few weeks due to escalating violence

High-voltage drama in Kolkata: ED raids I-PAC, CM Mamata Banerjee accuses Amit Shah of 'misusing agency'

ED raided I-PAC's Salt Lake office and co-founder Pratik Jain's Loudon Street home amid BJP-TMC tensions. Mamata Banerjee and Police Commissioner

'India has become an outperformer': Infomerics Manoranjan Sharma on FY26 GDP Numbers

New vs used two-wheeler loan: Which is a better choice?

A familiar refrain as China and Japan, uneasy neighbors in East Asia, begin 2026 at odds again

A fresh wave of rhetoric has emerged between China and Japan, stoked by lingering historical grievances and military anxieties. Meanwhile, China'

Finance Ministry plans to scrap curbs on Chinese firms bidding for government contracts, sources say

India's finance ministry is set to remove restrictions on Chinese firms bidding for government contracts. These curbs were imposed in 2020 follow

Crypto in 2026: What to expect from the world of blockchains

Bitcoin price volatility is always a given, but analysing recent world events and coin-based trends can help us better understand the trajectory

Katrina Kaif and Vicky Kaushal's baby boy's name inspired by actor's blockbuster? Netizens notice, call it 'sweet coincidence'

Katrina Kaif and Vicky Kaushal named their baby boy Vihaan, and it has a special connection with the Chhaava actor. Netizens were quick to guess

No longer serves American interest: US pulls out of Indialed Intl. Solar Alliance

Call for Application for 2026 Tsinghua Amgen Scholars Program

Study Estimates 49 Lakh Cases of Typhoid Fever in India in 2023

Typhoid fever is a bacterial infection that spreads through contaminated food and water. Symptoms can start one to three weeks following exposure

Watch: Mahira Khan, Wahaj Ali dance on Mera Piya Ghar Aaya

Islamabad: Pakistani drama fans are eagerly awaiting the first-ever on-screen pairing of Mahira Khan and Wahaj Ali, who are set to share the scre

Letter against the spirit: On the Election Commission, barring foreigners | The Hindu Editorial

The Election Commission of Indias mandate is to ensure no Indian is disenfranchised

Russian strikes leave one million without water, heat in Ukraine

Russian strikes on Ukraine overnight left more than one million people in the Dnipropetrovsk region without water supplies or heating, a Ukrainia

Watch: Protests spread across Iran over high inflation, as calls for more protests grow

Hundreds of people took to the streets in several Iranian cities, protesting soaring inflation and the sharp fall in the value of the national cu

Startup news and updates: Daily roundup (January 8, 2026)

YourStory presents the daily news roundup from the Indian startup ecosystem and beyond. Here's the roundup for Thursday, January 8, 2026.

J&K: DSEK Warns DDOs Against Unauthorized Transfers

Srinagar, Jan 8: The Directorate of School Education Kashmir (DSEK) on Thursday reiterated that Drawing and Disbursing Officers (DDOs) are not au

SC Defers Hearing to Jan 13 on Pleas Against ECs Special Revision of Electoral Rolls

New Delhi, Jan 8: The Supreme Court on Thursday deferred till January 13 the final hearing on a batch of petitions challenging the Election Commi

Trump backs sanctions bill that provides for very high tariffs on India, China for buying Russian oil: US Senator Lindsey Graham

New York/Washington, Jan 8 (PTI) US President Donald Trump has backed a sanctions bill that could impose 500 per cent tariffs on countries buying

Rock band Scorpions to tour India with four concerts in April

Legendary German hard-rock band Scorpions will tour India in April 2026, with stops at Mumbai, Shillong, Bengaluru and Delhi

Cambodia extradites alleged scam kingpin Chen Zhi to China

U.S. prosecutors charged Chen in October with conspiracy charges alleging he masterminded a multinational cyber fraud network

JKBOSE Issues Advisory on Class 10 Results, Warns Against Fake Links

Srinagar/Jammu, Jan 8: The Jammu and Kashmir Board of School Education (JKBOSE) on Thursday issued an advisory cautioning students and parents ag

Bihar: Doctor Nusrat Parveen joins office weeks after veil row

Patna: Ayush doctor Nusrat Parveen, whose naqaab (veil) was removed by Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar during an appointment letter distributio

OpenAI introduces ChatGPT Health

New Delhi: OpenAI has introduced ChatGPT Health, a dedicated experience to securely connect peoples medical records and wellness apps. The San Fr

Manipur Violence: SC Orders Forensic Probe of Audio Linked to Ex-CM Biren Singh

New Delhi: The Supreme Court on Wednesday directed a comprehensive forensic examination of a controversial 48-minute audio recording allegedly im

Aamir Khan finally breaks silence on his feud with Faissal: 'How can you fight...'

Aamir Khan opened up about his feud with brother Faissal Khan, recalling their 2000 film Mela and saying family conflicts are painful. He express

After divorce, Chahal and Dhanashree likely to reunite: Reports

Mumbai: Former celebrity couple Yuzvendra Chahal and Dhanashree Verma are reportedly set to reunite under one roof just months after their divorc

Marketing automation platform Nitro Commerce raises $5M in Series A round led by Cornerstone Ventures

The company plans to use the newly raised capital to expand its platform capabilities, hire across product and engineering roles, strengthen AI-d

United States withdraws from International Solar Alliance

However, Washington has so far not withdrawn from the Global Biofuel Alliance, a platform it shares with India and Brazil

Australia's leader announces major national inquiry into antisemitism after Bondi mass shooting

The inquiry, spearheaded by former High Court Judge Virginia Bell, aims to uncover the roots of antisemitism in Australia and assess the broader

Geeta Doctor, the sharp observer

The writer and critic, who passed away on December 31, leaves behind a legacy of words, laughter, and the lives she documented

Driving test candidates turn first aid and CPR trainees at Hyderabad RTA

Anyone assisting an accident victim has the right to choose whether to be an eyewitness or not, Assistant Motor Vehicles Inspector Sai Karthik

DSEK Bars DDOs From Transfers, Issues Warning Against Overstepping Authority

Srinagar, Jan 8: The Directorate of School Education Kashmir (DSEK) has reiterated that Drawing and Disbursing Officers (DDOs) are not authorised

OpenAI Launches ChatGPT Health: Goal To Support Awareness And Not Replace Medical Care

OpenAI has introduced ChatGPT Health, a dedicated experience to securely connect people's medical records and wellness apps.

SC Defers Hearing To Jan 13 On Pleas Challenging ECs Special Intensive Revision Of Electoral Rolls

New Delhi, Jan 8: The Supreme Court on Thursday deferred to January 13 the final hearing on a batch of petitions challenging the Election Commiss

19-yr-old woman dies by suicide in Hyderabad after relationship conflict

Hyderabad: In a tragic incident, a 19-year-old woman died by suicide after a relationship conflict in Hyderabad. The woman, identified as 19-year

Amid escalating tension with India, Bangladesh to buy Chinese fighter jet JF-17 from Pakistan, will it worsen Delhi-Dhaka ties?

Bangladesh's interim government plans a defence deal with Pakistan to buy JF-17 fighter jets amid rising anti-India sentiment. Analysts call it a

Video: Iranian Cop Chased In Car, Shot Dead Amid Anti-Khamenei Protests

As protests over economic distress paralyse Iran's law and order situation, a video has emerged showing a cop being killed by unknown assailants

Russia-Flagged Oil Tanker Seized By US Had Once Escaped Caribbean Sea

The tanker was intercepted by the US Coast Guard while sailing north between Iceland and Scotland.

Wife Can't Be Presumed To Be Earning At Interim Maintenance Stage: Delhi High Court

Wife cannot be presumed to be earning or being capable of maintaining herself at the stage of granting interim maintenance, the Delhi High Court

Man thrashed on suspicion of kidnapping child

Hyderabad: A man was allegedly caught red-handed while attempting to kidnap a child in Hyderabad on Wednesday, January 7. The incident occurred a

Priyanka Chopras The Bluff Set for February 25 Premiere on Prime Video

Chopra Jonas plays Ercell Bloody Mary Bodden, a skilled ex-pirate who believes she has left behind a life of bloodshed to live quietly with her f

Palaniswami Expresses Confidence in NDA Victory in Tamil Nadu

The AIADMK leader also alleged that crime has increased in the state since the DMK came to power, claiming there is a lack of security for women

Delhi Assembly erupts as AAP, BJP protest over Guru Tegh Bahadur insults

AAP MLAs demanded the suspension of BJP Law Minister Kapil Mishra and all MLAs who reposted the edited video of Atishis alleged comments against

Rice, Jaggery and Rituals: Inside the Culinary Traditions of Sankranti

A harvest festival where fire, food, and family come together, Sankranti reveals the diverse culinary soul of the Telugu regions.

This Video Doesnt Show Recent Visuals of China Testing Its Maglev Train

Neither is this video recent nor does it show visuals from China.

NMC withdraws permission for MBBS course at SMVD Medical College after Jammu protests

The National Medical Commission has withdrawn the Letter of Permission for 50 MBBS seats at the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Institute of Medical Excel

Who is Yashs 'Toxic' director, an Oscar-nominated filmmaker and her national award-winning partner behind Gangs of Wasseypur?

Yash's 'Toxic' is being directed by Geetu Mohandas and is set to release thatrically on March 19 2026. Yashs pan-India spectacle, Toxic is follow

Director Karthik Subbaraj on Vijays Jana Nayagan row: Tough times for cinema

Director Karthik Subbaraj opened up about the recent delay of Vijays highly anticipated movie Jana Nayagan

Namma Yatri enters corporate mobility market with ride benefits for enterprise employees

The ride-hailing platform has partnered with OneBanc to offer predictable pricing and streamline bookings for employees and commission-free earni

Hyderabad: Esra threw out my father Mukarram Jahs clothes after death, says Azam Jah

Hyderabad: Three years ago in 2023, the last and eight titular Nizam of Hyderabad, Mukarram Jah, passed away at the age of 89, leaving behind a l

Kamal Haasans Supreme Yaskin Might Join Kalki 2 Sets in February

A few weeks ago, producer Swapna Dutt had hinted at the commencement of Kalki 2.

He Was A CIA Agent. Then He Became Spy For Soviet Union

On April 28, 1994, Aldrich Ames confessed to giving Moscow sensitive US material.

Uniqlo owner Fast Retailing books 34% jump in quarterly profit, hikes annual forecast

Uniqlo's parent company, Fast Retailing, reported a significant 34% surge in first-quarter operating profit. This growth was fueled by robust sal

Anbumani flags steep decline in tapioca prices, urges T.N. govt. to fix procurement price

In a statement, he said the price has dropped from about 16,000 per tonne two years ago to around 4,700 per tonne now, and has severely affected

Pawan Kalyan Delights Fans by Unveiling a New Martial Arts Look via New Banner

Some believe that Pawan Kalyan may be planning to launch a martial arts school, while others speculate that he could be working on a special proj

OpenAI's ChatGPT Health Can Be Linked With Medical Records, Wellness Apps

OpenAI on Wednesday launched a ChatGPT Health tab that answers healthrelated questions and lets users upload medical records and connect wellness

Major setback for India's green cause: Kharge on Madhav Gadgil's demise

Gadgil leaves behind an enduring imprint on research, teaching, and ecological conservation, and his departure is a major setback for the country