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India becomes second largest overseas market for US tourism as visitation surges 40%

Brand USA president and CEO Fred Dixon noted that the growth underscores the increasing sophistication and spending power of Indian travellers

Delhi police to use AI-enabled smart glasses for Republic Day 2026 security

Authorities will enforce three layers of physical checks for pedestrians, with similar screening protocols for vehicles

Housing sales in Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Chennai up 15% last year: PropTiger

The total housing sales across eight major cities declined 12% to 3,86,365 units in the 2025 calendar year from 4,36,992 units in the preceding y

1984 Sikh Massacre case: Delhi court acquits Sajjan Kumar in Janakpuri-Vikaspuri matter

New Delhi, Jan 22: A Delhi court on Thursday acquitted former Congress Member of Parliament Sajjan Kumar in a case relating to the alleged instig

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Infineum Announces Strategic Framework Agreement with Rianlon to Strengthen Asia-Pacific Supply Chain

Relief for 50 Vaishno Devi college students as counselling set for Jan 24

Jammu: In a major relief for the 50 students affected by the revocation of the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Institute of Medical Excellence (SMVDIME),

HYDRAA to develop Hyderabads Saroornagar lake spread over 90 acres

The Commissioner assures help in Katora Houz heritage pond restoration

Stress: the silent killer of the heart

Often overlooked or dismissed as a psychological inconvenience, stress is now recognised by medical professionals, especially cardiothoracic surg

NIA Court Awards 10-Year RI to Key Accused in LeT Recruitment Case

New Delhi, Jan 22: A special National Investigation Agency (NIA) court on Wednesday sentenced a key accused to ten years of rigorous imprisonment

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Telangana HC Defers Verdict on Group-I Recruitments to February 5

Judgment postponed as order copy not ready; appointments to remain subject to final outcome

Satire | The simple pimple

Deploying multi-purpose, futuristic wearables to solve all of Indias problems

NASA astronaut Sunita Williams arrives in Kozhikode for Kerala Literature Festival

She will take part in various events of the festival till January 25

Why Rinku Singh is Indias most reliable weapon in the death overs

Rinku Singh made a significant impact in the death overs with a match-tilting 44 not out off 20 balls, showcasing his exceptional finishing abili

Cold conditions grip Kashmir; snowfall likely

There was a decrease in night temperatures at most places in Kashmir and the mercury settled below the freezing point across the valley, official

Karnataka Guv Cuts Short Assembly Session Address, Sparks Protest

Congress members expressed strong displeasure over the Governor curtailing his speech, and raised Shame Shame slogans on the floor of the House

Anti-Maoist crackdown intensifies: Fierce gunfight underway in Jharkhand's Saranda forest, top Naxal with Rs 50 lakh bounty killed

Heavy exchange of fire continues between security forces and Maoists in Jharkhand's Saranda forest. Casualties reported; operation ongoing.

Karnataka governor vs government: Opposition leaders criticise Congress over scenes in House

Mr. Ashok alleged that Law and Parliamentary Affairs Minister H.K. Patil had attempted to block the Governors way inside the Assembly and demande

Watch: Karnataka Governor must uphold the Constitution: H.K. Patil

Chennais AlterNation Jazz Festival set to celebrate artists from the city on January 31

The first edition of AlterNations jazz festival is all set to make your head bob with artists from the city taking the stage with acts including

Supreme Court issues notice to Delhi government on plea of LeT terrorist against death penalty in 2000 Red Fort case

LeT terrorist Mohammad Arif was awarded the death sentence for the 2000 Red Fort attack that killed three Army jawans

Fresh encounter breaks out in Jammu and Kashmir's Kishtwar

A fresh encounter erupted in Kishtwar's higher reaches on Thursday as security forces engaged terrorists in dense forests. The ongoing operation,

Jabraj Singh on How Indias Power Grid Is Driving Inclusive Development

Once limited to food, water, and shelter, the idea of basic necessities has evolved with time, and in todays world, electricity stands firmly as

Hand Stencil In Indonesian Cave Seen As The Oldest-Known Rock Art

Painted outline of a hand found in cave on Muna island of Indonesia

Malavika Mohanan Faces Backlash Over Comments on Actresses' Lack of Talent

Malavika recently made her Tollywood debut in The Raja Saab, starring Prabhas. Her performance in the film was below average.

Russian President Putin's first response to invitation by Donald Trump for Peace Council, considers joining with $1 billion frozen asset offer

Russian President Vladimir Putin has responded to US President Donald Trump's invitation to join the Peace Council and had expressed Russia's wil

Dhurandhar meets Uri: Is Vicky Kaushal part of Aditya Dhars Dhurandhar 2? Viral speculation takes over social media

Dhurandhar 2 is generating buzz with Vicky Kaushal reportedly returning as Major Vihaan Shergill. This move suggests a larger cinematic universe

Anant Ambani dons Jacob & Co 'Vantara' watch, studded with 337 gems, while gold, alligator leather; it's price will shock you

Jacob and Co crafted a USD 1.5M 'Vantara' watch for Anant Ambani, featuring white gold, 397 gemstones, moving animals and a miniature 3D Ambani,

Parakram Diwas: Why it is celebrated

India marks the 128th birth anniversary of Netaji, recalling his courage, sacrifice and inspiring words

A total of 167 drug samples flagged as 'not of standard quality' in December 2025: Health Ministry

The list of NSQ and spurious drugs is put up on the CDSCO portal on a monthly basis as part of routine regulatory surveillance activity

AM Group Signs Landmark MoU with Uttar Pradesh Government to set up GW scale AI Compute Hub enabling Democratization of AI from Electron Agents to Intelligent Tokens

Rising Copper Demand and Indias Strategic Opportunity

This economic setback holds enormous significance in industrial and strategic terms for the country, especially at this critical juncture when tr

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Noida techie death: Fresh FIR against builders for flouting environment pollution laws

The FIR has been lodged even as a Special Investigation Team (SIT) formed by the Uttar Pradesh government on Thursday (January 22, 2026) continue

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Extreme accumulation of wealth in tech sector as billionaires take control of social media and AI: Oxfam Report

Oxfam released its Resisting the Rule of the Rich, Defending Freedom Against Billionaire Power report, analysingextreme wealth and power disparit

Varun Dhawan says Border 2 changed him 'for good', recalls how Sunny Deol's film took physical, emotional toll on him: 'Injuries, personal life changes'

Ahead of Border 2 release, Varun Dhawan recalls how working in Sunny Deol-starrer affected his personal and professional life.

When Governors Become Disruptors of Federalism: The Case of Tamil Nadu & Kerala

What happened in Tamil Nadu and Kerala is not a regional quarrel. It is a national warning, writes John J Kennedy.

Fresh Encounter Breaks Out In Jammu And Kashmirs Kishtwar

Jammu, Jan 22: A fresh encounter broke out between security forces and holed up terrorists during the ongoing search operation in the higher reac

Aamir Khan moves in with Gauri Spratt: I am already married

Mumbai: Bollywood superstar Aamir Khan and his girlfriend Gauri Spratt continue to make headlines ever since they made their relationship officia

NIT Warangal Chief Warden, Dog-catchers Booked for Inhumane Relocation of Dogs

The case follows a complaint by animal welfare activist, A Goutham, alleging that on January 17, the dog catchers used metal wires, dragged the d

Europe has to solve its defence problem. Now.

European leaders were warned at Davos that the US can no longer be relied on as Europes primary security guarantor, underlining the need for stro

Decision on joining Board of Peace after consultations with strategic partners: Putin

The Russian President also said he is not concerned about Mr. Trumps demand to acquire Greenland, which puts Denmark on edge and rocks the unity

Budget 2026: Government to hold all-party meeting on January 27 ahead of key Parliament session

Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiran Rijiju will hold an all-party meeting on January 27. This meeting precedes the upcoming Budget Session. The

SC Issues Notice To Delhi Govt On Plea Of LeT Terrorist Against Death Penalty In Red Fort Case

New Delhi, Jan 22: The Supreme Court on Thursday agreed to hear the curative plea of Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) terrorist Mohammad Arif against the de

India revises traffic rules: Drivers with five violations in one year could face 3 month licence suspension, check new regulations here

In India, drivers who commit five or more traffic violations in a year may have their driving licence suspended for three months. Common offences

Meta's new AI team delivered first key models internally this month, CTO says

Meta CTO Andrew Bosworth said the models built by its Meta Superintelligence Labs team, formed last year, showed a lot of promise

Karnataka Governor Gehlot reads just two lines of his address in Legislature session, CM calls it violation of Constitution

This is the third face-off between a governor and a state government in the past two days in non BJP-ruled states.

IBPS RRB PO Mains result 2025-26 out: Check how to download scorecard, direct link and what comes next

IBPS has released results for RRB PO Mains 2025-26 results on it official website. Candidates can check either check the result on the official w

FIR registered over cruel treatment of dogs at NIT Warangal

Hyderabad: A First Information Report (FIR) has been registered against the alleged cruel treatment of dogs at the National Institute of Technolo

P V Sindhu, Lakshya enter quarters of Indonesia Masters

Indian badminton stars PV Sindhu and Lakshya Sen have reached the quarterfinals of the Indonesia Masters. Both players secured dominant straight-

Republic Day 2026 | Green Humour by Rohan Chakravarty

Farida Jalal calls Aryan Khan's Netflix debut The Ba***ds of Bollywood 'good but could be better'

Veteran actress Farida Jalal reviewed Aryan Khan's Netflix debut The Bads of Bollywood, calling it 'good' but saying it 'could have been better.'

This book deep dives into Indias chutney traditions through stories, recipes and memory

Rushina Munshaw-Ghildiyals new book brings together 230-plus+ chutney recipes and essays from 120 regional food voices, mapping how India eats, r

Mangolpuri stabbing case: 1 killed; Delhi police arrests suspects

25-year-old Akash was stabbed to death on Wednesday

Netflix CEOs on back foot in defence of $83 billion Warner Bros bid

With the expensive deal hanging over its head, Netflix delivered a tepid revenue beat for what is usually one of its strongest quarters, and fore

Bengaluru Named Worlds Second Most Congested City in 2025

According to the report, Bengaluru recorded an average congestion level of 74.4 per cent in 2025, an increase of 1.7 percentage points compared t

Korean woman tourist alleges sexual molestation during frisking, bag checking at Bengaluru airport, staffer arrested

A South Korean national has filed a complaint, accusing a staff member of Airport of sexual harassment under the pretext of routine frisking, che

Govt Deputes J&K Accounts Officer To AIIMS Vijaypur For Three Years

JAMMU, Jan 22: The Jammu and Kashmir Government has deputed a member of the J&K Accounts (Gazetted) Service to the All India Institute of Medical

Mowgli Streaming Now: Deets Inside

The film was backed by People Media Factory.

Pope Leo Invited To Join Trump's Board Of Peace, Cardinal Says

Pope Leo XIV is evaluating the invitation

Markets jump 1% on easing global trade tensions; PSU Banks, Auto stocks shine

30-share BSE Sensex climbed 774.04 points, or 0.94%, to 82,683.67 in early trade; 50-share NSE Nifty rose 233.85 points, or 0.93%, to 25,391.35

Davos: UP secures green energy and manufacturing MoUs at WEF

On Day 3 of the WEF Annual Meeting 2026 in Davos, the Uttar Pradesh Government delegation held extensive strategic meetings with global and India

Hardest Job After PM's: Tharoor Lauds Gambhir, He Responds

Gambhir responded late last night and fleetingly touched upon some of the chatter that has dominated his tenure

Nagpur Student Killed By Neighbour Over Rejection. Murder Staged As Suicide

The investigation revealed that Prachi's neighbour, Shekhar Ajabrao Dhore, was in love with her, but she had rejected his advances.

Can Bharathapuzhariver in Kerala survive Maha Magha, dubbed Kumbh of the South?

The days leading up to the inauguration of its modern ode have been punctuated with religio-political tensions. Yet, beneath the spiritual, cultu

'Seen Russian spy ships...': More NATO exercises needed in Greenland, say UK & Denmark def ministers

Intel results to spotlight turnaround efforts as AI data centres boost chip demand

Intel shareholders are optimistic about the companys results like they have not been for many quarters

What Are the Latest Income Tax Slabs and How Do They Affect You?

The latest income tax slabs specify the tax rates applicable to different income levels for individuals in India. They also determine the income

Jujutsu Kaisen Season 3 Episode 4 release time, leaks and where to watch the Perfect Preparation episode in India and worldwide timings

Jujutsu Kaisen Season 3 Episode 4titled 'Perfect Preparation'is being teased as a cinematic landmark for the franchise. While the first three epi

Border 2 box office prediction day 1: Sunny Deol's film secures 5000 screens, to beat Dhurandhar, Chhaava's advance booking, will score above Rs 30 crore opening

With over 5000 screens, U/A certificate with no cuts, and round-the-clock screening, Sunny Deol, Diljit Dosanjh, Varun Dhawan, and Ahan Shetty-st

Watch: Israel carries out intense airstrikes on southern Lebanon

TTD halts Sarva Darshan token issuance for these days ahead of Ratha Saptami rush. Check full dates

Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams will suspend Sarva Darshan tokens from January 24 to 26. This measure is to manage the expected rush of devotees f

Nitin Nabin Rolls Out Bengal Strategy, Targets 15 Years Of Trinamool Rule

Newly appointed Bharatiya Janata Party national president Nitin Nabin has wasted little time in signalling his priorities, convening his first ma

WEF 2026: Nvidia boss sees 'trillions' in AI spending ahead

Nvidia boss Jensen Huang spoke at the World Economic Forum in Davos, where AI boosterism has been overshadowed by a transatlantic confrontation

Sinuses Blocked? Try These 6 Hacks To Drain Them For Instant Relief

Blocked sinuses cause pressure, discomfort and headaches. While nasal irrigation (like Neti pots) works for many, it's challenging for some peopl

AIIMS Delhi performs over 1,000 robotic surgeries in 13 months

The use of robotic surgery underscores AIIMS' commitment to enhancing patient care, enabling execution of complex surgical procedures with unmatc

High Ammonia levels in Yamuna hit Delhi water supply, DJB reports 25-50% drop at Wazirabad, Chandrawal plants

Delhi Jal Board (DJB) on Wednesday said that due to regular receipt of high pollutants in river Yamuna at Wazirabad pond, water production has be

Water Rises By 20 Feet In Maharashtra's Lonar Lake, Created By Meteorite Impact

Shocking reports have emerged regarding a steady rise in the water levels of the world-famous Lonar Lake in Maharashtra's Buldhana district. Taki

Australia Day terror plot foiled as PhD candidate Sepehr Saryazdi denied bail amid heightened security after Bondi terror attack

A Brisbane court has denied bail to Sepehr Saryazdi, a PhD candidate. He faces charges of preparing a terrorist act. Authorities allege Saryazdi

I-PAC Got Rs 13.5 Crore Loan From A Company That Doesn't Exist, Probe On

Political consultancy firm I-PAC received an unsecured loan of Rs 13.5 crore in 2021 from a firm based in Rohtak that, according to official publ

AP Liquor Scam: Vijayasai Reddy Appears Before ED

Investigators allege that during the YSRCP's tenure in Andhra Pradesh, funds amounting to Rs 3,500 crore were diverted through collections from l

Gambhir shares cryptic message in reply to Shashi Tharoor's 'hardest job after PM' remark amid his coaching style row

India coach Gautam Gambhir amusingly dismissed notions of having unlimited authority in team selections, responding to Shashi Tharoor's compariso

Women Are Losing Bone Strength Much Earlier Than Expected, Doctor Explains Why

Most women are unaware that their bones reach their maximum strength by about thirty years of age.

Trump's European threats could make it harder for future US leaders to repair ties

Donald Trump's actions have fractured decades-old alliances with Europe. His threats and demands have left nations charting independent courses.

After capacity creation, manufacturing looks to Budget 2026 for the next push

Union Budget: Indias manufacturing sector has moved from policy intent to capacity creation, with investment gaining pace across industries. As t

Bangladesh Launches Campaigns For First Post-Sheikh Hasina Polls

Bangladesh begins official campaigning on Thursday for hugely anticipated general elections next month, the first since the 2024 uprising ended t

Sanatana Dharma row: HC judgment 'wrong,' no place for judge's personal belief in ruling, says DMK

The ruling DMK has termed a Madras High Court judgment quashing an FIR against BJP's Amit Malviya as wrong, asserting that a judge's personal bel

Aamir Khan Compares Mahabharata to The Lord of the Rings

Aamir Khan emphasised that Mahabharata is not just another film for him, but a massive responsibility due to its deep cultural and emotional sign