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9,550 kg of explosives seized in Rajasthan, man arrested; Central agencies likely to get involved

Besides ammonium nitrate, police also seized a large quantity of explosive accessories, including nine cartons of detonators, 12 cartons and 15 b

Demand for vintage car museum seems justified

It will be excellent if a museum comes up and gives the public an opportunity to see these cars at any time at their convenience

Maduro raid: Trump says US used secret weapon to disable Venezuelan defences

Washington: President Donald Trump said the US used a secret weapon he called The Discombobulator to disable Venezuelan equipment when the US cap

Holding us all to ransom

The possibility of delivery workers going on strike again should be a warning that we need more apps that can bring products to consumers faster

Morning Digest: India to display military might, growth story at 77th Republic Day parade; Fresh security encounter breaks out in J&K, and more

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Rock climber Alex Honnold scales Taipei 101 skyscraper without ropes

Cheers erupted from a gathered crowd as he started climbing the 508-metre (1667-foot) tower using the horizontal metal beams to pull himself up w

Indonesia landslide: Rescuers race to find dozens missing in Java

The landslide roared down the slopes of Mount Burangrang in West Java province on Saturday, burying some 34 houses in Pasir Langu village; 79 peo

Russia launches biggest aerial attack on Ukraine hours after talks

Overnight, Ukraines air force reported widespread missile and drone launches.In Kyiv, the strikes killed at least one person and injured four oth

Cathy Freeman receives highest honour: Former Olympic Gold medallist recognised in Australia Day Honours list; all about her life, career and key achievements

Australian Olympic sprinter Cathy Freeman receives the nation's highest honour, a Companion of the Order of Australia. This award recognises her

Goa nightclub fire case: Club generated Rs 22 cr as proceeds of crime, says ED

The federal probe agency conducted raids in Goa, Delhi, and Haryana on January 23 against Birch by Romeo Lane club and its promoters, including b

Carney: No China Free Trade Deal for Canada

Carney said his recent agreement with China merely cuts tariffs on a few sectors that were recently hit with tariffs

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio extends Republic Day greeting to India, praises Quad connect

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio extended Republic Day wishes to India, highlighting the eal results of the US-India relationship through coope

Mazda Races to Two Titles in Pune

Mazdayar ruled the roost in the INAC 3 Open category and the INAC 2 Upto 1450cc category. Mazdayar drove the AutoHaus Suzuki Swift to victory.

Obama Condemns Killing of US Citizen by Federal Agents

Obama highlighted widespread outrage over the conduct of masked federal agents, accusing them of acting without accountability

Telanganas stunning rise and its unhinged growth

However, data on this achievement point to the need for policies to be formulated to spread the fruits of growth across the State

SC unsure where it stands on key issues, says Justice Muralidhar at HLF

Hyderabad:The Aravallis judgement and its rollback shows that the Supreme Court is unsure about where it stands on certain issues, Justice S Mura

Happy Republic Day 2026: 70+ wishes, quotes & messages to inspire everyone

India Republic Day: Republic Day, celebrated on January 26th, marks the adoption of India's Constitution and honours democracy, unity, and patrio

Iran unveils mural warning of retaliation if U.S. conducts a military strike

Tension between the U.S. and Iran has spiked in the wake of a brutal crackdown on nationwide protests that saw thousands of people killed and ten

At least 25 killed in attack by Islamic State-backed group in eastern Congo

A militant group linked to the Islamic State has attacked eastern Congo, killing at least 25 people

Republic Day 2026: Wishes, Quotes, And Messages To Share With Friends And Family

India is celebrating its 77th Republic Day on January 26, 2026, honouring the adoption of the Constitution.

Investing for high priority goals

You should keep your equity allocation in high priority goals to less than 50%, reducing it to under 30% in the last five years of the time horiz

Trump, unbowed by backlash to Minneapolis shooting, blames Democrats for chaos

Mr. Trump said that Democrats had encouraged people to obstruct law enforcement operations; he also called on Minnesota officials to work with im

Ferry with more than 350 people sinks in Philippines, leaving at least 13 dead, dozens missing

A ferry carrying over 350 people sank near an island in the southern Philippines early Monday. Rescuers have saved at least 244 passengers and re

Nizams Kin Seeks Unsealing of Historical Land Records Amid Bala Sai Baba Trust Dispute

He argued that over decades, vast tracts of land historically linked to princely estates had been taken into government control or transferred to

Trump says US used secret weapon 'The Discombobulator' to disable Venezuelan equipment in Maduro raid

President Donald Trump disclosed the use of a secret weapon, 'The Discombobulator', during Nicolas Maduro's capture. This device reportedly disab

Republic Day 2026 Live Updates: Nation Celebrates 77th Republic Day, Parade To Begin At 10:30 AM

77th Republic Day Celebration Live: India will mark its 77th Republic Day today, with President Droupadi Murmu presiding over the grand festiviti

BAI plans exchange programme with Asian nations to boost junior badminton

New Delhi, Jan 25: The Badminton Association of India (BAI) is set to roll out an exchange programme with leading Asian nations to improve the sk

Forest Watcher Fends off Bear with Cub

Battle with bear and sightings of big cats mark tiger estimation

California Burritos Mueller on growth, being an American Marwadi, and overcharging by food delivery platforms

The founder of Indias largest Mexican food chain on why he refused to Indianise his menu, how 400 farmers found him on Instagram, and why more co

150 Years Of 'Vande Mataram' And Military Might At Republic Day Parade Today: 10 Points

As India celebrates its 77th Republic Day today, President Droupadi Murmu will preside over the parade in Delhi's Kartavya Path. European Council

A useful cover with hidden flaws

Real advantages such as reduced waiting periods aside, group policies exist only because your bank or retirees association has chosen to tie up w

Massive winter storm freezes much of US, forces 11,000 flight cancellations

A massive winter storm brought sleet, freezing rain, and snow across the U.S., causing widespread power outages and halting travel. Subzero tempe

77th Republic Day 2026 LIVE: India to display military might, growth story at Republic Day parade

Security has been tightened along the India-Nepal border following specific intelligence received by the Sashastra Seema Bal regarding possible a

ED attaches 37 properties of Pearl Agro

Enforcement Directorate has attached properties worth Rs 2,000 crore in Ludhiana and Jaipur, bringing the total attachment in the Pearl Agro Corp

PM Carney says Canada has no plans to pursue free trade agreement with China as Trump threatens tariffs

Canada denies plans for a free trade deal with China. Prime Minister Mark Carney clarifies recent agreements only address specific tariff issues.

Winter storm grips much of US in snow, ice, Arctic cold

A massive winter storm is impacting over 118 million Americans with heavy snow, sleet, and freezing rain. Bitter cold grips the nation east of th

150 Years Of 'Vande Mataram' And Military Might At R-Day Parade: 10 Points

As India celebrates its 77th Republic Day today, President Droupadi Murmu will preside over the parade in Delhi's Kartavya Path. European Council

Republic Day Parade 2026 Live: India to showcase military might and growth story at Republic Day 2026 parade

Ferry carrying more than 350 people sinks in southern Philippines and rescuers have saved 215

Search and rescue efforts were being done in good weather off Basilan province by the Philippine coast guard and navy, along with a fleet of fish

IndiGo cancels Tbilisi, Almaty, Tashkent and Baku flights

Rising tensions around Iran are impacting Indian aviation, leading IndiGo to cancel several services and implement refuelling halts. Air India is

Super Bowl 2026: Which teams are playing in NFL summit game Super Bowl LX? Who can be the Most Valuable Player or MVP?

Super Bowl 2026: It will be New England Patriots' first Super Bowl appearance since the glory days of predecessor Tom Brady as countdown begins f

UGC issues new rules to curb caste bias as plaints up 118%

The University Grants Commission has introduced new regulations to combat caste-based discrimination on Indian campuses, with institutions now di

LUB seeks extension of NCSS, new industrial package for J&K MSMEs

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Jan 25: A deputation of Laghu Udyog Bharati (LUB), Jammu & Kashmir, met the Union Home Secretary at New Delhi and

Testing of digital boards displaying details of bus services completed at 18 locations

The MTC plans to install the boards at 616 locations including 500 bus stops, and 71 main terminals.

16th National Voters Day celebrated at Ripon Buildings

Certificates of appreciation and shields were presented to students who won competitions

FRAs hold meet, discuss issues

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Jan 25: In order to discuss their issues, a meeting of working committee of Federation of Retailers Associations (

Fruit growers call for compensation of losses

Irfan Tramboo SRINAGAR, Jan 25: Stating that the Horticulture sector is facing a deep crisis, the Kashmir Valley Fruit Growers Cum Dealers Union

Joint convention of trade unions organised

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Jan 25: A joint one day convention of Trade Unions and mass organisations was held here, today to deliberate upon

Lalu in back seat, Tejashwi is RJD's working president

Tejashwi Yadav has been appointed RJD's national working president, signaling a generational shift in the party. He vowed to challenge the BJP na

Abhishek, Suryakumar blaze fifties as India hammer NZ to seal T20I series 3-0

GUWAHATI, Jan 25: Abhishek Sharma produced a breathtaking 12-ball fifty while skipper Suryakumar Yadav continued his sublime touch with another a

Uttar Pradesh Diwas celebrated in Singapore with show of culture, traditions and artwork

SINGAPORE, Jan 25 : The culture, traditions and artwork of Uttar Pradesh were showcased at the Indian High Commission in Singapore to celebrate t

Budget 2026: India Inc may get income tax exemptions for deploying CSR funds into vocational training

Union Budget: The government is considering income tax exemptions for companies that deploy CSR funds toward vocational training to boost private

Beyond the Parade Where are we heading as a Republic?

Maj Gen Sanjeev Dogra (Retd.) sanjeev662006@gmail.com In Jammu and Kashmir, the Republic is not merely a word spoken from a podium. It is a lived

Living Constitution

Chethan Prabhakar chetanprabhakarassociates@gmail.com On January 26, India does not merely commemorate a date. It renews a responsibility. The Co

Super Bowl 2026: Where will the Super Bowl be in 2026? When is the super bowl 2026?

Super Bowl 2026 week will unfold across several days in the Bay Area, with the game itself serving as the final act in a tightly coordinated mix

50,000 killed in 1948 police action: Historian jolts HLF audience

Hyderabad:As many as 50,000 Muslims were killed and nearly 100,000 migrated to other parts of the world after the 1948 police action in Hyderabad

Myanmar holds final election round amid armys assured control

Yangon, Jan 25: Myanmar concluded the final round of its three-stage general election on Sunday, finalizing a process that has already guaranteed

Trumps Shifting Stand at Davos Confuses Nato and European Leaders

By T N Ashok NEW YOTK: When President Donald Trump stood before the assembled worthies of global capitalism in Davos last week to discuss his de

Next generation should protect Tamil culture, learn traditional music, dance, says Muruganandam

Super Bowl 2026: Who will be performing on February 8? Why is President Donald Trump calling halftime act absolutely ridiculous?

Super Bowl has been the most-viewed event in the United States every year for decades. Last year's game averaged nearly 130 million viewers in th

Snowfall, rain in Kashmir, train services restored

Excelsior Correspondent Srinagar, Jan 25: Parts of Kashmir valley experienced light rain and snowfall today, causing temperatures to drop further

Indian communitys rich cultural heritage in Shanghai showcased ahead of R-Day

BEIJING, Jan 25 : Indian Consulate General of Shanghai Pratik Mathur together with the Historical Society of China curated an event deep diving i

Terror centres destroyed, terrorists met their end in Op Sindoor: Prez

India messenger of peace in conflict-ridden world NEW DELHI, Jan 25: Amidst geopolitical tensions escalating across multiple continents, Presiden

Cabinet cleared Pakistans entry into Gaza Board of Peace, says PM Shehbaz Sharif

LONDON, Jan 25 : Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said the federal cabinet had authorised him to join the US-led Board of Peace, expressin

HC reprimands Govt over repeated revising of seniority in Police

Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, Jan 25: The High Court has reprimanded the Government and Police authorities by repeatedly revising and reframi

Body found by cops not that of wife, man acquitted after 8 years

A man jailed for eight years for his wife's murder has been acquitted. The court found critical flaws, including doubts about the recovered body'

PM hails Kashmiri youth for making village tobacco-free

Irfan Tramboo SRINAGAR, Jan 25: Prime Minister Narendra Modi today cited the efforts of a youth from South Kashmirs Anantnag district for mobilis

Ladakh Admn announces State Awards to 13 individuals, organizations

Mohd Hussain Khaloo gets LG Gold Medal Excelsior Correspondent LEH, Jan 25: The Union Territory Administration of Ladakh has announced the recipi

Nepali Congress wins 9 seats, emerges as largest party in upper house

KATHMANDU, Jan 25: Nepali Congress party has bagged nine seats followed by CPN-UML with eight and Lokatantrik Samajwadi Party with one seat in Su

Halal hustle: Muslim ventures target minority consumers

Muslim entrepreneurs in India are addressing everyday needs, from professional development for women and Sharia-compliant investments to modest f

SR College launches IAS 2026 Prelims Test Series

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Jan 25: SR College of Competitions, Gandhi Nagar, Jammu, today launched its IAS 2026 Prelims Test Series, which ha

Sanskrit Pathshalla organized for children by JYBT

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU Jan 25: In a significant initiative to promote the rich heritage of Sanatan Dharma among the younger generation and

SKUAST-Jammu VC along with Director Extension visit KVK Kathua

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Jan 25: The Vice Chancellor, Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology of Jammu (SKUAST-Ja

HC orders promotions in administrative cadre

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Jan 25: The High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh has ordered promotions in its administrative cadre following

R-Day honours: Ashoka Chakra for space hero Shubhanshu Shukla; Shaurya Chakra for 2 women Navy officers

NEW DELHI, Jan 25 : Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, who created history by becoming the first Indian to set foot on the International Space Stat

Billawar police recovers minor girl within 6 days from Hyderabad

Excelsior Correspondent KATHUA, Jan 25: Kathua police has recovered a missing minor girl within six days whose report was registered at Police St

Presidents address motivates every citizen to uphold constitutional ideals: PM Modi

NEW DELHI, Jan 25 : Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday said President Droupadi Murmus Republic Day eve address to the nation motivates every

Rana reviews development progress in Poonch

Excelsior Correspondent POONCH, Jan 25: Minister for Jal Shakti, Forest, Ecology & Environment, and Tribal Affairs, Javed Ahmed Rana, today chair

Magistrate cannot be a judge in his own cause: Supreme Court

The Supreme Court has ruled that a judge cannot preside over a case involving themselves, quashing proceedings against a railway official. A spec

Bhajan-clubbing no less than global concerts, says PM

Prime Minister Modi lauded the youth's 'bhajan-clubbing' trend, a modern fusion of devotion and culture resonating with Gen Z, comparing it to gl

India growing despite global uncertainties: Prez

President Droupadi Murmu paid tribute to the Constitution's makers, highlighting its role in national unity and patriotism, exemplified by 'Vande

Padma award for living root bridge guardian Hally War

Our Bureau SHILLONG/GUWAHATI, Jan 25: The President of India has approved the conferment of the Padma Shri Award 2026 to Hally War from Siej vill

Every 20 mins, an Indian caught trying to enter US

Despite an aggressive crackdown, one Indian was apprehended at the US border every 20 minutes in 2025. While numbers dropped from the previous ye

KSU warns locals against aiding Bdeshi infiltrators

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Jan 25: The Khasi Students Union (KSU) on Sunday issued a stern warning to residents in border areas, cautioning them a

KSU asks govt to come clean on ILP-like mechanism

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Jan 25: The Khasi Students Union (KSU) on Saturday objected to Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangmas remarks regarding oppos

R-Day: Security tightened across Eastern Range

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Jan 25: Meghalaya Police has intensified security measures throughout the Eastern Range in view of the Republic Day cel

USTM funds linked to Al-Qaeda group, claims Himanta

From Our Special Correspondent GUWAHATI, Jan 25: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Sunday resumed his tirade against University of Scie

Fatal mishap on NH-127 sparks outcry; contractors under fire

Absence of safety signs blamed for highway fatality Our Bureau DAINADUBI/TURA, Jan 25: The accidental death of a youth on the upcoming Dainadubi-

Experts highlight evolving career pathways in biotechnology

Careers in biotechnology are shaped by human-centric innovation, sustainability, and interdisciplinary skills, say speakers at webinar on Careers

EKH bags Best Election Dist award

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Jan 25: In recognition of the districts impressive planning and delivery in conduct of elections, East Khasi Hills has