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When trains become more than just a mode of transport

Pangalia, Ambrish help India U-19 beat SA U-19 in Youth ODI

India piled up a mammoth 301 in 50 overs with Pangalia slamming 93 (95 balls) and Ambrish hitting 65 off 79 deliveries after they were precarious

Anthony Joshua returns to Britain after car crash that killed two friends in Nigeria

Joshua sustained minor injuries and the two-time heavyweight champion was released from a hospital on Wednesday (December 31, 2025) after being d

NTR Police, Banks Join Hands To Curb Cyber Frauds

The meeting, held at the Police Commissioners Office, was chaired by city police commissioner S. V. Rajasekhar Babu and attended by general manag

Who will be next Venezuelan President and will US hold elections or 'install' a new head of state? Here's all about Donald Trump's claim of swearing in of new leader

Who will be next Venezuelan President and will US hold elections or install a new head of state remains unclear after Nicolas Maduro was captured

US Plans To 'Run' Venezuela And Tap Its Oil Reserves, Trump Says, After Operation To Oust Maduro

Trump revealed his plans to exploit the leadership void to fix the countrys oil infrastructure and sell large amounts of oil to other countries

State BJP Chief Says He Warned Fadnavis Against Ajit Pawar Tie-Up

Mr. Chavans remarks came a day after Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) national president and Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar alleged large-scale

MP pollution board probe found toxic water across Indore

A recent Union government assessment revealed significant disparities in potable water availability across rural Madhya Pradesh, with some distri

Trump Takes Huge Political Gamble In Venezuela Regime Change

Trump has railed against US entanglements abroad for years

Visakhapatnam Police Secure 69 Convictions In Seven Months

Deputy commissioner of police (Law and Order) Mary Prasanthi, addressing a press conference on Saturday, said the convictions included one death

AAP accuses Sood of mocking leaders from unauthorised colonies; BJP hits back

First picture shows Nicols Maduro blindfolded and handcuffed on uss Iwo Jima as Trump shares arrest photo

A first official photo shows Venezuelas former leader Nicols Maduro in US custody on a Navy ship. The image was shared by Donald Trump and confir

130 agent sheld in illegal immigration cases last year

MP residents seek culpable homicide case against guilty

Ten deaths in Indore's Bhagirathpura are linked to contaminated drinking water, with residents demanding accountability for negligence. A police

BJP and Congress clash over Indore tragedy, oppn netas detained

Political clashes erupted in Indore's Bhagirathpura as BJP and Congress workers confronted each other over contaminated water deaths. Police inte

Talks With Govt Fetched 13,000 Cr Worth Benefits: APNGGO

State general secretary D. V. Ramana said the NTR district unit held a special place in the association, having produced several prominent leader

Water contamination scare now in Gandhinagar, B'luru; gastrointestinal illness, typhoid cases see a spike

Sewage contamination of drinking water has led to a public health scare in Gandhinagar and Bengaluru, mirroring a crisis in Indore. Gandhinagar r

Understand How He Moved, Where He Lived: General Dan Caine reveals months of planning behind Maduro capture

After the recent arrest of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduros, Joint Chiefs Chairman General Dan Caine disclosed the operation that took months

USDP | The junta in civilian clothing

The party in Myanmar functions as a strategic instrument of the junta within a multi-party system where the military retains ultimate power throu

Grok user making illegal content will suffer same consequence as uploading such content: Elon Musk

Ministry of Electronics and IT has directed the U.S.-based social media firm to submit a detailed action taken report (ATR) within 72 hours from

NH-44 Stretch Fatalities Attributed To Golden Hour Delays

Crash data compiled under the Zero Fatality Corridor Programme by SaveLIFE Foundation shows that the stretch recorded 742 road crashes between Ja

Minister Zameer, MP Thukaram Extend Financial Aid to Ballari Firing Victims Family

Rajashekhar, a Congress worker, was killed in the firing incident that occurred during a group clash near the residence of Gangavathi MLA Gali Ja

Cops Bust Attention Diversion Gang, Four Arrested

The case came to light on December 28 after A. Venkatesh, an electrician from Asifnagar lodged a complaint with Mehdipatnam police, Chandra Mohan

Pakistans security establishment controls PoJK: UKPNP

Political repression, denial of democratic rights and deepening economic deprivation continue to define life in Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashm

Mahbub Reunites After Six Decades

The celebrations were graced by Air Marshal Madan Manek, an alumnus of the institution, as chief guest, along with P.L. Srinivas, president of th

JK Assembly budget session from Feb 02

Sinha to address House on first day; CM to present 2nd budget of UT; Session likely to be held in 2-parts Jammu Tawi, Jan 03:Lieutenant Governor

Portraits of Atal Bihari Vajpayee,Madan Mohan Malaviya unveiled in Delhi Assembly

Zohran Mamdani backs President Donald Trump over Venezuela attack or condemns military action? Here's his complete statement

Zohran Mamdani backs President Donald Trump over Venezuela attack or condemns military action? This explainer reviews Mamdanis statement, the US

Police serve notices on JNUSU members; union decries attack

Budget session 202627: Each MLA can submit 20 questions, 4 resolutions and two bills

Jammu Tawi, Jan 03: Each MLA can submit twenty questions, four resolutions, and two bills for the upcoming Budget Session of the Jammu and Kashmi

132/33 KV Airport Gannavaram Substation Set For Inauguration

Built at a cost of Rs 30.65 crore, the substation is equipped with two 50 MVA power transformers and advanced protection and control systems.

Delhi will be one of the best liveable cities in 2.5 years: Manoj Tiwari

DMs Advisory for courier, parcel services on Psychotropic substances

Jammu Tawi: In exercise of the powers conferred under Section 163 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita-2023 (BNSS) read with the relevant pr

Persons with disabilities raise issues on bollard placement plan by Chennai Corporation

J&K proposes incentives for revival of sick industries, stock exchange listing

Jammu Tawi, Jan 03:The Jammu & Kashmir Government has unveiled a draft amendment to its industrial policy 202130, proposing a slew of incentives

Cold wave grips Kashmir, Ladakh as mercury dips further

Light snowfall on Jan 6, fog in Jammu plains Srinagar, Jan 03:Cold conditions continued across Jammu and Kashmir on Saturday as most parts of the

House Scraps Two-Child Norm in Panchayat Polls

Assembly passes 4 Bills unanimously including PR Bill 2026

Two Madras University PhD scholars win awards for their dissertations on biological applications of nanotechnology

YSRC Accuses TTD, Govt For Temple Safety Lapses

Vishnu claimed the TTD Board and the government were more focused on facilitating VIP darshan during Vaikunta Ekadasi, a period marked by heavy p

Who is next as Nicolas Maduro is captured by US forces? Rubio says Cuba should be concerned

After Nicolas Maduro was captured, US leaders sent a strong warning to Cuba. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Havana should be concerned after

Fare Hike Confusion: Govt denies revision, commuters end up paying more

Transporters Say Fares To Rise From Jan-5 Across J&K Srinagar, Jan 03:Even as the government maintains that no official order has been issued reg

LG Kavinder launches Ladakh Sports Policy

Says Sports Policy includes 4% Job Reservation, scholarships, awards, cash incentives, promotions for outstanding sportspersons of Ladakh Leh, Ja

311 Drug peddlers held, Heroin worth Rs 60 Cr seized in 2025

Jammu Tawi, Jan 3: Police in Jammu arrested 311 drug peddlers, including 35 women, and seized heroin worth over Rs 60 crore as part of its relent

Women Groups Prepare Natural Pest Control, Nutrients

Training programmes are being conducted for farmers on the preparation and use of the solution, which is gaining popularity, especially in areas

JK surpasses national averages in Maternal & Child Health indicators

Jammu Tawi: From safer childbirths to healthier childhoods, Jammu & Kashmir is scripting a quiet healthcare success story, with sustained reforms

King Ke should make amends in the Maharashtra, Gujarat & Goa-Area Trophy

447 recruits inducted into BSF at Passing Out Parade

Jammu Tawi, Jan 3: A total of 447 recruits were inducted into the Border Security Force (BSF) during a Passing Out Parade held at the Subsidiary

Construction Work on Vital Bridge in Panchayat Nala hangs-in-balance

Ajay Sharma Sunderbani, Rajouri January 3: Notwithstanding the passage of years, the construction work on the vital bridge in Panchayat Nala in N

What is Don-roe Doctrine? Trump rebrands the Monroe Doctrine after Nicols Maduro is captured

Don-roe Doctrine: Donald Trump launched the Don-roe Doctrine during a Mar-a-Lago press conference after the capture of Venezuelan President Nicol

Bhogapuram Airport to Get First Validation Flight Today

The validation flight will assess navigation systems, runway readiness and overall operational preparedness of the airport.

CAG Warned of Water Contamination and Disease Outbreak in Indore and Bhopal 6 Years Ago

It shows lack of monitoring of filter plants at operational level as well as distribution level

Naidu Says Speed Paying Off With Investor Confidence in AP Going Up

This is a clear endorsement of the NDA alliance government and welcome news for the people of Andhra Pradesh, he underlined.

KKR remove Bangladesh star Mustafizur Rahman from squad following BCCI instruction

The BCCI has instructed the Kolkata Knight Riders to release Bangladeshi fast bowler Mustafizur Rahman from their IPL squad due to escalating ten

Airy has an air about him

The first observation using the Airy Transit Circle telescope, a device that functioned for over a hundred years, was taken on January 4, 1851! T

Over 25 crore retrieved by Cyber Crime Police Stations in Chennai last year

A Birthday Tribute to A R Rahman

Rahmans genius has never been about loud presence. It lies in restraint, in the spaces between notes, in melodies that unfold slowly and stay lon

Statewide Eye Care Clinics Soon: Health Minister

Day Care Cancer Centres had already been set up across the state

Metro peak-hour services stepped up on key stretch to meet growing demand

Trains are now operated every three minutes on Washermanpet to Alandur via Guindy, a part of corridor 1. Chennai Metro Rail now runs 752 trips a

From animal, bird and fish species to metal: The wild world of AFCON teams nicknames

African Cup teams draw inspiration from their nations' unique wildlife and rich histories for their nicknames. From the Atlas Lions of Morocco to

CSIR-IICT Chief Scientist Elected as Fellow of Indian Academy of Sciences

Dr Reddys research focuses on organic synthesis and drug discovery. His team has developed scalable processes for several active pharmaceutical i

Development a key focus, says Thrikkakara municipal chief

The idea is to focus on ten key goals and ensure they are met. These include improvements in waste management, ensuring a reliable and adequate w

Woman Kills Daughter-In-Law Over Dead Son's Government Job: Cops

A 60-year-old woman from Maharashtra's Thane district has been arrested for allegedly killing her daughter-in-law over a dispute involving a rail

PRLIS May Be Moved To Jurala If Hurdles Persist: Revanth

The Chief Minister tabled documents and government orders, stating that they showed how decisions taken during the BRS tenure weakened the states

FAIMA Relaunches 24x7 Mental Health Helpline for Medicos

The initiative is exclusively for medical professionals and offers free and completely confidential counselling services.

TTD Faces Flak Over Poor Footfalls Till Day 3 of 10-Day Vaikunta Dwara Darshan

Social media is abuzz with allegations that Supreme Court and High Court judges, ministers, MLAs, TTD board members and other protocol dignitarie

Power Bills to Have Customer Contacts

The bills will also prominently display Telangana alongside the TSSPDCL name, announced chairman and managing director Musharraf Faruqui.

Sankranti Sambaralu Begin in Godavari Villages

Varma said cockfighting was a traditional Sankranti sport reflecting rural culture and courage, and claimed that the event was conducted without

US Forces Capture Maduro in Overnight Raid; Trump Vows to Run the Country During Transition

Won't cost a penny: Trump says Venezuelan oil will fund US occupation after Maduro capture

IIT-BHU Duo Wins Top Prize for Portable Microscope at RISE 2026

The Rs.5 lakh top prize went to Arkya Jyoti Ghosh and Supratim Mahapatra, final-year biochemical engineering students from IIT (BHU), Varanasi, f

Officials review arrangements for International Kite and Sweet Festival

Were in the oil business: Trump signals expanded US oil sales after Maduro, wife captured

Nritya Kalanidhi award conferred on Urmila Satyanarayanan

19th Dance Festival begins at the Music Academy in Chennai

Govt Pushes Panel To Hold Civic Polls in Feb.

Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy has directed chief secretary K. Ramakrishna Rao to formally inform the commission that the government is prepared

Himachal Professor Suspended Over Sexual Assault Charge After Student Dies

Himachal Pradesh Government on Saturday suspended an assistant professor of the Government College, Dharamshala, in connection with the alleged s

Speed Monitoring Boosts Justice Delivery, Says DGP

As part of efforts to strengthen women and child safety, a new Women and Child Safety Wing has been set up at Tadepalli with enhanced surveillanc

Girl, 13, Gang-Raped By 3 Minors In Karnataka's Hubballi

A girl, barely 13 years old, has allegedly been gang-raped by three boys between the ages of 14 to 15 in Karnataka's Hubballi, police said on Sat

Trump Says US Oil Firms To Head Into Venezuela

President Donald Trump said Saturday he would allow American oil companies to head into Venezuela to tap its massive crude reserves after a US mi

Will run the country until safe, proper and judicious transition is possible, says Trump at press conference

Maduro and his wife have been indicted in the southern district of New York for their campaign of deadly narco-terrorism against the United State

Weather Forecast And Prayer Timings for Sunday, January 4, 2026

Partly cloudy sky. Fog/misty conditions very likely to prevail during morning hours. Mist /hazy conditions very likely to prevail during night ho

Farmer Welfare Top Priority, Says Atchannaidu

Atchannaidu described Andhra Pradesh as the Annapurna of the nation and said irrigation and agriculture were vital for the states growth.

EC asks citizens to download ECINet platform; calls for suggestions to improve app

'US going to run Venezuela until': Trump drops bombshell details of Capture Maduro operation

Machado Very Nice Woman, But Doesn't Have Respect To Run Venezuela: Trump

US President Donald Trump on Saturday brushed aside Nobel Peace Prize-winning opposition leader Maria Corina Machado as a potential interim leade

Traffic Signs Lost in Translation Creating Chaos

70 signs informatory signs meant to guide road users on facilities.

Why Social Security beneficiaries are growing anxious as bankruptcy fears intensify

Millions of Americans are worried about Social Security as money problems grow. The program is not ending, but future payments may be smaller. Ex

NETA NATTER | KCR To Set Record As Absentee Member Of Assembly

Malkajgiri MP Etala Rajendar left everyone scratching their heads at a cheerful felicitation of recently elected sarpanches and upa sarpanches fr

Harish Slams Revanth For Abusive Language, Seeks Apology

It is highly unfortunate that the Speaker sat through silently through this flood of verbal abuse: Harish Rao

Top Court Verdict On Bail Plea Of Umar Khalid In Delhi Riots Case On Monday

The Supreme Court will deliver its verdict on the bail pleas of activists Umar Khalid, Sharjeel Imam, and others accused in the 2020 Delhi riots

Women Farmers Inaugurate Udyan Utsav 2026

Udyan Utsav 2026 features 50 thematic stalls with nearly 120 exhibitors showcasing agricultural innovation, entrepreneurship and sustainable prac

NIMS Doctors Heal Rare Heart Disorder in Two Patients

The patients were suffering from persistent ventricular premature contractions (VPCs), presenting as ventricular bigeminy a condition in which n