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US govt's partial shutdown seems increasingly likely as Democrats demand ICE changes

A government shutdown looms as Senate Democrats demand reforms from the Department of Homeland Security. They seek an enforceable code of conduct

Morning Brief Podcast: Why are Music Labels Buying Into Film Companies?

US, Mexico agree to begin talks on USMCA reforms, timing unclear

United States and Mexico will begin formal talks on reforming the USMCA trade pact. Discussions will focus on stronger rules for industrial goods

Celebs mourn Ajit Pawars tragic demise

Many whos who from the entertainment industry mourned the loss of Ajit Pawar, the Deputy Chief Minister of Maharashtra, who passed away in a trag

From left, actors Mona Singh, Anya Singh, Medha Rana and Sonam Bajwa during a get-together of Border 2 team

From left, actors Mona Singh, Anya Singh, Medha Rana and Sonam Bajwa during a get-together of Border 2 team in Mumbai, on Tuesday. (PTI)

Jolie highlights plight of Iranian child after mothers death

Hollywood star and humanitarian Angelina Jolie has drawn attention to the human cost of the protests in Iran, sharing a poignant image of a seven

IBM stock price today jumps over 7% after IBM earnings beat estimates AI software growth and big acquisitions spark investor frenzy

IBM stock price today: IBM shares surged over 7% after the tech giant announced robust fourth-quarter earnings, surpassing Wall Street's expectat

Why should WB SIR order not be applied to TN, SC asks EC

PM Modi to set vision for Indias global role at ET NOW Business Summit in February

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will deliver the keynote address at the ET NOW Global Business Summit 2026, focusing on India's expanding global foo

India protects mass-market cars, dairy and staples in EU trade pact

India and the European Union have finalized a free trade agreement. Key sectors like mass market cars and farm produce are protected. Duty conces

Government weighs raising EPFO wage ceiling to Rs 25,000 a month

The government is considering a significant increase in the EPFO wage ceiling to Rs 25,000 from Rs 15,000, aiming to extend social security to mo

At 7.8%, December IIP growth zooms to over two-year high

India's industrial output surged to a 26-month high of 7.8% in December, propelled by robust manufacturing activity, GST rationalization, and a l

Is silver price dream run over and will it start to fall now? Here's all we know and what should investors do now

Is silver price dream run over and will it start to fall now? Spot silver remained stable after hitting record highs. Gold, platinum, and palladi

Can someone convert to avail minority quota: SC

Bangladesh Feb 12 polls face uncertainty amid US pullback

WASHINGTON, Jan 28: Uncertainty is increasing over Bangladeshs February 12 elections as US engagement declines and support for democratic institu

EU seeking new trade partnerships

BRUSSELS, Jan 28: The European Unions ambitious free trade agreement with India highlights Brussels drive to forge new global partnerships as lon

Tensions rise as Mideast fears US strike on Iran

DUBAI, Jan 28: A month after protests erupted in Iran, concerns over a potential U.S. strike are growing across the Middle East. The unrest, spar

Russia-Ukraine conflict casualties may top two million

Kyiv, Jan 28: A new report from the Centre for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) warned that combined casualties in Russias war on Ukrai

FTA to open vast opportunities for Indias youth: PM

ICE Cold Killers: Paris Protesters Rally Against US Immigration Crackdown

Dozens of protesters rallied in Paris on Wednesday against US President Donald Trump's immigration crackdown, voicing horror and fear after a sec

Why has gold price touched $5,400 mark and will it rise further to $6,000 sooner than you can imagine? Precious metals record rally explained. Here's what should investors do now

Gold has reached $5,400 per ounce amid economic uncertainty and geopolitical tensions. Investors are watching closely as the Federal Reserve keep

Two heritage structures in Egmore IOG to undergo much-needed makeover

The ante natal outpatient block and the Gifford School are set to undergo major restorationat a cost of 11.02 crore by February-end; Officials sa

Guindy station redevelopment nearing completion, says Southern Railway

Facilities, including new toilets, lifts and parking, have been built under the Centres Amrit Bharat Station scheme; a footbridge for EMU passeng

Jammu State is a necessity

Chanakya Charan Dass Tikri Sham Lal Sharma, the BJP Legislator from Jammu North, has set a cat among the pigeons by seeking the creation of Jammu

Enhanced India-EU Partnership Strengthens in a Fractured World

Asad Mirza asad.mirza.nd@gmail.com In todays fractured world, fissures caused mostly by the ongoing Trumpomania, every nation is working post has

TSLA stock price: Why Tesla stock is surging today strong earnings, $2 billion xAI investment, and Cybercab production outlook

TSLA stock price: Tesla shares surged following a $2 billion investment in Elon Musk's AI venture, xAI, and confirmation of its Cybercab robotaxi

From Marks to Mindfulness

Making Social-Emotional Learning the Spine of Indian Schooling Dr. Dushyant Pradeep dushyant3186@gmail.com For decades, the image of a good stude

The Pitt Season 2 Episode 4 release time, schedule and how to watch on HBO Max: Global streaming timings for all regions

The Pitt Season 2 Episode 4 release time, schedule and how to watch explains when the new episode airs, where to stream it, full season schedule,

J&K Republic Day Tableau secures second position at National Level

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Jan 28: The Jammu and Kashmir Republic Day Tableau has secured an impressive second position at the National Level

World saw valour of Armed Forces when they destroyed terror camps through Op Sindoor: Prez

India proved power can be used with responsibility, wisdom *Urges MPs to take united stand on national interest issues NEW DELHI, Jan 28: Preside

Dubes marauding fifty in vain as NZ beat India by 50 runs

VISAKHAPATNAM, Jan 28: Shivam Dube flickered brightly with a fifty of exceptional quality but it was insufficient to prevent Indias 50-run defeat

Oppn braces up to corner Govt in Assembly; Cong says will stick to alliance dharma

NC, BJP, Cong, PDP Legislature Parties to meet ahead of session Sanjeev Pargal JAMMU, Jan 28: The Opposition BJP is bracing up to corner Omar Abd

India ready for larger global role in AI-led climate action: Dr Jitendra

Excelsior Correspondent NEW DELHI, Jan 28: Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology and Earth Sciences, Dr Jitendr

J&K UT Open Chess Cship begins

Excelsior Sports Correspondent JAMMU, Jan 28: Education Minister Sakina Itoo inaugurated the J&K UT Open Chess Championship at IDPS School, Sunjw

CS reviews yatra preparedness in 15th HLC of SASB

*Assesses roadmap to strengthen disaster preparedness Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Jan 28: Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo today chaired the 15th

Avalanche hits Sonamarg, landslide kills around 7 dozen livestock in Kishtwar

*NH-44 restored fully, flights resume at Sgr Irfan Tramboo/Govind Sharma SRINAGAR/JAMMU, Jan 28: Normalcy began returning across Jammu and Kashmi

J&K shines at 3rd President Cup Natl Karate Cship

Excelsior Sports Correspondent JAMMU, Jan 28: Karatekas of Jammu and Kashmir Renmei Goju Ryu Karate-Do Federation brought laurels by delivering a

Maha Dy CM Ajit Pawar killed in plane crash at Baramati airport

Pilot, co-pilot, 2 others also dead BARAMATI, Jan 28: Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar and four other persons on board a chartered ai

Brisk Start With 902 Nominations For Municipal Elections

At least 890 candidates have filed 902 nominations across Telangana on Wednesday

Ampati, Mi Kari festival-ko sokachakna tarisoenga

AMPATI: South West Garo Hills-ni District Administration, Tourism Department aro Arts & Culture Department baksa nangrimenba salgnina Mi Kari, wi

Secretary RDD assesses performance of PIAs under Himayat 2.0

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Jan 28: Secretary, Rural Development Department (RDD) and Panchayati Raj, Mohammad Aijaz Asad, today reviewed the

CM Seeks Centres Intervention For Release Of Nine AP Fishermen

Due to adverse weather conditions and strong ocean currents, the boat inadvertently crossed into Bangladeshi waters

GHYS, niamgri songdongenggiparangko amsandichina dabia

Baghmara: Garo Hills Youth Solidarity (GHYS), Rongara Unit aro Nongalbibra Unit, district-o niamgri dongenggipa gipin jatrangko sandi-niroke wata

Baghmara Tyisam Festival-ko Timothy D Shira abachengate ona

BAGHMARA: Bilsi anti ongatrongbaenga gitan ia bilsioba South Garo Hills-ni skotong songjinma Baghamara-o nitobegipa Simsang chirikam anchengo sal

Javed Rana visits border villages of Mendhar, reviews development works

Excelsior Correspondent MENDHAR, Jan 28: Minister for Jal Shakti, Forest, Ecology & Environment and Tribal Affairs, Javed Ahmed Rana, today under

Cabinet Nod For Plans To Boost Infra, Healthcare, Energy, Sports

The cabinet enhanced the loan limit for APSBCL by 11,850 crore to fund SC/ST and BC welfare programmes.

Modern warfare not limited to borders, battles also being fought in codes, clouds: PM

NEW DELHI, Jan 28 : Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday said Operation Sindoor reaffirmed Indias strength and the valour of its armed force

Canada keen to fast-track launch of FTA talks: Official

NEW DELHI, Jan 28 : Canada has expressed its desire to expedite the process to formally begin negotiations for a free trade agreement (FTA), an o

Indian-origin man charged with womans murder in London

LONDON, Jan 28 : A 57-year-old Indian-origin man appeared in a UK court on Wednesday charged with the murder of a woman at a home in Ilford, east

WGH-o niamgri chalaienggipa itta karkana, roong quarry-rangko chipata

TURA: Divisonal Forest Officer (DFO), Territorial Division-ni, West aro South Garo Hills ajani dingtang dingtang jolrango niamgri chalaienggipa k

Two Punjab villages ban kite flying over deaths, injuries due to Chinese manjha

CHANDIGARH, Jan 28: Two gram panchayats in Sangrur and Bathinda districts in Punjab have decided to ban kite flying in their villages in the wake

Russian UAC, Indian HAL companies sign agreement on production of SJ-100 aircraft

MOSCOW, Jan 28 : Russias United Aircraft Corporation (UAC, part of the Rostec state corporation) and Indian state corporation Hindustan Aeronauti

No reason for India to recall family members of its diplomats from Bdesh: Foreign Adviser

DHAKA, Jan 28 : Bangladeshs Foreign Affairs Adviser Md Touhid Hossain on Wednesday said that there was no reason for India to recall family membe

Birthplace of Lala Lajpat Rai at Dhudike to be developed as model village: Bhagwant Mann

MOGA (Punjab), Jan 28 : Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann on Wednesday announced that Lala Lajpat Rais birthplace in Dhudike will be transforme

ISISK ine akanggipa Achikrangko kamikkenatani poster tapa

Dosi dakgipani kosako jaku dena police kadongata TURA: Reanggipa January 9 tariko Rajabalani Goalgaon-o saksa ACHIK activist ACHIK activist, Dils

God, governed by devotion

Tough New Rules On Waste Management

Hyderabad gets 18 months to clean up its act, fall in line

No need for physical Aadhaar copies as new app enables digital verification

Sentenced to Be a Hero Episode 4 release time, schedule, what to expect and how to watch: Global streaming timings for all regions

Sentenced to Be a Hero Episode 4 release time, schedule, what to expect and how to watch details are now confirmed. The episode will stream on Ja

Stray dog info an eyewash, states fudging data: SC

Where are the Career Counsellors?

Editor, The recent CBSE circular dated January 19, 2026, mandating the appointment of career counsellors in every one of its schools, addresses a

Going beyond the GSDP Hype

Governor CH Vijayashankar announced on Republic Day that Meghalayas Gross State Domestic Product (GSDP) recorded a real growth of 9.66 % in the f

Naidu Announces Super-speciality Hospital For Every Constituency From April

The Chief Minister said health screening would be conducted for 72.73 lakh people as part of a citizen health screening drive.

Ponguleti Says New App To Resolve Prohibited Land Issues in 2 Months

The minister reiterated that the Bhudhaar card system will bring all land boundaries and details onto a single platform

MSFT stock price today: Why is Microsoft stock falling despite strong earnings? Here's whats worrying investors

MSFT stock price: Microsoft shares declined in extended trading despite a strong second-quarter earnings beat, as investors prioritized rising AI

Revanth To Campaign For 6 Days From Feb. 4

A tentative schedule has been drawn up and will be finalised after the Chief Ministers return from his US trip on February 2.

ED Attaches 1,800 Crore In Anil Ambani Case As Total Assets Attached Hits 12,000 cr

The fresh attachment includes the shareholding of Reliance Infrastructure Limited in BSES Yamuna Power Limited, BSES Rajdhani Power Limited and M

SC Flags Protests Over Karthigai Deepam order

The apex court directed the state government to file a status report and posted the matter for further hearing on February 2.

Ramchander Rao Targets 60% Winnings In Municipal Polls

Ramchander Rao accused the Congress and BRS of depending solely on the Muslim vote bank

Jujutsu Kaisen Season 3 Episode 5 release time, what to expect and how to watch: Global streaming timings for all regions

Jujutsu Kaisen Season 3 Episode 5 release time, what to expect and how to watch details the global release schedule, streaming platforms, recap o

Fire Breaks Out At Idol Makers Godown

Two fire tenders managed to bring the blaze under control after one hour

AIG Launches Indias First H. pylori Test

Non-Invasive breath test targets undiagnosed gastric infections

Surprising that Indian batters spin play has gone down in Tests: Ian Smith

New Delhi, Jan 28: Cricketer-turned broadcaster Ian Smith remains surprised about New Zealands watershed 3-0 Test series win in India in late 202

Police probe provocative poster as tension grips GH

Govt warns against communal Incitement after discovery of alleged ISIS-K poster threatening Garo community Our Bureau TURA/SHILLONG, Jan 28: Auth

Living root bridges near World Heritage status

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Jan 28: Meghalayas ancient indigenous engineering is one step closer to global immortality as India officially submitte

Ahead of T20 WC, Sundar resumes batting

Visakhapatnam, Jan 28: In what comes as an encouraging development for India ahead of next months T20 World Cup, off-spin bowling all-rounder Was

Rohit pins Indias T20 WC hopes on Arshdeep, Hardik

New Delhi, Jan 28: T20 World Cup-winning captain Rohit Sharma reckons all-rounder Hardik Pandya and left-arm seamer Arshdeep Singh will hold the

KSU gives extra days to MPSC to enforce reforms

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Jan 28: The Khasi Students Union (KSU) has agreed to grant some extra days to the Meghalaya Public Service Commission (

ED Details 91 Illegal Assets in Nayeem Property Case

The investigation was initiated following an FIR registered by Telangana police against Md. Abdul Faheem, Haseena Begum, Pasham Srinivas, Md. Abd

RCB look to seal final berth in clash against depleted UP

WPL 2026 Vadodara, Jan 28: Table-toppers Royal Challengers Bengaluru will look to make amends with the bat after two consecutive defeats and lock

AP Govt Mulls Guidelines to Keep Minors Off Social Media

Lokesh advised officials to study the regulations in countries like Singapore, Australia, Malaysia and France vis--vis childrens access to social

HYC moves CM, seeks cultural centre at Khyndai Lad to preserve heritage

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Jan 28: The Hynniewtrep Youth Council (HYC) has urged the Meghalaya government to set up a dedicated public cultural ce

Gukesh loses again; Arjun draws easy

Tata Steel Masters Wijk Aan Zee (The Netherlands), Jan 28: World Champion D Gukesh suffered yet another defeat in the Tata Steel Masters, this ti

Union Budget: Congress Asks Central Govt To Do Justice For Telangana

Kiran Kumar emphasised that in a true federal system, all states must be treated equally and fairly

Colombia Plane Carrying 15 People Goes Missing Near Venezuela

An aircraft carrying 15 people, including one lawmaker, went missing near Colombia's troubled border with Venezuela on Wednesday, state airline S

AP Assembly Budget Session To Begin On February 11

The Budget for the financial year 202627 will be presented in the Assembly on February 14

Fifty years ago | Plan for Indias own communication satellite

Fed holds rates steady: here's how markets react S&P hits record, Nasdaq rises, Dow flat, Treasury yields up, US dollar rebounds, and USD/JPY gains

Fed meeting today: The US Federal Reserve has kept its key interest rate unchanged at 3.50% to 3.75%. Policymakers voted 10-2 to maintain the cur

Baby Missing Scare At Anantapur GGH Turns Out To Be iIlegal Adoption

Police found that the parents themselves had handed over the baby to a childless couple in an unofficial adoption, citing their inability to care

Schumer issues stark warning: 'Without full ICE overhaul, DHS funding bill will collapse anytime!'