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Discussions gather momentum in Congress over District Panchayat heads

Coffee grower from ASR district bags Best Progressive Farmer award

SJD to conduct Savishesha fest for differently abled in Kerala capital in January 2026

Congress secured lead in 87 Assembly constituencies in local body polls: CM Revanth Reddy

Woman found dead in U.P.s Ghaziabad after rent collection visit; tenants arrested

The deceased, identified as Deepshikha Sharma, was found dead around 11 p.m. and later Police team reached the spot and arrested the couple, iden

Indian 2000 Guineas to be staged on Dec. 21

GBA Chief Commissioner directs officials to start Russell Market redevelopment work

Convicted Maharashtra Minister Kokate quits after court verdict in cheating and forgery case

The Deputy Chief Minister noted Kokate's resignation follows a court verdict and affirmed his party places supremacy of law above individuals

Govts decision to swap high interest borrowings with low interest ones pays dividends

Govt allowed to borrow 17,000 crore over and above the limit

Salem Government Hospital denies allegations on lack of water supply

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RO plants to be inaugurated at government schools

Cane crushing season begins at Eraiyur and Kurungulam sugar mills

Sugarcane raised on 5,311 acres in Perambalur, Ariyalur, and Kallakurichi districts will be crushed at the mill at Eraiyur to produce about 1.50

How Pakistan's ISI is trying to reclaim Bangladesh through ballots and beyond? What can India to save 'Sonar Bangla' from Islamists?

With elections and a referendum due in 2026, Bangladesh stands at a crossroads as Pakistan's ISI seeks influence and India recalibrates ties.

Cold wave alert in nine Telangana districts on December 19

Vellappally targets IUML, denies anti-Muslim bias

Raising legitimate demands for ones community does not amount to casteism, says SNDP Yogam general secretary. He says his criticism is directed a

Tenders floated for construction of new bus terminus at Tiruverumbur

UAE behind the USD 2.3 bn arms deal with Israel: Report

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is likely the mystery client behind the USD 2.3 billion deal with Israeli military technology company Elbit System

Bank of England cuts key interest rate from 4% to 3.75%

The move comes close on the heels of the announcement that consumer price inflation had slowed to 3.2% in the 12 months through November, from 3.

Congress finalises P. Indira as Mayor nominee in Kannur Corporation

As part of UDFs power sharing arrangement, IUML leader K.P. Thahir is being considered for Deputy Mayors post

KGF, Salaar assistant director Kirtan Nadagouda's four-year-old son dies in lift accident, Pawan Kalyan offers condolences

Kirtan Nadagouda's four-and-a-half-year-old son Sonarsh K Nadagouda lost his life after getting trapped inside a lift. Kirtan assisted Prashanth

RR Sabha to hold Tamil drama festival

Four held for selling banned lottery tickets

Watch: Air India Express flight makes emergency landing in Kochi after tyre failure

A major aviation mishap was averted after an Air India Express flight from Jeddah to Kozhikode was diverted to Kochi following a technical snag m

AI-Generated Tiger Image Triggers Panic in Mancherial

The forest department officials lodged a formal complaint with the police seeking necessary action against the person for making AI image

Mukesh Ambani's BIG move as he acquires majority stake in Tamil Nadu's heritage brand....

T. Krishnakumar, Director of Reliance Consumer Products Limited, said, We are very excited to announce this joint venture, as it further strength

Ensure Escoms reduce AT&C losses, CAG recommends to govt.

Will challenge PPP model for medical colleges in court: Jagan

YSRCP leaders collected a record 1,04,11,136 signatures opposing the model, says party president

Mandya ramps up SSLC preparation with 56 nodal officers

Collectorinspectsjoint Railway-NDRFdrill at Erode Junction

Two held for ganja peddling in Nandyal

Red across crypto: Whats dragging Bitcoin, Pump, and the market lower today?

Crypto market down today: The crypto market slid today as a Nasdaq-led selloff hit risk assets hard. Total market cap fell $72 billion to $2.88 t

IndiaOman CEPA sealed in Muscat, receives zero duty access on 99% of its exports

Display of AIADMK banner in Tirumala sparks criticism

TTD warns of legal action against the activists, who not only displayed the banner in front of the main temple complex but also filmed and posted

Trailer of Border 2 Released, Sunny Deol Leads 1971 War Sequel Ahead of Republic Day

Border 2 centers on the India-Pakistan battle of 1971, offering a heartfelt homage to the soldiers who defended the nation.

ISPL Announces Whopping 6 Crore Prize Pool For Season 3 As League Continues Rapid Growth

ISPL season 3 will be held from January 9 to February 6, 2026, at the Lalbhai Contractor Stadium in Surat

Bangladeshi fishing boats caught for engaging in 'illegal fishing activities' in India's Exclusive Economic Zone

NEW DELHI: A month after the apprehension of Fishing Boats belonging to Bangladesh, for illegal fishing, the Indian Coast Guard (ICG) Ship, while

Gram Panchayat Poll Results Will Repeat in 2029 Assembly Elections: Revanth

The Chief Minister posed a challenge to the former Chief Minister and BRS president K Chandrasekhar Rao (KCR) for a debate in the Assembly on the

Top news of the day: VB-G RAM G Bill passed in Lok Sabha amid Opposition protests; India, Oman ink free trade agreement, and more

The major news headlines of the day and more.

NADA optimistic despite Indias dubious distinction

British Council GREAT Scholarships 202627 For Indian Students, Check Universities

12 postgraduate scholarships are available for Indian students across fields, including business management, finance, arts, dance, law, STEM, & h

Singapore Airshow 2026 Marks 10th Edition with New Frontiers in Aviation and Space

No Matches in North During Fog Season Please: Tharoor to BCCI

Tharoor's remarks come a day after the fourth T20 between India and South Africa in Lucknow was called off because of poor visibility

Viraj Profiles Near Zero Initiative: A Committed Drive Towards Sustainable Stainless-Steel Manufacturing

Air India Group reported most technical defects in year under review: Govt

Air India Group emerged as the airline group with the highest number of technical defects reported during the year, as per data tabled in Parliam

Qucev to raise Rs 131.3 Cr led by Singularity AMC

The EV startup has reportedly partnered with Chinese EV giant BYD to design and manufacture electric tractors, trucks, buses, and three-wheelers.

Uzbek woman shot in Ludhiana after refusing to accompany two men on a drive

CHANDIGARH: A 34-year-old Uzbek woman Asligun Sparova was allegedly shot in the chest by an acquaintance in Ludhiana after she refused to accompa

If you dont respect Gandhiji, we will: West Bengal CM Mamata to rename govt-funded job guarantee scheme

KOLKATA: West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Thursday said that her government would rename a state-funded job guarantee scheme after M

China says arms trade with Cambodia, Thailand unrelated to border conflict

We hope relevant parties will refrain from making subjective speculation and malicious hype, says Chinese Ministry

Uttarakhand HC denies bail to software engineer who killed and chopped his wife into 72 pieces

Fifteen years after a shocking murder, the Uttarakhand high court has upheld the life sentence of a US-returned software engineer. Rajesh Gulati

Rajnath Urges IAF Commanders To Draw Lessons From Op Sindoor, Stay Ready To Deal With Challenges

New Delhi, Dec 18: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday said Indias high-impact, short-duration operational capability was demonstrated by

New word of the day: Monachopsis, feeling out of place

today's new word of the day 'Monachopsis' describes the quiet, persistent feeling of being out of place even when everything appears normal. Mona

Trafficked, Exploited, Married Off : Rohingya Childrens Lives Crushed By Foreign Aid Cuts

1.2 million members of Myanmars persecuted Rohingya minority awaiting for secured life with their shattered dreams in Bangladesh

High Court Orders Major Staff Reshuffle In J&K District Judiciary

JAMMU, Dec 18: In a major administrative reshuffle, the High Court of Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh has ordered the transfers and postings of seve

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Delhi Sees Nearly 76 Pc Spike in PUC Issuance Ahead of No PUC, No Fuel Rule Enforcement

Earlier this week, Delhi Environment Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa announced that vehicles without a valid pollution under control (PUC) certifi

NIA arrests 9th accused in Delhi Red Fort blast case

According to the NIA, the suspect allegedly played an active role in the conspiracy behind the blast that claimed 15 lives and left many others i

AMMKs general council to meet in Thanjavur on January 5

The meeting will be chaired by C. Gopal, former MLA and Member of Parliament

IND vs SA 5th T20I Live Streaming: When and where to watch India vs South Africa match live on TV, online?

IND vs SA 5th T20I live streaming guide: Get full details on when and where to watch India vs South Africa's fourth T20I live on TV and online. C

Modis five inspirational messages for Indian students in Oman we must know

Manikrao Kokate resigns: Maharashtra minister steps down after conviction in fraud case; Ajit Pawar accepts resignation

Maharashtra minister Manikrao Kokate resigned after a court issued arrest warrants in a 1995 housing quota case. Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar

ED attaches fresh PACL assets worth over Rs 3,400 crore

The Enforcement Directorate has attached properties worth over Rs 3,400 crore in a money laundering probe against PACL, accused of a Rs 48,000 cr

Evening news wrap: G RAM G Bill passed in Lok Sabha; anti-India protests erupt in Bangladesh, and more

NIA Arrests Ninth Suspect in Red Fort Blast Case

Investigations revealed Yasir Ahmad Dar's active participation in the conspiracy behind the blast, which killed at least 15 people

Student loans get a major 2026 makeover: Who pays more, who saves, and what changes

Major student loan changes in 2026 will reshape how people borrow and repay federal loans. New repayment plans, lower borrowing limits, and the e

Tiruchi Aavin ice cream plant set to start production

Taken up with a budget of 43.41 crore, the plant will have capacity to produce all types of ice creams with different tastes and flavour; it will

7 Officials Transferred As JKL HC Orders Reshuffle In Dist Judiciary

JAMMU, Dec 18: The High Court of Jammu & Kashmir has ordered a reshuffle within the district judiciary, directing the transfer and posting of sev

Rani Mukerji steals spotlight in stunning Black floral dress at Vaibhavi Merchant's star-studded birthday bash, SEE pics

Rani Mukerji wowed in a black floral midi dress and diamond jewellery at Vaibhavi Merchant's birthday, standing out among Bollywood stars with he

Rajnath Singh urges IAF commanders to draw lessons from Op Sindoor, stay ready to deal with challenges

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh praised the Indian Air Force's swift action during Operation Sindoor. He stated that India's operational capabilit

Commanding Accolades: Peach Blossoms and Executive Chinese Chef Edward Chong Honoured by Multiple International Award Wins

Geetali Gupta From Law Prep Secures AIR-1 in CLAT 2026

CDS General Dwivedi outlines 'IKIGAI' framework to deepen Indo-Pacific land forces cooperation at 3rd Land Forces Summit

General Upendra Dwivedi, the Indian Army Chief, took center stage at the 3rd Land Forces Summit, introducing the 'IKIGAI' Framework. This visiona

NIA arrests Kashmir resident in Red Fort blast case; ninth arrest so far

The National Investigation Agency (NIA) on Thursday arrested a Jammu and Kashmir resident, who the investigators said was a close associate of al

No, The Philippines Didnt Declare Indian Diplomat Persona Non Grata

The MEA has clarified that the letter, purportedly issued by The Philippines' DFA, is fake.

Danube Group Expands Into New Business Segment With the Launch of UAEs First Cricket-Focused Digital Media Platform under the leadership of Mr. Anis Sajan

Mehbooba Mufti Also Got Burqa Removed: Omar Abdullah's Reminder Amid Row

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, among the first to critcise his Bihar counterpart Nitish Kumar over the hijab row, has hit his po

U.S. approves $11 billion in arms sales to Taiwan: Taipei

The arms sale announced on Thursday (December 18, 2025), which still needs U.S. Congressional approval, would be the second since Mr. Trump retur

Messi wraps up India trip at Anant Ambani's Vantara in Jamnagar

Football legend Lionel Messi concluded his India tour in Jamnagar, visiting Anant Ambani's Vantara animal rescue centre. He experienced a traditi

5 ways to check if you are overweight without a weighing machine

Exicom launches an integrated EV charging rollout solution to help CPOs and EV manufacturers scale their charging networks

Nainar Nagenthran slams DMK government over vacancies in higher educational institutions

BJP says information obtained through the Right to Information Act revealed that more than 40% of the sanctioned lecturer posts were vacant in 12

Sub-inspector injured in stone pelting in poll counting centre in Adilabad

Hyderabad: A sub-inspector from the Gudihatnoor police station was injured due to stone pelting at the Sitagondi counting centre in Adilabad dist

SSC CGL Tier 1 Exam 2025: Result Out, Download Directly Here

SSC CGL Tier 1 Result: The result has been released for CGL Tier 1 examination. Candidates can download the result through their login credential

Karnataka clears hate speech bill: What counts as offence, punishment, exemptions explained

Karnataka Assembly has passed the Hate Speech and Hate Crimes Bill, 2025. The legislation aims to prevent and punish hate speech and crimes. It d

Telangana Congress protests against NDA in National Herald case

Hyderabad: Telangana Congress on Thursday held protests at several places in the state against the NDA governments alleged vendetta politics in t

Rapidise Unveils RISE Modules & Edge AI Box

Collector warns action against buses not operating from Solar Bus Terminal

Christmas holidays 2025 trip idea: Hyderabad to Land of waterfalls

If you are still deciding where to go for your upcoming Christman and new year holidays, plan a last-minute trip to Meghalaya. Just one flight aw

Israel launches intense airstrikes in Lebanon as deadline looms to disarm Hezbollah

The Lebanese government has said that the army should have cleared all the border area south of the Litani river from Hezbollah's armed presence

NIA Arrests 9th Accused, A Kashmir Resident, In Red Fort Blast Case

New Delhi, Dec 18: The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has arrested a Jammu and Kashmir resident, a close associate of suicide bomber Umar-un