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UPs transformation has been possible due to tech-based platforms like PRAGATI: CM Adityanath

LUCKNOW, Jan 13: The transformation of Uttar Pradesh from a bottleneck state to a breakthrough state has happened because of technology-based pla

A brain region that controls breathing possibly responsible for high BP: Study

NEW DELHI, Jan 13: The lateral parafacial (pFL) region of the brain, responsible for controlling breathing, may also connect to nerves that tight

VP Radhakrishnan launches nationwide Drug-Free Campus drive

NEW DELHI, Jan 13: In a major push to safeguard Indias demographic dividend, the Vice-President of India C P Radhakrishnan, inaugurated the Drug

Karan Aujla accused of cheating on wife Palak Aujla after Canadian singer makes shocking allegations: 'Was publicly shamed...'

A Canada-born singer, rapper, and actress has alleged that she was in a private relationship with renowned Punjabi singer Karan Aujla without him

1,000 Days of Siddaramaiah's Second Term: Where Did the Zest Go?

In contrast to his first term, Siddaramaiah 2.0 has been driven by political compulsions and charges of corruption.

In Focus podcast | Is denying bail to Khalid and Imam a departure from judicial precedent?

Vrinda Grover speaks to us about the Supreme Courts UAPA bail ruling and its implications for personal liberty and dissent.

SIT headed by CP Sajjnar to probe defamatory content against ministers

Hyderabad: Telangana Police have formed a Special Investigation Team (SIT) to probe two cases booked for alleged defamatory and obscene content t

PM degree case: Gujarat HC dismisses AAP leaders plea for separate trials

Ahmedabad: The Gujarat High Court on Tuesday, January 13, dismissed appeals filed by AAP leaders Arvind Kejriwal and Sanjay Singh challenging ord

Taking on the Dubai Run 2025: 5K finish

The Dubai Fitness Challenges flagship event, considered the worlds largest free community run, saw families, fitness enthusiasts, and runners of

Chinas Claim On Shaksgam Valley Unacceptable; Entire PoJK Belongs To India: LG Kavinder Gupta

Jammu, Jan 13: Ladakh Governor Kavinder Gupta on Tuesday strongly rejected Chinas claim over the Shaksgam valley, asserting that the entire regio

India falls to 3rd position in Russian fossil fuel imports in December as Reliance slashes crude buy

The total Russian hydrocarbon imports by India stood at 2.3 billion in December, down from 3.3 billion in the preceding month, according to the C

Goa: Female Rapido driver helps tourist reach hotel, wins hearts online

In a heartfelt moment of female camaraderie, a Rapido driver helped a woman tourist who was stranded on the streets of Goa, after Google Maps had

Telangana Depts accelerate office relocation from rented premises to Govt buildings; 18 days left before deadline

Office space owned by Schedule IX & X institutions remain vacant as disputes between TS, AP remains unresolved

New 2026 Tata Punch Facelift Launch in India: Check price, design, features, key specs, and more

The new 2026 Tata Punch Facelift was launched in India. Check variant-wise price, new design, features, safety, engine options, and key specifica

Guntur police recover gold jewellery worth 5 lakh in three hours

MGNREGA Was Guarantee Of Loot, No Scope For Even Rs 1 Corruption In VB-G RAM G: Rijiju

Lucknow, Jan 13: Union Minority Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju on Tuesday said the MGNREGA had effectively become a guarantee of loot, while asser

Emraan Hashmis flight fails to land in Ahmedabad: Reports

Mumbai: In a shocking update, Bollywood actor Emraan Hashmi had a tense travel experience while en route to Ahmedabad for promotional commitments

Five more government employees sacked in Jammu and Kashmir for suspected terror links

The Lieutenant Governor administration has, since 2020, sacked 85 government employees after it was found during surveillance that they were work

After Centres intervention, Blinkit drops 10-minute delivery

New Delhi: Blinkit has dropped its 10-minute delivery claim from all platforms amid growing concerns about the welfare of delivery workers. It ha

Water level in Mettur Dam stands at 97.43 feet

After hitting out at Thar owners, Haryana police block 67 gang culture songs, say they are watching users who like or share them

Haryana Police have removed 67 songs promoting gang lifestyle, weapons, and violence from digital platforms. This action follows an investigation

GATE 2026 Admit Card: IIT Guwahati releases hall ticket, check steps to download, exam dates, schedule

IIT Guwahati, GATE 2026 Hall Ticket: The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Guwahati has released the Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GA

South-East Asia Marks 15 years Of Polio-Free: WHO

South-East Asia Region, home to a quarter of the worlds population, has marked 15 years since recording its last case of wild poliovirus, said th

6 health benefits of ghee when eaten in moderation

Trump flexes raw power, upending world order and unsettling allies, foes

President Donald Trump is reshaping the global order with aggressive actions. He has targeted Venezuela and threatened other nations. His America

Tej Pratap Yadav turns up at feast hosted by Bihar Deputy CM Vijay Kumar Sinha

Estranged RJD leader Tej Pratap Yadav attended a feast hosted by Bihar Deputy CM Vijay Kumar Sinha, sparking speculation about his political futu

SASTRA distributes Pongal gift hampers at 10 villages

Antimicrobial Resistance a huge threat to humanity, need combat roadmap: Amit Shah

Union Home Minister Amit Shah has declared antimicrobial resistance a significant threat to humanity. He urged experts to develop a plan to comba

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After Maduros ouster, who holds power in Venezuela and the US role behind the scenes

Venezuela's political dynamics are in flux, with influential figures such as Delcy Rodriguez and Diosdado Cabello at the helm. In contrast, Ameri

O'Romeo: Shahid Kapoor film lands in major trouble, Hussain Ustara's daughter THREATENS to send Rs 2 crore for...

Sanober Shaikh, daughter of late gangster Hussain Ustara, has sent a legal notice to O'Romeo makers demanding Rs 2 crore and asking for the film'

Wet weather conditions worry farmers

Clean Chit To CM Chandrababu Naidu In AP Skill Development Scam Case

The investigating agency found no involvement of the Chief Minister and accordingly filed a memo in the court, which was accepted by the judicial

YSR Congress Protests Closure Of Skill Scam Case Against Chandrababu Naidu

YSRCP has alleged that the Telugu Desam Party-led Andhra Pradesh government was involved in a cover-up after the Anti-Corruption Bureau Court clo

Foreigner Highlights Five Things India Does Better Than France

A foreigner's viral Instagram post highlights five things India does better than France, including food variety and culture, earning widespread s

Major crackdown: J&K LG Manoj Sinha sacks five govt employees over alleged terror links; 85 dismissed since 2021

NIRF at crossroads: How VBSA bill could redefine rankings in higher education overhaul

'Pak Will Fall Apart Soon': Ladakh Lt Governor On China's Shaksgam Claim

Slamming China for undertaking construction projects in the Shaksgam Valley, Ladakh Lieutenant Governor Kavinder Gupta has said the area is part

Three held for drug trafficking in Hyderabad, 2 kg of ganja seized

The Prohibition and Excise Department sleuths on Monday, January 12, arrested three individuals in Habeebnagar, Hyderabad, and seized 2.11 kilogr

SP warns of action against jallikattu and rooster fights

'Protein intake wont make you Incredible Hulk': Ranbir Kapoors Animal look trainer busts five biggest myths

Celebrity fitness coach Shivohaam has debunked common protein myths in India, emphasizing its importance for everyone, not just bodybuilders. He

Govt bulldozed MGNREGA, Congress says; struggle on to restore work rights

The Congress party has initiated a nationwide campaign called 'MGNREGA Bachao Sangram'. This movement aims to restore constitutional rights relat

NYT Connections Answers January 13: Clues, categories and solution revealed for Tuesday puzzle #947

Connections is a daily word puzzle created by The New York Times, in which players are given 16 words displayed in a four-by-four grid. The goal

Five More J&K Govt Employees Sacked Over Alleged Terror Links

Officials described the move as part of a broader, decisive effort to dismantle what they termed the terror ecosystem operating within state inst

BCB admits ICCs reluctance to shift games out of India but refuses to budge

BCB said the boards position remains unchanged despite the ICCs reluctance to entertain its request and both parties will continue to explore pos

Sensex, Nifty end lower as investors turn cautious ahead of USIndia trade talks

The Sensex closed at 83,627.69, falling 250.48 points or 0.30 per cent. The Nifty also ended lower, slipping 57.95 points, or 0.22 per cent, to s

Excise Case: Delhi HC Posts for May 8 Hearing on ED Plea against Bail to Kejriwal

When the matter came up for hearing, Kejriwal's counsel urged the judge to take it up after some time as the senior counsel was not available at

Gold, silver prices ease amid profit booking at record levels

Gold and silver prices eased on Tuesday as investors booked profits after the metals hit record highs. MCX gold futures slipped while silver trad

Six persons get life imprisonment for murder of fruit vendor in Periamet in 2013

The prosecution said A1, identified as B. Kala, 42, of Pammal, had borrowed 10 lakh from Velu, a fruit vendor, and failed to repay the amount. Fo

Minister Narayana lays foundation for road works at Karlapudi in Amaravati

The Minister directed the contracting agency to complete the road works within a week, stressing the need for speedy execution to address long-pe

This country replaces India as 2nd largest importer of Russian fossil fuel, not China, Pakistan

China remained the top buyer, accounting for 48 per cent of Russia's export revenues from the top five importers.

GATE 2026 Admit Card released at gate2026.iitg.ac.in; check steps to download and more

GATE 2026 Admit Card Released: IIT Guwahati: The Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati has released the GATE 2026 admit card today, January 13,

Shravan Kummar commemorates 25 years of his design journey

Margazhi, the Hyderabad-based designers event, blended heritage weaves, music, food and culture

ICC holds video conference with Bangladesh Cricket Board for T20I World Cup: Check inside details of meeting

A video conference was held on Tuesday between the International Cricket Council (ICC) and the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) to discuss the ongo

BCB admits ICC's reluctance to shift games out of India but refuses to budge

Bangladesh Cricket Board insists on relocating its T20 World Cup matches from India. The ICC has requested reconsideration of this demand. The Bo

Budget 2026: FICCI pushes for strenghtening 'Atmanirbharta' in defence, critical minerals

Industry body FICCI has presented its budget recommendations. The focus is on strengthening self-reliance in defence, electronics manufacturing,

This Video of a Woman Taking Her Mother to an Old-Age Home Is Scripted

The video was posted by an Instagram user, who regularly shares such scripted videos.

TCS layoffs to continue in 2026, aims at 2% job cuts, reported largest firing in Q3

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) has been continuing its layoffs in 2026 that led to massive job cuts as part of its major restructuring that star

Border 2: Suniel Shetty makes BIG statement about Sunny Deol-starrer war drama, says he would have returned for sequel if...

Border featured Suniel Shetty as Captain Bhairon Singh, a battle-hardened Indian Army officer who was martyred in the film's climax. His son Ahan

Woman, ASI Suffer Injuries due to Chinese Manja in Hyderabad

A 70-year-old woman, Yadamma, suffered cut injuries on her leg due to Chinese manja at Almasguda under Meerpet police station limits

J&K: Security forces launch search operations in Kathua; gunshots heard

Security forces engaged in a search operation in Jammu and Kashmir's Kathua district after spotting suspected terrorist movement. Gunshots were h

Is China A Threat To Greenland As Trump Argues?

China's only pathway to gaining significant influence in the Arctic goes through Russia, defense experts dismissed Trump's claims

Gunshots fired at Delhi gym; Lawrence Bishnoi gang 'claims' responsibility

The Lawrence Bishnoi gang claimed responsibility via a social media post, warning rivals and referencing other gang groups. The incident follows

Neglect elderly parents, lose 15% pay: Telangana plans tough law for employees who abandon ageing parents

Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy announced plans for a law to deduct 10-15% of government employees' salaries if they neglect elderly par

New Report Identifies USD 220 Billion Economic Opportunity from Clean Air Action in India

A new report, ‘The Business Case for Clean Air: Unlocking Economic Opportunities for India’, by Dalberg Advisors in collaboration wit

Despite ceasefire, Israel destroys over 2,500 buildings in Gaza: NYT

Gaza Strip: The Israeli military allegedly demolished over 2,500 buildings in Gaza since the US-brokered ceasefire agreement was signed between I

Manchester United Reach Deal To Appoint Carrick as Interim Manager: Reports

The former midfielder was pictured arriving at the club's Carrington training ground, with his appointment likely to be confirmed later in the da

The Hindu Lit for Life 2026 | Nirmala Lakshman on Indias sharpest lit fest

Nirmala Lakshman, Chairperson, The Hindu Group, speaks to Team MetroPlus about the evolution of The Hindu Lit for Life since its first edition. S

Govt working on to expand overseas presence of UPI: DFS Secretary

NEW DELHI, Jan 13: India is trying to expand the global reach of its homegrown digital payment system UPI to a larger number of countries, especi

Exporters worried as Trump announces additional 25 pc duty on countries trading with Iran

NEW DELHI, Jan 13: Exporters are keeping their fingers crossed on the impact of recent announcement made by US President Donald Trump that Washin

Wordle Answer January 13: Crack Tuesdays challenging puzzle #1669 with these clues and solution

Wordle is an online word puzzle developed by software engineer Josh Wardle in 2021. Its clean design, once-a-day format and easy sharing of resul

India launches website, theme and logo with lotus for BRICS Presidency 2026

The theme of India's chairship is Building for Resilience, Innovation, Cooperation and Sustainability, reflecting a people-centric, humanity-firs

Hiring surges across India as AI-linked jobs rise exponentially

AI hiring is projected to grow 32% in 2026 to nearly 3.8 lakh roles, with a focus on skills-driven, mid-career talent across Tier 1 and Tier 2 ci

I oppose growing monopoly of Adani group; not development: Raj Thackeray

From cement to steel, the projects in all the sectors are given to Adani group, Raj Thackeray said

EV charging startup Kazam eyes 2X jump in revenue even as it expands into electric two wheeler and e-buses

The company is targeting a revenue of about Rs 85 crore in FY26a 2X jump from the revenue it had reported in FY25 on the back of its expansion pl

Video: Film shooting at Hyderabads Numaish, Pushpa actor spotted

Hyderabad: The 85th All India Industrial Exhibition aka Numaish, is currently underway at Nampally here. It has been trending on social media for

Priyanka ChopraNick Jonas get intimate; her plunging neckline gown, bronzer makeup draw flak [reactions]

Priyanka Chopra turned heads at the Golden Globe Awards and its after-party. Priyanka wore a pearl-white strapless gown with a plunging neckline.

Coal India arm Bharat Coking Coal IPO subscribed 76.81 times so far on final day of bidding

NEW DELHI, Jan 13:The initial public offering of Bharat Coking Coal Ltd got 76.81 times subscription so far on the final day of bidding on Tuesda

The Hindu Lit for Life 2026 | Megha Majumdar on Oprahs book club and her book list

Author Megha Majumdar speaks about discussing her novel, A Guardian and A Thief with Oprah Winfrey, highlighting themes of parental love and mora

GMR Unveils Airside Reefer Truck to Handle Cold-chain Cargo at Hyderabad Airport

The facility eliminates temperature exposure during ramp transfers, a persistent challenge in the transportation of perishables, pharmaceuticals

42illegalresortsaround Sathyamangalam Tiger Reserve sealed

A Division Bench comprising Chief Justice Manindra Mohan Shrivastava and Justice G. Arul Murugan, on January 5, 2026, directed the Erode District

Mother Receives Degree Alongside Her Daughter at Vivekananda Global University's 9th Convocation, Inspires Thousands

An extraordinary and deeply emotional moment unfolded at the 9th Convocation Ceremony of Vivekananda Global University (VGU) when Smita walked on

Lets make it real!: Musks Grok enters US military networks as Dept of War partners with xAI

NVIDIA pulls $53 billion ahead of Samsung as AI fuels chip boom: Report

In 2025, the chip market soared to unprecedented heights, raking in an astounding $793 billion. This remarkable boom was predominantly fueled by

Union Labour Ministry intervenes, quick commerce platforms to stop 10-minute delivery practice

Workers unions welcome the move, claim it as success of December 31 flash strike

Venezuela developments unlikely to impact oil prices: Crisil Ratings

NEW DELHI, Jan 13: Crisil Ratings on Tuesday said that recent developments in Venezuela are not likely to have any material near-term impact on c

Govt Will Go By SC Directive On Holding Bengaluru Civic Body Polls : D K Shivakumar

SC asked the Karnataka government and the state election body to hold Bengaluru local body polls by June 30.

Alyssa Healy announces retirement from international cricket, to play last series against this Asian nation

The current skipper of the Australian women's cricket team has decided to end her international career and also announced the date of her retirem

India Pax Silica Inclusion Reflects Strategic Trust: Union Ministry Secretary

Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology Secretary S Krishnan has asserted that India's invitation to join the US-led Pax Silica initia

J&K Police Launch WideRanging Data Drive on Mosques, Madrasas and Religious Administrators

The drive, underway across the Kashmir Valley, seeks detailed information on mosques and those associated with them, including imams, muezzins, k