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A mild winter in Chennai with a sense of humour

Last week when the night temperature dipped and even went below 20 degree celsius, netizens went viral with some friendly admonishment of their h

565 Indira Mahila Shakti stalls set up for Medaram Maha Jatara, SHG women to gain

Three killed in fire at furniture shop building in Hyderabad

Hyderabad: Three bodies, including that of a woman, were retrieved from a four-storey furniture shop building in Nampally here where a fire broke

Bengal SIR: EROs need clearances from SROs before uploading final voters list

Kolkata: The electoral registration officers (EROs) engaged in the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) in West Bengal will need to obtain fi

Heavy rain expected in isolated places in Tamil Nadu

For the next 24 hours, the sky is likely to be generally cloudy. Moderate rain with thunderstorms and lightning is expected in some areas

Australian Open 2026: Carlos Alcaraz eases into last eight in bid for maiden Melbourne title

The six-time Grand Slam champion won 7-6 (8/6), 6-4, 7-5 to equal his best run in Melbourne and is yet to drop a set

Budget 2026: Vedanta urges policy push for low-grade iron ore beneficiation

India sits on massive low-grade iron ore inventory estimated at over 300 million tonnes at mine heads that remains underutilised due to high up

When the local scrap dealer is the chief guest at the beach clean-up

Localised recyclables collection drives targetting apartments and streets are becoming common in Chennai and they bolster the circular economy. F

Watch: Mass protests erupt across Minnesota after fatal federal immigration agent shootings

Thousands of Minnesotans took to the streets in subzero temperatures to protest the Trump administrations aggressive immigration enforcement and

Arasavilli Sun God temple witnesses unprecedented rush on Ratha Saptami

There were serpentine queues of devotees for sarva darshan, ticket holders, and donors right from the early hours of January 25

Family Says Minneapolis Man Killed by Border Patrol Was ICU Nurse

He worked for the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs and had participated in protests following the January 7 killing of Renee Good by an Immigr

Trump escalates Canada-US trade standoff with threat of 100 percent tariffs over China relations and recent EV deal

America's President Donald Trump has threatened severe tariffs on all Canadian products. This action follows Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney'

EC facing sustained pressure, need to protect its independence: Kharge on Voters Day

New Delhi: Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge on Sunday, January 25, said that in recent times, institutions like the Election Commission have

Heavy snowfall blocks highway in Manali, tourists stranded on national highway

KTR serves legal notices to Bandi Sanjay, Dharmapuri Arvind

Hyderabad: Bharat Rahstra Samithi (BRS) Working President KT Rama Rao on Saturday, January 24, issued legal noticis to Union Minister Bandi Sanja

Chinese Woman Ordered To Apologise Publicly For 15 Days Over Sarcastic Post Against Husband

She also admitted that she should not have mocked Gao or called him a pig.

Gender minorities survey report recommends separate welfare board, 1% reservation in private sector

The first of its kind exercise in India, conducted by the Department of Women and Child Development and the Karnataka State Womens Development Co

Bangladeshs absence from T20 World Cup a sad moment for the game: World Cricketers' Association

Rather than allowing division or exclusion to take hold, we call on the games leaders to work with all stakeholders, including Governing Bodies,

No place for Hindi in TN then, now and forever: Stalin

Chennai: DMK President and Chief Minister M K Stalin on Sunday, January 25, hailed the Languge Martyrs of the state who sacrificied their lives d

Bangladesh Cricket Board reopens door for star player Shakib Al Hasan

The all-rounder announced his retirement from international cricket in 2024, but said he would like to reverse that decision last month

Raja Singh accuses GHMC of negligence, links violations to fire mishaps

Hyderabad: The Goshamahal MLA, T Raja Singh alleged the Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation is not serious about checking building constructi

Participate In Democratic Processes, Being Voter Greatest Privilege: PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday urged people to take part in democratic processes, saying being a voter is not just a constitutional privi

If Evidence Of Fraud Exists, Investigation Will Follow: CM Omar On Judicial Results Row

Srinagar, Jan 25: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Sunday said that all administrative and recruitment decisions should be based

Nation Watches PM Modis Attire as India Celebrates 77th Republic Day

Each turban worn during Republic Day celebrations is seen as a subtle nod to a particular region or cultural tradition

Indian-Origin Man, 28, Shot Dead In Canada's Burnaby, Cops Suspect Gang War

Police in Canada's Burnaby have said the targeted killing of a 28-year-old Indian-origin man on Thursday could have been the result of a gang war

Viral Videos Show Karnataka Youth Removing Gutka Ads From KSRTC Buses

While many supported the move, some internet users warned that defacing government property, even for a good cause, could lead to legal consequen

Iranian ambassador thanks India for opposing unjust, politically motivated UNHRC resolution

UNHRC adopted a resolution extending the mandate of a fact-finding mission on Iran for two years, and also called for an urgent investigation of

Fresh Snowfall In Kashmir; Srinagar-Jammu National Highway Partially Restored

Srinagar, Jan 25: The Srinagar-Jammu national highway was restored partially on Sunday after remaining closed for more than two days due to heavy

LG Sinha Invites Tourists Worldwide To Experience J&K On National Tourism Day

JAMMU, Jan 25: On the occasion of National Tourism Day, Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha invited people from across the world to

How An Odisha Man Killed A Leopard Who Attacked Him And Pet Dog

A late-night clash between a man and a wild animal in Odisha's Cuttack district led to the death of a leopard and left a young local resident ser

Special Train To Operate Between Katra And Srinagar On Jan 27, 28 Amid Passenger Influx

Srinagar, Jan 25: In view of an extraordinary rush of passengers due to prolonged closure of roads and cancellation of flights following inclemen

What makes Republic Day parade significant this year: From Operation Sindoor to special guests, all you need to know

It will feature several historic firsts, including the debut appearances of the Bhairav Light Commando Battalion and a specially curated animal c

Republic Day 2026: 982 Police Personnel Awarded Service Medals, J&K Gets Most

On the occasion of the Republic Day 2026, gallantry and various service medals have been awarded to 982 police, fire, home guard, civil defence a

Happy Republic Day 2026 Images: 50+ Wishes, quotes, greeting card messages, SMS, WhatsApp & Facebook status

Happy Republic Day Images: India prepares to mark its 77th Republic Day on January 26, 2026. This significant occasion celebrates the adoption of

'Nihilist penguin' goes political: Trump joins penguin's death march trend with 'embrace the penguin' post, Internet mocks White House errors. Check latest memes

The 'Nihilist penguin' is all over social media. US President Donald Trump also joined the Nihilist penguin trend after the White House posted an

College professor stabbed to death at Mumbai's Malad station; killer on the run

According to the Government Railway Police (GRP), victim Alok Kumar Singh was travelling from Vile Parle towards Kandivali when he was fatally at

R-Day: 982 Police Personnel Awarded Service Medals; Maximum Gallantry Decorations For J&K Police

New Delhi, Jan 25: On the occasion of the Republic Day 2026, gallantry and various service medals have been awarded to 982 police, fire, home gua

Aryan Khan calls father Shah Rukh Khans King as BAAP

Mumbai: Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khans son Aryan Khan, just like his fathers millions of fans, seems to have been awestruck by the date anno

No space for Hindi then, now, or ever, says T.N. CM Stalin

In a social media post, the Tamil Nadu Chief Minister said no more lives would be lost over the language struggle

Hindu Garage Worker Burnt Alive By Unknown Men While Sleeping In Bangladesh

Yet another horrific incident has come to light amid violence against Hindu minorities in Bangladesh, where elections are due in less than a few

Blending 150-year legacy of Vande Mataram with modern vision of Atmanirbhar Bharat: Why Indias 77th Republic Day matters?

The event will showcase India's military prowess and rich cultural heritage, featuring 30 tableaux from states, Union Territories, and ministries

Venezuela Hopes Boost Oil Production By 18% In 2026: State-owned Body

Venezuela wants to boost its oil production by 18 percent this year through planned reforms that will fully open the sector to private investors,

Thousands of flights cancelled as major winter storm moves across the U.S.

Greenland capital hit by power outage after strong winds

Greenland's capital, Nuuk, was plunged into darkness over the weekend. Strong winds caused a transmission failure, leaving the city without elect

'Inciting Insurrection': Trump Accuses Officials After Minneapolis Shooting

US President Donald Trump accused the mayor of Minneapolis and the state's governor of inciting insurrection over their response to the killing o

Fresh snowfall in Kashmir: Srinagar-Jammu national highway remains closed for third day

Hundreds of vehicles are stranded on the 270-km highway since Friday when heavy snowfall forced closure of the road, but flight operations to and

Rescue efforts continue after fire erupts in commercial building in Hyderabad

Multiple agencies, including police, fire, NDRF personnel and Hyderabad Disaster Response and Asset Protection Agency (HYDRAA), launched rescue o

Republic Day 2026: 982 police personnel awarded service medals; maximum gallantry decorations for J-K Police

Republic Day 2026 will see 982 personnel from police, fire, home guard, civil defence, and correctional services receive prestigious awards. This

Budget 2026: Survey reveals Indias growth confidence but deep unease on jobs and global risks

India Union Budget 2026: India's upcoming Union Budget faces a complex economic landscape. Business leaders are confident in domestic consumption

Reasons cited for US decision to withdraw are untrue, says WHO Chief

The World Health Organisation expressed hope for the United States' return after its withdrawal. WHO stated the reasons cited for the US decision

Republic Day 2026: History, significance and the theme behind this years grand parade

Republic Day 2026 History, Significance: India gears up to mark its 77th Republic Day on January 26, 2026, honouring the Constitution and democra

'Time To Start Doing Something': Minnesotans Step Up To Take On ICE

Activists say they have been overwhelmed by new volunteers - despite the potential for violence - since Renee Good was killed by ICE agent Jonath

Traffic Advisory for Ratha Saptami at Arasavalli

District SP K.V. Maheshwar Reddy, along with DSP Vivekananda, inspected the arrangements, including darshan queues, parking zones, traffic divers

Republicans Eye 'Trump-palooza' Convention Ahead Of US Midterms

US President Donald Trump's Republican Party has taken a step closer to staging a highly unusual party convention to prop him up and sell his mes

UP Couple Jump From Pizza Shop On 2nd Floor To Escape Hindu Group

A young man and a woman jumped from the second floor of a pizza shop in Shahjahanpur district after they were allegedly accosted by members of a

The Last Two Pandas In Japan Are Leaving For China As Ties Are Strained

Japanese panda fans are gathering for the final public viewing at Tokyo's Ueno zoo before twins Xiao Xiao and Lei Lei return to China.

T20 WC 2026: 'No one will miss Bangladesh,' Atul Wassan reacts after team ruled out of T20

Noida techie death: Father seeks justice for negligence

Meanwhile, on Thursday, two persons have been arrested by the Noida Police following the case of 27-year-old techie Yuvraj Mehta, who lost his li

Telangana, Andhra Personnel Get Republic Day Medals

Police officers from Telugu states honoured for gallantry and service

Who Was Alex Pretti, Nurse Shot Dead By Immigration Agents In Minnesota

Federal immigration officers shot dead a man on Saturday in Minneapolis, sparking outrage and drawing hundreds of protesters in a city already re

Drug Abuse a Grave Threat to National Security: AP EAGLE

Ravikrishna said drug abuse poses not only a health risk but also a threat to national security

27-yr-old Hyderabad man dies by suicide, blames ex-girlfriend in note

Hyderabad: A 27-year-old man died by suicide after blaming his ex-girlfriend and her family members in a note. The incident took place in Malakpe

Earthquake of magnitude 4.1 hits Afghanistan: National Centre for Seismology

The earthquake struck at a shallow depth of 10 km, making it susceptible to aftershocks.

Nampally fire: 19 hours on, two-floor cellar still inaccessible as earthmovers deployed

British Beauty Queen Eleisha Skinner Dies In 'Tragic Accident' At 21

Skinner was involved in a freak accident when icy weather conditions led to a collision with a parked vehicle.

Cinema Halls in AP do Flop Business, Exhibitors Cry for Govt Aid

Questioning the implementation of the AP Cinema Regulation Act, 1955, Raja urged the government to frame a concrete action plan to revive the ail

Denial of censor certificate: Producers of Lakshmi Lawrence Kadhal move Madras High Court

Justice K. Govindarajan Thilakavadi orders notice to CBFC and grants time till February 3 for filing a counter affidavit

'Voter a Bhagya Vidhata': PM Modi greets citizens on National Voters Day

National Voters Day is observed annually on January 25 to mark the foundation day of the Election Commission of India (ECI), established in 1950.

Iconic landmarks across India glow in tricolour hues ahead of Republic Day

Major landmarks, including the Salal Dam in Jammu and Kashmir, the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus in Mumbai, and the Government buildings i

EC under sustained pressure, its independence must be safeguarded: Mallikarjun Kharge on Voters' Day

Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge emphasized protecting the Election Commission's independence. He stated institutions face pressure. Kharge high

Republic Day 2026: 982 personnel awarded gallantry and service medals

A total of 125 persons will be awarded with the Medal for Gallantry (GM); 121 from police force and four others are from Fire services

Focus on what we can control, says Canadian PM Carney after Trump threatens 100% tariffs

With our economy under threat from abroad. Canadians have made a choice: to focus on what we can control, Carney said

US federal agents kill another person in Minneapolis amid immigration crackdown

On Saturday, Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O`Hara confirmed that a 37-year-old man succumbed to multiple gunshot injuries after being taken to h

Republic Day 2026: Obama To Macron - A Look At Republic Day Chief Guests Over The Years

India will celebrate its 77th Republic Day on January 26, with top European Union (EU) leaders Ursula von der Leyen and Antonio Costa set to atte

Torrential rains trigger Java landslide, killing eight, 82 missing

Days of torrential rains had caused rivers to burst their banks, tearing through Pasir Langu village in the West Bandung district of West Java pr

Voting is not just a constitutional privilege, but an important duty, PM Modi says

Prime Minister Narendra Modi encouraged citizens to participate in democratic processes. He highlighted that being a voter is a vital duty for sh

CBI court reverses Congress's Bhupesh Baghel's discharge in 2017 obscene video case

A Raipur CBI court has overturned the discharge of former Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel. The case involves an alleged obscene video

US: Zohran Mamdani broadens child care programme to include all families

Mamdani has been a vocal critic of the anti-immigrant rhetoric, has said that his administration is proud that New York City is an immigrant city

'British FBI' National Police To Fight Complex Crimes

The UK will establish a national police force, dubbed the British FBI, to tackle the most complex and serious crimes, the government said.

National Voters' Day: Our moral responsibility to safeguard voting system, says Amit Shah

Union Home Minister Amit Shah greeted citizens on National Voters' Day. He emphasized the moral duty to protect India's voting system. The Electi

Iran commander warns US that they have their finger on trigger

The warning from Irans paramilitary force, Revolutionary Guard, comes as US warships head towards the West Asias country, reigniting internationa

Box Office: Sunny Deol's Border 2 Is At 66 Crore (And Counting)

Directed by Anurag Singh, Border 2 serves as a sequel to JP Dutta's 1997 film Border.

Federal ICE agents arrest protesters, use tear gas after another shooting in Minneapolis

Special voter registration camps in Chennai today at 4,097 polling stations

Chennai: Special voter registration camps are being held on Sunday across all 16 Assembly constituencies under Chennai district, covering a total

J&K: Fresh Snow Blankets Gulmarg, Highway Closed for 2nd Day

The snowfall brought cheer to the remote village, with youngsters seen playing in the snow and celebrating the winter weather

NEET Death Case: Forensic Finds Semen, Two Officials Suspended

In another development in the case, Patna Police late Saturday night suspended Hemant Jha, Additional Officer-in-Charge of Kadamkuan Police stati

Mark Carney calls for buy Canadian in response to Trumps new tariff threat

Ottawa: Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney on Saturday called for buy Canadian and build Canadian in response to a new tariff threat from US Pre

A.P. Discoms perform well in national power utility rankings

The Central and Southern power distribution companies have improved their ratings from C to B grade

Key accused in serial prasadam killing cases gets life imprisonment

Simhadri killed 10 people by serving them prasadam laced with cyanide; another accused gets 10-year rigorous imprisonment for supplying the poiso

Republic Day 2026: Why The Flag Is Unfurled, Not Hoisted

As the country prepares to celebrate its 77th Republic Day on January 26, people come together to honour the Constitution, which came into force