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Bengal SIR: OBC certificates issued after 2010 invalid for hearings, says ECI

Kolkata: The Election Commission of India (ECI) has clarified that Other Backward Class (OBC) certificates issued by the West Bengal government a

Heres why worlds largest skilling system has delivered marginal increase in skilled workforce

Failure of accountability: only about 4.7% of Indias workforce has received formal vocational training, up from about 2% a decade ago

Dense fog blankets Hyderabad on New Year morning; IMD explains why

Watch: India welcomes 2026 with prayers, festivities

Delhi BMW crash case: Victim could have been saved with timely care, says charge sheet

In a 400-page charge sheet, police alleged that the accused, Gaganpreet Makkad, deliberately delayed providing critical medical assistance to the

Reform Express and 24x7 Justice Delivery

On the eve of the New Year, Chief Justice of India(CJI), Justice Surya Kant has established four categories of disadvantaged sections for priorit

Pakistan witnesses drop in terror attacks since Afghan border closure: report

The comparative data for 2024 and 2025 reveals a sharp escalation in terrorism and counter-terrorism linked violence nationwide, marking an incre

India steps into 2026 with a brand new global playbook

India is shifting to a pragmatic, interest-based foreign policy for 2026, moving away from rigid alliances. This new global playbook prioritizes

ISRO Likely to Launch PSLV-C62/EOS-N1 on Jan 10

Chennai, Jan 1: The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is likely to conduct its first mission of 2026 on January 10 with the launch of the

Warren Buffett's simple yet thought-provoking advice for young professionals: 'Its better to hang out with people...'

Warren Buffett, one of the greatest investors of all time, has given a simple yet thought-provoking advice for young professionals. Warren Buffet

Allu Arjun enjoys night drive in Hyderabad, wishes Happy New Year

Hyderabad: As the world bid goodbye to 2025 and welcomed 2026 with celebrations and cheer, celebrities across the globe marked the New Year in th

Key events that defined Indian diplomacy in 2025

A recap of key visits and agreements that defined Indian diplomacy in 2025

Will not bow before 'malevolent forces': CM Mamata on 28th TMC foundation day

The TMC steps into the threshold of a decisive election year, with the West Bengal Assembly polls barely a few months away

Several Feared Dead as Bar Explosion Rocks Swiss Ski Resort

Geneva [Switzerland], Jan 1: A powerful explosion triggered a fire at a bar in the Swiss ski resort town of Crans-Montana early Thursday, leaving

CBI court sentences directors of private firm to five-year imprisonment in bank fraud case

The case was registered by the CBI on February 19, 2002, against then Chief Manager, Andhra Bank, Mowbrays Road Branch, Chennai, and others

Govt. notifies February 1 as the end of GST compensation cess, start of new tobacco tax regime

In a series of notifications on New Years Day, the Finance Ministry announced the end of GST compensation cess, the increase in the excise duty o

Traffic police relocate Ashoka tree to ease congestion at Trimulgherry bus stand

Video: Burj Khalifa lit up with fireworks on New Years Eve

The Burj Khalifa in Dubai lit up, and fireworks went off on New Years Eve on Wednesday, December 31. The building was lit up with a 360-degree fi

Parking suspended temporarily at platform 1 of Secunderabad station

Swiss Bar Explosion Leaves Several Dead, Dozens Injured In Crans-Montana

Geneva [Switzerland], Jan 1: A deadly explosion triggered a fire at a bar in Switzerland overnight, leaving several injured and dead and overwhel

What the Unnao Case Reveals About Law, Power, and Process

Without systemic reform, outrage will continue to fill the vacuum & justice delivery will inevitably bear the cost.

India set to impose NEW taxes on cigarettes, tobacco products, staring from...; Here's all you need to know

Cigarettes will become more expensive from 1 February 2026 after the government imposed additional excise duty on tobacco products. The move repl

Premier League: Rodri Returns As Manchester City Seek Ninth Straight Win

Rodri has come back. Maybe he can play a few minutes. We need it desperately. Doku, maybe, said Guardiola

Descent into farce: On the Election Commission of India, the SIR | The Hindu Editorial

Ad hoc changes and poor implementation mar the Election Commission of Indias Special Intensive Revision of elcetoral rolls

Broadband Subscriber Base Crosses 100 Crore In India, Jio Leads With 51 Crore Customers

Jio, Bharti Airtel and Vi has the biggest share in the broadband market, informed Trai

GHMC likely to split; Know which areas may be in Hyderabad corporation

Hyderabad: The Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation (GHMC) is likely to be split into three corporations by distributing the areas under the c

Kerala: Poor show in local body polls rocks CM Vijayans boat

For nearly a decade, Pinarayi Vijayan has dominated Keralas political landscape with an authority that a few Chief Ministers in the states histor

Near record number of small boat migrants reach U.K. in 2025

Final figure yet to be confirmed; record of 45,774 arrivals was in 2022 under the last Conservative government

Volunteer in Iran's Revolutionary Guard reportedly killed during widening protests

The protests, taking root in economic issues, have heard demonstrators chant against Iran's theocracy as well

Cyberabad police arrest 928 for drunk driving on New Years

Hyderabad: A total of 928 people were caught driving under the influence of alcohol during New Year celebrations under the Cyberabad Police Commi

Six to seven monkeys bite and pull hair of elderly woman; watch shocking CCTV video

An elderly woman was attacked and injured by a group of monkeys in Bahadurgarh, Haryana, highlighting ongoing concerns about monkey menace in res

Elections in 2025: When the index fingers turned some tables

BJP pulled off magnificent victories in 2025 as it broke the winning row of AAP in Delhi, contributed to the triump of Nitish Kumar in Bihar, and

Manipal Hospital Sarjapur Road Launches Dedicated Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) Clinic for Advanced Movement Disorder and Psychiatric Care

Haier Teams Up with Paris Saint-Germain to Create Champion Experiences for Global Users

Amity University Gurugram Honoured with NEP 2020 Implementation Excellence Award (Gold Category)

iQIYI LAND Yangzhou to Open on February 8, Marking New Chapter in Chinas Immersive Entertainment Scene

Spirit first look: Prabhas and Triptii Dimri exude intensity in Sandeep Reddy Vanga directorial

The film also stars Vivek Oberoi, Prakash Raj and Kanchana in pivotal roles

Civic polls: NCP also in talks with Shiv Sena over seats in Pune, Pimpri-Chinchwad, says Ajit Pawar

Ajit Pawar's Nationalist Congress Party is discussing seat sharing with Eknath Shinde's Shiv Sena for upcoming civic elections in Pune and Pimpri

TOFT Wildlife and Nature Tourism Award recognises HMLs Wentworth Estate in Nilgiris

The cave inside HMLs Wentworth Estate is said to have been used by legendary warrior Pazhassi Raja as a hideout during his battles against the Br

Fatwa issued against 'Pyaar Ka Punchnama' actor Nushratt Bharuccha for visiting Ujjain Mahakal temple

Nushratt Bharuccha recently visited Mahakaal temple in Ujjain and her spiritual visit has now triggered a massive storm. A cleric, identified as

Hyderabad: Man dies after consuming Biryani, 16 others fall sick

Hyderabad: A 53 year-old man died of suspected food poisoning after consuming biryani that is believed to be contaminated, while 16 other people

Esha Deol rings in 2026 in Dubai, drops first post of new year remembering papa Dharmendra, stepbrother Bobby Deol reacts by dropping...

Esha Deol welcomed 2026 in Dubai, and her first Insta post is dedicated to her father, Dharmendra, leaving netizens emotional.

UAE Targets 5 World Records With New Years Eve Fireworks, Drone Shows

The UAE welcomed the New Year with fireworks and drone displays across several emirates, as organisers aimed to break five world records on New Y

Saudi Foreign Minister, Palestine VP discuss Gaza, West Bank developments

Saudi Arabias Minister for Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan met Vice President of Palestine and Vice Chairman of the Executive Committee

PM Modi hopes for 'new beginnings' in India-Bangladesh ties in letter to Tarique Rehman

PM Modi expressed confidence that under Rehman's leadership, the Bangladesh Nationalist Party will carry forward Khaleda Zia's ideals, using them

Northern Queensland faces historic flooding as torrential rain swells rivers and triggers disaster relief

Northern Queensland is battling a severe flood crisis as relentless monsoonal rains inundate communities. Coastal areas have already received ove

Centre's Fiscal Deficit Crosses 62% Of Full-Year Budget Target In November

The Centre's fiscal deficit at the end of November stood at Rs 9.76 lakh crore, or 62.3 per cent of the annual budget target for 2025-26, compare

Watch: Times Square Ball Drop Rings In 2026 In New York City

The world welcomed 2026 at 12 am on January 1. Crowds rang in the New Year with exuberant celebrations filled with thunderous fireworks or light

Several Dead in Massive Explosion at Swiss Bar

Multiple people were killed in the blaze at the bar Le Constellation and others were injured, police said

Extradition of 26/11 accused among key milestones of NIA in 2025

New Delhi: The National Investigation Agency (NIA) secured a more than 92 per cent conviction rate in 2025, during which it also extradited 26/11

Kareena Kapoor calls 2025 a difficult year for her family: We cried a lot

Mumbai: Bollywood star Kareena Kapoor Khan has taken to her social media account to reflect on the year 2025, which she called tough for her and

Fire breaks out at waste management factory in Kerala

Kozhikode: A major fire broke out at a waste management factory at Thamarassery area in this north Kerala district early on Thursday morning, pol

Passenger held with gold worth Rs 3.89 crore at Mumbai airport

Mumbai: The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence has claimed to have busted a gold smuggling syndicate after seizing the yellow metal worth Rs 3.8

Technician dies in road accident in Hyderabad

Hyderabad: A 42-year-old technician died in an accident in Hyderabads Jeedimetla after being rammed by an Oil Tanker on Wednesday, December 31. T

ILT20: Andries Gous Ton Helps Desert Vipers Down MI Emirates in Qualifier 1

ILT20: Desert Vipers powered their way to the final of the DP World ILT20 Season 4.

Liquor Sales in Telangana Hit New High

According to official data, liquor worth 1,350 crore was sold across the state over the last six days.

Karnataka CM Decision Lies With Congress High Command: Parameshwara

His remarks come amid reports of a power tussle within the Karnataka Congress, with the Chief Ministership emerging as a contentious issue after

Several Killed As Blast Rips Through Bar In Luxury Swiss Ski Resort Town

Several people were killed and many others injured in a massive explosion at a luxury ski resort town in Switzerland's Crans Montana.

Lal Chowk To Pahalgam: Kashmir Rings In 2026 Amid Freezing Cold

From jam-packed Lal Chowk to the meadows of Pahalgam, Kashmir Valley rings in 2026 with celebrations.As traditional music and dance enthralled la

868 drunken driving challans issued on New Years Eve in Delhi

New Delhi: The Delhi Traffic Police issued 868 challans for drunken driving on New Years Eve, an officer said on Thursday. Special enforcement te

Telangana Student Dies in Germany After Apartment Fire

Hrithin Reddy had gone to Germany to pursue higher education. According to preliminary information, a fire broke out in the apartment where he wa

Refreshing and brave: Kritika Kamra on portrayal of Muslim community in The Great Shamsuddin Family

For actor Kritika Kamra, it was refreshing to see Muslims being portrayed as normal people in The Great Shamsuddin Family and without the convent

Indian-Origin Founder, 16, Accuses Customer Of Trying To Destroy His Startup And Reputation

Patel shared screenshots of the exchange on X, claiming the customer was bullying him because of his age and trying to destroy a 16-year-old's en

Most challenging part was to play authority: Vipin Sharma on Maharani 4 role

Actor Vipin Sharma says the most challenging aspect of his role in Maharani 4 was to convey authority as a politician up against Huma Qureshis ma

Garena Free Fire Max Redeem Codes for January 1, 2026: Unlock 10+ free rewards now

Garena Free Fire Max players can snag free in-game items on January 1, 2026, by utilizing newly released 12-character alphanumeric redeem codes.

Gynaecologist Shares 6 New Year Health Tips Every Woman Needs For Lifelong Wellness

Constantly juggling multiple roles leaves little space for self care, yet making yourself a priority is essential to remain strong enough to supp

Centre Must Rebut Chinese Claims of Mediation: Owaisi

Normalcy in ties with China cannot be at the cost of India's honour or its sovereignty, he said

Congress slams Mohan Bhagwat over remarks on 'Hindu Rashtra', says his statement lacks action

Congress leaders Rashid Alvi and V Hanumantha Rao on Thursday launched a sharp attack on RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat over his recent remarks, accusin

Mega sporting events in the year 2026

From FIFA World Cup to T20 World Cup, Commonwealth Games to Asiads, the year 2026 will be a year of big-ticket sporting extravaganzas

Plastic recycling unit gutted in major fire at Thamarassery in Kerala

Factory sources said no one sustained injuries in the incident. A pickup van was also destroyed in the blaze

US President Donald Trump REVEALS his 'three-word' New Year resolution during celebrations at Mar-a-Lago, it is..., WATCH

US President Donald Trump reveals his New Year's resolution as he addressed guests at a gathering at his Mar-a-Lago resort in Florida. A large nu

Cricket calendar 2026: Here's full schedule of Team India

Team India gears up for a demanding 2026 cricket calendar. The year begins with a series against New Zealand. The T20 World Cup, hosted in India,

Fresh Snowfall Ushers In New Year At Kashmir Tourist Hotspots

Srinagar, Jan 1: Kashmir rang in the New Year amid fresh snowfall at popular tourist resorts and higher reaches of the valley, with the meteorolo

Recovering Cummins, Hazlewood, David in Australia Squad For 2026 T20 World Cup

Australia, who will be playing their group games in Sri Lanka, will be led by Mitchell Marsh as captain, and will kick off their World Cup campai

Bangladeshi National Apprehended Along IB in Jammus Gajansoo Area

JAMMU, Jan 1: The Border Security Force (BSF) on Wednesday handed over a Bangladeshi national to the Jammu and Kashmir Police after he was appreh

Most anticipated Hindi films of 2026: Alia Bhatts Alpha, Ranbir Kapoors Ramayana, and more

As Shah Rukh Khan makes a return after two years with the bloody actioner King, and Salman Khan wears the army uniform in Battle of Galwan, the y

Several dead in explosion at Swiss ski resort town Crans Montana: police

A devastating explosion rocked the popular bar Le Constellation in Crans Montana early Thursday. Several people lost their lives and many others

M&M auto sales up 25 pc in Dec at 86,090 units

NEW DELHI, Jan 1: Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd on Thursday reported a 25 per cent year-on-year growth in automobile sales at 86,090 units, including e

Chess wars: Defiant Vladimir Kramnik sues FIDE for defamation in Swiss civil court

The exact cause of American Grandmaster Daniel Naroditskys death is not known but in his last livestream, he talked about being under immense men

IREDAs loan disbursements up 44 pc at Rs 24,903 cr in Apr-Dec

NEW DELHI, Jan 1: The Indian Renewable Energy Development Agency (IREDA) on Thursday posted 44 per cent growth in loan disbursements at Rs 24,903

Anthony Joshua Released From Hospital Following Car Accident

Joshua had been kept for observation at Lagoon Hospital with minor injuries following the Monday collision that killed two close members of his t

IED, Ammunition And Narcotics Dropped By Pakistani Drone Recovered In J&Ks Poonch

JAMMU, Jan 1: A Pakistani drone crossed into Indian territory along the Line of Control (LoC) in Jammu and Kashmirs Poonch district and dropped s

DGCA seeks explanation from AI for operating Dreamliner despite snags

Non-compliance with the Minimum Equipment List (MEL) for the flight operated on June 28 this year has also been mentioned in the notice

Massive explosion in Switzerland's ski resort town of Crans-Montana during New Year's eve, several killed, WATCH

Several killed after a massive explosion in a bar in the Swiss ski resort of Crans-Montana.

Thane municipal corporation elections: Opposition alleges bias by officials over rejection of nomination papers

The Opposition leaders alleged that the returning officer showed bias in rejecting the nomination papers of Sena (UBT), MNS, VBA and independent

Bombay High Court bars BMC from deploying court staff for civic poll duty

Urgent hearing held at Chief Justices residence after BMC letters to court staff; Bench cites constitutional bar on poll duty orders.

Nushrratt Bharuccha visits Mahakal temple, cleric calls it un-islamic

Mumbai: Actors and public figures often find themselves under scrutiny for embracing secular values or participating in festivals and rituals acr

Quote of the day by Anne Frank: 'How wonderful it is that nobody need...'

Anne Franks powerful quote, How wonderful it is that nobody need wait a single moment before starting to improve the world, continues to resonate

DGCA Issues Show-Cause Notice To Air India Pilot For Accepting Aircraft Despite Snags

New Delhi, Jan 1: Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has issued a show-cause notice to an Air India pilot amid safety concerns on fligh

Border 2: After demanding credit for Ghar Kab Aaoge, Anu Malik takes a U-turn, issues new statement: 'I'm genuinely proud of...'

Anu Malik issued a new statement hours after expressing his concern about getting credited for Ghar Kab Aaoge, recreated for Border 2.