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Day after Dr. Abdullah opposed students protest, NC legislator says should have been allowed

Sadiqs statement came as a U-turn on the stand taken by Dr. Abdullah, who questioned the intention of the leaders who wanted to join protests in

Quote of the day by Heraclitus: 'Dogs bark at what they don't understand.' Here's some intriguing quotes by Greek philosopher remembered for cosmology

Quote of the day by Heraclitus explains the meaning of his saying, Dogs bark at what they don't understand. Let us understand what quote of the d

Amit Shah to visit West Bengal for three days ahead of 2026 polls

Between December 29 and December 31, Mr Shah is also expected to chair several meetings with the State unit of the BJP and review the partys road

Hamas says its longtime spokesman was killed following an Israeli strike in August

Hamas has confirmed that its longtime spokesman was killed following an Israeli strike in August in war-torn Gaza

Congress suspends Aravalli agitation in Rajasthan after SC decision

Pradesh Congress Committee president Govind Singh Dotasra said the Supreme Courts order depicted respect for peoples voice and was a decisive blo

Thought of the day by Abraham Maslow: 'If you plan on being anything less than you are capable of being, you will...' - today's self-growth quotes by the father of humanistic psychology

Thought of the day: Renowned psychologist Abraham Maslow's insights on self-actualization offer a powerful message for today's uncertain times. H

Bangladesh unrest a threat to Northeast, says State BJP

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Dec 29: The BJPs Meghalaya unit on Monday cautioned that the increasing influence of radicalised Islamist groups in Ban

HITO seeks Assam CMs assistance in implementing ILP across NE states

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Dec 29: The Hynniewtrep Integrated Territorial Organisation (HITO) on Monday urged Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa S

Trump indicates U.S. 'hit' facility that he tied to alleged drug boats

Pynursla arson case: 3 accused summoned for questioning

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Dec 29: Police have identified three individuals involved in the arson attack that destroyed three vehicles in Dong Umk

Will knock hell out of them: Trump vows action if Iran rebuilds nukes; Watch Netanyahus reaction

A vendor sells seasonal fruit called Sohphlang at Motphran

A vendor sells seasonal fruit called Sohphlang at Motphran on Monday. (ST)

Data breach settlement could pay some Americans $75,000 heres whos eligible

Americans affected by Watson Clinics data breach can claim up to $75,000. Sensitive patient information, including Social Security numbers, was e

About 170 sheep mysteriously die in Lucknow, police sends samples for testing

Prima facie, it is not clear whether these sheep died after consuming waste material or some unknown person had allegedly given poison to them

ICC rates MCG Boxing Day Test pitch unsatisfactory

Dubai, Dec 29: The ICC on Monday rated the pitch used in Melbourne for the fourth Ashes Test between England and Australia as unsatisfactory and

First-ever rake load leaves state from Mendipathar rly station

From Our Correspondent MENDIPATHAR, Dec 29: In a historic first for Meghalaya, Sunday witnessed the first time that a train carrying a consignmen

Bhutans Sonam sets new T20I record with 8-wicket haul

New Delhi, Dec 29: Bhutan spinner Sonam Yeshey has scripted history by becoming the first bowler to take eight wickets in a mens T20 Internationa

Saleng condemns Tripura students killing, attacks on Christmas revellers

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Dec 29: Tura MP Saleng Sangma has condemned the racial killing of a Tripura student in Uttarakhand and instances of hoo

Australia like to be consistent with selection, says coach McDonald

Melbourne, Dec 29: Head coach Andrew McDonald was wary of making too many changes for the series finale, with valuable ICC World Test Championshi

Arrests when abuse is found: DHS launches door-to-door probe after Minnesota fraud clip goes viral

Trump faces Ukraine ultimatum: Zelenskyy wants 50-yr US protection; Putin shuts door on Donbas talks

Congress conducts lok sansad to seek public opinion on how to combat pollution

Red line crossed? China fires back, unleashes live-fire drills after US-Japan boost Taiwans defence

AAP demands closure of toll plazas to combat pollution

Will Knock The Hell Out : Trump Threatens Iran Over Nuclear Enrichment

President Donald Trump warned Iran against reconstituting its nuclear program Monday as he welcomed Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to

Flights, trains disrupted as dense fog reduces visibility in Delhi

128 flights cancelled, 8 diverted, several trains reported running late; many areas record visibility of less than 50 metres even as air turns ha

19-Year-Old BTech Student Dies by Suicide in Anantapur District

Charan, a first-year BTech student at a private college in Anantapur, was found hanging from a tree in an agricultural field in his village.

Aakar Patel | Amid Apathy Of The Vast Majority, Intent Will Always Hold Upper Hand

To those who are new to this: What does the BJPs ideology seek? It wants to persecute and harm minority Indians, Muslims and Christians, and that

Will D4vd be indicted? What the grand jury is deciding in the Celeste Rivas murder investigation

D4vd Celeste Rivas murder case: Los Angeles prosecutors are moving closer to a possible indictment of D4vd as a grand jury reviews evidence in th

GHMC Sanitation Drive to Clean Foot Over Bridges

Elsewhere, the Prajavani programme where residents can air grievances was held at some GHMC offices including at its new zones.

BIG update about Ajay Devgn's Golmaal 5, Rohit Shetty film to be fantasy comedy with female villain, this actor to make his comeback

Rohit Shetty's Golmaal series revolves around a group of mischievous, aimless friends, Gopal (Ajay Devgn), Madhav (Arshad Warsi), Laxman (Shreyas

SIR hearings disrupted in Bengal, EC observer's car attacked

Missing Woman Traced in Five Hours After Landing at RGIA

After a quick investigation, police identified that she had booked a cab.

BJP and Shiv Sena finalise 137-90 seat formula for BMC polls

Sridhar Babu, Kumar Birla To Join BITSAA Meet On January 10

Governor Jishnu Dev Varma will inaugurate the conference on January 9.

GHMC Amendments To Be Discussed In Coming Days

The BJP presented a list of 32 items that it wanted discussed in the House. BJPLP leader Maheshwar Reddy urged the government to hold a debate on

New Year Bonanza for NIMS Staff as Earned Leave Encashment Scheme Gets Nod

Nims employees drawing AIIMS (Central) pay scales had been seeking the facility for several years.

Clubs, Bars Raided to Curb Drug Use

According to DCP Vaibhav Gaikwad, the H-NEW has formed multiple special cluster teams that were conducting discreet checks at the establishments

FIFA received 150 million World Cup ticket requests, Infantino says

This month fan groups criticised the cost of tickets, which were several times more expensive than those for similar matches at the 2022 tourname

Fire breaks out at industrial building near Kallayi

Is 3I/ATLAS really no ordinary comet? Wobbly double jets fuel wild alien debate

The interstellar object 3I/ATLAS has spotted global attention because of its rotating double jet structure. The majority of the astronomers defin

Trump, Netanyahu meet in Florida to discuss Gaza, Iran

The two leaders also discussed Iran, with Trump saying that if Tehran rebuilt its nuclear facilities the United States would knock them down.

Hung council poses challenge for LDF in standing committee polls in Kozhikode Corporation

Gig Workers Union Seeks Taxi Fare Regulation

The judge directed the government pleader for transport, and for the legal metrology to file their response.

DC Edit | Justice Above Technicalities

Rape is one of the worst offences that puts the victim through long-term physical, psychological, and emotional trauma. If the public authorities

Didi: I Dont Appease, I Practise Secularism

Sharing details of Durga Angan project, she informed that the destination spread across two lakh sq ft can accommodate one lakh visitors daily.

Bars, Pubs To Face Action if Patrons Caught Drunk Driving on New Years Eve

Drunk driving, rash driving and ride refusals to attract strict penalties

Trump Says US Hit Docking Area For Alleged Venezuela Drug Boats

Donald Trump said Monday the United States had hit and destroyed a docking area for alleged Venezuela drug-running boats -- in what could amount

Will Drive Illegals Out of the Country: Shah

Shah also accused previous Congress governments of failing to honour the sacrifices made during the Assam Movement.

Vishwamanava Day: Kuvempus thoughts and values hailed as guiding light for society

Revanth: Get Ready for BRS in Assembly

Tells ministers, MLAs to counter allegations

Wealth quote of the day by Daniel Kahneman: Success = Talent + Luck; Great Success = A little more talent + A lot of .... - Why the Nobel economist says skill alone is never enough

Wealth quote of the day by Daniel Kahneman: Success = Talent + Luck; Great Success = A little more talent + A lot of luck. Building personal weal

Cylinder explosion at PG in Kundalahalli kills man, injures 3

Delhi HC grants bail to influencer Sandeepa Virk in money laundering case

Is DMK-Congress Alliance on Shaky Ground?

Debt comments trigger alliance tensions as TNCC reaffirms tie-up with DMK

DC Edit | In 2025, India Awoke To Power Of Independence

The narrative of the near war that India and Pakistan fought for four days in May might have two versions

Trump Says He Was Very Angry Over Alleged Ukraine Attack On Putin Residence

US President Donald Trump on Monday said Russian President Vladimir Putin told him Ukraine tried to attack Putin's residence in northern Russia,

New Year tradition explained: Why people eat 12 grapes at midnight

Spain has a unique New Year tradition where people eat 12 grapes at midnight. Each grape stands for one month of the year and is believed to brin

State Names Advisers For Yoga, Mass Communication And Endowments

Chief Secretary K. Vijayanand issued orders appointing the advisers.

11,460-crore Budget proposals cleared by the GHMC Standing Committee

Bathukamma Award for Gnapakalu

Consolation prizes awarded to Kalakarudu, Nightingale on Wheels, Varasudu, Praja Prabhutvam and special jury prizes to God ela brathakali and Son

HYDRAA Fences Off Rs.13 Crore Miyapur Park

Residents of Ushodaya Enclave have been demanding the restoration of the park for a long period of time, but local authorities failed to act desp

Four killed, 9 hurt as reversing BEST bus crashes into pedestrians in Mumbai's Bhandup

The incident took place at around 10 p.m .at busy Station Road in suburban Bhandup (West) when the bus crashed into pedestrians while reversing

Rangasamy Seeks 25% Quota For Pondy Natives In Pondicherry University Courses

In the memorandum, Rangasamy said the demand for reservation had been pending for several decades and reflected the aspirations of the government

Thought of the day by General George S Patton: Courage is fear holding on a minute longer

General George S. Patton Jr., a prominent and controversial World War II commander, was renowned for his aggressive leadership and belief in offe

Who could replace Karoline Leavitt during her maternity leave? Here are some names doing the rounds

White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt announced her second pregnancy, prompting speculation about who will fill her role during maternity

Sanjeev Ahluwalia | Synchronise The AI Pace, Robotics, Population Fall

For half a century after the Second World War, ideology did fashion coordinated political action the liberal, free market Western theology versu

On Humanitarian Grounds: Karnataka To Rehouse Families Hit By Bengaluru Demolition Drive

The Karnataka government on Monday decided to provide alternate housing to those genuine homeless whose illegally constructed houses or sheds wer

DNA TV Show: Why Israel does not want Asim Munir's troops in Gaza peacekeeping force?

United States President Donald Trump mediated to formulate a Gaza peace plan to stop the yearslong conflict between Israel and Hamas in the Pales

Jupalli Blames Centre for Urea Shortage in Telangana

Responding to Bodh MLA Anil Jadhav, Krishna Rao said that the state government had taken the problems of soybean farmers to the attention of the

Irukulla Manga Named AMC Chairperson in Asifabad

Manga is a senior Congress leader and a former district Mahila Congress president

Trump says US would strike again if Iran is rebuilding nuclear program

President Trump warned Iran against rebuilding its nuclear program, stating the U.S. would launch swift and forceful attacks if they proceed. Whi

RIL denies report on govt seeking $30 billion compensation

Reliance Industries Limited (RIL) has denied a Reuters report claiming the government sought $30 billion in compensation for gas production short

Explained: Is Peace In Ukraine Any Closer After Trump-Zelensky Talks?

US President Donald Trump met his Ukrainian counterpart Volodymyr Zelenskiy on Sunday and said the two were maybe very close to a deal to end the

Keys Next Year? Delhi Moves to Repair Long-Abandoned Flats For Poor

After lying vacant for over a decade, thousands of Economically Weaker Section (EWS) flats in Delhi may finally see residents move in. The Delhi

LIVE: US President Donald Trump meets Israeli PM Netanyahu to discuss Gaza Ceasefire 2nd phase

As 2025 Wraps Up, People Look for Slower Transition

Psychologists say winter, reflection and fatigue shape the quiet days before the New Year

From law to teakwood: Barabanki entrepreneur scales a furniture venture

Laxmi Narayan, a former advocate from Barabanki, explains how an interest-free loan which formalise and expand his teakwood furniture startup.

Sarsatpur to store shelves: Farmer turns founder with namkeen microenterprise

Sarsatpur to store shelves: Farmer turns founder with namkeen microenterprise

Why inclusion drives business growth

Progress may face resistance, but equality continues to hold firm. For businesses, this is a reminder that inclusion is not a seasonal gesture bu

Vaishno Devi Pilgrimage Sees Dip Over Security Concerns, Bad Weather

The pilgrim footfall at the Mata Vaishno Devi shrine atop Trikuta hills in Reasi district of Jammu and Kashmir fell below the 70-lakh mark in 202

Why your year-end bonus looks lighter this year taxes, fees and hidden deductions explained

Bonus tax withholding: Americans opening year-end bonus statements face a shock. A large chunk of extra pay vanishes immediately due to tax rules

Hours After Party With Friends, Flight Attendant Dies In Gurugram

A flight attendant who was visiting a friend in DLF Phase 1, died after experiencing difficulty in breathing, police said on Monday.

Lifes Still Unfair: Frankie Muniz returns as Malcolm in first look at long-awaited reboot

Malcolm in the Middle is making a comeback with a limited revival that revisits the popularly dysfunctional family years following the original s

Man Arrested For Abusive Online Post Against Bengali Actor After Messi Chaos

The police have arrested a man from Bihar for allegedly posting abusive and obscene comments on social media targeting Bengali actress Shubhashre

Collection of short stories that strikes a chord with music lovers

Letters to The Editor December 30, 2025

L. Murugan urges Union govt. to rename Tuticorin airport

Ponguleti Wants Collectors to Evict Land Grabbers

Ponguleti suggested that revenue land be transferred to the defence ministry where necessary, and alternative land be taken from them in return,

State spends more than 1,500 cr. on high-end procedures under CMCHIS