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A poetic tribute to Mohamul heroine Yamuna

Poet Manushyaputhiran, the author of the collection, says that a news report published in The Hindu was the inspiration for one of his poems, whi

Reliance cuts push India to third among Russian fuel buyers

New Delhi: India fell to third place among buyers of Russian fossil fuels in December 2025 after Reliance Industries and state-owned refiners sha

Woman injured at Government Hospital

Represented Peoples Aspiration, Have Met Five PMs On Kashmir Issue: Shabir Shah To SC

New Delhi, Jan 13: Kashmiri separatist leader Shabir Ahmed Shah, an accused in a terror funding case, on Tuesday told the Supreme Court that he h

Kerala Kalolsavam 2026: Students strike the right note for school arts festival

Did CDS Gen Chauhan Talk About Growing Bangladesh-Pakistan Ties? No, Its AI!

We did not find any evidence of General Chauhan making such remarks.

Will firmly take up apple import duty concerns with Centre, says Himachal CM

Chairing a meeting with representatives of orchardists, Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu heard their concern over the Centres move of slashi

Indias rice exports to top buyer Iran stall on protests, tariff worries

MUMBAI/NEW DELHI, Jan 13 (Reuters) Indias basmati rice exports to Iran have slowed to a near standstill amid the protests gripping the Gulf coun

Top news of the day: India does not approve of any activity in Shaksgam Valley, says Army Chief; Centre asks Quick commerce platforms to stop 10-minute delivery, and more

The major news headlines of the day and more.

Motherhood through grammar lessons: Baby Arihas mother learns German to speak to her as Modi raises case with Merz

The separation has now stretched into its fifth year despite the dismissal of abuse allegations against the childs parents.

Samathuva Pongal festival held at Erode Collectorate

From 60 pc of global cases to zero: 15 years since India eliminated polio

January 13 marked a historic milestone in Indias public health journey, as the country completed 15 years since its last reported case of wild po

Platinum jubilee alumni meet held at PSG College of Technology in Coimbatore

LG Sinha Launches Special Edition Of Hindu Education Society Kashmirs Sangarmal Magazine

Jammu, Jan 13: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Tuesday launched the special edition of Sangarmal magazine published by Hindu Education Society

Low-risk bird flu confirmed in Kollam

An outbreak of low-risk avian influenza, identified as H9N2, has been confirmed at the Thottathara hatchery in Ayur, Kollam district, following t

Rupee declines 4 paise to close at 90.21 against US dollar

Mumbai, Jan 13 (PTI) The rupee declined 4 paise to close at 90.21 (provisional) against the US dollar on Tuesday, weighed down by higher crude oi

Snake bites Uttar Pradesh rickshaw driver; he reaches hospital with reptile

In a bizarre incident in Uttar Pradeshs Mathura district, a 39-year-old e-rickshaw driver walked into a government hospital carrying a 1.5-foot-l

Congress stages hunger strike against Centre in Erode

UP: Man carries snake with him to hospital after being bitten

Mathura (UP): An e-rickshaw driver walked into the district hospital here with a 1.5-foot-long snake in his pocket, which had allegedly bitten hi

140-year YouTube video that has left viewers completely confused

Hyderabad: Imagine clicking on a YouTube video that says its 140 years long. Sounds impossible, right? But thats exactly what happened when a vid

Stock markets end lower on foreign fund outflows, selling in blue-chips

Mumbai, Jan 13 (PTI) Equity benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty ended lower on Tuesday after a days breather, tracking unabated foreign fund outfl

Jharkhand woman overcomes fathers murder, poverty to join BSF

Hazaribag: Ranjana Kumari, a 22-year-old woman from a remote village in Jharkhands Hazaribag district, has overcome the trauma of her fathers mur

Five govt employees sacked for terror links; total dismissals reach 87

Action has been taken against a teacher, lab technician, lineman, forest worker, and health department driver following security agency inputs li

Jana Nayagan censor row: Supreme Court to hear on January 19 plea filed by movie production house

On January 9, the Madras High Court stayed a single judge's order directing the CBFC to immediately grant a censor certificate to the Vijay-starr

Modi will never succeed in suppressing voice of Tamil people: Rahul on Jana Nayagan row

New Delhi, Jan 13 (PTI) Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Tuesday alleged that the Centres attempt to block Vijay-starrer Jana Nayagan is an attack

Gunfire and Incredible Luck please

Trump to strike Iran as early as today? Heres what we know and what the reports say

Trump to strike Iran as early as today? President Donald Trump is considering immediate airstrikes against Iran following a lethal crackdown on c

Telangana to showcase its growth vision and investor friendly ecosystem at WEF 2026 in Davos

Telangana CM to hold exclusive interaction with CEOs of global firms to explain States vision

Jana Nayagan censor row: Rahul Gandhi slams govt, says Tamil voice cannot be supressed

Rahul Gandhi said that by blocking Jana Nayagan, the PM Modi-led government cannot silence the voice of the Tamil people.

Haryana police takes down 67 songs promoting gangs and gun culture

Chandigarh: Sixty-seven songs promoting gang lifestyle, glorifying weapons and violence have been removed from digital platforms, the Haryana Pol

As India takes over BRICS 2026 presidency, Jaishankar says focus on humanity-first strategy to promote global welfare

The Ministry of External Affairs released the logo, theme and website for the summit; logo is designed on the lotus flower

Tata Motors launches new Punch with turbo-petrol engine, first-in-segment CNG AMT option in India

The Buyers Safety Net: How Car Inspection Services Enhance the Pre-Delivery Inspection for Used Cars.

Buying a used car is a high-stakes emotional rollercoaster. On one hand, there is the excitement of driving home a new-to-you vehicle at a fracti

When systems fail, pathogens triumph

Right direction, speed will help achieve 'Viksit Bharat' goal: CDS General Anil Chauhan

Chief of Defence Staff Gen Anil Chauhan stated that India will achieve its 'Viksit Bharat' goal with the right direction and speed, emphasizing n

Over 100 Children Killed In Gaza Since Truce, Nearly All From Strikes: UN

The UN children's agency said on Tuesday that over 100 children have been killed in Gaza since the October ceasefire, including victims of drone

DJ Priest Draws 2,000 To Beirut Nightclub Amid Criticism

In a packed Beirut nightclub, electronic beats pulsed alongside projected videos of popes in white robes as Catholic priest Father Guilherme Peix

Regime At Its End: Germany's Merz Predicts Collapse Of Iranian Leadership

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz said on Tuesday he assumes Iran's leadership is in its final days and weeks as it faces widespread protests.

German Chancellor in Bengaluru: Friedrich Merz visits Bosch campus, IISc

Chancellor Merzs visit underscored the deep economic and technological ties between India and Germany in the areas of mobility, manufacturing and

MGNREGA was 'guarantee of loot', no scope for even Rs 1 corruption in VB-G RAM G: Rijiju

Union Minister Kiren Rijiju declared the MGNREGA a 'guarantee of loot'. He asserted the new 'Viksit Bharat-Guarantee for Rozgar and Aajeevika Mis

Russia launches another major attack on Ukraines power grid, killing 4

Kyiv: Russia launched a second major drone and missile bombardment of Ukraine in four days, officials said on Tuesday, January 13, aiming again a

280 Gangsters Arrested In 5 States: Inside Delhi Police's 'Op Gang Bust'

280 gangsters were among the 854 criminals arrested by the Delhi Police in a 48-hour-long crackdown across five states as part of Delhi Police's

On Post-Poll Ties With BJP In Mumbai Civic Body, Ajit Pawar's Emphatic No

Ajit Pawar, Deputy Chief Minister of Maharashtra, brushed away the possibility of aligning with the BJP after the civic elections in Mumbai.

Lt Governor Manoj Sinha Sacks 5 J&K Government Employees For Terror Links

Five government employees in Jammu and Kashmir have been sacked after they were found to be supporting terrorists. The action, sources said, is p

Mathura man carries snake in pocket to hospital after being bitten

However, it is suspected that the snake belonged to Deepak, the CMS added

How Sony Virdi Is Redefining the School Experience of Sikkim Children

Sony Virdi transforms Sikkim's education through the Play Way method, digital tablets, and building India's first sustainable Green Campus.

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

Somnath temples rebuilding reflects resilience of Sanatana Dharma: Amit Shah

Shrine symbolises enduring faith and Indias civilisational continuity, says Home Minister

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.

Ghaziabad Horror: Man arrested for allegedly beating girlfriend to death after nightlong stay, post-mortem reveals brutal assault

A 34-year-old labourer was arrested after allegedly killing his girlfriend in a Ghaziabad hotel. He stayed with her body overnight before contact

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

Iran unrest hits Indian basmati rice exports, prices slide sharply at home

Civil unrest in Iran has disrupted Indias basmati rice exports, causing payment delays, shipment uncertainty and a sharp drop in domestic prices.

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

Right Direction, Speed Will Help Achieve Viksit Bharat Goal: CDS

New Delhi, Jan 13: The country will achieve the goal of Viksit Bharat (developed India) with the right direction and speed, Chief of Defence Staf

Guntur police recover gold jewellery worth 5 lakh in three hours

67 Songs Promoting Gun Culture, Mafia Lifestyle Removed: Haryana Police

Haryana's crackdown on music glorifying weapons and gang life reflects a broader initiative to protect the youth from the allure of crime and its

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

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

Myanmar pro-military party claims most seats in junta-run election

The junta is overseeing a staggered election it pledges will return power to the people after the third and final phase of voting on January 25

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

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

Ducati to launch 10 new models this year

Mumbai: Italian luxury motorcycle maker Ducati on Tuesday said it has lined up 10 new and updated motorcycle models for launch in the domestic ma

Kashmir Amalgam Sounds Alarm Over Intrusive Police Data Drive

In a statement issued here on Tuesday, the MMU said it had received credible reports that police personnel were circulating extensive multipage f

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