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3,155 Indian Nationals Deported From US This Year As Of Nov 21: Govt Tells Parl

The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) was asked whether it is a fact that several Indians who entered through donkey route, were recently deport

Sonia Heaps Praise on CM for Summit

In a letter addressed to the Chief Minister on Friday, Mrs Gandhi expressed confidence that the summit would serve as a major step toward realisi

Is Trumps FIFA Peace Prize decision influenced by Myanmars 'crony tycoon Zaw Zaw, accused of 'extrajudicial killings'?

Donald Trump received the inaugural FIFA Peace Prize on December 5, an award created just a month prior. The decision, lacking transparency and a

Delhi University law student stabbed to death in south Delhi's Sangam Vihar; 2 held

Irshad, a first-year LLB student at Delhi University's Campus Law Centre, had multiple stab injuries, the police said.

Geriatric Wards With 20 Beds Each To Come Up In Govt Hospitals, Says DME

The DME announced that Dr Prem Sagar, head of the department at Osmania Medical College, has been appointed state nodal officer for geriatric ser

Telangana Government Employee Loses Rs 12.9 Lakh in Job Scam

The fraudsters returned him a small amount

Russia makes first delivery of Nuclear-fuel for TN nuclear plant's 3rd unit

Undeterred by global pressures, Russia has commenced nuclear fuel deliveries for Kudankulam's third unit, reinforcing its commitment to uninterru

December 6: Weather Forecast & Prayer Timings

Maximum and minimum temperatures are likely to be around 29 C and 16C respectively

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Pawan Wants Kerala-Type Education In AP Involving Parents

Addressing a large gathering at the Mega Teachers-Parents Meeting (PTM) held at Sarada ZP High School in Chilakaluripet of Palnadu district on Fr

AP Minister Flags Poor Safety, Unpaid Dues at Visakhapatnam Projects

On Friday, AP Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board chairman Valavala Mallikarjuna Rao, labour department additional secretary Ga

MCD budget: no new taxes, focus on sanitation, health

Will boost revenue collection, says Commissioner, notes that liabilities have swelled to 15,791.8 cr., nearly the budgets size; plan for shelter

Australia Varsities Tie Up With Telangana Institutions

Visiting minister Julian Hill pushes for practical collaborations, clear goals and student pathways

India, Russia agree to boost efforts on joint climate action

India and Russia have pledged to boost joint efforts on climate action, aligning with global UN goals and the Paris Agreement. Both nations will

Telangana Rising Summit To Be Purely Economic Meet: Revanth

CM asks officials to ensure that delegates are provided seamless, high-quality experience during meet

Prasar Bharati signs MoUs with Russian media organisations

The organisations include Joint Stock Company Gazprom-media Holding; National Media Group, BIG ASIA Media Group, ANO TV-Novosti, and TV BRICS

Bitcoin (BTC USD) lags S&P 500 for first time since 2014 as AI stocks lead 2025 rally gold and silver also gain

Bitcoin (BTC USD vs S&P 500: Bitcoin is unexpectedly falling behind the S&P 500's strong 2025 rally. Artificial intelligence stocks and precious

Top heart doctors reveal the 4 frozen foods you should be eating for a healthier heart

Eating frozen foods can help your heart stay healthy. Experts say frozen berries, spinach, salmon and edamame keep important nutrients and are ea

Two illegal coke plants demolished: Govt to HC

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Dec 5: The state government has informed the High Court of Meghalaya that two illegal coke oven plants violating the Me

After 17-year delay, GSWSS Phase-III to be commissioned in March

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Dec 5: Ending a nearly 17-year wait, the Greater Shillong Water Supply Scheme Phase-III is projected to be fully commis

CM, Speaker condole passing of former min

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Dec 5: Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma and Assembly Speaker Thomas A Sangma on Friday mourned the demise of former minis

KHADC EC expanding toll gates sans tenders: Cong

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Dec 5: The Meghalaya Congress has levelled a serious allegation against the VPP-led Executive Committee in the Khasi Hi

Tezpur university crisis deepens as prof takes charge as acting VC suo motu

Tezpur University faces turmoil as senior professor Dhruba Bhattacharyya takes charge as acting vice-chancellor, citing university statutes. This

Congress maintains debt trap looming

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Dec 5: Congress chief Vincent H Pala fired back at Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma, warning that Meghalaya is heading t

Two rapists convicted in SWKH, get RI

From Our Correspondent MAWKYRWAT, Dec 5: The Court of the Special Judge (POCSO), South West Khasi Hills, Mawkyrwat, has convicted two men for rap

Govt to absorb Border Wing Home Guards personnel into SDRF

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Dec 5: In a significant step to strengthen Meghalayas disaster response capacity, the state government has approved the

International tiger trafficker held by M.P. tiger strike force from Sikkim

Yangchen Lachungpa (44), wanted under an INTERPOL Red Notice and involved in alleged trafficking of tiger body parts, was held from Lachung in No

Pakistan army labels imprisoned ex-leader Imran Khan 'mentally ill' after he criticizes army chief

Pakistan's army chief has hit back at former Prime Minister Imran Khan. Khan had called the army chief mentally unstable. The army spokesperson l

India-Russia Summit-Level Talks | Terror strikes in Pahalgam or Crocus, roots are same: PM

Terrorism an Assault on Humanity; IndiaRussia to intensify counter-terror efforts New Delhi, Dec 5:Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Russian Presi

6,385 startups closed till October: Ministry

As of October 31, 2025, 6,385 recognized startups have been dissolved. Maharashtra leads with 1,200 closures, followed by Karnataka and Delhi. Th

Trump Administration Will Expand Travel Ban To More Than 30 Countries, Noem Says

The expansion would build on a travel ban already announced in June by the Republican administration, which barred travel to the US for citizens

FIFA gives President Donald Trump Peace Prize in departure from its traditional focus on sport

This is truly one of the great honours of my life, U.S. President Donald Trump said.

After 10-yr chase, wildlife sleuths nab the ghost

Interpol-wanted wildlife trafficker Yangchen Lachungpa, a decade-long fugitive, was apprehended in a remote Sikkim village. Her arrest, following

1 of 2 cubs released in Kuno on Cheetah Day is dead

Five Nights at Freddy's 3, FNAF 2 ending, mid and post-credits scenes explained

Five Nights at Freddy's 3, FNAF 2 ending, and mid and post-credits scenes explained as the sequel sets up major story threads for the next movie.

1 of 2 cubs released in Kuno on International Cheetah Day is dead

Tragedy struck India's cheetah reintroduction project as a 10-month-old cub died in Kuno National Park just a day after its 'historic' release. T

Waqf Board Registered 31,000 Properties on Umeed

Board to seek time for uploading 3,000 more pending properties

What ginger really does to your Blood Pressure doctors say the effect may surprise you

Ginger is rich in bioactive compounds such as gingerols and shogaols, which may help to maintain healthy blood pressure and overall heart wellnes

US Supreme Court Agrees To Hear Trump Birthright Citizenship Order Case

The Supreme Court agreed on Friday to take up the constitutionality of President Donald Trump's order on birthright citizenship declaring that ch

Growing tribe of migrant voters find voice in local body polls

Cardiologists warn its the worst time of year for your heart, but 2 simple tips can save you

During the holidays, lifestyle changes such as overeating, alcohol consumption, travel, and interrupted routines can elevate stress on the heart.

Fog, dry weather to continue across Jammu Hills, Valley

Jammu Tawi, Dec 5:Night temperatures recorded an improvement across Jammu and Kashmir on Friday, with most stations in the Valley and Jammu regio

Sri Thyaga Brahma Gana Sabhas 80thanniversary celebrations held in city

Lokesh Heads To US, Canada To Bring Investments For AP

On December 8 and 9, he will hold meetings in San Francisco with key technology and manufacturing companies to discuss new investments and strate

Netanyahu mocks corruption trial as 'Bugs Bunny' farce

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu denounced the ongoing corruption case against him as a Bugs Bunny trial and defended his controversial

IndiGo breakdown hits flyers in Jammu, Srinagar

Endless waits, no clarity on refunds leaves passengers fuming Srinagar, Dec 5:Chaos and frustration continued to grip air travellers on Friday as

New York Times sues Perplexity AI for 'illegal' copying of content

The New York Times has filed a lawsuit against AI startup Perplexity. The Times claims Perplexity copied and used its articles without permission

J&K sees highest POCSO case disposal in 5 years: Centre

New Delhi, Dec 5:Jammu and Kashmir has registered 42 Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) cases in 2025 out of which 23 cases were

Draw held for 2026 World Cup; Inaugural FIFA Peace Prize preseneted to Trump

FIFA Gives President Donald Trump A Peace Prize

Award sparks debate as Infantino praises Trumps global peace efforts despite scrutiny over recent policies

A Renewed Bastar Raises Hope For Saving Indias Wild Buffalo Species

Indravati National Park in Bijapur district under south Bastar houses around 15-20 wild buffaloes of Central Indian species. They are spotted fre

J&K gets new 379 MBBS, 118 PG seats for 2025-26

New Delhi, Dec 5:The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare informed that the National Medical Commission (NMC) Friday said that Jammu and Kashmir

Detained AAP MLAs plea listed for final hearing on Dec 18

First Lady Melania Trump cheers hospitalised children for Christmas, reads story to kids

PM Modi points to Pakistan as root of Pahalgam, crocus terror attacks

India and Russia are standing together against terrorism. Prime Minister Modi stated that attacks in Pahalgam and Russia share the same root. Bot

Devotees Throng Dokiparru for Grand Sri Srinivasa Kalyanam

Special arrangements were made for Paada Seva and deepa aaradhana, with devotees offering coconuts and lighting lamps

Manipur govt warns: No group must issue threats or decrees

Manipur Government issues a stern warning to anti-social elements. These elements are reportedly threatening citizens and disrupting peace. Polic

Russia eyes bigger fertiliser play, calls for duty cut

Russia has ramped up its fertilizer exports to India, now commanding a staggering 26% of the subcontinents fertilizer imports. This surge contrib

'AI will not shape judicial decisions': SC

India's Supreme Court judges are exercising extreme caution with artificial intelligence. They have stated that AI will not be allowed to dictate

Trump unveils radical foreign policy shift, warns Europe faces decline

President Trump unveiled a new national security strategy prioritizing America First and regional concerns, notably elevating Latin America. The

Pedestrian electrocuted after live wire falls on truck near him

'Name VCs or we step in,' SC tells Kerala govt, governor

The Supreme Court has warned the Kerala Governor and government. If they cannot agree on Vice Chancellor appointments for two universities, the c

After respite from bleak weather, city may get light to moderate rain today

Left Alone In Old Age Along Alipiri Footpaths To Tirumala

The elderly survive mainly on food offered by devotees

Doctors say: Dont skip that morning orange juice heres the reason why

Drinking a small glass of 100% orange juice every morning can help your heart and overall health. It has vitamin C, flavonoids, and plant sterols

RBI Governor expects deposit rates to ease but that may not be easy

RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra anticipates deposit rates will moderate, mirroring the central bank's 125 basis point policy rate reduction. He note

20 of 23 OSC operational in J&K: Centre

New Delhi: Union Ministry of Women and Child Development on Thursday informed the Lok Sabha that Jammu and Kashmir has a total of 23 One Stop Cen

Ernakulam Collector orders criminal proceedings against 42 for enrolling in voters list using fake documents

Letters to The Editor December 6, 2025

From across the dark in limelight, Tagore painting up for auction

A significant painting by Rabindranath Tagore, From Across the Dark, is going up for auction. The artwork was gifted to Princess Vidyawati Devi o

Nimmala Stresses Quality Education for Future Citizens

He said Chandrababu Naidu is the only chief minister to have appointed two lakh teachers during his tenure, and that 80 per cent of current teach

J&K gets over Rs 1,801 Cr RDSS grant in 3 years

New Delhi, Dec 5:Jammu & Kashmir has received over Rs 1,800 crore in central grants under the Revamped Distribution Sector Scheme (RDSS) over the

Ernakulam reports highest number of influenza infections in Kerala

A total of 340 cases and two deaths, one each in Thiruvananthapuram and Malappuram, were reported in November

Nirav Modi Cites Lack Of Legal Papers, Seeks Adjournment Of Trial In UK

Nirav Modi, wanted in India to face fraud and money laundering charges, is forced to share a small prison cell with a shared desk with other inma

Russia encouraged by talks with US, ready to engage further: Kremlin

Russia and the United States are making progress in peace talks concerning Ukraine. President Putin met with U.S. envoys, accepting some elements

Chaos reigns supreme at Hyderabad airport, 155 IndiGo flights cancelled

Three-day crisis leaves hundreds stranded at RGIA with lost baggage, long waits and little clarity

Marked for life: On acid attack survivors

Acid attack victims deserve better from courts and law enforcement

Simone Tata, beauty's matriarch, bids adieu at 95

Simone Tata, a transformative figure in Indian retail, has passed away at 95. She revolutionized beauty standards with Lakme and pioneered modern

Parliament Watch: DBT milestone, railways 80% on-time record, electronics imports surge & more

Government transfers have surpassed 47 lakh crore via Aadhaar-linked DBT, significantly reducing leakages and eliminating fake beneficiaries. Ind

Cheetah Cub Dies In Kuno National Park A Day After Being Released Into Wild

One of the two cheetah cubs released into the wild at the Kuno National Park the day before was found dead on Friday, a forest official said.

CS for timely completion of Rs 1,000 Cr health infra projects

Jammu Tawi, Dec 5:Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo today held a meeting to conduct a comprehensive review of several key projects underway in the Hea

Bowlers dew for a good night out: India, South Africa ODI series decider today might depend on which bowling unit holds its nerve

Indian bowlers face challenges in Visakhapatnam ODIs due to dew affecting ball grip and skidding, making it difficult to defend scores. Captain K

No Means No: Shashi Tharoor Introduces Bill Criminalising Marital Rape

Congress MP Shashi Tharoor introduced a private member's bill in the Lok Sabha on Friday to criminalise marital rape and asserted that India must

A growing shadow over digital constitutionalism

Constitutional principles are under threat in a world where data collection, artificial intelligence and surveillance technologies are taking the

ECI Revises SIR Schedule for Kerala in View of Local Body Polls

Under the revised schedule, the draft electoral roll will be published on December 23 as against the earlier date of December 16.

Delhi Police Issues Notice To D K Shivakumar In National Herald Case

The Delhi Police has issued a notice to Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar seeking financial and transactional details as part of its

Saudi Clerics Expected, Biryani For 40,000 At Trinamool MLA's Mosque Event

The venue for suspended TMC MLA Humayun Kabir's foundation-stone ceremony for a 'Babri Masjid-style' mosque in West Bengal's Murshidabad on Decem

White Knight Corps GOC reviews air defence readiness

Jammu, Dec 5: The General Officer Commanding (GOC) of the Armys White Knight Corps, Lieutenant General PK Mishra, on Friday reviewed the overall

Deal without peace: On the U.S. and Congo-Rwanda accord

Trumps announcement of the accord between the Congo and Rwanda is premature

I don't need prizes; I need to save lives: Trump after receiving first FIFA Peace Prize from Gianni Infantino, just a month after its launch

FIFA peace prize Trump: Donald Trump received the first-ever FIFA Peace Prize on December 5, 2025. FIFA President Gianni Infantino presented the