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Review Meeting on Aspirational Block Programme (ABP) held

Excelsior Correspondent LEH, Dec 30: A Review Meeting on the Aspirational Block Programme (ABP) was held here today. The meeting was held via Vid

Guarding the Digital Frontier

The Indian Armys recent decision to relax its social media policy-allowing view-only access to select platforms-marks a calibrated and thoughtful

LAHD-SSRB begins 3-day document verification for Matric & 12th Level Recruitment

Excelsior Correspondent LEH, Dec 30 : The Leh Autonomous Hill Development Subordinate Services Recruitment Board (LAHD-SSRB) today commenced the

Secy, IT, UT Ladakh visits NIELIT Leh; Reviews Student Innovations and R&D Initiatives

Excelsior Correspondent LEH, Dec 30: Secretary, Information Technology, UT Ladakh, Shashanka Ala, today visited the National Institute of Electro

Aggarwal is new interim chief of NIA

NEW DELHI, Dec 30: The Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has issued an order appointing senior Indian Police Service (IPS) officer Rakesh Agga

HC directs ACB to file challan against ARTO

Excelsior Correspondent Srinagar, Dec 30: The High Court has dismissed the plea seeking quashing of FIR by the then ARTO in disproportionate asse

NIA court issues proclamation against 3 NRIs

Excelsior Correspondent Srinagar, Dec 30: The Special National Investigation Agency (NIA) Court, Srinagar, today issued a proclamation against th

Missing man found dead in forest area

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Dec 30: The body of a man who had been reported missing earlier this month was recovered today from a forested are

Border bonds: Jalpaiguri mourns its daughter Khaleda Zia; Bangladesh's first woman PM was born in West Bengal town

Selections for TVS OMC from January 17

Spirit without the spirits: The coolest New Year party is now hangover-free

If infiltrators in West Bengal, who attacked Delhi, Pahalgam, asks Didi

Will restore Bengal's lost glory in 2026: Amit Shah

Union Home Minister Amit Shah predicted a BJP victory with a two-thirds majority in Bengal's 2026 assembly polls, vowing to end infiltration and

Galwan film teaser draws sharp reaction from China

Oman announces 15-member squad for T20 World Cup; Jatinder Singh named skipper

Oman is placed in Group B with Australia (the 2021 champions), Sri Lanka, Zimbabwe, and Ireland, with their first game against Zimbabwe on Februa

Adhir-PM meet on Bengali workers sets off speculation

Centre gives positive signal on ILP-like protection for Mlaya

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Dec 30: The Union government has responded favourably to Meghalayas proposal to introduce an Inner Line Permit-style pr

54 out of the 217 promises made in election manifesto last fulfilled: Haryana CM Nayab Saini

Saini said the resolve of his government was Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas, Sabka Vishwas aur Sabka Prayas

NPP urges Centre to act on Bdesh threat to annex NE

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Dec 30: The National Peoples Party (NPP) on Tuesday said the recent threats by certain elements in Bangladesh to seize

Gurugram Rapid Metro records double-digit jump in ridership and fare revenue

Fare revenue rose by 14.06% to 23.37 crore during the period under review

Gold, silver, and copper prices surge again heres the 2026 gold, silver, and copper outlook amid policy risks, supply deficits, and structural demand

Gold, silver, and copper prices are ending 2025 on a strong note, setting up an intense outlook for 2026. Analysts see rising policy risks, tight

Mlaya may become a haven for Bdeshi infiltrators, KSU warns

By Our Reporter Shillong, Dec 30: The Khasi Students Union (KSU) has raised alarms that Meghalaya risks becoming a haven for illegal entrants and

Cabinet overhaul, VPPs rise, defections shape Mlaya politics in 2025

2025 IN REVIEW By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Dec 30: The political landscape of Meghalaya witnessed significant changes in 2025, marked by a major Ca

Talks with HNLC: BJP wants state govt to take decisive action

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Dec 30: Amid rising concerns over the recent resurgence of the proscribed Hynniewtrep National Liberation Council (HNLC

Cold wave, dense fog grip city as temperatures plummet

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Dec 30: Shillong experienced one of the coldest days of the season on Tuesday, with the minimum temperature dropping to

Bangladeshs first woman PM Khaleda Zia dies

Dhaka, Dec 30: Bangladeshs first woman prime minister Khaleda Zia, who played a major role in restoring democracy after a period of tumultuous mi

NESO seeks capital punishment for Tripura students killers

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Dec 30: Terming the killing of a Tripura student in Dehradun as an extreme manifestation of racial hatred against peopl

Nitish cabinet likely to be expanded after January 15

Party insiders in JD(U) told The Hindu that the Cabinet could be expanded after the inauspicious month of kharmas which goes from mid-December to

Court issues proclamation against three, including businessman Mubeen Shah, architect Tony Ashia, in anti-national propaganda case

Shah is a prominent businessmanwho also served as president of the Kashmir Chamber of Commerce and Industries (KCCI) and also as the chairman of

BREAKING: NYC Mayor-elect Mamdani names man who defended Al-Qaida as transition team chief counsel

Assault row: Sacked Himachal doctor, patient patch up with a hug

A doctor and patient involved in a Shimla assault case publicly reconciled, shaking hands and embracing after apologizing for their scuffle. The

Who was Tatiana Schlossberg and how did a rare form of blood cancer end her life?

Tatiana Schlossberg was an accomplished American environmental journalist and the granddaughter of President John F. Kennedy and First Lady Jacqu

Thought of the day by B.F. Skinner: 'A failure is not always a mistake, it may simply be...' - today's self-development quotes on not giving up by the father of operant conditioning

Thought of the Day: B.F. Skinner, a renowned behaviorist, offers a powerful perspective on failure. He suggests that not all setbacks are mistake

Thought of the day by B.F. Skinner: 'A failure is not always a mistake, it may simply be...' - today's self-development quotes on resilience and not giving up by the father of operant conditioning

Thought of the Day: B.F. Skinner, a renowned behaviorist, offers a powerful perspective on failure. He suggests that not all setbacks are mistake

China, US must get along: Beijings last warning after Trump shows no worries on Taiwan drills

Russia in REVENGE mode? Deploys Oreshnik within Ukraine, Europe range after alleged attack on Putin

Federal Reserves December rate cut exposes deep policy divide Do FOMC minutes complicate 2026 interest rate cuts?

Federal Reserve ended 2025 with a sharply divided decision on interest rates. Newly released December meeting minutes show officials narrowly bac

Proof, not promises: New food products to get strict checks; FSSAI makes scientific evidence mandatory

India's food regulator, FSSAI, will now mandate scientific evidence for all food safety reviews and standard changes from January 1, 2026. Submis

AAP claim on teachers being told to count dogs false: govt.

Sood accuses Oppn. party of spreading lies for social media traction, dares it to share order; AAP sticks to its claims, says govt. is insulting

Gig workers strike likely to dampen New Years Eve celebrations

Govt. to construct 400 km of roads once curbs are lifted: CM

Nalgonda Crossroads-Owaisi Junction Corridor to Open by April

Stressing the need for seamless connectivity once the corridor becomes operational, the Commissioner asked officials to complete land acquisition

Pet dog attack sparks clash between two neighbours

Winter Session: govt. to table CAG report on Sheesh Mahal

Who was Colonel Santosh Babu? 37-year-old war hero of 2020 Galwan valley clash and inspiration behind Salman Khan's character in Battle of Galwan

Here's everything you need to know Colonel Santosh Babu, who has inspired Salman Khan's character in Battle of Galwan. Based on the 2020 Galwan V

Wolf Supermoon January 2026: Here's when and where to watch the first full moon of the year

The first full moon of 2026, a 'Wolf Supermoon,' will rise on Saturday, January 3rd. This celestial event, the last of four consecutive supermoon

HC bans construction near dargah on Yamuna floodplains

Hyderabad: Youth Booked for Circulating Fake Leopard Image

Investigators later traced the origin of the image to Ravinder, who was identified as the creator and circulator of the AI-generated content. A c

Ellyse Perry, Annabel Sutherland withdraw from WPL due to personal reasons

The WPL announced in a release that Indian all-rounder Sayali Satghare will join the RCB as a replacement for Perry

Speeding SuV Hits School Auto; Two Students Injured

The SI said the road at the accident spot was narrow. Passers-by and local residents helped remove the students and their schoolbags from the dam

Grassroots Innovators Take Centre Stage at RTIH Summit

Dhatri observed that while communities face multiple social and economic challenges, grassroots innovators often respond with practical, context-

Strong Court Follow-Up Helps Satya Sai District Improve Convictions

The SP said police teams also successfully handled bandobast arrangements for the week-long centenary birth anniversary celebrations of Sri Satya

World Blitz: Carlsen Wins Record-Extending 9th Title, Erigaisi Settles for Bronze

The victory was all the more sweet and fulfilling for the Norwegian after a string of losses in the qualifying (Swiss round) where he literally s

LIVE: NYC Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani makes big announcement ahead of taking oath on January 1

Jupally Proposes Two-Way Rural-to-Urban Cultural Exchange

Assuring full government support for transformative reforms, Jupally urged officials and field staff to work in close coordination to achieve the

Wealth quote of the day by Bill Ackman: Investing is.. ignore the noise. How Ackmans high-conviction, activist bets turned pressure into profits

Wealth quote of the day by Bill Ackman: Investing is one of the few businesses where you can do everything right and still lose money in the shor

Your 2026 tax return is changing: 5 IRS rule updates every filer needs to know

IRS tax rules are changing for 2026, and Americans need to be ready. Standard deductions are going up, seniors may get extra savings, and new tax

City hospital launches TMS therapy to treat neurological conditions

Minister asks protesting healthcare workers to be cautious of middlemen

Secondary grade teachers protest enters fifth day

In 2025, 46 terrorists killed in 35 incidents across J&K

Security operations keep J&K violence at historic low Op Sindoor destroyed across LoC terror camps, neutralised 100 terrorists 26 civilians kille

Man booked for setting fire to bike after police seize it

State Wants Centre to Waive Toll Fee on HydVijayawada Highway for Sankranti

Roads and buildings minister Komatireddy Venkat Reddy urged the Union highways minister Nitin Gadkari to exempt toll collection from people trave

Army trains VDGs against terrorists in Chenab valley

Jammu Tawi, Dec 30 : Amid an intensive counter-terrorist operation in the higher reaches of Chenab valley, the Army has also stepped up efforts t

CEC member to visit Bannerghatta National Park following petition against reduction of buffer zone

The petition argues that the notification regarding the reduction of ESZ has excluded ecologically critical areas surrounding established elephan

Court grants bail to DySP, SI among 8 accused in custodial torture case

Srinagar, Dec 30: The Principal District & Sessions Judge, Kupwara in Jammu and Kashmir on Tuesday granted bail to eight accused in the infamous

Greater Chennai Police tighten vigil for peaceful New Year celebrations

Jammu symbol of Indias national unity: LG

Says Jammus indomitable spirit kept J&K integration alive Jammu Tawi, Dec 30:Describing Jammu as symbol of Indias national unity, Lieutenant Gove

Anti-terror ops launched in Kishtwar, Doda & Poonch

J&Ks 2025 weather calamity: 199 lives lost, over 8,000 homes wiped out

38 remain missing, many presumed dead12,000 livestock lost Jammu Tawi, Dec 30:Jammu and Kashmir faced one of its deadliest years for weather-rela

Ikkis first review out: Agastya Nanda-starrer is 'heartfelt', Dharmendra 'breaks your heart', Jaideep Ahlawat surprises in Sriram Raghavan film

Starring Agastya Nanda, Jaideep Ahlawat, Dharmendra in his last performance, and Akshay Kumar's niece Simar Bhatia in her acting debut, Ikkis is

Prioritising cleft care as a health issue

Comprehensive cleft care for children in India is driven by the non-profit private model while government has achieved little in creating awarene

Army marks transformative 2025, highlights 10 pivotal milestones

Op Sindoor, capability upgrades emerge as landmark moves Jammu Tawi, Dec 30: As 2025 draws to a close, the Indian Army has outlined ten pivotal m

JKCA elections set for Jan 16 after 8-year gap

Members hails BCCI Prez Manhas to streamline cricket in J&K Jammu Tawi, Dec 30:After nearly eight years, the Jammu & Kashmir Cricket Association

Nirmal: Surveyor, Aide Held in Land Bribe Case

The bureau has urged citizens to report bribery by public servants via its toll-free number 1064, WhatsApp (9440446106), or social media handles

Police say north Indian identity was not behindthe attack on Odisha youth in Tiruttani

We examined the Odisha youths version in the complaint and the FIRand found that the incident occurred after he questioned the boys as to why the

Not Racism, But Will Probe That Too: Dehradun Cop On Tripura Student's Death

The killing of Anjel Chakma, the student from Tripura in Uttarakhand's Dehradun, was probably not a racial attack, the police say, but they also

Chargesheet against Bihar man in fake job cheating case

Srinagar, Dec 30 : The Economic Offences Wing of Crime Branch has submitted a chargesheet in absentia against a Bihar resident before a court in

Police to Curb Traffic for New Year Eve

All flyovers in Hyderabad, except Begumpet and Tolichowki, will be closed on a need basis during the night.

Adivasis Begin Annual Gangajal Padayatra, Braving the Winter Chill

The sacred Gangajal will be used to perform Mahapuja to the Nagoba deity during the night of January 18. The Mahapuja marks the beginning of the

Sarvesh Rai appointed PCCF, J&K

Jammu Tawi, Dec 30: The Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, Government of India has appointed Sarvesh Rai, an Indian Forest Servi

Harmanpreet Leads India's 15-run Win Over SL in 5th T20I, 5-0 Series Triumph

Harmanpreet's first fifty of the series came at an important juncture in the game when India were left struggling at 77 for five

Gig Workers to Go on Flash Strike on New Years Eve

Minister Vivek urges Centre to build pressure on aggregators.

In a historic first, Constitution of India translated in Kashmiri

Richard Smallwood passed away at 77: What happened to the Grammy-nominated Gospel singer and songwriter

Richard Smallwood: Gospel music legend Richard Smallwood has passed away at the age of 77. He died from complications related to kidney failure.

Letters to The Editor December 31, 2025

SEBI Cancels Registration Of 'Research Analyst' Found Running Grocery Shop

In a shocking case that surprised even the regulator, the Securities and Exchange Board of India has cancelled the registration of a person who w

Devotion Sweeps Temples Across AP For Vaikuntha Ekadasi

Temple administrations, endowments department officials and police personnel across districts worked through the day to manage the unprecedented

Zohran Mamdanis NYC Mayor swearing-in: Date, time, venue, and full details

Zohran Mamdani will be sworn in as New York City mayor in a private ceremony. The event will take place moments after midnight on New Year's Day.

Properties Worth Over Rs 100 crore Attached In Chhattisgarh Liquor Scam

The Enforcement Directorate alleged that a criminal syndicate, involving senior bureaucrats and political figures of the state, completely hijack