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Gate closing timings at Pandeshwar railway level crossing unveiled

Gate is closed 11 times a day, four times in the forenoon and seven times in the afternoon and evening

When Spring unites faiths: Basant Panchami at Hyderabads Shaikhji Hali Dargah

Hyderabad: A Hindu festival at a Muslim shrine! Sounds incredible. It may even seem improbable to some. Yet every spring, Hyderabads Hazrath Shai

Veteran journalist, India's chronicler Mark Tully passes away in Delhi at 90

An acclaimed author, Tully was the presenter of the BBC Radio 4 programme Something Understood

BC Protection Act to Boost Morale: Krishnaiah

We have been fighting for a BC Protection Bill for the past 30 years

Bhogapuram set for Shamsabad-like boom, says Manchu Manoj

Wildlife activist seeks CBI probe into irregularities at Delhi Zoo

Wildlife activist Ajay Dubey flagged a series of incidents at the Delhi Zoo, including the killing of wildlife, the illegal felling of trees, and

Two Held With Tiger Claws, Teeth in Kurnool

Further investigation is under way to identify other members of the smuggling network, forest officials said

Dharmendra, Adman Piyush Pandey, Cricketer Rohit Sharma Among Padma Awardees

Dharmendra honoured with Padma Vibhushan (posthumous), Rohit Sharma with Padma Shri. See full list

Yadavagiri Area Sabha meets, addresses civic challenges

Presidential address LIVE: President Droupadi Murmu to address the nation on Republic Day eve

The address will be broadcast from 7 p.m. on the entire national network of Akashvani and telecast over all channels of Doordarshan in Hindi foll

Every Vote Shapes Indias Destiny: LG Manoj Sinha At National Voters Day Celebrations In Jammu

Jammu, Jan 25: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Saturday graced the 16th National Voters Day celebrations in Jammu, calling upon citizens espec

LIVE: European Council President Costa & EU Chief Ursula Von Der Leyen receive guard of honour

Probe Agency ED Files Complaint Against Winzo, Alleges Rs 3,522 Crore Scam

The Directorate of Enforcement (ED), Bengaluru Zonal Office, filed a Prosecution Complaint on January 23, 2026, before the Special Court under th

Ratha Saptami Draws Huge Crowds to Tirumala Hills

The festival commenced in the early hours with the Surya Prabha Vahanam procession at around 5.30 am, before sunrise

TikTok Down outage: What is going on with TikTok right now?

TikTok Down: American TikTok users can continue using the same app, according to TikTok. But exactly what American users will see on their TikTok

Watch: Long marches | Has anything changed for tribals from 2018 to 2026?

The video highlights growing resistance against projects like the Vadhvan Port, which locals fear will lead to mass displacement and provide litt

Justice a living institution that must balance continuity with change: CJI Surya Kant

Chief Justice of India Surya Kant stated justice is a living institution. He emphasized balancing continuity with change. Law must not resist tra

Thought of the Day by American author Allen Ginsberg: 'Follow your inner moonlight; don't hide the madness'

Poet Allen Ginsberg, a Beat Generation icon, championed authenticity and one of his quotes urges embracing one's true self, including passions an

Leh's Bactrian Camels Galwan And Nubra To Walk Down Delhi's Kartavya Path

In a historic first for the Republic Day Parade, two majestic doublehumped Bactrian camels, named Galwan and Nubra, will walk down Kartavya Path.

Main arm of Goripalayam bridge to be ready by February 10: Highways Minister

Charities step in to serve devotees as rush swells at Arasavalli temple

India vs New Zealand Live Score Updates, T20 2026: Head-to-Head

Provide tarpaulins to protect harvested paddy from rain, TMC urges govt.

Vote is Bedrock of Democracy: Chief Secretary

Vijayanand said India, as the worlds largest democracy, draws its strength from peoples participation

Muslims safer in India than ever, says AIUDF chief Badruddin Ajmal

The All India United Democratic Front chief urged Muslims across the country to unite against theBharatiyaJanata Party, while accusing Congress o

LG Manoj Sinha Graces National Voters Day Celebrations

JAMMU, Jan 25: The Lieutenant Governor, Manoj Sinha, graced the 16th National Voters Day celebrations today in Jammu. Speaking on the occasion, t

Jaishankar meets US lawmakers, discusses trade and security amid tense India-US ties

New Delhi: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Sunday, January 25, discussed with a three-member American Congressional delegation various

Civic issues, greenery dominate area sabha meetings in Tiruchi

Mayor M. Anbazhagan presides over a meeting at Moolaikollai Street and encourages residents take up home gardening and terrace gardening

Quote of the day by Laozi: 'The wise man is one who knows what he does not know.'

Laozi, the legendary founder of Taoism, emphasized that true wisdom lies in recognizing the limits of one's knowledge. His philosophy encourages

Constable Dies in Accidental Gun Misfire

A case has been registered, and further inquiries are under way to ascertain the exact circumstances leading to the misfire

Only Miyas are being evicted in Assam: CM Himanta

Guwahati: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Sunday asserted that only Miyas (Bengali-speaking Muslims) are being evicted in the state.

Mamata accuses ECI of bulldozing Opposition, destroying foundation of India's democracy on BJP's behalf

Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has been accusing the ECI of holding the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in West Bengal in und

Ayush Hospital to Open in Nellore Within Four Months: Narayana

He recalled that nearly 30 years ago, Guduru Muniswami Naidu had donated land for establishing the AYUSH hospital

Youth arrested for murder; three others, including minor, involved

Switzerland in Kashmir? Viral video of Vande Bharat gliding through picturesque Banihal Valley leaves netizens awestruck

A viral video showing the Vande Bharat Express traversing the snow-covered Banihal Valley and Tunnel in Jammu and Kashmir has left netizens awest

Paying With Health: Rahul Gandhi Urges Action Against Air Pollution

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Sunday said that people are paying a heavy price for air pollution with their health and the country's economy, a

Shiv Sena UBT questions Maharashtra Ministers call to drop King Edward from KEM Hospital name

Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut cites Lodha Trump Tower in Worli to flag inconsistency

Do you know the first Indian film to gain global recognition?

Hyderabad: Indian cinema today is known for its grand stars, powerful performances, colourful songs, and massive global fan base. From legendary

Bengaluru Traffic Police books over 12,000 one-way driving cases in four days

The BTP launched the drive after last years (2025) ASTraM data revealed an increase in one-way driving violations, with several videos also circu

Railway To Run Special Reserved Trains Between Katra And Srinagar Next Week

Jammu, Jan 25: With recent heavy snowfall disrupting road and air traffic, Northern Railways Jammu division has decided to run special reserved t

Election Commission signals nationwide SIR, Karnataka response remains uncertain

Following ECIs remarks that the SIR of electoral rolls would be implemented across the country, Karnataka Chief Electoral OfficerAnbukumar, when

Not an election its a democratic battle: TVK Vijay on Tamil Nadu Assembly polls

Mamallapuram (Tamil Nadu): TVK chief Vijay on Sunday, January 25, characterised the upcoming Tamil Nadu Assembly elections as a high-stakes democ

Multi-Layered Security At Main R-Day Venue In Jammu

Jammu, Jan 25: Ahead of the Republic Day celebrations, Jammus Maulana Azad Stadium where Jammu and Kashmir Lt Governor Manoj Sinha will unfurl th

Odisha: Koraput Collector Withdraws Order Prohibiting Sale Of Non-Veg Food

Koraput MP Saptagiri Ulaka criticises the non-veg ban on Republic day order of the district administration

Odisha: Koraput Collector withdraws order prohibiting sale of non-veg food on Republic Day

Following public outcry, the Koraput Collector has withdrawn an order that prohibited the sale of non-vegetarian food items on Republic Day. The

Veteran journalist Mark Tully passes away in Delhi at 90

The award-winning journalist, Mark Tully, had been ailing for some time and had been admitted to Max Hospital in Saket for the past week.

Who is Shefali Bagga? Bigg Boss 13 star spotted with Yuzvendra Chahal amid RJ Mahvash breakup buzz

Indian leg-spinner Yuzvendra Chahal has been spotted with Bigg Boss 13 fame Shefali Bagga, sparking fresh speculation online. This sighting comes

Veteran journalist and author Mark Tully passes away at 90

Evening news wrap: Sleeping Hindu man burnt to death in Bangladesh; Padma Awards 2026 announced; and more

Ex-bus conductor, nonagenarian musician among 45 awarded Padma Shri in unsung heroes category; list announced on Republic Day eve

The awards are given across a wide range of disciplines such as art, social work, public affairs, science and engineering, trade and industry, me

CRICKET | Thought my chance with India had gone, says Bharti after Oz tour recall

Republic Day Parade 2026: Who Decides Tableaux Themes, How They Are Chosen

The exercise is conducted months before the January 26 parade at Kartavya Path.

CPI(M) will take disciplinary action against V. Kunhikrishnan, says M.V. Jayarajan

Kunhikrishnan will find no support within the party for his statements, says CPI(M) State secretariat member

UK plans to create 'British FBI' to bring national investigations under single police force

Britain is set to launch a new national police force this week. This new body, called the 'British FBI', will handle major crimes like terrorism

Stormy Sea and Diego Garcia show out

Another Hindu man burned alive in Bangladesh, VHPs Alok Kumar expresses concern, demands UN action

Republic Day 2026: All About Chief Guests, Special Guests and Theme

Republic Day 2026: The day celebrates the principles of justice, equality, liberty and fraternity.

Jaishankar hosts U.S. lawmakers, discusses security, trade

The visit of the U.S. Congressional delegation to India came as both sides are looking to move forward in the negotiations for a bilateral trade

Journalist and Padma Bhushan awardee Mark Tully passes away at 90

New Delhi: Veteran journalist Mark Tully, a chronicler of India and an acclaimed author, breathed his last at a private hospital here on Sunday,

'Bengal Wants This Change?' BJP Leader's Mamata Banerjee Remark Sparks Row

As the political temperature in West Bengal rises ahead of the Assembly polls, the ruling Trinamool Congress has slammed the main opposition BJP

Hyderabad SHE teams nabbed nearly 4K people for harassment in 2025

Hyderabad: Hyderabad SHE Teams resolved 1,149 complaints and apprehended 3,826 individuals in 2025, Commissioner of Police VC Sajjanar said on Su

Productive But Complex: S Jaishankar, US Lawmakers Discuss Ties

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Sunday discussed with a three-member American Congressional delegation various aspects of India-US rela

Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharmas spiritual moment from London

Hyderabad: Bollywood actress Anushka Sharma and Indian cricketer Virat Kohli are among the most loved power couples in India. While fans admire t

A Tribal District Faced Non-Veg Ban On Republic Day. Why It Didn't Work Out

Odisha's Koraput district came into the political limelight in recent days after a massive row erupted over a planned ban on non-vegetarian food

Elephant trapped in muddypatchof landnear Coimbatore rescued, being treated

90-Year-Old Musician, Mumbai Paediatrician On Padma Awards' 'Unsung Heroes' List: Sources

This years Padma list continues the focus on celebrating ordinary Indians with extraordinary contributions.

Jamie Dimon drops big hint on JPMorgan's future hiring in the coming years at Davos, Wall Street stalwart says 'you cant lay off 2 million...'

Wall Street mogul Jamie Dimon spoke about how JPMorgan Chase will hire employees in the near future due to the impact of AI. He said that he has

Coronation of 'failed product' of dynastic politics: BJP after Tejashwi named RJD working president

The Bharatiya Janata Party has criticized the Rashtriya Janata Dal's decision to name Tejashwi Yadav as its working president. The BJP stated thi

Concerns over Malayalam Language Bill unfounded, textbooks prepared for linguistic minorities: General Education Minister V. Sivankutty

Advanced robotic kits will be distributed to all high schools through KITE to strengthen robotics education. As many as 2,500 robotics kits will

Pawan Khera Slammed Shankaracharya for Comment on Rahul Gandhi? Clip Is Edited!

This is a clipped video and has been compiled using different video bytes, making the claim, false.

'Whoever Gandhi family supports will win': Ex-leader Shakeel Ahmad makes big claim on Congress presidential elections 2022

Mamata Banerjee accuses EC of bulldozing opposition, destroying foundation of India's democracy on 'BJP's behalf'

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee criticised the Election Commissions celebration of National Voters Day, calling it a tragic farce. She

Journalist And Author Mark Tully Dies At 90

Veteran journalist Mark Tully, a chronicler of India and an acclaimed author, breathed his last at a private hospital here on Sunday, his close f

399 held for drunk driving in Hyderabad over weekend

Hyderabad: As many as 399 people were arrested for drunk driving in Hyderabad during a special drive on January 23 and 24. Among those arrested,

Posters back V. Kunhikrishnan after fund diversion allegations in Payyannur

The posters were put up in the Thayineri area of Payyannur. Featuring photographs of V. Achuthanandan and Kunhikrishnan, the posters carry the sl

Kashmir trapped in memory, but youth carry hope: Author Rahul Pandita

Hyderabad: Multiple generations of Kashmiris are trapped in the events of the erstwhile state, even as theres a newer generation that has not see

Pakistan's education crisis deepens as teachers, schools' bodies reject patchwork policies

Pakistani teachers and private schools condemn the government's education strategy. They highlight declining student numbers and reduced school i

Why Republic Day is celebrated: A reminder of Indias constitutional journey

Republic Day marks the day the Constitution of India came into effect on January 26, 1950, transforming the nation into a sovereign, democratic r

Bihar: Tejashwi Yadav appointed RJD national working president

Tejashwi Yadav was appointed National Working President of the Rashtriya Janata Dal at the partys executive meeting in Patna. While senior leader

New NASA Study Explains How Earth Got Its Water

A NASA study shows that meteorites delivered only a small amount of water to Earth over the past four billion years.

Governor is free to make changes to governments speech during Republic Day: CM Siddaramaiah

However, the CM said he was not aware whether the Governor would read the governments speech or make changes to it on Republic Day.

Our community is tired: Minneapolis seeks urgent court order to halt ICE op after another shooting

Veteran journalist Mark Tully passes away at 90

Veteran journalist and acclaimed author Mark Tully, known for his extensive chronicling of India, passed away at a private hospital in New Delhi

PM to visit Assam on February 14 for third time in three months

Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate several projects, including the Kumar Bhaskarvarman Bridge o

Activist writes to CJ of Bombay HC, seeks suspension of order in Chhagan Bhujbal PMLA case

Impugned order proceeds on incorrect assumption that foundation of the prosecution no longer exists, thereby it undermines purpose of PIL No. 23/

Suryaradhana performed at Srisailam temple

Ex-bus conductor, nonagenarian musician among 45 awarded Padma Shri in unsung heroes category

Puducherrys K Pajanivel has been awarded the Padma Shri for nurturing Silambam, an ancient Tamil weapon-based martial art

Man, 75, Pedals 300 Km By Rickshaw To Get Paralysed Wife Treated

In a remarkable display of devotion reminiscent of Bihar's Mountain Man Dashrath Manjhi, a 75-year-old man from Odisha recently travelled 300 kil

Interpol help sought to nab Muzaffar Rather for providing logistical help in Red Fort blast

An Interpol Red Corner notice is expected for Dr Muzaffar Rather. He is accused of providing crucial support and funding from Afghanistan for the

CRPF dismantles Maoist arms factory at Sukma-Bijapur border

The CRPF successfully dismantled a suspected Maoist arms and explosives factory along the Sukma-Bijapur border in Chhattisgarh. Acting on intelli