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Ashes 4th Test Day 2: Australia 98-6 at lunch, lead by 140 runs

Australia lost six wickets in the session for 94 runs after resuming on four for no loss. Number four batter Steve Smith was 16 not out, with all

Donald Trump's BIG statement on Zelenskyy's 20-point peace plan, says, 'He doesn't have anything...'

Donald Trump has stated that any peace deal to end the Ukraine-Russia war will depend on his approval. Ahead of talks with Ukrainian President Ze

Mumbai: Teesta Setalvad joins protest against attacks on Christians

Mumbai: Several hundred people held a protest on Friday evening in Goregaon in Mumbai against Christmas-related attacks by right-wing outfits acr

Moroccan fans cry foul amid empty seats at sold-out stadiums in Africa Cup

Morocco and neighbouring Algeria were the only teams to have their group-stage tickets sell out, but again on Friday there were empty seats for t

US winter storm: Over 1800 flights grounded as severe weather disrupts peak holiday travel, National Weather Service issues warning

The National Weather Service (NWS) issued winter storm warnings for over 23 million people, with the storm's impactful core hitting New York City

Indian-origin student arrested in U.S. for arson, terroristic threat

Lella faces arson with intent to damage a habitat or place of worship, a first-degree felony, and terroristic threat of a family/household member

'1,000,000 more pages...': Trump claims Democrats behind Epstein hoax as more files surface

India Gets Hammered: England Great After Ashes Pitch Sees 20 Wickets Fall

The first day of the fourth Ashes Test in Melbourne saw a 123-year first. Australia collapsed for 152 yet still claimed a 42-run lead over Englan

Committed to bringing back fugitives who fled India: New Delhi

The assertion by the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) came days after Lalit Modi, in a video posted on social media, joked about his and Mallya

Good News for Uttar Pradesh residents: THIS district to get new road network connecting villages, cities to national highways, name is...

The proposed projects include constructing new roads, repairing existing ones, and carrying out patchwork to improve the overall road infrastruct

China Announces Sanctions on US Defence Firms Over Taiwan Arms Sales

China also urged the US to honour its commitments, stop supplying weapons to Taiwan and avoid actions that could escalate tensions in the Taiwan

MP high court denies MTP nod as minor survivor says she wants the child

Madhya Pradesh High Court denied a 16-year-old rape survivor permission to terminate her 29-week pregnancy, as she wishes to continue and has mar

IndiGo flight disruptions: Panel submits probe report to DGCA

The inquiry committee, headed by DGCA Joint Director General Sanjay K Bramhane, was constituted on December 5 to conduct a comprehensive review a

Kerala is My Lucky Place: Renuka Singh After Match-Winning Spell vs Sri Lanka

She also praised Indias bowling unit, highlighting the strong pacerspinner combination and the teams focus on finding the best balance ahead of t

Top 10 extreme weather events cost world more than $122 billion in 2025: Rainfall in India, Pakistan claimed 1,860 lives - report

Extreme weather events in 2025 inflicted over $122 billion in global damages, with India and Pakistan's devastating monsoon floods alone costing

Trump says Zelenskyy doesnt have anything until I approve it ahead of meeting with Ukraine president

Zelenskyy is expected to meet Trump in Florida on Sunday. He has said he will present a new 20-point peace plan aimed at ending the nearly four-y

U.S. airlines cancel over 1,000 flights due to Northeast winter storm warnings

The National Weather Service issued warnings of winter storms this afternoon , which will cause hazardous travel conditions for the Great Lakes i

Nigeria averts unilateral US action by cooperating on airstrike

Nigeria's government confirmed its cooperation with the U.S. on a Christmas Day airstrike against Islamic State militants in northwest Nigeria. T

Police Arrest Suspect After Man Stabs 3 women in Paris Metro

The three victims were attacked at three different locations along the Line 3 metro track that runs across central Paris

Man dead, two police officers hurt in shooting during custody exchange in North Carolina

Authorities say a man has been killed and two police officers hurt after a shooting during a child custody exchange in North Carolina

Turkey detains 115 ISIS suspects over alleged holiday attack plots

Turkish security forces have detained 115 suspected ISIS members nationwide following intelligence indicating planned attacks targeting non-Musli

There are civil war-like conditions in Bangladesh...: Uttar Pradesh Minister Jayveer Singh

Uttar Pradesh Minister Jayveer Singh on Friday reacted to the recent violence against the minorities in Bangladesh, saying that there are civil w

Heavy rains, flash floods leave Southern California homes caked in mud

Southern California is recovering after a powerful atmospheric river storm brought heavy rains, flash floods, and mudslides. The mountain resort

Morning Digest: Government fails to define Aravallis despite over a years effort; CBI moves Supreme Court against bail to Sengar in Unnao rape case, and more

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Zelenskyy to discuss land, security guarantees with Trump on Sunday

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is set to meet with U.S. President Donald Trump to finalize drafts of a peace deal and security guarantee

Ukrainian Capital Kyiv Under Massive Russian Attack: Officials

Several powerful explosions rocked Kyiv on Saturday, according to an AFP journalist, as authorities warned that the Ukrainian capital was under t

Kim Jong Un Stresses Shared Bloodshed In New Year Message To Putin

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un highlighted on Saturday how his nation and Russia had shared lood, life and death in the Ukraine war, as he sent

NDA government has buried MGNREGA by bringing in a new Act: Chidambaram

Making a comparison between the two Acts, Mr. Chidambaram said the MGNREGA was demand driven, while the new Act was supply driven.

Even low alcohol intake raises oral cancer risk in Indian men: study

The study adds to growing evidence that no level of alcohol consumption can be considered risk-free when it comes to cancer

J&K Bank observes Mission YUVA Disbursal Day

Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, Dec 26: Jammu & Kashmir Bank today observed a Special Mission YUVA Disbursal Day across the Union Territory to

Unnao rape case: CBI moves Supreme Court against Delhi high court order

The CBI has approached the Supreme Court seeking a stay on the Delhi high court's order suspending the sentence of expelled BJP MLA Kuldeep Singh

Zelensky To Meet Trump Tomorrow For Talks On Peace Deal

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said on Friday that he plans to meet US President Donald Trump in Florida on Sunday, as part of efforts t

Patnitop hotel & restaurant association elects new body

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Dec 26: The new body of Patnitop hotel & restaurant association was elected in the general body meeting of the ass

UP: Hauled up for using AI during exam, girl dies by suicide; father accuses school of abetment

A Class 10 student died by suicide after allegedly being reprimanded by teachers and the principal at a Greater Noida West school for using AI on

His decision is supreme

POWERGRID handsover medical equipment worth Rs 12.25 cr to HBCHRC

Excelsior Correspondent CHANDIGARH, Dec 26 : Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (POWERGRID) today formally handed over state-of-the-art medi

India condemns 'hostility' against Bangladesh minorities

'Hindu's killing a matter of grave concern'

GCC sets up specific feeding areas for stray dogs in Chennai

Designated feeding areas have been demarcated in Ambattur, Anna Nagar, Teynampet, Perungudi, Palavakkam and Thiruvottiyur; senior official says t

Remembering Prem Nath Bhat

Behari Lal Koul Amar Shaheed Advocate Prem Nath Bhat occupies a place of profound significance in the collective memory of the Kashmiri Pandit co

Emma Stones critically praised dark comedy Bugonia arrives on Peacock

Emma Stones latest movie Bugonia is now streaming on Peacock after achieving critical acclaim in its theatrical run. Directed by Yorgos Lanthimos

Checkmating China-Pak nexus in Bangladesh

Rajan Kour Amid the changing geopolitical scenario and increasing anti India sentiment in Bangladesh, there are significant decisions India has t

SAUBHAGYA Under Scrutiny

The Pradhan Mantri Sahaj Bijli Har Ghar Yojana (SAUBHAGYA) was conceived as a transformative national mission-to ensure universal household elect

Himachal Pradesh: Doctors launch indefinite strike after colleague sacked over assault; demand immediate reinstatement

Resident doctors in Himachal Pradesh have launched an indefinite strike, demanding the reinstatement of a doctor sacked for assaulting a patient.

Teenager Krishna Goutham in joint lead with Carlsen after three rounds in World Rapid Championships

Goutham overcame Serbian GM Indjic Aleksandar with black pieces, before getting the better of one of the top Indian GM Aravindh Chithambaram with

In a first, standards for incense sticks notified

India has introduced quality standards for incense sticks, prohibiting harmful insecticidal chemicals and synthetic fragrance intermediates. Thes

Rana reviews development works in Poonch, calls for expeditious completion

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Dec 26: Aimed at accelerating the pace of development in Poonch district, Minister for Jal Shakti, Forest, Ecology

PM Modi calls on Prez Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan

NEW DELHI, Dec 26: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday called on President Droupadi Murmu at the Rastrapati Bhavan here. The Presidents office

Yawer, Murugan shine as J&K crushes Assam by 142 runs

Excelsior Sports Correspondent JAMMU, Dec 26: Yawer Hassans masterclass century and Murugan Ashwins lethal bowling led Jammu & Kashmir to a compr

Smart bulk meters to curb water loss and enable real-time monitoring of citys supply

Once the bulk metering project is completed, Chennai Metrowater will be able to precisely identify water loss, track consumption and monitor draw

Dr Jitendra addresses Tirupati National Conclave, lauds Indias tradition-modernity synergy

Excelsior Correspondent TIRUPATI, Dec 26: Addressing the inaugural session of the Bharatiya Vigyan Sammelan 2025 at the National Sanskrit Univers

JKPL: Kanwal Tigers team beats Royal Goodwill CC by 6 wkts

Excelsior Sports Correspondent JAMMU, Dec 26: The BIG Jammu Kashmir Premier League (JKPL) 2025-26, organised by 92.7 BIG FM, was inaugurated at U

Probe in Pahalgam attack, Red Fort area blast examples of watertight investigations: Shah

NEW DELHI, Dec 26: Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Friday praised the investigation into the Pahalgam terror attack and Delhi blast cases stress

20th National Matsogi-Do Cship from Dec 28

Excelsior Sports Correspondent JAMMU, Dec 26: The 20th National Matsogi-Do Championship 2025 will be organised from December 28 to 31 at Gymnasiu

Papa, I cannot bear pain: Indian-origin man dies after 8-hour wait at Canada hospital

TORONTO, Dec 26 : A 44-year-old Indian-origin man has died of suspected cardiac arrest after waiting for more than eight hours for treatment in a

IESA calls for accelerated skilling, employment reforms in 2026

NEW DELHI, Dec 26 : Industry body India Energy Storage Alliance (IESA) on Friday called for accelerated skilling and employment reforms in 2026 t

Trump's Christmas Gospel: Bombs, Blessings And Blame

Christmas under Donald Trump brought air strikes abroad and political threats at home, as the US president used the holiday to project a vision o

Suraj Sharma sweeps senior and junior 25m rapid fire pistol national titles

Rajasthan's Bhavesh Shekhawat rounded off the podium, claiming bronze with a total of 24 hits

Police attach house of drug peddler in Gool

Excelsior Correspondent RAMBAN, Dec 26: In a major step to curb the drug menace and dismantle the financial networks of narcotics traffickers, Ra

Immovable properties worth crores attached under NDPS Act in Anantnag

Excelsior Correspondent ANANTNAG, Dec 26: Police here today claimed to have attached two immovable properties of notorious drug peddlers worth se

Secretary ITD reviews SAKOON 2.0

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Dec 26: Secretary, Information Technology Department, Dr. Piyush Singla, today chaired a meeting on SAKOON 2.0 at

CB Jammus SCW files chargesheet in admission fraud case

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Dec 26: The Special Crime Wing (SCW) of the Crime Branch Jammu has filed a chargesheet in a cheating and fraud cas

Secretary Transport reviews functioning of Weighbridge at Sonamarg

Excelsior Correspondent GANDERBAL, Dec 26: Secretary, Transport Department, Avny Lavasa, today visited Sonamarg to take stock of the functioning

Abrogation of Art 370 ended decades of discrimination in J&K: Dr Pardeep

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Dec 26: Dr Pardeep Mahotra, media Incharge, J&K BJP today stated that Article 370 reminds the people of Jammu & Ka

Drug peddler held with heroin

Excelsior Correspondent UDHAMPUR, Dec 26: Udhampur Police arrested a notorious drug peddler near Circular Road and recovered 6.45 grams of heroin

Shri Ram School holds programme

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Dec 26: Shri Ram Universal School, Jammu held a programme with the inspiring theme Shri Udhghosh Echoes of Indian

PSPB sweeps table tennis titles

Nicki Minaj deactivates instagram after Turning Point USA appearance

Nicki Minaj has deactivated her Instagram account days after making an unexpected presence at Turning Point USAs AmericaFest in Phoenix, Arizona.

'Sole voice of minorities': Hindus form party in Bangladesh; prepare to fight upcoming polls

Amidst persecution, Bangladesh Minority Janta Party (BMJP) is set to contest 91 seats in the upcoming polls, targeting Hindu and minority votes.

India's growth must heal, not harm: RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat

RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat stated India's global rise is certain, emphasizing the need for a humane development model. He cautioned against Western

Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar: From Sindoor to sports - stories of valour in the spotlight

President Murmu honored 20 young achievers with the Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar for their bravery, social service, and talent. Stories

Students alleges caste discrimination by teachers in Alawalpur village adopted by Ravi Shankar Prasad

The Students also alleged that they are forced to do the work which they are not supposed to do like brooming the class, opening the gate, washin

Quote of the day by Oscar Wilde: 'No man is rich enough to buy back his past'. Here's some timeless quotes by Irish author

Quote of the day by Oscar Wilde reflects on time, memory, and human life. The quote explains how past actions cannot be reversed. The story also

Bajrang Dal atrocities on Christians rile state

Alleged acts of violence, intimidation meted out to the community during Christmas celebrations in parts of Assam and Rajpur SHILLONG, Dec 26: Re

Uttar Pradesh: 19% voters 'uncollectable' as SIR enumeration ends; final voter list to be released by February 2026

Uttar Pradesh faces a significant challenge with 2.89 crore voters deemed 'uncollectable' during a special revision. This includes those who have

J&K HC court order on PIL related to undertrials surprising, unfortunate: Mehbooba

She said the court was the last resort for her to ensure that undertrials who have no serious charges are brought back to Kashmir

News from the world of Education: December 27, 2025

Information on admissions, scholarships, new courses, research studies and other events at schools and colleges

US Airlines Hit By Delays, New York Braces For Deep Snow

Airlines canceled more than 1,000 US flights during the peak Christmas travel period on Friday, with severe winter storm warnings and heavy snow

Saudi, not the US, deported highest number of Indians in 2025

Over 24,600 sent back from 81 countries: MEA

Coinbase Says Former Agent Arrested In India Over Exchange Hack

In May, the company said hackers bribed contractors or employees outside the US to steal sensitive customer data and demanded a $20 million ranso

Netflix reveals first teaser for survival thriller Apex starring Charlize Theron and Taron Egerton

Netflix has released the official teaser for Apex, a high-intensity survival thriller starring Charlize Theron and Taron Egerton, set in the hars

Shobhaa De | Mumbai On Verge Of Being Bartered To Highest Bidder?

The BJP and the Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena are already in a celebratory mood, seeing the warring cousins on the backfoot

OF CABBAGES AND KINGS | 2nd Open Letter to Usha Vance (as yet only) 2nd Lady of the USA | Farrukh Dhondy

I speculate that the conversion of JD, perhaps influenced by your very perceptive and predictive self, to MAGA nonsense (you are too intelligent

Vajpayee: The statesman who taught India to dream big

Atal Bihari Vajpayee, a statesman and former Prime Minister, is remembered for his blend of courage, compassion, and inclusiveness. His legacy of

DC Edit | Whither Christmas? Tis The Gory Season

As the US bombed Islamist militants in Nigeria on Christmas Day, the actions of Bangladeshis against people of a religious minority led to a seco

Fire engulfs plywood factory in Perumbavoor

Theatre camp begins in Kozhikode

Stranger Things finale release date, time, how to watch and volume 2 ending explained: Global streaming timings worldwide

Stranger Things Season 5 finale releases December 31, 2025. Netflix drops Episode 8, The Rightside Up, at 8 PM EST/5 PM PST. Volume 2 sets up the

Over 33,000 meals served in Atal Canteens in two days: CMO

Pinewood Hotel is Dying and the Government is Watching

Editor, The Government of Meghalaya loudly promotes Responsible Tourism a fancy slogan wrapped around eco-tours, homestays, and big music festiva

Anti-Terrorism Conference-2025: Amit Shah calls for creation of 'impenetrable grid'; announces '360-degree strike' plan against organised crime

Union home minister Amit Shah has called for a nationwide upgrade of anti-terror infrastructure, advocating for an impenetrable anti-terrorism gr