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98% Of Endowments Promises Fulfilled: Anam

The minister said temple festivals and rituals are being conducted strictly as per Vedic traditions and added that the department is working to p

Startup Alert24 Evolves GPS Life Jacket For Seafarers Safety

Field trials have been conducted in collaboration with Andhra Pradesh Fisheries Department and AP Tourism, including test runs at Antarvedi and S

Three US lawmakers introduce resolution to end India tariffs

Three US lawmakers have introduced a resolution in Congress. They aim to end tariffs imposed by the Trump administration on India. The lawmakers

Gems And Jewellery Hardest Hit By Tariffs With Drop Of 70 pc

Barring a few, most export categories saw a decline in shipments to the US this year

Cold Spell Turns ASR Hills Into Tourist Hotspot

ASR district tourism officer G. Dasu said all accommodation facilities are running at full capacity and the rush is expected to continue till San

Afghan Health Minister to visit India next week

Afghanistan's Public Health Minister Mawlawi Noor Jalal Jalali will visit India next week. This follows visits by other Afghan ministers. India c

Bengal SIR: Over 58 lakh names marked for deletion

West Bengal is set to remove over 58 lakh names from its voter list. More than 31 lakh people will attend hearings. This comes before the Special

Bastar Set To Be Made Most Developed Tribal Region By 2030: Shah

Things are now changing very fast in Bastar as sounds of bullets have replaced the sounds of bells of the schools, and Lal Salam has been replace

Ratle power project in Jammu & Kashmir faces uncertainty as MEIL accuses BJP MLA of interference

SRINAGAR: Uncertainty has enveloped the 850 MW Ratle power project in Jammu and Kashmir after Hyderabad-based Megha Engineering and Infrastructur

From crowd chaos to controlled calm: Lionel Messi's GOAT Tour Day 1 delivers wild scenes in Kolkata before smooth turn in Hyderabad

Lionel Messi's GOAT Tour of India got off to a dramatic start on Day 1, with crowd chaos erupting in Kolkata before a well-managed, smooth event

'Would you carry that order?': Sen Kelly vs Pentagon officials on troop deployment at fiery hearing

State government should fulfil charter of demands: JACTTO-GEO members

Karnataka brings hate speech law; BJP to challenge

Karnataka has passed a new law against hate speech and crimes, which makes it the first state in India to do so. The bill includes severe punishm

Nandhidhaa beats Srishti in final round, retains National title

Ajit Pawar Hopes for Alliance with Mahayuti Partners

Pawar also indicated that election dates are likely to be announced next week

SS Rajamouli Hails Ashish Chanchlanis Ekaki

Ekaki is a mix of horror and science-fiction, written and produced by Chanchalani himself.

Nellore Leads State In National Lok Adalat, Settles Over 48,000 Cases

Banks, insurance companies and BSNL actively participated, facilitating amicable settlements and speedy resolution of disputes: Reports

Socially Anxious Chinese Woman Turns Wedding Leftovers Into Lifeline For 120 Stray Cats

For the past three years, she has attended a wedding banquet almost every ten days.

In Punjab, captain sulks in BJP, Sidhu in Congress

Punjab's political landscape is experiencing significant shifts. Navjot Kaur, wife of Congress leader Navjot Singh Sidhu, alleged ticket sales wi

Congress slams Centre over MGNREGA renaming; calls move attempt to 'erase' Gandhis legacy

NEW DELHI: The Congress on Saturday criticised the Union government over the Cabinets approval of a Bill to rename the Mahatma Gandhi National Ru

Manipur BJP MLAs Called To Delhi Amid Buzz Over Government Formation

The BJP has called its Manipur MLAs to Delhi amid speculation over a possible change in the state's political landscape. The state has been under

Watch: GRAP-4 imposed in Delhi-NCR as air quality turns severe plus

Why Pankaj Chaudhary got top party job In BJP's UP reset

The Bharatiya Janata Party has appointed Pankaj Chaudhary as its Uttar Pradesh unit chief, a move signalling a strategic intent for caste consoli

'F***ing disrespectful!': Noem vs Dems' explosive clash at House hearing over immigration crackdown

NEOCON-2025 brings together neonatologists, paediatricians from across the country

Win reflects growing public trust in AAP's politics of honesty: Arvind Kejriwal on Kerala local body poll results

Arvind Kejriwal on Saturday congratulated Beena Kurian, Sini Antony and Smitha Luke on their victory in the Kerala local body elections, calling

Rings of Power Season 3 release date, cast and filming update: Prime Video series release schedule, cast, storyline, show future

Rings of Power Season 3 release date, cast and filming update confirms filming has ended in December 2025. Amazon shared a wrap video. Post produ

Sudha Murthy Urges Students to Chart Their Own Path at AUs Waves 2025

Speaking as the chief guest, Sudha Murthy paid tribute to the century-long legacy of Andhra University and the sacrifices of its founders

Israeli settlements in West Bank growing at highest level since 2017: U.N.

In 2025, plans for nearly 47,390 housing units were advanced, approved, or tendered, compared with some 26,170 in 2024, the report said

Odisha Student, 14, Brings Revolver To Classroom, Threatens Headmaster: Cops

The Odisha Police on Saturday took a 14-year-old boy into custody in Kendrapara, after he threatened his school headmaster inside the classroom b

18 Countries Pledge Support for Haiti Anti-Gang Force: OAS Chief

African countries will be particularly involved, alongside Sri Lanka and Bangladesh. Some Latin American countries have also expressed their will

GVMC removes 336 encroachments as part of Operation Lungs 2.0 in Visakhapatnam

Three suspected spies including retired IAF official arrested

Security agencies have apprehended three suspected spies in Assam and Arunachal Pradesh, including a retired Indian Air Force staffer from Tezpur

Watch: UN Expert urges Pakistan to end Inhumane detention of Imran Khan

Naveen Patnaik Offers To Forgo Salary Hike Amid Public Outrage Over Odisha MLAs Pay Raise

In a letter to Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi, Patnaik urged the BJP-led government to utilise the additional amount for the welfare of poor a

U.S. releases heavily redacted warrant for tanker seized off Venezuelan coast

U.S. President Donald Trump's administration has been piling pressure on Venezuela for months, with a major naval buildup in the region accompani

2 US Soldiers, 1 Civilian Killed In Syria By ISIS Gunman

Three Americans were killed Saturday in Syria in an ambush attack by an Islamic State group member, US Central Command said.

CM Revanth scores perfect political goal as Messi mesmerises in Hyderabad

As Rahul Gandhi looked on, Revanth Reddy ensured that he shared the spotlight with his boss reinforcing his emergence as the Congress partys most

Watch: Lionel Messi gifts Argentina jersey to CM Revanth Reddy and Rahul Gandhi

Bihar govt plans schools in Lalu Prasads confiscated fodder scam properties

PATNA: The multi-crore fodder scam has once again come into focus after Bihar Deputy Chief Minister and State Home Minister Samrat Chaudhary anno

Watch: Thai Foreign Minister counters Trump over Cambodia border attacks

Who was Abraham Quintanilla? Music icon Selena Quintanillas father who passed away at 86

Abraham Isaac Quintanilla Jr., the father of music icon Selena Quintanilla, has passed away at the age of 86. His son, Abraham A.B. Quintanilla I

State Waqf Tribunal Granted Three-Month Extension For Uploading Data

The tribunal had passed the order earlier in the week, extending the time for uploading data from the date of the order, which it had said was Ju

Telangana CM to Join Congress Vote Chori Rally in Delhi on Sunday

Rahul Gandhi, who landed here Saturday afternoon, attended Lionel Messi's programme at the RGI Stadium here as part of his GOAT India Tour, along

Terrorist Masood Azhar Recalls Failed Jailbreak In Jammu, And The Thrashing That Followed

Masood Azhar, the chief of the Pakistan-based terror group Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM), has admitted he paid a high price for trying to escape from ja

Messi in Kolkata | Fans disappointed with the sheer mismanagement by the organisers

DyCM Loses His Cool To 'Caution' A Citizen Over Passage Of A Bill, Draws Flak

I did not fear Prime Minister (Narendra Modi) and Union home minister (Amit Shah) and went to jail. Will I fear a Hebbar?: Deputy Chief Minister

Israel says it has killed top Hamas commander in Gaza

Hamas in a statement did not confirm the death of Raed Saad, the official in charge of manufacturing and previously led the militant group's oper

Vande Bharat Express Extended to Narasapur, to be Flagged Off on December 15

With the extension, Narasapur will get its first-ever Vande Bharat Express service

40K salary, crore-style bungalow: ED probe exposes drug nexus of UP police constable Alok Singh

13-Year-Old Ongole Girl Earns First WIM Norm At International Chess Event

Earlier this year, Amukta represented India at the Western Asia Youth Chess Championship in Tajikistan, where she won gold in the rapid event and

A.P. likely to remain in grip of winter chills till December 25

While daytime temperatures will remain below normal in South Coastal A.P. and Rayalaseema till December 25, they are likely to be above normal in

Israel Claims Killing of Senior Hamas Commander in Gaza

Hamas in a statement did not confirm the death of Raed Saad. It said a civilian vehicle had been struck outside Gaza City and asserted it was a v

Ponduru Khadi From Srikakulam Gets GI Tag

The certification, granted under the GI Act, 1999 and sealed in Chennai on November 5, formally acknowledges the centuries-old textile tradition

Alvas Samskrutika Vaibhava brings in vibrant blend of art forms and dance performances at Udupi

Uttarakhand fast-tracks six ropeway projects to enhance pilgrimage, tourism connectivity

DEHRADUN: Uttarakhand is set to transform its pilgrimage and tourism landscape with a major push for ropeway infrastructure, as nearly 50 proposa

Tamil version of former Supreme Court judge Justice Shivaraj V. Patils autobiography released in Madurai

Who is Raj Kumar Goyal? Former IAS set to take oath as new Chief Information Commissioner

A three-member panel headed by PM Modi had recommended Raj Kumar Goyal's name.

CUTM Convocation: Graduands Told to Pursue Goals with Integrity

The university awarded 409 degrees, including six PhDs, presented 14 gold medals and eight cash prizes, and conferred honorary doctorates on Dr S

Working Americans could get very large refunds up to $2,000 heres how to claim yours

Working Americans could get very large refunds up to $2,000: Millions may see $1,000$2,000 per household in early 2026 due to new tax law changes

'Except the openers...': Tilak Varma explains Gautam Gambhir's unconventional T20I coaching style

India batter Tilak Varma has opened up about head coach Gautam Gambhir's unusual methods in T20I cricket, offering insight into the new approach,

Brinda Karat urges President's intervention as UP govt moves to withdraw Dadri lynching case

NEW DELHI: Senior Communist Party of India-Marxist (CPI-M) leader and former Rajya Sabha MP Brinda Karat on Saturday wrote to President Droupadi

Saffron Flag, ai Shree Ram Slogan Add Political Twist to Kolkata Stadium Rampage

TMC attacks BJP over the display

Watch: Income Tax department flags bogus donation claims, sends alerts to taxpayers

The Income Tax Department has begun sending SMS and email advisories to taxpayers after data analysis revealed bogus deduction claims linked to u

Squash World Cup | India defeats Egypt, to face Hong Kong in final

Will Strive To Strengthen I.N.D.I.A. Bloc Despite Bihar Setback: Akhilesh

Jisse ho sabki bhalaai, wahi hai saccha AI : Akhilesh

Venezuela and Honduras first targets of Trumps new security strategy

Just released document is the basis of regime change in Latin America By W. T. Whitney, Jr. WASHINGTON DC: The National Security Strategy (NSS)

Messi magic lights up Hyderabad, fans mesmerised

Hyderabad: It was a memorable Saturday night for football fans in Hyderabad as Argentine legend Lionel Messi dazzled the city during his visit as

Putins India visit should be followed up by serious work on building place

Russian President may be helpful in ensuring harmony among Asian nations By Dr Arun Mitra The visit of Russian President Vladimir Putin and the

Raut: Shah Aims To Checkmate Fadnavis Using Shinde

Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut has claimed Union home minister Amit Shah is deliberately empowering Eknath Shinde to curb Maharashtra chief m

Preventing stray dog ingress: Boon or Bane

By Sadaket Ali Malik The on-going debate around schools and their newly mandated role in stray dog monitoring has entered the centre stage of edu

India & Future Wars

No one can deny that modern warfare has changed drastically, giving a clear indication that countries which remain reluctant in adopting new stra

MADITSSIA demands State govt. to enhance industrial classification to 14% from 4% in Madurai master plan

Air pollution: Delhi schools asked to shift to hybrid classes for students up to Class IX and XI amid GRAP-IV

Delhi schools are now required to adopt a hybrid learning model for students up to Class IX and XI, effective immediately. This directive, issued

Gold price jumps over 60 per cent, Silver rate soars over 110 per cent in 2025. Platinum, Lithium, copper are giving staggering returns

Gold price, silver rate in 2025 have jumped big and hit record highs. These two precious metals are followed by Platinum, Lithium, copper.

TTD Plans Divine Plantation To Grow Sacred Wood For Dwajasthambhams

Under the initiative, about 100 acres of TTD-managed land will be developed to grow Agama-approved tree species required for Dwajasthambhams, a c

Beedi leaves worth 71 lakh seized

Revenue Dept to Replace 200-Yr Old Chain System for Land Surveys with GPS-Based Rovers

Official sources said the satellite-based method eliminated ambiguity in boundary identification and drastically reduced the scope for manipulati

In a first in the country, Rajasthan HC to hear cases on two Saturdays a month to cut backlog

JAIPUR: In a major step to tackle the mounting backlog of cases, the Rajasthan High Court will now hold proceedings on two Saturdays every month,

Bike destroyed in petrol bomb attack

UDF notches up gains in block and grama panchayats

Brinda Karat writes to President seeking intervention in Dadri lynching case

The CPI(M) leader said that the Uttar Pradesh government, with the Governors consent, is attempting to withdraw the prosecution in a manner that

Four of a family killed in hit-and-run in Medak

Texas Roadhouse to close all 736 locations nationwide on Christmas Day Heres the reason

Texas Roadhouse will shut down all 736 of its U.S. locations for 24 hours on December 25, continuing a long-standing Christmas custom. The nation

District-Level PGRS Cancelled On December 15 In NTR District

In a press release, the in-charge collector said the cancellation was necessitated due to the Bhavani Deeksha Viramanam (concluding) programmes,

GRAP stage IV in Delhi-NCR: Whats allowed, whats banned as AQI crosses 450

UDF puts up an impressive show across three-tier panchayats in Ernakulam

DGCA Directs Inspection Teams to Undertake Short Duration On-Spot Inspections at Airports

During inspection of safety management systems and ground handling operations, the teams will see if the airports and airlines have Safety Manage

ED summons codeine smuggling kingpin Shubham Jaiswal; warns of NBW, Interpol notice

LUCKNOW: The Enforcement Directorate (ED) Lucknow Zone unit has issued a final summons to Shubham Jaiswal, identified as the kingpin of a codeine

CJI Urges Unified Judicial Policy, Greater Use of Technology Across Courts

Delivering the keynote address at the West Zone Regional Conference in Jaisalmer, Kant proposed the idea of a ational judicial ecosystem and cal