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Book Review | Not Dole Dolls: Women Reward Schemes That Give Them Agency

Tewari underscores that women generally respond to policies that ease everyday burdens and strengthen family well-being

Hyderabad Demands Uncompromising Compliance with Safety Norms: Fire DG

Platforms like FESA 2025 enable regulators, developers and experts to share learnings, strengthen preparedness and ensure that high-rise growth i

Kerala local body polls: UDF secures majority in Kannur Corporation, set to form council

Several prominent LDF leaders faced defeat

Discovering Heritage: A visual journey through Odisha crafts museum Kalabhoomi

Sujoy Dhar Nestled in the heart of Bhubaneswars creative corridor, the Odisha Crafts Museum Kalabhoomi captures the essence of the states rich he

GRAP-III imposed in Delhi-NCR: Check what's open and what's closed

Delhi reimposes GRAP Stage III restrictions due to severe air pollution, with AQI reaching 349. The ban includes non-essential construction, demo

Bigg Boss Telugu 9: Double Elimination Likely in Pre-Finale Week

All housemates are nominated this week, but Sanjana, Bharani, and Suman Shetty are currently in the danger zone.

DDA demolishes Sainik Farm bungalow during anti-encroachment drive

Property owner Aadil Sherwani claimed that the action was taken even as the matter is pending before the Delhi High Court

The Silent Crisis: Social Media and the Mental Health of Indian Youth

Sajid Illahi Indian youth in 2025 are more connected than any previous generation, yet many feel more lonely, anxious, and stressed than ever. Sm

Tribute To Their Sacrifice: LG Hands Over Job Letters To Terror Victim Families In Srinagar

Srinagar, Dec 13: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Saturday handed over appointment letters to family members of terror victims at Lok Bhavan A

Kerala Local Body Elections 2025 at a glance: Infographics

Here are key numbers explaining the Kerala local body polls 2025.

Labour Codes can significantly boost women's workforce participation in India: Report

New labour codes, effective November 2025, are poised to significantly boost women's workforce participation by enhancing safety, security, and a

Watch: PM Modi, leaders pay tribute on Parliament attack anniversary

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and leaders across parties paid tribute to the martyrs of the 2001 Parliament attack on its December 13 anniversary.

Lionel Messi virtually unveils his 70-foot statue at Lake Town in Kolkata

The unveiling drew a huge crowd of fans who gathered in Lake Town to witness the moment

T.N. to launch HPV vaccination programme in four districts with high incidence of cervical cancer

The first dose will be administered to 27,000 children in the four districts, Health Minister Ma. Subramanian told reporters on the sidelines of

Congress candidate who moved Kerala HC for name reinstatement in voter list, wins

Vyshna SL, a Congress candidate from Muttada division, has won the local body polls. Her name was removed from the voters' list but reinstated by

Ponduru Khadi gets GI tag

SIT Files Charge Sheet in Vote Theft Case, Names Ex-BJP MLA, Son, 5 Others

The SIT which is probing the alleged 'vote chori' (vote theft)' in the Aland Assembly segment in 2023 Assembly elections in Karnataka, has filed

Mahayuti does not want LoPs in state legislature as its afraid of opposition: Sanjay Raut

Mumbai, Dec 13: Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut on Saturday said the ruling parties should be ashamed for not having leaders of the opposition

Survey flags hazardous pesticideusein South Asia;MaharashtrasYavatmalcotton belt under spotlight

A community-based study across four countries finds 87% of farmers use pesticides; India reports highest share of highly hazardous chemicals.

Salman Khan Hosts Bigg Boss 19 Success Party with a Galaxy of Stars in Mumbai

The event saw the attendance of contestants, celebrities, as well as people close to the reality show.

Dilip Ghosh claims Bengal Babri Masjid demand is linked to 'conspiracy to create Bangladesh'; calls it Mamata's 'gift'

A BJP leader claims a Babri Masjid in West Bengal is a plot to create Bangladesh. This comes as a TMC MLA plans to build the mosque and launch a

Philippines says fishermen hurt, boats damaged by China in South China Sea

Chinese coast guard ships fired water cannon and cut anchor lines, wounding three Filipino fishermen and damaging two vessels near Sabina Shoal.

The sandwich story: the history of the go-to to-go meal!

A beloved dish worldwide, sandwich has a more interesting story than you think...

J&K Govt Sanctions Selection Grade for Seven Private Secretaries

Jammu, Dec 13: The Jammu and Kashmir Government has accorded sanction for the grant of Selection Grade (Non-Functional) to seven members of the J

What is HECI Bill? Cabinet clears India's biggest education overhaul bill, will UGC, AICTE, NCTE be replaced?

In a major reform, the Union Cabinet gave a go-ahead to Viksit Bharat Shiksha Adhikshan Bill (formerly known as the Higher Education Commission o

All Bigg Boss 19 contestants and Salman Khan come together again

Mumbai: Its been a week since Bigg Boss 19 wrapped up, but the buzz around the show refuses to die down. The season concluded on December 7, with

Why the One Nation One Subscription (ONOS) should be extended to private universities and colleges

Giving private institutions access to the ONOS scheme will help India build a robust knowledge economy

Dhurandhar smashes Prabhass Baahubali 2-The Conclusion' but gets banned in six countries over 'anti-Pakistan messaging'. Check details

Dhurandhar is performing well in India and this weekend, the Ranveer Singh's movie defeated Prabhass Baahubali 2-The Conclusion' at the North Ame

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SIT files charge sheet in 'vote theft' case, names ex-BJP MLA, son, 5 others

A Special Investigation Team has filed a charge sheet in the Aland Assembly segment 'vote chori' case. Seven individuals, including a former BJP

2001 Parliament attack anniversary: PM Modi, Rahul Gandhi pay tribute to fallen heroes

PM Modi, Rahul Gandhi, Others Pay Tributes to Parliament Attack Martyrs

New Delhi, Dec 13: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday led the nation in paying tribute to the security personnel who laid down their lives

Trump's $100,000 H-1B Visa Fee Draws Legal Challenge from US States

The White House, in response to other lawsuits, has said the new fee is a lawful exercise of Trump's powers and will discourage employers from ab

2001 Parliament attack anniversary: PM Modi, Vice President, MPs pay tributes to fallen heroes

Vice President C P Radhakrishnan led Parliamentarians in paying floral tributes to martyrs of the 2001 Parliament attack. Prime Minister Narendra

Suggestion to release goats in forest to curb leopard attacks laughable: Ajit Pawar

Maharashtra Forest Minister Ganesh Naik has suggested that forest officials release goats in large numbers in forests to stop leopards from enter

The Painting That Introduced Star Wars To The World Fetches $3.9M At Auction

The sale set records for highest selling piece of film memorabilia

Earth has an invisible tail? NASA reveals a fascinating space discovery stretching millions of kilometres

Our planet Earth and Mercury have invisible tails stretching millions of kilometres. These cosmic tails are real phenomena. Mercury's tail glows

Delhi AQI in very poor category as city sees mild, partly cloudy weather

Delhi woke to partly cloudy skies on December 13, 2025. Air quality remained a concern, hovering in the 'very poor' category. Vehicular emissions

Indian Armed Forces Adapting to Evolving Warfare Environment: CDS Chauhan

Hyderabad, Dec 13: Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Anil Chauhan on Saturday said the Indian Armed Forces are committed to adapting to a rapi

T.N. moves review petition against Supreme Court verdict over planned dam at Mekedatu

The Tamil Nadu government has also submitted a representation to the Central Water Commission on December 9 underlining as to how Karnatakas prop

OnePlus 15R to sport a 32 MP selfie camera with 4K video shooting

OnePlus 15R will launch on December 17 along with Pad Go 2

Wonder if MP HC aware of condonation delay law: SC

The Supreme Court expressed dismay over the Madhya Pradesh High Court condoning a four-year delay in an appeal by the state government. Justices

Officials should have refused illegal registrations: Ajit Pawar amid son's land deal row

NAGPUR: Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar on Saturday said officials responsible for registering documents should have refused to proc

China's Wang Yi seeks deeper oil and gas ties with UAE on Middle East tour

China's Wang Yi seeks deeper oil and gas ties with UAE on Middle East tour

Dileep's Acquittal is Yet Another Reminder of the Thriving Ecosystem of Misogyny

The Dileep verdict is not just about one case. It is about a system that protects the powerful at every turn.

Balakrishnas Akhanda 2 Draws Rs 28 Crore Collections?

Reportedly, Akhanda 2 was traded for around Rs 80 crore in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, and it will need a solid theatrical run to break even.

LIVE: Messi Arrives at Salt Lake Stadium in Kolkata

The Argentine football legend arrived in the City of Joy early on Saturday morning to an overwhelming reception

Pakistan, seven other Muslim nations back U.N. relief agency for Palestinian refugees

The decision to renew UNRWA's mandate for an additional three years reflected international confidence in the agencys vital role and the continui

Three Indo-Canadian truck drivers arrested after tow-truck shootout in Brampton

CHANDIGARH: Three Indian-origin Punjabi truck drivers have been arrested by Canadian police following a shootout between two rival tow-truck grou

2001 Parliament Attack Anniversary: Vice Prez, PM Modi, MPs Pay Tributes To Fallen Heroes

New Delhi, Dec 13: Vice President C P Radhakrishnan on Saturday led Parliamentarians in paying floral tributes to those who died fending off terr

Indian evacuations from Middle East: 5,945 citizens rescued in three years; 1,474 belonged to UP

Over 5,900 Indians were brought home from the Middle East in three years due to safety concerns, including Operation Ajay in Israel. External Aff

Watch: SRK keeps promise, meets Messi, AbRam steals spotlight

Kolkata: Worlds greatest footballer Lionel Messi has finally touched down in India for his much-anticipated GOAT Tour, during which he will be vi

This chef is on a mission to feed his parents mushroom sambhar

Many Indian communities have shied awayfrom eating this superfood, and here is how Satish Sridhar aka the Mushroom Chef is changing this

House Democrats Release Epstein Estate Photos of Trump, Clinton

The dozens of photos initially released by Democratic lawmakers on the House Oversight Committee were a small part of more than 95,000 they recei

Inhale Discipline, Exhale Fat: Nutritionist Breaks Down Where Body Fat Actually Goes

With her latest Instagram video, nutritionist Pooja Makhija has sparked fresh interest in the real science behind fat loss.

7 healthy winter morning juices to boost immunity and warm your body

Messi Mania Grips Kolkata As Thousands Welcome Argentine Icon At 2.26 Am

Kolkata, Dec 13: Thousands braved the December chill and waited past midnight to give a rousing welcome to Argentine superstar footballer Lionel

Dhurandhar box office collection day 8: Ranveer Singh, Akshaye Khanna film goes on rampage mode; crosses Rs 250 crore in India

The Aditya Dhar directorial Dhurandhar is being lauded for its engrossing screenplay, strong performances, outstanding music, and excellent casti

Gurugram Road Rage Caught On Dashcam As Wrong-Side Scorpio Blocks Car

In a road rage incident in Gurugram, the occupants of a Scorpio being driven in the wrong direction were seen threatening a car driver.

Left, Congress Blocs In Close Contest In Kerala Panchayat Polls, Show Trends

Counting of votes for the Kerala local body elections 2025 is underway across the state.

'Congress Is A Great Party, But Needs To Revive': Ex-Leader Ashwani Kumar

There cannot be an effective opposition in the country without the Congress, but the party has somewhere lost ground, former Union minister Ashwa

Myanmar military acknowledges airstrike on Rakhine hospital; more than 30 killed

In a statement, the military's information office said armed groups used the hospital as their base

Lionel Messi mania in Kolkata: Football legend touches down in India for G.O.A.T tour, fans go wild

Quote of the day by Nelson Mandela: 'It always seems impossible until...'

Quote of the day by Nelson Mandela: Nelson Mandela's enduring quote, It always seems impossible until its done, continues to inspire millions by

Chargesheet Filed Against Four in Land Fraud Case in Srinagar

Srinagar, Dec 13: The Economic Offences Wing (EOW) of Crime Branch Kashmir has filed a chargesheet before the Chief Judicial Magistrate (CJM), Sr

Run-Scoring Is Complicated When Players do Multiple Roles : JioStar expert Robin Uthappa

India is missing it's batting strategy : Robin Uthappa

Pakistan: UN expert calls for an end to Imran Khan's solitary confinement, inhumane detention conditions

UN experts have raised serious concerns over the detention conditions of former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan. They are urging the Pakistani

Kumbh preparation: NGT stays cutting of trees in Tapovan at Nashik

Protests have erupted in Nashiks Tapovan area, opposing the proposal to cut trees in a 34-acre plot for the construction of Sadhugram and MICE (M

GOAT India Tour 2025: Heres Messis Hyderabad Itinerary on Dec 13

Lionel Messi, along with Luis Surez and Rodrigo De Paul, will attend a high-profile exhibition event at Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, featu

Selection Grade Granted To 7 Members Of J&K Private Secretaries Service

JAMMU, Dec 13: The Jammu and Kashmir Government has accorded sanction for the grant of Selection Grade (Non-Functional) to seven members of the J

Bengaluru Man Electrocuted While Trying To Save Pet Parrot Worth 2.5 Lakhs

An attempt to rescue his pet macaw (a type of parrot) turned fatal for a 32-year-old businessman in Bengaluru after he accidentally touched a hig

Watch: Political fronts on edge as vote counting in Kerala local body election progresses

The results of the 2025 Kerala local body polls will be declared today. Counting of ballots cast by over two crore voters is taking place at 244

Intensity ebbed but Operation Sindoor continues, says CDS General Anil Chauhan

Gen. Chauhan said modern military operations were no longer defined solely by battlefield engagements but were shaped by a wider spectrum of doma

No big deal: Trump plays down after his photos surface with Epstein

President Trump downplayed newly released photos showing him with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, stating he knew nothing about him and t

Goa Nightclub Fire: How did Luthra Brothers run Birch by Romeo lane illegally for 18 months? Goa police make SHOCKING revelation

According to the Goa police, Saurabh and Gaurav Luthra, along with Ajay Gupta, had entered into an instrument of licence with Surinder Kumar Khos

Warfare at Cusp of Major Revolution, Indian Forces Adapting: CDS Chauhan

The CDS underlined that a single disruptive technology could alter the operational balance and said the armed forces are actively pursuing new co

Uthappa flags lack of role clarity in Indias batting during big chase

India suffered a 51-run loss in the second T20I against South Africa after folding for 162 in 19.1 overs while chasing a target of 214 at Mullanp

Messi mania in Kolkata: Newlywed couple cancels honeymoon to see football icon, man says 'watching him more important'. Watch video

Football star Lionel Messi arrived at Kolkata as a part of his four-city GOAT India Tour, instantly creating a frenzy among fans. A newlywed coup

Quote of the Day by Hugh Jackman: Ive always felt that if you back down from a fear

Actor Hugh Jackman believes facing fears is crucial. He chooses challenges that scare him most. The fear of regret motivates him more than the fe

Urdunama Podcast | Zehn and Jazbtiyat: Heart vs Mind in Urdu Poetry

Poems from the space where our zehn thinks and our jazbtiyat refuses to stay quiet.

Prayagraj gears up for Magh Mela 2026, preparations underway

Prayagraj is gearing up for the Magh Mela 2026. Preparations include expanding the Mela area to 800 hectares. A new sector and an additional pont

Cong takes swipe at PM over India not being part of US-led Pax Silica grouping

New Delhi, Dec 13: The Congress on Saturday said it is perhaps not very surprising that India is not part of a US-led strategic initiative to bui

5 Simple Food Pairings That Work Smarter for Your Body by Dr. Saurabh Sethi

A recent Instagram reel by Dr. Saurabh Sethi of simple food pairings that can improve our everyday diet has gained everybody's attention. These c

Pakistan, 7 other Muslim nations back UNRWA; say its role in Gaza 'irreplaceable'

Eight leading Muslim nations, including Pakistan, have voiced strong backing for the UN relief agency for Palestinian refugees, deeming its role

Messi mania grips Kolkata as Argentine legend kicks off GOAT India Tour

Thousands of football fans braved the December chill and stayed awake past midnight to welcome Argentine superstar Lionel Messi as he arrived in

Indian Defence Forces Committed To Adapting To Changing Environment: CDS General Chauhan

Hyderabad, Dec 13: Asserting that war and warfare is at the cusp of a major revolution, Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Anil Chauhan on Satu

Pune land deal row: Revenue officials should have refused faulty registrations, says Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar

Ajit Pawars comments came against the backdrop of a notice issued by the deputy registrar to the firm of his son, Parth Pawar

Three U.S. lawmakers introduce resolution to end 50% tariffs imposed by Trump on India

Deborah Ross, Marc Veasey and Raja Krishnamoorthi introduced the resolution in the House of Representatives to terminate Mr. Trumps national emer

Teenage girl goes missing in Hyderabad, feared kidnapped

Hyderabad: A teenage girl went missing from the Falaknuma area in Hyderabad. She is feared kidnapped from the area. The police are making concert

Delhi chokes as AQI nears 'severe' level

According to the CPCB data, Wazirpur registered the highest AQI at 445, followed by Vivek Vihar at 444, Jahangirpuri at 442, Anand Vihar at 439,