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Vance, Rubio congratulate Gor on assuming charge as US envoy to India

NEW YORK, Jan 13: US Vice President J D Vance and Secretary of State Marco Rubio have congratulated Sergio Gor as he took charge as the US Ambass

JKCA provides cricketing equipment ahead of Deaf Asia Cup 2026

Excelsior Sports Correspondent JAMMU, Jan 13: The Jammu and Kashmir Cricket Association (JKCA) has extended significant support to two of the Uni

Somnath Temple a symbol of Indias faith, like Sun and Moon, Sanatan Dharma is eternal: Shah

AHMEDABAD, Jan 13 : Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Tuesday asserted it is not easy to erase Indias Sanatan Dharma, culture, and peoples faith,

CA Kuttappa returns as head coach of Indian mens boxing team

New Delhi, Jan 13: Dronacharya awardee CA Kuttappa has returned as the head coach of the Indian mens boxing team for a third stint, the Boxing Fe

Civil-Police friendly T20 Cricket match held

Excelsior Sports Correspondent DODA, Jan 13: A Civil-Police Friendly T20 Cricket Match was organised at Sports Stadium, here today by District Ad

Indian-origin man sentenced to 12 years for posing as sugar daddy, duping three women in Singapore

SINGAPORE, Jan 13: A Singapore court on Tuesday sentenced an Indian-origin Malaysian man to 12 years in jail and 15 strokes of the cane for posin

Lohri celebrated across Punjab, Haryana

CHANDIGARH, Jan 13 : Lohri was celebrated across Punjab and Haryana on Tuesday. Bonfires, an important part of the festivities, were lit using wo

China urges Canada to break from US influence as PM Carney visits Beijing

BEIJING, Jan 13 : As Canadian leader Mark Carney arrives in China on Wednesday, his hosts see an opportunity to peel the longtime US ally away fr

UT Ladakh conducts team selection trials for KIWG-2026

Excelsior Sports Correspondent LEH, Jan 13: The Union Territory of Ladakh conducted team selection trials for the upcoming Khelo India Winter Gam

Mike Tomlin Net Worth: Pittsburgh Steelers coach steps down after record-breaking 19 seasons, Baltimore Ravens owner Steve Bisciotti makes shocking remarks

Mike Tomlin, the longest-tenured head coach in major American professional sports stepped down from his job leading the Pittsburgh Steelers on Tu

Rahul Gandhi holds discussions with Siddaramaiah, Shivakumar separately at Mysuru airport

The interactions have drawn attention as the issue of leadership and power-sharing continues to be discussed publicly

A hundred years ago | The literary institute, Namakkal

From the January 13, 1926 issue as there was no issue on January 14, 1926

Goalgaon-o asel onganiko jakgitele sandirokchina Congress dabia

SHILLONG: Adita salrangna skang, West Garo Hills ajani Rajabala jolo donggipa Goalgaon songo, ACHIK dolni membor-rangko niam gri kam kagipa dolsa

Lohri: let darkness vanish

Surprise inspection of Government Offices held in Zanskar

Excelsior Correspondent ZANSKAR, Jan 13: On the directions of the Sub-Divisional Magistrate, Zanskar, a Committee headed by Shri Mohd Hassan, Teh

Impact of Climate Change on Horticultural Crops Production in J&K

Dr. Banarsi Lal kvkreasi@gmail.com Union Territory Jammu and Kashmir is endowed with different agro-climatic conditions and topography. There is

Bhaderwahs Environmental Crisis

The National Green Tribunals sharp rebuke to the District Administration, Doda, over the state of pollution control in the ecologically fragile B

6 terror camps active across LoC, 2 opposite 1B: Army chief

J&K situation firmly under control *Active local terrorists in single digit NEW DELHI, Jan 13: Army chief Gen Upendra Dwivedi today said that the

EGH-o niam gri songdonggiparangko arikgalchina GHYS dabia

WILLIAMNAGAR: East Garo Hills ajao tomtomaniko rakkiangna manna gita ajao niam gri songdong achaenggipa manderangko amsandienba, biaptangtangona

Army enforces counter-UAS measures on LoC

Multiple drones enter Rajouri *Gunshots heard in Billawar forests Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Jan 13: Army opened fire to take down multiple s

Adokgre-o Health & Wellness Centre-ko nokdonggaa

RESUBELPARA: Mongolbar salo, North Garo Hills ajani Adokgre C&RD Block ningo donggipa Dilma Adap songo, Ayushman Bharat Health & Wellness Centre

CIK executes proclamation against 3 absconders

Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, Jan 13: The Counter Intelligence Kashmir (CIK) today executed proclamation orders against three absconding accu

MDA sorkarini GHADC-ko rimgekanichi Sixth Schedule-ko bonatnasienga: Saleng

SHILLONG: Garo Hills Autonomous District Council (GHADC) election-na skang, National Peoples Party (NPP)-chi dilenggipa Meghalaya Democratic Alli

Rajabala-o asel onganichi ACHIK dolni saksa sianina jegalgrimkua

TURA:Adita salrangna skang, West Garo Hills ajani Rajabala jolo, ACHIK dolni membor-rangko masina mangijagipa manderangni chadrapanichi, chadrapa

Dow Jones crashes, S&P 500, Nasdaq slip as U.S. Stock market analysts make big prediction

U.S. companies are under pressure to deliver strong growth in profits to justify the runs to records their stock prices have made.

India unfazed as US slaps 25% tariff on countries trading with Iran, sees minimal impact due to limited trade with Tehran since 2019

US President Trump announced a 25% tariff on countries trading with Iran, aiming to pressure Tehran amidst anti-government protests. However, the

Trump Says US Tariffs Bringing Billions To Treasury, Not Hurting Consumers

United States President Donald Trump on Tuesday (local time) said his administration's tariff policy is the cornerstone of what he described as t

U.S. asks American citizens to leave Iran urgently, President Donald Trump cuts off meetings with Iranian officials

U.S. Presodent Donald Trump, with his latest message on social media, appeared to make an abrupt shift about his willingness to engage with the I

Costa Rica Says Plot To Kill President Uncovered Ahead Of Elections

Costa Rica's government on Tuesday said it had uncovered a plot to assassinate President Rodrigo Chaves on the eve of national elections, in whic

Iran aired nearly 100 coerced confessions from protesters, often after torture, claim activists

Iran alleges confessions broadcast on state media, which often include references to Israel or America, are proof of foreign plots behind nationw

Fines must combine with strict enforcement of traffic laws

Editor, The news Police crackdown on traffic indiscipline in East Khasi Hills (ST January 13, 2026) is newsworthy. Fines can be an effective dete

Young India, old leaders

National attention was hardly riveted to an event in the national capital on Monday, when Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the nations yout

Ponguleti Launched Development Works Worth Rs.59.62 Crore In Mahabubabad

Speaking at an event in Mahabubabad district on Tuesday, the minister said that the state government, under the leadership of Chief Minister A. R

Nul-Ding Kt and the Living History of the Biate

By Bhogtoram Mawroh A few days ago, I was invited to take part in the Nul-Ding Kt Festival, organised by the Biate Cultural Organisation of Megha

Will hold feeders liable, fix heavy compensation for dog bites, warns SC

'Adopt them', P 8

The Outsider: Dangerous, Foreign, and Essential

By Ellerine Diengdoh Disclaimer: I can confirm that absolutely no trains were involved in the transport of these sentences. I was petrified that

CM Calls BJP Govt A Permanent Corona

In a Pongal message to his party cadre on Tuesday, Stalin said that he would be attending the Jallikattu event to be held at the world class mode

Pakistan sent Sindoor SOS after seeing Indian forces movement; 8 terror camps still active along Pakistan-side of border: Army chief

Miller Gets 3 Year Jail For 3 Crore Rice Fraud

The accused, Sheshanapuri Muralikrishna, 51, owner of Mugilipadu Sri Muralikrishna Rice Mill at Palasa, was charged with diverting government pad

AP To Roll Out Land, Slum Reforms Inspired By Mumbai Model

The delegation was led by S Suresh Kumar, principal secretary to Municipal Administration & Urban Development, and included senior officials from

Mahayuti's Victory Is Certain: Eknath Shinde On Last Day Of BMC Poll Rally

Ahead of the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) elections, Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde predicted the Mahayuti alliance'

'Intend to imprison any politician': Trump blasts Ilhan Omar, calls her a 'total scam artist'

Shiv Sena (UBT), MNS Form Bhagwa Guards To Check Election Malpractices

Shiv Sena UBT leader Sanjay Raut said, the saffron guards will take to the streets on the poll day to prevent duplicate and bogus voting.

Harmanpreet powers MIs big chase against Gujarat

WPL 2026 Navi Mumbai, Jan 13: Harmanpreet Kaur produced a batting masterclass with an unbeaten 71 to lead Mumbai Indians to a seven-wicket win ov

India Will Continue To Attract Foreign Investments Says RBI Gov Malhotra

Indias CPI inflation rose slightly but stayed subdued at 1.3 per cent year on year in December compared to 0.7 per cent year on year in the previ

Seattle Consulate hosts event on Indias expanding AI ecosystem ahead of Delhi Summit

NEW YORK, Jan 13 : The Consulate General of India in Seattle co-hosted a special event providing an overview of the countrys expanding AI ecosyst

SIR scrutiny only for voter rolls, not deportation: EC

US Supreme Court Seems Poised To Uphold Transgender Athlete Bans

The US Supreme Court appeared likely on Tuesday in a closely watched pair of cases to uphold state bans on the participation of transgender athle

Political Row Between BRS, Congress Over Future Of Jangaon District

The MLA accused the ruling party of creating confusion among the people in the guise of a district reorganisation.

Government doctors body urges CM to fulfil 2019 pay promise

The committee said around 19,000 government doctors were awaiting salary revisions that have been pending for over a decade

US Will Take Very Strong Action If Iran Hangs Protesters: Trump

President Donald Trump said on Tuesday the United States would take very strong action if the Iranian government starts hanging protesters, but d

Ponguleti Launches Rs 59.62 Crore Development Works In Mahabubabad

Of the total amount, projects worth Rs 24.13 crore were launched to improve urban infrastructure and living conditions. Accompanied by Chief Mini

3,000 Years Old Rare Human Statues Found In Mulugu

The anthropomorphic statues, dating back to the Megalithic period (circa 1,000300 BCE), were discovered by Sangu Venkat Reddy, research scholar f

Probe reveals NEHU staff died after fall during party with friends

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Jan 13: In a development related to the death of Bipul Inghi, the East Khasi Hills Police on Tuesday stated that prelim

Minister HK Patil Lauds Teens Honesty In Lakkundi Gold Find, State Cabinet To Decide On Honour And Assistance

The minister said Chief Minister Siddaramaiah had praised the boys integrity, remarking that the act of honestly handing over the recovered items

Paul seeks review of states power purchase, distribution performance

Paul raised concerns over frequent load shedding, unplanned shutdowns and supply disruptions, stating that these issues are regularly affecting h

Nitin Nabin to be formally elected BJP president on January 20

All Chief Ministers and Deputy Chief Ministers of BJP-ruled States as well as State unit presidents and national office-bearers have been asked t

Sevilla lose again

Spain, Jan 13: Marcos Alonso scored from the penalty spot with two minutes remaining to give Celta Vigo a 1-0 win over Sevilla and condemn the ho

J&K Muslim bodies express concern over police profiling' of mosques

Political and Muslim religious leaders describe move to seek details of mosques, its ideology and caretakers as intrusive and threatening

Punjab storm into semifinals with 183-run drubbing of MP

Vijay Hazare Trophy Bengaluru, Jan 13: Punjabs batters fired in unison to set up a strong base for the bowlers to complete a crushing 183-run win

MTC decision to discontinue bus services for students riles HYC

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Jan 13: The Hynniewtrep Youth Council (HYC) on Tuesday strongly condemned the decision of the Meghalaya Transport Corpo

Knowledge of local language must for all posts under DSC

SHILLONG, Jan 13: The Meghalaya government said knowledge of the local language is mandatory for recruitment to all posts under the District Sele

Governors Rule in Mizoram tribal council extended for 6 months

On January 7, the State Cabinet said there was no justification for extending Governors Rule in the Chakma Autonomous District Council

Kerala High Court admits PIL challenging survey

Health centre comes up in NGH village

From Our Correspondent TURA, Jan 13: Kharkutta MLA Rupert Momin on Monday inaugurated the Dilma Adap Ayushman Bharat Health & Wellness Centre (HW

Uma Thomas incident: HC issues interim stay on proceedings against third accused

Rathod, Bhute power Vidarbha into semis with win over Delhi

Bengaluru, Jan 13: Last seasons runners-up Vidarbha produced a disciplined all-round performance to beat Delhi by 76 runs and enter their second

Rotary Egg Bank launches livelihood initiative in Shillong

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Jan 13: The Rotary Egg Bank has launched a new livelihood initiative, Egg & Chicken Push Carts, in Shillong to provide

Is Trumps MAGA ally Steve Bannon eyeing a 2028 Presidential bid? Can he outdo JD Vance

Steve Bannon is reportedly working behind the scenes to shape the post-Trump Republican landscape, aiming to ensure his America First agenda prev

Quote of the day by Michael Dell: 'You don't have to be a genius or a visionary or even a college graduate to be successful. You just need...' - success lessons by the founder of Dell & 10th richest person

Quote of the day: Michael Dell's quote emphasizes that success hinges on a clear framework and a dream, not just genius or a degree. His own jour

Drug abuse threatens Indias demographic dividend: V-P

CM, L-G launch 64-crore overhaul ofNangloi-Najafgarh road

SC cites Manusmriti, offers widowed daughter-in-law relief

Punjab police get 3-day ultimatum to explain FIR in Atishi video row

Assembly Speaker questions impartiality of the probe, says police seeking 10 days to reply despite instant FIR, investigation raises serious ques

Trump Cancels Meetings With Iranian Officials And Tells Protesters 'Help Is On Its Way'

Trump did not offer any details about what the help would entail

Chhath Puja, Bihar poll over, Yamuna pollution back to normal: AAP

Delhi govt. unveils plan toearn revenue from emission cuts

Air quality slips to very poor; Lohri campfires defy ban

2 die in Pitampura scrap godown fire; probe under way

ICMR to define 'normal' health parameters for Indian kids, adolescents

Court Refuses Rs 5-cr Damage Claim For Lamborghini

The owner of the Lamborghini car met with an accident, leading to the total loss of the vehicle.

Tell Me Lies season 3 on Hulu: Find your character based on zodiac signs

Tell Me Lies season 3 is now airing on Hulu.

Gunshots fired outside the Paschim Vihar gym, Lawrence Bishnoi gang member claims responsibility

Scott Adams, US Creator Of 'Dilbert' Cartoon, Dies At 68

Scott Adams, the US cartoonist famous for his Dilbert comic strip whose career was later soured by a racism row, has died at age 68, his ex-wife

Simple food changes for heart health that can lower cholesterol and reduce heart disease risk

Heart disease is a major health risk, but experts say small food changes can help. Simple swaps like using healthier oils, choosing lean or plant

Delhi Police arrest 280 people associated with gangs in 48-hour operation

BJP Seeks All-party Meet On Dist Rationalisation

Ramchander Rao also opposed Revanth Reddys proposal to autodebit traffic challans from citizens bank accounts

Anthem agrees to $12.8 million settlement heres who can claim a payment

Anthem, now Elevance Health, has agreed to a $12.875 million settlement in a class action lawsuit. The suit alleged the insurer denied coverage f

Looking rich vs. Being financially secure: 7 Things the richest people avoid

Real wealth isnt about flashy cars, designer clothes, or social media flaunting. Its about financial confidence, intentional selections, and long

Dhurandhar box office collection day 40: Ranveer Singh film sees slight growth due to discounted ticket prices, earns Rs...

The Dhurandhar makers announced a dhamakedaar offer with the discounted ticket prices of Rs 149 across India for its sixth Tuesday. The Ranveer S