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EAM Jaishankar meets Indian-origin Tamil community leaders in Sri Lanka

COLOMBO, Dec 23 : External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Tuesday met leaders of the Indian-origin Tamil community here and underscored Indias

Dont be pessimist about new age tech: Vice President Radhakrishnan

NEW DELHI, Dec 23: Vice President C P Radhakrishnan on Tuesday said artificial intelligence is no longer a concept of the future but a reality of

India faces nuclear-armed adversaries, must maintain deterrence: CDS

NEW DELHI, Dec 23 : Emphasising the need for military readiness across multiple conflict scenarios, Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan o

Guterres voices concern over violence in Bangladesh, including lynching of Hindu man

UNITED NATIONS, Dec 23 : UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres has voiced concern over the violence in Bangladesh, including the lynching of a Hi

2nd WT20I: Shafali, spin trio do star turns in Indias seven-wicket win

VISAKHAPATNAM, Dec 23: Shafali Verma hit a blistering unbeaten 69 as India made short work of a paltry target to outclass Sri Lanka by seven wick

India New Zealand FTA to provide opportunities for Indian payment service providers

NEW DELHI, Dec 23 : The proposed India-New Zealand FTA provides opportunities for Indian payment service providers to leverage Indias technologic

VB-G RAM G Act better than MGNREGA, will transform rural India: Shivraj Chouhan

JAIPUR, Dec 23 : Union Agriculture and Farmers Welfare Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Tuesday said that the Viksit Bharat-Guarantee for Rozgar

Pak court stays arrest of Imran Khan, Bushra Bibi until Jan 27

KARACHI, Dec 23: A local court in Islamabad on Tuesday stayed the arrest of the founder of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), Imran Khan, and his wi

Delhi HC protects Sunil Gavaskars personality rights

The court ordered the URLs of the offensive material should be taken down by the websites within 72 hours

Strength at 56 and 26: Dr. Jen Ashton celebrates year-long fitness journey with bikini selfie alongside daughter

Dr. Jen Ashton, former Good Morning America chief medical correspondent, celebrated her year-long fitness journey by uploading a bikini selfie wi

Rongbing Apot dolongko March jao matchotnaba gnang

WILLIAMNAGAR: East Garo Hills ajani Rongbing Apot songo Rongon chibimako kabate rikenggipa dolongko matchotangengaha aro ia dolongko rebaenggipa

Indo-Bangla simako bilakbate nirikkina sorkari kurachaka

SHILLONG: Adita salrangna skang, Meghalaya adokni ningo donggipa songni manderangko, Bangladesh asongoni napsrukbagipa dolsa manderang, silchidar

Agilsakni Isol dakmikjachina VPP prez-ko HNLC mikrakata

SHILLONG: Khasi Hills Autonomous District Council (KHADC)-ni kamrango Hynniewtrep National Liberation Council (HNLC) bobil dolko jak onjachina di

HNLC bobil dolko agangrikaniona rimbapilchina sorkariko UDP didia

SHILLONG: Meghalaya adoko pangkamgipa tomtomaniko rabana gita Hynniewtrep National Liberation Council (HNLC) bobil dolko agangrikaniona rimbapiln

HC dismisses politically motivated plea of Mufti on undertrials

Excelsior Correspondent Srinagar, Dec 23: The High Court today dismissed the petition filed by Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) president and forme

Rs 12.70 crore released for stabilization project, work to start next financial year

Recurring land subsidence near Surinsar Lake Administrative Approval, treasury error need clarification Mohinder Verma JAMMU, Dec 23: The J&K Gov

GHADC election-na BJP, candidate-rangko sandiengaha

SHILLONG: Rebaenggipa 2026 bilsio ongatna sienggipa Garo Hills Autonomous District Council (GHADC) election-o susana gita Bharatiya Janata Party

Overnight snow, rains in Kashmir; weather improves

Mughal road being opened today Flight cancelled, 10 delayed in Jammu Fayaz Bukhari/Gopal Sharma SRINAGAR/ JAMMU, Dec 23: Parts of Kashmir were hi

Judicial Inquiry Comm records statements of cops, Magistrates

Public to be called in next sitting Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Dec 23: The Judicial Inquiry Commission headed by Retired Supreme Court Judge

Garo Hills-o Krismasna tarisamsotoka

Bazar antidamrango manderang koros kachichatoka TURA: Garo Hills gimikon manderangni kusi ongbee Krismasna nichaksoanirangko aro tarisamsoanirang

No headway in shifting of Ware House in sight, traders problems to continue

Avtar Bhat JAMMU, Dec 23: There has been no headway in shifting of much talked about Ware House -a trading hub of J&K from Jammu city to outskirt

Adokni CM, kangalrangna kadimeaniko rabaa

TURA: Mongolbar salo, adokni Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma, Tura Bazar-ona reange, Krimasna koros kachichaenggipa manderangko, dokkan dakenggipa

Families of two Jammu youth recruited into Russian Army lose contact since Sept 2025

No efforts to ensure return Bivek Mathur JAMMU, Dec 23: Families of two out of three youth from Jammu district, who were allegedly misled into jo

Songsak jolo niam gri roong bikotenga ine ASPF badi kaa

TURA: East Garo Hills ajani Songsak police station-ni ningo donggipa Koksi Songma songo, niam gri roong quarry aro roong jetani karkanako chalaie

HC dismisses plea of HM chiefs sons

NEW DELHI, Dec 23: The Delhi High Court today dismissed the pleas of two sons of Hizbul Mujahideen chief Syed Salahuddin and others challenging f

2 CT-Scan machines lying defunct at GMC Anantnag

Private diagnostic centre roped in for services Irfan Tramboo SRINAGAR, Dec 23: Two CT scan machines at Government Medical College (GMC) Anantnag

Eased MBBS intake norms to continue amid doctor shortage

To address doctor shortages, the National Medical Commission will continue relaxed MBBS intake norms for existing colleges for the 2026-27 academ

At this new restaurant in Delhi, you can have a cocktail with your pet

A Students Plea for Sanity Amidst the Noise at NEHU

Editor, I walked into North-Eastern Hill University (NEHU) with a sense of pride. For a student like me hailing from far away hilly villages of M

Politics as business

Reports that the ruling BJP carried a hefty after-poll bank balance of nearly 7,000 crore, against the Congress partys over 500 crore, should sur

Renowned Hindi writer Vinod Shukla dies at 88

Renowned Hindi writer Vinod Kumar Shukla passed away at 88 after a lung ailment. The first Jnanpith awardee from Chhattisgarh, Shukla was known f

Court modifies bail conditions for Michel in Agusta case

A Delhi court has partially eased bail conditions for Christian Michel James in the AgustaWestland chopper scam case. The court allowed him to fu

Controversy erupts as CBS blocks 60 minutes story on Venezuelan prisoners in El Salvador

CBS News faced criticism after pulling a 60 Minutes report on Venezuelan men detained in El Salvadors CECOT prison following deportation by the T

A hundred years ago | Operating on heart without anaesthetic

2 killed, 16 injured as fog triggers pile-up in Amethi

Dense fog led to a massive pile-up on the Lucknow-Varanasi National Highway in Amethi, claiming the lives of two truck drivers and injuring at le

Ashes over for Pat Cummins, uncertainty over T20 WC too

Melbourne, Dec 23: Todd Murphy will replace the injured Nathan Lyon as Australias frontline spin option, while captain Pat Cummins is set to be r

Kohli, Rohit, Gill add star power to Vijay Hazare Trophy

Bengaluru, Dec 23: The charismatic presence of Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma alongside a host of top India cricketers lends unprecedented gravitas

England to investigate drinking habits of cricketers in Ashes tour

Melbourne, Dec 23: Englands managing director of mens cricket Rob Key says he will investigate the drinking habits of the England team following

Brooks judgement cost England: Ponting

MELBOURNE, Dec 23: Former Australia captain Ricky Ponting has called on England batter Harry Brook to refine his approach in Australian condition

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Adelbert reiterates demand for separate academic reservation policy

By Our Reporter Shillong, Dec 23: North Shillong MLA Adelbert Nongrum has reiterated his demand for a separate academic reservation policy, empha

State jacks up border vigil

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Dec 23: In a move reflecting growing concerns over cross-border crime and the volatile political situation in Banglades

Tribal pushback over 'illegal settlers' kills 2 in Assam's West Karbi Anglong

Two people died and dozens of police officers were injured in violent tribal protests in Assam's West Karbi Anglong district. Demonstrators, arme

Jimenez converts another penalty to give Fulham win over Nottingham Forest

An uneventful first half came to life seconds before halftime when Fulham was awarded a spot kick following a foul by Douglas Luiz on his fellow

Ready to face assassination if it helps people: Ardent on HNLC warning

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Dec 23: Voice of the People Party (VPP) president Ardent Miller Basaiawmoit has defiantly responded to threats from the

Governor wishes peace, joy ahead of Christmas festival

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Dec 23: Ahead of the Christmas festivities, Governor Chandrashekhar H. Vijayashankar on Tuesday visited the Cathedral o

Former HC Judge SR Sen passes away

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Dec 23: Former Judge of the High Court of Meghalaya, Justice Sudip Ranjan Sen, passed away on Tuesday at a hospital in

Libya's Prime Minister confirms the death of country's military chief in plane crash in Turkey

Officials in Libya said contact with the plane was completely lost about half hour into the flight because of a technical malfunction

Lack of departmental coordination behind water crisis, claims Adelbert

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Dec 23: North Shillong MLA Adelbert Nongrum on Tuesday attributed the recent water crisis affecting several localities

Them Iew Mawlong issue: Adelbert reminds govt of proposed relocation

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Dec 23: North Shillong MLA Adelbert Nongrum on Tuesday urged the state government to take immediate steps to relocate 3

Kohli and Rohit in focus as Indian crickets creme de la creme take guard for the Hazare Trophy

The former skippers will turn up for Delhi and Mumbai respectively from the opening round itself; defending champion Karnataka finds itself in th

UDP awaits report on strategy for GHADC polls

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Dec 23: The United Democratic Party (UDP) is still awaiting a crucial report from its Garo Hills committee regarding st

Appoint deserving Acting Syiem, Titos tells KHADC

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Dec 23: Opposition Leader in the Khasi Hills Autonomous District Council (KHADC), Titosstarwell Chyne, on Tuesday, said

The ultimate guide to making your favourite Christmas savouries with a splash of spirit

From adding dark rum to chicken wings to creating a sumptuous vodka sauce for tiramisu, crme caramel or chocolate tart, we have got you covered

Libya's Army Chief Killed In Plane Crash In Turkey

Libya's prime minister said the chief of staff of the country's army was killed in an airplane accident in Turkey on Tuesday after he visited Ank

Defence Research and Development Organisation conducts User Evaluation Trials

Defence Research and Development Organisation conducts User Evaluation Trials of the Next Generation Akash (Akash-NG) missile system. (PTI)

Madhya Pradesh electoral rolls cut by over 42.7 lakh after SIR, 8.4 lakh voters 'unmapped'

Madhya Pradesh has removed 42.7 lakh voters, 7.4% of its electorate, in a massive electoral roll clean-up. This extensive revision, involving doo

BJP rejects Cong charge, defends One North East platform

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Dec 23: State BJP president Rikman G Momin has pushed back strongly against the Meghalaya Congress claim that the North

Strict action for New Year violations; special drunk driving checks from Wednesday

Hyderabad CP says riders/motorists caught drunk will face vehicle seizure, a fine of 10,000, six-month jail term and even permanent cancellation

83 from Lyngkyrdem complete Home Guards training; Dy CM hails milestone

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Dec 23: Deputy Chief Minister in charge of Home (Police) Prestone Tynsong, on Tuesday, said the completion of training

Revisiting what Christmas truly means

By Daniella Dawn Lyngwa SHILLONG, Dec 23: Christmas is more than just a festival. The season that once called for reflection, humility, and compa

53 Excise Officers To Be Elevated

The committee, chaired by Vikas Raj with convener secretary Mahesh Dutt, principal secretary Raghunandan Rao, and excise commissioner C. Harikira

Techie Allegedly Shoots Estranged Wife Dead

The accused, Balamurugan, 40, a software engineer, shot his wife four times using a pistol, police said.

Dangerous Message: Trump admin. abruptly pulls 30 career diplomats in sweeping State Dept reset

BJP Chief Ramchander Rao Urges Policy Debates Over Personal Attacks in Telangana Politics

Stressing the need to set aside personal enmities, he said that no one justifies personal attacks. Yet many politicians ignore policy critiques a

Bitcoin whale selling hits record $15 billion in 2025: Why this signals a major BTC USD price crash next year

Bitcoin price crash prediction 2026: Bitcoin whales have been net sellers throughout 2025, offloading approximately 161,294 BTC worth $15 billion

Kishan Reddy Slams Telanganas Degraded Politics, Urges to Emulate PV Narasimha Raos Ideals

He urged all parties to adopt Rao's ethical politics, focus on public issues, and practice restraint. Today's leaders must emulate his values and

Police Warn Of Rising Online Trading Scams

Sajjanar said fraudsters lure victims through social media, Telegram, or WhatsApp groups, promising high returns in cryptocurrency, forex, or sto

SIR, NDAs win, new BJP president: how Bihar took centre stage in national politics

Russell Brand faces two additional sexual offence charges including rape and sexual assault

British comedian and actor Russell Brand has been charged with two additional sexual offences, that includes rape and sexual assault, officials c

Delhi Police tightens security ahead of year-end festivities

Cabinet okays 100-cr. fund for revival of water bodies

BJP councillor apologises for her learn Hindi remark

L-G blames AAP for pollution; Oppn. party calls it letter theatrics

Jamia suspends professor over question on atrocities against Muslims in exam

No PUC, no fuel policy to remain even after stricter curbs are revoked: Sirsa

Environment Minister terms driving without a valid PUC certificate a crime against Delhis air,says 811 polluting industries issued closure notice

DU committee seeks revision in PG elective subjects

Christmas quote of the day by Chris Rea: 'I'd never intended to write a Christmas hit...'

Christmas quote of the day by Chris Rea highlights his famous words about never planning to write a Christmas song. The quote gains meaning as fa

Implications of the Vande Mataram discourse

The tone and tenor of the debate in Parliament show that the last word on this issue has not yet been spoken, and that ensuing discussions in Par

Home Guard Killed in Road Mishap

Near Upparpally, a vehicle coming from behind hit the handle of his two-wheeler, pushing him down. He got crushed under the tyre and died on the

Tamil Nadu SIR: It is time to put apprehensions to rest

The manner in which the SIR was conducted in Tamil Nadu raises questions

Telangana Leaders Honour PV Narasimha Rao on Death Anniversary

He said Raos contribution to national development and governance would always be remembered.

13 sentenced to life over lynching of father, son during anti-Waqf Act protests in West Bengal

KOLKATA: 13 persons were sentenced to life imprisonment for the lynching of a man and his son during the protests over the Waqf (Amendment) Act b

Justice Department Releases Epstein Files, Notes Trump Jet Trips

The release is the most voluminous so far and comes after a massive public campaign for transparency into the U.S. governments Epstein investigat

Deepthy Mary Varghese voices displeasure over being overlooked for Mayors post

KPCC general secretary and two-time Corporation councillor questions selection process, alleges norms were bypassed as District Congress Committe

Maharashtra local body results boosts Mahayuti, raises new questions for MVA

Tennis star Venus Williams ties the knot with Andrea Preti in a five-day palm beach wedding

Tennis icon Venus Williams and actor Andrea Preti officially celebrated their marriage with a week-long wedding in Palm Beach, Florida, months fo

ACB Raids 14 Premises Of Sub-Registrar Office Staff Across AP

The raids followed the registration of four criminal cases against SRO staff, after the ACB seized unaccounted cash exceeding 1.22 lakh during su

78 Volunteers Complete Disaster Training

Addressing the volunteers, Ranganath urged them to develop skills to grow as responsible individuals.

Marjorie Taylor Greene eyes major new gig after quitting Congress heres whats next

Marjorie Taylor Greene, whose congressional term ends next month, may be heading to a prominent daytime talk show. After a successful guest appea