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Letters to The Editor December 18, 2025

Indias Overseas Bill betrays migrant workers

The legislation, billed as a sleek upgrade to the 1983 Emigration Act, is a Trojan horse of deregulation dressed in the garb of efficiency

No materials shown to prove pillar is not a deepathoon

The State is claiming that the stone pillar on the hill is not a deepathoon only to complicate the matter, says senior counsel appearing for the

Two more Indians killed in Russia-Ukraine war zone, bodies arrive at Delhi airport

The deceased, Ajay Godara and Rakesh Kumar, had gone to Russia on student visa but were allegedly enlisted in the Russian Army after being misled

Can Indias national accounts make the grade?

IMFs C grade is a cause of concern, but if revisions are implemented rigorously and institutionalised as a regular cycle, the countrys statistica

Change for the worse: on replacing MGNREGA, the VB-G RAM G Bill

The move to alter MGNREGS beyond recognition must be dropped

SRMIST signs MoU to take up research on oil-field chemicals

Police initiate probe after fisherman goes misssing

The story of We, the moving people

The Special Intensive Revision of the electoral rolls, Census 2027 and delimitation will sharpen the migrant imprint on Indian politics

Why Bitcoin price today drops to $86,000: Fed chair uncertainty, tax-loss selling and whale activity weigh on BTC USD

Bitcoin price today: Bitcoin faces pressure near $86,000. Uncertainty over the next US Federal Reserve Chair and year-end tax-loss selling are im

Home prices, rents, rates: 2026 housing market predictions everyone needs to know

Home prices, rents, rates 2026: Housing market predictions for 2026 show slower home price growth, not a collapse. Mortgage rates may ease slight

Government going against 2010 consensus on nuclear-liability: Opposition

Parliament took on the SHANTI Bill, a pivotal piece regarding nuclear energy. The government praised the bill as a cornerstone for elevating Indi

Avatar Fire and Ash movie review: Despite being stretched, predictable, James Cameron pulls off visually rich film, high on emotion and action

Avatar Fire and Ash review: Trust James Cameron, and he will not fall from your expectations. The latest Pandora adventure does take time to esta

Feel at home: Modi in Ethiopian Parliament

Prime Minister Narendra Modi's journey to Ethiopia felt like a homecoming, as he drew inspiring connections between the African nation and his ro

SEC to hold workshop on EVMs in Kochi

Dhurandhar: Here's how Akshay Khanna reacted to blockbuster success, fans' love for Rehman Dakait in Aditya Dhar film

In his latest interview, Dhurandhar casting director Mukesh Chhabra has shared how Akshaye Khanna reacted to the film's blockbuster success and f

Law and order cant be cited to flout court orders, says Justice G.R. Swaminathan

The HC judge was hearing two contempt of court cases, including one related to the Thirupparankundram deepam row

The Oscars will move to YouTube in 2029, leaving longtime home of ABC

Starting in 2029, YouTube will retain global rights to streaming the Oscars through 2033.

Indian Army scripts history as tanks, artillery reach Kashmir in special military train; why is it important

The Indian Army has achieved a historic logistics milestone by transporting tanks and artillery guns into the Kashmir Valley for the first time t

Santosh trophy row: J&K govt orders high-level probe into team selection

Amid allegations of bias against players from the Jammu region, the Jammu and Kashmir government has constituted a high-level enquiry committee t

Woman officer charred to death in fire at LIC office in Madurai

Deputy Mayor T. Nagarajan, who rushed to the accident spot, said an electrical short-circuit could have caused the fire

HC transfers case of Rahul Gandhis citizenship from Raebareli to Lucknow

Lucknow: The Lucknow bench of Allahabad High Court on Wednesday transferred a criminal complaint questioning the citizenship of Congress leader R

CM Plans Surprise Visits To Districts To Scan Public Grievances

All government services should be available online from Jan 15: Reports

Delhi pollution: Experts caution against smog-eating surfaces

New Delhi: As the Delhi government moves ahead with plans to develop smog-eating surfaces in the city, environmental experts on Wednesday warned

Delhi air pollution: SC points to winter school break while hearing a plea to open primary classes, mid-day meal

The senior counsel said for the poor, who could not afford air-purifiers, staying at home, away from school, deprives them of education, a mid-da

More communities to be included in OBC list

Watch: AAP setting garbage on fire to raise pollution: Delhi Environment Minister

Parliament Clears Bill To Raise Insurance FDI To 100%

The Sabka Bima Sabki Raksha (Amendment of Insurance Laws) Bill, 2025, was cleared by the Rajya Sabha through a voice vote, a day after it was pas

Unwrap Happiness

Many youngsters are packing meals, wrapping gifts and spending time not just with their loved ones, but with strangers, spreading the true joy of

Minister lays stone for CRMAS research, manufacturing centre

IndiGo, DGCA face heat in Parliament over flight chaos

New Delhi: A parliamentary panel examining the recent air traffic disruptions tried to fix responsibility for Indigos mass cancellation of flight

Self-Styled Youtuber Arrested In Extortion Case

Mohammed Bilal threatened the complainant that if he does not give Rs 35,000 he would get them arrested, police said. Based on the :evidence, the

Biden is not President, Trump is: Sen. Klobuchar shuts down FCC Chair over free speech license

HC Questions Traffic Police Practice in Issuing Challans

The court also questioned the absence of details regarding the equipment used to record the alleged traffic violations, following which the State

Delhi HC cracks down on alleged use of pirated surveillance software at Udyog Bhawan

It was found that multiple unauthorised copies of the Mirasys software, originally licensed for another site in Gurugram, were illegally copied a

Who dialed 911? Police reveals gut wrenching details how Nick Reiner killed parents Rob & Michele

Plants Play a Pivotal Role in Flexi Menu

A growing number of Indians are choosing meat-free alternatives as chefs, nutritionists and consumers reshape everyday eating habits

US-Venezuela war inevitable? Trump orders total oil blockade, Maduro defies imperialist aggression

SC Refuses To Vacate HC Stay On Shamshabad Land

The Supreme Court directed not to put any construction or alienation till the disposal of the appeal before the Telangana High Court

'Dangerous leap': Opposition flags risks as ruling MPs back private push in nuclear energy Bill

NEW DELHI: The Lok Sabha on Wednesday witnessed a sharply divided debate on the governments Sustainable Harnessing and Advancement of Nuclear Ene

UG medical: 19 seats allotted in second stray vacancy round, seven seats still vacant

Maoists Urge TG to Produce Arrested Cadre in Court

CPI (Maoist) Telangana Committee official spokesperson Jagan alleged that arrests of unarmed Maoists would disturb the peaceful environment preva

SHE Teams Visit Chakali Ailamma University To Carry Out Inquiry

We are pursuing the case on a top priority. A thorough investigation will be conducted based on evidence that we have collected and action will b

RSS Chief Bhagwat Meets Vice President Radhakrishnan

Sarsanghchalak of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS), Dr. Mohan Bhagwat, met the Hon'ble Vice-President of India, Shri C. P. Radhakrishnan, at

India and Russia are creating a framework to boost bilateral trade to $100 billion by 2030: Envoy

India and Russia are set to significantly increase trade. A new strategic economic plan targets $100 billion in bilateral trade by 2030. Trade ha

IndiGo fiasco: Airline COO appears before parliamentary panel; 'matter heard in detail'

Salad dressing recall: Thousands of cases of popular brands recalled nationwide

Thousands of salad dressing cases from Costco and Publix are recalled nationwide due to black plastic found in granulated onions. Ventura Foods i

Case registered against IUML workers for alleged caste slur

The alleged incident took place on December 13, soon after the announcement of the local body election results

9-year-old found hanging in bathroom in Hyderabad

Hyderabad: A nine-year-old boy, Prashant, was found hanging at his house within the Chand Nagar police station limits on Tuesday, December 16. Sp

ED arrests couple in Rs 300-crore Ponzi fraud case

New Delhi: The Enforcement Directorate has arrested a man and his wife for allegedly duping people by orchestrating a multi-level marketing schem

Doctors Link Rise In Scabies, Ringworm To Dip In Temperature

. In many economically backward households, family members sleep in a single room to stay warm. This close contact is leading to the rapid spread

Bridgerton Season 4 release date, filming and cast update: Schedule, production status, story, and Season 5 filming, release window

Bridgerton Season 4 release date, filming and cast update confirms an early 2026 return on Netflix. The season focuses on Benedict Bridgerton and

Youth Will Protect Our Country, Just as Our Fathers Did

Sunny Deol talks of the power that comes with donning the Army uniform at the teaser launch of Border 2

Rafales to strengthen long range strike capabilities: Navy Chief Admiral Tripathi

In a strategic surge to elevate its aerial powers, the Indian Navy is set to procure 26 Rafale M fighter jets from France, as announced by Admira

BoB underwrites $500 million forex loan facility to ONGC unit

Akshaye Khanna Moves Into New Home

The bungalow was purchased before Dhurandhar success

TRAI sets Feb. 15 deadline for IRDAI regulated entities to switch to 1600 series numbers

James Webb telescope discovers a cosmic oddity: A lemon-shaped exoplanet that has scientists stunned

The James Webb Space Telescope has found a strange exoplanet with a lemon-like shape. The planet orbits a dead star and has a rare carbon-filled

Kanaka Durga temple management to introduce online services soon

Watch: Delhi govt planning overhaul of PUC certificate issuing system: Environment Minister

Delhi government is considering an overhaul of the Pollution Under Control (PUC) certificate issuing system as the existing centres are old with

Seminar on developmental projects in Madurai to be held on December 20

Focus on producing hygienic, environment-friendly products to sustain in the field, Zilla Panchayat CEO tells MSMEs

Omar Abdullah Slams J&K Administration, Accuses LG of Frequent Interference

He also demanded that the Centre define a clear arget for the restoration of statehood.

Concerns raised over inadequate parking facility at Karavali Utsav Ground

With parking space for less than 10 cars at the venue this time as against about 200 earlier, people fear traffic chaos on adjoining arterial roa

Floral show marks National Farmers Day celebration at Maris Stella College

Video: Hyderabad groom fires toy pistol during wedding procession, booked

Hyderabad: The Langer Houz police booked a case against a groom for firing a toy pistol during his wedding procession five days ago. The incident

Psychological distress linked to problematic pornography use, says NIMHANS study

Problematic pornography use among Indian adults is closely associated with psychological distress, with anxiety and stress emerging as key predic

VP To Arrive In Hyd On Dec. 20 For 2-Day Visit

In view of the Vice Presidents visit, Chief Secretary K. Ramakrishna Rao held a review meeting with senior officials through a video conference o

TGs Third Discom To Manage Free, Subsidised Power To Start on April 1

New utility from April 1 to ease financial stress on existing power distributors

Sesh on Turning 41

Marriage not on the cards for now, says the actor

Dhurandhar box office collection day 13: Ranveer Singh film continues to earn over Rs 25 crore, total earnings are now...

Dhurandhar box office day 13: The Ranveer Singh, Aditya Dhar film will start facing competition from Avatar: Fire and Ash, the third installment

Bailable warrant issued against Information Commissioner Samuel Jonathan

Trumps $2,000 stimulus plan shuts out 42% of Americans heres who gets left behind

Trumps $2,000 stimulus plan could leave 42% of Americans without a check. The proposal, often described as a tariff dividend, has sparked debate

LS passes bill to open civil n-sector to private players amid opposition walkout, govt says the bill retains strong safety and liability safeguards

Ganja worth 5.6 lakh seized, one arrested

Whistleblower letter exposes in-house justice at Bengaluru apartment complex, police file FIR

Party for a Cause

The evening celebrated the belief that every contribution big or small can help save a life, bringing together supporters for a cause rooted in

Telangana High Court directs GHMC to publish delimitation data in 24hrs

Hyderabad: The Telangana High Court on Wednesday, December 17, directed the Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation (GHMC) to publish ward-wise p

Government leveraging geospatial tech as national asset for Viksit Bharat: Jitendra Singh

Geospatial technologies are a foundational pillar of India's development journey, and the government is leveraging them as a national asset for V

Seagull With GPS Tracker Of Chinese Institute Found On Karnataka Coast

A migratory seagull fitted with a GPS tracking device was found injured along the Karwar coastline in Karnataka's Uttara Kannada district, trigge

Inside MuseLABs Design World

From playful objects to immersive spaces, the exhibition, The Making Room, offers a thoughtful look at design as storytelling

Trump Is Previewing His 2026 Agenda In An Address To The Nation As His Popularity Wanes

Trumps mass deportations of immigrants have also proved unpopular even as he is viewed favourably for halting crossings along the U.S. border wit

Counting Of Votes For Punjab Local Body Polls Underway, AAP Wins In 927 Zones

Counting of votes for the zila parishad and panchayat samiti elections in Punjab was underway on Wednesday even as the ruling AAP claimed it regi

Brown University faces massive scrutiny: Shooter spotted roaming free, students frustrated over FBI

India, UAE troops to take part in joint military exercise in Abu Dhabi from December 18-30

An Indian Army contingent has departed for the United Arab Emirates to participate in the second edition of Exercise Desert Cyclone to be conduct

LoC Breaches Threaten Security

The cases of people from across the border crossing the Line of Control (LoC) quite often is something which cannot be viewed as a casual act bec

Startup co-founder fixes critical bug 10 mins after wedding

KoyalAI CEO Mehul Agarwal shared a social media post of priding on how his sister and co-founder, Gauri Agarwal, fixed a critical software bug in

All New Mini Convertible Sold Out in Just 24 Hours

With demand surging for it, the carmaker has now opened bookings for the second phase of deliveries starting from next year.

E-Cigarettes Banned Under Law, No Cases Of Drug-Laced Vapes: Centre

Asserting that electronic cigarettes remain completely banned under Indian law, the government informed Parliament that no case related to the se