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NIA arrests 9th accused in Delhi Red Fort blast case

According to the NIA, the suspect allegedly played an active role in the conspiracy behind the blast that claimed 15 lives and left many others i

AMMKs general council to meet in Thanjavur on January 5

The meeting will be chaired by C. Gopal, former MLA and Member of Parliament

Palaniswami criticises DMK regimes handling of Navodaya Vidyalaya case

Tiruchi Aavin ice cream plant set to start production

Taken up with a budget of 43.41 crore, the plant will have capacity to produce all types of ice creams with different tastes and flavour; it will

Rani Mukerji steals spotlight in stunning Black floral dress at Vaibhavi Merchant's star-studded birthday bash, SEE pics

Rani Mukerji wowed in a black floral midi dress and diamond jewellery at Vaibhavi Merchant's birthday, standing out among Bollywood stars with he

Commanding Accolades: Peach Blossoms and Executive Chinese Chef Edward Chong Honoured by Multiple International Award Wins

Geetali Gupta From Law Prep Secures AIR-1 in CLAT 2026

Danube Group Expands Into New Business Segment With the Launch of UAEs First Cricket-Focused Digital Media Platform under the leadership of Mr. Anis Sajan

U.S. approves $11 billion in arms sales to Taiwan: Taipei

The arms sale announced on Thursday (December 18, 2025), which still needs U.S. Congressional approval, would be the second since Mr. Trump retur

Exicom launches an integrated EV charging rollout solution to help CPOs and EV manufacturers scale their charging networks

Nainar Nagenthran slams DMK government over vacancies in higher educational institutions

BJP says information obtained through the Right to Information Act revealed that more than 40% of the sanctioned lecturer posts were vacant in 12

Sub-inspector injured in stone pelting in poll counting centre in Adilabad

Hyderabad: A sub-inspector from the Gudihatnoor police station was injured due to stone pelting at the Sitagondi counting centre in Adilabad dist

Telangana Congress protests against NDA in National Herald case

Hyderabad: Telangana Congress on Thursday held protests at several places in the state against the NDA governments alleged vendetta politics in t

Rapidise Unveils RISE Modules & Edge AI Box

Christmas holidays 2025 trip idea: Hyderabad to Land of waterfalls

If you are still deciding where to go for your upcoming Christman and new year holidays, plan a last-minute trip to Meghalaya. Just one flight aw

Israel launches intense airstrikes in Lebanon as deadline looms to disarm Hezbollah

The Lebanese government has said that the army should have cleared all the border area south of the Litani river from Hezbollah's armed presence

Kodikunnil Suresh seeks Mappila Kala Kendra at Charummoodu in Alappuzha

He raises the demand in Lok Sabha, highlighting the urgent need to preserve and promote the rich literary and cultural heritage of the Mappila co

Anna Science Centre-Planetarium to hold science talent test

'She can go to hell': BJP Minister Giriraj Singh defends Nitish Kumar over hijab removal incident involving Muslim doctor

He did nothing wrong, is how Union Minister Giriraj Singh on Thursday chose to defend Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar whose recent act of assau

Residents of reorganised villages in Erode asked to represent their objection if any

Indian airports way ahead of Asian peers in biometric adoption: SITA APAC chief Sumesh Patel

GP Polls Results Show Congress Retains its Dominance in Telangana: Political Observers

While observers opined that the impressive performance of candidates with Congress support shows the Congress party's continued grip on state pol

AI-based solutions being studied for traffic management in the Nilgiris

Lok Sabha passes Viksit Bharat Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) Bill 2025

Parliament winter session: The Lok Sabha on Thursday passed the Viksit BharatGuarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) Bill, 2025, refra

Vadodara collectorate receives hoax bomb threat email

AHMEDABAD: Vadodara collectorate received a bomb threat email on Thursday morning, warning that the building would be blown up if it was not evac

The Hindu Sunday crossword no. 35

Festive season accessories flood shops in Tiruchi ahead of Christmas

Christmas Star or Star of the Bethlehem and the crib depicting the Nativity scene are the most sought after items besides the reindeer that glows

Kerala SIR: CEO files complaint with cyber police over misuse of absentees list

Kelkar says his office has received information that some people were portraying the list as the final one. The draft roll is scheduled to be rel

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East-West vulnerable, North deals

FA9LA rapper Flipperachi shares how life has changed after Akshaye Khanna's viral song in Dhurandhar: 'I honestly can't...'

Bahraini rapper Flipperachi's song FA9LA became a global hit after featuring in Bollywood's Dhurandhar with Akshaye Khanna. The track went viral

AP CM to Visit New Delhi to Seek Centre's Help for Projects

The Chief Minister is scheduled to meet six union ministers on Friday, including Home Minister Amit Shah, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, an

Bondi hero who tackled gunman made all of Syria proud

Sydney: Ahmed Al-Ahmed, who is being hailed as a hero for tackling one of the gunmen during the Bondi Beach attack, has made all of Syria proud w

Police Attach Property Of Notorious Drug Peddler Under NDPS Act In Srinagar

SRINAGAR, Dec 18: In a significant action against the drug menace, Jammu and Kashmir Police in Srinagar have attached a double-storey residential

Vijay brands DMK an evil force, positions TVK as people-centric alternative

Addressing a campaign meeting near the Vijayamangalam toll plaza in Perundurai taluk his first public address since the Karur stampede on Septem

NIA Nabs Shopian Resident, Key Conspirator In Deadly Delhi Blast

New Delhi, Dec 18: Tightening the noose around those involved in the deadly Delhi blast near the Red Fort, the National Investigation Agency (NIA

Cancer Patients in India Could Rise to 2 Million by 2040: MoS Jitendra Singh

Responding to supplementaries during the Question Hour, the minister informed the house that the Department of Biotechnology has developed the fi

NYT Connections Answer December 18: Hints, categories and solutions decoded for puzzle #921

Today's NYT Connections puzzle #921, dated December 18, 2025, presents 16 words to be sorted into four groups of four. NYT Connections is a daily

PM Modi Conferred With Order Of Oman By Sultan Haitham Bin Tarik In Muscat

Muscat [Oman], Dec 18: Prime Minister Narendra Modi was on Thursday conferred with the Order of Oman, the Sultanates highest civilian honour, by

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U.S. military says strike on alleged drug boat kills four in eastern Pacific

U.S. Southern Command stated on social media that the vessel was operated by narco-terrorists along a known trafficking route

DDS Women And The Question of Who Preserves Community Media

In an era where we have started referring to cassettes as vintage, their years of labour and priceless knowledge now stand to become obsolete

Stock markets decline for fourth day on weak global trends, trade deal uncertainty

Losses in energy, auto and pharma shares dragged indices down, while gains in IT shares helped trim losses. Select buying in financials and metal

IFFK 2025: Taiwanese film Yen and Ai-Leeis a poignant tale about letting go

The black and white film directed by Tom Shu-yu Lin explores peoples tendency to pursue abusive relationships and stay in them, despite it hurtin

Disproportionate Assets Case: ACB Files Chargesheet Against Then PDD Meter Reader

JAMMU, Dec 18: The Jammu and Kashmir Anti-Corruption Bureau has filed a chargesheet in a disproportionate assets case related to a former employe

Pakistan Announces Mera Lyari in Response to Bollywood Film Dhurandhar

The Sindh government explains the Dhurandhar narrative as 'Negative portrayal' of Lyari; 'Mera Lyari' aims to rectify it.

India to tackle sugar surplus with higher exports, ethanol diversion

India plans to protect sugarcane farmers from income losses by managing surplus sugar supplies through increased exports and diverting more for e

Daily Quiz: On Steven Spielberg

Visionary director Steven Spielberg was born on this day in 1946. Here is a quiz on the auteur.

Column | Are we in a QRisis?

Its each man for himself in the digital age of QR codes and OTPs

Retired HC judges embarrassed to sit as junior ad hoc judges to clear pendency: CJI

Supreme Court gives High Court Chief Justices discretion on Bench composition; flags waste of judicial talent after retirement at 62

Shivakumar dares BJP to change Gandhi photo in notes, Pawan Kalyan says 'task is assigned'

Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar challenged the BJP to change Gandhi's photo on currency notes amid a row over MGNREGA. Andhra Prade

UP Assembly Winter Session: Speaker seeks all-party cooperation for smooth conduct

Uttar Pradesh Assembly Speaker Satish Mahana urged all parties to cooperate for a smooth winter session, emphasizing constructive discussions on

Fire at construction site in Lingampally, no casualties

Hyderabad: A fire broke out at a construction site near the Lingamapally Railway Station in Hyderabad on Thursday, December 18, reportedly due to

J&K Govt Directs Employees To File Property Returns By Jan 31

JAMMU, Dec 18: The Jammu and Kashmir government has directed all public servants to submit their annual property returns for 2025 through the onl

Millions Facing Acute Food Insecurity In Afghanistan As Winter Looms, UN Warns

Food crisis in Afghanistan enters its first winter in years without U.S. foreign assistance and almost no international food distribution : Unite

Urologist explains how to spot kidney problems early by checking urine colour

Committees Formed In J&K To Enforce Aircraft Rules

JAMMU, Dec 18: The Jammu and Kashmir Government has accorded sanction for the constitution of committees for the Jammu and Kashmir divisions to e

Alliance University to host annual convocation in Bengaluru on December 20

As manyas 2,500 graduating students will receive their degrees in the presence of faculty, parents, dignitaries, and staff

Turkiye warns Russia, Ukraine over Black Sea security after shooting down drone

Turkiye has warned Russia and Ukraine to be more careful in the Black Sea. This comes after Turkiye's air force shot down a drone that entered it

Death knell: Mahua Moitra attacks govt over VB-G RAM G Bill, 60:40 Centre-state cost split

Watch: Lionel Messi dons Indian cricket jersey gifted by Jay Shah; interacts with Kuldeep Yadav, Renuka Singh and other athletes

Lionel Messi donned the Indian cricket jersey gifted by Jay Shah and met Indian sporting stars from different disciplines, including Kuldeep Yada

Rupee rises 12 paise to close at 90.26 against U.S. dollar

Forex traders said Brent crude oil prices hovering near $59 per barrel supported the domestic unit at lower levels

Six 2024 Batch IFS Probationers Alloted J&K Segment Of AGMUT Cadre

JAMMU, Dec 18: The Union Ministry of Environment, Forest, and Climate Change has allotted the Jammu and Kashmir segment of the AGMUT cadre to six

US announces massive package of arms sales to Taiwan valued at more than USD 10 billion

WASHINGTON, Dec 18: The Trump administration has announced a massive package of arms sales to Taiwan valued at more than USD 10 billion that incl

'No one-year separation needed': HC gives important ruling for mutual consent divorce cases, clears faster route

Mutual Divorce: Delhi High Court has delivered a significant ruling for couples seeking divorce. Courts can now waive the mandatory one-year sepa

India signs FTA with Oman, receives zero duty access on 99% of its exports

India exported $4.06 billion worth of merchandise to Oman in 2024-25, which made up 0.93% of Indias total exports that year. It imported $6.5 bil

At Orlo Dinner Is Less a Meal and More a Mood

As night falls, Orlo shifts gearsopening up a thoughtfully layered a la carte menu thats as much about shared memories and regional stories as it

Only Congress can declare war, not you: Ilhan Omar blasts Trump over military action in Venezuela

TGHRC Takes Suo-Motu Cognizance of Abandoning Elderly Person in Shamshabad

The Commission directed the Collector, Ranga Reddy District, to submit a detailed factual report and ensure immediate shelter, food, medical care

Wordle Answer today: Hints, clues and solution for puzzle #1643 on December 18

Wordle #1643's answer, is revealed with hints for players. The popular New York Times word puzzle, known for its simple rules and daily challenge

Fact-Check: Did Israeli Lawyer Fake Injuries at Bondi Beach Terror Attack? No!

The image is AI-generated, and credible reports confirm Ostrovsky was injured in the shooting at Bondi Beach.

Bigg Boss Telugu 9 finale: Which 3 contestants will exit top 2?

Hyderabad: The most awaited moment for Bigg Boss Telugu 9 fans is almost here. The grand finale of the popular reality show, hosted by Nagarjuna,

Bangladesh FS Asad Alam Siam to brief diplomats on election amid security concerns

DHAKA, Dec 18: Bangladesh Foreign Secretary Asad Alam Siam is likely to brief foreign diplomats, development partners, and key stakeholders on th

Maharashtra procures only 1.47 lakh tonnes of soybean so far

State government assures to look slack buying against the 18.5 lakh tonnes target

South Koreas Constitutional Court removes police chief over martial law involvement

SEOUL, Dec 18: South Koreas Constitutional Court on Thursday formally removed the countrys impeached police chief for deploying hundreds of offic

Indian Coast Guard nabs 35 Bangladeshi fishermen in EEZ, seizes two boats

Indian Coast Guard apprehended 35 Bangladeshi fishermen and seized two boats for illegal fishing within India's Exclusive Economic Zone. The fish

How coffee spaces have become Hyderabads new community hubs

Hyderabads caf culture that boomed in 2025 is being shaped by community-building, offering spaces that are flexible hangouts and informal work hu

Government steps in to check 'opportunistic pricing' by airlines: K Rammohan Naidu in Lok Sabha

The Civil Aviation Minister stated the government steps in to control airfares during unusual situations. This includes past instances like the C

India's food delivery platform sector generated Rs 1.2 lakh crore in gross output in FY24: Report

India's food delivery sector is a major economic driver. It generated Rs 1.2 lakh crore in gross output in 2023-24. Employment in the sector grew

Shah Rukh Khan To Nita Ambani: The Real Power Behind IPL

SHANTI Bill: Opposition slams 'oligarchisation' of nuclear energy, raises serious safety, liability concerns

The Rajya Sabha witnessed a sharp debate on the Sustainable Harnessing and Advancement of Nuclear Energy for Transforming India Bill, 2025 (SHANT

$1,776 warrior dividend isnt the whole story heres what else troops are getting from Trump

Trumps $1,776 warrior dividend brings Christmas checks to nearly 1.5 million U.S. service members nationwide. But the bonus is only part of Trump

Quote of the Day by Charlie Munger, Warren Buffet's longtime friend: 'The big money is not in the buying and selling, but...'

Charlie Munger, a longtime friend of Warren Buffet, was best known for his advice on finance, investments and success. Trained as a meteorologist

Probiotics vs prebiotics: Doctors explain which is best for your gut health

Gujarat to host Commonwealth Games 2030, while Rajya Sabha data shows sports training vacuum

AHMEDABAD: The Indian city ofAhmedabads elevation as the official host city for the Commonwealth Games 2030 has placed Gujarat firmly on the glob

Artist Kulpreet Singh Questions Politics of Blaming Stubble Burning for Pollution

Singh participated in the 2020-21 farmers protests on the borders of Delhi against the three farm laws and used ashes from the stoves of protesti

Honourable prefix inappropriate for bureaucrats: Allahabad HC

Prayagraj: The Allahabad High Court questioned the use of the term honourable for bureaucrats and state government officials, asking the Uttar Pr

Over 2,000 km covered under Kavach, Rail accidents down 90% since 2014: Ashwini Vaishnaw in LS

Giriraj Singhs jahannum mein jaye remarks on woman at centre of naqab row triggers backlash

New Delhi, Dec 18: Amid the Nitish Kumar naqab controversy, Union minister Giriraj Singh on Thursday created a fresh row when he said that it is

'We'll give respect to Mahatma Gandhi': Mamata to rename Bengal job scheme; slams Centre

Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma to feature in overseas T20 leagues? IPL chairman Arun Dhumal breaks silence

Can Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma and other Indian stars play overseas T20 leagues in the future? IPL chairman Arun Dhumal breaks his silence, explai