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Terror Hideout Busted In J&K's Forest Area, Rifle, 22 Live Bullets Found

The recovery of these arms and ammunition marks a significant step toward strengthening the security grid in the region and preventing their pote

Thai Soldier Killed, Many Injured As New Clashes Break Out On Cambodia Border

Thailand launched air strikes on its neighbour Cambodia on Monday, the Thai army said, with both sides trading blame for the latest eruption of f

Corner Office Conversation: Diego Bianchi,, Vice President, Global Hubs, Sazerac

30th International Film Festival of Kerala to open with Palestine film

Thiruvananthapuram: The 30th International Film Festival of Kerala (IFFK) beginning here on December 12, will open with the film Palestine 36, di

Trump-brokered peace deal breaks as Thailand attacks Cambodia; What triggered clashes that has displaced nearly 4 lakh people

Thailand launched air strikes on Cambodia after accusing its forces of violating a ceasefire, resulting in at least one Thai soldier's death. Thi

Thailand launches air strike on Cambodia amid rising border tensions, 1 killed and several injured; Here's what we know so far

A Thai soldier was killed and four others were injured after Thailand carried out air strikes along the disputed Cambodia border. Cambodia condem

New Video Shows Moment When Massive Fire Broke Out At Goa Nightclub, Killing 25

A new video has surfaced of a massive fire at a nightclub in North Goa that broke out on Sunday and turned into a death trap, claiming 25 lives,

Schools In These Regions To Remain Closed From December 8 To 14, Check Details

School Holidays In December: The extended closure has come as a relief for students who were facing difficulties attending school in the harsh we

Thailand launches air strikes at Cambodia as border tensions reignite

Thailand has launched air strikes along its disputed border with Cambodia after accusing Phnom Penh of breaching a ceasefire. Fresh clashes erupt

Israel, Qatar and U.S. hold trilateral meeting in New York

U.S. news outlet Axios reports White House envoy Steve Witkoff hosted the meeting, with Mossad spy chief David Barnea representing Israel and an

90% of eco park work at Raman Thangal Lake completed

The project involves the removal of water hyacinth and terrestrial weed species across the lake

Trump airs doubt about Netflix acquisition of Warner Bros.

Warner Bros. Discovery officially put itself up for sale in October after receiving multiple unsolicited offers

Goa nightclub tragedy: CM Sawant reveals likely causes behind deadly fire that claimed 25 lives

A devastating fire at a North Goa nightclub, reportedly sparked by electric firecrackers, claimed 25 lives and injured six. Investigations reveal

LS to Hold Special Discussion on 150 Years of Vande Mataram Today

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will address the discussion at 12 noon today. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh is also scheduled to speak at the concl

IndiGo flight status: Delhi Airport issues BIG advisory, warns passengers on delays; check details

While IndiGo has attempted to calm nerves by assuring passengers that operations are expected to stabilise between December 10 and 15, the normal

Not about gym or diet: Harvard-trained doctor reveals 8 easy habits to instantly upgrade your health before 2026

As 2025 ends, focus on small, consistent habits for better health. Dr Saurabh Sethi suggests starting days with gratitude and morning sunlight. G

'Asking leave is like begging in India': Techie in Singapore contrasts work culture, sparks debate online

An Indian working in Singapore has exposed the stark work culture divide saying that if you ask leave in India, its equal to begging. However, in

Probe Agency ED Seeks Case Against Tamil Nadu Minister In Rs 1,020 Crore Case

Turning the heat on Tamil Nadu Municipal Administration and Water Supplies Minister KN Nehru, the Enforcement Directorate sources claim to have w

What are the legalities involved in organ transplants? | Explained

Indias organ transplant system faces challenges due to unclear brainstem death certification which hinders donations. Legal clarity is necessary

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Parliament Winter Session Day 6 LIVE Updates: Parliament Sets Stage For Vande Mataram Debate, PM Modi, Top Ministers To Speak

Parliament is set to hold a special discussion on Vande Mataram in both Houses as the national song completes 150 years. The Lok Sabha will take

Vande Mataram debate in Lok Sabha: Thank BJP govt for highlighting lost heroes marginalised by Nehru-Gandhi politics

Russia steps up engagement with Central Asia; hosts Kazakh leader

Russia and Kazakhstan have elevated their bilateral ties to a comprehensive strategic partnership, signing numerous agreements across various sec

Coca-Cola tests paper-based bottle carriers in Europe that could cut 200 tons of plastic a year; when will it reach the US?

Coca-Cola HBC Austria is piloting a new packaging strategy, replacing plastic shrink wrap with a recyclable corrugated-paper handle for soft drin

PM Modi To Initiate Debate On 150-Year-Old 'Vande Mataram' In Lok Sabha Today

PM Modi had said that the Congress's decision sowed the seeds of Partition and dissected 'Vande Mataram' into pieces.

Russia talks: Dissapointed that Zelensky hasn't read the proposal, says Trump

'Remain alert': UP CM Yogi Adityanath's warning to public against 'infiltrators'; asks people to 'verify identity'

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has warned of strict action against Bangladeshi and Rohingya infiltrators in the state. He urged res

IndiGo cancels over 650 flights on Sunday

New Delhi/Mumbai: The countrys largest airline IndiGo on Sunday cancelled over 650 flights while the disrupted operations were slowly stabilising

Goa fire criminal failure of governance: rahul

NEW DELHI: The Congress on Sunday demanded a full-scale investigation and strict accountability for the tragic fire at a nightclub in Goa that ki

Fake e-PAN download emails: IT Dept, PIB issue warning to taxpayers

New Delhi: The Income Tax Department has issued a fact-check to alert citizens against fake e-mails asking people to download the e-PAN card, an

Insider track | Russian folk tune and Indian link

At the Rashtrapati Bhavan state dinner hosted by President Droupadi Murmu for Vladimir Putin, the Rashtrapati Bhavan Naval Band brought an unexpe

Is Gautam Gambhir to blame for Indias South Africa whitewash? Ravi Shastri weighs in

Team India's recent home Test series losses have sparked debate. Former coach Ravi Shastri states accountability rests with the entire team, not

IndiGo Flight Disruption News Live Updates: IndiGo passengers continue to be affected amid flight cancellations

India a living culture, not just grand monuments: PM at Unesco meet

NEW DELHI: For India, heritage has never been just nostalgia, but its a living and growing river, a continuous stream of knowledge, creativity an

A safe city is the basic right of every citizen

She warned that one should avoid stepping on these grates, drains, and covers, as they may look strong, but that is often deceptive

Who is Shwetambari Bhatt? Vikram Bhatt's wife named in Rs 30 crore alleged film-financing fraud case

Shwetambari Soni, an Indian art curator and creative professional, is known for her work in gallery curation and her marriage to filmmaker Vikram

PM Modi to kick off discussion on Vande Mataram in Lok Sabha on Monday

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi will kick off a special discussion in Lok Sabha on Monday to mark 150 years of Vande Mataram as part of a

Goa nightclub blaze: Four arrested, three officials suspended; failure to enforce rules under scanner

After a massive fire at the 'Birch by Romeo Lane' nightclub in Goa claimed the lives of 25 people , including tourists and staff, the police on S

Lets put our footpaths on eBay

If politicians are allegedly auctioning public space to the highest bidder, this should be legalised for our betterment

Trump: Disappointed Zelensky hasn't Reviewed Latest Ukraine Peace Proposal

The US plan has been through several drafts since it first emerged last month, amid criticism it was too soft on Russia

Powerball jackpot soars to $875 million for December 8 drawing - Heres what winner could take home

The Powerball jackpot has ballooned to an estimated $875 million, igniting nationwide excitement for the December 8 (Monday) drawing. Players fac

Uttarakhand infants face nutrition emergency: Study

DEHRADUN: A new analysis of nearly half a million children across Uttarakhand has exposed a nutrition emergency, revealing widespread child malnu

US Congress considers 'must-pass' defense policy bill that would top Trump's spending request

America's lawmakers have approved a massive defense bill. It authorizes a record $901 billion for national security. The legislation includes $40

Garena Free Fire MAX redeem codes today December 8: Grab free bundles, skins & more

Garena Free Fire MAX is offering players exclusive in-game rewards through redeem codes released on December 8. These codes, valid for a limited

US-Ukraine peace talks stalled as Donald Trump voices frustration with Zelenskyy: 'Little bit disappointed...'

US President Donald Trump said he is a little bit disappointed that Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is not ready to approve a U.S. peace

Kavitha accuses ex min Malla Reddy of land grabbing in Medchal

Hyderabad: Telangana Jagruthi president K Kavitha has alleged that former minister and current MLA Ch Malla Reddy grabbed thousands of acres of l

How Nova Dairy built its network; Diagnostics solutions for Bharat

Nova Dairy, the consumer-facing arm of Sterling Agro Industries Ltd., has grown from a modest retail setup in Old Delhi to one of the prominent p

PM to open Vande Mataram debate in LS today

NEW DELHI: THE penultimate week of the Parliament session is set to be very busy, with both Houses set to debate Vande Mataram and the Special In

Bigg Boss 19 Winner Gaurav Khanna: I Wanted to Stand on My Own Terms

Gaurav Khanna spoke to ANI and expressed his thoughts on lifting the show's trophy. Dedicating the victory to his fans, Gaurav said, I would like

As interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS approaches Earth, cosmic visitor found carrying key molecule linked to life. New revelation stuns scientists

Interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS has gained widespread attention among researchers and scientists due to its unusual behaviour. Now, it has been revea

Kerala actor rape case: Who all are the accused?

The Ernakulam Principal Sessions Judge, Honey M. Varghese, will pronounce the judgment on the day, thus marking the end of one of the prolonged a

Corner Office Conversation: Diego Bianchi, VP, Global Hubs at Sazerac on battling scotch-led market

Salman Khan Breaks Down, Remembers Dharmendra On Bigg Boss 19 Finale: 'Love You, Miss You'

The legendary actor, famously known as Bollywood's 'He-Man', passed away on November 24, 2025

Ben & Jerry's board chair does not plan to resign as pressure mounts from Unilever unit

Ben & Jerry's independent board chair Anuradha Mittal refuses to resign despite Unilever's pressure ahead of Magnum's public spinoff. Unilever cl

School Holiday December 8: Schools to remain closed in THESE states today due to...; Check state-wise list here

Schools across India are closed on 8 December 2025 due to Cyclone Ditwah's heavy rainfall in southern states, winter conditions in the north, and

Trump says he'll be involved in review of Netflix-Warner Brothers deal

President Donald Trump stated he will have a say in the proposed $72 billion merger between Netflix and Warner Bros. Discovery. Trump expressed c

Will ally with AIMIM after party launch: Suspended TMC leader Humayun Kabir

Kolkata: Suspended Trinamool Congress leader Humayun Kabir on Sunday expressed his desire to form an electoral alliance with All India Majlis-e-I

Highway test wirelessly charges electric truck at 105 kmph in major breakthrough

The experiment took place on a 400-metre stretch of US Highway 52/231 in Indiana, where a patent-pending dynamic wireless power transfer system w

JapanChina tensions rise after Chinese jets lock radar on Japanese fighters

Japanese fighter jets had scrambled to pursue Chinese jets conducting aircraft takeoff and landing exercises in the Pacific from a safe distance

UK jobs market slowed again in November before budget, survey shows

Britain's jobs market showed continued weakness in November as employers hesitated to hire amid budget uncertainty. While permanent job placement

Overhaul of Outer Ring Road to come with tough new quality controls

Change is intended to address concerns over contractors using low-quality asphalt, which often leads to potholes and premature road deterioration

Donald Trump can use force as he sees fit: Pete Hegseth

US Secretary of War said the operations, which resulted in at least 87 deaths and raised questions over breaches of international law, were justi

BRO marks record day as Rajnath Singh inaugurates 125 border infra projects

These strategically significant project, built at a cost of Rs 5000 crore and spread across the UT of Ladakh and Jammu and Kashmir, and seven sta

How the Kerala actor rape case unfolded: Timeline

Nearly nine years after the abduction and assault of a Malayalam actor shook the film industry, the case is nearing a decisive verdict.

Delhi braces for cold wave as air quality slips to very poor at 302

The minimum temperature settled at 8 degrees Celsius, which is 1.6 notches below normal, while the relative humidity in the morning touched 100 p

Gorakhpur-Siliguri Expressway route changed, will now pass through THIS district instead of Deoria, land acquisition started, check details here

The project is being executed on an EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction) model, with an estimated cost of Rs 32,000 crore. The target

Goa nightclub fire kills 25, sparks outrage over safety lapses

Illegal club goes up in flames in peak season as people die, and officials now face heat for letting it run; most of the deaths were caused by su

UK: Pepper spray attack at Heathrow Airport leaves multiple people injured

Officers were called at 8.11 am to a multi-storied car park at Terminal 3 following reports of multiple people being assaulted; one man was arres

Gold, silver prices today, December 8: Check city-wise rates in Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Kolkata and more

On December 8, 2025, gold prices in India range from Rs 12,965 per 1 gram for 24K gold and Rs 11,884 per 1 gram for 22K gold. Silver is priced at

China robotaxi accident leaves two pedestrians injured in Zhuzhou

Local authorities said the vehicle marked with the slogan Hello Autonomous Driving had just crossed a pedestrian crosswalk at the time of the cra

I Did It My Way: Norris Proud of How He Won F1 Title

I feel proud but not because I'm gonna wake up tomorrow and go, 'I beat everyone', he said.

Morning Digest: DGCA gives IndiGo final 24-hour extension to respond to notice; Gita chanting event in Kolkata becomes political showcase for BJP, and more

Here is a select list of stories to start the day.

Cookie-jar approach to investing

Your risk attitude is not a stable personality trait. This has major impact on how you design investment portfolios. You may be risk-averse when

Freeing TP motor cover rates a collective good

TP motor cover is collective responsibility sustaining public trust in roads, institutions, promise of safety but the system supporting it must b

Does currency depreciation always help?

CMRL likely to open Poonamallee-Porur stretch in January after missing Dec. deadline

An official said that Metro Rail has mobiliseda large number of workers to complete the construction before the end of December

Protests by mobile phone traders, students disrupt normal life in Dhaka

Dhaka, Dec 7: Bangladeshs mobile phone traders and students held a protest here on Sunday, causing traffic congestion in several parts of the cap

Pak slams Indian EAMs remarks against its military

Islamabad, Dec 7: Pakistan on Sunday criticised External Affairs Minister S Jaishankars remarks against its military, saying its institutions, in

Smriti Mandhana confirms wedding with Palash Muchhal called off

Music composer Palash Muchhal has issued a public statement, and has shared that his wedding with Indian cricketer Smriti Mandhana has been calle

President Donald Trump presents Sylvester Stallone with his Kennedy Center Honors medal in the Oval Office of the White House

President Donald Trump presents Sylvester Stallone with his Kennedy Center Honors medal in the Oval Office of the White House, on Saturday. (PTI)

Zelenskyy says Ukraine's peace talks with U.S. constructive but not easy

The American representatives know the basic Ukrainian positions, Mr. Zelenskyy said in his nightly video address. The conversation was constructi

Sonu Sood urges respect for ground staff amid IndiGo flight crisis

Actor Sonu Sood urged people to be responsible citizens and to control their frustration following the massive operational crisis with IndiGo fli

Anil Kapoor marks 14 years of Mission: Impossible 4, reflects on bonds with Tom Cruise and others

Actor Anil Kapoor celebrated 14 years since his Hollywood breakthrough with Mission: Impossible Ghost Protocol, starring Tom Cruise as Ethan Hun

Anjali melts divine heart

Jammu runners shine in Jaisalmer to Laungewala race

Excelsior Sports Correspondent JAMMU, Dec 7: In a remarkable display of strength, endurance and mental fortitude, runners from Jammu successfully

Panch Parivartan key to strong, safe Bharat: Dattatreya Hosbale

Excelsior Correspondent UDHAMPUR, Dec 7: RSS Sarkaryavah, Dattatreya Hosbale today recalled the glorious history of Bharat and stated how our anc

The Blunder of Broadcasting Red Fort Bombers Video

K B Jandial kbjandial@gmail.com On the evening of 10th November, the nation was shocked by breaking news across every TV channel that a car bomb

Pramukh Swami Maharaj linked devotion and service, realised principle of seeing God in man: Shah

AHMEDABAD, Dec 7: Pramukh Swami Maharaj of BAPS Swaminarayan Sanstha connected devotion and service, realising the Vedic principle of seeing God

ASICS opens 1st store in J&K at Kunjwani

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Dec 7: ASICS, the globally renowned athletic footwear and apparel brand, today announced the grand opening of its

Mentorship, not funding alone, to shape Indias next generation of StartUps: Dr Jitendra

Excelsior Correspondent PANCHKULA, Dec 7: Describing StartUps as a key driver of Indias future growth, Union Minister of State (Independent Charg