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OSR land in Medavakkam turned into dumping yard

Buddha Dharma Dhamma Padayatra from Monday

Early diagnosis, awareness key to tackling rising skin diseases: Medical Education Minister

A.P. Deputy CM Pawan Kalyan adopts two giraffes at Vizag zoo

From being Huliya, Siddaramaiah now reduced to being helpless: Sunil Kumar

Andhra govt to implement free power for weavers from Apr 1

Amaravati: The Andhra Pradesh government on Thursday, January 29, approved free power for weavers, an initiative which will be implemented from A

Economic Survey 2025-26: CEA recommends rationalising tax on debt-assets

Currently, short-term capital gains from debt instruments are taxed at the tax rates applicable to investors. For equities, however, holding less

Kerala Budget 2026-27: 20 cr. allocated to medical college headlines Palakkads gains

Pattambi Assembly constituency has also received major allocations, including 75 crore for a flyover bypass

Indian Ceramics Asia 2026 opens with a focus on efficiency, raw materials, and next-stage technology adoption

Storage in Indias key reservoirs down below 70% of capacity

The level dropped to 126.35 BCM against the 183.565 BCM capacity this week

From a Travel Startup to Ministry-Certified Operator: How JustWravel Built Indias Leading Social Travel Community

Security guard killed as iron gate collapses in Bagalagunte

Kerala Budget: Increased IT sector allocation to scale up start-up ecosystem

The number of start-ups, which was 800 in 2017-18 has gone up to 6477 in 2024-25

Economic Survey suggests marketing ban and highestGST on ultra-processed foods to tackle obesity

Restrictions may also be levied onmarketing of infant and toddler milk and beverages to tackle rising obesity

AIADMK functionary held for threatening man with pistol in Cuddalore

Indian Oil, Akasa Air ink pact for Sustainable Aviation Fuel supply

Economic Survey 2026 Highlights: GDP growth rate for FY2026-27 estimated at 6.8% - 7.2%

Union Budget Session 2026, Economic Survey 2026 highlights: Find here all the live updates of the Economic Survey 2025-26 which will be tabled in

Kerala Budget 2026-27: Community-level solar energy production and storage to be promoted

A pilot project will be implemented in Perinjanam in Thrissur

SC reserves verdict on pleas challenging ECs SIR of electoral rolls in Bihar

New Delhi: The Supreme Court on Thursday, January 29, reserved its verdict on a batch of pleas, including the one filed by NGO Association for De

Advanced Air Mobility not a distant dream for India but an ongoing transition: Civil Aviation Secretary at Wings India 2026

Kerala Budget 2026-27: fisheries sector secures 239-crore outlay

Budget outlines three-pronged strategy focussing on safety and social security of fisherfolk, coastal rehabilitation, and the expansion of inland

Watch: Does the India-EU Mother of All Deals signal the changing world economic order?

India and the EU have sealed what leaders are calling the mother of all trade deals. But why did it take nearly two decades, and why are countrie

Kerala Budget 2026-27: Allocation for Aswasakiranam project hiked to 100 crore

3 crore has been earmarked for commencing Anpu Veedu scheme, which envisages establishment of care homes for the intellectually challenged at the

10 lakh for feasibility study for Theni tunnel project a boost for Idukki

Gold and Silver See One of the Strongest Monthly Gains in History

Silver with 66 per cent monthly gain, January saw one of the strongest monthly rallies in its recorded history.

Telephone Tapping: KCR Responds To SIT Summons; Says He Cannot Appear On Friday

In his response to the police to the notice issued to him by the SIT asking him to appear before it on Friday, either at the Jubilee Hills Police

10 Lakh Worth Yadagirigutta Temple Gold, Silver Found Missing During Audit

The loss may have occurred nearly a year ago: Officials

Paytm posts Rs 266 Cr profit in Q3 as it cuts key costs

Paytm kept revenue momentum intact while reining in costs, lifting operating revenue 20% to Rs 2,194 crore.

A.P. Excise Department announces re-notification of 301 bar licences

Applications will be accepted in online, hybrid or offline modes until 6 pm on February 4 and the draw of lots will be held by District Collector

Works at irrigation projects inspected in Krishnagiri

Authentic advertising kills celebrity-endorsed ads: report

Sectors like such as banking, finance and auto showed least investment towards celeb-ads

Ranji Trophy | Emanjot resurrects Punjab after Karnataka bowlers fail to drive home the advantage

Kerala Budget 2026-27: Increased allocation for tourism sector; 5 cr. for heliport at Kumarakom

A sum of 159 crore has been allocated for the renovation and development of basic infrastructure and other amenities in tourism centres

Tata Motors Q3 net slides 48% to 705 cr.

Audit Row over Fee Demands at Private Medical Colleges

HRDA said these orders were being ignored.

Kerala Budget 2026-27: Significant outlay for transport infra projects

Plans to conduct a feasibility study for a tunnel road from Kattappana to Theni

Pregnant Delhi SWAT commando hit with dumbbell by husband, dies week later

A 27-year-old, four-months-pregnant woman who was a Delhi Police Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) commando died on Tuesday, January 27, after h

Telangana reiterates order withdrawing BC status of 26 communities

Hyderabad: The Telangana government on Thursday, January 29, reiterated orders that withdrew the backward reservation from 26 communities, includ

EU to put Iran Guards on 'terrorist list'

EU foreign ministers are poised to designate Iran's Revolutionary Guards as a terrorist entity, a move signaling strong condemnation for the dead

Sanitation workers given welfare assistance in Cuddalore district

Carborundum Universal doubles PAT in Q3FY26 driven by Abrasives segment

In Q3FY26, consolidated sales of 1,273 crore (1,241 crore), a growth of 2.5 per cent

DMK councillors join AIADMK, BJP in walkout at Ramanathapuram Municipal Council meeting

Kerala Budget 2026-27: 100 crore earmarked for Regional Rapid Transit System

Technocrat E. Sreedharan has raised concerns that the RRTSs multiple stops may diminish its efficiency compared to the proposed high-speed rail p

Silver price hits $120 today, Jan. 29 Is a silver crash near? Why some analysts warn of bubble-like dynamics

Silver price hits $120 today, Jan. 29. Is a silver crash near? Silver hit a record $120.46 per ounce on January 29, 2026. This marks a 298% annua

45 govt students fall ill after consuming midday meals in Sangareddy

Hyderabad: A suspected case of food poisoning was reported in a government primary school in Telanganas Venkatapur village of Sangareddy district

5 Lakh PMAY Homes in AP to go Green Under MoU Signed at India Energy Week 2026

Officials said the programme sets a new national benchmark, demonstrating that sustainable housing is no longer an aspiration but an achievable r

Skill shortage in focus as Wings India builds MRO ambitions

JKBOSE Notifies Dates For Re-Evaluation, Photocopies Of Answer Scripts

JAMMU, Jan 29: The Jammu and Kashmir Board of School Education (JKBOSE) has announced opening and closing dates of the online links for submissio

Policy challenges discussed at National Conference of Correctional Administrators

Prison administrators deliberate upon strategies for implementation of Support to Poor Prisoners Scheme and Modernisation of Prisons Project, cha

What is a Trump Gold Card and Nicki Minaj is making Melania Trump nervous? Here's complete truth

What is a Trump Gold Card and Nicki Minaj is making Melania Trump nervous? The Trump Gold Card offers wealthy immigrants US residency for a fee.

Private players contributing to space sector growth: Economic Survey

India's space sector is booming with over 300 startups driving growth. The sector is valued at USD 8.4 billion and is set to reach USD 44 billion

Economic Survey calls Amaravati a rare window of opportunity to shape growth

Service providing agencies have become real exploiters of workers: Supreme Court

New Delhi, Jan 29 (PTI) The Supreme Court on Thursday lamented the exploitation of workers by service provider agencies and said now they have em

Indores Dancing Traffic Super Cop Demoted After Woman Accused Him Of Sending Unsolicited Message

The disciplinary action against him followed a departmental probe into the charges made by the alleged victim: Deputy commissioner of police (DCP

Watch: Bharatiya Bhasha or Hindi imposition? Why TN is pushing back | Focus Tamil Nadu

Protests have erupted across the country over the UGCs Promotion of Equity in Higher Education Institutions Regulations. But in Tamil Nadu, the c

Kerala Budget 2026-27: A steady development push for Thrissur district

Allocations across Assembly constituencies focus on roads, public infrastructure, education, water supply, and social welfare projects

Neha Jalali, Ayushi Puri Among IIS Officers Transferred By Centre

JAMMU, Jan 29: The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting has ordered transfers and postings of Indian Information Service (IIS) Group A office

Notable increase in Indias oil sources: CEA highlights in Economic Survey

According to Mr. Nageswaran, crude oil imports from Libya, Egypt, Brazil, United States and Brunei have increased significantly until November in

Srisailam temple trust approves upgrades to pilgrim amenities, darshan management

Tariq Ahmed Rather Among 6 IIS Officers Get Non-Functional SG

JAMMU, Jan 29: The Government of India has granted Non-Functional Selection Grade (NFSG) to 6 officers of the Indian Information Service (IIS) Gr

National-level hackathon in Puducherry draws talent from across country

APSRTC to Take Up Training College Repairs, Gudur Bus Stand Modernisation

Suresh Reddy said the corporation is also implementing several welfare and development measures for its employees

Karnataka Police to get casual leave on birthdays, wedding anniversaries

Opposition UDF Labels Kerala Budget A Political Document Filled With False Promises.

Opposition says pre-election announcements aim to mislead people

Ethanol blending creates tension between food, energy security demands: Survey

As of August 2025, ethanol blending has saved India more than 1.44 lakh crore in foreign exchange and facilitated the substitution of about 245 l

Farhan Akhtar Shifts Focus to Jee Le Zaraa After Don 3 Casting Woes

With the casting challenges of Don 3, Farhan Akhtar has decided to revive Jee Le Zaraa, a film he has always held close, as he seeks to align sch

Life is a stink for Eloor-Edayar residents

A large number of residents in the Eloor-Edayar industrial town of Ernakulam are struggling to stay healthy as the stench emanating from bone mea

Economic Survey: Indias data centre capacity to reach about 8 GW by 2030

But, despite generating 20 per cent of the worlds data, India hosts only about 3 per cent of global data centres

Prizes distributed for The Hindu Deepa Kolam contest winners

Congress plans MGNREGA Protection Yatra in Andhra Pradesh on February 2

VB-G RAM G Act is not demand-based, limits work to notified villages, removes minimum wage guarantees and social audits, encourages contractor do

Rig Veda to Ramayana, and Mark Tully to Vladimir Lenin find place in Eco Survey

The 739-page Economic Survey 2025-26, tabled by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, draws extensively from ancient texts like the Rig Veda and R

US life expectancy hits record high in 2024, CDC says

American life expectancy reached a new high of 79 years in 2024, a 0.6-year increase from 2023. While infant mortality remained stable, suicide e

1st T20I: Spinners Lead Pakistan To 22-Run Victory Over Australia

PAK vs AUS 1st T20I Highlights: Spinners helped Pakistan register a 22-run victory over Australia in the first T20I at the Gaddafi Stadium in Lah

Economic Survey calls for e-Way bill revamp in next phase of GST reform

The Economic Survey proposes reimagining the e-Way Bill system to facilitate logistics rather than solely for enforcement. Reforms could include

Alcohol, liver cirrhosis, and the point of no return

There is no set amount of alcohol that is safe for anybody; it is crucial to identify and treat liver disease early while it is still reversible,

Karnataka Police set up special units to strengthen probe for missing children, persons

To strengthen investigation, monitoring and coordination in cases of missing children and persons, the Karnataka Police have ordered the constitu

Workshop on decarbonising MSMEs held in Krishnagiri

China matters for us: Starmers blunt message from Beijing as he meets Xi amid US tariff pressure

Inter-State Burglar Gang Busted, Haul Seized

Police said they targeted locked houses during the day to fund their addictions and a lavish lifestyle

Overwhelming response to The Hindu In School Quiz competition in Vizag

BJP demands removal of Congress government over ads critical of VB-G RAM G Act

Rhinoceros bones among faunal remains unearthed from neolithic site near Coimbatore

Kerala Budget 2026-27: IT sector gets enhanced allocation of 548.05 cr.

A new IT policy with a focus on promoting the safe and ethical use of Information Technology in the anvil

Labour Minister Vivek Venkatswamy consoles bereaved family of deceased pilgrim

Why the IRS may freeze your refund if you dont check this box before submitting your taxes

This tax season, many people want fast IRS refunds. The government is reducing paper checks, so direct deposit is very important. If you dont giv

Kerala Budget 2026-27: 4,745.4 crore earmarked for R&D across sectors

Education sector accounts for highest allocations at 46.32% followed by health and sanitation (25.16%), agriculture (12.77%) and industry (8.62%)

Fingers on the trigger, says Iran after Trumps warning

Our brave Armed Forces are prepared with their fingers on the trigger to immediately and powerfully respond to ANY aggression against our belov

Restrictions on Govt. doctors private practice to ensure better care in public facility

Traffic police organise road safety awareness programme in Puducherry

Tenkasi Police solve 44 missing cases in just 72 hours