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A guided tour of Nehrus intellectual archive with Professor Madhavan Palat

What did Jawaharlal Nehru truly think about Indian civilisation, culture and religion? In this episode of Terms of Engagement, historian Professo

Italian police arrest 384, seize 1.4 tonnes of drugs in nationwide crackdown

In addition to the arrests, officers had put under investigation 655 individuals, including 39 minors, and confiscated 35 kg of cocaine and more

Congress protest against replacing MGNREGA, hate politics in National Herald case

Bengaluru: The ruling Congress in Karnataka on Saturday held a protest against the central government replacing the MGNREGA, and alleged hate pol

World today is like coalition politics, India should remain nimble: Jaishankar

Pune: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Saturday said the global political situation was like coalition politics with constantly shifting

Israel kills 5 Palestinians in Gaza, violates ceasefire again

Israel military fired across the ceasefire line in the northern Gaza Strip on Friday, December 19, killing five Palestinians, violating the US-br

KBFs Art by Children initiative cultivating environment for art and creativity

Through ABC, the Kochi Biennale Foundation has been working to uplift communities including children, parents and art educators

Gujarat cop slaps motorist, suspended after video goes viral

AHMEDABAD: A traffic police constable was caught on camera slapping a woman motorist at a busy junction in Gujarats Ahmedabad, which has triggere

Gold demand turned weak in India, China in November

However, investments into the yellow metals EFTs continue

Two get life imprisonmentfor murder in Salem

Robots steal the show in China: Are human dancers about to be replaced?

Hyderabad: What was once imagined only in science-fiction films has now stepped onto a real concert stage and its dancing. Technology is no longe

Delhi HC tells petitioner to approach SC on BS-IV vehicle ban

New Delhi: The Delhi High Court on Saturday asked a petitioner to approach the Supreme Court with her plea seeking removal of a ban on BS IV norm

Stray dog attack kills four goats in Erode

BJP Will Pay Price For Attempts To Erase Legacy of Mahatma Gandhi: Telangana Cong Chief

The NDA government did not go back on its move to replace the MGNREGA, though the opposition, under AICC president Mallikarjun Kharge's leaders,

Erode Postal Division to inaugurate GEN Z post office

Two persons die in accidents in Salem

Hyderabad went big in 2025: List of events everyone talked about

As 2025 draws to a close, it is time to look back at a year that truly belonged to Hyderabad. From hosting global icons to breaking world records

PlayStation India Holiday Sale 2025: Up to 10,000 off on PS5 accessories, VR2 and top games

PlayStation India's annual Holiday Sale runs from December 23 to January 5, 2026, offering significant discounts of up to Rs 10,000 on hardware,

Assam: State BJP office prepares grand welcome for PM Modi for his 2 day visit

The Assam BJP office in Guwahati has been decorated to welcome Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who is visiting the state for two days starting Satu

Russian missile attack on Odesa port kills 8, wounds dozens

A Russian ballistic missile strike on port infrastructure in Ukraines Odesa region killed eight people and injured 27, Ukrainian authorities said

Delhi Police arrests two brothers with 1 kg charas, THC, OG

Two brothers were arrested by Delhi Police from west Delhis Janakpuri area with over 1 kg of charas along with THC and OG, officials said. Based

Bijnor: Three held for illegal sale and misuse of codeine syrup

Police arrested three men in Uttar Pradeshs Bijnor district for illegally selling and misusing codeine-laced cough syrup amid a statewide crackdo

'Black law' | Sonia Gandhi slams PM Modi over VB-G RAM G Bill; criticises repealing of MGNREGA

ECs SIR aimed at blocking infiltrators, but deshdrohis trying to shield them: PM Modi at Assam Rally

Prime Minister Narendra Modi stated the Election Commission's special revision aims to keep infiltrators out of elections. He accused some of pro

Police Launch Kirayedar Portal To Strengthen Tenant Verification, Security In Jammu

Jammu, Dec 20: Jammu and Kashmir Police on Saturday launched an online verification portal, Kirayedar, to address gaps in tenant reporting that h

Mysuru tree census to begin on December 22

Industry, institutions and citizens aim to complete the city-wide tree counting by March 2026

Engaging US, managing China now more complicated: EAM Jaishankar

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar highlighted the increasing complexity in India's relationships with the US and China. He also noted the ch

Modi Govt Bulldozed MGNREGA, Says Sonia Gandhi, Vows Fight Against New Black Law

New Delhi, Dec 20: Congress Parliamentary Party chairperson Sonia Gandhi on Saturday accused the Modi government of bulldozing the MGNREGA, and a

Hakimi Declared Fit For Hosts Morocco's AFCON Bid

Hakimi has not played since coming off with a left ankle injury in a Champions League game against Bayern Munich on November 4

India vs Pakistan U19 Asia Cup 2025 Final Live Streaming: When and where to watch IND vs PAK match live on TV, online?

Catch all the live action of the U19 Asia Cup 2025 clash between India U19 and Pakistan U19. Here's when and where to watch the IND vs PAK match

Global Donors Raise $2.5 Million for Wounded Bondi Beach Hero Ahmed Al-Ahmed

His cousin said he was shot twice, causing nerve damage that required complex surgery

Funeral held for Bangladeshs uprising leader Sharif Osman Hadi

Dhaka: Bangladesh held the funeral of prominent youth leader Sharif Osman Hadi on Saturday drawing a large number of people in the capital amid e

RBI Issues Compounding Order For FEMA Violations In Case Of Janapriya Townships Private Limited

In this case, based on the credible information received, an investigation was taken up by ED for the following contraventions of FEMA, 1999, for

A R Rahman concert: Delhi Traffic Police announces curbs, diversions. Check timings, routes, and car parking details

Delhi Traffic Police has announced restrictions and diversions around Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium for A. R. Rahman's concert on December 20. Com

Jharkhand minister offers job, flat to Bihar doctor after naqab row

RANCHI: Jharkhand Health Minister Irfan Ansari on Saturday said he has offered a job with Rs 3 lakh monthly salary, a government flat and desired

In PM's absence, Bengal Guv launches national highway projects worth Rs 3,200 crore

West Bengal Governor CV Ananda Bose unveiled national highway projects worth Rs 3,200 crore, aimed at boosting economic activities and tourism. P

Tourism Minister releases book on fairs and festivals of Tamil Nadu

The coffee-table book titled Fairs and Festivals: Traditional and Ancient Customs of Tamil Nadu is jointly produced by The Hindu Group and the To

BJP-led Centre 'bulldozed' MGNREGA, says Sonia Gandhi; vows to fight against 'black law'

Congress leader Sonia Gandhi on Saturday criticised the VBG Ram G Bill , which was passed by the Parliament recently, replacing the decades-old M

'They tied burnt torso, head outside': Father of Hindu man lynched in Bangladesh recounts horror

Dipu Das' lynching coincided with violent protests in Bangladesh over the killing of anti-India activist Sharif Osman Hadi, who was shot at by mu

On way to PM's rally, 3 mowed down by train in West Bengal amid dense fog

The incident occurred between Taherpur and Badkulla railway stations under the Sealdah-Krishnanagar section of Eastern Railway

Why Shubman Gill was left out of India's T20 World Cup 2026 squad: Ajit Agarkar breaks silence

Chief selector Ajit Agarkar explains why Shubman Gill was left out of India's T20 World Cup 2026 squad, detailing role-fit concerns, team balance

India will surpass Germany to become third-largest economy by 2027: Scindia

Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia expressed confidence that India will become the world's third-largest economy by the end of 2027, surpassing

Traffic Curbs, Diversions in Place for AR Rahman Concert in Delhi

According to an advisory, the concert will take place at the Main Arena (Gym) of the stadium from 6 pm to 10 pm, during which traffic movement in

T20 WC: Shubman Gill Ignored; Ishan Kishan And Rinku Singh Make Cut

Mumbai, Dec 20: In a bold move, the national selection committee on Saturday omitted out-of-form vice-captain Shubman Gill from the 15-member Ind

Modi Government bulldozed MGNREGA, says Sonia Gandhi, vows fight against 'black law'

By weakening MGNREGA, the Modi Government had attacked the interests of millions of farmers, labourers, and landless people, says Sonia Gandhi

Weather Forecast: IMD issues red alert for dense fog in Uttar Pradesh, orange and yellow alerts in Jharkhand

Imd Weather Forecast: Uttar Pradesh is bracing for continued severe weather as the IMD has issued a red alert for dense fog and cold day conditio

Kerala SIR: large number of ASD entries in some polling booths spark concern

Formal publication of the draft electoral rolls under the ongoing SIR will be on December 23

Bombay High Court orders 50 lakh COVID insurance for family of deceased frontline worker

The Courtsays procedural rigidity cannot eclipse substantive justice;directs the State to adopt a liberal interpretation of COVID insurance schem

Lakdikapul Livingstone: Hyderabadis welcome SRHs new player

Hyderabad: The bond between Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) and their home fans has always been special, with supporters going the extra mile to celebr

UP: Dalai Lamas sister Jetsun Pema offers chivar at Kushinagar temple

Kushinagar (UP), Dec 20: Jetsun Pema, the younger sister of Tibetan spiritual leader and Nobel Peace Prize laureate the Dalai Lama, offered chiva

Hare Krishna Movements Heritage Fest Celebrates Culture, Values, and Young Talent

The festival was organized by SUMEDHASA, the cultural wing of the Hare Krishna Movement, with the objective of nurturing intelligence through cul

Lionel Messi Kolkata event controversy: Raid at organiser Satadru Dutta's home, police reveal shocking details

The Kolkata police's special investigation team (SIT) raided Satadru Dutta's luxurious three-storey home in Rishra early Saturday, following a vi

ICC T20 World Cup squad: Gill dropped, Kishan back for Indias title defence

Bit short of runs at the moment, but he is a quality player: Agarkar on Gill's omission from T20 squad

Sahitya Akademi-Winning Kashmiri Writer Gauri Shankar Rainas Story Collection Now In English

New Delhi, Dec 20: A new collection of short stories by Sahitya Akademi-winning writer Gauri Shankar Raina seeks to capture the nuanced realities

Police raid in Brazil: How Brazil's deadliest police raid turned into a bloodbath

Police raid aimed to neutralize Comando Vermelho gang leadership. Operation faced leaks and a deadly trap for police. Brazil's deadly BOPE police

Coca-Cola Indias Locally Yours Spotlights Resilient Kirana and Dhaba Owners of Telangana

Across Telangana, kiranas and dhabas anchor local commerce by offering essential goods and services to families, travellers, and surrounding comm

In Focus podcast | How can India navigate the new wave of trade protectionism?

Arpita Mukherjee speaks to us about why Indias exports are booming despite higher U.S. tariffs, and the risks hidden behind the headline numbers.

World Bank approves $700 million to bolster Pakistan's macroeconomic stability

The approval follows a $47.9 million World Bank grant in August to improve primary education in Punjab

BJP will pay for erasing Gandhis legacy: Telangana Congress on VB-G RAM G Bill

Hyderabad: The BJP will pay a price in the future for its attempts to erase the legacy of Mahatma Gandhi, Telangana Congress president B Mahesh K

Neha Kakkar, Tony Kakkar brutally trolled for their viral song Lollipop, netizens say 'thinks she is cute Korean...'

Neha Kakkar and Tony Kakkar's song 'Lollipop' went viral but was widely trolled online, with netizens mocking it while fans defended the track as

Global pecking order has changed: Jaishankar jibes Western economic model, points to political stagnation

EAM S Jaishankar has pointed towards a significant shift in the global economic and political hierarchy, reflecting upon India's advantage in hum

War Drama Needs A Different Level Of Physical And Mental Discipline : Varun Dhawan

My physically demanding role in Border- 2 had a rigorous training regime focused on strength, endurance and mobility, says Varun Dhawan

Indian expat wins BMW bike in Dubai Duty Free draw

An Indian expat in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) won a BMW bike in the Dubai Duty Free Finest Surprise Draw, even as the 38-year-old plans to se

CSK react as Sanju Samson, Shivam Dube seal spots in India's T20 World Cup 2026 squad

Chennai Super Kings react after Sanju Samson and Shivam Dube are named in India's T20 World Cup 2026 squad. The franchise's response highlights p

Making Sense of Shubman Gills Omission From Indias 2026 T20 World Cup Squad

Till yesterday, Shubman Gill was India's T20I vice-captain. Today, he finds himself dropped from the team entirely.

Modi Govt Bulldozed MGNREGA, Says Sonia Gandhi, Vows Fight Against Black Law

In a video message, she said that by weakening MGNREGA, the Modi government had attacked the interests of crores of farmers, labourers, and landl

UEFA fines Israels Maccabi Tel Aviv football club over fans racist chants

The Union of European Football Associations (UEFA) has imposed a 20,000 fine on Israeli football club Maccabi Tel Aviv and prohibited the clubs f

After two-year stay, gamer leaves China hotel room piled with garbage

China: A man, reportedly addicted to online gaming, left piles of garbage in the room and washroom after his two-year stay in an online gaming ho

Dr Jitendra Inaugurates International Obesity Conference, Emphasises Judicious Use Of Weight Reducing Drugs

NEW DELHI, Dec 20: Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science & Technology, Earth Sciences and MoS PMO, Personnel, Public Grievance

Bihar Governor Arif Mohammad Khan: 'Disappointed' to witness naqab row'

Bihar Governor Arif Mohammad Khan voiced disappointment regarding the controversy after Chief Minister Nitish Kumar removed a doctor's veil. The

Modi govt bulldozed MGNREGA, says Sonia Gandhi, vows fight against 'black law'

Sonia Gandhi has strongly criticized the Modi government's actions against MGNREGA. She stated that the government is weakening the scheme, which

India U19 vs Pakistan U19: India look to extend dominance against Pakistan in U-19 Asia Cup final

India clashes with Pakistan in the Under-19 Asia Cup final. India aims for a record 12th title. The Indian team has shown dominance, winning all

SC Imposes Rs 10 cr Each Fine On 10 Dental Colleges In Rajasthan Over Violation Of BDS Admission Rules

The court's stern order came after it found grave irregularities in the admissions process, where the Rajasthan state government, without authori

Need more free trade pacts to compete with Bangladesh, others in textile exports: V-P Radhakrishnan

The Vice President was addressing the Apparel Exports Promotion Council (AEPC) awards event

From central contract snub to contender: How Ishan Kishan rebuilt his case for India's T20 World Cup 2026 squad

From losing his central contract to forcing his way back into contention, Ishan Kishan's resurgence has been driven by domestic dominance, renewe

Telugu Actress Aamani Joins Saffron Party In Telangana

Aamani was inducted into the party in the presence of BJP Telangana State President N Ramchander Rao and Union Minister G Kishan Reddy.

Pfizer and Cipla announce partnership

Cipla now has the sole right to market, distribute and sell Pfizers cough syrup Corex Dx and Corex LS, and other medicines

GHMC replaces over 5 lakh LED street lights with energy-efficient LEDs

Hyderabad: The Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation (GHMC) have replaced 5.53 lakh (5,53,000) street lights with energy-efficient LEDs across

NYT Strands Hints December 20: Spangram, answers and clues for todays puzzle #657

NYT Strands has quickly gained traction due to its balance of structure and creativity. While it borrows elements from word searches, the additio

BJP again attacks Rahul Gandhi alleging Soros link, claims he met 'enemies of India' in Germany

BJP spokesperson Gaurav Bhatia alleged that Soros makes anti-India statements and also provides funds to create unrest in India and attack the co

PM Modi Inaugurates New Rs 4,000 Crore Terminal Of Guwahati Airport

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday inaugurated a new terminal of the Lokapriya Gopinath Bardoloi International Airport (LGBIA) here.

Russian Journalist Proposes To Girlfriend During Putin's TV Marathon

Russian journalist displayed a poster to his girlfriend during Putin was speaking in his hours-long TV marathon addressing to nation

Bengaluru girl wins bronze at National Roller Skating Championship

The event was organised by the Roller-Skating Federation of India

ISRO completes drogue parachute qualification tests for human spaceflight mission

ISRO's Gaganyaan mission achieved a significant milestone with successful qualification tests for its drogue parachutes. Conducted at Chandigarh'

SSC CGL 2025 Tier 2 Exam On Jan 18, 19; Check Paper-Wise Complete Schedule

SSC CGL Tier-2 Examination 2025: The CGL Tier-1 exams were conducted from September 12 to 26, with a re-examination on October 14, in computer-ba

Assam: Seven elephants killed, calf injured in collision with Sairang-New Delhi Rajdhani Express

The Sairang-New Delhi Rajdhani Express struck a herd of elephants, resulting in the derailment of the locomotive and five coaches.

Regena Cassandrra on social work and her love for acting | This Changed My Life

In an exclusive with The Hindu, as part of This Changed my Life podcast, actor #RegenaCassandrra reflects on completing 20 years in the film indu

Rescued from bonded labour, Telangana woman emerges as sarpanch

Hyderabad: From being a bonded labour to a village sarpanch, life has been a complete transformation for Purusaala Lingamma. The Chenchu Tribal w

J&K Completes Audit Of Govt Websites, Decommissions 35 Redundant Portals

Jammu, Dec 20: Jammu and Kashmir has completed a comprehensive security audit of all departmental websites and decommissioned 35 redundant portal

Bollywood actor-director Tannishtha Chatterjee on cancer, creativity and female solidarity

After Busan and IFFK Kerala, Full Plate director Chatterjee on fighting cancer armed with her Bollywood sisterhood and art

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