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Advertisers to appeal to the great Indian family this IPL

Repetition of ads had led to ad fatigue with audiences being unable to recall any ads from recent years

The End of the Bucket List Tour

People are ditching must-see hotspots, check-box tourism and focusing more on life experiences and genuine connections on short, slow travels

GHMC approves draft budget of Rs 11,460 Cr for FY 2026-27

Hyderabad: The Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation (GHMC) on Monday, December 29, approved a draft budget of Rs 11,460 crore for the financia

J&K Govt Constitutes Animal Welfare Board

JAMMU, Dec 30: The Jammu and Kashmir Government has constituted the Jammu and Kashmir Animal Welfare Board in accordance with the Prevention of C

'Youve no idea what Somalia stands for!': Fiery clash at UNSC over Israels Somaliland recognition

Dr Shahid Iqbal Choudhary Re-designated As Commissioner/Secretary

JAMMU, Dec 30: The Jammu and Kashmir Government has re-designated Dr Shahid Iqbal Choudhary, an Indian Administrative Service officer of the AGMU

UAE says it will withdraw its remaining forces in Yemen

Dubai: The United Arab Emirates said Tuesday it will withdraw its remaining forces in Yemen after facing an ultimatum to do so. The UAEs Defence

Timings of Puducherry trains change in revised time table

Minister says honour killing accused will face punishment as per law

Thimmapur meets members of victim family at Inam Veerapur village

Gujarat approves Indian AI Research Organisation at GIFT City

The proposed facility will be set up under a public-private partnership model through a tripartite collaboration involving State government, Cent

Two-way cultural exchange to anchor Telanganas tourism vision for 2026

Master plan for town, market renovation top agenda of Angamalys new chairperson

The Congress leader, who was elevated to the chairpersons chamber after winning sixth term as a councillor, also said that steps for the beautifi

Prakasam district sees slight fall in crime rate in 2025

SP attributes the fall in crime to the deployment of drones, CCTV cameras and enhanced night beats in sensitive areas

Naidu delivering results-driven governance, says TDP Andhra Pradesh president

Palla Srinivasa Rao says Chief Minister restored public trust through accountability; party to launch grassroots outreach on welfare schemes

P. Vishwanathan scripts history for the Paniya tribe

All bridges, vital roads to be under strict vigilance to check New Year revellers in Madurai city

At peace meeting, Inam Veerapur elders say honour killing unfortunate

The village recently witnessed an honour killing in which a pregnant woman was killed by her family for marrying outside caste

Police to step up security on New Year eve at Tiruchi

A war within a war: Yemen's latest conflict

Yemen faces a new internal conflict. Rival factions, supported by Saudi Arabia and the UAE, are fighting for control of southern provinces. This

Caterpillar stock (CAT) skyrockets 62% in 2025 as AI data centre generator demand sparks investor frenzy

Caterpillar stock is soaring due to high demand for its natural-gas generators powering AI data centers. The company is investing heavily to expa

FemiRides transforms womens mobility and safety

The women-for-women mobility platform, founded in 2020 by Behara Vijaya Radhika, is quietly reshaping how women travel while also creating opport

Tech-Driven Policing Cuts Crime By 23% In Anakapalli

Addressing the meeting, superintendent of police Tuhin Sinha said the total number of cases registered fell sharply from 7,573 in 2024 to 5,821 i

Kurnool district witnesses slight increase in crimes in 2025

There is a decrease in number of murders and attempt to murder cases when compared to 2024

New Year 2026: Kodagu police issues instructions against consumption of drugs and noise pollution

Mukesh Ambani unveils Reliance AI Manifesto, vows to make AI accessible for all, 'Our motto is...'

Reliance Chairman Mukesh Ambani has unveiled a mega plan to turn the conglomerate into an AI-Native Deep-Tech Company. Addressing the employees,

Will Ikkis Withstand Dhurandhar Wave?

The timing of the release may be an invitation for failure, feel many, though some say the sentimental pull should see it through

Reform Express 2025: Quiet foundations for Indias next growth phase

Hardeep S Puri As 2025 draws to a close, the loud headlines are easy to spot, but what is easier to miss is the quieter work of governance, the

Over 17,000 police personnel to keep vigil in Mumbai during New Year celebrations

Mumbai police have deployed over 17,000 personnel for New Year celebrations. Large gatherings are expected at popular city spots. Security arrang

Pinaka multi-barrel rocket launcher system proved to be a game-changer: Former DRDO scientist Dr Ravi Gupta

Former DRDO scientist Dr. Ravi Gupta lauded India's Pinaka multi-barrel rocket launcher system as a transformative achievement. He highlighted it

Law, NGOs, and the afterlives of rescue reviewing Immoral Traffic

Vibhuti Ramachandrans new book on prostitution governance in India By Ajitesh Singh At a book discussion recently held at the India Internationa

Off-Duty Air India Express Pilot Arrested in IGI Airport Assault Case, Granted Bail

Following a complaint lodged by Dewan via email, an FIR was registered and the investigation was taken up.

Peanuts In Winters: How To Consume Safely Without Gaining Weight

While peanuts are nutrient-dense, it's essential to be mindful of portion sizes since they are also calorie-dense. Consuming them in excess can l

CBSE Direct Recruitment 2026: Tier-I Exam Schedule Out, Check Dates And Timings

CBSE Direct Recruitment 2026: CBSE has stated that details related to the examination centre, exam city and admit card will be made available thr

Thirupparankundram row not conflict between Hindus and Muslims, but between Modi Government and Madurai people: MP Su. Venkatesan

BIG relief for Telugu star Jr NTR, Delhi High Court protects his personality rights; details inside

The right to publicity, popularly known as personality rights, is the right to protect, control and profit from one's image, name or likeness.

Much To Be Thankful for and Look Forward To

The stars assess the year thats gone, and anticipate new highs in 2026

Biocon Employee, 26, Found Dead At Bengaluru Office

A 26-year-old employee of Biocon was found dead on the company premises at Bengaluru's Electronic City Phase-II on Tuesday.

Why George and Amal Clooney secured French citizenship to raise their children away from Hollywood

George Clooney, Amal Clooney, and their twins, Alexander and Ella, have been granted French citizenship, emphasizing the familys desire for priva

2025 Marks Revival of Vizag Steel Plant After Disinvestment Scare

The situation changed after the NDA government returned to power at the Centre and a coalition government was formed in Andhra Pradesh.

Shivamogga Youth Congress activists urge CM for a law against honour killings

Thrissur Mayor unveils vision for a people-centric, future-ready city

At her first meet-the-press, Niji Justin promises transparent governance, inclusive urban development and decisive action on roads, waste managem

63-crore tender floated for new bus terminal in Vadasery, says Mayor

Councillors raise various concerns, mainly focusing on damaged roads across the city; they allege that at most of the places road repair work had

Royal peace at last? Living Nostradamus says Williams children will heal family rift

Psychic Athos Salome predicts that reconciliation within the Royal Family might ultimately depend on the next generation: George, Charlotte, Loui

Vizag Outperforms State With Sharp Fall In Crime In 2025

Addressing the annual crime review meeting, commissioner of police Sankhabrata Bagchi said the total number of cases registered in the city fell

No scarcity of urea in Telangana for Rabi season

Sarvesh Rai Appointed PCCF & HoFF Of J&K

JAMMU, Dec 30: The Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, Government of India has appointed Sarvesh Rai, an Indian Forest Service of

Pariksha Pe Charcha : Breaking the Stigma and Building Strength

Prabhat Kishore Examinations are often a source of stress for students and their families. This is a common challenge faced by students of all ag

PM Modi For Mission-Mode Reforms To Sustain Long-Term Growth

New Delhi, Dec 30: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday called for mission mode reforms across diverse sectors to sustain long-term growth. In

Sabarimala temple reopened for Makaravilakku

Security arrangements have been significantly stepped up, with a 1,593 member police force deployed under the leadership of Crime Branch Superint

5th Women's T20I Live: Harmanpreet On Fire, Keeps 4-Down India Going vs SL

India vs Sri Lanka Live Score Updates, 5th Women's T20I: Captain Harmanpreet Kaur is solid at one end but India have gone four down against Sri L

Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan to inagurate Vibe 4 Wellness campaign on January 1

A Health departments survey puts the prevalence of hypertension in Kerala at 34% and that of diabetes at 24% among adults above 30 years of age.

State govt. to re-open Dharwad Aadhaar centre soon

Matsyagandha, Netravati to short-terminate at Panvel for a month

The short-termination, and the consequent short-origination from Panvel, is due to a 30-day traffic block scheduled from January 1 to January 30,

Secunderabad Cantonment residents seek board elections and to fast-track merger with GHMC

Stadium, ring road, and hospital upgrade among priorities, says Koothattukulam municipal chief

Regi John Plathottathil has outlined a five-point development agenda, which will serve as the focal point during his initial days as chairperson

Police conduct final inspection ahead of New Year Eve celebrations

The police have directed pubs and bars to close by 1 a.m.; as many as 50 flyovers across Bengaluru will be closed as part of traffic regulation m

PM Modi Meets Economists At NITI Aayog To Shape Budget 2026 Strategy

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday called for mission-mode reforms across diverse sectors to sustain long-term growth.

Devotees throng temples on Vaikunta Ekadasi

A packed schedule and exciting times for cricket lovers in 2026

Plenty of thrilling action has been lined up in the cricket calendar for 2026. It is going to be a year that is jam packed with big tournaments,

AI ecosystems must be made broad, affordable, inclusive: Principal Scientific Adviser report

Resources concentrated in a few global firms and urban centres, limiting equitable participation, the white paper said

Traffic restrictions, parking curbs in parts of Delhi on New Year's Eve

Delhi Police has announced significant traffic restrictions in Connaught Place and surrounding areas from 7 pm on December 31 for New Year's Eve

NYT Strands Hints December 30: Check Answers, Spangram, theme and difficulty rating for todays puzzle

The New York Times has launched a new word game called NYT Strands. This game is attracting word puzzle fans seeking a new challenge. It provides

Defence Ministry inks 4,666 cr. contracts for battle carbines, torpedoes

The contracts were inked in the presence of Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh at South Block, New Delhi, officials said

Is December 31 a holiday in United States of America? Are banks, post office, stock markets open on New Year's Eve? Check what's open, what's closed

Walmart, Target, Costco, Aldi and Trader Joe's and CVS and Walgreens will open on December 31 but these stores will reportedly have curtailed hou

A Year That Brought Back Meaningful Consumption

2025 revived the lost art of meaningful consumption, not through material pleasures, but through human connections, ideas, and humble experiences

Hrithik Roshan to step into Amitabh Bachchan, Shah Rukh Khan's shoes in Don 3 after Ranveer Singh's exit from Farhan Akhtar film: Report

Hrithik Roshan had also made a memorable cameo in Don 2, appearing in a pivotal moment where Shah Rukh Khan's titular character cleverly disguise

Wall-To-Wall Paving, Mist Sprayers: Inside Delhi's Plan To Curb Pollution

As Delhi continues to choke under very poor and severe air quality, the city government on Tuesday announced a dual action plan to tackle two maj

Afghan Taliban reaches out to Bangladesh, top official meets Khelafat-i-Majlis leader before election

A senior Taliban official visited Dhaka weeks before Bangladesh's 2026 polls, meeting Islamist leaders. Dhaka downplayed the visit amid diplomati

Siddaramaiah writes to PM Modi, seeks suspension of VB-G Ram G rollout

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has written to Prime Minister Narendra Modi. He is urging the suspension of the VB-G Ram G Act. The CM high

Americans could get a big $2,000 tax refund in 2026 see if you qualify

Many Americans may get bigger tax refunds in 2026 because of new tax cuts. The law was signed in 2025 but applied later, so workers paid extra ta

Redevelopment of Coimbatore Junction planned under PPP mode at 692.65 crore

Army trains Village Defence Guards in J&K's Doda as anti-terror ops continue in Chenab valley

The Army is training Village Defence Guards in Doda district. Around 150 volunteers are learning to handle automatic rifles and self-defence. Thi

Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma asks Hindu couples living in the state to have more than one kid

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma urged Hindu couples to have more children, citing a declining birth rate compared to religious minoritie

Vacate Yamuna Floodplain By March 2026, Court Tells Delhi Metro

The Delhi High Court has restrained the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) from continuing to occupy the Yamuna floodplain area after March 31,

Business lesson by Jeff Bezos: Why being a college dropout isnt a shortcut to startup success heres what entrepreneurs should do instead in 2026

Business lesson by Jeff Bezos for startup success: While college dropout entrepreneurs like Dylan Field and Lucy Guo gain significant attention,

Army Trains Village Defence Guards In J&Ks Doda As Anti-Terror Ops Continue In Chenab Valley

Bhaderwah/Jammu, Dec 30: Amid an intensive counter-terrorist operation in the higher reaches of Chenab valley, the Army has also stepped up effor

MoD inks 4,666 cr contracts for 4.25 lakh carbines & heavy weight torpedoes

With this, Ministry of Defence in the FY26 has signed capital contracts amounting to Rs 1,82,492 crore for the modernisation of the armed forces

Police inspector of Sadashivanagar station in Bengaluru booked for dowry harassment and assault on wife and children

Radio Signals Peace In Manipur As Thadou Tribe Seeks To Resume Live Broadcast

The public broadcaster Prasar Bharati has asked the programme head of All India Radio (AIR) or Akashvani in Manipur's capital Imphal for inputs o

Crime Rate Declines in Prakasam, Conviction Rate Improves

Tech-driven policing cuts crime in Prakasam district

Examine if temples can grow sandalwood for their religious customs: Karnataka HC

Mavelikara court acquits accused in Vishal murder case

20 people, including one minor, were charge-sheeted in the case. Of these, 19 faced trial and were acquitted by the court

Fresh Snowfall In Parts Of Kashmir

Srinagar, Dec 30: Several areas in the Kashmir valley received fresh snowfall on Tuesday afternoon as a weak western disturbance moved across the

Keralites like him, says Shivakumar after the BJP Kerala unit pounces on him over his comment

Deputy CM DK Shivakumar faced backlash for his remark on Keralites following the demolition of unauthorized colonies. He clarified his comments t

PM urged to suspend execution of VB-G Ram G

Mangaluru City Police issue strict New Year guidelines: 12.30 a.m. deadline, task forces deployed

The special task forces will be deployed to prevent violence and harassment against women and children during the New Year celebrations in the ci

Remand prisoner escapes from Kuthiravattom mental health centre

Centre starts review process of confidential report on IndiGo disruption

Review process is expected to result in recommendations and actions required to avert such incidences in the future

Tamil Nadu extends 100% road tax exemption for EVs for two more years

This was a major request by vehicle manufacturers at a time when EVs are gaining momentum

MG Announces Extended Assured Buy Back Program for EVs

The program, called the MG Value Promise, now offers assured buyback options at the end of three, four, or five years.