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Seven die in Indore after consuming contaminated water

Seven people have died in Indore after allegedly consuming contaminated drinking water, triggering a diarrhoea and vomiting outbreak in Bhagirath

12 grapes under the table ritual: The New Years eve trend taking over 2026 promises love and luck? What you need to know

Eating 12 grapes under the table: The Spanish tradition where it is believed that if you under the dinner table shoveling grapes into your mouth

Uttarakhand: 88 injured in train collision inside Vishnugad-Pipalkoti tunnel

At least 88 people were injured after two loco trains collided inside the Pipalkoti tunnel of the under-construction Vishnugad-Pipalkoti hydropow

Desperate Pakistan attempts to amplify EAM's Dhaka handshake, pitches for talks to prevent any 'escalation'

Pakistan sought to highlight a handshake between its National Assembly Speaker Ayaz Sadiq and India's External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar in

Video: Zohran Mamdani takes New York Mayor oath on Quran

New York: Zohran Mamdani became mayor of New York City just after midnight Thursday, taking the oath of office at a historic, decommissioned subw

Zohran Mamdani Sworn in as New York's First Muslim Mayor

This is truly the honour and the privilege of a lifetime, Mamdani said

Health and wellness horoscope 2026: Zodiac-wise dos and donts you shouldnt ignore this year

In 2026, planetary movements will influence the health and emotional well-being of each zodiac sign. The article details specific health predicti

BSF Hands Over Bangladeshi National To Police In Gajansoo Area

JAMMU, Jan 1: The Border Security Force has handed over a Bangladeshi national to the Jammu and Kashmir Police after he was apprehended near the

Spirit 1st poster: Triptii Dimri nurses a wounded Prabhas with a cigarette

Mumbai: Keeping his tradition of New Year unveils intact, filmmaker Sandeep Reddy Vanga released the first poster of his much-awaited next Spirit

How did the Opposition fare in 2025?

INDIA bloc saw a gradual breakup electorally through the year as parties remain united only on its opposition to BJP

Zohran Mamdani Takes Oath As New York's First Muslim Mayor

Zohran Mamdani has taken the oath as the new mayor of New York City at a historic ceremony at a decommissioned subway station in Manhattan.

Suspected Drone Drop Recovered Near LoC In J&Ks Poonch, BDS Called

Poonch, Jan 1: Security forces on Thursday recovered a consignment suspected to have been dropped by a drone from near the Line of Control (LoC)

Tarun Garg takes charge as MD & CEO ofHyundai Motor India; first Indian in 29 years

Mr. Garg, with over three decades of automotive experience, brings in the right expertise to lead HMILs second phase of growth inIndia, the compa

Taiwan's President pledges to defend island's sovereignty after China's military drills

In the face of China's rising expansionist ambitions, the international community is watching to see whether the Taiwanese people have the resolv

China's BIG statement on India overtaking Japan as world's 4th largest economy, says, 'true strength comes from...'

India has surpassed Japan to become the world's fourth-largest economy with a GDP of USD 4.18 trillion. Strong domestic growth and reforms positi

Extradition Of 26/11 Accused, Over 92% Conviction Rate Among Key Milestones Of NIA In 2025

New Delhi, Jan 1: The National Investigation Agency (NIA) secured a more than 92 per cent conviction rate this year, during which it also extradi

Normalcy in ties can't be at cost of sovereignty: Owaisi asks Centre to rebut China's mediation claim

AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi has asked the Centre to rebut the Chinese Foreign Minister's claim of Beijing's role in mediating the India-Pakistan

Indore water contamination case: Minister Kailash Vijayvargiya highlights extensive medical arrangements for patients

Indore water contamination case: The Minister further stressed that mostly people living in Bharirathpura locality belong to economically weaker

Air India Pilot Detained In Vancouver Over Alcohol Smell, Flight Delayed

Air India, however, in its statement, said that the pilot was detained after the Canadian authorities raised concerns regarding his fitness for d

Bird Flu Alert: Tamil Nadu To Step Up Surveillance Along Kerala Border

With a rise in avian influenza cases reported in parts of Kerala, including Alappuzha and Kottayam, authorities in Tamil Nadu have intensified su

US sanctions 4 Venezuelan oil firms, adds 4 tankers in Maduro crackdown

Washington: The U.S. on Wednesday imposed sanctions on four firms operating in Venezuelas oil sector and designated four additional oil tankers,

Ensure Proper Treatment: Mohan Yadav To Doctors After Indore Water Tragedy

Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav visited Indore on Wednesday evening and met people hospitalised after falling ill due to consumption of

Over 860 Drink-Driving Challans Issued On New Year's Eve In Delhi

The Delhi Traffic Police issued 868 challans for drink driving on New Year's Eve, an officer said on Thursday.

Pakistan Amplifies JaishankarSadiq Handshake Amid Strained Ties

The brief exchange took place on the sidelines of the funeral of former Bangladesh prime minister Khaleda Zia, which both leaders attended.

Hyderabad Rings in New Year Safely, Zero Drunk-Driving Incidents Recorded

Strong enforcement, public awareness and citizen cooperation ensure incident-free celebrations, says V.C. Sajjanar.

868 drunken driving challans issued on New Year's Eve in Delhi

Special enforcement teams were deployed across arterial roads, nightlife hubs and residential clusters to curb drunk driving, speeding, motorcycl

Will Mystery Of Malaysia Airlines Flight 370 Be Solved? Search Resumes

Despite years of multinational searches, investigators still do not know exactly what happened to Malaysia Airlines Flight 370 or its 239 passeng

Crime Branch Kashmir Chargesheets Two In Fake Agriculture Dept Appointment Scam

Srinagar, Jan 1: The Economic Offences Wing (EOW) of Crime Branch Kashmir has filed a chargesheet before the Judicial Magistrate 1st Class, Chado

The 10 most read articles ofThe Hinduonline in 2025

Taken together, the years most-read stories reveal what resonated most strongly with our readers

Fog blankets Hyderabad on New Years Day; IMD says conditions will persist

Hyderabad: Residents of Hyderabad greeted New Years Day beneath a thick veil of fog on Thursday morning, with the India Meteorological Department

Stock market starts 2026 on positive note; Sensex climbs over 200 points

Mumbai, Jan 1 (PTI) Equity benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty began the first trading session of 2026 on an optimistic note supported by steady b

The 10 most read editorials of The Hindu in 2025

The years 10 most-read editorials offer a clear reflection of what readers were most interested in

GHMC issues warning against abandoned vehicles on Hyderabad roads

Hyderabad: GHMC Commissioner RV Karnan has directed owners of abandoned or damaged vehicles left on city roads, colonies, and slum areas to remov

Beaches Teem With Revellers As Goa Rings In New Year With Fireworks, Late-Night Parties

PANAJI, Dec 31: Joyous crowds thronged Goas beaches on Wednesday night to ring in the New Year amid fireworks, music and parties, with major coas

Spirit: Sandeep Reddy Vanga presents raw, rugged, ripped, but injured Prabhas, Triptii Dimri lights his cigarette in first poster, fans call it 'best gift'

Team Spirit dropped the first poster of the movie at midnight 12, giving out the best Happy New Year gift for Prabhas' fans.

Rupee starts 2026 on negative note; falls 11 paise to 89.99/ USD in early trade

Mumbai, Jan 1 (PTI) The rupee started the new year on a negative note and depreciated 11 paise to 89.99 against the US dollar in early trade on T

BJPs ascent to power in Telangana inevitable: Bandi Sanjay

2026 Horoscope: What stars have in store for you in New Year; Check zodiac sign-wise predictions, lucky numbers and remedies

2026 Predictions Astrology: Get ready for 2026. Cosmic shifts will push you to act boldly and heal old habits. Strong planetary energy will drive

Rupee starts 2026 on negative note; falls 11 paise to 89.99/USD in early trade

On the last trading session of 2025, the rupee settled at 89.88 against the U.S. dollar

Can Having Curry Leaf Water First Thing In The Morning Improve Digestion?

Curry leaf water, first thing in the morning, can have certain unexpected health benefits. Here is how it should be consumed safely and how it ca

Defence review 2025: Operation Sindoor showcases India's military resolve, precision and self-reliance

Operation Sindoor: In a well-coordinated and precise operation, the Indian Armed Forces carried out strikes on nine terrorist camps in Pakistan a

Stranger Things Season 5 volume 3 X review: Netflix sci-fi series awful or surprisingly unforgettable? Here's what netizens are saying

Stranger Things S5 Volume 3 Review: Stranger Things Season 5 volume 3 is streaming on Netflix now. Reviews of the feature-length finale episode o

Drunk driving: Hyderabad man creates ruckus after being checked

Hyderabad: A man created ruckus after being checked for drunk driving in Hyderabads Vanasthalipuram on New Years Eve on Wednesday. In a video sha

Army Chief Gen Dwivedi Says Operation Sindoor Ongoing

Last year, the enemys nefarious designs were given a befitting reply through firm and decisive action under Operation Sindoor, and this operation

Bitcoin set for first yearly loss since 2022 as macro trends weigh on crypto

After soaring earlier this year with the election of crypto-friendly U.S. President Donald Trump, cryptocurrencies, along with stocks, plummeted

Virat Kohli starts New Year 2026 with 'light of his life'; Fans feel a big year ahead for the 'King'

Virat Kohli welcomed 2026 with a loving post for Anushka Sharma. He is currently performing exceptionally well in the Vijay Hazare Trophy. Kohli

Ikkis Movie Review: Agastya Nanda's Grit, Jaideep's Power And Dharmendra's Grace - A Thoughtful War Drama

Dharmendra, Agastya Nanda, and Jaideep Ahlawat's Ikkis is more than a war film - it speaks of love, duty, grief, and belonging, emotions that tra

In One Year, VinFast Went From a Whisper to a Roar in India's EV Market

On a morning in New Delhi, the Bharat Mobility Global Expo buzzed with the familiar hum of India’s automotive giants. Visitors wandered bet

Washington grants TSMC annual approval for US chipmaking tool shipments to China

TSMC joins South Koreas Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix in gaining approval for shipments of U.S. chipmaking tools to China

Real Madrid star Kylian Mbapp sidelined with knee injury

Madrid said in a brief statement the France superstar had been diagnosed with a sprain but did not provide a timeline for his recovery

On Camera, US Strikes Drug Boats In International Waters, 8 Killed

The US military said Wednesday that eight people were killed in multiple new strikes on alleged drug boats, bringing the death toll in Washington

Major retirements in sports during 2025

From Rohit Sharma to Virat Kohli in Test cricket to Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce in athletics to Petra Kvitova and Rohan Bopanna in tennis, 2025 saw s

CBSE Releases Revised Schedule For Class 10, 12 Board Exams 2026, Check Complete Date Sheet Here

The Central Board of Secondary Education has announced a revised timetable for Class 10 board exams 2026, rescheduling several major papers.

Telangana: Karimnagar police recovers over 2000 phones in 2025

Hyderabad: The Karimnagar Commissioner of Police Ghouse Alam on Wednesday, December 31 said that the district police traced 2,056 lost or stolen

Mumbai Weather today: Unseasonal rain welcomes city on first day of 2026. Check IMD's forecast for next few days

Mumbai weather: Mumbai received unseasonal showers on the first day of 2026 amid chilly weather which brought down the pollution levels in the ci

Happy New Year 2026 Images: 150 wishes, quotes, greetings, WhatsApp messages & Instagram captions to share with loved ones

Happy New Year 2026 Wishes: As 2026 arrives, this curated list offers 150 Happy New Year wishes, quotes, and messages for everyone. It provides w

New Year 2026 celebrations across India: fireworks, lights and crowds

10 Post-Party Detox Tips To Get A Fresh Start In 2026

A detox does not mean extreme fasting or juice cleanses, but rather simple recovery strategies that help the body return to balance.

New Year, New Goals: Google's 2026 Doodle Highlights Fresh Starts

Google Doodles have long been known for celebrating major holidays, historic milestones, and cultural icons, and New Year's Day continues to be o

2026 Predictions: Check what Nostradamus, Baba Vanga, Athos Salome Fernandes have forecasted about the New Year

Predictions for 2026: As 2026 begins, predictions from mystics like Baba Vanga and Nostradamus are resurfacing. These forecasts, ranging from Wor

Trump Media unveils plan to distribute new cryptocurrency to shareholders

Shares of the company linked to U.S. President Donald Trump, which operates his social media platform Truth Social, were last up 5% in early trad

Property Worth Rs 150 Crore Near Buckingham Palace Attached In Loan Fraud Case

The Enforcement Directorate has attached an immovable property worth Rs 150 crore near the Buckingham Palace in London in a case of alleged bank

US Military Strikes 5 More Alleged Drug Boats, Killing 8

The latest attacks bring the total number of known boat strikes to 35 and the number of people killed to at least 115 since early September

Harish Rao slams Telangana govt over pending Mana Ooru Mana Badi bills

Hyderabad: Senior BRS leader and former minister T Harish Rao has sharply criticized the Telangana government for failing to clear pending bills

Domestic natural gas consumption to rise by 3-4% in FY27 by expansion of City Gas Distribution: ICRA

ICRA expects higher gas usage from key consuming sectors such as refining, fertilisers and CGD to support growth

Neuralink plans 'high-volume' brain implant production by 2026, Elon Musk says

Neuralink said in September that 12 people worldwide with severe paralysis have received its brain implants

Tripura student death: Tipra Motha Party urges Centre to immediately enact comprehensive anti-racial law

The demand has come following the death of student Angel Chakma, who was brutally assaulted in Dehradun on December 9. He succumbed to his injuri

Zohran Mamdani to take oath on Quran as New York City mayor today

Zohran Mamdani is set to become New York City's first Muslim, South Asian, and African-born mayor, making history by taking his oath on a Quran.

India Surpasses Japan. When It May Overtake Germany As 3rd Largest Economy

India's GDP per capita was $2,694 in 2024, according to the latest World Bank figures, 12 times smaller than Japan's $32,487 and 20 times smaller

Quote of the Day by Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella: 'The view you adopt for yourself profoundly affects the way you lead your life'

Satya Nadella, a native of India, joined Microsoft in 1992 and rose to CEO in 2014 and is now one of the most known figures in the tech industry.

Startups likely to go public in 2026; Helping citizens understand the air they breathe

In 2025, six large startups went publicminting founder-billionaires and handing windfall gains to venture funds.

Telangana: Tribals left in lurch after demolition drive in Moinabad

Hyderabad: Tribals in Telanganas Moinabad area were left in a lurch after a demolition drive was carried out on a 16-acre plot on Wednesday, Dece

Kondapur Industrial Park ready for launch; 36 units to create 5K jobs: Sridhar Babu

Hyderabad: Industries developed with an investment of around Rs 1,000 crore at the Kondapur Industrial Park in Medak district are now ready for l

Cigarette, Beedi, Pan Masala To Be Costlier From Feb 1 With New Tax, Cess

The government on Wednesday notified February 1 as the date from which additional excise duty will be levied on tobacco products, and a new cess

Traffic Restrictions Announced for Nampally Exhibition

Diversions to be in force from January 1 to February 15, 2026, between 4 pm and midnight to ease congestion around Exhibition Grounds.

Mumbai Wakes Up To Unseasonal Rainfall On New Year Day

While it was more intense in several areas, many other places experienced drizzle. The intensity gradually reduced after 6.15 am.

PM Modi Extends New Year Greetings, Prays For Peace, Happiness

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday extended new year greetings to everyone and prayed for peace and happiness in the society.

PM Modi Extends New Year Wishes, Calls for Harmony in 2026

The Prime Minister also prayed for peace and happiness in society, extending his best wishes for harmony and well-being as the country enters the

New Year 2026: PM Modi wishes good health, prosperity to citizens

In a message shared on social media platform X, he also prayed for peace and happiness in society as the new year begins.

Past, present, future: The dangerous path of distorted history

Like others of her ilk, veteran academic historian Romila Thapar has always relied on rigorous analysis and credible sources to write about the p

Madhya Pradesh Minister's Useless Reply To NDTV Question, Then An Apology

In Bhagirathpura, a densely populated locality of India's cleanest city, at least 8 people have died after consuming contaminated tap water, acco

Donald Trump's BIG claim on tariffs says, 'US sees record investment...'

Donald Trump claimed US tariffs have sparked record investment by encouraging companies to manufacture domestically. Meanwhile, the US Treasury i

How the US economy fared under Trump in 2025

Data show the fastest quarterly expansion in two years, with momentum expected to extend into 2026.

Delhi-NCR AQI: Dense fog engulfs national capital as air quality remains in 'very poor' category, airlines issue advisories, AQI reaches...

Delhi-NCR welcomed the New Year under severe winter conditions, with very poor air quality, dense fog and extreme cold disrupting daily life. Wit

Bengal CEO dismisses allegations against EC officials over SIR process

Kolkata: The office of the West Bengal Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) on Wednesday dismissed allegations made in police complaints against poll of

India's household debt seen above 5-yr average, but lower than China's

The RBI said that household borrowing patterns have changed with non-housing retail loans, largely taken for consumption, accounting for 55.3% of

Quote of the Day by Canadian philosopher Marshall McLuhan: American youth attributes much more importance to arriving at driver's license age than

Quote of the Day by Canadian philosopher Marshall McLuhan: Long before the digital age, Marshall McLuhan warned about shifting civic priorities a

Zohran Mamdani 'historic' swearing-in: FIRST New York's mayor to take oath on three different Quran as first Muslim, South-Asian

New York's newly elected mayor Zohran Mamdani steps into office on the first day of New Year, January 1, 2026, as the youngest, first Muslim, fir

PM Modi calls for reform, perform, transform at 50th PRAGATI meet

Long-pending projects have been completed in national interest using the PRAGATI platform, he said. PRAGATI exemplifies cooperative federalism an

Netflixs Bad Boy Billionaires: Hyderabad court lifts 5 yr stay on Satyam episode

Hyderabad: A City Civil Court in Hyderabad has vacated a longstanding interim injunction that had blocked Netflix from streaming the Satyam Compu