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AI Guides to Smart Parking: Tech-Driven Traffic Plan to Steer Republic Day Crowd

In a first, the traffic police has prepared detailed animated videos with the help of Artificial Intelligence (AI), depicting the arrival, alight

State Police Can Probe Corruption Case Under PC Act Against Central Govt Employees: SC

New Delhi, Jan 20: The Supreme Court has ruled that state police authorities can investigate and file a chargesheet against central government em

Congress Sees Record Ticket Aspirants Ahead of Assam Elections

Pointing out that several sitting MLAs and a large number of former MLAs, senior Congress leaders and youth leaders are among those who submitted

Internet Services Suspended In Assam's Kokrajhar Due To Clashes, RAF deployed

The three Bodos were beaten by Adivasi persons and the vehicle was torched, and one person died in the incident.

Harvard MBA vs IIM Ahmedabad: A viral video breaks down cost, salary packages, and internship after the course

A viral video compares IIM Ahmedabad and Harvard Business School, highlighting significant differences in fees and post-graduation salaries. Whil

Valley Incomplete Without Kashmiri Pandits, People Awaiting Their Return: Mehbooba Mufti

Jammu, Jan 20: Peoples Democratic Party president Mehbooba Mufti on Tuesday said Kashmir is incomplete without Kashmiri Pandits and people of the

ET@DAVOS: Andrew Ng, Founder of DeepLearning.AI

AI Recap: Fake Visuals Showing Ship Sinking, Fight Among Cricket Teams & More

Multiple detection tools showed that the videos were indeed AI-generated ones.

D K Shivakumar patiently awaits Congress decision on leadership, says brother Suresh

Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar is patiently awaiting the Congress high command's decision on the leadership issue, his brother D

Govt to extend quality certification fee concessions for small firms by 3 years

Quality certification fee concessions for small and medium enterprises will be extended by three years. This move supports India's manufacturing

SARC Launches Davos Dialogue 2026 focusing on Capital, Deep Tech and Resilience

SARC Davos Dialogue 2026 advocates for anchoring global capital in resilience and deep tech, positioning India as a stable investment hub.

Davos 2026: Ursula von der Leyen backs Greenland on Arctic security

Addressing the global elite at Davos, President Ursula von der Leyen emphasized the European Union's unwavering commitment to fostering security

Russias Lavrov says Greenland is not part of Denmark amid US-Europe tensions

Russia's Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov commented on Greenland's status, calling it a colonial conquest not naturally part of Denmark. This comes

Word of the Day: Obfuscate

Word of the Day: Obfuscate stands out for its precision, relevance and critical force. It names a practice that shapes public life while offering

'Where is the election? Are they playing Big Boss?': Congress takes swipe at BJP after new party chief declared

Congress criticized the BJP's announcement of Nitin Nabin as president, calling it a pre-determined outcome rather than an election. Party spokes

Corporate Forces Are Challenging Parliamentary Democracy: Bhatti

Bhatti Vikramarka called upon Left parties to collectively move forward and, through united struggles, place checks on corporate forces that are

Kokrajhar violence: One killed, internet services suspended as Bodo-Adivasi clashes escalate in Assam

Tensions flared in Kokrajhar, Assam, as a tragic vehicle accident claimed a life, igniting conflict between the Bodo and Adivasi communities. In

Ignore gold's message at your peril

Gold emerged as a top performer in 2025, a year marked by significant global financial market turmoil. This surge in gold's value is linked to po

India a sleeping giant, can become world's top economy if it wakes up: Andhra CM Naidu

Indian leaders, including union ministers and chief ministers from ten states, convened at Davos to highlight India's robust economic growth and

A group chat is how EU firefights Trump's wild moves

US President Trump's Greenland ambitions have sparked a transatlantic crisis, prompting European leaders to form a crisis-management network. Whi

West Bengal: TMC alleges software intensive rigging in SIR process

The Trinamool Congress has labeled West Bengal's electoral roll revision as 'Software Intensive Rigging'. Party leaders are demanding greater tra

We'll Make Amaravati World's Best City, All Are Welcome to Partner: Naidu

Naidu said every country is facing aging problem but India is continuing to reap the demographic benefits and that will continue for next 25-30 y

Pakistan Cricket Board Supports Bangladesh's Decision to Not Travel to India: Reports

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has not issued any statement confirming this report

IIT Delhi Introduces Executive Programme In Healthcare Entrepreneurship

The five-month executive programme at IIT Delhi focuses on healthcare innovation, design thinking, regulatory knowledge, and business skills.

Crypto market crashes today: Why BTC, ETH and XRP prices are falling as market capitalisation drops 3%, and what the technical outlook signals consolidation or panic?

Crypto market crashes today: Bitcoin, Ethereum and XRP prices are falling across the board as market capitalisation drops 3%. Bitcoin has slipped

Sensex tumbles 1065 points, Nifty dives 353 pts: Why did share market fall today?

This downfall amid tensions driven by the Trump administration's new tariff threats over Greenland.

These OTT Shows Perfectly Describe Modern Dating

Modern dating is confusing: ghosting, mixed signals, situationships. These OTT series capture todays messy relationships exactly the way we live

Chandrababu Naidu Pitches Andhra As Global Investment Destination At Davos

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu is on a four-day visit to Switzerland to participate in the World Economic Forum (WEF) Annual M

Tata Motors to leverage on GST 2.0 boost to maintain growth momentum: MD & CEO

New Delhi, Jan 20: Riding high on GST 2.0 revving up commercial vehicles demand, Tata Motors is looking to leverage the momentum with a new range

Naomi Osaka Makes Grand Entrance With Fashion Statement at Australian Open

The No. 16-seeded Osaka has won two of her four Grand Slam titles at the Australian Open

'Contempt of court': SC irked by Maneka Gandhi's criticism of its order in stray dog case

The Supreme Court has expressed strong displeasure with former Union Minister Maneka Gandhi's public criticism of its orders concerning stray dog

India vs New Zealand T20 Series 2026: Schedule, venues, ticket booking, squads, and live streaming details

India vs New Zealand Tickets: India begins its T20 World Cup preparations with a five-match home series against New Zealand, placing captain Sury

HDFC Bank to disburse Rs 20 cr to startups by March

New Delhi, Jan 20: HDFC Bank on Tuesday said it plans to disburse Rs 20 crore under the FY26 edition of the Parivartan Startup Grants programme f

Writ court not remedy for all grievances, SC dismisses YouTubers plea

The Supreme Court has dismissed a plea from YouTuber Savukku Shankar. He sought to unseal his Chennai office and retrieve seized devices. The cou

Ficci Manufacturing Index touches all-time high in Q3

New Delhi, Jan 20: The Ficci Manufacturing Index reached an all-time high in the third quarter, with 91 per cent of firms reporting steady or hig

Indias sugar output jumps 22pc to 15.9 mn tonnes by mid January: ISMA

New Delhi, Jan 20: Indias sugar production rose 22 per cent to 15.9 million tonnes by January 15 in the 2025-26 season from a year earlier, suppo

Syngenta Expands Global Capability Center in Pune, Strengthens Digital Innovation Hub

Syngenta, a global leader in agricultural science and technology, announced a significant expansion of its Global Capability Center (GCC) in Pune

Jailed Ugandan opposition figure Besigyes health failing, his party says

Kampala (Uganda), Jan 20: The health of jailed Ugandan opposition figure Kizza Besigye is failing, his party said on Tuesday, after he was driven

Israeli crews begin bulldozing UNRWA headquarters in east Jerusalem

Jerusalem, Jan 20 (AP) Israeli crews have begun bulldozing a United Nations headquarters in east Jerusalem as Israels government tightens restric

Pakistan comes out in support of Bangladesh after BCB decides not to travel to India for ICC T20I World Cup 2026

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has come out in support of the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB), which had earlier requested ICC not travel to Ind

NYT Connections Answers January 20: Todays puzzle #954 tests wordplay and world knowledge

NYT Connections has swiftly turned into a staple for word-game fans, offering a deceptively simple challenge in which players sort 16 words into

ASEAN wont endorse election in military-ruled Myanmar, Malaysia says

Kuala Lumpur, Jan 20: The Association of Southeast Asian Nations will not endorse elections in military-ruled Myanmar, Malaysias foreign minister

'India Is On Fire': Sir Martin Sorrell On The Shift Away From China

Sorrell argued that India has become the most credible alternative to China in Asia for global capital.

Next-Gen Electronic Warfare Key to Indias Global Defence Push: DRDO

DRDO is focusing on advanced technologies such as cognitive learning, photonics, and quantum tech to achieve spectrum dominance, enhancing India'

Delhi to launch single emergency helpline 112 for faster response: CM Rekha Gupta

At present, different helpline numbers are used for various emergency services including police, fire services and others.

Noida techie death case: Builder and owner of MZ Wiztown arrested

Greater Noida Police arrested builder Abhay Kumar, owner of MZ Wishtown, in connection with the drowning death of engineer Yuvraj Mehta. Mehta's

L&T Finance Records Highest Ever Core Profit After Tax of Rs. 760 Crore (before one-time impact of New Labour Code provision), up 21% Y-o-Y in Q3FY26

Highest ever Retail disbursements for the third quarter ended December 31, 2025 (Q3FY26) at Rs. 22,701 Crore, up 49% Year-on-Year (YoY) Robust Re

Queen of Badminton in India: Looking at the Era of Saina Nehwal

The ace shuttler confirmed her retirement from competitive badminton, saying her body could no longer cope with the physical demands of elite spo

Uttar Pradesh inks MoU with AM Green for 1GW data centre, AI infra

The MoU was signed withInvestUP,Government ofUttar Pradesh at theWorld Economic Forum at Davos

Looted arms spark fears of election violence in Bangladesh: Experts

Thousands of firearms looted during Bangladesh unrest remain missing. Security experts warn of increased gun violence before the upcoming nationa

What Happens When You Dont Sleep Enough?

Your body doesnt follow deadlines or calendars. As explained by Dr Pooja Makhija, when sleep is ignored, the body switches into survival mode, pr

Tejashwi Yadav vs Misa Bharti? RJD national executive meeting on Jan 25; to decide 'working president'

Builder Arrested After Noida Techie Drowns In Water-Filled Pit

A builder has been arrested in connection with the death of 27-year-old Yuvraj Mehta, who drowned after his SUV fell into a pit dug for construct

DRDO focuses on next-generation electronic warfare and indigenous fighter aircraft

On the sidelines of the Electronic Warfare Conference-India, Director General (Electronics and Communication Systems) B K Das said global partici

'Fake' GST ITC case: ED raids in multiple states

The Enforcement Directorate is conducting multi-state searches in connection with an alleged fake GST input tax credit case totaling Rs 658 crore

India's sugar output jumps 22% to 15.9 million tonnes by mid January: ISMA

India's sugar production has seen a significant jump of 22 percent by mid-January in the 2025-26 season. Higher cane supplies and improved yields

ICSI CSEET 2026 result out: Check how to check the scorecard, direct link and more

The Institute of Company Secretaries of India has announced the Company Secretary Executive Entrance Test results for January 2026. Candidates ca

Modi Meets Nitin Nabin's Family At BJP Headquarters After He Took Charge As Party's National President

Nabin said that he is not just taking up a position but embracing the ideology, traditions, and the responsibility of the party's nationalist mov

VWO and AB Tasty Join Forces to Redefine the Future of Digital Experience Optimization

AB Tasty , two pioneers in the optimization space, have entered into an agreement to combine, subject to customary closing conditions. This combi

Wordle Answer January 20: Clues and tricks that lead players to Tuesdays puzzle #1676 five-letter solution

Wordle Answer for January 20 keeps players guessing as daily puzzle continues its global run. Wordle is a daily word game in which players try to

Not for the Weak-Hearted: OTTs Darkest Stories

These dark OTT series arent easy watches. They explore crime, trauma, obsession, and moral decay stories that sit with you long after the screen

DRDO eyes next-gen electronic warfare to propel India as global defence leader: Top official

The Defence Research and Development Organisation of India is making significant strides in electronic warfare and the creation of homegrown figh

No new tax regime for some Americans tax payers in 2026? Here's what is coming instead

New York Governor Kathy Hochul has endorsed a child care expansion but is holding the line on taxes for rich New Yorkers.

Embassy Developments to invest 7,000 crore in Mumbai luxury housing projects

The company will roll out new projects in Juhu, Worli and Alibaug, while also focusing on finishing around 5,000 units across legacy projects.

Gold, silver, copper and platinum prices touch all-time highs will precious metals stay elevated in 2026 as Trumps geopolitical threats show no signs of fading?

Gold, silver, copper and platinum prices have all hit record highs as markets react to rising trade tensions. Gold surged past $4,700, silver jum

6 Corset Styles You Will Love: Bollywood Edition

Corsets are redefining Bollywood fashion. Blending structure with sensuality, celebrities are styling corsets in global, Indian, and fusion avata

Should India join Trump's 'Board of Peace'? $1 billion question amid diplomatic dilemma

Donald Trump's proposed Board of Peace puts India in a difficlut situation- pay $1 billion annually or risk US pressure while abandoning its long

PM-VBRY awareness high among large enterprises; low among startups and microbusinesses: TeamLease survey

A new report reveals low awareness of the Pradhan Mantri Viksit Bharat Rozgar Yojana (PM-VBRY) among startups and microbusinesses, despite them b

Indian CEOs more confident than global peers on GDP, revenue growth: PwC survey

The survey found that striking 77 per cent of India CEOs anticipate stronger domestic growth, and 57 per cent express high confidence in near-ter

Eight-year-old Hindu student forced to change London school over 'Tilak'

An eight-year-old Hindu student was forced to change schools in London after facing alleged discrimination at Vicars Green Primary School over hi

Imtiaz Ali Defends A R Rahman in Communal Remark Row: Maybe His Comments Have Been Misconstrued

He also pointed to shifts in the industry's power structures, saying creative control has moved away from artistes.

World War 3 fear rises: Will Donald Trump's Greenland push lead to 'nuclear option' for EU, strain NATO relations?

Donald Trump's Greenland measures have put spotlight on Eu and NATO as Russia is keeping an close eye on the dvelopments.

Car Overturns Near Kondagattu, 12 Devotees Injured

The vehicle lost control and plunged into a deep canal while devotees were on their way for Anjaneyaswamy darshan; locals rescued the injured and

In Lucknow, a home kitchen becomes a small seasonal soda business

Razia Abbas Rizvi, a resident of Lucknow district, spent most of her adult life managing her household, with little exposure to work outside the

How a new computer training centre is taking shape in Ujhani district

Rohit Yadav did not plan to become an entrepreneur early in his career. A postgraduate by qualification, he spent several years preparing

Vidhi Singhania Returns to Mumbai with 'Thehraav' A Stand-Alone Exhibition After Five Years

As fashion continues to shift with global influences, evolving silhouettes, and ever-changing trends, there remains a quiet pull towards what fee

Delhi Police probe Rs 374-crore GST fraud using stolen identities

Venkateshs Drishyam 3 to Kick Off in October

Drishyam 3 is slated for a Summer 2026 release.

Vijayan Accuses Governor of Omitting Key Sections in Assembly Address

According to Vijayan, the Governor did not read out the opening of paragraph 12 or the concluding portion of paragraph 15 of the document

Assam's Kokrajhar Tense After Mob Kills Man Over Cattle Theft Suspicion

The police said that the victims were associated with a road construction project and were returning after a site inspection in a vehicle on Mond

Malaika Arora's Chandra Namaskar: Finding Inner Calm Through Moon Salutations

Malaika Arora just shared her Chandra Namaskar practice of visual meditation in surrender, softness and silence. It's not just exercise; it's her

Startup news and updates: daily roundup (January 20, 2026)

YourStory presents the daily news roundup from the Indian startup ecosystem and beyond. Here's the roundup for Tuesday, January 20, 2026.

US stock futures crash today: Dow, S&P 500, Nasdaq sink more than 1.5% each - Gold and silver prices touch levels unseen before as Trumps Greenland tariff threat rattles markets

US stock futures crash: Dow, S&P 500 sink on Trumps Greenland tariffs. Dow Jones futures sank 722 points (1.46%), while S&P 500 and Nasdaq future

Bhubaneswar Fire: Over 40 shops gutted, no casualties reported

China Invited To Join Trump's 'Board Of Peace', Response Awaited

China on Tuesday confirmed that it had been asked to join US President Donald Trump's Board of Peace, an invitation that Washington had extended

US Man, Carrying Rifle, Enters Russia To Meet Woman, Gets 5 Years In Jail

A Russian court sentenced a US citizen to five years in jail for crossing the border with a weapon when he sailed from the United States to meet

Real estate giant K Raheja eyes $700 million IPO

The Mumbai-based company has held preliminary discussions with bankers about a possible share sale, say sources

GSK to buy RAPT Therapeutics in $2.2 billion deal for promising food allergy therapy

Britain's GSK is set to acquire RAPT Therapeutics for $2.2 billion. This move brings the experimental food allergy drug ozureprubart into GSK's p

Bengaluru-based SISA expands Cybersmart Bharat training across southern states

SISA is set to broaden the horizons of its Cybersmart Bharat initiative, aiming to empower over 25,000 students with crucial digital skills. Focu

Who Is Nickolay Mladenov, Trump's Pick To Head Gaza Board Of Peace

Nickolay Mladenov, a former Bulgarian foreign and defense minister, has been appointed director-general of the United States-proposed Board of Pe