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A Nostalgic Journey In Shimla's Naldehra: Experiencing The First Snowfall

Shimla recorded 50 cm of snow in just 24 hours, the citys highest in the last 30 years.

Understanding Brain Function Helps Students Study Smarter: Expert

Explaining about the science of `Thinking', Cognitive Psychologist Dr Srikanth Dandotkar, said that students who understand how a brain functions

Assam CM Denies Electoral Roll Anomalies, Says Notices to Miya Will Continue

Sarma acknowledged that notices related to the Special Revision and evictions would be issued, claiming it is necessary to protect Assamese civil

ECI no longer protector of democracy but key participant in 'vote chori' conspiracy: Rahul Gandhi

Votes were selectively removed from specific communities and booths that support the Congress party. Wherever the BJP sees a potential defeat, vo

Europe vibes without a passport: A royal escape from Hyderabad

With Republic Day, January 26, falling on Monday, the long weekend is here, and many Hyderabadis are already in travel mode, searching for refres

Eight Maoists Surrender Before Ramagundam CP In Peddapalli

Speaking on the occasion, Jha said the group comprised individuals who had performed various roles within the Maoist hierarchy and were primarily

Word of the day: Scofflaw

Scofflaw meaning: A word contest during America's Prohibition era created 'scofflaw'. This term describes people who ignore laws, especially by n

KLE society directors elected unopposed after Prabhakar Kore withdraws

EC no longer protector of democracy but key participant in 'vote chori' conspiracy: Rahul Gandhi

Rahul Gandhi accuses Gujarat's electoral process of vote chori. He claims the Special Intensive Revision is a planned conspiracy to remove voters

Top news of the day: U.S. Treasury Secretary hints at possible tariff relief for India, Scotland to replace Bangladesh in T20 World Cup, confirms ICC, and more

The major news headlines of the day and more.

I grew up with a lot of Indians around me: Nobel laureate Abdulrazak Gurnah

The Tanzanian author on his childhood connect to India, and a Malayalam translation of his 2025 novel,Theft

ISRO planning multiple satellite launches in 2026, says Chairman Narayanan

ISRO Chairman V Narayanan announced that the space agency is planning multiple satellite launches for 2026 and is working on establishing an Inte

A hidden Social Security mistake could go undetected for years and cost you thousands - here's all about it

A single error on your earnings record can slash thousands from your retirement. The 2026 Social Security taxable wage base has risen to $184,500

Snakes found in running car create panic in Salem

Cult movie review: An earnest Zaid Khan cannot save this utterly regressive tale of love

With awkward dialogues and familiar characters, Cult, starring Zaid Khan and directed by Anil Kumar, leaves you wondering why these jaded stories

Unusual Anti-Graft Protest in Hanamkonda Says beggars Better Than Corrupt Officials

Collector Sneha Shabarish became the first official to sign the anti-corruption pledge banner

Meat sales banned, PGRS cancelled in Kurnool on Republic Day

Court denies bail to prime accused in Kochi organ trafficking case; NIA extends probe abroad

A Kochi court has denied bail to Madhu Jayakumar, a key figure in an international organ trafficking ring. The National Investigation Agency is i

If we lose our credibility, nothing will be left of the judiciary: Justice Ujjal Bhuyan

By the very nature of things, the Centre can have no say in the transfer and posting of judges, the Supreme Court judge says, addressing a law co

Other States look up to Tamil Nadu as a model: CM Stalin

Replying to the motion of thanks to the Governors address, Mr. Stalin said that although he was happy when the DMK won the 2021 Assembly election

Devotees donate 2 crore to Saundatti Yallamma Temple

Over 1,600 secure job opportunities at private job fair in Salem

UAE withdraws from Islamabad airport deal, Pakistan to privatize it

New Delhi: The Pakistan government has moved ahead with privatisation plans of Islamabad International Airport after it shelved a plan to outsour

A new Distraction Law could ban cell phone use for over 1 million Americans heres what to know

Smartphone ban in schools: Michigan is poised to ban smartphone use for students in grades K-12 during instructional time, starting in the 2026-2

IND vs NZ 3rd T20I Preview | Red-hot India sets sights on yet another T20I series triumph

Suryakumar Yadavs men produced dominant victories in Nagpur and Raipur and now have set their sights on wrapping up the five-match rubber. The Me

Missing for 10 days, 3-year-old boy found dead in a drain in Delhi

The body of a three-year-old boy, missing since January 13 from Delhi's Jaitpur area, was recovered from a drain. Police initiated a detailed inv

Why Delhi is facing water supply troubles, leaving thousands of households without regular access

Delhi faces a severe water crisis as treatment plants operate below capacity due to high ammonia levels in the Yamuna. Thousands of households ar

In Focus Podcast | Talking entrepreneurship with Ground Breaker Kanwal Rekhi

In this weekender episode, host G Sampath interviews guest Kanwal Rekhi, a pioneering entrepreneur and author, sharing insights from his remarkab

Who is Simran Bala? Officer to Lead All-Male CRPF Contingent at Republic Day Parade

Hailing from Jammu and Kashmir, Bala's selection as the first female leader of an all-male CRPF contingent reflects changing dynamics in India's

Little PIECE of Greenland: Musk jokes about Trumps Board of Peace; asks is it PIECE or PEACE?

Gauhati High Court overturns Arunachal IAS officers bail in teen suicide case

The judge criticised the District and Sessions Court at Yupia for granting bail to Arunachal Pradesh IAS officer Talo Potom without proper applic

Stray dog killing continues in Telangana villages, toll touches 900, claim activists

Stray dog killings are on the rise in Telangana. In Jagtial district, approximately 300 canines were allegedly poisoned. This incident follows si

Bangladesh replaced by Scotland in T20 World Cup after refusal to travel to India: ICC

Scotland will thus play their four group league games against West Indies (February 7), Italy (February 9) and England (February 14) in Kolkata f

Souvenir plates and sweets: How India celebrated its first Republic Day in 1950 for just Rs 11,093

India prepares for its 77th Republic Day parade. This grand event will highlight military might and cultural richness. In contrast, the first Rep

Ugandan Opposition leader says wife in hospital after assault by soldiers

Bobi Wine said in a post on X that hundreds of soldiers raided his home in his absence, looting it and assaulting his wife.

HIL | Royals take on Toofans in Qualifier 2

Contractor appointed to manage parking, entry fees at Solar bus terminal in Erode

Glass Museum coming up in Firozabad, officials expect trade, tourism push

Firozabad is building a new glass museum. This project aims to boost the city's famous glass and bangle industry. Officials expect it to attract

Iran Is Not Afraid, Khamenei Not Hiding In A Bunker: Consul General To NDTV

Besieged by sanctions and an increasingly belligerent US, Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Hosseini Khamenei is in a secure location, but is not hiding

'You can eat bananas and rice': Somali woman describes how ICE forcefully detained her

Figure Skating: Kerala's Abhijith Amal Raj Wins Gold at Khelo India Winter Games

By the age of nine, Abhijith already had an Arjuna awardee Anup Kumar Yama training him and later was trained by 11 times Artistic Roller Skating

Zubeen Gargs family writes to PM seeking expeditious trial in his death case

In a memorandum signed by Gargs wife Garima, sister Palmee Borthakur and uncle Manoj Borthakur, the family said the singer-composers death has le

AP Inter Practical Exam Hall Tickets 2026 Out: Here's Direct Link To Download

AP Inter Practical Exam Hall Tickets 2026 OUT: The Intermediate practical examinations for general courses will be conducted from February 1 to F

Sunny Joseph seeks probe into alleged irregularities in CPI(M) martyrs fund

The KPCC president said the allegations were serious as they were raised by a senior CPI(M) leader, adding that the issue was only the tip of the

Granddaughter Of 1965 War Hero, Son Of Army Veteran: Meet R-Day Parade Contingent Commanders

New Delhi, Jan 24: For Lt Amit Choudhary, a second-generation army officer, who will lead a contingent of mixed scouts in the Republic Day Parade

European Commission chief Ursula von der Leyen arrives in India

Von der Leyen, along with European Council President Antonio Luis Santos da Costa, will serve as chief guests at India's 77th Republic Day celebr

Odisha's Koraput Bans Non-Veg Food For 77th Republic Day

The district magistrate of Odisha's Koraput has ordered a ban on the sale of meat, chicken, fish, eggs and other non-vegetarian food items on the

Inter-Community Group Marriage Organized in Jaipur by Social Service Organizations

Vidyadhar Nagar, Jaipur Sarva Jatiya Samuhik Vivah (Hindu Community Group Marriage), co-supported by Rotary Club Jaipur Dignity, took place on 23

ED Attaches Assets of Karnataka IPS Officer in SI Recruitment Scam

Paul, a 1995-batch Indian Police Service (IPS) officer, was arrested by the Karnataka Crime Investigation Department (CID) in 2022 over alleged i

Mortal remains of 2 soldiers, among 10 dead in Doda, consigned to flames at native places in Haryana

Yamunanagar/Jhajjar (Hry), Jan 24: The mortal remains of Sudhir Narwal and Mohit Chauhan, who were among the 10 soldiers who died after their Arm

Gautam Gambhir has popularity, control in team India: BCCI vice-president Shukla

BCCI Vice-President Rajeev Shukla asserts Gautam Gambhir leads the Indian cricket team effectively. He acknowledges mixed results, particularly i

MCD to roll out Shri schools model; two in each zone in first phase

The Delhi civic body will launch 'MCD Shri' schools, mirroring central and state initiatives, to identify and nurture meritorious students. In th

ICC e-mails Bangladesh board about 'replacing' them with Scotland from T20 WC

The ICC has officially informed the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) of their replacement by Scotland in the upcoming T20 World Cup. This decision

Woman arrested for driving SUV with forged diplomatic number plates in Delhi ahead of Republic Day celebrations

Delhi Police have arrested a 45-year-old woman for using forged diplomatic registration plates on her SUV. She was apprehended in Vasant Vihar wh

Ammonia Surge Leads To Delhi Water Crisis: How To Detect, Safety Tips And Precautions For Residents

High ammonia levels in water poses serious health risks, especially if levels increase safe limits like 0.5 ppm (parts per million) for drinking

Holiday for schools in Mannargudi on January 28

Evening news wrap: Scotland replaces Bangladesh in T20 World Cup; Air India cancels New York flights due to winter storm & more

Scotland replaces Bangladesh in the Men's T20 World Cup 2026 due to Bangladesh's travel commitment issues. Meanwhile, Air India cancelled New Yor

Delhi Republic Day 2026 traffic advisory: Major restrictions on Noida, Gurgaon, Faridabad & Sonipat routes; Check whats open and whats closed

Delhi Police have issued a comprehensive traffic advisory for Republic Day 2026, announcing extensive road closures and diversions in central Del

This free option still lets you file your 2025 tax return online, no hidden fees - heres how it works

The 2026 tax season introduces vital changes. IRS Free File is now open for those earning $89,000 or less. With Direct File discontinued, this re

Republic Day long weekend: Indians on travel spree to South East Asia

New Delhi: The Republic Day long weekend beginning Saturday, January 24, is driving a surge in travel with hotels and resorts witnessing an incre

Water level in Papanasam dam stands at 117.80 feet

PM Modi Pushes BJP-NDA Pitch In Tamil Nadu As AIADMK Insists On Solo Rule

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in his first election rally speech in Tamil Nadu on Saturday, expressed confidence that a BJP-NDA government will c

'Millions seeking lawful action': Zubeen Garg's family writes to PM Modi; seeks fast-tracked trial

Power shutdown on January 27 in many areas of Thanjavur

Djokovic wins record 400th Slam match to power on in Australia

The 38-year-old Serbian great swept past Dutchman Botic van de Zandschulp 6-3, 6-4, 7-6 (7/4) under a closed roof on centre court to extend his o

Watch: Foreign Traveller Stuck At India-Bangladesh Border Hitchhikes With BSF Officers

In a viral Instagram video, a foreign traveller shows BSF officers assisting her when stranded near the India-Bangladesh border.

CS orders speedy re-routing of EHT transmission lines passing through Amaravati

IAS Krishna Karunesh Appointed Noida Authority CEO After Techie's Death

Senior IAS officer Krishna Karunesh has been appointed as the new Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Noida Authority, replacing Lokesh M, offic

16 Days In Digital Arrest: How NRI Couple Lost Rs 14 Crore To Cyber Fraud

The Delhi Police has arrested eight persons, including a priest, from three states in connection with the alleged duping of an elderly NRI couple

Filmmaker Vikram Bhatt, His Daughter Booked For Cheating Businessman Of Rs 13.5 crore

The complaint comes after Bhatt and his wife, Shewetambari, were arrested in December last year in connection with another alleged fraud case

Posters target CPI(M) leader after allegations against MLA

Partys Kannur district committee member V. Kunhikrishnan had alleged that MLA T.I. Madhusoodanan had misappropriated money from the martyrs fund

Centre Conducting Recruitment Drives for Viksit Bharat 2047: Kishan Reddy

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has been holding Rozgar Melas since 2022 to streamline and expedite recruitment across states: Kishan Reddy

Buckingham and Mansa Musa showed out

China will eat them up: Trump lambasts PM Carney over Beijing deals and rejecting Golden Dome plan

US presses Bolivia to expel suspected Iranian spies, harden approach to militant groups, sources say

The US is urging Bolivia to expel suspected Iranian spies and label the Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps, Hezbollah, and Hamas as terrorist gro

Ajit Pawar will return to MVA, NCP factions to unite, claims Raut

Though Ajit Pawar is part of the Mahayuti, he is still connected with the MVA. Sharad Pawar and Ajit Pawar will come together as part of the MVA,

T.N. Seshagopalan brings alive the genius of Harikesanallur Muthiah Bhagavatar

Veteran musician T.N. Seshagopalans lecture demonstration offered insights into the life, scholarship and creative brilliance of Muthiah Bhagavat

Akhilesh Yadav flags irregularities in SIR, accuses Election Commission of bias

Akhilesh Yadav also questioned repeated extensions of the SIR timeline, saying they reflected a lack of preparedness

ET@Davos: Innovation City to Agri Stack: India's AI Revolution

Tamil Nadu government seeks IIT-Ms assistance to study ill effects of microplastics on human health

The move comes after Madras High Court expressed shock over a study that found microplastics affecting even the placenta of expectant mothers

Uttar Pradesh Diwas: Celebrating The Vibrant Soul Of India

Celebrating the Spirit of Uttar Pradesh ahead of India's Republic day on 76th Uttar Pradesh foundation day

Assembly passes Bill to set up Tamil Nadu Water Resources Management Authority

The State Government proposed this legislation, citing the need for a holistic and integrated approach to water governance for all types of water

This Traditional Non-Alcoholic Japanese Drink Can Help In Gut Healing, Says Nutritionist Palak Nagpal

Nutritionist Palak Nagpal reveals that the Japanese community has been consuming the beverage for over a hundred years.

Hyderabad: Major fire breaks out at Nampally, 2 children feared trapped

Hyderabad: A major fire broke out at a furniture store in Nampally in Hyderabad on Saturday, January 24, with two children reportedly trapped in

B.Tech student dies after jumping from hostel building in Greater Noida

Two persons have been taken into custody in connection with the matter, and further investigation is underway, police said

Ponies series review: Emilia Clarke and Haley Lu Richardson give a haute spin to the Cold War

Set in the 70s, the believable chemistry between Emilia Clarke and Haley Lu Richardson lends the spy thriller warmth, heft and humour

Around 150 dead olive ridley sea turtles washed ashore in Srikakulam district

Murder Or Misfire? Twist After Congress MP's Nephew, Wife's Deaths In Ahmedabad

What was initially portrayed as a harrowing domestic accident has now been reclassified as a chilling crime.

Snow and heavy rain leave 61 dead in Afghanistan

Afghanistan is reeling from severe weather. Snow and heavy rain have claimed 61 lives over the past three days. The disaster management authority

Congress needs its own Board of Peace: BJP

The BJP cited reports of internal rift within the Congress in Jharkhand after being plagued by factionalism in States like Karnataka, Punjab and