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West Bengal Mother-Son Duo, Pushed Over Border, Back In India After 5 Months

The Supreme Court recently ordered the Centre to bring back the mother-son duo on humanitarian grounds after their Indian citizenship was found v

Who is Frank Gehry? See architect's key works, awards, career

Who is Frank Gehry? This explainer covers his death at 96, his early life, career, Guggenheim Bilbao impact, global projects, awards, net worth,

Exclusive rights over temple rituals, TN defends defying HC order in SC

Tamil Nadu's DMK government sought an urgent Supreme Court hearing on its appeal against the Madras High Court's order allowing the 'Karthigai De

Spiritual Guru Chakravarti Daneshwara Sri passes away

Born on Sept 19, 1950 in Savadi village of Athani taluk in Belagavi district, Daneshwara Sri established the Basavagopala Matha in Bandigani.

Two Lakh Devotees Throng Bhaktarahalli Jyothula Utsavam

As part of a long-held tradition, devotees suffering from health issues or unable to have children offered prayers by allowing Bhuthappas (oracle

JNTU Gurajada Ties Up With Torch Fintech For Industry-Ready Skills

The partnership will provide self-paced courses, industry-focused training modules and specialised skill-enhancement programmes. Students will al

Dr K Ramesh Reddy Appointed In-Charge Vice-Chancellor of KNRUHS

He replaces Dr Nanda Kumar Reddy who had resigned recently.

Pressure mounts on Raj Bhavan to grant age relaxation to job aspirants in Jammu and Kashmir

Protests are being held by aspirants under the open merit category, demanding an increase in the current upper age limit from 32 to 37

Dying declaration cant be rejected due to time lag: Supreme Court

The Supreme Court has ruled that a dying declaration remains valid even if there's a time gap before the victim's death, and it doesn't need to b

Haj 2026 Third List Announced

The committee said that seats will depend on the availability at the designated embarkation points and pilgrims could check the status in due cou

Trump awarded inaugural FIFA peace prize at World Cup 2026 draw in Washington

Tamil Nadu Coconuts Hit Konaseema Market

Traders say glut in TN led to price crash; farmers blame traders for market manipulations

Holiday shopping 2025 revolution: AI tools and crypto gifts surge among Gen Z what to gift this Christmas

Crypto gifts for Christmas: This holiday season, young Americans are reshaping shopping habits. Nearly half of US shoppers use AI for holiday tas

Justice Sam Koshy Named to NALSA Board

The Union law ministry issued a gazette notification to this effect on December 1.

Telangana High Court Accepts HYDRAA Chiefs Apology on Bathukammakunta Case

On November 27, the High Court had cautioned him that it would order a non-bailable warrant if he skipped personal appearance in the case.

Frank Gehry, legendary architect behind the Guggenheim Bilbao and Disney Concert Hall, dies at 96

Renowned architect Frank Gehry, celebrated for reshaping city skylines with his visionary, sculptural designs, has died at 96. His innovative use

Agri ministers meet, commit to strengthen cooperation

Maharashtrawants toadopt AI-driven model and adult open schools to prevent school dropouts

Maharashtra Education departmentsaid it wants to collaborate with Educate Girls to adopt its AI-driven model and introduce open schools for adult

PILs Challenge Land Transformation Policy

Justice N. Tukaramji of the Telangana High Court deferred hearing of a writ plea challenging the state's decision to shift the Bodhan sub-jail op

Govt to Give Final Shape to TG Rising 2047 Document

Soft copies will also be made available on government websites.

Landman Season 3 renewal and what to expect: Why did Paramount Plus renew series for new season already?

Landman Season 3 renewal and what to expect are now clear after Paramount Plus confirmed a new season of the hit series. The streamer shared upda

3,155 Indian Nationals Deported From US This Year As Of Nov 21: Govt Tells Parl

The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) was asked whether it is a fact that several Indians who entered through donkey route, were recently deport

Fadnavis hails quota for orphans as historic; Congress seeks White Paper on Mahayutis first year in office

Chief Minister calls the 1% reservation a landmark step for social justice; Congress hits out at government over farm distress, crime, stalled pr

Sonia Heaps Praise on CM for Summit

In a letter addressed to the Chief Minister on Friday, Mrs Gandhi expressed confidence that the summit would serve as a major step toward realisi

Is Trumps FIFA Peace Prize decision influenced by Myanmars 'crony tycoon Zaw Zaw, accused of 'extrajudicial killings'?

Donald Trump received the inaugural FIFA Peace Prize on December 5, an award created just a month prior. The decision, lacking transparency and a

Delhi University law student stabbed to death in south Delhi's Sangam Vihar; 2 held

Irshad, a first-year LLB student at Delhi University's Campus Law Centre, had multiple stab injuries, the police said.

Geriatric Wards With 20 Beds Each To Come Up In Govt Hospitals, Says DME

The DME announced that Dr Prem Sagar, head of the department at Osmania Medical College, has been appointed state nodal officer for geriatric ser

Telangana Government Employee Loses Rs 12.9 Lakh in Job Scam

The fraudsters returned him a small amount

After Kudankulam project, Modi & Putin discuss building second Russian N-plant in India

India and Russia are set to significantly boost nuclear energy collaboration following President Putin's visit. Discussions focused on constructi

Russia makes first delivery of Nuclear-fuel for TN nuclear plant's 3rd unit

Undeterred by global pressures, Russia has commenced nuclear fuel deliveries for Kudankulam's third unit, reinforcing its commitment to uninterru

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Pawan Wants Kerala-Type Education In AP Involving Parents

Addressing a large gathering at the Mega Teachers-Parents Meeting (PTM) held at Sarada ZP High School in Chilakaluripet of Palnadu district on Fr

AP Minister Flags Poor Safety, Unpaid Dues at Visakhapatnam Projects

On Friday, AP Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board chairman Valavala Mallikarjuna Rao, labour department additional secretary Ga

MCD budget: no new taxes, focus on sanitation, health

Will boost revenue collection, says Commissioner, notes that liabilities have swelled to 15,791.8 cr., nearly the budgets size; plan for shelter

Australia Varsities Tie Up With Telangana Institutions

Visiting minister Julian Hill pushes for practical collaborations, clear goals and student pathways

India, Russia agree to boost efforts on joint climate action

India and Russia have pledged to boost joint efforts on climate action, aligning with global UN goals and the Paris Agreement. Both nations will

15 Injured As Bus Plunges 70 Feet Into Gorge

Teams from the Ratnagiri district police, along with local villagers and emergency responders, pulled passengers out of the damaged vehicle and s

Telangana Rising Summit To Be Purely Economic Meet: Revanth

CM asks officials to ensure that delegates are provided seamless, high-quality experience during meet

Bitcoin (BTC USD) lags S&P 500 for first time since 2014 as AI stocks lead 2025 rally gold and silver also gain

Bitcoin (BTC USD vs S&P 500: Bitcoin is unexpectedly falling behind the S&P 500's strong 2025 rally. Artificial intelligence stocks and precious

Top heart doctors reveal the 4 frozen foods you should be eating for a healthier heart

Eating frozen foods can help your heart stay healthy. Experts say frozen berries, spinach, salmon and edamame keep important nutrients and are ea

Two illegal coke plants demolished: Govt to HC

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Dec 5: The state government has informed the High Court of Meghalaya that two illegal coke oven plants violating the Me

After 17-year delay, GSWSS Phase-III to be commissioned in March

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Dec 5: Ending a nearly 17-year wait, the Greater Shillong Water Supply Scheme Phase-III is projected to be fully commis

CM, Speaker condole passing of former min

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Dec 5: Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma and Assembly Speaker Thomas A Sangma on Friday mourned the demise of former minis

KHADC EC expanding toll gates sans tenders: Cong

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Dec 5: The Meghalaya Congress has levelled a serious allegation against the VPP-led Executive Committee in the Khasi Hi

Dorbar seeks expedited CBI inquiry into Mukroh case

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Dec 5: The Dorbar Shnong of Mukroh on Friday submitted a memorandum to Union Home Minister Amit Shah through Governor C

Tezpur university crisis deepens as prof takes charge as acting VC suo motu

Tezpur University faces turmoil as senior professor Dhruba Bhattacharyya takes charge as acting vice-chancellor, citing university statutes. This

Two rapists convicted in SWKH, get RI

From Our Correspondent MAWKYRWAT, Dec 5: The Court of the Special Judge (POCSO), South West Khasi Hills, Mawkyrwat, has convicted two men for rap

Govt to absorb Border Wing Home Guards personnel into SDRF

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Dec 5: In a significant step to strengthen Meghalayas disaster response capacity, the state government has approved the

International tiger trafficker held by M.P. tiger strike force from Sikkim

Yangchen Lachungpa (44), wanted under an INTERPOL Red Notice and involved in alleged trafficking of tiger body parts, was held from Lachung in No

Pakistan army labels imprisoned ex-leader Imran Khan 'mentally ill' after he criticizes army chief

Pakistan's army chief has hit back at former Prime Minister Imran Khan. Khan had called the army chief mentally unstable. The army spokesperson l

India-Russia Summit-Level Talks | Terror strikes in Pahalgam or Crocus, roots are same: PM

Terrorism an Assault on Humanity; IndiaRussia to intensify counter-terror efforts New Delhi, Dec 5:Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Russian Presi

6,385 startups closed till October: Ministry

As of October 31, 2025, 6,385 recognized startups have been dissolved. Maharashtra leads with 1,200 closures, followed by Karnataka and Delhi. Th

CM seeks Rs 250-Cr patient-centric project SKIMS

Srinagar, Dec 5:Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Friday hailed the contribution of Sher-i-Kashmir Institute of Medical Sciences (SKIMS) in revolut

Trump Administration Will Expand Travel Ban To More Than 30 Countries, Noem Says

The expansion would build on a travel ban already announced in June by the Republican administration, which barred travel to the US for citizens

1 of 2 cubs released in Kuno on Cheetah Day is dead

Five Nights at Freddy's 3, FNAF 2 ending, mid and post-credits scenes explained

Five Nights at Freddy's 3, FNAF 2 ending, and mid and post-credits scenes explained as the sequel sets up major story threads for the next movie.

1 of 2 cubs released in Kuno on International Cheetah Day is dead

Tragedy struck India's cheetah reintroduction project as a 10-month-old cub died in Kuno National Park just a day after its 'historic' release. T

Waqf Board Registered 31,000 Properties on Umeed

Board to seek time for uploading 3,000 more pending properties

What ginger really does to your Blood Pressure doctors say the effect may surprise you

Ginger is rich in bioactive compounds such as gingerols and shogaols, which may help to maintain healthy blood pressure and overall heart wellnes

USBRL project generated over 5 Cr man-days of employment: Minister

Survey for BaramullaUri line complete; DPR prepared to boost Kashmirs rail connectivity New Delhi, Dec 5:Union Minister for Railways Ashwini Vais

US Supreme Court Agrees To Hear Trump Birthright Citizenship Order Case

The Supreme Court agreed on Friday to take up the constitutionality of President Donald Trump's order on birthright citizenship declaring that ch

Growing tribe of migrant voters find voice in local body polls

Fog, dry weather to continue across Jammu Hills, Valley

Jammu Tawi, Dec 5:Night temperatures recorded an improvement across Jammu and Kashmir on Friday, with most stations in the Valley and Jammu regio

Sri Thyaga Brahma Gana Sabhas 80thanniversary celebrations held in city

Lokesh Heads To US, Canada To Bring Investments For AP

On December 8 and 9, he will hold meetings in San Francisco with key technology and manufacturing companies to discuss new investments and strate

Netanyahu mocks corruption trial as 'Bugs Bunny' farce

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu denounced the ongoing corruption case against him as a Bugs Bunny trial and defended his controversial

IndiGo breakdown hits flyers in Jammu, Srinagar

Endless waits, no clarity on refunds leaves passengers fuming Srinagar, Dec 5:Chaos and frustration continued to grip air travellers on Friday as

SOP for Leaked Videos: Dont Panic, Get Them Down Within One Hour

Experts ask people not to share personal videos or photos online

New York Times sues Perplexity AI for 'illegal' copying of content

The New York Times has filed a lawsuit against AI startup Perplexity. The Times claims Perplexity copied and used its articles without permission

J&K sees highest POCSO case disposal in 5 years: Centre

New Delhi, Dec 5:Jammu and Kashmir has registered 42 Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) cases in 2025 out of which 23 cases were

FIFA Gives President Donald Trump A Peace Prize

Award sparks debate as Infantino praises Trumps global peace efforts despite scrutiny over recent policies

A Renewed Bastar Raises Hope For Saving Indias Wild Buffalo Species

Indravati National Park in Bijapur district under south Bastar houses around 15-20 wild buffaloes of Central Indian species. They are spotted fre

J&K gets new 379 MBBS, 118 PG seats for 2025-26

New Delhi, Dec 5:The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare informed that the National Medical Commission (NMC) Friday said that Jammu and Kashmir

Detained AAP MLAs plea listed for final hearing on Dec 18

First Lady Melania Trump cheers hospitalised children for Christmas, reads story to kids

SIA conducts raids in Kashmir in white collar terror network probe

Jammu and Kashmir's State Investigation Agency conducted raids in Srinagar and Ganderbal, targeting a white-collar terror network. Investigations

PM Modi points to Pakistan as root of Pahalgam, crocus terror attacks

India and Russia are standing together against terrorism. Prime Minister Modi stated that attacks in Pahalgam and Russia share the same root. Bot

Devotees Throng Dokiparru for Grand Sri Srinivasa Kalyanam

Special arrangements were made for Paada Seva and deepa aaradhana, with devotees offering coconuts and lighting lamps

'AI will not shape judicial decisions': SC

India's Supreme Court judges are exercising extreme caution with artificial intelligence. They have stated that AI will not be allowed to dictate

Trump unveils radical foreign policy shift, warns Europe faces decline

President Trump unveiled a new national security strategy prioritizing America First and regional concerns, notably elevating Latin America. The

'Name VCs or we step in,' SC tells Kerala govt, governor

The Supreme Court has warned the Kerala Governor and government. If they cannot agree on Vice Chancellor appointments for two universities, the c

Cancer cases show persistent rise in J&K

New Delhi, Dec 5:Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare on Friday informed Lok Sabha that Jammu & Kashmir has recorded a persistent rise in

Left Alone In Old Age Along Alipiri Footpaths To Tirumala

The elderly survive mainly on food offered by devotees

Doctors say: Dont skip that morning orange juice heres the reason why

Drinking a small glass of 100% orange juice every morning can help your heart and overall health. It has vitamin C, flavonoids, and plant sterols

20 of 23 OSC operational in J&K: Centre

New Delhi: Union Ministry of Women and Child Development on Thursday informed the Lok Sabha that Jammu and Kashmir has a total of 23 One Stop Cen

Ernakulam Collector orders criminal proceedings against 42 for enrolling in voters list using fake documents

Letters to The Editor December 6, 2025

From across the dark in limelight, Tagore painting up for auction

A significant painting by Rabindranath Tagore, From Across the Dark, is going up for auction. The artwork was gifted to Princess Vidyawati Devi o

Amid Tamil Nadu Temple Lamp Row, MK Stalin's Development Swipe At Centre

As the BJP intensified its attack on the ruling DMK over what it calls an anti-Hindu stand in the Thirupparankundram lamp lighting controversy, C

Nimmala Stresses Quality Education for Future Citizens

He said Chandrababu Naidu is the only chief minister to have appointed two lakh teachers during his tenure, and that 80 per cent of current teach