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Why a Rajasthani Panchayat Wants to Ban Women from Using Smartphones

After protests and criticism on social media, the panchayat has withdrawn the order, stating it was a 'suggestion'.

Ahead of December 28 Polls, Mana Panel Addresses Industry Concerns

Mana Panel Promises Transparency and Welfare in Run-up to Film Chamber Elections

Thalassemia: Understanding the Demographic Footprint and Arresting Its Silent Spread

India bears one of the worlds highest thalassemia burdens, with an estimated 10,00012,000 children born every year with thalassemia major

Will gold prices continue to rise this week and next year? Gold hits record levels amid Fed rate cut hopes. Here's what gold investors should do now

Will gold prices continue to rise this week and next year? Gold prices reached new highs after strong safe-haven demand, geopolitical tensions, a

Telangana: Farmers block MahabubabadThorrur road over urea shortage

Hyderabad: Tension prevailed in Mahabubabad district headquarters on Thursday, December 25, as farmers staged a protest over the delay in urea di

Balananda Sharma appointed as Nepal's new Foreign Minister

This is the fifth Cabinet expansion by Prime Minister Sushila Karki, who leads an interim government mandated to hold the general elections on Ma

How micro-naps can change the productivity game for 9-6 office goers

Micro-sleeps are brief, involuntary moments when your brain shuts down for seconds, often unnoticed yet dangerous. They spike during sleep depri

Kacheguda-Yesvantpur Vande Bharat Express to halt at Hindupur on trial basis from December 27

The trial stoppage is aimed at improving rail connectivity and offering faster, more convenient travel options for passengers in the Hindupur reg

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Highest grossing Bollywood film in India as of 2025: Jawan loses spot

Mumbai: Dhurandhar, Aditya Dhars spy thriller starring Ranveer Singh, has entered the Rs 1,000 crore worldwide club within 21 days, according to

India vows to bring back Lalit Modi, Vijay Mallya after viral fugitives video

India is determined to bring back fugitives Lalit Modi and Vijay Mallya. A recent video showed them joking about being fugitives. The Ministry of

Wealth Quote of the Day by Charlie Munger: The big money is not in the buying and the selling, but in the waiting why Munger believed patience is where millions are made

Wealth Quote of the Day by Charlie Munger: Charlie Munger, Warren Buffett's sharp-minded partner, once dropped a gem: The big money is not in the

Madras HC asks centre to consider Australias social media ban

Madurai: The Madurai Bench of the Madras High Court has observed that the Centre could consider framing a legislation to regulate the use of inte

Salem West MLA R. Arul lodges complaint against PMK leader Anbumani

His complaint comes in response to another complaint lodged by the Anbumani faction against the proposed general council and executive committee

Drone patrolling across Sathya Sai district from January 1, says Superintendent of Police

Drone surveillance will be useful to effectively control crime and the offenders will also be punished as the recorded footage will act as an evi

India condemns killing of Hindu man in Bangladesh, calls attacks on minorities worrisome

India on Friday strongly condemned the latest killing of a Hindu man in Bangladesh, calling a spate of recent attacks on members of the minority

CMO refutes media reports of CM calling up Thiruvananthapuram Mayor V.V. Rajesh to congratulate him

CMO issues press release clarifying its position

Delhi HC asks Centre why GST on air purifiers cant be lowered

Additional Solicitor General N Venkataraman, representing the Centre, said voting has to be done physically and it cannot be done through video c

Indian cinema in 2025: Coming of rage

Indian cinema in 2025 reflected societal complexities, broke genre conventions, and sparked controversies as audiences engage in a two-way dialog

Janhvi Kapoor's Go-To Workout for Strength & Flexibility

Janhvi Kapoor has made Pilates a core part of her fitness routine. From toned muscles to better posture, this low-impact workout helps her stay f

Why cant Centre reduce GST on air purifiers: Delhi HC

New Delhi: The Delhi High Court on Friday asked the Centre why it cannot reduce the GST charged on air purifiers to make it affordable for the co

Indian healthcare better than the US: NRI praises 'Indian doctors care' while criticising American physicians

An NRIs viral Reddit post about returning to India after a decade in the United States has sparked fresh debate around healthcare access and cost

India has raised visa concerns with the US authorities: MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal

SCR to run special MMTS trains in Hyderabad for New Year

Hyderabad: To facilitate safe and convenient travel for passengers celebrating the New Year, South Central Railway (SCR) has announced special MM

Dubai New Year 2026 Celebrations Guide: Fireworks venues, road closures, metro timings, parking and key travel updates

Dubai is preparing for a massive New Year's Eve celebration with 48 fireworks displays across 40 locations. Authorities have implemented extensiv

Quiz | Easy like Sunday morning: What has December 28 ever given us?

New flower species discovered in Aravalli Hills | Green Humour by Rohan Chakravarty

Gold and silver price today, prediction and forecast: Why precious metals rates are rising and should you buy or wait for now? Here's full analysis

Gold and silver price today, prediction and forecast shows strong movement as silver crossed $75 for the first time. Gold, platinum, and palladiu

Israels global brand ranking sinks to bottom for second time

Israel has ranked last in the 2025 Nation Brands Index (NBI), according to data released by BrandIL on Thursday, December 25, the second consecut

Mumbai City confirms exit of majority stakeholders City Football Group due to ISL's uncertainty

Mumbai City FC's majority owner, City Football Group, has sold its stake back to the club's founders. This move comes amid uncertainty surroundin

How a Bulandshahr IIT graduate overcame cerebral palsy, once struggled to hold a pencil, and cleared UPSC in first attempt

Manvendra Singh, a 24-year-old IIT graduate, secured an All India Rank of 112 in the ESE 2025 in his first attempt, overcoming cerebral palsy fro

'Cannot be brushed aside': India responds to attacks on minorities in Bangladesh; issues strong warning to Yunus govt

India's Ministry of External Affairs has strongly condemned the recent violence against minorities in Bangladesh, including the killing of a Hind

In Focus podcast | Why do reports of attacks on Christians spike around Christmas in India?

Delhi University professor and social commentator Apoorvanand discusses the rise in attacks on religious minorities around festivals in India

NIA Court Extends Custody Of Two Accused In Red Fort Blast Case

New Delhi, Dec 26: A special court on Friday extended the custody of two key accused being investigated by the National Investigation Agency in c

India condemns killing of minority youth in Bangladesh, says such incidents cant be brushed aside

India has condemned the brutal killing of a 25-year-old Hindu factory worker in Bangladesh, who was lynched by a mob over alleged blasphemy. The

Astroguide for December 27, Saturday

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Meet actor who wasted 20 years in addiction, gave away Maine Pyar Kiya to Salman Khan due to his habit of..., became star in his 50s, he is...

As Salman Khan will turn 60, we will discuss this multi-talented artiste wasted 20 years in alcoholism and lost several big roles, including Main

Three arrested in Anantapur for trade in illegal weapons

Two of the accused had been purchasing country-made guns and bullets at low prices from unidentified persons in the GwaliorMorena regions for the

Humanitarian Intervention Leads to Release of 80-Year-Old Undertrial Prisoner

Officials said the decision was taken keeping in view her advanced age, health condition and lack of family support, with coordinated efforts fro

Aryan Singh From Law Prep Tutorial Claims AIR-1 in AILET 2026

Uttarkhand cops arrest men for assaulting Kashmiri shawl seller

Uttarakhand: Men who assaulted the Kashmiri shawl seller, Bilal Ahmed Ganie, were arrested on December 26, after a video of the assault reached U

At least three killed in explosion at mosque in Syria's Homs

Local officials said it may have been caused by a suicide bomber or explosives placed there

Sensex declines for third day, sheds 367 points on foreign fund outflows

Falling for the third consecutive day, the 30-share BSE Sensex dropped 0.43% to settle at 85,041.45 in a thin trade

Larry Ellison, not Elon Musk, was the tech titan who defined 2025

Larry Ellison, not Elon Musk, has emerged as 2025's most newsworthy tech titan. His Oracle Corp. is central to the AI boom, announcing a $500 bil

Culture in 2025: Maha Kumbh, Vande Mataram at 150, Deepavali gets UNESCO tag

India secured two UNESCO honours the inscription of Maratha Military Landscapes as World Heritage and Deepavali as Intangible Cultural Heritage.

Spotlight: Glimpses of Bengaluru from 2025

2025 will be remembered as a landmark year for Bengaluru, as the citys governance structure was innovatively rehauled, but none of the problems f

Yemen separatists accuse Saudi Arabia of launching airstrikes against their forces

Aden: Separatists in southern Yemen accused Saudi Arabia on Friday of targeting their forces with airstrikes, something not immediately acknowled

President Murmu confers PM Rashtriya Bal Puraskar to 20 children; check full list here

President Droupadi Murmu said that the award-winning children have brought pride to their families, their communities, and the entire country.

Vijay Hazare Trophy: Virat Kohli sets new world record, surpasses Australia great Michael Bevan to achieve historic feat

With a landmark innings at the BCCI Centre of Excellence, Virat Kohli rewrote history by surpassing a decades-old benchmark held by former Austra

Several people injured after being stabbed at factory in Japan

Kyodo News agency and other media said several people were stabbed by a man with a knife at a rubber factory in the city of Mishima

Indias rise as global power unstoppable, if talent aligns with traditional values: Andhra CM

TIRUPATI, Dec 26: Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu on Friday said Indias rise as a global power is unstoppable, provided its pop

Naga Vamsi Reveals War 2 Financials

At the box office, War 2 managed to generate only around Rs 35 to 40 crores in share from the Telugu states, leading to losses.

Doping offences may derail Indias chance of hosting Olympics

Over the last three years, Indian sports have acquired a notorious reputation across the entire world. For three successive years, India has reco

California floods: Southern region ravaged by storm videos show widespread damage

Culture: Maha Kumbh, 150 Years Of Vande Mataram, UNESCO Tag For Deepavali In 2025

New Delhi, Dec 26: From the Maha Kumbh in January-February to the launch of year-long celebrations of 150 years of Vande Mataram in November it

Rupee falls 15 paise to close at 89.86 against U.S. dollar

Forex traders said a recovery in crude oil prices, significant dollar demand from importers, and risk-off sentiment amid trade deal uncertainties

Anti-India Protests At Dhaka University: NDTV Reports From Ground Zero

Fresh anti-India protests have erupted in Dhaka as Bangladesh remains tense ahead of February general elections. Anti-India slogans were raised a

'Earning Rs 4 lakh a month but not happy': 32-year-old entrepreneur says on paper everything looks successful, but...

A 32-year-old entrepreneur earning Rs 4.1 lakh monthly admitted on Reddit that financial success hasn't brought happiness, feeling empty despite

Massive International 'SIM Box Tech' Cyber Fraud Busted In Andhra Pradesh

A massive international cyberfraud network that used 'SIM box technology' to rob people has been busted by the Andhra Pradesh cyber crime police.

From tuitions to topsoil, how a Firozabad teacher built a vermicompost micro-enterprise

Backed by a 5 lakh loan under the Uttar Pradesh Mukhyamantri Vikas Udyami Yojana, Rathore sets up a low-cost, training-led compost unit that supp

Telangana HC summons top officials over unpaid contract dues

Hyderabad: The Telangana High Court has taken a stern view of the failure of senior state government officials to clear long-pending civil contra

Watch: Siraj dances his heart out to Marfa at Hyderabadi wedding

Hyderabad: Indian fast bowler Mohammed Siraj, who hails from Hyderabad, has risen to national and international fame but continues to stay deeply

Venkatesh Iyer Not Be In The Playing XI In The Start : Anil Kumble

Venkatesh Iyer has strong leadership qualities : Andy Flower

Watch: Every family should have at least three kids, says AP CM

Multi-door courthouse: CJI Kant's vision for holistic dispute resolution; calls for alternatives beyond trials

Chief Justice of India Surya Kant outlined his vision of a multi-door courthouse where courts function as comprehensive dispute resolution centre

I have a plan a safe Bangladesh: BNPs T Rahman in first public rally after returning home

Buried 18K Palestinian bodies since Oct 2023: Funeral director

A 65-year-old mortician in Gaza said he has buried at least 18,000 Palestinian bodies since the Israel-Palestine conflict re-emerged in October 2

Salman Khan At 60: A Look At His Bollywood Journey

From romantic dramas & family entertainers to action blockbusters, Salman Khan's journey has left an indelible mark on Indian cinema.

PM Modi To Chair Conference Of Chief Secretaries Over Weekend

NEW DELHI, Dec 26: Prime Minister Narendra Modi will chair the fifth national conference of chief secretaries of all states here over the weekend

Delhi rolls out Atal Canteens; meals priced at Rs 5 for the poor

Stabbing attack in Japans factory leaves several injured

Tokyo: Several people were hospitalised after being stabbed at a factory in central Japan on Friday, media reports said. Kyodo News agency and ot

Shinkows in Udhagamandalam serves nostalgia on a plate since 1954

Nine children injured in drone strike on madrassa in Pakistans Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

Rescue 1122 teams rushed to the spot and shifted the injured to the District Headquarters (DHQ) Hospital in Tank, officials said

Watch: Fan turns aggressive after selfie snub, Hardik Pandya keeps his cool while out with girlfriend Mahieka Sharma

Indian all-rounder Hardik Pandya drew praise online after calmly handling an aggressive fan who reacted badly to being denied a selfie. The incid

Shimla targets drug networks; 50 repeat traffickers identified

Himachal Pradesh is waging a strong war against drugs. Shimla police are using a new strategy to stop drug sales on the streets. They are identif

IPL 2026: Venkatesh Iyer may not be in RCB playing eleven at the start of season, says Anil Kumble

Defending champions RCB bolstered their squad by securing Iyer, Jacob Duffy and Mangesh Yadav, among others during the auction held on December 1

ICC Mens T20 World Cup 2026 Trophy Toured Visiting Iconic Stops Across Qatar and Oman

Cricket fans in Oman and Qatar had the opportunity to see the trophy up close

Study suggests ADHD medicines work by improving alertness, interest, rather than ability to focus

NEW DELHI, Dec 26: Prescription medicines used to treat ADHD may be working by making one more alert and interested in tasks, rather than directl

Congress Slams Assam Government Over Nalbari Christmas Market Vandalism

Leader of the Opposition in the Assam Legislative Assembly and senior Congress leader Debabrata Saikia on Friday strongly condemned the vandalism

Old, Unrelated Clip of a Crowd Viral as Save Aravalli Protest in Rajasthan

We traced the video back to August and found that it is linked to a religious event, and not Aravalli protests.

NCP's Sharad, Ajit 'Pawar-ing' Up For Family Reunion Before BMC Election

Squeezed out, it seems by their respective alliance bosses, Sharad Pawar and Ajit Pawar's NCPs are drifting toward a big familial and political r

Sahibzades represent ultimate expression of bravery against religious fanaticism: PM Narendra Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi honored the supreme sacrifice of Guru Gobind Singh's sons, calling it India's ultimate courage against Mughal cruelt

14 Injured In Stabbing, Unspecified Liquid Attack In Japan's Mishima

Fourteen people were hospitalised after a stabbing attack in a factory in central Japan, when an unspecified liquid was also sprayed, local media

Japans Cabinet OKs record defence budget that aims to deter China

TOKYO, Dec 26: Japans Cabinet on Friday approved a record defence budget plan exceeding 9 trillion yen ($58 billion) for the coming year, aiming

HIL 2026: Hardik Singh named captain of HIL Governing Council squad

Harmanpreet Singh and Hardik Singh are eyeing good performances in the Hockey India League, beginning early next year, to fine-tune their skills

'Functions like ChatGPT': AI-powered Organised Crime Network Database launched; provides FIRs and dossiers in real time

OTT releases this week (Dec 24-31): New movies and shows on Netflix, Prime, JioHotstar and ZEE5

What's new on Netflix, ZEE5, and JioHotstar this week? Our curated list features the years biggest drops: Stranger Things 5 Vol 2, the all-in-one

2025 Year-ender Special: From SIR and stray dogs to live-ins, top court rulings that shaped Indias legal and political debate

India's top courts made significant rulings in 2025. The Supreme Court addressed Waqf Act amendments, stray dog management, and electoral roll re

Saatvik Green Energy bags additional solar pumps order from Maharashtra state utility

NEW DELHI, Dec 26: Saatvik Green Energy on Friday said it has secured an additional order worth Rs 16.74 crore from Maharashtra State Electricity

Titan to enter lab-grown diamond with brand name beYon

NEW DELHI, Dec 26: Titan Co, the countrys leading jewellery maker, on Friday announced its entry into the lab-grown diamond segment, under the br