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J&K: Army Opens Fire on Pak Drones Along LoC in Rajouri

Defence sources said that the Indian Army implemented counter-Unmanned Aerial System (UAS) measures after drones were spotted along the LoC

Mumbai Man Arrested for Threatening Kadapa MP, MLA

The accused has been identified as Rushanth Jayakumar Wadke, a resident of Mumbai.

First ever Army Day Parade to be held outside cantonment area, Bhairav battalions, drones to debut

The Bhairav Battalion is positioned between the Para Special Forces and regular infantry units. The battalion was raised to meet modern warfare r

Former Minister and INLD leader Sampat Singh accuses Haryana govt of neglecting the education sector in budgets over the years

According to the latest education department report, 40,671 posts of school teachers out of the sanctioned 1,22,359 posts were vacant at present,

2025 was third hottest year on record, no relief expected in 2026: EU, US experts

The planet logged its third hottest year on record in 2025, extending a run of unprecedented heat, with no relief expected in 2026, US researcher

US allows Nvidia to send advanced AI chips to China with restrictions

Nvidia chief executive Jensen Huang has advocated for the company to be allowed to sell some of its more advanced chips in China

Delhi wakes up to biting cold and 'very poor' air quality, overall AQI at 357

Several areas across the national capital reported AQI levels well above 300, indicating persistently hazardous conditions for public health

Elon Musk's X recovers after outage hits thousands globally

The actual number of affected users may differ from what is shown on Downdetector, as the reports are submitted by users

Viral video: Veer Pahariya subtly confirms break up, arrives at Nupur Sanon-Stebin Ben's reception without Tara Sutaria, netizens say 'you deserve better'

Veer Pahariya was among the guests at Nupur Sanon and Stebin Ben's wedding reception. Still, unlike previous public appearances, he was spotted w

Bhogi Festivities Take to the Skies with Hot Air Balloon Rides in Hyderabad

Tickets for the Telangana Tourism event near Qutub Shahi Tombs sold out within minutes.

Happy Pongal 2026: 100+ wishes, quotes, images, Facebook, Insta and Whatsapp messages in Tamil and English

Happy Pongal Wishes in Tamil: Pongal marks Tamil Nadu's harvest season around January 14-15. This four-day festival honors new crops and nature's

Starlink offering free service in Iran, where other communications were cut in protest crackdown

Starlink has been the only way for Iranians to communicate with the outside world since authorities shut down the internet Thursday night

Over 14 lakh people left the city by bus, trains to celebrate Pongal in their natives

The Pongal pot boils over with creativity at Mandaveli Raja Street

Readers Write: Mandaveli Raja Street Residents Welfare Association delivers on its promise yet again by conducting its annual Kolam contest, one

Iran unrest: Over 2,500 killed in protest crackdown, rights group says

The group said most of those killed were protesters, along with children and civilians not involved in demonstrations, while over 18,100 people h

Multiple Americans detained in Venezuela released, U.S. says

It comes after the U.S. captured Venezuelan President Nicols Maduro in a stunning nighttime raid earlier this month

HiLife Brides Wedding Exhibition January Dates, Venue

HILIFE Exhibition being the nations most loved, favorite and the largest exhibition brand is all set to bring in wedding vibe for the brides.

What to know about the NYC nurses' strike and how it affects patients

NYC Nurses' Strike: Thousands of New York City nurses are on strike for a second day. Major hospitals like NewYork-Presbyterian, Montefiore, and

Scott Adams, creator of Dilbert comic strip, dies at 68

Launched in 1989, Dilbert became a cultural phenomenon for its sharp satire of corporate life, appearing in thousands of newspapers worldwide and

Man City Beats Newcastle 2-0 in English League Cup Semifinal

Semenyo also scored on his debut in the 10-1 rout of Exeter in the FA Cup over the weekend

Grammy-Nominated Musician John Forte Passes Away at 50

In 1998, Forte released his first solo album Poly Sci. The album included vocals from artists like DMX, Fat Joe, and Pras.

Shadowfax sets price band of Rs 118 - Rs 124 per share for IPO

Shadowfax's offering will include a fresh issue of shares worth Rs 1,000 crore and an offer-for-sale of Rs 907.3 crore.

Injection turns dormant tumour immune cells into cancer fighters: Study

The breakthrough could overcome key challenges in treating solid tumours, offering a faster, scalable and potentially more effective form of next

Delhi, Noida, Gurugram weather: Cold wave, dense fog persist across Delhi-NCR, alerts IMD

Delhi and surrounding areas are experiencing a cold wave for the third day. Dense fog is disrupting early mornings. Minimum temperatures are sign

Newly built arena at Suriyur to host first bull taming event in Tiruchi

The permanent arena with associated facilities is to be inaugurated by Deputy Chief Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin on January 15

Five new diarrhoea cases detected in Indore; no clarity over 'death audit' report

A total of 436 patients were admitted to hospitals since the vomiting and diarrhoea outbreak, triggered by supply of contaminated drinking water

Telangana RTC to operate 3,495 special buses for Medaram Jatara

Hyderabad: The Telangana State Road Transport Corporation (TSRTC) on Tuesday announced that it will operate 3,495 special buses for the upcoming

Trump blasts Iran, signals possible US action after White House meeting on escalating unrest

Turkman Gate stone-pelting case: Arrests rise to 20 as Delhi Police nab two more

Earlier on January 7, the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) conducted a demolition drive at the encroached area in the vicinity of Faiz-e-Elah

Scientists find spaceflight affects immune genes, deforms the brain

The brain is a particularly important area of concern; previous research has shown that without gravity, the brain tends to shift position inside

Denmark, Greenland stand united against US attempt to acquire Arctic territory

Speaking at a joint press conference, Danish PM Mette Frederiksen and Greenland PM Jens-Frederik Nielsen emphasized solidarity with Denmark and t

Delivery agents must keep eye on road, not clock

The minister had met with officials from Blinkit, Zepto, Swiggy, and Zomato

Donald Trump urges Iran to show humanity as protest death toll rises

Trump said he believes that the killing is `significant` and that his administration would `act accordingly.` He added that he believed the Irani

No talks yet with Pawar Sr but there's no permanent enemy in politics: Ajit

Tehran labels Trump main killer amid escalating unrest in Iran

Iran's top security official, Ali Larijani, has accused US President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of being the main

Just going BTS of the BMC for a bit!

If water, sanitation, roads, potholes, etc matter to you, I dont know a more important vote than for local body elections; no?

Trump pressures Iran with tariffs that could raise prices in the US

While the move could further strain Irans economy, already burdened by high inflation, it risks unintended consequences for the United States.

Pongal 2026: Singapore PM Lawrence invites citizens to celebrate festival with Tamil community at Little India

Pongal, India's prominent Hindu harvest festival, is being celebrated globally alongside Makar Sankranti. In Singapore, the Tamil community is en

88 tonnes of e-waste collected during special drive in Hyderabad

Hyderabad: The Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation (GHMC) collected 88 tonnes of electronic waste during the two-day special drive, which con

US: Six prosecutors in Minnesota quit over push to investigate ICE shooting victim's widow

Prosecutors objected to investigating a widow whose partner was killed by an ICE agent. They also opposed the department's refusal to investigate

Makar Sankranti 2026 Bank Holiday: Are banks open or closed on January 14? Check state-wise list here

Customers planning to visit bank branches should plant their visit according to these holiday schedules.

Coal smuggling nexus: ED notice to 6 Bengal traders

Visiting time extended at Vandalur Zoo for Pongal holidays

More Migrants Dying in ICE Detention Under Trump

At least four people have died while being detained by ICE in 2026

US court orders bond hearing for Indian detainee

Washington: A federal court has ordered immigration authorities to hold a bond hearing for an Indian national detained in Michigan, ruling that h

Trump warns of 'very strong action' if Iran hangs protesters

International outrage has built over the crackdown that a rights group said has likely killed thousands during protests posing one of the biggest

Infirmities in anti-graft law clause that shields babus: SC; but bench split on nixing it

Sends case to CJI, P20

Women founders mean business; Making commuting safer for women

As the founder of Arise Ventures, Ankita Vashisht has backed over 520 founders, all while quietly building the infrastructure to change who gets

27 states restrict trans participation in school sports in Washington

States are increasingly banning transgender athletes from school sports teams. This trend began in 2020 and has led to legal battles. The Supreme

PM Modi's reaction to Pawan Kalyan's induction into Kenjutsu, bags global honour in Japanese Martial arts: 'Decades of dedicated...'

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has congratulated Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan for officially entering Kenjutsu, ancient Japane

Morning Brief Podcast: ET in the Valley: Apoorva Pandhi, MD at Zetta Venture Partners

The death toll from a crackdown on protests in Iran jumps to at least 2,571, activists say

Activists report over 2,500 dead in Iran protests. This figure is a significant rise from previous reports. The government has not released offic

Makaravilakku at Sabarimala: A Sacred Confluence of Faith and Tradition

Makaravilakku is one of the most significant and spiritually charged rituals associated with the Sabarimala pilgrimage

The Agentic AI Leap: Unifying data and AI autonomy for 2026 customer engagement

The strategic imperative for 2026 is transitioning from manual prediction to Agentic Autonomy, a critical shift that necessitates a fundamental a

Stock Market Live Updates 14 Jan 2025: Stock to buy today: Oil India (447.75)

Sensex, Nifty, Share Prices LIVE: The short-term outlook is bullish for Oil India. The stock has surged over 5 per cent on Tuesday when the broad

Humanoid robot learns new skills by watching online videos

Instead of relying only on pre-programmed behaviors or volumes of human-operated data, NEO can now learn from internet-scale videos and apply tha

US scientists move closer to 3D-printed livers, hearts and kidneys

The LIVE team is using FRESH 3D bioprinting, a proprietary technique that enables researchers to print soft, delicate biological materials, such

North Korea's Kim Yo Jong says South's hopes for better relations are an illusion

The administration of South Korean President Lee Jae Myung has been seeking to improve ties with Pyongyang, but so far its overtures have been re

Tensions escalate in Minnesota as protesters clash with federal agents

Confrontations between federal agents and protesters stretched throughout the day and across multiple cities on Monday. Agents fired tear gas in

Congress leader Digvijaya Singh vacating Rajya Sabha seat, not to seek third term

Singhs decision comes after a request from Madhya Pradesh Congress SC Department President Pradeep Ahirwar, who urged him to make way for an SC c

French farmers drive 350 tractors to Parliament in mass protest

Escorted by police, the tractors tangled rush-hour traffic as they rumbled down the Champs-Elysees and other Paris avenues, and then over the Sei

Dog bite cases: Supreme Court warns states of heavy compensation

A bench of Justices Vikram Nath, Sandeep Mehta, and NV Anjaria said that even dog lovers and feeders will be held responsible and accountable for

Jaipur hospital shifts 14 ICU patients after water leakage floods ward

SMS Hospital Trauma Centre in-charge Dr BL Yadav said the area where the ICU stands earlier housed rooms and toilets, and old water pipelines wer

After US, Israel Cuts Ties With Several UN Bodies

Israel's Minister of Foreign Affairs has decided that Jerusalem will immediately sever all contact with several United Nations agencies and inter

Iranian state TV acknowledges high death toll from protest crackdown

The acknowledgment comes after activists and rights groups said the number of people killed during the unrest has surpassed 2,000.

Happy Makar Sankranti 2026: 25+ wishes, quotes, messages, greetings to share with your loved ones

Send these Makar Sankranti wishes, messages, quotes, and greetings to your family, friends, and loved ones on this auspicious festival.

Short-term investment plans to grow dollars: Options that offer extreme returns

Investment risks abound, and if you think you may need some of your money for an important purpose in the next few years, it may make sense to sh

Iran accused of broadcasting coerced confessions as unrest deepens

Activists say the confessions are obtained through psychological or physical torture and are used to portray the unrest as foreign-instigated

India rejects Chinas territorial claims over Shaksgam Valley

India last Friday criticised Chinas infrastructure development projects in the Shaksgam Valley, saying it reserves the right to take necessary me

US Tariffs Bringing Billions to Treasury, Not Hurting Consumers: Trump

He said steep duties on imported goods, particularly automobiles, have driven record investment and boosted wages across sectors

Iran protests: EU condemns violence, vows swift new sanctions

Condemning the rising death toll, she called the excessive use of force horrifying

Trump hails tariffs as cornerstone of fastest US economic turnaround

Speaking in Detroit, Trump said tariffsparticularly a 25% duty on foreign automobileshad driven record investment, boosted wages and helped curb

Morning Digest: Trump tells Iranians help on its way as crackdown toll soars; U.S. tariff threat puts India-Iran ties, BRICS plans under strain, and more

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India and France co-chair strategic dialogue on defence, technology, nuclear ties

National Security Adviser Ajit Doval and French Presidential Diplomatic Adviser Emmanuel Bonne led the 38th India-France Strategic Dialogue.

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Shaksgam Valley is Indian territory, says Army chief amid China projects

His remarks followed strong objections by the external affairs ministry to Chinese infrastructure projects in the region, which India maintains i

India mulls raising rocket-cum-missile force amid China, Pakistan threat

Noting that both China and Pakistan already operate similar formations, Army Chief Gen Upendra Dwivedi said such a force has become a necessity.

Tech decision cycle improving as clients no longer waiting for macro clarity: TCS CEO

The conversation on AI has moved beyond pilots and testing, says Krithivasan

ED attaches assets worth Rs 22 crore in Mahadev case

Manchester United hires Michael Carrick as head coach until end of season

The former England midfielder won five Premier League titles and the Champions League during a trophy-laden playing career at Old Trafford

Border to trade, BJP raises key points with Chinese delegation

U.S. Supreme Court conservatives lean toward allowing transgender sports bans

Arguments involve laws passed in West Virginia and Idaho; Trump backs states in crackdown on transgender athletes

Toxic lands in legal trouble

Actor Yash starrer Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups has found itself in the middle of a legal controversy, days after the makers unveiled the fi

Mark Ruffalo attacks Trump: Worst human being

Hollywood actor Mark Ruffalo recently attended the Golden Globes as a nominee for his performance in HBOs Task, but he wasnt feeling entirely cel

Actors Urmila Matondkar, Shabana Azmi and Richa Chadha attend the screening of Safia/Safdar in Mumbai

Actors Urmila Matondkar, Shabana Azmi and Richa Chadha attend the screening of Safia/Safdar in Mumbai, on Monday. (PTI)

Space Gen: Chandrayaan trailer highlights defining moment in Indias space journey

Jio hotstar has launched the trailer of Space Gen: Chandrayaan, a powerful, deeply human series inspired by real events that tells the untold sto

Bihar Cabinet clears decks for construction of Indrapuri reservoir project

Approves draft agreement to be signed between Bihar and Jharkhand; the move will further strengthen irrigation facility in eight districts of Bih

Nvidia H200 chip exports to China gets nod from Donald Trump administration but NVDA's 2nd most powerful AI chips require special review

Nvidia and the Chinese embassy in Washington did not immediately respond to requests for comment. U.S. President Donald Trump announced last mont

Rest of the world rooting for Gaganyaan mission, says Group Captain Prasanth Balakrishnan Nair

If successful, the mission will make India the fourth country to send humans to space,following the Russia, theUSand China.

Harsh orders needed to curb corruption in judiciary: SC