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T20 WC Squad: Gill Dropped; selectors call back Ishan Kishan and Rinku Singh

Taking a bold call with an eye to maximise impact over reputation, the Indian selectors on Saturday dropped Shubman Gill from the T20 World Cup s

G RAM G Bill: CM Omar Abdullah Says Burdening States Harmful, Questions Removal Of Gandhis Name

Srinagar, Dec 20: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Saturday said the amended MGNREGA bill is detrimental as the Centre has put t

Anti-Terror Ops Intensified Along IB Over Inputs On Possible Infiltration In Jammu

Jammu, Dec 20: Security forces have intensified anti-terror operations across the Jammu region following intelligence inputs about a possible inf

T.N. police warn public about new cyber scam involving USSD codes

Criminals impersonate courier or delivery service agents to fraudulently access citizens bank accounts and social media profiles

Courts will lean toward animals who are silent victims of commercial ventures: Supreme Court

The Bench deferred the hearing on a batch of petitions filed by the owners of hotels and resorts in the Nilgiris to January, saying the issue req

Mega Millions Winning Numbers: Did anyone win the jackpot last night? December 19 drawing details revealed

To play, participants must pick five distinct numbers from 1 to 70, known as the white balls, along with one number from 1 to 24, the gold Mega B

Shubman Gill omission from T20 squad: Bit short of runs at the moment, but he is quality player, says Agarkar

Suryakumar also did not read too much into his extended lean phase, and expressed confidence of rediscovering his explosive self well in time for

Six kids test HIV positive in MP hospitals

Satna: A routine necessity turned into a nightmare for six families in Madhya Pradeshs Satna after their children, already battling severe blood

Ram Pothinenis 'Andhra King Taluka' Sets Christmas OTT Premiere on Netflix

The film features a strong supporting cast, including Rao Ramesh, Rahul Ramakrishna, Murali Sharma, Satya, and Tulasi in key roles.

At least eight dead and dozens wounded in Russian strike on Ukraines Odesa port

Elsewhere, Ukrainian forces hit a Russian warship and other facilities with drones, Ukraines General Staff said in a statement

Uninhabited Caribbean Islet Blossoms Into Love Nest For Critically Endangered Iguana

Prickly Pear East Cay is one of five sites worldwide where the iguana is trying to make a comeback, success to scientists

Janma Shatabdi Nada Namana to celebrate Dilruba maestro D.P. Burdes birth centenary in Bengaluru

The event will be held at Shri Akhila Havyaka Mahasabha, #101, 11th Cross, 8th Main, Malleswaram

Pakistani Politician Nabil Gabol, who inspired Jameel Jamali's character in Dhurandhar FIRST reaction on film: 'role dabangg tha..., Indian agent Lyari aa jaata toh...', WATCH

Ranveer Singh, Akshaye Khanna starrer Dhurandhar is a blockbuster hit in India. However, it has not failed to make headlines in Pakistan. One of

Shah Rukh Khans son Aryan Khan wins big, makes his parents proud

Mumbai: Aryan Khan marked a major milestone in his career by winning his first award for his debut web series The Ba***ds of Bollywood. The young

Will End Maha Jungle Raj In Bengal; TMC Making People Suffer To Oppose BJP: PM

KOLKATA, Dec 20: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday lashed out at the Trinamool Congress in West Bengal, calling the states prevailing situ

Madhuri Dixit Brings Bollywood Magic to Laughter Chefs Entertainment Unlimited

Chefs' kitchen was suddenly turned into a stage of memories, songs, and fan admiration, where one of the biggest stars in Bollywood was being cel

Elon Musk's XAI company hiring Android engineers in US, UK: Check eligibility, how to apply, benefits and more. A complete guide

Do you aspire to work in world's richest man Elon Musk's xAI company as an Android engineer? Tesla and SpaceX CEO recently announced that his fir

Bharti Singh Welcomes Baby Boy While Shooting for Laughter Chefs Season 3

Bharti and Haarsh are already parents to a son and often speak about embracing parenthood with joy and humour.

Syria monitor says U.S. strikes killed at least five Islamic State members

The United States struck more than 70 targets at multiple locations across central Syria with fighter jets, attack helicopters and artillery, U.S

VB-G RAM G Bill: Why does Rams name irritate Congress, asks Madhya Pradesh CM Mohan Yadav

Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav has questioned the Congress party's stance on Lord Ram's name. He criticized their opposition to the Vi

9 high-fibre vegetables for weight loss and better overall health

Residents flag garbage dumping, sewage threat near Red Hills reservoir

Residents of Surapet have raised concerns about unchecked solid waste dumping along the lake, particularly near the Surapet water treatment plant

Man bloodied after being assaulted by Air India pilot at Delhi airport

Delhi: An Air India pilot allegedly attacked a passenger, leaving him bloodied after he used the staff-only security checkpoint with a 4-month-ol

India T20 World Cup Squad: Shubman Gill Snubbed; New Vice-Captain Appointed

Indian cricket team all-rounder Axar Patel was appointed vice-captain for the T20 World Cup 2026 while star batter Shubman Gill missed out.

What Father Of Hindu Man Lynched By Islamist Mob In Bangladesh Told NDTV

A Hindu man's lynching by an Islamist mob has renewed concerns for minorities as fresh violence grips Bangladesh after the death of a prominent a

Balochistan explosions target Jaffar Express, disrupt rail traffic in Pakistan

Explosions targeted two trains in Pakistan's Balochistan province on Friday. The Jaffar Express and Bolan Mail passenger trains were the intended

Cost Of Living And Inflation Concerns Remain Pressing For Americans : A New AP-NORC Poll

Health care expenses have become a major priority for Americans while going into 2026

7 arrested over mans lynching in Bangladesh

Dhaka/ New Delhi: Seven people have been arrested in connection with the lynching of a Hindu man in Bangladesh, the interim government announced

Four dancers explored the lesser-known facets of Tamil literature at Natya Darshan festival

Curated by Narthaki Nataraj, it featured Karuna Sagari, Archana Narayanamurthy, Sucheta Chapekar and Aniruddha Knight.

Chandrababu Naidu Launches Mustabu Programme

AP Chief Minister interacts with students, inspects sanitation works, reiterates commitment to childrens future.

BCCI Names 2026 T20WC Squad: Gill Dropped, Axar Appointed Vice-Captain

Surya Kumar Yadav will be leading the team for the upcoming World Cup, with all-rounder Axar Patel named as his deputy

YES Bank board member Rekha Murthy joins Rediff board as IPO plans take shape

Rediff.com India Limited has appointed Rekha Murthy as an independent director to its board as it prepares for a significant fundraise, potential

Like Many Holiday Traditions, You Must Go Easy On Indoor Celebrations

All indoor flames release chemicals that may cause respiratory problems

Snow, rain likely as Kashmir braces for 'Chillai-Kalan'

The local meteorological department has forecast a spell of wet weather on December 20-21, coinciding with the onset of 'Chillai-Kalan', which be

PM Modi unveils key connectivity initiatives, takes a hit at opposition in poll-bound West Bengal

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated two national highway projects worth Rs. 3,200 crore in West Bengal's Nadia district, enhancing connectiv

T20 World Cup 2026: Shubman Gill misses out as BCCI announces India squad

Axar Patel has been named as the vice-captain of the team. Ishan Kishan and Rinku Singh included into the squad

Hyderabad: HYDRAA reclaims 13 acres of govt land in Nizampet

Hyderabad: The Hyderabad Disaster Response and Asset Protection Agency (HYDRAA) on Friday , December 19 reclaimed 13 acres of government land wor

Fortis Healthcare buys People Tree Hospital in Rs 430-Cr deal

Fortis Healthcare has signed a pact to acquire the 125-bed People Tree Hospital in Bengaluru for Rs 430 crore through its subsidiary IHL. The dea

Modi targets TMC over infiltration, says Bihar results 'opened doors' for BJP victory in Bengal

Results from the recently-concluded Bihar assembly elections have opened up doors for the BJPs victory in West Bengal, Prime Minister Narendra Mo

Google Warns Employees Against International Travel Amid US Visa Delays

US tech giant Google has warned some employees not to travel abroad after learning that US visa re-entry processing at American embassies and con

Army jawan arrested for raping woman in Ranchi

The accused jawan is a resident of the Sarha police station area in Prayagraj district, Uttar Pradesh, and was posted with the 42 Medium Regiment

German Nationals Among Six Arrested in Rajasthan Religious Conversion Case

Sri Ganganagar, Dec 20: A German couple and four others were detained today in Rajasthans Sri Ganganagar district near the India-Pakistan border

Sreenivasan needed just two films to cement his legacy as a director

The renowned actor and scenarist solidified his legacy in Malayalam cinema with just two influential films that he directed Vadakkunokkiyantram

10 motivational quotes for students to ace their goals

PM Modi's chopper forced to return to Kolkata due to..., will now address Ranaghat event virtually, here's all you need to know

PM Modi arrived in Kolkata at 10:40 am and departed for Nadia. However, due to dense fog, Prime Minister Narendra Modi's helicopter was unable to

India T20 World Cup 2026 Squad Announced: No Gill, Captain Suryakumar Yadav gets Axar Patel as deputy, check full team list

India Squad for T20 World Cup was announced today. Suryakumar Yadav will captain India's 15-member squad for the T20 World Cup 2026, co-hosted by

No Glass Crystals In Amul Cheese: Company Issues Notice Refuting Viral Claim

Amul recently issued a statement challenging food safety claims about its processed cheese containing glass-like crystals. It explained what thos

ICMR Research Reveals Major Breast Cancer Risks In Indian Female Population

A new study conducted by scientists at the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) has decoded the specific risk factors for breast cancer amon

Police Bust Stolen Car Racket Linked to ASIs Son in Chilakaluripet Case

22 stolen vehicles recovered as probe deepens into fatal bypass accident that killed five engineering students

Over 8,000 candidates write home guard test in Sambalpur airstrip

Bhubaneswar: Sambalpurs airstrip in Odisha was converted into an exam centre, where more than 8,000 candidates appeared to compete for a limited

Santa Claus Gets Official Clearance To Fly Over Ireland This Christmas

The Irish government has allowed Santa Claus to deliver gifts to children on Christmas Eve. Ireland's Prime Minister Micheal Martin, in the Dail

Indian markets remain resilient raising Rs 9.7 lakh crore in H1 FY26: Report

As many as 122 new listings including 54 on the mainboard and 68 on the SME platform added about Rs 4.1 lakh crore in market capitalisation, the

HDFC Infinia users flag new Rs 18 lakh spend metric on rewards dashboard; clarity sought

HDFC Infinia cardholders have allegedly discovered an Rs 18 lakh annual spend tracker on the bank's rewards platform, raising questions about pot

YSRC 'Rowdies' Deserve Yogi Adityanath-Style Treatment: Pawan Kalyan

AP Deputy CM announced a massive water grid project, costing Rs 7,910 crore, spanning five districts

Two Chhattisgarh Based Ganja Peddlers Arrested In Bolangir

Police investigation is underway to ascertain possible links to a larger inter-state drug trafficking network

Video: Mahira Khan reacts to her smoking pics with Ranbir Kapoor

Mumbai: Celebrities and controversies often go hand in hand, with several incidents over the years making headlines and creating massive public d

Karnataka CM tussle: DK Shivakumar, Siddaramaiah await high command; to be summoned at perfect time

Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar stated that both he and Chief Minister Siddaramaiah are awaiting a call from the Congress high comm

Quote of the day by Heath Ledger: Everyone you meet always asks if you have a career, are married

Late actor Heath Ledger questioned societal focus on career, marriage, and homeownership. He highlighted that happiness is often overlooked in li

Creating suicide-safe campuses

While lessons from the IITs show that changes are achievable, the challenge is to make sure initiatives are consistent

ED Questions Jai Anmol Ambani for 2nd Day in Money Laundering Probe

New Delhi, Dec 19: The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Saturday questioned Jai Anmol Ambani, son of industrialist Anil Ambani, for the second con

SSC Releases Schedule For CGL Tier-2 Examination 2025, Check Details Here

SSC CGL Tier-2 Examination 2025: The CGL Tier-1 exams were conducted from September 12 to 26, with a re-examination on October 14, in computer-ba

Canada govt recalls 2 nut-related products in Ontario over possible Salmonella contamination; heres what you need to know about the warning

Canada has issued a recall for two nut products sold in Ontario due to potential Salmonella contamination. Arnie's All Natural Raw Mix Nuts and A

Nuclear Bill 'bulldozed' in Parliament to help Modi restore 'SHANTI' with 'once good friend': Congress

Parliament passed the SHANTI Bill this week. Congress alleges the bill was rushed to help Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The bill opens the civil

LG Chairs High Level Review Meeting Of Subordinate Departments Of Home Department

Jammu, Dec 20: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha chaired a high-level review meeting of Subordinate Departments of Home Department, at Lok Bhavan,

US very grateful, Rubio says as Pakistan considers troops for post-war Gaza stabilisation

Rhea Chakraborty at 33 considers freezing her eggs, calls it 'such a weird...': Know what it means

Bollywood actress Rhea Chakraborty recently opened up about considering egg freezing as she plans her future. Exploring the paths that lead to a

CBSE Organises Orientation For Hub And Spoke Schools, Check Details To Apply

The CBSE Hub and Spoke School Model orientation aims to enhance coordination, capacity building, and networking among schools on December 26, 202

Hyderabad advocates lodge complaint against Nitish for pulling doctors niqab

Hyderabad: A group of advocates and social activists has filed a complaint against Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar with the Balapur police, dem

Pep Guardiola Dismisses Manchester City Exit Talk

I always get asked this question, so sooner or later I will quit Manchester City, Guardiola told reporters

Skip Japan: This Winter, an Indian state is quietly stealing the spotlight with its stunning cherry blossoms

Discover India's own cherry blossom season in Nagaland and Meghalaya. Unlike Japan's spring blooms, these Himalayan cherries flower in winter, fr

ED questions Anil Ambani's son for second straight day in money laundering case

NEW DELHI: The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Saturday questioned Jai Anmol Ambani, son of industrialist Anil Ambani, for the second consecutive

Mayawati flags Bihar 'naqab' row; says CM Nitish should express regret, end controversy

LUCKNOW: Wading into the Nitish Kumar 'naqab' controversy, BSP supremo Mayawati on Saturday raised concerns over the Bihar chief minister recentl

Stan Wawrinka To Retire in 2026 After 24-Year Professional Career

Wawrinka, who turned professional in 2002, will turn 41 in March, capping a journey that transformed him from perennial underdog to giant-killer

THIS 23-year-old India star wins 'Impact Player of the Series' medal, not Abhishek Sharma, Varun Chakravarthy, his name is...

Team India continued their winning ways in T20Is with their eighth successive T20I series win, beating South Africa by 30 runs in the final T20I

Luigi Mangiones lawyers say Attorney Generals death penalty decision was tainted by conflict of interest

Luigi Mangiones lawyers contend that Attorney General Pam Bondi continues to profit from her work at Ballard Partners and, indirectly, from its

2 Popular contestants to exit Bigg Boss Telugu 9 finale next

Hyderabad: Bigg Boss Telugu 9 is all set for a thrilling finish as it heads into its grand finale on December 21, 2025. Hosted by Nagarjuna, the

Kodad Rural CI Suspended in Dalit Youths Custodial Death

The police department has also taken a serious view of the incident and placed Pratap Lingam under suspension while transferring Suresh Reddy and

Courts will lean toward animals who are silent victims of commercial ventures: SC

New Delhi: The Supreme Court has observed that courts will always lean in favour of animals, who suffer silently when their migration paths are b

Udupi-Chikkamagaluru MP Kota Srinivas Poojary demands greenfield expressway between Talapady in Dakshina Kannada and Karwar in Uttara Kannada

Raising the issue under Rule 377 in the Lok Sabha, the MP says existing four-lane Kochi-Panvel NH 66 has become highly congested resulting in acc

Companies cannot ignore environment under CSR, rules Supreme Court

NEW DELHI: In a significant ruling, the Supreme Court has said that corporate social responsibility cannot be separated from corporate environmen

Missing Hyderabad girl traced after two days

Hyderabad: A girl who went missing for two days has been traced and reunited with her parents in Hyderabad on Friday. The nine-year-old girl went

Goa Club Fire: Cops Seek Blue Corner Notice Against Co-Owner Who Fled To UK

Goa Police have started the process to secure a Blue Corner Notice against British national Surinder Kumar Khosla, an accused in the December 6 n

7 arrested over Hindu man's lynching in Bangladesh

The arrests were made during operations at various locations, and the ages of those arrested ranges from 19 to 46, it said

Aditya Dhar, Ranveer Singh's Dhurandhar Crosses Rs 500 Crore Mark At The Box Office

Dhurandhar's domestic box office collections have touched Rs 500 Crore, as it continues its impressive run at the box office, entering its third

ED Questions Anil Ambanis Son For Second Straight Day In Money Laundering Case

New Delhi, Dec 19: The Enforcement Directorate on Saturday questioned Jai Anmol Ambani, son of industrialist Anil Ambani, for the second consecut

Mohanlal effect strikes again: How unpaid cameo powers strong opening for Dileeps Bha. Bha. Ba at Kerala Box Office

Mohanlal did not charge any fee for his cameo performance in Dileep starrer 'Bha. Bha. Ba' which has received good response at the Kerala Box Off

'DMK opposed SIR from beginning as deleted voters belong to ruling party': TN BJP Chief Nainar Nagenthran

Tamil Nadu BJP chief Nainar Nagenthran on Saturday said the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) has opposed the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of e

Global Pecking Order Has Undergone A Significant Change: Jaishankar

Pune, Dec 20: The global economic and political pecking order has undergone a significant change and a number of centres of power and influence h

Kerala SIR: Citing inaccuracies in ASD list, political parties demand extension of SIR schedule

Demand comes on the heels of Supreme Court asking ECI to take a sympathetic view of representations seeking more time

Hope India and South Africa Are T20 World Cup Finalists Again: Shukri Conrad

India are the defending champions of the T20 World Cup when they co-host the tournament from February 7 to March 8 along with Sri Lanka, having d