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Man held for snatching gold jewellery from elderly woman in Arani

NABARD Team Reviews Amaravati Works, Expresses Satisfaction

NABARD deputy general manager C.R. Abuvarajan undertook an extensive tour of various project sites in Amaravati and reviewed the status of constr

GSDP share as criterion for central-State transfers

GSDP share is a meaningful indicator of the accrual of central taxes at the State level

Justice Chandru launches distribution ofThe HinduYear Book to UPSC aspirants

Letters to The Editor January 9, 2026

Amit Shah reviews security situation in J&K

Union Home Minister directs security agencies to ensure the goal of terror-free Jammu and Kashmir is achieved at the earliest

Gold overtakes U.S. Treasuries as the worlds largest foreign reserve asset in 2026 can gold challenge the U.S. dollars dominance and hold its ground?

Gold overtakes U.S. Treasuries as the worlds largest foreign reserve asset in 2026: Gold has crossed a historic milestone. In 2026, it overtook U

Nationwide internet blackout in Iran as protests mount, watchdog reports

Internet access and telephone lines in Iran cut out after demonstrators join protest called by exiled crown prince

Top courts green governance, cause for uncertainty

The Supreme Court should protect the environment by disciplining the state back into regulation

The making of a Jallikattu bull

In Thottiapatti near Madurai, a hub for buying and rearing jallikattu bulls, economy is built around native breeds

TNPCB urges public to celebrate smoke-free Bhogi

Emergency alerts sent as UK braces for big storm

Britain faces a severe storm bringing dangerous winds, heavy rain, and snow. Forecasters predict significant snowfall in central England, potenti

Indian AI models should be distinct, promote indigenous content: PM

New Delhi, Jan 8:Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday underlined that the worlds trust in India is its greatest strength and stressed the nee

Fifty years: Chinese PM Chou En-lai dead

Stranger Things Chapter Nine is real or fake? Here's complete truth about Episode 9 rumors, Conformity Gate claims, fan theories, why fans do not accept ending

Stranger Things Chapter Nine is real or fake? This explainer breaks down Episode 9 rumors, fan theories, Conformity Gate claims, Netflix response

Israel strikes Gaza rocket launch site, ceasefire deal under strain

The military said the projectile did not cross into Israeli territory and that the launch site was struck shortly after ?the attempt was detected

Hell's Paradise Season 2 coming: Check release date, plot, and other details

Hell's Paradise returns for Season 2 on January 11, 2026, delving deeper into the island of Shinsenkyo. Gabimaru and survivors face the near-immo

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Keep J&K anti-terror ops in mission mode: Home Minister

Terror eco-system crippled in J&K Security forces praised Govt committed to lasting peace and end of terrorism New Delhi, Jan 8:Union Home Minist

BJP suspends three members in Thiruvananthapuram

The three were suspended for allegedly working to defeat the partys candidates in three wards of the Corporation in the recently held local body

11 FIRs lodged in J&K for illegally obtaining Govt jobs, visa frauds, forging documents

Jammu Tawi, Jan 8: Police have lodged cases of fraud, including for forging of documents to secure jobs, circulating fake government communicatio

Shrill reactions: Indias cricketing ties with its subcontinental neighbours

Indias cricket is being held hostage to political compulsions

Fake social media accounts of Jayanagar MLA used to cheat public; case registered

HSBC to pay 267.5 million euros in France over tax fraud claim

The $312 million deal with French financial prosecutors, which sees the bank avoid further prosecution, was approved by a judge at a Paris court.

Estonian Combing Machines Set To Rejig Chennai Beach Cleaning

The machines were purchased under the 'Namakku Naame' scheme to clean popular spots like Marina, Besant Nagar, Kottivakkam, Palavakkam, and other

Karnataka Cabinet Decides To Wage A Legal Fight Against MGNREGA Repeal

The resolution to fight repealing of MGNREGA was taken at a cabinet meeting in Bengaluru and briefing media persons about the cabinet resolve to

Googles AI inbox could change how you use Gmail heres whats coming

Gmail new features 2026: Google is integrating Gemini AI into Gmail, introducing features like AI Overviews to summarize long email threads and a

ED, I-PAC move Calcutta HC over raids linked to coal scam probe

The stage is set for a legal showdown as the Enforcement Directorate and I-PAC have filed a petition with the Calcutta High Court following recen

Russia says foreign troops in Ukraine would be targets after UK and France pledge post-ceasefire deployment

Russia has issued a stark warning that it will view any deployment of Western troops to Ukraine as a legitimate military target. This announcemen

1,200 repeat helmet violators identified in J&K

RTO data reveals Sgr tops list with 1051 Authorities give 7-day ultimatum to clear pending challans Jammu Tawi, Jan 8:As part of a major data-dri

New clashes hit Iran as opposition urges protests, strikes

Twelve days of protests have shaken the clerical authorities under Ayatollah Ali Khamenei already battling economic crisis after years of sanctio

Tamil Nadu Should Be on Top in Next Gens Technology: CM Stalin

Stalin said that Umagine was the proclamation of the States journey to the future and its triumph

Nr Railway extends Katra special train operations

Jammu Tawi, Jan 8:Northern Railway, Jammu Division, on Thursday announced the extension of services of Special Reserved Train No. 04081/04082 bet

LIVE | VP JD Vance & Karoline Leavitt hold press briefing over Minnesota ICE shooting

The Ashes aftermath Englands Test future at the crossroads

The line between carefree and careless often blurred, but not too many seemed to take notice, or be too bothered about it; it has happened far to

Supreme Court Revives 13 ACB FIRs, Sets Aside AP HC Order

Apex court calls HC ruling a travesty, gives six months to file final report

CS calls for stronger credit linkages, women-led rural enterprises

Chairs 9th Executive Council meeting of JKRLM Jammu Tawi, Jan 8: Chief Secretary Atal Dulloo on Wednesday chaired the 9th Executive Council Meeti

Home Ministry for talks with Ladakhi leaders in last week of January

The talks were last held on October 22, 2025

With 52-47 vote, Senate raps Trump on Venezuela, seeks to limit war powers

The Senate voted to debate a resolution limiting President Trump's war powers in Venezuela, a symbolic move against his authority. Meanwhile, Tru

Excise officers attacked by MDMA case accused

Mortgage rates tick up again, but still hover near their lowest levels of 2025

Mortgage rates in the U.S. moved up a little but remain low for 2025. This helps some home buyers save money on loans. Rates are lower than last

Row mirrors CM's 2019 showdown with CBI over ex-Kolkata police chief

West Bengal's Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee's recent visit to Pratik Jain's I-PAC office recalls the tense moments of the 2019 Rajeev Kumar case

Dept. of Posts to hold Pension Adalat in Chennai on January 19

Uniform Allowance sanctioned for Spl Security Force Personnel

Jammu Tawi, Jan 8: The Jammu and Kashmir Government has sanctioned an initial uniform allowance and annual renewal allowance in favour of personn

Gali Janardhana Reddy Flags Delay in Arrests of Bharath Reddy, Sathish Reddy

Janardhana Reddy said the police should have arrested Bharath Reddy and Sathish Reddy by now but were instead indulging in timepass

Stray Dogs Sense Fear, May Attack People Who Are Scared: Top Court

While continuing its hearing in the suo motu case on stray dog management in public spaces, the Supreme Court on Thursday remarked that dogs are

'Never Spoke To Umar Khalid In 5 Years': Sharjeel Imam On Delhi Riots Case

Activist Sharjeel Imam on Thursday concluded his arguments before a Delhi court against the framing of charges in the alleged larger conspiracy c

Indore Water Contamination Tragedy: Digvijay Demands Probe by HC Sitting Judge

MP Congress chief wants special audit of Indore water supply system

Four-day winter camp begins at Zoo Park

IPS Officer Visits Hotel Amid Nadda's Meeting, Sparks Mystery

The BJP leaders present there looked curious after coming to know about the cops quick entry and exit

Chennai Book Fair is a confluence of knowledge, says CM Stalin

Privatisation of Oil, Gas Production Making Wells in KG Basin Vulnerable

Aging wells, pipelines and private operators blamed for fires, leaks and pollution

Indian AI Startups Should Work Towards Global Leadership, Says PM Modi

PM Modi said the world's trust in India is its biggest strength and emphasised the need to ensure that Indian Artificial Intelligence (AI) models

Paramount again tells Warner Bros its offer trumps Netflix's

Warner Bros Discovery's board on Wednesday rejected Paramount's amended hostile offer that included a $40 billion in equity personally guaranteed

India Energy Week 2026 To Kick Off Global Energy Agenda in Goa

The event will spotlight nuclear, sustainable aviation fuel, hydrogen, renewables, LNG, petrochemicals, city gas services, and India Net Zero

FBI, DOJ exit cooperation on probe of ICE agent who fatally shot woman: Minnesota crime bureau

BCA cited lack of complete access to the evidence, witnesses and information collected

Build Young India Schools For Girls First, Says Revanth

Revanth Reddy asked officials to explore setting up solar kitchens at these schools under the Pradhan Mantri Kusum scheme

After NMC withdraws nod to MBBS course, Omar says government to accommodate selected students in other colleges

Olivia Rodrigo celebrates 5th anniversary of Drivers License with special vinyl and covers

Olivia Rodrigo is celebrating the fifth anniversary of her breakout hit Drivers License, the track that transformed her from a Disney icon into a

UN raises India's 2026 GDP forecast to 6.6%, pegs next yr's growth at 6.7%

India's economic horizon shines bright with projections of 6.6% growth by 2026 and 6.7% by 2027, as forecasted by the UN. This surge is fueled by

Last chance for an Amazon refund? Deadline nears to claim up to $51

Millions of Amazon Prime members in the US could receive up to $51 from a $2.5 billion FTC settlement. This refund is due to allegations of trick

MHA says talks in last part of January, Ladakh leaders hope talks will be on statehood, Sixth Schedule

Jaishankar: India, Europe can bring more stability to international economy and global politics

India's External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met with French counterpart Jean-Noel Barrot in Paris, emphasizing the strengthening India-Europe

Global summit of Tamil entrepreneurs and professionals begins in Madurai

Karnataka: Boy Missing After Play Traced Sleeping In Rocky Hollow Near Home In Gujjadi

On Wednesday, as usual, the boy went to school, returned home, and at around 6 pm, went out to play with other children near the Bengeri Naga Tem

Suggestions For Tejashwi Yadav, Including A Lalu Yadav Move, After Bihar Loss

Bihar's opposition Rashtriya Janata Dal, after two months of introspection into its crushing defeat in the assembly elections, has come up with a

Telangana Seeks Driving Training and Research Institute

According to the state transport department, Union minister Gadkari assured that the issues raised by the Telangana government would be positivel

Pulicat Festival To Promote Trekking, Eco-tourism

Officials said the event would be used as a platform to highlight Tirupati districts natural wealth, including its nearly 42 per cent forest cove

Anti-terror operation continues in Kathua, SOG trooper injured

Go Swadeshi: CEA V Anantha Nageswaran calls for urgent indigenisation amid global trade headwinds

The Chief Economic Adviser has spotlighted key industries such as semiconductors, defence production, and critical industrial chemicals for self-

India to grow 6.6% in 2026 on strong consumption, public investment: UN

The UN has upgraded India's economic growth projection to 6.6% for 2026, citing resilient private consumption and strong public investment. Polic

Andhra Pradesh: CJ Lauds Justice Mallikarjuna Raos Service

Chief Justice said the judge discharged his duties with dedication and without controversy

India faces heat as Trump okays 500% tariff on countries buying Russian oil

This bill would give President tremendous leverage against countries like China, India, Brazil to incentivise them to stop buying cheap Russian o

Macron blasts Trump: America is abandoning its allies amid Greenland row

DNA TV Show: ED vs CM Mamata Banerjee in West Bengal

Shortly after the raids, the Mamata government swung into action. During this time, there was a heated exchange between the CM and the ED officia

7 RSS-BJP Activists Get Life Term in 2008 CPM Leader Murder Case

The case pertains to the murder of CPM local leader Latheesh, who was hacked to death on December 31, 2008, at Thalayi near Thalassery, allegedly

0.1% Conviction In Corruption Cases Filed By Probe Agency ED Since 2015

Only eight or 0.1 per cent of 5,892 cases filed by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) under the anti-money laundering law between January 1, 2015,

UN predicts world economic growth to slip to 2.7% in 2026

Global economic growth is set to slow in 2026 before picking up in 2027. The United States economy is expected to see modest growth. China's econ

Will your 2026 tax refund change under new tax brackets as the IRS starts accepting 2025 returns January 26 nationwide?

New tax brackets 2026: The IRS 2026 tax season is expected to be one of the most unusual in years. The IRS will start accepting 2025 tax returns

Couple murdered in Dindigul

Ballari Clash Will Not be Handed Over to CBI, Asserts Home Minister

Kumaraswamy stated the Ballari clash as serious in nature which he felt needed an investigation by CBI sleuths

BJP not exerting pressure on AIADMK: Nainar Nagenthran

India to grow at 7.2% in 2025-26 with overall U.S. tariff impact to be offset, U.N. body predicts

While the U.S. tariffs could impact growth if they persist, several other factors such as demand from Europe and the Middle East could offset the

We took advantage of a slightly shorter boundary on one side:Nabi

Congress Picks Up Cudgels for Vijay

Party leaders slam Centre, fuel talk of possible CongressTVK political alignment

Deadline Gets Pushed Back, SLBC Tunnel Needs Three Years Of Work

The completion of the SLBC tunnel project will take longer than anticipated, pushing back the January 2028 deadline of the government by one more

MEO arrested for demanding, accepting bribe of 40k in Paderu

Amid tensions with India, Bangladesh temporarily halts visa services due to...

Foreign Affairs Adviser M Touhid Hossain's remarks came after Bangladesh's Deputy High Commission in Kolkata overnight restricted visa services,

Power Lines Delay Air Ambulance Landing In Madhya Pradesh, Pilot Hovers For 15 Minutes

An air ambulance sent to evacuate a critically ill patient in Madhya Pradesh's Dindori was forced to hover for nearly 15 minutes after the pilot

Amid Water Deaths, Indore Collector, Mayor Visit RSS Office, Congress Irked

A political controversy has erupted in Madhya Pradesh after Indore Collector Shivam Verma and Mayor Pushyamitra Bhargava visited the Rashtriya Sw