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Damien Martyn Discharged From Hospital, Recovering Well: Gilchrist

Martyn was admitted to Gold Coast University Hospital on December 27 after falling seriously ill and was placed in an induced coma

Additional Departments Allocated To IAS Officers In Ladakh

LEH, Jan 8: The Administration of the Union Territory of Ladakh has reallocated additional departments to senior IAS officers following the relie

Dr Jitendra Launches Karmayogi AI Classroom, Reiterates Rule To Role Governance Shift

NEW DELHI, Jan 8 : Emphasising that capacity building in government must be a continuous and role-oriented process, Dr. Jitendra Singh, Minister

ED Moves Calcutta HC, Alleges Mamata Banerjee Obstructed I-PAC Investigation

The ED's legal team highlighted the need for judicial intervention to ensure the agency can conduct its investigation without obstruction, citing

Principal Secretary Sanjeev Khirwar Relieved From UT Ladakh

JAMMU, Jan 8: The Administration of the Union Territory of Ladakh has relieved Sanjeev Khirwar, Principal Secretary, from his duties with effect

'You're out of order, goodbye': Mace clashes with Pressley at explosive Minnesota fraud hearing

AP Police Arrest 2 People, including YSRCP Functionary, on Defamation Charges

The police noted that claims were made that liquor was routinely being brought to Tirumala through the Alipiri toll gate, and photographs of empt

ICE shoots U.S. woman DEAD in Minneapolis; DHS claims weaponized car, Dems cry cover-up

JNU Slogan Row: Why Anti-Modi is Not Anti-National

Ghosts of 2016's 'Tukde Tukde Gang' bogey & calls to Shutdown JNU are again echoing across the digital landscape.

A titan in tears: Anil Agarwals gritty journey from Bihar to billions

Vedanta founder Anil Agarwal has renewed his promise to give away more than 75% of his wealth. This commitment follows the sudden death of his so

India's First Hydrogen-powered Train Trial Run Begins

The hydrogen train, developed by Chennai-based Integral Coach Factory (ICF), is a major step towards cleaner and greener rail transport in the co

Man hangs to death, family alleges mental stress from SIR hearing notice

Kolkata: A sexagenarian man was found hanging at his home in Uttar Dinajpur district on Thursday, January with his family claiming that he was un

Himachal High Court receives bomb threat email; security beefed up

Upon receiving the information, the bomb squad, dog squad and police reached the court. However, they did not discover any explosives within the

6 everyday foods related to poor circulation efficiency

Congress Spreading Lies About VB-G RAM G: Union Min Pralhad Joshi

Bengaluru, Jan 8: Union Minister Pralhad Joshi on Thursday slammed Congress for spreading lies about Centres VB-G RAM G that guarantees rural emp

Woman can abort pregnancy in case of marital discord, it's not an offence: HC

The Delhi High Court ruled that forcing a woman to continue a pregnancy violates her bodily integrity and mental health. The court discharged an

300+ Patents: Innovation Pipeline of a Technologist Who Sees Tomorrow

Patents related to predictive buying and AI-driven demand forecasting were filed years before artificial intelligence became a dominant business

Mamata Removed Evidence in Coal Scam Case against I-PAC Official: ED

The ED also accused Banerjee of subsequently proceeding to the I-PAC office in Salt Lake, from where she, her aides, and the state police forcibl

JPMorgan To Replace Goldman As Apple Card Issuer

Another win for CEO Jamie Dimon, who lead the bank as a dominant force in retail and investment banking.

6 factors that affect how fast your heart recovers after exertion

Heart rate recovery is a useful clue but not a verdict. Track how you feel, how quickly breathing settles and whether dizziness, chest discomfort

Mamata Benerjee took away key evidence during raids in coal scam case against I-PAC official: ED

ED said the actions of Mamata Banerjee and the Kolkata Police commissioner resulted in obstructions in the ongoing investigation and proceedings

Coal scam case: ED alleges Mamata Banerjee removed evidence during I-PAC raids in Kolkata

The ED claimed she and state police forcibly removed key documents and electronic devices, obstructing evidence-gathering.

Forcing woman to continue pregnancy violates bodily integrity, aggravates mental trauma: Delhi HC

Justice Neena Bansal Krishna said the petitioner-wife could not be said to have committed an offence under Section 312 (causing miscarriage) of I

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NYT Strands Answers January 8: Clues, spangram and hints revealed for Thursday puzzle #676

Strands is a daily word puzzle introduced by The New York Times and offered free to play online. Blending features of a traditional word search w

From smog to streets: How crop waste blamed for Delhis pollution could soon build roads

Delhi Pollution News: Scientists at CSIR-CRRI have developed a bio-bitumen technology converting farm residue into road material, a significant s

Turkman Gate violence: Six more held, total arrests now stand at 11

We have arrested six more people. So far total of 11 people, including one juvenile, have been apprehended, says Additional Commissioner of Polic

Standings, sanctions or stand-off: Bangladesh face tough call as ICC push scheduled matches amid Mustafizur Rahman row

Bangladesh face a crucial decision as the ICC push for scheduled matches despite the ongoing Mustafizur Rahman row. With points, penalties and po

After US, Bangladesh to impose tariffs on India? Yunus govt considers duties on cotton yarn imports

In a meeting held on Monday (January 5), the Bangladesh Trade and Tariff Commission reviewed cotton and cotton yarn imports from India and discus

After Selection Controversy, DYSS Orders Fresh Trial Matches for 48 U-14 Cricketers

Jammu, Jan 08: In a move aimed at ensuring transparency and regional balance, the Directorate of Youth Services and Sports (DYSS), Jammu and Kash

Jana Nayagan row: Tamil cinema rallies behind Thalapathy Vijay

Film personalities like Silambarasan TR, Ravi Mohan, Venkat Prabhu, Karthik Subbaraj, and Shanthnu Bhagyaraj have shown their support to Vijay

Delhi HC: Abortion is a womans choice; marital discord does not nullify rights

The judgment stressed bodily integrity, decisional liberty, and Article 21 rights, highlighting that women bear disproportionate social, financia

BIG move by Mukesh Ambani as Reliance ropes in Amitabh Bachchan as Brand Ambassador of...

The company has already expanded into a total beverages portfolio with the addition and development of Campa Energy drinks, and others.

6 reasons why your heart rate shoots up without exercise

Your resting heart suddenly feels like it's racing? Discover what's making your heartbeat quicken when you're sitting still, and when you should

Explainer: Why Has US Charged Venezuelas Nicols Maduro

The indictment details Maduro's alleged long-standing collaboration with notorious drug traffickers, asserting that he provided law enforcement c

Satire | Align your New Year energy

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ED alleges Mamata Banerjee removed key evidence in coal case

The Enforcement Directorate claims West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee interfered with a raid. She allegedly entered the home of an I-PAC

BJP promises no hike in water, property taxes for 20 years in Navi Mumbai

The Bharatiya Janata Party has unveiled its manifesto for the Navi Mumbai municipal corporation elections. The party pledges no increase in water

Seven RSS-BJP activists get life term for CPI(M) leaders murder

Kannur: A court in Thalassery here on Thursday sentenced seven RSS-BJP activists to life imprisonment in connection with the 2008 murder of a CPI

Shark Tank India 5: Gurgaon founder stuns sharks with 430 free flights and Rs 15 lakh jewellery using credit card rewards

Shark Tank India Season 5: Gurugram-based founder Ashish Lath impressed Shark Tank India Season 5 by showcasing how his AI platform, Save Sage, h

Supreme Court defers hearing on pleas challenging ECIs SIR of electoral rolls to January 13

A Bench headed by Chief Justice Surya Kant, which had fixed the pleas for hearing during the day, said it will resume the proceedings on Tuesday

India-US ties in turbulent times, each day a fresh challenge: Congress on Trumps new tariff threat

New Delhi, Jan 8 (PTI) The Congress on Thursday said the India-US relationship is going through turbulent times and each day is a fresh challenge

How Climate, Traffic, and Road Conditions Affect Car Maintenance

Climate, traffic, and road conditions dictate maintenance needs, requiring tailored service strategies to ensure long-term vehicle health and cos

Who Is Pratik Jain, the Political Strategist Now Under ED Lens

Jain is a co-founder and director of Indian Political Action Committee, better known as I-PAC, a political consultancy that works with parties an

Trumps Venezuela oil grab is pushing Chinese refiners to Canada

China's refiners, facing a cutoff from Venezuelan crude due to US actions, are now exploring pricier Canadian oil. Inquiries for Canadian supply

Congress leader alleges I-PAC acts as 'eyes, ears' of TMC, questions ED raid

I-PAC acts as the eyes and ears of the TMC. They are engaged in framing all sorts of strategies to ensure the win of the TMC, and for that, they

Campus of 2035: Attaining circularity in practice through sustainable education

Winter camp for kids in Visakhapatnam zoo

Visakhapatnam zoos Winter Camp turns enclosures into classrooms, offering children a close look at animal care, behaviour and conservation

Bramayugam Academy museum screening: Mammootty's folk-horror makes history in Los Angeles

Bramayugam academy museum screening marks a global victory for director Rahul Sadasivan as the film joins the Where the Forest Meets the Sea seri

Union Budget 2026: FM Nirmala Sitharaman to present budget on Feb 1? Know key sector expectations, income tax reliefs and more

In its budget expectations note, EY India said the government should adopt a forward-looking fiscal strategy that strengthens investor confidence

Supreme Court reserves verdict on plea of Justice Varma assailing validity of inquiry panel by Lok Sabha

Senior advocates for Justice Varma questioned the procedure for setting up the parliamentary panel and said only the Speaker of Lok Sabha and cha

ED Denies Political Targeting in IPAC Searches, Says Raids Linked to Coal Smuggling Case

In a statement, the ED said searches were being conducted at 10 locationssix in West Bengal and four in Delhiin connection with an illegal coal s

Telangana to conduct second edition of CMs Cup from Jan 17

Hyderabad: The Sports Authority of Telangana will conduct the second edition of the Chief Ministers Cup 2025, comprising competitions in 44 sport

Madhav Gadgils enduring legacy in the Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve

Gadgils and his students research in the Western Ghats, and particularly the Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve (NBR), laid the foundation for the recogni

Malaysia Open: Sindhu, Satwik-Chirag Secure Quarterfinal Spots

Former world champion Sindhu, returning after a long injury lay-off, defeated the eighth-seeded Miyazaki 21-8, 21-13 in 33 minutes

Stray dogs case: SC clarifies it has not ordered removal of all dogs from streets

In a pivotal ruling, the Supreme Court addressed the matter of stray dogs, emphasizing that their blanket removal isn't an option. The court high

Protests in Iran sparked by economic woes now nationwide, activists say

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates, January 8, 2026 (AP) Protests in Iran sparked by economic woes have now gone nationwide in the Islamic Republic, ac

Sankranti memories: How food, kites and village rituals shape festive nostalgia

Filmmakers, artists and writers recall how the harvest festival shaped their childhoods and continues to define home

Watch: PM Modi is a lion at home, a mouse abroad: Pawan Khera accuses govt of bowing to U.S. pressure

Smriti Iranis name included in Amethi voter list under SIR

Amethi: Former Union minister Smriti Iranis name has been included in the voter list of Amethi under the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) process

India-US ties in turbulent times, each day a fresh challenge: Congress on Trump's new tariff threat

India-US ties face new challenges as the US considers sanctions on countries buying Russian oil. A proposed bill could impose hefty tariffs, impa

Sri Lanka ropes in Vikram Rathour as T20 World Cup batting coach

Former India batting coach Vikram Rathour will guide Sri Lanka's batsmen. He joins the team as a consultant for the T20 World Cup. Rathour brings

Were the three big Kannada films The Devil, Mark and 45 worth the hype?

December 2025 saw a big box office clash in the Kannada film industry. Despite the pre-release buzz, and grand opening week celebrations by fans,

India and Germany on verge of $8 billion submarine agreement

Germany and India are likely set to sign a major defense deal worth over $8 billion. This agreement will see German technology transferred for su

Does This Video Show Man Slapping Gandhi Statue in Thiruvananthapuram? No!

We found that the video was actually from Kerala's Punalur.

Sarfaraz Khan hits fastest 15-ball fifty in Vijay Hazare Trophy, smashes 30 in Abhishek Sharma's over, but team still loses

Sarfaraz Khan Vijay Hazare Trophy: Mumbai's right-hand batsman Sarfaraz Khan smashed the fastest half-century in Vijay Hazare Trophy history, rea

Chennai hospital introduces advanced 3D technology for treating complex arrhythmias

Doctors from the hospital said that the newly launched technology enables precise and safer diagnosis and treatment of complex arrhythmias such a

Nepals Gen Z Protest Leaders Feel Let Down by Government They Ushered In

Despite the interim government's promises, protesters, including those injured in the September clashes, express frustration over unfulfilled com

Pakistan air force chief meets Saudi military leadership, discusses ways to expand military ties

ISLAMABAD, Jan 8: Pakistans air chief met Saudi Arabias top air force commander and discussed opportunities to expand military cooperation betwee

On flash floods in Indonesia | Green Humour by Rohan Chakravarty

Two Indians sentenced to death for drug trafficking in Kuwait

A court in Kuwait has sentenced two Indians to death on charges of drug trafficking, after they were caught with heroin and methamphetamine inten

Malaysia Open: PV Sindhu, Satwik-Chirag secure quarterfinal spots

In an electrifying display at the Malaysia Open, PV Sindhu has gracefully glided into the women's singles quarterfinals after a stunning win over

Dolby Cinema to superplexes, Hyderabad multiplexes are on an expansion mode

Allu Cinemas, expected to launch soon, and the expansion of Asian Cinemas and PVR INOX aim to tap into potential markets in an ever-expanding cit

Demolition drive resumes near Faiz-e-Elahi Mosque at Turkman Gate in Delhi day after violent clashes

U.K. supported U.S. mission to seize Russian-flagged Bella-1 in the North Atlantic

ED tried to seize TMCs internal data during raid at I-PAC chiefs house, alleges Mamata

KOLKATA, Jan 8: West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Thursday alleged that ED officials were attempting to seize TMCs hard disks, intern

Operation Sindoor Underscored Duty Towards Nation-Building: IAF Chief

New Delhi, Jan 8: Indian Air Force Chief Air Chief Marshal A P Singh on Thursday said Operation Sindoor reinforced the message that life is not o

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'Peaceful till CM came': ED's big charge against Mamata; raids linked to coal case trigger row

The Enforcement Directorate accused West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee of obstructing a money-laundering probe into a coal smuggling syndicate. The E

Hyderabad womans murder in US: Family says suspect still at large

Hyderabad: The family of Hyderabad-origin Nikitha Godishala, who was murdered in Maryland, United States, on December 31, alleged that the main a

J&K Govt To Adjust Affected Medical Students Through Supernumerary Seats: CM Omar Abdullah

JAMMU, Jan 8: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Thursday said the government will accommodate students affected by the closure of

The Raja Saab: Prabhas salary reduced; No, not Rs 150 crore now

Hyderabad: The Raja Saab, starring Prabhas in the lead, is currently one of the most talked-about films in India. With the much-hyped horror-come

APEDA launches initiative to boost agri-food, agri-tech startups, exports: Chairman Abhishek Dev

NEW DELHI, Jan 8: The commerce ministrys arm APEDA has launched an initiative to support agri-food and agri-tech startups, aimed at promoting inn

Bioengineering Centre for Lung Health launched at IIT Hyderabad

Hyderabad: The countrys first-of-its-kind Bioengineering Centre of Excellence for Lung Health was launched at IIT Hyderabad on Wednesday, January

FRAI urges Govt to reassess excise duty on tobacco products to safeguard small retailers interest

NEW DELHI, Jan 8: Federation of Retailer Association of India (FRAI) on Thursday expressed serious concerns over a steep increase in taxes of leg

'Pak citizen': FIR against UP woman for hiding nationality, securing govt job; dismissed from service

Hartek Power secures Rs 353.77 cr renewable energy contract

NEW DELHI, Jan 8: Hartek Power on Thursday said it has secured a major renewable energy contract worth Rs 353.77 crore for a solar project with

IPR firm KAnalysis Consultant expands presence in China

NEW DELHI, Jan 8: Intellectual Property Right (IPR) firm KAnalysis Consultant on Thursday said it has launched its operations in Shenzhen, China,