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Planning A 360-Degree Assault On Organised Crime: Amit Shah

New Delhi, Dec 26 : Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Friday launched two databases the Organised Crime Network Database and the Weapons Database

Vizag Police Recover Rs1 cr Worth Stolen Property

Police detected 53 cases and arrested 65 offenders

Rayalaseema Body Urges Agri Varsity In Kurnool District

Rami Reddy recalled that the Samithi had repeatedly represented to successive governments to establish the university in Rayalaseema, given the r

First paediatric endoscopic removal of bile duct blockage done at Thoothukudi hospital

The child was suffering from pancreatitis and obstruction in bile duct due to presence of cholesterol sludge and stone, a rare condition among ch

Wild boar menace discussed at length during grievances redress meeting for farmers in Coimbatore

Kochi Mayor was chosen strictly in accordance with KPCC guidelines, says Satheesan

The UDF had announced mayoral candidates in advance only in Thiruvananthapuram and Kollam, says Satheesan

Progressive Panel and Mana Panel Set For Clash in Chamber Elections

As this year marks the turn of the exhibitors sector to hold the presidents post, leading exhibitor D Suresh Babu is expected to contest for the

From universal township to national institution? The debate over Aurovilles INI tag

Parliament panel proposes Institution of National Importance tag for Auroville; Does the proposal signal deeper state control of Auroville?

Man Posing as Doctor Held in Kidney Case

Investigations revealed his involvement in at least 33 cases, including mobile phone thefts and frauds across Andhra Pradesh

UDF hands over chairperson position to IUML in Thodupuzha municipality

Under the new UDF power-sharing agreement, IUMLs Sabira Jaleel will serve as the chairperson for the next two years. The Kerala Congress (Joseph)

Mangaluru offers strong foundation for cost-efficient data centre operations, says study

Keralites gulped liquor worth over Rs 332 crore during Christmas

Thiruvananthapuram: The Kerala State Beverages Corporation (BEVCO) recorded a sharp surge in liquor sales during the Christmas week, with revenue

VSU Nellore launches e-vehicle for women students, faculty

Government creates 202 new posts for secondary care hospitals

'Jaanwargiri mat kariye': Kailash Kher stops Gwalior concert mid-way, lashes out at unruly crowd | Viral video

During Kailash Kher's performance at the Gwalior Mela Grounds on Thursday, the crowd turned chaotic, with some jumping over the security barricad

SDPI support to UDF in Kollam Corporation sparks political row

CPI(M) acting district secretary S. Jayamohan says UDF secured its victory by aligning not only with BJP but also with minority communal forces l

J&K | 16 Persons Detained From Drug Hotspots In Samba, Sent To District Jail

Jammu, Dec 27: Sixteen people were detained by police from drug-related hotspots in Jammu and Kashmirs Samba district on Friday, officials said.

Former ORHDC Chief Vinod Kumar Convicted Again in Vigilance Case; Tally Rises to 12

The Special Judge (Vigilance), Bhubaneswar, held Kumar and his co-accused guilty of criminal conspiracy, forgery and misappropriation of public f

Denied mayoral post due to lack of money, says Congress councillor in Thrissur

Laly James alleges that mayoral post was sold for cash, levels serious charges against party leadership and Niji Justin, who later took charge as

NRI Desk opened at CBI Kurnool branch

Dont make this year-end retirement mistake Vanguard says its draining savings fast

Retirement required minimum distribution 2025: Retirees aged 73 and older must take required minimum distributions (RMDs) from retirement account

Rashid Ullampilly in Thrikkakara, Laiji Sajeevan in Eloor

The UDF has secured chairperson and vice-chairperson posts in Thrikkakara, Maradu, Kalamassery, Koothattukulam and Kothamangalam municipalities,

AP CID Busts International Cybercrime Worth Rs 20 Crore, Arrests 14

Vietnam nationals among 14 arrested in multi-state crackdown using fake local calls

Subrahmanya Swamy Kalyanam held atop Indrakeeladri

Rural development suffered a setback during YSRCPs tenure, alleges TDP MLC

Alapati Rajendra Prasad accuses former Chief Minister Y.S. Jagan Mohan Reddy of diverting funds meant for village development and running a paral

Students narrowly escape mishap at birthday celebration of Telangana CMs advisor

Hyderabad: A group of school students narrowly escaped a major accident after sparks flew onto them during the birthday celebration of Telangana

Water level in Papanasam dam stands at 127.90 feet

Thar Desert could expand up to Delhi, warns Sachin Pilot over threat to Aravalli hills

Sachin Pilot joins NSUIs Save Aravalli march, slams Centres new definition that leaves 90% of hills unprotected

Alleged CLAT 2026 question paper leak surfaces on Telegram; aspirants demand investigation

Koppal: Head Master's Gesture Turns Aeroplane Dreams Into Reality for 24 Students

The air journey was flagged off at Jindal Airport in Toranagallu by MP Rajashekar Hitnal, who praised the headmasters dedication to rural educati

Jammu Railway Division To Run Special Trains For Six Days To Ease New Year Rush

Jammu, Dec 26 : The Jammu railway division will operate special reserved train services for six days from Saturday between New Delhi and Shri Mat

Social Security on verge of bankruptcy and will there be benefit cuts soon? Here's current situation, how to prepare for cuts and when benefits may fall

Social Security is facing financial challenges that may reduce benefits by 2033. Workers and retirees need to prepare for possible cuts. Strategi

Heres how can you can elevate your cocktail lounge for a party, this New Years Eve

From elaborate drinks trolleys to island bars, sophisticated LED lighting to mixed media bar stools, there is an aesthetic spirit station for eve

UDF secures power in all six municipalities in Kottayam

21-year-old Diya Binu Pulikkakandam who was elected chairperson of the Pala municipality becomes one of the youngest municipal chairpersons in th

Indian Railways plan to double originating train capacity in 48 major cities by 2030: Ministry

The Railway Ministry added that the current infrastructure needs to be augmented so as to meet the requirements of the upcoming years

Vijay Hazare Trophy: Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma close season on a high as Delhi, Mumbai register wins

In the Vijay Hazare Trophy, Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma signed off the season on a high as Delhi and Mumbai registered convincing wins. The seni

Madurai man loses 68 lakh to threat of digital arrest

CAT Result 2025: Check full list of toppers, know complete IIM admission process

The IIM Kozhikode released the CAT 2025 result, and candidates can check their CAT result by visiting the official website of CAT 2025. The exam

Officials instructed to be alert against drug use during New Year celebrations

One killed in multiple-vehicle collision in Salem

Nagapattinam police seize 140 kg of ganja, four arrested

External Affairs Minister Jaishankar to inaugurate Shaastra 2026 at IIT Madras

The student-managed event, to be held from January 2 to 6 next year, is expected to draw over 80,000 visitors

IVRS Calls Reach 2.5 Lakh Pregnant Women, Lactating Mothers

Veerapandian said the programme is being implemented at the national level by the Centre in 13 languages, including Telugu. While phone numbers m

Your first Social Security check in 2026: How the 2.8% Social Security COLA changes monthly checks?

Millions of seniors will see a 2.8% COLA increase in their 2026 Social Security checks. This adds roughly $56 monthly to average retirement benef

Here are some late-night services ensuring party-goers a safe journey to their homes

Drunk driving, once a way to be seen as cool, has become more socially unacceptable than ever before, prompting a rise in late-night services tha

473 full-service Aadhaar centres from September 2026: UIDAI CEO

UIDAI CEO Bhuvnesh Kumar says there are 88 full-fledged Aadhaar centres in India, the new centres will help adult applicants who at times have to

KGMOA protests against change CHC timings

A government order issued on December 20 says the CHCs should function from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. The current timing is 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Mission 45 gives impetus to SSLC examination preparation in DK, Udupi districts

Former policeman gets three-year jail term in a bribery case after 16 years

Winter Carnival signals tourism revival in Pahalgam after April terror attack

The April 22 attack dealt a severe blow to Kashmirs promising tourist season, with safety fears keeping visitors away and leaving the Valley in a

$600 mobile bills in New York: NRI visits home after 8 years; viralpost praises Indias growth and affordability

An NRI's viral post highlights a New York friend's surprise at India's rapid growth and affordability, particularly in healthcare, transport, and

Watch: Tamil Nadu fisherfolk mark 21 years since devastating 2004 tsunami

Families of tsunami victims gathered along Tamil Nadus coast to mark 21 years since the 2004 disaster that claimed more than 8,000 lives in the S

JP Nadda Urges Andhra Govt To Adopt PPP Model For Healthcare Infra Expansion

Nadda has called upon the Government of Andhra Pradesh to extensively adopt the PPP model to accelerate the expansion of healthcare infrastructur

Heres why Noaki Urasawa and Hirokazu Kore-edas Monster should be on your watch list

How two stories named for a nightmare peel back polite veneers to expose a rot of moralities and the base human instinct to reach for tenderness

Think your 401(k) is safe? This error could derail your entire retirement

Many people think their 401(k) is safe, but one mistake can ruin retirement. Being too risky or too safe can both cause problems. Big market drop

Suspended SVU professor found dead in car near Alipiri

Circus brings thrilling novelty acts to Tiruchi

Video: Cop Injured After SUV In Nitish Kumar's Convoy Reverses Into Him

A senior police officer sustained minor injuries on Friday after a vehicle in Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar's convoy accidentally hit him.

Sindhu Anil elected chairperson of Pathanamthitta

A. Sageer of the IUML was elected vice-chairperson

Mark Zuckerberg gifts noise-canceling headphones to neighbors amid construction at his 11 homes

Mark Zuckerberg has gifted noise-canceling headphones to his Palo Alto neighbors. This gesture aims to ease tensions caused by years of construct

Congress alleges 112 crore kickback benefited former Prasar Bharati chief Navneet Kumar Sehgal

The Congress party questions PM Modis silence and also accuses UP CM Yogi Adityanath of shielding Sehgal

A.K. Hafeez assumes office as first UDF Mayor of Kollam

The transition signifies the end of a quarter-century of uninterrupted governance by LDF and a major realignment in the regions political landsca

Quote of the day by Marie Curie: 'I was taught that the way of progress was neither...'

Marie Curie's words offer a vital perspective on achievement. Her life demonstrates that significant accomplishments require patience and persist

CM Stalin inaugurates new projects worth 1,773.67 crore

He inaugurated a total of 2,525 completed projects and laid the foundation stone for 62 new ones. He also announced the creation of a new SIPCOT

Ready for a better year ahead? Experts weigh in on the habits to drop in 2025 and the ones to build in 2026

Want to improve your quality of living in the new year? We speak to experts from different fields to find out what habits to let go off in 2025 a

Bengali Actor Switches to TMC from BJP

Actor calls BJP stint a mistake, says inspired by Mamata Banerjees leadership

BAI Tiruchi holds Build Rock 2025 exhibition

Malaria now limited to pockets in Mizoram, Tripura as India nears elimination

Renovated library at Government Medical College Hospital in Vellore inaugurated

It is part of the hospitals initiative to strengthen academic excellence and fostering a culture of continuous learning.

Mehbooba Urges J-K CM To Send Ministerial Team To States Amid Attacks On Kashmiris

Srinagar, Dec 26: PDP president Mehbooba Mufti on Friday said there was a growing intolerance in the country and urged Jammu and Kashmir chief mi

Jayant Patil meets Uddhav Thackeray to explore NCP (SP)Sena (UBT) tie-up for BMC polls

MUMBAI: Senior NCP (SP) leader Jayant Patil on Friday met Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray here to discuss a possible alliance between the

Kolusu holds Praja Darbar, directs officials to resolve grievances

The Minister receives 16 petitions from four mandals at Nuzvid, warns of strict action against delays in grievance redressal

Global steel production down 4.6% in Nov 2025

Indias steel output went up to 13.7 mt, an increase of 10.8 per cent

'No conflict between science and dharma': Mohan Bhagwat explains how two are 'similar'; what RSS chief said

Rajasthan CM hits back at Gehlot over Aravalli remarks, says no tampering will be allowed

Rajasthan CM Bhajanlal Sharma alleged that it was during Congress regimes that extensive mining activity took place in the Aravalli area and ques

Congresss Molly Jacob elected Alappuzha municipal chairperson

Independent councillor Jose Chellappan elected vice-chairperson of the civic body

Additional AC three-tier compartment sanctioned for well-patronised Mettupalayam-Tirunelveli special train

Balloon-Like Object Found Lying In Agricultural Fields In J&Ks Samba

Samba, Dec 26: A suspicious balloon shaped like an aeroplane was found lying in agricultural fields near Path Seekers School in the Ramgarh secto

Moxys Bold, Playful DNA Fits Kathmandu Perfectly

Captain Subarna Thapa talks about blending Moxys global, playful DNA with Kathmandus vibrant culture, social energy, and evolving nightlife scene

Venkatagiri residents push to rejoin Nellore district amid reorganisation concerns

Kerala gets its first BJP mayor: Is the 'red fortress' collapsing? What it means for state assembly elections

Thermal power plants FY25 biomass shortfall due to supply challenges

Despite these systemic constraints, power producers have been actively working to improve compliance

CM to participate in CWC meeting today, likely to seek high commands nod for Cabinet reshuffle

The CWC meeting is unlikely to take up the leadership change issue; Siddaramaiah may place a request on appointment of a new KPCC president, acco

Video: Israeli Soldier Rams Vehicle Into Praying Palestinian Man In West Bank

An Israeli reservist soldier with a rifle slung on his back rammed an ATV into a Palestinian man who was praying on the side of a road in the occ

Rana Reviews Development Works In Poonch; Calls For Expeditious Completion

JAMMU, Dec 26: Aimed at accelerating the pace of development in Poonch district, Minister for Jal Shakti, Forest, Ecology & Environment and Triba

China opens world's 'longest' expressway tunnel in Xinjiang

China has opened the Tianshan Shengli tunnel, claimed to be the world's longest. This 22.13-km tunnel significantly cuts travel time through the

Injury scare in Vijay Hazare Trophy! KKR star rushed to hospital after 'freak' injury - Watch

A major injury scare unfolded in the Vijay Hazare Trophy after a Kolkata Knight Riders star suffered a freak injury and was rushed to hospital mi

Two Boys Injured After Electric Shock While Taking Photos On Train At Budgam Railway Station

Srinagar, Dec 26: Two boys were injured after receiving an electric shock while taking photographs atop a train at Budgam Railway Station on Frid

Pulse Polio drive: State exceeds target with 103% coverage

Andhra Pradesh CID busts international cybercrime racket, arrests 14 persons

In raids conducted in various States, the CID teams have confiscated 14 SIM boxes, 1,496 SIM cards, eight routers, seven cameras, 22 cellphones,