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American CEOs push back on Trump, cautiously

Business leaders are urged to defend free markets against government control. Many top executives are hesitant to openly criticize President Trum

19 Bills pending in Rajya Sabha, oldest dates back to 1992

Nineteen government bills are currently pending in the Rajya Sabha. The oldest bill, concerning population control, was introduced in 1992. Other

Amazon Business Republic Day Sale: What to Expect

Sale features discounts across laptops, industrial supplies, office furniture and bulk purchases for business customers

Sakeena Itoo Addresses National Technical Conclave On ISM At GCET Jammu

JAMMU, Jan 17: Minister for Education, Social Welfare, Health and Medical Education, Sakeena Itoo today remarked that Education is a powerful wea

Mamata Banerjee intends to turn West Bengal into Bangladesh, alleges BJP

Mr. Patra alleged that Ms. Banerjee is trying to stop the Special Intensive Review of the electoral rolls in West Bengal in an unconstitutional m

I would never contest as Sangareddy MLA again: Jagga Reddy

The senior Congress leader said he was deeply hurt that he was defeated despite Rahul Gandhi campaigned for him

Neck pain? AIMS surgeon explains why you should see a doctor instead of trying to fix it on your own

Neck and back pain are common, especially for office workers, often stemming from poor posture and prolonged sitting. Dr. Vishal Lapshia advises

I like Vijay Deverakonda, Says Sara Arjun

I like Vijay Deverakonda, although there are many other actors in my list, said Sara Arjun

Rashtrapati Bhavan Closed For Public Visits From January 21 To 29

The annual Republic Day parade, the Beating Retreat ceremony, is held on January 29 at Vijay Chowk close to the Rashtrapati Bhavan.

Police arrest digital arrest cyber fraud accused in Badvel of Kadapa district

Police arrested nine persons following intensive cyber forensics, banking intelligence and telecom analysis, leading to the identification and di

Priya Kapur files criminal defamation case against Sunjay Kapur's sister Mandhira Kapur Smith

The complaint, filed before the Additional Chief Judicial Magistrate, asserted that the impugned remarks contain false assertions, insinuations a

One investor took stock tips from Grok. What happened in an hour caught Elon Musks platform attention

A social media post claims a user's brother achieved significant, rapid profits in stock trading by following analysis from Grok, an AI chatbot.

Tagged Vulture from Maharashtras Melghat Found Exhausted in Vijayapura Farm

The tagged vulture, discovered in a farm in Gotyal village, was rescued by emergency services and linked to a wildlife tracking initiative aimed

EV maker VinFast plans three new models for India, to double showroom network in 2026

Electric vehicle manufacturer VinFast India is planning to introduce three new models and double its sales infrastructure in the country this yea

Polish Woman's 5 Tips For Tourists Travelling To India Viral: 'Forget About Stereotypes'

Dominika Patalas-Kalra, a Polish national, shares five practical tips for travellers to India, encouraging local exploration and open-mindedness.

Republic Day 2026: Rashtrapati Bhavan to be closed for public visits from January 21 to 29

Rashtrapati Bhavan's main building tour, Circuit 1, will be inaccessible to the public from January 21 to January 29, 2026. This closure is due t

Meet 6 Non-Muslims from Owaisi's AIMIM Who Won Maharashtra Municipal Polls

Three of the six non-Muslim candidates from AIMIM were from Sambhajinagar.

Beyond the badge: The unseen burden of independent Indian women

Modern Indian women are celebrated as independent, yet this often masks exhaustion from constant negotiation and performance. Once a thrilling di

Women, Know Your Rights: Manasi Chaudhari creates a room of candour on womens rights at Lit fest

Manasi Chaudhuri in conversation with Vidya Singh

Trending photos: Saif with newborn, Hanias pre-wedding and more

Mumbai: A new day, a fresh set of celebrity photos and once again, the internet is in full frenzy. Interestingly, the pictures currently flooding

The lotus across cultures, belief systems and art

At an illustrated workshop, curator Sharan Apparao traced the lotus as a civilisational motif shaped by observation, ecology and artistic transmi

U.S. envoy to meet head of Syrian Kurdish forces in Erbil: Iraqi Kurdistan presidency

The meetings come after clashes between Kurdish forces and the Syrian army in and around Aleppo in recent days

IND vs BAN: Vaibhav Suryavanshi smashes 72 vs Bangladesh, surpasses Virat Kohli in major U19 batting record

Vaibhav Suryavanshi continued his stunning form in U19 cricket with a brilliant 72 against Bangladesh, overtaking Virat Kohli in a major U19 batt

ICC U19 WC: No Handshake at Toss in India vs Bangladesh Match

After a delayed start owing to rain, India skipper Ayush Mhatre and Bangladesh vice-captain Zawad Abrar stood at the toss but there was no exchan

Several Indians Fly Back from Protest-Hit Iran in Commercial Flights

Ali Naqui, one of the returning travelers, shared that he and his group faced no difficulties during their stay in Iran, despite the tense enviro

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In Focus podcast | Why are specific acid attack survivors excluded from disability rights in India?

Madiah Shahjar speaks to us about the legal blind spots faced by acid attack survivors, and the push for inclusive disability recognition.

Royale Touche Helped Reframe Laminates in Indias Interior Design Market

Royale Touche gives clients exposure to global design trends

Tamil Nadu CM offers government job to top Jallikattu bull-tamer

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin announced a government job for the top bull tamer at the Jallikattu event in Alanganallur. The competition is

Tamil Nadu elections: AIADMK announces 2,000 monthly cash transfer for women, free bus rides for men

AIADMK general secretary Edappadi K Palaniswami has unveiled five major poll promises for the upcoming Assembly election. These include a monthly

Proposed Resolution In J&K Assembly Calls For Review Of Decision To Revoke Permission For MBBS Course To Mata Vaishno Devi College

Srinagar, Jan 17: Ruling National Conference MLA Tanvir Sadiq has submitted a resolution in the Jammu and Kashmir Assembly, calling upon the Cent

Day after Mahayuti victory in civic polls, Maharashtra Cabinet clears key infra and transport decisions

The cabinet, chaired by CM Devendra Fadnavis, also okayed the revised cost and the State's share for the Mumbai Urban Transport Project (MUTP-2),

Not just Mathura, Kashi, this UP town known for soorma and jhumka recorded as many tourists as Goa last year

Bareilly is experiencing a significant tourism surge, attracting over one crore domestic visitors last year, driven by the Rs 230-crore Nath Corr

Pakistans Punjab police arrest 49 terrorists of banned TTP

Punjab polices Counter Terrorism Department alleged that one of the terrorists arrested is a suspect working for an Indian spy agency, without pr

Maharashtra cabinet extends Atal Setu EV toll relief, clears key infra projects day post Mahayuti victory in BMC polls

The Maharashtra cabinet has approved several key decisions. These include extending toll exemption for electric vehicles on the Atal Setu. The Mu

Eco-battery startup Aloe Ecell raises Rs 3.5 Cr

Founded in 2018, Aloe Ecell operates in the primary battery segment and manufactures AA and AAA batteries using an aloe vera extract-based electr

Union Budget: CII seeks infrastructure, R&D push to sustain Indias growth

Industry leaders are urging the government to use the upcoming Union Budget for 2026-27. They want reforms in infrastructure, innovation, digital

Resort Politics In Mumbai Again: Shinde Camp's Big Move After BMC Results

Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde's Shiv Sena has started moving its elected representatives in Mumbai to a five-star hotel, a day after it eme

Kerala unit of Janata Dal (S) officially merges with Indian Socialist Janata Dal (ISJD)

The Kerala unit of the party, which is an ally of the ruling LDF in the State, had unanimously rejected the decision of its supremo H.D. Deve Gow

Not just Pakistan, no handshake policy extended to Bangladesh: India and Bangla U-19 skippers skip toss courtesy

A delayed cricket match between India and Bangladesh saw captains Ayush Mhatre and Zawad Abrar forgo the traditional handshake. This unusual mome

'Your fight is our responsibility': Rahul Gandhi calls for pan-India Rohit Vemula Act; Dalit scholar died by suicide in Jan 2016

Several Indians Return From Protest-Hit Iran In Commercial Flights

New Delhi, Jan 17: Several Indians, including students, have arrived here in commercial flights from Iran amid widespread protests in the Islamic

'God Willing, Will Have Our Party's Mayor In Mumbai': Uddhav Thackeray

Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray on Saturday said if God is willing, the party could have its mayor in Mumbai, remarks coming a day after t

'If America embraces Indians...': US lawmakers draw sharp IndiaPakistan contrast; reaffirm New Delhi as core partner

Senior US lawmakers emphasized India's central role in America's Indo-Pacific strategy, highlighting its importance for global stability and stro

If we dont have it: Trump issues blunt ultimatum to NATO over Greenland, US must acquire it!

India skips South Africa-led naval exercise as it's not institutionalised BRICS activity

The exercise held in South African waters comprised the navies of China, Russia Iran, Egypt, Indonesia, Saudi Arabia and the UAE among others

Office leasing, liquidity lift Real Estate sentiment in Q4 2025: Knight Frank-NAREDCO report

The 47th Knight Frank-NAREDCO Real Estate Sentiment Index shows the Current Sentiment Score rising to 60 in Q4 2025 from 59, while the Future Sen

4 Kg Charas Recovered, Three Arrested In Jammu And Kashmirs Budgam

Srinagar, Jan 17: Police in Jammu and Kashmirs Budgam district said on Saturday that they have recovered 4 kg charas (marijuana) in two separate

BJP Stuns NCPNCP (SP) in Pune, Pimpri Chinchwad; Ajit Pawar to Discuss Loss

BJPs sweeping win in Pune with 119 seats leaves Ajit Pawar-led NCP trailing at 27, signalling a sharp shift in urban voter sentiment

PM Modi at Malda rally: People of India, especially Gen Z, have reposed faith in BJPs development model

PM Modi sought to reassure refugees such as the Matuas, who had migrated to India after facing religious persecution, amid the ongoing controvers

Six children among 14 killed in road accident due to fog in Pakistans Punjab

Lahore, Jan 17 : At least 14 people, including six children, were killed when a truck carrying about a dozen passengers fell from a bridge due to

CM Revanth Reddy promises to fill more government jobs soon

Hyderabad: Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy on Friday, January 16, said his government will take up recruitment to more government jobs i

BMC elections: Won by betrayal, BJP wants to mortgage Mumbai, says Uddhav Thackeray

Uddhav Thackeray has vowed to see a Shiv Sena (UBT) mayor in Mumbai. This comes after the BJP-led Shiv Sena combine won the recent civic election

US, Pakistani troops conclude joint training exercise Inspired Gambit 2026 in Pabbi

Islamabad, Jan 17 : American and Pakistani troops concluded joint training at the National Counter-Terrorism Centre in Pabbi during exercise Insp

BMC poll results: Congress leader demands Mumbai unit chief Varsha Gaikwad's resignation

Varsha Gaikwad has come under fire after the Congresss tally tumbled to 24 from 31 seats it had won in the 2017 elections to the 227-member Briha

Syrian Army enters Deir Hafer town after Kurdish fighters withdraw

Hamima: Syrian government forces entered the outskirts of a northern town Saturday, January 17 morning after the command of Kurdish-led fighters

Ahead of Mardaani 3, Rani Mukerji seeks Bappa's blessings at Dagdusheth Ganpati pandal, credits Ganesha for completing 30 years in Bollywood

Rani Mukerji visited Pune's Dagdusheth Ganpati Temple to seek blessings ahead of her film Mardaani 3. The visit also marked her 30-year journey i

World Bank President Ajay Banga named to Board of Peace for Gaza redevelopment under Trump plan

New York/Washington, Jan 16 : Indian-American President of the World Bank Group, Ajay Banga, and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio are among the

HDFC Bank Q3 profit jumps 12% to 19,807 crore

Strong growth in core net interest and non-interest income, despite rising expenses from new labour codes, underscores HDFC Banks robust financia

LED mosquito: Hyderabads drone show leaves audience sorely disappointed

Hyderabad: The Hyderabad Drone Show, organised at Gachibowli Stadium on Friday, January 16, left audiences quite disappointed, with many dubbing

Ranga Rao Memorial School for Differently Abled Celebrates 37 Years of Empowerment and Excellence

Ranga Rao Memorial School for Differently Abled (RMSD), a free residential school for visually impaired girls, proudly hosted its 37th Annual Day

FAA urges pilots to exercise caution over eastern Pacific, citing military activities

Washington, Jan 17 : The Federal Aviation Administration has urged US aircraft operators to exercise caution when flying over the eastern Pacific

Infiltration Biggest Challenge For Bengal, Refugees Need Not Worry: PM At Malda Rally

Malda, Jan 17: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday mounted a sharp attack on the TMC government in West Bengal, alleging that large-scale in

Bengaluru Metro Costliest In Country Due To Fare Fixation Anomalies: Tejasvi Surya

Bengaluru metro travel now costs nearly twice as much as in Delhi, Mumbai, and Chennai, leading to a reduction in the number of metro users, the

Not Jasprit Bumrah or Mohammed Shami! Henil Patel reveals inspiration behind his match-winning spell against USA

Henil Patel stole the spotlight with a fiery, match-winning spell against USA but revealed his aggression is inspired not by Jasprit Bumrah or Mo

Collector inspects KGH, gets complaints from patients of staff demanding money for treatment

The District Collector advised the family members of the patients not to pay any amount to hospital staff and to immediately report any such dema

Indian Navy training squadron on port call in Singapore under Act East Policy

Singapore, Jan 17 : Ships of the First Training Squadron of the Indian Navy, INS Tir, Shardul, Sujata and the Indian Coast Guard Ship Sarathi, ar

Republic Day Parade: Delhi-NCR, nearby cities on high alert amid terror threat inputs on Khalistani, Bangladeshi outfits

India's intelligence has raised a red alert just two weeks ahead of the Republic Day citing possibility of attacks from Khalistani groups and Ban

SBI Ends GMU Kolkata Lease, Civil Society Calls on RBI to Intervene

Bank Bachao Desh Bachao Manch urges RBI to step in as SBIs Global Markets Unit lease termination raises concerns over regulatory integrity and lo

Claims of hot air balloon emergency landing in Hyderabad false; it was a controlled touchdown: Flight Safety Chief

RBL Bank Q3 net profit surges to 214 crore

Net Interest Income (NII) for the period grew 5%. The Net Interest Margin (NIM) was 4.63%

Ukrainian Delegation Arrives in U.S. for Talks on Ending the War

The upcoming negotiations in Miami represent a significant moment in Ukraine's efforts to secure peace after nearly four years of war.

Naidu, Pawan Lay Foundation Stone for Mega Green Ammonia Project in Kakinada

18,000-crore AM Green project to export green ammonia to Germany, Japan and Singapore, generating thousands of jobs.

JEE Main Admit Card 2026: Check direct link to download JEE mains session 1 hall ticket at jeemain.nta.nic.in, know release time

Candidates appearing for JEE Main 2026 Session 1 examination are required to download their hall tickets from the official website at jeemain.nta

A.P. liquor scam: ED summons former MP Vijayasai Reddy

Assault on democracy: Gehlot alleges 1,300 fake objections in Alwar draft voter roll

Mr. Gehlot alleged that similar attempts were made across the State but were exposed in time.

Old Video Falsely Linked To Recent Drone Sightings Along India-Pakistan Border

The video dates back to May 2025 and shows suspected Pakistani drones being shot during Operation Sindoor.

Did soft Hindutva hit Uddhav hard? Behind the setback of Thackeray brand in BMC

The Shiv Sena (Uddhav Balasaheb Thackeray) and Raj Thackeray's Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) combine had framed the BMC polls as a battle to s

Inaugural Global Economic Cooperation forum to held in Mumbai Feb 17-19

Mumbai will host the Global Economic Cooperation 2026 summit from February 17-19. This forum will bring together governments, investors, and indu

'Not even 5 percent of what he achieved': Manoj Tiwary hits out at Ryan ten Doeschate for comment on Rohit Sharma

Manoj Tiwary strongly criticised an India coach over a controversial remark on Rohit Sharma, stating the coach hasn't achieved even 5% of what th

Iran's Leader Khamenei calls Trump 'criminal' for causing casualties, damage, slander on Iranians

Iran's supreme leader Ali Khamenei said on Saturday that Iran considers U.S. President Donald Trump a criminal for inflicting casualties, damage,

Iran tensions easing, says Shashi Tharoor; cites halt to executions, softer US tone

Congress MP Shashi Tharoor noted positive developments in Iran, with cancelled executions and a toned-down US stance. He believes tensions are de

India's Gen Z Believes In BJP: PM Modi Cites Big BMC Victory In Bengal

India's Gen Z believes in the BJP's development mode, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said in Bengal today, citing the party's landslide victory in

Scientific, data-driven journalism key to fight disinformation, says N. Ram

India still has diversity in media ownership, but we also fare poorly in the World Press Freedom Index N. Ram, Rukmini S., and Samanth Subramania

Nutritionist-Approved Yoghurt Combinations For Everyday Health

Nutritionist Deepshikha Jain has shared a video on Instagram breaking down different yoghurt combinations and how each one supports a specific he

Bihu Attack Movie Review: Assamese cinema takes big leap, Dev Menaria delievers taut actioner with support of Arbaaz Khan, Daisy Shah, Rahul Dev

Asamese cinema, often known as Jollywood, is now ready to compete with the biggest of film industries in India, and Bihu Attack proves it. An ent

Pandit Kerekai Kamalakar Bhat Memorial Concert in Bengaluru on January 18

The programme begins with a vocal recital byKiran Kamalakar Bhat

Party had to split due to Sanjay Rauts actions: Sena spokesperson

Shiv Sena spokesperson Susieben Shah criticized Sanjay Raut for his remarks against Eknath Shinde. Shah stated Raut's actions caused the Shiv Sen

Scientists Discover What Lies Beneath Antarctica's Ice More Clearly Than Ever

Previously, scientists relied on ground-based or airborne radar to map the subglacial topography.

UP Board Introduces Mandatory Vocational Education In Class 9 And 11 From 2026

Singh said the initiative will help connect school education with employment by imparting practical knowledge and preparing students for future c