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Centre sanctions financial assistance to give boost to semiconductor, electronics industry in Chhattisgarh

RAIPUR: The Centre has sanctioned significant financial assistance to promote the development of semiconductor and electronics industries at the

Minister urges Maharashtra MP to stop raking up border issue

Kannada and Marathi speakers are living like brothers in Karnataka, says H.K. Patil

Why SRK May Never Act With Suhana Again

For the actor, sharing the screen with daughter turned out to be far more demanding than expected emotionally, mentally, and physically leaving

Healthy habits and the holiday season: Tips for families to navigate eating, physical activity and sleep

Simple habits helps your family maintain healthier eating patterns and gives everyone a valuable chance to connect

Two killed in separate road accidents in Bengaluru

J&K's bad weather disrupts air traffic; 14 flights cancelled at Srinagar airport

Adverse weather conditions across Jammu and Kashmir disrupted air and road transport on Sunday, with 14 flights cancelled at Srinagar Internation

Kerala State Electricity Boards invites EoI for establishing public EV charging stations under PM E-DRIVE scheme

Power utility invites expressions of interest for operators under category C of the scheme for establishing charging stations on land parcels wit

The best of 2025: Gaming unwrapped

This year flipped the tables on gaming, where the best games came not only from the AAA studios, but also smaller independentmakers

More facilities at Kottayam medical college hospital soon set to open

India Opt to Bowl Against Sri Lanka in First Womens T20I

Kaur said she chose to bowl keeping the dew factor in mind.

Enthusiasm and fervour marks Jagans birthday celebrations in A.P., Europe

Grand celebrations held at the YSRCP central office in Tadepalli, while members of YSRCP Europe unit, along with supporters from the Netherlands,

Maharashtra MP says Belagavi DC illegally restrained him from entering district

Dhairyasheel S. Mane submits a complaint to the Lok Sabha Speaker even as Kannada organisations in the district condemn the move

Dog park inaugurated in the Nilgiris

Polio immunisation drive held across three districts

BJP emerges single largest party in Maharashtra local body polls as Mahayuti sweeps municipal councils

NAGPUR: Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Sunday said the BJP has set a record in local body polls with 48 per cent of councillors

Alarm Over Olive Ridley Carcasses Surfacing Along Vizag Coast

Fishing net entanglement kills turtles ahead of nesting season

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Loans, lost documents, and loss of houses: Residents face crisis after Kogilu Layout demolition

Government agencies demolished over 150 houses in Fakeer Colony and parts of Waseem Layout inKogiluLayout, Yelahanka, leaving around 500 people h

Fisherman killed in deep-sea fishing accident

Centre rejects mining push charge behind Aravalli definition

Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav told reporters in the Sundarban Tiger Reserve that the Supreme Court-approved definition will bring more tha

Tipra Motha to go solo in district council polls if Tiprasa Accord not implemented: Pradyot

Claiming that the Centre was willing to implement the accord, the TMP chief said certain leaders in the State appeared to be opposed to its imple

Save Aravallis to stop Delhi from becoming world's pollution capital: Akhilesh Yadav

Akhilesh Yadav, head of the Samajwadi Party, has taken a stand for the Aravalli mountain range, calling it crucial for the ecological integrity o

Quote of the day by Hippocrates on good health: 'Let food be thy medicine and...'

Hippocrates' ancient wisdom, Let food be thy medicine, remains profoundly relevant today. His emphasis on nutrition as the foundation of health h

Trump is leaning on son-in-law Jared Kushner for difficult diplomacy

Now, nearly a year into Trump 2.0, Trump's son-in-law Jared Kushner has been drawn back into the foreign policy fold and is taking a greater role

Umesh Moghe to launch Gen Z Grooves workshop series on Dec. 22

Magics custodian Kamaludheen steps up to next level

IND vs SL 1st Women's T20I: India opt to bowl against Sri Lanka in Visakhapatnam

India are playing their first match since winning the ODI World Cup in November

U19 Asia Cup Final: India receive runners-up medal from ICC official, snub PCB chief Mohsin Naqvi as he joins Pakistan celebrations

Awkward scenes unfolded after the U-19 Asia Cup final as India received their runners-up medals from an ICC official instead of PCB chief Mohsin

Situation in Bangladesh absolutely alarming for India; Pakistan can take advantage: Robinder Sachdev

Foreign affairs expert Robinder Sachdev voices alarm over rising anti-India sentiment in Bangladesh. He warns that foreign agencies, particularly

Jagans birthday cutout featuring KCR, KTR sparks political discussion

The cutout, installed near Tadepalli, close to Jagans residence, prominently displays the message Happy Birthday Jagannanna; cutout erected by a

'There is radicalisation': BJP minority morcha chief slams lynching of Hindu youth in Bangladesh; attacks Mamata Banerjee

BJP Minority Morcha National President Jamal Siddiqui condemned the lynching of a Hindu youth in Bangladesh, blaming rising radicalisation and al

TGCSB warns public against Chrome attacks and WhatsApp Ghost Pairing scams

Railways to prepare reservation charts 10 hours in advance

This is to inform passengers from remote locations about their reservation status and relieve them of anxiety, says South Central Railway officia

Delhi Airport flight cancellations today: 110 flights cancelled, over 200 delayed

Dense fog disrupted flight operations at Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport on Sunday. Over 110 flights were cancelled and more than 370

2-0 in 2025 elections, can opposition bounce back in 2026?

Following BJP's 2025 victories in Delhi and Bihar, 2026 presents a crucial comeback opportunity for the opposition. Key contests in West Bengal,

Nirmala stresses on AI, regulatory predictability for Viksit Bharat

She was chairing a high-level Chintan Shivir of the Ministry of Finance and the Ministry of Corporate Affairs at Hampi in Vijayanagara

90-day campaign to settle pending cases through mediation to begin from January 2

Climate change is global, action is individual, says Supreme Court Judge K.V. Viswanathan

Telangana: Police Stop Funeral After Wife Suspected in Gulf Returnees Death

The deceased was identified as Erpula Narsaiah, a Gulf migrant who had returned to his native village about a month ago to attend his sons weddin

Chairman of Supreme Courts Road Safety Advisory Committee inspects Bengaluru-Mysuru highway

Foodgrain freight train reaches Kashmir in logistics milestone

The rake comprised 21 wagons carrying around 1,384 tonnes of rice meant for storage, buffer stocks and public distribution across the Valley

Victory of team BJP; fought local body polls on development plank: Fadnavis

Devendra Fadnavis said that the BJP has once again emerged as the single-largest party in an election

Watch: Water tank collapses on house in Karur, TN

Two farmers electrocuted in Madanapalle

Telangana ACB raids Khammam RTO office, cash worth Rs 78K seized

Hyderabad: The Telangana Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) on Saturday, December 20, conducted a surprise check at the Road Transport Office (RTO) in

CEC Announces Special Intensive Revision of Electoral Rolls in Telangana

On average, each BLO in Telangana is expected to handle around 930 voters during the revision process.

Congress indulging in anti-national activities, wants illegal immigrants to settle in Assam: PM Modi

Addressing a public rally after unveiling a Rs 10,601-crore fertiliser plant at Namrup in Assam's Dibrugarh, Modi also alleged that the Congress

After long wait, TDB starts serving Kerala sadya at Sabarimala

Around 5,000 devotees participate in the free meal programme every afternoon, with a rotating menu of sadya and pulao on alternate days.

Trump set to expand immigration crackdown in 2026 despite brewing backlash

The Trump administration has taken aim at legal immigrants as well; Agents have arrested spouses of U.S. citizens at their green card interviews,

Advisory issued ahead of New Year celebrations in Hyderabad

Hyderabad: Ahead of Christmas, New Year, and Sankranti, the Hyderabad police issued an advisory on Sunday, December 21, urging the public to stay

Couple detained as video of differently abled boy being beaten goes viral

The video of the incident is said to have been captured in a school run by the couple in Navanagar of Bagalkot

Anakapalli gets state-of-art CCTV control room

Shikshana Nava Chetana award launched to recognise school-level innovations

Baby trafficking networks thrive despite repeated crackdowns in Andhra Pradesh

Recent arrests and rescues highlight how interstate gangs continue to exploit loopholes in the States child protection system

Australian Prime Minister booed as Bondi Beach attack victims honoured

Tens of thousands, including PM Anthony Albanese and other leaders, attended the memorial that was guarded by a heavy police presence, including

Not ready for responsibility: RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat on live-in relationships and how many children to have watch

RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat, speaking in Kolkata, voiced concerns about live-in relationships, deeming them an unwillingness to accept responsibility

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'Might change name': Congress taunts BJP over railways fare hike; slams increasing travel prices

Congress MP Ranjeet Ranjan criticized the Union government's recent railway fare hike, stating it will burden the middle and lower middle class b

Karaikal administration shifts weekly market after rains; modernisation plan proposed

District Collector visits the spot and interacts with shopkeepers and members of the public seeking their feedback on whether basic amenities hav

TGCSB alerts public on rising cases of Chrome attack, WhatsApp ghost pairing

Hyderabad: With an alarming number of rising cybercrime and online fraud cases, the Telangana Cyber Security Bureau (TGCSB), on Sunday, issued an

India vs Pakistan U19 Asia Cup Final: Minhas century powers PAK to 191-run victory over IND

Pakistan clinched the Under-19 Asia Cup title in commanding fashion against India, with Sameer Minhas leading the charge by scoring a staggering

Silver car of Swami Nellaiyappar Temple will be ready for worship in January first week, says Chief Minister

He never kept a deal: Rubio hints at aggressive US moves in Venezuela; Maduros days numbered?

Watch: Home Ministry increases reservation for ex-Agniveers in CAPFs to 50% | Explained

The Union Home Ministry has announced a major policy shift for ex-Agniveers, raising their reservation in Group C posts of the Central Armed Poli

School assembly news headlines for December 22: Top national, international business & sports updates

News headlines December 22: The Indian Visa Application Centre in Chattogram suspends services due to security concerns. In Maharashtra, the BJP

Top news of the day: VB-G RAM G Act formally replaces MNREGA; Railways announces hike in train fares effective December 26, and more

The major news headlines of the day and more.

City school organises 17th annual day

Three Years On, Kunaram ROB Still Incomplete, Chokes Traffic

The project, a joint venture of the Central and State governments with an estimated cost of 119.5 crore, began in October 2022 with a targeted co

Chinese Firm Gifts Renovated Flats After 5 Years Of Service To Retain Employees

The company went viral on local social media after it unveiled the plan to distribute 18 flats as an incentive.

T20 World Cup | Tilak will bat at No. 3, says captain Suryakumar

Suryakumar also underlined that India would prioritise fielding its best XI in the five-match T20I series against New Zealand rather than experim

After $17.5 Billion Bet, Microsoft Says India Moving From AI Experiments to Real-World Impact

Unmetered intelligence, human-supervised digital colleagues, and continuous skilling as the key safeguard amid big shifts will shape an artificia

Drunk Man Kills 4-Year-Old Son After Fight With Wife In UP's Bhadohi: Cops

An inebriated man allegedly killed his four-year-old son by repeatedly slamming him on the ground following a quarrel with his wife, police said

NYT Strands December 21: Hints, spangram and answers revealed for Sunday puzzle #658

Strands appeals to players who enjoy thematic puzzles rather than single-word challenges. Its blend of storytelling, spatial awareness and vocabu

'Confusion at state level': Mallikarjun Kharge on Karnataka CM row; defends Cong high command

Not Naqvi, India Receive U19 Asia Cup Runners-Up Medal From This Official

India failed to clinch a record-extending ninth Under-19 Asia Cup title, suffering a big loss to Pakistan in the final of the tournament.

Erratic power supply exasperates residents in Tiruvarur rural pockets

Consumers say power goes off four or five times a day and they are kept in the dark about the same; besides disrupting life this has damaged dome

Bihar CM Nitish Kumar on two day Delhi tour, likely to meet PM Modi and NDA leaders

An issue that may come up for discussion is the much-speculated entry into politics of Nishant, the only son of the states longest-serving Chief

BJP-Led Mahayuti Alliance Dominates Maharashtra Local Body Polls

With Leads In 129 Seats, BJP Emerges Single-Largest Party In Maharashtra Local Body Polls

Watch: Indian Railways announces passenger fare revision from December 26

The Ministry of Railways has announced a rationalisation of passenger fares, effective from December 26, aiming to balance rising operational cos

Captaincy a chance to improve leadership qualities but focus remains on playing well: Jarmanpreet

NDTV Health Leader 2025: From Gandhi's Vision To Policy Wins, How The Satavs Conquered Malnutrition, Infant Deaths

Dr Ashish and Dr Kavita Satav share how their work has been able to bring policy changes, not just in Maharashtra but also in several other state

Online friend booked for harassing married woman after offering financial help

Delhi airport incident: Air India Express issues show-cause notice to pilot, to set up external inquiry panel

Soon after the incident, the Tata Group-owned airline suspended the pilot for assaulting a passenger, and a show-cause notice has been served to

G RAM G Bill, Which Will Replace MNREGA, Gets President Murmu's Assent

President Droupadi Murmu has given assent to the Viksit Bharat-Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) (VB-G RAM G) Bill, 2025, an off

MGNREGA row: VB-G RAM G Bill gets nod from President Droupadi Murmu, set to become law

The Act replaces the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA), 2005, with a modern statutory framework that enhances live

Union Minister Kishan Reddy should bring funds to Telangana than writing letters: Congress MP Chamala Kiran

Stating that the BJP has not seriously thought about Telanganas future, Chamala Kiran Kumar Reddy said it was Kishan Reddys responsibility as a U

NYT Connections Answers December 21: Hints and solution for the Sunday puzzle #924 decoded

Unlike traditional word puzzles, Connections relies heavily on interpretation rather than spelling or definition alone. This makes each puzzle fe

Woman Cop Shoots, Injures Rape Accused Trying To Flee During Crime Reconstruction In Gujarat

Accused abducted daughter of construction labourer

Subsidy to be given for modernisation of powerlooms in Virudhunagar district

Haryana Private Universities Bill likely to be passed; to impact functioning of Al Falah University

CHANDIGARH: The BJP-led Haryana Government has tabled the Haryana Private Universities (Amendment) Bill, 2025, in the state assembly, outlining s