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Union MinisterSarbananda Sonowal inaugurates and lays foundation stone for projects at Chennai and Kamarajar Ports

Internet, telephone cut off in Iran after protests erupt in Tehran

Internet access and telephone lines in Iran were cut out immediately after protesters took to the steets in Tehran on Thursday night, January 8,

Overseas electors, those temporarily away from Bengal exempt from in-person SIR hearings: CEO

A relative can appear in the hearing on behalf of the elector, a notice by the CEOs office said

Four arrested for cheating several on the pretext of arranging bank loans

Indian Ambassador to US Kwatra meets House Speaker Mike Johnson

NEW YORK, Jan 8 : Indian Ambassador to the US Vinay Kwatra met Speaker Mike Johnson at Capitol Hill, thanked him for his solidarity with Indias c

Preserving Wular Lake Govts top priority: Javed Rana

Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, Jan 8: Minister for Jal Shakti, Forest, Ecology & Environment and Tribal Affairs, Javed Ahmed Rana today reaffi

BSP condemns closure of Katra Medical College

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Jan 8: J&K unit of Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP), has strongly condemned the abrupt closure and withdrawal of MBBS per

The Raja Saab X Review: Prabhas' Horror-Fantasy Gets Mixed Reviews

Early reactions on X (formerly known as Twitter) raise a toast to Prabhas' screen presence while director Maruthi's direction is being given a la

DC Ramban reviews implementation of Mission YUVA

Excelsior Correspondent RAMBAN, Jan 8: Deputy Commissioner Ramban, Mohammad Alyas Khan today chaired a review meeting to assess the progress and

Centre focusing on growth of food processing, hopes for more steps in Budget: Chirag Paswan

NEW DELHI, Jan 8 : Union Minister Chirag Paswan on Thursday said the government has taken several steps to boost the food processing sector and h

Sri Lanka to inaugurate its Rebuilding Sri Lanka housing programme

COLOMBO, Jan 8 : Reeling from the devastation of Cyclone Ditwah, the Sri Lankan government will be launching its Rebuilding Sri Lanka housing ini

NHAI organises health check-up, blood donation camp

Excelsior Correspondent KATHUA, Jan 8: As a part of Road Safety Month initiatives, National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) organised a health

Dhaka suspends visa service in India, seeks US visa bond exemption

DHAKA, Jan 8 : Bangladeshs interim government on Thursday said it has asked its key missions in India, including at New Delhi, to suspend visa se

Passenger traffic at Mumbai airport grows 1.3 pc to 55.5 mn in 2025

MUMBAI, Jan 8 : Passenger traffic at Mumbai International Airport saw a modest growth of 1.3 per cent to 55.5 million during 2025 against 54.8 mi

Murders, other crimes have come down in city, say Greater Chennai City Police

Greater Chennai City Police Commissioner A. Arun said there were 105 murder cases each, reported in 2023 and 2024. In 2025, only 93 murder cases

Can't allow dogs to roam inside hospital wards: Supreme Court

U.K. PM Starmer, Trump discuss security and Russia deterrence in Arctic region

Mr. Starmer had said he stood with Denmark in its defence of Greenland, saying no one else should determine the future of the vast territory

After demolition, Sambhal to fine violators 75 lakh for encroachment

Minneapolis ICE shooting: Agent Jonathan Ross identified as investigation grows

An ICE operation in Minneapolis turned deadly after a woman was shot during enforcement action. The officer involved later drew public attention

Youth Congress cadre hang KTR effigy over Rahul Gandhi remark, he hits back

Youth Congress activists hung an effigy of Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) working president KT Rama Rao (KTR) in Telanganas Jangaon, on Thursday, J

Auto driver bludgeons passenger over loud music, sets body ablaze

Trump pulls US out of India-led solar alliance, key climate pact

Jonathan Ross military past, father and Iraq connection explained amid Minneapolis ICE shooting

Jonathan Ross military past, father and Iraq connection has come under focus after the ICE officer fatally shot Renee Nicole Good in Minneapolis.

City police investigating the assault on constable at Marina beach

Trump backs bill letting him slap up to 500% levy on India

Series of bomb hoaxes hits court work in 7 states

No RTO Visit Needed For New Vehicle Registration

The move, first indicated by transport minister Ponnam Prabhakar in May 2024 during an interaction with Deccan Chronicle, aims to simplify proced

Government Intensifies Crackdown On Spurious Cotton Seed Sellers Amid farmers' Crisis

The fake seeds smuggled from Maharashtra and Gujarat have low germination, poor yields, bollworm vulnerability, and need excessive herbicide use

Haryana seeks ICU CCTV feed to 'curb Ayushman misuse'

UN says U.S. has 'legal obligation' to fund agencies after Trump withdraws from several organisations

The 31 UN-related agencies include the UN's population agency and the UN treaty that establishes international climate negotiations

Denmark, Greenland Envoys Met With US officials Over Trump's Takeover Call

Denmark and Greenland's envoys to Washington have begun a vigorous effort to urge U.S. lawmakers as well as key Trump administration officials to

'Ashamed of you!': Trump explodes at GOP senators after Senate vote to curb his war powers

Who is Minneapolis ICE agent Jonathan Ross and has Renee Nicole Good shooter photo and social media profiles surfaced?

Who is Minneapolis ICE agent Jonathan Ross and has Renee Nicole Good shooter photo and social media profiles surfaced is now a key question after

Raid drama in Kolkata as Didi tails ED on I-PAC trail, cries vendetta

The Federal prosecutor accuses Newsom of fraud amid Trump crackdown

The Trump administration is cracking down on California fraud in homelessness and welfare programs. Federal prosecutors say millions in taxpayer

NPP failed in running GHADC, says Pala

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Jan 8: Meghalaya Pradesh Congress Committee (MPCC) president, Vincent Pala, has said that the NPP has failed on all fro

Ahobilam PHC Staffer Held In Rs 1 Crore Scam

DSP Pramod said a deeper probe was underway to ascertain the full extent of the misappropriation and to determine whether others were involved in

Group files complaint over encroachment of PWD road in WGH

From Our Correspondent PHULBARI, Jan 8: A West Garo Hills-based group has expressed frustration over administrative inaction regarding the illega

Over 300 vehicles penalised for tinted glass in EKH

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Jan 8: In an intensified crackdown, more than 300 vehicles have penalised in recent months for violating the ban on tin

Mining dept directs EJH DC to probe dynamite blast

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Jan 8: The Mining and Geology Department has directed the East Jaintia Hills Deputy Commissioner to conduct an inquiry

BJP launches campaign to trace 'missing' & 'absent' voters in UP

Adimulam Pulls Up Officials Over Protocol Violations

The MLA also expressed anger over the absence of officials from the electricity department, Roads and Buildings, and Panchayat Raj at the Praja D

Tourism growth: Call for new set of rural building bye-laws

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Jan 8: Centre Point Group Enterprise Managing Director Larsing M. Sawyan has stressed that the Meghalaya government sho

Complaint against illegal teer counters in West Garo Hills

From Our Correspondent TURA, Jan 8: Combined groups from Phulbari in West Garo Hills have filed a complaint to the Superintendent of Police again

SBI Shillong Branch to host centenary celebration

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Jan 8: State Bank of India (SBI) Shillong Branch will be celebrating 100 years of continuous banking service, marking a

DC Edit | Grand Alliance Wont Sway TN

What the BJP and the AIADMK forgot was that the pushy attitude could only help them make showy claims of spearheading a grand coalition but it co

11-year-old boy saves 9-year-old sister from leopard in Sangli

India likely to face 500% US tariff for buying Russian oil

NEW YEAR/WASHINGTON, Jan 8: US President Donald Trump has greenlit a sanctions bill that could impose 500 per cent tariffs on countries like Indi

19-year-old set afire in front of college

Govt gearing up to 'universalise' facial authentication for supplementary nutrition

Manash Ghosh | Yunus Mess: Can Tarique Tackle Dhakas Challenges?

The February election will be totally different from those in the past. The big question is if Tarique will measure up to the challenges he will

Foundation laid for new slaughterhouse in Saidapet

Emily in Paris Season 6 release update: When will filming begin and premiere happen? Here's cast members, story direction, production plans and what to expect

Emily in Paris Season 6 release update confirms that Netflix has renewed the series. The show will return in 2026. Filming is planned for Q2 2026

'Shame! Quit your job': Protesters clash with ICE agents after fatal shooting of Minneapolis woman

Hyderabad: Traffic advisory for Sankranti festival

Accordingly, moderate traffic congestion is expected at the Kacheguda and Secunderabad railway stations as well as major bus terminals.

Kerala Government Medical College Teachers Protest From January 13

The KGMCTA has been voicing demands such as removing anomalies in the pay revision order, clearing unpaid salaries and DA arrears, addressing tem

Supreme Court reserves its verdict on Justice Verma challenge

Two big Social Security changes are being considered in Washington heres what it means

Lawmakers in Washington are discussing two major Social Security changes. One plan could remove federal taxes on benefits, while another could ch

Foreign Delegates Visit Agri Horti Expo at Rashtrapati Nilayam

The delegates are undergoing training on scientific storage of foodgrains at the National Institute of Plant Health Management (NIPHM).

Avatar: The Last Airbender Season 2 release date, first look and what to expect update on Netflix: New cast members, official storyline

Avatar: The Last Airbender Season 2 release date, first look and what to expect update explains Netflixs plans for the next chapter. The story co

UP moves to attach assets of doctor accused of sexual exploitation, forced conversions

Bengal Governor Receives Death Threat, Security Tightened At Lok Bhavan

Security was tightened at Kolkata Lok Bhavan on late Thursday night after West Bengal Governor CV Ananda Bose received a threatening email statin

Ambernath netas suspended by Congress join BJP

Security Agencies Puzzled Over Disappearance of 30 Underground Maoists

There is no evidence to suggest that these individuals continued in the party and subsequently died, sources said.

Chris Redd opens up about SNL exit, addiction, and breaks silence on dating Kenan Thompson's ex-wife

Comedian Chris Redd opens up about his struggles with addiction and personal turmoil during his time on Saturday Night Live. He admits to having

Start-Up Vertical Inaugurated In Nizamabad

KREST is a start-up vertical under Kakatiya Sandbox, a non-profit organisation working for the economic transformation of north Telangana co-foun

DC Edit | India, Despite 7.4% Forecast In GDP, Still Can't Let Guard Down

According to the First Advance Estimates of Gross Domestic Product released by the National Statistics Office, Indias real GDP growth is projecte

INTUC Chief Unveils AP Electricity Employees Union Diary, Demands OPS Revival

He demanded immediate recognition of their contribution and equal treatment on par with other employees.

Lung cancer cases to rise sharply by 2030, says study

Hyderabad: Cyber Cops Arrest 43 Fraudsters in December

Investment fraud remains most used tactic to dupe people

Teen shooter accuses coach of rape in Surajkund hotel, FIR filed

EPS Rules Out Return for Sasikala, OPS

He also reiterated his firm stand against readmitting leaders who were earlier expelled from the AIADMK.

AP Cabinet Nod for Logistics Corporation, Rs.200-Cr MSME Boost

The Cabinet chaired by Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu cleared the construction of the AP Judicial Academy at Amaravati at a cost of Rs.165.3

NDMC plans 2,000 CCTV cameras, targets 100% renewable energy by 2028

Intervention shows she has lot to hide: BJP

TGCSB Alerts Public About Sankranti Digital Fraud

Cybercriminals take advantage of heightened online activity and digital transactions to target unsuspecting individuals, director Goel said.

Amid oppn outcry, CPM questions Didi's role

Trump to 'kill' Ali Khamenei? US senator sends warning to Iranian leader amid violent protests

Graham's comments come amid heightened tensions following Trump's threat of an intervention in the protests in Iran. The US president had earlier

Didi slams ED theft, to hit streets today

Telangana HC Stays Complaint Filed by HYDRAA

The judge was hearing a criminal petition filed by Mallipeddi Madhusudhan Reddy seeking quashing of proceedings arising out of a case registered

Bengal Governor Ananda Bose gets death threat email; police on high alert

The matter has also been reported to CM Mamata and the Union Home Ministry

Louisiana homeowners can claim $10,000 in Free Money for roof upgrades Heres how to apply

Louisiana homeowners now have the chance to get up to $10,000 in free grants through the Louisiana Fortify Homes Program. Established to support

Thirupatanna Passed on Two Numbers to SIB

Speaking to the media after his deposition, Jaipal Yadav confirmed his mobile phone had been seized earlier. He claimed his interactions with Tir

Weather Forecast & Prayer Timings for Friday, January 9, 2026

Partly cloudy sky. Mist/hazy conditions are very likely to prevail during morning/night hours. Maximum and minimum temperatures are likely to be

Police Warn Against Burglaries

Police advised residents to install central locking systems on main doors, ensure windows and terrace doors are bolted, to avoid leaving newspape

After Manipur Blast, Civil Bodies Duel Over Questions On 'Buffer Zone'

Civil society organisations in Manipur are duelling with statements and memorandums over attacks on villagers who have returned home from relief

Single Agenda, One Leader for TD: Lokesh

Lokesh called for close coordination with in-charge ministers, MLAs and zonal coordinators, and directed TD leaders to conduct regular peoples du

Trump Says US Will Hit Iran Very Hard If Protesters Are Killed

US President Donald Trump on Thursday threatened to take severe action against Iran if its authorities start killing people who are protesting in

TMC, I-PAC challenge legality of ED searches, agency moves court against 'obstruction'

Ramchander: BJP to Contest Municipal Polls Alone

Ramchander Rao added that a state-level committee would be constituted to finalise candidates for municipal councillor and corporator posts.