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Trump defends White House ballroom project

Washington: US President Donald J. Trump has said he is building a major ballroom complex at the White House as a private gift to the United Stat

Sunny Deol and Jyothika to feature in action thriller

The film is a collaboration between Ritesh Sidhwani, Farhan Akhtar and A R Murugadoss.

Ravi Tejas film with Shiva Nirvana titled Irumudi

Hyderabad: The makers of director Shiva Nirvanas upcoming film, featuring actor Ravi Teja in the lead, on Monday announced the title of the film

Forensic audit of Dharani to be held in all Telangana districts: Min Ponguleti

Hyderabad: Telangana Revenue minister Ponguleti Srinivasa Reddy on Sunday, January 25, announced that forensic audits would be conducted in the r

Myanmar pro-military party declares victory in junta-run polls

Union Solidarity and Development Party, which claims to have won, is described by many analysts as a civilian proxy of the military which seized

People ignore money, religion and caste while voting in Bigg Boss reality show, but not in elections to assembly or Lok Sabha

My vote, my right basic mantra of democracy, says judge during National Voters Day celebration in Belagavi

Watch: Republic Day: Delhi on high alert with AI, snipers, 30,000 police

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Real breaks help your mind reset.

R-Day Celebrations: AP Guv Abdul Nazeer Unfurls National Flag

Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu, Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan and others were present

Family, disciples of late folk dancer Vishwa Bandhu happy with his selection for Padma Shri

Bandhu is one of the three persons from Bihar whose names have been announced by the Central government for the Padma Awards

15 km traffic jam in Manali forces tourists to haul trolley bags on icy roads; watch video and photos

Thousands of tourists were stranded in Manali for a second day due to icy roads and unprecedented traffic, with exit routes severely impacted. Ma

Accelerators or incubators? A founders guide for India

Accelerators and incubators serve very different startup stages. Learn how Indian founders can choose the right programme and avoid instant rejec

Chilly morning, clear skies greet Delhi people on Republic Day

The city's air quality was in the 'poor' category with an air quality index (AQI) of 209

R-Day Celebrations: Telangana Guv Jishnu Dev Varma Unfurls Tricolour Flag

Telangana Legislative Council Chairman Gutha Sukender Reddy, Assembly Speaker G Prasad Kumar, Deputy Chief Minister Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka and s

R-Day: Mayawati calls for honest evaluation of governance

Lucknow: Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) president and former Mayawati on Monday greeted people on the occasion of Republic Day and reiterated her dema

Ice from winter storm leaves million customers without power in U.S.

Heavy snow was forecast from the Ohio Valley to the Northeast, while catastrophic ice accumulation threatened from the Lower Mississippi Valley t

Hyderabad: HYDRAA rescues workers stranded in Mir Alam Tank

Hyderabad: The Hyderabad Disaster Response and Assets protection Agency (HYDRAA) on Sunday, January 25, rescued nine workers stranded in the Mir

Meet Denmark PM Mette Frederiksen, Who Continues To Thwart Trump's Greenland Plans

As US President Donald Trump repeatedly revives his interest in acquiring Greenland, one leader has stood firmly in the way, Denmark's Prime Mini

Delhi court rejects bail plea of Army officer arrested by CBI in corruption case

Special Judge Gagandeep Singh was hearing the bail plea of Lt. Col. Deepak Kumar Sharma, who was arrested by the CBI for allegedly taking a bribe

Pahalgam terror attack victim among 56 awarded by Jammu and Kashmir government

The Jammu and Kashmir government has honored 56 individuals for their significant contributions. Adil Hussain Shah, who died saving tourists from

Abu Dhabi Backs Out Of Pakistan Airport Deal After UAE Leader's India Visit

United Arab Emirates (UAE) President Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan's surprise India trip seemed to have a ripple effect on South Asian geop

77th Republic Day: India and China are friends, partners, says Xi Jinping

The Chinese President referred to China and India as the dragon and the elephant dancing together

Trump, Vance Stalled Trade Deal With India: US Senator's Leaked Audio

The audio also highlights broader ideological cracks within the Republican Party, which was historically profree trade before Trumps rise

S-400 System, Used During Op Sindoor, To Be Displayed At Republic Day Parade

The S-400 had brought down five to six Pakistani fighter aircraft and one spy plane at a distance of over 300 km deep inside Pakistan during the

India's Space Achievements Takes Centre Stage In Google's Republic Day Doodle

Republic Day 2026: The doodle celebrates the achievements of the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) following a successful year of space m

Private Jet With 8 Aboard Crashes During Takeoff At US Airport Amid Winter Storm

The Bombardier Challenger 600 crashed around 7:45 p.m., and there was no immediate word on the conditions of those aboard.

Word of the Day: Metamorphosis

Metamorphosis signifies a profound transformation, not just a minor shift. This term, rooted in Greek, describes dramatic changes in living organ

IAF Agniveervayu 2027: Registration Begins For Four-Year Service, Exams On March 30-31

The Indian Air Force has opened applications for Agniveervayu Intake 01/2027 under the Agnipath Scheme for unmarried Indian men and women to serv

Republic Day: Delhi turns into a fortress with 30,000 cops, AI eyes and rooftop snipers

New Delhi is under a massive security blanket for India's 77th Republic Day. Over 30,000 police personnel are deployed across the city. The New D

Tata Steel Masters: Gukesh slumps to another defeat against Giri

On what turned out to be a tough day for Indians, Arjun Erigaisi found himself on the receiving end against Yagiz Kaan Erdogmus of Turkiye who pl

91-Year-Old Woman In China Slaps TV In Anger Over Unfair Treatment Of Favourite Characters

Her anger is so intense that she often slaps the TV. Liu says that one TV had to be replaced because of her anger.

TN Governor hoists national flag at Republic Day celebrations

CM M K Stalin distributed Anna gallantry awards to the recipients.

Republic Day 2026: Thousands of kilograms of explosives found in Rajasthan amid 26-26 intelligence terror alert

Rajasthan police seized 10,000 kg of ammonium nitrate and explosives in Nagaur ahead of Republic Day 2026, arresting one man. This seizure occurs

Canada has no plans to pursue FTA with China as Trump threatens tariffs, says Mark Carney

The Canadian PM was responding to U.S. President Donald Trumps threat to impose 100% tariff on goods imported if Canada went ahead with trade dea

Kavitha slams BRS leaders over Singareni tenders

Hyderabad: Telangana Jagruti president Kalvakuntla Kavitha on Sunday, January 25, accused leaders of the Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) of misleadi

'We remain vigilant to developments around Iran': IndiGo cancels flights to four cities till Jan 28

IndiGo has cancelled flights to Tbilisi, Almaty, Tashkent, and Baku until January 28 due to regional developments around Iran. The airline cited

Chiranjeevi Gifts Director Anil Ravipudi A Range Rover Sport

The film didnt just redefine Chiranjeevis box-office stature; it also became Anil Ravipudis biggest achievement yet, turning into a massive indus

Gurugram Man Arrested For Kidnapping Woman, Attempting To Rape Her

A man was arrested for allegedly kidnapping a 23-year-old woman and attempting to rape her in the Leopard Trail area of the Aravalli region in Gu

Exclusive: Malaysian Fugitives Turn Violent In Mumbai After UK Deportation

The three most notorious fugitives from Malaysia -- the members of a criminal syndicate targeted in Ops Jack Sparrow -- engaged in a violent show

Leopard kills toddler, elephant tramples elderly in Uttarakhand

Pauri: Two people, including a toddler, were killed in wildlife attacks in the Lansdowne area of Pauri district in the last 24 hours, officials s

Who Is Imaan Mazari, Pak Lawyer Jailed For Anti-State Social Media Posts

Imaan Mazari shot to prominence tackling some of the country's most sensitive topics while defending ethnic minorities, journalists facing defama

China's Xi says India, China are 'friends, partners'

Xi said China has always believed that being good neighbours, friends and partners is the right choice for both China and India

India, Canada hold talks on bilateral ties on Republic Day, says EAM Jaishankar

India and Canada held discussions on Monday. External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar spoke with Canadian Foreign Minister Anita Anand. They discus

Drugs Worth Rs 55 Crore Seized From Mephedrone Factory In Maharashtra's Satara

The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) has dismantled a mobile mephedrone manufacturing unit in Maharashtra's Satara district, seized drug

Tirupati: Instagram acquaintance turns crime; student booked for rape

Hyderabad: A 21-year-old BTech student from Badvel in YSR Kadapa district has been booked for allegedly sexually assaulting a 19-year-old woman a

Pahalgam terror attack victim honoured by J-K government

Jammu: The Jammu and Kashmir government has awarded 56 individuals, including Adil Hussain Shah, a victim of the Pahalgam terror attack, who lost

Felt Moral Obligation: Doctor Who Tried To Help US Man Shot By ICE Agents

The doctor - a pediatrician - whose identity has not been disclosed, recalled the horrific incident that he witnessed from his apartment.

India marks 77th republic day: Who are this years chief guests?

India celebrates its 77th Republic Day with a grand parade on Kartavya Path, showcasing military might and cultural diversity. European Commissio

Xi says India, China are 'friends, partners' in Republic Day greeting

Chinese President Xi Jinping conveyed greetings to India's President Droupadi Murmu. He stated China and India are good neighbors, friends, and p

Delhi Police on high alert with over 30,000 personnel, AI surveillance for Republic Day

New Delhi: The Delhi Police is on high alert with over 30,000 personnel deputed citywide in a multi-layered security net for the Republic Day cel

On Camera, Guards Attacked At Hyderabad Complex. They Blame Blinkit Workers

A group of Blinkit delivery agents and their associates allegedly attacked security guards after a dispute over an unauthorised entry at a gated

US security agreement for Ukraine is 100% ready to be signed: Zelenskyy

Vilnius: President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Sunday that a US security guarantees document for Ukraine is 100% ready after two days of talks invol

LIVE: India Marks 77th R-Day With Celebrations at Kartavya Path

The President of the European Council, Antonio Costa, and the President of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen, will attend as the Chie

Pakistan Players Called And Told T20 World Cup Plans On Hold. Their Reply

PCB chairman Mohsin Naqvi met Pakistan players and head coach Mike Hesson in Lahore on Sunday, shortly after the 15-member squad was announced.

Republic Day 2026: Parade timings, theme, flag hoisting time, chief guests, entry rules and how to reach Kartavya Path

2026 Republic Day Parade Timings: India will celebrate its 77th Republic Day on January 26, 2026. The main event is the grand parade at Kartavya

IndiGo halts flights to Central Asian countries till Jan 28

New Delhi: IndiGo has cancelled its flights to Tbilisi, Almaty, Tashkent and Baku till January 28 due to the prevailing situation in Iran. We rem

Naidu appreciates PM Modis recognition of Anantapurs community-led water initiatives

Amaravati: Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu on Sunday thanked Prime Minister Narendra Modi for highlighting the people of Anantapurs efforts in

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Padma Awards 2026: Mammootty, Madhavan, Prosenjit Among Honourees

Dharmendra's wife, actor-politician Hema Malini, said her husband deserves the honour for his immense contribution to Indian cinema.

J&K: Fresh Encounter Breaks Out in Kishtwar

The latest encounter began around 10.20 pm when a joint search party of the army and police was conducting operations in the Janseer-Kandiwar for

Jessica Pegula stuns her friend Madison Keys: American sixth seed dethrones defending Australian Open champion with straight set victory; all about her life, career and net worth

Jessica Pegula advanced to her fourth Australian Open quarter-final, defeating defending champion Madison Keys in straight sets. The sixth seed s

Australian Open 2026: Defending champion Madison Keys knocked out by Jessica Pegula

Pegula reached the U.S. Open final in 2024 but lost to Aryna Sabalenka. It will be her fourth appearance in the quarterfinals in Australia

RBI Office Attendant Recruitment 2026: Registration Open For 572 Vacancies, Details Inside

RBI is accepting applications for 572 office attendant posts until February 24. Exams are scheduled between February 28 and March 1, with selecti

Corner Office Conversation: Prashant Warier, Ankit Modi and Preetham Putha of Qure.ai

Israel intensifies operation in search for last hostage in Gaza

Nahariya: Israel said Sunday, January 25, its military was conducting a large-scale operation to locate the last hostage in Gaza, as Washington a

Private jet carrying 8 crashes at Maine airport

A private jet carrying eight people crashed on takeoff from Bangor International Airport in Maine. The twin-engine turbo jet Bombardier Challenge

Australian Open: Defending champion Madison Keys knocked out by fellow American Jessica Pegula

Jessica Pegula has defeated defending champion Madison Keys at the Australian Open. Pegula won the match in straight sets to advance to the quart

Snow Storm: More Than a Million People Without Power Across US

Bitterly cold temperatures were expected to linger for the next several days, which could complicate efforts to restore power and other infrastru

Keeping your spine healthy with small, everyday changes

The World Health Organization lists non-specific low-back pain as the leading cause of disability, outranking malaria, diabetes, and depression.Y

How ink, art and India came together in the Constitution

India's Constitution, now 76 years old, uniquely begins with art, not just law. 22 hand-drawn illustrations by Nandalal Bose and his team visuall

Republic Day 2026 Live: India celebrates 77th Republic Day today with grand parade at Kartavya Path

Republic Day 2026 Live: Indias 77th Republic Day celebrations at Kartavya Path will showcase the countrys democratic spirit, military strength, a

9,550 kg of explosives seized in Rajasthan, man arrested; Central agencies likely to get involved

Besides ammonium nitrate, police also seized a large quantity of explosive accessories, including nine cartons of detonators, 12 cartons and 15 b

Demand for vintage car museum seems justified

It will be excellent if a museum comes up and gives the public an opportunity to see these cars at any time at their convenience

Maduro raid: Trump says US used secret weapon to disable Venezuelan defences

Washington: President Donald Trump said the US used a secret weapon he called The Discombobulator to disable Venezuelan equipment when the US cap

Holding us all to ransom

The possibility of delivery workers going on strike again should be a warning that we need more apps that can bring products to consumers faster

'A historic bond': US extends greetings to India on 77th Republic Day

Marco Rubio said the US looks forward to working together to advance our shared objectives in the year ahead and mentioned the Quad to assert the

Breaking news live updates: Defending champion Madison Keys knocked out of Australian Open

Morning Digest: India to display military might, growth story at 77th Republic Day parade; Fresh security encounter breaks out in J&K, and more

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Rock climber Alex Honnold scales Taipei 101 skyscraper without ropes

Cheers erupted from a gathered crowd as he started climbing the 508-metre (1667-foot) tower using the horizontal metal beams to pull himself up w

PM Modi greets nation on 77th Republic Day, calls for stronger resolve towards Viksit Bharat

Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended greetings on India's 77th Republic Day, urging citizens to renew their commitment to a 'Viksit Bharat'. Gra

92-yr-old green activist among Padma winners

Kerala's Kollakkayil Devaki Amma, along with other 'unsung heroes' like Gambir Singh Yonzone and Hally War, has been recognized with Padma awards

Why Indianising foreign cuisine is unnecessary

Lastly, American rock climber Alex Honnold has proved that time is finite, as he climbed one of Asias tallest skyscrapers without ropes or a harn

Ukrainian sumo wrestler wins second straight title in Japan

Yavhusishyn, who is known by his ring name Aonishiki, became the first wrestler from Ukraine to win a competition when he came out on top at the

Republic Day: Flying Rafales, hypersonic missiles & Operation Sindoor tableau, what the 2026 parade will convey from Kartavya Path

India Republic Day: India gears up for its 77th Republic Day on January 26, 2026. President Droupadi Murmu will lead celebrations at Kartavya Pat

Indonesia landslide: Rescuers race to find dozens missing in Java

The landslide roared down the slopes of Mount Burangrang in West Java province on Saturday, burying some 34 houses in Pasir Langu village; 79 peo

Kargil hero among 2,241 JCOs to get honorary officer rank

Kargil war hero Subedar Major Sanjay Kumar, a Param Vir Chakra recipient, has been elevated to honorary captain for his distinguished service. He

Russia launches biggest aerial attack on Ukraine hours after talks

Overnight, Ukraines air force reported widespread missile and drone launches.In Kyiv, the strikes killed at least one person and injured four oth

Cathy Freeman receives highest honour: Former Olympic Gold medallist recognised in Australia Day Honours list; all about her life, career and key achievements

Australian Olympic sprinter Cathy Freeman receives the nation's highest honour, a Companion of the Order of Australia. This award recognises her

Goa nightclub fire case: Club generated Rs 22 cr as proceeds of crime, says ED

The federal probe agency conducted raids in Goa, Delhi, and Haryana on January 23 against Birch by Romeo Lane club and its promoters, including b