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Karnataka CM Decision Lies With Congress High Command: Parameshwara

His remarks come amid reports of a power tussle within the Karnataka Congress, with the Chief Ministership emerging as a contentious issue after

868 drunken driving challans issued on New Years Eve in Delhi

New Delhi: The Delhi Traffic Police issued 868 challans for drunken driving on New Years Eve, an officer said on Thursday. Special enforcement te

Telangana Student Dies in Germany After Apartment Fire

Hrithin Reddy had gone to Germany to pursue higher education. According to preliminary information, a fire broke out in the apartment where he wa

Refreshing and brave: Kritika Kamra on portrayal of Muslim community in The Great Shamsuddin Family

For actor Kritika Kamra, it was refreshing to see Muslims being portrayed as normal people in The Great Shamsuddin Family and without the convent

Maharashtra civic polls: NCP in talks with Shiv Sena over seats in Pune, Pimpri-Chinchwad, says Ajit Pawar

Elections to 29 municipal corporations in Maharashtra, including Pune and Pimpri-Chinchwad civic bodies, will be held on January 15, 2026, and vo

Most challenging part was to play authority: Vipin Sharma on Maharani 4 role

Actor Vipin Sharma says the most challenging aspect of his role in Maharani 4 was to convey authority as a politician up against Huma Qureshis ma

Centre Must Rebut Chinese Claims of Mediation: Owaisi

Normalcy in ties with China cannot be at the cost of India's honour or its sovereignty, he said

Congress slams Mohan Bhagwat over remarks on 'Hindu Rashtra', says his statement lacks action

Congress leaders Rashid Alvi and V Hanumantha Rao on Thursday launched a sharp attack on RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat over his recent remarks, accusin

Mega sporting events in the year 2026

From FIFA World Cup to T20 World Cup, Commonwealth Games to Asiads, the year 2026 will be a year of big-ticket sporting extravaganzas

Plastic recycling unit gutted in major fire at Thamarassery in Kerala

Factory sources said no one sustained injuries in the incident. A pickup van was also destroyed in the blaze

BTS comeback date confirmed; ARMY wake up to a New Year letter that feels 'deeply personal'

BTS comeback date: BTS has officially confirmed their comeback date for March 20, 2026, through a personal letter to fans, marking their return a

A look back at 2025 | The results of key global elections

At the beginning of 2025, we highlighted some important elections. What were the results? And what other regime changes were noteworthy?

Cricket calendar 2026: Here's full schedule of Team India

Team India gears up for a demanding 2026 cricket calendar. The year begins with a series against New Zealand. The T20 World Cup, hosted in India,

Fresh Snowfall Ushers In New Year At Kashmir Tourist Hotspots

Srinagar, Jan 1: Kashmir rang in the New Year amid fresh snowfall at popular tourist resorts and higher reaches of the valley, with the meteorolo

Most anticipated Hindi films of 2026: Alia Bhatts Alpha, Ranbir Kapoors Ramayana, and more

As Shah Rukh Khan makes a return after two years with the bloody actioner King, and Salman Khan wears the army uniform in Battle of Galwan, the y

Several dead in explosion at Swiss ski resort town Crans Montana: police

A devastating explosion rocked the popular bar Le Constellation in Crans Montana early Thursday. Several people lost their lives and many others

M&M auto sales up 25 pc in Dec at 86,090 units

NEW DELHI, Jan 1: Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd on Thursday reported a 25 per cent year-on-year growth in automobile sales at 86,090 units, including e

Several dead in explosion at Swiss ski resort town of Crans Montana: police

A police spokesman said the explosion took place at around 1:30 a.m. (0030 GMT) in a bar called Le Constellation, which is popular with tourists,

Tarun Garg takes over as MD & CEO of Hyundai Motor India

NEW DELHI, Jan 1: Hyundai Motor India Ltd on Thursday said Tarun Garg has officially assumed charge as its Managing Director & Chief Executive Of

Chess wars: Defiant Vladimir Kramnik sues FIDE for defamation in Swiss civil court

The exact cause of American Grandmaster Daniel Naroditskys death is not known but in his last livestream, he talked about being under immense men

IREDAs loan disbursements up 44 pc at Rs 24,903 cr in Apr-Dec

NEW DELHI, Jan 1: The Indian Renewable Energy Development Agency (IREDA) on Thursday posted 44 per cent growth in loan disbursements at Rs 24,903

Anthony Joshua Released From Hospital Following Car Accident

Joshua had been kept for observation at Lagoon Hospital with minor injuries following the Monday collision that killed two close members of his t

DGCA seeks explanation from AI for operating Dreamliner despite snags

Non-compliance with the Minimum Equipment List (MEL) for the flight operated on June 28 this year has also been mentioned in the notice

Massive explosion in Switzerland's ski resort town of Crans-Montana during New Year's eve, several killed, WATCH

Several killed after a massive explosion in a bar in the Swiss ski resort of Crans-Montana.

Thane municipal corporation elections: Opposition alleges bias by officials over rejection of nomination papers

The Opposition leaders alleged that the returning officer showed bias in rejecting the nomination papers of Sena (UBT), MNS, VBA and independent

Bombay High Court bars BMC from deploying court staff for civic poll duty

Urgent hearing held at Chief Justices residence after BMC letters to court staff; Bench cites constitutional bar on poll duty orders.

Nushrratt Bharuccha visits Mahakal temple, cleric calls it un-islamic

Mumbai: Actors and public figures often find themselves under scrutiny for embracing secular values or participating in festivals and rituals acr

Quote of the day by Anne Frank: 'How wonderful it is that nobody need...'

Anne Franks powerful quote, How wonderful it is that nobody need wait a single moment before starting to improve the world, continues to resonate

DGCA Issues Show-Cause Notice To Air India Pilot For Accepting Aircraft Despite Snags

New Delhi, Jan 1: Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has issued a show-cause notice to an Air India pilot amid safety concerns on fligh

Border 2: After demanding credit for Ghar Kab Aaoge, Anu Malik takes a U-turn, issues new statement: 'I'm genuinely proud of...'

Anu Malik issued a new statement hours after expressing his concern about getting credited for Ghar Kab Aaoge, recreated for Border 2.

Over 2,730 motorists booked for drunk driving across Hyderabad on New Years Eve

Two fatal road accidents reported in the Cyberabad and erstwhile Rachakonda commissionerates, though police clarified that neither was directly l

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Centre Must Rebut Chinese Claims Of Mediation Between India, Pak: Owaisi On Op Sindoor

Hyderabad, Jan 1: AIMIM president and Lok Sabha MP Asaduddin Owaisi has said Chinese claim of mediation between India and Pakistan is an affront

Dubai Court cancels Rs 367 crore fine for Indian businessman Abu Sabah

Dubai: The Dubai Court of Cassation has brought to an end the high-profile money laundering case involving Indian businessman Balvinder Singh Sah

North Korea's Kim hails 'invincible alliance' with Russia in New Year's letter

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has praised his troops fighting abroad as forging an invincible alliance with Russia in a new year's message, sta

Zohran Mamdani Sworn In: Here's a look at 5 MAJOR promises by NYC's first Muslim mayor, from rent-free housing to free buses

Zohran Mamdani was sworn in as New York City's first Muslim mayor, pledging bold reforms to tackle affordability. His agenda includes rent freeze

After Waiting 36 Years, French Football Fans Finally Have a Capital City Derby Again

A very local derby, too, with PSG's Parc des Princes stadium literally across the street from PFC's new home ground 44 meters away according to

Zohran Mamdani swearing-in: Meet Rama Duwaji, Syrian-American illustrator, wife of NYC's first Muslim mayor; popularly known as GenZ 'first lady' due to...

Zohran Mamdani has sworn in as New York City's mayor after midnight on Thursday, taking the oath of office at a historic, decommissioned subway s

Mahesh Babu To Inaugurate AMB Theatre In Bengaluru?

AMB Cinemas has plans to expand into Karnataka with plans to set up nine new theatres.

Nagarjuna Seeks Blessings of Shirdi Sai Baba on New Years Day

Nagarjuna, who famously portrayed Shirdi Sai Baba in the 2012 devotional film Shirdi Sai, said he felt truly blessed after the visit

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National Sports Governance Act comes into effect partially

The provisions being brought into effect relate to the establishment and governance framework of National Sports Bodies, including the National O

Delhi rings in New Year with chilly weather, 'very poor' air; light rain likely

Station-wise data at 8.30 a.m. showed the minimum temperature at 10.6 Celsius at Safdarjung, 9 Celsius at Palam, 10 Celsius at Lodhi Road, 9.9 Ce

BMC polls: 32 seats set for straight BJP-Shinde Sena vs Thackeray Sena-MNS fight in Mumbai

Congress and VBA on Wednesday (December 31, 2025) rejected reports of a possible rift within the alliance after 16 seats from the VBAs quota alle

Arms, large cache of explosives seized in Manipur's Kakching

Police said security forces are continuing search and area domination operations in fringe and vulnerable areas across districts

Numaish 2026: Visitors can finally sip Cafe Niloufers chai

We are officially into 2026, and a new year means a new edition of Numaish for Hyderabadis. Every year, the historic All India Industrial Exhibit

Too many digits: Elon Musk says he paid so much in taxes one year that it broke the IRS computer

Elon Musk, the world's richest person, pays taxes that vary significantly. His wealth is primarily in company stock, not salary. Large tax bills

Leftist Zohran Mamdani takes over as New York mayor under Trump shadow

Democrat socialist Zohran Mamdani was sworn in Thursday to take over as New York mayor for a term sure to see him cross swords with President Don

Seven die in Indore after consuming contaminated water

Seven people have died in Indore after allegedly consuming contaminated drinking water, triggering a diarrhoea and vomiting outbreak in Bhagirath

Cities around the world welcome 2026 with thunderous fireworks and heightened security

The world welcomed 2026 with grand celebrations. Cities like Sydney, Paris, and New York hosted spectacular fireworks and light shows. In Japan,

12 grapes under the table ritual: The New Years eve trend taking over 2026 promises love and luck? What you need to know

Eating 12 grapes under the table: The Spanish tradition where it is believed that if you under the dinner table shoveling grapes into your mouth

Uttarakhand: 88 injured in train collision inside Vishnugad-Pipalkoti tunnel

At least 88 people were injured after two loco trains collided inside the Pipalkoti tunnel of the under-construction Vishnugad-Pipalkoti hydropow

Desperate Pakistan attempts to amplify EAM's Dhaka handshake, pitches for talks to prevent any 'escalation'

Pakistan sought to highlight a handshake between its National Assembly Speaker Ayaz Sadiq and India's External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar in

Video: Zohran Mamdani takes New York Mayor oath on Quran

New York: Zohran Mamdani became mayor of New York City just after midnight Thursday, taking the oath of office at a historic, decommissioned subw

Rajnath Singh lauds DRDO scientists on 67th foundation day

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh extended greetings on DRDOs 67th Foundation Day, praising scientists for their commitment and scientific excellenc

Health and wellness horoscope 2026: Zodiac-wise dos and donts you shouldnt ignore this year

In 2026, planetary movements will influence the health and emotional well-being of each zodiac sign. The article details specific health predicti

BSF Hands Over Bangladeshi National To Police In Gajansoo Area

JAMMU, Jan 1: The Border Security Force has handed over a Bangladeshi national to the Jammu and Kashmir Police after he was apprehended near the

Spirit 1st poster: Triptii Dimri nurses a wounded Prabhas with a cigarette

Mumbai: Keeping his tradition of New Year unveils intact, filmmaker Sandeep Reddy Vanga released the first poster of his much-awaited next Spirit

How did the Opposition fare in 2025?

INDIA bloc saw a gradual breakup electorally through the year as parties remain united only on its opposition to BJP

Zohran Mamdani Takes Oath As New York's First Muslim Mayor

Zohran Mamdani has taken the oath as the new mayor of New York City at a historic ceremony at a decommissioned subway station in Manhattan.

Suspected Drone Drop Recovered Near LoC In J&Ks Poonch, BDS Called

Poonch, Jan 1: Security forces on Thursday recovered a consignment suspected to have been dropped by a drone from near the Line of Control (LoC)

Tarun Garg takes charge as MD & CEO ofHyundai Motor India; first Indian in 29 years

Mr. Garg, with over three decades of automotive experience, brings in the right expertise to lead HMILs second phase of growth inIndia, the compa

2026 festivals calendar: When are Holi, Diwali, Raksha Bandhan, Navratri and Chhath? Check full holiday list

India's 2026 calendar is a vibrant tapestry of celebrations. Major festivals like Pongal, Holi, Diwali, and Eid-ul-Fitr mark the year. National h

China's BIG statement on India overtaking Japan as world's 4th largest economy, says, 'true strength comes from...'

India has surpassed Japan to become the world's fourth-largest economy with a GDP of USD 4.18 trillion. Strong domestic growth and reforms positi

Extradition Of 26/11 Accused, Over 92% Conviction Rate Among Key Milestones Of NIA In 2025

New Delhi, Jan 1: The National Investigation Agency (NIA) secured a more than 92 per cent conviction rate this year, during which it also extradi

Normalcy in ties can't be at cost of sovereignty: Owaisi asks Centre to rebut China's mediation claim

AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi has asked the Centre to rebut the Chinese Foreign Minister's claim of Beijing's role in mediating the India-Pakistan

Indore water contamination case: Minister Kailash Vijayvargiya highlights extensive medical arrangements for patients

Indore water contamination case: The Minister further stressed that mostly people living in Bharirathpura locality belong to economically weaker

Air India Pilot Detained In Vancouver Over Alcohol Smell, Flight Delayed

Air India, however, in its statement, said that the pilot was detained after the Canadian authorities raised concerns regarding his fitness for d

Bird Flu Alert: Tamil Nadu To Step Up Surveillance Along Kerala Border

With a rise in avian influenza cases reported in parts of Kerala, including Alappuzha and Kottayam, authorities in Tamil Nadu have intensified su

US sanctions 4 Venezuelan oil firms, adds 4 tankers in Maduro crackdown

Washington: The U.S. on Wednesday imposed sanctions on four firms operating in Venezuelas oil sector and designated four additional oil tankers,

Zohran Mamdani takes oath as New York mayor in private midnight ceremony | LIVE

Over 860 Drink-Driving Challans Issued On New Year's Eve In Delhi

The Delhi Traffic Police issued 868 challans for drink driving on New Year's Eve, an officer said on Thursday.

Pakistan Amplifies JaishankarSadiq Handshake Amid Strained Ties

The brief exchange took place on the sidelines of the funeral of former Bangladesh prime minister Khaleda Zia, which both leaders attended.

Hyderabad Rings in New Year Safely, Zero Drunk-Driving Incidents Recorded

Strong enforcement, public awareness and citizen cooperation ensure incident-free celebrations, says V.C. Sajjanar.

868 drunken driving challans issued on New Year's Eve in Delhi

Special enforcement teams were deployed across arterial roads, nightlife hubs and residential clusters to curb drunk driving, speeding, motorcycl

Will Mystery Of Malaysia Airlines Flight 370 Be Solved? Search Resumes

Despite years of multinational searches, investigators still do not know exactly what happened to Malaysia Airlines Flight 370 or its 239 passeng

Crime Branch Kashmir Chargesheets Two In Fake Agriculture Dept Appointment Scam

Srinagar, Jan 1: The Economic Offences Wing (EOW) of Crime Branch Kashmir has filed a chargesheet before the Judicial Magistrate 1st Class, Chado

The 10 most read articles ofThe Hinduonline in 2025

Taken together, the years most-read stories reveal what resonated most strongly with our readers

Australia enters 2026 with major household changes: Cash mandates, higher payments, and more, heres everything you need to know about the changes coming into effect

Australia ushers in 2026 with significant economic and social reforms impacting household budgets and essential services. Key changes include inc

Stock market starts 2026 on positive note; Sensex climbs over 200 points

Mumbai, Jan 1 (PTI) Equity benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty began the first trading session of 2026 on an optimistic note supported by steady b

The 10 most read editorials of The Hindu in 2025

The years 10 most-read editorials offer a clear reflection of what readers were most interested in

GHMC issues warning against abandoned vehicles on Hyderabad roads

Hyderabad: GHMC Commissioner RV Karnan has directed owners of abandoned or damaged vehicles left on city roads, colonies, and slum areas to remov

Beaches Teem With Revellers As Goa Rings In New Year With Fireworks, Late-Night Parties

PANAJI, Dec 31: Joyous crowds thronged Goas beaches on Wednesday night to ring in the New Year amid fireworks, music and parties, with major coas

Spirit: Sandeep Reddy Vanga presents raw, rugged, ripped, but injured Prabhas, Triptii Dimri lights his cigarette in first poster, fans call it 'best gift'

Team Spirit dropped the first poster of the movie at midnight 12, giving out the best Happy New Year gift for Prabhas' fans.

Rupee starts 2026 on negative note; falls 11 paise to 89.99/ USD in early trade

Mumbai, Jan 1 (PTI) The rupee started the new year on a negative note and depreciated 11 paise to 89.99 against the US dollar in early trade on T

BJPs ascent to power in Telangana inevitable: Bandi Sanjay

2026 Horoscope: What stars have in store for you in New Year; Check zodiac sign-wise predictions, lucky numbers and remedies

2026 Predictions Astrology: Get ready for 2026. Cosmic shifts will push you to act boldly and heal old habits. Strong planetary energy will drive

MP: BJP minister says ghanta during verbal clash with journo, apologises

Madhya Pradesh minister and Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MLA Kailash Vijayvargiya had to eat humble pie and apologise after verbally clashing wit

Rupee starts 2026 on negative note; falls 11 paise to 89.99/USD in early trade

On the last trading session of 2025, the rupee settled at 89.88 against the U.S. dollar

Can Having Curry Leaf Water First Thing In The Morning Improve Digestion?

Curry leaf water, first thing in the morning, can have certain unexpected health benefits. Here is how it should be consumed safely and how it ca