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Myanmar: 3 Indian nationals trapped in cyber scam centres repatriated

Yangon: Three Indian nationals were repatriated from Myanmars Myawaddy cyber scam centres through Yangon, the Embassy of India in Yangon informed

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J&K police probe cricketer for wearing helmet with Palestine flag

Jammu: The Jammu and Kashmir Police on Friday ordered a preliminary enquiry after a cricketer from south Kashmir wore a helmet with the Palestini

Stranger Things Season 5 Volume 3 review: Hawkins rolls a Nat 1 in egregious final campaign

The Duffer Brothers end their decade-spanning run with the most cowardly climax youll ever sit through

Saira Banus New Year wish: May it bring a lot of joy, good health and happiness

Mumbai: Veteran actress Saira Banu greeted her fans with warm wishes for the New Year on Friday. Saira took to Instagram, where she shared a stri

Completely humiliated: Australian great Jason Gillespie reveals why he left Pakistan head coach post in just 9 months

Jason Gillespie has quit as Pakistan's red-ball coach after just nine months. The former Australian star cited a lack of communication from the P

Year-Round Flow Planned for Musi River: Revanth Reddy

Godavari waters to be diverted to Hyderabad over two years with 7,000 crore investment; first phase from Gandipet to Gandhi Sarovar to begin by M

India among few ancient civilisations to emerge as modern nation-state: EAM Jaishankar at IIT Madras

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar highlighted India's unique position as an ancient civilization that has evolved into a major modern nation

India's 'Reform Express' may have a difficult stretch ahead

India's government is pushing forward with ambitious reforms in 2025. While tax and financial changes are progressing, land acquisition and agric

Cummins lauds Khawajas incredible career after retirement

Usman Khawaja will retire from international cricket after the fifth Ashes Test. The veteran opener confirmed his decision, ending a distinguishe

Students protest over no electricity in Sangareddy govt school

Hyderabad: Students of a government school in Telanganas Sangareddy protested on Thursday, January 1, stating that there has been no electricity

First mountain tunnel breakthrough in Mumbai-Ahmedabad bullet train corridor achieved in Palghar

A major milestone was achieved in India's first bullet train corridor with the breakthrough of a high-speed mountain tunnel at Maharashtra's Palg

Several Injured as College Bus Overturns in Bhadradri Kothagudem

The bus belonging to KLR Engineering College lost control and overturned while traveling from Manuguru to Palvancha

Delhi minister calls Kejriwal unemployed leader, announces FIR over teachers claim

Delhi's Education Minister Ashish Sood announced a police complaint against misinformation concerning teachers. Former Chief Minister Arvind Kejr

Kerala rings in New Year on a high with record liquor sales of 125.64 crore

Among Bevco outlets, Kadavanthra outlet in Kochi topped the list with sales of 1.17 crore on New Years Eve

Murder of retired IAF personnel in Ghaziabad orchestrated by sons: Police

Yogesh had been trying to get his house vacated by his sons, following which they allegedly plotted his murder out of greed for the property, say

Pakistan archaeologists find rare coins, decorative stones from UNESCO-listed site near Taxila

The discoveries were made at the ancient Bhir Mound, where experts unearthed decorative stones dating to the 6th century BC and coins from the 2n

2026: What Kochi wants to sustain from the past year

Efficient public transport, child-friendly initiatives, and a vibrant environment for art and culture... this is what Kochi wants to take forward

Struggling to Quit Smoking? Dr Rashmi Shetty Shares This Insight

J&K Police order probe after cricketer sports Palestinian flag helmet

Police have launched an inquiry into a cricketer displaying the Palestinian flag on his helmet during a private match in Jammu. The incident occu

Civic polls: Denied ticket, Shiv Sena leader stages protest march in Thane

Former Thane deputy mayor and Shiv Sena leader Rajendra Sapte, who was keen on contesting from ward number 25 (Kalwa), lost the chance after it w

Delhi Police Constable Exam 2025: SSC announces new dates for remaining candidates; check key details

The Staff Selection Commission has announced new exam dates for Delhi Police Constable candidates affected by technical issues during slot bookin

Andhra nursing home association urges government to relax norms for setting up of hospitals in rural areas

APNA Vizianagaram district president Mahendra Giri said the government is extending the scheme to only 50 bedded hospitals which might not be via

Haryana sees sex ratio rebound after years of slide, but why Gurgaon, Faridabad and Rewari still lag

Haryana's sex ratio at birth reached 923 girls per 1,000 boys in 2025. This marks an improvement following strict enforcement against sex-selecti

Prayagraj Magh Mela 2026 to attract 15 crore devotees: Check dates, duration, ritual snans, special trains run by Railways and more details

Magh Mela 2026: The Magh Mela 2026 will take place in Uttar Pradesh's Prayagraj which will commence from January 3 and will continue till Mahashi

All India Imam Association seeks action against Devkinandan Thakur over Shah Rukh Khan remarks

All India Imam Association President Maulana Sajid Rashidi demanded government action against Devkinandan Thakur for his criticism of Shah Rukh K

Tobacco stocks continue to slide; ITC shares drop over 5%

The Finance Ministry has notified amendments to the Central Excise Act imposing an excise duty of 2,050-8,500 per 1,000 sticks based on cigarette

ADB gives in-principle nod for Rs 4,100 cr Musi river loan

The Asian Development Bank has agreed to provide a loan of Rs 4,100 crore to Telangana for the Musi River Development Project. This funding will

VidyaKalyanaramansconcert showcased that youthful enthusiasm can co-exist with time-tested values

Her concert at The Indian Fine Arts Society was bhava-rich and engaging with some sprightlyswarapassages.

Mamdani Thanks Family From Kampala to Delhi After NYC Mayoral Oath

He became the first South Asian and Muslim elected to helm the largest city in the US

The FIFA World Cup is Nikes to lose versus Adidas

Nike and Adidas are set for a fierce battle on and off the pitch during the upcoming FIFA World Cup in North America. With the tournament hosted

Medical horror: Hundreds of women seek Rs 82 crore each from hospital over unnecessary surgeries by gynecologist

More than 500 women are suing Chesapeake Regional Medical Center and its leaders. They claim hospital executives knew about doctor Javaid Perwaiz

NIA Chargesheets 3 Including Psychiatrist In LeT-Linked Bengaluru Terror Conspiracy Case

New Delhi, Jan 2: The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has chargesheeted three accused, including a psychiatrist, in a 2023 case linked to Pak

Hyderabad: BRS MLA booked in Durgam Cheruvu encroachment case

Hyderabad: Madhapur police have registered a case against BRS MLA Kotha Prabhakar Reddy and another individual, Venkat Reddy, for allegedly encro

Maduro open to US talks on drug trafficking, but silent on CIA strike

Venezuela is open to negotiating an agreement with the United States to combat drug trafficking, the South American countrys President Nicols Mad

Kia Seltos vs Hyundai Creta vs Tata Sierra: Comparing prices and engine options

The Hyundai Creta and Kia Seltos are strengthening their mid-size SUV positions with advanced features and updated interiors. The new Tata Sierra

Assam fastest-growing state, economy up 45%: CM cites RBI

Assam is now India's fastest-growing state economy. Its economy expanded by 45 percent between 2000 and 2025. This growth is well above the natio

Kim Jong Un's Daughter's First Visit To Family Mausoleum Sparks Succession Buzz

The North Korean leader's daughter Kim Ju Ae has made her first public visit to a mausoleum housing her grandfather and great-grandfather, state

Logon Ke Dil Badal Gaye: Zohran Mamdani's Inaugural Speech Goes Viral

Newly sworn-in New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani pledges to prioritise affordability and inclusivity, vowing to make the city accessible to all resid

As Indore reels from deadly water contamination, data shows only 2 of Delhis 25 public water labs meet global standards

Indore water contamination: Indores water crisis has drawn attention to Delhis worrying lack of accredited water testing laboratories, with only

Elon Musks AI chatbot Grok prompted by users to troll Trump, Modi, and Netanyahu

The AI chatbot Grok has been prompted by X users for several days to post provocative images of politicians and world leaders, referring to them

Budget 2026: A top-up on tax reforms can shore up consumer confidence

India's economy thrives on domestic consumption, with upcoming Budget 2026 focusing on sustaining household purchasing power. GST 2.0 aims to boo

Manufacturing PMI at 2-year low in December 2025 on easing new orders, output and employment

The data showed that new export orders rose the least in 14 months in December 2025

Water Contamination Behind Indore Diarrhoea Outbreak , Confirms Lab Test

The test findings substantiated that a life-threatening drinking water supply system prevails in parts of Madhya Pradesh's commercial capital, wh

Highway authority takes BIG step for cars on new FASTag issued after...; Here's what it means for commuters

NHAI will discontinue the Know Your Vehicle (KYV) process for new FASTags issued from February 1, 2026. Vehicle verification will be completed pr

A structured balance marked Akshay Padmanabhans concert

At his concert for Sri Parthasarathy Swami Sabha, the vocalist explored the raga at a leisurely pace.

Cadre crunch eased: Centre increases IAS cadre strength of Uttar Pradesh to 683

The Central government has increased the Indian Administrative Service (IAS) cadre strength in Uttar Pradesh from 652 to 683, effective December

Civic polls: BJP fields Muslim candidates in Jalna as Mahayuti allies court community

Ahead of Jalna's civic elections, Mahayuti allies BJP, Shiv Sena, and NCP are fielding a significant number of Muslim candidates, a shift attribu

The 10-minute nation: Quick commerce is changing how Indians shop & companies sell | I witness

Smog, Dense Fog Grip Delhi As AQI Slips To 'Very Poor'

The cold wave conditions further intensified the impact, disrupting normal morning movement in several localities

Tailor stabbed to death during altercation with juveniles in Delhi; 1 held

The altercation broke out when Lal objected to the group shouting and playing loud music on January 1, 2026

Protect glaciers in 2026 | Green Humour by Rohan Chakravarty

Brooklyn DA Indicts $16M Seed-Phrase Scam. The Blockchain Wasn't the Weak Link.

The Brooklyn DA indicts suspects in a USD 16 million crypto fraud case, highlighting how social engineering and human error, not blockchain flaws

Hafeezpet apt project delay: Vasavi Realtors ordered to pay 10.7 pc interest

Hyderabad: Telangana RERA has held that Vasavi Realtors LLP failed to deliver flats in its Vasavi Lake CityWest project in Hafeezpet within the c

27 bombs safely defused in Manipurs Imphal East district

Imphal: Security forces recovered 27 bombs and neutralised them in Manipurs Imphal East district, police said on Friday. During an operation, the

We are all thinking of you: New York City Mayor Mamdani writes a note for activist Umar Khalid

The lawmakers claimed that human rights organisations, legal experts and global media have raised questions about the fairness of the investigati

Keeladi, a Sangam laboratory | Review of Sowmiya Ashoks The Dig

Ashok couches the glory of a 2,600-year-old past within the larger political and emerging cultural tensions of India

Flautist J.A. Jayants performance at Sri Parthasarathy Swami Sabha was raga-centric

J.A.Jayantsartistry unfolded throughalapana,swarapatterns and rhythmic structures

Reality check: BJP cites Karnataka govt survey to slam Rahul Gandhi; ridicules vote chori charge

A Karnataka government study found most citizens believe elections are fair and EVMs deliver accurate results, countering Rahul Gandhi's 'vote ch

Elderly Couple dies in road accident in Hyderabad

Hyderabad: A elderly couple died in a road accident at Moosarambagh in Hyderabad after a bus hit them early on Friday, January 2. The deceased T

From Cops to Queens: Indian OTT Shows Where Women Take Control

INCERGO S.A. ADVANCES MERGER WITH VISUAL SEMICONDUCTOR BY ISSUING SHARES AND SHOWCASES GLASSESFREE 3D DISPLAYS AT THE CONSUMER ELECTRONICS SHOW IN LAS VEGAS

Big Update for Gig Workers: Govt drafts new rules, here's how it will affect Zomato, Swiggy, Blinkit, Zepto agents

The Indian government has proposed that gig and platform workers must work for at least 90 days with an aggregator in a financial year to be elig

Manipur: 27 country-made bombs neutralised near Monglham village in Imphal East

Security forces in Imphal East district have successfully neutralized 27 country-made bombs recovered during an operation near Monglham village.

Can Eating Raspberries Help Prevent Kidney Stones?

Raspberries have numerous health benefits. Here is how they help in preventing kidney stones and find out how much to consume.

J&K Govt Regularises, Promotes Accounts Officers

JAMMU, Jan 2: The Jammu and Kashmir Government has ordered the regularisation of 13 Incharge Chief Accounts Officers and the promotion of 23 Juni

Elon Musk's Donates $100 Million Worth Of Tesla Shares On New Year

The filing did not disclose what the charities were, but the recipients of the donation indicated they had no current intention to sell the share

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Athiya Shetty, KL Rahul share glimpse of their baby girl on New Year

Mumbai: Actress Athiya Shetty and husband cricketer K L Rahul welcomed the New Year 2026 and shared a rare glimpse of their baby girl with fans,

Hyderabad: Rowdy sheeter held for extortion after claiming cops cant harm him

Hyderabad: A rowdy sheeter threatened a shopkeeper in Hyderabads Chaderghat area on December 31 after an alleged dispute over a mobile phone. The

'What Do You Expect?' Karnataka Minister Junks Centre's Voters-EVMs Survey

A survey in Karnataka on voters' confidence in EVMs, or Electronic Voting Machines has become the latest flashpoint between the Congress and the

Kerala government kicks off Navakeralam Citizens Response Programme

Navakeralam Citizens Response Programme is a State government initiative to collect feedback from the public to plan future development ahead of

Truck driver burnt alive after collision amid dense fog on UP highway

A truck carrying gypsum from Ahlanabad in Haryana to Varanasi rammed into another truck ahead of it after the latter suddenly applied brakes amid

Tamil Nadu received investment commitments of Rs 2.07 lakh cr in 2025: Minister for Industries TRB Rajaa

Tamil Nadu achieved significant growth in 2025. The state signed 270 MoUs, attracting Rs 2.07 lakh crore in investments. These agreements are exp

'Regret incident': Air India issues statement after pilot found drunk on VancouverDelhi flight; initiates probe

An Air India pilot was found to be under the influence of alcohol by Canadian authorities before operating flight AI186 from Vancouver to Delhi o

Umar Khalid case draws US attention: After Zohran Mamdani, 8 lawmakers urge India to grant 'fair trial'

Umar Khalid case: Eight US lawmakers have urged India's Ambassador to the US to ensure a fair and timely trial for Umar Khalid, who has been deta

Indian Army's Romeo Force intensifies search operations in Poonch's Jhullas, Mangnar

The Indian Army's Romeo Force, alongside the SOG Poonch, intensified night search operations in the Pir Panjal ranges, operating above 13,000 fee

Delhi weather alert: More chilly winters predicted ahead as dense fog continues in national capital? Check next seven day IMD forecast

Delhi weather forecast: Delhi might continue to witness cold day conditions from January 2 to January 5, the IMD has warned. The temperatures are

Dense fog shrouds Delhi; cold wave conditions likely till Jan 5

According to the India Meteorological Department, the minimum temperature at Safdarjung was recorded at 9.1 degrees Celsius.

Indore water contamination tragedy: What led to 8 deaths, who is responsible and how have authorities responded?

Preliminary tests in Indore's Bhagirathpura area reveal sewer bacteria in drinking water, linked to a pipeline leak. At least eight deaths from d

Rs 1 cr blast relief: Sigachi tells HC its share limited to Rs 42 L

Hyderabad: Sigachi Industries has informed the Telangana High Court that of the Rs 1 crore compensation publicly announced for each worker who di

Amit Shah to reach Andaman and Nicobar islands for parliamentary panel meeting on January 3

Union Home Minister Amit Shah arrives in Sri Vijaya Puram on Friday for a three-day visit. He will chair a crucial meeting of the parliamentary c

Dense fog shrouds Delhi; cold wave conditions likely till January 5

According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), the minimum temperature at Safdarjung was recorded at 9.1 Celsius

From 108 Kurkure To Tonic Water: Swiggy Instamart Reveals Top Food Orders On New Year's Eve

Many people ordered grapes to try the viral 12 grapes tradition for good luck on New Year's Eve.

Pongal 2026: Dates, history, significance, rituals and traditions of the four-day harvest festival

Pongal, a vibrant harvest festival, will be celebrated in Tamil Nadu from January 13 to 17. This four-day event honors Surya, the Sun God, and si

EOW Kashmir Files Chargesheet Against 108 In Massive Power Division Corruption Scam

SRINAGAR, Jan 2: In one of the biggest corruption cases in Jammu and Kashmir in recent years, the Economic Offences Wing (EOW) Kashmir of the Cri

Zohran Mamdani takes over as New York mayor, vows to bring back 'era of big government' to improve New York lives

Zohran Kwame Mamdani has taken over as mayor of the largest US city that is the centre of finance, with a firm promise to rule expansively and au

Enquiry Ordered Against Kashmiri Cricketer Over Palestinian Logo On Helmet

JAMMU, Jan 2: Jammu and Kashmir Police have ordered a 14-day preliminary enquiry after a video circulated on social media showing a Kashmiri cric

Govt mulls outcome-based grading mechanisms for ITIs

Modernising curriculum, strengthening industry co-creation, and ensuring flexibility and adaptability in training design were identified as key e

I Think Of Your Words: Umar Khalid's Partner Shares Mamdani's Letter To Him

Zohran Mamdani, the new mayor of New York City, has written a letter to former Jawaharlal Nehru University student and activist Umar Khalid.