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Unusual Anti-Graft Protest in Hanamkonda Says beggars Better Than Corrupt Officials

Collector Sneha Shabarish became the first official to sign the anti-corruption pledge banner

UAE withdraws from Islamabad airport deal, Pakistan to privatize it

New Delhi: The Pakistan government has moved ahead with privatisation plans of Islamabad International Airport after it shelved a plan to outsour

A new Distraction Law could ban cell phone use for over 1 million Americans heres what to know

Smartphone ban in schools: Michigan is poised to ban smartphone use for students in grades K-12 during instructional time, starting in the 2026-2

IND vs NZ 3rd T20I Preview | Red-hot India sets sights on yet another T20I series triumph

Suryakumar Yadavs men produced dominant victories in Nagpur and Raipur and now have set their sights on wrapping up the five-match rubber. The Me

West Bengal reins in revenue spending growth in FY'26 so far; capex contracts: Report

West Bengal shows strong control over revenue spending in the current fiscal year. This is a positive sign compared to other states. However, the

Why Delhi is facing water supply troubles, leaving thousands of households without regular access

Delhi faces a severe water crisis as treatment plants operate below capacity due to high ammonia levels in the Yamuna. Thousands of households ar

Little PIECE of Greenland: Musk jokes about Trumps Board of Peace; asks is it PIECE or PEACE?

KRK firing incident: Actor sent to police custody till January 27

Mumbai: Actor-producer and self-proclaimed critic Kamaal R. Khan has been sent to police custody till January 27 after a case of use of a weapon

Gauhati High Court overturns Arunachal IAS officers bail in teen suicide case

The judge criticised the District and Sessions Court at Yupia for granting bail to Arunachal Pradesh IAS officer Talo Potom without proper applic

European airlines Air France, KLM suspend flights to Middle East

At least two European airlines suspended flight services to Middle East cities on Friday, January 23, with Air France citing the geopolitical sit

Stray dog killing continues in Telangana villages, toll touches 900, claim activists

Stray dog killings are on the rise in Telangana. In Jagtial district, approximately 300 canines were allegedly poisoned. This incident follows si

Bangladesh replaced by Scotland in T20 World Cup after refusal to travel to India: ICC

Scotland will thus play their four group league games against West Indies (February 7), Italy (February 9) and England (February 14) in Kolkata f

Souvenir plates and sweets: How India celebrated its first Republic Day in 1950 for just Rs 11,093

India prepares for its 77th Republic Day parade. This grand event will highlight military might and cultural richness. In contrast, the first Rep

Ugandan Opposition leader says wife in hospital after assault by soldiers

Bobi Wine said in a post on X that hundreds of soldiers raided his home in his absence, looting it and assaulting his wife.

Contractor appointed to manage parking, entry fees at Solar bus terminal in Erode

Glass Museum coming up in Firozabad, officials expect trade, tourism push

Firozabad is building a new glass museum. This project aims to boost the city's famous glass and bangle industry. Officials expect it to attract

Postpone Numaish Visit due to Traffic Jam in Nampally: Police

At least half a dozen persons were feared to be trapped inside a four-story building here after a major fire broke out Saturday afternoon

'You can eat bananas and rice': Somali woman describes how ICE forcefully detained her

Figure Skating: Kerala's Abhijith Amal Raj Wins Gold at Khelo India Winter Games

By the age of nine, Abhijith already had an Arjuna awardee Anup Kumar Yama training him and later was trained by 11 times Artistic Roller Skating

Zubeen Gargs family writes to PM seeking expeditious trial in his death case

In a memorandum signed by Gargs wife Garima, sister Palmee Borthakur and uncle Manoj Borthakur, the family said the singer-composers death has le

Granddaughter Of 1965 War Hero, Son Of Army Veteran: Meet R-Day Parade Contingent Commanders

New Delhi, Jan 24: For Lt Amit Choudhary, a second-generation army officer, who will lead a contingent of mixed scouts in the Republic Day Parade

European Commission chief Ursula von der Leyen arrives in India

Von der Leyen, along with European Council President Antonio Luis Santos da Costa, will serve as chief guests at India's 77th Republic Day celebr

Inter-Community Group Marriage Organized in Jaipur by Social Service Organizations

Vidyadhar Nagar, Jaipur Sarva Jatiya Samuhik Vivah (Hindu Community Group Marriage), co-supported by Rotary Club Jaipur Dignity, took place on 23

ED Attaches Assets of Karnataka IPS Officer in SI Recruitment Scam

Paul, a 1995-batch Indian Police Service (IPS) officer, was arrested by the Karnataka Crime Investigation Department (CID) in 2022 over alleged i

Mortal remains of 2 soldiers, among 10 dead in Doda, consigned to flames at native places in Haryana

Yamunanagar/Jhajjar (Hry), Jan 24: The mortal remains of Sudhir Narwal and Mohit Chauhan, who were among the 10 soldiers who died after their Arm

Gautam Gambhir has popularity, control in team India: BCCI vice-president Shukla

BCCI Vice-President Rajeev Shukla asserts Gautam Gambhir leads the Indian cricket team effectively. He acknowledges mixed results, particularly i

MCD to roll out Shri schools model; two in each zone in first phase

The Delhi civic body will launch 'MCD Shri' schools, mirroring central and state initiatives, to identify and nurture meritorious students. In th

ICC e-mails Bangladesh board about 'replacing' them with Scotland from T20 WC

The ICC has officially informed the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) of their replacement by Scotland in the upcoming T20 World Cup. This decision

Woman arrested for driving SUV with forged diplomatic number plates in Delhi ahead of Republic Day celebrations

Delhi Police have arrested a 45-year-old woman for using forged diplomatic registration plates on her SUV. She was apprehended in Vasant Vihar wh

King: Shah Rukh Khans actioner gets release date

Directed by Pathaan director Siddharth Anand, the upcoming film stars Deepika Padukone as the female lead

Evening news wrap: Scotland replaces Bangladesh in T20 World Cup; Air India cancels New York flights due to winter storm & more

Scotland replaces Bangladesh in the Men's T20 World Cup 2026 due to Bangladesh's travel commitment issues. Meanwhile, Air India cancelled New Yor

Delhi Republic Day 2026 traffic advisory: Major restrictions on Noida, Gurgaon, Faridabad & Sonipat routes; Check whats open and whats closed

Delhi Police have issued a comprehensive traffic advisory for Republic Day 2026, announcing extensive road closures and diversions in central Del

This free option still lets you file your 2025 tax return online, no hidden fees - heres how it works

The 2026 tax season introduces vital changes. IRS Free File is now open for those earning $89,000 or less. With Direct File discontinued, this re

Republic Day long weekend: Indians on travel spree to South East Asia

New Delhi: The Republic Day long weekend beginning Saturday, January 24, is driving a surge in travel with hotels and resorts witnessing an incre

Water level in Papanasam dam stands at 117.80 feet

#ReclaimConstitution to organise rare philatelic exhibition on Republic Day

The exhibition is being organised as part of the Grand Finale of the nationwide #ReclaimConstitution Quiz.

'Millions seeking lawful action': Zubeen Garg's family writes to PM Modi; seeks fast-tracked trial

Power shutdown on January 27 in many areas of Thanjavur

CS orders speedy re-routing of EHT transmission lines passing through Amaravati

Filmmaker Vikram Bhatt, His Daughter Booked For Cheating Businessman Of Rs 13.5 crore

The complaint comes after Bhatt and his wife, Shewetambari, were arrested in December last year in connection with another alleged fraud case

Shah Rukh Khans King gets release date, fans go wild

Mumbai: And the wait is finally over. The most awaited update about Shah Rukh Khans upcoming movie is here. The release date for Siddharth Anands

Posters target CPI(M) leader after allegations against MLA

Partys Kannur district committee member V. Kunhikrishnan had alleged that MLA T.I. Madhusoodanan had misappropriated money from the martyrs fund

Centre Conducting Recruitment Drives for Viksit Bharat 2047: Kishan Reddy

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has been holding Rozgar Melas since 2022 to streamline and expedite recruitment across states: Kishan Reddy

Buckingham and Mansa Musa showed out

China will eat them up: Trump lambasts PM Carney over Beijing deals and rejecting Golden Dome plan

US presses Bolivia to expel suspected Iranian spies, harden approach to militant groups, sources say

The US is urging Bolivia to expel suspected Iranian spies and label the Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps, Hezbollah, and Hamas as terrorist gro

T.N. Seshagopalan brings alive the genius of Harikesanallur Muthiah Bhagavatar

Veteran musician T.N. Seshagopalans lecture demonstration offered insights into the life, scholarship and creative brilliance of Muthiah Bhagavat

Akhilesh Yadav flags irregularities in SIR, accuses Election Commission of bias

Akhilesh Yadav also questioned repeated extensions of the SIR timeline, saying they reflected a lack of preparedness

What Is Happening In Bengal...: Amartya Sen Flags Haste In SIR Process

Nobel laureate Amartya Sen has voiced deep unease over the SIR process in West Bengal, warning that the exercise is being conducted with undue ha

ET@Davos: Innovation City to Agri Stack: India's AI Revolution

Tamil Nadu government seeks IIT-Ms assistance to study ill effects of microplastics on human health

The move comes after Madras High Court expressed shock over a study that found microplastics affecting even the placenta of expectant mothers

Uttar Pradesh Diwas: Celebrating The Vibrant Soul Of India

Celebrating the Spirit of Uttar Pradesh ahead of India's Republic day on 76th Uttar Pradesh foundation day

Assembly passes Bill to set up Tamil Nadu Water Resources Management Authority

The State Government proposed this legislation, citing the need for a holistic and integrated approach to water governance for all types of water

This Traditional Non-Alcoholic Japanese Drink Can Help In Gut Healing, Says Nutritionist Palak Nagpal

Nutritionist Palak Nagpal reveals that the Japanese community has been consuming the beverage for over a hundred years.

B.Tech student dies after jumping from hostel building in Greater Noida

Two persons have been taken into custody in connection with the matter, and further investigation is underway, police said

Ponies series review: Emilia Clarke and Haley Lu Richardson give a haute spin to the Cold War

Set in the 70s, the believable chemistry between Emilia Clarke and Haley Lu Richardson lends the spy thriller warmth, heft and humour

Around 150 dead olive ridley sea turtles washed ashore in Srikakulam district

Murder Or Misfire? Twist After Congress MP's Nephew, Wife's Deaths In Ahmedabad

What was initially portrayed as a harrowing domestic accident has now been reclassified as a chilling crime.

Snow and heavy rain leave 61 dead in Afghanistan

Afghanistan is reeling from severe weather. Snow and heavy rain have claimed 61 lives over the past three days. The disaster management authority

Congress needs its own Board of Peace: BJP

The BJP cited reports of internal rift within the Congress in Jharkhand after being plagued by factionalism in States like Karnataka, Punjab and

President Draupadi Murmu to Address Nation on Republic Day Eve

President Murmu will address citizens on Republic Day eve at 7 pm. The speech will be broadcast in Hindi and English on Doordarshan, with regiona

Indian Coast Guards Bike Rally to Mark 50th Raising Day Reaches Chennai from Tuticorin, Vizag

The route passed through key coastal spots including Kakinada, Vijayawada, Nizampatnam, Krishnapatnam, Mandapam, Karaikal and Puducherry, with 50

Bhatti reveals Site Visit Certification existed, mandatory across country in several Departments

Challenged BRS leader Harish Rao to write a letter to him seeking inquiry into SCCL tenders

Waive loans of Wayanad landslide victims; treat loan to Kerala as grant: Priyanka to PM

Wayanad (Kerala), Jan 24: Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra has again written to Prime Minister Narendra Modi urging him to direct waiver of loan

Iran Forces Killed Hundreds in Mashhad During Internet Blackout: Report

Weeks after an internet blackout concealed the violence, witness accounts are now revealing the scale of a deadly crackdown in Irans city of Mash

Word of the day: Stoicism

Stoicism is an ancient philosophy that teaches us to focus on our own actions and thoughts while accepting external circumstances beyond our cont

Bangladesh Out, Scotland In for T20 World Cup 2026

New Delhi, Jan 24: The International Cricket Council (ICC) has officially informed the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) that Scotland will replace

Sana Khan refuses to pose with Baseer Ali, video goes viral

Mumbai: A video of former actress Sana Khan politely declining to pose for a joint photograph with TV actor and Bigg Boss 19 star Baseer Ali has

Zubeen Garg's Family Writes To PM Modi, Seeks Special Court To Hear Case

Family members of Assam's cultural icon Zubeen Garg on Saturday submitted a memorandum to Prime Minister Narendra Modi requesting to set up a spe

Noida techie death: Who is IAS officer Krishna Karunesh, named new Noida CEO after Lokesh M's sacking

Noida Authority has a new CEO, Krishna Karunesh, appointed after the tragic death of a techie in a construction pit. Yuvraj Mehta's demise in an

Bangladesh Axed From T20 World Cup After Refusal To Tour India. Scotland

The International Cricket Council (ICC) on Saturday axed Bangladesh from the T20 World Cup, following their refusal to travel to India for the to

Republic Day 2026: Six Must-Read Books To Understand India's Constitution

As Republic Day 2026 approaches, these readings offer an opportunity to better understand the values, struggles, and responsibilities embedded in

Rozgar Mela is a Platform of Assurance, Self-Confidence for Youth: Bandi Sanjay

Bandi Sanjay Kumar said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi has deep concern and affection for the youth of the country

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Watch: What lies ahead for BJPs newest and also youngest president Nitin Nabin? | Talking Politics

Nitin Nabin, 45, formally took charge as the Bharatiya Janata Partys (BJP) new national president on January 20, 2026 in the presence of Prime Mi

Sabarimala gold theft case: States stance helpful for accused, says V.D. Satheeshan

The Opposition leader alleged that the accused in the case received bail in the wake of a delay in submitting the chargesheet, which was due to t

'This Is Switzerland': Vande Bharat Against Snowcapped Background Stuns Social Media

The Vande Bharat Express traversed the snow-covered Banihal region in Jammu and Kashmir during the first snowfall, creating postcard-like scenes

Gen Z Productivity Under Scanner As Entrepreneur Shares Interview Incident

The post started debate over professionalism, responsibility, and evolving workplace norms at a time when economic uncertainty is already putting

T20 World Cup 2026: Scotland to replace Bangladesh, confirms ICC

Scotland will thus play their four group league games against West Indies (February 7), Italy (February 9) and England (February 14) in Kolkata f

300 Stray Dogs killed in Telangana village, Sarpanch Booked

The killings are suspected to have been carried out by some elected representatives, including Sarpanchs, allegedly to fulfill promises made to v

UGC anti-discrimination rules 2026: A bid for inclusion or risk of bias? Explained

Heads of universities and colleges are no longer just administrators; they are now the first line of accountability in preventing and responding

ICC Informs BCB That Scotland Has Replaced Bangladesh In T20 World Cup

New Delhi, Jan 24: The International Cricket Council (ICC) has officially informed the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) that it has been replaced b

U.S. Treasury Secretary hints at possible tariff relief for India as Russian oil imports drop

Indian purchases by their refineries of Russian oil have collapsed. So that is a success. The tariffs are still on, 25% tariffs for Russian oil a

Ahead of Budget Session, Govt convenes all-party meet on January 27

The Budget Session will begin on January 28, with President Droupadi Murmu's address to the joint sitting of Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha

'Unjust to voters, unfair to democracy': Amartya Sen says 'SIR in Bengal done in hurry'

Nobel laureate Amartya Sen voiced concerns over West Bengal's Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls, saying the exercise is eing done in

Police Declares AP as Ganja-free Cultivation State

Heightened surveillance using drones helped the police in containing the cultivation of ganja completely in Andhra Pradesh: Police

Word of the Day: Ultracrepidarian

Word of the day: Few words feel as timely as ultracrepidarian. In an age where speed and confidence are often rewarded over nuance, the urge to s

J-K MP Engineer Rashid allowed to attend Budget Session in custody

New Delhi: A Delhi court on Saturday, January 24, granted custody parole to jailed Lok Sabha MP Engineer Rashid to attend the upcoming Budget Ses

Co-existence is at the heart of todays literary festivals

As tribalism and majoritarian politics rise globally, festival regulars in India including Shashi Tharoor, Banu Mushtaq, and Sandip Roy reflect o

Over 650 students receive degrees at 25th convocation of TANUVAS

Among the immense potential of our country is the juvenile brain boxes in India. Our dream of a developed nation can be realised better and faste