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Letters to The Editor December 29, 2025

Trump welcomes Zelenskyy for talks, asserts Russia and Ukraine both want peace, however elusive

US President Donald Trump said he believes both Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Russian President Vladimir Putin want to end the war,

The lost message: on shallow symbolism

Assurances of state protection for minorities must go beyond symbolism

Finance ministry to take a relook at crop insurance plan

The finance ministry is reviewing the Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana's cup-and-cap model. This comes as crop insurance business declines, with

Modi: India Has Boarded Reform Express

Tells Chief Secretaries that youth are driving change

Woman run over by water tanker in Madhavaram

A grand vision and the great Indian research deficit

The current deficit in R&D investment cannot sustain Indias ambition to become a global innovation leader

Draft voters list out, BLOs still busy with mapping exercise

A total of 19.32 lakh people have been included in the unmapped list in the State, of whom 2.1 lakh are in Ernakulam

Kauvery Hospital conducts free health camp at Chinmaya Vidyalaya

Udhayanidhi Stalin lays foundation for Mudhalvar Padaippagam at Harbour constituency

All eyes on peace proposal ahead of Trump-Zelenskyy meet in US

The 20-point plan, which emerged from weeks of intense US-Ukraine negotiations, lacks Moscow's approval, and the face-to-face in Florida follows

Jammu & Kashmir: Aga Ruhullah Mehdi, PDP Leaders, students under house arrest ahead of reservation policy protest

In a tense escalation of tensions, Srinagar's leaders and students found themselves under house arrest on Sunday as protests erupted, aiming for

Trump-Zelenskyy LIVE | Mar-a-Lago talks that could end the Russia-Ukraine war

No Deadline, Focus On Ending Ukraine War: Trump During Zelensky Meet

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky arrived for his meeting with US President Donald Trump in Florida. Speaking to reporters, Trump said both

Sham election: on Myanmars three-phase elections

Myanmars juntas search for legitimacy through controlled polls is futile

IndiGo to begin flight services from Tamil Nadu to Navi Mumbai airport today

Zardari Says He Refused Bunker During Operation Sindoor

Pakistan's President claims leaders face danger, not hide, amid India's strikes

Linked civilisations, a modern strategic partnership

A revitalised partnership between Iran and India will aid economic partnership and ensure stability in West Asia

Nehru Zoological Park Sees Over 1 Lakh Visitors During Christmas Weekend

The zoo management stated that they made arrangements for hassle-free experience. All officers were deputed at different locations of the park to

The Good And Bad In TTDs Performance During Milestone 2025

The TTD confronted a series of crisis, official probes and judicial scrutiny, while simultaneously pursuing reforms and modernisation of pilgrim

Assembly: BJP Demands for a Month Long Winter Session

The party leadership expressed its resolve to raise a strong voice against the incompetent rule of the Congress and to expose the failures of the

Two helicopters crash in New Jersey leaving one person dead and another injured, officials say

A tragic helicopter crash occurred in Hammonton, New Jersey. One person lost their life in the incident. Another individual sustained critical in

AIMIM MP Owaisi Condemns Violence in Bangladesh, Urges Protection of Minorities, Regional Stability

AIMIM chief stresses regional stability, backs Indias steps on ties with Dhaka

Delhis un-breathable air crisis returns to the Supreme Court

A slow-motion public health disaster unfolds in the National Capital By T N Ashok Before the Indian Supreme Court, theres not just another plea

Op Sindoor lessons: From operations to plugging industry gaps & exposing Pakistan-based groups, India more prepared now

Operation Sindoor, a decisive military strike against Pakistan in 2025, redefined India's response to terrorism and reshaped its national securit

SCR Recorded Steady Growth in 2025

SCR stated that passenger amenities and station development remained top priority.

2.8 Crore Names Removed From UP's Draft Voter Rolls After SIR

The draft electoral roll in Uttar Pradesh, which will be published on December 31, is likely to have the names of about 12.55 crore voters, with

Deadline to Register Waqf Assets March 12

A delegation of experts will voluntarily tour districts, holding meetings to clear apprehensions and misconceptions within the community: Reports

Rolls-Royce Plans Making India Its 3rd Home Market, Eyes Jet Engine

British aero-engine maker Rolls-Royce said it is looking at making India its third home market outside of the UK in line with a plan to unlock th

How can Warring Nations Come to the Dialogue Table?

by Dr. P.V. Laxmiprasad Lessons from IsraelGaza and RussiaUkraine Conflicts The writings of Bertrand Russell have spanned over a century and prof

Amid Revanth Reddy-KCR Face-Off, Winter Session In Telangana From Tomorrow

The Telangana Legislative Assembly's winter session, set to begin on Monday, is expected to be one of the most significant and volatile since the

Holiday Rush Triggers Traffic Jams at Toll Plazas on NH 65

At the Panthangi toll plaza, vehicles on the NH 65 were stuck in kilometre-long queues and moved bumper to bumper

J&K Leaders Placed Under House Arrest as Student Reservation Protests Intensify

Those detained at home include former chief minister and opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) chief Mehbooba Mufti, her daughter Iltija Muft

Vemireddy Bhaskar Reddy Appointed Judicial Member of AP GST Appellate Tribunal

Bhaskar Reddy has over four decades of legal experience, mainly in direct and indirect taxation.

Konaseema People Oppose Inclusion Of Mandapeta Into EG

They reminded the government that the division of constituencies is done on the basis of Lok Sabha constituency limits through a rational process

Trump's Productive Call With Putin Ahead Of Zelensky Meeting

US President Donald Trump said he had a productive telephone call with his Russian counterpart, Vladimir Putin, on Sunday.

BJP MPs Remarks on Prez, PM Trigger Row in WB

The Trinamul Congress seized upon the controversy to attack the BJP

District Police Chief promises proper probe into bike accident

A Trump Phone Call To Putin Before And After Zelensky Meeting

Russian leader Vladimir Putin and US counterpart Donald Trump had a friendly phone call Sunday before Trump's meeting with Ukrainian President Vo

Naidu Meets Nirmala Sitharaman at Vijayawada Airport

Naidu and Nirmala reportedly discussed issues related to Andhra Pradeshs development and the need for financial support for various developmental

Future Skills Hub To Empower Youth, Women, Farmers, SHGs

Finance minister says centre will empower youth, women and farmers with future skills

Bengaluru demolition: Vijayans 'minority' googly on election eve sets AICC on backfoot

A routine eviction drive in north Bengaluru has triggered a political row, putting the Congress-led Karnataka government under pressure from both

Two Die In Mini-Van Crash On Vizianagaram Highway

The duo had gone to Odisha to deliver bakery items and were travelling back when the driver reportedly lost control of the vehicle: Police

Surya Charishma Tamiri Lifts Maiden Senior National Crown

The womens doubles crown went to Karnatakas third-seeded duo Shikha Gautam and Ashwini Bhat K, who beat Manipurs Priya Devi Konjengbam and Uttar

Ram Temple to Become Global Spiritual Hub: Naidu

Naidu praised the Uttar Pradesh government for its development efforts and said UP was doing extremely well.

An annual attraction on the deserts of Rajasthan

Festive fairs, sacred temples and desert adventures define a day in Pushkar that draws travellers year after year.

Spy seagulls and political falcons: Are migratory birds more than they seem?

Birds undertake long migrations for survival and impulse. A seagull with a GPS tracker and Amur falcons migrating from Manipur to Africa spark cu

Adani plans Rs 1.8 lakh crore defence spend to boost indigenous military capabilities

Adani Defence & Aerospace will invest Rs 1.8 lakh crore next year. The focus is on unmanned and autonomous systems, and advanced guided weapons.

All Subsidiaries Of State-run Coal India Ltd To Be Mapped By 2030

The CIL operates through eight subsidiaries, namely Eastern Coalfields Ltd, Bharat Coking Coal Ltd, Central Coalfields Ltd, Western Coalfields Lt

Watch: Pakistan President Zardari reveals he was advised to hide in a bunker during Operation Sindoor

Pakistan President Asif Ali Zardari has revealed that he was advised to hide in a bunker when India launched Operation Sindoor in May. Speaking a

Fire destroys waste materials dumped in a scrap yard in Anna Nagar

The fire spread to the entire scrap yard resulting in the destruction of various plastic and other materials

Punch marked gold coins from Vijayanagara-era unearthed near Jolarpet

Revenue officials also apprised the discovery of coins to CollectorK.Siva Soundaravalli, who is the custodian of the district treasury as per the

Archaeologists Discover Kashmir's Buddhist Past, Proud Moment, Says PM

A recent archaeological discovery in Jammu and Kashmir's Baramulla district has brought Kashmir's Buddhist past into the spotlight. Prime Ministe

Urea Shortage Pushes Farmers Into Distress In Warangal

In a distressing incident, farmers in Narsimhulapet mandal of Mahbubabad district reportedly fell at the feet of an agriculture officer, pleading

Naidu Thanks Modi for Praising Narasapuram Lace Craft

CM lauds women artisans for preserving crochet lace-making tradition

Dense smog engulfs Delhi-NCR: IMD issues orange alert; visuals show almost zero visibility

Telangana Couple's Divorce After 17 Years Of Separation, Rs 50 Lakh Alimony

Ending a nearly two-decade-long legal battle, the Telangana High Court has upheld a divorce decree in a long-fractured marriage, ordering the hus

Kyrgios Beats Sabalenka In Battle of the Sexes

Former Wimbledon finalist Kyrgios won 6-3, 6-3 in an exhibition match in Dubai that bore little resemblance to the era-defining 1973 encounter be

Uttarakhand CM Breaks Silence on Angel Chakma Murder

Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami said those involved would not be spared and that such incidents would not be tolerated

IND-W vs SL-W T20Is: Smriti, Shafali help the Women in Blue make it 4-0

The two add 162 for the first wicket before Richas blistering cameo powers the home team to its best-ever total in the shortest format; Lanka fal

There is an urgent need to unite all sections to thwart the conspiracy of right-wing groups

The conference demanded the Puducherry Government to ensure proper implementation of funds allocated under the Special Component Plan

'Third party wanted to marry my husband': Ex-Pak cricketer Imad Wasim's wife Sannia Ashfaq makes explosive divorce claim

Imad Wasim's wife Sannia Ashfaq has made an explosive claim amid their divorce proceedings, alleging that a third party wanted to marry her husba

Street Feeding Chokes Gandhi Hospital

Crowds Block Ambulances, Food Wastes Attract Rodents, Dogs to Hospital: Reports

Trump says had productive call with Putin ahead of Zelenskyy meeting

Trump will host his Ukrainian counterpart to try to close out a peace agreement that would end nearly four years of war sparked by Moscows invasi

SHANTI bill marks landmark reform in Indias nuclear sector, says Jitendra Singh

NEW DELHI: Union Minister for Science and Technology Dr Jitendra Singh on Sunday described the SHANTI Bill as one of the Modi governments most si

Baba Vangas 2026 prophecy warns of Putins downfall as World War III fears intensify

Bulgarian mystic Baba Vanga's 2026 predictions include World War Three, climate catastrophes, AI transformation, and alien encounters. She also f

Tamil Naduall-rounderAmbrishraring to deliver in the U-19 World Cup

WB: A Retired Cop's Legal Notice on Sound Pollution at IPS Officers' Abode

The Khaki Estate authorities however refused to comment on the legal notice

Class 10 Student Dies By Suicide in Domalguda

Police said the student died by suicide after his father reportedly pulled him for securing low marks and not preparing for the forthcoming exams

Clashes on Syrias coast kill three after Alawite mosque bombing

Latakia: Clashes broke out on Syrias coast between protesters from the Alawite religious minority and counterdemonstrators on Sunday, killing at

Lottery Martins son Jose signals u-turn, says LJK open to TVK alliance for 2026 polls

Latchiya Jananayaka Katchi (LJK) has expressed interest in an alliance with Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) for the 2026 Assembly elections. LJK l

PM Modi urges states to boost manufacturing, services and human capital at chief secretaries conference

NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi, addressing the three-day national Conference of Chief Secretaries on Sunday, called upon states and Unio

Amid Poor Air Quality In Delhi, 'Orange' Alert Issued For Dense Fog On Monday

The national capital recorded air quality in the very poor category on Sunday with an overall Air Quality Index reading of 390, according to the

Yami Gautam's skincare secret REVEALED? No fancy products, here's how kitchen ingredients, simple DIY routine gives glowing skin

Yami Gautam's glow comes from natural kitchen ingredients like turmeric and honey, simple homemade masks and mindful skincare habits, showing tha

Officials Plan Reorganisation Of Commissionerates

There is work happening on the ground level for reorganisation, although we have not been made fully aware of the changes yet: Police department

Man in Suriname fatally stabs nine people, including five children

A shocking incident unfolded in Paramaribo, Suriname, where a man fatally stabbed nine individuals, including five children. The suspect, reporte

Skincare Trends 2026: Beauty Industry's MAJOR shift towards skin longevity and barrier care

Skincare in 2026 will focus on skin longevity, gentle care, and personalised routines. The goal is healthy, strong skin over time rather than qui

Kolapakkamjunction operateswithout rules

Commuters and activists demand signals, speed breakers and other safety measures at Kolapakkam junction on Vandalur-Kelambakkam Road. During peak

George Soros funnels massive cash to Letitia James campaign, funding legal battles against Trump

Appireddy Harinath Reddy Receives ATA Excellence Award

The award was presented by ATA president Challa Jayanth, along with board members Satish Reddy, Mudireddy, Srikanth, Sainath and others: Reports

UP schools closed till January amid cold wave; CM Adityanath orders emergency winter measures

UP School Holiday: Uttar Pradesh faces a severe cold wave. Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has ordered all schools closed until January 1. He dire

Democracy Being Centralised Under BJP Rule, Alleges Congresss K Raju

He made the remark after hoisting the INC flag at Congress Bhavan here to mark the party's 140th Foundation Day.

NCP announces list of 37 candidates for BMC elections

The Ajit Pawar-led NCP has released its first list of 37 candidates for the upcoming Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation elections. The party will

AirSewa portal receives over 14,000 grievances in December amid IndiGo meltdown

NEW DELHI: The Ministry of Civil Aviations AirSewa platform, the official grievance redressal mechanism for air passengers, faced a surge of comp

PM Modi lauds Op Sindoor, Mahakumbh, Ram temple completion, Indian in space in 2025

In his final Mann ki Baat of 2025, Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlighted Indias key achievements over the year, including Operation Sindoor by

Rishikesh forest survey sparks mass rail blockade; protesters clash with police

DEHRADUN: Tensions erupted in Rishikesh today as hundreds of local residents, fearing displacement due to a Supreme Court-mandated survey of fore

IND-W vs SL-W: Smriti Mandhana's world record guides India to 4-0 lead as hosts win 4th T20I by 30 runs

Smriti Mandhana delivered a world-record performance as India Women defeated Sri Lanka Women by 30 runs in the 4th T20I to take a commanding 4-0

Taxi rides get pricier January 1 as new law raises costs every 52 seconds what it means for you

Taxi fares in Arlington, Virginia are set to rise from January 1. New rates will increase the initial drop charge, distance fees, and waiting tim

Kakatiya University Pharmacy College Marks Golden Jubilee

The vice-chancellor appreciated the founding faculty for building the institution with dedication despite limited resources and funding

Trump holds very productive call with Putin ahead of Zelenskiy talks on Russia-Ukraine peace pact

US President Donald Trump is set to meet Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy on Sunday. This meeting is crucial for advancing a peace agreeme