Ultrasonic vibrations hold key to precision drilling in brittle materials, IIT Bombay study finds

IIT Bombay researchers find how ultrasonic vibrationsrevolutionisemicroholedrilling in brittle materials, paving the way for precision manufactur

Aaron Rodgers injury: What happened to Aaron Rodgers during Pittsburgh Steelers vs Cincinnati Bengals on Sunday NFL match?

Aaron Rodgers injury update: NFL star Aaron Rodgers once again became cynosure of all eyes during Cincinnati Bengals vs Pittsburgh Steelers footb

Bezzecchi wins Valencia GP to give Aprilia back-to-back wins for first time

Bezzecchi had delivered a commanding lights-to-flag victory at the Portuguese Grand Prix last weekend and the Italian repeated his heroics in Val

Elizabeth Franz, Tony-winning Gilmore Girls and Death of a Salesman actress, dies at 84

Elizabeth Franz, a celebrated Tony Award-winning actress, has passed away at the age of 84. She was widely recognized for her powerful portrayal

KHADC rejigs inquiry panel

Allegations of allotment of land at Law Syiem to MLAs By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Nov 16: The Khasi Hills Autonomous District Council (KHADC) has r

Rory McIlroy loses playoff to Matt Fitzpatrick, wins Race to Dubai

For McIlroy, its a seventh Race to Dubai title, putting him one clear of the late Seve Ballesteros and one behind Colin Montgomeries record haul

Mawryngkneng Dorbar wants irresponsible cops replaced

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Nov 16: The Mawryngkneng Dorbar Shnong has urged Deputy Chief Minister Prestone Tynsong, who holds the Home portfolio,

Lok Sabha MP alleges shoddy repair of NH-6

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Nov 16: In a strong critique of the ongoing repair work of the Phramer to Malidor section of national Highway 6, Shillo

VPP supremo shrugs off Lambors entry in NPP

Focus is on public service, not polls: Ardent Basaiawmoit By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Nov 16: VPP chief Ardent Miller Basaiawmoit has played down t

PM Modi virtually lays base for EMR School in Jirang

From Our Correspondent NONGPOH, Nov 16: A major development awaits the border population of Ri-Bhoi District after Prime Minister Narendra Modi v

B.C. Janardhana Reddy Says AP to Set Up Corporation for Road Development

Janardhana Reddy said the negligence of previous YSRC government on various fronts, including finance, is still haunting the present NDA alliance

Meghalaya likely to witness possible spike in malaria cases

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Nov 16: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a climate-based health advisory pointing to increased mala

State showcases products, cultural richness at IITF

From CK Nayak NEW DELHI, Nov 16: Meghalaya is showcasing its products and cultural richness at the 44th India International Trade Fair (IITF) whi

Importance of mental health after giving birth

Post-partum depression has been discussed as an identifiable, measurable, treatable disorder for 50 years now. Thresholds, scales, prevalence rat

Akbar Hints at Possible Retirement from Active Politics

Inaugurating the new block of the Dr Nooruddin Owaisi Educational Campus at Babanagar on Saturday, named after his son, the Chandrayangutta MLA s

We Backed an Individual, Not the Party, Says Asad

The AIMIM chief dismissed the idea that his party had distanced itself from the BRS.

Residents decry collusion as scientific mining sparks outrage in SGH village

From Biplab Kr Dey PAROMGRE (SGH), Nov 16: The entire state of Meghalaya has been rocked recently by ongoing protests in the villages of Paromgre

US stock market outlook for November 17-21: All eyes on tech earnings, Nvidia and economic data

The US stock market faces a pivotal week with Nvidia's earnings, crucial economic data post-shutdown, and Federal Reserve minutes. Analysts signa

A hundred years ago | British imports into India

Pakistan sweeps Sri Lanka 3-0 in ODI series

Mohammad Rizwan (61 not out) and Fakhar Zaman (55) scored second successive half centuries and eased Pakistan to 215-4 in 44.4 overs

Red Fort blast: agencies to recreate bombers route, probing hawala trail

Umar ul Nabi spent 3 lakh on fertilizer purchases, say investigators; police tracking owners, drivers of vehicles that were parked near his car;

Air quality likely to worsen today; AAP targets BJP govt.

Daryl Mitchells 119 lifts New Zealand to a seven-run win over the West Indies in the 1st ODI

Mitchells seventh ODI century lifted New Zealand to 269-7 as it batted first after losing the toss

Govt promised to replace stones with laptops, but Kashmiri youth pushed to become suicide bomber: Mehbooba

Ms. Mufti urges Kashmiri youth to shun the path of violence and destruction; calls on Centre to rethink its policies, revisit former PM Atal Beha

NDA Finalises Power Share Formula for Bihar Cabinet

Sources in the ruling NDA alliance said that the next NDA government will be sworn in either on November 19 or 20.

Indias Dhanush wins air rifle gold, Murtaza settles for silver in Deaflympics

In the final, Dhanush, who is a national camper based in the National Centre of Excellence (NCOE) at the Karni Singh Ranges in Delhi, broke both

US Resumes Visa Processing for Priests

The EB-4 category, which includes certain special immigrants, progressed from July 1, 2020 to September 1, 2020. Family-sponsored categories saw

Chamala Kiran Slams Bandi For His Caste Remarks

Kiran Kumar Reddy accused Sanjay of creating conflicts between castes and religions. People know whom to vote for in the state.

Telangana To Use 922 Acres Of Fab City

IT and electronics firms can expect land bonanza

Telangana Registers Nearly A Third Of Waqf Properties

Telangana has registered over 10,000 of its 34,000 notified Waqf properties on the Umeed portal, placing it in the second position nationally

A mid-term appraisal for Karnatakas Siddaramaiah-led Congress government

It is time for Congress to wake up and win back the peoples trust

Four Held for Abetting Dowry Death of Woman, Infant in Chodavaram

A nine-page suicide note recovered from Veenas house stated that she faced mental torture and physical harassment at the hands of her husband Uma

Karthika Vanasamharadhanas Highlight Spirituality, Service and Social Unity: Kesineni Sivanath

Thousands of devotees, community elders, women and youth participated in the day-long Karthika month celebrations across the district.

The legal hoodwinking of Adivasis

The Supreme Courts Niyamgiri verdict was a beacon for the constitutional promise of Adivasi self-determination. What has unfolded in Hasdeo contr

Preliminary probe into BLOs death finds no evidence of work pressure: Collector

During a review of his responsibilities in the Special Intensive Revision process, officials noted that George had distributed most enumeration f

Jordan Love injury: What happened to Jordan Love during New York Giants vs Green Bay Packers NFL game on Sunday?

Jordan Love injury became the main talking point during Green Bay Packers game against New York Giants.

After smooth start, COP30 talks stall on path to 1.5C

The UN climate negotiations are hitting roadblocks as delegates struggle to finalize pledges on emissions reductions and financial assistance to

GHMC Plans Rs.108 Cr RoB at Patigadda to Ease Traffic

The estimated passenger car unit (PCU) this year was estimated at 3,081, projected to rise to 4,764 in the year 2045.

Modi Interacts with MumbaiAhmedabad High-Speed Rail Corridor Team

One of Indias most ambitious infrastructure projects, MAHSR spans approximately 508 km, covering 352 km in Gujarat and Dadra and Nagar Haveli and

Benjamin Netanyahu insists on no Palestinian state ahead of UN vote

Netanyahu has long ruled out Palestinian independence. But as the US attempts to push forward with its Gaza ceasefire proposal, the Israeli leade

J&K: Police station blast killed educated, young Kashmiris building careers that beat stereotypes

Hyderabad: Kid Run Over by Car Rushed to Hospital, Survives

The locals and family members of the victim alleged that Ghouse and two other occupants of the car appeared to have consumed drugs. The trio is i

DMK government failed to retain investments coming to T.N., alleges Nainar Nagenthran

He says Chief Minister M.K. Stalin must recognise that the State governments inefficiency has resulted in the loss of 20,000 direct employment op

Letters to The Editor November 17, 2025

VIT-Mauritius invites applications for engineering courses

Were Inviting Investors Across Globe, Says Bhatti

The government intended to explain how Telangana would be by 2047, and how it ought to be. To present these achievements and outline the future,

Too little, much later: on the Digital Personal Data Protection Rules, 2025

The Digital Personal Data Protection Rules undermine right to information

Kris Boyd, New York Jets cornerback in critical condition after shooting outside Manhattan club

New York Jets player Kris Boyd was shot early Sunday morning in Manhattan. He is in critical but stable condition. The incident occurred outside

'It is time to...': BJP's Maithili Thakur says after Bihar Assembly election win

Popular singer and Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) candidate Maithili Thakur (25) secured a victory from Alinagar Assembly constituency by a margin

Chennai Metro Rail Limited plans to develop over 3 million sq.ft of office and retail space at Phase II stations

While huge towers will come up at Chennai Central, Mandaveli, Thousand Lights, and Thirumangalam stations, CMRL will be build additional floors f

Epstein files: Donald Trump's party lawmakers will back a bill to release Jeffrey Epstein documents, claim lawmakers

Epstein files: New documents are raising fresh questions about Epstein and his associates, including a 2019 email that Jeffrey Epstein wrote to a

Delhis air, a wicked problem in need of bold solutions

Delhi can breathe cleaner air again if its citizens act with urgency, coordination and courage, and follow a sustained and science-led strategy

KTR Urges Government to Resolve Cotton Procurement Crisis

Rama Rao criticised the Cotton Corporation of India (CCI) for refusing to procure cotton on the grounds of moisture content.

Police conduct verification of fertiliser dealers in J-K's Doda; examine trade records

Police in Doda conducted checks on fertiliser dealers to ensure compliance and prevent misuse of chemicals. Special teams inspected shops and rec

Swing, but do not miss: on India and the WHOs Global Tuberculosis Report 2025

Indias battle against TB will need renewed vigour and focus

Woman's Half-Naked Body With Injuries Found Near Railway Tracks In Delhi

An unidentified woman was found murdered allegedly near the railway tracks behind Shed No. 2 at Adarsh Nagar Railway Station, in Delhi, on Sunday

The POCSO Act is gender-neutral by design

The Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act must be read as it was legislatively intended

ECI may go for routine SSR in Assam, not SIR ahead of 2026 polls

The ECI has held several rounds of internal deliberations to assess the feasibility of an SIR in Assam and to examine alternatives, ET has learnt

RBI's moratorium on loan repayments could help exporters take a breath amid uncertainties

The Reserve Bank of India is stepping up to assist exporters with a key moratorium on loan repayments. This timely intervention is designed to gi

Son allegedly held for questioning, man attempts self-immolation in Kashmir

Bilal Ahmad Wani, a dry fruit seller by profession, was rushed to the Government Medical College, Anantnag after suffering severe burn injuries,

Centre, states discuss use of AI in governance

The department also asked states to give their views on the design and implementation of Centrally Sponsored Schemes and also discussed the appra

Security Tightened in Puttaparthi Ahead of Major VVIP Visits for Sai Baba Centenary

In the wake of the recent Delhi bomb blast, thorough vehicle checks and cordon-and-search operations are being conducted to prevent any untoward

'India among the strongest global green H2 players': Hydrogen Europe CEO

India is emerging as a powerhouse in the global green hydrogen sector. With a burgeoning domestic market and promising export opportunities, part

'Hopeful of sealing US, EU trade pacts soon': Piyush Goyal

India is on the cusp of sealing ambitious free trade agreements with the US and the European Union, with Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal sharing a

No Specifics: Telangana HC Quashes Case On Parents-In-Law

Justice Juvvadi Sridevi quashed a case against the parents-in-law of a software engineer, observing that the complaint merely named them without

'Shoot Those Who Show Intent To Kill': Dhaka Preps For Sheikh Hasina Order

Security is tightened across Bangladesh with police in the national capital ordered to shoot violent protesters ahead of a special tribunal's ver

Nowgam Blast: Central agencies lift samples to determine nature of explosives

Srinagar, Nov 16: Teams of NSG, NIA and Central Forensic Science Laboratory (CFSL) on Sunday visited the Nowgam police station blast site in Jamm

Bangladesh on edge ahead of International Crimes Tribunal's Sheikh Hasina verdict

Bangladesh's Awami League is escalating protests against the interim government. This move comes as a verdict is expected Monday in a case agains

NDA used state machinery, vote manipulation, money to win Bihar polls: CPI-M

NEW DELHI: After its dismal performance in the Bihar Assembly elections, the Communist Party of India-Marxist (CPI-M), a key ally of the oppositi

Brand KTR Losing Its Sheen

The drubbing that the Bharata Rashtra Samithi received in the Jubilee Hills bypoll last week has once again sent strong signals that Brand KTR, p

J&K terror networks Opt for recruits with no past record

SRINAGAR, Nov 16: Youths with no past criminal record or separatist affiliation are now preferred for recruitment by terror handlers in Jammu and

Fire Breaks Out From Electric Car In Hyderabad, Spreads To Nearby Vehicle

Three fire tenders were rushed to the spot, and the flames were brought under control.

Prosus' arm seeks CCI nod for raising stake in Rapido

In a filing with the competition regulator, MIH Investments One BV said the stake acquisition in Roppen Transportation Services (Rapido) will not

Hyderabad Metro Rail Phase-II hits a wall of clearances, turns into a waiting game

Phase-II unable to move forward with key committees yet to meetand vital documents pending; Centres approvals, funding clarity and a proper detai

Rohini Acharya blames Sanjay Yadav, Rameez for causing rift in family: Who are they?

PATNA: Senior RJD leader Rohini Acharya accused Sanjay Yadav of escalating tension in former Bihar chief minister Lalu Prasads family, adding tha

Red Fort Car Blast: NIA arrests key conspirator as agencies trace 20 lakh JeM fund trail, CIK raids doctors home in Anantnag

Investigators link three doctors to hawala-funded operation; NIA confirms Dr Umar as suicide bomber behind vehicle-borne IED New Delhi, Nov 16:In

Pati Patni Aur Panga winner: Rubina Dilaik, Abhinav Shukla bag the 'Sarvagun Sampann jodi' title

Rubina and Abhinav's journey showed how they resolved conflicts, balanced each other's personalities and faced challenges that put their relation

Air Pollution: Supreme Court to hear plea on stubble burning today

The top court had earlier asked the Punjab and Haryana governments to apprise it about the action taken to control the situation.

Saudi Arabia: Makkah region records highest rainfall in 24 hours

Makkah: Seven regions across Saudi Arabia recorded scattered rainfall over the past 24 hours, with the Makkah region recording the highest totals

Telangana Launches Major Temple Corridor Project In Northern Region

The state government has embarked on an ambitious infrastructure initiative to establish a temple corridor connecting the renowned shrines of Dha

Mangaluru CEN Police Bust CyberFraud Racket

Investigators found that Hmngte Reail kom had used more than 300 bank accounts and over 250 SIM cards for cyber fraud

White-Collar module searched for suicide bomber since last year: officials

Srinagar, Nov 16: The sophisticated white-collar terror module, spearheaded by a group of doctors recently busted by Jammu and Kashmir Police, ha

Agencies probe Nowgam police station 'accidental blast' site

National Security Guard and forensic teams from Delhi and Chandigarh inspected the Nowgam police station site. Experts are key to investigations

3 Maoists with 15 lakh bounty killed in Sukma encounter

Security forces neutralized three Maoists in Sukma, Chhattisgarh. Among the deceased was a sniper specialist wanted for the killing of an additio

NIA arrests suicide bomber's accomplice in Red Fort blast case

The National Investigation Agency has made a significant arrest in the Red Fort blast case. A Kashmiri resident, Amir Rashid Ali, has been appreh

Nagaland CM calls for popular government in Manipur, Naga issue resolution

In an interview with ET, Neiphiu Rio said he founded the NPF and later the NDPP and the two parties merged to work for early resolution of the Na

RSS Workers Drive Dil Se, Pyar Se Groundswell For Bihars Historic Election Victory

BJP-led NDAs landslide in Bihar was not only a result of virtual rallies or the digital blitzkrieg but also the campaign led by nearly one lakh R

Army Northern Commander calls for proactive anti-terror steps

Jammu Tawi, Nov 16: Armys Northern Commander Lieutenant General Pratik Sharma on Sunday reviewed counter-terrorism grid in Udhampur district and

iBomma Founder Exploited Weaknesses in Movie Encryption

After the officials forced Ravi to crash his iBomma, the app remained inaccessible to viewers across the country.

DGP reviews operational readiness

Srinagar, Nov 16: DGP Nalin Prabhat on Sunday conducted a comprehensive review of kinetic and non-kinetic operations, as well as the overall secu