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CDS General Anil Chauhan Inaugurates Upgraded Runway At Iaf Base In Car Nicobar Island

Sri Vijaya Puram, Jan 2: Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Anil Chauhan on Friday inaugurated the upgraded runway at the IAFs Car Nicobar air

Old Image Passed off as Recent Visual of Anti-India Protest in Bangladesh

Team WebQoof could trace the image back to at least February 2024.

Six And City: Will Wishes Be Realized?

All that Chennaiites can wish for basic improvements in their city to have better living in Chennai.

Eye of Brahma Diamond stolen from Hindu deity in Pondicherry and sold for over Rs 3 crore? The shocking story of its blood-soaked history and curse

The history of Black Orlov Diamond, also known as Eye of Brahma diamond, has continued to fascinate historians and jewellers as it remains shroud

Mumbai-Ahmedabad bullet train: Palghar tunnel breakthrough, 12 stations planned

A significant construction milestone has been reached for India's first high-speed rail project. A mountain tunnel in Maharashtra's Palghar distr

Centre Restores Rs 100 Crore Project Approval Powers To Ladakh LG

JAMMU, Jan 2: In a significant development, the Union Finance Ministry has restored financial powers to the Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh. The Mi

DPR for Musi Rejuvenation project Phase-I to be ready in few days: Telangana CM Revanth

Clarity on scope of works by Sankranti and estimates to be prepared before the fiscal end, says the Chief Minister

With Tailwind in Place, Car Market To Grow At 6-7% in 2026

Partho Banerjee, senior executive officer, marketing and sales at Maruti Suzuki, said the demand momentum of the second half of 2025 is expected

Dubai: Indian expat wins Rs 24.5 lakh in Big Ticket Draw

Sakthi Vinayagam, an Indian expat in Dubai, emerged as the solo winner of Rs 24.5 lakh in the latest Big Ticket Draw. Vinayagam is a native of Ch

Vaibhav Arekars Viyoga - Fragments of Light reflected on vanishing spaces and values

The Kalavaahini Trusts first commissioned work, it premiered at the Dance for Dance Festival

Krantijyoti Vidyalay movie review: An uneven clarion call that ultimately packs a punch

Written and directed by Hemant Dhome, the film takes a didactic approach, which diminishes its charm, as it picks up momentum in the latter half

Hospitalised Australian cricket legend Damien Martyn showing positive signs: Gilchrist

He was diagnosed with meningitis an inflammation of the membranes surrounding the brain and spinal cord

Reliance Digital Kicks Off Mega New Year 2026 Sale with Unmatched Deals

Gross misuse, RS MP Priyanka Chaturvedi flags AI misuse on social media, writes to IT Minister Vaishnaw

Shiv Sena MP Priyanka Chaturvedi has alerted the IT Minister to a disturbing trend on social media, particularly X, where AI tools are allegedly

Amid Indore Water Crisis, Locals Fear Using Tanker Water

Residents of Indore's Bhagirathpura area remain afraid of consuming even the tanker-supplied water following a contaminated drinking water incide

Shares are higher in Asia in an upbeat start to the new year

BANGKOK, Jan 2: Asian markets began the new year Friday with gains, while US futures and oil prices also advanced. Hong Kongs Hang Seng jumped 2

Sapphire Foods to merge with Devyani International, to create QSR chain with over 3,000 outlets

NEW DELHI, Jan 2: Sapphire Foods India and Devyani International Ltd (DIL), the two leading operators of the KFC and Pizza Hut brands, are set to

Water Contamination Behind Indore Health Crisis, Confirms Lab Test

A laboratory test has confirmed that a diarrhoea outbreak, which has killed at least four patients and affected over 1,400 people in Indore, was

NTPC exploring international collaborations to push nuclear plans

NEW DELHI, Jan 2: NTPC is exploring multiple international collaborations in the area of technology and fuel to push its nuclear ambitions to div

Harish Rao demands White Paper on Musi beautification project expenditure

Hyderabad: Former minister and BRS senior leader T Harish Rao demanded that the state government release a white paper on the total expenditure a

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

NEW DELHI, Jan 2: Shares of cigarette and tobacco product makers ITC, Godfrey Phillips and VST Industries dropped on Friday morning, extending th

Duty hike on tobacco products will hurt farmers, fuel smuggling: FAIFA

NEW DELHI, Jan 2:The Federation of All India Farmer Associations (FAIFA) on Friday said the governments move to levy additional excise duty on to

Meet Edward Nathan Varghese, 21-year-old engineer who landed highest package of Rs 2.5 crore in IIT Hyderabad's history, offer came from..., he belongs to...

The placement season started on a high note as IIT Hyderabad offered a Rs 2.5 crore package, breaking the institute's previous record of Rs 1 cro

Dutchman Sjoerd Marijne reappointed as chief coach of Indian womens hockey team

The 51-year-old, who was associated with the Indian womens team from 2017 to 2021, will be supported by Matias Vila as analytical coach

Urmila Satyanarayanan, recipient of this years Nritya Kalanidhi award, looks back at her 50-year journey in dance

The Bharatanatyam exponent will receive the honour on January 3, on the inaugural day of The Music Academys 2026 dance festival.

Malayalam short film Bhoothayanam explores horror without gimmickery

The supernatural horror short by Pratheek and Tina Thomas of Studio Kokaachi and filmmaker Tony Davis is a fresh take without the typical jumpsca

Jaishankar at IIT Madras LIVE: India among few ancient civilisations that turned modern nation-state

Kashmir Sees Clear Skies, Dip In Night Temperatures; Gulmarg Coldest At Minus 7 Deg C

Srinagar, Jan 2: The minimum temperatures dropped in Kashmir due to clear skies, as the meteorological department forecast largely dry weather ov

Mamdani thanks family from Kampala to Delhi, vows to govern audaciously

NEW YORK, Jan 2: Indian-origin politician Zohran Mamdani vowed to govern expansively and audaciously and deliver an agenda of affordability for N

Saudi envoy says leader of Yemen separatist group STC blocked delegation's landing in Aden

Flights were halted on Thursday (January 1, 2025) at Yemens Aden international airport

Word of the Day: Ambedo

Today's word of the day is Ambedo describes a quiet, immersive awareness of the present moment. Ambedo captures those small, absorbed moments of

Sandeep Reddy Vanga Stuck in a Fixed Pattern?

After making films with a troubled doctor as the protagonist in Arjun Reddy and a volatile gangster in Animal, Sandeep Reddy Vanga is now working

Ashwini Vaishnaw Virtually Witnesses Final Bullet Train Tunnel In Palghar

The 508-km Mumbai-Ahmedabad High Speed Rail project is being executed with technical and financial assistance from the Japanese government.

India conveys condolences after 40 die in Swiss resort fire

A devastating fire explosion in Crans-Montana, Switzerland, has claimed many lives and injured over a hundred people. Emergency services responde

Will 2026 Bring An End To Karnataka Congress's Leadership Tussle?

Siddaramaiah is expected to visit the national capital to meet the party's top leadership after January 15.

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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

Akhil Akkineni to Dance with Ananya Panday?

While nothing has been officially confirmed, discussions are reportedly underway

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One person killed in clash between Congress and BJP supporters over banner dispute in Karnataka's Ballari

A fatal clash erupted in Ballari between supporters of Congress MLA Nara Bharath Reddy and BJP MLA G Janardhana Reddy over a banner dispute. The

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

Nayanthara Promotes Telugu Film, Faces Backlash

Many Kollywood viewers expressed surprise at seeing Nayanthara actively promoting a Telugu film, something she has largely avoided even for her T

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

Canada asks Air India to probe incident of pilot reporting for duty under influence of alcohol, source says

In a statement, Air India confirmed the flight from Vancouver to Delhi on December 23 experienced a last-minute delay due to the incident, adding

I am seriously considering to report: Javed Akhtar slams his AI-generated video

A fake video is in circulation showing my fake computer-generated picture with a topi on my head, claiming that ultimately I have turned to God .

J&K Govt Regularizes 13, Promotes 23 Accounts Officers as Chief 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

World Introvert Day 2026: A Day To Appreciate The Unique Qualities And Strengths Of Introverts

World Introvert Day recognises their strengths and encourages them to embrace their natural tendencies. The day also clarifies that introverts ar

SruthiSagar, along with Vittal Rangan and DelhiSairam, created an atmosphere of repose and refinement

The performance, at M.S.SubbulakshmiAuditorium at the Asian College of Journalism, was a mix of measured accents and graceful glides

MHA IB JIO Tier-I Exam Result Out: Direct Link to Check, Next Steps Explained

MHA IB JIO Result Out: Shortlisted candidates will be intimated through email and SMS to download their call letters for the skill test and inter

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

UP Woman Says Husband Hid 1st Marriage, Alleges Assault By In-Laws

Police in Uttar Pradesh have launched a probe after a 20-year-old woman accused her husband and in-laws of physical and mental abuse following th

Woman Invites Lover Home On New Year, Cuts His Private Part In Mumbai

The woman was reportedly pressuring the man to leave his wife and marry her. This led to frequent arguments between them.

Are They Okay? Teens Search For Friends After Swiss New Year Bar Fire

About 40 people were killed and another 115 injured in a massive fire at a bar in Switzerland's Crans Montana. The blaze ripped through a bar cal

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Ustaad Bhagat Singh to Arrive in Theatres This Summer

Director Harish Shankar is collaborating with Pawan Kalyan for the second time after the blockbuster Gabbar Singh

Delhi HC finds prima facie evidence of violation of Pawan Kalyans personality rights

The Judge stated some of the defendants were using Mr. Kalyans name, likeness, voice, and image for selling merchandise for commercial gains eith

New York Vich Munda Renda: Punjabi Flavour To Zohran Mamdani Inauguration

Videos from the event show Zohran Mamdani grooving to the music alongside his wife, Rama Duwaji, while hundreds of attendees joined, dancing and

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

Javed Akhtar Considers To Report Against His AI Generated Video

Fake news are responsible for damaging reputation and credibility : Javed Akhtar

Ashwini Vaishnaw virtually witnesses final bullet train tunnel breakthrough in Maharahstras Palghar

The 508-km Mumbai-Ahmedabad High Speed Rail project is India's only high-speed rail project designed to operate bullet trains at a speed of 320 k

NIA Chargesheets Psychiatrist, Two Others in LeT-Linked Bengaluru Terror Plot

NEW DELHI, Jan 2: The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has chargesheeted three accused, including a psychiatrist, in a 2023 Bengaluru terror c

Indore water contamination: Mayor says informed of 10 deaths

INDORE, Jan 2: Indore Mayor Pushyamitra Bhargava on Friday said he has received information about 10 deaths due to a diarrhoea outbreak caused by

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

Case booked against Janardhan Reddy, 10 others in Ballari clash over banners; heavy security deployed

The complainant alleged that banners put up along Siruguppa Road near the Avvambhavi residence of Gangavathi MLA Gali Janardhan Reddy were forcib

Fever pitch | Review of Sandeep Menons Sacred Grounds

A new book looks at the nurseries of football across India

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

OTT releases this week (Dec 31 Jan 6): New movies and web series on Netflix,JioHotstar,Amazon Prime and ZEE5

OTT releases this week (Dec 31 Jan 6): As we ring in 2026, we are experiencing a massive entertainment boost across all major streaming platform

Check List Of School Holidays For January 2026

Harsh winter weather in north India leads to school closures and reduced attendance. Board exams begin in January for state and central boards.

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

Bulldozer Action In Rajasthan's Chomu After Stone-Throwing Incident

A large-scale bulldozer drive is underway in Rajasthan's Chomu following notices issued to 20 illegal slaughterhouses in Pathans' Mohalla, with t

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

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

ADB gives in principle nod to extend 4,100 cr loan to Musi river development: Minister

Minister Sridhar Babu said the state has also sent a preliminary project report to the Ministry of Jal Shakti seeking 3,188 crore under the Natio

Chikkadpally-Domalguda bridge over Hussain Sagar nala inaugurated

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

Delivery Agents Don't Have Timer: Zomato CEO Explains 10-Minute Model

Zomato co-founder and CEO Deepinder Goyal clarified that delivery partners are not shown the promised delivery time on their apps and do not oper

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

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.