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Thailand and Cambodia agree to immediate ceasefire: joint statement

The agreement, signed by Thai Defence Minister Natthaphon Nakrphanit and his Cambodian counterpart Tea Seiha, ended 20 days of fighting that has

James' concert cancelled after attack in Bangladesh's Faridpur

Just before James was to take the stage, a group of outsiders attempted to force their way into the venue. When they were denied entry, they bega

Stay off legislative turf: Govt on GST nudge

NEW DELHI: The Centre on Friday opposed a PIL seeking reduced air purifier rates, telling the Delhi High Court that judicial intervention would v

Massive crash on highway in Japan kills 1 person, injures 26 as the holiday season starts

The Gunma prefectural highway police said on Saturday (December 27, 2025) that the pileup on the Kan-etsu Expressway started with a collision bet

Delhi-NCR chokes under thick smog, air quality slips to 'very poor' category, AQI crosses...; Check area-wise pollution level here

A combination of cold weather, calm winds, and dense fog is trapping pollutants, leading to haze and smog. This cycle of poor air quality is expe

Delhi air quality slips to 'Very Poor' as smog engulfs city; AQI crosses 300

Authorities are monitoring pollution levels and enforcing measures such as the 'No PUC, No Fuel' rule to address the situation

19 Bangladesh nationals among 511 arrested in Uttarakhands three districts under Operation Kalnemi

Those arrested included 19 Bangladeshis illegally residing in the State, of whom 10 have been sent back to the neighbouring country, while action

SIR hearings to begin on Saturday in Bengal; 32 L unmapped voters to be covered

Kolkata: The hearings under the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of the electoral rolls in West Bengal will commence on Saturday, with 3,234 cent

China-US Tensions Escalate: Beijing sanctions US defence firms over Taiwan arms sales, warns...

China announced sanctions against 20 US defence companies and 10 executives in response to the US's approval of large-scale arms sales to Taiwan,

Flagged Concerns: India's Response To US Cancelling H-1B Visa Interviews

India said Friday it had spoken to the US over thousands of cancelled H-1B visa interviews, which were scheduled from December 15 onwards and the

Ukraine's Zelensky To Meet Donald Trump On Sunday. Here's What's On Agenda

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky wants to discuss territorial issues, the main stumbling block in talks to end the war, with US President D

Deadline extended for emergency procurement of defence equipment

NEW DELHI: The Defence Acquisition Council (DAC) on Friday extended the Emergency Procurement (EP) mechanism, aimed at strengthening operational

IIM Raipur Launches Joint Admission Process 2026 For MBA Admissions, Check Personal Interview Details

IIM Raipur introduces JAP 2026 for MBA admissions, involving IIM Kashipur, Raipur, Ranchi, and Tiruchirappalli with a single-window application

Telangana Remains in Coldwave Grip

Minimum temperatures dip below 8C in several districts; relief likely from January 1

Plan to double originating train capacity in 48 cities

NEW DELHI: In a first-of-its-kind initiative amid sustained growth in passenger travel demand, the Ministry of Railways has decided to expand coa

Bravery awards for 9-yr-old, 11-yr-old posthumously

NEW DELHI: Nine-year-old Vyoma Priya lost her life while trying to save a six-year-old during an electrical accident in their gated community par

IndiaNew Zealand FTA a Landmark Deal, Says PM Christopher Luxon

India and New Zealand concluded the comprehensive, balanced and forward-looking FTA on December 22, marking a major economic and strategic milest

Bengaluru: Drunk driver arrested for dragging bike 500m, hitting vehicles

Bengaluru: Police have arrested a 38-year-old man on charges of drunk and rash driving after his SUV rammed into a bike, dragged it for about 500

CJI: Multi-door courthouse for comprehensive dispute resolution

NEW DELHI: Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant said on Friday that he he envisions a transition towards a multi-door courthouse where the cou

Why Nigeria Okayed US Strikes On ISIS After Disputing Claim Of Christian Genocide

By publicly cooperating with the United States on a Christmas Day airstrike, Nigeria's government may have averted humiliating unilateral militar

One-Week Sankranti Holidays for Schools in Telangana

Schools will remain closed from January 10 to 16; classes will resume on January 17, Official notification likely.

UK-based UP preacher booked over Pakistan links

LUCKNOW: The Enforcement Directorate has opened a money laundering case against Maulana Shamsul Huda Khan, a UK-based Islamic preacher from UP, a

Cat's $400 Vet Visit Ends With A Diagnosis, Internet Reacts

To help cats cope with separation anxiety, owners are advised to maintain a consistent routine for feeding and playtime.

China's industrial profits tumble at fastest pace in over a year

China observers say Beijing is taking some comfort from indicators suggesting that the official 2025 growth target of around 5% is still achievab

Smog Returns To Delhi As Air Quality Slips Back Into 'Very Poor' Zone

Delhi's air quality deteriorated once againy after showing signs of improvement earlier in the week, as several parts of the national capital sli

CM: Sikh gurus legacy continues to guide Indias path of progress

Operation Kalnemi: 511 arrested in Uttarakhand, including 19 Bangladeshis

Operation Kalnemi is a statewide campaign launched by the Uttarakhand government in July 2025 to identify, crack down on, and arrest individuals

MEA vows to bring back Lalit Modi, Mallya after biggest fugitives jibe

New Delhi: India on Friday said it is committed to bring back from abroad the economic fugitives including Lalit Modi and Vijay Mallya to face th

Minister Says Bihar Liquor Ban Targets Poor, Advises Action Against Mafia

Union Minister Manjhi said the real test of the liquor ban will be when action is taken against senior officials who consume alcohol and the liqu

Chandigarh Diary |Rise of another son in SAD politics likely

Anantveer Singh Badal, son of Shiromani Akali Dal president Sukhbir Singh Badal, was seen campaigning in Lambi seat for zila parishad and block s

ED files final prosecution complaint in Chhattisgarh liquor 'scam'; 59 more named as accused

The Enforcement Directorate has filed a final charge sheet in the Chhattisgarh liquor scam. Fifty-nine more individuals are now accused, bringing

Kohli, Rohit's Vijay Hazare Salaries: How Much Did BCCI Pay India Duo?

Vijay Hazare Trophy Salaries: Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma set to be given top compensation by the BCCI after making domestic cricket return.

Palestinian attacker kills 2 in Israel with car; IDF raids his hometown

Jerusalem: A Palestinian attacker rammed his car into a man and then stabbed a young woman in northern Israel on Friday afternoon, killing both,

Venezuelan President Maduro accuses Trump of 'colonial domination' amid heightened tensions

Over 50 Vehicles Involved In Massive Pile-Up In Japan, 1 Dead, 26 Injured

A massive crash in snowy weather killed one person and injured 26 on an expressway in Japan late on Friday as the country kicked off its end-of-t

Quote of the day by Mother Teresa: Do not think that love in order to be genuine has to be.

Mother Teresa, born Anjez Gonxhe Bojaxhiu, dedicated her life to serving the poorest and most vulnerable after moving to India in 1929. She found

Breaking News Live Updates: Delhi chokes as AQI slides to 353, back in very poor category

BJP-RSS conspiring to weaken education, institutions: Rahul Gandhi

Telangana HC backs temples 77.30-acre land claim in Ranga Reddy

Hyderabad: The Telangana High Court has upheld the Revenue Departments decision to issue an Occupancy Rights Certificate (ORC) in the name of Dev

Good News for Passengers: Indian Railways to double train capacity in THESE 48 cities by..., here's all you need to know

The initiative aims to reduce congestion at busy stations, improve operational efficiency, and strengthen nationwide rail connectivity.The Minist

Bangladeshi Singer's Concert Called Off As Mob Throws Bricks, Stones At Venue

According to local reports, the concert was scheduled to take place at 9:00 pm on Friday to commemorate a local school's anniversary.

Bank Holiday on December 27: Are banks open or closed in your state? Check state-wise list here

Banks across India were closed on Saturday, 27 December, as it was the fourth Saturday of the month. As per RBI rules, banks shut on the second a

Freezing rain knocks out power across London, Ontario: Trees down, icy roads and safety risks

Freezing rain hit London, Ontario and southwestern Ontario on Boxing Day. This caused many power outages. Ice built up on trees and power lines.

Data to decisions: Building a tech stack for Bharat's bureaucracy

If the last decade was about Digital India, the next must be about Decisive India. Data can illuminate, but only decisions can transform. The fut

Good pavements should be a non-negotiable amenity

This has to be done with zeal and determination so that the walkers can claim their rightful place in the city

Is Thackeray reunion enough?

Mumbai has come a long way since the 1980s. These days, voters do not automatically gravitate towards certain families or names, but to whoever a

Ashes 4th Test Day 2: Australia 98-6 at lunch, lead by 140 runs

Australia lost six wickets in the session for 94 runs after resuming on four for no loss. Number four batter Steve Smith was 16 not out, with all

India presses US to resolve H-1B delay

NEW DELHI: India on Friday said it has taken up with the US the issue of delays, cancellations and difficulties in scheduling H-1B visa appointme

Chinese Village Faces Backlash Over Fines For Unmarried Couples And Pregnancies

Additionally, anyone spreading rumors or making unfounded accusations in the village would face a fine of 500 to 1,000 yuan.

Donald Trump's BIG statement on Zelenskyy's 20-point peace plan, says, 'He doesn't have anything...'

Donald Trump has stated that any peace deal to end the Ukraine-Russia war will depend on his approval. Ahead of talks with Ukrainian President Ze

Majority of Australians support stricter hate speech and immigration laws following Bondi Beach terror attack, poll finds

Following the deadly Bondi Beach terrorist attack, a new poll reveals strong public backing for stricter hate speech laws, enhanced immigration s

Russia Lashes out at Zelensky Ahead of New Trump Talks on Ukraine Plan

The 20-point plan would freeze the war on its current front line but open the door for Ukraine to pull back troops from the east

Mumbai: Teesta Setalvad joins protest against attacks on Christians

Mumbai: Several hundred people held a protest on Friday evening in Goregaon in Mumbai against Christmas-related attacks by right-wing outfits acr

Moroccan fans cry foul amid empty seats at sold-out stadiums in Africa Cup

Morocco and neighbouring Algeria were the only teams to have their group-stage tickets sell out, but again on Friday there were empty seats for t

Powerful Explosions Rock Kyiv Ahead of Zelensky-Trump Meeting

Ukraine's air force also announced a countrywide air alert in the early hours of Saturday

A turning point for Indian MSMEs; Rewriting the rules of work and life

As a Christmas gift, Google unveiled a feature for Gmail users who are still stuck with their embarrassing email addresses from high school.

Indian-origin student arrested in U.S. for arson, terroristic threat

Lella faces arson with intent to damage a habitat or place of worship, a first-degree felony, and terroristic threat of a family/household member

Singer James' Concert Called Off In Bangladesh As Mob Attacks Venue

According to local reports, the concert was scheduled to take place at 9:00 pm on Friday to commemorate a local school's anniversary.

'1,000,000 more pages...': Trump claims Democrats behind Epstein hoax as more files surface

India Gets Hammered: England Great After Ashes Pitch Sees 20 Wickets Fall

The first day of the fourth Ashes Test in Melbourne saw a 123-year first. Australia collapsed for 152 yet still claimed a 42-run lead over Englan

Good News for Uttar Pradesh residents: THIS district to get new road network connecting villages, cities to national highways, name is...

The proposed projects include constructing new roads, repairing existing ones, and carrying out patchwork to improve the overall road infrastruct

China Announces Sanctions on US Defence Firms Over Taiwan Arms Sales

China also urged the US to honour its commitments, stop supplying weapons to Taiwan and avoid actions that could escalate tensions in the Taiwan

IndiGo flight disruptions: Panel submits probe report to DGCA

The inquiry committee, headed by DGCA Joint Director General Sanjay K Bramhane, was constituted on December 5 to conduct a comprehensive review a

Kerala is My Lucky Place: Renuka Singh After Match-Winning Spell vs Sri Lanka

She also praised Indias bowling unit, highlighting the strong pacerspinner combination and the teams focus on finding the best balance ahead of t

Russia likely placing new nuclear-capable hypersonic missiles at former airbase in Belarus, researchers find

Russia is reportedly placing new nuclear-capable hypersonic missiles in Belarus. Satellite imagery suggests a former airbase near Krichev is bein

Top 10 extreme weather events cost world more than $122 billion in 2025: Rainfall in India, Pakistan claimed 1,860 lives - report

Extreme weather events in 2025 inflicted over $122 billion in global damages, with India and Pakistan's devastating monsoon floods alone costing

Trump says Zelenskyy doesnt have anything until I approve it ahead of meeting with Ukraine president

Zelenskyy is expected to meet Trump in Florida on Sunday. He has said he will present a new 20-point peace plan aimed at ending the nearly four-y

U.S. airlines cancel over 1,000 flights due to Northeast winter storm warnings

The National Weather Service issued warnings of winter storms this afternoon , which will cause hazardous travel conditions for the Great Lakes i

Nigeria averts unilateral US action by cooperating on airstrike

Nigeria's government confirmed its cooperation with the U.S. on a Christmas Day airstrike against Islamic State militants in northwest Nigeria. T

Police Arrest Suspect After Man Stabs 3 women in Paris Metro

The three victims were attacked at three different locations along the Line 3 metro track that runs across central Paris

Turkey detains 115 ISIS suspects over alleged holiday attack plots

Turkish security forces have detained 115 suspected ISIS members nationwide following intelligence indicating planned attacks targeting non-Musli

There are civil war-like conditions in Bangladesh...: Uttar Pradesh Minister Jayveer Singh

Uttar Pradesh Minister Jayveer Singh on Friday reacted to the recent violence against the minorities in Bangladesh, saying that there are civil w

More Than 2,000 Maoists Have Surrendered: Chhattisgarh Chief Minister

Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai on Friday said that the government appealed to the Maoists to abandon the language of violence and gun

Heavy rains, flash floods leave Southern California homes caked in mud

Southern California is recovering after a powerful atmospheric river storm brought heavy rains, flash floods, and mudslides. The mountain resort

Morning Digest: Government fails to define Aravallis despite over a years effort; CBI moves Supreme Court against bail to Sengar in Unnao rape case, and more

Here is a select list of stories to start the day

Zelenskyy to discuss land, security guarantees with Trump on Sunday

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is set to meet with U.S. President Donald Trump to finalize drafts of a peace deal and security guarantee

Ukrainian Capital Kyiv Under Massive Russian Attack: Officials

Several powerful explosions rocked Kyiv on Saturday, according to an AFP journalist, as authorities warned that the Ukrainian capital was under t

Kim Jong Un Stresses Shared Bloodshed In New Year Message To Putin

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un highlighted on Saturday how his nation and Russia had shared lood, life and death in the Ukraine war, as he sent

Even low alcohol intake raises oral cancer risk in Indian men: study

The study adds to growing evidence that no level of alcohol consumption can be considered risk-free when it comes to cancer

J&K Bank observes Mission YUVA Disbursal Day

Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, Dec 26: Jammu & Kashmir Bank today observed a Special Mission YUVA Disbursal Day across the Union Territory to

ASSOCHAM J&K delegation meets Principal Secy I&C, seeks policy support for industry

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Dec 26: A delegation of the Associated Chambers of Commerce and Industry of India (ASSOCHAM), Jammu & Kashmir Coun

Unnao rape case: CBI moves Supreme Court against Delhi high court order

The CBI has approached the Supreme Court seeking a stay on the Delhi high court's order suspending the sentence of expelled BJP MLA Kuldeep Singh

Zelensky To Meet Trump Tomorrow For Talks On Peace Deal

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said on Friday that he plans to meet US President Donald Trump in Florida on Sunday, as part of efforts t

Patnitop hotel & restaurant association elects new body

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Dec 26: The new body of Patnitop hotel & restaurant association was elected in the general body meeting of the ass

UP: Hauled up for using AI during exam, girl dies by suicide; father accuses school of abetment

A Class 10 student died by suicide after allegedly being reprimanded by teachers and the principal at a Greater Noida West school for using AI on

His decision is supreme

POWERGRID handsover medical equipment worth Rs 12.25 cr to HBCHRC

Excelsior Correspondent CHANDIGARH, Dec 26 : Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (POWERGRID) today formally handed over state-of-the-art medi

India condemns 'hostility' against Bangladesh minorities

'Hindu's killing a matter of grave concern'

GCC sets up specific feeding areas for stray dogs in Chennai

Designated feeding areas have been demarcated in Ambattur, Anna Nagar, Teynampet, Perungudi, Palavakkam and Thiruvottiyur; senior official says t

How 2025 made Ease of Doing Business a habit!

Indias Regulatory Revolution In the early 2010s, doing business in India felt like a hurdle race where the hurdles were raised mid-sprint. Do you