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An explosives-laden car with150 kg of illegal ammonium nitrate concealed in bags of urea fertilizer was found in Rajasthan's Tonk on New Year's Eve today.

The Centre has banned oral nimesulide formulations above 100 mg with immediate effect, citing potential health risks and the availability of safer alternatives. The move, taken under the Drugs and Cosmetics Act, applies nationwide.

Nearly 60 women lawmakers in Japan, including Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, have submitted a petition calling for more toilets in the parliament building to match their improved representation.

Happy New Year 2026 Wishes: As the new year approaches, sharing meaningful wishes is a lovely way to spread love, blessings, and positivity.

Defence Minister Rajanth Singh, along with Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, offered prayers at the Ram Janmbhoomi Temple in Ayodhya on the occassion of Pratishtha Dwadashi and the second anniversary of Ram Lalla Pran Pratishtha.

Heart disease remains one of the leading causes of death worldwide, with rising incidents linked to sedentary lifestyles, poor dietary choices, and increased stress levels.

The Vande Bharat Sleeper train reached a speed of 180 kmph on the Kota-Nagda section during a safety and stability demonstration.

Greg Abel will become the CEO of Berkshire Hathaway on January 1, succeeding Warren Buffett, who is stepping down after a 60-year career.

Key strategies include daily study schedules, regular revision, stress management, health maintenance, and simulating exam conditions to build confidence and improve performance.

The company's job application form, which has gone viral, states that candidates staying in rented or PG accommodations are ot eligible for the role.

Uber co-founder Travis Kalanick celebrated the 10th birthday of a boy named Uber, born in an Uber cab in Delhi, highlighting the story of the driver's heroic help during the delivery.

Eligible candidates with a bachelor's or graduate degree can apply by February 25, 2026, for full scholarships including tuition waiver, free housing, and textbook fee exemption.

Dietary changes cannot reverse genetically programmed greying, but they can significantly slow progression and improve hair quality.

NTA UGC-NET 2025 Admit Card: The admit card has been released for all UGC-NET exams scheduled to be conducted between January 2 and January 6, 2025.

The government has banned the manufacture, sale and distribution of all oral formulations of pain and fever medications, containing Nimesulide above 100 milligrams in immediate release dosage form, with immediate effect.

Karnataka Home Minister G Parameshwara on Wednesday said that the state government will drop heavily drunk people to their homes amid New Year's Eve celebrations.

A video showing a man attempting to attack a police constable with a knife during the Vaikunta Ekadesi festival in Tamil Nadus Tirupur district has gone viral on social media, triggering concern over safety during religious events.

Ranjit 'Ricky' Singh Gill, an Indian-origin adviser to US President Donald Trump, is grabbing headlines after being awarded for his supposed role in India-Pakistan ceasefire negotiations following Operation Sindoor earlier this year.

A horrific incident has emerged from Assam, where a couple was killed after being burnt alive by a group of villagers on the suspicion of practising witchcraft in the Anlong district.

The students of the Government Higher Primary School in Bahadduribandi village travelled from Toranagallu's Jindal Airport to Bengaluru on a special flight arranged by headmaster Beerappa Andagi.

NIFT NIFTEE 2026 registration deadline extended by NTA to January 13 for broader candidate access. Exam will take place on February 8, 2026, in CBT and PBT modes.

The Congress will contest a chunk of seats 528 across the Mumbai, Thane, Pune, Chhatrapati Sambhaji Nagar, and Pimpri-Chinchwad municipal corporations, the most since 1999 in the January 15 civic body elections sans any alliance with big parties.

With official details still pending, estimated dates, prices, and booking procedures for Republic Day 2026 and Beating Retreat tickets are based on last year's arrangements.

Taiwan's world-leading microchip manufacturer TSMC says it has started mass producing next-generation 2-nanometre chips.

Warren Buffett, the Oracle of Omaha, retires on December 31 as chief executive officer of Berkshire Hathaway. He will continue as chairman. Greg Abel will formally take over as CEO on Thursday, January 1.

Setting realistic goals is the first step towards self-satisfaction in your weight loss journey. Here are some practical tips for creating a realistic weight loss diet plan.

A 28-year-old woman was gangraped in a moving van in Faridabad for over two hours and then thrown on the road early on Tuesday.

Pakistan recorded its deadliest year of violence in a decade, with gunfights, airstrikes, and suicide bombings marking much of 2025, as relations with neighbouring Afghanistan deteriorated.

The couple stood together as Raihan's mother, Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, addressed party workers and supporters during the bypoll campaign.

The year-end billboard campaign, titled '2025 in a Blink', utilises real-time consumer data to showcase humorous and hyper-local shopping habits across India.

JEE Advanced 2026 exam registration starts April 23 for qualifiers. Exam on May 17. Fee hikes apply for overseas exam centres and certain categories.

The uncle of Anjel Chakma, the Tripura student murdered in Uttarakhand after he objected to locals using racial slurs including calling his brother Michael and him 'Chinese momo' has hit back at the state police force for claiming the remarks.

Samajwadi Party leader Amrendra Nishad narrowly escaped after being shot at by his relative in Uttar Pradesh's Gorakhpur. Amrendra Nishad accused his cousin, Ravindra Nishad, of firing at him.

Around 1,566 confirmed cases of scrub typhus have been reported in Andhra Pradesh so far this year, with about 20 deaths also recorded, according to health officials.

Three assailants on Tuesday robbed a farmer of Rs 25 lakh after throwing chilli powder in his eyes and snatching his bag in Ashoknagar district of Madhya Pradesh, police said.

Khaleda Zia Funeral Updates: Former Bangladesh prime minister Khaleda Zia died on Tuesday after a prolonged illness. Her funeral will be held on Wednesday following Zohr prayers at Parliament's South Plaza and the adjoining Manik Mia Avenue

Makki ki roti is more than just a winter treat. When consumed correctly, it is a nutritious addition to the Indian plate.

New Delhi has rejected China's claims of mediating a ceasefire between India and Pakistan during the military conflict earlier this year.

Thailand on Wednesday released 18 Cambodian soldiers it had detained since July under the renewed ceasefire the two countries agreed on the weekend to end a border conflict, Cambodian and Thai authorities said.

The sepia-toned clip offers a nostalgic look at Gurgaon before its rapid urbanisation.

Gold and Silver Price 2026 Forecast: Gold is projected to continue its upward trajectory, with most major banks forecasting prices to average between $4,500 and $4,700 per ounce.

At least 41 young men have died as a result of circumcision procedures as part of traditional initiation activities in South Africa in November and December, authorities said Tuesday.

Forty-thousand oysters, lobster worth $400,000 and a cache of crabmeat all were stolen in separate incidents within weeks of each other in New England.

Dense fog conditions continued to prevail in the national capital on Wednesday, severely impacting daily life across Delhi and the adjoining NCR region. Large parts of the city witnessed low visibility in the early hours of the morning.

The selection process for UKPSC lecturer posts includes a written exam covering various subjects and document verification, followed by merit list publication.

The Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) has imposed a fine of Rs 50,000 on China Gate Restaurant Private Limited, which operates the Bora Bora restaurant chain in Mumbai, for illegally levying mandatory service charges on customers.

New Year's Eve 2025 Google Doodle: The interactive design features festive elements such as balloons, decorations, and confetti.

After US President Donald Trump, China has claimed credit for mediating peace between India and Pakistan during the military conflict earlier this year, despite New Delhi's pushback, which has repeatedly rejected any third-party mediation.

About 60 people were injured a loco train carrying workers and officials collided with a goods train inside Pipalkoti tunnel of the Vishnugad-Pipalkoti Hydro Electric Project tunnel in Uttarakhand's Chamoli district late Tuesday evening, officials sa

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