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UAE President Al Nahyan arrives in India

Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan will be in the national capital for less than two hours, according to his schedule released by the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA)

19 Jan 2026 5:48 pm
No bag day every Saturday in Andhra Pradesh? A teacher reflects on possibility and pressure

No Bag Day should not become an unstructured or token activity. Teachers need to plan with the same care that they apply to academic lessons such as identifying emotional, social, and metacognitive skills to be developed and ensuring inclusivity for every child.

19 Jan 2026 5:47 pm
Europes deadliest train accidents in recent years: Timeline

A high-speed train derailment in southern Spain has left at least 39 people dead and injured more than 150.

19 Jan 2026 5:39 pm
In Focus Podcast | Jana Nayagan vs. the CBFC: What goes behind censoring 720 hours of film?

Vijays farewell film, Jana Nayagan, faces a last-minute Revising Committee review, raising political conspiracy claims. Aroon Deep joins us on In Focus to explore film censorship.

19 Jan 2026 5:30 pm
Spanish train collision: EAM Jaishankar expresses grief

The evening train between Malaga and Madrid went off the rails near Cordoba and slammed into a train coming from Madrid to Huelva, according to a rail operator

19 Jan 2026 5:27 pm
What is speed reading?

If there were an Olympics for bookworms, theres a good chance that speed-reading would be the activity equivalent to sprints.

19 Jan 2026 5:25 pm
Doctors and dancers decode the physics of movement and posture to prevent injuries

Understanding the body mechanics is emerging as a crucial tool for dancers and will change the way they train, perform and heal.

19 Jan 2026 5:24 pm
Kannur cyber police nab Punjab man for duping doctor of 10.5 lakh in digital arrest scam

The accused, identified as Jeevan Ram, a native of Ludhiana, was arrested from a remote village following a high-risk operation

19 Jan 2026 5:21 pm
IMF upgrades Indias 2025-26 growth to 7.3% from earlier estimate of 6.6%

The report projects global growth to remain resilient at 3.3% in calendar year 2026 and at 3.2% in 2027, largely the same as the 3.3% estimated for 2025.

19 Jan 2026 5:19 pm
CM Stalin lays foundation stone for Mamallan reservoir, proposed as Chennais sixth drinking water source

The reservoir would have an annual storage capacity of 2.25 tmcft when filled twice and a potential to supply 170 million litres a day (mld) to Chennai

19 Jan 2026 5:19 pm
Three cheers to GCCs online space for tree talk

Greater Chennai Corporation tightens the noose around those abusing trees in public spaces

19 Jan 2026 5:17 pm
DGP K. Ramachandra Rao back in controversy after video of inappropriate behaviour surfaces

Mr. Rao told the media that the now viral video video was eight years old and was recorded when he was posted in Belagavi. He termed the incident as a conspiracy to tarnish his image.

19 Jan 2026 5:08 pm
19 Jan 2026 5:00 pm
Sensex, Nifty succumb to selling pressure in blue-chips Reliance, ICICI Bank

Reliance Industries dropped 3.04%t after the company reported a flat net profit for the third quarter

19 Jan 2026 5:00 pm
Daily Quiz: On Indira Gandhi

A quiz on Indira Gandhi on the occasion of her becoming Prime Minister for the first time on this date 60 years ago

19 Jan 2026 5:00 pm
One dead, four wounded in Czech town hall shooting

Police said the suspect was fatally shot and there was no further danger; a motive for the shooting wasn't immediately clear

19 Jan 2026 4:59 pm
Painting the town pink: The Pink Panther franchise through the years

What comes to your mind when you hear Pink Panther? For some of you, it could be the nostalgic cartoons you probably watched growing up. It could be the movies with Steve Martin. Or it could be that iconic saxophone music. Either way, The Pink Panther has etched a place in peoples hearts for generations. Lets trace the history of this evergreen franchise.

19 Jan 2026 4:51 pm
Landslide risk: protective netting to be installed on Thamarassery Ghat Road

Traffic regulations, including a complete ban on multi-axle and other heavy vehicles, to ease congestion on the ghat road will be strictly enforced until all renovation works are completed

19 Jan 2026 4:50 pm
Do Deewane Seher Mein teaser: Siddhant Chaturvedi and Mrunal Thakurs imperfectly perfect love story

Backed by Sanjay Leela Bhansali, the film is set to be released in theatres on February 20

19 Jan 2026 4:49 pm
Europe readying steps against Trump tariff blackmail on Greenland: Germany

Lars Klingbeil said Europes response could have three main strands, including putting on hold the current tariff deal with the United States

19 Jan 2026 4:48 pm
Hindutva leader Harshita Thakur, 6 others booked for provocative gesture against dargah in Belagavi

The vehicle was moving in front of the Syed Ansari dargah, when Ms. Thakur made repeated gestures of shooting arrows towards the religious place. Her supporters and a few members of the crowd started cheering and clapping.

19 Jan 2026 4:47 pm
Trupti Bhoirs Paro sheds light on a prevalent social evil threatening women across the heart of India

Truptis Paro, directed by Gajendra Ahire, is on the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences list of 201 feature films eligible to compete for the Best Picture award at the Oscars 2026

19 Jan 2026 4:43 pm
Essential that we frame our own rules adhering to our necessities: Power Minister Manohar Lal

Mr. Lal also emphasised that it was essential that while regulations are important, they must drive further excellency

19 Jan 2026 4:32 pm
Renovation work at Madurai Meenakshi Temple progressing at brisk pace

About 90% of the major renovation tasks are nearing completion ahead of the upcoming kumbabhishekam

19 Jan 2026 4:24 pm
Karnataka pushes Beyond Bengaluru growth with 1.93 crore grant to Vertex Managed Workspace in Mangaluru

It is one of thelargest IT Policy grantsissued to anon-Bengaluru workspace operator

19 Jan 2026 4:00 pm
First phase of houses for Wayanad landslide survivors to be handed over in February: Kerala Revenue Minister

K. Rajan says the houses, constructed as part of broader township project on Elston Estate near Kalpetta, will be ready for occupation with all required basic facilities

19 Jan 2026 4:00 pm
100 years of Winne-the-Pooh: What the cuddly teddy bear teaches us about the need to slow down and be gentle

Winnie-the-Pooh, the first collection of stories about a teddy bear and his friends, turns a century. Fans share their memories of the cartoon character and why he appeals to them

19 Jan 2026 3:56 pm
What is the HPV vaccines role in preventing cervical cancer?

The HPV vaccine is not used to cure cancer; it also does not cure HPV if it is present. What it does, is ensure that some of the most detrimental types of HPV do not enter and infect the body in the first place

19 Jan 2026 3:54 pm
Narrow escape for RTC bus passengers as driver suffers epileptic fit and bus goes off the road

Seven of the 85 passengers reported injuries as bus ploughs into a field in Vizianagaram district

19 Jan 2026 3:50 pm
Kuvempu University V-C welcomes release of grants, condemns Mysore University V-Cs reaction on the issue

University of Mysore Vice-Chancellor Prof. N.K. Lokanath had suggested that Kuvempu University was benefited more by the release of grants

19 Jan 2026 3:48 pm
Rani Mukerji interview: Self-preservation is important for an actor

The actor opens up about shooting certain disturbing scenes in Mardaani 3, her thoughts on winning the National Award, how box office reception affects her and more

19 Jan 2026 3:47 pm
NEET aspirant death case: Congress workers stage protest against Bihar Government

A large number of the Congress workers gathered near the Income Tax Crossing, holding placards and raising slogans against CM Nitish Kumar and the police

19 Jan 2026 3:47 pm
Rahul Gandhi skips court appearance in defamation case, next hearing on February 20

Rahul Gandhi has been granted a final opportunity to appear in court after missing his scheduled hearing due to prior commitments in Kerala

19 Jan 2026 3:47 pm
The Hindu Lit For Life| Books as an escape, and a steadying presence for readers

At The Hindu Lit For Life, readers below the age of 30 tell us about their favourite books, discovering new authors and why they read

19 Jan 2026 3:45 pm
SIR in Tamil Nadu: Election Commission extends period for filing claims and objections until January 30

The Election Commission has urged eligible citizens to make use of the extended period to submit their claims and objections relating to the electoral rolls within the stipulated time frame

19 Jan 2026 3:36 pm
Japan PM Sanae Takaichi calls snap election on Feb. 8 to seek stronger mandate

The country's first woman leader is banking on her high poll numbers to lead the unpopular ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) to victory.

19 Jan 2026 3:36 pm
Ajay Devgn and Danish Devgns Lens Vault Studios unveil generative AI original Bal Tanhaji

The project is rooted in the legacy of Ajays blockbuster historical film, Tanhaji: The Unsung Warrior

19 Jan 2026 3:36 pm
CMRIT to celebrate silver jubilee in Bengaluru on January 21

The institutes new Incubation Centre and Auditorium will be inaugurated

19 Jan 2026 3:36 pm
Four persons missing near Bhadra canal in Karnataka, search in progress

A woman, her son, daughter and son-in-law had gone to the canal to wash clothes, according to their relatives

19 Jan 2026 3:29 pm
The bushido way: uncovering the nature of samurai

You may know them from movies, manga, anime, and comics. But what about the samurai warriors in reality? Lets take a look at many important factors and characteristics surrounding these retainers.

19 Jan 2026 3:29 pm