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Indias trade deficit widens to to $25.04 billion in December after five-month low in November

Indias merchandise trade deficit widened to $25.04 billion in December, reversing the decline seen in November when the gap had fallen to a five-

Watch | India champions Global South interests on world stage: PM Modi at CSPOC 2026

Supreme Court reserves verdict on a plea to withdraw life-sustaining treatment for Harish Rana

The hearing highlighted the importance of the family taking a consistent and well-considered decision

US-Iran Conflict: How military action may backfire on Donald Trump?

A US military strike on Iran could trigger political backlash, economic turmoil and regional escalation-making it a risky move for Donald Trump.

CBI conducts searches in various parts of Kolkata in bank fraud case

The searches were being conducted at the residence of a businessman in the city's New Alipore area, and in New Town near the city, among other pl

SC Turns Down Plea For CBFC Clearance For Vijay's Jana Nayagan

A bench of Justices Deepankar Datta and A.G. Masih heard the matter and asked the Madras High Court to decide the case by January 20

Quote of the day by Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang: Software is eating the world, but AI is going to eat

Jensen Huang, the visionary behind NVIDIA, transformed computer graphics and propelled the company to the forefront of artificial intelligence. H

Union Budget 2026: Make in India tops industry wish list amid execution worries

India Budget: Indian companies anticipate the Union Budget 2026 to prioritise domestic manufacturing and the 'Make in India' program. Industry st

Laikey Laikaa first look: Abhay Verma and Rasha Thadani exude intensity in new posters from the film

Written and directed by Saurabh Gupta, the film is set to be released in theatres in Summer 2026

Union Home Secretary Reviews J&K Security With LG Manoj Sinha

Jammu, Jan 15: Union Home Secretary Govind Mohan on Thursday reviewed the security situation in Jammu and Kashmir during a meeting with Lieutenan

This Video of Bangladeshs Mustafizur Rahman Asking People To Boycott IPL Is AI

Multiple AI detection tools showed that the video was generated using AI.

Akshaye Khanna to return as Rehman Dakait in Dhurandhar 2? Viral leaks about selective reshooting by Aditya Dhar sparks speculations

Akshaye Khanna's viral dance as Rehman Dakait in 'Dhurandhar' has sparked sequel buzz. 'Dhurandhar 2' is reportedly filmed, with reshoots focusin

BSP to contest all elections alone, including 2027 U.P. Assembly polls: Mayawati

There should be no confusion about this. The Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) will contest the next Assembly elections in Uttar Pradesh alone, says BSP

BSP To Contest All Elections Alone, Including 2027 UP Polls: Mayawati

BSP president Mayawati the party would form a government with a full majority in Uttar Pradesh

Kara: Dhanush-Vignesh Raja movie gets a title

Tamil star Dhanushs next film has been titled Kara, and it will be directed by Vignesh Raja, who debuted with the hit thriller Por Thozhil

Union Home Secretary Holds Meeting With J-K LG On Security Situation

Jammu, Jan 15: Union Home Secretary Govind Mohan on Thursday held a meeting with Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha here and discussed the security

Asaduddin Owaisi visits Hyderabads Puranapul following communal tension

Hyderabad: Hyderabad MP and AIMIM president Asaduddin Owaisi visited Puranapul on Thursday, January 15, following communal tension in the area. T

Sharwanands Nari Nari Naduma Murari is a Laugh Riot

Several sequences are neatly written, and the fun moments evoke loud laughter in theatres

Sai Pallavi and Junaid Khans Ek Din gets release date

The film has been produced by Aamir Khan Productions

The Raja Saab distributors to lose 40 to 50% in Telugu states?

Although Prabhas initially pulled crowds, the film witnessed a sharp decline once Chiranjeevis Mana Sankara Vara Prasad Garu took over the box of

Surprised by how easily New Zealand got across the line: Gavaskar

New Delhi: Former captain Sunil Gavaskar says he was quite surprised by how easily New Zealand upstaged India in the second ODI in Rajkot and den

French Prez Macron convenes emergency meeting to discuss Greenland, Iran

France's President Emmanuel Macron held an emergency defence meeting. Discussions focused on US President Donald Trump's interest in Greenland an

Zerodha CEO's Stinging Post As Markets Remain Shut For BMC Polls

Zerodha founder and CEO Nithin Kamath has questioned the shutting of the Indian stock exchanges for the local body elections in Mumbai. Flagging

Army Day 2026: Tech cant replace soldiers, Russia-Ukraine war shows conflicts may last years, says General Dwivedi

Indian Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi declared the Army fully prepared for all forms of warfare, emphasizing adaptation for future conflicts

Infosys Q3 Revenue Up By 8.9%, Profit Down 2.28%

The new labour codes impact of Rs 1289 crore for a three and nine months period was adjusted as exceptional item bringing down the overall profit

Russia To Expel UK Diplomat Accused Of Being Undercover Spy

Russia on Thursday said it was expelling a United Kingdom diplomat whom it accused of being an undercover spy. The Russian foreign ministry said

Short circuit during Mayawati's press conference in Lucknow fills room with smoke, no one injured

A brief panic erupted at a press conference in Lucknow on Thursday. Smoke filled the room during Bahujan Samaj Party president Mayawati's 70th bi

Anti-ICE protesters face off against Federal Agents in Minneapolis after ICE-involved shooting

ED raids I-PAC office: SC says very serious matter, will examine issue of agency's Kolkata raids facing 'obstruction'

The Supreme Court has taken a serious view of allegations that the West Bengal government and Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee obstructed the Enfor

Priyanka Chopra shines in sapphire necklace while Nick Jonas chooses Rs 19,000 watch at Golden Globes 2026

Priyanka Chopra dazzles in a sapphire Bvlgari necklace while Nick Jonas opts for a Rs 19,000 Fossil watch at the Golden Globes 2026, blending lux

Iran unrest: Owaisi urges Centre to prepare evacuation plan for Indian students

Iran has emerged as a growing concern for Indian families, with AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi urging the Centre to prepare an evacuation plan for

Atlantics biggest secret revealed: Scientists discover a gigantic invisible ocean hidden beneath the sea for decades

In a massive discovery, oceanographers have discovered a gigantic 'invisible' ocean hidden beneath the seafloor for decades. Known as the Atlanti

Think Skipping Dinner Helps Weight Loss? Think Again

As explained by Ryan Fernando, skipping meals may feel controlled, but it backfires. Metabolism slows, recovery suffers, hunger hormones spike, m

Disturbed By What Happened In High Court: Top Court On Mamata Banerjee vs ED

The Supreme Court today said it is very much disturbed by the chaos in the Calcutta High Court during the hearing related to the ongoing face-off

Bomb Inside Recorder To Suicide Bombing: Assassination Attempts On Khamenei

Iran's intelligence ministry states that foreign countries, including Israel and the US, are trying to weaken their country by plotting an attack

'Hum Do Humaare Do-isation' of economy disincentivising growth in private investment: Congress

Congress general secretary in-charge communications Jairam Ramesh also claimed that an atmosphere of Fear, Deception, and Intimidation (FDI) hove

Budget 2026: Agri sector pitches for tech push, climate-smart infrastructure

With the Budget 2026 on the horizon, leaders in the agriculture sector are rallying for a substantial increase in investments directed towards di

Mumbai civic polls heat up as Fadnavis, Thackeray brothers trade barbs

The deployment of Bhagwa Guards by Shiv Sena (UBT) and MNS drew criticism from Fadnavis, who alleged voter intimidation.

WPL 2026: Gujarat Giants seek revival against in-form RCB

Gujarat Giants face a stern test against table-toppers Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the Women's Premier League. After a recent defeat, the Gian

U19 World Cup Live: Early Blow For USA As India Star Takes Stunner

India U19 vs USA U19 LIVE Score & Updates: India U19 captain Ayush Mhatre won the toss and opted to bowl against USA in the ICC U19 World Cup 202

I-PAC raids row: Incident reflects very shocking pattern, ED tells Supreme Court

The States will feel they can barge in, commit theft, and then sit on a dharna. Let an example be set; officers who were explicitly present there

Nupur Sanon reveals mother wasn't sure about Stebin Ben; Kriti Sanon convinced family

Nupur Sanon has revealed that when her mother had doubts about her relationship with Stebin Ben, Kriti Sanon was the one to convince family membe

Pens Used Instead Of Indelible Ink: Thackerays' Big Charge On Mumbai Civic Polls

Raj Thackeray was speaking to reporters after voting for elections to the 227-ward Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC).

Supreme Court defers hearing on plea of C'garh against grant of bail to son of ex-CM in liquor scam cases

The Supreme Court has postponed a hearing on the Chhattisgarh government's challenge to bail for Chaitanya Baghel. Baghel, son of a former chief

Global backlash forces Elon Musk-led X to disable Grok's objectionable image generation feature

The remarks follow regulatory scrutiny after reports that Grok had complied with requests to digitally undress images of real people. X has since

ED moves SC seeking action against Bengal police over search obstruction during money laundering investigation

The Enforcement Directorate has moved the Supreme Court seeking the immediate suspension and disciplinary action against senior West Bengal polic

Sankranti Celebrated With Traditional Fervour Across Telangana

Sankranti is celebrated in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana for three days as 'Bhogi', 'Sankranti' and 'Kanuma'

Opinion: Opinion | All Talk, No Take-Off: The Reality Of Pakistan's JF-17 Hype

Pakistan's politically charged statements about its JF-17 jets make little sense given how the source-based discussions and expressions of intere

CM Omar Abdullah Speaks to EAM Jaishankar, Seeks Safety of J&K Students in Iran

Jammu, Jan 15: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Thursday said he spoke to External Affairs Minister Dr S. Jaishankar on the evolving situation in

PM Modi inaugurates 28th Conference of CSPOC in New Delhi, ensures creating open-source tech platforms for Global South

India Prime Minister Modi inaugurated the 28th Conference of Speakers and Presiding Officers of the Commonwealth (CSPOC) on 15 January 2026 in th

Holding you in my arms to holding your chaadar: Kriti Sanon pens a loving note for Nupur Sanon, Stebin Ben

Kriti Sanon has penned an emotional note for sister Nupur Sanon post her wedding with Stebin Ben.

RBI Office Attendant Recruitment 2026: Apply at rbi.org.in, check age limit, eligibility, selection process and how to apply

The Reserve Bank of India has opened online registrations for 572 Office Attendant positions for the Panel Year 2025. Eligible candidates, who ha

BrahMos missiles in full display at 78th Army Day Parade

Jaipur: Advanced weapon systems, armoured vehicles and BrahMos missiles were put on display during the 78th Army Day Parade that began on the Mah

BLACKPINK announces comeback album Deadline after three-year wait: Check release date and other details

BLACKPINK comeback album deadline release date: K-pop supergroup BLACKPINK has officially announced their comeback with their third mini album, D

Army Day 2026: Madras Regiment warrior dance, BrahMos, T-90 tank to M777 showcased in grand parade; Watch photos and videos

Jaipur hosted the 78th Army Day parade, a first outside a cantonment. The event displayed the Army's readiness and modern weaponry. New Bhairav B

Google Pixel 10a might launch soon: Check expected date, specs and more

The new Google Pixel 10a is set to arrive soon, likely in March or April. Leaks suggest it will look and perform much like its predecessor, the P

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CM Omar Abdullah Speaks To EAM Jaishankar On Iran Situation, Seeks Safety Of J&K Students

JAMMU, Jan 15: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Thursday said he has spoken to External Affairs Minister Dr S. Jaishankar regarding the evolving s

Mumbai civic election: Cash-for-vote cases, FIRs raise grim questions over poll fairness

Maharashtra civic polls: Allegations of widespread voter inducement surfaced across Mumbai Metropolitan Region before the vote. Reports and video

'Disturbed by what happened in Calcutta HC': SC hears ED plea against Mamata over I-Pac raids; calls allegations 'serious'

Makar Sankranti 2026: From Sangam Snan to Mahakaleshwar Darshan, Faith Unites India

When Brand Names Became Everyday Words

In everyday conversation, people often say they will xerox a document, fasten something with velcro, or apply a band-aid to a cut.

Air India, Indigo reroute flights due to Iran airspace closure amid US tensions

The airlines cited passenger safety as the top priority and are offering alternatives where possible. International carriers like Lufthansa have

Magh Mela: Over 21 lakh take dip at Sangam on Makar Sankranti

Prayagraj: More than 21 lakh devotees took dip in the Ganga and the Sangam at the ongoing Magh Mela here on Thursday, January 15, on the occasion

European Military Mission Set To Begin in Greenland

US President Donald Trump has repeatedly vowed to take control of the autonomous Danish territory, arguing that it is vital for US security

Meta's mega AI bet bursting? Mark Zuckerberg and his $14 billion hire Alexandr Wang clashing over companys AI future. Here's why

Is Meta's mega AI bet bursting? Mark Zuckerberg and his $14 billion AI hire Alexandr Wang are reportedly facing a rift. Reports hint that Alexand

Maharashtra civic polls: Opposition raises concerns over marker pens used instead of indelible ink, BMC to probe complaints

The ink on the finger after voting can be removed with a sanitiser. Instead of ink, pens are being used after voting, says Maharashta Navnirman S

Himachal Pradesh Tragedy: Six people burned alive after fire breaks out in 'chula' in Sirmaur district, one man survives

In a tragic incident from Himachal Pradesh, six people were burnt alive after a fire broke out in 'chula' (traditional cooking place) in remote T

Iran closes its airspace to commercial aircraft for hours as tensions with US remain high

International carriers diverted north and south around Iran, but after one extension, the closure appeared to have expired and several domestic f

Border 2: Sunny Deol, Varun Dhawan, Ahan Shetty honour Indian forces at Karwar Naval Base, launches film's music with real heroes

Border 2 team pays tribute to Indian Navy officers and sailors at Karwar Naval Base with a special evening of music, honour, and patriotism ahead

How a Hapur man built a medical store starting with bicycle deliveries

For Premchan Saini, the idea of running his own medical store did not arrive overnight. It grew slowly, shaped by years of work, uncertainty

Inside the small factory in Basti powering its paper dona economy

In Basti district, Virendra Kumar Mishra runs a small manufacturing unit linked to a product most people barely notice: disposable paper

Trump Reiterates Desire For Greenland Following High-Stakes Meeting

The remarks, which came after a high-stakes meeting between U.S., Danish and Greenlandic officials, indicate that there are still fundamental, if

The Laws of Dokkd: A 400-Year-Old Guide to Mental Independence

In an age defined by constant connection, the idea of solitude often feels uncomfortable. Yet in Japanese philosophy, being alone is not somethin

Jana Nayagan row: Thalapathy Vijay's fans suffer another blow as SC turns down 'ruined' producer's plea

Thalapathy Vijay's final film Jana Nayagan suffered another major setback as the Supreme Court has turned down the producer's plea of film's clea

Trump to meet Venezuelan oppn leader after cozying up to Maduros successor

Caracas: President Donald Trump is set to meet Thursday, january 15, at the White House with Venezuelan opposition leader Mara Corina Machado, wh

Singer Saindhavi on music, films and life | Margazhi | GV Prakash

Popular Chennai-based singer, Saindhavi, has just seen two radically different musical stages: Carnatic music performances at Chennais sabhas dur

Parents in panic as Indian Embassy urges students to leave Iran amid escalating crisis

Two sports trainees found dead in hostel in Kerala

The reason for the deaths is yet to be ascertained; police will record statements from other sportspersons in the hostel, their trainers and rela

Night Temperatures Go Up In Kashmir

SRINAGAR, Jan 15: Temperatures in Kashmir went up slightly remained well below the freezing point, officials here said on Thursday. Srinagar reco

Organ Transported on Commercial Flight For First Time in Kerala

The kidney of Ayona Monson (17), who died after falling from a school building in Payyavoor in Kannur district, was transported to Thiruvananthap

India strengthened democracy through people-centric policies, welfare-focussed laws: Birla

New Delhi, Jan 15: Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla on Thursday said Prime Minister Narendra Modis leadership is giving decisive resolutions to global

Splitsvilla season 16: Sunny Leones reported per episode fees

Mumbai: MTVs dating reality show Splitsvilla is back with its sixteenth season, and excitement is already in the air. Known for romance, rivalrie

Want to affix your nameplate: Kharge to PM on Manikarnika Ghat redevelopment in Varanasi

New Delhi, Jan 15 (PTI) Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge on Thursday lashed out at Prime Minister Narendra Modi over the redevelopment of th

X Implements Tech Measures To Prevent Grok From Generating Sexualised AI Content

This restriction applies to all users, including paid subscribers, X said in a post on its official 'Safety' handle.

X implements measures to prevent Grok from generating sexualised AI content

New Delhi: Microblogging platform X has implemented technological measures to prevent Grok from allowing the generation of images of real people

Kite flying shouldnt be death trap for others: Hyderabad CP

Hyderabad: A day after Sankranti Hyderabad Commissioner of Police, VC Sajjanar, on Thursday, January 15, issued a warning against Chinese Manja a

India's parliamentary system draws strength from tradition of debate, dissent: Harivansh

Rajya Sabha Deputy Chair Harivansh highlighted India's parliamentary strength rooted in dialogue, debate, and dissent. He addressed the Commonwea

India Turned Its Diversity Into Strength Of Its Democracy: PM Modi

NEW DELHI, Jan 15: India has turned diversity into the strength of its democracy and shown the world that democratic institutions and processes g

Budget 2026 key priorities: Skilling youth for an AI-ready future

Union Budget 2026: India, with about 65% of its population under 35, faces the twin challenge and opportunity of preparing nearly 950 million you