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UK navy launches new crewless helicopter to counter North Atlantic threats

Britain's Royal Navy has successfully tested its first large autonomous helicopter, named Proteus. This advanced aircraft is designed for dangero

Airbus' helicopters unit wins drone contract from French Navy

Airbus and Naval Group have secured a significant contract to build six VSR700 drones for the French Navy. These advanced uncrewed aerial systems

Jharkhands presence at Davos WEF underscores state's role in Indias economic growth: Officials

Jharkhand is set to showcase its critical minerals potential at the World Economic Forum in Davos and during a UK visit. The state aims to positi

South Africa probes Iran's role in BRICS+ naval drills

South Africa is investigating Iran's presence in BRICS+ naval drills near Cape Town. Reports suggest President Ramaphosa asked Iran to leave to p

Wordle Answer January 16: Hints and solution decided for Friday puzzle #1,672

Wordle is a daily word puzzle that challenges players to identify a hidden five-letter word in six tries. Developed in 2021 by software engineer

Prayer leader in Iran, the faithful call for executions over protests, a red line for Trump

A senior Iranian cleric has called for the execution of detained protesters. He also issued direct threats against US President Donald Trump. The

'Washington pushing Middle East to': Russia, China warn of WAR if 'US attacks Iran' at UN meeting

Prashant Tamang: The 'Indian Idol' of the Marginalised

Prashant Tamang passed away at the age of 43 at his home in Delhi on 11 January 2026.

Delhi Pollution: GRAP 3 curbs enforced in Delhi-NCR as air quality likely to turn 'severe'

GRAP 3 restrictions were revoked earlier this month after the air quality improved; however, several preventive and control measures under GRAP 1

Maharashtra Civic Polls: AIMIM a Surprise Winner, Does Better Than NCPSP & MNS

AIMIM has done well in Malegaon, Sambhajinagar, Dhule and Nanded Municipal Corporations.

SC verdict in Tiger Global puts spotlight on F&O trades from DTAA countries

The judgment will also have a far-reaching impact on foreign investment in India

Ready-made garment exports rise 3% in December on diversification

December rebound offsets tariff impact as apparel exporters tap new markets

Uddhav Exceeds Expectations to Rescue Sena. Can He Rescue the Thackeray Brand?

The wait is over, the verdict is out. The Thackeray cousins reunited but could not manage to win the BMC elections.

Construction of new bridge near Railway Junction drags on

The Highways Department is likely to begin work on Mannarpuram side after March 15 by which time the Railways is expected to move the materials r

Harleen bounces back one day after being retired out

IIT Madras develops data driven Integrated Road safety dashboard

The platform integrates data from multiple departments and presents it through real-time analytics and actionable insights

7 men Mrunal Thakur was linked with in past before Dhanush

Mumbai: Internet is filled with reports and rumours around actors Mrunal Thakur and Dhanush. Industry whispers suggest that the two stars may be

Solar eclipse to create ring of fire; will Hyderabad witness it?

Hyderabad: Astrophiles will once again get a chance to look at the ring of fire due to an annular solar eclipse on February 17, however, those in

The Essence of Indian Fashion Is Timeless, adaptable and Rooted in Drape

Legendary fashion designer Tarun Tahiliani looks back on three decades of Indian fashion through drape, memory, history, and lived experience.

TS-iPASS praise by NITI Aayog matter of pride for Telangana: KTR

Hyderabad: Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) working president KT Rama Rao on Friday, January 16, said that NITI Aayogs praise for TS-iPASS policy, de

Book of the Day: Why this tech-meets-culture literary novel by an award-winning author is impossible to put down?

Book of the Day: Responses to Death of the Author have spanned from enthusiastic praise to measured, thoughtful critique. Many readers have highl

GRAP Stage III curbs in Delhi-NCR as air quality turns severe: Whats allowed, whats not

Delhi-NCR faces Stage III Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) measures as air quality has entered the 'severe' category. Restrictions include 50%

Will Meet Modi Any Number of Times for State's Benefit: Revanth Reddy

Revanth Reddy said he would request the prime minister to sanction an airport for Adilabad district to improve connectivity

Rajasthan BLO threatens suicide over order to delete 470 minority voters

A Booth Level Officer (BLO) from Rajasthans Hawa Mahal Assembly constituencyhas threatened to commit suicide after he was allegedly pressured to

Rare winter shock: Arctic blast may trigger snow in Florida and freeze the south

An Arctic blast is set to bring a small but potent snowstorm to the South and East this weekend, with chances of snowfall from the Florida Panhan

Wipro Q3 Results: Net profit drops 7% YoY to 3,119 cr; dividend of 6 per share

Nearly 44,000 startups registered in 2025, highest since the launch of Startup India: PM Modi

The Prime Minister, speaking on the 10th anniversary of Startup India, said that there are now more than 2 lakh startups across the country and a

Kerala Health department launches new web portal

How Pinakin Patel crafted a design legacy

An expansive survey of the self-taught architect and designers work is set to open at Nilaaya Anthology in Mumbai

India in talks with US as Chabahar Port sanctions waiver nears April 26 expiry, says MEA

India is in talks with the United States. This is to ensure its Chabahar Port plans continue. A US sanctions waiver is in place until April 26. T

How Failed Thackeray Reunion May Have Cost 1 Cousin More Than The Other

Maharashtra's complicated political space took a turn ahead of the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation elections when estranged cousins Uddhav and

AP CM's Nod for APFIRST Research Centre in Tirupati

Naidu gave consent for setting up a research centre named AP Futuristic Innovation and Research in Science and Technology (AP FIRST) in Tirupati

Coimbatore Corporation plans new zonal offices ahead of expansion

How to Take a Legal Break From Your Marriage

In an era where matrimonial conflicts are increasingly complex, Indian law offers a nuanced remedy of divorce - judicial separation!

Ashton Kutcher returns to acting, appears solo on red carpet with Mila Kunis nowhere in sight

Ashton Kutcher returns to acting in The Beauty, an FX/Hulu suspense thriller created by Ryan Murphy. It centers on a revolutionary drug that offe

Mitchell reaps the dividends of meticulous planning

How infrastructure is powering Mumbais ultra-luxury property markets

New transport links and metros are reducing travel time and redrawing citys real estate hierarchy

Kartik Aaryan walks away from his Rs 15 crore paycheck: Reports

Mumbai: In an industry where success is celebrated loudly and failures are quickly forgotten, Kartik Aaryan has chosen a different path. The acto

Quote of the day by by Nicki Minaj: You have to know that as long as you love who you are

Nicki Minajs quote of the day focuses on self-love, personal values, and confidence. The message says people should accept who they are and trust

No Nipah virus case in Tripura: Official

Mission Director, National Health Mission (NHM), Saju Waheed A, said the government is serious about preventing the disease and has taken multipl

As AI reshapes Engineering, IITs double down on humanities and creative arts

From popular Psychology electives in old IITs to the recent launch of the Centre for Creative Arts at IIT Hyderabad, humanities education is emer

Quote by Kendrick Lamar: 'The best thing is to always keep honest people around, because...'

Kendrick Lamar, a highly influential hip-hop artist, emphasizes the importance of honest feedback in his creative process, avoiding yes men to ma

Assam CM Flags Concern Over Inadequate Response of West Bengal Over Infiltration

The chief minister exudes confidence to win Assam assembly polls with thumping majority

I-PAC raids in Kolkata: ED seeks to add MHA, DoPT as parties in its plea in SC

The Enforcement Directorate has approached the Supreme Court. It seeks to include the Union Home Ministry and the Department of Personnel and Tra

BJP Sweeps Mumbai Civic Polls, Becomes Largest Party in BMC

Coupled with a decent performance by Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde's Shiv Sena, the BJP is now in the driver's seat to govern the cash-rich

Analysis | Why Saudi Arabia opposed U.S. strike on Iran

According to Gulf and American officials, Saudi Arabia, along with Qatar, Oman and Turkey, lobbied the Trump administration against military acti

Mastiii 4 OTT release date: When and where to watch Vivek Oberoi, Riteish Deshmukh, Aftab Shivdasani-starrer sex comedy

Starring Vivek Oberoi, Riteish Deshmukh, Aftab Shivdasani, Arshad Warsi, Tusshar Kapoor, and Nargis Fakhri, the sex comedy Mastiii 4 will start s

Dhanush, Mrunal Thakur set for Valentine's Day wedding

Dhanush is rumored to be tying the knot with Mrunal Thakur in an intimate ceremony to be held on Valentine's Day on February 14.

'I was impressed by him': Venezuelas Machado gives Peace Prize medal to Trump; Nobel panel warns

Did Gautam Gambhir whisper in Ajit Agarkar's ear for Rohit Sharma's ODI captaincy exit? Shocking claims emerge

Did Gautam Gambhir play a behind-the-scenes role in Rohit Sharma's captaincy exit? Fresh accusations suggest the Indian head coach may have influ

Mortgage rates fall to three-year low: Why mortgage rates are dropping and whether Trumps $200 billion bond move can fix housing affordability in 2026

Mortgage rates plunged to 6.06%, hitting a three-year low. This shift follows President Trumps $200 billion mortgage bond initiative. The average

BJP Triumphs Over Thackerays In Mumbai, Trumps Pawars In Pune Civic Polls

Mumbai, Jan 16 : Breaking the nearly three-decade-old dominance of the undivided Shiv Sena, the BJP on Friday emerged as the single largest party

Amid T20 WC venue change row, ICC to send delegation to Bangladesh

Dhaka: In a bid to resolve the ongoing impasse over Bangladeshs participation in the upcoming T20 World Cup, the International Cricket Council (I

Indelible ink issue in BMC polls another troubling chapter of Vote Chori: CM Siddaramaiah

Bengaluru, Jan 16 (PTI) Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Friday flagged media reports claiming that indelible ink used to mark voters dur

Nominate Officials for Metro Expansion Works: Kishan Reddy to CM

Kishan Reddy raised concern over delays in moving forward with Hyderabad Metro Phase-II, which the Telangana government has decided to take up

Evening news wrap: BJP sweeps Mumbai civic polls; Trump unveils US-backed Gaza 'board of peace' & more

Documentary explores artistic legacy of drishti bommai

TNCSC asks farmers to book slots for selling paddy at DPCs

An SMS will be sent to farmers mobile number indicating the date and time of procurement, according to which they can bring their paddy to the DP

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'Tim Walz knew all along!': Shocking Minnesota fraud details revealed at explosive House hearing

What BMC and civic poll results mean for Maharashtra politics: BJPs rise, Senas fall, and the failure of Pawar-play

The BJP-led Mahayuti alliance is poised for a significant victory in Maharashtra's civic elections, including the BMC. The results highlight the

PM Modi to visit Bengal on January 17-18, address rallies in Malda, Singur

This will be the prime ministers second visit to the State amid the ongoing SIR exercise and his first since the political firestorm triggered by

Bharat Forge wins Rs 300 Cr defence drone contracts from IAF

Bharat Forge has won Rs 300 crore in contracts to deliver indigenous drone platformsOmega One, Omega Nine, Bayonet, and Cleaverto the Indian Army

Who is Shrikant Pangarkar? Gauri Lankesh murder accused wins from Ward 13 of Jalna Municipal Corporation

?Shrikant defeated his nearest rival, Raosaheb Dhoble of the BJP, who received 2,477 votes. He is accused of the 2017 murder of journalist Gauri

Uddhav Thackeray's Options After Losing Control Of Richest Civic Body BMC

Uddhav Thackeray may have lost control of the BMC amid a massive challenge from the BJP, but his position as a leader of consequence has remained

After BMC Drubbing, BJP Lobs Raj Thackeray's Rasmalai Dig Back At Him

Indulging in some sweet gloating after the BJP-Shiv Sena alliance crossed the halfway mark in leads in the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation ele

Viral dessert stall everyone is lining up for at Numaish 2026

Hyderabads numaish has always been about discovery, walking through endless lanes, following the smell of food, and stopping wherever curiosity l

Kartik Aaryan returns Rs 15 crore from TMMTMTTM fees to Karan Johar after film flops at box office: Report

According to a report in Bollywood Hungama, the actor waived around Rs 15 crore from his remuneration shortly after the film's release, amid repo

'Am Much Poor Than Yuvraj, Sehwag; They Always Have Rs 5-6 Crore': Ex-Star

Virender Sehwag and Yuvraj Singh played for India with the ex-cricketer in the 2000s.

J&K | Security Forces Busted Terrorist Hideout Near Kamad Nallah In Billawar

KATHUA, Jan 16: Security forces busted three terrorist hideouts in the Billawar area of Kathua district during a joint operation, police said on

International Spice Day 2026: Try Asias spiciest wraps In Hyderabad

Spicy food in India is not just about taste. It is tradition, identity, and emotion served on a plate. From the first crackle of tempering in hot

Maharashtra: Gauri Lankesh Murder Case Accused Wins Jalna Civic Poll as Independent

Except for Shiv Sena, almost all major political parties had fielded their candidates against Pangarkar

Mystica, Jumanah, Opus Dei and Charlie Brown show out

Maharashtra civic polls: Gadkari says Mahayuti victory will boost development

Union Minister Nitin Gadkari congratulated CM Devendra Fadnavis and Deputy CM Eknath Shinde as trends showed the BJP-led Mahayuti heading for a s

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IRCTC hotel scam case: HC issues notice to CBI on Rabris plea

New Delhi: The Delhi High Court on Friday, January 16, issued notice to the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on a plea filed by former Bihar

Chennai International Book Fair 2026 attracts delegates from 102 countries

Dancers brought Chandralekhas creative spirit alive with inspired performances at the 19th Memorial Festival

Held at Spaces, the two-day festival brought together artistes from Kerala practising diverse styles.

Jalna civic poll results: Gauri Lankesh murder accused Shrikant Pangarkar wins

Shrikant Pangarkar contested from Ward No. 13 and defeated his closest rival, Raosaheb Dhoble of the BJP. Pangarkar secured 2,661 votes, while Dh

PM Modi to visit West Bengal on January 17-18, address rallies amidst SIR, ED-IPAC row

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit West Bengal for back-to-back engagements, addressing rallies in Malda and Singur amidst political dispute

Global Vertical Mobility Leaders to Converge in Bengaluru at Smart Lift & Mobility World 2026

In Focus Podcast | Chinas mega-dam on the Yarlung Tsangpo: How will it affect India?

Chinas plan for the worlds largest hydropower dam on the Yarlung Tsangpo river raises concerns. In this episode, journalist Samrat Choudhury tell

U.S vs Iran face-off at UN Security Council: America signals possible action on Tehran amid protests

Air India, Singapore Airlines to deepen ties with cooperation framework

NEW DELHI, Jan 16 (Reuters) Air India and Singapore Airlines on Friday announced an agreement to improve cooperation between the two flag carrie

West Bengal steps up Nipah preparedness with new treatment guidelines

West Bengal has issued guidelines for Nipah virus treatment. Two nurses have tested positive and are hospitalised. The state government stresses

Maharashtra civic election results: Congress sweeps Latur civic body polls

According to election officials, the Congress emerged as the largest party with 43 seats. The BJP won 22 seats, the Vanchit Bahujan Aaghadi secur

Simplicity Wins: Kangana Ranauts Saree Game Explained

Kangana Ranaut wears sarees as an extension of her personality rooted, confident, and refreshingly minimal. Her choices celebrate tradition witho

Thought of the day by Agatha Christie: One doesn't recognize the really important moments

The Thought of the Day today prompts reflection on how effortlessly pivotal moments can slip by unnoticed. Christies words imply that significanc

RSMSSB 4th Grade Result 2026 Out at rssb.rajasthan.gov.in; get direct link for RSSB merit list PDF here

The result shows the marks scored, whether the candidate has passed, and if they are eligible for the next stage of the recruitment process.

Survey challenges online stranger danger, finds young people fear unwanted contact from known persons more

While 77.9% of respondents reported household-level smartphone access, access to computers or laptops showed a stark urban-rural divide