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Zelensky Stops in Canada En Route to US as Russia Pummels Ukraine

Zelensky said the Russian onslaught showed Moscow had no intention of ending the invasion it launched in February 2022

Zelenskyy talks with allies en route to U.S. as Russia pummels Ukraine

During a stopover in Canada en route to Florida for the Trump meeting, the Ukrainian President spoke first with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carn

How oil, drugs and immigration fueled Trump's Venezuela campaign

President Donald Trump's administration launched a secret military operation targeting Latin American drug cartels. This campaign intensified pre

Morning Digest: Assam draft voter list flags over 10 lakh names for deletions; SC special bench to hear suo motu case on definition of Aravalis, and more

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Iran's President says his country is in full-scale war with West

Pezeshkian said the Wests war against Iran is more complicated and more difficult compared to the 1980-1988 war with Iraq

Connoisseurs and converts enjoy a concoction of coffee, Carnatic music

After 35 years, I claimed my surname: Neeraj Ghaywan on Homebound and why empathy is the need of the hour

The filmmaker distinguishes himself through his commitment to authentic, intersectional storytelling that centres around marginalised experiences

An educationist considers some crucial differences between higher education institutes in India and the U.S.

Indian institutions can emulate some of the best educational practices from American HEIs to empower their students

Indian wines taste victory beyond grapes & borders

Indian fruit-based wines are gaining traction abroad. Jamun wine, made in Nashik, has been exported to the US. Wines from Kashmiri apples and Alp

The new world of surrendered left-wing extremists

The lives of those involved in the Maoist movement remain largely hidden, shaped by a culture of secrecy. Satyasundar Barik speaks with several s

Twist in court: 2nd husband testifies for 1st; woman loses 17-year old domestic violence case

A 17-year-old domestic violence case took an unexpected turn when a woman's current husband testified, confirming her second marriage. This revel

Russia strikes Ukraine's capital killing one, day before Zelenskyy-Trump meeting

Explosions boomed across Kyiv as the attack began in early morning and continued for hours

Old & bold: When 70+ go skydiving & bungee jumping

A group of over 70 Indians, defying age and physical limitations, are embracing adventure. From skydiving and scuba diving to trekking in Antarct

Is the health for all campaign on track?: Explained

What are Indias challenges on the health front? What does it need to do on funding? Why is there a growing resistance to antibiotics? Why did Ind

Chennai Corporation to implement city-wide smart parking management

The system will be rolled out initially in Anna Nagar and T. Nagar; official says the ultimate aim of CUMTAs Comprehensive Mobility Plan is to pu

Residents resort to road roko after two deaths in Tiruttani

Locals allege the deaths were caused by contaminated drinking water; health officials say food and water samples are being collected for testing

LG lays foundation stone for construction of 320 houses for families affected due to flash-floods, land-slides in Reasi

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Dec 27: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Saturday laid the foundation stone to build 320 houses completely damag

Jammu and Kashmir States Judicial Evolution Decoded

Justice (Retd.) G D Sharma pallav5354@gmail.com When on October 26, 1947, Maharaja Hari Singh acceded to the Union of India, the total area of th

Parkash Purab of Guru Gobind Singh Ji celebrated

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Dec 27: Parkash Purab of Guru Gobind Singh Ji Maharaj was celebrated at Gurdwara Digiana Ashram Jammu under the su

High voltage drama outside Lok Bhavan as Sangharsh Samiti stages protest against LG

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Dec 27: In a high voltage drama, Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Sangharsh Samiti today held a strong protest demonstration

2-day orientation programme on POCSO Act begins

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Dec 27: Under the patronage of Chief Justice, High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh (Patron-in-Chief, J&K Judic

A sobering reflection

Vishal Sharma As the current year recedes into oblivion and the New Year nears, its time for a sober reflection. Every time when we lurch towards

AIIMS Jammu emerges as hub of advanced healthcare, edu & research: Prof Shakti

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Dec 27: Prof (Dr) Shakti Kumar Gupta, Executive Director & CEO of AIIMS Jammu, today highlighted the Institutions

Traffic cop suspended for making social media reel with official vehicle on Mughal Road

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Dec 27: A traffic police officer has been suspended for misusing an official vehicle to make a social media reel o

Kristianrangni kosako kragija dakaniko jegalgrima

SHILLONG: Adita salrangna skang, Assam aro Rajpur jolrango, Kristianrangni Krismasko maniengmiting somoio Bajrang Dal-ni golmal kana jotton kaani

England break Test drought in Australia

Melbourne, Dec 27: England ended an 18-match winless streak in Australia and beat the home side by four wickets in the fourth Ashes test at the M

HNLC bobil dolni kamikkenataniko VPP jegala

SHILLONG: Voice of the Peoples Party (VPP)-ni president aro Nongkrem MLA Ardent Miller Basaiawmoit-ko manchape VPP-ni dilgiparangna kamikkenatani

It would be hell somewhere else: Stokes; KP, sees selective criticism

Melbourne, Dec 27: England captain Ben Stokes on Saturday came down heavily on the overwhelmingly bowler-friendly Melbourne pitch on which 20 wic

Managing old age

Embrace it as a meaningful part of life; strive for independence, cooperate with caregivers, and avoid being overly demanding

Krismas manianiko golmal kaanina Shillong MP-ba jegalata

SHILLONG: Batanggimin sal somoirango, Krismasko manienggipa manderangni kosako kragija dake champengna jotton kagipa dolni manderangko Shillong-n

NGHYF-ni membor-rang, Mendipathar railway station-ko niea

Niam gri koela salani, napsrukanirang dongkuja ine akanga MENDIPATHAR: West Khasi Hills ajani koelarangko, asongni dingtang dingtang biaprangona

Smith overtakes Border in Ashes run chart

Melbourne, Dec 27: Steve Smith etched his name deeper into Ashes history on Friday, overtaking Allan Border to become Australias second-highest r

Did BCCI look at Gambhirs replacement?

Jaipur, Dec 27: Gautam Gambhirs record as Indias white ball coach has been pretty impressive with an ICC and ACC trophy in each of the two format

Jowai-Malidor ramako Shillong MP nianga

SHILLONG: Jowai-oni Malidor-ona dakanggipa National Highway (NH) ramani obosta namroroangjaengaha ine badi kaanirangko manahani gimin Sonibar sal

Silver hits all-time high of Rs 2.42 lakh a kg in futures trade on supply fears, Fed rate cut bets

NEW DELHI, Dec 27: Silver prices rallied over 15 per cent last week to scale a fresh record high of Rs 2.42 lakh per kg in the futures market, dr

Indonesian rescuers search for Spanish family after boat sinks near Komodo Island

JAKARTA, Dec 27: Indonesian rescuers searched for four members of a Spanish family today after a tour boat carrying 11 people sank overnight near

I want justice, wife of man who died in Canadian hospital waiting triage

TORONTO (CANADA), Dec 26: Wife of a 44-year-old Indian-origin man who died due to suspected cardiac arrest awaiting treatment for over eight hour

AI Express first line fit B737-8 MAX plane to land in national capital on Dec 29

NEW DELHI, Dec 27: Air India Express first line fit Boeing 737-8 MAX will arrive in the national capital on Monday which will also be the first a

CPI(M) slams govt over attacks on Christmas celebrations, says inaction is deliberate

NEW DELHI, Dec 27: The CPI(M) today condemned the attacks on Christmas celebrations in several parts of the country and alleged that the governme

Thrilling encounters mark J&K Billiards & Snooker Cship

Excelsior Sports Correspondent JAMMU, Dec 27: The 29th Jammu & Kashmir UT Billiards and Snooker Championship, being organized by the J&K Billiard

UP boy who saved dad from crocodile wants to protect nation

A nine-year-old boy, Ajay Raj Nishad, received the Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar for his bravery after saving his father from a crocodile

Congress running misleading propaganda against VB-G RAM G Act: BJP

NEW DELHI, Dec 27: The BJP today dismissed as baseless the Congresss claims on the VB-G RAM G Act and accused the opposition party of running a s

Quote of the day by Og Mandino: 'Cherish each hour of this day for it can never return' Here's some timeless quotes by bestseller author

Quote of the day by Og Mandino shares a message about time and daily purpose. Og Mandino was a writer and speaker. He wrote The Greatest Salesman

All 20 DDCs get fresh lease of life for about two months

Law Deptt gives opinion to RDD Date of constitution, not oath taken into account Sanjeev Pargal JAMMU, Dec 27: Twenty District Development Counci

Preserving KPs cultural, linguistic, civilisational ethos essential: Dr Jitendra

Govt committed to address long standing issues Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Dec 27 : Expressing concern over continuing dilution of the communi

45 AEs elevated; 77 AEEs, AEs shifted, posted in PDD

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Dec 27: The Government today elevated/placed 39 In-charge Assistant Engineers (AEs), Electrical, as In-charge Assi

After CWC meet, Cong announces campaign to save MGNREGA

Abhiyan to start from Jan 5: Kharge NEW DELHI, Dec 27:The Congress on Saturday announced a nationwide campaign against the repeal of the MGNREGA

Eat, like, share

In the attention economy, food is also a performance

Night temps plunge below freezing point

Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, Dec 27: The night temperatures plunged below the freezing point in Kashmir as the mercury dropped at most place

3 OGWs arrested, booked under PSA

Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR Dec 27: Police today detained three Over Ground Workers (OGWs) in Shopian district of South Kashmir and booked t

CBK files charge sheet in livestock fraud case

Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, Dec 27: The Crime Branch Kashmir (CBK) today filed a charge sheet in a high-value livestock fraud case, in whic

J&Ks 2025 Sporting Glory

Mithun Manhas becomes BCCI President Former Delhi and J&K captain, son of the soil Mithun Manhas was elected as the new president of the Board of

Consumer forum orders Udaipur hotel to pay 10 lakh over breach of privacy

Ageing gracefully

Make more use of sensory perceptions and mindfulness, and give more meaning to life

Fond memories of a venerable guru

A student remembers musician T.M. Thyagarajan

Rahul permanent spokesperson of anti-India global forces: BJP

BJP alleges Congress is a mouthpiece for anti-India global forces, citing Sam Pitroda's confirmation of the party's membership in George Soros-li

State carrying baggage of unresolved issues to 2026

2025 IN REVIEW By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Dec 27: The year 2025 is set to bid goodbye in a few days, but issues continue to linger, with solutions

Meghalaya govt employees get extended holiday break

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Dec 27: Government employees in Meghalaya are enjoying an extended winter vacation as all state government offices rema

The therapy for the future

While traditional pharmacology aims to chemically correct the disrupted body metabolism without addressing the root cause, gene therapy offers th

Nepal in 2025: When Gen Z protests toppled govt

KATHMANDU, Dec 27: Nepal witnessed a significant political turmoil in 2025 as massive street protests led by Gen Z against corruption, nepotism,

BSF jawan shoots self with service rifle in state

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Dec 27: A BSF jawan from Punjab, posted in Meghalaya, died after sustaining a gunshot injury while on duty. Reports sai

Dancing with shadows in Venice

The city embodies the quintessence of literary nostalgia, a storied landscape haunted by the spectral presence of writers who have long since dep

VPP MP condemns Christmas attacks, seeks minorities safety

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Dec 27: Strongly condemning incidents of vandalism and intimidation targeting Christian minorities during the Christmas

Between convenience and caution

Caught between cars and the curb, a pedestrian negotiates both space and choice at Khyndai Lad junction in the city on Saturday. (ST)

Poor NH condition prompts MP to undertake inspection of road

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Dec 27: Amid persistent complaints over deteriorating road conditions, Shillong MP Ricky J Syngkon is set to inspect th

Thought of the day by Carl Jung: 'We cannot change anything until we...' today's self-awareness quotes by the founder of analytical psychology

Thought of the day: Carl Jung, a renowned psychiatrist, revolutionized psychology with his ideas on acceptance and self-awareness. His work intro

Unnao rape case: CBI cites Advani judgment to seek Sengar bail nixing

The CBI has urged the Supreme Court to overturn a Delhi High Court decision that excluded MLA Kuldeep Singh Sengar from being prosecuted under th

Himachal Pradesh: Government doctors launch indefinite strike; healthcare services hit

Himachal Pradesh government hospitals saw services halt Saturday as doctors struck indefinitely. They demand the reinstatement of a doctor sacked

Kuchipudi Show: Guinness Record With 5K Performers

The feat was performed to prerecorded songs, including Kedara Gaura Tillana, a 10minute composition by Kala Ratna Pasumarthi Venkateswara Sarma.

Energy Minister asks officials to fast-track RDSS projects

Ravi Kumar insists on stringent measures to prevent accidents caused by human error in the Power Department

Magnitude 7.0 Earthquake Hits Taiwan

The tremors were felt in many areas, including Taipei, New Taipei, Taichung, Taoyuan, Tainan, and counties such as Hualien, Yilan, Hsinchu, Miaol

MP Congress Media Wing Chiefs Resignation Exposes Rift In Party

Chairman of the media department of the Pradesh Congress Committee (PCC) of Madhya Pradesh Mukesh Nayak on Saturday tendered his resignation from

Three held for stalking, harassing woman in Bengaluru

Bengaluru: Three youths were arrested for allegedly stalking and harassing a woman here, police said on Saturday. The incident occurred on Decemb

G RAM G's core spirit rooted in Bapu's ideals, says Shivraj Singh Chauhan

Rural development minister Shivraj Chouhan has accused the Congress of spreading misinformation about the VB-G RAM G law, alleging they previousl

Supreme Court to Mark Aravalli Limits

The hearing follows the Courts November order that accepted elevation-linked definitions, barred new mining leases till a management plan is draw

V.V. Rajesh: Saffron entry

The BJP, which won its first Corporation election in Kerala, has chosen a familiar local face to be the Mayor of Thiruvananthapuram

Sri Lankan police detain Tamil politician for questioning

Colombo: A Sri Lankan Tamil politician and an ex-minister has been detained for questioning by the police after a weapon issued to him was found

Devi Kar | Lets Be Selective On Facts We Ask Kids To Remember, Maybe Memorise

Memorising is not at all a bad thing, if the purpose and application are sensible and meaningful. It is indeed beautiful to hear people recite li

HC hears habeas corpus plea of AAP MLA, lists matter for Jan 29

Jammu: The High Court of Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh on Saturday heard a habeas corpus petition of detained Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MLA Mehraj Mal

Cops Action Plans 2026: New SIT, Anti-Drug Teams, AI Generated Software To Ease Traffic

We have conducted research and found that 15 per cent of commuters have spent 15 hours travelling to their destinations on a daily basis, Sajjana

Chief Secretaries Talks Insightful, Says PM Modi

Focus on Centre-state ties, governance, reforms

Congress: Like demonetisation, decimation of MGNREGA decision of PM Modi

CWC chalks out campaign from January 5 to force restoration of scheme

Vande Mataram Inspires National Unity: Kishan

Kishan Reddy noted that Vande Mataram served as a unifying force against the British policy of divide and rule.

Tarique Rahman: The prince who came in from the cold

The acting chairman of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party, who returned to the country from a self-imposed exile in London, sends a message of incl

Shreya Sen-Handley | Six Reasons Why 2025 Wasnt A Total Disaster

But 2026, by its very name, deserves at least six bequests of hope from 2025, to give it something to build on. The six I will highlight are even

CM Siddaramaiah defends Bengaluru eviction drive as legal move against encroachment

New Delhi: Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Saturday defended the eviction drive at Fakir Colony in Bengaluru, saying it was a necessary

Praveen Togadia warns of agitation if Hindu-only seats not ensured

Jammu: Former Vishva Hindu Parishad leader Praveen Togadia on Saturday demanded that all 50 seats at the Vaishno Devi medical college in Jammu an

Police Told To Identify Accident-Prone Spots Ahead Of Sankranti

Chairing a crime review meeting on Saturday, the SP directed officials to intensify patrolling to prevent burglaries as people travel to their na

Unnao Survivor Seeks CBI Probe

The move comes amid widespread criticism following the Delhi High Courts recent order granting conditional bail to Sengar and suspending his life

Will create policy to support Atal Canteen: CM