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In Frames: Grounded in tradition, a Kashmiri village endures

Dudran is a quiet hilly village near the Line of Control, shaped by nature, tradition and resilience; despite long winters and isolation, life re

Putin ready to talk to Macron if there is mutual will, Kremlin says

If there is mutual political will, then it can only be viewed positively, says Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov

HC orders release of Hyderabad woman, allows her to live with chosen partner

Hyderabad: The Telangana High Court has ruled that a major woman from a Hyderabad couple has the right to live with the person she loves, and dir

Indias Electronics Exports Hit $31 Billion, Grow 38% in FY26

Indias electronics export sector delivered a standout performance in FY26, emerging as the fastest-growing export category among the top 30

'Aspiration alone not enough': Russia's Lavrov hints at diplomatic breakthrough with US on Ukraine

Sophrosyne Bets on Udupi: $2M Funding, $1.2M Grant, 60% Workforce

Indian semiconductor startup Sophrosyne Technologies announced a strategic expansion of its research and development operations in Udupi

Guv defends CM Nitish action in hijab row, doctor fails to report back at work

PATNA: Contrary to the expectations, Ayush doctor Dr Nursat Parveen, who hit the national headlines after Bihar CM Nitish Kumar pulled down her h

Breaking News Live Updates: Delhi chokes under toxic smog as AQI hits 438 in multiple areas; GRAP-IV curbs imposed

Guwahati Diary: Railway passengers comfort, amenities upgraded

AIUDF to go solo in assembly elections Even as the Congress is trying to unite opposition parties to defeat the ruling BJP in Assam, minority-bas

Quote of the day by Hugh Jackman: There comes a certain point in life when you have to stop

This quote of the day by Hugh Jackman reflects the importance of personal responsibility and emotional maturity. It urges readers to stop blaming

10 Arrested Over Lynching Of Hindu Man In Bangladesh

Ten individuals have been arrested in connection with the brutal murder of Dipu Chandra Das, a 25-year-old Hindu youth, in Mymensingh, Bangladesh

Telangana CM appears in Nampally Court, cases adjourned to Feb 4

Hyderabad: Telangana chief minister A Revanth Reddy appeared before a court of magistrates in Nampally, Hyderabad, on Saturday evening, December

Parliamentary Committee moots QR codes for pre-packaged foods

NEW DELHI: Backing the adoption of a standardised Front-of-Pack Nutrition Labelling (FOPNL) for all pre-packaged foods, a parliamentary committee

Lt Col posted at defence ministry held for bribery

NEW DELHI: The CBI on Saturday arrested Lt Col Deepak Kumar Sharma, a senior officer in the defence ministry, in a bribery case, the agency said.

Why Raghav Chadha Wants Indias Copyright Law Fixed for Digital Creators

In Parliament this week, Raghav Chadha raised a concern that echoes across millions of Indian smartphones, laptops, and creator studios.

Bangladesh Chief Advisor Muhammad Yunus addresses mourners at Osman Hadi's funeral, makes BIG promise, says, 'will move forward...'

A violent unrest griped Bangladesh following the announcement of student leader Osman Hadi's demise after he was shot in Dhaka. On his funeral, t

San Francisco outages leaves 130,000 without power

The power failure left a large swath of the northern part of the city in the dark, beginning with the Richmond and Presidio neighborhoods and are

Akshaye Khanna: New stardom has been a long time coming

It is Akshaye Khannas year, and we are just bidding adieu to it. Scroll through social media, and every second reel is of the actor, lording over

IIM Bangalore Launches Certificate Programme In Personal Finance And Wealth Advisory

The PFWA course, starting March 27, 2026, targets professionals with a bachelor's degree and three years experience in financial services.

Mbapp Equals Ronaldo With 59th Goal for Real Madrid

The former Paris Saint-Germain star, who joined Madrid in the summer of 2024, has scored 29 times for Madrid this season, including a league-lead

Worked longer, scrutinised less

NEW DELHI: Parliaments winter session saw seven of nine bills passed within a week of introduction, even as both Houses sat beyond scheduled hour

THIS billionaire becomes first-ever to reach Rs 62704145000000 net worth, not Jeff Bezos, Mark Zuckerberg, Mukesh Ambani, he is...

Elon Musk's net worth has skyrocketed to over USD 700 billion, making him the first person in history to achieve this feat.

U.P. ministers flay Akhilesh Yadav over photographs with cough syrup case accused

Minister of Fisheries Sanjay Nishad said the BJP government was following a zero-tolerance policy against illegal narcotics, organised drug mafia

Bondi Beach attack: Australian PM orders police, intelligence review

The government will examine whether they have the right powers and structures o keep Australians safe in the wake of the horrific antisemitic Bo

Google, Apple Warn Staff Against International Travel Amid US Visa Delays: Report

The Trump administration has announced increased vetting of applicants for H-1B visas for highly skilled workers, including screening social medi

Political slugfest over pollution debate continues

NEW DELHI: The political sparring over air pollution in Delhi escalated on Saturday after a proposed parliamentary debate on the issue was droppe

How women entrepreneurs are redefining India's luxury industry

Women entrepreneurs are reshaping the idea of luxury by combining heritage and craftsmanship with modern sensibilities.

AP Role Model for Country in Energy Conservation: CS

Vijayanand, along with APGENCO MD and APSECM CEO S. Nagalakshmi and APCPDCL CMD P. Pulla Reddy, presented awards to government and private organi

A time machine roundtable: Looking back at Indias startup journey

In this special year-end episode of the Prime Venture Partners podcast, four Partners at Prime take a step back and look at the journey from the

22 weather stations in severe zone, first cold wave day in city

NEW DELHI: Delhi continued to grapple with severe air pollution and dense fog on Saturday as well, with more than half of the citys air quality m

Morning Digest: EU leaders to be chief guests at Vande Mataram-themed 77th Republic Day fete; U.S. wants Indias nuclear liability aligned with global norms, and more

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Hyderabad womans domestic violence case against NRI husband quashed by SC

The Supreme Court has ruled that a husband asking his wife to account for household expenses does not constitute cruelty under Indian Penal Code

Why Was Shubman Gill Dropped From T20 World Cup Squad? Report Reveals Real Reason

Officially, Shubman Gill was omitted from India's T20 World Cup 2026 squad due to poor form and team combination considerations.

From guerrilla commander to peace talks: Maoist CC leader Rupesh on Hidma, Basavaraju and laying down arms

Maoist leader Rupesh, now T Vasudeva Rao, details his surrender after internal debates and the politburo's strategy shifts. He discusses the part

Brewing for profitability; AI models with impact-based pricing

Third Wave Coffee Roasters is planning to open 100 more cafes in FY2026. CreateBytes builds AI solutions and enterprise software for businesses.

Nora Fatehi's Car Hit By Drunk Driver In Mumbai, Actor Safe

Nora Fatehi was on the way to perform at the Sunburn Festival.

Lights up on Boran

A lesser known Bandra village lane deserves some attention to its history and inhabitants as it shines quietly for Christmas

Major power outage hits San Francisco

A major power outage affected much of San Francisco on Saturday, leaving around 125,000 residents without electricity, the citys emergency manage

Red battle, end stage: India closes in on Maoists last battlefield in Bastar

Security forces are intensifying operations in Bastar to capture two key Maoist leaders, Papa Rao and Barsa Deva, following the elimination of to

Good News for Uttar Pradesh residents: Ganga Expressway construction nears completion, to opne for public from..., check details here

The Ganga Expressway is expected to give a major boost to industrial development in the region. This will not only improve connectivity but also

Tables have turned: As the party season begins, table scaping steps in as the new hosting ex

Tablescapingthe art of visually styling dining tablesis gaining popularity in India, blending food, dcor and immersive experiences. Designers lik

Trump's Photo Among 16 Epstein Files Disappeared From US Government Website

At least 16 files disappeared from the Justice Department's public webpage for documents related to Jeffrey Epstein - including a photograph show

IndiGo Issues Travel Advisory, Dense Fog May Disrupt Flights in North India

The airline said reduced visibility during the early hours could impact flight operations, potentially leading to delays or schedule changes

HC judge quotes Prophet Muhammad, directs Madurai corpn to pay lawyers fee

Madurai: Quoting a famous saying of Prophet Muhammad on prompt and fair payment upon completion of work, Justice G R Swaminathan of the Madras Hi

T20 World Cup 2026 squad: Ishan Kishans inclusion a reward for consistency

Kishans recall, much like Karun Nairs return to the Test side for the England tour, sends a strong message to domestic cricketers grinding it out

Nora Fatehi mets with road accident, drunk man rams car into actress' Mercedes, Mumbai Police says, 'taken to hospital...'

Actress Nora Fatehi was involved in a minor car accident in Mumbai around 4 pm while heading to the Sunburn Festival.

Bangladesh: 10 Arrested in Hindu Youth Lynching Case

Dipu Chandra Das was allegedly beaten to death by a mob over accusations of blasphemy

'Indias future is inseparable from its neighbours,' says ex Army chief Naravane as Bangladesh boils

He stated that India's future is linked to its neighbours, underscoring the importance of maintaining positive ties amid turmoil in Bangladesh. S

Zelenskyy says U.S. must pile pressure on Russia to end war

America must clearly say: if not diplomacy, then there will be full pressure...Putin does not yet feel the kind of pressure that should exist, sa

Pakistan court sentences 4 PTI leaders for 10 years in connection with May 9 riots

An anti-terrorism court has sentenced four PTI leaders, including Yasmin Rashid and Mian Mehmoodur Rashid, to 10 years in prison for their involv

Nora Fatehi's Car Hit by Drunk Driver, Actress Safe: Mumbai Police

The police have registered a case against the intoxicated driver

People in Siliguri protest against reported attacks on minorities in Bangladesh, urges India to act

Mbappe equals Ronaldo's record in Real Madrid's 2-0 win over Sevilla

Mbappe missed several earlier chances before getting his opportunity from the spot four minutes from time and he made no mistake to net his 59th

AUS vs ENG third Test: Rain halts play on day 5 of Ashes, England 241-6

Will Jacks was 21 not out, with wicketkeeper Jamie Smith on 25

Quote of the Day by inventor of telephone Alexander Graham Bell: When one door closes, another opens; but

Alexander Graham Bell, inventor of the telephone, spent formative years in Canada. His words on opportunity and focus are highlighted. The quote

U.S. forces stop oil tanker off Venezuela coast as Trump follows up on promise to seize tankers

The pre-dawn operation comes days after Mr. Trump announced a blockade of all sanctioned oil tankers coming in and out of the South American coun

Australia Marks Day of Reflection for Bondi Beach Shooting Victims

The federal and New South Wales state governments have declared Sunday a national Day of Reflection, a week after Australias worst mass shooting

Head of Nobel-awarding Swedish Academy resigns

As of June 1, 2026, Academy member Ingrid Carlberg, an author and journalist, will take over as permanent secretary

WWII Navy veteran Ira 'Ike' Schab, one of last remaining Pearl Harbor survivors, dies at 105

World War II Navy veteran Ira Ike Schab, a survivor of the 1941 Pearl Harbor attack, has died at 105. Schab, who rarely spoke of the experience f

U.S. Forces Halt Second Merchant Ship Near Venezuela

The move, which was confirmed by two US officials familiar with matter, comes days after Trump announced a blockade of all sanctioned oil tankers

Nora Fatehi's car hit by drunk driver, actor safe: Mumbai Police

According to Mumbai Police, a drunk driver rammed his car into her vehicle, but she sustained no injuries. She was taken to a nearby hospital for

Being casteist biggest demand of time: Another IAS officer stirs row

Earthquake of magnitude 3.3 strikes Pakistan

A 3.3-magnitude earthquake struck Khuzdar district in Balochistan, Pakistan, with a depth of 8 km. This follows several other mild tremors in the

Suryakumar Given Clear Ultimatum After Gill's Axe: Report Makes Huge Claim

In 19 innings this year, Suryakumar has managed 218 runs at a strike rate of 123.2, his worst since making his international debut.

US strikes on Syria underscore scale of challenge for its President

U.S. and Jordanian forces launched over 70 airstrikes against Islamic State positions in Syria, targeting infrastructure and weapons sites. This

US intercepts oil tanker off Venezuelan coast, officials say

The U.S. intercepted an oil tanker off Venezuela's coast, confirming a lockade of sanctioned vessels. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem st

Haaland propels Man City to top with double against West Ham

City stamped their authority early on, and Haaland struck in the fifth minute when his first shot from Phil Foden's cross was parried by Alphonse

Speed up sewer work and relay dug-up roads, say Uthandi residents

People say the delayed sewerage project has hindered road repairs; they also flag increase in commercial encroachments such as eateries and unreg

The immortal sacrifices of the chaar sahibzaade

Inderjeet S Bhatia Prince bhatiainderjeet3@gmail.com The history of humanity is marked by countless stories of courage, but few episodes shine as

Mind is at ease only when the Heart is at Peace

Rajan Sachdev sachdevrajan@gmail.com Meditation is not about escaping life; it is about connecting with life at its source. While many approach m

Amid rising legal risks, recruiting independent directors is getting tougher for India Inc

India Inc faces challenges hiring independent directors due to a limited talent pool, significant pay disparities, and increasing legal and reput

Man sentenced to life-imprisonment for murder of his father over property dispute in Rajamangalam

George Bush was sentenced to life imprisonment and a fine of 5,000

DG Vaishnav College organises anti-drug awareness cycle rally

M.K. Mohan, Anna Nagar MLA, flagged off the rally

From blessing to investment

The dinner table debate is less about college dreams and more about whether the family can afford the tuition fees

Court frame charges against two persons for attack on Delhi CM

Police claimed that conspiracy has been found through call detail records, locations, and money transactions

The ATP Awakening: A New Paradigm for Humanity

Lt Gen Narendra Kotwal (R ), Dr Sumedha Kotwal narendrakotwal@gmail.com Humanity has always looked upward and inward, seeking meaning, purpose, a

India-Oman Summit

Prof D Mukherjee mukhopadhyay.dinabandhu@gmail.com The India-Oman relationship reached a historic milestone on 18 December 2025 with the conferme

Zehanpora Breaks Its Silence Kashmirs Buddhist Past Rises Again

Dr Harmeet Singh Soodan harmeetjnu@gmail.com A small village in Baramulla has suddenly stepped into the archaeological spotlight. Zehanpora-long

The Transforming Power of Meditation

Dr Vikas Abrol abrolvics@gmail.com Meditation is the science of reuniting the soul with the Infinite Spirit or God. By meditating regularly and d

A message to mankind

Dr Rashpal Singh rashpalsingh786bari@gmail.com Name of the Book:- PEGHAM (Afsanay) Name of the Author:- Nawab Din Kasana (JKAS) Publisher:- Educa

8,500 candidates appearing on runway of airstrip for home guard job in Odisha gone viral

Despite the remuneration being lower than prevailing daily wages in the market, the fixed monthly payment of a little over 18,000 offers stabilit

The Story of Language

Mahi Charak mahicharak06@gmail.com Language is one of humanitys greatest creations. It is the invisible thread that binds hearts, the bridge betw

Traditional Cheese Kalari in Jammu

Its Origins and Food History Dr Rakesh Verma rakeshforests@gmail.com Kalari cheese is a unique artisanal cheese that holds a special place in the

The backyard revolution

Reviving Indias smallest farms could be the quiet solution to its deepest agrarian crisis

Illuminating the Spiritual in Sharda Script

Lalit Gupta lalitguptajammu@gmail.com Subhash Razdans exhibition titled Akshra created a kind of silent uproar within Jammus cultural circles. As

Snow, rain likely in J&K as WDs hit region

Fog affects air, train services; 5 flights cancelled *Srinagar-Leh NH closed after snowfall at Zojila Gopal Sharma JAMMU, Dec 20: The Union Terri

CJ inaugurates newly constructed Court Complex at Hiranagar

Excelsior Correspondent KATHUA, Dec 20: Chief Justice High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh, Justice Arun Palli, today inaugurated newly const

Man held with JeI posters

Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, Dec 20: A person was arrested in Pulwama district today and the posters of the banned Jamaat-e-Islami (JeI) wer

Anti-terror operations in various parts of Jammu

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Dec 20: Security forces have intensified anti-terror operations across the Jammu region following intelligence inp

Court issues NB warrant against Hizb supremo

Excelsior Correspondent Srinagar, Dec 20: The Special Judge Budgam designated under NIA Act has issued non-bailable warrants against banned Hizbu