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UAE withdraws from Islamabad airport deal, Pakistan to privatize it

New Delhi: The Pakistan government has moved ahead with privatisation plans of Islamabad International Airport after it shelved a plan to outsour

IND vs NZ 3rd T20I Preview | Red-hot India sets sights on yet another T20I series triumph

Suryakumar Yadavs men produced dominant victories in Nagpur and Raipur and now have set their sights on wrapping up the five-match rubber. The Me

In Focus Podcast | Talking entrepreneurship with Ground Breaker Kanwal Rekhi

In this weekender episode, host G Sampath interviews guest Kanwal Rekhi, a pioneering entrepreneur and author, sharing insights from his remarkab

KRK firing incident: Actor sent to police custody till January 27

Mumbai: Actor-producer and self-proclaimed critic Kamaal R. Khan has been sent to police custody till January 27 after a case of use of a weapon

Gauhati High Court overturns Arunachal IAS officers bail in teen suicide case

The judge criticised the District and Sessions Court at Yupia for granting bail to Arunachal Pradesh IAS officer Talo Potom without proper applic

European airlines Air France, KLM suspend flights to Middle East

At least two European airlines suspended flight services to Middle East cities on Friday, January 23, with Air France citing the geopolitical sit

Ugandan Opposition leader says wife in hospital after assault by soldiers

Bobi Wine said in a post on X that hundreds of soldiers raided his home in his absence, looting it and assaulting his wife.

HIL | Royals take on Toofans in Qualifier 2

Contractor appointed to manage parking, entry fees at Solar bus terminal in Erode

Zubeen Gargs family writes to PM seeking expeditious trial in his death case

In a memorandum signed by Gargs wife Garima, sister Palmee Borthakur and uncle Manoj Borthakur, the family said the singer-composers death has le

Sunny Joseph seeks probe into alleged irregularities in CPI(M) martyrs fund

The KPCC president said the allegations were serious as they were raised by a senior CPI(M) leader, adding that the issue was only the tip of the

European Commission chief Ursula von der Leyen arrives in India

Von der Leyen, along with European Council President Antonio Luis Santos da Costa, will serve as chief guests at India's 77th Republic Day celebr

Two convicts, serving life in Rajasthan open jail for high-profile murders, set to marry

Priya Seth (34) is in jail for trapping a man on a dating app and later strangling him and stuffing his body into a suitcase. Hanuman Prasad (29)

King: Shah Rukh Khans actioner gets release date

Directed by Pathaan director Siddharth Anand, the upcoming film stars Deepika Padukone as the female lead

Delhi Republic Day 2026 traffic advisory: Major restrictions on Noida, Gurgaon, Faridabad & Sonipat routes; Check whats open and whats closed

Delhi Police have issued a comprehensive traffic advisory for Republic Day 2026, announcing extensive road closures and diversions in central Del

This free option still lets you file your 2025 tax return online, no hidden fees - heres how it works

The 2026 tax season introduces vital changes. IRS Free File is now open for those earning $89,000 or less. With Direct File discontinued, this re

Republic Day long weekend: Indians on travel spree to South East Asia

New Delhi: The Republic Day long weekend beginning Saturday, January 24, is driving a surge in travel with hotels and resorts witnessing an incre

Water level in Papanasam dam stands at 117.80 feet

#ReclaimConstitution to organise rare philatelic exhibition on Republic Day

The exhibition is being organised as part of the Grand Finale of the nationwide #ReclaimConstitution Quiz.

Power shutdown on January 27 in many areas of Thanjavur

Djokovic wins record 400th Slam match to power on in Australia

The 38-year-old Serbian great swept past Dutchman Botic van de Zandschulp 6-3, 6-4, 7-6 (7/4) under a closed roof on centre court to extend his o

CS orders speedy re-routing of EHT transmission lines passing through Amaravati

Shah Rukh Khans King gets release date, fans go wild

Mumbai: And the wait is finally over. The most awaited update about Shah Rukh Khans upcoming movie is here. The release date for Siddharth Anands

Posters target CPI(M) leader after allegations against MLA

Partys Kannur district committee member V. Kunhikrishnan had alleged that MLA T.I. Madhusoodanan had misappropriated money from the martyrs fund

Centre Conducting Recruitment Drives for Viksit Bharat 2047: Kishan Reddy

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has been holding Rozgar Melas since 2022 to streamline and expedite recruitment across states: Kishan Reddy

Buckingham and Mansa Musa showed out

China will eat them up: Trump lambasts PM Carney over Beijing deals and rejecting Golden Dome plan

US presses Bolivia to expel suspected Iranian spies, harden approach to militant groups, sources say

The US is urging Bolivia to expel suspected Iranian spies and label the Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps, Hezbollah, and Hamas as terrorist gro

Ajit Pawar will return to MVA, NCP factions to unite, claims Raut

Though Ajit Pawar is part of the Mahayuti, he is still connected with the MVA. Sharad Pawar and Ajit Pawar will come together as part of the MVA,

T.N. Seshagopalan brings alive the genius of Harikesanallur Muthiah Bhagavatar

Veteran musician T.N. Seshagopalans lecture demonstration offered insights into the life, scholarship and creative brilliance of Muthiah Bhagavat

What Is Happening In Bengal...: Amartya Sen Flags Haste In SIR Process

Nobel laureate Amartya Sen has voiced deep unease over the SIR process in West Bengal, warning that the exercise is being conducted with undue ha

ET@Davos: Innovation City to Agri Stack: India's AI Revolution

Tamil Nadu government seeks IIT-Ms assistance to study ill effects of microplastics on human health

The move comes after Madras High Court expressed shock over a study that found microplastics affecting even the placenta of expectant mothers

Uttar Pradesh Diwas: Celebrating The Vibrant Soul Of India

Celebrating the Spirit of Uttar Pradesh ahead of India's Republic day on 76th Uttar Pradesh foundation day

Assembly passes Bill to set up Tamil Nadu Water Resources Management Authority

The State Government proposed this legislation, citing the need for a holistic and integrated approach to water governance for all types of water

This Traditional Non-Alcoholic Japanese Drink Can Help In Gut Healing, Says Nutritionist Palak Nagpal

Nutritionist Palak Nagpal reveals that the Japanese community has been consuming the beverage for over a hundred years.

Hyderabad: Major fire breaks out at Nampally, 2 children feared trapped

Hyderabad: A major fire broke out at a furniture store in Nampally in Hyderabad on Saturday, January 24, with two children reportedly trapped in

B.Tech student dies after jumping from hostel building in Greater Noida

Two persons have been taken into custody in connection with the matter, and further investigation is underway, police said

Around 150 dead olive ridley sea turtles washed ashore in Srikakulam district

Murder Or Misfire? Twist After Congress MP's Nephew, Wife's Deaths In Ahmedabad

What was initially portrayed as a harrowing domestic accident has now been reclassified as a chilling crime.

Snow and heavy rain leave 61 dead in Afghanistan

Afghanistan is reeling from severe weather. Snow and heavy rain have claimed 61 lives over the past three days. The disaster management authority

Congress needs its own Board of Peace: BJP

The BJP cited reports of internal rift within the Congress in Jharkhand after being plagued by factionalism in States like Karnataka, Punjab and

President Draupadi Murmu to Address Nation on Republic Day Eve

President Murmu will address citizens on Republic Day eve at 7 pm. The speech will be broadcast in Hindi and English on Doordarshan, with regiona

Indian Coast Guards Bike Rally to Mark 50th Raising Day Reaches Chennai from Tuticorin, Vizag

The route passed through key coastal spots including Kakinada, Vijayawada, Nizampatnam, Krishnapatnam, Mandapam, Karaikal and Puducherry, with 50

Over 20 Lakh Stagnated Promotions Cleared In Last 11 Years: Dr Jitendra

NEW DELHI, Jan 24 : More than 20 lakh long-pending promotions have been cleared in the last 11 years, ending a prolonged phase of stagnation that

Bhatti reveals Site Visit Certification existed, mandatory across country in several Departments

Challenged BRS leader Harish Rao to write a letter to him seeking inquiry into SCCL tenders

Iran Forces Killed Hundreds in Mashhad During Internet Blackout: Report

Weeks after an internet blackout concealed the violence, witness accounts are now revealing the scale of a deadly crackdown in Irans city of Mash

Word of the day: Stoicism

Stoicism is an ancient philosophy that teaches us to focus on our own actions and thoughts while accepting external circumstances beyond our cont

Bangladesh Out, Scotland In for T20 World Cup 2026

New Delhi, Jan 24: The International Cricket Council (ICC) has officially informed the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) that Scotland will replace

Sana Khan refuses to pose with Baseer Ali, video goes viral

Mumbai: A video of former actress Sana Khan politely declining to pose for a joint photograph with TV actor and Bigg Boss 19 star Baseer Ali has

Zubeen Garg's Family Writes To PM Modi, Seeks Special Court To Hear Case

Family members of Assam's cultural icon Zubeen Garg on Saturday submitted a memorandum to Prime Minister Narendra Modi requesting to set up a spe

Noida techie death: Who is IAS officer Krishna Karunesh, named new Noida CEO after Lokesh M's sacking

Noida Authority has a new CEO, Krishna Karunesh, appointed after the tragic death of a techie in a construction pit. Yuvraj Mehta's demise in an

T20 World Cup: Bangladesh team replaced with Scotland, says ICC

New Delhi: The International Cricket Council (ICC) has officially informed the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) that it has been replaced by Scotla

Bangladesh Axed From T20 World Cup After Refusal To Tour India. Scotland

The International Cricket Council (ICC) on Saturday axed Bangladesh from the T20 World Cup, following their refusal to travel to India for the to

Rozgar Mela is a Platform of Assurance, Self-Confidence for Youth: Bandi Sanjay

Bandi Sanjay Kumar said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi has deep concern and affection for the youth of the country

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Watch: What lies ahead for BJPs newest and also youngest president Nitin Nabin? | Talking Politics

Nitin Nabin, 45, formally took charge as the Bharatiya Janata Partys (BJP) new national president on January 20, 2026 in the presence of Prime Mi

Sabarimala gold theft case: States stance helpful for accused, says V.D. Satheeshan

The Opposition leader alleged that the accused in the case received bail in the wake of a delay in submitting the chargesheet, which was due to t

'This Is Switzerland': Vande Bharat Against Snowcapped Background Stuns Social Media

The Vande Bharat Express traversed the snow-covered Banihal region in Jammu and Kashmir during the first snowfall, creating postcard-like scenes

Gen Z Productivity Under Scanner As Entrepreneur Shares Interview Incident

The post started debate over professionalism, responsibility, and evolving workplace norms at a time when economic uncertainty is already putting

Iran Guard Commander Warns US: Finger on the Trigger

The U.S. has sent warships to the Middle East amid escalating tensions with Iran, as President Trump reiterates military threats following a viol

T20 World Cup 2026: Scotland to replace Bangladesh, confirms ICC

Scotland will thus play their four group league games against West Indies (February 7), Italy (February 9) and England (February 14) in Kolkata f

UGC anti-discrimination rules 2026: A bid for inclusion or risk of bias? Explained

Heads of universities and colleges are no longer just administrators; they are now the first line of accountability in preventing and responding

ICC Informs BCB That Scotland Has Replaced Bangladesh In T20 World Cup

New Delhi, Jan 24: The International Cricket Council (ICC) has officially informed the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) that it has been replaced b

U.S. Treasury Secretary hints at possible tariff relief for India as Russian oil imports drop

Indian purchases by their refineries of Russian oil have collapsed. So that is a success. The tariffs are still on, 25% tariffs for Russian oil a

Ahead of Budget Session, Govt convenes all-party meet on January 27

The Budget Session will begin on January 28, with President Droupadi Murmu's address to the joint sitting of Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha

'Unjust to voters, unfair to democracy': Amartya Sen says 'SIR in Bengal done in hurry'

Nobel laureate Amartya Sen voiced concerns over West Bengal's Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls, saying the exercise is eing done in

Police Declares AP as Ganja-free Cultivation State

Heightened surveillance using drones helped the police in containing the cultivation of ganja completely in Andhra Pradesh: Police

Word of the Day: Ultracrepidarian

Word of the day: Few words feel as timely as ultracrepidarian. In an age where speed and confidence are often rewarded over nuance, the urge to s

J-K MP Engineer Rashid allowed to attend Budget Session in custody

New Delhi: A Delhi court on Saturday, January 24, granted custody parole to jailed Lok Sabha MP Engineer Rashid to attend the upcoming Budget Ses

Over 650 students receive degrees at 25th convocation of TANUVAS

Among the immense potential of our country is the juvenile brain boxes in India. Our dream of a developed nation can be realised better and faste

President Murmu To Address Nation On Republic Day Eve

New Delhi, Jan 24: President Droupadi Murmu will address the nation on Sunday on the eve of the Republic Day, her office has said. The address wi

Luke Coutinho Shares How Sunshine Can Be A Powerful Ally Against Chronic Diseases

According to Luke Coutinho, moderate sunlight increases serotonin and regulates circadian rhythms, combating fatigue and brain fog.

Landslide on Indonesias Java island kills at least 8 people, leaves more than 80 missing

Jakarta (Indonesia), Jan 24 : A predawn landslide triggered by torrential rains on Indonesias main island of Java killed at least eight people on

'High courts guardians of rule of law for common citizens': CJI Surya Kant

Russian attacks on Ukraine kill 1, wound 18 ahead of second day of peace talks

Kyiv, Jan 24 : Russian attacks on Ukraine killed at least one person and wounded 18 overnight into Saturday, as negotiators from Ukraine, Russia

Hasty SIR in Bengal could undermine democracy: Amartya Sen

Nobel laureate Amartya Sen voices concern over West Bengal's voter list revision. He states the process is rushed and may hinder democratic parti

Over 8,000 flights cancelled as major winter storm bears down across much of US

Dallas, Jan 24 : More than 8,000 flights across the US set to take off over the weekend have been cancelled as a major storm expected to wreak ha

Bangladesh out, Scotland in for ICC T20 World Cup: Report

Scotland will play in the 2026 ICC Men's T20 World Cup. The International Cricket Council removed Bangladesh from the tournament. This decision c

Indian national among 4 dead in shooting linked to family dispute in US

New York, Jan 24 : An Indian national was among the victims of a shooting incident linked to an alleged family dispute in the US state of Georgia

Australia Open: India's Yuki Bhazmbri advances, N. Sriram Balaji ousted

Yuki Bhambri and his partner Andre Goransson advanced to the third round of the Australian Open men's doubles on Saturday. They defeated Santiago

Video: 6 Injured As Speeding Mercedes Crashes Into US Airport Terminal

A speeding car crashed into a terminal at the Detroit Metro Airport in Michigan on Friday evening, leaving at least six people injured.

Shriram Finance Q3 net profit slips 22% to 2,530 crore

The company had reported a net profit of 3,249 crore in the year-ago period and 2,314 crore in the quarter-ago period.

Congress Criticises Modi Govt on Great Nicobar Project

Sonia Gandhi criticized the Great Nicobar project as a 'planned misadventure' endangering indigenous communities, claiming the BJP government is

Chinese asylum seeker who exposed rights abuses fights to stay in US

Washington, Jan 24 : Guan Heng, who exposed human rights abuses in his native China, has been in US custody since being swept up in an immigratio

The 50: List of 20 Bigg Boss contestants in Farah Khans show

Mumbai: All eyes are on the upcoming Indian reality show The 50, hosted by Farah Khan, which is set to premiere on February 1. Even before its gr

Ukraine's foreign minister says Putin 'cynically' attacked during Abu Dhabi talks

Russia launched a major missile strike on Ukraine's cities Kyiv and Kharkiv. This happened while peace talks involving Ukraine, Russia, and the U

Singapore investigates fake bomb threat at air base

Singapore, Jan 24 : Investigations are ongoing over a bomb threat against Singapores Paya Lebar Air Base, which was posted online and later deter

Fire breaks out in furniture store near Nampally Railway Station, no casualties

At least 10 fire tenders were rushed to the spot following a distress call at 1:42 p.m. Firefighters worked to bring the blaze under control as t

Nipah Virus Update: Bats At Alipore Zoo Kolkata Being Tested For Virus

The National Institute of Medical Research (NIMR) has started conducting random RT-PCR (Reverse Transcription Polymerase Chain Reaction) tests am