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IIT Madras launches Param Shakti, Indias indigenously built 3.1 petaflop supercomputer

Built at the institutes C-DAC and funded under the National Supercomputing Mission, it forms part of the Param Rudra cluster with advanced power,

Indian AI Startups Should Work Towards Global Leadership: Modi

NEW DELHI, Jan 8: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday said the worlds trust in India is its biggest strength and emphasised the need to ensu

Tilak Varma Undergoes Surgery, Ruled Out of NZ T20I Series; Doubtful For T20 WC 2026

Tilak Varma has been a key batter of the Indian side in the T20I setup over the last year

Miscreants threaten to blast three courts, police conduct searches

Unidentified persons sent mails to the judges stating that bombs were planted in Eluru, Madanapalli and Ananthapur courts

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Rupee falls 7 paise to close at 89.94 against U.S. dollar

The apprehension of any further tariffs by the U.S. and weak sentiments at the domestic equity markets further pressured the local unit, forex tr

Google, AI Firm Settle Lawsuit Over Teen's Suicide Linked To Chatbot

A court filing said the companies agreed to settle Megan Garcia's allegations that her son Sewell Setzer killed himself shortly after being encou

UP LT Grade Admit Card 2026 out at uppsc.up.nic.in; check steps to download and other key details

The UPPSC has released the LT Grade Admit Card 2026 for Assistant Teacher positions in Social Science, Biology, English, and Physical Education.

Russian MP issues nuclear threat, says 'sinking American ships' would stop US after tanker seizure

A Russian lawmaker has issued a stark warning to the United States. He suggested nuclear weapons use and attacks on US vessels following the seiz

Pongal: TNSTC to operate special buses from January 9 to 14 and January 16 to 19

UP exports surge: Govt drives global hub ambitions

Uttar Pradesh is rapidly transforming into a global IT hub, significantly boosting its IT and electronics exports. The state has seen a remarkabl

Why Going Back To Basics May Be The Smartest Way To Save In The New Year

Savings accounts and FDs remain popular because you know where your money is and how much you will get.

SC Reserves Verdict on Justice Yashwant Varmas Challenge to LS Inquiry Panel

In a significant legal battle, Justice Varma contends that the parliamentary inquiry into his alleged misconduct is unconstitutional. The Supreme

Lawyers body begins fast against move to shift Gauhati High Court

While 154 lawyers of the Gauhati High Court Bar Association voted for the shifting, 1,164 voted against the government decision

Anukalp Goswami interview: On making Kapil Sharmas Kis Kisko Pyaar Karoon 2 and secularising the comedy

The writer-director opens up about infusing themes of universal love in the film, his experience of working with Kapil and the special connection

Hyderabad Literary Festival 2026 in Hitec City from January 24 to 26

Damien Martyn Discharged From Hospital, Recovering Well: Gilchrist

Martyn was admitted to Gold Coast University Hospital on December 27 after falling seriously ill and was placed in an induced coma

Additional Departments Allocated To IAS Officers In Ladakh

LEH, Jan 8: The Administration of the Union Territory of Ladakh has reallocated additional departments to senior IAS officers following the relie

Harry Brook apologises for nightclub incident in New Zealand before Ashes

Englands Harry Brook has apologized for clashing with a nightclub bouncer in October during the tour of New Zealand that preceded the Ashes serie

Dr Jitendra Launches Karmayogi AI Classroom, Reiterates Rule To Role Governance Shift

NEW DELHI, Jan 8 : Emphasising that capacity building in government must be a continuous and role-oriented process, Dr. Jitendra Singh, Minister

Markets log losses for fourth day; Sensex tanks 780 points on renewed trade uncertainties

Deep losses in metal, oil & gas, and commodity stocks amid unabated foreign fund outflows added to the pressure, analysts said

Quote of the day by Paulo Coelho: When you want something, all the universe conspires........

Paulo Coelho's words inspire us to focus on our desires. When intentions are clear and belief is strong, the universe helps us achieve our goals.

OTTs Biggest Obsession Right Now? Jujutsu Kaisen and Anime

Video: Man Goes To Set Brother's House On Fire, Ends Up Getting Caught In It

A man who attempted to set his elder brother's house on fire ended up suffering serious burn injuries himself.

Vijay Hazare Trophy: Ruturaj Gaikwad scripts history, achieves rare world record in men's List A cricket

Ruturaj Gaikwad created history during the Vijay Hazare Trophy clash between Maharashtra and Goa, breaking a world record previously held by Maya

Infant Had Breathing Issues Mid-Air, Air India Express Makes Priority Landing

An Air India Express Bengaluru-bound flight from Jaipur made a priority landing after a one-year-old child developed breathing issues mid-flight.

Principal Secretary Sanjeev Khirwar Relieved From UT Ladakh

JAMMU, Jan 8: The Administration of the Union Territory of Ladakh has relieved Sanjeev Khirwar, Principal Secretary, from his duties with effect

Centre replaced MGNREGA to provide cheap labour to corporates: Telangana CM

Hyderabad: Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy on Thursday claimed that the NDA government at the Centre replaced the MGNREGA with VB G RAM

84% Of Indian Professionals Feel Unprepared For Jobs In 2026: LinkedIn

Jobs In 2026: LinkedIn said its AI-powered job search and role-matching tools aim to help professionals navigate the increasingly competitive job

National shooting team coach suspended for sexually assaulting minor shooter

New Delhi: The national shooting team coach, Ankush Bhardwaj, was suspended by the shooting federation on Thursday, January 8, after a minor shoo

'You're out of order, goodbye': Mace clashes with Pressley at explosive Minnesota fraud hearing

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AP Police Arrest 2 People, including YSRCP Functionary, on Defamation Charges

The police noted that claims were made that liquor was routinely being brought to Tirumala through the Alipiri toll gate, and photographs of empt

ICE shoots U.S. woman DEAD in Minneapolis; DHS claims weaponized car, Dems cry cover-up

JNU Slogan Row: Why Anti-Modi is Not Anti-National

Ghosts of 2016's 'Tukde Tukde Gang' bogey & calls to Shutdown JNU are again echoing across the digital landscape.

Daily Quiz: On Simone de Beauvoir

Simone de Beauvoir, feminist icon and existential philosopher, was born on January 9, 1908. Here is a quiz on the renowned personality

A titan in tears: Anil Agarwals gritty journey from Bihar to billions

Vedanta founder Anil Agarwal has renewed his promise to give away more than 75% of his wealth. This commitment follows the sudden death of his so

India's First Hydrogen-powered Train Trial Run Begins

The hydrogen train, developed by Chennai-based Integral Coach Factory (ICF), is a major step towards cleaner and greener rail transport in the co

Man hangs to death, family alleges mental stress from SIR hearing notice

Kolkata: A sexagenarian man was found hanging at his home in Uttar Dinajpur district on Thursday, January with his family claiming that he was un

Sanjay Kathuria Becomes One of India's Most Followed Finance Educators - Crosses 2 Million Followers in 12 months

CFA Sanjay Kathuria reached 2 million followers, inspiring millions through his ?10-crore journey to financial independence and early retirement.

Vicky Kaushal REVEALS his fear after becoming dad to Vihaan Kaushal: 'he's scared of...'

Vicky Kaushal says he's scared of losing his phone after son Vihaan's birth, as it holds all his precious baby memories. Fatherhood has made him

Himachal High Court receives bomb threat email; security beefed up

Upon receiving the information, the bomb squad, dog squad and police reached the court. However, they did not discover any explosives within the

Can geopolitical risks like Venezuela crisis, Trump's threat slow India's growth? UN projects GDP at...

Amid global geopolitical tensions, trade shocks and supply chain risks, the UN projects India's GDP growth at 6.6% in 2026 - outpacing the sluggi

6 everyday foods related to poor circulation efficiency

Congress leaders criticise delay in censor board clearance for Vijays Jana Nayagan

Referring to her experience as a former member of the censor board, Karur MP Jothimani said the CBFC has become outdated in the present technolog

Congress Spreading Lies About VB-G RAM G: Union Min Pralhad Joshi

Bengaluru, Jan 8: Union Minister Pralhad Joshi on Thursday slammed Congress for spreading lies about Centres VB-G RAM G that guarantees rural emp

Woman can abort pregnancy in case of marital discord, it's not an offence: HC

The Delhi High Court ruled that forcing a woman to continue a pregnancy violates her bodily integrity and mental health. The court discharged an

Opinion: Blog | What's Stopping Vijay's Film? 6 'Conspiracy Theories' About Jana Nayagan

In Tamil Nadu, it turns out you don't need a release date for the promise of a blockbuster. Sometimes, just a missing censor certificate is enoug

300+ Patents: Innovation Pipeline of a Technologist Who Sees Tomorrow

Patents related to predictive buying and AI-driven demand forecasting were filed years before artificial intelligence became a dominant business

Mamata Removed Evidence in Coal Scam Case against I-PAC Official: ED

The ED also accused Banerjee of subsequently proceeding to the I-PAC office in Salt Lake, from where she, her aides, and the state police forcibl

JPMorgan To Replace Goldman As Apple Card Issuer

Another win for CEO Jamie Dimon, who lead the bank as a dominant force in retail and investment banking.

6 factors that affect how fast your heart recovers after exertion

Heart rate recovery is a useful clue but not a verdict. Track how you feel, how quickly breathing settles and whether dizziness, chest discomfort

Mamata Benerjee took away key evidence during raids in coal scam case against I-PAC official: ED

ED said the actions of Mamata Banerjee and the Kolkata Police commissioner resulted in obstructions in the ongoing investigation and proceedings

Coal scam case: ED alleges Mamata Banerjee removed evidence during I-PAC raids in Kolkata

The ED claimed she and state police forcibly removed key documents and electronic devices, obstructing evidence-gathering.

Pakistan's Ex-Minister Accuses Islamabad Of Weaponising Courts To Silence Dissent

A former Pakistani minister has accused Islamabad of weaponising courts to silence dissent against the state.

Forcing woman to continue pregnancy violates bodily integrity, aggravates mental trauma: Delhi HC

Justice Neena Bansal Krishna said the petitioner-wife could not be said to have committed an offence under Section 312 (causing miscarriage) of I

6 foods that can fluctuate your blood pressure quietly

Typhoid Case Surge In Gandhinagar: Human Rights Body Asks Gujarat Government For Ground Report

The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has sought a report from the Gujarat government within two weeks over media reports alleging a spurt

NYT Strands Answers January 8: Clues, spangram and hints revealed for Thursday puzzle #676

Strands is a daily word puzzle introduced by The New York Times and offered free to play online. Blending features of a traditional word search w

From smog to streets: How crop waste blamed for Delhis pollution could soon build roads

Delhi Pollution News: Scientists at CSIR-CRRI have developed a bio-bitumen technology converting farm residue into road material, a significant s

JEE Main 2026 Session 1 City Slip Out: Know When Admit Card Will Be Released

JEE Main 2026 Session 1 City Slips OUT: This city slip has been provided to help candidates plan their travel and logistics well in advance of th

Turkman Gate violence: Six more held, total arrests now stand at 11

We have arrested six more people. So far total of 11 people, including one juvenile, have been apprehended, says Additional Commissioner of Polic

After US, Bangladesh to impose tariffs on India? Yunus govt considers duties on cotton yarn imports

In a meeting held on Monday (January 5), the Bangladesh Trade and Tariff Commission reviewed cotton and cotton yarn imports from India and discus

After Selection Controversy, DYSS Orders Fresh Trial Matches for 48 U-14 Cricketers

Jammu, Jan 08: In a move aimed at ensuring transparency and regional balance, the Directorate of Youth Services and Sports (DYSS), Jammu and Kash

Found it Hard To Control My Emotions: Khawaja on Retiring From International Cricket

The 39-year-old veteran scored 6206 runs in 87 Test matches and 157 innings at an average of 43.39

Jana Nayagan row: Tamil cinema rallies behind Thalapathy Vijay

Film personalities like Silambarasan TR, Ravi Mohan, Venkat Prabhu, Karthik Subbaraj, and Shanthnu Bhagyaraj have shown their support to Vijay

Delhi HC: Abortion is a womans choice; marital discord does not nullify rights

The judgment stressed bodily integrity, decisional liberty, and Article 21 rights, highlighting that women bear disproportionate social, financia

BJP Leader Says 'Don't Need Muslim Votes', Party Distances Itself From Remark

A senior BJP leader from Uttar Pradesh was heard saying that he does not need Muslim votes, and that he will not engage with the community in the

6 reasons why your heart rate shoots up without exercise

Your resting heart suddenly feels like it's racing? Discover what's making your heartbeat quicken when you're sitting still, and when you should

These Habits Will Help Your Body Detox Better

The human body already has an efficient, round-the-clock detoxification system driven mainly by the liver, kidneys, lungs, gut and skin.

Satire | Align your New Year energy

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ED alleges Mamata Banerjee removed key evidence in coal case

The Enforcement Directorate claims West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee interfered with a raid. She allegedly entered the home of an I-PAC

BJP promises no hike in water, property taxes for 20 years in Navi Mumbai

The Bharatiya Janata Party has unveiled its manifesto for the Navi Mumbai municipal corporation elections. The party pledges no increase in water

Rs 800 Lollipop That Plays Music While You Eat It Launched

At CES 2026, Lollipop Star candy was unveiled, playing music via bone conduction technology powered by sound vibrations through the skull.

Former MLA P.V. Anvar appears before ED for interrogation in connection with suspected fraudulent loan transactions

Investigation pertains to loans amounting to 7.5 crore to Malamkulam Constructions and 4.61 crore to Pee Vee Aar Developers, sanctioned by the Ke

Seven RSS-BJP activists get life term for CPI(M) leaders murder

Kannur: A court in Thalassery here on Thursday sentenced seven RSS-BJP activists to life imprisonment in connection with the 2008 murder of a CPI

Why Women Experience Severe Hair Fall During Winters: Dermatologist Explains Causes

The colder months can lead to dry air, both outdoors and indoors, resulting in reduced moisture in the hair, which can weaken its structure, maki

Shark Tank India 5: Gurgaon founder stuns sharks with 430 free flights and Rs 15 lakh jewellery using credit card rewards

Shark Tank India Season 5: Gurugram-based founder Ashish Lath impressed Shark Tank India Season 5 by showcasing how his AI platform, Save Sage, h

Supreme Court defers hearing on pleas challenging ECIs SIR of electoral rolls to January 13

A Bench headed by Chief Justice Surya Kant, which had fixed the pleas for hearing during the day, said it will resume the proceedings on Tuesday

India-US ties in turbulent times, each day a fresh challenge: Congress on Trumps new tariff threat

New Delhi, Jan 8 (PTI) The Congress on Thursday said the India-US relationship is going through turbulent times and each day is a fresh challenge

How Climate, Traffic, and Road Conditions Affect Car Maintenance

Climate, traffic, and road conditions dictate maintenance needs, requiring tailored service strategies to ensure long-term vehicle health and cos

Who Is Pratik Jain, the Political Strategist Now Under ED Lens

Jain is a co-founder and director of Indian Political Action Committee, better known as I-PAC, a political consultancy that works with parties an

Trumps Venezuela oil grab is pushing Chinese refiners to Canada

China's refiners, facing a cutoff from Venezuelan crude due to US actions, are now exploring pricier Canadian oil. Inquiries for Canadian supply

Congress leader alleges I-PAC acts as 'eyes, ears' of TMC, questions ED raid

I-PAC acts as the eyes and ears of the TMC. They are engaged in framing all sorts of strategies to ensure the win of the TMC, and for that, they

Column | Ranjan Singh:movie ninja

This producer-distributor collects film posters and is known as director Anurag Kashyaps responsible alter ego

Campus of 2035: Attaining circularity in practice through sustainable education

Winter camp for kids in Visakhapatnam zoo

Visakhapatnam zoos Winter Camp turns enclosures into classrooms, offering children a close look at animal care, behaviour and conservation

Why Oil Still Shapes US Geopolitics In An Era of Record Production

The United States has made oil the centrepiece of its global strategy. According to the Energy Institute Statistical Review of World Energy, the

Bramayugam Academy museum screening: Mammootty's folk-horror makes history in Los Angeles

Bramayugam academy museum screening marks a global victory for director Rahul Sadasivan as the film joins the Where the Forest Meets the Sea seri

Supreme Court reserves verdict on plea of Justice Varma assailing validity of inquiry panel by Lok Sabha

Senior advocates for Justice Varma questioned the procedure for setting up the parliamentary panel and said only the Speaker of Lok Sabha and cha