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Karnataka inks MoU with Azim Premji Foundation for 1,000-bed charitable and super-speciality multi-organ transplant hospital in Bengaluru

The Foundation has set a target of spending 4,000 crore over the next five years to build and operate a 1,000-bed charitable super-speciality and

Tourist Arrivals Picking Up As Conditions Improve After Pahalgam Attack: CS Atal Dulloo

Jammu, Jan 17: Chief Secretary Atal Dulloo on Friday said that the tourism sector in Jammu and Kashmir, which suffered a major setback following

Diasporic narratives of Amrita Shah, Viji Krishnamoorthy and Saras Manickam are stories of survival, oceanic journeys, agencies, and activism: Radha Hegde

The diasporic narratives of Amrita Shah, Viji Krishnamoorthy, and Saras Manickam are stories of survival, oceanic journeys, agencies, and activis

IND U19 vs BAN U19: Tensions flare as captains snub handshake during toss - Watch

Tensions rose ahead of the IND U19 vs BAN U19 World Cup clash as captains of both teams appeared to snub the customary handshake during the toss.

Caste Still Biggest Admission Form In India, Need Anti-Discrimination Law: Rahul Gandhi

New Delhi, Jan 17: On the 10th death anniversary of Dalit student Rohith Vemula on Saturday, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi said the reality for yo

Hindu man crushed to death in Bangladesh

The incident, which took place in Rajbari district, marks the latest in a spate of violence targeting Hindus in Bangladesh.

Good governance around Bengal, change needed: PM Modi in Malda

Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlighted development and connectivity during a rally in Malda, West Bengal. He stated the BJP has ended divisive

Malik thora galti ho gayi: DJ plays Microsoft Teams meeting sound at office party, sparks manager meme frenzy

An office party video is going viral. A DJ played the Microsoft Teams ringtone, a sound many dread. This unexpected mix with a popular meme line

Yes Bank sees improvement in asset quality, Q3 net profit surges 55% to 952 crore

The GNPA ratio at 1.5% in Q3FY26 was down 10 bps YoY and NNPA ratio at 0.3% was down 20 bps YoY

CBFC Chief Prasoon Joshi Breaks Silence on Toxic Controversy

Toxic stars KGF fame Yash in the lead. Geetu Mohandas is its director.

Watch: Justice D.Y. Chandrachud questions prolonged incarceration in Umar Khalid case | Lit for Life 2026

At The Hindu Lit for Life 2026, Justice D.Y. Chandrachud responds to a question on free speech, national security and the Unlawful Activities Pre

Dia Mirza Joins This Was 2016 Trend, Rekindles RHTDM Memories With Maddy

Along with the pictures, Dia wrote a caption reminding fans of how the film has stayed close to people's hearts for years and asked them to name

India has worlds lowest data costs: Scindia

New Delhi: Union Communications Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia on Saturday said that India now has worlds lowest data costs and highest data usage

Mrunal Thakur, Dhanush wedding rumours: Truth behind all reports

Mumbai: Social media has been buzzing with one big question lately are Mrunal Thakur and Dhanush getting married? The rumour mill went into overd

CJI lays foundation of integrated court complexes for six districts in Uttar Pradesh

Chandauli: Chief Justice of India Surya Kant on Saturday, January 17, laid the foundation of integrated court complexes for six districts in Utta

EPFO to Allow PF Withdrawals via UPI From April 2026

New Delhi: The Employees Provident Fund Organization (EPFO) is set to allow members to withdraw their provident fund balances directly into their

Bengaluru Rural MP flags need for 650-bed hospital at proposed RGUHS medical college campus in Ramanagara

The existing district hospital has 250 beds, and is located nearly 3 km from the new campus, posing challenges in integrating academic training,

BJP is expanding as political space of other parties shrinking in Maharashtra

Mumbai: Riding on the momentum from its strong showing in the November 2024 assembly elections, the BJP has further expanded its footprint in Mah

Woman killed after tree falls on her car south of Wollongong as winds and rain batter NSW coast, thousands warned to stay indoors; all you need to know

A woman has died in New South Wales after a tree branch fell on her car. The incident occurred on Macquarie Pass during severe weather. Emergency

Quote of the day by William Wordsworth: What we need is not the will to believe

Quote of the Day invites readers to reflect on how they engage with ideas, traditions and information. Rather than promoting belief without scrut

New year resolution for 2026: save Indias bees

At a time when Indias native pollinators are declining, and the government is toying with ideas like genetically modified insects, ordinary citiz

Kerala takes responsible investment pitch to Davos, Rajeeve to lead team

Kerala is set to showcase its strengths at the World Economic Forum in Davos. A delegation will highlight the state's commitment to sustainable a

Why Payroll Modernization Has Become a Strategic Imperative for Global Enterprises

Payroll platforms on the way to digital transformation and modernization

Not regular activity: MEA clarifies India did not participate in 'BRICS Naval Exercise'

India clarified that the 'BRICS Naval Exercise' was a South African initiative, not a regular BRICS activity, with India not participating. The d

Ashok Gehlot alleges nearly 1,400 fake objections in Alwar draft voter list

Congress leader Ashok Gehlot has raised serious concerns over electoral roll revisions in Ramgarh, Alwar. He claims a BJP election agent filed 1,

Body of 33-year-old man found in pond in UPs Amethi

Amethi: The body of a 33-year-old man was recovered from a pond in the Sangrampur area here on Saturday, police said. The deceased has been ident

PCB set to announce early start for Australia series due to weather conditions

Lahore: The Pakistan Cricket Board is set to announce an early start to the three-match T20 series against Australia later this month due to the

PM Modi Flags Off Indias 1st Vande Bharat Sleeper Train From Malda

Malda, Jan 17: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday flagged off Indias first Vande Bharat sleeper train between Howrah and Guwahati (Kamakhya

How health goes beyond the body | Lit for Life workshop

Priti Chawla emphasises fitness and health through a holistic approach that seamlessly aligns mindful living with physical workouts

Hyderabad Police Impose Traffic Curbs at Chowmahalla Palace

To ensure smooth flow of traffic, the Hyderabad police will restrict roads for all types of vehicular movement from 2 pm to 11 pm near Chowmahall

Six children among 14 killed in road accident due to fog in Pakistan's Punjab

A tragic accident occurred in Pakistan's Punjab province. A truck carrying 23 passengers, mostly a family, fell from a bridge in Kot Momin. Dense

12 held for selling Chinese Manja worth Rs 1.88 lakh in Hyderabad

Hyderabad: As many as 12 people were arrested on Friday, January 16, for selling Chinese Manja worth Rs 1.88 lakh in Hyderabad and the police sei

Unaware Of His Owner's Death, Dog In China Continues To Wait For Him Every Day

Chen Zhi, the manager of Shanghai Jiege Pet Animal Garden, told the media that Ah Wang may be suffering from deep psychological trauma after his

24 is panicking, 34 is exhausting: The fears of young India in 2026

India's youth, comprising millennials and Gen Z, face distinct anxieties shaped by differing political, economic, and technological landscapes. W

Rashtrapati Bhavan to Remain Closed for Visitors From Jan 2129

New Delhi, Jan 17: Rashtrapati Bhavan will remain closed for public visits from January 21 to 29 in view of the upcoming Republic Day Parade and

The Day Ayatollah Khomeini Returned To Iran After 14 Years In Exile

Ayatollah Khomeini returned to Iran on February 1, 1979, after 14 years in exile, with millions lining the streets to witness his homecoming.

Hindu Petrol Pump Worker Killed In Dispute Over Unpaid Fuel In Bangladesh

The incident, which took place on Friday in Rajbari district, marks the latest in a spate of violence targeting Hindus in Bangladesh.

Rising gold rates in Hyderabad outperform stock market returns

Hyderabad: Gold rates in Hyderabad and other Indian cities have once again reached near an all-time high record and continued to outperform stock

Shivakumar scraps Davos tour to attend party meetings ahead of Assam polls

Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar has cancelled his Davos trip for the World Economic Forum. He will attend meetings in New Delhi reg

Chaos In Iran Could Cost India Dearly

India and Iran have maintained a strong partnership for decades, connected by history, geography, and shared interests. This relationship isn't j

India's Diabetes Burden: Healthy Eating Tips To Reduce Risk Of Type 2 Diabetes

If you're pre-diabetic, you can make certain diet and lifestyle changes to reduce your risk of developing type 2 diabetes. Here are some healthy

Taking Maharashtra to Davos

Maharashtra is presenting its investment potential at the World Economic Forum 2026. The state highlights its ability to convert ambition into me

China Blocks Nvidia H200 AI Chip Imports Despite US Export Clearance

Chinese customs authorities this week told customs agents that Nvidia's H200 chips are not permitted to enter the country.

Reservations for Corporation Mayors and Municipal Chairpersons Finalized in Telangana

Women to get 50% reservation; GHMC and several major civic bodies reserved for women candidates.

Tech and poetry, a perfect blend for an ever-changing world

Ravi Shankar Etteh reflects on poetry, AI and writing

Senior Maoist among two killed in encounter with security forces in Chhattisgarh

Security forces eliminated two Naxalites in Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh. Senior cadre Dilip Bedja was among those killed in the encounter. The

Maharashtra politics: BJP expands footprint as rivals shrink

The BJP has expanded its political presence in Maharashtra. This follows a strong performance in the November 2024 assembly elections. The party

Rashtrapati Bhavan To Be Closed For Public Visits From January 21 To 29

New Delhi, Jan 17: The Rashtrapati Bhavan (Circuit 1) will remain closed for the general public from January 21 to 29 in view of the upcoming Rep

Congress Madhya Pradesh MLA Phool Singh Baraiya's shocking remarks on Rape, 'Adivasi' women: 'Kaun si ati sundar stree hai...'

Congress MLA from Madhya Pradesh, Phool Singh Baraiya's disgusting comment on rape and scheduled caste women, has stirred a political storm. He j

2026 Iran protest: Family searches corpses, buries daughter roadside

Beirut: Robina Aminians family believes the college student was killed by a bullet fired by Iranian security forces at close range, straight into

U19 World Cup: Bangladesh opt to field against India

India is playing an unchanged side in the U19 World Cup opener

Fiorentina Owner Rocco Commisso Dies At 76

Both Fiorentina and Mediacom announced Commisso's death early Saturday without providing a cause

Bishnoi gang threatens singer B Praak, seeks Rs 10 crore in extortion

Chandigarh: Punjabi singer B. Praak has received a death threat from a Lawrence Bishnoi gang member, who reportedly demanded Rs 10 crore and thre

PM Flags Off Indias First Vande Bharat Sleeper Train From Bengals Malda

MALDA, Jan 17: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday flagged off the countrys first Vande Bharat sleeper train between Howrah and Guwahati (Ka

PM Modi flags off 4 Amrit Bharat Express trains, adds Rs 3,250 crore infrastructure muscle to poll-bound West Bengal

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated multiple rail and road projects valued at over Rs 3,250 crore in West Bengal. He also launched India's i

Odisha police start crackdown on organised cattle traders at 46 locations

The focus of the operation was to disrupt the organized network, identify key operatives, and collect evidence against those involved, says Keonj

Chinese Drone Makes Provocative Flight, Says Taiwan

A Chinese drone entered Taiwan's airspace over the Pratas Islands on Saturday. Taiwan's defence ministry called the move provocative and irrespon

'Clean water not available even today': Rahul Gandhi meets Indore victims; slams MP government

Rahul Gandhi visited Indore to meet victims of a water contamination outbreak, offering condolences to families of the deceased and consoling the

CJI Kant Lays Foundation Of Integrated Court Complexes For Six Districts In Uttar Pradesh

Chandauli (UP), Jan 17: Chief Justice of India Surya Kant on Saturday laid the foundation of integrated court complexes for six districts in Utta

Indrajeet Singh issues statement after ED searches, says agency didnt recover even Rs 100

The Enforcement Directorate conducted searches linked to Indrajeet Singh Yadav in a money laundering probe, claiming significant seizures of cash

I'm Back, Reminded Me of How Fragile Life is: Damien Martyn Returns Home From Hospital

Martyn said the painful episode taught him the transient nature of life

Women Votes To Local Issues, How AIMIM Emerged Big In Maharashtra Civic Polls

Led by party supremo Asaduddin Owaisi, AIMIM has won 125 seats across key municipal corporations in Maharashtra, which not only sharply expanded

Column by Devdutt Pattanaik | Is the hamsa an Indian goose or a European swan?

Goddess Saraswatis companion is far removed from the bird form Zeus took to seduce Leda

Human rights is what the society should aim for: Grayling

British philosopher A.C. Grayling, in conversation with Chandan Gowda, says most borders are drawn in the blood of the wars and nationalistic for

Winter Weather Raises the Risk of Stroke, Particularly Among Elderly and Hypertensive Patients

Dr Vipul Gupta, Director Neurointerventional Surgery, Sir H.N. Reliance Foundation Hospital, Mumbai Every year it has been seen that the dipping

Bipasha Basu Hops on Viral 2016 Trend, Shares Her Wedding Pictures With Karan Singh Grover

So honestly, calling her latest Instagram post a photo dump feels wrong; it's basically her wedding album, full of love and glow.

Delhi Excise Policy case: Chargesheet against Kejriwal is cut-and-paste of earlier filings, argues counsel

A Delhi court heard arguments in the Excise Policy corruption case. Arvind Kejriwal's lawyer stated no evidence links him to the alleged Rs 100 c

No Evidence that Paracetamol Increases Autism Risk, Says Analysis of Robust Studies

The team reviewed evidence from 43 studies and looked for those with the largest, most rigorous methodologies, such as analyses involving sibling

CJI Kant lays foundation for court complexes across six UP districts

Chief Justice of India Surya Kant has initiated the construction of integrated court complexes in six Uttar Pradesh districts. These facilities i

Through an Arab lens | Zayed National Museum in Abu Dhabi tells the unfolding story of the UAE

From a Bronze Age boat to the founding fathers Chrysler Newport, the Zayed National Museum curates the history of the Emirates

AP Marks Major Milestone in Global Clean Energy Sector: Naidu

Foundation works begin for AM Greens 15 MTPA Green Ammonia project in Kakinada, positioning Andhra Pradesh as Indias Green Hydrogen hub.

Elon Musk Seeks Up To $134 Billion From OpenAI, Microsoft in 'Wrongful Gains'

Musk may seek punitive damages and other penalties, including a possible injunction, if the jury finds either company liable, the filing says, wi

MCD to set aside Rs 35 crore for microchipping, vaccinating stray dogs in upcoming budget

The Municipal Corporation of Delhi plans a significant budget allocation for stray dog management. Around Rs 35 crore is earmarked for microchipp

Converting shame into anger is constructive, says author Neige Sinno

It is unfair that the burden to protect children is almost entirely on mothers, says French novelist Neige Sinno in conversation with Priya Raman

How the #2016Core Trend Has Been Bollywood Celebrities' Favourite

The trend is driven by pure nostalgia for what many see as a simpler, more carefree era the last truly relaxed, pre-pandemic, less algorithm-hea

PM Modi flags off Indias first Vande Bharat sleeper train from Bengals Malda

PM Modi will flag off four Amrit Bharat Express trains through virtual mode

Hania Aamir, Asim Azhars pre-wedding events allegedly begin

Islamabad: The Pakistani entertainment world is buzzing once again, and this time the whispers are louder than ever. Ever since Galaxy Lollywood

Rape case: Kerala MLA Rahul Mamkootathils bail plea rejected, to remain in jail

Rahul Mamkootathil, who was arrested from Palakkad on January 11, is expected to approach the sessions court for bail. The application is schedul

Maharashtra Civic Polls: Parties Lost Should Introspect: Owaisi

Now those parties who abuse us (as BJP's B team) should think of themselves. It is the decision of the people, says Owaisi

Babar Azam humiliated, Rizwan retired, Afridi pulled out mid-over: Netizens mock Pakistan premium players performance in BBL

Pakistani cricket stars Babar Azam, Mohammad Rizwan, and Shaheen Afridi faced scrutiny during Australia's Big Bash League. Azam's visible frustra

Murshidabad sees fresh unrest with highway, rail traffic blocked over migrant worker assault

Protests erupted again in Murshidabad, West Bengal on Saturday. Locals blocked National Highway-12 and railway tracks at Beldanga. This followed

Team Uddhav Candidate Wins From Thane Ward Where Eknath Shinde Lives

Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde's Shiv Sena has emerged as the single-largest party in the Thane Municipal Corporation in Maharashtra; howeve

Bulls Steal Show at Alanganallur Jallikattu, TN CM Announces Govt Job for Best Tamer

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin, who witnessed the popular sport at close quarters, announced a government job in the Animal Husbandry depar

Word of the Day: Liminal

In a post-pandemic world marked by rapid change, many people experience life as a series of unresolved transitions, career shifts, identity quest

PM Modi Flags Off India's First Howrah-Guwahati Vande Bharat Sleeper Train

PM Modi Flags Off India's First Howrah-Guwahati Vande Bharat Sleeper Train

Tamil Nadu Elections: AIADMK announces first wave of promises

AIADMK has unveiled its initial election promises for the Tamil Nadu Assembly polls. Key pledges include Rs 2,000 monthly aid for women heads of

I Will Return: Shah's Son Confident Iran Rulers To Fall As Trump Holds Off

The son of Iran's late shah said Friday he was confident that mass protests would topple the Islamic republic and urged international action, as

AIADMK releases first phase manifesto, promises 2,000 aid, free bus travel for men

Key promises include 2,000 monthly assistance for women-headed families under the Kula Vilakku Scheme, free bus travel for men on city buses, and

Raj Thackeray admits MNS's poor BMC polls performance, vows to fight for Marathi manoos

Maharashtra Navnirman Sena chief Raj Thackeray has accepted his party's disappointing performance in the BMC elections. He stated the contest was

Where History Walked the Ramp: Tarun Tahilianis 30-Year Ode to India

At the British Residency in Hyderabad, legendary designer Tarun Tahiliani marked 30 years of fashion and feeling. Draped in time, Tarun's show ce