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Hong Kong emerges key market for India's high-value exports

India's exports to Hong Kong are surging. Shipments of silver jewellery, electronics, and processed stones have seen substantial growth. Cut and

Manipur's 'buffer zone' threatens to harden ethnic divisions now

What began as a 'buffer zone' in Manipur to safeguard against ethnic conflict has morphed into a politically charged environment, exacerbating ex

Wholesale inflation hits 8-month high of 0.8% in December

Wholesale prices have exited deflation. Inflation reached an eight-month high of 0.83% in December. This shift was driven by stable food prices a

Efforts for EAM S Jaishankar's US visit begin after Marco Rubio talks

In a post on X, Jaishankar stated, Just concluded a good conversation with Secretary of State Marco Rubio. Discussed trade, critical minerals, nu

Army objects to hospital in Assam near border, matter reaches Supreme Court

The Army said if at all the hospital is allowed to be built, it should have over 15-ft concrete boundary wall with separators and no window of th

IPKF decision open to debate, but sacrifices must be respected: Defence minister Rajnath Singh

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh reflected on the complex history surrounding the deployment of Indian forces for Operation Pawan in Sri Lanka almo

Cold snap sends US heating bills higher millions could face average costs near $1,189

Millions of Americans are bracing for significantly higher heating bills this winter, with electric heating users facing the steepest increases.

To avoid FATF grey list, Pakistan used lobbying firms for US government help

Pakistan is often seen as having a chequered past when it comes to illicit money flow. At a proposed FATF meet next month, there will be scrutiny

Lalbagh style parks in North and South Bluru: DKS

BP warns of up to $5 billion of energy transition writedowns

BP Plc anticipates up to $5 billion in writedowns from its energy transition business following a leadership change and a pivot back to fossil fu

After Donald Trump's threat, Iran warns neighbours it could strike American bases if US intervenes

After US President Donald Trump's sharp warning to Iran, the Islamic Republic has issued a scathing warning to its neighbours saying that it will

Indian hockey has thrived again and risen: Christopher Ruhr

The ace German player reflects his bond with the country where he has had career-defining moments; he is enjoying sharing space with young player

Free Starlink access for Iran seen as game changer for demonstrators getting their message out

Elon Musk's American aerospace company has taken steps to restore telecommunications and internet access to Iran. This action comes after a compl

At least 3,428 killed in Iran crackdown on protesters: Rights group

Iran protests death toll update: Iranian security forces have killed over 3,400 protesters. More than 10,000 people have been arrested. New infor

Sundance Film Festival reveals 2026 jury lineup for major competition categories

The Sundance Institute has announced the jury lineup for the 2026 Sundance Film Festival, scheduled to run from January 22 to February 1 in Park

Idukki turns a vantage for devotees to witness Makarajyoti

FBI searches journalists home over alleged Pentagon leak

The Post named the reporter as Hannah Natanson and said federal agents seized a work laptop, a personal laptop, her phone and a watch from her ho

TET results sparks concern among in-service teachers, unions seek exemption

Test outcome triggers a debate, with teacher unions arguing that when more than half of the teachers fail to qualify, it clearly indicates that t

Researchers develop AI tool to predict how shapeshifting proteins connect inside cells

Applications of the tool could span from disease biology to drug design, say scientists.

Australia classifies Indian students high-risk, tightens visa scrutiny

It improves quality over quantity, say experts; this means requiring detailed financial proof, full traceability of source of funds, a strict Gen

The Raja Saab box office collection day 6: Prabhas film sees surprise growth, marches towards Rs 200 crore worldwide

After seeing massive decline in its collections after Rs 100-crore opening, The Raja Saab finally saw some growth in its collections on its sixth

Mahindra XEV 9S and XUV 7XO record 93,689 bookings worth 20,500 crore

Calcutta High Court disposes of Trinamool's plea in I-PAC office search; adjourns ED's application

The Supreme Court will hear a plea from the Enforcement Directorate. The ED alleges interference by West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee. T

Telangana doctors body opposes zero percentile NEET-PG cut-off, warns of threat to medical education

Enhanced tax sops for R&D, easier access to export credit high on pharma sector Budget wish list

Maharashtra votes today in high-stakes civic polls, Ajit Pawar raises scam, BJP hits back

NCPs Ajit Pawar has fired a significant shot across the bow at the erstwhile Shiv Sena-BJP coalition, alleging they orchestrated an irrigation sc

BWSSB implements AI-based smart pump monitoring tech

29 Maoists surrender in Chhattisgarh's Sukma

Chattisgarh news: Twenty-nine Maoists surrendered in Sukma, Chhattisgarh. This included Podiam Budhra, a leader with a 2 lakh reward. The surrend

Make it make sense: NATO Chief Rutte grilled on how a U.S. Greenland grab boosts Arctic security

BIE Seeks Poll Duty Exemption for Government College Staff

Krishna Aditya mentioned that the English practical exams for the first and second-year intermediate students are scheduled for January 21 and 22

Animal Crossings: New Horizon 3.0 Update launch time, early access and how to download: Switch 2 Edition availability and feature access

Animal Crossings: New Horizon 3.0 Update launch time has become a major topic as players wait for the January 15 release. Nintendo has not confir

Unexpected Tie-Ups Mushroom As Maharashtra Civic Polls Blur Political Lines

In Maharashtra politics, the answer to the question 'Who is with whom?' has become more convoluted than a pretzel! The equations emerging for the

Tripura CM to raise Tripura student Angel Chakma's death with Uttarakhand counterpart

Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha will again discuss the killing of student Angel Chakma with Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami. Ang

Rs 25 Lakh Pay, 600 Zomato Credits, And More: Job Offer In Bengaluru Sparks Debate

The job listing resonated with many users on social media as it sparked debate about salary structures in India's tech industry.

29 Maharashtra civic bodies go to polls; Mumbai is big prize

More than 3.48 crore voters will cast their votes to choose 2,869 corporators from among 15,908 candidates; Votes will be counted on Friday

Youth hacked to death in Tiruchi

Uncontested victories in Mumbai local polls valid under the law: Bombay High Court

Theopposition claimed that mass withdrawals were not voluntary and Mahayuti allies used coercion, forcing candidates to withdraw

5 Arrested for Temple Ornaments Theft

Police recover Rs 26 lakh worth of stolen temple ornaments

In Focus podcast | Iran protests explained: Whats driving the unrest?

Stanly Johny speaks to us about Irans latest protests, the deepening economic crisis, and the political risks ahead.

Gaza Enters Second Phase of Ceasefire Plan, Says Trump Envoy

As part of its evolving strategy for Gaza, the United States is now prioritizing the demilitarization of Hamas and the establishment of a new Pal

Sankranti Festivities Mark Renewed Development Focus in Vijayawada

The celebrations were held in a festive atmosphere with large participation from NDA leaders, party workers and the public.

Watch: Indian Navys INSV Kaundinya reaches Oman port after historic 18-day voyage

Hyderabadis Celebrate Bhogi With Kites, Rangolis

Terrace kite flying was especially popular among those above 40. While the lack of wind affected kite flying during the afternoon, conditions imp

Iran Foreign Minister dials Jaishankar to dicuss evolving situation

New Delhi: Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi called External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar late Wednesday, January 14, evening, with

Man Injured by Kite String in Visakhapatnam

Sharp kite string causes serious facial injury on Madhurawada Bridge

Delhi govt launches 81 Ayushman Arogya Mandirs to provide accessible healthcare

Indian Sikh woman who married Pakistani man arrested in Lahore

An Indian Sikh woman, Sarabjeet Kaur, who married a Pakistani Muslim during a visit, has been sent to a government shelter home in Lahore. Despit

INSV Kaundinya Reaches Oman After 17-Day Maiden Voyage

Traditionally-built stitched ship INSV Kaundinya reached the shores of Muscat on Wednesday after a 17-day maiden overseas voyage from the coastal

Watch: Firefighters rescue dog from frozen lake in Hungary

'Dirty US methods cant change Russia-Iran ties!: Putin aide accuses Trump of smashing global order

2 More Healthcare Workers With Nipah Symptoms Admitted To Bengal Hospital

Two more nurses were on Wednesday admitted to the Beliaghata ID Hospital here after they showed symptoms of the Nipah virus infection, a health d

Cruise Operator Fined Rs 5,000 For Dumping Sewage In Ganga In Varanasi

The district administration here on Wednesday imposed a fine of Rs 5,000 on the Alaknanda cruise for allegedly polluting the Ganga river, officia

Government Bound To Provide Night Shelter To Homeless: Delhi Court

The Delhi High Court underscored on Wednesday that in a welfare State, it is the bounden duty of the government to provide adequate shelter to th

BMC elections: Check voting time, result date and other key details to polls of India's richest civic body

Maharashtra is voting today for 29 municipal corporations. The main contest is for Mumbai's BMC between the BJP-led Mahayuti and the Thackeray fr

Finance Ministry launches 20 lakh Paripoorna Mediclaim Ayush Bima for CGHS beneficiaries

Available as a retail product, the policy provides in-patient hospitalisation coverage within India with flexible co-payment options and discount

Quote of the day by Robert Frost: 'In three words I can sum up everything I've learned about life...'

Robert Frosts quote, It goes on, captures the quiet truth of lifes resilience. In just a few words, the poet reminds us that despite setbacks, lo

Cong leader booked for threatening and abusing Municipal Commissioner

The Congress leader threatened the Municipal Commissioner over a flex and banner to promote Kannada film Cult that was removed for violating norm

9 Amrit Bharat Express to be launched soon, cross 9 states; check routes, train number, timings

The Ministry of Railways will soon launch nine Amrit Bharat Express trains with various facilities. These trains will be launched with non-AC ser

NIA leadership change: 1994-batch IPS officer Rakesh Aggarwal appointed as director general; tenure till August 2028

Senior IPS officer Rakesh Aggarwal has been officially appointed as the Director General of the National Investigation Agency (NIA). Previously h

Father Calls 21-Year-Old Home To Forgive Her For Marriage, Then Shoots Her

A 21-year-old married woman was allegedly shot dead by her father in a mustard field after she returned to her village, believing she was being c

Youth held with suspected MDMA from Muvattupuzha

Watch: Mehbooba Mufti slams move to profile mosques in J&K

Jaishankar receives call from Iran FM Araghchi, MEA issues fresh advisory to avoid travel to Iran

Trump son-in-law Kushner, envoy Witkoff plan to meet Putin in Moscow, Bloomberg reports

American officials Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner are reportedly planning a trip to Moscow. They aim to meet Russian President Vladimir Putin. T

Trump envoy says Gaza is entering second phase of ceasefire plan

Steve Witkoff said that the ceasefire deal was entering a phase focused on demilitarizing Gaza, establishing a technocratic government and recons

Thousands pull out of 2026 FIFA World Cup 17,000 ticket cancellations linked to US politics

Concerns over politics and safety are affecting 2026 FIFA World Cup ticket plans. Thousands of fans have reportedly withdrawn from ticket plans.

Bhogi Bonfires Mark Protest At Gowada Sugar Factory

Leaders of the Andhra Pradesh Rythu Sangham and CITU addressed the gathering and urged the government to act immediately: Reports

Today's youth is no longer just a 'job seeker', but a 'job creator': Delhi CM Rekha Gupta

The programme is being organised by the Directorate of Training and Technical Education (DTTE) of the Government of Delhi. On this occasion, the

Who is TJ Sabula? A Ford worker suspended by the company sparks online debate what did he do?

TJ Sabula, a Ford factory worker, went viral after confronting Donald Trump during a plant visit. A video of the moment spread online, leading to

Nipah-hit Bengal nurses critical; two contacts hospitalised

One nurse is in coma and the other is on ventilator support; 120 people who came into contact with them have been directed to isolate themselves;

Watch: India urges nationals to leave Iran immediately

Senior IPS officer Rakesh Aggarwal appointed NIA chief

Aggarwal, a 1994 batch Indian Police Service (IPS) officer of Himachal Pradesh cadre, is currently special director general in the anti-terror ag

IPS Officer Rakesh Aggarwal Takes Charge as NIA Chief

The Indian government has appointed Rakesh Aggarwal as the director general of the National Investigation Agency (NIA). Currently serving as spec

India, EU Officials In Constant Touch To Resolve FTA Hurdles Ahead Of January Summit

The India-EU Summit will be held on January 27 here, and the top EU leadership will grace the Republic Day parade as the chief guest on January 2

Sharad Kelkar on playing villain opposite Emraan Hashmi in Taskaree: 'You're free to do lot of stuff, no limit to it'

Sharad Kelkar also said his commanding voice sometimes comes as a disadvantage as he is not considered for common man roles by filmmakers. The 49

Wife can claim 25 pc of husbands income as maintenance: HC

Allahabad: The Allahabad High Court, in a significant ruling, on Tuesday, January 13, stated that a wifes maintenance amount can be up to 25 per

DC Edit | Time To Revisit Anti-Graft Law

Parliament must undo Section 17As damage to graft investigations

ICE has no place terrorising Minneapolis: Ilhan Omar calls to defund federal enforcement

'Discussed evolving situation in Iran': Iranian Foreign Minister dials EAM S Jaishankar

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar spoke with Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi about the evolving situation in and around Iran.

MSTR stock rallies as Bitcoin price (BTC USD) today hits $97k and insider buy sparks investor buzz analysts reveal bullish Strategy stock price target

MSTR stock: Strategy shares saw a significant jump on Wednesday. This rise was fueled by a surge in Bitcoin's price, which crossed $97,000. Inves

Some personnel at key U.S. base in Qatar advised to evacuate as Iran official brings up earlier attack

The base, which hosts thousands of U.S. service members, was targeted by Iran in June in retaliation for U.S. strikes on its nuclear facilities

Euphoria Season 3 teaser drops, hinting at Rue Bennetts drug debt and new dangers

Euphoria Season 3 follows Rue Bennetts journey five years after high school, exploring her addiction battles and personal development. A newly re

Will not stay trial in IRCTC scam against Lalu, son Tejashwi: Delhi HC

IRCTC scam: The court, however, said the trial court could hold the cross-examination of witnesses ext-to-next week, by which time it would deci

Sankranti Colour, SHG Business Training Mark SARAS Mela

The mela wore a festive look with Bhogi bonfires lit near the cultural stage, along with sugarcane stacks, gobbemmas and doll displays showcasing

Lemon peel, cinnamon and ginger water: What is this viral fat-burning drink and does it really work?

Lemon peel, cinnamon and ginger water is a viral wellness drink claimed to boost metabolism and burn fat, but it is not a magic weight-loss solut

Gig Workers Get Relief, but Firms Need To Rethink Biz

Labour ministry steps in as speed-driven commerce endangers gig workers

Nigerian national deported from Hyderabad for alleged drug peddling

Hyderabad: A 38-year old Nigerian national was deported back to his country by Hyderabad Narcotic Enforcement Wing (H-NEW) on Tuesday, January 13

Can spiritual leaders not ride cars? Satua Baba driving Porsche, Defender targets non-believers

Sri Lanka's conflict related sexual violence against Tamils remains unaddressed: UN report

The report said that during the civil war, sexual violence was widely used, primarily by State security forces actors, as a method of intimidatio

Minister assures support to indigent family