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Chinas population falls for a fourth straight year

The total number of births in China dropped to 7.92 million in 2025, its lowest in decades, from 9.54 million in 2024

Chinas economy grows 5% in 2025, buoyed by strong exports despite Trump tariffs

The economy, the world's second largest, grew at a 4.8% annual pace in the previous quarter

Can the Chinese government arrest its ageing problem? | Explained

Why did Chinese President Xi Jinping abolish the one-child policy in 2016? Why has Beijing increased its age of retirement? What are some of the

Know your English | Is he officious?

Soft matter: the unusual yet persistent physics inside your bathroom cabinet

Every morning, as you use either your toothpaste or shampoo, you engage with soft matter, materials that flow like liquids under force but hold t

How should India tackle child trafficking? | Explained

What is the Palermo Protocol? How does the Bhartiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 define trafficking? How does the Constitution of India protect children f

$1 billion gets a permanent seat on Trump's Board of 'Peace for Gaza', as India and others invited

At least eight more countries have been invited to join President Trump's new Board of Peace, intended to oversee Gaza's next steps and potential

Explosion at steel plate factory in China's Inner Mongolia region kills 2

Sixty-six people were hospitalized after the blast, with three in critical condition

Delhi records 'most polluted January day' in two years, temperatures drop to 5C, IMD predicts heavy rainfall

On Monday, Delhi is expected to experience a minimum temperature ranging between 7-9C, while the maximum temperature is likely to hover around 24

Death Toll Rises to 6 in Fire at a Shopping Plaza in Karachi

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif expressed sorrow over the deaths and ordered authorities to use all available resources to prevent further losses

NATO chief confirms talks with US President Donald Trump over Greenland, to meet this week in Davos

NATO chief Mark Rutte spoke with US President Donald Trump on Arctic and Greenland security as Washington threatened tariffs on several European

Operation Trashi-I: Gunfight breaks out in J&Ks Kishtwar; 8 Army personnel injured

A fierce gun battle in Kishtwar's remote forests left eight Army personnel injured on Sunday. Security forces engaged two to three suspected fore

China economy poised to hit 2025 growth target despite weaker Q4, outlook darkens

The world's second-largest economy showed remarkable resilience in 2025, helped by smaller-than-expected U.S. tariff hikes and exporters' push to

Trump Invites PM Modi To 'Board Of Peace' For Gaza. What Is It

US President Donald Trump has invited India to join his so-called Board of Peace initiative, which is aimed at resolving global conflicts, beginn

When rescue workers fumbled, delivery agent entered water-filled pit to help Greater Noida techie

Police rejected allegations of negligence saying fire department teams made efforts to save the youth and deployed a crane, ladder, makeshift boa

Revanth Reddy attacks BJP over SIR, calls for united fight to save democracy

Hyderabad: Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy on Sunday, January 18, criticised the BJP, alleging that the party posed a threat to democrac

Maryam Nawaz Sharif faces backlash on Pakistani social media for her outfit choice on son's second marriage, netizens call her 'self-obsessed, pathetic'

Maryam Nawaz is facing the backlash of social media users in Pakistan for her outfit choice at her son Junaid Safdar's second marriage. Netizens

Quote of the day by Guru Nanak: Burn worldly love, rub the ashes and make ink of it, make the heart the pen

Guru Nanak, the founder of Sikhism, taught that true wisdom lies within the heart, urging a move beyond material desires to find infinite truth.

Telangana Cabinet gives nod for conducting municipal elections

Hyderabad: The Telangana Cabinet on Sunday, January 18, gave its nod for conducting municipal elections in the state. The Cabinet meeting preside

India, Pak, Italy: Countries Invited By Trump To Be Part Of Gaza 'Board Of Peace'

US President Donald Trump's administration has reached out to various figures around the world to sit on a so-called Board of Peace and related e

Billionaires 4,000 Times More Likely To Hold Political Office: Oxfam

As the rich and powerful from across the world start filling snow-clad lanes here, a new study said billionaires are 4,000 times more likely to h

Davos: Gujarat seeks defence, semicon & green investments at World Economic Forum 2026

Gujarat's Deputy Chief Minister Harsh Sanghavi is leading a delegation to the 56th World Economic Forum in Davos to attract investments. The team

Rashmika Mandanna Revisits Japan Memories After Pushpa 2 Premiere Says Cant Wait to Come Back Again

Taking to her Instagram handle, Rashmika shared a heartfelt note, penning down her thoughts on the event.

Spoke with Trump over Greenland, Says NATO Chief; to Meet US President

The NATO chief did not disclose further details of his conversation with Trump

Who will win the quick commerce crown; Solving Indias hospital shortage

Sriharsha Majety-led Swiggy is banking on a larger assortment as it looks to challenge for market leader position in the game.

Stand United with Denmark and People of Greenland: German Chancellor Merz

Several European countries expressed support and solidarity with Denmark and Greenland amid rising tensions with US President Donald Trump

US-Iran tension escalates, Tehran threatens all out war if Ali Khamenei is targeted

The current wave of unrest began last month in Tehran's Grand Bazaar, initially sparked by economic grievances such as rising costs and inflation

The worlds best filmmakers live here

There is a case to be made that films like Dhurandhar are better than Citizen Kane, The Godfather, and Seven Samurai

Scientists Identify Key Cells for Tissue Regeneration After Severe Damage in Groundbreaking Study

Moreover, by activating or mimicking the tissue esurrection pathways, it may be possible to slow or reverse damage in cases of degenerative dise

Bihar BCECE Junior Resident Recruitment 2026: Applications Open For Junior Resident Posts

Applicants must register online, submit required documents, pay the fee, and download the confirmation. The merit list for the Bihar Junior Resid

Trump invites PM Modi to join Board of Peace for Gaza transition

US President Donald Trump on Sunday invited Prime Minister Narendra Modi to be part of the Board of Peace that will work towards bringing lasting

Virat Kohlis batting a plus but lots of areas need improvement, says Shubman Gill

Kohli struck his record-extending 54th ODI ton but India lost by 41 runs in a steep run chase of 338

Spain: At least 21 killed, several injured in high-speed train collision in Cordoba, investigation underway

At least 21 people were killed when a high-speed Iryo train derailed and collided with a Renfe AVE train in Spain's Crdoba province. Several pass

Bangladesh elections cannot be free and fair in absence of Awami League: Former Foreign minister

Bangladesh's oldest party, Awami League, says that upcoming elections on February 12 will lack fairness. Leaders allege the Yunus regime banned t

Quick commerce giants split strategies as new rivals close in

As Swiggy bets on megapods, Blinkit on variety, and Zepto on price, the 2026 quick commerce landscape is dynamic. With flush capital, incumbents

'Diplomacy not a priority for Russia': Ukraine looks to Trump allies to step up pressure on Moscow

Two killed, dozens injured in Russian drone strikes across Ukraine

Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Sumy, Kharkiv, Dnipro, Zaporizhia, Khmelnytskyi and Odesa regions were targeted in an assault involving more than 200 dr

Disguises, Boats, Flights: Video Shows Machado's Daring Escape From Venezuela

The mission, dubbed Operation Golden Dynamite, was marked by difficult weather conditions and extended periods of uncertainty.

Uttar Pradesh: New Rs 40 crore project to connect Haryana with Jewar Airport, here's all you need to know

On one hand, the distance between the airport and Haryana and Uttar Pradesh via Khurja will be reduced. On the other hand, several districts of H

Spain: High-speed trains collide after one derails, at least 20 dead

A high-speed train derailed, jumped onto the track in the opposite direction and slammed into an oncoming train Sunday in southern Spain, killing

Pakistan: Blaze in Karachi kills six people, injures 20 others

Rescue officials said the victims died due to suffocation caused by dense smoke inside the building, and the injured, several of whom are reporte

Donald Trump says its time for new leadership in Iran

Trump further denounced Khamenei personally, calling him a sick man who should run his country properly and stop killing people, and described Ir

Setting up SIP on an active fund

Each year, statistically test the risk-adjusted return of investments in active funds. This will help you be mindful of the fact if each fund is

Live news updates: Mumbai Mayor race lengthens as Shinde holds his cards close and Fadnavis goes to Davos

Europe Hits Back at Trump Tariff Threat over Greenland

European countries including Denmark, of which Greenland is an autonomous territory, said they stand united against Trump's vow to hit them with

Kuki groups demand justice for woman who died 2 years after being gang-raped in Manipur violence

The Kuki Students' Organisation alleged that no meaningful action was taken against the perpetrators

Extremely Strange Train Accident On New Spain Track Kills 21

Spain on Monday reeled from a collision between two high-speed trains in the southern region of Andalusia that killed 21 people and injured more

21 Killed As High-Speed Train Derails, Collides With Another In Spain

Spain on Monday reeled from a collision between two high-speed trains in the southern region of Andalusia that killed 21 people and injured more

Quote of the day by Epictetus: 'Events do not just happen, but arrive by appointment.' Timeless quotes by Greek philosopher

Quote of the day by Epictetus shares a Stoic view on how events come with purpose. The quote explains acceptance, control, and responsibility. It

Techie dies after car plunges into water-filled pit in Greater Noida

The deceased was identified as Yuvraj Mehta, a resident of Tata Eureka Park society in Sector 150. He was working as a software engineer with a r

Oxfam cites reservation in India as example of how power can be democratised

As it flagged billionaires usurping the political landscape globally, rights group Oxfam on Monday cited Indias reservation system as a compellin

Gang violence in Guatemala kills seven police officers after inmates take over prisons

The attacks on police in and around Guatemala City came after hundreds of anti-riot police stormed Renovacion prison in Escuintla, about 76 km so

Morning Digest: India invited to sit on Trumps Board of Peace for Gaza; Navarro renews attack on India over AI, and more

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Jharkhand: 7 killed, 80 injured as bus overturns in Latehar district

Two persons died during treatment in hospital, another official said. In a post on X, Chief Minister Hemant Soren asked the Latehar deputy commis

Gold, silver prices today, January 19, 2026: Check city-wise rates in Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Kolkata and more

On January 19, 2026, gold prices in India range from Rs 13,621 per 1 gram for 24K gold and Rs 12,486 per 1 gram for 22K gold. Silver is priced at

EU scrambles to avert Trump Greenland tariffs, prepares retaliation

Greenland tariffs: Trump vowed on Saturday to implement a wave of increasing tariffs from February 1 on EU members Denmark, Sweden, France, Germa

21 Killed as High-Speed Trains Collide in Southern Spain

The tail end of an evening train between Malaga and Madrid with some 300 passengers went off the rails near Crdoba

Spain: Two high-speed trains derail, smash into each other, killing at least 21

A devastating train crash in southern Spain has claimed at least 21 lives. A high-speed train derailed, striking another train. The cause of the

Indias strategic metamorphosis from back office to global brain trust

Namdev Finvest bags $37M from FMO, IIX and Franklin Templeton to expand MSME lending

With the latest debt infusion, Namdev said it is positioning its balance sheet for the next phase of growth, even as it explores a larger equity

Nominee vs. legal heir: who is legally entitled to funds?

If a nominee has been appointed for a bank account, the bank may release funds to the nominee; however, ownership of those funds follows inherita

Publishing in the Age of Infinite Voices: Curation or Chaos?

A conversation on navigating abundance and how editors and publishers shape meaning, amplify voices, and find coherence in an era of endless stor

AAI submits report to WRD on building elevated corridor

AAI officials said the State government had called for a studyto assess whether the pillars of the proposed elevated corridor from Thandalam will

Why dieting made us fat: On weight loss, metabolism and why food is not the enemy

A conversation unpacking diet culture, metabolism myths, and a commonsense approach to eating that restores balance without fear or fads. Rujuta

Poetry competition winners awarded

Prakriti Foundations Poetry with Prakriti competition invited new and young poets to submit original poems

IIM Chairman Dr Milind P Kamble to lead DICCI delegation at WEF 2026

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Jan 18: Padma Shri Dr Milind P Kamble, Chairman, Board of Governors, Indian Institute of Management Jammu, will be

Winter Carnival: Day two enthralls thousands at Bhaderwah

Excelsior Correspondent DODA, Jan 18: The second day of the Winter Carnival 2026 was celebrated with great enthusiasm and splendor at New Bus Sta

Tell Me Lies Season 3 Episode 4 release time, schedule and how to watch on Hulu: Global streaming timings for all regions, title and story outline

Tell Me Lies Season 3 Episode 4 release time, schedule and how to watch details are now confirmed. The episode streams on Hulu on January 20. The

Millions of Americans can now claim $1,000 stimulus check. Are you eligible for it? Here's who can apply, how benefit payments are calculated and what is application process

Millions of Americans can now claim a $1,000 stimulus check through Pennsylvanias Property Tax/Rent Rebate program. The program, expanded in 2023

Bare necessities of life

Cold, Fog, and Hope: Two Faces of Januarys Winter

Bharti Sharma bhartisharma705139@gmail.com January arrives with a silence that is felt more than heard. The mornings are wrapped in dense fog, th

T.N. is at suboptimal pace of growth, says Governor R.N. Ravi

Kohli hundred not enough as New Zealand clinch series with Indore win

INDORE, Jan 18: Virat Kohlis magnificent, combative century, forged with trademark resolve under mounting pressure, proved heartbreakingly insuff

8 Army jawans injured as another gunfight breaks out with terrorists in Kishtwars upper reaches

Grenade attacks lead to heavy exchange of firing, cordon on *Troops launch Operation Trashi-I, reinforcement rushed Sanjeev Pargal JAMMU, Jan 18:

Dr Jitendra launches Indias first Marine Fish Farming Project from Andaman Sea

Excelsior Correspondent SRI VIJAYA PURAM (PORT BLAIR), Jan 18 : Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science & Technology, Earth Scie

Govt formulates guidelines for missions abroad to boost exports

New Delhi, Jan 18: The government has formulated specific guidelines for Indian missions abroad as it steps up efforts to boost exports through m

BJP SC Morcha holds preparatory meeting for Sri Guru Ravidass Jayanti celebrations

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU Jan 18: The BJP State SC Morcha under the leadership of its president, Dharminder Kumar, convened a crucial prepara

Prudence is different from knowledge: CJI

KOLKATA, Jan 18 : Chief Justice of India Justice Surya Kant on Sunday said that prudence is different from knowledge, maintaining that it is know

Private sector surpasses public sector in defence reasearch and development: Rajnath Singh

NAGPUR, Jan 18 : Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Sunday said the private sector has moved ahead of the public sector in research and deve

TMC Govt playing with national security by protecting infiltrators: PM

Calls for ending Maha Jungle Raj SINGUR (WB), Jan 18 : Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday charged the TMC Government with playing with nation

Discoms record Rs 2,701 cr profit in FY25 after years of losses

New Delhi, Jan 18: Power distribution utilities in the country collectively recorded a profit of Rs 2,701 crore in FY25 after having incurred los

LG reviews development works of Pachokhar Digital Library dedicated to Nari Shakti at Ghazipur

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Jan 18: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Sunday reviewed the ongoing development works of Pachokhar Digital Libr

No disability rights watchdog in J&K during past several months

Appointment process yet to be completed *Explicit provisions of Rules blatantly violated Mohinder Verma JAMMU, Jan 18: Several months after invit

Mumbai will get Mahayuti Mayor: Eknath Shinde; 'People chose development over emotional issues'

Taking a dig at Uddhav Thackeray-led Shiv Sena (UBT), Mr. Shinde said voters had chosen development over emotional issues

Sanjay Singh, Pappu Yadav among 8 booked for spreading fake images of Manikarnika ghat

VARANASI (UP), Jan 18: Police here have registered eight FIRs against as many people, including AAP MP Sanjay Singh and Congress leader Pappu Yad

Delegation meets LG, seeks upgradation of GHS Nomain

Zulfkar, others call on Sinha Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Jan 18: A delegation led by social activist Dr Dev Raj Sharma today met Lieutenant G

LG reiterates complete rehabilitation of families hit by natural calamities

Rly bridges to be restored in 3 months Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Jan 18: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha today asked the youth to dream big,

7 killed, 80 injured after bus carrying marriage party overturns in Jharkhands Latehar

LATEHAR, Jan 18: At least seven people, including five women, were killed and over 80 others injured after a bus carrying wedding guests overturn

Delhi to host Business-Expo 2026 for booster shot to trade

New Delhi, Jan 18: The Confederation of All India Traders (CAIT) is organising a Business Expo- Bharat Vyapar Mahotsav at Bharat Mandapam in the

Brazil and Nigeria emerge as key export destinations for Indian pharmaceuticals

New Delhi, Jan 18: Brazil and Nigeria are emerging as key export destinations for Indian pharmaceutical firms amid global economic uncertainties,