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Nepal polls: New-gen candidates challenge old guard Oli for top post

Nepal's election campaign is intensifying. Three parties have named their prime ministerial candidates. The Communist Party of Nepal (Unified Mar

Major EU states condemn Trump tariff threats, consider retaliation

Trump vowed to implement a wave of increasing tariffs on EU members Denmark, Sweden, France, Germany, the Netherlands and Finland, along with Bri

WEF 2026: Look forward to meaningful discussions, agreements, Assam CM Sarma heads to Davos for annual summit

World Economic Forum 2026: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma is heading to Davos for the key annual summit. He anticipates productive disc

Severe pollution in Delhi NCR as AQI surpasses 450

New Delhi: Air pollution levels in the National Capital Region (NCR) have shattered previous records over the past few days, with the Air Quality

China's electricity use hits record in 2025, surpasses 10 trillion kWh

Rising demand for electricity in China has been driven in large part by high-tech industries

Garena Free Fire Max Redeem Codes for January 19, 2026: Full list of active codes and how to claim free rewards

Garena Free Fire Max players can get free items using redeem codes. These codes are released regularly. Players must use them quickly as they exp

PM Lauds NDRF for Their Professionalism and Resolve on Raising Day

PM acknowledged the global respect earned by the NDRF, calling its work a benchmark in disaster preparedness and response

Rising American star Michael Zheng could be forced to return Australian Open prize money - Heres why

American tennis player Michael Zheng's impressive Australian Open run faces a hurdle as US college rules limit prize money earnings to $10,000 an

North Korea-linked hackers target Naver, Google ads to spread malware

Seoul: A North Korea-linked hacking group has recently conducted a sophisticated malware distribution campaign by abusing online advertising syst

Noida techie death: 90 minutes of cries, fog, and a deadly pit, how Yuvraj Mehta lost life as a helpless father stood a few feet away

A software engineer tragically died after his SUV plunged into a deep, water-filled pit in Greater Noida's Sector 150 on a foggy night. Despite d

Bigg Boss Tamil 9 Crowns Divya Ganesh as Winner

The ninth season began on October 5, 2025, with 20 contestants entering the Bigg Boss house

Bail before conviction should be matter of right: Ex-CJI Chandrachud on Umar Khalids plea

Our law is based on a presumption, and that presumption is that everyone is innocent until proven guilty, he said

Iranian President warns strikes on Khamenei would lead to all-out war

Tehran: Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian warned that any attack on Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei would be considered a declaration of all-out wa

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

Chinas economy grows 5 pc in 2025 despite Trump tariffs

Hong Kong: Chinas economy expanded at a 5 per cent annual pace in 2025, buoyed by strong exports despite Trumps tariffs. However, growth slowed t

Australian Open 2026: Coco Gauff advances to second round despite serving struggles

Gauff has won two Grand Slam titles but has never gone past the semifinals at Melbourne Park. She was knocked out in the quarterfinals last year

Ram Gopal Varma Predicts Dhurandhar 2 to Be Biggest Multi-Starrer Movie Ever

The film is planned as a two-part franchise, with the sequel scheduled for release on March 19, 2026.

Syria government, Kurdish forces agree sweeping integration to end clashes

Syria-Kurdish deal: The terms of the deal appeared to be a major blow for the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF), which ran a semi-autono

China's population falls for a fourth straight year

Chinas population fell for the fourth straight year in 2025, dropping by 3.39 million to 1.405 billion, faster than in 2024. Births fell to 7.92

Quote of the Day by King Charles: There's nothing like a jolly good disaster to get people to start doing something

King Charles III, then Prince Charles, remarked that disasters often spur action, reflecting frustration with slow, reactive systems. This commen

New variant of the flu virus is driving surge of cases across US, Canada

Massachusetts: After a sharp uptick in flu cases in mid-December 2025, flu activity across the US and Canada remains high. Although cases are tre

Delhi: Rehearsals for 77th R-Day Parade Underway at Kartavya Path

European Council President Antonio Luis Santos da Costa and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen will be the chief guests for the 7

Hyderabad: Sanathnagar TIMS likely to be inaugurated in March

Hyderabad: Telangana Health Minister C Damodar Rajanarasimha on Sunday, January 18, inspected the Telangana Institute of Medical Sciences (TIMS)

Dense smog engulfs Delhi; AQI slips to 'severe' category at 418

Cold wave conditions, coupled with dense fog, also impacted air travel operations, with several flights delayed at Indira Gandhi International Ai

The return of division talk in J&K and why its dangerous

On September 15, 1950, at Lake Success, the temporary home of the United Nations between 1946 and 1951, the United Nations Security Council (UNSC

305 arrested for drunk driving in Hyderabad over the weekend

Hyderabad: As many as 305 people were arrested for drinking and driving in Hyderabad during a special drive over the weekend on January 16 and 17

Dense Smog Engulfs Delhi; AQI Slips to Severe Category at 418

Several other locations across the capital also witnessed alarmingly high pollution levels.

Rajasthan District Collector's 'No Salary' Vow Till Poor Enrolled In Schemes

There are around 30,000 people in the Rajsamand district who fall under the poor category.

CEO Of Iran's 2nd Largest Telecom Firm Fired For Failing To Block Internet

In an unprecedented move, Iran cut off all communications on January 8 without warning, as calls intensified for anti-government protests, initia

Gupt Navratri 2026 January: Dates, rituals, shubh muhurats, mantras to please Maa Durga in nine days

Magha Gupt Navratri, a secretive Hindu festival dedicated to Maa Durga, commences on January 19, 2026. This nine-day observance emphasises silent

Top 12 Billionaires Have More Wealth Than Poorest Half: Oxfam Report

US President Donald Trump's policies in particular spurred the fortunes of the ultra-rich, which jumped 16.2 percent in the first year of his sec

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

European Film Awards 2026: Sentimental Value Sweeps Top Honours, Check Full Winners List Here

Joachim Trier's 'The Sentimental Value' won best film, as well as best director and twin acting honours for Stellan Skarsgard and Renate Reinsve.

CM Revanth Opens Renovated Medaram Sammakka Saralamma Gaddelu

The Chief Minister, accompanied by his family, offered special prayers to Sammakka and Saralamma at Medaram.

Union Budget 2026 Expectations Live: Check what India Inc expects from Sitharaman & Co as we head closer to Feb 1

Paresh Rawal reacts to AR Rahman's controversy: After Oscar-winning musician's clarification on 'communal' remark, here's what the 'Phir Hera Pheri' actor said

Music composer AR Rahman has issued a clarification after he claimed possible instances of 'communal discrimination' for the last few years in Bo

'Return ICE to sender': Minneapolis postal workers demand end to raids on their premises

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

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

Woman Takes Home A Tiny Kitten: What Happens Next Surprises Her

Siberian cats are known for their affectionate nature, dense triple coat, and hypoallergenic properties.

Ukraine's top commander says Russia plans big boost in drone production

Ukraine has rapidly developed its capacity to produce drones since Russia launched its invasion of its smaller neighbour in February 2022 and is

$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

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

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

Exploring The Viral 2016 Trend Where Users Share Photos From Ten Years Ago

This trend shows that social media connects people through shared memories and rekindles the spirit of a decade-old year.

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

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

Shubman Gill Asked About Rohit Sharma's Poor Form, Gives Blunt Reply

Rohit Sharma, veteran opener, scored 61 runs in three innings at an average of 20.33.

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

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

Newly elected corporators need to get cracking

BMC corporators, pay attention to our roads, especially sidewalks that need repairs, work and paint at junctures. Agencies come together to see i

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

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.

Sailing robots collect data from inside Category 5 hurricane at sea

The C-Stars robots can operate in swarms and survive at sea for up to 100 days at a time; they are relatively cheap but smart enough to collect u

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

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

AAP, Congress leaders booked over AI-generated images on Manikarnika Ghat

The ghat is among the oldest and most sacred cremation grounds in Hinduism. Reacting to the FIR against him, AAPs Singh claimed the redevelopment

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

Here is a select list of stories to start the day

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

Chile Declares Emergency as Wildfires Kill At Least 18

More than 50,000 people have been displaced by blazes burning for two days now in the Nuble and Biobio regions, fanned by strong winds and hot we

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