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South Korea's fourth space rocket launch successful, sends satellites into orbit

South Korea has successfully launched its fourth space rocket, Nuri. This launch marks a significant milestone as it was the first time a private

WPL 2026 Auction: Date, time, live streaming, marquee players, venue, and other details

WPL 2026 auction date, time and live streaming: The Women's Premier League (WPL) is set for its first-ever mega auction today in New Delhi, with

US judge dismisses Trump election interference case

A US judge on Wednesday ended the long-running case accusing Donald Trump and his allies of trying to overturn the 2020 election -- bringing the

India Approves Rs.7,280 Cr Scheme to Build Rare Earth Magnet Factories

In a major step towards strengthening Indias high-tech manufacturing ecosystem, the Union Cabinet has approved a 7,280-crore Scheme

Despite tariffs, India's Q2 FY26 GDP growth likely at 7.5%, higher than last year: Union Bank Report

India's economy is set for strong growth in the second quarter of the current financial year. GDP is expected to rise 7.5 percent, a significant

Post-festive demand remains strong in country as consumption outlook stays positive: Report

Indian domestic demand shows steady growth even after the festive season. Digital payment trends like UPI and credit card spending remain strong.

Assam Cabinet okays GoM report on proposal to grant ST status to six communities

These communities are holding protests at different places.Assam is going to assembly polls early next year and ST status is emerging as an elect

Delhi records AQI level of 349 day after GRAP III lifted

Delhi is covered in toxic smog with air quality in the 'very poor' category. This comes after restrictions under GRAP Stage III were lifted. Seve

Schools but no books: Gaza's children return to makeshift classrooms

With no backpack, books or uniform, 11-year-old Layan Haji navigates the ruins of Gaza City and heads to a makeshift classroom after two years of

Trump Calls DC National Guard Shooting an Act of Terror

Trump vowed to have his administration reexamine every single alien who has entered the US from Afghanistan

Tantalising tulips

Have you heard of tulipomania? Read on for the craziest flower story ever!

Powerball winning results for November 26 revealed: Did anyone win the $681 million jackpot Wednesday night?

The Powerball jackpot has climbed to an estimated $681 million. This massive prize is up for grabs for the November 26 drawing. Millions are play

Ethanol Tanker Catches Fire After Collision in Mahabubnagar; Driver Burnt Alive

Massive fire erupts on NH-167; rescue teams battle blaze for hours.

HC seeks explanation from Telangana govt on panchayat reservations in Sangareddy

Hyderabad: The Telangana High Court on Wednesday, November 26, directed the state government to file detailed counters explaining the basis on wh

Nepal: KP Oli-led CPN-UML cadres clash with Gen-Z youths in Dhangadhi; 2nd clash in a week

Thousands Left Homeless by Fire in a Bangladesh Slum

The fire service's director, Lt. Col. Mohammad Tajul Islam Chowdhury, said about 1,500 shanties were burned or damaged in the blaze and thousands

'Act of terror': Trump urges to re-examine 'every single alien' who entered US from Aghanistan under Biden

President Trump declared the shooting of two National Guards near the White House an 'act of terror.' He stated the suspect, now in custody, is a

CJI says will consider petition to revive NJAC, end collegium system

NEW DELHI: The Supreme Court on Wednesday said that it will consider a plea to revive the National Judicial Appointments Commission (NJAC) to rep

Indifferent, lukewarm response to study MBBS in Hindi in Chhattisgarh

RAIPUR: The Chhattisgarh governments push to introduce a Hindi-medium MBBS course has met with what officials describe as indifferent and lukewar

Dominican Republic grants US access to restricted areas for its deadly fight against drugs

It is the first major public agreement that the U.S. has struck with a Caribbean nation as it seeks friendly allies to support its attacks agains

Dodging digital deception: Why cloud telephony could be Indias silent protector

With strong compliance and consent systems in place, cloud telephony can connect people quickly, securely, and at scalewhile keeping bad actors o

UAE announces USD 1 bn aid for rebuilding Yemens power network

Aden: The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has pledged 1 billion US dollars to support electricity and energy projects across war-ravaged Yemen, accord

Memorials to our fallen heroes must be maintained

It deteriorated with time, with one person even stating that it is better if it had disappeared since it was painful to look at it in this state

Petition challenges panchayat poll reservations in Telangana HC

Hyderabad: A petition has been filed in the Telangana High Court challenging Government Order (GO) No. 46, issued on November 22, which allocated

Reservation row in J&K as Open Merit gets 40% quota of finance dept posts

SRINAGAR: The row over reservation policies in Jammu and Kashmir has flared up again after the Finance Department advertised 600 posts of Account

Cyclone Senyar: Chennai, Puducherry under IMD's warning as cyclone likely to intensify

Tamil Nadu experienced heavy rainfall as Cyclone Senyar looms, with the IMD predicting heavy to very heavy showers over the Andaman & Nicobar Isl

Rs 7.3K cr push for rare earth atmanirbharta

NEW DELHI: The Centre on Wednesday approved four key projects, including manufacturing of rare earth magnets, second phase of Pune Metro project

India, UAE move forward on easing visa rules

New Delhi: India and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) on Wednesday, June 26, made progress in liberaling visa policies for travel between the two c

Stranger Things Season 5 India Release: When to watch acclaimed series that Netflix is releasing in three parts; Check release timeline, episode titles, other details

For the unversed, Netflix released the first 4 episodes of Stranger Things 5, with the final season planned to be narrated across three parts - V

Murugha mutt seer, 2 others acquitted in Pocso case

Kriti Sanon, Dhanush Perform Ganga Aarti in Varanasi Ahead of Tere Ishk Mein

Tere Ishk Mein' is produced under the banners of Gulshan Kumar, T-Series, and Colour Yellow Productions.

IMF, Ukraine reach staff-level agreement on $8.2 billion, four-year program

The International Monetary Fund has agreed to a new four-year, 8.2 billion dollar program for Ukraine. This funding aims to stabilize Ukraine's e

Two West Virginia National Guard soldiers shot near White House; Pete Hegseth, Kash Patel react

Judges of 6 nations form SC global bench

Rush Hour 4' Will Be Distributed By Paramount After Trumps Reported Request

Ratner has managed to get one other film made: a documentary on first lady Melania Trump. Earlier this year, Amazon MGM Studios acquired the film

'Only halal meat on trains': NHRC takes up issue

Donald Trump says he's not inviting South Africa to 2026 G-20 summit in Miami

Trump suspended aid to South Africa in February, alleging discrimination against White farmers. It is unclear what further 'payments and subsidie

Treating Pakistan's Ayodhya remark with contempt it deserves: India

Dream11 to open-source tech stack; BIIs funding playbook for Indian startups

Dream Sports is venturing into an open-source initiative under 'Horizon'. BII is doubling down on electric mobility, renewable energy, agricultur

National Guards suspected shooter Rahmanullah Lakanwal's naked photo goes viral; Afghan national reportedly overstayed his visa after entering US under Biden administration

An Afghan national, Rahmanullah Lakanwal, is under scrutiny after allegedly ambushing two National Guard members near the White House. The attack

Could defer date of post-SIR draft roll in TN, WB: SC

NEW DELHI: The Supreme Court on Wednesday said it would not hesitate to extend the deadline for the publication of the draft electoral rolls in W

White House Shooting: Who is Rahmanullah Lakanwal, Afghan national suspected of shooting two National Guard members in Washington DC

The suspect of the shooting was reportedly identified as a 29-year-old Afghan national named Rahmanullah Lakanwal; however, an official confirmat

Voiding our own orders will weaken court's authority: SC

Rues Cases Being Reopened & Special Benches Being Set Up At Aggrieved Parties' Behest

US President Donald Trump's FIRST reaction after two National Guard soldiers shot near White House, says, 'The animal..., pay steep price...'

US President Trump has given his first statement after two National Guard soldiers were shot on Wednesday near the White House in Washington DC.

SC segregates SIR pleas, seeks responses from poll panel, Kerala, Bengal and Tamil Nadu

Ahead of Maharashtra local polls, its Sena vs BJP over poaching issues

Indias Economic Outperformance in a Fragmented Global Economy

T. Shailly The global economic outlook over the past few years has been characterised by deceleration, financial instability, and geopolitical un

Post Bihar poll debacle: I.N.D.I.A bloc at the crossroads

Anil Anand a.anil.anand@gmail.com The outcome of the Bihar assembly elections has to be taken at its face-value till the time the accusers furnis

U.S. to press Europe and other allies on 'mass migration,' govt document says

America's top diplomat, Marco Rubio, has directed US envoys in Europe and allied nations to push for stricter immigration controls. Diplomats are

WPL 2026 Auction: From Renuka Singh to Kranti Gaud - 5 Indian bowlers who could dominate the WPL auction

The Women's Premier League 2026 auctions begin soon. Teams will bid for top players, with a focus on bowlers. UP Warriorz holds the largest budge

Foot-Tall Elephant? New Apple TV Show Reveals Surprises

A hyper-realistic picture of life during that Pleistocene era emerges with Apple TV's five-part, computer-driven Prehistoric Planet: Ice Age,

Trump administration orders 500 more National Guard troops to DC after shooting of soldiers

Two National Guard soldiers were critically wounded near the White House. President Donald Trump ordered 500 more National Guard members to Washi

Missed Sun Pharmas rally? Trend pause offers fresh buying chance, Ajit Mishra

Trump says South Africa won't get 2026 G20 invite, South Africa calls it punitive

Donald Trump has taken a firm stance, announcing that South Africa will not be present at the 2026 G20 summit in Florida, a decision that comes o

U.P. BLOs death: Family alleges extreme work pressure

SDM and BDO threatened him and asked him to remove names of OBC voters

Arsenal Thump Bayern to Stay Perfect in Champions League

The game took time to come alive but the Gunners went ahead in the 22nd minute when Jurrien Timber headed home a Bukayo Saka corner, with a flail

Morning Digest: At least 44 dead in Chinas Hong Kong building fire; India to host 2030 Commonwealth Games in Ahmedabad, and more

Here is a select list of stories to start the day.

Deadliest Hong Kong high-rise building fire in decades claims 44 lives, hundreds missing

Authorities revealed early Thursday that three men have been arrested in connection with the incident -- two directors and a consultant from a co

Drone strike hits Iraq gas complex, cuts supply

Authorities said they were coordinating with the United Arab Emirates company Dana Gas to investigate the attack and restore operations

Two National Guard Members Shot Near White House

Two law enforcement officials and a person familiar with the matter said the suspect was believed to be an Afghan national

White House shooting a case of international terrorist plot or lone wolf terrorism?

Two West Virginia National Guard members were shot near the White House by a lone Afghan national attacker. While appearing to be a lone wolf inc

What we know about Rahmanullah Lakanwal? Afghan suspect in DC National Guard shooting as viral photo of scantily clad man circulates

DC shooting: Two National Guard soldiers were critically wounded in a shooting incident near the White House. The suspect, identified as Rahmanul

Shark attack in Australia leaves woman dead, man critically injured

Witnesses helped the pair before ambulance paramedics arrived, but the woman died at the scene, police said

NMC rejects Vaishno Devi med college request to place all its MBBS seats under all-India quota

Hong Kong Fire: At least 44 people killed after massive fire engulfs residential apartment blocks in Tai Po; know what exactly happened

Seven of the eight towers in the complex, which houses many elderly residents, were still burning hours after the fire first broke out. The fire

Breaking News Live Updates: Hong Kong building fire death toll climbs to 44, with nearly 300 missing, several others trapped

Kharif rice output reaches record 124.5 MT

Trump urged Japan PM to avoid escalation in China dispute, sources say

US President Donald Trump advised Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi to de-escalate a dispute with China over Taiwan. This call followed disc

3 arrested in Hong Kong, as a high-rise fire death toll reaches 44 with 279 reported missing

A devastating fire in Hong Kong's Tai Po district claimed at least 44 lives and left 279 people missing. The blaze engulfed multiple towers in th

2 crore Aadhaar numbers of deceased deactivated in national clean-up

National Guard soldiers shot in 'targeted' attack near White House

Two National Guard soldiers were shot in a targeted ambush near the White House. The suspect is in custody after being wounded. The incident prom

Flights to Washington's Ronald Reagan airport briefly paused following DC shooting, authorities say

The brief disruption came a day before Thanksgiving, which is among the busiest periods of the year for air travel in the United States.

How groundbreaking new brain atlases capture development in motion

New brain atlases combine several advanced mapping methods to trace how neurons and glia form, migrate, and diversify across time and species, tu

Trump Told Japan's PM Not To Provoke China Over Taiwan: Report

Trump spoke with Takaichi after Chinese President Xi Jinping called the US president and spoke about China's historic claim to the democratic sel

Maharashtra CM promises 10 lakh employment opportunities for locals at Vadhavan Port

Speaking at an election rally, the CM Fadnavis assures locals top priority in 10 lakh jobs atVadhavanPort, pledging rapidgrowth andkeeping enviro

Bihar battle won, now prep for Bengal & Tamil Nadu: Amit Shah to party workers

White House launches Latex form mattress

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Nov 26: White House well known brand is doing wonders in the mattress industry. Adding one more feather in their k

Chelsea beat 10-man Bara; Guardiolas City suffer loss

UEFA Champions League London, Nov 26: On a night of changes, blunders and a glorious individual goal by 18-year-old Estevao, defensive lapses cos

Shillong to host Santosh Trophy matches

By Our Reporter Shillong, Nov 26: Shillong is set to host the Group E fixtures of the 79th National Football Championship for the Santosh Trophy

FIFA WC draw can separate top-ranked sides until semis

Geneva, Nov 26: The 2026 World Cup draw next week will reward the four highest-ranked teams Spain, Argentina, France and England who will be pl

Meghalaya register win against Manipur

U-23 Womens T20 Trophy 2025-26 By Our Reporter Shillong, Nov 26: Meghalaya defeated Manipur by 19 runs in their second match of the U-23 Womens T

PM Modi & RSS reading Preamble a victory for founding fathers: Congress

Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy 2025/26

Group A Defending champions Mumbai beat Railways by 7 wickets Lucknow, Nov 26: Defending champions Mumbai made a confident start to their Syed Mu

Damaged main road in Balaji Nagar puts residents to hardship

Residents attribute the poor condition of the road to a leak in the water pipeline at the junction of the 37th and 36th streets, with overflowing

Woman Killed, Man Injured In Shark Attack In Australia

A woman was killed and a man was seriously injured on Thursday in a shark attack on a beach near a popular surf spot on Australia's east coast, a

Ahead of R-Day, govt launches contest to mark 150th anniv of Vande Mataram, Atmanirbhar vision

NEW DELHI, Nov 26: Ahead of the Republic Day celebrations, the government has launched a nation-wide competition to celebrate the 150th anniversa

Richard Marx, electronic duo Yellow Claw to perform at Megong Festival

By Our Reporter The Meghalaya government has announced a global line-up for the Megong Festival to be held in Tura on December 5 and 6, featuring

Soha Ali Khan calls for urgent action as AQI hits severe levels

Actress Soha Ali Khan has raised alarm over the worsening air quality, as the AQI in several cities hits severe levels. Taking to Instagram stori

Neha Dhupia flags mental health issues in Perfect Family

Bollywood actress Neha Dhupia, who portrays therapist Madhu in Perfect Family, opened up about her character and the importance of addressing men

Brazil Gave World A Lesson In Democracy By Jailing Bolsonaro, Says Lula

President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva said Wednesday that Brazil had given the world a lesson in democracy after his predecessor Jair Bolsonaro was