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Exclusive: Is 2026 release King Shah Rukh Khans last film?

Hyderabad: Shah Rukh Khan is one of the biggest stars Indian cinema has ever seen. His craze is unmatched across generations, and his stardom con

Two BJP workers killed in north Bengal; six people arrested, including Trinamool Boothpresident

Local Trinamool leaders and police officials said the deaths were due to an internal family feud and had no political motive

Naveen Patnaik hails security personnel for killing six Maoists in Odisha

Patnaik said that the States focused attention to expedite socio-economic development, road connectivity and pro-poor policies led to a steady de

Amid battery boom, graphite mining gets fresh look in US

Demand for graphite, a key material in the lithium-ion batteries that power everything from phones to electric cars, is surging as trade tensions

Deepthy declines to stoke controversy ahead of mayoral election

Earlier, the KPCC general secretary had flagged violation of party guidelines in the selection of the mayoral candidate

Kite festival with IT & other employees at Hitech Citys Tummidikunta, film celebrities at Kukatpally Nallacheruvu lake from January 11

Cold wave conditions grip Bihar, Punjab, Haryana; IMD issues orange alert in Bihar

People have been advised to take necessary precautions, particularly during early morning hours

Four-time councillor V.K. Minimol elected as Kochi Mayor

Election Commission completes roll revision in 13 states, plans Phase-2

New Delhi: Battling vote chori allegations levelled by the opposition Congress, the Election Commission held special intensive revision of electo

Who is Zubaida Rahman? Wife of ex-Bangladesh PM Khaleda Zia's son Tarique Rahman, who came to country after 17 years in exile, she is daughter of...

Ex-PM Khaleda Zia's son and acting chairperson of BNP Tarique Rahman has ended his 17 year long self imposed exile, after arriving in Bangladesh

Sarvam Maya movie review: Nivin Pauly rediscovers his mojo, lifts a middling ghost story

In Akhil Sathyans sophomore film Sarvam Maya, a sublime Nivin Pauly, with the help of Aju Varghese and Riya Shibhu, propel a thin script

What does Akash-NG's successful trials mean for India's air defence shield?

Akash-NG's successful trials mean India now has a ready, indigenous medium-range air defence system that can counter drones, missiles, and aircra

Who is Viraansh Bhanushali and why his fiery speech on 'shameless' Pakistan is garnering millions of views?

Mumbai-born Law student at the Oxford University, Viraansh Bhanushali's fiery speech on Pakistan is gaining traction online where he spoke about

Indias AI Push Is Quietly Draining Its Energy, Resources, and Space

Without strict emissions standards, the sector could raise the carbon intensity of Indias industrial growth.

HC asks Centre to file reply on plea to reduce GST on air purifiers in Delhi

New Delhi: The Delhi High Court on Friday directed the Centre to file a detailed response to a petition seeking lowering of goods and services ta

Hampi Cleanup Drive: Administration Acts on Lapses Flagged During FM's Visit

Hampi, the erstwhile capital of the Vijayanagara Empire and a Unesco World Heritage site, attracts a large number of domestic and international t

'No winner': Kosovo snap poll unlikely to end damaging deadlock

The Balkan nation has been politically deadlocked since the inconclusive vote in February, which outgoing premier Albin Kurti's Vetevendosje (VV)

'Built a stronger India under his vision': Congress pays tribute to Manmohan Singh on death anniversary

Congress leaders on Friday paid tribute to former prime minister Manmohan Singh on his first death anniversary, saying his humility, honesty and

From Maha Kumbh to 150 years of Vande Mataram, India celebrates culture in 2025

New Delhi: From the Maha Kumbh in January-February to the launch of year-long celebrations of 150 years of Vande Mataram in November it was a pa

Court Fines Mumbai Resident Rs 5,000 for Feeding Pigeons

The order came months after the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation banned the feeding of pigeons in most parts of the city, citing public nuisanc

Delhi High Court gives Centre 10 days to respond on plea to reduce GST on air purifiers

The Delhi High Court has ordered the Centre to reply within ten days on a petition seeking lower Goods and Services Tax on air purifiers. The ple

A snapshot of Rajan who broke stories but never saw a byline

Grassroots activists are often journalists best friends

The Pitch They Chose Was a Blunder: Sanjay Manjrekar

Weight of the final caused India to lose focus : Harbhajan Singh

Top 10 viral moments of 2025 that took the internet by storm and captured everyones attention

2025 saw a whirlwind of viral moments and trends. From a Coldplay kiss cam scandal to the adorable yet creepy Labubu dolls, social media buzzed.

Daayra: Kareena Kapoor Khan and Prithviraj Sukumaran wrap shooting for Meghna Gulzars crime-drama

Jointly produced by Junglee Pictures and Pen Studios, the film is set to be released in 2026

Cambodia says Thailand escalated strikes during border talks

From 6:08 am to 7:15 am, the Thai military deployed F-16 fighter jets to drop as many as 40 bombs, to intensify its bombardment in the area of Ch

Delhi air quality improves as overall AQI falls to 'poor' category

Data from the Central Pollution Control Board's (CPCB) Sameer mobile application showed that, as of 6.05 a.m., three monitoring stations reported

Siddaramaiah Gets Invite by AICC for CWC Meeting, Irks Shivakumar

I have information that the Chief Ministers of Karnataka, Telangana, and Himachal Pradesh have been invited for the CWC meeting, said Shivakumar.

Hyderabads GHMC expansion: Centralisation masquerading as growth

By Dhonti Narasimha Reddy Recent headlines celebrated Hyderabad becoming Indias largest city after the Telangana government merged 27 municipalit

Mahira Khan to Asim Azhar: Pakistani stars celebrate Christmas 2025

Hyderabad: As the world celebrated Christmas 2025 on December 25 and began gearing up for the New Year, the festive spirit was visible across soc

Extortion claim turns fatal: Hindu man, Amrit Mondal, beaten to death in Bangladesh

Want to read more in 2026? Heres how to revive your love of books

Reduce the stress and fatigue, just start reading books !

Delhi High Court Directs Action On Unauthorised Cafes In Majnu Ka Tila Amid Safety Risks

The latest court order highlights that while Majnu Ka Tila thrives as a cultural and gastronomic hub in Delhi, safety cannot be compromised.

First Tamil Nadu Assembly session of 2026 to commence on January 20

The Speaker said the customs followed in the Assembly would not be altered and expressed hope that the Governor would safeguard the dignity of th

Assault On Kashmiri Shawl Sellers Wont Be Tolerated At Any Cost: MHA

SRINAGAR, Dec 26: The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has taken a strong note of an assault on a Kashmiri seasonal Shawl Seller in Uttarakhand, ma

Analysis: Madhya Pradesh Is Not Witnessing A Leadership Contest But A Leadership Closure

At an event this week, Amit Shah delivered a line that was far more than a compliment for Mohan Yadav.

Tollywoods Pan-India Dream Shaken in 2025, With Only a Few Silver linings

Despite over 200 releases, only a handful of Telugu films found success in 2025, exposing weak content, a fading pan-India buzz, and changing aud

Two million Afghans still living in Pakistan: UNHCR

Islamabad: More than two million Afghan refugees are still living in Pakistan despite over a million returning to their country in 2025. In Novem

ABL Bio Receives Upfront Payment for License, Research and Collaboration Agreement for Grabody Platform and Equity Investment from Lilly

Georgian Railway Modernization Project Officially Put into Operation, Adding a New Highlight to the Belt And Road Initiative

Vijay's Swansong Chella Magale From Jana Nayagan Drops Today

Actor Vijay's final film Jana Nayagan ramps up excitement with the third single 'Chella Magale' sung by the superstar himself, releasing on Decem

Battling Vote Chori Allegations, EC Held Roll Revision In 14 States, UTs; Voters List Cleanup In Remaining 22 States In 2026

New Delhi, Dec 26: Battling vote chori allegations levelled by the opposition Congress, the Election Commission held special intensive revision o

Mirwaiz says removing Chairman Hurriyat from his X account was 'Hobson's Choice' as authorities pressed for it

Mirwaiz Umar Farooq removed his Hurriyat chairman title from his X account. He stated authorities pressured him to make the change. This comes as

Rabri Devi Begins Vacating Bihar Residence Where Yadavs Lived For 19 Years

The Yadav family or the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) party, however, have not issued any official statement.

4 policemen injured as mob pelts stones during mosque railing removal

Jaipur: Four policemen were injured when a mob pelted stones while they were removing iron railings erected along the road outside a mosque in Ja

Three killed as bus rams into car on NH-16 near Guntur

The car was travelling from Tirupati to Suryapet in Telangana

Stranger Thingslike shows on Netflix, Prime Video and other OTTs to watch after the Hawkins finale

Stranger Things, a popular Netflix series, is ending. Fans seeking similar thrills can explore other shows. Dark on Netflix offers complex myster

Ashes, Boxing Day Test: England Strike Back, Then Stumble

All-rounder Michael Neser top-scored with 35

WebQoof Recap: Misinformation Around Aravalli Protests, Bangladesh Unrest & More

Here are the viral pieces of fake news that we checked this week!

How 3I/ATLAS, Icy Lemmon And Cosmic SWAN Redefined The Sky In 2025

The year stood out for its memorable comet activity, with interstellar visitor 3I/ATLAS, along with comets C/2025 A6 (Lemmon) and C/2025 R2 (SWAN

Delhi air quality to worsen: Sirsa urges public not to use vehicles unless necessary

Tu Meri Main Tera Main Teri... Review: Kartik Aaryan, Ananya Panday Bore in Love

We have to talk about the title. Who approved it? Who thought it was cute?

'Numbers don't lie': Burgess Owens flags alleged bias in Truman Scholarship program

Mirwaiz Umar Farooq Removes Hurriyat Chairman Tag From X Profile

Srinagar, Dec 26: Mirwaiz Umar Farooq on Thursday evening removed the designation Chairman, All Parties Hurriyat Conference from his verified X p

Allu Arjun and Trivikram Reunite for Massive 1000 Crore Pan-India Mythological Epic

The official announcement is anticipated soon; the film is tentatively slated for a 2027 release

T.N. CM Stalin extends birthday greetings to CPI veteran R. Nallakannu

US targets alleged manipulation in H-1B system under new rule

These new rules outline a range of practices that the DHS said raised red flags during recent filing cycles, including wage manipulation, inconsi

Director Atlee Turns Christmas Into a Working Day

Music composer Sai Abhyankkar shared a picture from the recording studio, offering fans a glimpse into the films progress

Hyderabad Man Sets Wife Ablaze In Front Of Children, Pushes Daughter In Fire

A woman burnt to death after her husband allegedly set her on fire in front of their children in Hyderabad. He also pushed their daughter into th

Tension in Rajasthan's Chomu after stones pelted at police over mosque railing issue; cops injured

According to police officials, at least six policemen were injured in the violence and have been admitted to a nearby hospital. Most of the injur

CBI Prosecutor Succumbs to Injuries After Banihal Road Accident

Srinagar, Dec 26: A young CBI prosecutor who was critically injured in a road accident near Banihal on Thursday succumbed to his injuries during

Sensex, Nifty trade flat amid consolidation phase

As of 9.30 am, Sensex edged down 83 points, or 0.09 per cent to 85,325 and Nifty eased 17 points, or 0.06 per cent to 26,124.

CEO among three held for gang rape of woman IT firm manager in Udaipur

All three accused were arrested on Thursday (December 25) and produced before a court, which remanded them to four-day police custody

Man-eating tiger trapped in Wayanad

ED registers money laundering case against preacher Maulana Shamsul Huda Khan

The ED action is based on a First Information Report registered by the Uttar Pradesh Anti-Terrorism Squad (UP ATS).

SBI Clerk Mains Result 2025: Check the expected date, cut-off, steps to download scorecard and more

SBI Clerk Mains Result 2025 is anticipated shortly on the official website. Candidates can check their status in a PDF format. The State Bank of

Karnataka Bus Accident: Toll Rises to 7 as Driver Succumbs to Injuries

Following the crash, Rafique was rushed to the Karnataka Institute of Medical Sciences at Hubballi

Wild elephants' movement disrupts rail, road traffic across Jharkhand

RANCHI: Intensified movement of wild elephants along forest-fringed railway sections under Chakaradharpur Railway Division has once again disrupt

Capital Gains Hurting Your Wallet? Use This Trick To Shrink Your Tax Bill

Do note, capital losses cant be used to offset income from salary, rent, business, or interest.

Enforcement Directorate books UP Islamic preacher in money laundering case

The Enforcement Directorate has initiated a money laundering case against Maulana Shamsul Huda Khan. The preacher, based in the UK, faces allegat

Three from Telangana killed in bus accident in Andhra Pradesh

Hyderabad: At least three people from Telangana were killed in a bus accident in Andhra Pradesh on Thursday, December 25. The accident occurred n

Droupadi Murmu Releases Constitution Of India In Santhali Language

Santhali is an ancient language spoken by a significant number of tribal people in Jharkhand, Odisha, West Bengal ,and Bihar.

India-UK ties in 2025 shaped by trade pact, migration shifts and shared crises

As the year comes to a close, IndiaUK relations saw a renewed push that went well beyond trade and investment, marked by a series of political, e

Lord Vishnu statue demolition in Cambodia row: Why was the idol destroyed in An Ses area and what Thailand, India said about the controversy?

The alleged demolition of Lord Vishnu statue in Cambodia by Thailand triggered a huge controversy with Thailand defending the move. Videos online

Al Hind Air flights to fly soon? Aviation ministry approves 'No Objection Certificate' to three new airlines, Kerala-based Al Hind to begin operations from...

India's civil aviation ministry has cleared the operations of three new airlines, Shankh Air, Al Hind Air, and FlyExpress.Al Hind Air has secured

At Karafa in Hyderabad, come for the coffee, stay for the desserts

Govt's reform trajectory will continue with even more vigour in coming times: PM Modi

NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday said the government's reform trajectory will continue with even more vigour in the coming times

GHMC to be restructured into 12 zones, 60 circles

Hyderabad: The Telangana government has formally completed the reorganisation of the Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation (GHMC), restructurin

Samantha Calls 2025 a Year Full of Gratitude

As 2025 draws to a close, Samantha shared a glimpse of her memorable year on Instagram on Christmas Day

Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race 2025: Know everything about the 80th edition; Can LawConnect claim a line honours hat-trick?

The historic 80th Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race commences on Boxing Day, December 26, 2025. Defending champion LawConnect, owned by Christian Beck,

Govts Reform Trajectory Will Continue With Even More Vigour In Coming Times: PM Modi

New Delhi, Dec 26: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday said the governments reform trajectory will continue with even more vigour in the comin

Video: Lucknow Residents Steal Flower Pots Placed On Roadside For PM Modi's Event

A video has gone viral showing residents carrying away the flowerpots, reportedly hours after PM Modi inaugurated the Rashtra Prerna Sthal in Luc

Janhvi Kapoor raises voice against barbaric killing of Dipu Chandra Das in Bangladesh

Mumbai: Bollywood actress Janhvi Kapoor has condemned the barbaric lynching of Dipu Chandra Das in Bangladesh. The actress has called the act inh

Amid a battery boom, graphite mining gets a fresh look in the US

America is restarting its graphite mines after decades. Demand for this key battery material is soaring, driven by electric cars and electronics.

What are rare-earth elements and why is everyone looking for them? | Explained

Even when theyre not very scarce in the earths crust, they tend to be spread out in low concentrations and mixed together in the same minerals, s

ED books preacher Shamsul Huda Khan in money laundering case

NEW DELHI: The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has registered a money laundering case against Islamic preacher Maulana Shamsul Huda Khan, presently

Rain-Soaked California Still at Risk of Floods and High Surf

Roads in the 5,000-resident town of Wrightwood were covered in rocks, debris and thick mud on Thursday

Continue pollution control measures as western disturbance may worsen Delhi weather: Sirsa

He appeals to the people not to take out vehicles without valid Pollution Under Control Certificates and to avoid unnecessary travel

Hyderabad Man Kills Wife by Setting Her on Fire in Nallakunta

The accused, identified as Venkatesh, reportedly attacked his wife, Triveni, at their residence while their children were present.

Mirwaiz Umar Farooq drops Hurriyat chairman title from X profile

For some time now, I was being pressed by the authorities to make changes to my X (formerly Twitter) handle as Hurriyat chairman, Mirwaiz Umar Fa