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Kerala rings in New Year on a high with record liquor sales of 125.64 crore

Among Bevco outlets, Kadavanthra outlet in Kochi topped the list with sales of 1.17 crore on New Years Eve

Murder of retired IAF personnel in Ghaziabad orchestrated by sons: Police

Yogesh had been trying to get his house vacated by his sons, following which they allegedly plotted his murder out of greed for the property, say

Pakistan archaeologists find rare coins, decorative stones from UNESCO-listed site near Taxila

The discoveries were made at the ancient Bhir Mound, where experts unearthed decorative stones dating to the 6th century BC and coins from the 2n

2026: What Kochi wants to sustain from the past year

Efficient public transport, child-friendly initiatives, and a vibrant environment for art and culture... this is what Kochi wants to take forward

Civic polls: Denied ticket, Shiv Sena leader stages protest march in Thane

Former Thane deputy mayor and Shiv Sena leader Rajendra Sapte, who was keen on contesting from ward number 25 (Kalwa), lost the chance after it w

Chikkadpally-Domalguda bridge over Hussain Sagar nala inaugurated

Tobacco stocks continue to slide; ITC shares drop over 5%

The Finance Ministry has notified amendments to the Central Excise Act imposing an excise duty of 2,050-8,500 per 1,000 sticks based on cigarette

VidyaKalyanaramansconcert showcased that youthful enthusiasm can co-exist with time-tested values

Her concert at The Indian Fine Arts Society was bhava-rich and engaging with some sprightlyswarapassages.

Karnataka: BJP MLA Janardhana Reddy booked after clash that left 1 dead

An FIR was registered on Friday against BJP MLA Janardhana Reddy and 10 others in connection with alleged violent clashes that erupted over insta

50-lakh bribery, cross-voting charge in Wadakkanchery block panchayat president poll sparks row in Kerala

Purported audio clip prompts Vigilance inquiry after complaint by Congress leader Anil Akkara. CPI(M) accused of luring IUML-backed Independent t

Hyderabad: BRS MLA booked in Durgam Cheruvu encroachment case

Hyderabad: Madhapur police have registered a case against BRS MLA Kotha Prabhakar Reddy and another individual, Venkat Reddy, for allegedly encro

Andhra liquor sales surge in December on New Year festive demand

The surge was particularly sharp in the last three days of the year

Maduro open to US talks on drug trafficking, but silent on CIA strike

Venezuela is open to negotiating an agreement with the United States to combat drug trafficking, the South American countrys President Nicols Mad

J&K: Enquiry Ordered Against Kashmiri Cricketer Over Palestinian Logo On Helmet

JAMMU, Jan 2: Jammu and Kashmir Police have ordered a 14-day preliminary enquiry after a video circulated on social media showing a Kashmiri cric

Manufacturing PMI at 2-year low in December 2025 on easing new orders, output and employment

The data showed that new export orders rose the least in 14 months in December 2025

Water Contamination Behind Indore Diarrhoea Outbreak , Confirms Lab Test

The test findings substantiated that a life-threatening drinking water supply system prevails in parts of Madhya Pradesh's commercial capital, wh

Highway authority takes BIG step for cars on new FASTag issued after...; Here's what it means for commuters

NHAI will discontinue the Know Your Vehicle (KYV) process for new FASTags issued from February 1, 2026. Vehicle verification will be completed pr

A structured balance marked Akshay Padmanabhans concert

At his concert for Sri Parthasarathy Swami Sabha, the vocalist explored the raga at a leisurely pace.

Couple on way to New Year celebrations die after falling from bike, run over by bus

Mr Faisu skips New Year parties, opts for Umrah to welcome 2026

Mumbai: Social media influencer and popular internet personality Faisal Shaikh, widely known as Mr. Faisu, began New Year 2026 on a deeply spirit

Cadre crunch eased: Centre increases IAS cadre strength of Uttar Pradesh to 683

The Central government has increased the Indian Administrative Service (IAS) cadre strength in Uttar Pradesh from 652 to 683, effective December

Smog, Dense Fog Grip Delhi As AQI Slips To 'Very Poor'

The cold wave conditions further intensified the impact, disrupting normal morning movement in several localities

Protect glaciers in 2026 | Green Humour by Rohan Chakravarty

Brooklyn DA Indicts $16M Seed-Phrase Scam. The Blockchain Wasn't the Weak Link.

The Brooklyn DA indicts suspects in a USD 16 million crypto fraud case, highlighting how social engineering and human error, not blockchain flaws

Shah set to arrive in Andamans to chair Parliamentary Panel meeting on January 3

Amit Shah is scheduled to chair a meeting of the Parliamentary Consultative Committee of the Ministry of Home Affairs on crucial national issues

Hafeezpet apt project delay: Vasavi Realtors ordered to pay 10.7 pc interest

Hyderabad: Telangana RERA has held that Vasavi Realtors LLP failed to deliver flats in its Vasavi Lake CityWest project in Hafeezpet within the c

27 bombs neutralised in Manipur's Imphal East district

Security forces have been conducting search operations in Manipur since ethnic violence broke out two years ago

The SEC just solved Crypto's hardest institutional problem: Custody

The SEC clarified that broker-dealers can treat themselves as holding crypto asset securities if they control private keys, can transfer assets i

27 bombs safely defused in Manipurs Imphal East district

Imphal: Security forces recovered 27 bombs and neutralised them in Manipurs Imphal East district, police said on Friday. During an operation, the

We are all thinking of you: New York City Mayor Mamdani writes a note for activist Umar Khalid

The lawmakers claimed that human rights organisations, legal experts and global media have raised questions about the fairness of the investigati

Flautist J.A. Jayants performance at Sri Parthasarathy Swami Sabha was raga-centric

J.A.Jayantsartistry unfolded throughalapana,swarapatterns and rhythmic structures

Elderly Couple dies in road accident in Hyderabad

Hyderabad: A elderly couple died in a road accident at Moosarambagh in Hyderabad after a bus hit them early on Friday, January 2. The deceased T

From Cops to Queens: Indian OTT Shows Where Women Take Control

INCERGO S.A. ADVANCES MERGER WITH VISUAL SEMICONDUCTOR BY ISSUING SHARES AND SHOWCASES GLASSESFREE 3D DISPLAYS AT THE CONSUMER ELECTRONICS SHOW IN LAS VEGAS

Political and religious outrage as SRK signs Bangladeshi cricketer for IPL

Big Update for Gig Workers: Govt drafts new rules, here's how it will affect Zomato, Swiggy, Blinkit, Zepto agents

The Indian government has proposed that gig and platform workers must work for at least 90 days with an aggregator in a financial year to be elig

Manipur: 27 country-made bombs neutralised near Monglham village in Imphal East

Security forces in Imphal East district have successfully neutralized 27 country-made bombs recovered during an operation near Monglham village.

Can Eating Raspberries Help Prevent Kidney Stones?

Raspberries have numerous health benefits. Here is how they help in preventing kidney stones and find out how much to consume.

Elon Musk's Donates $100 Million Worth Of Tesla Shares On New Year

The filing did not disclose what the charities were, but the recipients of the donation indicated they had no current intention to sell the share

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Athiya Shetty, KL Rahul share glimpse of their baby girl on New Year

Mumbai: Actress Athiya Shetty and husband cricketer K L Rahul welcomed the New Year 2026 and shared a rare glimpse of their baby girl with fans,

Hyderabad: Rowdy sheeter held for extortion after claiming cops cant harm him

Hyderabad: A rowdy sheeter threatened a shopkeeper in Hyderabads Chaderghat area on December 31 after an alleged dispute over a mobile phone. The

Carcass of pregnant leopard found in outskirts of Bengaluru

Following the incident Yeshwanthpur MLA S.T. Somasekar has alleged that illegal mining has been taking place in the area for some time and the le

'What Do You Expect?' Karnataka Minister Junks Centre's Voters-EVMs Survey

A survey in Karnataka on voters' confidence in EVMs, or Electronic Voting Machines has become the latest flashpoint between the Congress and the

Kerala government kicks off Navakeralam Citizens Response Programme

Navakeralam Citizens Response Programme is a State government initiative to collect feedback from the public to plan future development ahead of

Truck driver burnt alive after collision amid dense fog on UP highway

A truck carrying gypsum from Ahlanabad in Haryana to Varanasi rammed into another truck ahead of it after the latter suddenly applied brakes amid

'Regret incident': Air India issues statement after pilot found drunk on VancouverDelhi flight; initiates probe

An Air India pilot was found to be under the influence of alcohol by Canadian authorities before operating flight AI186 from Vancouver to Delhi o

Umar Khalid case draws US attention: After Zohran Mamdani, 8 lawmakers urge India to grant 'fair trial'

Umar Khalid case: Eight US lawmakers have urged India's Ambassador to the US to ensure a fair and timely trial for Umar Khalid, who has been deta

Indian Army's Romeo Force intensifies search operations in Poonch's Jhullas, Mangnar

The Indian Army's Romeo Force, alongside the SOG Poonch, intensified night search operations in the Pir Panjal ranges, operating above 13,000 fee

Delhi weather alert: More chilly winters predicted ahead as dense fog continues in national capital? Check next seven day IMD forecast

Delhi weather forecast: Delhi might continue to witness cold day conditions from January 2 to January 5, the IMD has warned. The temperatures are

NY Mayor Zohran Mamdani revokes order banning boycott of Israel

Taking a major decision after being sworn in as New York Mayor, Zoharan mamdani on Thursday revoked executive order related to adopting the Inter

Dense fog shrouds Delhi; cold wave conditions likely till Jan 5

According to the India Meteorological Department, the minimum temperature at Safdarjung was recorded at 9.1 degrees Celsius.

Indore water contamination tragedy: What led to 8 deaths, who is responsible and how have authorities responded?

Preliminary tests in Indore's Bhagirathpura area reveal sewer bacteria in drinking water, linked to a pipeline leak. At least eight deaths from d

Rs 1 cr blast relief: Sigachi tells HC its share limited to Rs 42 L

Hyderabad: Sigachi Industries has informed the Telangana High Court that of the Rs 1 crore compensation publicly announced for each worker who di

Dense fog shrouds Delhi; cold wave conditions likely till January 5

According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), the minimum temperature at Safdarjung was recorded at 9.1 Celsius

From 108 Kurkure To Tonic Water: Swiggy Instamart Reveals Top Food Orders On New Year's Eve

Many people ordered grapes to try the viral 12 grapes tradition for good luck on New Year's Eve.

Pongal 2026: Dates, history, significance, rituals and traditions of the four-day harvest festival

Pongal, a vibrant harvest festival, will be celebrated in Tamil Nadu from January 13 to 17. This four-day event honors Surya, the Sun God, and si

EOW Kashmir Files Chargesheet Against 108 In Massive Power Division Corruption Scam

SRINAGAR, Jan 2: In one of the biggest corruption cases in Jammu and Kashmir in recent years, the Economic Offences Wing (EOW) Kashmir of the Cri

Zohran Mamdani takes over as New York mayor, vows to bring back 'era of big government' to improve New York lives

Zohran Kwame Mamdani has taken over as mayor of the largest US city that is the centre of finance, with a firm promise to rule expansively and au

Enquiry Ordered Against Kashmiri Cricketer Over Palestinian Logo On Helmet

JAMMU, Jan 2: Jammu and Kashmir Police have ordered a 14-day preliminary enquiry after a video circulated on social media showing a Kashmiri cric

Govt mulls outcome-based grading mechanisms for ITIs

Modernising curriculum, strengthening industry co-creation, and ensuring flexibility and adaptability in training design were identified as key e

I Think Of Your Words: Umar Khalid's Partner Shares Mamdani's Letter To Him

Zohran Mamdani, the new mayor of New York City, has written a letter to former Jawaharlal Nehru University student and activist Umar Khalid.

PM Modi shares motivational New Year message rooted in Sanskrit wisdom

Prime Minister Narendra Modi shared an inspirational New Year message, urging people to move forward with determination, clarity of purpose, and

Quote of the day by Rainer Maria Rilke: 'Let everything happen to you: beauty and terror...'

Rainer Maria Rilke's profound quote, No feeling is final, encourages acceptance of life's complexities, both beauty and terror. His words offer q

Sapphire FoodsDevyani Int. merger to create single KFC, Pizza Hut franchise

The boards of Devyani International and Sapphire Foods approved a scheme of arrangement for the merger of SFIL with and into DIL, marking a strat

IIT Hyderabad Student Edward Nathan Varghese Bags Rs 2.5 Crore Offer

IIT Hyderabad student Edward Nathan Varghese achieves highest-ever Rs 2.5 crore package with Optiver after converting summer internship to pre-pl

Usman Khawaja: Pakistan-born Australian cricketer announces retirement after fifth Ashes Test

Usman Khawaja said he hoped his long Test career, which will come to an end with his retirement after the fifth Ashes clash, inspires youngsters

Baloch leader appeals to EAM Jaishankar, warns China may deploy troops in Balochistan soon

Baloch leader Mir Yar Baloch warns of potential Chinese military deployment in Balochistan within months due to the deepening China-Pakistan alli

Wolf Moon 2026: Know How And When To Witness The Supermoon

Enjoying the Supermoon doesn't require binoculars or a telescope. It can be seen with the naked eye.

South Korea Develops AI Model For A Custom Cancer Vaccine

A joint research team of the Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST) and domestic biotechnology firm Neogenlogic have develope

Friends' Vrindavan Trip On New Year Ends In Car Crash In Faridabad, 1 Dead

A Baleno car carrying five friends overturned in Faridabad after a tyre suddenly burst, causing the driver to lose control. The crash left one pe

Five houses gutted, two injured in fire in J&K's Kishtwar

Two persons engaged in firefighting efforts suffered injuries and were given first aid, officials said

Amid Indore water contamination deaths, over 200 birds, including parrots and doves, were found dead in Khargone due to poisoning

Over 200 birds, including parrots and pigeons, were found dead in Madhya Pradesh's Khargone district, with preliminary findings suggesting food p

Stock markets rally in early trade, Sensex up 158 points to 85,346.79

In Asian markets, South Korea's Kospi index, Shanghai's SSE Composite index and Hong Kong's Hang Seng index were trading higher

Dhurandhar box office collection day 28: Ranveer Singh starts 2026 with bang, continues ruliing box office, film to complete 30-day-run with...

Despite Ikkis' release, Dhurandhar remains unaffected, leading the box office race by a huge margin. The film will complete its 30-day run with a

Indore water contamination: CM, ministers oversee treatment and relief efforts

Shukla said Chief Minister Mohan Yadav is personally visiting hospitals, interacting with patients and their families, and reviewing the medical

After a year of multiple setbacks, Congress hopes for revival in 2026

The Congress party experienced a challenging year in 2025 with poor election results in Bihar and Delhi. Internal disputes also surfaced in Karna

Zohran Mamdani's handwritten letter to Delhi riots accused Umar Khalid goes viral: 'I think of your words on bitterness often, we are all thinking...'

NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani's handwritten letter to Delhi riots accused Umar Khalid has gone viral on social. The letter, posted by Umar Khalid's pa

Punjab govt to adopt artificial intelligence in agriculture

Chandigarh: In a bid to boost agricultural productivity and sustainability through the use of cutting-edge technologies, the Punjab government on

Garena Free Fire Max Redeem Codes for January 2, 2026: Unlock 20+ free rewards now

Garena Free Fire Max players can obtain in-game items using 12-character alphanumeric redeem codes released frequently. These codes are time-limi

Rajasthan: Illegal encroachments razed in Jaipur's Chomu after a stone-pelting incident

In Chomu, Jaipur, authorities demolished illegal structures linked to individuals involved in recent stone-pelting violence near a mosque. This a

Sangeet Som calls SRK traitor over IPL team signing Bangladesh cricketer

BJP leader Sangeet Som has called Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan a traitor over the Indian Premier League (IPL) franchise Kolkata Knight Ride

Donald Trump's BIG update on his health concerns, blames...for bruised hands; says 'I want...'

Donald Trump dismissed health concerns in a media interview, saying bruises on his hand are due to daily aspirin use and denying claims he falls

Indore water contamination reason: How a deadly outbreak began after toilet sewage mixed with the drinking water line

Indore water contamination: Indore, India's cleanest city, faces a health crisis. Contaminated water in Bhagirathpura caused a severe outbreak of

Kerala Vigilance registers 201 corruption cases, 76 caught red-handed in 2025

In 2025, the VACB registered its highest-ever number of trap cases in a year, arresting 76 persons in 57 cases; his is the highest figure in the

What to look out for in the Premier League transfer window

AFP Sport looks at five of the clubs likely to be busiest before the window closes on February 2

Two Killed, Four Injured in Separate Road Accidents in AP

A fatal collision in Anantapur district and a bus overturning in Nandyal district left multiple casualties, prompting police action and traffic d

BJP, Congress workers clash over Valmiki banner in Karnataka's Ballari

A fierce clash erupted in Ballari between Congress MLA Nara Bharath Reddy and BJP MLA G Janardhana Reddy. Supporters clashed over a banner for a

Starlink plans to lower satellite orbit to enhance safety in 2026

The number of spacecraft in Earths orbit has jumped sharply in recent years as companies and countries race to deploy tens of thousands of satell

Man Dies, 11 Hospitalised After New Year's Party In Hyderabad, Probe On

New Year celebrations in Hyderabad ended up in the hospital after a 53-year-old man died and over a dozen people fell ill. The police are investi