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Abhishek Iyengars Ond Second, starring Anirudh Mahesh, is a poignant take on the mundane

The Kannada play Ond Second from WeMove Theatre follows a man who introspects about a significant incident from the past that changed his future

Railway rage cannot be ignored any longer

The shocking incident happened over a relatively minor dispute while alighting from a moving local train.

Parliaments Budget Session to begin today

New Delhi: The Budget Session of Parliament will begin on Wednesday, January 28, with the address of President Droupadi Murmu to the joint sittin

Some musings on music, as it were

An ode to the indefatigable bathroom singer; wrote this, as usual, while crappily humming an ear-worm in my head, under my breath!

Kadavanthra-Panampilly Nagar circular feeder bus service extended

Kochi Metro Rail Limited managing director Loknath Behera flagged off the extended service at a function held in Kasturba Nagar.

Telangana plans new registration offices with marriage halls, feeding rooms

Hyderabad: Revenue Minister Ponguleti Srinivasa Reddy on Tuesday, January 27, announced that the Telangana government will construct integrated r

12 SCR staff felicitated for safety alertness

Telangana DGP commends Sarvejana Foundations road safety initiatives

He was speaking after releasing road safety stickers and a short awareness film titled Badram Naanna at the DGP office in Hyderabad

Trump warns Iraq against return of Ex-PM Nouri al-Maliki

Washington: President Donald Trump warned Iraq on Tuesday that the US would no longer support the country if its former prime minister, Nouri al-

Trump Warns Iran as Armada Moves In, Urges Tehran to Make Deal

By the way, there's another beautiful armada floating beautifully toward Iran right now. So we'll see. I hope they make a deal. Trump said

Australian dollar climbs to three-year high, than edges down, Inflation rises 0.6%; details inside

The Australian dollar surged to a three-year high against the US dollar on Wednesday, fueled by news of potential international travel by Austral

Tharoor stays silent on CPI(M) leanings but vows direct talks with Congress leaders

The Congress MP clarifies that his absence from the high-level Congress meeting in New Delhi was simply a matter of bad timing

Trump warns Iraq against returning former PM al-Maliki to power amid worries about Iran influence

Trump made the threat days after the dominant political bloc known as the Coordination Framework, a collection of Shiite parties, announced it wa

Multi-Lane Free Flow tolling pilot soon on BengaluruMysuru highway

The MLFF system replaces traditional toll booths with overhead gantries equipped with satellite-based GPS technology, high-performance RFID FASTa

On Camera, Massive Avalanche Hits J&K's Sonamarg, Burying Houses In Snow

A massive avalanche swept through the Sarbal area of Sonamarg in Jammu & Kashmir's Ganderbal district Tuesday night, engulfing houses and vehicle

Three arrested, drugs worth 4 lakh seized in separate cases in Bengaluru

In another case, the Jalahalli police arrested a drug peddler and seized 31 gm of MDMA worth approximately 3 lakh

Washington State Senate passes Resolution No. 8674 honouring Indias 77th Republic Day

Republic Day: Several States of the US Northwest, in the Consulates jurisdiction, including Alaska, Nebraska, Washington, Oregon and South Dakota

New Terror Nexus In Making? Pak Lashkar Commander Admits To Hamas Links

In a significant development pointing to deeper coordination among global terrorist groups, a senior terrorist commander of Pakistan-based Lashka

10 FMs to join India-Arab Foreign Ministers meet

India-Arab FM meet: The focus of the meet will be on the Gaza Peace Board, Palestinian issue, the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor, bil

How a political and legal battle halted efforts to conserve Tiruvannamalai temple 25 years ago

More than two decades ago, the Archaeological Survey of India proposed to declare the Arunachaleswara temple a monument of national importance. T

Trump visits a restaurant in Iowa, takes questions from reporters on Alex Pretti, Minnesota unrest

Madhya Pradesh school serves meal to students on scraps of paper

After video clips of the incident went viral, the district administration has ordered action, officials said on Tuesday. The video shows students

On Camera, Sonamarg Avalanche Engulfs Buildings, No Casualties Reported

A massive avalanche swept through the Sarbal area of Sonamarg in Jammu & Kashmir's Ganderbal district Tuesday night, engulfing houses and vehicle

Hard times make you stronger: The truth about growth

A smooth sea never made a skilled sailor. Franklin Roosevelt Some quotes feel like a gentle reminder. This one feels like a wake-up call.

Canada PM Carney denies retracting Davos comments in talk with Trump

U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said that during the call, Mr. Carney was very aggressively walking back some of the remarks he made during

EU signs law to ban Russian gas imports, phase-out begins this year

In a statement shared by the EU Council, it was mentioned that the new rules also include measures on effective monitoring and diversification of

Delhi High Court Halts AI Film Over Unauthorised Use Of Pawan Kalyan's Son's Identity

The Delhi High Court has restrained the circulation and broadcast of an AI-generated film exploiting the name, personality and likeness of Akira

US Winter Storm Deaths Rise and Power Outages Linger

The arctic misery over the eastern half of the U.S. was expected to worsen Friday and Saturday

Worlds fastest civilian aircraft gets European Union certification

Developed by Bombardier, the Global 8000 business jet is the fastest civilian aircraft since the Concorde, with an industry-leading top speed of

At least 15 dead as powerful snowstorm cripples multiple US states

The storm across the southern US has caused widespread power outages, particularly in Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi and Tennessee, leaving hundre

Graphene may have been produced in Edisons first light bulb, study finds

The team replicated the US inventors carbon-filament bulb design and applied electrical conditions similar to those used in the 19th century

Avalanche Hits J&Ks Sonamarg Tourist Resort; Officials Say No Casualty

Srinagar, Jan 27: An avalanche hit Sonamarg tourist resort in Jammu and Kashmir late Tuesday night, but there was no loss of life, officials said

Stock Market Live Updates 28 Jan 2026: Stock to buy today: JSW Steel

Sensex, Nifty, Share Prices LIVE: The short-term outlook is bullish for JSW Steel. The 4.4 per cent surge on Tuesday marks the end of the sideway

Morning Digest: Place in electoral roll is qualified right, ECI says in SC; Private technical staff to assist officials in Census, and more

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China launches worlds largest car carrier with capacity for 10,800 vehicles

It was developed by Guangzhou Shipyard International Co Ltd (GSI), a state-owned shipbuilder and a subsidiary of China State Shipbuilding Corpora

Trump Warns of 'Bad Things' if Republicans Lose Midterms

The White House says Trump will be making weekly trips across the country ahead of the midterms, in which voters have historically punished US pr

India-EU Pact Will Create Market Of About 2 Billion People: Piyush Goyal

Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal on Tuesday said the ambitious India-EU free trade agreement is likely to be implemented within the 2026 calendar y

Ten people die in New York City's frigid cold, raising questions about city's preparedness

Officials said several victims were believed to have been living on the streets. At least six of the fatalities came early Saturday, as the tempe

What the Union Budget is likely and unlikely to offer gig workers

As Indias gig workforce is projected to reach 23.5 million by 2030, pressure is mounting on the Centre to move beyond mere announcements. Experts

Russian Strikes in Ukraine Kill 12, Target Passenger Train

In northeastern Kharkiv region, a drone hit a carriage of a train transporting nearly 200 passengers, killing at least five people

Texas halts new H-1B visa petitions at state agencies and universities

Governor Greg Abbott said the freeze will give lawmakers time to establish statutory guardrails for employment under the visa program

Board of Peace set to hand Trump sweeping powers over Gaza

Trump peace board: Much about the Board of Peace has so far been unclear, but a draft resolution would allow the chair, Trump, to nominate senior

Atiqa makes stunning WSK debut in Italy; first Indian to seal P2 in qualifying

La Conca (Italy), Jan 27: Eleven-year-old racing sensation Atiqa Mir made a roaring debut in the WSK Super Master Karting Series as she became th

Indo-EU joint statement: Underlining a green, clean drive to decarbonisation

India-EU FTA: India and the European Union are strengthening ties through a comprehensive strategic agenda. This partnership prioritises sustaina

SAI Sports Science Division conducts special workshop for coaches in shooting and archery

New Delhi, Jan 27: The Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sport will extend full support to sports science initiatives in every possible way, but it i

IRS refund timeline revealed: The exact day your tax refund could land in your account if you file today

IRS tax refund schedule 2026: The 2026 tax season has begun with significant changes under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, promising potentially

South Africa weighs steep tariffs on vehicles from China, India

India auto exports: In South Africa, the number of vehicles shipped from China has surged 368% over the past four year, and from India 135%. Comp

Pippa Mukherjees new book delves into the shrubs and climbers of India

The Kodaikanal-based environmentalist, author and educators new book, Shrubs & Climbers in India: A Field Guide, documents the physical character

Bangladesh polls: Hindus targeted amid radical plot

NEW DELHI, Jan 27: Ahead of Bangladeshs February elections, intelligence officials warn of a coordinated plot to incite violence against the coun

Bangladesh: BNP urges voters to reject 1971 Pak collaborators ahead of polls

DHAKA, Jan 27: As campaigning begins for Bangladeshs February 12 elections, political tensions are escalating, with sharp exchanges between major

Nepal EC seeks reply from Balen, four others over poll code breach

Kathmandu, Jan 27: Nepals Election Commission on Tuesday sought clarification from five political leaders contesting the general elections over t

People wait for the all-clear signal to reach the opposite bank of the Dnieper River

People wait for the all-clear signal to reach the opposite bank of the Dnieper River during a Russian drone attack in Kyiv, Ukraine, on Monday. (

Russian drones injure civilians in Ukraine

KYIV, Jan 27: A heavy Russian drone attack on Ukraines southern port city of Odesa injured 23 people, including two children and a pregnant woman

Not acceptable for Pakistan to use terror as state policy: India at UN

UNITED NATIONS, Jan 27: India mounted a strong rebuttal against Pakistan at the United Nations Security Council, declaring that it is not normal

Nearly 2 Million Military Casualties In Ukraine War: Report

Russia's grinding invasion of Ukraine has caused nearly two million military casualties -- killed, wounded or missing -- between the two countrie

To make sense of cosmic rays, CERN team tracks a fragile nucleus

Why is finding out how deuterons survive particle collisions in the Large Hadron Collider important? If scientists have to predict how light nucl

Texas Halts New H-1B Visa Petitions At State Agencies, Universities

Governor Greg Abbott ordered Texas universities and state agencies on Tuesday to halt new H-1B visa petitions, which are used by employers to hir

Why the US dollar (DXY) plunged to its lowest since 2022 after Trumps comments in Iowa - heres what he said

US dollar DXY today: The US dollar has fallen sharply, reaching its lowest point since early 2022. President Donald Trump's comments indicating h

Work on new Legislative Assembly Complex to begin soon: Speaker

NeVA to be fully implemented from next session Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Jan 27: Speaker J&K Legislative Assembly Abdul Rahim Rather today h

EU chief Ursula von der Leyens elegant wardrobe turns heads in Delhi

NEW DELHI, Jan 27: Its not just the presence of European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen in India that is making news, but the elegant

Safran Cricket Club clinches Republic Day Cup

Excelsior Sports Correspondent JAMMU, Jan 27: Safran Cricket Club delivered a dominating all-round performance to lift the Republic Day Cup 2026,

Private agencies create infrastructure in Chennais waterways to prevent plastic pollution

The pilot project is funded by an agency of Danish Ministry of Foreign Affairs

J&K Grameen Bank, Tata Motors sign MoU

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Jan 27: Tata Motors Ltd., Indias largest commercial vehicle manufacturer, announced the signing of a Memorandum of

J&K Tourism captivates global audience with immersive VR experience at FITUR 2026 Madrid

*Advisor to CM inaugurates J&K Pavilion Excelsior Correspondent Madrid, Spain, Jan 25: The five-day 46th edition of the International Tourism Fai

LG interacts with Indian Railway Management Service Officer Trainees

*Addresses Kavi Sammelan Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Jan 27: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha interacted with Indian Railway Management Service

AJHLA delegation meets CM, proposes tourism boost

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Jan 27: The All Jammu Hotels and Lodges Association (AJHLA), led by President Pawan Gupta, held a meeting with the

Swami Ramdev, Acharya Balkrishan unfurl National Flag on 77th R-Day

Excelsior Correspondent HARIDWAR, Jan 27: On 77th Republic Day of the country, chief of the Patanjali Yogpeeth Trust, Swami Ramdev and general se

School Spirits Season 3 Episode 1 to 3 release time, schedule and how to watch: Global streaming timings for all regions, cast and trailer

School Spirits Season 3 Episode 1 to 3 releases Wednesday, January 28 at 3:01 a.m. ET on Paramount+. The season starts with three episodes, follo

Muruga saves His bhaktas

Asian Winter Games possible in India within a decade: Jadeja

Excelsior Sports Correspondent LEH, Jan 27: Improved winter sports infrastructure and sustained support could put India in contention to host the

Pegasus, Hero FCs advance to semifinals of 1st Jammu Gold Cup

Excelsior Sports Correspondent JAMMU, Jan 27: In the ongoing 1st Jammu Gold Cup Football Tournament, the 3rd quarterfinal saw Pegasus FC defeat P

Govt says new UGC regulations wont be discriminatory, misused; students hold protests, UP BJP leader resigns

NEW DELHI (UP), Jan 27: The government on Tuesday asserted that the new UGC regulations would not be misused and there would be no discrimination

UCC ushers in new era of womens empowerment in Uttarakhand: Dhami

DEHRADUN, Jan 27 : Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Tuesday said that the implementation of the Uniform Civil Code in the state

Residents beyond suburbs want eight-car MEMU to be replaced with 12-car rakes

The eight-car MEMU rakes cause severe inconvenienceto the public as they are overcrowded, have poor ventilation and narrow access; they are small

Public welfare ultimately paves way for national welfare: Adityanath

GORAKHPUR (UP), Jan 27: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Tuesday said that only those driven by the spirit of public welfare earn

Objectionable comments about CM Fadnaviss wife lead to anger, demand of action

NAGPUR, Jan 27 : Highly objectionable remarks about Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis wife Amruta Fadnavis by a local singer and YouTu

Former IT firm employee booked for source code theft worth Rs 87 cr in Bengaluru

BENGALURU, Jan 27: An FIR has been registered against a former senior employee of an IT firm for allegedly stealing the companys proprietary soft

Haryana and Punjab CMs hold key meeting on SYL issue in Chandigarh

CHANDIGARH, Jan 27 : An important meeting between the Chief Ministers of Haryana and Punjab was held on Tuesday in Chandigarh to discuss the Sutl

Schools closed tomorrow in North Texas: See full list of DFW closures due to winter weather - Fort Worth ISD, DISD, Frisco ISD, Denton ISD, & more

Schools closed tomorrow: North Texas families are adapting as dangerous winter weather forces widespread closures of schools, daycares, colleges,

Citing RP Act, EC says can lay down procedure for SIR as it thinks fit

70 Auto-Rickshaws Distributed To Workers To Mark Third Anniversary Of Lokeshs Yuvagalam Padayatra

The minister also appreciated Raghurama Raju for his efforts in securing insurance coverage for workers and facilitating access to loans at low i

When is next Federal Reserve policy meeting and why is it crucial for US stock market, gold and silver price rise? Here's full federal reserve meeting schedule for 2026

When is next Federal Reserve policy meeting and why is it crucial for US stock market, gold and silver price rise? The January FOMC meeting may s

Make UGC equity rules caste-neutral: Plea in SC

India, EU clinch Mother of All Deals; unveil strategic agenda

Largest free trade agreement in history: PM NEW DELHI, Jan 27:India and the European Union today sealed a landmark free trade agreement billed as

CRPF jawan among 4 killed in road accident

Excelsior Correspondent UDHAMPUR, Jan 27: In a freak accident near Jakhani Bridge on Jammu-Srinagar National Highway, a CRPF jawan among four per

Society must remain united to confront those who promote, justify terror: LG

Govt to conduct fresh investigations in terror-linked cases Sanjeev Pargal JAMMU, Jan 27: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha has said that for susta

Ahead of budget session, Speaker calls APM-cum-BAC on Jan 30

Will seek cooperation, suggestions Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Jan 27: Legislative Assembly Speaker Abdul Rahim Rather has called an All Party

ACB Arrests Sub-Treasury Officer, Senior Accountant In Rs15,000 Bribe Case

The arrested officials were identified as Nalla Ravi Prasad, sub-treasury officer, and Ambakandi Srinivasa Rao, senior accountant at the Sub-Trea

Snowfall hits air traffic, NH blocked; 2 bodies remain stranded in Uri

40 soldiers among 60 rescued in Doda Gopal Sharma/Suhail Bhat JAMMU/ SRINAGAR, Jan 27: While at least 60 people including 40 Army soldiers were r

Govt aims to make 3-nanometre chips by 2032; achieve self-reliance in 75 pc tech categories in 4 yrs

NEW DELHI, Jan 27: The government is aiming to make high-tech small chips of 3-nanometre nodes used in products like modern smartphones and comp