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Meta Plans To Cut Around 10% Of Jobs In Reality Labs Division: Report

Meta plans to cut around 10% of the employees in its Reality Labs division who work on products including the metaverse, the New York Times repor

Hasaranga and Shanaka star in Sri Lankas series-leveling T20 win against Pakistan

DAMBULLA (Sri Lanka), Jan 12: Sri Lanka ended a 14-year drought by beating Pakistan in a Twenty20 game at home to draw their three-match series 1

ASI Collapses, Dies During 'Mana Sankara Varaprasad Garu' Show in Hyderabad

The incident took place at Arjun Theatre in Kukatpally on Monday

Iranians Tap Musk's Starlink To Skirt Internet Blackout: Report

Some Iranians are still using Elon Musk's Starlink satellite internet service despite a nationwide communications blackout, three people inside t

The usual suspects? Same 6 testify as MP government witnesses in multiple cases

Ministry notifies NSG Act rules, lays down criteria for SOM

Sports Ministry maintains election ban on convicted people NEW DELHI, Jan 12: The Sports Ministry on Monday notified the rules that would govern

Kashmiri Pandit leader Bhushan Bazaz, 91, an advocate of Hindu-Muslim unity, passes away in New Delhi

Bhushan Bazaz, son of popular Kashmiri writerPrem Nath Bazaz, was known for his efforts to establish peace in J&K through non-violent means

High hopes, tricky draws await home shuttlers at India Open

NEW DELHI, Jan 12: Indias top shuttlers, including P V Sindhu and Lakshay Sen, will look to convert recent form into results on home courts when

Autopen scandal explodes at Biden cover-up hearing: 'Who was the real President?'

PSLV fails for 2nd time in 9 months; 3rd-stage glitch costs 16 satellites

Kharge: Bengaluru Gets 'Buffet', We Wait; End Regional Imbalance

Until teacher vacancies are filled, real development in this region cannot happen, he asserted.

Donald Trump to receive Nobel Peace Prize from Maria Corina Machado this week? Can Venezuelan opposition leader transfer the prize?

Since Nicolas Maduro's ouster, Maria Corina Machado has heaped praise on Trump, and has offered to give him her Nobel Peace Prize, an award the U

One more suspect held in ACHIK members murder

Crackdown on illegal quarries, brick kilns in GH From Our Correspondent TURA, Jan 12: Continuing their pursuit of those involved in the murder of

NGOs halt illegal land occupation in Ampati

From Our Correspondent AMPATI, Jan 12: A coalition of non-governmental organisations (NGOs) from Ampati in South West Garo Hills district recentl

Rymbui assures more STEMS buses in city for schoolchildren

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Jan 12: Education Minister Lahkmen Rymbui on Monday said that the government will increase the number of STEMS buses fo

Help restore stability at NEHU: NEHUSU, KSU urge Governor

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Jan 12: Members of the North-Eastern Hill University Students Union (NEHUSU) and the Khasi Students Union (KSU), NEHU U

Proceeds of Crime Used for Polls: ED Attaches More Assets in Chhattisgarh Coal Scam

The attached properties comprised land parcels, and residential flats.

Bangladesh Hindu politician dies in custody

Moquim Signals Launch Of New Regional Party With Youth Mobilisation in Odisha

Barabati-Cuttack Congress MLA and Moquims daughter, Sofia Firdous, attended as chief guest

A hundred years ago | French scientists claim

Alleged rule violation at Kumbala-Arikkady toll plaza: MLA to launch indefinite strike

Quote of the day by Scarlett Johansson: 'It's important for people to figure out their own lives before...' life lessons on self-awareness and relationships by BAFTA & Tony Awards-winning actress

Quote of the day: Scarlett Johansson's words emphasize self-understanding before relationships. Knowing yourself builds strong connections. Johan

Concerns raised over continuing gaps in SIR process

Peoples representatives seek steps to address issues related to SIR draft list, change of polling booths, and enrolment of new voters

India, Germany to boost ties in defence, trade, critical tech

'Why is ICE masked?': Rep. Raskin's Jan 6 rioters claim shocks House amid Renee shooting row

Venezuela Leader Nicolas Maduro's Bodyguard Gets Key Role In Cabinet

Venezuela's interim president Delcy Rodriguez on Monday added a former bodyguard of her ousted predecessor Nicolas Maduro to her cabinet in one o

Why Chinas No. 1 app asks users, Are You Dead? And why it is going viral

A new app named Are You Dead? has topped China's paid app charts, addressing the growing fear of dying alone and unnoticed. This safety companion

In a first, Rajasthan panchayat gets certified for going fully organic

The panchayat took measures not only to resolve issues of soil degradation and declining groundwater level but also to address health concerns li

APSPDCL Wins Five National Awards At IPPAI Conference

APSPDCL secured top national rankings in five key areas, including thermal power generation, promotion of green hydrogen, implementation of smart

Lucknow medical college staff seek FIR over vandalism, threaten to stall all OPD services

A scuffle broke out on the campus on January 9 when about 100 people, including BJP leader and vice-chairperson of the Uttar Pradesh Womens Commi

Retirees may save $450 in 2026 under Trump tax cuts check if you are eligible

In 2026, retirees may save money on taxes with President Trump's new OBBBA law. Seniors 65 or older can claim extra deductions, lowering how much

Karnatakas Bhoomi project, a governance success

The project offers lessons for other States rushing to digitise land records

To save groundwater, Uttarkhand 'food bowl' to ban summer paddy crop

Gaming Losses Push Bihar Youth to Death

The man went missing on December 6. On Sunday, locals alerted police after spotting a decomposed body. Identification was confirmed through Guddu

Siddaramaiah, D.K. Shivakumar will be called to Delhi when necessary, says Kharge

Delegation From Communist Party Of China Visits BJP Headquarters In Delhi

A delegation from the Communist Party of China, led by its iternational dpartment's vice minister Sun Haiyan, visited the BJP headquarters here o

Dhurandhar box office collection day 39: Ranveer Singh film continues its dream run, breaches Rs 1300-crore mark worldwide

As Ranveer Singh and Aditya Dhar's Dhurandhar begins to slow down in its sixth week, it is set to conclude its theatrical run as the fourth highe

Who was Samir Das? Hindu auto driver beaten to death in Bangladesh in latest such attack

This is the latest in a spate of brutal killings of persons from the Hindu community in the neighbouring country. In December, a Hindu factory wo

80% of Employees laid off for failing to embrace AI quickly enough

In early 2023, IgniteTech CEO Eric Vaughan recognized AI as an existential shift and encountered a workforce unprepared for quick adoption. Over

Workers union writes to NHRC on e-commerce platforms practising forced labour

Rachna Yadav not material witness in her husbands murder, says police

It's your duty to end 'slave mindset', PM tells Gen Z

MSTR stock surges today after Michael Saylors Strategy buys $1.25 billion worth of Bitcoin (BTC USD)

Strategy buys Bitcoin: Strategy stock saw a significant jump on Monday. The company announced a substantial purchase of Bitcoin, amounting to app

PMO likely to move to Sewa Teerth complex in next one week

First time since independence centre of power to move out of South Block

Trump To Meet Venezuela Opposition Leader Machado On Thursday

US President Donald Trump will host Venezuelan opposition leader and Nobel Peace Prize laureate Maria Corina Machado on Thursday at the White Hou

JNU-like incidents stun the country: CM

KTR Warns Congress: Don't Abolish Districts Or Face Protests

Addressing a party meeting in Mahbubnagar, Rama Rao said the Congress government clearly did not want administration and services to be available

Trump keeping Iran air strikes on the table: White House

President Trump is considering air strikes on Iran amid reports of a crackdown on protesters, with the White House stating people are being kille

Probe religious discrimination in AMU: Ex-VC of Urdu university

Gig worker assaulted for using stores perfume

Revanth Insists on Quality in Student Kits

Officials were asked to prepare procurement plans for belts, ties, shoes, school bags, notebooks, and other items.

Frisco ISD threat: Are Frisco ISD campuses secure? What were the threatening emails about?

Frisco ISD campuses were briefly placed under secure status Monday morning following the receipt of threatening emails. Police and district offic

AI vs Monkeys: Sub-Saharan African native Vervet monkeys are winning this duel against Artificial Intelligence

Vervet monkeys are native to sub-Saharan Africa, where they are widespread. Weighing in at 7 to 17 pounds (3.18 to 7.71 kilograms), they are some

Xabi Alonso leaves Real Madrid after just 7 months as head coach; Arbeloa takes over

Xabi Alonso's tenure was marred by poor results and internal discord as he failed to replicate his success at Bayer Leverkusen

Hyderabad All Set For International Kite & Sweet Festival; Wind Conditions Ideal

The wind direction and speed, which are key factors for the kite flying and hot air balloon rides, are favourable for the kite festival to kick o

Tamang case: action after post-mortem report, say police

Reclaimed land along Mumbai coastal road must remain open to public, no commercial development: SC

The Supreme Court has ruled that reclaimed land along the Mumbai Coastal Road must remain open to the public. Residential or commercial developme

Declare 2 Nirav aides proclaimed offenders: CBI

8 states where Americans may pay less Income Tax this year

Eight states cut income tax rates on Jan.1, 2026. Nebraskas top rate drops to 4.55%. Indiana falls to 2.95%, Ohio simplifies to 2.75%. North Caro

IAS academy in Chennai distributes The Hindu year book 2026 to its students

Gujarat officer hangs self as husband waits in car

2 nurses feared infected by Nipah virus, Centre rushes team to WB

648 Killed In Iran Protest Amid Government Crackdown: Rights Group

A violent crackdown on a wave of protests in Iran has killed at least 648 people, a rights group said on Monday, as Iranian authorities sought to

'India can be global AI use case capital': MeitY secy

India is set to become a global hub for AI applications. The country will foster its own AI infrastructure, including large language models and d

2,514 Civilian Deaths In Ukraine In 2025, Highest Since 2022: UN

United Nations monitors recorded more civilian deaths in Ukraine in 2025 than in any other year except 2022, as hostilities flared along the fron

Man Arrested, Chinese Manja Worth Rs.41,000 Seized

Madhuranagar station house officer H. Prabhakar said a team led by sub-inspector Saikumar arrested Ahmed, who runs a cycle store, at around 1 am

Londons homicide rate per capita at record low: police data

Data shows homicide rate hit new low since 2014, and an all-time low number per capita, with Londons population having increased by more than hal

Corrections and Clarifications January 13, 2026

Family of HP merchant navy officer in US custody appeals to PM for help

22 Teams Participate In Boat Races

The participants from Kerala, Telangana, Maharashtra and Andhra Pradesh vied for the trophy

Internal cohesion key to Indias strategic autonomy, says MP Manish Tewari

In his book, the Congress leader says pluralism is no longer a luxury which can be taken for granted

Revanth Plans Reorganisation of Districts, Mandals

Revanth said the commission in Telangan would function in the manner of the Delimitation Commission constituted by the Centre for the reorganisat

Court proceedings distorted, High Court orders removal of reels

Germany Announces Visa-Free Transit For Indian Passport Holders

India and Germany on Monday unveiled measures to boost cooperation in areas of defence, trade, critical minerals and semiconductors.

Prashant Tamang's wife Martha Aley, three-year-old daughter Ariah bid tearful farewell to Indian Idol 3 winner - Watch video

Hailing from Darjeeling, Prashant Tamang passed away on Sunday at his Delhi residence. Tamang married Martha Aley in 2011 and they welcomed their

HCAannounces launchof TelanganaT20 League

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Traffic Restrictions Imposed on Ikea-Cyber Towers Stretch After Road Cave-in

Commuters travelling from Ikea towards Cyber Towers and JNTU were advised to follow the notified diversions or use alternative routes.

No One Can Separate Mumbai From Maharashtra: E Shinde On Thackerays' Charge

Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, who had to yield the driving seat to ally BJP for the Mumbai civic polls, hit back at the Opposi

CM Assures Diaspora Tamils of All Support

Only education and knowledge had stood the Tamils in good stead and had brought those in the audience to such lofty levels in life, he said and t

Cody Johnson reveals new 2026 tour dates: Full schedule and ticket details

Cody Johnson has announced an extensive 2026 tour, fueling excitement after canceling his remaining 2025 dates due to a ruptured eardrum. The Gra

Venezuela releases more political prisoners as pressure builds

Venezuela claims to have freed over a hundred political prisoners following US pressure after Nicolas Maduro's ouster. However, rights groups and

Kakinada to Make Renewable Ammonia

The companys founder and group chairman Chalamalasetty Anil Kumar said the first shipment is expected in 2028 from AM Green Ammonias First 1 MTAP

Maharashtra SEC stops election-eve 'special gift' from Fadnavis

Troubling repeat: On ISROs failed PSLV-C62 mission

ISRO must begin rebuilding quality assurance protocols

Troubling repeat: on Mondays ISROs PSLV-C62 mission

ISRO must begin rebuilding quality assurance protocols

Will Fight Till Centre Rolls Back VBG RAM G Act, Says Siddaramaiah

He was speaking after inaugurating and laying foundation stones for works of various departments in Sedam.

US to take $150M stake in critical mineral company ATALCO

In a strategic move to enhance national security, the US government is channeling $150 million into a partnership with Atlantic Alumina Co., a fi

Engineers Warn New Electricity Bill Will Hurt Discoms, Consumers

Demanding immediate withdrawal of the Bill, engineers warned it would devastate state Discoms, burden poor and middleclass consumers, and favour