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Injured Pakistan pacer Shaheen Afridi to return home from BBL; doubtful for T20 World Cup

Shaheen has been called by the PCB for treatment and rehabilitation at the High Performance Centre in Lahore after he sustained a knee injury whi

Putin ordered Ukraine buffer zone expansion in 2026, says Russia's top general Gerasimov

Chief of the General Staff Valery Gerasimov said Mr. Putin ordered expansion in 2026 of the buffer zone in Ukraines regions of Sumy and Kharkiv n

Toxic: First look of Nayanthara from Yashs magnum opus unveiled

Toxic, directed by Geetu Mohandas, also stars Kiara Advani and Huma Qureshi as the female leads

iBomma piracy probe widens as police uncover use of forged identity

As part of the ongoing probe, authorities have frozen assets worth about 3 crore linked to the accused

Newsmakers of 2025

A look at the newsmakers who burst onto the scene in 2025 and shaped narratives across various spheres of life

Cricketer Imad Wasims video with alleged GF goes viral after divorce

Islamabad: Pakistani cricketer Imad Wasim has officially confirmed his divorce from Sannia Ashfaq after six years of marriage, sending shockwaves

Denmark shuts its 400-year-old postal service

Roughly 1,500 mailboxes throughout Denmark were taken down, and an estimated 1,500 of PostNords 4,600 employees were decided to be laid off

Israel to halt operations of several humanitarian organisations in Gaza

Jerusalem: Israel on Tuesday, December 30, said it had suspended humanitarian organisations, including Doctors Without Borders and CARE, from ope

Secret Ingredients 2025: Redefining Hospitality through Story, Space and Strategy

Assam man arrested in Kerala over alleged extremist social media posts

The accused, identified as Roshidul Islam, was arrested from Kaipamangalam police station limits in Thrissur. He had been living in the area for

Pepsi & 7UP Team Up with Disney on Zootopia 2, Sparking Fresh Wave of Crossover Youthful Energy

Mach Conferences Secures 92 Crore Government Order from Punjab Government

U and I Resources Pvt. Ltd.: Surat-Based 360 Brand Consulting Agency Expands to the United States After Transforming Businesses into National Brands Over Two Decades

16-Year-Olds Rehabilitation Programme Places 39 Acid Attack Survivors in Formal Employment

PLAN Y founderSamaya Chauhans Reappearance Protocol trains 68 survivors, achieves 80% job retention through Indias first three-tier reintegration

Uttarakhand: 60 injured in train collision at Vishnugad-Pipalkoti hydroelectric tunnel

About 60 people were injured when a loco train collided with a goods train inside Pipalkoti tunnel of the Vishnugad-Pipalkoti Hydro Electric Proj

Dense Fog Disrupts Air Traffic at Delhi Airport, 148 Flights Cancelled

New Delhi, Dec 31: Flight operations at the Indira Gandhi International Airport (IGIA) were severely hit on Wednesday as dense fog and low visibi

Gig workers announce nationwide strike on Dec 31, demand end to 10-min delivery

Gig and platform workers demand restoration of old payout system, transparency in ID deactivations and algorithm-based assignments and social sec

Congress Hits Out at Centre Over Chinas India-Pak Mediation Claim

Jairam Ramesh, in a post on X, expressed concern over Chinas claim, noting that Beijing has close defence ties with Pakistan and is a major arms

Khaleda Zia's Funeral: Bangladesh first woman PM to be laid to rest beside husband Zia Ur Rahman today, India's foreign minister Jaishankar, Pakistan deputy PM to attend

Former Bangladesh PM Khaleda Zia will be laid to rest later today beside her husband, former president Ziaur Rahman, at Sher-e-Bangla Nagar in th

Poland Acts To Improve Status Of Same-Sex Couples With Cohabitation Bill

LGBT groups in Poland are hopeful for the chance to pass the same-sex marriage bill in parliament.

ByteDance to spend about $14 billion in Nvidia chips in 2026: Report

ByteDance plans to spend about 100 billion yuan ($14.29 billion) on artificial intelligence chips from Nvidia in 2026, the South China Morning Po

2026: Tollywood to Dish Out Sequels to Rock the Box Office

Tollywoods sequel looks set to dominate the box office in the coming years.

Cases of Red Fort blast, National Herald and IRCTC 'scam' kept Delhi courts busy in 2025

Delhi courts saw a busy year in 2025, dealing with major political figures and significant terror incidents. Cases involving Sonia Gandhi, Rahul

Gig Workers Union President Demands Removal of 10-Minute Delivery Option

Salauddin said that nearly 40,000 workers across India had supported the protest on December 25 and that the union remains open to discussions wi

Government of India launches official 2026 calendar, listing public holidays and key dates

Shiva Lingam at Andhras Draksharamam temple vandalised

Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu directs police to nab culprits

High-profile rush to Delhi HC for relief in 2025

The Delhi High Court saw a busy 2025 with major legal battles. Celebrities sought protection for their rights. Politicians faced court challenges

Who is Mahnoor? Asim Munir' third daughter marries her first cousin Abdul Rehman Qasim in 'low-key' nikah

Pakistan Army Chief General Asim Munir married her daughter Mahnoor to his brother Qasim Munir's son Abdul Rehman on December 26 at Army Headquar

Man Dies By Suicide From Company Building In Bengaluru

Unfortunate incident happened at Biocon Biologics Limited at Electronics City campus

Thieves Throw Chilli Powder In Madhya Pradesh Farmer's Eyes, Rob Rs 25 Lakh

Three assailants on Tuesday robbed a farmer of Rs 25 lakh after throwing chilli powder in his eyes and snatching his bag in Ashoknagar district o

Can Diabetics Eat Makki Ki Roti? 5 Other Health Benefits You Should Know

Makki ki roti is more than just a winter treat. When consumed correctly, it is a nutritious addition to the Indian plate.

Man gets life term for raising module of Pakistan based terror outfit in Assam

Md Kamruj Zaman alias Kamaruddin was awarded three separate punishments under provisions of an anti-terror law, with the maximum of life imprison

Thailand frees 18 Cambodian soldiers as ceasefire holds

Cambodian Defence Ministry spokesperson Maly Socheata said the soldiers were handed over at a border checkpoint at 10 a.m. (0300 GMT) on Wednesda

Thailand frees 18 Cambodian soldiers under new ceasefire deal

Thailand has released 18 Cambodian soldiers following a weekend ceasefire. This move eases tensions after weeks of deadly border clashes. The fig

The US-born employment and population boom that wasnt

US job numbers show a surprising rise in native-born employment. However, this surge appears to be an illusion. Aggressive deportation campaigns

Odisha in 2025: Security gains, industrial push amid tragedies and turmoil

One of the major positives for the state was its progress towards becoming a Naxal-free state, with security forces neutralising six red rebels,

Superstar Mohanlals mother Shantakumari Amma passes away in Kochi

Kochi: Shantakumari Amma, the mother of Malayalam cinema icon Mohanlal, passed away at her residence in Kochi on Tuesday. She was 90 and had been

Watch: India surpasses Japan to become worlds 4th largest economy

Srinagar court issues proclamation, declares three absconders for spreading anti-India content online

In a significant legal move, a Srinagar court has proclaimed charges against Mubeen Shah, Azizul Hassan Ashai, and Rifat Wani for their role in p

No Ride Refusal, No Surge Demands on New Years Eve: Sajjanar Warns Cab, Auto Drivers

Hyderabad Police threaten strict action under Motor Vehicles Act against drivers violating ride norms at midnight.

Vijay Hazare Trophy Live: Ignored India Star On Fire; Jaiswal Misses Fifty

Vijay Hazare Trophy 2025-26 Live score Updates: Bengal's pace trio of Mohammed Shami, Mukesh Kumar and Akash Deep have rocked Jammu and Kashmir (

Mrunal Thakur Says She Is Indebted to Sita Ramam

Mrunal has consistently expressed gratitude and loyalty to Tollywood.

Mali, Burkina Faso impose retaliatory travel ban on U.S. nationals

The White House noted persistent attacks by armed groups as one of the reasons for the travel ban. Mali and Burkina Faso have struggled to contai

Indonesia raises alert for Mount Bur Ni Telong volcano following spike of activity

The increase in seismic activity has been ongoing since July and became more intense and shallow in the past two months

Fake Job Racket Busted: EOW Kashmir Files Chargesheet Against Man Posing As Govt Officer

SRINAGAR, Dec 31: In a major crackdown on employment fraud, the Economic Offences Wing (EOW) of Crime Branch Kashmir has filed a chargesheet in a

Principal District Judge Leh Given Additional Charge Of Member Secretary LLSA

JAMMU, Dec 31: The Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh High Court has assigned the additional charge of the post of Member Secretary, Ladakh Legal Servi

India issues FIRST statement after China's claim to mediate Pakistan truce, says 'there is no role for...'

India has rejected China's involvement in brokering peace between New Delhi and Islamabad during the military conflict, stating that no third par

EUs carbon tax to kick in from Jan 1; may hurt Indian steel, aluminium exporters: GTRI

Many Indian exporters may have to cut prices by 15-22% so EU importers can use that margin to pay the CBAM (carbon border adjustment mechanism) t

Gorakhpur: How a Village Computer Class Is Helping Students Beat OTP Fraud

Vijay Guptas village computer classroom fights OTP fraud, builds digital confidence In Bhatahat village in Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh

Dense fog blankets Delhi, AQI stays in 'very poor' category

The national capital recorded a 24-hour average Air Quality Index (AQI) of 384, according to data from the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB)

Delhi airport sees 148 flight cancellations due to low visibility conditions

New Delhi: At least 148 flights were cancelled and over 150 flights were delayed at the Delhi airport on Wednesday due to dense fog and low visib

Thailand Frees 18 Cambodian Soldiers Held Since July Amid Renewed Ceasefire

Thailand on Wednesday released 18 Cambodian soldiers it had detained since July under the renewed ceasefire the two countries agreed on the weeke

SIR hearing: Complaint filed against CEC after elderly man dies due to fear

Kolkata: A complaint was filed against Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar and West Bengals Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) Manoj Kumar

Conscious Management Institute Opens in Puducherry to Offer Logistics Courses

Dr. Garry Jacobs, President and CEO of the World Academy of Art & Science, inaugurated the Conscious Management Institute in Puducherry. CMI

Rupee falls 15 paise to 89.90 against U.S. dollar in early trade

On the domestic equity market front, the Sensex opened 188.31 points higher at 84,863.39, while the Nifty rose 80.70 points to 26,009.55

Prem Anand Sinha is Avadi Police Commissioner

Before being posted to South Zone, Mr. Sinha served in Chennai city as Additional Commissioner of Police, South

Centre's intervention pushed onion growers into losses in 2025: Farmers' body

Indian onion farmers faced significant financial losses in 2025. The Maharashtra State Onion Growers Farmers' Association alleges government mark

Indias diplomacy faced a major test in 2025

India's foreign policy faced significant tests in 2025. The nation responded firmly to cross-border terrorism from Pakistan. Relations with the U

IPL 2026: Schedule, players list, venues and auction highlights

2026 IPL full schedule, teams: The Indian Premier League 2026 will commence on March 26 and conclude on May 31. The auction saw record bids for p

Akshaye Khanna to return as Rehman Dakait in Dhurandhar 2? This MAJOR HINT of fan-favourite character went viral, netizens react

Akshaye Khanna's character Rehman Dakait gets killed in Dhurandhar Part One, but recently, netizens noticed something on the internet, and they'r

View: The West is near death. Its also worth fighting for

The West, a concept historically defined by market democracies and Enlightenment ideals, faces an existential crisis. Donald Trump's protection r

Handling automatic rifles, self-defence: Army trains Village Defence Guards in J&K - watch

Imaginary Law, Real Consequences: Sajjanar Warns Drunk Drivers in Viral Post

Hyderabad Police reiterate zero tolerance for drunk driving as V.C. Sajjanars witty tweet strikes a chord online.

Andhra Pradesh in 2025: Capital dreams, Maoist hunt, spate of deadly accidents, AP saw it all

Andhra Pradesh is entering a crucial phase in 2026 for Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu's Amaravati vision. Key construction milestones for the

Saudi Cabinet hopes UAE will halt military, financial support to STC

Riyadh: Saudi Arabias Cabinet said on Tuesday, December 30, that it hopes the United Arab Emirates (UAE) will halt any military or financial supp

Dense fog blankets Delhi, AQI stays in very poor category

The national capital recorded a 24-hour average Air Quality Index of 384, according to data from the Central Pollution Control Board

Warren Buffett Steps Down as Berkshire Hathaway CEO After Six Decades

Buffett, who turns 95 this year, has led the conglomerate for nearly six decades, transforming it from a struggling New England textile manufactu

Exam Calendar 2026: Check all key dates for JEE, NEET, CUET, CBSE, ICSE, UPSC and other exams

Complete 2026 exam calendar: Students preparing for 2026 competitive and board exams can now plan their academic year. The exam calendar includes

Security Forces arrest 11 jihadi operatives from Assam and Tripura

Security forces apprehended 11 jihadi operatives from Assam and Tripura, dismantling an Imam Mahmuder Kafila (IMK) module. This Bangladesh-based

Meta is sued by US Virgin Islands over ads for scams, dangers to children

Meta knowingly and intentionally exposes its users to fraud and harm. It does so to maximize user engagement and, in turn, its revenue, states th

How Indian films rewrote the pan-India playbook in 2025

From massive cross-regional hits to small gems, heres how Indian cinema reinvented scale and storytelling in 2025

Viral video: After Tara Sutaria's viral on-stage moment with AP Dhillon, Orry steps in to reveal truth about Veer Pahariya's reaction

A viral clip from AP Dhillon's concert led to rumours about Veer Pahariya's reaction to Tara Sutaria's on-stage moment. Orry later shared an uned

What is the Ironman Triathlon?

Welcome to the Ironman triathlon, an event which pushes athletes and sports enthusiasts to go the extra mile...

41 South African Men Dead In 2 Months From Circumcision Procedures

At least 41 young men have died as a result of circumcision procedures as part of traditional initiation activities in South Africa in November a

Battle of Galwan Gets Flak From Chinese Media, Indian Govt Sources Defend

Produced by Salman Khan and his mother Salma Khan, Battle of Galwan releases on April 17.

EAM Jaishankar to attend Khaleda Zias funeral in Dhaka on Wednesday

New Delhi: External Affairs Minister (EAM) S. Jaishankar will represent the government and people of India at the funeral of Khaleda Zia, the fir

Isiah Whitlock Jr., The Wire Actor, Dies at 71

On Tuesday, Simon posted an image of Whitlock, smiling with gentle eyes, in honor of the actor's passing.

Meet-up groups to explore in 2026 in Hyderabad

In 2026, here are a few networking groups that can help you find a friend in the city

Maharashtra civic polls: Car chases, crematorium drama cap nomination chaos

Political parties in Maharashtra faced significant unrest over ticket distribution for upcoming civic polls, with nominations ending on Tuesday.

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$400,000 Lobster, 40,000 Oysters Stolen In New England Seafood Heist

Forty-thousand oysters, lobster worth $400,000 and a cache of crabmeat all were stolen in separate incidents within weeks of each other in New En

2026 Horoscope: Dos and donts for every zodiac sign as major planetary shifts change your fate

In 2026, powerful outer planets shift signs, ushering in an era of rapid growth and bold new beginnings. This astrological alignment encourages a

SoftBank has completed its $40 billion investment in OpenAI: Report

SoftBank has been building one of the largest private technology investment programmes in the world under founder and CEO Masayoshi Son

Panneerselvam slams DMK government over attack on Odisha man

All schools closed for week due to extreme winter weather in Assams Guwahati

The normal classes will resume from January 7, prioritising the safety and well-being of students

Two trains carrying workers collide inside Chamoli tunnel, Uttarakhand, around 50 injured

Meet Xiao Hong, founder of Manus, Chinese AI start-up acquired by Meta for over USD 2 billion, he is set to join Mark Zuckerberg's company as...

Manus, a Singapore-based platform with some Chinese roots, launched its first general-purpose AI agent earlier this year. The platform offers pai

Guwahati Schools Holidays: Kamrup Metro district announces vacation till January 6 as temperature dips to 6 degrees below normal

Schools in Kamrup Metropolitan district, Assam, are closed until January 6, 2026, due to extreme cold. Daytime temperatures in Guwahati are signi

Shah to Hold Party Meets, Visit Kali Temple on Final Day of Bengal Tour

The visit of Shah, considered the BJP's principal poll strategist, came ahead of the West Bengal Assembly elections

Puducherry's statehood dream remains a dream, a minister stays without portfolio in 2025

Puducherry's statehood aspirations persisted through 2025. The year saw a minister's resignation and a new cabinet member without portfolio. Heav