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Flash floods triggered by heavy rains in Afghanistan kill at least 17 people

Floods also damaged infrastructure in the affected districts, killed livestock, and affected 1,800 families

2 Jan 2026 6:36 am
How long can humans really live? Inside the longevity science boom

The global longevity movement is gaining steam from biohacking to blue zones. Is India ready?

2 Jan 2026 6:00 am
Let food be thy medicine: on nutrition and diet in oncology

Wholesome, nutrient-rich food can both protect from non-communicable diseases such as cancer and also serve as a pillar for recovery from cancer

2 Jan 2026 6:00 am
Judgement, prejudice, misunderstandings: what trans men face when they access healthcare

The healthcare system for trans men and gender-diverse people remains constrained by limited research, poor understanding of their identities, and a one-size-fits-all model of care, say experts

2 Jan 2026 6:00 am
Russia asks U.S. to stop pursuit of fleeing oil tanker: report

Russia made the formal diplomatic request as Trump also seeks to broker a peace deal between Russia and Ukraine.

2 Jan 2026 5:42 am
At least six reported killed during widening protests in Iran sparked by ailing economy

The deaths may mark the start of a heavier-handed response by Irans theocracy over the demonstrations, which have slowed in the capital, Tehran, but expanded elsewhere

2 Jan 2026 5:40 am
Young Palestinian boy drowns in muddy water flooding his Gaza tent camp, UN says

This is the latest child death reported in Gaza as storms, cold weather and flooding worsen already brutal living conditions

2 Jan 2026 5:22 am
2 Jan 2026 5:02 am
Hatchery for Olive Ridley nesting set up at Besant Nagar beach

The facility in Besant Nagar beach is fully operational. Plans are also on to set up hatcheries in Neelankarai, Kovalam, and Pulicat; more of these will come up this nesting season, if required

2 Jan 2026 5:00 am
Venezuela frees 88 more prisoners detained after post-election protests

The New Years Day release follows the governments announcement that it released 99 people on December 26, which would bring a total of 187 people released in two weeks

2 Jan 2026 4:58 am
At least seven bodies recovered, 96 rescued after migrant boat capsizes, Gambia says

It was the latest deadly incident along one of the worlds most dangerous migrant routes frequented mostly by West Africans trying to reach Spain via the Canary Islands

2 Jan 2026 4:50 am
Huge public response to online booking for visit to Victoria Hall

Entry charges have been fixed at 25 for the general public; the time slot for each visit is 90 minutes and up to 60 visitors will be allowed per day

2 Jan 2026 4:44 am
Russia hands to U.S. what it says is proof of attempted Ukrainian strike on Putin residence

Ukraine and Western countries have disputed Russias account of the alleged attempted strike

2 Jan 2026 4:35 am
Australia's Khawaja to retire after fifth Ashes test

The Pakistan-born batter injured his back in the Ashes opener in Perth and missed the second test before initially being dropped from the team for the third in Adelaide

2 Jan 2026 4:25 am
Owaisi advocates enhanced education access and standards in Telangana

I would like to be known for my work in the education field rather than my political speeches, says AIMIM MLA Akbaruddin Owaisi

2 Jan 2026 4:18 am
WTT Youth Contender: 334 players from 10 countries, Feeder Series in Vadodara

The second edition of the WTT Youth Contender, featuring U-11 to U-19 categories, will be held from January 2 to 5, followed by the WTT Feeder Series from January 7 to 11

2 Jan 2026 4:02 am
State records 5.78% growth in net GST collections in December 2025

At 2,652 crore, the collections are the highest-ever for the month of December since the GST regime began in 2017, says official

2 Jan 2026 3:49 am
Approached HC 104 times to hold rallies in West Bengal: BJP leader

Suvendu Adhikari said that interventions by the Calcutta High Court were necessary because the police routinely denied permission purely to stifle opposition voices and crush democratic rights

2 Jan 2026 3:28 am
First time in its history, Bangladesh to try postal ballots in 2026 election

According to the Election Commission of Bangladesh, more than 1.2 million Bangladeshi citizens both living at home and abroad have registered already to cast votes through postal ballot system

2 Jan 2026 3:25 am
ED searches seven locations in Rajasthan in Digi Mudra scam case

The ED initiated investigation based on the first information reports registered by the Special Task Force, Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh, and other police stations in various districts of Rajasthan, Haryana, Odisha and Maharashtra

2 Jan 2026 3:13 am
ED attaches 33.66-crore assets in Birla Emporium-Ira Finance case

The ED probe is based on a First Information Report registered by the police in Manipur, against Yumnam Irabanta Singh, director of Birla Emporium and Ira Finance

2 Jan 2026 2:56 am
Nadia bomb blast victim Tamannas mother hospitalisedin Kolkata after condition deteriorates

Opposition blames government and police for the situation; Trinamool says police taking necessary action

2 Jan 2026 2:54 am
Police act against 130 locals for possessing VPNs on mobile phones in Kashmir

Genuine users were released after detailed device analysis with a strict warning to refrain from VPN usage in the future, the police said

2 Jan 2026 2:45 am
Arunachal celebrates Indias first sunrise of 2026 with Dance of the Dawn

The performance was an artistic narrative through chants, songs, and indigenous rhythms of the Meyor and Mishmi communities, combined with contemporary dance and poetry

2 Jan 2026 2:22 am
Heavy rush at India Gate, traffic snarl as Delhi rings in New Year

People across age groups come out in huge numbers, straining public transportand clogging roads despite heavy policing; high footfall at temples and zoo adds to pressure; Delhi Police officials issue 868 drunk driving challans on New Years eve

2 Jan 2026 1:42 am
Ashes: Usman Khawaja picked as Australia announce squad for Sydney Test against England

In the absence of regular captain Pat Cummins, veteran batter Steve Smith will continue to lead the Australian side

2 Jan 2026 1:42 am
Dope-tainted Reetika dropped; compound archers enter TOPS core group

The list was drastically pruned from 179 to 94 last year, marking the end of the 2024 Paris Olympics cycle. But it has been redrawn to reflect the performances of the past one year

2 Jan 2026 1:22 am
Australia names a spin-heavy squad of 15 players for the T20 World Cup in Sri Lanka and India

Starc has missed just one of the past six ICC's T20 events but retired from the format at the international level late last year

2 Jan 2026 1:02 am
T.N. govt. revises rules on using funds for people hit by mining operations

The rules specify that a minimum of 70% of the District Mineral Trust Fundmust be spent only on directly affected areas, andfor high-priority sectors such as drinking water supply and health care

2 Jan 2026 12:23 am
Let food be thy medicine: on nutrition as component of healing in oncology

Wholesome, nutrient-rich food can both protect from non-communicable diseases such as cancer and also serve as a pillar for recovery from cancer

2 Jan 2026 12:21 am