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J&K | Man Held With Fake Currency Worth 86,000 In Pampore

Srinagar, Dec 26: Police arrested a 27-year-old man from Pampore in South Kashmir Pulwama district and recovered Fake Indian Currency Notes (FICN

Lexus LM 350h Clocks Strong Growth As Demand Rises For Ultra-Luxury MPVs

Growing preference for Toyota's luxury variant from tier-1 cities

Ancient Stone Sculpture of Goddess Durga Unearthed from River Jhelum

The sculpture was recovered on Thursday by local fisherman Nazir Ahmad Latoo, a resident of Baramullas Shaltang, Zogyar village

New Assembly Secretary assumes charge

UIDAI opens States first Aadhaar Seva Kendra in Madurai

Zero drugs policy during NY fete: Hyderabad Police Commissioner

Hyderabad areas to face 36-hour drinking water supply disruption

Hyderabad: Residents in several parts of Hyderabad are set to experience a 36-hour disruption in the drinking water supply. The disruption is due

As a son, Ill take pride in my fathers achievements: KTR

BRS working president says he too could get down to street language level, if need be

Ixigos Great Indian Travel Index: OTT shows boost local tourism

New Delhi: Indias popular OTT shows are doing more than driving viewership they are putting the Northeast firmly on the travel map as flight boo

Jawan actor Viraj Gehlani joins forces with Surya Kumar Yadav, Sunil Chhetri for..., applauds unsung heroes in...: 'Ab tak process hi kar raha hu'

Viraj Gelani along with Surya Kumar Yadav, Sunil Chhetri and Param Vir Chakra awardee Major Sanjay Kumar attended the inaugural ceremony of Navi

Dharmasthala case: Court to decide on SITs report on December 29

Award for V.D. Satheesan

Will not allow BJP to create communal disharmony in T.N., says Stalin

CM inaugurates the Integrated Collectorate complex at Veeracholapuram near Kallakurichi

Roll back fare hike, SUCI(C) urges Railways

Socialist Unity Centre of India (Communist) members stage a demonstration in front of Dharwad Railway Station

Electoral roll observer reviews SIR exercise in Krishnagiri

Why a walk through Jew Town, Mattancherry, is full of surprises

Synagogue Lane in Jew Town, Mattancherry, never fails to surprise a curious walkers. Every visit as ituncovers antique trails, historic Jewish ho

Centre redresses over 800 long-pending grievances at Pension Adalat

A Pension Adalat successfully resolved over 800 long-pending grievances for central government pensioners. The event, held at the Indian Institut

Sisters battling depression end life over pet dogs illness in Lucknow

Lucknow: Two sisters battling depression and distressed over their pet dogs illness have allegedly died by suicide after consuming phenyl at thei

A new retirement fear is spreading: Why many Americans worry they will have to work again

Many Americans feel unsure about retirement as savings stay low and living costs stay high. Younger workers feel the most pressure because they d

Is stock market open today, Friday, Dec. 26? NYSE and Nasdaq trading hours following Christmas Day 2025

Is the Stock Market Open Today? The primary US stock exchanges, including the NYSE and Nasdaq, are operating under a standard schedule today, Fri

ED probes radical preacher who allegedly drew salary from UP govt even after becoming British citizen

The Enforcement Directorate has registered a money laundering case against Maulana Shamsul Huda Khan, a UK-based radical Islamic preacher from Ut

Syria: 8 killed, 21 injured in bombing at Mosque in Homs during Friday prayers

Preliminary investigations indicate that explosive devices were planted inside the mosque.

Sharon Verma's 'Free Palestine' Joke Sparks Controversy, Comedian Faces Backlash

The exchanges have polarised responses, with many users interpreting the clip differently based on their perspectives on comedy and social commen

Being Attacked Because We Are Hindus: NDTV's Ground Report From Bangladesh

Hindus in Bangladesh's troubled capital Dhaka in an exclusive conversation with NDTV's Ankit Tyagi, who is at ground zero, narrated the horrors t

Year Ender 2025 Special: From 'Japanese Walking' to 'Oatzempic', fitness and diet trends that broke the internet

In 2025, fitness and eating habits shifted towards long-term health. Japanese walking, Hyrox-style races, and power training became widely popula

8 Killed, 18 Injured In Bombing At Mosque In Syria During Friday Prayers

An explosion hit worshippers at a mosque in a predominantly Alawite area of Syria's Homs on Friday, state media said, killing at least eight in t

The anti-trend shift transforming Indias New Year party dressing

From rewearing heirlooms to embracing texture over glitter, Indian partywear is moving away from spectacle and toward self-directed, grounded dre

Opinion: Opinion | Jana Nayagan vs. Parasakthi: The Politics Playing Out On Tamil Nadu's Screens

This is not merely a contest between two films; it is a proxy battle for political space, symbolism, and supremacy.

Mysuru temple to distribute more than 2 lakh laddus on New Year's day

Top 10 Tamil films of 2025: Madras Matinee, Naangal, Bison, and more

From Angammal and Madras Matinee to Tourist Family and Bad Girl, here is a list of our top 10 Tamil films of the year

Rosemary For Hair Fall: How Effective Is It? 4 Ways To Use

Amidst the myriad of solutions available, rosemary has emerged as a natural remedy for its potential benefits for hair health.

Two men killed as unauthorised well caves in at Kil Kotagiri in Tamil Nadu

CAT-2025 Karnataka topper wants to join IIMB

Minimum wages in 2026: See which states are raising pay, and who is stuck at $7.25

US minimum wage 2026: Workers in 2026 face differing minimum wage outcomes based on location. Nineteen states will see pay hikes on January 1. Ca

Social Security 2026: 10 critical things every American saver and retiree must know

Big changes hit Social Security and retirement in 2026. These updates touch every saver and retiree across America. Social Security benefits rise

NYT Connections hints answers today December 26 puzzle #929: Clues, categories, solutions and tips

NYT Connections hints answers today December 26 puzzle #929 are here. Discover the categories, clues, and full solutions for todays game. This gu

Fugitives will be brought back to face Indian courts: MEA on Lalit Modi and Vijay Mallya

Fishing community offers prayers to Sea Goddess during Gangamma Jathara in memory of 2004 tsunami

Women carry kalasas to Lawsons Bay Beach in Vizag, thanking the deity for sparing the city during the disaster

Academy of Comparative Philosophy and Religion plans competitions

Mumbais Raghuvanshi stretchered off with injury during Vijay Hazare Trophy match

After investigations, he was discharged from the hospital. The doctors examined him, and all reports were normal. He suffered a concussion, but i

Punes Chakan, Ranjangaon, Khed belts add 215 units, create 25,500 jobs

Building on this momentum, the PMRDA is preparing a 33,700 crore master plan to drive integrated industrial and urban development, with initial p

How the end of H-1B lottery is a correction that will benefit talented Indian students

Delhi schools resume offline classes as air quality improves; check details

Classes for students up to Class 5 will be held in a hybrid mode. Check details below.

Pak drama Meri Zindagi Hai Tu: Hania and Bilals fee per episode

Islamabad: Pakistani drama Meri Zindagi Hai Tu continues to remain one of the most talked-about shows among Urdu and Hindi-speaking audiences wor

Goa nightclub fire: Court extends police custody of Luthra brothers till December 29

Their initial 10-day remand expired on Friday (December 26)

Hostilities Against Minorities in Bangladesh Matter of Concern: India

New Delhi also reacted cautiously to the homecoming of Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) acting chairman Tarique Rahman saying it should be seen

'They made my son wait 11 years': Obamacare failure exposed at fiery Senate hearing

Devotee Donates Thanjavur-style Ram Idol Worth Rs 30 Crore To Ayodhya Temple

An anonymous donor gifted a magnificent gold idol worth Rs 25-30 crore to the Ayodhya Ram Temple.

Drunk driver drags motorcycle for half a kilometre in serial accident on ORR

According to the FIR, the incident occurred around 7.15 p.m. on Wednesday (December 24) near the Sumanahalli flyover, when Rohith was returning h

Congress alleges corruption, administrative failure in BMC; releases 'chargesheet'

Mumbai Congress president Varsha Gaikwad claimed that the BMC, which has been without elected representatives for more than three years, has fail

'A good friend of India': Tharoor explains why Hasina should stay

A kind deck

Both vulnerable, South deals

Zebu Films gives an Indian touch to Santa Claus with an animated music video

The music video, Santhu Baba, has home-grown Santa Claus who spreads joy and extends friendship

Preparing MBAs for AI-driven risk: Integrating climate data, analytics and regulation in the classroom

NRCB-Ainthinai programme promotes entrepreneurship among tribal farmers

Coal Ministry notifies rules doing away with CCO nod for opening, restarting coal mines

The coal ministry expects the notified rules would help save up to two months of time towards quicker operationalisation of a mine.

New Mayors Elected in Kerala

Congress leaders V K Minimol, Niji Justin, P Indira and A K Hafeez elected Mayors of Kochi, Thrissur, Kannur and Kollam; O Sadashivan of CPM in K

Who is Ryan Wedding and why have Mexican authorities raided his homes?

Mexican authorities have seized Olympic medals, luxury motorcycles, and drugs in raids targeting a former Olympian, believed to be Canadian fugit

No smell, no warning: Neurologist lists red flags during hot showers, says step out immediately if you have these symptoms

A neurologist has issued a public warning about the hidden danger of carbon monoxide exposure while taking hot showers, particularly in bathrooms

China Imposed Sanctions Against 20 U.S Defense Related Companies

The sanctions entail freezing the companies assets in China and banning individuals and organizations from dealing with them

China sanctions 20 US defence firms over Trumps Taiwan arms sales

Beijing: China on Friday imposed sanctions on 20 US defence firms in response to the Trump administrations approval of a record USD 11.1 billion

Home interiors and real estate in 2025: Indias transformative year

Luxury, sustainability, technology and thoughtful interiors converged to reshape countrys housing this year

Video: Wild Boar Mauls Forest Officer, Strikes With Sticks Don't Help

A forest department officer was injured after a wild boar attacked him during a rescue operation in Uttar Pradesh's Badaun district on Friday.

SIT Completes Second Interrogation of Phone-Tapping Witness Aara Mastan

Mastan believes the probe is nearing its conclusion

This 2026 Social Security change could take money from you, but one fix may cushion the blow

In 2026, Social Security rules are changing again. Some workers may pay higher payroll taxes because the income tax limit is rising. At the same

Opinion: Blog | Rahul vs Priyanka? Not Really

The rumours about apower struggle within the Congress may just be that: rumours. For now, there is no vacancy in the Congress.

China sanctions 20 U.S. defence firms over Trumps Taiwan arms sales

The Foreign Ministry in a statement warned that any attempt to provoke China on the Taiwan issue would be met with a firm response

MEA reacts to unremitting hostility against minorities in Bangladesh, calls it deeply concerning

On Thursday, Bangladeshi media reported the killing of another Hindu youth, identified as 29-year-old Amrit Mondal, who was allegedly lynched by

Top news of the day: Unremitting hostilities against minorities in Bangladesh matter of grave concern, says MEA; Protest outside Delhi HC over bail in Unnao rape case

The major news headlines of the day and more.

8 benefits of eating 2 eggs a day

Two eggs daily deliver high-quality protein, choline for brain health, antioxidants for eye protection, and nutrients that boost muscle, heart he

Korean Star Lee Je-hoon Says India Cinema Influences His Movie Choices

From working in independent films to bagging leading roles in mainstream movie projects like Escape, actor Lee Je-hoon is thriving in the Korean

Expecting a big raise in 2026? New forecasts say most workers will be disappointed

US salary increase forecast: Workers hoping for significant pay hikes in 2026 may need to adjust expectations. Employers are predicted to maintai

Assam school vandalism: CM Himanta Biswa Sarma says those behind Nalbari Christmas attack arrested

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced the arrest of individuals involved in the vandalism of Christmas preparations at St. Mary's Sc

Janhvi Kapoor reacts strongly to 'barbaric' lynching of Dipu Chandra Das in Bangladesh: 'This kind of hypocrisy will...'

We will continue to cry about things half way across the globe while our own brothers and sisters are burnt to death. Communal discrimination and

Tripura Assembly Speaker Biswa Bandhu Sen dies; PM Modi, others express grief

Agartala, Dec 26:After undergoing medical treatment for over four months at a private hospital in Bengaluru, Tripura Legislative Assembly Speaker

Doctor Lists Best Nuts For Healthy Snacking This Holiday Season

Nuts are an excellent choice for healthy snacking due to their rich nutritional profile and various health benefits.

6 silent symptoms your body is high on iron

Iron overload, medically termed haemochromatosis, creeps up silently as the body stashes excess iron in organs and joints. Catching these telltal

Govt Eyes Next Round of Bank Mergers; Consolidation Plan Likely in Budget 2026-27

Union finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman recently said that India needs many big, world-class banks

Gujarat regains 'Tiger State' status after 33 years as NTCA confirms resident tiger

AHMEDABAD: After 33 years, Gujarat has officially reclaimed its 'Tiger State' identity as the National Tiger Conservation Authority (NTCA) confir

UP Government Makes Newspaper Reading Mandatory In Schools. Here's Why

The Department of Basic Education emphasised that the initiative is designed to foster intellectual growth and awareness of current affairs among

Dosas and Yoga: South Korean Star Lee Min-ki Vacations in South India

Lee's photos quickly went viral, racking up likes from fans back home and with K-drama enthusiasts in India

Evening news wrap: India slams attacks on minorities in Bangladesh; Centre defers GST cut on air purifiers & more

India condemned recent violence against minorities in Bangladesh, demanding justice for a Hindu youth's killing. The Centre postponed a GST cut o

Salman as Joey? This Bollywood FRIENDS video is trending online

Even after all these years, FRIENDS still feels fresh. The jokes, the coffee shop hangouts, the messy love lives, and the comfort of friendship k

Why silver price is rising and will it continue to move upward in coming weeks? Here's what investors should do now

Why silver price is rising and will it continue to move upward in coming weeks is driven by supply gaps, industrial demand, rate cut hopes, and g

Before You Stop Your SIP, Read This!

Stopping SIPs breaks compounding, misaligns goals, and misses buying cheaper units during market dips; consider reducing or pausing amounts inste

'India fully committed to fugitives' return': MEA on Lalit Modi and Vijay Mallya; video of duo partying in London went viral

Samsung Innovation Campus Strengthens Future-Tech Skilling In Andhra

750 students certified under the programme in AI and Coding & Programming in Visakhapatnam at Vignan College and DIET College

Why Indian Forces Lost 72 Fighter Jet Pilots Without Any War in Last 26 Years

Analysis of aircraft losses in Indian Armed Forces since Independence reveals fighter jets are one of the most fatal

Over 100 Gujarati youths trapped in Myanmar, forced to involve in cybercrimes

AHMEDABAD: What began as a dream of well-paying foreign jobs has turned into a horrifying ordeal for more than 100 youths from Gujarat, who are n

India Conveys Concern to US Over Cancellation of H-1B Visa Interviews

The interviews of thousands of H-1B visa applicants scheduled from the middle of this month in India have been abruptly postponed by several mont