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Google warns staff with US visas against international travel due to embassy delays

Some US embassies and consulates face visa appointment delays of up to 12 months, says memo

Delhi AQI near severe at 384 as dense fog grips capital

AQI likely to worsen over next two days

Indian Bank cashier gets life term for Rs 1.85 crore fraud; five others sentenced 10 years in Firozabad

FIROZABAD: A local court has sentenced a cashier of an Indian Bank branch to life imprisonment and five others to 10 years' rigorous imprisonment

Meme Wars: Kalyan Fans Take Playful Swipes at Thanuja Supporters

Despite his common man status, a massive wave of fans has been rooting for him across social media.

Aryan Khan Bags First Award, Credits Mom Over Dad-like Trophy Love

While accepting the trophy, he acknowledged that, just like my dad, I love awards, in a light-hearted reference to Shah Rukh Khans well-known aff

Three-Car Pile-Up on PV Expressway Chokes Traffic at Rajendranagar

The accident resulted in a huge gridlock. Several people sustained injuries in the impact

U.S. says it struck Islamic State targets in Syria

Jordanian forces assisted the American troops in carrying out the attack, according to the Central Command.

36 Ex-judges Slam Opposition Move to Impeach Justice Swaminathan

On December 1, Justice Swaminathan held that the Arulmighu Subramania Swamy Temple was duty-bound to light the lamp at the Deepathoon, in additio

J&K: Terror hideout busted in Rajouri; 4 grenades recovered

Rajouri: Security forces recovered four hand grenades after busting a suspected terror hideout in the Gambhir Mughlan area of Rajouri district in

Fortis to acquire Bengaluru-based People Tree Hospital for Rs 430 cr

NEW DELHI, Dec 20: Fortis Healthcare on Saturday said it has inked a pact to acquire Bengaluru-based People Tree Hospital for Rs 430 crore. The

Oil makes a comeback amid transition hype, with India at the centre

NEW DELHI, Dec 20: After years of forecasts predicting an imminent peak in oil demand amid a swift shift to renewables, oil and gas made a quiet

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Bdesh to hold funeral of slain youth leader amid tight security

DHAKA, Dec 20:Bangladesh is set to hold the funeral of prominent youth leader Sharif Osman Hadi on Saturday amid tight security following unrest

CAT 2025 Result Live Updates: Scorecards To Be Out Soon, Direct Link To Download

CAT Result 2025 Live Updates: The final answer keys were released on December 17, following the objection management process conducted between De

Ex-Pak PM Imran Khan, Wife Bushra Bibi Sentenced To 17 Years In Toshakhana Corruption Case

Islamabad, Dec 20: A Pakistani accountability court on Saturday sentenced jailed former prime minister Imran Khan and his wife Bushra Bibi to 17

Traditional Medicine Must Gain Trust Through Science To Expand Reach, Says PM Modi

Addressing the WHO Global Summit on Traditional Medicine here, Modi said strengthening research, use of digital technologies and developing a tru

From Poland to Pavanayi: How Sreenivasans dialogues became Keralas meme currency

There are countless dialogues from films written by Sreenivasan that have become a rage on social media decades after their release

SoftBank races to fulfill $22.5 billion funding commitment to OpenAI by year-end, sources say

The all-in bet on OpenAI is among the biggest yet by SoftBank CEO Masayoshi Son, as the Japanese billionaire seeks to improve his firms position

Taiwan attacker planned assault that killed 3 and injured 11, authorities say

The assaults shocked Taiwan, where violent crime is rare, prompting authorities to step up security at crowded spots and big events, including it

Falsely Accused By Coworker: Taslima Nasreen On Hindu Man's Lynching In Bangladesh

Exiled Bangladeshi author and human rights activist Taslima Nasreen on Saturday claimed that Hindu youth Dipu Chandra Das, who was brutally kille

Meet the Bigg Boss Telugu 9 Winner, Know his Cash Prize

The total winner's prize is Rs 50 lakh.

Ex-Pak PM Imran Khan, Wife Sentenced to 17 Years in Toshakhana Corruption Case

Islamabad, Dec 20: A Pakistani accountability court on Saturday sentenced former prime minister Imran Khan and his wife Bushra Bibi to 17 years i

Ex-Pak PM Imran Khan, Bushra Bibi Sentenced To 17 Years In Toshakhana 2 Case

A Pakistan accountability court on Saturday sentenced jailed former Pakistan prime minister Imran Khan and his wife Bushra Bibi to 17 years impri

Former Pak PM Imran Khan, wife Bushra Bibi sentenced to 17 years in Toshakhana corruption case

Toshakhana corruption case is about alleged fraud in State gifts, which the former first couple received from the Saudi Government in 2021

US Tech Influencer Lamarr Wilson Dies At 48, Cause Of Death Revealed

According to public records from the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner's Office, his death was officially ruled a suicide.

CUET PG 2026 Exam Allows Up To Four City Choices For Students

CUET UG 2026 candidates may select up to four exam cities within their permanent or present state residence. Correction window opens January 18-2

Aditya Dhars Dhurandhar crosses Rs 500 crore mark at box office

New Delhi, Dec 20: Aditya Dhars directorial Dhurandhar, featuring Ranveer Singh in the lead role, has crossed the mark of Rs 500 crore at the dom

Iran executes man accused of espionage for Israel

Tehran: Iran executed on Saturday a man convicted of spying for the Israeli intelligence and army, state media reported. State TV identified the

Hindu Mob Lynching in Bangladesh: Chief Advisor Muhammad Yunus issues BIG statement, says, '7 arrested in...'

In a horrific incident of mob-lynching, a Hindu man, identified as Dipu Chandra Das, a 27-year-old, was killed barbarically due to Blasphemy alle

Imran Khan, Bushra Bibi sentenced to 17 years in Toshakhana corruption case

Islamabad: A Pakistan accountability court on Saturday sentenced jailed former Pakistan prime minister Imran Khan and his wife Bushra Bibi to 17

Goa nightclub fire: Police initiate process for Blue Corner Notice against Khosla who fled to U.K.

Police have so far arrested eight people, including the nightclub owners Saurabh Luthra, Gaurav Luthra, and Ajay Gupta, and five others

Fortis to acquire Bengaluru-based People Tree Hospital for 430 crore

The company has signed definitive agreements for the acquisition of the 125-bedded hospital in Yeshwanthpur, Bengaluru, by way of a 100% acquisit

Video: Man Performs Chin-Ups While Hanging From Bridge Over Busy Highway

In the video, the man, dressed in dark-coloured trousers and a black vest, is seen hanging from a railway bridge that passes over the busy highwa

Telangana HC modifies order on ward delimitation by GHMC

Hyderabad: Telangana High Court on Friday, December 19 modified a previous order regarding the notice on delimitation of wards issued by the Grea

Indias T20 World Cup squad announcement: Shubman Gills form in spotlight ahead of crucial selections

India's T20 World Cup squad selection is imminent, with Shubman Gill's recent form a major talking point. The selectors are also debating between

Bigg Boss Telugu 9 Finale to Feature Unprecedented Cash Offers and Shocking Eliminations

As one of the most talked-about shows on television, the finale episode is set to be a major highlight.

Two Arrested In J&Ks Shopian Under UAPA; Posters Recovered

Shopian, Dec 20: Police have arrested two persons during a night operation in Heerpora area of south Kashmirs Shopian district after recovering i

Fact check: Did Vijay, Rashmika marry secretly this week?

Hyderabad: Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna have long been adored as one of the most loved couples in the industry. Ever since their engag

Strict security cover in Dhaka ahead of Osman Hadis funeral

Dhaka has gone undera strict security cover with multiple arterial roads being blocked to ensure the general public is kept away from mixing with

Goa Nightclub Fire: Cops Initiate Process For Blue Corner Notice Against Khosla Who Fled To UK

Panaji, Dec 20: Goa Police have started the process to secure a Blue Corner Notice against British national Surinder Kumar Khosla, an accused in

NZ vs WI third Test: Kavem Hodges century sees West Indies save follow-on against New Zealand

Hodge shared in an 81-run partnership with Justin Greaves which edged the visitors closer to the follow-on target of 375, and fifty stands with T

Elon Musk wins U.S. court appeal of $56 billion Tesla pay package

Tesla shareholders on November 6 easily approved the latest package, which is tied to a number of performance and valuation targets

Delete Investing Apps Now, Says Parag Parikh's Rajeev Thakkar. Here's Why

Thakkar pointed out that the financial sector remains undervalued despite strong fundamentals.

Have Not Received Complaint Yet: Delhi Police on Assault by Off-Duty Air India Express Pilot

The alleged assault is linked to a dispute over some staff members allegedly cutting the queue at the security checkpoint in Delhi airport

J&K: Two Arrested Under UAPA in Shopian After Incriminating Posters Seized

Shopian, Dec 20: Police arrested two persons during a night operation in the Heerpora area of south Kashmirs Shopian district after recovering in

AI pilot assault: Police aware of matter but yet to receive a complaint; vows action

An Air India Express pilot allegedly assaulted a passenger, Ankit Dewan, at Delhi Airport over a security lane dispute. The Delhi Police stated n

Madhuri Dixit says her younger son Ryan not interested in 'film circus', reveals elder one working at one of largest tech companies

Madhuri Dixit recently opened up about her children's career choices and revealed that her sons Arin and Ryan are not interested in the film indu

Indias Push For Battery Recycling Promises Jobs, Clean Energy And Mineral Security

Recycling and repurposing batteries is a key to reduce dependency on imports for hard-to-obtain metals

Kalyan Paddala or Thanuja: Who Will Lift the Bigg Boss Telugu 9 Trophy?

On social media, most show buffs are predicting a victory for Kalyan Paddala, while Thanuja is widely expected to be the runner-up of the season.

Suryakumar Yadav Needs Just 1 Innings, We Know How Dangerous He Can Be: Tilak Varma

Tilak also described Jasprit Bumrah and Varun Chakravarthy as the team's go-to bowlers

Quote of the day by Drake: No matter how dirty your past is

Aubrey Drake Graham, a Canadian rapper, began his career in acting before venturing into music. He gained recognition for his role on Degrassi: T

Mohammed Shami to spearhead Bengal pace attack in Vijay Hazare Trophy

Kolkata: Out-of-favour India pacer Mohammed Shami, who has been in impressive form on the domestic circuit with 36 wickets across formats, has be

HYDRAA Safeguards 13 Acres of Government Land in Nizampet

The officials reported that parts of the land had already been encroached upon and sought immediate fencing to prevent further illegal occupation

Madhavan Dismisses Rumors of Being Overshadowed by Akshaye Khanna in 'Dhurandhar'

Dhurandhar was released in theaters on December 5, 2025

SIR document verification hearings spark anxiety among Matuas in Bengal

The Matua community in West Bengal is anxious over verification hearings under the SIR, fearing loss of voting rights and uncertainty over their

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Sreenivasan, a Thalassery legend, becomes part of history

Politically aware and inclined towards the arts, Sreenivasan rooted his stories in villages and marinated them in earthy humour

JD-U defends CM Nitish Kumar amid hijab row

New Delhi: Amid the controversy triggered by a viral video allegedly showing Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar removing a womans hijab during a p

May Losar Usher In Peace, Prosperity: Ladakh LG Greets People On Tibetan New Year

Leh, Dec 20: Ladakh Lt Governor Kavinder Gupta on Saturday extended his best wishes to the people on the occasion of Losar, a significant festiva

Anthony Joshua Knocks Out Jake Paul To Win Heavyweight Fight

Two-time world champion Joshua made hard work of defeating his vastly less experienced opponent, but finally made his superior size and power cou

As EV charging expands, start-up comes up with software to fix charger failures

For charger operators, the larger issue is not only installing more stations but understanding why a charger fails. The lack of clarity often lea

Telangana Govt. Accords Nod to Appoint Official as In-charge for PACS

The order will be enforced for six months or till the elections are conducted or until further orders of government whichever is earlier

How Violence Unfolded At Bangladesh Media Offices And The Aftermath

Attackers looted more than 150 computers and laptops, multiple lockers for storing money, cash, and personal belongings from the employees' desks

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Who Was Dipu Chandra Das, Hindu Man Lynched In Bangladesh

Dipu Chandra Das was lynched to death by a mob in Bangladesh's Mymensingh city on Thursday night following allegations of blasphemy, in an incide

Garena Free Fire Max Redeem Codes for December 20, 2025: Todays active codes, rewards and how to claim

Garena Free Fire Max is showering players with daily rewards and tournaments. Unlock exclusive in-game items using special 12-character redeem co

Passenger Says Air India Express Pilot Thrashed Him, Left Him Bloodied. Airline Responds

A SpiceJet passenger alleged he was assaulted by an Air India Express pilot when he objected to the pilot cutting the boarding queue.

Urdunama Podcast | Falsafa in Life: Understanding Iqbals Philosophy of Grief

Iqbals Falsafa-e-Gham sees sorrow as something that sharpens the soul, not breaks it.

Veteran Malayalam actor and director Sreenivasan passes away at 69

Born on April 6, 1956, in Patyam near Thalassery in Kerala's Kannur district, Sreenivasan emerged as one of the most influential voices in Malaya

Anthony Joshua Knocks Out Jake Paul To Win Netflix Boxing Bout

Two-time world champion Joshua made hard work of defeating his vastly less experienced opponent, but finally made his superior size and power cou

'AI in Publishing': CPRG holds dialogue ahead of India-AI Summit 2026

The Centre for Policy Research and Governance recently held a dialogue on AI in publishing. Experts discussed technology's impact on reading habi

Sreenivasan: the satirist who made Kerala laugh, think, and remember

Known for his sharp political commentary and memorable characters, Sreenivasans work, including collaborations with notable filmmakers like Priya

Nita Ambani stuns in classic ivory-gold Kanjivaram saree with statement gold jewellery at event, SEE pics

Nita Ambani looked elegant at the DAIS annual day in an ivory and gold Kanjivaram saree, paired with gold jewellery, subtle makeup, and a classic

Renowned Malayalam actor-filmmaker Sreenivasan, passes away | LIVE Updates

He had been ailing for some time owing to cardiac and other ailments

Benefit must go to animals not commercial ventures: SC

The Supreme Court agrees to hear pleas on the elephant corridor in the Sigur plateau

CAT Result 2025 Live Updates: Scorecards to be out soon at iimcat.ac.in; check live updates

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Rkive and the art of repair

Ritwik Khanna opens a repair shop in Mumbai to gamify the concept of recycling clothes. Plus, his Mayo College show that merged craft, waste and

Canara Bank cuts repo-linked lending rate by 25 bps

The bank said the reduction directly reflects the RBIs repo rate cut and will benefit customers through lower EMIs and potentially shorter loan t

NCC cadets of Jyoti Nivas College undertake adventure trek and cleanliness drive at Siddara Betta

An integral part of the activity was a Swachh Bharat Abhiyan, during which cadets cleaned the trekking route by removing plastic waste

'Save Aravalli campaign' floods X: Why has the Supreme Court's ruling on Aravallis mountain range triggered an alarm and why experts call it 'death warrant'? Explained

'Save Aravalli campaign' has flooded social media platforms after the Supreme Court accepted the Centre's new definition which establishes a new

Cold Persists Across J&K As Cloudy Skies Linger; Snowfall Likely In Higher Reaches

SRINAGAR, Dec 20: Jammu and Kashmir continued to reel under cold weather conditions on Friday night as cloud cover and occasional rain prevailed

AI-Generated of Naved Akram With Indian Defences Capt Kothari Viral as Real

AI-detection tool Hive Moderation concluded that the image was created using AI.

National Medical Commission Publishes PG Medical College Seat Details 2025-26

Postgraduate medical seat details for 2025-26 academic year released by NMC with a verification process for medical institutions.

EU's Russian asset grab is daylight 'robbery', alleges Putin

Putin responded to 77 questions during the combined Direct Line Q&A session and year-end press conference, fielded both from journalists and live

Power of Democracy: Tribal Woman, Once Bonded Labour, Now Sarpanch

Lingamma, an illiterate in her 40s, spent decades as bonded labour in the Nallamala forests in the district since her childhood before being resc

SC gives protection to Bulandshahr girl and her mother

The Supreme Court swiftly responded to a young advocate's tearful plea, who alleged her uncle was harassing her and her mother over ancestral pro

U.S. denies visas to Honduran electoral officials amid election chaos

Honduras presidential election took place on November 30 but nearly three weeks later there is still no clarity on who will be the countrys next

UP Police conduct verification drive in Muzaffarnagar riots victims colony to identify illegal immigants

MUZAFFARNAGAR: Muzaffarnagar (UP), Dec 20 (PTI) Police have carried out door-to-door verification in a Muzaffarnagar riots victims' colony in Kai

Honduras on edge as vote count drags into third week

Salvador Nasralla leads the count by just a few thousand votes, but this could well change with nearly 500,000 ballots affected by the recount th