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A Sakthivel takes charge as AEPC Chairman for historic fifth term

He has been a board member of AEPC for the last 43 years, says a release from AEPC

Nearly 20 kg heroin recovered in Punjab, four accused apprehended

An FIR has been registered under the NDPS Act, and the investigation is underway to identify cross-border handlers, trace supply routes, and dism

Watch: Japanese chef cooks Hyderabadi Biryani for Ram Charan

Hyderabad: Love for Hyderabadi Biryani among Tollywood actors is no secret, with stars like Mahesh Babu, Jr NTR, Nani and Ram Charan often expres

Sonia Gandhi admitted to Sir Ganga Ram Hospital for routine check-up

Hospital sources described the admission as routine, noting that Gandhi has a history of chronic cough and frequently visits the hospital for med

Rashmika Mandanna, Vijay Deverakonda spotted together at Hyderabad airport, amid wedding rumours: See viral video

Rashmika Mandanna and Vijay Deverakonda were spotted together at Hyderabad airport after a holiday in Italy, sparking excitement and wedding rumo

Madras HC division bench upholds ruling allowing lighting of deepam on Thirupparankundram hill

The division bench, comprising Justices G Jayachandran and K K Ramakrishnan, clarified that the location of the stone pillar known as Deepathoon

Historic Financial Reset for Delhi: Delhi government under the leadership of CM Rekha Gupta signs transformational MoU with RBI

Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, who also holds the Finance portfolio in the Delhi Government, described the MoU as a transformational milestone and a

Africa Cup of Nations: Salah stars again for Egypt, Nigeria routs Mozambique to reach QFs

Victor Osimhen and Ademola Lookman starred as Nigeria routed Mozambique

Madras HC upholds ruling allowing lighting of deepam on Thiruparankundram hill

Chennai: The Madurai Bench of the Madras High Court on Tuesday upheld an earlier order directing that the traditional Karthigai Deepam be lit on

Budget 2026 puts Indias data centre backbone at the centre of its AI ambitions

India's ambition of becoming a leading global player in artificial intelligence needs a strong policy push in data centre development. The upcomi

ONGC Expert Teams Rush In as Mori Gas Well Blaze Intensity Drops

A massive jet fire of up to 20 metres height and 25 metres width was ignited around 12:40 pm on January 5 near Mori and Irusumanda villages after

School holiday alert: Winter vacations extended across Delhi, UP, Haryana, Bihar, Rajasthan and other states due to severe cold wave

School Holidays: A severe cold wave has prompted several Indian states to temporarily close schools, prioritising student safety amid extreme tem

Sonia Gandhi Admitted To Delhis Ganga Ram Hospital, Say Sources

NEW DELHI, Jan 6: Congress leader Sonia Gandhi has been admitted to the Sir Ganga Ram Hospital here, sources said on Tuesday. She is doing fine a

Expert teams arriving from Delhi, Mumbai to douse gas well blaze in Andhra

Mori: The ONGC expert teams are arriving from Mumbai and Delhi to douse the gas well blaze here in Dr BR Ambedkar Konaseema district, an official

Progress for Ukraine talks in Paris uncertain with U.S. focus shifting to Venezuela

Ukraines allies are meeting in Paris to discuss security guarantees after a potential ceasefire with Russia

Apples iPhone exports from India cross USD 50 billion

New Delhi: US tech giant Apple achieved a major milestone under Indias smartphone productionlinked incentive (PLI) scheme, with the companys iPho

Services PMI at 11-month low in December on lower new orders and output

The report added that, while firms remained upbeat about growth prospects, the overall sentiment fell to its lowest level in nearly three-and-a-h

Sonia Gandhi admitted to Delhi's Ganga Ram hospital: Reports

Sonia Gandhi hospitalised: It is a routine admission, but she has this problem of chronic cough, and she keeps coming for check-ups, especially w

Madras High Court upholds order allowing Karthigai Deepam at Thirupparankundram Deepathoon

The Madras High Court has permitted the lighting of Karthigai Deepam on a stone pillar atop Thiruparankundram hillock. A division bench affirmed

After Maduro capture, Trumps tough talk evokes a return to the days of American imperialism

WASHINGTON, January 6, 2026 (AP) President Donald Trump hasnt minced words about the larger message hes trying to send the world with the U.S. m

ISRO invites proposals from Indian scientists to analyse data from Aditya-L1 mission

At present there are more than 23 TB data in public domain and several important scientific results have been published in International peer rev

Priyank Kharge calls RSS iggest impediment to nation's growth after court issues notice in defamation case

Karnataka Minister Priyank Kharge has labelled the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh as a major obstacle to India's progress. He claims legal actions a

$8 billion AI startup Harvey co-founders still living with roommate in San Francisco's Silicon Valley and the reason will surprise you

Co-founders of Harvey, now valued at $8 billion, Winston Weinberg and Gabe Pereyra live together with another roommate despite being billionaires

Madras HC Allows Lamp Lighting Atop Thiruparankundram Hill

The Court also criticised the mischievous submission made by some that the stone pillar belongs to dargah.

Madras HC Upholds Single-Judge Directive to Light Karthigai Lamp Atop Thiruparankundram Hill

The Court also criticised the mischievous submission made by some that the stone pillar belongs to dargah.

Rumours fly: Kartik Aaryan dating an 18-year-old? Goa pics viral

Mumbai: Social media, especially Reddit, has a knack for uncovering what might be brewing in celebrities personal lives, and this time, Bollywood

Punjab: Nearly 20 Kg Heroin Recovered, Four Accused Apprehended

CHANDIGARH, Jan 6: In a major crackdown on trans-border smuggling, the Anti-Narcotics Task Force along with with the Border Security Force recove

An Intimate Evening of Soulful Song with Kavita Seth

Kavita Seth is best known for her distinctive, contemplative voice and a body of work that bridges classical training and contemporary relevance.

AI copyright battles enter pivotal year as US courts weigh fair use

After a string of fresh lawsuits and a landmark settlement in 2025, the new year promises to bring a wave of rulings that could define how U.S. c

Southern Ontario braces for freezing shower, snow and rain as tricky winter system moves in

Southern Ontario braces for a volatile weather system bringing a mix of freezing rain, snow, and rain. Fluctuating temperatures near the freezing

Slogans At JNU Against PM After Umar Khalid Denied Bail, BJP Reacts

Controversial slogans directed at Prime Minister Narendra Modi echoed on the campus of Delhi's Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) on Monday after

Indias services sector growth hits 11-month low in December, PMI shows

BENGALURU, Jan 6 (Reuters) Indias services sector expansion slowed to its weakest pace in 11 months in December as new business growth eased and

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Umar Khalid verdict: JNU students raise controversial slogans against PM Modi, Amit Shah

At Jawaharlal Nehru University, students rallied in response to the Supreme Court's ruling involving Umar Khalid and Sharjeel Imam. Chants report

Dell revives XPS brand with new laptops to boost PC market share

Dell unveiled its thinnest laptops yet, XPS 14 and XPS 16, with plans to launch an even lighter XPS 13 later this year

ONGC Oil Well Fire Rages For 2nd Day In Andhra, People Shifted To Camps

For the second consecutive day, a massive gas blowout at ONGCs Mori-5 well in Andhra Pradeshs Dr BR Ambedkar Konaseema district continued to rage

Exclusive - Reincarnation, Transmigration, Coincidences: Amitav Ghosh On Multiverse Called Earth

Reincarnation is a phenomenon that occurs and transmigration of souls has been acknowledged by the Greeks and Buddhists, renowned author Amitabh

Falcon MD Amar Deep Arrested in 850-Crore Digital Investment Scam

Accused held in Mumbai after returning from Gulf; Telangana Police intensify probe into app-based fraud

Lamp Can Be Lit On Hilltop: High Court Upholds Order In Deepam Row

The case arose from a petition filed by Hindu Tamil Party leader Rama Ravikumar, seeking directions to light the Karthigai Deepam (lamp) at the h

UP SIR Draft Voter List out today: How to check your name from home and what to do if it is missing?

UP SIR draft voter list will be released today, January 6, 2026, revealing the deletions. Voters have until February 6 to file claims for missing

Delhi: Fire at metro staff quarters claims lives of three, including 10-year-old girl child, investigation underway

The deceased have been identified as Ajay (42), Neelam (38), and their 10-year-old daughter, Janhvi. The fire brigade team found the charred bodi

SC grants bail to former Amtek Group chairman Arvind Dham in Rs 2,700-crore bank fraud case

The Supreme Court has granted bail to former Amtek Group chairman Arvind Dham in a Rs 2,700-crore bank fraud case. Previously, the Delhi High Cou

Meenakshi Chaudhary Dismisses Marriage Rumours

Anaganaga Oka Raju, starring Naveen Polishetty in the lead, will be released in theatres on January 14.

Umar Khalid Verdict: JNU Students Raise Controversial Slogans Against PM, Shah

New Delhi, Jan 6: A group of JNU students raised controversial slogans against Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah ins

CIA concludes regime loyalists best suited to lead Venezuela after Maduro, sources say

The assessment was one reason why Trump decided to back Nicolas Maduro's Vice President, Delcy Rodriguez, instead of Opposition leader Mara Corin

Manipur on edge as NIA probes twin blasts in Bishnupur

The NIA has assumed charge of probing twin blasts in Manipurs Bishnupur district that injured two people. The explosions heightened tensions in t

Lexar and the Argentina National Football Team Unite to Preserve the Moments That Define Champions

A partnership built on the champion legacy of the Argentine National Football Team and Lexars 30 years of trusted storage innovation.

Snow Accumulation Blocks Mughal Road, Clearance Work Underway

Shopian, Jan 6: The historic Mughal Road continues to remain closed for vehicular traffic following overnight snowfall in the higher reaches, off

Mexico downplays likelihood of US military action against drug cartels

Nonetheless, many expect more such threats as a way to extract more concessions from Mexico

What led to HNLCs life threat to VPP supremo Ardent Basaiawmoit?

SHILLONG, Jan 5: The recent threat issued by the banned Hynniewtrep National Liberation Council (HNLC) against Voice of the People Party (VPP) pr

Who is Barry Pollack? Lawyer representing Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro in US court, previously famous for...

Venezuelan leader Nicols Maduro has hired high-profile US lawyer Barry J. Pollack to defend him against federal charges, including narco-terroris

Maduro, wife accuse US of `abduction`; pleads not guilty at first US court heari

After the military operation to arrest Maduro, US President Donald Trump said, We`re in charge.

Nikitha Godishala's father BIG claim on accused Arjun Sharma, says, 'Not ex-boyfriend...'

Hyderabad-born Nikitha Godishala, 27, was found dead with stab wounds in Columbia, Maryland. Her father denied that the accused, Arjun Sharma, wa

Indias Homebound in Oscars, Martin Scorsese says he was deeply moved by story

Mumbai: As Ishaan Khatter and Vishal Jethwas film Homebound is racing closer to Oscar, legendary filmmaker Martin Scorsese has said he was deeply

Indias Homebound in Oscars, Martin Scorsese says he was deeply moved by story

Mumbai: As Ishaan Khatter and Vishal Jethwas film Homebound is racing closer to Oscar, legendary filmmaker Martin Scorsese has said he was deeply

New portable device detects food allergies and gluten with lab-level accuracy

The new device provides a simple, reliable, and accessible preventive solution to a major public-health challenge

Maduro summoned to New York court on narco-terrorism charges

As a criminal defendant, Maduro will have the same rights as any other person accused of a crime, including the right to a trial by a jury of reg

CIA assessed Venezuelas post-Maduro future ahead of U.S. operation

A classified CIA report explored Venezuela's leadership after Nicolas Maduro. This analysis guided President Trump's decisions on potential milit

No Russian oil expected in January, none come in the last three weeks: Reliance Industries

This statement comes after the November 20, 2025, announcement by the company that it had halted the import of Russian oil for its export-oriente

Jimmy Kimmel honoured at Critics Choice Awards, uses speech to poke fun at Trump

Kimmel recently signed an agreement with Disney extending Jimmy Kimmel Live through 2027.

Smart glasses find purpose among blind users

The most popular smart glasses are Meta's AI glasses, which come in Ray-Ban or Oakley styles and can describe what's in front of the user through

'Basically zero, garbage': Renowned mathematician Joel David Hamkins declares AI Models useless for solving math. Here's why

One of the world's biggest mathematicians Joel David Hamkins has slammed AI models used for solving mathematics and called them basically zero an

BJP and allies targeting Waqf Board, vote them out: Owaisi at Maharashtra civic polls rally

Asaduddin Owaisi has accused the ruling BJP and its allies of targeting Muslim religious institutions with the Waqf Act. He urged voters in Nande

'Hum bhi 6 saal ghar hi baith...': Neha Dhupia MOCKS Akshaye Khanna's comeback with Dhurandhar? Actress says 'I do get anxiety when...'

Neha Dhupia opened up about having anxiety about having no work, limited opportunities, and then comparing it to the lull phase of Akshaye Khanna

Pakistans Punjab police book singer over song linked to former PM Imran Khan

Police have booked Faraz Amjad Khan and his team members for singing a song titled Qaidi No 804 during a government-sponsored cultural event in L

Probe into Manipur twin blasts handed over to NIA

Two persons were injured in the consecutive explosions that rocked Ngaukon in the Phougakchao police station area January 5

Stock markets trade lower in early trade as selling in Reliance Industries, HDFC Bank dents sentiment

Reliance Industries, Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles, Eternal, HDFC Bank, and Adani Ports were also among the laggards

Telangana cops arrest Falcon Ponzi Scheme mastermind from Mumbai

Hyderabad: The alleged mastermind of the Falcon Ponzi Scheme, Amardeep Kumar, was caught by immigration authorities at Mumbai airport on Monday.

Researchers create photocatalyst turning carbon dioxide into fuel

The findings of the study have been published in the prestigious Journal of Materials Science

ONGC Mori-5 Well Fire Intensity Drops, Blowout Continues on Day 2

ONGC says nearly 23% reduction in flame intensity as pressure eases; firefighting and evacuation efforts continue

Flames Subside Slightly at Mori-5 Oil Well Blowout in Konaseema

ONGC says nearly 23% reduction in flame intensity as pressure eases; firefighting and evacuation efforts continue

Indore diarrhoea outbreak: 11 in ICU, 20 new cases detected in Bhagirathpura

According to officials, 398 patients had been admitted to hospitals so far following the outbreak

Pune: Suresh Kalmadi passes away after prolonged illness at 81

According to information released by his office, Kalmadis mortal remains will be kept at his residence, Kalmadi House in Erandwane, until 2 pm on

What China wants: A world split in two

America's actions in Venezuela are viewed by China as a move towards spheres of influence. This aligns with China's desired global order. The US

Sudha Chandran reacts to trolling after emotional Jagran video goes viral: 'I'm not here to...'

Sudha Chandran faced trolling after her emotional Jagran video went viral. Responding calmly, she said faith is personal, needs no explanation an

Mercedes to offer autonomous driving tech for U.S. city streets

Investors still view autonomous technology as a potential long-term revenue driver for automakers

Siddaramaiah: Metamorphosis of Janata Parivar man into longest serving CM of K'taka from Congress

Siddaramaiah is set to become Karnataka's longest-serving Chief Minister. He equals Devaraj Urs' record of 2,792 days in office. This marks a sig

WhatsApp, email summons allowed in cheque bounce cases: Uttarakhand HC

Dehradun: The Uttarakhand High Court has ordered that the state can now issue a summons in a cheque bounce case via email and WhatsApp. According

Rupee rises 18 paise to 90.12 against U.S. dollar in early trade

U.S. President Donald Trump's remarks on tariffs on India, FII outflows, and sustained weak sentiments at the domestic equity markets capped shar

SC dismisses petitions against Harish Rao in phone-tapping case

Hyderabad: The Supreme Court has dismissed petitions filed by the state government against Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) leader and former ministe

Steve Sheetz, who popularized convenience stores as a CEO, dies at 77

Stephen G. Sheetz, instrumental in growing his family's convenience store into a widespread chain known for its coffee, food, and gas, has died a

Happy Siddaramaiah Becomes Longest-Serving CM of Karnataka: Shivakumar

On speculation about his own political future, Shivakumar said he has risen from a village background to his present position and asked reporters

Delhi AQI remains poor, shallow fog observed

The Air Quality Early Warning System indicated that the Delhis air is expected to remain in the poor to very poor range over the next six days

TV makers tout AI upgrades at CES, as smartphone threat looms

One way for TV makers to protect or increase revenue when unit sales don't rise is to get people to buy ever larger and smarter screens, at a hig

Thai army says Cambodia border strike wounds soldier, violates truce

Thailand's army said Cambodian forces violated a 10-day-old truce on Tuesday, bombarding a border province with mortars that wounded one soldier.

AR Rahman's Background Scores That Spoke Louder Than Dialogues

The Mozart of Madras composes scores in such a way that they convey emotions words can't touch.

Delhi-NCR shivers under cold wave, AQI remains 'poor', dense fog disrupts flight operations at IGI airport

According to CPCB readings, Delhi's overall Air Quality Index (AQI) was 288, placing it in the 'poor' category. Several hotspots recorded even hi

Danish PM says US takeover of Greenland would mark end of NATO

Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen declared that a US takeover of Greenland would signal the end of NATO, responding to President Trump's re

SIR: Draft electoral rolls of UP to be published; parties, public to get access

The Election Commission of India (ECI) announced that the draft electoral rolls of Uttar Pradesh will be published on Tuesday, January 6, marking