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A college makes it to the number 2 position on eBird checklist leaders list for Chennai in 2025

A culture of birding on the campus and consistently generating citizen-science data about birds are the reasons why Stella Maris College is where

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy holds talks with NATO, EU leaders ahead of talks with Trump, urges them for 'strong positions' against Putin

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy held a video conference with NATO and European Union leaders, after arriving in Canada, ahead of key talk

Putin sends BIG warning to Ukraine ahead of Trump-Zelenskyy meeting, says, 'Russia would resolve all goals of its by...'

The statement came after a massive overnight barrage in which Russia launched around 500 drones and 40 missiles at Kyiv and surrounding regions,

Bullion market pads up for Silver Thursday as CME Group raises margin, cuts limits

The white precious metal price tops $79 an ounce; CME hikes initial margin on March futures to $25,000

Had insightful discussions on governance, reforms at Chief Secretaries meeting: PM Modi

Had insightful discussions on various issues relating to governance and reforms during the National Conference of Chief Secretaries being held in

Putin says Ukraine not in a hurry to resolve conflict with Russia peacefully; warns of military action

Doctors association flags uneven distribution of PGs under DRP

Outlook 2026: The skills to shape Indias next phase of work

As Indias workforce moves beyond traditional degrees, these demonstrable skills outline what will matter in 2026 and how professionals can prepar

More Countries Reject Israel's Recognition of Somaliland

Somaliland declared independence from Somalia in 1991 during a descent into conflict that continues to leave the east African country fragile.

JJD chief Tej Pratap Yadav cites threat to life in letter to Bihar Deputy CM, demands security saying, 'I am in danger'

Janshakti Janata Dal (JJD) chief Tej Pratap Yadav cited threat to life in a letter to Bihar's Home Minister and Deputy Chief Minister Samrat Chau

Big Boost to Uttar Pradesh: THIS expressway set to transform Gorakhpur, 156 villages to be connected, here's all you need to know

The 525.590 km expressway will now have 86.600 km of its length in Gorakhpur-Kushinagar. The alignment work is underway, and we expect to complet

Gangster dies of gunshot wounds in Uttarakhand; family alleges police connivance to grab property

Police said Tyagi was being taken from Roorkee jail to Laksar court for a hearing on Wednesday, when two bikers allegedly opened fire at the poli

Pakistan faces humanitarian crisis as families of missing Balochistan residents protest in Quetta

The protesters said many families have been living in uncertainty for years due to alleged enforced disappearances. They described the situation

Supreme Court takes suo motu cognisance of concerns surrounding definition of Aravalli range

The Supreme Court has taken suo motu cognisance of concerns regarding the Aravalli Range's definition, following criticism over a new 100-meter h

Winter weather in U.S. Northeast leads to thousands of flight delays, cancellations

The safety of New Yorkers is my top priority, and I continue to urge extreme caution throughout the duration of this storm, New York Governor Kat

Zelenskyy calls Putin a man of war after Russia's deadly attack on Kyiv

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky labeled Russian leader Vladimir Putin a man of war following a significant aerial assault on Kyiv. Zelensk

Joe Root Becomes 9th Cricketer to Score 22,000 International Runs

Joe Root scored 15 runs in the second innings of the fourth Australia vs England Test of the ongoing Ashes series at the Melbourne Cricket Ground

Zelensky Stops in Canada En Route to US as Russia Pummels Ukraine

Zelensky said the Russian onslaught showed Moscow had no intention of ending the invasion it launched in February 2022

Zelenskyy talks with allies en route to U.S. as Russia pummels Ukraine

During a stopover in Canada en route to Florida for the Trump meeting, the Ukrainian President spoke first with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carn

'Let an investigation be conducted': Tej Pratap Yadav seeks probe into Rabri Devi's residence, says life under threat

Janshakti Janata Dal president Tej Pratap Yadav demanded an investigation into claims of a basement at Rabri Devi's new Patna residence. Simultan

How oil, drugs and immigration fueled Trump's Venezuela campaign

President Donald Trump's administration launched a secret military operation targeting Latin American drug cartels. This campaign intensified pre

Morning Digest: Assam draft voter list flags over 10 lakh names for deletions; SC special bench to hear suo motu case on definition of Aravalis, and more

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Family of junior engineer killed by Maharashtra roadways bus awarded 2.2 crore

A tragic accident claimed the life of a 30-year-old engineer in Mumbai. A speeding MSRTC bus struck him while he stood by his parked scooter. The

After 35 years, I claimed my surname: Neeraj Ghaywan on Homebound and why empathy is the need of the hour

The filmmaker distinguishes himself through his commitment to authentic, intersectional storytelling that centres around marginalised experiences

An educationist considers some crucial differences between higher education institutes in India and the U.S.

Indian institutions can emulate some of the best educational practices from American HEIs to empower their students

The new world of surrendered left-wing extremists

The lives of those involved in the Maoist movement remain largely hidden, shaped by a culture of secrecy. Satyasundar Barik speaks with several s

Twist in court: 2nd husband testifies for 1st; woman loses 17-year old domestic violence case

A 17-year-old domestic violence case took an unexpected turn when a woman's current husband testified, confirming her second marriage. This revel

Russia strikes Ukraine's capital killing one, day before Zelenskyy-Trump meeting

Explosions boomed across Kyiv as the attack began in early morning and continued for hours

Old & bold: When 70+ go skydiving & bungee jumping

A group of over 70 Indians, defying age and physical limitations, are embracing adventure. From skydiving and scuba diving to trekking in Antarct

Sakeena inaugurates newly constructed Academic Block of GDC Pouni

Excelsior Correspondent REASI, Dec 27: Minister for Education, Health and Medical Education, Social Welfare, Sakeena Itoo today inaugurated newly

Residents resort to road roko after two deaths in Tiruttani

Locals allege the deaths were caused by contaminated drinking water; health officials say food and water samples are being collected for testing

LG lays foundation stone for construction of 320 houses for families affected due to flash-floods, land-slides in Reasi

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Dec 27: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Saturday laid the foundation stone to build 320 houses completely damag

Jammu and Kashmir States Judicial Evolution Decoded

Justice (Retd.) G D Sharma pallav5354@gmail.com When on October 26, 1947, Maharaja Hari Singh acceded to the Union of India, the total area of th

Parkash Purab of Guru Gobind Singh Ji celebrated

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Dec 27: Parkash Purab of Guru Gobind Singh Ji Maharaj was celebrated at Gurdwara Digiana Ashram Jammu under the su

High voltage drama outside Lok Bhavan as Sangharsh Samiti stages protest against LG

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Dec 27: In a high voltage drama, Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Sangharsh Samiti today held a strong protest demonstration

2-day orientation programme on POCSO Act begins

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Dec 27: Under the patronage of Chief Justice, High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh (Patron-in-Chief, J&K Judic

A sobering reflection

Vishal Sharma As the current year recedes into oblivion and the New Year nears, its time for a sober reflection. Every time when we lurch towards

BJP inaugurates exhibition on life, legacy of Atal Bihari Vajpayee

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Dec 27: An exhibition depicting the inspiring life journey, ideas, and contributions of former Prime Minister and

Traffic cop suspended for making social media reel with official vehicle on Mughal Road

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Dec 27: A traffic police officer has been suspended for misusing an official vehicle to make a social media reel o

Kristianrangni kosako kragija dakaniko jegalgrima

SHILLONG: Adita salrangna skang, Assam aro Rajpur jolrango, Kristianrangni Krismasko maniengmiting somoio Bajrang Dal-ni golmal kana jotton kaani

England break Test drought in Australia

Melbourne, Dec 27: England ended an 18-match winless streak in Australia and beat the home side by four wickets in the fourth Ashes test at the M

HNLC bobil dolni kamikkenataniko VPP jegala

SHILLONG: Voice of the Peoples Party (VPP)-ni president aro Nongkrem MLA Ardent Miller Basaiawmoit-ko manchape VPP-ni dilgiparangna kamikkenatani

It would be hell somewhere else: Stokes; KP, sees selective criticism

Melbourne, Dec 27: England captain Ben Stokes on Saturday came down heavily on the overwhelmingly bowler-friendly Melbourne pitch on which 20 wic

Managing old age

Embrace it as a meaningful part of life; strive for independence, cooperate with caregivers, and avoid being overly demanding

Krismas manianiko golmal kaanina Shillong MP-ba jegalata

SHILLONG: Batanggimin sal somoirango, Krismasko manienggipa manderangni kosako kragija dake champengna jotton kagipa dolni manderangko Shillong-n

That Indian side wasnt great: Cook on Englands 2-2 home draw

Melbourne, Dec 27: Batting great Alastair Cook said Englands 2-2 home series draw against Shubman Gill-led India was against not a great Indian s

Smith overtakes Border in Ashes run chart

Melbourne, Dec 27: Steve Smith etched his name deeper into Ashes history on Friday, overtaking Allan Border to become Australias second-highest r

Did BCCI look at Gambhirs replacement?

Jaipur, Dec 27: Gautam Gambhirs record as Indias white ball coach has been pretty impressive with an ICC and ACC trophy in each of the two format

Jowai-Malidor ramako Shillong MP nianga

SHILLONG: Jowai-oni Malidor-ona dakanggipa National Highway (NH) ramani obosta namroroangjaengaha ine badi kaanirangko manahani gimin Sonibar sal

Silver hits all-time high of Rs 2.42 lakh a kg in futures trade on supply fears, Fed rate cut bets

NEW DELHI, Dec 27: Silver prices rallied over 15 per cent last week to scale a fresh record high of Rs 2.42 lakh per kg in the futures market, dr

Indonesian rescuers search for Spanish family after boat sinks near Komodo Island

JAKARTA, Dec 27: Indonesian rescuers searched for four members of a Spanish family today after a tour boat carrying 11 people sank overnight near

I want justice, wife of man who died in Canadian hospital waiting triage

TORONTO (CANADA), Dec 26: Wife of a 44-year-old Indian-origin man who died due to suspected cardiac arrest awaiting treatment for over eight hour

AI Express first line fit B737-8 MAX plane to land in national capital on Dec 29

NEW DELHI, Dec 27: Air India Express first line fit Boeing 737-8 MAX will arrive in the national capital on Monday which will also be the first a

Another ISRO Milestone

ISROs successful launch of the 6,100 kg BlueBird Block-2 communication satellite marks a defining moment in Indias space journey. It underlines I

Thrilling encounters mark J&K Billiards & Snooker Cship

Excelsior Sports Correspondent JAMMU, Dec 27: The 29th Jammu & Kashmir UT Billiards and Snooker Championship, being organized by the J&K Billiard

UP boy who saved dad from crocodile wants to protect nation

A nine-year-old boy, Ajay Raj Nishad, received the Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar for his bravery after saving his father from a crocodile

Congress running misleading propaganda against VB-G RAM G Act: BJP

NEW DELHI, Dec 27: The BJP today dismissed as baseless the Congresss claims on the VB-G RAM G Act and accused the opposition party of running a s

Quote of the day by Og Mandino: 'Cherish each hour of this day for it can never return' Here's some timeless quotes by bestseller author

Quote of the day by Og Mandino shares a message about time and daily purpose. Og Mandino was a writer and speaker. He wrote The Greatest Salesman

All 20 DDCs get fresh lease of life for about two months

Law Deptt gives opinion to RDD Date of constitution, not oath taken into account Sanjeev Pargal JAMMU, Dec 27: Twenty District Development Counci

Preserving KPs cultural, linguistic, civilisational ethos essential: Dr Jitendra

Govt committed to address long standing issues Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Dec 27 : Expressing concern over continuing dilution of the communi

45 AEs elevated; 77 AEEs, AEs shifted, posted in PDD

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Dec 27: The Government today elevated/placed 39 In-charge Assistant Engineers (AEs), Electrical, as In-charge Assi

All 50 seats of Mata Vaishno Devi Medical College be reserved for Hindus: Togadia

Warns Shri Amarnath land row type agitation Avtar Bhat JAMMU, Dec 27: Former Vishva Hindu Parishad leader and president of Antarrashtriya Hindu P

Eat, like, share

In the attention economy, food is also a performance

Night temps plunge below freezing point

Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, Dec 27: The night temperatures plunged below the freezing point in Kashmir as the mercury dropped at most place

3 OGWs arrested, booked under PSA

Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR Dec 27: Police today detained three Over Ground Workers (OGWs) in Shopian district of South Kashmir and booked t

CBK files charge sheet in livestock fraud case

Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, Dec 27: The Crime Branch Kashmir (CBK) today filed a charge sheet in a high-value livestock fraud case, in whic

J&Ks 2025 Sporting Glory

Mithun Manhas becomes BCCI President Former Delhi and J&K captain, son of the soil Mithun Manhas was elected as the new president of the Board of

Consumer forum orders Udaipur hotel to pay 10 lakh over breach of privacy

Ageing gracefully

Make more use of sensory perceptions and mindfulness, and give more meaning to life

'I'm Indian': Tripura student's last words before he was killed in a racial attack; protests erupt seeking justice

A 24-year-old MBA student from Tripura tragically died after confronting men who hurled racial slurs at him and his brother in Dehradun. The brut

Rahul permanent spokesperson of anti-India global forces: BJP

BJP alleges Congress is a mouthpiece for anti-India global forces, citing Sam Pitroda's confirmation of the party's membership in George Soros-li

State carrying baggage of unresolved issues to 2026

2025 IN REVIEW By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Dec 27: The year 2025 is set to bid goodbye in a few days, but issues continue to linger, with solutions

Meghalaya govt employees get extended holiday break

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Dec 27: Government employees in Meghalaya are enjoying an extended winter vacation as all state government offices rema

The therapy for the future

While traditional pharmacology aims to chemically correct the disrupted body metabolism without addressing the root cause, gene therapy offers th

Nepal in 2025: When Gen Z protests toppled govt

KATHMANDU, Dec 27: Nepal witnessed a significant political turmoil in 2025 as massive street protests led by Gen Z against corruption, nepotism,

BSF jawan shoots self with service rifle in state

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Dec 27: A BSF jawan from Punjab, posted in Meghalaya, died after sustaining a gunshot injury while on duty. Reports sai

Dancing with shadows in Venice

The city embodies the quintessence of literary nostalgia, a storied landscape haunted by the spectral presence of writers who have long since dep

Coal rake at Mendipathar rly station legal, finds GH group

Group members pay visit to the site, dismiss influx fears From Our Correspondent MENDIPATHAR, Dec 27: With the prospect of rake loading and trans

Between convenience and caution

Caught between cars and the curb, a pedestrian negotiates both space and choice at Khyndai Lad junction in the city on Saturday. (ST)

Poor NH condition prompts MP to undertake inspection of road

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Dec 27: Amid persistent complaints over deteriorating road conditions, Shillong MP Ricky J Syngkon is set to inspect th

Thought of the day by Carl Jung: 'We cannot change anything until we...' today's self-awareness quotes by the founder of analytical psychology

Thought of the day: Carl Jung, a renowned psychiatrist, revolutionized psychology with his ideas on acceptance and self-awareness. His work intro

Unnao rape case: CBI cites Advani judgment to seek Sengar bail nixing

The CBI has urged the Supreme Court to overturn a Delhi High Court decision that excluded MLA Kuldeep Singh Sengar from being prosecuted under th

Himachal Pradesh: Government doctors launch indefinite strike; healthcare services hit

Himachal Pradesh government hospitals saw services halt Saturday as doctors struck indefinitely. They demand the reinstatement of a doctor sacked

Kuchipudi Show: Guinness Record With 5K Performers

The feat was performed to prerecorded songs, including Kedara Gaura Tillana, a 10minute composition by Kala Ratna Pasumarthi Venkateswara Sarma.

Energy Minister asks officials to fast-track RDSS projects

Ravi Kumar insists on stringent measures to prevent accidents caused by human error in the Power Department

8 Held For Transporting, Consuming Drugs

Ranjeeth Kumar, who works in a private firm in Begumpet, decided to sell MDMA to earn quick money. Through friends, he came in contact with Ashwi

Magnitude 7.0 Earthquake Hits Taiwan

The tremors were felt in many areas, including Taipei, New Taipei, Taichung, Taoyuan, Tainan, and counties such as Hualien, Yilan, Hsinchu, Miaol

MP Congress Media Wing Chiefs Resignation Exposes Rift In Party

Chairman of the media department of the Pradesh Congress Committee (PCC) of Madhya Pradesh Mukesh Nayak on Saturday tendered his resignation from

Three held for stalking, harassing woman in Bengaluru

Bengaluru: Three youths were arrested for allegedly stalking and harassing a woman here, police said on Saturday. The incident occurred on Decemb

G RAM G's core spirit rooted in Bapu's ideals, says Shivraj Singh Chauhan

Rural development minister Shivraj Chouhan has accused the Congress of spreading misinformation about the VB-G RAM G law, alleging they previousl