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TVK stages demonstration against Special Intensive Revision of electoral roll

Morning Digest: NIA says Delhi blast was a car-borne suicide attack; Bangladesh tense ahead of ICT verdict on Hasina, and more

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An uncertain solar-powered future

In the wake of Indias rapid push towards clean energy, upcoming solar power projects along the West Bengal-Jharkhand border have stirred up prote

From safe space to scale-up, coto is redefining emotional wellness with AI

Emotional wellness in India has long been underserved, but one startup is striving to change that. Launched by Tarun Katial, former CEO of Zee5,

Australia PM Albanese rules out co-hosting COP31 with Turkiye

We won't be co-hosting, because co-hosting isn't provided for under the rules of the UNFCCC, Mr. Albanese said

Motor cover: Human angle of a different kind

After an accident, dont offer money or compensation directly to the victim; It may seem humane in the moment, but legally, it could be taken as a

South Africa spin India out on rank-turner at Eden Gardens

Harmers Eight-For Floors India as visitors Seal Historic Test Win Kolkata, Nov 16: Indian batters frailties against high quality spin in challeng

SA take second spot in WTC rankings, India slip to fourth

Kolkata, Nov 16: South Africas gritty 30-run victory over India in the opening Test at Eden Gardens has triggered a significant shake-up in the I

The spill of excellence is gone: Backlash erupts as India lose to SA

New Delhi, Nov 16: Indias unexpected 30-run loss to South Africa in the first Test at Eden Gardens has sparked a wave of frustration and criticis

How tax break is reshaping health insurance choices

Post GST waiver, the demand for high-value health insurance plans has jumped sharply; rather than merely pocketing the savings, many are using it

We should have been able to soak in pressure and chase 124: Pant

Kolkata, Nov 16: Ruing Indias inability to chase down 124 against South Africa in the first Test, vice-captain Rishabh Pant on Sunday said the ba

Festive demand 2025 stays strong post-Diwali as weddings surge, tax cuts lift spending and winter boosts sales

Post-Diwali sales are showing a significant uptick, defying traditional trends with a 10-20% year-on-year increase. This robust demand is fueled

Indian states changing rules of biz game, initiate slew of reforms encouraging startups, manufacturing

India is implementing a wave of nuts-and-bolts reforms at the state level to simplify business operations and manufacturing. These changes includ

Conrad lauds SA spinners

Kolkata, Nov 16: South Africa coach Shukri Conrad was overwhelmed to see his spinners rule the roost in the first Test against India at the Eden

India needed more runs in first innings: Kumble

Kolkata, Nov 16: Following their 30-run defeat to South Africa inside three days at the Eden Gardens, former India captain Anil Kumble felt the h

At least 32 killed in southeastern Congo after bridge at mine collapsed, authorities say

The bridge at the Kalando mine in Mulondo in Lualaba province fell on Saturday (November 15, 2025), Roy Kaumba Mayonde, the provinces Interior Mi

Pujara urges batters to adapt to tough pitches

Kolkata, Nov 16: Former India batter Cheteshwar Pujara said the batting unit needs to find ways to adapt better and score runs on difficult pitch

India brace for fierce and competitive game in Bdesh

Asian Cup Qualifiers Dhaka, Nov 16: The Indian senior mens team arrived in Dhaka on Saturday evening, three days before their AFC Asian Cup 2027

Dan McGrath, Emmy-winning writer behind The Simpsons and Saturday Night Live, dies at 61

Television writer Dan McGrath has passed away. He was 61. McGrath was celebrated for his work on 'The Simpsons' and 'Saturday Night Live.' He wro

Bitcoin price crashes to $93,000-mark from October's peak of $125,000

Japan's proposed regulations will apply to 105 types of cryptocurrencies available in Japan such as bitcoin and Ethereum.

Meghalaya in control on Day 1 against Manipur

Ranji Trophy By Our Reporter Shillong, Nov 16: Meghalayas two guest professionals, Rahul Dalal and Ajay Duhan, both made centuries on the first d

Skywalk at Kilambakkam to be completed by January-end

CMDA is planning to create small kiosks, restrooms, ticket counters, and facilities for mobility of senior citizens and persons with disabilities

TNPCB finalising Terms of Reference for Ennore Creek restoration

Meanwhile, a G.O. issued by the Department of Environment, Climate Change and Forests in May 2025 said that Ennore Creeks restoration would be do

Surprise: reading a quantum clock can cost more than keeping it ticking

A clocks counter always increases, which aligns with our everyday experience that clocks always tick forward. The swinging of a pendulum or the v

U.S. aircraft carrier arrives in the Caribbean in major buildup near Venezuela

The most advanced U.S. aircraft carrier has arrived in the Caribbean Sea in a display of American military power

PMK to hold protests across Tamil Nadu on December 12: Ramadoss

Pondicherry University Vice-Chancellor calls on Lt. Governor

Buildathon showcases Tamil Nadus GenAI talent

Forest Department seizes 390 kg of red sanders near Arakkonam

Sat asks party men to further intensify outreach, Koul reviews programmes

Excelsior Correspondent UDHAMPUR, Nov 16: BJP UT president and Member Parliament (Rajya Sabha), Sat Sharma today urged the party men to further i

Public demand more centres for issuing emission certificates

TVK protests in Puducherry against SIR of electoral roll

Why Vaishno Devi, Sabarimala, Sharda matter more than ever?

Faith in The Dock Ranbir Singh Pathania mlaudhampureast@gmail.com Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board in J & K finds itself today on a hot platte

FADA seeks regulation of used car business in J&K

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Nov 16: In the aftermath of Delhi explosion, the Federation of Automobile Dealers Associations (FADA) Jammu has on

Mian Altaf meets DG BRO, discusses road infra projects

Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, Nov 16 : In what could be a major relief for the people of Jammu and Kashmir, the maintenance and upgradation w

Operation Sindoor pride of nation: Chugh

Farooq not respecting contribution of armed forces Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Nov 16: BJP national general secretary, Tarun Chugh, who is als

Chanakya IAS Academy, Women College Gandhi Nagar organise Career Counselling

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Nov 16: To guide the aspirants on effective preparation strategies for competitive exams, Chanakya IAS Academy Jam

Karra asks BJP MPs, MLAs to break silence on statehood

Cong launches Ghar Ghar Dastak campaign Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Nov 16: The Jammu & Kashmir Pradesh Congress Committee (JKPCC) president,

Dogri Sanstha releases two books by Puran Chander Sharma

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Nov 16: Two books by acclaimed Dogri writer Puran Chander Sharma were released here today by Dogri Sanstha Jammu.

Cinema in India engages more than mind or heart says Suri

Director Mohit Suri, who delivered the blockbuster in the form of Saiyaara earlier this year, recollected the most valuable teaching of his mento

U.S. Stock market heads for slight dip on Monday as S&P 500 futures, Nasdaq 100 futures down in Wall Street pre-market

U.S. Stock Market indexes S&P 500, Nasdaq, Dow Jones were down on Friday.

The Simpsons writer Dan McGrath passes away at 61

Emmy-winning comedy writer Dan McGrath, known for The Simpsons and Mission Hill, has died at 61 following a stroke on November 14 in Brooklyn, co

Guruvayurs blessed devotees

Lady Gaga reflects on harsh reviews of Joker: Folie Deux

Renowned singer-actor Lady Gaga reflected on the negative reviews her film Joker: Folie a Deux received after its release in 2024. The sequel to

Actors Mahesh Babu, front, and Priyanka Chopra Jonas during the announcement of their upcoming film Varanasi

Actors Mahesh Babu, front, and Priyanka Chopra Jonas during the announcement of their upcoming film Varanasi in Hyderabad, Telangana, on Saturday

An excited Big B shares billboards with Abhishek, Akshay and SRK

Bollywood icon Amitabh Bachchan, celebrated for his humility, showcased his latest post on Instagram that featured billboards for the Filmfare Aw

Entertainment Buzz

Next Taylor Swift music video to be shot in London Taylor Swift has selected London as the location for her upcoming music video for Elizabeth Ta

$2,000 stimulus check for each American: When will Trump Tariffs Dividend start?

Trump Tariffs Dividend $2,000 stimulus check proposal has become an instant hit. However, US Supreme Court is examining whether the levies are ev

Kauvery Hospital launches Metabolic Wellness Centre

Indias exports of spices, tea & cashew to gain as Trump rolls back tariff hike

New Delhi, Nov 16: Indian exports of food goods such as spices, tea and cashew nuts to the US market are set to benefit from a major tariff cut a

Sunil Sethi resigns from JKCA Sub Committee

Excelsior Sports Correspondent JAMMU, Nov 16: In a significant development within the Jammu & Kashmir Cricket Association (JKCA), Sunil Sethi, Me

Delhi car blast: 'Madam Surgeon' emerges as key player; diaries hint at 'D-6 Mission' to 'avenge' Babri demolition

3rd Jammu Midnight Marathon draws record participation

Excelsior Sports Correspondent JAMMU, Nov 16: The MA Stadium came alive with energy and excitement as the 3rd Jammu Midnight Marathon witnessed t

Zahara of Ladakh wins Gold at 69th NSG U-19 Girls Taekwondo Cship

Excelsior Sports Correspondent JAMMU, Nov 16: Zahara Batool of Ladakh showcased exceptional skill and composure to clinch the Gold medal in the U

Jammu University loses to Jamia University in VCs T-20 final

Excelsior Sports Correspondent JAMMU, Nov 16: Jammu University gave a strong fight but went down by 3 wickets to Jamia University in the final of

Gurha FC, Sangwali FC triumph in Thalora Premier League openers

Excelsior Sports Correspondent SAMBA, Nov 16: Gurha Football Club and Sangwali Football Club emerged victorious in the opening matches of the Tha

Germany cancels auction of Holocaust artifacts after backlash

Polands Foreign Minister Radoslaw Sikorski made the comments on the X platform, saying he and German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul agreed that

SMVD in Jammu, DPS in Srinagar lift Asmita Basketball League titles

Excelsior Sports Correspondent JAMMU/SRINAGAR, Nov 16: SMVD Jammu and DPS Srinagar lifted the Asmita Basketball League titles in their respective

ASMITA Womens League 2025 organised

Excelsior Sports Correspondent JAMMU, Nov 16: The Jammu District ASMITA Womens Athletics League-2025, organized by J&K Amateur Athletics Associat

5th UT MTB Cycling Cship concludes

Excelsior Sports Correspondent JAMMU, Nov 16: The Cycling Association of Jammu & Kashmir organized the 5th UT MTB Cycling Championship at MA Stad

Staff Crisis in GMCs

The nearly 5,000 vacancies across GMCs in Jammu and Kashmir present an alarming picture of a healthcare system operating on life support. Premier

New HBCR report reveals 9427 cancer cases in Jammu in 5 yrs, 72 pc at advanced stages

Preventable cancers drive rising toll Govind Sharma JAMMU, Nov 16: A new five-year cancer registry compiled at the Government Medical College (GM

Cristiano Ronaldo set for record 6th World Cup as Portugal routs Armenia to qualify

Portugal sealed its place at next years tournament in the United States, Canada and Mexico with a 9-1 rout of Armenia

Omar disrespects Kashmiris, appeases Modi: Ruhullah

Warns of leaving party if it fails to return to its stand Irfan Tramboo SRINAGAR, Nov 16: Senior National Conference (NC) leader and Member of Pa

Shah to chair N-Z Council meet today

NEW DELHI, Nov 16: Union Home Minister Amit Shah will on Monday chair the 32nd meeting of the Northern Zonal Council in Haryanas Faridabad, where

Cancer, heart disease can be kept away by potato? Check health benefits

Potatoes are also full of phenolics, a type of polyphenol that helps reduce inflammation, regulate immune function and protect cells from damage.

Pakistan, Jordan sign MoUs on culture, media and education

ISLAMABAD, Nov 16: Pakistan and Jordan exchanged four Memoranda of Understanding for cooperation in culture, media and education, according to a

Telangana Governor hosts felicitation, high tea for Vice President Radhakrishnan at Raj Bhavan

HYDERABAD, Nov 16: Telangana Governor Jishnu Dev Varma today hosted a ceremonial felicitation followed by a special high tea in honour of Vice Pr

Cops raid fertilizer, chemical dealers

Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, Nov 16: After investigations into Faridabad based white collar terror module found that it had purchased 2.6 to

e-Jagriti platform for consumer grievances gets over 2.75 lakh registered users since launch in Jan25

NEW DELHI, Nov 16: The Department of Consumer Affairs on Sunday said its unified platform e-Jagriti for consumer grievances has got over 2.75 lak

Delhi blast: NIA arrests Kashmiri man who conspired with suicide bomber Dr Umar Un Nabi

NEW DELHI, Nov 16: In a major breakthrough in the Red Fort area car bomb blast case, the National Investigation Agency has arrested a Kashmir res

Meet the cast of Bravos Real Housewives of Rhode Island: From Ashley Iaconetti to Rosie DiMare

Bravo has unveiled the seven-woman cast for 'The Real Housewives of Rhode Island,' set to premiere in 2026. The series will explore the intertwin

Nepals Election Commission publishes election schedule

The candidates will have to file nomination for the election to the House of Representatives from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on January 20, according to a

From Sacred Flow to Spectacle: The Changing Soul of the Umngot River

By Evangeline Dkhar The story of how a communitys sacred river became a stage for tourism, modernity, and contested ownership. Nestled between th

Indias policy model can unlock $1.3 trillion a year for climate resilience, says IIED at COP30

The International Institute for Environment and Developments report says Indias renewable policy offers a blueprint to embed risk analytics and u

Ultrasonic vibrations hold key to precision drilling in brittle materials, IIT Bombay study finds

IIT Bombay researchers find how ultrasonic vibrationsrevolutionisemicroholedrilling in brittle materials, paving the way for precision manufactur

Preeti secures medal as Indians dominate Day 1

World Boxing Cup Finals Greater Noida, Nov 16: Returning after a year away from international action and a draining battle with Hepatitis A, Pree

Aaron Rodgers injury: What happened to Aaron Rodgers during Pittsburgh Steelers vs Cincinnati Bengals on Sunday NFL match?

Aaron Rodgers injury update: NFL star Aaron Rodgers once again became cynosure of all eyes during Cincinnati Bengals vs Pittsburgh Steelers footb

Bezzecchi wins Valencia GP to give Aprilia back-to-back wins for first time

Bezzecchi had delivered a commanding lights-to-flag victory at the Portuguese Grand Prix last weekend and the Italian repeated his heroics in Val

Elizabeth Franz, Tony-winning Gilmore Girls and Death of a Salesman actress, dies at 84

Elizabeth Franz, a celebrated Tony Award-winning actress, has passed away at the age of 84. She was widely recognized for her powerful portrayal

KHADC rejigs inquiry panel

Allegations of allotment of land at Law Syiem to MLAs By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Nov 16: The Khasi Hills Autonomous District Council (KHADC) has r

Rory McIlroy loses playoff to Matt Fitzpatrick, wins Race to Dubai

For McIlroy, its a seventh Race to Dubai title, putting him one clear of the late Seve Ballesteros and one behind Colin Montgomeries record haul

Parents Complain of Worms in Food at Eklavya School

When parents raised concerns about the poor diet, the school management remained silent, further fuelling the controversy.

Mawryngkneng Dorbar wants irresponsible cops replaced

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Nov 16: The Mawryngkneng Dorbar Shnong has urged Deputy Chief Minister Prestone Tynsong, who holds the Home portfolio,

Lok Sabha MP alleges shoddy repair of NH-6

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Nov 16: In a strong critique of the ongoing repair work of the Phramer to Malidor section of national Highway 6, Shillo

VPP supremo shrugs off Lambors entry in NPP

Focus is on public service, not polls: Ardent Basaiawmoit By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Nov 16: VPP chief Ardent Miller Basaiawmoit has played down t

PM Modi virtually lays base for EMR School in Jirang

From Our Correspondent NONGPOH, Nov 16: A major development awaits the border population of Ri-Bhoi District after Prime Minister Narendra Modi v

B.C. Janardhana Reddy Says AP to Set Up Corporation for Road Development

Janardhana Reddy said the negligence of previous YSRC government on various fronts, including finance, is still haunting the present NDA alliance

Meghalaya likely to witness possible spike in malaria cases

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Nov 16: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a climate-based health advisory pointing to increased mala