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Praggnanandhaa Confirmed for Norway Chess 2026

Praggnanandhaa first made his mark at Norway Chess in 2022, when he won the tournament, earning his place among the tournament's rising talents

20 Jan 2026 6:26 pm
Tension Deepens as Kishtwar Encounter Enters Day Three; Several People Detained for Questioning

Despite the absence of fresh firing, officials insist the operation will continue, citing credible intelligence that militants remain present in the area. The terrainmarked by thick vegetation and limited visibilityhas forced search teams to advance with extreme caution

20 Jan 2026 6:23 pm
Telangana to Engage in Pilot Programs with Israeli Startups in AI

Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy, along with two Ministers - D Sridhar Babu and Ponguleti Srinivas Reddy discussed several active collaborations in agriculture and climate change related issues, and startup innovation

20 Jan 2026 6:22 pm
Trumps Board of Peace, Explained

Trump to chair 'Board of Peace' with global leaders, allowing member states to vote on resolutions subject to chairman's approval.

20 Jan 2026 6:19 pm
11 Held for Communal Disturbance after Desecration of Religious Place in Hyderabad

Following the incident, certain persons who formed an unlawful assembly caused damage to another shrine. Cases were booked with regard to both the incidents

20 Jan 2026 6:07 pm
Investors' Wealth Erodes by Rs 9.86 Lakh Cr as Stock Markets Tumble

The market capitalisation of BSE-listed firms eroded by Rs 9,86,093.96 crore to Rs 4,55,82,683.29 crore (USD 5.01 trillion), mirroring a bearish trend in equities

20 Jan 2026 6:07 pm
Kerala Court Reserves Order on Bail Plea of Potty in Sabarimala Gold Loss Case

Potty, the main accused, has sought bail on the ground that the Special Investigation Team (SIT) has not filed a chargesheet despite the expiry of the mandatory 90-day period stipulated under the law

20 Jan 2026 5:58 pm
Israel Initiates Demolition of UNRWA Headquarters in East Jerusalem

Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir praised the demolitions as essential against 'terrorism supporters,' while the government upheld its claim to the compound.

20 Jan 2026 5:54 pm
Illegal Immigrants, Urban Naxals Threat to National Security: PM

Modi said some wealthy and powerful nations, who consider themselves lords of the world, too, were identifying and deporting illegal immigrants, and nobody was questioning their actions

20 Jan 2026 5:37 pm
ICC's Conditions Unacceptable: Bangladesh on T20 WC Participation

After Bangladesh speedster Mustafizur Rahman was excluded from the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026, the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) made it clear that the team would not play in India under the current circumstances

20 Jan 2026 5:35 pm
EU Official Questions Trumps Credibility After Greenland Tariff Threat

Ursula von der Leyen emphasized trust in international relations in her Davos speech, questioning President Trump's intentions regarding a trade deal with the EU.

20 Jan 2026 5:23 pm
Cops Cannot Use Coercive Steps for Pending Challans: Telangana HC

Snatching of keys or any other coercive steps cannot be taken by the police over pending challans: HC

20 Jan 2026 4:51 pm
Fatehpur: Woman, Female Partner Among 3 Held For Killing Husband

The victim, who objected to their relationship, was found dead with his throat slit in a pulse field in Tiker village, Asothar, on January 14,th, 2026.

20 Jan 2026 4:40 pm
Delhi Teen Held for Stabbing Tutor Over Alleged Assault of 14-Year-Old Friend

Jay Prakash was admitted to Lal Bahadur Shastri Hospital with severe stab wounds, leading to a referral to AIIMS Trauma Centre for critical treatment.

20 Jan 2026 4:35 pm
Sridhar Babu Invites Global Investors to Partner in Telangana Rising at Davos

Sridhar Babu said Telangana has emerged as a national role model in Ease of Doing Business and offers a highly conducive, policy-driven ecosystem for industrial development

20 Jan 2026 4:35 pm
AI Guides to Smart Parking: Tech-Driven Traffic Plan to Steer Republic Day Crowd

In a first, the traffic police has prepared detailed animated videos with the help of Artificial Intelligence (AI), depicting the arrival, alighting, departure and parking plans for invitees

20 Jan 2026 4:31 pm
Congress Sees Record Ticket Aspirants Ahead of Assam Elections

Pointing out that several sitting MLAs and a large number of former MLAs, senior Congress leaders and youth leaders are among those who submitted their application forms, he said that Tuesday was the last date for submission of applications

20 Jan 2026 4:30 pm
Internet Services Suspended In Assam's Kokrajhar Due To Clashes, RAF deployed

The three Bodos were beaten by Adivasi persons and the vehicle was torched, and one person died in the incident.

20 Jan 2026 4:29 pm
APSRTC Records Highest Single-day Revenue of Rs 28 Cr

APSRTC recorded an all-time high revenue of Rs 27.68 crore on January 19, marking a milestone never witnessed before in the corporation's history

20 Jan 2026 4:26 pm
UK Defends Chagos Deal Amid Trumps Great Stupidity Criticism

The controversial Chagos Islands deal, which includes a long-term lease for the US-UK military base on Diego Garcia, faces scrutiny from opposition politicians in the UK amid Trump's harsh remarks and concerns over national security.

20 Jan 2026 4:18 pm
Corporate Forces Are Challenging Parliamentary Democracy: Bhatti

Bhatti Vikramarka called upon Left parties to collectively move forward and, through united struggles, place checks on corporate forces that are challenging parliamentary democracy and on forces that are misleading the nation on economic and social issues

20 Jan 2026 4:16 pm
We'll Make Amaravati World's Best City, All Are Welcome to Partner: Naidu

Naidu said every country is facing aging problem but India is continuing to reap the demographic benefits and that will continue for next 25-30 years

20 Jan 2026 4:06 pm
Pakistan Cricket Board Supports Bangladesh's Decision to Not Travel to India: Reports

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has not issued any statement confirming this report

20 Jan 2026 4:05 pm
Naomi Osaka Makes Grand Entrance With Fashion Statement at Australian Open

The No. 16-seeded Osaka has won two of her four Grand Slam titles at the Australian Open

20 Jan 2026 3:58 pm
Next-Gen Electronic Warfare Key to Indias Global Defence Push: DRDO

DRDO is focusing on advanced technologies such as cognitive learning, photonics, and quantum tech to achieve spectrum dominance, enhancing India's electronic warfare capabilities and future combat strategies.

20 Jan 2026 3:49 pm
Queen of Badminton in India: Looking at the Era of Saina Nehwal

The ace shuttler confirmed her retirement from competitive badminton, saying her body could no longer cope with the physical demands of elite sport

20 Jan 2026 3:42 pm
Modi Meets Nitin Nabin's Family At BJP Headquarters After He Took Charge As Party's National President

Nabin said that he is not just taking up a position but embracing the ideology, traditions, and the responsibility of the party's nationalist movement

20 Jan 2026 3:30 pm
DMK Will Seek Amendment To Constitution To Drop Governor's Address, Says CM Stalin

it was not good that the Governor refuses every year to read out the government prepared speech : MK Stalin

20 Jan 2026 2:59 pm
Imtiaz Ali Defends A R Rahman in Communal Remark Row: Maybe His Comments Have Been Misconstrued

He also pointed to shifts in the industry's power structures, saying creative control has moved away from artistes.

20 Jan 2026 2:58 pm
Car Overturns Near Kondagattu, 12 Devotees Injured

The vehicle lost control and plunged into a deep canal while devotees were on their way for Anjaneyaswamy darshan; locals rescued the injured and shifted them to Jagtial hospital.

20 Jan 2026 2:56 pm
Venkateshs Drishyam 3 to Kick Off in October

Drishyam 3 is slated for a Summer 2026 release.

20 Jan 2026 2:52 pm
Vijayan Accuses Governor of Omitting Key Sections in Assembly Address

According to Vijayan, the Governor did not read out the opening of paragraph 12 or the concluding portion of paragraph 15 of the document

20 Jan 2026 2:51 pm
Indian Pacer Mohammed Shami Appears for SIR hearing in Kolkata

The cricketer is registered as a voter of ward number 93 of the Kolkata Municipal Corporation, which falls under the Rashbehari assembly constituency

20 Jan 2026 2:29 pm
India Among Most Important Markets, Will Continue To Invest There: Cisco

Patel said there's a very strong public private partnership culture in the country and Cisco has been very fortunate to work with the administration over there

20 Jan 2026 2:28 pm
A Player's Heartfelt Tribute To Her Country Ukraine At The Australian Open

Ukrainian player showed up wearing the T-shirt and praised her father's commitment to family and country.

20 Jan 2026 2:14 pm
AI Reshaping the Battle Over Narrative of Maduro's US Capture

The endless stream of content ranges from comedic memes to dramatic retellings

20 Jan 2026 2:00 pm
Allari Nareshs Grandfather Passes Away

He is survived by his two sons, E.V.V. Giri and E.V.V. Srinivas, and his daughter, Mullapudi Mangayamma.

20 Jan 2026 1:43 pm
Telangana CS Reviews Republic Day Celebrations

The Chief Secretary asked each department to be highly cautious and arrangements be made in a befitting manner

20 Jan 2026 1:41 pm
We Are Pregnant Again: Atlee, Priya Expecting Second Child

They also shared several images from a special maternity shoot.

20 Jan 2026 1:33 pm
AP CM Congratulates Nitin Nabin on Becoming New BJP National president

Heartiest congratulations to Nitin Nabin Ji on becoming the National President of the Bharatiya Janata Party. I wish him success in carrying forward the responsibilities of his new role, said Naidu

20 Jan 2026 1:31 pm
Nitin Nabin My Boss in Party Matters: PM Modi

Modi said Nabin belongs to an era in which, people heard the news on the radio in childhood and are now well-versed in using Artificial Intelligence.

20 Jan 2026 1:23 pm
Discovery Of A Rare Caecilian From The Northern Western Ghats Of Maharashtra

New species of the genus Gegeneophis discovered after ten years.

20 Jan 2026 1:20 pm
BCCI to Overhaul Annual Central Contracts; Kohli, Sharma May Move to Grade B

Grade A+ category will be discontinued if the new model is approved by the board

20 Jan 2026 1:07 pm
Greenland Vital for Global Security, No Going Back: Trump to NATO Chief

Reiterating his stance, Trump described Greenland as integral to American and global security

20 Jan 2026 1:02 pm
Davos: UAE Agrees to Establish Food Cluster in AP

The UAE minister also assured to enable 40 companies to set up shop in the southern state

20 Jan 2026 1:00 pm
Nine MBBS Students Suspended for Ragging at Dehradun Medical College

Anti-ragging panel finds seniors guilty of assaulting juniors; two barred from classes for two months, seven suspended for a month and expelled from hostels.

20 Jan 2026 12:57 pm
Digital Scans Unveil New Love Notes And Sketches On Ancient Pompeii Wall

Pompeii near Naples is one of the world's most significant archaeological sites.

20 Jan 2026 12:57 pm
Congress Slams TN Governor Walkout, Says State Wont Accept Erosion of Democracy

Tamil Nadu Governor Ravi walked out of the state Assembly without delivering his customary address to the House in its maiden session of the year

20 Jan 2026 12:30 pm
Naidu's Political Career Marked by Unfulfilled Promises: YSRCP

Naidu has no moral right to speak about credibility, as his political career has been defined by unfulfilled promises and diversionary politics: Kannababu

20 Jan 2026 12:27 pm
SKY, Sanju And Others Enjoy Jungle Safari at Pench Tiger Reserve

Indias T20 captain Suryakumar Yadav, wicketkeepers Sanju Samson and Ishan Kishan, batter Rinku Singh, and spinner Ravi Bishnoi were spotted in the pictures shared on the stars social media handles post-safari

20 Jan 2026 12:24 pm