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Sensex jumps 487 points as markets rally for second day on India-EU FTA

Mumbai: Equity benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty ended higher on Wednesday, January 28, extending their previous days rally, on optimism over th

Deepika Padukones exit: Is this actress the new star ofKalki 2?

Hyderabad: Prabhas, the Pan-India star, is known for his roles in Baahubali and Kalki, which made him a global sensation. He is currently working

Police launch Dhairya Sparsha initiative in Chittoor

The initiative will be intensified by covering all the girls schools and hostels in the district in a phased manner, says Additional SP

Eluru District Collector for strict action against illegal sex determination centres

Ahead of Mahashivaratri and Ugadi, M.M. Hills to get upgraded facilities for devotees

Home guards to assist police and forest personnel in securing the padayatra route following a recent leopard attack

VB-G RAM G Act will curtail corruption that prevailed under the repealed MGNREGA

Investigation has detected 290 crore irregularities in the earlier MGNREGA, says Rajya Sabha member Iranna Kadadi

Condolenses pour in after Ajit Pawar dies, Mamata demands SC probe

Since the death of Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister and Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) president Ajit Pawar in a tragic plane crash on Wednesd

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Silver glitters to record Rs 3.85 lakh/kg; gold storms Rs 1.71 lakh/10g

New Delhi, Jan 28 (PTI) Gold and silver prices showed no signs of cooling as both precious metals scaled fresh records in the national capital on

Karnataka govt. favourable to declaring Tulu as official language: Minister

Official team has visited West Bengal and Andhra Pradesh to study the second official language models followed in those States

Threeheld with4.2 kg of ganja in Perundurai

UGC rules row: BJP functionary quits, man writes letter in blood to PM as protests intensify in Uttar Pradesh

In Deoria, thousands of people staged a sit-in on the district court premises, raising slogans against the Centre and the State Government

Over 745 kg of banned gutkha, pan masala seized, one held in Erode

Founder-market fit: Why it matters more than the idea

Why founder-market fit matters more than a great idea, and why investors increasingly back founders who deeply understand the market they build f

Vande Mataram, Anand Math, Atulya Bharat tunes to regale audience at Beating Retreat ceremony

New Delhi: Bands of the Indian armed forces and the paramilitary will play an array of lilting tunes and foot-tapping melodies, including Vande M

Neighbours remember affable nature of security officer Jadhav, victim of Baramati air crash

Jadhav, a long-time resident of Vitawa, is survived by his parents, a 14-year-old daughter, and a nine-year-old son

New Kendriya Vidyalaya to open in Chittoor from 2026-27

The school is among the 57 new Kendriya Vidyalayas sanctioned by the Union government in October 2025 under the civil sector

Four arrested, 6.39 gm of MDMA seized

Ajit Pawar: Long political life marked by drama, rebellions, controversies, scams, aspirations and struggle

A man who had felt sidelined and wronged by his own family patriarch, and who had tied over struggles to maintain his political position

Tiger scare strikes plantations of Chengara in Pathanamthitta

950 crore allotted for prison modernisation, says Bandi Sanjay

BPR&D is playing a key role in strengthening correctional administration through capacity building on research-based benchmarks, says the Union M

Exporters welcome Indo-European Free Trade Agreement

Telangana concludes Tiger survey, logs 994 carnivore signs

Hyderabad: The All India Tiger Estimation-2026 conducted in Telangana has recorded 994 preliminary evidence of the presence of tigers and other c

Mannargudi Rajagopalaswamy temple Maha Samprokshanam performed

Security forces recover arms & ammunition from forest area near LoC in J&Ks Kupwara

The recoveries, which included four pistols, seven magazines, three AK magazines and 308 AK-47 rounds, were made during a search operation in the

Top news of the day: Ajit Pawar, four others die in Baramati plane crash; President Murmu invokes Gandhi and Nehru to urge MPs to act as one in national interest, and more

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UGC rules row: BJP functionary quits, man writes letter in blood to PM as protests intensify in UP

Deoria/Raebareli, Jan 28 (PTI) Protests against the new UGC rules intensified in Uttar Pradesh on Wednesday, with large-scale demonstrations repo

Secunderabad man loses Rs 55 lakh in online betting, one arrested

Hyderabad: The Hyderabad Cyber Crime Police have arrested a 32-year-old resident of Pune for his alleged involvement in an online gaming and bett

Defence-tech becomes key formal job engine; hiring nearly doubles in 3 years: Report

Defence tech hiring in India has nearly doubled over the past three years, rising from around 3,500 roles in 2022 to nearly 7,000 in the current

RANJI TROPHY | Pride at play as Kerala takes on Goa in a battle to avoid the wooden spoon

CRICKET | A green top awaits the two sides at the Goa Cricket Association Ground, enhancing the importance of the coin toss on Thursday; Tejranas

Watch: Ajit Pawars demise: Emotional scenes at Baramati as Supriya Sule reaches Pawar residence

Yuvaraja, Mysuru zoos oldest giraffe, dies at 25

The Mysuru zoo expressed deep sorrow over his demise

Meghalaya group seeks clarity on 1948 merger with India

The Hyniewtrep Integrated Territorial Organisation said the issue concerns national solemn commitments made to the Khasi States at the time of ac

Bharti Singh & Harssh Limbaachiya name their second son Yashveer

Mumbai: Comedy queen Bharti Singh and Harssh Limbaachiya have finally revealed the name of their second son. The popular couple has decided to ca

Watch video Dhanushs sons Yatra and Linga shield him from fans amid crowd during Tirupati temple visit

Actor Dhanush visited the Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanam on Wednesday morning with his sons Yatra and Linga. Videos showed his sons shielding him

60 per cent mental disorders in India found in patients below 35 years

New Delhi: A deeply concerning picture of Indias mental health landscape emerged at the 77th Annual National Conference of the Indian Psychiatric

Anti-tobacco drive in Maddur; 84 cases registered for COTPA violations

All you need to know about: scabies

Scabies is a common skin condition caused by theSarcoptes scabieimite

IIP growth quickens to 26-month high of 7.8% in December 2025

Data released by the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation on the Index of Industrial Production showed that the index last grew fa

PM Modi Describes India-EU FTA as Transformative, Opening Vast Opportunities

Modi praised the NCC rally for youth engagement and celebrated India's heritage, reflecting on recent national pride commemorations and honoring

Marco Rubio is set to warn of future military action if Venezuela's new leaders stray from US goals

Secretary of State Marco Rubio is set to address the looming possibility of military intervention in Venezuela. With the Trump administration loo

Trump warns Iran next attack will be far worse, asks Tehran to quit nuclear ambitions

President Donald Trump has issued a stern warning to Iran. He stated that any further attacks from Iran will be met with a much harsher response.

Chase Bank offering teens free $125 heres how to claim it before April 15

Chase Bank is giving American teenagers a chance to earn $125 in free money. This offer is for a new Chase High School Checking account. Parents

Adani Airports urges India to relax seat caps on foreign airlines

HYDERABAD, Jan 28 (Reuters) Adani Airports on Wednesday urged India to ease limits on how many seats foreign airlines can sell on flights to and

Travis Kelce fears Taylor Swift wedding may collapse if court forces her to testify in Blake Lively trial

Travis Kelce reportedly fears that his summer wedding to Taylor Swift could be interrupted by Blake Livelys continuing legal battle. The lawsuit,

Ajit Pawar family tree: From Sharad Pawar to Supriya Sule - A look at the 'power' dynasty of India

The Pawar political dynasty, rooted in Baramati, has been shaped by Sharad Pawar and contested by his nephew Ajit Pawar, who died in a plane cras

Watch | IndiaEU Free Trade Agreement explained: Biggest trade deal in Indias history

From textiles and IT services to automobiles and wine, this agreement could reshape global trade flows and boost Indian exports, jobs, and invest

New report warns that combined war casualties in Russia's war on Ukraine could soon hit 2 million

A stark report predicts Russia's war casualties could reach 2 million by spring, with Russia facing immense losses, the highest for any major pow

How Ajit Pawars plane crashed in Baramati: Human error or technical glitch?

According to the Ministry of Civil Aviation, the aircraft made first contact with Baramati at 8:18 a.m. and was cleared by Pune approach while in

Bengaluru-Based Entrepreneur Meets Shubhanshu Shukla, Shares Details Of Interaction

Shubhanshu Shukla was recently conferred with the Ashoka Chakra, the country's highest peacetime gallantry honour.

Why clarity is the career skill that separates influence from invisibility

Last moments of Pawar's airplane: poor visibility, go-around, landing clearance, then crash

An aircraft carrying Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar crashed and burst into flames on Wednesday morning. The plane was attempting to

Man arrested for attempted murder of friend in Attapur

Hyderabad: The Attapur police arrested a man for allegedly attempting to kill an individual by attacking him with a blade over a small issue. Acc

Owners Of Swiss Bar Blame Waitress For Fire That Killed 40 People

Le Constellation bar owners blame the waitress for the January 1 fire that killed 40, citing flaming champagne bottles near the foam ceiling.

Will talk tomorrow: Father of attendant recalls her last words before crash

Mumbai: His voice filled with emotion and his eyes welling up, a distraught Shivkumar Mali said his daughter had promised to speak to him tomorro

Delhi HC Dismisses Engineer Rashids Challenge To Framing Of Charges In Terror Funding Case

New Delhi, Jan 28: The Delhi High Court on Wednesday rejected a plea by jailed Lok Sabha MP from Jammu and Kashmirs Baramulla, Sheikh Abdul Rashi

Government Shutdown update 2026: How the next closure could be very different, and why Americans may feel it faster

The US government may face another shutdown as lawmakers argue over immigration and DHS funding. Political tension has increased the risk of dela

Three members from same family arrested for selling ganja in Hyderabad

Hyderabad: The Prohibition and Excise Department team of Telangana conducted a raid at a house in Hyderabads Dhoolpet area and seized nearly thre

Baramati plane crash: Political leaders across nation mourn Ajit Pawar`s death

Leaders across the country expressed grief over the death of Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar in a plane crash, as the AAIB launched an investiga

When India's First Independent Budget Was Read Without A Microphone

RK Shanmukham Chetty, then Finance Minister, stood before the Constituent Assembly without a microphone, reading largely from handwritten notes.

Sunsure Energy powers Max Healthcares Super Speciality Hospital, Noida with Green Energy

Ajit Pawar, six-time Deputy Chief Minister of Maharashtra, dies at 66

Hyderabad wins awards at Mumbais VCCCI Vintage Car Fiesta 2026

Every year, from January 24 to January 26, Mumbai hosts the VCCCI Vintage Car Fiesta, a landmark event in the citys cultural calendar that celebr

Most Mumbai thing ever: Taxi driver overcharges woman, then warns her against such scams

A Mumbai taxi driver's unusual honesty after overcharging a passenger has gone viral. The driver admitted to charging more than the meter and adv

Second government shutdown in months could halt paychecks for millions what workers need to know

Millions of federal workers face paycheck risk as a January 30 government shutdown nears. Congress remains split on six unfinished funding bills.

Ajit Pawars death in Baramati crash revives memories of deadly Ahmedabad plane disaster

The Baramati aircraft tragedy has reopened old wounds for Ahmedabad residents. Survivors recall the devastating Ahmedabad plane crash. Families o

CRICKET | It is a learning experience for me: Niki

Im going to go back and train harder and make sure that next time when Im put under such a situation, Im going to cross the line

Azamgarh: A neighbourhood playschool fills an early education gap

In Chagoriya village of Azamgarh district, a small playschool has begun to draw parents lookingwho earlier had no nearby option for early childho

Prez Murmu cites Macaulay's 'conspiracies' in her Parl speech, hails Somnath's enduring spirit

President Droupadi Murmu highlighted the government's efforts to counter colonial-era inferiority. She emphasized national self-respect and cultu

Storm Chandra : Why the UK's latest tempest is named after the Hindu lunar god?

Storm Chandra is the third storm named by the Western European group (UK, Ireland, Netherlands) for the 2025/26 season. Named after the Hindu moo

Ajit Pawar's Death Sends Shockwaves In Maharashtra's Power Corridors

Ajit Pawar's death in a plane crash this morning has sent shockwaves in the power corridors of Maharashtra.

Phone tapping govt: BJP accuses Siddaramaiah-led Congress of spying on governors phone in Karnataka Assembly

Israeli Envoy Warns of Rising Anti-Semitism, Reiterates Firm Line on Hamas

Marking International Holocaust Remembrance Day in the Indian capital, Israel's Ambassador to India, Reuven Azar, on Monday described the Holocau

Evening news wrap: Ajit Pawar dies in plane crash; Oppn demands 'thorough probe', and more

MUDA case: Bengaluru special court accepts B report filed by Lokayukta police giving clean chit to Siddaramaiah and wife Parvathi

The Court delivered the verdict while rejecting the protest petition filed by complainant Snehamayi Krishna who had questioned the outcome of the

Hyderabads food map adds a new veg landmark with unique dishes

Hyderabad is celebrated across India as a paradise for non-vegetarian food lovers. The citys love for biryani, kebabs and grills is legendary. Ye

Village Administrative Officer arrested for accepting bribe in Nagapattinam

Ajit Pawar death: Deputy CM Ajit Pawar`s body to be cremated with state honours

Ajit Pawar death: Maharashtra Deputy CM`s body will be cremated with state honours on January 29. The state has declared three days of mourning,

Poor visibility suspected during landing in Ajit Pawar aircraft crash: Minister

We will conduct an investigation in a transparent and accountable manner. Preliminary information indicates that visibility was poor at the site

Feeling Gassy, Bloated And Heavy After Consuming Protein? Nutritionist Shares Quick Fixes

Nutritionist Palak Nagpal discusses how to balance protein intake with gut health.

'Blood clots surge like never before': McCullough exposes mRNA COVID vaccine lies at Senate hearing

Opposition Leaders Back Didi's Demand For Probe Into Ajit Pawar's Death

Mamata Banerjee asked for SC-monitored probe for Ajit Pawar's accident alleging that all other agencies have been completely compromised.

Obesity impacts on brain may depend on how fat is distributed across body, study finds

New Delhi, Jan 28: A new study suggests obesitys impact on brain function depends not only on how much fat the body carries, but also on where it

A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms series review: A Hedge Knight shows Westeros how to trim the fat

By trusting us to keep up with a story that stays small and moves cleanly, A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms sidesteps the franchises usual lore-hoa

Men Develop Coronary Heart Disease Years Before Women Do, Says Study

A study has found that men start developing coronary heart disease several years before women, with sex-based differences emerging by the mid-30s

Daily quiz: Pride and Prejudice

Marking the January 28 anniversary of Jane Austens seminal novel, this quiz probesPride and Prejudicefrom its thematic artistry to publication qu

Idol I K-Drama review: Sooyoung and Kim Jae-young helm a whodunit amidst glitz, glamour and deception

A largely engaging whodunit, Soyoung and Kim Jae-young sparkle as the earnest leads in Idol I, a mystery-thriller that makes the best of their ea

Committee to probe rape, assault allegations against Janasena MLA

Amaravati: The Pawan Kalyan-led Janasena on Wednesday, January 28, announced a committee to probe sexual harassment and assault allegations again

From AI To Eco-Innovation: Delhi School Students Showcase Start-Up Ideas At NEEEV Meet

The initiative provides students with hands-on experience while encouraging confidence, critical thinking, and entrepreneurial skills.

Manipal Hospitals Adopts Harrison.ais chest X-ray AI to improve patient outcomes