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Modi Govt Bulldozed MGNREGA, Says Sonia Gandhi, Vows Fight Against New Black Law

New Delhi, Dec 20: Congress Parliamentary Party chairperson Sonia Gandhi on Saturday accused the Modi government of bulldozing the MGNREGA, and a

Hakimi Declared Fit For Hosts Morocco's AFCON Bid

Hakimi has not played since coming off with a left ankle injury in a Champions League game against Bayern Munich on November 4

Global Donors Raise $2.5 Million for Wounded Bondi Beach Hero Ahmed Al-Ahmed

His cousin said he was shot twice, causing nerve damage that required complex surgery

Ishan Kishan's Current Form Proves That Domestic Performances Must Be The Selection Critaria, Not Just The IPL - Sunil Gavaskar

JioStar expert Saba Karim think India's last-minute squad changes for the T20 World Cup was a brave and necessary move

Funeral held for Bangladeshs uprising leader Sharif Osman Hadi

Dhaka: Bangladesh held the funeral of prominent youth leader Sharif Osman Hadi on Saturday drawing a large number of people in the capital amid e

RBI Issues Compounding Order For FEMA Violations In Case Of Janapriya Townships Private Limited

In this case, based on the credible information received, an investigation was taken up by ED for the following contraventions of FEMA, 1999, for

In PM's absence, Bengal Guv launches national highway projects worth Rs 3,200 crore

West Bengal Governor CV Ananda Bose unveiled national highway projects worth Rs 3,200 crore, aimed at boosting economic activities and tourism. P

Tourism Minister releases book on fairs and festivals of Tamil Nadu

The coffee-table book titled Fairs and Festivals: Traditional and Ancient Customs of Tamil Nadu is jointly produced by The Hindu Group and the To

'Considers female students his daughters': Bihar governor defends Nitish in hijab row; what he said

Bihar Governor Arif Mohammad Khan defended Chief Minister Nitish Kumar's actions in removing a doctor's veil, stating Kumar views female students

On way to PM's rally, 3 mowed down by train in West Bengal amid dense fog

The incident occurred between Taherpur and Badkulla railway stations under the Sealdah-Krishnanagar section of Eastern Railway

Why Shubman Gill was left out of India's T20 World Cup 2026 squad: Ajit Agarkar breaks silence

Chief selector Ajit Agarkar explains why Shubman Gill was left out of India's T20 World Cup 2026 squad, detailing role-fit concerns, team balance

India will surpass Germany to become third-largest economy by 2027: Scindia

Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia expressed confidence that India will become the world's third-largest economy by the end of 2027, surpassing

Traffic Curbs, Diversions in Place for AR Rahman Concert in Delhi

According to an advisory, the concert will take place at the Main Arena (Gym) of the stadium from 6 pm to 10 pm, during which traffic movement in

T20 WC: Shubman Gill Ignored; Ishan Kishan And Rinku Singh Make Cut

Mumbai, Dec 20: In a bold move, the national selection committee on Saturday omitted out-of-form vice-captain Shubman Gill from the 15-member Ind

Weather Forecast: IMD issues red alert for dense fog in Uttar Pradesh, orange and yellow alerts in Jharkhand

Imd Weather Forecast: Uttar Pradesh is bracing for continued severe weather as the IMD has issued a red alert for dense fog and cold day conditio

Kerala SIR: large number of ASD entries in some polling booths spark concern

Formal publication of the draft electoral rolls under the ongoing SIR will be on December 23

RBI has allowed compounding of FEMA case against Genpact India: ED

New Delhi, Dec 20: The Enforcement Directorate on Saturday said the RBI had issued a compounding order for Genpact India, against a one-time paym

Bombay High Court orders 50 lakh COVID insurance for family of deceased frontline worker

The Courtsays procedural rigidity cannot eclipse substantive justice;directs the State to adopt a liberal interpretation of COVID insurance schem

Lakdikapul Livingstone: Hyderabadis welcome SRHs new player

Hyderabad: The bond between Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) and their home fans has always been special, with supporters going the extra mile to celebr

UP: Dalai Lamas sister Jetsun Pema offers chivar at Kushinagar temple

Kushinagar (UP), Dec 20: Jetsun Pema, the younger sister of Tibetan spiritual leader and Nobel Peace Prize laureate the Dalai Lama, offered chiva

Hare Krishna Movements Heritage Fest Celebrates Culture, Values, and Young Talent

The festival was organized by SUMEDHASA, the cultural wing of the Hare Krishna Movement, with the objective of nurturing intelligence through cul

Lionel Messi Kolkata event controversy: Raid at organiser Satadru Dutta's home, police reveal shocking details

The Kolkata police's special investigation team (SIT) raided Satadru Dutta's luxurious three-storey home in Rishra early Saturday, following a vi

Sahitya Akademi-Winning Kashmiri Writer Gauri Shankar Rainas Story Collection Now In English

New Delhi, Dec 20: A new collection of short stories by Sahitya Akademi-winning writer Gauri Shankar Raina seeks to capture the nuanced realities

Police raid in Brazil: How Brazil's deadliest police raid turned into a bloodbath

Police raid aimed to neutralize Comando Vermelho gang leadership. Operation faced leaks and a deadly trap for police. Brazil's deadly BOPE police

'Modi govt is correcting Congress's mistakes': PM in Guwahati; hails development of Assam

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday criticized the previous Congress government for neglecting Assam and the Northeast's development. He sai

Coca-Cola Indias Locally Yours Spotlights Resilient Kirana and Dhaba Owners of Telangana

Across Telangana, kiranas and dhabas anchor local commerce by offering essential goods and services to families, travellers, and surrounding comm

In Focus podcast | How can India navigate the new wave of trade protectionism?

Arpita Mukherjee speaks to us about why Indias exports are booming despite higher U.S. tariffs, and the risks hidden behind the headline numbers.

PM Modi's speech at Bengal rally lacks concerns about Matuas' citizenship, alleges TMC

Trinamool Congress criticizes Prime Minister Narendra Modi's rally speech. They allege he showed no concern for the Matua community's electoral r

World Bank approves $700 million to bolster Pakistan's macroeconomic stability

The approval follows a $47.9 million World Bank grant in August to improve primary education in Punjab

BJP will pay for erasing Gandhis legacy: Telangana Congress on VB-G RAM G Bill

Hyderabad: The BJP will pay a price in the future for its attempts to erase the legacy of Mahatma Gandhi, Telangana Congress president B Mahesh K

Global pecking order has changed: Jaishankar jibes Western economic model, points to political stagnation

EAM S Jaishankar has pointed towards a significant shift in the global economic and political hierarchy, reflecting upon India's advantage in hum

War Drama Needs A Different Level Of Physical And Mental Discipline : Varun Dhawan

My physically demanding role in Border- 2 had a rigorous training regime focused on strength, endurance and mobility, says Varun Dhawan

Indian expat wins BMW bike in Dubai Duty Free draw

An Indian expat in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) won a BMW bike in the Dubai Duty Free Finest Surprise Draw, even as the 38-year-old plans to se

Four injured in LPG cylinder explosion near Ponneri

CSK react as Sanju Samson, Shivam Dube seal spots in India's T20 World Cup 2026 squad

Chennai Super Kings react after Sanju Samson and Shivam Dube are named in India's T20 World Cup 2026 squad. The franchise's response highlights p

Making Sense of Shubman Gills Omission From Indias 2026 T20 World Cup Squad

Till yesterday, Shubman Gill was India's T20I vice-captain. Today, he finds himself dropped from the team entirely.

Modi Govt Bulldozed MGNREGA, Says Sonia Gandhi, Vows Fight Against Black Law

In a video message, she said that by weakening MGNREGA, the Modi government had attacked the interests of crores of farmers, labourers, and landl

UEFA fines Israels Maccabi Tel Aviv football club over fans racist chants

The Union of European Football Associations (UEFA) has imposed a 20,000 fine on Israeli football club Maccabi Tel Aviv and prohibited the clubs f

Dr Jitendra Inaugurates International Obesity Conference, Emphasises Judicious Use Of Weight Reducing Drugs

NEW DELHI, Dec 20: Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science & Technology, Earth Sciences and MoS PMO, Personnel, Public Grievance

Bihar Governor Arif Mohammad Khan: 'Disappointed' to witness naqab row'

Bihar Governor Arif Mohammad Khan voiced disappointment regarding the controversy after Chief Minister Nitish Kumar removed a doctor's veil. The

Modi govt bulldozed MGNREGA, says Sonia Gandhi, vows fight against 'black law'

Sonia Gandhi has strongly criticized the Modi government's actions against MGNREGA. She stated that the government is weakening the scheme, which

1st Women's T20I: India, Sri Lanka watch young names' evolution in five-match series

India faces Sri Lanka in a T20I series starting Sunday in Visakhapatnam. The series is crucial for identifying new talent to support the team unt

LG Manoj Sinha Reviews Progress Of Pradhan Mantri TB Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan

Jammu, Dec 20: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha, at a high-level meeting on Saturday, reviewed the implementation and progress of Pradhan Mantri T

India U19 vs Pakistan U19: India look to extend dominance against Pakistan in U-19 Asia Cup final

India clashes with Pakistan in the Under-19 Asia Cup final. India aims for a record 12th title. The Indian team has shown dominance, winning all

SC Imposes Rs 10 cr Each Fine On 10 Dental Colleges In Rajasthan Over Violation Of BDS Admission Rules

The court's stern order came after it found grave irregularities in the admissions process, where the Rajasthan state government, without authori

Need more free trade pacts to compete with Bangladesh, others in textile exports: V-P Radhakrishnan

The Vice President was addressing the Apparel Exports Promotion Council (AEPC) awards event

Telugu Actress Aamani Joins Saffron Party In Telangana

Aamani was inducted into the party in the presence of BJP Telangana State President N Ramchander Rao and Union Minister G Kishan Reddy.

Pfizer and Cipla announce partnership

Cipla now has the sole right to market, distribute and sell Pfizers cough syrup Corex Dx and Corex LS, and other medicines

GHMC replaces over 5 lakh LED street lights with energy-efficient LEDs

Hyderabad: The Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation (GHMC) have replaced 5.53 lakh (5,53,000) street lights with energy-efficient LEDs across

NYT Strands Hints December 20: Spangram, answers and clues for todays puzzle #657

NYT Strands has quickly gained traction due to its balance of structure and creativity. While it borrows elements from word searches, the additio

Disappointed to Witness Naqab Row, Says Bihar Governor

Bihar Governor Arif Mohammad Khan was referring to a video clip which sparked a major political row, which took place on Monday at the chief mini

BJP again attacks Rahul Gandhi alleging Soros link, claims he met 'enemies of India' in Germany

BJP spokesperson Gaurav Bhatia alleged that Soros makes anti-India statements and also provides funds to create unrest in India and attack the co

The life and times of Sreenivasan: Cinema, satire and society

Sreenivasan, a celebrated figure in the Malayalam film industry, has profoundly influenced cinema and society through his sharp political satire

Stella Maris College launches student support network

Russian Journalist Proposes To Girlfriend During Putin's TV Marathon

Russian journalist displayed a poster to his girlfriend during Putin was speaking in his hours-long TV marathon addressing to nation

Bengaluru girl wins bronze at National Roller Skating Championship

The event was organised by the Roller-Skating Federation of India

ISRO completes drogue parachute qualification tests for human spaceflight mission

ISRO's Gaganyaan mission achieved a significant milestone with successful qualification tests for its drogue parachutes. Conducted at Chandigarh'

SSC CGL 2025 Tier 2 Exam On Jan 18, 19; Check Paper-Wise Complete Schedule

SSC CGL Tier-2 Examination 2025: The CGL Tier-1 exams were conducted from September 12 to 26, with a re-examination on October 14, in computer-ba

Assam: Seven elephants killed, calf injured in collision with Sairang-New Delhi Rajdhani Express

The Sairang-New Delhi Rajdhani Express struck a herd of elephants, resulting in the derailment of the locomotive and five coaches.

Regena Cassandrra on social work and her love for acting | This Changed My Life

In an exclusive with The Hindu, as part of This Changed my Life podcast, actor #RegenaCassandrra reflects on completing 20 years in the film indu

Rescued from bonded labour, Telangana woman emerges as sarpanch

Hyderabad: From being a bonded labour to a village sarpanch, life has been a complete transformation for Purusaala Lingamma. The Chenchu Tribal w

J&K Completes Audit Of Govt Websites, Decommissions 35 Redundant Portals

Jammu, Dec 20: Jammu and Kashmir has completed a comprehensive security audit of all departmental websites and decommissioned 35 redundant portal

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Need more free trade pacts to compete with Bangladesh, others in textile exports: Vice President

Vice President C P Radhakrishnan emphasized India's need for more free trade agreements to compete globally in textiles and apparel. He highlight

Osman Hadi's Funeral Concludes In Dhaka

From early morning, mourners arrived in groups at Manik Mia Avenue and soon the thoroughfare in front of Parliament was filled with people. Some

ISRO completes qualification tests of drogue parachutes critical for Gaganyaan crew module

BENGALURU: The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) on Saturday announced the successful completion of a series of qualification tests for t

Global Group Proposes Nobel Peace Prize Nomination for PM Narendra Modi, Puts Spotlight on Consciousness-Based Governance

PM Modi unveils statue of Assam's first CM Gopinath Bardaloi outside Guwahati airport

Prime Minister Narendra Modi unveiled an impressive 80-foot statue of Assam's first chief minister, Gopinath Bardoloi. The statue stands outside

FSSAI Confirms Eggs Are Safe to Eat, Debunks Cancer Risk Myths

In a statement issued on Saturday, the food safety regulator clarified that eggs available in the country are safe for human consumption and that

NYT Connections Answer December 20: Hints, clues and solutions revealed for Saturday puzzle #923

When the game begins, players see a four-by-four grid containing 16 words. The objective is to determine which sets of four share a common meanin

Parliamentary panel flags violations, calls for rigorous implementation of Land Acquisition Act

NEW DELHI: A Parliamentary panel has called for the rigorous implementation of the Right to Fair Compensation and Transparency in Land Acquisitio

17year prison terms: Pakistan court convicts Imran Khan & Bushra Bibi in Toshakhana 2 case

PM Modi Inaugurates New Guwahati Airport Terminal LIVE | Boost to Northeast Connectivity

Quote of the Day by Google CEO Sundar Pichai: 'It is important to follow your dreams and heart. Do something that excites you'

Sundar Pichai, a renowned name in the tech industry, is known for his lessons on success, leadership, innovation and business. The Indian-origin

Bangladesh arrests 7 after horrific lynching of Hindu man ignites outrage

BANGLADESH, Dec 20: Authorities in Bangladesh have arrested seven individuals in connection with the brutal lynching of 25-year-old Hindu man Dip

February 1 On Sunday, Confusion On Union Budget Presentation Date Continues

Suspense over the presentation date of the Union Budget, tabled on February 1 every year since 2017, continues as the said date falls on a Sunday

Pakistani Court Sentences Former PM Imran Khan And Wife To 17 Years In Graft Case

They were accused of selling the gifts, including jewelry from Saudi Arabias government, at prices far below their market value while he was in o

Egypt, Russia highlight strengthening strategic partnership during Cairo talks

Cairo, Dec 19: Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty said Friday that relations between Egypt and Russia have witnessed a tangible upward traj

Trump administration restricts 2 Honduran election officials visas over special vote count

TEGUCIGALPA (Honduras), Dec 20: The Trump administration restricted visas for two leftist Honduran election officials, citing interference in the

Iconic tune that made Komolika a legend, but who sang it?

Hyderabad: Indian television has introduced countless characters over the years, but only a handful have crossed the boundary between fiction and

Under-19 Asia Cup final: India looks to extend dominance against Pakistan

Indias march to the final has been built on an all-round effort, with batters and bowlers gelling together seamlessly to form a formidable unit

Study Abroad In 2026: What Parents Want To Know Before Finalising A University

Study Abroad In 2026: The focus is now firmly on return on investment, employability, affordability, safety, and long-term career outcomes.

Augusta Westland deal: Christian Michel released in money laundering case; remains in CBI custody

A Delhi court on Saturday ordered the release of Christian Michel James from custody in the Augusta Westland money laundering case, as he has ser

Eggs safe for consumption, cancer risk claims unfounded: FSSAI

NEW DELHI, Dec 20: The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has categorically dismissed recent claims linking eggs to cancer risk

G RAM G Bill: J-K CM Says Burdening States Harmful, Questions Removal of Gandhi's Name

Speaking to reporters here, Abdullah also took a dig at the Centre over the name of the new bill -- Viksit Bharat - Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajee

IIFL Finance appoints ex-RBI Deputy Governor B P Kanungo as chairman

NEW DELHI, Dec 20: NBFC firm IIFL Finance has appointed former RBI Deputy Governor B P Kanungo as non-executive chairman of the board. The board

Parliamentary panel calls for rigorous implementation of Land Acquisition Act

A parliamentary panel has urged strict adherence to the land acquisition law. Concerns are raised over violations, particularly in tribal areas.

ONGC Green ties up with IIM Nagpur for research in renewable energy areas

NAGPUR, Dec 20:The Indian Institute of Management Nagpur (IIM) and ONGC Green Limited on Saturday signed an agreement to collaborate on research,

Affordability, post-study work opportunities top priority for students studying abroad: Report

MUMBAI, Dec 20: With the evolving dynamics for those studying abroad, particularly in light of global economic factors and changing visa policies

Dawood Ibrahim's Aide Black Scorpion Tells All About Mumbai Underworld

Shyam Kishore Garikapati, an ex-associate of Dawood Ibrahim, shares his insider experiences in the book Black Scorpion: To Hell and Back.