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2026: A Year of Responsibility

With resolutions losing relevance, the year ahead demands clarity of purpose how we set goals, how we behave as citizens, and how we seek guidan

Sunny Leon Event at Mathura Called Off After Protests

Husband Daniel Weber reacts

Earths Best Year Yet

Amid the environmental doom and gloom news, there have been small climate victories

Australia and New Zealand welcome new year with grand fireworks ahead of the world

Economy growing at robust pace, banking sector remains sound: RBI

Mumbai: The Indian economy is growing at a robust pace, driven by strong domestic demand, low inflation, and the healthy balance sheets of banks,

Gig workers strike reveals intolerable working conditions

While India lags in regulatory measures to alleviate their condition, these workers are fighting for the most basic safeguards and against hyper-

Vote chori is taking place via electoral rolls and not EVMs, Trinamool delegation says

The delegation highlights logical discrepancies affecting approximately 1.36 crore voters, including in unreasonable parent-child age gaps, grand

VPA Deputy Chairperson inaugurates heavy duty sweeping machine

Virat Kohli rings in 2026 with Anushka Sharma, calls her 'light of my life'

Indian cricket star Virat Kohli welcomed 2026 with a heartfelt Instagram post featuring wife Anushka Sharma, calling her the light of my life. Th

Bangladesh's Islamist party open to unity government after February vote

Opinion polls suggest that Jamaat-e-Islami will finish a close second to the Bangladesh Nationalist Party in the first election it has contested

Blog: In Manipur, The More Things Change, The More They Stay The Same

Thousands of people in Manipur will spend a third New Year in relief camps. A few of them have returned to villages in the foothills where the di

Mysuru Avadhoota Datta Peetham seerannounces 7-day Bhagavata Yagna in Vijayawada for world Peace

Kuppadam textiles from Chemancheri gets recognition in Republic Day event in Delhi

Two master weavers from the Chemancheri unit of Kozhikode Sarvodaya Sangham have been invited to attend the Republic Day programme

Attack on minorities shows Sangh Parivars duplicity: Binoy Viswam

As China Flays Salmans Battle of Galwan, Indian Government. Backs Film

Theres freedom of expression in India, points out Ministry of Defence

Happy New Year 2026 wishes, messages and quotes to share with family, friends and loved ones

Happy New Year 2026 wishes: As 2026 approaches, New Year wishes offer a moment for reflection and connection. These messages convey love, gratitu

Kerala pastor among 8 held in Maharashtra over religious conversion bid; CM Vijayan slams move

Parliament Spent Less Than 30% Time On Lawmaking: PRS

Less than 30 per cent of the time was spent on legislative business. This includes the time spent on discussing and passing Bills: Reports

France Plans to Ban Social Media Access for Children Under 15

In a move to enhance digital protection for minors, France's new draft law seeks to ban social media use for children under 15. This initiative,

New district nameboards replace old ones in Markapuram

Vijay Hazare Trophy: Utkarsh, Shikhar power Jharkhand past Tamil Nadu

The openers put on 201 to make short work of the target of 244; Aparajiths century and Edens six-hitting heroics help Kerala pull off a heist aga

Transfers, postings of officers internal administrative decisions, says DGCA

New Delhi: Aviation watchdog DGCA on Wednesday said officers transfers and postings are internal administrative decisions and that any speculatio

How Madhavbaug Integrates Ancient Ayurvedic Wisdom With Modern Diagnostics and Technology

Woman ends life due to dispute with another family

Labour ministry notifies draft Rules across four Labour Codes

The ministry of labour and employment, on Wednesday, notified draft Rules for Code on Wages, Code on Social Security, the Industrial Relations Co

Extended Liquor Sale Hours Likely to Boost Revenue on New Year Eve in AP

Accordingly, retail liquor shops will be permitted to sell liquor up to 12 midnight

A major Social Security change hits in 2026 what it means for your benefits and retirement plans

A major Social Security change in 2026 will raise the wage cap, making some workers pay more payroll tax. The update mainly affects high earners

Sarfaraz Khan makes selection case with 157 in Vijay Hazare Trophy; Arjun Tendulkar faces heat after costly spell

Mumbai batter Sarfaraz Khan made a strong case for national selection with an aggressive 157 in the Vijay Hazare Trophy, while Arjun Tendulkar en

Rectify Mistake: BJP Slams Muslim Group's Objections To Vande Mataram

A Muslim group's objections to a music competition themed on the national song, Vande Mataram, have been sharply criticised by the BJP.

Family members refuse to receive body after pregnant woman dies at Coimbatore Medical College Hospital

Fissures in Mahayuti? BJP MLA says 'workers feeling neglected'; seat-sharing talks in focus

Exporters welcome market access support intervention

Piped Cooking Gas Prices Cut By Rs 0.7 A Unit In Delhi-NCR

Indraprastha Gas Ltd, India's largest city gas retailer, on Wednesday announced a Rs 0.70 cut in prices of natural gas piped into household kitch

Cabinet decides to convene Assembly session from January 20

555 lost mobile phones found and restored to owners in Madurai city

Telanganas tourism department clocks major wins in 2025

Hyderabad: Telangana secured investment commitments of Rs 22,324 crore in the tourism sector during 2025. The department on Wednesday released it

Murders, Major Crimes Decline in Nellore in 2025, Says SP

The SP said the police would continue to work closely with citizens to curb crime and ensure safety.

BS Medical Students Abroad Before 2021 Must Complete One-Year Internship: NMC

The NMC said the requirement has been introduced to ensure adequate clinical exposure to the Indian healthcare system, alignment with national tr

Syndicate cancels charges against Calicut varsity teacher, V-C to report them to Chancellor

Video Showing Garbage Dump At 13,000 Feet In Himachal Pradesh Sparks Outrage Online

Himachal Pradeshs Manimahesh Yatra pilgrimage site is shown littered with plastic waste in a viral video, leading to public criticism of tourists

Rupee slumps 5pc in 2025, closes at 89.88 as foreign funds exit

Mumbai: The rupee slumped 5 per cent in 2025 as persistent capital outflows from foreign investors, alongside heightened dollar demand from impor

Malnad Area Development Board for loan from NABARD to improve connectivity in Malnad region

TDP recognises hard work, loyalty in cadres, assures Narayana

Second phase of Indiramma houses from April, says Ponguleti Srinivas Reddy

'USAID funded Trump impeachment': When Shellenberger 'exposed' Deep State at US hearing |2025 REWIND

ED Attaches 150-Cr London Property Near Buckingham Palace In S Kumars Fraud Case

The high-value property, located close to Buckingham Palace, is held under the beneficial ownership of Nitin Shambhukumar Kasliwal and his family

DMK memorandum to V-P seeks Statehood, fast-tracking of development

The DMK memorandum also echoed the appeal made by Chief Minister N. Rangasamy, in seeking the implementation of 25% quota for domicile students i

Tamil Nadus first jallikattu of 2026 to be held at Thatchankurichi on January 3

Preparatory arrangements underway at the event venue, police to prepare bandoust scheme

Akka Pade launched in Dakshina Kannada district to ensure the safety of women and children

The Akka Pade scheme is being jointly implemented by the Department of Women and Child Development and the police departments

Kannada play in Belagavi tomorrow

Building next-gen infrastructure for growth: PM Modi on cabinet nod to construct new highway

Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced new highway projects approved by the Union Cabinet. A new six-lane greenfield corridor will connect Nashik

Mahakalipadpu twin RuB opening caught in bureaucratic hassles

Missing yet another deadline to open the facility, MSCL now states that it will be opened in the first week of January

TD Completed 87% of Polavaram Works: Nimmala

He added that works on the Polavaram Left Main Canal would be completed by 2026 to supply water to Anakapalli.

Telangana DCA reports 244 drug seizures, detects 84 sub-standard medicines in 2025

Trump administration to distribute $50 billion in payments to states what it means for you

Trump administration payments to states: The Trump administration is launching a $50 billion initiative to bolster rural healthcare, with payment

Indian Economy Robust, but Geopolitical and Trade Risks Persist: RBI Financial Stability Report

Malhotra noted that the Indian economy and the financial system remain robust and resilient, supported by strong growth, benign inflation, health

Let Lord Shiva Forgive Them: Union Minister On Deepam Row In Tamil Nadu

The opposition to lighting the lamp atop the Thirupparankundram hill was politically motivated and lacked understanding of the cultural significa

Become centre for creating youth enthusiastic about rural development, university told

Mahatma Gandhi Rural Development and Panchayat Raj University organises a special lecture on Gandhian Thought in Gadag

Badugu Chandrasekhar Is New Nalgonda Collector

He took charge in his chamber at the district collectorate at 1.30 pm in the presence of the additional district collectors: Reports

PUCL to hold black robes demonstration in Mysuru to condemn honour killing

After 36 Lakh Loot, Fresh ATM Robbery Bid in Nizamabad Triggers Panic

Officials noted that the city has witnessed a spate of ATM crimes in recent days.

Watch: In 2026, will regional parties challenge BJPs dominance in Maharashtra?

In this year-ender special episode of Pulse Maharashtra, Vinaya Deshpande decodes if the regional parties will challenge BJPs dominance in the st

Theft at Durga Temple: Thief Held, Gold Worth 25 Lakh Seized

Using Command Control CCTV footage & call detail records, police tracked the suspect and detained him near the Tarapeta Church area on December 3

Warangal Students Fight Back Drunk Youths Attacking Their Tourist Bus

The students were on an educational tour when their bus stopped at the petrol pump for refuelling. At that time, a group of youths, who were repo

Devotees throng temples in Tirupati for Uttara Dwara Darshan

Ram Charan and Sukumar To Collaborate

Both the star and the director are looking for fresh focus after Peddi and the Pushpa franchise, respectively

Tonbo Imaging India files with SEBI for IPO

BJP to focus on winning Telangana and Karnataka after assembly polls

Hyderabad: After the assembly elections in Tamil Nadu, West Bengal, and Uttar Pradesh, the BJP leadership will focus on winning Telangana and Kar

Kuvempu University staff demand Old Pension Scheme on par with State government employees

Man sentenced to life for rape and murder of nine-year-old boy in Moinabad

Thoothukudi Corporation initiates action to open eco-park, boat club for Pongal holidays

Cong. leaders accuse former DCC secretary of misleading voters on party symbol in Mattathur

Defeated UDF candidates say move cost UDF victory; warn against readmission of T.M. Chandran

Public consultation planned in Belagavi before starting flyover construction

A sum of 270 crore has already been released, says Minister

Ex-Bengal Minister Kanti Ganguly summoned for SIR hearing on Jan 2

Nearly 15 years after the Left Front lost power in the State, Mr. Ganguly continues to remain active at the grassroots.

Six men sentenced to 20-year RI for 2016 abduction and gangrape attempt near RGIA

CIA strikes on Venezuelan land, NOT US Military? Trump No Comment | Congressional report pending

Andhra Pradesh power sector charting the course for net zero carbon emissions

Sustainability, efficiency, and affordability are the pillars of the sectors transformation, says Chief Secretary Vijayanand

Happy New Year eve 2026: What to watch, stream on December 31

Happy New Year eve 2026: One of the new offerings this week doubles as a music and television option, just in time for New Year's Eve, while Netf

New postings for IPS officers in Kerala

Inter-State Burglar Held With 16-Lakh Haul

The case was reported on December 19 when a resident of Munnangi village under Kollipara police station limits found his locked house burgled. Go

4,250 acres to come under natural farming in Mandya: Mandya Zilla Panchayat CEO

Collector Calls For Grand, Tourist-Friendly Flamingo Festival2026

The festival will be held for two days across seven locations

2025 Sees Highest Organ Donations in Andhra Pradesh, 93 Donors Give 301 Organs

Live organ transplantation, especially of kidneys and liver, has also been an important aspect.

Tirupati sheds Gudur and embraces Kodur, while Kadapa gets back Rajampeta

The district reorganisation exercise has not only reshaped the eastern Rayalaseema districts, but also undone the anomalies left behind by the si

Bescom launches mobile app to monitor preventive maintenance of distribution transformers

Telangana High Court cancels bail of opium suppliers after EAGLE Force appeal

Woman gangraped in moving van, thrown on road; 2 men arrested

Faridabad: A woman was allegedly gangraped in a moving van through the night and thrown out of the speeding vehicle, suffering serious head and f

Swachhta Pakhwada programme held at ICAR-CMFRI regional station in Thoothukudi

International convention of Theosophical Society inaugurated

Hyderabad Numaish 2026: Here are the routes to escape traffic

Hyderabad: Ahead of the All India Industrial Exhibition, also known as Numaish, Hyderabad Police Commissioner, VC Sajjanar, announced traffic res