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Dhurandhar: Rahul Gandhi's name as Executive Producer in Ranveer Singh film leaves netizens confused; here's the truth

Are Rahul Gandhi, the Executive Producer in Dhurandhar, and Rahul Gandhi, the Leader of the Opposition in Lok Sabha, the same persons? Read on to

BJP registers big win in Thiruvananthapuram Corporation polls

Thiruvananthapuram: The lotus bloomed in the state capital as the BJP-led NDA achieved a resounding win in the polls for the Thiruvananthapuram C

Since 2019, a total of 1,106 left wing extremists have been 'neutralised': MHA

NEW DELHI: Since 2019, a total of 1,106 LWEs (Left Wing Extremists) have been neutralised, 7,311 arrested, and 5,571 have surrendered across the

'Absolute privilege': LSG owner Sanjiv Goenka shares heartfelt message after memorable meeting with Lionel Messi in Kolkata

LSG owner Sanjiv Goenka shared a heartwarming note after meeting global football icon Lionel Messi during his Kolkata visit. The emotional post c

Rs 92 crore seized through anti-Naxal operations, severe psychological damage inflicted on 'urban naxals': Centre

The Union Government on Saturday announced it has so far seized assets worth Rs 92 crore through a multi-agency coordinated action against Naxali

Over 200 Suspected OGWs Of Terror Outfits Detained In Kashmir: Police

Srinagar, Dec 13: Jammu and Kashmir Police on Saturday detained around 200 suspected over-ground workers (OGWs) of terror outfits as part of a ma

Indonesia flood death toll passes 1,000

The deadly torrential rains are one of the worst recent disasters to strike the northwestern island of Sumatra

'Plumbers Will Survive AI': Raghuram Rajan Flags India's Failure To Train For Hands-On Jobs

Rajan warned that this skills gap begins early. We are failing some of our kids even in childhood, he said.

Memories in Midst of Madness: Dipendu, Nabi Get Jerseys Autographed

For 35 minutes, as chants of Messi, Messi echoed across the stands

J&K To Get Rs 5.5 Bn Under Externally Funded Project For Tourism: CM Omar Abdullah

Srinagar, Dec 14: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Saturday said Jammu and Kashmir is set to receive an investment of about Rs 5.5 billion in the

Punjab local body polls: CM Mann slams Congress, SAD for accusing AAP-govt of 'high-handedness'

CHANDIGARH: A day ahead of the local body polls in Punjab, Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann on Saturday slammed the Congress and Shiromani Akali Dal

How Stepping Out For A Meal Became Luthra Brothers' Undoing In Thailand

Sources told NDTV that this short outing on December 9 led the authorities to discover that the brothers, for whom the police were searching in I

Arrested Pakistan-trained Terrorist Tasked with Reviving JeM in J&K's RajouriPoonch

The BSF foiled an infiltration attempt along the IB in the Pargwal sector of Jammu by arresting a Pakistan-trained JeM terrorist. The accused, Ab

In Focus podcast | Russia-Ukraine war: Is the 28-point Trump peace deal dead in the water?

Stanly Johny speaks to us about Trumps push for a Ukraine ceasefire, the pressure on Kyiv and Moscow, and whether a peace deal is realistically w

Isha Ambani's soft pink outfit proves minimal fashion and comfort can go hand in hand; SEE pics

Isha Ambani's soft pink outfit highlights minimal fashion, comfort and elegant styling, proving that simple looks can still be stylish and modern

MoS Pankaj Chaudhary likely to be new UP BJP chief; CM, nine other leaders propose his name

LUCKNOW: The ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is set to get its party chief for the Uttar Pradesh unit on Sunday. The nomination process for t

Bigg Boss Telugu 9: Double eviction likely; show to get top 5

Hyderabad: Bigg Boss Telugu 9 is currently witnessing massive hype and craze as the reality show has entered its final stage. With only one week

Any IPL Franchise Looking For An Explosive Batter Will Definitely Consider Salman Nizar : Saba Karim

My top three favourite IPL teams are MI, CSK, and RCB : Sairaj Patil

Kerala local body polls: BJP captures power in Thiruvananthapuram Corporation, ending decades-long LDF rule

BJP-led NDA wins 50 wards in the 101-ward Thiruvananthapuram Corporation, while the LDF was reduced to 29 wards. UDF wins 19 seats, a strong come

Noida Police cuts speed limits after 15-vehicle pile-up on Eastern Peripheral Expressway;checkdetails

The accident occurred after a vehicle heading towards Palwal on the expressway slowed down due to the dense fog near Samadhipur village, a police

Kerala local body polls: Strong showing in local polls widens UDFs path to victory in 2026 Assembly elections, says Satheesan

LoP Satheesan said the UDFs emergence as a big tent accommodating varied social groups catalysed the coalitions best performance since the first

Government Overhauls Bank Exam, Result Timelines: What Aspirants Must Know

Transparency In IBPS Exams: The Department of Financial Services (DFS) under the Ministry of Finance has initiated a series of measures to standa

Cancer, Infertility Linked To Synthetic Chemicals In Food Chain, Scientists Say

A global scientific report warns that chemicals widely used in food production and packaging are driving serious health risks, environmental dama

AR RahmanTo Be Honoured With Lakshminarayana International Award For Contributions To The Field Of Arts

Two-time Academy Award winner and global music icon AR Rahman's work is known for playing a key role in transforming the sound of Indian cinema

Kerala local body polls: PM Modi thanks voters of Thiruvananthapuram for NDAs victory

The NDA won from 50 wards in the 101-ward Corporation, while the LDF was reduced to 29 wards

BJP says 'shame on you Mamata' as Messi event chaos turns into political row; Suvendu Adhikari demands CMs resignation

Messi event chaos: The BJP attacked West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee over chaos at Salt Lake Stadium during Lionel Messi's appearance, alleging mis

Citizens Make A Country Better: Indian Man In Australia Shares Car Park Incident

An Indian man living in Australia shared a video praising an act of honesty after a stranger left a note with insurance details following a minor

Security personnel who died in 2001 Parliament attack remembered on anniversary

Leaders across party lines, families of martyrs, and security forces paid tribute to personnel lost in the 2001 Parliament terror attack. Their s

SSC CGL Tier-1 Result 2025 Date: Know When The Result Is Expected To Be Declared

SSC CGL Tier-1 Result 2025: Following the release of the SSC CGL Tier 1 results, shortlisted candidates will proceed to appear for the Tier 2 exa

Prime organiser of Messi event in Kolkata detained over 'mismanagement' after stadium chaos

The police detained Satadru Datta, the prime organiser of the Lionel Messi football event at Salt Lake stadium on Saturday. Chaos erupted at the

Kerala Local Body Election Result 2025: BJP emerges dominant force in Thiruvananthapuram, PM Modi calls it 'watershed moment'

Besides this, NDA retained the Palakkad municipality after a close battle with UDF and wrested the Thrippunithura Municipality from the grand old

The End of Pax Americana and a Global Duopoly in the Making

The current US National Security Strategy signals more than just the arrival of a multipolar world.

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UP: Three killed, 5 injured as truck collides head-on with auto-rickshaw in Unnao

A tragic accident occurred in Unnao, Uttar Pradesh on Saturday morning. A truck collided head-on with an auto-rickshaw near Makur village. The co

Deputy CM Shivakumar will become Chief Minister on Jan 6: Congress MLA

A Congress MLA predicts Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar will become Chief Minister on January 6. He believes Shivakumar should be given a ch

Income Tax Department cautions taxpayers against rise in fake emails, SMS scams

The Income Tax Department has issued a fresh public advisory cautioning taxpayers--especially senior citizens--against a growing number of fraudu

Lionel Messis GOAT Tour in Kolkata marred by unrest; organiser detained, refunds announced

Fans expressed anger over mismanagement at Lionel Messi's GOAT Tour event in Kolkata. Ticket holders alleged poor organization and limited access

Cameron Green registers as specialist batter for IPL 2026 auction - Here's why it could fetch him 'extra crores'

Cameron Green has registered as a specialist batter for the IPL 2026 auction, a strategic move that could significantly boost his market value. H

Prime organiser of Messi event in Kolkata detained over mismanagement

Satadru Datta was detained for alleged mismanagement of the event from the Kolkata airport where he had gone to see off Messi and his entourage o

Fadnavis slams Congress for questioning renaming of MGNREGA; says Modi Govt brought positive change

The Union Cabinet approved a Bill to rename the MGNREGA as 'Poojya Bapu Grameen Rozgar Yojna', and the number of workdays under it would be incre

Thailand says 4 soldiers killed in Cambodia conflict, denies Trump truce claim

Bangkok said Cambodian forces killed four Thai soldiers on Saturday, after the prime minister denied US President Donald Trump's claim that a tru

Kerala local body polls: UDF retains four municipalities, LDF holds three in Kozhikode

Continuity marks municipal verdict in Kozhikode district amid anti-incumbency trend in Kerala

Man Killed Over Black Magic Allegations in Nirmal District

Victims body burned in forest area; two brothers arrested in Kadem mandal murder case

Shivakumar will become CM on Jan 6: Congress MLA

Ramanagara: A ruling Congress MLA, H A Iqbal Hussain, on Saturday predicted that Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar will become Chief Minister

Delhi: 23-year-old murder accused held after absconding for 14 months

New Delhi: The Delhi Police has arrested a 23-year-old man who had been absconding for over a year in connection with a murder case in outer nort

2001 Parliament attack anniversary: Tributes paid to fallen heroes

New Delhi: Vice President C P Radhakrishnan on Saturday led Parliamentarians in paying floral tributes to those who died fending off terrorists w

Ukraine's Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant temporarily loses power overnight, IAEA says

Ukraine's Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant experienced its 12th loss of offsite power overnight due to military activity impacting the electrical

Wordle Answer Today: December 13 Hints and solution for puzzle #1638

Wordle continues to engage players worldwide with its everyday five-letter challenge, and todays puzzle keeps that tradition alive. Puzzle #1638

How Lionel Messis Kolkata visit turned chaotic: A complete timeline of events

Lionel Messi's much-anticipated Kolkata visit concluded abruptly. Thousands of fans faced disappointment as the planned event descended into chao

Who is Satadru Dutta? All about the organiser behind Lionel Messi's GOAT India tour 2025 and his arrest

Satadru Dutta, the main organiser behind Lionel Messi's high-profile GOAT India Tour 2025, has come under police scrutiny after being arrested. H

Russia hits two Ukrainian ports, damages Turkish-flagged vessel, Ukraine says

Russian forces have intensified their aggression, launching drone and missile assaults on two ports in the Odesa area of Ukraine, with a Turkish-

Messi in Kolkata: BJPleaders,GovernorAnanda Bosequestion governments role

Trinamool distances itself from the chaos, and blames privateorganisersfor mismanagement

Kerala local body polls: Twenty20 crashes in Kochi as Kitex outfit shrinks to margins

While the outfit retained power in Kizhakkambalam panchayat, its headquarters, and Aikkaranadu panchayat, it lost Kunnathunadu and Mazhuvannoor p

Boomers stay late, Millennials burn out, GenZ set boundaries: Welcome to work life in 2025

Modern offices are a melting pot of Boomers, Millennials, and Gen Z, each with distinct communication styles and work philosophies. While generat

PM Narendra Modi renaming MGNREGA to claim credit for revolutionary scheme: Congress

The Union Cabinet has approved a Bill to rename the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA) to 'Poojya Bapu Grameen Rozg

Motion to impeach Justice Swaminathan an attempt to destabilise judiciary: HC advocates

It was a high-handed application of one of the most extraordinary provisions of the Constitution, said designated senior advocates and advocates

Akshaye Khanna, Old Video: An Old Scene From Bollywood Actor Akshaye

Akshaye Khanna has been a part of, including some memorable moments that once again remind people of his effortless talent.

Lionel Messi's GOAT Tour: Kolkata event descends into vandalism after fans fail to catch a glimpse of star

Chaos erupted at Kolkata's Salt Lake Stadium during Lionel Messi's GOAT Tour. Angry fans, unable to see the football star due to VIP crowds, reso

Principal, Staff Nurse Suspended in Baghlingampally Food Poisoning Incident

Minorities Welfare Minister Mohammed Azharuddin took a serious note of the incident and ordered a probe. After an inquiry, Minorities Welfare dep

'Shame on you Mamata!' BJP tears into CM over Messi event mess; makes 3 demands

Chaos erupted at Salt Lake stadium during Lionel Messi's visit, sparking a sharp BJP attack on West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee. Opposition leader

Azharuddin announces action after Hyderabad school students suffer food poisoning

Hyderabad: The minister for minorities welfare of Telangana, Mohammed Azharuddin, on Saturday announced the action taken after school students in

Chaos during Messi's India visit: What really happened at Salt Lake Stadium & what lies ahead

Chaos erupted at Salt Lake Stadium during Lionel Messi's GOAT Tour. Frustrated fans, unable to see the football star, threw bottles and vandalize

Over 150 Detained as Police Intensify Action Against OGW Network in Kashmir

Srinagar, Dec 13: Jammu and Kashmir Police, along with other security agencies, on Saturday launched a major crackdown against the Over Ground Wo

IPL 2026 auction: Top players SRH should target to strengthen their squad

Sunrisers Hyderabad, after a disappointing 2024 season, are looking to rebuild their squad in the upcoming mini-auction. With a significant purse

Chaos in Kolkata: Messi Frustrated, Organiser Arrested, Fans Set Dugout on Fire

What was supposed to be day of unbridled celebration translated into a day of utter chaos.

'No PM does everything wrong': Ex-Congress leader praises party; calls it most effective opposition

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YouTuber Savukku Shankar arrested by Chennai police

When personnel from the Meenambakkam and Madipakkam police stations went to his residence on Saturday morning, Shankar reportedly refused to come

23-year-old murder accused held after absconding for 14 months

The accused, identified as Subhan Khan confessed to his role in the Bhalswa Dairy firing and murder case

Local body poll results signal end of LDFs decade-long rule in Kerala, says BJPs Rajeev Chandrasekhar

BJP Kerala president says the outcome shows that LDFs 10-year tenure has been a complete failure, marked by corruption and administrative shortco

Megastar Greets Venkatesh, the Specialist of Multi-Starrers

Over the years, Venkatesh has emerged as the go-to star for multi-starrers in Telugu cinema.

Who is Satadru Dutta and how is he linked to Lionel Messi's GOAT India Tour 2025? The surprising connection revealed

Lionel Messi's much-anticipated Kolkata appearance descended into chaos after crowd surges cut short his lap of honour at Salt Lake Stadium. Amid

Fire breaks out in 12-storey building in Dhaka; 42 rescued

DHAKA, Dec 13: A massive fire broke out early Saturday on the ground floor of a 12-storey mixed-use building in a market in Bangladeshs capital c

Anderson Diagnostics and MAHE Launch Groundbreaking Centre of Excellence in Reproductive Genomics

Anderson Diagnostics & Labs, Chennai, in a landmark partnership with Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE), today announced the formal l

Chaos At Salt Lake Stadium Over Messi Event; Mamata Orders Probe, Apologises to Fans

It was a dark day for the sports-loving people of Kolkata, says Governor CV Ananda Bose

Gretel Packer, billionaire daughter of media tycoon Kerry Packer, buys $59m property next to her Bellevue Hill home; check her real-time net worth and where she stands among Australias richest

Billionaire Gretel Packer has purchased a neighbouring property in Bellevue Hill for $59 million. This significant acquisition, made off-market,

Russian-French citizen detained in France says foreign states have backed him

MOSCOW, Dec 13: Dual Russian-French citizen Anna Novikova, detained in France on suspicion of espionage, said in a letter obtained by RIA Novosti

Families of Pakistani fishermen arrested by India urge Govt to seek their release

KARACHI, Dec 13: The families of 11 Pakistani fishermen, including two teenage boys, who have been arrested by Indian maritime authorities this w

Fighting rages on Thai-Cambodian border despite Trumps ceasefire claim

SURIN (Thailand), Dec 13: Fighting continued to rage on Saturday morning along the border of Thailand and Cambodia, even after US President Dona

Pilots are 'workmen' under labour law, salary or title not decisive: Delhi High Court

A significant verdict from the Delhi High Court declares that airline pilots fall under the category of 'workmen' as per labor laws. The court em

Mahayuti will contest all local polls together, says Maharashtra BJP chief

The announcement comes in the backdrop of acrimony between ruling alliance partners during the recent local body elections where they were seen p

Gaza amputees struggle to rebuild lives as enclave faces shortages of prosthetic limbs

NUSEIRAT(Gaza Strip), Dec 13: Sitting in her wheelchair, Haneen al-Mabhouh dreams of rebuilding her family, of cradling a new baby. She dreams of

Uttarakhand CM launches Aroma Revolution Policy 2026-36, aims for Rs 1200 cr revenue in ten years

Uttarakhand's Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami launched the Aroma Revolution Policy 2026-36. This initiative aims to significantly increase the

Martyred journalist Hossam Shabats brother dies after Israel denies medical aid

Hassan Shabat, the brother of slain Palestinian journalist Hossam Shabat, died on Friday, December 12, after Israel blocked medical aid from ente

Rajasthan: Infant Dies After Oxygen Cylinder Ran Out In Ambulance

Private ambulance driver abandoned the family at govt hospital

Sonakshi Sinha, Zaheer Iqbal advocate for social media ban for kids in India

Mumbai: Bollywood couple Sonakshi Sinha and Zaheer Iqbal spoke in favour of social media ban for kids in India, following the footsteps of Austra

YouTuber 'Savukku' Shankar arrested

Five others of the political commentator's team were also arrested.

India engaged with Mexico over unilateral tariff hike

NEW DELHI, Dec 13: India is engaged with Mexico over the South American nations decision to unilaterally raise tariffs on a number of products to

Air quality turns severe, GRAP-III restrictions in Delhi invoked

The GRAP Stage III restrictions were last invoked on November 15, but was revoked later after air quality improved with change in weather and blo

Major Crackdown Against OGW Network In Kashmir As Police Raid Several Places, Over 150 Detained

Srinagar, Dec 13 : Jammu and Kashmir police along with other security agencies launched a massive crackdown against Over Ground Workers (OGWs) of