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ECI appoints five more special roll observers in West Bengal

KOLKATA: The Election Commission of India (ECI) on Monday appointed five more IAS officers as Special Roll Observers (SROs) to oversee the second

Kremlin says India will continue to buy Russian crude if its profitable

On a visit to New Delhi last week, Russian President Vladimir Putin offered India uninterrupted fuel supplies

Trump says Zelenskyy hasnt read US-authored proposal to end Russia-Ukraine war

KYIV, Dec 8: President Donald Trump on claimed Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy hasnt read a US-authored peace proposal aimed at ending th

6 terrorists, 1 security personnel killed in operation in northwest Pakistan

PESHAWAR, Dec 8: At least six terrorists and a security personnel were killed while several others were injured on Monday during an operation in

Uma Thomas says her husbands soul will never be satisfied with the verdict

Will PTs soul be satisfied with this verdict? Never. The concerns shared by the survivor many times during the course of the trial have proved to

Srinagar Police Book Hotels, Homestays, Houseboats for Form-C Violations

Srinagar, Dec 8: In a major security crackdown, Srinagar Police has registered multiple FIRs against hotels, homestays and houseboats for failing

Samantha spotted in Gachibowli, 1st appearance after wedding

Hyderabad: Samantha Ruth Prabhu has been in the spotlight ever since her intimate wedding with filmmaker Raj Nidimoru on December 1. The couple c

Indonesia repatriating 2 Dutch drug traffickers convicted on drug trafficking charges

JAKARTA, Dec 8: Indonesian officials said on Monday that two Dutch nationals imprisoned in Indonesia on drug trafficking convictions will be repa

China positive on Putins India visit; calls for stronger trilateral cooperation

BEIJING, Dec 8: China on Monday reacted positively to Russian President Vladimir Putins visit to India, framing the three countries as an importa

Mandya key to India achieving 20% ethanol blending with petrol target: S.E. Sudheendra

Karnataka State Bioenergy Development Board had set up a stall at Krishi Mela in Mandya to share information on its ongoing bioenergy action plan

RInfra setting up integrated solar manufacturing ecosystem

NEW DELHI, Dec 8: Anil Ambani-led Reliance Group on Monday said its arm Reliance Infrastructure is setting up one of Indias most advanced, fully

No, Former Pak PM Imran Khans Sister Didnt Say Asim Munir Yearns for War'

The video is a deepfake. Sky News' Yalda Hakim did not discuss India or the BJP with Khan's sister Aleema Khanum.

Rupee falls 14 paise to close at 90.09 against US dollar

MUMBAI, Dec 8: The rupee depreciated 14 paise to close at 90.09 (provisional) against the US dollar on Monday, as elevated crude oil prices and p

Jammus Rapid Development Unprecedented: LG Sinha

Jammu, Dec 8: Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Monday said Jammus rapid development is unprecedented, with the administration

Kunnakudi Balamurali Krishnas unhurried rendition underlined the value of musical restraint in classical music

Kunnakudi M. Balamurali Krishna performed at Bharatiya Vidya Bhavans Margazhi Mahotsav-2025.

Starlink reveals residentialmonthly subscription plan in India

The Rs. 8,600 per month fee will include unlimited data, a 30-day trial and weather resilient service that guarantees higher than 99.9% uptime.

Veteran Bengali actor Kalyan Chatterjee dies at 81, played this character in Vidya Balan's Kahaani

Kalyan Chatterjee acted in more than 400 films, mostly in supporting roles. Some of his notable films include Dhanyee Meye, Dui Prithibi, Sabuj D

West Bengal: Humayun Kabir Makes U-turn, Says Won't Quit As MLA

There is no question of my resignation now. I am not stepping down as MLA, Kabir told reporters

Zelenskyy Travels to London for Talks on Peace Plan, Security with European Allies

Prime Minister Keir Starmer was due to gather with Zelenskyy, President Emmanuel Macron and Chancellor Friedrich Merz at the British leaders 10 D

Pawan Kalyan Says Bhagavad Gita, Constitution Are Same, Congress Responds

Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan said that Dharma and the Constitution are the same and described the Bhagavad Gita as the origi

Suitcase culture is in BJP, not Congress, says Karnataka Minister Dr. Sharanprakash Patil

Minister for Medical Education Dr. Sharanprakash Patil alleges that the culture of giving the post of Cm by taking money is in BJP not in Congres

False story created against me has finally collapsed: Dileep

Actor Dileep, reacting to the verdict, said in his statement that a police-led conspiracy and false narrative targeted him for years. He expresse

Release pending 381 crore wage arrears immediately: YSRCP

Bashar Assads fall anniversary: Syrians and their country struggle to heal

The rebels took Damascus on December 8, 2024 while Syrias former President Bashar Assad was whisked away by Russian forces and remains in exile i

The One Tool Every Car Owner Should Use Before Buying Insurance

Why checking your IDV before buying car insurance can save you from major financial loss

Goa nightclub fire: Owner Saurabh Luthra expresses grief, assures management support

A massive fire at the nightclub, some 25 kilometres away from here, late Saturday night killed 25 persons

Actor Dileep Acquitted In Rape Case. Revisiting The Crime That Shook Kerala

The acquittal of actor Dileep, accused of masterminding a prominent Kerala actor's abduction and rape, comes at the end of a nearly nine-year leg

Wordle Answer Today, December 8: Clues and solution decoded for Monday puzzle #1633

Wordle, launched in 2021, is a deceptively simple word puzzle that challenges players to uncover a hidden five-letter term in just six tries. The

A.P. RERA instructs urban local bodies to issue building occupancy certificates (OC) only to those registered with it

A.P. RERA Chairperson urged all agents and developersto compulsorilyregister online at www.rera.ap.gov.in before undertaking sales or marketing.

BJP MPs welcome PM Modi with Bengal next slogans in Lok Sabha after Bihar victory

BJP MPs in Lok Sabha greeted Prime Minister Narendra Modi with Bihar ki jeet hamari hai, ab Bengal ki baari hai as he entered to discuss 150 year

Delhi Blast Case: Court Extends NIA Custody Of 3 Doctors, Preacher By 4 Days

New Delhi, Dec 8: A Delhi court on Monday extended the NIA custody of three doctors and a preacher, who were arrested in connection with the Nov

Tabla maestro Fazal Qureshi to perform at Golconda Fort Festival on Dec 12

Hyderabad: Tabla maestro Fazal Qureshi, who is also the brother of tabla legend Zakir Hussain, is all set to enthrall Hyderabadis along with othe

17-Year-Old Intermediate Student Brutally Murdered in Warasiguda

The suspect used a knife to cut the girl's throat in front of her mother

'Drive Rs 20 lakh EV for free': Influencer shares a crazy hack to own any electric car for free in five years

An influencer's viral post reveals a tax strategy allowing Indians to drive a Rs 20 lakh electric car for minimal cost over five years. By purcha

PM Modi Slams Congress For Overruling Mahatma Gandhis Wishes On Vande Matram, Cites Appeasement Politics

NEW DELHI, Dec 8: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday accused the Congress of breaking into pieces national song Vande Mataram under the guise

Vijayendra Slams Congress Govt, Demands Debate On Karnatakas Burning Issues In Winter Session

Speaking to reporters, Vijayendra said sugarcane, tur, paddy and maize growers are in deep distress due to the negligence and lack of concern sho

Tere Ishk Mein box office collection day 10: Dhanush film stays steady despite Dhurandhar mania, crosses Rs 100 crore in India

The Aanand L Rai directorial Tere Ishk Mein, headlined by Dhanush and Kriti Sanon, performed good in its second weekend despite competition from

Jharkhand government tables Rs 7,721.25 crore supplementary budget in Assembly

RANCHI: The Jharkhand government on Monday presented a supplementary budget of Rs 7,721.25 crore for the 202526 financial year in the state assem

India's review of location-tracking plan 'deeply concerning': Amnesty

India is reviewing a proposal for always-on satellite location tracking on all phones. Amnesty International warns this could endanger human righ

I Also Want To Go Home: IndiGo Pilot Apologises To Passengers Amid Delays

IndiGo is showing steady recovery after a period of major flight disruptions.

Video: Bear Wrestles, Beats Up Zookeeper In China After Smelling Carrots

A black bear suddenly attacked a zookeeper at Hangzhou Safari Park in East China's Zhejiang Province. The bear knocked the keeper to the ground.

Jay Kelly movie review: George Clooney is trapped inside Noah Baumbachs woe-is-me machine

Noah Baumbachs Jay Kelly has the shape of a serious midlife reckoning and the soul of a very expensive comfort watch

Dr Reddys, Immutep ink pact for cancer drug

The agreement is valid forall countries outsideNorth America, Europe, Japan and Greater China

West Bengal SIR: ECI appoints five IAS officers for three Bengal districts

The Election Commission of India has appointed five IAS officers from New Delhi as Special Roll Observers for five divisions in West Bengal. Thes

Japan summons China envoy over fighter jet incident

Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi suggested last month that Japan would intervene militarily in any Chinese attack on the self-ruled island that Beij

Watch: Thailand launches airstrikes along border with Cambodia

SC Asks ED to Respond to Journalist's Bail Plea in Money Laundering Case

The journalist is accused of extortion, the counsel for the ED said and sought a short adjournment on the ground that Solicitor General Tuhar Meh

Ocean waves, forest noise: Can soothing sounds truly deepen your sleep?

This story explains how ocean waves and forest ambience influence the brain, why predictable soundscapes help you relax, and how they support smo

Trends that dominated YouTube in 2025

YouTube says that creators are using tools like the Inspiration Tab, Edit with AI, and Auto Dubbing to simplify complex edits, and reach new audi

Watch: Russias fine with it, but Zelenskyy: Trump says Ukrainian leader hasnt read U.S. peace deal

Who Is Saurabh Luthra, Goa Club Owner Now Facing Action After 25 Deaths?

Saurabh Luthra on Monday said the nightclubs management was deeply shaken by the scale of the loss

Saketharaman chose to open his concert in a unique format

Saketharamans rare Mallari beginning and his expansive exploration of raga Jog were refreshing.

As tensions flare on Israel-Lebanon border, war-torn communities struggle to rebuild

Everything I had, everything I saved, everything I built it's all burned, Ilan Rosenfeld, a business owner said as he scanned the damage of the

SSDI Disability Benefits in 2026 Explained: How to apply for benefits, check eligibility criteria and other key details

Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) offers vital support. Navigating its application process demands patience. New adjustments for 2026 a

Those who did not participate in freedom struggle talking about 'Vande Mataram': Akhilesh Yadav

NEW DELHI: Samajwadi Party leader Akhilesh Yadav on Monday hit out at the BJP, claiming that those who did not participate in the freedom struggl

Kerala court acquits actor Dileep, convicts six in 2017 actress assault case

Kochi: A Kerala court on Monday acquitted Malayalam actor Dileep in the 2017 sexual assault case involving a south Indian actress, while finding

Rewriting history: Gaurav Gogoi hits out at PM Modi for giving political colour to Vande Mataram discussion; adds Congress upheld songs legacy

Congress criticized Prime Minister Narendra Modi for allegedly rewriting history and politicizing the Lok Sabha debate on 'Vande Mataram'. Deputy

Mark Titus Elevated as President - Decorative Business at Nippon Paint India

Nippon Paint India , one of the country’s fastest-growing paint and coatings companies, and part of the NIPSEA Group and a subsidiary of Ni

PM Modi shifts to 'Bankim babu' as TMC objects to 'Bankim da' reference

During a recent session in the Lok Sabha, Prime Minister Narendra Modi showcased his adaptability in language when he initially addressed the est

'With great victory comes great responsibility', PM to Bihar NDA MPs

Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with NDA MPs from Bihar. He congratulated them on their significant election victory. Modi emphasized that great

Bobby Deol pays an emotional tribute to father Dharmendra, celebrates his life and legacy

Mumbai: On the occasion of his father Dharmendras birthday, Bobby Deol paid an emotional tribute, celebrating the legendary actors life and endur

Targeting fatty coat of bacteria can make existing TB drugs more effective, say researchers

The new study identifies how the bacteria survive antibiotic treatment and what contributes to their drug tolerance

Starlink price in India REVEALED: Elon Musk's satellite internet service to cost Rs...

Starlink has not yet revealed the cost of its enterprise or business plans for India.

Quote of the Day by B.C. Forbes: The man who is intent on making the most Powerful quotes for students and young achievers

Bertie Charles (B.C.) Forbes was a Scottish-born American journalist, author and founder of Forbes magazine, widely respected for his human-centr

Red Fort blast case: Delhi court extends NIA custody of 3 doctors, preacher by 4 days

A Delhi court has decided to keep four alleged conspirators in the National Investigation Agency's custody for four more days. Among those detain

Form-C Violations Trigger Crackdown: Srinagar Police Book Hotels, Homestays, Houseboats Across City

Srinagar, Dec 8: In a major crackdown aimed at strengthening security vigilance in the summer capital, Srinagar Police has booked multiple hotels

Suryakumar Yadav spills the beans on Hardik Pandya and Shubman Gill's health ahead of 1st T20I

Ahead of the first T20I match in Cuttack, Team India's skipper Suryakumar Yadav has opened up about the fitness of Hardik Pandya and Shubman Gill

Govt Launches Probe Into IndiGo Crisis; Strict Action Likely, Says Aviation Minister Naidu

NEW DELHI, Dec 8: The government has initiated an inquiry into IndiGos large-scale flight cancellations and will take strict action against the a

Want to lose 10 kg weight in 90 days? Tamannaah Bhatia's trainer Siddhartha Singh shares three simple hacks

Do you want to lose 5-10 kgs in three months? Tamannaah Bhatia's celebrity trainer Siddhartha Singh shared three tips which can help you lose wei

Annamayya District: Chased by Strays, Motorist Dies After Hitting Wall

Panicked over the sudden attack by the dogs, Fazil increased the speed of his vehicle and hit the wall of a temple, leading to his instantaneous

'Very, very strict action': Aviation minister vows to 'set an example' after IndiGo fiasco; what he said in Rajya Sabha

Aviation minister K Rammohan Naidu has vowed very, very strict action against IndiGo for its recent flight disruptions, citing internal lapses in

Fossils, genomes clash as scientists debate the mosquitos origins

The mosquito family Culicidae includes more than 3,500 known species divided into two main subfamilies: Anophelinae and Culicinae. These subfamil

ED Attaches Rs 4,190 Cr in Crypto Cases, Declares Accused Fugitive

Besides, the Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) has also detected undisclosed income of Rs 888.82 crore from virtual digital assets (VDA) trans

Red Fort blast case: Delhi court extends NIA custody of three doctors, preacher by four days

Mediapersons were barred from covering the court proceedings, which were held under tight security in and around the Patiala House district court

1191 Posts Lying Vacant In SAI, Recruitment Process Initiated: Sports Minister In Lok Sabha

New Delhi, Dec 8: Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya on Monday acknowledged that over 1,000 posts are currently lying vacant in the Sports Authori

Mamata Banerjee blames Centre for IndiGo fiasco, says lack of planning was responsible for the plight of passengers

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Monday blamed the Union Ministry of Civil Aviation for the recent IndiGo flight disruptions, allegi

Two persons arrested for assaulting wireman in Chennai

Trump Media to invest 1 lakh crore in Hyderabads Bharat Future City over 10 years

Addressing the Telangana Rising Global Summit, Telangana IT and Industries Minister D Sridhar Babu said that the government will promote AI City

PM tried to rewrite history in Vande Mataram debate, BJP cant blot Nehrus legacy: Cong

New Delhi, Dec 8: The Congress on Monday said Prime Minister Narendra Modis speech during the discussion on Vande Mataram in the Lok Sabha was in

Hilife Jewels Exhibition: An Exclusive Jewellery Exhibition

HILIFE JEWELS will feature over 100 jewellery brands and renowned jewellery designers from across India, showcasing exquisite masterpiece jewelle

Par Panel calls for close coordination between states, developers to push renewables schemes

A parliamentary panel has flagged slow progress in solar energy schemes. Significant targets remain for the Pradhan Mantri Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli

This is the right time to resolve controversy over Vande Mataram

The Parliament opened its winter session this week with a significant political clash over the national song, Vande Mataram. The controversy surr

Inquiry Against IndiGo On, Will Take Strict Action Against Airline: Aviation Minister Naidu

New Delhi, Dec 8: Aviation Minister K Rammohan Naidu said in the Rajya Sabha on Monday that the government has initiated an inquiry into Indigos

Basic Needs Lacking: Nearly 1,600 Dead as Floods Batter Indonesia, Sri Lanka

The downpours and subsequent landslides have injured at least 5,000 others.

Supreme Court grants bail to banned Jharkhand group's zonal commander in extortion, terror financing case

The court passed the order despite the National Investigation Agency (NIA), opposing Bhokta's plea challenging a Jharkhand High Court order denyi

Winter session begins with Karnataka Assembly paying tributes to Salumarada Thimmakka, S.L. Bhyrappa, H.Y. Meti and others

Tributes were also paid to Kannada cine actor M.S.Umesh, known for his comedy roles, and former MLAs R.V. Devaraj and Shivasharanappagouda Patil

Rot In Hell, You Bas****: Indian-Origin Nurse Convicted For 2018 Murder

Toyah Cordingley's body was discovered half-buried in an isolated section of sand dunes at Wangetti Beach, about 40km north of Cairns, on October

Government will take strict action: Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu on Indigo crisis

NEW DELHI: Union Minister for Civil Aviation K Rammohan Naidu on Monday said that IndiGo flight operation crisis is the result of the problem in

IndiGo Refunds Rs 827 Crore In 2 Weeks, Returns 4,500 Of 9,000 Bags

IndiGo, India's largest airline, has been battling with the operational crisis that led to mass flight cancellations last week.

Explained: How The Acne Drug Repurposed For Male Pattern Baldness Works

New 2025 study results show Clascoterone, originally approved for acne, could be the first new effective topical for male pattern baldness in 30