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Singareni Collieries, Altmin to collaborate for battery-grade lithium refinery in Telanganas Hyderabad

The refinery is targeted to commence operations by 2027 and poised to play a strategic role in supporting Indias rapidly growing electric vehicle

Kerala local body polls 2025: Special elections on January 13 in three postponed wards

Postponement was on account of death of candidates. Polled votes to be counted on January 14

IPL 2026 auction: No surprises, we were all prepared on bidding war for Cameron Green, says KKR CEO Venky Mysore

Transcript of the media interaction with Venky Mysore, CEO, Kolkata Knight Riders

Cameron Green Tops IPL 2026 Mini-Auction

Anil Kumble praised Delhi Capitals for acquiring David Miller for just 2 crore, calling it an absolute steal.

Shilton Hospitality Celebrates 20 Years of Purposeful Growth and Announces Strategic Expansion Across South India

Shilton Hospitality , a homegrown multi-brand hospitality group headquartered in Bengaluru, announces its 20th-anniversary milestone as it outlin

Viral: When 5'2 Tall Meloni Saw Mozambique President. He's 6'8

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni was in for a visible surprise when she welcomed Mozambican President Daniel Chapo in Rome last week.

Smriti Mandhana Reclaims Top Spot in ICC Women's ODI Player Rankings

Stars from South Africa and Ireland made gains on the latest ICC Women's ODI Player Rankings

China reiterates demand that Japanese PM Sanae Takaichi retract remarks about Taiwan

Sanae Takaichi had earlier said an attack on the democratically governed Taiwan could be deemed as an existential threat to Japan

R&B Appoints Rajesh Kumar Gupta As In-Charge Engineer-In-Chief (Technical)

JAMMU, Dec 16: The Jammu and Kashmir Government has placed Er. Rajesh Kumar Gupta as In-charge Engineer-in-Chief (Secretary Technical) in the Pub

No fuel for vehicles without valid PUC from December 18: Delhi Minister Sirsa

The Minister said Delhis air quality remained better for nearly eight months this year compared to the same period last year

CSK Full Squad, IPL 2026: List Of Players Bought By Chennai Super Kings

CSK Full Squad, IPL 2026: Here is the full list of players bought by Chennai Super Kings in the IPL 2026 auction.

Sunil Gandotra Posted As In-Charge Chief Engineer (Mechanical)

JAMMU, Dec 16: The Jammu and Kashmir Government has placed Er. Sunil Gandotra, In-charge Superintending Engineer (Mechanical), as In-charge Chief

Modi Announces Rs 2 Lakh Ex-gratia For Victims Of Yamuna Expressway Accident

After an 11-vehicle collision, a massive fire broke out in 10 of the vehicles. At least 14 fire tenders brought the fire under control after seve

IPL Auction 2026: Ravi Bishnoi spins his way to Rajasthan Royals for 7.20 crore

Despite inconsistent recent IPL seasons, Ravi Bishnoi's valuable wrist-spin skill commanded a fierce bidding war, with Rajasthan Royals securing

Rishab Shetty makes first statement after Ranveer Singh 'insulting' Bhuta Kola, ADMITS he's 'uncomfortable' watching mimicry of Daivas: 'I request people not to...'

After Ranveer Singh mimicked the Bootas from Kantara, Rishab Shetty made his first statement, admitting that he's uncomfortable to see such imita

After Cameron Green, SRK's KKR land Matheesha Pathirana for Rs 18 crore at IPL 2026 auction

Shah Rukh Khan-owned Kolkata Knight Riders went on a spending spree at the IPL 2026 auction. After securing Cameron Green for a record Rs 25.20 c

Rob Reiner, Michele death case: Son Nick Reiner 'booked' for murdering his parents, police reveal: 'Charges have not...'

Los Angeles Police Department Chief Jim McDonnell confirmed the arrest of Nick Reiner for the murder of Rob Reiner and Michele.

Quote of the Day by Franz Kafka: Start with what is right rather than Top quotes by the Absurdist fiction novelist

Quote of the Day: Franz Kafka's enduring quote challenges societal norms and encourages moral integrity over conformity. His writings, often char

IPL Auction 2026: Indian spinner Rahul Chahar goes unsold

Indian leg-spinner Rahul Chahar went unsold at the IPL 2026 auction in Abu Dhabi, despite a base price of 1 crore. Chahar, known for his wicket-t

Karnataka government acted on violation of Kannada language Act by two schools in Bengaluru, says Minister Madhu Bangarappa

BJP MLC claims that many CBSE and ICSE schools hardly teach the language, which was evident by the fact that students from such schools struggle

Petroleum products, electronic goods pushing India's exports to China: Govt data

India's exports to China surged by 32.83% year-on-year, reaching USD 12.22 billion in April-November 2025. Petroleum products led this growth, fo

Modi Trying to Eliminate Rural Poor's Secure Livelihood: Rahul Gandhi

The Viksit Bharat Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) (VB-G RAM G) Bill, 2025, was introduced in the Lok Sabha by Union Minister S

Bengal Govt issues show-cause notices to DGP, senior officers for Messi event 'mismanagement' at Salt Lake Stadium

The State Government suspended Bidhannagar Deputy Commissioner of Police Aneesh Sarkar and initiated departmental proceedings against him for rep

Bhogapuram International Airport Trial Run Slated For Next Month

Educity will make many schools and universities available for students and it will help in training students in the aviation sector

Opposition MPs protest against VB-G RAM G bill on rural employment, term it insult to Bapu

New Delhi, Dec 16: Several opposition MPs protested in the Parliament House complex on Tuesday over the VB-G RAM G Bill that has become a new fla

Bihar Cabinet Clears Saat Nischay-3 Development Programme for 202530

The decision was taken at the cabinet meeting chaired by Chief Minister Nitish Kumar.

Delhi car ban and fuel curbs announced: These vehicles cant enter city from Thursday; petrol & diesel wont be provided. Check what's allowed

Delhi Car Ban News: Delhi is rolling out new rules to fight air pollution. Vehicles without a valid Pollution Under Control certificate will not

Altered Photo Misidentifies Bondi Beach Shooter as Indian Santosh Narain'

The image is altered. The original one shows Naveed Akram's name on the licence.

IPL Auction 2026: Big bids for Matheesha Pathirana as KKR secure elite death-overs specialist for 18 crore

Sri Lankan fast bowler Matheesha Pathirana was sold for a significant sum at the IPL Auction. This sale underscores the high value placed on bowl

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VB-G RAM G Bill Tabled in Lok Sabha Amidst Opposition Protest

Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan, while introducing the bill, said the government not only believes in Mahatma Gandhi but also follows his pr

BJP eyes stronger NDA for 2026 T.N. Assembly polls with fresh election in-charge appointments

On December 15, BJP national president J.P. Nadda appointed Union Minister of Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal as the election in-charge for Ta

Rs 1 Lakh Loan Balloons To Rs 74 Lakh, Maharashtra Farmer Sells Kidney

A farmer from Maharashtra was forced to travel to Cambodia and sell his kidney as a Rs 1 lakh loan and the Rs 10,000 per day interest caused his

Delhi Vehicles Ban: Govt's BIG move, restricts entry of non-BS6 vehicles from December 18 to tackle rising pollution

Delhi Vehicles Ban News: The fresh measures come as a thick layer of toxic smog continues to blanket Delhi and surrounding cities, and air qualit

Infopark Kochi proposes shifting SilverLine station to Phase 3 to free up frozen land under Phase 2

Infopark proposal points out that if SilverLine proceeds as per its current alignment, it would be more ideal to have the station in Phase 3 rath

IPL Auction 2026: Indian pacer Akash Deep goes unsold

Indian pacer Akash Deep went unsold at the IPL 2026 auction in Abu Dhabi despite a base price of 1 crore. Released by Lucknow Super Giants ahead

Top 6 Spices That Support Your Brain And Body: Doctor Lists

Many spices have been used for centuries in Ayurvedic medicine and traditional cooking, making them an integral part of daily diets.

Modi Trying To Eliminate Rural Poors Secure Livelihood, New Bill Insult To Bapus Ideals: Rahul

New Delhi, Dec 16: Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Tuesday termed the bill on rural employment an insult to the ideals of Mahatma Gandhi, as he a

Like Fashion, Music Often Circles Back, says Dhruv Dhalla

Fresh off a double win at the CLEF Music Awards 2025, composer Dhruv Dhalla reflects on Ranjhana, the joy of creation, and why music matters more

Who is Aroop Biswas? West Bengal Sports Minister resigns after Lionel Messi's Kolkata event due to...

During the Lionel Messi event, angry spectators resorted to an indiscriminate rampage and clashed with the police, causing an estimated damage of

Please Step Down: PDP Leader Iltija Mufti Slams Nitish Over Hijab Incident

Srinagar, Dec 16: Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) leader Iltija Mufti on Tuesday called Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumars act of pulling down the

IPL Auction: Why Green Will Earn Only Rs 18 Crore Despite World Record Bid

Australian cricket team all-rounder Cameron Green scripted history by becoming the costliest overseas player in the history of the IPL auction.

Here's why Cameron Green will get Rs 18 crore despite being sold for Rs 25.20 crore to KKR at IPL 2026 auction

Cameron Green shattered the overseas IPL auction record after Kolkata Knight Riders outbid Chennai Super Kings in a fierce bidding war. However,

Longest solar eclipse to appear in 100 years on..., will it be visible in India? Check details

A highly rare and spectacular total solar eclipse will be seen. The celestial event will be visible for many regions of the world and in some are

Draft electoral rolls published in Bengal after special revision process

West Bengal's draft electoral rolls reveal 127 Absent, Shifted, Dead (ASD) voters at Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee's booth. The Special Intensiv

Bondi Beach mass shooting inspired by Islamic State: Australia police

Melbourne: A mass shooting in which 15 people were killed during a Hanukkah celebration at Sydneys Bondi Beach was a terrorist attack inspired by

Meet DHRUV64: India's own indigenous chip, taking a step forward towards Aatmanirbhar

IPL Auction 2026: Sarfaraz Khan goes unsold as franchises pass on Mumbai batter

Despite a stellar domestic career and a recent Test debut for India, Mumbai's Sarfaraz Khan went unsold in the 2026 IPL auction. His journey, mar

Goa nightclub fire: First photo of Luthra brothers released after arrest at Delhi Airport

The Goa Police has released the first picture of the Delhi-based entrepreneurs after their deportation, which shows them in custody at the Indira

Manali snow scam: This viral video may make you rethink your mountain plans

Manali snow scam Video: A tourist's viral video from Manali has ignited a debate, alleging local guides are scamming visitors with a small, artif

Govt says 4.75 lakh patent applications pending at processing stage

India has 4,75,814 patent applications pending, with over 4.26 lakh awaiting examination. Annual patent filings have nearly doubled in five years

IPL Auction 2026: Explosive opener Finn Allen sold to KKR for Rs 2 crore in a steal deal

Finn Allen attracted significant interest at the IPL Auction, securing a lucrative deal with XX for XX crore. Despite a limited IPL stint with RC

Quikzii: The New Name for Speed in the UK Market Launches 1-Hour Superfast Delivery Service

Quikzii Ltd. , a new e-commerce and quick delivery platform designed with the backing of modern technology to precisely understand and cater to t

IPL 2026 mini-auction: RCB outbids KKR to buy Venkatesh Iyer for 7 crore

Venkatesh Iyer has been in decent form for Madhya Pradesh in the ongoing Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, where his most recent knock was a 43-ball 70 ag

The Omani Sultan Who Studied In India Under A Future Indian President

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Oman on December 17-18 at the invitation of Sultan Haitham bin Tarik.

CBSE Board Exam 2026: Class 10 Computer Science Sample Paper

The CBSE board exams for Class 10 commence on February 17 and end on March 10 2026 while Class 12 exams conclude on April 9 with specific Compute

Twin States' First SkyWalker Orthopedic Robotic System Launched at Arete Hospitals, Hyderabad

Arete Hospitals , Hyderabad, has become the first medical institution in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana to introduce the SkyWalker™ Orthopedi

Revanth Reddy Presents Telangana Rising 2047 Vision Document to Sonia Gandhi

Revanth Reddy explained to her on Telangana Rising Global Summit 2025 held on December 8 and 9 and various welfare schemes being implemented over

'Revenge for Moose Wala': Newly married kabaddi player Rana Balachauria shot dead during Mohali tournament, attackers opened fire while asking for selfie

In a shocking incident, a newly married kabaddi player and promoter Rana Balachauria was shot dead in Punjab's Mohali during a tournament, raisin

Inside Indias Prisons, Caste Still Decides Who Cleans Human Waste

India cannot claim to have abolished untouchability while sustaining it behind prison walls.

'It is impossible ...': Delhi minister apologises for toxic air; says working to fix it

Delhi's Environment Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa stated that reducing air pollution within 9-10 months is unrealistic, apologizing for the curr

Messi event fiasco: Sports minister Aroop Biswas submits resignation; Bengal CM Mamata to take final call

West Bengal Sports Minister Aroop Biswas has reportedly offered to resign following allegations of mismanagement and security lapses at the Lione

West Bengal sports minister resigns over Messi event debacle

West Bengal sports minister Aroop Biswas resigned on Tuesday, December 16 following the debacle at Lionel Messis match in Kolkata on December 13.

India's exports defy tariffs, strengthen hand in US trade talks

Indian exports saw a significant jump in November, exceeding expectations and defying U.S. tariffs. This strong performance provides India with g

Nepal Kicks Off Tiger Census to Monitor Species Recovery

The survey will be conducted in four national parks in Nepal's forested southern plains, covering more than 8,000 square kilometres (3,000 square

IPL auction 2026: Mumbai Indians snap up Quinton de Kock for 1 crore

Mumbai Indians have secured Quinton de Kock for one crore rupees in the IPL 2026 auction. The experienced wicketkeeper-batter brings significant

Delhi air pollution: Telangana MP rides electric bike to Parliament

Hyderabad: Congress MP from Telanganas Peddapalli constituency, Gaddam Vamsi Krishna, drove an electric bike on his way to Parliament on Tuesday,

PM Modi proposes to double India-Jordan trade to $5 billion in next 5 years

King Abdullah II noted that Jordans free trade agreements and Indias economic power could be combined to create an economic corridor between Sout

Bengal govt show-causes DGP, senior officers for Messi event 'mismanagement' at Salt Lake Stadium

Authorities are taking action following the Lionel Messi event chaos. DGP Rajeev Kumar and Bidhannagar Police Commissioner Mukesh Kumar received

Andhra CM Naidu stresses on need to promote Naturopathy, Yoga for preventive wellness

The CM said the government was implementing the guidelines prescribed by the World Health Organization to meet various standards in the health se

3 Indian students among those injured in Australias Bondi Beach attack

MELBOURNE, Dec 16: Three Indian students were among 40 people injured in the terrorist attack on Sydneys Bondi Beach in Australia, according to a

British Tourist Unknowingly Handles One Of The World's Deadliest Creatures In Philippines

McConnell later said he was unaware of the danger at the time and only understood the seriousness after his post went viral.

India's GDP to grow 7.5% in FY27, inflation to remain benign, Axis Bank economist says

India's economy is set for strong growth above seven percent in 2026. This surge will be fueled by government reforms and supportive monetary pol

Bondi Beach shooting: Three Indian students among those injured

The Indian students identities havent been disclosed and their exact condition has not been formally confirmed yet

Prime Minister Narendra Modi departed for Ethiopia from Jordan

In his first visit to Ethiopia, the Prime Minister will address the Joint Session of Parliament

Government introduces Bill in Lok Sabha to hike FDI in insurance sector to 100%

The common people's insurance has always been the focus of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, and the Central government has provided insurance to the

IPL 2026 to begin from March 26; Cameron Green Becomes Costliest Overseas Player, Bags 25.20 Cr Deal

Mumbai, Dec 16: The 19th edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL) will be held from March 26 to May 31, but uncertainty remains over whether de

Colder Nights Return To Kashmir As Mercury Dips Below Freezing Point

Srinagar, Dec 16: After a brief respite, Kashmir witnessed a sharp drop in night temperatures, with minimum readings settling below the freezing

Unemployment rate falls to 7-month low of 4.7 pc in November

India's unemployment rate hit a record low of 4.7 percent in November 2025. This marks the lowest point since April 2025. Rural unemployment saw

Messi tour fiasco: Show-cause notice for DGP Rajeev Kumar, CP Mukesh Kumar; state seeks explanation in 24 hrs

West Bengal authorities have issued show-cause notices to top police officials, including the DGP and Bidhannagar CP, following chaos during the

China reiterates commitment to global anti-corruption cooperation at UN conference

BEIJING, Dec 16: China reaffirmed its commitment to strengthen international anti-corruption efforts during the opening of the 11th session of th

Bermuda Triangle mystery solved? Scientists may have found a strange secret no one expected

Bermuda Triangle mystery: Scientists have discovered a massive, 12.4-mile-thick layer of unusual low-density rock beneath the Bermuda Triangle, a

Andhra Pradesh Congress chief Sharmila slams Centres move to rename MGNREGA

Stranger Things' Season 5 Trailer Sets the Stage for a Climactic, Emotional Finale

The footage hints that she will push her powers to their breaking point, potentially unlocking deeper secrets about the Upside Down and her own h

Over 600 schools in Sri Lankas cyclone-hit provinces not to reopen for third term

COLOMBO, Dec 16: Over 600 schools in three cyclone-affected provinces of Sri Lanka will not be reopening for the third term, and the students wil

IPL 2026 auction: Cameron Green becomes most expensive overseas player in IPL history, KKR buys Aussie for 25.2 crore

Green surpassed the previous record bid for an overseas player held by fellow Aussie Mitchell Starc (24.75 crore), also by Kolkata Knight Riders

Subhashree Ganguly Warns About Online Threats

Subhashree said that she was taken aback by criticism of photos she posted of herself with Lionel Messi when she realized that her fans had taken

IPL Auction 2026: English all-rounder Liam Livingstone unsold in major shock

England all-rounder Liam Livingstone went unsold at the IPL auction with a 2 crore base price, a surprising turn after being released by RCB. Des

Gunmen abduct 18 bus passengers in Pakistan

KARACHI, Dec 16: Eighteen people were abducted by unidentified gunmen in Pakistans Sindh province while they were en route to Quetta in a bus. T

'Ram ka naam badnaam na karo': Tharoor's sharp dig at govt over VB-G RAM G Bill

Congress MP Shashi Tharoor criticized the BJP-led Centre's VB-G RAM G Bill, calling it an assault on the spirit of the rural employment program.