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Tradition in transition: classical dancers on keeping step with change

Exponents from various classical dance forms debated on the tradition versus innovation conundrum at a recent seminar in Mumbai

Hyderabad airport receives three bomb threats for incoming flights

Hyderabad: Rajiv Gandhi International Airport has received three bomb threats to flights coming from different cities, including two internationa

Visakhapatnams Adani Gangavaram Port besieged by workers

Hundreds of port workers reached on Monday (December 8, 2025) morning along with their families including women and children

Rupee falls 16 paise to 90.11 against U.S. dollar in early trade

Forex traders said strong dollar demand from corporates, importers and foreign portfolio investors pressurised the rupee

Fresh bomb threats hit three flights to Hyderabad; second scare in a week at RGIA

HYDERABAD: Rajiv Gandhi International Airport has received three bomb threats to flights coming from different cities, including two internationa

Subhash Ghai wishes Happy Birthday to Dharmendra, Our He-Man screen star for 60 years

Mumbai: Filmmaker Subhash Ghai penned a warm birthday wish for Dharmendra, the He-Man of Bollywood. HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO OUR HE-MAN SCREEN STAR FOR

P.T. Thomas and Balachandrakumar, two key persons in Kerala actor rape case, no more as court set to deliver verdict

Former legislator P. T. Thomas and director P. Balachandrakumar played pivotal roles at different points during the eightyearold case

Who is Sunny Reddy? Indian origin American elected as Co-Chair of Michigan Republican Party

Indian American entrepreneur and community leader Sunny Reddy was unanimously elected Co-Chair of the Michigan Republican Party, marking a breakt

6000 police personnel to be deployed for Telangana Rising Global Summit

Hyderabad: As the 2-day Telangana Rising Global Summit begins on Monday, state Director General of Police B Shivadhar Reddy announced on Sunday,

Over 5 lakh Waqf properties uploaded on UMEED portal, 2.16 lakh approved by deadline

NEW DELHI: A total of 5.17 lakh Waqf properties were initiated on the UMEED portal while 2,16,905 properties were approved by the designated appr

Heres everything thats happening at the Telangana Rising Global Summit

Netflix Confirms Kaantha OTT Release Date

Dulquer Salmaans Kaantha is gearing up for its digital premiere.

The political overtones in the a apolitical Nuh padyatra

In Haryanas Nuh, a 10-day padyatra was planned to raise issues like better infrastructure and to attract capital.Ashok Kumarfinds that though the

Three cousins die after bike falls into drain in Mathura; UP CM condoles deaths

MATHURA: Three cousins on way to attend a relative's engagement ceremony were killed after their motorcycle fell into a drain here, police said o

Parliament winter session LIVE updates | PM Modi to initiate debate on 'Vande Mataram' in LS

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will initiate a 10-hour debate in the Lok Sabha on Monday to mark the 150th anniversary of the national song Vande M

Forces chose restraint in Op Sindoor, could have done much more: Rajnath

Leh, Dec 7: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Sunday said the armed forces could have done much more during Operation Sindoor in the aftermath of

Amazon is unlocking AI for Bharat

Amazon has also committed to bringing AI literacy and career awareness to 4 million government-school students by 2030.

Road accident claims life of 18-year-old girl in Hyderabad

Hyderabad: In a road accident, an 18-year-old girl died on the spot in Hyderabad. The incident took place on Sunday. The accident took place in t

IndiGo flight operations stabilising, cancellations down to 650

NEW DELHI: Air travel chaos due to IndiGos operational disruptions continued on Sunday, though the situation appeared to improve with the country

IndiaLand Group plans data centre near Chennai

Investment in the centre could be between 500 crore and 2,000 crore depending upon market conditions

Railways expand with 124 coaches, 89 trains amid IndiGo disruptions; heres all you need to know

Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar directs urgent measures to curb rising air pollution in Bengaluru

The direction came in response to an appeal by MLC and State Guarantee Schemes Implementation Authority Vice-chairperson Dinesh Gooligowda, who c

Delhi Traffic Advisory: Restrictions near Red Fort ahead of UNESCO event until December 13; Check affected areas and diversions

Delhi Traffic Police have issued advisories as major restrictions are in place near Red Fort from December 8-13 due to the UNESCO Intangible Cult

Sajad mocks Omar as Mr Bechara over Governance failures

Srinagar, Dec 7: Peoples Conference president Sajad Gani Lone on Sunday accused Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah of playing helples

IndiGo Crisis: Hundreds of Flights Cancelled Across Major Airports

Hyderabad's Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (RGIA) also saw a severe impact, with 77 IndiGo flights disrupted as of today, including 38 arriva

IndiGo shares sink over 6.5 pc amid ongoing flight disruptions

Mumbai: Shares of InterGlobe Aviation, the parent company of IndiGo Airlines, fell sharply in early trade on Monday, dropping 6.6 per cent to an

Parliament Winter session Day 6 LIVE: PM Modi to initiate debate on Vande Mataram in Lok Sabha today

Congress fields its Deputy Leader in the Lok Sabha Gaurav Gogoi, Wayanad MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra for the debate

Vande Mataram row explained: What it means, its Anandamath novel link, were some stanzas removed and why its political again

Vande Mataram lyrics, meaning, and its novel origin: Parliament will hold a special discussion on Vande Mataram's 150th anniversary. Prime Minist

Kerala local body polls 2025: With over 100 young candidates, CMP hopes to make a comeback

As a political group with no community support and religious leanings, we are happy at the representation we got from the UDF. Though we have com

Chinese national detained for visa violation in Ladakh

Srinagar, Dec 7: An unusual chatter on the Internet intercepted by the army alerted security agencies in the Kashmir valley, leading to the deten

Four arrested in Goa Arpora restaurant fire remanded to police custody

Four staff members have been arrested following a devastating fire in Arpora, North Goa. The blaze claimed 25 lives, including tourists and staff

Chinese Man Detained In J&K, Searched Article 370, CRPF Deployment On Phone

An unusual chatter on the Internet intercepted by the army alerted security agencies in the Kashmir valley, leading to the detention of a Chinese

Terror hideout busted in Dodas Bhallara forest

Jammu Tawi, Dec 7: Security forces on Sunday launched a search operation in Doda district, during which an SLR rifle and ammunition were recovere

Budget gap explained: What it means and how the government fills it

India has successfully met its fiscal deficit target for FY25 at 4.8% of GDP, with a further reduction planned to 4.4% for FY26. This achievement

Goa government cracks down on 'Romeo Lane' chain after deadly club fire; two properties sealed

The Goa government has intensified action against the Romeo Lane hospitality chain after a devastating fire at one of its clubs killed 25 people

Navjot Kaur Sidhu accuses Congress of 'money-driven CM picks'; party hits back, BJP joins row

Former Congress MLA Navjot Kaur Sidhu has sparked a major controversy by alleging that 500 crore is needed to become the Congress Chief Ministeri

BJP Vs NCP And A 'Royal Enfield' Bet In Maharashtra Local Body Polls

While Machhindra Karanawar is supporting the NCP(SP) candidate Reshma Adgale, Dada Tarange is betting on the BJP's Pooja Kothmire.

CM Adityanath Urges UP Residents to Verify IDs Amid Anti-Infiltrator Drive

The security of the state is our collective responsibility because security is the foundation of prosperity, he said

IBM nears roughly $11 billion deal for Confluent: Report

Confluent has a market capitalization of about $8.09 billion, as per LSEG-compiled data

Vande Mataram: How a 19th-century poem became Indias national song

Vande Mataram Song History: Vande Mataram, penned by Bankim Chandra Chatterjee in the 1870s, went on to become a powerful anthem of Indias freedo

'Russia must be held accountable for daily strikes, constant terror, war itself' : Zelenskyy

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Veteran Bengali actor Kalyan Chatterjee dies at 81

KOLKATA: Veteran Bengali actor Kalyan Chatterjee died at a government hospital here, West Bengal Motion Picture Artists Forum said in a statement

Two die in accident in Hyderabads Moula Ali

Hyderabad: Two people died in an accident in Hyderabads Moula Ali area early on Sunday, December 7. The car rammed into a divider while they were

Safe, Shaken: DJ Set To Perform At Goa Club Says Fire Started Before She Reached

Mita Nikki, known as DJ Nicky, said she was on the way to the Birch by Romeo Lane when the fire broke out, killing 25 people.

Smriti Mandhana-Palash Muchhal wedding called off: Duo's Sangeet video goes viral, shows them grooving to 'Tenu leke main jawanga'

India cricketer Smriti Mandhana confirmed for the first time that the wedding with Palash Muchhal was off and requested privacy for both families

10 Naxalites Surrender in MP; CM Says Dindori, Mandla Free of Naxal Menace

The Naxalites, including four women, laid down their modern weapons, including AK-47 and INSAS rifles

New Clashes At Thailand-Cambodia Border. A Look At Their Militaries

Thailand has launched air strikes along its disputed border with Cambodia, its military said, after both countries accused each other of breachin

China's November exports top expectations, imports underperform

China's exports saw a strong rebound in November, exceeding expectations. This surge was partly due to a tariff agreement with the United States.

61 pc candidates take JK Combined Services Exam amid NC Govt-Lok Bhawan row

Jammu Tawi/Srinagar, Dec 7: Around 61 per cent of candidates appeared for the Combined Competitive Examination (CCE) on Sunday as the Jammu and K

AAP's Sanjay Singh seeks discussion in RS on Delhi's health emergency, rising crime and demolitions

The Winter Session of Parliament has begun. Today, the Lok Sabha will discuss the 150th anniversary of Vande Mataram. Prime Minister Narendra Mod

AAP MP Sanjay Singh Seeks Debate in RS on Delhi's Health Emergency

Singh demanded an urgent discussion on what he described as a 'public health emergency' in Delhi, the rising crime, and the humanitarian crisis c

UIDAI to introduce new rule mandating registration of entities seeking Aadhaar-based verification

The new verification process will also resolve issues related to several works that get hampered due to downtime of intermediate servers that con

Economy pivot makes Putins Delhi visit all the more significant

Cooperation extends to mutually beneficial new sectors By K Raveendran Russian President Vladimir Putins visit has drawn attention for the way i

Goa Nightclub Fire: CM Pramod Sawant says indoor electric firecrackers likely behind blaze that claimed 25 lives

The preliminary enquiry into the North Goa nightclub fire tragedy that claimed 25 lives suggested indoor 'electric firecrackers' as the likely ca

Delhi-NCR air quality remains in 'very poor' levels, AQI crosses 318-mark in Anand Vihar, Bawana, Chandni Chowk; Check area-wise pollution levels

Several areas, including Anand Vihar, India Gate, Dwarka and ITO, reported thick haze early this morning, with visibility remaining significantly

West Bengal Govts assurances, work on testing Labs for Tea industry not progressing

Producers facing quality issues quality issues as competition from Sri Lanka gets stiffer By Ashis Biswas KOLKATA: Despite official assurances t

Netflixs $82.7 Billion deal with Warner marks Silicon Valleys quiet takeover of Hollywood

Merger will lead to Worlds largest streaming company with 300 million paid subscribers By T N Ashok NEW YORK: In a deal that could redraw the en

Quote of the day by Helen Keller: 'When one door of happiness closes, another opens, but...'

Helen Keller, a remarkable humanitarian and writer, overcame deafness and blindness to inspire millions and remains one of the most iconic person

Palash Muchhal's BIG move after cancelled wedding to Smriti Mandhana, deletes...

Palash Muchhal deleted proposal video, World Cup victory celebration clip, after calling off wedding with Smriti Mandhana.

Babylon available on multiple platforms online to stream, rent or buy: Heres how to watch the Brad Pitt and Margot Robbie starrer film on OTT

Babylon, the Margot Robbie and Brad Pitt film, is now available for streaming on Netflix starting December 7, 2025. Viewers can also find it on P

Terror Hideout Busted In J&K's Forest Area, Rifle, 22 Live Bullets Found

The recovery of these arms and ammunition marks a significant step toward strengthening the security grid in the region and preventing their pote

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30th International Film Festival of Kerala to open with Palestine film

Thiruvananthapuram: The 30th International Film Festival of Kerala (IFFK) beginning here on December 12, will open with the film Palestine 36, di

Trump-brokered peace deal breaks as Thailand attacks Cambodia; What triggered clashes that has displaced nearly 4 lakh people

Thailand launched air strikes on Cambodia after accusing its forces of violating a ceasefire, resulting in at least one Thai soldier's death. Thi

Thailand launches air strike on Cambodia amid rising border tensions, 1 killed and several injured; Here's what we know so far

A Thai soldier was killed and four others were injured after Thailand carried out air strikes along the disputed Cambodia border. Cambodia condem

Quote of the day by Jawaharlal Nehru: 'The policy of being too cautious...'

Jawaharlal Nehru's enduring words offer practical wisdom for navigating modern challenges. His quotes, like The policy of being too cautious is t

New Video Shows Moment When Massive Fire Broke Out At Goa Nightclub, Killing 25

A new video has surfaced of a massive fire at a nightclub in North Goa that broke out on Sunday and turned into a death trap, claiming 25 lives,

Schools In These Regions To Remain Closed From December 8 To 14, Check Details

School Holidays In December: The extended closure has come as a relief for students who were facing difficulties attending school in the harsh we

Thailand launches air strikes at Cambodia as border tensions reignite

Thailand has launched air strikes along its disputed border with Cambodia after accusing Phnom Penh of breaching a ceasefire. Fresh clashes erupt

90% of eco park work at Raman Thangal Lake completed

The project involves the removal of water hyacinth and terrestrial weed species across the lake

Trump airs doubt about Netflix acquisition of Warner Bros.

Warner Bros. Discovery officially put itself up for sale in October after receiving multiple unsolicited offers

Goa nightclub tragedy: CM Sawant reveals likely causes behind deadly fire that claimed 25 lives

A devastating fire at a North Goa nightclub, reportedly sparked by electric firecrackers, claimed 25 lives and injured six. Investigations reveal

LS to Hold Special Discussion on 150 Years of Vande Mataram Today

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will address the discussion at 12 noon today. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh is also scheduled to speak at the concl

Thailand launches air strikes against Cambodian military: Army

One soldier was killed and four wounded during the clashes, the Army said

IndiGo flight status: Delhi Airport issues BIG advisory, warns passengers on delays; check details

While IndiGo has attempted to calm nerves by assuring passengers that operations are expected to stabilise between December 10 and 15, the normal

Not about gym or diet: Harvard-trained doctor reveals 8 easy habits to instantly upgrade your health before 2026

As 2025 ends, focus on small, consistent habits for better health. Dr Saurabh Sethi suggests starting days with gratitude and morning sunlight. G

'Asking leave is like begging in India': Techie in Singapore contrasts work culture, sparks debate online

An Indian working in Singapore has exposed the stark work culture divide saying that if you ask leave in India, its equal to begging. However, in

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Indias organ transplant system faces challenges due to unclear brainstem death certification which hinders donations. Legal clarity is necessary

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Parliament Winter Session Day 6 LIVE Updates: Parliament Sets Stage For Vande Mataram Debate, PM Modi, Top Ministers To Speak

Parliament is set to hold a special discussion on Vande Mataram in both Houses as the national song completes 150 years. The Lok Sabha will take

Vande Mataram debate in Lok Sabha: Thank BJP govt for highlighting lost heroes marginalised by Nehru-Gandhi politics

Eli Lilly's Mounjaro added to China's state insurance list for diabetes treatment

Eli Lilly's diabetes drug Mounjaro will be added to China's state health insurance from January 1, making it more accessible to the country's lar

Russia steps up engagement with Central Asia; hosts Kazakh leader

Russia and Kazakhstan have elevated their bilateral ties to a comprehensive strategic partnership, signing numerous agreements across various sec

Coca-Cola tests paper-based bottle carriers in Europe that could cut 200 tons of plastic a year; when will it reach the US?

Coca-Cola HBC Austria is piloting a new packaging strategy, replacing plastic shrink wrap with a recyclable corrugated-paper handle for soft drin

PM Modi To Initiate Debate On 150-Year-Old 'Vande Mataram' In Lok Sabha Today

PM Modi had said that the Congress's decision sowed the seeds of Partition and dissected 'Vande Mataram' into pieces.

Russia talks: Dissapointed that Zelensky hasn't read the proposal, says Trump

'Remain alert': UP CM Yogi Adityanath's warning to public against 'infiltrators'; asks people to 'verify identity'

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has warned of strict action against Bangladeshi and Rohingya infiltrators in the state. He urged res

IndiGo cancels over 650 flights on Sunday

New Delhi/Mumbai: The countrys largest airline IndiGo on Sunday cancelled over 650 flights while the disrupted operations were slowly stabilising

Goa fire criminal failure of governance: rahul

NEW DELHI: The Congress on Sunday demanded a full-scale investigation and strict accountability for the tragic fire at a nightclub in Goa that ki