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We'll Make Amaravati World's Best City, All Are Welcome to Partner: Naidu

Naidu said every country is facing aging problem but India is continuing to reap the demographic benefits and that will continue for next 25-30 y

Pakistan Cricket Board Supports Bangladesh's Decision to Not Travel to India: Reports

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has not issued any statement confirming this report

IIT Delhi Introduces Executive Programme In Healthcare Entrepreneurship

The five-month executive programme at IIT Delhi focuses on healthcare innovation, design thinking, regulatory knowledge, and business skills.

Chandrababu Naidu Pitches Andhra As Global Investment Destination At Davos

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu is on a four-day visit to Switzerland to participate in the World Economic Forum (WEF) Annual M

Tata Motors to leverage on GST 2.0 boost to maintain growth momentum: MD & CEO

New Delhi, Jan 20: Riding high on GST 2.0 revving up commercial vehicles demand, Tata Motors is looking to leverage the momentum with a new range

Naomi Osaka Makes Grand Entrance With Fashion Statement at Australian Open

The No. 16-seeded Osaka has won two of her four Grand Slam titles at the Australian Open

'Contempt of court': SC irked by Maneka Gandhi's criticism of its order in stray dog case

The Supreme Court has expressed strong displeasure with former Union Minister Maneka Gandhi's public criticism of its orders concerning stray dog

India vs New Zealand T20 Series 2026: Schedule, venues, ticket booking, squads, and live streaming details

India vs New Zealand Tickets: India begins its T20 World Cup preparations with a five-match home series against New Zealand, placing captain Sury

HDFC Bank to disburse Rs 20 cr to startups by March

New Delhi, Jan 20: HDFC Bank on Tuesday said it plans to disburse Rs 20 crore under the FY26 edition of the Parivartan Startup Grants programme f

Writ court not remedy for all grievances, SC dismisses YouTubers plea

The Supreme Court has dismissed a plea from YouTuber Savukku Shankar. He sought to unseal his Chennai office and retrieve seized devices. The cou

Ficci Manufacturing Index touches all-time high in Q3

New Delhi, Jan 20: The Ficci Manufacturing Index reached an all-time high in the third quarter, with 91 per cent of firms reporting steady or hig

Indias sugar output jumps 22pc to 15.9 mn tonnes by mid January: ISMA

New Delhi, Jan 20: Indias sugar production rose 22 per cent to 15.9 million tonnes by January 15 in the 2025-26 season from a year earlier, suppo

Jailed Ugandan opposition figure Besigyes health failing, his party says

Kampala (Uganda), Jan 20: The health of jailed Ugandan opposition figure Kizza Besigye is failing, his party said on Tuesday, after he was driven

Islamic State group claims attack on Kabul restaurant that killed 7, including Chinese national

Kabul, Jan 20 (AP) The Islamic State group has claimed responsibility for an explosion at a Chinese restaurant in Afghanistans capital that kille

NYT Connections Answers January 20: Todays puzzle #954 tests wordplay and world knowledge

NYT Connections has swiftly turned into a staple for word-game fans, offering a deceptively simple challenge in which players sort 16 words into

ASEAN wont endorse election in military-ruled Myanmar, Malaysia says

Kuala Lumpur, Jan 20: The Association of Southeast Asian Nations will not endorse elections in military-ruled Myanmar, Malaysias foreign minister

'India Is On Fire': Sir Martin Sorrell On The Shift Away From China

Sorrell argued that India has become the most credible alternative to China in Asia for global capital.

Next-Gen Electronic Warfare Key to Indias Global Defence Push: DRDO

DRDO is focusing on advanced technologies such as cognitive learning, photonics, and quantum tech to achieve spectrum dominance, enhancing India'

Delhi to launch single emergency helpline 112 for faster response: CM Rekha Gupta

At present, different helpline numbers are used for various emergency services including police, fire services and others.

Noida techie death case: Builder and owner of MZ Wiztown arrested

Greater Noida Police arrested builder Abhay Kumar, owner of MZ Wishtown, in connection with the drowning death of engineer Yuvraj Mehta. Mehta's

Common Skin Signs of Nutritional Deficiencies

Skin, nails, and nerves often reflect what your body lacks internally, says Dr Aanchal. Subtle changes may signal nutritional deficiencies long b

Queen of Badminton in India: Looking at the Era of Saina Nehwal

The ace shuttler confirmed her retirement from competitive badminton, saying her body could no longer cope with the physical demands of elite spo

Looted arms spark fears of election violence in Bangladesh: Experts

Thousands of firearms looted during Bangladesh unrest remain missing. Security experts warn of increased gun violence before the upcoming nationa

What Happens When You Dont Sleep Enough?

Your body doesnt follow deadlines or calendars. As explained by Dr Pooja Makhija, when sleep is ignored, the body switches into survival mode, pr

Tejashwi Yadav vs Misa Bharti? RJD national executive meeting on Jan 25; to decide 'working president'

Builder Arrested After Noida Techie Drowns In Water-Filled Pit

A builder has been arrested in connection with the death of 27-year-old Yuvraj Mehta, who drowned after his SUV fell into a pit dug for construct

DRDO focuses on next-generation electronic warfare and indigenous fighter aircraft

On the sidelines of the Electronic Warfare Conference-India, Director General (Electronics and Communication Systems) B K Das said global partici

Watch viral video showing FRIENDS made in Bollywood: Varun Dhawan as Joey, Aamir Khan as Chandler, Kangana Ranaut as Phoebe and Hrithik Roshan as Mike, netizens are loving it

What if FRIENDS were made in Bollywood? An Instagram user used AI to re-imagine the characters of much-loved American sitcom FRIENDS with a Bolly

'Fake' GST ITC case: ED raids in multiple states

The Enforcement Directorate is conducting multi-state searches in connection with an alleged fake GST input tax credit case totaling Rs 658 crore

India's sugar output jumps 22% to 15.9 million tonnes by mid January: ISMA

India's sugar production has seen a significant jump of 22 percent by mid-January in the 2025-26 season. Higher cane supplies and improved yields

Modi Meets Nitin Nabin's Family At BJP Headquarters After He Took Charge As Party's National President

Nabin said that he is not just taking up a position but embracing the ideology, traditions, and the responsibility of the party's nationalist mov

Wordle Answer January 20: Clues and tricks that lead players to Tuesdays puzzle #1676 five-letter solution

Wordle Answer for January 20 keeps players guessing as daily puzzle continues its global run. Wordle is a daily word game in which players try to

Not for the Weak-Hearted: OTTs Darkest Stories

These dark OTT series arent easy watches. They explore crime, trauma, obsession, and moral decay stories that sit with you long after the screen

DRDO eyes next-gen electronic warfare to propel India as global defence leader: Top official

The Defence Research and Development Organisation of India is making significant strides in electronic warfare and the creation of homegrown figh

'Committed contempt': SC criticises Maneka Gandhi on remarks on stray dogs order; asks what 'budgetary allocation' helped with

No new tax regime for some Americans tax payers in 2026? Here's what is coming instead

New York Governor Kathy Hochul has endorsed a child care expansion but is holding the line on taxes for rich New Yorkers.

Embassy Developments to invest 7,000 crore in Mumbai luxury housing projects

The company will roll out new projects in Juhu, Worli and Alibaug, while also focusing on finishing around 5,000 units across legacy projects.

Gold, silver, copper and platinum prices touch all-time highs will precious metals stay elevated in 2026 as Trumps geopolitical threats show no signs of fading?

Gold, silver, copper and platinum prices have all hit record highs as markets react to rising trade tensions. Gold surged past $4,700, silver jum

Should India join Trump's 'Board of Peace'? $1 billion question amid diplomatic dilemma

Donald Trump's proposed Board of Peace puts India in a difficlut situation- pay $1 billion annually or risk US pressure while abandoning its long

PM-VBRY awareness high among large enterprises; low among startups and microbusinesses: TeamLease survey

A new report reveals low awareness of the Pradhan Mantri Viksit Bharat Rozgar Yojana (PM-VBRY) among startups and microbusinesses, despite them b

Indian CEOs more confident than global peers on GDP, revenue growth: PwC survey

The survey found that striking 77 per cent of India CEOs anticipate stronger domestic growth, and 57 per cent express high confidence in near-ter

Eight-year-old Hindu student forced to change London school over 'Tilak'

An eight-year-old Hindu student was forced to change schools in London after facing alleged discrimination at Vicars Green Primary School over hi

DMK Will Seek Amendment To Constitution To Drop Governor's Address, Says CM Stalin

it was not good that the Governor refuses every year to read out the government prepared speech : MK Stalin

Imtiaz Ali Defends A R Rahman in Communal Remark Row: Maybe His Comments Have Been Misconstrued

He also pointed to shifts in the industry's power structures, saying creative control has moved away from artistes.

World War 3 fear rises: Will Donald Trump's Greenland push lead to 'nuclear option' for EU, strain NATO relations?

Donald Trump's Greenland measures have put spotlight on Eu and NATO as Russia is keeping an close eye on the dvelopments.

Car Overturns Near Kondagattu, 12 Devotees Injured

The vehicle lost control and plunged into a deep canal while devotees were on their way for Anjaneyaswamy darshan; locals rescued the injured and

How a new computer training centre is taking shape in Ujhani district

Rohit Yadav did not plan to become an entrepreneur early in his career. A postgraduate by qualification, he spent several years preparing

Delhi Police probe Rs 374-crore GST fraud using stolen identities

Venkateshs Drishyam 3 to Kick Off in October

Drishyam 3 is slated for a Summer 2026 release.

Think health insurance will cover your hospitalisation? This family with a Rs 50 lakh policy faced a scary billing counter shock

A man diagnosed with Hepatitis E was unexpectedly found to have leptospirosis, requiring immediate hospitalization. His family faced a crisis whe

Vijayan Accuses Governor of Omitting Key Sections in Assembly Address

According to Vijayan, the Governor did not read out the opening of paragraph 12 or the concluding portion of paragraph 15 of the document

Assam's Kokrajhar Tense After Mob Kills Man Over Cattle Theft Suspicion

The police said that the victims were associated with a road construction project and were returning after a site inspection in a vehicle on Mond

Malaika Arora's Chandra Namaskar: Finding Inner Calm Through Moon Salutations

Malaika Arora just shared her Chandra Namaskar practice of visual meditation in surrender, softness and silence. It's not just exercise; it's her

Startup news and updates: daily roundup (January 20, 2026)

YourStory presents the daily news roundup from the Indian startup ecosystem and beyond. Here's the roundup for Tuesday, January 20, 2026.

Bhubaneswar Fire: Over 40 shops gutted, no casualties reported

China Invited To Join Trump's 'Board Of Peace', Response Awaited

China on Tuesday confirmed that it had been asked to join US President Donald Trump's Board of Peace, an invitation that Washington had extended

US Man, Carrying Rifle, Enters Russia To Meet Woman, Gets 5 Years In Jail

A Russian court sentenced a US citizen to five years in jail for crossing the border with a weapon when he sailed from the United States to meet

Real estate giant K Raheja eyes $700 million IPO

The Mumbai-based company has held preliminary discussions with bankers about a possible share sale, say sources

GSK to buy RAPT Therapeutics in $2.2 billion deal for promising food allergy therapy

Britain's GSK is set to acquire RAPT Therapeutics for $2.2 billion. This move brings the experimental food allergy drug ozureprubart into GSK's p

Bengaluru-based SISA expands Cybersmart Bharat training across southern states

SISA is set to broaden the horizons of its Cybersmart Bharat initiative, aiming to empower over 25,000 students with crucial digital skills. Focu

Who Is Nickolay Mladenov, Trump's Pick To Head Gaza Board Of Peace

Nickolay Mladenov, a former Bulgarian foreign and defense minister, has been appointed director-general of the United States-proposed Board of Pe

Punjab Government Launches Statewide Drive Against Gangsters

Drawing inspiration from its war against drugs campaign, the Punjab government on Tuesday launched a statewide drive against gangsters aimed at d

India pacer Mohammed Shami appears before SIR panel in Kolkata

Indian cricketer Mohammed Shami appeared before election officials in Kolkata. He was summoned for a hearing due to discrepancies found in his vo

Study Reveals Tyrannosaurus Rex Dinosaur Grew Slower And Lived Longer Than Previously Thought

By counting visible and hidden rings, researchers found that T. rex did not reach full size until 35 to 40 years of age.

Jaipur Man Creates Rs 25 Lakh Wedding Card Using 3 Kg Silver For Daughter

The card, valued at around Rs 25 lakh, features 65 intricately carved deities, with Lord Ganesha at the top, accompanied by the inscription 'Shri

World Bank Invites Applications For Internship Programme, Check Key Details

World Bank Internship Programme: Selected interns will work on high-impact projects, contribute to global development initiatives, and gain first

Davos 2026: PwC chairman Mohamed Kande says over 50% companies 'getting nothing' from AI adoption, has a tip for CEOs

PwC's global chairman, Mohamed Kande, revealed that 56% of companies are seeing no returns from AI investments due to a lack of foundational grou

Video: Biker's Heart-Stopping Moment As Chinese Manjha Wraps Around Neck, Slices His Shirt

Despite the ban, Chinese manja is being used rampantly for flying kites during the Sankranti festival season.

Zepto selects eight startups for manufacturing innovation programme

Quick commerce major Zepto chose eight startups for its Zepto Nova programme, offering market access through its delivery network. The cohort inc

Australias Parliament debates new anti-hate speech, gun laws after Sydney attack

MELBOURNE, Jan 20: Australias Parliament on Tuesday began debating draft anti-hate speech and gun laws proposed after two shooters killed 15 peop

India Among Most Important Markets, Will Continue To Invest There: Cisco

Patel said there's a very strong public private partnership culture in the country and Cisco has been very fortunate to work with the administrat

ICE broke into Minnesota home, dragged barely clothed man into snow

The Department of Homeland Security said officers were investigating two convicted sex offenders at the address and that a U.S. citizen living th

Despite constraints, Kerala has exhibited economic dynamism, says Governor

Governor Aklekar addresses last budget session of 15th State Assembly under Pinarayi 2.0 government

Trump's Gaza peace board a risky invitation for India: GTRI

The report also warns that linking humanitarian relief to security conditions risks significant delays in providing urgent aid to the more than 3

Cyber Fraud Targeting Drugmaker Dr Reddy's Busted, Rs 2.16 Crore Recovered

Group Pharmaceuticals was due to receive a payment of Rs 2.16 crore from Dr. Reddy's Laboratories. However, hackers gained access to their emails

These Bollywood Moms Redefined Pregnancy Fashion

Bollywood divas redefined maternity style by embracing comfort, confidence, and elegance proving pregnancy fashion can be powerful, glamorous, an

106 kg of cannabis worth 53 lakh seized in Puttur in coastal Karnataka, two arrested

The accused told the police that they were transporting the cannabis to sell in Dakshina Kannada district in Karnataka and Kasargod district in K

Special Bangladeshi tribunal defers verdict for six days over 2024 killings

Dhaka, Jan 20: Bangladeshs International Crimes Tribunal (ICT-BD) on Tuesday deferred for six days the scheduled verdict against eight policemen

Amid Violence Against Hindus, Bangladesh's 'Criminal Not Communal' Defence

As international attention on the continuing attacks on minorities in Bangladesh grows, the interim government has defended its record on protect

Avante Spaces project receives IGBC Platinum certification

The certification reflects Avante Spaces focus on environmentally responsible development, operational efficiency, and future-ready design

Canadian teenager identified as Piper James found dead surrounded by dingoes on worlds largest sand island in Australia

A young Canadian tourist, Piper James, was discovered deceased on K'gari island. Her body was found near a pack of dingoes. Authorities are inves

Jana Nayagan Team 'Can't Seek Relief Citing Rs 500-Crore Investment': Court

The Jana Nayagan saga unfolds as Vijay remains under CBI scanner in the Karur stampede case

Gold price prediction: Gold rate jumps over 70 per cent since President Donald Trump began second term. Will there be volatility in near future?

Gold rate prediction: U.S. President Donald Trump's latest Greenland push has led to an uncertainty which is boosting the gold price.

Joint Entrance Examination Mains 2026: Check Paper Pattern And Marking Scheme

JEE Mains 2026 Session 1 exams are scheduled from January 21 to 24. The computer-based tests require candidates to bring necessary documents incl

Trump says Greenland critical to global security after talks with NATO chief Mark Rutte

US President Donald Trump spoke with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte about Greenland. They agreed to a meeting in Davos, Switzerland. Trump hig

A Player's Heartfelt Tribute To Her Country Ukraine At The Australian Open

Ukrainian player showed up wearing the T-shirt and praised her father's commitment to family and country.

AI Guides To Parking: Tech-Driven Traffic Plan To Steer Republic Day Crowd

From AI-generated informational videos to car-calling systems, Delhi Traffic Police has rolled out slew of technology-driven measures to ensure s

Politics Not Luxury And Comfort, But Austerity: Newly Elected BJP Chief

After being elected the new BJP National President on Tuesday, Nitin Nabin said that this day is a moment of resolve for him, as he is not just a

Lamborghini flags record deliveries at 10,747 cars in 2025 worldwide

Lamborghini has set a new record, delivering 10,747 luxury sports cars globally in 2025. This achievement surpasses previous years. The company c

Video: People Queue Up At 4 AM To Get Their Hands On Mysore Silk Sarees

People queue up at 4 AM to buy authentic Mysore silk sarees from the Karnataka Silk Industries Corporation (KSIC) showroom, amidst a severe suppl