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Cancer cases show persistent rise in J&K

New Delhi, Dec 5:Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare on Friday informed Lok Sabha that Jammu & Kashmir has recorded a persistent rise in

Left Alone In Old Age Along Alipiri Footpaths To Tirumala

The elderly survive mainly on food offered by devotees

20 of 23 OSC operational in J&K: Centre

New Delhi: Union Ministry of Women and Child Development on Thursday informed the Lok Sabha that Jammu and Kashmir has a total of 23 One Stop Cen

Ernakulam Collector orders criminal proceedings against 42 for enrolling in voters list using fake documents

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From across the dark in limelight, Tagore painting up for auction

A significant painting by Rabindranath Tagore, From Across the Dark, is going up for auction. The artwork was gifted to Princess Vidyawati Devi o

J&K gets over Rs 1,801 Cr RDSS grant in 3 years

New Delhi, Dec 5:Jammu & Kashmir has received over Rs 1,800 crore in central grants under the Revamped Distribution Sector Scheme (RDSS) over the

Ernakulam reports highest number of influenza infections in Kerala

A total of 340 cases and two deaths, one each in Thiruvananthapuram and Malappuram, were reported in November

Chaos reigns supreme at Hyderabad airport, 155 IndiGo flights cancelled

Three-day crisis leaves hundreds stranded at RGIA with lost baggage, long waits and little clarity

Marked for life: On acid attack survivors

Acid attack victims deserve better from courts and law enforcement

Simone Tata, beauty's matriarch, bids adieu at 95

Simone Tata, a transformative figure in Indian retail, has passed away at 95. She revolutionized beauty standards with Lakme and pioneered modern

Two youths held with 20 grams of suspected MDMA in Kochi

Parliament Watch: DBT milestone, railways 80% on-time record, electronics imports surge & more

Government transfers have surpassed 47 lakh crore via Aadhaar-linked DBT, significantly reducing leakages and eliminating fake beneficiaries. Ind

CS for timely completion of Rs 1,000 Cr health infra projects

Jammu Tawi, Dec 5:Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo today held a meeting to conduct a comprehensive review of several key projects underway in the Hea

A growing shadow over digital constitutionalism

Constitutional principles are under threat in a world where data collection, artificial intelligence and surveillance technologies are taking the

ECI Revises SIR Schedule for Kerala in View of Local Body Polls

Under the revised schedule, the draft electoral roll will be published on December 23 as against the earlier date of December 16.

White Knight Corps GOC reviews air defence readiness

Jammu, Dec 5: The General Officer Commanding (GOC) of the Armys White Knight Corps, Lieutenant General PK Mishra, on Friday reviewed the overall

Deal without peace: On the U.S. and Congo-Rwanda accord

Trumps announcement of the accord between the Congo and Rwanda is premature

I don't need prizes; I need to save lives: Trump after receiving first FIFA Peace Prize from Gianni Infantino, just a month after its launch

FIFA peace prize Trump: Donald Trump received the first-ever FIFA Peace Prize on December 5, 2025. FIFA President Gianni Infantino presented the

Chiles lesson for Indias coal conundrum

India needs to draw up a plan to exit the use of coal and in this, Chiles experience can help

Admissions at Vaishno Devi Medical College merit-based: Dy CM

Jammu Tawi, Dec 5: Jammu and Kashmir Deputy Chief Minister Surender Chaudhary on Friday said that admissions to the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Medica

YSRC Accuses Government Of Unlawful House Razing

Residents were allegedly threatened while asleep, and their homes levelled within minutes despite producing Supreme Court orders prohibiting any

Skip the gadgets: These 4 money-savvy gifts can supercharge anyones financial future

Financial gifts offer a lasting advantage over traditional presents. A session with a financial advisor can set someone on a path to money wellne

Railways adds extra coach to JammuDelhi Rajdhani amid flight delays

Jammu Tawi, Dec 5: In view of the ongoing IndiGo flight disruptions, Northern Railways on Friday announced the augmentation of an additional coac

NC Govt achieved a lot in one year: Farooq

Srinagar, Dec 5: National Conference (NC) President Farooq Abdullah on Friday defended the Jammu and Kashmir Government, saying a lot has been ac

Railways Increases 116 Coaches in 37 Premium Trains Following Indigo Flight Disruptions

Surge in passenger demand pushes Railway Ministry to expand AC capacity and consider special trains

For the first time after COVID-19, foreign tourist arrivals decline in country

The decline is expected to leave a huge impact on Kerala

SIA raids on terror module in Srinagar, Ganderbal

Srinagar, Dec 5: The Jammu and Kashmir Polices State Investigation Agency (SIA) Friday carried out raids in Srinagar and Ganderbal districts as p

Modi to Open LS Debate on Vande Mataram

The BJP has been allotted three hours for its participation in the Lok Sabha debate, while a total of ten hours has been set aside for the entire

97 pc forms digitised in phase 2 of SIR: EC

New Delhi, Dec 5: The Election Commission on Friday said over 49 crore or nearly 97 per cent of the enumeration forms have so far been digitised

FIFA peace prize awarded to Donald Trump at 2026 World Cup draw

FIFA presented President Donald Trump with a new peace prize during the 2026 World Cup draw. The award recognizes his efforts to promote peace an

LIVE | First Lady Melania Trump participates in Childrens National Hospital holiday event

Vizag All Set for IndiaSouth Africa ODI Showdown

Both teams arrived on Thursday, followed by full practice sessions on Friday after the pre-match press conferences.

Amaravati Is Capable of Generating 30 Per Cent Higher Oxygen Output

Lakshmi Parthasarathi noted that the ADC was using the exhibition platform to create public awareness about various green initiatives being imple

ECI Revises SIR Schedule for Kerala in View of Local Dody Polls

The local body polls will be held in the state on December 9 and 11 in two phases.

Shivakumar Clarifies on Cartier Watch, Hits Back at BJP Leader

Claiming that he is a ransparent person, he asked whether he or Chief Minister Siddaramaiah should not have the right to wear a watch of their c

My Statement On Corruption Based On A Survey Report: Upa Lokayukta

The statement was made at the function to inspire advocates to rise up to the occasion against corruption and his statement was not aimed against

Who will boss the F1 endgame?

In a year where McLaren has been head and shoulders above the rest, a three-way fight for the top prize going into the season-finale in Abu Dhabi

Lok Sabha Bill Seeks Employees' Right To Disconnect Calls Beyond Work Hours

A private member's bill, which seeks to allow employees not to entertain work-related calls and emails outside work hours, was introduced in Lok

Exclusive: India Weighs Greater Phone-Location Surveillance; Apple, Google and Samsung Protest

Sources said Apple, Samsung and Alphabet's Google have told New Delhi it shouldn't be mandated.

US Positions India As Important Partner In New National Security Strategy

The Trump Administration has positioned India as a critical partner in its newly released National Security Strategy, signalling Washington's int

Santiago Martin's son to launch political party

In a bold move, Jose Charles Martin, the heir to the 'Lottery king', Santiago Martin, is stepping into the political arena. He is set to unveil h

Kokapet Land Auction Ends, Telangana Govt Gets Rs 3,862 crore

Seven plots were put up for auction six in Neopolis Layout and one in Golden Mile Layout. The upset price for the land in the Neopolis Layout wa

Cop Burnt Alive After Car Rams Divider, Bursts Into Flames In Karnataka

A police inspector was burnt alive after his car hit a divider and went up in flames on the outskirts of Annigeri town in Karnataka's Dharwad dis

Experts say this simple aerobic exercise could add years to your life, are you doing it?

Experts say simple aerobic exercise can help people over 50 stay healthy and even live longer. Activities like walking, swimming, or cycling keep

Armed Forces Flag Day Focuses On Support to Ex-servicemen, Families

Chief Minister Revanth Reddy contributed Rs 1 lakh rupees to the fund and released Brave and Bold, a book documenting the stories of 75 gallantry

NC's Farooq urges party unity, pushes for youth leadership

At a recent gathering, National Conference president Farooq Abdullah called for solidarity among all party affiliates. He strongly discouraged an

Veteran Dogra relishes the role of a talent scout

Spain Investigating Whether Swine Fever Outbreak Was Caused by Laboratory Leak

The disease is harmless to humans but can be deadly for pigs and wild boars.

Why the last 5 years before retirement can make or break your future, and what to do now

The five years before retirement are critical for Americans. Nearly half worry their savings wont last. Boosting contributions, cutting expenses,

Myanmar and Tibet hit by series of quakes; NCS reports multiple tremors

Myanmar and Tibet were shaken by earthquakes today. A shallow magnitude 3.3 quake hit Myanmar, raising concerns about aftershocks. Earlier, a dee

Opposition slams Centre for mishandling IndiGo flight cancellation crisis

Alleging that the imbroglio was due to the government's monopoly model, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi said on X: IndiGo fiasco is the cost of this

DMK, BJP MPs spar over TN temple row

In a spirited session of the Lok Sabha, tempers flared as MPs from the DMK and BJP clashed over the controversy surrounding the Karthiga Deepam l

SC to Consider TNs Plea Against HC Nod for Karthigai Deepam Lamp

The Madurai Bench of the Madras High Court on Thursday upheld a single-judge order allowing devotees to light the lamp at the Deepathoon

President Droupadi Murmu praises India-Russia ties at Rashtrapati Bhavan

Assam: BJPAGP seat-sharing talks begin, final pact expected by Magh Bihu

The ruling BJP and Asom Gana Parishad are discussing seat sharing for the upcoming Assam assembly elections. Both parties aim to conclude these t

Eduardo Manzano, legendary Mexican comedian and actor of Los Polivoces, dies at 87

Eduardo Manzano: Iconic Mexican comedian and actor Eduardo Manzano, known as El Polivoz, has passed away at 87. His son confirmed the news, marki

Opposition raises 'monopoly' concern in Rajya Sabha over Indigo crisis

Minutes after the Rajya Sabha proceedings began on Friday, Congress member Pramod Tiwari drew the chair's attention to the mass cancellation of f

DNA TV Show: How India gave Putin solution to the Russia-Ukraine conflict

One should understand the message conveyed from Delhi to Moscow through the Gita, a message rooted in friendship.

International documentary and short film festival in Madurai

Tiruppur City Corporation devises a plan of action for waste disposal through incorporating stakeholder accountability

Major shift! RFK Jr's vaccine committee says not all newborns need hepatitis B shot at birth

A new jaguar spotted in Arizona points to progress in the endangered species' recovery

Visakhapatnam Economic Region Development Gains Momentum at High-Level Review

Port-led trade, IT and innovation centres, agriculture and allied sectors, tourism, healthcare, and connectivity infrastructure including roads,

Real-Time Updates And More: How Mumbai Airport Is Dealing With IndiGo Crisis

While IndiGo staff at airports are simply overwhelmed and are grappling with thousands of angry travellers, airports have made arrangements to pr

Assam Congress To Launch 'Aspiration Collection' Campaign To Reach Grassroots

Ahead of the 2026 assembly election in Assam, the opposition Congress which is desperately trying to get its act together has come up with a fres

Apple, Google Send New Round of Cyber Threat Notifications to Users

Apple said the warnings were issued on Dec. 2 but gave few further details about the alleged hacking activity and did not address questions about

IndiGo cancels 1,000 flights, gets exemption on night duty limits for pilots

No flights from Delhi and Chennai airports; CEO says normalcy will take 5-10 days

RGIA Receives Third Bomb Threat in 2 Days

As the aircraft was nearing the city, the threat assessment committee decided to allow it to land at the Shamshabad airport.

Bitcoin price today crashes to $88,000: Why BTC USD is falling as the crypto market loses $80 billion and liquidations hit $500 million

Bitcoin price crash today: Bitcoin's brief rally above $90,000 has evaporated, with the cryptocurrency now trading at a five-day low of $88,000.

Sent To Bangladesh, Pregnant Woman Brought Back After Supreme Court Order

Two days after the Supreme Court directed the Centre to do so, a pregnant woman who was deported to Bangladesh despite being an Indian citizen wa

Interpol Notice And Movie-Style Arrest Of Wildlife Trafficker In Sikkim

In a dramatic covert operation stretching across the icy Himalayan border, the Madhya Pradesh State Tiger Strike Force (STSF), in coordination wi

QS Masters Fair to Bring Leading Global Universities to Hyderabad

Insights from the QS International Student Survey 2024 further reinforce this need.

The antioxidant-packed berry doctors say could help shorten your winter cold fast

Elderberries are nutrient dense berries praised for their potential immune-boosting properties. While they cannot cure colds or flu, they may eas

Viral Video Shows Parents' Emotional Reaction After Seeing Daughter's Billboard For First Time

Navya wrote in the caption that the beauty of life often lies in the small moments.

Temple Money Not to Bail Out Sick Banks: SC

The Kerala High Court had ordered five cooperative banks to close the Devaswoms fixed deposits and refund the entire amount within two months aft

'Hegseth did exactly what': Navy admiral tells lawmakers there was no kill them all order

US Must Continue To Improve Commercial, Other Ties With India: Trump's Security Strategy

The National Security Strategy stresses that the US must continue to improve commercial (and other) relations with India to encourage New Delhi t

PFIs backdoor entry into electoral politics through SDPI is a direct threat to national security

The Directorate of Enforcement had reported that SDPI functioned as the political front of PFI, with the latter controlling, funding and supervis

Rock Art Site with Human, Animal Figures Found in Peddapalli

The discovery is particularly notable as it pushes the number of documented rock art sites in the region past one hundred.

Donald Trump finally gets a peace prize, courtesy FIFA

Donald Trump received a new FIFA peace prize at the 2026 World Cup draw. FIFA president Gianni Infantino presented the award, citing Trump's effo

Samsung DX Vision Reveal at The First Look Event at CES 2026

The event will be streamed live on Samsung Newsroom, Samsung Electronics official YouTube channel and as well as Samsung TV Plus, the companys FA

Did Shah Rukh Khan ask Andre Russell to consider IPL retirement? KKR CEO reveals shock conversation

KKR CEO Venky Mysore has revealed a shocking conversation where Shah Rukh Khan once advised Andre Russell to retire from the IPL after the all-ro

'Two days at airport and no one to help': Passengers vent after IndiGo cancels all flights from Delhi

NEW DELHI: Agitated passengers thronged IndiGo counters across the three terminals of Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport (IGIA) on Frida

Global Summit will transform Telangana: Sonia Gandhi

Court grants three more days of custody of piracy accused

JioHotstar Unveils First Teaser For Its Upcoming Initiative South Unbound

With this announcement, JioHotstar South hints at a refreshed, elevated storytelling vision rooted in innovation, culture and limitless creativit

Farmer Suicide Sparks Political Row in Anantapur

Sources said the victim, Chilla Nagalingam, was burdened with debts exceeding 15 lakh.

IAS officer challenges Jayakumars appointment as TDB president

GHMC reviews air quality measures in city NCAP meeting

Key measures include expanding TGSRTC electric bus fleet on high-pollution routes, promoting electric three-wheelers, tightening pollution-under-