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Holiday for schools in Mannargudi on January 28

Delhi Republic Day 2026 traffic advisory: Major restrictions on Noida, Gurgaon, Faridabad & Sonipat routes; Check whats open and whats closed

Delhi Police have issued a comprehensive traffic advisory for Republic Day 2026, announcing extensive road closures and diversions in central Del

This free option still lets you file your 2025 tax return online, no hidden fees - heres how it works

The 2026 tax season introduces vital changes. IRS Free File is now open for those earning $89,000 or less. With Direct File discontinued, this re

Republic Day long weekend: Indians on travel spree to South East Asia

New Delhi: The Republic Day long weekend beginning Saturday, January 24, is driving a surge in travel with hotels and resorts witnessing an incre

Water level in Papanasam dam stands at 117.80 feet

#ReclaimConstitution to organise rare philatelic exhibition on Republic Day

The exhibition is being organised as part of the Grand Finale of the nationwide #ReclaimConstitution Quiz.

Djokovic wins record 400th Slam match to power on in Australia

The 38-year-old Serbian great swept past Dutchman Botic van de Zandschulp 6-3, 6-4, 7-6 (7/4) under a closed roof on centre court to extend his o

CS orders speedy re-routing of EHT transmission lines passing through Amaravati

Filmmaker Vikram Bhatt, His Daughter Booked For Cheating Businessman Of Rs 13.5 crore

The complaint comes after Bhatt and his wife, Shewetambari, were arrested in December last year in connection with another alleged fraud case

Shah Rukh Khans King gets release date, fans go wild

Mumbai: And the wait is finally over. The most awaited update about Shah Rukh Khans upcoming movie is here. The release date for Siddharth Anands

Centre Conducting Recruitment Drives for Viksit Bharat 2047: Kishan Reddy

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has been holding Rozgar Melas since 2022 to streamline and expedite recruitment across states: Kishan Reddy

Buckingham and Mansa Musa showed out

China will eat them up: Trump lambasts PM Carney over Beijing deals and rejecting Golden Dome plan

US presses Bolivia to expel suspected Iranian spies, harden approach to militant groups, sources say

The US is urging Bolivia to expel suspected Iranian spies and label the Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps, Hezbollah, and Hamas as terrorist gro

T.N. Seshagopalan brings alive the genius of Harikesanallur Muthiah Bhagavatar

Veteran musician T.N. Seshagopalans lecture demonstration offered insights into the life, scholarship and creative brilliance of Muthiah Bhagavat

Akhilesh Yadav flags irregularities in SIR, accuses Election Commission of bias

Akhilesh Yadav also questioned repeated extensions of the SIR timeline, saying they reflected a lack of preparedness

What Is Happening In Bengal...: Amartya Sen Flags Haste In SIR Process

Nobel laureate Amartya Sen has voiced deep unease over the SIR process in West Bengal, warning that the exercise is being conducted with undue ha

ET@Davos: Innovation City to Agri Stack: India's AI Revolution

Tamil Nadu government seeks IIT-Ms assistance to study ill effects of microplastics on human health

The move comes after Madras High Court expressed shock over a study that found microplastics affecting even the placenta of expectant mothers

Uttar Pradesh Diwas: Celebrating The Vibrant Soul Of India

Celebrating the Spirit of Uttar Pradesh ahead of India's Republic day on 76th Uttar Pradesh foundation day

Assembly passes Bill to set up Tamil Nadu Water Resources Management Authority

The State Government proposed this legislation, citing the need for a holistic and integrated approach to water governance for all types of water

This Traditional Non-Alcoholic Japanese Drink Can Help In Gut Healing, Says Nutritionist Palak Nagpal

Nutritionist Palak Nagpal reveals that the Japanese community has been consuming the beverage for over a hundred years.

B.Tech student dies after jumping from hostel building in Greater Noida

Two persons have been taken into custody in connection with the matter, and further investigation is underway, police said

Ponies series review: Emilia Clarke and Haley Lu Richardson give a haute spin to the Cold War

Set in the 70s, the believable chemistry between Emilia Clarke and Haley Lu Richardson lends the spy thriller warmth, heft and humour

Around 150 dead olive ridley sea turtles washed ashore in Srikakulam district

Murder Or Misfire? Twist After Congress MP's Nephew, Wife's Deaths In Ahmedabad

What was initially portrayed as a harrowing domestic accident has now been reclassified as a chilling crime.

Snow and heavy rain leave 61 dead in Afghanistan

Afghanistan is reeling from severe weather. Snow and heavy rain have claimed 61 lives over the past three days. The disaster management authority

Congress needs its own Board of Peace: BJP

The BJP cited reports of internal rift within the Congress in Jharkhand after being plagued by factionalism in States like Karnataka, Punjab and

President Draupadi Murmu to Address Nation on Republic Day Eve

President Murmu will address citizens on Republic Day eve at 7 pm. The speech will be broadcast in Hindi and English on Doordarshan, with regiona

Indian Coast Guards Bike Rally to Mark 50th Raising Day Reaches Chennai from Tuticorin, Vizag

The route passed through key coastal spots including Kakinada, Vijayawada, Nizampatnam, Krishnapatnam, Mandapam, Karaikal and Puducherry, with 50

Bhatti reveals Site Visit Certification existed, mandatory across country in several Departments

Challenged BRS leader Harish Rao to write a letter to him seeking inquiry into SCCL tenders

Waive loans of Wayanad landslide victims; treat loan to Kerala as grant: Priyanka to PM

Wayanad (Kerala), Jan 24: Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra has again written to Prime Minister Narendra Modi urging him to direct waiver of loan

Iran Forces Killed Hundreds in Mashhad During Internet Blackout: Report

Weeks after an internet blackout concealed the violence, witness accounts are now revealing the scale of a deadly crackdown in Irans city of Mash

Word of the day: Stoicism

Stoicism is an ancient philosophy that teaches us to focus on our own actions and thoughts while accepting external circumstances beyond our cont

Bangladesh Out, Scotland In for T20 World Cup 2026

New Delhi, Jan 24: The International Cricket Council (ICC) has officially informed the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) that Scotland will replace

Sana Khan refuses to pose with Baseer Ali, video goes viral

Mumbai: A video of former actress Sana Khan politely declining to pose for a joint photograph with TV actor and Bigg Boss 19 star Baseer Ali has

Zubeen Garg's Family Writes To PM Modi, Seeks Special Court To Hear Case

Family members of Assam's cultural icon Zubeen Garg on Saturday submitted a memorandum to Prime Minister Narendra Modi requesting to set up a spe

Noida techie death: Who is IAS officer Krishna Karunesh, named new Noida CEO after Lokesh M's sacking

Noida Authority has a new CEO, Krishna Karunesh, appointed after the tragic death of a techie in a construction pit. Yuvraj Mehta's demise in an

Bangladesh Axed From T20 World Cup After Refusal To Tour India. Scotland

The International Cricket Council (ICC) on Saturday axed Bangladesh from the T20 World Cup, following their refusal to travel to India for the to

Republic Day 2026: Six Must-Read Books To Understand India's Constitution

As Republic Day 2026 approaches, these readings offer an opportunity to better understand the values, struggles, and responsibilities embedded in

Rozgar Mela is a Platform of Assurance, Self-Confidence for Youth: Bandi Sanjay

Bandi Sanjay Kumar said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi has deep concern and affection for the youth of the country

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Watch: What lies ahead for BJPs newest and also youngest president Nitin Nabin? | Talking Politics

Nitin Nabin, 45, formally took charge as the Bharatiya Janata Partys (BJP) new national president on January 20, 2026 in the presence of Prime Mi

Sabarimala gold theft case: States stance helpful for accused, says V.D. Satheeshan

The Opposition leader alleged that the accused in the case received bail in the wake of a delay in submitting the chargesheet, which was due to t

'This Is Switzerland': Vande Bharat Against Snowcapped Background Stuns Social Media

The Vande Bharat Express traversed the snow-covered Banihal region in Jammu and Kashmir during the first snowfall, creating postcard-like scenes

Gen Z Productivity Under Scanner As Entrepreneur Shares Interview Incident

The post started debate over professionalism, responsibility, and evolving workplace norms at a time when economic uncertainty is already putting

T20 World Cup 2026: Scotland to replace Bangladesh, confirms ICC

Scotland will thus play their four group league games against West Indies (February 7), Italy (February 9) and England (February 14) in Kolkata f

300 Stray Dogs killed in Telangana village, Sarpanch Booked

The killings are suspected to have been carried out by some elected representatives, including Sarpanchs, allegedly to fulfill promises made to v

UGC anti-discrimination rules 2026: A bid for inclusion or risk of bias? Explained

Heads of universities and colleges are no longer just administrators; they are now the first line of accountability in preventing and responding

ICC Informs BCB That Scotland Has Replaced Bangladesh In T20 World Cup

New Delhi, Jan 24: The International Cricket Council (ICC) has officially informed the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) that it has been replaced b

U.S. Treasury Secretary hints at possible tariff relief for India as Russian oil imports drop

Indian purchases by their refineries of Russian oil have collapsed. So that is a success. The tariffs are still on, 25% tariffs for Russian oil a

Ahead of Budget Session, Govt convenes all-party meet on January 27

The Budget Session will begin on January 28, with President Droupadi Murmu's address to the joint sitting of Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha

'Unjust to voters, unfair to democracy': Amartya Sen says 'SIR in Bengal done in hurry'

Nobel laureate Amartya Sen voiced concerns over West Bengal's Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls, saying the exercise is eing done in

Police Declares AP as Ganja-free Cultivation State

Heightened surveillance using drones helped the police in containing the cultivation of ganja completely in Andhra Pradesh: Police

J-K MP Engineer Rashid allowed to attend Budget Session in custody

New Delhi: A Delhi court on Saturday, January 24, granted custody parole to jailed Lok Sabha MP Engineer Rashid to attend the upcoming Budget Ses

Co-existence is at the heart of todays literary festivals

As tribalism and majoritarian politics rise globally, festival regulars in India including Shashi Tharoor, Banu Mushtaq, and Sandip Roy reflect o

Over 650 students receive degrees at 25th convocation of TANUVAS

Among the immense potential of our country is the juvenile brain boxes in India. Our dream of a developed nation can be realised better and faste

President Murmu To Address Nation On Republic Day Eve

New Delhi, Jan 24: President Droupadi Murmu will address the nation on Sunday on the eve of the Republic Day, her office has said. The address wi

Luke Coutinho Shares How Sunshine Can Be A Powerful Ally Against Chronic Diseases

According to Luke Coutinho, moderate sunlight increases serotonin and regulates circadian rhythms, combating fatigue and brain fog.

Landslide on Indonesias Java island kills at least 8 people, leaves more than 80 missing

Jakarta (Indonesia), Jan 24 : A predawn landslide triggered by torrential rains on Indonesias main island of Java killed at least eight people on

'High courts guardians of rule of law for common citizens': CJI Surya Kant

Russian attacks on Ukraine kill 1, wound 18 ahead of second day of peace talks

Kyiv, Jan 24 : Russian attacks on Ukraine killed at least one person and wounded 18 overnight into Saturday, as negotiators from Ukraine, Russia

Over 8,000 flights cancelled as major winter storm bears down across much of US

Dallas, Jan 24 : More than 8,000 flights across the US set to take off over the weekend have been cancelled as a major storm expected to wreak ha

9 of family killed in avalanche in northwest Pakistan

Islamabad, Jan 24 : At least nine members of a family were killed when an avalanche buried their house in northwest Pakistans Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

Bangladesh out, Scotland in for ICC T20 World Cup: Report

Scotland will play in the 2026 ICC Men's T20 World Cup. The International Cricket Council removed Bangladesh from the tournament. This decision c

Indian national among 4 dead in shooting linked to family dispute in US

New York, Jan 24 : An Indian national was among the victims of a shooting incident linked to an alleged family dispute in the US state of Georgia

Australia Open: India's Yuki Bhazmbri advances, N. Sriram Balaji ousted

Yuki Bhambri and his partner Andre Goransson advanced to the third round of the Australian Open men's doubles on Saturday. They defeated Santiago

Video: 6 Injured As Speeding Mercedes Crashes Into US Airport Terminal

A speeding car crashed into a terminal at the Detroit Metro Airport in Michigan on Friday evening, leaving at least six people injured.

Shriram Finance Q3 net profit slips 22% to 2,530 crore

The company had reported a net profit of 3,249 crore in the year-ago period and 2,314 crore in the quarter-ago period.

Congress Criticises Modi Govt on Great Nicobar Project

Sonia Gandhi criticized the Great Nicobar project as a 'planned misadventure' endangering indigenous communities, claiming the BJP government is

The 50: List of 20 Bigg Boss contestants in Farah Khans show

Mumbai: All eyes are on the upcoming Indian reality show The 50, hosted by Farah Khan, which is set to premiere on February 1. Even before its gr

Ukraine's foreign minister says Putin 'cynically' attacked during Abu Dhabi talks

Russia launched a major missile strike on Ukraine's cities Kyiv and Kharkiv. This happened while peace talks involving Ukraine, Russia, and the U

Singapore investigates fake bomb threat at air base

Singapore, Jan 24 : Investigations are ongoing over a bomb threat against Singapores Paya Lebar Air Base, which was posted online and later deter

Fire breaks out in furniture store near Nampally Railway Station, no casualties

At least 10 fire tenders were rushed to the spot following a distress call at 1:42 p.m. Firefighters worked to bring the blaze under control as t

Nipah Virus Update: Bats At Alipore Zoo Kolkata Being Tested For Virus

The National Institute of Medical Research (NIMR) has started conducting random RT-PCR (Reverse Transcription Polymerase Chain Reaction) tests am

Australian Open 2026: Naomi Osaka withdraws before third-round match

The two-time Australian Open champion announced it on social media without divulging her injury, posting on Instagram that she had to withdraw to

Ahead of Parliament's Budget Session, govt convenes all-party meet on Jan 27

Union Budget 2026: Parliament's Budget Session commences January 28 with President Draupadi Murmu's address. A crucial all-party meeting is sched

A.P. Irrigation officials set a record by releasing 40 tmcft water to Rayalaseema through Handri-Neeva

Tiger roaming in Buttayagudem confirmed as male; sub-adult with poor hunting skills

According to preliminary analysis by Forest Department officials, camera trap images obtained recently show no evidence of territorial behaviour

Over 70 fugitives wanted by India located abroad during 2024-25: Govt report

India located over 70 fugitives abroad in 2024-25, the highest in a decade, while 203 foreign fugitives were detected in India. The nation also s

High Courts Must Be Proactive Primary Sentinels of Rule of Law: CJI

Mumbai, Jan 24: Chief Justice of India Surya Kant on Saturday said High Courts must act as proactive primary sentinels of the rule of law and rem

UltraTech Cement Q3 profit at Rs 1,729.44 cr

New Delhi, Jan 24 : UltraTech Cement, Indias leading cement maker on Saturday reported a consolidated net profit of Rs 1,729.44 crore for Decembe

From Diamond to Sun: How Goldi Solar Reignited Navsari's Sparkle

Not many may be aware that before Surat rose to prominence as a global diamond hub, Navsari held that prestigious position. For decades, Navsari

K.V. Vijesh, acclaimed theatre artiste, passes away

He had collapsed during a drama practice session in Kochi on Friday afternoon

INOXGFL signs MoUs with 3 states to invest Rs 17,000 cr in renewable energy

New Delhi/Davos, Jan 24 : INOXGFL Group has signed three MoUs worth Rs 17,000 crore with Uttar Pradesh, Assam and Kerala governments to invest in

Trident Realty to invest Rs 1,200 cr to build 125-acre township in Panipat

New Delhi, Jan 24 : Trident Realty will invest Rs 1,200 crore to develop a 125-acre integrated township at Panipat in Haryana as part of its expa

Uttar Pradesh to be 'engine' of developed India: Amit Shah

Uttar Pradesh is poised to become the engine of a developed India by 2047. Union Home Minister Amit Shah highlighted the state's transformation f

How far can parental rage go? Faridabad man kills 4-year-old daughter after she failed to write 150; 7-year-old son witnesses assault

A Faridabad father allegedly beat his four-year-old daughter to death for not writing numbers correctly. Krishna Jaiswal was arrested after his w

Shashi Tharoor Was Asked Why He Missed Key Congress Meet. What He Said

Congress MP Shashi Tharoor has firmly refused to be drawn into public speculation over his absence from a key Congress meeting in Delhi, stating

Cyberabad Police rescues 337 children in a week

Hyderabad:Cyberabad Police SHE Teams carried out 176 decoy operations from January 17 to January 23 and caught 55 people allegedly indulging in i