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Jantar Mantar ban pushes smaller protest groups in permission maze

New Delhi: The denotification of Delhis Jantar Mantar from the designated protest list has not just impacted the movement by the Cockroach Janta

Democratic wins in StateAG races give Trump a new headache

Incoming Democratic attorneys general could halt cooperation with federal immigration operations, fortify abortion access and file multistate cha

PM Modi desperate, 'jhola-picking-up time' fast approaching: Congress

The opposition party's dig came after Modi targeted political opponents, saying armed Maoists have been eliminated, but dimagi Naxals have infilt

Jashn-e Chiraghan: Tracing Deepavali celebrations in the Mughal Empire

Historian Anoushka Jain traces the history of Deepavali celebrations in the Mughal Empire, exploring how the festival of lights found a place in

Six wells turn black, flammable in Karnataka village; probe on

Sirci: Residents of Omkara Nagar in Dodnalli village of Sirsi taluk in Uttara Kannada district are facing an unusual and alarming water contamina

Activist moves NGT over untreated sewage discharge into Godavari

Hyderabad: A local activist and law student has approached the National Green Tribunal over pollution of river Godavari due to the release of unt

Fresh liquor licences on hold till 2026-27 policy is framed: Excise order

After the new government assumed office in May 2026, it decided not to grant fresh licences on applications already submitted to the department

US forms 20-member task force to restrict Iran

The United States has formed a 20-member task force to prevent Iran from moving advanced weapons, sanctioned materials and other restricted goods

'Deport All Dot Heads': Diwali celebrations in Seattle disrupted by far-right activists | VIDEO

A Diwali celebration in Seattle turned chaotic on Saturday (local time) after a group of conservative activists disrupted it and called for a dep

Kumaraswamy Alleges Corruption in Hassan, Releases Purported WhatsApp Chats

Union Minister HD Kumaraswamy released what he described as 15 pages of WhatsApp conversations, which he claimed pointed to demands for money to

Netanyahu rival given first chance at forming new government

Herzog's decision is another blow to Netanyahu, who lost his parliamentary majority in the election; But it does not guarantee that Eisenkot will

Diwali Muhurat Trading: Sensex, Nifty End in Red, 8-Year Winning Streak Broken

Sensex and Nifty closed marginally lower during Diwali Muhurat trading 2026, snapping an eight-year winning streak. Check market performance, top

Bikaner tragedy: Three killed as two men trying to rescue quarrelling couple hit by train

Three people killed and one seriously injured after being run over by train in Rajasthan's Bikaner district on Sunday. As per preliminary informa

'Trying To Obtain Nuclear Weapons': Israel Says 'Iran Mission' Not Complete

Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz renewed charges that Iran -- attacked twice since last year in major Israeli-US bombing campaigns -- is purs

'Naxalites eliminated, but...': PM Modi says 'dimagi naxals' still threaten India's constitution

Fresh sexual harassment complaint against Gem Granites Veeramani

Action has been initiated based on the statement of the minor, who was previously a witness in an already registered case

Suriya's Scene vs Nayanthara's Mookuthi Amman 2 Box Office Day 3: Which Tamil film leads the weekend race?

The Diwali weekend has brought two Tamil films to theatres, with Suriya's Scene and Nayanthara's Mookuthi Amman 2 competing for audience attentio

Nifty slips below 25,000 in Muhurat as Samvat 2083 opens on a mixed note

The Nifty 50 fell 43.95 points, or 0.18%, to 24,986.40, slipping just below the 25,000 mark after opening at 25,070 and touching an intraday high

CM Fadnavis announces borewell relaxation after Diwali visit to farmer's home

CM Fadnavis also announced a temporary relaxation of restrictions on borewell digging, allowing local farmers to dig borewells until December 15

UN secretary general race turns chaotic amid global power rivalries

The race for the next UN secretary general is mired in regional rivalries and divisions among Security Council members, raising uncertainty over

Nearly 100 fall ill after eating pani puri, tikki from street vendor in UP villages

In Siddharthnagar, nearly 100 residents became ill after consuming contaminated pani puri and tikki from a street vendor. Affected individuals re

Govt to start accepting ECMS applications on rolling basis from July 2027

Government plans to accept ECMS applications on a rolling basis from July 2027 to avoid missing capable companies due to application deadlines

Hrithik Roshan Makes History as First Indian Superstar at LACMA Art + Film Gala

Hrithik's presence marked a notable moment for Indian representation at the prestigious cultural gathering, as he became the first mainstream Ind

Turkish villagers urge COP31 leaders to witness coal mining devastation

Villagers near Turkey's Akbelen forest want COP31 leaders to witness the damage caused by coal mining, which they say has destroyed forests and t

Bright Outdoor Media moves to BSE, NSE main boards, eyes expansion in digital advertising

The transition gives the Mumbai-based company a wider capital-market platform as it looks to expand its outdoor advertising network, increase its

Japans Tashima rates FIFA election chances at 20%-30% in challenge to Infantino

I've been contacted by presidents and international department officials from eight countries, including some outside Asia, said Japan Football A

Shivamogga student secures all-India first rank in NDA exam

Bengaluru: An 18-year-old engineering student from Karnataka has achieved a remarkable milestone by topping the National Defence Academy (NDA) en

Trump golf course tree felling sparks probe into alleged government misconduct

Fresh Sexual Harassment Complaint Against Granite Baron Veeramani

Action has been initiated based on the statement of the minor, who was previously a witness in an already registered case, police said

Odisha State Pollution Control Board Issues Diwali Advisory; Mandates Green Crackers

Odisha State Pollution Control Board (OSPCB) has issued a comprehensive advisory for Diwali celebrations across the state, urging the public to u

Florida homeowner breaks leg outside court; appeals court orders new insurance trial

Women do not rate men with lower-than-average voices as more attractive when they can see them, finds study

Woman wins $4m lottery weeks after divorce; ex-husband loses appeal

Eisenkot gets first chance to form Israeli govt after tight election

Eisenkot has up to six weeks to form a coalition with the support of a majority of the 120-seat parliament, while Netanyahu remains in caretaker

In 2017, California replaced a fish-blocking road crossing on Upper Green Valley Creek; surveys later found 136 young steelhead upstream of the former barrier

In 2017, engineers undertook a significant project to replace an old culvert that hindered fish migration in Upper Green Valley Creek. The succes

TN greenlights setting up PSU for executing big ticket govt construction projects

The Tamil Nadu Infrastructure and Construction Corporation will be established to undertake government building projects in the state costing mor

Two Persons Murdered in Separate Incidents in Hyderabad

The police booked separate cases in connection with the two incidents and took up investigation

Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei's Representative Wishes Indians A Happy Diwali

Describing the occasion as a festival of light, he offered his congratulations and wished everyone a long and healthy life.

Civil Liberties Situation In UP Is Shameful; Police Have Little Regard For Citizens Rights: Allahabad HC

Allahabad HC orders release of illegally detained UP resident, criticises police over missing CCTV footage and civil liberties violations.

Democratic wins in state Attorney General races give Donald Trump a new headache

Democrats have achieved significant victories by winning attorney general races in five traditionally Republican-leaning states. This shift may h

Israel Says Mission Against Iran 'Not Complete', Warns Hezbollah

Defence Minister Israel Katz says Tehran is pursuing nuclear weapons and warns Hezbollah of severe consequences if it attacks Israel

OP Rajbhar accuses late Mulayam Singh Yadav for firing on kar sevaks

Uttar Pradesh Minister OP Rajbhar has accused former chief minister Mulayam Singh Yadav of being reponsible for the firing on the kar sevak's dur

Odisha Seeks Permanent Housing for Five Rescued Orangutans at Nandankanan; Indonesian Expert Team to Visit

The Odisha government has formally requested that five orangutans rescued from Baleshwar district remain permanently at Nandankanan Zoological Pa

Our brightest Diwali yet: Vicky, Katrina reveal son Vihaan

Mumbai: Actor couple Vicky Kaushal and Katrina Kaif have revealed the face of their son, Vihaan. On Sunday, the couple took to their Instagram, a

CBSE 12th exam 2027 on Holi? Check these papers scheduled on March 22

Will CBSE exam 2026 be held on Holi on March 22? As per CBSE date sheet 2027, Class 12 papers on Knowledge Tradition and Practices of India, Bhot

Nine rescued after ceiling slab collapses in Thane building

On Sunday morning in Thane, a ceiling slab of a flat collapsed, trapping residents inside. Rescue operations involving the fire brigade and local

Russia targets Ukrainian rescue workers at site of Zaporizhzhia bombing that killed 55

Diwali 2026: Thoughtful and budget-friendly gifts for office colleagues

As Diwali approaches, Diwali parties in every office are being celebrated. If you're searching for Diwali gift ideas for every employee in the of

U.S. launches task force to disrupt land transit routes into Iran

The restrictions would expand on a U.S. naval blockade of Iranian ports during the two countries' eight-month war, in which Tehran has also restr

Man Arrested For Throwing Acid On Friend In Pune, Four Injured

Friend's mother, passerby and six-year-old girl among those injured in Yerawada attack

'Time to give Baba a grand farewell': Akhilesh Yadav vows to oust BJP from power in 2027 UP polls

Samajwadi Party (SP) national president Akhilesh Yadav on Sunday vowed to eradicate the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) from power in Uttar P

Who is Arjun Rajput? Batter who came to India's rescue vs Pakistan in U19 Asia Cup

Jalandhar's Arjun Rajput rescued India with a brilliant 107 off 85 balls against Pakistan in the U-19 Asia Cup after the team slipped to 22/3. Th

'He forced his sister out over family property': Revanth Reddy's personal attack on KT Rama Rao

Woman's Surprise Diwali Homecoming Leaves Parents Emotional, Wins Hearts Online

The emotional reunion and the heartfelt hug between the daughter and her parents have touched viewers online.

'Ramayana' Rakes In Rs 375 Crore Globally On Opening Weekend

Ranbir Kapoor, Sai Pallavi and Yash-starrer earns Rs 218.25 crore gross at domestic box office

Odisha Invites Scholarship Applications Under 'Mukhyamantri Medhabi Chhatra Protsahan Yojana' 2026-27

Interested students can apply through the official Odisha State Scholarship Portal at scholarship.odisha.gov.in.

Tanker catches fire off Oman

Muscat: A tanker caught fire approximately eight nautical miles northwest of Khasab, Oman, on Saturday, November 7, 2026, prompting the evacuatio

Bargarh Dhanu Yatra Kansa Selection Row Resolved; Festival Committee Removes 60-Year Age Limit Following Artists

The controversy surrounding the selection of Maharaja Kansa for the world-famous Bargarh Dhanu Yatra has been resolved after the festival executi

Florida brought in Old World climbing fern as an ornamental; the vine later smothered more than 100,000 acres and can carry ground fires into tree canopies

Once admired for its ornamental beauty, the old world climbing fern has now wreaked havoc on Florida's ecosystems. This invasive plant grows ramp

Amitabh Bachchan Apologises For Delayed Fan Replies On Diwali

Actor says hand discomfort has affected his ability to write personal responses to fans' greetings and gifts

IL-33 Targeting Shows Promise in COPD Treatment, Questions Remain

Recent studies suggest that targeting IL-33 can significantly reduce COPD exacerbations, but the effectiveness across various patient profiles is

Gangster Afridi deported after 10-month manhunt

Stephen Hawking: Celebrated Theoretical Physicist and Author

Stephen Hawking, the celebrated theoretical physicist, is remembered for his groundbreaking work despite living with ALS most of his life. Stephe

TN Scraps Kurian Panel on Centre-State Relations, Cites Overlapping Role

According to the government's rationale, the panel became redundant following the reconstitution of the Tamil Nadu State Law Commission on August

Khawaja Says All Australian Players Knew of 2018 Ball Tampering

Usman Khawaja's revelations suggest the entire Australian cricket team knew about the 2018 ball tampering, contradicting previous denials from so

India Qualify For Cup of Nations, To Compete Against 18 International Teams

India marked a significant milestone in its motorsport journey, earning a place in Cup of Nations, which will see 18 international teams compete

Hossam Hassan Sacked as Egypt

The Egyptian Football Association has dismissed coach Hossam Hassan due to issues regarding his personal life and its impact on the team's image.

Katrina Kaif and Vicky Kaushal Share Son

Katrina Kaif and Vicky Kaushal shared their first family photo with son Vihaan on Diwali, marking his first birthday. Katrina Kaif and Vicky Kaus

Ramayana Makers Threaten Legal Action Over Unauthorized Theatre Clips

The makers of Ramayana have warned against unauthorized sharing of film clips, threatening legal action. Ramayana Makers Threaten Legal Action Ov

Ramayana Part One Sets Record for Single-Day Overseas Earnings

Ramayana Part One, featuring Ranbir Kapoor and Yash, achieved record overseas box office collections, earning USD 17.45 million in three days. Ra

Taylor Kitsch, Alexandra Daddario Join True-Crime Film

Christopher Walken also boards 'Long Island Bank Robber', directed by Matthew Gentile

Sony Launches MDR-3R USB-C Headphones Inspired by 1979 Design

Sony introduces the MDR-3R USB-C headphones, merging retro design with modern audio technology, though Indian pricing remains undisclosed. Sony L

Rupee, bond outlook in Samvat 2083 hinges on West Asia, inflation, flows

The rupee could strengthen to 92 per dollar if the US-Iran conflict eases, while bond yields may trade at 7-7.5 per cent amid inflation risks, ra

KTR didn

Hyderabad: Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy on Sunday, November 8, accused BRS leader K T Rama Rao of driving his sister, K Kavitha, out

Gold Prices in Hyderabad on November 8: 22K at

Gold prices in Hyderabad for November 8 show stability, with 22K priced at 1,31,600 and 24K at 1,43,570 per 10 grams. Gold Prices in Hyderabad on

Indian Oil to Acquire Ships as Freight Costs Rise Amid Iran-US Tensions

Indian Oil Corporation plans to purchase its own crude oil carriers as freight costs rise significantly amid escalating Iran-US tensions. Indian

Saudi Arabia Intercepts Houthi Missiles Targeting Riyadh and Eastern Province

Saudi Arabia's military intercepted missiles aimed at Riyadh and its Eastern province, causing damage but no injuries. Houthi attacks have escala

Bollywood Celebrities Extend Diwali Wishes On Social Media

Priyanka Chopra, Amitabh Bachchan, Katrina Kaif, Anushka Sharma, Ram Charan among stars wishing fans on the festival

'Notebandi' devastated economy, 'votebandi' destroying polity: Congress slams PM Modi

On this day in 2016, Prime Minister Modi addressed the nation and announced demonetisation of high-value currency notes of 500 and 1,000

Fusion Finance targets 20-25% AUM growth as loan demand picks up in H2FY27

Fusion Finance expects loan demand to recover in H2FY27 as festive activity picks up, while weather-related disruptions may moderate its earlier

J&K: 4 police personnel, including SHO, injured as bus rams police vehicle in Ramban

The accident occurred shortly after the police vehicle joined the escort of BJP leader and Leader of the Opposition in the Jammu and Kashmir Legi

Diwali 2026 Muhurat trading: Ritual or investment strategy? 5 investment mistakes to avoid while buying stock

Muhurat Trading 2026 marks the beginning of Samvat 2083, with the special one-hour stock market session on Diwali attracting investors seeking an

Oil PSUs ask petrol pumps to step up checks to ensure high-quality petrol

Indian Oil, Bharat Petroleum and Hindustan Petroleum have directed petrol pumps across the country to increase checks on underground storage tank

Mata Sita underwent Agni Pariksha; I will never visit Ram Temple: Trinamool's Kirti Azad

Azad said he had visited Kamakhya Temple and Tripura Sundari Temple but had never visited the Ram Temple in Ayodhya and would not do so in the fu

Sensex, Nifty end lower in Diwali special trading session as banking stocks drag

The Sensex fell 28.62 points to close at 80,999.40, while the Nifty declined 43.95 points to settle at 24,986.40, slipping below the 25,000 mark.

Saudi Arabia intercepts missiles as Aramco building in Riyadh damaged, other Mideast news

There is no immediate claim of responsibility for the attack by Yemen's Iran-backed Houthi rebels, who have claimed such attacks in the past

Union Minister H.D. Kumaraswamy alleges Hassan DC retained her post by paying bribe district minister

Hassan Deputy Commissioner K.S. Latha Kumari has denied the allegations made against her, saying she has never done anything illegal

Maoists gone, but 'dimagi Naxals' instigating people against Constitution and democracy: PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlighted the elimination of armed Maoists while addressing the ideological threat of 'dimagi Naxals'. He emphasiz

KTR Drove Sister Out of Home, Will He Do Good to People': Revanth Reddy

Revanth Reddy said the government would launch the second phase of distribution of free 'Indiramma' sarees to women on November 19 on the occasio

Krishna District: Class X Student Found Dead At BC Hostel

Protesting against the incident, the family members staged a demonstration outside the government hospital, demanding justice for the student.