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Maharashtra Government Denies Delay In Seeking Flood Aid

Nationalist Congress Party (Sharad Pawar) MP Supriya Sule had alleged that despite severe distress caused by months of heavy rainfall and crop da

Megong Intl Litfest begins with pomp

From Our Correspondent TURA, Dec 3: The third edition of the Megong International Literary Festival opened on Wednesday at DC Park, Tura, celebra

Days Away From Assembly Session, Siddaramaiah Caught Wearing Expensive Watch

BJP criticised the Chief Minister over flaunting an expensive Santos de Cartier watch at a time when people of Karnataka struggle with drought an

MeECL engineers slam GH group over slur on official

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Dec 3: The MeECL Engineers Association has strongly condemned allegations made by the Achik State Peoples Front (ASPF),

Did TPUSA former employee say Candace Owens is right? New shocking claim about Turning Point USA leadership goes viral. Here's all details

Did TPUSA former employee say Candace Owens is right? A social post shared a video of a claimed former Turning Point USA employee who supported C

Massive liquor haul razed after community raids in Mawkyrwat

From Our Correspondent MAWKYRWAT, Dec 3: Community organisations in Mawkyrwat, South West Khasi Hills, publicly destroyed a massive haul of illeg

Alexa and Brennon divorce: Love is Blind season 3 couple ends marriage after welcoming baby girl last year

Alexa and Brennon Lemieux, known from Love Is Blind season 3, are divorcing. The couple announced their separation after four years together. The

Police to probe irregularities in NGH college

From Our Correspondent MENDIPATHAR, Dec 3: Mendipathar College, which has recently been in the news over allegations of misappropriation and the

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PHE minister explains water crisis as GSWSS Phase-III enters final stages

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Dec 3: PHE Minister Marcuise N Marak said the unannounced water shortage reported in parts of Mawprem and Jaiaw Pynthor

Call for inclusion, empowerment of PwDs resonates in Meghalaya

Intl Day of Persons with Disabilities Our Bureau SHILLONG/TURA/NONGPOH, Dec 3: Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma said Meghalaya is transitioning fro

Trump LIVE: US President makes announcement on federal fuel standards from Oval Office

NPP witnesses heavy rush of applicants for GHADC polls

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Dec 3: The National Peoples Party (NPP) is dealing with an unusually high number of ticket seekers as it begins the pro

US Announces Major Defence Boost as India Signs MH-60R Seahawk Sustainment Deal

For surface missions, the helicopter can carry AGM-114 Hellfire missiles, lightweight torpedoes, and machine guns, supported by advanced radar an

AP Pilgrims Car Crashes Into Bridge in TN, Two Dead

The car, travelling on the Theni-Dindigul bypass near Periyakulam in Tamil Nadu, rammed into a bridge in the small hours, killing Rajesh on the s

Nepal, India to discuss supply of aviation fuel through pipeline

Officials from the two countries are set to hold a meeting next week in New Delhi, said an official at the Ministry of Commerce and Industry

Anti-labour, pro-crony codes pose threat to job security: Kharge

Opposition MPs staged a protest against new labour codes, deeming them 'anti-labour' and a threat to job security. Concerns were raised about rel

Haryana man fails to pay 1 cr. for fancy number; Minister orders income check

Last week, during an online auction for the registration number HR-88-B-8888 in the Badhra subdivision of Charkhi Dadri district, the man was dec

High-level panel formed to improve air quality: Delhi CM

BJP wins 7 wards, AAPsecures 3 in MCD bypolls

Cong., All India Forward Bloc register one win each; BJP garners 45.09% vote share, AAP 34.97%, Congress 13.44%; BJP gains control of Chandni Cho

Giving laws more teeth to curb deepfakes, says Vaishnaw

Union Budget 2026: Will GST 2.0 consumption boost help Nirmala Sitharaman adhere to fiscal glide path?

India's economy is ending the fiscal year strongly. Landmark tax reforms and firm fiscal discipline are key drivers. Finance Minister Nirmala Sit

2 Divers Found Dead in Three-Wheeler, Drug Overdose Suspected: Police

On being informed by the locals, Chandrayangutta police and CLUES team rushed to the spot and examined the crime scene at 9.30 am.

November exports will erase dip seen in October, says Goyal

Who is Jimena Araya aka Rosita and why was Venezuelan model and DJ sanctioned by US? Here's complete truth, her background, links to Tren de Aragua gang

Who is Jimena Araya aka Rosita and why was Venezuelan model and DJ sanctioned by US? This explainer covers the background of Venezuelan model and

AAP winning back trust of people: Kejriwal; result of hard work: BJP

Delhi residents protest against rising pollution, demand concrete plan

Bangladeshs Chief Adviser Yunus visits critically ill ex-PM Khaleda Zia

The Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus stayed at the hospital for nearly half an hour and urged her family, party leaders and activists to keep patienc

Telangana High Court: Stay on BC Quota Hike to Continue

However, the state government and none of the respondents has filed the counter affidavit in the said petitions and on Wednesday sought more time

Sri Lankans Sift Mud To Unearth Victims 4 Days After Deadly Cyclone

Villagers in Sri Lanka used spades on Wednesday to clear away mud as they searched for the bodies of relatives and friends days after 13 homes we

Railways Provided 5.08 Lakh Jobs; Vacancies Notified for 1.2 Lakh Jobs: Ashwini

There were 4.11 lakh recruitments in the Indian Railways during the period from 2004-2005 to 2013-and 5.08 lakh between 2014-2015 and 2024-2025.

Proof in hand, Rajnath stands by claim on Nehrus Babri plan

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh asserted that Jawaharlal Nehru wished to rebuild the Babri Mosque with public funds, citing a book based on Sardar

Who is Henry Cuellar, the 70-year-old Texas Democrat accused of acting as a foreign agent whom Trump just pardoned and what other charges did he face?

President Donald Trump issued a full and unconditional pardon to Texas Democratic Representative Henry Cuellar and his wife, Imelda. The announce

Govt plans bill to include Amaravati as Andhra capital

Two Delhi University colleges receive hoax bomb threat e-mails

Excise on tobacco products to be shared with states, says FM

The government has reintroduced excise duty on tobacco products, not a new cess, to prevent cigarettes from becoming more affordable. Finance Min

Poll preparations intensify in Ernakulam as officials balance SIR and election duties

Election-related work, which began in July, reached a crucial stage with the commissioning of EVMs on Wednesday; nearly 30 officials from various

Smaller districts, bigger questions: Andhra Pradeshs administrative restructuring

Andhras administrative boundaries have been redrawn twice, but to what end?

UDFs manifesto for Ernakulam district gives thrust to tourism, waste management, public transport

The manifesto outlines plans for modern technologies in waste treatment, a mobility hub in Kakkanad, tourism fairs and food fests, and new health

Delhi HC junks plea for court-monitored probe in Red Fort blast case

Crypto funds surge: Bitcoin (BTC USD) and Ethereum (ETH) ETFs see biggest weekly inflow in 7 weeks

Crypto ETFs inflows: Crypto funds experienced a significant rebound last week, recording $1.1 billion in net inflows, the largest in seven weeks.

Inter-State drug racket busted; five arrested

A missing link in Indias mineral mission

Theres a pressing need to strengthen Indias critical minerals sector but more focus needs to go into the often overlooked part of the value chain

Drones To Deliver Medicines And Blood To Health Centres In ASR District

The state health department is actively considering a proposal based on direction from the Chief Minister. A private firm, Proof of Concept, does

Aurora alert: Northern lights could dazzle 15 states tonight as solar storms intensify Heres when and how to watch them

The northern lights may brighten the skies across up to 15 U.S. states tonight as heightened solar activity nears the Earth. Two factors could ca

Bangladesh's Chief Adviser Yunus Visits Critically Ill Ex-PM Khaleda Zia

Bangladesh's Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus on Wednesday visited critically ill former prime minister and Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) Chairp

Prasar Bharati chairperson quits abruptly

Rupee slide not a worry, says CEA V Anantha Nageswaran as FDI set to top $100 billion

Chief Economic Adviser V Anantha Nageswaran downplayed concerns over the rupee's depreciation, stating it's not pressuring inflation and expectin

5 from Bangaldesh get life in terror conspiracy case

Justice Ajay Rastogi panel visits ground zero at Velusamypuram in Karur

The members of the committee inspected the place where Vijay addressed the public from atop his campaign vehicle, and the spots were ambulances p

ET Graphics: As Rupee breaches 90, a look at who loses and who gains

The Indian rupee has hit a historic low against the dollar. This slide raises concerns about import costs and stock market stability. However, th

Reservation policy rationalised in best possible way: J&K CM Omar Abdullah

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah announced that his cabinet has finalized a rationalized reservation policy, fulfilling the Nationa

Chandrababu Naidu Vows To Develop AP As Model State

Naidu urged farmers to instead take support and guidance from the government to raise crops that suit the nature of soil and climatic conditions.

Deadline for microchipping pet dogs extended to Dec. 14

Man murdered in Yakutpura, Police hunting for attackers

Hyderabad: A 25 year old man was brutally murdered by attackers at Rein Bazaar, Yakutpura, on Wednesday late evening. The deceased, identified as

Conservancy workers stage protest to press demands

Duma okays Reciprocal Exchange of Logistic Support pact ahead of Vladimir Putin's India visit

Russia's parliament has approved a crucial military agreement. This pact will streamline support for military forces, warships, and aircraft betw

DY CM Shivakumar Asks Employers To Grant Leave to Kerala Workers for Local Body Polls

Karnataka employers asked to help Kerala-origin workers exercise voting rights

CCB arrests man for forging land documents in Neelankarai

Sergey Boytsov football match in air grabs attention online, sets new 'high-altitude' record: How did Russian athlete pull it off? Watch viral clip, see all shocking details

Sergey Boytsov football match in air grabs attention online after the Russian athlete staged a football game on a platform under a hot-air balloo

Venkaiah Naidu Tells Senior Politicians To Be Role Models

AP BJP chief P.V.N. Madhav felt being fortunate to hold the responsibility of party chief and described the two senior leaders -- Venkaiah Naidu

Watch: Prohibitory orders clamped in Tirupparankundram, litigants not allowed to light lamp at pillar

The Madurai district administration clamped prohibitory orders in thetemple town of Tirupparankundramlate Wednesday evening amid protests by Hind

Sunali is Indian; despite every document, she was deported: Mamata Banerjee

West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee expressed concern over the alleged torture of Bengali-speaking migrant workers, who are reportedly being labeled a

US bankruptcies surge to 15-year high Recession alarms flash as filings outpace 2020 crisis

US bankruptcies 2025: US bankruptcy filings have surged to their highest level since 2020, with a 10.6% increase in the year ending September 30.

Labour Minister Mandaviya issues detailed rebuttal to Congress president Kharge on new labour codes

NEW DELHI: Union Labour and Employment Minister Mansukh Mandaviya on Wednesday undertook a strong defence of the newly implemented Labour Codes .

Honda refreshes 2026 CB125R with four new colours, specs unchanged

Honda's entry-level CB125R is getting a style refresh for 2026 with four new colour options internationally. While mechanically identical, boasti

Best places to retire: How Greece made it to the top and why retirees are attracted to it

For 2026, Greece ranks first on International Livings Annual Global Retirement Index as the worlds top retirement destination. The Mediterranean

Putin Seeks To Elevate India Ties

According to media reports, President Putin noted that he has already established a substantive economic dialogue with Chinese President Xi Jinpi

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CEC Gyanesh Kumar Assumes Chair of International Poll Body for 2026

India to lead global electoral forum with theme of inclusive, resilient democracy

Allu Arjun, Rashmika Mandanna's Pushpa 2 to release in Japan on this date, can it beat Prabhas, SS Rajamouli's Baahubali 2?

The Sukumar-directed Pushpa 2: The Rule is the third highest-grossing Indian film of all time with its global collections of Rs 1742 crore. SS Ra

J&K Government ordered payment of ex-gratia relief to persons affected by Law and Order

JAMMU, Dec 3: The Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha-led administration today announced Rs 25 lakh ex-gratia for the Next of the Kin (NoK) Click her

After SC nudge, Centre to bring back Sunali, son from Bangladesh

A pregnant woman and her son, deported earlier this year on suspicion of being Bangladeshi, will be brought back to India. The government informe

Corporate Colleges Flout BIE Rules on Student Support

Inter board dithers on taking action against colleges

Environment minister Bhupender Yadav holds high-level review meeting to discuss Delhi's air pollution

Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav has directed states and authorities to submit their 2026 annual action plans by December-end. These pl

Disability Inclusion Not An Act Of Charity: Top Court Judge

Supreme Court judge Justice Vikram Nath on Wednesday said disability inclusion was ot an act of charity but affirmation of equal personhood.

Oval Invincibles is MI London as RIL concludes Surrey deal

Reliance Industries has acquired a significant stake in The Hundred's Oval Invincibles. The team will be known as MI London starting in 2026. Thi

Letters to The Editor December 4, 2025

FIFA taps Village People for show as Trump influence dominates draw

The Village People will perform their hit song Y.M.C.A. at the 2026 World Cup draw in Washington. This event promises a star-studded lineup inclu

Severely Injured Wild Elephant Dies While Undergoing Treatment At SVZP

The tusk-less pachyderm is about 25 years old. Officials said the elephant had been lying in the water and could not stand, prompting an immediat

Sting in the tail: on Cyclone Ditwah, its impact

Ditwah devastated Sri Lanka, and exposed infrastructure gaps in India

Corporate India races to close succession gap

In the evolving landscape of corporate India, businesses are actively refining their succession planning strategies. An increasing number of orga

J&K accounts for 35% of all UAPA arrests in India from 20192023, data reveals

SRINAGAR: Jammu and Kashmir has accounted for 35% of the total arrests nationwide under the UAPA in four years period after 2019 as a total of 36

Bazball under microscope as England face pink ball demons in second Ashes test

England's Bazball strategy faces a stern test at the Gabba. The team confronts its pink ball weaknesses and the prospect of a two-nil Ashes defic

What happens when you drink two glasses of orange juice daily for two months? Pasteurized orange juice study reveals it influences genes linked to heart health and inflammation

A new study on pasteurized orange juice suggests that drinking two glasses daily for two months may improve heart health, reduce inflammation, an

Lionel Messi to visit Mumbais Wankhede on December 14, interact with young footballers

Young footballer Suhana Mandal will meet Lionel Messi thanks to the Maharashtra government's 'Maha Deva' project. This initiative provides schola

ICAR data: Madhya Pradesh leads parali burning with 52% of fire events among six states

BHOPAL: Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhans home state, Madhya Pradesh, is contributing the maximum to parali burning (paddy residu

Who are Henry Cuellar and Imelda Cuellar? Why has President Donald Trump pardoned husband-wife?

Donald Trump's pardons this year have included a string of unlikely beneficiaries who are boldfaced names and frequently politically aligned with

A dismantling of the base of environmental regulation

For an institution that has pioneered environmental protection, the top courts review of Vanashakti marks a disquieting step backward

Shake-up in J&K reservation policy: J&K cabinet clears proposal to slash EWS by 7 pc, RBA by 3 pc

Open Merit share to rise by 10%; Decision to be sent to LG for approval Jammu Tawi, Dec 3:The Jammu & Kashmir cabinet on Wednesday green-signalle