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Marketing lesson on the tracks

When trains become more than just a mode of transport

4 Jan 2026 2:55 am
Pangalia, Ambrish help India U-19 beat SA U-19 in Youth ODI

India piled up a mammoth 301 in 50 overs with Pangalia slamming 93 (95 balls) and Ambrish hitting 65 off 79 deliveries after they were precariously placed at 67 for 4 in the 15th over

4 Jan 2026 2:28 am
Anthony Joshua returns to Britain after car crash that killed two friends in Nigeria

Joshua sustained minor injuries and the two-time heavyweight champion was released from a hospital on Wednesday (December 31, 2025) after being deemed clinically fit to recuperate at home

4 Jan 2026 2:13 am
USDP | The junta in civilian clothing

The party in Myanmar functions as a strategic instrument of the junta within a multi-party system where the military retains ultimate power through constitutional guarantees

4 Jan 2026 1:22 am
Grok user making illegal content will suffer same consequence as uploading such content: Elon Musk

Ministry of Electronics and IT has directed the U.S.-based social media firm to submit a detailed action taken report (ATR) within 72 hours from the date when the order was issued.

4 Jan 2026 1:20 am
Watch: Trump Speech: U.S. will have large oil companies go into Venezuela | Nicolas Maduro

U.S. President Donald Trump said on Saturday that the United States will have large U.S. oil companies go into Venezuela after the arrest of President Nicolas Maduro.

4 Jan 2026 12:31 am
Airy has an air about him

The first observation using the Airy Transit Circle telescope, a device that functioned for over a hundred years, was taken on January 4, 1851! The telescope bears the name of English mathematician and astronomer George Biddell Airy, a methodical scientist who designed it. A.S.Ganesh tells you more about Airy and his transit circle

4 Jan 2026 12:22 am
Metro peak-hour services stepped up on key stretch to meet growing demand

Trains are now operated every three minutes on Washermanpet to Alandur via Guindy, a part of corridor 1. Chennai Metro Rail now runs 752 trips a day as against the previous 722 trips a day, say officials

4 Jan 2026 12:17 am
Development a key focus, says Thrikkakara municipal chief

The idea is to focus on ten key goals and ensure they are met. These include improvements in waste management, ensuring a reliable and adequate water supply, stray dog control, and fostering sustainable urban development, among others, says Rashid Ullamppilly

4 Jan 2026 12:13 am
Nritya Kalanidhi award conferred on Urmila Satyanarayanan

19th Dance Festival begins at the Music Academy in Chennai

3 Jan 2026 11:48 pm
Will run the country until safe, proper and judicious transition is possible, says Trump at press conference

Maduro and his wife have been indicted in the southern district of New York for their campaign of deadly narco-terrorism against the United States and its citizens, Mr. Trump says.

3 Jan 2026 11:42 pm
Two youths arrested for attacking policemen on New Years eve

The incident occurred near Balekundri Circle

3 Jan 2026 11:20 pm
Promote khadi, encourage indigenous artisans, says Vijayawada MP

It is our responsibility to pass on khadi products as a heritage to the future generations, says Kesineni Sivanath

3 Jan 2026 11:15 pm
Bihar launches healthcare facilities for elderly at doorsteps

The facilities include nursing assistance, pathology tests, blood pressure check, ECG test, physiotherapy and all types of medical assistance in emergency situations.

3 Jan 2026 11:14 pm
Hopeful that DMK will conclude seat-sharing talks at the earliest: Girish Chodankar

He says the Congress has received close to 5,000 applications from aspiring candidates and the conclusion of the seat-sharing negotiations is essential as the party can then concentrate on choosing the candidates and campaigning

3 Jan 2026 10:59 pm
Barber held for playing 'anti-national' songs at his shop in Palghar district

According to locals who complained to the police, he allegedly played provocative content regularly, ignoring previous warnings, an official said

3 Jan 2026 10:57 pm
Those who lost homes in Kogilu to hold a rally today; BJP to protest on Monday

GBA and Rajiv Gandhi Housing Corporation Ltd. have finalised the list of those eligible for alternative housing in Kogilu Layout. However, verification by the Ashraya Committee is awaited

3 Jan 2026 10:55 pm
DVAC seizes unaccounted cash, gold coins, new silk sarees at DRDA Project Directors office in Ranipet

Directorate of Vigilance and Anti-Corruption (DVAC) officials said that residents have complained of irregularities including extra charge and commission for sanctioning works in rural areas

3 Jan 2026 10:50 pm
Lab technician held for death of welder in Tirupattur

Reportedly, Sakthivel collapsed as soon as Parthiban administered the injection

3 Jan 2026 10:47 pm
Mens HIL: Dragons scrape past Toofans in opener

Prince Deep produces a crucial save in the shootout for the home side; the Hyderabad outfit comes back thrice from behind to force penalties

3 Jan 2026 10:40 pm
CM accuses KCR of Kaleshwaram type exploitation in PRLIS too

Revanth Reddy vows to draw water from Jurala for the project in case clearances are not given to PRLIS with Srisailam as source

3 Jan 2026 10:29 pm
Watch: Who is Nicols Maduro? Inside Venezuelas most controversial leader

Explosions shook Caracas as Donald Trump claimed the US launched a large-scale strike on Venezuela and captured President Nicols Maduro. Caracas denies the claim and has declared a nationwide emergency. This video explains Maduros rise, Venezuelas economic collapse, US sanctions, and why the crisis now threatens regional and global stability.

3 Jan 2026 10:15 pm
West Bengal SIR: Cases of logical discrepancies in progeny mapping come down to 95 lakh

The Election Commission of India officials had earlier flagged 1.67 crore cases of suspicious progeny mapping with the 2002 electoral roll

3 Jan 2026 9:57 pm
Science Sante ignites spirited conversations, curious minds

The un-conference-style meetup,which featuredlightningtalks, workshops and group discussions, saw participation from researchers, scientists,educators, students,technologists and other individuals

3 Jan 2026 9:56 pm
Security heightened along Bangladesh border in Tripura

The vigil along the border was increased after reports of the movement of members of two Bangladesh-based armed groups

3 Jan 2026 9:52 pm
NIMHANS marks 50 years of its rural mental health facility

Sakalawara Community Mental Health Centre was established in 1976

3 Jan 2026 9:49 pm
CIEL HR Services mops up 30 crore from Zoho, Pegasus, others in pre-IPO round

In a public announcement, the Chennai-based company said it carried out a pre-IPO placement of 27,27,272 equity shares at 110 apiece, aggregating to 30 crore

3 Jan 2026 9:46 pm
Indias rural, tribal and migrant communities continue to face multiple challenges when fighting tuberculosis: Report

Challenges including socio-economic disparities, malnutrition, comorbidities and disruptions due to the COVID-19 pandemic impede elimination efforts, the report said

3 Jan 2026 9:43 pm
Vijay Hazare Trophy | Ton-upRohan, Samson help Kerala ease past Jharkhand

The openers knocks eclipse a well-paced century by Kushagra; and take their side to a comfortable eight-wicket victory; Ashok, Manav strike at regular intervals for Rajasthan as it sends TN packing; Padikkals ton helps Karnataka crush Tripura by 80 runs

3 Jan 2026 9:35 pm