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Centre Bans High-Dose Nimesulide Oral Formulations

It stated that it is necessary and expedient in the public interest to prohibit the manufacture, sale and distribution of the drug in the country

New Zealand Becomes Second Country To Welcome 2026. Here's The First

As the world prepares to turn the calendar page, New Zealand once again becomes one of the first countries to welcome the New Year.

Water level in Mettur Dam stands at 104.52 feet

Watch: Two men seen dangerously close to erupting Kilauea volcano lava

Address technical, procedural and administrative issues related to SIR: Haris Beeran

The IUML MP says the EC website is restricted to India IP addresses, which creates a significant barrier for overseas Indians

Rewind 2025: Tamil cinema took comfort in middle-class melodies, social dramas and village tales

Stories that reflect the plight of the common man, tackle societal issues, or evoke manvasanai have always been integral to Tamil cinema. In a du

Iran names new central bank governor amid soaring inflation

Tehran: Iran on Wednesday, December 31, appointed a new governor to the central bank after the former one resigned following a record currency fa

Bank Holiday On New Year: Will Banks Be Closed On December 31, 2025 and January 1, 2026?

Bank Holiday On 31 December And 1 January: As 2025 ends, bank customers across India are seeking clarity on branch operations for December 31, 20

BMTC to run special metro-feeder bus services for Chitra Santhe on January 4

According to a press release issued by BMTC, the special services will operate from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. on the day of the annual art fair, which att

Friend/Foes: Alliances Blur Ahead of Municipal Polls in Maharashtra

Rival NCP factions led by Ajit Pawar and Sharad Pawar joined hands for the Pune and Pimpri-Chinchwad municipal polls despite remaining adversarie

AIBE 20 Result 2025 Expected Soon, Check Past Trends, Direct Link To Download

AIBE 20 Result 2025: Nearly four weeks have passed since the AIBE 20 exam, and candidates are eagerly awaiting the release of the final answer ke

Bitcoin market trends 2025: Why BTC USD volatility dropped this year and how institutions profited

Bitcoin market trends 2025: Bitcoin's market saw remarkable calm in 2025, a stark contrast to previous years. This stability is attributed to ins

Gig workers from Maharashtra likely to join strike, police monitoring developments: Officials

Gig and platform workers from Mumbai and Maharashtra are expected to join a nationwide strike. This action is planned for New Year's Eve. Workers

Stock markets surge nearly 1% on last trading session of 2025; Nifty jumps 10.50% annually

After five days of decline, 30-share BSE Sensex jumped 545.52 points, or 0.64%, to settle at 85,220.60. During the day, it surged 762.09 points,

New Year's eve day 2025 stock market prediction: S&P 500 investors eye 'Santa Claus rally' but analysts warn risk of volatility

New Year's eve day 2025 trading at S&P 500, Nasdaq, and Dow Futures may remain not so high.

China says 'successfully completed' Taiwan drills

China said on Wednesday it had successfully completed military drills around Taiwan that included live-fire exercises aimed at simulating a block

Quote of the day New Year 2026: 'Tomorrow is the first blank page of a 365-page book. Write a good one'

New Year Quote of the day: As the year concludes, New Year's Eve offers a moment for reflection on the past and anticipation for the future. A si

Happy New Year 2026: Kiribati becomes the first country to enter 2026; know where it is located

Kiribati is a small island country located in the central Pacific Ocean.

From battleships to buildings: Trump's name is everywhere

President Donald Trump is attaching his name to government programs and national institutions. This includes buildings, Navy warships, a visa pro

Viruses On Plastics May Fuel Antibiotic Resistance, Warn Researchers

Plastics entering natural environments quickly become coated with microbial biofilms called the 'plastisphere', known to be hotspots for antibiot

Indian Army Hits 91% Ammunition Self-Reliance, Bolstering Long-War Endurance

As global security dynamics grow more volatile, the Indian Army is reshaping its preparedness around a critical pillar of modern warfare: enduran

India successfully test-fires Pralay missiles off Odisha coast

India successfully test-fired two indigenously developed Pralay quasi-ballistic missiles off the coast of Odisha. The Defence Research and Develo

'Privacy Is Important': Wild Elephant Rips Off Camera After Spotting It, Forest Officer Shares Video

IFS officer Parveen Kaswan shared the footage of an elephant charging at a camera setup and removing the device after being potentially startled

2025: Operation Sindoor Established Indias New Normal In Counter-Terror Response

New Delhi, Dec 31: Operation Sindoor, the Indian militarys most expansive and multi-domain combat mission in half a century to punish Pakistan fo

January travel peak looms: Emirates issues airport advisory

Dubai: Emirates, the worlds largest international airline, has alerted passengers to a sharp increase in travel demand during the first week of J

Indias banks exit 2025 on strongest footing in years, RBI flags sustained resilience ahead

India's banks ended 2025 with their strongest balance sheets in years. The Reserve Bank of India reports improved asset quality and robust capita

Rape-Accused Ex-Cop Dressed As Woman To Evade Cops. How He Was Caught

A suspended constable who allegedly raped a minor in Dholpur, Rajasthan, has been arrested in Vrindavan, Uttar Pradesh. Police reported that the

Amorim Still 'Really Confident' About Manchester United Potential Despite Wolves Draw

Rob Edwards' side arrived at Old Trafford on a run of 11 successive Premier League defeats, the Midlands club firmly at the foot of the table wit

PM Albanese praises Australian spirit in response to Bondi Beach attack

CANBERRA, Dec 31: Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has praised Australians for their response to the Bondi Beach terror attack in his New Years ad

New Year parties, events till 1 am only: Hyderabad Commissioner

Hyderabad: Hyderabad Police Commissioner VC Sajjanar said that New Year parties and events in the city would only be allowed till 1 am, warning o

Murtasim is back, Wahaj Ali shares story on Pak drama Tere Bin

Islamabad: One Pakistani drama that has truly etched itself into the hearts of audiences across the globe is Tere Bin, starring Wahaj Ali as Murt

SC refuses to entertain plea against illegal arrest of businessman, asks him to move HC

NEW DELHI, Dec 31: The Supreme Court on Wednesday refused to entertain a habeas corpus plea alleging illegal arrest of a businessman from Haldwan

New Year 2026: UP govt says youths turning to Kashi, Ayodhya, Mathura for celebrations

In Uttar Pradesh, a fascinating shift is taking place this New Year's Eve, with the enchanting destinations of Kashi, Mathura, and Vrindavan beco

Watch: Khaleda Zia, one of Bangladeshs most influential leaders, no more

Khaleda Zia, Bangladeshs first woman Prime Minister and a towering figure in the countrys politics, died after a prolonged illness. She was 80.

Sowmyas sensibility and classicism elevated rare kritis

At the Mylapore Fine Arts Club, the senior vocalist offered listeners profound insights through a tradition-rich repertoire

Opinion: Opinion: How The Tripura Student Killing Holds A Tragic Mirror To Society

Anjel Chakma's haunting last words, We are not Chinese, we are Indian. What certificate do we need to show?, echo far beyond Dehradun, capturing

Vande Bharat sleeper train hits 180 kmph in high-speed trial

New Delhi: Indian Railways has achieved a significant milestone in its journey towards self-reliant rail technology with the successful completio

Khaleda Zias funeral prayer held in Bangladesh amid tight security

DHAKA, Dec 31: Bangladeshs former prime minister Khaleda Zias funeral prayers were held on Wednesday amid tight security. The funeral prayer (na

Telangana ACB registers 199 cases in 2025

The ACB of Telangana registered a total of 199 cases in 2025, resulting in the arrest of 273 accused, a senior official said on Wednesday. Out of

Odisha Govt Extends PUCC Deadline Till March Amid Motorists' Objections

Widespread public inconvenience and operational challenges in implementation caused extension

Govt Freezes Vodafone-Ideas Dues, Grants A 5-Year Moratorium On Payments

New Delhi, Dec 31: The government on Wednesday approved a major relief package for Vodafone Idea, freezing its outstanding dues and approving a f

The touchy-feely STEM: Why its future depends on culture, not just skills

Why the elbows bony tips matter more than you think

The bony tips of the elbow may be small, but they carry a disproportionate share of the arms workload. With better awareness, corrected wrist pos

India Successfully Conducts User Trials of Pralay Missile Off Odisha Coast

The Pralay missile, developed by DRDO, is a surface-to-surface, short-range ballistic missile with a strike range of approximately 150 km to 500

Channel Tunnel power malfunction fixed, but rail delays may linger

PARIS, Dec 31: The Channel Tunnels operator said trains through the undersea link between continental Europe and the United Kingdom were running

Study finds physical activity may temporarily trigger back pain flare-ups without lasting damage

The results indicate that although some activities may trigger a flaring up of lower back pain in the short term, they are not associated with lo

Too good to last: On Novembers industrial data, the Indian economy | The Hindu Editorial

The headwinds facing the economy are not going away soon

Burkina Faso imposes reciprocal visa ban on U.S. nationals

OUAGADOUGOU, Dec 31: Burkina Faso has decided to impose total visa restrictions on U.S. nationals in response to Washingtons move to tighten entr

Burj Khalifa New Years Eve 2026: How to watch the fireworks live stream of the worlds tallest tower online

New Year's Eve 2026: Dubai's Burj Khalifa will light up the sky for New Year's Eve 2026. The world's tallest building will feature a grand mix of

India is past Japan. What will it need to overtake Germany?

India has become the world's fourth-largest economy, surpassing Japan with a nominal GDP of $4.18 trillion. This achievement stems from strong do

2025: PM Modis visit marks upswing in Sri Lanka-India ties

COLOMBO, Dec 31: Prime Minister Narendra Modis visit to Sri Lanka in 2025 marked an upswing in bilateral ties, as the island nation showed signs

Opinion: Opinion: What Is Amit Shah's 'Mission Bengal'?

Union Home Minister Amit Shah arrived in Bengal for a three-day visit. This is not a tour marked by public rallies; instead, the focus is firmly

Rajasthan police bust BIG explosive racket on New Year's Eve! Cease 150 Kg Ammonium Nitrate, other items, check details

On New Year's Eve, the Rajasthan police busted a major racket as they recovered more than 100 kg of explosives from a car. The police have detain

Students from Northeast protest at Jantar Mantar against Anjel Chakmas killing in Dehradun

Bipul Chakma, vice-president of the All India Chakma Students' Union, alleged that the Uttarakhand administration delayed the investigation, prom

Man gets life term for murdering wife in Chennai

Delhi CM Rekha Gupta: Will work on initiatives launched in 2025, city's legacy issues in new year

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta reviewed her government's 2025 performance. She highlighted achievements in education, healthcare, and infrastru

Couple Burnt Alive on Suspicion of Practicing Witchcraft in Assams Karbi Anglong

Police said that the horrific incident occurred on Tuesday at No. 1 Beloguri Munda village in the Howraghat area of Karbi Anglong.

39 OGWs Identified In J&Ks Kathua This Year, 18 Of Them Booked Under PSA

Kathua/Jammu, Dec 31: Police identified 39 overground workers (OGWs) and booked 18 of them under the Public Safety Act in Jammu and Kashmirs Kath

From Coldplay to AQI and Dhurandhar What India talked about in 2025

Who knew the rearview mirror had better ideas than I did?

As she reflects on her journey from a high-powered corporate career to a life steeped in traditional art, Karuna Amarnath embraces a transformati

Rajasthan: Two Arrested with 150 kg Ammonium Nitrate in Tonk

Tonk, Dec 31: The District Special Team (DST) of Tonk police on Wednesday arrested two persons and seized around 150 kg of ammonium nitrate from

Shubman Gill's comeback date revealed after T20 World Cup snub; two senior stars line up for Vijay Hazare Trophy before NZ series

Shubman Gill's comeback plan after T20 World Cup snub has been revealed, with the star batter set to return via the Vijay Hazare Trophy. Senior p

Indian economy to record high growth despite volatile external environment: RBI Governor

Maintaining financial stability and strengthening the financial system remains our north star, RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra said in his foreword

Nepal becomes top bride market for Chinese as 12.2 million 'leftover men' fuel booming cross-border match-making business

China's skewed sex ratio has created 12.2 million surplus men, driving desperate grooms to Nepal's bride market. The Chinese Embassy has warned c

Kochi Muziris Biennale artwork controversy: artist Tom Vattakuzhy says he didnt intend to hurt anyones sentiments

He says his work is not a distortion of The Last Supper as alleged by those opposing it. A statement by the curators says the artwork depicts Mat

Two accused of witchcraft burnt alive in Assam

Police in Karbi Anglong said the couple died after their house was set on fire

713 Crore Released Towards Pending Bills of Employees

It may be recalled that the Praja Government had earlier assured employee unions that an amount of 700 crore would be released every month.

New Year's eve 2026: Did you spot them all?A Decade of Googles iconic New Year doodles since 2016

Take a nostalgic journey through a decade of digital art. From the hatching birds of 2016 to the sleek transitions of 2026, explore how Google Ne

India's April-November fiscal deficit at Rs 9.76 lakh crore, widens on-year to 62.3% of FY26 aim

India's fiscal deficit for April to November, or the first eight months of this fiscal year, was at Rs 9.76 lakh crore, equivalent to 62.3% of an

Indore water contamination: Mayor confirms 7 deaths

Indore: Seven persons have died so far due to diarrhoea and vomiting after allegedly consuming contaminated water in Indore city of Madhya Prades

Different Languages, Same Obsession: OTT Shows India Binged

Indian OTT has erased language boundaries by prioritising emotion, authenticity and storytelling. Today powerful narratives travel across regions

293 killed in mob attacks in Bangladesh since Yunus took over: Rights group

People have been beaten and killed without any evidence, investigation or legal process, by creating suspicion and rumours. In the name of the Ta

Railways Complete 180 kmph CRS Trial of Vande Bharat Sleeper Train

New Delhi, Dec 31: Indian Railways has successfully completed the final high-speed safety trial of the indigenously developed Vande Bharat sleepe

Govt rationalises certain international letter post services from Jan 1

These are registered Small Packet service, in line with UPU decisions restricting registration to document-only; Outward Small Packet service, in

Govt Approves Package for VIL

Freezes AGR dues at Rs 87,695 cr to be paid from FY32 to FY41: Sources

CM Dhami directs better medical facilities for injured in Chamoli tunnel accident

The District Magistrate explained that one locomotive train carrying workers and officials and another carrying construction material were moving

SpongeBob movie Search for Squarepants: 4/5 reasons why this film will be next big blockbuster after Zootopia 2

The SpongeBob Movie: Search for Squarepants brings humour, optimism, nostalgia, and colourful spectacle together, making it an enjoyable theatre

Telangana bans high-dose Nimesulide, a popular painkiller

HYDERABAD:The Telangana Drugs Control Administration (TDCA) has ordered an immediate ban on all oral formulations of the widely-used painkiller N

Amitabh Bachchan breaks down remembering late Dharmendra on KBC

Mumbai: Megastar Amitabh Bachchan was seen getting extremely emotional on the sets of Kaun Banega Crorepati as the episode opened with a heartfel

Amit Shah Meets BJP Public Representatives in Kolkata, Calls Dilip Ghosh for Discussions

Besides the state leaders, the meeting was also attended by the party's central observers for Bengal like Sunil Bansal, Bhupendra Yadav, Biplab D

Republic Day 2026 parade: Camels, ponies and dogs to march on Kartavya Path; Armys four-legged warriors to make historic debut

India's 2026 Republic Day parade will showcase the Army's animal contingent, featuring Bactrian camels, Zanskar ponies, raptors, and dogs. This h

New Years Eve 2026 in Dubai: 48 fireworks shows planned across 40 locations

Dubai: Dubai will welcome the New Year 2026 with its largest-ever fireworks programme, staging 48 displays across 40 locations on Wednesday night

Guidelines for market access component of Export Promotion Mission notified

This is the first of 11 components of the Export Promotion Mission for which guidelines have been notified. The rest are expected to be notified

This small Pacific nation with just 1 lakh population welcomes the New year 2026 hours before the rest of the world

New Year 2026 does not arrive everywhere at the same time. Due to global time zones and the International Date Line, the first celebrations take

Iran appoints new central bank Governor after record currency fall and mass protests

The plummeting of the rial, Iran's currency, sparked the largest protests in the country in three years, with rallies that began Sunday (December

Railways Complete Final High-Speed Trial Of Vande Bharat Sleeper Train At 180 Kmph

NEW DELHI, Dec 31: Indian Railways has achieved a significant milestone in its journey towards self-reliant rail technology with the successful c

Multi-Layered Security At Tourist Hotspots Across Kashmir Valley; Checking, Patrolling Intensified

Srinagar, Dec 31: Security has been beefed up across the Valley, particularly at tourist spots, in view of New Year celebrations, officials said

What is Meningitis? Everything to know about disease that has left Australia's two-time World Cup winner Damien Martyn in induced coma

Former Australia two-time World Cup winner Damien Martyn has been placed in an induced coma after being diagnosed with meningitis. Here is everyt

Indian Army's Animal Contingent to March on Republic Day 2026

Leading the column will be the hardy Bactrian camels, recently inducted for operations in the cold deserts of Ladakh

Gold vs Bitcoin - Where to invest in 2026?

Gold price's near 70 per cent surge is its biggest jump since 1979. In cryptocurrencies, bitcoin gained 0.74 per cent to $87,888.55. Bitcoin's cl