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Vijayendra Alleges Congress Hand In Ballari Violence, Seeks HC Judge-led Probe

The clash between supporters of Janardhana Reddy and Bellary MLA Nara Bharath Reddy on Thursday night turned violent, during which a Congress wor

ECGC PO admit card 2025 released at www.ecgc.in; check steps to download and other key detials

The Export Credit Guarantee Corporation has released the admit card for the Probationary Officer recruitment exam. Candidates can download their

Watch: Union, State governments must work together to end drug trafficking, says TN CM Stalin

Critically acclaimed Papa Buka to be screened in Kochi

It is an Indo-Papua New Guinea co-production directed by Biju Damodaran

India rises from 123rd to 8th globally in WHO pharmacovigilance contributions: Nadda

India has risen to 8th position globally from 123rd in the World Health Organizations (WHO) pharmacovigilance contributions, said Union Minister

Rupee slips past 90-level mark, settles 22 paise down at 90.20 against U.S. dollar

Forex traders said persistent foreign fund outflows and strong dollar demand from importers further dented investor sentiment

Karigari Adds Naturally Fermented Kanji to Its Menu

Karigari's Kanji is a naturally fermented beverage that embodies India's rich culinary heritage. With variants like Amla, Haldi, and Beetroot Kan

AGEL incorporates step down arm AE5L

NEW DELHI, Jan 2:Adani Green Energy on Friday said it has incorporated a step-down subsidiary Adani Ecogen Five Ltd (AE5L) on January 1, 2026, wh

Aniket Mahato prominent face of RG Kar movement steps down from West Bengal Junior Doctors Forum

Aniket Mahato has resigned from the West Bengal Junior Doctors Forum. He cited differences with other trustees and alleged undemocratic committee

Hyderabad Police Seek Instagram Details Of Telugu YouTuber Anvesh

The Hyderabad Police are seeking information from Instagram regarding popular Telugu YouTuber Anvesh.

Rajnath Singh flags 'alarming trend' of educated people indulging in anti-national activities

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has warned of a new threat: white-collar terrorism. Highly educated individuals are reportedly involved in anti-na

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Indore water contamination: Locals allege 14 deaths, Mayor says 10

Indore: Indore Mayor Pushyamitra Bhargava on Friday said he has received information about 10 deaths due to a diarrhoea outbreak caused by contam

WebQoof Recap: Around Bangladesh, Manipulated Video of PM Modi, Deepfake & More

Read Team WebQoof's recap to find out our top five fact-checks from this week.

Not Just Another Indo-Pak War Film, 'Ikkis' a Nod to Bravehearts on Both Sides

'Ikkis' shows the ugliness of war instead of serving up stereotyped Pakistani villains and invincible Indian heroes.

5 Assembly elections, key civic body polls in 2026: Modi, Mamata, Stalin gear up for big poll heat

India faces a packed election year in 2026. Assembly polls are set for Assam, Tamil Nadu, Kerala, West Bengal, and Puducherry. Major states like

Maharashtra expands 300-crore Emerging Technology Fund to include space, defence, drones and genomics

Aims to help ventures scale up, commercialise innovation, and build sustainable, high-value businesses within the State

India Has Right to Protect its People From Bad Neighbours: Jaishankar

During his visit to IIT Madras, Jaishankar launched the 'IITM Global Research Foundation', aiming to enhance global collaboration in education an

GRP officer who was probing train gold theft arrested for alleged involvement in robbery

Gaya GRP Station House Officer Rajesh Kumar Singh was arrested on Wednesday in connection with a gold robbery from the HowrahBikaner Express last

Shah Rukh Khan should apologise to nation: Imam Umer Ahmed Ilyasi on KKR picking Bangladesh player

Calls are mounting for Bollywood star Shah Rukh Khan to apologize and remove Bangladeshi cricketer Mustafizur Rahman from his Kolkata Knight Ride

GST cuts boost credit growth; system credit to rise 12% in FY26, 13% in FY27: MoSL

Credit growth in the country is expected to remain at around 12 per cent year-on-year in FY26 and improve to nearly 13 per cent in FY27, while de

Dhurandhar re-releases after muting words, minor changes

Mumbai: Ranveer Singh-starrer Dhurandhar, one of Hindi cinemas highest earning movies with earnings of over Rs 700 crore in India, is now showing

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ED arrests Gujarat IAS officer in bribery-linked money laundering case

IAS officer Rajendrakumar Patel, former collector of Surendranagar, has been arrested by the Enforcement Directorate in a bribery-linked money la

UK govt to uphold citizenship revocation in Shamima Begum case

United Kingdom (UK) Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood has vowed to defend the decision to strip the citizenship of a woman who fled to Syria to join

Oppo Reno 15 Pro 5G, Reno 15 Pro Mini 5G and Reno 15 5G launch on January 8

All cameras support EIS 2.0 stabilisation with optical image stabilisation on the main and telephoto cameras

Congress at 140: Is the grand old party ready to make a comeback in 2026?

The Indian National Congress, now 140 years old, is at a critical juncture. Facing upcoming assembly elections, the party is recalibrating its ca

Heart health: 6 foods that support its durability

SIR In 12 States/UTs: Enumeration Form Collection Much Less In Urban Areas

New Delhi, Jan 2: The collection of enumeration forms from electors in urban areas was much less as compared to rural areas in the ongoing Specia

Damien Martyn health update: Adam Gilchrist gives big update as ex-Australian batter battles meningitis; heres what he said

Former Australian cricketer Damien Martyn is showing positive signs after being hospitalized with meningitis and placed in an induced coma. His f

'I am a proud coloured boy from Pakistan': Usman Khawaja calls time on international career; Sydney Test his final appearance

Usman Khawaja has officially announced his retirement from international cricket following an emotional and powerful speech. The veteran opener c

Husbands Financial Dominance In Matrimonial Discord Does Not Amount To Cruelty: SC

New Delhi, Jan 2: Financial dominance of a husband over his estranged wife in a soured marital relationship is not an act of cruelty, the Supreme

ED arrests key operative in multi-crore digital arrest scam

New Delhi, Jan 2: The Enforcement Directorates (ED) Jalandhar Zonal Office announced on Friday that it recently conducted a search operation at t

Trump says U.S. will intervene if Iran violently suppresses peaceful protests

Iran Supreme Leader adviser Larijani says Mr. Trump should know that U.S. interference in Iran protesting issue is equivalent to chaos across ent

Ballari clash: Sriramulu seeks High Court or CBI probe into firing that killed youth

Alleging that private gunmen associated with Ballari MLA Satish Reddy had opened fire during the chaos, Mr. Sriramulu added that a bullet of .76

Indore water tragedy: PM Modi stays silent whenever poor die, says Rahul Gandhi

Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha alleged that Madhya Pradesh has become the epicentre of misgovernance and cited various instances of casualties

Kaanadha Karai, an exhibition at Lalit Kala, centres on the unseen Shores, where foundational forces like land, fire, and water interact to forge reality

The artworks embody fluid movements of waterbodies, the shifting gradient of the sky, and the silent, swirling energy of distant galaxies

This intimate art exhibition celebrates accessibility and community at Forum Art Gallery

A small-format exhibition by the Progressive Painters Association, 1 1 of a Kind Edition II is on view at Forum Art Gallery

BandiporaGurez Road Reopened For Regulated Traffic From Gurez Side

BANDIPORA, Jan 2: Authorities on Friday restored regulated vehicular movement on the strategic BandiporaGurez road from the Gurez side, providing

Konaseema Collector R. Mahesh Kumar's kayak overturns in canal, he escapes unhurt

The official was kayaking in the irrigation canal during the inspection-cum trial-run in the run up to the three-day national-level water sports

Adani Total Gas cuts CNG, piped gas prices after PNGRB tariff reset

CNG and domestic piped natural gas prices have been cut by up to 4, the company said

No Plot Twists, No Stress - Just Comfort Reality on OTT

MHA Restores Rs 100 Crore Project Approval Powers To Ladakh LG

LEH/JAMMU, Jan 2: The Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) on Friday restored the delegation of powers to the lieutenant governor of Ladakh for a

Use of wearable health tech can increase 42-fold by 2050 globally: Study

Wearable healthcare devices will see a massive surge by 2050, reaching two billion units annually. This growth will generate substantial carbon e

ADB offers 4,000 cr loan for Musi revival project: Telangana CM

Final estimates of the project to be ready by March 31

New Year 2026: Six make-up and skincare products that are perfect to start the year glowing

Discover these must-have makeup and skincare essentials from masks to mascara that will elevate your routine as you welcome the new year

Maruti Suzuki produces more than 22.55 lakh vehicles in CY 2025

The production includes vehicles for domestic sales, exports and OEM supplies

No General Increase In Electricity Tariffs Across J&K In 2025-26: CM Omar Abdullah

Jammu, Jan 2: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Friday said there will be no general increase in electricity tariffs across the U

Jaishankar-Sadiq handshake: Routine courtesy, not diplomatic breakthrough, says Dhaka

Never Cross Fine Line Between Self-Respect And Ego: Rajnath Singh

Udaipur, Jan 2: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Friday emphasised the importance of understanding the delicate balance between self-respect and

How to Open a Demat Account and Choose the Right Mutual Fund Options

A practical guide for first-time investors to set up a demat account and build the right mutual fund portfolio

Farmers raise concern over illegal water drawal from Bhavanisagar Dam

They complained that a few farmers have reportedly been drawing several lakh litres of water every day from the Bhavanisagar Dam by installing tw

Wolf Moon 2026 set to dazzle night skies: Date, time and best viewing tips for this year's first bright supermoon

Rare Wolf Moon supermoon will be visible on the night of January 2 to early January 3, this will be the first full moon of 2026 and the last supe

Congress boycotts Vaiko's Equality March, TN CM calls for eliminating drug trafficking network

Chief Minister M K Stalin launched Vaiko's Equality March. The event aimed to promote communal harmony and drug awareness. Stalin stressed the ne

Edavanakkad panchayat prioritises tetrapod seawall, campaign against drug abuse

Suheel Ahmad Lone Appointed Nodal Officer For Stray Dog Management In J&K

Jammu, Jan 2: The Government of Jammu and Kashmir has nominated a Nodal Officer at the Administrative Department level for the management of stra

One Telugu song has close to 100 crore views on YouTube; Top 3

Hyderabad: Tollywood has always treated music like a main hero. A catchy hook, powerful beats, and stylish dance steps can lift a films hype even

Communication with others key to avoid misreading of India's intentions: Jaishankar

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar highlighted clear communication as key to preventing misunderstandings with other nations. He spoke at IIT

J&K: Several houses gutted in fire in Kishtwars Dachhan

Jammu, Jan 2: Several houses were gutted in a fire that broke out early this morning in Dachhan area of Kishtwar district of Jammu and Kashmir. A

Ministry of Home Affairs restores Rs 100 crore project approval powers to Ladakh LG

The Union Ministry of Home Affairs has reinstated powers for Ladakh's lieutenant governor. This allows appraisal and approval of projects up to R

6 foods that support tissue elasticity into late 40s

Cleanest city Indore hit by water contamination, deaths and mass illness: What went wrong

The Longevity Edit | Sunday Magazine special

Explore longevity science, heritage conservation, and inspiring stories in this special Sunday Magazine edition for a hopeful new year.

Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw reveals timeline for Mumbai-Ahmedabad bullet train project

Farmers association seeks clarity on proposed SIPCOT project near Bhavanisagar Dam

While supporting industrial development, the association said industries must be located appropriately. It cautioned that an industrial estate ne

Quote of the day by Worlds richest man Elon Musk: If I'm not in love, if I'm

Elon Musk, the visionary behind Tesla and SpaceX, continues to captivate with his bold ventures and profound insights. The world's richest man, a

London stock markets tops 10,000 points for first time

Stock markets around the globe hit all-time peaks last year, propelling them to double-digit gains in 2025

Cashless health scheme to be rolled out in Punjab on January 15

The universal healthcare cover will be provided to all 65 lakh families in the State

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27 kg in 3 months: Techie shares 7 ChatGPT prompts that helped him lose weight without gym or expensive apps

Weight loss ChatGPT prompt: A tech professional achieved a 27kg weight loss in three months by using ChatGPT as a personal fitness guide. He reli

Heavy fog blankets Hyderabad outskirts, traffic disrupted

Hyderabad: Thick fog enveloped several areas on the outskirts of Hyderabad early Friday morning, January 2, severely affecting vehicular movement

Indian-origin cab driver picks up two passengers in Canada, delivers three to hospital

TORONTO, Jan 2: An Indian-origin cab driver who picked up a couple, including a pregnant woman, as passengers, delivered three people safely to a

PM Stays Silent Whenever Poor Die: Rahul Blasts BJP Over Indore Water Tragedy

Gandhi alleged that Madhya Pradesh has become the epicentre of misgovernance and cited various instances of casualties reportedly due to cough sy

Sabarimala gold theft: Kerala BJP leader K. Surendran calls for Central agency probe

Surendran alleges that leaders of both LDF and UDF are involved in the theft

Govt okays 22 proposals under electronics components mfg scheme; planned investment at Rs 41,863 cr

NEW DELHI, Jan 2: The Ministry of Electronics and IT on Friday said it has approved 22 new proposals under the Electronics Components Manufacturi

Centre Releases Draft Social Security Rules for Gig Workers

NEW DELHI, Jan 2: In a major relief for gig and platform workers who staged nationwide strikes on Christmas and New Year, the Ministry of Labour

Priyanka Chaturvedi writes to govt on AI abuse: Flags sexualisation of women; seeks urgent action

In her letter, Priyanka Chaturvedi called for strict guardrails on AI chatbots such as Grok, saying social media platforms must be made a safe sp

Australia vs England, Sydney Test Live Streaming: When and Where to Watch fifth and final Ashes Test in US, Australia, England, Canada and New Zealand - Preview, Start Time, Squads and More

The fifth and final Ashes Test between Australia and England is set for Sydney. Australia has named its squad, with Steve Smith captaining. Usman

Photo of NSA Ajit Doval, Pinaki Bhattacharya, and Krishna Nandi Is AI-Generated

The image is an AI-generated one and doesn't show NSA Ajit Doval dining with Pinaki Bhattacharya and Krishna Nandi.

Trump issues BIG warning to Iran amid protest, says, 'if peaceful demonstrators were shot...'

Trump's warning comes when people demonstrating against worsening economic conditions in Iran poured into the streets across multiple provinces o

Bangladesh violence: Another Hindu man attacked, set on fire in Shariatpur area, fourth case in two weeks

A Hindu businessman in Bangladesh's Shariatpur district survived a brutal New Year's Eve attack after being stabbed and set on fire by assailants

Indore water contamination row: 10 dead, over 1,000 affected; reports flag 'presence of bacteria' - key findings

A severe diarrhoea outbreak has struck Bhagirathpura in Indore, Madhya Pradesh. Contaminated drinking water has caused at least 10 deaths and sic

Ikkis first day box office collection: Dharmendra's film records respectable opening

Sriram Raghavan's Ikkis starring Dharmendra, Jaideep Ahlawat, Agastya Nanda has collected Rs 7,28 crore net at the Indian box office on the first

Tamil Nadu, Kerala among six States, UTs yet to enforce 6 years' mandate for Class 1 admission

So far 30 States and UT have implemented the rule, but Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Puduchery, Kerala and Chhattisgarh have not impleme

BRS to boycott Telangana Assembly protesting CM Revanths remarks

Hyderabad: The Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) has decided to boycott the ongoing Telangana Assembly sessions in protest against the remarks made by

'From cough syrup deaths to sewage water': Rahul Gandhi targets BJP over Indore crisis, calls MP 'epicentre of misgovernance'

Indore is facing a serious public health crisis. Contaminated water in Bhagirathpura has caused multiple deaths and left numerous residents ill.

Instagram chief Adam Mosseri says polished AI content is dead, and creators must pivot to real

Instagram head Adam Mosseri shared his outlook on how AI would force both social media companies as well as social media content creators to chan

Kavitha plans to launch a new political party, indicates at contesting next Assembly polls

Kavitha spoke on future political plans four months after parting ways with BRS

Adani Group assets a 'sacred trust', fulfilling national promise for next decade: Group CFO

Adani Group's senior executive Jugeshinder Singh stated the conglomerate sees its assets as a sacred trust. The group is committed to India's inf

Musi project estimates to be finalised by Mar 31: CM Revanth

Hyderabad: Telangana chief minister A Revanth Reddy announced that estimations for theMusi River Rejuvenation Projectwill be finalised byMarch 31