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Kharge Flags SIR, Church Attacks; Condemns Hindus Lynching In Bangladesh In CWC Meeting

Today SIR is a matter of serious concern. It is a well-thought-out conspiracy to restrict democratic rights. Rahulji has repeatedly presented evi

Heated Rivalry Series Mixes Hockey And Queer Romance And Is Scoring Big Audiences

Audience has generated new interest in sports romance fiction, especially stories with queer storylines.

IndiaNew Zealand free trade pact to spur jobs, exports and investments

We said we'd secure a Free Trade Agreement with India in our first term, and we've delivered, Luxon said in a post on social media platform X. Th

Mouse astronauts? Female gives birth post-spaceflight, advancing space biology research

The four mice -- two male and two female -- were sent into space aboard the Shenzhou-21 crewed spaceship on October 31, and were housed in a spec

Wastage of public money: Congress targets video of Bageshwar Dham head on govt plane, cop touching feet; BJP hits back

AP Dhillon kisses, hugs Tara Sutaria at Mumbai concert; BF Veer Pahariya's reaction breaks internet, fans say he looked uncomfortable and jealous

Tara Sutaria, dressed in a stunning black outfit, joined AP Dhillon on stage and sang his song Excuse. During the performance, AP Dhillon hugged

Crime in Hyderabad reduced overall in 2025: Police Annual Report

Hyderabad: The Hyderabad Police Commissionerate witnessed a 15 per cent reduction in overall crimes in 2025, including crimes against Schedule Ca

Myanmar goes to polls amid civil war and humanitarian crisis

Myanmar has been hammered by a conflict triggered by a 2021 coup in which the military ousted an elected civilian government led by Nobel Peace P

Delhi Tribunal Awards Rs 1.26 Crore Compensation to Deceased Biker's Family

The Delhi tribunal held that the accident occurred due to the rash and negligent driving of the DTC bus by its driver.

Pushpa 2 stampede case: Allu Arjun named among 23 in charge sheet

The actor and the other accused were subjected to several rounds of questioning during the course of the probe

India gets its first standard for bomb disposal systems to boost security infrastructure

India now has a dedicated standard for bomb disposal systems. This new standard, IS 19445:2025, will help evaluate systems against blasts and spl

Special CWC briefing: Cong President Kharge, LoP Rahul Gandhi address media at AICC HQ

Record flights, major disasters: 2025 exposed cracks in aviation's epic rebound

Natya Darshan Day two: Thoughtfully-structured sessions demonstrated how movement and mime convey the subtleties of language and literature

Murugiyal - Tri Yatri, the theme of this years Natya Darshan, celebrated Tamil heritage through dance and verse.

Protests Outside Lok Bhavan, LGs Effigy Burnt Over Medical College Admission Row

Jammu, Dec 27: Hundreds of protesters on Saturday staged a demonstration outside Lok Bhavan here, setting ablaze an effigy of Lieutenant Governor

Elon Musk slams NYC Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani over new FDNY commissioner appointment, warns, 'People will die...'

Elon Musk has criticised NYC mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani's appointment of Lillian Bonsignore as FDNY commissioner, arguing that her lack of firefi

This day, that year: December 27, 1911 When Jana Gana Mana was first sung in Calcutta

Rabindranath Tagore's patriotic song, 'Jana Gana Mana' was sung publicly for the first time at a 1911 Congress session. It ultimately evolved int

How India secured RCEPs advantages without exposing itself to the China risk

Once the FTA with New Zealand comes into force, India would have trade deals with all RCEP countries except China. India had refused to join RCEP

IIT Patna Student With Cerebral Palsy Achieves UPSC Rank 112

Manvendra Singh, an IIT Patna graduate diagnosed with cerebral palsy, secured All India Rank 112 in the 2025 UPSC Engineering Services Exam on hi

Elon Musk retweets X user post over Chinas silver export controls and industrial impact

China will implement government licensing for all silver exports from January 1, 2026, a move that could significantly disrupt global supply chai

Of trends, lifestyle, living spaces: How 2025 redefined these and more

Here we bring to you articles from The Hindu, on how the year 2025 set the tone for food, fashion trends, art, homes, fitness, books and much mor

Success went to his head: Producer on Akshaye leaving Drishyam 3

Hyderabad: The makers of Drishyam 3 recently announced that the film will release on October 2, 2026, a date linked to the first films significan

Four relatives of TMC MP Kakoli Ghosh Dastidar summoned for electoral roll hearings in Bengal

KOLKATA: Four members of veteran Trinamool Congress MP Dr Kakoli Ghosh Dastidars family have been asked to appear for hearings under the Special

Who dominated Indias art and design ecosystem in 2025?

We ask industry experts to share the names of some of the best artists, curators and designers who showcased the countrys soft power this year

Cricket-Melbourne test hero Tongue says he considered retirement due to injuries

Josh Tongue's remarkable comeback fuels England's Ashes victory. He overcame career-threatening injuries to deliver a match-winning five-wicket h

Jammu: Protest over Medical College admissions near Vaishno Devi Shrine turns tense

Vijay's Fans Gear Up For Jana Nayagan Audio Launch In Kuala Lumpur

Actor Vijays final film Jana Nayagan is building anticipation with its audio launch scheduled in Kuala Lumpur on Saturday.

Madhya Pradesh BJP Leader Rams Car Into People Sitting Near Bonfire, 2 Dead

The car was allegedly being driven by Deependra Bhadauria, the BJP Youth Wing Vice President of its rural unit in Porsa.

Jacob Bethells composure on a pace-friendly MCG guides England to a historic Boxing Day Test victory after 15 years

England achieved a historic Test win in Australia at the Melbourne Cricket Ground. Young batter Jacob Bethell played a crucial role with a signif

Sivaji Appears Before Telangana Women's Commission Over Derogatory Remarks

The Women's Commission initiated proceedings under Section 16(1)(b) of the Telangana Women's Commission Act, 1998.

Video of Dhirendra Shastri arriving in Raipur in govt aircraft, cop touching his feet sparks row

A controversy has erupted in Chhattisgarh after a video showed a police officer touching the feet of spiritual preacher Dhirendra Shastri, who ar

3 OGWs Detained Under PSA in Shopian for Terror-Linked Activities

Shopian, Dec 27: In a major preventive action to safeguard peace and security, Shopian Police have detained three Over Ground Workers (OGWs) unde

PCB sets Rs 1.3 billion reserve price for two new PSL franchises

The Pakistan Cricket Board is looking to sell two new teams for the Pakistan Super League. Each team will cost 1.3 billion Pakistani rupees annua

National Consumer Helpline ends 2025 with Rs 45 crore recovered for citizens

The National Consumer Helpline has achieved significant success in 2025. It resolved over 67,000 consumer grievances, recovering Rs 45 crore. E-c

Smartphone retailers forced to pay salaries out of their savings as sales dry up

The retail body said that the impact on the Indian mainline retail market has been severe. Despite high hopes for a year-end recovery, consumer f

Jaideep Ahlawat replaces Akshaye Khanna in Drishyam 3, producer sends legal notice to Dhurandhar actor: 'Success sar pe chadh gayi, chamchon ne dimaag...'

Drishyam 3 producer Kumar Mangat has revealed why Akshaye Khanna left Drishyam 3 and informed that Jaideep Ahlawat has replaced the Dhurandhar ac

Cybercrime cases decrease in Hyderabad in 2025

Hyderabad: Cybercrimes in Hyderabad have decreased by 8 per cent this year, with fewer cases registered than in 2024, according to the Hyderabad

Ecuador Metro Suspended After Puppy Enters Tracks, Rescued After 24 Hours

A puppy was rescued early Thursday after it spent nearly 24 hours in the metro tunnels of Quito, Ecuador. The chase began Wednesday morning when

Protests Outside Lok Bhavan In Jammu, LGs Effigy Burnt Over Medical College Admission Row

JAMMU, Dec 27: Dozens of protesters on Saturday gathered outside Lok Bhavan here and set ablaze an effigy of Lt Governor Manoj Sinha, demanding r

Trump Launched Global Tariff Wars In 2025. Heres A Recap Of His Trade Actions This Year

President Trump also turned to tariffs amid personal grudges, or in response to political critics.

Heatwaves, Wildfires, Droughts, Storms Cost World Over $120 Billion In 2025: Report

Heatwaves, wildfires, droughts, and storms cost the world more than $120 billion in 2025, according to a new report analysing the escalating cost

Craft-focused jackets to invest in next year

These pieces lean into native design and sustainability, and will hold good through 2026

Mallikarjun Kharge calls for nationwide campaign against MGNREGA repeal

Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge urged a nationwide campaign against the repeal of the MGNREGA rural employment scheme. He likened the gover

PM Rashtriya Bal Puraskar winners: check full list

Young prodigy Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, and two posthumous recipients from Tamil Nadu and Bihar are in this years Bal Puraskar list.

Congress High-Level Meet Underway, Siddaramaiah, Shashi Tharoor In Attendance

Congress National President Mallikarjun Kharge on Saturday chaired a meeting of the Congress Working Committee at the All India Congress Committe

Delhi records very poor air quality; foggy conditions likely to persist

NEW DELHI, Dec 27: A dense fog enveloped the national capital on Saturday morning, even as the air quality stayed in the very poor category. The

666 Operation Dream Theatre: Priyanka Mohans first look from the retro thriller unveiled

Directed by Hemanth M Rao, the film also stars Dhananjaya and Shivarajkumar

Russia attacks Kyiv with missiles and drones, injuring 8 ahead of Ukraine-US meeting

KYIV, Dec 27: Russia attacked Ukraines capital with missiles and drones early Saturday morning, wounding at least eight people, a day before talk

Salman Khan turns 60, a look at his net worth and big earnings

Hyderabad: Salman Khan has turned 60 on December 27, and celebrations around the Bollywood superstar drew major attention in Mumbai. Reports said

Turkiye holds military funeral for Libyan officers killed in plane crash

The ceremony was held at 8:00 a.m. local time at the Murted Airfield base, near Ankara, and attended by the Turkish military chief and the Defenc

Hotel Management Joint Entrance Exam 2026 Registration Live, Exam On April 25

NCHM JEE 2026 Registration LIVE: According to the schedule, the examination will be held on April 25, 2026 (Saturday) in Computer-Based Test (CBT

Popular Painkiller Tramadol Provides Minimal Pain Relief, Increases Risk Of Serious Health Complications

The findings of the study highlight the higher chances of serious side effects, which includes heart disease.

Family attacked with knives at MKB Nagar in Chennai; three arrested

Six persons barged into house in an attempt to murder a man, who was allegedly involved in a rivalry with one of the accused

Champion Witnesses Dip In Collections On Day 2

The uneven blend of sports drama and patriotism didnt work everywhere, says distributor

Protestors Burn LG Manoj Sinhas Effigy To Oppose Admissions In Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Medical College

Katra, Dec 27: Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Sangarsh Samiti members held a protest on Saturday outside Lok Bhawan in Jammu against admission in Shri Ma

UAE: Indian expat student dies of cardiac arrest

Sharjah: A 17-year-old Indian expat student in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) died after suffering a cardiac arrest on Thursday, December 24, jus

Modern Diagnostic SME IPO From Dec 31

The price band has been fixed at 85 to 90 per equity share, each with a face value of 10

CLAT 2026 Counselling: Last Day for registration today; check seat allotmemt, steps to apply, other details

The Consortium of National Law Universities (NLUs) will close the registration for first round of counselling for the Common Law Admission Test (

2025: When Gen-Z street protests toppled Nepals govt

KATHMANDU, Dec 27: Nepal witnessed a political turmoil in 2025 as massive street protests led by Gen Z against corruption, nepotism, and a social

Salman Khan turns 60, cuts cake with parents Salim and Salma; ex-girlfriend Sangeeta Bijlani, other celebs celebrate at farmhouse

Salman kicked off his 60th birthday by having a blast with his family and close friends at his Panvel farmhouse. Along with his parents and sibli

Shopian Police Crack Down On Terror Network, Three OGWs Detained Under PSA

Shopian, Dec 27: In a major preventive action aimed at safeguarding peace and security, Shopian Police have detained three Over Ground Workers (O

Tamil Nadu jaggery producers seek govt boost ahead of Pongal

Every year, the Tamil Nadu government distributes essential commodities such as raw rice, sugar and sugarcane to ration card holders as part of i

Medical Services Hit Across Himachal Pradesh Amid Doctors' Indefinite Strike

Medical services, barring emergency services, were severely affected across several hospitals in Himachal Pradesh as resident doctors went on an

SC delivered key verdicts on presidential reference, Waqf law in 2025

NEW DELHI, Dec 27: Landmark verdicts on the powers of governors and the president on bills, staying few provisions of the Waqf law and a series o

Kharge Calls For Nationwide Campaign Against MGNREGA Repeal

New Delhi, Dec 27: A nationwide campaign was needed against the repeal of the rural employment scheme MGNREGA, Congress president Mallikarjun Kha

Open-end spinning mills in Tamil Nadu slash production by 50%

They have been affected by rising cotton waste prices and fall in yarn prices

Keralas Opposition Leader V. D Satheesan calls CM Pinarayi Vijayan an autocrat

He further alleged that CPI(M)s cyber cell has been engaged in constant personal attacks against senior Congress leaders, including Priyanka Gand

US: Five injured after shooting Northwest DC, investigations underway

A shooting incident occurred in Northwest DC on Friday night. Five adult males sustained injuries. All victims were conscious and breathing when

Rising living costs persist despite official claims of economic stability in Pakistan

Despite government claims of economic stabilization and a drop in headline inflation, millions of Pakistanis face a harsh reality of rising every

Thailand, Cambodia sign new ceasefire agreement to end border fighting

BANGKOK, Dec 27: Thailand and Cambodia on Saturday announced they have signed an agreement to implement a ceasefire to end weeks of armed combat

Congress Leader Shares AI Pic Of Pinarayi Vijayan With Sabarimala Accused, Taken Into Custody

A Congress leader was taken into custody for allegedly sharing an AI-generated photograph depicting Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan along with Un

BJP targets Congress over its association with Jamaat-e-Islami in Kerala

The BJP has accused the Congress-led UDF in Kerala of aligning with extremist Islamic organizations. State BJP chief Rajeev Chandrasekhar alleged

POCSO cases up 27 pc, crimes against women rise 6 pc in Hyderabad in 2025

Hyderabad: In a worrying trend, crimes against women and children increased in Hyderabad in 2025, with cases involving women rising by six per ce

Actor Sivaji appears before Telangana womens panel over remarks

The Commission took suo motu cognisance of Sivajis comments made at the pre release event of his film Dandora, where he spoke about womens clothi

China's Train Breaks World Record, Travels 700 Kmph In Just Two Seconds

The train floats above the track using superconducting magnets that lift it and push it forward without actually touching the rails.

Somalia, African Nations Denounce Israeli Recognition of Somaliland

Israel announced Friday that it viewed Somaliland as an independent and sovereign state,

Syria army clashes with Kurdish-led forces in Aleppo

DAMASCUS, Dec 27: The Syrian army shot down hostile drones launched by the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) toward military positions near the Tish

Rahul Gandhi, Sonia Gandhi, Mallikarjun Kharge and other prominent leaders attend CWC meeting

Do marathons damage your heart? Decade-long study finally settles debate

LONDON, Dec 27: A marathon pushes the human body close to its limits. Legs tire, lungs burn and the heart works hard for hours on end. For years,

Quote of the day by Celine Dion: Life imposes things on you that you can't control

Life's uncontrollable events are inevitable, but Celine Dion's words highlight our power to choose our response. Despite facing Stiff Person Synd

20 injured as mob attack forces cancellation of James concert in Bangladesh

DHAKA, Dec 27: At least 20 students were injured in a mob attack in Bangladesh that forced the cancellation of a concert by popular rock singer J

Actor Nithin's Loss Is Vijay Devarakonda's Gain?

Speculations are doing the rounds in the Telugu film industry around director Vikram K Kumars upcoming project.

Watch: Labuschagne Frustrated, Huge Umpiring Controversy Erupts In Ashes

Marnus Labuschagne's controversial dismissal became a big talking point as England dismissed Australia for just 132 runs on Day 2 of the Melbourn

Book Review | An Account of Life in the Hills of Ranikhet

Anuradha Roys first non-fiction work an account of life in the hills of Ranikhet blends memoir and nature-writing with characteristic elegance

CWC meet: Congress top brass discuss strategy for 2026 polls, action against Centre over G RAM G law

Senior Congress leaders on Saturday attended a crucial meeting of the Congress Working Committee (CWC), the partys highest decision-making body,

Strong fundamentals, big-ticket investments to propel Indias FDI in 2026

NEW DELHI, Dec 27: FDI inflows into India are expected to register robust growth in 2026, supported by strong macroeconomic fundamentals, big-tic

AP Dhillon, Tara Sutaria on stage, Veer Pahariyas reaction goes viral

Hyderabad: Tara Sutaria and her boyfriend, actor Veer Pahariya, attended AP Dhillons Mumbai concert on Friday night. Several videos from the show

Elon Musk retweets post on Tesla Model Y surviving 800-metre cliff fall in China

A Tesla Model Y miraculously survived an 800-meter cliff plunge in China, with the driver escaping with minor injuries. Despite the vehicle's com

Social Media Influencer Among 2 Booked Over Dangerous Snow Driving In Gulmarg

SRINAGAR, Dec 27: Jammu and Kashmir Police have booked two persons, including a social media influencer, for allegedly performing dangerous drivi

13 Books to Read in 2026

Heres your guide to some of the new titles coming to your neighbourhood bookstore that will pique your interes