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Delhi-NCR wakes up to toxic smog: AQI hits very poor to severe levels; flights impacted due to low visibility

Delhi Airport issues passenger advisory amid dense fog, says low visibility procedures are still in progress

As dense fog continues to surround Delhi and NCR, the Delhi International Airport issued an advisory today saying that all flight operations are

Eight elephants killed after being hit by Sairang-New Delhi Rajdhani Express in Assam's Hojai

A tragic accident occurred in Assam's Hojai district early Saturday. The Sairang-New Delhi Rajdhani Express struck a herd of elephants. Eight ele

In Kolkata, a 2026 calendar that promotes not a business but a struggle for survival

Last year too, a calendar had been created, for the first time, with the help of colour pictures of trams taken in the 1960s by an unknown Austra

India's diplomatic influence is hope for peace amid Russia-Ukraine crisis, says Ambassador to Estonia

In a recent statement, Ashish Sinha, the Ambassador of India to Estonia, emphasised India's significant role in global politics, particularly in

Takeaways from the U.S. Justice Departments initial release of Epstein files, mandated by Congress

The partial release angered Democrats who accused the Trump administration of trying to hide information

Manjhi clears the air in video, says managed to swing votes via DM

PATNA: A video claiming to show Union minister and Hindustani Awam Morcha (HAM) leader Jitan Ram Manjhi speaking about influencing an election re

Assam tragedy: Rajdhani Express hits herd of elephants, killing eight; five coaches, engine derail

Eight elephants tragically died after being struck by the Sairang New Delhi Rajdhani Express in Assam's Hojai district early Saturday. The collis

India fast-tracks key reforms to shield itself from US tariffs

In its final parliamentary session of the year, Prime Minister Narendra Modis government pushed through major economic reforms aimed at boosting

Meet to revive tourism as J&K situation is normal

SRINAGAR: To restore confidence among travellers to visit Kashmir again after 26 people were killed in the Pahalgam attack, the Adventure Tour Op

Putin says Europe counting on US midterms to pressure Trump

Russian President Vladimir Putin said European elites are hoping the 2026 US midterm elections will shift power in Washington and increase pressu

After 19 minute viral video row, Payal Dhare embroiled in controversy: Maharashtra Cyber Police issues big update in popular YouTuber's case

19 minute viral clip: Payal Dhare, a popular gamer and content creator, was dragged into a controversy after an alleged video went viral with sev

Trump insists during North Carolina visit he's brought down costs, but residents say they're feeling squeezed

The uneasy feeling spans political affiliation in the town, which is split between two largely rural and somewhat impoverished counties, although

US Secy Marco Rubio: President made peacemaking a priority, cites India-Pakistan conflict

U.S. military to stop shooting pigs and goats as a way to train medics for the battlefield

Mr. Buchanan's office said the Defence Department will continue to allow training that involves stabbing, burning and using blunt instruments on

Thick Smog Blankets Delhi, Flight, Train Ops Hit, Air Quality Likely To Worsen

The national capital, Delhi, woke up to a thick layer of smog blanketing the city with the Air Quality Index (AQI) at 380, falling under the 'ver

Breaking News Live Updates: Eight elephants killed after Rajdhani Express hits herd in Assams Hojai

Many Elephants Killed By Rajdhani Express In Assam, Train Ops Hit

A Rajdhani Express train derailed after colliding with a herd of wild elephants in Assam Saturday morning, leading to disruption of rail services

'Not War But Vengeance': US Launches Massive Strikes Against ISIS In Syria

The US military launched airstrikes against dozens of Islamic State targets in Syria on Friday in retaliation for an attack on US personnel, US o

MAGA civil war erupts into the open at Turning Point meeting

A gathering of Turning Point USA in Phoenix exposed deep divisions within the conservative movement following the murder of founder Charlie Kirk.

How A Reddit Tip-Off By John Helped Cops Crack US Universities' Shooting

Claudio Neves Valente came to the United States as an ambitious physics student at Brown University, but ended his life while hiding from police

Nara Lokesh accuses YSRCP of stalling investments via PILs, Opposition seeks more transparency

A political dispute has erupted in Andhra Pradesh over IT park projects and job creation. TDP leaders, including IT Minister Nara Lokesh, accused

Weather today: IMD warns North India, Telangana, Karnataka as winter tightens grip. Check forecast of Delhi, Ooty

IMD weather forecast: As winter tightens its grip, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has warned of dense foggy conditions in Northern Ind

AUS vs ENG third Test: Australia all out for 349, set England 435 to win 3rd Ashes Test

England quickly wrapped up the tail with Josh Tongue the pick of the bowlers with 4-70.

Trump hopes North Carolina speech will bolster standing on US economy

President Trump is campaigning in North Carolina to bolster public opinion on his economic policies ahead of midterm elections. Despite recent po

Medical student from Kashmir missing in Russia

SRINAGAR: A 21-year old man from Jammu and Kashmirs Reasi district, Gaurav Singh Nag, who was studying MBBS in Russia, has gone missing since Dec

Brazilian judge allows ex-President Bolsonaro to leave prison for hernia surgery

The former Brazilian President, in power between 2019 and 2022, has gone through several other surgeries since he was stabbed in the abdomen duri

Stormy session marred by vaping & shouting match

NEW DELHI: The winter session of Parliament, one of the shortest in recent Parliament history, came to a close on Friday. The 19-day-long stormy

Hyderabad man loses Rs 59 lakh in digital arrest, two held

Hyderabad: Hyderabad police have arrested two accused in digital arrest case in which a senior citizen lost Rs 59 lakh. Cybercrime police arreste

Legal challenge to Trumps H-1B fee faces tough questioning from judge

Washington: A federal judge signaled that US President Donald Trump may have sweeping authority under immigration law, even as she questioned a l

Learning Malayalam, Priyanka tells Modi at Speakers chai pe charcha

NEW DELHI: A light-hearted exchange over Wayanad turmeric and Prime Minister Narendra Modis recent Ethiopia visit figured in the friendly convers

Epstein Files RELEASED: Michael Jackson, Richard Branson, Bill Clinton, Diana Ross, Chris Tucker named in fresh batch of documents, photographs published by DOJ

The US justice department has released heavily 'redacted' files related to its investigations into late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. The newly r

T20 World Cup Set To Be SKY's Last As India Skipper? Report Makes Big Claim

Suryakumar Yadav and his deputy Shubman Gill's indifferent form is a massive concern but the national selection committee is unlikely to make any

Pics: PM Modi To Inaugurate India's 1st Nature-Themed Airport Terminal In Assam Today

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the new terminal building of Lokapriya Gopinath Bordoloi International (LGBI) Airport in Guwahati to

Decathlon India's growth slows down; Inside the workings of Sawariya Group

Decathlon India swung to a loss in FY25 as revenue growth slowed to 3.1%. Sawariya Group is a leading distribution and brand management company.

Michael Jackson, Mick Jagger Part Of Epstein's Social Circle, Files Reveal

The US Justice Department on Friday began releasing a long-awaited cache of records from its investigations into the politically explosive case o

Parenting Without Pedestals: A Gentle Reimagining of Indian Fathers

In DC Conversations, Neeraj Udhwani reflects on how comedy, vulnerability, and lived experience shaped Single Papa into a story about emotional w

Delhi-NCR AQI: National Capital chokes under thick blanket of fog, toxic smog, air quality hits 'severe+' category; IMD issues orange alert

The India Meteorological Department issued an orange alert for Saturday, cautioning about dense fog across the city and predicting that the unfav

Morning Digest: UN rights chief calls for end to revenge attacks in Bangladesh; U.S. Justice Department releases thousands of records in Epstein case, and more

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Man kills self in police booth over 'unlit lamp'

Bitcoin price target: Why analysts predict BTC USD will hit $1.42 million with a bull case of $2.95 million by 2035

Bitcoin price prediction 2035: A new price model suggests Bitcoin could reach $1.42 million by 2035. This forecast considers institutional adopti

Tibetans in-exile condemn China's gold mining project, hold vigil in solidarity with protesters in Tibet

Tibetan NGOs condemn China's gold mining project in Kashi Village, Eastern Tibet, and stand in solidarity with protesters. Following the project'

Suspect in Brown and M.I.T. Killings Is Described as Brilliant but Bullying

Portugals top diplomat said Friday that the government was taken aback by revelations that a Portuguese man is the main suspect.

Photos of Bill Clinton Included in Newly Released Epstein Files

After the photos were released, several White House officials, including press secretary Karoline Leavitt and top aide Steven Cheung, made social

Largest Mall in India Opens: How Lakeshore Mall Is Redefining Kukatpally Y-Junction

Hyderabad has officially unveiled its biggest mall, with the inauguration of Lakeshore Mall Hyderabad on December 12, marking a defining moment f

Epstein Files RELEASED: Jeffrey Epstein's 'close friend' US President Donald Trump's name rarely mentioned in newly published photos, documents by DOJ

US President Donald Trump's name is rarely mentioned in the batch of Jeffrey Epstein files that his Justice Department released on Friday, based

Good News for Delhi-NCR residents: Greater Noida to Jewar Airport just in minutes, THESE new flyovers to cut short travel time, check here to know details

The authorities are working to ensure that the infrastructure is in place to handle the influx of passengers and vehicles. With the airport expec

Taiwan detects 6 Chinese aircraft, 11 vessels, 1 ship

Taiwan's Ministry of National Defense reported detecting six Chinese military aircraft and eleven naval vessels operating near its territorial wa

A BOAT cant produce a GOAT

Great athletes are made on maidans, not in malls or on artificial turf. With playgrounds in the city rapidly shrinking, our netas must ensure the

Trump's name hardly appears in released Epstein files

Newly released Jeffrey Epstein files, heavily redacted, show Donald Trump's name mentioned sparingly in flight logs and message books. While some

Trump Administration Wants to Ensure Mexican Crews Operating Trains in US Can Speak English

Railroads Union Pacific and CPKC routinely rely on foreign crews at times to bring trains over the border to their rail yards in the U.S. before

Ensure papers are in order before hiring school buses

A physical verification of the vehicle revealed that the chassis number stamped on the bus did not match the registration and number plate detail

Bangladesh set to hold funeral of youth leader whose death sparked unrest in country

Dhaka prepares for the funeral of a prominent youth leader on Saturday. Security is tight following unrest triggered by his death. The government

Rahul Gandhi Meets German Environment Minister, Discusses Climate Change

As part of his five-day visit to Germany, Gandhi also had lunch with former German Chancellor Olaf Scholz

Rubio says new governance bodies for Gaza will be in place soon, followed by international force

Mr. Rubio said progress had been made recently on identifying Palestinians to join the technocratic group, and said Washington was aiming to get

Three Killed in Stabbing Attack in Taiwan

When she turned around, she said she saw people lying on the ground and needing first aid because they were bleeding.

Why Elise Stefanik is leaving politics: Trump ally ends New York governor bid and congressional career

Elise Stefanik announced she is stepping away from electoral politics, ending her bid for New York governor and her re-election campaign for Cong

Tesla CEO Elon Musk recovers $55 billion pay package in Delaware court ruling

The Delaware Supreme Court reversed a ruling that had voided Elon Musk's $55 billion Tesla pay package from 2018. This decision vindicates Musk's

Australian lifesavers return to duty at Bondi Beach after massacre

Surf lifesavers returned to Bondi Beach six days after a deadly attack, honoring victims with a moment of silence. The mass shooting, Australia's

What Is Abadi Deh? Delhi Plans Land Survey To Settle Rural Property Disputes

If you own a house in a Delhi village but don't have a clear document proving the land is yours, you're likely living on Abadi Deh land.

US Justice Department to Release Epstein Files by Deadline

President Donald Trump, once a close friend of Epstein, fought for months to prevent the release of the Epstein files held by the Justice Departm

GCC to spend 1 cr. per zone on road repair works

Voters may be rethinking everything: 2028 US Presidential polls reveal a stunning shift

US Presidential 2028 polls: Early 2028 presidential polling indicates a statistically tied hypothetical matchup between Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez

Air India, IndiGo Issue Travel Advisories Amid Fog-Related Daisruptions

Both Air India and IndiGo, in an attempt to mitigate fog-related disruptions, such as reduced visibility that affects flight operations, issued t

1 killed, 4 injured as gang war erupts at liquor vend in Rohtak

A violent gang war erupted at a Rohtak liquor vend, resulting in one death and four injuries after over 30 rounds were fired. Shooters from the H

Rural indebtedness rising due to unregulated microfinance institutions: Brinda Karat

Leading a demonstration in front of Regional Office of the RBI, Ms. Karat said, public sector banks are giving loans to MFIs at low interest rate

GCC halts pet licences for Pit Bulls and Rottweilers

The Corporation will implement the ban on new licencesand renewal of existing ones for the two breeds from today; GCC Council also approves new S

Stock market today: S&P 500, Dow, Nasdaq rise as AI stocks rebound here's why Oracle, Nvidia, and Micron led gains

S&P 500, Dow, Nasdaq today: US stocks climbed on Friday, led by Oracle's surge following a major TikTok deal, as investor confidence in the AI se

Corporation Council revises wages for sanitation workers

35-year-old man held for blackmailing woman

Based on the complaint, the police registered a case under relevant sections of the Tamil Nadu Prohibition of Harassment of Women Act (TNPHW Act)

Family of Tiruvarur musicians honoured at inaugural event of Naadhabrahmam music festival

Accepting the title, Ms. Jayanthi and Ms. Amirthavarshini said they were happy and honoured

Doctor in Nitish Kumar hijab row to join government post today

Cyclone Ditwah damage in Sri Lanka | The long path from wreckage to recovery

Cyclone Ditwah has claimed at least 643 lives and displaced scores of people in Sri Lanka. While it has affected several villages and towns, the

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SMVDU organizes workshop on Stress Coping Management

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Dec 19: A workshop on Stress Coping Management for the Universitys non-teaching officials, organized by the Direct

IIT Jammu hosts Intl Conference on Sustainable Materials & Infra

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Dec 19: Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Jammu successfully hosted the International Conference on Sustainable

Dr Sanjay Bansal meets Vikramjeet Singh, highlights traders issues

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Dec 19: In order to draw attention to key challenges faced by traders, MSMEs and industrial units across the Union

Gaurav Gupta, Bar delegation call on LG

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Dec 19: BJP Spokesperson and Convener International Affairs, Gaurav Gupta today called on Lieutenant Governor Mano

Fairdeal Group launches all-new Tata Sierra

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Dec 19: Celebrating 25 years of trusted partnership with Tata Motors, Fairdeal Group today launched the all-new Ta

SMVD Sangarsh Samiti delegation calls on Nadda, seeks early resolution of issue

Excelsior Correspondent NEW DELHI, Dec 19 :In connection with the ongoing public concern and stir regarding the allotment of seats in Shree Mata

LG releases 4th Edition of Kartavya Marg

Excelsior Correspondent Jammu, Dec 19: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha released the 4th edition of Kartavya Marg, annual in-house magazine publis

CS assesses implementation of Urban Challenge Fund, Auto DCR, lake conservation measures

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Dec 19: Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo, today reviewed the implementation and progress of housing and urban developm

Energy independence aligned with self-reliance, geopolitical compatibility: Dr Jitendra

Excelsior Correspondent NEW DELHI, Dec 19: Energy independence is no longer a matter of choice but an economic, strategic, and geopolitical neces

ED attaches Yuvraj, Mimi, Ankush assets

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has attached assets worth Rs 8 crore belonging to cricketers Yuvraj Singh and Robin Uthappa, and actors Urvashi

Trump Administration Begins Release Of Epstein File

The US Justice Department on Friday began releasing the long-awaited records from the investigation into the politically explosive case of convic

U.S. announces operation to eliminate Islamic State fighters in Syria after deaths of Americans

U.S. forces commenced operation Hawkeye Strike in Syria to eliminate ISIS fighters, infrastructure, and weapons sites in direct response to the a

India, Oman trade pact likely to be operationalised within 3 months: Goyal

NEW DELHI, Dec 19: India and Oman will endeavour to implement the India-Oman free trade agreement, signed on December 18, within the next three m

Winter Session concludes as key legislations replacing MGNREGA, pvt participation in nuclear sector passed

NEW DELHI, Dec 19: The short Winter Session of Parliament concluded on Friday as both houses were adjourned sine die after the passage of some ke

Traditional medicine must win trust through science, expand reach: PM Modi

NEW DELHI, Dec 19: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday said traditional medicine was yet to receive the place it truly deserved and asserted t

President Murmu opens 2nd edition of Udyan Utsav at Rashtrapati Nilayam, Hyderabad

HYDERABAD, Dec 19: President Droupadi Murmu inaugurated the Second Edition of Udyan Utsav at Rashtrapati Nilayam here on Friday. The nine-day fes