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TGICCC To Monitor RGIA, Budvel High Court After Police Rejig

The Hyderabad Commissionerate has the largest manpower base, with around 19,000 personnel

Joy, festivity, fireworks: India welcomes New Year 2026; President Murmu extends greetings

India welcomed the New Year 2026 with vibrant celebrations across major cities, featuring fireworks, cultural performances, and large public gath

Doubts Rise Over Cong Continuing In DMK Alliance

Though Chakravarthys recent remarks also drew strong opposition to it from some Congress leaders, including TNCC president K Selvaperunthagai and

Bengaluru rings in 2026 with a night full of revelry

Lorry driver, helper held for smuggling 75 kg ganja on T.N.-A.P. border

January Skywatching guide: Wolf Moon, Meteor Shower, and Jupiter steal the spotlight-here's when to watch them

January's skywatching highlights include the Wolf Moon, a supermoon on Jan. 3, coinciding with Earth's perihelion. The Quadrantid meteor shower a

3 smart steps to maximize your monthly Social Security check in retirement

Social Security payments depend on work years, income, and claiming age. Some retirees get much higher monthly checks by planning early. Working

Lighting of deepam in Thirupparankundram cant be stopped by anyone: Union Minister

Though the Madurai Bench of the Madras High Court had granted permission to light the lamp in Thirupparankundram, the State government was acting

Walmart, Target, Costco opening, closing hours on New Year's Day 2026. What is open, what is closed on January 1?

New Year's Day 2026 is here and schools, government and banks are closed on January 1.

New Year fireworks near me: where to watch the biggest 2026 New Years Eve fireworks across the USA

Best places to watch New Years Eve 2026 fireworks across the USA: The United States is preparing for a massive 2026 New Years Eve. From the neon

Smritis record-breaking year to remember

In 2025, the vice-captain of the Indian womens team raised her game to a different level and accomplished various feats, notably becoming the fas

Fossil Wood Unearthed in Godavari Basin

The presence of nearby megalithic remains points to cultural continuity from the Stone Age through the Mesolithic to the Megalithic period, estab

T.N. Cyber Crime Wing rescues 1,212 potential victims of cyber crime

Nizamabad, Kamareddy Ring In New Year 2026 With Festive Cheer

Crowds, food, and family reunions mark the farewell to 2025 and welcome 2026

Double-Engine Govt. Delivering Good Governance, Inclusive Welfare

The 20-Point Programme Implementation chairman said works in Amaravati have been fast-tracked with Rs 15,000 crore central assistance, Polavaram

Excise Dept Reports Major Decline in Illicit Liquor

Under the NDPS Act, 1,304 cases were registered this year

Arsenal will end the year top of the Premier League after 4-1 statement win over Villa

The fourth goal, scored by substitute Gabriel Jesus one minute after coming on, highlighted the depth of Arsenal's bench this season and coach Mi

Trump Medias new crypto token launch explained: How does it work and who gets it?

Trump Media new crypto token: Trump Media plans to launch a new cryptocurrency. Shareholders will receive one token for each share they own. This

US DOJ to review 5.2 million pages of Epstein files, document shows

The Trump administration ordered the Justice Department to release the files tied to criminal probes of Jeffrey Epstein, the late financier and c

Since 2014, Govt Institutionalised Delivery, Accountability: Modi

The PRAGATI ecosystem has helped accelerate projects worth more than 85 lakh crore

Strong end-user demand lifts Mumbai home registrations in 2025

Property registrations in the Mumbai municipal region rose 6 per cent year-on-year to 1,50,231 units in the 2025 calendar year, marking the highe

J&K court acquits three in terror case

A sessions court in Jammu and Kashmir has acquitted three individuals accused of terror-related activities. The court cited a lack of evidence an

TMC leader Abhishek Banerjee says EC didn't address party's concerns

Trinamool Congress leader Abhishek Banerjee has accused the Election Commission of ignoring party concerns regarding West Bengal's electoral roll

Centre plans Deregulation 2.0 with 30 new priority areas

The Centre is preparing for Deregulation 2.0, targeting 30 key areas for significant compliance reduction. This initiative will focus on seven se

Secured over 92% conviction rate, cracked key terror cases in 2025: NIA

Major achievements include extradition of 2008 Mumbai terror attacks accused Tahawwur Rana from the U.S., and the arrest of several terrorists an

CEOs of 200 Japanese companies to miss Beijing trip, a first since '12

The delegation of some 200 business leaders will skip the trip originally scheduled January 20, the Japan-China Economic Association said Wednesd

Point machine failure disrupted Metrorail green line service: CMRL officials

Our Defence Stymied APs Plans on Godavari Water Use: Uttam

Uttam Kumar Reddy says APs Polavaram-linked projects violate tribunal awards and law

India-UAE joint military exercise concludes in Abu Dhabi

The DESERT CYCLONEII exercise strengthened professional bonds between the two armies and contributed to the development of interoperable capabili

Babar Azam vs Mohammad Rizwan: Match timing, venue and where to watch Pakistan stars in BBL New Year's Day clash

The Big Bash League 2025-26 kicks off 2026 with a blockbuster as Babar Azam faces Mohammad Rizwan in Melbourne Renegades vs Sydney Sixers at Dock

Revellers throng Beach Road to ring in the New Year

Iran protests enter 4th day as clashes spread beyond Tehran

Demonstrators took to the streets of Tehran and outside the capital on Wednesday, extending unrest that began after the national currency plunged

Left govt. distances itself from Bevcos liquor-naming contest amid Church criticism

Excise Minister says the advertisement inviting the public to suggest a name and logo for the liquor brand was issued by Bevco and the govt. has

Clicking on Happy New Year Link on Whatsapp Could Empty Your Bank Account

As India gears up for New Year celebrations, cybercrime authorities warn of a new 'greeting scam' targeting users on messaging platforms. Fraudst

EAM S Jaishankar represents India at funeral of Khaleda Zia, meets Tarique Rahman

India's External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar attended the funeral of former Bangladesh Prime Minister Khaleda Zia. He conveyed condolences from

US stock market ends 2025 with a crash as Dow, S&P 500, and Nasdaq drift lower today can Wall Street still extend gains into 2026?

US stock market ends 2025 on a weak note as Dow, S&P 500, Nasdaq slide today. The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell more than 150 points, extendi

Russia releases video of Ukraine's attack on Prez Putin's residence

Kyiv says Moscow has produced no evidence to support its allegations and that Russia invented the alleged attack to block progress at talks on en

DC Edit | Lets Hope for a Year of Peace!

As conflicts rage worldwide, a brief South Asian ceasefire offers rare hope for peace

Shah Targets 20 Kolkata Seats for BJP In 2026

On Wednesday, Mr Shah chaired Kolkata Mahanagar Workers Meeting of his party at the Science City auditorium in the afternoon. BJP Mandal and Boot

English translation of Swaminatha Iyers writings on music released

Tamil Nadu government announces gift hamper for Pongal

State govt. announces promotions and transfers of IPS officers

Deputy CM lays foundation for sports infrastructure

Why can't Vaibhav Suryavanshi represent India yet? Everything you need to know about ICC rules

Young batting sensation Vaibhav Suryavanshi is yet to be eligible to represent India at the international level. Here's everything you need to kn

AP CM Extends New Year Greetings To Beneficiaries of NTR Bharosa Pensions

Naidu stated that since the formation of the present government 18 months ago, Andhra Pradesh has spent over Rs 50,000 crore on pensions, a scale

Taiwan reunification 'unstoppable': Xi in new year address; highlights USD 170 bn Brahmaputra dam

The reunification of our motherland, a trend of the times, is unstoppable, Xi said amid stepped up high-powered drills by the Chinese military in

Stop serving lies to people and introspect, Nadda tells Kharge

Responding to the Congresss allegations that the MGNREGA has been abolished, J.P. Nadda said the scheme was expanded by increasing working days t

RSS chief urges Hindus to look beyond caste, wealth or language

Mr. Bhagwat said that temples, water bodies and cremation grounds should be open to all Hindus

Cancel permits of quarries posing a risk to petroleum pipeline: environmentalists

New Year 2026: After night of partying, expert reveal useful tips to recover from hangover

New Year celebrations often mean consuming unlimited alcohol the whole night as the revelers continue partying till early morning. However, revel

DRDO conducts salvo launch of Pralay missiles off Odisha coast

The DRDO carried out a salvo launch of two indigenous Pralay missiles from the same launcher on December 31. The test was held off the coast of O

Situation along northern borders remains stable, yet sensitive: Defence ministry

India's northern borders are stable yet sensitive, with the Army robustly deployed to handle any contingency. Bilateral talks have fostered posit

Pharmacies to display QR code for reporting adverse drug events

In 10 days, around 42,000 chemist shops in T.N. will display the QR codeas per the instructions of Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation

Jammu & Kashmir: Lessons of 2025, Hope for 2026

As Jammu & Kashmir steps into 2026, the year gone by leaves behind a complex mix of pain, resilience and cautious optimism. 2025 will be remember

What time does the stock market close today? NYSE holidays 2025 and market hours today explained

U.S. stock markets are open on New Years Eve, closing at 4:00 p.m. ET, while bond markets close early at 2:00 p.m. All U.S. markets are closed on

Digvijays RSS Remark Draws Rare Praise From BJP

Senior Congress leader and former minister Raja Pateria has also backed Mr. Singhs statement, saying that Congress must try to understand its riv

DC Edit | India 4th Largest Economy: 2026 Is Off to a Flying Start

Tariffs, reforms, and quiet trade deals shape Indias path beyond Trump-era protectionism

State Cabinet sanctions 159 posts at Cochin cancer centre

Vijayawada revels in new year celebrations

Kavitha's Car Flagged 16 Times For Traffic Violations

The challans were issued between December 29, 2024, and October 31, 2025.

Operation Sindoor delivered calibrated, decisive blow; sent unambiguous message to world: Government

India's Operation Sindoor, a decisive response to the Pahalgam attack, showcased unwavering resolve against terror. Precision strikes on Pakistan

Domestic PNG becomes cheaper in Delhi, NCR from Jan 1

Leader of rare resolve: What PM Modi wrote to Khaleda Zias son Tarique Rahman; read full letter

Pakistans National Assembly Speaker briefly interacts with EAM Jaishankar in Dhaka

Islamabad: Pakistan on Wednesday said a brief interaction took place between National Assembly Speaker Sardar Ayaz Sadiq and External Affairs Min

Pakistan's National Assembly Speaker briefly interacts with EAM Jaishankar in Dhaka

Pakistan's National Assembly Speaker Sardar Ayaz Sadiq and Indian External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar had a brief interaction in Dhaka, markin

Helped Boost Ties: PM In Letter To Tarique Rahman After Khaleda Zia's Death

PM Modi's letter was delivered today by foreign minister S Jaishankar, who represented India at the funeral of Khaleda Zia.

Like commercial vehicles, soon private vehicles need to get fitness test done at automated testing stations

Toss was crucial, says Jharkhand skipper Kushagra

Indias largest BOT highway project gets Cabinet nod; SuratChennai travel time to drop 45%

The Union Cabinet greenlit a massive 374-km greenfield highway in Maharashtra, connecting Nashik to Solapur and Akkalkot, at an estimated Rs 19,1

Dominant Women in Blue on the right track for T20 WC

Harmanpreet& Co. come up with a ruthless display to sweep the series against Sri Lanka; all-rounderDeepti,Shafalistar for India; after disappoint

50,000 gig workers participate in strike in Hyderabad, unions claim

Hyderabad: About 50,000 of the total two lakh gig workers in Hyderabad participated in the strike called on Wednesday by the unions demanding bet

Honey-trap Gang Targeting Bizmen Busted In Jagtial

Realtors, politicians were targeted

Encroachment On Govt Land, 4 Booked

When the documents were verified with the Collectorate, the papers were found to be fake: Officials

Goa nightclub fire: Illegal salt pan structure, collusion with officials; what probe report revealed

A magisterial inquiry found a Goa nightclub, where 25 died in a fire, was illegally built on a salt pan and operated without valid permissions. S

At PRAGATI Meet, PM's 'Reform, Perform And Transform' Mantra

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday stressed on the mantra of reform, perform and transform at the 50th meeting of PRAGATI, which accelerat

Drastic drop in grave crime cases in Madurai City in 2025

Commissioner of Police attributes it to concerted efforts, increased patrolling, preventive efforts

Awareness rally held on road safety

2012 Pune Serial Blasts Accused Shot Dead In Maharashtra

Bunty Jahagirdar, one of the accused in the 2012 Pune serial blasts case, was allegedly shot dead by unidentified assailants in Shrirampur town i

935 govt schools in Andhra selected under PM-SHRI, being upgraded: Chief Secy

Amaravati: Andhra Pradesh Chief Secretary K Vijayanand on Wednesday said that 935 government schools in the state have been selected under the PM

Parking Facility at Platform No. 1 of Secunderabad Railway Station Suspended

However, passengers were allowed to utilise the parking facility available on the side of platform number 10 for boarding trains, as well as pick

Kerala minister urges new local body members to prioritise waste management

Sunanda K. Datta-Ray | Heralding Dawn of the Age of Robots in 2026!

As humanoid robots rise, geopolitics fractures and the promise of progress turns unsettling

Op Sindoor Resounding Testament To Resolve Against Terrorism: Government

Operation Sindoor stands as a esounding testament to India's unwavering resolve against terrorism, the defence ministry said.

GHMC Commissioner promises vastly improved performance in the new year

Malayali priest, seven others get bail in conversion case

The priest was arrested following a complaint from members of VHP and the Bajrang Dal; the priest, his family and his associates had gone to Shin

SC Holds Winter Vacation Courts For First Time; CJI Presides

CJI Kant, who was sworn in on November 24, had announced on December 19 that vacation benches, including one headed by him, would sit during the

Bandi Warns Leaders Against Lobbying For Tickets

Do not call me or my family members seeking tickets. Anyone trying to exert pressure through such means will lose their chance entirely: Bandi Sa

India imposes provisional anti-dumping duty on low ash metallurgical coke imports

India has imposed a provisional anti-dumping duty of $60.87-$130.66 per tonne on low ash metallurgical coke imports for six months. This measure

YouTuber booked for offensive remarks against Hindu deities

Head constable suspended for involvement in land grabbing case