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2 more arrested over Hindu mans lynching in Bangladesh; 12 held so far

DHAKA, Dec 21: Two more persons were arrested on Sunday in connection with the lynching of a Hindu man in Bangladesh, according to a media report

Musk becomes first person ever with fortune over USD 700Bln: Reports

WASHINGTON, Dec 21: US businessman Elon Musk has become the first person in history whose net worth has surpassed USD 700 billion, Forbes magazin

Jemimah stars in Indias comprehensive eight-wicket win against SL

VISAKHAPATNAM, Dec 21: Jemimah Rodrigues executed her shots with great skill and style en route to a scintillating, unbeaten 44-ball 69 as India

Misleading propaganda: India slams Bangladeshi media reports on protest outside Dhakas mission in Delhi

NEW DELHI, Dec 21 : India on Sunday trashed as misleading propaganda media reports in Bangladesh that a demonstration outside Bangladeshs mission

Titan expects Watch biz to cross billion-dollar sales mark in next 2 yrs, focus on premiumisation

NEW DELHI, Dec 21: Leading watch and jewellery maker Titan is very bullish for its watch business, which is expected to touch the USD 1 billion s

Dhaka Universitys Bangabandhu Hall renamed Osman Hadi Hall

DHAKA, Dec 21: The Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman Hall at the Dhaka University has been renamed in memory of Sharif Osman Hadi, a prominent y

Abundant intelligence, skilling safeguard to shape AI future: Microsoft India head

NEW DELHI, Dec 21: Unmetered intelligence, human-supervised `digital colleagues and continuous skilling as the key safeguard amid big shifts will

Pakistan clinchs U19 Asia Cup

DUBAI, Dec 21: India faltered against the big-hitting Sameer Minhas and the extra zip of pacers, suffering a massive 191-run defeat against Pakis

Gurugram University option should be added to CBSE recruitment application website: Delhi Panchayat Sangh

The absence of the universitys option is causing career-related problems for the students, the Sangh said

Natrang stages Hindi play AAG in weekly theatre series

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Dec 21: Balwant Thakurs Hindi play AAG staged under Natrangs weekly theatre series Sunday Theatre, here today. The

DDC inspects Material Recovery Facility, reviews sanitation measures

Excelsior Correspondent RAJOURI, Dec 21: District Development Commissioner (DDC) Rajouri, Abhishek Sharma, today inspected the Material Recovery

CEC intensifies Pulse Polio Immunization Programme in Kargil

Excelsior Correspondent KARGIL, Dec 21: Chairman and Chief Executive Councillor, LAHDC Kargil, Dr. Mohd Jaffer Akhoon, today kick-started the Int

Snowfall, rain lash J&K; Sgr-Leh NH, several roads closed

15 flights cancelled in Srinagar, 8 in Jammu *Heli service to Mata Vaishnodevi hit Fayaz Bukhari & Gopal Sharma SRINAGAR/JAMMU, Dec 21: The 40-da

First FCI food-grain freight train reaches Kashmir

Long cherished dream, will ease pressure on NH: LG Irfan Tramboo Srinagar, Dec 21: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha today congratulated the Indian

ACR, Sr officials charge sheeted in land fraud

Excelsior Correspondent Srinagar, Dec 21: The Crime Branch Kashmir (CBK) today filed a charge sheet in a high-profile land fraud case implicating

Suresh Sharma starts road blacktopping work

Excelsior Correspondent AKHNOOR, Dec 21: Senior BJP leader and District Development Council (DDC) member, Pandit Suresh Sharma here today started

3 hurt as Tempo overturns

Excelsior Correspondent RAJOURI, Dec 21: Three persons were injured when a Tempo Traveller vehicle overturned on the road in Narian area on the R

Allotment of remaining shops in Jagti township demanded

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Dec 21: The pending Shopkeepers Association, Jagti, in its meeting, while expressing its satisfaction over the all

Whats next for Bangladesh?

Editor, The war of narratives has begun as tension between India and Bangladesh rises even as relations are at their lowest ebb. Sharing a 4,096

A first in 40 years: Kamptee president post goes to BJP

BJP secured the Kamptee municipal council president post for the first time in 40 years, with Ajay Agrawal winning by a narrow margin of 103 vote

How EAPs have worsened Inequality in Meghalaya

By Avner Pariat Meghalaya has been a recipient of substantial Externally Aided Projects (EAPs). A Google Search defines them as Funds provided by

What is Christmas?

By Ubahunlang Dkhar Tmar In the book of John Chapter1:1, it is written In the beginning was the word, and the word was with God and the word was

'2 years on, Congress is yet to fulfil Telangana pledges,' says G Kishan Reddy

Union minister G Kishan Reddy has written to Congress leader Sonia Gandhi, demanding clarification on the party's unfulfilled promises to farmers

Government destroying rural job guarantee scheme, says Congress as it steps up protest

Congress staged nationwide protests at district headquarters against the alleged rollback of MGNREGA, accusing the Modi government of dismantling

With President's assent, G RAM G replaces UPA-era MGNREGA

President Droupadi Murmu has approved the Viksit Bharat - Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) Bill, 2025, replacing the UPA-era MG

Srilankan man held in U.P. while trying to cross Indo-Nepal border illegally

He had a Srilankan passport and currency but no Indian visa or other valid documents

Shias Reiterate MLC Nomination Under Guv Quota

Cite latest HC fiat to State govt for reconsideration of their petition

Kerala minister warns schools against Christmas curbs

Kerala's Education Minister V Sivankutty has warned private schools against blocking Christmas celebrations, citing reports of such incidents. He

RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat says India is Hindu nation: 'Do we need constitutional approval for...'

Bhagwat also urged people to visit the organisation's offices and 'shakhas' to understand its work, so that the perception of the organisation as

India shuts Chittagong visa operations as tensions rise

India suspended visa operations in Chittagong following protests sparked by the lynching of a Hindu man for alleged blasphemy. New Delhi slammed

Power tariff hike sparks outrage in GH, high-level meeting today

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Dec 21: Mounting anger over a steep power tariff hike and the lack of visible improvement in electricity supply, partic

Operation Clean-Up expands to rural Mlaya

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Dec 21: The Operation Clean-Up (OCU) team, comprising several groups and concerned individuals who have been cleaning t

Mahayuti sweeps Phase 1 of Maharashtra local body polls

The BJP-led Mahayuti coalition has secured a decisive victory in Maharashtra's civic elections, winning nearly 207 out of 288 council and nagar p

Appointment of Acting Chief of Hima Sohra hurts local sentiments

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Dec 21: The decision of the Executive Committee (EC) of the KHADC to appoint an Acting Chief instead of recognising Mar

Cherry Blossom Festival founder Prof Sahoo bags green award

From Our Special Correspondent NEW DELHI, Dec 21: Professor Dinabandhu Sahoo, the founder of the popular Northeast India Cherry Blossom Festival,

Australia retain Ashes in 11 days

Cummins, Starc, Lyon star as Oz win Adelaide Test by 82 runs Adelaide, Dec 21: Australia retained the Ashes with two matches to spare after pacem

You learn when dealing with contrarian views: Filmmaker Anubhav Sinha

Renowned for his bold exploration of religious harmony, caste discrimination, gender equity, and regional conflicts, Anubhav Sinhadelves into the

A model tribal school in Maharashtra battles water scarcity to fight migration

The Hiwali school has been seeking solar power and a KT dam or Kolhapur-Type Weir, a low-cost, gravity-based riverbed structure that acts as a sm

Two HNLC cadres among four involved in IED blast

State firmly against militancy, door open for peace: Dhar By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Dec 21: A total of four persons two members of banned Hynnie

James Ransone death: 'The Wire' star dies at age of 46. Reason revealed

James Ransone casue of death has been revealed by Los Angeles authority

IAF airlifts tigress from Pench to Ramgarh Vishdhari

A three-year-old tigress was flown from Pench Tiger Reserve to Ramgarh Vishdhari Tiger Reserve. This marks a significant step in an inter-state t

Policing the youth using wit, pop culture

No injustice will be allowed against farmers: Chauhan on VB-G RAM G scheme

Opposition Blames EVMs, EC for Their Defeat

Maharashtra Congress president Harshwardhan Sapkal alleged that the ruling parties won due to Election Commissions blessing and the verdict does

Bus helper arrested for stealing $1,600 from Iranian womans purse

Tihars adoption plan seeks to help released prisoners rebuild lives

Three arrested for attempting to murder

CM pitches reliable public transport as solution to pollution

Gupta vows metro expansion, blames lack of seriousnessof the previous governments for poor air quality; AAP flags failures in curbing bad air

'The trauma never goes... but I won't break': Survivor of 2016 NH gang rape

A survivor of a brutal 2016 gang rape on NH-91, now a law student aiming to be a judge, shared her family's harrowing journey of constant relocat

Tax deductions in 2026: What Americans need to know?

Income Tax Deductions in 2026: In some states, the new federal tax breaks will automatically apply to state income taxes unless legislatures opt

DJBcommissions new sewage plan to curb Yamuna pollution

800 Booked for Drunken Driving During Special Checks

Police said enforcement drives would continue across Cyberabad to curb drunk driving and prevent road accidents.

Dhurandhar Box Office Collection Day 17: Ranveer Singh film beats Ranbir Kapoor's Animal, total earnings cross Rs 550 crore

The Aditya Dhar directorial has already crossed the rare Rs 550 crore mark at the domestic box office. The spy thriller is now looking to surpass

Looking at RSS through BJP lens a big mistake: Mohan Bhagwat

RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat emphasized that viewing the Sangh through the BJP's lens is a ig mistake, clarifying the organization's goal is the orga

Iran Winner of Short Film Fest

Filmmakers, actors and film critics also present at the event which was marked by cultural performances.

Powerball jackpot climbs to $1.6 billion, among largest lottery prizes ever in U.S.

SIT Flags Key Role Of Bhandari Roddam In Sabarimala Gold Theft

SIT has told a Vigilance Court that Pankaj Bhandari of Smart Creations and Ballari-based jeweller Govardhan Roddam played a central role in a con

C.P. Sarathy Memorial Events To Begin Today

The opening day will feature a lecture-demonstration titled 'Splendour of Muthuswamy Dikshitar' by Jagadisan Shivakumar

Centenary Methodist Church Organises 149th Carol Sunday

The congregation relished the soulful rendition of traditional Christmas carols. As the choir sang We Three Kings of Orient Are, gifts donated by

Govt Turned into Real Estate Brokers: KCR

Rao took strong objection to the Congress government abandoning the Pharma City project and unveiling the Future City in the same 14,000 acres of

Communal clashes erupt in MP's Jabalpur after Hindu activists allege conversion by Christian missionaries

BHOPAL: Police are on heightened alert in Madhya Pradeshs Jabalpur city, after protests by Hindu right-wingers alleging religious conversion by C

Modi: Anti-national Congress Wants Illegal Bangladeshis

Modi accuses Congress of encouraging illegal immigrants, vows to protect Assam's identity and development.

Compensation denial leads to DM house seizure

Congress encouraging infiltrators: PM Modi at a rally in BJP-ruled Assam

Prime Minister Narendra Modi strongly criticized Congress over infiltration from Bangladesh. He stated the party aims to settle infiltrators in A

Misleading propaganda: MEA on 'threat to Dhaka mission' report

Taking strong note of the reports, the ministry said that the mission was never under any security threat and that the police worked efficiently

Anil Kumble flags off mobile wildlife ambulance in Bengaluru

Jee Ram jee, wait continues: With Vikas impacting our lives, we keep longing for Ram Rajya

Citizens yearn for Ram Rajya, a governance ideal of fairness and peace, contrasting with modern 'Vikas' marked by noise, pollution, and disregard

Crime Briefs: Scooterist Injured After Hitting Bus in Kukatpally

A man sustained a fracture after his electric scooter rammed into a stationary bus near the Kukatpally Metro Rail station in the early hours of S

International award given to violin maestro Annavarapu Ramaswamy

Victory of Politics of Good Governance: Shah on Mahayutis Good Show in Maharashtra Local Body Polls

Amit Shah thanked Maharashtra voters for their overwhelming support for the Mahayuti in civic polls.

Book on Harihara Leela Vilasam released in Chennai

Phone-Tapping Case: SIT to Treat Ex-SIB Chief Prabhakar Rao as Common Accused

The SIT led by Hyderabad police commissioner V.C. Sajjanar has grilled Prabhakar Rao 12 times at the Jubilee Hills SIT office since December 12.

No 'sovereign immunity' for negligent Army drivers: HC

20 Flights cancelled at Jammu, Srinagar Airports due to adverse weather

Fresh snowfall marks the start of Chillai-Kalan Heavy snow blocks Mughal Road Dense fog triggers traffic advisory in Jammu Jammu Tawi, Dec 21:Fli

CM Revanth Calls KTR, KCR as Financial Terrorists

The Chief Minister said the Congress government was struggling repay the debts as the previous BRS government had borrowed at a higher interest r

2 more arrested over Hindu man's lynching in Bangladesh; 12 held so far

Two more individuals were apprehended on Sunday regarding the lynching of a Hindu man in Bangladesh. This brings the total number of arrests to t

Concerted efforts must to streamline traffic mgmt.: DGP

Previous govts ruined coop sector, says CM

White House Deputy Press Secretary Called Out For Falsifying Michael Jackson, Diana Ross Photos In Epstein Files

BJPs secret agenda is one nation, one bizman: Akhilesh

5L bond notice to Sumaiya Rana

BJP explores options to block Karnataka's hate speech and hate crimes (Prevention) bill

Both Houses of the legislature passed the Hate Speech and Hate Crimes (Prevention) Bill, 2025, last week and the government is expected to send i

Took up development needs of Puducherry with BJP leadership: Chief Minister

Nabin along with Union Minister for Labour and Sports and BJPs Puducherry election in-charge Mansukh Mandaviya met Mr Rangasamy at his residence

Kerala: Family seeks 25 lakh compensation

The brother of the 31-year-old victim, Ramnarayan Bhayar, told reporters on Sunday that they would not accept the body until their demands are me

Foundation, Police Extend Aid to Adivasis in Nirmal, Adilabad

Medical camp, relief material distributed in interior tribal villages

VB- G RAM G Bill gets Presidents Assent

New law enhances statutory employment guarantee to 125 days; Panchayats to lead the future planning New Delhi, Dec 21: The President of India has

PMKs executive, general council meeting to be held on December 29, says Ramadoss

CISF woman officer saves life of flyer

UBT-MNS seat talks over, announcement soon: Parab

Schools to be closed upto class V