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Govt. plans Viksit Bharat Shiksha Adhishthan in overhaul of higher education regulatory framework
In Bill to replace UGC, AITC, and NCTE, Education Ministry proposes Regulatory, Accreditation, Standards Councils functioning under one 12-member Viksit Bharat Shiksha Adhishthan Commission; grants-disbursal function of UGC to be ensured by Education Ministry
Krishik Samaj demands upgradation of Bidar Agriculture Diploma College into degree college
Watch: Thailand declares curfew as fighting with Cambodia spreads
SMAT | Ton-up Jaiswal powers Mumbai past Haryana, keeps remote chances alive
Hyderabad makes it two out of two to consolidate top spot; Hemanths hundred helps Andhra eliminate Punjab; Jharkhand edges MP by one run
AIIEA cautions against 100% FDI cap in insurance sector
Watch: Delhi air quality slips into severe category as AQI hits 459
IFFK Experienzia marks 30 years of the festival
The iconic director of Chilean films set around Augusto Pinochet regime speaks on politics and observation in independent cinema at the 30th International Film Festival of Kerala
Directors of private firm booked for 17.5-crore real estate fraud in Bengaluru
La Nia, cold dry air from Siberia and local physics contributed to Karnatakas winter chill
Congress shows total dominance in phase-II Gram Panchayat polls in Telangana
Two arrested in Assam over death of 21 workers in Arunachal
Rescue teams have recovered 20 bodies from a 200-metre gorge near Chaglagam in Arunachal Pradeshs Anjaw district, while two persons were arrested for illegally supplying labour to the State
Seminar highlights youths crucial role in nation building
Two killed in road accident near Sethubavachatram
National Wrestling | ValiantLalitsubdues Mores challenge to retain his crown
PGRS cancelled in NTR district on December 15
Jnanpith awardee Damodar Mauzo says it is important to keep writing to showcase the lacunae in the society and to record our difference with the majority and then only an awakening was possible
City police arrest 3 persons accused of supplying drugs to peddlers in Mangaluru
Efftronics poised to tap emerging opportunities in diverse fields
Formed on December 15, 1985, ESPL is today the largest provider of data logger systems and Internet of Things (IoT)-based solutions to the Railways, and has up to 70 products in other fields
Three arrested, booty worth 4 lakh seized
CPI(M) urges police to desist from converting Avinashi Road into a one-way thoroughfare
Bharath asks party leaders to identify, resolve peoples problems
Inflammatory post about Hindus, Bajpe police arrest accused
MGU to hold Scaria Zacharia memorial lecture on December 15
LDF will examine whether campaigns on expanded social security net and achievements in infrastructure development crowded out ruling front conversations about voter-relevant local issues, pivotal to the local body polls
Chief Minister, Deputy Chief Minister flag poll irregularities in Delhi rally
Watch: Two killed, nine injured in shooting at Brown University campus
Two people were killed and nine others were injured in a shooting at Brown University in Providence, Rhode Island, during final exams.
Watching the growth of the 200m as a competition has been heartening:Lyles
Bondi Beach shooting: Bystander who tackled armed man hailed as hero
The video then shows the man in a dark shirt losing his footing, backing away towards a bridge where another shooter was located, while the bystander places the gun down on the ground
HRF warns, Vizag air is a 'slow and silent poison'
Truck carrying waste meat and vegetables from hotels in Kerala seized in Theni district
Sharnbasva University confers honorary doctorates on three eminent personalities
Deadline for completing new integrated terminal at Vijayawada airport pushed to March 31
Commissioning of the new terminal is likely to take two more months; currently, over 80% of the terminal has been completed, including glass work, interiors, flooring and baggage strip
Cold spell continues in Mysuru-Hassan belt
LDF candidate draws blank in Pattambi
Vizag steels latest tenders raise fears among workforce
The 132-crore bids for the Operations & Maintenance works of Steel Melting Shop-1 and showing a loss of 284 crore in November 2025 point to an ulterior motive, alleges Visakha Ukku Parirakshana Porata Committee convener Ayodhya Ramu
Equipment for differently abled persons distributed
Smart meters only for new connections, MESCOM
Marrigunta NH junction renamed as Vajpayee Circle
Uttarakhand CM unveils a bronze statue of former Prime Minister at the junction
Recovery and reconstruction in Gaza not going to be easy: Palestinian Ambassador
Top officials shifted after Bilaspur accident report
Investigation revealed that the loco pilot was unfit to run the train
Bird enthusiasts defer surmising cause for dwindling populations of migratory winged visitors
Integrated rice farming cuts emissions, lifts yields, shows a study by rice research institute
The study, conducted during 202223 and 202324 samba seasons, showed that the new method reduced methane emission by 34.2% and oxide emission by 24.9%
Stop attacks on BRS workers or face retaliation: KTR to Congress
He along with party leaders visit the bereaved family of party worker who was killed in an attack allegedly by Congressmen recently
Corporators switch loyalties ahead of Nellore mayoral election
Biggest jolt for YSRCP came on Sunday, when partys city president Bobbala Srinivas Yadav, who was also its floor leader in the NMC, joined TDP in the presence of MLA Sridhar Reddy
LDF loser joins BJP friends victory dance
UDFs victory in Erumely refuses to translate to power
The post of panchayat president has been reserved for a SC member, and no one from UDFs elected panel is from the community. However, both LDF and NDA have one SC member, making them eligible to claim the post
SQUASH WORLD CUP | India win its maiden title, defeating Hong Kong
Backed by vociferous support, the host produces a clinical and commanding display to overwhelm the top seed
Inter-IIT sports meet kicks off at IIT-Hyderabad
Weeklong event witnessing the participation of about 2,500 students from the 23 IITs in various sporting disciplines
Chess | Nandhidhaasaim is to be more consistent and improve her rating
Fire breaks out in shopping complex in Gudivada town
Operation LUNGS 2.0: GVMC clears 655 encroachments over the weekend
Kerala Congress (M) alleges misinformation campaign over poor electoral performance
The party had rather fared well at the just-concluded local body polls, retaining 10 of 11 sitting seats in Pala municipality, it says
Labour courts in limbo as new labour codes yet to be brought into force
Labour lawyers and activists say the absence of clear directions on the repeal of older labour laws has left adjudicatory bodies unsure of their authority
Kavyascripts a win in Indian 1000 Guineas
Messi, Tendulkar come together as Wankhede adds another glorious chapter
On his third stop during his four-city GOAT India tour, Messi spent exactly one hour at the Wankhede, engaging with young football players, cricket icon Tendulkar, Indian football legend Sunil Chhetri
Railways to install fence and construct boundary walls on Tiruchi-Dindigul BG section
Move comes amid rising number of death of several head of cattle on the busy line and to prevent such incidents as part of the move to enhance railway safety
Technology unlocking new opportunities, continuity of policies key to Keralas transformation: CM
CM says Kerala is now fully connected through optical fibre and provides high quality talent, and which together provides the most ideal destination for investment and innovation
Major yard improvement works at Thoothukudi and Milavittan from Monday
Watch: The Core Problem With Metro In Dino | Frequently Made Mistakes 12
In Episode 12 of Frequently Made Mistakes Sudhish Kamath breaks down one of the most common storytelling problems in modern cinema overstuffing vs understaffing. Using Metro In Dino as a case study this episode explores what happens when films juggle too many characters themes and subplots without enough narrative oxygen. We look at narrative load dramatic weight distribution and thematic density and why balance matters more than ambition.
40 commuters injured after omni bus hits central median and topples near Thovalai
Multi-layered security at Arun Jaitley Stadium ahead of footballer Messi's visit
On the traffic front, Deputy Commissioner of Police (Traffic) Nishant Gupta said the traffic police have identified three main parking areas for labelled vehicles, including P1 near Vikram Nagar.
MMHRC organises mini-marathon for women
Udupi needs a modern cricket stadium capable of hosting major major matches
Man hacked to death in Sivakasi
NEP-2020 key to achieve Viksit Bharat and Swarna Andhra, says ABRSM member
IND vs SA 3rd T20I: India opt to bowl; Bumrah, Axar miss out
The five-match series is now locked 1-1.
Shirur Mutt conducts Dhaanya Muhurta ahead of its Seer ascending the Paryaya Peetha
10,700 cases settled at Lok Adalat in undivided West Godavari District
Woman dies after being hit by express train near Ghatkesar
Admirals Cup Sailing Regatta 2025 concludes at INA
Budget 2026-27: CII pitches reforms to spur investment-led growth
Industry body seeks higher public capex, incentives for private investment, and measures to attract global capital
Bengaluru races for December 19 cancelled
Elderly man, grandson drown in the Cauvery near Thiruvaiyaru
New Uttar Pradesh BJP chief has internal and external challenges before next Assembly battle
Pankaj Chaudharys affable persona, OBC identity, Poorvanchali location, and general acceptability to both party workers and Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath are expected to address several challenges within the partys State unit
Three Karnataka men arrested for murder in Sathya Sai district
According to the police, the accused allegedly killed a 44-year-old man following a long-standing land dispute and personal grudge stemming from an earlier humiliation
Two CRPF jawans injured in IEDs blast in Saranda forest
The IEDs were suspected to have been planted by Maoists
MP Priyanka Jarkiholi to take 15 meritorious girl students with her to watch Parliament session
Thanks to the initiative taken by MP of Chikkodi Priyanka Jarkiholi, fifteen meritorious girl students from various colleges in Chikkodi Educational District will fly with her to New Delhi to watch the parliament in session
Over 800 booked for drunk driving in Cyberabad and Hyderabad weekend drives
Vijayawada MP sends 45 SHG women to NIRD-Hyderabad for skill trainning
The programme, jointly organised by the Kesineni Foundation and NIRD, aims to promote sustainable self-employment opportunities for women, participants will receive hands-on training in natural farming, vermicompost production, and honey processing
Usilampatti farmers demand steady release of water to 58-canal scheme
Despite the recent rainfall and release from Vaigai dam, most tanks under 58-canal scheme remain dry, forcing farmers to shift to other States for work.
Andhra Pradesh receives National Energy Conservation Award from President Droupadi Murmu
The State has been adjudged the best performer in Group II for its sustained commitment to energy conservation, climate action, and institutional excellence
38th Hyderabad Book Fair from December 19 to 29
The event will feature 365 stalls and a range of literary and cultural programmes aimed at reinforcing the social importance of reading
Lost backpack with three laptops recovered within hours at Hyderabad airport

