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ED attaches 33.66-crore assets in Birla Emporium-Ira Finance case
The ED probe is based on a First Information Report registered by the police in Manipur, against Yumnam Irabanta Singh, director of Birla Emporium and Ira Finance
Nadia bomb blast victim Tamannas mother hospitalisedin Kolkata after condition deteriorates
Opposition blames government and police for the situation; Trinamool says police taking necessary action
Police act against 130 locals for possessing VPNs on mobile phones in Kashmir
Genuine users were released after detailed device analysis with a strict warning to refrain from VPN usage in the future, the police said
Arunachal celebrates Indias first sunrise of 2026 with Dance of the Dawn
The performance was an artistic narrative through chants, songs, and indigenous rhythms of the Meyor and Mishmi communities, combined with contemporary dance and poetry
City records cleanest air in 8 years: Sirsa
On New Years day, Gupta vows to make Delhi green
Heavy rush at India Gate, traffic snarl as Delhi rings in New Year
People across age groups come out in huge numbers, straining public transportand clogging roads despite heavy policing; high footfall at temples and zoo adds to pressure; Delhi Police officials issue 868 drunk driving challans on New Years eve
Ashes: Usman Khawaja picked as Australia announce squad for Sydney Test against England
In the absence of regular captain Pat Cummins, veteran batter Steve Smith will continue to lead the Australian side
Govt. conducts survey to trace, re-enroll school dropouts
DoE files police complaint over false claims on teachers counting stray dogs
Dope-tainted Reetika dropped; compound archers enter TOPS core group
The list was drastically pruned from 179 to 94 last year, marking the end of the 2024 Paris Olympics cycle. But it has been redrawn to reflect the performances of the past one year
Sabarimala gold theft probe unsatisfactory, says Sunny Joseph
Australia names a spin-heavy squad of 15 players for the T20 World Cup in Sri Lanka and India
Starc has missed just one of the past six ICC's T20 events but retired from the format at the international level late last year
PE-VC firms invested $3,513 million across 61 deals in Tamil Nadu-based companies in 2025
Q4 sees sharp slowdown
First phase of nation-wide tiger estimation exercise to begin next week in the State
Letters to The Editor January 2, 2026
T.N. govt. revises rules on using funds for people hit by mining operations
The rules specify that a minimum of 70% of the District Mineral Trust Fundmust be spent only on directly affected areas, andfor high-priority sectors such as drinking water supply and health care
Let food be thy medicine: on nutrition as component of healing in oncology
Wholesome, nutrient-rich food can both protect from non-communicable diseases such as cancer and also serve as a pillar for recovery from cancer
Shah to take part in Nainar Nagenthrans yatra on January 4
Mob rule: on migrants, rising hate crimes in India
The bogey of infiltration is resulting in hate crimes across India
Mandating student presence, erasing learning
Indian universities must confront a truth that they evade a classroom where attendance is enforced is pedagogically bankrupt
The water divide: On water contamination, piped water supply in India
The quality of piped water supply must be checked at delivery point
Paying Musk, irrational exuberance and inequality
Rising wealth inequality has also led to a weakening of democracy
Kerala HC cites need for unified authority to ensure cleanliness of the Periyar
DMK handled State finances well despite Centres indifference
New year, new challenges for the Men in Blue
India, ahead of the five-match joust against New Zealand beginning later this month, are sitting on an unbeaten streak in T20Is stretching to 15 series; they are unequivocally the No. 1 side in the world and possess an array of riches capable of holding its own in any conditions
Most Bihar Cabinet Ministers are wealthier than CM Nitish Kumar
Mr. Kumars assets are worth 1.66 crore, up 68,455 from last year; his Deputy CMs Samrat Choudhary and V.K. Sinha are significantly wealthier, with assets valued at 6.38 crore and 8.81 crore respectively
Tribal Youth Exchange programme begins at GITAM university
Youth from Jharkhand, Chhattisgarh, and Odisha are participating in the week-long programme
Sangita Kalanidhi award conferred on violinist R.K. Shriramkumar
Music is an unfathomable ocean; continuous practice opens doors for students, says violinist Rajam on the occasion of the Sadas of the Music Academy in Chennai
Test report confirms bacterial contamination in 26 Indore water samples
Official death toll at four, but residents say 14 people have died; 2,800 sick, 272 admitted to hospitals; entire supply line cleaned, leakages repaired, water replaced, says Indore DC; NHRC issues notice to M.P. Chief Secretary
Chennithala announces aid for projects in Chavakkad
Local poll officers will visit marginalised electors to facilitate SIR hearings: WB CEO
Representatives of vulnerable communities had appealed to the Chief Electoral Officer to protect eligible electors unable to find their lineage in the 2002 voter list or provide required documents on account of their marginalised position
Watch: Residents voice anger after water contamination deaths in Indore
CITU conference condemns VB-G RAM G, SHANTI Acts, Labour Codes
VB-G RAM G Act has overturned statutory rights, alongwith imposing financial and administrative burden on the State governments, undermining the federal structure of the Constitution: CITU general secretary
IIA scientists unveil secret behind the dusty veil of T Chamaeleontis star
Man arrested on charge of theft
Mandatory waste management system for bulk generators in Maradu
NHAI to rope in new contractor to resume work on 22-crore vehicular underpass near Arcot town
This comes after the multi-crore project was abandoned by an earlier contractor due to lack of funds. Due to this, the police had allowed traffic on the incomplete elevated corridor above the underpass to decongest the narrow service lane leading to Vellore Town
Second loop of Hebbal flyover inaugurated
All local body elections to be held this year, says DKS
Israel says forces open fire on West Bank stone-throwers, one dead
Palestinian authorities in the West Bank said a 26-year-old man they named as Khattab Al Sarhan was killed and another person wounded
Two students killed in motorcycle crash at Narsingi
Explained: Why are government school teachers protesting in Tamil Nadu
Tamil Nadu government school teachers protest for equal pay, demanding resolution of longstanding pay disparities
Sabarimala gold theft case: Pinarayi denies interference by his office in SIT probe
Chief Minister says it is common knowledge that SIT probe is monitored by High Court, ruling out need for a CBI probe at this stage, adding that UDF conveners allegation against CMO meant to divert attention from the real issue as to how the prime accused in the case gained access to a high-profile leader such as Sonia Gandhi
Waste management a priority, says Maradu municipal chairperson
Yemen separatists say Saudi-backed forces to deploy in seized territories
A surprise offensive by the STC, in which the separatists took control of resource-rich Hadramawt and Mahra provinces last month, has brought the United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia, officially allies in Yemen, to a point of unprecedented tension
Air Marshal Seethepalli Shrinivas assumes charge as AOC-in-C of IAF Training Command
One dead as car driven into sea
Traffic regulations on Thamarassery Ghat Road from January 5
Seven arrested in major drug bust; doctor and BDS student among those held
Two new districts, Polavaram and Markapuram, come into force
The move, effective from December 31, 2025, aims to streamline governance, improve service delivery, and address regional development needs more effectively
Adequate urea available, says Agriculture Secretary
Man loses 72 lakh in fake stock trading and IPO scam
Pedestrian killed in hit-and-run accident on NH-44 near Medchal checkpost
BJP mouthpiece carries IUML organs edit page on New Years day
In a technical mix-up during the printing process, the Kannur-Kasaragod edition of Janmabhumi carried the editorial page of Chandrika daily, which had an article by League State president Syed Sadikali Shihab Thangal. The rare blooper, though jarring for Janmabhumi readers, helped Chandrika connect with a different section of readers
Nothing wrong in allowing women to Sabarimala, says Swami Satchidananda
Four youths killed in two road accidents in capital
Visakha Book Festival shines spotlight on Telugu literature
52 test positive for drug consumption in year-end raid
Three alleged drug peddlers arrested and 250 grams seized
Water level in Periyar dam stands at 131.70 feet
Attukal Pongala works to be expedited
Villupuram police recovered 2-crore worth stolen property in 2025
Two men held for bid to steal from ATM near Katpadi
The arrested were identified as migrant workers from Uttar Pradesh and Delhi
Mindful meals, nature walks and fitness: Visakhapatnams slow living shift
In Visakhapatnam, people are turning to mindful meals, unhurried walks, attentive fitness and immersive travel to reclaim time, presence and community in everyday life
Temples, churches draw large crowds in Tiruchi
Thousands turn up at temples across the city while special mass was held in churches to welcome the new year; revellers ring in the new year by bursting crackers
Startup communities launched in two villages in Kallakurichi district
Charity donations replace New Year gifts at Sri Sathya Sai Collectorate
Novel initiative helps gather donations worth 2.62 lakh, including medical kits for TB patients, competitive examination books and blankets
Woman held for husbands murder; relative, aides secured
Udupi police collect 9.62 lakh in fines during special drive
Out of the 1,199 cases, 803 cases were booked for riding without a helmet, 243 for not wearing seat belts, 103 for drunk driving, 35 for triple riding, and 15 for using mobile phones while driving
Measures to strengthen consumer protection, says CM
New Year celebrations pass off peacefully in Puducherry
NIT-C and JMR Infotech launch AI innovation lab
MP urges NHAI to repair drinking water pipelines damaged during NH 66 widening
The NHAI must repair or relay the pipelines on priority, Udupi-Chikkamagaluru Member of Parliament Kota Srinivas Poojary says
Elaborate arrangements put in place in Tiruvannamalai for Chitra Pournami
The temple will be kept open between 6.11 p.m. on Friday and 4 a.m. on Saturday for the festival. All devotees will be allowed for darshan for free during the festival. There will be a special darshan queue for senior citizens and pregnant women
Intoxicated man ploughs SUV into pedestrians near Mall of Asia, several injured
Training, awareness campaigns mooted as National Road Safety Month begins
Authorities stress on periodic medical check-ups for RTC bus drivers and presentation of awards to those with accident-free records
Watch: Italians dive into Romes freezing Tiber to welcome the New Year
BJP Kisan Morcha to hold roundtable on natural farming on January 3
The meeting aims to create awareness among farmers on all aspects of natural farming, says Kisan Morcha leaderChigurupati Kumara Swamy
Air Marshal Nagesh Kapoor, Lt. Gen. Harpal Singh assume key appointments
Senior officers take charge as Vice Chief of the Air Staff and Director General Border Roads
Sabarimala gold theft: Why was Kadakampally questioned in secrecy, asks Satheesan
Leader of the Opposition alleges political interference in SIT probe; demands High Court scrutiny of officer appointments
DRDO to play key role in Sudarshan Chakra air defence initiative: Rajnath Singh
Under the initiative, the DRDO will equip critical installations across the country with advanced air defence systems for comprehensive aerial protection over the next decade
Death of a 31-year-old migrant worker in a mob attack in Palakkad sparks outrage
Vigilantism raised its ugly head once again at Attapallam, near Walayar, Palakkad, where a Chhattisgarh native was lynched. As the law enforcement agencies are busy booking the suspects in the case, Abdul Latheef Naha assesses the socio-political factors that played into the blood-curdling incident, which shocked the State.
Teaching govt. doctors seek clearance of long-pending dues, write to Chief Secretary
Celebrations mark 208th Bhima Koregaon victory anniversary in Kalaburagi
Leaders of several organisations paid floral tributes to the chief architect of Constitution B.R. Ambedkar at Jagat Circle
Export of technical textiles see a dip in April - October 2025
Tulu play Sathya Muneenda? celebrates 50 years
The play was later published as a book by Karnataka Tulu Sahitya Academy in its 2013 book series
Kannur Corporation rings in New Year with call for unity, civic action
The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants movie review: Soak up the fun
With bright colours, giggles, and furious action, the animated adventure The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants is a happy way to kick off the New Year
Belagavi Police Commissioner visits Hindalga Central Prison
