Rupee hits record low of 91.99 against U.S. dollar in intraday trade
Forex traders said the intervention from the Reserve Bank of India is helping smooth volatility to some extent, but is not reversing the overall negative trend for the domestic unit
Republic Day fruit and flower show at Udupi from January 26
About 7,000 plants of 26 species of flowers, including petunia, celosia, salvia, chrysanthemum, marigold, zinnia, China aster, balsam, torenia, rose, tecoma, hibiscus, pansy, and impatiens, will be displayed
Karsh Kale returns with Dust after nine years
The multi-genre musician will unveil his new album at the Lollapalooza Mumbai, featuring collaborations with several artistes and a heartfelt tribute to Ustad Zakir Hussain.
China dismisses UN experts forced labour concerns as groundless
UN special rapporteurs and other experts said on January 23, 2026 there were persistent allegations of State-imposed forced labour affecting ethnic minorities within the far-western Xinjiang region and other parts of China
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Canara HSBC Life Insurance Delivers Robust 9M FY26 Results
Spain will not join Trumps Board of Peace, says PM Pedro Sanchez
Pedro Sanchez cited consistency with Madrids commitment to international law, the U.N. and multilateralism as the main reasons it was declining to participate
Chhattisgarh factory blast: Kiln sealed at steel plant after probe finds safety lapses
Workers were charred to death in the blast that occurred at Real Ispat and Power Ltd, in Bakulahi village on January 22, 2026 morning
Fujii Kazes India connection ahead of Lollapalooza 2026: India is my spiritual hometown
Before taking the Lollapalooza stage in Mumbai this weekend, J-pop artist Fujii Kaze traces a personal arc getting The Beatles treatment in Uttarakhand, reciting bhajans and mantras with family, and a musical career built on inward growth
Motorola Signature Review | Crafted features ensure long-lasting impression
Motorola Signature was thoughtfully created to offer an elevated smartphone experience that goes beyond just a basic device
Calum Scott on his new album Avenoir, his concerts in India and more
In India to perform in Delhi and at Lollapalooza Mumbai, English singer-songwriter Calum Scott reflects on exploring different genres for Avenoir, preparing for an extensive world tour, and being excited for the new Harry Styles album
Large network of warehouses across the country coupled with rail and road transport network helps CWC be one-stop supply chain provider
Three to four people dying in West Bengal every day due to SIR anxiety: Mamata
More than 110 people have already died; every day, three to four people are taking their own lives out of SIR anxiety, says West Bengal CM
Delhi High Court sets aside bail granted to accused in Turkman Gate violence case
The case pertains to violence during an anti-encroachment drive near the mosque in the Ramlila Maidan area on the intervening night of January 6 and 7
Durbar by Godawan Estuary Water Marked a Powerful Second Edition in Khetri, Rajasthan
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Red Lorry Film Festival to return with the 3rd edition in March
Over 120 titles will be screened during its three-day run, including the India premiere of Bradley Coopers directorial Is This Thing On?
Organised communities to be roped in for Hyderabad water management and flood control
Bombay HC grants bail to two activists in Elgar Parishad case
The duo is accused of being active members of the banned CPI (Maoist) group
Casemiro to leave Manchester United after 2025-26 season
The Brazilian arrived at Old Trafford in August 2022 from Real Madrid for a fee of around $80.90 million
Ajith Kumars blockbuster Mankatha re-releases in theatres to roaring fanfare
Mankatha, which completes 15 years in 2026, is widely considered one of the best films of Ajith
25 EV charging stations at RTC bus depots across Hyderabad
Seven Indian fishermen arrested by Sri Lankan Navy for alleged poaching
The fishermen were arrested, and their two trawlers seized on January 20 off Kovilan, in the northern Jaffna peninsula, says the Navy
Mumbais woman mayorship: Lottery system and controversy explained
Shiv Sena (UBT) objected to the placement of Mumbai in the open women category instead of the OBC, as the citys last mayor was from the same category
Delhi rain: First spell of the year delays Republic Day parade rehearsal at Kartavya Path
Barricades, checkpoints and deployment plans remained unchanged as personnel stood alert
Chinese Coast Guard says 8 missing and 13 rescued after boat capsizes near disputed shoal
The boat capsized some 101 kilometers northwest of Scarborough Shoal, one of the most disputed shoals in the South China Sea
Mammootty, Adoor Gopalakrishnan reunite for Padayaatra; film goes on floors
The films the fourth collaboration between the two after 1987s Anantaram, 1990s Mathilukal, and 1993s Vidheyan
Government approves wage revision of PSU general insurers, NABARD, RBI employees, pensioners
A total of 46,322 employees, 23,570 pensioners and 23,260 family pensioners will benefit from the wage revision, the Finance Ministry said
Former Kerala BJP chief K. Surendran acquitted in 2016 case over alleged threat to police officer
Malaysia lifts block on Grok AI after X implements safety measures
Malaysia has restored access to Grok for its users after social media platform X implemented additional safety measures, its communications regulator said
Chennai students break Guinness World Record with 4,008-strong ice creamlicking chain
Students from eight Chennai schools came together on January 21 to break a 15-year-old Guinness World Record, forming the worlds longest chain of people licking ice cream at event. They were rewarded with more icecream.
Amazon plans thousands more corporate job cuts next week, say sources
Amazon is planning a second round of job cuts next week, according to two sources
KTR appears before SIT in phone-tapping probe
The product has received approval from the DCGI following a review of a Phase III clinical trial conducted in India
PM Modi flags off four new trains in Kerala, launches SVANidhi Credit Card
As part of efforts to strengthen urban livelihood, PM SVANidhi Credit Card marks the next phase of financial inclusion for street vendors. Three Amrit Bharat trains among the new rail services launched
China's Xi urges Brazil's Lula to jointly protect Global South interests
A 2024 strategic partnership to align China's Belt and Road Initiative with Brazil's plans to boost farming, infrastructure, and the energy transition exemplifies solidarity and cooperation among Global South countries, says Chinas President
Never indulged in illegal activities in 10-years of BRS rule, says KTR
The BRS working president says he never resorted to any illegal, immoral activity incl. phone-tapping
PM is India's greatest distorian: Congress recalls Vande Mataram row
Jairam Ramesh also alleged that the PM is systematically demolishing Mahatma Gandhi's memory and legacy, with the latest instance being the repeal of MGNREGA
Surging memory chip prices dim outlook for consumer electronics makers
Apple and Dell face a tough choice: take on the costs and sacrifice margins or pass them onto consumers at the risk of stifling demand
What are the 33 questions in the first phase of Census 2027?
Census 2027 will also capture caste data electronically in the population enumeration phase, the government had said earlier.
Microsoft 365 down for thousands of users, Downdetector shows
Microsofts suite of productivity software was down for thousands of users on Thursday
Karachi shopping mall fire: Death toll rises to 67, say officials
Police surgeon Dr. Summaiya Syed said rescue teams were still searching the severely damaged Gul Plaza in the Karachi, where the blaze erupted
Goa nightclub fire: ED conducts raids against Luthra brothers
The ED aims to probe the money-laundering angle linked to the illegal functioning of the club and the role of its promoters
Australia Open 2026: Carlos Alcaraz celebrates 100th Slam match with easy win
The 22-year-old six-time major winner was at a different level on Rod Laver Arena to book his passage 6-2, 6-4, 6-1 in 2hrs 5mins
Two Himanshu Bhau gang members held after encounter in Delhi
When the police team attempted to stop the vehicle, Vicky opened fire at the personnel, prompting retaliatory action in which he sustained a bullet injury to his left leg, says a senior police officer
PM Modi arrives in Kerala capital, holds roadshow
This is Prime Ministers first visit to State capital after BJP captured power in Thiruvananthapuram Corporation in recent local body elections
BIFFes 2026 to offer eclectic line-up of films, master classes and workshops
The 17th edition of BIFFes, to be held from January 29 to February 6, presents a global selection of films alongside master classes and workshops
Malaria: is Asia-Pacific on target towards elimination by 2030?
While the Asia-Pacificregionhas made tremendous progress over the past two decades, it is not entirely on track to meet the 2030 malaria elimination target. Two significant challenges remain: securing sustainable long-term financing and ensuring last-mile execution in high-burden countries, say experts
Kolkata Literary Meet: Barbara Kingsolver, Jhumpa Lahiri open with tribute to Mahasweta Devi
Banu Mushtaqs opening address stresses on the power of reading in fractured times
U.S. completes withdrawal from World Health Organization
The U.S. has finalized its withdrawal from the World Health Organization
Hoax bomb threat emails sent to private schools in Noida, security checks underway
Senior officers, personnel from various police stations, bomb disposal squads, fire services, dog squads and Bomb Detection and Disposal Squad (BDDS) teams were rushed to the affected schools
The HC has given liberty to the State Government to impose additional conditions for licence under the present rules for transport technology aggregators
Inside the world of Bingo Circus in Visakhapatnam
Old-style tented Bingo Circus brings live performances and travelling traditions to Visakhapatnam
Iran protests: Death toll reportedly at 5,002 as Trump says U.S. 'armada' approaching
The new toll comes as tensions remain high over the U.S. President laying down two red lines over the protests the killing of peaceful demonstrators and Tehran conducting mass executions
Japans Takaichi dissolves parliament after only 3 months in office, setting up snap election
Elected in October as Japan's first female leader, Ms. Takaichi has been in office only three months, but she has seen strong approval ratings of about 70%
Subhash Chandra Bose Aapda Prabandhan Puraskar is to recognise and honour invaluable contribution and selfless service rendered by individuals and organisations in the field of disaster management
Basant Panchami puja begins at Bhojshala site amid tight security in M.P.s Dhar
As many as 8,000 security personnel, including district police, Rapid Action Force, CRPF, MP Armed Force, SRPF and women police units, have been deployed around the site
ISKCON festival in Belagavi on January 24-25
Bhajans, kirtans, aarti will be held on both days
Fresh snowfall in Jammus higher reaches; rains bring relief from long dry spell in plains
The Mata Vaishno Devi shrine atop the Trikuta hills also witnessed the first snowfall of the season, forcing the authorities to suspend the yatra
Watch: Donald Trump sues JPMorgan for $5 billion over de-banking claims
U.S. President Donald Trump has launched a massive $5 billion lawsuit against JPMorgan Chase and CEO Jamie Dimon, alleging the bank de-banked him for political reasons shortly after he left office in 2021.
Spotify launches AI-driven 'prompted playlist' for premium users in US, Canada
The expansion is the latest in a series of AI-powered updates on the Swedish streaming platform as it looks to attract more users to its subscription plans from the free tier
Nine fall ill due to water contamination in Madhya Pradeshs Mhow
Cases of water-borne diseases were reported from the Patti Bazaar and Chander Marg areas on Thursday (January 22, 2026) night, officials said
Rupee rises 17 paise to 91.41 against U.S. dollar in early trade
Forex traders said U.S. President Donald Trump's softer rhetoric reduced near-term geopolitical anxiety
Cheekatilo movie review: Sobhita Dhulipala anchors a crime drama that occasionally thrills
Sharan Kopishettys Telugu film works more as a compelling social commentary than an edge-of-the-seat whodunnit
TikTok establishes joint venture to end US ban threat
TikTok announced it has established a majority American-owned joint venture to operate its US business
Light rains, thunderstorm across parts of Delhi; rain likely in Punjab and Haryana
IMD has predicted thunderstorms accompanied by rain over Delhi and adjoining regions for the day due to an ongoing western disturbance
World Economic Forum 2026 LIVE: African President pitches business deals to Trumps son Eric
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy, in his speech at the World Economic Forum said the first trilateral meeting between the U.S., Ukraine and Russia would take place on Friday (January 23) and Saturday (January 24)
U.S. Vice-President JD Vance met with Minneapolis leaders and said he heard the terrible story but later learnt the boy was only detained, not arrested
Fadnavis refutes allegations of domestic MoUs being signed at Davos
Circular economy for Mumbai, Indias first Innovation city in the State, were some of the key announcements
Seemingly down and out at 4-0 in the second set, the world number 55 broke Sabalenka three times and nudged ahead to 6-5, forcing the Belarusian into a surprising scrap to the finish
Koel was determined to stop her baby sister from whimpering and crying in her sleep. To do that, she had to step into a dream.
Elon Musk makes Davos debut with promise of robots for all
Elon Musk sees his humanoid robots hitting the market next year, one of several optimistic forecasts by the US tech mogul
Donald Trump revokes Canadas invitation to join Board of Peace
Last week, the Canadian Prime Ministers office said Carney had been invited to serve on the board and planned to accept
John Berger never stopped experimenting with form and voice
In the centenary year of the great English art critic and writer, a look at a career spent insisting that changing our perspectives could change the world; Bergers influential books, including the acclaimed Ways of Seeing, are about history, people, and revealing the illusion of objectivity
Annas Archive claims it never dealt with Nvidia directly
Annas Archive, a search engine for multiple illegal shadow libraries, stated in a Reddit post that it had never dealt with Nvidia directly
Science quiz: on palaeoclimatology
IndiGo Delhi-Pune flight gets bomb threat; nothing suspicious found after thorough checks
Following the assessment, the aircraft was thoroughly checked by the Bomb Detection and Disposal Squad, the official said, adding no suspicious or adverse findings were detected
Here is a select list of stories to start the day
Citizens of the world | Review of Soul Climateby Inez Baranay
Connecting history with fiction, the author seeks to create a dialogic space for discovering like-mindedness
Column | Top books to read this month: January 2026
Unravelling secrets, hidden threats and slow tension these novels are all about the thrill of the chase
Republic Day 2026 | 6 books to read on the Indian Constitution
The Constitution emerged through negotiation, participation, and collective imagination; we feature a selection of books which urge citizens to keep that spirit alive
Myth and reality | Review of literary magazine Granta on India
The magazine is a reflection of the country itself, simultaneously confident and uncertain of its place in the world
Liverpool cruise as Bayern reach Champions League last 16
Bayern joined table-toppers Arsenal in guaranteeing a top-eight finish with a game to spare, and therefore a last-16 spot, as they saw off the Belgian champions at the Allianz Arena
Seven-tier security, traffic diversions to be in place today for PM Modis meeting in Chennai
Government buses, light motor vehicles, heavy vehicles to be diverted to alternate roads between Chennai - Tindivanam
Basant Panchami: Key to learning
Tambaram railway station to get new foot overbridge by March
The FOB is being built at a cost of 24 crore. It would have nine lifts and 10 escalators. It aims to enable quick access from both sides of the station
Putin meets three U.S. envoys for late-night talks on Ukraine
Mr. Putin greeted the Americans shortly before midnight in Moscow after Mr. Trump said a deal was easonably close and Mr. Witkoff said negotiations had come down to one last issue
Uttarakhand Congress MLA's son staged own attack; absconds after revelation
Three masked assailants on a two-wheeler allegedly attacked Mr. Raj with sticks and rods, seriously injuring him. He was admitted to the ICU for several hours
Danish PM backs NATO 'permanent presence' around Greenland
Ms. Frederiksen said discussions about Denmark's sovereignty were off the table. It cannot be changed, she said
Fifty years ago | Centre studying take-over of foreign drug firms
