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U.S. pauses all applications for immigrants from 19 countries: report
The pause applies to people from countries that the administration banned in June from seeking status from U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services
Pakistan to tour Sri Lanks in January for 3 T20Is
Before going for the World Cup, Pakistan will also play a three-match T20I series against Australia at home from January 30
Vacancies in loco pilot posts cause hardship to commuters in Chennai division
The Chennai division of Southern Railway which operates hundreds of suburban, mail and express trains has been mainly facing shortage of loco pilots.
Peru presidential hopeful bloodied but safe after gun attack
Gunmen on a motorbike fired several shots at the SUV the 50-year-old politician, Rafael Belaunde was driving
IOC president calls for end to finger-pointing in doping fight
Kirsty Coventrys comments came nearly 18 months after an internal investigation cleared WADA of pro-China bias
Putin's talks with U.S. envoy Witkoff, Kushner conclude, the Kremin says
The talks on a possible way to end the deadliest European conflict since World War Two stretched for nearly five hours
Fifty years ago | Ford has two-hour talks with Mao
India trashes Pakistan's claim of denial of overflight to send aid to Sri Lanka
The request for overflight clearance for a Pakistani aircraft carrying humanitarian assistance to Sri Lanka was received by the Indian high commission in Islamabad at around 1 p.m. on December 1, Randhir Jaiswal said
A hundred years ago | Nobel Peace Prize not to be awarded this year
People should disclose details as per Census Act: Home Ministry
Minister of State for Home Nityanand Rais reply comes in response to a Trinamool MPs query on disclosure of caste
The government has issued Standard Operating Procedures to curb the circulation of Non-Consensual Intimate Image Abuse. But this is only a starting point
DDA nets 1,494 crore in 20th round of e-auction of plots
Delhi gears up for big-ticket live events
Tackling Keralas mental health challenge
Kerala is one of the States with the highest suicide rates in the country
Pollution protest: Delhi court grants bail to 8 more students
Man charged in National Guard shooting pleads not guilty during court appearance from hospital
Rahmanullah Lakanwal, a 29-year-old Afghan national who was also shot, faces charges stemming from the November 26 shooting that killed Specialist Sarah Beckstrom, 20, and wounded Staff Sgt. Andrew Wolfe, 24
Waiting for her to walk through the door: father of woman pushed into Bangladesh
Senior lawyer N.N. Sugunapalan passes away
Three injured as wall collapses on makeshift eatery in Chennais Dashamakan
Fire and rescue service personnel and Purasawalkam Tahsildar Kuppammal Ramu were at the site soon after the incident
Despite objections, Health department approves 380 posts by surrendering existing posts
Delay in infrastructure projects across railway tracks cause flooding in parts of the city
Ahead of the onset of the Northeast monsoon, residents and councillors raised complaints over the delay in the construction of bridges including Ganesapuram flyover and associated flood mitigation projects such as box culvert across the railway tracks
Sudan's RSF paramilitary says it took control of strategic West Kordofan town
On December 2, the army denied that the RSF had taken the entire town, and accused its rivals of continuing attacks on Babanusa despite RSF commander Mohamed Hamdan Dagalos announcement of a unilateral ceasefire
Letters to The Editor December 3, 2025
Delhi's One-Time Traffic Challan Waiver Plan Hits Legal Roadblock: Official
Delhi drivers are likely to miss a huge opportunity to settle their dues at a reduced rate as the national capital's proposed one-time traffic and transport challan amnesty has hit a legal hurdle
Zero stars: on the Sanchar Saathi app
Mandating Sanchar Saathi app to tackle cybercrime is an overkill
BARC official, channel owner booked for alleged rating forgery
Waste management, canal rejuvenation get priority in LDFs manifesto for Kochi Corporation
Two booked for posting photo of survivor in Mamkoottathil case
The dismal state of Indias environment
There is a deep-seated and continuing disregard for the environment in government policymaking
Experts push for integrative approach to obesity, metabolic disorders at Ayurveda meet
As metabolic diseases surge worldwide, experts called for stronger evidence-based integration of Ayurveda with modern medicine at a two-day international conference on Ayurveda and Integrative Approaches to Obesity and Metabolic Syndrome
We should use the Olympic bid and the Games as a catalyst for developing sport in India: Bindra
The Beijing Games gold medallist dwells on the beneficial fallout of the mega quadrennial extravaganza, the growth and popularity of shooting and chess, handling pressure, self-respect and belief, hard work and parents role in moulding aspiring sportspersons
Speedbreakers ahead: on Indias economic data
The third quarter is unlikely to bring cheer for the economy
A template for security cooperation in the Indian Ocean
There are encouraging signs that member-country engagement is deepening in the Colombo Security Conclave, but challenges remain
Southern States attracting more GCCs : Kearney
Two persons killed in road accident near Ambur on Chennai - Bengaluru Highway
Police said that along with his mother in-law, Divyaman and his wife were on their way to Vellore in their car when Lovely, who was driving the vehicle, reportedly lost control of the vehicle and hit a parked lorry on the stretch.
Public Mass resumes at St. Marys Basilica after long hiatus
BIAC wins sustainable development leadership award
Qatar says hopes to push Hamas, Israel to next talks phase very soon
We think that we should be pushing the parties to stage two very, very soon, Qatar Foreign Ministry spokesperson Majed al-Ansari said.
District Collector orders stringent steps to curb road accidents in Visakhapatnam
He tells officials to replace faulty signals, install solar blinkers and speed breakers, and intensify joint enforcement to improve safety on major roads
Putin accuses European allies of sabotaging peace efforts on Ukraine
Putin accused Europe of amending peace proposals with demands that are absolutely unacceptable to Russia, thus blocking the entire peace process, only to blame Russia for it.
J&K Deputy CM moves Delhi HC for removal of objectionable content against him on social media
Surinder Kumar Choudhary has claimed that there is alleged defamatory content with sexual undertones on several social media platforms, including Facebook and YouTube channels, against him
Junior Hockey World Cup 2025 | Five-star India blanks Switzerland, enters quarterfinals
Awaiting India in the final eight will be a Belgium side that scraped through as one of the best second-placed teams
South Western Railway freight revenue crosses 451 crore
Freight loading growth hits record levels
Madurai witnesses heavy downpour in evening
WHO backs use of GLP-1 drugs for weight loss, along with diet, exercise
WHO guidelines say GLP-1 drugs are effective as long-term treatment for obesity in adults, barring pregnant women, alongside diet, exercise interventions; call for equitable access to reduce global obesity costs
Two more Uttar Pradesh natives held for serial burglaries at TNHB flats in Coimbatore
Railway running staff stage hunger strike seeking redressal of their problems
Sports department flayed for not recognising victory of visually challenged player in CM trophy
Regime change operation claim is not in the chargesheet, Delhi riots accused tell the Supreme Court
The Delhi Polices claim of a coordinated regime change operation behind the February 2020 Delhi riots finds no mention in the chargesheet, even though it was now being projected as a central plank of the prosecutions case, the petitioners said
Woraiyur cotton sari gets GI tag
The sari is produced in Woraiyur, Kottathur, Paithamparai, and other clusters in the vicinity; 86 looms are actively working, producing the saris of 5.5 m in length
Need to mobilise people against neo-fascist moves, says M.A. Baby
The merger of the fascistic political rule with the dominance of the billionaires and exploiters of society could be seen in neo fascism, says CPI(M) general secretary
Watch: Telangana CM Revanth Reddy braces for face-off with Lionel Messi
West Bengal announces compensation linked to SIR-related distress
39 deaths and several illness cases have been reported amid stress surrounding the Special Intensive Revision process, says Mamata Banerjee
Maple Infra Trust acquires 5 Toll Road Highway Assets from Ashoka Concessions
RBI identifies SBI, HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank as Domestic Systemically Important Banks in 2025 list
Watch: Why India is forcing Sanchar Saathi app on new phones? | The Hindu Explains
The Government of India has ordered smartphone makers to pre-install the Sanchar Saathi app on all new phones sold after March 2026 and users wont be able to remove it. In this explainer, we break down what the app actually does, why the DoT says the mandate is needed, the political and privacy concerns, how smartphone brands are reacting, and why this move could redefine user control over personal devices in India.
Watch: Myself and DK Shivakumar are united: Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah
The operation is still underway, says Admiral Dinesh K. Tripathi
India should focus on building national aircraft
Aequs invests 600 crore in consumer electronics plant in Hubballi to manufacture portable computer parts, smart devices and multipurpose wearables
Assam Congress chief seeks PMs intervention in Tezpur University unrest
Gaurav Gogoi flags allegations of mismanagement, administrative lapses and financial irregularities as Central varsity remains shut
Man murders brother for insurance money, lands behind bars with his two accomplices
Karavali Utsav to be extended till last week of February, says Dakshina Kannada Deputy Commissioner
First Vande Mataram, then SIR debate, says Centre, as Opposition continues protests in RS
It may not be appropriate to hold a debate on electoral reforms before a discussion on 150 years of the Vande Mataram, says Kiren Rijiju; RS Chair rejects 20 Opposition notices for discussions under Rule 267
Loco running staff observe 48-hour fast
Virat Kohli to play for Delhi in the Vijay Hazare Trophy
Kohli will be available to play for Delhi in the Vijay Hazare Trophy. He has confirmed his participation, DDCA president Rohan Jaitley toldThe Hindu
Kuki body asks NHRC to reject Manipur govt. action taken reports denying State complicity
In the reports, the Manipur government has said that allegations that the State chooses to support and assist militants/terrorist groups of the dominant community were wrong and misconceived
ED notice in masala bond a result of CPI(M)-BJP nexus, alleges Adoor Prakash
UDF convener says LDF long practised voter fraud and that the Sabarimala gold heist probe being sabotaged
Karnataka Bank ropes in IBM to digitise its infrastructure
Man gets 20 years RI in POSCO case
Suspected extremist gunned down in Assam
Police said Modi Hmar was a member of the Hill Peoples Convention (Democratic), an armed group
Residents stage demonstration seeking basic facilities
NIT-K hosts Coastal Conclave to build integrated hub of R&D, entrepreneurship
SEDL eyes over 800 crore revenue
Man critical after tree branch falls on him in Anna Nagar
He was waiting at a junction on his two-wheeler when the incident occurred
Police exclude Thiruvananthapuram Mayor, MLA from chargesheet in KSRTC spat case
The Mayors brother, Aravind, remains the only accused in the case
Pleas for reservations re-determination for panchayat elections posted before HC division bench
DSEL steps in to prevent stray dog infestation in all educational institutions in Karnataka
Animal activists, however, have expressed strong opposition to the relocation of stray dogs and urged the DSEL to withdraw the circular.
Farmers in Tiruppur seek settlement of pending compensation for livestock lost to dog attacks
New rape allegation against Mamkootathil wrong-foots UDF ahead of local body polls
The petitioner emails KPCC president accusing Mamkootathil of raping her after inviting her to a resort to discuss a prospective marriage
SIR an attempt to deny voting rights, says SDPI
MP flags crisis claiming two lakh kirana stores shut down nation-wide
Kumar Naik welcomes the 30% procurement rule for Single Brand Retail under FDI norms as it strengthens sourcing from MSMEs, local producers
Three arrested for revealing sex of foetus in Salem
What is the Sanchar Saathi app? Why is the government mandating its pre-installation?
The Department of Telecommunications has ordered phone makers to pre-install the Sanchar Saathi app on smartphones by March 2026. The order has raised concerns.
Two Ayyappa devotees from AP died in road accident near Periakulam; two others admitted to hospital
Treat natural rubber as farm product, fix MSP: Dinesh Gundu Rao to Centre

