Osaka opens 'jellyfish season' with stylish win at Australian Open
Unbowed by Osaka's firepower, Ruzic had her own designs on Grand Slam success, and lit up the arena with an array of sparkling winners to force a third set
Amelia Valverde appointed as Indian senior women's football team coach
Valverde, 39, has joined the Indian camp in Antalya where the Blue Tigresses are preparing for the AFC Women's Asian Cup Australia 2026, scheduled for March
Will not bow to ICC pressure on T20 WC participation: Bangladesh government adviser
BCB wants to play each of the four group stage matches in Sri Lanka, where the marquee India-Pakistan clash will also be held as per the mutually agreed arrangement for ICC events until 2027
Fifty years ago | CIA was unable to predict Indian nuclear test
India gifts first tranche of 60 pick-up vehicles to Nepal for March 5 polls
The vehicles and other supplies gifted by India are part of the support requested by the Nepal government
A hundred years ago | New dam on blue Nile
Fathers liver donation gives new lease of life to Uzbek infant
Police book JMI prof. for casteist slurs, staffers assault
MCD to fix 1,000 km of damaged roads to curb dust pollution
Murder witness shootout case: Rachnas daughters fear for lives; police protection to continue
CEO of real estate firm arrested amid outrage over Noida techies drowning
SIT team to submit report within five days; eyewitnesses claim that despite repeated pleas, police and rescue teamsarrived late and failed to act; culture of greed and disrespect towards other living beings being propagated in India: Rahul Gandhi
Ban on entry of trucks lifted as air quality improves marginally in city
Student held for carrying pistol to a Delhi school
Enhancing China-India youth ties
Bilaterally and internationally, mutual understanding and friendly exchanges of the youth play a vital role in the healthy development of ties
Orphaned by floods years ago, two rhinos return to Kaziranga
Chandra and Kamal were hand-raised at the Centre for Wildlife Rehabilitation and Conservation
Indore water contamination deaths: Action without accountability
Transfers and suspensions after public crises point to damage control
Governors address commends Tamil Nadu government, Chief Ministers leadership
The address also lauds the dynamic leadership of the Deputy Chief Minister over the self-help group movement
Delhi man arrested for rash, dangerous driving
Data discrepancies in Lok Bhavan statement on Governors address
Many reasons stated were wrong or the data was cherry-picked
Man gets three life-imprisonment for rape and murder of SC girl in Poonamallee
TN Governor Ravi walks out of House without reading address
PTI Chennai In the fourth such instance, Tamil Nadu Governor RN Ravi on Tuesday walked out of the state assembly without reading his customary address after alleging that the national anthem was insulted, evoking a sharp response from Chief Minister MK Stalin, who dubbed his action as an insult to the House and the people []
T.N. Elders Welfare Association seeks hike in old age pension
Court sentences two men to life imprisonment for murder in 2014
AIIMS surgery department marks 1,000 robotic operations milestone
Registrations open for Republic Day quiz
GambhirandMcCullummight still be undone by the old metric
Its Chagall vs. Opus Dei in Kailashpat Singhania Trophy
Governors address flags grave concern over Centres adverse attitude towards T.N. over fund release
It points to the continued denial of approvals and financial allocations for several essential projects
Congress leader participates in the executive committee meeting of Tamil Nadu Congress Committee to discuss the preparatory work for the election campaign and the public rallies involving party leaders Mallikarjun Kharge, Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi
Augean mess: on the SIR and the genuine voter
The ECI aims to clean the rolls but it is scrubbing off genuine voters
The Donroe doctrine, a broken international order
It is a mixed bag as far as the global outlook for 2026 is concerned, marked by an updated version of the U.S.s shock and awe tactics
The judge said the party to which Mr. Udhayanidhi belongs had repeatedly made statements against Sanatana Dharma, and hence, the overall circumstances leading to the present case ought to be taken into consideration
When a hate speech had been uttered by the Minister, the petitioner opposing the hate speech cannot be considered to have committed a crime, the judge says
ITC Hotels Q3 net profit rises 9.6% to 237 crore
During the quarter under review, ITC Hotel's revenue from operations stood at 1,230.68 crore compared to 1,015.40 crore, a regulatory filing showed
Bridging the Gulf: on India, defence ties with Gulf nations
India must tread cautiously as it negotiates defence ties with Gulf nations
The EV boom is accelerating a copper crunch
With demand threatening to outpace supply, there need to be bold actions in recycling and technological innovation
Balancing act crucial as Manush hopes to raise the bar
The paddler, along with Diya, had a blockbuster 2025 and produced historic performances; maintaining the high standards in four events will not be easy but he is up for the challenge as he eyes Asian Games glory
Australia's Malajczuk smashes fastest century in U19 World Cup history
Malajczuk was the aggressor, making the fastest fifty in U19 World Cup history with a half-century in 23 balls, before breaking the record for the quickest ton, using only 51 balls to get to three figures
Sabarimala case: ED raids 21 locations across 3 states over alleged misappropriation of temple gold
The Enforcement Directorate has searched 21 locations in Kerala, Tamil Nadu, and Karnataka. This action is part of a money laundering investigation. The probe concerns alleged theft of gold and temple assets from the Sabarimala Ayyappa temple. Officials of the Travancore Devaswom Board and private individuals are under scrutiny.
The Supreme Court will review if the Enforcement Directorate has the legal standing to file petitions in high courts. This comes after Kerala and Tamil Nadu governments challenged an order upholding the ED's right. The Kerala High Court had previously stayed a state inquiry into alleged central agency overreach in a gold smuggling case.
From flexible to fearful: women gig workers hemmed in by new rules
The European Parliament is expected to formally suspend on Wednesday, January 21, its work on the trade deal struck with the U.S. last summer in protest over Trumps threats, EU lawmakers said
Rural Indian Children Learn Practical Skills in Science & Tinkering Clubs
A free science and tinkering club in rural schools is empowering children like R Pugazhendhi to learn practical skills such as plumbing and cycle repair. Taught by local mechanics and plumbers, these children are fixing household issues and gaining independence. The initiative aims to make technology accessible and address the lack of basic services in their communities.
Tamil Nadu Debt Sustainability: A Deep Dive into Fiscal Health and Growth
Tamil Nadu's public debt, though substantial, is presented as stable when viewed through debt-to-GDP ratio and fiscal deficit metrics. The state's strong growth rate, driven by investments in education and industrial development, coupled with effective welfare schemes, underpins its financial health and market credibility.
R N Ravi walks out of TN assembly again; Stalin vows to remove governor address
Inspector suspended for negligence in murder probe in Bengaluru
A.P. Commission chief condemns indecent behaviour against women, warns of stern action
Watch: At Davos, Macron takes on Trump, says We prefer respect to bullies
President EmmanuelMacronsaid France preferred respect to bullies and the rule of law to brutality in a speech at the World Economic Forum in Davos on January 20, 2026.
AI must improve lives or risk losing support, warns Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella
Pakistan extends its airspace ban for Indian aircraft till February 24
The current ban, which was set to expire on January 23, has been extended by another month
Industries Minister holds deliberations with industry stakeholders at WEF in Davos
KDRB moves SC against HC annulment of its power of appointment to Guruvayur Devaswom
The KDRB has submitted that its functions were limited to affairs of recruitment and did not intervene in the religious duties concerning temples
Watch: Violence erupts in Assams Kokrajhar, RAF deployed, net curbs imposed
Rapid Action Force personnel have been deployed and mobile data services suspended in Assams Kokrajhar district after violent clashes between two communities left one person dead.
Mobs vandalise BDO offices as violent protests against SIR continue in West Bengal
Protests erupt a day after SC observation that SIR should be transparent, not cause inconvenience; BJP, TMC supporters clash over Form 7 submissions
Governor acted contrary to the Constitution, says Tamil Nadu CM M.K. Stalin
Mens HIL: Toofans storm past HIL GC, move to third spot
Syrian military announces new, four-day ceasefire with Kurdish-led forces
The announcement came after SDF forces earlier Tuesday (January 20, 2026) abandoned their posts guarding a camp housing thousands of people affiliated with the Islamic State militant group
Draft Seeds Bill promotes private monopoly: Kisan Sabha
The priority should have been to ensure affordable quality seeds, and planting material with an emphasis on price control, the Kisan Sabha said
High-level M.P. government panel to probe Indore water tragedy
The committee will conduct a detailed review of the events surrounding contaminated water supply in Indore city, and determine the accountability of staff responsible for the incident
University of Madras preps for 167th convocation amid chaos
Coonoor Municipality Commissioner caught accepting bribe, arrested
Action ordered against police officers in Kerala for filing false report in rape case
Two high courts hear cases against TN Congress MPs election
Vinod Tawde to be BJPs poll in-charge for Kerala, Ram Madhav for Bengaluru civic election
BJP president Nitin Nabin makes his first organisational appointments on the day he took charge as the partys chief; Mr. Tawde has also been given charge of overseeing election of a new mayor for Chandigarh
Man injured in explosion in house
It was no accident, Madurai LIC officer was set afire by colleague
Tiruppur MP demands immediate intervention by Central govt. to address travails of textile sector
Fisheries Ministry to meet envoys to find new seafood export markets
Ambassadors and High Commissioners from about 80 countries to attend a Fisheries Round Table organised by the Ministry
Newly elected BJP chief Nabin to chair first meeting on Wednesday
Newly elected BJP president Nitin Nabin will chair his first office bearers meeting in New Delhi, with state presidents and key leaders attending. The meeting will review organisational strength and strategies for upcoming elections in Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Assam, Kerala and Puducherry
Contest for name, logo for new liquor brand: HC issues notice to govt., Bevco
The Kerala Catholic Bishops Council had criticised the naming contest, describing it as a form of surrogate advertising for liquor and warning that it could send a wrong message to society
Israel orders Gaza families to move in first forced evacuation since ceasefire
Leaflets order immediate evacuation in three languages; first time dropped since October ceasefire, residents and Hamas say
Steroid misuse emerging as major trigger for secondary glaucoma, warn doctors
January is observed as Glaucoma Awareness Month
Forest Range Officer appointed for Kozhikamuthi elephant camp
Serious about dog feeder liability, says SC as animal groups warn of unfortunate outcomes
The three-judge Bench makes the observation after advocate Prashant Bhushan, appearing for an intervener, submits that he was under the impression that the Benchs earlier remark on fixing accountability on dog feeders was made sarcastically and could therefore be misinterpreted
Nagarathar women celebrate Sevvai Pongal at Nattarasankottai
Visakha Utsav from January 24 with Sea to Sky theme
Nine-day tourism festival to span Visakhapatnam, Anakapalli and Alluri Sitharama Raju districts with over 500 events showcasing North Andhra culture and destinations
Saudi Arabias Expertise pledges support for YISUs skill courses
Vice-Chancellor vacancies in Tamil Nadu universities affecting students, says VIT Chancellor
KSRTC commuters to get real-time bus tracking through VTMS soon
The Central Control Station, which will be located at the Mysuru Road Satellite Bus Station in Bengaluru, will function as the nerve centre of the VTMS
The false narratives of the fascist RSS backed forces need to be countered and relentless efforts be made to strengthen independent Left organisations to jointly combat the communal and fascist forces, Mr. Baby said
Neolithic relics found during excavation at Lakkundi
A broken piece of gray clay pot and a stone pedestal with a carving of a Jina are among the finds
Kadapa man gets lifer in POCSO case
FCV tobacco farmers urge Centre to review hike in cigarette tax
The sudden tax shock is likely to contract demand for legal cigarettes, leading to lower auction prices of tobacco, weak buyer participation, unsold stocks and growing distress among farmers, says Federation of All India Farmers Associations
Students and faculty should converse in English on campuses: Minister
United Kingdom citizen booked for immigration fraud at Bengaluru airport
Three men held for attempt to murder online delivery worker in Velachery
The attackers fled the spot immediately after the assault
Ex-CAPF officials file contempt plea against Home Secretary for not implementing Supreme Court order
The top couordered progressive reduction of the IPS deputation in CAPFs up to the level of IGs in the next two years and sought a time-bound review of cadre and service rules in six months
