Watch: Republic Day: Delhi on high alert with AI, snipers, 30,000 police
Family, disciples of late folk dancer Vishwa Bandhu happy with his selection for Padma Shri
Bandhu is one of the three persons from Bihar whose names have been announced by the Central government for the Padma Awards
Delhi court rejects bail plea of Army officer arrested by CBI in corruption case
Special Judge Gagandeep Singh was hearing the bail plea of Lt. Col. Deepak Kumar Sharma, who was arrested by the CBI for allegedly taking a bribe of 3 lakh from a Dubai-based company
Tata Steel Masters: Gukesh slumps to another defeat against Giri
On what turned out to be a tough day for Indians, Arjun Erigaisi found himself on the receiving end against Yagiz Kaan Erdogmus of Turkiye who played a remarkable game to beat the world No. 5 and the top seeded
Canada has no plans to pursue FTA with China as Trump threatens tariffs, says Mark Carney
The Canadian PM was responding to U.S. President Donald Trumps threat to impose 100% tariff on goods imported if Canada went ahead with trade deal with Beijing
Republican calls grow for deeper investigation into fatal Minneapolis shooting
House Homeland Security Committee Chairman Andrew Garbarino sought testimony from leaders at Immigration and Customs Enforcement, Customs and Border Protection and U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, saying my top priority remains keeping Americans safe
Know your English | Did you bet on the wrong horse?
Australian Open 2026: Defending champion Madison Keys knocked out by Jessica Pegula
Pegula reached the U.S. Open final in 2024 but lost to Aryna Sabalenka. It will be her fourth appearance in the quarterfinals in Australia
Keeping your spine healthy with small, everyday changes
The World Health Organization lists non-specific low-back pain as the leading cause of disability, outranking malaria, diabetes, and depression.Yet, unlike many diseases, most back pain is not an inevitable sentence; it is a predictable consequence of how we sit, stand, lift, and ride.That means the power to change the story is already in our daily choices
9,550 kg of explosives seized in Rajasthan, man arrested; Central agencies likely to get involved
Besides ammonium nitrate, police also seized a large quantity of explosive accessories, including nine cartons of detonators, 12 cartons and 15 bundles of blue fuse wire, and 12 cartons and five bundles of red fuse wire, officials said
Here is a select list of stories to start the day
Hinterland's 'unsung heroes' on Padma rolls
The government recognized 84 districts, including ten new ones, for Padma awards, highlighting hinterland talents. Notable recipients include folk musician Taga Ram Bheel and environmentalist Hally War. Maharashtra leads with 15 awardees, followed by Tamil Nadu and West Bengal. The selection process involved over 39,000 nominations, emphasizing diverse representation.
Iran unveils mural warning of retaliation if U.S. conducts a military strike
Tension between the U.S. and Iran has spiked in the wake of a brutal crackdown on nationwide protests that saw thousands of people killed and tens of thousands arrested
At least 25 killed in attack by Islamic State-backed group in eastern Congo
A militant group linked to the Islamic State has attacked eastern Congo, killing at least 25 people
Trump, unbowed by backlash to Minneapolis shooting, blames Democrats for chaos
Mr. Trump said that Democrats had encouraged people to obstruct law enforcement operations; he also called on Minnesota officials to work with immigration officers and turn over people who were in the U.S. illegally
A useful cover with hidden flaws
Real advantages such as reduced waiting periods aside, group policies exist only because your bank or retirees association has chosen to tie up with an insurer
77th Republic Day 2026 LIVE: India to display military might, growth story at Republic Day parade
Security has been tightened along the India-Nepal border following specific intelligence received by the Sashastra Seema Bal regarding possible activities by 'anti-national elements' on Republic Day
Under-estimated risks in retirement planning
Retirees should have something in liquid funds or bank deposits in the initial years to address sequence risk; senior citizens should have some equity in the portfolio, relatively on the lower side
Chennai weather forecast: Moderate rainy, high humidity; AQI remains moderate
Chennai braces for a wet Monday, January 26, 2026, with moderate rain and high humidity expected. Temperatures will hover around 25C, feeling warmer due to moisture. Yesterday's moderate air quality may still affect sensitive individuals. Residents are advised to carry umbrellas and consider masks. The week ahead promises sunshine and clearer skies.
Ferry carrying more than 350 people sinks in southern Philippines and rescuers have saved 215
Search and rescue efforts were being done in good weather off Basilan province by the Philippine coast guard and navy, along with a fleet of fishing boats
Testing of digital boards displaying details of bus services completed at 18 locations
The MTC plans to install the boards at 616 locations including 500 bus stops, and 71 main terminals.
16th National Voters Day celebrated at Ripon Buildings
Certificates of appreciation and shields were presented to students who won competitions
Next generation should protect Tamil culture, learn traditional music, dance, says Muruganandam
Veerappan hunter, Tamil writer awarded Padma
Stop attacking Vijay & TVK, Seeman tells his cadres
This will be DMKs last election: EPS
Chennai-Bluru double decker express to halt at Tiruvallur
Experts highlight evolving career pathways in biotechnology
Careers in biotechnology are shaped by human-centric innovation, sustainability, and interdisciplinary skills, say speakers at webinar on Careers in Biotechnology: What you need to know
2026 poll an Aryan-Dravidian battle; TN wont be cowed down by CBI, ED
Councillors to stage stir demanding steps to decongest Vyttila Junction
Fresh encounter breaks out between security forces, terrorists in Jammu and Kashmirs Kishtwar
Security forces returned fire, and an intermittent exchange of gunfire was reported as the situation developed, officials said
A hundred years ago | Forestry training in India
HP launches HyperX Omen 15 gaming laptop series in India
Shibu Soren is and will forever remain 'Bharat Ratna': Jharkhand CM on Padma Bhushan to father
A statement from the Jharkhand Mukti Morcha said Shibu Soren should have been conferred with Bharat Ratna, and not Padma Bhushan, and said the demand for Bharat Ratna for him would continue to be raised
Sections of East Coast Road from Akkarai to Mamallapuram to be relaid by TNRDC
Chief Minister to inaugurate 88 houses for Sri Lankan Tamils in Tirupattur next week
Mathematics competition for school students held at VIT in Vellore
Minister lays foundation for bypass in Tiruvallur town
33 police personnel, including five women, to receive gallantry, service medals today
Work to construct FOB at Velachery begins
VCK will stick to 14-year-old decision with respect to PMK
Frequent switches to online, hybrid modes hit children with special needs the hardest
Over 3,000 police personnel deployed for Republic Day celebrations in Vellore, nearby districts
Plans afoot to make Delhi Indias economic hub: CM
Gupta lays out vision for developed Delhi at R-Day event; says there will be no shortage of fundsto fast-track infrastructure projects; presents govt.s 11-month report card and highlights top priorities
Padma award catches fleet-footed Silambam exponent in Puducherry off guard
Two from the State chosen for Padma Bhushan, 11 to receive Padma Shri
Neo-colonial shadows: on Trump, Greenland and his Davos talk
Donald Trump is driving U.S. allies towards China with his antics
Symbols of local heritage missing in Puducherry Republic Day tableaux, says DMK leader
The Donroe Doctrine, Venezuelas fragile pragmatism
Venezuela is now a subordinate partner to the U.S., and the pointer is that the Global South needs to act in concert
Facing opposition from VCK and outwitted by his son, Ramadoss runs out of electoral options
Bigger schools, better futures
The road to universal, high-quality school education runs through integrated schools
Assets worth over 30 crore seized in codeine cough syrup case
A notice of attachment has been posted on their house located in Kayastha Tola, Prahlad Ghat
Killer agents: on immigration enforcement, Minnesota shootings
Federal-State relations have reached breaking point in Minnesota
UTF calls for strengthening government schools through increased enrolment
Action against BJP over PM flex boards routine, says mayor
He said the measures were taken in accordance with strict directions issued by the Kerala High Court against the installation of illegal hoardings and flex boards in public places
Russia captures another village in northeastern Ukraine, Defence Ministry says
Ukraines DeepState military blog, which uses open-source reports to track the positions of both armies, made no mention of the village in a report on January 23, but said Russian forces are continuing their pressure in the Vovchansk area.
Witnessing the Gaza tragedy: Dr. Santhosh Kumars lens captures the human cost of genocide
The Last Sky, a photo exhibition that opened at the Fine Arts College Gallery, Palayam is open to public daily from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. till January 31. Entry is free.
BSNL satellite phones fail deep sea fishermen
PGRS cancelled in Vijayawada due to Republic Day celebrations
Man steals auto, plies it daily for liquor money
Five held on charge of dacoity
Deworming tablets to be distributed to more than one crore children on February 17
Children and adolescents aged between 1 and 19 will be provided albendazole tablets free of cost, says official
Ninth edition of Kerala Literature Festival concludes
APCC seeks recovery of 250 crore from former TTD officials in ghee adulteration case
Krishna University to host national netball tourney for women from February 14-18
Meat shops, slaughterhouses in Vizag to remain closed for Republic Day
Relentless Saina pushes limits, shows the way for Gen Next
The badminton ace bows out of the international aren aon her own terms after a storied career, whose seeds were sown at the Philippines Open in 2006; the 2012 London Olympics bronze medallist held the door open long enough for others to walk in
Road crashes claim lives of three men in Tiruvallur district
Man killed in fight over sex worker near Ennore beach
Sunny days to follow in city as clouds shift to interior districts
The Ministry in the statement accused Ms. Hasina of inciting acts of terror ahead of the upcoming election in Bangladesh
Naidupeta Urban CI, head constable caught in ACB net
Double-decker NHAI stretch to start after Padi Kuppam; 25 pillars placed on Cooum
During the Telugu Desam Parliamentary Party meeting, he advises MPs to make efforts to mobilise additional funds from the Centre, desist from picking up conflicts with Telangana on irrigation projects, and refrain from acting in a way that dents alliances objectives
Demobilisation ceremonial parade held for AR police in Visakhapatnam
Speaking in Mysuru, Chief Minister Siddaramaiah said the Governor was free to make changes to the speech provided by the State government while delivering the Republic Day address
Every citizen should vote, strengthen democracy: Chief Secretary
Watch: From public life to popular culture, the Padma awards list for 2026 recognises 131 achievers
The Centre has announced the list of 131 Padma award recipients for 2026, one of Indias highest civilian honours.
Democracy bulldozed, federalism attacked: Kharge
In a speech on the eve of Republic Day, Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge says federalism has become a casualty of the BJPs double-engine governance model, used to disadvantage Opposition-ruled States
Is AI Translating Tamil Literature? Publishers On New Technology
A Tamil translation of Umberto Eco's 'The Name of the Rose' faced criticism over potential AI use, which the translator and publisher denied. While AI tools are emerging to address the time and cost of translating books into Indian languages, concerns remain about their application in creative works and the ethical implications for authorship and attribution.
EPIC cards handed over to first-time voters
Close call for 20 as bus falls off bypass road
Woman slips on terrace and grabs live wire; electrocuted
Syria, Kurds extend truce to allow transfer of IS detainees
In a statement, the Syrian Defence Ministry said the 15-day extension would take effect at 11 p.m. (2000 GMT) on Saturday (January 24, 2026)
SaranshandSolankithe stars in MPs resoundingwin
Ranji Trophy: Bowlers seal it for Tamil Nadus first victory of the season
Veteran Cop Vijay Kumar Who Led Veerappan Task Force Awarded Padma Shri
K Vijay Kumar, a former CRPF DG who headed the Tamil Nadu Police STF that killed forest brigand Veerappan, has been awarded the Padma Shri.
Governor, CM extend Republic Day greetings
ED files prosecution complaint against Winzo and its directors
