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Uikes death has broken backbone of Maoist activities in Odisha: DGP

Bhubaneswar: Ganesh Uike, 69, a battle-hardened Maoist leader, finally fell to the bullets of security personnel in Kandhamal district on Thursda

Deposed PM Sheikh Hasina slams Yunus govt over attacks on religious minorities

Dhaka/New Delhi: Bangladeshs deposed prime minister Sheikh Hasina on Thursday lashed out at the interim government led by Muhammad Yunus, accusin

Bajrang Dal hold protest against Christmas event outside Bareilly police station

Bareilly: Bajrang Dal leaders on Thursday staged a protest outside the Bareilly city police station, accusing organisers of a Christmas event of

Vijay Hazare Trophy: Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma return to action - Will BCCI telecast or livestream the matches?

Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma are set to return to competitive action, raising a big question for fans - will the BCCI telecast or livestream the

Flash strike by platform, gig workers receives lukewarm response; mega strike on New Year's eve

NEW DELHI: The Indian Federation of App-based Transport Workers (IFAT) announced a flash strike on Thursday demanding for better wages and a nati

Bangladesh should repeat 1971 to save its minorities: BJP leader

Kolkata: Senior BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari on Thursday said that the right-thinking citizens of Bangladesh may have to repeat the 1971-type situ

BJP leader shot dead in Bihar hours after deputy CM said criminals would be driven out in three months

PATNA: A Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader was shot dead by unidentified criminals in Bihars Samastipur district, hours after deputy chief mini

Man, son held for setting on fire goods in house due to enmity over love marriage

Watch: Christmas decorations vandalised at Raipur mall during bandh

U.S. naval moves against Venezuela | Explained

Which tankers did the U.S. target near Venezuela? How does the U.S. use financial systems to enforce sanctions? What role do insurance and classi

King Charles III calls for kindness, unity in Christmas message

London: On a Christmas Day when the war in Ukraine casts a shadow over Europe, concerns over immigration divide societies, and some politicians f

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AIADMK forms panel to formulate manifesto for 2026 Assembly poll

Chennai: AIADMK general secretary Edappadi K Palaniswami on Thursday announced the constitution of a high-level committee to prepare the party ma

Thirupparankundram deepam row: what Sthaneeka Bhattars testified 30 years ago

When a row broke out over lighting ofKarthigaiDeepamat the hill inMadurai, fourSthaneekaBhattarsof theSubramaniaswami Temple testified that the l

Shri Kshetra Dharmasthala Rural Development Project BC Trust gets award

Myanmar sets late January date for final election round

Amit Shah to inaugurate anti-terror conference on December 26

The conference will be attended by senior police officers from the States, and officers from Central agencies and Departments dealing with counte

Russian spirits export to India nearly quadruples in 10 months: Report

Moscow: The exports of Russian spirits to India have nearly quadrupled in the first 10 months of the year compared to the same period last year,

Grand Christmas Celebrations At CSI Church In Medak

Construction of the church began in 1914 and was completed in 1924. While the church management made elaborate arrangements, the district adminis

No attacks on minorities under NDA govt: Union Minister Bandi Sanjay

Hyderabad: Union Minister Bandi Sanjay Kumar on Thursday claimed that the NDA-led Centre is governing without any religious bias, while minority

Bol Bharat mata ki jai: Bajrang Dal attacks Kashmiri shawl seller in Uttarakhand

Kashipur: A 28-year-old Kashmiri shawl seller,Bilal Ahmad Ganie, was assaulted and intimidated by men having links with Bajrang Dal in Uttarakhan

Mumbai: CR, WR to run 12 suburban train services for New Year revellers on Jan 1; check timings here

The special suburban locals from Kalyan and CSMT will depart at 1.30 am and reach their respective destinations at 3 am. More details below:

Carrying the red flag into the next century

As the Communist Party of India marks a century of political engagement, its legacy invites reflection on the task to rebuild India on the founda

Gujarat Assembly Deputy Speaker Jethabhai Bharwad resigns

The BJP MLA was elected as the Deputy Speaker for the first time in September 2021 and was re-elected to the post following the Assembly election

Discord within RLM as three of its MLAs ditch 'Litti Chokha' party to meet BJP's Nitin Nabin

PATNA: All is not well within Rashtriya Lok Morcha (RLM) as three of its four MLAs abstained from a 'Litti Chokha' party held at party chief and

IndiGo commences daily direct flight between Mangaluru and Navi Mumbai

One killed, four injured as gas cylinder explodes near Mysuru palace gate

Left Parties Seek Withdrawal Of PD Act Against Farmers Leader

The parties alleged misuse of the PD Act to intimidate peoples movements, noting that Appalaraju had been supporting farmers, agricultural labour

India's GCCs go on leadership hunt

Global capability centres in India are seeing a significant rise in senior leadership hiring. These centres are evolving from back-office operati

Shimla: Doctors' body threatens mass leave; demands reinstatement of medic terminated for 'assaulting' patient

SHIMLA: A day after the Himachal Pradesh government terminated the services of a senior resident doctor for getting into a physical altercation w

Churches decked in lights, midnight masses mark Christmas celebrations across country

New Delhi: Christmas was celebrated with devotion and festive gaiety across the country on Thursday as churches were decked in lights and cribs,

Couple arrested for honour killing of 17-year-old daughter in Karimnagar

Hyderabad: A couple was arrested in Shivarampally village of Saidapur mandal in Telanganas Karimnagar, on Thursday, December 25, in a suspected c

Chitradurga resident arrested in cheating case

Sold Baby Boy Rescued by Hiriyur Police

The motive for the mother to sell off her baby boy is yet to be ascertained however sources suspect the mother might have sold her baby to meet h

You dont want coal?: Trump comforts worried child as he takes NORAD Santa calls with kids

New e-autos targeting women and tourists launched in Madurai

Women auto drivers can equip themselves with value-additions such as road safety training, soft skills, basic tourism knowledge and a responsible

Hindutva groups protest in Jammu, warn of shutdown over medical college admissions

Jammu: Several right-wing Hindu groups held a protest in Jammu on Thursday evening, demanding the shifting of Muslim students from the Shri Mata

Slain Maoist Leader Started Leaning Left from College Days

According to sources, the local police telephoned Ganeshs brother Ashok, who stays in Nalgonda, and informed him about the death of his brother i

Karnataka: 1 dead, several injured in blast near Mysuru Amba Vilas Palace

Karnataka: One dead, several injured in blast near Mysuru Amba Vilas Palace

Family-based parties practiced political untouchability against BJP

Prime Minister Narendra Modi stated that previous Congress governments sidelined the BJP, naming schemes after one family. He highlighted his gov

Keith Urban sparks buzz after allegedly questioning his divorce from Nicole Kidman

Country star Keith Urban is reportedly grappling with loneliness and regret following his separation from Nicole Kidman, questioning if their div

Hyderabad Soaks in Christmas Spirit

Cardinal Poola Anthony celebrated the Christmas Mass at St Josephs Cathedral. It was kept open for visitors throughout the day, where visitors li

Your 2026 horoscope is here the major shifts every zodiac sign needs to prepare for

2026 Horoscope: As 2026 dawns, astrologers spotlight a rare alignment of eclipses and outer-planet transits set to reshape careers, relationships

BIFFes: Delegates raise eyebrows over change in venue of film festival

Even the biggest of festivals such as Cannes or Busan dont change venues due to structural convenience. All the protocols are in place, and its t

Best Christmas movies to binge watch: Here's list of romantic comedies, family entertainers, classic flicks and horror films

Best Christmas movies to binge watch remain part of yearly viewing habits across homes. These films pass between generations and shape holiday ro

Centre Urges States to Tap PPP Potential in Healthcare

With the rising demand for healthcare, Nadda said PPPs could play a vital role in setting up new medical colleges, modernising hospitals, expandi

Bangladesh: Opposition leader Tarique Rahman returns after 17 years in exile with a chance to lead

Illegal re-employment of faculty: recover 1.13-crore financial loss incurred by Periyar University

Get out of Obamacare, if you can: Witness drops bombshell as Senate probes ACA subsidy fraud

Bangladesh: Mob lynching claims another Hindu man's life, days after killing of Dipu Chandra Das

Another Hindu man, Amrit Mondal, was beaten to death by a mob in Rajbari, Bangladesh. This incident occurred over an extortion allegation. Mondal

From MacBook Air M3 to iPhone 16 Pro: Apple discontinues more than 20 devices in 2025, check list here

The company has made these decisions thoughtfully, evolving its design philosophy to align with customer expectations.

ICC Rankings: Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli finish 2025 as top two ODI batters; Tilak Varma, Jasprit Bumrah make big gains

India finished 2025 on top of the ICC rankings as Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli ended the year as the world's top two ODI batters. Tilak Varma sur

Maharashtra to take strategic decisions for Vidarbhas citrus growers

Amendments to the Maharashtra Fruit Nurseries (Regulation) Act on cards

Homeowners fined $100 for shoveling snow the wrong way one costly mistake to avoid

Homeowners can face fines for shoveling snow the wrong way, especially if it goes onto roads. Michigan law and some city rules make improper snow

Christmas Day Parade 2025 How to watch the Disney Christmas Parade live, start time, channel, and streaming options

Christmas Day Parade 2025: Millions of American families kick off Christmas morning the same way each year. They brew coffee, huddle around the T

VB-GRAM-G Survey Begins from December 26

Field staff will visit villages across the State to finalise proposals with public participation, following which budgets will be released. Rural

Labourer shot dead in U.P.s Farrukhabad village

Body found in field; police recover empty cartridge and trace signs of struggle

Chandrababu Naidu seeks establishment of Central Agricultural University in Andhra Pradesh

In a memorandum to Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan, the Chief Minister also sought approvals for setting up a Coconut Park, a mo

Private Schools Allowed To Hold Remedial Classes During Winter Vacations In Kashmir

Srinagar, Dec 25: The Directorate of School Education Kashmir (DSEK) has granted permission to recognised private educational institutions across

Missed bus, narrow escape: Survivors describe panic, delays in services after bus caught fire

A survivor recounts desperate moments as he escaped out of the burning vehicle: I jumped down, broke the window, and managed to pull another pass

Key leader from Telangana among Maoists killed in Odisha

New-Gen Haridasas Step In During Sankranti as Elders Struggle

Traditionally, Haridasas used to sing over 300 kirtans. But few can perform the entire repertoire today. Many of the younger participants balance

Task Force Seizes China Manja Worth Rs 2 Lakh in Hanamkonda

The sale and use of China manja are banned as the glass-coated nylon thread poses a serious threat to birds, animals and humans, often causing se

Janhvi Kapoors Brand Power Outpaces Her Box Office

The actors growing stature in the global fashion and branding space continues to outshine her recent film performances, placing the actor at a cr

Odisha Farmers Make First Direct Export Of Garlic, French Beans To Dubai

The produce was aggregated from farmers in the economically backward Kalahandi and Nabarangpur districts, with quality checks and traceability sy

Chikiri Chikiri Song Called Out for Vulgarity

Hero Ram Charan reportedly told friends he wasnt aware of how crude the lyrics sounded

Punjab govt to provide free medical treatment upto Rs 10 lakh from January

Punjab will soon launch the Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojna. This scheme will provide free medical treatment up to ten lakh rupees to every family. It ai

52-Year-Old Businessman Duped Of Rs 53 Lakh By Woman He Was Going To Marry

A 52-year-old city-based businessman was allegedly cheated of Rs 53 lakh by a woman who befriended him through a dating app and induced him to in

India hopes to seal the series; Sri Lanka aims to mounta meaningful challenge

Row over Aravalli redefinition intensifies in Rajasthan even as Centre announces mining ban

JAIPUR: Row over redefining the Aravalli range continues to escalate in Rajasthan despite the Centre's assurance that no new mining leases will b

Puducherry government gears up for a hectic, year-ending week ahead, with visits by V-P and Union Minister

123-Year-Old Church, Muslim Caretaker: Gulmarg Celebrates White Christmas

On Christmas Day, St. Mary's Church stands out in the heart of a snow-covered Gulmarg. As the faithful queue to offer quiet prayers, the church r

Police foil attempt to burn down Manu Smriti in Ongole

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Tithi: Pushyami Shukla Shashti till 1.39 pm

Rahul Gandhi may open Ballari jeans park, plot prices cut by half

Rahul Gandhi may inaugurate Ballari's new jeans park. The state government has halved the land allotment price to Rs 67.5 lakh per acre. This ini

Watch: Who is Tarique Rahman, the BNP leader who returned to Bangladesh after 17 years?

Tarique Rahman, acting chairman of Bangladeshs BNP, has returned to Dhaka after nearly 17 years in exile. His homecoming comes ahead of the Febru

Rebellion growing in Upendra Kushwahas party, two more MLAs maintain distance, 8 office-bearers resign

Dinara MLA Alok Kumar Singh and Madhubani MLA Madhaw Anand, along with Mr. Mahto, skip the dinner party organised by party president in Patna

Bangladesh belongs to Muslims, Hindus, Buddhists, Christians: Rahman

Dhaka: Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) acting chairman Tarique Rahman on Thursday urged people to maintain peace as he presented a vision of a

Sivaji Apologises For Comments On Women Attire

Though director Ram Gopal Varma, Manchu Lakshmi, Nandini Reddy and Manchu Manoj criticised Sivaji for his remarks, actress Anasuya was more force

No cricketer among Arjuna awardees this year; Yogasana makes debut, Hockey's Hardik Singh in Khel Ratna list

For the first time in years, no cricketer will receive the Arjuna Award, with a Yogasana athlete set to be honoured instead. The awards list also

Americans just got a brand-new holiday after ground breaking January 1 law takes effect

California will observe Diwali as a state holiday from 2026. This Indian and South Asian American festival of lights will be a day off for state

May he perish: Zelenskyys Christmas wish for Putin

Calling for Ukraines peace amid continued Russian attacks, President Volodymyr Zelenskyywished his Russian counterpart, Vladimir Putin, death, in

Robin Minz relishing the finishers role

Foot and Mouth Disease vaccination to begin in Virudhunagar district on December 29

DK Shivakumar Meets Mallikarjun Kharge Amid Karnataka Power Tussle

Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar on Thursday met Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge at his residence here, leading to speculatio

Army personnel can now sign up on Instagram, but as 'passive observers': Sources

The Indian Army has updated its social media guidelines. Personnel can now access Instagram but only as passive observers. This means they can vi

Four women injured as bus rams autorickshaw near Gadananathi dam

Three women pilgrims on padayatra killed in road accident near Kurukkusalai

Is Giant open on Christmas day 2025? Giant food vs Giant food stores holiday hours explained

Many shoppers are confused about Giant stores on Christmas Day 2025. Some Giant locations are open for a few hours, while others are fully closed

Another Hindu man lynched in Bangladesh days after Dipu Chandra Das' killing; here's what police said

The incident comes just days after the brutal mob lynching of Dipu Chandra Das, a 27-year-old Hindu man, in Bangladesh's Mymensingh city over all