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FIFA World Cup 2026: High demand for tickets despite fans slamming prices

Fans from more than 200 countries and territories applied via FIFA.com for seats at the first 48-team World Cup

Leaning toward Warsh or Hassett to lead Fed, says Donald Trump

Donald Trump has been critical of the Fed and its chair, Jerome Powell, for not making dramatic cuts to interest rates

From Jama Masjid pulpit, Mirwaiz seeks end to practice of arresting leaders in decades-old cases

His appeal came days after two senior separatist leaders, JKLF faction head Javed Ahmad Mirand Islamic Students League member Shakeel Ahmad Baksh

Meet Eternz, the startup fixing India's fragmented jewellery market

From chaotic marketplaces to AI-powered curation, Eternz wants to become the Nykaa of jewellery by bringing trust, personalisation, and 250+ veri

Trump: Thailand and Cambodia Agree to Renew Truce After Deadly Clashes

Trump announced the agreement via social media following calls with Thai Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul and Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Mane

House Democrats release photos of Trump, Bill Clinton and former Prince Andrew from Jeffrey Epstein's estate

House Democrats have shared photographs from Jeffrey Epstein's estate. The images feature notable individuals including Donald Trump, Bill Clinto

Blueprints for a revival | Indigo is finding modern champions

From reintroducing theIndigoferaplant to West Bengal, to experiments with dyeing stone, and even a perfume in the offing, Indias blue gold is str

Infosys seeks monetary and equitable relief in antitrust dispute against Cognizant, in new filing

Cognizants anti-competitive conduct is causing significant financial harm to Infosys

GOP chairman threatens Clintons with contempt of Congress in Epstein inquiry

Contempt is one of U.S. lawmakers' politically messiest and, until recent years, least-used powers

Nuclear & Insurance overhaul: Centre clears major reform Bills

The Union Cabinet has given a green light to transformative policy adjustments. Notably, this includes an overhaul of atomic energy regulations a

The annual Christmas Pantomime kicks off in city for a cause

When is the Heisman Trophy Ceremony 2025? Here's the date, time, and streaming details of the Heisman Ceremony

College football's top individual award will be presented on Saturday, December 13, 2025. The Heisman Trophy ceremony airs at 7 p.m. ET. Fans can

Mridangam exponent K.V. Prasad and bharatanatyam exponent G. Narendra honoured

During the inauguration of the 69th Margazhi Mela, while Mr. Prasad was conferred the title Sangeetha Choodamani, Mr. Narendra was given the titl

Chennai Corporation demolishes 10000 sq ft encroachment in Nerkundram

According to a press release, the building with ground plus two floors was constructedon Perumal Koil Street in Nerkundram on land belonging to t

AI Express eyes IndiGo pilots, its own aviators up in arms

Air India Express pilots are protesting the recruitment of new A320 captains, fearing reduced flying hours and pay. Around 100 pilots have writte

PM Modi To Address Rally In West Bengal On December 20 Amid SIR Row

With the 2026 Assembly elections approaching, Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to visit West Bengal On December 20. During his visit to Bengal

BJP leader Amarinder Singh calls BJP rigid, praises Congresss flexibility

Punjab is a different area. Look at it, everywhere the BJP is pulling through, why not in Punjab? See previous elections, how many seats have som

Divine power of proper worship

India voices concern over damage to Preah Vihear temple complex, urges Cambodia, Thailand to return to path of peace

NEW DELHI, Dec 12: India today voiced concern over the damage to the Preah Vihear temple complex in the ongoing Thailand-Cambodia border clashes

Marketing analytics- a new era beckons!

Prof K S Chandrasekar vc@clujammu.ac.in To succeed in this competitive world, any organization needs to embrace the latest in marketing. Marketin

Indigo Files Incompetence, Cover-Ups and a Brutal Reality check for India

Lt Col Ankit Sharma ankit.cloudnine@gmail.com IndiGo, Indias largest domestic airline, plunged into its worst operational crisis in years. What b

More than400 protesting sanitation workers detained in Chennai

The workers protested on Kamarajar Salai and near the Secretariat, demanding that the Corporation withdraw the move to outsource conservancy oper

FSD declares Priyagold biscuits unsafe

Excelsior Correspondent Srinagar, Dec 12: The Food Safety Department in Anantnag today declared Priyagold Butter Delite biscuits unsafe for consu

Rakesh appointed co-chair of FICCI J&K

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Dec 12: FICCI (Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce & Industry) today announced the appointment of Rakesh Bha

This Hidma's bow & arrow shoots at straw targets

Month-Long Bastar Olympics Conclude Today

8th Pay Commission The Fitment anticipation

Dheeraj Jandial dtoudhm@gmail.com Finally, the long wait for a confirmed pay revision may soon turn into reality as discussions around the Fitmen

AOI Gangyal delegation calls on Comm/Secy I&C

* Pleads not to allow hospitals in Ind Zone Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Dec 12: A delegation of Association of Industries (AOI), Gangyal led b

Trinamool accuses BJP of enabling violence against Bengali-speaking people in Odishas Malkangiri

Tensions flared in Odishas Malkangiri district between tribal and Bengal-speaking populations, with an armed mob allegedly torching houses in the

Landman Season 2 Episode 5 Release Time, Schedule, How to Watch: Global streaming timings, runtime, story

Landman Season 2 Episode 5 releases on December 14, 2025, streaming on Paramount+. New episodes air weekly on Sundays. Learn Landman Season 2 Epi

IndiaChina talks in Beijing signal improved ties after ModiXi meet

India stressed early resolution of pending export-control issues, while both sides highlighted the strategic guidance of their leaders

Cabinet approves India-Oman trade pact; may be signed during PMs Oman visit on Dec 17-18

NEW DELHI, Dec 12: The Union Cabinet on Friday approved a free trade agreement between India and Oman, which is expected to be signed during Prim

Outcome of Census 2027 will serve as new compass for development: Amit Shah

NEW DELHI, Dec 12: Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Friday said the outcome of the Census 2027 will serve as the new compass for development, mir

Rahul Gandhi asks for air pollution debate in Lok Sabha, govt agrees

Rahul Gandhi has demanded a Lok Sabha debate on the severe air pollution plaguing Indian cities, urging the government to present a concrete plan

LG launches helicopter services to boost connectivity, tourism in Ladakh

Excelsior Correspondent LEH, Dec 12: In order to enhance connectivity, promoting tourism and strengthening emergency support for people living in

Record-breaking Suryavanshi powers India to 234 run win over UAE

DUBAI, Dec 12: Vaibhav Suryavanshi was at his imperious best while smashing a 171 off 95 balls, powering India to a mammoth 234-run win over host

India now home to over 2 lakh govt-recognised startups: Goyal

NEW DELHI, Dec 12 : India is now home to over 2 lakh government-recognised startups, with over 44,000 entities recognised this year alone, the hi

Over 3,000 drug samples declared not of standard quality in 2024-25: Nadda

NEW DELHI, Dec 3: Of the 1.16 lakh drug samples tested in 2024-25, 3,104 were declared not of standard quality while 245 were found to be spuriou

Hailee Steinfeld pregnant: Actress expecting first child with NFL star Josh Allen

Actress Hailee Steinfeld is expecting her first child with husband Josh Allen. She revealed the happy news on her 29th birthday through a persona

Puri brothers shine at 63rd National Roller Skating Cship

Excelsior Sports Correspondent JAMMU, Dec 12: Kartikeya Puri and Puneesh Puri delivered outstanding performances at the 63rd National Roller Skat

Cut down grievance disposal time and strengthen citizen responsiveness: CS

Dulloo reviews PMUY implementation *Deptt records resolution of 88,000 grievances Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Dec 12: Chief Secretary, Atal Du

LG meets families of Nowgams accidental blast martyrs, hands over appointment letters

Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, Dec 12: The Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha met the families of Nowgams accidental blast martyrs in Srinagar to

Human rights part of Indian ethos: Law Minister Meghwal

NEW DELHI, Dec 12 : Union Law Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal on Friday said human rights have long formed part of the countrys philosophical and cult

Mohan Yadav says elimination of Maoism his biggest feat; Congress rakes up farmer issues, debt

The Chief Minister said that the State has received investment proposals of more than 32 lakh crore in the past two years and those of 8.57 lakh

Messi mania grips Kolkata as thousands welcome Argentine icon

The Barcelona legend's 2.26 a.m. touchdown in the early hours of Saturday (December 13, 2025) sent the city into an frenzy.

CM interacts with first MBBS batch of Shillong Medical College

SHILLONG, Dec 12: Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma on Friday paid a visit to the Shillong Medical College campus at the old Pasteur Institute in L

It: Welcome to Derry Finale Episode 8 release time and how to watch: Global streaming timings, Episode 7 recap and ending explained

It: Welcome to Derry Finale Episode 8 release time and how to watch is confirmed for HBO Max. This guide covers the Episode 8 release date, strea

In terror acts, rights of accused subservient to national interest: Supreme Court

The Supreme Court has ruled that individual liberty, while crucial, cannot override national security concerns in UAPA cases. Upholding this, the

Ponzi scheme: ED attaches assets worth Rs 17 cr in state

Probe under way into Rs 1,575-cr investment fraud run through a website operated from Shillong under the banner of Pearlvine International betwee

Four charged with Zubeen Gargs murder

GUWAHATI, Dec 12: The Special Investigation Team, probing the death of Zubeen Garg, charged four accusedthe singers secretary Siddhartha Sharma,

Police crackdown on vehicles without ownership transfer in Shopian

Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, Dec 12: Shopian police in south Kashmir today took legal action against 29 two-wheelers and 87 four-wheelers be

OGW arrested in Awantipora

Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, Dec 12: An Over Ground Worker (OGW) was today apprehended by police and a grenade was recovered from him. Follo

Magic In The Air As Messi Reaches Kolkata, Thousands Welcome Argentine Icon

Thousands braved the December chill and waited past midnight to give a rousing welcome to Argentine superstar footballer Lionel Messi as he arriv

HC denies bail in poppy straw smuggling case

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Dec 12: The High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh has declined to grant bail to Abdul Rashid, who is facing tri

IndiGo operates over 2000 flights on Friday

MUMBAI, Dec 12: IndiGo said it has operated over 2,000 flights today as per its revised scaled down schedule. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel

Samba police seizes 6 dumpers for illegal mining

Excelsior Correspondent SAMBA, Dec 12: Continuing its drive against illegal mining, Samba police has seized six dumpers in the jurisdiction of Po

Two from Chamba among 3 killed in Doda mishaps

Excelsior Correspondent DODA, Dec 12: Three persons lost their lives while two others were seriously injured in two different road accidents in t

Thar driver booked for rash driving

Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Dec 12: A Thar driver was booked for allegedly hitting an Alto car near Rotary Chowk area here today. On the basis

22 egg samples collected in Kashmir

Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, Dec 12: The Food Safety Department today collected 22 egg samples from multiple locations across Kashmir follow

Centres Decision to Set up System For Rare Earth Magnets is a Game Changer

By R. Suryamurthy Indias decision to establish a domestic rare-earth magnet industry may seem like a technical footnote in a week crowded with p

LIVE: Trump signs bill honoring 1980 Miracle on Ice Olympic hockey team

Ahead of PM Modi's 3-nation tour, FTA with Oman gets Cabinet nod

Prime Minister Modi's upcoming visit to Oman is poised to forge a robust economic and strategic alliance, potentially including a free trade agre

News from the world of Education: December 13, 2025

Information on admissions, scholarships, new courses, research studies and other events at schools and colleges

Rs 12k cr for 2-phase census, will allow self-enumeration

India gears up for Census 2027 with a Rs 11,718 crore budget, marking the first digital enumeration and inclusion of a caste count. The two-phase

P Chidambaram Slams Karnataka Home Minister's Bulldozer Remark

A remark by Karnataka Home Minister G. Parameshwara on the possibility of razing down the houses of drug peddlers has drawn sharp criticism from

One Punch Man Season 3 Episode 10 release date, time and how to watch: Global streaming timings, plot expectations

One Punch Man Season 3 Episode 10 release date, time and how to watch are now confirmed. The episode continues the events of Episode 9 and sets u

Higher education upgrade: Bill on single regulator gets nod

The Union Cabinet has approved the Viksit Bharat Shiksha Adhikshan Bill, aiming to consolidate higher education regulation under a single authori

India's Wildfire Management Resolution Adopted At UNEA-7

The Environment Ministry in a statement said the resolution responds to the rising number, scale and intensity of wildfires worldwide and calls f

No Cabinet mantri present, Rajya Sabha adjourned for 10 minutes

New window for coal linkage auctions to give push to reforms

India has launched CoalSETU, a new policy for long-term coal linkage auctions aimed at industrial use and exports. This dedicated window allows a

Women Lawyers Seek 30% Quota In Telangana Bar Council Polls

The protesters urged that the Supreme Courts directions on providing reservation be implemented from the current election cycle, noting that the

Cabinet clears SHANTI bill to open nuclear power to pvt sector

The Union Cabinet has greenlit a bill to open India's nuclear power sector to private players, a move crucial for achieving 100 GW nuclear capaci

Telangana HC Seeks Police Reply On Alleged Interference In Property Dispute

The judge was dealing with a petition filed by Mendu Anil Kumar, who contended that he was the owner and possessor of a plot in Thumkunta, purcha

iOS 26.2 is here: What are the new features and fixes? How to update your iPhone and is the new update worth it? Here's everything to know

Apple has launched iOS 26.2, bringing many new features. Users can enjoy improvements in Apple Music and Podcasts. Gaming gets better sorting and

Telangana HC Orders Status Quo On Future City Radial Road Land

The court observed that the issues required detailed examination. It therefore directed the state government, the Rangareddy collector and others

Sustainability meets storytelling

Winter Tales: Day 2 SHILLONG, Dec 12: The second day of Meghalayas sixth edition of the community-led annual festival Winter Tales on Friday tran

Lensman Pablo Bartholomew revisits emotional core of NE

SHILLONG, Dec 12: In an age when artificial intelligence is rewriting the rules of image-making, iconic photographer Pablo Bartholomew came to Sh

Def Leppard to perform in Shillong on March 25

NEW DELHI, Dec 12: Legendary rock band Def Leppard is all set to perform in Shillong on March 25 at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium (Polo Grounds).

Andhra Pradesh CS Review Solar Projects

At the centre for excellence for energy transmission review meeting, the chief secretary spoke about PM KUSUM, the PM Suryagarh scheme, feeder-le

Frost signals early onset of severe winter

SHILLONG, Dec 12: Frost has arrived in the outskirts of Shillong, marking an early onset of the severe winter season as mercury dips across the r

Ongole Court Sentences Man To 10 Years For Cheating Woman

The incident took place in 2018, when Kodamula Ravi of Lingangunta village in Hanumanthunipadu mandal allegedly assured the young woman that he w

Awami League rejects Bdeshs election schedule, accuses Yunus govt of bias

Dhaka, Dec 12: Bangladeshs Awami League party rejected the election schedule announced by the countrys Election Commission (EC), arguing that fre

Americans Skeptical Of Trump On Epstein, But Republican Doubts Ease: Survey

Americans are deeply skeptical of President Donald Trump's handling of the Jeffrey Epstein scandal, though he is shoring up support among his cor

People cook their breakfast as they take refuge after fleeing from their home following fighting between Thailand and Cambodia

People cook their breakfast as they take refuge after fleeing from their home following fighting between Thailand and Cambodia over territorial c

Formula 4 Championship: Three-way battle for top honours

Fifteen-year-old Kenyan racer Shane Chandaria (Chennai Turbo Riders) arrives in Chennai as the points leader with 158.

TVs quality went downhill after shift towards daily soaps: Supriya Pathak

Her quirky portrayal of the naive, dim-witted Hansa Parekh in Khichdi made her a 2000s TV icon, although actor Supriya Pathak now has little inte

Govt approves 125-day rural job bill to replace MGNREGA

The government has approved a bill to replace MGNREGA with the Pujya Bapu Gramin Rozgar Guarantee Bill, promising 125 workdays per household. Thi

Geminid Meteor Shower 2025: Here are the peak viewing times, forecast, how to watch and everything you need to know

The Geminid meteor shower peaks this weekend, December 13-14. Clear skies are forecast for much of the United States, offering excellent viewing

Record-breaking Suryavanshi powers India to big 234-run win over UAE in U19 Asia Cup opener

Vaibhav unleashed a stunning display of batting, hitting 14 sixes the most by any batter in a single innings in the U19 level en-route to his b