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US sanctions Iranian officials accused of repressing protests

Washington: The United States is imposing a new round of sanctions against Iranian officials accused of repressing nationwide protests that chall

MP water contamination: NGT constitutes 6-member panel to probe issue

Bhopal: Terming the supply of sewage-mixed and contaminated drinking water in the cities of Madhya Pradesh as a serious threat to public health,

Iran protests: India to begin evacuation of citizens from the country, first flight on Friday

The violent protests in Iran started late last month after the national currency plunged to record lows, and have since spread to all 31 province

73 Gurugram flat owners booked for not reporting foreign nationals

Gurugram: The Gurugram Police have booked 73 flat owners on Thursday, January 15, for allegedly accommodating foreign nationals in their flats wi

Punjab CM Mann appears before Akal Takht Secretariat to clarify remarks on Sikh traditions

Before appearing before the Takht Secretariat, where he was present for more than an hour, Mr. Mann offered prayers at the Golden Temple

India planning evacuation of nationals from Iran: Official sources

Iran had temporarily closed its airspace on January 14, but reopened it on January 15, which has increased the chances of India sending aircraft

Suicides to be promptly reported to police: SC to higher education institutions

New Delhi: The Supreme Court on Thursday, January 15, directed all higher education institutions (HEIs) across the country to report any suicide

Book of the Day: Shortlisted for 2025 Booker Prize, this page-turner will shift lifes perspectives with its shocking twist

Book of the day: Flashlight is not merely a story to be read; it is an experience to be lived, offering illumination in the spaces where memory a

France to send more forces to Greenland, says Macron

France is reinforcing its military presence in Greenland. President Macron announced additional land, air, and sea forces will join a European ex

How to watch The Traitors US Season 4 from the UK without missing a single twist

The Traitors US Season 4 was released in the United States, featuring Love Islands Maura Higgins showcasing the UK. Hosted by Alan Cumming, this

Oil is everything for the Iranian economy it fuels power, protests and the paradoxes of Iran

Iran's journey from a liberal nation to a repressive state is detailed. The 1979 revolution, fueled by dreams of freedom and independence, took a

Mumbai: Three booked for travelling in car with fake MLA sticker

Mumbai: Three persons were booked in Mumbai after their car allegedly sported a fake Vidhan Sabha Member/MLA sticker, a police official said on T

Tripura CM ready to accept Roman script for Kokborok language, Tipra Motha claims

Tipra Motha leaders said CM Manik Saha confirmed the State governments readiness to introduce the Roman script in all levels of examinations unde

SSC Constable GD 2025 Final Result Out; get direct link to check here

Candidates who had appeared for the written examinations and interview rounds can now check their SSC GD 2025 final scores at ssc.gov.in.

Manja-Coated Kite String Slits Cuttack Youths Nose, Safety Concerns Resurface

The recurring injuries from manja-coated kite strings in Odisha have raised alarm among civic activists and road safety experts.

TMCs Kalyan Banerjee accuses CBI, ED of interference ahead of elections following raids

How Americans view Trumps first year back in office: AP-NORC poll

Washington: President Donald Trumps second term has been eventful. You wouldnt know it from his approval numbers. An AP-NORC poll from January fo

I-PAC raids: HC refuses to let BJP hold demonstration before secretariat

Kolkata: The Calcutta High Court on Thursday, January 15, refused permission to the BJP to hold a demonstration in front of West Bengal state sec

Putin says the world is getting more dangerous but is silent on Maduro and Iran

President Vladimir Putin stated the international situation is deteriorating and becoming more dangerous, though he remained silent on Venezuela,

US President Trump assures Tehran he won't attack, asks to exercise restraint: Iranian envoy to Pak

This development comes amid ongoing protests in Iran over rising living costs, with authorities imposing internet restrictions. Trump had previou

Iran's nationwide protests appear increasingly smothered after crackdown and internet outage

The prospect of US retaliation for the deaths of protesters still hung over the region, though President Donald Trump signaled a possible de-esca

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Trump threatens to use Insurrection Act to put end to protests in Minneapolis

Minneapolis: President Donald Trump on Thursday, January 15, threatened to invoke the Insurrection Act, allowing him to deploy troops as protests

Greenlandic, Danish foreign ministers go viral after lighting up post-meeting with Vance and Rubio

Denmark and Greenland's top diplomats met with US officials to oppose President Trump's proposal to buy Greenland. They asserted Greenland's inde

Remains of 32 Cuban officers killed during US attack on Venezuela repatriated

Havana: Cuban soldiers wearing white gloves marched out of a plane on Thursday, January 15, carrying urns with the remains of the 32 Cuban office

Can Indias legal system combat the rising threat of digital arrest scams?

The primary task at the moments is to implement citizen centric regulations By Harsh Gour In recent months, India has witnessed a troubling new

Near-zero temperatures in Haryana, Punjab; mercury plunges in Jharkhand too

Northern and Eastern India are experiencing severe cold. Hisar in Haryana recorded 0.2 degrees Celsius. Delhi saw its coldest morning of the seas

The Antibiotic resistance emergency J&K isnt talking about

By Kamran Hamid Bhat In the feeble and hesitant light of dawn, my mother sent me to the chemist in the nearby market to purchase medicine for my

Britain to boost military reserves by raising maximum call-up age to 65

Britain will boost its military reserve forces. The maximum age for former personnel to be called up will rise to 65. The criteria for calling up

Extreme cold conditions can affect kidney, lungs and heart: AIIMS doctors

New Delhi: As the national capital reels under a cold wave, doctors at AIIMS Delhi warned that such extreme cold conditions can complicate chroni

Firecrackers hidden in parcels spark major lorry fire in Thrissur

NLC estimates TN Land Tax impactat 625 crore

Central Electricity Regulatory Commission agrees with NLC India that the Act constitutes a change of law, enabling the company to recover the cos

Quote of the Day: JRR Tolkiens Not all those who wander are lost what it means

J.R.R. Tolkien's famous quote challenges the idea that a straight path is the only way. It suggests that wandering can be a deliberate choice, a

Private assets explained: How they could change the way your 401(k) grows

Private assets are investments in private companies, real estate, or infrastructure, not public stocks. They are usually for big investors and ar

U.S. imposes sanctions on Iran over crackdown on protesters

Wikipedia turns 25, signs deals with AI companies

London: Wikipedia unveiled new business deals with a slew of artificial intelligence companies on Thursday as it marked its 25th anniversary. The

BJD Suspends 2 MLAs for Anti-Party Activities, Echoes of Past Expulsions Resurface

Action against Arvind Mohapatra, Sanatan Mahakud surprises the suspended lawmakers

CJI Kant asks lawyers to actively engage in justice system administration

New Delhi: Chief Justice of India Surya Kant on Thursday, January 15, called upon lawyers to wholeheartedly engage on the administrative side of

How many radicalised Afghans are in US?: Biden refugee vetting failures exposed at fiery hearing

KL Rahul joins Adam Gilchrist in rare feat, leaves AB de Villiers behind

KL Rahul etched his name into the record books by surpassing AB de Villiers and emulating Adam Gilchrist to achieve a historic milestone. The Ind

BMC polls: Change in counting process may delay results on Friday

Mumbai's vote counting for 227 wards begins Friday. Unlike previous elections, counting will be phase-wise, not simultaneous. This change means r

Can a billionaire be broke? MrBeast says Im borrowing money despite a $2.6 billion net worth - here's why the YouTuber cant even afford McDonalds

MrBeast net worth: Social media star Jimmy Donaldson, known as MrBeast, reveals a surprising financial reality. Despite a multi-billion dollar em

Water Contamination A Public Health Emergency: Bhopal Green Tribunal

The contamination of drinking water supply in Madhya Pradesh is a systemic environmental and public health emergency, the National Green Tribunal

Maharashtra civic polls clocks 50 pc turnout

Mumbai: Around 50 per cent polling was recorded in Mumbai and 28 other municipal corporations in Maharashtra on Thursday, January 15, amid a majo

BJP's Manjinder Singh Sirsa accuses AAP of misusing the Punjab Police to shield Atishi

CM Revanth Reddy Seeks Special Officers to Resolve Defence, Sainik School Issues

During a conference with senior Army and state officials, CM Revanth Reddy highlighted the lack of Sainik Schools in Telangana and requested the

Bengals ECI sends informal orders via WhatsApp, confirming TMC allegation: Report

The claims that the West Bengal Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) allegedly sends instructions through informal messages on WhatsApp to state officia

Russia, China unlikely to back Iran against US military threats

Russia and China would offer Iran diplomatic and economic aid amid US threats, but military support is unlikely if Washington takes action. Exper

Bihar Woman, Her 3 Kids Found Dead 5 Days After They Went Missing

Police on Thursday recovered the bodies of a woman and her three children, five days after they went missing in Bihar's Muzaffarpur district, off

Authorities Killed Canadian Citizen In Iran, Says Foreign Minister

A Canadian citizen has died in Iran at the hands of the Iranian authorities, Foreign Minister Anita Anand said.

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'Death Threats, Vandalism By Kuki Insurgents': Naga Body Files Police Case In Manipur

A village authority of the Naga tribes in Manipur has filed a police case alleging death threats and vandalism by insurgents of the Kuki National

Watch: Man Takes Grandparents On First-Ever Flight To Dubai, Heartwarming Video Melts Internet

The man's gesture has struck a chord with viewers, who praised him for prioritising family and creating meaningful memories.

Game of Thrones star Sophie Turner debuts as Lara Croft in prime videos Tomb Raider series

Amazon Prime Video has revealed a first look at Sophie Turner as the iconic archaeologist and adventurer Lara Croft in the forthcoming Tomb Raide

Will work out: Trump determined to annex Greenland after Washington talks falter with Denmark

Kerala School Kalolsavam 2026: When theatre moved beyondborders

The High School drama competiton at the State School Art Festival hit hard with tales of conflict and compassion and conscience in front of a ful

Word of the Day: Petrichor

Word of the Day: Petrichor, the earthy scent of rain on dry soil, is a scientifically recognized phenomenon coined by Australian researchers. Thi

Security Forces Recover 3.5-kg IED, Defused During CASO In J&Ks Rajouri

Rajouri, Jan 15 : Security forces on Thursday successfully recovered and defused an improvised explosive device (IED) during a Cordon and Search

US seizes in Caribbean Sea another sanctioned oil tanker it says has ties to Venezuela

American forces have captured another oil tanker in the Caribbean Sea. This vessel is linked to Venezuela. The seizure is part of a larger US str

Two Maoists from Chhattisgarh surrender before police in Telangana

Hyderabad: Two members of the banned CPI (Maoist) from Chhattisgarh, surrendered before police in Mulugu district of Telangana on Thursday, Janua

CS Favours Faster Development Of Housing Colonies To Meet Growing Needs Of Public

JAMMU, Jan 15: In a significant push towards addressing the growing housing requirements of the people of Jammu & Kashmir, the Chief Secretary ch

Government Office Vandalised, Police Officer Injured In Bengal SIR Protests

A government office was vandalised and a police inspector was injured on Thursday as protests against the SIR of electoral rolls escalated in Wes

AP CM Chandrababu Naidu Extends Kanuma Greetings

Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu celebrates Kanuma, a festival that reflects the deep-rooted traditions of rural life. He encourages the prese

FCC chair grilled over NEWS DISTORTION, ICE coverage, and accusations of censoring American media

Iran US Tension News LIVE Updates: Trump Convinced 'To Give Iran A Chance' After Threats

Iran said that it will defend itself against any foreign threat, the country's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said on Thursday.

US issues new Iran-related sanctions, US Treasury website shows

The United States has imposed new sanctions on Iran. These target shipping, trading, and energy firms. Eleven individuals and Fardis Prison are a

Quote of the day by Charles Dickens: 'No one is useless in this world who lightens...'

Charles Dickens believed kindness and human connection hold immense power. His enduring idea, that helping others gives life meaning, remains rel

'Stop being a sanctuary city': Tom Homan unleashes fury at Minneapolis policies after ICE crackdown

Explained: Why Iran Is Only Nation That Still Flies 'Top Gun' Fighter F-14

Over the decades, Iran has struggled to maintain its precious fleet of F-14. This led to cannibalisation of other F-14 in the fleet to ensure at

Murder of democracy: Opposition claims irregularities in Maharashtra civic polls

Polling for 29 municipal corporations across Maharashtra on January 15 drew sharp political reactions, with Mumbais high-stakes BMC contest at th

Ageing fleet pushes Pakistan Railways deeper into operational crisis

Pakistan Railways grapples with an aging fleet, with over 63 percent of locomotives exceeding 20 years. This leads to frequent breakdowns and ser

Thought of the day by Martin Luther King Jr: Life's most persistent and urgent question is

Thought of the Day by Martin Luther King Jr. is rooted in a life shaped by faith, rigorous education and lived experiences of racial injustice. B

'Biden let Afghans with no ID enter US!': Hawley shocks Senate at fiery Op Allies Welcome hearing

High-level panel formed to examine digital arrest issues: MHA tells SC

The Ministry of Home Affairs has formed a high-level committee to address digital arrest scam cases. This committee will examine issues faced by

Centre fills key posts: Rakesh Aggarwal appointed NIA DG, Praveen Kumar takes over BSF

Maharashtra civic polls see bogus voting and cash distribution allegations, EVM glitches, clashes

Voting for 29 municipal corporations in Maharashtra faced disruptions. Clashes erupted between groups in several locations. Allegations of bogus

US stock market surges today: Why Dow, S&P 500, and Nasdaq rebounded after a four-day losing streak - Chip stocks rally as TSMC earnings revive AI confidence

US stock market surges today. Dow, S&P 500, Nasdaq rebounded today after four-day losses. The Dow rose over 118 points. The S&P 500 gained 0.5%.

CM Bhagwant Mann appears before Akal Takht Sahib Secretariat for clarification on 'Golak' comment

According to the PRO of 'Shri Akal Takht Sahib'Tek Singh at the Secretariat.

Japan FM Motegi, EAM Jaishankar to hold Strategic dialogue on Indo-Pacific, AI cooperation

Twin concerns over China and no Quad in sight to overshadow Japan India FM dialogue on Friday

U-19 World Cup, IND vs USA: Abhigyan Kundu, Henil Patel star as India beat USA by 6 wickets in opener

India began their U-19 World Cup campaign with a comfortable six-wicket win over USA in the opening match, powered by standout performances from

On A Freezing Sankranti, Dahi Chuda Flavoured With Politics In Bihar

Dahi Chura feasts have become the flavour of the season in Bihar as the Makar Sankranti week is progressing. It is powering politics also, extend

BCCI Breaks Silence On Talks About Shifting Bangladesh's T20 World Cup Matches

The BCB has been seeking to move their team's matches in the T20 World Cup - co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka - outside India ever since Kolkata

How an IIT Kanpur alumnus is using real-time AI systems to fix India's vehicle repair ecosystem

Vehicle breakdowns in India often cause confusion and delay. Lakshya Khurana's startup, Ride N Repair, is changing this. The company uses artific

Indias US exports slip 1.83 pc to USD 6.88 bn in Dec

New Delhi, Jan 15 (PTI) Indias merchandise exports to the US declined 1.83 per cent to USD 6.88 billion in December 2025 due to high tariffs impo

Petrol Poured On Man's Private Parts In Custody, 3 Bihar Cops Suspended

Three police officials have been suspended in Bihar after a jewellery store worker was thrashed in custody and petrol was poured on his private p

BJP, Allies To Sweep Mumbai Civic Body BMC, Predict 4 Exit Polls

The BJP and the Eknath Shinde's Shiv Sena will have an edge in the elections for the prestigious Mumbai civic body -- the Brihanmumbai Corporatio

U.S. seizes Venezuela-linked tanker ahead of Trump-Machado meeting

The seizure marks the sixth vessel targeted in recent weeks that was either carrying Venezuelan oil or had done so in the past. The officials, sp

What is the Insurrection Act that Trump threatens to use on Minnesota? Everything explained

President Donald Trump has threatened to deploy military forces in Minnesota. This comes amid escalating tensions over federal agents and protest

Beneath the mountains: Switzerlands hidden tunnel network

Switzerland is popular for its mountains, lakes, and railroads, but much of its infrastructure exists underground. Over the years, the country ha

Speaker Abdul Rahim Rather Addresses Book Review Event Of Durr-E-Naayaab At Jammu University

JAMMU, Jan 15: Speaker, Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly, Advocate Abdul Rahim Rather today addressed the Book Review event of Durr-e-Naaya