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Chief Secy Reviews Mining Reforms, Revenue Mobilisation And Technology-Driven Enforcement In J&K

Mandatory GPS, RFID and e-challaning for mineral transportation by January 26, 2026 JAMMU, Dec 16: Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo, today chaired a

Chinna Reddy urges Centre to retain MGNREGS name

TTD board approves Rs 14 cr temple in Mumbai, Rs 48 cr grant to heart centre

Amaravati: The Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) Trust Board has announced a series of decisions aimed at expanding the institutions reach, en

No mention of India, Indian Army as Bangladesh celebrates independence from Pakistan, victory over Pakistan Army

Bangladesh celebrated the Victory Day or Vijay Diwas that began at sunrise with a 31-gun salute at the old Dhaka airport area by an artillery reg

Victory Day: Sheikh Hasinas son warns of Pakistan-backed proxies in Bangladesh

Dhaka: As Bangladesh observes Victory Day on Tuesday, former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasinas son Sajeeb Wazed warned that the proxies of Pakistani

Call for greater cooperation among Global South countries in critical sectors

Aviation EduCity will come up near Bhogapuram in one year, says Andhra Pradesh HRD Minister Lokesh

The facility being established by the GMR Group in an extent of 136 acres provided by the MANSAS Trust free of cost will position India not only

H.D. Kumaraswamy says he will take on Congress government after December 20

Aland vote theft case sparks heated exchange in Assembly

Mysterious blastlike din, tremors felt again in Dindigul

Markets brace for Japan rate hike as analysts warn Bitcoin price could crash by 20-30%

Bitcoin price alert: Markets brace as Japans BOJ plans a near-certain rate hike. Analysts warn Bitcoin could crash 2030%, testing below $70,000.

Plans in place to protect water bodies in and around Tirupati

IPL auction 2026 PBKS: Punjab Kings buy Cooper Connolly, check complete players list, final bids

Punjab Kings approach the IPL 2026 mini-auction with a clear objective: to define their identity by filling four crucial slots. With a substantia

Joint enforcement operation targets pubs, bars ahead of New Year celebrations

In the wake of the Goa pub fire tragedy, multiple departments have launched a joint operation for the first time in the city to crack down on pub

LDF takes comfort in vote share numbers in Thiruvananthapuram Corporation

According to a tweet by John Brittas, the BJPs vote share went down from 2,13,214 votes in the 2024 LS polls to 1,65,891 in the 2025 local body p

TTDC plans to rename Hotel Tamil Nadu Unit-II

IPL auction 2026 RR: From Ravi Bishnoi to Sushant Mishra, check complete players list, final bids

Rajasthan Royals enter the auction with a focused strategy. They aim to secure an Indian spinner and bolster their pace attack. Key retentions an

Low confidence, inability to cope with problems among six signs of later dementia risk: Study

However, the increased risk of dementia was driven entirely by the six specific symptoms in adults under 60 -- loss of self-confidence and diffic

Saatheesan flays move to rename MGNREGS

BIE revises timetable for Inter public examinations

CM Omar Abdullah Urges Gujjar Institutions To Research On Climate Change, Reservation Impact

Jammu, Dec 16:Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Tuesday called upon Gujjar institutions to undertake scientific research on the i

'Modi ji has deep hatred for...': LoP Rahul Gandhi blasts Centre over G Ram G bill

The Opposition has criticised the bill for changing the scheme's name and removing Mahatma Gandhi's reference from it. Congress MP Priyanka Gandh

Not Dhurandhar, Chhaava, Saiyaara, Thamma; documentary on this 2025 Bollywood superhit film to release in cinemas this Friday

Sitaaron Ke Sitaare, the documentary on Aamir Khan-starrer Sitaare Zameen Par, will release in cinemas on December 19 and will clash at the box o

Alex Karp-led Palantir quietly renews 3-year contract with France's DGSI

Palantir PLTR Secures Three-Year DGSI Renewal: The companys Foundry and AI Platform will support Frances intelligence operations and modernize th

Bilateral talks to business forum in Amman: Why PM Modis Jordan visit matters for Indias trade

Kerala CM Slams Centres Censorship on Films at International Film Festival of Kerala

Every film denied permission will be screened at the festival, he said in a Facebook post.

US retail sales unexpectedly unchanged in October

The unchanged reading in retail sales reported by the Commerce Department's Census Bureau on Tuesday followed a downwardly revised 0.1% gain in S

Australia: GoFundMe croses millions for Bondi hero who tackled gunman

Sydney: The 43-year-oldman from the Bondi attack Ahmed Al Ahmed, who is being hailed as a hero for disarming one of the gunmen involved in Austra

Seven pink patrol vehicles in Coimbatore to reach out to women in distress

As seven gleaming pink vehicles, piloted by women police in Coimbatore, set out to prevent crimes against women and children, it also turns the s

12 held for making derogatory social media posts against politicians

UP Minor Allegedly Kidnapped, Raped For Over 2 Weeks

A 22-year-old man was arrested on Tuesday in Sitapur district for allegedly abducting a 16-year-old girl and raping her repeatedly for nearly two

Telangana sets March-end deadline for Hyderabad Metro takeover

Chief Secretary says transfer must be carried out smoothly and expeditiously, in line with agreement reached between both parties during a review

Congress announces nationwide protests against assault on MGNREGA: Venugopal

New Delhi: The Congress, on Tuesday, announced a series of nationwide protests against what it termed the Union governments attempt to kill the M

Highways Department revives plan to construct ramps for Gandhipuram flyover

Street dog adoption drive launched; MCC calls for public participation

Cab drivers protest new parking rules at Kempegowda International Airport

Cab services to and from Kempegowda International Airport (KIA) were severely disrupted on Tuesday morning after hundreds of cab drivers staged a

KCR led BRS meeting on Telangana water rights postponed to Dec 21

Hyderabad: In light of the Parliament session concluding on December 19, the joint meeting of the Bharat Rashtra Samithi Legislature Party (BRSLP

Rocket built by students of Idukki engineering college to launch

Odisha unveils pharmaceutical and medical devices policy to bring Rs 25,000 crore investment by 2030

Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi launched the new policy here at the Odisha Pharma Summit-2025 in the presence of Industries Minister Sampad Cha

Police announce traffic curbs, safety norms for TVK meeting in Erode on December 18

Madhya Pradesh Man Uses Kidnapper's Smartwatch To Send SOS, Gets Rescued

Unable to repay an exorbitant amount demanded by moneylenders, the man was abducted, brutally assaulted, and locked inside a room, but a quick-th

IPL auction 2026 LSG: From Wanindu Hasaranga to Anrich Nortje, check complete players list, final bids

Lucknow Super Giants entered the IPL Auction 2026 with a significant purse. The franchise focused on rebuilding its squad after a seventh-place f

CIK Launches Major Crackdown on Alleged Terror-Linked Network Masquerading as Social Activism

Raids were carried out at 12 locations spanning seven districts-Srinagar, Baramulla, Anantnag, Pulwama, Kupwara, Budgam, and Shopian

AAP MP Raghav Chadha calls for a dedicated tokenization law in India

Confused On Screen Usage For Your Children? These Tips Might Help

Part of the challenge is that screen time isnt just one thing. It can be educational or passive, interactive or sedentary, and part of schoolwork

IPL 2026 Auction: LSG Happy with Hasaranga, Nortje Buys

Goenka described the auction outcome as the result of a well-planned and thoughtful strategy, expressing overall satisfaction with how the biddin

Sanitary workers line-up garbage-laden vehicles at Corporation demanding revoking of suspension of their leader

NC MPs Meet UHM Amit Shah In New Delhi

Srinagar, Dec 15: Jammu and Kashmir National Conference (NC) Members of Parliament in the Rajya Sabha met Union Home Minister Shri Amit Shah on T

Who is Mangesh Yadav? Left-arm speedster from MP T20 League joins Virat Kohli's RCB at Rs 5.2 crore

Mangesh Yadav emerged as one of the biggest uncapped stories of the IPL 2026 auction after Royal Challengers Bengaluru bought the left-arm pacer

Think $1 million is enough? Heres how few Americans actually retire with that much - see where you really stand

Many Americans dream of retiring with $1 million, but very few actually reach it. Most people have far less in savings, and factors like income,

Rob Reiners son Nick allegedly wrecked parents guest house and stole money in teen scandal

Nick Reiner, the son of filmmaker Rob Reiner and Michele Reiner, is being held on a criminal charge connected with their deaths as investigators

Pentagon prepares major military reorganization plan: Report

US Joint Chiefs Chairman Dan Caine was expected to present the plan to Hegseth in coming days, a senior defense official familiar with the discus

Hyderabad: Traffic to be restricted for President of India visit

Hyderabad: Traffic in parts of the city will be restricted or diverted for the upcoming visit of the President of India from December 17 to 22. A

Jobs report today: U.S. unemployment rate rises to 4.6%, highest since 2021 Is the economic slowdown just beginning?

US jobs report today sends a fresh warning. Unemployment rose to 4.6% in November, the highest since 2021. Employers added just 64,000 jobs, miss

Student dies in wall collapse at govt. school in Tiruvallur

The incident happened when the students were eating lunch near a ramp at the school in Kondapuram

IPL 2026 Auction: Uncapped Players Kartik Sharma and Prashant Veer Fetch 14.20 Crore

Meet the uncapped players who aroused most curiosity in the IPL 2026 auctions:

Supreme Court ends 25-year-old marriage, no reconciliation possible

New Delhi: The Supreme Court has dissolved a 25-year-old marriage, holding that it had ceased to exist in reality and that there was no possibili

TotalEnergies Marketing India and Energy Core Lanka Unveil a New Chapter of Lubricants Excellence in Sri Lanka

Bihar DGP holds daily 'jansunvai' to hear public grievances at police headquarters

NEW DELHI: In a significant initiative aimed at strengthening public trust and accountability, Bihar Director General of Police (DGP) Vinay Kumar

The Trump doctrine: How United States sees India in a China-first world

The Trump administration's 2025 National Security Strategy redefines global power dynamics, placing India at a critical juncture. The document em

U.K. launches BBC funding review, as broadcaster reels from Trump lawsuit

Currently the BBCs funding mainly comes from a 174.50 ($234) annual charge imposed on all viewing households, but the number of licence holders h

Better for parties to separate, when marriage survives only on paper due to prolonged litigation: SC

NEW DELHI: Observing that courts should not compel estranged couples to continue marriages that survive only on paper, the Supreme Court on Monda

Improved roads, new libraries inaugurated in the Nilgiris

Wordle Answer Today December 16: Hints and solution revealed for the today's puzzle #1641

Wordle players face a challenge with puzzle number 1641 on December 16, 2025. The word SEGUE proves tricky due to its spelling and pronunciation.

Transport department cracks down on driving school, 9 lose licences in Vizianagaram

Joint inspection of land acquired for Mysuru Airport expansion being conducted: Airports Authority of India

'No prima facie case made out against ex-CM Palaniswami,' TN govt tells HC

The Tamil Nadu government has cleared AIADMK leader Edappadi K Palaniswami of corruption charges. Allegations concerned the construction of 11 me

Indian Army receives final batch of Apache helicopters

The first batch was delivered after a delay of nearly 15 months from the original delivery schedule of May 2024, primarily due to global supply c

KC(M) faces crisis in Idukki after poll debacle

Telangana government welcomes UMEED portal deadline extension

Minister, and officials urge compliance

'Condemn in strongest terms': EAM Jaishankar on Sydney Hanukkah attack; reiterates India, Israel zero-tolerance policy on terrorism

India's External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar strongly condemned the terror attack at Sydney's Hanukkah celebration, emphasizing India and Israe

Jagan making allegations against PPP model for political gains, says Minister

Stepfather arrested in Chandrayangutta child murder case

Efforts On To Bring International Matches Back To Chinnaswamy, Says KSCA President

Prasad said the inaugural match of IPL-2026 would be conducted in Chinnaswamy stadium and stated We have oral communication but we want it in wri

Theatre brings together diverse social experiences, philosophies and linguistic traditions

Four-day multilingual theatre festival organised by Rangayana concludes in Kalaburagi

Is Dan Bongino OUT from FBI? Sources say the Deputy Director's tenure may be ending soon!

Court rules PSG must pay more than $70M to Mbapp in dispute over unpaid wages

Mbapp's lawyers claimed PSG owed him more than 260 million euros ($305 million), and PSG was seeking 440 million euros from Mbapp, citing damages

'Fatherly affection': Minority affairs minister Zama Khan defends Nitish Kumar in hijab video row; slams opposition for condemning act

Bihar's Minority Affairs Minister Zama Khan defended Chief Minister Nitish Kumar after he removed a woman doctor's hijab during a public event. K

India Needs To Strengthen Tech, Values To Become Developed Nation By 2047: Prez Murmu

Mandya (Karnataka), Dec 16 : President Droupadi Murmu on Tuesday said as India moves towards the vision of a developed nation by 2047, the countr

NIA arrests last absconding accused in Ramalingam murder case

Goa club fire case: Delhi-based Luthra brothers brought back, arrested; what we know

Goa nightclub fire owners, Gaurav and Saurabh Luthra, were deported from Bangkok to Delhi on Tuesday morning after fleeing India hours after the

Explosive clash at Kristi Noem's House hearing over Trump's border policy: 'F***ing disrespectful!'

Farmer killed after Tiruvaiyaru MLAs car hits two-wheeler near Orathanadu

Man sentenced to 20 years of RI for sexual assault on minor

Rally on Dec. 21 to seek Scheduled Tribes tag for Koli, Kabbaliga

SRH Full Squad, IPL 2026: List Of Players Bought By Sunrisers Hyderabad

SRH Full Squad, IPL 2026: Here is the full list of players bought by Sunrisers Hyderabad in the IPL 2026 auction.

M.B. Patil for revision of UDAN scheme to help flight operations

Three ministers of the Congress cabinet entered into a debate on operating flights utilizing the KKRDB funds

Start a Novel Journey with a Reading Diet

Be in a committed relationship with books, and you will never feel lonely, writes Neil Pate

Nearly 42 lakh voter names deleted in draft electoral rolls in Rajasthan

Rajasthan has removed nearly 42 lakh names from its draft electoral rolls. This action is part of a Special Intensive Revision process. Over 5 cr

Tamizh Desiya Periyakkam members stage demo