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BJP Stuns NCPNCP (SP) in Pune, Pimpri Chinchwad; Ajit Pawar to Discuss Loss

BJPs sweeping win in Pune with 119 seats leaves Ajit Pawar-led NCP trailing at 27, signalling a sharp shift in urban voter sentiment

Six children among 14 killed in road accident due to fog in Pakistans Punjab

Lahore, Jan 17 : At least 14 people, including six children, were killed when a truck carrying about a dozen passengers fell from a bridge due to

US, Pakistani troops conclude joint training exercise Inspired Gambit 2026 in Pabbi

Islamabad, Jan 17 : American and Pakistani troops concluded joint training at the National Counter-Terrorism Centre in Pabbi during exercise Insp

World Bank President Ajay Banga named to Board of Peace for Gaza redevelopment under Trump plan

New York/Washington, Jan 16 : Indian-American President of the World Bank Group, Ajay Banga, and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio are among the

Mother of all trade deals is loading: What it means for India

India and the EU are on the cusp of a landmark Free Trade Agreement, potentially dubbed the 'mother of all deals.' This pact, two decades in the

FAA urges pilots to exercise caution over eastern Pacific, citing military activities

Washington, Jan 17 : The Federal Aviation Administration has urged US aircraft operators to exercise caution when flying over the eastern Pacific

Infiltration Biggest Challenge For Bengal, Refugees Need Not Worry: PM At Malda Rally

Malda, Jan 17: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday mounted a sharp attack on the TMC government in West Bengal, alleging that large-scale in

Bengaluru Metro Costliest In Country Due To Fare Fixation Anomalies: Tejasvi Surya

Bengaluru metro travel now costs nearly twice as much as in Delhi, Mumbai, and Chennai, leading to a reduction in the number of metro users, the

Collector inspects KGH, gets complaints from patients of staff demanding money for treatment

The District Collector advised the family members of the patients not to pay any amount to hospital staff and to immediately report any such dema

Indian Navy training squadron on port call in Singapore under Act East Policy

Singapore, Jan 17 : Ships of the First Training Squadron of the Indian Navy, INS Tir, Shardul, Sujata and the Indian Coast Guard Ship Sarathi, ar

SBI Ends GMU Kolkata Lease, Civil Society Calls on RBI to Intervene

Bank Bachao Desh Bachao Manch urges RBI to step in as SBIs Global Markets Unit lease termination raises concerns over regulatory integrity and lo

Claims of hot air balloon emergency landing in Hyderabad false; it was a controlled touchdown: Flight Safety Chief

SBI terminates GMU Kolkata lease; civil society urges RBI to step in

Kolkata, Jan 17 : The State Bank of India has terminated the lease for its Global Markets Unit (GMU) premises in Kolkata, a move that has drawn o

RBL Bank Q3 net profit surges to 214 crore

Net Interest Income (NII) for the period grew 5%. The Net Interest Margin (NIM) was 4.63%

Naidu, Pawan Lay Foundation Stone for Mega Green Ammonia Project in Kakinada

18,000-crore AM Green project to export green ammonia to Germany, Japan and Singapore, generating thousands of jobs.

A.P. liquor scam: ED summons former MP Vijayasai Reddy

Assault on democracy: Gehlot alleges 1,300 fake objections in Alwar draft voter roll

Mr. Gehlot alleged that similar attempts were made across the State but were exposed in time.

Old Video Falsely Linked To Recent Drone Sightings Along India-Pakistan Border

The video dates back to May 2025 and shows suspected Pakistani drones being shot during Operation Sindoor.

Did soft Hindutva hit Uddhav hard? Behind the setback of Thackeray brand in BMC

The Shiv Sena (Uddhav Balasaheb Thackeray) and Raj Thackeray's Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) combine had framed the BMC polls as a battle to s

No Concern Over Jadeja's Form, One Wicket Will Bring Him Back: Siraj

Jadeja went wicketless in the first two ODIs against New Zealand in the ongoing series and could scalp only one batter in the preceding three-mat

Inaugural Global Economic Cooperation forum to held in Mumbai Feb 17-19

Mumbai will host the Global Economic Cooperation 2026 summit from February 17-19. This forum will bring together governments, investors, and indu

'Not even 5 percent of what he achieved': Manoj Tiwary hits out at Ryan ten Doeschate for comment on Rohit Sharma

Manoj Tiwary strongly criticised an India coach over a controversial remark on Rohit Sharma, stating the coach hasn't achieved even 5% of what th

Technology must be used for welfare of society, people should not become slaves to it: Mohan Bhagwat

RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat addressed young entrepreneurs in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar. He emphasized using technology for societal good without beco

Iran tensions easing, says Shashi Tharoor; cites halt to executions, softer US tone

Congress MP Shashi Tharoor noted positive developments in Iran, with cancelled executions and a toned-down US stance. He believes tensions are de

India's Gen Z Believes In BJP: PM Modi Cites Big BMC Victory In Bengal

India's Gen Z believes in the BJP's development mode, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said in Bengal today, citing the party's landslide victory in

Scientific, data-driven journalism key to fight disinformation, says N. Ram

India still has diversity in media ownership, but we also fare poorly in the World Press Freedom Index N. Ram, Rukmini S., and Samanth Subramania

Nutritionist-Approved Yoghurt Combinations For Everyday Health

Nutritionist Deepshikha Jain has shared a video on Instagram breaking down different yoghurt combinations and how each one supports a specific he

Bihu Attack Movie Review: Assamese cinema takes big leap, Dev Menaria delievers taut actioner with support of Arbaaz Khan, Daisy Shah, Rahul Dev

Asamese cinema, often known as Jollywood, is now ready to compete with the biggest of film industries in India, and Bihu Attack proves it. An ent

Pandit Kerekai Kamalakar Bhat Memorial Concert in Bengaluru on January 18

The programme begins with a vocal recital byKiran Kamalakar Bhat

Party had to split due to Sanjay Rauts actions: Sena spokesperson

Shiv Sena spokesperson Susieben Shah criticized Sanjay Raut for his remarks against Eknath Shinde. Shah stated Raut's actions caused the Shiv Sen

UP Board Introduces Mandatory Vocational Education In Class 9 And 11 From 2026

Singh said the initiative will help connect school education with employment by imparting practical knowledge and preparing students for future c

Karnataka inks MoU with Azim Premji Foundation for 1,000-bed charitable and super-speciality multi-organ transplant hospital in Bengaluru

The Foundation has set a target of spending 4,000 crore over the next five years to build and operate a 1,000-bed charitable super-speciality and

Tourist Arrivals Picking Up As Conditions Improve After Pahalgam Attack: CS Atal Dulloo

Jammu, Jan 17: Chief Secretary Atal Dulloo on Friday said that the tourism sector in Jammu and Kashmir, which suffered a major setback following

Diasporic narratives of Amrita Shah, Viji Krishnamoorthy and Saras Manickam are stories of survival, oceanic journeys, agencies, and activism: Radha Hegde

The diasporic narratives of Amrita Shah, Viji Krishnamoorthy, and Saras Manickam are stories of survival, oceanic journeys, agencies, and activis

'Asli poriborton': PM Modi says TMC converting 'infiltrators into voters' in Bengal - what he said

Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed a rally in Malda, West Bengal, advocating for asli poribortan and criticizing the Mamata Banerjee-led Trin

IND U19 vs BAN U19: Tensions flare as captains snub handshake during toss - Watch

Tensions rose ahead of the IND U19 vs BAN U19 World Cup clash as captains of both teams appeared to snub the customary handshake during the toss.

Caste Still Biggest Admission Form In India, Need Anti-Discrimination Law: Rahul Gandhi

New Delhi, Jan 17: On the 10th death anniversary of Dalit student Rohith Vemula on Saturday, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi said the reality for yo

Hindu man crushed to death in Bangladesh

The incident, which took place in Rajbari district, marks the latest in a spate of violence targeting Hindus in Bangladesh.

Good governance around Bengal, change needed: PM Modi in Malda

Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlighted development and connectivity during a rally in Malda, West Bengal. He stated the BJP has ended divisive

Malik thora galti ho gayi: DJ plays Microsoft Teams meeting sound at office party, sparks manager meme frenzy

An office party video is going viral. A DJ played the Microsoft Teams ringtone, a sound many dread. This unexpected mix with a popular meme line

Yes Bank sees improvement in asset quality, Q3 net profit surges 55% to 952 crore

The GNPA ratio at 1.5% in Q3FY26 was down 10 bps YoY and NNPA ratio at 0.3% was down 20 bps YoY

CBFC Chief Prasoon Joshi Breaks Silence on Toxic Controversy

Toxic stars KGF fame Yash in the lead. Geetu Mohandas is its director.

Watch: Justice D.Y. Chandrachud questions prolonged incarceration in Umar Khalid case | Lit for Life 2026

At The Hindu Lit for Life 2026, Justice D.Y. Chandrachud responds to a question on free speech, national security and the Unlawful Activities Pre

Republic Day Alert: Delhi, Other Cities on High Vigil Over Terror Threats

New Delhi: Ahead of Republic Day celebrations, Delhi and several other cities across the country have been placed on high alert following intelli

MRB exam candidates in Tamil Nadu request allocation of same centre for two exams

MRB is conducting the examinations to fill 1,100 vacant posts of assistant surgeon (general) and 299 vacant posts of assistant surgeon (general)

Congress MLA links beauty to rape; uses 'teerth phal' term citing scriptures; BJP asks Rahul Gandhi to sack him

Phool Singh Baraiya, legislator from Bhander in Datia, made the remarks during an interview to a media outlet and a video clip soon went viral on

Watch: Snowfall and rain likely in J&K as western disturbance approaches

India has worlds lowest data costs: Scindia

New Delhi: Union Communications Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia on Saturday said that India now has worlds lowest data costs and highest data usage

Delhis iconic Bahrisons Booksellers arrives in Hyderabad

The family-run independent bookstore with a collection of nearly five lakh books hopes to engage readers through interactive sessions

Mrunal Thakur, Dhanush wedding rumours: Truth behind all reports

Mumbai: Social media has been buzzing with one big question lately are Mrunal Thakur and Dhanush getting married? The rumour mill went into overd

Who was Ripon Saha? Hindu man crushed to death after trying to stop vehicle from leaving petrol pump without paying in Bangladesh; SUV driver, owner arrested

In another shocking death of Hindu man in Bangladesh, a man was crushed to death after he tried to stop a vehicle from leaving a petrol pump with

CJI lays foundation of integrated court complexes for six districts in Uttar Pradesh

Chandauli: Chief Justice of India Surya Kant on Saturday, January 17, laid the foundation of integrated court complexes for six districts in Utta

EPFO to Allow PF Withdrawals via UPI From April 2026

New Delhi: The Employees Provident Fund Organization (EPFO) is set to allow members to withdraw their provident fund balances directly into their

Bengaluru Rural MP flags need for 650-bed hospital at proposed RGUHS medical college campus in Ramanagara

The existing district hospital has 250 beds, and is located nearly 3 km from the new campus, posing challenges in integrating academic training,

Woman killed after tree falls on her car south of Wollongong as winds and rain batter NSW coast, thousands warned to stay indoors; all you need to know

A woman has died in New South Wales after a tree branch fell on her car. The incident occurred on Macquarie Pass during severe weather. Emergency

Quote of the day by William Wordsworth: What we need is not the will to believe

Quote of the Day invites readers to reflect on how they engage with ideas, traditions and information. Rather than promoting belief without scrut

New year resolution for 2026: save Indias bees

At a time when Indias native pollinators are declining, and the government is toying with ideas like genetically modified insects, ordinary citiz

Kerala takes responsible investment pitch to Davos, Rajeeve to lead team

Kerala is set to showcase its strengths at the World Economic Forum in Davos. A delegation will highlight the state's commitment to sustainable a

Fresh unrest in Murshidabad, police resort to baton charge to disperse mobs

Superintendent of Police, Murshidabad said that there were blockades put up by mobs which have been cleared after police action.

Why Payroll Modernization Has Become a Strategic Imperative for Global Enterprises

Payroll platforms on the way to digital transformation and modernization

Not regular activity: MEA clarifies India did not participate in 'BRICS Naval Exercise'

India clarified that the 'BRICS Naval Exercise' was a South African initiative, not a regular BRICS activity, with India not participating. The d

Ashok Gehlot alleges nearly 1,400 fake objections in Alwar draft voter list

Congress leader Ashok Gehlot has raised serious concerns over electoral roll revisions in Ramgarh, Alwar. He claims a BJP election agent filed 1,

PCB set to announce early start for Australia series due to weather conditions

Lahore: The Pakistan Cricket Board is set to announce an early start to the three-match T20 series against Australia later this month due to the

PM Modi Flags Off Indias 1st Vande Bharat Sleeper Train From Malda

Malda, Jan 17: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday flagged off Indias first Vande Bharat sleeper train between Howrah and Guwahati (Kamakhya

How health goes beyond the body | Lit for Life workshop

Priti Chawla emphasises fitness and health through a holistic approach that seamlessly aligns mindful living with physical workouts

Hyderabad Police Impose Traffic Curbs at Chowmahalla Palace

To ensure smooth flow of traffic, the Hyderabad police will restrict roads for all types of vehicular movement from 2 pm to 11 pm near Chowmahall

Watch | Bengaluru Metro fares highest in India, reduce prices or face mass protest: Tejasvi Surya

Six children among 14 killed in road accident due to fog in Pakistan's Punjab

A tragic accident occurred in Pakistan's Punjab province. A truck carrying 23 passengers, mostly a family, fell from a bridge in Kot Momin. Dense

12 held for selling Chinese Manja worth Rs 1.88 lakh in Hyderabad

Hyderabad: As many as 12 people were arrested on Friday, January 16, for selling Chinese Manja worth Rs 1.88 lakh in Hyderabad and the police sei

Unaware Of His Owner's Death, Dog In China Continues To Wait For Him Every Day

Chen Zhi, the manager of Shanghai Jiege Pet Animal Garden, told the media that Ah Wang may be suffering from deep psychological trauma after his

Rashtrapati Bhavan to Remain Closed for Visitors From Jan 2129

New Delhi, Jan 17: Rashtrapati Bhavan will remain closed for public visits from January 21 to 29 in view of the upcoming Republic Day Parade and

The Day Ayatollah Khomeini Returned To Iran After 14 Years In Exile

Ayatollah Khomeini returned to Iran on February 1, 1979, after 14 years in exile, with millions lining the streets to witness his homecoming.

Hindu Petrol Pump Worker Killed In Dispute Over Unpaid Fuel In Bangladesh

The incident, which took place on Friday in Rajbari district, marks the latest in a spate of violence targeting Hindus in Bangladesh.

Rising gold rates in Hyderabad outperform stock market returns

Hyderabad: Gold rates in Hyderabad and other Indian cities have once again reached near an all-time high record and continued to outperform stock

A Owaisi's Message As AIMIM Puts Up Grand Show In Maharashtra Civic Polls

Thanking the people of Maharashtra for electing 125 of its candidates as corporators in various Municipal Corporations in the western state, AIMI

Shivakumar scraps Davos tour to attend party meetings ahead of Assam polls

Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar has cancelled his Davos trip for the World Economic Forum. He will attend meetings in New Delhi reg

Chaos In Iran Could Cost India Dearly

India and Iran have maintained a strong partnership for decades, connected by history, geography, and shared interests. This relationship isn't j

India's Diabetes Burden: Healthy Eating Tips To Reduce Risk Of Type 2 Diabetes

If you're pre-diabetic, you can make certain diet and lifestyle changes to reduce your risk of developing type 2 diabetes. Here are some healthy

China Blocks Nvidia H200 AI Chip Imports Despite US Export Clearance

Chinese customs authorities this week told customs agents that Nvidia's H200 chips are not permitted to enter the country.

Reservations for Corporation Mayors and Municipal Chairpersons Finalized in Telangana

Women to get 50% reservation; GHMC and several major civic bodies reserved for women candidates.

Tech and poetry, a perfect blend for an ever-changing world

Ravi Shankar Etteh reflects on poetry, AI and writing

Senior Maoist among two killed in encounter with security forces in Chhattisgarh

Security forces eliminated two Naxalites in Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh. Senior cadre Dilip Bedja was among those killed in the encounter. The

Border 2: Anu Malik reveals shocking secret of iconic song Sandese Aate Hain, says 'there was no poetry'

Anu Malik's tune for 'Sandese Aate Hain' was initially rejected, but Javed Akhtar suggested it for Border; despite finding the lyrics long, Anu c

Maharashtra politics: BJP expands footprint as rivals shrink

The BJP has expanded its political presence in Maharashtra. This follows a strong performance in the November 2024 assembly elections. The party

Rashtrapati Bhavan To Be Closed For Public Visits From January 21 To 29

New Delhi, Jan 17: The Rashtrapati Bhavan (Circuit 1) will remain closed for the general public from January 21 to 29 in view of the upcoming Rep

Congress Madhya Pradesh MLA Phool Singh Baraiya's shocking remarks on Rape, 'Adivasi' women: 'Kaun si ati sundar stree hai...'

Congress MLA from Madhya Pradesh, Phool Singh Baraiya's disgusting comment on rape and scheduled caste women, has stirred a political storm. He j

2026 Iran protest: Family searches corpses, buries daughter roadside

Beirut: Robina Aminians family believes the college student was killed by a bullet fired by Iranian security forces at close range, straight into

U19 World Cup: Bangladesh opt to field against India

India is playing an unchanged side in the U19 World Cup opener

Fiorentina Owner Rocco Commisso Dies At 76

Both Fiorentina and Mediacom announced Commisso's death early Saturday without providing a cause

Bishnoi gang threatens singer B Praak, seeks Rs 10 crore in extortion

Chandigarh: Punjabi singer B. Praak has received a death threat from a Lawrence Bishnoi gang member, who reportedly demanded Rs 10 crore and thre