Rashmi Shukla, Maharashtra’s 1st Woman Top Cop, Retires
Rashmi Shukla, Maharashtra’s first woman Director General of Police (DGP), retired on Saturday, having completed 37 and a half years in the Indian Police Service.
After UP, Rajasthan Mandates Newspaper Reading In Government Schools
The Rajasthan government has made daily newspaper reading compulsory in all government schools in an effort to promote reading habits, improve vocabulary and enhance general awareness among students.
14 Maoists Killed In 2 Separate Encounters With Security Forces In Chhattisgarh
While 12 Maoists were killed in Sukma, two died in Bijapur district.
Haryana Class 12 Special Improvement Exam 2026 Postponed, Now From Jan 21
HBSE Class 12 Special Improvement Exam 2026: The exams will be held for Senior Secondary students from both the Academic stream and the Haryana Open School (HOS). A revised date…
BJP Alleges Rs 100 Crore Flood Relief Scam In Bengal, Cites CAG Report
The West Bengal Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Friday launched a sharp attack on the All India Trinamool Congress (TMC), citing a 700-page report by the Comptroller and Auditor General…
The Politics Behind IPL Controversy Over Bangladeshi Player In KKR
BJP leader Sangeet Singh Som today welcomed the Board of Control for Cricket in India’s (BCCI) decision instructing Bollywood star Shah Rukh Khan-owned Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) to release Bangladeshi…
How Difficult Is Admission To Massachusetts Institute Of Technology (MIT)
Admission to MIT demands far more than strong marks or test scores. The institute looks for students who can thrive in an intense academic environment, contribute meaningfully to campus life,…
T20 WC 2026: `Pakistan submit provisional squad; yet to make it public,` source
Ahead of the T20 World Cup 2026, Pakistan has submitted its provisional 15-member squad to the International Cricket Council (ICC), but has yet to make the list public, a source…
“Bangladesh Not The Same As Pakistan”: Former BCCI Official Questions Mustafizur Rahman’s Release Call
BCCI’s directive to KKR to release Bangladesh pacer Mustafizur Rahman from their IPL squad has drawn sharp criticism from a senior former board official.
Neeraj Chopra Focussing On Rehabilitation Of His Back Injury, Season Opener Not Known Yet
Star javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra is focussing on rehabilitation of his back injury he had suffered just before the World Championships last September.
Vijay Hazare Trophy: Rishabh Pant Hits Fifty In Big Delhi Win Over Services; Axar Patel Slams Century For Gujarat
Rishabh Pant overcame a patchy form to strike an unbeaten half-century as Delhi thrashed Services by eight wickets to return to winning ways in a fifth-round Vijay Hazare Trophy Group…
IPL 2026: BCCI ask Kolkata Knight Riders to release Mustafizur Rahman
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has asked Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) to release Bangladesh player Mustafizur Rahman from its squad ahead of the Indian Premier League…
What Is Delta Force, The Elite US Special Forces Unit That Captured Maduro
The US has carried out a major military operation in Venezuela, with President Donald Trump confirming that his counterpart, Nicolas Maduro, and his wife, Cilia Flores, were captured and flown…
3-Hour Drama, Security Scare As Drunk Man Climbs Temple Tower In Tirupati
A inebriated man climbed the tower of the ancient Sri Govindarajaswamy Temple in Tirupati, leading to a security scare and a three-hours-long operation to bring him to safety.
6-Year-Old Girl Allegedly Raped, Thrown From Roof In UP, 2 Arrested
In a horrific incident, a six-year-old girl was allegedly raped and thrown off the roof by the assailant in Uttar Pradeshs Bulandshahr district, resulting in her death.
Election Commission Details 91.46 Lakh Voter Discrepancy Cases In West Bengal
The Election Commission of India (ECI) has furnished a breakup of the 91.46 lakh “logical discrepancy” cases identified in the course of “progeny-mapping” during the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR)…
Ashes: Australia`s Steve Smith brushes off retirement speculations
Australia`s stand-in captain Steve Smith dismissed the retirement speculations ahead of the fifth and final Test match of the ongoing Ashes series at the Sydney Cricket Ground. Over the years,…
“Blaming Shah Rukh Khan Unfair, Revenge Not Fulfilled”: Ex India Star On Mustafizur Rahman’s Exit
Former cricketer Atul Wassan says blaming Shah Rukh Khan for Mustafizur’s release is unfair and removing one player changes little.
Vijay Hazare Trophy 2025-26 Round 5 Highlights
Vijay Hazare Trophy Highlights: India keeper-batter Rishabh Pant overcame a patchy form to strike an unbeaten half-century as Delhi thrashed Services by eight wickets.
India’s Squad For New Zealand ODIs: BCCI Sets Condition For Shreyas Iyer Return, Mohammed Shami Snubbed Again; Rishabh Pant In
Shubman Gill will lead a 15-man Indian team during the upcoming three-match ODI series against New Zealand, the BCCI announced on Saturday.
India vs New Zealand 2026 ODI Squad Announcement Highlights: Rishabh Pant Named In Shubman Gill-Led Team, Jasprit Bumrah Misses Out
India vs New Zealand 2026 ODI Squad Announcement Highlights: Shubman Gill will lead a 15-man India squad during the upcoming three-match ODI series, starting January 11, 2026.
Ashes: Steve Smith speaks about Australia`s delayed squad announcement
Australia`s stand-in captain Steve Smith said that the team is yet to decide on their final playing XI for the fifth Test match of the ongoing Ashes series. The Aussies…
Man Beaten Up In Bihar After Being Mistaken For Bangladeshi
A man was allegedly beaten up in Bihar’s Madhubani district after being wrongly suspected of being a Bangladeshi, police said.
Exclusive: Umar Khalid’s Father Recalls Meeting Zohran Mamdani In US
Jailed activist Umar Khalid ‘s father Syed Qasim Rasool Ilyas met then New York Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani, who wrote a letter to the former JNU student, thanking him for raising…
Foreign Medical Graduate Examination 2025 City Intimation Slip Released By NBEMS
Candidates registered for FMGE 2025 can download city intimation slips from emails or SMS. Document submission deadline extended to January 7, 2026 by NBEMS.
Sunny Deol reveals Dharmendra’s Haqeeqat inspired him to do Border
Bollywood actor Sunny, who attended the song launch Ghar Kab Aaoge from the upcoming film Border 2, has shared that he did Border because of his father, legendary actor Dharmendra.…
“Increased His Average And Authority Within The Team”: Irfan Pathan On India Star
Irfan Pathan also addressed the inevitable comparisons that follow prodigious Indian batters.
T20 World Cup 2026: Sonavale hopes his Oman switch is a hit!
A few years ago, Vikhroli-based batting all-rounder Karan Sonavale, 31, was aspiring to play for Mumbai. Presently, he is gearing up for the biggest stage — representing Oman at the…
Kartikeya hits ton for Rizvi in drawn game of Giles Shield
Kartikeya Sharma was the standout performer for Rizvi Springfield High School (Khar), thanks to his splendid century against Little Stars English High School (Worli) on Day Two of the Dream…
“Bowled Off Spin, Kept Wickets”: Jasprit Bumrah Reveals Stunning Story From College Days
Jasprit Bumrah has recalled a game he played in college, where he donned a much different role from what he is famous for – a toe-crushing, swinging pace.
Team India cricketer Jemimah Rodrigues` dog, Theo, passes away
The New Year got off to a tearful start for India women’s team batter Jemimah Rodrigues, who announced the passing of her beloved pet dog Theo on Friday. “Our goodest…
Ashes: Potts, Bashir in England’s 12-man squad for final Test
Seamer Matthew Potts and spinner Shoaib Bashir were included in a 12-man England squad for the fifth Ashes Test against Australia. Potts is the only unused fast bowler from their…
Usman Khawaja set to make his final international appearance for Australia
Usman Khawaja said on Friday he will retire from international cricket after the fifth and final Ashes clash against England, leaving a legacy as Australia’s first Muslim Test cricketer while…
Here are Usman Khawaja`s four blistering centuries at Sydney Cricket Ground
171 vs England (January 2018) After scoring just two half-centuries in the first four Tests, Usman Khawaja delivered a masterclass with a towering 171. Walking in to bat after opener…
Shraddha Kapoor says no to paps at Mumbai hospital, video goes viral
On Friday, Bollywood actress Shraddha Kapoor was spotted at a city hospital along with her father, veteran actor Shakti Kapoor. Paparazzi captured the actress from afar, and the videos soon…
Actor Tommy Lee Jones’ Daughter May Have Died Of Suspected Drug Overdose
Victoria Lee Jones was found unresponsive inside a luxury hotel in San Francisco on New Year’s Day.
“They Earned Rs 102 Per Hour In 2025”: Zomato Boss Defends Gig Work Model
Deepinder Goyal said Zomato delivery partners’ average earnings per hour, excluding tips, stood at Rs 102 in 2025.
Who Is Kim Ju Ae, Kim Jong Un’s Daughter And North Korea’s Likely Next Leader
Kim Ju Ae’s growing visibility alongside her father has led to intense speculation about her future role in North Korea’s tightly controlled leadership structure.
Delhi Wakes Up To Chilly Morning, Air Quality Improves To ‘Poor’ Category
The national capital on Saturday recorded a minimum temperature of 8.1 degrees Celsius, 1.2 notches above the season’s average, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD).
Telangana Passes Resolution Opposing Replacement Of MGNREGA With G Ram G
Amid opposition from the BJP members, the Telangana Legislative Assembly on Friday passed a resolution opposing the Centre’s move to replace the MGNREGA with VB G RAM G Act and…
Delhi Man Objects To Loud Music On New Year, Stabbed By Teens
New Year’s evening left a trail of blood in its wake in Delhi with three stabbings and a partially burnt body staining the start of 2026.
To Battle Pollution, Delhi Plans To Allow Private EVs To Operate As Cabs
Delhi is preparing a major overhaul of how people commute as rising pollution levels continue to plague the capital. The plan ranges from allowing privately owned EVs to operate as…
NTA Directs JEE Main 2026 Candidates To Verify Identity With Certified Documents
JEE Main 2026 candidates must confirm identity via attested certificates and photographs. NTA allows attestation from school officials or gazetted officers due to accessibility issues.
Not 1 Vote Cast, BJP, Shiv Sena Win 66 Seats In Maharashtra Civic Polls
Before even one vote has been cast in the long-overdue municipal corporation elections in Maharashtra, the BJP-Shiv Sena coalition has won 66 wards and Ajit Pawar’s NCP two.
How India’s Richest Civic Body BMC Earns And What It Spends On
BMC’s revenue has grown steadily over the decade and maintains a strong fixed deposit, interest on which forms a portion of its annual revenue.
India’s First AI Clinic Inaugurated At GIMS Greater Noida
The use of AI technology will enhance patient safety, reduce treatment time, and lead to more accurate medical decisions.
Have you heard? Akshay Kumar`s Bhooth Bangla to be postponed
A change in plan There seems to be a shuffle in Bollywood’s release calendar. Bhooth Bangla, Akshay Kumar’s upcoming horror-comedy, has reportedly been postponed from its previously announced April 2…
Anand Pandit: ‘It is the first time my Gujarati film is being remade’
Pratik Gandhi, Rajkummar Rao or Ayushmann Khurrana — producer Anand Pandit is spoilt for choice. He has three candidates in mind to headline the Hindi adaptation of his hit Gujarati…
Farhan Akhtar`s Excel Entertainment partners with Universal Studios
More than a year after businessman Adar Poonawalla acquired a 50 per cent stake in Karan Johar’s Dharma Productions, another partnership in the Indian film industry has come to fruition.…
Sanjay Leela Bhansali`s Love and War to hit theatres in August
On a set marked by star egos and a perfectionist filmmaker, many assume the atmosphere would be nothing short of dramatic. However, that is far from the truth on the…
Indore Civic Body Chief Sacked Over Water Contamination Deaths
Under fire over the death of at least four persons due to water contamination in Bhagirathpura area here, the Madhya Pradesh government on Friday sacked the Indore municipal commissioner and…
Indore Civic Body Chief Sacked Over Water Contamination Deaths
Under fire over the death of at least four persons due to water contamination in Bhagirathpura area here, the Madhya Pradesh government on Friday sacked the Indore municipal commissioner and…
Indore Civic Body Chief Sacked Over Water Contamination Deaths
Under fire over the death of at least four persons due to water contamination in Bhagirathpura area here, the Madhya Pradesh government on Friday sacked the Indore municipal commissioner and…
Bhupesh Baghel’s Son Granted Bail In Chhattisgarh Liquor Scam
The Chhattisgarh High Court on Friday granted bail to Chaitanya Baghel, son of former chief minister and senior Congress leader Bhupesh Baghel, in two cases related to the alleged liquor…
Bhupesh Baghel’s Son Granted Bail In Chhattisgarh Liquor Scam
The Chhattisgarh High Court on Friday granted bail to Chaitanya Baghel, son of former chief minister and senior Congress leader Bhupesh Baghel, in two cases related to the alleged liquor…
Bhupesh Baghel’s Son Granted Bail In Chhattisgarh Liquor Scam
The Chhattisgarh High Court on Friday granted bail to Chaitanya Baghel, son of former chief minister and senior Congress leader Bhupesh Baghel, in two cases related to the alleged liquor…
Maharashtra Pregnant Woman Walks 6 km From Village For Childbirth, Dies
A pregnant woman died after she walked for 6 kilometres as her village in Gadchiroli is cut off from the main road with no medical facilities for delivery, an official…
Maharashtra Pregnant Woman Walks 6 km From Village For Childbirth, Dies
A pregnant woman died after she walked for 6 kilometres as her village in Gadchiroli is cut off from the main road with no medical facilities for delivery, an official…
Maharashtra Pregnant Woman Walks 6 km From Village For Childbirth, Dies
A pregnant woman died after she walked for 6 kilometres as her village in Gadchiroli is cut off from the main road with no medical facilities for delivery, an official…
Priyanka Gandhi’s Son Raihan Vadra Announces Engagement With Throwback Photo
Raihan Vadra, son of Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi and businessman Robert Vadra, has announced his engagement to longtime partner Aviva Baig.
When Sandeep Reddy Vanga Wanted To Cast Ranveer Singh In Kabir Singh: “If It Was Him, The Box Office Would Be Higher”
Ranveer Singh turned down Kabir Singh because it felt “too dark” to him at the time
At Border 2 Song Launch Event, Varun Dhawan On Operation Sindoor: “We Are Fully Capable Of Answering Threats”
He stressed that it is important for the youth of the country to understand this, which is why films like Border continue to be relevant
Haryana’s Sex Ratio Rises To 923 In 2025, Highest In 5 Years
Haryana has seen a marked improvement in its sex ratio, which reached 923 in 2025, clocking a 13-point jump from 2024, with officials attributing the gain to several steps taken…
Man Arrested In Bihar For Circulating AI-Generated Fake Videos Of PM, President
A man was arrested in Bihar’s Muzaffarpur district on Friday for allegedly creating and circulating AI-generated fake videos and audio clips of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Droupadi Murmu,…
Properties Of 7 Pak-Based Men Attached In Jammu And Kashmir’s Kathua
Police on Friday attached immovable properties of seven people from Jammu and Kashmir’s Kathua district who are allegedly involved in anti-national activities while operating from Pakistan, officials said.
“Not Pre-Planned”: DK Shivakumar Denies BJP’s Allegations Over Ballari Clash
Karnataka Deputy CM DK Shivakumar has refuted the allegations levelled by the opposition Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) that the violent clash in Ballari was a “pre-planned conspiracy”, urging people to…
“BJP Works Independently, Not Remote Controlled By RSS”: Mohan Bhagwat
Mohan Bhagwat is on a two-day visit to Bhopal as part of the RSS’s centenary-related activities across the country.
“Bihar Girls Available For Marriage For Rs 20,000”: Uttarakhand Minister’s Husband Sparks Row
Girdhari Lal Sahu, husband of Uttarakhand minister Rekha Arya, has stoked a controversy for purportedly saying girls from Bihar are available for marriage at Rs 20,000-Rs 25,000.
“Can’t Eat, Sleep”: Owners Of Swiss Bar Where Fire Killed 40 Break Silence
Jessica Moretti was there at the time of the disaster and had suffered minor injuries but had been able to return home.
Deadly Swiss Bar Fire Started From Sparklers Or Bengal Candles: Officials
A fire at Le Constellation bar killed 40 New Year’s revellers and most of the 119 survivors were in a critical condition.
Radio Sangam: 1st Community Radio Station Along LoC Comes Up In J&K’s Rajouri
The first community radio station along the Line of Control has been set up in Jammu and Kashmir’s Rajouri district, strengthening information outreach in border areas, officials said.
Siddhant Chaturvedi-Pratibha Ranta Break Silence On Dear Comrade Hindi Remake: “No More Remakes”
The original Dear Comrade starred Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna in the lead roles
Yemen Separatists Launch 2-Year Independence Transition As Strikes Kill 20
Yemen’s UAE-backed separatists announced a two-year transition to independence Friday despite reporting 20 deaths in airstrikes from a Saudi-led coalition trying to roll back their weeks-long offensive across the country’s…
Iran’s Protests: What We Know So Far
Iran has been rocked this week by protests that started in Tehran and have spread to other cities, with at least six people killed in clashes with security forces.
2 Dead, 50 Houses Damaged As 6.5-Magnitude Earthquake Shakes Mexico
A 6.5-magnitude earthquake rattled Mexico’s capital and a tourist hotspot on the Pacific coast on Friday, killing at least two people and causing moderate damage in a small town near…
Delhi Legislative Assembly Winter Session To Begin On January 5
The winter session of the Delhi legislative assembly will commence on January 5 (Monday) and will go on till January 8.
Sunny Deol Says He Is “Shaken” After Father Dharmendra’s Death: “Won’t Be Able To Say Much”
Dharmendra died on November 24 at the age of 89
Don’t Link Cricket, Attack On Minorities: Shashi Tharoor On Shah Rukh Khan-KKR Row
Congress MP Shashi Tharoor on Friday said cricket should not be linked to attacks on minorities in Bangladesh, reacting to criticism over the selection of a Bangladeshi player by an…
16-Year-Old Dalit Boy Kidnapped, Assaulted By 5 Men In UP: Cops
A 16-year-old Dalit boy was allegedly kidnapped, stripped, and brutally assaulted by five men in the Cantt police station area here, police said on Friday.
3rd-Gen Thackerays Finalising Alliance Manifesto, Focus On Housing, Health
With the withdrawal of nomination forms complete, the stage is now set for a high-octane campaign battle between the BJP-Shiv Sena coalition and the Shiv Sena (Uddhav Balasaheb Thackeray)-MNS alliance…
From Subway Ride To Israel Backlash: Mamdani’s First Full Day As NYC Mayor
Less than 24 hours after throngs of ecstatic supporters poured into Manhattan for his history-making inauguration, Zohran Mamdani began his first full day of work with a routine familiar to…
Elon Musk’s Grok Under Fire After Complaints It Undressed Minors In Photos
Elon Musk’s Grok on Friday said it was scrambling to fix flaws in the artificial intelligence tool after users claimed it turned pictures of children or women into erotic images.
Farmer’s Viral Video Leads To Cross-Border Kidney Racket, 2 Doctors Arrested
A kidney racket whose network had spread across India has been busted after a farmer made a video on the matter. The video had gone viral.
Himachal College Student Dies After Sexual Assault, Professor Among 4 Charged
Three female students and a professor have been charged with ragging and sexual assault after a second-year student died in a college in Himachal Pradesh’s Dharamshala, the police said.
Centre’s Notice To X Over “Obscene, Sexually Explicit Content” On Grok
The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) has issued a stern notice to X Corp (formerly Twitter), citing failure to comply with statutory due diligence obligations under the Information…
Iranians Seek End To “Decades Of Repression”: Reza Pahlavi Amid Protests
Iran’s former Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi thanked US President Donald Trump for his support of the Iranian people, saying his message had given hope to those protesting against the country’s…
11 People Killed, 7 Injured As Bus And Truck Collide In Brazil
A head-on collision between a bus and a truck left at least 11 people dead on Friday in southern Brazil, the country’s Federal Highway Police said in a statement.
Mehbooba Mufti’s “Free Palestine” Post After Probe Against J&K Cricketer
The Jammu and Kashmir Police have formally launched a probe into a Kashmiri cricketer for sporting the Palestinian flag during a private tournament.
Ikkis movie review: Ikkis topon ki salaami, really!
Director: Sriram RaghavanCast: Agastya Nanda, Dharmendra. Jaideep Ahlawat, Simar BhatiaRating: 4 stars I COULD watch Ikkis twice. The second time on to notice more. The first time, of course, was…
Zelensky Says He Wants To Replace Ukraine’s Defence Minister
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Friday said he intended to replace his defence minister and had offered the position to his current minister of digital transformation, who is aged just…
Opinion: Opinion | The Audacity Of Abhishek Banerjee’s Yatra As A Political Revival
As Trinamool Congress (TMC) national general secretary Abhishek Banerjee steps into the vibrant landscape of Bengal with his latest yatra, “Abar Jitbe Bangla” (Bengal will win again), the air is…
Family establishes Zubeen Garg Trust to preserve his legacy
Wife of the late singer Zubeen Garg, Garima Garg, announced the formation of a new trust in the name of the cultural icon of Assam on Friday. The trust was…
Border 2: ‘Iconic track `Ghar Kab Aaoge’ launched at Longewala–Tanot
Marking one of the most defining and emotionally charged moments in its journey, Border 2 witnessed the grand launch of its song ‘Ghar Kab Aaoge’ at Longewala–Tanot, set against the…
Delhi Gets A Cleaner Start To 2026 As Air Quality Improves Slightly
Residents across Delhi and the National Capital Region (NCR) can breathe a little easier today. After a difficult stretch where the Air Quality Index (AQI) hit 380 yesterday.
Pratibha Ranta reacts to starring in Dear Comrade Hindi remake
Actress Pratibha Ranta has finally broken her silence on recent reports which claimed that she is set to star in the Hindi remake of Rashmika Mandanna and Vijay Deverakonda`s Telugu…
Nawazuddin Siddiqui recalls when Akshaye Khanna`s fans rejected his proposal
Actor Akshaye Khanna is currently the center of attention, whether it`s due to her box office success or the controversy surrounding it. He is receiving a lot of praise from…
What Caused Deadly Fire At Swiss Bar That Killed 40 On New Year’s Eve
Swiss investigators said Friday that they believe sparkling flares atop Champagne bottles ignited the fatal fire at a ski resort when they came too close to a crowded bar’s ceiling.
Freed Israeli Hostage Claims She Was Sexually Assaulted By Hamas Captors
Israeli former hostage Romi Gonen has said in a television interview that four Hamas militants sexually assaulted her during her 15 months in captivity in the Gaza Strip.
Close Shave As Plane Carrying 55 Veers Off Runway While Landing In Nepal
A turboprop passenger aircraft of Buddha Air veered off the runway while landing in Nepal’s Bhadrapur today, the airline said.
Who Is Christian Sturdivant, Accused Of Planning ISIS-Inspired Attack In US
An 18-year-old was arrested in North Carolina for plotting an ISIS-inspired attack at a local grocery store on New Year’s Eve.