Why Greenland Looks Bigger On The Map Than It Really Is
At first glance, Greenland appears almost as large as the entire continent of Africa on many world maps. In reality, Greenland is about 14 times smaller than Africa.
Woman Shot Dead By US Immigration Agent Was A Poet And Mother Of 3
A US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agent shot dead a woman in Minneapolis on Wednesday, officials said. Renee Nicole Good, 37, a resident of the Twin Cities, was shot…
OpenAI’s ChatGPT Health Can Be Linked With Medical Records, Wellness Apps
OpenAI on Wednesday launched a ChatGPT Health tab that answers healthrelated questions and lets users upload medical records and connect wellness apps such as Apple Health and MyFitnessPal.
He Was A CIA Agent. Then He Became Spy For Soviet Union
On April 28, 1994, Aldrich Ames confessed to giving Moscow sensitive US material.
Video: Iranian Cop Chased In Car, Shot Dead Amid Anti-Khamenei Protests
As protests over economic distress paralyse Iran’s law and order situation, a video has emerged showing a cop being killed by unknown assailants in a drive-by shooting in the southeastern…
Russia-Flagged Oil Tanker Seized By US Had Once Escaped Caribbean Sea
The tanker was intercepted by the US Coast Guard while sailing north between Iceland and Scotland.
Renowned Ecologist Madhav Gadgil Dies At 83
Noted ecologist Madhav Gadgil, known for his work on the Western Ghats, has passed away in Pune after a brief illness, family sources said on Thursday.
“Trump, Give Us Back Nico”: Venezuela Protesters Demand Maduro’s Return
Thousands of people marched in Venezuela Wednesday to demand the release of Nicolas Maduro, toppled and captured in the US assault, while an official video showed grieving relatives mourning those…
4 College Students Killed As Speeding EcoSport Rams Tree In Telangana
According to police, an EcoSport car bearing registration number AP31 DT 4899 was travelling at high speed and lost control near Mirzaguda Gate in Chevella. The car then hit the…
12 Suspended Congress Councillors In Maharashtra’s Ambernath Join BJP
Twelve newly elected councillors in the Ambernath Municipal Council, suspended by the Congress for aligning with the BJP after the polls, have formally joined the saffron party.
“Somnath Temple Attack Strengthened India’s Cultural Unity”: PM Ahead Of Visit
Ahead of his scheduled visit to Somnath on January 11 to participate in the Somnath Swabhiman Parv celebrations, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday shared memories from his earlier visits…
Research Associate Vacancy At Asian Development Bank Institute Tokyo
Apply for research associate roles at Asian Development Bank Institute Tokyo office by January 20, 2026, with required economics qualifications.
Shashi Tharoor Meets AI Teen Prodigy On Vande Bharat Train, Calls The Interaction “Illuminating”
Tharoor described the interaction as “illuminating” and praised the teenager’s work in making artificial intelligence more inclusive.
NMC Approves 450 Additional PG Medical Seats For 2025-26. Here’s What Next
Counselling authorities have been instructed not to wait for individual Letters of Permission (LOPs) from institutions, although the LOPs will be issued shortly.
‘Anti-National Activity Won’t Be Tolerated’: JNU On Slogans Against PM Modi
A protest at JNU sparked a controversy as objectionable slogans targeting Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah were allegedly raised over the denial of bail by…
1st Phase Of Census 2027 To Take Place Between April-September
The first phase of Census 2027– houselisting operations– will take place between April 1 and September 30 this year in all states and Union territories over a 30-day period specified…
“DMK Long-Term Ally”: Congress MP Manickam Tagore On Tamil Nadu Polls
With the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections drawing closer, Congress MP Manickam Tagore sought to dispel speculation about any rift within the INDIA bloc in the state, asserting that the…
Morocco Under Huge Pressure As Hosts Face Cup Of Nations Heat
Morocco are on a mission to win the Africa Cup of Nations in front of their own fans but the hosts must avoid buckling under the enormous weight of pressure…
Mumbai Woman Traces Mobile Snatched At Varanasi Ghat On Her Own
A Mumbai-based software engineer who had her mobile phone snatched at the Assi Ghat here managed to trace its location on her own and helped in its recovery, prompting action…
2 Dead, Several Injured In Salt Lake City Church Shooting In US
A shooting in Salt Lake City, Utah, at a Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints venue left two people dead and several wounded, local police told an ABC News…
Chinese Hackers Breach Emails Of US House Of Representatives: Report
A Chinese hacking group has compromised emails used by staff members of powerful committees in the US House of Representatives, the Financial Times reported on Wednesday, citing people familiar with…
Zepto Delivery Partner, 25, Killed In Bike-Bus Collision In Hyderabad
A 25-year-old delivery partner working for quick-commerce platform Zepto lost his life in a road accident in Hyderabad.
Google, AI Chatbot To Settle Lawsuit With US Woman After Son’s Suicide
Google and artificial intelligence chatbot maker Character Technologies have agreed to settle a lawsuit from a Florida mother who alleged a chatbot pushed her teenage son to kill himself.
“Baseless”: Sheikh Hasina Trashes Dhaka’s India Claim Over Leader’s Murder
Sheikh Hasina, Bangladesh’s former prime minister, has addressed the accusation against her Awami League party of orchestrating the killing of Bangladeshi student Sharif Osman Hadi last month.
“Erosion Of Security Threatens Minorities”: Sheikh Hasina On Hindus’ Killing
Hasina claimed to have worked to “curb the emergence of domestic terror units” and ensure peaceful coexistence of all religious groups during her regime.
Pariksha Pe Charcha 2026 Surpasses Previous Year’s Guinness World Record
PM Modi’s Pariksha Pe Charcha 2026 sees record 4.05 crore registrations from students, teachers, and parents ahead of the January event.
Hotel Call For ‘Analysis’, A Forced Back Rub: Teen Narrates Coach’s Assault
Ankush Bharadwaj, a Commonwealth Games gold medallist, has been suspended as a national shooting coach after a 17-year-old shooter accused him of sexually assaulting her in a hotel room
A Rare Sight: Black Deer Caught On Camera In West Bengal’s Kurseong
Sightings of black-coloured deer in India are extremely uncommon and usually represent genetic variations rather than a distinct species.
CMA Foundation December 2025 Results Out, Check Toppers Here
The Institute of Cost Accountants of India has declared the CMA Foundation December 2025 exam results. Vidhan Chabra from Jaipur tops with 380 marks.
Usman Khawaja’s Farewell Turns Emotional As England Make Big Gesture – Watch
Australian cricket team opener Usman Khawaja received a guard of honour from the England players as he walked out to bat for the last time in international cricket.
Actor Urmila Sanawar Questioned By Police In Ankita Bhandari Murder Case
Urmila Sanawar, the actress who caused a political storm in Uttarakhand with fresh allegations in the Ankita Bhandari murder case, was questioned by the police for several hours on Wednesday.
Manipur Violence: Court Orders Forensic Probe Of 48-Minute Audio Clip
The Supreme Court on Wednesday ordered forensic examination of the entire 48-minute audio recording which a plea has alleged that the leaked clip points to the role of former Manipur…
“Darkest Day Of My Life”: Vedanta Chairman’s Son Dies Of Heart Attack
Vedanta Chairman Anil Agarwal expressed grief over the sudden death of his son, Agnivesh Agarwal, who died at the age of 49 following a cardiac arrest in New York.
Grok Obscenity Row: X Sends Detailed Reply, Why Government Isn’t Satisfied
The government has asked X for more details, including specific action taken on obscene content linked to its Grok AI and measures to prevent a repeat in future, sources said,…
ONGC Oil Well Fire Under Control In Andhra, Residents Allowed To Return Home
After three days of firefighting and blowout control operations, authorities have declared it safe for residents evacuated from villages near the ONGC gas well fire in Andhra Pradeshs Dr. BR…
IndiGo Gets 1st Airbus A321XLR Aircraft, To Be Deployed For Athens Flights
Domestic carrier IndiGo on Wednesday received its first Airbus A321 XLR aircraft at the Delhi airport, and will be deployed for non-stop services to Athens from Delhi and Mumbai starting…
6.5 Crore Voters Removed From SIR Draft Lists Of 12 States
The names of 6.5 crore electors were removed from the draft electoral rolls of nine states and three Union territories published in the past days as part of the ongoing…
“New World Disorder”: Shashi Tharoor On US Capture Of Maduro
Congress MP Shashi Tharoor on Wednesday raised concerns about the recent US capture of the Venezuelan president, Nicolas Maduro, and said that the “law of the jungle of might is…
Top US Official Sergio Gor To Arrive In India This Week Amid Trade Talks
US ambassador-designate Sergio Gor, known to be a key member of President Donald Trump’s inner circle, is set to arrive in India in the next few days amid an estrangement…
‘Dont Take Us For Granted’: Court To Railways In Delhi Stampede Case
The Delhi High Court told the Indian Railways not to take it for granted as it expressed its displeasure over the national transporter’s failure to file an affidavit in a…
2 Dead After Fire Breaks Out At Commercial Building In Mumbai
Two persons died after a fire broke out in a four-storey commercial building in Mumbai’s Chandivali area on Wednesday evening, civic officials said.
Cabinet Panel Proposes Presenting Budget On Sunday, February 1
The Cabinet Committee on Political Affairs (CCPA) has agreed to propose January 28 as the date for the start of the budget session of Parliament and February 1 as the…
“India’s Reform Express”: PM Modi On 7.4% GDP Growth Estimate
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday referred to estimates of India’s Real GDP growing by 7.4% in 2025-26 and said that “India’s Reform Express” continues to gain momentum, powered by…
PM Modi To Address Rally At Abandoned Tata Nano Site In Bengal’s Singur
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is likely to address a public gathering in Singur, Hooghly district, on January 18, during his planned two-day visit to West Bengal.
Shaheen Afridi Targets India With “People Across The Border” Jibe, Gets Blasted On Social Media
Former Pakistan captain Shaheen Afridi, talking about the Asia Cup, made a controversial remark on Wednesday
Big Blow For India: Tilak Varma Undergoes Surgery Ahead Of T20 World Cup 2026
Indian cricket team batter Tilak Varma suffered an abdomen injury that can rule him out of the upcoming T20I series against New Zealand.
Napoli Scrape Draw With Lowly Verona As Leaders Inter Milan Look To Capitalise
Napoli came back from two goals down to draw 2-2 with lowly Verona on Wednesday, a result which gave Inter Milan the chance to pull away from the champions in…
“Darkest Day Of My Life”: Vedanta Chairman’s Son Dies Of Heart Attack
Vedanta Chairman Anil Agarwal expressed grief over the sudden death of his son, Agnivesh Agarwal, who died at the age of 49 following a cardiac arrest in New York.
Tej Pratap Yadav Meets Bihar Deputy Chief Minister, Fuels Tie-Up Speculation
After being sidelined by the RJD supremo and his father, Lalu Prasad Yadav, and shunned by his family, Janshakti Janata Dal chief Tej Pratap Yadav appears to be actively working…
“We Are Restricted Boys Of School”: Gurugram Students Perform Car Stunt
Police here on Wednesday filed an FIR in connection with a video on social media showing three boys hanging out of the windows of a moving car as the driver…
Pakistan Cruise Past Sri Lanka In T20I Opener
Pakistan underlined their credentials as serious contenders for the upcoming T20 World Cup with a commanding six-wicket win over Sri Lanka in the opening match of the three-game series.
Australia Win Final Ashes Test vs England, Give Memorable Farewell To Usman Khawaja
Australia clinched the final Ashes Test against England Thursday by five wickets to complete a dominant 4-1 victory after a gruelling series, sending the retiring Usman Khawaja out on a…
Who Is Ankush Bharadwaj: National Shooting Coach Accused Of Sexual Assault By 17-Year-Old Athlete
National shooting coach Ankush Bharadwaj was suspended by the National Rifle Association of India (NRAI) following sexual assault allegations by a 17-year-old athlete.
Breaking American Laws Can Have “Serious Consequences”: US Warns Students
The US Embassy in India on Wednesday said breaking American laws can have “serious consequences” for a student visa, as it termed a sojourn in the country a privilege, not…
US Tried To Buy Greenland Thrice, And Failed
President Donald Trumps renewed interest in acquiring Greenland from Denmark fits into a long, little-known pattern in US history.
$50,000 A Month: How Cash-Strapped Pak Lobbied Hard In US After Op Sindoor
Cash-strapped Pakistan, amid its severe economic crisis, spent millions of dollars to lobby its agenda in Washington, exposing the massive scale of diplomatic pressure Islamabad unleashed as it struggled to…
100 Died In US Attack That Ousted Maduro, Says Venezuela’s Minister
Venezuela’s interior minister Diosdado Cabello said late on Wednesday that 100 people died in the US attack which removed President Nicolas Maduro from power on Saturday.
Company Secretary Executive Entrance Test Mock Exam Scheduled For January 8
Candidates appearing for the January 10, 2026 CSEET can take a second mock test on January 8 arranged by ICSI. The test requires the Safe Exam Browser and will be…
Australia vs England 5th Test Day 5 Highlights: Australia Beat England By 5 Wickets, End Series 4-1
Australia vs England Highlights, 5th Test Day 5: Australia clinched the fifth and final Ashes Test against England on Thursday by five wickets to complete a dominant 4-1 victory.
IED Found At Terror Hideout in J&K, Destroyed In Controlled Explosion
A joint team of the army, police, and the CRPF busted a terror hideout in Dhorimal, Thanamandi, Rajouri, and recovered an improvised explosive device (IED).
Assam Man Killed in Police Firing After Machete Attack On Neighbours
A 41-year-old man, Ranjit Pandov, was killed in police firing in Assam’s Sivasagar district on Tuesday after he attacked his neighbours with a machete and later attempted to assault a…
Mustafizur Rahman’s Bangladesh Teammate Raises Question On IPL After KKR Star’s Exit
Bangladesh pacer Mustafizur Rahman, who was bought by Kolkata Knight Riders for Rs 9.20 crore at the IPL auction, saw his contract being cancelled after a BCCI mandate
Australia Great Picks India Star As ‘Future Of Test Cricket’. It’s Not Shubman Gill
As the legendary “Fab Four” era featuring Virat Kohli, Steve Smith, Joe Root, and Kane Williamson enters its final chapter, the cricketing world is buzzing about who will inherit the…
Trump Withdraws US From More Than 60 International Organisations
US President Donald Trump on Wednesday signed a proclamation withdrawing the United States from 35 non-United Nations organizations and 31 UN entities that “operate contrary to US national interests,” the…
Venezuela Says Oil Supply Negotiations With US Progressing
Venezuela’s state-run oil company PDVSA said on Wednesday it is progressing in negotiations with the United States for oil sales, as a board member for the company told Reuters the…
Venezuela To Purchase Only US-Made Products Under Oil Deal: Trump
In a major announcement, US President Donald Trump said on Wednesday that Venezuela would now purchase only American-made products with the money they receive from the new oil deal.
Trump Invites Colombian President To White House Amid Dispute
US President Donald Trump said Wednesday he was arranging to meet with his Colombian counterpart Gustavo Petro “in the near future,” days after threatening military action against the South American…
US, Denmark To Discuss Greenland Next Week, Says Marco Rubio
The United States Secretary of State Marco Rubio has said thathe will meet with the Denmark government to discuss Greenland next week.
What Are The Charges Against Venezuela’s Nicolas Maduro?
Nicolas Maduro, the president of Venezuela captured in a U.S. military raid, faces criminal charges in Manhattan, where federal prosecutors have targeted him for years.
White House Says Greenland Critical To Counter Russia, China In Arctic
The White House on Wednesday said the possible acquisition of Greenland remains under active discussion, framing the Arctic territory as strategically vital to US national security and to deterring the…
US Says To Dictate Venezuela Decisions And Oil Sales
US President Donald Trump’s administration said Wednesday it intends to dictate the decisions of Venezuela’s interim leaders and control the country’s oil sales “indefinitely” after toppling Nicolas Maduro.
Rs 91 Crore In Assets Seized By Probe Agency ED In Mahadev Betting App Case
The Enforcement Directorate’s (ED) Raipur zonal office has issued a provisional attachment order of Rs 91.82 crore in connection with alleged illegal betting operations linked to Mahadev Online Book and…
Trump Says He Wants To Ban Large Investors From Buying Houses
President Donald Trump said Wednesday that he wants to block large institutional investors from buying houses, saying that a ban would make it easier for younger families to buy their…
Trump Seeks 50% Hike In Defense Budget To $1.5 Trillion
President Donald Trump said Wednesday he wanted to increase the US defense budget by half next year to a giant $1.5 trillion to deal with “troubled and dangerous times.”
India, Europe Can Stabilise Global Economy: S Jaishankar In France
India is strengthening its relationship with Europe and both sides can bring more stability into the international economy and global politics, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said on Wednesday.
RJD Condemns Bihar Jewellery Shop Owners ‘Restricting’ Customers With Hijabs
A decision by a jewellery shop owners’ body in Bihar to restrict the entry of customers with covered faces, including women wearing hijabs or niqabs, has triggered political controversy in…
Neymar Flaunts Rs 525 Crore Luxury Fleet – A Batmobile Replica, Private Jet, Airbus Helicopter. Video Viral
Neymar has extended his stay with Santos until the end of 2026
Neymar Flaunts Rs 525 Crore Luxury Fleet – A Batmobile Replica, Private Jet, Airbus Helicopter. Video Viral
Neymar has extended his stay with Santos until the end of 2026
‘Pushpa’-Style Smuggling Attempt Foiled, Drugs Worth Rs 25 Lakh Seized
A smuggler from Punjab was caught using a custom-built, fake diesel tank under his truck to secretly transport narcotics across state lines.
US Immigration Agent Shoots And Kills Woman During Crackdown In Minneapolis
=A federal officer shot and killed a Minneapolis motorist when she allegedly tried to run over law enforcement officers during an immigration crackdown in the city, authorities said Wednesday.
Japan Nuclear Agency Official Loses Phone With Sensitive Information In China
An employee of Japan’s nuclear regulator lost his phone containing highly sensitive information in China while on a personal trip in November. The phone had the name and contact details…
White House Says Greenland Critical To Counter Russia, Chinese In Arctic
The White House on Wednesday said the possible acquisition of Greenland remains under active discussion, framing the Arctic territory as strategically vital to US national security and to deterring the…
Bangladesh Interested In Procuring JF-17 Jets Developed With China: Pakistan
Pakistan and Bangladesh air chiefs held talks on “potential procurement” of JF-Thunder fighter jets by Dhaka as a mark of deepening defence ties between the two countries, the Pakistani military…
2 Sandalwood Trees Worth Lakhs Stolen From Kerala Police Academy
Thieves managed to pull off a daring theft from one of the most heavily guarded locations in Kerala, stealing two sandalwood trees from the Kerala Police Academy campus in Thrissur…
‘Won’t Get Into Numbers’: Chief Minister Amid Confusion Over Indore Deaths
Deaths resulting from the consumption of contaminated drinking water in Indore continued to rise on Wednesday, with local records and families putting the number at 20, even as the Madhya…
Narrow Escape For MK Stalin As His Vehicle’s Tyre Burst On Way To Airport
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin had a narrow escape on Tuesday when a vehicle in which he was travelling suffered a tyre burst while returning to the Madurai airport…
Madhya Pradesh Artisans Allege Fraud After ‘Fake’ Stole Gifted To JP Nadda
The row broke out after Chief Minister Mohan Yadav presented a Bagh print stole to Union Health Minister JP Nadda during a public programme in Dhar.
MGR To Vijay: Tamil Nadu’s Changing Equation With Actor-Politicians
As Tamil Nadu gears up for the 2026 assembly elections, the highly charged atmosphere in the state is marked more by quiet mobilisation and narrative positioning than by loud campaign…
Shiv Sena Candidate Stabbed During Mumbai Civic Body Elections Campaign
Political tensions have escalated sharply in the run-up to the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) elections as a shocking act of violence was reported from Mumbai on Wednesday.
2-Year-Old Burnt To Death In House Fire In UP
A two-year-old girl died in a fire that broke out in her house in the Bakewar area of Etawah district on Wednesday, police said.
“Roads Should Be Clear Of Dogs And Stray Animals”: Top Court To Civic Bodies
Flagging non-compliances of rules and directions by civic bodies, the Supreme Court on Wednesday said that people were dying not only due to dog bites alone in the country but…
Engineer, 26, Falls From 16th Floor Of Building In Bengaluru, Dies
A 26-year-old, who had finished his education in electronic engineering in Europe and had returned to India recently to start working, died after falling from the 16th floor of a…
Denied CAPF Post Because Of Tattoos, Man Gets Them Removed, Is Rejected Again
Tattoos on multiple parts of his body have led to an aspirant being rejected for a post in the Central Armed Police Forces despite undergoing a procedure to remove them.
“Celebrate With Fireworks”: Omar Abdullah’s Attack After Medical College Shuts
Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has criticised the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Sangharsh Samiti’s celebration over the National Medical Commission’s decision to revoke recognition of the Mata Vaishno…
Ill Or Missing Mate? Kolkata Zoo Hippo Refuses To Leave Water For 14 Days
A young hippopotamus at Kolkata’s Alipore Zoo has refused to leave its water enclosure for the last 14 days amid a citywide cold wave.
“Samajwadi Leaders At Spot, Role To Be Probed”: Cops On Delhi Violence
A special team has been formed by the Delhi Police to investigate the violence that took place earlier today in Old Delhi.
BJP’s Northeast Patriarch, Ex-Minister, Vajpayee Aide Kabindra Purkyastha Dead
Assam BJP’s patriarch and former Union minister Kabindra Purkayastha passed away at Silchar Medical College on Wednesday. He was 94.
All-Round India U19 Crush South Africa U19 To Wrap Up 3-0 Clean Sweep
India U19 completed a dominant all-round performance in Benoni as they bowled out South Africa U19 for 160 to register a massive 233-run victory in the third Youth ODI and…
Bangladesh’s Strong ‘India vs Pakistan’ Retort After ICC Letter On T20 World Cup
BCB president Aminul Islam and government advisor Asif Nazrul addressed a press conference after the board issued the statement on the sensitive subject.
I Have Won The Worlds And Commonwealth Games Titles, Want An Olympic Medal: Nitu Ghanghas
An unexpected loss at the Nationals last year proved to be the jolt Nitu Ghanghas needed to reset her career trajectory, prompting the boxer to switch to the 51kg weight…