“Conspiracy”: Delhi Files Complaint Over Viral ‘Teachers Counting Dogs’ Claim
The Delhi Directorate of Education has approached the police following viral social media posts claiming that government school teachers were tasked with counting stray dogs.
Karnataka Study Finds 91% Believe Polls Are Fair, BJP Hits Out At Congress
A study by a Karnataka government agency that found the people of Karnataka largely believe that elections are free and fair and that Electronic Voting Machines deliver accurate results, had…
Bobby Deol reacts as Esha Deol remembers Dharmendra on New Year
Esha Deol rang in the New Year, spending the evening quietly in Dubai. As she celebrated her first New Year without her late father, legendary actor Dharmendra, she remembered him…
3 Questions For Indian Cricket In 2026: Suryakumar Yadav’s Form, Gautam Gambhir’s Coaching And The Issue Of Home Tests
The Indian cricket team walks into 2026 with the prospect of winning three world titles and the challenge of redeeming its reputation as a top-notch Test side
“Petrol Poured On His Head”: Wife Of Hindu Man Attacked In Bangladesh
The devastated wife of a minority Hindu man, who was attacked with sharp weapons and set afire in Bangladesh, is at a loss for words.
6 Killed In Iran Protests Over Economy As Inflation Hits 42%
Widening demonstrations sparked by Iran’s ailing economy spread Thursday into the Islamic Republic’s rural provinces, with at least six people being killed in the first fatalities reported among security forces…
Video: After 78 Years Of Independence, Himachal Village Gets Its First Road
While India sent missions to space, built highways across mountains and connected its cities with expressways, a small village in Himachal Pradesh waited 78 years for something far more basic:…
Russia To Share Proof Of “Ukrainian Strike” On Putin’s Residence With US
Russia said on Thursday it had extracted and decoded a file from a Ukrainian drone downed earlier this week that it said shows it had been targeting a Russian presidential…
4 Killed As Car Collides With Truck Near Bridge In Himachal Pradesh: Cops
At least four people lost their lives after a car collided with a truck near the Bhootnath Bridge in the Kullu police station area on Thursday, police said.
Woman Ends Life By Jumping In Well With Son, 3, In Maharashtra: Cops
A woman allegedly ended her life by jumping into a well along with her three-and-a-half-year-old son in Beed district of Maharashtra, police said on Thursday.
Man Kills 3 Minor Sons, Dies By Suicide In Andhra Pradesh: Cops
A man allegedly killed his three minor sons and later died by suicide by hanging at his residence here in Nandyal district, police said on Thursday.
‘200 People Tried To Escape In 30 Seconds’: Witness Recalls Swiss Fire Horror
Soon after midnight, a fire ripped through a bar’s New Year celebration in a Swiss Alpine resort. Dozens of people are feared dead, and about 100 more are injured, most…
Mother Waited Years, Got 10 Months With Grandson: Man On Indore Water Tragedy
She became a grandmother but didn’t even get 10 months with her grandson. Urmila Yadav was healthy by every measure that mattered.
CBSE Issues Reminder On Class 10, 12 Practical Exams 2026, Shares Key Instructions
CBSE Practical Exams 2026: Schools have been instructed to strictly follow the Board’s guidelines to ensure smooth and timely execution of all assessments.
New Year Rush: Delhi Zoo Welcomes Over 25,000 Visitors
The Delhi zoo witnessed a significant spike in visitor footfall on New Year’s Day, with the numbers rising by nearly 86 per cent on Thursday as compared to regular weekdays…
On Sabarimala Gold Theft, P Vijayan Raises Questions On Sonia Gandhi Again
Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan, on Thursday, ruled out the need for a Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) probe at this stage into the Sabarimala gold heist case.
“If System Was Unfair…”: Deepinder Goyal On Gig Workers’ Strike
Delivery platforms Zomato and Blinkit have achieved record delivery numbers on New Year’s Eve, despite calls for strikes over the past few days, said their founder and Chief Executive Officer…
Probe Agency Suspects More Gold Lost From Sabarimala Than Recovered So Far
The Special Investigation Team (SIT) probing the Sabarimala gold loss case suspects that more gold was lost from the temple than what has been recovered so far from the prime…
36-Year-Old Autorickshaw Driver Stabbed To Death In Bengaluru: Cops
An unidentified man allegedly stabbed a 36-year-old autorickshaw driver to death in the early hours of Thursday here, police said.
One Big Snub And Mohammed Shami’s Likely Return: India’s Likely Squad For NZ ODIs
It is an open secret that at least one member in the Indian team management doesn’t exactly like Rishabh Pant’s high-risk high-reward batting template and would like him to employ…
Lionel Messi Extends New Year Wishes To Fans, Posts Pictures With Family
Argentina’s FIFA World Cup-winning football icon Lionel Messi extended Happy New Year wishes to his fans and shared a picture with his family on Thursday.
Lionel Messi Extends New Year Wishes To Fans, Posts Pictures With Family
Argentina’s FIFA World Cup-winning football icon Lionel Messi extended Happy New Year wishes to his fans and shared a picture with his family on Thursday.
‘Marriage Not Enough For Green Card’: US Immigration Attorney Warns Couples
An immigration attorney has thrown light on the fact that marrying a US citizen will no longer guarantee a Green Card.
3 Killed In Iran Protests Over Economy As Inflation Hits 42%
Protesters and security forces clashed in western Iran on Thursday, with three people reported killed, the first deaths since the cost-of-living demonstrations broke out.
‘Killed’ To Avoid Killing: Ukraine Fakes Death Of Anti-Putin Russian Fighter
Ukraine staged the death of an anti-Kremlin Russian fighter to prevent his killing ordered by Moscow’s special forces, Ukrainian military intelligence announced Thursday.
24, Including A Child, Killed In Ukraine’s New Year Attack: Russia
Russia accused Ukraine on Thursday of killing at least 24 people, including a child, in a drone strike on a hotel and cafe where civilians were seeing in the New…
Somaliland Says Won’t Host Israeli Military Base In Return For Recognition
The breakaway region of Somaliland on Thursday denied allegations by the Somali president that it would take resettled Palestinians or host an Israeli military base in exchange for Israel recognising…
Brazil Top Court Denies Ex-President Jair Bolsonaro’s Plea For House Arrest
Brazil’s Supreme Court has rejected former president Jair Bolsonaro’s request to convert his prison sentence for plotting a coup to house arrest, according to a ruling published Thursday.
UP Cop ‘Scans’ Man With Mobile Phone, Calls Him Bangladeshi. Video Viral
The Uttar Pradesh Police have come under criticism and ridicule on social media after their personnel were seen doing the impossible in Ghaziabad near Delhi.
Bengal Comeback Likely For BJP Veteran Dilip Ghosh Before Election
The 61-year-old Dilip Ghosh, a former Lok Sabha MP, is one of the more prominent faces of Bengal politics and one of the Bharatiya Janata Party’s seniormost leaders in the…
21-Year-Old Killed In Iran Protests Over Economy As Inflation Hits 42%
One man was killed in Iran on Wednesday night, state television said, the first death reported after days of demonstrations over high inflation that mark the most significant unrest since…
Irfan Pathan Feels Playing WPL Ahead Of Women’s T20 World Cup Will Benefit Team India
As the Indian women’s team enters a new year after having won their maiden 50-over World Cup last year, Irfan Pathan backed the Women in Blue to do well in…
Robin Uthappa Names Two Promising Young Indian Cricketers To Watch Out For In 2026
Former Indian cricketer Robin Uthappa picked young women’s batting sensation Pratika Rawal and hard-hitting number three Tilak Verma as Indian players to watch out for this year.
Ashwin concerned about future of ODI after Virat and Rohit`s retirement
Former Team India cricketer Ravichandran Ashwin feels that the One-Day International (ODI) format will struggle for its survival after stalwarts Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma draw curtains on their careers.…
Hindu Man Attacked, Set On Fire In Bangladesh, Escapes By Jumping Into Pond
Khokon Das, another Hindu man, was attacked by a violent group in Bangladesh. The 50-year-old was injured after the attack and set on fire. The incident took place on December…
Tied To Pole, Dragged By Hair: Newlywed Man Assaulted By In-Laws In Andhra Pradesh
A brutal case of vigilante violence came to light in Andhra Pradesh’s Eluru district after a young man was publicly humiliated and assaulted for marrying his long-time partner against her…
“Attempt To Defame”: Temple After Couple Claims They Found Snail In Prasad
The Gopalpatnam police in Andhra Pradesh have launched an investigation into the viral “snail in prasadam” controversy at the Sri Varaha Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy Temple in Simhachalam.
On CCTV, Speeding Car Rams Girl On Pavement In Bengaluru, She Survives
A speeding car driven by a man allegedly under the influence rammed a girl on a pavement in Bengaluru’s Sahakara Nagar.
“Want Nice, Thin Blood”: Trump Says He’s Taking More Aspirin Than Prescribed
US President Donald Trump said in an interview with the Wall Street Journal that he is taking a larger daily dose of aspirin than his doctors recommend.
Adam Gilchrist Shares Crucial Health Update On Damien Martyn After Induced Coma
Damien Martyn, one of the most decorated Australian cricketers in the 2000s and a part of their golden era, is in a Queensland hospital battling meningitis after falling ill on…
Sanjana Ganesan shares adorable pictures with Jasprit Bumrah and son Angad
Team India`s lead pacer Jasprit Bumrah`s wife and sports presenter Sanjana Ganesan shared a post on her official social media handle from their New Year`s bash. The first picture shows…
Barcelona Derby And No Kylian Mbappe For Real Madrid As La Liga Returns For New Year
La Liga returns to action after a one-week Christmas hiatus this weekend with a full round of matches.
“Attempt To Defame”: Temple After Couple Claims They Found Snail In Prasad
The Gopalpatnam police in Andhra Pradesh have launched an investigation into the viral “snail in prasadam” controversy at the Sri Varaha Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy Temple in Simhachalam.
Jadavpur University Student Says She Was Asked To Remove Hijab, Panel Probes
The West Bengal Minorities Commission has initiated an inquiry into allegations that a hijab-wearing student of Jadavpur University was asked to remove her headscarf during an English examination on December…
167 Indians In Pak Await Return Despite Completing Sentences: Centre
Under provisions of the bilateral Agreement on Consular Access 2008, India and Pakistan on Thursday exchanged, through diplomatic channels, simultaneously in New Delhi and Islamabad, the lists of civil prisoners…
Video: Spire Of 150-Year-Old Amsterdam Church Collapses During Fire
A huge inferno destroyed a 19th-century Amsterdam church Thursday, as the Netherlands endured an unsettled New Year’s Eve with two dead from fireworks and “unprecedented” violence against police.
Saudi Arabia Carried Out Record 356 Executions In 2025
Saudi authorities executed 356 people in 2025, according to an AFP tally, setting a new record for the number of inmates put to death in the kingdom in a single…
Telangana Rakes In Rs 5,102 Crore From Liquor Sales In December 2025
Telangana’s liquor sales reached a historic high in December 2025, with the state exchequer raking in a record-breaking Rs 5,102 crore.
“‘Golden Hour’ Medical Care Could Have Saved Delhi BMW Crash Victim”: Cops
Navjot Singh – the Delhi man who died after a BMW X5 SUV driven by Gaganpreet Kaur rammed his motorcycle – was alive for 15 minutes after the crash and…
School Assembly News Headlines (Jan 02): Top National, World, Sports, Education Updates
School Assembly News Headlines (January 02): Staying updated on important national, international, sports, and education news sharpens the mind and helps students become informed citizens.
No Participation Fee, Financial Responsibility By AIFF Among Conditions From Clubs For ISL Restart
13 of the 14 ISL clubs told AIFF that they “may be ready and willing” to take part in the delayed season if there is no participation fee and the…
Ashes: Australia announce 15-member squad for Sydney clash
Ahead of the fifth and final Test match of the ongoing Ashes series against England, Australia announced its 15-member squad, cricket.com.au confirmed. In the absence of regular skipper Pat Cummins,…
Ashes: Usman Khawaja to break silence over his Test future
Ahead of the fifth and final Test match of the Ashes series against England, Australia`s veteran opening batsman Usman Khawaja is set to break the silence over his future in…
BCCI Told To Schedule Triangular Series Amid Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma’s ODI Future Debate
With the two batting stalwarts no longer active in Tests and T20Is, interest in ODI cricket has gone up a notch due to Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma’s unmissable presence.
Cricketer Plays Match In J&K With Palestine Flag on Helmet, Summoned By Cops
A controversy has erupted over the use of the Palestinian flag by a cricketer during a domestic league match in Jammu and Kashmir. Furqan Bhat had used a Palestinian flag…
Check Ramanujan Fellowship Details For Indian Scientists From Abroad
The fellowship is open to Indian origin scientists below 40 abroad, providing Rs 1.35 lakh monthly and Rs 7 lakh annual research grant for five years.
‘Need Awareness, Education’: Himanta Sarma On Tripura Student’s Murder In Dehradun
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has called the killing of Tripura student Anjel Chakma for objecting to people using racial slurs in Uttarakhand a “sad and unfortunate” incident.
IIT Indore Invites Applications For Faculty Posts, Salary Up To Rs 2.59 Lakh Per Month
IIT Recruitment 2026: This is a major opportunity for candidates looking to build a teaching career at a premier institute. Interested and eligible candidates can apply for these posts till…
Watch: BBL Player Suffers Huge Embarrassment After Fiery Send-Off To Australia Star
An embarrassing moment took place for Perth Scorchers’ Mahli Beardman during the side’s Big Bash League 2025-26 game against Hobart Hurricanes at Bellerive Oval.
Ashes: Australia`s Todd Murphy speaks about pitch at Sydney Cricket Ground
Ahead of the fifth and final Test match of the Ashes series against England, Australia`s spinner Todd Murphy is hopeful of making his appearance in Sydney. He missed out on…
Australian PM Anthony Albanese Hosts Aussie, England Players For Annual New Year’s Day Reception
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese hosted players from the Australian and England cricket teams ahead of the final Ashes Test at Kirribilli House for his annual New Year’s Day reception…
“No Thanks”: Australia Great Declines Suggestion To Coach Indian Test Team
Former Australian cricketer Jason Gillespie declined a suggestion to coach the Indian Test team as they face struggles in the longest format of the game
World Cup Ambitions, Asian Games Title Defence Headline New Year For Indian Hockey
Following a year of significant achievements, the Indian Hockey team will enter 2026 with an action-packed schedule featuring several marquee international tournaments.
Premier League Club Chelsea Parts Ways With Head Coach Enzo Maresca
Enzo Maresca left his post as Chelsea head coach on Thursday after a reported deterioration in his relationship with the Premier League club’s hierarchy.
“Traitor”: BJP Leader Slams Shah Rukh Khan As KKR Buys Bangladeshi Player
Sangeet Som, a former member of the Uttar Pradesh Legislative Assembly, called Shah Rukh Khan a “traitor” for buying Bangladesh’s fast bowler Mustafizur Rahman in the IPL.
“Speak Mother Tongue At Home”: RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat Amid Language Row
Many BJP leaders praised the RSS chief’s remarks, saying his message “underscored the inclusive nature of Indian identity”.
Trump Gets Wrong Country, Wrong Bird In Rant Against Windmill
US President Donald Trump has blamed wind turbines for killing iconic American bald eagles in a year’s end social media post that hit on one of his pet peeves.
“He Vomited, Died”: Family Loses 6-Month-Old To Indore’s Contaminated Water
A family has lost its six-month-old son, who was born after 10 years, after falling sick due to alleged consumption of contaminated water in Indore district.
PM Modi Congratulates BJP’s New Thiruvananthapuram Mayor After Historic Win
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday congratulated the newly elected Thiruvananthapuram Corporation Mayor VV Rajesh and his deputy GS Asha Nath after the BJP’s historic win in the local body…
Rajnath Singh Signs Condolence Book For Zia At Bangladesh High Commission
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday signed the Condolence Book in the High Commission of Bangladesh in Delhi.
Kerala Church Groups Protest Over Painting They Claim Insults ‘Last Supper’
An art exhibition at Kerala’s Kochi-Muziris Biennale has been temporarily closed after protests erupted over a painting that Christian groups alleged insulted the depiction of Jesus Christ’s ‘Last Supper’.
Commercial LPG Cylinder Price Hiked By Rs 111, Domestic Rates Unchanged
The price of commercial LPG cylinders has been increased with effect from Thursday, January 1, bringing some pressure on costs to hotels, restaurants and other commercial users at the start…
Air India Pilots Issued Show Cause Notice For Operating Boeing Dreamliner Despite Snags
The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has warned of strict action and asked the pilots to respond within 14 days.
NMC Clarifies Rules For BS Students Admitted Before FMGL 2021 Rollout
The NMC said the requirement has been introduced to ensure “adequate clinical exposure to the Indian healthcare system, alignment with national treatment protocols, and adherence to prescribed standards of patient…
Jammu And Kashmir Cricket Association Breaks Silence On Star Playing With Palestine Flag On Helmet
As per reports, Furqan Bhat has been called in by police along with the league’s organiser, Zahid Bhat, for questioning.
Australia Great Tears Into Babar Azam On Live TV After Pak Star’s Latest BBL Fifty
While there was a huge roar in the stadium for Babar Azam following his half-century, his intent was questioned by the Australia great.
“Play Like Cheteshwar Pujara, Ajinkya Rahane”: Ex-India Star’s Blunt Take On MCG Pitch Controversy
The Boxing Day Test at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) concluded in just two days, with England claiming a narrow four-wicket win last week.
‘Heavens Won’t Fall If…’: Allahabad High Court Slams Trial Court Decision
The Allahabad High Court has come down heavily on a trial court while hearing a criminal revision petition from Meerut.
‘Heavens Won’t Fall If…’: Allahabad High Court Slams Trial Court Decision
The Allahabad High Court has come down heavily on a trial court while hearing a criminal revision petition from Meerut.
Explosives, Ammunition Dropped By Pak Drone Recovered Near Line Of Control
Security forces in Jammu and Kashmir on Thursday foiled Pakistan’s sinister plot of using aerial vehicles to smuggle an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) and ammunition into the Poonch sector.
Explosives, Ammunition Dropped By Pak Drone Recovered Near Line Of Control
Security forces in Jammu and Kashmir on Thursday foiled Pakistan’s sinister plot of using aerial vehicles to smuggle an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) and ammunition into the Poonch sector.
“Going Towards Slow Death”: Ravichandran Ashwin Paints Grim Picture For Post 2027 World Cup Era Regarding ODIs
The ODI format will struggle for survival and relevance after the 2027 World Cup once its bonafide greats Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma decide to call time, the India great…
T20 World Cup 2026: Mitchell Marsh set to lead Australia in marquee event
Ahead of the T20 World Cup 2026, Cricket Australia has announced a sin-heavy squad for the global showpiece. Star all-rounder Mitchell Marsh has been appointed as the captain of the…
Virat Kohli’s First Instagram Post Of 2026 With Anushka Sharma Gets Over 5 Million Likes In 3 Hours
Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma welcomed the New Year 2026 with friends and family. Several photos of the Indian cricket superstar have gone viral on social media
Congress Likens Rahul Gandhi To Lord Ram, BJP’s “Sycophancy Pro Max” Jab
Nana Patole, while responding to a question about Gandhi not visiting the newly constructed Ram Temple in Ayodhya so far, said that the senior Congress leader is “doing the work…
Lal Chowk To Pahalgam: Kashmir Rings In 2026 Amid Freezing Cold
From jam-packed Lal Chowk to the meadows of Pahalgam, Kashmir Valley rings in 2026 with celebrations.As traditional music and dance enthralled large crowds, it was an unmatched enthusiasm amid freezing…
Centre’s Fiscal Deficit Crosses 62% Of Full-Year Budget Target In November
The Centre’s fiscal deficit at the end of November stood at Rs 9.76 lakh crore, or 62.3 per cent of the annual budget target for 2025-26, compared to 52.5 per…
“Don’t Know What I’ll Do”: Grief Engulfs Families After Indore Water Tragedy
While officials have confirmed several deaths due to Indore’s water contamination, families of the victims insist the count is higher.
FMGE Document Submission Deadline Extended To January 7
The deadline for FMGE 2025 candidates to submit required eligibility documents has been extended from January 2 to January 7, 2026 by NBEMS through its official portal.
How Indians Can Become Nurses In New Zealand: Courses, Eligibility, Full Process Explained
Study Abroad: Students who complete nursing education and secure jobs in New Zealand have a strong chance of obtaining permanent residency.
Neymar Jr Agrees To Renew Contract With Santos Until The End Of 2026: Report
Neymar has agreed to renew his contract with Santos until the end of 2026, a source close to the negotiations told AFP.
Here`s why Madhuri Dixit doesn’t want to remember her early days in Bollywood
Bollywood actress Madhuri Dixit recently opened up about her early days in the film industry. Speaking exclusively to IANS, she recalled a time when luxury and convenience on sets were…
Amitabh Bachchan remembers Dharmendra ahead of Ikkis release
Bollywood superstar Amitabh Bachchan remembered his longtime friend and Sholay co-star Dharmendra, offering a glimpse into their bond. The entire team of Dharmendra`s final film Ikkis was present at the…
Border 2: Anu Malik breaks silence on Ghar Kab Aaoge credit issue
Sunny Deol and Varun Dhawan’s Border 2 is one of the anticipated films of 2026. The makers recently dropped the teaser of the song Ghar Kab Aaoge, after which Anu…
Dispute Over 113 Smart City Electric Buses Turns Political In Kerala
A dispute over the operation of Smart City electric buses in Kerala has turned into a political face-off between the BJP-led Thiruvananthapuram Corporation and the LDF-led state government.
US Embassy’s “Significant Criminal Penalties” Warning For Illegal Immigrants
As US President Donald Trump prepares for a more aggressive immigration crackdown in 2026, the United States Embassy in India has warned migrants that breaking the country’s law will be…
Doctor Among 7 Arrested For Supplying Drugs To Students In Kerala
A doctor and a student of Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) were among seven people arrested in a major drug bust in Kerala’s Thiruvananthapuram.
Medical Regulator Approves Additional Postgraduate Seats For 2025-26 Counselling
PG Medical Counselling 2025-26: Significantly, the Commission has instructed counselling authorities not to delay admissions due to procedural formalities.
From Confusion To Confidence, Know How To Master Class 12 Legal Studies
Students should focus on understanding the syllabus, practicing sample papers, and writing clear, structured answers to improve marks.
Father Couldn’t Study, Mother Stitched Suits: How She Beat All Odds To IPS
Born on April 26, 1992, in Delhi’s Pitampura area, Anu Beniwal grew up in a modest household. Her father, Sanjay Kumar, once ran a small button-manufacturing unit, which was forced…