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Mixed bag for 'divided' Oppn in '24

WHEN the INDIA bloc made a stunning comeback in the 2024 Lok Sabha elections - the world's largest democratic exercise - political pundits compared it with the successful 1977 model of the Opposition parties coming together to dislodge Indira Gandhi.

Pak Betting App Scam: ED Says Promoters Earned More Than 50% Profit

THE Enforcement Directorate's (ED) investigation under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) has revealed that alleged online betting website 'Magicwin', owned by Pakistani nationals, has earned profits that were more than 50 percent of the total deposits made by the betting players.

Vajpayee's 'good governance', Modi schemes on BJP agenda

AFTER celebrating the Constitution Day, the BJP is gearing up for a year-long 'Sangathan Parva' coinciding with Atal Jayanti in which former PM Atal Bihari Vajpayee's 'good governance' will be highlighted.

From logistics to innovation, India improves rankings in 10 yrs: Govt

OVER the past decade, India has cemented its position as the world's fifth-largest economy, demonstrating progress in areas ranging from logistics and innovation to security and cyber security, government sources said.

PK booked as police action on Bihar PSC candidates turns into major row

POLITICAL parties sought to corner the Nitish Kumar government on Monday, a day after police cane-charged and used water cannons against Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) candidates protesting against alleged exam paper leak.

Rahul, Priyanka slam BJP govt over death of Dalit inside police station

CONGRESS leader Rahul Gandhi on Monday condemned the death of a Dalit youth in police custody at Dewas in Madhya Pradesh and said it is not possible without the support of the government.

The World Is Ending... Pass The Popcorn

Regimes toppling, countries threatening to vanish off the face of the earth. Wait, the earth may itself have officially entered an existential crisis in 2024. But Happy New Year

ECO-PRECARIAT STRUGGLES IN UNLIVEABLE CITIES

ENGALURU'S pleasant weather tag has taken a hit as the city saw extreme heat waves in the summer,

PSLV sets off SpaDex satellites on a historic journey, docking to be around January 7

IN A rare nighttime launch, the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) workhorse PSLV-C60 vehicle on Monday successfully launched the two SpaDex (Space Docking Experiment) satellites in their intended orbit.

MLA Uma to remain on ventilator support

Latest CT scan reveals serious lung injuries, infection being treated with antibiotics; health condition remains same

TP murder accused Kodi Suni released on 30-day parole amid controversy

KODI SUNI, the prime accused in the high-profile T P Chandrasekharan murder case, was released from Tavanur jail on a 30-day parole on Saturday, sparking widespread debate and political outcry.

GCDA says contract with organisers did not allow construction of dais

THE Greater Cochin Development Authority (GCDA), which has come in for criticism following the accident in which Thrikkakara MLA Uma Thomas was seriously injured, has released a copy of the official contract with the organisers of the dance programme in an attempt to wash its hands of the incident.

Concern over one-way and night-boat services for journey back home

EVEN as stringent crowd-control measures are being put in place for New Year's Eve festivities in Fort Kochi, there is growing clamour for one-way, night-boat services from the heritage town, to facilitate visitors, especially families, returning from the celebrations.

Concern over one-way and night-boat services for journey back home

EVEN as stringent crowd-control measures are being put in place for New Year's Eve festivities in Fort Kochi, there is growing clamour for one-way, night-boat services from the heritage town, to facilitate visitors, especially families, returning from the celebrations.

Fort Kochi's New Year festivities to prioritise safety

1,000 police personnel to be deployed at Veli ground where effigy of Pappanji will be torched; 18 grounds identified for parking vehicles

Wayanad landslide declared disaster of 'severe nature'

THE Union government on Monday declared the Wayanad landslide a disaster of 'severe nature' for all practical purposes, exactly five months after the disaster claimed 254 lives and left 128 missing.

School arts festival: Govt mulls tough action against disruptive protests

AS preparations begin for the state school arts festival scheduled to commence on January 4 in the state capital, the government has decided to firmly deal with disruptive protests that have become a common occurrence after the declaration of results of various competitive items during the mega event.

Shivaji statue on Pangong Tso triggers debate

Honouring Gen Zorawar would have had more locational relevance

'Anand, for all his good qualities, isn't ready for FIDE job'

THE Magnus Carlsen saga has taken a new twist.

Meet the Parents Who Kept Nitish's Dreams Alive

MUTYALA Reddy was the star at lunch on day four of the Boxing Day Test at the Melbourne Cricket Ground.

City Stop the Rot With Victory

MANCHESTER City provided Pep Guardiola some relief with a 2-0 victory at Leicester to secure just a second win in 14 games for the crisis-hit English champions on Sunday.

Who Will Have the Last Laugh?

After an eventful contest between ball & bat on Day 4, final day promises to be a thriller

Kerala go down to Jamshedpur FC

PRATIK Chaudhari's goal proved to be the difference-maker as Jamshedpur FC edged Kerala Blasters FC 1-0 in the ongoing Indian Super League at the JRD Tata Sports Complex in Jamshedpur on Sunday.

Analog watches see strong growth, focus on premiumisation

ITAN is celebrating its 40th anniversary and the renowned watch company recently introduced a flying Tourbillon watch, as part of its limited edition - the ‘Commemorative’ Collection, consisting of 4 watches.

Reliance refinery at Jamnagar completes 25 yrs

RELIANCE launched its first refinery at Jamnagar, Gujarat, 25 years ago, on December 28. Today, Jamnagar has become the world's refining hub.

Should You Invest In Private Credit?

If you are an investor in India of any size, you must have been called to participate in the private credit market. This market has grown very rapidly in the past few years.

How Your Behaviour Affects Investments

Behavioural science can tell you the future of your wealth. As you welcome the New Year, you must focus on your investment beliefs, preferences and social interaction tendencies.

Discount broking is the future: HDFC Sec CEO

Investors are now choosing only discount platforms; full-service brokerages might only cater to HNIs in future

VIL welcomes govt's BG waiver, says will boost 4G, 5G investment

TELECOM service provider Vodafone Idea Limited (VIL) has welcomed the Indian government's decision to waive the Bank Guarantee (BG) requirement for the purchase of spectrum, calling it a significant relief for the telecom industry.

Trade pact with Australia turns two; India's exports jump 14% in FY24

THE India-Australia Economic Cooperation and Trade Agreement (Ind-Aus ECTA), which completed two years on Sunday, has helped India increase its exports by 14% to the Indo-pacific nation in FY24.