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6 Killed in Blast in Volatile Pak Province, More Than 25 Injured

Thousands of rival South Korean protesters rallied in the capital on Saturday, a day after a failed attempt to arrest suspended President Yoon Suk-yeol for imposing a short-lived martial law decree that led to his impeachment.

Johnson Re-elected House Speaker in Tense Floor Vote

Prez-elect Donald Trump had endorsed Mike Johnson, and was on the phone during the House vote to secure the outcome

U.S. Announces $8bn Weapons Sale to Israel

The administration of US President Joe Biden has notified Congress of an $8 billion arms sale to Israel, a source familiar with the plan said on Saturday.

Wake Up Call for US: Note Left by Soldier in Tesla Blast

A highly decorated Army soldier who fatally shot himself in a Tesla Cybertruck just before it blew up outside the Trump hotel in Las Vegas left notes saying the New Year's Day explosion was a stunt to serve as a \"wake up call\" for the country's ills, investigators said on Friday.

President-elect Trump to be sentenced on Jan 10

The New York judge presiding over President-elect Donald Trump's hush money case on Friday set sentencing for 10 days before his January 20 inauguration and said he was not inclined to impose jail time.

A Calibrated Approach to Bettering India-China Ties

India must show strategic patience in its dealings with China, keeping in mind the larger geopolitical picture and seek cooperation wherever possible and desirable, without harboring any unrealistic expectations

Christmas in London, seen with Indian eyes

I was in London for Christmas. The lit-up angel wings hanging over Regent Street, the glorious Christmas market at Covent Garden, and a guy trying to snatch my phone at the Oxford Circus tube station, were all beautiful. The pickpocket reminded me that it's the Commonwealth.

Political parties should endorse dual citizenship

2025 is a new year and it's customary to start one either with a resolution or a wish.

Gaza women's long wait for deliverance

As the new year begins, hopes that it will bring succour to the women and children of Gaza have been dashed.

India to monitor trends; seeks World Health Org updates over pathogen

So far in India, there is no rise in HMPV cases. There is no reason to cause panic DR GC KHILNANI, Former HOD of pulmonary dept, AIIMS

Cong To Launch Rally With Focus On Ambedkar, Constitution

Congress will launch a campaign \"Jai Bapu, Jai Bhim, Jai Samvidhan Abhiyan\" throughout the country from Mau in Uttar Pradesh on January 26, said senior leader Pawan Khera on Saturday.

PM, Kharge send 'chadar' for Ajmer Dargah for Urs; political tussle begins

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge on Saturday sent ceremonial \"chadars\" to be offered at Ajmer Sharif dargah on the occasion of Urs of Sufi saint Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti to be held on Sunday.

Amid protests, MP puts on hold disposal of toxic waste

The disposal of toxic waste from the Union Carbide plant was put on hold on Saturday, the Madhya Pradesh government said, after irate locals pelted stones at an incineration unit in Pithampur area of Dhar district early in the morning in protest against the disposal being carried out in the district.

6 Workers Killed in TN Fireworks Factory Blast

Six workers were killed and another was injured in an explosion at a firecracker manufacturing unit in Virudhunagar district of Tamil Nadu on Saturday morning, officials aware of the matter said.

3 Arrested for Killing C'garh Journo: Police

Police arrested three people on Saturday in connection with the murder of journalist Mukesh Chandrakar in Chhattisgarh's Bijapur district, while the alleged mastermind—a local road contractor—remains absconding.

4 Bodies Found in Septic Tank in Singrauli, Police Suspect Murder

Four bodies were recovered from the septic tank of a house in Singrauli district of Madhya Pradesh on Saturday evening, with the police suspecting it to be a case of multiple murders.

Amid protests across state, BPSC retest held for select candidates

The retest for a select group of candidates who had appeared in the recently held Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) exam took place on Saturday amid protests for the exam to be held again for all aspirants, officials said.

Charge Sheet Filed in '20 J&K Narco-Terror Case, Says NIA

The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has filed a supplementary charge sheet in a 2020 narco-terrorism case in Jammu & Kashmir, alleging that funds generated through smuggling of drugs were used for terror activities of Pakistan-backed outfits, the agency said in a statement.

8 Aviation Facilities Set for Launch in '25

In a major expansion of India's aviation infrastructure, eight crucial airports and terminals will be inaugurated in the first half of 2025, officials said.

Asia Bird Census 2025 Begins at Sultanpur

The Haryana State Biodiversity Board, in collaboration with Wetlands International, launched the Asia Bird Census 2025 at Sultanpur Bird Sanctuary on Saturday, aiming to raise awareness about biodiversity protection amid growing environmental challenges.

Sullivan to Hold Tech Transfer Talks in India

Bilateral, global issues in focus

Dallewal: SC should think of kin of those who died by suicide, not me

Thousands of farmers gathered at the Khanauri border on Saturday in a massive show of strength as their leader Jagjit Singh Dallewal's fast-unto-death entered its 40th day, defying Supreme Court directives and refusing medical intervention despite his deteriorating health.

Bail Granted to B'luru Techie's Wife, Her Family in Suicide Case

A city civil court in Bengaluru on Saturday granted bail to the estranged wife of a 34-year-old software engineer, who died by suicide last month.

Physicist who played key role in nuclear tests dies

Distinguished physicist Rajagopala Chidambaram, who played a key role in the nuclear tests of 1974 and 1998, died on Saturday.

BJP Demands CBI Probe Into Contractor's Suicide

Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader N Ravikumar and other party workers on Saturday called for a CBI inquiry into the alleged death by suicide of a contractor at Bidar in Karnataka, citing the need for transparency and accountability, and vowed to continue demanding the resignation of Priyank Kharge, a state minister and son of Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge.

BJP to host all-women public representatives' conclave

BJP OFFICIALS CONFIRMED THAT THE EVENT PREPARATIONS ARE BEING COORDINATED WITH THE DISTRICT ADMINISTRATION

Kanpur Police Grope for Clues, Probing 'Revenge' Angle

The Key Issue for the Kanpur Police Is That These Cases Are Linked to Two Names—Ginna Gihar and His Son Ranjit Gihar.

Helping Cops Came At A Cost, Says Ginna

Ginna Gihar, once a trusted police informant, has opened up about the lasting impact his cooperation with law enforcement has had on his family.

Prohibitory Orders Enforced in Aligarh Till March 17

Aligarh's authorities have enforced prohibitory orders with immediate effect until March 17, 2025, in light of the upcoming festivals and significant occasions in the city.

Two Arrested For Cyber Fraud

The special task force (STF) arrested two members of a cyber fraud gang in Lucknow on Saturday for defrauding crores of rupees by hacking Amazon Pay accounts.