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Congress needs to focus on politics, not polemics

BEWILDERINGLY, THE CONGRESS LEADERSHIP IS PULLING THE PARTY INTO IDEOLOGICAL SQUABBLES THAT HAVE LITTLE TO NO RESONANCE WITH REGULAR VOTERS

Cricketer Rinku Singh engaged to Samajwadi Party MP Priya Saroj?

Saroj's father, however, denied the news, saying the cricketer's family sent a marriage proposal, which they were seriously considering

Teerth Purohits Lead Pilgrim Management

THE UNSUNG GUARDIANS OF MAHAKUMBH

Indian Culture Shines as NRIs Set to Host 'Mahakumbh' in the US

Even as millions of people visit the Mahakumbh from the corners of the country, as also the globe, there are many settled on foreign shores who could not come to the homeland.

Retired judge to mediate Sippy's property dispute

The Bombay high court has referred the property dispute between Ramesh Sippy, director of the iconic film Sholay, and his deceased brother Suresh Sippy's family for mediation.

There is an audience for all kinds of stories

The Vietnamese-Canadian author of children's books speaks on her family's refugee past and the importance of anger

Maruti Suzuki aims to catch up with EV entry, plans exports

Maruti Suzuki India Ltd, which rolled out its first electric car Friday as it plays catch-up with rivals, is planning to make India a manufacturing hub that can export electric vehicles to 100 countries.

Auto drivers take centre stage in poll campaigns in the Capital city

In the teeming streets of Delhi, where the rhythmic bustle of autorickshaws serves as the city's relentless heartbeat, a quieter battle is unfolding - a political tug-of-war for the soul of a constituency as mobile as it is vital.

Pak: Ex-PM Imran Khan gets 14 years jail in land graft case

A Pakistani court sentenced former Prime Minister Imran Khan to 14 years imprisonment on Friday in a land corruption case, a setback to nascent talks between his party and the government aimed at cooling political instability in the south Asian nation.

Investigators file request to extend Yoon's detention

South Korean investigators probing President Yoon Suk-yeol for alleged insurrection asked a Seoul court on Friday to extend his detention as the embattled leader again refused to be questioned.

Economic Growth Set for Rebound, Says RBI

The RBI's now-cast model forecasts India's economy to grow at 6.2% in Q3

Over 400 Varanasi teachers trained to enhance English speaking, teaching

Preeti Asthana, a teacher at the Government Composite School in Bhatsar, Varanasi, now confidently interacts with her students in English during classroom sessions. Similarly, Priyanka Singh, a teacher at a Primary School in Jagatpur, also engages with her students in English with newfound confidence.

India's Share in Global Mobility Supply Chains Rising: Goyal

India's share in the global mobility supply chains is increasing due to the sector's cost-competitiveness and focus on product quality, Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal said on Friday.

For Naga sadhus, their weapons are symbols of 'peace', 'security'

Calling them 'weapons of peace and security,' Naga sadhus have given pride of place to trishuls (tridents), bhalas (spears), farsas (axes), chimtas (tongs), swords, bows and arrows at the Mahakumbh Mela in keeping with an ancient tradition, offering pilgrims and visitors a rare glimpse.

Powermen Apprehend Mass Layoffs, Continue Protests Across State

The Agitation Will Continue on Saturday (January 18), When They Will Declare the Next Course of Action.

Wipro's net profit zooms 24% to ₹3,354 crore in Q3

IT services company Wipro on Friday reported a 24.4% year-on-year rise in its consolidated net profit for the just-ended December quarter at about ₹3,354 crore.

Two Leopards Found Dead in Kumaon Region: Forest Officials

Carcasses of two leopards were found in Kumaon region in the past 24 hours, officials said on Friday, adding that while a cub was allegedly killed by stray dogs, another leopard was believed to have died due to a fight with another big cat.

Docs Say Saif Doing 'Very Well'; Minister Rejects Role of a Gang

Bollywood actor Saif Ali Khan, undergoing treatment at a Mumbai hospital after suffering injuries in a knife attack at home, is doing \"very well\" and expected to be discharged in two to three days, doctors said on Friday.

Uttarakhand's Upper Reaches to Receive Light Snowfall from January 18 to 23

Cold conditions prevailed in the state on Friday, bringing down the temperature and resulting in the formation of frost on the ground in the hilly districts and dense fog in the plain districts of the state, officials aware of the matter said.

Man Who Stole From Ex-MLA Looted By 'Auto-rickshaw' Gang

He Hired An Auto-rickshaw In Rambagh Area But Fell In The Trap Of Members Of An Auto Rickshaw Gang, Who Took Away Rs 75,000

China says population fell for third year in a row in 2024

China's economy expanded at a 5% annual pace in 2024, slower than the year before but in line with Beijing's target of \"around 5%\" growth, thanks to strong exports and recent stimulus measures.

Trump's Tariff Talk Will Target The Farm Sector

Washington is likely to ask Delhi to reduce tariffs on US farm products. India needs to protect its farm sector to ensure food security and protect livelihoods

BPCL ties ₹31,802 cr investment for Bina refinery expansion

State-owned Bharat Petroleum Corporation Ltd (BPCL) on Friday said it has achieved financial closure for its Bina refinery expansion cum petrochemical project with the signing of a loan agreement of ₹31,802 crore with a consortium of six lenders led by the State Bank of India.

Suspected Pak woman worked as teacher in Bareilly for 9 yrs, booked

THE POLICE WILL INVESTIGATE HOW A PAKISTAN NATIONAL WAS STAYING HERE AND PROCURED FAKE ADDRESS PROOF AND WHO HELPED HER.

Ladki Effect? Panel To Decide If Schemes Can Be Merged, Stopped

The Maharashtra government is looking for avenues to cut down its spending on ongoing schemes to reduce the burden on the severely depleted exchequer.

Israeli Security Cabinet Meets to Vote on Gaza Truce Deal

Israel's security Cabinet convened on Friday to vote on a ceasefire deal after Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu confirmed an agreement had been reached that would pause the 15-month war with Hamas in Gaza and release dozens of hostages held by militants there.

Why we need to talk to boys about rape

In Kerala, India's most developed and literate state, an 18-year-old Dalit athlete has revealed to social workers that she has been sexually abused since she was 13 by 64 men. Gang-raped five times in as many years, she says.

Positive step: Garcetti on India's probe panel report

An Indian enquiry committee's report on the foiled plot to kill US-based pro-Khalistan separatist Gurpatwant Singh Pannun is a \"very positive first step\" but doesn't mark a \"closed chapter\" for both countries as action remains to be taken, outgoing US ambassador Eric Garcetti said on Thursday.

All A.I., Synthetic Content Should Be Labelled, ECI Tells Parties

The Election Commission of India (ECI) on Thursday advised political parties to prominently label their campaign materials created or enhanced using artificial intelligence (AI) or other synthetic, digital means.

Why No Kavi Sammelan During Mela, Asks Writers' Body

The ongoing Mahakumbh has witnessed over 7 crore devotees take the holy dip at the Sangam during Paush Purnima and the Amrit Snan of Makar Sankranti.