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28 birds die of H5N1 in Raj since Jan

To mitigate the risk of bird flu spreading to humans, local authorities have restricted access to areas where the birds were found

Vijay's TVK boycotts Erode East bypoll; two-corner battle between DMK, NTK

SINCE THE 1990S, BYPOLLS IN TAMIL NADU HAVE BEEN WON ONLY BY THE RULING PARTY

IMF Keeps India's GDP Growth Outlook at 6.5%

Growth in FY25 is projected to soften to 6.5%, on slowdown in investment, weak mfg

Kangana Ranaut as the late Indira Gandhi makes this political drama bearable

I walked inside the theatre to watch Emergency, and that prosthetic nose on Kangana Ranaut's face, trying to help her look like the late Prime Minister of India, Indira Gandhi—combined with the involuntary facial twitches—made it clear, this is going to be a 'caricaturish' portrayal.

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.

The original HVR, and what it offers

VR stands for Hassan Veg Refreshments. It is said to be a branch of the original hotel located in Hassan.

Ex-Pak PM 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.

Court Finds Woman Guilty Of Poisoning Boyfriend

A court in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, on Friday found the key accused, Greeshma SS, guilty in the 2022 Sharon Raj murder case.

Auto driver recounts rushing actor to hospital after attack

More than 24 hours after an unidentified intruder entered the residence of actors Saif Ali Khan and Kareena Kapoor Khan in Bandra West and inflicted multiple stab wounds on the former, Mumbai police have been unable to trace the suspect, officials said Friday.

Natl Games: AFI's race walk snub jolts hosts Uttarakhand

Race walking is one of the few good medal-winning events for the National Games hosts Uttarakhand, but it has surprisingly been left out of the athletics programme.

Israeli Security Cabinet Gives Nod to Gaza Deal

The Israeli security Cabinet approved a ceasefire deal on Friday, paving the way for the return of the first hostages from Gaza as early as Sunday and bringing a halt to 15 months of conflict that have devastated the coastal strip.

8-Year Jail for Indian National for Attempting to Attack White House

Indian national Sai Varshith Kandula, 20, on Thursday was sentenced to eight years for an attempted attack on the White House with a rented truck on May 22, 2023.

European Union Deepens Probe Into X After Musk's Outbursts

The European Union on Friday demanded X provide more details about its algorithms as part of its wide-ranging probe into the platform, as Elon Musk's outbursts on European politics ramp up pressure for the bloc to act.

Shah Reviews 3 Criminal Laws' Rollout in M.P.

In cases related to national security, trial in absentia should be initiated against fugitives escaping the country, Union home minister Amit Shah said on Friday while chairing a meeting to review the implementation of the three new criminal laws by Madhya Pradesh.

New Kerala Guv sticks to govt script in House

Kerala governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar on Friday highlighted the state's commitment to poverty eradication and social justice while pointing out mounting financial pressures due to declining shares in Union fiscal transfers in what was his first policy address to the state assembly.

Man Murdered Over Financial Dispute in B'luru, Body Found in TN

A 30-year-old man with a past criminal record was murdered after being invited to an apartment to discuss a financial issue at the Prestige Apartment located in Kothanur on January 10, police said on Friday, adding that his body was found in an area under the Pennagaram police station in Tamil Nadu.

Practical Approach Key in Suicide Abetment Cases: SC

The Supreme Court on Friday called for a practical approach in dealing with cases of abetment to suicide as it noticed a casual approach by police and courts to readily resort to punishing people under this offence without considering the day-to-day realities of life.

Retired Delhi cop dies in Dwarka e-way accident

Police said that Hansraj Singh, the victim, was driving a sedan, and the impact of the accident broke the divider railing

Tribunal to take up Telangana, Andhra water reallocation

The Second Krishna Water Disputes Tribunal (KWDT-II) will take up hearing of arguments on the reallocation of the river water between Telangana and Andhra Pradesh to resolve the dispute between the two states, an order issued by the tribunal said on Thursday.

Profitable From Day 1: Fateh Makes Sonu The New Bankable Star

In a landscape where box-office hits often rely on huge budgets and top-tier stars, Sonu Sood's Fateh has rewritten the playbook, establishing him as a new bankable star in the country.

Super Swachh League: Govt's New Cleanliness Drive for Cities

Cities that have ranked top three for at least two times in the Union government's Swachh Survekshan will be judged on their cleanliness parameters in a new tier of competition called \"Super Swachh League\" in the upcoming survey.

'OTT gives you the time to practice and hone your skills'

Actor Dino Morea started his acting journey on the big screen, but it's been a decade and a half since he last did a lead or starring role in a Hindi film.

9 Die, 8 Injured as Minivan Crashes into Bus in Pune

Nine people were killed and eight others were injured after a minivan rammed into a stationary bus in Pune district of Maharashtra on Friday, police said.

Airbus Shortlists Four States for Copter Unit

Airbus Helicopters has shortlisted four locations in the country for setting up a production line for making H125 helicopters in partnership with Tata Advanced Systems Limited (TASL), the fourth such facility in the world and a shot in the arm for the government's wide-ranging Make-in-India campaign, people in the industry said on Friday.

Don't trust CID probe: MLC Ravi

Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader and member of legislative council (MLC) CT Ravi on Friday said that he did not trust the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) probe into allegations of the MLC abusing minister of women and child development Lakshmi Hebbalkar.

A taste of international flavours, right at home

If you've ever wanted to bring the sophistication of international flavours to your home, Amul Edam Cheese is the perfect addition to your kitchen. Originating from the charming village of Edam in the Netherlands, this cheese has the essence of gourmet indulgence, now made locally in India, offering you a premium experience at an accessible price.

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

Maoists killed in Bijapur belonged to strongest unit in Bastar: Police

The 12 Maoists killed in an encounter with security forces in Chhattisgarh's Bijapur district on Thursday were from the People's Liberation Guerilla Army (PLGA) battalion number 1 and Central Regional Committee (CRC) company of Maoists, a top police officer said on Friday.

Resolve VC appointments or we will, SC tells TN govt, Guv

With the stalemate continuing over appointment of vice-chancellors in state-run universities in Tamil Nadu, the Supreme Court on Friday said it will intervene to resolve the differences over the issue between the MK Stalin-led government and Governor RN Ravi if the two sides fail to do so by the next date of hearing on January 22.

I want to prepare myself for success and failure all over again, says Manu

The double Olympic medallist knows she won't start winning everything just because of success she had at Paris