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Mixed bag for 'divided' Oppn in '24

WHEN the INDIA bloc made a stunning comeback in the 2024 Lok Sabha election - 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.

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.

Dalit assaulted over 'conversion' in UP's Fatehpur

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, followed by torrential rains that flooded various parts of the city.

SIDDARAMAIAH: THE CONG BULWARK

ROM taking the fight against the Centre's alleged 'step-motherly' treatment of Karnataka to the national capital, to giving Congress a 'Karnataka model' to bolster its fight against BJP in the 2024 Lok Sabha polls, Siddaramaiah has been at the centre of power, influence and controversies.

Miscreants deface historical structure at Jodu Kalasa in Sudi; action sought

MISCREANTS are targeting neglected historical temples and deface them in the absence of people in Gadag. Some miscreants recently defaced the bottom portion of Kalyani Chaukya twin-towered temple which was built in the 10th century.

Ambulance shortage plagues

Remote villages along the borders of Chamarajanagar district are facing severe challenges owing to the unavailability of operational ambulances, causing significant hardship for residents.

SWM plant torments B'shankari residents

A BDA layout that was supposed to have a park larger than Lalbagh, supplying fresh air to the residents, is now suffocating them with a foul smell emanating from the BBMP's solid waste management plant.

Contractor's suicide: BJP seeks CBI probe, plans protest

Party's state unit chief Vijayendra wants govt to give ₹1 crore compensation, job to a member of Panchala's family

Fresh guidelines issued to homestays, resorts for New Year celebrations: SP

POLICE have put in place some regulatory and precautionary measures to avoid untoward incidents during New Year celebrations in Chikkamagaluru district till 6 am on January 1, 2025.

The year saw setting up stairway to future space missions

WHILE 2023 saw the launch of Chandrayaan-3, 2024 recorded and celebrated the progress and achievements the satellite made.

Cops behaved like supari killers

BJP MLC CT Ravi on Monday accused police of acting like \"supari killers under the directions of DyCM DK Shivakumar, minister Laxmi Hebbalkar and their henchmen,\" and attempting to eliminate him in a fake encounter.

How 2024 Was Emblematic of India's Space Ambitions

On January 1, 2024, as ISRO's PSLV C58 surged into the skies, leaving a feathery plume of exhaust trailing behind it, a new chapter in India's space exploration was charted.

State RTCs have sought 15% fare hike: Ramalinga

Transport Minister Ramalinga Reddy on Monday said that the four state bus corporations have sought a fare hike of 15 per cent.

Shivaji statue on Pangong Tso triggers debate

Honouring Gen Zorawar would have had more locational relevance

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

THE Magnus Carlsen saga has taken a new twist. A couple of days after being disqualified from the World Rapid Chess championships in New York for wearing jeans, the former world champion took a dig at Indian chess legend Viswanathan Anand, who is a deputy president in the international chess federation (FIDE).

Skipped ex-PM's ashes immersion to give privacy to his family: Cong

THE row over former prime minister Manmohan Singh's funeral refuses to die down with the BJP targeting the Congress over its leadership's absence during the immersion of Singh's ashes and Rahul Gandhi's Vietnam trip during the mourning period.

ISRO sets SpaDex sats off on historic journey; may dock by 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.

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.

Jamshedpur FC pip Kerala Blasters in ISL

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.

Who Will Have the Last Laugh?

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

Man 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.

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.

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.

Reliance's 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.

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.