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IIT-Bombay, IISER designated as research hubs, set to get ₹100 crore

The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT)-Bombay and the Indian Institute of Science Education and Research (IISER), Pune, have been named hubs under the Advanced National Research Foundation (ANRF), a flagship initiative aimed at strengthening research capabilities in India's state-run universities and institutes.

Man held for infiltrating military area in Jaisalmer

A man has been apprehended for allegedly infiltrating a military area by crossing a barbed-wire fencing in Jaisalmer around 10pm on Monday, officers aware of the matter said on Tuesday, adding that army personnel have interrogated him throughout the night, suspecting him to be a spy.

After Lok Sabha Poll High, SP Sets Sight On Retaining Key Assembly Seat

The main Opposition Samajwadi Party is primed for the big fight to retain the Milkipur assembly seat.

Bruised Delhi heads to Polls

The Capital goes to the polls after five years of acrimony that hamstrung governance. The new government might not be able to do better

The Soros, Musk Models of Politics

Two billionaires, with two value systems, and two different modes of doing politics dominate public imagination. Rarely have two private citizens held this influence

Post Trudeau, Canada should reset India ties

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has decided to step down following a revolt within his Liberal Party and public opinion polls showing that the party is expected to be swept out of power by the Conservatives.

The Global Dimension in New Orleans Terror Strike

The deliberate ploughing of a truck into a group of revellers in New Orleans in the United States (US) on New Year's Eve indicates how motivated and brutal the followers of Islamic State (IS) are.

Empowering women with cash guarantees

The launch of Jharkhand Mukhyamantri Maiya Samman Yojana (JMMSY) marks a transformative moment in our state's journey toward women's empowerment and rural economic revitalisation.

CPI-ML leader stabbed to death in Bihar's Kaimur district, probe on

THE DECEASED WAS IDENTIFIED AS AZAD RAM ALIAS UDAY, AGED 50: KAIMUR SP HARI MOHAN SHUKLA

Minor beaten to death in Bhojpur

A minor boy was beaten to death when he tried to mediate during a quarrel between two groups of children, who were members of his extended family, in Bihar's Bhojpur district on Monday, police said.

2 Robbers Killed, SI Hurt in Encounter in Patna

Two notorious robbers were killed in an encounter with police at Hinduni locality situated on the outskirts of the state capital in the wee hours of Tuesday, police said.

Old ailment, known pathogen: A warning against HMPV panic

Although the overall count of H5N1 human infections is low, the steady drip of human, animal detections is not a good sign, say experts

AIIMS Makes ABHA Tokens Mandatory for OPD Consultation

Patna's All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) has made it mandatory for all patients coming for outpatient department (OPD) consultation with doctors to have their Ayushman Bharat Health Account (ABHA), a digital health ID that provides a unique identity to each citizen using a 14-digit identification number, said a circular issued by its medical superintendent Dr Anup Kumar on Monday.

Shah Launches Bharatpol, Asks Agencies to Use Tech

Union home minister Amit Shah on Tuesday said it was time Indian investigation agencies use modern technology and techniques to nab fugitives as he launched the 'Bharatpol' portal to facilitate faster international assistance for agencies.

FAC Okays Battalion Camp in Protected Forest Area of Assam

The Approval Pertains to the Diversion of 26.1 Hectares Within Geleky Reserved Forest Along the Volatile Assam-Nagaland Border in the Sivasagar Forest Division

New Guidelines to Select DGP

The Hemant Soren cabinet on Tuesday approved new guidelines for the selection and appointment of the state director general of police (DGP), officials said.

HC Drops Contempt Case Against DGP

The Jharkhand High Court on Tuesday dropped contempt proceedings against state DGP Anurag Gupta and DG (Home Guard) Anil Palta in a contempt petition filed by a Jharkhand Home Guard jawan in the matter of giving payment at par with police constable on the principle of equal payment for equal work.

7-YEAR-OLD GIRL DIES, WOMAN HURT IN IED BLAST

A seven-year-old girl died while another woman was injured in an IED blast, planted by the banned extremist outfit CPI (Maoist), near Tirilposi village under Jeraikela police station in West Singhbhum district, police said on Tuesday.

Power tariff set to rise in Jamshedpur, Seraikela?

People of Jamshedpur and Seraikela may soon have to pay more for electricity as the Tata Steel and the Tata Steel Utility and Infrastructure Services Ltd (TSUISL) have again proposed a hike in power tariffs, people aware of the development said on Tuesday.

Cyber crime: Seven held in Dhanbad following raids

POLICE SAID THREE ACCUSED WERE FROM BIHAR, ONE FROM BENGAL, AND THREE OTHERS FROM PARTS OF DHANBAD

India to Soon Set New Record of One Billion Voters: ECI Chief

India will soon create a new record of one billion-plus voters, Chief Election Commissioner Rajiv Kumar said on Tuesday.

Shah Launches Interpol-Like Agency, Calls for Tech Update

Union home minister Amit Shah on Tuesday said it was time Indian investigation agencies use modern technology and techniques to nab fugitives as he launched the 'Bharatpol' portal to facilitate faster international assistance for agencies.

BPSC Exam Row: SC Refuses to Hear Plea Over 'Irregularities'

The Supreme Court on Tuesday refused to examine a plea over the alleged irregularities in the BPSC exam held on December 13, 2024, and the consequent police action on protestors.

The curious case of Vidya Balan's post for Rohit Sharma

Actor Vidya Balan has drawn backlash after she made a post on social media in support of India cricketer Rohit Sharma.

No matter what I do, my son will always be my priority: Sania Mirza

Sania Mirza has been jetsetting since her appointment as an ambassador for Dubai's Sports Council in December. But her busy year didn't keep her from ringing in 2025 with her \"forever date\", her six-year-old son Izhaan Mirza Malik.

Jimmy Shergill: OTT ne mere career ka graph utha diya

He has been a part of the Hindi film industry for 28 years, but Jimmy Shergill believes that it's the OTT medium that has helped him explore the lead space in a much better way.

Love lockdown: OYO's new rule for unmarried couples sparks mixed reactions

On Sunday, the hotel booking platform OYO introduced a new policy that prohibits unmarried couples from checking into its partner hotels in Meerut, Uttar Pradesh.

Man United slow Liverpool's charge towards League title

Manchester United rallied to snap a four-game losing streak and slow Liverpool's romp towards the Premier League title in a thrilling 2-2 draw at Anfield on Sunday.

Ankush Bahuguna put under 40-hour 'digital arrest' by scammers: I lost my money, mental health

YouTuber Ankush Bahuguna has revealed that he was recently put in a 'digital arrest' by online scammers.

Focus on Satwik-Chirag at Malaysia Open

India's doubles duo of Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty will aim for a strong result, Lakshya Sen will look to build on his recent form and HS Prannoy will hope to shake off rust after a lengthy break at the season-opening Malaysia Super 1000 tournament starting here on Tuesday.