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No patience to start as a newcomer: Shilpa on why she won't try for H'wood

Actor Shilpa Shetty Kundra has been back in India for a while now, having celebrated Lohri and Makar Sankranti with her family earlier this week.

Railways May See Best Operating Ratio in 5 Yrs

The Union budget may peg Indian Railways' operating ratio at the best in five years in FY26 on higher freight revenue and increased central funds, two people aware of the matter said.

No Decision on Contesting 2026 Polls Yet: Vijayan

Kerala chief minister Pinarayi Vijayan on Wednesday said no decision has yet been taken regarding whether he would contest in the assembly polls next year.

SC Asks Punjab Govt to Furnish Comparative Medical Reports

The Supreme Court on Wednesday directed the Punjab government to furnish a complete set of comparative medical reports of farmer leader Jagjit Singh Dallewal, who has been on hunger strike since November 26, 2024, for an independent evaluation by the director of the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi.

America's 'soul' at stake: Biden

US President Joe Biden warned on Wednesday that the \"soul of America\" is still at stake, as he prepared to deliver his farewell address to the nation (6:30am India time today) before the return of Donald Trump.

Militants Carry Out Twin Drone Attacks Near Imphal Barracks

Militants triggered twin drone attacks near a police security barrack at Kangchup Phayeng area in Imphal West district of ethnic strife-torn Manipur, police officers said on Wednesday, adding that no casualties were reported in the incidents.

Unauthorised, substandard construction led to fall: Report

NFSU report also asks authorities to conduct mandatory inspections at key construction stages to ensure adherence to plans

Wrongly convicted' man acquitted by HC after over 25 years in jail

The Lucknow bench of the Allahabad high court acquitted one Jaimangal Yadav of Gonda, who was wrongly convicted in a murder case and spent over 25 years in prison.

Scheme To Push Battery Part Production

The ministry of heavy industries (MHI) is preparing a concept note to garner support for a scheme to promote domestic manufacturing of battery components, MHI joint secretary Vijay Mittal said.

Israel, Hamas Agree Deal for Gaza Truce, Hostage Release

Israel and Hamas have reached a deal for a ceasefire in Gaza and a hostage release following meetings in Doha on Wednesday, a source briefed on the talks told AFP.

Amid claims, counter-claims, police to seek embassy help

CCTV footage of the hotel, the check-in and check-out details can be crucial for the investigation, say police officials

Carlos Alcaraz advances to third round, continues march towards Career Grand Slam

Spanish tennis sensation Carlos Alcaraz continued his pursuit of a Career Grand Slam as he reached the third round of the ongoing Australian Open on Wednesday with a win over Yoshihito Nishioka.

HC Grants Bail to Accused on Condition of Marrying Inter-faith Live-in Partner

The Lucknow bench of the Allahabad high court has granted bail to an accused in an inter-faith live-in rape case on condition that he marry the prosecutrix (woman complainant) under the Special Marriage Act (SMA) and provide financial security to her and their child.

Meta to Fire 3,600 Staff; Low Performers Moved Out: CEO

Meta plans to dismiss approximately 3,600 employees identified as low performers and replace them with new hires, according to an internal memo reported by Bloomberg on Tuesday.

SP Nominee Files Papers in Pasi vs Pasi Contest

Samajwadi Party (SP) candidate Ajeet Prasad, who is facing a challenge from the Bharatiya Janata Party's Chandrabhan Paswan in a Pasi vs Pasi contest, filed his nomination for the Milkipur assembly bypoll on Wednesday, asserting that he was a local and claiming that his election rival was an outsider.

U'Khand Needs Jobs More Than UCC: Akhilesh

Samajwadi Party president Akhilesh Yadav stated that Uttarakhand requires development and employment more urgently than the Uniform Civil Code (UCC).

Meet the Mumbai teen who became the youngest girl to conquer the seven summits

At just 17, a Mumbai-based student, Kaamya Karthikeyan, has achieved what many mountaineers only dream of. On December 24, 2024, Karthikeyan successfully conquered Mt Vinson summit in Antarctica, the last step in her seven peaks challenge and became the youngest girl to climb the highest peaks across all seven continents.

Singh: Wars Will Be More Violent, Unpredictable

Defence minister Rajnath Singh on Wednesday said emergence of \"non-state actors\" in many countries and their resorting to terrorism is a \"matter of concern\".

ALH will remain military's workhorse, says Army chief

Army chief General Upendra Dwivedi on Wednesday threw his weight behind the locally produced Dhruv advanced light helicopter (ALH) in the wake of the armed forces grounding the choppers for a thorough safety inspection following a recent crash that put the spotlight on the fleet's troubling safety record.

Consumer goods makers seek tax relief, rural boost

Consumer goods companies—those that sell items ranging from food and clothing to soaps and appliances—expect the government to announce measures to curb price rise and boost demand as it prepares to unveil the next year's budget.

Ensure justice for all with prompt redressal, says Yogi

Chief minister Yogi Adityanath, on Wednesday directed officials at Janata Darshan conducted in Gorakhpur to resolve public grievances promptly and ensure no one faced injustice.

Russian Roulette for Indian Jobseekers

Russia said it stopped recruiting Indian nationals into its armed forces in April 2024, and yet young Indian men are still being killed or injured on the frontlines of the war in Ukraine, the latest casualties being two residents of Kerala.

Down but not out, Juyal wants UP to finish strong

With only two matches left before the knockouts kick off, there isn't any glimmer of hope for former champions Uttar Pradesh to make it to the knockouts of the Ranji Trophy this season.

Merchandise exports contract 1% in Dec

India's merchandise exports in December contracted by nearly 1% to $38.01 billion on an annualised basis on lower exports of gems, jewelry and petroleum products, but cumulative goods exports recorded a 1.6% year-on-year growth at $321.71 billion in the first-three quarters of current financial year despite global headwinds, according to government data released on Wednesday.

Rubio warns of threat from China in Senate hearing

Marco Rubio, Donald Trump's pick to be the US Secretary of State, has said that if current trends continued, China would control the health, security, prosperity and lives of Americans in a decade.

Rock found on Bareilly-Pilibhit line; derailment bid foiled

Train sabotage bids continued in 2025 when a large rock was placed on the railway track on the Bareilly-Pilibhit line near Bijauria railway station.

SC Issues Directives on Separate Toilets for Trans Persons in Courts

The absence of adequate washroom facilities undermines equality and poses a barrier to the fair administration of justice, the Supreme Court held on Wednesday, directing all high courts, state governments and Union territories to ensure the availability of adequate and inclusive washroom facilities across all court premises and tribunals in India.

Cops Quiz Suspicious Man Nabbed in Mela Camp

Police and intelligence agencies were said to be investigating the reasons behind the presence of a suspicious man at the Dugdeshwarnath Ashram camp located in Sector 20 of the Mahakumbh Mela area.

The Muslim Husband's Right to Judicial Divorce

The Concern and Wisdom Behind the Gwalior Ruling Deserves Appreciation, But Some Critics Have Seen in It an Attempt to Turn a Procedural Provision into Substantive Law

Ensure smooth set-up for 8-10 crore devotees on Mauni Amavasya: CM

Chief minister Yogi Adityanath on Wednesday directed officials to ensure seamless arrangements for an anticipated 8-10 crore devotees attending the Mauni Amavasya bathing ritual at the Sangam during the Mahakumbh on January 29.