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Noted Malayali writer Nair cremated with state honours

MT Vasudevan Nair, a legendary figure in Malayalam literature, who passed away on Wednesday at the age of 91, was cremated with full state honours at the Smrithipatham Crematorium in Kerala on Thursday.

BJP stumps Cong over map gaffe

The Bharatiya Janata Party on Thursday criticised the Congress for displaying at its plenary session at Belagavi in Karnataka posters in which the map of India with Mahatma Gandhi's image allegedly excluded the regions of Pakistan-occupied Kashmir and Aksai Chin.

Mum actors' face BJP ire

The BJP urged cinegoers and film producers to shun both actors from West Bengal who have acted in film projects in Bangladesh and Bangladeshi actors who are working here especially for their silence on the Bangladeshi crises.

'Ishwar Allah tero naam' song triggers row in Bihar concert

In an unexpected incident, noted folk singer was stopped from singing Mahatma Gandhi's favourite Bhajan, \"Ishwar Allah tero naam,\" and even forced to apologise allegedly by BJP workers at a function organised at Bapu Sabhagar auditorium here to celebrate the 100th birth anniversary of former PM Atal Bihari Vajpayee.

Kazakh plane was shot at?

The Kazakh airline crash, western media reports suggest, was wrongly attributed to a collision with a flock of birds in the Russian media.

Gentle Exit of a Giant Reformer

If a nation has to be reminded that the Prime Minister doesn't inevitably signify brute power and crafty political manipulations, that the Prime Minister can be an embodiment of erudition and grace, you don't have to dig deep into history to discover a Jawaharlal Nehru. You found Manmohan Singh barely a decade ago, a leader whose wisdom and humility accorded dignity to politics that has degenerated so much as to evoke ridicule, fear and suspicion from the masses.

City chokes on dense smog

Mumbai was smothered by a thick blanket of smog on Thursday, reducing visibility to dangerously low levels by evening.

VHP Public Drive to Free Temples of Govt Control

The Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP) has announced a countrywide 'public awakening' campaign to free Hindu temples from government control.

Tax cuts for those earning upto ₹15L?

The government is vetting a proposal to lower income tax for individuals earning up to Rs 15 lakhs annually in its upcoming budget, according to two government insiders, cited by Reuters.

China okays building of Brahmaputra superdam

The 'mother of all dams' with the projected cost of US $137 billion, is set to dwarf any infrastructure project on the planet and will have huge lower riparian implications for both India and Bangladesh

AAP trains gun on Maken, gives Cong 24 hrs to act

Threatens to rally INDIA Bloc against Congress a day after Ajay Maken terms the alliance a mistake

Kohli Bumps Into A Row

It was an unsavoury moment when Virat Kohli appeared to bump into the Australian Test debutant Sam Konstas at the MCG on Boxing Day.

Eight Teams Remain in the 'City of Pearls'

Out of the 36 states and two institutional sides jumping into the fray, eight teams remain in the \"City of Pearls,\" determined to grab the coveted Santosh Trophy, considered the jewel of the country's National Football Championship since 1941.

Anupati, Raju Emerge Best Performers

Junior National Equestrian Championships

From KL Saigal to SRK; a seamless journey

NAUSHAD'S BIRTH ANNIVERSARY

Sunita Williams' Christmas celebration sparks debate

HOW DID THEY KNOW THEY WOULD BE STUCK IN SPACE?

Salman Khan's surprise shines in messy Baby John

Now read the headline again, and you can easily hail Salman Khan's presence as the 'only saving grace' of the Varun Dhawan-starrer, mounted as a mass entertainer.

Patience pays off

Actor Rohman Shawl opens up about his role in Amaran, his journey in the film industry, and more

Smart Technology and Decor: Living with futuristic innovations

In the rapidly evolving world of interior design, smart technology has emerged as a game-changer, transforming homes into sophisticated, functional, and aesthetically pleasing spaces.

A surge in respiratory illnesses among children aged 6-13

There is a significant rise in respiratory illnesses among children aged 6-13, with viral infections such as respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), flu, pneumonia, and allergy-related problems affecting both skin and respiration.

Last minute entrants U Mumba look for second title

The Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) Season 11's Playoffs week is all set to commence from December 26 at the Shree Shiv Chhatrapati Sports Complex, Balewadi, Pune.

Kagal Taluka Lift Title

Ranjit Nikam smashes 115 runs to help his side chase down Sahara's target of 192 in Baba Bhonsle T20 final

'HIL set to propel Indian hockey to new heights'

HOCKEY INDIA LEAGUE | UP Rudras' forward Lalit Upadhyay credits the League for shaping him in his formative years

Cummins' message to Konstas: Have fun, don't overthink

Australia skipper Pat Cummins understands what a teenager goes through on a high-profile Test debut and knows what he needs to tell a young Sam Konstas: \"Have fun and don't overthink\".

India fret on Rohit's position

PREVIEW | The skipper may open the innings and Rahul can drop to No 3 slot

South Africa Aims to Seal Its Place in WTC Final

A loss for hosts will open the gates for India with better show in remaining BGT Tests

Of Australian team and its tradition of get-togethers

Families do keep elite sportsmen grounded in every sense of the world.

India Have Their 'Nose Ahead'

They have exploited Australia's 'brittle' top order, says Ravi Shastri

Conflicts blight Xmas spirit

SOMBER CHRISTMAS EVE | Amid empty streets and shuttered shops, the brethren hopes for better festivity next year

Canada Slams China on Rights Groups' Sanctions

The Canadian government has condemned China's imposition of sanctions on two Canadian civil society organizations and 20 human rights advocates, calling it an arbitrary target against those speaking for human rights.