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9/11 Plea Deals Back on Table

Military court says defense secy Austin had no right to reject a decision already okayed by the Guantanamo court's top authority

Fresh missile-drone swarm hits Ukraine

RUSSIA launched an aerial attack on Ukraine on Tuesday, striking the capital and other regions with multiple missiles and drones.

81% of groundwater safe for irrigation

The groundwater quality report for 2024 reveals that India's overall drinking groundwater resource is temporarily becoming hard and may not be directly suitable for many industrial purposes.

Eco zone in 196 villages of 3 Gujarat dists triggers row

PROTESTS over an eco-sensitive zone in 196 villages across Gujarat's Junagadh, Gir Somnath and Amreli districts have sparked a political slugfest.

Beed murder mastermind surrenders after 22 days

AFTER 22 days, Walmik Karad, a close aide of Maharashtra NCP minister Dhananjay Munde, on Tuesday surrendered before the Pune police in connection with an extortion case linked to the murder of Massajog sarpanch Santosh Deshmukh in Beed district.

After doctors, Indore mayor opposes Union Carbide plant waste disposal

OPPOSITION to the government's planned disposal of Bhopal's closed Union Carbide/Dow Chemical plant's toxic waste in the Pithampur Industrial Area in Madhya Pradesh's Dhar district is growing daily.

OLD CHALLENGES IN THE NEW YEAR

ROAD AHEAD FOR OPPN UNITY SEEMS TO BE ROCKY WITH SEVERAL INDIA BLOC ALLIES CALLING FOR INTROSPECTION BY THE GRAND OLD PARTY ON THE POLL LOSSES

Buy Maha Kumbh tickets through scanner jacket of Prayagraj rly staff

IN a first, people attending Maha Kumbh can book train tickets through scanners fitted on the jackets of railway workers on duty at Prayagraj station, officials said.

NITI AAYOG: LESSONS FROM DECADES PAST

India is a rare Asian nation without a ministry for planning today. When Latin American and sub-Saharan nations did the same in the 1980s and 90s, their economies stagnated

Why Nehru Brought The First Amendment

It started on a serious note with Rajnath Singh, the senior-most minister in the government, initiating it, but it soon became a slanging match and lost its gravity.

Scooter rider obstructs ambulance for 22 km

The act by a scooter rider, who refused to give way to an ambulance carrying a patient for over an hour, has sparked outrage and triggered calls for action against the culprit.

Give up obsolete rituals in temples: Swami Sachidananda

SIVAGIRI Mutt president Swami Sachidananda has asked the temples under the control of the mutt and SNDP Yogam to give up those rituals which prohibit male devotees who visit temples wearing upper garments.

Police Turn Down 36,000 Requests to Escort Prisoners to Court, Hospitals

Accusations of jeopardising human rights of inmates, proper functioning of prisons, emerge

Uma Thomas shows signs of recovery, recognises children

As per docs, rib fracture and lung injury require intensive treatment; preliminary probe indicates lapses by organisers

SIT Launches Probe Into Financial Dealings Of Late DCC Leader

Links Between Vijayan's Death, Coop Bank Scam?

MT's films significant amid attempts to denigrate Kerala: CM

AT A time when attempts are being made by certain quarters to use art forms such as cinema as a tool to denigrate Kerala, movies scripted and helmed by the late M T Vasudevan Nair assume significance, Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan said.

Elathur fuel leak: HPCL depot shut down temporarily

Approximately 600L of diesel leaked into drainage outside depot on December 4, causing residents to protest the functioning

Man sentenced to 80 years in prison for abusing minor

A 51-YEAR-OLD man has been sentenced to 80 years in prison for sexually abusing his minor stepdaughter.

Call to prevent clashes at weddings

The State Human Rights Commission has called for stringent measures to ensure that celebrations related to weddings do not escalate into conflicts.

Darul Huda arts fest to begin today

THE National Arts Festival, part of the Ruby Jubilee celebrations of Darul Huda Islamic University, will begin on Wednesday on the institution's campus in Chemmad.

KGMOA protests transfer of Koothuparamba surgeon

THE Kerala Government Medical Officers Association (KGMOA) has strongly objected to the sudden transfer of a senior surgeon from Koothuparamba taluk hospital to Perumbavoor taluk hospital.

KATC demands solution to teachers' woes, to start stir

THE Kerala Aided Teachers Collective (KATC) observed Black Day on Tuesday across all aided schools in the state demanding a permanent solution to the issues being faced by teachers affected by the state's reservation policy for differently abled individuals.

SORRY

● CM APOLOGISES FOR LOSS OF LIVES DUE TO ETHNIC STRIFE ● URGES PEOPLE TO FORGIVE AND FORGET PAST MISTAKES

Farmer on fast seeks talks with Centre, SC grants time

THE Supreme Court on Tuesday granted three more days to the Punjab government to comply with its December 20 order to provide medical aid to 70-year-old farmer leader Jagjit Singh Dallewal, who has been on a fast-unto-death strike since November 26, and shift him to hospital.

MIND YOUR GUT

UNIL (name changed), a 33-year-old IT professional from Kochi, was regularly suffering from bloating, gas, and irregular bowel movements. He had a desk job, and a sedentary lifestyle. He didn't sleep well, often ate from restaurants, and treated himself with antibiotics when he got sick.

Winning moves & historic returns on 64 squares

Chess wizards from the country had a momentous 2024, rewriting history on multiple occasions. From D Gukesh's world title to Koneru Humpy's recent success at US, Indian chess just kept on giving, writes Swaroop Swaminathan

Rising heart attacks among young women a growing concern

HEART disease, long considered a male-dominated health issue, is now posing a significant threat to women, with alarming trends indicating a surge in heart attacks among younger females.

NorthEast sink Mumbai City FC 3-0 in ISL

NORTHEAST UNITED FC defeated Mumbai City FC by 3-0 at the Mumbai Football Arena in the Indian Super League (ISL) here on Monday.

Clock is ticking for famed duo

Once automatic choices in playing XI, out-of-form Sharma & Kohli under immense scrutiny

I enjoyed it a lot: Slot on Liverpool's 5-star show

LIVERPOOL moved a step closer to a record-equalling 20th English top-flight title as a 5-0 thrashing of West Ham opened up an eight-point lead at the top of the Premier League.