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‘Nothing wrong’: BJP minister Giriraj Singh backs Bihar CM over hijab row; calls Nitish Kumar a ‘guardian’
Giriraj Singh (ANI image)
NEW DELHI: BJP leader and union minister Giriraj Singh on Thursday defended Bihar chief minister Nitish Kumar after a video showing him pulling down the hijab of a woman doctor during an official programme w Read More
‘We will play video for you’: SC to petitioner over ‘inhuman’ treatment of stray dogs by MCD; next hearing on Jan 7
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NEW DELHI: Hearing allegations of “inhuman” treatment of stray dogs by the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD), the Supreme Court on Thursday made a pointed remark at the petitioner, saying a video would be play Read More
J&K Makes GPS, RFID And e-Challan Mandatory For Minor Mineral Transport
Jammu, Dec 18 (PTI) The Jammu and Kashmir government has amended the rules governing concession, storage and transportation of minor minerals, making GPS-enabled vehicles, RFID registration and a valid e-Challan mandatory for mineral transportation Read More
‘VB-G-RAM-G Bill Will End MGNREGA In Months, Move Against Poo’r: Priyanka Gandhi After Lok Sabha Passage
New Delhi [India], December 18 (ANI): Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra on Thursday expressed strong opposition to the VB-G-RAM-G Bill passed in the Lok Sabha, saying the legislation threatens the future of MGNREGA. Read More
The grand old party’s crisis: Why Congress partymen are parting ways
NEW DELHI: The Congress’s internal churn burst into the open again this week after former Odisha MLA Mohammed Moquim wrote to Sonia Gandhi, calling for “open-heart surgery” in the party and flagging a growing discon Read More
Javed Akhtar says women who willingly wear burqas are ‘BRAINWASHED’
Veteran lyricist and screenwriter Javed Akhtar is known for his fearless opinions and speaking his mind. The ‘Sholay’ writer once again sparked a debate by questioning the idea of women covering their faces. Read More
‘Dhurandhar’ box office collection day 14 (LIVE)
‘Dhurandhar’ is now nearing the completing of its second week at the box office. The film has been on a winning streak and how. Read More
Before Avatar: Fire and Ash, here’s what happened in The Way of Water
James Cameron expands Pandora’s saga in ‘Avatar: Fire and Ash,’ releasing December 19. Following ‘The Way of Water,’ Jake, Neytiri, and their family face new dangers as the RDA threat intensifies. Read More
‘TMMTMTTM’ trailer: Witness Kartik and Ananya with a SOCIAL touch
Kartik Aaryan and Ananya Panday shine in the trailer of ‘Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu Meri,’ hinting at a heartfelt love story. Jackie Shroff adds warmth as a father figure. Read More
‘Dhurandhar’ becomes most pirated film in Pakistan
The ban on the Ranveer Singh starrer ‘Dhurandhar’ in Pakistan, has reportedly done little to curb its popularity. Read More
OPINION | When Bitcoin Falls Quietly, Smart Money Starts Paying Attention
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On some mornings, Bitcoin behaves like a mature financial asset and trades within a narrow band. Analysts and commentators begin to speak of consolidation and equilibrium. Read More
Share Markets Remain Highly Volatile, Sensex Ends Below 84,500, Nifty Nearly Flat
The Indian stock market closed Thursday’s trading session on a muted note. The BSE Sensex settled for the day below 84,500, slipping 78 points, while the NSE Nifty50 ended trading almost flat around 25,816. Read More
Nissan To Launch 3 New Cars In India By 2027 As It Ramps Up Sales Network
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Japanese automaker Nissan on Thursday said it is looking to expand presence in India with the introduction of three new models over the next 14-16 months. Read More
Why India Is Easing Business Visas For Chinese Experts And What It Means For Manufacturing
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India has relaxed its business visa framework to make it easier for foreign engineers and technicians, particularly from China, to work in the country, a move widely seen as Read More
Inside Amazon’s Luxembourg Layoffs: 370 Jobs To Go As Company Reshapes Workforce
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Amazon is set to cut 370 jobs in Luxembourg in the coming weeks, a move that has drawn attention well beyond the small European country and raised fresh questions about the Read More
Nepal plans to limit number of climbers to ensure cleanliness of Himalayan mountains
Kathmandu, Dec 16 (IANS) As Nepals high mountains, including Mount Everest, have been struggling with decades of waste accumulation, the Nepali government has introduced a five-year plan to keep the mountains clean. Read More
Idukki district plans action against adventure tourism establishments without necessary permissions
The administration of this high-range district has decided to take action against all adventure tourism-related establishments which are operating without the requisite permissions. Read More
Int2Cruises launches Asia’s first AI-powered voice and chat cruise search
Int2Cruises, Asia’s leading cruise-first online travel platform, has launched the region’s first AI-powered conversational and voice-enabled cruise search, transforming how travellers plan and book cruises. Read More
Disneyland Paris to open Disney Adventure World in March 2026
A new chapter in European tourism begins on March 29, 2026, when Disney Adventure World officially opens at Disneyland Paris, introducing World of Frozen and an array of groundbreaking experiences that push the limits of immersive storytellin Read More
‘Nothing wrong’: BJP minister Giriraj Singh backs Bihar CM over hijab row; calls Nitish Kumar a ‘guardian’
Giriraj Singh (ANI image)
NEW DELHI: BJP leader and union minister Giriraj Singh on Thursday defended Bihar chief minister Nitish Kumar after a video showing him pulling down the hijab of a woman doctor during an official programme w Read More
‘We will play video for you’: SC to petitioner over ‘inhuman’ treatment of stray dogs by MCD; next hearing on Jan 7
Representative image
NEW DELHI: Hearing allegations of “inhuman” treatment of stray dogs by the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD), the Supreme Court on Thursday made a pointed remark at the petitioner, saying a video would be play Read More
J&K Makes GPS, RFID And e-Challan Mandatory For Minor Mineral Transport
Jammu, Dec 18 (PTI) The Jammu and Kashmir government has amended the rules governing concession, storage and transportation of minor minerals, making GPS-enabled vehicles, RFID registration and a valid e-Challan mandatory for mineral transportation Read More
‘VB-G-RAM-G Bill Will End MGNREGA In Months, Move Against Poo’r: Priyanka Gandhi After Lok Sabha Passage
New Delhi [India], December 18 (ANI): Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra on Thursday expressed strong opposition to the VB-G-RAM-G Bill passed in the Lok Sabha, saying the legislation threatens the future of MGNREGA. Read More
The grand old party’s crisis: Why Congress partymen are parting ways
NEW DELHI: The Congress’s internal churn burst into the open again this week after former Odisha MLA Mohammed Moquim wrote to Sonia Gandhi, calling for “open-heart surgery” in the party and flagging a growing discon Read More
Javed Akhtar says women who willingly wear burqas are ‘BRAINWASHED’
Veteran lyricist and screenwriter Javed Akhtar is known for his fearless opinions and speaking his mind. The ‘Sholay’ writer once again sparked a debate by questioning the idea of women covering their faces. Read More
‘Dhurandhar’ box office collection day 14 (LIVE)
‘Dhurandhar’ is now nearing the completing of its second week at the box office. The film has been on a winning streak and how. Read More
Before Avatar: Fire and Ash, here’s what happened in The Way of Water
James Cameron expands Pandora’s saga in ‘Avatar: Fire and Ash,’ releasing December 19. Following ‘The Way of Water,’ Jake, Neytiri, and their family face new dangers as the RDA threat intensifies. Read More
‘TMMTMTTM’ trailer: Witness Kartik and Ananya with a SOCIAL touch
Kartik Aaryan and Ananya Panday shine in the trailer of ‘Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu Meri,’ hinting at a heartfelt love story. Jackie Shroff adds warmth as a father figure. Read More
‘Dhurandhar’ becomes most pirated film in Pakistan
The ban on the Ranveer Singh starrer ‘Dhurandhar’ in Pakistan, has reportedly done little to curb its popularity. Read More
OPINION | When Bitcoin Falls Quietly, Smart Money Starts Paying Attention
Show Quick Read
Key points generated by AI, verified by newsroom
On some mornings, Bitcoin behaves like a mature financial asset and trades within a narrow band. Analysts and commentators begin to speak of consolidation and equilibrium. Read More
Share Markets Remain Highly Volatile, Sensex Ends Below 84,500, Nifty Nearly Flat
The Indian stock market closed Thursday’s trading session on a muted note. The BSE Sensex settled for the day below 84,500, slipping 78 points, while the NSE Nifty50 ended trading almost flat around 25,816. Read More
Nissan To Launch 3 New Cars In India By 2027 As It Ramps Up Sales Network
Show Quick Read
Key points generated by AI, verified by newsroom
Japanese automaker Nissan on Thursday said it is looking to expand presence in India with the introduction of three new models over the next 14-16 months. Read More
Why India Is Easing Business Visas For Chinese Experts And What It Means For Manufacturing
Show Quick Read
Key points generated by AI, verified by newsroom
India has relaxed its business visa framework to make it easier for foreign engineers and technicians, particularly from China, to work in the country, a move widely seen as Read More
Inside Amazon’s Luxembourg Layoffs: 370 Jobs To Go As Company Reshapes Workforce
Show Quick Read
Key points generated by AI, verified by newsroom
Amazon is set to cut 370 jobs in Luxembourg in the coming weeks, a move that has drawn attention well beyond the small European country and raised fresh questions about the Read More
Nepal plans to limit number of climbers to ensure cleanliness of Himalayan mountains
Kathmandu, Dec 16 (IANS) As Nepals high mountains, including Mount Everest, have been struggling with decades of waste accumulation, the Nepali government has introduced a five-year plan to keep the mountains clean. Read More
Idukki district plans action against adventure tourism establishments without necessary permissions
The administration of this high-range district has decided to take action against all adventure tourism-related establishments which are operating without the requisite permissions. Read More
Int2Cruises launches Asia’s first AI-powered voice and chat cruise search
Int2Cruises, Asia’s leading cruise-first online travel platform, has launched the region’s first AI-powered conversational and voice-enabled cruise search, transforming how travellers plan and book cruises. Read More
Disneyland Paris to open Disney Adventure World in March 2026
A new chapter in European tourism begins on March 29, 2026, when Disney Adventure World officially opens at Disneyland Paris, introducing World of Frozen and an array of groundbreaking experiences that push the limits of immersive storytellin Read More
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Drought and dams: Not oil, but water is fast becoming a security threat in West Asia
Iran’s capital is facing a severe water shortage, placing intense ecological strain on residents. President Masoud Pezeshkian said mounting pressure on water resources, land and infrastructure has left the government with ‘no option’ but to act. Read More
Watch: Thailand bombs Cambodia city Poipet, a casino hub, as military fighting continues
The attack comes amid a flare‑up of violence along the frontier, which has claimed dozens of lives and displaced hundreds of thousands of people from both sides
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Russia bans Roblox: Anger among children and parents as Kremlin tightens digital control
Children in Russia have been flooding the country’s President Vladimir Putin with demands to restore access to Roblox, a gaming platform popular among children. Read More
Is This Finland’s Bold Energy Bet? How Helsinki Is Using Internet Heat To Power Homes
While much of Europe is focused on expanding solar, wind and green hydrogen, Finland is also examining what lies beneath and around existing systems
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