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Public investment board approves Kamala hydroelectric project in Arunachal Pradesh
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NEW DELHI: The Public Investment Board (PIB) on Thursday gave approval for the Rs 26,070-crore, 1,720 MW Kamala hydroelectric project in Arunachal Pradesh. Read More
IED recovered in Rajouri; destroyed
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JAMMU: Security forces recovered a suspected Improvised Explosive Device (IED) during a cordon-and-search operation in J&K’s Rajouri district, officials said Thursday. Read More
After NMC withdraws nod to MBBS course, Omar says government to accommodate selected students in other colleges
Jammu and Kashmir chief minister Omar Abdullah
JAMMU: Jammu and Kashmir chief minister Omar Abdullah on Thursday assured that the first batch of 50 students selected for admission to Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Institute of Medical Exc Read More
Nigerian author Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie ‘devastated’ by death of young son
One of Nigerian author Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie’s toddler twins has died, her family has confirmed. Read More
Sound of 2026: Rap polymath Jim Legxacy is the runner-up
30 minutes ago
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Mark SavageMusic correspondent
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XL Recordings
In a very short time, Jim Legxacy has risen “from poverty to pop star”. Read More
‘Dhurandhar’ box office day 35 (LIVE)
After spending more than a month in theatres, ‘Dhurandhar’ has added yet another feather to its cap by registering the biggest fifth weekend ever for a Hindi film. Read More
Did Stranger Things crash Netflix as fans hunt secret episode?
CREDIT: Instagram
A week has passed since the emotional finale of ‘Stranger Things 5’, and fans are turning Hawkins into a battlefield of theories and server meltdowns. Read More
‘Toxic’ star Yash birthday special: Lesser-known facts about 40 year old Rocking Star
Happy birthday to the “Rocking Star” Yash, who celebrates his special day today. While the world knows him as the face of the KGF franchise, his journey to global stardom is one of grit, perseverance, and relentless hard work. Read More
Grief-Stricken Anil Agarwal Announces 75% Wealth Donation Post Agnivesh’s Death, Reflects Journey
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Agnivesh Agarwal, son of Vedanta Group founder and chairman Anil Agarwal, passed away suddenly in the United States. Read More
Gold Price Dip Today: Check Jan 8 Rates For 22 Karat And 24 Karat Gold In Major Cities
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22K & 24K Gold Price Today:Gold prices fell for the second straight day in futures trade on Thursday, tracking soft global trends as investors booked profits ahead of criti Read More
Silver Prices Dip On Jan 8; Check 1-Gram And 1-Kg Rates In Your City
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Silver Prices Today Jan 8 2026:silver prices tumbled for the second consecutive day in futures trade on Thursday, mirroring weak global cues as investors locked in profits Read More
Choice Wealth Bags IPPB Mandate To Launch Digital Investment Platform
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Choice Wealth Private Limited, a subsidiary of Choice Equity Broking Private Limited and a step-down subsidiary of Choice International Limited has secured a contract from I Read More
Dalal Streets Decline Sharply, Sensex Closes Over 84,100, Nifty Tests 25,900
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The Indian benchmark indices ended lower on Thursday as the Sensex closed at 84,163.66 declining over 797 points and the Nifty ended at 25,868.20 falling over 270 points. Read More
The Postcard Hotel unveils Ayurveda retreat in collaboration with Sitaram Ayurveda
The Postcard Hotel has launched The Postcard Ayurveda Retreat, a pioneering private wellness sanctuary in partnership with Sitaram Ayurveda, renowned for its 104-year heritage in Ayurvedic healing. Read More
BCD Travel and Delta Air Lines forge multi-year strategic partnership to advance corporate travel
BCD Travel has announced a multi-year global agreement with Delta Air Lines, establishing a long-term strategic partnership to enhance the corporate travel ecosystem. Read More
Pithoragarh opens its first dedicated Astro-Tourism observatory
In a major step towards strengthening science-driven and sustainable tourism, the District Tourism Department, Pithoragarh, in partnership with Starscapes Experiences Pvt. Ltd. Read More
Public investment board approves Kamala hydroelectric project in Arunachal Pradesh
Representative image
NEW DELHI: The Public Investment Board (PIB) on Thursday gave approval for the Rs 26,070-crore, 1,720 MW Kamala hydroelectric project in Arunachal Pradesh. Read More
IED recovered in Rajouri; destroyed
.
JAMMU: Security forces recovered a suspected Improvised Explosive Device (IED) during a cordon-and-search operation in J&K’s Rajouri district, officials said Thursday. Read More
After NMC withdraws nod to MBBS course, Omar says government to accommodate selected students in other colleges
Jammu and Kashmir chief minister Omar Abdullah
JAMMU: Jammu and Kashmir chief minister Omar Abdullah on Thursday assured that the first batch of 50 students selected for admission to Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Institute of Medical Exc Read More
Nigerian author Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie ‘devastated’ by death of young son
One of Nigerian author Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie’s toddler twins has died, her family has confirmed. Read More
Sound of 2026: Rap polymath Jim Legxacy is the runner-up
30 minutes ago
ShareSave
Mark SavageMusic correspondent
ShareSave
XL Recordings
In a very short time, Jim Legxacy has risen “from poverty to pop star”. Read More
‘Dhurandhar’ box office day 35 (LIVE)
After spending more than a month in theatres, ‘Dhurandhar’ has added yet another feather to its cap by registering the biggest fifth weekend ever for a Hindi film. Read More
Did Stranger Things crash Netflix as fans hunt secret episode?
CREDIT: Instagram
A week has passed since the emotional finale of ‘Stranger Things 5’, and fans are turning Hawkins into a battlefield of theories and server meltdowns. Read More
‘Toxic’ star Yash birthday special: Lesser-known facts about 40 year old Rocking Star
Happy birthday to the “Rocking Star” Yash, who celebrates his special day today. While the world knows him as the face of the KGF franchise, his journey to global stardom is one of grit, perseverance, and relentless hard work. Read More
Grief-Stricken Anil Agarwal Announces 75% Wealth Donation Post Agnivesh’s Death, Reflects Journey
Show Quick Read
Key points generated by AI, verified by newsroom
Agnivesh Agarwal, son of Vedanta Group founder and chairman Anil Agarwal, passed away suddenly in the United States. Read More
Gold Price Dip Today: Check Jan 8 Rates For 22 Karat And 24 Karat Gold In Major Cities
Show Quick Read
Key points generated by AI, verified by newsroom
22K & 24K Gold Price Today:Gold prices fell for the second straight day in futures trade on Thursday, tracking soft global trends as investors booked profits ahead of criti Read More
Silver Prices Dip On Jan 8; Check 1-Gram And 1-Kg Rates In Your City
Show Quick Read
Key points generated by AI, verified by newsroom
Silver Prices Today Jan 8 2026:silver prices tumbled for the second consecutive day in futures trade on Thursday, mirroring weak global cues as investors locked in profits Read More
Choice Wealth Bags IPPB Mandate To Launch Digital Investment Platform
Show Quick Read
Key points generated by AI, verified by newsroom
Choice Wealth Private Limited, a subsidiary of Choice Equity Broking Private Limited and a step-down subsidiary of Choice International Limited has secured a contract from I Read More
Dalal Streets Decline Sharply, Sensex Closes Over 84,100, Nifty Tests 25,900
Show Quick Read
Key points generated by AI, verified by newsroom
The Indian benchmark indices ended lower on Thursday as the Sensex closed at 84,163.66 declining over 797 points and the Nifty ended at 25,868.20 falling over 270 points. Read More
The Postcard Hotel unveils Ayurveda retreat in collaboration with Sitaram Ayurveda
The Postcard Hotel has launched The Postcard Ayurveda Retreat, a pioneering private wellness sanctuary in partnership with Sitaram Ayurveda, renowned for its 104-year heritage in Ayurvedic healing. Read More
BCD Travel and Delta Air Lines forge multi-year strategic partnership to advance corporate travel
BCD Travel has announced a multi-year global agreement with Delta Air Lines, establishing a long-term strategic partnership to enhance the corporate travel ecosystem. Read More
Pithoragarh opens its first dedicated Astro-Tourism observatory
In a major step towards strengthening science-driven and sustainable tourism, the District Tourism Department, Pithoragarh, in partnership with Starscapes Experiences Pvt. Ltd. Read More
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El Salvador’s prison factory: Thousands of inmates sew uniforms round the clock and earn sentence reductions
Inside one of El Salvador’s sprawling prison complexes, rows of sewing machines operate in day and night shifts. Read More
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“Pretend you’re an activist”: Brandon Tatum backs ICE after Renee Good is shot during Minneapolis operation
Brandon Tatum backs ICE after Renee Good is shot during Minneapolis operation (Image via Getty)
Brandon Tatum spoke out after a deadly ICE operation in Minneapolis left Renee Nicole Good, 37, dead on January 7, 2026. Read More
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