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Pro-Iran rallies swell in Kargil as UP Shia clerics urge government to support Tehran
SRINAGAR/LUCKNOW: Ladakh and UP saw a coordinated surge of pro-Iran sentiment as thousands rallied in Kargil district Wednesday and prominent Shia clerics in Lucknow called for sanctions relief, dialogue and Indian support for Tehran. Read More
Omar Abdullah speaks to Jaishankar on J&K students stuck in Iran
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SRINAGAR: Jammu and Kashmir chief minister Omar Abdullah spoke on Thursday with external affairs minister S. Read More
J&K Police attach Pakistan-based terror handler’s property in Poonch
JAMMU: Acting on court orders, Poonch Police attached the land of a Pakistan-based terror handler in the district’s Mandi tehsil, valued at more than Rs 22 lakh, on Thursday. Read More
NIA arrests wanted Naxal cadre in Mumbai
NEW DELHI: The National Investigation Agency (NIA) on Thursday arrested an absconding accused in a 2021 CPI (Maoist) conspiracy case involving attempts to re-energise the banned terrorist organisation in the Magadh Zone. Read More
Skip NH toll, lose NOC: New rule before MLFF rollout
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NEW DELHI: The road transport ministry has notified that failure to pay toll or user fees on a national highway (NH) will result in the denial of a no objection certificate (NOC) for renewal of registration and insurance, Read More
Kartik took a paycut of Rs 15 crore after ‘TMMTMTTM’ failed: Report
‘Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu Meri’ starring Kartik Aaryan, Ananya Panday, which released on Christmas 2025, failed to make an impact at the box office. The film got washed off with the ‘Dhurandhar’ storm. Read More
Big B’s GD Navya gives a glimpse into IIM Ahmedabad life
Navya Naveli Nanda, granddaughter of Amitabh Bachchan and Jaya Bachchan, has shared a rare and personal peek into her life as a student at the Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad. Read More
Honey Singh issues apology after concert clip sparks outrage
Rapper and music producer Yo Yo Honey Singh has issued a public apology after a video from his recent stage appearance in Delhi went viral, sparking widespread criticism over a sexually explicit remark. Read More
Harry Styles announces fourth album – with intriguing title
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After 1,336 days, the wait is over for Harry Styles fans – he has announced his return to music. Read More
Karan says the Oscar campaign for ‘Homebound’ is like a bottomless pit
Karan Johar and Neeraj Ghaywan’s film ‘Homebound’ has been shortlisted among 15 films in contention for the Best International Feature Film category at the 2026 Oscars. Read More
Union Budget 2026 Expectations: Agriculture Agenda May Centre On Costs, Cold Chains & Market Reforms
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Union Budget 2026 Expectations: Farmers and agriculture-linked businesses are hoping the upcoming Union Budget will ease the pressure caused by rising farming costs, from Read More
Zero Knowledge Proof Mania: Why This 5000x “Money Printer” Dwarfs Tiny Toncoin & Ethereum Price Returns
As of mid-January, the crypto market holds a massive $3.13 trillion value. While things look stable, the Toncoin price has struggled, dropping 9% this week to $1.74. Meanwhile, the Ethereum price stays quiet near $3,136. Read More
Ahead Of 8th Pay Commission: Big Boost For Central Govt Employees With New Salary Account Scheme
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The Department of Financial Services (DFS) under the Union Finance Ministry has launched a Composite Salary Account Package for central government employees, bringing banki Read More
Blockdag’s $0.003 Window Closes In 24 Hours: Last Chance To Lock In 1,566% Gains While Dogecoin & Ethereum Lack Momentum
The crypto market is stuck in neutral. Dogecoin price today hovers at $0.14 with fading whale interest, while Ethereum price today consolidates at $3,100 despite record institutional staking. Read More
Budget 2026 Could Change Indian Farming Forever: Experts Push For Tech, Climate & Digital Boost
New Delhi: Ahead of the FY27 Budget, agriculture industry leaders and experts are making a strong pitch for increased investments in digital infrastructure, climate-resilient farming practices, and technology adoption to transform a sector that em Read More
Delhi to get luxury Yamuna cruise from February: Minister Kapil Mishra
From February, Delhiites will be able to experience an international-standard luxury cruise on the Yamuna river, with the city government set to launch a 40-seater cruise as part of its riverfront tourism and recreation plan, Delhi Tourism Minist Read More
Norwegian Cruise Line unveils new global brand platform ‘It’s Different Out Here’
Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL), a global innovator in cruise travel with a legacy of nearly six decades, has unveiled its new brand platform, ‘It’s Different Out Here,’ marking a contemporary evolution of its iconic 1990s tagline. Read More
Thailand plans to establish Disneyland to attract more tourists
The Thai government is considering establishing a Disneyland theme park in the country’s Eastern Economic Corridor (EEC) as part of a broader plan to strengthen tourism and transport infrastructure, according to a report by Bangkok Post. Read More
Kaziranga pilots astro-tourism to extend stays without stressing core park areas
Kaziranga National Park and Tiger Reserve (KNPTR) is promoting astro-tourism as a way to extend visitor stays without adding pressure on the park’s core wildlife habitats, officials said. 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
Pro-Iran rallies swell in Kargil as UP Shia clerics urge government to support Tehran
SRINAGAR/LUCKNOW: Ladakh and UP saw a coordinated surge of pro-Iran sentiment as thousands rallied in Kargil district Wednesday and prominent Shia clerics in Lucknow called for sanctions relief, dialogue and Indian support for Tehran. Read More
Omar Abdullah speaks to Jaishankar on J&K students stuck in Iran
File photos
SRINAGAR: Jammu and Kashmir chief minister Omar Abdullah spoke on Thursday with external affairs minister S. Read More
J&K Police attach Pakistan-based terror handler’s property in Poonch
JAMMU: Acting on court orders, Poonch Police attached the land of a Pakistan-based terror handler in the district’s Mandi tehsil, valued at more than Rs 22 lakh, on Thursday. Read More
NIA arrests wanted Naxal cadre in Mumbai
NEW DELHI: The National Investigation Agency (NIA) on Thursday arrested an absconding accused in a 2021 CPI (Maoist) conspiracy case involving attempts to re-energise the banned terrorist organisation in the Magadh Zone. Read More
Skip NH toll, lose NOC: New rule before MLFF rollout
File photo
NEW DELHI: The road transport ministry has notified that failure to pay toll or user fees on a national highway (NH) will result in the denial of a no objection certificate (NOC) for renewal of registration and insurance, Read More
Kartik took a paycut of Rs 15 crore after ‘TMMTMTTM’ failed: Report
‘Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu Meri’ starring Kartik Aaryan, Ananya Panday, which released on Christmas 2025, failed to make an impact at the box office. The film got washed off with the ‘Dhurandhar’ storm. Read More
Big B’s GD Navya gives a glimpse into IIM Ahmedabad life
Navya Naveli Nanda, granddaughter of Amitabh Bachchan and Jaya Bachchan, has shared a rare and personal peek into her life as a student at the Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad. Read More
Honey Singh issues apology after concert clip sparks outrage
Rapper and music producer Yo Yo Honey Singh has issued a public apology after a video from his recent stage appearance in Delhi went viral, sparking widespread criticism over a sexually explicit remark. Read More
Harry Styles announces fourth album – with intriguing title
9 minutes ago
ShareSave
Mark SavageMusic Correspondent
ShareSave
EPA
After 1,336 days, the wait is over for Harry Styles fans – he has announced his return to music. Read More
Karan says the Oscar campaign for ‘Homebound’ is like a bottomless pit
Karan Johar and Neeraj Ghaywan’s film ‘Homebound’ has been shortlisted among 15 films in contention for the Best International Feature Film category at the 2026 Oscars. Read More
Union Budget 2026 Expectations: Agriculture Agenda May Centre On Costs, Cold Chains & Market Reforms
Show Quick Read
Key points generated by AI, verified by newsroom
Union Budget 2026 Expectations: Farmers and agriculture-linked businesses are hoping the upcoming Union Budget will ease the pressure caused by rising farming costs, from Read More
Zero Knowledge Proof Mania: Why This 5000x “Money Printer” Dwarfs Tiny Toncoin & Ethereum Price Returns
As of mid-January, the crypto market holds a massive $3.13 trillion value. While things look stable, the Toncoin price has struggled, dropping 9% this week to $1.74. Meanwhile, the Ethereum price stays quiet near $3,136. Read More
Ahead Of 8th Pay Commission: Big Boost For Central Govt Employees With New Salary Account Scheme
Show Quick Read
Key points generated by AI, verified by newsroom
The Department of Financial Services (DFS) under the Union Finance Ministry has launched a Composite Salary Account Package for central government employees, bringing banki Read More
Blockdag’s $0.003 Window Closes In 24 Hours: Last Chance To Lock In 1,566% Gains While Dogecoin & Ethereum Lack Momentum
The crypto market is stuck in neutral. Dogecoin price today hovers at $0.14 with fading whale interest, while Ethereum price today consolidates at $3,100 despite record institutional staking. Read More
Budget 2026 Could Change Indian Farming Forever: Experts Push For Tech, Climate & Digital Boost
New Delhi: Ahead of the FY27 Budget, agriculture industry leaders and experts are making a strong pitch for increased investments in digital infrastructure, climate-resilient farming practices, and technology adoption to transform a sector that em Read More
Delhi to get luxury Yamuna cruise from February: Minister Kapil Mishra
From February, Delhiites will be able to experience an international-standard luxury cruise on the Yamuna river, with the city government set to launch a 40-seater cruise as part of its riverfront tourism and recreation plan, Delhi Tourism Minist Read More
Norwegian Cruise Line unveils new global brand platform ‘It’s Different Out Here’
Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL), a global innovator in cruise travel with a legacy of nearly six decades, has unveiled its new brand platform, ‘It’s Different Out Here,’ marking a contemporary evolution of its iconic 1990s tagline. Read More
Thailand plans to establish Disneyland to attract more tourists
The Thai government is considering establishing a Disneyland theme park in the country’s Eastern Economic Corridor (EEC) as part of a broader plan to strengthen tourism and transport infrastructure, according to a report by Bangkok Post. Read More
Kaziranga pilots astro-tourism to extend stays without stressing core park areas
Kaziranga National Park and Tiger Reserve (KNPTR) is promoting astro-tourism as a way to extend visitor stays without adding pressure on the park’s core wildlife habitats, officials said. 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
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IShowSpeed makes streaming history with first-ever live stream inside Egypt’s Great Pyramid
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IShowSpeed, whose real name is Darren Watkins Jr., made internet history on January 15, 2026, by becoming the first streamer to ever go live from inside Egypt’s Great Pyramid of Giza. Read More
Not made in US? Trump’s ‘T1’ gold phones speculated to be made in China
Questions are mounting over whether hundreds of thousands of customers who paid deposits for the Trump Mobile “T1” phone last year will receive refunds, as Democratic lawmakers urge federal regulators to investigate the venture for po Read More
‘India low on using…’: Immigration attorney on whether India could face a visa freeze ever in future
Immigration attorney Steven Brown said it is unlikely that India could ever face a visa freeze in the US as India is low on using government resources in the US. Read More
After 52 years hunting , top expert delivers final verdict on the Loch Ness Monster
Adrian Shine, who spent over five decades searching for the Loch Ness Monster, now concludes it almost certainly never existed/ Image: X
For more than half a century, Adrian Shine has been synonymous with the modern hunt for the Loch Read More
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