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One year of UCC: Uttarakhand CMO says services available in 23 languages; AI support enabled
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Uttarakhand said on Wednesday it had made services under its Uniform Civil Code (UCC) available in all 22 languages listed in the Eighth Schedule of the Constitution, in addition to English, with applicants also able to us Read More
Indian Air Force’s trainee aircraft crashes in Prayagraj pond, pilot ejects safely | Watch video
A trainee aircraft of the Indian Air Force made an emergency landing in a pond in Uttar Pradesh’s Prayagraj after developing a technical snag during a routine training. Read More
Republic Day 2026: At 26, Simran Bala to become first woman officer to command CRPF contingent
Assistant Commandant Simran Bala from Jammu and Kashmir will create history by leading an all-male CRPF contingent at the Republic Day parade on Kartavya Path in New Delhi. Read More
‘To make his jail barracks better’: Sonam Wagchuk wants thermometer, wife Gitanjali Angmo says; gives him book on ants
NEW DELHI: Jailed climate activist Sonam Wangchuk wants to have a thermometer to conduct some “experiments” to make the prison barracks better, his wife and HIAL (Himalayan Institute of Alternatives, Ladakh) co-founder Gitanjali Angm Read More
Rupee slips to new low at 91.7 against dollar as Greenland pits Europe against Trump
The rupee plunged 67 paise to close at an all-time low of 91. Read More
Prue Leith leaves The Great British Bake Off
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Dame Prue Leith is to leave The Great British Bake Off after almost a decade as a judge on the show. Read More
BBC to make shows for YouTube in new landmark deal
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The BBC has announced a landmark content deal with YouTube, which will see the corporation make content that is tailor made for the video streaming service. Read More
Daldal Trailer Drops: Bhumi Pednekar draws praise for restraint
In the captivating teaser for ‘Daldal’, Bhumi Pednekar assumes the role of DCP Rita Ferreira, navigating the murky waters of a crime thriller set against the vibrant backdrop of Mumbai. Read More
‘Dhurandhar’ box office day 48 (LIVE)
‘Dhurandhar’ has been shattering records at the box office ever since the film has released. Read More
Beckham v Peltz Beckham: Could Brooklyn torpedo the family brand?
12 hours ago
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Sir David and Lady Beckham’s son Brooklyn has accused them of putting “Brand Beckham” first as they built up their global image and business em Read More
Trump Makes Big Statement On Greenland At Davos, Calls Denmark ‘Ungrateful’
US President Donald Trump, speaking at the World Economic Forum in Davos, took aim at Denmark over Greenland, calling the country “ungrateful” and claiming the US was “stupid” to have returned Greenland after the Second World Read More
IMF Labels India ‘Second-Tier’ In AI; Ashwini Vaishnav’s Befitting Reply At Davos
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Union Minister for Electronics and Information Technology Ashwini Vaishnav on January 21, 2026, firmly rejected International Monetary Fund (IMF) Managing Director Kristalin Read More
Skoda Kylaq Classic Plus: Is This India’s Most Affordable Automatic SUV?
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Skoda has increased the variant list of the Kylaq do six and improved the value for money quotient for the compact SUV. Read More
Rupee Sees Biggest Fall Since November, Slumps To Record Low
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The rupee plunged 67 paise to close at an all-time low of 91. Read More
RBI Sees Grounds For Optimism, Flags India As Fastest Growing Major Economy
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The current state of the economy provides ground for optimism going forward and India will remain the fastest growing major economy, notwithstanding elevated geopolitical ri 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
One year of UCC: Uttarakhand CMO says services available in 23 languages; AI support enabled
ANI Photo
Uttarakhand said on Wednesday it had made services under its Uniform Civil Code (UCC) available in all 22 languages listed in the Eighth Schedule of the Constitution, in addition to English, with applicants also able to us Read More
Indian Air Force’s trainee aircraft crashes in Prayagraj pond, pilot ejects safely | Watch video
A trainee aircraft of the Indian Air Force made an emergency landing in a pond in Uttar Pradesh’s Prayagraj after developing a technical snag during a routine training. Read More
Republic Day 2026: At 26, Simran Bala to become first woman officer to command CRPF contingent
Assistant Commandant Simran Bala from Jammu and Kashmir will create history by leading an all-male CRPF contingent at the Republic Day parade on Kartavya Path in New Delhi. Read More
‘To make his jail barracks better’: Sonam Wagchuk wants thermometer, wife Gitanjali Angmo says; gives him book on ants
NEW DELHI: Jailed climate activist Sonam Wangchuk wants to have a thermometer to conduct some “experiments” to make the prison barracks better, his wife and HIAL (Himalayan Institute of Alternatives, Ladakh) co-founder Gitanjali Angm Read More
Rupee slips to new low at 91.7 against dollar as Greenland pits Europe against Trump
The rupee plunged 67 paise to close at an all-time low of 91. Read More
Prue Leith leaves The Great British Bake Off
Just now
ShareSave
ShareSave
Getty Images
Dame Prue Leith is to leave The Great British Bake Off after almost a decade as a judge on the show. Read More
BBC to make shows for YouTube in new landmark deal
14 minutes ago
ShareSave
ShareSave
Getty Images
The BBC has announced a landmark content deal with YouTube, which will see the corporation make content that is tailor made for the video streaming service. Read More
Daldal Trailer Drops: Bhumi Pednekar draws praise for restraint
In the captivating teaser for ‘Daldal’, Bhumi Pednekar assumes the role of DCP Rita Ferreira, navigating the murky waters of a crime thriller set against the vibrant backdrop of Mumbai. Read More
‘Dhurandhar’ box office day 48 (LIVE)
‘Dhurandhar’ has been shattering records at the box office ever since the film has released. Read More
Beckham v Peltz Beckham: Could Brooklyn torpedo the family brand?
12 hours ago
ShareSave
Ian YoungsCulture reporter
ShareSave
Getty Images
Sir David and Lady Beckham’s son Brooklyn has accused them of putting “Brand Beckham” first as they built up their global image and business em Read More
Trump Makes Big Statement On Greenland At Davos, Calls Denmark ‘Ungrateful’
US President Donald Trump, speaking at the World Economic Forum in Davos, took aim at Denmark over Greenland, calling the country “ungrateful” and claiming the US was “stupid” to have returned Greenland after the Second World Read More
IMF Labels India ‘Second-Tier’ In AI; Ashwini Vaishnav’s Befitting Reply At Davos
Show Quick Read
Key points generated by AI, verified by newsroom
Union Minister for Electronics and Information Technology Ashwini Vaishnav on January 21, 2026, firmly rejected International Monetary Fund (IMF) Managing Director Kristalin Read More
Skoda Kylaq Classic Plus: Is This India’s Most Affordable Automatic SUV?
Show Quick Read
Key points generated by AI, verified by newsroom
Skoda has increased the variant list of the Kylaq do six and improved the value for money quotient for the compact SUV. Read More
Rupee Sees Biggest Fall Since November, Slumps To Record Low
Show Quick Read
Key points generated by AI, verified by newsroom
The rupee plunged 67 paise to close at an all-time low of 91. Read More
RBI Sees Grounds For Optimism, Flags India As Fastest Growing Major Economy
Show Quick Read
Key points generated by AI, verified by newsroom
The current state of the economy provides ground for optimism going forward and India will remain the fastest growing major economy, notwithstanding elevated geopolitical ri 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
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