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‘Zero appeals received’: CEC Gyanesh Kumar hails ‘successful’ SIR at IICDEM 2026
Gyanesh Kumar, Chief Election Commissioner
NEW DELHI: Chief election commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar on Wednesday utilised the India International Conference on Democracy and Election Management (IICDEM) 2026 — which got underway he Read More
West Bengal SIR: EC orders publication of names under ‘logical discrepancies’ and ‘unmapped’ categories
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NEW DELHI: Pursuant to the Supreme Court’s direction dated January 19, the EC on Wednesday instructed the West Bengal chief electoral officer (CEO) to ensure that the names of electors listed under ‘logical discrepan Read More
Eyeing net zero future, Niti Aayog releases roadmaps for decarbonisation of aluminium, cement, MSME sectors
NEW DELHI: Govt think tank, Niti Aayog, on Wednesday released roadmaps for decarbonisation of aluminium, cement and micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSME) sectors, aimed at guiding the country towards a net-zero emission future t Read More
Delhi govt to increase its sewage treatment capacity to 1,500 MGD by 2028: CM Gupta
NEW DELHI: The Delhi government will increase its overall sewage treatment capacity to 1,500 MGD by 2028 as part of its efforts to clean the Yamuna river, chief minister Rekha Gupta said on Wednesday. Read More
Delhi Court Issues Notice To Sunjay Kapur’s Sister In Defamation Case Filed By Wife Priya Kapur
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A Delhi court at Patiala House has issued a legal notice to industrialist Sunjay Kapur’s sister, Mandhira Kapur Smith, in connection with a criminal defamation complai 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?
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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
Davos 2026: Andhra Pradesh Partners With RMZ Group For Large-Scale Infrastructure Push
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The Government of Andhra Pradesh and RMZ Group on Wednesday announced a strategic investment partnership at the World Economic Forum (WEF) Annual Meeting 2026 in Davos to de 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
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
‘Zero appeals received’: CEC Gyanesh Kumar hails ‘successful’ SIR at IICDEM 2026
Gyanesh Kumar, Chief Election Commissioner
NEW DELHI: Chief election commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar on Wednesday utilised the India International Conference on Democracy and Election Management (IICDEM) 2026 — which got underway he Read More
West Bengal SIR: EC orders publication of names under ‘logical discrepancies’ and ‘unmapped’ categories
ECI
NEW DELHI: Pursuant to the Supreme Court’s direction dated January 19, the EC on Wednesday instructed the West Bengal chief electoral officer (CEO) to ensure that the names of electors listed under ‘logical discrepan Read More
Eyeing net zero future, Niti Aayog releases roadmaps for decarbonisation of aluminium, cement, MSME sectors
NEW DELHI: Govt think tank, Niti Aayog, on Wednesday released roadmaps for decarbonisation of aluminium, cement and micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSME) sectors, aimed at guiding the country towards a net-zero emission future t Read More
Delhi govt to increase its sewage treatment capacity to 1,500 MGD by 2028: CM Gupta
NEW DELHI: The Delhi government will increase its overall sewage treatment capacity to 1,500 MGD by 2028 as part of its efforts to clean the Yamuna river, chief minister Rekha Gupta said on Wednesday. Read More
Delhi Court Issues Notice To Sunjay Kapur’s Sister In Defamation Case Filed By Wife Priya Kapur
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Key points generated by AI, verified by newsroom
A Delhi court at Patiala House has issued a legal notice to industrialist Sunjay Kapur’s sister, Mandhira Kapur Smith, in connection with a criminal defamation complai Read More
Prue Leith leaves The Great British Bake Off
Just now
ShareSave
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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
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
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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
Davos 2026: Andhra Pradesh Partners With RMZ Group For Large-Scale Infrastructure Push
Show Quick Read
Key points generated by AI, verified by newsroom
The Government of Andhra Pradesh and RMZ Group on Wednesday announced a strategic investment partnership at the World Economic Forum (WEF) Annual Meeting 2026 in Davos to de 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
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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Saudi Arabia, Turkey, Egypt, Jordan, Indonesia, Pakistan, Qatar, UAE accept Trump ‘Board of Peace’
Saudi Arabia and seven Muslim-majority countries including Gaza mediators Qatar and Turkey have agreed to join US President Donald Trump’s “Board of Peace”, the Saudi foreign ministry said on Wednesday. Read More
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Michael O’Leary shrugs off Elon Musk’s jibes over Starlink, says the spat has boosted Ryanair sales by up to three percent. Read More
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