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Asansol boy tops Indian Statistical Service exam

Sinchan Snigdha Adhikary, a resident of Ismile in Asansol has topped the Indian Statistical Service (ISS) Examinations held by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) in the country.

Vijay Diwas: Military tattoo at Fort William

The Military Training Area astride Fort William, Kolkata, is set to come alive with an awe-inspiring display of skill, precision and valour on 16 December, as the Indian Army hosts the annual military tattoo to commemorate the 53rd Vijay Diwas.

South Korean National Assembly votes to impeach President Yoon

The South Korea's National Assembly voted on Saturday to impeach President Yoon Suk Yeol over his botched imposition of martial law.

PM targets Cong in fiery tirade

Modi was replying to the debate in the Lok Sabha on the 75th anniversary of the adoption of the Constitution

Kerala protests against Centre's demand to pay for Wayanad airlifting costs

The Kerala government has strongly protested the Indian Air Force's (IAF) renewed demand that Kerala recompense the outstanding Rs. 132 crore airway bill incurred by the Ministry of Defence during disaster-related humanitarian operations since 2019, including during the Wayanad landslide.

Two Bills related to 'One Nation, One Election' listed for introduction in LS

Four days after getting a nod from the Union Cabinet, two Bills related to \"One Nation, One Election\" are listed for introduction in the Lok Sabha on 16 December.

Pakistan's star all-rounder Imad Wasim retires from international cricket, again

Nine months after reversing his decision to make himself available for the ICC T20 World Cup in June 2024, Pakistan all-rounder Imad Wasim on Friday announced his retirement from international cricket.

'He is on the way to being one of those greats': Ponting heaps praise on Travis Head

Former Australia skipper Ricky Ponting likened Travis Head's batting performances to that of his ex-teammate and the legendary wicketkeeper-batter Adam Gilchrist, and believes that the 30-year-old explosive southpaw has the makings to be one of those greats.

Carlsen lauds Gukesh, says won't challenge youngest champion's World title

Former World Chess Champion Magnus Carlsen has confirmed that he has no intention of challenging newly crowned champion Gukesh D in the future.

BGT: India, Australia Continue tussle for supremacy at Gabba

Indians look to bounce back from Adelaide defeat while hosts eye series lead

India captain Harmanpreet Singh eyes Hockey World Cup title

Harmanpreet Singh, captain of the Indian hockey team, has a clear vision for the future: winning the World Cup.

ISL: Table-toppers Mohun Bagan face Kerala Blasters, aim to extend lead

Defending champions Mohun Bagan Super Giant will aim to hold on to the numero uno position at the top of the Indian Super League (ISL) points table when they face Kerala Blasters FC at the Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan in Kolkata on Saturday.

Legacy and evolution of Sattriya dance celebrated

The 16th Rasheswar Saikia Barbayan Sattriya Dance Award and the 56th Annual Festival of Dance were held recently in Guwahati by Sangeet Sattra in honour of its founder principal, Adhyapak Rasheswar Saikia himself, and were a rich fare.

Sandhya Purecha: A visionary at the crossroads of tradition and transformation

Sandhya Purecha, an eminent Bharatanatyam dancer, scholar, and cultural leader, has long been celebrated for her pioneering contributions to the arts. Currently serving as the chairman of the Sangeet Natak Akademi and the W20 of G20 India, she is steering Indian culture onto a global stage with unprecedented vigor. In this exclusive interview, Purecha reflects on her artistic journey, the evolving landscape of Indian performing arts, and her vision for cultural diplomacy.

Party with a purpose

The eagerly anticipated winter carnival at GD Birla Centre for Education in Kolkata has always been a celebration known for its perfect balance of purpose and festivity.

PM dubs next year's Maha Kumbh a 'mahayagya of unity'

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday dubbed next year's Maha Kumbh as a \"mahayagya of unity\" which would take the spiritual and cultural identity of India to new peaks.

Himanta Sarma urges Mamata Banerjee to abandon 'dead' INDIA coalition

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has dismissed the INDIA bloc as \"dead,\" urging West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee to reconsider her association with the coalition.

Reliance Industries marching towards negative return for 1st time in last 10 years

The share of Reliance Industries Limited (RIL) has underperformed in the last three months, and India's largest private firm stock is heading towards negative return for the first time in the last 10 years.

India's GDP growth to hold steady in FY25, likely to clock 6.7 pc in FY26

India's economic growth will continue to hold steady in FY25 despite global uncertainties, with a projected GDP at 6.7 per cent in FY26, a report showed on Friday.

2024 set for best calendar year performance for gold in 10 years: WGC

So far in 2024, the gold prices have climbed over 30% to Rs 7,300 per gram in the Indian markets, and are set for their best calendar year performance in 10 years, suggests a recent report by World Gold Council (WGC).

India, UAE discuss ambitious economic corridor project

Amid the current volatile situation in West Asia, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Friday discussed with UAE Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan the broad contours of the ambitious India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor (IMEEC).

CCPA issues notice to 17 entities over violation of direct selling rules

The Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) has issued notice to 17 entities over the violation of Consumer Protection (Direct Selling) Rules, 2021.

India has become highway of communication, says Scindia

India has become a huge highway of communication, said Union Minister for Communications, Jyotiraditya Scindia on Friday, highlighting the huge progress the country has made in the area of telecom and communication.

Sensex up 843.16 pts, Nifty above 219.60 pts

During the day, Sensex crashed over 1,200 pts, while Nifty 50 plunged 370 pts

India's forex reserves drop by $3.235 billion for week ended 6 December

India's forex reserves dropped by USD 3.235 billion to USD 654.857 billion for the week ended December 6.

Police say suspect in United Healthcare CEO killing wasn't a client of the insurer

The man charged with killing UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson was not a client of the medical insurer and may have targeted it because of its size and influence, a senior police official said Thursday.

Russia targets Ukrainian infrastructure with a massive attack by cruise missiles and drones

Russia launched a massive aerial attack against Ukraine on Friday, firing 93 cruise and ballistic missiles and almost 200 drones, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said, describing it as one of the heaviest bombardments of the country's energy sector since Russia's full-scale invasion almost three years ago.

Suspected Chinese spy with business ties to Prince Andrew barred from UK

A suspected Chinese spy with business ties to Prince Andrew has been barred from the U.K. because of concerns he poses a threat to national security.

NATO chief warns that Putin wants long term confrontation with Europe after Ukraine

Secretary General Mark Rutte warned on Thursday that Russian President Vladimir Putin wants to \"wipe Ukraine off the map\" and could come after other parts of Europe next, as he urged Europeans to press their governments to ramp up defense spending.

Blinken seeks W. Asian nations' support for peaceful Syrian political transition

'We're very focused on Syria, on the opportunity that now is before us and the Syrian people to move out from under the shackles of Bashar al-Assad to a different and better future'