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At Least 71 People Killed In Ethiopia Road Accident

At least 71 people died in Ethiopia when a truck packed with passengers plunged into a river, according to the spokesperson for the southern Sidama regional government and a statement.

S Korea Probes Airline Safety After Deadly Crash

South Korea's acting President Choi Sang-mok on Monday ordered an emergency safety inspection of the country's entire airline operation as investigators worked to identify victims and find out what caused the deadliest air disaster on South Korean soil.

Jimmy Carter, 39th US president, Nobel winner, passes away at 100

A moderate Democrat, Carter ran for president in 1976 as a little-known Georgia governor with a broad grin and effusive Baptist faith

Careless smoking sparks raging fire in Maharashtra's Dindoshi hills

Latest in a series of such fires aimed at destroying forest land for realty market, say environmentalists

Start to finish, golden year for Indian chess

In a year when India's cricket team lifted the T20 World Cup after 17 years, sparking a reception in Mumbai befitting the occasion, and shooter Manu Bhaker brought back unprecedented twin bronze medals from the Paris Olympics, chess quietly emerged as the sport that consistently perched the country on top of the world.

Preparing for the Trump disruption

India has the diplomatic wherewithal to deal with Trump 2.0 even as issues such as H-1B visa and trade will test ties from time to time

The Choice Before Us: Star Trek or Mad Max

The world is at a crossroads. If we channel resources to ensure equality, manage risks, and enhance autonomy, we can navigate toward a future where technology is a force for good

Liberalisation & liberalism: Legacy of Manmohan Singh

The unexpected eruption of nostalgia and admiration for Manmohan Singh from people across the country is testimony to what he stood for.

Why Indians Don't Have One Happy New Year

Around midnight of December 31, when several people in India will sit before their television sets (the rest will be busy at parties), they will invariably be greeted with visuals of places in New Zealand, Australia, Japan and Korea that have already celebrated \"Happy New Year\", with skylines flaring up in panoramic colours and revellers rocking in sheer joy. West of us, we will see the massive, glitzy gatherings at Trafalgar Square in London or at Times Square in New York.

India's Latest Warship to Reach Nation in Mid-Feb

INS Tushil, the country's latest stealth missile frigate that was commissioned into the Indian Navy at the Yantar Shipyard in Kaliningrad, Russia on December 9, is expected to reach the country's western coast in mid-February, officials aware of the development said on Sunday.

Manmohan Singh, the PM with a Vision for Nation's Growth

With the reforms of 1991, former prime minister Manmohan Singh not only pulled India back from the brink of bankruptcy but also helped the country strut the global stage as a rising economic power.

How Maoism-hit landscape of C'garh changed this year

As recently as three years ago, no one would have imagined that one could enter Puvarti village of Sukma district without permission from the Maoists.

Mastering frontier technologies a need of the hour, says defence min

Unconventional tools of warfare including information warfare, artificial intelligence (AI)-based warfare, proxy warfare, electro-magnetic warfare, space warfare and cyber-attacks pose a big challenge in today's times, defence minister Rajnath Singh said on Monday while addressing officers at the Mhow-based Army War College in Madhya Pradesh, in the context of the prevailing global uncertainty.

Row as NC founder birth anniv not on holiday list

The ruling National Conference in Jammu and Kashmir has expressed disappointment over the lieutenant governor's decision to not include days commemorating 1931 martyrs and party founder Sheikh Mohammad Abdullah in the list of holidays for 2025.

SP delegation visits Sambhal to handover cheques to families

A delegation of Samajwadi Party visited Sambhal on Monday and handed over a cheque of Rs 5 lakh each to the kin of those killed during the violence that took place in Sambhal, on November 24.

IIT-K Alumni Pledge Rs 11.6 Cr To Mark Silver Jubilee Reunion

IIT Kanpur hosted a silver jubilee reunion for its Class of 1999, commemorating 25 years of excellence and achievement.

AMU Conference Highlights Climate Change Challenges

Former Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) vice-chancellor Prof Tariq Mansoor emphasised the urgent need to address climate change during a conference at AMU.

Newly-married couple found dead in Agra, police suspect family feud

A newly-married couple was found dead under mysterious circumstances in Bijoli village of Bah tehsil in Agra district on Monday, said police, adding that the man's body was found hanging from the ceiling, while his wife's body was lying on the bed with injury marks on her head.

Power workers to protest privatisation with black armbands on January 1

Electricity employees in Uttar Pradesh have announced a state-wide protest against the proposed privatisation of power distribution corporations (DISCOMs), vowing to wear black armbands during work on January 1, marking the first day of the New Year as Black Day.

Tiger evades capture after being spotted near carcass

For the first time in over two weeks of the chase for a tiger, forest staff almost came face-to-face with the wild animal in Rehmankheda on the city outskirts on Sunday.

When Kumbh Mela Got a 'Royal' Touch

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U.P. Police Set Up Seven-Tier Security Ring

13 temp police stns, 23 checkpoints, 8 zones, and 18 sectors for mela security with around 10,000 police personnel stationed across both urban and rural areas

Railway to Launch Ring Rail MEMU Service During Mahakumbh

For the convenience of pilgrims during the Mahakumbh, the North Central Railway (NCR) will introduce a Ring Rail MEMU service during the mela period.

Cleric Issues Fatwa Against New Year Celebrations

A cleric here has issued a fatwa instructing Muslims to stay away from New Year celebrations.

Nepalese Man Arrested With Charas Worth Rs 1.5 Crore

A 26-year-old Nepalese man was arrested here with charas worth Rs 1.5 crore in his possession, authorities on Monday said.

Uttar Pradesh to Showcase its Tourism Potential at Madrid, Berlin Trade Fairs

At Present, Preparations Are Underway for Feria Internacional de Turismo (FITUR) in Madrid to Be Held from January 24 to 28.

Local trader registers FIR against pro-Khalistan groups for 'extortion calls'

THE TRADER APPREHENDED THAT THE THREE ALLEGED KZF MILITANTS CAME TO PILIBHIT TO TARGET HIM AS HE DID NOT PAY RS 10 LAKH EXTORTION TO HIM

AAP Promises ₹18k/Month for Priests If Voted to Power

Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) chief Arvind Kejriwal on Monday announced a ₹18,000 monthly honorarium for Hindu and Sikh priests if the party returns to power.

Inconsistent bounce can make it tricky for India

India might be in for a very difficult chase on a track which is offering inconsistent bounce with deliveries bowled from back of length coming at stump height, Australia's top scorer Marnus Labuschagne said on Sunday.

Bumrah gives India a shot at win, but Oz lead by 333

Indian seamer Jasprit Bumrah unleashed more destructive bowling but Australia stubbornly battled back to reach 228-9 on Sunday, leading by 333 runs in an absorbing fourth Test.