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In pics: Hockey Olympic Qualifiers: Germany vs Chile

Ranchi: Players of Germany and Chile (in red) at the start of their FIH Hockey Olympic Qualifiers 2024 match, at Marang Gomke Jaipal Singh Astro Turf Hockey Stadium in Ranchi, Saturday, Jan.…
Hezbollah conducted 692 attacks against Israel since beginning of Gaza war

Beirut: Since the ongoing Gaza war erupted in October 2023, the Lebanon-based Hezbollah militant group has launched a total of 692 attacks against Israel. In a statement, the Iran-backed group said it…

Congress govt in Telangana will irrigate 5 lakh acres by year-end: Uttam

Hyderabad: Telangana Irrigation and Civil Supplies minister N Uttam Kumar Reddy stated that the Congress Government in Telangana aims to optimise spending on irrigation projects to create a new ayacut of approximately…
Maharashtra: Massive fire engulfs Thane high rise, no casualties

Thane: A massive fire broke out on the 11th floor of a multi-story building in the Lodha housing complex here on Saturday, January 13, officials said. According to an official of the…
Illegal ‘Bal Ashram’ sealed in Indore; 25 girls moved to other places

Indore: A children’s home in Indore in Madhya Pradesh was sealed after it was found to be running illegally, and 25 girls in the facility were shifted to other places, officials said…
Cong sees ‘appeasement’ in ‘Pran Pratishtha’ ceremony: C P Joshi

Jaipur: Rajasthan BJP president C P Joshi said on Saturday, January 13, that the Congress’ refusal to take part in the Ram Temple’s ‘Pran Pratishtha’ ceremony in Ayodhya reflects that they see…
Admission notification for Telangana model schools, check details here

Hyderabad: The admission notification for Telangana model schools for all classes has been issued for the academic year 2024-25. Application forms are available between February 12 and February 22 for all classes…

Priyanka Gandhi likely to contest LS polls from Telangana, Karnataka

Bengaluru: Congress General Secretary Priyanka Gandhi is likely to contest two seats from Karnataka and Telangana during the upcoming Lok Sabha elections. Sources said that AICC — without informing the local Congress…
Hyderabad: Two arrested for making fake Mysore sandal soaps

Hyderabad: Two persons were arrested on Saturday, January 13, for allegedly making and selling counterfeit versions of the Karnataka government-owned Karanataka Soap & Detergents Ltd (KSDL)’s Mysore sandal soap. The Malakpet police…
Consensus on Kharge as INDIA bloc’s chairperson, Nitish as convenor

New Delhi: Consensus emerged on the appointment of Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge as the chairperson of the opposition INDIA bloc while JD(U) chief Nitish Kumar’s name was proposed for convener’s post, pending approval…
RJD leader Nitish Kumar refuses to lead INDIA bloc

Patna: INDIA bloc on Saturday held a virtual meeting to formalise strategy for the upcoming Lok Sabha elections in which Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar refused to accept the convener’s post. Bihar…
These are reasons behind why Makkah stays warm in winter

A renowned climate expert from Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) has revealed the reasons behind the wintertime warmth in the Makkah region. Taking to X, Abdullah Al-Misnad, former professor of climate at…
5 smart, AI-powered home products to brighten up your personal space

New Delhi: As technology continues to advance at a remarkable pace, homes are becoming smarter, more efficient, and increasingly interconnected. The Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2024 showcased a plethora of futuristic products…
INS Cheetah, Guldar & Kumbhir decommissioned after 40 years

New Delhi: Indian Navy Ships Cheetah, Guldar and Kumbhir were decommissioned after rendering four-decades of service to the nation. The Ministry of Defence said that the decommissioning event was conducted at Port…
441 fresh Covid cases in India reported

New Delhi: India has recorded 441 fresh COVID-19 infections while the number of active cases has come down to 3,238, the Union health ministry said on Saturday. No deaths were reported in a…