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Maha civic polls: Jan 15 declared as public holiday

The Maharashtra State Election Commission on Friday announced that Thursday, January 15, will be a public holiday in areas falling under the 29 municipal corporations where polling for civic......

UP khap panchayat bans kids from wearing half pants in public

A khap panchayat in Baghpat district of Uttar Pradesh has banned children from keeping smartphones or wearing half pants in public places. Instead, boys are advised to wear kurta-pyjamas and girls......

US to pause visa for Russia, Iran among 75 countries from Jan 21

The US State Department is set to pause visa processing for applicants from 75 countries, including Russia and Iran, as part of a crackdown on those immigrants deemed likely to become a "public......

Maharashtra civic polls: Personal campaign allowed after deadline

The Maharashtra State Election Commission has prohibited civic poll candidates from using microphones and moving in large groups during door-to-door canvassing, citing its decision to allow only......

Yogi warns over 'fake' Manikarnika Ghat posts; 8 FIRs filed

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Saturday said strict action would be taken against those misleading the public on social media about the ongoing work at Manikarnika Ghat. IMAGE:......

8 Countries With The Most Public Holidays

Across the globe, some countries believe life deserves frequent pauses -- enough days to celebrate faith, culture, history and togetherness. Here are eight countries that officially top the list......

Electric buses to drive UP's public transport revolution

From EV bus expansion to airport-like terminals and rural connectivity, Uttar Pradesh is overhauling public transport to cut pollution and ensure every village has modern, affordable travel,......

Pan masala cess to boost public health, security

Experts said that earmarking of funds for public health at par with national security indicates a key policy shift. Kindly note the image has been posted only for representational purposes.......

Loan growth, profitability seen improving for public sector banks

The Indian banking sector could be due for a rise in profitability after several quarters of net interest margin (NIM) compression. Photograph: Ajay Verma/Reuters The Q2FY26 results suggest NIMs......

Profit-Focused Startups Power India's Strong IPO Revival

Eighteen new-age technology firms went public during the year, a near triple increase from the five firms that debuted in 2023 and 38 per cent more than 2024’s tally of 13. Illustration: Dominic......

Aamir Khan Casts His Vote

Film stars arrived at polling booths in Mumbai to cast their votes in the ongoing Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) elections. The elections are seen as crucial for major cities such as......

Does Toxic Teaser Have Too Much Sex?

A social activist asserted that the teaser of Toxic contains 'scenes that are grossly obscene, sexually explicit, and vulgar in nature'. The Yash-starrer Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups has......

More Pictures From Nupur Sanon's Dreamy Wedding

Photograph: Kind courtesy Nupur Sanon/Instagram After posting pictures of their white wedding, Nupur Sanon and Stebin Ben shared several pictures from their traditional Hindu wedding in Udaipur.......

Slot welcomes Salah back after public spat

IMAGE: Egypt's Mohamed Salah reacts. Photograph: Amr Abdallah Dalsh/Reuters Liverpool coach Arne Slot said he was delighted to have Mohamed Salah returning from Africa Cup of Nations duty soon,......

Actress Sued For Rs 100 Cr Over Suryakumar Comment

IMAGE: Faizan Ansari has accused Khushi Mukherjee of making false and damaging statements about India's T20 Captain Suryakumar Yadav. Photograph: Khushi Mukherjee/Instagram and Suryakumar......

It's official! RCB to play two IPL games in Raipur

IMAGE: RCB vice-president Rajesh Menon presents a jersey to Chhattisgarh CM Vishnu Deo Sai as BCCI Joint Secretary Prabhtej Singh Bhatia looks on. Photograph: Kind courtesy Vishnu Deo Sai/X......

'Zero tolerance': NRAI after coach booked under POCSO

‘This is a very sensitive matter and, at NRAI (National Rifles Association of India), we take the greatest impetus and focus on ensuring that we provide a safe workplace’ IMAGE: The federation......

India Boycott Could Hurt Bangladesh: Tamim Warns BCB

'Today's decisions will have an impact ten years down the line, so decisions should be taken by considering what is best for Bangladesh cricket and for Bangladeshi players.' IMAGE: Bangladesh have......