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ribal leader Muthamma climbs a tree in support of her demands at Diddalli in Kodagu.

Wait ends... Diddalli tribals to get 218 more houses soon

The district administration was supposed to build 354 houses in Bedagudda on 14.76 acres of land.

09 Dec 2019 2:31 AM

Rastra Santh Acharya Mahashraman leads Ahimsa Yatra in Chikkamagaluru on Sunday. (Photo: KPN)

Datta Jayanti: All-women strike force to control crowd

The Datta Jayanthi has been jointly organized by members of Vishwa Hindu Parishad, Bajrang Dal and others pro-Hindu outfits.

09 Dec 2019 2:27 AM

Senior Congress leader D.K. Shivakumar with Chief Minister B.S. Yediyurappa in this file picture

DKS to BSY: Why claim only 13? What’s preventing you from claiming all 15 seats?

Vokkaliga leader said, “They (BJP) are brimming with confidence saying they will win 13 of the 15 seats.

09 Dec 2019 2:24 AM

Experts point out that heavy rain damaged the kharif oilseeds, especially soybean. Slow sowing in the current rabi season has triggered an upward trend in oil and oilseeds prices. Mustard, a crucial rabi oilseed, is sown during September-October and harvested from February, is also affected. Analysts feel oil and oilseeds prices may go up in the coming days. Mind you that prices of mustard seed have already soared to Rs 300 per quintal and soybean rates jumped by around Rs 400 per quintal.

After onion, it’s turn of edible oil to give price shock

That's not all. Low productivity and heavy rainfall damage to crops in India is adding to the consumers' woes.

09 Dec 2019 2:24 AM

The US Fed meeting outcome and progress in Trump's impeachment process will be major international events while listing of Ujjivan Small Finance Bank IPO and fundraising by Yes Bank will be domestic factors that traders would keep an eye on.

Market in corrective mode, may turn volatile

The market will be looking forward to the release of industrial production, retail and wholesale inflation figures this week.

09 Dec 2019 2:22 AM

Belagavi will have a total five ministers if all three disqualified MLAs are inducted into the Cabinet after their victory as Dy CM Laxman Savadi and minister Shashikala Jolle also hail from the district.

Hubballi: 12 seats! BJP starts feeling berth pangs

These leaders claim that it is not possible to accommodate all of them as far as Belagavi district is concerned.

09 Dec 2019 2:22 AM

Till a few years back, the own damage share in motor premium used to be 60 per cent and third party, 40 per cent. However, the share of third party (TP) premium has since gone up to 52.7 per cent in 2016-17, 55 per cent in 2017-18 and further up 59 per cent in 2018-19, data from the Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (irdai) shows.

Share of third party cover rising in motor premia

Two-wheelers and private cars have a higher proportion of own damage in the motor premium.

09 Dec 2019 2:20 AM

Dharmadhikari Veerendra Heggade with Chief Minister B.S. Yediyurappa at Sri Kshetra Dharmasthala on Sunday. (Photo: DC)

Political uncertainty will end today: BS Yediyurappa

BJP will win at least 13 seats. At the most, JD(S) and Congress may win one seat each, says CM.

09 Dec 2019 2:19 AM

"Financial sector fragilities continue to weigh on India's economic growth momentum, with the high level of non-performing loans on the balance sheets of the public sector banks constraining their new lending," IHS said.

Financial sector fragilities taming growth

For the first half of 2019-20 fiscal, GDP growth slowed to a pace of 4.8 per cent compared to the 7.5 per cent a year back.

09 Dec 2019 2:18 AM

Thank you Deccan Chronicle for publishing my letter with photo, ‘drainage-water over flowing on road near Khairatabad Hanuman Temple’ on November 25. GHMC responded to the grievance. The area has been cleaned the manhole has been replaced. The drain-water flow has stopped.

Garbage in, stays in, rarely out

It is saddening to see the very busy Lad Bazaar in a pathetic condition.

09 Dec 2019 2:15 AM

The programme intends to help children sail through the learning process effectively. It is expected to help especially those children who have learning difficulties and are suffering from disabilities. (Photo: representational/Pixabay)

Brain Gym can boost children’s learning: Therapists

Brain gym is a programme that taps children’s hidden capabilities, language intention, induce self-awareness.

09 Dec 2019 2:06 AM

Garbage is being dumped in front of the Sri Maheswari Vid-yalay High School, Kab-utar Khana in Puran-apul. Due to this several school children are falling sick. In the interest of the children, the garbage dump should be shifted elsewhere. I request the authorities to take action.

Multiple ailments make city unwell

Through Deccan Chronicle, I would like to draw the attention of the authorities to the unhygienic conditions in our locality.

09 Dec 2019 2:04 AM

Top cop V.C. Sajjanar, who played a key role in Hyderabad encounter on Friday, had led a similar encounter in 2008 in Warangal after three accused were killed for murdering a woman in an acid attack.

Why should we be on our guard, always?

Presently, the courts, the prosecution and the police operate in silos, when they need to converge, debate and discuss every case together.

09 Dec 2019 2:03 AM

Citizens stage a protest against CAB in Bengaluru on Sunday. (Photo: DC)

Bengaluru: Citizens protest against Citizenship Amendment Bill

The protesters said CAB is aimed at destroying the secular foundations of the country.

09 Dec 2019 2:02 AM

The government will distribute laptops to students belonging to economically weaker sections of all communities (both boys and girls) whose annual family income is below Rs 2.5 lakh. (Representational Image)

Bengaluru: 66 principals get notice – Free laptops

The DCE had issued a circular to all the principals to distribute laptops under the scheme after preparing a list of beneficiaries.

09 Dec 2019 2:00 AM

Police at the site of the alleged encounter of the four accused in the rape and murder of a veterinary on the outskirts of Hyderabad on Friday morning. (Photo: PTI)

Let it be a deterrent, castrate the guilty

The forensic evidence has to be collected with utmost speed because all samples right upto blood deteriorate because of the delay factor.

09 Dec 2019 1:59 AM

It is fair to say that large sections of the population have expressed gratitude to the police for eliminating those alleged rapists and killers of Dr. Disha.

Not time to celebrate, it’s murder of our conscience

The question isn’t whether celebrating the encounter is right or wrong—it’s definitely not the norm. hyderabad gangrape

09 Dec 2019 1:56 AM

The pothole-ridden Nagawara junction meeting the Outer Ring Road. (Photo: DC)

Potholes slow down traffic at Nagawara

Vehicle users complain that they are spending more money on vehicle maintenance and fuel.

09 Dec 2019 1:56 AM

The cops admitted the baby and her mother in a home and are conducting an investigation. Sources said several child trafficking cases are pending against Lakshmi.

Chennai: 7 held for trying to sell infant girl

The police identified Lakshmi of Hyderabad and Fakrudeen as attempting to sell the baby.

09 Dec 2019 1:52 AM

Police said on Sunday that two youth were sipping coffee at a coffee shop near the bus stop last night when four ‘smartly dressed’ persons coming in two cars stopped by and accosted them.

Karnataka cops arrest TN youth at gun-point

Meanwhile, the other guy left on the road, Dholaram, 27, told Asthampatti police that Harris Devaraju was his relative.

09 Dec 2019 1:52 AM

According to the agitators, the level-crossing is closed half-an-hour before the arrival of any train, which resulted in great hardship to office-goers, school and college students.

Villagers holds up Vaigai express

According to the agitators, the level-crossing is closed half-an-hour before the arrival of any train.

09 Dec 2019 1:50 AM

The arrival of British in 1600’s looked very different at that time. European merchants and traders coming to India to trade were a usual sight to behold.

‘East India company organised corporate loot’

The decisive victory for the British came in the form of Battle of Plassey and Battle of Buxar fought in the year 1757 and 1765 respectively.

09 Dec 2019 1:50 AM

Several studies have shown a higher prevalence of obesity, tobacco use, and alcohol among this group of women who run the risk of becoming diabetic, suffering heart attacks or getting afflicted with lung cancer.

LGBTs hesitate to discuss health issues

The community fights a plethora of medical problems, mainly psychological.

09 Dec 2019 1:49 AM

Ashish Gandhi

Ashish Gandhi in a suspense thriller!

The actor talks about his next film, DTS.

09 Dec 2019 1:49 AM

He told presspersons that already state government started supplying onions through fair price shops from Friday. When imported onions reach state, things will improve, he said.

‘Imported onions to reach Tamil Nadu on December 12’

Heavy rains in Maharashtra and Karnataka has affected the yield of onions and hence the crisis, the minister explained.

09 Dec 2019 1:48 AM

There was music, liquor and dance at the party, but so far, there is no confirmation of drugs being seized.

Ramanagara cops raid rave party, arrest 10

Hundreds of youngsters from Bengaluru, Tamil Nadu and Kerala were at the party, for which the tickets were sold through an online app.

09 Dec 2019 1:47 AM

Superstar Rajinikanth

Rajinikanth’s high praise for Murugadoss

The megastar then adds that producer Subashkaran and he decided to collaborate as they were both fascinated with Murugadoss’ script.

09 Dec 2019 1:47 AM

May be the officials try to blame it on the residents for not utilizing the garbage collection vehicles that crisscross the town to collect garbage from source.

Mounting garbage attracts wild boars in Coonoor

This apparently failed garbage management system is paving way for another round of man-animal conflict in the hills.

09 Dec 2019 1:47 AM

Tiruvannamalai district Collector K.S.Kandasamy at the temple overseeing arrangements. (K.Senthil Nathan)

Tiruvannamalai gears up for Karthikai Deepam

The collector has organised a public hearing on November 30 seeking the cooperation of the people, traders and devotees.

09 Dec 2019 1:46 AM

Nivetha Pethuraj

Finding her own rhythm

Nivetha Pethuraj talks about her upcoming film, Ala Vaikuntapuram Lo and her journey in the industry.

09 Dec 2019 1:45 AM

This would give a comprehensive data on the population and movement of tigers and also other animals in the MTR core zone in the post-monsoon period wherein the winter sets in," sources explained.

Animals headcount begins in MTR

Official sources at the reserve said that it is an annual exercise in the MTR woods.

09 Dec 2019 1:45 AM

A high-level meeting of DMK MPs’, MLAs’ and district secretaries here, chaired by Mr. Stalin, in a detailed resolution on the local bodies’ elections, came down heavily on both the AIADMK government and the SEC for allegedly “acting in concert to somehow conduct the polls, disregarding the directives of the Supreme Court.”

DMK meet condemns new LB polls notification

The ruling party’s decisions only ‘complicated’ the electoral process, the DMK charged.

09 Dec 2019 1:45 AM

In this December 2018 photo then Chief Minister H.D. Kumaraswamy flagged off 911 police patrol two wheeler vehicles for the city police and traffic police at Vidhana Soudha in Bengaluru. (Photo: KPN)

Bengaluru: Shortage of staff affecting women’s safety?

40% of posts vacant in police department.

09 Dec 2019 1:44 AM

The piazza culture of Federation Square leads often to the witnessing of fancy events - flash mobs as well as protest music - all in the course of a day.

Vibrant Victoria has much to delight visitors

A variety of places to see may be common to many of the great cities of the world.

09 Dec 2019 1:44 AM

Director Mudassar Aziz

Mudassar Aziz to explore motherhood

However, the Happy Bhag Jayegi director’s eyes are all set on his next film based on motherhood.

09 Dec 2019 1:43 AM

The Greatest Odia Stories Ever Told, Selected and Translated by Leelawati Mohapatra, Paul St-Pierre & K K Mohapatra - Aleph Book Company, New Delhi, 2019, (Rs 699/-).

A rich anthology of stories from Odisha mirror many worlds in one text

‘The Sanyasi’ by Reba Ray, which is said to be the first modern Odia short story by a woman writer in 1899.

09 Dec 2019 1:43 AM

Rajinikanth

Rajini mandram to keep away from polls

It also said legal action would be taken if anyone canvassed votes using its name, flag or the actor’s name or photograph.

09 Dec 2019 1:41 AM

Diljit Dosanjh

Diljit Dosanjh’s Dharma conundrum

Keeping the cast entertained on the Good Newwz’ sets was superstar Akshay Kumar who would win all the little games they played.

09 Dec 2019 1:41 AM

Virat Kohli.

BCCI’s planning is haphazard

To engage with the Windies in yet another international series featuring three T20s and ODIs a few months later is a senseless exercise.

09 Dec 2019 1:40 AM

Ali Abbas Zafar

Another director out of favour with Salman Khan?

Apparently, Salman and Ali had massive arguments during the shooting of Bharat.

09 Dec 2019 1:40 AM

Desire Society volunteers holding extracurricular activity with children in Bengaluru

Desire Society: No child should live life of a HIV-positive

The NGO now has presence in five states, including in Karnataka (Bengaluru), and an overseas office in the United States.

09 Dec 2019 1:39 AM

SFR Snehit (left) poses with the Youth Boys trophy alongside coach Somnath Gosh in Jammu on Sunday.

UTT Junior: SFR Snehit captures youth boys title

Shreyaans could neither adjust to the pace or slow down when his rival was capable of returning everything sent at him with speed.

09 Dec 2019 1:39 AM

Kamal Haasan

MNM to boycott TN panchayat polls: Kamal Haasan

The coming election to the local bodies in Tamil Nadu “is not going to be a wholly representative exercise by the people”.

09 Dec 2019 1:38 AM

Nawazuddin Siddiqui and youngest sibling Syama

Nawazuddin Siddiqui loses his young sister

The actor’s sister Syama, was suffering from cancer.

09 Dec 2019 1:34 AM

US President Donald Trump.

UK votes in just 3 days; but voters don’t trust either Boris or Corbyn

The Queen gave a royal dinner but the conference was moved to the edges of London in Watford to avoid mass demonstrations against Mr Trump.

09 Dec 2019 1:34 AM

Hassan Rouhani.

Tehran faces ‘maximum resistance’ as sanctions bite, discontent rises

US sanctions have ensured no major international companies are willing to provide Iran with fresh investments and technologies.

09 Dec 2019 1:32 AM

Catherine Zata Jones

Catherine Zata Jones didn’t mean Farah Khan’s Om Shanti Om

However, Ms Zeta Jones was referring to the classic song ‘Om Shanti Om’ from Subhash Ghai’s film Karz and not from Farah’s film.

09 Dec 2019 1:32 AM

Sonakshi Sinha

Sonakshi Sinha’s love for saris

And Sonakshi is really happy dressing in the traditional Indian wear and feels that sari brings out the elegant lady in her.

09 Dec 2019 1:30 AM

Congress leader Kapil Sibal. (G.N. JHA)

The Maha drama: ‘Responsibility is on the PM’

After much deliberation, the Congress and the NCP, along with their new ally, the Shiv Sena, formed a government in Maharashtra.

09 Dec 2019 1:29 AM

In case of securitised loans such as home loans, the lender owns the property till the loan is paid.

Money talk: What to do when paying EMIs becomes a struggle

What happens when paying EMIs becomes a struggle? What are your options as a borrower? What are your lender’s options? Let’s take a deeper look.

09 Dec 2019 1:27 AM

An unrefined sugar that is used in many traditional Indian dishes, jaggery not only adds flavour and colour, but is also known for its health benefits.

Liquid Gold

Lately, the same humble Gur has also been enjoying quite a significant status in modern desserts as chefs are using it in their innovative creations.

09 Dec 2019 1:27 AM

Another person Rama Chandra Pradhan of Aliaputu village in Brahmagiri area of Puri district was arrested in the same case on Friday.

Odisha rape case: CRPF jawan held

A special police squad took the jawan, Bulu Barik, into custody from Rayagada.

09 Dec 2019 1:26 AM

The decision to debar was challenged by the trust before the Supreme Court through a writ petition, they added.

ED may book Allahabad HC judge

The CBI on Friday booked Justice Shukla in connection with the case.

09 Dec 2019 1:25 AM

Amit Shah

NDA govt committed to amend IPC: Amit Shah

HM underscored the government’s resolve to initiate changes in the IPC and CrPC to make them more conducive to today’s democratic set up.

09 Dec 2019 1:24 AM

The counting will begin at 8 am at 11 centres and all the results are likely to be out by the afternoon, election officials said.

Karnataka bypolls counting today

Polling was held on December 5 which saw a voter turnout of 67.91 per cent.

09 Dec 2019 1:22 AM

Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel

Bhupesh Bhagel calls for Rahul Gandhi to be Congress chief

Chattisgarh CM says the workers of the party will offer support.

09 Dec 2019 1:21 AM

All Assam Students Union and other organisation members vandalise Asom Gana Parishad (AGP) office during a protest against the Citizen (Amendment) Bill, in Dibrugarh on Sunday (Photo: AP)

Anti-CAB protest in Assam grows shriller

Black flags shown to Sonowal, AGP office attacked.

09 Dec 2019 1:21 AM

Following the order issued by commission chairman Srinivas Rao, an inquiry team has already visited the couple’s residence in Ashoknagar area of Godavarikhani.

Adopted girl’s death to be probed

It is being widely alleged that Jyothi had committed suicide by hanging herself after constant harassment by her adopted parents.

09 Dec 2019 1:19 AM

Firemen at the site of a fire in New Delhi on Sunday. (Photo: PTI)

Delhi fire: Fireman Rajesh Shukla saves 11

Thirty fire tenders rushed to the spot after the fire department received information about the incident.

09 Dec 2019 1:17 AM

Maria asked the driver to stop and rushed to help the woman, who appeared to be about 70 years old.

Hyderabad: Cops do not help woman in need

On hearing that their daughter was going out of her way to help an old woman, her father rushed to stand guard.

09 Dec 2019 1:16 AM

After Bhavani went missing from Cheepurupalli, she landed up in Hyderabad. Jeeva Ratnam and Jayamma from Chilakaluripet of Guntur district took her home and brought her up.

Vijayawada: Teen reunited with family after 13 yrs

Bhavani was handed over to her parents Kodipetla Madhava Rao and Varalak-shmi in the presence of her foster parents Jeeva Ratnam and Jayamma.

09 Dec 2019 1:15 AM

The NDRF crew carry out rescue operation at the factory in Rani Jhansi Road where a major fire broke out in New Delhi. (Photo: PTI)

I am going to die, no way to escape: Delhi fire victim's last call

Families recount horror stories; political parties pass the buck over tragedy.

09 Dec 2019 1:14 AM

The accused have been identified as Chittoor Venkatesh (28 years old), and Bukke Rajamohan Nayak of Tirupati.

Two held for raping 16-yr-old in Andhra Pradesh

Parents of the girl complained to the police the next day, after she shared her plight with them after reaching home early in the morning.

09 Dec 2019 1:12 AM

Locals confirmed that the two men, along with their gang, were at a wedding at the Malla Reddy function hall the night of Saturday, a day after they first attacked the watchman and sexually assaulted his wife.

Police does not arrest TRS leaders who burnt man

TRS atrocities against poor, women increasing: Mallu Bhatti.

09 Dec 2019 1:10 AM

Over the past week, many people, mostly women, have shown interest in taking up martial arts training for self-defence. And trainers have woken up to the opportunity.

Hyderabad: Women check out martial art classes

Self-help is best help in defence, Hyderabad ladies decide.

09 Dec 2019 1:06 AM

Mohammed Ali Shabbir

Mohammed Ali Shabbir slams K Chandrasekhar Rao for fiscal crisis

Mr Shabbir Ali said the Chief Minister had caused huge damage by wrongly calling Telangana state rich and revenue surplus.

09 Dec 2019 1:06 AM

Revanth Reddy

Congress stalwarts stymie Revanth Reddy’s grand function

Some party seniors in their private talks went to the extent of wondering whether Mr Reddy was planning to hatch parallel politics.

09 Dec 2019 1:03 AM

Disha case: Telangana govt sets up S.I.T. to probe encounter

The Special Investigation Team will now be faced with the task of unearthing facts behind the alleged exchange of fire.

09 Dec 2019 1:02 AM

In another incident, a teenager was raped and killed in Warangal, on November 28, her birthday, the same day as the Disha rape occurred.

Rape victims’ kin seek ‘encounters’

The villagers of Hajipur in Bhongir, where one Srinivas Reddy raped and killed three minor girls, are also demanding ‘Disha-type’ justice.

09 Dec 2019 1:00 AM

D.K. Aruna

Hyderabad: Ghar wapsi for Congress defectors

If they don’t get plum posts, they will return to Opposition.

09 Dec 2019 1:00 AM

Small wars like the ones America launched against Panama and Belize, for instance, have long been forgotten. Fought against poorly armed foes for territorial aims, they count for little in terms of history.

We kept the peace so far, but now all bets are off

However, the two world wars of the last century that caused around 67 million deaths were on another scale altogether.

09 Dec 2019 12:59 AM

Deccan Chronicle had reported on Sunday that the regular number had been deactivated by Whatsapp after it received a surge messages after the Disha rape.

7901114100 is Cyberabad’s new helpline number

The Cyberabad police is attempting to get the regular number up and running again.

09 Dec 2019 12:58 AM

National Human Rights Commission

NHRC meets Disha’s dad, sister

Disha’s relatives of Disha requested the NHRC team not to disturb the parents as the condition of the mother was fragile.

09 Dec 2019 12:56 AM

It is clear that unemployment and economic distress would be one of the key issues in these Assembly polls and the Opposition alliance is milking it to the fullest.

Job losses may sink BJP

Even at political rallies, there is a concerted attempt by the opposition alliance to focus only on local issues.

09 Dec 2019 12:54 AM

Devotees watch as a fire blazes in the potu (kitchen) at Tirumala where boondi is prepared for the laddu prasadam of Lord Venkateswara.

Fire in Tirumala laddu kitchen

Fire breaks out while pouring ghee.

09 Dec 2019 12:54 AM

Protesters hold placards against the Citizenship Amendment Bill, on Tank Bund. (Photo: S. Surender Reddy)

Protesters say Citizenship Amendment Bill distorts idea of India

Many of the protestors questioned the state government’s silence over the NRC.

09 Dec 2019 12:52 AM

Amit Shah

Amit Shah set to move CAB in LS today

The CAB will amend the six-decade-old Citizenship Act.

09 Dec 2019 12:51 AM

National Green Tribunal (Photo: PTI/File)

National Green Tribunal sets deadline for Musi river cleanup

Green tribunal tells GHMC to clean river by March next year or pay hefty penalty.

09 Dec 2019 12:48 AM

Police personnel cordon off the site of a fire as onlookers stand at Rani Jhansi Road in New Delhi on Sunday. (Photo: AP)

43 perish in Delhi factory blaze

Illegal manufacturing units in Anaj Mandi area fully gutted.

09 Dec 2019 12:45 AM

Ananya Pandey

Will not do misogynistic films: Ananya Pandey

In her sophomore outing, the 21-year-old is playing ‘the other woman’ to Kartik Aaryan’s character.

09 Dec 2019 12:44 AM

College students protest after the Citizenship (Amendment) Bill was cleared by the Union Cabinet recently in Guwahati on Friday. (PTI)

Govt’s desperate hurry on CAB seems puzzling

Neither the beneficiaries of CAB nor those likely to be adversely affected are going anywhere.

09 Dec 2019 12:34 AM

Article 21 of the Constitution states quite clearly: “No person shall be deprived of his life or personal liberty except according to the procedure established by law.”

‘Instant justice’ is abhorrent

The CJI’s is a voice of sanity amid the wide support for the Telangana police action in killing four suspected rapists.

09 Dec 2019 12:25 AM

Reserve Bank of India.

What RBI’s revised forecast means for us

The Indian central bank arrived at the five per cent growth projection after revising its forecast for six times in the last 11 months.

09 Dec 2019 12:10 AM

Yips are often conflated with choking, but research suggests neurological causes.

Yips, causing athletes to fail

The condition began causing the loss of his fine motor skills.

09 Dec 2019 12:06 AM

Vande Mataram by disciples of Ratikant Mohapatra.

A classical extravaganza

A solo tabla recital at the festival by Pandit Swapan Chaudhuri, the world-renowned tabla player, received a standing ovation.

09 Dec 2019 12:05 AM

Akshay Kumar and Salman Khan.

Furious competition next Eid

Even Radhe is a cop film and Akshay’s Sooryavanshi, where he plays a cop, will be out in March and then there is Akshay banging opposite Salman.

09 Dec 2019 12:05 AM

Hannah Brown.

Yearning for Christmas already

No wonder Christmas is one of her favourite times of the year.

09 Dec 2019 12:05 AM

Lady Gaga.

Not dressing up the truth for anyone

Fans and followers might remember during a recent interview, while reacting to her Grammy nominations.

09 Dec 2019 12:05 AM

Yips are often conflated with choking, but research suggests neurological causes

Yips, causing athletes to fail

Stephen Hendry is deemed as one of the most successful snooker, had developed a condition known as the yips.

09 Dec 2019 12:00 AM

Beenu Rajput

Different, yet abled

Director-producer Beenu Rajput explores the lives of five visually-impaired individuals who proved all the stereotypes wrong.

09 Dec 2019 12:00 AM

Noor Mahal

The Kurukshetra trail!

This quaint little town in Haryana will take you on an epic journey back to days when it all battles and swords!

09 Dec 2019 12:00 AM

Shashaa Tirupati

Catching up on indie music with fervour

The Canadian singer Shashaa aims to leap forward with independent music.

09 Dec 2019 12:00 AM

As DC looks around, these Chennaittes have been burning the candle at both ends.

Entrepreneurs feel Christmassy

These city women wear many hats with élan and bring out their best during festive seasons.

09 Dec 2019 12:00 AM

Sriram PS with his buddies

Globetrotting with bestie!

They know you inside out, and you might be ignoring them because you’re married!

09 Dec 2019 12:00 AM

Waheeda Rehman

Through the looking glass

Covering the grasslands of Masai Mara, wild forests of Tanzania and desert of Kutch, she has been on more than nine trips in the past six years.

09 Dec 2019 12:00 AM

Lust Stories, on Netflix, boldly discusses women and their desires. Thanks to online streaming shows conversations around sex have entered our living rooms

Under wraps: Sex talk for women

Chennai-based sexologist Dr Narayana Reddy believes it is largely because of a predominantly patriarchal society in most parts of the world.

09 Dec 2019 12:00 AM

Manchester United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has praised midfielder Paul Pogba, saying that he is one of the best players in the world when he is in good touch. (Photo:AFP)

Paul Pogba is one of best players when in form: Ole Gunnar Solskjaer

Pogba has endured a frustrating 2019-20 campaign to date, having only managed five Premier League appearances in total due.

08 Dec 2019 9:00 PM

Roy and Islam stand accused in a list of 23 accused who have been named in the chargesheet submitted by the police before the additional chief judicial magistrate of the Bolpur Court on December 4. (Photo: Twitter)

BJP leaders Mukul Roy and Monirul Islam chargesheeted in triple murder case

While Mr Islam faces murder charge, criminal intimidation charge has been slapped on Mr Roy, sources revealed.

08 Dec 2019 8:56 PM

The Prime Minister arrived at the Ruby Hall Clinic, where Shourie is admitted, around 6 pm. (Photo: Twitter)

PM meets Arun Shourie at Pune hospital

The 78-year-old former BJP leader had suffered a brain injury, including internal bleeding and swelling.

08 Dec 2019 8:54 PM

Former Manchester United skipper Roy Keane said the club’s 2-1 win over defending Premier League champions Manchester City on Saturday will give the players much-needed confidence to shed the inconsistency that has dogged them all season. (Photo:AP)

Roy Keane, Gary Neville hails Man United's win vs City

Victory at derby rivals City followed a 2-1 win over former boss Jose Mourinho’s Tottenham Hotspur on Wednesday, lifting United to fifth.

08 Dec 2019 8:29 PM

As per the data, IIT Madras tops the list with suicides by seven students during this period. (Photo: File)

27 students across 10 IITs ended lives in five years: RTI

However, no reply was given to the query which sought to know the reasons behind the IIT students' suicides.

08 Dec 2019 8:19 PM

Representative Peter DeFazio, a Democrat, on Friday praised Uber for releasing the information, but said Uber and other companies must do more “to establish formal policies, training and reporting structures.”

Lawmaker says Uber must take action after disclosing sexual assault reports

The sexual assault figure represents a 16 per cent fall in the rate of incidents from the previous year.

08 Dec 2019 8:00 PM

Manchester City has released a statement, saying that they will work with Greater Manchester Police in order to identify the person behind targetting racial slurs at Manchester United's Jesse Lingard. (Photo:AFP)

Jesse Lingard witnesses racism during Manchester derby, police to investigate matter

In 67th minute of the match, Fred and Jesse Lingard had objects including lighters and water bottles thrown at them from the stands.

08 Dec 2019 7:59 PM

Liverpool's manager Juergen Klopp feels that the injury which Dejan Lovren sustained during the Bournemouth match is not a serious one. (Photo:AFP)

Lionel Messi surpasses Cristiano Ronaldo to record most hat-tricks in La Liga

Messi now has 35 hat-tricks in the tournament, while Ronaldo had 34, goal.com reported.

08 Dec 2019 7:45 PM

The statement comes amidst speculations that the party's December 14 rally in Delhi is likely to pave the way for the Gandhi scion to take over as Congress president again. (Photo: File)

Rahul Gandhi must return as Cong chief soon: Chhattisgarh CM Bhupesh Baghel

Rahul Gandhi had quit as president of the party following the Congress' poor show in the 2019 Lok Sabha elections.

08 Dec 2019 7:36 PM

The study was presented at the 105th Scientific Assembly and Annual Meeting of the Radiological Society of North America-RSNA 2019. (Photo: ANI)

Women taking OCP has smaller hypothalamus volume

Studies reveal that women taking birth control pill likely to have smaller key brain region.

08 Dec 2019 7:33 PM

Adityanath said the basis of welfare schemes should be the common man. (Photo: File)

SP promoted nepotism, casteism: Yogi Adityanath

The UP chief minister also said there was a lot of potential in UP and the need was to promote the state in the field of medical tourism.

08 Dec 2019 6:54 PM

Deepika Padukone.

Deepika Padukone documents childhood days with throwback picture; check out

In the extremely adorable snap shared by the actor, Deepika as a kid is seen wearing a yellow T-shirt flaunting her dimples.

08 Dec 2019 6:53 PM

Invoking the Delhi gang rape, Yadav said it has been seven years since December 16, 2012 but justice has still not been served. (Photo: File)

'Credit goes to CM': Top minister on Hyderabad encounter

The minister expressed happiness over the encounter killing the rape accused.

08 Dec 2019 6:28 PM

Barcelona coach Ernesto Valverde hailed striker Lionel Messi, saying that scoring a hat-trick was the perfect way to celebrate the Ballon d'Or award. (Photo:AFP)

Hat-trick was a good way to celebrate Ballon d'Or: Ernesto Valverde hails Messi

Messi scored thrice and as a result, he went past Cristiano Ronaldo to record the most number of hat-tricks in La Liga.

08 Dec 2019 6:26 PM

The work on the project, planned to overcome acute water scarcity in Kishtwar town and adjoining areas. (Photo: Representational)

After facing acute shortage, J&K's Kishtwar to get five lakh gallons of water

The scheme is likely to be formally inaugurated on December 19

08 Dec 2019 6:20 PM

'Rape toh hua nahi, jab hoga tab aana (Rape has not happened, come when it happens),' a cop at the police station told the woman. (Photo: Representational)

'Come after you get raped': UP cops refuse to register complaint in another case

It is the same village where a rape victim was set on fire by four men.

08 Dec 2019 6:09 PM

Adobe is expected to bring in more features, improvements, and other developments to Medium in 2020.

Adobe buys Oculus Medium from Facebook

Medium will remain free for people with an Oculus VR system.

08 Dec 2019 6:00 PM

Kartik Aaryan and Sunny Singh.

My cameo in 'Pati Patni Aur Woh' is gesture of friendship with Kartik: Sunny Singh

True friendship is rare in the entertainment industry, Sunny Singh and Kartik Aaryan's friendship is one of a kind.

08 Dec 2019 5:06 PM

Liverpool's manager Juergen Klopp feels that the injury which Dejan Lovren sustained during the Bournemouth match is not a serious one. (Photo:AP)

Juergen Klopp says Dejan Lovren's injury is not too serious

Lovren picked the injury during his club's 3-0 win over Bournemouth in Premier League on Saturday.

08 Dec 2019 4:54 PM

He did not destroy the art work. The banana is the idea. (Photo: AFP)

Hungry man eats banana, which was a piece of art

Man eats USD 120,000 piece of art -- a banana taped to wall.

08 Dec 2019 4:52 PM

The Mukesh Ambani-led telecom operator added that its new plan are offering up to 25 per cent more value than that of rivals.

Average customer unlikely to pay for outgoing calls, says Reliance Jio

Reliance Jio is offering 1,000 minutes per month (28-day cycle) of free calling every month across all plans.

08 Dec 2019 4:40 PM

Alterations in this network may lead to excessive negative thoughts and difficulties regulating emotions, stimulating thoughts of suicide. (Photo: ANI)

Brain network can trigger suicide

Studies reveal that key networks in brain may increase suicide risks.

08 Dec 2019 4:33 PM

Montpellier's Andy Delort said Paris Saint-Germain player Neymar does not have to tease his opponents. (Photo:AFP)

Andy Delort slams Neymar for teasing his opponents

After the match, the Brazilian international was caught having an altercation with Delort.

08 Dec 2019 4:33 PM

'We must all take an oath to see that this sort of discrimination, this sort of atrocity is stopped,' Naidu said. (Photo: File)

Don't get into politics over atrocities against women: Vice President

Naidu said that merely by introducing new Bills will not reduce crime against women in the society.

08 Dec 2019 4:31 PM

Carbon cycle during the Mesozoic period imply that greenhouse gases released directly by LIPs can initiate global change that persists over 10,000 to 100,000 years. (Photo: ANI)

Carbon based green house gas cause of global warming

Studies reveal that carbon emissions from volcanic rocks produce global warming effects.

08 Dec 2019 4:30 PM

Liverpool's Jordan Henderson expressed elation over his club's commanding 3-0 win over Bournemouth saying that it was a 'very solid performance'. (Photo:AP)

Jordan Henderson elated after Liverpool's 3-0 win vs Bournemouth

After Saturday's win, Liverpool have consolidated their top position on the Premier League points table. The club now have 46 points.

08 Dec 2019 4:24 PM

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola said he liked how his team (Manchster City) played against Manchester United despite facing a 2-1 home defeat. (Photo:AFP)

Pep Guardiola liked his team's performance despite defeat against Manchester United

Manchester City suffered a 2-1 defeat on Saturday in Premier League.

08 Dec 2019 4:14 PM

The prime minister reiterated Pakistan's commitment to the SAARC process. (Photo: File)

Pakistan believes in effective, result-oriented regional cooperation: PM Imran

Khan said Pakistan is firm believer in the strength and potential of regional cooperation for individual, national and regional development.

08 Dec 2019 4:12 PM

Barcelona's Luis Suarez is exhilarated after scoring his career's best goal against RCD Mallorca on Sunday. (Photo:AFP)

Luis Suarez happy after scoring his career's best goal

Suarez pulled off a brilliant back-heel effort to score a goal.

08 Dec 2019 4:04 PM

Google Glass, announced first in 2012, is widely considered a failed product for being a half-finished and anti-privacy device.

Google ends support for Explorer Edition of Glass

Google will roll out one more update before ending its support for the Explorer version.

08 Dec 2019 4:00 PM

As India and West Indies gear up to take on each other in the second T20I on Sunday, West Indies skipper Kieron Pollard will look to achieve a batting milestone in the shortest format of the game. Pollard is just 10 runs away from smashing 1000 runs in T20 internationals. (Photo:PTI)

Kieron Pollard 10 runs away from T20I batting record

If the batsman manages to do so, he will become the fourth Windies batsmen to achieve the feat.

08 Dec 2019 3:56 PM

The organisers of such marches routinely dismiss these official counts as gross underestimates. (Photo: AFP)

Travel misery hits tourists visiting France

New travel misery in France as unions warn of fresh turmoil.

08 Dec 2019 3:48 PM

England national team selector Ed Smith has admitted that the board have no idea on when Moeen Ali will make a comeback in the Test squad. (Photo:AFP)

England chief selector clueless about Moeen Ali's return to Test cricket

On September 21, Ali missed the central contract for Test cricket as he had taken a break from the longest format of the game.

08 Dec 2019 3:43 PM

The study was published in the journal -- Methods in Ecology and Evolution. (Photo: ANI)

Complex visual information can be analysed through eyes of animals

Framework for humans to see through eyes of animals developed by researchers.

08 Dec 2019 3:40 PM

The researchers reported the study in the Journal of Nature Communications. (Photo: ANI)

Brain oxygen level affected by natural behaviour

Studies reveal that exercising can increase oxygen in the brain.

08 Dec 2019 3:37 PM

It was on December 8, 2011, when Virender Sehwag became just the second batsman in the history of the sport to score a double century in ODIs. (Photo:AFP)

On this day, Virender Sehwag became second batsman to score 200 in ODIs

Sehwag, went on to score 219 runs against West Indies at the Holkar Cricket Stadium in Indore.

08 Dec 2019 3:29 PM

The administration had also assured of giving round the clock protection to the victim's sister and issuance of an arms license to her brother based on their demands and apart from this the family's demand to meet Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath had also been accepted. (Photo: ANI)

UP rape: Last rites of victim conducted in UP cabinet ministers' presence

The last rites were performed on a piece of land belonging to the victim's family.

08 Dec 2019 3:24 PM

India’s captain Virat Kohli says his priority is to help India win matches than just play ‘slam-bang cricket’ for the sake of entertaining the crowd in the Twenty20 game. (Photo:Twitter)

Virat Kohli says he would rather finish than entertain

Kohli produced a batting masterclass in 1st T20I match against WI, smashing a career-best 94 not out to help India chase a 200-plus target.

08 Dec 2019 3:15 PM

'Whatever their demands -- that case should be put to trial in fast track court so that culprits are given strictest punishment on time...apart from that, the family of the deceased victim is poor, and their resources are very limited. We would provide them facilities which can be sanctioned by the government,' Meshram said. (Photo: ANI)

'All demands of Unnao rape victim's family accepted': Lucknow Commissioner

The mortal remains of the Unnao rape victim are being taken for the last rites by the family today.

08 Dec 2019 3:07 PM

Former South Africa skipper Graeme Smith is set to become the new director of cricket (DOC) at Cricket South Africa (CSA) by Wednesday next week. (Photo:AP)

Graeme Smith set to become Cricket South Africa's director of cricket

CSA prez Chris Nenzani had a talk with Smith, and if all goes according to plan, the appointment will be made official next week.

08 Dec 2019 3:03 PM

James Anderson, Jonny Bairstow and Mark Wood returned to England's Test squad for South Africa series. (Photo:AFP)

James Anderson, Jonny Bairstow and Mark Wood back in England squad for SA Tests

Anderson sustained a right calf tear in the 1st Ashes Test, Wood is recovering from a left knee injury sustained in the ICC WC Final.

08 Dec 2019 2:52 PM

Passenger vehicles' production last month stood at 1,39,084 units as against 1,34,149 units in November 2018, an increase of 3.67 per cent, Maruti Suzuki India said in a regulatory filing.

Maruti raises production by 4 per cent in Nov after 9 straight months of output cut

The company produced a total of 1,41,834 units in November as against 1,35,946 units in the year-ago month, MSI said.

08 Dec 2019 2:43 PM

It will help improve customer experience through the whole customer journey which not only results in increased customer satisfaction but also improved lifetime value. (Photo: Pixabay)

WebEngage partners with Infobip to provide WhatsApp as an engagement channel

The launch of WhatsApp reinforces WebEngage’s omnichannel capabilities with a total of 8 communication channels on offer.

08 Dec 2019 2:26 PM

On the enterprise side, Microsoft will alert the administrator to enforce a credential reset.

Microsoft discovers 44 million accounts using breached passwords

Microsoft has now forced a password reset for accounts for which a match was found.

08 Dec 2019 2:00 PM

Tens of thousands snaked their way through the financial hub's main island under crisp winter skies in what looked set to be the biggest turnout in months. (Photo: AFP)

Hong Kongers mark half year protest anniversary with huge rally

Semi-autonomous Hong Kong has been battered by increasingly violent demonstrations.

08 Dec 2019 1:56 PM

Nawazuddin Siddiqui.

Nawazuddin Siddiqui's sister dies after long cancer battle

The actor had opened up about Syama's diagnosis last October on Twitter.

08 Dec 2019 1:46 PM

An Indian-origin Sikh couple living in the UK has won a landmark court battle after they were racially discriminated against by a local council that did not allow them to go for adoption, reported IANS. (Photo: AP)

Sikh couple not allowed to adopt white kids due to race wins UK court battle

The couple tried to get this 2016 decision reversed and even won the support of their local MP, the then home secretary Theresa May.

08 Dec 2019 1:40 PM

Cricket South Africa (CSA) have appointed administrator Jacques Faul as acting chief executive and hope to conclude negotiations with former test captain Graeme Smith to take over as director of cricket next week, the governing body said on Saturday. (Photo:Twitter)

Embattled CSA appoint Jacques Faul as action CEO

The CSA decided to appoint Faul at a special board meeting on Saturday after a chaotic week in which they suspended CEO Thabang Moroe.

08 Dec 2019 1:39 PM

The research was published in the journal Diabetes Care. (Photo: ANI)

Insulin injections linked to weight gain and the loss of control of blood sugar level

Study reveals diet synced with biological clock could replace problematic diabetes treatment.

08 Dec 2019 1:30 PM

'The Anaj Mandi fire tragedy is a very sad incident. More than 40 people have died. I have ordered a magisterial inquiry into it. Compensation of Rs 10 lakh each will be given to families of those dead and Rs 1 lakh each to those injured. The expense of medical treatment of those injured will be borne by the government,' Kejriwal said. (Photo: ANI)

Delhi fire: Kejriwal orders inquiry, announces Rs 10 Lakh compensation for kin

The govt has also ordered a magisterial inquiry into the incident and sought a report within 7 days.

08 Dec 2019 1:27 PM

US President Donald Trump aimed to make inroads Saturday in the politically important Jewish-American vote with a Florida speech where he declared himself the best friend Israel has ever had. (Photo: File)

'Israel never had better friend in White House than me,' says Trump

The policies are also highly popular with right-wing evangelical Christian Republicans -- a vital part of Trump's support base.

08 Dec 2019 1:25 PM

The study was published in British Dental Journal. (Photo: ANI)

Effect of obesity on non-surgical periodontal care

Study explores relationship between obesity and gum disease.

08 Dec 2019 1:21 PM

Local programs, such as reducing traffic, have also promptly improved many health measures. (Photo: ANI)

Reducing air pollution can result in prompt and substantial health gains

Research finds dramatic health benefits following air pollution reduction.

08 Dec 2019 1:10 PM

Fijian international footballer Roy Krishna was awarded the ISL Hero of the Month for November after some scintillating performances for his team ATK. (Photo:PTI)

Atletico De Kolkata's Roy Krishna receives ISL Hero of the Month award

The striker saw off stiff competition from the likes of Jamshedpur FC's Sergio Castel, Odisha FC's Aridane Santana, FC Goa's Mourtada Fall.

08 Dec 2019 1:08 PM

Thousands of black-clad protesters from all walks of life gathered in Hong Kong on Sunday under a crisp blue sky for a rally that is expected to gauge support for democracy in the financial hub which has been roiled by protests for six months. (Photo: AP)

'Will fight until I die': Hong Kong protests cross half-year mark with rally

In a statement on Saturday, govt appealed for calm and said it has 'learned its lesson and will humbly listen to and accept criticism.'

08 Dec 2019 1:07 PM

Islamic Jihad fired around 450 rockets at Israel, many of which were intercepted by the Iron Dome defence system. Israel has fought three wars with Hamas and allied armed groups in Gaza since 2008. (Photo: ANI | Representational)

Israel strikes in Gaza after rocket attack

Hamas has controlled Gaza since 2007, Israel holds the Islamist movement responsible for all rocket fire coming from the territory.

08 Dec 2019 1:03 PM

Ryan Reynolds and actress wife Blake Lively.

Pinterest to remove wedding pictures of Blake Lively, Ryan Reynolds from site

According to photos, the actors decided on a rustic theme that included pink and rose gold accents, who tied the knot in 2012.

08 Dec 2019 12:56 PM

Manchester United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer went into a crucial week of fixtures with critics questioning whether he was the right man for the job of restoring the club’s fortunes. But those sniping at the Norwegian will surely be a little quieter now after, in the space of four days, he masterminded victories over two of the most respected managers in the game, Jose Mourinho and Pep Guardiola. (Photo:AP)

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer delivers perfect reply to his doubters

After beating UCL runners-up Tottenham Hotspur, Solskjaer’s young side enjoyed a memorable 2-1 triumph over Man City.

08 Dec 2019 12:56 PM

Following the weak GDP outturn for the September quarter, Indian real GDP growth in FY 2019-20 is expected to be slightly below 5 per cent, as it is anticipated that the impact of stimulus measures will take time to filter through to the real economy, IHS said.

India's real GDP growth in FY20 to come below 5 per cent: Report

For the first half of 2019-20 fiscal, GDP growth slowed to a pace of 4.8 per cent compared to the 7.5 per cent a year back.

08 Dec 2019 12:50 PM

Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel said on Saturday that only Rahul Gandhi can lead the Congress going forward. (Photo: File)

If there is any future leader, it's Rahul Gandhi,' says Bhupesh Baghel

However, Baghel made the statement at the Hindustan Times Leadership Summit here.

08 Dec 2019 12:49 PM

Tottenham Hotspur boss Jose Mourinho has called for a collective effort to plug their leaky defence which has conceded 'cheap goals' in his first four matches at the club. (Photo:AFP)

Tottenham Hotspur must fix leaky defence and stop cheap goals: Jose Mourinho

Spurs have conceded eight goals in all competitions and failed to keep a single clean sheet since Mourinho took over from Pochettino.

08 Dec 2019 12:30 PM

A proposal to create a two-division world soccer league for leading clubs is 'far-fetched' and 'insane', UEFA president Aleksander Ceferin said in a statement on Friday. (Photo:Twitter)

UEFA chief calls reported world league plan 'far-fetched' and 'insane'

FT and NYT have reported that discussions led by RM prez Florentino Perez have taken place over the possibility of setting up the league.

08 Dec 2019 12:30 PM

The Saudi military student who carried out a deadly shooting spree at a US naval base showed videos of mass shootings at a dinner party the night before the attack, The New York Times reported Saturday. (Representational Image)

Night before US naval base attack, gunman showed mass shooting videos at party

The revelation about the dinner party came as authorities probed whether the shooter had any accomplices.

08 Dec 2019 12:29 PM

Two classy strikes by Harry Kane and a sensational solo goal by Son Heung-min powered a dominant Tottenham Hotspur to a 5-0 thrashing of Burnley on Saturday, the third straight Premier League defeat for the visitors. (Photo:AP)

Premier League 2019-20: Harry Kane's double helps Tottenham thump Burnley 5-0

Burnley’s defence was brutally exposed from the beginning as Kane drifted across the middle and smashed an unstoppable shot from the edge.

08 Dec 2019 12:18 PM

The case of a dismembered body found stuffed in a suitcase on Mumbai's Mahim beach has been solved and a teenage couple, including the man's adopted daughter, have been arrested for murder, a police official said on Saturday. (Representational Image)

Mumbai man's body found in suitcase on beach, teen adopted daughter, lover held

The victim's house was found locked and local residents said he lived there with his 19-year-old adopted daughter, the official said.

08 Dec 2019 12:16 PM

Cristiano Ronaldo put Juventus ahead at the Stadio Olimpico when he picked up a Rodrigo Bentancur cross to tap in after 25 minutes. (Photo:AP)

Serie A 2019-20: Napoli defeat Juventus 3-1, leave title race open

Maurizio Sarri's eight-time reigning league champions remain second in the table, two points behind leaders Inter Milan after 15 matches.

08 Dec 2019 12:10 PM

Vivek Oberoi.

'Balakot: The True Story' is 'true celebration' of Indian Air Force: Vivek Oberoi

Vivek was last seen in PM Narendra Modi's biopic which witnessed a decent box office collection.

08 Dec 2019 12:08 PM

Neymar scored a sublime free-kick and set up another goal as Paris Saint-Germain rallied to beat 10-man Montpellier 3-1 and restore their lead at the top of Ligue 1 to eight points. (Photo:AFP)

Ligue 1 2019-20: Neymar stars in PSG's 3-1 comeback win over 10-man Montpellier

Montpellier, unbeaten at home since the opening day of the season, grabbed the lead on 41 minutes at the Stade de la Mosson.

08 Dec 2019 12:01 PM

Musk’s court papers cast his comments as part of the rough-and-tumble world of Twitter.

Musk's defamation win may reset legal landscape for social media

Musk defended his comments as trivial taunts made on a social media platform.

08 Dec 2019 12:00 PM

Atletico Madrid’s 126 million euro (108.24 million pounds) signing Joao Felix failed to convert any of his six chances, including a glaring miss in the first half where he was unmarked in the box but somehow sent the ball over the bar from close range. (Photo:AFP)

La Liga 2019-20: Villareal hold Atletico Madrid to 0-0 draw, blow hopes of title race

Atletico, who have failed to win at Villarreal since April 2015, are sixth in the table on 26 points from 16 games.

08 Dec 2019 11:53 AM

A senior Telangana minister on Saturday backed the alleged killing of four accused in the murder-cum-rape case of a veterinarian near Hyderabad in an encounter saying that anybody who commits a crime so cruel can expect to be eliminated in a police encounter. (Photo: Twitter)

'Misinterpreted': T'gana minister clarifies after remark on encounter

on Saturday, CJI S A Bobde opposed practice of extrajudicial killing, saying that justice loses its character when it takes form of revenge.

08 Dec 2019 11:51 AM

Markets are expected to remain volatile this week as many factors globally and stock-specific (developments) will influence the bourses. US Fed meeting outcome will be a major international event, Jimeet Modi, Founder & CEO, SAMCO Securities & StockNote said. (Photo: File)

Global cues, macro-data to set tone for equity markets: Analysts

The US Federal Reserve interest rate decision on Thursday will be a major event that would be keenly tracked by markets globally.

08 Dec 2019 11:49 AM

The study was published in the Journal of the American Academy of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry. (Photo: ANI)

Children in high-risk group if their parents have depression

Studies reveal that structural differences in brains of children whose parents have depression.

08 Dec 2019 11:47 AM

'Cow is the mother of universe....it nurtures soil, it nurtures animals, birds and it also nurtures humans and protects them from diseases and makes the human heart as tender as flower,' Bhagwat said. (Photo: File | ANI)

Rearing cows decreases 'criminal mindset' of prisoners: RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat

Bhagwat said he was talking from experiences shared by some jail authorities.

08 Dec 2019 11:47 AM

Liverpool made seven changes but still romped to a 3-0 win at Bournemouth after goals from Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain, Naby Keita and Mohamed Salah extended their Premier League lead to 11 points over Leicester City, who play on Sunday. (Photo:AFP)

Premier League 2019-20: Experimenting Liverpool demolish Bournemouth 3-0

Despite another change, there was no stopping the visitors and Keita started and finished the move for their second goal.

08 Dec 2019 11:40 AM

Presumably, the records imply that the women referred to as 'geisha' might have come on their own, as opposed to sex slaves, who were coerced. (Photo: File | Representational)

Japan asked for 1 sex slave for every 70 soldiers in WW2 to 'prevent rape, disease'

The sex slaves issue has been a source of a painful dispute between South Korea and Japan.

08 Dec 2019 11:37 AM

Two goals from Dominic Calvert-Lewin after Richarlison’s early opener justified Ferguson’s decision to shake up the side with an aggressive 4-4-2 formation as the former Everton striker replaced the sacked Marco Silva in the dugout. (Photo:AFP)

Premier League 2019-20: Everton thump Chelsea 3-1, move out of relegation zone

Everton caretaker manager Duncan Ferguson side bristled with intent to beat Chelsea 3-1.

08 Dec 2019 11:28 AM

FPIs invested Rs 1,424.6 crore on a net basis in the debt segment, resulting in a total net outflow of Rs 244.2 crore in December so far. (Photo: Representational | PTI)

FPIs turn net sellers in share markets in Dec amid weak macro data

According to the depositories data, foreign investors pulled out a net sum of Rs 1,668.8 crore from equities.

08 Dec 2019 11:18 AM

Lionel Messi broke yet another record by hitting his 35th La Liga hat-trick as Barcelona thrashed Real Mallorca 5-2 to keep pace with Real Madrid at the top of the table. (Photo:AFP)

La Liga 2019-20: Lionel Messi's 35th hattrick helps Barcelona thrash Mallorca 5-2

Madrid and Barcelona are back level on points at the top of the table, with Barca ahead on goal difference.

08 Dec 2019 11:18 AM

Roy said, 'I can never accept that encounter or kangaroo courts can ever be the standard operating procedure in dispensing criminal justice. People ought to be arrested, taken before the court, charge-sheeted, tried and the court will hand out punishment to them which is to be carried out'. (Photo: ANI)

'Can never accept encounters, Kangaroo courts': Meghalaya Guv

Earlier this Friday, the police said that all 4 accused in the case were killed in an encounter.

08 Dec 2019 11:17 AM

Real Madrid’s Raphael Varane and Karim Benzema scored in each half to earn a comfortable 2-0 home win over Espanyol that sent their team provisionally top of La Liga on Saturday. (Photo:AFP)

La Liga 2019-20: Real Madrid beat Espanyol 2-0, go to top

Madrid were not at their best but moved three points clear of rivals Barcelona, who hosted Real Mallorca in the late game.

08 Dec 2019 11:08 AM

The market capitalisation (m-cap) of TCS jumped Rs 26,360.5 crore to Rs 7,96,612.51 crore at close on Friday.

Five of top-10 most valued firms add Rs 56,877 crore in market valuation

Reliance Industries Limited (RIL), ICICI Bank, Kotak Mahindra Bank and Infosys were among the gainers.

08 Dec 2019 11:03 AM

The sister of Unnao rape victim on Sunday demanded that Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath should visit them and give an immediate decision. (Photo: ANI)

'Wont cremate her until CM Yogi visits us,' demands UP rape victim's family

The 23-year-old was airlifted from Lucknow's SMC Government Hospital to Delhi for treatment at Safdarjung Hospital.

08 Dec 2019 11:00 AM

Manchester United's Marcus Rashford opened the scoring from the penalty spot in the 23rd minute and Anthony Martial doubled the visitors' lead six minutes later. Manchester City came back strongly and eventually their pressure paid off, with Nicolas Otamendi's late header sparking a frantic wave of City attacks but they failed to find an equaliser and United moved up to fifth in the table. (Photo:AP)

Premier League 2019-20: Man City lose 2-1 to United, go 14 points behind Liverpool

Defending champions City came into the match at the Etihad Stadium knowing they had to win after Juergen Klopp's men coasted to a 3-0 win.

08 Dec 2019 10:56 AM

'I have fought to strengthen the special US-India relationship, which is why I'm deeply concerned. Detaining people without charge, severely limiting communications, & blocking neutral third-parties from visiting the region is harmful to our close, critical bilateral relationship,' Indian-American Congresswoman Pramila Jayapal tweeted. (Photo: ANI)

Bill introduced in US House of Representatives urges India to end restrictions in J&K

It notes that the people across the US maintain ties with family and friends in J&K.

08 Dec 2019 10:53 AM

BJP MP Pragya Singh Thakur has approached the Madhya Pradesh police with a demand that they register a case against a Congress MLA who allegedly threatened to "burn" her over her remarks on Nathuram Godse, the assassin of Mahatma Gandhi. (Photo: File)

Pragya Thakur goes to police over Congress MLA's threat to ‘burn’ her

Thakur came to the Kamla Nehru police station in the Madhya Pradesh capital on Saturday night, a senior police officer said.

08 Dec 2019 10:45 AM

Apple has confirmed that it will issue a fix in future software updates.

Apple will issue fix for new MacBook Pro popping sound issue

The popping sound issue is related to the software and experienced after playback has ended while using audio apps.

08 Dec 2019 10:00 AM

North Korea said Sunday it carried out a “very important test” at its long-range rocket launch site. (Photo: File)

North Korea carries out ‘very significant’ test at satellite launch site: report

The UN bans North Korea from launching satellites because it is considered a test of long-range missile technology.

08 Dec 2019 9:44 AM

Thirty two people were killed after a fire broke out in a house in Anaj Mandi on Rani Jhansi Road here on Sunday morning, a Delhi Fire Service official said. (Photo: ANI)

Delhi fire: Death toll reaches 43, factory had no fire clearance, safety

Many people trapped inside were rescued and rushed to RML Hospital and Hindu Rao Hospital, they said.

08 Dec 2019 9:33 AM

Senior Congress leader P Chidambaram on Saturday hit out at the Centre over the Kashmir issue and spiralling onion prices and accused the BJP of targeting political rivals and said he will neither buckle or fall under pressure nor join the ruling BJP. (Photo: File)

'BJP denied freedom to 75 lakh Kashmiris,' claims P Chidambaram

Quoting a popular verse of nationalist poet Subramania Bharathi, he said the bard may have sung it 'bearing Modi in mind.'

08 Dec 2019 9:24 AM

Leader of Opposition and former Maharashtra chief minister Devendra Fadnavis claimed on Saturday that it was NCP leader Ajit Pawar who approached him to form a government in Maharashtra. (Photo: File)

'Ajit approached us,' says Fadnavis, admits move boomeranged

Fadnavis went on to add that the ACB affidavit 'will not stick (stand) in high court'.

08 Dec 2019 9:14 AM

Water from a leaking Mission Bhagiratha pipeline swamps foodgrains in Buggaram on Saturday.

Leaking MB pipelines drench food grains

Although, the farmers immediately informed the officials, they arrived late. Another 200 quintals were soaked.

08 Dec 2019 6:09 AM

As part of the green challenge, Mr Limbadri planted saplings at the TSCHE office along with senior officials at Masab Tank..

Varsities take up green challenge

The registrars have accepted the challenge and said that they would implement it as soon as possible on the campuses.

08 Dec 2019 6:08 AM

Archbishop, P.K. Samuel, of Central Diocese, Bengaluru (Church of South India)

Not guilty: Harassment case dropped against archbishop

The FIR was registered at the Shivajinagar police station after the woman allegedly attempted suicide on January 31.

08 Dec 2019 6:05 AM

Bengaluru Metro Rail Corporation Ltd

BMRCL: Hebbal to get multi-mode station

BMRCL expects 2.5L passengers per day on the Airport line, once completed.

08 Dec 2019 6:04 AM

Set in Las Vegas, Robert Redford plays the rich lech while Demi Moore and Woody Harrelson play the couple.

On the contrary: Indecent proposal

One isn't suggesting that rapists be treated with kid gloves; by all means, hang them if they are found guilty after due legal process.

08 Dec 2019 6:03 AM

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Sikh couple not allowed to adopt white kids due to race wins UK court battle

An Indian-origin Sikh couple living in the UK has won a landmark court battle after they were racially discriminated against by a local council that did not allow them to go for adoption, reported IANS. (Photo: AP)

'The rapist is you!' Global anthem against sexual violence making its way to India

From quiet beginnings just a few weeks ago, The Rapist is You! - the creation of four performance artists from a Chilean feminist group - has turned into a mighty global roar against sexual violence. (Photo: Youtube/ screengrab)

'Waste of time': Why young Japanese are choosing to not get married

One 38-year-old woman, who declined to give her name, said she "didn't have the courage" to find a spouse and move away from her mother, who had come with her to the match-making party. (Representational Image)

Allu Arjun to Pooja Hegde, celebs on encounter of 4 accused of Hyd vet rape-murder

Pooja Hegde and Allu Arjun. (Photo: Instagram)

Hunted in India for rape, Nithyananda founds 'new nation' in Ecuador

Nithyananda, whose real name is Rajashekharan, is a native of Tamil Nadu. His preachings are loosely based on those of Osho Rajneesh. (Photo: File)

Caught on camera: World leaders appear to mock US President Donald Trump

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson can be heard asking France's President Emmanuel Macron: "Is that why you were late?" (Photo: Screengrab)

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Chinese President Xi Jinping and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi raise hands together at Arjuna's Penance in Mamallapuram, India. (Photo: AP)

Glimpse of PM Modi, Xi Jinping second informal summit in Tamil Nadu

A child pays tribute to Mahatma Gandhi on his 150th birth anniversary, at Sabarmati Ashram in Ahmedabad. (Photo: PTI)

India celebrates Gandhi's 150th birth anniversary

State Disaster Response Force (SDRF) workers rescue people from flood-affected area of Bahadurpur following heavy monsoon rainfall, in Patna. (Photo: PTI)

Devastating glimpses from Bihar floods

Indian Ganpati on Thursday devotees take out a procession with an idol of elephant-headed god 'Mumbai Cha Raja' of Ganesh Galli to be immersed in the Arabian Sea at Lalbaug in Mumbai. Every year millions of devotees immerse Ganesh idols into oceans and rivers in the ten-day long Ganesh Chaturthi festival that celebrates the birth of Ganesh. (Photo: Debasish Dey)

Mumbai bids adieu to its favourite deity

Respect pedestrians; do not splash mud or water on them. It is a punishable offence in some nations. (Photo: Representational image)

Bizarre, weird and sensible too.. Some interesting driving laws around the world

Heavy rain lashed Mumbai city, seen in the picture low lying area of Mumbai like wadala under rain flooded water on Wednesday. (Photo: Rajesh Jadhav)

Mumbai drowns again

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