Researchers on Wednesday announced that fossils discovered in a Moroccan quarry are about 773,000 years old, filling a critical gap in the understanding how of human beings came to be. The find has the potential to revise theories on early human evolution. The bones and teeth of hominins, primates leading up through the human lineage…
BENGALURU: Neighbours cannot be casually dragged into dowry harassment cases, Karnataka high court has held, quashing criminal proceedings against a Bengaluru woman caught in a matrimonial dispute between a couple in her neighbourhood.“A stranger cannot be drawn into the proceedings for offences under Section 498A of IPC, between the husband, wife or family members,” Justice…
Top stocks to buy (AI image) Stock market recommendations: According to Bajaj Broking Research, the top stock picks for January 9, 2026 are Hindustan Unilever, and Tata Power. Here’s its view on Nifty and Bank Nifty:Index View: NiftyDomestic equity benchmarks witnessed a sharp correction over the last four sessions, giving up the entirety of last…
Vijay’s highly anticipated film ‘Jana Nayagan’ release has been postponed due to unavoidable circumstances, leaving fans disappointed. The delay stems from a Madras High Court hearing regarding the film’s censor certificate, with a verdict expected on January 9th. Actors and fans express their unwavering support for Vijay, anticipating a grander celebration upon the film’s eventual…
Read today’s horoscope, January 9, 2026. Today we’ll be taking a closer look at what the stars have in store for each of the 12 zodiac signs. Our astrologer has analyzed the movements of the planets and the alignment of the stars to bring you the most accurate and up-to-date horoscope predictions for the day…
Anthony Edwards (Image via Getty) Anthony Edwards is listed as questionable for the Minnesota Timberwolves’ home game against the Cleveland Cavaliers on January 8, 2026. The designation is due to ongoing right foot injury maintenance, an issue that has followed him for much of the season.Minnesota is preparing for an important matchup against a strong…
MOSCOW: Russia said on Thursday that any troops sent to Ukraine by Western govts would be “legitimate combat targets”, after Britain and France announced plans to deploy a multinational force there in the event of a ceasefire.A Russian foreign ministry statement said “militaristic declarations” by a coalition of pro-Ukraine Western govts were becoming increasingly dangerous….
BJP MP from Khandwa Gyaneshwar Patil INDORE: In wake of the Indore tragedy caused by contamination of the water supply, BJP MP from Khandwa Gyaneshwar Patil has called for greater public accountability, urging the people to bring deficiencies or contamination issues to the administration’s notice immediately rather than relying entirely on state intervention.“Whether it is…
MUMBAI: A return of fears about higher US tariffs for Indian exports to the world’s largest economy pushed Dalal Street investors to press the ‘sell’ button on Thursday. This shaved off 780 points (close to 1%) from the sensex and 264 points from Nifty. Strong foreign fund selling and delay in signing of the US-India…
‘The Raja Saab’ is one of the most anticipated theatrical releases of 2026, as Prabhas steps into a genre he has never explored before. Scheduled to hit theatres on January 9 during the Sankranthi festive season, the film marks the star’s foray into horror-comedy on a grand Pan-India scale. Directed by Maruthi, the film promises…
In today’s fast-paced world, it’s essential to stay vigilant while driving and during routine tasks, as distractions and impatience are all around us. Take your time to evaluate decisions, particularly regarding relationships and finances; rushing might lead to rigidity and missed support, resulting in future regret. Slow down on the road today. The Moon triggers…
KOLKATA: The ED on Thursday conducted searches at political consultancy firm I-PAC’s office in Salt Lake and its director’s Loudon Street home in connection with a five-year-old case, prompting CM Mamata Banerjee to call it political vendetta and “a crime” and dub Union home minister Amit Shah “nasty and naughty”.Banerjee, who trailed the ED teams…
WELLINGTON: Australia’s PM Anthony Albanese announced a wide-ranging royal commission into antisemitism, weeks after two gunmen opened fire on a Jewish holiday event at Bondi Beach, killing 15 people.The commission will investigate the nature, prevalence and drivers of antisemitism generally as well as the circumstances of the Bondi mass shooting, Albanese told reporters in Canberra…
A diplomatic source said the three missions concerned were Bangladesh high commission in New Delhi (in pic), deputy high commission in Kolkata and Bangladesh assistant high commission in Agartala DHAKA: The Muhammed Yunus-led interim govt on Thursday said it had asked Bangladesh’s three key diplomatic missions in India to keep their visa sections closed for…
MUMBAI: Indian bank stocks outperformed the broader market in the Oct-Dec quarter, with valuations rising sharply after GST cuts ahead of the festive season lifted consumption and strengthened expectations of a pickup in credit growth. Data from S&P Global Market Intelligence show the combined market capitalisation of the top 20 listed banks rose to about…
Despite the festive fervor, Kartik Aaryan and Ananya Panday’s holiday offering, ‘Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu Meri’, is experiencing a tough time at cinemas, managing to rake in only Rs 19 lakh on its 15th day, with a cumulative collection of Rs 32.94 crore. In contrast, ‘Ikkis’ is making headway with a total…
Horoscope Today (Aaj Ka Rashifal): The movement of Rahu through Aquarius and Ketu’s position in Leo creates a strong karmic axis that indicates the interplay of thoughts, ambitions, and ego. This planetary alignment brings about changes in focus, sudden insights, and personal trials. The day-to-day has very slight differences, but the basic energies of letting…
When, in November 2025, the Indian cinema world lost one of its most shining stars, Dharmendra, it felt like someone had stolen the heart and soul from the industry. Thus, when 2026 began with the film ‘Ikkis,’ which featured his last on-screen presence, the industry and fans felt a sense of sentimentality. In the war…
Reacting to a report that a US court had directed Zoho founder Sridhar Vembu to post a $1.7 billion bond in his ongoing divorce case, Christopher C Melcher, his attorney, said the order was made a year ago on an emergency application by his estranged wife Pramila Srinivasan. The attorney said Pramila made outrageously false…
NEW DELHI: Bangladesh has stopped issuing new import permits for onion from India through Hili land port citing “interests of domestic farmers”. Though 10 lakh tonnes of onion is shipped to the eastern neighbour, officials said Indian onions are still in high demand in other countries. “We expect onion will find more takers in the…
