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Vijay calls Tamil Nadu 2026 polls a democratic battle

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Vijay calls Tamil Nadu 2026 polls a democratic battle

Amid a deafening roar of whistles and cheers, actor-turned-politician Vijay made a high-profile return to the spotlight at Mamallapuram on Sunday. His arrival at the private meeting hall wasn't just a public appearance; it was a clear signal that his party, the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), is shifting into high gear as the state counts down the final months to the Assembly elections. The timing is critical. The political landscape in Tamil Nadu is already vibrating with activity— the AIADMK has hit the ground running with its "Save Tamil Nadu" slogan, while the ruling Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam is leaning…

Bank strike LIVE updates: These services impacted, check full details here

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Jan

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Bank strike LIVE updates: These services impacted, check full details here

Bank Strike Today: Services at branches of public sector banks (PSBs), including State Bank of India (SBI), Punjab National Bank (PNB), Bank of Baroda and others are impacted due to the bank strike today. New Delhi: Banking operations of public sector banks will be impacted across the country today, i.e., on January 27, 2026, as the United Forum of Bank Unions (UFBU) has decided to go ahead with a nationwide strike to press for the immediate implementation of a five-day work week. Under the banner of the United Forum of Bank Unions (UFBU), more than 8,00,000 employees and officers from nine…

Trump hikes tariffs on South Korea to 25%, says Seoul ‘is not living up’ to trade agreement with US

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Jan

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World

Trump hikes tariffs on South Korea to 25%, says Seoul ‘is not living up’ to trade agreement with US

President Donald Trump says he is increasing tariffs on South Korean goods because the country's national assembly has yet to approve the trade framework affirmed in October. Washington: US President Donald Trump on Monday (local time) said that he is raising tariffs on South Korean imports of autos, lumber, and pharmaceutical drugs to 25 per cent from the previous 15 per cent, accusing Seoul of failing to uphold its trade agreement with the United States. Trump further said that he is increasing tariffs on South Korean goods because the country's national assembly has yet to approve the trade deal he…

Silver, Gold LIVE Updates: Silver hits new high of Rs 3,59,800, gold too gains | Check city-wise rates

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Jan

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Business

Silver, Gold LIVE Updates: Silver hits new high of Rs 3,59,800, gold too gains | Check city-wise rates

Silver, Gold Rates LIVE Updates: In the international market, gold futures on Comex gained USD 384.3, or 8.4 per cent, last week, touching a record of USD 4,991.40 per ounce on Friday. Mumbai: Rates of precious metals in futures trade continue to mirror global strength and surged on Tuesday, January 27, 2026, with silver hitting a new all-time high, driven by a mix of geopolitical tensions, currency weakness and policy uncertainty. The gold February 5 contract on the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX) opened with a gain of Rs 2,637 at Rs 1,58,674 per 10 grams against the previous close of…

‘Reserve that table forever’: Sunita Williams’ Falooda break in Kerala goes viral |

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Jan

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Lifestyle

‘Reserve that table forever’: Sunita Williams’ Falooda break in Kerala goes viral |

Indian-origin astronaut Sunita Williams, recently retired from NASA, was spotted enjoying a falooda in Kozhikode, Kerala. The video of her casually savoring the local dessert with strangers has gone viral, highlighting her grounded nature despite her remarkable achievements in space exploration. From floating in zero gravity to sitting down for a chilled dessert in Kerala, Sunita Williams’ latest moment has the internet smiling.The Indian-origin astronaut, who recently retired from NASA, was spotted at a small falooda shop in Kozhikode - and the video has been making the rounds ever since. In it, she’s dressed simply in a peach T-shirt, chatting…

Natalie Portman slams Oscars for snubbing women directors

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Jan

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Entertainment

Natalie Portman slams Oscars for snubbing women directors

Natalie Portman is calling out the Academy for overlooking female-directed films at this year’s Oscars nominations. The actress was speaking with media at the Sundance Film Festival, days after the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences (AMPAS) announced the nominations for the Oscars 2026. "So many of the best films I saw this year were made by women. You just see the barriers at every level because so many were not recognised at the awards time. Between 'Sorry Baby' and 'Left-Handed Girl' and 'Hedda' and 'The Testament of Ann Lee'... Extraordinary films this year that I think…

Disappointed with T20 World Cup snub, West Indies cricketer Evin Lewis hints at retirement from international cricket

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Jan

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Sports

Disappointed with T20 World Cup snub, West Indies cricketer Evin Lewis hints at retirement from international cricket

West Indies announced their 15-member T20 World Cup squad on Monday as fast bowler Alzarri Joseph missed out. Meanwhile, opening batter Evin Lewis has been dropped from the squad despite playing 67 T20Is for the Caribbean side. New Delhi: West Indies opening batter Evin Lewis has hinted at retirement from international cricket after being dropped from the T20 World Cup squad. West Indies announced their 15-member squad for the upcoming mega event in India and Sri Lanka, starting from February 7, as Lewis and Alzarri Joseph missed out. While Joseph was left out due to injury, Lewis has been dropped…

Trump seeks damage control after ICE shootings as White House denies calling Pretti a ‘domestic terrorist’

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Jan

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World

Trump seeks damage control after ICE shootings as White House denies calling Pretti a ‘domestic terrorist’

The White House is attempting damage control after the fatal shooting of Alex Pretti triggered massive outrage in Minnesota. While Trump denied calling Pretti a "domestic terrorist", protests, legal challenges and political friction have escalated sharply. Washington: The White House has attempted to calm rising tensions over the fatal shooting of Alex Pretti in Minnesota as Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt clarified that President Donald Trump has not referred to Pretti as a "domestic terrorist", even as other senior officials drew sharp comparisons. "I have not heard the president characterise Mr Pretti in that way. However, I have heard the President say…

Bank strike today: Will SBI, PNB remain closed? What services to be affected? All you need to know

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Jan

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Business

Bank strike today: Will SBI, PNB remain closed? What services to be affected? All you need to know

Bank strike: Even though not technically a bank holiday, the nationwide bank strike called by UFBU, an umbrella body of nine unions representing officers and employees, is expected to hit services at public sector banks. New Delhi: Banking functions of public sector banks across India, including SBI and PNB, are expected to be disrupted on Tuesday as the United Forum of Bank Unions (UFBU) begins its plan to observe a nationwide strike. Notably, banks already have observed holidays on 24, 25 and 26 January for the fourth Saturday, Sunday and Republic Day. With the strike on Tuesday, some branches will remain…

Italy, ranked 29th in ICC T20I rankings, upset Ireland ahead of T20 World Cup 2026

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Jan

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Italy, ranked 29th in ICC T20I rankings, upset Ireland ahead of T20 World Cup 2026

Italy are set to feature for the first time in the ICC T20 World Cup this year in India and Sri Lanka. Ahead of the mega event, they stunned Ireland, chasing down 155 runs in the third and final T20I of the three-match series on Monday (January 26). Dubai: Italy stunned Ireland for the first time in the shortest format of the game on Monday, January 26, chasing down the target of 155 runs. Grant Stewart was the hero for them as he smashed three consecutive sixes when Italy needed 16 runs in the final over. Italy competed well in…