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Drone Surveillance to Monitor Elephant Herds in Tirupati

Amaravati, August 16: Andhra Pradeshs Forest and Environment Minister Pawan Kalyan has directed officials to use drones to monitor the activities

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Tragic Bus Accident in Hungary Claims 12 Lives, Many Injured

Budapest, August 16: A devastating bus accident in Hungary early Sunday morning resulted in the deaths of 12 individuals, with 10 others reported

UK Leader Urges Reflection After Death Of Ex-Cambridge Professor

A young professor found dead on Friday, few days after his resignation after allegations of plagiarism

Propitious environment needs to be created: Bangladesh says PM Tarique Rahman will not visit India until Hasinas extradition

Officials from Bangladesh and India have been in contact in recent weeks about the possibility of a visit by the PM, a Foreign Ministry official

India vs China Women's Hockey WC 2026 LIVE SCORE: Action begins at 4:30 PM

The Pool D clash could prove crucial to India's campaign, with England and South Africa also in the group.

Trump weighs more economic pressure on Iran: What are his options?

Recent measures have targeted Iran's shadow oil fleet; shipping insurers; freezing an estimated $500 billion in Iran-linked cryptocurrency

China launches Long March 12 rocket days after Long March 7A explosion

China launches Long March rocket days after Long March A explosion

CM Sukhu Pays Tribute to Former PM Vajpayee on His Death Anniversary

Shimla, August 16: On the death anniversary of former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee, Chief Minister Sukhu paid his respects. He also respon

H-CITI: Rs 1,090 crore plan to ease KBR Park traffic

Hyderabad: As part of the Telangana governments H-CITI project, a Rs 1,090 crore plan has been designed to ease traffic near KBR Park. The govern

Indias Russian crude imports hit record high in July

Analysts and refiners emphasised that Moscow has transformed into New Delhis strongest energy security hedge, particularly since the closure of t

Rahul Gandhi lauds courage of India's youth for standing firm against 'Modi's violent regime'

Rahul Gandhi praised students for their courage against the government. He lauded girls who faced alleged violence and abuse from BJP supporters.

Javed Akhtar takes 'Mr 10%' dig at Pakistan President Zardari over 'tolerate Hindus' remark

Lyricist and screenwriter Javed Akhtar hit out at Pakistan President Asif Ali Zardari over his remarks that Muslims in Pakistan 'tolerate' the co

Indian Army Chief General Dheeraj Seth Embarks on Official Visit to Nepal to Strengthen Defense Ties

New Delhi, August 16: Indian Army Chief General Dheeraj Seth departed for an official visit to Nepal on Sunday. This trip is considered crucial f

Bombay HC rules community health volunteers entitled to minimum wage

The order had ruled that these volunteers are entitled to the notified minimum wage and directed the corporation to pay the difference between th

PM Modi's video of feeding cows, peacocks before leaving for Red Fort goes viral, says 'my daily routine'

Prime Minister Narendra Modi shared a video of his morning routine before his Independence Day address. He was seen feeding cows and peacocks at

Delhi airport to increase annual passenger handling capacity to 125 million

For now, no decision has been firmed up on having Terminal 4 or building the Automatic Passenger Mover (APM).

Government Ministries Create QRTs To Verify And Respond To Fake Social Media Content Within Two Hours: Report

Hyderabad police invites applications for 150 vacancies for SPOs

Hyderabad: The Hyderabad police on Sunday, August 16, invited applications for 150 vacancies for Special Police Officers (SPOs) on a temporary ba

Consumer appliances makers gear up for festival season with increased production

Focus on premium segment as retailers begin early channel stocking; supply chain issues ease

Surbhi Chandna Opens Up About Past Differences with Tejasswi Prakash

Mumbai, August 16: Surbhi Chandna and Tejasswi Prakash are well-known names in the television industry. Recently, Surbhi addressed the past contr

Delhi airport plans to raise annual passenger handling capacity to 125 mn

Delhi airport plans to increase its annual passenger handling capacity to 125 million from the current level of 106 million under the proposed te

Navy sailor found hanging, wife and 2 children found dead at Mumbai home; probe on

Navy sailor found hanging wife and children found dead at Mumbai home probe on

271 booked for drunk driving in Hyderabad over the weekend

Hyderabad: As many as 271 people were booked for drunk driving in Hyderabad during a special drive on August 14 and 15. Among the offenders, 228

TMC leader's suicide: CM Suvendu vows probe into possible 'threat' angle

Asish Banerjee Banerjee was found dead on Sunday morning at a Trinamool Congress office in Rampurhat, Birbhum district. Police said his body was

Raurkela Woman Sets Herself Ablaze Outside Lover

A shocking incident unfolded in the Bhatapada area under Jhirpani police limits of Raurkela, where a young woman allegedly set herself on fire ou

NIELIT Launches Cyber Wrestling 2026 to Test Human Decision-Making in Cybersecurity Assessments

New Delhi, August 16: The National Institute of Electronics and Information Technology (NIELIT), operating under the Ministry of Electronics and

Watch: Sports is my religion: Aadhav Arjuna after inaugurating All India Services cricket meet in Chennai

Tamil Nadu Sports Minister Aadhav Arjuna inaugurated the All India Services Cricket Tournament in Chennai and said, Sports is my religion.

Australian regional leader to visit India; trade, investment ties in focus

New South Wales Premier Chris Minns will lead an official delegation to New Delhi and Mumbai from August 31 to September 3 to deepen trade, inves

UP minor found hanging near graveyard, family alleges rape

Lucknow: A 16-year-old Muslim girls body was found hanging from a tree near a graveyard in Uttar Pradeshs Sitapur district, three days after she

India cooks up LPG safety net: Govt fixes refinery-wise output targets

India is establishing production benchmarks for its refineries and upstream firms, aimed at fortifying the domestic LPG supply system. Reliance I

Belgium High Fens wildfire forces evacuations as blaze spreads

Belgium High Fens wildfire forces evacuations as blaze spreads

Watch: Ennore fisherfolk protest over mass fish deaths, seek samples analysis

Large quantities of fish and other aquatic life were found dead in the Kosasthalaiyar river near Ennore on August 16. Fisherfolk from eight villa

Bangladesh PM Tarique Rahman Reacts To Historic Test Win Over Australia

Bangladesh PM Tarique Rahman was en route to Kishoreganj when the Tiger squad sealed this historic win.

This Week In AI: Anthropic targets AI slop, spotlight on Dario's wife, and Zuckerberg spins hard

This Week In AI Anthropic targets AI slop spotlight on Darios wife and Zuckerberg spins hard

South Korea Fires Warning Shots as North Korean Soldiers Cross Border

Seoul, August 16: The South Korean military fired warning shots last week after several North Korean soldiers crossed the Military Demarcation Li

Yogi govt takes action against adulteration in milk; dairy units to be shut down if harmful chemicals found

To ensure availability of pure and safe milk and dairy products to the public, the Uttar Pradesh government on Sunday took another significant st

Watch: Jharkhand students seek Sorens resignation, ask Rahul Gandhi to withdraw support from JMM govt

Jharkhand students protesting alleged irregularities in recruitment exams have demanded Chief Minister Hemant Sorens resignation and asked Congre

Rat in Maharashtras Kalyan hub prompts residents to seek FDA intervention

The FDA also noted the absence of insect and rodent control measures. Waste management practices were poor. Records of medical examinations and h

German companies cut US investment to three-year low, data show

German companies drastically cut investments in the United States during early 2026. This investment level reached its lowest point since 2023, s

India Posts pilot in Gujarat helps 5 FPOs overcome logistic challenges, business doubles

ONDC is already working to onboard more FPOs and once the word spreads about growing orders, there will be many of them on MyStore App

Chris Minns picks India for first overseas trip to deepen NSW ties

Chris Minns picks India for first overseas trip to deepen NSW ties

German Proverb of the Day: Children and drunk people always tell the truth. A timeless lesson on honesty

German Proverb of the Day: Children and drunk people always tell the truth explores the traditional belief that people with fewer social inhibiti

Second Wave of Flood Hits Brahmani River After Rengali Dam Gates Opened

A second flood wave has struck the Brahmani River following the opening of gates at Rengali Dam, inundating vast stretches of Kendrapara district

Temporary Ban on Liquor Brands Revoked in Tamil Nadu

A temporary ban to stop the sale of 11 brands - ten varieties of brandy and a variety of rum - was issued on August 11. However, the ban order wa

Watch: Thought Id be arrested for dummy CM remark: Udhayanidhi recalls Thanjavur arrest attempt

Speaking in Chennai, Udhayanidhi Stalin recalled the police arriving at his residence following his speech at a farmers protest in Thanjavur.

Over 100 arrested in Morocco over fresh Ceuta migrant crossing attempt

Awarapan 2 OTT release: When and where to watch online

Mumbai: Emraan Hashmis Awarapan 2 has only just arrived in theatres, but fans are already asking one big question: When will Shivam Pandit come h

India Sets Emergency LPG Production Targets For Refineries To Cut Supply Risks During Disruptions

Pat Cummins Reflects on Australias Defeat to Bangladesh, Hints at Team Changes

Darwin, August 16: After a disappointing defeat to Bangladesh in Darwin, Australias captain Pat Cummins did not rule out potential changes for th

Aluminum foil hacks: It is not just to wrap your leftovers; here's 15 surprising ways to use it around your home

Aluminum foil is much more than a kitchen staple; it provides a plethora of practical solutions for everyday chores. Use it to scrub stubborn bur

Bangladesh says PM will not visit India until Hasina extradited

Bangladesh said Prime Minister Tarique Rahman will not visit India until New Delhi extradites former premier Sheikh Hasina. Dhaka said a suitable

Star Health expects Home Health Care initiative to grow over 50% in next one year, backed by significant traction

Segment records 600% y-o-y growth in customers in Q1; available across 300 cities

Manhattan gets a hairy surprise as 10-foot 'Tumblehair' takes over

A giant hairball rolled through Manhattan streets as a marketing stunt. This installation aimed to highlight hair loss and premature aging concer

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Watch: Bangladesh claim first test win in Australia as Green ton in vain

Bangladesh have pulled off one of the biggest upsets in Test cricket, defeating Australia by nine wickets in Darwin to secure their first-ever Te

Entire Bengal fuming: Suvendu Adhikari slams Sonia Gandhi over I-Day Vande Mataram row

UP Govt Tightens Action Against Milk Adulteration, Orders Strict Measures

Uttar Pradesh government orders strict action against milk and dairy adulteration, including unit closures, product destruction, FIRs and statewi

'Congress policy to oppose anything patriotic': BJP on Vande Mataram 'insult'

The ruling party demanded that the Congress publicly apologise within 24 hours for the insult to the national song

Hungary bus crash kills 12 Polish pilgrims, driver may have fallen asleep

Hungary bus crash kills Polish pilgrims driver may have fallen asleep

Man dies after being allegedly punched by son-in-law over online gaming in Chittoor

The police said Subramanyam had reprimanded his son-in-law for spending excessive time on online games; the man allegedly fled after the assault

Goa Man Uses ChatGPT To Find Lost Footwear Outside Ujjain Temple

Shubhang Borkar turned his phone into a scanning device outside the Mahakal Temple in Madhya Pradesh's Ujjain, sharing snapshots of footwear with

UCBs: Past imperfect, present evolving as RBI revives on-tap licensing

The decision to reintroduce on-tap licensing for urban cooperative banks signals the regulator's growing confidence that governance reforms have

German firms cut US investment to 3-yr low amid Trump's uncertain policies

First-half direct investments plunged by nearly two-thirds year-on-year to 4.3 billion ($5 billion), the lowest level since 2023, according to ca

Bihar chef Nand Yadav earns invite to King Charles's Royal Garden Party

Bihar chef Nand Yadav earns invite to King Charless Royal Garden Party

Higher 25% SPV surcharge tempers gains from REIT, InvIT tax overhaul; Industry seeks relief

Industry sees near-term pressure on dividend distribution,seeks rollback or reduction in the 25% surcharge on SPVs

That is a misconception: Yash clarifies Ramayana's Rs 4,000 crore budget

That is a misconception Yash clarifies Ramayanas Rs crore budget

Lodha Developers to launch 21 housing projects by March with 24,000-cr revenue potential

During the first quarter of this fiscal year, Lodha Developers launched only one housing project in Mumbai Metropolitan Region.

India face acid test against England, eyeing end to their 32-year World Cup jinx

India confronts England in a vital Hockey World Cup pool match on Monday. This game is crucial as India seeks to end a 32-year World Cup win drou

Odisha on High Alert: Govt Cancels Staff Leave Amid Flood Emergency

With three days of continuous heavy rainfall forecast across Odisha, the state government has gone into full alert mode. Chief Secretary AnuGarg

US man visits Kolkata street shop, stunned by Rs 80 coffee and cartoon deal

US man visits Kolkata street shop stunned by Rs coffee and cartoon deal

Kiren Rijiju defines

Union Minister Kiren Rijiju on Sunday clarified Prime Minister Narendra Modis reference to Dimagi Naxals in his Independence Day address, saying

Rahul Gandhi Praises Youth for Demanding Accountability Amid Student Protests

New Delhi, August 16: In a recent statement, Leader of the Opposition Rahul Gandhi commended the courage of Indias youth in demanding accountabil

Airtel prepaid plan changes may hike average revenue per user by 4-12

Bharti Airtel's decision to scrap select prepaid packs could lead to a hike in average revenue per user (ARPU) in a broad range of Rs 4-12, broke

Why Indian Astronomy education needs a makeover

As astronomy becomes increasingly driven by data, coding, and simulations, India needs to move from theory-heavy classrooms to hands-on undergrad

There'll Be A Huge Response: David Warner Backs Australia To Bounce Back

Australia were on the backfoot from day one after being bowled out for 198 in their first innings, and with Bangladesh chasing down 57 on day fou

BAN vs AUS: Bangladesh Stun Test Champions Australia by 9 Wickets in Historic Darwin Victory

Bangladesh stunned reigning World Test champions Australia by nine wickets in Darwin for their first Test victory on Australian soil.

APSRTC Launches 20 Electric Buses From Visakhapatnam To Bhogapuram Airport Ahead Of Commercial Flights

Union government following anti farmers policies, says Minister

Farmers are facing a serious crisis. The state is facing a severe drought. Farmers have sown two or three times, but lost money and inputs. In su

Airtel prepaid plan tweaks: Brokerages estimate per-user revenue lifts ranging from 4 to 12

Some viewed the changes as selective plan rationalisation rather than an across-the-board or formal tariff hike, but said it would aid Airtel's p

England farmers get 65 million as heatwave and drought hit harvests

England farmers get million as heatwave and drought hit harvests

Quote of the Day by Isaac Newton: He who thinks half-heartedly will not believe in God but... - Meaning, life lessons and the story of the genius who changed science

Isaac Newton, known primarily as a ground-breaking scientist, was also an inquisitive theologian. His reflections imply that thoughtful contempla

CJP volunteer Abdul

New Delhi: The Cockroach Janta Party on Sunday, August 16, demanded the immediate arrest of those responsible for the alleged assault that led to

Indian Badminton Stars Set to Shine at Home in BWF World Championships

New Delhi, August 16: Indian badminton stars Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty are relishing the opportunity to compete in their first BW

Are Himachal Pradesh schools closed tomorrow, August 17? Check latest update and reason

Himachal Pradesh's government schools will be closed for the day on August 17, allowing for a compensatory holiday following the Independence Day