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India must bridge academia-industry research gap, says Pharma Secretary

Pharma Secretary Manoj Joshi called for greater investment by pharmaceutical companies in R&D while stressing on need for faster regulatory appro

After Mamata vows support, Congress Nandigram candidate held

Kolkata: Milan Pradhan, the Congress candidate for the forthcoming bypoll for the Nandigram Assembly constituency in the East Midnapore district

V. O. C. Port Authority convenes India Green Fuel Conclave 26 in Thoothukudi

Anantapur: Union Education Secretary T.K. Anil Kumar Praises AP School Reforms

Anil Kumar visited the AP Model School and Junior College and the Kasturba Gandhi Balika Vidyalaya (KGBV) at Jagarajupalli in Puttaparthi mandal,

Nandi Theatre Festivals To Return in January: Durgesh

A preliminary list of selected plays would be announced in December, with the festival ending with the Nandi Theatre Awards presentation.

SNDP microfinance scam: Kerala HC to consider whether sanction is necessary to prosecute accused

While the Backward Classes Development Secretary informs court that sanction is not necessary, the petitioner and Special Public Prosecutor for V

CM in Sakleshpur on September 20

From Gharials to Turtles: The IFS Officer Building a New Conservation Model in UP

From leopard rescue and anti-poaching action to turtle conservation, Shiva Shankar is building systems for long-term wildlife protection.

KBN University conducts free health camp for over 2,000 people

Indian Navy one step closer to get advanced Project-17B frigates

India's Navy is moving ahead on Project 17B, a Rs 70,000 crore order for seven next-generation stealth frigates designed to keep pace with China'

Australia wants skilled Indians - but who gets through the new visa filter? | BEYOND BORDERS

Australia is tightening its visa rules but it is not closing the door on Indians. The new question is: which Indian students and professionals do

CPI Keralam secretary Binoy Viswam slams LDF for discriminatory policies

Accuses the previous administration of adopting double standards towards toddy shops and bars in Keralam

Can a Muslim minor marry under personal law? What courts have said | Explained

What was the case before the Punjab and Haryana High Court? What have courts ruled over the years? What does Muslim personal law say?

When Indian craftsmanship becomes luxury, who gets the credit? Our Craft. Their Label

Fendis Rs 8.3-lakh embellished bag has reignited the debate over Indian craft and attribution. But before pointing fingers at global fashion hous

Odisha to set up Silicon Valley as part of ISM: CM Majhi

The State has already received investment proposals worth over 30,000 crore, he said at Semicon India 2026

Shift to computer-based NEET-UG 2027 still under active consideration: Govt to SC

Supreme Court seeks clarity as NEET-UG 2027 approaches amid reforms

KVASU, NIANP ink pact to strengthen livestock research and farmer-oriented innovations

The partnership is expected to provide researchers and postgraduate students access to advanced scientific expertise and research infrastructure,

Punjab Assembly polls: AAP to begin door-to-door outreach campaign

AAP leader Manish Sisodia says that through booth committee members, the party would reach every household and highlight the work of the incumben

Government tribal residential school headmistress suspended for beating Class V student near Coimbatore

Revenue receipts in current fiscal much lower than estimates

Overall receipts at 32.14% of the budget estimates after five months

China-ASEAN Data Cooperation Committee Established in Nanning

The China-ASEAN Data Cooperation Committee was launched in Nanning to enhance cross-border data flow and digital economy collaboration. China-ASE

Whos watching what we eat? Inside Indias food adulteration problem

As adulteration cases pile up, and the Indian consumer confronts a complex food chain, where risks are often invisible, whos responsible for keep

Revenue receipts in current fiscal much lower than estimates

Overall receipts at 32.14% of the budget estimates after five months

India has borne nearly $45 million in interest payments on Maldives T-bill facility: MEA

These bills were subscribed by SBI since 2019 and were extended six times, each for a year, till now.

Scientific paper on genetic make up of Kodavas published

BJP To Highlight Central Schemes Under Seva Sankalp Abhiyan

The party would also conduct statewide drawing and elocution competitions and around 13 types of programmes as part of the campaign, he said.

California backs $18m tribal bid to buy 357 coastal acres for restoration

California has approved $5 million towards the purchase of 357 coastal acres in Cayucos that once housed the largest abalone farm in the US. The

Poor water management aggravated drought situation in Andhra Pradesh, says YSRCP leader Sailajanath

The situation cannot be attributed entirely to El Nio, as the government failed to take advance measures despite being aware of the threat in Feb

Over 3,670 MSMEs have benefited from vendor development programmes held so far, Minister Mathan Raja

Jammu and Kashmir Police Seize Property Linked to Drug Trade in Shopian

Jammu and Kashmir police confiscate a residential property in Shopian linked to drug trafficking, valued at over 16 lakh rupees. Jammu and Kashmi

CMs schedule goes haywire in Mangaluru on Friday

1 crore allocated to every constituency to tackle drought, drinking water scarcity: Manoj Jain

1 crore allocated to every constituency to tackle drought, drinking water scarcity: Manoj Jain

Police manpower rejig brings back 376 personnel, saves Telangana government 90 crore

Police manpower rejig brings back 376 personnel, saves Telangana government 90 crore

Team from IIT Madras wins Norwegian challenge for building crewless marine vessels

This year, the competition featured 23 teams from nine countries: India, Turkiye, Norway, Poland, Canada, Japan, Spain, Croatia, and Scotland

Delay in giving juice: Youth hurls petrol bomb at bakery in Koomapatti

Delay in giving juice: Youth hurls petrol bomb at bakery in Koomapatti

How Chennais GCC expansion could reshape its real estate market

As global capability centres expand across the citys key corridors, demand for Grade A offices and housing is expected to grow alongside supporti

How Chennais GCC expansion could reshape its real estate market

As global capability centres expand across the citys key corridors, demand for Grade A offices and housing is expected to grow alongside supporti

Delhi DTC Strike: Drivers Allege Threats, Inducements As Authorities Push Buses Back On Roads

Contractual drivers demanding 2,000 daily wages allege pressure tactics as authorities work to restore disrupted bus services across Delhi.

Kochi to host 13th edition of Kerala Travel Mart on September 24th

Of the total, 1,200 buyers will attend as hosted buyers, while 300 will participate as non-hosted buyers, taking the total to 1,500 buyers

Sehwag shines, Dravid goes ballistic as India beat Australia by seven runs

The match was reduced to 20 overs per side after rain interrupted play at the Niranjan Shah Stadium. India posted 182 for six after being sent in

CDSCO forms expert panel to regulate AI use in drug discovery: DCGI

DCGI Rajeev Raghuvanshi says the panel includes AI experts and will discuss how AI used in drug discovery should be evaluated, approved and regul

Banks Urged To Boost Farm Lending As Guntur Credit Plan Approved

District Collector C.M. Saikanth Varma said 36,400 crore of the total plan had been earmarked for priority sectors and 18,615 crore for non-prior

India Expresses Concern Over Rising Tensions in Red Sea and Attack Attempts on Mecca

India raises alarm over security issues in the Red Sea and threats to Mecca, calling for urgent restoration of peace in the region. India Express

India needs a risk-based approach to food adulteration: Sukhvinder Pal Singh

The Australia-based food-safety research scientist on why India must track risks across the food supply chain, rather than relying mainly on chec

UPI MDR could cost FMCG trade up to 2,300 crore a year, distributors seek B2B exemption

From a small kirana to a regional distributor, a 0.4% payment charge could take thousands to lakhs of rupees annually as the same sales proceeds

Minister inspects Yettinahole project works, assures completion in two months

Minister inspects Yettinahole project works, assures completion in two months

Row over insect in food: hotel owner alleges conspiracy

Seeking action against three suspects, he submitted CCTV visuals from the hotel where three men were allegedly found placing the insect in the fo

Row over insect in food: hotel owner alleges conspiracy

Seeking action against three suspects, he submitted CCTV visuals from the hotel where three men were allegedly found placing the insect in the fo

Students, entrepreneurs receive 2.48 crore loan

Students, entrepreneurs receive 2.48 crore loan

SIPCOT allocates 43 crore for its Manapparai park

Bengal aims to build skills base for eastern India's workers: Dasgupta

Finance Minister Swapan Dasgupta says Bengal's economic revival should be linked to the wider growth of eastern India, with a focus on skills and

India and Vietnam work on strengthening air connectivity

Digital Desk | Hanoi, Sep 18 (IANS) A delegation from the Ministry of Civil Aviation visited Vietnam and held discussions with the Civil Aviation

BJP protests in Shikaripura; accuses Karnataka government of neglecting farmers

Digital Desk | Shivamogga (Karnataka), Sep 18 (IANS) The BJP staged a protest in Shikaripura town in Shivamogga district against what it alleged

Sanitation workers suicide: Delhi BJP to hold protest against AAP councillor tomorrow

Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 18 (IANS) The Delhi BJP announced plans to hold a protest on Saturday outside the office of Aam Aadmi Partys Trilok

Zimbabwe to host West Indies for womens white-ball games in September-October

Digital Desk | Harare, Sep 18 (IANS) Zimbabwe Cricket (ZC) have announced that it will host West Indies for a six-match womens white-ball series

EC Freezing TMC Name, Symbol 'Black Day for Democracy': Mamata Vows to Fight

Banerjee questioned the timing of the decision, pointing out that the by-election process was already underway, nominations had been completed an

Keralam Forms Anti-Narcotics Team to Intensify Operation Toofan

At a press conference, Chennithala said the special team will operate through three dedicated units based in Thiruvananthapuram, Ernakulam, and K

BEML bags 5,400 cr order for 16 high-speed trains for Mumbai-Ahmedabad bullet train corridor

The NHSRCL contract builds on BEMLs ongoing 866.87 crore programme with Integral Coach Factory (ICF), Chennai) for two indigenous high-speed trai

Driver lost both hands in construction site accident, but refused to give up: From spending weeks in a hospital bed to getting back behind the wheel & supporting his family

Avinash Rathod suffered a devastating accident at a construction site that resulted in the loss of both his hands. Following the traumatic experi

Bay Street Hospitality VCC to invest around 100 crore in Bharathi Meraki

The funds will be used for various projects thats being undertaken by the company

Investigation Reveals Murder Motive in Hazaribagh Womans Death Linked to Land Dispute

Police uncover the murder of a woman in Hazaribagh, revealing a land dispute as the motive and arresting one suspect. Investigation Reveals Murde

31.5 Crore Road, Bridge Projects Planned in Atmakur

Proposals were being prepared for internal cement concrete roads at 2 crore per mandal in the constituency.

Fermin Lopez returns as World Champions Spain announce squad for Nations League

Digital Desk | Madrid, Sep 18 (IANS) Fresh from their historic 2026 FIFA World Cup triumph, Spain will return to international action with a 26-m

Bengal: Congress candidate for Nandigram bypoll arrested in an old case

Digital Desk | Kolkata, Sep 18 (IANS) Milan Pradhan, the Congress candidate for the forthcoming bypoll for Nandigram Assembly constituency in Eas

The Year of Freak: How an Elon Musks SpaceX employees big bet on company stock became a $25,000-a-month adventure across Europe and beyond for a year

Brian Aggrey and Phoebe Novack are enjoying a year of travel and creative pursuits. They are spending $25,000 monthly on experiences and personal

Government declares Gurajada Jayanti on September 21 as State festival

Literary and cultural programmes will be organised to familiarise the younger generation with Gurajada Appa Raos writings and ideals, says MSME M

Bengaluru encroachment: Repeat offenders to face fines, FIRs

Bengaluru: Greater Bengaluru Authority (GBA) Minister Krishna Byre Gowda has directed civic authorities to take strict action against street vend

SC stays Punjab & Haryana HC ruling striking down Income-tax Section 147A

The dispute concerns whether tax reassessment notices can be issued by jurisdictional assessing officers or must be routed through the faceless a

'Unacceptable and unprofessional': India on PNS Hunain collision with INS Kolkata in Arabian Sea

'Unacceptable and unprofessional': India on PNS Hunain collision with INS Kolkata in Arabian Sea

Telangana EAGLE drug peddler in Miyapur, MDMA pills seized

Hyderabad: The Elite Action Group for Drug Law Enforcement (EAGLE), Telangana, in coordination with Miyapur police, arrested a suspected drug ped

Kerala CM cracks down on GST evasion, Rs 7.56 crore unearthed

Digital Desk | Thiruvananthapuram, Sep 18 (IANS) The Satheesan government has stepped up its crackdown on tax evasion, with the State GST Departm

Bengal: Mahua Moitra files complaint against BJP workers over egg attack

Digital Desk | Kolkata, Sep 18 (IANS) Trinamool Congress (TMC) Lok Sabha member from Krishnanagar constituency in Nadia district of West Bengal,

Karnataka Gives 'Tulu' Official Status, Will Rename Dakshina Kannada

Addressing the media with Cabinet colleagues, Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar said the Cabinet had unanimously decided to recognise Tulu as an add

La Liga: Barcelona goalkeeper Joan Garcia ruled out of Sevilla clash due to knee injury

Digital Desk | Madrid, Sep 18 (IANS) Barcelona goalkeeper Joan Garcia has been ruled out of Saturdays La Liga trip to Sevilla after suffering a m

MP eyes semiconductor growth, youth jobs: CM Yadav

Digital Desk | Bhopal, Sep 18 (IANS) Madhya Pradesh is looking to develop Bhopal, the Indore-Ujjain metropolitan regions, and other parts of the

G R Infraprojects update on Agra]Gwalior greenfield highway project

NHAI declares appointed date of 07 September 2026

Conclave on women in Indias blue economy held in Kochi

FTSE rejig drives NSE closing auction turnover to 16,613 crore

NSE's closing auction session recorded its second-highest turnover since its introduction, as the rebalancing of FTSE indices drove trading activ

Coimbatore Corporation gives vacant plot owners 15 days to clean premises

KSP will honour 13 best teacher awardees on September 20: Siddappa Hotti

Warren Buffett steps down as Berkshire Hathaway's chairman after 50 years; son Howard to succeed

Warren Buffett has decided to resign from the position of chairperson of Berkshire Hathaway after serving at the post for over 50 years, the comp

Tamil Nadu plans Agricultural Guidance Bureau to strengthen FPOs

The proposed bureau will support price forecasting, fair pricing access, and connecting farmers and FPOs to export markets

Mumps cases reported in parts of Keralams Thrissur; DMO urges public to stay vigilant

Children aged 5 to 15 most vulnerable; patients advised to stay home and avoid contact with others

FSSAI Initiates Legal Action Against Nestle India Over Alleged Violations In Infant Products

FSSAI initiates legal proceedings against Nestl India over alleged violations in infant products.

Kerala Tourism showcases unique offerings at Arabian Travel Market 2026

Tourism Minister P.C. Vishnunadh interacts with Abdulla Bin Touq Al Marri, Minister of Economy and Tourism, UAE, and Abdulla Niyas, Minister for