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Sergio Gore Congratulates Ted Sarandos on Netflixs Decade in India

New Delhi, August 6: U.S. Ambassador Sergio Gore met with Netflix co-CEO Ted Sarandos on Thursday. During their meeting, Gore congratulated Saran

Centre has taken care of Kashmirs financial needs: Nirmala Sitharaman

Responding to a demand for greater financial assistance to Jammu and Kashmir, the Finance Minister said the Union government bears the entire sal

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Calls Meeting on Delimitation for August 8

Chennai, August 6: Tamil Nadu Chief Minister S. Joseph Vijay has convened a consultation meeting with all Members of Parliament from the state to

Karnataka to set up urban policing innovation centre to future-proof city policing: Home Minister Priyank Kharge

Pakistan's ruling party leads in PoK vote despite boycott call by banned group

Candidates backed by twice-elected former Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif's Pakistan Muslim League-N party have won 24 of the 34 seats decided in the

Bharat Tiwaris Family Denies Prashant Kishors Claims, Threatens Defamation Lawsuit

Bhojpur, August 6: The family of Bharat Tiwari, including his mother Asha Devi and brother Chandan Tiwari, has firmly rejected the allegations ma

Sonowal calls for technology-led overhaul of port security architecture

Mr. Sonowal said Indias ports should be judged not only by cargo handling capacity and operational efficiency but also by their ability to withst

Prahlad Joshi Engages with South African Education Ministers to Strengthen Educational Partnerships

New Delhi, August 6: Indian Union Education Minister Prahlad Joshi held a bilateral meeting with South African education ministers on Thursday. T

Delhi government directs agencies to expedite NHAI highway projects, tackle chronic waterlogging

'Don't interrupt the chair': Rand Paul, Gary Peters clash over Dr Anthony Fauci's contempt vote

'Don't interrupt the chair': Rand Paul, Gary Peters clash over Dr Anthony Fauci's contempt vote

P.J. Kurien urges Speaker to ensure Home Ministers presence in Lok Sabha

Veteran Congress leader says that he was disappointed over the 'non-functioning House and its failure to ensure the accountability of the governm

EU should use leverage with Morocco after Ceuta crossings, EU migration chief says

The European Union seeks Morocco's cooperation on migration issues using policy tools. Recent large migrant movements into Ceuta highlight the ne

Hackers use phone calls to target U.S. financial institutions, stealing passwords and demanding ransoms

U.S. financial firms and businesses faced phone-based hacking attacks recently. Hackers used fake websites to steal employee passwords and gain a

Meghalaya Opposition Party Demands Action on Key Public Issues in Major March

Shillong, August 6: The opposition party, Voice of the People Party (VPP), organized a significant march to the Meghalaya Secretariat on Thursday

Quote of the day by Charlize Theron: I think in life we want to challenge ourselves - A life lesson on growth and stepping beyond comfort zones

Charlize Theron emphasizes the significance of striving for personal growth and the drive to achieve one's goals. Embracing challenges is crucial

'Mail piles up, but bosses get incentive': Hawley calls for ban on Postal Service leadership bonuses

LS Sabha passes Taxation and other laws Amendment Bill 2026

Rights groups decry Israeli killing of Lebanese journalist as war crime

Amal Khalil, a 42-year-old reporter for Lebanese daily Al-Akhbar, and freelance camerawoman Zeinab Faraj had taken refuge in a building after an

Protests Continue in Ranchi Over JPSC-JSSC Paper Leak Issue

Ranchi, August 6: The protests by JPSC and JSSC candidates in Jharkhand continued for the 13th day. Candidates are sitting under the open sky in

Jharkand protests: Students dig in, Hemant Sorens government under pressure

The student protest over alleged recruitment exam irregularities in Jharkhand has entered its 13th day, with hundreds of aspirants continuing the

House panel flags fertilizer shortage, calls for proper mechanism to address it

Centres responses to scarcity created by West Asia war were largely reactive, parliamentary panel says; it calls for a permanent joint fertilizer

International Gay Games medallists from Karnataka urge the State to create inclusive sporting spaces

Goaty and Pawar were two of the three from India to participate in the International Gay Games 2026. The Gay Games is the worlds largest internat

Punjab Minister Assures Safety of Bhakra Dam Amid Speculations

Chandigarh, August 6: Punjabs Water Resources Minister, Barinder Kumar Goyal, dismissed concerns regarding the structural safety of the Bhakra Da

Centre opposes pleas for income-based creamy layer in SC/ST quotas

Union government argues that judicial precedent has laid down creamy layer concept does not apply to SCs and STs; the majority of welfare schemes

FCRA Bill is religion neutral, Shah assures Christian bodies

Delegation meets Amit Shah; member says Home Minister has told them that the government has no intention to harass the Christian community; forum

Udhayanidhi Challenges CM Vijay on Cauvery Water Dispute in Tamil Nadu

Chennai, August 6: In Tamil Nadu, opposition leader Udhayanidhi Stalin has challenged Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay to answer questions regardin

Gen Z is agitating because they are facing a problem. That must be addressed: RSS chief

West Bengal Chief Minister Warns of Live Inquiry into 27 Illegal Buildings in Kolkata

Kolkata, August 6: West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari issued a warning on Thursday regarding a live inquiry into 27 buildings found to h

Two women killed, 18 injured as speeding private bus collides with four vehicles near Kunnamkulam in Keralas Thrissur

Two people in critical condition. Deceased identified as Riya Fathima, 17, and Thankamani, 72

Bihar Government Establishes Separate Directorate for MSMEs, Addressing Small Industries Concerns: Shyam Sundar Bhimsaria

Muzaffarpur, August 6: The Bihar government has taken significant steps to promote micro and small industries for the first time. Shyam Sundar Bh

Gen Zs grievances are genuine: RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat

Saints Condemn Maulana Rashidis Remarks as Disturbing and Divisive

New Delhi, August 6: Saints have condemned Maulana Rashidis comments regarding Kanwar pilgrims, labeling them as disturbing. They argue that such

Harbhajan Singh Honored at Delhi Premier League by DDCA President Rohan Jetli

New Delhi, August 6: Former Indian cricketer Harbhajan Singh made a notable appearance at the Delhi Premier League (DPL) match on Thursday. He wa

Ensure 25% interim crop insurance relief for drought-hit farmers: Tangadagi

Tangadagi directs officials to expedite insurance claims as 80% crop damage reported across most taluks; asks administration to prioritise drinki

Ministers Tangadagi and Rayaraddi inspect drought-hit fields in Koppal

ITI, polytechnic holders can join UG courses without Plus Two in Kerala

BJP MP Naresh Bansal Criticizes Opposition for Disrupting Parliamentary Proceedings

New Delhi, August 6: BJP MP Naresh Bansal has launched a verbal attack on the opposition regarding the ongoing stalemate in Parliament. He accuse

Authorities review emergency preparedness as rain continues in Ernakulam

Coordination among various departments and agencies has been stepped up, considering lessons learnt from the massive floods in 2018, says Aluva M

SAD MLA submits privilege motion against Punjab finance minister over Akal Takht statements

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Hostel Workers Association seeks CID probe into food poisoning incidents at Dandoti, Karajagi residential schools in Kalaburagi

Bhagwat Backs Gen Z, Says Youth Protests Reflect Demand for System Correction

RSS chief calls for dialogue, saying youth protests often seek system correction

CM Tells Ministers to Fast-Track AgriGold Relief

Assembly session from August 17 to 20

Former Governor Tathagata Roy Advocates for Stronger FCRA Amendments

Kolkata, August 6: Former Tripura Governor and BJP leader Tathagata Roy expressed his views on various issues, including Sheikh Hasina, Banglades

Meta Defends Compliance as Government Scrutiny Enters Second Day

The company admitted there were serious issues and assured it will take continuous action to resolve them, the sources told PTI after the hour-lo

Assam CM launches application forms for Nijut Moina and Nijut Babu schemes

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PM Surya Ghar sees more than tripling of daily rooftop solar installations in 9 months: MNRE Minister Pralhad Joshi

PM Surya Ghar has also crossed more than 50 lakh beneficiaries.

Uttarakhand CM approves Rs 1,967 crore for urban infrastructure and drainage projects

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Kerala HC grants divorce, citing cruelty in marriage

Live-in Relationship is Difficult to Prove, Say Activists

The judgment does not prescribe an exhaustive evidentiary test

Finance Minister Rejects Claims on UPI Fees, Accuses Jairam Ramesh of Spreading Rumors

New Delhi, August 6: Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman responded on Thursday to senior Congress leader Jairam Rameshs criticism of the Ta

Question paper leak more heinous than murder, says Chhattisgarh High Court

The court order noted that the action of the accused persons is a clear example of fence eating the crop

FIR filed against Mehbooba, daughter for 'assault' on cop during Article 370 protest

Mehbooba Mufti and her daughter Iltija Mufti have been booked by police officials. They are accused of assaulting a police officer during a prote

Faced with Bangladeshi outrage, officials reiterate that India was not involved in Hasinas press event

Bangladesh warns of likely ramifications on bilateral ties, terming Sheikh Hasinas accusations an affront to the sovereignty of Bangladesh and a

Congresss Walkout Hurting Itself, Government Ready for Discussion: Kiren Rijiju

New Delhi, August 6: In the ongoing monsoon session of Parliament, Union Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju criticized the opposition, p

Ramayana trailer crosses one billion views in five days, says producer Namit Malhotra

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'Make a GRWM video in handloom': PM Narendra Modi urges Indians to celebrate National Handloom Day in new Instagram reel

Prime Minister Narendra Modi encouraged celebrating National Handloom Day with enthusiasm. He asked citizens to wear handloom products and suppor

219 sewerage projects launched under Namami Gange with 146 completed at 4,263 MLD capacity

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Farhan Akhtar and Ritesh Sidhwani back Malayalam vampire thriller 'Half' ahead of TIFF premiere

Highlights Excel Entertainment will present and distribute Half in Hindi across North India in association with AA Films. The Toronto Internation

Delhi Premier League 2026: Navdeep Saini Shines with 3 Wickets in Victory Over South Delhi Superstars

New Delhi, August 6: In the 12th match of the Delhi Premier League (DPL) 2026, the Outer Delhi Warriors secured a remarkable 39-run victory again

Protesting students form 11-member team to hold talks with Jharkhand government

The protest enters 13thday; students say the agitation will continue until government takes concrete decision on their demands

German Proverb of the Day: Everything has an end, only the sausage has two. A life lesson on embracing change

German Proverb of the Day: The German saying 'Alles hat ein Ende, nur die Wurst hat zwei' reflects the inevitable transitions in life. It serves

Union minister Sonowal calls for technology-driven maritime security as port network grows

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A political culture that blurs Puducherrys landscape

Puducherrys streets and thoroughfares were flooded with huge banners, cut-outs, arches, and posters hailing Mr. Rangasamys leadership as he celeb

James Webb may have found the universe's first monster starsand they could explain how giant black holes were born

New research suggests Webb's mysterious red dots are colossal monster stars. These stars weigh up to 100,000 times the Sun's mass. Violent pulsat

Punjab: NCB Secures 10-Year Sentence for Drug Traffickers

New Delhi, August 6: The Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) has successfully secured a 10-year rigorous imprisonment sentence for two drug trafficker

We will devise Commonwealth rankings system, says Vivek Kohli

Kerala CM launches States first Lab on Wheels mobile technology laboratory

The lab, an initiative of ASAP Kerala initiative and Infosys Springboard, aims to introduce school and college students in Kerala to emerging tec

Three NCPI MPs seek Home Minister

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Not BJP's Views, Says Party After Slogan Row At Rally On J&K Special Status Removal

After videos of the celebratory procession in Anantnag were widely shared on social media, there was a strong backlash

'Party constitution shifted from democratic principles to a one-person structure': SC in 'real' Shiv Sena case

Apollo wins

Apollo has agreed to acquire EasyJet in a 5.7 billion deal after rival bidder Castlelake withdrew. EasyJet shareholders will receive 7.15 per sha

Quote of the day by Woody Allen: 'Problems are like toilet paper. You pull...' Life lessons from inspiring quote on connected challenges, daily stress, acceptance, patience and human mishaps

Quote of the day by Woody Allen, Problems are like toilet paper. You pull on one and ten more come, explains how one problem can lead to several

West Bengal to distribute 70 lakh flags for Har Ghar Tiranga, plans tricolor rally

West Bengal will distribute seventy lakh national flags for the Har Ghar Tiranga programme. A massive tricolor rally is planned for August tenth

SC Declined To Interfere Land Dispute Between TGIIC and Private Parties

TGIIC asked to seek impleadment in High Court; status quo ordered for one week

Suvendu Adhikari aide's murder probe: CBI files charge sheet against 11 accused

Netflixs Operation Safed Sagar Pumps Over $24 Million Into Indias Economy

At the world premiere of the series in New Delhi, Co-CEO Ted Sarandos highlights the production's impact on jobs, businesses and India's creative

BMC MARD calls off doctors protest after Bombay High Courts direction

The association said the withdrawal was a mark of respect to the courts directive and the decision was without prejudice to its demands and legal

Efforts on to convince Horatti to step down

Real Madrid Signs 19-Year-Old Forward Yan Diomande from RB Leipzig

New Delhi, August 6: Amid the excitement of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Real Madrid has secured the signing of 19-year-old forward Yan Diomande from

'Celebrate handloom day like you marked friendship day': PM Modi's appeal in another Insta video

Lion's Gate Portal Peaks on August 8: Why the powerful 88 portal is considered the best time to manifest new beginnings and how to harness it

Lion's Gate Portal Peaks on August 8: Why the powerful 8/8 portal is considered the best time to manifest new beginnings and how to harness it

Two youth murder man, share selfie, videos

It is suspected that the duo murdered the man allegedly for advising them not to create nuisance in the locality under the influence of alcohol

13th BRICS Education Ministers meeting in Odisha to discuss key priorities

The meeting will deliberate on key priorities including early childhood care and education (ECCE), skill development, research and innovation, mu

Female contestants voiced opinions strongly while male contestants remained silent, says Yogesh Rawat on Lock Upp

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Vehicle Retail Sales Surge 26% YoY to 25.91 Lakh Units in July 2026

Commercial vehicles saw a 24.04 per cent rise in retail sales at 99,666 units last month as compared to 80,348 units in July 2025.

Delhi Assembly Speaker Reviews Security Ahead of Monsoon Session

New Delhi, August 6: Ahead of the Delhi Assemblys monsoon session, Speaker Vijender Gupta conducted a review of security and logistics arrangemen

Government keen to implement Centres Vaya Vandana scheme in State: Khader

Agriculture Budget shows Vijays Government has washed its hand of farmers

Panakkad landslip: traffic reopening put off to Friday amid rain alert

Officials say the road is motorable. However, experts warn that the slope can become unstable if heavy rain continues as the waterlogged soil may

Local Body Polls To Be Held on Schedule, Lokesh Tells Ministers

Lokesh asked every minister and public representative to work extensively at the grassroots level so that the alliance candidates secure the maxi