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Telangana Hikes Upper Age Limit by 2 More Years for Uniformed Services

GO Ms. No. 122, issued by the general administration department on Friday said the latest relaxation came in addition to the five-year increase g

Concerns Rise Over Indus Water Treaty Suspension Amid Flood Risks in Jammu and Kashmir

Srinagar, August 14: Political expert Rashid Rahil has expressed serious concerns regarding Indias announcement to suspend the Indus Water Treaty

Progressive Farmers, Promising Farms, Prosperous Nation

Dr. Parveen Kumar* As the country completes 79 years of freedom, agriculture sector remains the bedrock of Indias growth story all through the

OF CABBAGES AND KINGS | Amid Rising Heat, How Rewilding Drive Divides UK; As Species Die Out | Farrukh Dhondy

As a gang of young boys, we traipsed through the undergrowth of this jungle and of course sat around Khadevaks campfires as he cooked the flying

Asia, Africa paying a high price for Iran war

Farmers in India, Bangladesh particularly hit By Matein Khalid The Strait of Hormuz is a maritime chokepoint for 20 percent of the worlds crude

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From Swaraj to Surajya: Let the Tricolour Live Within Every Indian Heart

Prof. (Dr.) Jayadeba Sahoo Let your aspirations be united, your hearts united, and your minds united. This ancient invocation from the Rig Veda e

Punjab Chief Minister Lays Foundation for Compressed Bio-Gas Plant in Ludhiana

Ludhiana, August 14: Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann laid the foundation stone for a 65 crore Compressed Bio-Gas (CBG) plant in Hebowal, Ludh

Police, Coimbatore colleges discuss measures to curb crimes among students

Chamoli Tunnel Tragedy: 7 dead, 3 missing as rescue ops continue

Water and debris entered an under-construction tunnel in Uttarakhand's Chamoli district. Nineteen workers were rescued after the incident, which

1,057 police, fire, home guard, civil defence personnel get gallantry, service medals

On Independence Day 2026, a remarkable gathering honoured over a thousand personnel with Gallantry and Service Medals. Among them, 301 were award

Illegal aliens voting: Johnson rips Dems after 5 noncitizens charged over voter fraud in Michigan

Audit Flags JNTUH Grant Compliance

JNTUHs faculty records also list a 22.26lakh project for the 202023 period

Badal attack: Accused blamed SAD govt for Punjab drug crisis, says police

The individual accused of attacking Sukhbir Singh Badal has placed the blame on the escalating drug crisis in Punjab, asserting that the former S

Surfing | Indias challenge ends as Japan rules the waves

In 2015, NASA's New Horizons flew past Pluto and captured detailed images of its frozen surface. More than a decade later, scientists revisited the images and found evidence that liquid nitrogen may have once flowed across the dwarf planet

Scientists found evidence of liquid nitrogen flow beneath Pluto's Sputnik Planitia. This flow may have occurred after rising through cracks in th

Govt notifies 40-question Census 2027; caste to be recorded with SC/ST status

The Registrar General of India has notified a 40-question schedule for Census 2027. This includes an open-ended caste question for all respondent

At 15.4%, bank deposit growth highest since December 2016: RBI data

The current account deficit widened to $6.2 billion in June from a $1.2 billion surplus in June 2025, as the merchandise trade deficit increased

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Bangladesh Observes National Mourning Day on August 15 for Sheikh Mujibur Rahman

Dhaka, August 14: Every year on August 15, Bangladesh observes National Mourning Day. This day marks the brutal assassination of the countrys fou

AP Personnel Win 27 Independence Day Police, Fire and Correctional Service Medals

The two awardees of the Presidents Medals for Distinguished Service are inspector general Vijaya Kumar Gudi and inspector general Venkata Rami Re

Fresh violence in Kangpokpi, 2 killed

Suspected militants attacked Langka Naga village, killing two villagers and injuring two others. The villagers were working in a paddy field when

Parliamentary panel flags slow rate of digitisation of manuscripts

While the Gyan Bharatam Mission had set a target of digitisation of one crore manuscripts by 2030, only 7.5 lakh texts have been digitised so far

'At what point it become surveillance?': Lee blasts dynamic pricing as a scam, demands transparency

Weather Forecast and Prayer Timings for Saturday, August 15, 2026

Fajar: 4. 55 am; Zohar: 12. 30 pm; Asar: 4. 47 pm

How Bill Ackmans $14,000 Harvard job led him to Warren Buffetts investing philosophy and eventually built his billion-dollar career

Bill Ackman's journey began with a modest college sales position at Harvard University, earning $14,000. His foray into real estate quickly evolv

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian set to visit India for BRICS summit amid Hormuz tensions

In September, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian will be in Delhi for the 18th BRICS summit, a visit set against the backdrop of heightened US-I

'Unjustified detention': UN warns Yemen could slide back into wider war as U.S. envoy blasts Houthis

Centre Flags 384 Accident-Prone Black Corridors in AP; EG Leads With 46

The ministry clarified that newly constructed national highways undergo independent safety assessments before being opened to traffic

Atmosphere Core, AVNG Developers sign pact for luxury eco-resort

Power demand soars, Karnataka targets higher coal stocks, extra rakes to secure thermal power supply

President Murmu assures youth on exam reforms in Independence Day eve address to nation

President Murmu called India's youth its most valuable asset during her Independence Day address. She emphasized safeguarding students' present a

Karnatakas Former Chief Minister Critiques Governments Attempt to Regulate RSS Activities

Haveri, August 14: Former Karnataka Chief Minister Basavaraj Bommai has responded to the state governments proposed Karnataka Regulation of Use o

'Trump couldn't get me': Kelly brutally mocks President over illegal orders video indictment

Assam rifles camp comes under militant attack in Arunachal Pradesh

A militant attack targeted an Assam Rifles camp in Arunachal Pradesh, resulting in a twenty-minute exchange of gunfire between security forces an

Uttarakhand CM pays tribute on Partition Horrors Remembrance Day

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1057 personnel awarded gallantry and service medals on Independence Day 2026

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Wholesale Inflation Moderates To 9.78 pc In July

As per the data, the output producer price index (PPI), which will be eventually replaced by the WPI in about 5 years remained unchanged at 9.6 p

Telangana gives another two-year age relaxation for uniformed services recruitment

Gujarat Launches Major Environmental Initiative Ahead of Independence Day in Amreli

Ahmedabad, August 14: A significant environmental campaign has been launched in Amreli, Gujarat, ahead of the states 80th Independence Day celebr

Telangana HC Dismisses Harish Rao, BJP MLAs Loan Waiver and Subsidy PILs

Court says PIL cannot direct executive to allocate and release public funds

India@80: Clear road map, bumpy ride on the long journey to Viksit Bharat

.India@80: The gains, the gaps Sneha Sasikumar As India marks 80 years of independence, the country is chasing the aspiration of becoming Viksit

Meghalaya govt to set Up FCRA cell in home dept to coordinate with centre

Meghalaya will establish a dedicated FCRA cell within its home department. This cell aims to assist organizations with renewals and applications

Hezbollah chief says Lebanon-Israel deal puts undue pressure on army

Hezbollah chief Naim Qassem criticized Lebanese authorities for pressuring the army. He stated the framework deal with Israel subjects the army t

Mahalakshmi temples wore festive look on the first Friday of Sravanam

Everyday Life at The Edge of Death: Vinay Varma Brings Paymala to the Hyderabad Stage

The production mixes Marathi, Hindi and Bombay slang

Keralam CM announces cash awards for Commonwealth Games medallists

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Shekhar Kapur shares rare photo of Sridevi, recalls

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Shraddha Kapoor honours Sridevi

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Vande Mataram played before and after President Murmu

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Tamil Nadu government urged to include subsidy benefit for new and existing poultry units in Budget

From reforms to self-reliance: PM's speeches chart India's economic journey

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will deliver his 13th Independence Day address from the Red Fort, with reforms, jobs and self-reliance likely to fea

Fresh floods hit six Odisha districts, over 41,000 people moved to safer locations

Heavy rainfall has triggered fresh floods across six Odisha districts. Authorities have relocated over 41,000 people to relief centers. Rising ri

Full Vande Mataram Played Before, After Murmus Independence Day Address

In her address, the President recalled the pivotal role played by the national song during India's freedom struggle.

India reaffirms longstanding ties with Afghanistan

In the last few months and over a year now, we have had several engagements and several ministerial visits from Afghanistan, says Randhir Jaiswal

Tight Security, Faster Replies Planned For AP Assembly Session

Elaborate security and administrative arrangements are being put in place for the AP Assembly and Council sessions from August 17, with officials

Partition of 1947: A Human Tragedy, Says Manipur Governor

Imphal, August 14: Manipur Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla stated on Friday that the Partition of 1947 was not merely a division of land, but a profou

Rahul Gandhi asked to respond to privilege notice by August 28

Notice follows complaints by BJP MPs Anurag Thakur and Sanjay Jaiswal over remarks made during debate on the Public Examinations Bill

RBI may stay nimble on rates as growth is seen slowing to 6.6%: Report

Crisil reports India's growth may slow to 6.6 percent this fiscal year. Foreign portfolio investor inflows improved significantly in July, boosti

COVID Sneaks Back into Bhubaneswar: 50-Year-Old Tests Positive

A single positive case has brought COVID-19 back into the spotlight in Odishas capital. On Thursday, a 50-year-old resident of the Baramunda area

Rallies and reversals since 1991: The lessons for Indian investors

Avoid leverage, respect valuations and let earnings, cash flows and balance sheet strength, not narratives, guide investment decisions

Persecution of students: NALSAR alumni slam Bar Council of India

Hyderabad: Over 400 alumni of the NALSAR University of Law here on Friday, August 14, criticised the Bar Council of India over its now-withdrawn

Badal Alleges Plot To Destabilise Punjab

SAD chief vows not to be intimidated, stresses commitment to communal harmony

Meat shops, slaughterhouses to remain closed today

Court Grants CBI Permission to Investigate Additional Suspects in NEET-UG Paper Leak Case

New Delhi, August 14: A court in New Delhi has approved the Central Bureau of Investigations (CBI) request to expand its inquiry into the NEET-UG

Happy Independence Day 2026 Images : Top 60+ wishes, quotes, messages, WhatsApp, Instagram & Facebook status for 15 August

Happy Independence Day 2026: Best Wishes, Quotes, Messages, HD Images, Photos and Greetings for 80th Independence Day, 15 August to Share on What

Union Minister Manohar Lal opens Har Ghar Tiranga kiosk at India Habitat Centre

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Odisha Floods: 52 Blocks in 6 Districts Affected, Over 2 Lakh People Impacted

The flood situation in Odisha remains critical as continuous rainfall in the upper catchments has kept river levels rising, even as the first wav

Cockroaches, expired food: FDA suspends licences of Blinkit, Zepto, Instamart hubs

The Maharashtra FDA took decisive action by suspending licenses for fourteen food outlets affiliated with quick-commerce services like Blinkit an

YSRCP stages protest over drinking water crisis, hits out at govt.

Telangana worker dies in Saudi Arabia, NRI offers Rs 40,000 aid

Hyderabad: An Non-Resident Indian (NRI) entrepreneur has provided Rs 40,000 to support the family of a Telangana worker who died in a road accide

Census 2027 to collect mobile, Aadhaar, bank accounts, ID details alongside caste

India's upcoming Census will gather extensive personal and financial details from all citizens. This includes bank accounts, mobile numbers, and

Rising Swine Flu Cases in New Delhi Prompt Health Warnings from Doctors

New Delhi, August 14: As the weather changes and the monsoon season progresses, health experts in New Delhi are advising the public to exercise c

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Deep under a US military base, a blind 'demon' creature just surfaced for the first time

Biologists found a pale aquatic creature, the demon cavefish, after three decades. This species remained undetected in Bobcat Cave, beneath Redst

Govt removes 12-minute per hour advertisement cap for television channels

The government said the advertising cap, introduced in 2006, had outlived its utility amid increased competition among TV channels and the rapid

Tripura government launches residential skill training for 55 returnees

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States to retain 90% of mining-related payments after MMDR Bill: Centre

Mines Ministry says states will continue to receive around 90 per cent of mining-related taxes and statutory payments, amid concerns over the ame

Russia Seeks US Answers Over Alleged Support for Ukraine Attacks: Lavrov

Lavrov quoted Putin as telling U.S. President Donald Trump at a summit one year ago that Moscow was ready to support U.S. peace proposals.

SEC filing shows Softbank initiates stake in Capital One; sells 71.5% of its Taiwan Semi holdings

Softbank acquired a new stake in Capital One during the second quarter. It also purchased a stake in Life360, a location sharing service provider

Odisha: 63,848 Madhu Babu Pension Applications Pending

In a decisive move to ensure no eligible beneficiary is left behind, the Odisha government has directed all district collectors to immediately cl

Dont play politics with me: CJPs Ranka confronts cop, cites Pradhans ouster

In response to a concerning incident where a building slab collapsed, students took to the streets to protest against the unsafe conditions of th

Stone Set For 2nd Pumping Station To Strengthen Amaravati Flood Defence

The new pumping station will have a capacity to lift 8,400 cusecs of flood water from the Kondaveeti Vagu and discharge it into the Krishna River

Avengers: Doomsday new poster released: Doctor Doom takes centre stage as tickets go on sale

In the exciting upcoming Avengers: Doomsday, Robert Downey Jr. takes on the iconic role of Doctor Doom, with the newly released poster generating

I Shot Him, He Died: Luigi Mangione Admits He Shot UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson

When the judge asked Luigi Mangione whether he understood that he could spend the rest of his life in prison, he answered, Yes.

Importance of Educating the Youth on the Horrors of Partition: Madan Rathore

Jaipur, August 14: Amidst the political activity in Rajasthan, BJP state president Madan Rathore, former mayor Soumya Gurjar, and MLA Bal Mukund

Amaravati decked up for 80th Independence Day celebrations

Flag hoisting ceremonies have been scheduled at the Assembly, Secretariat and Andhra Pradesh High Court

Arunachal Police urges caution on sharing border, security updates online

Arunachal Pradesh Police warns against sharing unverified security-related content online. Circulating photos and videos of border incidents can

Madhav Kaushik named Noida Kings captain for UP T20 League 2026

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