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Grand Rath Yatra of Lord Jagannath Kicks Off in Ahmedabad with Amit Shahs Participation

Ahmedabad, July 16: The 149th world-renowned Rath Yatra of Lord Jagannath commenced today in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, filled with religious fervor, de

Leaders Extend Greetings on Jagannath Rath Yatra

New Delhi, July 16: On the occasion of the commencement of the Jagannath Rath Yatra, President Droupadi Murmu, along with several Chief Ministers

President Murmu and Leaders Extend Greetings for Jagannath Rath Yatra

New Delhi, July 16: On the auspicious occasion of the Jagannath Rath Yatra, President Droupadi Murmu, along with several Chief Ministers and Unio

July 16: Power Cut to Affect Over 35 Areas Across Udaipur

Udaipur, July 16: Power supply will remain suspended in more than 35 areas of the city on July 16 due to the ISKCON Rath Yatra route and schedule

Dirty Biryani, to be staged in Hyderabad, raises a toast to sisterhood and female solidarity

Directed by Snehil Basoya, the musical production depicts the lives and experiences of three diverse women in a light-hearted way

Preparations for Lord Jagannaths Ratha Yatra Underway Amid Rain in Puri

Puri, July 16: Preparations for the grand Ratha Yatra of Lord Jagannath have been completed in Puri, Odisha, and across the country. A large numb

Argentina Celebrates World Cup Victory with Controversial Falklands Banner, FIFA May Take Action

Atlanta, July 16: Argentina may face disciplinary action from FIFA after players celebrated their World Cup semifinal victory against England wit

Emergent turns unicorn; Groww's net profit soars 94% in Q1

Emergent was valued at $300 million during its Series B funding round in January this year. The latest fundraise takes its total capital raised t

Messi Makes History as Argentina Advances to FIFA World Cup Final

New Delhi, July 16: Argentina has secured its place in the final of the FIFA World Cup 2026 by defeating England 2-0 in the semifinal match. Capt

Pacific Student Azeem Tariq Shines in Paris as India Wins Silver at Special Olympics Unified Football World Cup 2026

Udaipur : Indias mens team delivered an impressive performance at the Special Olympics Unified Football World Cup 2026 held in Paris, winning the

Argentina Advances to FIFA World Cup Final for Second Consecutive Time, Defeats England 2-1

New Delhi, July 16: Argentina has secured its place in the FIFA World Cup final for the second consecutive time. In a thrilling semifinal match h

Hindustan Zincs Zinc Kaushal Empowering Rural Youth with Global Career Opportunities

Udaipur, July 16, 2026 (Daily Kiran): Hindustan Zinc Limited is playing a significant role in strengthening employability and livelihood opportun

Robert Pattinson's The Batman Part II Gets Another Delay, Will Release in 2028

The film was first scheduled to release on October 2, 2026, before being pushed to October 1, 2027.

From Rural Rajasthan to Global Careers: Hindustan Zincs Zinc Kaushal Trains Over 10,000 Youth, Creates Pathways to Opportunity

45% women participation with 8,000+ youth landing jobs in prestigious organizations Creating sustainable livelihoods through 26 Cr skilling initi

India-Nepal Joint Steering Committee reviews hydropower, power trade and transmission projects

India and Nepal reviewed power sector cooperation during their thirteenth joint steering committee meeting. Discussions focused on hydropower pro

Govt mulls action against ZEE5

Satluj row: Centre considering amendment in IT Rules for OTT platforms The government is considering amending the IT Rules 2021 for certification

Kriti Sanon enjoys Eng-India match with rumoured boyfriend

Actress Kriti Sanon is enjoying the ongoing ODI match between England and India at the Edgbaston Stadium with her rumoured boyfriend Kabir Bahia.

FIFA WC 2026: Messi Not Done Yet After Inspiring Argentina to Final

The defending champions were up against it, trailing to Anthony Gordon's goal until the 85th minute in Atlanta before Messi worked his magic

Pawan Kalyan Discharged After Shoulder Surgery, Family Grateful

A heartfelt thank you to this incredible team for taking such exceptional care of my husband and performing his surgery with the highest level of

Supreme Court Clears UP's Rs 1,500-Crore Kukrail Night Safari Project

Divided into two phases, the ambitious project is India's first urban night safari at the sprawling 5,000-hectare Kukrail Reserve Forest and will

Nick Jonas says he loves Bwood gossip

Singer-actor Nick Jonas has revealed that one of his favourite things about being married to global star Priyanka Chopra is keeping up with Bolly

Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara clocks 15 years

Actor Abhay Deol has taken a nostalgic trip down memory lane as the much-loved film Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara completed 15 years of its release. T

Ficci chief: It's for industry to take advantage of FTAs

Economic momentum sustains as oil prices moderate and trade deals offer new opportunities. Corporate sector performance shows robust demand, with

From left, music composer and playback singer Vishal Bhardwaj, singers Rekha Bhardwaj, Hariharan, Mitali, Sudeep Banerji and Talat Aziz during the announcement of the 25th Silver Jubilee edition of Khazana A Festival of Ghazals in Mumbai on Wednesday. (PTI)

Ram Gopal Varma: Ban censorship

Stating that censoring films was actually an insult to audiences, well known film director Ram Gopal Varma on Wednesday called for a ban on censo

Shabana Azmi, Soni Razdan urge Wangchuk to end hunger strike

Veteran actors Shabana Azmi and Soni Razdan on Wednesday made an appeal to education reformer and climate activist Sonam Wangchuk to end his inde

Breakout above key resistance makes Chalet Hotels a buy: Shitij Gandhi

35 years on, 103-yr-old woman wins legal battle for plot of land

Habiban Khatoon, aged 103, finally received justice after a 35-year legal battle. Her eldest son purchased land in her name, but a cousin took po

Rani to receive honorary doctorate

Actor Rani Mukerji will be conferred an Honorary Doctor of Letters by Australias La Trobe University in recognition of her contribution to Indian

Iran Targets Bahrain and Kuwait as US Launches More Airstrikes

The American strikes hit an Iranian army barracks, killed at least seven troops and wounded hundreds of people across the country, Iranian offici

CBSE 10th Second Board Result 2026 LIVE: Expected Scorecard Date, Check Latest Updates Here

CBSE Class 10 Second Board Result 2026 Live: Scorecard is expected soon. Know the latest updates, expected result date, scorecard detail, and mor

U.S. says will not obstruct Venezuela Opposition leader's return

Now, I do think that there's some work we need to do in the context of Venezuela, so that way, when she returns, she doesn't get arrested, says D

Petrol, Diesel Prices On July 16: Check Updated Fuel Rates In Major Cities

While international crude rates are the biggest factor for fuel prices in India, they aren't the only ones. Taxes, freight costs, refining margin

Morning Brief Podcast: Who Pays For Ethanol?

TVK Sacks Panchayat Leader Veerasamy Over Viral Bribe Video

This comes on the same day the Tamil Nadu government issued a strict directive requiring all public offices, boards, and state-run corporations t

Made Us All Proud: UK PM Keir Starmer Consoles England After FIFA WC Exit

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer expressed disappointment over England's 2-1 defeat to Argentina in the FIFA World Cup 2026 semifinal.

FIFA World Cup 2026: England tried to protect a late lead at World Cup but Messi and Argentina broke through to win

Argentina secured a dramatic 2-1 World Cup semifinal victory over England. Lionel Messi provided key assists for both late goals in the match. En

US strikes Iran again as Tehran warns of 'existential war' with America

The United States struck Iran's coastal defenses and missile sites on Wednesday. This action followed the reimposition of a naval blockade on Ira

FIFA World Cup 2026: The World Cup final is set, with Messi and Argentina facing Yamal and Spain for the title on Sunday

The World Cup final features a clash between Argentina and Spain. Argentina, led by Lionel Messi, faces Spain's strong defense. Both teams enter

They Better Behave: Trump Declines Iran Deadline Before Bridge Strikes

On Tuesday, Trump, during an interview with Fox News, warned that the United States would start targeting Iranian power plants

Morning Digest: NPCIL denies sensitive data breach at Kudankulam nuclear plant project; Argentina rallies to beat England and enter World Cup final, and more

Here is a select list of stories to start the day

Venezuela Earthquake: Death Count Rises To 4,829, Over 20,000 Displaced

The 7.2 and 7.5 magnitude quakes struck within a minute of each other on June 24, decimating the coastal state of La Guaira located north of Cara

Three policemen killed, 34 injured in two terrorist attacks in NW Pakistan

Police said the attack occurred near Ladam Top at Haider when the convoy was passing through the area. The assailants first hurled hand grenades

Patna high court ruling on groping draws criticism from top court

The Supreme Court expressed serious concern over a Patna High Court order. This order stated that removing a woman's salwar did not constitute at

Breaking News Live Updates: Red Fort to remain closed to public from July 15 to Aug 15

Grand Sri Jagannatha Ratha Yatra to Be Held by Hare Krishna Movement on July 19, 2026

Meticulous preparations are underway to ensure a spiritually uplifting and memorable experience for all attendees.

US sanctions 7 individuals, entities for supporting IRGC; reiterates stance for Tehran's denuclearisation

The United States imposed new sanctions on Iran for attacking commercial vessels. American forces conducted military strikes targeting Iranian ca

Christopher Nolans The Odyssey Is Epic Storytelling at Its Finest

Christopher Nolan transforms Homers timeless epic into a visually staggering, emotionally resonant adventure led by a stellar ensemble. Grand in

Beyond momos: Meghalayas chefs are reclaiming the states culinary identity

In Shillong, chefs behind AOrigins, Rynsan and Lady Aiko are reclaiming Meghalayas culinary heritage with dishes built around fermented bamboo sh

India, EU strengthen strategic partnership at 3rd TTC; announce cooperation in AI, semiconductors, clean technologies

The European Union and India on Wednesday reaffirmed their commitment to strengthen strategic cooperation in trade, technology and security at th

Bellingham Argues With Messi, Then Almost Comes To Blows With Argentina Star

Lionel Messi and Jude Bellingham were the two central characters in the England vs Argentina FIFA World Cup 2026 semi-final clash

Iran has no plans for negotiations, remains focused on defense: Foreign Ministry spokesperson

Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei on Wednesday stated that the Islamic Republic has no plans to resume negotiations with the

KSU vows to expose former MLAs on uranium land grab

SHILLONG, July 15: The Khasi Students Union (KSU) has vowed to publicly name several former MLAs allegedly involved in land purchases in the uran

Three children electrocuted to death in Ri-Bhoi village

NONGPOH, July 15: Three children were electrocuted to death after coming into contact with a snapped 11 kV overhead power line in Umtangling vill

Amid War, Trump Says Iran Has Freed US Citizen In Goodwill Gesture

US President Donald Trump said Wednesday that arch foe Iran has freed an American citizen detained since December 2024 and allowed her to leave t

'They better behave': Trump rules out setting any deadline for Iran before bombing its bridges

US President Donald Trump on Wednesday (local time) said that he does not like setting deadlines when asked whether he had given Iran any ultimat

Centre examining legal implications, possible clauses over WhatsApp, Telegram 'username' feature: Sources

The government is examining legal implications for WhatsApp and Telegram. This follows their replies to notices regarding the new username featur

Delhi court restores Umar Khalids two weekly video meetings with family

Counsel for Umar Khalid submitted that he had been permitted two weekly e-mulakats since the beginning of his incarceration and that the number h

Rs 5 Lakh Paid To NTA Paper-Setter In NEET Leak, 111 Questions Matched: CBI

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has recovered Motegaonkar's phone in which 36 images (five duplicate images) containing 132 handwritten

FIFA World Cup 2026: Argentina late show sinks England and sets up World Cup final against Spain

Argentina defeated England 2-1 in a World Cup semi-final match. Enzo Fernandez and Lautaro Martinez scored late goals for Argentina. Anthony Gord

J&K NC to go ahead with July 20 protest at Jantar Mantar over Statehood, constitutionalguarantees

Omar Abdullahs uncle and former National Conference leader Mustafa Kamal had passed away on July 14

Move high court on SIR-linked ration card cancellation: Supreme Court to petitioner

The Supreme Court declined to hear a petition regarding ration card cancellations. These cancellations followed voter list deletions due to doubt

BJP turns PM Modi visits to states into 'swachh' drives

Organized cleanliness drives now precede Prime Minister Modi's state visits across India. These initiatives transform pre-VVIP spruce-ups into pu

2022 in mind, Congress may continue with Amarinder Raja Warring as Punjab party chief

The Congress party is not favoring a leadership change in its Punjab unit. This stance comes despite some functionaries demanding Amarinder Raja

Nearly 10,000 more MBBS seats up for grabs this year

India's MBBS capacity reaches a record 1,36,939 seats for the 2026-27 academic session. This expansion is driven by new regulations allowing earl

3 Policemen Killed, 34 Injured In 2 Terrorist Attacks In Pakistan

Terrorists attacked a police convoy in Lower Dir district with hand grenades and automatic weapons on Wednesday, killing three police personnel a

PM Modi & Shah 'discuss BJP organisational overhaul'

Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with Home Minister Amit Shah and BJP chief Nitin Nabin. Discussions focused on the party's upcoming list of offi

Russia Hits Kyiv With Missiles As EU Chief Visits Ukraine

A series of explosions rang out in Kyiv shortly after midnight on Thursday, an AFP journalist said, after a Ukrainian air force alert reported th

Low water level in Mullaperiyar raising concern in both States

The low storage impacts not only Kerala but also neighbouring districts in Tamil Nadu; it has hit farming activities and may soon pose a threat t

NDA steps up push for numbers ahead of delimitation Bill, Opposition closes ranks

Both the ruling alliance and Opposition INDIA bloc are firming up strategies ahead of the Monsoon Session of Parliament; NDA banks on splits in T

India-Nepal Strengthen Power Partnership, Clear Path for 1,650 MW Export

Kathmandu, July 16: India and Nepal have agreed to enhance the volume of electricity exchange between the two countries through two cross-border

England vs Argentina, FIFA World Cup: Reigning champion rallies to beat tough English side, enters final again

Late Fernandez and Martinez goals secure 2-1 win for Argentina, setting up final showdown with Spain

Supreme Court asks CBSE for details of steps taken to curb digital evaluation flubs

The Supreme Court has asked CBSE to detail its actions on digital evaluation issues. A one-member commission is now inquiring into these alleged

SIR exercise: Delhi voters get 10 more days to submit enumeration forms

Electors in Delhi now have an extended period to submit their enumeration forms. House-to-house visits by BLOs in Delhi will continue until Augus

BJP Core Group Meet At PM's Residence Ahead Of Monsoon Session Of Parliament

A crucial meeting of top BJP leaders, including Home Minister Amit Shah and party president Nitin Nabin, was held at Prime Minister Narendra Modi

Quote of the day by Marilyn Monroe 'Respect Is One of Life's Greatest Treasures. I Mean, What Does It All Add Up to If You Don't Have That?' shows psychology of true successful human, offers timeless advice on healthy relationships, meaningful leadership, life of purpose

Quote of the day by Marilyn Monroe offers timeless wisdom about the true meaning of success. Respect begins with self-worth and grows through hon

Kudankulam nuclear plant data breached, NPCIL says core systems untouched

Nuclear Power Corporation of India stated its core systems remain secure after a cyber incident. A ransomware group posted files related to the K

'I'm the same Todd Blanche!: DOJ official's blistering response to Adam Schiff in explosive hearing

US Military Strikes Ship Trying To Breach Iran Port Blockade

A US aircraft fired on and disabled an unladen oil tanker Wednesday as it tried to break the naval blockade of Iran's ports, the US military said

Vance says Trump administration 'screwed up' communications around Epstein files

Researchers Warn Of Threats To Sacred Groves In Andhra Pradesh

The report on Pavithravanams recommends a combined approach that integrates community-led conservation practices with scientific management for s

FTCCI Elects Maheshwari As President, Garimella As SVP

Maheshwari is the chairman and managing director of CIL Securities, a diversified financial services company. The company offers services as regi

Quote of the day by France FIFA World Cup 2026 coach Didier Deschamps, 'For me, I always considered that a group is above everything else' is a life lesson on winning psychology that says collective success should always take priority over personal ambition

Quote of the day by Didier Deschamps offers a timeless lesson about teamwork, humility, and leadership. Didier Deschamps' words remind us that la

Ukrainian Drone Kills Chief Engineer At Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Plant: Russia

The chief engineer at the Russian-controlled Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant has been killed by a Ukrainian drone near the station, the head of

NBFCs Share Of Education Loans To US Fall To 43% In FY26 From 54 %

These geographies benefited from relatively stable visa regimes, favourable post-study work opportunities and growing acceptance among Indian stu

Kazipet-Kacheguda Trains Get Shorter Route As SCR Checks Sitaphalmandi-Lallaguda Chord Line

The inspection was led by general manager Sanjay Kumar Srivastava, who conducted a trolley inspection of the section, reviewing signalling system

Dharwad: Doctor's Death, Son's Injuries Under Probe

City Police Commissioner Shashikumar said that Kiran's family members and friends repeatedly tried to contact him from Tuesday night and Wednesda

Hyderabad Police Step Up Action Against Unauthorised Number Plates

Hyderabad traffic joint commissioner of police, D. Joel Davis said only government-approved high-security registration plates are legally permitt

Could a newly discovered brain cell structure hold the secret to slowing Alzheimer's disease progression? Scientists uncover a hidden gatekeeper with shocking implications

Penn State scientists discovered a hidden structure within brain cells. This structure acts as a gatekeeper controlling what enters neurons. It r

CS Gets Extension, Reshuffle In Top Bureaucracy

The media savvy J Radhakrishnan has been transferred out of the State Electricity Board, where he was chairman and managing director, and posted