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Emergency Declared in British Columbia as Wildfires Rage

Ottawa, August 9: An emergency has been declared in British Columbia, Canada, due to rapidly spreading wildfires. Strong winds are pushing the fl

Jetstar and Qatar Airways near collision at Sydney Airport under investigation by Australian Transport Safety Bureau

Safety regulators are investigating a near collision between two passenger aircraft at Sydney Airport. A Jetstar pilot braked suddenly, avoiding

Tragic Accident Claims Lives of Three Women in Madhubani

Madhubani, August 9: A tragic road accident in the Benipatti area of Madhubani district, Bihar, claimed the lives of three women on Sunday mornin

Tragic Road Accident Claims Lives of Three Women in Madhubani

Madhubani, August 9: A tragic road accident in the Benipatti police area of Madhubani district, Bihar, resulted in the deaths of three women on S

Pilots Of Helicopter That Crashed While Fighting Utah Wildfire Die

The pilots were killed when their Sikorsky Skycrane helicopter went down Friday morning, according to the Sevier County Sheriff.

Kerala: History-Sheeter Arjun Ayanki Held in Kannur

Kannur City Police Commissioner BV Vijaya Bharath Reddy told reporters that Ayanki was arrested from Kannur town itself following a long chase th

Promised 'smart village' tag in 2015, still waiting for basic roads & drainage in 2026: Greater Noida villagers now want to erase villages old identity with a new name

Eleven years since being designated for a smart village program, residents of Sadullapur are still deprived of basic services. The inadequate sta

CM Revanth Reddy Greets People on World Indigenous Peoples Day

The knowledge, culture, traditions, collective way of life, and cultural preservation of indigenous communities who have, for generations, made n

Jharkhand MLA Jayaram Mahto Begins Hunger Strike in Support of Protesting Students

Ranchi, August 9: In a show of solidarity with students protesting against irregularities in the JPSC and JSSC recruitment exams, Jayaram Mahto,

Shanghai Cancels Over 1,300 Flights As China Prepares For Typhoon Dolphin

The storm's maximum sustained winds were estimated at about 162 kilometers per hour (101 mph) as of Sunday morning.

No Direct Proof Needed To Prove Dowry Death If Harassment Established: Allahabad High Court

The court made the observation while reducing the life sentence of a man, Sandeep Singh Hora, convicted in a dowry death case, to 10 years' rigor

Indian Railways Approves Daily ItarsiMadan Mahal Passenger Service In MP, Improving Connectivity Across JabalpurNarmadapuram Belt

Turkiyes Parliament passes Bill aimed at peace with Kurdish rebels

The Bill includes a mechanism to facilitate the return of PKK militants by suspending their jail sentences for as much as 10 years

Heavy Rainfall Warning for Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, and Jammu

New Delhi, August 9: The Meteorological Department has issued a heavy rainfall warning for Jammu & Kashmir, Ladakh, Himachal Pradesh, and Uttarak

Jharkhand students protest over JPSC exam irregularities completes 15th day

Hunter Biden says Joe Biden's cancer has spread: 'Very painful, debilitating'

The Legacy of Saraswati Devi: Pioneer of Indian Film Music

New Delhi, August 9: In the 1930s, when the music industry in films was dominated by men, Saraswati Devi played a pivotal role in shaping Indian

Railway Board grants in-principle approval for BMRCL's CBTC signalling on Pink and Blue metro lines

Kashmir rail link clears final safety hurdle as CRS completes inspection of Katra-Srinagar section

SIR: Owaisi Alleges BLOs Refusing Forms, Seeks ECI Intervention

Since yesterday, we have received too many complaints from people at our SIR Guidance Desk that BLOs have clearly told them that they won't be ta

Gen Z Cannot Be Ignored: Dharmendra Pradhan Reveals Why He Resigned Amid NEET Protests

Former Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan says attempts were made to mislead Gen Z during the NEET protests, while acknowledging the growing p

Pilots federation seeks independent Civil Aviation Authority to replace DGCA in letter to PM Modi

Fire Extinguished at Saudi Aramco Facility After Suspected Targeting, No Injuries

The ministry said the fire occurred at one of the facilities belonging to the Saudi Aramco refinery in the region

Baramulla Police Seizes Land Worth Over

Baramulla, August 9: The Baramulla police in Jammu and Kashmir continue their efforts against illegal and anti-national activities. They have sec

Indian-origin woman's partner arrested in Canada's Toronto seven months after her murder

A 32-year-old man has been arrested by Canadian authorities for the murder of his Indian-origin partner in downtown Toronto, said the police on S

Zelenskyy visits Russian ally Serbia as Moscow pounds Kyiv

Moscow has significantly upped its attacks on the Ukrainian capital in recent months, typically firing salvos of hard-to-intercept ballistic miss

Why US Navy Is Adding More Missile Cells To 19 Virginia-Class Submarines

The Pentagon will classify 19 submarines as guided-missile submarines, which will be fitted with a new section called the Virginia Payload Module

Car-bomb attack targets southwest Colombia day after conservative President takes office

The Army alleged the attack was carried out by two dissident groups of the now-defunct Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia

Weather Today Live Updates: Heavy Rain In Parts Of Tamil Nadu, Waterlogging Reported In Some Areas

Weather Today, IMD Rain Alert Live Updates: In Chennai, moderate rain was reported in Kodambakkam, Nungambakkam, Vadapalani and T Nagar, bringing

Car Bomb Explodes In Colombia A Day After New President Takes Office

Attack On Pan-American Highway Injures Two Security Guards As New Government Vows Tough Action Against Armed Groups

The 16th Worldwide Chinese Life Insurance Congress & 2026 International Dragon Award (IDA) Annual Conference Grandly Held

The 16th Worldwide Chinese Life Insurance Congress & 2026 International Dragon Award (IDA) Annual Conference Grandly Held

Iran says Hormuz wont reopen until US corrects its behavior

Iran issued new demands for the Strait of Hormuz reopening and the UAE reported an Iranian missile attack. Yemen's military launched attacks agai

Pradhan Says He Quit After Attempts Made To Mislead Gen Z

Former Education Minister Says He Offered To Resign Amid NEET Paper Leak Protests

Houthis behind attack on Saudi Aramco gas facility in Jubail region, reports Israeli media

Yemen's Houthis are behind the attack on a gas facility in Saudi Arabia's Jubail region, Israeli media reported, after reports emerged of an expl

CIAL posts record 502-crore net profit

With investments of more than 50,000 crore expected in the countrys airport sector over the next decade, the company intends to offer specialised

A.P. govt. will revive Telugu theatre, restore artistes dignity, says Minister Kandula Durgesh

A comprehensive action plan will be prepared under the leadership of the Academy Chairman to support artistes, says Durgesh

BSNL floats tender for appointing franchisees to sell 4G SIM cards

Man performs 'tantrik' ritual with Chief Justice's photo to secure kin's bail in Chhattisgarh

A man was questioned by Bilaspur Police on Saturday after he was allegedly found performing a 'tantrik' ritual at a cremation ground i n an attem

HMWSSB Citizen Services app restored

Bhatti woos global investors in US

Mild earthquake, tremors in Maharashtras Nashik; cracks reported in houses

People should not fear. They should not believe any rumours. However, everyone should remain alert and take safety precautions, district Collecto

Private schools must upload fee particulars on School Ed portal

No Charges On UPI Payments For Consumers, Government Says Nominal MDR May Apply To Select Merchant Transactions

Milk Prices in Maharashtra to Rise By Rs.2 Per Litre from August 11

The price hike is expected to affect consumers across the state as milk producers and processors revise the rates of both cow and buffalo milk.

Monitoring officer reviews ongoing development projects in Thoothukudi

Those made protectors have become predators, says BJP, targeting Punjabs AAP government

BJPs comprehensive critique highlights accusations of illegal mining, paper leaks, and censorship; demands judicial inquiry into Barnala lathi ch

Apple iPhone 17 price drops to Rs 32,885 on Flipkart? Check Flipkart Freedom Sale offers, exchange deal and bank discounts

Grab the chance to purchase the Apple iPhone 17 at a special price during the Flipkart Freedom Sale. This stunning smartphone showcases a 6.3-inc

Greenland Warns Trump-Linked Oil Firm Over Planned Drilling

Authorities Say Company Lacked Approval To Bring Equipment Ashore In Arctic Territory

BRS wants govt. to boycott GRMB meet

Working president K.T. Rama Rao says the party will launch a major movement if States river water rights are undermined

Police Capture Three Drug Traffickers After Encounter in Ghaziabad, Arrest Notorious Criminal in Firozabad

Mumbai, August 9: In a significant operation, police in Ghaziabad and Firozabad have apprehended four criminals following an encounter. Among tho

Rajya Sabha to take up Taxation, Bankers Books bills on Monday

The Rajya Sabha will consider two important bills on Monday. The Taxation and Other Laws (Amendment) Bill proposes significant tax changes. It ai

Telangana SIR: AIMIM chief Owaisi claims BLOs refusing enumeration forms on Aug 9-10, seeks ECI intervention

Asaduddin Owaisi urged election officials to address complaints about enumeration form rejections. He highlighted that Booth Level Officers cited

PM Modi Praises Engineers With 'First In My Bloodline To Build Rocket' Remark

Addressing the 57th convocation ceremony of IIT Delhi, he also told the graduating class that they weren't merely collecting a degree but carryin

Nashik hit by 4.3-magnitude quake, tremors trigger cracks in houses

A 4.3 magnitude earthquake struck Nashik on Saturday night, followed by a tremor early Sunday. Tremors were felt across several talukas, causing

E-Samudra Goes Live: India Brings Maritime Services, Payments, Tracking And Certificates Onto Single Digital Platform

Mojtaba Khamenei Appears In Undated Video Amid Health Speculation

Iran Releases 12-Second Footage As Reports Claim Supreme Leader Is In Critical Condition

Indias climate challenge: El Nio and erratic monsoons | Insight India

Over the past few months, India has seen heavy rain and flooding in several states. Despite that, the country is actually facing a deficient mons

Afghanistans gold rush leaves a trail of dust, damage and lost farmland

Gold mining operations in Afghanistan's Badakhshan province are causing significant environmental degradation. Villagers report polluted rivers a

Shiv Katha Concludes with the Manifestation of Lord Shiva and Establishment of Baba Baidyanath

Udaipur, August 8, 2026: The Shiv Katha organised at Narayan Seva Sansthan during the holy month of Shravan concluded with devotional fervour on

Dilip Ghosh Calls for Investigation into TMC Leaders Death in Police Custody

Kolkata, August 9: West Bengal Minister Dilip Ghosh has responded to the recent death of a TMC leader in police custody. He stated that any death

Milk prices to rise by Rs 2/litre in Maharashtra from August 11

Milk prices in Maharashtra will rise by two rupees per litre starting Tuesday. This price increase affects both cow and buffalo milk across the s

Buzz continues over Amarinder Singh's return to Congress for 2027 Punjab polls, but will it benefit party?

Captain Amarinder Singh, a former Congress veteran and a two-time chief minister of Punjab, had quit the grand old party in 2021 amid a feud with

30 Days to Go: Hindustan Zinc

Over 5,500 runners already registered across the 21.097K, 10K and 5K categories Race to be held on 6 September 2026, with registrations witnessin

Vedanta Zinc City Half Marathon Gets Over 5,500 Registrations, Udaipur Emerges as New Marathon Destination

21.097 km, 10 km and 5 km races to be held on September 6; event strengthens Udaipurs position as a sports tourism hub Udaipur : With just a mont

Jipmers Women and Childrens Hospital gets Platinum Certification for second time

Boating facility opened at Vennamadai tank on Courtallam - Aintharuvi Road

FIFA Defends Infantino Amid Growing Criticism

FIFA alleged that there was an ongoing effort by some individuals to undermine the organisation and its president.

Are you a workplace microsnob? Take this quiz to find out

Subtle workplace judgments, termed microsnobbery, stem from everyday choices. These judgments often involve food, clothing, and cultural consumpt

August Revolution: Ministers and Chief Ministers Pay Tribute to Freedom Fighters

New Delhi, August 9: On the 84th anniversary of the August Revolution, also known as the Quit India Movement, several prominent leaders paid trib

The Benefits of Waking Up Early: Insights from Ayurveda

New Delhi, August 9: In todays fast-paced world, staying up late and waking up late has become common. However, this habit can lead to various he

News in Frames | The wounds beneath Assams deadly flood

Mining, quarrying, deforestation and jhum cultivation may have destabilised slopes and intensified the impact of the deluge; the floods this year

Tarun Tejpals daughter links conviction to his investigative journalism

Tarun Tejpal's daughter claims his conviction stems from his investigative journalism work. She believes the rape allegation was used to silence

Poonchs Khan Pir Baba Ziarat draws thousands, facilities remain concern

Thousands of devotees and tourists attended the annual Khan Pir Baba Ziarat event. The civil administration and Army organized separate programs

The price of greatness: what the world did not see in Rafael Nadal

His rigid on-field habits were his mental shield, a way to drown out the white noise of pain so his mind could focus entirely on the next ball

How a chole bhature stall sold 441 plates in four days, turning a 10,000 idea into 10,530 profit

Ankit Pandey took an initiative to empower an unemployed individual by supporting his chole bhature venture. He provided essential startup funds,

P Chidambaram backs Rahul Gandhi, seeks delinking of womens quota from delimitation

Senior Congress leader P Chidambaram criticized the government's stance on women's reservation. He stated the reservation law can be implemented

Irans President Pajeckian Advocates for Peace with U.S. Cooperation

Tehran, August 9: Irans President Masoud Pajeckian stated that Tehran will pursue a path of peace under the recently signed Memorandum of Underst

PM Modi Remembers Heroes of the Quit India Movement on Its 84th Anniversary

New Delhi, August 9: Prime Minister Narendra Modi commemorated the 84th anniversary of the Quit India Movement by honoring the national leaders a

Pemmasani calls for art to connect with community

Addressing the gathering at Amaravati Chitrakala Veedhi, Union Minister of State for Rural Development and Communications says art is a reflectio

Japans nuclear dilemma: 81 years after Hiroshima, old taboos face new threats

Japan's leaders are questioning its long-held pacifist stance on nuclear weapons. This debate arises as regional neighbors increase their militar

Seven killed, 11 injured after private bus plunges onto road in HP's Chamba

Seven passengers were killed and 11 injured after a private bus overturned and plunged onto a lower road in Himachal Pradeshs Chamba district at

Helicopter Crash in Utah Wildfire Operation Claims Two Lives

Los Angeles, August 9: A tragic helicopter crash during a firefighting operation in central Utah has resulted in the deaths of two individuals. L

Harris tells Dems to fight back, stop waiting for 'Republican epiphany' ahead of US midterm polls

US Senate approves bill allowing 100 per cent tariffs on India

The US Senate has approved a bipartisan bill allowing President Donald Trump to impose tariffs of up to 100 per cent on major buyers of Russian o

South Africa marks 70 years of historic Womens March against apartheid

South Africa marks 70 years since around 20,000 women marched to Pretoria in 1956 against apartheid-era pass laws. The historic protest remains a

Watch : Drop Shot Ep. 6 | Jaipur watches, Unsung Heroes, Kargils Ajay Ahuja & Bamboo-led lake restoration

In this weeks edition of Drop Shot, The Hindu Features brings you four stories from across India: Jaipurs heritage-inspired luxury watches, R. Ma

Outer Delhi Warriors Triumph Over Central Delhi Kings by 25 Runs in DPL 2026

New Delhi, August 9: In a thrilling encounter of the Delhi Premier League (DPL) 2026, the Outer Delhi Warriors showcased an impressive performanc

Jharkhand talks fail to end stir over alleged exam leaks

Talks between the Jharkhand government and student groups protesting alleged irregularities in recruitment exams failed to resolve the deadlock.

Turkey expects Egypt to join Saudi-Pakistan defence pact

Turkey's foreign minister anticipates Egypt joining a new regional defense agreement. Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Pakistan signed this pact to stab

Lobo Lobo and F20

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