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Trump resumes Iran port blockade and threatens strikes on energy targets

President Donald Trump reimposed a naval blockade on all Iranian ports. He threatened to strike power plants and bridges next week unless negotia

CM Naidu calls for reforms in business rules, faster governance through technology

Naidu instructs officials to constitute a committee to redraft the Business Rules and introduce reforms that would make governance more efficient

Ex-Columnist Receives $5.63 Million Owed By Trump In Sex Abuse case

The writer E. Jean Carroll has collected nearly $5.63 million from Donald Trump after a jury in 2023 found the US president liable for sexually a

Govt under fire for denying PwDs jobs

Meghalaya unit of the Association for Empowerment of Divyangjan threatens legal action for alleged violation of their rights SHILLONG, July 14: T

(Top) Meghalaya Nepali Sahitya Sammelan president and publicity secretary receive a commemorative award from Sikkim Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang in recognition of the organisations 25 years of service to Nepali language, literature and culture.

(Top) Meghalaya Nepali Sahitya Sammelan president and publicity secretary receive a commemorative award from Sikkim Chief Minister Prem Singh Tam

GH groups for separate voter rolls, codification of customary laws

TURA, July 14: Six prominent pressure groups from Garo Hills have submitted a joint memorandum to GHADC Chief Executive Member (CEM) Dhormonath S

PHE faces flak over unpaid salaries of muster roll workers

SHILLONG, July 14: The All Jaintia Muster Roll Workers and Labour Union has expressed strong resentment over the non-payment of salaries to muste

Stolen bikes found in WGH; three arrested

TURA, July 14: The police have arrested three persons and recovered three stolen motorcycles following a series of operations across West Garo Hi

Madhya Pradesh's UCC draft proposes registration of live-in couples

Madhya Pradesh's draft uniform civil code requires live-in relationship registration. Couples must formally cancel registrations when relationshi

UP Suspended Municipal Employee Dies By Suicide, Case Filed Against 5

According to police, 52-year-old Upendra Shankhdhar was a tax collector suspended in September last year in connection with an alleged Rs 30 lakh

Race against time to digitise voters list

SHILLONG, July 14: While Meghalaya has distributed nearly 85% of electoral enumeration forms, the state faces a race against time to digitise the

Satellite mapping to resolve NEs border disputes: Union Min

SHILLONG/NONGPOH, July 14: Satellite technology is now at the forefront of resolving the Northeasts volatile border disputes, with Union Minister

Pynter assault case: MHRC declines probe into death plaint

SHILLONG, July 14: The Meghalaya Human Rights Commission (MHRC) has declined to conduct an inquiry into a complaint filed by the father of deceas

War returns to West Asia, oil seesaws as Hormuz bleeds

The United States launched a third round of strikes on Iran. Iran retaliated by attacking US military bases in Jordan and Bahrain. Two Emirati oi

Trump Threatens To Hit Iran Power Plants, Bridges Next Week If No Deal

President Donald Trump told Fox News on Tuesday he would expand US strikes on Iran next week to target power plants and bridges if Tehran does no

Middle East crisis: Government lodges protest with Iran as sailor dies in fresh attacks

India summoned Iran's deputy chief of mission to protest recent attacks on commercial ships. One Indian seafarer tragically lost his life and two

On South China Sea, government backs tribunal ruling against Beijing

India supports freedom of navigation and lawful sea uses in the South China Sea. The Ministry of External Affairs responded to a joint statement

Give Muslims alternative site for namaz: Supreme Court to Dhar administration

The Supreme Court will hear challenges to a Madhya Pradesh High Court ruling on the Bhojshala complex. It declined to stay the order which declar

Passport just a document to regulate departure of citizens from India: MEA

The MEA clarified passport issuance follows the Passports Act, 1967. This document regulates departure of Indian citizens from India. Official so

Air India crash: Draft final report on Ahmedabad tragedy will be ready only by October, AAIB tells Supreme Court

The Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau informed the Supreme Court about the inquiry timeline. The complex investigation into the Air India cr

Vietnam boat survivor: Captain jumped, so did I

A survivor described the sudden Vietnam boat tragedy where the captain jumped overboard. He explained that only those who followed him into the w

Ram Temple corruption episode biggest proof of BJP govt. failure: U.P. Congress chief Ajay Rai

When it comes to taking credit for the temple, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and U.P. Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath are always at the forefront;

Need to relook if English can be considered an indigenous language: Supreme Court

The Supreme Court questioned English's indigenous status while refusing to halt the CBSE's three-language scheme. This policy aims to promote Hin

Major Reshuffle in Bihar Police: 22 DSP Officers Transferred

Patna, July 15: The Bihar government has announced a significant reshuffle in the state police service, transferring 22 officers holding the rank

Staines' killer Dara Singh to be released soon?

The Supreme Court has set August 19 as a deadline for Odisha to decide on Dara Singh's remission plea. Dara Singh, jailed since 2000, is seeking

Hydel project near China border gets green clearance

An expert panel recommended green clearance for the Naying hydro-electric project. This project will be built across the Siyom river in Arunachal

Psychology says people who get teeth braces after the age of 30 aren't insecure: What adult orthodontic treatment may reveal?

Psychology says people who get teeth braces after the age of 30 aren't trying to impress others. In many cases, the decision reflects self-care,

Nitin Gadkari: Ethanol a small share of sons' business, attacks motivated

Union minister Nitin Gadkari denied personal gain from the ethanol blending program. He stated that allegations of conflict of interest are polit

UK To Announce Midnight Social Media Curfew For Teenagers

Britain will introduce a default overnight curfew on social media apps for 16- and 17-year-olds, the government said, adding new restrictions for

Fake Silver row: Jammu court summons IO, seeks records

A Jammu court has ordered a crime branch officer to appear with case records. This follows objections raised over the agency's handling of a comp

Psychology says people who make payments, fill forms or do any other thing on the last day aren't simply lazy: What this behavior may reveal?

Psychology says people who make payments, fill forms or do any other thing on the last day aren't always careless or lazy. Psychology explains th

Florida Man Killed After Fleeing US Immigration Agents, 3rd Death In A Week

A man running from an encounter with immigration and other federal agents in Florida was struck and killed by a tractor trailer on Tuesday, autho

Japanese Mindset: Wabi-Sabi- The Japanese aesthetic philosophy that teaches you to find beauty in imperfection and live with less stress

Wabi-sabi is a Japanese philosophy that finds beauty in imperfection and impermanence. This mindset encourages acceptance of change and appreciat

Inter First-Year Student Attempts Suicide at KGBV in Narayanpet District

The circumstances that led to the alleged suicide attempt are yet to be established

Quote of the day by Friedrich Nietzsche: 'He who would learn to fly one day must first learn to stand and...' - inspiring quote by German philosopher and author of The Gay Science, Ecce Homo and The Antichrist teaches life lessons on learning, growth mindset and why success begins with small steps

Quote of the day by Friedrich Nietzsche: Friedrich Nietzsche's quote emphasizes patience and steady progress toward success. He used the metaphor

CM Revanth Reddy to Lay Foundation Stone for 60,000-Crore Amazon Data Centre

Amazon's 60,000-crore data centre project will begin at Bharat Future City.

DC Edit | Top Courts Intervention On Citizenship Issue Welcome

The apex court made it very clear it recognised the legitimate right of the state in ensuring that no person who is legally ineligible to be an I

Konda Surekha Meets Meenakshi Natarajan to Discuss Kadiyam Srihari Issue

Konda Surekha raised concerns with AICC in-charge Meenakshi Natarajan over Kadiyam Srihari's alleged interference.

'His Christmas joke sealed my Supreme Court confirmation!': Justice Kagan pays tribute to Graham

Vijay Launches Nalam TN Health Portal

Tamil Nadu was a kingdom of love, he said, adding that medicine was not just science by a service to humanity. By speaking kindly to patients doc

FIFA WC LIVE: Yamal's Goal Disallowed; Spain Make World Cup History | FRA 0-2 ESP

France vs Spain LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026 LIVE Updates: Spain are two goals up against France in the blockbuster World Cup semi-final encou

Three Policemen Arrested for Accepting Bribe in Bharuch

Bharuch, July 15: Three policemen stationed in Bharuch district, Gujarat, have been arrested by the Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) for allegedly ac

Governor Congratulates Indian Women Archers On World Cup Silver

In a message, the Governor said the trio's remarkable achievement was a matter of great pride for the nation.

Hyderabad DEO Releases Redrawn Assembly Constituency Correlation Maps to Assist Voters

Hyderabad DEO R.V. Karnan releases constituency correlation maps for voters ahead of the SIR process.

Phrase of the Day: Walking on Thin Ice- What does this English phrase mean? The expression we use when one wrong move could change everything

The phrase 'walking on thin ice' describes risky situations with serious potential consequences. This idiom originates from the literal image of

Devi Kar | How To Deal With Punishment In School, As Well As In Society At Large

I was extremely disturbed by the public reaction. Have we gone back to the days when punishment of criminals also served as entertainment? Acts l

Youth Congress Slams BJP's 'Silence' On NEET Leak, Demands Pradhan's Exit

Gowda accused the Centre and the National Testing Agency (NTA) of failing to ensure a fair and transparent examination process, forcing students

Rajendranagar Traffic Police Train School Bus Staff on Student Safety

Traffic police conducted a road safety awareness programme for school bus drivers and ayahs at Sri Vidyaranya International School.

'Farmers, Not Real Estate, Should Be Government's Priority': Vijayendra

Referring to the proposed second airport near Kanakapura, Vijayendra alleged that the government's priorities should not be tilted towards real e

Shikha Mukerjee | Amid UN Query, Can Govt Uphold Credibility Of SIR?

Why would clients come to the EC in future, from 141 countries for training of election officials, if it feels it is not answerable to the global

Japanese mindset of the day: 'Consistency is power' - this Japanese saying teaches life lessons on consistent effort, patience, persistence, how to achieve your goals and how small daily efforts lead to success over time

Japanese mindset of the day: Meaningful achievements are built through small, steady steps over time. This mindset encourages patience and persis

Ketan Agarwals Mother Writes To PM Modi, Seeks Swift Justice

The Agarwal family suffered two losses in less than a month. Ketans grandfather, Devichand Agarwal, who was unwell since the loss of his grandson

IIIT-H Helps Build AI That Bridges Info Gap Between Cancer Patients And Doctors

The platform currently supports eight Indian languages through text and voice using IIIT Hyderabads language technologies. It also includes a sym

Bonalu Tradition Traced to Centuries of Practice

Bonalu tradition dates back more than 2,300 years, historians say.

Why people put a wooden spoon across a boiling pot; the science behind the kitchen hack

A wooden spoon can briefly stop pots from boiling over by bursting bubbles. This kitchen hack works because wood is a porous material that releas

Cabinet likely to approve Rs 25,000 crore Ganga, Varuna corridors for Varanasi

The Union Cabinet is expected to approve two major elevated road projects in Varanasi. These projects, the Ganga and Varuna Corridors, will cost

RBI Governor Meets Bankers, Wants Them To Leverage AI, Enhance Customer Service

The meetings were chaired by the Governor, deputy governors and executive directors in charge of supervision, regulation, enforcement, consumer e

Students Protest Exam Delays at JITS

JITS students urged JNTUH to conduct pending exams and release results without delay.

US launches fresh strikes on Iran ahead of naval blockade as Hormuz tensions escalate

US-Iran war news: The United States initiated fresh military strikes against Iran on Tuesday. These strikes target capabilities allegedly used to

Quote of the Day by Johnny Depp: Love is one of the hardest words to say and one of the easiest to Inspiring lessons on trust, relationships, communication and why you should say what you feel before it's too late by the American actor known for his versatility and deep insights on life and human emotions

Quote of the Day by Johnny Depp: Johnny Depps quote, Love is one of the hardest words to say and one of the easiest to hear, explores the importa

Wholesale inflation hits record 9.9% in June on fuel, food prices

India's wholesale inflation surged to a record 9.9 percent in June. Fuel and power prices rose significantly, contributing most to this increase.

Statewide agitation in Haryana against parallel power licence,AgriDISCOMand smart meters

Quote of the Day by James Watt: Great discoveries are seldom made by those who... - Timeless life lessons on patience, hard work, quiet determination, endurance, innovation and why great success never comes overnight from the legendary steam engine innovator

Quote of the Day by James Watt offers more than inspiration. It reveals the timeless mindset behind every lasting achievement. James Watt transfo

Eatery in Kochi shut down after nearly 50 hit by suspected food poisoning

PM Modi helped prevent Putins tactical nuclear strike on Ukraine in 2022, claims Polish minister

Poland's foreign minister stated Prime Minister Modi influenced President Putin regarding nuclear weapons. He emphasized Modi's unique ability to

Indian Sandalwood Trees Going Extinct in AP Due to Illegal Felling Over Decades

Indian sandalwood has gone extinct in many forest pockets across the Rayalaseema region.

Man held on charge of attempted sexual assault in Perumbavoor

Posters of Akhilesh, Mulayam in skull caps spark SP-BJP war of words

PM Modi Gifts Bastar's Famous 'Dhokra' Art To New Zealand Counterpart Christopher Luxon

The bronze handicraft featured bright leaves shining on the branches of a tree, showcasing the intricacies of the Dhokra art.

Saudi, Houthis edge towards war as Middle East conflict spills over

Saudi Arabia and Yemen's Houthis are nearing renewed conflict after recent attacks. Houthi fighters claimed large-scale strikes on Saudi Arabia,

TVS Emerald inks Joint Development Agreement for four-acre land parcel in Noombal

A Dispute Revives: Tamil Nadu Day Is Nov 1 Or July 18

The same argument had been put forth that the formation day should be commemorated and not the date of christening by many politicians since 20

Former SCERT Director arrested over errors in Odisha textbooks

Acts and omissions resulted in the publication and distribution of erroneous textbooks, causing wrongful loss to the State exchequer of approxima

There cannot be presumption of children having influenced voter behaviour in Tamil Nadu, Election Commission tells Madras High Court

The poll body also agrees to examine the issue and frame guidelines, if necessary

US Halts Immigration Traffic Stops After 2 Fatal Shootings

US Immigration and Customs Enforcement has suspended the use of traffic stops to detain immigrants after two fatal shootings by ICE agents, accor

FIFA World Cup 2026: England face might of Messi's Argentina in World Cup semi-final

It is the first competitive meeting of the sides since the 2002 World Cup and the fixture conjures so many memories, from Diego Maradona and the

Heatwave conditions to prevail in parts of Tamil Nadu on July 15, says RMC

The maximum temperatures are expected to be above normal by 2 C to 4 C at isolated pockets over interior and coastal Tamil Nadu till July 16

AI founder says even a $300,000 salary in San Francisco left him stressed, moved to Argentina where rent is 10x cheaper and he's happier

Startup founder Koby Conrad moved his business to Buenos Aires, Argentina. He found a more affordable life and greater peace of mind there. Conra

Psychology says people who keep playing with their hair or setting it up after short intervals of time aren't always distracted: What this common habit may reveal?

Psychology says people who keep playing with their hair or setting it up after short intervals of time aren't always absent-minded or unintereste

T.N. food Minister Venkataramanan meets Union Food Minister Pralhad Joshi

Cops Grill Kabir For Inciting Speech Against BJP

In the morning, Mr Kabir appeared at the Rejinagar police station responding to its summons in a case in which he and some of his party workers w

How to adjust your parenting as your child grows, one age at a time

Parenting evolves as children grow, requiring adjusted approaches for each developmental stage. Infants need nurturing and a secure foundation fo

How to adjust your parenting as your child grows, one age at a time

Parenting evolves as children grow, requiring adjusted approaches for each developmental stage. Infants need nurturing and a secure foundation fo

Signal failure disrupts trains services on Beach-Tambaram and Chengalpattu corridor

AP: MEO-1 Association Seeks Self-drawing Powers

Simhachalam said it was inappropriate that gazetted MEO-1s, who head the Mandal Education Department, had been denied the facility while headmast

The disruptive rise of Indias new political generation

For decades, Indias political establishment spoke of youth as the future, but that future has arrived sooner than expected

Indias top brands scale a record high in value

The banking sector led by far with 20 names in the top 100 list. However, diversified groups, mostly legacy conglomerates, were far ahead in term

Indias top brands scale a record high in value

The banking sector led by far with 20 names in the top 100 list. However, diversified groups, mostly legacy conglomerates, were far ahead in term

India-U.S. defence technology ties big ambitions, little delivery

Meaningful defence technology collaboration continues to elude the United States and India

Steady in turbulence: On Indias Australia, New Zealand ties

India must build partnerships in this age of global turmoil