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Sanjay Nirupam Welcomes Mohan Bhagwats Dialogue with Gen Z

Nagpur, August 6: Sanjay Nirupam, spokesperson for Shiv Sena, expressed his views on RSS chief Mohan Bhagwats recent dialogue with Gen Z, the ong

Brijesh Sharma to Play for Jammu and Kashmir in Upcoming Domestic Season

New Delhi, August 6: Fast bowler Brijesh Sharma will represent Jammu and Kashmir in the upcoming domestic cricket season (2026-27). Hailing from

Brijesh Sharma to Play Next Domestic Season for Jammu and Kashmir

New Delhi, August 6: Fast bowler Brijesh Sharma will represent his home state of Jammu and Kashmir in the upcoming domestic cricket season (2026-

Telangana attracted 150 GCCs in last 20 months: IT Minister

Inaugurating JLL Business Services 1.20 lakh sq ft GCC in Hyderabad, Sridhar Babu says the States GCC strategy is designed to future-proof employ

Man booked by Madurai crime branch for cheating BJP general secretary

Nagapattinam Collector interacts with schoolchildren at monthly programme

Forty-five rare textiles tell the story of light at the inaugural exhibition of The Registry: Centre for Design

Commemorating 10 years of The Registry of Sarees, The Registry: Centre for Design debuts in a restored 1932 bungalow with Perched Upon a Woven Sk

SWR cancels day trains on Bengaluru-Mangaluru sector for a month in October

Services, however, will operate during the Navarathri/ Dasara festival season

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Mahua Moitra calls Amit Shah missing in action

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Tenure of coastal police wardens extended

These wardens were drawn from the fishing community and they had played an indispensable role in rescuing people from accidents at sea and during

Retain Coimbatore Mettupalayam MEMU rake for other regional routes

Cabinet clears 135.87 km Guwahati-Tezpur Corridor of NH-15 in Assam for 8,970 crore

The project includes the construction of five major bypasses, thereby easing congestion on stretches passing through densely populated areas such

IIM-T signs MoU with TradingView

Convene tri-States meet to solve Cauvery issue: NDC

Govt crackdown on AI deepfake: What are the new rules for social media platforms and AI content?

To ensure an open, safe, trusted and accountable cyberspace for users, the Central government has strengthened the regulatory framework to preven

Ukraine Strikes Russian Oil Refineries to Curb Funding for War, Says Zelensky

New Delhi, August 6: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has announced that the Ukrainian military executed a significant operation on Thursda

Chandigarh University Hosts Punjab's State-Level Orientation Workshop for National Children's Science Congress-2026

Chandigarh University Hosts Punjab's State-Level Orientation Workshop for National Children's Science Congress-2026

Hyderabad Kirana Merchants Association Reaffirms Clean Trade Commitment

Members were also advised to ensure strict compliance with all applicable food safety laws, maintain the highest standards of quality and hygiene

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Jharkhand Students Form Delegation for Talks with Government Amid Ongoing Protests

Ranchi, August 6: In response to ongoing protests against alleged irregularities in various recruitment exams, including JPSC and JSSC, students

Gauhati High Court seeks status quo on encroachment in Manas Tiger Reserve

One of the major encroachers is a seed farm under the Bodoland Territorial Councils Agriculture Department, the petition by green activist Rohit

Tamil Nadu Budget 2026: TN-SHORE project offers fillip to mangrove afforestation, restoration in Kanniyakumari

The mangrove ecosystem at Manakudy estuary is a vital ecological habitat, supporting a rich diversity of aquatic species while serving as a seaso

From Lalbagh to Sydney: Mavalli Tiffin Rooms to open its first restaurant in Australia

Bengalurus 100-year-old MTR restaurant is all set to brings its idlis and dosas to the Australian city. Hemamalini Maiya, the managing partner, g

OPINION | Zuckerberg apology: Power of India's law

The written apology tendered to the Government of India by Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg is a clear reflection of the power of Indian laws. Zuckerberg

Michelle Yeoh Bags Asian Filmmaker of the Year Honour at 31st Busan Festival

Yeoh began her screen career in Hong Kong action cinema with 'Yes, Madam!' (1985), followed by acclaimed performances in 'Police Story 3: Superco

Is Paneer on Your Plate Real? How to Identify Analogue Paneer and Understand Its Health Risks

Several states have started taking action against analogue paneer. Learn what analogue paneer is, how it differs from regular paneer, how to iden

KSRTC Bus Collides With Motorcycle In Belagavi; Three Killed

The accident occurred at Konnur town in Gokak taluk of Karnataka

Delhi Police Uncovers Telegram-Based Cyber Job Scam, Two Arrested

New Delhi, August 6: The Central District Cyber Police Station in Delhi has apprehended two cybercriminals from Rajasthan involved in a Telegram-

Cabbies, gig workers threaten indefinite strike in Hyderabad from August 8

The strike warning by gig workers and app-based drivers comes on the heels of autorickshaw drivers unions proposed strike on August 24

Farmers, TVK cadres welcome proposed College for Organic Agriculture near Kumbakonam

Karnataka explores partnership with Anthropic for governance, skilling and deep-tech growth

CM D.K. Shivakumar sought Anthropics expertise on how AI could help reduce fraud in government systems and improve the effectiveness, security an

Britain clears Paramount's $110 billion acquisition of Warner Bros

Britain has approved Paramount Skydance's significant acquisition of Warner Bros Discovery. The government cleared the deal after receiving stren

Registration of homoeopaths: HC orders Maharashtra resident doctors to call off stir immediately

Bombay High Court ordered resident doctors to immediately end their strike. The court expressed concern over the protest's impact on numerous hos

'Will you choose Trump or truth?': Sen. Booker goes off on Trump appointee at fiery Senate hearing

Ashwani Sharma Addresses Controversy Over Comments on Women in Punjab Assembly

Chandigarh, August 6: A significant uproar occurred in the Punjab Assembly on Thursday regarding alleged offensive remarks against women. Followi

Govt confident of Delimitation Bill passage, yet seeks Congress support after Rijiju-Rahul talks: Sources

For nearly three weeks after the Parliament remained paralysed, Kiren Rijiju again on Thursday spoke to Rahul Gandhi and the talks were held rega

Europe swelters as heat wave grips continent, Italy issues nationwide red alert

Italy issued its highest heat alert across major cities as Europe faced extreme weather. Record temperatures were recorded in Austria, while Fran

India women cricket team's South Africa tour expanded with three T20Is

Cricket South Africa has added a T20I series to India Women's tour. The revised itinerary now includes all three international cricket formats. T

Relief effort for flood-affected people in Kerala

Echo sentiments of Opposition to Home Minister: Rajya Sabha Chairman tells government

Thursday, August 6, saw a heated exchange between Leader of the Opposition and Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge and Union Parliamentary Affa

Minor girl held captive, sexually abused by Instagram friend in Nagpur; one held

The minor from Nagpur went missing on August 2; using technical information, police traced her location and rescued her; she has been admitted to

Karnataka Launches AI-Powered Digital Crop Survey Initiative

The programme integrates satellite imagery, artificial intelligence, drones and other advanced technologies with the state's existing Digital Cro

Jagtial: Class VII Girl Student Goes Missing From School

Basing on the CCTV footage, it is learnt that the missing girl changed her dress in the school, before leaving the premises. She left her books,

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Hockey India announces squad for AHF Women's Junior Asia Cup 2026

Hockey India has announced the junior women's team for the 2026 Asia Cup. The squad will compete in Moqi, China, from August 30 to September 13.

Karnataka Directs Gram Panchayats to Permit Only Eco-Friendly Clay Ganesh Idols

The direction comes ahead of the Ganesh festival on September 14

Quote of the Day by Meryl Streep: You can't strategize falling in love, can you? It's never worked... Life lessons on love, timing, authenticity, embracing uncertainty, trusting life's journey and why the best things cannot be planned by the legendary Hollywood actress

Quote of the Day by Meryl Streep explores the idea that love, meaningful opportunities and life's greatest moments cannot be carefully planned or

Tamil Nadu Budget launches CMs integrated urban mission to reshape cities in State by 2031

According to the Budget, the Mission will bring under one roof urban infrastructure, water supply, underground sewerage system, integrated solid

AISA launches nationwide 'Gen Z Rising' campaign after Jantar Mantar protest

AISA announced a nationwide outreach campaign called 'Gen Z Rising' starting August 7. National president Neha will tour several states to mobili

Chinese Proverb of the Day: The best time to plant a tree was 20 years ago. The second best time is ... A powerful reminder to start where you are and act today

A Chinese proverb emphasizes that the best time to act was yesterday, but today is the next best. Dwelling on past chances delays future progress

African Proverb of the Day: The key to a healthy body is Life lessons on healthy habits, lifestyle, daily routines, physical wellness, fitness and why why you should take care of your mental health

African Proverb of the Day highlights the meaning of The key to a healthy body is a good head. The saying emphasizes that good health begins with

Maharashtra govt announces Rs 10 lakh insurance cover for 1.6 lakh 'Govindas' ahead of Dahi Handi festival

Ahead of the annual Dahi Handi festival in Maharashtra, the Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis-led government has rolled out a comprehensive insura

Karnataka Govt, Anthropic Discuss Long-Term AI Partnership Across Key Sectors

Shivakumar, along with Minister for Electronics, IT/BT and Home Priyank Kharge, met the Anthropic delegation as part of the state's efforts to en

Jharkhand protestors form 11-member panel for talks with government over recruitment exam row

Jharkhand students protesting exam irregularities formed an 11-member delegation for government talks. The JPSC-JSSC Reforms Manch seeks cancella

Startup founder who earned Rs 30,000 now invests Rs 52 lakh in SIPs every month

A startup founder has revealed that he and his family invest Rs 52 lakh every month through mutual fund SIPs and now have a net worth of Rs 67 cr

CSIR-NAL Recruitment Alert: 89 Positions Available, Walk-In Interviews Starting August 10

Bengaluru, August 6: Exciting news has emerged for young job seekers preparing for government positions and awaiting vacancy announcements. The C

A Western diet could be feeding colon cancer through gut bacteria, new study reveals

New research reveals Western diets promote colon cancer through gut bacteria. These microbes convert bile acids into compounds that fuel tumor gr

Lok Sabha passes Bill to authorise Govt. to permit banks to levy charges on UPI transactions

The Taxation and other Laws (Amendment) Bill was passed without a debate due to persistent sloganeering by the Opposition over various issues

Rajya Sabha passes Appropriation No.3 Bill authorising Rs 54,067 crore excess spending for FY23

The Rajya Sabha approved the Appropriation Bill for excess spending. This bill covers expenditures from the financial year ending March 31, 2023.

Nilekani Task Force Is PM's Damage Control Exercise: Congress

The Modi government showed no political will or sincerity in implementing the Radhakrishnan Committee Report, he alleged.

Chetan Bhagat Joins Viral Trend Inspired by Anupam Kher

Mumbai, August 6: Renowned author Chetan Bhagat was seen following in the footsteps of actor Anupam Kher on Thursday. Known for captivating audie

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Cabinet clears 135.87 km Guwahati-Tezpur corridor of NH-15 in Assam: All about Rs 8,970 crore project

The Cabinet on Thursday (August 6) approved the development of 135.871 km, four-lane access-controlled Guwahati-Tezpur Corridor of NH-15 in Assam

Sensex climbs 374 points on buying in Reliance, ICICI Bank; Nifty ends flat

The 50-share NSE Nifty traded in a narrow range for the day and edged marginally higher by 11.35 points, or 0.05%, to end at 24,636; during the d

GD Naidus story should be part of the syllabus: Madhavan interview | GDN

Actor Madhavan has been fascinated by the life and times of Gopalsamy Doraisamy Naidu so much that he decided to showcase it on the big screen. T

Tamil Nadu Budget 2026: Law college, river projects, welfare schemes for Madurai

The new special government law college in Madurai is scheduled to open its doors in the 202728 academic year with an initial intake of 300 studen

Large firms to be net job losers, small businesses to drive employment: Nandan Nilekani

Nilekani argued that the future of the Indian economy lies in its millions of small businesses, which are more resilient to the disruptions cause

Amanat Kamboj Qualifies for Womens Discus Throw Final at U20 World Athletics Championship

Eugene, August 6: Indian thrower Amanat Kamboj has qualified for the womens discus throw final at the U20 World Athletics Championship, achieving

Delhi HC rejects wrestler Sushil Kumar's bail plea in Sagar Dhankar murder case

The Delhi High Court has dismissed Olympian wrestler Sushil Kumar's bail plea. This plea was related to the Sagar Dhankar murder case from May 20

Did reducing Jammu and Kashmir to a UT and abrogating its special status make a difference?

Analysis of available data show that the Union government has not delivered on its promise of wide-ranging transformation in Jammu and Kashmir

11 fishermen apprehended by Sri Lankan Navy near Needuntheevu islet

The 11 fishermen were fishing in a fibre boat, which was reportedly an unregistered trawler. The trawler developed a technical snag and went out

No proposal to blend ethanol with jet fuel, Aviation Minister Rammohan Naidu on claims made by Kejriwal

Civil Aviation Minister K Rammohan Naidu on Thursday rejected claims of ethanol blending in aviation turbine fuel (ATF). Naidu said there is no p

Bombay HC clarifies PoP idol immersion case limited to environmental impact

Court states litigation does not seek to interfere with religious practices; when the Bench asked the counsel if he could place any old Hindu scr

Kolkatas Elliot Park Unveils Natural Beauty as View-Blockers Removed

Kolkata, August 6: Following the directives of West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari, view-blockers have been removed from a popular public

Old, Unrelated Videos Falsely Linked to JPSC, JSSC Protests in Jharkhand

Both visuals are old and show videos taken during the CJP-led protests in Delhi.

MLA Sharanagowda Kandkur escorts rival Baburao Chinchansur during visit to Kadechur Badiyal Industrial Area in Yadgir

Mr. Kandkur was seen holding the hand of former minister Baburao Chinchansur while accompanying Medical Education Minister Sharan Prakash Patil t

Iran says Hormuz deal in 'final stage'

Iran has said a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz is in its final stage if the US doesn't obstruct it.

Passenger held for trying to open emergency exit on Kochi-bound flight

A passenger was detained by police after attempting to unlock an emergency exit. He also damaged the exit door's windowpane and intimidated fello

Rupee falls 16 paise to close at 95.24 against U.S. dollar

Forex traders said the rupee was pressured by a slight recovery in the U.S. dollar index and foreign fund outflows, even as lower crude oil price

Anmol Kharbs Journey Ends at Korea Masters, Tanvi Sharma Advances to Next Round

Seoul, August 6: Indias Anmol Kharb faced an early exit at the Korea Masters. In a challenging pre-quarterfinal match against Vietnams Olympian V

Soccer: FIFA governance debate set to outlive Morocco truce despite backing for Infantino

FIFA apologized for mistakes in a World Cup commercial rights proposal after member federations complained. A review will now be conducted before

Europes wildfires and the changing taste of French wine | The Climate Economy

From record-breaking wildfires and smoke taint to the earliest harvests in 600 years, climate change is directly threatening Frances celebrated w

Abaan Ahmed, son of slain gangster-politician Atiq Ahmed, dies in road accident: Read about his criminal history

Abaan Ahmed first came under the police scanner after the murder of Umesh Pal, the main witness in the 2005 murder case of Bahujan Samaj Party (B

Xbox Disc to Digital Programme: Microsoft's reported 'Positron' feature could let gamers convert physical discs into digital licenses. Check all details

Microsoft is reportedly preparing an Xbox Disc to Digital Programme for August 2026. This feature will let players convert physical game discs in

Sanjay Ghemawat, the Kota kid who spent decades at Google building large-scale computing, is now leaving to make an AI that can run thousands of experiments

Sanjay Ghemawat, the Google scientist who grew up in Kota, Rajasthan, is leaving the company after nearly three decades. Ghemawat helped build ke

From Rs 36 crore to Rs 180 crore: PM Modi's foreign travel bill jumps 5x since 2021

Tamil Nadus Chief Minister Unveils Inclusive Development Budget for 2026-27

Chennai, August 6: Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay congratulated Finance Minister N. Mari Wilson and Agriculture and Farmers Welfare Minister R.

After Chhattisgarh & Maharashtra, Gujarat Bans Analogue Paneer, Butter and Cheese

Gujarat government has banned the production and sale of substandard analogue paneer, butter, and cheese. Know why the ban was imposed and how an