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Former TMC Councillor Shailesh Roy Arrested in Ghazipur, Presented in Court

Mumbai, August 21: Shailesh Roy, a former TMC councillor from Ward 29 of the Howrah Municipal Corporation and a close associate of current Howrah

Welspun Corp Ltd up for five straight sessions

Welspun Corp Ltd is quoting at Rs 2344.9, up 16.94% on the day as on 12:44 IST on the NSE. The stock is up 163.59% in last one year as compared t

PVR Inox Ltd spurts 0.57%, up for five straight sessions

PVR Inox Ltd is quoting at Rs 1226.4, up 0.57% on the day as on 12:44 IST on the NSE. The stock is up 8.42% in last one year as compared to a 2.5

Preacher Awarded Four Death Sentences by POCSO Court in Tamil Nadu

When the case came up for hearing on Thursday, Special Court Judge K Suresh Kumar pronounced the capital punishment after finding the suspect gui

Imphal-Guwahati bus service resumes after more than three years

The movement of all communities on the arterial National Highway 2 is believed to pave the way for sustainable peace in Manipur

Imran Khan taken back to jail after hospital checks: Pakistan govt

Former PM Imran Khan has been shifted back to Adiala Jail from Islamabads Shifa International Hospital, where he was admitted for treatment follo

Iran dismisses U.S. threats on coordinated economic isolation

Mr. Araghchis comments came a few hours after Donald Trump threatened crushing economic measures against Iran on Thursday, August 20.

Hyderabad: ASI to examine

Hyderabad: The Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) here has called in for archaeologists to examine and excavate a tunnel that as discovered in

TG RERA orders Rs 42.2 lakh refund to Hyderabad plot buyers

Hyderabad: Telangana Real Estate Regulatory Authority (TG RERA) has directed a real estate consultancy firm to refund Rs 42.2 lakh to two Hyderab

Grace marks to Class 12 students facing CBSE OSM glitches may not be possible: Centre tells SC

The top court asked the government to file an affidavit detailing the remedial measures taken following the spotting of irregularities in the On-

Nivin Pauly returns in light-hearted romance Bethlehem Kudumba Unit

The actor calls his Onam release Bethlehem Kudumba Unit a simple, breezy love story ideal for the festival season

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Toll-free number for prohibited lands receives 400 calls

Hyderabad: The toll-free number set up for registering grievances regarding prohibited lands in Telangana has received 400 calls in three days si

Kochi-based animation director and 3D artist has collaborated with artistes like J Cole, Post Malone and Ye

Akshay Anand has worked with some of the best known names in the music industry

National Medals For Telugu Swimmers Varshith, Pavani And Yagna

Telangana swimmer Varshith Dhulipudi and Pavani Sarayu Nadakuditi and Yagna Sai Mongam of Andhra Pradesh won bronze medals at the 52nd Junior Nat

India vs Afghanistan T20 Series to Get a Broadcast Upgrade With World Cup-Style Production Technology

Cricket fans following the upcoming India-Afghanistan T20 series could be in for a significantly different viewing experience. The three-match co

Australia's Mike Hussey Open to Joining England as Test Batting Coach For Ashes

Hussey has had an informal approach from England's new red-ball coach Stephen Fleming, the duo having spent 15 years as team-mates and then coach

Asim Munir calls Baloch militants foreign-sponsored proxies

Asim Munir calls Baloch militants foreignsponsored proxies

Mumbai air-hostess raped by saree-clad man posing as transgender claiming to ward off 'evil eye'

A 30-year-old man was arrested after allegedly posing as a transgender person and wearing a sari to enter a 25-year-old air-hostesshome in Mumbai

BMW X1 LWB launched in India at Rs 49.90 lakh

BMW X LWB launched in India at Rs lakh

AC Cooling Tips: Should You Keep the Ceiling Fan On With the Air Conditioner? Here's What Works Best

During hot and humid weather, an air conditioner can make indoor spaces much more comfortable. The need for cooling can become particularly notic

The time when Travancore said no to longer Onam holidays in Keralam

In 1930s, Travancore Sri Mulam Assembly faced demands to extend Onam public holidays to 10 days, contrasting with the 11-day Christmas-New Year b

President approves Gallantry Medal for former cop who killed 2 dacoits in 2003

In a significant update, the Centre has informed the Supreme Court about the President's Medal granted to Vivek Singh Chouhan, honoring his extra

Anil Kapoor Celebrates the Return of 1942: A Love Story with Fans

Mumbai, August 21: Director Vidhu Vinod Chopras film 1942: A Love Story has made a comeback in theaters with a restored 8K version, 32 years afte

Veteran Odia Singer Pranab Patnaik Passes Away at 88

Eminent Odia playback singer Pranab Patnaik passed away on Friday at the age of 88, breathing his last at his residence in Bhubaneswar. Patnaik w

Supreme Court reduces three-year mandatory legal practice to one year for the entry-level judicial exam

The court said that such candidates, upon selection, will be appointed only as trainee judicial officers for one year, and they would have to und

Rahul Gandhi stages sit-in outside Delhi police station over student protest FIR

Rahul Gandhi protested outside a Delhi police station on Friday. He alleged police refused to register his complaint regarding student protests.

Shweta Tiwari questions Raj Thackeray supporter over online abuse

Mumbai: Popular television actress Shweta Tiwari has strongly condemned the growing culture of online abuse after allegedly receiving degrading m

Man arrested in Chennai for sending bomb threat emails taken into custody by Madurai police

Sarath Subramanian Shankar, who had been working in the U.S., has been accused of sending more than 1,500 bomb threat emails between 2023 and 202

Some groups indulge in 'anti-national activities' on Jadavpur University campus: West Bengal minister Dilip Ghosh

West Bengal minister Dilip Ghosh has spoken out against the rise of anti-national activities on the campus of Jadavpur University, advocating tha

Finance Course Fees and Career Outcomes: Zell Education Shares Student Insights

Why finance students are weighing course fees against salaries, placements, ROI, and global career prospects

The first quest

Rama and Lakshmana accompany Sage Vishwamitra and learn about manipulation of Natures laws.

China deploys naval fleet with 700 personnel near strategic Red Sea gateway, Suez Canal; amid Pakistan's push for Somalia defence pact

China has sent its 49th naval escort fleet to the Gulf of Aden as African countries prepare a regional task force against piracy and armed robber

Arvind, Anirudh, Ashish, Chandra And Charan Shine In Cricket League

Jai Hanuman produced the standout batting performance of the Hyderabad Cricket Associations A Division League Eliminator, reaching 439/9 in 90 ov

HDFC Bank raises $1.75 bn through overseas bond issue to fund business

HDFC Bank has raised USD 1.75 billion through overseas bonds to fund its business growth. HDFC Bank , acting through GIFT City Branch, has comple

Integrated services firm stock hits fresh 52-week high, in focus post fundraising announcement

Shares of integrated services firm GACM Technologies have been in the action despite market volatility. The stock has hit the upper circuit for t

India needs the impatience of its youth, but relevance has no retirement age: Smriti Irani

Carlsberg India sees high H1 volume, IPO advances

Nifty above 24,200 level; realty shares in demand

At 12:30 IST, the barometer index, the S&P BSE Sensex gained 48.27 points or 0.06% to 77,585.99. The Nifty 50 index jumped 13.45 points or 0.05%

Where Chennai falls in love: The hidden Adyar park where you lose yourself

This hidden park and wooded walkway by the Adyar River is perfect for walks and conversations, making it a quiet date spot in Chennai

Vedanta Aluminium shares rise 2% as firm expands automotive portfolio with two advanced alloys. Whats ahead?

Vedanta Aluminium Metal shares gained more than 2% after the company launched two advanced offerings under its Primary Foundry Alloy range for hi

Economic growth may beat RBIs 6.7% forecast, Gupta says

Guptas optimistic outlook highlights strong economic resilience, with forecasts of 7.5% growth driven by favorable external accounts and rising f

Australia Announces Playing XI for Second Test Against Bangladesh

New Delhi, August 21: Australia has revealed its playing XI for the second and final Test against Bangladesh, starting Saturday in South Mackay.

IIFL Finance soars 8%, hits new high on huge volume; what's driving stock?

Gold-backed loans expanded rapidly in recent years, benefiting from tighter industry underwriting standards for unsecured loans, said Fitch Ratin

Gold Futures Rise Rs 1,432 To Rs 1.60 Lakh Per 10 Grams

Fresh positions by speculators amid firm spot demand lifted gold prices in futures trade.

Augmont Enterprises IPO opens with 38% GMP: Apply or avoid?

Jewelry and bullion platform Augmont Enterprises has opened its initial public offering (IPO) for subscription today. The three-day bidding windo

Will Smriti Irani challenge Rahul Gandhi in 2029? Heres what she said | ET WLF 2026

Volkswagen's new sub-4-metre SUV has an old India story to live up to

Volkswagens new submetre SUV has an old India story to live up to

The Terminal List Season 2 Teaser : Chris Pratt, Constance Wu and Taylor Kitsch Starrer The Terminal List Season 2 Official Teaser

The Terminal List Season 2 : Watch the Official teaser from english Web series 'The Terminal List Season 2' starring Chris Pratt, Constance Wu an

TNEA 2026: Over 68,000 get tentative allotments in third round of counselling

The students have been instructed to confirm their seats using the proper confirmation option by 5 p.m. on Saturday (August 22)

Can protest be dialogue?

Protests should be aimed at engaging with fellow citizens because living together as a society requires mutual respect and dialogue

Apple Watch flags heart problem in athlete who had no idea he was sick and needed surgery

Apple Watch flags heart problem in athlete who had no idea he was sick and needed surgery

Madras Day: Three actors share their favourite Chennai food memories

Three actors, three journeys and a city full of flavours. For Madras Day, Nalini Nair, Nassar and Pasupathy dig into their food memories from be

Is TCS tracking employee laptops? What TCS says, explained in 5 points

Is TCS tracking employee laptops What TCS says explained in points

Why Jefferies Chris Wood sees gold as the second-best hedge amid Iran war and fiscal risks

Jefferies Christopher Wood sees gold as the second-best hedge for investors amid rising geopolitical and fiscal risks linked to the Iran conflict

9 Crore Cash Seized in Bengalurus Electronic City, Gold Trader Detained

Bengaluru, August 21: Income Tax officials seized approximately 9 crore in cash from a car registered in Kerala near the Veerasandra signal in Be

What is Lobular breast cancer? New Zealand comedian Jaquie Brown reveals breast cancer diagnosis in Instagram post; heres what we know so far

Jaquie Brown, the renowned comedian from New Zealand, has disclosed that she is battling breast cancer. Following a mastectomy necessary due to i

Canada's Fairfax may get 2 years to consolidate holdings for IDBI Bank deal, sources say

The Canadian investor is likely to be given up to two years to either sell its stake in CSB Bank or merge it with IDBI Bank, sources said

Competent women face character attacks: Smriti Irani

Online Auto Association President Apologises for Master Canteen Violence

Days after the violent clashes at Master Canteen Square, Online Auto Association President Dinabandhu Nayak has broken his silence, issuing a pub

WebQoof Recap: Of Misinformation Surrounding PM Modi, Donald Trump and More

Read our recap to find the viral pieces of fake news we fact-checked this week!

The one poetic scene from Awarapan 2 that's bigger than the film and Emraan Hashmi

The one poetic scene from Awarapan thats bigger than the film and Emraan Hashmi

Billionaire investor Bill Ackman and his wife donate $400 million for brain research after their 26-year-old daughter suffers massive brain haemorrhage spending weeks in coma

Billionaire Bill Ackman and wife Neri Oxman have pledged $400 million to launch the Ackman Oxman Institute, a brain research and rehabilitation c

Congress demands immediate review of anti-people E20 policy

Party cites rise in sugar, jaggery and food prices; flags concerns over vehicle mileage and consumer choice

NTA Clarifies Objection Process for Answer Keys: Key Insights

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has clarified its process for students to challenge answer keys, emphasizing fairness and transparency. A valid

Mere Desh Ke Jawan Bhai, Maaf Kar Do: Ladakh Tourist Apologises After We Are Gen Z Outburst

Ladakh tourist apologises after viral Gen Z rant, saying frustration over hours-long road closure triggered remarks.

TN Farmers Association Demands Bridge Linking Kudikadu-Ramanallur

The Tamil Nadu Cauvery Farmers Protection Association has appealed to CM Vijay to take steps to construct a bridge connecting Kudikadu in Thanjav

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Rahul Gandhi at Parliament Street police station to lodge complaint

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A Nigerian folktale about a tortoise and a drum

Deepinder Goyal reveals new Temple and you can pre-order it

Deepinder Goyal revealed his experimental Temple wearable is now significantly smaller. This device tracks cerebral blood flow and neurological m

Bangladesh Faces IMF Loan Setback Due to Delays in Reforms and Climate Measures

Dhaka, August 21: Bangladesh is currently facing a setback in securing a loan from the International Monetary Fund (IMF). The IMF has decided to

India composite PMI rises to 54.6 in August from July's 52-month low: HSBC

Expansion in private sector activity, however, remains second-weakest since March 2022

Amit Shah reaches Siliguri, set to review border security

Union Home Minister Amit Shah arrived in Siliguri for a three-day visit to West Bengal. He will attend inauguration and foundation-laying ceremon

The power of productive struggle in Maths learning

Instead of rushing to rescue students from difficult questions,especialy in Maths education, teachers can turn struggle into a powerful learning

Hundia Infosolutions targets 20% revenue from newly launched peripherals brand by FY29

The company expects the brand to scale meaningfully from FY27 as the product portfolio widens into a broader performance ecosystem

Himachal signs MoU with ISB to unlock 22,600 crore forest economy potential

Five-year partnership focuses on science-backed governance, community enterprises and sustainable bio-resource utilisation

Walchandnagar Industries shares rise 2% on Rs 30.53 crore order from Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre

Walchandnagar Industries shares rose on Friday after the company secured a Rs 30.53 crore order from Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre for fabricating

Smriti Irani recalls campaigning with her two-month-old baby

Army Public School Wins the Hyderabad Edition of TCS InQuizitive 2026

The flagship quiz initiative from TCS brings together young minds from across India, challenging them to think critically, embrace innovation, an

IndiGo website faces glitch during booking, second disruption this week

The cause of the outage was not immediately clear

Oppo, OnePlus Hike Smartphone Prices: Why Phones Are Getting More Expensive

Oppo and OnePlus have revised prices of several smartphones in India as rising memory costs affect manufacturers. Here are the models that have b

SC reduces entry-level judicial exam requirement

Virohan Launches a New Learning Initiative Voices of Service at Padma Health Conclave 2026

New Delhi [India], August 21: Virohan, a leading healthcare education company working at the intersection of academia, industry, and workforce de

Charter Plane Crash Kills Eight Near Remote Radar Site In Western Alaska, Military Says

The crash happened at Cape Newenham Long Range Radar Site Airport, approximately 450 miles west of Anchorage, Alaska, on Thursday.

Gold price prediction: Gold is rally, but should you buy? Check August 21, 2026 outlook

P. Chidambaram Advocates No Changes to Lok Sabha and Tamil Nadu Parliamentary Seats

New Delhi, August 21: Congress Rajya Sabha member and former Union Minister P. Chidambaram recently shared his views on Lok Sabha delimitation vi

When does EPF stop earning interest? EPFO explains rules for inoperative accounts

When does EPF stop earning interest EPFO explains rules for inoperative accounts