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Google picks 20 AI startups for 2026 Play Accelerator India cohort

Google has selected 20 AI-powered Indian startups for its 2026 Google Play Accelerator India, offering three months of equity-free mentorship on

Indias Data Center Projects Expected to Create 433,000 Jobs by 2030: Report

New Delhi, August 3: A report released on Monday indicates that Indias rapidly expanding data center projects could serve as a foundation for sig

Outcome-first AI: redesigning enterprise service delivery at scale

By Gayatri Guha When EY GDS Partner Tanu Garg took the stage at DevSparks Bengaluru 2026, she challenged one of the most common assumptions about

SC to Hear Challenges to Transgender Persons Amendment Act on Aug 17

The senior lawyer said the National Portal for Transgender Persons, through which individuals obtain their identity cards, had become non-functio

CS Meets World Bank Team to Discuss Digital Initiatives in Telangana

The Chief Secretary also directed officials to expedite T-Fiber works and ensure quality digital services reach every citizen

Five of Family Killed in Multi-Vehicle Crash Near Madurai

The Chennai-bound car was completely crushed under the impact of the collision. Five occupants of the vehicle died on the spot

Thai Woman Arrested in Kolkata Spa for Illegal Stay in India

Kolkata, August 3: A Thai woman has been arrested at a spa in Kolkata for residing in India without valid documents. The Kolkata police announced

Is This Jungle Raj?: Jagan Slams Naidu over Politics of Vendetta

The YSRCP chief questioned the recent midnight police raids and arrests of party leaders, specifically highlighting the case of Alur MLA Virupaks

In 1825, a French man's accidental lamp fuel spill laid the foundation for modern dry cleaning; here's how 'French cleaning' spread from Paris in 1845 to the rest of the world

A 19th-century household accident in France involving lamp fuel revealed that non-water solvents could effectively remove stains from fabric. The

From reels to real violence: How social media is reshaping crime

Online platforms increasingly fuel real-world violence, especially among young people. The pursuit of digital validation shapes criminal behavior

DeepSeek's V4-Flash is The Cheapest Well-Known AI Model To Run: Report

DeepSeek officially released its V4-Flash model on Friday, its latest attempt to regain momentum by doing what it is best known for - offering ul

NEET aspirants stage silent protest in Visakhapatnam seeking end to caste-based reservation

Participants wore black ribbons across their mouths at the Gandhi statue; State convener S.L.N. Vasu sought a periodic review of the reservation

A river otter attacked a mother and toddler at a Washington marina. Their family just got a $350,000 settlement

A river otter attacked a toddler at Bremerton Marina in Washington in September 2024, dragging the child into the water before biting his mother.

Naren Tamhane: From Bowler to Wicketkeeper, A Journey of Cricketing Destiny

Mumbai, August 3: Former Indian wicketkeeper-batsman Naren Tamhane began his career as a bowler. By chance, he became a wicketkeeper and carved o

Indias Coal Production from Captive and Commercial Mines Sees 9.6% Increase in July

New Delhi, August 3: Indias coal production from captive and commercial mines rose by 9.6% year-on-year in July, reaching 14.78 million tons (MT)

Keshav Maharaj Credits Sourav Ganguly for Pretoria Capitals' SA20 Final Run

Pretoria Capitals captain says the strong team culture built with head coach Sourav Ganguly laid the foundation for the franchise's successful Se

Madras High Court refuses to quash FIR against former DMK MLA L. Idhayavarman

Justice G.K. Ilanthiraiyan directs Mamallapuram police to complete the investigation in a case registered against him for having caused damage to

Sparsha Darshan at Srisailam only at night on Saturdays, Sundays and Mondays

Executive Officer M. Srinivasa Rao said the change had been made for the convenience of general devotees; dignitaries have been asked to send rec

Supreme Court to hear all pleas against Transgender Persons Amendment Act on August 17

The Supreme Court will hear challenges to the Transgender Persons Amendment Act on August 17. The court expressed concern for transgender individ

Toll Brothers sued: Michigan woman claims luxury housing project could block access to her land, harm environment

A Michigan woman is suing Toll Brothers over a luxury housing development. She claims the project will block her property access and harm the env

Cauvery Dispute: Tamil Nadu Seeks SC Direction to Enforce Water Release

According to an official release, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay instructed the State government to approach the Supreme Court after K

ideaForge secures Rs 151 Cr from govt's RDI scheme to develop its autonomous drone YETI

ideaForge will use the funding to support its heavy-lift autonomous aerial platform YETI.

Why is Pakistan-occupied Kashmir rocked by protests? | Explained

What is the political relationship between Islamabad and PoK? What has India said about the Rawalakot protests?

Will the emperor show his degree?: CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke counters RTI probe on X

Tamil Nadu files petition in Supreme Court seeking Cauvery water

It sought a direction to Karnataka to release the proportionate share of 26.954 thousand million cubic feet (tmc ft.)

Nepal Appeals to India for Recognition of National Identity Card for Cross-Border Travel

Kathmandu, August 3: Nepal has formally requested the Indian government to recognize its National Identity Card (NID) as a valid travel document

Telangana is progressing to compete with developed nations: Bhatti

Telangana is being developed to compete not just with other Indian states but with developed nations globally, and urged NRIs to come forward and

'Not too fussed': Aiden Markram opens up on vacant captaincy spot at Lucknow Super Giants ahead of IPL 2027

The IPL (Indian Premier League) 2027 season is looming on the horizon; the 20th edition of the tournament will see the 10 sides battling it out f

Statues of the Buddha and N.T. Rama Rao unveiled at Parasam village

The Minister and Nellimarla MLA Lokam Naga Madhavi unveiled the statues in Vizianagaram district; Ms. Madhavi said two roads would be built at a

Important Update for Pavagadh Devotees: Ropeway Service Suspended Till August 8

Pavagadh Mahakali Temple ropeway service will remain closed until August 8 due to maintenance and technical checks. Devotees are advised to plan

Akanksha Chaudhary Accuses Shreya Kalra of Fabricating Narratives Post Lock Up 2

Mumbai, August 3: The reality show Lock Up 2 is nearing its finale, and as the end approaches, past arguments and controversies among contestants

Multiple schools in Delhi receive bomb threats; police say nothing suspicious found

Teams of the Delhi Police, bomb disposal squads, dog squads and the Delhi Fire Services rushed to the schools after the threats were reported

Science Snapshots: August 2, 2026

Three recent important research developments, all readable in one minute

Leos Pizzeria: Ten years of serving authentic Italian pizzas in the capital

Restauranteur Amol Kumar started out just hoping to survive one year; a decade later he has earned global accolades and is eyeing expansion acros

Cauvery Dispute: Tamil Nadu moves Supreme Court against Karnataka over water release

The Tamil Nadu government on Monday moved the Supreme Court seeking directions to ensure the release of Cauvery water to the State, following the

Sangareddy: Couple Absconds After Rs 2 Crore Chit Fund Scam

Following complaints from the victims, police registered a case against the couple and have launched a search operation to trace their whereabout

Repayment of principal and interest of loans continue to impact Telangana finances

Expenditure due to payment of pensions, proposed pensions to patients suffering with some ailments will further add to Telanganas financial burde

CM Mann inaugurates two 'Schools of Eminence' in Ludhiana

Snabbit says it has surpassed 1,15,000 jobs a day

Snabbit says the milestone reflects rising demand for app-based home services amid growing competition in the sector.

House of the Dragon Season 3 Episode 7 leaves fans stunned; many call it 'best episode yet' | See X reactions

The rush towards the House of the Dragon season 3 finale has just heated up because of several twists made by episode 7. Released on Monday, the

Supreme Court directs MEA to trace Indian seafarer missing after Black Sea drone attack

Court urges diplomatic action to locate Deepak Kumar Gupta, who vanished during a drone strike on his vessel, as family pleads for urgent governm

2 Bangladeshis among 3 Held in Adilabad for Committing Burglaries

The Bangladeshi nationals entered India illegally and obtained a fake Aadhaar card: Police

Cauvery issue: Udhayanidhi leads DMK demonstration in Thanjavur; calls TVK-led government incompetent

The DMK demanded measures to stop Karnatakas proposed Mekedatu balancing reservoir project, the complete waiver of farmers loans, and the declara

Congress workers protest against ethanol-blended fuel outside Gadkari's Nagpur home; several detained

On Monday, Youth Congress activists took to the streets in Nagpur to protest against E20 fuel, seeking to march to the home of Union Minister Nit

Aluminum foil trick: How to sharpen your dull kitchen knife in 7 steps

Think your kitchen knife has lost its edge? This simple aluminum foil hack may help improve the performance of a slightly dull blade. Here's how

CJP founder reflects on 'biggest achievement' of Delhi stir, lists outfit's priorities and strategy

He ruled out immediate electoral politics, saying the group aims to function as a public pressure movement, and pledged to continue supporting st

Sanjay Raut slams RSS over CJP protest anti-constitutional remark

This protest should not be viewed merely from a political perspective or simply as anti-BJP, RSS leader Atul Limaye said

Bill to increase Supreme Court judges passed by Lok Sabha without debate; House adjourned for day

The Lok Sabha passed a bill to increase Supreme Court judges without debate. Opposition members raised slogans against NEET paper leaks and templ

Strengthening Trade Ties: India, France, and Arab Nations Forge Strategic Agreements

New Delhi, August 3: Indias leading industry body, Assocham, has signed strategic agreements with Business France and the India-Arab Commerce, In

'Neither officer using excessive force, nor criminal protester should be protected': SC

The Supreme Court stated police using excessive force and hardened criminals will not be protected. States can withdraw FIRs against students fro

India is Still Clutching Hard: 72% of Used Car Buyers Pick Manual, but the Under 35 Buyers are Switching

Ask most Indian car buyers whether they want a manual or an automatic and the answer is still the clutch pedal. Manual gearboxes account for 72 p

Govt introduces Bankers' Books Evidence, Indian Statistical Institute Bills in Lok Sabha

The government is replacing a colonial-era law with one that seeks to preserve access to banking evidence while protecting banks from unnecessary

Congress workers detained while protesting E20 fuel outside Gadkari's residence: Watch

Pakistan deploys hundreds of China-made SH-15 155mm howitzers along India border: Report

Pakistan has deployed Chinese SH-15 artillery guns along its India-facing formations. These 155mm guns enhance Pakistan's conventional firepower

U.S. Consuls Gather in New Delhi to Strengthen Bilateral Ties

New Delhi, August 3: U.S. consuls from various metropolitan areas across India convened in New Delhi. They were welcomed by Sergio Gore, the U.S.

'Govt will have to bow down': Jharkhand students intensify protest over JPSC, JSSC irregularities

The Jharkhand Crime Investigation Department (CID), which is probing alleged irregularities in the 14th JPSC Civil Services Preliminary Examinati

Attack on ED officials: Kerala HC grants bail to 9 accused

Justice Kauser Edappagath allows the bail, with conditions, reasoning that the accused have been in remand for more than 60 days and they have no

India's Factory Activity Slows to Nearly 5-Year Low in July: HSBC PMI

India's manufacturing growth weakened in July as domestic demand slowed, pushing the HSBC Manufacturing PMI to its lowest level in nearly five ye

'Pulled the Dead Fish Out by Hand': Pollution is Threatening Kashmir's Springs

The Beehama spring's sudden collapse has come to symbolise a broader crisis unfolding across Kashmir.

Old Visuals Falsely Shared as Those of New Ongoing Protests at Jantar Mantar

None of the visuals being shared show an ongoing protest at Delhi's Jantar Mantar as on 3 August.

Opposition Demands Extension of Monsoon Session in Uttar Pradesh Assembly

Lucknow, August 3: The Monsoon session of the Uttar Pradesh Assembly commenced on Monday, but political tensions surrounding its duration continu

Thousands brave the Himalayas for the sacred Kailash parikrama

Around 24,000 pilgrims have visited Mount Kailash in Chinas Tibet Autonomous Region since May this year.

Watch: From paper leaks to a Gen Z movement: How Jantar Mantar changed Indian politics

What began as outrage over examination paper leaks soon evolved into one of the most significant youth-led movements in recent years.

Quote of the day by King Charles III: 'I'm a dangerous person because...': Inspiring life lesson on courage, compassion & standing up for what truly matters

King Charles Quotes: King Charles III's quote highlights the importance of caring deeply about issues that matter. He suggests that people who ge

Nationwide Blackout Hits Cuba Amid U.S. Sanctions and Power Plant Failures

Havana, August 3: A nationwide blackout has once again struck Cuba, according to the National Electric Union. The union announced on social media

Govt tables Bankers' Books Evidence Bill 2026 in Lok Sabha

A new bill was introduced in the Lok Sabha to update banking evidence laws. This legislation will recognize digital and virtual bank records as a

Jammu and Kashmir Government Approves 10.95 Crore for Religious Site Restoration in Anantnag

New Delhi, August 3: The Jammu and Kashmir government has approved 10.95 crore for the preservation and enhancement of essential religious sites

Popular Contestant Eliminated From Lock Upp Season 2: Details Inside

Shivangis elimination came as a huge shock to both the contestants and the viewers.

Disputed tax demand down Rs 16,690 cr since hike in monetary limit for filing appeals, LS told

Higher monetary limits for tax appeals have reduced disputed tax demand by about 16,690 crore, with over 23,000 departmental cases withdrawn or n

States can close or withdraw FIRs against students who participated in NEET protests: Supreme Court

The Supreme Court clarified that governments can withdraw FIRs against NEET protesters. This applies to students without grave criminal anteceden

New Ministers in Karnataka Cabinet Meet Siddaramaiah Ahead of Oath Taking

Earlier in the day, the Congress high command approved the expansion of the DK Shivakumar-led Karnataka Cabinet, clearing the names of 20 ministe

Dowleswaram: Godavari Flood Eases, Alert Continues For Riverine Villages

The APSDMA has said that the intensity of the Godavari flood at the Dowleswaram Barrage in East Godavari district has eased slightly, though peop

Wrestlers will file appeal against decision to acquit Brij Bhushan: Vinesh Phogat

Vinesh Phogat announced wrestlers will appeal Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh's acquittal. A Delhi court cleared the former WFI chief and Vinod Tomar o

Uttar Pradesh Transitions from Local to Global Economic Hub: Piyush Goyal

New Delhi, August 3: Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal stated on Monday that under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi

Jason Sanjay Shares Thoughts on Father Vijays Political Milestone

The film co-stars Sundeep Kishan and Faria Abdullah.

7 easy hacks to peel hard-boiled eggs without making a mess

Peeling hard-boiled eggs doesn't have to be a struggle. From using an ice bath to peeling under running water, these seven simple kitchen hacks c

Justice M.S. Liberhan, who headed Babri Masjid inquiry commission, passes away

Justice Liberhan began his legal practice at the Punjab and Haryana High Court in 1964; he was elected to the Punjab and Haryana Bar Council in A

Imtiaz Ali Reflects on Nostalgia with Bobby Beauty Parlor

Mumbai, August 3: Imtiaz Ali is a prominent filmmaker in Hindi cinema, known for his unique portrayal of love, relationships, and the often-overl

Kerala rains: CM Satheesan announces emergency preparations in Pathanamthitta to tackle flood situation

CM claims delay in receiving timely forecasts from IMD created difficulties during initial hours of extreme rainfall as Kerala relies primarily o

Congress names 10 new faces in Karnataka Cabinet expansion

Ministers to be sworn in later this evening at Lok Bhavan

Why Indias top couturiers are betting on Hyderabad, Chennai, Bengaluru and beyond

At the Hyundai India Couture Week 2026, Anamika Khannas Hyderabad opener highlighted how couture must engage more closely with consumers beyond D

Taslima Nasreens Statement Sparks Controversy Over Indias Partition

Kolkata, August 3: Bangladeshi writer and activist Taslima Nasreen, who returned to Kolkata after two decades, recently commented on India-Bangla

SC to Hear Govt's Challenge to Madras HC Order on Thirupparankundram Hill Lamp

The top court tagged Tamil Nadu's plea with the pending matter and adjourned it

Iran rejects Trump's claim, says military on high alert as efforts to revive U.S.-Iran deal continue

The U.S. President said he will order American forces to hold off on new strikes against Iran, claiming West Asia allies had reached the paramete

Iran denies talks with US underway after Trump comments

After saying over the weekend that he would halt planned new attacks on Iran, the US president said a fresh round of talks to end to the war woul

States Can Withdraw FIRs Against NEET Protesters: SC

Top court clarifies relief applies only to students without antecedents involving grave and heinous offences.

CM Yogi Adityanath Emphasizes Urgent Action Against Criminals and Public Grievances

Lucknow, August 3: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath prioritized public service on the first Monday of Sawan, balancing religious ritu

Death toll rise to 15 in suicide attack at police station in Pakistan

The blast occurred near sensitive government buildings during a public demonstration, prompting security forces to seal off the area and launch a

Indian businesses still rely on manual invoicing despite digital adoption: Study

Nearly seventy percent of businesses still struggle with manual invoice processing. This remains the biggest accounting challenge for Indian smal

Chinese proverb of the day: 'To talk much and arrive nowhere is the same as climbing a tree to catch a fish' A timeless lesson on making wise decisions to achieve your goals and solve problems

Chinese proverbs emphasize purposeful action and wise direction for achieving goals. Talking about goals without action is like climbing a tree t