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NCP Demands Apology from Congress for Dumb Doll Remark Against Sunetra Pawar

Mumbai, August 5: The Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) staged a vigorous protest on Wednesday in front of the statue of Mahatma Gandhi near the s

Include CBSE-sector representatives on panels for readying education policies: council

Council of CBSE Schools Kerala visits Chief Minister, Ministers and recommend establishment of a permanent coordination and communication mechani

RBI Governor Updates on Polymer Banknotes: Field Trials Underway

New Delhi, August 5: The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) is making significant strides towards introducing polymer (plastic) banknotes in the country

RBI Updates on Polymer Banknotes Launch

New Delhi, August 5: The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) is rapidly working towards introducing polymer (plastic) banknotes in the country. RBI Gover

RBI has funds to pay for UPI platform without having to charge merchants, customers

The government has introduced a Bill in Parliament that will allow it to notify the kinds of transactions that can attract such a charge. So far,

Walk-In Interviews for 27 Senior Resident Positions at RTRMH on August 7

New Delhi, August 5: The Rao Tula Ram Memorial Hospital (RTRMH) has announced vacancies for 27 Senior Resident positions across various departmen

Neuranics Lab is building a blood count machine that runs by fingerprick

The Delhi-based company has developed MorphX, a point-of-care platform that claims to return a full blood count in minutes without needing a trai

Peptris is using AI to find drug candidates to shorten the time it takes for laboratory validation

The Bengaluru-based company builds models that generate molecules and predict how they will behave, and has licensed its lead candidate to a US d

SunCharge Motors builds electric autos with solar panels on the roof

The Pune-based company makes commercial autos that generate some of their own power while running, aimed at fleet operators who lose earning hour

Karur exporters welcome State budget

Lemnisca builds software to predict how fermentation behaves at factory scale

The Bengaluru company is building AI software that models microbial fermentation, so manufacturers can scale a process without discovering its pr

Watch: Assam floods: is development or climate change to blame? | Above the Fold | Aug 5 2026

Assam remains on high alert as floods claim 89 lives and affect more than 1.22 lakh people. We bring you the latest from the ground, along with t

Cohance Lifesciences reports 45.19 crore loss in Q1 on lower revenue

Chief Minister Mohan Yadav Advises Students on Responsible Use of AI Tools

Bhopal, August 5: Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav advised students on Wednesday to use artificial intelligence (AI) tools like ChatGPT

ARISE hubs to come up in high schools in Kerala: Minister

AI & Robotics Initiative for School Education hubs are intended to expand the possibilities of AI and robotics in learning and experimentation, s

Rising Global Interest in China Travel According to CGTN Survey

Beijing, August 5: This summer, China Travel has captured the attention of tourists worldwide through various forms such as relief from the heat,

Watch: TN Budget 2026: TVK government presents maiden Tamil Nadu Budget; Opposition calls it disappointing

State Finance Minister N. Marie Wilson presented the maiden Budget of the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK)-led coalition government in Tamil Nadu t

Supreme Court grants States six weeks to respond to plea on disclosure of identity of shop owners

PIL petition seeks such disclosure requirements as a measure to safeguard consumer rights

Tamirabharani conservation: Tirunelveli Collector reviews steps taken so far

Pharmacist suspended over supply of expired medicines at Manugur Government Area Hospital

Policeman on night patrol attacked, robbed of gold chain

Congress Accuses Government of Spreading Confusion Over Delimitation

New Delhi, August 5: During the monsoon session of Parliament, a heated exchange occurred between Congress and the government regarding delimitat

Karnataka to Submit Revised DPR for Mekedatu Project by August 15, Minister Asserts

Bengaluru, August 5: Karnatakas Water Resources Minister Ramalinga Reddy stated on Wednesday that Tamil Nadu has no authority to halt the propose

Misri urges Sri Lanka to hold provincial polls at the earliest

Discusses India-backed energy,infrastructureand technology projects during Colombo visit

Two killed in an accident at Timmapuram

Jairam Thakur Criticizes Congress Government for Targeting BJP Leaders

Shimla, August 5: Jairam Thakur, the Leader of the Opposition in Himachal Pradesh Assembly, has criticized the Congress government for filing cas

Surge in Black Sea attacks adds to strain on global commodity flows

Attacks on Black Sea shipping routes are disrupting global grain and oil supplies. Ukraine and Russia have intensified strikes on each other's ex

No proposal for special Parliament session on women's reservation, delimitation bills: Rijiju

Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju denied any special session plans. The government is attempting to pass women's reservation and delimi

Veeragallu at Neeragunda in Arsikere taluk throws light on Hoysala ruler Vishnuvardhanas last day

Villagers in Neeragunda, in Arsikere taluk, have stumbled upon a centuries-old veeragallu (hero stone) bearing a Kannada inscription that could r

Aurobindo Pharma Q1 net rises 25% to 1,032 cr; approves merger of three arms

The U.S. formulations revenue increase was primarily driven by volume gains and new launches, partially offset by no transient product sales; Eur

LIVE | Acting AG Todd Blanche announces indictments against Mexican Cartel

Bhupesh Baghel: Punjab Residents See Congress as Alternative to AAP Government

Moga, August 5: Bhupesh Baghel, General Secretary of the All India Congress Committee (AICC) and in-charge of Punjab, stated on Wednesday that du

Pharmacy owner, delivery boy caught with 6,568 Tramadol tablets in Madhapur

Telangana: Kawal Tiger Reserve Affected By Illegal Sand Mining From Streams, Rivulets

Sand mining has reduced recharge and water storage capacity, affecting wildlife and conservation. Many wild animals are venturing out of the fore

Bangladesh has become another Pakistan: Sheikh Hasinas son warns India & world over ISI free hand

Stakeholders Discuss RUIDP Phase V Development Works in Udaipur

Udaipur, August 5: A stakeholder consultation workshop, Samvad, was organised at the Udaipur Municipal Corporation meeting hall on Wednesday to d

Spices Board exploring feasibility of indoor saffron farming in Kerala

Board submits a proposal to Agriculture department to promote indoor saffron farming

DC Edit | Mid-Air Scare: Obey Seat Belt Rule

Sudden 300-foot drop sparks panic, renewing focus on seat belts and turbulence alerts

Siddique murder: Court raps Mumbai cops for lack of genuine effort to secure Anmol Bishnoi's custody

A Mumbai court has criticized police for not securing gangster Anmol Bishnoi's custody. The court issued a show-cause notice for wilful disobedie

Teaching doctors seek AIIMS pay scales, allowances, separate transfer policy

Sheikh Hasinas First Live Address After Leaving Bangladesh: 2024 Student Movement as a Political Conspiracy

New Delhi, August 5: Former Prime Minister of Bangladesh, Sheikh Hasina, expressed her concerns about the current situation in her country during

Lokesh, Sindhu Lay Foundation For Sports Excellence Centre in Vizag

The facility is expected to be ready by May 2028, when it will welcome its first batch of athletes and students

You are probably using Aluminium foil wrong; these clever household uses may surprise you

Aluminum foil is a household hero, providing creative solutions for various tasks. It keeps bananas fresh longer and makes cleaning up after pain

Tamirabharani River Tourism will be instant hit if river pollution is checked entirely

Majority legislators cannot overrule will of political party: Supreme Court

Justice Joymalya Bagchi says the maturity of a democracy is measured by the constancy of political parties and their members to their ideology

Stakeholders welcome Palmyra Development Corporation, seek implementation at grassroot level

Government aims to keep India's internet free from unlawful, obscene content: I&B Ministry to Lok Sabha

Minister of State (MoS) for Information and Broadcasting and Parliamentary Affairs L Murugan informed the Lower House of Parliament in a written

Gujarat imposes statewide ban on analogue paneer, cheese and butter after food safety crackdown

The Gujarat government on Wednesday announced a state-wide ban on the production, storage, transportation, distribution and sale of unstandardise

T.N. govt accords sanction for land acquisition for Thanjavur - Pattukottai new BG railway line project

The 52-km railway line project which remained in paper for over a decade and delayed due to land acquisition will now get a fillip

Yellampalli Crucial To Protect Farmers; Political Fight On

This is the only project that got the highest inflows in recent times due to heavy rains

Indian Navy FT Triumphs Over Neroca FC 2-0 in 135th Durand Cup

Imphal, August 5: Indian Navy FT bounced back from an initial defeat with an impressive performance, defeating the North Eastern Re-organizing Cu

Bombay HC Directs X, Meta, Google To Take Down Defamatory AI Deepfakes On Gadkari

The petition specifically referred to claims that the ministers son, Nikhil Gadkari, runs CIAN Agro Industries & Infrastructure Limited: Reports

Austria hits record temperature, Hungary curbs power use as Europe feels the heat

Austria recorded its highest temperature ever as a severe heatwave grips Europe. Hungarians reduced power use to ease grid pressure amid a signif

Udupi achieves 93.95% progress in digitisation of enumeration forms

Deputy Commissioner says that 9,99,534 enumeration forms out of 10,63,876 distributed forms have been digitised

Joint Collector inspects schools at ASR district

Iran, Oman agree shipping route through Strait of Hormuz

Iran and Oman have agreed on shipping route coordinates for the Strait of Hormuz. A joint announcement is being finalized, provided no third part

Congress Suspends Sharmila Siddiqui Amid Internal Turmoil in Goa

Goa, August 5: Internal strife within the Goa Congress has come to the forefront once again. The party has suspended its social media in-charge,

His room was open for everyone: Rahane reveals simplicity behind MS Dhoni's leadership

Ajinkya Rahane remembered MS Dhoni's calm and approachable leadership style. Dhoni's room was often open for team gatherings and casual interacti

Quote of the day by Leo Tolstoy: If you make it a habit not to blame others, you will feel the growth of the ability to love... Inspiring life lessons on emotional intelligence, accountability, relationships, forgiveness, self-growth, and how letting go of resentment unlocks true empathy by the iconic Russian novelist

Today's Quote of the day by Leo Tolstoy: The famous quote by Russian master novelist Leo Tolstoy highlights the transformative spiritual connecti

AIIMS recalled disposable syringes over quality complaints; no patient harm reported: Health Ministry

Action has been initiated against the manufacturers; the entire affected stock has been replaced

Gland Pharma to set up sterile manufacturing suite for Neuland Labs

The objective is to serve growing worldwide demand for sterile APIs used in microparticle depot products and other complex sterile APIs

ICMR-NIH Recruitment 2026: Walk-in Interviews for Multiple Positions in Jodhpur

Jodhpur, August 5: The Indian Council of Medical Research National Institute of Health Research (ICMR-NIH) has announced job openings for projec

SIR: 20% of electors to be dropped in draft roll, over 34 lakh to get notices

The CEO notes that voters wrongly marked as absent or shifted can have their names restored only by approaching their Booth Level Officer

Hyderabad SHE Teams nabs 678 for harassing women during Bonalu festivities

Over 1 lakh senior citizens, 4.63 lakh women lodged financial cyber fraud complaints amounting to Rs 7,769 crore in 2025: Govt

Over one lakh senior citizens and four lakh women reported financial cyber fraud in 2025. These victims collectively lost over seven thousand cro

Japanese proverb of the day: 'A man's good name is as precious to him as...' Life lessons from inspirational proverb on reputation, honor, possessions, character, dignity, integrity and legacy

Japanese proverb of the day highlights the importance of reputation, honor and integrity through the saying, A man's good name is as precious to

Centre deploys national joint response team to support States facing a Chandipura virus outbreak

Disease control, medical, animal husbandry experts sent to Gujarat, Rajasthan to support public health measures; sandflies are established vector

Gujarat govt bans analogue paneer, cheese and butter citing public health concerns

Gujarat has banned the production and sale of analogue paneer. This decision protects public health and the state's dairy sector. Food safety aut

T.N. Budget evokes mixed reaction from trade bodies, experts

ED files chargesheet in Kotak Mahindra Bank, Panchkula MC PMLA case

The Enforcement Directorate has launched a probe into alleged fraud involving bank officials, including a former deputy vice president and two of

The hidden danger inside Spain's eucalyptus forests that worries scientists

Spain's eucalyptus plantations appear green but support fewer native birds and insects. These monocultures lack the diverse vegetation and nestin

Ongole SP urges public to safeguard newly-planted saplings

Launching a tree plantation drive, Harshavardhan Raju cautions the public to consciously reduce the usage of automobile fuel by curtailing unnece

Indian Paralympic Committee Honors Medal Winners from Commonwealth Games 2026

New Delhi, August 5: The Indian Paralympic Committee (PCI) honored para-athletes and their coaches on Wednesday for their remarkable achievements

DC Edit | Stalin Jr Arrest a Message to Curb Sexism in Politics

Udhayanidhi's remarks deserved condemnation, yet political restraint serves democratic debate better

Gandhis cry for help: ChemburssilverMahatmaevokes mixed reactions in citizens

Like Marinas living Gandhi reported by The Hindu, this Gandhi too acceptsGPay

Water level rises to 2,350 ft in Idukki reservoir in Kerala

Man Says He's Spending More After Realising He Can't Afford To Buy House: 'System Kills Dreams'

A man said he was spending money on things he would have otherwise avoided after realising buying a home was an unattainable dream.

Kerala govt. sanctions 312 cr. more for addressing imbalance in urban-rural allocation

Police modernisation scheme awaits Finance Ministrys nod, Centre tells SC

The top court had initiated asuo motuproceedings over non-functional CCTV cameras in police stations linked to a spike in custodial deaths in rec

Army Soldier Among 2 Killed After Speeding SUV Crashes Into Tree In Rajasthan

According to relatives, the four friends were travelling late at night to drop Nitin near Chirawa when the accident occurred.

Congress Protests Against Article 370 Abrogation, Demands Restoration of Jammu and Kashmirs Statehood

New Delhi, August 5: On the seventh anniversary of the abrogation of Article 370, political tensions flared in the Parliament complex on Wednesda

Zuckerberg apologises after Centres warning over PM video

Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg has apologised after Facebook briefly removed Prime Minister Narendra Modis July 23 video. The apology came after the Ce

Sexual abuse and murder of child in Palakkad: prime accused held in Tamil Nadu after years on the run

Suresh, alias Rahim, 32, is the prime accused in the sexual assault and murder of a four-year-old girl near Palakkad railway station in 2019

Mangaluru to host conference of Association of Southern Urologists from Friday

Washington removes sanctions on Iraq's Fly Baghdad airline

The United States has lifted sanctions against Fly Baghdad airline. This action followed an administrative reconsideration process by the US Trea

4,052 stranded Indian seafarers repatriated amid West Asia crisis, says Shipping Minister Sarbananda Sonowal

Over 4,000 Indian seafarers have been safely repatriated during the West Asia crisis. Emergency response channels handled thousands of calls and

Two women in flood-hit Polavaram dist. give birth to two girl babies

As many as 149 pregnant women were shifted to nearby government hospitals since August 1 due to Sabari and Godavari floods.

Australia unveil plan before Border-Gavaskar series, list out preparation options ahead of five-match contest

Australia head coach Andrew McDonald has confirmed that his team will not be playing in practice matches before the high-octane Border-Gavaskar s

Cancel leave granted to jailed BJP councillor Sugathan, says UDF

China blacklists six US firms, tightens drone exports in retaliation to fresh American tariffs

China has announced a fresh round of retaliatory measures against the United States, escalating tensions between the world's two largest economie