How a Mumbai Architect Turns Air Pollution Into Sustainable Building Tiles
A Mumbai-based architect's startup transforms recovered black carbon and industrial waste into architectural tiles, offering an alternative to energy-intensive conventional tile manufacturing.
Alok Shukla united Adivasi communities to save 4.45 lakh acres of Chhattisgarh's Hasdeo forests from 21 proposed coal mines.
Rahul Gandhi Alleges 2024 Lok Sabha Election Was
Rahul Gandhi accused the Election Commission of electoral irregularities at the INDIA bloc's Delhi rally, alleging voter deletions and manipulation while demanding accountability from the poll body.
The Odisha Social Worker Who Transformed Tribal Lives and Eradicated a Neglected Disease
Inspired by Gandhian values, Odisha's Shanti Devi spent nearly six decades treating neglected diseases, educating tribal girls and empowering disadvantaged communities.
Tamil Nadu CM Vijay Announces 5-Year Age Relaxation For Government Jobs; Check Revised Age Limits
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay has extended the upper age limit for direct government recruitment by five years.
Congress Should Apologise For 1984: BJPs Nitin Nabin Slams Party As INDIA Bloc Holds Delhi Rally
BJP president Nitin Nabin invokes Rajiv Gandhi's controversial remark on the 1984 anti-Sikh violence while accusing Congress of undermining democratic institutions ahead of the INDIA bloc's Delhi rally.
LOP Rahul Gandhi Accuses BJP Of Forcibly Shutting Shops Near Connaught Place During INDIA Bloc Rally
Rahul Gandhi accused the BJP of forcibly closing shops in Connaught Place during the INDIA bloc rally, amid concerns about festive-season business losses and the impact of political gatherings on Delhi's traders.
Around 40 protesters opposing Arunachal Pradesh's proposed 11,200-MW Siang hydropower project were reportedly detained in Delhi, with activists alleging police misconduct.
SFI workers march towards Ramlila Maidan as the INDIA bloc protests against CEC Gyanesh Kumar and alleged irregularities in electoral rolls.
Two teachers have been suspended following the assault at a Panchkula government school, while authorities investigate alleged lapses in student supervision.
The INDIA bloc's November 1 rally against CEC Gyanesh Kumar has prompted extensive security arrangements in Delhi amid allegations of electoral irregularities and competing estimates of crowd size.
Cyclone Arnab: At Least 4 Dead, 12 Missing After Landslides In Odisha; Rescue Operations Intensified
Cyclone Arnab has triggered floods and landslides across southern Odisha, killing four people, including an infant.
How Bethala Veera Swami Supports 90,000 Children Across One Hundred Villages
Growing up in poverty, Bethala Veera Swami established after-school learning centers reaching ninety thousand children across rural Andhra Pradesh.
Bihar Govt Makes Formal Dress Code Mandatory For Teachers
Bihars Education Department has reinforced formal dress rules for teachers and staff while restricting DJ and disco activities on school campuses.
Youtuber Dhruv Rathee Faces Fresh Bailable Warrant In 2018 Defamation Case Over
Delhi Court Issues Fresh Bailable Warrant Against Dhruv Rathee After Earlier Warrant Sent To Wrong Address
Chandi Prasad Bhatt: The Environmentalist Who Inspired Communities to Stand Up for Himalayan Forests
Inspired by Gandhian principles, Chandi Prasad Bhatt mobilised villagers, especially women, to resist deforestation and protect Himalayan forests through community-led conservation.
Meet Ridhima Pandey: The Young Indian Taking Climate Action From India to the UN
Inspired by the 2013 Uttarakhand floods, Ridhima Pandey championed climate accountability at nine and took five countries to the UN.
Air Marshal Inderpal Singh Walia Named New IAF Vice Chief, To Assume Charge From November 1
Currently heading Eastern Air Command, Walia will take charge as IAF Vice Chief on November 1, succeeding Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit.
ISRO Launches NVS-03 Satellite With Indigenous Atomic Clock To Strengthen NavIC Services
The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) successfully launched the NVS-03 navigation satellite aboard its GSLV-F18 rocket from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota at 11:51 pm on October 30. The satellite was injected into its intended Geosynchronous Transfer Orbit (GTO), marking the 20th flight of Indias Geosynchronous Satellite Launch Vehicle (GSLV) and the countrys []
Remembering the Iron Man of India, whose leadership helped integrate over 560 princely states and strengthen India's foundations after independence.
INDIA Bloc Plans Fresh Meeting With President Murmu To Present
The Opposition plans to present alleged voter deletions to President Murmu as it intensifies protests against CEC Gyanesh Kumar.
Manisha Bhanwala Makes Wrestling History, Becomes First Indian Woman To Win World Championships Gold
Manisha Bhanwala fought back from 0-6 to defeat USAs Abigail Nette 8-6 in the 59kg final, becoming Indias first woman senior world champion.
Panama-Flagged Tanker With 27 Indians Hit By Limpet Mines In Strait Of Hormuz
MT LOUISE 1 was hit by two limpet mines, triggering an engine-room fire, but all 27 Indian seafarers remained safe.
Chennai Entrepreneur B. L. Bengani Turns Rice Husk Into Natural Fibre Composite Boards
Chennai entrepreneur B. L. Bengani uses rice husk waste to manufacture composite boards for furniture and interiors.
Breath of fresh air | Vinay Waikul's 'Chaar Yaar'
Breath of fresh air | Vinay Waikul's 'Chaar Yaar'
The art of living | N.K. Singh's 'Endeavours: An Ensemble of My Life'
The art of living | N.K. Singh's 'Endeavours: An Ensemble of My Life'
Witness to change | Saeed Naqvi's 'The World Was Not Their Story'
Witness to change | Saeed Naqvi's 'The World Was Not Their Story'
Partners in crime | Manoj Bajpayee and Neeraj Pandey
Partners in crime | Manoj Bajpayee and Neeraj Pandey
Lives behind the lyrics | Anahad Foundation's 'Folktales' video series
Lives behind the lyrics | Anahad Foundation's 'Folktales' video series
Trauma to theatre | Salman Rushdie's 'Knife' on stage
Trauma to theatre | Salman Rushdie's 'Knife' on stage
In the shadows | Anmol Sidhu's 'Flowers of Acacia'
In the shadows | Anmol Sidhu's 'Flowers of Acacia'
Future past | M.G. Vassanji's 'The Apparition'
Future past | M.G. Vassanji's 'The Apparition'
Q&A with Dr Shriram Nene | Doctor's orders
Q&A with Dr Shriram Nene | Doctor's orders
Tamil Nadu recognises grassroots sporting talent and international para-athletes while announcing financial assistance and new sports infrastructure.
UP CM Yogi Adityanath Targets Youth Employment, Announces 48 Projects Worth
Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath outlines a youth-focused development vision, combining infrastructure projects worth 411 crore.
How a Malayali Teacher Is Using Cultural Exchange to Educate Children in the North East
A teacher from Kerala is inspiring children in remote Arunachal Pradesh through education, cultural exchange and community participation.
Chopper Crashes In Uttarakhand
A Trans Bharat Aviation helicopter carrying five passengers and a pilot crashed near Joshimath after losing communication, with all six occupants killed.
Homi Jehangir Bhabha: The Visionary Physicist Who Built the Foundation of India
From pioneering discoveries in theoretical physics to establishing TIFR and India's nuclear research infrastructure, Homi Bhabha helped shape the country's scientific future.
Supreme Court Rules Out Complete Firecracker Ban, Questions Delhi Govt Over Poor Enforcement
The Supreme Court questioned poor compliance with firecracker restrictions in Delhi-NCR, sought enforcement details from authorities.
Uttarakhand CM Dhami Confirms Helicopter Crash Near Joshimath; 6 On Board, Rescue Ops Underway
A helicopter carrying five passengers and a pilot crashed near Joshimath in Uttarakhand while travelling from Badrinath to Dehradun, prompting an emergency rescue operation as authorities assessed the situation.
Jamia Students End 18-Day Hunger Strike After University Sets Union Election Timeline
After an 18-day hunger strike, JMI has committed to completing its students union constitution by May 2027 and holding elections within six weeks of the next academic session.
20-Year-Old NEET Aspirant Found Dead In Hyderabad; Police Probe Reported Exam-Related Distress
A 20-year-old NEET aspirant was found dead at his Hyderabad residence on October 28 after reportedly experiencing two months of mental distress.
SC Says Banks Must Compensate Digital Fraud Victims If They Fail Due Diligence
Holding financial institutions strictly liable, the SC ruled that banks must fully reimburse victims of digital scams and digital arrests if institutional oversight or due-diligence failures enable the theft.
The Madras High Court has sought responses to a PIL seeking an inquiry into Saurav Das identity and alleged remarks against the judiciary, along with requests to block his X and Instagram accounts.
EC Revises SIR Deadlines In Delhi And 5 States; Announces New Dates For Final Voter Rolls
The Election Commission has extended Delhis SIR claims deadline to November 25 and revised timelines across Maharashtra, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Haryana and Nagaland.
Multivitamin Bioavailability Explained: Are Synthetic Vitamins Wasting Your Money?
Natural or synthetic vitamins? Understand how bioavailability, nutrient forms and absorption influence your multivitamin's effectiveness.
Bihar Museum Ranks 9th Globally, Surpassing New York
Patna's Bihar Museum has emerged as Asia's highest-ranked museum and India's only entry in the 2026 global top 100 list, ahead of The Met and the Louvre.
Bhutan Glacial Lake Outburst Flood: Thousands Moved To Safety In Bengal, Assam On Alert
A GLOF at Bhutans Shintaphu Lake damaged infrastructure and triggered precautionary evacuations as downstream areas watched the Sankosh River.
Jaipur Commission Orders PepsiCo To Pay
A Jaipur consumer commission has ordered PepsiCo to pay 8,000 in compensation and litigation costs after a consumer alleged that a 5 Lays packet contained just 4 grams of chips against the declared 15 grams.
68 Killed In Spain Train Crash; Anti-Government Protests Erupt Over Railway Safety
A deadly collision between two high-speed trains near Urda has triggered protests in Madrid, with demonstrators demanding accountability as investigators examine a possible signalling failure.
How Family Support Helped Kajal Dhochak Win Historic World Wrestling Silver At 18
From practising with her mother during lockdown to winning World Championships silver, Kajal Dhochaks journey celebrates family support and perseverance.
Goa Plans to Convert Kitchen Waste Into 150
Goa plans rapid composting across local bodies, converting wet waste into manure within 2448 hours.
Magnitude 5.1 Earthquake Strikes Near Andaman And Nicobar Islands, No Casualties Reported
A magnitude 5.1 earthquake was reported 218 km north-northwest of Bamboo Flat on Thursday, with no immediate reports of damage or casualties.
No Govt Jobs For Those Involved In Violent
Uttar Pradesh has tightened character verification rules for government jobs, citing violent activities and serious offences while protecting candidates from automatic disqualification over pending FIRs.
22-Year-Old Biker Killed By DTC Bus In Delhi; Protesters Vandalise Another Bus
A 22-year-old motorcyclist died in Punjabi Bagh after a DTC bus allegedly ran him over, triggering protests and vandalism of another bus carrying 15 passengers.
Meet Jaya Varma Sinha, Indian Railways
After joining the Indian Railway Traffic Service in 1988, Jaya Varma Sinha made history in 2023 as the first woman to lead the Railway Board.
Asaram Faces FIR Over Late Surrender After Medical Parole Ends
Asaram reached Jodhpur Central Jail nearly six hours after his 5 pm deadline and was formally surrendered the next morning after night-time admission was refused.
Election Commission Cant Change Forms 6, 7, 8: SC During Delhi SIR Hearing
Holding that statutory voter enrollment forms are legally unalterable, the Supreme Court pushed the Election Commission to scrap arbitrary deadlines and simplify re-enrollment for nearly 47 lakh excluded electors in Delhi.
The Railway Board has reiterated its existing 11 pm to 5 am charging restriction after a passenger's power bank reportedly exploded aboard the MumbaiHowrah Mail.
From Construction Waste to Sustainable Bricks: How Angirus Is Rethinking Building Materials in India
Founded in 2020, Angirus, co-founded by civil engineers Kunjpreet Arora and Lokesh Puri Goswami, transforms construction waste into sustainable bricks.
Jharkhand Initiates Termination Proceedings Against 631 Doctors Over Prolonged Absence From Duty
Jharkhand reviews 695 doctors service records as it initiates termination proceedings against 631 over prolonged absence.
Cyclone Arnab Weakens Into Deep Depression; Andhra Announces
Cyclone Arnab weakened after crossing Andhra Pradesh, leaving deaths, infrastructure damage and crop losses as the state begins relief and restoration efforts.
18-Year-Old Kajal Dhochak And Neelam Sirohi Make History With World Wrestling Championship Silvers
India's Kajal Dhochak, 18, and Neelam Sirohi, 26, win silver at the Senior World Wrestling Championships in Astana, marking a milestone for Indian women's wrestling.
Through cooperative banking, livelihood programmes and practical skills training, Visha Ferrer and RDT are helping rural women build financial independence and greater control over their futures.
Cabinet Approves 3-Point DA Hike For Central Government Employees Ahead Of Diwali
The Union Cabinet has approved a 3-percentage-point DA and DR increase from July 1, benefiting 48.54 lakh employees and 68.71 lakh pensioners.
Three-Time Asian Para Games Gold Medallist Neeraj Yadav Allegedly Dies By Suicide
Three-time Asian Para Games gold medallist Neeraj Yadav was found dead in Delhi, with police investigating the circumstances surrounding his death.
Compare MTF interest rates, margin requirements and holding costs across brokers to make smarter, more informed trading decisions.
Delhi lawyers have extended their strike indefinitely over alleged threats by an ACP, demanding his suspension and an impartial inquiry as police file a counter-FIR against 1520 advocates.
Delhi Traders Seek 20-Minute Meeting With Rahul Gandhi, Urge Postponement Of INDIA Bloc Rally
Delhi trade bodies have requested a 20-minute dialogue with Rahul Gandhi to defer the INDIA bloc's 1 November Ramlila Maidan rally until after Diwali.
Why Doctor Khushbu Taori Modi Quit Her Government Job For SewaConnect
Former medical officer Dr Khushbu Taori Modi launched SewaConnect to transform NGO funding through a volunteer platform after serving as a government medical officer and Thane doctor, supporting grassroots NGOs with CSR partnerships, advancing public health and social impact on a free platform built for NGO collaboration, volunteer matching, and community medicine across Maharashtra NGOs. []
PNB Customers Allege Crores Missing From Accounts In Greater Noida; Seek Answers As Probe Continues
Customers at a Greater Noida PNB branch allege unauthorised fixed-deposit closures and missing funds as police investigate.
Meet Professor Ashoke Sen The First Indian Scientist To Win The Oskar Klein Medal
Theoretical physicist Ashoke Sen became the first Indian recipient of the Oskar Klein Medal for groundbreaking contributions to string theory.
Devpalik Gupta's body was found near railway tracks in Ranchi a day after he went missing from the Jan Shatabdi Express, with police investigating the circumstances surrounding his death.
World Boxing U-19 Championships 2026: India Win 4 Medals, Including 1 Gold, 1 Silver And 2 Bronze
India won four medals at the World Boxing U-19 Championships in Montenegro, led by Adityas 4-1 gold-medal victory over Russias Islam Magomedov.
Cyclone Arnab Updates: From Flight Ops Suspensions To Red Alerts In Andhra Pradesh
Cyclone Arnabs prolonged landfall battered Andhra Pradesh, disrupting schools, trains and flights across India.
The Bombay High Court has temporarily paused the FRROs order directing the US citizen to leave India, with the case now listed for November 2.
Jamia Millia Islamia Agrees To Union Polls, But Students Continue Protest Over Unmet Demands
Jamia Millia Islamia has agreed to hold student union elections, but protests continue over unresolved demands, an uncertain timeline and disciplinary concerns.
Karnataka's final electoral roll lists 4.55 crore electors, down from 5.54 crore, as the CEO urges eligible voters to apply for inclusion through Form 6.
UAE Awards Captain Smit Machchhar And flydubai Crew For Courage During Mid-Air Emergency
in 18 words Indian pilot Smit Machchhar received a UAE honour after resisting a cockpit attack, enabling intervention and diverting safely to Saudi Arabia.
Maharashtra Farmers Withdraw Mumbai March After CM Devendra Fadnavis Assures Drought Relief
Farmers suspended their vehicle-led march after the Maharashtra government assured drought assistance, pending payments and consideration of key demands.
From 176 Million Voters to Ballot Boxes: The Man Behind India
Discover how Sukumar Sen overcame the enormous logistical challenges of organising India's first two general elections and helped establish the foundations of electoral democracy.
People of Purpose: Salaam Bombay Foundation
Gaurav Arora empowers young people through vocational training, entrepreneurship and financial independence at Salaam Bombay Foundation.
DPDP Act Under Supreme Court Scrutiny: 21 Media Groups Challenge India
The DNPA argues that the DPDP Act, 2023, lacks a specific journalistic exemption and could affect investigative reporting and confidential sources.
Microsoft Offers Buyouts To Around 60,000 Employees Across India, US, UK
Microsoft has opened a time-limited voluntary exit programme for eligible employees as it reshapes its workforce amid heavy AI investment.
Nine prison personnel have been suspended after 17 inmates escaped from Tamil Nadus Theni sub-jail, prompting a multi-district search operation, with five escapees reportedly recaptured and 12 still at large.
From educational resources and healthcare support to womens empowerment and solar lighting, Avaada Foundation is addressing essential needs in tribal communities
Rajasthan Govt Declares 80 Tehsils Across 14 Districts Drought-Affected Amid Rainfall Deficit
Rajasthan has declared 80 tehsils across 14 districts drought-affected for six months, with 69 facing severe conditions following deficient monsoon rainfall and crop damage.
Over 12,000 Maharashtra Farmers Begin Vehicle-Led March To Mumbai, Demand Drought Relief
More than 12,000 farmers from 20+ districts are marching towards Mumbai, demanding adequate drought compensation, loan relief, crop insurance and land rights.
Calcutta High Court Orders Social Media Platforms To Remove Modi
The Calcutta High Court orders social media platforms to remove a ModiAdani documentary amid an ongoing defamation dispute.
How A Damaged Curd Packet On Blinkit Led To An Alleged
A 56-year-old Bengaluru resident lost 98,000 after dialling an unverified customer care number of Blinkit found on Google to seek a refund for a damaged curd packet.
