Pushpa Rana takes over Indias womens kabaddi captaincy from Ritu Negi.
How Akriti Verma and Bhavya Jhunjhunwala Started a Zero-Waste Fashion Brand with Just
College friends Akriti Verma and Bhavya Jhunjhunwala launched SewMuchBetter in Kanpur with just 30,00040,000 to combat fast-fashion waste, creating zero-waste handcrafted apparel worn by Madhuri Dixit.
NEET-PG 2026 Exam Disrupted In Jaipur As Power Failure Triggers Candidate Protest
Power failure disrupted Jaipurs NEET-PG exam, prompting protests before NBEMS announced a September 5 re-test.
Jharkhand Sounds Swine Flu Alert After 8 H1N1 Cases; Hospitals Ramp Up Testing and Surveillance
Jharkhand has stepped up its preparedness against H1N1 influenza, commonly known as swine flu, after eight people tested positive at Rajendra Institute of Medical Sciences (RIMS), Ranchi, in August. The state Health Department issued an alert on August 29, directing district authorities, medical colleges and hospitals to strengthen surveillance, screening, testing and treatment facilities. Health []
People of Purpose: How Shishir Joshi Built Project Mumbai Around the City
Shishir Joshi built Project Mumbai into an award-winning non-profit that bridges citizens, corporates, and local governance to transform urban kindness into scalable civic action.
Lalbagh Under Threat? Citizens Rally Against Karnataka
Bengaluru citizens oppose Karnatakas 5% parkland rule, citing ecological risks and concerns over Lalbaghs future.
Court rebukes Maharashtra FDA for retaining suspensions despite fresh inspections showing substantial compliance at five MCA eateries.
Court flags alleged unlawful detention, demands statewide safeguards and accountability for police violating Supreme Court arrest guidelines.
Why Drag Castes, States, Religions?: Anand Dubey Criticises Samay Raina Over Latent Jokes
Samay Raina faces political backlash after Bihar-Kashmir jokes on Indias Got Latent trigger controversy online.
Bengaluru Auto, Taxi Unions Give Govt 15 Days To Act Against Bike-Taxi Apps
Auto and taxi unions demand action against bike-taxi apps as commuters face shrinking affordable transport options.
Gorakhpur: Teacher Allegedly Abused 15-Year-Old Student for 4 Months
Police booked the teacher under BNS and POCSO after allegations surfaced and an audio recording circulated online.
CNG Price Rises to Rs 86.98 in Delhi; Auto, Taxi Unions Demand Fare Hike
IGL blamed surging imported LNG costs for the hike, while Delhi transport unions sought fare revisions or CNG subsidies.
Bihar Evacuates 100 Maharashtra Pilgrims Stranded In Flood-Hit Nepal, Sends Them Home By Train
After flash floods left them stranded in Nepal, 102 Maharashtra pilgrims were escorted through Bihar, given shelter and medical care, and sent home by train.
Maharashtra FDA Cancels Cipla Pharma
The Maharashtra FDA cancelled Ciplas Pune drug sale licence over alleged Reactin Plus packaging.
FDA inspections found pest infestations, repeatedly reused cooking oil and other hygiene lapses in Mumbai, while over 7,000 kg of soybean oil was seized in Akola.
India Doubles 5G Tower Radiation Limit: What This Means For Your Mobile Network
India is doubling its 5G radiation limit, potentially changing how operators expand networks and deliver coverage across the country.
Jamia says the students violated campus protest rules, while NSUI demands their suspension be withdrawn.
Three Olympic Golds, One Legend: Why India Celebrates Major Dhyan Chand On National Sports Day
From three consecutive Olympic golds to a national day celebrating sport, Major Dhyan Chands legacy continues to inspire India.
Nepal Flood Updates: At Least 600 Dead, Nearly 3,000 Missing
Nepal Floods claimed over 600 lives and impact 93,000 citizens, prompting urgent cross-border humanitarian missions from India and regional neighbours to rescue thousands.
Mumbai Milk Price Hike: Tabela Milk To Cost
Mumbais wholesale milk price will rise by 9, raising fresh concerns over household budgets and dairy costs.
People of Purpose: Ramesh Saran
Ramesh Saran and URMUL Trust are helping remote desert communities build livelihoods, return girls to education and create sustainable opportunities.
Mondelez Removes Health Claims After FSSAI Notice: FoodPharmer Earlier Flagged Bournvita
Three years after a viral video questioned Bournvitas health positioning, fresh FSSAI action has renewed scrutiny of food marketing claims.
Karnataka Minister B Nagendra Resigns After Barely 25 Days In Cabinet Amid Alleged Valmiki Scam Row
Karnataka minister B Nagendra resigned for the second time over the Valmiki Corporation controversy, just 25 days after returning to the Cabinet.
India Sends 3rd Relief Flight To Flood-Hit Nepal With 10 Tonnes Of Aid, Rescue Team
Indias third relief flight brings 10 tonnes of supplies and an 11-member specialist team as Nepals flood crisis worsens.
UGC NET June 2026 Results Out For 84 Subjects; Here
NTA has declared results for 84 subjects, while English, Commerce and Sociology candidates await fresh examinations in September.
From Ranchi to Delhi, Raashi Anand founded Lakshyam, creating sustainable pathways for vulnerable communities while impacting over one million lives.
Nepal PM Balen Shah and Ministers to Donate One Month
Nepals PM Balen Shah and ministers will donate a months salary as rescue efforts continue after devastating floods.
We Dont Need Help: Nepal Turns Down Foreign Rescue Teams As Deadly Floods Leave Hundreds Missing
Nepal says its security forces can lead the rescue operation as several countries offer assistance following devastating floods near the China border.
Karnataka Assembly Passes Sakaala Bill; Officials Face Up To
The amendment seeks to make government officials more accountable for delayed services while giving citizens stronger avenues for redressal.
Bihars new platform will give Classes 912 students round-the-clock live teacher support, digital resources and JEE-NEET preparation.
AGI By 2026? Sam Altman Reveals When OpenAI Could Cross The Biggest AI Milestone
Sam Altman has put a deadline on AGI, but what happens when AI moves from answering questions to doing work?
Tamil Nadu CM Vijay Urges Madras HC To Reject DMK Plea Challenging His Election Over
Tamil Nadu CM Vijay has sought dismissal of a DMK election petition alleging children were used to influence voters during his campaign.
India-Chile CEPA Talks Target 2026 Finish: Why Critical Minerals Matter
India and Chile are racing toward a trade deal, but critical minerals and market access could determine what comes next.
Speak Hindi, Well Beat You: MNS Leader Amit Thackeray Warns Auto Drivers Amid Marathi Row
MNS leader Amit Thackerays warning comes after Maharashtra gave auto, taxi and cab drivers another year to learn functional Marathi.
Thane Cook Arrested After 22 Minor Girls Allege Molestation; Had Faced Earlier POCSO Case
A Thane government ashram school cook accused by 22 minor girls had previously faced a POCSO case and was later reinstated.
India, Canada Target $50 Billion Trade By 2030 Amid Fresh Economic Push
India and Canada are targeting $50 billion in trade by 2030. But the numbers reveal a much tougher road ahead.
How Ranchi DC Brings Transparency to Admissions, Checks Fee Hikes
When Manjunath Bhajantari took charge as Deputy Commissioner of Ranchi, repeated complaints about children being denied admission under the Right to Education (RTE) Act highlighted gaps in implementation. The district administration responded by digitising the process: private schools declared BPL-quota seats online, parents applied digitally, documents were verified online and an open lottery selected students. []
Trump Offers Aid to Nepal as 90 Americans Remain Unaccounted For After Deadly Floods
Trump offers emergency support as Nepal searches for missing people amid worsening flood risks and destruction.
Maharashtra Gives Auto, Taxi Drivers 1 Year To Learn Marathi After Protests
Fadnavis pauses punitive action as drivers seek time, training and clarity over Maharashtra's Marathi language rule.
5.1-Magnitude Earthquake Hits Sichuan
A shallow 5.1-magnitude quake jolted Longchang, prompting emergency checks as authorities reported no casualties.
Dam Bursts Again In Tibet, Nepal Issues Fresh Flood Alert; Rescue Ops Reportedly Halted For 90 Mins
A fresh flood threat has disrupted rescue efforts in Nepal as authorities warn of another possible surge after a dammed lake began overflowing near Tibet.
Nepal, China Issue Fresh Flood Alerts as Rising Barrier Lake Raises Breach Fears
Nepal and China warn of another flood as unstable lakes swell after deadly Himalayan floods.
Tribal women in East Singhbhum tied rakhis to Sal trees on August 27 and pledged to protect forests and wildlife.
Nepal-Tibet Floods Kill 392, Leave 1,468 Missing; Search For 288 Indians Intensifies
Catastrophic floods devastated Himalayan communities, trapping hundreds as rescuers battled debris, destroyed roads and fresh threats.
OpenAI ChatGPT Ads India: Why The New Platform Could Reshape Performance Marketing
ChatGPT is now selling something beyond answers, and Indias advertisers are watching closely as the experiment begins.
Parvah Hai Toh Parivar Hai: How Reliance Turns Care Into Action
Reliances new documentary explores how care shapes its approach to employees, communities, wildlife and India
From Bengal to Six Oceans: How Swimmer Sayani Das Carved Her Name into Sporting History
Sayani Das has built an extraordinary open-water swimming legacy despite financial and infrastructural challenges.
Sonali Chauhan turned years of practice and determination into a national-level dance journey.
People of Purpose: Turning One Rescue into a National Movement: Bhuwan Ribhu
A 2004 rescue of 29 trafficked girls inspired Bhuwan Ribhus decades-long fight to change laws, prevent exploitation and end child marriage.
After winning 50 lakh on KBC, 22-year-old Vikas Singh Panwar from Shimla cleared UPSC CSE 2025 in his first attempt with AIR 159.
How Radhika Anand Partnered with the Indian Army to Plant Over 1.1 Lakh Fruit Trees
Delhi-based environmentalist Radhika Anand joined hands with the Indian Army under Mission Fruit Forest to plant over 1.1 lakh fruit-bearing trees across barren military lands, transforming dry terrain into self-sustaining green corridors.
Cockroaches, Expired Food, 59 Lapses: FSSAI Flags 2 Delhi Hotels Ahead Of BRICS Summit
FSSAI inspections found expired food, pest infestations, poor hygiene, licensing lapses and cross-contamination risks at two Delhi hotels linked to BRICS guests.
Nepal Floods: 37 Tamil Nadu Pilgrims Missing, CM Vijay Sends 4 Ministers To Delhi
Rescue operations are intensifying after catastrophic Nepal-Tibet floods, with stranded pilgrims and tourists still awaiting safe evacuation.
National Law School Calls Off Convocation Amid CJI Surya Kant, BCI Chief Row; Cites
NLSIU has cancelled its September 12 convocation, with graduates set to receive their degrees in absentia amid controversy over proposed dignitary participation.
A twin-engine training aircraft operated by Garg Aviation crashed near Kanpurs Ganga Barrage, killing instructor Sachin Bhatia and trainee pilot Abhishek Pujari.
Nepalese Authorities Say Around 100 Missing Indian Visitors Located Amid Nepal Floods
Following a devastating glacial collapse along the Himalayan border, Nepal rescue forces have reached 100 stranded Indian travellers and 25 Chinese workers as emergency operations continue across devastated valleys.
Nepal Floods: 288 Indians Uncontactable and 21 Rescued, Says Ministry of External Affairs
The MEA says 288 Indians remain uncontactable in Nepal while 21 have been rescued and around 200 seek assistance across the Chinese border.
Goa FDA Flags Serious Lapses, Halts Operations at 3 Government Canteens
FDA ordered three canteens to halt operations after inspections found serious hygiene and structural deficiencies.
The Supreme Court has linked clear front-of-pack food warnings to public health and the constitutional right to health as obesity concerns grow.
Himachal Pradesh CM Directs Removal of Caste Column From School Admission Forms
Himachal will drop caste details from school forms while preserving access to welfare benefits for eligible students.
Ahmedabad: 75-Year-Old Retired Professor Allegedly Loses
Fraudsters posing as TRAI and CBI officials allegedly threatened her with criminal cases and demanded money.
Meta To Pay Up To $18 Billion And Cap Teen Social Media Use Under Landmark US Settlement
The landmark US settlement will force Meta to introduce stricter limits, night-time blocks for teenage users.
India 1st Nation To Send Relief To Flood-Hit Nepal; PM Balen Shah Thanks PM Modi
India has airlifted 10 tonnes of humanitarian supplies to flood-hit Nepal while coordinating with authorities to locate 133 missing Indians.
Nepal Hit by 5.2-Magnitude Seismic Event as Glacial Collapse Triggers Devastating Flash Floods
Glacial collapse triggered devastating floods, killing hundreds and leaving tourists, residents and rescuers missing across Nepal.
Nepal Floods: India Dispatches Second IAF Flight With 37.5 Tonnes of Aid
Second IAF flight carries vital supplies as Nepal races to rescue hundreds missing after catastrophic floods.
Expired Medicines Allegedly Dumped in Odisha River: Where Does India
Expired medicines near an Odisha river expose the hidden risks of unsafe healthcare waste disposal.
Nepal Flash Flood Kills Hundreds, Leaves Many Missing; Bihar, UP On High Alert
A glacial collapse devastated Nepal, while downstream waters prompted heightened flood preparedness across Bihar and Uttar Pradesh.
From Childhood Crafts to Zankla Studio, a Designer From Assam Is Reviving Bodo Heritage
From childhood crafts to cultural entrepreneurship, Kirat Brahma uses handmade dolls to preserve Bodo stories while creating opportunities for local artisans.
Nepal Flood: 80 From Isha Foundation
A Kailash pilgrimage group was caught at an immigration centre during the flash flood, while Sadhguru says teams are working with authorities to assist rescue efforts.
World Bank Pledges Rs 25 Billion As Nepal Faces A Massive Flood Recovery Challenge
Nepal faces a daunting recovery as emergency aid meets massive infrastructure damage, weaker growth, and the difficult economics of rebuilding.
Nepal Flood Crisis: India Sends 10 Tonnes of Aid as Rescue Teams Search for Hundreds
India sends emergency aid as devastating Nepal floods kill 160 and leave hundreds missing across affected regions.
Athletes Pooja Olla and Lili Das Shine Bright in Bhubaneswar, Win Gold and Silver in 1500m
Pooja Olla and Lili Das finished first and second in the womens 1500m at Indias Silver-level Continental Tour.
From IAS Dream to Scientific Leadership: How Kerala
From a childhood fascination with rockets and an IAS dream to leading Agni-IV and Agni-V, Tessy Thomas built a pioneering career.
Luxury Resort, Local Opposition: Why A Land Rights Dispute Is Intensifying In Assam
A proposed 115-key luxury resort on a disputed 10-acre parcel has intensified tensions between local Adivasi families, authorities and activists over land, livelihoods and development.
How Padma Shri Hirabai Lobi Empowered 700+ Tribal Women Using an Old Radio
Orphaned as a child, married at 14, and never formally educated, Hirabai Ibrahim Lobi used an old radio and unyielding grit to empower over 700 tribal women in Gujarat, earning the Padma Shri in 2023.
10 Bengaluru Posh Clubs Face Food Safety Action After Raids Find Cockroaches, Expired Food
Food safety officials found expired food, cockroach infestations, poor storage, missing labels and hygiene lapses during inspections of Bengalurus prominent clubs.
Several Feared Dead, Over 100 Indians Missing After Nepal Flash Flood; PM Modi Offers Assistance
A preliminary Nepal Tourism Board list says 291 foreign nationals and 93 Nepali travellers are currently unaccounted for after the sudden flood.
Apple Features Galgotias University As Students Turn A Sensitive Health Challenge Into An App
A sensitive menstrual health challenge inspired two Galgotias students to build Sakhi, an app now gaining recognition from Apple.
38 Guwahati Central Jail Inmates Test HIV Positive; Some Reportedly Have Drug-Use History
Routine screening found 38 HIV-positive inmates, prompting renewed focus on prison healthcare, treatment and substance-use support.
Kerala Is Now Keralam: Centre Makes State
Centre officially renames Kerala as Keralam, reflecting Malayalam identity after years of constitutional and legislative process.
This Country Is Not A Dharamshala: Union Home Minister Amit Shah Vows To Make India Infiltrator-Free
Union Home Minister Amit Shah said illegal immigrants threaten Indias security, economy and demographic stability, urging states to strengthen border security.
IIT Delhi Student Dies By Suicide; Students Demand Accountability
Student protests intensify as family and peers allege institutional failures, while IIT Delhi defends its support measures.
Government withdraws age cap after protests, while students continue demanding safety, insurance and better facilities.
Shweta Charis Opentree Foundation is bringing play-based learning into Maharashtras schools while advocating for every childs Right to Play.
31% Rainfall Deficit, 175 Taluks Affected: Karnataka Plans
Karnataka will deploy cloud-seeding aircraft for 60 days as officials seek to tackle a 31% rainfall deficit and prevent worsening water shortages.
This Indian AI Startup Just Raised $10 Million To Make Phone Calls Do More
Ringg just raised $10 million to make AI do more than talk, turning everyday customer calls into completed business tasks.
UP Govt Approves Lifelong Free Bus Travel For Women Aged 60 and Above
Uttar Pradesh has approved lifelong free travel on UPSRTC buses for women aged 60 and above, with over one crore potential beneficiaries.
Over 4,000 West Bengal Schools Have No Students; 6,769 Have Just One Teacher: UDISE+ Data
UDISE+ data highlights a sharp teacher-deployment imbalance in West Bengal, even as the state begins rationalising staff and correcting data discrepancies.
Bihar On Alert As Nepal Rains Push Gandak, Kosi Above Danger Levels
Bihar intensifies flood preparedness as Nepal rains swell rivers and officials monitor vulnerable districts closely.
Magnitude 4 Quake Jolts Shimla Early Morning, Tremors Felt Across Parts of Himachal Pradesh
Magnitude 4 tremor struck near Shimla at dawn, while officials reported no casualties or damage.
