1308 Water Bodies, 18 Lakh lives: How Amla Ruia Is Transforming Rajasthan Water Conservation
Through community-led check dams and ponds, Amla Ruias Aakar Charitable Trust is helping water-stressed villages build sustainable livelihoods.
Delhi Records 98 Dengue Cases In First Week Of October, 2026 Tally Reaches 695
Delhi records 98 fresh dengue cases in October, pushing the 2026 tally to 695.
Lalremsiamis 10th-minute winner on her 200th international appearance helped India reclaim womens Asian Games hockey gold after 44 years.
Delhi HC Says PepsiCo, Monster Can Sell Existing
The court stayed coercive action against the companies until November 5, but clarified that no fresh products can carry the disputed descriptor.
23 Indians Rescued As Unmanned Vessel Attack Sets Tanker Ablaze Off Russia
All 23 Indian crew members were safely rescued after a Liberian-flagged tanker caught fire near Sochi following an unmanned-vessel attack.
How Nigerian Engineer Yahaya Ahmed Turns Plastic Waste Into Eco-Friendly Homes
Nigerian engineer Yahaya Ahmed upcycles thousands of sand-filled plastic bottles into affordable, fireproof, and climate-resilient homes across Nigeria.
After 15 years in Bengalurus IT sector, Nitesh Kumar returned to Ghatotand and built Nav Gurukul World School to bring affordable, child-friendly education closer to local families.
With nearly four decades of service and over 3,500 flying hours, Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit will succeed Amar Preet Singh as Air Chief on October 31.
Cornell Students Protest Over Gang-Rape Complaint; Independent Review Ordered
Cornell is facing mounting pressure after students protested its handling of a 2024 sexual assault allegation involving Chi Phi fraternity members.
RBI Hikes Repo Rate To 5.5% For 1st Time Since 2023: What It Means For Your Loans, EMIs
The RBI raised its repo rate by 25 basis points to 5.5% as inflation risks intensified, while signalling that rate cuts are unlikely in the near term.
CJP plans nationwide protests amid state notices, social media restrictions, and detention concerns.
From Harmanpreet Kaur To Smriti Mandhana: Indian Women
Smriti Mandhana succeeds Harmanpreet Kaur as Indias full-time white-ball captain, beginning a new chapter after a historic World Cup triumph.
4 Students Die After Toxic Gas Exposure Inside 12-Ft-Deep Water Tank In UP
Four students died after suspected toxic gas exposure inside a 12-to-14-foot-deep underground water tank at a residential Sanskrit gurukulam in Vrindavan.
Meet Bela Joshi, The Bengaluru Mother Redefining Autism Support For 100+ Individuals
After years searching for meaningful support for her autistic son, Bela Joshi helped build a personalised learning space for others.
Delhi HC PIL Seeks Mandatory Bodycams For Police, RAF Amid Protest Misconduct Allegations
The plea seeks mandatory body cameras and strict rules for storing and using footage, as Delhi Police begins deploying bodycams.
NCW Seeks Stricter Safety For Women In App-Based Rides, From Driver Checks To 60-Second SOS Response
The NCW has asked states and UTs to strengthen safeguards, emergency response and accountability across app-based transport services for women.
FSSAI Recalls Everest Cumin Powder Batch After 2 Tests Find Excess Pesticide Residues
FSSAI has ordered the recall of Everest cumin powder batch E080668761 after two tests found pesticide residues above permitted limits.
Maharashtra To Impose Minimum 10% Water Cut In Urban, Rural Areas From Oct 16 Amid Rainfall Deficit
Maharashtra has mandated a 10% water cut across all civic bodies alongside strict industrial recycling norms from October 16.
G Srikanth: The Techie Who Braved Land Mafia Threats to Build a 25-Acre Forest
G Srikanth grew up in the quiet town of Gudiyatham in Tamil Nadus Vellore district, where his daily walk to school was framed by the lush green canopy of a social forest along the Palar river. The chirping of birds and the rustle of trees stayed with him even after he graduated in computer science []
From menstrual health to livelihoods, Namrata Dutta Karamchandani helps women and girls overcome barriers.
Name Tag Lagao: Dipke, Ashutosh Ranka React After Delhi Police Issues Guidelines For Journalists
Name Tag Lagao: Dipke and Ranka Call Out Delhi Polices Advisory Directing Journalists While Cops Skip Badges.
How much does your fan really add to the electricity bill? The answer depends on how, where and how often you use it.
Not Even A Comma Changed: ECI Sources Defend Form 6 Amid Supreme Court Scrutiny
The Supreme Court has sought Election Commission records after questioning whether an additional SIR declaration effectively altered Form 6.
From Hockey Gold To Historic Firsts: Indian Women Shine At Asian Games 2026
From ending a 44-year hockey wait to winning historic individual golds, Indian women delivered a landmark Asian Games campaign across eight sports.
Inspired by her own journey from rural classrooms to Miranda House, Sakshi is helping out-of-school children return to education and stay there.
People of Purpose: From Seeing Inequality to Shaping Bridgestone CSR, Ranu Kulshrestha
At Bridgestone India, Ranu Kulshrestha is pushing CSR beyond completed projects towards meaningful choices, dignity and lasting community impact.
In 2022, Kirti Sharmas farmer father borrowed 60,000 from a local commission agent for her recurve bow, years before she helped India win its first womens recurve team gold at the Asian Games.
People of Purpose: Once A School Dropout, Dilip Suthar Now Works With 12,000 Children And 200 Youth
Once a school dropout himself, Dilip Suthar now works to expand meaningful learning opportunities for children and youth facing educational barriers.
Supreme Court Issues Notice To Centre, ECI Over CEC Gyanesh Kumar; 14 Objections Under Scrutiny
The Supreme Court has sought responses over allegations of unilateral ECI decisions, while refusing to suspend CEC Gyanesh Kumar for now.
Spain Housing Crisis: Around 70,000 Protest In Madrid As Rent Anger Sweeps Across 50 Cities
Tens of thousands protested across Spain after Parliament rejected measures to protect tenants amid soaring rents and housing shortages.
Every Woman Should Feel Safe: SC Tells Centre, Delhi Police To Ensure Womens Safety
Hearing suo motu petitions on recent assaults, the SC has directed authorities to move beyond paperwork and enforce visible deterrence across Delhis transit networks and public parks.
India Finishes Fourth With 85 Medals, 21 Golds And Historic Breakthroughs At Asian Games 2026
India's Aichi-Nagoya campaign produced 85 medals, including 21 golds, with historic breakthroughs in archery, golf, shooting and team sports.
How IFS Officer Dr Jitendra Ramgaokar Uses AI To Protect Maharashtra Wildlife
IFS Officer Dr. Jitendra Ramgaokar combines AI conflict alerts, solar fencing, and community ecotourism to protect Maharashtra wildlife.
8 Family Members Deleted, Living Voters Marked
Families and living voters say their names were wrongly removed or marked dead as Karnatakas SIR exercise faces scrutiny.
From Illegal Opium to Aranyak: How an IFS Officer Helped Gaya Find a New Path to Conservation
As DFO, Abhishek Kumar linked moringa, women-led enterprises, forest products and markets to make conservation economically meaningful for Gayas communities.
West Bengal To Implement UCC Within 6 Months, Says CM Suvendu Adhikari
Suvendu Adhikari has promised to implement a Uniform Civil Code in Bengal within six months, followed by stricter laws on religious conversion.
Three Days Of Delhi Anti-SIR Protests: 100+ Held, 15 Cops Injured
Delhis three-day anti-SIR protests saw mass detentions, clashes and growing questions over electoral transparency and democratic dissent.
NHRC Registers Suo Motu Case Over Alleged Involvement Of Minors At Mumbai CJP Protest, Seeks Reports
Following viral clips and complaints of minors attending an unauthorised Mumbai rally, the NHRC has directed state police, child welfare bodies, and digital platforms to investigate and safeguard the children's welfare.
From Assam Village To Padma Shri: Nuruddin Ahmed
After shaping over 450 mobile theatre productions and 5,600 plays, Assams celebrated art director Nuruddin Ahmed has received the Padma Shri for his contribution to art.
Delhi Police Transfers 3 Journalists
Three women journalists allege sexual harassment during Delhi protests as complaints move to Crime Branch for investigation.
Who Is Hamam Al-Hammami, The Omani Co-Pilot Accused In Flydubai Attack?
The 29-year-old Omani co-pilot is at the centre of an investigation into the alleged cockpit attack and his reported aviation history.
Flydubai Co-Pilot Accused of Terror Attack Had Earlier Been Barred From Flying in Oman
The Omani co-pilot accused of attacking the captain mid-flight had reportedly been barred from flying in Oman over alleged extremist concerns before joining Flydubai.
Tamil Nadus Vettri Payanam expands free travel to more government bus services, with no income ceiling or daily trip limit for eligible women and transgender passengers.
Flydubai Incident: Indian Pilot
Despite sustaining critical injuries during a Flydubai cockpit assault mid-air, Captain Smit Machchhar unlocked the flight deck to allow crew and passengers to overpower the rogue co-pilot, averting a tragic crash.
Seventeen-year-old Kumkum Mohod defeated South Koreas Oh Yejin in a shoot-off to win Indias first-ever Asian Games individual recurve gold.
People of Purpose: Aarshiya Das
Aarshiya Das and her co-founders are building a community-led education model combining dropout prevention, foundational learning and STEM pathways in Pune.
Delhi Police Files At Least 3 FIRs Over Jantar Mantar Protest Against CEC Gyanesh Kumar: Reports
Delhi Police registered three FIRs after protesters demanding CEC Gyanesh Kumars resignation were stopped from gathering at Jantar Mantar, with nearly 1,000 people detained.
75-Year-Old Man Dies Of Heart Attack While Attending CJP Protest At Mumbai
A Thane resident who travelled to Shivaji Park for the CJP protest developed chest pain and later died during treatment at a nearby hospital.
From Allegations To Celebrities Joining Protesters: What We Know About The CJP Protest
Thousands assembled peacefully at Mumbai's Shivaji Park under the CJP banner, issuing a firm ultimatum for the Chief Election Commissioner's resignation by 10 October while authorities exercised strategic restraint.
A Shivaji Park resident has complained against CJP leaders, alleging disruption after the October 2 protest proceeded despite permission being denied.
CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke announced a fresh Delhi protest after thousands gathered in Mumbai demanding CEC Gyanesh Kumars resignation over the SIR row.
Abhijeet Dipke Go Back: Slogans Raised Against CJP Founder Amid Mumbai Protest
A group calling itself Gen Next Mumbai staged a counter-protest against CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke as his supporters gathered at Shivaji Park demanding the CECs resignation.
Maharashtra CM Fadnavis Hits Out At CJP Over CEC Protest, Says
Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis defended the Election Commission as CJP and civil society groups protested in Mumbai.
CJP spokesperson Ashutosh Ranka has urged Mumbaikars to join its October 2 protest demanding CEC Gyanesh Kumars resignation and accountability.
The village has more stories | Amazon Prime Video's 'Dupahiya Season 2'
The village has more stories | Amazon Prime Video's 'Dupahiya Season 2'
India in focus | Indian cinema @ Busan International Film Festival 2026
India in focus | Indian cinema @ Busan International Film Festival 2026
Horror in the halls | TVF's 'The Vvaan Force of the Forrest'
Horror in the halls | TVF's 'The Vvaan Force of the Forrest'
Keeping the faith | Bharatbala's 'Ramnami'
Keeping the faith | Bharatbala's 'Ramnami'
Humans, dreamed and taken apart | 'Friends' exhibition @ Akar Prakar, Kolkata
Humans, dreamed and taken apart | 'Friends' exhibition @ Akar Prakar, Kolkata
Making of a mahanayak | Uttam Kumar centenary @ Kolkata Centre for Creativity
Making of a mahanayak | Uttam Kumar centenary @ Kolkata Centre for Creativity
Monumental milestones | Art Alive Gallery @ 25
Monumental milestones | Art Alive Gallery @ 25
The human cost | Tabish Khair's 'Drown All the Refugees'
The human cost | Tabish Khair's 'Drown All the Refugees'
Inquilab Zindabad: Delhi Ex-CM Atishi, AAP Leaders Among 700+ Detained In Protest Against CEC
Atishi, Saurabh Bharadwaj and other protesters were detained as political and student groups gathered over SIR and demanded the CECs resignation.
What If We Turned To Our Smartphones For Relief Instead Of Distraction?
Can a 60-second experience change how we see a stressful thought? Marc Balabans Pixel Thoughts puts it to test.
Neha Bora, Yogendra Yadav Among Several Detained At Jantar Mantar Protest, Internet Suspended
Neha Bora, Yogendra Yadav and other protesters were detained in Delhi as authorities imposed restrictions around Jantar Mantar over the planned demonstration.
The injured Indian pilot spoke to PM Modi about the ordeal as the Prime Minister praised his bravery and wished him a quick recovery.
CJP Co-Convener Ashutosh Ranka Says Founder Abhijeet Dipke Wasn
CJP rubbished rumours claiming founder Abhijeet Dipke was taken into custody ahead of the planned demonstrations demanding the resignation of CEC Gyanesh Kumar.
AAP Delhi chief Saurabh Bharadwaj was reportedly detained during a Jantar Mantar protest.
Entry and exit at 11 Metro stations have been closed as Delhi tightens security ahead of a proposed October 2 protest against CEC Gyanesh Kumar.
Delhi Police denied permission for the October 2 Jantar Mantar protest, while heightened security and 11 Metro station closures disrupted central Delhi.
Forest Officer Umesh Bagotia Is Helping Restore Rajasthan
At Rajasthans Tal Chhapar Wildlife Sanctuary, Umesh Bagotia is helping restore native grasslands through habitat management, water conservation, wildlife care and community participation.
A Youth Congress march demanding CEC Gyanesh Kumars resignation escalated into a nearly three-hour clash with SFI workers in Thiruvananthapuram, prompting tear gas and police action.
Khagaria School Staircase Collapse Kills 1 Student, Injures Several; 3-Member Probe Ordered
A government primary school staircase collapsed in Khagaria, killing a student and injuring several others, prompting a technical probe and district-wide safety audit.
UP To Increase Disability Pension Again, From
Uttar Pradesh will increase its 1,000 monthly disability pension again while expanding rehabilitation centres and outreach to excluded beneficiaries.
CM Vijay Felicitates Coimbatore Cop Who Clung To SUV For 40 Km To Stop Gutkha Smugglers
Tamil Nadu CM C Joseph Vijay personally honoured Head Constable M Velmurugan after his nearly 40-km pursuit of suspected gutkha smugglers.
Commercial LPG Cylinder Price Increased By
The 19-kg commercial LPG cylinder now costs 2,810 in Delhi, raising fuel costs for businesses as festive-season demand begins.
How IFS Officer N Jayaraj Uses AI Surveillance To Protect Elephants In Tamil Nadu
IFS Officer N. Jayaraj deployed AI surveillance in Madukkarai, enabling 1,698 safe elephant crossings with zero train collisions.
Assam: Mazin Mukhtar, Parmita Sarma
Founded by Mazin Mukhtar and Parmita Sarma, Akshar School connects plastic recycling with education, vocational skills and environmental responsibility.
Who Is Smit Machchhar? Indian Pilot Who Helped Save 174 Lives From Alleged Crash Attempt
Mumbai-born Captain Smit Machchhar built a 15-year aviation career before being praised for his reported actions during an alleged mid-air attack.
Trump, Netanyahu, Modi Praise Indian Pilot Who Helped Save 174 Aboard Flydubai Flight, Call Him A
Captain Smit Machchhar was seriously injured during a cockpit confrontation but reportedly helped passengers and crew avert a major disaster.
From Pilot Getting Stabbed To Alleged Attacker Held: What We Know So Far About Flydubai Incident
Flydubai captain allegedly stabbed mid-air by co-pilot, then opened cockpit door as passengers subdued attacker before landing safely.
Supreme Court Questions 10X Cancer Drug Markup, Seeks Centre
The Supreme Court has questioned steep medicine markups and hospital pharmacy restrictions, asking the Centre to examine stronger pricing safeguards.
Most-Wanted LeT Terrorist Killed In Budgam Encounter In Jammu
Sulaiman Shah alias Musa, wanted over alleged attacks across the Pir Panjal range, was killed during a joint Army, J&K Police and CRPF operation near Yousmarg.
Meet Vithya Ramraj: Truck Driver
In a breakthrough 2026 Asian Games campaign, Vithya Ramraj broke PT Ushas 42-year-old record and won gold, silver and bronze.
Hearing a PIL flagging the absence of night-time driver checks across Delhi-NCR, the Delhi HC has directed ride-hailing platforms and governments to explain their passenger safety protocols.
India Clinch 3rd Archery Gold as Men
Sahil Jadhav, Kushal Dalal and Ganesh Mani Ratnam Thirumuru staged a comeback to edge China by one point and complete Indias compound team gold sweep.
People of Purpose: Monica Pesswani
Through The Apprentice Project, Monica Pesswani is helping children move beyond marks to question, create, solve problems and shape their futures.
Axis Bank Foundations Sustainable Livelihood Programme empowers rural households across India through diversified income models, water security, and community partnerships.
Dead Rat Allegedly Found In Dosa At Borivali
A customers complaint over an alleged dead rat in a Mysore masala dosa has led to FDA action against the Borivali eatery.
Another Gold For India: Neeru Dhanda
Neeru Dhanda and Kynan Chenai overcame a difficult start to win Indias first Asian Games mixed-team trap gold with a record 34 hits.
