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111 Taluks Of North Karnataka Experience Prolonged Dry Spell, Says DyCM
The State Government, he said, will assess the drought situation across the State including areas falling under Red zone and Yellow zone categories to help the State Cabinet to discuss and initiate appropriate measures to tackle drought.
Several WhatsApp users say their accounts 'put under review'
The disruption was highlighted around 8 p.m. IST when users started facing the issue without any prior warning from the Meta group's messaging app
FTCCI, TGSPDCL Hold Solar Consultation
K. Srinivas, cochair of FTCCIs energy committee, said Jitesh Patil assured that grievances of PMKUSUM farmers under which 1,400 MW of projects are underwaysuch as transmission problems and disputes with neighbouring farmers would be addressed immediately.
Sheshnarayan To Lead HCA Districts Development Committee
The Committee will work in alignment with the vision of the Single Member Committee to promote transparent, inclusive and sustainable growth of cricket throughout Telangana.
Heavy Rain: Schools Shut In Dakshina Kannada, Udupi On Aug 4
In Dakshina Kannada, the holiday has been declared with different schedules for the two subdivisions based on the prevailing weather conditions.
Govt Committed To Strengthening Women SHGs: Seethakka
The minister also advised farmers to adopt crop diversification instead of relying on a single crop and to make effective use of farm ponds for irrigation.
Arhaan Is Day's Top Scorer In League Cricket
Cambridge XI posted the days highest total of 386
SC Seeks Diplomatic Effort To Find Missing Sailor
The apex court was hearing a plea filed by Sandeep Kumar Gupta, elder brother of the missing seafarer, seeking directions to the Ministry of External Affairs to coordinate with Indian embassies in Ukraine and Romania to undertake search and rescue operations.
After success of students protest, Kisan Morcha plans to hit streets
Illegally Raise Taxes: 25 US States Sue Trump Over New Tariffs
Twenty-five states sued the Trump administration Monday over its latest tariffs, calling them a pretext for replacing import taxes the Supreme Court struck down in February.
Two Minor Brothers Sexually Assaulted by Seniors at Serlingampally Govt Residential School
The young victims initially remained silent and did not inform the hostel management
22 Students Fall Ill; Food Poisoning At Private School Hostel
The incident occurred at the hostel of AVM School. According to the students, they had vomiting and stomach pain after lunch. The food, they said, had a plastic-like smell.
'This is Irans last chance': Trumps stark ultimatum as Tehran faces final offer for peace talks
Baghel asks workers to beware of traitors within Punjab Congress
Addressing the gathering in Bathinda, he said the next elections will not be fought by the candidates alone, but by the entire partys rank and file, underlining the need for strengthening the organisation at the grassroots level
AI and cyber, the double helix of todays security threats
Artificial intelligence and cyber threats pose unprecedented challenges to global security and economic stability
Critical minerals, the foundation of strategic power
Critical mineral security will define Indias industrial and strategic trajectory
US Trial Opens On UN Worker Killed In Boeing 737 MAX Crash
A US court will hear claims from Ryan's survivors in order to determine damages, in one of the final civil claims stemming from two MAX calamities in 2018 and 2019 that together claimed 346 lives.
Proof of life: On the Registration of Births and Deaths (Amendment) Bill 2026
Bureaucratic paperwork must not result in exclusion
Congress Holds Protest Against Gadkari Over E20 Fuel Row, Demands His Resignation
Chanting slogans against the viability of E20 fuel, Youth Congress activists marched from Mahal's Chitnivis Park Square to Union Minister Nitin Gadkaris private residence nearby.
FIFA foul: On the shelved FIFA Forward Enterprise
Footballs governing body must embrace fairness, not chase profit
State Govt Finalises Guidelines For Gig Workers Welfare Act, New Law Likely From Aug. 15
The Legislature had passed the Bill on March 30 this year. It was referred to Governor Shiv Pratap Shukla for assent.
The undermining of institutional opposition
The extreme centralisation of power has been steadily undermining the resilience within Indian political institutions
Quote of the day by John Keats: John Keats believed self-criticism surpasses external praise or blame. His love of beauty made him a severe judge of his own creations. This perspective emphasizes personal standards over public approval for true satisfaction. Keats, a celebrated Romantic poet, died young from tuberculosis.
'They want IDs for groceries, not voting?': Trump rips Mamdani's ID plan for govt-run stores in NYC
'Flavouring neutral alcohol isn't right in spirit'
The FSSAI has prohibited adding rum or whisky flavour to spirits. This practice misrepresents the true nature of alcoholic beverages and misleads consumers. Manufacturers were found using neutral alcohol and adding identical flavouring substances. Several companies, including United Spirits, faced prohibitions and notices. The regulator stressed that characteristic taste should develop naturally through base ingredients.
In 1868, an American woman inventor created a machine that changed the future and led to the mass manufacture of flat-bottom paper bags still widely used to carry groceries all around the world. Margaret E. Knight developed a machine that changed paper bag production. Her invention reduced manual work and helped businesses produce square-bottom paper bags on a large scale. She later earned many patents and became one of the most productive women inventors in American history.
Quote of the day by George Eliot remains relevant because they remind us that companionship does not always need complicated explanations. Sometimes the most comforting friend is the one who simply stays nearby. Animals can offer affection without demanding perfection, presence without interrogation and companionship without unnecessary judgment.
Former Kadapa Airport AGM Gets 3-Year Jail Term In Bribery Case
Srinivasan, who had also served as in-charge airport director, was found guilty of accepting a bribe of 50,000.
Satya Kumar Calls for Audit on PSA Plants, High Purchase of Liquid Medical Oxygen
Health Minister Satya Kumar Yadav has ordered an audit of idle PSA oxygen plants and liquid medical oxygen purchases made by government hospitals during and after the Covid-19 pandemic.
SC expands ambit of Sec 498A to cover cruelty in live-ins too
The Supreme Court has extended legal protection to live-in relationships. These relationships are now covered under Section 498A of the IPC. The court stated that the law must adapt to changing societal norms. Cruelty within such relationships will now be punishable by law. This decision aims to protect women from domestic violence and harassment.
High Mast Floodlight Collapses at Railway Stadium in Visakhapatnam
A 35-metre high mast floodlight collapsed at the Railway Grounds in Visakhapatnam during strong winds and thunderstorms, with no injuries reported.
Govt to sell up to 6.5% in LIC at 382/share; to add 31k crore to disinvestment kitty
If fully subscribed, the sale of over 82.22 crore shares or a 6.5% stake at the given floor price will fetch about 31,000 crore to the disinvestment kitty
Harish Rao Slaps Defamation Notices on Addanki, Sama Ram Mohan
BRS leader T. Harish Rao has served legal notices to Congress leaders Addanki Dayakar and Sama Ram Mohan Reddy, demanding an unconditional apology over alleged defamatory remarks.
Strait Of Hormuz Could Reopen By Tomorrow, Says Trump Amid Iran Talks
The US President further claimed Washington had been prepared to launch a major military operation against Iran before diplomatic interventions from regional countries.
State to Use Central Funds for SC, ST Fees
The reforms are aimed at ensuring zero fee arrears, timely release of scholarships and full utilisation of Central assistance.
DU student alleges Meta restricted four CJP protest videos
Quote of the day by Roald Dahl: Roald Dahl's quote describes adults as the enemy of children during socialization. This perspective reflects the reality of teaching societal rules and moral behavior. Learning kindness and responsibility takes time, and adults guide this essential development.
First-Year Intermediate Admissions Up 14% In Govt Junior Colleges
The surge in admissions reflects strong public trust fuelled by extensive student-centric welfare initiatives, high-tech pedagogical upgrades, strategic global industry collaborations, and robust funding
Parliament watch: Centre says no STT rethink as F&O activity remains strong
The government has no plans to review the securities transaction tax structure. Trade volumes in futures and options remain strong after the rate hike. No coal royalty revision is planned, as decided in 2020. The finance minister stated this in a reply tabled in Parliament. This indicates continued market activity and government policy stability.
'Tell us what happened during COVID': 3 states go after Fauci despite Biden's pardon & Fifth plea
The dilemma over PM SHRI in Kerala
The UDF is caught between the need for central funds and maintaining its integrity
'I have withdrawn all legal cases against mother,' says Samir Modi
Samir Modi has withdrawn all legal cases against his mother, Bina Modi. This action comes amid ongoing efforts to settle the distribution of the late KK Modi legacy. Both brothers have blamed their mother for not following the family trust's distribution plan. Modi expressed his desire for family reconciliation and stated he is a builder. He is hopeful that the family will reconcile and that legacies are beyond companies.
Train Services Resume Through Ghat Section After Landslip Clearance
The route is a key rail link connecting Coastal Karnataka with the hinterland and Bengaluru.
Govt cuts 16,688 crore in tax disputes after appeal threshold hike
The government withdrew thousands of tax appeals after raising litigation limits. This action reduced disputed tax demand by over sixteen thousand six hundred eighty-eight crore rupees. Appeals were withdrawn from the ITAT, High Courts, and Supreme Court levels. Additionally, many new appeals were not filed by the department. This policy change significantly lowered the overall tax litigation burden.
Delhi High Court denies bail to former AAP legislator Naresh Balyan in MCOCA case
Court says material collected during investigation prima facie indicates nexus with organised crime syndicate; it adds that evidence placed by prosecution sufficient to justify invocation of stringent law
NTCA to Probe Missing AP Tigers, Calls for Vigilance Against Poaching
The National Tiger Conservation Authority has launched a probe into missing tigers in the Nagarjunasagar-Srisailam Tiger Reserve and urged all tiger-bearing states to strengthen anti-poaching measures.
I-Day security: Delhi Police uses eParikshan app to identify 14,000 premises along Red Fort route
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Goa sees 10% rise in road mishaps; 142 dead in 6 mnths
Amresh Parab Panaji Goa witnessed a 10% surge in road accidents during the first six months of this year, recording 1,324 mishaps compared to 1,196 in the corresponding period in 2025. Despite the overall rise, over 58% (775 cases) were non-injury accidents where only vehicles suffered damage. However, the state recorded 136 fatal accidents that []
Disappointment Over Cabinet List Triggers Protests Across Districts
A protest was witnessed in Sindhanur of Raichur district, where supporters of five-time Congress MLA Hampanagouda Badarli erupted in protest after his name was missing from the final list of ministers.
1.28 lakh people in seven Assam districts reel under floods; toll rises to 87 with two more deaths
The Assam State Disaster Management Authority (ASDMA), in its report, said both the deaths were reported from the worst-hit Sivasagar district
Lokesh Lauds TD Cadre as Intintiki Telugu Desam Reaches 20 Lakh Households
N. Lokesh praised TDP leaders and workers after the party's Intintiki Telugu Desam outreach programme crossed the 20 lakh household mark across Andhra Pradesh.
Saving lives through organ donation
National Organ Donation Day was observed on August 3 to honour the families who chose to donate the organs of their loved ones after brain death and to encourage more people to pledge their organs GABRIEL PEREIRA One deceased organ donor can save up to eight lives through organ donation and improve the lives of []
Managing insects in monsoon crops
MIGUEL BRAGANZA Climate change has become a reality, and this years prolonged dry spells between periods of rain have allowed insect populations to multiply. The white-winged caseworm moth lays its eggs on rice paddy leaves. The caterpillars that hatch feed on the leaves, rolling them into cigar-shaped cocoons or cases. They then cut themselves free []
Three theatrical works by Jyoti Sinari unveiled
Phoenix Creations publication, Vhalshi, Bicholim, recently released three plays written by Jyoti Vyankatesh Sinari at the Gram Panchayat Hall, Amona. The collection includes Dharti Aaba, inspired by the life of tribal freedom fighter Birsa Munda and published by the Goa Konkani Akademi; Sankasur Kalo, a book on traditional drama; and Best of Luck, a Hindi []
Woman teacher stabbed to death at Faridabad school; attacker arrested
Special rice sales counters opened in Vizag Rythu Bazars
Eight A.P. players selected for National U-19 Chess Championship
JFC players urge Tata Group to rethink ISL exit
Pronay Halder, Albino Gomes say closure will hurt Indian football New Delhi: India internationals Pronay Halder and Albino Gomes on Monday urged the Tata Group to reconsider its decision to pull Jamshedpur FC out of the Indian Super League (ISL), saying the clubs closure would be a setback for young footballers and Indian football. Jamshedpur []
High-Power Committee proposed to address tribal issues in ASR district
Lakshmi Yojana eligibility norms restrictive: Kejriwal
Bumrah setback puts BCCIs Centre of Excellence under scanner
New Delhi: A communication gap between the BCCI Centre of Excellences (CoE) sports science and medical team and the senior national selection committee has come under scrutiny after Jasprit Bumrah was ruled out of the upcoming two-Test series against Sri Lanka. It is learnt that the selectors were initially led to believe Bumrah would be []
Protester, mother in hiding after continued harassment over abusive remarks on PM
World Anglo-Indian Day observed in Visakhapatnam
Don Bosco College Panaji reign supreme in womens judo
VM Salgaocar Law College finish runner-up, Riyansha bags best judoka award Peddem: Don Bosco College, Panaji, were crowned overall champions in the Goa University Inter-Collegiate Womens Judo Championship 2026-27 at the SAG Multipurpose Hall, Peddem. VM Salgaocar College of Law, Miramar, finished runners-up, while Rosary College of Commerce and Arts, Navelim, claimed third place. Don []
HTBF seeks Andhra University support for scholarship outreach
21,522 candidates to appear for AP TET in Visakhapatnam
Nakkeeran Gopal booked for remarks on Karur stampede
CM hopeful of quick resolution to ST quota issue as tribals plan protest
NT Reporter Panaji Chief Minister Pramod Sawant has said that the state government has already urged the Centre to expedite the implementation of Scheduled Tribe (ST) reservation in Goa, assuring that personal efforts to resolve the issue are ongoing. Speaking to reporters, Sawant expressed confidence that the central government will move forward with the proposal []
Treat water as infrastructure that must be built, paid for: CEA
Prashant Kishor wrests Assembly seat vacated by BJP chief Nabin
Cong wins MPs Datia, saffron party retains Manjalpur New Delhi: The BJP on Monday faced embarrassing defeats in Assembly bypolls in Bankipur of Bihar, where Jan Suraaj Party founder Prashant Kishor wrested the seat vacated by the ruling party chief Nitin Nabin, as well as in Madhya Pradeshs Datia, lending ammunition to the Opposition, which []
Suryapet Nurse Stranded In Saudi After Accident, Family Seeks CM Revanth's Help
Gugulot Sunitha, a native of Urthi Kammapadu in Chivvemla mandal of Suryapet district, travelled to Saudi Arabia in September of 2024 after completing her BSc Nursing.
Thirupparankundram lamp case: Nagenthran says SC not inclined to grant interim relief to T.N. govt.
Psychology says people who learn a great deal from movies aren't simply watching stories for entertainment. Research explains that many people learn by observing characters, situations, and emotions shown on screen. Psychology connects this behavior with observational learning, empathy, mirror neurons, and narrative transport. These ideas explain why films can shape thinking, improve emotional understanding, support self-reflection, and help people apply lessons from fictional stories to real-life situations.
Revised DPR not received by Cauvery Water Tribunal: MoS Choudhury tells Kamal Haasan
India shines beyond traditional strengths at CWG
India exceeded expectations by finishing fourth with 39 medals at the 2026 Commonwealth Games, despite the exclusion of several traditional medal-winning sports. Record-breaking boxing, a landmark judo campaign and consistent para success reflected the nation's growing sporting depth.
Rising Rivers Inundate Bridges, Fields in Belagavi District
The Krishna river swelled following heavy inflows, submerging the KuduchiUgarkhurd bridge in Raibag taluk. Police officials erected barricades to stop movement on this route.
Pochettino to stay as USA coach until 2030 World Cup
The 54-year-old took over in 2024 and led the USA to the last 16 at the recent World Cup, which they co-hosted with Canada and Mexico
Minister Anand inspects areas along the Adyar river
Manufacturing activity hits 5-year low as growth of new orders slows
The HSBC Purchasing Managers' Index, compiled by S&P Global, fell to 53.5 in July from 54.2 in June and 59.1 a year earlier. A reading above 50 indicates expansion, while one below signals contraction. The latest reading was also below the series' long-run average of 54.2. The pace of growth in new orders was the second slowest in more than four years. Survey respondents said advertising efforts and resilient demand continued to support sales, although increasingly challenging market conditions and weaker client interest in key products weighed on overall expansion.
Lok Sabha passes SC Judges Amendment Bill in 10 mins amid din
The Lok Sabha passed the Supreme Court (Number of Judges) Amendment Bill, 2026, increasing the strength to thirty-eight judges. This legislative action occurred amidst ongoing opposition protests concerning police actions and alleged temple donation theft. The government also introduced bills to modernize the Indian Statistical Institute and update bankers' book evidence. These proceedings took place with minimal debate and significant legislative activity.
Kurnool Sona Rice Prices Surge; Civil Supplies Caps Retail Rate at 52/kg
According to civil supplies officials, the price rise cannot be attributed solely to reduced cultivation in parts of Kurnool, Nandyal and Anantapur districts.
A rare 1858 book has finally returned to an Australian library after an estimated 150 years, but its mystery borrower cannot be found. The forgotten Antiquities of Athens could have carried a staggering $19,500 overdue fine today. The returned book will be displayed in the librarys local history collection.
A Cabinet expansion in Karnataka with twists, turns and heartbreak
The Cabinet expansion had its twists and turns as the initial list released in the morning underwent changes till the swearing-in at Lok Bhavan in the evening, causing confusion amid legislators not finding their names in the list
Govt To Sell Up To 6.5% Stake In LIC Via OFS At 382 Floor Price
The government currently remains the majority shareholder in LIC and has been gradually reducing its stake since the insurer's market debut.
Giant Antarctic lakes discovered: Scientists discovered two giant lakes beneath Antarctica's ice sheet. These lakes are the second and third largest known subglacial bodies. Researchers believe these ancient lakes may harbor unique, untouched ecosystems. Heat from Earth's core and insulating ice prevent the water from freezing.
Congresss decision to name legislators for Constitutional posts draws flak
The Congresss decision to name its leaders for constitutional posts in the Legislative Assembly and the Legislative Council in its letterhead and make it public has come under flak
SIR: Form-6, declaration forms given to all BLOs, says CEO
Kauvery Hospital, The Hindu to host webinar on vascular health
Titled Vascular Health: Prevention, Healing and Limb Protection, the webinar, part of Kauvery Hospitals wellness series, will be held at 11.30 a.m on August 5
Vozinha arrives in Chile to sign for Colo-Colo
Vozinha, 40, will sign a six-month contract, with the possibility of a one-year extension, on Monday (August 3, 2026) after undergoing a medical and he will start training on Tuesday (August 4)
