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Bigger profile comes with a formidable challenge for Deepak Mhaskey
The 58-year-old Chemistry professor-turned-politician from Chhattisgarh was named BJPs new national social media convener
Mandar, Anthony And Suresh Are Table Tennis Champions
In the mens 60-64 age final, R. J. Harikrishna defeated P. Suresh
NRR Accuses Cong. Of Betraying BCs, Undermining Reservations
Even in the GHMC elections, Rao said, claiming that in several BC-reserved seats, Majlis-backed and Muslim candidates have been elected as corporators under the BC umbrella, a trend he said was not seen earlier.
Trump pauses Big Bend border project amid bipartisan backlash in Texas
Trump pauses Big Bend border project amid bipartisan backlash in Texas
Football Tourney For Under-9 To 17 Age Groups
The Emmanuel Sports Club is conducting 13th Subramaniam Memorial Football Tournament
Gaza ceasefire plan hangs as Netanyahu-Kushner talks end without clarity
Gaza ceasefire plan hangs as NetanyahuKushner talks end without clarity
The North Node entering Aquarius on August 18, 2026, signals a new chapter. This astrological shift encourages innovation and fresh approaches to success for many. Gemini, Virgo, Pisces, and Sagittarius are poised for significant personal growth and opportunity. These signs may find new skills or clearer paths to achieving their goals. Embracing change and unconventional methods will attract greater abundance during this period.
PDP chief Mehbooba says she is dimagi Naxal; NC blames her for Article 370 abrogation
Hyderabad Set To Host Three Major Shooting Competitions
The three competitions being conducted are: Second Telangana Big Bore Shooting Competition; Deccan Elite Open Big Bore Grand Prix and Second Super Big Bore Open Shooting Competition.
Eight million plants now grow on concrete columns along a ring road. These vertical gardens utilize hydroponic felt pouches and recycled materials for growth. Water for the plants comes from collected road drainage and filtered rainwater. Advertising rights fund this innovative project, not city money.
Ayansh, Hiyan And Parivita Win Tennis Titles
The tournament featured young players
Ananya, Dhruva, Arnav Top Equestrian Challenge
Archi riders topped four of the six classes contested
UN laments 'unacceptable' toll of 350 aid workers killed in 2025
Since the start of 2026, 82 more aid workers have been killed, 97 injured and 39 abducted worldwide
No student should be cheated: Jharkhand's Devendra Mahato after ending hunger strike
No student should be cheated Jharkhands Devendra Mahato after ending hunger strike
Hyderabad Volleyball Team Is Now Telugu Black Hawks
While Hyderabad is its home, the community around the Black Hawks extends far beyond the boundaries of one city.
Farm Ponds Offer Lifeline to Telangana Farmer
Officials caution that farm ponds must be combined with field bunding, groundwater recharge and drip or sprinkler irrigation.
Indian sailors SOS: Company asking us to risk lives, cross Strait of Hormuz
Forward Seamens Union of India has said that the shipowners and managers of AM Pioneer are pressuring the Master to force its 16 Indian crew to transit the high-risk Strait of Hormuz
Death of a Trinamool leader and corruption taint in Bengal politics
Candidates seeking appointment to 5,512 Junior Assistant posts announced a peaceful protest outside the UPSSSC office on Tuesday to press for the publication of their final merit list
SC Directs Meta Accounts of AAP Gujarat to Be Restored
Senior advocate Shadan Farasat and advocates Siddhant Sharma and Talha Abdul Rahman appeared for AAP.
Karoline Leavitts Replacement? Trump Turns to Fox News Star With Surprise Offer | WATCH
President Trump may already have a name in mind to replace Karoline Leavitt as White House Press Secretary. During a Fox News interview recently, Trump unexpectedly pointed to correspondent Alexis McAdams and asked, How about you? He then told her, Ive always liked you. With Leavitt preparing to leave the White House at the end of August, speculation is growing over Trumps next press secretary. Heres what happened and why McAdams suddenly found herself in the spotlight.
'Corruption Deeper Than Trump...': Jon Ossoff Declares Midterm War With Brutal 'Mar-A-Lago' Attack
The Mar-A-Lago Mafia took corruption to greater heights, said Democrat senator Jon Ossoff in a scathing attack on Donald Trump. Addressing a rally in Atlanta, Ossoff said the underlying system was already deeply compromised long before Trump entered politics. Ossoff describes Washington as coin operated, where moneys in, favors out, and argues that corporate money, billionaire spending, lobbyists have distorted American democracy for years.
HCA Picks Players Across Sections For Fitness Assessment Camp
The Hyderabad Cricket Association has released a list of men players from different categories for the Fitness Assessment & Camp.
HCA Open Trials For Women, Men Cricketers From Districts
The registration links for the Womens Open Selection Trials and Mens Districts Talent Hunt/Open Selection Trials are available on the official HCA websites
Revanth Mocks BRS Claims on TIMS
The Chief Minister said he had no objection to their visit but recalled how the leaders later went to the mental hospital located behind the TIMS facility.
Aaron, Harsha, Devendar Best In B Division League Cricket
Mahmood posted the highest total of the day.
Pistol reels lead MP cops to Rs 3 cr cash in taxi driver's house
Police in Sagar, Madhya Pradesh, investigating social media videos of men brandishing pistols, unexpectedly discovered over Rs 3 crore in unaccounted cash hidden in a locked cupboard at a taxi driver's home. The money was found during a search for weapons, which were not recovered.
Match AI models to workloads, not leaderboards
Cost, governance and data residency now matter as much as benchmark scores, if not more
Man booked for allegedly setting wife, mother-in-law ablaze in Kannur
BBC turns to US court to force Trump family testimony in $10 billion lawsuit
The BBC is seeking court permission to subpoena Ivanka Trump and Donald Trump Jr. for documents and testimony. This request stems from a massive $10 billion defamation lawsuit filed by Donald Trump. The broadcaster believes the family members have relevant information about Trump's January 6th speech. Secret Service protection has complicated serving these legal documents on the family.
Soren Cancels JSSC-CGL Exam After 24-Day Student Stir
The decision was taken at a marathon Cabinet meeting chaired by Soren.
CID Probe Against DIG Chauhan for Corruption
Based on instructions from senior police officials, a special CID team has begun investigating Chauhan.
Devotees Throng Temples Across Warangal Tricity For Naga Panchami
Temples and serpent shrines across Warangal, Hanamkonda and Kazipet witnessed a rush of devotees as Naga Panchami was celebrated with special prayers and rituals.
Moitra seeks privilege action against officials over eviction
Trinamool Congress MP Mahua Moitra has moved a privilege notice before Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla against three senior officials, alleging a serious breach of protocol and contemptuous conduct after she was asked to vacate a circuit house in West Bengal's Krishnanagar late in the night on August 14.
Jharkhand Student Leader Devendra Nath Mahto Ends Hunger Strike
Jharkhand's student leader Devendra Nath Mahato called off his hunger strike late this evening.
Security agencies dismantle ISI-backed Shahzad Bhatti Network
In a strategic operation, security agencies dismantled the Shahzad Bhatti Network, a terror syndicate supported by ISI. Authorities detained over 250 suspects across fourteen states and registered more than eighty FIRs, resulting in over two hundred arrests. The seizure of explosives and weapons underscored the group's terrorist affiliations, successfully preventing potential attacks ahead of Independence Day.
Awaiting answers: On the student protests in Jharkhand
Student agitations in Ranchi reveal angst over flawed exam processes
Jharkhand Cancels JSSC-CGL Exam After 24-Day Stir
Govt agrees to scrap exam amid demands for probe into alleged recruitment irregularities
SFI holds programme on Kannur University campus despite denial of permission
Congress flags missing OBC category in Census questionnaire, seeks Telangana-like caste census
Congress has questioned the absence of a specific OBC category in the Census questionnaire, warning that the open-ended caste field could produce cluttered and unusable data on Other Backward Classes. AICC OBC cell chairman Anil Jaihind demanded a Telangana-like caste census and said OBCs would oppose the current format.
UGC-NET retest: student organisations stage protest, demand scrapping of NTA
Lookout notice for man accused of harassing student on KSRTC bus
Seven held with elephant tusk in Malappuram
Losing forest for trees: On the CAGs audit of the Green India Mission
India is counting trees when it should be restoring forests
BJP unveils new national team, none from J
Smriti Irani, Ram Madhav, Goyal among prominent new faces; 51 of 65 office-bearers new New Delhi, Aug 17: BJP president Nitin Nabin has announced the partys new national team, with B L Santosh as national general secretary (Organisation), former Union minister Smriti Irani as general secretary and Ram Madhav as national vice president. Interestingly, the [] The post BJP unveils new national team, none from J&K appeared first on Northlines .
Schwan Laboratory inaugurated at GITAM
Rahul Gandhi urges Hemant Soren to meet students; slams PM Modi, NTA
Rahul Gandhi has called on Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren to engage with the protesting students. He also took aim at Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the National Testing Agency, raising concerns over allegations of a UGC-NET exam paper leak. Throughout his remarks, Gandhi emphasized that the education system takes advantage of students financially and demanded accountability from the leadership of the NTA.
British PM Andy Burnham exchanged messages with Trump aide impostor: Report
Politico, citing four unnamed officials, first reported that Burnham believed he was messaging with Susie Wiles before becoming suspicious and ending the communications. Last year, the U.S. government investigated a series of messages sent to elected officials, business executives and other prominent figures by someone posing as Wiles.
Court dismisses 2020 protest case against CPI(M) leaders
Govt destroyed ISI-backed terror group: Shah
253 detained across 14 states; over 200 arrested in cases linked to Shahzad Bhatti Network Over 80 FIRs registered; IEDs, grenades, pistols, CCTV cameras recovered New Delhi, Aug 17:Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Monday said that ahead of Independence Day Prime Minister Narendra Modi led Govt destroyed an ISI-backed terror network ahead of Independence [] The post Govt destroyed ISI-backed terror group: Shah appeared first on Northlines .
Gold appears set for a rebound as it regains safe-haven appeal after US-Iran war selloff
Gold has recovered nine percent, signaling renewed investor and central bank interest. The precious metal is now positioned for further gains after market shocks. Lower oil prices and softer inflation data support gold's upward trajectory. Institutional demand and rebuilding of positions are likely driving this trend. However, stalled peace efforts and weak demand could limit future price increases.
Time Bank initiative introduced in Anna Nagar
Investors pile into small, mid-caps as earnings momentum improves
Investors are channeling significant funds into small and mid-cap stocks this fiscal year. Small-cap funds have seen inflows nearly matching last year's total in just four months. Mid-cap funds also show strong investor interest, attracting substantial capital inflows. Large-cap funds, conversely, have experienced considerably lower investment amounts. This trend reflects improved earnings momentum and increased market liquidity for smaller companies.
Nabin's BJP team blends fresh faces with heavyweights
On Monday, the BJP revealed a revamped team showcasing significant changes. Prominent figures like Piyush Goyal and Ram Madhav returned to influence key party roles. Despite her recent electoral defeat, Smriti Irani has also claimed an essential position. The reshuffle saw the replacement of Amit Malviya and Tejasvi Surya, while Sandeep Pathak advanced to the national secretary role within the organizational framework.
India maintained control during the first Test match against Sri Lanka in Galle. Spinners Manav Suthar and Ravindra Jadeja took crucial wickets for the Indian team. Sri Lanka's Sonal Dinusha and Niroshan Dickwella staged a strong recovery with their batting. Jadeja achieved a significant career milestone by reaching 350 Test wickets. India secured a substantial first-innings lead heading into the final stages.
Residents protest redevelopment of Nageswara Rao park
Champions of Chennai awards presented
Sinha calls for harmony, compassion and care for nature
Says dialogue, selfless service and respect for all life are key to a harmonious society Srinagar, Aug 17:Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Monday called for strengthening social harmony, interfaith dialogue and a deeper sense of responsibility towards nature and all living beings, saying Indias civilisational ethos is rooted inVasudhaiva Kutumbakamthe world is one familyand respect [] The post Sinha calls for harmony, compassion and care for nature appeared first on Northlines .
'Plays Golf, Starts War': Jon Ossoff's Explosive Charge On Trump, Close Aide Natalie Harp
Senator Jon Ossoff hit out at President Donald Trump over his handling of the Iran war. In a fiery speech, Ossoff accused Trump of allowing American sailors aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln to fight while he allegedly slept through his meetings, golfs and trades stocks. Ossoff also attacked Trump over his focus on building a ballroom and traveling aboard a luxury aircraft associated with Qatar. The comments come as questions continue to grow over Americas military commitments, weapons stocks, fuel supplies and the strain placed on deployed forces.
BJP hits streets, targets NC Govt over
LoP Sharma accuses govt of corruption, poor governance Jammu Tawi, Aug 17:Hundreds of Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) workers on Monday staged protests at several locations in Jammu against the National Conference-led government, alleging failure to fulfil election promises and address issues related to unemployment, civic amenities and development. Three separate protests, led by MP Jugal [] The post BJP hits streets, targets NC Govt over failed promises appeared first on Northlines .
Doctors at private hospital save woman with clots blocking blood flow to lungs
Long-term vision is to provide certificates within a stipulated timeframe: Sengottaiyan
Minister says his department will implement a new practice of appointing officials in a three-tier system to speed up the process of providing certificates
Constipation in space is more than an uncomfortable side effect. Astronauts often face it during long missions, but scientists have not fully understood why. Now, blood tests from 52 astronauts reveal a possible clue. Their gut bacteria began fermenting more protein within weeks of reaching the International Space Station. The finding links microgravity, slower intestinal movement and gut microbiome changes, offering new clues for future Moon and Mars missions.
T.N. government to launch health insurance for the elderly
Another key announcement is the planned replacement of the 87-year-old Tamil Nadu Public Health Act, 1939, with a modern, comprehensive Act to address contemporary and future health challenges
Woman dies, husband injured after scooter-car collision
Kathua (Jammu Div), Aug 17:A woman died while her husband sustained injuries after the scooty they were travelling on was hit by an Alto car near Hiranagar Morh in Kathua district on Monday, officials said. An official said that the accident occurred near a petrol pump at Hiranagar Morh when an Alto car collided with [] The post Woman dies, husband injured after scooter-car collision appeared first on Northlines .
School bus hits container trailer near Ponneri; students suffer minor injuries
Nitin Gadkari defends Mumbai-Pune Expressway, urges tech to catch road defects
Nitin Gadkari defends MumbaiPune Expressway urges tech to catch road defects
Man killed, 11 injured after vehicle skids off road
Rajouri, (Jammu Div), Aug 17:A man was killed while 11 others were injured after a vehicle skidded off the road in the Thadikassi Tandwal area of Rajouri district on Monday, officials said. An official said that the accident occurred around noon when a vehicle bearing registration number JK11G-8874 skidded off the road and hit several [] The post Man killed, 11 injured after vehicle skids off road appeared first on Northlines .
Indias unemployment rate falls to four-month low of 5.1% in July, rural jobs drive gains
Indias unemployment rate fell to a four-month low of 5.1% in July from 5.5% in June, with rural unemployment declining to 4.5%, official PLFS data showed. Women and youth also recorded improvements. The labour force participation rate rose to 55.4%, while the worker population ratio climbed to 52.5%.
On dignity in political discourse
Intense display of fandom and unquestioning loyalty towards individual leaders have cordoned the ability to enter into meaningful dialogue
SIA arrests absconding narco-terror operative
Uncovers wider Pakistan/PoJK-based Hizbul Mujahideen conspiracy Jammu Tawi, Aug 17:Marking a significant breakthrough in its investigation into the smuggling of narcotics from across the Line of Control (LoC) and the alleged use of drug proceeds to finance terrorist activities, the State Investigation Agency (SIA) Kashmir has arrested an absconding operative allegedly involved in a narco-terror [] The post SIA arrests absconding narco-terror operative appeared first on Northlines .
Budha Amarnath Yatra begins amid tight security
LG flags off first batch Jammu Tawi, Aug 17 : The annual pilgrimage to the ancient Budha Amarnath shrine in Poonch district commenced on Monday, with Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha flagging off the first batch of pilgrims from Jammu amid religious fervour and tight security arrangements. After performing a pooja, Sinha flagged off the pilgrims [] The post Budha Amarnath Yatra begins amid tight security appeared first on Northlines .
Trapped constable fired AK-47 during NEET protest: Bihar Police to Supreme Court
Bihar Police agreed that an AK-47 was a platoon-level weapon used in special operations but said that excessive force was not used, and the crowd was met with utmost restraint
Seven eateries in Kochi inspected
India seeks WTO consultations with US over 50% tariff quota on quartz surface imports
India has sought consultations with the US at the World Trade Organization over Washingtons tariff-rate quota on quartz surface products, effective August 15 for four years. India, which exported about $380 million of these products to the US in FY26, said it has a substantial interest in the matter.
Retired government doctor from Coimbatore duped of 98 lakh in digital arrest scam
Karnataka: Resolution passed against purification ritual
Amuthan murder: police arrest one more final year student
In 1616, English physician William Harvey proposed a theory that blood moves through the body in a continuous circuit through arteries and veins. His observations, dissections and experiments challenged the teachings of Galen. Published in 1628, his work changed medical understanding and helped establish observation and experiment as key parts of scientific inquiry.
I squared-Veolia consortium leads race to acquire KKR backed Re Sustainability
PE firm initiates parallel talks with local strategics after low $1.1 bn offer on table falls below expectations. KKR expected $1.6 billion, translating to 13-15x FY27 EBITDA.
SCoR GM reviews pilot AI system at Visakhapatnam Railway Station
The proud Assamese from other States
While others can identify as Assamese speakers, Bengali-origin Muslims were the first
Vande Mataram just added, people may take time to adjust to it: J&K CM Omar Abdullah
Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah addressed the national song controversy. He stated people need time to adjust to its inclusion in official functions. Abdullah mentioned that all verses of Vande Mataram were sung in the video. He clarified that the song's inclusion is a recent development this year. The Chief Minister acknowledged a period of adjustment for everyone involved.
Supreme Court flags possible excess Cauvery water received by Tamil Nadu
The Supreme Court noted Tamil Nadu may be receiving more Cauvery water than allocated. Karnataka's counsel stated there is an enormous deficit of water in the river. The court asked Karnataka to continue complying with CWMA water release directions. Tamil Nadu seeks its due share, facing a rain-deficient year. The matter was adjourned for next week to examine water sharing status.
Trump says US not seeking to extend interim peace deal with Iran as 60-day deadline passes
Trump says US not seeking to extend interim peace deal with Iran as day deadline passes
Real Estate Broker Dies By Suicide In Gachibowli
A 38-year-old real estate broker died by suicide after jumping from his hostel building in Gachibowli, with police citing alleged financial stress.
Pinaka, Akash, BrahMos Next? India's Armenia Defence Push Puts Turkey And Azerbaijan On Notice
India and Armenia are turning arms deals into something much bigger: a structured military partnership. Senior officials have exchanged a new framework for direct cooperation between their armed forces, building on years of defence consultations, training and military-technical ties. Armenia has already bought Indian Pinaka rocket systems, Akash air-defence missiles, Swathi weapon-locating radars and ATAGS artillery, with Indian government material putting contracts since 2022 above $1.5 billion. BrahMos has also appeared in official Indian material relating to Armenia, although public details remain limited. Why does this matter? Armenias main rival, Azerbaijan, enjoys close military ties with Turkey and strategic support from Pakistan. Baku has previously objected to Indian arms supplies to Yerevan. This video examines how Armenia became one of Indias most important defence customersand why Indias growing military footprint in the Caucasus is attracting attention in Ankara and Baku.
Hayden Panettiere's 'Final Trip' With On-Off Boyfriend A Day Before Death Draws Fresh Scrutiny
Hayden Panettiere has died at the age of 36, with police continuing to investigate the circumstances surrounding her sudden death. Her final trip with Brian Hickerson, their troubled history and the preliminary finding of no foul play have drawn renewed scrutiny. Authorities have not publicly established a cause of death, while Panettieres family mourns the actress remembered as an incredible light and a force of nature.
Prithviraj Chavan alleges over 56,000 duplicate voters in Maharashtra
The former Maharashtra CM noted that despite a higher vote share in the 2024 Assembly polls compared to 2019, he lost the election and claimed there were 56,118 duplicate voters in the area after analysing voter lists
Prithviraj Chavan alleges over 56,000 duplicate voters in Maharashtra
The former Maharashtra CM noted that despite a higher vote share in the 2024 Assembly polls compared to 2019, he lost the election and claimed there were 56,118 duplicate voters in the area after analysing voter lists
