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DC Edit | Prepare For Major Oil Price Shocks To Come
If the threat to shipping in the Red Sea out of the Suez Canal escalates, there is no knowing where oil prices may settle. In such a situation of a dual threat to the flow of Gulf oil, the latest US decision to open the door to Saudi Arabia in a nuclear power deal by which it may begin enriching its own fuel may add fuel to the fire.
Sonam Wangchuk ends hunger strike in presence of Union Ministers JP Nadda, Jitendra Singh
Sonam Wangchuk ends 26-day fast, but keeps conditions secret
New Delhi: Activist Sonam Wangchuk on Friday, July 24, ended his 26day hunger strike in the presence of Union Ministers JP Nadda and Jitendra Singh, doctors, family members and supporters. Wangchuk, who had been fasting to press for Ladakhs autonomy and environmental safeguards, expressed gratitude as he broke his fast. So with that being fulfilled, Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Talasani`s Petition Dismissed As Withdrawn
The endowments department recorded that the department had invited the MLA for the meeting scheduled for July 8, and that he had been personally informed at his residence of the event.
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Governor emphasises need for coordination of tradition and technology
Governor of Karnataka Thawar Chand Gehlot has emphasised the need for coordinating heritage with modern technology so as to introduce and popularise Ayurveda at the global level
PM: Bill to check paper leaks coming next week
PTI New Delhi In a video message late Thursday night, the Prime Minister said that a bill to check paper leaks, containing provision for strict action, will be introduced in the Parliament. He said contours of the new bill to check paper leaks will be discussed at Fridays cabinet meeting. Modi said the bill will []
PM Modi promises 'more strict actions against paper leaks' amid CJP protests
In a self-recorded video shared on X, the Prime Minister announced that the Union Cabinet will take up a draft Bill providing for Fast-Track Courts and stringent punishment for offenders. he said, I have issued directions to departments to set up Fast-Track Courts
Govt moves on three fronts to defuse NEET protests
The government initiated a three-pronged strategy to address examination paper leak concerns. Activist Sonam Wangchuk ended his fast after successful negotiations with ministers. Prime Minister Modi announced new legislation to strengthen actions against examination paper leaks. The Higher Education Secretary was replaced as part of administrative changes. These developments aim to restore public confidence in the examination system.
All roads continue to lead to Jantar Mantar
Students see familiar playbook as DU, colleges endorse govt. action
Pranav, Irfan, Shashank Top Shows In Hyderabad League Cricket
The bowlers still had their moments through match-defining spells. Tarun Rajans six-wicket haul put SCRSA in control despite Nihaal Reddys century, while Mudassar Hussain and Yashveer Goud also delivered decisive performances
Shops, eating joints in CP close early, count losses
Volunteers scan crowd for unwanted elements, police in plainclothes
Goas formal employment growth rate slows to 2.5%
NT Reporter Panaji Formal employment generation in Goa, indicated by the number of workers enrolled with the Employees Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO), grew marginally by 2.5% in 2025-26, according to data from the Ministry of Labour and Employment. The state recorded 3 lakh registered employees in 2025-26, compared to 2.97 lakh in the previous fiscal []
Senior BJP leader Joshi backs protesting students
PTI New Delhi Veteran BJP leader Murli Manohar Joshi on Thursday came out in support of the students protesting against the alleged NEET paper leak, saying their anxieties and concerns regarding the examination system are genuine. Joshi also criticised the police crackdown on the protesting students that took place on Monday and called it merciless. []
Flood alert for villages along Tillari, Chapora rivers
NT Reporter Panaji Following the overflowing of the Tillari dam after heavy rainfall in Dodamarg and Tillari catchment areas, authorities in the state have issued a flood alert for villages located along the Tillari and Chapora rivers. According to officials, the continuous downpour has caused the dams water level to rise rapidly, thus prompting the []
Operation Southern Readiness maritime security training engagement concludes in Kochi
The four-day multinational maritime security training engagement was inaugurated on July 20, 2026
Long Negotiations: Sonam Wangchuk Ends Hunger Strike After 26 Days
Sooryavanshi, Mayank star in 7-wicket victory over Zimbabwe Harare: Wonderkid Vaibhav Sooryavanshi smashed an 18-ball half century in his first innings of substance in international cricket as an all-round India outplayed Zimbabwe by seven wickets in the first T20 of the three match series here on Thursday. Pacer Mayank Yadav made a successful return to []
Indian lawn bowlers make impressive start
Glasgow: Putul Sonowal stunned 2023 world champion Ryan Bester of Canada in tie-break in Lawn Bowls Mens Singles as India began their Glasgow Commonwealth Games campaign on a confident note here on Thursday. Rupa Rani Tirkey and Pinki Singh also won their Womens Pairs opening match against Malta in tie-break as Lawn Bowls competition kicked []
They bow out after losing to Chandigarh in last league match Panaji: Goa bowed out of the CAP U-19 Mens Inter State One-Day Tournament (Siechem Trophy) after suffering a 31-run defeat to Chandigarh in their league match at Siechem CAP Ground 3, with the result ending their hopes of reaching the final. Chasing 298, Goa []
Pragya, Dimple, Arnav bag double titles in their respective categories Panaji: Mohammed Umar clinched the honours with a triple crown, while Pragya Audi, Dimple Revankar and Arnav Saraf secured double titles at the State Sub-Junior (U15 & U17) Badminton Ranking Tournament organised by Salcete Badminton Club under the aegis of the Goa Badminton Association and []
Naidu Calls for Visible, Tech-Driven Policing to Tackle Emerging Crimes
CM Chandrababu Naidu urges AP police to adopt AI and visible policing to counter cybercrime, social media misuse and organised crime.
Sonam Wangchuk has broken his fast, says co-convenor Leh Apex Body
He broke the fast in the presence of two Union Ministers on certain conditions, he says; Govt gave a written assurance that cases against students will be taken back, if they are not violent, Mr. Dorjay says
Students urged to explore new ways of acquiring knowledge
Govt eyes marigold festive bloom, to distribute 3L Israeli-tech seedlings
Roque Dias Margao: The Agriculture Department will distribute three lakh marigold seedlings to farmers across Goa in August. The seedlings are being raised for the first time at the Centre of Excellence (CoE) at Codar, Dharbandora, under technical assistance from Israel. The Directorate of Agriculture partnered with Israel under the Indo-Israel Agriculture Project (IIAP) a []
Centre acted swiftly in NEET paper leak case: BJP chief
Panaji: Alleging that the Opposition was staging protests to create the impression that the Modi government was inactive, BJP state president Damodar Naik on Thursday said the Central Government had acted swiftly in the NEET examination case by forming a Special Investigation Team, leading to the arrest of the accused, who are now in jail. []
Dont waste time on reels, chase your goals instead: Sawant tells students
Sankhali: Urging students to set high goals and work relentlessly towards achieving them, Chief Minister Pramod Sawant said success comes only to those who pursue their dreams with determination, perseverance and consistency. Merely spending time watching reels on mobile phones will not help you gain knowledge. Instead, students should use technology to learn new skills, []
SIR: 1/4th Who Submitted EFs Likely To Receive Notices, TG Crosses 70% Digitisation
About 25% of voters who submitted enumeration forms in Telangana's SIR may get notices over discrepancies, as digitisation crosses 70%.
Trump Reports Over $1.4 Billion In Income From Crypto Ventures
The filings, his annual disclosure for 2025 with the US Office of Government Ethics, disclosed that his companies received almost $800 million from World Liberty Financial, a crypto venture he and his sons co-founded.
EDITORIAL The Goa policy on used cooking oil can prevent health risks and create clean energy In a positive development, the Goa Cabinet approved a policy on Wednesday for the management of Used Cooking Oil (UCO) for the production of biodiesel. The policy is designed to solve a dual problem: preventing toxic, degraded oil from []
Navigating AI promise and peril
Every technological revolution has its defining moment. The internet connected the world, smartphones placed computing in every pocket, and generative AI taught machines to communicate with remarkable fluency. Now another transformation is underway. A new generation of agentic AI can plan, reason and act. Given an objective, these systems can coordinate multiple applications, book travel, []
Pak-Based Handles Active During Op Sindoor Spread Rumours Amid Protests: Cops
In a post on social media, a Delhi Police official said Pakistan-based social media handles were taking advantage of the prevailing situation to circulate rumours, fake posts and edited videos with the intent of instigating people, particularly students.
BJP's Bengal Election Strategy To Be Taught As Case Study In IIM Calcutta
The case will be made available to management institutes across the world through the Case Research Centre of IIM Calcutta so that any institution that wants to teach the case can do so.
Talasani Slams Govt Over Rs 6 Lakh Beneficiary Share for Indiramma Houses in City
BRS leader Talasani Srinivas Yadav criticises Congress govt for asking Indiramma house beneficiaries to pay Rs 6 lakh, demands free houses as promised.
NHAI begins demolishing encroachments on service lanes of Chennai-Bengaluru Highway in Vellore
VijaysJanaNayaganhits the screens across State; cinemas see good footfall
Cinema owners in the southern districts report a noticeable increase in womenturning up for first day shows. For Friday, most cinemas in Chennai say occupancy levels are around 70%-75%
Protests over NEET paper leak intensify nationwide
Student outfits, civil society groups, and political parties hit the streets demanding resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan; protest marches turn confrontational in several districts of Kerala; police stop protesters in A.P.; security personnel resort to baton-charge in Bihar
Strict action against paper leaks: PM Modi
He said that the Cabinet would discuss a draft law providing for fast-track courts and stricter punishment in paper leak cases. Efforts would be made for passing the legislation in the Parliament in the monsoon session
Singai Ramachandran quits AIADMK; Velumani, Viswanathan absent at meeting chaired by Palaniswami
World Hepatitis Day webinar to be held on July 27
Experts will discuss causes, transmission, prevention, early detection and advances in treatment, while addressing common misconceptions about viral hepatitis
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Protests demanding NEET ban gather momentum across city
Filmmaker Pa. Ranjith-led Neelam Students Movement staging a protest at Rajarathinam Stadium on Thursday, demanding educational reforms and the abolition of NEET.
Ensure Water for Wildlife, Forest Officials Told
Field officials told to ensure drinking water for wildlife amid poor monsoon
Doctors treat baby born at 24 weeks and weighing 530 g at city hospital
Five forest staff suspended in Tirupattur over red sanders theft
Pulses import bill shrinks as global prices fall, local production rises
India's import bill for key pulses significantly decreased in FY26 due to robust domestic production. Lower global prices and import curbs also contributed to this substantial reduction. Exports of certain pulses, like Kabuli chana, saw a notable increase during the same period. This shift reflects India's growing self-sufficiency and improved market position for these commodities. Domestic policies and strong harvests have bolstered India's pulse sector performance.
One killed, 891 rescued as Mahas Palghar faces rain fury
PTI Mumbai/ Palghar One person was killed, while nearly 900 people were rescued in Maharashtras Palghar district on Thursday after heavy overnight rains which also affected power supply, leaving some two lakh people without electricity, officials said. Torrential downpours in Kalyan taluka of adjoining Thane district submerged key bridges, severely impacting traffic and connectivity in []
Parliament watch: 18,154 MSMEs closed till June; MSME jobs see over 16% uptick & more
MSME stress deepened in FY26 with closures rising sharply to 62,747 from 39,446 in FY25, impacting over 3.7 lakh jobs. As of June 2026, 18,154 units had shut, affecting 1.25 lakh workers. Despite closures, overall MSME employment grew 16.5% year-on-year to 80.5 million, led by the trading sector, with Uttar Pradesh employing the largest workforce. Delays in highway projects triggered penalties of 2,732 crore over three years, with only 780 crore recovered so far.
Allot Indiramma Indlu free of cost: BRS
Spotted deer mauled by stray dogs in Madhavaram dies
Cong, INDIA bloc MPs march to Gandhi Smriti over NEET protest
PTI New Delhi Several leaders of the Congress and INDIA bloc parties on Thursday said they stood strongly behind the agitating students and their demands, as they reached the Gandhi Smriti to pay homage to all those students who took their lives due to paper leaks. Several leaders and MPs of the INDIA bloc assembled []
New threat by Houthis could widen war, put trade chokepoint at risk
AP Cairo The Houthi rebels threat to blockade Saudi Arabia has the potential to widen the Iran war and further disrupt global oil supplies and international trade. The Iran-backed rebels say they have closed the Bab el-Mandeb Strait to Saudi-linked shipping in retaliation for the kingdoms blockade on Yemen and a recent attack on the []
'Trump is the final dealmaker': Karoline Leavitt clarifies Netanyahu's role in Saudi nuclear deal
Nirmal-Based Man Declared Brain Dead in US After Major Accident
A 26-year-old from Nirmal was declared brain dead after a road accident in Michigan, USA. He developed a rare complication called cerebral fat embolism; a fundraiser for his treatment has crossed $63,000.
Former YSRC Minister Appala Raju Sent to Judicial Remand
After hearing arguments from both sides, the magistrate remanded him to judicial custody for 14 days.
Book by Southern Railways General Manager launched
Government links payments to skill centres with jobs
The Skill Development Ministry is linking payments to training providers to candidate placement. A 530-crore Skills Outcome Fund will incentivize providers and increase accountability. This initiative aims to help 200,000 youths secure quality employment and improved incomes. The program prioritizes candidates from low-income households and aims for 50% female participation. Focus will be on high-demand sectors and future-oriented job roles for sustainable livelihoods.
Case Filed Against Tollywood Producers Over Jubilee Hills Land Dispute
When contacted, Jubilee Hills police declined to share details about the FIR or the status of the investigation.
Vineet Joshi, Removed As Education Secretary, Was Chief Of CBSE, Testing Body NTA
Joshi holds a B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering from IIT Kanpur and an MBA from the Indian Institute of Foreign Trade (IIFT), New Delhi.
Tollywood Stars Silent Over NEET Protests
A senior writer in Telugu cinema called the lack of support very unfortunate. The writer said heroes, heroines, directors, singers and character artistes were worshipped by fans, but rarely spoke up when a public cause required their support.
AP To Audit C-sections At Network Hospitals To Curb Their Abuse
The CEO said NTR Vaidya Seva Trust or authorised officials would conduct the audit on C-section deliveries. In case mandatory details justifying such deliveries were not recorded as per norms, stern action would be initiated against the erring hospitals
Kerala, AP Discuss Rice Trade As State Unveils Subsidised Sale Plan
AP announced to sell quality rice at subsidised prices through Rythu Bazaars and special counters from August 1.
Three held for possession of painkiller tablets
Video: Passengers Climb On Roof Of Sinking Bus In Flood-Hit Gujarat, Rescued
Nanapodha Police reached the spot after receiving information. Cops, along with locals, launched the rescue operation to save the passengers.
A namesake creates trouble for former Kerala Minister P.K. Sreemathi
CPI(M) leader accused of drawing a pension claiming to be the wife of a former MLA. Allegation stems from confusion with another P.K. Sreemathi, widow of former Kunnamkulam MLA P.R. Krishnan, who received the pension till 2020
Residents of parts of south Chennai flag disruptions in piped water supply
Hyderabad's Second International Children's Theatre Festival Enters Final Stretch
The festival, organised by Nishumbita School of Drama in collaboration with the language and culture department, returned this year after its first edition in April last year
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NIA arrests key PFI absconder in Kerala's Sreenivasan murder case
The National Investigation Agency has arrested a key absconder in the Sreenivasan murder case. Muhammadali KP, a Popular Front of India district president, was apprehended upon arriving from Saudi Arabia. This arrest brings the total number of accused in the case to sixty-seven individuals. The agency found the accused conspired to create communal division through violent extremism. Sreenivasan was killed by PFI cadres in pursuit of their agenda.
Joshi Backs NEET Protesters, Condemns Police Crackdown
Joshi said the protesters anxieties and concerns over the examination system were genuine and should be addressed with empathy and a willingness to find a lasting solution.
India To Develop Phase-II Strategic Oil Reserves At Rs 14,527 cr Under PPP Model
Gopi also said that ISPRL has entered into an agreement with Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) permitting the UAE energy company to use a 750,000 tonne cavern at Mangaluru
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Revanth: Why Is BRS Not Demanding Dharmendra Pradhan's Resignation?
KTR unfit to issue defamation notice on Globerena issue
AP Attracted Rs 29.30 Lakh Crore Investments in Two Years, Says Lokesh
The committee also reviewed plans to organise a Thinsa tribal dance performance by girl students to welcome the PM and to set up an Araku Coffee stall at the venue.
Shabad Inspector Transferred After Six-Murder Case; Three Inspectors Reshuffled
The transfer order, issued by Future City police commissioner Tarun Joshi, appointed D.K. Laxmi Reddy as the Shahabad SHO. T
Govt Allows FDI In Inventory-based Model of e-commerce To Boost Exports
As per the latest FDI policy of the government, foreign investments are only permitted in business-to- business e-commerce and marketplace models
Wrong-Side Driving at ORR Entry Points Sparks Safety Concerns
Following the post on social media, Hyderabad city police traced the vehicle and registered a case against the driver for endangering public safety.
3 British Airways Pilots Fall Ill on HyderabadLondon Flight
The other two pilots continued operating the flight despite worsening symptoms after landing.
Special Prayers Held in Nellore for Balakrishna's Recovery
Special prayers were held at Nellore's Moolapeta Shiva Temple for actor and MLA Nandamuri Balakrishna's speedy recovery after his leg injury.
Aviation, Drone Firms Propose Rs 500 Crore Investment in AP
Flight training academy and Kurnool Drone City ecosystem could create jobs and boost tech
No evidence against Sanjeev Mukhiya in NEET-UG 2024 case: CBI
Bihar police had named him in the FIR as he was found involved in certain other examination paper theft/leak cases, the agency said
Naidupeta to Host India's First Rare Earth Magnet Plant
The project is being developed with the support of Japanese technology partners, including Masato Sagawa, who invented NdFeB magnets.
The entire Opposition stands with you: Rahul Gandhis message to student protesters
Though departmental action was initiated against some Registration Department officials, the role of the supervisory officers and other public servants involved in the processing and registration of the document had not been effectively examined, she says
Use of force against student protesters in Tamil Nadu flayed
Muttil tree-felling case: Kerala High Court upholds cheating charges against Augustine brothers
The court found merit in allegations by M.M. Aliyar, who claimed he was misled into believing the timber came with proper permits, a claim the brothers disputed.
