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Early arrival of POP Ganesh idols in Bengaluru despite ban
Bengaluru: The early arrival of plaster of Paris (POP) Ganesh idols in Bengaluru markets has sparked fresh concerns over the enforcement of restrictions on environmentally harmful idols, even after Prime Minister Narendra Modi called for the use of eco-friendly alternatives during this years Ganesh Chaturthi festival. Ganesh Chaturthi is scheduled to be celebrated on September 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 .
State govt proposes first-of-its-kind framework to trace used cooking oil
Shahin Bepari Lambe Panaji With the aim of channeling used cooking oil for biodiesel production, the state government has proposed a first-of-its-kind framework to plug gaps in the collection and digital traceability of used cooking oil (UCO) in Goa. The will ensure that the oil is collected through authorised channels and eventually channelled for biodiesel []
Delhi HC dismisses PIL over Sonam Wangchuks removal from Jantar Mantar
Since an FIR is sought to be lodged in relation to a reportedly solitary incident, it is always open for the petitioner to take recourse to 173 of BNSS, says court
Goa has potential to emerge as key Israel tourism hub
Diana Fernandes Margao Israel Ministry of Tourisms Director of Marketing, India, Amruta Bangera, who is currently in Goa,said the state has the potential to become one of Israels biggest tourism hubs, with opportunities extending beyond faith-based travel to leisure and MICE tourism. She also said discussions have been held on establishing direct flights between Goa []
Calangutes Poriat stadium set for high-quality `15 cr makeover
NT Reporter Calangute Calangute is set to receive a major sports infrastructure upgrade with the redevelopment of the Poriat Football Stadium under a project estimated at Rs 15 crore. Speaking at the foundation-laying ceremony, Calangute MLA Michael Lobo said the project,which aims to create modern sporting and recreational facilities for residents, would be executed in []
Experts suggestions to shape Tribal Vision Document 2037
NT Reporter Margao Tribal Welfare Minister Ramesh Tawadkar on Wednesday said the Tribal Welfare Department would incorporate the views and suggestions of experts and resource persons while preparing the Goa Tribal Vision Document 2037. He made the statement after a one-day conference on the Goa Tribal Vision Document 2037 organised by the Directorate of Tribal []
Weather Forecast and Prayer Timings for Thursday, July 23, 2026
Fajar: 4: 45 am; Zohar: 12: 32 pm; Asar: 4: 54 pm
SP Crime to inquire into advocate assault, HC told
NT Reporter Panaji The High Court of Bombay at Goa was informed on Wednesday that the Superintendent of Police (Crime) has taken charge as the inquiry officer (IO) to conduct a departmental inquiry into the assault on advocate Ankur Kumar and his client at Tembwada-Morjim. The newly appointed IO has already secured registers and documents []
Corroded roof sheets of Nehru stadium expose safety concerns, lack of upkeep
NT Reporter Margao The deteriorating condition of the roof at Nehru Stadium in Margao has prompted residents to seek immediate repairs, saying corroded metal sheets and structural damage pose a safety risk. The roof above Gate No 8 is reported to be in particularly poor condition, with several metal roofing sheets and supporting channels showing []
Tension at KPCC office as Congress workers throw eggs at BJP MLA
Bengaluru: A Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) protest outside the Karnataka Pradesh Congress Committee (KPCC) headquarters on Wednesday, July 22, witnessed dramatic scenes after Congress workers allegedly threw eggs at Harihar MLA BP Harish. The BJP had announced a protest and planned to march towards the KPCC office to submit a memorandum and distribute pamphlets criticising 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 .
Voices of support & dissent amplify, faultlines widen
NT Reporter Panaji The BJP Goa unit, led by president Damodar Damu Naik, staged a protest near Congress House in Panaji on Wednesday, accusing the Congress of promoting sponsored anarchy and manufactured chaos. Several state ministers, including Tourism Minister Rohan Khaunte and Fisheries Minister Nilkanth Halarnkar, along with MLAs and party workers, participated in the []
S Goa advocates back CJP protest, demand action over NEET issue
NT Reporter Margao A group of young advocates from South Goa on Wednesday extendedtheir support to the Cockroach Janata Party (CJP), backing the youth-led movements ongoing national and local protests. The educational and systemic issues raised by the movement were not limited to Goa but reflected concerns across the country, they told reportersin Margao. The []
Democracy dead: Protesters turn BJPs termite remark into rallying cry
NT Reporter Panaji Democracy has died, read one of the placards held aloft by youth protesters gathered at Azad Maidan on Wednesday, where students protested against senior BJP leader Narendra Sawaikars reported remark referring to them as termites. A large number of students declared, We are those termites who will destroy this unaccountable power, as []
Psychology says people who don't like to take a bath every day aren't always avoiding hygiene or responsibility. Human behavior is influenced by personal habits, culture, climate, skin health, routines, and psychological factors. Experts say bathing frequency varies from person to person. This article explains what psychology says, the reasons behind this habit, the theories that explain it, research findings, and the lessons people can learn without making quick judgments.
Student protest spreads as crowds in Delhi surge
PTI New Delhi The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) on Wednesday made it clear it will hold talks with the government only at a neutral venue as the student protests over the paper leak issue spread to several states including Bihar, where police used tear gas shells, water cannons and batons to prevent a march to []
Naveens Aide VK Pandian Summoned By Police In CMO File Theft Probe
Asked to appear on July 25; the case pertains to the alleged disappearance of two commission-related files from the Chief Minister's Office. The Capital Police had registered a case on June 10 under various provisions of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), and the investigation has since gathered pace
Maharashtra begins rollout of Farmer Loan Waiver Scheme; first 500 beneficiaries announced
Lists will be published at the village level in the Gram Panchayat, various executive cooperative society offices and the respective bank branches, says CMO
Sharad Pawar meets PM Modi, timing fuels buzz of delimit bill talk
NEETs promise has failed; its time to trust States
The student protests must serve as a wake-up call not merely to improve exam security but to fundamentally rethink the entire framework of high-stakes national entrance exams
Sanjeev Ahluwalia | India-US FTA: Ticking The Boxes, Or Boost To Growth?
There are two streams of opinion. The first is that putting in place a trade deal is like installing a rail track. Unless trains run on it, nothing is achieved. This is valid. Significant work is required even after a trade deal to get exports to surge, and we might have slipped on follow-up in the past
Over 5,200 applications: Ram Temple trust defers CEO selection by a month
In second meeting amid donation theft row, trust announces reconstituted committee of seers to oversee religious affairs of temple; secretary to be appointed on interim basis until CEO is picked
BJP, Oppn. take divergent view of police action on protesters
Mondays march was not peaceful and its organisers must be held accountable, says Delhi Minister; BJP MP says Centre acted with sensitivity; AAP highlights instances of women being assaulted; cadre standing with Rahul: Delhi Cong. chief
Fit cause, valid demand: Haryana musicians back protesting students
Diesel generator at textile showroom in Katpadi catches fire
The police said that it was around 2.30 p.m. when a few workers in the showroom noticed thick smoke coming from the diesel generator
Two-day Thiruvasagam conference to be held in Tiruvannamalai
As part of the event, around one lakh participants worldwide will participate, mainly virtually, in writing 10 compositions from Thiruvasagam
Tribal held for possession of country made guns, explosives in Vellore
Forest officials said that Swaminathan procured country made guns from his acquaintances in Kerala
In Puducherry, a budget without a proper government
In Puducherry, Ministers are yet to be assigned clear portfolios
Commuters rail as metro station closures disrupt their schedule
DC Edit | Use Tech, Stop Tunnel Disasters
According to the National Hydroelectric Power Corporation, the collapse followed a sudden explosion caused by suspected methane gas trapped within the rock. If methane, a naturally occurring gas found in certain geological formations, mixes with air in the right proportion, it can ignite when exposed to a spark from machinery, electrical equipment or even friction
Panchadarla mining row: YSRCP creating a conspiracy out of nothing, says JSP MLA
Quote of the day by Luise Rainer: Happiness often lies in moments we do not recognize while living them. We may only realize our happiness later when the moment has passed. Luise Rainer's quote suggests appreciating the present is important. She was a German-born actress who won two consecutive Academy Awards.
City hospital launches integrated robotic surgery programme
The initiative brings robotic-assisted surgery across multiple specialties under a common clinical framework
UK inflation at 15-month low in temporary relief for consumers
Consumer prices rose 2.6% in the 12 months to June, down from 2.8% in May and the lowest annual rate since March 2025, the Office for National Statistics said Wednesday. The reading was below economists' median forecast of 2.7% and marked the third straight month inflation undershot expectations.
Six drug peddlers arrested in Tiruvannamalai
Police head constable killed in targeted terror attack in Anantnag
Head constable Ashiq Hussain Qureshi was killed in a suspected terrorist attack in Anantnag. The incident occurred in the busy Lal Chowk market area on Wednesday. Over two thousand suspects have been detained or questioned in connection with this attack. Preliminary investigation suggests a new group, United Liberation Council, claimed responsibility. Police are investigating whether the attacker was local or a foreigner.
A hundred years ago | The golden car festival at Tuticorin
FIR count in CJP protest rises to 10
Couple dead, 4 hurt as boulder falls on tempo on Jammu-Srinagar NH in Ramban
A massive boulder struck a tempo on the Jammu-Srinagar highway, killing two people and injuring four others. Meanwhile, officials narrowly escaped separate landslides on the Jammu-Poonch highway. Vehicular movement on the Jammu-Srinagar highway was suspended due to multiple landslides. Relentless rainfall battered the Jammu region, triggering further mudslides and shooting stones. All major pilgrimages have remained suspended in Jammu and Kashmir since July 19.
ET Graphics: India is winning the battle against hunger, but not food costs
India has achieved a 42% decline in undernourished people over two decades. The number of Indians unable to afford a healthy diet also fell significantly. This progress outpaces global trends in tackling hunger and malnutrition. However, the cost of a healthy diet has risen by over a third. These findings are based on a new report by the UN's Food and Agriculture Organization.
Firefighters in central Spain battle huge wildfire during heat wave
AP Barcelona Firefighters in central Spain on Wednesday battled a wildfire that has burned over 32,000 hectares in one of the largest blazes in recent memory for the southern European country. The fire in rural Guadalajara comes less than two weeks after a deadly blaze devastated a small expat community in southern Spain. That small []
SHITIJ 2.0: nationwide start-up incubation programme inaugurated at ICAR-CPCRI
The second edition of SHITIJ is being implemented through a nationwide network of seven hub institutes and their associated spoke institutes
Truck owners association alleges traffic police harass drivers
Bulgarian Parliament nod to permit US military to use air base
AP Sofia (Bulgaria) Bulgarias Parliament, on Wednesday, backed a government proposal to allow the US military to use an air base in the Balkan country to support US operations in the Middle East, while some expressed concern about becoming involved in the Iran war. The Trump administration has faced pushback from certain other countries in []
Greater awareness needed on blood stem cell donation: experts
Activists, celebrities join Kochi protests in solidarity with Delhi students
Writers, filmmakers, actors and activists back agitation over the alleged NEET paper leak and police action in Delhi; solidarity protests held across Kochi, with marches, public meetings and a candlelight vigil drawing students and youngsters; speakers criticise alleged police excesses and call for wider public support for the student movement
Tighter regime proposed: FCRA Bill seeks custodian for NGO assets
A new bill proposes safeguarding foreign-funded assets when NGO registrations lapse or cease. Revised rules link registration to specific purposes and approved states, excluding proselytisation. Assets will vest provisionally with a Designated Authority and return if registration is restored. If not restored, assets will permanently apply to public purposes after sale. The bill also clarifies automatic registration cessation and reduces penalties for violations.
DC Edit | Govt Must Show Empathy In Talks With Angry Youth
Evidence has now emerged in the form of video clips showing how Delhi police acted in an inhumane manner when ordered to manage the Cockroach Janta Partys agitation demanding the resignation of Union education minister Dharmendra Pradhan at Jantar Mantar in the nations capital on July 20
Quote of the day by Katharine Hepburn reminds people that success depends on completing what they begin instead of only making a strong start. The quote explains the value of resilience, perseverance, determination, endurance, execution and commitment. Katharine Hepburn's life and career reflected this message through many challenges, career setbacks and achievements. The quote continues to inspire people working toward personal, educational and professional goals.
Gang Held for Copper Wire Theft, Ganja Sale
The gang was apprehended near the Gangamma temple arch in Ballikurava mandal and formally arrested by Santhamaguluru circle inspector P. Seshagiri Rao.
Quad seeks free & open Indo-Pacific, pushes back against Chinese assertiveness
Mauritius tax protocol to give Indian taxman more powers to probe offshore entities
Mauritius cabinet ratified a tax protocol granting Indian officials more questioning powers. This allows direct challenges to offshore entities suspected of tax evasion. The principal purpose test will deny treaty benefits if tax avoidance is a primary aim. This change follows the Tiger Global verdict and strengthens genuine substance requirements. The protocol aims to ensure treaty benefits are for legitimate commercial purposes.
Stolen Hanuman Idol From Tirumala Ghat Road Recovered; Visakhapatnam Man Arrested
Tirupati police recovered a stolen Hanuman idol from the Tirumala ghat road within 15 hours of the theft and arrested a Visakhapatnam man at Ongole railway station.
Woman Held With Stolen Gold Worth 16 Lakh
Police said the accused had been involved in several theft cases earlier and would be produced before a local court.
Former Minister Seediri Appala Raju Taken Into Custody in Srikakulam
According to police, Appala Raju was booked on allegations of attempting to substitute another person in place of his son, Aarav Varma, who is in judicial remand in connection with a fatal road accident in which a shepherd died.
BU manages surge in hostel admissions after commissioning new building with 58 rooms
Why so selective on paper leaks, Nadda asks Rahul
J.P. Nadda said Rahul Gandhi did not mention incidents of paper leaks and related irregularities reported under governments led by Opposition parties, including the Congress
BCCI Hikes reserve price for its title rights by over 15%
The BCCI has significantly raised its reserve prices for title and associate sponsorship rights. New bids are now invited for these valuable commercial properties. The title sponsorship cycle runs until March 2028, covering many international matches. This move aligns with other BCCI commercial deals due for renewal. The board seeks to maximize revenue from its key sporting assets.
Many farmers in Pochampalli SIPCOT not compensated according to records, says survey report
A total of 215 persons were interviewed in the survey conducted by the Forum for Indian Women Intellect in 18 villages adjacent to the SIPCOT complex
Piracy fails to dampen advance bookings for Chief Minister Vijays Jana Nayagan
According to data shared by trade tracker Sacnilk, Jana Nayagan has sold 7.37 lakh tickets nationwide, and grossed 16.78 crore in advance bookings across 9,566 shows
Ram Temple CEO selection delayed after 5,200 apply
The Trust received over five thousand applications for the chief executive officer position. A committee requested an additional month to complete the selection process. The Trust also decided to appoint a secretary for temple management purposes. A spokesperson will be appointed to manage communication with the media. A religious committee was re-constituted to ensure proper worship traditions.
Jaishankar flags need for fair trade, supply chain reliability in meeting with Wang Yi
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met his Chinese counterpart Wang Yi in Manila. They discussed fair market access and trade balance, and supply chain reliability. Border peace and tranquility remain a prerequisite for normal bilateral ties between the two nations. India welcomed recent measures to normalize Sino-Indian relations and direct flights. Both sides engaged to ensure border peace since October 2024.
31-year-old Gets 20-year Jail for Raping Minor
District SP V. Harshavardhan Raju, appreciated the police team and Spl. PP Gottipati Srinivasa Rao for securing the conviction.
Yastika Bhatia the leftie who is right up there
The top-order batter endured tough times after suffering an ACL injury but managed to bounce back with a bang; the entry into the Lords honours board was the fruit of her grind
Parliament watch: Surge in ITIs since 2014; PMKVY improves job outcomes & more
Industrial Training Institutes have seen significant growth in numbers and capacity. Ethanol blending has not caused widespread vehicle engine failures, according to reports. The Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana has improved job outcomes for trainees. Niti Aayog has spent over nineteen crore rupees on research projects. Thousands of kilometers of high-speed corridors have been completed and are under construction.
Union minister J P Nadda criticized Rahul Gandhi for seeking political mileage on the NEET paper leak issue. He urged for an intensive parliamentary discussion to find long-term solutions to recurring examination leaks. Nadda highlighted the government's responsibility and responsiveness in addressing the matter comprehensively. He questioned Gandhi's selective silence on paper leak cases in opposition-ruled states.
AP Government To Reserve Rayalaseema Reservoirs for Drinking Water Purposes
El Nio-hit inflows raise concerns over water availability across drought-prone Rayalaseema
Soldier slips to death in J&Ks Rajouri
Cong Stages 'Chalo Raj Bhavan' Protest
The Telangana Congress also condemned the police lathi-charge on protesting students and reiterated its demand for Pradhans resignation.
Youth, student organisations in Kerala extend support to Operation Toofan
Jagan Assures Support to Tobacco Farmers
Jagan Mohan Reddy alleged that the NDA government had failed to procure even 10 per cent of the total tobacco output, leaving farmers vulnerable to exploitation by middlemen and syndicates.
Protests against NEET gathers steam in Chennai, students and activists detained
Exclusive | Students Betrayed By System: Shashi Tharoor On Paper Leak Protests
On Rahul Gandhi's detention outside the PM's residence, Shashi Tharoor said that was not how a mature democracy should behave.
Revanth: Expedite Development Works in Three Municipal Corporations in the City
Revanth Reddy instructed officials to ensure that projects are completed without unnecessary delays.
CM Naidu Invites PM for Bhogapuram Airport Inauguration
AP CM seeks Centres support for irrigation, metro rail and industry projects
Govt Committed to Resolving Employees' Issues, Says Keshav
Finance Minister Payyavula Keshav said the Andhra Pradesh government is working to resolve long-pending employee issues.
GCCs property tax drive nets 133 crore, defaulters names to be published soon
The GCC is also preparing to publish the names of major property tax defaulters on its website.
HC Directs AP Govt to Prevent Public Parading of Accused
The government pleader denied the allegations and informed the court that a counter affidavit would be filed.
Peace and Tranquility in Border Areas Prerequisites for Normal India-China Ties: Jaishankar
The foreign minister also flagged New Delhi's concerns about the predictability of supply chains and backed both official and people-to-people exchanges between the two nations.
CM Revanth Warns of BJP-BRS Plot To Delete Congress Votes
CM urges Kodangal Congress workers to ensure 100% voter enrolment before SIR deadline
AP Approves Rs 140-Crore ITC-Branded Four-Star Hotel Project In Nellore
The project, approved under the Andhra Pradesh Tourism Policy 2024-29, is expected to generate 140 direct jobs and strengthen tourism and hospitality infrastructure in the district.
Apollo Hospitals signs MoU with UK college
Army Public School Honours CBSE Toppers
The school said 27 students in Class XII and seven in Class X scored 100 marks in individual subjects.
SFI demands that UDF government rid the Kerala Governor of Chancellor power
Other demands include free bus travel for students, permanent Vice-Chancellors, free education till degree level, political freedom on campuses, permanent Principals in government colleges, regulating fees in private and self-financing institutions, and a unified examination system
AP Committed to Restoring GO-3 Through Legally Sustainable Framework: Sandhya Rani
She asserted that the government would not dilute the law protecting tribal land rights
Mahabubabad Police Rescue Youth From Railway Track
Mahabubabad police rescued a 26-year-old man from a railway track and reunited him with his family after counselling.
Former Assembly Speaker Tammineni, Family Seek Anticipatory Bail in Forgery Case
The case pertains to allegations that the property was registered using forged documents.
Madras High Court dismisses Senthilbalajis plea to prevent police from harassing him and his brother
Justice G.K. Ilanthiraiyan says, no such direction can be issued when the brothers had obtained anticipatory bail in pending cases and it is premature to issue such a direction with respect to future cases
Govt Reviews Arrangements for PMs Visit to Bhogapuram for Airport Launch
The ministers reviewed aspects of public mobilisation, traffic regulation, parking facilities, transportation, food distribution and event management.
Cyberabad CP reviews CCTV geo-tagging, orders shift to NVR-based surveillance
