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Indian origin man among 25 persons facing revocation of U.S. citizenship
The U.S. Department of Justice has filed a case against 65-year-old Narinder Singh in the District of Delaware for allegedly using a fraudulent identity to seek admission to the U.S.
El Nio, tourism curbs dampen monsoon travel in Malnad Karnataka
Tourists visiting Agumbe, once known for receiving the highest rainfall in Karnataka, complain that there is little or no water in these places
TVK lodges complaint against Udhayanidhi with NCW
TVK urged the National Commission for Women to issue a notice seeking an explanation from Mr. Udhayanidhi and an unconditional public apology for his alleged remarks
Watch: Why BJPs defeat in Bankipur could be a turning point in Bihar politics
Century Ply's 10-Year Cover: What You Need to Know
Century Ply is betting on its new 10-year Total Cover assurance program to drive premium growth by covering full furniture replacement costs and strengthening customer trust in its high-end plywood range.
Odisha Announces Rs 110 Crore Flood Relief Package
The package will provide immediate support for flood victims, including compensation for damaged houses, crop losses, and livestock deaths
BJP Chief Nabin Promises Review of Bankipur, Datia Bypoll Results
This came after the BJP faced embarrassing defeats in assembly bypolls in Bankipur of Bihar, where Jan Suraaj Party founder Prashant Kishor wrested the seat vacated by Nitin Nabin
India's Gen Z Is The World's Largest, Yet Its Electorate Isn't The Youngest
By the 2029 Lok Sabha election, Generation Z is projected to become the country's largest adult generation.
Dhaka, Aug 3: Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) president Tamim Iqbal visited the Board of Control for Cricket in Indias (BCCI) Centre of Excellence in Bengaluru as part of efforts to develop a world-class high-performance centre in Bangladesh. Accompanied by BCB officials Shanian Taneem and Fahim Sinha, Tamim toured the facility on August 1 to study []
Startup Founder Shares Employees Heartfelt Reactions To New Menstrual Leave Policy
Peeyush said he realised he had been focusing more on what the policy lacked than on what it already meant to the people it was designed to support.
Astronomers prepare as SpaceX rocket stage nears moon strike
The rocket stage is currently expected to hit near Einstein crater on the moon on August 5 at 12:05 pm IST
Wrestlers will file appeal against decision to acquit Brij Bhushan, says wrestler Vinesh
NEW DELHI, Aug 3: Ace wrestler and MLA of Julana constituency in Haryana Vinesh Phogat and Tokyo Olympic bronze medallist wrestler Bajrang Punia have expressed deep disappointment over a Delhi court verdict clearing former Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) chief and BJP leader Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh of sexual violence charges, stating that women wrestlers []
Watch: OpenAI Faces Online Backlash Over Luxury Influencer Retreat In New York
Social media users and critics have slammed the company for alleged greenwashing, pointing out the sharp contrast between a nature-themed getaway and the heavy environmental impact of energy-intensive artificial intelligence data centers.
Nationwide doctor-led awareness drive on kidney stone prevention recognized for scale and reach, reinforcing the role of preventive healthcare in everyday patient care.
Product of the Year Announces 2026 Winners Consumers Celebrate Innovation
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Jamshedpur FCs India players appeal to owners to reconsider decision
JAMSHEDPUR, Aug 3: Jamshedpur FC players, including two senior India footballers, made an emotional appeal to club owners Tata Group to reconsider its decision to withdraw from the Indian Super League (ISL) and dismantle the senior team. Jamshedpur FC announced on Friday that it was pulling out of the ISL, just hours after missing the []
Biotech International Limited Reports Strong FY2025 Performance
The New Delhi-based company manufacturing and marketing biological products for agriculture and public health reported revenue in the range of INR 100150 crore for the financial year ended March 31, 2025!
FSSAI bans old monk: Why did regulator stop sale of three variants of the popular Rum?
The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India has initiated action against certain alcoholic beverage makers. Manufacturers allegedly used external flavouring substances to mimic natural tastes and aromas. These products should be labelled as flavoured spirit to avoid misleading consumers. Laboratory tests confirmed the presence of artificial flavours in several product samples. An Old Monk rum variant's 7 years old blended claim was also found to be misleading.
Vijay Govt Mulls White Paper on Temple Irregularities Under DMK Rule
He objected to the remarks against Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijays silence over the Cauvery water issue. He said there was no need to sort out the issue by speaking about it, it was enough to show it in action.
'Pakistani mediators compromised, favour Iran at expense of US': Defence analyst General Jack Keane
Retired US General Jack Keane criticized Pakistan and Qatar as compromised mediators in Iran diplomacy. He stated both nations favor Tehran over Washington, influencing US decisions. Saudi Arabia also discouraged stronger military action against Iran, Keane alleged. The kingdom denied airbase access and advised negotiations instead of operations.
Cyclist Harshita Jakhar becomes first Indian woman to be part of Tour de France
PARIS, Aug 3: Young cyclist Harshita Jakhar rode into history books by becoming the first Indian woman to be a part of the Tour de France Femmes here. The 19-year-old led a pack of eight talented cyclists from Afghanistan, Algeria, Chile, Ethiopia (two riders), Namibia and Uganda during the ceremonial start at Stage 2 of []
Vijay's son Jason Sanjay reveals dad's career advice, says 'Mom is a spy': 'He never spoon-fed me
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay's son Jason Sanjay has revealed the secrets about his family. Speaking first time after his father became the CM, Jason Sanjay said that appa wanted him to create his own idendity and never spoon fed him. He also revealed that his 'mother is a spy' who always catches him when he does something wrong.
'Violations affect citizens directly': Maharashtra FDA chief Tukaram Mundhe on food crackdown
Greaves and Chase lead Windies to 239-5 on Day 1 of 2nd test against Pakistan
PORT OF SPAIN, Aug 3: Justin Greaves made a gritty half century in an unbroken partnership of 66 with Roston Chase to guide West Indies to 239-5 at stumps on the opening day of the second and final cricket test against Pakistan. Greaves was 64 not out and Chase on 36 when bad light stopped []
Congress MP Manish Tewari sought to suspend parliamentary business for urgent discussion. He proposed a new anti-defection law to curb opportunistic political defections. The proposed law aims to prevent defections while protecting principled dissent. Several bills, including the Taxation and Other Laws (Amendment) Bill, are scheduled.
Fire breaks out at electronic chip unit in Noida, two firefighters killed, three injured
The firefighters were attempting to douse the blaze when a wall and an iron beam inside the factory suddenly collapsed, injuring five of them, the spokesperson said.
Zelensky Sacks US Envoy Amid Push For More Patriot Missiles
Zelensky sacked Ukraine's US ambassador Olga Stefanishyna, as Kyiv lobbies Washington hard for more Patriot air defence missiles amid Russian strikes
Shillong, Aug 3: Langsning FC enjoyed a dream debut in the 135th IndianOil Durand Cup, cruising to a commanding 5-0 victory over Mumbay FC in a Group E match at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium here on Monday. After a goalless first half, the Meghalaya side came alive after the break, scoring five unanswered goals to []
Quote of the day: Rene Descartes, the French philosopher, posited that constructive criticism from friends is invaluable. He maintained that authentic friendships provide truthful insights, essential for personal growth. Unlike the momentary gratification from accolades by strangers, the feedback from close companions encourages deeper development. Descartes emphasized reason and independent thought.
Tribal Youth Allege Assault by Forest Officer, Triggers Protest In Telangana Village
Tribal families protest in Telangana alleging assault by Forest Range Officer on youths.
Champions League Qualifiers Throw Up Big Clashes
Nyon, Aug 3: Norwegian champions Bod/Glimt have been handed a demanding route back to the UEFA Champions League after Mondays playoff draw paired the club with a potential showdown against either Greek giants Olympiakos or Dutch side NEC Nijmegen should they progress from the third qualifying round. The draw, conducted at UEFA headquarters in Nyon, []
YSRC Leader Chintada, 20 Others Move HC for Interim Anticipatory Bail
In the petition, Chintada Ravi Kumar contended that the case was politically motivated and had been registered to target leaders and supporters of the opposition YSRC.
Indian Railways Imposes Rs 5.13 Crore Fine For Poor Food Quality Over Three Years
Indian Railways fines service providers Rs 5.13 crore over three years for poor food quality complaints.
Sawmer, Rangdajied chase first win as Round 2 begins today
Shillong Premier League 2026 Shillong, Aug 3: Sawmer and Rangdajied United will be in action on Tuesday as the second round of the Shillong Premier League 2026 begins, with both teams looking for their first win of the season. Kick-off at the SSA Stadium will be at 4pm. Sawmer went down 1-0 to defending champions []
Tamil Nadu rain today: Moderate rainfall is expected across several Tamil Nadu districts including Chennai on Tuesday. Thunderstorms with lightning will occur at isolated places across the state and Karaikal. Heavy rain is forecast for ghat areas of Theni and Tirunelveli later this week. Isolated thunderstorms with gusty winds are also predicted for Tamil Nadu. Light rain is anticipated for the rest of Tamil Nadu and Puducherry.
WhatsApp puts multiple accounts under review, temporarily blocks access for users
Fire breaks out at electronic chip unit in Noida, 2 firefighters killed, 3 injured
A massive fire erupted at an electronic chip manufacturing unit in Noida. Two firefighters tragically lost their lives while battling the intense blaze. Three other firefighters sustained injuries and were rushed to the hospital. The incident occurred late Monday night at the ILGIM company. Investigations into the cause of the fire are currently underway.
HC Reserves Verdict on Plea Alleging Norm Violations in Suspended CI's Interrogation
Opposing the plea, the government pleader submitted that the SIT was conducting the interrogation strictly in accordance with the High Courts directions and denied any violation of norms.
3 Teens Arrested For Alleged Rape And Murder Of 15-Year-Old Girl In Assam
Police said the victim's private parts were mutilated and her body had severe injury marks indicating that she was tortured with different objects.
Kangana responds to trolls over partying videos
Actress unapologetically accepts her transition from a moderate Hindu to an awakened Hindu Actor-politician and BJP MP Kangana Ranaut has said she has undergone an ideological transformation, describing herself as someone who has moved from being a moderate Hindu to an awakened Hindu, one who wants to embrace the ideology of the BJP and the []
Konaseema Woman Returns Home From Kuwait After Collectors Intervention
M. Kanaka Durga, a resident of Thottaramudi village in Ainavilli mandal, had travelled to Kuwait in June 2026 for employment through an agent from Palakollu in West Godavari district.
A young student has developed an energy-harvesting system called VERDA. This technology captures power from everyday movements for cleaner energy generation. He is a finalist in the 2026 3M Young Scientist Challenge competition. Ahmed will work with a scientist to further develop his innovative project. He hopes to become an inventor focused on environmental protection technologies.
Ariana Grande to step back from spotlight amid health scrutiny Actor-musician Ariana Grande has announced that she is stepping out of the spotlight for a break after she finishes her Eternal Sunshine Tour due to the ongoing public scrutiny. The Wicked star has also dropped out of Stephen Sondheims West End revival of Sunday in []
Maharashtra issues order on safe food in schools
The order, issued by the Maharashtra Food Safety Commissioner, Tukaram Mundhe, directs that all food in schools should align with the dietary guidelines of the National Institute of Nutrition
Will conduct thorough introspection of bypoll results in Bankipur, Datia: BJP chief Nitin Nabin
BJP president Nitin Nabin accepted the people's mandate in three assembly by-elections. The party will conduct a thorough introspection of election results in Bihar and Madhya Pradesh. BJP faced defeats in Bihar's Bankipur and Madhya Pradesh's Datia assembly seats. However, the party retained the Manjalpur assembly seat in Gujarat.
52 Blue with stars Neha Dhupia, Adil Hussain to be screened at IFFM
52 Blue, featuring Neha Dhupia and Adil Hussain, is set to screen at the Indian Film Festival of Melbourne. The film is directed by Ali El Arabi and revolves around Ashish (Yadav Shashidhar), a young football fanatic who escapes his isolating life in Kochi, India, with the quiet support of his mother, to travel to []
Salman Khan recalls time in jail
Small area,50-60 people, Indian style commode, lizards Actor Salman Khan opened up about his time in jail while appearing on the reality show The Alliance. The actor came into the show to meet his younger brother Sohail Khan, who has been going through a difficult phase in the game following the eviction of his ex-wife, []
'Be Creative, Unconventional': US Military Asks Troops To Find New Ways To Punish Iran
A source noted that CENTCOM is looking at everything, acknowledging it needs to reevaluate the strategy.
Iran says Oman talks focused on temporary Hormuz route
Tehran, Aug 3: Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei said Monday that negotiations between Iran and Oman are focused on reaching an agreement on designating a temporary route to ensure safe shipping in the Strait of Hormuz. He said the talks are centred on a round-trip corridor, not two or three separate routes, and the []
Hindu Outfits Condemn Dancing at Rameswaram Temple for Reel
Thousands of devotees come to the Ramanathaswamy temple, which has the triple honour of being a place of worship, for a holy dip and for darshan of the Lord.
Greek wildfires halted after chopper crash Athens, Aug 3: Water-dropping planes swooped over a major wildfire west of Athens Monday, a day after a midair collision between two firefighting helicopters killed two crew members. A Greek and a Danish national died and two others all privately charted operators were hospitalised in the collision while the []
Telegram unavailable on App Store? Here's what messaging app said after it allegedly disappeared
Telegram's messaging application has been restored on Apple's App Store. The popular platform experienced a temporary unavailability earlier today. Telegram has grown to over one billion monthly active users globally. It offers large group chats and optional end-to-end encryption features. This restoration ensures continued service for its extensive user base.
Weather LIVE Updates: Weather Office Issues Heavy Rain Alert Across Several States
Weather Today, Delhi-NCR Rain, Monsoon Live Updates: IMD issues red and orange warnings for thunderstorms, heavy rain, and gusty winds in multiple districts.
Aung San Suu Kyi Meets Red Cross Official In Rare Contact Since 2021 Coup
Myanmar's detained ex-leader Aung San Suu Kyi met with an ICRC official Monday, in her first known contact with the outside world since the 2021 coup
Indonesian ferry fire claims five lives; unknown number of people missing
Surabaya, Aug 3: Indonesian rescuers searched for possible missing passengers Monday after rescuing 231 people from a ferry that caught fire the previous day off the main island of Java, leaving five people dead. Passengers described leaping overboard and staying afloat for hours before rescue. The Mutiara Sentosa 2 ferry was travelling from Indonesias second-largest []
Vishwesh Negi Appointed As India's Ambassador To Iran
Ministry of External Affairs appoints Vishwesh Negi as India's next ambassador to the Islamic Republic of Iran.
India Post Recruitment 2026: Staff Car Driver Posts Open, Salary Up To Rs 63,000
India Post Recruitment 2026: Applicants must have Class 10, a valid driving licence for light and heavy vehicles, three years driving experience.
Video: Indian YouTuber Met A German Girl In Bali, Now Their Love Story Is Going Viral
Today, videos documenting their journey are being watched by millions online, with viewers praising the pair's chemistry and genuine bond.
Money Sitting Idle In Bank? Sweep-In FD Can Earn More Without Locking It All
A sweep-in FD doesn't offer a higher interest rate than a regular FD. Its attraction is access to money without having to disrupt the entire deposit.
US-Iran war: Shipping traffic at key Gulf waterways little changed on uncertain peace talks
Gulf waterway traffic held steady as United States and Iran talks progressed ambiguously. Bab el-Mandeb strait saw unchanged vessel crossings, with most transponders active. Strait of Hormuz traffic slowed slightly, with entries exceeding exits via Iran. Houthi threats prompted Saudi supertankers to divert from the Gulf of Aden.
Karnataka: Shivakumar Assures Roles for Excluded Congress Leaders
Shivakumar acknowledged that some leaders were upset over not being inducted into the Cabinet and said the party would speak to them and address their concerns
Heavy Rains Likely in Several Telangana Districts Till 9 AM
Hyderabad is expected to remain dry till the afternoon.
Man Praises Rapido Driver For Returning Lost Wallet, Company Responds
He said he had travelled with his wife by auto to KIMS Hospital in Kondapur because his fever had left him unable to drive.
Stray SpaceX Rocket Piece Will Crash Into Moon On August 5. Is There Any Danger?
The debris plume from the impact would have the central ejecta spike reaching roughly 47 to over 60 miles in altitude.
Trump Says Iran Facing 'Last Chance Before Decapitation'
Trump said he agreed to continue to pursue talks with Iran at the request of Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, Qatar and other countries
Delhi weather live: Parts of national capital receive early morning rains
Nandi hills Monsoon Marathon: Vehicle movement likely to be restricted on August 8 and 9
People above 18 can participate in the marathon. Registrations are open. Medical assistance will be available throughout the course, a Department of Youth Empowerment and Sports official said.
Gujarat Govt orders withdrawal of cases against participants of NEET paper leak protests
The Home department has directed the police not to initiate any adverse legal action against students, youth or any other persons who participated in the agitations across Gujarat
Heavy to very heavy rainfall is forecast across many Indian regions on Monday. Isolated extremely heavy rainfall is expected over Assam, Meghalaya, and Sub-Himalayan West Bengal and Sikkim. Many northern states, including Delhi and Uttar Pradesh, will experience heavy showers. Thunderstorms, gusty winds, and squally weather are predicted for several other areas. Coastal regions of Karnataka and Kerala anticipate squally weather with strong winds.
Gene Solutions Advances Precision Oncology Education in Malaysia with the ''Beyond Actionable'' Academy
Hyatt Regency Kuala Lumpur At KL Midtown: A Refined Urban Retreat Recognised For Design Excellence
Hyatt Regency Kuala Lumpur At KL Midtown: A Refined Urban Retreat Recognised For Design Excellence
Philips Evnia Launches New Nature-Eyecare Gaming Monitor that Allows Gamers to Enjoy Comfortable Marathon Gaming Sessions
TripGain Launches Agentic AI Infrastructure for Enterprise Travel & Expense, Combining MCP with its API Gateway to Unlock Connected Travel Ecosystems
Husband, Lover Arrested For Killing Wife, Dumping Body In UP River
A man and his purported lover have been arrested for allegedly murdering the former's wife and disposing her body in the Gomti river, officials said on Monday.
Tamil Nadu Class 10 Supplementary Result 2026 Out; Download Marks Memo
Results can also be accessed via DigiLocker, UMANG app, or SMS. Original marksheets will be issued by schools and are required for admissions.
Kashmirs once-volatile Pulwama gives birth to its first Mixed Martial Arts champion
Hailed for his aggressive stance and tough body structure, Yaqoob took centre stage in the world of MMA on Sunday after defeating Bulgarian fighter Georgie at Brave Combat Federation 107
Kamal Haasan Seeks Clarity on Mekedatu Project, Stresses Cauvery Water Safeguards
The Cauvery water dispute is a long-running inter-state river water-sharing conflict with Karnataka and Tamil Nadu being the principal parties
Who Runs Meghalaya The Elected or the Appointed?
By Napoleon S. Mawphniang Something happened to me personally just three months ago. I walked into a government office in Shillong with documents, a prepared argument, evidence, a legitimate concern a public grievance not for my personal interestthe kind of thing youd normally take straight to a department head. I wasnt nervous because []
Heading: Who will reap the dividends from Gen Zs victory over Narendra Modi?
By S. N. M. ABDI Sonam Wangchuk was physically lifted from Jantar Mantar by policemen on the twenty-first day of his fast-unto-death and taken to a government hospital. His forcible removal triggered an invasion of the satyagraha site by a sea of 20-25 year olds. The protestors; a mixture of men and women; were mostly []
Astronaut Spots Heart-Shaped Lake From Space, Says Earth Feels Like It's Sending A Message
In her post, Adenot wrote that seeing hearts in nature always makes her happy.
The worlds most powerful leader is blowing hot and cold, climbing up and climbing down on his stated positions with rare ease and keeping his own nation, his militarys principal target Iran and the people across continents on edge for as long as five months. Donald Trumps warning on Saturday was that the USA []
Parliament Monsoon Session 2026 LIVE Updates: The 'Mangal Milan' meeting is virtually the rebranded weekly NDA parliamentary party strategy session held to foster constructive debate and seamless alliance alignment.
Himanta Sarma Visits Flood-Hit Areas; Compensation To Begin After August 9
Assam Floods: The Chief Minister Himanta Sarma took the help of tractor to inspect the flood-ravaged Nepalikhuti area of Bihubar under the Nazira constituency.
Centre ups windfall gains tax on petrol, diesel, ATF exports
New Delhi, Aug 3: The government has hiked windfall gains tax on exports of petrol, diesel and ATF for the fortnight beginning Monday. The rate of special additional excise duty (SAED) on export of diesel will be Rs 25.5 a litre, up from Rs 15.5 a litre. SAED on export of ATF will be Rs []
Rupee gains 12 p to 95.31 vs USD
The rupee strengthened against the US currency for the sixth consecutive session on Monday, closing higher by 12 paise at 95.31 following a sharp drop in global crude oil prices and a softer greenback after US President Donald Trump decided to hold off strikes against Iran. FII inflows and gains in domestic stock markets provided []
Irans Foreign Ministry denied that negotiations with Washington were taking place, but Donald Trump insisted they were; We are talking right now, he said.
Iran warns of strikes on US warships if Hormuz route is violated
Iran's high-ranking military advisor, Mohsen Rezaee, has dismissed US President Trump's statements about the potential reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. He emphasized that Iran would take action against any unauthorized vessels in the area. While Trump suggested ongoing discussions for this reopening and for Iran's denuclearization, Iran has unequivocally denied any claims regarding negotiations with the United States.
Mumbai, Aug 3: Stock market benchmark indices ended higher on Monday, with the Sensex climbing 544.39 points and Nifty surging 1.60 per cent, following a sharp decline in crude oil prices amid easing geopolitical tensions. Foreign fund inflows also added to markets optimism. Extending the winning momentum to the fourth day, the 30-share BSE Sensex []
Tamil Nadu Clarifies NEET UG Counselling 2026: No Change In Existing Admission Rules
Tamil Nadu has confirmed that NEET UG Counselling 2026 will continue under the existing admission policy. New MCC changes for All India Quota counselling.
