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Mining Project Near Protected Marine Sanctuary in Gujarat Gets Nod

While the marine wildlife sanctuary (spread over 458 square kilometre) was established in 1980, the marine national park (spanning 168 square kil

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China Sees Surge in Humanoid Robot Enterprises with 116,000 New Ventures

Beijing, August 8: Recent data released by Chinas National Market Regulation Administration reveals a significant rise in the number of enterpris

Teachers Defend DSC Recruitment Process, Seek End To Row

The rally came amid allegations by YSRC leaders of irregularities in the DSC recruitment process: Reports

Three injured in quadcopter attack in northwest Pakistan

A drone attack on Saturday resulted in injuries to at least three people in the Ghwa Khwah area of Wana tehsil, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, Paki

T.N. MPs meeting convened by CM Vijay seeks freeze on 543 Lok Sabha seats

The meeting also decided that a government resolution should be adopted in the Tamil Nadu Assembly to protect the rights of Tamil Nadu and the so

Russian and Ukrainian drone strikes kill at least 5 in each country

Since Russia's invasion more than four years ago, Ukraine has developed long-range drones that can hit targets deep inside Russia. In the past ye

Bangladesh proposes death penalty for enforced disappearances

A commission set up after her overthrow recorded at least 1,569 cases of enforced disappearances during her tenure, with 251 victims still missin

Kusal Mendis Elected First President of Sri Lankan Players Association

Colombo, August 8: Kusal Mendis, the captain of the Sri Lankan mens white-ball cricket team, has been appointed as the first president of the new

Weather Forecast and Prayer Timings for Sunday, August 9, 2026

Fajar: 4: 53 am; Zohar: 12: 31 pm; Asar: 4: 48 pm

Rahul Gandhi Alleges Youth Being Used to Mint Money for Industrialists

While there is much talk about America, China and Russia, India's youths are unparalleled, he said.

Government examines if Meta recommendation system deciding what-to-show-to-whom fits intermediary status

Jorge Messi cause of death: What happened to Lionel Messis father and longtime agent who died at 68? A look at his career and role in making his son a football legend

Jorge Messi cause of death: Lionel Messis father and longtime agent has died at 68. The cause of his death is not known as Messi's family has not

Andhra Pradesh: GGH Blood Bank Gets 75 Lakh Upgrade From Alumni

The collector said the alumni had provided medical equipment worth nearly 75 lakh for the blood bank: Reports

Congress leaders hit back at Rijiju over delay in Womens Reservation Implementation till 2034

HR&CE dept. issues protocols for VIP visits to temples

A circular issued by the department stated that the sanctity and traditions of temples should not be disturbed during such visits

Lionel Messis Father, Jorge Messi, Passes Away at 68

New Delhi, August 8: Jorge Messi, the father of Argentine football star Lionel Messi, has passed away at the age of 68. Various media outlets in

Lebanon Says Israeli Troops Breached Village Held by Lebanese Army

Israel invaded south Lebanon after militant group Hezbollah entered the Middle East war on the side of its sponsor Iran in March. Israeli forces

Adani Group's 'Vande Bharatam' initiative will provide opportunities to hidden talents away from metro cities.

Vande Bharatam: The Adani Group has launched the Vande Bharatam initiative for youth across the country. Through Vande Bharatam, Gautam Adani wil

Quote of the Day by Leonardo DiCaprio: 'A single idea from the human mind can build cities...'- Inspiring life lessons on ambition, change and how one idea can inspire action and transform lives by the Titanic star

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Rijiju welcomes SAD's revised stand on women's quota, delimitation

Union Minister Kiren Rijiju welcomed the Shiromani Akali Dal's revised stance on women's reservation. The party now supports immediate passage of

NTA takes action after NEET paper leak, takes this big step!

NTA no longer wants to remain just an examination conducting body, but wants to establish a professional and institutional system for examination

Bengaluru: Woman's Death Goes Unnoticed For A Year In Her House

Police discover her skeletal remains

BSNL New Offer: Get 5,000GB data per month and all the benefits for

BSNL Plan: Government telecom company Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) has introduced a new broadband plan for its customers. Under this plan,

China Delivers New Solar Energy Equipment to Cuba

Beijing, August 8: A handover ceremony for the first shipment of domestic solar energy systems provided to Cuba under Chinese assistance was held

Jio's OTT blast! New plan offers double benefits; learn what's special

Reliance Jio OTT Pass: Jio has launched this new OTT Pass in three different validity options. These offer users unlimited data, 5G access, and a

In Outreach To Sikhs, AAP Government Makes U-Turn On Extremist's Parole

In March 2026, the Punjab government had written to the Tihar Jail authorities recommending rejection of the parole application of Jagtar Singh H

China Delivers New Shipment of Solar Energy Equipment to Cuba

Havana, August 8: A ceremony marking the handover of the first shipment of domestic solar energy systems to Cuba, under Chinese assistance, took

PaukSe & Palata: Windows to Burma-A Celebration of Burmese Tea Shop Specialties

Limited-Edition menu showcasing steamed buns (PaukSe), flaky flatbreads (Palata) & the comforting flavours of Burma's beloved tea shops

FSSAI warned Diageo that its whisky's 'matured in American oak casks' claim was misleading

The FSSAI announced on Sunday (August 2, 2026) it had prohibited sales of Diageos Royal Challenge Whisky made in the State of Madhya Pradesh and

Telangana: DIG Calls For Technology-Driven Police Investigations

Bhaskaran directed officers to prepare a special action plan for pending cases and ensure that investigations were conducted professionally and t

Why NCP-SP opposes FCRA Bill in present form and seeks JPC scrutiny? Supriya Sule clears air

NCP (SP) working president Supriya Sule on Saturday said that her party opposed the FCRA bill in its present form, saying one cannot always view

IND vs SL: Day 2 ends with India dominating; Devdutt Padikkal scores century; Gurnur Brar shines with the bat

At the end of the second day's play, India scored 357 runs for the loss of 6 wickets. Gurnur Brar remained unbeaten on 36 off 18 balls, and Devdu

NCB and Goa ANTIF Hold Second Joint Coordination Meeting to Combat Drug Trafficking

New Delhi, August 8: In a bid to strengthen collaborative efforts against organized drug trafficking, the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) Deputy D

Manipur government announces reopening of National Highways

Blockades since the ethnic conflict erupted in May 2023 have affected movement on the arterial highways connecting Imphal and the country beyond

Drone enters Bulgaria, explodes near pipeline at Romanian border

Turkish officials said a drone attack the previous day on two civilian vessels in the Black Sea left crew members injured.

Dharmendra Pradhan says he sought PMs approval

Nothing is above national interest; I believe Gen Zs are our own, former Union Education Minister says

Daily Quiz | On Indias performance at Glasgow Commonwealth Games

Test yourself on Indias performance at theGlasgowCommonwealth Games that concluded on Sunday

El Nino may trigger 39% rainfall deficit this season: Naidu

Reservoir storage, groundwater levels under pressure; CM directs officials to prioritise drinking water needs

Meenakshi Sundareswarar Temple trust land case: fourth man arrested by Madurai City police

Food Regulator Finds Insects In Pistachios, Suspends Food Firm's Licence

The food regulator said the action was taken in the interest of public health and food safety following the detection of critical non-compliances

India vs Sri Lanka: The Three Bowlers Who Took 11 Wickets in a Single Test Match

New Delhi, August 8: In the rich history of Test cricket between India and Sri Lanka, 46 matches have been played. Remarkably, there have been fo

First Drive: Honda ZR-V Bets on Performance Over Gimmicks

The fully digital instrument cluster is customizable, which shows all kinds of driving data, the charge status and a flow chart of the powertrain

US working to establish safe shipping route through Strait of Hormuz, Vance says 'we don't trust' Iran

US-Iran war news: The United States is pushing for secure passage for commercial vessels through the Strait of Hormuz. Meanwhile, Iran and Oman a

'Who introduced them?': US senator Katie Britt reacts to ex Canadian PM Justin Trudeau and Katy Perry romance: He used to be in charge of a whole country

Justin Trudeau and Katy Perrys high-profile romance has sparked fresh attention after Alabama Senator Katie Britt questioned how the unlikely cel

UP CM Yogi Adityanath calls on PM Modi

Uttar Pradesh's Chief Minister, Yogi Adityanath, had a cordial meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi on Saturday. During their d

UPI is also free for shopkeepers and merchants, with no transaction fees.

UPI Charges: The government has provided significant relief to those making UPI payments. Now, UPI users will no longer have to pay any charges f

Flipkart: No-cost EMI available on this Flipkart app, no-interest, no-credit card shopping

Flipkart News: Flipkart's super. money app now offers UPI payments and in-app shopping with no-cost EMIs. Learn how to use the app.Now Flipkart i

CID summons sitting JPSC members in connection with exam irregularities investigation

The Crime Investigation Department (CID) has summoned all three sitting members of the Jharkhand Public Service Commission (JPSC) and will be que

AP Plans 100% Mobile Coverage Across State

State to offers free land, power aid to plug mobile gaps: Reports

Want to start your own business in the village? How can you get help from the government?

Business Scheme: The government offers loans, subsidies, and other assistance programs for those starting businesses in villages. Let's explore w

Empowering Women: 300 Rural Women in Jaunpur Crafting 500,000 National Flags for Har Ghar Tiranga Campaign

Jaunpur, August 8: As Independence Day approaches, preparations for the Har Ghar Tiranga campaign are gaining momentum across the country. In thi

AIIMS Bibinagar Favours Breastfeeding Support

Executive director Prof. Dr Amita Aggarwal stressed that successful breastfeeding needs coordinated support from healthcare professionals across

Sreevani Marks 500th Edition, Vows To Uphold Telugu Values

He also recalled Raos role in establishing Balaji Vidyalayam at Machilipatnam.

Assam Chief Minister Visits Flood-Affected Areas, Orders Repairs of Damaged Embankments

Guwahati, August 8: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma visited flood-affected areas in the Darang district on Saturday. He assessed the sit

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RISE Centre Helps Rural Women Turn Skills Into Businesses

The centre conducts daily training programmes, workshops every Saturday and periodic job melas.

Balance of Spiritual Practice and Service is the Essence of Disciplehood: Swami Niranjananand Saraswati

Munger, August 8: The two-day Chaturmas program held at the Paduka Darshan complex of the Munger Monastery concluded in a spiritual atmosphere, r

Coimbatore police organise marathon to promote drug-free society

People from different age groups participate in the marathon, held on the MadukkaraiMadhampatty Bypass along the Western Ring Road in Coimbatore

Water Scarcity Hits Numerous Areas of Karimnagar Town Despite Rains

The problem is severe in Kattarampur, Kothirampur, Ramachandrapur Colony, Raghavendranagar, Laxminagar, and Padmanagar, among others.

BJP rule hurting Hindus, says SDPI national president M.K. Faizy

Govt brings public, private agencies under one umbrella to tackle Bengaluru traffic

Urban Mobility Mission Committee for Bengaluru has been formed to develop an integrated, efficient, sustainable, and technology-driven urban mobi

Bengal CID grills TMC leader Abhishek Banerjee's close aide in land fraud case for around 10 hours

Sumit Roy, an aide to TMC leader Abhishek Banerjee, was questioned for ten hours by the West Bengal CID. This interrogation occurred in connectio

2 Brothers Acquitted Of Murder Charges Over Prosecution Flaws After Spending 14 Years In Prison

The two brothers were named as suspects in the murder of one Pyarelal Gadariya that had taken place in Damoh in Madhya Pradesh on August 25, 2009

Did you spot Sanjeeda Sheikh in Toxic trailer? Dhamaal 4 actor makes brief appearance in Yash's film snippet

TV actress Sanjeeda Sheikh's brief appearance in the Toxic trailer has grabbed attention. The actress has a cameo in Geetu Mohandas' upcoming act

Vaibhav Suryavanshi encounters a leopard! The Indian cricketer enjoys his safari.

Indian cricketers Vaibhav Suryavanshi, Shubham Dubey, Ravi Singh, and Sushant Mishra went on a safari in Bor. They saw animals like leopards, bea

Quote of the day by Pablo Picasso: The meaning of life is to find your gift. The purpose of life is... Guernica masterworks powerful reminder to discover your talent, embrace your purpose and use your gifts to make a difference

Pablo Picassos powerful quote of the day, The meaning of life is to find your gift. The purpose of life is to give it away, offers a timeless les

Who Will Replace Sai Sudharsan in the Sri Lanka Test Series?

New Delhi, August 8: The Indian cricket team faces a significant setback ahead of the Test series against Sri Lanka. Reports indicate that left-h

Andhra Pradesh: Pranadhaan Trust Provides Prosthetic Hands To 150 Accident Victims

Pranadhaan Trust president Ravipati Srinivasa Kiran said the organisation would continue its social service and community welfare programmes: Rep

Lebanon says Israeli troops infiltrated Lebanese army-held village

An Israeli occupation army force advanced into the village of Zawtar al-Gharbiya shortly after midnight... and erected a new earthen barrier near

Celebrating Vivek Mushran: From Stardom to Struggles in Bollywood

Mumbai, August 8: The Hindi film industry of the 1990s witnessed many stars who rose to fame overnight with their remarkable talent. One such nam

Madhuri Dixit, Shriram Nene sell Juhu flat bought for Rs 1.94 crore for Rs 4.40 crore

Madhuri Dixit and husband Dr Shriram Madhav Nene have sold their Juhu apartment for Rs 4.40 crore, nearly 14 years after purchasing it for Rs 1.9

Raghav Chadha meets PM Modi in first such interaction since his switch to BJP

New Delhi: The Rajya Sabha MP Raghav Chadha met the prime minister, Narendra Modi, on Saturday, in what he described as a memorable and detailed

Mansukh Mandaviya congratulates Praggnanandhaa on St. Louis Rapid and Blitz victory

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VHP leader Vinod Bansal defends Savarkar amid Kerala school quiz controversy

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Vice-President Radhakrishnan honours Veer Savarkar and freedom fighters at Cellular Jail

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27-Year-Old Killed, 2 Injured After Roadside Slab Collapses In Arunachal Pradesh

A 27-year-old man was killed and two others injured after a roadside slab collapsed near a bridge in Itanagar's Chimpu, police said on Saturday.

10 Bullets In Her Pocket, UP Girl Visits Jail To Meet Lover. Cops Outwit Her

A fake identity claim alerted the guards during the mandatory security check at the main gate. A quick frisking exposed the cartridges in her poc

Devotees Continue to Flock to Shri Ram Temple Amid Donation Controversy

Ayodhya, August 8: Despite ongoing disputes regarding donations, the faith of devotees at the Shri Ram Temple remains unwavering. The influx of p

Punjab Police and BSF Join Forces to Arrest Drug Traffickers, Seize 30 Kilograms of Heroin

Chandigarh, August 8: The Punjab Polices Counter Intelligence unit in Ferozepur has achieved a significant breakthrough in combating cross-border

LPG e-KYC Deadline Nears: Complete Verification From Your Phone to Avoid Refill Issues After August 15

LPG consumers who have not yet completed e-KYC for their cooking gas connection should check their verification status as soon as possible. Repor

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BJP to join Nikhils padayatra from Bidadi against township project

The Janata Dal (Secular) and the Bharatiya Janata Party will jointly flag off a three-day padayatra from Bidadi to Bengaluru, led by JD(S) leader

Bengaluru: Four arrested for assaulting delivery executive in Yelahanka New Town

According to the police, the incident unfolded near Vivekananda Park around 4 a.m. when Basavaraj was en route to deliver an online order.

Telangana Tourism wins Best Design Decoration Award at TTF 2026

CM to visit Delhi on Sunday to finalise induction of woman legislator in Cabinet, allocation of portfolios

The Chief Ministers Delhi visit assumes significance days before the Monsoon Session of the State Legislature, scheduled to begin on August 13

Ramanathapuram police seize 297 kg of ganja

Shatrughan Sinha Meets Lalu Prasad Yadav, Emphasizes Long-Standing Friendship

Patna, August 8: Shatrughan Sinha, a Member of Parliament from the Trinamool Congress and a former actor, met with Lalu Prasad Yadav, the preside