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DMK Youth Wing Condemns Udhayanidhi Stalins Arrest, Accuses Government of Silencing Opposition

Chennai, August 4: The DMK Youth Wing has strongly condemned the arrest of Udhayanidhi Stalin, the Leader of the Opposition and party secretary,

AIIMS Kalyani Invites Applications for 84 Junior Resident Positions Until August 24

Kolkata, August 4: A remarkable opportunity has emerged for young individuals aspiring to work at the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AI

Pakistan invites Iranian FM Araghchi for talks amid renewed U.S.-Iran tensions

The invitation, according to top officials familiar with the outreach, signals Islamabads determination to remain a key diplomatic bridge between

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Dabur's honey, ghee and oils under FSSAI scanner

In a post on social media, the food regulator said it had issued a prohibition order against the company over the sale of products marketed with

Kochi Corporation writes to Kerala govt seeking approval for changes in city master plan

Master plan special committees move follows petitions from the public

Bombay High Court seeks response from State, Bar Council on stipend for junior advocates

The court observes that the issues raised by the petitioners merits consideration in the larger interest of the young advocate community.

Cauvery water from Karnatakas Kabini reservoir reaches Hogenakkal in Tamil Nadu

Hogenakkal records inflow of 18,000 cusecs. Ban imposed on bathing and coracle operations.

Lok Sabha Passes Appropriation Bill Amidst Protests and Chaos

New Delhi, August 4: The Lok Sabha passed the Appropriation Bill (No. 3) of 2026 on Tuesday, despite ongoing chaos and opposition protests during

Cargo ship hit by projectile in Strait of Hormuz amid escalating US-Iran war

US President Donald Trump on Monday said the two sides were resuming talks aimed at ending the war. However, Iran maintained that it was only eng

Hexavalent vaccine could improve Indias immunisation programme: Study

A study by the Union Health Ministry and partner organisations says introducing the hexavalent vaccine under the Universal Immunisation Programme

Kerala High Court grants bail to four more accused of attacking ED officials

Court had allowed the petitions noting that the accused had spent more than 60 days in custody and that the investigation had reached its final s

Six NEET-UG candidates move Supreme Court over alleged discrepancies in OMR sheets

The lawyer told the court that the students had emailed the NTA and also visited its office, but received no response.

Iran Issues Warning to US Warships Over Strait of Hormuz Navigation Changes

Tehran, August 4: Iran has issued a stern warning that it will target any US vessels attempting to alter the approved shipping corridor or mainta

SIR: Chamarajanagar DC asks political parties to verify voters identified as ASDDO

More than 84,000 voters had been identified under ASDDO Absent, Shifted, Duplicate, Dead or Others category in Chamarajanagar district

Ajax Signs Experienced Goalkeeper Marc-Andr ter Stegen on Loan from Barcelona

Amsterdam, August 4: AFC Ajax has officially signed experienced goalkeeper Marc-Andr ter Stegen from FC Barcelona. The 34-year-old player will jo

Andhra Pradeshs growth rate at 11.3%, ahead of Telanganas, says Chandrababu Naidu

The Chief Minister said the growth rate had fallen to 10.3% between 2019 and 2024 from 13.5% in the preceding five years, and that 10,000 crore h

Gujarat reports 22 child deaths linked to Chandipura virus; 35 cases confirmed

Gujarat has reported 22 child deaths linked to the Chandipura virus while confirming 35 positive cases out of 184 suspected infections, the state

Anupam Kher Meets Amit Shah: A Memorable Encounter Filled with Insights

New Delhi, August 4: Renowned Bollywood actor Anupam Kher shared special moments from his recent meeting with Union Home Minister Amit Shah on so

Dairy Industry Neglected During Jagan Rule, Reveal Statistics In LS Question Hour

During the Question Hour in Lok Sabha, the central fisheries, animal husbandry ministry disclosed details of the drop in milk production, reducti

Congress Accuses Government of Avoiding Accountability, Disrupting Parliament Proceedings

New Delhi, August 4: During the monsoon session of Parliament, Congress MPs targeted the NDA government over issues such as the Ram Temple donati

Feudal Arrogance: Former Minister Slams Kerala CMs Private Chopper Ride

The senior CPI(M) leader claimed that queries by reporters on the two issues were mocked by the CM during his press conference on Monday

Revenue Mobilisation, Reducing Debt, Integrating Tech, Way Forward for AP : Naidu

Enhance revenue mobilisation by increasing state (state's) own revenue and capex through PPP and VGF (viability gap funding). Reduce burden in or

Assam floods disrupt rail services as 11 trains cancelled, 8 diverted; check full list

Floods triggered by incessant rainfall have severely disrupted normal life in Assam, with railway operations emerging as one of the worst-hit sec

Contamination in rivers: SC suggests Rajasthan come out with 20-point resolution plan

The top court said that the entire industrial area in Pali is located along the river bank and in the long run, the State authorities may have to

Security Forces Launch Major Search Operation in Poonch, Jammu and Kashmir

Jammu, August 4: Security forces have initiated a significant search operation in Poonch district of Jammu and Kashmir following reports of suspi

AIADMK chief Edappadi Palaniswami condemns Udhayanidhi Stalins arrest

Mr. Palaniswami, in his social media post, also wrote, We have been saying for several years that Mr. Udhayanidhi should mind what he speaks.

The Abuse Modi Condemned is One His Ecosystem Helped Normalise

12 years in, the Prime Minister hasnt condemned the abuse that his supporters have mounted in his name.

French coastguards rescue 157 from burning migrant boat in English Channel

Five other people had been rescued from the same boat a few hours earlier by coastguards.

DLTA seeks Rs 39 crore from AITA Trust as former chairman Anil Khanna faces scrutiny over land deals

The Delhi Lawn Tennis Association accuses Anil Khanna of fraud. Khanna allegedly diverted stadium rental revenue to the AITA Trust. Land transact

Govt introduces Bill aimed at easing doing business, attracting FDI & enhancing Make in India

The Taxation and Other Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2026 will amend the Payment and Settlement Systems Act, 2007, Income-tax Act, 2025, and the Finance

Assam Floods: Death Toll Rises to 87, Over 1.14 Million Affected

Guwahati, August 4: The flood situation in Assam showed signs of improvement on Tuesday, but the death toll has tragically risen to 87 this year.

Father gets life imprisonment for raping minor daughter under POCSO

A special POCSO court in Uttar Pradesh has sentenced a 60-year-old man to life imprisonment and imposed a fine of Rs 50,000 for raping his 15-yea

From Nambi Narayanan to GD Naidu: Why Madhavan is drawn to unsung Indian heroes

Ahead of the release of G.D.N., R Madhavan talks about playing inventor GD Naidu and why he is drawn to unsung Indian heroes like Nambi Narayanan

Word of the Day: Sesquipedalian Meaning, origin and how to use it

Sesquipedalian describes people and writing that uses long words. This adjective, derived from Latin, means a foot and a half long. It can be com

India Aims to Eliminate Ghost Voters: Nityanand Rai

New Delhi, August 4: The Rajya Sabha passed the Birth and Death Registration (Amendment) Bill, 2026, on Tuesday. During the session, Union Minist

Heavy Rains Continue to Pour Over Kerala, Red Alert in 8 Districts

The IMD issued the red alert in Pathanamthitta, Kottayam, Idukki, Ernakulam, Kozhikode, Wayanad, Kannur and Kasaragod districts of the state

Heatwave Divides Rich And Poor Of Upmarket Seoul

Local authorities have distributed 67 million won worth of cooling appliances to vulnerable households in Gangnam.

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T-Fiber Internet for All Government Offices from Sept 1: Sridhar Babu

Sridhar Babu directed that, from September 1, all government offices across the state should receive internet services exclusively through T-Fibe

NDA MPs Criticize Kejriwal Over E20 Fuel Policy Protests

New Delhi, August 4: Political tensions are rising amid the monsoon session of Parliament, focusing on the central governments E20 fuel policy an

'No Local Judges': Ranchi Protesters Demand External Probe into Paper Leaks

The protesters, who have been staging an indefinite sit-in at Jaipal Singh Munda Stadium here since July 29, alleged that the JMM-led government

Indias Central Asia push: India looks to expand trade as it deepens ties with Uzbekistan

Cheque bounce case: Supreme Court says complaint not maintainable if company not made party

The Supreme Court has dismissed criminal proceedings against a woman in a cheque bounce dispute, emphasizing that a company, as a juristic person

Udhayanidhi Stalin unfit to enter Assembly, be in public life: Minister Nirmalkumar

The DMK leader spoke like a fourth-rate platform speaker, alleges MDMK chief Vaiko

Kin of Telangana Nurse Stranded in Saudi following Road Accident Seek State's Help

The mother of Gugulot Sunitha (36) approached 'CM Pravasi Prajavani' on July 31, with an emotional appeal to Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth R

Udayanidhi Stalins Controversial Remarks on Actress Trisha Spark Outrage Among Political Leaders

Chennai, August 4: Political leaders, including Vaiko, the General Secretary of MDMK, CPI(M) State Secretary P. Shanmugam, and BJP State Vice Pre

DMK Cadres Detained as Protest Spread Across State Over Udhayanidhi's Arrest

During the protest, the demonstrators alleged that the ruling TVK government had registered a case against Udhayanidhi Stalin and arrested him wi

Interview | Kit de Waal on playing within limitations in The Best of Everything

The Womens Prize-listed author talks about shaping characters with flaws, and the lives that inspired her latest novel

Why Abu Dhabi is the Ultimate Short-Stay Sibling Getaway this Raksha Bandhan

Turn the holiday into an unforgettable adventure with a short flight to the UAEs capital

Meta executives to meet Centre on August 5-6 over PM Modi video removal

Meta executives are expected to meet government representatives on August 5 and 6 to discuss legal compliance, AI-generated content and safeguard

Safe Harbour Protection Should Go if Digital Platforms Violate Indian Laws: Dubey

Dubey remarks came a day after the standing committee met to discuss social and digital platforms and their regulation. Representatives of Meta,

50-minute chaos on Delhi-Meerut road: Ambulance with snakebite patient halted amid Kanwariya protest

A critical situation unfolded when an ambulance was delayed for fifty minutes on the Delhi-Meerut road due to a minor accident involving a tracto

Strong Demand in Indias Automobile Sector: Passenger Vehicle Sales Surge by 34% in July

New Delhi, August 4: Indias automobile sector showed robust performance in July, driven by strong domestic demand. During this period, wholesale

Government invites online applications from August 17-31 to get recognised as GATCs

Industries can apply to become Government Approved Test Centres online until August 31, 2026. This initiative aims to expand India's verification

MLAs Resignation Will Be Accepted In Few Minutes: DKS

Over dejected Ministerial aspirants threatening to resign, the Chief Minister termed resignations are common in politics and stated None can stop

Karnataka Aims to Transform Bengaluru into a Global Deep-Tech Hub, Says CM D.K. Shivakumar

Mumbai, August 4: Karnataka Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar announced on Tuesday the states commitment to establish Bengaluru as a global hub for

SC Quashes Cheque Bounce Case Against Director, Cites Company Omission

Top court says cheque bounce complaint is not maintainable against a director if the company is not made an accused.

Exclusive-US has used 'virtually all' of its long-range precision missiles during Iran war, sources say

Kerala rains: Kozhikode police issue alert over landslides, flooding and dam releases

Patrolling and surveillance strengthened in low-lying areas, riverbanks, waterlogged roads, bridges, beaches, tourist spots, and areas prone to l

Vijay Virtually Inaugurates Health Infrastructure Projects Worth Rs 113 cr

Virtually inaugurating the facilities from the Secretariat, the CM opened upgraded infrastructure at government hospitals in Aranthangi, Pallipat

Dont pay for private internet service to govt offices from Sept 1, provide T-Fiber: Telangana IT Minister

Sridhar Babu directs officials to accelerate implementation of Telangana governments flagship Internet to every home initiative

Over 8,000 People Still Displaced in Japan One Week After Devastating Earthquake

Tokyo, August 4: A week has passed since the 7.1 magnitude earthquake struck Kumamoto Prefecture in southwestern Japan. The disaster has resulted

Watch: T.N. LoP Udhayanidhi Stalin arrested by Thanjavur police over alleged misogynist remarks

Tamil Nadu Leader of the Opposition Udhayanidhi Stalin was arrested by the Thanjavur Police over alleged misogynist remarks made during a public

Novotel Hyderabad Airport Appoints Jitendra Singh as Director of Food & Beverage

Singh brings over 18 years of experience in the hospitality industry, having held leadership positions across renowned hotel brands including Mar

NEET Paper Leak: Court Seeks CBI Reply on Accused's Lie Detector Test Plea

Three accused seek voluntary polygraph and brain mapping tests as fast-track court seeks CBI's response by August 6.

Mark Zuckerberg's wife Priscilla Chan invested $125 mn in a school for poor kids. Now she is shutting it down to invest in AI

A free school for underprivileged children will close after the 2025-26 academic year. The Chan Zuckerberg Initiative is redirecting funds toward

India hits record 1.37 lakh MBBS seats; private colleges hold 54% share

India has witnessed an expansion in undergraduate medical education over the past decade, with MBBS seats increasing from 51,348 in 2014-15 to 1,

Vigilance Arrests 24 Tamil Nadu Govt Officials in Corruption Cases

According to a press note, the anti-graft agency laid 24 traps across Tamil Nadu between July 1 and July 31

At 98, critic M Leelavathy continues to be a prolific writer

At 98, renowned writer and literary critic Prof. M. Leelavathy has written Bharathalokam, a study of the Mahabharata. In this conversation, she r

India Repatriates 274 Fugitive Criminals from 36 Countries Since 2019

New Delhi, August 4: The central government has intensified its efforts against fugitive criminals, successfully repatriating 274 wanted individu

Ben Stokes Reveals England Coaching Ambition, Rules Out Comeback

Stokes quit as England Test captain and retired from the international stage after a 2-1 Test series defeat by New Zealand in June

SIR: Migration, low awareness drive Karnatakas high ASDDO numbers

Labour migration, limited awareness of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) and weak political mobilisation have contributed to Karnataka recordi

'Gungi Gudiya' remark on Sunetra Pawar sparks political row in Maharashtra as NCP hits back at Congress

A fresh political controversy has erupted in Maharashtra after the state Congress referred to Deputy Chief Minister Sunetra Pawar as a gungi gudi

US has used 'virtually all' of its long-range precision missiles during Iran war, sources say

The United States has nearly exhausted its supply of key long-range missiles. This depletion occurred during the ongoing five-month conflict with

India's exports from SEZs up 11.8% in 2025-26: Govt

Exports from special economic zones experienced a remarkable boost in 2025-26, eclipsing USD 185 billion. The pharmaceutical industry also thrive

RJD Legislator Bhai Virendra Calls for Major Organizational Changes After Bankipur By-Election Loss

Patna, August 4: RJD legislator Bhai Virendra has demanded deep introspection within the party following its poor performance in the Bankipur by-

Watch: 13 gold, 17 silver, 9 bronze: India ends CWG 2026 with 39 medals

India wrapped up its 2026 Commonwealth Games campaign in Glasgow with a fourth-place finish, winning 39 medals 13 gold, 17 silver and nine bronz

Mohan Bhagwat's youth meet should feature Gen Z voices: Abhijeet Dipke

CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke said it was encouraging that dialogue with young people was taking place, but argued that young voices should play a c

Opinion: Opinion | The Panic In Rawalpindi: Why Pakistani Generals Suddenly Sound So Afraid

Lectures on governance and usual accusations against India aside, the truth is that Pakistani generals are fast losing their grip on the country.

Supreme Court says 10 km radius buffer for mining extends to all wetland reserves

The court was hearing an application filed by the State of Himachal Pradesh arguing that the 10 km radius restriction imposed in Uttarakhand shou

'Haryana gets medals, Gujarat gets games': Deepender Hooda questions Commonwealth Games 2030 host choice

Congress MP Deepender Hooda on Tuesday (August 4) questioned the decision to host the 2030 Commonwealth Games in Gujarat, demanding that Haryana

Kerala Transport Minister C.P. John draws flak over remarks on women using UDFs free bus travel Priyadarshini scheme

Backlash after Minister allegedly suggested that a significant section of women were pretending to be poor' to avail themselves of free travel on

Watch: Former TN CM O. Panneerselvam detained for protesting over Udhayanidhis arrest

Assam Chief Minister Sarma Voices Support for Jharkhand Students Amid Recruitment Exam Irregularities

Guwahati, August 4: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has expressed his support for the ongoing student protests in Jharkhand regarding al

SC Urged to Hear Pleas Against CBSE Three-Language Policy Urgently

Petitioners cite shortage of teachers and textbooks, seek immediate hearing as the academic session is already underway.

Recent trend in net FDI inflows linked to increased investments by India, greater repatriation: Government

Net foreign direct investment has declined significantly in recent years. This trend is linked to increased overseas investments by Indian compan

Registration of Births and Deaths Amendment Bill 2026 passed in Rajya Sabha amidst Opposition sloganeering

The Registration of Births and Deaths (Amendment) Bill, 2026, was passed in the Rajya Sabha. This bill aims to tighten rules for registering birt

Their shares fell from 5% to 0.63%. Now twin daughters are fighting with billionaire dad for $43.5 million

A Nigerian billionaire Muhammadu Indimi is seeking to join an appeal regarding a hefty judgment imposed on his company. His twin daughters were a

A Minnesota college wrestler entered WWE, conquered it, later went to UFC and became its heavyweight champion too: How Brock Lesnar became 'The Beast Incarnate'

Brock Lesnar: A Minnesota college wrestler entered WWE, conquered it, crossed over to UFC and became its heavyweight champion too. Brock Lesnar's