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Young Girl Apologizes for Offensive Remarks Against PM Modi

New Delhi, August 1: A video featuring a young girl expressing remorse has gone viral on social media. She is accused of using inappropriate lang

Gross GST collections surge 15.4% to reach Rs 2.11 lakh crore in July 2026

India's Goods and Services Tax (GST) collections continued their upward trend in the month of July, rising 15.4 per cent year-on-year to reach Rs

UPI Transactions Surge by 22% in July, Total Value Reaches 29.88 Lakh Crore

New Delhi, August 1: The scope of digital payments in India continues to expand. According to data released by the National Payments Corporation

Tea seller welcomes 202 cut in commercial LPG prices, seeks further relief

Hyundai India Couture Week 2026: Corsets, capelets, and lehenga skirts rule the ramp

From statement capes replacing dupattas to sculpted corsets and bold bralettes, we bring you our pick of trends from the Hyundai India Couture We

Delhi police action: A grave concern for Indias democracy

Shivratri 2026 date August 11 or 12: When is Sawan Shivratri this year and what's the difference bewyeen Shrawan Shivratri and Maha Shivratri?

2026 sawan maha shivaratri date and time: Sawan Shivratri in 2026 will be observed on Tuesday, August 11. The auspicious Chaturdashi Tithi begins

Discovery announces documentary on Operation Sindoor, to premiere on Aug 15

The documentary follows the events from the strategic deliberations after the Pahalgam terror attack in April last year to the launch and executi

Union Cabinet approves 84,084 crore for offshore exploration scheme Samudra Manthan

The Cabinet has allocated 43,200 crore for drilling 60 deepwater exploration wells

Devghars Baidyanath Temple Sees Massive Crowds During Shravan Mela

New Delhi, August 1: On the third day of the Shravan Mela, a significant influx of devotees was observed at the Baidyanath Temple in Devghar, Jha

Heavy rain hits eastern parts of Ernakulam, DTPC shuts tourist spots

District Disaster Management Authority has advised those staying along the Muvattupuzha and Thodupuzha rivers to stay safe as water level in both

Minor landslip disrupts access to tourist destination Ponmudi amid heavy rains

The collapse of the road edges has brought traffic heading to Ponmudi to a complete halt for the time being.

Can floating solar boost Indias renewable energy uptake? | Explained

With land increasingly scarce and storage becoming crucial, heres why India is looking to its vast reservoirs for the next phase of solar expansi

EC extends Telangana electoral roll revision schedule, final list on Oct 19

The Election Commission of India has extended the special intensive revision schedule for Telangana's electoral rolls. Final electoral rolls for

Key Financial Changes in August 2026: Impact on Taxpayers, Bank Customers, and Travelers

New Delhi, August 1: As August 2026 begins, several significant financial changes affecting the general public, taxpayers, bank customers, and tr

He lost jobs, saw his business collapse & almost gave up on life; one phone call from his wife changed everything, making him first Indian to complete marathon at North Pole

Life lessons: Ram Gopal Kothari overcame repeated job losses, business failures and financial hardship to achieve a remarkable feat. He went on t

PM playing victim card instead of apologising for brutality on protesting students: Congress

Congress stated Prime Minister Modi plays the victim card regarding youth. The party demanded an apology for student protest brutality and paper

Toxic trailer release date announced; Yash begins countdown with new poster

The wait for fans of Yash's upcoming film Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups is almost over, as the makers have announced the trailer release date

'Over 40 Pellet Wounds In My Body': Story of Irshad Mansoor Who Refuses to Yield

Sheikh Irshad Mansoor was the first reported pellet victim during Delhi's Jantar Mantar protest. This is his story.

Sri Lanka Easter Bombing Case: Former Police Chief Sentenced to Death

Colombo, August 1: A special bench of Sri Lankas High Court has sentenced former Inspector General of Police (IGP) Pujith Jayasundara to death. T

Modi says he forgives young protesters over abusive remarks.

Climate Experts Warn of Increased Wildfire Risks in Western Europe Due to Rising Temperatures

Barcelona, August 1: A climate expert from Spain has reported that Western Europe is warming at a rate faster than many other regions worldwide.

Heavy Rain Alert Issued in Keralas Eight Districts, One Woman Dies

Thiruvananthapuram, August 1: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a red alert for heavy rainfall in eight districts of Kerala. T

The Mysterious Temple of Uttarakhand: Where the Goddess Changes Form Three Times a Day

Almora, August 1: Nestled in the enchanting valleys of Uttarakhand lies the ancient and renowned Shyahi Devi Temple, located near Sitlakhet in Al

The quiet appeal of snail mail

As AI slop fills timelines, young Indians are rediscovering analogue experiences the realness of a handwritten letter, of a hand-drawn postcard.

Australia defends teen social media ban after study shows most still online

The eSafety study painted a sobering picture. It found that children aged 10 to 15 were using social media just as frequently in March as they ha

Modi Dedicates Alluri Sitarama Raju International Airport to the Nation

The passenger terminal building has been designed to provide a modern, seamless and efficient travel experience

Jos Buttler on the verge of scripting history, edges closer to Kieron Pollard's legendary record with fifty

Veteran England batter Jos Buttler has been in brilliant form of late, and he has been putting in some brilliant showings at the ongoing The Hund

Significant Drop in Commercial LPG Cylinder Prices Brings Relief to Businesses

New Delhi, August 1: Government oil marketing companies have announced a reduction of over 200 in the price of the 19-kilogram commercial LPG cyl

Why Mumbai is leading Indias super-tall housing boom

As Mumbais super-tall residential towers rise beyond 300 metres, innovation, redevelopment and sustainability redefine vertical living

Kerala CM Satheesan Says Govt Prepared To Tackle Rain-Related Emergencies

Teams of the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF), police and other emergency agencies were fully prepared to handle any eventuality.

The $20 Billion Secret: How Hygiene Became India's Next Big Bet

India's annual 25 million births fuels demand for baby-care products. Meanwhile, increasing elderly population is demanding adult-care products.

Meet 14-year-old San Diego student Sharvi Mahajan, whose AI system can detect driver fatigue before accidents happen & who is now competing for $25,000 science prize

Sharvi Mahajan, a 14-year-old Indian-American student, is a finalist in the 2026 3M Young Scientist Challenge. She developed an AI system using E

Sacred Tiruvallikeni kshetram

Yashveer Singh Celebrates First International Medal with Bronze at Commonwealth Games 2026

Glasgow, August 1: Yashveer Singh made headlines at the Commonwealth Games 2026 by clinching a bronze medal in javelin throw with an impressive t

Sandeep Reddy Vanga Praises Ranbir Kapoor's 'Ramayana' Trailer

Sandeep Reddy Vanga is currently working on the Prabhas starrer Spirit, which will be released in theatres in March 2027.

Complaint filed against Pappu Yadav for enacting Ram temple donation theft in Parliament premises

A police complaint has been lodged against Independent MP from Purnia, Pappu Yadav over his demonstration on Ram Temple Donation Scam in Parliame

Cloudburst Hits Jammu And Kashmir's Kishtwar, Shops, Vehicles Damaged

Cloudburst in Kishtwars Chatroo area damages shops with no reported casualties.

Civic official suspended for absence from SIR duty in Palghar

The Palghar administration, in a release, said that Gopal Chaudhari, group education officer of the Vasai Panchayat Samiti, repeatedly failed to

Remembering Malviya: How Umakant Malviya Revitalized New Poetry

New Delhi, August 1: Renowned poet Umakant Malviya, the creator of the famous poem A Cup of Tea, was born on August 2, 1931, in Mumbai, Maharasht

India's gross GST collections rise 15.4% to Rs 2.11 lakh crore in July

India's GST collections reached Rs 2.11 lakh crore in July 2026, reflecting a 15.4% growth year-on-year. The surge in revenue was largely driven

Trump Moves To Tighten English Proficiency Rules For Mexican Rail Crews

This rail safety effort aligns closely with the Transportation Department's efforts to ensure that truck drivers can understand English, so they

Neeraj Chopra Reflects on Silver Medal Win at Commonwealth Games 2026

Glasgow, August 1: On the ninth day of the Commonwealth Games 2026, India celebrated two medal wins in javelin throw. Neeraj Chopra secured a sil

Godavari at 55 Feet: 3rd Danger Signal Issued at Bhadrachalam

The river is receiving heavy inflows due to rains in upper riparian areas

SEBI Bars Zee's Subhash Chandra, Punit Goenka From Markets For A Year In Land Pledge Case

Sebi has prohibited Zee Entertainment Enterprises Ltd from the securities market for two months and its Chairman Emeritus Subhash Chandra and MD

Godavari Floods to Intensify; Second Warning Likely at Dowleswaram: APSDMA

Jain requested people to contact the toll-free emergency helplines 112, 1070 and 1800 425 0101 for assistance and information.

Patanjali enters insurance business with Magma deal

Tributes Pour in for Bharat Ratna Purushottam Das Tandon on His 144th Birth Anniversary

New Delhi, August 1: Today marks the 144th birth anniversary of Bharat Ratna Rajarshi Purushottam Das Tandon, born on August 1, 1882, in Prayagra

Kerala heavy rains LIVE: Revenue Minister calls meeting for rescue operations

A red alert has been issued for eight districts in Kerala, while an orange alert has been issued in three districts and Thiruvananthapuram, Kolla

IMD upgrades rain alert to red for 8 districts in Kerala after intense overnight rains

Extremely heavy rainfall is likely over the next 24 hours in Idukki, Kottayam, Pathanamthitta, Malappuram, Kozhikode, Wayanad, Kannur and Kasarag

Red Alert In Kerala's Kottayam After Rain Triggers Landslides, Flooding

One person was killed in a landslide, another remains missing, entire towns were inundated, roads cut off and hundreds of residents were shifted

Death toll reaches 82 as 1.92 lakh people remain affected by floods in Assam

The flood situation has improved since Thursday (July 30, 2026), when more than two lakh people in eight districts were affected

Godavari flood intensity to increase; second warning level likely at Dowleswaram on Saturday: APSDMA

The Godavari river flood intensity is expected to increase steadily due to heavy upstream rainfall. Water levels at Bhadrachalam and Kunavaram ar

Swami Tyagishwaranand Highlights Youth Empowerment at Vivek Smarak Inauguration

Mysuru, August 1: Swami Tyagishwaranand, the secretary of the Ramakrishna Ashram in Davangere, commented on Prime Minister Narendra Modis visit t

Rachel Shelley Remembers Lagaan: Exclusive Behind-the-Scenes Photos Shared

Mumbai, August 1: British actress Rachel Shelley, known for her role as Elizabeth Russell in Aamir Khans iconic film Lagaan, has taken a trip dow

Sivakarthikeyan Shares Candid Pictures From the Sets of 'Seyon'

Sivakarthikeyan was seen in movies such as Madharaasi in recent years.

Ceuta Migrant Crisis: 57 Dead, Thousands Return Voluntarily

Ceutas president put the number of migrants at 60,000, which was equivalent to 70% of the territory's population

India Provides $840,000 Aid to Tanzania for Climate Change Mitigation

Mumbai, August 1: India is extending financial support of $840,000 to Tanzania as part of a program aimed at addressing the threats posed by clim

TISS Abruptly Postpones Convocation Amid 'Protest Fears' Over Chief Justice's Visit

The administration reportedly feared that protests linked to the Citizens for Justice and Peace (CJP) movement could break out during the event.

Amarnath Yatra suspended from Jammu as rain hampers highway restoration

Tejaswin 1st Indian To Win A Decathlon Medal In CWG With A Bronze

India's Tejaswin Shankar won the bronze medal in the men's decathlon with a total of 7,976 points at the Commonwealth Games 2026, in Glasgow, bec

Haryana Boxers Shine at Commonwealth Games 2026, CM Congratulates Finalists

New Delhi, August 1: The performance of Indian boxers at the Commonwealth Games (CWG) 2026 continues to impress. All ten Indian boxers have secur

This Himalayan treasure helped over 200 families earn lakhs while protecting 100 sq km of forest

A wild Himalayan spice known as Khagi is transforming lives in Arunachal Pradesh. Indigenous communities are using the native spice to generate s

Pawan Kalyan Orders Probe into Tiger Death in Racherla Beat of NSTR

Pawan Kalyan directed officials to conduct the post-mortem examination and forensic analysis in accordance with wildlife conservation protocols t

Delhi Launches Laxmi Scheme: Financial Aid of 2,500 for Women

New Delhi, August 1: The Delhi government, led by Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, has officially launched the Delhi Laxmi Scheme on Saturday. This in

OpenAI finds evidence other AI agents escaped containment as it widens hacking probe

The discovery of additional rogue behaviour at OpenAI, even if limited in nature, could feed growing appetite for regulation coming out of the Wh

Tamil Nadu Launches First Phase of 2027 Census with Door-to-Door Enumeration

Chennai, August 1: Tamil Nadu is set to commence the House Listing and Housing Census on Saturday. This initiative marks the beginning of the fir

Zelensky Asks Trump To Help Win Musk's Nod For Starlink-Assisted Russia Strikes

Elon Musk has allowed the Ukrainians to use Starlink inside their own territory, including in Ukrainian regions occupied by the Russians, but has

Pakistan minister says governance has collapsed; warns united cockroaches can turn everything upside down

Pakistan's interior minister declared the nation's governance system has collapsed. He called for sweeping constitutional reforms and new adminis

ESA notification raises concern among people in hilly regions of Kerala

Farmer leaders say that with 131 villages from the State are now included in the draft notification, and nearly 1,500 sq km of farmlands and huma

Heritage Mustn't Be Lost To Development: Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant

Goa Chief Minister highlights need to balance urban growth with heritage and environmental concerns

PM Modis Visit to Mysuru Marks a Historic Moment for Youth Inspiration

Mysuru, August 1: Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to inaugurate the Swami Vivekananda Cultural Youth Center, known as Vivek Smarak, in Karnat

Russia hits Ukrainian capital with ballistic missiles and drones, killing at least 9

Russian forces launched intense missile and drone attacks on Kyiv overnight. At least nine people were killed and twenty-two civilians were injur

Britain's new leader shifts power from Downing Street to Manchester with 'No. 10 North'

Britain's new Prime Minister Andy Burnham has opened an office in Manchester. This new hub aims to decentralize government power and foster econo

DMK Initiates Major Organizational Restructuring with Internal Elections After 12 Years

Chennai, August 1: The Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) has embarked on a significant organizational restructuring process, culminating in interna

Heavy rainfall triggers landslides in Kerala's Idukki; three dead, several feared trapped under debris

Heavy rainfall on Saturday triggered widespread landslides in Keralas Idukki district. At least three were killed while several others were trapp

Karnataka government failed to tackle drought, says H.D. Kumaraswamy; JD(S) to attend all-party meet on Cauverycrisis

He expressed deep concern over the suicide of a farmer couple in Hatna Bevukallu village of Mandya taluk, reportedly driven by mounting debt

Deepfake Videos of BJP Leaders Commenting on CJP Protesters Go Viral

We found out that the videos are AI-altered.

Salman Khan Remembers Sanjay Dutt with Heartfelt Post; Trishala and Manyata React

Mumbai, August 1: Actor Salman Khan took to social media to share special moments spent with his close friend and fellow actor Sanjay Dutt. His p

PM Modi visit LIVE: Prime Minister Modi to inaugurate ASR International Airport at Bhogapuram today

Andhra Pradesh gets its first greenfield international airport since the 2014 bifurcation, along with projects worth over 17,900 crore that the P

IBPS Clerk registration 2026 begins at ibps.in; know how to apply for 11,403 CSA vacancies

The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has commenced the application process for the Clerical Cadre XVI. The interested candidates w

Kim Woo-bin, Lee Kwang-soo can't hide their reactions as Shin Min-ah takes stage at 5th Blue Dragon Awards

One of the biggest awards ceremonies for South Korean series, the 5th Blue Dragon Series Awards 2026, was held on Friday (July 31) and attended b

How breast milk programmes a babys long-term health and why India must improve its breastfeeding numbers

Breast milk, a living, adaptive biological fluid, not only supports an infants nutrition, metabolism, and immunity, it also contributes to long-t

Bihar: STF constable arrested in Bharat Bhushan Tiwari encounter case

Police had maintained that Tiwari opened fire when they attempted to arrest him on June 17 and that they retaliated in self-defence

Heavy Rain and Strong Winds Expected in Tamil Nadus Western Districts Until August 6

Chennai, August 1: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast heavy rainfall accompanied by strong winds in parts of Tamil Nadu, part

A 21-year-old woman took all 5 anti-rabies injections after a dog bite. Still she died. Ex-army doctor explains what went wrong

A 21-year-old woman died of rabies despite taking all five anti-rabies vaccine doses and rabies immunoglobulin after a dog bite. An ex-Army docto

Trump says US campaign against ICC is to protect Benjamin Netanyahu, not himself

The US President offered these remarks following a briefing by Secretary of State Marco Rubio during a cabinet convening at Camp David, where Rub

Marco Rubio Intensifies Campaign Against International Criminal Court

Washington, August 1: U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio has intensified his campaign against the International Criminal Court (ICC). He stated

Tributes Paid to Bal Gangadhar Tilak on His Death Anniversary

New Delhi, August 1: Union ministers, including Home Minister Amit Shah, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, and Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, paid hom

Tributes Paid to Lokmanya Bal Gangadhar Tilak on His Death Anniversary

New Delhi, August 1: Union ministers, including Home Minister Amit Shah, Defense Minister Rajnath Singh, and Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, paid tri