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Japan Establishes National Intelligence Agency Amid Military Expansion Concerns

Beijing, August 4: The Japanese government officially established a National Intelligence Agency on July 31. This initiative aims to enhance the

Karnataka: BMTC Bus Conductor Suspended For Misconduct

The suspended bus conductor is identified as Krishnamurthy and the incident is said to have occurred near Nelamangala toll plaza on August 2: Rep

Farmers move Karnataka High Court against acquisition of land for Bidadi township

The Karnataka government tells the High Court that the farmers will not be dispossessed till the award is passed

100 candidates get jobs at special fair for Vizag airport contract workers

Growing Global Interest in Chinas Open Source AI Models

Beijing, August 4: Recently, major reports have emerged from American magazine Fortune, British newspaper Financial Times, and German newspaper D

Ahinda groups must develop political awareness, says Yathindra Siddaramaiah

Ahinda (minorities, backward classes and Dalit communities) organisations must expand their presence from the State and district levels to villag

Anil Tyagi | 2 Top Leaders Decide Fate Of Thousands Of Civil Servants

Prior to 2014, the establishment officer (EO), ex-officio secretary to the ACC in the department of personnel and training (DoPT), who served ex-

Kerala High Court directs CBI to conclude investigation in Jesna missing case within 6 months

Court says that the probe should not continue indefinitely as eight years has passed since she was last seen

No representation for five districts in north Karnataka in State Cabinet

Over 95% of farmland in Belagavi cultivated

Amid calls for education reforms, NTA Chairman caught in political crosshairs

Pradeep Kumar Joshi was appointed Chairman of the NTA in August 2023, after stints heading the Madhya Pradesh Public Service Commission (MPPSC),

China Expands International Air Cargo Network with Over 100 New Routes in 2026

Beijing, August 4: China has significantly expanded its international air cargo network this year, responding to changing market demands. Accordi

DMK, TVK cadres stage protest in Madurai

13 injured as private bus overturns on NH-16 in Krishna district

No place for women: AAP criticises Cabinet expansion

Air India Flight Loses 300 Feet Altitude, Gives Jitters To Passengers

Flight lands safely in Delhi after sudden mid-air altitude loss; injured receive treatment.

Government has no role; event being organised by private media entity: MEA on Sheikh Hasinas press event

Bangladesh cautions that continued political activities by Bangladeshs deposed Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina on Indian territory can harm bilatera

Diksha Dagar Misses Cut at Womens Open but Maintains Ranking Dominance

London, August 4: Despite missing the cut at the AIG Womens Open, Diksha Dagar has retained her position among the top players on the Ladies Euro

'Game of Thrones: Lord of Light' is coming. Here's all you need to know

Warner Bros. Games launches a new limited-time event called 'Lord of Light' on August 7, 2026. This event is part of the game's August campaign,

Tarang Shakti 2.0: Indian Air Force Set for Major Multinational Exercise After Operation Sindoor

New Delhi, August 4: Following Operation Sindoor, air forces from friendly nations worldwide are eager to engage in military exercises with India

Supreme Court issues notice to government on pleas against CAPF Act

Lead petitioner in the case is CRPF Assistant Commandant Bibhor Kumar Singh, a Shaurya Chakra awardee who lost both his legs in an anti-Maoist op

Quote of the day by Isaac Asimov: The human mind works at low efficiency. Twenty percent is the... Inspiring life lessons on creativity, intuition, curiosity, innovation, critical thinking, and and how sudden flashes of insight unlock unseen potential by the visionary science fiction author and biochemist

Today's Quote of the Day by Isaac Asimov: The famous Quote of the Day by Isaac Asimov, The human mind works at low efficiency. Twenty percent is

He worked 100-hour weeks to rescue a bankrupt North Carolina boat company. Decades later, it drew $400 million-plus offers, but at 83, he did something unexpected

After working 100-hour weeks to save a nearly bankrupt North Carolina boat company, Eddie Smith Jr. built Grady-White Boats into a thriving busin

BJP Takes Major Action After By-Election Loss in Datia, District Organization Dissolved

New Delhi, August 4: Following a defeat in the Datia Assembly by-election, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has implemented significant organizat

'I don't trust Todd': Whitehouse slams Blanche over 'cover-up' of Epstein files at Senate hearing

Durand Cup: Manvir performs hat-trick as Bagan drubs South United 8-0

Hnamte scores twice in five minutes as Sporting Club Delhi comes from behind to beat Jamshedpur FC 2-1 in a Group C match

SIR: ASDDO list goes public

ONGCs net profit more than doubles with spike in net crude price realisations

Revenues increased 45.2% in the June-end quarter on a year-over-year basis.

Vilathikulam MLA Markandayan walks out of Palayamkottai prison

Final questionnaire for Census phase, which will enumerate caste, likely next week

The Population Census 2027 is the first digital Census and the first to enumerate caste in independent India

Scientists spent 10 years searching for East Asia's tallest treewhat they found was extraordinary

Researchers found East Asia's tallest tree, a Taiwania fir, standing 84.1 meters high. This discovery followed a decade-long scientific expeditio

Global Influencer Campaign Launched in Xinjiang

Beijing, August 4: A global influencer co-creation communication campaign titled Meet Xinjiang This Summer was launched in the city of Kuche, loc

Long Hours, Low Pay and No Labour Laws- Youth Trapped In Gig Work

According to Kumar, the biggest issue is that gig workers are still not recognised as workers under three of India's four labour codesthe Industr

Watch: Tamil Nadu LoP Udhayanidhis vulgar double entendre remarks and arrest | Above the Fold | Aug 4 2026

The arrest of Tamil Nadu Leader of the Opposition Udhayanidhi Stalin over remarks made during a DMK protest on the Cauvery dispute has triggered

DMK cadre stage protest, youth assaulted in Tirunelveli

India Distances Itself From Sheikh Hasina's Virtual Press Event

Hasina is set to hold her first interaction with the media on Wednesday evening, two years after she fled Dhaka after the collapse of her governm

Transport, pharma and biotech as industry become Indias biggest research investors

The report also shows that industry now employs more researchers than the public sector in core R&D activities, underscoring a broader shift in t

A day after stunning BJP in Bankipur, JSP founder Prashant Kishor continues to gun for Bihar CM Samrat Choudhary

Prashant Kishor criticized Bihar Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary, linking him to past RJD rule. Kishor claimed people see Choudhary as an attempt

Kerala Takes Significant Step Towards Establishing AYUSH University

Thiruvananthapuram, August 4: Kerala has taken a crucial formal step towards establishing an independent AYUSH university. This initiative is exp

Iran, Oman near Hormuz reopening deal as talks advance

Iran and Oman are making progress on a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. This potential agreement involves shared control and service fees for

'The ayes are 12, nays are 10': Senate Committee advances Todd Blanche after heated GOP-Dem debate

India's Gig Economy: Long Hours, Low Pay and Missing Labour Protection

While the Social Security Code, 2020 recognises gig workers, the other three labour codesthe Industrial Relations Code, the Occupational Safety,

Pradeep Rawat, known for Mahabharat and Ghajini, dies at 74

Veteran actor Pradeep Rawat, remembered for memorable performances in films such as Lagaan and Ghajini, has died at the age of 74. The actor, who

Former Railway Engineer Sentenced to Four Years for Bribery

Lucknow, August 4: The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) Court has taken significant action by sentencing a former railway engineer to four y

Kerala HC directs Meta to unblock journalists Facebook account

Will give fitting reply at appropriate time: Sunetra Pawar on Congress gungi gudiya jibe

Danish Proverb of the Day: Better a friends bite than an Life lessons on trust, loyalty, criticism, support and why a true friend will challenge you to be better

Danish Proverb of the Day highlights the meaning of Better a friends bite than an enemys caress. The saying reflects the importance of honesty, t

Illegal registration of trust land: Former Tahsildar held by Madurai City police

Emirates SkyCargo Opens TaipeiHyderabadDubai Route

TaipeiHyderabadDubai route boosts cargo connectivity and supports high-value shipments.

Monu Shukla Shines as Outer Delhi Warriors Triumph in Thrilling Super Over Against New Delhi Tigers

New Delhi, August 4: In a thrilling encounter in the Delhi Premier League (DPL) 2026, the Outer Delhi Warriors emerged victorious over the New De

'Sir, what planet did you just parachute in from?': Kennedy torches Dem witness over Medicaid fraud

Palani Math land case: HC to pass orders on anticipatory bail petition of suspended Sub-Registrar on August 5

Jipmer facilitates multi-organ donation, saves three lives

India, US working towards interim trade agreement: MEA

India and the United States are actively pursuing an interim trade agreement. Both nations have completed substantial work on the proposed trade

Air India Phuket-Delhi turbulence: Authorities launch probe after Air India Airbus jet loses altitude suddenly

Indian authorities are investigating an Air India flight which experienced a momentary altitude variation. The flight, carrying 137 passengers an

Article 370 abrogation ensured equality, justice, one Constitution in J-K: BJP

The BJP hailed the abrogation of Article 370 as a pivotal advancement for peace, establishing a foundation for transparent governance and inclusi

Kerala rains 2026: PWD puts damage to roads, bridges at 50 crore

The exact extent of the damage can be assessed only after floodwaters completely recede in the worst-affected areas, says PWD Minister P.K. Bashe

Three NCPI MPs skip NDA meet, refuse to join alliance or BJP

The three Lok Sabha MPs, all from Murshidabad district, say they have made their stand clear; TMC chief Mamata Banerjee says rebel MPs deserted t

Fisherman goes missing in high seas

Labour Minister Vivek says Advanced Technology Centres will boost employability among youngsters

Honeymoon murder: Caterer approaches cops over unpaid dues from Raja Raghuvanshi-Sonam wedding

A caterer has approached Indore police seeking Rs 2.82 lakh in unpaid wedding dues from Raja Raghuvanshi's family, nearly 15 months after his mur

Assam Education Department Directs Formation of New School Management Committees

Guwahati, August 4: The Assam School Education Department has issued a new notification. It mandates all government and provincialized schools in

Cut in Plan fund sparks heated debate in Kozhikode Corporation Council

The State government had slashed the Corporations Plan fund from 132 crore to 23 crore, says development standing committee chairman V.P. Manoj

Quote of the day by Brian Flores, 'There's instances where you do everything right and you work hard and things don't work out. That's part of life, and it ends up being life lessons for some guys' teaches discipline, courage, strength, perseverance for personal growth after failure

Quote of the day by Brian Flores teaches words of wisdom and timeless lesson that life should not be judged by individual victories or defeats al

Country going through strange times:Rahul Gandhi takes a Jibe at PM over his video on forgiving

Psychology says people who give huge importance to their house help aren't arrogant or dependent: Here is what the behaviour can mean

Psychology says people who give huge importance to their house help aren't necessarily arrogant or dependent. The behaviour can reflect empathy,

Non-payment of sanitary workers PF contribution stirs unrest

Didi: Is Census Another Sir To Axe Names?

You will be all in all in deciding who should be the government party and who will be the opposition! That means there will be no opposition: Tri

In 2005, trees in Georgia revealed hurricane secrets that had been hidden for more than two centuries

In Georgia, pine trees serve as living archives of historical hurricane activity, revealing data spanning more than 200 years. Innovative researc

Police Crackdown on Drug Trade in Jalpaiguri Following Youth Complaints

Kolkata, August 4: In West Bengal, two young men reported rising drug trafficking in their area to Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari. Just two days

Capital gains tax exemption cannot be denied for reasons beyond assessee control: HC

Wind Turbine Manufacturers-body seek export-linked incentives, PLI for forging facilities to make indigenous products competitive

Minister Uttam Orders Audit of Decade-Long CMR Operations

QR codes, GPS tracking and audits proposed to strengthen paddy procurement monitoring

Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla Meets Uzbekistans Foreign Minister to Strengthen Bilateral Ties

New Delhi, August 4: Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla met with Uzbekistans Foreign Minister Bakhtiyar Saidov in New Delhi on Tuesday. The leaders discu

Defence panel reviews Sainik Schools; Rahul Gandhi queries private involvement

A parliamentary committee reviewed Sainik Schools and private sector involvement. Rahul Gandhi questioned the rationale behind private institutio

CM Vijay sanctions 10 crore for Chennai Open International Womens Tennis Championship 2026

The tournament is expected to feature some of the worlds leading womens tennis players and further enhance Tamil Nadus profile on the global spor

Global tenders to be invited for 9 GW data centre ecosystem in Amaravati

Andhra Pradesh Capital Region Development Authority approves several infra projects including two 18-storey towers for Quantum Valley at an estim

Brief respite from downpour in Kozhikode, orange alert on August 5

The district also reported the second rain-related death in this season on August 4 when Suhail, 38, of Peruvayal, who had been undergoing treatm

AP Proposes Linking Pumped Storage Projects With Green Energy Corridor

The minister said the Centre was implementing the second phase of the green energy corridor, involving an investment of about Rs 11,500 crore

Celebrate Marathi Cinema at the Delhi Marathi Film Festival from August 7-9

New Delhi, August 4: The Delhi Marathi Film Festival is set to take place from August 7 to 9 at the Dr. Ambedkar International Centre. This event

TVK govt. will crack down on insults against women, says Aadhav Arjuna

Just as corruption is being eliminated, the culture of insulting women should also be eradicated, says Minister

Storage of Tungabhadra, Srisailam dams crosses half-way mark

Major projects in the Krishna Basin continue to get significant flood with widespread rains in the upstream catchment areas

Minister C P Johns Remarks on Free Bus Travel for Women Spark Controversy

C.P. John defends comments on women commuters as Opposition accuses him of insulting women

CHESS OLYMPIAD | Humpy keen to make an impression in Indias title defence at Samarkand

I have had to miss quite a few Olympiads in the past, but I was determined to play in this one. We could expect to face strong challenges from Ru

AAP chief warns of major movement if Centre continues forcing E20 petrol

Arvind Kejriwal says Indian farmers are not benefitting from the shift to E20 petrol

Spokane fire arrest: Suspect booked after devastating wildfire tears through Washington neighborhoods

Spokane authorities arrested a man for allegedly starting a large wildfire. This arrest occurred while firefighters battled three major uncontain

Man murders mother and daughter in Kadapa

Last Chance to Apply for Young Professionals Positions at CWC

New Delhi, August 4: A significant opportunity is slipping away for young job seekers interested in government positions. The Central Warehousing

Louisiana's decades-old Christmas tree recycling program is quietly helping restore thousands of acres of wetlands

Discarded Christmas trees are now rebuilding Louisiana's eroding coastlines. These trees are bundled and flown by helicopter into fragile marsh a

Amaravati Chitrakala Veedhi to be Held in Guntur on Aug. 8-9

The festival will also feature nine stages hosting cultural performances, music concerts and entertainment programmes