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Imphal, August 6: Security forces in Manipur arrested the self-proclaimed leader of the banned United Kukis National Army (UKNA) on Thursday in Churachandpur district. Following the arrest, authorities recovered a cache of weapons, ammunition, and explosives based on information obtained during interrogation. A senior police officer reported that RC Singson, the self-styled head of the ... Read more Manipur: Militant Leader Arrested, Weapons Seized by Security Forces

New Delhi, August 6: Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal stated on Thursday that BRICS nations have a unique opportunity to enhance manufacturing competitiveness, deepen technical cooperation, develop resilient supply chains, and promote sustainable industrial growth. Speaking at the BRICS Industry Ministers meeting held in Jaipur under Indias BRICS 2026 presidency, Goyal noted that ... Read more BRICS Nations Have Unique Opportunity to Boost Manufacturing and Supply Chains: Piyush

New Delhi, August 6: Leaders of the Indian National Congress, including Rahul Gandhi, Priyanka Gandhi, and party president Mallikarjun Kharge, have expressed their deep sorrow over the devastating landslides and floods in Nagaland and Arunachal Pradesh. Rahul Gandhi took to social media platform X to convey his condolences. He stated, I am deeply saddened by ... Read more Tragedy Strikes Nagaland and Arunachal Pradesh: Leaders Express Condolences and Call for Support

Gonda, August 6: BJP legislator Pratik Bhushan Singh described the large crowd that gathered in support of his father, former MP Brijbhushan Sharan Singh, as a symbol of public trust and backing. He asserted that his father was framed in a well-orchestrated conspiracy, and the overwhelming support from the people is proof that they stand ... Read more Crowd Support for Brijbhushan Sharan Singh Symbolizes Public Trust: Pratik Bhushan Singh

New Delhi, August 6: The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has intensified scrutiny over the construction agency responsible for the Lucknow-Kanpur Expressway due to multiple defects and issues. NHAI has taken action against several officials, including the project director of the agency. According to NHAI officials, the project director has been suspended and barred ... Read more Cracks Found on Lucknow-Kanpur Expressway: Project Director Dismissed, Construction Agency Issued Show Cau

Hyderabad, August 6: BJP leader Kompella Madhavi Lata has expressed support for Uttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Keshav Prasad Mauryas recent remarks regarding madrasas. She emphasized her concern for the curriculum and future of children studying in these institutions. In an exclusive interview, Madhavi Lata highlighted that some madrasas isolate children from mainstream society. She ... Read more Madhavi Lata Advocates for English Education and National Anthem in Madrasas

New Delhi, August 6: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu spoke with Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday. The two leaders discussed recent developments in West Asia and ways to strengthen the India-Israel strategic partnership. According to the Indian Ministry of External Affairs, Netanyahus call to Modi included a review of the ongoing progress in their ... Read more Netanyahu Discusses Strategic Partnership with Modi Amid Recent Developments in West Asia

Bengaluru, August 6: Basavaraj Horatti, the Chairman of the Karnataka Legislative Council, has announced his resignation, effective August 14. He stated that he will formally submit his resignation on that day. In the meantime, the Congress party has declared senior leader Saleem Ahmed as their candidate for the Chairman position, sparking political controversy. The BJP ... Read more Karnataka Legislative Council Chairman Basavaraj Horatti to Resign on August 14 Amid Political Controversy

Guwahati, August 6: Assams Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has issued strict directives against unauthorized fundraising for flood relief across the state. On Thursday, he instructed the police to immediately halt all unapproved donation campaigns taking place on public roads. The Chief Minister clarified that no individual or organization is permitted to collect funds for ... Read more Assams Chief Minister Cracks Down on Unauthorized Flood Relief Donations

New Delhi, August 6: The Asian Cricket Council (ACC) has announced the schedule for the Womens Asia Cup 2026, which will commence on August 28. India and Pakistan have been placed in Group A of the tournament, and both teams will face each other in a highly anticipated match on September 5. This will be ... Read more Womens Asia Cup 2026 Set to Kick Off on August 28, India-Pakistan Clash Scheduled

Mumbai, August 6: The founder of the Cockroach Peoples Party (CJP), Abhijit Dipke, announced the partys upcoming strategy on Thursday. This strategy includes a nationwide campaign titled What Does the Public Say? set to launch this September, aimed at understanding public sentiment across Maharashtra and India. Dipke addressed reporters after the conclusion of a two-day ... Read more Cockroach Peoples Party Launches Nationwide Campaign What Does the Public Say?

New Delhi, August 6: The Sixth National Parliamentarians Badminton Championship has been organized by the Constitution Club of India. Union Minister of Parliamentary Affairs Kiren Rijiju inaugurated the event, highlighting its role in promoting fitness and fostering camaraderie among parliamentarians, which is crucial from a political perspective. Speaking to the media, Kiren Rijiju stated, The ... Read more Kiren Rijiju Inaugurates Sixth National Parliamentarians Badminton Championship

New Delhi, August 6: Unverified images depicting events at the India-China border are circulating on social media, leading to misinformation and confusion. Citizens and media are advised to rely solely on official information released by the Ministry of Defence and the Indian Armed Forces. They should avoid sharing unverified videos or claims circulating online. This ... Read more Unverified Images of India-China Border Circulate Online, Authorities Urge Caution

Greater Noida, August 6: Preparations for the India Bioenergy and Tech Expo 2026, scheduled to take place from August 11 to 13 at the India Expo Mart in Greater Noida, are in the final stages. Gautam Buddha Nagar District Magistrate Medha Roopam held a review meeting with officials from various departments to assess the arrangements ... Read more India Bioenergy and Tech Expo Set for August 11-13, CM Yogi to Attend on August 12

Chandigarh, August 6: In a significant operation against drug trafficking, Punjab Police achieved a major breakthrough in Sangrur. Under the leadership of SSP Dr. Ravjot Grewal, the police team apprehended two drug traffickers. On Thursday, Sangrur Police informed the media that these traffickers had been active in the area for some time and were arrested ... Read more Punjab Police Arrest Two Drug Traffickers in Sangrur Operation

Bhopal, August 6: Four organizations working with victims of the 1984 Bhopal gas tragedy have accused the Bhopal Memorial Hospital and Research Centre (BMHRC) of shutting down pathology services in all eight of its mini-units. They claim that the hospital is now moving towards closing X-ray facilities, which would severely impact access to healthcare for ... Read more Bhopal Gas Tragedy Victims Accuse BMHC of Reducing Essential Services

Bengaluru, August 6: Karnataka Legislative Council Chairman Basavaraj Horatti has announced his resignation. He stated that he will officially submit his resignation on August 14. Notably, the Congress party has released a list of new ministers, naming senior leader Saleem Ahmed for the chairman position. This decision has sparked controversy. The BJP criticized the move, ... Read more Karnataka Legislative Council Chairman Basavaraj Horatti to Resign on August 14

New Delhi, August 6: BJP MP Ravi Shankar Prasad urged the opposition, particularly Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge and Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi, to allow the functioning of both houses so that Union Home Minister Amit Shah can address them. This demand is also being echoed by protesting leaders. Prasad ... Read more BJP Criticizes Kharge and Rahul Gandhi for Disrupting Parliament Proceedings

Patna, August 6: Indian political leaders from the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) have strongly criticized Maulana Sajid Rashidi for his alleged comments comparing Kanwar Yatra pilgrims to terrorists. They labeled his statement as unacceptable and disrespectful to devotees. Bihar Minister Mithilesh Tiwari remarked that Rashidis ideal must have been Osama bin Laden, which explains his ... Read more BJP Leaders Condemn Maulana Sajid Rashidis Controversial Remarks

Chandigarh, August 6: A shocking incident unfolded in Haryanas Dadri, where a brazen shooting occurred outside a police station on Thursday. Seven individuals traveling in a car were injured in the daylight attack. Initially, police suspect that the incident is linked to gang rivalry. The assailants, who fired at least 30 rounds, have not yet ... Read more Gang War Erupts Outside Police Station in Haryana, Seven Injured

Indore, August 6: In a remarkable display of vigilance and quick thinking, police officers in Indore, Madhya Pradesh, saved a young mans life. The officers administered CPR to a youth who had collapsed on the street, successfully reviving him. According to police reports, during a patrol for the Kanwar Yatra in the Rau and Rajendra ... Read more Indore Police Save Young Mans Life with CPR

Mumbai, August 6: Music plays a crucial role in making a film successful. It connects audiences to the story and creates emotional bonds. In this context, singers have significantly contributed to elevating Bollywood to new heights. One such popular singer is Akriti Kakkar, a renowned Indian playback singer and musician. Akriti Kakkar is primarily known ... Read more Celebrating Akriti Kakkar: From Classical Roots to Bollywood Stardom

Mumbai, August 6: Maratha reservation activist Manoj Jarange Patil launched a strong attack on the Maharashtra government on Thursday. He accused the administration, particularly Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis and Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, of orchestrating a deliberate conspiracy against the Maratha community. Jarange Patils remarks followed the cancellation of Kunbi caste certificates for four ... Read more Maharashtras Manoj Jarange Accuses Government of Conspiracy Over Kunbi Cert

New Delhi, August 6: Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju reached out to Congress leader Rahul Gandhi via phone to request support for the reintroduction of the Delimitation Bill. Sources indicate that Rijiju focused on reducing differences regarding this issue. This marks his third attempt to discuss the matter with Gandhi during the Monsoon session. Rijiju ... Read more Kiren Rijiju Seeks Rahul Gandhis Support for Delimitation Bill

Bengaluru, August 6: Karnataka Legislative Councils Opposition Leader, Chalwadi Narayanaswamy, responded to Minister Yatindra Siddaramaiahs recent comments. In an interview, Narayanaswamy asserted that India has always been, and will continue to be, a Hindu nation. He emphasized that those who chose to migrate to Pakistan after independence believed in Indias identity as a Hindu nation. ... Read more Karnataka Opposition Leader Declares India a Hindu Nation

Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, August 6: The Cockroach Peoples Party (CJP) has officially announced its first national executive, revealing the names of its top officials. The party stated that this leadership team has been approved to facilitate the organizations expansion across the country and to implement its roadmap. According to a press release from the party, 30-year-old ... Read more Cockroach Peoples Party Announces National Executive, Plans Nationwide Expansion

New Delhi, August 6: Prime Minister Narendra Modi chaired a meeting where the Union Cabinet approved the National Circular Bio-Energy Program, known as the Govardhan Project, with a total outlay of 23,731 crores. PM Modi shared this information on social media. In a post on the platform X, he stated that this initiative is a ... Read more PM Modi Approves Govardhan Project to Boost Clean Energy in India

Rewari, August 6: The Haryana Vigilance Team has taken significant action against corruption by arresting a Patwari in the Kosli Tehsil while accepting a bribe of 4,000 on Thursday. The accused was demanding the bribe from the complainant under the pretext of improving revenue records. According to reports, the Patwari had already received 5,000 from ... Read more Vigilance Team Arrests Patwari in Rewari for Accepting Bribe of 4,000

New Delhi, August 6: BJP MP Praveen Khandelwal addressed several issues on Thursday. In an interview, he claimed that the disruption of parliamentary proceedings is a calculated conspiracy by Congress and other opposition parties. Khandelwal stated that these parties are attempting to create challenges both outside and inside Parliament, hindering discussions on crucial matters. He ... Read more Opposition Parties Deliberately Disrupting Parliamentary Proceedings: Praveen Khandelwal

New Delhi, August 6: Under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the Union Cabinets Economic Affairs Committee has approved the development of a 135.871-kilometer, four-lane access-controlled corridor between Guwahati and Tezpur in Assam. This announcement was made by Prime Minister Modi on the social media platform X. In his post, Modi emphasized the significant ... Read more Cabinet Approves Guwahati-Tezpur Corridor: A Boost for Assams Connectivity

Mumbai, August 6: Renowned filmmaker Subhash Ghai marked the 33rd anniversary of his iconic film Khalnayak on Thursday, reminiscing about the memories associated with its release. On this special occasion, he shared how the concept for the film came to be, emphasizing his desire to portray a villain whose story is rooted in pain and ... Read more Celebrating 33 Years of Khalnayak: Subhash Ghai Reflects on the Films Legacy

New Delhi, August 6: Former Indian cricket team off-spinner and Rajya Sabha MP Harbhajan Singh stated on Thursday that Punjab is lagging in sports while other states are progressing. Harbhajan expressed his concerns in the Parliament complex, saying, Sports is an area I understand well because I have played. I hope efforts will be made ... Read more Harbhajan Singh Highlights Punjabs Decline in Sports Development

New Delhi, August 6: In a significant move to enhance the integrity and transparency of Indias drug regulatory system, the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare has amended the Drugs Rules of 1945. This amendment was notified through GSR number 756 (E) on October 16, 2025. Under the existing enforcement provisions of the Drugs and ... Read more Indian Health Ministry Tightens Drug Regulations to Combat Fraudulent Applications

Patna, August 6: Tejashwi Yadav, the National Executive President of the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) and Leader of the Opposition in the Bihar Assembly, made serious allegations against the state government and police regarding the Bunti Yadav murder case. He stated that police negligence has been evident and that the culprits should not be spared ... Read more Bihars Tejashwi Yadav Accuses Government of Negligence in Bunti Yadav Murder Case

New Delhi, August 6: Indian companies have reported results for the first quarter of the fiscal year 2026-27 (April-June) that surpass expectations. Despite losses in oil marketing companies (OMCs), strong performances in the banking and financial services (BFSI), metal, technology (IT), and automobile sectors have supported corporate profits. This information comes from a report by ... Read more Indian Companies Exceed Expectations in Q1 FY 2026-27, Banking and Metal Sectors Lead Growth

New Delhi, August 6: The Indian Railways has approved amendments to the Model Concession Agreement (MCA) that will allow container train operators to operate across the entire Indian Rail network. Under the new provisions, container train operators (CTOs) will no longer need separate permissions and fees for different route categories. Instead, they will be granted ... Read more Relief for Container Train Operators: Single All-India License Now Permits Operations on All Routes

Nagpur, August 6: Sanjay Nirupam, spokesperson for Shiv Sena, expressed his views on RSS chief Mohan Bhagwats recent dialogue with Gen Z, the ongoing Supreme Court case concerning the Shiv Sena name and election symbol, and comments from Congress leaders regarding Rahul Gandhis political stance. He supported the RSSs approach, stating that such dialogues are ... Read more Sanjay Nirupam Welcomes Mohan Bhagwats Dialogue with Gen Z

New Delhi, August 6: Fast bowler Brijesh Sharma will represent his home state of Jammu and Kashmir in the upcoming domestic cricket season (2026-27). Hailing from the town of Mada in Udhampur district, Brijesh has made headlines during the IPL 2026 season while playing for the Rajasthan Royals (RR). For the IPL auction, Brijesh registered ... Read more Brijesh Sharma to Play Next Domestic Season for Jammu and Kashmir

New Delhi, August 6: Digital payment and fintech platform PhonePe announced the launch of its Fixed Deposit (FD) distribution service on Thursday. Users can now compare and invest in FDs from major banks and NBFCs directly through the app. In partnership with Shivalik Small Finance Bank, the company also introduced a new digital micro-savings product ... Read more PhonePe Launches Fixed Deposit Distribution Service for Easy Investments

New Delhi, August 6: The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) has lodged serious objections with the Election Commission regarding the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) process in Delhi. On Thursday, a party delegation led by Delhi state president Saurabh Bhardwaj met with the Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) of Delhi, alleging that many genuine voters are at ... Read more AAP Raises Concerns Over Voter Registration Process in Delhi

New Delhi, August 6: A recent international study claims that managing high blood pressure, type 2 diabetes, and smoking during middle age can delay the onset of dementia by an average of 13 years. This finding was published in the American medical journal Neurology. The researchers analyzed health data from over 12,400 individuals over nearly ... Read more Controlling Three Key Factors Can Delay Dementia by Up to 13 Years: Study

Guwahati, August 6: Hagrama Mohilari, the chief of the Bodoland Territorial Council (BTC), visited the severely flood-affected Sivasagar district on Thursday, leading a relief team of 104 members. During the visit, essential relief supplies were distributed to families impacted by the flooding. Mohilari, accompanied by MLA Arup Kumar Dey, toured several flood-hit areas. They assessed ... Read more BTC Chief Mohilari Leads Relief Efforts in Flood-Affected Sivasagar

Mumbai, August 6: Bollywood actor Rajpal Yadavs troubles continue to escalate. The Central Bank of India has intensified its loan recovery process against the actor, who is already facing legal action over a bounced check. The bank has affixed notices on two of Yadavs properties in Shahjahanpur, marking them for auction. According to the bank, ... Read more Rajpal Yadav Faces Financial Troubles as Bank Seizes Properties for Loan Recovery

New Delhi, August 6: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has announced that the Ukrainian military executed a significant operation on Thursday aimed at limiting Russias oil revenue. The operation targeted two oil refineries located at distant Russian sites. Zelensky stated that Russia utilizes these earnings to finance its aggressive actions against Ukraine. He urged Russia to ... Read more Ukraine Strikes Russian Oil Refineries to Curb Funding for War, Says Zelensky

Ranchi, August 6: In response to ongoing protests against alleged irregularities in various recruitment exams, including JPSC and JSSC, students have announced an 11-member delegation for proposed talks with the state government. The protests are taking place at the Jaipal Singh Munda Stadium in Ranchi. The delegation consists of eight student representatives, along with two ... Read more Jharkhand Students Form Delegation for Talks with Government Amid Ongoing Protests

New Delhi, August 6: The Central District Cyber Police Station in Delhi has apprehended two cybercriminals from Rajasthan involved in a Telegram-based part-time job and investment scam. These criminals provided mule bank accounts to fraud syndicates, facilitating the transfer of money obtained through online scams and enabling money laundering activities. According to police reports, the ... Read more Delhi Police Uncovers Telegram-Based Cyber Job Scam, Two Arrested

Chandigarh, August 6: A significant uproar occurred in the Punjab Assembly on Thursday regarding alleged offensive remarks against women. Following a heated exchange between the opposition and the ruling party, BJP legislator Ashwani Sharma clarified the situation. He stated that his comments were misrepresented and expressed regret if any words caused emotional distress. In an ... Read more Ashwani Sharma Addresses Controversy Over Comments on Women in Punjab Assembly

Ranchi, August 6: Fire response times in several areas of Jharkhand are set to improve significantly. On Thursday, 58 new mini fire tenders equipped with mist technology were added to the state fire departments fleet. Chief Minister Hemant Soren flagged off these vehicles for various districts across the state. The government stated that the addition ... Read more Jharkhand Enhances Fire Safety with 58 Advanced Fire Tenders

Bengaluru, August 6: A new development has emerged in the high-profile Renukaswamy murder case connected to Kannada superstar Darshan. Following a recent application by accused Prodosh, two more defendants have approached a Bengaluru court seeking to become government witnesses. Accused Ravi Shankar and Vinay informed the 59th CCH (Sessions) Court on Thursday that they would ... Read more Two More Accused Seek Government Witness Status in Kannada Superstar Darshan Murder Case

Bengaluru, August 6: Exciting news has emerged for young job seekers preparing for government positions and awaiting vacancy announcements. The Council of Scientific and Industrial Research National Aerospace Laboratories (CSIR-NAL) in Bengaluru has officially invited applications from eligible candidates for various project staff roles. CSIR-NAL has announced recruitment for a total of 89 positions, ... Read more CSIR-NAL Recruitment Alert: 89 Positions Available, Walk-In Interviews Starting A