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Indian Contingent Overcomes Initial Hurdles at 2026 Asian Games

Indian Chef de Mission Sahdev Yadav confirms travel and accommodation issues for athletes have been resolved at the Asian Games 2026. Indian Cont

BDA seeks nod to fell 1,128 trees for short tunnel in Bengaluru, GBA invites objections

Objections can be submitted directly to the Deputy Conservator of Forests (DCF) and Tree Officer of the GBA at the authoritys head office. Commen

Anthropic considers releasing new AI model ahead of IPO, sources say

The IPO has already been pushed back from earlier plans

Asian Games 2026: Suchika Tariyal loses controversial MMA semifinal on weight rule after draw, settles for bronze

This was India's maiden medal in the discipline that made its debut at the 20th edition of the Games

Asian Games 2026: India Add Four Medals On Day 2, Shooting Leads The Charge, Suchika Wins Historic MMA Bronze

India enjoyed a productive second day at the Asian Games 2026, adding four medals to its tally in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan. Shooting once again led In

Man critically injured, police officer wounded in gunfire near Ontario synagogue on Yom Kippur

The shooting comes months after Prime Minister Mark Carney warned that Canada was failing its Jewish community amid a surge in antisemitism.

IIT Bombay director likely to resign today after Sahil Wakode's suicide, signs 18 demands of students

A major development has emerged from IIT Bombay following the death by suicide of second-year student Sahil Wakode. IIT Bombay Director Professor

Vande Mataram ends after 2 stanzas in Karnataka Assembly, Council; BJP legislators recite full version

BJP legislators recited the full Vande Mataram in Karnataka Assembly and Council proceedings. This occurred after the officially played recording

'Exercise Tarang Shakti is back': IAF announces resumption of multinational air exercise

Jodhpur will host India's renowned multinational air exercise, Tarang Shakti, gathering global air forces for collaborative aerial operations and

Nagaland filmmaker Theja Rio wins Platform Prize at 2026 Toronto International Film Festival

Guwahati: Nagaland filmmaker Theja Rio has won the Platform Prize at the 2026 Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) for his film Angh, a per

National University to hold second convocation on January 23

President Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir consents to attend ceremony as university chancellor

A dangerous dose of deception in Karnataka and beyond

A heap of discarded medical waste near a farmhouse in South Bengaluru district led police to an alleged counterfeit drug repackaging unit and to

SC To Form Special Bench On NHAI Plea Over Stray Cattle Shelters

NEW DELHI, Sep 21: The Supreme Court on Monday agreed to constitute a special bench to hear the National Highways Authority of Indias plea challe

Dead Economy: Annamalai Mocks Vijay's London Trip, Says India Is Bigger

The former BJP leader suggested that instead of travelling to the UK, Vijay should travel within the state and meet industrialists.

Couple Allegedly Harassed In Bihar's Jamui, Disturbing Video Surfaces

The woman's friend breaks free and rushes to help her. They run towards their two-wheeler parked nearby but the attackers chase them.

Pharma stocks zoom: Laurus Labs, Aurobindo hit new highs in trade

The BSE Healthcare index rallied over 1% in Monday's trade. Thus far in the financial year 2026-27, it outperformed the market by soaring 25%, ag

Why Suchika Tariyal lost despite a draw: Final denied by 700g, left her in tears

Suchika Tariyal has made history by winning India's first bronze medal in MMA at the Asian Games. Her semifinal bout ended in a draw, with the ou

Defection case: SC to hear Danam Nagender

New Delhi:The Supreme Court on Monday, September 21, agreed to hear on Wednesday, September 23, a plea by Khairatabad MLA Danam Nagender challeng

Apple Layoffs : iPhone Maker Cuts Jobs in Second Time In 2 Months

Apple has reportedly laid off a small group of employees who worked on the audio side of Fitness+, Bloomberg reported. The affected staff were pa

Jagatika Lingayat Mahasabha seeks management of new Anubhava Mantapa in Basavakalyan

The JLM resolved to insist that the building not be inaugurated while in an incomplete state, and that the government of Karnataka should ensure

Congress leaders raiding legal properties of BRS leaders: Praveen Kumar

Congress leaders raiding legal properties of BRS leaders: Praveen Kumar

Ganesh Utsav Samithi Members Remove Tank Bund Barricades, Detained

Irate members came to Tank Bund and started removing iron barricades fixed to the railing. Raising slogans, they removed barricades even though t

Why Volkswagen Agreed to Become JSWs Junior Partner

Why Volkswagen Agreed to Become JSWs Junior Partner

Sonam Wangchuk To Lead 20-km March In Ladakh On September 23, A Year After Protests

Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk is set to lead a symbolic 20-km march in Ladakh on September 23, nearly a year after four people were killed duri

US Prepares Sanctions Against Entire International Criminal Court

Trump administration move could restrict the ICCs access to US-based funds, services and financial networks.

Asiad 2026: India kick off men's kabaddi gold defence with 49-24 win vs JPN

The Indian men's kabaddi team began its title defence at the Asian Games with a resounding 49-24 win over hosts Japan in their opening Group fixt

Three killed in Pakistani airstrikes on Afghanistan, officials say

The Taliban said a house in Kunar province was hit, killing three members of one family, days after an attack on a police facility in Pakistan

Protean eGov Technologies Ltd leads gainers in 'A' group

KPI Green Energy Ltd, Jaiprakash Power Ventures Ltd, Patanjali Foods Ltd and Embassy Developments Ltd are among the other gainers in the BSE's 'A

BSE SME Injecto Polymers loses its grip after listing

Injecto Polymers traded at Rs 94.25 on the BSE, a 5.75% discount to the issue price of Rs 100.

Denver's historic 1907 bank building sits empty despite a $22.4 million renovation

Non-Life Insurance Premiums Surge by 10% in August, Health Segment Leads Growth

Non-life insurance premiums rose 10% in August, driven by health insurance, according to a report by CareEdge Ratings. Non-Life Insurance Premium

Nilambur Flash Flood: Five Bodies Recovered, Search for Missing Continues

Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan will visit TK Nagar in Pookkottumpadam today

Why has the Tamil Nadu Private Universities (Amendment) Bill, 2026, triggered a controversy? Explained

Ex-Bigg Boss contestant calls Salman Khan

Mumbai: Salman Khans latest Weekend Ka Vaar appearance on Bigg Boss 20 has sparked a fresh conversation around trolling, body-shaming and the way

India, Vietnam agree to double flight capacity to over 16,000 seats a week

The increase, effective immediately, comes as airlines from both countries have used up, or are close to exhausting, their existing flying rights

NHAI seeks modification of SC order directing it remove strays from highways

The November 2025 order was passed by a Bench headed by Justice Vikram Nath in suo motu proceedings against stray dog attacks

From Reporting to Spectacle: Generative AI

In a race for TRPs, TV News channels are increasingly using the 'magic of generative AI' to recreate crime scenes.

4 kg onion bought at Rs 9 per kg weighed 400g less; Reliance Smart Bazaar, Reliance Retail ordered to pay Rs 20,000

A Ropar consumer commission ordered Reliance Smart Bazaar and Reliance Retail to pay Rs 20,000 to a customer after his own video showed two onion

Lakshmipathy Balaji Named India A Head Coach for Australia A Series Starting September 22

Former India fast bowler Lakshmipathy Balaji has been handed a major coaching responsibility, taking charge of the India A team for the upcoming

CBSE Date Sheet 2027 latest update: What Class 10, 12 students and parents should know about subject-wise timetable release, official links

CBSE Date Sheet 2027 Class 10 latest update: CBSE has not yet released the Class 10 and Class 12 board exam date sheet for 2027. Students and par

Celebs Extend Birthday Wishes to Raaka Director Atlee

Industry colleagues, close collaborators, and screen icons are pouring in warm wishes for his milestone birthday.

Germany election: Chancellor Merz calls result a disaster, vows to stay as AfD surges

The election results have intensified pressure on Germanys governing CDU, while Merz stressed the need for reforms to address economic difficulti

Stephen Hawking's quote of the day on guilt: 'The human capacity for guilt is such that people can always...'

Stephen Hawking, an extraordinary theoretical physicist, delved into the enigmas of the cosmos. His groundbreaking work on black holes and Hawkin

SC agrees urgent listing of Mamata Banerjee' s plea challenging EC's decision to freeze party name, symbol

The Supreme Court will urgently hear Mamata Banerjee's challenge. She contests the Election Commission's decision to freeze the Trinamool Congres

Minister Komatireddy Questions KCR On Delay In Palamuru-Rangareddy Project

Minister Komatireddy Venkat Reddy questioned BRS supremo KCR on why the Palamuru-Rangareddy project wasn't completed as per the schedule.

Iran war drives US diesel prices to record high, no relief ahead

Washington: fuel prices in the U.S. continue to break all-time records, hitting USD 6.28 a gallon as a national average on September 14, 2026, an

Aadhya Tiwari-Jay Meena Duo Bows Out Of Soft Tennis Mixed Doubles With Pre-Quarterfinal Loss

Aadhya Tiwari and Jay Meena's promising campaign in the Asian Games soft tennis mixed doubles event came to an end in the round of 16 after a har

Indias first, largest indoor go-karting track is coming as CSML bags Rs 24 crore order

Complete Sports and Management India Ltd secured a significant 24 crore order. This project will develop India's first and largest indoor go-kart

New data centres worth $68 billion disrupted in US, data show

Communities across the country are now pushing through moratoriums on new construction, often before developers can apply for permissions

BSE SME Century Business Media makes a measured debut

Century Business Media traded at Rs 76.60 on the BSE, a 3.51% premium to the issue price of Rs 74.

Japan's Abhishek Anand Wants Special All-Bihar Meeting With Sooryavanshi, Ishan In One-off T20I

Sano International Cricket Ground: Bihar-born Japanese cricketer Abhishek Anand wants a special meeting with fellow Biharis Vaibhav Sooryavanshi

Nifty above 23,350; FMCG shares advance

At 11:30 IST, the barometer index, the S&P BSE Sensex, jumped 443.60 points or 0.60% to 74,738.56. The Nifty 50 index rose 46.20 points or 0.20%

Prada-Kolhapuri controversy: Can a G.I. tag prevent cultural misappropriation?

How many Indian products are registered as GI-tagged goods? Do international GI rights exist?

J&K assembly chaos: Opposition, ruling party MLAs clash amid slogans

Massive LPG Explosion Rocks Baleshwar Restaurant, Property Razed

Panic gripped the busy OT Road in Baleshwar on Monday following a devastating fire that gutted a local restaurant. The inferno, triggered by an L

Asian Games 2026: India Thrash Japan 49-24 In Men's Kabaddi Opener

India began their men's kabaddi campaign at the Asian Games 2026 in dominant fashion, defeating Japan 49-24 in their opening match on Monday.

Indian Mens Kabaddi Team Dominates Japan in Opening Match of 2026 Asian Games

The Indian mens kabaddi team secured a commanding 49-23 victory over Japan in their first match at the 2026 Asian Games. Indian Mens Kabaddi Team

In Hyderabad seats with low Muslim names, an SIR category stands out

Hyderabad: As many as 7,05,720 electors from Khairatabad, Musheerabad, Amberpet, Secunderabad, Sanathnagar and Secunderabad Cantonment stand to c

IMD update: Very heavy rain for south Odisha, north Andhra Pradesh coasts from Wednesday

Extreme heavy rain not ruled out for the eastern coastal states as an existing low-pressure area becomes well-marked, and is on course to intensi

J&K Assembly session begins with renewed demand for statehood restoration

Speaker Abdul Rahim Rather urged BJP MLAs to take their seats to proceed with the legislative agenda. However, the BJP members, holding placards,

Parsva Ekadashi 2026 Date September 22 or 23? Check prana time, vrat timings, puja vidhi and significance

Parsva Ekadashi, celebrated on September 22, 2026, is also revered as Parivartini Ekadashi. This sacred day involves devotees fasting and offerin

Indian Mens Kabaddi Team Dominates Japan in Asian Games Opener

The Indian mens kabaddi team secured a convincing 49-23 victory over Japan in their opening match at the 2026 Asian Games in Nagoya. Indian Mens

Scuffle breaks out in Jammu and Kashmir Assembly as BJP seeks govt response on public issues | Video

Chaos broke out in the Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly on Monday as the opposition BJP tried to corner the government over various public

Keralam rains: Rivers in Kottayam swell as heavy rain lashes high ranges

Officials warn of possible flash floods in high ranges

Four-day heritage tour for Kalaburagi students to mark World Tourism Day

The initiative aims to raise awareness among youth about the rich history and cultural heritage of Kalaburagi

Tamil Nadu CM to Review Preparations for Northeast Monsoon in Chennai

Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay will assess Tamil Nadus readiness for the upcoming Northeast Monsoon during a high-level meeting. Tamil Nadu CM to

CJI says will try to list Mamatas plea against TMC symbol freeze this week

The petition was filed hours after the top poll body, on September 17, allotted new names and symbols to the two factions of the Trinamool Congre

Tatanagar To Get Rs 383.78 Crore Vande Bharat Maintenance Depot After Railway Board Approves New Facility

Queue of bulldozers to welcome BJP chief Nabin in UP

BJP National President Nitin Nabin was welcomed by a fleet of brightly painted bulldozers at a Meerut toll plaza, marking the start of his signif

Sabarimala down to 5,000 Aravana tins amid pilgrim rush

Around 17,000 devotees are expected at the temple before it closes at 10 pm on Monday. TDB has restricted Aravana sales to one tin per devotee

DUSU polls: Rahul Gandhi, Congress top brass upset over NSUI debacle; action likely against in-charge, say sources

The Congress top brass, including Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi, has expressed strong displeasure over the National Students

Mumbai: Cement Block Falls From Mira Road Metro Bridge, Leaves Young Man Fighting For Life

Chhatra Dal expels eight JnU leaders, serves show-cause notice on another

The action was taken over alleged breaches of organisational discipline

Bangladesh Faces Surge in Dengue Deaths, 87 Fatalities Reported in September

Bangladesh reports a record 87 dengue deaths in September, with total fatalities rising to 184 this year amid a worsening outbreak. Bangladesh Fa

Huawei Upgrades Stellar AI WAN Solution to Drive All Intelligence Across Industries

Huawei Upgrades Stellar AI WAN Solution to Drive All Intelligence Across Industries

Colliers Homebuying Sentiment Survey 2026: Around 50% of prospective homebuyers are likely to purchase a house within 2 years

Colliers Homebuying Sentiment Survey 2026: Around 50% of prospective homebuyers are likely to purchase a house within 2 years

India needs to move beyond chip manufacturing, use Indian chips in locally made products: Report

With semiconductor demand projected to reach $200 billion by 2035, India is looking to deepen domestic capabilities across the electronics value

Exclusive | Bijal Shah on becoming India Ke Top 1 percents first winner

India Ke Top 1 percent winner Bijal Shah opened up about making history with her Rs 96 lakh victory, crediting her CA training, instincts and fam

In 2022, Tom Hanks launched his own nonprofit coffee brand for war veterans

Tom Hanks took a significant step in 2022 by launching a coffee brand, dubbed Hanks for Our Troops, with the noble goal of supporting military fa

NH soil excavation to be examined amid landslide concerns in Idukki: Minister Anoop Jacob

Jacob speaks to reporters after visiting a hospital where a woman injured in a mudslide at Vattavada is undergoing treatment; an orange alert has

Adilabad Airport Project: Centre Appoints Nodal Officer To Expedite Joint-User Airfield Development

Wegovy maker Novo Nordisk faces investor pressure to find growth beyond weight-loss drugs

Facing increased scrutiny, Novo Nordisk must clarify its future strategy outside of its leading weight-loss drug. Investors are advocating divers

HDFC Bank shares rise over 1%, trading at days high

The stock hit an intraday high of 739.70. The shares were higher amid gains in the broader market, with HDFC Bank among the key stocks supporting

Why an overactive immune system attacks the bodies of people with lupus but still leaves them vulnerable to infection

Knoxville (US), Sep 21 (The Conversation) Despite having an overactive immune system, people with lupus may still struggle to fight bacterial inf

Weekly policy watch: Core sector output, PMI and forex reserves in focus

India's policy calendar this week will track infrastructure output, business activity and forex reserves

SC to set up special bench to hear NHAI plea over stray cattle shelters

The Supreme Court on Monday agreed to constitute a special bench to hear a plea of the National Highways Authority of India challenging a directi

Congress takes 'Kya hua tera vada' dig at BJP over 'skyrocketing' prices of food items

Oracle layoffs reach 'flagship' data center that it shows as proof OpenAI deal is fine

Oracle layoffs have reached Abilene, Texas, the flagship Stargate data center Oracle cites as proof its OpenAI deal is on track. One OCI employee

Underwater Survey Reports from Korkai and Poompuhar Expected by February, Shedding Light on Tamil Nadus Ancient Maritime History

Tamil Nadus underwater surveys in Korkai and Poompuhar promise new insights into the states rich maritime heritage by February. Underwater Survey