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Blueprint for Vizags water security may emerge during CMs September 19 visit

FCNR(B) deposits saved India from a BoP deficit in July 2026

This can be a one-time comfortand may not be available next year, says Madan Sabnavis, Chief Economist of Bank of Baroda

CJPs Dipke launches Adivasi school thik karo campaign

Secunderabad man killed for helping inter-caste couple get married

Hyderabad:Police have arrested five people in connection with the murder of a 26-year-old man in Secunderabads Tukaramgate area, saying the killi

Six students drown during Ganesh immersion in Sangareddy

Hyderabad: As many as six students drowned during Ganesh idol immersion at Nereducheruvu in Pedda Kanjerla village of Indresham mandal in Sangare

Fortis Healthcare arm inks pact to service 400-bedded hospital in Delhi

The agreement will give Fortis long-term exclusive rights for inpatient services, clinical manpower and specialised equipment at the upcoming fac

Veterinarians trained in antimicrobial stewardship and One Health at KVASU

Field veterinarians trained in vaccination, alternatives to antibiotics, farm biosecurity and hygiene, animal welfare and gender-responsive veter

K.M. Basheer death case: court defers decision on resuming trial

Quote of the day by Ludwig Wittgenstein: Never stay up on the barren heights of cleverness British philosopher on the value of ordinary life

Ludwig Wittgenstein, an influential figure in philosophy, advised against the pitfalls of excessive intellectualism, encouraging the appreciation

Indian Cricket Team Announced for ODI and T20 Series Against West Indies

The BCCI has announced the Indian team for the upcoming ODI and T20 series against West Indies, featuring notable inclusions and captaincy change

Death penalty for all 10 convicts in 2013 Jhiram Valley Maoist attack case

Twenty seven people, including senior Congress leaders Vidya Charan Shukla, Nand Kumar Patel, and Mahendra Karma, were killed in the attack on Ma

Letters to the Editor dated September 16, 2026

Indo-Pacific ETF flows hit record highs, led by Taiwan, South Korea

15 candidates file nomination for contesting the Thattanchavady bypoll

Accompanied by Chief Minister N. Rangasamy and Home Minister A. Namassivayam, AINRC candidate Ashok Anand filed his nomination papers before Retu

Vinayaka idols immersed in Tiruchi amid heavy police security

Preparations Underway for Seva Sankalp Abhiyan 2026 in Churachandpur, Manipur

Churachandpur gears up for Seva Sankalp Abhiyan 2026, a month-long initiative starting September 17, focusing on community welfare and governance

Telangana Dy CM bats for energy efficiency at CII summit

Hyderabad: Batting for energy efficiency, Telangana Deputy Chief Minister (CM) Bhatti Vikramarka on Thursday, September 16, said that electricity

Kumbakkarai waterfalls open for public

'Mr Chairman, he is insulting us & you are': Kash Patel vs Dem Senators erupts; Grassley loses cool

'Mr Chairman, he is insulting us & you are': Kash Patel vs Dem Senators erupts; Grassley loses cool

Local bodies in Kozhikode told to audit buildings for accessibility violations

Directions have been issued to secretaries of all local self-government institutions to conduct post-occupancy audits of buildings in the wake of

In 1998, Leonardo DiCaprio started an environmental foundation at 24; it later backed more than 200 projects across 50 countries

In 1998, Leonardo DiCaprio started an environmental foundation at 24; it later backed more than 200 projects across 50 countries. The Leonardo Di

Meet Alaina Zhang, the 17-year-old Rhode Island student testing whether native seaweed can help clean polluted coastal waters

Seaweed is unlikely to provide a complete solution to the many sources of nutrient pollution affecting coastal waters. Reducing the amount of exc

US call centre scam: Hyderabad ED raids across 3 cities

Hyderabad: The Enforcement Directorate (ED), Hyderabad Zonal Office, conducted searches at four premises in Patiala, Pune and Chandigarh in conne

Centre weighs stronger safeguards for hub-and-spoke flight operations

Boarding pass improvements are among the measures being considered following the immigration lapse at Delhi airport

Special Ticket Inspection Campaign in Bhagalpur-Jamalpur Rail Section Nets 263 Offenders

A special ticket inspection in Maldas Bhagalpur-Jamalpur section resulted in fines for 263 passengers traveling without valid tickets. Special Ti

PM Modi Urges Top Tech CEOs To Take Part In India's Semiconductor Growth

During the meeting, the Prime Minister emphasised the importance of close collaboration between the government and the semiconductor industry in

No impact on common man's pocket: MobiKwik co-founder Upasana Taku on new UPI fee

The proposed Merchant Discount Rate (MDR) on certain UPI transactions has sparked widespread discussion across the country, with questions being

Vinayaka idol procession passes off peacefully in Dindigul

BRICS, and the future of cross-border payments

The best way forward is for the bloc to provide a broad template, even as the details are worked out bilaterally

'Let him out the back door': Sheriff reveals what happens to ICE detainees under Gov Hochul's rule

'Let him out the back door': Sheriff reveals what happens to ICE detainees under Gov Hochul's rule

Banana peel and baking soda cleaning hack: How to make this homemade cleaning mixture. Its benefits and the right way to use it

Banana peels are not just waste; they can be transformed into an eco-friendly cleaning solution for your home. By mixing banana peels with baking

Nazi-looted painting Portrait of a Lady, stolen in 1945, resurfaces after 80 years in real estate listing; judge orders return to Dutch Jewish heirs

The Argentina federal judge in a landmark decision ruled that Giacomo Cerutis Portrait of a Lady will be restored to its true owners. The paintin

BJP leaders are like vultures, who exploit communal trouble for political gain: Yathindra

District Magistrate Inspects Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Residential Hostel in Nawada

The District Magistrate of Nawada conducted an inspection of the Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Residential Hostel, focusing on student facilities and quality

Fortis Healthcare files SLP against forensic audit order in Daiichi Sankyo case

The petition challenges a Delhi High Court order seeking to examine transactions involving former Fortis promoters and the healthcare company.

PVR INOX, Forum Mall staff fined 1.25 lakh for waste management violations

Nepal flood death toll crosses 1,400; over 6,000 still missing

In Nepal, the tragic aftermath of flash floods has claimed more than fourteen hundred lives, while over six thousand people are still missing. Th

Order to bring Uthapuram temple under HR&CE Department control challenged

Plea in SC against imposition of MDR on UPI payments of above Rs 2,000

Advocate Anjan Datta filed the plea, challenging the Centre's September 14 notification and the MDR framework announced on September 15, which is

Dasara: Kambala set for October 18 and 19 despite opposition

Pakistan requests AHF to shift its ACT hockey matches from India to neutral venue

Pakistan Hockey Federation requested a neutral venue for the Asian Champions Trophy matches. This request stems from a sensitive bilateral situat

Nike co-founder Phil Knight and wife Penny, worth $25 billion, have donated over $9 billion in two decades. Now theyre giving $1.1 billion for Oregons first womens hospital

Phil Knight, the co-founder of Nike, alongside his wife Penny, has made an extraordinary donation of $1.1 billion to launch Oregon's inaugural ho

Railway Ministry plans to develop station at Villianur: Puducherry L-G

The three-day industrial exhibition brings together over 70 exhibitors and MSMEs and was expected to attract around 3,000 visitors, CII said

Protests Erupt at Ambedkar University Over Mandatory Attendance for PhD Scholars

PhD scholars at Ambedkar University are protesting against mandatory attendance policies, supported by student group AISA. Protests Erupt at Ambe

Chhattisgarh's labour heroes will be honoured; the government will gather in Raipur on September 17

Patrick Mahomes leads NFLs highest earners as player values near $600 million

NFLs top ten earners in 2026 are all quarterbacks, projecting $598 million total earnings. Patrick Mahomes leads this elite group, earning an est

13 bus stations in Telangana to turn integrated transit hubs; to double as shopping, gaming and entertainment spaces

When Your Face Speaks Volumes!

Your face can reveal the first signs of lifestyle burnout before your body does, expert give some sound advice

Russia says Japan's remilitarization threatens its national security

Digital Desk | Moscow, Sep 16 (IANS) Japan's remilitarisation and the deployment of missiles near Russia's borders pose a threat to the latter's

No Hardik, no Pant: India spring surprises in squad against West Indies

India revealed their squads for the upcoming West Indies series. Rishabh Pant and Hardik Pandya will not participate in these matches. Dhruv Jure

Rain likely in coastal Andhra, Rayalaseema from September 19

IMD predicts wet spell under the influence of low-pressure area that may form in north Andaman Sea, and intensify and move towards south Odisha a

Andhra Pradesh: Street Vendors Federation Flags Irregularities In Town Vending Committees

The federation further cited a 2025 High Court order prohibiting authorities from issuing further licences until a proper street vending plan was

Helicopter Services and Modern Heliports to Launch Across 13 Aspirational Districts Under Modified Udan Scheme

Woman delivers baby in 108 ambulance in Telangana

Hyderabad: A woman in Telanganas Jagtial district delivered a baby inside the 108 Ambulance early on Wednesday, September 16. According to report

Daily Train Service Between Beed and Pune to Launch on September 17

A new daily train service between Beed and Pune will commence on September 17, enhancing connectivity for commuters in Maharashtra. Daily Train S

Bihar Education Minister Mithilesh Tiwari Meets Union Minister Prahlad Joshi in Delhi

In Karwan, 54 in 100 people excluded in SIR have Muslim names

Hyderabad: Karwan went into the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) with 3,83,190 electors. The draft roll published on August 17 carries 2,41,424,

It took two to tango to set stage for September 17, 1948 in Hyderabad

MDR on UPI Transactions May Bring Back Cash Payments

Petrol pump owners across India have threatened to stop accepting UPI payments of 2,000 and above if they are forced to pay 5 as MDR per transact

Spiralling copper prices hit MSMEs in Coimbatore

KSRTC announces Hyderabad, Lakshadweep travel packages

24-Day Campaign Promises Enhanced Passenger Facilities, Jharkhand Culture, and Smile-Filled Service

Copper dazzle dull margins for EV, consumer and engineering goods

Copper futures touched a lifetime-high of $14,779 per ton on September 8 and continues to hover above the $14,000 per ton-mark.

Namma Metro: Pink Line may miss September deadline as approvals remain pending

Muslim Youth League protests against Mailampulli toll booth

Members of the Muslim Youth League blocked the Kozhikode-Palakkad National Highway 966 at Mailampulli on Wednesday, September 16, to protest the

Quick commerce gets a festive boost as Ganesh Chaturthi drives demand for idols, modaks

Swiggy Instamart logs 176% year-on-year jump in demand for eco-friendly clay idols during festival

Celebrating PM Modis Birthday: A Nationwide Service Campaign Begins

As PM Modis birthday approaches, a month-long service campaign kicks off, highlighting youth engagement and governance initiatives across India.

SEBI freezes 28 crore, bars broker from derivatives trading over price rigging

Regulator says Mumbai broker and a linked company ran a novel scheme to fake profits in stock futures and options

Haryana's Power: Massive 12,000 Crore Project Underway to Bring Rajasthans Green Solar Energy to Fatehabad

India should aspire to be among early leaders in emerging technologies: PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi emphasised the importance of close collaboration between the Government and the semiconductor industry in shaping In

Nagaon bypoll: BJP candidate expresses confidence of winning the Lok Sabha seat

Digital Desk | Guwahati, Sep 16 (IANS) Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) candidate Devasish Sharma has expressed confidence in securing strong voter s

Chinese President Xis political purge deepens, over 40 Central Committee members face expulsion

Digital Desk | Naypyidaw, Sep 16 (IANS) As the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) prepares for one of its most extensive leadership purges in years, t

Indigenous T-SHUL BEAM counter-drone system proves capability at Pokhran

IG Defence says the man-portable system uses directional radio-frequency countermeasures to disrupt command, telemetry, video and navigation link

Three robots worked together like an independent science team in NASAs latest test it could change space exploration forever by making decisions without waiting for Earth

NASA tested three robots capable of independent scientific decision-making. These autonomous systems can assess risks and adjust plans without hu

Amazon brings Alexa+ to India, says kids friendly with parental control

Alexa+ is Amazons generative artificial intelligence (AI)-powered personal assistant that is conversational, smarter, deeply personalised, authen

Rs 4,200 Crore Lucknow-Kanpur Expressway Caved In. Firm That Built It Banned For 3 Years

During this ban, PNC Infratech will be unable to bid for new tenders issued by the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH), NHAI, or thei

Gold Cards to carry seat numbers, no complimentary cards

Mysuru Dasara website launched; ambassadors from foreign countries were being invited to the celebrations

Ethnic violence costs Manipur 1,200 crore in GST: CM

Yumnam Khemchand Singh says drastic revenue decline has put considerable pressure on States economy

No evidence to name anyone behind ED searches: Jarkiholi

IDSFFK lifetime achievement award for animation filmmaker Nina Sabnani

Banks must extend credit to all sectors to strengthen States economy, says Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu

It has to be in accordance with the governments development priorities and the lending targets set should translate into measurable outcomes, he

Criminal Defamation Suit Against Majithia, Harsimrat Badal, and Sukhpal Khaira Over Fabricated Allegations

World Watches Uncouth Desi Fliers in Plane Sight

Videos of boisterous Indian travellers on flights and foreign transit are back in the spotlight, and this time, well-behaved Indians are the angr

Silver Lord Ram Statue, Gold-Plated Art Among Items At PM Mementos e-Auction

The collection has been sourced from different parts of the country, with larger representations from states including West Bengal, Uttar Pradesh

Uttarakhand Becomes First State to Implement Uniform Civil Code, Says Mahamandaleshwar Karoli Shankar Mahadev

Uttarakhand is the first state to implement the Uniform Civil Code, with other states following suit, according to Mahamandaleshwar Karoli Shanka

Commerce Department pitches for five-year extension of RoDTEP scheme for exporters

Govt also looking at making changes in rules, components of the Export Promotion Mission based on exporters feedback

Naidu to Launch 1,838-Crore Water Projects in Vizag

CM Chandrababu Naidu to launch water supply and infrastructure projects worth 1,838 crore in Visakhapatnam on September 19

After 1.27-lakh-crore EV push, NITI Aayog asks States to rethink subsidies, focus on fleets

The prescription marks a sharper focus on where public money can have the greatest impact after years of central and State incentivesFormer Cabin

Severe Period Pain Not Normal, Doctors Warn It Could Be a Hidden Sign of Endometriosis Affecting Fertility

What to do with old newspapers? Try these 5 simple DIY reuse ideas for useful home decor and storage

Transforming old newspapers into functional storage baskets or charming wall decorations offers endless creativity. Simple crafts, such as paper