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New Delhi, August 13: There has been significant discussion regarding Bangladesh Prime Minister Tariq Rahmans anticipated visit to India since he took office. However, Bangladeshs State Minister for Foreign Affairs, Shahriar Alam, stated on Thursday that no date has been set for this visit. In response to media inquiries at the Foreign Ministry, the minister ... Read more Bangladesh Prime Minister Tariq Rahmans Visit to India Date Still Undetermined: Minister

Muzaffarnagar, August 13: The Uttar Pradesh government has withdrawn cases against several leaders, including former Union Minister Dr. Sanjeev Balyan, Sadhvi Prachi, former Minister Suresh Rana, former MP Kunwar Bharatendu, and Minister Kapil Dev Agarwal, related to the Muzaffarnagar riots. Following government orders, the Special MP/MLA Court has dismissed these cases. The accused faced charges ... Read more Sadhvi Prachi Celebrates Dismissal of Muzaffarnagar Riot Cases as Political Propaganda

Chandigarh, August 13: The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has conducted a series of raids in Chandigarh and Punjab, targeting locations in Amritsar, Gurdaspur, and Ludhiana. The operation also included a survey at the Punjab Small Industries and Export Corporation (PSIIC) office. This action is part of an investigation into a money laundering case linked to the ... Read more ED Launches Raids in Money Laundering Case Involving PSIIC Officials

New Delhi, August 13: BJP MP Harsh Vardhan Shringla expressed support on Thursday for the UNs Analytical Support and Sanctions Monitoring Team report, which attributed the suicide car bomb attack near the Red Fort to Al-Qaeda in the Indian Subcontinent (AQIS). He also raised concerns that Indias open border with Bangladesh could facilitate the spread ... Read more Harsh Vardhan Shringla Supports UN Report on Blast Near Red Fort

Bhopal, August 13: A significant number of children in Madhya Pradeshs Balaghat district have been affected by a seasonal illness. The administration claims that most children have returned home after recovery, while opposition leader Umang Singhar alleges that nine children have died. Reports indicate that a total of 117 children from the villages of Kundekasa, ... Read more Seasonal Illness Affects Children in Madhya Pradesh, Opposition Claims Nine Deaths

Ranchi, August 13: In the final match of Group C at the 135th Durand Cup, Jamshedpur FC delivered a stunning performance, defeating Indian Air Force FT 6-0. The match, held at Birsa Munda Stadium, showcased the incredible talent of 17-year-old Lomsangjuala, who scored a hat trick within just 25 minutes, alongside an impressive display from ... Read more Jamshedpur FC Dominates Indian Air Force FT 6-0 in Durand Cup Clash

Shillong, August 13: The Meghalaya Cabinet has approved a draft proposal opposing uranium mining in the state. This proposal will be presented in the upcoming winter session of the Assembly, starting on August 24. Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma announced the Cabinets decision on Thursday, stating that the proposal will formally outline the state governments ... Read more Meghalaya Cabinet Approves Draft Proposal Against Uranium Mining

New Delhi, August 13: Bihars Cooperation Minister Ram Kripal Yadav met with Union Home and Cooperation Minister Amit Shah on Thursday at the Parliament House in New Delhi. They engaged in a detailed discussion about the progress, achievements, and key issues within Bihars cooperative sector. During the meeting, Yadav highlighted ongoing efforts to strengthen the ... Read more Amit Shah Commends Cooperative Efforts in Bihar, Assures Support to Ram Kripal Yadav

Shimla, August 13: In Himachal Pradesh, Public Works and Urban Development Minister Vikramaditya Singh inaugurated 30 electric buses for various areas in Shimla. During the event, he responded to remarks made by actress and BJP MP Kangana Ranaut regarding the orphan and widow cess. Minister Singh stated, For us, all of Himachal Pradesh is one. ... Read more Kangana Ranaut Receives Advice from Himachal Minister Vikramaditya Singh: First Gain Knowledge, Then Speak

Lucknow, August 13: Under the leadership of Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, the Uttar Pradesh government is intensifying its efforts to expedite the resolution of pending revenue cases. This initiative is part of the governments commitment to swift justice and effective resolution of public issues. Regular monitoring and special campaigns at the administrative level are yielding ... Read more Uttar Pradesh Government Accelerates Resolution of Revenue Cases Under Yogi Adityanaths Leadership

Guwahati, August 13: In a stunning display at the 135th Durand Cup, Bodoland FC crushed Karbi Anglong Morning Star FC 6-0 in their final Group F match on Thursday. Local player and former international footballer Halicharan Narzary shone brightly, scoring four goals and assisting on two others. Despite this impressive victory, Bodoland FC failed to ... Read more Bodoland FC Dominates Karbi Anglong with a 6-0 Victory in Durand Cup

Beijing, August 13: National Ecology Day, celebrated on August 15, serves as a vital opportunity to understand Chinas ecological civilization efforts. It also provides insight into Chinas participation in global environmental governance and its commitment to promoting harmonious coexistence between humanity and nature. Today, the world faces escalating challenges from climate change, rapid biodiversity loss, ... Read more National Ecology Day: Chinas Commitment to Global Ecological Governance

Beijing, August 13: The official launch of the overseas screening and promotion event for the Chinese film Silk Road Cinematic Light and Shadow took place at the Alatau Cinema in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan. The event was attended by around 300 representatives from cultural, media, expatriate Chinese, and youth student communities from both China and Kyrgyzstan. Key ... Read more Launch of Chinese Film Silk Road Cinematic Light and Shadow Screening and Promotion Event

Dehradun, August 13: Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami swiftly responded to an incident at the under-construction THDC tunnel in Chamoli, where debris and water accumulation posed serious risks. Upon receiving the news late Thursday night, he immediately arrived at the State Disaster Operations Center in Dehradun to oversee the rescue efforts. During a video conference, ... Read more Rescue Operations Intensify Following Chamoli Tunnel Incident

Beijing, August 13: The Second World Humanoid Robot Games will kick off on August 22 at the National Speed Skating Oval in Chinas capital, Beijing. This event is a joint initiative by the Beijing municipality and China Media Group. The games are scheduled to run from August 22 to 26, spanning five days. Compared to ... Read more Second World Humanoid Robot Games Set to Launch in Beijing

Poonch, August 13: A vibrant Har Ghar Tiranga rally was organized by the Jiya Ul Uloom Higher Secondary School in Poonch, Jammu and Kashmir, on Thursday. Over a thousand students and teachers participated in this event. The school principal and several students shared their experiences with a news agency during the rally. Principal Wahid Ahmed ... Read more Children Celebrate Patriotism with Tricolor Rally in Poonch

Hanoi, August 13: A 15-member delegation from the National Cadet Corps (NCC) visited the Presidential Palace and the mausoleum of Vietnams first president, Ho Chi Minh, in Hanoi on Thursday. The delegation is currently in Vietnam as part of the Annual Youth Exchange Program. The Indian Embassy in Vietnam shared on the social media platform ... Read more Indian NCC Delegation Visits Presidential Palace in Vietnam, Pays Tribute to Ho Chi Minh

Kannur, August 13: Depositors of a Sharia-compliant cooperative society initiated by CPI(M) leaders in Kannur are facing financial difficulties. Complaints have emerged that depositors are unable to withdraw their funds. Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan has assured that these grievances will be investigated. The situation took a new turn when Nasar, one of the depositors who ... Read more CPI(M)-Backed Islamic Bank Depositors Face Financial Troubles, Kerala CM Promises Investigation

New Delhi, August 13: Major General Sunil Kumar Rajdhan (Retd), a valiant warrior of the Indian Army, passed away on Thursday. His demise has left a wave of sorrow among the Indian defense forces. Major General Rajdhan was honored with the Kirti Chakra and the Distinguished Service Medal for his exceptional service. As a brave ... Read more Major General Sunil Kumar Rajdhan, a Gallant Hero, Passes Away

Kolkata, August 13: The Calcutta High Court has refused to hear a petition filed by Tulu Mandal, also known as Mohammad Najibuddin, a fugitive stone quarry owner from Birbhum district, West Bengal. Mandal challenged a hulia (a court-issued notice or warrant detailing the fugitives information) issued by a district court in Birbhum. The hulia requires ... Read more Calcutta High Court Denies Hearing on Tulu Mandals Warrant Petition

Mumbai, August 13: Actress and Member of Parliament Kangana Ranaut has addressed her previous comments regarding Gen-Z during the student protests at Jantar Mantar in New Delhi. On Thursday, she shared a video on her Instagram Stories, defending her remarks. She referenced a video of a Congress leader, claiming her statements were misinterpreted. Ranaut stated, ... Read more Kangana Ranaut Clarifies Comments on Gen-Z Amid Student Protests

New Delhi, August 13: Former Indian batsman Venkatesh Prasad has expressed his preference for Sarfaraz Khan over Dhruv Jurel in the playing eleven for the first Test against Sri Lanka, starting Saturday. He emphasized the need for a key middle-order batsman who can effectively tackle the host teams spin bowling attack. As India gears up ... Read more WV Raman Prefers Sarfaraz Khan Over Dhruv Jurel for First Test Against Sri Lanka

Jaipur, August 13: The Rajasthan Cabinet, chaired by Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma, approved several significant proposals during its meeting on Thursday. Among these are the drafts for the Rajasthan Tree (Protection) Bill-2026 and the Rajasthan Uniform Civil Code Bill-2026. The proposed Tree Protection Bill aims to safeguard the environment and biodiversity while curbing illegal tree ... Read more Rajasthan Cabinet Approves Tree Protection and Uniform Civil Code Bills

Kalaburagi, August 13: The Uttar Pradesh Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS), in collaboration with Kalaburagi police, arrested two individuals on Thursday for alleged connections to Pakistan and the terrorist organization ISIS. The suspects have been identified as Mohammad Sameer and Salman, both reportedly residents of Uttar Pradesh. Initial investigations revealed that they had been employed at a ... Read more Karnataka: Two Arrested for Alleged Links to Pakistan and ISIS

Patna, August 13: The distribution ceremony for appointment letters to successful candidates of the 70th Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) examination took place at Bapu Sabhagar in Patna. Chief Minister Samrat Chaudhary presented appointment letters to 2,027 successful candidates. This group includes officers for the Bihar Administrative Service, along with SDMs, DSPs, Rural Development Officers, ... Read more Bihar PSC Success: 2,027 Candidates Celebrate Appointment Letters

Kolkata, August 13: The West Bengal government has decided to revoke the states highest civilian award, the Bang Vibhushan, previously awarded to Rajya Sabha MP Nagendra Rai, also known as Anant Maharaj. This decision follows his controversial remarks about Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose. Nagendra Rai was honored with the Bang Vibhushan in February 2026 by ... Read more West Bengal Government Revokes Bang Vibhushan Honor from MP Anant Maharaj

Agra, August 13: Former Minister of State for External Affairs, Meenakshi Lekhi, has taken on a new role as the Chairperson of the Disabled Cricket Control Board of India (DCCBI). This organization supports the Indian disabled cricket team and the Indian wheelchair cricket team. Her appointment was announced during a grand Disabled Cricket Award Ceremony ... Read more Meenakshi Lekhi Appointed Chairperson of the Disabled Cricket Control Board of India

New Delhi, August 13: Commerce Secretary Rajesh Aggarwal stated on Thursday that regular communication continues between India and the United States regarding the proposed Bilateral Trade Agreement (BTA). Both nations remain committed to the terms outlined in the framework agreement reached in February. Aggarwal told the media, We believe both parties are fully committed to ... Read more India and the U.S. Committed to Finalizing Bilateral Trade Agreement: Commerce Secretary

Kochi, August 13: After repeated warnings and delays, all 16 accused in the 2018 Abhimanyu murder case appeared before the trial court on Thursday, paving the way for the long-stalled trial to commence. The accused are alleged members of the Campus Front and Popular Front. They had previously failed to comply with court orders to ... Read more Abhimanyu Murder Case: All 16 Accused Present in Court, Declare Innocence

New Delhi, August 13: Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has sharply criticized Prime Minister Narendra Modis approach to foreign policy, stating that diplomacy cannot be limited to merely hugging leaders of other countries. He emphasized that Indias foreign policy should be driven by national interests. While addressing the Congress plenary session on Thursday, Gandhi asserted that ... Read more Rahul Gandhi Critiques PM Modis Foreign Policy Approach

Chandigarh, August 13: Farmers labor front leader Sarwan Singh Pandher has accused the Punjab government, led by Bhagwant Mann, of failing to fulfill promises made to farmers. He announced plans to intensify protests, stating that the Aam Aadmi Party had made several commitments to farmers before coming to power. Now is the time for the ... Read more Farmers Leader Sarwan Singh Pandher Criticizes Punjab Governments Unfulfilled Promises

New Delhi, August 13: Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami has expressed deep concern over the incident involving debris and water accumulation in the THDC tunnel located in Pipalkoti, Chamoli district. He has directed that relief and rescue operations be conducted on a war footing. In light of the seriousness of the situation, teams from the ... Read more Urgent Rescue Operations Underway in Chamoli Tunnel Incident

New Delhi, August 13: The historic Delhi Assembly will open its doors to the public on August 14 and 15, allowing citizens to experience its rich heritage. This initiative coincides with the upcoming Independence Day celebrations. The assembly complex will be illuminated in the evenings and will welcome visitors from 5 PM to 8 PM ... Read more Delhi Assembly Opens Doors for Citizens on Independence Day

New Delhi, August 13: Since 1982, India and Sri Lanka have faced each other in a total of 46 Test matches. India has won 22 of these encounters, while Sri Lanka has claimed victory in 7. Here, we explore the matches where the winning margins were the largest. One of the most significant victories came ... Read more India vs Sri Lanka: The 6 Matches with the Biggest Winning Margins

New Delhi, August 13: The Indian governments initiative to boost rare earth magnet manufacturing has garnered significant interest, receiving 20 bids. This development is set to enhance the countrys rare earth ecosystem, as announced by the Ministry of Heavy Industries on Thursday. According to an official statement, the Ministry of Heavy Industries (MHI) has received ... Read more Indias Rare Earth Magnet Manufacturing Plan Receives Overwhelming Response with 20 Bids

Bengaluru, August 13: The Karnataka state cabinet has approved the implementation of the Sandhya Kiran cashless health service scheme for state government pensioners under the age of 70, family pensioners, and eligible disabled dependents. In its initial phase, approximately 493,000 beneficiaries, including 311,000 pensioners, will be covered under this scheme. This voluntary program will provide ... Read more Karnataka Cabinet Approves Sandhya Kiran Cashless Health Scheme for Pensioners

Indore, August 13: The Indore police have received a written complaint regarding an incident involving a minor injured during a police baton charge on protesters opposing the NEET paper leak in Delhi. The complaint calls for an FIR against Abhijit Dipeke, the founder of the Citizens for Justice and Peace (CJP), and other members. Additional ... Read more FIR Filed Against CJP Founder Over Minors Injury During Protest in Delhi

New Delhi, August 13: The Security Printing and Minting Corporation of India (SPMCIL) has announced the recruitment of eligible candidates for various positions, including Assistant Manager, through an official notification on its website. SPMCIL has released a total of 24 vacancies. These include 1 Deputy Manager (IT) Application Developer, 4 Assistant Managers (HR), 9 ... Read more SPMCIL Recruitment 2026: Applications Open for 24 Positions Including Assistant Manager

Noida, August 13: Former Uttar Pradesh DGP Vikram Singh has commented on the recent explosion near Delhis Red Fort and the discovery of 90 obscene videos linked to a former MP. In an interview with a news agency, Singh stated that it was previously reported that a car explosion occurred outside a metro station on ... Read more Former DGP Vikram Singh Calls for Revocation of Citizenship for Criminals

Chennai, August 13: A powerful explosion occurred at a licensed firecracker factory near Sivakasi in the Virudhunagar district of Tamil Nadu on Thursday, resulting in a devastating fire. Two workers lost their lives in the incident, according to officials. The accident took place at the firecracker manufacturing unit located in Namaskarithanpatti while employees were engaged ... Read more Explosion at Firecracker Factory in Tamil Nadu Claims Two Lives

Bengaluru, August 13: Karnataka Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar strongly condemned the alleged purification ceremony that took place at the rally of AICC President Mallikarjun Kharge in Haldwani, Uttarakhand, on Thursday. He described the act as shameful and a direct affront to the Constitution. In a statement, Shivakumar remarked that this incident is not just an ... Read more Karnataka Chief Minister Shivakumar Condemns Purification Ceremony at Kharges Rally

Lagos, August 13: The Indian fencing team has made history by winning the overall championship title at the 2026 Commonwealth Fencing Championship. Over four days of competition, Team India secured a remarkable total of 35 medals, comprising 13 gold, 8 silver, and 14 bronze across both Under-23 and senior categories. This historic victory was marked ... Read more India Makes History at Commonwealth Fencing Championship, Wins Wilkinson Sword Trophy

Mumbai, August 13: The Pratapgarh police have taken significant action against the convoy of Umar Ahmed, son of mafia figure Atiq Ahmed. The Hathigwan police seized two luxury cars from the convoy at a toll plaza, following allegations of intimidation and obstruction of government duties. The seized vehicles bear the registration numbers UP 70 GQ ... Read more Pratapgarh Police Seizes Luxury Cars from Umar Ahmeds Convoy

Rajouri, August 13: A remarkable display of patriotism unfolded in Rajouri, Jammu and Kashmir, as a young man climbed a 250-foot mobile network tower to proudly hoist the national flag. This daring act quickly captured the attention of local residents, who gathered to witness the dramatic scene. Upon learning of the incident, police also arrived ... Read more Young Man Climbs 250-Foot Tower to Hoist National Flag in Rajouri

Shillong, August 13: The Meghalaya High Court has sharply criticized the state government for the significant delays in approving reimbursement bills related to medical and travel expenses for judicial officials. Some claims have been pending for nearly a decade. The court has also ordered the payment of 9% annual interest on the delayed amounts. The ... Read more Meghalaya High Court Criticizes Government Over Delayed Reimbursements for Judicial Officials

New Delhi, August 13: A significant opportunity is about to slip away for job seekers. The Delhi Cantonment Board has issued an official notification inviting applications for various positions, including Assistant Engineer. The nine vacancies announced by the DCB include 2 Assistant Engineer (Civil), 1 Assistant Engineer (Mechanical), 5 Junior Engineer (Civil), and 1 Junior ... Read more Last Chance to Apply for Multiple Positions at Delhi Cantonment Board

New Delhi, August 13: In a thrilling encounter of the Delhi Premier League (DPL) 2026, the Outer Delhi Warriors showcased an impressive performance, defeating the West Delhi Lions by 5 wickets in the 25th match. Chasing a target of 179 runs, the Warriors achieved their goal in just 19.1 overs, losing 5 wickets in the ... Read more Outer Delhi Warriors Triumph Over West Delhi Lions in DPL 2026 Match

Ahmedabad, August 13: Pawan Kumar Chandana, co-founder and CEO of Skyroot Aerospace, emphasized the importance of the Vande Bharatam initiative launched by Adani Group Chairman Gautam Adani. He stated that this initiative provides a vital platform for startup founders from small towns. In a conversation with the media, Chandana shared his experience as a judge ... Read more Vande Bharatam Initiative Offers Startups from Small Towns a Platform to Shine: Pawan Kumar Chandana

Lucknow, August 13: Arvind Rajbhar, the National General Secretary of the Suheldev Bharatiya Samaj Party (SBSP), has raised serious concerns regarding a threatening incident involving a firearm at his office. Rajbhar reported that an individual entered his office and brandished a pistol during a dispute with the office in-charge, threatening both him and SBSP leader ... Read more Arvind Rajbhar Raises Alarms Over Threatening Incident Involving Firearm

Kolkata, August 13: The main suspect in the case of luring minors into donating blood in Durgapur has been arrested. Police announced on Thursday that Kingshuk Mukherjee was apprehended in Odisha. Earlier this month, several underage students from a private school in the steel city were taken to a private hospital in Bidhannagar, Durgapur, where ... Read more Major Arrest in Durgapur Blood Donation Scandal Involving Minors