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Orissa HC orders probe into police excesses on tribal villagers resisting bauxite mining

The court also directed police to ensure that no violence takes place at the adjacent villages

Bengaluru to host India International Coffee Festival in February 2027

The third edition of IICF will bring together growers, roasters, caf brands, baristas, equipment manufacturers, and coffee consumers on a farm-to

Roastery Coffee House opens a Taramati Baradari-inspired caf in Hyderabad

The new Film Nagar outlet draws from the historic Qutb Shahi-era pavilion, with colourful Deccan-inspired architecture, award-winning Indian coff

Barricades outside Pak High Commission in Delhi removed in tit-for-tat move

Barricades outside Pak High Commission in Delhi removed in titfortat move

Crude oil price: Futures rise as UAE suspends economic ties with Iran

October Brent oil futures at $91.92, up by 0.33%; October crude oil futures on West Texas Intermediate at $84.57, up by 0.21%

Odisha +2 Admission 2026 Phase-II: Apply From August 24, Check Dates

Students who could not secure admission to higher secondary schools during the first phase of Odishas +2 admission process will get another oppor

Nifty snaps seven-session losing streak; IT leads gains as bond yield relief lifts sentiment

The rally was triggered largely by an overnight recovery on Wall Street after the US Treasury announced it would double long-duration bond buybac

Reserved Compartment brings Dalit English poetry showcase to Chennai

A Dalit poetry collective brings its English-language showcase to Chennai, using performance, lived experience and conversation

Two doctors of Mumbai's Parsi community to receive Nishan-e-Imtiaz for keeping secret Jinnah's illness

Elaborating on the importance of their act, Mr. Iqbal said that any revelation about Jinnahs frail health could have impacted the creation of Pak

Hyderabad Traffic Police book 1005 for blocking free left

Hyderabad: Hyderabad traffic police booked 1,005 motorists for blocking free lefts in the city in a special drive conducted from August 12 to 18.

India tells UNSC not to use sanctions process for narrow politics

India tells UNSC not to use sanctions process for narrow politics

Coimbatore Teacher N. Balamurugan Helps Transform A Government School With Trees, Books And Train-Themed Classrooms

Tamil teacher N. Balamurugan helped turn Pethanayakanur Government High School into a vibrant space for reading, environmental learning and tradi

Sensex jumps over 550 points at open, Nifty above 24,200 as IT stocks lead

Sensex jumps over points at open Nifty above as IT stocks lead

Personalised mRNA cancer vaccine cuts melanoma recurrence risk by 49%

Personalised mRNA cancer vaccine cuts melanoma recurrence risk by

Madhya Pradesh School Shock: 2 Girls Allegedly Made to Drink Urine-Mixed Water, Principal Says

Families protested after two girls alleged urine-tainted water and questioned the principals response.

US National Debt Crosses $40 Trillion For First Time, Rising By $1 Trillion In Just Five Months

TN CM calls on Amit Shah, meeting of southern CMs to deliberate key issues

Andhra Pradesh CM N Chandrababu Naidu, Telangana Dy CM Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka, the Chief Ministers of Keralam and Karnataka, DK Shivakumar and V

Mehul Choksi's lawyer arrested in London, says report. Family denies

Mehul Choksis lawyer arrested in London says report Family denies

Man beats stepfather to death with shock absorber rod for attacking mother

Man beats stepfather to death with shock absorber rod for attacking mother

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Guyana Amazon Warriors Triumph Over St. Lucia Kings in CPL 2026 Match

St. Lucia, August 20: In an exciting match of the Caribbean Premier League (CPL) 2026 held at the Darren Sammy National Cricket Stadium, the Guya

OpenAI says ads coming to ChatGPT in Europe next week

The ChatGPT maker is burning through cash even as it girds for an initial public offering that could value it at nearly $1 trillion

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Ranchi students celebrate after government cancels JSSC-CGL and 21 exams following weeks of protests.

Telangana: 35-year-old man allegedly kills father over Rs 500

Hyderabad: A minor dispute over Rs. 500 turned fatal in Allipur village under Zaheerabad town limits in Sangareddy district, with a 35-year-old m

Naidu to Raise Pending Bifurcation Issues at Southern Zonal Council Meet

Naidu would raise issues concerning Andhra Pradesh, including implementation of the AP Reorganisation Act, unresolved bifurcation matters, inter-

Man kills father over Rs 500 dispute in Zaheerabad

Hyderabad: A minor dispute over Rs 500 turned fatal in Allipur village under Zaheerabad town limits in Sangareddy district, with a 35-year-old ma

Congress Leaders Pay Tribute to Rajiv Gandhi on His Birth Anniversary

New Delhi, August 20: On the occasion of former Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhis birth anniversary, senior Congress leaders gathered at Veer Bhoomi i

Prince Harry, Meghan to move back to Britain, royal roles unchanged: Report

The Duke and Duchess, who left the UK in 2020, will relocate from the US to a private residence outside London

How tech plays a role in domestic abuse

Technology, gadgets, and cyber tools are often used by domestic abusers in order to control and spy on victims

Quote of the Day by Jos Saramago, the only Lusophone Nobel laureate in literature: If shame still has any meaning in this hell were expected to live

Quote of the Day by Jos Saramago: Jos Saramago's captivating narrative challenges the notion of morality amidst dire circumstances. As the charac

RBI allows LIC to increase holding in HDFC Bank from 4.11% to 9.99%

The approval came on a day when HDFC Banks stock hit 52 weeks low in intraday trade to 715.05 before recovering a bit to close at 720.15, down 0.

Musk's Starlink reapplies for Indias approval of satellite network: Reports

Starlink provides direct-to-device connectivity services using its constellation of satellites

Bitcoin surges 8% as short squeeze ripples across battered crypto market

Bitcoin climbed to around $69,500 after a wave of short covering, amid Trump's meeting with crypto executives and lower borrowing costs adding to

AP Proposes Rs.1 Lakh Aid for Organ Donor Families

Nearly 5,920 people are awaiting organ transplants in the state -- including around 3,000 kidney, 2,000 liver and 100 heart patients. Four patien

Police Encounter in Ghaziabad: Murder Suspect Arrested After Shooting Incident

Ghaziabad, August 20: In a significant police operation, authorities in Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh, have apprehended a murder suspect following an

'Most people are interested in making money': 'Mohan Bhagwat fan' Suresh Oberoi recalls 2004 BJP stint; says Modi, Shah, Yogi are 'fine' but...

Suresh Oberoi spoke about his brief association with the BJP and his admiration for RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat. He explained that he eventually step

Bangladesh presidential election sees Mirza Fakhrul lead in first contest since 1991

Bangladesh presidential election sees Mirza Fakhrul lead in first contest since 1991

Fisherman Missing after Boat Accident Off Visakhapatnam Coast

Eight fishermen had ventured into the sea for fishing on August 16. Their boat met with the accident about 12 nautical miles from the coast. Whil

Eastern Railway's ongoing capacity expansion involves 12,000 crore investment

Of the total investment, around 10,000 crore is being spent on 563 km of line expansion, while another 2,000 crore is being invested in 10 bypass

Border Areas Now a Top Priority, Kiren Rijiju Dismisses Chinese Intrusion Claims

New Delhi, August 20: Union Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju stated on Thursday that border areas, previously overlooked, have now bec

Why was Pakistani TikTok star Shamso Bibi, known as Ayesha Gilamana, shot dead near Islamabad?

Pakistani tiktoker Ayesha Gilamana death news: Shamso Bibi, the popular TikTok star known as Ayesha Gilamana, was shockingly gunned down near Isl

Tamil Nadu CM Vijay calls on Amit Shah ahead of key meeting of southern CMs

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay met Union Home Minister Amit Shah. This meeting occurred before the Southern Zonal Council's upcoming de

Quote of the Day by Anne Frank: I want to go on living even after my death... a profound life lesson on legacy, gratitude in hardship, self-development and why creative expression allows the human spirit to transcend mortality by the iconic Holocaust diarist known for her poignant wartime journal, remarkable emotional resilience, and unwavering belief in human goodness

Quote of the Day by Anne Frank: I want to go on living even after my death! And therefore I am grateful... Written from inside a hidden annex, th

No camera AirPods with iPhone 18 Pro in September? This is when Apple may launch it instead

No camera AirPods with iPhone Pro in September This is when Apple may launch it instead

Just Us: Samantha Makes the Most of Pregnancy Break

Samantha's colleagues, Tamannaah, Kiara Advani and Hansika, also reacted to the post with heart-eyes emojis.

South Korea rejects Trump's claim; estimates Kim Jong Un has 80-120 nuclear weapons

Most welcome, perhaps long overdue: MJ Akbar backs US envoy to India Gor's J-K remarks

MJ Akbar welcomed the US Ambassador's statement on Jammu and Kashmir being an important part of India. He hoped this position would be reiterated

Remembering Rajiv Gandhi: A Tribute by Mallikarjun Kharge on Sadbhavana Day

New Delhi, August 20: On the occasion of former Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhis birthday, Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge paid tribute to him.

Stock Alert: Aditya Infotech, HDFC Life, Hyundai Motor, Kolte-Patil Developers

Bandhan Bank, Manappuram Finance and SAIL barred from fresh F&O positions on 20 August 2026.

GIFT Nifty signals positive start as Wall Street rebounds; oil stays elevated

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Xtranet Technologies consolidated net profit rises 74.43% in the June 2026 quarter

Sales rise 10.51% to Rs 50.46 crore

Spice Islands Industries standalone net profit rises 324.24% in the June 2026 quarter

Sales rise 823.83% to Rs 17.83 crore

'Comments won't go down well in Islamabad': Expert on Sergio calling 'J&K important part of India'

'Comments won't go down well in Islamabad': Expert on Sergio calling 'J&K important part of India'

Lionel Messi scores first goal since father's death with touching tribute

Lionel Messi scores first goal since fathers death with touching tribute

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August 20, 2026 (Conversation) In the United States, leading HR software company Workday is currently facing a lawsuit over its use of job screen

How living in the present can bring peace to an anxious mind

Learn how focusing on the present can help us stop dwelling on the past, worrying about the future, and find greater peace each day.

Three Cattle Smugglers Arrested After Encounter in Kasganj; One Criminal Injured in Ghaziabad

Ghaziabad, August 20: Two separate encounters between police and suspects have been reported in Uttar Pradeshs Kasganj and Ghaziabad. In the Amam

Indian banks raise $4 bn by issuing global bonds, trend to continue: Report

The money has been raised between June 16 and August 13

3 new Amrit Bharat Express trains from Prayagraj to Mumbai and Udhna, check timings and other details

In a major relief for train passengers in Prayagraj, Indian Railways has made a major announcement. North Central Railway has stated that it will

Amit Shah meets Tamil Nadu CM Vijay ahead of crucial Southern states' gathering

Amit Shah meets Tamil Nadu CM Vijay ahead of crucial Southern states gathering

6 Devotees Missing in Nallamala Forest in Ahobilam

While returning after having darshan of lord Sri Narasimha Swamy, six of them lost their way: Police

Amrita Bagchi Praises Dia Mirzas Compassionate Performance in New Web Series

Mumbai, August 20: Actress Amrita Bagchi is currently seen portraying Alka Ahuja, the wife of Squadron Leader Ajay Ahuja, in the web series Opera

Govt cuts bulk sugar stockholding limit to 15 days amid price surge

The government has cut sugar stock limits for bulk consumers to 15 days from September 1, as prices hit record highs ahead of the upcoming festiv

Bengaluru student spends 3 months as Rapido rider, shares earnings and learnings

Bengaluru student spends months as Rapido rider shares earnings and learnings

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Sending 25 lakh or more abroad? What could trigger an income tax query

Taxman tracks foreign remittances: What parents, investors should know

Deaths caused by snakebites a notifiable disease says Maharashtra Health Minister Prakash Abitkar

In the wake of the snakebite incident at a tribal residential ashram school in Japtalai village, Dhanora taluka, Gadchiroli, where six schoolgirl

Starlink knocks on India's door again for Gen 2 satellite network

Starlink is seeking a fresh regulatory nod for its next-generation satellite network as India works on rules for direct-to-device services that c

RBI's FCNR(B) rule 'data-driven' or policy U-turn?

Shiv Sena (UBT) Questions Election Commission After Trump

Mumbai, August 20: Shiv Sena (UBT) has raised concerns about the electoral process following U.S. President Donald Trumps commendation of Indias

'Architect of modern India': Congress leaders pay floral tribute to former PM Rajiv Gandhi on 82nd birth anniversary

Congress leaders led by CPP Chairperson Sonia Gandhi paid floral tributes to former Prime Minister Late Rajiv Gandhi on his 82nd birth anniversar

Stop, think, check: 5.7 lakhs kids learn to question answers

DU allows 3 more colleges to admit students to UG courses based on Class 12 marks

DU allows more colleges to admit students to UG courses based on Class marks

Congress notice to Konda Surekha over daughter

Hyderabad: The Telangana Pradesh Congress Committees Disciplinary Committee has issued a notice to Endowments and Forest Minister Konda Surekha,

AP Tells HC Local Body Polls to End by October

A two-judge Bench comprising Chief Justice Lisa Gill and Justice Challa Gunaranjan heard the matter on Wednesday.

India Expands Air Cargo Transshipment Network, Adds Four Domestic Cities And Two International Destinations

Leaders Pay Tribute to Former Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi on His Birth Anniversary

New Delhi, August 20: Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, and several other leaders have paid tribute to former Prime Minis

Kenya tourist helicopter crash kills 7, including Americans and Ecuador intel chief

A tourist helicopter crashed in Kenya's Samburu county on Wednesday. Seven people, including five Americans and Ecuador's intelligence chief, die

SC: Can't assume Speaker's role to direct MLAs' disqualification

Messi scores first goal since father's death as Inter Miami draws with Philadelphia Union

Messi paid an emotional tribute to his father, Jorge, last week, saying he did not know how to continue without him

Legal cockroaches unite: CJP joins protest seeking BCI chief's exit over NALSAR row

Legal cockroaches unite CJP joins protest seeking BCI chiefs exit over NALSAR row

Ecuador spy chief, his wife among 7 killed in Kenya helicopter crash

Ecuador spy chief his wife among killed in Kenya helicopter crash

Hormuz shipping unchanged amid US-Iran stalemate, data shows

Commodity vessel transits at Hormuz totalled nine on Wednesday, unchanged from Tuesday, shiptracking data from Kpler showed.

Trump declares 'Economic D-Day' on Iran, warns those helping Tehran will pay

The US president has threatened severe economic consequences for countries whose banks, businesses, airports or state entities provide financial

Divine Celebrations at Mahakaleshwar Temple: Olympian Manu Bhaker Pays Visit

Ujjain, August 20: On the auspicious occasion of Shravana Shukla Paksha Ashtami, the Mahakaleshwar Temple held a mesmerizing Bhasma Aarti for Lor