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Supreme Court seeks Centre's response on plea to declare polygamy among Muslims as unconstitutional

A bench of Chief Justice Surya Kant and Justices Joymalya Bagchi and V Mohana issued notice to the Centre on a petition filed by women's rights a

'They'll be heading to our country too...': Farage warns UK after illegal alien influx into Spain

Can a dynamic formula for distress years ease Cauvery conflict? | Decode Karnataka

Can the two States evolve a dynamic solution to a decades-old contention that can move beyond political rhetoric?

Trump defends 'anti-weaponization' fund as Todd Blanche nomination stalls

President Trump defends his proposed anti-weaponization fund amid Senate opposition. Republican Senators Cornyn and Tillis are blocking Todd Blan

St. Aloysius to hold convocation on August 1

August 2026 Dry Days: Check full list of dates when liquor shops will be closed

August 2026 includes two designated dry days for alcohol sales prohibition. Independence Day on August fifteenth and Eid-e-Milad on August twenty

Renowned Nepalese climber Purja among 6 still missing after Pakistan avalanche; 4 bodies recovered

An avalanche struck Broad Peak, trapping six climbers including Nirmal Purja. Rescuers have recovered four bodies from the challenging mountain.

From office frogging to job hugging, what is Gen Z up to at work?

Gen Z finds itself moving from one workplace to another rather quickly, without sticking with one job for an extended period when the work enviro

Rowdy-sheeter with 24 cases arrested in Bengaluru

Watch: Several dead after Bhiwandi building collapses, rescue underway

A four-storey building collapsed in Maharashtras Bhiwandi late Thursday night, killing at least nine people. The building had reportedly been dec

Before Ranbir Kapoor vs Yash in Ramayana, Arvind Trivedi's Ravana set the gold standard; here's all about the legendary actor

Arvind Trivedi's portrayal of Ravana in Ramanand Sagar's Ramayan is highly celebrated. He also starred in Vikram Aur Betaal and had a successful

Patient dies after ambulance runs out of oxygen in MP's Mandla; probe ordered

They claimed that doctors put him on oxygen and referred him to the district hospital, but the oxygen supply in the ambulance ran out during the

No fuel surcharge on Kerala electricity bills in August

KSEB collects fuel surcharge from electricity consumers under an automatic cost-recovery mechanism.

Kannada organisations call for bandh on August 13 against order to release Cauvery water to T.N.

Madras High Court closes contempt case against Savukku Shankar

Amid Gen Z protests, NDA ally LJP lists private members Bill on youth commission

The Bill seeks Constitutional status for a permanently established National Commission for Youth

BJP's Devesh Kumar quits Bihar MLC post, paves way for Deepak Prakash to get elected, continue as minister

Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MLC Devesh Kumar on Friday resigned from position in the Bihar Legislative Council, paving the way for Deepak Prakas

How sculptural wooden doors are becoming statement pieces in modern homes

From Gothic arches to temple-inspired carvings, Koshs Sabha reimagines handcrafted wooden doors and panels as contemporary decor

KIIFB restructuring committee to meet on August 3

Waterways Leisure Tourism to explore cruise services from Mangaluru

As part of the Karnataka Governments efforts to promote cruise tourism in the State, the Department of Tourism has initiated consultations with l

The Constitutional Questions Over Assam's 'Exclusionary' Heritage Land Bill

The Bill is concerned not only with what happens to the heritage institution, but also with who inhabits the land.

The multifaceted Seema announces herself on the big stage

Bhatti Explains Family Certificate Benefits for Citizens

The Deputy Chief Minister said that the people of the State are receiving the commodities supplied by the State Government through ration cards,

NHAI plans 12-km elevated road from Lal Kuan to Dadri; Ghaziabad commuters could soon get a faster route to Noida International Airport

A feasibility study is underway for a proposed 12-kilometre six-lane elevated road connecting Lal Kuan and Dadri in Uttar Pradesh. The project ai

Passenger bus overturns in Algeria; at least 25 killed, 44 injured

Prime Minister Sifi Ghrieb arrived at the University Hospital of Boumerds where some of those injured had been taken

A discarded SpaceX rocket is on a high-speed collision course with the moon

A SpaceX rocket upper stage will crash into the moon on Wednesday. This event will create a crater and eject dust and rubble into space. Scientis

Ancient Norse proverb of the day: 'The unwise man stays awake all night worrying; when morning comes, he is weary, and his troubles remain' A life lesson for uncertain times

Ancient Norse wisdom offers guidance on managing anxiety and overthinking. A proverb from the Havamal advises against sleepless nights spent worr

Spain Border Crisis: Why did 60,000 migrants, equal to 70% of Ceuta's population, cross into the city in just 24 hours?

Around sixty thousand migrants entered Ceuta from Morocco in one day. This influx overwhelmed the Spanish enclave and caused a humanitarian crisi

CPIM Seeks Probe into Black Money Allegations on BJP Kerala Poll Funds

It is alleged that such financial frauds, carried out by deceiving the public and even keeping party workers in the dark, were an affront to the

Cricket Fever Returns To The Capital As DPL 2026 Kicks Off In Grand style

In another season of the Delhi Premier League (DPL) Central Delhi Kings will take on Purani Dilli 6 in the opening match of the men's competition

Demographic Window Of 25 Years- Will It Be a Dividend Or Disaster For India?

India is currently in the early-to-mid phase of its demographic window. Broadly, this favourable phase began around 2010-13 when the country's de

Bombay HC questions FDA's clean chit to Mantralaya canteens

The Bombay High Court criticized the Maharashtra FDA for inconsistent enforcement actions. It ordered an improvement notice for Mantralaya cantee

139 Indians released from Russian Army, 2 dozen remain: MEA warns against shady job offers

Man Involved in 9 Thefts at Secunderabad Station Held

The accused misused his professional earnings in online cricket betting and consuming alcohol, prompting him to commit thefts

India likely to see below-normal rainfall in second half of monsoon: IMD

India's monsoon rainfall for August and September is predicted to be below normal. The India Meteorological Department forecasts precipitation at

Chinese Proverb of the Day: If you are planning for one year, sow rice. If you are planning for ten years, plant trees. If you are planning for one hundred years, educate people; life lessons on long-term thinking, building a lasting legacy and why investing in people creates the greatest future

Long-term success is built through patience, vision and investing in what truly lasts. This ancient Chinese proverb reminds us that while some ef

Building Wellness, Not Just Stores: Maharishi Ayurveda's Retail Vision

Their vision is to create an environment that feels warm, welcoming and inspiring, rather than medicinal.

Four groups representing Bhopal gas tragedy survivors allege sewage-contaminated water supply

Survivors claim Bhopal's civic body supplies sewage-contaminated drinking water. Many water samples tested positive for faecal coliform, indicati

GST officials rounded up by traders in Chennais Sowcarpet

The traders reportedly protested the inspection, alleging that it was being conducted unlawfully. They insisted that senior GST officials, includ

Preeti Pawar, Ankush Panghal reach boxing final at CWG 2026, team India qualifies for mixed 4x400m relay final

The Indian contingent continues to soar high at the Commonwealth Games 2026, with boxers Preeti Pawar and Ankush Panghal reaching the final of th

Ekadashi in August 2026: Know dates, timings, parana time and importance of Kamika & Shravana Putrada Ekadashi

August 2026 features two significant Ekadashi fasts for devotees of Lord Vishnu. Kamika Ekadashi falls on August ninth, offering spiritual merit

IB Officer Murder Case: Life Imprisonment for ex-AAP Councillor Tahir Hussain

Additional Sessions Judge Praveen Singh pronounced the sentence to all five accused after hearing arguments on the quantum and said that the pros

Kerala Govt To Upgrade Maveli Stores, Launch 24x7 Convenience Outlets

The first such outlet, included in the government's 100-day action programme, will begin operations at the Vyttila Hub in Ernakulam in September

Majority Express Concerns Over U.S. Becoming a Technology Protectionist

Beijing, July 31: A recent survey conducted by CGTN, under the China Media Group, reveals significant concerns among global internet users regard

Pakistan: 4 Bodies Found Among 10 Missing Climbers After Broad Peak Avalanche

Renowned Nepali mountaineer Nirmal Purja is among 10 climbers feared missing after a massive avalanche struck Broad Peak, in Pakistans Karakoram

'He treated us like lab rats': Moreno explodes at Fauci over Covid mandates, calls him 'Dems' hero'

Kerala govt will withdraw cases against NEET protestors: Home Minister

Kerala government will withdraw all cases registered during NEET protests. This decision follows requests from Rahul Gandhi and Chief Minister V

Collectors Cove Mumbai: Giftex brings art, watches and luxury collectibles under one roof

From an immersive MF Husain tribute to rare watches, jewellery and collectible design, Giftexs inaugural Collectors Cove at Mumbais Ballard Pier

India Has Just 25 Years To Turn Demographic Opportunity Into Economic Dividend

India entered this favourable demographic phase around 2010-13, when the dependency ratio began falling. The ratio is expected to bottom out arou

Placing newspaper under car floor mats: Why more people are doing it and its benefits

Placing old newspaper under car floor mats is a simple, zero-cost habit that helps absorb monsoon moisture, resist floor odour, add a thin therma

Srijana Inspects Civic Facilities in Masthan Nagar Slum

The Commissioner directed the departments concerned to inspect the issues on priority and take necessary action for their early resolution

Watch: Ive received threats to join BJP: CJPs Abhijeet Dipke

Cauvery: Karnataka CM Shivakumar to decide next steps after legal advice, all-party meeting

Karnataka will consult legal experts and opposition leaders on the Cauvery water dispute. The state filed a review petition after the CWRC direct

Flipkart And Netflix Make World-Class Entertainment An Earned Shopping Benefit For Millions Of Indians

Flipkart Plus members can earn a Netflix Mobile Plan every month by completing four qualifying orders of 299/- or more.

Two mini-textile parks inaugurated in Karur district

It is part of an initiative to consolidate Tamil Nadus reputation as a major destination for textiles by creating cutting-edge infrascture in var

Purbayan Chatterjee Honours Guru-Shishya Parampara at PAAMFs UMANG

The room itself was a heavy-hitting gallery of musical royalty, generating the kind of backstage gravitas rarely seen under one roof.

India, China bore one-third of global 'bad' cholesterol burden in 2023: Study

High LDL cholesterol caused 3.6 million deaths globally in 2023. India and China bore one-third of this worldwide disease burden. The number of a

The new public life of bats

How researchers, naturalists and accidental bat obsessives are changing how India sees an animal long associated with darkness and disease

In 1997, a mysterious ocean sound called the 'Bloop' sparked sea monster and lost underwater city theories. The truth came from Antarctica

Scientists detected a powerful underwater sound called the Bloop in 1997. This mysterious noise traveled thousands of miles, sparking speculation

Taslima Nasrin: The exiled Bangladeshi author who returns to Kolkata after 19 years

Taslima Nasrin faced protests in Bangladesh and received threats from Islamist groups for her outspoken writings on womens rights and religious e

Watch: TN govt to approach SC to secure its share of Cauvery water: Minister Nirmal Kumar

The Muthanga land agitation and the 2026 verdict | Explained

Cognizant hosts global OpenAI Codex Hackathon for 10,000 employees across six cities in India

Cognizant launched its first global Codex Hackathon with OpenAI. Ten thousand associates across six Indian cities participated in this event. Thi

Evening newswrap: Former AAP councillor Tahir Hussain gets life imprisonment; 18 killed trying to breach Morocco border, army sent to Ceuta & more

Australian Consulate-General finds new official home in Bengaluru

RecognisingBengalurus importance as a globalcentreof entrepreneurship and technology, Mr. Hill said that the city has a crucial role in deepening

India calls upon international community to look into Pakistan's brutal crackdown in PoJK

India has strongly criticised Pakistan's actions in Pakistan-Occupied Jammu and Kashmir. Reports indicate significant civilian casualties during

Chinese Proverb of the Day: Be not disturbed at being misunderstood; be disturbed Life lessons on empathy, communication, emotional intelligence, listening and why every story has two sides

Chinese Proverb of the Day highlights the meaning of Be not disturbed at being misunderstood; be disturbed rather at not being understanding. The

In 2016, a Pacific island disappeared beneath the sea; now a breathtaking sculpture marks exact spot and is slowly transforming

A new sculpture commemorates Kale Island, which disappeared beneath rising seas a decade ago in the Solomon Islands. Created by British marine ar

Godavari at 48 ft in Bhadrachalam; Second Flood Warning in Force

Discharge crosses 11.44 lakh cusecs; authorities warn of further riseincrease forecast in Bhadradri Kothagudem district

Delhi riots 2020: Why Tahir Hussain escaped death penalty in IB officer Ankit Sharma murder case

A Delhi court sentenced Tahir Hussain and four others to life imprisonment. They were convicted for the murder of IB officer Ankit Sharma. The co

Dr. N. Vani Appointed As Telangana Director Of Medical Education

The Telangana government has appointed Dr. N. Vani, currently the Superintendent of Gandhi Hospital, as the Director of Medical Education.

Missing Tribal Chieftain Found Dead in Deep Pathanamthitta Forest

Mohandas' family had claimed that he was facing a case related to a dispute over work under the MGNREGS

Emphasis on strategy to position U.P. among countrys top 3 sporting States by 2036: SGFI president Deepak Kumar

Says aim is also to secure the inclusion of traditional sports such as Kabaddi and Yoga in the Olympics.

Own it, launch it, talk to them: A practical playbook from Hostinger's CEO for Indian MSMEs

In a fireside chat at the grand finale of MSME Sparks 2026, Hostinger CEO Giedrius Zakaitis focused on why building a business online is no longe

Bengaluru: Man booked for blocking road to celebrate birthday in Vijayanagar

The contractor allegedly parked his car on West of Chord Road near the Shivahalli Flyover on July 15, blocking traffic.

Shaan Teams Up with Deedar Kaur for Romantic Track Dildara

Times Music releases breezy love song set against Thailands scenic backdrops, marking duos first collaboration

When livelihoods melt away: Should heat stress be recognised as a human rights issue? | In Focus podcast

Avinash Chanchal and Deepali Tonka speak to us about the Garmi Khata initiative, documenting the human cost of extreme heat, and the push to reco

8 in 10 Australian Teens Still on Social Media 3 Months After U16 Ban Began: Study

Children's continued social media use took place even as account ownership declined to 42% from 52%, with statistically significant reductions ac

YSRCP Leaders Threatened Woman Police Officer: Official

Large crowds turned out to greet Jagan, who went in a convoy on Thursday

OPINION | Can we learn from China's exam system?

Now that the Parliament has passed a stringent law to curb exam paper leaks, it is going to be an Act once the President gives her assent. With a

Kundapur: Heated Phone Argument Ends In Murder, Accused On The Run

The deceased has been identified as Ivan. Police have named Derik Crasta as the accused and launched a manhunt to trace him

Traffic Curbs for Ujjaini Mahakali Bonalu in Secunderabad

Diversions within 2-km radius; multiple parking points earmarked for devotees from Aug 24

Former Army chief Gen Vishwa Nath Sharma passes away at 96

Former Army chief General Vishwa Nath Sharma passed away at ninety-six years old. He served as Chief of Army Staff from 1988 to 1990. General Sha

Fireflies.ai joins Rotterdam Dockers as founding investor ahead of inaugural ETPL

AI productivity platform Fireflies.ai and its founder-CEO Krish Ramineni have joined Rotterdam Dockers as founding investors ahead of the inaugur

SC-NBWL recommends adding pygmy hog to list of critically endangered species

AISA student alleges assault over remarks on PM Modi; FIR filed, ABVP denies involvement

A student alleged assault by four unidentified men over remarks on Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Police registered a case and are investigating t

Jasprit Bumrah passes fitness test, cleared to play in upcoming Test series against Sri Lanka | Report

In a major development, star India pacer Jasprit Bumrah has reportedly been cleared to play for the Indian team ahead of their two-game Test seri

Placing aluminium foil behind indoor plants: Why more people doing it and its benefits

Placing aluminium foil behind indoor plants is a simple trick backed by real research. It reflects light to shadowed leaves, keeps pests like aph

Karnataka High Court Criticizes Government and Police Over Attack on Mentally Ill Youth

Bengaluru, July 31: The Karnataka High Court has sharply criticized the state government and police regarding an alleged attack on a 19-year-old

Newtons 3rd Law movie review: Sumanth spearheads a largely satisfying, minimalistic crime thriller

Director Rajesh Karnas Telugu film nearly succumbs to the second-half syndrome, but solid drama and clever twists help it sail through