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Ladakh Fills Four Ponds With Glacier Meltwater, Boosting Water Security in Cold Desert

Ladakh has achieved a major water-conservation milestone by filling four large ponds at Spituk Farka in Leh with glacier meltwater under Project

Two Pakistani JeM Terrorists Killed in Udhampur Encounter in J&K; Search Operation Continues

Two Pakistani Jaish-e-Mohammed terrorists, identified as Saddam and Mustafa, were killed in a joint operation by security forces in Udhampur dist

Cricketer Prithvi Shaw deletes all Instagram posts but keeps one after engagement with fiance Akriti Agarwal gets called off

Prithvi Shaw's fiance Akriti Agarwal has announced that the couple have mutually decided to part ways, citing different goals and circumstances f

In Gurugram, Dr Indu Rao Is Taking Girls

Dr Indu Rao is helping girls build confidence, employability and independence through skills, entrepreneurship and practical learning.

Indian Coast Guard Commanders Conference Kicks Off in New Delhi

The Indian Coast Guards 43rd Commanders Conference begins, focusing on operational readiness and maritime security challenges. Indian Coast Guard

Simha Vahana Seva enthrals devotees on third day of Brahmotsavams in Tirumala

As caparisoned elephants lead the procession, 19 cultural troupes, comprising 494 artistes, showcase the countrys rich artistic diversity alongsi

Traffic police to set up 15 centres for to help motorists clear pending e-challans

The centres will be open from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. from September 21 to 30. Personnel will inform motorists about pending challans, send bulk SMS ale

Iran war is driving clean energy development, it's not enough to help the planet, yet

When the US and Israel launched the war in February, some backers of renewables opined it could drive a green transition as oil and gas prices sp

Rashid Alvi Congratulates PM Modi on His Birthday, Condemns Unruly Language Against Him

Congress leader Rashid Alvi wishes PM Modi well on his birthday while condemning disrespectful language directed at him. Rashid Alvi Congratulate

Kader Attia to unveil curatorial vision for seventh edition of Kochi Muziris Biennale on November 14

The noted Algerian-French artist has initiated site visits and conversations in Kochi ahead of the next edition of the international art event, s

In Kalaburagi, Siddaramaiahs statue installed in the night, removed the next morning

452 guest lecturers get notices over suspected fake PhDs

The department has instructed principals of the respective colleges to obtain written statements or explanations from the candidates concerned, a

New underpass to ease traffic, improve U-turn efficiency at My Home Avatar Junction handling 33,000 vehicles in morning rush

Traffic police hope to eventually make the busy junction waiting-free, with additional U-turn arrangements planned to separate conflicting vehicl

Jagga Reddy lauds advocate on padayatra seeking Rahul as PM

Hyderabad: Telangana Pradesh Congress Committee (TPCC) working president Jagga Reddy on Thursday, September 17, lauded Venkateshwarulu, an advoca

Officially declared dead in Odisha, 2,487 workers come alive, authenticate Aadhaar to avail ration

Medical officers issued death certificates for construction workers who were still alive to allow their nominees to get over 15 crore assistance

PSU general insurers swing to 10,051-crore loss as solvency ratio deteriorate

Three of four state-run general insurers reported negative solvency ratios in FY26; combined underwriting loss widened sharply, GIC data show

Vande Mataram row deepens as leaders clash over full rendition

Bengaluru: The dispute over the singing of Vande Mataram at government and public programmes has escalated in Karnataka, with Kannada and Culture

Cyberabad Municipal Corporation demolishes 16 unauthorised constructions on September 17

Modi Honored by 35 Countries, BJP President Nitin Naveen Celebrates His Leadership

Nitin Naveen praises PM Modis global recognition and contributions at an event in Indore, highlighting welfare schemes and national pride. Modi H

Delhi plans AI-based traffic audit of 420 km roads in South Delhi

The proposed study will examine traffic hotspots, road safety, public transport and last-mile connectivity to identify targeted infrastructure im

Odisha Chief Secy Reviews Flagship Schemes with Collectors, Flags Land Bottlenecks and Last-mile Delivery

On Sept 17, 2026, Odisha Chief Secretary Anu Garg reviewed departmental schemes with all Collectors at Lok Seva Bhawan, focusing on urban water p

Migrants robbed of valuables worth lakhs at rented house in Kochi

Farmer killed in tractor run-over following land dispute in Erode

Zee focuses on content, digital profitability, monetisation: Punit Goenka

Zee is strengthening its content strategy and monetisation while building new growth engines across micro dramas, kids' content and live entertai

Minister Rakesh Khadse Reviews Sports Development in West Bengal

Rakesh Khadse inspects sports facilities in Kolkata, promising support for athlete development and infrastructure improvements. Minister Rakesh K

Will work from the grassroots level to strengthen Congress: Kishan Hegde Kolkebail

The newly appointed Udupi District Congress Committee president promises to go door-to-door to respond to workers

BRS Ready for Judicial Probe into KCRs Family Assets

BRS leader KTR challenges CM Revanth Reddy to accept a judicial investigation into family assets, asserting transparency and accountability. BRS

Thermal power contracts to attract 2.4 trn amid RE constraints: Report

States awarded 18.2 GW of fresh thermal capacity in FY25 and FY26, entailing an estimated Rs 2.3-2.4 lakh crore in committed capital, according t

Academic freedom severely restricted in India: Scholars at Risk

Hyderabad: Academic freedom in India was severely restricted between July 2025 and June 2026, according to a Free to Think report by Scholars at

VVCE celebrates contributions of teachers and engineers

Water supply to Sabarimala faces tariff hurdle ahead of season

Schoolteachers union to take out protest march in Keralam

Demands include reversal of the States educational policies that align with the communal policies of the Union government

KABCO begins modernisation of Vengeri wholesale market

Preliminary works to modernise the market have begun, with overgrown areas on the premises set to be cleared before September 19. A joint inspect

BRS Proposes Judicial Inquiry into KCRs Family Assets

BRS leader KTR calls for a judicial investigation into the assets of KCR and CM Revant Reddys family, challenging transparency in governance. BRS

Centre proposes CCTV surveillance in pharmacies to check unauthorised sales

Draft rules require CCTV surveillance for prescription drug sales at licensed premises and mandate that recordings be preserved for a minimum per

Case over allegations of Keralam CMs second marriage: city police start investigation

The FIR cites multiple charges, including forgery and defamation, as authorities try to verify the authenticity of documents related to the suppo

Jindal Supreme IPO Day 2: Issue subscribed 31.50 times

Jindal Supremes 125-crore IPO receives bids for 29,60,44,868 shares against 93,99,600 shares on offer

Kuki-Zo Council warns of full-fledged agitation if Centre fails to address demands by October 10

The organisation accuses the National Investigation Agency of selective operations against the community

CBFC asks for action against proposed screening of Umar Khalid documentary at IIIT Hyderabad

Public screening of a documentary film that has not been certified by the CBFC is a violation of the Cinematograph Act, says the film certifying

CBSE school arts fest begins in Palakkad

4,000-odd students from 73 CBSE schools across the district are taking part in the three-day festival

Modi taking India towards the league of developed nations, says Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu

Extolling the Prime Ministers 25 years in public service, the Chief Minister says that under his leadership 25 crore people have come out of pove

Secunderabad: Grudge over missing son

Hyderabad:Police have arrested a man for allegedly murdering another man in Secunderabads Mylargadda area over a financial dispute involving the

Jammu and Kashmirs LG Manoj Sinha Celebrates PM Modis Birthday with Children

LG Manoj Sinha celebrated PM Modis birthday in Srinagar, engaging with children and launching a month-long service campaign. Jammu and Kashmirs L

Nikki Tamboli, Arbaaz Patel getting married? Haldi pics go viral

Mumbai: Are wedding bells finally ringing for Nikki Tamboli and Arbaaz Patel? A series of pictures shared by Arbaazs friend, Mazhar Khan, has spa

Pathanamthitta draws up plan to prevent disaster damage

Delhi SIR: SC to hear plea seeking disclosure of notices, flagging reasons

Petitioners seek a searchable database of electors served notices and disclosure of the criteria used to flag records for 'No Mapping' and 'Logic

CIAL to unveil development master plan for next 25 years

The plan to cover development across airside, terminal, cargo, landside, connectivity, utilities, commercial expansion and sustainability, while

Police summon former Thodupuzha municipal chairman for questioning over drug abuse suspicion

TNAU begins Ph.D. admissions for 2026-27

Those in the final year/final semester of their postgraduate programme are also eligible to apply; they should upload mark sheets of all the comp

Puravankara secures 2,600 cr redevelopment rights in Mumbai's Goregaon

Spread across 4.68 acres in Goregaon West, the project has a developable potential of about 1.05 million sq ft and marks Puravankara's eighth Mum

Chief Minister launches 1,917 crore worth of development works for Kalyana Karnataka

Kalaburagi accounted for the highest share, with 223 works worth 1,105.63 crore, followed by Koppal with 293 works worth 258.03 crore, and Raichu

EPFO Salary Cap Increase Enhances Social Security and Financial Stability for Workers

The Indian governments decision to raise the EPFO salary cap aims to expand social security and bolster financial security for employees. EPFO Sa

ASML to expand India presence as Tata Electronics fab takes shape

Earlier this year, Tata Electronics and ASML signed a MoU to advance the semiconductor manufacturing ecosystem in India

Apple charters two freighter aircrafts from Chennai to US to ferry iPhones

While the sources could not identify the models of the phones, electronics industry sources said that Apple is making the new iPhone 18 Pro model

Scarcity of Aavin milk in Salem forces public to buy milk from private dairies

Prescription or not? At neighbourhood medical stores, consumers say rules are not always followed

Cyble and Cyber Security Council of UAE Sign MOU to Strengthen National Threat Intelligence Capabilities

Cyble and Cyber Security Council of UAE Sign MOU to Strengthen National Threat Intelligence Capabilities

Six companies make record stock market debut in a day, five end higher

Five of the six companies ended above their issue prices, led by Karamtara Engineering, as a record number of mainboard firms listed on the stock

Interstate drug trafficking network busted, claims NCB Kochi unit

A total of 33.1 grams of suspected cocaine seized as part of the operation

Varmora Granito sets 148 cap for IPO opening September 22

The IPO includes a fresh issue of equity shares worth up to 3,200 million and a sale of up to 26,217,634 shares by existing investor Katsura Inve

Supreme Court Orders Manipurs Chief Secretary to Report on 25 Unnatural Deaths in Relief Camps

The Supreme Court has demanded a detailed report on 25 unnatural deaths in Manipurs relief camps, focusing on causes and preventive measures. Sup

Manapparai milk society increases sale price of milk by 5 a litre

High freight costs weigh on Indian poultry exports

Shipments on gradual recovery path; Exporters seek govt support to bring down freight costs, increase sailings

H-1B Shock? Why Indian IT Companies Arent as Dependent on US Visas as You Think

Markets steady after Fed rate hike; indices show mixed trend

Indian equities showed resilience amid global uncertainty, with broader markets outperforming as investors weighed currency pressure, crude price

Putin bankrolled this war, today that ends: US House passes Lindsey Grahams Russia Sanctions bill

Healthcare industry divided over Maharashtra FDA's medical device pricing

Industry bodies back greater scrutiny of medical device pricing but differ on how gaps between hospital procurement costs and prices charged to p

No Vaibhav Sooryavanshi again; Shreyas Iyer makes one big change for 3rd T20I

Afghanistan captain Ibrahim Zadran won the toss and opted to field against India in the third and final T20I at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi

Ladakhs cold desert blooms with worlds highest-altitude flower fields

The administration has linked the flower field project to efforts aimed at empowering farmers and create new economic opportunities

Swachhata Hi Seva campaign launched across Mysuru division

EPFO wage ceiling of 25,000 too little, too late, says AITUC

The All India Trade Union Congress (AITUC) demands that the ceiling be raised to 30,000 to include deserving sections of employees

EPFO wage ceiling of 25,000 too little, too late, says AITUC

The All India Trade Union Congress (AITUC) demands that the ceiling be raised to 30,000 to include deserving sections of employees

Maoist Leader Asim Mandal Arrested After 15 Years on the Run

Asim Mandal, a wanted Maoist leader, has been captured in Kolkata after evading authorities for 15 years, marking a significant law enforcement s

Litigant cannot lose right to appeal over tribunal's e-filing glitch: SC

The Supreme Court said the period during which the tribunal's filing system was non-functional could be excluded while calculating the statutory

Mosquito control drive launched to prevent spread of dengue in Tiruchi

Mosquito control drive launched to prevent spread of dengue in Tiruchi

Director of Health Services appointed in Keralam

Director of Health Services appointed in Keralam

Vijayawada temple offers silk robes to Kanipakam temple for Brahmotsavams

Vijayawada temple offers silk robes to Kanipakam temple for Brahmotsavams

Hindustan Zinc adds 32 million tonnes of gross ore resources and reserves in FY26

Hindustan Zinc completes 464.32 kilometres of exploration drilling during the year, with over 88% of drill holes intersecting mineralisation

In the 1940s, a few snakes arrived in Guam hidden in military cargo; decades later, nine of the islands 11 native forest bird species were gone

Government bodies are collaborating with local citizen scientists in a proactive approach towards snake removal on Guam. This program's aim is to

Once allies, now rivals: Decoding deepening fault lines between Akhilesh & Jayant

Akhilesh Yadav and Jayant Choudhary's political exchanges have become increasingly bitter and personal. Jayant Choudhary strongly criticized Akhi

Bigger homes gain favour as Indian buyers move higher up the price ladder

Anarock survey shows 3BHKs account for 48% of buyer preferences, while demand is increasingly shifting towards homes priced between Rs 90 lakh an

No cornstarch? Use 2 tbsp all-purpose flour for every 1 tbsp cornstarch when you need a quick pantry substitute for thickening food

Starch gelatinization plays a pivotal role in thickening sauces and gravies. When it comes to thickening agents, cornstarch outperforms flour, as

Bengaluru Metro inducts first Titagarh-CRRC train on Green Line

Bengaluru Metro inducts first Titagarh-CRRC train on Green Line

EU curbs fail to dent Indias steel push: 80% exports retain FTA benefits

The EU has since July 2026 implemented an amended quota-based system for certain steel imports that drastically cut country-wise quotas in a bid

EU curbs fail to dent Indias steel push: 80% exports retain FTA benefits

The EU has since July 2026 implemented an amended quota-based system for certain steel imports that drastically cut country-wise quotas in a bid

Service with a smile campaign launched at Tiruchi airport to improve passenger experience

It will focus on strengthening passenger facilitation, service quality, safety, cleanliness and courtesy with the objective of making passengers