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Cauvery water release to TN: Karnataka govt to evaluate CWRC recommendation

Responding to the CWRC recommendation on releasing Cauvery water to Tamil Nadu, Karnataka ministers Santosh Lad and Ajay Singh said the state gov

Video of actor Vikram with Lar Gibbon: Tamil Nadu Forest Department probes

Sources said the trail of the Lar Gibbons can be traced to Erode and, before that, to Manipur

BRS flays Congress, BJPs silence on national project status to PRLIS

Jharkhand BJP workers hit streets over action against job aspirants

Karnataka: BJP says it will not allow legislature proceedings if Nagendra is not sacked

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Centre likely to send FCRA Amendment Bill to JPC amid Opposition demand for withdrawal

Resolution expected in Lok Sabha on Wednesday; Opposition parties say the proposed changes would give the Centre sweeping powers over assets of o

Net direct tax collection grows 23% to 8.11 lakh cr on slower refunds, higher non-corp taxes

Refund issuances, however, slowed during the year with a meagre 3.8% year-on-year growth to 1.43 lakh crore.

BJP to distribute 25,000 national flags as part of Har Ghar Thiranga programme in Puducherry

Jagtial youth dies in road accident in Malta

Hotel double murder: Man confesses to killing two daughters over custody dispute

The accused, identified as Imran S.G., has allegedly confessed to killing his daughters, Sheikh Zoya and Sheikh Zehra, aged 10 and 8 years respec

Parliamentary panel recommends 25% of road budget for public transport

While the complete report was not available at the time of publishing, the panel's recommendations in its statement focused on enhancing bus tran

Jharkhand exam row: Over 100 ABVP members detained during protest march

More than 100 ABVP members were detained in Ranchi while marching towards the Jharkhand Assembly to protest police action against job aspirants a

Nellimarla turns to Miyawaki forest to increase green cover

CM Vijay likely to move resolution in Assembly seeking freeze on Lok Sabha seats at 543

Vijay had on August 8 convened a meeting with Members of Parliament from Tamil Nadu at Kalaivanar Arangam in Chennai

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She added that regular yoga and fitness kept her motivated

'No Chinese encroachment in Arunachal': Govt sources debunk viral claims, call them 'attention-seeking ploys'

Fresh claims of China allegedly carrying out a slow encroachment into Arunachal Pradesh have been rejected by government sources, who termed the

Meghalaya Launches Intensive HIV Awareness Campaign to Combat Rising Infections

Shillong, August 11: Meghalaya is set to strengthen its fight against HIV and sexually transmitted infections (STIs) by launching the Intensified

Corporation seals 8 units making idols using banned plaster of paris in Madurai

A.P. aqua farmers get power at 1.50 a unit, 10-acre cap lifted

Nine killed in two multi-vehicle crashes in Zaheerabad

Fisherman dies after collapsing on boat while heading to sea from Mandapam

Prashant Kishor promises 10,000 private jobs for Bankipur youth in two years

Prashant Kishor, the Bankipur MLA, pledged private job placements for ten thousand youths. He will utilize his national network to secure employm

Tourism Department to come up with fresh plan to establish theme park at Mukkombu

The stars are still there, we just can't see them anymore as artificial light is now changing that view at an alarming pace, creating a brightening night that future generations may barely recognize

Artificial light pollution erases stars twice as fast as satellites measured. A child seeing 250 stars today may see fewer than 100 by age eighte

Vasai-Virar Invites Citizens to Celebrate Patriotism with Har Ghar Tiranga Campaign

Mumbai, August 11: The Vasai-Virar Municipal Corporation has called on all citizens to enthusiastically participate in the Har Ghar Tiranga campa

Karnataka: Violations Found In 3 Main Kitchens Of Indira Canteens In Bengaluru, Warehouse Sealed

The inspected main kitchens/food preparation units at Gottigere, Lingarajapuram and Singasandra in Bengaluru Urban district: Reports

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Quote of the day by Langston Hughes remains powerful because it speaks to something deeply human: the need to believe that life can become more t

A.P. Christian leaders urge Centre to withhold proposed FCRA Amendment Bill

The APCLF leaders and representatives of FCRA-registered organisations demand that the proposed amendments be withheld in their entirety, along w

Bombay HC warns Maharashtra FDA for sword to kill mosquito approach as Cadila challenges drug ban

The Bombay High Court criticized the Maharashtra FDA for its drastic actions against companies. The court directed the regulator to grant hearing

SHIFT Transport Coalition launches Transport Analytics Hub to analyse urban mobility data

The platform uses geospatial analytics and interactive visualisation tools to help users understand mobility patterns, compare cities using mobil

TGICET counselling: 19,526 MBA and MCA seats filled, over 16,000 remain vacant

Seven Killed In Road Accident In Zaheerabad

The injured were shifted to the Area Hospital in Zaheerabad for treatment

Nearly 30,000 pounds of beef recalled in Florida, Texas: Reason and affected products

Nearly thirty thousand pounds of raw beef from Argentina are being recalled in Florida and Texas. This recall is due to the products entering the

Air India CEO Faces Inquiry Over Phuket-Delhi Flight Incident

New Delhi, August 11: Civil Aviation Secretary Sameer Kumar Sinha and senior officials met with Air India CEO Campbell Wilson on Tuesday. The dis

The Hindu photographers shine at APPJAs National Photojournalism Contest-2026

Congress calls for close monitoring of electoral rolls in Hyderabad region

I dont wash my hands: Hegseth's nose-wipe video sparks internet frenzy as old comment resurfaces

Planning board post: Kerala HC stays information commission order directing PSC to give mark details, personal info

District Collectors Emphasize Water Conservation During Monsoon at 11th Dialogue

New Delhi, August 11: Ashok K.K. Meena, Secretary of Drinking Water and Sanitation, highlighted the importance of water conservation during the m

Syria's ousted leader Bashar al-Assads fall: From 24 years in power to death sentence

Bashar al-Assad's 24-year rule ended in December 2024 after rebel forces advanced. He fled to Moscow, concluding over five decades of family rule

Watch: BJP targets Congress on police action at Jharkhand protest | Above the Fold | Aug 11 2026

Jharkhands student protests have taken a political turn, with the BJP and Congress trading blame over police action against protesters. With over

Free health checkup camp for senior citizens at KLE hospital

Noida International Airport To Get Inter-State Bus Terminal For Direct Connectivity To NCR And Neighbouring States

Applicant to Ram Temple CEO post calls for transparency in selection process

Eighteen people have been called for an interview in Ayodhya from a poll of 5,200 applicants; the shortlist of candidates and criteria for select

Marathon followed by a skydive, 77-year-old army veteran completes double adventure in Siberia

Lt. Col. O.P.N. Kalyan (retd.), a retired Army Service Corps officer, completed a 10-km run in the marathon on August 1.

NCC cadets take out Har Ghar Tiranga rally with 200-foot-long national flag

Cadets from various schools and colleges display tricolour flags and take out the rally chanting Vande Mataram and Har Ghar Tiranga slogans

Five held in murder of farmer in Chittoor

Kashmiri Pandit Employees Told to Work From Home Amid Renewed Terror Threats

The threats have reignited deep anxieties within the community

ED Conducts Raids Against Shivam Associates in Major Money Laundering Case

Bengaluru, August 11: The Enforcement Directorate (ED) launched a significant operation on August 7, targeting Shivam Associates and its affiliat

Forest fire: Ban on devotees to climb up Sathuragiri hills continues for second day

Governor issues show-cause notice to Bangalore University Vice-Chancellor

The Governor seeks an explanation from Vice-Chancellor following a series of complaints on alleged irregularities that took place during his tenu

Hundreds rally against FCRA amendment in Aizawl

Council of Churches in Mizoram warn that the Bill could empower authorities to seize and sell the assets and properties of churches and NGOs whos

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West Bengal: Mob Protest Drives Coochbehar MP, His MLA-Wife Out Of Home

The politician-couple was conspicuous by absence in the area after the Assembly Election results on May 4: Reports

HDMC bifurcation not a solution, say speakers at public dialogue

Abhishek Banerjee Faces Serious Allegations Amid Interim Protection

Kolkata, August 11: Abhijit Das, the petitioner who filed an FIR against Trinamool Congress (TMC) MP Abhishek Banerjee, has labeled him a psycho

Velampeta to serve as blueprint for other slum redevelopment in A.P.

AP to adopt Dharavi model for slum redevelopment

US existing homes fall 1.7% in July as record prices, high mortgage rates stifle would be-buyers

Existing home sales in the United States saw a slight decrease during July. Record high prices and increasing mortgage rates are impacting buyer

Gurugram-Sohna Elevated Highway Subsides Again Near Subhash Chowk During Ongoing Repair Work

Colombia quake death toll exceeds 200 as rescuers race to find survivors

Rescue crews searched for survivors after a powerful earthquake killed over two hundred people. The 7.4-magnitude quake tore through Colombia's c

Madurai joins Statewide mobilisation as Collector spearheads anti-drug pledge following CM Vijays launch

RailOne App Offers 3% Discount on General Train Tickets: Heres How to Book Online and Save Money

RailOne App Ticket Booking 2026: Indian Railways passengers can now avoid long queues at station ticket counters when buying general or unreserve

Total Solar Eclipse On August 12: Why The Rare Celestial Event Won't Be Visible In India

A solar eclipse will occur on August 12, 2026, with many parts of the world set to witness the celestial event, either partially or completely.

Over 8,500 suggestions received from students on exam reforms, will build accountable system: Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant

Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren announced over 8,500 suggestions received for examination reforms. The government campaign aims to make the

Former Kerala Minister Ganesh Kumars festering dispute with NSS leadership erupts in public domain

Ganesh Kumar, who was dropped from the NSS director board following internal disputes in June, launches an oblique attack against the social orga

Kalyan Karnataka MPs Seek PMJVK Funds For Development Projects

The MPs said Kalyan Karnataka has historically remained underserved in terms of development and requires focused intervention to bridge gaps in e

Wedding Funny Video: Groom did such a thing while proposing to the bride on stage, the video went viral

Funny Viral Video: In a viral video on social media, the groom kneels down and tries to give the bride a rose, but he gets into the wrong positio

Indias Direct Tax Collection Surges by 23% to

New Delhi, August 11: Indias net direct tax collection for the current fiscal year has seen a remarkable increase of 23%, reaching 8.11 lakh cror

Delhi govt repeals B&B policy; mulls new, flexible framework suited to emerging needs

Delhi's nearly two-decade-old bed and breakfast policy has been repealed by the government. A new regulatory structure is being studied from the

Gadchiroli Snakebite Deaths: Fadnavis Orders School Licence Cancellation

Six students were bitten by a venomous snake around midnight on Sunday at the ashram school in Japtalai village

Abishek Porel Arrest: A Young Cricket Career Suddenly Finds Itself in Court

For Abishek Porel, the conversation around his name has changed completely. Until recently, the Bengal wicketkeeper-batter was being discussed ma

India: Border Situation With China Will Reflect State of Bilateral Ties

The maintenance of peace and tranquillity in these areas is of the utmost importance. We have also stated that the state of the border affairs wi

What will happen to WTC 2025-27 points table if India win Sri Lanka Test series 2-0?

India are set to meet Sri Lanka for a crucial two-match Test series in a few days as they look to make their push for the World Test Championship

In a first, two tribal representatives included in State Wildlife Board

Aimed at ensuring tribal participation and integrating their traditional wisdom into forest management

Allegations of Discrimination Against the Kuki-Zo Community in Manipur

Imphal, August 11: The Kuki-Zo Council (KZC) has strongly condemned the alleged violence, harassment, discrimination, and denial of justice faced

Server outage makes passport applicants fret and fume in absence of official information

Tungabhadra water being released, says Tangadagi

Google Tells Delhi HC Dhruv Rathee's Defamatory YouTube Video Withheld in India

Google, which owns YouTube, made the statement before Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma on a petition filed by lawyer Amita Sachdeva.

Road ministry revises model concession agreement for BOT projects

Some of the key provisions introduced in the revised model concession agreement (MCA) include the buyback option, revenue support to concessionai

Chennai Police Launches Special Anti-Corruption Cell to Combat Bribery

Chennai, August 11: The Greater Chennai Police has initiated a dedicated Anti-Corruption Special Cell aimed at addressing public complaints again

Watch: 'Laughing' Golfer Struck By Lightning While Sheltering From Storm Under Tree

A golfer in Cincinnati, Ohio, got struck by lightning while laughing under a tree but escaped serious injuries.

A scientist who took science to the streets: Kerala bids farewell to M.P. Parameswaran

Tributes pour in from across the political and intellectual spectrum as colleagues, friends and admirers remember the nuclear scientist, science

AAIB Takes Over Probe Of Air India Turbulence Incident

An Air India Airbus A320 aircraft, registration VT-EXO, operating scheduled flight AI 2379 from Phuket to Delhi on last Monday, experienced a sud

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Peddapalli records second-highest rise in government school enrolment over last year

Speakers urge engineering students to explore diverse career paths at The Hindu FIC, SRM-A.P. seminar

The session was aimed at encouraging students to think beyond conventional career options and develop a broader perspective on their future aspir

Student Leader Devendra Nath Mahto Issues Defiant Message from Hospital on Day 10 of Hunger Strike

Ranchi, August 11: Devendra Nath Mahto, a student leader on an indefinite hunger strike for ten days against alleged irregularities in the JPSC-J

Nine Days Out, HIMTEX 2026 Exhibitor List Locks In at 350-Plus

Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], August 11: Stall allotments for the 9th edition of the Hyderabad International Machine Tool & Engineering Expo (HI

Psychology says people who are never happy with other's works and like to do things on their own aren't always arrogant or toxic: What this behavior reveals?

Psychology says people who are never happy with other's works and like to do things on their own aren't always arrogant or toxic. The behavior ca