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Ajith Kumar's next film 'Dare Devil' to go on floors from November 2

Digital Desk | Chennai, Sep 16 (IANS) Director Adhik Ravichandran, who is directing actor Ajith Kumar's upcoming Tamil film titled 'Dare Devil',

ECI to meet two Trinamool factions tomorrow to decide on party name and symbol

Digital Desk | Kolkata, Sep 16 (IANS) The Election Commission of India (ECI) will meet delegations of the two factions of the Trinamool Congress

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Extends Best Wishes for Meenakshi Temple Mahakumbhabhishekam

CM Vijay wishes well for the Mahakumbhabhishekam at Meenakshi Temple, celebrating Tamil culture and heritage on this grand occasion. Tamil Nadu C

Minister asks gram panchayats around Bengaluru to prioritise long-term solution to drinking water woes

8/10 homeless people are drug addicts: Shocking testimony on homelessness stuns House hearing

Watch: Three myths about Indian food you need to stop believing

Blueprint for Vizags water security may emerge during CMs September 19 visit

FCNR(B) deposits saved India from a BoP deficit in July 2026

This can be a one-time comfortand may not be available next year, says Madan Sabnavis, Chief Economist of Bank of Baroda

South Africa Rejects US Visa Restrictions, Defends Domestic Policies

South Africa dismisses new US visa restrictions as misrepresentative, emphasizing the need for diplomatic dialogue. South Africa Rejects US Visa

CJPs Dipke launches Adivasi school thik karo campaign

Watch: Mecca security threat: India voices deep concern

India has expressed deep concern following an intercepted drone attack near the holy city of Mecca in Saudi Arabia. The incident occurred on Sept

CM Samrat Choudhary, Shivraj Singh Chouhan review Bihar flood relief and damage assessment in Patna

Digital Desk | Patna, Sep 16 (IANS) A high-level review meeting on flood disaster management, relief and damage assessment in Bihar was held at t

How to clean dusty sofa cushions without removing the covers? Try these simple home cleaning tricks

To keep your sofa cushions pristine, vacuuming them regularly is key, as it effectively eliminates loose dust and debris. If a vacuum isn't acces

Center reconstitutes CBFC panel

The two members of the previous board that have been retained include Waman Kendre and Ramesh Patange

Secunderabad man killed for helping inter-caste couple get married

Hyderabad:Police have arrested five people in connection with the murder of a 26-year-old man in Secunderabads Tukaramgate area, saying the killi

Quote of the day by Russell Crowe: 'Even bad men love their mamas.' Life lessons from inspirational quote on human complexity, maternal love, empathy and perspective

Quote of the day by Russell Crowe, Even bad men love their mamas, comes from the 2007 Western film 3:10 to Yuma. Spoken by Russell Crowe as Ben W

IMD DG Debunks Cyclone Rumors in Odisha; Low Pressure Likely by Sept 19

IMD DG Dr. Mrutyunjay Mohapatra has debunked cyclone rumors in Odisha. A low-pressure area expected by Sept 19 will bring heavy rainfall to coast

Slovakias President Emphasizes EU and NATO Relations

President Peter Pellegrini highlights the importance of EU and NATO ties for Slovakias security and economic prosperity in a recent address. Slov

Anant Nag brings Dadasaheb Phalke to Kannada

Scientists find DNA in human blood can fold into strange four-stranded shapes a hidden layer of genetic information that ordinary sequencing may miss

Scientists have found unusual four-stranded DNA shapes in human blood plasma. These G-quadruplex structures suggest hidden genetic information ma

I am not here for this: Dem witness vs Rep. Gill explodes over homelessness in sanctuary cities

Cybersecurity courses: Despite great promise, first job remains elusive

Cybersecurity jobs can involve analysing alerts, investigating suspicious activity, following incident-response procedures, and handling sensitiv

NSE raises 6,746 crore from anchor investors ahead of IPO

LIC gets biggest allocation at 450 crore; mutual funds account for nearly 37% of anchor book

Car Headlight Rules: New Safety Measures Could Change How Vehicle Lights Work

Night-time driving can become difficult when a vehicle approaching from the opposite direction uses an excessively bright high beam. The sudden g

A sea-facing life in Chennai: Murugavel Janakiraman, founder and CEO of Matrimony.com

Decades-old tradition: Tirupati umbrellas taken out on procession

Six students drown during Ganesh immersion in Sangareddy

Hyderabad: As many as six students drowned during Ganesh idol immersion at Nereducheruvu in Pedda Kanjerla village of Indresham mandal in Sangare

Vastu Tips: Is Using Your Phone During Puja Auspicious or Not?

Mobile phones have become an essential part of everyday life, and many people now use them even while performing their daily prayers. From readin

Madhya Pradesh Governor Urges Screening for Sickle Cell Disease in Schools

The Governor of Madhya Pradesh has called for enhanced screening for sickle cell disease among schoolchildren to improve health outcomes. Madhya

Vastu Tips: 7 Signs at Home That Traditional Beliefs Consider Auspicious

In many Indian households, everyday happenings around the home are sometimes viewed through the lens of Vastu and traditional religious beliefs.

PM Modi asks semiconductor CEOs to step up industry participation in next phase of Indias growth

Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged India to lead in emerging technologies. He assured industry leaders of a predictable and responsive policy env

Governor Urges Screening for Sickle Cell Disease in Madhya Pradesh Schools

Madhya Pradesh Governor Mangu Bhai Patel emphasizes the need for screening children for sickle cell disease in schools and Anganwadi centers. Gov

Govt looks at expanding use of steel from ship recycling

Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 16 (IANS) A joint meeting was held on Wednesday under the chairmanship of Steel and Heavy Industries Minister H.D.

Vastu Tips: Why You Should Avoid Keeping Medicines Near Your Pillow or Bed

For many people, keeping medicines close to the bed seems like a practical habit. If a tablet needs to be taken at night or early in the morning,

100% tariff on India? Russia sanctions bill clears key hurdle, final House vote next

Privatise Chennai airport at earliest, air passengers say

BJP's nationwide events to mark Modi's birthday on Thursday; Shah, Rajnath to flag off bike rallies

The BJP will organize nationwide programs on Thursday for Prime Minister Narendra Modi's birthday. Union Home Minister Amit Shah will flag off a

Premalatha: Vanniyarasu got Minister post, so VCK switched alliances

Delhi Metro to run extra trains amid passenger surge triggered DTC bus strike

The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) will put in place extensive arrangements to manage the anticipated surge in passenger footfall on its net

India ODI squad vs WI: Rohit keeps his place, Jurel preferred over Pant

Naman Dhir and Auqib Nabi have been handed India's maiden ODI call-ups in the absence of key players due to the Asian Games 2026

Clash during bank election: CPI(M) leader held in Kozhikode

Case relates to clash during Chevayur bank election on November 16, 2024, in which a native of Mukkom sustained serious injuries

'Will ensure youth don't have to move outside Uttarakhand to fulfill dreams': CM Dhami

Digital Desk | Dehradun, Sep 15 (IANS) Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Wednesday took part in the 'Yuva Sankalp Diwas' event in

Vastu Tips: How Many Diyas Should You Light in Your Home Temple Every Day?

Lighting a diya during daily worship is a long-standing tradition in many Hindu households. A small flame is often associated with light, devotio

Varun Chakravarthy and Nitish Kumar Reddy Withdraw from Asian Games 2026; Vipraj Nigam to Replace

Indian cricketers Varun Chakravarthy and Nitish Kumar Reddy will miss the 2026 Asian Games due to injuries, with Vipraj Nigam stepping in. Varun

MDR may push small merchants, price-sensitive consumers towards cash: GTRI

The Merchant Discount Rate (MDR) charges on UPI transactions above Rs 2,000 could push small merchants and price-sensitive consumers back towards

Top 11 districts in UP report 1.6% drop in sugarcane acreage; sugar output may be hit

A likely early start of factories with lower recovery and the demand from local gur manufacturers may also limit cane supply, potentially affecti

Trump vs Carney: The dealmaker meets his match in a central banker

In response to Trump's pressures, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has strategically leveraged central banking principles. Steadfast in resist

MS Subbulakshmi was a pan-India superstar, says Kamal Haasan at biopic launch

Rashmika Mandana plays the late legendary singer in the biopic that will have music by Anirudh Ravichander

Indias soybean imports may touch record high 1 mt in the current season on fall in domestic supply

Trend in imports likely to sustain next year on anticipated drop in output impacted by lower area, weak monsoons

News Corp bought Myspace for $580 million in 2005. In 2011, Specific Media and Justin Timberlake acquired it for about $35 million

Myspace helped popularize personalized online profiles, artist promotion and social networking at a crucial stage in the development of the web,

Debagada Police Seize 332 kg Ganja from Abandoned West Bengal Truck

Police have seized 3 quintals 32 kg of ganja from an abandoned truck at the entrance of Kuradpasi village under Kundheigola police station in Rea

Fortis Healthcare arm inks pact to service 400-bedded hospital in Delhi

The agreement will give Fortis long-term exclusive rights for inpatient services, clinical manpower and specialised equipment at the upcoming fac

Official Inauguration of the Finglu Canal in Southwest China

The Finglu Canal, a key project in Chinas transport infrastructure, officially opens, enhancing trade routes and regional economic growth. Offici

Man drowns in River Cauvery during idol immersion

Indefinite internet shutdown in PoK violates international obligations, basic human rights

Digital Desk | Islamabad, Sep 16 (IANS) The Pakistani authorities have severely restricted internet services in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) s

Pak forces kill one civilian, forcibly disappear minor girl in Balochistan

Digital Desk | Quetta, Sep 16 (IANS) As violence against civilians continues unabated across Balochistan, leading human rights organisations brou

Access Control Company in Dubai

Security is a major consideration for businesses, residential properties, offices, warehouses, and commercial facilities. Controlling who can ent

TGSRTC to modernise 13 bus stations across Telangana

Hyderabad: Telangana State Road Transport Corporation (TGSRTC) on Wednesday, September 16, announced that 13 modern bus stations will be develope

Meenakshi Meyyappan is proving the essence of Chettinad cuisine lies in its simplicity

Meenakshi Meyyappans The Bangala is credited with preserving the Chettinad regions cuisine in its purest form

MVD suspends licences of three bus workers in Kozhikode over alleged brawl

Argument over scheduled bus timings escalates into physical confrontation on road, causing significant traffic disruption, says MVD

Former MLA urges govt. to expedite land acquisition for third reach of Vattiyurkavu junction development project

SIPCOT industrial park set to boost industrial climate of Tiruchi

World shares rise as markets await Fed rate decision

Stocks rise on Wall Street and across Europe

Yogi Adityanath Declares Law and Order Restored in Uttar Pradesh

CM Yogi Adityanath asserts law and order is restored in UP, criticizing previous governments for neglecting infrastructure and safety. Yogi Adity

Harish seeks judicial probe into 22-A issue, welcomes SIT probe into KCR family lands

FMCG, PSU banks lift markets as IT drags; Tata stocks caught in crossfire

Indian equities recover as FMCG and PSU bank stocks gain, while IT shares and Tata group stocks face selling pressure ahead of the Tata Sons boar

Watch: Paratrooper makes unique tandem jump with combat canine, handler

ICICI Prudential Life reports 99.31% claim settlement ratio in Q1FY27

The insurer said its digital processes helped accelerate claim settlements, with non-investigated claims taking an average of one day

Navi Mumbai Cardiologist Dr. Amit Singh, Founder of Heartwise Cardiology Named 'Cardiologist of the Year' at ET Healthcare Awards

Navi Mumbai Cardiologist Dr. Amit Singh, Founder of Heartwise Cardiology Named 'Cardiologist of the Year' at ET Healthcare Awards

Veterinarians trained in antimicrobial stewardship and One Health at KVASU

Field veterinarians trained in vaccination, alternatives to antibiotics, farm biosecurity and hygiene, animal welfare and gender-responsive veter

Quote of the day by Ludwig Wittgenstein: Never stay up on the barren heights of cleverness British philosopher on the value of ordinary life

Ludwig Wittgenstein, an influential figure in philosophy, advised against the pitfalls of excessive intellectualism, encouraging the appreciation

Indian Cricket Team Announced for ODI and T20 Series Against West Indies

The BCCI has announced the Indian team for the upcoming ODI and T20 series against West Indies, featuring notable inclusions and captaincy change

Death penalty for all 10 convicts in 2013 Jhiram Valley Maoist attack case

Twenty seven people, including senior Congress leaders Vidya Charan Shukla, Nand Kumar Patel, and Mahendra Karma, were killed in the attack on Ma

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Indo-Pacific ETF flows hit record highs, led by Taiwan, South Korea

15 candidates file nomination for contesting the Thattanchavady bypoll

Accompanied by Chief Minister N. Rangasamy and Home Minister A. Namassivayam, AINRC candidate Ashok Anand filed his nomination papers before Retu

Zero charge for Consumers...: Jyotiraditya Scindia decode UPI MDR rules point-by-point

Vinayaka idols immersed in Tiruchi amid heavy police security

Telangana Dy CM bats for energy efficiency at CII summit

Hyderabad: Batting for energy efficiency, Telangana Deputy Chief Minister (CM) Bhatti Vikramarka on Thursday, September 16, said that electricity

Kumbakkarai waterfalls open for public

L Catterton to invest $30 mn in southern restaurant chain Nandhana Foods

The global consumer-focused fund will acquire a minority stake, supporting the restaurant group's expansion in South India, entry into other mark

'Mr Chairman, he is insulting us & you are': Kash Patel vs Dem Senators erupts; Grassley loses cool

'Mr Chairman, he is insulting us & you are': Kash Patel vs Dem Senators erupts; Grassley loses cool

Local bodies in Kozhikode told to audit buildings for accessibility violations

Directions have been issued to secretaries of all local self-government institutions to conduct post-occupancy audits of buildings in the wake of

In 1998, Leonardo DiCaprio started an environmental foundation at 24; it later backed more than 200 projects across 50 countries

In 1998, Leonardo DiCaprio started an environmental foundation at 24; it later backed more than 200 projects across 50 countries. The Leonardo Di

Meet Alaina Zhang, the 17-year-old Rhode Island student testing whether native seaweed can help clean polluted coastal waters

Seaweed is unlikely to provide a complete solution to the many sources of nutrient pollution affecting coastal waters. Reducing the amount of exc

In 1755, Immanuel Kant earned a degree with a study of fire; the philosophers early work explored nature long before his famous moral theories

Long before Immanuel Kant mapped the boundaries of human reason or drafted his famous moral theories, he spent his early academic years studying

US call centre scam: Hyderabad ED raids across 3 cities

Hyderabad: The Enforcement Directorate (ED), Hyderabad Zonal Office, conducted searches at four premises in Patiala, Pune and Chandigarh in conne

'Severe damage': Pak vessel limps back to harbour after collision with Indian warship

Centre weighs stronger safeguards for hub-and-spoke flight operations

Boarding pass improvements are among the measures being considered following the immigration lapse at Delhi airport

Special Ticket Inspection Campaign in Bhagalpur-Jamalpur Rail Section Nets 263 Offenders

A special ticket inspection in Maldas Bhagalpur-Jamalpur section resulted in fines for 263 passengers traveling without valid tickets. Special Ti