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Haryana Expands Job Opportunities for Former Agniveers

Chandigarh, August 19: The Haryana government has significantly increased employment opportunities for former Agniveers. The government has intro

Mahant Raju Das Demands Permission for Ritual at Gyanvapi Amid Clean Chit for Trust Officials

New Delhi, August 19: Mahant Raju Das of Hanumangarhi in Ayodhya has requested permission to perform a ritual for Lord Shiva at the Gyanvapi comp

Bhujbal Dismisses Speculations on Fadnaviss Move to Central Politics

Mumbai, August 19: Amid discussions surrounding the BJPs new team and the ongoing Vande Mataram controversy, ministers Pankaja Munde and Chhagan

Kabul school blast wounds 42 children, revives fears in Hazara area

Kabul school blast wounds children revives fears in Hazara area

Live: US weighs troop pullback from Gulf following damage in Iran war, report says

Live US weighs troop pullback from Gulf following damage in Iran war report says

West Bengal Minister Accuses TMC of Corruption in Tea Gardens

Kolkata, August 19: West Bengals Tourism Minister Shankar Ghosh has recently alleged that during the Trinamool Congress (TMC) regime, numerous te

Gunmen Attack Community in Central Nigeria, Leaving Nearly 30 Dead

Abuja, August 19: A group of armed assailants attacked a community in Plateau State, Central Nigeria, resulting in the deaths of nearly 30 people

RJD MP Sanjay Yadav demands transparent judge appointments in Parliament

RJD MP Sanjay Yadav demands transparent judge appointments in Parliament

Odisha Governor Urges Corporates to Go Beyond Compliance in CSR Efforts

Bhubaneswar, August 19: Odisha Governor Hari Babu Kambhampati urged corporate leaders on Tuesday to think beyond mere legal compliance and view C

BJP puts Vinod Tawde, who played role in Bihar win, in charge of UP

The BJP has designated Vinod Tawde as its new state in-charge for Uttar Pradesh, while Satish Poonia takes the helm in Punjab. Additionally, Taru

I left my railway job for this: JSSC CGL aspirant on sudden job loss

I left my railway job for this JSSC CGL aspirant on sudden job loss

India Expresses Condolences Over Earthquake Deaths in Indonesia, Offers Assistance

New Delhi, August 19: The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) expressed deep sorrow on Tuesday over the devastating earthquake in Indonesia that r

MVD cracks down on illegal taxis, slaps penalty of 1.47 lakh in Keralams Kochi

A total of four squads deployed in Angamaly, Aluva, Perumbavoor, and Kalady to book such vehicles operating without taxi permit and for other tra

Central Delhi Kings Secure Eighth Victory with 30-Run Win Over East Delhi Riders

New Delhi, August 18: In the Delhi Premier League (DPL) 2026, the Central Delhi Kings triumphed over the East Delhi Riders by 30 runs on Tuesday.

10-Metre crater opens up on 36,000-crore Ganga Expressway

Metre crater opens up on crore Ganga Expressway

8 days, 22 attacks: BLA claims 26 Pakistani personnel killed across Balochistan

days attacks BLA claims Pakistani personnel killed across Balochistan

BJP Youth Front Intensifies Movement Demanding Dissolution of Kerala PSC Governing Body

Thiruvananthapuram, August 19: The BJP Youth Front has escalated its campaign against the Kerala Public Service Commission (PSC), demanding the d

Goa moves SC, seeks life imprisonment for Tejpal for sex assault

In a significant move, the Goa government has approached the Supreme Court, requesting a harsher sentence for Tarun Tejpal in a sexual assault ca

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TVK MLA Thahira says her party-coloured attire is 'a mark of loyalty'

TVK MLA Thahira says her partycoloured attire is a mark of loyalty

Gujarat Police Chief Urges Reduction in Emergency Response Time for 112 Service

Gandhinagar, August 19: The Director General of Police (DGP) of Gujarat, Gyanendra Singh Malik, has instructed senior police officials across the

Drinking Water, Irrigation Needs-Govt Gears Up For Balancing Act

The Telangana government is balancing drinking-water needs and irrigation demands amid uncertain rainfall and reservoir inflows during the El Nio

57-year-old patient dies 2 days after rape in Haryana hospital

SC rejects plea to replace hanging as execution mode

India Seeks Positive and Constructive Relations with Bangladesh, Says Ministry of External Affairs

New Delhi, August 19: The Indian Ministry of External Affairs reiterated its commitment to maintaining constructive relations with Bangladesh bas

NIFT Jodhpur Emerges As A Leading Hub For Fashion, Design And Innovation

NIFT Jodhpur is expanding its footprint in fashion and design through innovation, traditional crafts, industry projects and international opportu

BRS Protests in Adilabad, Ichoda for Continuing Shadi Mubarak, Kalyana Lakshmi

Former minister Jogu Ramanna accuses Telangana government of using a court order as a pretext

16-year-old who lived in a pond airlifted to Mumbai by Anant Ambani

yearold who lived in a pond airlifted to Mumbai by Anant Ambani

Odisha announces 1,000-crore aid for flood-hit areas

Nearly 9.40lakh people affected in six districts; over 3.70 lakh evacuated to safer locations;CM saysadditionalfunds will be released after detai

EPFO Campaign For Employees Left Out Of Coverage

As a major compliance facilitation, where the employees share of EPF contribution was not deducted from the wages, it stands waived.

Tamil Nadu plans ferry service, elevated coastal road from Chennai to Puducherry

Tamil Nadu plans ferry service elevated coastal road from Chennai to Puducherry

Controversy Surrounds Vande Mataram as BJP Leaders Criticize Congress

New Delhi, August 19: The political landscape has intensified following the Congress partys alleged disrespect towards the national song, Vande M

Massachusetts woman gets six years for Capitol firebomb threat to Scott Bessent

Massachusetts woman gets six years for Capitol firebomb threat to Scott Bessent

A vision for an inclusive Bangladesh

Under Prime Minister Tarique Rahman, Bangladeshs democratic journey seeks inclusion, equality, dignity, and accountable governance

DC Edit | Can New-look BJP Hear Gen Z?

Under its 45-year-old president Nitin Nabin, the BJP has attempted to balance continuity with a clear infusion of younger leadership. The reshuff

40 crore Smart City Road sinks during water line testing in Indore

crore Smart City Road sinks during water line testing in Indore

Auto Driver Held For Murder Threat To College Girl

The girl living in Koyambedu is a first-year student of a college. She filed a complaint in Koyambedu police station that an auto driver Balaji l

Time to push back: On India and the continuing U.S. pressure

The U.S. has been emboldened to make increasing demands on India

Education Minister Reviews NTA Operations, Calls for Infrastructure Improvements

New Delhi, August 19: Central Education Minister Prakash Joshi held a meeting on Tuesday to review the operations of the National Testing Agency

Thane event plays Lata Mangeshkar's version of Vande Mataram, not original

Thane event plays Lata Mangeshkars version of Vande Mataram not original

State Sailors Paint a Pretty Picture at Cadet World Championships

Competing against 65 boats from 11 top sailing nations, including the UK, Australia, the Netherlands and Germany, the young Indian squad delivere

Use of EVs going up steadily: Consumption at public chargers rises by 72%

Beyond America: On the Arab states, their security needs

Arab states can no longer depend on the U.S. for security needs

Last-minute form submissions, missing BLO details, conflicting info leave Delhi voters in limbo

AP Quartz Industry To Suffer Major Blow as US Imposes Safeguard Duty

2550% safeguard duty from August 15 may hit quartz exports from Nellore, Kadapa and other districts

Delhi HC allows JNU to continue admissions based on deprivation points

NTTM Unveils Field Emission Scanning Electron Microscope

The team included ministrys under secretary Bhaskar Kalra, NTTM section officer Shubham Narwal and PWC / NTTM consultant Arushi Sethi.

APDC Join Hands With SRM University-AP To Boost Drone Technology

APDC and SRM University-AP have signed an MoU to strengthen drone technology through skill development, research, innovation and field applicatio

Yash, Vignesh, Sayeed, Sharath Top Performers in Cricket League

Vignesh struck 140 from 133 balls

Every day, 50,000 litres of polluted water flow from South Africa's Stiebeuel River into natural filter beds, where stones, sand and biochar clean it in 5 days, removing 99% of harmful bacteria and creating water for irrigation

Researchers in South Africa are using a nature-based filtration system to treat polluted water from the Stiebeuel River in Franschhoek. At the Wa

Cybersecurity Essential for Business Success, Says Maharashtra Cyber ADG

New Delhi, August 19: Maharashtra Cyber ADG Yashasvi Yadav spoke to the media about India-U.S. cyber cooperation. He highlighted the benefits for

Delhi Lakshmi Yojana: govt. to issue letters to beneficiaries from August 27, release funds from Sept. 1

Delhi Lakshmi Yojana: govt. to issue letters to beneficiaries from August 27, release funds from Sept. 1

In 1742, a Swedish astronomer proposed the centigrade temperature scale simplifying global scientific communication, weather tracking and metric alignment: How Anders Celsius invention changed the world?

In 1742, a Swedish astronomer proposed the centigrade temperature scale simplifying global scientific communication, weather tracking and metric

80% of Delhi unplanned, fire preparedness average: Chief Fire Officer

80% of Delhi unplanned, fire preparedness average: Chief Fire Officer

Iran losing grip on Hormuz? Over 80% of ships bypass waterway, tracking firm says

Iran losing grip on Hormuz? Over 80% of ships bypass waterway, tracking firm says

Delhi ACB arrests Satyendar Jain, five others over STP tender irregularities

How long will this BJP dictatorship continue? They imprison whomever they please by levelling false allegations, says AAP chief Kejriwal

Widening of road linking Uttarahalli-Mysuru Road to be completed soon: Krishna Byre Gowda

Record Voter Turnout Achieved Across Several States, Says Election Commission

New Delhi, August 19: The Election Commission of India (ECI) has reported a significant increase in voter turnout, attributing this rise to initi

Mosquito Menace Rises As Hyacinth Heaps Await Disposal At Saroornagar Lake

**Short Blurb:** Cleared water hyacinth piles up at Saroornagar Lake, with residents reporting rising mosquito menace and foul smell.

5 zodiac signs could experience a major turning point on August 19, 2026, as Angel Number Day 8/19 brings themes of endings, new beginnings, recognition and opportunity

On August 19, 2026, five zodiac signs stand on the brink of transformative change. Scorpio, Gemini, Leo, Aries, and Sagittarius will resonate wit

Chinese proverb of the day: If you ignore the dragon, it will eat you. If you try to confront the dragon, it will overpower you. If you ride the dragon, you will take advantage of its might and power a lesson on why understanding, adapting to and using the strength of a major challenge can be wiser than ignoring it or confronting it head-on

Life presents powerful challenges which require understanding and adaptation. Ignoring problems often makes them more difficult to manage effecti

India reiterates two-state support during Palestine talks amid Gaza concern

India reiterates twostate support during Palestine talks amid Gaza concern

The big BIT reset: Why India is rethinking its investment treaty model

Recent treaties with the UAE and Israel point to shorter arbitration timelines and broader investment protection, even as India retains regulator

DC Edit | Youth Power Triumphs, In Ranchi As At Jantar Mantar

A movement that amalgamated around a march to Parliament may not end with Jantar Mantar and Jharkhand. Both protests, which ran in the face of go

NTR Health Varsity Reopens MBBS, BDS Registration Portal

The portal will remain open from 4 pm on August 18 to 3 pm on August 19, with a late fee of Rs 20,000.

New York-based Warner Music Group plans to set up a world-class music tech organisation in Bengaluru

11th Century Telugu-Kannada Inscription Found at Dundigal

Several marturu of land had been donated by the Mandalesvara for the purpose.

Gujarat Officials Arrested for Accepting Bribe of

Bharuch, August 19: The Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) in Gujarat has arrested two officials from the Food and Drug Department for accepting a brib

Karnataka forms sub-committee to vet revised minimum wages

Purification row: Congress terms BJP anti-Dalit for not halting protest to adopt resolution

BJP is indirectly supporting the purification episode by not facilitating debate on the proposal for an unanimous resolution condemning the event

AP Chambers Seeks Integrated Freight System to Boost Rail Share

AP Chambers said rails modal share should be improved through reliable transit times, transparent pricing, digital tracking, flexible services an

Future City Police Review Pending Cases, Crime Investigation

Future City police commissioner Tarun Joshi reviewed pending and serious crime cases, directing officials to improve conviction rates, strengthen

Placing Aluminum foil on damp walls: How this simple home trick works to check moisture, its benefits and the right way to use it

An easy aluminum foil technique allows you to monitor wall moisture levels. Affix the foil securely to the wall, ensuring the edges are tightly s

More inclusion of SC/ST members in cooperative sector demanded

Kutiyattam festival to begin on August 19

Four Police Officers Arrested for Alleged Bribery in Ayodhya

Jaipur, August 19: In a significant operation, the Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) has arrested four police officers from the Cyber Crime Police Sta

Intex Partners with Sri Lanka Cricket as National Team Sponsor for India Tour of Sri Lanka 2026

New Delhi [India], August 18: Intex Technologies, one of India's leading consumer electronics brands, has announced its association as the Nation

Kharge's Vande Mataram dare to BJP: Slap case on Gandhi, Nehru

Education must change to account for AI

A future we cannot predict cannot be prepared for by adding ever more material to the curriculum. We should instead give undergraduates the time

25-Year-Old Trainee Deputy Tahsildar Found Dead in Mahbubabad; Municipal Staff Booked for Abetment

The victim's mother, in a complaint filed with police, accused a municipal employee of being responsible for her daughter's death over a suspecte

Telangana Schools Over 42,000 Schools To Roll Out Disability Screening, Green Ratings

Teachers to complete PRASHAST training by August 31; schools have until September 30 for SHVR

A Massachusetts turtle vanished for 10 years after its 2011 release, then returned as an adult to the same wild habitat; 15 years later, two of its captive-raised offspring were released there to continue the story

A Blandings turtle vanished into the wild for more than a decade. Ivy was released in Massachusetts in 2011 after being raised at Stone Zoo. Rese

Lakshya Sen credits tactics for comeback win over Filimon at Worlds

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Assam hosts Swasthya Chintan Shivir 2026 to advance healthcare roadmap

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JK notifies Land Pooling Policy 2026 to drive planned urban dev

Policy aims to consolidate land through voluntary participation, with 40% earmarked for city-level infrastructure Jammu Tawi, August 18: The Jamm

Trump Insists on Control Over Hormuz Strait, Declares New American Territory

New York, August 19: President Donald Trump has unveiled his plans for controlling the Hormuz Strait, a crucial global energy supply route. He sh

SC likely to quash FIRs against student protesters, exempts those with serious criminal records

The Supreme Court on Tuesday indicated it may quash FIRs against student protesters involved in last months nationwide agitations over examinatio

Student protests: Delhi Police affidavit in Supreme Court is rich with numbers, but quiet on fixing accountability

The affidavit says over 240 police personnel, including women officers, were injured in the violence on July 20; around 218 protestors were injur