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Special Station Festival Celebrated at Howrah Station with Cultural and Heritage Events

Kolkata, August 31: A special Station Festival was held on Monday at the renowned Howrah Railway Station, following directives from the Ministry

NIIF raises 19,000 crore for second infra fund

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West Bengal Police Detain Relatives of Fugitive Tulu Mandal in Birbhum

Kolkata, August 31: West Bengal police have detained three individuals, including relatives of the fugitive stone quarry owner Tulu Mandal, in Bi

Draft voter lists see over 6 crore deletions so far in SIR third phase

The third phase was carried out in 16 States and 3 Union Territories. Draft rolls of all these States have been published, except for Nagaland an

ONGC to spend 1 trillion on deepwater exploration, drill 87 wells

State-run explorer plans to drill 87 deep and ultra-deepwater wells over five years as it seeks to arrest declining domestic crude oil and natura

Beating the odds

The data from the expenditure side showed that private final consumption expenditure increased 7.1 per cent during the quarter, an improvement ov

GRT Jewellers to acquire 74.12% stake in 162-year-old TBZ for 1,034 cr

GRT will also launch an open offer for another 26 per cent in TBZ under Sebi regulations, as the jewellery retailer looks to expand its presence

Special RRT to become operational at Chinnakkanal within a week

Forest officials expect the dedicated RRT to help curb the rising number of human-wildlife conflict incidents across the belt

Railways making arrangements to transport rescued victims of Nepal floods

Railway Board coordinating with railway zones, district and State authorities and the Ministry of External Affairs to facilitate the safe movemen

IMD Forecasts Below-Average Rainfall Across India for September Amid Strong El Ni

New Delhi, August 31: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted below-average rainfall across the country for September, along with

Nepal flash floods: Toll hits 939 as 4,000 remain missing after ice collapse

Nepal flash floods Toll hits as remain missing after ice collapse

These sustainable houses built from waste cost under $300: 2 tonnes of discarded plastic can become a home in just 7 days

A Mexican entrepreneur is turning discarded plastic into affordable, sustainable homes that cost under $300. Each house uses around 2 tonnes of p

Delhi to Transform Flagged Factory Complex into Smart Industrial Hub

New Delhi, August 31: Delhis Industry Minister, Manjinder Singh Sirsa, held a review meeting on Monday with officials from relevant departments a

Tim Cook reportedly woke up at 3:45 a.m. every day and once worked at a paper mill. Then he took over Apple from Steve Jobs

Tim Cook concludes his fifteen-year tenure as Apple CEO today, August 31, 2026. He transformed Apple into a vastly larger and more profitable tec

India reaps reform benefits as growth withstands West Asia shock: CEA

CEA V Anantha Nageswaran says strong manufacturing, services and exports underscore India's economic resilience despite global uncertainty and en

P. Senthilnathan assumes charge as AMASI president

Indias 7.8% growth beats estimates, but experts point to red flags

Economists, analysts say Q1 growth was positive surprise; warn on inflation, weather uncertainties, geopolitical tensions

Three Kuki villagers killed in Manipur

They were gunned down along the same road in Kangpokpi district, where four Liangmai Naga civilians were killed on August 27

Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India eyes sustainable growth as 2W market expands

SC refuses plea seeking mandatory E20 ethanol disclosure

Zero civic sense: Indian womans Thiruvathira dance at Costco goes viral, sparks debate over culture and embarrassment

A video of an Indian woman practising Thiruvathira inside a Costco grocery store has sparked a debate over public behaviour and cultural expressi

Key posts at govt. medical institutions across T.N. vacant or held by personnel given additional-charge, say doctors

They say this is impeding administrative functioning and affecting timely decision-making relating to patient care

Porn app trap can hack phones, empty bank accounts: Govt issues cyber fraud alert

Porn app trap can hack phones empty bank accounts Govt issues cyber fraud alert

Historic Resolution Ends Long-Standing Water Dispute Between Bihar and Jharkhand

New Delhi, August 31: The long-standing water dispute between Bihar and Jharkhand regarding the Son River has finally been resolved after nearly

Keralam government reconstitutes GIDA general council

Goshree Islands Development Authority was initially set up in May 1994 to build the Goshree bridges linking the islands of Mulavukad, Vallarpadam

'No to EU talks': Iceland rejects accession proposal; Voters back EEA ties in key referendum

Kozhikode Mayor assures steps to prevent diversion of Central Market funds

The Corporation plans to convene a meeting next week to discuss the issue. The Mayor says steps are being taken to expedite the project and ensur

Messis 10 most iconic moments as Argentina legend retires from int'l football

Lionel Messi has decided to retire from international football at 39, marking the end of an extraordinary era for Argentina. After an impressive

Central Railway to opt for vetiver grass plantation to curb soil erosion in ghat sections

This will reduce instances of boulder and debris falling on the track, ensuring safe and punctual train operations during monsoon

Heavy Industries minister urges auto industry to create more jobs for youth

Union Minister H D Kumaraswamy on Monday urged India's automobile industry to play its part in job creation saying the challenge of providing emp

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Quote of the Day by Nicole Kidman: Nicole Kidmans quote, Its very easy to fall in love when things are great, but the way to really fall in love

Watch: Chennithala disagress with Keralam Islamic scholars opinion that women should stay at home

Candlelight vigil held in Hyderabad for 21-year-old nurse who was raped and murdered; nurses demand action against private hospital

Darshan Raval announces five-city The Love Letters India Tour, marks first major live return in three years; details inside

Indian pop titan and streaming powerhouse Darshan Raval is plotting a massive return to the road. Produced and promoted by leading live events pr

Modi tells Iran India backs peace efforts amid West Asia conflict

Modi tells Iran India backs peace efforts amid West Asia conflict

In 2015, California EPMT discovered Japanese knotweed along Lagunitas Creek. 2 years later, treatment cut knotweed by 93% on National Park Service land, a major gain now

Japanese knotweed can spread quietly along waterways, making an early discovery especially valuable. In 2015, Californias Early Detection and Mon

Chinas Social Logistics Value Sees 5% Growth in First Seven Months of 2026

Beijing, August 31: According to data released by the China Federation of Logistics and Purchasing, the total value of social logistics in China

SUCI(C) stages protest over suspension of social security pensions

The protesters take out a rally from Kala Bhavan Grounds to the Deputy Commissioners office in Dharwad

Watch:Modi Meets Iran PM Pezeshkian: what is at stake for India? | Above the Fold | Aug 31, 2026

PM Modi met Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian on the sidelines of the SCO summit, with the two leaders discussing bilateral ties and developmen

Maruti Suzuki to stay focused on small car segment; outlines 77,500 crore capex through FY31

For FY27, Maruti Suzuki plans to increase its capital expenditure by 40% to 14,000 crore, compared with 10,000 crore in FY26.

Nasha Mukt Abhiyan reaches 300 Odisha government schools across Central Range

The Nasha Mukt Abhiyan has reached around 300 government schools across seven districts under Odishas Central Range, with authorities intensifyin

Economy stable, El Nino clouds food inflation, farm output outlook: FinMin

Finance ministry says domestic demand remains resilient, but an intensifying El Nino and weather-related risks warrant caution on food inflation

Lucky draws for govt.s 7,630 affordable flats within ORR concludes

Political Tensions Rise After Kharges Rally Over Purification Controversy

New Delhi, August 31: Political tensions have escalated following Congress President Mallikarjun Kharges rally in Haldwani, Uttarakhand, which sp

TVK and DMKfight it out in the Assembly over 10 collected more for a liquor bottle

The collection of the additional sum is the result of years of underpaying shop workersand non-allocation of funds for upkeep ofTasmacshops, says

One-year-old girl dies after falling into water bucket in Chennai

Branches continue to play key role despite rise of digital banking: KVB MD Ramesh Babu

NSE Closing Auction Session turnover hits 39,718 crore on index rebalancing day

The session coincided with the MSCI August 2026 Index Review and marked the first major rebalancing since CAS was introduced

HC to hear appeal against order staying Kalyana Lakshmi, Shaadi Mubarak schemes

Tejashwi Yadav slams Bihar government over suspected hooch tragedy in Barh

Bihar Agriculture Minister Vijay Kumar Sinha visits the family members of the deceased at Barh, assures them of all possible help; Rashtriya Lok

Revanth calls for protests demanding KCRs resignation as LoP

HC to hear plea over IPS trainee potency test

After NEET-PG, power failure disrupts AIIMS CRE at same Jaipur centre; re-test on Sept 7

The exam was conducted to fill 1,484 Group B and Group C non-faculty posts

Power, defence and data centres set to drive capital goods order inflows

Strong private capex and government spending support the outlook, while commodity costs, West Asia disruptions and stretched valuations remain ke

Uzbekistans Honor to PM Modi Sparks Controversy: Sarita Agarwal Responds

Hyderabad, August 31: BJP leader Sarita Agarwal has raised questions regarding Prime Minister Narendra Modi receiving the highest civilian honor

Kerala Man Burnt To Death After Moving Car Catches Fire In Thiruvananthapuram

Police traced the vehicle through its registration details and reached out to Tituss family, who confirmed he had left his Kottayam home during t

Bharat Gaurav Award Honours Excellence, Service and Dedication to India

Unsung heroes and eminent leaders recognised for exceptional public service and national progress

Adani calls for wider lens in infrastructure ratings

Ratings carried consequences far beyond balance sheets and financial metrics, influencing whether infrastructure projects could attract capital a

Stakeholders seek extension of Kochi metro airport line to Angamaly

The Aluva-Angamaly NH 544 stretch, with numerous bottlenecks at junctions, is among the most congested of the NH stretches in Keralam

Idols made with eco-friendly materials gain ground ahead of Vinayaka Chaturthi festival

Veteran artisan S. Periyasami has been crafting what is known as the grand Bombay model of processional Ganesh idols using eco-friendly material

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Tata Advanced Systems, Javelin Joint Venture sign pact for co-production of anti-tank missiles in India

The agreement comes days after the Indian Army signed a Letter of Offer and Acceptance with the United States for the procurement of the Javelin

Amol Muzumdar Press Conference: Jemimahs Absence, Indias T20 Form & Pakistan Clash

India head coach Amol Muzumdar speaks about Jemimah Rodrigues absence, Indias recent T20I form, Asia Cup preparations, spinners and the Pakistan

Indias Uranium Hunt: Why Modi Is Locking In Global Nuclear Fuel Deals

India has locked in Uzbekistan as another long-term uranium supplier, weeks after operationalising a major nuclear fuel export agreement with Aus

Indus Waters Row: India Rejects Hague Courts Jurisdiction, Says Treaty Suspension Will Continue

India has firmly rejected the Permanent Court of Arbitrations latest position on the Indus Waters Treaty, saying the Hague-based body has no juri

Rajasthan Constable Arrested for Accepting Bribe of

Jaipur, August 31: In a significant operation, the Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) of Rajasthan has arrested a constable, Mohammad Nadeem Qureshi, f

Bhu Bharati resurvey aims to settle long pending land disputes, says Minister

PoKs newly-appointed Prime Minister and the Islamabad factor

The choice of Iftikhar Gilani has brought the question of electoral legitimacy back to the centre of the debate

News Analysis: Kanthapurams directive on curbs on women puts CPI(M) ties under strain

A Samastha circular asking mahals and madrasas to prevent women from sharing stage or public space with unrelated men during religious celebratio

Krishna Byre Gowda inspects solid waste management system

He directed officials to ensure proper door-to-door collection of segregated waste and instructed sanitation workers to collect waste kept outsid

25% of my familys money is invested in India: Sanlam Investments CEO Carl Roothman

After wealth management and AMC, Sanlam is in talks to invest in Way2Wealth Brokers to expand its broking footprint in India

Olee.space named DCPP for 70-crore government advanced photonics programme

The programme is significant because it could allow Olee.space to move beyond developing individual photonics applications and build a common pho

Anna Hazare admitted to ICU in Mumbai with severe viral infection, dehydration

Anna Hazare admitted to ICU in Mumbai with severe viral infection dehydration

Kareena avoids outfit question amid Kriti row, Meghna Gulzar says unfair to ask

Kareena avoids outfit question amid Kriti row Meghna Gulzar says unfair to ask

RBI's net short dollar position in forwards hits record $136.77 billion

RBI's net short dollar position rose from $103.33 billion at June-end as the central bank remained active in the forward market amid depreciation

The GOAT bows out: Messi retires from international football

New Delhi: Lionel Messi on Monday, August 31, announced his retirement from international football, bringing an end to a 20-year Argentina career

Adani calls for wider credit framework to assess infrastructure platforms

Adani said conventional credit models may not capture ecosystem multipliers, adjacency value and strategic resilience created by large integrated

The dreaded 'N' word is back again as Trump runs out of Iran options

Recent US and Iran military exchanges have revived discussions about a nuclear option. These attacks follow a period of relative calm and highlig

Milky Mist Q1FY27 PAT up almost 10x, revenue up 44% on summer demand

Company expects Panner to continue to be the its star product

Overseas drug links under Kerala Police scanner, says IG

Inspector General (IG) Putta Vimaladitya says investigators are examining suspected international supply chains, with Afghanistan, Oman, and Thai

West Bengal: Derek Skips Quiz By Cops, Gets Fresh Summons

Mr O'Brien was asked to appear at around 12 pm to face questioning in the case: Reports

Carney is our best friend?: Susan Collins takes on Trumps Canada tariff from Canadian border town

Makaibari unveils Collective model for Darjeeling's small tea growers

The Makaibari Collective will source organically grown tea from small farmer cooperatives, with profits shared among growers in proportion to the

Karwar-Ankola-Gokarna Chalo on Thursday

Seer calls for awareness rally for environment protection

Lionel Messi retires from Argentina national team at 39

Messi said the decision was painful but understood the time had come after giving everything for the national team jersey

Thailand police crack down on prostitution before USS Abraham Lincoln docks at Pattaya after 200 days at sea

The USS Abraham Lincoln is set to dock near Pattaya, Thailand, on Wednesday after more than 200 days at sea, bringing nearly 5,000 sailors and Ma