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Every Voice Should Find an Opportunity To Be Heard in Parliament: PM Modi

If your logic and facts are strong, there is no need to raise your voice. Strong arguments and strong facts allow voices to be raised calmly yet

IICT Joins MIB to Boost AVGC-XR Ties with South Korea, Japan

The delegation also met the Agency for Cultural Affairs under the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT) to unders

South Korea Urges Citizens to Leave the Middle East Amid Rising Tensions

Seoul, July 20: In light of escalating tensions between the United States and Iran, South Korea has urged its citizens to leave Middle Eastern co

Tamil Nadu Today: Ammonia gas leak toll rises to nine

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FDA shuts bakery in Latur for using expired ingredients, selling unhygienic food

The FDA has ordered the immediate closure of a bakery in Maharashtra's Latur district after inspectors found expired ingredients, improperly stor

Rajya Sabha Chairman Radhakrishnan urges members to uphold House dignity

In his opening remarks at the start of the Monsoon Session, Radhakrishnan said that while differences of opinion are integral to parliamentary de

New mobile forensic labs to help police in testing drugs and suspected consumers in Dakshina Kannada district

The mobile laboratory will also be used for crime investigation

Seo In-guk and Park Ji-hyun interview: On See You At Work Tomorrow, and life at the K-Drama office

Seo In-guk and Park Ji-hyun, the leads of the romantic-comedy K-Drama See You At Work Tomorrow, talk to us about their characters and reveling in

I go with good grace and a smile on my face: Starmer says, making way for Burnham as U.K. PM

Mr. Starmer made history two years ago when he led the Labour Party which had suffered its worst defeat in decades in 2019 to one of the larges

Andy Burnham becomes Britain's 7th prime minister in a decade after Starmer resigns

Andy Burnham has officially become Britain's new prime minister today. He formally accepted an invitation from King Charles III to form a governm

Students of Morarji residential school in Bhadravati taluk get chicken for lunch after TH highlights deviation from prescribed menu

The school, run under the Social Welfare Department, had reportedly been denying non-vegetarian food to the children, though it was part of the o

NIA moves Delhi HC against bail granted to Khurram Parvez, Irfan Mehraj; Court agrees to hear today

It was alleged that Irfan Mehraj had worked as a researcher with the Jammu Kashmir Coalition of Civil Society until March 2022, while Khurram Par

JP Nadda holds talks with CJP leaders, appeals to end protest at Jantar Mantar

Union Health Minister JP Nadda held initial formal discussions with Cockroach Janta Party members. The protesters conveyed their demands, includi

Assam Floods: Government Intensifies Rescue Efforts Amid Rising Waters

Guwahati, July 20: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma stated on Monday that the state government is closely monitoring the flood situation

Opinion: Opinion | The '5-Piece' Set: China's Naval Air Power Is Growing Faster Than India Can Ignore

China is now the only state serially producing two distinct stealth fighter families simultaneously, with some estimates projecting that advanced

Countdown Begins for Bhogapuram International Airport Inauguration

The inauguration marks the culmination of one of India's most significant aviation infrastructure projects and heralds a new era of enhanced conn

CJP protest in Delhi: Party spokespersons meet Union Minister JP Nadda

Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) leaders Saurav Das and Ashutosh Ranka met Union Health Minister JP Nadda in New Delhi and submitted a memorandum over

Tamil Nadu Today: Speaker sends notices to four ex-MLAs

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Protests, Disruption Mar Opening Day Of Monsoon Session in Both Houses

As soon as the House met at 11 am, opposition members started raising slogans forcing Speaker Om Birla to adjourned the proceeding till 12 noon a

CJP Leaders Meet Union Minister JP Nadda, Submit Letter Of Demands

CJP spokesperson Saurav Das in a post on X said that he and another spokesperson, Ashutosh Ranka, met Union minister JP Nadda at his house for 10

Perspectives: Hyderabads State Gallery of Art showcases works of 50 contemporary artists

Curated by Satya Gannoju in collaboration with Appam Art Studio, the show explores identity, mythology and rural life

Amitabh Bachchan's Kaun Banega Crorepati From August 10

The eighteenth edition of Kaun Banega Crorepati, hosted by Amitabh Bachchan, is set to release on August 10.

Tamil Nadu Power Corporation Takes Strict Action Against Billing Errors Amid Rising Complaints

Chennai, July 20: Amid increasing complaints about exorbitant electricity bills, the Tamil Nadu Power Distribution Corporation Limited (TNPDC) ha

TAHDCO industrial sheds at Perundurai lying unused for over 25 years, says association

During the 1996-2001 DMK regime, 200 industrial sheds were constructed on about 100 acres at a cost of several crores of rupees to help members o

India says no proposal to offer long-term tax relief for domestic equity investors

India's finance ministry confirmed no plan to remove equity LTCG tax. This clarification follows recent tax easing for foreign investors in gover

Woman Kills Lover, Hides Body In Sack, Then Sends Landlord A Voice Note

Police said that the accused woman fled to Kolkata after the killing. Three special police teams have been sent to the city to track her down.

'Won't Back Down': CJP Protesters Defy Tear Gas, Baton Charge Over Demands

Many protesters said they had anticipated resistance but were determined to continue their demonstration.

Delhi Police deny assault claims during 'Chalo Sansad' protest

Delhi Police denied claims of assaulting protesters and Geetanjali Agmo. The police stated that allegations of injuries were untrue and misleadin

NEET Counselling 2026: Top Medical Colleges In Karnataka

Around 20 lakh candidates appeared for the NEET UG 2026 at 5,440 centres in 551 cities in India and 14 cities abroad.

SAD chief Sukhbir Singh Badal appears before SIT in 2015 Behbal Kalan police firing case

Shiromani Akali Dal chief Sukhbir Singh Badal was summoned by the SIT led by Deputy Inspector General Harjit Singh to appear before it at the Pun

What is Andy Burnham's policy approach for Britain?

Andy Burnham has taken on the role of Prime Minister of Britain, emphasizing a major shift in power dynamics through decentralization. Among his

Hyderabad's Growth Must Benefit Poor, Middle Class: Sridhar Babu

Hyderabad is the focal point of CURE Vision. Our objective is not only to develop Hyderabad into a global city but also to ensure that the benefi

Till I am playing, there will always be noise: Rohit Sharma

Rohit did admit that it was disappointing to lose the series after starting off with a win in Birmingham

Strengthening Ties: Moldova and India Share Common Values of Freedom and Respect

Chisinau, July 20: Amid rising global instability, the importance of India-Moldova relations was emphasized by President Maia Sandu on Monday. Sh

Japan's Do Reimon Box, the 'human refrigerator,' cools your body in just 5 minutes; here's why it's becoming the ultimate heatwave solution

Japan developed a walk-in cooling booth for outdoor workers facing extreme heat. This human refrigerator targets key body points for rapid coolin

Kerala Man Who Killed Neighbour, His Mother In 2025 Gets Death Sentence

The court convicted Chenthamara under Section 103(1) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita for murder and Section 126(2) for wrongful restraint.

Senior IPS officer and Tripura DGP found dead at police headquarters

The senior IPS officer was rushed to the Agartala Government Medical College and Govind Ballabh Pant Hospital, where doctors declared him brought

Psychology says people who never refill the water bottle after drinking may not be as inconsiderate as you think

Psychology says people who drink water from the refrigerator and never refill the bottles are not necessarily selfish, lazy, or inconsiderate. Wh

Indians worst hit as Canada cuts down on student intake

The steady climb of Indian students going to Canada since 2015, is now witnessing a quick reversal that is likely to worsen further by the end of

SC to Direct CBSE to Add Opt-Out Option in APAAR Consent Form

Top court says CBSE must implement the Orissa High Court's ruling nationwide, ensuring parents can refuse consent for the APAAR ID scheme.

At least 930 people have died in Congo's Ebola outbreak

Thirty-seven new deaths were recorded in the previous 24 hours in one of the highest single-day totals

Oil Palm Offers Farmers Stable Income: Bhatti

The Deputy Chief Minister said that Khammam is synonymous with agriculture and that farming is the primary livelihood for its people

Keir Starmer says his work is done as Andy Burnham prepares to take office as UK prime minister

On Monday, Andy Burnham will be inaugurated as the UKs new prime minister, replacing Keir Starmer, who resigned after two impactful years. Starme

SC Asks UP Govt to Consider SIT Probe Into Ram Temple Donation Case

Top court seeks Uttar Pradesh's response on entrusting the investigation to an SIT and cautions litigants against politicising the alleged donati

J&K Rain Fury: Death Toll Rises to 16 as Rescue Operations Hampered by Fresh Downpour

Six more people died in rain-related incidents across Jammu division on Monday, taking the death toll to 16 in two days. Rescue operations in flo

Indian Shooting Team Announced for ISSF World Cup

New Delhi, July 20: India has announced a 36-member shooting team for the ISSF World Cup (Rifle/Pistol/Shotgun). The competition will take place

Spain deserved World Cup win after neutralising Messi: Indian football legends

In a thrilling final, Spain triumphed over Argentina to seize the World Cup title, displaying unparalleled skill and precision. Legends from Indi

As Europe Hardens Its Line, A Quiet German Back Channel Reaches Russia

The latest meeting reportedly took place in Baku, Azerbaijan, where former German politicians met representatives linked to Russian President Vla

Post-mortem report of murdered man confirms multiple deep stab wounds

The report confirmed more than 40 wounds on the victims body which was recovered from a pool of blood on July 19

India approves first dengue vaccine for individuals aged 4 to 60 years

Takedas two-dose QDENGA vaccine, approved by the Drug Controller General of India, can be administered without prior dengue screening and is desi

Habitual Offender Detained Under Goonda Act, Shifted To Karwar Jail

According to the order, Madivalayya, a resident of Shivashakthi Nagar in Vijayapura, is a habitual offender involved in several cases relating to

9 Newly-Elected Members Take Oath In Rajya Sabha

The members who took the oath represent the states of Gujarat, Karnataka, Madhya Pradesh, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Rajasthan and West Bengal.

From Anna Hazare-led Lokpal agitation to Nirbhaya, CAA to CJP: Protests that rocked Delhi

CJP supporters marched towards Parliament, echoing past Delhi protests. Thousands of farmers marched towards central Delhi during their tractor r

Explainer: What is Bonalu, Telanganas Iconic Festival?

A vibrant festival of devotion to Goddess Mahakali, Bonalu reflects Telanganas rich cultural heritage, rituals and collective faith in Shakti

Bengaluru Officer Downloads Wedding Invite On WhatsApp, Loses Rs 10 Lakh

Upon checking the account, the officer discovered that Rs 9,96,659 had been withdrawn in these multiple transactions without authorisation.

Cotton: Indias White Gold Dominates Global Fiber Production

New Delhi, July 20: India holds the top position globally in cotton acreage and ranks second in production and consumption. In the fiscal year 20

Shubman Gill concerned with players reporting unfit after every two to three games

All-rounder Harshit Rana sustained a hamstring tear during the T20I series, ruling him out of the ODIs; In the second ODI, Washington Sundar comp

From Anna Hazare to CJP: Protests That Rocked Delhi

The CJP's Parliament march joins a long list of landmark protests that brought thousands to the streets of the national capital over the past 15

Delhi Police denies reports of CJP protesters entering NTA office

Delhi Police has dismissed as false and baseless social media claims that CJP protesters breached security and entered the NTA office in Okhla. T

CM Revanth to Visit Kodangal on July 21, 22

The CM will hold a meeting with local leaders and Booth Level Agents (BLAs) as part of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls on

Revanth Slams Police Action on Students Protesting NEET Paper Leak

Alleges use of force to silence youth; demands accountability and end to police brutality

Bhaktavatsalamstake on the destruction of documents relating to anti-Hindi agitation in Tamil Nadu

He said he was advised that papers on politicians against whom detention orders had been served need not be kept so that they would not be availa

Meenambal Sivaraj: a trailblazer for Dalit rightsand women empowerment

MeenambalSivarajwas born on December 12, 1904, in Rangoon, in a family that placed great importance on educationand service. One of her most sign

When a brutal regime points guns towards young Indians you know regime is anti-India: Aaditya Thackeray

Aaditya Thackeray labeled the current government as anti-India for its actions against protestors. He stated that police brutality against peacef

TheKumbakonamconnection of MGR, M.K.NambyarandM.S.Swaminathan

The families of the iconic film star and former Tamil Nadu Chief Minister, the distinguished constitutional lawyer, and the celebrated agricultur

The World Cup Is Over. Heres Where To Get Your Next Football Fix

Heres a guide to some of the biggest leagues in the world and how you can follow them to help solve even the most acute cases of World Cup with

Assam Flood Situation Worsen, Toll Rises To 5, Over 57,000 Affected

Army, IAF kept on standby, Indian Railways suspends operations in Simaluguri

The 1995 caste reprisals that scarred southern T.N. also touched Communist leader Nallakannus life

On December 3, 1995, Nallakannus 84-year-old father-in-law, A.K. Annasamy, was murdered by a gang while he was asleep at his house in Marudanvalv

Mexican drug kingpin Ismael 'El Mayo' Zambada to be sentenced in US to life in prison

Mexican drug kingpin Ismael El Mayo Zambada faces sentencing Monday for his role in the Sinaloa Cartel. He admitted to shipping millions of kilog

Kerala power crisis: Regulatory panel urges KSEB to improve electricity demand forecasts

Commission notes that any decision on power purchase based on incorrect demand and supply position is likely to result in operational challenges

Dolphin City: Chennais dolphinarium that shaped national debate on marine mammal captivity over 25 years ago

Hosting a dolphinarium in Chennai turned into controversy as all the three dolphins died, setting off one of the countrys earliest debates on the

When a 16-day strike by transport employees and a bus accident on Deepavali shook Tamil Nadu in 2001

In November 2001, transport corporation employees unions struck work demanding the Tamil Nadu government to increase annual bonus to 20%. During

'Where did your 56-inch chest go?' Kharge hits back at PM Modi's '56-year-old youth' jab

Abhijeet Dipke detained during Parliament protest, says CJP; Delhi Police denies

In a post on X, CJP spokesperson Saurav Das alleged that Dipke had been taken into police custody as demonstrations intensified on the opening da

ReassessingPeriyarE.V.Ramasamystake on Tamil, which he called a barbarian language

TheDravidarKazhagamfounder believed that Tamil lacked sufficient literature that would pave the way for human development and cultivation of scie

Indian Stock Market Closes in Red Amid Middle East Tensions; Sensex Falls Below 78,000

Mumbai, July 20: The Indian stock market closed in the red on Monday due to rising tensions in the Middle East. By the end of the trading session

J.SivashanmugamPillai: a tall leader of Tamil Nadu belonging to what was once known Depressed Classes

J.SivashanmugamPillaiwas the first Scheduled Caste member to become the Tamil Nadu Assembly Speaker in 1946.He was known for impartiality, with f

Udhagamandalamsown Charing Cross and its London disconnect

It has long been the entrance to Udhagamandalam, the headquarters of TheNilgirisdistrict.It shares its name with a junction in Westminster, Londo

Tear gas fired, protesters lathicharged: Videos capture chaotic scenes from CJP's 'sansad chalo' march

TVK govt. in Tamil Nadu faces a fiscal test in balancing populism and prudence

We can have a welfare State only if we work for it and step up production, said the then Chief Minister C. Rajagopalachari in June 1952

'Brutal Regime That Targets Young Indians Is Anti-India': Aaditya Thackeray

When a brutal regime points guns towards young Indians who are asking for a better education system, you know that the regime is anti- India, he

Indian Stock Market Closes in Red Amid Middle East Tensions

Mumbai, July 20: The Indian stock market closed in the red on Monday due to ongoing tensions in the Middle East. By the end of the trading sessio

Insult to Vande Mataram to be a criminal offence? Read what the Prevention of Insults to National Honour (Amendment) Bill says

The Union Cabinet had earlier approved the proposal to amend the 1971 Act before it was listed for introduction in Parliament.

Ram Mandir Donation theft Case: SC seeks SIT revamp, sets July 27 hearing

The Supreme Court has ordered the Uttar Pradesh government to restructure the SIT investigating financial discrepancies. A senior IPS officer wit

Prohibitory orders in Mumbai from July 23 to August 6; cops cite likelihood of public order disturbance

The order will not cover gatherings at courts, government offices and local bodies for official work, academic activities in schools, colleges an

How ordinary people of Tamil Nadu participated in the making of the Constitution

A resident of Kattunedungulam village of the Sivaganga district, sent a hand-written note with a demand that members of his community should have

A wildlife association that helped conserve the Nilgiris biodiversity

The NWEA came into existence in colonial India, when British colonists discovered a hunters paradise in the Nilgiris

M.G. Ramachandrans hospitalisation in the U.S. and homecoming after treatment

MGR was flown to America on November 6, 1984, on a chartered Air India flight and was admitted to the Downstate Medical Centre in Brooklyn, New Y

How Tamil Nadus two-language policy impacted the teachers of other languages in 1968

On January 23, 1968, the firstDMKgovernment, headed byC.N.Annadurai, adopted a resolution in the Madras Assembly scrapping the three-language for

Documents on anti-Hindi agitation wiped out on order by Tamil Nadus last Congress CM Bhaktavatsalam

On February 24, 1967, a day after the Assembly election results were declared, the outgoing Chief Minister M. Bhaktavatsalam wrote a note to the