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Hope flows anew with revival of Andhras Veligonda project

Conceived as a long-term response to the nearly four-decade fight of the people against chronic drought, depleted water resources, and fluoride c

Heavy monsoon rains ahead in Hyderabad, IMD issues 7-day alert

Hyderabad: Heavy monsoon rains are expected in Hyderabad over the next seven days as the India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued an orange a

Asian Games 2026 Day 1: India Medal Tally Rises To Two As Elavenil Valarivan Wins Second Silver

Asian Games 2026 Day 1: India Medal Tally Rises To Two As Elavenil Valarivan Wins Second Silver The post Asian Games 2026 Day 1: India Medal Tall

Keralam minister K.M. Shaji faces controversy over use of loaned luxury car as official vehicle

Photographs of K.M. Shaji posing alongside the car, which flew the national flag from a staff mounted on the vehicles bonnet, recently went viral

FPIs turn cautious; withdraw 20,974 core from equities in September amid global uncertainty

The latest outflow comes after foreign investors returned to Indian equities in July and August, when they invested 20,200 crore and 29,630 crore

IMD: Monsoon exiting Rajasthan as Bay low awaits turn to intensify

A 15% rain deficit as on date leaves kharif yields exposed to a late-season gamble: showers from a deep depression could replenish soil moisture,

India vs Bangladesh: Smriti Mandhana Breaks T20I World Record, Shafali Verma Unleashes Carnage

India made a blistering start against Bangladesh in the womens cricket semi-final at the 2026 Asian Games, with openers Smriti Mandhana and Shafa

Connections and conversations: How effective curation creates impact for art exhibitions

In this photo essay, we showcase artistic highlights from the One | Many exhibition at the India Habitat Centre.

Watch: IAF chief A.P. Singh welcomes JASDF chief Gen Takehiro Morita in Jodhpur

IAF chief A P Singh welcomed JASDF chief Gen Takehiro Morita in Jodhpur as India-Japan air exercise Veer Guardian 2026 continues.

Thiruvananthapuram to host Social Entrepreneurship Conclave on Sept 30

KSUM aims to provide support for innovative ideas through funding, mentorship, market access, branding and other forms of assistance

Iran says UNGA participation is its

Tehran: Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei said that participation in the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly (UN

UGC Rollback Mahapanchayat in Delhi postponed after govt talks

New Delhi: The University Grants Commission (UGC) Rollback Savarna Mahapanchayat scheduled to be held at Delhis Jantar Mantar on Sunday, Septembe

Farewell to Bhubaneswar DCP Jagmohan Meena, Successor Announcement Soon

The Commissionerate Police Headquarters in Bhubaneswar bid farewell to Jagmohan Meena, Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP), on 19 September follo

Vaishnaw cautions industry on cyberattacks, threats to India's chip rise

India's growing semiconductor heft could be seen as a hreat by established interests in the global chip value chain, and the industry must guard

How to judge whether an AI answer to your question is trustworthy

AI-generated responses can be factual, interpretive, constructive or strategic, and each requires users to assess accuracy, context, purpose and

BioShanghai Week 2026 Opens -- Joining Forces to Build a Global Biopharmaceutical Innovation Ecosystem

BioShanghai Week 2026 Opens -- Joining Forces to Build a Global Biopharmaceutical Innovation Ecosystem

Rana Daggubati launches Hyderabad

Hyderabad: The City of Pearls has added another exciting destination to its growing list of attractions. Actor Rana Daggubati inaugurated Hyderab

WHCA Demands Restoration of Press Access After Trumps Media Ban

The WHCA calls for immediate restoration of press access following Trumps ban on CNN, Politico, and MS Now journalists, citing First Amendment vi

Aadhaar Biometric Authentication Mandatory For Subsidised Domestic LPG Refills From 1 October, 89.9 Per Cent Consumers Already Compliant

Elavenil, Sonam Win Silver as India Open Asian Games Medal Account in 10m Air Rifle

Elavenil, Sonam and Vidarsa secure Indias first medal as China set world record in shooting.

Be prepared for cyberattacks: Vaishnaw flags risks to Indias chip push

India's burgeoning semiconductor sector is viewed as a threat by established global chip industry interests, says Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw. He h

Hyderabad schools to get 13-day holidays for Dasara vacation 2026

Hyderabad: Schools in Hyderabad and other parts of Telangana will get 13-day holidays for Dasara vacation in 2026, according to the academic cale

Hyderabad: Beggar Fills Potholes Near KBR Park, Says Bikers Could Fall

The beggar said that bikers could fall due to the potholes and that filling them with sand and concrete could help prevent accidents.

FPIs withdraw 20,974 crore from equities in Sep amid global uncertainty

Foreign Portfolio Investors (FPIs) have turned cautious again, pulling out Rs 20,974 crore from Indian equities so far in September amid global u

3 Indian-origin researchers used Claude to breach OpenAI systems in 72 hours

Three Indian-origin cybersecurity researchers at Hacktron AI used Anthropics Claude models while investigating vulnerabilities that ultimately ga

Russian election, cast as test of support for Ukraine war, enters final day

Most anti-war candidates were barred from the ballot; those who did run from the liberal Yabloko party said they feared for their freedom after c

Russian election, cast as test of support for Ukraine war, enters final day

Most anti-war candidates were barred from the ballot; those who did run from the liberal Yabloko party said they feared for their freedom after c

Telangana forms new policy anticipating 65 LMT paddy in Kharif

Hyderabad: Gearing up for the Kharif season 2026-2027, the Telangana Civil Supplies Department has activated state-wide paddy procurement protoco

Bike rental platform Royal Brothers conducts women riding initiative in Kochi

Royal Brothers is currently present across four cities in Kerala

Does my child have Covid-19 or a cold? How to tell the difference

Respiratory infections can share similar symptoms, making them difficult to distinguish

Tragic Collision in Odisha Claims Lives of Truck Driver and Helper

A tragic accident in Khurda, Odisha, resulted in the deaths of a truck driver and helper after a collision with a trailer on National Highway 16.

Deepika Sehrawat Scores Record Eight As India Crush Uzbekistan 19-0 In Asian Games Opener

Deepika Sehrawat produced a record-breaking performance as the India womens hockey team began their 2026 Asian Games campaign with a commanding 1

Asiad 2026: India hockey teams' full schedule, squads, match timings

India's women face next Indonesia Sep 21, Thailand Sep 23, Japan Sep 25 and Singapore Sep 27; men meet Sri Lanka Sep 22, Korea Sep 24, Japan Sep

Iran conflict costs surge to $45.1 billion: Pentagon tells Congress

However, the Pentagon's estimate does not represent a complete accounting of the financial cost of the conflict

Trump once slammed China. Why is he now rolling out the red carpet for Xi?

When President Donald Trump first ran for office, he called out China as a menace to the US economy, saying it had gutted America's factories and

Tributes Pour In for Senior Journalist Payal Mehta Following Her Untimely Death

Leaders express grief over the passing of journalist Payal Mehta, highlighting her dedication and impact on journalism. Tributes Pour In for Seni

Mass drone barrage on Moscow kills two

The capital's Mayor Sergei Sobyanin said that more than 1,600 drones had been intercepted and shot down, 450 of which were aimed at Moscow

At least two dead, four injured after electrocution near Ganesh pandal in Mumbai

Six people suffered electrocution at a temporary drinking water stall in the Lalbaug area, and a 12-year-old girl is critically injured

Supertech insolvency: NCLAT raises concern over delay in appointing IRP, slippage on deadline

Concerns have been raised by the NCLAT regarding NBCC's significant delays in the construction of Supertech projects, while criticism mounts over

Cough syrups still being given to very young children; red warning for under-4s proposed

Asian Games 2026: Deepikas eight-goal blitz powers India to 19-0 hockey win over Uzbekistan

It was expected to be a one-sided affair and it turned out exactly that way as Uzbekistan defence had no answer to India's relentless attacks

Trumps Iran war bill hits $45.1 billion and counting

The Pentagon estimates the US conflict with Iran has cost $45.1 billion. This figure surpasses earlier Congressional Budget Office projections fo

Dubuque turns 67,000 recycled bottles into floating creek islands

US Issues Fresh Alert As Middle East Tensions Intensify

US embassies urge Americans to stay vigilant as Saudi-Houthi fighting threatens flights and regional travel.

Dilip Ghosh Claims BJPs Strong Support Ahead of By-elections in West Bengal

Dilip Ghosh asserts BJPs backing in upcoming by-elections, criticizing opposition for lack of candidates and coherence. Dilip Ghosh Claims BJPs S

Vijay Deverakonda Seeks Blessings of Balapur Ganesh

Videos from Vijays temple visits have gone viral on social media, with fans and devotees sharing glimpses of the actor seeking blessings during t

PM Modi Mimicry At Rahul Gandhi Event Sparks BJP Backlash

A fresh political controversy has erupted between the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and Congress after comedian Pulkit Mani impersonated Prime Min

'Party of comedians & jokers': PM Modi's mimicry at Rahul Gandhi's event draws BJP ire

Who is Suchika Tariyal? From self-defence to assuring India an Asian Games medal in MMA

Suchika Tariyal secured an Asian Games medal in MMA on Sunday. She advanced to the semifinals after defeating Mongolia's Altanchimeg Baigalmaa. H

Trump announces AI Force, plans to appoint AI Czar as he vows to keep US ahead of China

President Trump says that the administration would also seek to address harmful uses of AI through existing legal mechanisms

Israel president pardons soldier who killed wounded Palestinian

Jerusalem: Israels president Saturday, September 19, pardoned the combat medic who shot dead at close range a badly wounded Palestinian attacker

Mumbai: 8-yr-old, woman die of electrocution near Ganesh pandal

Mumbai: An eight-year-old girl and a woman were killed, while four others were injured after suffering electric shocks at a temporary drinking wa

UN General Assembly 2026: Trump returns to the world stage as Ukraine, Middle East wars and AI risks dominate agenda

The UN General Assembly takes center stage in New York this week, bringing together global leaders to debate pressing issues such as the Middle E

Kerala University Draft Code Draws Opposition Over Campus Politics Curbs

Proposed regulations include restrictions on protests, political recruitment, posters, fundraising and online campaigning; university says no rul

India rejects Trump's 100% tariff threat over Russian oil, vows to pursue independent energy policy

On September 19, 2026, India's Minister of State for External Affairs Kirti Vardhan Singh said India has an independent foreign policy and would

An extended andgreen Ganesh Chaturthi

An initiative to recycle clay Ganeshas started by Teynampet resident Malini Kalyanam has impacted many resident groups in Chennai and beyond. Und

World leaders meet at UN amid wars, AI risks, questions over relevance

World leaders gather in New York for the UN General Assembly with conflicts in West Asia and Ukraine, artificial intelligence risks and the futur

Delhi PWD Restarts Road Repairs, Sets December Deadline To Resurface 600 Km

News in Frames | In pursuit of salt and survival

Thousands of workers in Prakasams coastal mandals depend on salt production, enduring long hours in brine and intense heat; an extended dry seaso

Bigg Boss 20: Salman Khan Hits Back At Trolls After Katrina Kaif Faces Post-Pregnancy Body-Shaming

Salman Khan appeared to address the trolling faced by women over their appearance after pregnancy during the latest episode of Bigg Boss 20 Weeke

We need to balance business & livelihoods with public health,' says Maharashtra FDA chief Tukaram Mundhe

Maharashtra FDA commissioner Tukaram Mundhe says India must improve street-food hygiene without hurting vendors livelihoods. He backs designated

September 19 box office report: Hanuman Ansh, Mirzapur: The Movie continue strong run, Daayra, Vibe see growth

Bollywood actress Kareena Kapoor Khan's Daayra, Kunal Kemmu's Vibe and the Hollywood film Resident Evil were released on September 18. Apart from

NASA, Isro Look Forward To More Collaboration: Senior US Official

NASA Associate Administrator Amit Kshatriya hails Isro's capabilities in science and human spaceflight.

Good in people: A 6-year-old noticed her mother picking her up from school, helping dad and feeding the cat after she forgot to turn the TV back, then said something so kind that brought her to happy tears

Good in people: A 6-year-olds simple response to her mothers forgotten TV chore has touched thousands online, offering a tender reminder of how c

Three killed, one critically injured after speeding BMW crashes on Mumbai Coastal Road

The incident occurred at 5:20 a.m. when the luxury car was moving at a high speed from Marine Drive towards Haji Ali

Fired employee claims company paid $15,000 to walk away, then asks about missing $380,000, stuns HR

A viral X post claims a fired employee accepted a $15,000 payment after being asked not to contact company clients, then questioned management ab

Iran repression leaves

Tehran: Iranians are suffering as economic misery and internal repression leave no room for people to breathe after 1 years of wars, Irans most p

FMCG firms likely to hold prices through festive season amid cost pressures

FMCG companies are likely to hold prices through the festive season despite a rise in commodity prices, including sugar, and the impact of geopol

NMDC looks to hit 60 MT iron ore production mark this fiscal: Chairman

NMDC is working on strategies to achieve the 60 MT iron ore production mark this fiscal to meet growing demand from domestic steelmakers for the

Tragic Accident on Mumbai Coastal Road Claims Three Lives, One Seriously Injured

A luxury car crash on Mumbai Coastal Road results in three fatalities and one serious injury, prompting police investigation into the incident. T

RBI Removes Maharashtra Minister Babasaheb Patil From Latur Bank Board

Action follows complaint alleging eight directors breached the 10-year tenure limit for cooperative bank directors.

Indian Womens Hockey Team Dominates Uzbekistan 19-0 in Asian Games Opener

The Indian womens hockey team secured a stunning 19-0 victory over Uzbekistan, led by Deepikas eight goals in their Asian Games debut. Indian Wom

Who is Nila Vikhe Patil, Maharashtra-origin leader elected to Sweden Parliament?

Nila Vikhe Patil, from a prominent Indian political family, has been elected to Sweden's Parliament. She will represent the Green Party in the 34

Suchika Tariyal Makes History, Secures India

Suchika Tariyal defeats Mongolias Baigalmaa to secure Indias first-ever Asian Games MMA medal in Nagoya.

At 12, she was eve-teased: Suchika is now Indias first Asian Games MMA medallist

Eve-teased at 12, Suchika Tariyal took up judo for self-defence, beginning a journey through judo, Ju-Jitsu and MMA. At 36, the Rohtak fighter be

Two Killed, Four Injured In Electric Shock Incident Near Mumbai Ganesh Pandal

An eight-year-old girl and a 33-year-old woman died after an apparent short circuit at a temporary drinking water stall in Lalbaug.

Salman Khan Takes Off T-Shirt On Bigg Boss 20, Tells Trolls:

Salman Khan addressed the issue of social media trolling during the latest Weekend Ka Vaar episode of Bigg Boss 20, taking off his T-shirt and ch

3 dead, one critical in high-speed BMW crash on Mumbai Coastal Road

A high-speed BMW crash on Mumbai Coastal Road early Sunday morning resulted in three fatalities. The vehicle was traveling from Marine Drive towa

BJP Legislator Criticizes Rahul Gandhis Approach to Student Welfare

BJPs Ram Kadam criticizes Rahul Gandhi for his political tactics regarding student welfare, urging focus on policy and hard work. BJP Legislator

Three Killed as Speeding BMW Crashes on Coastal Road in Mumbai

All four occupants of the car were immediately rushed to the nearby civic-run Nair Hospital, where three of them were declared dead

J&K: Security tightened in Bhalesa as SOG intensifies search operations and patrolling

Security has been tightened in Bhalesa in Doda district following recent terror-related developments in the Doda-Udhampur belt. Exclusive visuals

Delhi Approves Rs 300 Crore E-Bus Charging Network At Seven Depots, Fleet Target Set At 14,000 By 2029

India open shooting campaign with silver in women's 10m air rifle team event

Elavenil Valarivan, Sonam Maskar and Vidarsa Vinod combined for a total of 1898.0 points to finish second behind China, who topped the standings

Iran lays down 7 conditions for talks with US, warns of decisive war if Trump rejects demands

Asian Games 2026: India open women's table tennis campaign with 3-0 win over Indonesia

India began their womens team table tennis campaign at the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games with a dominant 3-0 win over Indonesia in Group F. Sreeja Aku

Frances Naval Group, Nibe Sign MoU To Strengthen Indias Naval Shipbuilding And Maritime Technology Capabilities

Nagpurs Rs 998 Crore Indora-Dighori Flyover Opens, City Plans 15 More Flyovers For Future Growth

Huawei Grid-Interactive AIDC Solution: Shaping the New Paradigm of AI Infrastructure

Huawei Grid-Interactive AIDC Solution: Shaping the New Paradigm of AI Infrastructure

Asim Azhar grooves to rumoured girlfriend Hania

Islamabad: Pakistani singer Asim Azhar has once again grabbed attention over his rumoured romance with actress Hania Aamir. This time, it was his

September 21 Panchang: Auspicious Moments and Cautionary Periods for the Day

Discover the auspicious times and cautionary periods for September 21, 2026, according to the Hindu Panchang. September 21 Panchang: Auspicious M