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Health Minister JP Nadda to Assess Flood-Affected Areas in Northeast India

New Delhi, August 4: Union Health and Family Welfare Minister Jagat Prakash Nadda will embark on a three-day visit to Northeast India from August

Hindustan Zinc Alloys Private Limited Earns Three Prestigious ISO Certifications, Reinforcing Quality and Trust

Udaipur : Hindustan Zinc Alloys Private Limited (HZAPL), a unit of Hindustan Zinc Limitedthe worlds largest integrated zinc producer and among th

Pure Devotion Begins with a Pure Mind, Says Narayan Seva Sansthan President Prashant Agrawal

Udaipur : During the Shiv Katha organised by Narayan Seva Sansthan in the holy month of Sawan, the institutions President Prashant Agrawal narrat

Hindustan Zincs HZAPL Plant Achieves Triple ISO Certification, Reinforcing Manufacturing Excellence and Customer Trust

ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 certifications validate globally benchmarked systems across quality, environment and workplace safety The miles

Auspicious Day for Worship on August 5

New Delhi, August 4: The Panchang holds significant importance in Hinduism, guiding individuals on auspicious timings for various activities such

August 5 Panchang: Auspicious Worship of Lord Ganesha and Goddess Mahalaxmi

New Delhi, August 4: The Panchang holds significant importance in Hinduism. Before undertaking any auspicious task, journey, investment, or worsh

Overnight downpour across Telangana sees Kamareddy record 182.8 mm rainfall, Hyderabads Saroornagar at 113 mm

In Hyderabad, the overnight downpour led to waterlogging in several parts of the city, particularly in the eastern and southern stretches

Udaipur Has Resolved to Defeat Cyber Crime: Mewar Bachao Manch Launches Public Awareness Campaign

Udaipur: Mewar Bachao Manch has launched its third public awareness campaign, Udaipur Has Resolved to Defeat Cyber Crime, which is receiving wide

Gunfire Erupts Over Gutkha Dispute in Greater Noida, Suspect Arrested

Greater Noida, August 4: A minor dispute over gutkha escalated into a violent confrontation in the Surajpur area of Gautam Buddh Nagar. A neighbo

Apple launches new legal challenge to UK attempt to access encrypted user data: Report

The report said Apple last month lodged a legal complaint at the Investigatory Powers Tribunal over the Interior Ministrys demand

U.P. plans helicopter flower showers for kanwariyas across seven western districts

The helicopter's total flying time on the first day will be six hours and 10 minutes; the total flying time on the second day will be three hours

Leaders Extend Birthday Wishes to Puducherry CM N. Rangasamy

New Delhi, August 4: Puducherry Chief Minister N. Rangasamy celebrates his birthday today. Born on August 4, 1950, he has received warm wishes fr

Pleasant Weather in Delhi-NCR as Rain Brings Relief; Yellow Alert Issued

New Delhi, August 4: The weather in the capital, Delhi, and the entire National Capital Region (NCR) has transformed significantly since Tuesday

Kerala HC approves appointment of Kandararu Brahmadathan as new Sabarimala Tantri

Leaders Extend Greetings for First Mangala Gauri Vrat Celebration

New Delhi, August 4: The first Mangala Gauri Vrat falls on the sixth day of the Krishna Paksha in the month of Shravan, which is celebrated on a

El Nio, tourism curbs dampen monsoon travel in Malnad Karnataka

Tourists visiting Agumbe, once known for receiving the highest rainfall in Karnataka, complain that there is little or no water in these places

A fraction late, a step ahead: Tanvi Sharma arrives in Taipei

Indian badminton has waited years for its next great identity after Saina and Sindhu. In Taipei, Tanvis timing and disguise offered the clearest

We are talking about opening Strait of Hormuz as soon as tomorrow: Donald Trump on status of Iran talks

U.S. President Donald Trump has said negotiations with Iran are progressing and claimed the Strait of Hormuz could reopen as soon as tomorrow.

TVK lodges complaint against Udhayanidhi with NCW

TVK urged the National Commission for Women to issue a notice seeking an explanation from Mr. Udhayanidhi and an unconditional public apology for

Watch: Why BJPs defeat in Bankipur could be a turning point in Bihar politics

4 August, 2026 Stock Market Updates: Sensex jumps 493 points, Nifty opens at 24,703 amid mixed global cues

Indian equity benchmark indices, the Sensex and Nifty, started today's trading session on a cautious note as global markets remain cautiously pos

Yes Please: Visa is Official Payment Partner for the Maroon 5 Asia 2027 Tour

Yes Please: Visa is Official Payment Partner for the Maroon 5 Asia 2027 Tour

Meta, Anthropic, Google, OpenAI to meet Trump officials about AI safety testing

Anthropic and OpenAI disclosed in recent days that their AI tools breached the systems of other companies, stirring concerns among U.S. lawmakers

Century Ply's 10-Year Cover: What You Need to Know

Century Ply is betting on its new 10-year Total Cover assurance program to drive premium growth by covering full furniture replacement costs and

Odisha Announces Rs 110 Crore Flood Relief Package

The package will provide immediate support for flood victims, including compensation for damaged houses, crop losses, and livestock deaths

Demand for Arrest of Abhijit Dipke Submitted to Delhi Police

New Delhi, August 4: A written complaint has been submitted to the DCP office of Delhi Police on Parliament Street, demanding the arrest of Abhij

US forces advised to hit Iran in 'creative' ways as Trump fires decapitation warning | Updates

US President Donald Trump on Monday said negotiations with Iran were continuing despite Tehran denying any ongoing talks, describing the current

Why has Parliament increased the number of Supreme Court judges? | Explained

This is the first increase in the courts strength since 2019, when Parliament raised the sanctioned strength from 31 to 34 judges

Mrinal Thakur Issues Warning to Deepfake Creators Over Misuse of Identity

Mumbai, August 4: Actress Mrinal Thakur has issued a stern warning to deepfake creators via social media. In her post, she demanded the removal o

'Radd, Jaach, Reform': Jharkhand students demand cancellation of TDPL-conducted exams

IMD issues fresh weather alerts across multiple states

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a red alert for Patiala in Punjab and orange warnings for several districts across multiple

India's Gen Z Is The World's Largest, Yet Its Electorate Isn't The Youngest

By the 2029 Lok Sabha election, Generation Z is projected to become the country's largest adult generation.

Afsana Khans Instagram Account Hacked: Fans Advised to Stay Cautious

Mumbai, August 4: Renowned singer Afsana Khan has reported that her official Instagram account has been hacked. The singer shared this alarming n

BCB chief visits BCCI centre

Dhaka, Aug 3: Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) president Tamim Iqbal visited the Board of Control for Cricket in Indias (BCCI) Centre of Excellence

Startup Founder Shares Employees Heartfelt Reactions To New Menstrual Leave Policy

Peeyush said he realised he had been focusing more on what the policy lacked than on what it already meant to the people it was designed to suppo

Astronomers prepare as SpaceX rocket stage nears moon strike

The rocket stage is currently expected to hit near Einstein crater on the moon on August 5 at 12:05 pm IST

Iran, Oman discuss temporary Hormuz shipping route

Iran said negotiations with Oman are centred on creating a temporary shipping corridor through the Strait of Hormuz to ensure safe maritime movem

Sampoorna Gita Parayanam: 10,000 devotees recite Bhagavad Gita together in Texas, USA

Chaos on NH-58 in Meerut as groups of Kanwariyas rain blows, lathis over dispute | VIDEO

A tense situation unfolded in Uttar Pradesh's Meerut after two groups of Kanwariyas clashed following a dispute after a road accident on Monday.

Prime Minister Modi Highlights the Power of Continuous Effort and Knowledge

New Delhi, August 4: Prime Minister Narendra Modi shared an inspiring message on the social media platform X on Tuesday. He stated, Continuous ef

Watch: OpenAI Faces Online Backlash Over Luxury Influencer Retreat In New York

Social media users and critics have slammed the company for alleged greenwashing, pointing out the sharp contrast between a nature-themed getaway

Kidney Stone Prevention Initiative Led by Himalaya Wellness Company Unites More Than 8,200 Doctors Across India, Earns Asia Book of Records Recognition

Nationwide doctor-led awareness drive on kidney stone prevention recognized for scale and reach, reinforcing the role of preventive healthcare in

Trump demands Iran strike deal or 'surrender'

US President Donald Trump accused Iran's leadership of being duplicitous and said nothing would pass through the Strait of Hormuz unless Tehran a

English Skills Emerging as a Critical Employability Benchmark in The Age of AI, Say Educators at Cambridge Conference

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Jamshedpur FCs India players appeal to owners to reconsider decision

JAMSHEDPUR, Aug 3: Jamshedpur FC players, including two senior India footballers, made an emotional appeal to club owners Tata Group to reconside

Trump, Iran clash over Hormuz talks

US President Donald Trump claimed the Strait of Hormuz could reopen literally by tomorrow and said Iran had a last chance to reach a deal. Howeve

Tragic Fire at Electronics Chip Manufacturing Plant Claims Lives of Two Firefighters

Greater Noida, August 4: A devastating fire broke out early Tuesday at ILGIM, an electronics chip manufacturing company located in the Ecotech-3

FSSAI bans old monk: Why did regulator stop sale of three variants of the popular Rum?

The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India has initiated action against certain alcoholic beverage makers. Manufacturers allegedly used ext

Vijay Govt Mulls White Paper on Temple Irregularities Under DMK Rule

He objected to the remarks against Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijays silence over the Cauvery water issue. He said there was no need to sort out th

'Pakistani mediators compromised, favour Iran at expense of US': Defence analyst General Jack Keane

Retired US General Jack Keane criticized Pakistan and Qatar as compromised mediators in Iran diplomacy. He stated both nations favor Tehran over

Cyclist Harshita Jakhar becomes first Indian woman to be part of Tour de France

PARIS, Aug 3: Young cyclist Harshita Jakhar rode into history books by becoming the first Indian woman to be a part of the Tour de France Femmes

Jewellery stock in focus as company allots shares to promoter, repays debt to 2 more consortium banks

Shares of Delhi-based PC Jeweller will be on investors' radar, as the company has shared key updates on its debt-clearing progress and capital st

Trump says US-Iran talks are underway

US President Donald Trump said negotiations with Iran are underway and described them as Tehran's last chance to reach an agreement. He said disc

In-form Tanvi, fit-again Srikanth headline Indian test in Korea

ASAN (South Korea), Aug 3: Newly-crowned Taipei Open champion Tanvi Sharma and a fit-again Kidambi Srikanth will look to continue Indias impressi

'Violations affect citizens directly': Maharashtra FDA chief Tukaram Mundhe on food crackdown

Greaves and Chase lead Windies to 239-5 on Day 1 of 2nd test against Pakistan

PORT OF SPAIN, Aug 3: Justin Greaves made a gritty half century in an unbroken partnership of 66 with Roston Chase to guide West Indies to 239-5

Sunlight as a Luxury: Why Natural Light Is the New Status Symbol

Discover why natural light, biophilic design, and passive cooling have replaced expensive materials as the ultimate markers of timeless luxury re

Fire breaks out at electronic chip unit in Noida, two firefighters killed, three injured

The firefighters were attempting to douse the blaze when a wall and an iron beam inside the factory suddenly collapsed, injuring five of them, th

Zelensky Sacks US Envoy Amid Push For More Patriot Missiles

Zelensky sacked Ukraine's US ambassador Olga Stefanishyna, as Kyiv lobbies Washington hard for more Patriot air defence missiles amid Russian str

BCCI plans to bring in three new pacers if India fail to qualify for WTC final

Jasprit Bumrahs constant battle with injuries has forced BCCI to build a new pace attack in Test cricket. The star pacer will remain the go-to op

Jyotiraditya Scindia Calls for Introspection After BJPs Setbacks in By-elections

New Delhi, August 4: Following the BJPs defeat in the Datiya by-election in Madhya Pradesh and the Bankipur by-election in Bihar, senior party le

Quote of the day by Ren Descartes: It is just as valuable to be censured by friends as it is splendid to be Sometimes the hardest truth is the one we need most

Quote of the day: Rene Descartes, the French philosopher, posited that constructive criticism from friends is invaluable. He maintained that auth

Tribal Youth Allege Assault by Forest Officer, Triggers Protest In Telangana Village

Tribal families protest in Telangana alleging assault by Forest Range Officer on youths.

Amnesty condemns crackdown in Rawalkot as CPJ raises alarm over journalist disappearances, communications blackout

Global watchdogs condemn escalating state violence and press restrictions in Rawalakot. Amnesty International and CPJ Asia demand an end to the c

Champions League Qualifiers Throw Up Big Clashes

Nyon, Aug 3: Norwegian champions Bod/Glimt have been handed a demanding route back to the UEFA Champions League after Mondays playoff draw paired

YSRC Leader Chintada, 20 Others Move HC for Interim Anticipatory Bail

In the petition, Chintada Ravi Kumar contended that the case was politically motivated and had been registered to target leaders and supporters o

Indian Railways Imposes Rs 5.13 Crore Fine For Poor Food Quality Over Three Years

Indian Railways fines service providers Rs 5.13 crore over three years for poor food quality complaints.

Sawmer, Rangdajied chase first win as Round 2 begins today

Shillong Premier League 2026 Shillong, Aug 3: Sawmer and Rangdajied United will be in action on Tuesday as the second round of the Shillong Premi

Tamil Nadu weather today (August 4): IMD forecasts rain, thunderstorms in Chennai, Madurai and other regions

Tamil Nadu rain today: Moderate rainfall is expected across several Tamil Nadu districts including Chennai on Tuesday. Thunderstorms with lightni

Gold Medallist Asmita Hopeful About Judo's Rise In India After CWG 2026 Success

Asmita clinched the women's -48kg gold medal after defeating Canada's Heidi Quach in a gripping Commonwealth Games final that was decided in Gold

Study links lower protein intake to longer life

A new review suggests that consuming less protein, particularly among sedentary adults, may improve long-term health and even extend lifespan. Re

19 new ministers sworn into Karnataka Cabinet

The Karnataka Cabinet, led by Chief Minister DK Shivakumar, was expanded with the induction of 19 new ministers. The swearing-in ceremony saw sev

WhatsApp puts multiple accounts under review, temporarily blocks access for users

Eight juveniles escape Mahasamund observation home

Eight juveniles aged between 14 and 17 escaped from a government-run observation home in Chhattisgarh's Mahasamund district in the early hours of

Fire breaks out at electronic chip unit in Noida, 2 firefighters killed, 3 injured

A massive fire erupted at an electronic chip manufacturing unit in Noida. Two firefighters tragically lost their lives while battling the intense

HC Reserves Verdict on Plea Alleging Norm Violations in Suspended CI's Interrogation

Opposing the plea, the government pleader submitted that the SIT was conducting the interrogation strictly in accordance with the High Courts dir

Rajya Sabha clears MSME Amendment Bill

The Rajya Sabha passed the Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises Development (Amendment) Bill, 2026, introducing measures to speed up dispute resol

3 Teens Arrested For Alleged Rape And Murder Of 15-Year-Old Girl In Assam

Police said the victim's private parts were mutilated and her body had severe injury marks indicating that she was tortured with different object

Akanksha Chaudhary Defends Ram Kapoor Amid Controversy Over Kissing Incident

Mumbai, August 4: Akanksha Chaudhary remains in the spotlight following her exit from the Netflix reality show Lock Up 2. Amid the controversy su

STF arrests suspected Jaish-e associate from Howrah

Aditya Singh alias Raj alias Raju, was apprehended from Belilious Road in neighbouring Howrah following leads obtained during the interrogation o

Mid-Day Opinion: Remember the AIs?

For ages, AI referred to the Anglo-Indians, unlike its present-day avatar. As World Anglo-Indian Day fell on August 2, this AI discusses the ster

Namo Bharat closes entry, exit at 17 stations till August 12 due to Kanwar Yatra; check list

If you are thinking of travelling on the Namo Bharat train in the coming daysduring the Kanwar Yatra, you may need to plan your journey in advanc

Kangana responds to trolls over partying videos

Actress unapologetically accepts her transition from a moderate Hindu to an awakened Hindu Actor-politician and BJP MP Kangana Ranaut has said sh

Konaseema Woman Returns Home From Kuwait After Collectors Intervention

M. Kanaka Durga, a resident of Thottaramudi village in Ainavilli mandal, had travelled to Kuwait in June 2026 for employment through an agent fro

Mid-Day Opinion: If outside food is to be hygienic, let FDA cook

This is a copout. The restaurants and other eating outlets were fully aware of their transgressions

This teen from Massachusetts has developed technology that turns footsteps or any movement into usable electricity

A young student has developed an energy-harvesting system called VERDA. This technology captures power from everyday movements for cleaner energy

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Ariana Grande to step back from spotlight amid health scrutiny Actor-musician Ariana Grande has announced that she is stepping out of the spotlig

Maharashtra issues order on safe food in schools

The order, issued by the Maharashtra Food Safety Commissioner, Tukaram Mundhe, directs that all food in schools should align with the dietary gui

25 States File Lawsuit Against Trump Administration Over Section 301 Tariffs

New York, August 4: A coalition of 25 states in the United States has filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration. According to court docume