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Symbiotec Pharmalab raises Rs 526 cr from anchor investors; IPO opens on Aug 24

The anchor placement attracted mutual funds, insurers and foreign investors, setting the stage for the pharmaceutical companys public market debu

The story of India through its art, culture and traditions

An evening celebrating Indias rich artistic, cultural, and historical heritage. That, in a nutshell, was the launch of Indian Art and Culture: A

Revenue Reforms Take Centre Stage as Odisha Honours Top Performer

The Odisha Revenue Department today held a high-level senior officers meeting that placed strong emphasis on accelerating land reforms, deliverin

Photography Workshop

The three-day state-level photography workshop Kala O Camera 2026, organised by the Odisha Lalit Kala Akademi under the patronage of the Departme

China says U.S. 'sanctions and pressure' on Iran not a solution

The United States has vowed it would collapse the Iranian regime with its threatened campaign

Over 1 Lakh Farmers Register in Just One Day for Odisha

In a remarkable display of farmer enthusiasm, more than one lakh cultivators across Odisha registered themselves in a single day for the Kharif p

Indian payments firms raised $5.8 bn in last five years

Five biggest recipients CRED and PhonePe, with roughly $1 billion each, Pine Labs with $641 million, Razorpay with $535 million and BharatPe wit

Govt notifies mobile phone manufacturing scheme; extra incentives for Indian brands

The scheme was approved by the Union Cabinet last month and builds on the PLI Scheme for Large Scale Electronics Manufacturing which ran from 202

CBI seeks sanction for prosecution against Minister B. Nagendra

One carried Gopichand's surname, the other a family: Together they silenced doubters

One carried Gopichands surname the other a family Together they silenced doubters

Odisha Governor Urges Alumni to Mentor Youth and Drive University Growth

Odisha Governor Dr. Hari Babu Kambhampati on Friday called upon the alumni of Utkal University to take a more active role in guiding students, fo

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Data centres should account for water, power demands

Bihar Ministers remark on impact of sugar price rise invites criticism

Due to increasing cases of diabetic patients, people are not taking sweets. Everyone is suffering from diabetes. I dont think the price rise of s

Telangana High Court to deliver verdict on disqualification petitions against MLA Danam Nagender on September 16

For digging borewells in Sirumalai, clearance by Mines Dept. mandatory, farmers told

Central corporation rolls out GPS tracking for 138 garbage auto-tippers

Odisha Man Beheads Stranger in

In a chilling case that has stunned Balangir district in Odisha, police have unravelled a gruesome human sacrifice. Satrughan Sahu of Bagadagaon

Imran Khan tortured, isolated in jail: sister

Jailed former Prime Minister Imran Khans sister on Friday (August 21) alleged that her brother was being tortured and subjected to isolation in p

Bank of Baroda raises $400 million through 5-year senior unsecured notes

The fundraising expands Bank of Barodas overseas debt portfolio, following a similar $300-million issue earlier, under its broader medium-term pr

Ponguleti asks officials to expedite land resurvey

Karnataka: Cabinet again recommends suspension of Karnataka Public Service Commission chairperson

Sources said that the Governor had earlier suspended Mr. Sahukar and then sent the decision to be ratified by the Cabinet, which cleared it. Howe

Kundapur government hospital surgeon assaults journalist, suspended

My confidence has increased after the CWG bronze, says Yashvir Singh

APs AI-Led Gst Model Wins Praise at NCM Meet

A four-source data integration layer, 19 automated analytical reports, and a 35-parameter risk matrix now classify cases before they reach office

Kolkata High Court Sets Conditions for Teachers Involvement in Census Work

Kolkata, August 21: The Kolkata High Courts single-judge bench has established several conditions for the involvement of teachers from government

Watch: Amit Shah blocked FIR: Rahul Gandhi after cops file pellet case | Above the Fold | 21.08.2026

Rahul Gandhis dharna over alleged pellet-gun injuries, a Tamil Nadu Assembly showdown, and the CBSE OSM row are among the top stories in todays A

IRDAI bars life insurers Pramerica, Edelweiss from opening new branches for 6 months

The insurers were warned for their failure to remain within the prescribed EoM limits

ABVP launches indefinite protest on Pondicherry University campus

UK food agency warns against runny eggs amid salmonella outbreak; these people should avoid mayonnaise, souffl and hollandaise sauce too

In light of a concerning salmonella outbreak affecting over 200 people in the UK, vulnerable populations are urged to steer clear of undercooked

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Students body supports demonstrations against polytechnic merger with SHAKTI

Bengaluru Airport: Aera Slashes User Development Fee to Rs 300 for Domestic Passengers

Previously, the User Development Fee (UDF) was recovered from the flyers before project completion.

Revenue Secretary Pushes for Fast-Track Land Acquisition to Unlock Talcher-Bimalagarh Rail Project

In a decisive push to complete one of Odishas longest-pending railway projects, Additional Chief Secretary of the Revenue and Disaster Management

Systems Failure LED to Protests at Jantar Mantar, Says RSS Secretary

C.R. Mukunda calls for constructive efforts to address concerns over NEET and other issues

TGIIC auction fetches 264 crore per acre in Raidurg

Haveri: Desecration Of Place Of Worship In Shiggaon Sparks Row

The incident occurred at around 9.55 pm on August 20 at the place of worship near the tempo stand in Shiggaon: Police

PNGRB authorises about 1,800 km LPG pipeline infra with 7,000 crore capital investment

Cumulatively, the pipelines are expected to increase the countrys LPG pipeline network by about 24%

Rangasamy draws flak for not attending Southern Zonal Council meeting

Two men arrested in Coimbatore for possession of 2,100 prescription tablets

No reason to comment on Pakistan's frustration: MEA on Islamabad summoning US Charge d'Affaires in Islamabad

India on Friday dismissed Pakistans objection to US Ambassador to India Sergio Gors remarks that Jammu and Kashmir is an integral part of India,

PNGRB authorises 1,800 km of new LPG pipelines with 7,000 crore investment

This will expand the common carrier pipeline network to roughly 9,500 km

Michael Jordan was left off a high school team. The snub fuelled six NBA titles

Michael Jordan was left off a high school team The snub fuelled six NBA titles

CBI arrests accused absconding for 23 years in Rs 9 lakh fraud case

CBI arrests accused absconding for years in Rs lakh fraud case

Kandla Green Hydrogen Conclave 2026: A Step Towards Sustainable Energy

Gandhidham, August 21: The Deendayal Port Authority (DPA) hosted the Kandla Green Hydrogen Conclave 2026 at its administrative office in Gandhidh

Sustained efforts to bring Mangaluru under SWR bear fruit, says Capt. Chowta

The MP says the decision will help Mangaluru move forward with greater administrative clarity and a stronger focus on railway development

BRS blames Congress Govt. for AP diverting huge Krishna water

Retail F&O gets younger as trading outpaces equity wealth

Under-40 traders account for 78 per cent of individual F&O participants, but 30-something traders bear the bulk of losses

Panchayat Secretary caught taking Rs 13K bribe in Mancherial

Hyderabad: The Telangana Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) caught a Panchayat Secretary while allegedly accepting a bribe on Friday, August 21. The ac

Mob Attack on Youth at Bhubaneswar Station Goes Viral: GRP Opens Probe

A disturbing video showing a group of people assaulting a young man on Platform 1 of Bhubaneswar Railway Station has gone viral, triggering wides

'World looking at India as bright spot of hope': PM Modi at ET World Leaders Forum

Natco Pharmas Vizag FDF unit gets 4 U.S. FDA observations

You need to suffer: Bombay HC refuses relief to Thane eatery serving fake paneer

You need to suffer Bombay HC refuses relief to Thane eatery serving fake paneer

Elephants Destroy Crops in Komarada of Manyam; Farmers Demand Compensation

The kumkis help control wild elephant movements and reduce crop losses.

Indias power electronics sector surging amid EV and renewable energy innovations

In 2023, the JOIDES Resolution drilled 4,160 feet beneath the Atlantic seafloor at Atlantis Massif. 3 years later, scientists found water carrying a 572F chemical memory, revealing a possible pathway feeding Lost Citys deep-sea ecosystem

The discovery beneath Atlantis Massif reveals how Earths geology, water and deep-sea life are interconnected. The 4,160-foot drilling operation d

Aadhav Arjuna clarifies the Tamil Nadu governments stand on delimitation

We demand a measure similar to the special lawAtal Bihari Vajpayee brought in to freeze the number of seats in Parliament for 25 years, says the

Residents Oppose HYDRAA Works Near Sunnam Cheruvu

Residents of Guttala Begumpet have opposed HYDRAA works near Sunnam Cheruvu, citing a pending High Court case and a status quo order over the lan

Crypto investor sentiment remains damp despite uptick in Bitcoin pricing

Investors in the 1825 year age group recorded the highest selling activity in Q2, as per data collacted by CoinSwitch

Kitchen cabinet cleaning tips? Try these easy home hacks to remove stubborn grease, dust, food stains and sticky residue for a spotless kitchen

Keeping your kitchen cabinets clean is essential for both aesthetics and longevity. To achieve this, combine mild dish soap with warm water to cl

Weaver found dead

Weaver found dead

Chance for Indian athletes to fine-tune preparation ahead of Asian Games

Chance for Indian athletes to fine-tune preparation ahead of Asian Games

Odisha CM Promises Justice on Swami Lakshmanananda Saraswatis Centenary

Bhubaneswar, August 21: Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Chandra Majhi sharply criticized the previous Biju Janata Dal (BJD) government on Friday. He

SC ruling may narrow labour law cover for hospital, education workers

Experts say workers in some hospitals, educational institutions and service establishments could lose access to retrenchment safeguards and dispu

Polytechnic students urge government to withdraw GO 97

Polytechnic students urge government to withdraw GO 97

Joyalukkas bags a golden TN Govt order to gift rings to 4.41 Lakh Newborns

The Kerala jeweler pipped others for the 755 crore order by bidding on a razor-thin margin

Zydus secures U.S. FDA nod for scurvy injection generic

The product will be manufactured at the groups injectable manufacturing plant in Jarod, near Vadodara and marketed in the US by Zydus Pharmaceuti

Zydus secures U.S. FDA nod for scurvy injection generic

The product will be manufactured at the groups injectable manufacturing plant in Jarod, near Vadodara and marketed in the US by Zydus Pharmaceuti

Anusha Kutumbale eyes consistency in upcoming Table Tennis season

Anusha enters the new domestic season at the UTT National Ranking Table Tennis tournament in Kanpur with confidence fuelled by a year that has of

After three decades, lotus blooms again in Wular Lake, reviving hopes for ecology and livelihoods

The return of lotus had brought renewed optimism among communities

Mehul Choksi's lawyer Vijay Aggarwal charged with 4 sexual assaults in London

Mehul Choksi's lawyer Vijay Aggarwal charged with 4 sexual assaults in London

Roundtable raises alarm over SIR process, forms Voter Protection Forum in A.P.

The meeting adopts a resolution stating it was the responsibility of the Election Commission to protect the voting rights of all citizens who att

Roundtable raises alarm over SIR process, forms Voter Protection Forum in A.P.

The meeting adopts a resolution stating it was the responsibility of the Election Commission to protect the voting rights of all citizens who att

Willstrop is foreign coach of Indian team for Asian Games

Nepal Progressive Front plans first Madhesh meetings to expand base

Nepal Progressive Front plans first Madhesh meetings to expand base

Vijayawada Strives To Become Road Safety Model

The campaign would focus on responsible road-user behaviour, including helmet and seat-belt use, lane discipline and pedestrian safety.

Government inaction forced Rahul Gandhi to protest: Kharge

Government inaction forced Rahul Gandhi to protest: Kharge

Champat Rais article on Nripendra Misras role in Ayodhya temple construction sparks controversy

Mr. Misra says there is nothing negative or controversial in the article; it isnt Rai vs. Misra, it is Modi vs. Bhagwat, says Congress

Champat Rais article on Nripendra Misras role in Ayodhya temple construction sparks controversy

Mr. Misra says there is nothing negative or controversial in the article; it isnt Rai vs. Misra, it is Modi vs. Bhagwat, says Congress

Festive Fervour Marks Varalakshmi Vratam

Floral Splendour at Padmavathi Temple

Anil Balaji Steel plans to acquire steel manufacturing facilities in UP, Odisha

Plans to increase turnover to 500 crore by 2030

Number of unincorporated establishments grew by over 9% in April-June

Jobs rose by over 6.5% in this period

Pakistan surrender tamely in Headingley Test, make horror start to England tour

Pakistan surrender tamely in Headingley Test make horror start to England tour

Two Arrested in Murder Case of 15-Year-Old Girl in Mizoram

Aizawl, August 21: In a significant breakthrough, Mizorams Special Investigation Team (SIT) has arrested two suspects in the alleged murder of a