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Four Indian Grandmasters eye Esports WC 2026 Chess glory in Paris

Paris, Aug 7 (IANS) Indian chess will enjoy its strongest-ever representation at the Esports World Cup (EWC), with four Grandmasters set to compe

V-P Radhakrishnan to begin 2-day visit to Andaman and Nicobar Islands tomorrow

New Delhi, Aug 7 (IANS) Vice President C.P. Radhakrishnan will undertake a two-day visit to the Andaman and Nicobar Islands starting Saturday and

Man United goalkeeper Altay Bayindir joins Celta Vigo on season-long loan

Vigo, Aug 7 (IANS) Manchester United goalkeeper Altay Bayindir has joined La Liga club Celta Vigo on a season-long loan, with the Spanish side se

BJP youth wing intensifies statewide stir over Kerala PSC recruitment row

Thiruvananthapuram, Aug 7 (IANS) The Bharatiya Janata Partys (BJP) youth wing, the Yuva Morcha, on Friday intensified its statewide agitation ove

International partnerships to accelerate development of

Mumbai, Aug 7 (IANS) Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Friday said that the Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR) is set to undergo a major transfor

Internal matter, several nations regulate flow of foreign funds: MEA rejects US lawmaker

New Delhi, Aug 7 (IANS) India on Friday rejected comments made by a section of the international community, including a US lawmaker, on the Forei

SBI moving entire cheque processing to AI, aims to free up workforce for higher-value roles: Chairman CS Setty

Mumbai, Aug 7 (IANS) State Bank of India (SBI) is accelerating the adoption of artificial intelligence across its operations, with the countrys l

Scientists discover a flower that secretly eats insects, and say many more plants could be hiding the same ability

A remarkable discovery has unveiled Saxifraga candelabrum as a genuine carnivorous plant species. Thriving in challenging alpine regions, it lure

The case for putting technical education on equal footing with university

LAST month, prime minister Andy Burnham set out his ambition to create an education system based on parity between academic and technical and for

Jharkhand govt tables Rs 8,399 crore supplementary budget for FY'27 in assembly

Jharkhand's government tabled a supplementary budget of Rs 8,399 crore for the 2026-27 fiscal year. The Rural Development Department received the

Indian Government Prioritizes Safety of Sailors with 24/7 Helpline

New Delhi, August 7: The Ministry of External Affairs has emphasized that the safety of Indian sailors and Indian-flagged vessels in the Gulf reg

Mee Seva Records 2.8 Lakh Daily Transactions: Sridhar Babu

Sridhar Babu stated that the state government offers about 580 Mee Seva public services on WhatsApp

CWG silver medallist Shubham Juyal calls for equal support for all sports in India

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Centre explains grievance mechanism for Code of Ethics violations under IT Rules 2021

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Mehbooba Mufti says PDP has faced targeting since 2019, supports Iltija over FIR dispute

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Sanjeev Kapoor shares protein-rich soya keema frankie recipe for kids school tiffin thats quick and delicious

Chef Sanjeev Kapoor takes to the internet to share a delightful soya keema frankie recipe. Packed with protein, this dish is an ideal choice for

Beyond BrahMos: Why Drones And Smart Weapons Could Become India's Next Defence Export Boom?

BrahMos may have made India a global defence exporter, but the next wave of growth could come from drones, smart munitions, precision electronics

Assam Education Minister Assures SSA Teachers on Salary Delays

Guwahati, August 7: Assams Education Minister Ranoj Pegu reassured teachers who were permanently appointed under the Special Recruitment Drive (S

Kerala HC Extends Hysterectomy Leave Benefit to Contractual Women Employees

The petitions were filed by two Special Educators (Secondary) working under Samagra Shiksha Kerala and quashing a government order rejecting thei

India's forex reserves jump $10.5 billion to over two-month high of $692.87 billion as of July 31

India's foreign exchange reserves saw a significant rise of over ten billion dollars. This surge pushed the nation's reserves to their highest po

Priyanka Chopra Jonas and Russell Crowe's new thriller centres on an aircraft that 'isn't supposed to exist'

Highlights Priyanka Chopra Jonas and Russell Crowe will star in the sci-fi action thriller Bluefly . The story follows a mission to recover a mys

National Trust launches emergency appeal after wildfire destroys 220 football pitches of heathland

Hilary McGrady, director-general of the National Trust, has launched an emergency appeal after fire destroyed the equivalent of 220 football pitc

Opinion: Opinion | 10 Years Of Losses, One Historic IPO: How China Built A $488 Billion Chip Miracle

Why India should learn from the story of CXMT, the cornerstone of China's chip success and now the most valuable company listed on the mainland.

Shekhar Suman Joins Meme Trend with Ravi Kishans Viral Audio

Mumbai, August 7: Actor and BJP MP Ravi Kishan has become a social media sensation due to his old statements, interviews, and expressions. One pa

Vijay Urges PM to Scrap Centralised Exam for Veterinary Admissions

According to an official release issued on Friday, the Veterinary Council of India (VCI) has mandated a Common Entrance Examination for these adm

Psychology says people naturally copy each other's speech patterns without realizing it

Learning to pronounce someone's name correctly is a simple yet meaningful way to show respect and promote inclusion. Research in organizational p

Netanna Sevalo launched; law to protect BC interests soon, says Chandrababu Naidu

At the National Handloom Day celebrations at Chirala, the Chief Minister launched the Netanna Sevalo scheme, announced a 97 crore tourism corrido

Pakistan should stop interfering in J&K's internal matters, address human rights violations in PoK: Omar

The CM said Jammu and Kashmir's internal issues would be addressed within the country's democratic and constitutional framework

Engineering Student Arrested for Stabbing Girlfriend in Andhra Pradesh

Amaravati, August 7: In a tragic incident on Friday, an engineering student in Andhra Pradesh allegedly stabbed his girlfriend to death. The inci

Tamil Nadu introduces Bill to levy environmental and social welfare cess on liquor sales

The cess would fund a range of environmental and social welfare initiative including recycling, safe disposal and reuse of liquor bottles and con

Khalin Joshi Dominates at Royal Springs, Clinches J&K Open 2026 in Style

Joshis dominant week earned him 15 lakh and propelled him five spots up the DP World PGTI Rankingsfrom 13th to eighthtaking his season earnings

Prashant Kishor Meets Sunetra Pawar, Parth To Discuss Strengthening NCP

It was an internal meeting to ensure development programmes of the government reach the grassroots, party spokesperson Chavan said.

Print Dr. Ambedkars portrait on currency notes: Telangana Minister

Adluri Lakshman Kumar seeks official representation by Telangana Government to the Centre

Bhupendra Patel chairs Viksit Gujarat Summit 2026 to enhance global competitiveness

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Cheap publicity: SC dismisses plea seeking criminal probe into Justice Yashwant Varma cash incident

The Supreme Court dismissed a plea seeking criminal action against former judge Yashwant Varma. This petition was filed over alleged burnt curren

SBI Recruitment 2026: Apply for 38 Specialist Officer Positions Starting August 7

Mumbai, August 7: A fantastic opportunity has emerged for job seekers in the banking sector. The State Bank of India (SBI), through its Central R

Giant sinkhole swallows road in Ludhiana, sparks panic

Can AI companies be sued if autonomous agents hack other systems? Here's what legal experts say

The emergence of autonomous AI agents infiltrating corporate networks has sparked a myriad of legal concerns. Reports from developers, including

AIADMK Slams Karnataka On Cauvery Dispute, Urges TN CM Vijay To Hold All-Party Meet

He alleged that Karnataka has already built four dams in violation of historical agreements and is currently pushing to construct the Mekedatu da

Analysis: Beyond the

The idea of a Muslim NATO has increasingly appeared in diplomatic discussions and international media to describe growing security cooperation am

India court grants Dabur interim relief against food regulator's order over '100%' claims

On August 3, the FSSAI said products sold on Daburs website claimed some of its products were 100% Natural, 100% Pure and 100% Organic, which wer

Analysis: Quad 2.0

The emergence of a new strategic grouping comprising the United States, the United Arab Emirates (UAE), India, and Israel popularly referred to a

Erdogan Hails Successful NATO Summit Hosted by Turkiye

Istanbul: Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has described Turkiyes hosting of the NATO Summit in Ankara as a source of great pride and happi

Analysis: China Urged to Engage with Moderate Islamic Thought

Think Tank Calls for Partnership with Progressive Islam to Counter Extremism and Promote Stability A policy analysis by the Chinese think tank AN

Muhammad Remains Most Popular Baby Boy Name in England and Wales

London: Muhammad has been named the most popular baby boys name in England and Wales for the third consecutive year, according to the latest figu

4,052 Seafarers Brought Back From Gulf Amid Middle East Crisis: Minister

Further, from the onset of the security situation in the Strait of Hormuz, several measures have been taken to safeguard lndian seafarers.

Take Strict Action Against Accused In Rajahmundry Medico Accident Case, CM Tells Officials

The officials informed the CM that they had arrested the accused, Dushyanth and Andrew William Joseph, had absconded after ramming their car into

AI safety must keep pace with adoption in financial sector: CEA Anantha Nageswaran

290 Encroachments Cleared in Cyberabad to Ensure Public Space for Citizens

In all, 290 encroachments were removed across 14.1 km in Cyberabad

Qatar Emir Receives Rabbis in Gesture of Interfaith Solidarity

Doha: A delegation of rabbis from the Alliance of Rabbis in Islamic States (ARIS) met Qatars Emir, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, to offer cond

Patna road accident: Protest erupts after youth's death, vehicles set ablaze

The incident occurred near the Pahari Pump House under the Agam Kuan police station limits. According to police, the victim, identified as Manish

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Islamabad Declaration Urges Support for Womens Education, Leadership and Socio-Economic Participation Islamabad: The 9th Ministerial Conference o

Supreme Court rejects plea for criminal probe into Justice Yashwant Varma cash case

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Psychology says people who always wear black often have these surprising personality traits

People who frequently wear black may share certain personality traits, according to psychology and research on clothing and colour. From confiden

Psychology says people who scroll their phone while eating may be using constant stimulation to avoid being alone with their thoughts

Psychology research suggests people who scroll their phones while eating may be doing more than passing time. Studies show most people find being

Centre Uses India Cine Hub to Promote Jammu Kashmir as Global Film Destination

SRINAGAR: The Union Government on Friday said it is promoting Jammu and Kashmir as a preferred filming destination through the India Cine Hub dig

Delhi-NCR rains: IMD issues red alert as heavy showers lash national capital

The southwest monsoon lashed the national capital and surrounding regions after days of warm and humid weather. The India Meteorological Departme

ChatGPT, Button Cameras, Earbuds: How Fireman Ran High-Tech Cheating Racket

The case came to light on May 26 after two candidates were caught cheating during a recruitment examination conducted by the Central Sanskrit Uni

Karnataka Congress Seeks Extension for Voter List Corrections Amid Controversy

Bengaluru, August 7: The Karnataka Congress President, B.K. Hariprasad, has written to the states Chief Electoral Officer (CEO), V. Ambu Kumar, r

MMRDA-Surbana Jurong sign pact to prepare Mumbai 3.0 master plan

The consultancy will prepare a comprehensive development blueprint for the proposed 323.44 sq. km Mumbai 3.0, spread across 124 villages in Panve

Netflix Subscription: Now you can get a Netflix Mobile subscription every month by completing just 4 orders on Flipkart.

Flipkart has partnered with Netflix, under which Flipkart Plus members will get a free Netflix mobile plan every month. For this, four eligible o

British Muslim Achievements Honoured at The Muslim News Awards for Excellence

London: Prominent political leaders, diplomats, community representatives, and faith leaders gathered at the 22nd annual Muslim News Awards for E

Fleming 'like me, but better': McCullum on new England Test coach

Stephen Fleming has been appointed as England's new Test coach. He will take over for the upcoming tour of South Africa. Fleming, a former New Ze

Kargil: A War of Courage, Sacrifice and National Resolve

Veteran Journalist Khalid A.H. Ansari Recalls Frontline Experiences from the 1999 Kargil War As India observed Kargil Vijay Diwas on July 26, sen

Quote of the day by Robert Redford: Life is essentially sad. Happiness is sporadic. It comes in... Life lessons from an inspiring quote on happiness, gratitude, resilience, purpose, emotional strength, and why the smallest moments often create the richest life by the legendary American actor, filmmaker, and Sundance founder

Quote of the day by Robert Redford: Robert Redfords quote, Life is essentially sad. Happiness is sporadic. It comes in moments, and thats it. Ext

Delhi High Court directs police to decide on Dalit Christians

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National Handloom Day: Vijay Chintakayala Presents Mangalagiri Shawl to PM Modi

New Delhi, August 7: On National Handloom Day, a celebration of Indias rich handloom tradition, the renowned Mangalagiri handloom products from A

Congress issues whip to its MPs to be present in Parliament on August 10, 11 and 12 without fail

In a significant development, the Congress on Friday issued a whip to its MPs in the Rajya Sabha and the Lok Sabha and asked them to be present i

School holiday tomorrow, August 8: Will schools remain closed as IMD issues heavy rainfall alerts for several states?

School holiday tomorrow, August 8: As of now, there is no official announcement for a school holiday on August 8 across India. Decisions on schoo

Fact-Finding Report Examines Communal Tensions Over Bakri Eid in Mira Road Housing Society

CSSS Calls for Clear Regulations, Dialogue, and Impartial Enforcement to Prevent Future Conflicts A fact-finding report released by the Centre fo

Why is it called the shift key?

Technology keeps shifting. In this case, shift kept shifting quite literally. Confused? Heres how your favourite shift key got its name

Head beats Carey by one vote to claim back-to-back Allan Border Medals

Mitchell Starc was named Test Player of the Year after his huge role in the Ashes

FCRA amendment is India's internal matter, says MEA, hits back at US lawmaker's church takeover claim

India's Ministry of External Affairs stated proposed FCRA amendments are an internal legislative matter. US Congressman Riley Moore criticised th

L&T says unit that houses drones to see threefold revenue growth over five years

Larsen and Toubro is optimistic about its drone division, projecting that revenues will triple within five years. To support this growth, the fir

Video Of Sheikh Hasina Calling For Unified Bengal Is AI-Generated

BOOM traced Sheikh Hasina's original address and an AI detection tool also indicated that the audio was synthetic.

Rs 960 a month for US-returned engineer: Former Tata employee shares his 1977 job offer

Former Syndicate Bank chairman Ajay Nanavati shared his 1977 Tata Group job offer, revealing a starting salary of Rs 960 per month. Despite havin

Chef Manjunath Mural brings his Southeast Asian-inspired menu to The Quarter, Chennai

Michelin-starred Chef Manjunath Mural brings his Southeast Asian-inspired menu to The Quarter, Chennai, with inventive small plates, Singaporean-

Saudi Arabia, Turkey and Pakistan sign joint defence deal amid regional turmoil

Saudi Arabia, Pakistan, and Turkey signed a joint defense pact in Mecca. This agreement aims to strengthen collective deterrence against aggressi

Islamic NATO? Saudi, Turkey, Pakistan Sign Trilateral Defence Agreement Amid Iran War | WATCH

Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Turkey are set to sign a major joint defence agreement in Jeddah, raising questions about the emergence of an Islamic

U.S. Humiliates Ukraine For Putin? Zelensky Begs As Trump Rebuffs Patriot Missile Request

Ukraine's appeal for more Patriot missile interceptors has intensified as Russia continues large-scale missile attacks across the country. Presid

US Regulates Flow Of Foreign Funds Too: India On US Lawmaker's Criticism

The Centre on Friday responded to a remark made by a US lawmaker on the proposed Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Amendment (FCRA) Bill.

'Attack On One, Attack On All': Pak, Saudi, Turkey Sign Key Defence Pact

The deal brings together oil-rich Saudi Arabia and nuclear-powered Pakistan as well as Turkey, which has NATO's second-largest army and a rapidly

Controversy Erupts Over Italys Foreign Ministers Post Featuring Irans Old Flag

Rome, August 7: The social media post by Italys Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani featuring Irans old flag has sparked significant discussion. Foll

Flights from Bhogapuram to foreign destinations very soon, says Kondapalli Srinivas

The Minister says two to three more flights to Hyderabad and Bengaluru are proposed, services to Coimbatore, Pune and Varanasi are in the pipelin

Liquor Worth Rs 1.2 Crore Seized In Gujarat, 2 Rajasthan Men Arrested

The raid was carried out beneath the Un village overbridge on the Thara-Randhanpur stretch of National Highway 27 in Thara taluka of Banaskantha

Bhagwat's outreach to Gen Z 'artificial' and 'hollow': AAP

Speaking to reporters, Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Preeti Sharma Menon questioned the RSS's commitment to young people and claimed that democrac

Dying Generation Of Kochi Jews Struggle to Keep Their History Alive

They represent the final chapter for the Cochin Jews who have lived peacefully, and without fear of antisemitism; for centuries alongside Hindu,

Passenger files DGCA complaint after turbulence injures elderly on Air India Phuket-Delhi flight

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SBI Clerk registration 2026 begins at sbi.bank.in; apply for 1538 posts - details here

The State Bank of India (SBI) Clerk recruitment notification has been released for 1,538 vacancies. SBI Clerk application process is now open, th

Rahane signs with Amsterdam Flames in ETPL

The former India batter had recently retired from international cricket and the IPL