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AIADMK submits clarification to Speaker on anti-defection petition

Earlier, the Speaker had sought certain clarifications from Edappadi Palaniswami after receiving written explanations from former MLAs Maragatham

Five IPS officers transferred in Tamil Nadu; Thoothukudi, Sivaganga SPs swapped

Stable India-China ties will help build multi-polar Asia and multi-polar world: Jaishankar

External Affairs Minister discusses India-China normalisation with Wang Yi, raises safety of Indian seafarers with Sergey Lavrov, and joins Quad

Auto-rickshaw drivers inducted as Toofan Warriors in Kerala anti-drug campaign

Move as part of expanding community-based network of Operation Toofan

One public toilet for up to 30,000 persons in Bengaluru: Survey report

According to B.PAC, the citys public sanitation infrastructure has not kept pace with its population growth, now estimated at over 1.4 crore

Air India extends Tel Aviv-Delhi flight suspension until September-end

The suspension of Air India flights has caused major worries among more than 40,000 Indians living in Israel who wish to travel to India

Anti-NEET protest in Erode: Student activists removed by police

Taken serious note of HC observations on Dr. Ram, action if lapses found: Home Minister Ramesh Chennithala

The State Police Chief has been ordered to examine any procedural lapses in handling the case

Special trains from Mysuru to Kannur in Kerala via Bengaluru for Onam festival

The SWR will operate two trips in each direction

Startup news and updates: daily roundup (July 22, 2026)

YourStory presents the daily news roundup from the Indian startup ecosystem and beyond. Here's the roundup for Wednesday, July 22, 2026

Sreenarayanaguru Open University to get permanent campus as Kerala govt sanctions 90 crore

Higher Education Minister Roji M. John says the university, which presently operates from rented premises, will have its own state-of-the-art fou

TVK government must cooperate with Centre on new airport in Tamil Nadu: BJP

State BJP chief Nainar Nagenthran said that political reasons should not compromise the development of Tamil Nadu

Watch: CJP protest: Everything thats happening in Delhi

The Supreme Court declined to initiate suo motu proceedings over claims of police excesses during the July 20 Delhi protests. Meanwhile, Delhi Po

'Resign or we will terminate you': HC advocate shares how to avoid this HR ultimatum and forced resignation trap

Companies often pressure employees into resigning to avoid legal obligations. As per a HC advocate, a forced resignation under threat is not lega

Ozempic maker sues US rival over ad campaign

Novo Nordisk has claimed that Eli Lilly is using bad data to compare the companies' weight-loss and diabetes products in its ads.

From Potti Sriramulu to Sonam Wangchuk: Hunger strikes that changed Indias politics

From Potti Sriramulus statehood fast to Sonam Wangchuks agitation, heres how six hunger strikes reshaped Indias politics, policies and public dis

Protesters gather at Shivaji Park in Mumbai; around 300 detentions reported on July 20

Police have registered eight FIRs across Mumbai stations naming over 900 accused, with the highest count exceeding 600 at Shivaji Park Police Sta

Anthropic sued by University of Tennessee Research Foundation over alleged patent infringement

Anthropic disagreed with the allegations and stated its intentions to defend the case vigorously, according to a spokesperson quoted by Reuters

Paytm told to pay over Rs 20,000 after flight ticket refund failed to reach customer

A consumer commission ordered Paytm to refund a cancelled flight ticket. The airline had already sent the refund amount to Paytm. Paytm failed to

NOAA northern lights forecast: Northern lights could light up skies across the US and Canada tonight; here's when and how to watch on your smartphone

Northern lights forecast: A minor geomagnetic storm is expected to create favorable conditions for the aurora borealis. Skywatchers in parts of C

Telangana Govt to Table Lifts and Escalators Bill In Cabinet

The draft comes in the wake of frequent lift accidents across the state and following directions from the Telangana High Court. Chief Minister A.

South Korea says Coupang dispute not holding up US trade and security agenda

A top South Korean official stated the Coupang data leak dispute is not delaying discussions with Washington. This incident involved over thirty-

'Students being used as political tools': Rajnath Singh attacks opposition over Delhi protests

Green corridor set up to transport brain-dead Kollam councillors organs to Thiruvananthapuram

Liver, kidneys, and corneas of Kollam Corporation councillor B. Ajith Kumar to give a new lease of life to five

Sikkim tunnel collapse: Rescuers resume operation to recover remaining bodies

Rescue operations have resumed at the NHPC Teesta Stage VI Hydropower Project's tunnel following a pause caused by mud and water buildup. An expl

Woman injured during CJP's Monday protest conscious, taken off ventilator: RML Hospital

A 21-year-old woman injured during police action is now conscious and breathing independently. Doctors at RML Hospital confirmed her steady impro

Why is National Broadcasting Day Celebrated on July 23? Discover the History

Mumbai, July 22: In todays world, where the internet, social media, and digital platforms dominate our lives, radio maintains a unique identity.

Hyderabad Police Arrest 2, Recover Over 1 Kg Stolen Gold Ornaments

The police recovered 1 kilo 28.59 grams of gold ornaments including seven necklaces, seven pairs of earrings from them

6 healthy monsoon foods that boost immunity and keep you energised

Protesters march ahead, only to be met with lathis, tear gas

With hundreds of people incoming and Jantar Mantar already full, the protestors decided to move towards Sansad Marg, undeterred by the high barri

'Arrogance not good': CJP, Opposition react to Supreme Court saying they don't have time to watch protest videos

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Uday Krishna Reddy Case: HC Seeks Details, Hearing Posted to Monday

DCP Lavanya visited the Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel National Police Academy (SVPNPA) on Wednesday and initiated the investigation.

What caused the NHPC tunnel disaster in Sikkims Namchi? | Explained

Methane trapped inside rock is suspected to have triggered the fatal blast. But how does this happen?

T.N. CM Vijay says NEET must be scrapped, condemns Rahul Gandhis detention in New Delhi

Vijay termed the detention of Opposition leaders in Delhi anti-democratic

Ram Charan Shares Birthday Post for Wife Upasana

The Mega Power Star marked the special occasion with a warm message on social media, drawing thousands of affectionate wishes from fans and well-

Abolition of NEET only solution to students issues: Stalin

He said that more than any other demand, NEET abolition should be at the heart of the student protests in Delhi

Ram Temple Trust Delays Appointment of First CEO Amid Controversy

New Delhi, July 22: The Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust is set to hold a crucial meeting in Ayodhya on Wednesday amidst ongoing dispute

Cockroach Janta Party, BJP, Congress And The Tale Of Three Protests

The Cockroach Janta Party is leading a students' protest over alleged NEET leak, while the BJP and Congress are holding a nationwide protest agai

Nagaland releases Rs 70 lakh ex-gratia for landslide victims in Mon district after floods

Nagaland government released Rs 70 lakhs ex-gratia and relief for flood and landslide victims. The Chief Minister also provided Rs 10 lakhs for c

Puri railway station gets AI-powered robot ahead of Bahuda Yatra

The East Coast Railway has introduced an AI robotic surveillance system at Puri station. This advanced technology will assist security personnel

Generic drugmaker Sandoz to engage with US after Trump tariff threat

US President Donald Trump threatened steep tariffs on generic drugmakers. He stated medicines must be manufactured locally or face significant im

Elderly Woman, 2 Sons Die Inside Underground Water Tank In Uttarakhand

According to the villagers, a gas leak from a biogas plant near the tank may have been the cause.

Everything Will Be Remembered: Arijit Singh Supports Students After Police Crackdown

Singh shared a series of posts on X and expressed anger over the use of force against the protesters.

Dharmendra Pradhan meets Birla as government agrees to discuss NEET paper leak in Lok Sabha

The Opposition has been demanding a discussion on the NEET paper leak issue and is also seeking the resignation of Mr. Pradhan over the handling

Hitler's birthplace begins new life as a police station

The building where Adolf Hitler was born in Braunau am Inn is now a police station. Austria's government hopes this conversion will deter neo-Naz

Kedarnath Yatra Halted After Landslide Blocks Trek Route

The landslide occurred near Chhodi, about one kilometre beyond Gaurikund on the Kedarnath trek route, blocking the path with rocks and debris.

Tension in Nampally as BJP, Congress Protests Turn Confrontational

Police resort to lathi charge, take leaders into preventive custody amid duelling rallies in Hyderabad

'Must be abolished': TVK's Vijay backs NEET protests, condemns Rahul's detention

Q1 Results Live: Adani Power Profit Rises 42%; BPCL Beats Estimates

Track Q1 FY27 earnings live as Adani Green Energy, IndusInd Bank, Eternal, Tata Communications, BPCL, HPCL, Dr Reddy's and 50+ firms announce Jun

South Africa's data centre 'gold rush' risks resource crunch

South Africa is becoming Africa's digital hub with expanding data centres. This growth, however, raises concerns about electricity and water reso

Armed Gang Steals Gold and Cash in Karimnagar Heist

Hyderabad, July 22: A significant robbery occurred in Karimnagar, Telangana, where an armed gang threatened family members with knives and revolv

Air India Extends Suspension of Tel Aviv Flights Till September-End

Carrier cites continued security concerns in West Asia amid renewed hostilities between the US and Iran.

Tips Music Q1 Result: Revenue Jumps 21% YoY, But Profit Slips; Buyback Decision On August

At the operating level, EBITDA declined 5.3% YoY to Rs 53.5 crore from Rs 56.6 crore a year ago, while the EBITDA margin contracted sharply to 50

British mansion that secretly recorded Nazi generals during WWII reopens as museum

Trent Park mansion reopened as a museum detailing its secret wartime role. British intelligence used hidden microphones to record captured Nazi g

Tensions escalate in Vijayawada as BJP activists march to Congress office over NEET protests

BJP workers led by State president P.V.N. Madhav gathered outside Andhra Ratna Bhavan on Wednesday against the Congresss Delhi sit-in over the al

2,000 volunteers join a painstaking effort to restore massive skeleton of prehistoric predator

Mastodonsaurus lived about 240 million years ago during the Middle Triassic period. It was an underwater ambush hunter, preying mainly on fish an

Kimi K3 vs OpenAI: Is China Really Beating The US In AI Race?

In its own launch notes, Moonshot AI has admitted Kimi K3 still trails OpenAI's newest model and Anthropic's Claude Fable 5 on overall performanc

Meta says CJP spokesperson Saurav Das' account banned 'by mistake' by automated systems

Meta has restored the account of Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) spokesperson Saurav Das after it was mistakenly blocked by the company's automated m

IBPS Recruitment 2026: Probationary Officer, Specialist Officer Deadline Extended

IBPS extends application deadline for PO and SO recruitment 2026 to July 26 on official website.

'We will carry this movement forward': CJP calls on Wangchuk to end hunger strike as protests continue

Bollywood Stars Unite Online to Support Student Protests Against NEET Exam Irregularities

Actors and creators including Sonu Sood, Vir Das, Dia Mirza, Soha Ali Khan, Aditi Rao Hydari, and Rohit Saraf have shared poignant posts calling

Indian Government Blocks 50 OTT Platforms for Obscene Content

New Delhi, July 22: The central government has blocked public access to 50 OTT platforms in India over allegations of broadcasting obscene conten

Delhi Police showed restraint: BJP MP accuses CJP of spreading fake news over student protest

UP Worker Held for Rs 6.37 Lakh House Theft in Mangaluru

Police recover stolen gold ornaments and wristwatch within 24 hours of registering the case.

'Netanyahu not welcome in NYC...': Mamdani calls on US govt to arrest Israeli Prime Minister

ZentrumHub Partners with RateGain to Unify Hotel Distribution and Accelerate Global Connectivity

ZentrumHub Partners with RateGain to Unify Hotel Distribution and Accelerate Global Connectivity

Mamdani Realises He Can't Legally Arrest Netanyahu, Urges US To Enforce Warrant

The New York City mayor said that the city lacks the authority to enforce the International Criminal Court's arrest warrant against the Israeli p

Country needs him: CJP requests Sonam Wangchuk to end hunger strike

The Cockroach Janta Party has urged activist Wangchuk to halt his hunger strike, emphasizing the importance of his life. They pledged to continue

Ants In Sweet Dish: Top Seoul Chef Faces Jail Sentence Over Unapproved Garnish

A South Korean restaurateur running a two-Michelin-starred establishment in Seoul faces a possible one-year prison sentence and a fine after pros

Monsoon Session: TMC MP Kalyan Banerjee suspended from Lok Sabha over remarks against woman MP

Supreme Court Denies Urgent Hearing on Student Protest Case

New Delhi, July 22: The Supreme Court on Wednesday declined to conduct an urgent hearing regarding a petition filed against alleged police action

IIM Guwahati Launches First MBA Batch; Inaugural Cohort Has 52 Students From 18 States

IIM Guwahati Admissions 2026: The inaugural MBA batch comprises 52 students from 18 states, marking the beginning of academic activities at the c

'You let BJP, Congress speak, but not us': Akhilesh Yadav erupts in Lok Sabha over NEET discussion

Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav accused the Lok Sabha Speaker of unfair treatment. He stated his party was denied a chance to speak on the N

NEET AIR 1 Aryan Gupta on student protests: Hope we make system better

GATE 2027 Eligibility Criteria Explained: Check If You Can Apply

IIT Madras has advised candidates to ensure that they meet the eligibility criteria for GATE 2027 before filing out the application form.

Vizag: One Killed, 2 Injured As Concrete Mixer Lorry Rams Into Workers

Police said the accident occurred after the lorry driver reportedly dozed off at the wheel.

Meet Hulda Crooks, the Canadian-born 'Grandma Whitney' who climbed Mount Fuji at 91, conquered Mount Whitney 23 times and had a mountain named after her

Hulda Crooks, a Canadian-born American mountaineer, achieved extraordinary climbing feats in her nineties. Crooks climbed Mount Whitney 23 times,

Naidu Meets Modi in New Delhi

During the meeting, Naidu gifted Modi a replica of the presiding god of the Tirupati Balaji temple, Lord Sri Venkateswara Swamy

Sanjana Ganesan, Devisha Shetty React To Delhi Student Protest

Sanjana Ganesan expressed grief over a six-year-old being affected by tear gas and said that peaceful citizens should not have to fear the people

Walloping students in middle of street is shocking: Shashi Tharoor slams government

Senior Congress leader Shashi Tharoor strongly criticised the Centre's actions. He called the lathi-charge on students shocking and very badly ha

OpenAI's Agents Reach 10 Million Users After ChatGPT Work Debut

Combined usage of Codex and Chat GPT Work nearly doubled since earlier this month, as Open AI pushes to develop advanced AI agents.

Samsung Galaxy Unpacked 2026 Event: Galaxy Z Fold 8, Fold 8 Ultra, Flip 8 launch expected; how to watch, time & livestream details

Samsung's Galaxy Unpacked event today will unveil new foldable phones and smartwatches. The expected lineup includes Galaxy Z Fold 8, Fold 8 Ultr

Kerala BDS student death: HC directs investigating officer, special court to produce documents in Dr. Rams arrest

HC observes that 'serious allegations have been raised against investigating officer in the release of the accused and expresses suspicion that t

Karnataka Teen Forced To Drink Alcohol, Raped

The minor was allegedly assaulted and raped in an under-construction building.

Government Takes Major Action Against Obscene Content, Blocks 50 OTT Platforms in Two Years

New Delhi, July 22: The central government has taken significant action against obscene content by blocking public access to 50 OTT platforms in

Opinion: Opinion | A Rs 5,000 Fine Can't Fix India's 'Babu' Raj. But It's A Start

A new bill in Delhi imposes a fine of Rs 250 a day on bureaucrats, with a Rs 5,000 ceiling, if their service for citizens is delayed without a va

Mithun Shyam lent a distinct touch to timeless compositions

Disciple of Padmini Ramachandran, the young Bharatanatyam artiste performed at the Music Academys mid-year dance festival.

Watch: Mamdani says New York City cant arrest Netanyahu but the federal government should

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani said the city does not have the legal authority to enforce the International Criminal Courts arrest warrant ag

BJP protests Congress demonstration near PM's residence; scuffle breaks out in Vijayawada

BJP workers protested in Vijayawada on Wednesday condemning a Congress demonstration. They marched towards the Congress party office and attempte