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Attacks on seafarers hit hiring, raise costs for shipping companies

The recent spate of attacks on commercial vessels is significantly impacting the recruitment of Indian seafarers and driving up associated costs.

Echoes of Karbala, Iran beyond the shadows of war

The Iran that exists beyond stereotypes and western media headlines is a land of faith, resilience, culture, and quiet human dignity

Delhi Cabinet approves Bill to fine officials for delay in services

Penalty of up to 5,000 to be imposed only after hearing official, saysCMO; proposed law set to replace 2011 Act likely to be tabled in Monsoon Se

Law students arrested for hurling abuses in Supreme Court sent to 14-day jail

Two law students were sent to 14-day judicial custody by a Delhi court. They were arrested for disrupting a Supreme Court hearing and assaulting

Irans disruptive strategy, its global consequences

Tehran needs to recognise the limits of its current geopolitical advantage

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Traffic head constable killed in hit-and-run at Singhu border

Cabinet approves 24,000-crore highway projects in Varanasi to ease congestion

The Union Cabinet approved highway projects exceeding 24,000 crore for Varanasi. These projects aim to significantly ease traffic congestion with

Manipur: Mob attacks Assam Rifles camp, torches vehicles

A mob attacked an Assam Rifles camp in Senapati, Manipur, causing damage and arson. This incident marks the third such attack on the forces recen

Fulfil the promise: On restoring Statehood to Jammu and Kashmir

New Delhi cannot keep stalling the restoration of Statehood to J&K

Around 100% distribution of enumeration forms in Delhi reflect door-to-door coverage, not voter receipt: official

Bitcoin (BTC USD) and Ether (ETH USD) ETFs stage massive comeback with $239 million inflows as Japan's crypto ETF push fuels optimism - here's what investors need to know

Bitcoin and Ether ETF inflows today: Bitcoin and Ether exchange-traded funds experienced a strong recovery this week. Bitcoin ETFs attracted over

RBI pushes banks, NBFCs to own data risks across third parties

The RBI has sought comments from the public by August 17 on its draft proposals titled 'Guidance on Regulatory Expectations for Data Governance.'

India, EU hopeful of investment protection pact before year-end

India and the European Union aim to finalize an investment protection agreement by year-end. Both sides expressed optimism about concluding the p

Bandi Backs Auto Driver Over Damaged Religious Slogans

Union minister Bandi Sanjay Kumar backed an autorickshaw driver who alleged that religious slogans on his vehicle were torn by MIM activists in H

Quote of the Day by James Joyce: Think you're escaping and run into yourself. Longest way round is the... Timeless life lessons on self-discovery, identity, courage, inner truth, and the journey that leads us back to ourselves from the legendary Irish literary genius behind Ulysses

Quote of the Day by James Joyce reveals a powerful truth about personal growth, identity, and emotional courage. His famous words from the Irish

Thursday Quote of the Day by Michael Jackson: To give someone a piece of your heart, is worth more than... Pop King's valuable lesson on kindness, love and why true riches can never be measured by money

Quote of the Day: Michael Jackson's quote To give someone a piece of your heart is worth more than all the wealth in the world highlights that gi

Spain and goalkeeper Unai Simon post another shutout to reach the World Cup final

In a thrilling matchup, Unai Simon's exceptional saves led Spain to a 2-0 success against France, securing their place in the World Cup final for

Softer inflation trips rate hike forecasts, RBI hold more likely

Standard Chartered Bank had already withdrawn its August rate hike forecast following the last policy review. ETs interactions with bank economis

FIFA WC Live: Argentina, England Players Almost Come To Blows; Huge Card Row Follows

Argentina vs England LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026 Semi-Final LIVE Updates: England vs Argentina remains goalless midway through the first half

Mirwaiz Umar Farooq urges Pakistan to prioritise dialogue amid LoC killings concerns

Mirwais Umar Farooq voiced concern over recent killings along the Line of Control. He urged Pakistani authorities to prioritize restraint and eng

Kerala Congress MLA receives fake call offering ministerial berth for money

Congress MLA Vidya Balakrishnan reported a bribe offer for a ministerial position. A caller claiming to be from the party high command made the p

Union Bank Eyes $1.5-2 Billion Through FCNR (B) Deposits

The bank is offering around 6.10-6.6 per cent rates on FCNR(B) deposits

Four Ayush colleges will be set up in A.P., says Health Minister

Integrated AYUSH hospitals will be set up at Tirupati, Giddalur, Nandigama, Tenali, Tekkali and Rampachodavaram, with an investment of 90 crore,

Man arrested for sexual harassment following swift intervention of Singappen force

SC questions Patna High Court's reasoning on 'rape' bid ruling

The Supreme Court questioned a Patna High Court order on sexual assault cases. This order stated that pressing breasts and attempting to remove s

Health Minister Pushes Food, Drug Safety

Health minister C. Damodar Rajanarsimha directed officials to strengthen food and drug safety through better coordination, stricter enforcement a

HC grants conditional nod to Trinamool for July 21 Martyrs' Day rally, caps gathering at 2,500

The Calcutta High Court allowed Trinamool's Martyrs' Day rally with a reduced crowd size. The court also stipulated a specific time frame for the

Russian firms seeking more gasoline from India

Russian energy companies are seeking more gasoline from Indian refiners. This request follows Ukrainian strikes which damaged Russia's refining c

Intense heat pushes power consumption to 280 MUs per day in Andhra Pradesh

Steps have been taken to ensure an uninterrupted power supply, and disruptions are being promptly attended to by the staff of the power utilities

Karnataka flags off export consignments as U.K.-India FTA kicks in

Andhra Pradesh student dies in road accident in U.S.A.

Prasanna was travelling in a car which lost control and crashed into a tree, resulting in her death on the spot

Export gains: On Indias trade data for June

Indias trade weaknesses are becoming episodic while strengths are turning structural

Another COVID-19 death reported in A.P., three more test positive

The death of 66-year-old man has been attributed to comorbidities, and not the COVID-19 infection alone

The crisis at the heart of non-proliferation

The Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons institutionalised a hierarchy rather than dismantling it

Trinamool Congress MP Abhishek Banerjee gives voice sample in 'inflammatory' speech case

Trinamool Congress MP Abhishek Banerjee provided his voice sample to a magistrate. This action occurred in connection with an investigation into

BJP To Hold July 17 Dharna Over Bidadi Township, Farmers' Cases: Vijayendra

Vijayendra said the BJP and JD(S) would jointly raise farmers' issues and the government's policies during the Legislative Assembly session begin

Psychology says people who crib a lot about almost everything aren't always negative: What this behavior may actually reveal?

Psychology says people who crib a lot about almost everything aren't always trying to spread negativity. Psychology explains that frequent compla

Family of missing seaman want Centre to take steps to locate him

His family could not get in touch with him from March 26 this yearwhen he was aboard the merchant vessel M.V. PERSISTENSE

Northeast monsoon preparedness measures to start early in Chennai

On Thursday, officials including Chief Secretary Sai Kumar, are expected to participate in the monsoon preparedness meeting with various departme

This water bottle trick can turn your phones flashlight into a mini lantern

Create a functional camping lantern using a simple water bottle and science. This DIY project involves cutting cardboard rings and a plastic bott

300-Crore Central Package for SC Welfare Schools Under Review: Adluri

Union minister Ramdas Athawale has assured a review of Telangana's 300-crore proposal for SC welfare schools and steps to release pending Central

Amid killings, 1.5 lakh protestors gather in PoK; Islamabad gets July 21 deadline

Protests in Pakistan Occupied Kashmir have intensified with over 1.5 lakh people gathering. The march was postponed, but protesters vow to resume

TEA wins CITI award at Bharat Tex

Coimbatore Book Festival from July 17 to 26

TNEA releases provisional allotment for special category students

Any support to Delimitation Bill to be conditional: NCP(SP) President Supriya Sule

Supriya Sule stated the NCP(SP) will consider the delimitation bill. A uniform fifty percent seat increase across all states is required. The par

100% tariff threat over Russian oil could roil India-US ties

A US bill proposes tariffs on countries buying Russian oil, potentially impacting India. This move could damage India-US relations, especially du

MANUU expands Visit Urdu University programme

Vice-chancellor Prof. Syed Ainul Hasan said the university continues to cater to Urdu-speaking students through professional, technical and tradi

Abnormal heatwave conditions to persist across Tamil Nadu till July 17; rainfall set to improve later this week

SIR Aims To Protect Democracy: Bandi

During his visit, the minister reviewed the SIR process with officials, enquiring about distribution of forms, voter response and other aspects.

PM to Inaugurate Hitec City Railway Station Tomorrow

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will virtually inaugurate the redeveloped Hitec City Railway Station on Friday under the Amrit Bharat Station scheme

CBI Searches in Jupiter Bio Sciences Bank Fraud Case

According to the complaint, the accused defrauded the bank by producing fake proforma invoices and inflated valuation reports of collateral secur

Joachin Chuah and Roukia Othman Claim Titles at HCL PSA Challenger Squash

Chennai, July 16: In an exciting conclusion to the HCL PSA Challenger Tour in Chennai, Malaysias Joachin Chuah and Egypts Roukia Othman emerged v

Maraimalai Adigalars 150th year celebrated in the city

US strikes on Iran strengthen Trump's options for new escalation, officials say

US-Iran war news: United States strikes target Iranian military capabilities and Strait of Hormuz access. These actions strengthen military optio

Do football teams in red win more? What 55 years of research suggests

Colours influence the way people see themselves and how others respond to them. From dopamine dressing, a trend focused on choosing clothes based

'Who wrote you $100m check?': Warren blasts Fed Chair Warsh over conflict of intetest

'Who wrote you $100m check?': Warren blasts Fed Chair Warsh over conflict of intetest

HC Quashes CID Case Against Naidu, Narayana

Justice Y. Lakshmana Rao, who had reserved the verdict after completing hearings in April, delivered the judgment on Wednesday.

Ladakh exports first apricot consignment of 5 metric tonnes to UAE

Ladakh's Lieutenant Governor flagged off the first major apricot export to the UAE. This initiative marks the beginning of Ladakh's largest fresh

Ladakh exports first apricot consignment of 5 metric tonnes to UAE

Ladakh's Lieutenant Governor flagged off the first major apricot export to the UAE. This initiative marks the beginning of Ladakh's largest fresh

Shivnarayanpur Station Revamped: A Unique Blend of Vikramshila Heritage and Modern Railway Facilities

Kolkata, July 16: The Shivnarayanpur Railway Station in Bihar, part of Eastern Railway, has undergone extensive redevelopment under the Amrit Bha

Transparency and Fairness Remain Top Priorities for State Government: Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh

Imphal, July 16: Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh stated on Wednesday that a transparent and merit-based recruitment system in gover

Staring down the barrel: India Inc stockpiles ahead of festive season

To ensure smooth production during the vital festive period, companies are proactively increasing their imports and enhancing buffer stocks of es

Bangladesh seizes $6.2 bn in assets tied to ousted PM Sheikh Hasina

Since Hasina was toppled in a student-led mass uprising in 2024 and fled to India, authorities have investigated the former prime minister's weal

15th NMDC Hyderabad Marathon on Aug. 29, 30

The 15th NMDC Hyderabad Marathon will be held on August 29 and 30 with a 45-lakh prize purse and a new inclusive run for persons with disabilitie

Maternity Leave Cant Be Denied After First Twins: HC

The court says women cannot lose maternity benefits because their first delivery was twins.

BIS organises awareness programme for jewellers

Mamata Banerjee Defends Nephew Abhishek Amid Party Turmoil, Promises a Fresh Start

Kolkata, July 16: Former West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee addressed her supporters in a video message on Wednesday, expressing her dete

Rare Prehistoric Rock Art And Stone Tool Sharpening Grooves Discovered In Sircilla

The discovery was made during a field survey conducted by Kondaveeti Gopi, Ahobilam Karunakar, Samaleti Mahesh, Patharla Joel and Daripelli Balay

Rath Yatra: A Symbol of Unity in Indias Cultural Heritage, Says Manik Saha

Agartala, July 15: Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha stated on Wednesday that the Rath Yatra of Lord Jagannath symbolizes Indias rich cultural he

India Tex 2026: Focus on State-Level Opportunities and Global Trade Partnerships on Day Two

New Delhi, July 16: The second day of India Tex 2026 highlighted state-based development, investment opportunities, and Indias growing textile tr

Catch a giant snake, get a free pizza: Florida restaurant is handing out free python pizza during the state's $10,000 snake hunt

A Florida restaurant is offering free python pizza for participants capturing invasive Burmese pythons. This promotion supports efforts to remove

MHA proposes CEO, additional CEO posts for I4C; seeks stakeholder feedback

The Union home ministry is proposing new recruitment rules for key leadership positions. These rules aim to strengthen India's cybercrime respons

OCTOPUS Holds Anti-Terror Mock Drill in Tirumala

OCTOPUS and other security agencies conducted an anti-terror mock drill in Tirumala to test emergency response and devotee safety.

Traffic Curbs for Golconda Bonalu From Today

Heavy congestion is expected on the RamdevgudaGolconda Fort (via Makkai Darwaza), Langar HouzGolconda Fort (via Fateh Darwaza), and Shikpet Nala/

Abhishek Banerjee Provides Voice Sample Amidst Legal Scrutiny

Kolkata, July 15: Trinamool Congress MP Abhishek Banerjee submitted his voice sample on Wednesday at the Bidhannagar Court in North 24 Parganas,

Amit Shah, Nitin Nabin among BJP top brass meet at PM Modi's residence

Top BJP leaders met at Prime Minister Narendra Modi's residence on Wednesday. This meeting occurred just before the Parliament's upcoming session

Kerala High Court orders arrest of Muvattupuzha RDO

Tamil Nadu adds 950 MBBS seats for 2026-27 academic year

This increase will take the total number of MBBS seats in 78 colleges in the State to 13,999

Odisha Chief Minister Launches Samarpan Digital Donation Platform for Jagannath Temple

Bhubaneswar, July 15: The Odisha government has taken a significant step to enhance digital services for devotees of Lord Jagannath worldwide. Ch

Psychology says adults who like to sleep with a teddy aren't emotionally immature: What this comfort habit means and the psychology behind it

Psychology says adults who like to sleep with a teddy aren't behaving in an unusual way. Many people keep stuffed toys because they provide comfo

Nagercoil custodial death: Eight prison inmates arrested in connection with Sabari Varmans death

With the post mortem report revealing injuries on his body, the police have alerted the case of suspicious death to that of murder. However, the

US Blocks Iran, Tehran Says All Exports Will Stop

The IRGC said the Hormuz Strait would stay closed until what it described as he end of America's evils.

Even Ambulance Can't Pass: Inside Noida Lane Where 2 Died In Building Fire

The incident has not only sparked concern about the safety of electric vehicles but has also raised serious questions about fire safety in conges

Kharif crop acreage to rise as sowing window remains open till August 15: Shivraj Singh Chouhan

In response to current crop shortages, farmers are set to expand acreage for essential kharif crops. Increased rainfall is expected in the next f

Cauvery is not a flood discharge channel for Karnataka to open at will, say farmers

Hundreds of farmers march to border against Mekadatu project

Telangana Schools Rise 17 Ranks in National Index

CM credits education reforms as Telangana improves its national school education ranking

Fair, Equitable, Balanced: Piyush Goyal Praises India-EU Trade Deal

Piyush Goyal said the discussions in Brussels had reaffirmed the shared direction of the India-EU relationship.