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Prince Harry, Meghan to return to UK with children this month

London: Prince Harry and his wife Meghan Markle have decided to move back to the UK with their two children later this month but will remain non-

L&T Wins 'Large' Order Worth Up To Rs 5,000 Crore For Automated People Mover System At Dubais Al Maktoum International Airport

Man shoots wife outside bank, kills sister, self; WhatsApp status reveals motive

Man shoots wife outside bank kills sister self WhatsApp status reveals motive

UGC caste discrimination rules under review, Centre tells Supreme Court

UGC caste discrimination rules under review Centre tells Supreme Court

Annamalais 'Gujarat company' remark about Centre resonates with Keralams ruling front and Opposition over north-south disparities

Russia's massive overnight attack on Kyiv kills 14, hits 28 Ukrainian sites

Russias massive overnight attack on Kyiv kills hits Ukrainian sites

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Andhra junior doctors cut stipend demand to 20%, reject governments 3% offer

APJUDA cuts its demand from a 30% biennial revision to 20%, rejects the governments 3% offer as inadequate, and seeks a hearing before the Chief

Search operation in J&K's Kathua after suspicious movement

Security forces in J&Ks Kathua conduct a search operation following reports of suspicious movements near the Udhampur-Kathua border

Homemaker is a gender-neutral term: What did the Karnataka High Court say?

The court observed that every woman who renders services to her family members at home is liable to be regarded as a homemaker irrespective of th

Raksha Bandhan 2026: Confusion Over August 27 or 28

This years Raksha Bandhan (Rakhi Purnima) has sparked confusion, with debates over whether the festival should be observed on August 27 or August

Excise officials seize ganja worth Rs 6 lakh in Secunderabad

Hyderabad: The Excise and Prohibition officials seized 11.16 kg of ganja worth an estimated Rs. 6 lakh from a train travelling from Tandur to Sec

Is English holding you back at work? One hiring story sparks debate

Is English holding you back at work One hiring story sparks debate

Chennai woman walks out of cafe after spotting spelling mistakes on menu, shares pics

Chennai woman walks out of cafe after spotting spelling mistakes on menu shares pics

Aadhaar app downloads cross 5 crore landmark

New Delhi: The Aadhaar app has crossed the significant milestone of 5 crore downloads, reflecting the growing adoption of convenient and digital-

Monty Desai steps down as Canada coach amid corruption scandal

Monty Desai steps down as Canada coach amid corruption scandal

Malayalam superstar Mohanlal announces seven-film slate

Legendary Malayalam actor Mohanlal, who was last seen in his daughters acting debut Thudakkam, is set to work with seven prominent filmmakers

Former BRS MLA booked in Rs 40.96 crore paddy case

Hyderabad: Former Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) MLA Ajmeera Rekha Naik was booked in connection with a case involving missing paddy worth Rs 40.96

Live-in relationship like marriage, parents can

New Delhi: The Delhi High Court has said that a live-in relationship between consenting adults is akin to marriage and neither parents nor friend

1 month to learn or face action: Marathi test begins for cab, auto drivers

month to learn or face action Marathi test begins for cab auto drivers

Ex-Congress MP Sajjan Kumar dies at 80; jailed in 1984 anti-Sikh riots case

Former Congress MP Sajjan Kumar died at the age of 80 at Delhis Safdarjung Hospital on Thursday, August 20, news agency PTI reported, citing hosp

How a hand embroidery brand based in Thiruvananthapuram is building an artisan community

Alika, which carries forward the legacy of Thalassery-based Sophie Sathyasandhan and her daughter-in-law Pearly Manohar, recently organised a mee

Max Verstappen locked down by Red Bull until 2030 amid struggling F1 season

Max Verstappen locked down by Red Bull until amid struggling F season

iQOO Z11 review: Solid mid-ranger with big battery and reliable performance

iQOO Z review Solid midranger with big battery and reliable performance

South Koreas Security Policy Under Scrutiny Amid Trump-Kim Meeting Speculations

Seoul, August 20: Tensions are rising in South Koreas domestic politics regarding security policy, amid active diplomacy from the United States a

Odisha forms inquiry committee to examine relocation of villages from tiger habitat

The committee was formed after Odisha Human Rights Commission directed to do so. Villagers had alleged that relocation was forcible and their con

The Dimaagi Naxal debate needs more precision, not more political heat

Understanding the social and political conditions in which insurgencies grow is not the same as justifying the violence they commit; criticising

AP Govt Issues Orders To Conduct Elections For 100 Urban Local Bodies

Giving priority to the issue of reservations in the municipal polls, the government has decided to implement 33.33 per cent reservation for BCs t

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Ather scooters now available through CSD for Armed Forces personnel

Ather scooters now available through CSD for Armed Forces personnel

India Must Implement Structural Changes to Achieve $2 Trillion Export Target by FY 2031, Says Commerce Ministry Official

New Delhi, August 20: India needs to implement extensive structural changes in its manufacturing and trade ecosystem to achieve an ambitious expo

Dalliance' Trailer: Watch The Official Trailer Of Hugo Weaving And David Wenham Starrer 'Dalliance'

'Dalliance' Trailer: Watch the Official Trailer from English web series 'Dalliance' starring Hugo Weaving, David Wenham, Heather Mitchell and Rya

'No Food, No Power, No AC': U.S. Sailors 'STARVE' Aboard Navy Destroyer For 4 Days Near China

Fresh trouble for the US Navy as another American warship reportedly suffered a major engineering failure in the South China Sea. The USS Benfold

Hayden Panettiere Death Probe: Neighbour Calls Brian Hickerson 'Terrifying' As Cops Reach His Home

Hayden Panettiere's death investigation is facing fresh scrutiny after a former neighbour described her on-again, off-again boyfriend Brian Hicke

Lotteries for Indiramma Houses in Hyderabad from August 27; draws to be livestreamed

Applicants list to be displayed online from the evening on August 21. Objections can be raised till the evening on August 23.

Live-In Relationships Akin To Marriage: Delhi HC

Consenting adults free to choose partners; parents, friends cannot interfere, court says

Odisha Water Resources Dept Serves Notice to BPPL Over Flood Mismanagement

The Water Resources Department of Odisha has initiated strict action against Baitarani Power Projects Pvt. Ltd. (BPPL) over allegations of irregu

Expired dairy found at railway eateries

Apples Camera-Equipped AI AirPods Remain on Track for 2027 Despite Video Leak

Apple continues to believe the earbuds will launch in 2027

Deaf siblings lose Rs 3L gold, Hyderabad Police help recover it

Hyderabad: TThe Tukaramgate Police helped two deaf and speech-impaired siblings recover their lost bag containing 2.5 tolas of gold worth Rs 3 la

Indias oil map is changing as Hormuz risk mounts

Karnataka Chief Minister Highlights Mekedatu Project Benefits at Regional Council Meeting

Mahabalipuram, August 20: Karnataka Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar emphasized the advantages of the Mekedatu reservoir project during the Souther

Wild Card Entry by Rajat Bedi in Bigg Boss Hindi 20: Deets Inside

Rajat Bedi is a well-known celebrity who recently appeared in The Ba***ds of Bollywood.

India turns to Venezuela as Middle East disruptions hit crude

New Delhi: India is widening its crude oil sourcing to Latin America as disruptions linked to the Iran conflict and the Strait of Hormuz push the

In 2010, researchers tested solar panels with white lines; the modified surfaces were up to 26 times less attractive to polarotactic insects

Solar panels, with their shiny surfaces, can inadvertently attract insects seeking water. This phenomenon leads to ecological harm, disrupting fo

India, Japan sign maritime security pact to deepen defence cooperation

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, in bilateral talks with Japanese counterpart Shinjiro Koizumi, welcomed Japans recent review of its defence equip

Indian Railways To Launch Weekly Ahmedabad-Bhagalpur Amrit Bharat Express From 26 August

10 Indian Women Who Broke Barriers And Became Historic Firsts Across Generations

From pioneering educators and doctors to political leaders and defence ministers, these 10 women transformed India by breaking historic barriers.

A tiny insect, a deadly enemy: how medicines discovery of its impact shaped health and town planning

The understanding that mosquitoes could cause malaria and other diseases did more than solve a biological mystery. It completely changed disease

Man brings injured stray dog to vet, refuses to leave its side as it gets treatment

Man brings injured stray dog to vet refuses to leave its side as it gets treatment

SC to hear review pleas against 2022 verdict upholding ED

New Delhi: The Supreme Court on Thursday, August 20, agreed to list for hearing a batch of petitions which sought a review of its 2022 verdict th

Max Verstappen commits to Red Bull until end of 2030

Max Verstappen already had a contract to the end of 2028, but with break clauses offering a potential way out should the team fail to meet his ex

Muthoot, CSB, other gold financiers rise up to 5% as bullion hit 2-mth high

Muthoot Finance was up 4.7 per cent intraday to 2,997.80, while Manappuram Finance rose 3.2 per cent to 351. IIFL Finance rose 3 per cent to 649

Shivakumar seeks Zonal Council resolution to retain 543 LS seats

Mahabalipuram: Karnataka Chief Minister D K Shivakumar on Thursday, August 20, urged the Southern Zonal Council to adopt a resolution asking the

Indias rush to expand medical education may put patient safety at risk

Vijay Deverakonda Enjoys Family Time as Hyderabad Rains Affect Shoot

The film will be released in theatres in November or December.

Half of UK homes take longer to sell as buyers adopt wait & see approach: Heres why

A significant shift is occurring in the UK housing market, as half of British homes are now taking longer to sell compared to the previous year.

Shivakumar Flags Delimitation at Southern CMs' Conclave With Amit Shah

In his remarks, Shivakumar urged the Southern Zonal Council to adopt a resolution calling on the Union government to honour the 1971 census as th

Kanpur guard earning Rs 10,000 got a Rs 3 crore GST notice last year, lost his job, still running from pillar to post

Kanpur security guard Om Shukla, who earns Rs 10,000 a month, says he was wrongly issued a Rs 3 crore GST recovery notice over a firm called Om E

North Korea fires suspected ballistic missile, Japanese authorities say

North Korea fired a suspected ballistic missile toward the sea on Thursday. Japan's government and coastguard confirmed the projectile had alread

Live-in relationship between consenting adults akin to marriage, parents can't interfere: Delhi HC

The Delhi High Court stated live-in relationships are akin to marriage. Consenting adults have the right to choose partners without interference.

Bigg Boss Tamil 10: Baby Prabakaran, Ranjith Kumar Advance to Final Round of Agni Pariksha

Meanwhile, contestants Christian Christofer, Christian Kishore, and Keshav have been put on hold and have not been eliminated yet.

Badminton World Federation says India Open schedule could 'improve' further, wants players' support

The Badminton World Federation is examining the India Open tournament's scheduling. Concerns about pollution have led to a shift from January to

Former Congress MP Sajjan Kumar dies, Safdarjung Hospital sources say

Former Congress MP Sajjan Kumar died on Thursday, according to hospital sources. He was serving a life sentence for his role in the 1984 anti-Sik

Sajjan Kumar, ex-Congress MP convicted in 1984 riots case, dies at 80

Sajjan Kumar, ex-Congress MP convicted in 1984 riots case, dies at 80

Rajdhani Express stops for 90 elephants near Habaipur station, ensuring safe passage

A herd of ninety elephants, mostly calves, prompted the Rajdhani Express to stop. Forest personnel alerted railways, ensuring the herd's safe pas

In a 2023 Brazilian study, sheep under photovoltaic panels experienced 30% less radiant heat and up to 8C lower wool-surface temperatures

A recent study shows sheep benefit from solar panel shade during hot weather. These animals experience significantly less radiant heat exposure a

Two Arrested for Bribery in Ahmedabad to Prevent Demolition of Illegal Construction

Ahmedabad, August 20: The Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) has apprehended two individuals in Ahmedabad for allegedly accepting a bribe of 3.15 lakh.

Centre can resolve any Manipur issue, in 2-3 months if its determined: Cong

Manipur Congress chief O Ibobi Singh on Thursday asserted that the Centre can resolve any issue concerning the state, including the implementatio

Are midday meals becoming a health hazard?

Are midday meals becoming a health hazard

Govt official asks industry to utilise FTAs, focus on value addition, diversify export markets

Official says industry should use FTAs to expand market access, attract investment and technology, diversify supply chains, and build manufacturi

India turns to Venezuela amid West Asia crude oil supply disruptions

India is widening its crude oil sourcing to Latin America as disruptions linked to the Iran conflict and the Strait of Hormuz push the world's th

Mirai Gives Telugu Cinema Another Big Boost in Japan

Producer TG Vishwa Prasad, speaking to Deccan Chronicle, says the response reflects the growing international appeal of Telugu cinema.

India Inc should utilise FTAs, focus on value addition, diversify export markets, says govt official

Industry must utilize free trade agreements for expanded market access and investment. Value addition and supply chain resilience are crucial for

Russia hit Ukraine with dozens of missiles, 168 drones in overnight attack, Ukrainian air force says

The Kyiv region was the main target of the attack, the air force said on Telegram

Max Verstappen Extends Contract with Red Bull Until 2030

New Delhi, August 20: In a move that dispels doubts about his future in Formula 1, four-time world champion Max Verstappen has signed an extensio

Coal India sets sights on global minerals market

Did RAF fire non-existent plastic pellets at CJP protesters?

Did RAF fire nonexistent plastic pellets at CJP protesters

Aditya Dhar has a hilarious reaction to wife Yami Gautam's 'Bhabhi Daayan' look from Nayyi Navelli

On Tuesday, the motion poster of Yami Gautam's Nayyi Navelli was released. The fantasy family entertainer is set to release in cinemas during Dus

India will not tolerate insult to Bharat Mata: Chouhan slams Congress

Institutional investors' share in Nifty 50 falls to record low of 56.1% amid shift to mid and smallcap stocks: Report

Individual investors also reduced their allocation to Nifty 50 stocks during the quarter. Their allocation fell by 3.1% from the previous quarter