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Priyadarshini Free Travel Scheme Doubles Women Ridership in Kerala

Women now form 66 per cent of KSRTC commuters

Poor Rains Threaten Fine Rice Supply to Ration Card Holders

Delayed monsoon and inadequate irrigation have affected fine paddy cultivation, raising concerns over future procurement for the ration scheme.

Man out on bail in POCSO case kidnaps 17-year-old girl from Malakpet

BRICS nations adopt joint declaration social protection, skills and future of work at Hyderabad meeting

Delhi Government Approves Startup and Incubation Policy with 400 Crore Investment

New Delhi, July 16: The Delhi government, under the leadership of Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, has approved a new Startup and Incubation Policy ai

One Country, One Law For Everyone: CM Yadav

Mr. Yadav said that his government has initiated steps to implement UCC in the state

Cybercrime accounts for one in four major crime FIRs in Telangana

Of the 49,620 cybercrime FIRs registered across the country in 2025, 21,639 were registered in Telangana, accounting for 44% of the national tota

Tribal farmer producer company from Idukki launches drinking water brand Anjunad'

Brand launched by Girijyothi Farmer Producer Company, which is an initiative of the High Range Development Society and comprises over 700 tribal

Udayagiri to Emerge as Hub For Development, Jobs: Vemireddy

He said development works were continuing under the leadership of Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu despite the state's financial constraints

Government lists bills to amend FCRA Act, introduce Prevention of Insults to National Honour Act

The Lok Sabha secretariat said that the government has also listed the consideration and passing of the contentious Foreign Contribution (Regulat

Tirunelveli Corporation to increase underground drainage, drinking water connection deposits

Tigress found dead in Srisailam Tiger Reserve

Mulugu honey should be promoted under Maa Shakti brand: Seethakka

SHRC seeks report on sharing of aid recipients images on social media

Weather Tomorrow, July 17: IMD issues heavy rain alert for Odisha, UP, Bihar, West Bengal, Uttarakhand and northeast; Delhi to remain hot and humid. Check state-wise prediction

Weather Tomorrow, July 17: The India Meteorological Department forecasts heavy to very heavy rainfall across many Indian states. Odisha expects t

U.S. to change visa regulations for foreign students, journalists

The new final rule would create a fixed time period for F visas for international students, J visas that allow visitors on cultural exchange prog

NDA govt. restored power subsidy to all eligible aqua farmers, says Energy Minister Ravi Kumar

The policy adopted during the previous YSR Congress Party government excluded thousands of farmers from the subsidy scheme, he says

Engineers receive hands-on training in SCADA, IoT for wastewater management

Does national recognition come belatedly for south Indian artistes? | In Focus Podcast

The death of legendary singer S. Janaki has sparked debate over South Indian artistes recognition in major awards, questioning whether biases exi

NMC approves 150 MBBS seats at Alvas Institute of Medical Sciences from this academic year

Psychology says people who don't like ice cream are not strange, they may have higher sensory sensitivity

Food preferences are shaped by a wide range of factors, including individual taste, sensory experiences, culture, and personal habits. Whether so

Watch: No plastic, No sachets: Why is Aavin reviving milk vending machines? | Focus Tamil Nadu

Twelve years after shutting down its automatic milk vending machines, Aavin is bringing them back. The move comes as Tamil Nadu looks to reduce p

Madurai to host two-day Young Indians entrepreneurship summit

The two-day event will discuss on building billion-dollar businesses, building start-ups and Artificial Intelligence - its merits and demerits an

How does a hydrogen train work? Indias first one explained

Quote of the Day by Jennifer Garner: I try to eat in a way that Inspiring lessons on fitness, mindful eating, nutrition, lifestyle, habits and why you should listen to your body by the American actress known for her powerful performances and deep insights on health and wellness

Quote of the Day by Jennifer Garner: Jennifer Garners quote, I try to eat in a way that makes me feel good. If that means a little bite of chocol

Devotees demand to re-lay road to Kumaragiri Temple in Salem

Pinnacle Hospitals achieves rare milestone in paediatric microsurgery

HSL proposes greenfield shipyard in A.P. to boost domestic shipbuilding capacity

Machilipatnam and Dugarajapatnam identified as potential sites for expansion

Quote of the Day by George Orwell: 'Freedom is the freedom to say that two plus two make four...'- Timeless lessons on truth, intellectual courage, free speech, independent thinking, and defending reality by the famous author of dystopian novel 1984 and Animal Farm

Quote of the Day by George Orwell: George Orwell's quote highlights freedom's foundation in acknowledging reality. He believed truth's denial jeo

Karnataka Cabinet: Rahul Gandhi talks to DK Shivakumar, Siddaramaiah to finalise list after Mallikarjun Kharges return to Delhi

aRahul Gandhi discussed Karnataka's cabinet expansion with party leaders. Discussions were incomplete as key leaders were unavailable for meeting

Tourism Minister reviews rural development works in Kanniyakumari

FIFA World Cup |'Beating England means more than anything'; Argentina fans celebrate in Times Square

Psychology says people who listen to the same song on repeat are not unhealthy, they may be looking for familiarity and comfort

A common concern is that listening to the same song over and over might be unhealthy. Psychology suggests that this is usually not the case. For

Indian Navy to commission indigenous anti-submarine warfare vessel 'Malvan' on July 22

The ceremony will be presided over by Indian Air Force Chief Air Chief Marshal A P Singh, in the presence of Vice Admiral Sanjay Vatsayan, Flag O

NMPA chief hopeful of port handling 53 million tonnes of cargo this fiscal

Government lists Bill in Parliament to replace Ordinance that exempted FIIs from tax

The government had in June introduced an Ordinance that exempted foreign institutional investors and the Bank of International Settlements from c

Psychology says people who follow a strict daily schedule and wake up, eat and sleep at fixed times aren't rigid thinkers: What this behavior may reveal?

Psychology says people who follow a strict daily schedule and wake up, eat and sleep at fixed times aren't always trying to control everything ar

Newgen reports Revenue of 357 crores in Q1 FY'27, up 11% Q1 YoY; Profit After Tax at 63 crores, up 26% Q1 YoY

Newgen reports Revenue of 357 crores in Q1 FY'27, up 11% Q1 YoY; Profit After Tax at 63 crores, up 26% Q1 YoY

In Focus Podcast | Talking entrepreneurship with Ground Breaker Kanwal Rekhi

In this weekender episode, host G Sampath interviews guest Kanwal Rekhi, a pioneering entrepreneur and author, sharing insights from his remarkab

West Bengal: ED seizes Rs 40 lakh cash, 180 grams gold coins in searches at Harora Al-Jamiatul Islamia Darul Uloom

The recovery is part of ED's massive search operation carried out at 13 premises across West Bengal, Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, Haryana and Maharashtr

Uppinangady Police Bust Alleged Counterfeit Currency Printing Racket

Seven arrested after police busted an alleged counterfeit currency printing racket.

Tourism Minister inaugurates 3-day travel mart exhibition in Chennai

Over 400 exhibitors from various parts of the country and also from Bhutan and Nepal showcase nearly 28 national andinternational destinations

School Assembly News Headlines, July 17: Top National, International, Sports, Business & Education News

School Assembly News Headlines, July 17: Skyroot Aerospace plans its Vikram-1 rocket launch on July 18. India and the UK signed a trade agreement

State committed to complete SRLIP expeditiously, utilising Godavari waters optimally: Bhatti Vikramarka

Writer sees need for philosophical thought to address social, political challenges

He was speaking after releasing a book, Vartamanada Vivechaneya Dikkugalu (Directions of Contemporary Critical Thought), in Kalaburagi

Efforts on to set up interim firefighting facility in Kozhikode city following SHRC order

The move comes in the wake of widespread public outcry after the beach fire station was completely shifted out to Meenchanda, leaving the citys p

RBI's financial inclusion index rises 4.48 pc in FY26

The Reserve Bank's Financial Inclusion Index increased by 4.48 percent. This index measures financial inclusion across India's banking and insura

Quote of the day by Leo Tolstoy: 'He never chooses an opinion, he just wears whatever happens to be...' - Anna Karenina and The Death of Ivan Ilyich author's self-awareness quote on conformity, psychology of following trends, style, fashion and why you must think for yourself and form opinions

Quote of the day by Leo Tolstoy: Leo Tolstoy's quote highlights the danger of adopting popular opinions without critical thought. He compares opi

Quote of the Day by Erwin Rommel: Sweat saves blood, blood saves lives, but... why preparation matters, but intelligent decisions matter even more; timeless lessons on strategic thinking, leadership, discipline, and decision-making from the renowned German field marshal during World War II

Some lessons never lose their power, no matter how much the world changes. Todays Quote of the Day comes from Erwin Rommel: Sweat saves blood, bl

Row over inclusion of Kambala in Mysuru Dasara intensifies; protest on July 18

NITI Aayog charts 2047 roadmap to expand India's Bioeconomy to $2.6T

In a bid to realise India's $2.6 trillion BioEconomy vision by 2047, the country must move from fragmented initiatives to a coordinated national

Hundreds of devotees throng Vizianagaram for Lord Jagannath Swamy Rath Yatra event

Karnatakas Bidadi Township project and the land acquisition dispute | Explained

The Bidadi AI Township project, proposed to alleviate urban congestion, has led to widespread protests from farmers in the region and also reigni

India-UK Free Trade Pact Takes Effect; To Enhance Competitiveness of Goods in British Market

Zero-duty access for 99% of exports to enhance India's competitiveness in the UK

'My Son Died in a Hit-and-Run. His Killers Got Bail Because the Law is in Limbo'

I am not able to sleep. My son comes in my dreams and says, 'Papa, I need justice', says a bereaved father.

Protest by people displaced by Hidkal Dam continues in Belagavi

The day-and-night protest seeking fair compensation and proper rehabilitation for land acquired for the dam enters the third day

Minister downplays risks from data breach at Kudankulam nuclear plant

Speaking to The Hindu, Union MoS Jitendra Singh says the breach has nothing to do with nuclear security at the Kudankulam nuclear power plant; ex

FCRA renewal data: CIC says blanket denial appears 'misplaced', flags obstruction of RTI right

The Central Information Commission found the Home Ministry's denial of FCRA renewal data misplaced. It stated the CPIO obstructed the applicant's

Kejriwal visits Wangchuk at Jantar Mantar; recalls 2011 anti-corruption movement with Anna Hazare

The AAP chief urged Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan to step down, and suggested Sonam Wangchuk be made the countrys education ministe

Govt Begins Process to Resolve Avilala Land Dispute

Dr Venkateswar said the administration would hear the concerns of affected residents before arriving at a decision

CM Vijays Jana Nayagan release forces Tamil films to reconsider release plans

The announcement of the release of Vijays Jana Nayagan has forced a slew of smaller Tamil films to reconsider or reschedule their releases

Passport Seva Kendra opened at post office in Periyar Nagar

It will initially cater to about 40 applicants daily before gradually scaling up to 90

Hold discussions with stakeholders before organising Kambala in Mysuru, says MLA Sunil Kumar

Law student stabbed to death by former boyfriends brother

Vishvanath, Ganga punch their way to gold at Asian U-19 & U-23 Boxing C'ships

India concluded the Asian U-19 and U-23 Boxing Championships with strong performances. Vishvanath Suresh and Ganga secured gold medals in the U-2

BRS to hold Yuva Sangrama Sadassu to target Congress over promises made to youth

Cyber police issue lookout circular for controversial Kerala YouTuber Thoppi

A case was registered against him on June 20 for allegedly posting obscene visuals through streaming platforms

Cabinet approves Rs 14,447-crore elevated corridor along Ganga River to de-congest Varanasi roads

Students of Shivamogga school denied non-veg food for years; KDSS raises concern

The school hosts around 250 students from classes 6 to 10, hailing from various areas within the Shivamogga district

Couple found dead; domestic discord suspected

2 Vehicle Lifters Held, 15 Bikes Recovered

Prakasam police busted an inter-district bike theft racket and recovered 15 motorcycles.

Several devotees faint during Puri Jagganath rath yatra

IT Services Revenue Growth and Net Headcount Addition To Remain Muted This Fiscal

Currency gains aid margins, but AI disruption and slow spending cloud outlook.

5 Of Family Killed After Scooter Crashes Into Parked Tractor In Chhattisgarh

The accident occurred under Kumhari police station limits adjoining Raipur when the five family members were travelling on the scooter.

DCC launches SIR helpline

The helpline number 8826777445 would be available from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Everyone Does Naarebaazi In Democracy: Top Court Relief For Bhagwant Man

A bench of Chief Justice of India Surya Kant, Justice Joymalya Bagchi and Justice V Mohanawas was hearing the Chandigarh administration's challen

'Iran will be defeated': President Trump makes new remarks amid escalating Iran conflict

'Quality 'Learing' Centre received $10mn': Sen. Ernst exposes MN Child Care fraud at Senate hearing

From Spirituality to Nightlife, Israel Is Ready for the Curious Indian Traveller

Israels tourism strategy is moving beyond pilgrimage, inviting Indian travellers to discover its people, food, culture and diverse landscapes, sa

Mangapuram Temple Set for Vaibhavotsavams From July 17

Koil Alwar Tirumanjanam was performed on Thursday with religious fervour

Farmers stage protest seeking payment for green gram

The day-and-night indefinite agitation enters the third day in Hubballi

No compromise on food safety norms: Minister

Russian Ballistic Missile Strike Hits Kyiv, Sparks Fire

'Operations On Track': OnePlus Junks Report Of Quitting India

Junking a report on Thursday, the company told NDTV Profit that OnePlus India continues to operate its business as usual.

Akshar Yoga Kendraa Serves Over 2 Lakh Devotees Through Mahaprabhu Prasad Seva

Global volunteers from over 10 countries unite in a unique initiative celebrating Seva, Sanatana Dharma, and Indias spiritual heritage

Seven arrested for printing fake currency notes in Uppinangady

HRD Minister Nara Lokesh says A.P.s doors are always open for Amara Raja Group

The harassment faced by the group during the YSRCP term should never have happened, the Minister says in a social media post, while hoping that t

Mumbai's Taj Hotel Issued Rs 22 Crore Notice Over 26/11 Security Barricades

The civic body's action targets the heavy security barricades, bollards, and planters erected around the hotel's perimeter in June 2009 following

Karnataka Cabinet Reshuffle Delayed, High-Level Meetings Continue In Delhi

Amid the delay, a series of back to back meetings took place in New Delhi on Thursday, involving top Congress leaders from Karnataka and the part

Amit Shah performs mangala aarti at Jagannath Temple in Ahmedabad ahead of Rath Yatra