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'This year's theme is Ganga dynasty': DK Shivakumar opens Lalbagh Flower Show in Bengaluru

'Remove NTA, roll back NEP': AISA's Neha Bora raises education reform demands in Delhi

West Asia LIVE: Houthi missile attacks kill 58 Saudi-backed Yemeni government forces, says source

Oil continued its rise on Friday (August 7, 2026) amid further concerns around the opening of the Strait of Hormuz

National Handloom Day 2026: Theme, significance, history and celebrations

On August 7, 2026, India will proudly commemorate National Handloom Day, showcasing its vibrant handloom legacy. This year's celebration undersco

If we follow Ambedkar's advice on reservation, there is no problem: RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat says people should 'pass on benefits' to others

RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat stated affirmative action must continue until social discrimination ends. He emphasized reservation exists for social rea

Where to watch India vs Sri Lanka Cricket XI, Tour Match live on TV and stream online in India?

India and Sri Lanka are all set to take on each other in a two-game Test series. The first Test of the series will be held at Galle International

PM Modi Salutes India's Weavers on National Handloom Day

Prime Minister Narendra Modi also urged people to share their favourite handloom products and GRWM (Get Ready With Me) videos using the hashtag #

Flipkart Freedom Sale will start from August 8, know how much discount will be available on which model

In the Flipkart Freedom Sale starting from August 8, huge discounts have been announced on many popular smartphones of Nothing and Oppo. There ar

Priyank Kharge says RSS ideology unchanged despite new language at youth session

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To poll or not to poll: Trumps US economy claims tell only part of the story

Donald Trump touts economic successes, but facts present a mixed picture. Job growth has slowed considerably in recent years, despite record high

Iran's President met Mojtaba Khamenei in car's back seat in darkness; wasn't sure if it was him: Report

While clouds of uncertainty continues over Mojtaba Khamenei's whereabouts, Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian met the Supreme Leader at a secret

Vedang Raina and Sharvaris Main Vaapas Aaunga Set for Digital Debut

The filmmaker expressed gratitude toward the audience's response, adding that it inspires him to make more entertaining cinema. The positive reac

Prime Minister Modi to Meet NDAs New MPs for Breakfast Ahead of Parliament Session

New Delhi, August 7: Prime Minister Narendra Modi will meet the newly elected NDA Members of Parliament for breakfast on Friday morning, ahead of

Modi to Meet NDAs New MPs for Breakfast Ahead of Parliament Session

New Delhi, August 7: Prime Minister Narendra Modi will meet with newly elected Lok Sabha MPs of the NDA for breakfast on Friday morning, ahead of

Jio Independence Day offer: 100Mbps plan reduced by

In the Independence Day offer, Reliance Jio is offering a direct discount of Rs 6000 on its 100Mbps broadband plan. Along with this, the benefit

National Handloom Day: Inside the Bonda tribes enduring Ringa weaving tradition

On National Handloom Day, a look at how women of Odishas Bonda tribe continue to preserve the handwoven Ringa, a weave that defines their identit

India vs Sri Lanka: Bad weather threatens IND vs SL warm-up clash in Colombo, putting Shubman Gill-led side's Test preparations at risk

Colombo is set for persistent rain, with wet weather threatening to disrupt India's crucial three-day warm-up match ahead of the Test series. The

Breaking news live updates: Indian Grandmaster R. Praggnanandhaa wins 2026 Saint Louis Rapid & Blitz tournament with a round to spare

The hands that are shaping Amaravati

As Andhra Pradeshs greenfield capital takes shape, stories of migrant workers, women finding new livelihoods, and efforts to balance development

Karnatakas rice bowl shows no signs of filling up

Deficit rain recorded in June and July because of El-Nino, impact of the West Asia war and some local factors in the rice growing areas have all

Awarapan 2 villain is a leading Bollywood actress' brother; can you guess who?

Emraan Hashmi's Awarapan 2 has been creating a buzz ever since its trailer was unveiled on Thursday. Directed by Nitin Kakkar, the film serves as

CM Himanta Launches Nijut Moina, Nijut Babu Scheme Forms; 7 Lakh Assam Students To Benefit

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma launches application forms for Nijut Moina, Nijut Babu and SSP schemes. Around 7 lakh students are expec

Why Indias spacetech sector is outpacing the rest of deeptech

Indias deeptech startups have made significant progress in developing hardware, but many still struggle to scale commercially. Experts explain wh

Trump's Iran dilemma: He's stuck in war with no exit in sight

President Trump faces difficult choices in the ongoing Iran conflict. He is caught between granting Iran control of the Strait of Hormuz or escal

Saudi Arabia, Turkey, Pakistan To Sign Defence Pact Today: Report

Saudi Arabia, Turkey and Pakistan will sign a joint defence agreement in Jeddah on Friday, sources close to the Saudi military and government tol

Udaipur Power Cut Today (August 7, 2026): 52 Areas for 7 Hours

Udaipur, August 7, 2026:Electricity supply will remain suspended in several parts of Udaipur today due to scheduled maintenance work. The shutdow

Government should talk to students: BJP MLA Maithili Thakur backs Jharkhand JPSC-JSSC protest

ED raids five locations in Bihars Muger in digital job scam

During the search operations, various incriminating documents about immovable property, bank account details, agreements, investment details, lis

Indian-Origin PhD Student, Who Went Missing During Hike In US, Found Dead

Investigators have not released details about how he died, but there has been no indication of foul play either.

Supreme Court ends long-pending plea against Hinduja brothers relief in Bofors case

The Supreme Court dismissed a plea challenging a 2005 Delhi High Court order. This order had previously quashed criminal proceedings against the

Nigerian Security Forces Rescue 300 Kidnapping Victims

Kidnapping for ransom by criminal groups, jihadists and non-ideological gangs known as bandits has become a major crisis in Nigeria, especially a

Delhi-NCR Weather Today: Yellow alert in Delhi, Gurugram as Noida and Ghaziabad brace for more rain; check full IMD forecast

Delhi-NCR experienced persistent heavy rainfall on Friday, August 7, following a night filled with showers. Thursday's intense rain resulted in s

Ladakh body seeks withdrawal of cases, compensation to victims of 2025 violence

He said the public reaction to the Leh incident in the country could not evoke the same reaction as to the Delhi incident in spite of Ladakhis be

Your AI Assistant Could Soon Spend Money For You. Who Pays If It Goes Wrong?

Around 86 per cent of global IT and security leaders expect AI agents to outpace their organisation's security guardrails within the next year.

Haryana Board Compartment Result 2026 Out For Class 10, 12: Check Pass Percentage, Direct Link

HBSE has declared the Class 10 and 12 Compartment Result 2026. Students can check pass percentage, district-wise performance, and download their

Indian students face setback as US visa approvals drop by 62 per cent despite making up majority groups

The number of US student visas issued to Indian nationals fell by 62 per cent in 2025 compared with the previous year, marking a significantly st

Shiprocket trims IPO size; Cresas creative fix for sanitary pad disposal

Shiprocket has reduced the size of its IPO by nearly 31% to Rs 1,617.6 crore, from Rs 2,342 crore. Meanwhile, Cresa makes hot-water-soluble sanit

Video: Gujarat's Mystery Well Moves On Its Own Again, Villagers Left Stunned

Residents of Virparda village in Morbi, Gujarat, witnessed mysterious movement in a local well for the second time in recent days.

AIMIM Corporator, Accused Of Sheltering Ex-TCS Staffer Nida Khan, Arrested

Matin Patel was accused of sheltering ex-TCS staffer Nida Khan, who was named in the religious conversion case. A case was registered against him

'War to end pretty soon': Trump says Iran 'can't go much longer,' optimistic about Strait of Hormuz talks

President Trump believes the Iran conflict will end soon and stated the nation cannot continue. He expressed optimism regarding negotiations conc

'Generated $24M for Indian economy': Netflix co-CEO at 'Operation Safed Sagar' premiere

Teen Rescued After Bridge Jump Leaves Her Stranded On Rocks In California

The teenager was conscious and able to communicate when first responders reached her, but she was unable to move.

National Handloom Day: Indian fashion labels make traditional weaves an everyday choice

From jamdani shirts and Chanderi dresses to Benarasi weaves and contemporary block prints, these labels are reimagining Indias handcrafted textil

Real Madrid Sign Ivory Coast Winger Yan Diomande

Moving to Real Madrid is a childhood dream come true for me, Diomande was quoted as saying in a Leipzig statement.

Beyond The Bottom Line: Decoding Operational Efficiency

In the world of corporate finance, profitability is more than just a bottom-line number; it is a reflection of operational efficiency. While many

MCC NEET UG Counselling 2026: OCI And NRI Candidates Must Verify Documents For NRI Eligibility

MCC has asked OCI and NRI candidates to complete document verification for NRI eligibility before choice filling. Check the latest counselling ad

Saudi Arabia, Pakistan and Turkey to sign defence pact on Friday: How it could reset the dynamics in Mideast

Saudi Arabia, Pakistan and Trkiye will sign a trilateral defence pact on Friday against the backdrop of the over five-month long conflict between

J&K BJP distances itself from slogans, berating Kashmir women, during rally in Kashmir

Ruling National Conference said the apology tendered by the BJP spokesman was not enough

War Must End Soon: Trump Optimistic on Iran, Strait of Hormuz Talks

President Trump's remarks come amid continued uncertainty over renewed US-Iran diplomacy following the collapse of the 14-point Memorandum of Und

Rahul Gandhi Gets Permission For UP Students Event. Conditions Apply

KP Trust permits Rahul Gandhi's Chhatron Ki Goonj event with conditions after initial revocation

Indias healthcare AI race isnt about bigger models. Its about better diagnostics

AI is bound to have an impact on the future of medicine. But the most valuable thing that AI will do for us will definitely be beyond substitutin

Home Loan Subsidies: Meaning, Process, and Benefits Explained

Buying a home is a major financial milestone, but the overall cost of property ownership can make the journey challenging for many families. Alon

Former India cricketer opens up on 'unfair' treatment of Abhimanyu Easwaran ahead of IND vs SL Tests

The Indian team is all set to take on Sri Lanka in a two-game Test series. The two sides will take on each other in the first Test of the series

Elon Musk's DOGE Overstated Savings On Federal 'Receipts' Website: Auditor

Some of the savings touted by Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency are incorrect or lack supporting evidence, according to federal aud

NASA astronauts Anil Menon, Jessica Meir undertake spacewalk to upgrade space station

The spacewalk 281st in support of the space station sixth for Ms. Meir and first for Mr. Menon began at 8.33 a.m. EDT (6.03 p.m. IST) on Thursd

Trump rolls out trade measures to counter China on solar and chips, slaps 15% tariff on polysilicon

The White House has established price floors and a fifteen percent tariff on polysilicon products. This action aims to bolster domestic chip and

Quote of the day by Marlon Brando: 'The caste system may be more highly developed in countries like India or England, but every...' - deep quote by Oscar-winning actor of On the Waterfront and The Godfather teaches life lessons on hidden reality of social hierarchies and why social divisions exist

Quote of the day by Marlon Brando: Marlon Brando believed societies divide people based on status and background. His quote highlights how cultur

Morning Digest: DMK lays down conditions to support delimitation Bill; Amit Shah assures FCRA Bill religion-neutral, and more

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Students protest fee hike and HEFA-NEP 2020 model at Delhi University

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US To Examine Foreign Journalists' Social Media Accounts For Visas: Report

The US State Department will vet the social media accounts of foreign journalists applying for visas to work in the United States, according to a

The Paradise teaser out; Nani's gritty avatar locks horns with Raghav Juyal in Srikanth Odela's action drama

The much-awaited teaser of Nani's Telugu action epic, The Paradise, was released by the makers on Thursday, August 6. Directed by Srikanth Odela,

Five health benefits of ginger

From warming winter teas to zesty stir-fries, ginger (Zingiber officinale) has long been a kitchen staple. But beyond its culinary charm, this sp

JD(U) MP urges central government not to renew Farakka Water Treaty with Bangladesh

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Trump hints at resolution with Iran, says war to 'end pretty soon'; denies report of munitions shortage

US President Donald Trump said on Thursday (local time) that the conflict with Iran, which began on February 28, will likely end pretty soon as h

School Half-Day New Time Table: Now schools will have half-day on Saturdays, Education Department has released a new timetable.

School New Time Table:Re-implementing the half-day system in government schools, Bihar Education Department has ordered the schools to be closed

Survey: 81% of study-abroad aspirants plan to return home

Did Trump Lash Out At Hegseth Over Weapons Shortage Amid Iran War? What US Said

According to The Washington Post, Trump demanded to know why he had apparently been misled about shortages of key missiles and air-defence system

What Next for the Cockroaches? Abhijeet Dipke

By Rajdeep Sardesai India is a country where improbable stories have an uncanny habit of occasionally becoming reality. Every day, millions dream

Temporary disability cert no bar for PwBD quota MBBS seat: NMC

Gift of Life Run marks 16th Indian Organ Donation Day

To commemorate the 16th Indian Organ Donation Day, MOHAN Foundation, in collaboration with Forged Run Club, organised the Gift of Life Run 10K, I

Breastfeeding awareness programme held at Thoubal

As part of the observance of World Breastfeeding Week 2026, celebrated worldwide from August 1 to 7, the Lions Club of Thoubal, in collaboration

Mount Everest College celebrates XIV Commerce Day

The Department of Commerce, Mount Everest College Autonomous , Senapati, celebrated its XIV Commerce Day on Wednesday under the theme Trade, Inve

MSPCL announces power shutdown Khoupum supply to remain disrupted for a week

The Manipur State Power Company Limited MSPCL has informed the public that essential jungle cutting and line clearance works will be carried out

ABDM Scan Share system launched at Chandel District Hospital KAYAKALP awardees felicitated

In a significant step towards strengthening digital healthcare services, the Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission ABDM Scan Share Online OPD Token Gen

Art Culture Director appeals for cooperation to preserve and digitise manuscripts

Director of Arts and Culture K Dinamani Singh has appealed to owners of manuscripts to extend cooperation to the survey team under the Government

Hiroshima Day 2026 observed

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DM College of Science celebrates 80th Foundation Day

The 80th Foundation Day of DM College of Science, Imphal was observed at the college

Printing Stationery Directorate launches

The Printing and Stationery Directorate, Government of Manipur on Thursday launched PrintFlow 360 , an online digital workflow platform, at its o

Shija Hospital observes World Breastfeeding Week 2026

Shija Hospitals Research Institute, in collaboration with the Breastfeeding Promotion Alliance of Manipur, observed World Breastfeeding Week 2026

Trump Signs Order Targeting 'Birth Tourism'

They've taken birthright citizenship and they've made a joke out of it, Trump told journalists in the Oval Office.

Morning Brief Podcast: IT Secy on ISM 2.0, Social Media Regulation & India's AI Race

Morning Brief Podcast: IT Secy on ISM 2.0, Social Media Regulation & India's AI Race

FPIs, trading companies tap Sebi, centre for tax breather

Investors from abroad are pressing regulators for a decrease in securities transaction taxes to alleviate the burden of double capital gains taxe

Settling with a few cases won't stop CBI probe: Supreme Court warns realtors

Researchers found how smoking, diabetes and high blood pressure may affect Alzheimer's and vascular dementia differently

New research indicates dementia risk factors impact the brain uniquely. Common vascular risks damage brain blood vessels and white matter. Diabet

US Court Orders Meta To Pay $567 Million To Address Kids' Mental Health

A New Mexico court has ordered Instagram and Facebook parent company Meta to pay $567 million to address harms to young people from its platforms

Trump Suggests Anthony Fauci Should Be Prosecuted Over Covid Hearing

US President Donald Trump on Thursday suggested that Dr. Anthony Fauci should be prosecuted, hours after Republican Senator Rand Paulo said that

A hidden black hole stayed invisible until it destroyed a passing star, revealing a cosmic mystery

Astronomers have identified a dormant supermassive black hole far from its galaxy's center. This hidden object revealed itself by tearing apart a

Corporate India's boards get younger, but top companies stick with experience

The average age of directors on NSE-listed companies has declined significantly over the past decade. However, boards at Nifty 100 and Nifty 500

India plans safe space for local satellite communications players

Global satellite players must coordinate with Indian constellations for spectrum access. This ensures unhindered domestic presence in the growing