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PM-KUSUM Scheme Brings Relief to Farmers Amidst Drought and Power Cuts

Jalna, August 20: The central governments Pradhan Mantri Kisan Urja Suraksha evam Utthaan Mahabhiyan (PM-KUSUM) scheme has proven to be a boon fo

Four Dead from Toxic Liquor in Bhavnagar

Bhavnagar, August 20: Four people have died after consuming toxic liquor in Bhavnagar district of Gujarat, while 18 others have been hospitalized

Trump pauses 50% tariffs on Canada as last-minute trade deal emerges

Trump pauses tariffs on Canada as lastminute trade deal emerges

SCO Digital Economy Forum to be Held in Urumqi

Beijing, August 20: The 2026 Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Digital Economy Forum will take place from September 14 to 16 in Urumqi, the

In 1896, a French physicist accidentally discovered radioactivity after leaving uranium crystals on photographic plates wrapped in black paper inside a dark drawer

In 1896, a French physicist accidentally discovered radioactivity after leaving uranium crystals on photographic plates wrapped in black paper in

5 Zodiac signs finally see their luck turn around before August 2026 ends

The conclusion of August 2026 marks a pivotal moment for five zodiac signs. Leo's newfound confidence drives its actions, whereas Libra enjoys a

Sikkim Government Considers Ban on Two-Wheelers in Protected Areas

Gangtok, August 20: The Sikkim government is contemplating a ban on two-wheelers in restricted areas if the state cabinet approves a proposal dis

91 local bodies to compete in Pookalam contest in Keralams Kozhikode

The competition will feature grama panchayats, block panchayats, municipalities, and the Kozhikode Corporation, grouped into 11 clusters. The win

Mysterious Death of Elderly Woman in Asansol Leads to Police Custody of Son and Daughter-in-Law

Asansol, August 20: A suspicious death of an elderly woman occurred in Asansol, West Bengal, on Wednesday. The police have taken her younger son

Quote of the day by Oscar Wilde: To live is the rarest thing in the world. Most people exist, that is all an important lesson on stepping beyond routine and truly living by pursuing meaningful experiences, relationships, passions and purpose

Oscar Wilde's quote highlights the difference between existing and living fully. Most people simply go through life without experiencing its true

ECI Extends Deadline for Maharashtras Special Intensive Revision, Final Voter List Set for November 4

Mumbai, August 20: The Election Commission of India (ECI) has announced a significant change in the schedule for the Special Intensive Revision (

College closed after MSF protest over union chairmans suspension

The protest had turned violent when the Principal was allegedly assaulted by students

A Palestinian state is the foundation for regional peace

The road to peace in West Asia runs through Palestinian statehood

Court Ruling Highlights Mental Cruelty in Family Disputes

Raipur, August 20: The Bilaspur High Court in Chhattisgarh has ruled on a divorce case, emphasizing that while marriage establishes a new family,

Sonia Gandhi Did Not Halt Vande Mataram; BJP Diverts Attention from Real Issues: Shambhavi Shukla

Surat, August 20: Shambhavi Shukla, the National Secretary of the Indian Youth Congress, stated that only the Gandhi family can refuse the positi

Before new taxes, making every rupee count

Before Tamil Nadu asks for more, it must collect better and spend smarter

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Grant permanent commission to woman Coast Guard officer: Apex Court to Centre

In a significant ruling, the Supreme Court has called upon the Centre to bestow Priya Tyagi with a permanent commission, highlighting that talent

Ireland Announces ODI Squad Against England, Gabby Lewis to Captain

Dublin, August 20: Ireland has announced a 14-member womens squad for the upcoming three-match ODI series against England, set to take place in S

Japanese proverb of the day: If you are in a hurry, go the long way around An important lesson on how slowing down, planning carefully and avoiding shortcuts can help you reach your goals faster and with fewer mistakes

A Japanese proverb suggests going the long way when in a hurry. This means taking time for patience, preparation, and careful planning. Rushing o

Ban on registration of petrol, diesel, CNG smaller light goods vehicles in Delhi from January 1, 2027

Same restriction will come into effect in Gurugram, Faridabad, Sonipat, Ghaziabad and Gautam Buddha Nagar from July 1, 2027

Institutionalise NTA & introduce tech changes: Supreme Court

The Supreme Court underscored the need for the National Testing Agency to be institutionalized to ensure future resilience. Highlighting the impo

Rajasthan Government Addresses Paper Leak Issues Amidst Political Criticism

Jaipur, August 20: Rajasthans Minister Jogaram Patel has addressed several pressing issues, including paper leaks, the state assembly session, lo

India to build hospital in West Bank; seeks to deploy field hospital in Gaza

Palestinian ambassador calls for halting illegal Israeli settlements in West Bank

Vote of trust: On Trumps appreciation, clean electoral rolls in India

Clean electoral rolls are a must, but must not be weaponised by state

In 1914, USDA researchers imported Australian melaleuca seeds into the United States. 100 years later, the fast-growing tree had conquered 500,000 acres of South Florida after being planted to help dry the Everglades

Australian melaleuca seeds were imported to the United States in 1914 for agricultural purposes. Later, the Army Corps of Engineers planted melal

India may see family wealth worth $1.5 trillion change hands in 10 years

India anticipates a significant intergenerational wealth transfer exceeding one trillion dollars. Family wealth is becoming more institutionalize

Due diligence: On surrogate advertising

Curbs on surrogate advertising must avoid regulatory overreach

Two Mumbai doctors to receive Pakistans top civilian award for keeping Jinnah illness secret

Two doctors from Mumbais Parsi community, a physician and a radiologist, will receive Pakistans Nishan-e-Imtiaz for keeping Muhammad Ali Jinnahs

Vice President Radhakrishnan Advocates for Sustainable Development and Conservation

Dehradun, August 20: Vice President C.P. Radhakrishnan addressed the Indian Forest Service (IFS) candidates of the 2025-2027 batch and officials

Skoda Bets on Sedans, Unveils New Slavia, to Bring in Octavia RS, New Superb

Similarly, the carmaker also announced pre-booking of the Octavia RS and the Superb, which will be delivered in the second quarter of next year.

Disability groups flag Census 2027 gaps, say form misses several recognised disabilities

A coalition of disability rights groups and activists has raised concerns over the proposed Census 2027 enumeration, saying its nine disability c

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ACB finds irregularities in Karimnagar civic body town planning section

DPL 2026: Nitish and Ayush Shine as Lions Defeat Tigers by 6 Wickets

New Delhi, August 20: The West Delhi Lions triumphed over the New Delhi Tigers by 6 wickets in the 35th match of the Delhi Premier League (DPL) 2

Tamil Nadu MLAs to get car, assistant for constituency work; Rs 75,000 car allowance

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay announced that all assembly members will be provided a car and an assistant to support constituency work

In 1945, Hiroshimas atomic blast vaporized metal, glass, soil and water; 81 years later, scientists studying the cooled material found strange glass spheres that may preserve a never-before-seen alloy

After decades of 1945 Hiroshima atomic bombing, scientists studying tiny glass particles found around Hiroshima Bay have identified evidence of a

Mahatma Gandhi Cancer Hospital completes 300 Bone Marrow Transplants

World Photography Day: GVMC Commissioner inaugurates photo exhibition

Rajasthan CM Bhajanlal Sharma Urges BJP Legislators to Showcase Government Achievements Ahead of Assembly Session

Jaipur, August 20: The Rajasthan Assembly session is set to commence on Thursday. A day prior, Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma convened a meeting

Tamil Nadu Premier League | Trichy Grand Cholas batters redeem themselves

After being bundled out for 85 by Kovai Kings at Dindigul, the team piles up 197 against Dragons;the total proves enough as Antony and Easwaran h

Ladakh groups submit non-negotiable demands for elected assembly, home affairs under govt

Representatives of Ladakh submitted a set of non-negotiable demands to the Ministry of Home Affairs, including an elected legislative assembly he

BLOs should explain contents of notices

Consider relaxing firecracker noise limit curbs before Diwali: SC to CPCB

The Supreme Court asked the CPCB to explore partial relaxation of firecracker rules. This request came during a hearing on Delhi's pollution mena

The IISERs have a leadership problem

While there is no rule that the chairperson of a scientific institution must be a scientist, it matters for each institutions credibility and vis

Marathi Language Proficiency Mandatory for Auto-Taxi Drivers in Maharashtra

Mumbai, August 20: Maharashtras Transport Minister Pratap Sarnaik announced on Wednesday that auto-rickshaw and taxi drivers in the state must no

Kashmir an important part of India, says Sergio Gor; US to reevaluate advisories on travel to J&K

US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor, on his first visit to Jammu and Kashmir, met Chief Minister Omar Abdullah in Srinagar and said the US would re

NASA drops Swift Observatory rescue as Katalyst spacecraft loses control

NASA drops Swift Observatory rescue as Katalyst spacecraft loses control

Apple iPhone 17 Pro now at Rs 63,460 on Flipkart: Check exchange and bank offers and how to get the deal

The iPhone 17 Pro is currently listed on Flipkart for Rs 1,32,900. However, many buyers can take advantage of bank promotions, bringing the final

Group-1 Exam Irregularities Unprecedented, Says Naidu

This, he said, seriously compromised the credibility of the recruitment process for senior state officials.

U.S. Ambassadors Statement Marks Major Diplomatic Success for India, Experts Say

New Delhi, August 20: The recent visit of U.S. Ambassador Sergio Gore to Jammu and Kashmir, along with his meeting with Chief Minister Omar Abdul

Jagan Tells Party Leaders, Activists to Work for YSRC Victory in Local Body Polls

He sounded confident that the YSRC would emerge victorious.

Medical procurement scam files destroyed, claims AAP

Karnataka Government Orders Continuation of Pensions for Eligible Beneficiaries

Bengaluru, August 20: The Karnataka Revenue Department has issued an order to continue pensions for eligible beneficiaries under the Social Secur

Telangana Photographic Society Launches Inaugural Awards

TPS president Arvind Chenji said the awards were instituted in the belief that photography depends not only on those who create images, but also

CNG cylinder blast at filling station near Tikri Metro kills three

Quote of the Day by Marie Curie: Life is not easy for any of us... We must believe that we are... an enduring life lesson on perseverance, self-confidence, personal purpose, and why true human fulfillment requires honoring individual potential over submitting to inevitable adversity, by the Nobel Prize-winning scientist

Quote of the Day by Marie Curie: Life is not easy for any of us... confronts the reality that hardship is a universal default, not a personal def

Pension income ceiling enhanced to 1.20 lakh, set to benefit over 20 lakh people

Akhilesh Yadavs Arrogance Could Cost SP Dearly in Upcoming Elections: Narendra Kashyap

Hapur, August 20: Uttar Pradesh Minister Narendra Kashyap has launched a scathing attack on Samajwadi Party President Akhilesh Yadav, labeling hi

Hariprasad urges SIT probe into cooperative bank irregularities involving BJP MLA

Satyendar Jain and five others sent to two weeks judicial custody in tender case

Court grants ACB two-day police custody of Ankit Srivastav; AAP leaders counsel questions the circumstances leading to his arrest a day earlier

Delhi SIR: draft roll publication deferred to Aug. 31 amid delay in polling station rationalisation

ET World Leaders Forum: It's time for Indian cos to scale across global markets with Dubai as the base

Indian companies have long played a major role in Dubais economy, with nearly 82,000 active Indian businesses registered with the Dubai Chamber o

Delhi CM Rekha Gupta, L-G flag off 56 ladies special buses, including 26 on Delhi University routes

Bird evolution didnt happen steadily: AI reveals 45 million years of climate-driven changes in skeletons

Bird skeletons reveal evolutionary history shaped by climate shifts and environmental upheaval. Artificial intelligence analyzed thousands of mus

Ivan DSouza takes govt. to task over delay in Yettinahole project

Government courts Gen Z, Alpha with social media, campus outreach

The government is ramping up efforts to improve ministers' digital engagement and foster direct connections with students. Ministers have receive

M.P. Nathanael | Can Police Use of Pellet Guns Be Fully Banned?

Five injured protesters revive concerns over the risks of pellet guns and non-lethal alternatives

Pakistan Protests US Ambassadors Comments on Jammu and Kashmir

Islamabad, August 20: Pakistan has formally protested against comments made by US Ambassador Sergio Gore regarding Jammu and Kashmir. The protest

China's youth jobless rate rises to 17.9% amid record influx of graduates, economic slowdown

China's youth unemployment reached 17.9 percent in July, a significant increase. A record 12.7 million graduates entered a struggling job market

Kenya safari helicopter crash kills seven, including five Americans

Kenya safari helicopter crash kills seven including five Americans

Sunanda K. Datta-Ray | Tata at Crossroads: Noel or Still Chandrasekaran?

Tata succession race puts family ties, governance and leadership under scrutiny

Delhi HC questions MP/MLA endorsement for Lakshmi Yojana benefits

DC Edit | SC Probe May Help Define Limits of Permissible Force

Court intervention seeks accountability over alleged excesses against student protesters

RIL plans 2.73 lakh cr coal gasification project

US ambassador hints at downgrading travel warning for J

Calls J&K important part of India, praises safety measures Jammu Tawi, Aug 19:Describing Jammu and Kashmir as an important part of India, United

Amit Shah Arrives in Chennai for Southern Regional Council Meeting

Chennai, August 20: Union Home Minister Amit Shah arrived in Chennai on Wednesday night. He is set to chair the 31st meeting of the Southern Regi

Sinha calls for universities to foster opportunity creators

Says true measure of Universitys success lies in its students, alumni Jammu Tawi, Aug 19:Asking varsities to transform students into creators of

CCI relaxes commitment norms, extends filing window to 60 days

The Commission has eased the timeline for preliminary considerations of applications by it to 15 working days from the current seven. Also, the d

T.N. police constitute internal vigilance cells

The cells aim to strengthen integrity, transparency, and public confidence in the Police Department

GVMC Projects Review Flags Delays, Lack of Quality Monitoring

He directed officials to expedite these projects and improve the infrastructure for citizens.

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National Dam Safety Panel Hails HYDRAA Lake Restoration Model

The plans include protecting the lake boundaries, safeguarding public assets and preserving the surrounding environment.

Bihar Police Crackdown on Corruption Racket, Four Arrested Including SHO

Patna, August 20: A serious case of alleged illegal detention, extortion, and bribery has emerged from the Jadoopur police station in Gopalganj d

Consultants of faulty detailed project reports culprits: Nitin Gadkari

Such poor quality DPR that today on road, 5 lakh accidents occur, and 1.8 lakh deaths, and all have problems of defective DPR, Gadkari said. The

Buddhi Clinic, The Hindu to organise webinar on future of integrative mental health

In 2012, PacifiCorp launched a trap-and-haul program to move adult salmon upstream past Merwin Dam. 14 years later, researchers found 2 stages in the system but 1 decisive bottleneck: young salmon failing to find the artificial current downstream

A trap-and-haul program on Washingtons Lewis River helps adult Chinook salmon bypass Merwin Dam by transporting them in trucks to upstream spawni

International conference held at Yadava College

HMDA to E-Auction Mokila Plots on Sept 2

A large number of prospective bidders attended a prebid meeting on Wednesday to seek clarity on the auction process and plot details.

Jashn-e-Adab to mark 15 years with four-day festival in Delhi