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Voltas Q1 results: Net profit jumps 51% to 212.8 cr

Revenue from operations stood at 4,673.5 crore in the June quarter of FY27, up 18.65%.

Morocco arrests 111 migrants headed for Spains Ceuta in security crackdown

A source in Moroccos Interior Ministry told Reuters those detained included 109 migrants from sub-Saharan Africa and two Moroccan citizens arrest

One week of extreme heat in Europe linked to 16,000 excess deaths: Report

E. coli bacteria found in drinking water at several railway stations: CAG

CAG studies passenger services at 512 non-suburban grade stations across all zones

Save us from daily harassment

Women passengers travelling on Ama Buses in Odisha have urged the state government to introduce dedicated women-only services during peak hours,

Cochin Shipyard Q1 net profit down 19.36% at 151.45 cr

Cochin Shipyard's total expenses rose to 958.76 crore in the June quarter of this fiscal.

Shah Rukh Khan, Ajay Devgn, Tiger Shroff get FDA notices over Vimal Elaichi ad

Shah Rukh Khan Ajay Devgn Tiger Shroff get FDA notices over Vimal Elaichi ad

Proud to be a dimagi naxal: P Chidambaram hits back at PM Modi

P Chidambaram proudly embraced Prime Minister Modi's 'dimagi naxal' label. Modi warned of ideological Naxals posing threats to the nation. Congre

Hyderabad-based pharma firms donate to charity of Tirupati temple

Tirupati: Two Hyderabad-based pharmaceutical firms have donated Rs 50 lakh each to Sri Venkateswara Pranadana Trust, a medical charity run by the

IND vs SL live streaming: Where to watch 1st Test Day 2 action live?

India will resume Day 2 at 288 for two, with Devdutt Padikkal unbeaten on 131 and Rishabh Pant on 27. Play will begin early at 9:45 am IST, with

The Inspiring Journey of Dashrath Manjhi: The Mountain Man Who Carved a Road Through a Mountain

New Delhi, August 16: In a small village in Bihar, surrounded by rocky hills and vast isolation, lived a man who refused to accept that geography

NMDC Q1 results: Net profit up 2% to 2,005.71 cr

During April-June, the company increased its total income to 7,142.54 crore, up 1.5%.

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Independence Day Article - By Governor of Uttarakhand

Lt Gen Gurmit Singh (Retd) PVSM, UYSM, AVSM, VSM writes:

Students in Ranchi Shift Protest Tactics, Announce Effigy Burning Against Government

Ranchi, August 16: The ongoing student protests against alleged irregularities in the JPSC-JSSC examinations have entered their 23rd day. On Sund

India@80 celebrations in New Jersey set Guinness record for America@250 tribute

India celebrations in New Jersey set Guinness record for America tribute

Eighty years ago today, Calcutta burned. But India didn't heed the warning

Eighty years ago today Calcutta burned But India didnt heed the warning

Aurovilles kilns go cold as soaring LPG prices leave pottery piling up

Aurovilles pottery community is struggling with higher LPG and wood costs following the Iran war. Potters are rationing kiln firings, changing pr

Indias VIHAAN Broadband Chip Achieves First-Pass Silicon Success, Production Tapeout Targeted For 2027

Heavy Rain Forecast for Four Districts in Northern Tamil Nadu

Chennai, August 16: The Regional Meteorological Centre has predicted heavy rainfall in four northern districts of Tamil Nadu, including Chengalpa

Patanjali Foods Q1 results: Profit rises 86% to 336 cr

Total income rose to 11,341.89 crore during the first quarter of this fiscal.

India beat Wales 3-1 in Hockey World Cup opener; Harmanpreet Singh scores twice

India opened their FIH Mens Hockey World Cup 2026 campaign in style, defeating Wales 3-1 in their Pool D opener at the Wagener Stadium in Amstelv

US Consulate visa applications flag passport fraud in Hyderabad

Hyderabad: A man landed in trouble after his multiple US visa applications at the consulate in Hyderabad exposed alleged passport fraud. The accu

Body of Former West Bengal Deputy Speaker Ashish Banerjee Found in Office

Kolkata, August 16: The body of Ashish Banerjee, a senior politician and former MLA of the Trinamool Congress in West Bengal, was discovered on S

India has around 440 space technology startups: DPIIT Start-up India portal

The Union Cabinet led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi took a decision in June 2020 to open up the Space sector and enable the participation of In

Indian athletics team to have camp in Japan ahead of Asian Games

In June, Sports Authority of India signed an MoU with the University of Tsukuba to facilitate participation of Indian athletes, coaches, and spor

'Zameen, aasmaan, paataal': NSA Ajit Doval recalls PM Modi's message that shaped Operation Sindoor

Prime Minister Narendra Modi had given a clear directive that perpetrators of the 2025 Pahalgam attack that left 26 people, mostly tourists, dead

CBI re-registers BSP leader Armstrong murder case

Investigators visit scene of crime in Perambur

Struggling to maintain the shine of your cast aluminum furniture? Here are few tips to guide you to retain fresh look and renew its sheen

Cast aluminum furniture offers durability and modern design for various spaces. Regular cleaning prevents dullness and protects the furniture's s

Sonia, Rahul Disrespected Vande Mataram: MP CM Yadav; Seeks Apology

Several BJP leaders also accused Sonia Gandhi of objecting to the singing of the full version of Vande Mataram at the event, a charge that the Co

IND vs SL, 1st Test Day 2: Padikkal, Pant to resume India charge in Galle

IND vs SL st Test Day Padikkal Pant to resume India charge in Galle

Trump Says US Will Take Strait Of Hormuz After Iran War, Tehran Rejects 'Fanciful Delusions'

Moto G Max vs Realme 16x 5G vs OnePlus Nord CE 6 Lite: Which One Is Better?

Moto G Max was launched in India earlier this week with a 6.72-inch display and a Snapdragon 6s Gen 4 chipset. It has a 7,000mAh battery. Here's

US or China: Washington to tell partners they must pick sides in AI race

Letters to be sent to 35 AI coalition members; recipients to include Kazakhstan, only known member of both US and Chinese coalitions and a source

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Former Bengal deputy speaker found hanging at TMC office

Rampurhat: Former deputy speaker of West Bengal Assembly, Ashis Banerjee, was found hanging at a TMC party office in Birbhum district on Sunday m

Messi Misses Penalty, Fumes At Referee As Nashville Hammer Inter Miami

Messi's record from the penalty spot is poor by his sky-high standards, including missing twice at the World Cup.

Quarrel over funeral expenses leads to murder in Hyderabad

Hyderabad: A dispute between two brothers over their fathers funeral expenses led to a murder in Hyderabads Saroornagar on Saturday, August 15. T

Indian Mens Hockey Team Faces England in World Cup Showdown

New Delhi, August 16: The FIH Hockey World Cup 2026 has kicked off, co-hosted by Belgium and the Netherlands from August 15 to 30. The Indian men

Modi pays tribute to Atal Bihari Vajpayee on death anniversary

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday paid tribute to former prime minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee on his death anniversary and said he

Watch: 26 more bodies recovered in Zimbabwe ferry disaster; death toll mounts to 72

Former Bengal Deputy Speaker Ashis Banerjee Found Dead at TMC Office

The exact circumstances leading to his death are yet to be ascertained

Rescue ops continue after Indonesia quake kills 47, injures over 100

Searchers dug through collapsed buildings and landslide debris Sunday in eastern Indonesia as they searched for bodies and possible survivors a d

Tragic Accident in Karnal: One Dead and Over 20 Injured in High-Voltage Wire Incident

Karnal, August 16: A tragic incident occurred in Karnal district of Haryana late Sunday night. A canter filled with devotees came into contact wi

Hamas chief heads to Cairo for talks ahead of Kushner visit

We continue to await pressure from the mediators and the U.S. side on Netanyahu and his government to compel him to abide by the roadmap, said Ha

Sonia, Rahul Gandhi disrespected Vande Mataram: MP CM Yadav; seeks apology

Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav accused senior Congress leaders of insulting the national song Vande Mataram. He demanded an apology fr

'Extraordinary statesman': President Murmu, PM Modi pay tribute to Vajpayee on his death anniversary

Novak Djokovic struggles in heat, vomiting before shock Cincinnati Open defeat

Novak Djokovic struggles in heat vomiting before shock Cincinnati Open defeat

Noida AC skywalk connecting Sector 51 and 52 delayed, here's the new opening date

The much-awaited AC skywalk connecting Noida Sector 51 and Sector 52 metro stations will not open to the public on August 16 as initially planned

Is Netanyahu headed for setback in Israel election? No Trump endorsement raises eyebrows

Rare Conjunction of Nag Panchami and Third Monday of Sawan on August 17

New Delhi, August 16: The Hindu calendar, or Panchang, holds significant importance in Hinduism. It is consulted before undertaking auspicious ac

Indiana floods kill at least 6 as severe storms trigger record river levels

Shah Rukh Khan, Ajay Devgn, Tiger Shroff Issued Notices Over 'Vimal Elaichi' Ad

Jharkhand student protest: Don't think I will survive much longer, Prem Nayak on hunger strike alleges Govt apathy

Jharkhand recruitment aspirants plan to intensify their protest over alleged irregularities in JPSC and JSSC examinations, with student leaders a

Asish Banerjee, ex-Bengal deputy speaker, found hanging at Trinamool office

Asish Banerjee exBengal deputy speaker found hanging at Trinamool office

8th Pay Commission: Final Report by May 2027, Basic Pay Decision Yet to Be Made

The 8th Pay Commission has completed nine months since its formation, but no recommendation has yet been received regarding the fitment factor or

Enzo Fernandez booed by Chelsea supporters after transfer drama

Enzo Fernandez booed by Chelsea supporters after transfer drama

UFC 330 fight card: Full list of matchups, date, India time, where to watch Islam Makhachev vs Ian Garry and other details

Islam Makhachev defends his welterweight championship against Ian Machado Garry at UFC 330. Mackenzie Dern also defends her strawweight title aga

Former Bengal deputy speaker Asish Banerjee found hanging at TMC office

Ashis Banerjee, former deputy speaker of West Bengal assembly, was found dead. His body was discovered hanging at a Trinamool Congress office in

Leaders Pay Tribute to Swami Ramakrishna Paramahamsa on His Death Anniversary

New Delhi, August 16: On the death anniversary of the revered saint, spiritual guru, and thinker Swami Ramakrishna Paramahamsa, leaders across th

Flores earthquake toll hits 47 as rescuers race through landslides

Flores earthquake toll hits as rescuers race through landslides

'Toxic' star Yash addresses Rashmika Mandanna's 'Mr Showoff' remark

Yash revisited a 2017 comment by Rashmika Mandanna on a TV show. He explained that opinions do not define his personality or career. Yash stated

Asish Banerjee, former Bengal Assembly Deputy Speaker, found dead at TMC office in Birbhum

Asish Banerjee, former Bengal Assembly Deputy Speaker, found dead at TMC office in Birbhum

Operation Sindoor exposed limits of Pakistan's nuclear deterrence: Report

Iran Warns France Against Interference in Internal Affairs

Tehran, August 16: Irans Ministry of Intelligence has issued a warning to the French government regarding illegal interference in Irans internal

Hyundai IONIQ 5 Sales Fall 68% in July, Only 8 Units Sold

Hyundai IONIQ 5 had a disappointing sales performance in July 2026. The electric SUV was purchased by only eight customers during the month. Hyun

Always proud: Kim Jong Un hails Russia ties in message to Putin

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un and Russian President Vladimir Putin have reaffirmed their close relationship. Their countries are actively coope

Asish Banerjee, Ex Bengal Deputy Speaker, Found Dead At Trinamool Office

Asish Banerjee served as deputy speaker when Trinamool head Mamata Banerjee was chief minister. He was a five-time MLA from Rampurhat

PM Modi pays tribute to Atal Vihari Vajpayee on death anniversary

Prime Minister Narendra Modi remembered former prime minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee. He called Vajpayee an extraordinary statesman with remarkable

80th Independence Day: Britain still owes India an honest reckoning, not silence

th Independence Day Britain still owes India an honest reckoning not silence

Can reputation of a celebrity be inherited, asks HC

The 1990s experience

The generation has seen technologies emerge, change, adapt, and vanish

A few kind words

Give the compliment, appreciate someones effort

The riddle of trauma

Its a word with much greater meaning and depth, and should not be misused

Schooldays, punishments and the red stage

Schools have beem encouraged to adopt more constructive and child-friendly approaches to discipline

World shunning globalisation, need strong manufacturing base: PM Modi

Life-threatening conditions: Hurricane Lala hits Hawaii, leaves 42,000 without power

Life-threatening conditions: Hurricane Lala hits Hawaii, leaves 42,000 without power

Mitchell Starc, Mehidy Hasan Miraz clash: What happened during Darwin Test moment? Check viral video here

Mitchell Starc and Mehidy Hasan Miraz had a tense exchange during a Test match. Miraz ran through the protected pitch area, drawing an umpire's w

DAE notifies draft rules mandating insurance cover for nuclear plants

The draft rules say financial security for nuclear power plants must remain in place until all spent fuel has been removed from the concerned sto

Magnus Carlsen defends Esports World Cup title after unbeaten run

Magnus Carlsen defends Esports World Cup title after unbeaten run

Morning Digest: Jharkhand students demand CMs resignation, ask Congress to withdraw support from coalition; BCI chairman apologises to law students amid enrolment ban row, and more

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News in Frames | Keep calm and colour on

The Natural Dye Processing and Incubation Centre is developing biodegradable paints and colours from natural dyes as safer alternatives to synthe

Leaders Pay Tribute to Brave Queen Avantibai Lodhi on Her Birth Anniversary

New Delhi, August 16: On the birth anniversary of the great freedom fighter, Queen Avantibai Lodhi, several leaders, including Uttar Pradesh Chie

Hajji Mohammed Fazal elected new president of FIANZ

Auckland: Hajji Mohammed Fazal has been elected the new President of the Federation of Islamic Associations of New Zealand (FIANZ), taking on one

Horoscope Today, August 16, 2026: Know the Forecast for All 12 Zodiac Signs

Udaipur, August 16: The planetary positions are indicating positive developments for several zodiac signs today. Gemini, Cancer, Virgo, Scorpio,

MP CM Yadav claims Sonia, Rahul disrespected Vande Mataram

Bhopal: Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav on Saturday, August 15, accused senior Congress leaders Sonia Gandhi and Rahul Gandhi of insult

Qatar Denies Detaining Iranian Pilots, Calls Reports Misleading

Qatar's statement came after Iran's Fars News Agency reported that three military pilots had been captured by Qatari forces