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Modis Instagram Video Breaks Records, Thanks Youth for Support

New Delhi, July 25: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has released a new video thanking the youth of the country, especially Generation Z, for their s

Judoka Tulika Maan suspended for whereabouts failure, withdrawn from CWG

She has committed three whereabouts failures in 12 months, and NADA has sent notice to her. So, she will be withdrawn from the team, a judo coach

Can EC do whatever it wants?: HC on deputing teachers for SIR in Delhi

Court questions ECs assertion that teachers are compensated for election duties; schedules next hearing in PIL against large-scale deployment of

West Bengal Minister vows to restore mangroves lost to encroachments in Sundarbans

The State holds the largest share of mangrove cover in India, accounting for 42.45% of the national total with approximately 2,119.16 sq. km.

The Deschamps paradox: was his World Cup-winning Les Bleus tenure a success?

The debate over the 57-year-olds managerial legacy will not disappear anytime soon. Critics will argue that his caution prevented France from rea

Internet down, 18 metro stations shut, yet Jantar Mantar remains upbeat

Volunteers deployed at entry, exit gates to prevent overcrowding as thousands continue to turn up at the protest site; CJP warns of nationwide ag

Delhi Police set up STF to probe exam-related offences, paper leaks

Pocso Court Jails Man To 20 Years For Sexually Assaulting Minor

The incident took place on the morning of June 8, 2020

did not cut any deal with government: Sonam Wangchuk

I focused on getting justice for the students and young people against whom FIRs have been registered. We saw what happened after the Ladakh inci

On guard: on India and the Qdenga dengue vaccine

The dengue vaccine must be made affordable to those at greatest risk

Amid protests, NTA aims overhaul, goes on recruitment drive

NTA has advertised for vacancies in top-tier senior leadership roles and opened recruitment for young professionals via the UPSC Pratibha Setu po

Jurgen Klopp starts Germany coach job with talk of resigning

In his new role as head coach of Germany, Jurgen Klopp has set definitive expectations, emphasizing that his resignation would be on the table if

Kumari Selja slams Sonam Wangchuk's wife, asks why target Congress and not Narendra Modi government?

Congress leader Kumari Selja questioned Gitanjalai J Angmo's criticism of Rahul Gandhi-led protests over paper leaks, asking why the government w

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Pawan Kalyan Alleges Divisive Forces Behind NEET Protest

Pawan Kalyan alleged that the NEET protests had been hijacked by divisive forces and urged people to distinguish genuine concerns from political

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Amid rain & fresh landslides, Jammu-Srinagar NH closure enters Day 3

Torrential rains have caused fresh landslides across Jammu and Kashmir. The Jammu-Srinagar National Highway remains closed for traffic for a thir

'Get money out of politics': Democratic candidate El-Sayed rips AIPAC, condemns US support to Israel

Assam flood toll rises to 47; CM Himanta Biswa Sarma calls it 'unusual'

Assam's chief minister reported forty-seven flood-related deaths and eight missing persons. Exceptionally heavy rainfall in Nagaland and Charaide

Lok Sabha logjam enters day 5 as government, opposition stick to their guns

Lok Sabha proceedings were disrupted for the fifth consecutive day as Opposition MPs continued demanding Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's

Apologise, HC Tells HYDRAA Chief

The court noted that Ranganath had suddenly become the all-pervading authority

Liquor Shops To Shut By 8 PM In Delhi Over Weekend Amid CJP Protest

Liquor shops in Delhi have been ordered to close by 8 pm until the weekend is over, in view of the student protests, sources said on Friday.

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Bengalurus Church Street to host weekly busking sessions for independent musicians

South Western Railway, Rotary partner to save 7.5 million litres of water annually at KSR Bengaluru station

Civil Supplies officials seizeone tonne of PDS rice in Ranipet

Special teams were formed to nab escaped suspects

SRMIST gives sports quota certificates

A sports hostel was also inaugurated on the occasion

Karnataka police chief directs adequate arrangements for protests across State

Two youth killed in a road accident in Vellore

A third person was injured

Ensure farmers rights before public cement plant hearing, urges CoMSO

SHILLONG, July 24: The Confederation of Meghalaya Social Organisations (CoMSO) on Friday reiterated its unwavering support for the affected villa

NEET protests: Centre, CJP hold 3rd round of talks, deadlock continues over Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation demand

The Centre and Cockroach Janta Party held their third round of talks over the NEET paper leak protests but remained divided over the demand for E

Two fugitives deported to India from Gulf nations

The CBI has successfully facilitated the deportation of two fugitives from Gulf countries. Muhammedali Kanneer Palliyalil, wanted for murder, was

Verizon raises profit outlook on $1-bn Google dark fiber deal

Verizon has sealed a major agreement with Google, focusing on dark fiber connectivity, with a staggering value exceeding one billion dollars dedi

UDP demands implementation of Agri Marketing Act

SHILLONG, July 24: United Democratic Party general secretary, Titosstarwell Chyne on Friday urged the state government to immediately operational

Haryanas air pollution action plan: Centre suggests strict enforcement and accelerated implementation to curb pollution in a time-bound manner

The Centre reviewed Haryana's air pollution control measures and urged faster implementation. Focus is on stubble burning, industrial pollution,

VPP legislator calls for farm price protection policy, addl aid for farmers

Shillong, July 24: Voice of the People Party MLA, Heavingstone Kharpran, on Friday urged the Meghalaya government to formulate a comprehensive ag

Hormuz vessel transits steady at 3 daily amid shipping risks

Daily vessel transits through the Strait of Hormuz remained steady at three. This data covers the period from July 22 to July 24. Shipping risks

Candidates appear for Meghalaya Teacher Eligibility Test (MTET) 2026 at Ka Syiem Jingsuk Higher Secondary School, Amlarem, on Friday. (ST)

Adelbert lauds Mlaya lad for success at Las Vegas event

SHILLONG, July 24: North Shillong MLA Adelbert Nongrum has congratulated Meghalayas young performer Kitkupar Nongsiej for his success at the Worl

Hold discussion on new accessibility structure for the disabled at Marina

UNESCO lists world heritage sites in Lebanon, West Bank as in danger

UNESCO has placed Beaufort Castle in Lebanon and Sebastia in the West Bank on its endangered list. The Lebanese castle faces threats from ongoing

University of Hyderabad Protests Expand From Exam Row to Wider Youth Employment Reckoning

None of these ministers children are affected by any competitive exam here, Prof. Roy said. They have eyes. They can see that. They are also extr

Mumbai-Ahmedabad flooding dominates BRICS meet

Recent urban flooding in Mumbai, Ahmedabad and Surat featured in discussions at the BRICS Ministerial Meeting on Disaster Risk Reduction in New D

Trial courts key to legal success: Ex-SC judge

SHILLONG, July 24: Aspiring advocates should resist the urge to begin their careers in constitutional courts and instead gain experience where li

Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games unveils first-ever medals with braille and tactile features

Glasgow's Commonwealth Games medals are now designed with inclusivity in mind, incorporating braille and tactile features for athletes with visua

Supreme Court asks government to spell out CBT plan, pushes NEET reform

The Supreme Court said it will focus on permanent systemic reforms to protect the integrity of NEET rather than temporary measures. The bench sai

HC launches legal edn prog

SHILLONG, July 24: The High Court of Meghalaya on Friday inaugurated a Continuous Legal Education Programme, with members of the judiciary stress

Bharathy Bhaskar honoured as Super Chennais Icon of the Month

Residents of a house escape unhurt after a refrigerator explodes in Mudichur

Prisoner dies of injuries sustained in assault

HDFC Bank sets upadvanced 10-bed ICUs in 11 govt. hospitals

ZSI conducts bumblebee conservation drive in city

SHILLONG, July 24: The Desert Regional Centre of the Zoological Survey of India (ZSI), Jodhpur, organised an awareness programme on the conservat

Student Organisations Protest NEET Paper Leak

In Kakinada, activists of the SFI, DYFI, AIYF, PDSU etc staged a demonstration in front of JNTUK.

US measles cases hit 33-year high, cross 2,300 mark in 2026

Measles cases in the United States for 2026 have now exceeded last year's total. This year's infections have reached a level not seen since 1991.

Indias foreign policy must look seaward

Indian seafarers need protection beyond borders, flags, and jurisdictions

Student Unions Disrupt PTM at Anantapur KSR College Over NEET Leak

Police have arrested leaders of some of the unions that organised the procession.

US business activity hits 8-month high but supply strains, costs rise

US business activity expanded at its fastest pace in eight months during July. Strong domestic demand for services offset cooling factory product

Harish Rao Accuses Congress Govt of Cutting Farm Power Supply

The government, he said, was deliberately reducing power generation because supplying free electricity to farmers did not generate revenue.

Centre airlifts 10 more CRPF companies to Delhi

Ten CRPF companies have been airlifted from Chhattisgarh to Delhi to strengthen security amid ongoing student protests over examination paper lea

Upset SC calls for special courts in Manipur violence; directs agencies to expedite pending investigations

The Supreme Court has proposed setting up special courts to conduct day-to-day trials in cases linked to the Manipur ethnic violence, while direc

AP Minister Says No Political Interference in State's Education System

The minister pointed out that the alliance government has deposited 10,120.78 crore into the bank accounts of 67.47 lakh mothers for the second c

El Nio Impact Remains Uneven in Telangana

While seasonal totals fluctuated, one feature remained consistent: rainfall became increasingly uneven within the season, with sharp month-to-mon

Bandi Sanjay Hits Out at Opposition Over NEET Row

He said no genuine student aspiring to become a doctor would throw stones, carry sticks or raise antinational slogans during protests.

The HinduMargazhi Music Contest winners felicitated at event

2,423 govt. healthcare units in T.N. onboard HMIS 3.0 to streamline data collection

They are already capturing outpatient details in real-time. The in-patient module has already been operationalised in some, while the remaining f

Iran strikes US bases in Bahrain, Jordan, Kuwait; warns civilians to stay away

Iran's Revolutionary Guards warned civilians to avoid US military sites. The Iranian army claimed drone strikes hit facilities in Bahrain and Jor

A growth story that needs women at work

Womens employment is essential for growth, productivity, and achieving Viksit Bharat goals

Confusion Over Bandh Irks Parents, Students

Last-minute decisions on the statewide education bandh left parents and students confused as schools adopted different schedules.

Guptipara's Rath Yatra reflects Bengal's unique blend of Vaishnav and Shakta traditions

Guptipara's centuries-old Rath Yatra showcases Bengal's rich Vaishnav heritage alongside its Shakta traditions, blending devotion, history, commu

Mother Seeks Urgent Repatriation of Son From Abu Dhabi for Agniveer Recruitment

On July 14, Abhilash received an email informing him that he had been shortlisted for the physical screening test under the Army's Agniveer recru

Trump's new 12.5% China tariffs unlikely to trigger retaliation, say analysts

New United States tariffs on China may irk Beijing without provoking retaliation. These duties are in line with proposed levels citing inadequate

Telangana Asks Centre To Pay for Bullet Train Hub Land

400-acre allotment adjusted against equity in the Hyderabad high-speed rail projects

Rashtrapati Nilayam To Host 3rd Edition Of 'Pedal For The Planet' Cyclothon On August 23

The third edition will be organised in collaboration with the National Mineral Development Corporation (NMDC) and cycling groups.

China blacklists 14 European firms in retaliation for EU's Russia sanctions

China has added fourteen European organizations to its export control list. This action is a direct response to the European Union's sanctions ag

15th Hosur Book Fair begins

Govt orders GitHub to remove access to Bitchat app in India

The government has ordered GitHub to remove the Bitchat application. This offline messaging app may be misused by criminal and terrorist groups.

Lovlina finds the missing piece of the puzzle

Spanish Proverb of the Day: Its by doing and undoing that we Life lessons on experience, mistakes, resilience, self-improvement and why every setback is a setup for a comeback

Spanish Proverb of the Day highlights the meaning of Its By Doing and Undoing That We Learn. The saying reflects how experience, mistakes, and co

No dyeing units at Integrated Textile Park, says District Collector

Bus driver booked for allegedly trying to assault lawyer

280 killed in 2,206 road accidents in Chennai this year: Commissioner Amalraj

HMDA to Distribute Five Free Saplings Each to One Lakh Families

HMDA will distribute five free saplings to one lakh families under its Vanamahotsavam campaign to encourage home gardening and greener neighbourh

Indian Seafarer Killed in Attack on MV Omorfi

The two other nationals have been reported to be safe, the statement said.

Spine surgeons conference under way in Chennai

The conference was inaugurated by V. Kamakoti, Director of IIT Madras

Congress leader Kanhaiya Kumar arrested in Delhi on complaint of Kerala House official

There was an altercation between Mr. Kumar and the Resident Commissioner called the Delhi Police asking them to remove Mr. Kumar from the premise

Protest against NEET in Salem

Kafir screenshot case: SIT arrests DYFI leader Ribesh Ramakrishnan

SIT had arraigned Ribesh as the second accused in the case pertaining to the distribution of a fabricated image that allegedly aimed to undermine

SEZs drive exports, forex earnings: VSEZ commissioner

Youth gets 20-year jail term for sexually assaulting minor girl