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192 Schools Found With Unsafe Structures in Manyam

The district education officer presented details on the condition of the structures and the need to replace them with safe facilities to provide

Karnataka Opposes Centres Circular on Recalibration of Dispensing Machines

768 other fuel stations, he said, were found to be functioning within permissible error limits.

NSE IPO goes live: Key things investors need to know

In 1998, scientists sent 4 pregnant swordtail fish and 200 babies into space; near the end of the mission, the fish suddenly began swimming in continuous loops

In an unprecedented experiment in 1998, swordtail fish were launched into orbit on the space shuttle Endeavor to explore how life persists withou

Before the 1960s, Yellowstones Morning Glory Pool was deep blue. Visitors threw in pennies, rocks and garbage, and its color changed

Yellowstone National Park is grappling with an escalating issue of litter left by visitors. This debris often contaminates the park's delicate hy

Meta Can No Longer Be Treated As Mere Intermediary, Must Act As Service Provider: Govt Sources

The government is also looking at how other jurisdictions are approaching the responsibilities of large technology platforms.

Gem and Jewellery Council criticises Centre's steep hallmarking fee hike

GJC seeks an immediate review of the 67 per cent increase in gold hallmarking fees, saying authorities should focus on fake hallmarking and unaut

Multidisciplinary Artist Prasanna Velagala to Launch Pan-India Art Shows

Artist, Curator, Technology Professional and Social Entrepreneur Prasanna Velagala Brings Together Creativity, Innovation and Community Impact

Quote of the day by Nick Jonas, 'I trained myself to not get my hopes up...' offers life advice on managing expectations, persistence, acceptance, work, productivity

Quote of the day by Nick Jonas is about much more than unreleased music. It is about the quiet education that comes from discovering how unpredic

Ayush Malik converted to Islam by choice, rules Allahabad HC

Prayagraj:Ayush Malik converted to Islam by his own choice and married a Muslim woman against his fathers wishes, the Allahabad High Court observ

IPL chairman Arun Dhumal confirms push to bring 2027 auction back to India

The IPL auction is gearing up to make a comeback to India for its 2027 season. While the exact host city remains undecided, this event promises t

TMC MP Mahua Moitra egged during

Kolkata: Trinamool Congress MP Mahua Moitra on Wednesday, September 16, faced a protest allegedly by BJP workers and was pelted with eggs during

Naidu To Lay Foundation for LVPEI Site in Amaravati on Sept. 23

Parthasarathi also directed the RVR and NCC contracting agencies to expedite road and infrastructure works and ensure adequate parking and seatin

ECoR GM Inspects Bhubaneswar Railway Station Redevelopment Progress

East Coast Railway (ECoR) General Manager Parmeshwar Funkwal inspected the ongoing redevelopment works at the Bhubaneswar Railway Station on Wedn

Quote of the day by Stephen King: Life isn't a support system for art. It's the... Are we building a life around our dreams, or sacrificing our lives to achieve them? Life lessons from a motivational quote on self-doubt, creativity, relationships, and personal growth

Today's quote of the day by Stephen King reflects on a difficult truth: our ambitions should have a place in life, not take the place of life its

From Ankur to Malgudi Days, Anant Nags five-decade journey earns Phalke honour

In 2021, engineers floated a 74-metre platform off Scotland with 2 underwater turbines, and it's been making power since July

Off the coast of Scotland, the innovative Orbital O2 platform is revolutionizing energy generation with its ability to produce clean electricity.

Aaditya Thackeray says he never knew Disha Salian, calls repeated linking to case 'character assassination'

Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Aaditya Thackeray has said he has never met or known Disha Salian, as the former celebrity manager's death case returns to

Lam Research to invest 10,000 cr in first silicon component manufacturing facility in India

The company also incorporated India into its global supply chain and trained thousands of individuals for the semiconductor industry through work

'How do you like the idea, Sirji?' Shatrughan Sinha calls PM Modi 'friend of society' in advance birthday wish

TMC MP Shatrughan Sinha has publicly expressed his goodwill towards Prime Minister Narendra Modi by extending advance birthday wishes to him amid

Retd. Major Rishabh Singh Sambyal Faces Trolls Over Instagram Subscription

Former Para SF officer and Ex- Presidential ADC faces mixed reactions from fans after launching a monetised social media model post-retirement

Finance Ministry rejects foreign influence claims over UPI MDR, says India's digital payments decisions are made independently

India's finance ministry rejected claims of foreign pressure influencing UPI transaction charges. A 0.4% Merchant Discount Rate will apply to UPI

How Cities in Fiction helps readers locate real world places

Ever wondered if the places you read about actually existed? Cities in Fiction, an online literary archive, brings you closer to the real thing

2013 Jhiram Valley Maoist attack case: All 10 convicts get death sentence

A special NIA court in Jagdalpur has awarded the death penalty to ten convicts. These individuals were found guilty in the 2013 Jhiram Valley Mao

AP Minister Satya Kumar Calls for Timely Treatment, Proper Patient Care

He said nearly 2.83 crore people had undergone medical tests under Non-Communicable Diseases (NCD) 4.0, of whom 59.38 lakh were found to have hig

Despite curbs, over 4,000 PoP Ganesha idols immersed in Bengaluru

The Karnataka State Pollution Control Board, in coordination with municipality officials and the police, launched a strict enforcement drive and

Indias critical mineral import dependence rises as demand surges: NITI Aayog

Coppers import value more than tripled from $3.3 billion in 2015 to $11.8 billion in 2025

MDR charges tax-deductible as business expense, say tax experts

Experts argue that since MDR fees are akin to other operational costs, such as rent and salaries, they should qualify for deductions, ultimately

CBI Registers FIR in Disha Salian Death Case on Bombay High Court

The CBI has registered a fresh FIR in connection with the 2020 death of Disha Salian, acting on directions of the Bombay High Court dated Septemb

WTO Report 2026: Is the world's trade rulebook breaking?

DRA invests 159 crore to acquire land parcel in South Chennai; plans premium residential development

The estimated gross development value will be around 1,200 crore

Don't let fake discounts and paid rankings distort online shopping deals

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Ladakh Ramps Up Glacier-Water Drive; Spituk Farka Reservoirs Filled In Record Time

Together, the reservoirs store 2.4 crore litres, enough to irrigate nearly 1,000 acres of farmland.

Metas personal AI agent Muse likely to face stringent India trust test

Experts at Gartner say Muse AIs successful deployment would require strong governance around consent, data handling and accountability

Iran claims it shot down US MQ-9 drone over Qeshm Island

Tehran: Irans Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) said on Wednesday, September 16, that it had intercepted and destroyed a US MQ-9 Reaper dr

Uttam Kumar at 100: Why Bengal still remembers the superstar

A century after his birth, Uttam Kumar still remains one of the most celebrated Bengali film actors. Film scholar and filmmaker Madhuja Mukherjee

NIA court awards death penalty to all 10 convicts in 2013 Jhiram Valley Maoist attack case

The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has awarded death penalty to ten Maoists for their alleged involvement in the Jhiram Ghati attack that ki

In 1999, NASA sent 4 ladybugs aboard Columbia for 5 days to chase aphids; the aphids lost their ability to escape by falling, and the ladybugs still caught and ate them

In 1999, four ladybugs embarked on an extraordinary journey aboard the space shuttle Columbia to investigate their predatory habits in a weightle

A.P. Deputy CM Pawan Kalyan calls for collective efforts to protect ozone layer

Marking World Ozone Day-2026, he asserts that the earths protective shield needs to be preserved for the health of the planet

Telangana CM lists extent of land owned by KCR, KTR, Harish Rao and other family members

Telangana CM says KCRs farm house in Erravelli spans 700 acres, of which 388 acres is assignment land. He announces fact finding team would be co

Actor Anant Nag to be honoured with Dadasaheb Phalke award

Anna Theatre: another cinema landmark in Chennai bites the dust

Anna was a standalone theatre with minimal seating, perhaps around 300, a contrast to the tent-poles that Alankar and Wellington obviously were

Puja scam: Astrologer on run after allegedly duping woman of 329g gold

The case was registered on September 7 under Section 318(4) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), 2023, which deals with cheating and dishonestly

EU to ban social media for under 13s, curb access until 15

The European Commission president and tech chief Henna Virkkunen will formally present the proposed KIDS Act, including the tiered age limits in

Saving the Western Ghats | Part 2 | In Focus Podcast

In the latest In Focus Podcast, host K. C. Deepika discusses the contentious Eco-Sensitive Area proposal in the Western Ghats with expert TV Rama

Gold, silver prices rise on bargain buying, dip in crude oil rates

Gold rebounds 1,200 to 1.55 lakh per 10 grams; Silver jumps 7,400 to 2.42 lakh per kilogram

J&K Speaker Defends Short Autumn Session, Urges BJP to Look Within

Addressing a presession interactive meeting with media persons and concerned officials here on Wednesday, Rather stressed that J&K consistently r

Cooperative societies put on hold crop loan recovery from farmers

Aashirwad Ka Diya: BJP appeals for lamp-lighting on PM Modis birthday

Aashirwad Ka Diya: BJP appeals for lamp-lighting on PM Modis birthday

Coimbatore Airport expansion: Master plan gets Niti Aayog nod; awaits approval from Cabinet Committee on Expenditure

IIT Bhubaneswar and IIT ISM Dhanbad Join Forces to Advance Semiconductor Innovation

The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Bhubaneswar and the Indian Institute of Technology (Indian School of Mines) Dhanbad have entered into a

Students of Kuvempu University stage protest over discrepancies in digital evaluation

SIP returns in last 3 yrs remain lacklustre even as inflows hit new high

Except for the average SIP return of 13 per cent each from small and mid-cap funds, all the schemes have delivered a single-digit return

Psychology says people who make origami when stressed may be giving their brain exactly what it needs

The psychology behind making origami is not necessarily about revealing a hidden personality trait. Instead, the activity may give people somethi

PM Modi has decided to prostrate before Trump: Rahul Gandhi on 'UPI tax'

In a video posted on X, Gandhi urged Prime Minister Modi to stop lying down in front of the US, have a spine, stand up and rollback the UPI tax.

Never met Disha Salian: Aaditya Thackeray breaks silence on CBI FIR

Aaditya Thackeray denied meeting Disha Salian, calling allegations a false campaign. The CBI has registered an FIR into Salian's 2020 death follo

Jindal Supreme IPO subscribed 7.53 times on Day 1 led by retail investors

Jindal Supreme India Ltd has fixed a price band of 88-93 per share for the IPO

UPI MDR could add 15,000-20,600 crore to fintechs and banks annually

Brokerages estimate that restoring MDR on UPI merchant payments could generate Rs 15,000-20,600 crore in revenue, benefiting banks and listed fin

ET Explainer | India's UPI MDR shake-up: What changes and why it matters

ET Explainer | India's UPI MDR shake-up: What changes and why it matters

In 1984, a director found and saved the Rosebud sled from Citizen Kane on the RKO Pictures lot; 41 years later, it sold for $14.75 million

In a stunning auction in 2025, a prop sled from the iconic film Citizen Kane fetched an astonishing $14.75 million. The sled, unearthed by filmma

OPINION | Who will bear UPI charges?

Politics has begun in right earnest over the issue of levying merchant discount rate on high-value UPI transactions. Leader of Opposition in Lok

India eyes world finals spot ahead of high-stakes Davis Cup tie against South Korea

For the first time in nearly three decades, Team India stands on the precipice of a major Davis Cup breakthrough. They won their last quarterfina

Delhi Records 432 Dengue Cases In 2026 As September Sees Sharpest Rise

Delhi has recorded 432 dengue cases this year, including 121 in September, as MCD intensifies mosquito-control measures amid continued monsoon co

Bengalurus Goethe Institut hosts six German artists as part of residency program

We look at what six artists-in-residence from Germany hope to create during their time in Bengaluru

A rooftop sniper, missing security measures and a grieving family: Could Charlie Kirks assassination have been prevented? Family raises new questions

Charlie Kirk's family has filed a wrongful death notice against Utah Valley University officials. They allege inadequate security measures contri

The Profit Impulse and the Rise of Rogue AI: Why Regulation Must Bite

The rapid acceleration of artificial intelligence has raised urgent concerns about whether safety can keep pace with capability. Because AI syste

Japans sleep contest offers $14,000 prize: Who can enter, how to apply, October 5 date and rules

Japan is organising a sleeping competition on October 5, 2026, and the winner will receive Rs 13 lakh prize money. During the 90-minute power-nap

Karur Bypass Road chokes with chaotic traffic, unchecked roadside parking

Listing will provide Tata Sons more power to fund Groups big projects: InGovern

A public Tata Sons would be better equipped to allocate capital between established businesses and newer ventures, says InGovern

Varsha Pant's Growing Screen Presence: Actress, Model and Entrepreneur Seen Alongside Suniel Shetty and Virendra Saxena in MARG ERP Ltd Project

New Delhi [India], September 16: Young actress, model and entrepreneur Varsha Pant is steadily making her presence felt across the entertainment

Weather Tomorrow September 17: IMD predicts rain, thunderstorms and heavy showers across several states; check forecast for Delhi, Odisha, Bihar and more

Weather Tomorrow: The Meteorological Department has issued a new weather advisory for various regions of India. On Thursday, September 17, heavy

Government Increases EPFO Salary Cap, Expanding Social Security for Workers

The Indian government raises the EPFO salary limit, enhancing social security for millions of workers across the country. Government Increases EP

43rd Indian Coast Guard Commanders

The 43rd edition of the Indian Coast Guard (ICG) Commanders Conference will be held at the Coast Guard Headquarters in New Delhi from September 1

In the 1970s, Arnold Schwarzenegger made his first millions in real estate, before Hollywood turned him into an action star

In the 1970s, Arnold Schwarzenegger made his first millions in real estate, before Hollywood turned him into an action star. The actor and former

States must now prioritise public transport electrification: Rajiv Gauba

NITI Aayog Vice-Chairman Rajiv Gauba says targeted electrification of public transport and reliable charging networks can accelerate India's shif

Why doesnt Sabyasachis New York comeback look Indian enough?

Twenty years after his overlooked New York Fashion Week debut, designer Sabyasachi Mukherjee returned to the city with denim, a Met collaboration

Indian dentist dies after collapsing at home in Sharjah

Sharjah: A 32-year-old Indian dentist and mother of two died after collapsing at her home in Sharjahs Al Qasimia area on Monday morning, Septembe

Hair caught in generator, 11-year-old girl dies at Ganesh procession in Chittoor

Prasanna Sri was sitting beside the generator set that lit the procession at Damarapakam village, Nagari police say; she died on the way to hospi

Pet owners turn out to be biggest takers of air purifiers

Pet owners represent about 17 per cent of the consumer voice for air purifiers

Veena Murthy Vijay on receiving the SNA Award and celebrating 50 years of her dance school

Sri Rajarajeshwari Kala Niketan, helmed by dance exponent Veena Murthy Vijay, celebrates 50 years with the Samanvay Arts Festival

Government removes registration requirement for small exporters in bid to reduce compliance burden

According to the data presented by the government covering 2021-22 to 2025-26, low-value exports account for a significant share of shipping bill

Man gets 15 days jail for assaulting home guard on traffic duty

Hyderabad:A Nampally court has sentenced a 40-year-old man to 15 days simple imprisonment and imposed a fine of Rs 3,050 for assaulting a home gu

Punjab Congress President Criticizes Center Over UPI Tax Imposition

Punjab Congress chief Amarinder Singh Raja Wading criticizes the central government for imposing a tax on UPI transactions over 2,000. Punjab Con

Samsung India expects double-digit growth in H2 appliances biz on festive demand

The company is encouraged by its festive sales in 2026, which started with Onam in Kerala and are expected to continue the momentum

UP Man Repeatedly Stabs, Beheads Sleeping Wife Over Suspicion Of Affair

On the night of September 9, while Nagma was fast asleep, Parvez attacked her with a sharp knife out of resentment and murdered her.

Festive Season Shocker: Government Hikes Gold Hallmarking Fees to 75 Per Article as BIS Enforces New Rates

11,346 seized vehicles clogging Bengaluru police stations to be shifted

The accumulation of vehicles has not only created a shortage of space at police stations but has also resulted in vehicles spilling onto roads an

iPhone 18 Pro Unboxing ASMR | TechPulse

iPhone 18 Pro Unboxing ASMR | TechPulse

GJC seeks review of 67% hike in gold hallmarking fee

GJC said it supports mandatory hallmarking for purity assurance and consumer protection but calls for a transparent cost assessment and stakehold

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