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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

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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

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

Tragic Hotel Fire in Kolkata: A Result of Negligence, Claims Chief Minister

Kolkata, August 20: West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari sharply criticized the previous Trinamool Congress government led by Mamata Baner

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

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

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

Due diligence: On surrogate advertising

Curbs on surrogate advertising must avoid regulatory overreach

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.

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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

Mahatma Gandhi Cancer Hospital completes 300 Bone Marrow Transplants

Cyberabad police recover 1 crore lost in boss impersonation scam

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

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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

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

India expresses concern over worsening humanitarian situation in Gaza

India will construct a new hospital in the West Bank soon. Work on this project is expected to be completed within two years. A vocational traini

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.

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

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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

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

Expenses Worry as Government Decides on Direct Election of Urban Local Body Chiefs

The backward classes will have 33.33 per cent reservations in the direct elections too.

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

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

ANU Vice-Chancellor calls for measures to strengthen student support systems

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

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

Scientists discover how a one-atom quantum engine can turn waste light into useful energy

Researchers are developing new ways to understand energy in tiny quantum machines. They argue that escaping light may still perform useful work e

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

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

NITI Aayog Discusses TB: The Way Forward Strategy for a Tuberculosis-Free India

New Delhi, August 20: NITI Aayog organized a high-level brainstorming session on Wednesday titled TB: The Way Forward. The aim was to develop str

Bhubaneswar Cab Drivers Protest Turns Violent: 100+ Arrested, 400+ Vehicles Seized

Bhubaneswar witnessed dramatic scenes of unrest on Wednesday as the third day of an agitation by online auto and taxi drivers escalated into wide

TNCC protests against Home Minister Amit Shah

Niti Aayog proposes skill (re)set with focus on outcome-linked financing, PPPs

Niti Aayog proposes core reforms to transform India's skilling architecture. The roadmap seeks to create a coherent system supporting cumulative

JERC equalizes power tariff, grants industrial rates to Ladakh

Srinagar, Aug 19:The Joint Electricity Regulatory Commission (JERC) has mandated that hotels, guest houses, resorts, and homestays registered wit

National Highway builders bat for BOT annuity model to avoid zero-bid scenario

The National Highways Builders Federation said the current BOT (toll) model exposes private developers to an unacceptably high level of risk, cit

Data operator held in Arakkoknam over bribery charges

New health cover is one step in Tamil Nadus geriatric outreach, says govt.

The steady rise in Indias ageing population requires a healthcare systemthat is differently oriented to address their evolving needs, officials s

Train speed on Katra-Banihal section raised to 100 kmph: Rlys

Jammu Tawi, Aug 18 : The maximum permissible speed of trains on the 111-km-long new broad gauge rail section between Katra and Banihal under Nort

SMBC investment strengthens Yes Bank's institutional positioning: Lender

SMBC's 24.9 per cent stake brings strategic value through enhanced corporate banking capabilities, governance practices, risk management and cros

Y.S. Jagan Urges YSRCP Workers to Prepare for Local Body Elections

Amaravati, August 20: Y.S. Jagan Mohan Reddy, the president of the YSR Congress Party and former Chief Minister, has called on party workers to g

Two Temples Handed Over To Endowments Department

The handover of the two temples, along with their properties and jewellery, was completed as per the government orders and prescribed procedures,

DC Edit | I-T Crackdown: Dont Harass Parents

Measures target tax evasion while allowing small taxpayers to declare overseas assets

Delhi Removes Structures Outside Pakistan Mission

The action came three days after Pakistani authorities dismantled security barricades outside the Indian High Commission (HCI) in Islamabad.

Psychology says people who don't trust online doctor consultations aren't necessarily resistant to technology: What this behavior reveals?

Psychology says people who don't trust online doctor consultations aren't necessarily refusing technology. Their hesitation can come from the nee

CM Naidu to Inaugurate Rs 52.5-Crore Pilgrim Facilities at Indrakeeladri

The Sri Kanaka Durga Annaprasadam Sadanam and Sri Durga Bhavani Mahaprasadam Bhavan (Laddu Pottu) would be inaugurated at 11.32am on August 21 in

Omar rubbishes corruption charges by BJP, says hold a probe

Srinagar, Aug 19 : Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Wednesday dared the BJP to have a probe conducted into the corruption charges it has levelled,

Global Impact Forum to be held in September ahead of BRICS Summit

Woman held in Tirupattur for pledging fake gold jewellery

Awarapan 2 actor Emraan Hashmis Rs 16 crore Mumbai home: A look at his luxurious 4-BHK apartment with a library, fitness area and stunning city views

Emraan Hashmi, the acclaimed actor, boasts an impressive net worth of Rs 105 crore, highlighting his flourishing career in the film industry. His

Bilal Mir transferred as Dy Secy in JK Assembly

Jammu Tawi, Aug 19: The Jammu and Kashmir Government has ordered the transfer and posting of JKAS officer Bilal Ahmad Mir, with immediate effect.

614 government school students provisionally allotted MBBS/BDS seats under 7.5% quota

DGP holds operational review of TOBs in Pir Panjal

Srinagar, Aug 19: Director General of Police (DGP) Jammu & Kashmir Nalin Prabhat conducted an operational review of Temporary Operating Bases (TO