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Maldives to Establish Modern Fitness Centers on 42 Islands with Indias Support

Male, July 19: Maldives Foreign Minister Iruthisham Adam and Minister of Youth Empowerment, Sports, and Fitness Abdullah Rafiu expressed gratitud

Patients Death at GTB Hospital Not Linked to Ceiling Fan Incident

New Delhi, July 20: A recent report of a patients death at Guru Teg Bahadur (GTB) Hospital due to a falling ceiling fan has been clarified by hos

Srinagars Vichar Nag temple sees puja again, L-G says revival serves as a historic bridge

Scores of Kashmiri Pandits attended the ceremony in an area that once hosted a number of Pandit families who had to leave their homeland due to m

Maharashtra govt allows hotels, restaurants, bars to remain open till 4 a.m. for FIFA World Cup final

The Home Department issued the directive onJuly 18) following a request from the National Restaurant Association of India (NRAI), Mumbai, which s

Assam Governments Major Welfare Schemes to Resume in August: Chief Minister Sarma

Guwahati, July 20: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced on Sunday that the BJP-led state government will restart its major welfare

Opposition protests invite to TMC rebels to all-party meeting

Opposition parties staged a walkout from an all-party meeting on Sunday. They protested the government's decision to invite a breakaway faction o

CJP's night vigil begins, crowds camp at Jantar Mantar on eve of Parliament march call

Crowds continued to pour into the CJP's protest site at Jantar Mantar through the day as preparations gathered pace for Monday's march to Parliam

Another American Soldier Killed In US-Iran War, Was Detonating Iranian Drone

The soldier's death on Saturday brings the confirmed number of American military fatalities since the war began on 28 February to 17.

U.S. Missile Strike on Abadan Oil Refinery Sparks Tensions with Iran

Cairo, July 19: The United States launched a missile strike on the outskirts of Abadan, a city in Irans Khuzestan province, on Sunday. Fortunatel

Madonna, Shakira, BTS, Bieber, Coldplay Headline First-Ever World Cup Final Halftime Show

Global Citizen-produced spectacle lights up MetLife Stadium as Argentina, Spain go into the halftime break locked at 0-0

Well-oiled labour supply chain facilitating illegal infiltration of Bangladeshis

Illegal immigrants from Bangladesh enter India through a planned labor supply chain. Touts facilitate their infiltration and transport to various

Antonelli Triumphs Over Leclerc to Win Belgian GP

Beijing, July 19: Kimi Antonelli clinched victory at the Belgian Grand Prix on Sunday, surpassing Charles Leclerc. After his Mercedes teammate Ge

Quote of the Day by Aldous Huxley, 'There is only one corner of the universe you can be certain of improving, and that's your own self' reveals psychology of winners, teaches life lesson that improve yourself first is the key to lasting success, happiness

Phrase of the Day by Aldous Huxley is timeless words of wisdom offering a practical roadmap for thriving in an increasingly complex world. We can

BJP Leader Raises Concerns Over Religious Conversion Efforts in Telangana

Hyderabad, July 20: K. Karunasagar, a leader of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and lawyer at the Telangana High Court, has expressed serious co

U.K.'s Burnham drops digital ID scheme to prioritise cost of living, say allies

Dubbed the King of the North for his work as the mayor of Greater Manchester in northwestern England, Burnham will replace Keir Starmer as Prime

Demand for Marathi Language Voter Forms in Karnataka by Arvind Sawant

New Delhi, July 20: Arvind Sawant, a leader of the Shiv Sena (UBT) and Member of Parliament, has urged the Election Commission of India to provid

Government Hospital Biomedical Waste Illegally Disposed At Anantapur Dump Yard

Videos recorded of the site show the biomedical waste lying in the open alongside municipal garbage

YSRCP Criticizes Andhra Pradesh Coalition Governments Fiscal Policy

Hyderabad, July 20: Former Finance Minister and senior YSR Congress Party (YSRCP) leader Bugna Rajendranath has launched a sharp attack on the co

Oppn Lines Up Ram Temple Theft, NEET Row For Monsoon Session

Opposition parties demanded discussions and replies from the Centre on these issues

Japanese mindset of turning a disaster into an opportunity showcases in Gion Matsuri - Japan Shinto festival originated to protect from epidemics now a major tourist attraction

Gion Matsuri originated in the late 9th century as a ritual to appease spirits believed to cause epidemics and to pray for protection from diseas

Government may seek Parliamentary nod for additional spending

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman may seek parliamentary approval for additional spending. Increased expenditure on fertiliser subsidies and el

Qatars Amir Meets Iraqi PM to Advance US-Iran Peace Agreement

Doha, July 19: Qatars Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani met with Iraqi Prime Minister Ali Faleh Al-Jaidi on Sunday. The Amir urged the impleme

Garry Sobers: crickets greatest a legacy beyond numbers

The unchecked outpouring of grief at his passing, followed almost immediately by tales of his kindness and generosity, are testament to the stand

Uravakonda Gavimath Pontiff Passes Away

The Uravakonda Gavimath has a network of about 770 branches across Andhra Pradesh, Telangana and Karnataka.

Amit Shah pushes for anti-terror, anti-narcotics task forces to bolster Bengals security apparatus

Union Home Minister Amit Shah reviewed West Bengal's law and order situation. He stressed establishing new task forces for narcotics and terror t

New Delhis Green Initiative: NDMC Vice Chairman Leads 33rd Consecutive Sunday Tree Planting Campaign

New Delhi, July 20: Kuljeet Singh Chahal, the Vice Chairman of the New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC), led the One Tree in Mothers Name_On Sunday

Sleep deprived? Blame it on climate change

Global citizens lose seven nights of sleep annually due to warmer temperatures. Climate change directly causes about ten percent of this lost sle

FIFA World Cup 2026: Why companies spend big on the tournament

The expanded 2026 FIFA World Cup, featuring 48 teams and 104 matches across the United States, Canada and Mexico, is expected to deliver a signif

Lionel Messi: The empire strikes goal

Some circles view Argentina's World Cup journey as a manufactured narrative for commercial success. Lionel Messi is portrayed as a central figure

Japanese proverb of the day: 'Fear is only as deep as the...' - this Japanese saying teaches inspirational positive mindset life lessons on taking control of your thoughts and how to overcome fear with courage and inner strength

Japanese proverb of the day: A Japanese saying highlights how fear's intensity depends on our thoughts. Our minds can amplify worries, making sit

Delhi police arrest 10 for circulating online child sexual abuse material

Meghalaya Schools Close for FIFA World Cup Final: A Gift for Football Fans

Shillong, July 20: Meghalayas Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma announced on Sunday that all schools and colleges in the state will be closed on Mo

Delhis Power Infrastructure Set for Transformation with Smart Substation and Solar Initiative

New Delhi, July 20: Delhis Power Minister, Ashish Sood, launched two initiatives on Sunday aimed at modernizing the electricity infrastructure an

Government to move Bill in Rajya Sabha today to make insult to Vande Mataram a criminal offence

1971 legislation to be amended; Lok Sabha to take up Bill to increase number of Supreme Court judges

FLO Hyderabad Marks Silver Jubilee

The Governor said womens empowerment is the foundation of national progress

Bihar CM opens 130.88-cr. link to divert floodwaters, enhance farm productivity

The link, part of a river interlinking project, will reduce intensity of floodsin northern Bihar, saysChoudhary; he also inaugurates 551 schools,

BJP Leaders File Complaint Against Abhishek Banerjee in West Bengal

Kolkata, July 20: BJP leader Abhijit Das, also known as Bobby, lodged a complaint against Trinamool Congress MP Abhishek Banerjee at the Nodalkha

FIFA World Cup Final: Messi Achieves What No Footballer Has Ever Done Before

Leading Argentina into the final of the FIFA World Cup 2026 against Spain, Lionel Messi became the first player ever to captain his country in th

Long-term investment case for India remains very strong: Kevin Foley, co-head of global investment banking at J.P. Morgan

J.P. Morgan identifies India as a priority market due to its strong economic growth. The firm is expanding its local investment banking team to m

A hundred years ago | Labourers in Ceylon

Delhi Government Issues Show Cause Notice to Janakpuri Private School Over Serious Violations

New Delhi, July 20: The Delhi government has issued a show cause notice to the management of a private school located in Janakpuri. This action i

Fifty years ago | Indian tea industry sets many records

ED opens PMLA probe into foreign funds to Naxals

The Enforcement Directorate has registered a money laundering case concerning foreign funds. Nearly ninety-five crore rupees in illegal foreign f

Kishan Reddy Lauds Tribal Stewardship

He praised civilisational links of tribal communities, invoked tribal leaders sacrifices, and thanked FTS members for their service to tribal wel

DC Edit | Garry Sobers: Jewel of Cricket

The peerless batting great Donald Bradman said of him that with his long grip, high backlift and free swing of the willow, Sobers hit the ball ha

Students Better Score in Class 10 CBSE 2nd Exam

Nearly 60% of students improved their marks in CBSEs first-ever Class 10 Second Board Examination, offering many a valuable opportunity to boost

Quiz organised for students

A written round was followed by a final round with the top six teams

Quote of the day by Kate Hudson: 'If you're not mindful about sugar, high sugar intake is just the worst thing for...' - inspiring life lessons by How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days, Bride Wars and Deepwater Horizon actress on healthy lifestyle and why balance and moderation are better than extremes

Quote of the day by Kate Hudson: Actress Kate Hudson advocates for mindful sugar intake and moderation. She believes excessive sugar is harmful b

Calcutta HC Stays Abhisheks Party Office Demolition

The Calcutta High Court has stayed the demolition of TMC MP Abhishek Banerjees party office in South 24 Parganas, directing status quo until the

Deputy Commissioner of Police stresses on strict rotation of duties

Government tightens norms for skilling centres, prioritises permanent industry-aligned institutions

The move is aimed at creating opportunities for employment, entrepreneurship, apprenticeship, higher education, reskilling and international cert

The stark reality of the missing jobs for Indias Gen Z

Celebrating Indias demographic dividend means little when Gen Z faces unemployment, insecurity and shrinking pathways to decent work

JPC weighs key changes to Corporate Laws Bill, reviews AIF-to-LLP conversion and CSR norms

A parliamentary panel is examining changes to corporate law amendments. Investors may become partners in newly formed LLPs instead of trustees. T

Josh Kerr of Britain breaks the men''s mile world record that stood since 1999

At a Diamond League meet in London, Kerr broke Moroccan great Hicham El Guerrouj's mark of 3 minutes, 43.13 seconds, set in Rome in 1999. The 28-

SANJAYOVACHA | A New Wind Is Blowing Across Moribund Stage | Sanjaya Baru

All this caused a stir, enough to worry the government but not to make it respond responsibly. The mainstream media remained in la la land. Even

Monsoon Session: Govt talks bills; Opposition flags temple, NEET

The political contours of the session emerged at Sunday's all-party meeting chaired by Defence Minister and Deputy Leader of the Lok Sabha Rajnat

Donkeys, Frogs Tie The Knot As Seema Prays For Rain

Rituals, including bizarre ones, start in Rayalaseema seeking rains

India and Japan opt for indigenous bullet trains

This is a flagship project for India and Japan. Both countries are working on a common goal of commercial operations in 2027, a senior official t

Delhi Fortified After Wangchuks Call to March on Parliament

Security was tightened across central Delhi as thousands gathered at Jantar Mantar ahead of the Cockroach Janta Partys proposed march to Parliame

Amit Shah inaugurates Indias first immersive language museum Shabdalok in Kolkata

India's first immersive language museum, the Museum of Word, has opened at the National Library. This initiative by the Ministry of Culture celeb

Villagers oppose new stone quarry, crusher unit near Cheyyar in Tiruvannamalai

The quarry might pollute groundwater and waterbodies, and affect agricultural activities, say residents

Much more than Melbourne meets Modi

The Melbourne momentum is opening new chapters in security, business, education and culture

Sleeping Couple Falls From 4-Storey Roof in Delhi, Man Dies, Wife Critical

Preliminary investigation revealed that the couple had dinner with the family around 9 pm and then went to sleep on the rooftop of the house.

Pawan Completes Promised 1-Crore Works in ASR Tribal Villages

Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan has completed nearly 1 crore worth of development works, including Anganwadi centres, drinking water facilitie

Rohit Sharmas Century Not Enough as England Clinches ODI Series Against India

London, July 20: England secured a thrilling 27-run victory over India in a high-scoring match at the historic Lords ground on July 19. With this

Umesh Juluri Elected Secunderabad Club Vice-President; New Managing Committee Members Named

In the annual election proceedings held on Sunday, Juluri secured 1,082 votes.

CMRL ropes in consultant to procure trains, upgrade stations in phase 1 network

It plans to buy 28 six-coach trainsas commuters demand improved frequencyduring peak hours. AECOM India and Nippon Koei joint venture likely to b

Delhi Government Issues Notice to Janakpuri School Over Safety Violations

New Delhi, July 20: The Delhi government has issued a show-cause notice to the management of a private school located in Janakpuri for serious sa

In 71% of T.N. classrooms, teachers do not check childrens work: report

Petrol attack at Vembayam bar leaves four with burn injuries

The injured have been admitted to the Government Medical College Hospital here

GCC begins removal of encroachments on key stretches in city

Continuous action will be taken especially against encroachment in footpaths and non-vending zones, said GCC Commissioner G.S.Sameeran.

DC Edit | With Vikram-1, India Flies Into New Era Of Space

The success of Skyroot a startup founded by former Isro engineers Pawan Kumar Chandana and Naga Bharath Daka in Hyderabad in 2018 has validated

Spain vs Argentina, FIFA World Cup final LIVE updates: Argentina makes three changes

Spain has reached this stage by mastering every situation. Argentina has reached it by surviving every situation

Man Dies After Fan Falls On Him In Hospital, It Blames 'Medical Condition'

According to eyewitnesses, the ceiling fan suddenly came loose and fell directly onto the patient's bed, striking Akbar in the abdomen. He was im

Anna Nagar residents seek lasting solution to traffic congestion

PMK organises signature campaign urging State govt. to notify extent of Pallikaranai marshland

Speaking during the campaign, the PMK president criticised former DMK minister P.K. Sekarbabu, who was in-charge of the CMDA, for not playing the

From tennis-ball tricks to TG20s breakout star: Ved Reddys rise as a teenage spin sensation

Girl, 4, Kidnapped From Railway Station In Gujarat, Found Murdered

The victim belonged to a marginalised family that had arrived in the area just a few days ago.

Thummala Calls for Coordinated Action To Tackle El Nio Impact

Officials told to prepare for rainfall deficit, falling groundwater and possible water scarcity

TRAI Objects to Truecallers Frequently Blocked Badge

TRAI has asked Truecaller to stop displaying Frequently Blocked labels on regulated 140 and 1600 series numbers, saying the tags could mislead us

BJD Leader Bikram Arukh Dismisses Rumors of Party Switch

Bhubaneswar, July 19: Senior leader of the Biju Janata Dal (BJD) and former minister Bikram Kesari Arukh has dismissed rumors regarding his depar

MTC bus overturns in Sholinganallur, commuters sustain injuries

Family Finds Plastic In Biryani At Restaurant

The family alleged that when they brought the matter to the restaurant management's attention, they received an unsatisfactory response.

Puducherry Jipmer performs kidney transplant in a patient with rare Bombay blood group

After Japan Open triumph, Sindhu targets a sixth Worlds medal next

Congress criticises Puducherry govt. for failure to crackdown on illegal drug companies

LIG Indiramma Housing Scheme Under CURE to Be Launched Today

The Telangana government will launch the Indiramma LIG Housing Scheme under CURE on Monday, with plans to build one lakh houses for low-income fa

Even as fertility rates drop, young still aspire to partnership, parenthood, shows UN report

Young adults worldwide and in India still desire marriage and family life. Financial security and stable employment are crucial for partnership d

21-Year-Old Tests Positive for COVID-19

Health officials await RT-PCR confirmation as patient remains clinically stable

Iran Claims Destructive Drone Strikes on US Military Bases in Kuwait

New Delhi, July 19: The Iranian military has asserted that it conducted significant drone attacks on two major US military bases in Kuwait as par