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UN Raises Alarm Over Water Infrastructure Damage in Southern Lebanon

Beirut, August 1: The United Nations has expressed deep concern over the severe damage to water supply systems and other infrastructure in Southe

Gujarat: CSMCRI scientists Featured in SciRank' Top 5% Global List

Gujarat's Central Salt and Marine Chemicals Research Institute (CSMCRI) is known for its pioneering work in marine science, salt chemistry, desal

DMK chief Stalin asks T.N. CM Vijay to convene all-party meeting on Cauvery dispute

A legal battle is the only way to deal with a State that has consistently denied Tamil Nadu its rightful share of Cauvery water, the DMK presiden

Four Fishermen Missing After Two Boats Capsize off Kerala Coast

Family members of the missing fishermen staged a protest in front of the Anchuthengu Coastal Police Station, alleging delay in launching the sear

Assam's Floods Are a Governance Failure, Not Just a Climate Crisis

When a state knows floods will come, every preventable death becomes a matter of public responsibility.

Rahul Gandhi Visits Chennai for Congress Training Camp

Chennai, August 1: Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, arrived in Chennai on Saturday. He is set to participate in the concl

CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke falls sick again while meeting people in building parking

According to those present, he suddenly felt unwell and moved to the rear of the building, where he vomited. He later returned upstairs to his re

Self-enumeration exercise for India's 16th Census kicks-off in West Bengal

The window for the first phase of the once-in-a-decade population survey will remain open from August 1 to August 15

Congress Leader Defends Independent MP Pappu Yadav Amid Controversy

New Delhi, August 1: Congress leader Pramod Tiwari has come to the defense of independent MP Pappu Yadav, who recently faced backlash for his uni

Quote of the day by Albert Einstein: 'Small is the number of people who see with their eyes and think...' Life lessons from legendary physicist on seeing beyond the obvious & making better decisions

Best Quote of the Day: Albert Einstein's quote highlights the importance of observing the world carefully while thinking independently. It encour

When is Neeraj Chopra's next javelin event after winning silver at Commonwealth Games 2026?

Neeraj Chopra produced a season-best throw of 85.83m to win the silver medal in the javelin event at the Commonwealth Games on Friday (local time

Over 5.9 crore income tax returns filed by July 31 for AY27 as deadline closes

More than 5.9 crore income tax returns were filed by the July 31 deadline. This figure represents filings for assessment year 2026-27 by individu

Christopher Nolan's 'The Odyssey' Earns Rs 165.85 Crore at Box Office

According to the estimates of the trade tracking website Sacnilk, the total collection of the film stands at Rs 165.85 crore gross at the box off

Omar Abdullah announces Rs 10 lakh each for kin of 2 migrant workers killed in Kulgam terror attack

The Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah strongly condemned the killing of two labourers in Kulgam district in a terror attack. In a po

'They can some day turn on you..': Trump says US has not agreed to Ukraine building Patriot missiles

'I Am Ashamed, Please Forgive Me': Teen Accused Of Abusing PM Modi At Jantar Mantar CJP Protest, Issues Public Apology In Viral Video

A purported video showing a 15-year-old girl apologising for allegedly using abusive slogans against Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the July 23

Rishabh Pant trains with MS Dhoni in Ranchi ahead of Sri Lanka Test series

In preparation for the upcoming Test series, Rishabh Pant is honing his skills alongside MS Dhoni in Ranchi. Pant is integral to India's Test lin

Bihar man walks into police station with crocodile on his shoulder, videos goes viral

A young man in Bihar's Supaul district left people stunned after turning up at a police station with a crocodile slung over his shoulder. The rep

Hyderabad: 3 Arrested For Illegal Sale Of Mephentermine Sulphate Injections

The Hyderabad Police has apprehended three persons for illegally procuring and selling Mephentermine Sulphate injections, police said on Saturday

UAE Welcomes Trumps Gaza Disarmament Agreement

Abu Dhabi, August 1: The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has expressed its support for the agreement regarding the disarmament of Hamas and other arme

Alluri Sitarama Raju Airport Dedicated to the Nation: Pawan

Rooted in Alluri's ideals and driven by aspirations of people, Andhra Pradesh is ready to reach greater heights, Pawan Kalyan.

9,000 kmph: SpaceX junk is about to punch a hole in the Moon. Why scientists are happy

A piece of SpaceX rocket debris is set to crash into the Moon at nearly 9,000 kmph. Here's why scientists are interested in the impact and what i

KSDMA Terms Heavy Kerala Rains As Cloudburst; Death Toll Raises to 4

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast continued heavy rainfall in parts of Kerala, prompting authorities to keep rescue teams on

BJP Government Vows to Root Out Terrorism Following Kulgam Attack

Kolkata, August 1: West Bengal Minister Dilip Ghosh condemned the recent terrorist attack in Kulgam district of Jammu and Kashmir. Speaking to th

More tests, less health: Why India might be testing itself sick

Those Sunday Pavement Worlds of Wonder

Delhi had the biggest and most varied of these Sunday book markets, and the most notable Sunday book market was in Daryaganj, the Daryaganj Sunda

Neeraj Chopra wins silver, Yashvir Singh bags bronze in Commonwealth javelin in Scotland

How are you, dad? A lush-green Indian state is grappling with an ageing problem

Kerala, India's fastest-ageing state, is emerging as a blueprint for tackling the country's ageing population and elderly care challenges. With l

Fastest-Growing Ebola Outbreak in History Becomes More Challenging

The vast majority of new cases are emerging from unknown chains of transmission, the World Health Organization has said. The outbreaks origin is

Sam Altman Faces Backlash After Suggesting ChatGPT Create Daily Podcasts For Children

While some praised the idea as creative and practical, critics argued it could replace important parent-child conversations.

Explosion Reported Near Omans Coast Involving Oil Tanker, UKMTO Alerts Crew

Muscat, August 1: Tensions between the United States and Iran continue to escalate, with increased military activity in the skies and seas. On Sa

I forgive those PM Modi breaks silence on abusive protest videos

Indian Army Invites Applications For Internship Programme; Stipend Up To Rs 75,000

Indian Army Internship Programme 2026-27: According to the programme details, the internship will run for 75 days, comprising 60 days of practica

WATCH: Tensions escalate as security forces disperse protesters in Lahore

Seethakka Offers Special Prayers for Floodwaters to Subside

The minister said that because of heavy rains in the upstream regions, the flood flow in the Godavari River is gradually increasing

CA Final Registration 2026 Reopened For November Session: Check Last Date, How To Apply

ICAI has reopened CA Final Registration 2026 for the November session. Eligible candidates can apply until August 5 through the SSP portal before

Jammu and Kashmir CM Announces Compensation for Families of Victims in Kulgam Terror Attack

Srinagar, August 1: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah condemned the recent terrorist attack in Kulgam districts Kellam village. He a

Book Review | When Your Man is Hit by the #MeToo Wave

And it isnt clickbait material Shuma Raha tells a genuinely good story that moves at a brisk pace even as it gives each problem the scrutiny it

What Pacing the Frontier reveals about the U.S. AI industry | Explained

The U.S. AI industry boasts of a short yet rich tradition of open letters signed by tech companies, but do these efforts lead to any meaningful r

Russian Attacks on Kyiv Kill 9, Wound More Than Two Dozen

Both Russia and Ukraine have ramped up attacks in recent months, with Moscow increasing its long-range strikes on towns and cities across Ukraine

Encounter in Gonda: Wanted Suspect Injured and Arrested by Police

Gonda, August 1: In a significant operation in Gonda district, Uttar Pradesh, a joint team of police and the Special Operations Group (SOG) succe

RBI likely to hold repo rate at 5.25%, market to focus on policy guidance: Nuvama

The Reserve Bank of India will likely keep its repo rate unchanged at 5.25 percent. Policymakers are expected to adopt a cautious wait-and-watch

Happy Birthday, Mrunal Thakur!

She earned commercial success through hit Bollywood movies like Super 30 and Batla House.

EC extends SIR deadline in Telangana, final electoral roll to be published on October 19

The Election Commission in a significant development on Saturday extended the deadline for the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electo

PM Modi abuse video girl issues apology, says she was 'influenced'

A 15-year-old girl issued an apology video after appearing in a clip abusing Prime Minister Narendra Modi. She stated that friends influenced her

Tamil Nadu CM Cancels Bengaluru Visit Amid Cauvery Dispute Tensions

Chennai, August 1: Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay has decided to postpone his proposed trip to Bengaluru, originally scheduled for Aug

After ditching UPI for over two months, this Delhi woman reveals the money habits she never noticed before

A Delhi content creator found that using cash for daily expenses reduced her impulse spending. She believes this simple shift made her more aware

US To Bomb Iran This Weekend? Trump Gives Hit Very Hard Nod To Military

Officials were discussing concluding the strikes by the time financial markets open on Monday due to the concern about how it would affect the US

Ram Kapoor Apologizes to Pamela Serena After Heated Argument on Lockup 2

Mumbai, August 1: Actor Ram Kapoor is currently featured in the second season of the web reality show Lockup. In a recent episode, he was seen ap

TN School Education Minister Clarifies Chicken Biryani Proposal in Midday Meals

Growing children need adequate protein-eating chicken biryani will not corrupt or spoil them and the issue should not be politicised, Rajmohan ad

Flash floods hit Chatroo; schools shut in Kishtwar, Doda, Ramban districts in Jammu and Kashmir

Persistent rain has disrupted normal life across the Chenab Valley, prompting authorities to close schools in Kishtwar, Doda, and Ramban district

Bhogapuram Airport to Start Commercial Flight Service from Aug 17: GMR

The facility in Bhogapuram is the second greenfield airport in the country that will start operations this year after Uttar Pradesh's Jewar airpo

Strong Earthquake Strikes Aomori, Japan, Measuring 5.8 on the Richter Scale

Tokyo, August 1: A powerful earthquake shook northern Japan once again. The Japan Meteorological Agency reported that a 5.8 magnitude quake occur

Minister Lokesh receives Australian Minister Julian Hill ahead of key education partnership

Julian Hill arrived at Gannavaram Airport as part of his visit to Andhra Pradesh. The Ministers extended a warm welcome by presenting him with a

WATCH: 4.7-magnitude quake near Naples triggers rockfall, damages buildings

India braces for below-normal rainfall in August; Telangana to see normal to above-normal rains

Young Girl Apologizes for Offensive Remarks Against PM Modi

New Delhi, August 1: A video featuring a young girl expressing remorse has gone viral on social media. She is accused of using inappropriate lang

PM Narendra Modi inaugurates ASR International Airport at Bhogapuram

The inauguration of the Alluri Sitharama Raju International Airport is expected to enhance air connectivity for North Coastal Andhra Pradesh

Gross GST collections surge 15.4% to reach Rs 2.11 lakh crore in July 2026

India's Goods and Services Tax (GST) collections continued their upward trend in the month of July, rising 15.4 per cent year-on-year to reach Rs

UPI Transactions Surge by 22% in July, Total Value Reaches 29.88 Lakh Crore

New Delhi, August 1: The scope of digital payments in India continues to expand. According to data released by the National Payments Corporation

Tea seller welcomes 202 cut in commercial LPG prices, seeks further relief

Hyundai India Couture Week 2026: Corsets, capelets, and lehenga skirts rule the ramp

From statement capes replacing dupattas to sculpted corsets and bold bralettes, we bring you our pick of trends from the Hyundai India Couture We

U.S. Marine F-35B crashes near San Diego; pilot ejects safely

Shivratri 2026 date August 11 or 12: When is Sawan Shivratri this year and what's the difference bewyeen Shrawan Shivratri and Maha Shivratri?

2026 sawan maha shivaratri date and time: Sawan Shivratri in 2026 will be observed on Tuesday, August 11. The auspicious Chaturdashi Tithi begins

Discovery announces documentary on Operation Sindoor, to premiere on Aug 15

The documentary follows the events from the strategic deliberations after the Pahalgam terror attack in April last year to the launch and executi

Union Cabinet approves 84,084 crore for offshore exploration scheme Samudra Manthan

The Cabinet has allocated 43,200 crore for drilling 60 deepwater exploration wells

Devghars Baidyanath Temple Sees Massive Crowds During Shravan Mela

New Delhi, August 1: On the third day of the Shravan Mela, a significant influx of devotees was observed at the Baidyanath Temple in Devghar, Jha

Heavy rain hits eastern parts of Ernakulam, DTPC shuts tourist spots

District Disaster Management Authority has advised those staying along the Muvattupuzha and Thodupuzha rivers to stay safe as water level in both

Minor landslip disrupts access to tourist destination Ponmudi amid heavy rains

The collapse of the road edges has brought traffic heading to Ponmudi to a complete halt for the time being.

EC extends Telangana electoral roll revision schedule, final list on Oct 19

The Election Commission of India has extended the special intensive revision schedule for Telangana's electoral rolls. Final electoral rolls for

Key Financial Changes in August 2026: Impact on Taxpayers, Bank Customers, and Travelers

New Delhi, August 1: As August 2026 begins, several significant financial changes affecting the general public, taxpayers, bank customers, and tr

He lost jobs, saw his business collapse & almost gave up on life; one phone call from his wife changed everything, making him first Indian to complete marathon at North Pole

Life lessons: Ram Gopal Kothari overcame repeated job losses, business failures and financial hardship to achieve a remarkable feat. He went on t

Toxic trailer release date announced; Yash begins countdown with new poster

The wait for fans of Yash's upcoming film Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups is almost over, as the makers have announced the trailer release date

Sri Lanka Easter Bombing Case: Former Police Chief Sentenced to Death

Colombo, August 1: A special bench of Sri Lankas High Court has sentenced former Inspector General of Police (IGP) Pujith Jayasundara to death. T

Modi says he forgives young protesters over abusive remarks.

Climate Experts Warn of Increased Wildfire Risks in Western Europe Due to Rising Temperatures

Barcelona, August 1: A climate expert from Spain has reported that Western Europe is warming at a rate faster than many other regions worldwide.

AI-Generated Video of a Rescue Operation Amid Assam Floods Shared as Real

The video does not show authentic footage of the floods in Assam.

Heavy Rain Alert Issued in Keralas Eight Districts, One Woman Dies

Thiruvananthapuram, August 1: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a red alert for heavy rainfall in eight districts of Kerala. T

The quiet appeal of snail mail

As AI slop fills timelines, young Indians are rediscovering analogue experiences the realness of a handwritten letter, of a hand-drawn postcard.

Australia defends teen social media ban after study shows most still online

The eSafety study painted a sobering picture. It found that children aged 10 to 15 were using social media just as frequently in March as they ha

Modi Dedicates Alluri Sitarama Raju International Airport to the Nation

The passenger terminal building has been designed to provide a modern, seamless and efficient travel experience

Jos Buttler on the verge of scripting history, edges closer to Kieron Pollard's legendary record with fifty

Veteran England batter Jos Buttler has been in brilliant form of late, and he has been putting in some brilliant showings at the ongoing The Hund

Significant Drop in Commercial LPG Cylinder Prices Brings Relief to Businesses

New Delhi, August 1: Government oil marketing companies have announced a reduction of over 200 in the price of the 19-kilogram commercial LPG cyl

Why Mumbai is leading Indias super-tall housing boom

As Mumbais super-tall residential towers rise beyond 300 metres, innovation, redevelopment and sustainability redefine vertical living

How Keralas ageing population is reshaping housing demand

Keralas demographic transition is redefining residential planning through inclusive design, wellness and community-focused developments

Kerala CM Satheesan Says Govt Prepared To Tackle Rain-Related Emergencies

Teams of the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF), police and other emergency agencies were fully prepared to handle any eventuality.

The $20 Billion Secret: How Hygiene Became India's Next Big Bet

India's annual 25 million births fuels demand for baby-care products. Meanwhile, increasing elderly population is demanding adult-care products.

Meet 14-year-old San Diego student Sharvi Mahajan, whose AI system can detect driver fatigue before accidents happen & who is now competing for $25,000 science prize

Sharvi Mahajan, a 14-year-old Indian-American student, is a finalist in the 2026 3M Young Scientist Challenge. She developed an AI system using E

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Yashveer Singh Celebrates First International Medal with Bronze at Commonwealth Games 2026

Glasgow, August 1: Yashveer Singh made headlines at the Commonwealth Games 2026 by clinching a bronze medal in javelin throw with an impressive t