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J&K's Cultivable Land Rises by 23,000 Hectares in Five Years

Jammu and Kashmir's cultivable land increased from 10.74 lakh hectares in 2020-21 to 10.97 lakh hectares in 2024-25, registering a rise of 23,000

Harbhajan Singh Advocates for a Drug-Free Punjab Amid Rising Concerns

New Delhi, August 11: Former cricketer and Rajya Sabha MP Harbhajan Singh has once again raised his voice against the escalating drug problem in

Five country-made explosives seized in Coimbatore forest area

Search for techie missing from Shivagange Hills trek continues

Police must lead efforts to make Karnataka drug-free: Priyank Kharge

Mr. Kharge says enforcement measures against drugs must be accompanied by sustained public awareness campaigns, particularly targeting the youth.

17 breast milk donors honoured in Coimbatore

Tragic Accident on Rangiya National Highway Claims Two Lives

Guwahati, August 11: A tragic accident occurred on the Rangiya National Highway in Assam, resulting in the immediate deaths of two young men. The

Plea in HC to exempt PG teachers from Census duty

PIL petition said the PG teachers working in government and government-aided schools were handling classes for students of Classes X to XII, whic

Private transport operators seek government action on key issues

In a memorandum submitted to the government on Tuesday (August 11), the Federation of Karnataka State Private Transport Associations sought a cle

Junior Womens National Championship 2026 Set to Kick Off in Pune with 30 Teams

Pune, August 11: The 16th Hockey India Junior Womens National Championship 2026 will take place in Pune, Maharashtra, from August 12 to 23. A tot

Beyond Kaveri: The tale of India

While everyone talks only about Kaveri engine, Indian defence sector is developing several other jet engines to become Atmanirbhar in jet propuls

Audio message from deceased Collectorate staff surfaces amid probe

The message that surfaced in a WhatsApp group of Collectorate employees indicated that she had been under considerable mental and physical stress

Russia frees ailing ex-US Marine Robert Gilman from detention

Former U.S. Marine Robert Gilman was freed from Russian custody after President Putin approved his pardon. Gilman, who was jailed since 2022, is

Woman robbed of 5 sovereigns of gold

Drug abuse awareness events held in districts; students write letters to parents appealing to them to give up alcoholism, tobacco, substance abuse

'Swamp Fox': Scott Bessent drops his USSS code name, and it's perfect for South Carolina

'Swamp Fox': Scott Bessent drops his USSS code name, and it's perfect for South Carolina

Tribunal Bill gets Parliament nod, but vacancies, infra remain key hurdles

The Bill proposes a National Tribunals Commission and a data grid, but legal experts say timely appointments and adequate infrastructure will be

Karnataka Bandh on Aug. 13 not for Cauvery alone, says Vatal Nagaraj

Odishas Minister Krishna Chandra Patra Discusses Integrated Science and Technology Initiatives with Dr. Jitendra Singh

New Delhi, August 11: Central Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh has outlined an integrated framework for Odisha. This initiative aims to align with the

As Polavaram looms, Koyas cast one last net in Godavari floods

Using the traditional bamboo-framed Pander Valla, Koya fishers make the most of the flood season on the Godavari, Sabari and their tributaries as

Will GVMC complete Yendada smart vending zone by August-end ?

Quote of the Day by David Bowie: 'Once you lose that sense of wonder at being alive, you're pretty much...'- Powerful life lessons on wonder, curiosity and why staying fascinated by life can help us keep growing through everything by the singer of the iconic 1977 song 'Heroes'

Quote of the Day by David Bowie: David Bowie's quote highlights the importance of retaining a sense of wonder throughout life. Childhood curiosit

Delhi Assembly Speaker Addresses CAG Report Findings

New Delhi, August 11: Delhi Assembly Speaker Vijender Gupta delivered a statement regarding the CAG report in the house. Gupta noted that the CAG

Calcutta Stock Exchange has not submitted formal revival plan to Sebi: Govt

The exchange asked Sebi in July to put its February 2025 exit application on hold, but the regulator has yet to receive a formal proposal for its

Phuket-Delhi flight incident: Air India pilot fails second dope test

Air India CEO Wilson summoned by MoCA over Phuket-Delhi flight incident

Centre relaxes construction hurdles in Ganga flood plain

Removes 2016 orders blanket declaration that the Ganga flood plain is a contruction free zone; new stratified definition may allow contruction in

Namma Metro records highest daily ridership of August with over 11.19 lakh boardings

The ridership figures were released a day after the Comptroller and Auditor General of India (CAG) flagged concerns over low ridership projection

5000 ODI matches completed! India has played the most, but the king of victories is someone else; see the top-10 list

International cricket has completed 5,000 ODIs. India has played the most matches with 1,081, while Australia leads with 619 wins. India is secon

Palla launches fifth edition of Vizag Marathon

Karnataka, J&K lead govt plan for 19 additional national waterways

Five waterways have been identified in Karnataka and three in Jammu & Kashmir as the government seeks to expand environmentally sustainable cargo

Rapid7 cuts 12% of workforce as it invests more in AI tools; CEO says it is a good company ready to be great

Rapid7, a notable player in cybersecurity, has announced a workforce reduction of around twelve percent as part of its strategic shift towards an

In Kolkata, At the Still Point brings two performances that explore belonging

At the eighth edition of At the Still Point, Madhya Pradeshs Gram Art Project and Manipuri artiste Surjit Nongmeikapam use Cotton Stainers and Fo

CM Vijay administers State-level mass pledge for a Drug Free Tamil Nadu

The event was attended by 2,000 students from 73 educational institutions; he also launched the Drug and Tobacco-Free Campus initiative in which

Three held for taking liquor bottles to temple inside KMTR

Allegations of Major Land Scam Linked to Telangana CMs Brother Surface

Hyderabad, August 11: K.T. Rama Rao, the executive president of the Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS), has alleged that a land deal involving Telangan

Examining Sheikh Hasina extradition request as per established procedures, MEA says

India is examining Bangladesh's request for Sheikh Hasina's extradition. The government stated its position on the matter remains unchanged. Inve

'Arunachal is integral part of India, nothing can change this': India tells China

Naukri, 99acres power Info Edge growth as Q1FY27 operating margins improve

Recruitment billings rose 17.5 per cent year-on-year, while 99acres moved close to breakeven as competitive intensity eased and billings grew 16.

GVMC officials monitor distribution, tanker filling points amid water crisis

SC/ST Special Court finds seven guilty in Kannamoola Vishnu murder case

The court will pronounce the quantum of sentence on Thursday

Man killed as garbage lorry hits bike in Bengaluru

Delhi High Court hears bail plea of Parliament security breach accused Dhanraj Shinde

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Split in legislature party does not amount to split in political party, Shiv Sena (UBT) tells Supreme Court

The court had rejected the argument that legislators wear two hats, one as members of the original political party and another as members of the

Psychology says walking into a room can make you forget why you went there, here's why

The next time you walk into a room and suddenly forget why you went there, it may be easy to blame your memory. But psychology offers a more intr

Chess | Red-hotPraggnanandhaavital to Indias fortunes at the Olympiad

CWMA directs Karnataka to release 12,000 cusecs of water daily to Tamil Nadu for 15 days

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SP MLA Accuses Yogi Government of Attacks on Students

New Delhi, August 11: SP MLA Dr. Ragini Sonkar has made serious allegations against the Yogi government and the BJP regarding the CJP protest, NE

SC Asks 19 States, UTs to Make Cancer 'Notifiable' for Early Detection

We direct remaining states/UTs to consider the above-stated recommendations and take appropriate decisions. Compliance affidavits have to be file

Quote of the Day by Enid Blyton: If you cant look after something in your care, you have no right to Inspiring lessons on responsibility, care, commitment, accountability and why you should take care of what you have by the childrens author known for her timeless stories and deep insights on childhood and human nature

Quote of the Day by Enid Blyton: Enid Blytons quote, If you cant look after something in your care, you have no right to keep it, explores the im

SP MLA Ragini Sonkar Accuses Yogi Government of Attacks on Students

New Delhi, August 11: SP MLA Dr. Ragini Sonkar has leveled serious allegations against the Yogi government and the BJP regarding the CJP protests

What happens when you spray vinegar on your walls? Here's why people recommend it

White vinegar for mold removal hack: Mold thrives in damp conditions, but there's an effective solution: white vinegar. Its acetic acid content i

Security Tightened At RGIA Ahead of I-Day

Frisking and checks of vehicles along the approach roads and entry points to the airport in Shamshabad will be introduced, officials said, along

Disney wins global streaming rights for Formula E races

Disney has secured global streaming rights for Formula E races. The multi-year agreement will feature races on Disney+ across 144 territories. US

Himadri plans 1,300 cr FY27 capex, steps up battery materials investments

The company is preparing another Rs 1,500 crore investment cycle for the following year and plans India's first commercial carbon nanotube manufa

Video uploaded by Dhruv Rathee withheld in India, global blocking pending: YouTube tells Delhi High Court

The submission was made before Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma in a petition filed by advocate Amita Sachdeva, who has sought removal of the alleged

Karnataka High Court criticises police for asking hospital to produce operation theatre equipment

Court says police cannot conduct FIR-style investigation in unnatural death report case

CPI(M) demands super specialty hospital status for RIMS, Srikakulam

Todd Blanche sworn in as Attorney General, gets grand welcome at DOJ headquarters | WATCH

Sebi plans wider vaulting norms for bullion ETFs and derivatives

Move will extend Vault Managers Regulations beyond EGRs to ETFs, derivatives

Quote of the day by Rumi: If you find the mirror of the heart dull, the rust has not been cleared... A powerful reminder about self-reflection, inner peace and clearing away what clouds the soul

Quote of the day by Rumi: If you find the mirror of the heart dull, the rust has not been cleared from its face. Explore the deeper meaning behin

Rain wreaks havoc on Kerala State Electricity Board, causes 1.75-cr. loss in Kottayam

From 'Simon Go Back' to tricolour skies: How kites became a symbol of freedom

Kite flying is a beloved Indian tradition celebrating freedom and patriotism. Families gather on rooftops, enjoying the festive atmosphere and fr

Losing Her Son At 14, Anandibai Joshi Turned Grief Into Becoming India

After losing her infant son, Anandibai Gopalrao Joshi crossed oceans to earn a medical degree.

Drains leading to Periyakulam in Coimbatore clogged with solid waste

Security arrangements stepped up ahead of Independence Day celebrations in Chennai

As part of the security arrangements, areas in and around the Secretariat and the route to be taken by the Chief Minister from his residence in N

Only 3.1% of fruit, vegetable samples had excess pesticide residue: Govt

Government data shows 3.1% of 70,652 fruit and vegetable samples tested over three years exceeded FSSAI pesticide residue limits, prompting conti

Absconding main accused in chain-snatching case arrested

Communist Ideologue M P Parameswaran Passes Away

Parameswaran's book Fourth World sparked a major debate in the CPM in Kerala and across Left circles in the country, leading to his expulsion fro

Mini truck driver Mohd Azeem dies due to injuries during assault after accident with Mohd Farman

The Wire claimed that a Muslim mini-truck driver Mohammad Azeem (24) died at a hospital due to injuries caused during an attack on 31st July by K

Telangana Cabinet Meeting On Aug 14 To Approve Expansion Of Welfare Scheme, New Land Pooling Policy

The Cabinet was likely to approve the land pooling policy, which is aimed at replacing the forced land acquisition process with a more participat

U.S. Court Dismisses Case Against Gautam Adani, Clearing Legal Hurdles for Business Operations

Ahmedabad, August 11: The dismissal of charges against Gautam Adani by a U.S. court has effectively closed the case, removing legal obstacles to

Operation Hot Spot waste management campaign launched in Kozhikode

The initiative aims to ensure proper waste management and strengthen enforcement activities in the district; inspections to be conducted at estab

LS Passes Bill to Amend NCDC Act, Boost Cooperative Sector Amid Din

Its main activities include planning, promoting and financing programmes for the production, processing, marketing, storage and export-import of

Pravasi Commission Adalat: Around 600 complaints settled

Commission Chairperson Justice Sophy Thomas said that with the launch of the Pravasi Commission website, nricommission.kerala.gov.in, expatriates

Nearly 700 devotees and 16 Baiga tribals join Bhawna Bohra-led Kanwar Yatra on second day

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Pakistan minister Naqvi heads to Iran amid mediation efforts to end conflict

Pakistan's Interior Minister Mohsin Raza Naqvi traveled to Tehran for crucial discussions. He engaged with Iranian officials regarding bilateral

MRF Q1 profit drops 1.3% on input costs

Company says revenue rose 9.7% on robust OE and replacement demand but Middle East-linked raw material costs squeezed margins

Madhuri Dixit Becomes First Woman Host of KBC Franchise

She will steer the Marathi edition of the game show

Textile machinery fair to be held in Noida in December

Bengaluru: 82-year-old man loses 28.5 lakh in online investment fraud

According to the complaint, on April 14, 2026, the victim was watching a social media video related to the Finance Minister and investment opport

Tensions Rise in Parliament Over Police Action Against Students in Jharkhand

New Delhi, August 11: The issue of police action against students planning to besiege the Jharkhand Assembly has ignited heated debates both on t

Congo Says 2,000 People Have Died in its Ebola Outbreak, Fastest Growing on Record

Government data published overnight into Tuesday showed the outbreak has recorded a total of 4,381 confirmed cases, including 2,011 deaths

Unit-4 of Srisailam Left Bank Hydro Electric Station Is Back On Grid After Six-year Repair Saga

The 150 MW unit, part of the 6x150 MW complex, had caught fire on August 20, 2020, suffering severe damage to its stator and rotor. Repair work w

'Examining implications': MEA reacts to Pakistan-Saudi-Turkey defence pact, regional stability

Why is BMC spending Rs 6 crore on Tablets? Opposition slams plan, BJP defends digital push

Mumbai's Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC), one of India's richest civic bodies, is preparing to move towards a more digital and paperless

Shankar Mahadevan and Jasmine Sandlas to perform at UP T20 League Season 4 opening ceremony

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Latin America used a 30-year mine closure as an unexpected environmental reset; the result transformed the abandoned mining area, allowing vegetation and wildlife to reclaim areas once dominated by extraction

Serra Pelada is back in the gold mining conversation, more than three decades after Brazil shut down its legendary open-pit operation. The former

Fans prompted Farhan Akhtar to bring

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'Their smiles are sinister': Massachusetts Gov faces fury after expanding abortion access till birth

Kerala University V-C pledges to improve LLB examination process

Question papers will hereafter be sent online to colleges shortly before the examination, instead of the existing practice of sending them to exa