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ET Graphics | Decoding Chandra era: How Tata's market value tripled in 10 years

Tata Group's market capitalization tripled and profits increased five-fold during Chandrasekaran's tenure. Revenue also saw a two-fold rise, reac

Swahili proverb of the day: 'Love has to be shown by deeds not...' - this African saying teaches motivational life lessons on showing love through meaningful actions, building stronger relationships and why saying I love you isn't enough

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Assam Government Unveils Roadmap for Statewide Cleanliness Campaign

Guwahati, August 13: The Assam government has developed a roadmap to transform the initiatives of the Swachh Bharat Mission into a continuous cle

NEET-PG Candidates Sent Wrong Test-City SMS

The NEET-PG 2026 examination for admission to postgraduate medical courses is scheduled to be held on August 30.

EV bus drivers temporary strike disrupts BMTC services

Telangana Chief Minister Takes Strong Action Against Defaulting Rice Millers

Hyderabad, August 13: Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy has taken a firm stance against rice millers who have failed to meet the Custom M

House Panel Seeks Cap on Private Hospital Room Tariffs

Resident doctor, nursing, disposable consumable, meal and laundry costs may be added to the basic room tariff, the panel said.

CCRT Takes Tiranga Rally To Hitec City

The programme concluded with the National Anthem. CCRT said the event was part of its effort to nurture patriotism, cultural awareness, national

SP Group's Tata stake plan faces fresh uncertainty with N Chandrasekaran's exit

N Chandrasekaran's unexpected resignation adds uncertainty to Shapoorji Pallonji Group's stake. Discussions on monetizing the Mistry family's sta

Expedite Ejipura buffer road works: GBA chief commissioner

Cybersecurity is an economic imperative for the government: IT Secretary N. Manjula (No pic on dcx)

India and Israel share a culture of problem solving, with a strong emphasis on education, entrepreneurship and innovation: Orli Weitzman, Consul

Karnataka: Prasanna Revanna Shifted to General Barrack After Mobile Phone Discovery in Jail

Bengaluru, August 13: Former MP Prasanna Revanna has been moved from a VIP cell to a general barrack in Bengaluru Central Jail after a mobile pho

CM Naidu Asks Police to Maintain High Alert, Respond Within Golden Hour

Naidu held his first review meeting with police officers from the DGP to SHOs at the secretariat on Wednesday.

Vellore District Pensioners Association holds protest

Activist Devendra Mahto Seeks Civil Surgeon's Nod To Return To Protest Site

The Jharkhand Loktantrik Krantikari Morcha (JLKM) leader had to be shifted to the hospital on Monday after his health deteriorated following his

No Bumrah, A Bit of Inexperience: Warning Bell Sounded As India Face SL

What is going through Gautam Gambhir's mind? His reputation as a red-ball coach is at stake, and so are India's chances of qualifying for the Wor

Tata Group shares slide up to 4% as Chandrasekaran opts out of reappointment

Tata Group company shares declined significantly on Wednesday after the chairman's decision. Several group stocks experienced drops of up to four

Ambedkar statues vandalised in U.P.

Sports Ministry pulls the plug on TTFI

The Sports Ministry said the continuing differences between TTFIs president Meghna Ahlawat and secretary general Kamlesh Mehta had adversely affe

NHAI opens re-laid service lane of Chennai-Bengaluru National Highway in Vellore

7 firms show interest in Kamarajar Ports cargo berth project

Upgradation of General Cargo Berth-1 receives environmental clearance. It will be executed at 221 cr. under the public-private partnership mode

South Zone Cultural Centre starts three-day workshop and cultural event

Congress, BJP workers clash as Minister joins sanitation workers stir in Alwar for jobs

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GST Officials Hail APs AI-Driven Tax Administration

GST Council officials praised Andhra Pradeshs AI-driven tax systems, saying the model could serve as a reference for the Centre and other states.

Guwahati Airport Advances Rainwater Harvesting for Water Conservation

Guwahati, August 13: Guwahatis popular Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport has strengthened its rainwater harvesting initiatives. Of

Doctors body opposes Speakers remarks, seeks NEET exemption and medical reforms

Corporations property tax reassessment drive draws flak for lack of transparency

West Bengal teachers protest over stalled recruitment process

Counselling scheduled for Aug. 14 adjourned until further notice; untainted teachers reappeared for fresh recruitment process after their appoint

Keralam, NCDC Bills Cleared

The NCDC amendment Bill, which amends the National Co-operative Development Corporation Act, 1962, was also passed by the Lok Sabha on Tuesday.

Chennai is living museum of culture and traditions that breathe beauty into modern life, says Chennai police Commissioner Amalraj

Scattered rainfall to continue in many parts of T.N. till August 18

The RMC had earlier forecast that rainfall is likely to be normal or above normal in most parts of T.N. this month

Centres demography panel ignored displaced families of LoC, says AIP

Mamdani, AOC & El-Sayed: Nancy Pelosi Reveals Trumps 3 Biggest Midterm Threats | Watch

Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi has set an ambitious target for Democrats in the November midterms, saying she wants the party to flip 30 House

Report to HC: SIT Detects Lapses in Group-1 Answer Script Evaluation

The SIT said forensic handwriting examination linked chief examiners to unauthorised changes in several scripts.

Sonu Nigam Discusses the Use of Auto-Tune in Modern Music

Mumbai, August 13: Renowned playback singer Sonu Nigam has revealed that he is not untouched by the use of auto-tune. He discussed the minimal us

Two arrested for snatching elderly womans gold chain

The accused told investigators that he needed money and jewellery for his marriage, which was being arranged by his family

AIG Brings Digital Review To Operating Rooms, To record surgeries for review, training

AIG Hospitals will adopt Johnson & Johnsons Polyphonic Surgery platform to securely record and review surgeries for training, case discussions an

Auto-rickshaw driver murders his wife in Ambattur in moving auto

The police said the deceased woman had been in contact with another man through Instagram, which had led to frequent quarrels between her and her

14.20 Crore Sanctioned for Manjeera Barrage Repairs

The decision was taken after a Panel of Experts (PoE) inspected the barrage and found deficiencies in the apron. The panel recommended immediate

Chennai hospital launches 5G-enabled continuous care ambulance fleet

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Senior IPS officer Bala Naga Devi posted as CB-CID chief

SRM School of Law signs six MoUs for experiential learning

Red Fort terror attack finds mention in UN body report

A UN report attributes the 2025 Red Fort attack to Al Qaida in the Indian Subcontinent. The group also shows interest in establishing cells withi

Prashant Kishor Transforms Official Residence into Public Office for Constituents

Patna, August 13: Following his victory in the Bankipur assembly by-election, Prashant Kishor, the founder of Jan Suraj and newly elected MLA, ha

State Plans to Raise Rs 15,000 Crore Funds

The government envisaged increasing the revenue to the State by bringing in regulations in the implementation of the motor vehicle registration a

Quote of the Day by Charlie Munger: Nothing has served me better in my long life than... Why daily curiosity creates a compound life advantage? Timeless life lessons from an inspiring quote by Warren Buffetts longtime business partner on continuous learning, wisdom, self-growth, discipline, success, and lifelong learning

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BJP Seeks 10x Compensation for Karkhana Property Owners

He urged the Chief Minister to intervene and revise the compensation package before possession of the affected properties.

Keelkattalai lake restored, eco-park work completed

Makkalai Thedi Maurthuvam staff demand increase in incentives, regularisation

A total of 8,713 persons in rural and 2,256 in urban areas were working under the scheme for the last five years

Former BRS MLA Arrested In Sexual Harassment Case

The woman alleged that Kanta Rao cheated her on the promise of marriage and called her to a plot on the pretext of opening a YouTube channel for

Opposition rejects Amit Shahs Parliament debate offer, demands answers over student protest

Opposition parties rejected Home Minister Amit Shah's debate offer on student protests. They continued to stall Parliament's monsoon session, whi

Google Pixel 11 Series Unveiled With New Chip, Upgraded Cameras. Check Prices

The Pixel 11 comes with a camera upgrade along with a 40 per cent thinner camera than the Pixel 10.

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Sub-registrar, two document writers arrested for accepting 15,000 bribe

Unwilling to pay the bribe, Natarajan approached the DVACs Tiruvallur detachment and lodged a complaint

Punjab Youths Future at Stake Amid Allegations Against AAP Government, Claims BJP Spokesperson Pradeep Bhandari

New Delhi, August 13: The controversy surrounding alleged paper leaks and irregularities in recruitment exams in Punjab is intensifying. BJP nati

AUS vs BAN 1st Test Prediction, Match Preview And Playing XI

AUS vs BAN 1st Test, Cricket Tips: Bangladesh have landed in Australia for a Test series for the first time since 2003. These two sides will face

Pravasi trust calls for tapping NRI savings for Keralas growth

In its memorandum to Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan, the trust suggests raising funds from NRKs for the proposed high-speed railway between Thiruv

Karnataka to wait for Supreme Court hearing before deciding on Cauvery water release

Karnataka will wait for the Supreme Court's decision on Cauvery water release. Tamil Nadu has petitioned the court seeking compliance with water

Assam group starts blockade against Arunachal Pradesh

Takam Mising Porin Kebang initiated an economic blockade against Arunachal Pradesh. This action followed a border firing incident which injured e

Former A&NI Chief Secretary said Shompen tribe must adopt modern lifestyle brought by GNI project, alleges Tribal Council

The Shompen are recognised as a Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Group and have settlements near Galathea, where a power plant is being proposed; C

2 Nellore Teachers Selected for Finland Training

Dominic Reddy and Dr Chennayya were among the recipients of the State Best Teacher Awards presented by Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu on Sep

Jharkhand protest: Devendra Mahto writes to civil surgeon seeking permission to return to site

JLKM leader Devendra Mahto is seeking hospital discharge to rejoin a student protest. He has been on a hunger strike for eleven days over recruit

Union home minister Amit Shah challenges Opposition to debate student protests

Union Home Minister Amit Shah proposed a two-day debate regarding the NEET protests, urging the opposition to formally approach the Speaker. Shah

In Jaipur, Inmate Shot Dead While Being Transferred to Jail, Opposition Questions Law and Order

Jaipur, August 13: In a shocking incident, an inmate was shot dead while being transported to jail in Jaipur. Opposition leader Tikaram Julie rai

FCRA Bill sent to JPC after Opposition uproar

The Lok Sabha has referred the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Amendment Bill, 2026, to a joint parliamentary committee. This decision follows

Portfolio allocation done, Karnataka Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar huddles with Ministers to strategise on countering opposition

The new Ministers are likely to be under prepared due to lack of time to prepare, and the CM has advised his Cabinet colleagues to work as a team

Australia vs Bangladesh Live Streaming, 1st Test Live Telecast: When And Where To Watch

Australia vs Bangladesh Live Streaming, 1st Test Live Telecast: When And Where To Watch

Karnataka groups divided over bandh call over Cauvery water dispute

Kannada groups are divided on a bandh call for Thursday regarding the Cauvery water dispute. Some groups insist on a bandh to protest water relea

Matt Damons Odyssey Biceps Have A Secret Weapon: Meet Devyn Dalton

Devyn Dalton opens up about the intense physical preparation that went into her work on Christopher Nolans The Odyssey, revealing how she approac

Punjabi Songs |Tezaab | Jukebox Song

For all Punjabi music fans, check-out popular Punjabi Songs. This track includes songs like Tezaab, Bapu Tere Hundeya, Pagg Banni C and many more

Meghan Markle's 'Cookie Queens' Bombs At Box Office Despite Huge Promo Push

Meghan Markle and Prince Harry are facing another professional setback after their documentary 'Cookie Queens' struggled during its opening weeke

The Great Punjab Robbery | Song - Jugni Ho Gayi Faraar

Watch the song Jugni Ho Gayi Faraar from punjabi movie 'The Great Punjab Robbery' starring Sardar Raj Singh Kundra, Payal Rajput and Garvita Sadh

Experience The New Punjabi Music Video 'Channa' by Vagish, Abhii, Geetkarz

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Experience The New Punjabi Music Video 'Pyar Nishani' by Amrita Virk

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USS Abraham Lincoln: Deadly Brawl Reported Aboard Amid Iran War Deployment

Reports claim seven US Navy personnel were killed in a violent brawl aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln, with knives allegedly used in the confrontat

Krishnavataram Part 1 | Song - Kunj Bihari

Watch the song Kunj Bihari from hindi movie 'Krishnavataram Part 1' starring Siddharth Gupta, Sushmitha Bhat and Sanskruti jayana. 'Krishnavatara

Enjoy The New Haryanvi Music Video For 'Mitti Ka Karz' By Ak Jatti

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Enjoy The New Haryanvi Music Video For 'Baal Pad Lo' By The Lekhak

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Enjoy The New Haryanvi Music Video For 'Deshi Drill' By Hassil

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Torrent Groups

Bhopal, August 13: Madhya Pradesh is rapidly advancing towards energy self-sufficiency. The Torrent Group is investing over 43,000 crore in the s

Lok Sabha Speaker-constituted panel finds Justice Yashwant Varma guilty of misconduct

A judicial inquiry committee has concluded that former Delhi High Court judge Yashwant Varma is guilty of misconduct. The allegations against him

Quote of the day by W. Somerset Maugham: 'What makes old age hard to bear is not the failing of one's...' - emotional quote by Of Human Bondage and The Razor's Edge author teaches life lessons on aging, old age, growing older, accepting the past and why memories can feel heavier with age

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Bhagwant Mann, BJP's Ravneet Bittu Back Parole For Beant Singh Murder Convict

Ravneet Singh Bittu -- grandson of former Punjab Chief Minister Beant Singh for whose assassination Hawara was convicted, also chose to back the

FIR can be lodged against Justice Varma: Legal experts

Legal experts are divided on whether an FIR can be lodged against former Allahabad High Court judge Justice Yashwant Varma, who resigned after a

Canine Tooth Of Tiger Seized, 3 Held

Acting on a tip-off, a release stated STPF personnel arrested Mahadev, a resident of Hosapodu, Ramesh, a resident of Mavathur village and Mani, a

Indias July Retail Inflation Rises to 4.45% on Elevated Food Prices; 9th Consecutive Monthly Hike

The government, however, has tasked the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), ensuring that CPI should remain at 4 per cent with a margin of 2 per cent on

Gujarat-Madhya Pradesh Relations Strengthened with New Investments, Says CM Mohan Yadav

Ahmedabad, August 13: Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav announced that the relationship between Gujarat and Madhya Pradesh is set to deepen with the

From the Silver Screen to the Podcast Studio: Rahul Dev Launches Titans of Punjab with 94.3 MY FM

Chandigarh [India], August 12: Known for his commanding screen presence and versatile performances across Bollywood, Punjabi cinema and digital p