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RBI Governor Confirms No Early Closure of FCNR(B) Incentive Scheme

Mumbai, August 5: The Governor of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), Sanjay Malhotra, stated on Wednesday that there is currently no proposal to pr

SIAM Letter to Petroleum Ministry Citing E20 Concerns Withdrawn

In the letter, SIAM members had flagged excessive moisture contents in E20 fuel dispensed at retail outlets with high moisture that causes separa

Revanth Reddy Seeks Centre's Help to Resolve Tummidihetti Barrage Row with Maharashtra

The barrage, part of the Pranahita-Chevella irrigation scheme, is proposed at Tummidihetti village in Kouthala mandal of the erstwhile Adilabad d

Central Government Deploys National Joint Outbreak Response Team Amid Chandipura Virus Surge

New Delhi, August 5: The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare has deployed the National Joint Outbreak Response Team (NJORT) to Gujarat and Raja

TVK Govt Hikes Haj Subsidy for First Time Pilgrims in Its Maiden Budget

The government will continue to provide educational scholarships to minority students. Under the leadership of Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay, the

HYDRAA Like Wing To Deal Food Adulterators in Telangana

The Hyderabad police are not only intensifying food safety raids but also invoking serious provisions against the accused. Plans are also afoot t

Jamal Warrican Reflects on Memorable Six-Wicket Haul Against Pakistan

New Delhi, August 5: West Indies left-arm spinner Jamal Warrican described his six-wicket performance against Pakistan in the ongoing second Test

Is OnePlus Really Shutting Down? Here's the Truth Behind the Viral Rumours

Is OnePlus shutting down in India? Discover the truth behind the rumours, Oppo integration, software updates, warranty coverage and what the chan

Bangladesh PM Tarique Rahman opens museum at Hasina's former residence, honours uprising martyrs

Dhaka inaugurated a memorial museum at Sheikh Hasina's former residence. This museum commemorates victims of the July-August 2024 student protest

AI Emerges as a Lifeline for Developing Nations, Urges World Bank to Address Institutional Gaps

New Delhi, August 5: Artificial Intelligence (AI) is becoming a lifeline for developing countries. It enables them to achieve in a decade what wo

Alembic Pharmaceuticals shines on reporting 12% rise in Q1 consolidated net profit

Mumbai, August 5 (Udaipur Kiran): Alembic Pharmaceuticals is currently trading at Rs. 837.75, up by 28.15 points or 3.48% from its previous closi

Hand grenade explosion kills three in northwest Pakistan

According to the police, a family dispute triggered the hand grenade explosion.

Apple's 20th anniversary iPhone leak reveals bigger displays and stunning borderless curved design

Apples 20th anniversary iPhone actually looks like it is getting a complete overhaul. No official details from Apple yet, of course, but fresh le

PACT Foundation Wins Grand Jury Award at the National Inclusion Awards in New Delhi

Goa-based non-profithonouredatYashobhoomi, New Delhi, for outstanding leadership and contribution in advancing inclusion

Wangchuk Urges Jharkhand Protester to Drink Water Amid Hunger Strike

Activist speaks to fasting job aspirant as agitation over alleged recruitment exam irregularities intensifies in Jharkhand.

South Korea Experiences Hottest July on Record Amid Heatwave

Seoul, August 5: South Korea is currently grappling with a severe heatwave. Rising temperatures are setting new records daily. July 2026 has been

Abhishek Banerjee denied permission for abroad eye treatment; here's what Calcutta HC said

A single-judge bench of the Calcutta High Court on Wednesday denied permission to the Trinamool Congress leader Abhishek Banerjee to travel abroa

Congress says E20 hurt middle class, favoured ethanol producers

The Modi Government's Transport Minister (Nitin Gadkari) had claimed that ethanol blending would bring diesel costs down to Rs. 50 per litre and

Dehradun Schools Closed Today Due To Heavy Rainfall Forecast

The state government has advised everyone to stay away from rivers, streams, and other vulnerable areas,

Lock Upp 2 gears up for finale; here's when and where to watch, finalists, prize money and what to expect

After nearly six weeks of drama, intense challenges, and emotional eliminations, Lock Upp 2: Sach Ya Sazaa has arrived at its grand finale. Hoste

Charges On UPI Transactions? RBI Governor Says 'Costs Have To Be Paid By Someone'

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has tabled changes to the Payment and Settlement Systems Act in Parliament, which opens the door for UPI MDR.

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PM Modi Hails J&K's Progress on Article 370 Anniversary

Prime Minister says infrastructure, opportunities and constitutional rights have expanded since the removal of Jammu and Kashmir's special status

Chargesheet filed in actor Dileeps media trial case, Kerala govt informs HC

State tells High Court that probe in all five cases against a TV channel for allegedly violating a gag order in the actor assault case of 2017 ha

Three Drug Traffickers Arrested with 54 Kilograms of Cannabis in Motihari

Motihari, August 5: In a significant crackdown on drug trafficking, police in East Champaran district have arrested three traffickers with 54 kil

RBI targeting polymer currency notes launch in early FY28: Sanjay Malhotra

The RBI Governor stated that the next interest rate decision will be data-dependent, emphasizing the central banks focus on aligning headline inf

UGC NET June 2026 Answer Key: Over a Month On, No Update From Exam Body NTA

UGC NET June 2026 Answer Key: The delay is also longer than the timelines followed in previous examination cycles. In the June 2025 session, held

Youths Held For Setting Cars on Fire in Trichy

People of the area noticed the incident and alerted the fire and rescue services department. They also chased the culprits and secured three of t

Telugu Film Chamber Forms New Panel, Percentage System Looks doubtful?

Recently formed 21 member panel has been disbanded by Telugu Film Chamber of Commerce.

Soha Ali Khan Shares Her Favorite Moments of the Week, from Digestive Tea to Pull-Ups

Mumbai, August 5: Bollywood actress Soha Ali Khan frequently shares updates about her fitness, books, and lifestyle on social media. This week, s

Quote of the day by George Clooney: My life isn't focused on results. My life is really focused on Two time Oscar winners reminder to embrace the process

Quote of the day: George Clooney emphasizes focusing on the process of daily efforts. His life prioritizes relationships, friendships, and charit

Parl Panel Gives Meta Chief 3 Days to Apologise Over Modi Video Removal

Standing committee warns of withdrawing IT Act immunity if Mark Zuckerberg fails to issue an unconditional apology within the deadline.

Perez Hilton viral TikTok incident puts spotlight on sepsis and post-sepsis syndrome; what it means and what we know so far

Miami-Dade Sheriff's Office visited Perez Hilton's home after a disturbing TikTok livestream. Online speculation linked his alleged self-harm to

Maharashtra govt. bans analogue paneer for one year, cites food safety norm violations

Offenders could face life imprisonment and a fine of up to 10 lakh, as per a recent government order

Strong El Nio could push 49 million more people into acute hunger, UN agency says

A powerful El Nino may push nearly 49 million more people into food insecurity. This event carries an 81% chance of being very strong, impacting

Show Restraint, Pacify Youngsters: Top Court To Cops Days After CJP Protest

The Chief Justice said even if some misguided elements indulge in stone-throwing, youngsters are required to be pacified and counselled.

Political Tensions Rise on the Seventh Anniversary of Article 370 Abrogation

New Delhi, August 5: The political discourse has intensified on the seventh anniversary of the abrogation of Article 370 in Jammu and Kashmir. Th

Lok Sabha Secretariat director Gaurav Gautam found dead at Noida home; 'note' mentioning a loan recovered

A Lok Sabha Secretariat director was found dead in his Noida apartment. Police discovered a purported suicide note referencing a loan during thei

SC Refuses to Interfere in SCBA Resolution on Sonam Wangchuk

Top court says it cannot intervene in the Bar Association's democratic process and asks petitioner to approach the election committee.

Euro zone services revival drives activity in July but outlook clouded by Iran war, PMI shows

Euro zone business activity reached an eight-month high in July. Services activity rebounded, joining a strengthening manufacturing sector. Overa

Bhilwara Sadar SHO Lokpal Singh Dies During Treatment After Accidental Gunshot Injury

Udaipur/Bhilwara, August 5: Bhilwara Sadar Police Station SHO (CI) Lokpal Singh (38) died during treatment at a hospital in Udaipur on Wednesday

India needs more world-class exhibition infrastructure, say experts on sidelines of Singapore industry forum

The experts, who spoke at the sidelines of an industry event in Singapore, argued that partnerships between Indian companies and international ex

NV Subhash Targets Congress After Bankipur Result

Jan Suraaj Party president Prashant Kishore had defeated BJP candidate Neeraj Kumar by a margin of 19,324 votes, as per the Election Commission o

Indian Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri Visits Colombo to Strengthen Bilateral Ties

Colombo, August 5: Indian Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri arrived in Colombo on Wednesday for a one-day visit. During his trip, he is scheduled to

Commerce ministry notifies norms for inventory-based e-commerce exports

New Delhi has notified procedures for online companies undertaking cross-border e-commerce. The government recently allowed foreign-stakes e-comm

Visa begins laying off over 2,000 employees, heres what an ex-employee said about those who lost their jobs

Global payments company Visa is reportedly laying off over 2,000 employees. According to reports, the company plans to lay off around 7 per cent

NGT Takes Strong Action Against Illegal Occupation in Jaipur Ropeway Project

Jaipur, August 5: The National Green Tribunal (NGT) has adopted a stringent stance regarding illegal encroachments and commercial activities on f

Modi govt likely to call special session on Delimitation Bill from August 16-18: Sources

Modi govt likely to call special session on Delimitation Bill from August 16-18: Sources

Hyderabad-based company donates Rs 2 crore to TTD's SV Pranadana Trust

A generous donation of two crore rupees has been made by a Hyderabad-based company to the TTD's SV Pranadana Trust, aimed at providing free medic

Iran says it was ready to strike Ukraine after Caspian Sea attack; US sees possible Strait of Hormuz deal

Iran said it was prepared to strike three locations in Ukraine after accusing Kyiv of attacking an Iranian merchant ship in the Caspian Sea, but

Delhi Is Dangerous: What PM Modi Told New NDA Rajya Sabha MPs

According to sources, the Prime Minister instructed the MPs to guard against the misuse of their letterhead and not to be rude to people on phone

Pradeep Rawat aka Ghajini, Lagaan's Deva passes away at 74, manager reveals the reason; Yashpal Sharma pays tribute

As per a report in HT, Siddharth Tiwari confime the cause of Pradeep's death, he said, He was suffering from cancer, and it had relapsed. He has

UK PM Burnham considering inquiry into Epstein's UK activities, minister says

British Prime Minister Andy Burnham is considering a public inquiry into Jeffrey Epstein's UK activities. Victims minister Alex Davies-Jones conf

Andhra Pradesh has 638 IGBC-registered green building projects

The projects cover 627.58 million sq ft and include 438 commercial and five net zero buildings; developers of certified multistorey buildings get

How BJP's Missteps Cleared the Path for Prashant Kishor's Bankipur Victory

Kishore adopted a micro-level election management strategy and deployed over 200 workers for the campaign.

Trump says Iran to be hit hard if Hormuz Strait not reopened soon

While Iran confirmed consultations with Oman on a temporary arrangement to ensure maritime safety, uncertainty continues over the crucial shippin

Bombay HC orders takedown of 'vile, abusive' content linking Nitin Gadkari to E20 fuel row

The Bombay High Court on Wednesday ordered the immediate removal of allegedly defamatory social media posts targeting Union Minister Nitin Gadkar

Kerala Minister CP John Apologizes for Controversial Remarks on Women

Thiruvananthapuram, August 5: Keralas Transport Minister CP John has issued an apology following backlash over his comments regarding women utili

Tukaram Mundhe Cracks Down on Artificial Paneer; Maharashtra Imposes One-Year Ban, Violators Face 6 Months' Jail, 1 Lakh Fine

Under the directive issued by Food Safety Commissioner Tukaram Mundhe, the ban covers manufacturing, processing, packaging, storage, transport, d

Court Orders To Remove 'Vile', 'Obscene' E20 Posts On Nitin Gadkari

The court also questioned platforms such as Meta, X Corp and Google LLC over the lack of mechanism to remove abusive content without the person h

E20 saddled middle class with inflated fuel bill, only ethanol producers benefitted: Congress

The Congress party criticizes the government's E20 petrol rollout. They allege it has increased fuel bills for middle-class Indians. Consumers ar

'Get NOC For Reporting': Pakistan's New Diktat For Foreign Media Amid PoK Protest

The guidelines say all foreign journalists, already registered or accredited with the Ministry's External Publicity (EP) Wing, will now be requir

South Korea to revive stalled rail project that could connect to North Korea

South Korea will restart a railway project connecting to North Korea's Wonsan city. This project aims to improve access to peace and ecological t

Freshworks beats revenue estimates, turns profitable in Q2

SaaS firm Freshworks reported a net profit of $3.2 million in the second quarter of 2026, reversing a year-ago loss, as revenue climbed 16% to $2

West Bengal BJP Directs Ministers to Meet Legislators Weekly Despite Assembly Break

Kolkata, August 5: The West Bengal BJP has instructed state cabinet members to meet with party legislators weekly, even when the assembly is not

Kerala rain havoc: Govt announces 8-lakh aid for kin of each deceased

Death toll from rain-related incidents rises to 26; four still missing, says Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan

Post-Paris journey full of ups and downs, but I chose to continue: Olympic medallist Lovlina Borgohain

Lovlina Borgohain found continuing boxing after the Paris Games a significant achievement. She secured a silver medal at her third Commonwealth G

What Is Safe Harbour And Why Is Meta's Legal Shield Under Threat

A Parliamentary Committee has warned that if Meta fails to act, it may recommend removing the company's protection under the Safe Harbour Clause.

Kerala Minister John Expresses Regret Over Remark on Women's Transport

John had said that women who use the state's free Priyadarshini bus travel scheme and government hospitals prefer to educate their children in pr

Can't interfere in democratic process of Bar, says SC

The Supreme Court declined to stop the Supreme Court Bar Association from passing resolutions. It stated that the matter concerned the associatio

Apple To Launch iPhone 18 Pro, Foldable iPhone Next Month: Expected Release Date

Historically, Apple has announced new iPhones on the second Tuesday or Wednesday of September

Authorities arrest man with ammo, apparently monitoring security at Trump golf course near L.A.

The Sheriffs Department announced the arrest as Mr. Trump was preparing to arrive for a fundraising dinner for the Republican National Committee

SVKM's NMIMS Horizon Expands AI-Embedded Learning to Undergraduate Education

SVKM's NMIMS Horizon Expands AI-Embedded Learning to Undergraduate Education

Furrl's AI styling engine and commerce app acquired by Reliance Retail

Furrl's AI styling engine and commerce app acquired by Reliance Retail

US-Iran Talks: Bessent Hints Strait Deal May Come Today or Tomorrow

Bessent's remarks come as a positive turn towards diplomacy after Washington's slew of heightened rhetoric amid the pause of hostilities with Teh

CBI Successfully Extradites Wanted Woman Vishakha Rathore from UAE

New Delhi, August 5: The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has successfully extradited wanted woman Vishakha Rathore from the United Arab Emi

Proposal sent for in-principle approval of scheme for modernisation of police forces: Centre to Supreme Court

A proposal for police modernisation has been sent for approval. Existing CCTV funding for police stations is extended until March 2027. The Supre

Viral Image Featuring Dipke, Rahul Gandhi, George Soros & Others Is AI-Generated

The viral image was generated using OpenAI tools as per OpenAI's SynthID detector.

Opinion: Opinion | Prashant Kishor May Just Be Playing Two Games At Once In Bihar

The Jan Suraaj is neither a 'BJP-lite' option for disaffected upper-caste voters, nor is it an RJD alternative for Muslims. It is, in fact, both

Iran war: Hegseth rejects media reports claiming US missile defence stockpiles 'dangerously low'

US Secretary of War Pete Hegseth denied reports of depleted missile defense stockpiles. CNN cited sources claiming nearly 80 percent of THAAD int

College authorities catch three students possessing ganja in Mangaluru

Police appreciate the pro-active move

Will Take You Home: Nirmal Purja's Friend Vows Mission To Bring Body Back

Mingma G plans to launch a ground recovery mission to bring back the bodies of Nirmal Purja, Chinese climber Wang Zhong, and Nima Sherpa, trapped

Calcutta HC dismisses TMC leader Abhishek Banerjee's plea to travel abroad for eye treatment

The Calcutta High Court dismissed TMC leader Abhishek Banerjee's plea to travel abroad for eye treatment after he declined to appear before a med

Army Chief General Dheeraj Seth Calls for Preparedness Amid Challenges

New Delhi, August 5: Army Chief General Dheeraj Seth has reviewed various military formations of the Central Command. During this assessment, he

SEIL Energy India wins national CSR award for healthcare programme

'Major Surgical Error': UK Surgeon Struck Off After Connecting Patient's Organs Incorrectly

Following the initial operation, the patient suffered from severe, uncontrollable pain and showed clear signs of a blocked bowel.

'Infrastructure expanded, opportunities grown': PM Modi marks 7 yrs of Article 370 abrogation

Prime Minister Modi emphasized that the abrogation of Articles 370 and 35A ushered in a transformative era for Jammu and Kashmir. Since 2019, the

CJP to Operate as a Pressure Group, Says Leader Abhijit Deepke

Mumbai, August 5: Abhijit Deepke, the leader of the Cockroach Peoples Party (CJP), announced on Wednesday that his organization will function as

Fugitive Wanted In Rs 88-Crore Fraud Case Deported From UAE

CBI secures deportation of Vishakha Rathod from UAE in Rs 88 crore investment fraud case

Sonam Wangchuk Motivated Me: Man Behind Jharkhand's Jantar Mantar Moment

The students' agitation in Ranchi entered its 12th day on Wednesday. The protesters have alleged that repeated incidents of examination malpracti