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Congress Questions Crowd Management After Puri Rath Yatra Tragedy

Bhubaneswar, July 17: The Congress party has raised concerns regarding the crowd management during the recent Puri Rath Yatra, following a tragic

Congress Questions Crowd Management After Puri Rath Yatra Incident

Bhubaneswar, July 17: The Congress party has raised concerns regarding the crowd management during the Puri Rath Yatra following a tragic inciden

Why eco-resorts are emerging as a new real estate asset

Wellness tourism, sustainable travel and recurring income are making eco-resorts an attractive investment opportunity

How Bengalurus next growth story is taking shape

The BengaluruChennai Industrial Corridor is driving integrated neighbourhoods where jobs, homes and infrastructure grow together

Asaram's plea for interim bail: Don't want any untoward thing to happen, says Supreme Court

The self-styled godman has filed an application seeking interim bail on health grounds; the Bench posted the matter for hearing on July 21.

China Strongly Opposes Nationalization of British Steel

Beijing, July 17: A spokesperson from Chinas Ministry of Commerce has expressed strong opposition to the British governments decision to national

CBI files 17th chargesheet against builder in Bengaluru home buyers fraud case

This new website integrates knowledge about Indias tree wealth into one platform

Dr Sankara Rao, Visiting Professor and Distinguished Fellow at the Centre for Ecological Sciences (CES), Indian Institute of Science (IISc), talk

Sitaphalmandi-Lallaguda 3 km rail chord line gives trains a faster route, eases pressure on Secunderabad station

The Railways completed key infrastructure works on the stretch, including five minor bridges, a major road-over-bridge at the Alugadda Bhavi junc

Tiruchi Aerodrome Committee meeting emphasises on coordination for better security

Commissioner of Police N. Kamini chairs the meeting attended by representatives from the district administration, the police, the Central Industr

T.N. CM Vijay completes self-enumeration for Census, urges public to participate

Armory first built a counter-drone system in six months, and now it has a Rs 100 crore defence order

The Gurugram-based startup's AI-powered system SURGE detects, tracks and neutralises rogue drones, and has become one of the youngest Indian defe

Sunni Ulema Council Questions Vande Mataram Bill, Accuses Government of Religious Polarization

Kanpur, July 17: The proposed bill that prescribes punishment for disrespecting Vande Mataram has drawn sharp criticism from the Sunni Ulema Coun

Cost-effective drones are winning wars, and Unmannd is building the ones that fight back

This Bengaluru-based defencetech startup builds autonomous drones for battlefield logistics and air defence, and have passed the Indian Army qual

Shree Rama Prateeksha comes to Bengaluru

This is the first time the acclaimed dance ballet based on Valmikis Ramayana, which premiered in 1988, will be shown to the public in nearly 15 y

From Old Friend to SoundGarden: Shakthisree Gopalan on music, mental health and creativity

How Old Friend helped singer-songwriter Shakthisree Gopalan embrace herself

Paar Autonomy is building the eyes for India's drones, ground robots and boats

Founded by a former Asteria Aerospace product lead, the Bengaluru startup makes multi-sensor perception hardware and agentic AI for unmanned vehi

Top news of the day: Will stay alive till July 20 at any cost, says Wangchuk; Andy Burnham confirmed as new U.K. PM-designate, and more

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Index of Core Industries set to get an upgrade with revised base year and weights

With this, all of Indias main economic metrics capturing its national accounts, inflation levels, and industrial performance will have been upd

Central Bank of India Reports 13% Increase in Q1 Profit to 1,324 Crore

Mumbai, July 17: The Central Bank of India, a public sector bank, has reported a net profit of 1,324 crore for the first quarter of the financial

Pudu Robotics Highlights Its One Brain, Multiple Embodiments Physical Agent at WAIC 2026

Pudu Robotics Highlights Its One Brain, Multiple Embodiments Physical Agent at WAIC 2026

Tamil Nadu government appoints facilitation officers to help students in seeking loans for higher education

Opposition to Data Centres Grows in Cramped Urban Japan

The explosion in resource-hungry data centres -- housing the hardware rains of artificial intelligence -- is fuelling unease worldwide, with New

750 Hectares Of Forest Land Likely To Be Diverted For Coal Mining In Odisha's Angul

The mining site is about 4.9 kilometres from the Similipal-Satkosia Gorge tiger corridor and 8.5 km from the Sambalpur elephant reserve and home

Telangana Aarogyasri network hospitals warn of opting out of new EHS over revised CGHS tariffs

Need for Dialogue on Vande Mataram, Patriotism Should Be Respected: Maulana Yasub Abbas

Lucknow, July 17: Shia cleric Maulana Yasub Abbas has responded to several significant issues, including the proposed bulldozer action at Jawahar

Rupee rises 14 paise to close at 96.28 against U.S. dollar

Elevated tensions in West Asia, which pushed up global oil prices, maintained pressure on the local unit said, forex traders

Stock markets surge on buying in blue-chips; Sensex jumps 965 points

The 30-share BSE Sensex during the day, surged 1.41%, to 78,282.55; The 50-share NSE Nifty ended at 24,334.30

PM Narendra Modi launches India's first hydrogen train: what it really changes

PM Modi launches India's first hydrogen train on the Jind-Sonipat route. Where it wins, where it falls short, and why it matters.

PM Modi announced Ram Temple trust in Parliament, must break silence on floor of House: Congress

The Trust was set up by the Prime Minister and it comprises people appointed by him, Jairam Ramesh said, adding the Trust's activities, its funct

African Proverb of the Day: If you want to improve your memory Life lessons on money, trust, responsibility, financial stability and why promise is a debt

African Proverb of the Day highlights the meaning of If you want to improve your memory, lend someone money. The saying humorously reflects how f

NCP (SP) to join NDA only as part of a unified NCP: BJP tells Mahayuti allies

According to a senior office bearer of the BJP privy to the matter, the BJP high command is very clear that it does not want any insecurity among

Psychology says people who avoid their relatives do not hate their family, they are just creating emotional boundaries

Every family relationship is unique. Some people avoid gatherings because they feel emotionally unsafe, while others simply need more personal sp

Amarnath Yatra Sees Over 350,000 Pilgrims in First 15 Days, LG Manoj Sinha Reviews Arrangements

Srinagar, July 17: Jammu and Kashmirs Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha visited the Nunwan base camp in Pahalgam on Friday to assess the arrangemen

Gyanesh Kumar a 'weapon of mass destruction' for electoral rolls: Cong's Jairam Ramesh

Congress leader Jairam Ramesh called the Chief Election Commissioner a weapon of mass destruction for electoral rolls. Opposition parties submitt

Naidu, Nirmala Sitharaman Distribute Rs.3,216 Cr Loans to over 1lakh Beneficiaries

Loans worth Rs 2,363 crore were sanctioned to the agriculture sector, Rs 325 crore to micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs), and Rs 624 cro

President Murmu Set to Visit Moldova, North Macedonia, Romania From July 19-25

During her visit, President Murmu will meet and hold delegation-level talks with her counterpart.

Kerala to Buy Power to Avoid Cuts During World Cup Final

The move comes frequency of power cuts has increased in the state amid rising electricity demand

India's forex reserves rise $964 million to $675.16 billion for week ended July 10

India's foreign exchange reserves increased by $964 million to $675.16 billion. Foreign currency assets, the largest component, grew by $930 mill

Andy Burnham confirmed as new Labour leader, U.K. PM-designate

On Monday (July 20, 2026), Mr. Burnham will be invited by King Charles III to form a new government after outgoing PM Keir Starmer formally tende

Former Sri Lankan cricketer Senanayake indicted for match-fixing

According to local media reports, Sachithra Senanayake made the corrupt approach to another national player Tharindu Ratnayake, who was playing f

Watch: Sonam Wangchuks health remains critical, says doctor

Sonam Wangchuks health remains critical, according to his treating doctor, raising fresh concern over his condition. The doctors latest update co

New Employment Opportunities Introduced by Gujarat Public Service Commission

Gandhinagar, July 17: The Gujarat Public Service Commission (GPSC) has launched a new initiative called the Avasar module aimed at creating job o

Quote of the Day from Homer's The Odyssey: 'A man who has suffered much and wandered much has pleasure out of his sorrows' A timeless lesson on suffering and resilience

Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey film release sparks discussions about the ancient poem. Homer's The Odyssey explores themes of resilience and los

iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max: Expected price in India, colours, camera upgrades, specifications, features and everything we know so far

Apple's upcoming iPhone 18 Pro models are anticipated to feature battery and camera enhancements. The devices are expected to retain a similar de

6 Andhra Fishermen Rescued After Boat Capsizes Off Karnataka Coast

While they were engaged in fishing operations, the vessel was hit by powerful waves, causing it to lose control and overturn, officials said

FIFA World Cup Trophy To Arrive in Style in Bespoke Louis Vuitton Trunk

The trunk features a golden V for Victory - and Vuitton - across the front, with the brand's recognisable monogram pattern and gold-plated brass

Abhimanyu Singh Takes on a Tough Teacher Role in Adarsh Bal Vidyalaya

Mumbai, July 17: Actor Abhimanyu Singh has carved a niche for himself by portraying powerful, intense characters on screen. This time, he will be

Call for stir until SIT probe into mysterious deaths of children in Palakkad

Psychology says people who forget to drink water arent careless, they may be more distracted than thirsty

Forgetting to hydrate is often the result of how the brain allocates attention and manages competing demands.Fortunately, research also shows tha

Supreme Court takes suo motu cognisance of matter regarding access to life-saving medicines

The matter relates to a woman in Kerala, who was suffering from breast cancer and had moved the State High Court challenging the exorbitant price

Telangana DCA seizes 10,000 worth medicines from quacks clinic in Khammam

How AI and satellites help fight wildfires

Wildfires are currently raging in Europe, Canada, and elsewhere. To successfully fight these fires, speed is essential. Early detection from spac

Singaporean Envoy To India Simon Wong Welcomes J&K Cherries, Plums

First Shipment of Premium Areco cherries and Centros plums from Jammu and Kashmir reached Singapore, Abu Dhabi and Dubai in the UAE, enabling far

Tamil Nadu Governor appeals for public participation in self-enumeration for Census

Mr. Arlekar also urged every household to furnish complete and accurate information and extend full co-operation to the Census authorities for th

Bihars Sheikhpura Hosts Public Grievance Redressal Event with 43 Applicants

Sheikhpura, July 17: A public grievance redressal event, known as Janata Darbar, was held at the District Magistrates office in Sheikhpura, Bihar

President Murmu set to embark on historic Eastern Europe tour: Why her visit matters for India

The Hindu Young Worldto select Guest Editors for Childrens Day

Six children will be chosen from around the country through a contest; they will spend a day with the team and help curate the special issue.

Europe's early heat wave led to rise in deaths, may have killed over 10,000

Several heat waves have killed thousands of people in the past few years in Europe

Bengaluru toddler falls from first floor of shop: Three-year-old climbs over railing at garment store with no adult nearby; survives 12-foot fall

A three-year-old girl survived a 12-foot fall after climbing a railing on the first floor of a garment store complex in Chikkaballapura, Bengalur

CBI Files Charges Against Builder in Home Buyers Fraud Case

New Delhi, July 17: The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has taken significant action in an ongoing investigation into large-scale fraud aga

Telangana launches New Employees Health Scheme for 17.88 lakh govt employees, pensioners and their family members

The process of claiming insurance, from pre-authorisation to claims settlement, is digitised, says Health Minister C Damodar Raja Narasimha

FIR Lodged over Alleged Religious Homework to Student

Following a complaint made by the student's aunt, the FIR was booked under Section 299 of BNS (deliberate and malicious acts intended to outrage

Singapore Tourism Board and Traveloka Renew Partnership to Welcome More Southeast Asian and Australian Travellers to Singapore

Singapore Tourism Board and Traveloka Renew Partnership to Welcome More Southeast Asian and Australian Travellers to Singapore

Pakistan foreign ministry fumbles, avoids responding to reports of Chinese mining company shutting down in Balochistan

We are not obliged to talk about news stories whose facts remain questionable, retorted a senior Pakistani spokesperson.

Ex-Badrinath temple officer Rajendra Chauhan arrested in donation theft case after SIT grilling

Former Badrinath temple officer Rajendra Chauhan was arrested for alleged donation theft. CCTV footage showed Chauhan collecting cash bundles and

Asaram's plea for interim bail: We don't want any untoward thing to happen, says Supreme Court

The Supreme Court has sought health updates on Asaram's condition for his bail plea. Rajasthan govt will submit an affidavit regarding his medica

After Watching My Scorecard Of Four Wickets Dhoni Said Sorry : R. Ashwin

Just bowling finger spin won't get you anywhere; you have to bring something different, some variety, to your bowling, says R. Ashwin

'The Odyssey' Review: Christopher Nolan Falls Short of Epic Expectations

What the film lacks in its conviction, it makes for it in its acting performances, writes Deepansh Duggal.

Kerala looks to the skies to tackle human-wildlife conflict, but is this feasible?

Kerala Forest Department has proposed using Indian Air Force helicopters to relocate captured Schedule I animals, including tigers and leopards,

This Mumbai startup turns unrecyclable plastic into paint and adhesive chemicals

Tulon Materials raised Rs 10 crore to turn unrecyclable plastic waste into speciality resins for paints, printing inks and adhesives.

UN Calls for Probe Into Deadly Unrest in Pakistan-Administered Kashmir

Days of violent clashes between police and protesters led by the JAAC also gripped the Himalayan region last September, with nine confirmed kille

Delhi High Court Seeks Police Response on Sharjeel Imams Bail Plea

New Delhi, July 17: The Delhi High Court has requested a response from the Delhi Police regarding the bail plea of Sharjeel Imam, who is accused

Traffic police step up drive against reckless mid-road halts by private buses in Keralas Kozhikode

Drive follows flooding complaints from public about private buses stopping in the middle of roads to pick up and drop passengers unmindful of mov

Speed Up FCV Tobacco Procurement: Minister Atchannaidu

The minister said farmers would be sensitised to limit FCV tobacco production to around 81 million kilograms during the 2026-27 season in line wi

AP Liquor Transport Scam: ED Expedites Investigation

The ED sleuths identified that Sigma Supply Chain Solutions and Prasad Transport were the fronts for a syndicated managed by the YSRC leaders. Ra

125 Nations Observe July 17 As World Day for International Justice

The ICC was established to accelerate judicial efforts to end impunity to global crimes including genocides, war crimes and other crimes against

Workplace safety key to boosting women's workforce participation: Union minister Annpurna Devi

Union Minister Annpurna Devi emphasized workplace safety for women's workforce participation. The National Commission for Women began a program o

80% employees are not enthusiastic about their jobs: New report shows engagement at work drops to COVID levels

Global employee engagement has fallen to twenty percent, marking a significant decline. This low engagement costs the world economy ten trillion

Supreme Court seeks responses of EC, Bengal govt on plea for data on claims of voters deleted under SIR

The Supreme Court has asked election officials to address issues surrounding voter data transparency. A PIL points out the challenges of handling

ITAT rules Cloudera Inc's software subscription revenue not taxable as royalty

The ITAT has ruled that Cloudera's software subscription fees from Indian customers are not taxable in India as royalty or technical service fees

Karnataka government urged to declare drought, announce relief of 40,000 for each farmer

Sugarcane growers seek waiver of crop loans availed from nationalised, co-operative and private banks

BJP says Congress insulting Indian identity after MP's remarks on Sanskrit

The BJP criticized a Congress MP's claim that Sanskrit originated outside India. This statement reflects the party's appeasement mindset and insu

Ghaziabad 4-year-old rape case: Don't write 'doctor' if you don't perform your duty, says SC

The Supreme Court criticised two private hospitals for their actions. Doctors failed to provide timely medical care to a young victim. The court

Maharashtra Aims to Plant 300 Crore Trees by 2047, Deputy CM Appeals for Public Participation

Mumbai, July 17: Maharashtras Deputy Chief Minister, Sunetra Pawar, has urged the states residents to actively participate in a tree plantation c

DCA Raids Quacks Clinic in Khammam, Seizes Illegally Stocked Drugs

During the raid, DCA officials detected 11 varieties of medicines which were illegally stocked at the premises

New Bundesliga broadcasting deal in the US: Reach over money

The Bundesliga has a new home on American screens after Germany's top football league left ESPN. The new deal is a sign of the times.

'A national cause, more discussions needed': JPC defers draft report on PM, CMs removal bill

A joint parliamentary committee deferred its draft report on removing leaders facing serious charges. The panel decided more consultations were n

SC Seeks EC, Bengal Govt Response on Plea Over Voter Deletions

The senior lawyer said that 33.5 lakh appeals are still pending and the disposed of cases show that 70 per cent claims are allowed.

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