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RPF poised to increase its manpower in Southern Railway

Comprehensive training for a fresh batch of 258 male constable recruits gets under way at the RPF Zonal Training Centre at Tiruchi and they will

Elephant corridors, habitats must be protected, says Eluru DFO

AI-powered cameras to trigger alerts if railway level crossing gates remain open

Cameras will provide live video feeds to Station Master of the nearest railway station and control room; move aimed at preventing accidents at cr

Possible Sangam-age irrigation structure exposed on Kollidam river near Tiruchi

Villagers stumbled upon the brick and stone structures a few days ago, and ASI team inspects and says it probably belongs to the Early Historic p

Ghaziabad on 'yellow alert' for rain and thunderstorms from August 13-16, administration issues advisory

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a yellow alert for Ghaziabad, forecasting heavy rainfall and thunderstorms from August 13 to

Sensex falls 188 points amid elevated crude oil prices; Tata Group stocks decline after N. Chandras exit

The 30-share BSE Sensex declined 187.90 points, or 0.24%, to settle at 77,966.35, with its 21 constituents ending lower, eight with gains and one

Radhika Pandit posts unseen 10-year-old engagement video with Yash ahead of Toxic release | Watch

Kannada superstar Yash and Radhika Pandit are celebrating 10 years of their engagement today, August 12. To celebrate the occasion, Radhika poste

Babar Azam ends near two-year wait in ICC rankings after guiding Pakistan to win over West Indies

Pakistan Test captain Babar Azam on Wednesday ended his near two-year wait for a place in the top 10 of the ICC Test batters' rankings. Babar has

ITC Infotech Strengthens Strategic Tech Partnership With British American Tobacco (BAT) in New Multi-year Mandate

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Chhattisgarh Wins GeM Sustainable Procurement Award, Reflecting Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sais Push for Transparent and Efficient Governance

Retail inflation hits 19-month high of 4.45% in July 2026 as food, fuel prices rise

While food, restaurant and accommodation services, and transport became more expensive in July, other services such as healthcare, recreation, sp

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Husband and wife severely injured after being attacked by pet Pitbull in Punjab's Patiala | Video

A husband and wife were severely injured after being attacked by a pet Pitbull in the Kumbhar Nagar area of Patiala, Punjab. The shocking inciden

Rupee rises 3 paise to close at 95.33 against U.S. dollar

Forex traders said Brent crude is moving towards $90 per barrel amid risk aversion in global markets

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Assam CM defends move to reduce Kaziranga Eco-Sensitive Zone to 1 km from the default 10 km

Retaining a default 10-km Eco-Sensitive Zone around Kaziranga could affect several populated areas, Himanta Biswa Sarma says

DDA pushes back 2041 deadline, approves Master Plan Delhi 2047

Delhi LG Taranjit Singh Sandhu on Wednesday approved the 'Delhi Master Plan 2047' aimed at a planned growth of the city, officials said. Sandhu,

Chandra's exit: Air India's mounting losses are the elephant in the room

Air India Group has accumulated losses of about Rs 47,821 crore since its takeover, leaving its prolonged transformation among the biggest unfini

Delhi High Court Questions Metas Criteria For Copyright Tool Access After Creators Complaint

Over half of NCERT posts vacant, 44% of CBSE positions unfilled: Panel

A parliamentary panel flagged staffing shortages at NCERT and CBSE, inadequate education spending, falling enrolment and poor internet connectivi

The Hindus Made of Chennai celebrates 387 years of Madras with month-long cultural festivities

As Chennai turns 387, The Hindus Made of Chennai, celebrates its culture and takes over its streets with an August full of heritage, food, music,

Mach Travel Solutions Q1 FY27 Revenue Jumps 538% YoY to 144.33 Cr

Mach Travel Solutions Q1 FY27 Revenue Jumps 538% YoY to 144.33 Cr

Kashmir's stories and traditions come alive in Asian Paints' Tribute to the Valley

Kashmir's stories and traditions come alive in Asian Paints' Tribute to the Valley

CBSE Declares Class 12 Supplementary Exam Results: Students Can Download Mark Sheets Now

New Delhi, August 12: The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has announced the results for the Class 12 supplementary or compartment exa

Economic blockade in Assam affects life along border with Arunachal Pradesh

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma says he has requested counterpart Pema Khandu to probe Mondays firing incident and punish the culprits

ECI: Ration Card Not Conclusive Proof of Citizenship

The choice of proposed documents for verification of electoral rolls and their evidentiary standards necessarily falls within the discretionary d

Prem Keetanu: Veer Pahariya and Aparshakti Khurana to star in upcoming comedy-drama

The film is directed by Apoorv Singh Karki, known for Sirf Ek Bandaa Kaafi Hai, and also stars Aafiya Sayed, Rakesh Bedi and Nikhil Vijay in pivo

Rajasthan ambulance scam: Kerala HC quashes order for compensation of 5 lakh against BJP leader

The Division Bench of Justices has held that the Additional Sub Court, Ernakulam, had erred in finding that Somaiya had defamed Krishna since he

OP Rajbhar Criticizes Opposition for Political Maneuvering on Student Issues

Ambedkar Nagar, August 12: Om Prakash Rajbhar, a minister in the Uttar Pradesh government, has launched a strong attack on opposition parties reg

Supreme Court mulls remanding to HC plea over who represents all Krishna devotees

The application was for something else, and notices were not issued to all the plaintiffs. We, in any case, are inclined to remand the matter bac

Supreme Court Declines Uniform Rehabilitation Policy For Demolition-Hit, Says States Must Decide

Anthropic To Add Invisible Watermark To Text Processed by Claude

The new feature will not be visible to humans and will remain in place even after text is cut-and-pasted

How much does it cost to live near Manali? Couple reveals monthly expenses of their mountain life including rent food, fuel and more

Living near the picturesque Manali in Himachal Pradesh, a couple detailed their monthly expenses. Their rent for a spacious 4BHK property consume

BJP politicising Jharkhand students stir, brought people from other States to disrupt protests: Congress

Accusing the BJP of being involved in exam mafia across the country, the Congress said the BJP was opposing the CID probe into paper leaks in the

Indian physicist Deepak Dhar wins the 2026 Dirac Medal

Indian science has a new milestone to celebrate. Deepak Dhar Dirac Medal 2026 is the headline moment, as the renowned statistical physicist joins

Indian Railways Clears Rs 295 Crore Kavach 4.0 Deployment Across 660 Route Km Of Izzatnagar Division Of North Eastern Railway

Angad Hasija Discusses Growth in the Television Industry

Mumbai, August 12: Actor Angad Hasija is currently seen in the TV serial Tumse Tum Tak playing the role of Yashvardhan. He believes that the tele

Cauvery water to Tamil Nadu: Karnataka to decide future course after August 13 SC hearing, says minister

Karnataka faces challenges releasing 12,000 cusecs of Cauvery water daily to Tamil Nadu. The state awaits a Supreme Court hearing to determine it

NEET UG paper leak case: Court takes cognisance of charge sheet, CBI seeks permission for further investigation

The Rouse Avenue Court has taken cognisance of the CBI charge sheet filed against thirteen accused individuals. This charge sheet details alleged

Embassy REIT set to enter Nifty 500, Nifty Midcap 150 from September 30

The office REIT expects its inclusion in key NSE indices to improve visibility and investor access while attracting greater institutional and ret

UP Woman Opens SBI Locker Years Later, Finds

A Kanpur woman says jewellery worth Rs 50 lakh kept in a locker in 2003 was missing when she opened it, prompting an FIR against bank officials.

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Public sector banks bad loan write-offs shrink as recoveries rise

An analysis of two separate answer to Parliament by the Finance Ministry also shows that large industries and services are no longer the primary

Haryana Rera grants four-month project extension amid West Asia crisis

The regulator granted registered projects four additional months after the Centre classified the West Asia conflict as a force majeure event disr

Adopted Indian women find 'missing piece' when DNA test reveals they are sisters

Two infants, Meena and Minal, were adopted from India into Dutch families. They met as teenagers and felt a strong connection, later losing touch

Russia Turns To India For Gasoline As Ukraine Pummels Refineries

First-ever Indian gasoline shipment reaches Russia as refinery disruptions deepen domestic fuel shortage

Zhu Rongji, the rumoured descendant of Ming dynasty founder who helped transform China into a global economic powerhouse

Zhu Rongji, China's former premier, spearheaded significant economic reforms during his tenure. He pushed sweeping changes for state-owned enterp

N Chandrasekaran to exit Tata Sons: What led to the decision?

Manus AI To Resume 'Independent' Operations After China Blocks Metas $2B Deal

Some data going back to late December will be deleted as a result, and Manus urged users impacted by the change to back up their data

Uttar Pradesh Enhances Training for Anganwadi Workers in Inclusive Education

Lucknow, August 12: Every child has a unique pace and need for learning. Timely identification, early support, and a conducive educational enviro

Bill Gates owns more US farmland than any other private individual, report shows his massive land empire spans nearly 20 states

Bill Gates' vast farmland holdings across the United States have sparked widespread curiosity. An eye-catching Instagram post illustrated his agr

Charges against Justice Yashwant Varma 'are proved': Lok Sabha probe panel on cash discovery

A Lok Sabha panel found Justice Yashwant Varma guilty of cash discovery charges. The committee stated he failed to provide satisfactory explanati

Really frustrated that Opposition is running away from debates in Parliament: Kiren Rijiju

Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju on Wednesday said he is totally frustrated for the first time in his life, he is witnessing a scenari

Bengaluru: Young Siblings Summit Mount Kilimanjaros 5,895-metre Uhuru Peak

Rather than describing the achievement as conquering Kilimanjaro, the brothers believe the mountain taught them humility and appreciation for sim

Climate Alarm is Blaring: How Extreme Weather is Starting To Hit Economies Worldwide

Record heat, devastating wildfires and rising emissions are exposing an uncomfortable reality: climate change is becoming an economic challenge t

Court approval not required for rape victim's termination of pregnancy up to 24 weeks: MP High Court

The Madhya Pradesh High Court stated no court approval is needed for rape survivors to terminate pregnancies up to 24 weeks. This observation cam

Justice Yashwant Varma Inquiry: All Charges Against Judge Proved, Committee Says: Report

Shekar Master Regrets Controversial Dabidi Dibidi Steps From Daaku Maharaj

Choreographer says he regrets creating the much-criticised dance move featuring Balakrishna and Urvashi Rautela

'Student Nahi Dar Rahe, Aapko Bhi Nahi Darna Chahiye', Rahul Gandhis sharp message to media

Charges against Justice Varma 'proved': LS probe panel on cash discovery

A panel set up by Lok Sabha Speaker to probe allegations of discovery of cash at the official premises of Justice Yashwant Varma has concluded th

Team led by RRI scientists predicts petal-like structures in Suns corona during eclipse

Research group of Dibyendu Nandi, senior professor in astronomy and astrophysics at RRI, is among several groups across the globe that pursue the

Asian Junior Chess Championship 2026 to Feature 157 Players from 10 Countries

Mumbai, August 12: The Maharashtra Chess Association will host the Asian Junior Chess Championship 2026 from August 16 to 26. This prestigious ev

80th I-Day: Vande Mataram to be sung before National Anthem from Red Fort, marking 150 years

Former Chinese Premier Zhu Rongji dies of illness at 98

Building on former leader Deng Xiaoping's 1979 reforms, Zhu Rongji is credited with supplying the resourcefulness and tenacity to push through hi

Homegrown semiconductor startups raise $206 million since 2022: Report

Funding accelerated in 2026 despite fewer rounds, as investors backed mature chip ventures and government-supported companies attracted private a

Google announces new undersea cables linking Panama, Chile, Florida

Google's new Alisios cable will connect Chile, Panama and the Dominican Republic, while Canoa and OlaLuz will extend links to Bermuda and Florida

Revanth Reddy: Govt Ready to Collaborate with Army on Recruitment

The Chief Minister appealed to the army authorities to organise training programmes in some identified district headquarters to create awareness

Institutionalising behavioural econ norms can reshape governance: NITI VC

Institutionalising the principle of behavioural economics can make governance more citizen-centric, outcome-oriented and fiscally efficient, Niti

Man builds Taj Mahal-inspired 4-bedroom home for wife in Madhya Pradesh, house tour goes viral

While the Taj Mahal has been considered one of the greatest love symbols in the world for a very long time, there is now a small-scale Taj Mahal

ProMiller Hotel Management Company Signs Five New Properties in Q1 FY 2026-27, Continues Selective Growth Strategy

New Delhi [India], August 12: Hotel Management Firm ProMiller has announced the addition of five hotels & resorts to its portfolio during the fir

AI helping create popular mobile sports games

After the World Cup and before the domestic football season begins, the world's most popular sport tends to enjoy a relatively quiet period. For

OPINION | Parliament is for dialogue, not hit-and-run

The prolonged deadlock in Parliament continues with only a day left for the monsoon session to end. Amidst sloganeering by the opposition, Lok Sa

SBI uses AI to underwrite nearly 1 trillion MSME loans in FY26: Amara

The lender uses GST, account, bureau and other data in its AI-backed underwriting engine, while deploying the technology in fraud detection, cust

Venugopal calls for withdrawal of FCRA Amendment Bill

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Sensex, Nifty end lower for second session as crude prices, Hormuz uncertainty weigh

The Sensex fell 187.90 points to 77,966.35, while the Nifty declined 35.75 points to 24,435.95. Nifty IT was the worst-performing sector, falling

West Bengal's Yatri Sathi App Launches Affordable AC Shuttle Service Connecting Sector V And New Town With Suburbs

CJP and the Changing Information Landscape of Student Protest

For Gen-Z, the 'Cockroach' uprising became an act of protest, rebellion, identification and fun, all at once.

When five DMK men were killed in police firing at Chennais Marina Beach after Karunanidhis arrest in 2001

On August 12, 2001, a rally organized by the DMK in Chennai turned deadly when police opened fire on the crowd, resulting in the deaths of five p

Lok Sabha passes Bill to amend Mines and Minerals development Law without debate

Shortly after it was introduced, the Opposition MPs poured into the Well of the House amid heavy sloganeering and protests

N.Chandrasekaran tostep down as chairman of TataSons| 5keyquestions answered

Tata Group stocks fell after Tata Sons chairman N. Chandrasekaran said he will not be seeking reappointment when his current term ends on Februar

Hyderabad Metro Expansion: Telangana CM Orders New Coaches, Faster Old City Works And Tenders For 7.5 Km Phase-2 Corridor

Oppositions Disruption in Parliament Reflects Chaotic Mindset: Nitin Naveen

New Delhi, August 12: Nitin Naveen, the president of the Bharatiya Janata Party, has criticized the opposition for causing disturbances in Parlia

Naidu Stresses on Establishing Industrial Projects in Rural Areas

While incentives are essential to promote industries, the government should also focus on determining the extent of incentives that can realistic

Quote of the Day by Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose: One individual may die for an idea, but that idea The powerful life lesson on courage, sacrifice and leaving a lasting legacy

Quote of the day by Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose: Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose's powerful words resonate through time, urging us to recognize that wh

Sri Lanka allows immigration clearance for refugees returning from India

The decision comes amid concerns raised by refugee rights activists over the detention of a few returnees last year

Central Zoo Authority Clears Rs 542 Crore Desert Zoo, Night Safari In Banaskantha

Why a recruitment controversy has become a wider crisis of trust for Jharkhands job aspirants

Will Move SC Against Water Sharing With TN: Karnataka Water Minister

He claimed that Tamil Nadu receives most of its rainfall during the northeast monsoon between October and December and has a better water table t

Quote of the day by Florence Nightingale: 'Women never have a half-hour in all their lives that they can call their own' Life lessons on personal freedom, invisible labour, rest and why the fear of offending others keeps women from claiming time for themselves

Florence Nightingale wrote in her 1852 essay Cassandra that women never have a half-hour in their lives they can call their own without fear of o