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Veteran Political Journalist Payal Mehta Dies at 46: PM Modi, Leaders Mourn

Senior journalist and Assistant Editor at CNN-News18, Payal Mehta, passed away suddenly in Mumbai in the early hours of Sunday. She was 46. Known

Five injured in attack by neighbours

Family members of Rudrappa were attending a funeral when a neighbour began abusing them

India Lose No.1 T20I Ranking As England Reclaim Top Spot After Sri Lanka Series Sweep

India have lost the No.1 spot in the T20I rankings to England despite Shreyas Iyers side completing a 3-0 series win over Afghanistan. England re

Mahanadi Water Dispute Resolution Soon, Says Chhattisgarh CM During Odisha Visit

The long-standing Mahanadi River water dispute between Odisha and Chhattisgarh is set to be resolved very soon, assured Chhattisgarh Chief Minist

Free mega medical camp promotes Health and Legal awareness in Gajuwaka

Guest of honour Prof. G. Ajay Kumar urged residents to seek treatment exclusively from qualified specialists rather than quacks or medical shops

West Bengal Government launches portal to foster grassroots innovation in eastern region

The Seva First Innovation Challenge-Eastern Zone invites solution-oriented proposals on healthcare access, agricultural losses, water shortage an

Gem Granite Veeramani a stone coldperpetrator

Gem Granite Veeramani, an influential industrialist now finds himself at the centre of a widening investigation under thePOCSOAct into the allega

Nara Lokesh calls on students to face failures with courage and determination

The students have been told to respect soldiers, make them their real heroes during Bharateeyam programme

Mumbai Coastal Road BMW Crash: 3 Killed, 1 Critical in Tragic Accident

A horrific high-speed accident turned tragic in the early hours of Sunday morning when a speeding luxury BMW crashed and plunged off a bridge on

After October 1, only smaller 5 or 10 kg LPG refills await non-eKYC households

Consumers who have completed BAA will continue to get refills at the regulated retail selling price with applicable subsidy

Six companies line up IPOs worth 3,825 crore amid brisk primary market activity

The IPOs will be available for public subscription between September 22 and September 28, with most of the issues opening on September 23

Asian Games: MMA's Varun Sanyal medically unfit after dizziness during weight cut

Indian MMA fighter Varun Sanyal withdrew from the Asian Games after a medical issue. He experienced dizziness and muscle cramps during a weight c

North Korea fires ballistic missile off east coast, Japan says

North Korea launched a ballistic missile into the sea on Sunday. Japan's defense ministry confirmed the missile landed outside its exclusive econ

US warns of Middle East escalation amid Saudi-Houthi tensions

The United States has warned of a potential rapid escalation in the Middle East after Yemens Houthi group claimed attacks on Saudi Arabia, includ

Umar Khalid played cupid for Swara Bhasker, Fahad Ahmad

Mumbai: Bollywood actress Swara Bhasker and politician Fahad Ahmads love story reportedly began during the anti-CAA protests, but few knew that a

Vaishnaw cautions industry about cyberattacks, disruption that may target India's growing chip might

India's chip push marks a bold attempt to move beyond packaging and build a broader domestic supply chain, while attracting global companies to m

India semiconductor market projected to touch $200 billion by 2035: EY-IESA Report

Consumer electronics accounts for 30% of Indias semiconductor market, followed by the automotive sector at 16 per cent and industrial application

Three-Day IAF Air Show To Be Held In Varanasi In October, PM Modi Likely To Attend

Economist Bibek Debroy, who passed away in 2024, flagged for notice in Delhi SIR

Bibek Debroy, who was 69 when he passed away, is listed as a 70-year-old elector in polling part 73 of the Delhi Cantonment Assembly constituency

'Uncouth culture': BJP slams Rahul Gandhi over stage act mocking PM Modi, elderly woman at 'Chhatron Ki Goonj'

A fresh political row has erupted between the Congress and the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) after a man mimicked Prime Minister Narendra Modi's i

Pakistan forces kill five terrorists, rescue 23 abductees in Balochistan

The military said the group had set up a check post on the N-25 highway near Kalat to abduct people for ransom

Pakistan forces kill five terrorists, rescue 23 abductees in Balochistan

The military said the group had set up a check post on the N-25 highway near Kalat to abduct people for ransom

ACE eyes exports at 15% of revenue as it expands beyond traditional markets

Exports currently account for around 7-8 per cent of revenue and could rise as the construction equipment maker expands beyond Africa and Latin A

Bigg Boss 20: Salman Khan Clarifies Health Scare After Promo Sparks Concern, Says

Bigg Boss 20 host Salman Khan has reassured fans that there is nothing wrong with his health after a recent promo showing him appearing to suffer

India opt to bat against Bangladesh in Asian Games semifinal

Nisshin: Defending champions India won the toss and elected to bat against Bangladesh in the semifinal of Asian Games womens T20 cricket competit

Kollam Port Set To Become Satellite Facility For Vizhinjam International Seaport, Cruise Services Planned

Mayawati to bring Ishan Anand forward in BSP, Akash and sister kept away: 'I can go to any extent...'

Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) chief Mayawati has announced that her younger brother Anand Kumar's son Ishan Anand will now be given a respectable res

82-year-old spent 53 years building California compound; court orders him to leave

California retiree started picking up litter alone; group later removed 750,000 pounds

KPSC recruitment probe widens as ED takes IAS officer into custody

Bengaluru: The probe into alleged irregularities in the Karnataka Public Service Commissions veterinary officer recruitment has entered a fresh p

Public questions minister over remark on giving money to officials

Hassan: A comment by Minister K.M. Shivalinge Gowda during a Praja Seva programme at Sakleshpur sparked a confrontation with a member of the audi

Notice to Choutuppal Tahsildar over 5.5 Acres Missing from Prohibited List

The registrar informed the Chief Commissioner of Land Administration (CCLA) about the 5.5 acres of land worth crores of rupees

Three killed in road accident in Delhi's Sarita Vihar

Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 20 (IANS) At least three people were killed, and three others sustained injuries after a dumper truck collided with

HC directs UP Police to ensure safety of same-sex live-in couple

Prayagraj: The Allahabad High Court has directed the Uttar Pradesh Police to ensure the protection of an inter-faith same-sex couple in a live-in

Crude oil, West Asia situation likely to drive stock market this week

Market investors would track any implications arising from US President Donald Trump signing the Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act, with crude oil

Burglars Target TIMS Hospital In Sanathnagar, Steal Expensive Equipment

According to reports, burglars broke open the lock and entered the material storage room on the fifth floor. They allegedly stole expensive equip

Iran says Strait of Hormuz will remain closed until its conditions are met

Iran must both fight and negotiate, Qalibaf said, adding that Tehran would use military force to push back its enemies

CCTV shows BMW crashing through barrier, falling off Mumbai Coastal Road bridge; 3 dead

In a devastating early morning crash, a speeding BMW plunged off Mumbai's Coastal Road bridge. This unfortunate event occurred at a construction

This private island home in US' Maine costs $450,000 - but theres a catch

Asian Games 2026: Smriti Mandhana surpasses Suzie Bates to become womens T20I crickets leading run-scorer

The 30-year-old elegant left-hander needed seven runs to break the record as she reached the landmark in the third over, hammering Bangladesh pac

6 companies line up IPOs worth 3,825 cr amid brisk primary market activity

Six mainboard companies, including Elevate Campuses and Varmora Granito, are set to tap the primary market next week, seeking to raise a combined

BEST bus driver injured after head-on collision with private travel bus in Mumbai

Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 20 (IANS) A BEST bus operating on Route 496 collided head-on with a private travel bus in Mumbai's Mulund West early o

Saudi Arabia exits China-backed mBridge cross-border currency platform

Saudi central bank says its participation ended after completing a planned proof of concept, amid scrutiny of cross-border payment systems that c

Senior journalist Payal Mehta passes away; PM Modi, Union Ministers offer condolences

Payal Mehta was known as a hard-working journalist who covered the Parliament, the government and the BJP

Asian Games: Elavenil wins silver after thrilling 10m air rifle final at Asian Games

Digital Desk | Nagoya, Sep 20 (IANS) Elavenil Valarivan added another silver to Indias medal tally at the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games after finishin

Chennai Airport Privatisation Proposal Draws Opposition Across Tamil Nadu Political Spectrum

Mobile numbers, details of lakhs left exposed on Chhatron Ki Goonj website of Rahul Gandhi

Security and privacy vulnerabilities found on other websites of Congress too, including Mahila Congress. Party did not act despite multiple remin

In Hyderabad, TGSRTC buses are strained and women pay the price

Hyderabad:A group of college students had been waiting an hour-and-a-half at the Nampally stop for the bus number 49 to show up. While they waite

Bypolls Necessitated in Tamil Nadu as Democracy Died: MK Stalin

He urged the voters of Madurantakam and Dharapuram constituencies to vote for his party on October 6 to teach a fitting lesson to the ruling TVK

Hope flows anew with revival of Andhras Veligonda project

Conceived as a long-term response to the nearly four-decade fight of the people against chronic drought, depleted water resources, and fluoride c

Heavy monsoon rains ahead in Hyderabad, IMD issues 7-day alert

Hyderabad: Heavy monsoon rains are expected in Hyderabad over the next seven days as the India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued an orange a

Asian Games 2026 Day 1: India Medal Tally Rises To Two As Elavenil Valarivan Wins Second Silver

Asian Games 2026 Day 1: India Medal Tally Rises To Two As Elavenil Valarivan Wins Second Silver The post Asian Games 2026 Day 1: India Medal Tall

Hyderabad: Software Employee Ends Life At Residence In Pocharam

On Saturday night, Santoshi allegedly died by suicide by hanging. Her family members noticed her on Sunday morning and alerted the police.

Journalist Payal Mehta passes away in Mumbai

Mumbai Journalist Payal Mehta passed away in Mumbai early on Sunday. She was 46. Mehta developed uneasiness late on Saturday The post Journalist

Asian Games shooting: Elavenil Valarivan bags silver in 10m air rifle

Elavenil Valarivan secured a silver medal in the women's 10m air rifle event. She finished behind Japan's Hinata Taichi, with South Korea's Ban H

Keralam minister K.M. Shaji faces controversy over use of loaned luxury car as official vehicle

Photographs of K.M. Shaji posing alongside the car, which flew the national flag from a staff mounted on the vehicles bonnet, recently went viral

FPIs turn cautious; withdraw 20,974 core from equities in September amid global uncertainty

The latest outflow comes after foreign investors returned to Indian equities in July and August, when they invested 20,200 crore and 29,630 crore

IMD: Monsoon exiting Rajasthan as Bay low awaits turn to intensify

A 15% rain deficit as on date leaves kharif yields exposed to a late-season gamble: showers from a deep depression could replenish soil moisture,

Mamata's backing of Congress in Nandigram bypoll signals possible reset in Bengal opposition politics

In a notable political shift, a former West Bengal chief minister endorses a Congress candidate for the Nandigram bypoll, suggesting a realignmen

UGC Rollback Mahapanchayat in Delhi postponed after govt talks with Kshatriya Karni Sena

The UGC Rollback Savarna Mahapanchayat scheduled at Delhis Jantar Mantar on September 20 was postponed after Union ministers J P Nadda and Jitend

Two killed after Ukrainian drone attacks hit oil refinery in Moscow

Ukraine and Russia have continued attacks on each other's energy infrastructure despite an announcement by US President Donald Trump on Monday th

India vs Bangladesh: Smriti Mandhana Breaks T20I World Record, Shafali Verma Unleashes Carnage

India made a blistering start against Bangladesh in the womens cricket semi-final at the 2026 Asian Games, with openers Smriti Mandhana and Shafa

Sandeep Reddy Suggests Names for Warangal Airport; Revanth Reddy Says Thats the Spirit

Responding to Vangas suggestion, Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy replied, Thats the SPIRIT..!!

Viksit Bharat depends on Viksit Rajya: CEA calls for more private capital, higher state capex

Chief Economic Adviser V Anantha Nageswaran said India will need greater private-capital participation to finance its development ambitions towar

Watch: IAF chief A.P. Singh welcomes JASDF chief Gen Takehiro Morita in Jodhpur

IAF chief A P Singh welcomed JASDF chief Gen Takehiro Morita in Jodhpur as India-Japan air exercise Veer Guardian 2026 continues.

Ed Sheeran Calls Gaza Situation Catastrophic And Unjustifiable

Singer says Israel's October 7 attacks were horrific and the situation in Gaza is catastrophic and unjustifiable.

Thiruvananthapuram to host Social Entrepreneurship Conclave on Sept 30

KSUM aims to provide support for innovative ideas through funding, mentorship, market access, branding and other forms of assistance

Iran says UNGA participation is its

Tehran: Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei said that participation in the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly (UN

When Jaya Bachchan talked about roles for older women in Bollywood

Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 20 (IANS) Veteran actress Jaya Bachchan once got candid with filmmaker Karan Johar about the kind of roles offered to

BJP-RSS have hollowed out education system; Rahul Gandhi standing with students: Congress

Congress accused the BJP-RSS of undermining Indias education system and said Rahul Gandhi stood with students seeking accountability. Speaking at

US-Iran tensions, crude oil, tariffs, FII flows likely to drive stock market next week

Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 20 (IANS) The Indian stock market is likely to remain sensitive to developments around the US-Iran conflict, crude oil

Seven Odia Devotees Killed In MP Stream Tragedy

Seven Odisha residents and a local driver were killed after their car was swept away by a rain-swollen stream in Madhya Pradesh.

Fire partially damages Katra helipad terminal in Jammu & Kashmir

Digital Desk | Jammu, Sep 20 (IANS) A fire partially damaged the helipad terminal, used to ferry pilgrims to the hilltop Shri Mata Vaishno Devi s

KBC 18: Gaurav Kapoor's Sooryavansham Kheer Joke Leaves Amitabh Bachchan Amused

Gaurav Kapoor recalled how the Sooryavansham kheer scene changed his approach to the dessert.

Farewell to Bhubaneswar DCP Jagmohan Meena, Successor Announcement Soon

The Commissionerate Police Headquarters in Bhubaneswar bid farewell to Jagmohan Meena, Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP), on 19 September follo

Uday Kotak lays out 7 priorities for Viksit Bharat, warns against economic complacency

Veteran banker Uday Kotak urged India to avoid complacency despite its strong global position, calling for tighter fiscal management, financial-s

Vaishnaw cautions industry on cyberattacks, threats to India's chip rise

India's growing semiconductor heft could be seen as a hreat by established interests in the global chip value chain, and the industry must guard

Keralam Minister Shaji Defends using friend's Range Rover as Official Vehicle

He had said he was forced to rely on his friend's vehicle as the government-provided one was not suitable for long-distance travel

How to judge whether an AI answer to your question is trustworthy

AI-generated responses can be factual, interpretive, constructive or strategic, and each requires users to assess accuracy, context, purpose and

BioShanghai Week 2026 Opens -- Joining Forces to Build a Global Biopharmaceutical Innovation Ecosystem

BioShanghai Week 2026 Opens -- Joining Forces to Build a Global Biopharmaceutical Innovation Ecosystem

Daayra vs Vibe Box Office Collection Day 2: Kunal Khemu's Film Outpaces Kareena Kapoor-Prithviraj's Crime Thriller

After two days, Vibe's India gross collection stands at Rs 5.22 crore

Rana Daggubati launches Hyderabad

Hyderabad: The City of Pearls has added another exciting destination to its growing list of attractions. Actor Rana Daggubati inaugurated Hyderab

Scientists thought the human brain began as one: New study reveals two ancient cell pathways emerge early, raising a surprising question about how our most complex organ forms

Scientists have uncovered a surprising twist in human brain development: two distinct groups of early cells follow separate paths to form differe

Asian Games 2026: India clinch silver in women's 10m air rifle team event

WHCA Demands Restoration of Press Access After Trumps Media Ban

The WHCA calls for immediate restoration of press access following Trumps ban on CNN, Politico, and MS Now journalists, citing First Amendment vi

Aadhaar Biometric Authentication Mandatory For Subsidised Domestic LPG Refills From 1 October, 89.9 Per Cent Consumers Already Compliant

India, Japan air chiefs attend 'Exercise Veer Guardian-2026' at Jodhpur Air Force Station

Air Chief Marshal Amar Preet Singh and JASDF Chief of Staff General Takehiro Morita visited Jodhpur's Air Force Station on Sunday to witness the

Asian Games 2026: Three shooters, one target, How Sonam, Elavenil and Vidarsa won silver

India kicked off its Asian Games shooting campaign with a silver medal in the women's 10m air rifle team event, secured by Sonam Uttam Maskar, El

Elavenil, Sonam Win Silver as India Open Asian Games Medal Account in 10m Air Rifle

Elavenil, Sonam and Vidarsa secure Indias first medal as China set world record in shooting.

Be prepared for cyberattacks: Vaishnaw flags risks to Indias chip push

India's burgeoning semiconductor sector is viewed as a threat by established global chip industry interests, says Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw. He h