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CAS here to stay, but open to review for improvement: SEBI

We will see if there are certain constraints or certain issues that we can improve. The regulator will soon issue a consultation paper on the sec

Vallab eliminates Ayan

EAGLE seizes six kg ganja concealed in autos speaker in Hyderabad, five arrested

Social security pensions of 51,720 beneficiaries cancelled

AIDSO demands independent inquiry into UGC-NET errors

Contractors stage protest over unpaid bills in Kalaburagi

They set a one-week deadline for the city corporation to clear their dues

Yathindra Siddaramaiah targets RSS, demands apology to Kharge

Bengaluru: Karnataka Minister Yathindra Siddaramaiah launched a sharp attack on the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) on Monday, August 17, descr

Congress workers stage protest in Shivamogga

KFC says it is committed to high standards of food safety

Pondicherry University introduces MBA in Hospitality Management

Purandeshwari, Ram Madhav appointed BJP National Vice-Presidents

Trump warns US will bomb the sh** out of Oman if it gets in way

United States President Donald Trump on Monday, August 17, told Fox News reporter Trey Yingst that the US would bomb Oman if it gets in the way,

Farmers stage protest in Ongole, seek funds for tobacco procurement

Participating in the protest, A.P. Farmers Association leader demands that the Central and State governments, which generate 80,000 crore in reve

Training programme for para-legal volunteers begins in Mysuru

Zaheerabad Industrial Smart City works by March 2028

Telangana government targeting 15,000 crore investments and two lakh employment opportunities, Minister D.Sridhar Babu tells NICDIT meeting

Nagababu appointed AP-GREEN executive committee chairman

SUCI(C) to stage protest in Dharwad on Aug. 31 over pension suspension

The party is demanding the immediate restoration of pensions to eligible beneficiaries under various social security schemes

Halal Fayidha Co-operative Society denies investment scam allegations

The society denied allegations that it has collapsed or that an investment scam has taken place. It said that it had never accepted deposits and

CPI leader urges TVK-led government to fulfil poll promises as it completes 100 days

OMR sheets altered, signatures forged, says SIT report on Group-I 2018 recruitment

Data entry operators, security guards, electricians, and private lecturers evaluated the answer sheets in a resort for 84 days, duplicate OMR she

CID arrests Ajita Bhattacharya's PA for extorting Rs 40 lakh to manage JPSC interviews

The Jharkhand CID has arrested the personal assistant of former JPSC member Ajita Bhattacharya in connection with an alleged recruitment examinat

Huge haul of processed sea cucumber seized in Ramanathapuram district

A.P. Chief Minister warns of severe water stress due to El Nio

Chandrababu Naidu urges farmers to avoid water-intensive crops in areas facing acute shortages, and says that the State is likely to receive subs

Keralam maintains studied silence as clamour grows for Sabari rail, its extension to Vizhinjam

Congress MPs, including Adoor Prakash and Anto Antony, urge the CM to extend the proposed rail line from Erumeli to Balaramapuram, which is cruci

Devotees throng Nagoba temple at Keslapur on Naga Panchami

Over 6 lakh Hyderabad voters flagged, highest in Bahadurpura

Hyderabad: The ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls has flagged over 60 lakh voters in Telangana, and, district-wise, the

KIA handled 22.6 million passengers in first six months of 2026

Court attaches TNSTC bus in Coimbatore for non-payment of benefits to conductor

Political Turmoil in Karnataka: Demands for Minister Nagendras Resignation Grow

Bengaluru, August 17: The case of irregularities in the Karnataka Maharshi Valmiki Scheduled Tribe Development Corporation has ignited political

Quote of the Day by Anthony Hopkins: I am a bit of a solitude person a solitary Inspiring lessons on loneliness, independence, personal space, boundaries and why being alone is not the same as being lonely by the Welsh actor known for his powerful performances and deep insights on awareness and individuality

Quote of the Day by Anthony Hopkins: Anthony Hopkins quote, I am a bit of a solitude person a solitary personality. I like being on my own. I do

ITR Refund: Refund has not come yet, where is your money stuck, understand from experts

It has been more than 15 days since ITR was filed but refund has not been received yet? If you are also one of such taxpayers and want to find ou

Senior IPS officer Avinash Mohanty takes charge of TG SAFE

Hyderabad: Senior Indian Police Service (IPS) officer Avinash Mohanty on Monday, August 17, took charge as the Commissioner of the Telangana Stan

Manipur political activity picks up amid possible cabinet expansion

Manipur leaders are in New Delhi for potential cabinet expansion talks. Ethnic violence continues unabated since May 2023, impacting the state. S

Bescom invites tenders to set up 500MW solar project under Mukya Mantri Soura Shakti scheme

Designed on the lines of PM-KUSUM, CM-SKY scheme was announced in the State budget by former Chief Minister Siddaramaiah in March 2026.

BWF Worlds: Ayush Shetty stuns world No. 1 Shi Yu Qi in three-game epic

Playing against the top-ranked Chinese shuttler, Shetty displayed remarkable composure throughout the deciding game to prevail 21-14, 13-21, 21-1

Right to speedy trial a valuable right of victim too: Supreme Court

In a bold move, the Supreme Court has reversed an Allahabad High Court decision that postponed a murder trial. It emphasized the importance of a

New Appointments in BJP Leadership: Satish Poonia and Lal Singh Arya Express Gratitude

New Delhi, August 17: In a significant reshuffle within the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), National President Nitin Naveen has appointed MP Satish

Russia receives Indian gasoline shipment amid domestic fuel shortages

Deputy Prime Minister Alexander Novak said in July that Russia would begin importing oil products to help stabilise the domestic market

Nagara Panchami celebrated with fervour and devotion in Dakshina Kannada, Udupi

Satish Poonia and Lal Singh Arya Express Gratitude After New Appointments in BJP

New Delhi, August 17: In a significant reshuffle, BJP National President Nitin Naveen has appointed MP Satish Poonia as the National General Secr

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From Ganja Fields To Black Rice: Tribal Women In Odisha Rewrite Their Story

The Koraput district administration has provided black rice seeds and milling machines to women farmers: Reports

Appointment of principals in grade II govt. arts colleges likely soon

I was happy even with Rs 55 crore debt: Sunny Deol on financial strains

I was happy even with Rs crore debt Sunny Deol on financial strains

Pressing emergency: Shehzad Poonawalla officially quits BJP

New Delhi: Almost a fortnight after reports of quitting the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), Shehzad Poonawalla resigned from all positions as well

Philips Personal Health India revenue to cross 1,000 crore in FY27

India is the fastest-growing country for Philips Personal Health worldwide, with the company growing twice as fast as the domestic market and gai

In 1904, Newfoundland released just 4 moose onto the island after an earlier introduction. 122 years later, their descendants number about 110,000 and have become powerful drivers of change across the island's forests

Moose impact on Newfoundland forests: Newfoundland introduced four moose in 1904, which now number around 110,000. These animals significantly im

Man, 5-year-old son found dead under suspicious circumstances in Bengaluru

From Blues and Ballads to Bebop: The Greg Banaszak Trio Returns to the NCPA

The programme draws on the freedom and musical conversation that define jazz, allowing each musician to bring a distinct voice to the performance

West Bengal CM promises Purulia's Junglemahal revamp, jobs and new infrastructure

West Bengal's Chief Minister inaugurated a major drinking water project today. This Japan International Cooperation Agency-assisted initiative wi

In 1917, botanist Joseph Rock introduced albizia to Hawaii for reforestation. Now it has infested thousands of acres in Oahu and eastern Hawaii Island

Introduced to Hawaii in 1917 as a solution for reforestation, the Albizia tree quickly established itself as an invasive species. By 2018, infest

Jagan condemns Sankhavarappadu incident: says accident reflects deteriorating state of law and order

The Former Chief Minister alleges that the two SIs were also in an intoxicated condition, while ganja, liquor, and a police uniform were found in

Hoverit's Divyastra Mk3 takes flight: Indias first indigenous jet-powered loitering munition

Reliance, Rolls-Royce plan joint production of fighter jet engines in India

RELIANCE Industries and Rolls-Royce have announced plans to jointly design and manufacture engines for India's multirole indigenous fighter jet p

Keralas Pinarayi Vijayan Criticizes Governor Arlekar for Constitutional Violation

Thiruvananthapuram, August 17: Pinarayi Vijayan, the leader of the opposition in Kerala, launched a sharp attack on Governor Rajendra Vishwanath

Kerala High Court slams Home department for double standards in action against officials

It asks why the department is not properly disciplining Deputy Superintendent of Police Sudheer Kallen who allegedly neglected procedures while a

Salem Railway Division expects 46.20 lakh in revenue through Rail Coach Restaurant

Eastern Naval Command lift VDCA Institutional League title

Afghanistan Embassy in Delhi celebrates fifth year of Taliban regime

The Taliban marked five years in power on Saturday (August 15, 2026), seeking to portray their government as in control even as aid and rights gr

TNSTC-Coimbatore Ltd., accelerates operational efficiency through training programmes

SC/ST commission in Kerala disposes of 208 cases

Iran says it will escalate if U.S. does not honour deal within weeks

If the U.S. does not meet that deadline and diplomacy fails, Tehran would conduct a timely and precise military attack to break the U.S. naval bl

Bring Back Lower-Blend Petrol to Protect Older Vehicles, Urges CEA Nageswaran

Oil ministry has maintained that it's not feasible to build and maintain infrastructure to supply multiple grades of fuel: Reports

Vijay apologises for T.N. Forest Ministers remarks in Assembly

Earlier, Speaker J.C.D. Prabhakar expunged the remarks made by the Minister

Fish-cleaning bays, cold storage, composting plant: Russell Market in Bengaluru gets a new blueprint

The redevelopment plan comes against a long list of problems that have made the century-old market difficult to function in, including overcrowdi

Thoothukudi SP urges teachers to step up awareness on drug prevention

China urges global action after 100 Chinese held in Pakistan call centre case

China urges global action after Chinese held in Pakistan call centre case

Ashok Gehlot Highlights Congresss Connection to Vande Mataram During Political Controversy

Jaipur, August 17: A political controversy has erupted in Rajasthan following Union Home Minister Amit Shahs remarks about Vande Mataram during h

The Millennium Group of Schools Launches 'Millennium AI Creators Championship 2026' to Inspire India's Next Generation of Responsible AI Creators

New Delhi [India], August 17: The Millennium Group of Schools, one of India's leading K-12 institutions, today announced the launch of the Millen

Quote of the Day by Guy de Maupassant: A human beingwhat is a human being? Everything and nothing... a profound life lesson on human nature, self-awareness, memory, knowledge and the minds ability to carry an entire universe within itself, from the master of the modern short story known for his sharp psychological realism

Quote of the Day by Guy de Maupassant: A human beingwhat is a human being? Everything and nothing captures a striking contradiction in human natu

350 DSC aspirants attend orientation programme in Paderu

KSRTC bus services to be aligned with college timings: Harish Gowda

ECM Scheme: Govt. Cleared 31 Investment Proposals Worth Rs 7,877 cr

The fresh tranche of investment will be spread across 10 states. These approvals will result in a total output or production of goods worth Rs 82

Adimaly mudslide of 2025: 14 more families get 10-lakh compensation from Keralam govt.

Residents step up protest for cattle underpass at Chombala

The protesters are urging authorities to construct a CUP near Chombala Block Office, citing concerns that access to the Government Veterinary Hos

Kumaraswamy alleges NICE takeover bid in Bengaluru, asks CM Shivakumar to disclose buyer

Union Minister HD Kumaraswamy alleged an attempt to take over the privately operated NICE road project. He questioned Chief Minister DK Shivakuma

RB14 Showcase at Andhra University on August 20

Rajasthan Government Takes Action Against Expired Food Items at Private Hotel

Jaipur, August 17: The Rajasthan Food Safety Department is actively conducting inspections and taking action across the state under its Pure Food

'We'll bomb the sh** out of them': Trump threatens Oman over deal with Iran on Hormuz

US President Donald Trump on Monday (August 17) warned Oman against becoming involved in any agreement with Iran over control of the Strait of Ho

U.S. President Donald Trump terms Saudi-Turkiye-Pakistan defence agreement 'big, bold step

The agreement was signed by Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sh

Nellore Collector supports woman entrepreneur with 80,000 financial aid

Handing over a cheque to the woman, Himanshu Shukla says Palle Veekshana programme is being conducted in the district not only to understand the

Drugs seized in Palakkad

The police seized cocaine, brown sugar, LSD stamps and hybrid cannabis from the trio.

My engine runs on pure petrol, not E20: Mallikarjun Kharge

Student dies in Salur school wall collapse incident; Lokesh orders probe

Contract workers of MMC&RI launch protest over unpaid wages

Strengthening Democratic Participation: The Key Role of Educational Institutions, Says Gyanesh Kumar

Patna, August 17: Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar emphasized the crucial role of educational institutions in enhancing electoral litera