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Ashok Leyland to step up product expansion; lines up new trucks, buses, and LNG models

The companys electric-mobility business, Switch India, continues to build its order pipeline, MD and CEO Shenu Agrawal told analysts

How a 'mysterious' disease is afflicting kids of a highly vulnerable tribal group in MP

How a mysterious disease is afflicting kids of a highly vulnerable tribal group in MP

Harish Rao demands Ponguleti

Hyderabad: Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) deputy floor leader Harish Rao on Tuesday, August 18, demanded the resignation of Telangana Revenue Minis

Crompton banking on premiumisation, new categories to drive growth: MD Promeet Ghosh

CGCEL, which on Tuesday unveiled a refreshed brand identity, has expanded its total addressable market size from about 80,000 crore three years a

Assam Schools to Implement AI for Early Identification of Dropout Students: CM

Guwahati, August 18: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma unveiled an AI-based roadmap for the states school education system on Tuesday. He

From Selling Balloons At 8 To Reaching 3.5 Million: Devendra Kumar Gupta

Abandoned as a child, Devendra Kumar Gupta endured child labour before founding Ladli Foundation to empower vulnerable communities across India.

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Sonia Gandhi memoir Belonging to be published on November 10

Sonia Gandhi memoir Belonging to be published on November

Crompton eyes doubling of revenue through premiumisation, new-age growth

Unveils new logo and super-premium Rhion platform as it charts a 15,000-crore growth roadmap

Jharkhand Students End Hunger Strike, Demand Law for Leak-Free Exams

Ranchi, August 18: Students in Jharkhand have concluded their hunger strike following the state governments announcement to cancel all exams cond

Commercial vehicle monthly retail sales near one-lakh mark as rural demand, infrastructure drive growth

Tata Motors leads July CV retail surge; top five players post double-digit growth

Maharashtra anti-conversion law to come into force on Aug 28

New Delhi: The Maharashtra Freedom of Religion Act will be implemented this Rakshabandhan, August 28, this year. The state government has issued

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Invisible labour, visible inequities

Platform work has opened up new opportunities for women, but it has also created new gendered inequalities which need to addressed

Maternity leave for third child of women government employees raised to 365 days

Women government employees are now granted 365 days of maternity leave for their first two children, while those with two or more children are gr

Nifty slips below 24,200 for sixth straight session as crude, geopolitics bite

The Nifty 50 closed at 24,154.90, down 132.75 points or 0.55%, breaking the 24,200 support level; Sensex ended at 77,235.46, down about 0.6%

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Karnataka BJP Accuses Congress Government of Failing to Provide Drought Relief Funds

Bengaluru, August 18: The Leader of the Opposition in the Karnataka Assembly, R. Ashok, has made serious allegations against the state government

Sundaram Home Finance plans expansion of emerging business in AP

Company targeting disbursements of 150 crore this year

Horizon Industrial Parks IPO overall subscription reaches 0.24 times

Retail individual investors led the recovery, with their category reaching 0.43 times subscription by end of day, more than doubling from 0.19 ti

Supplyco cuts Sabari brand coconut oil price to 229/litre ahead of Onam

The price reduction followed a ministerial decision and applies to a combination pack comprising subsidised and non-subsidised portions

Sakarni Plaster to invest 450 cr on expansion; to set up 2 building material plants

On Tuesday, Sakarni Plaster launched gypsum plaster product 'Suntara' to strengthen its presence in Indias growing building-materials market

Snake Rescued from Shah Rukh Khans Mannat in Mumbai

Mumbai, August 18: Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khans residence, Mannat, is once again in the spotlight. Recently, two snakes were spotted on th

UK backs Ukraine despite Russia warning over reported British drones

UK backs Ukraine despite Russia warning over reported British drones

Japanese proverb of the day: 'Vision without action is a daydream. Action without vision is a...' - this Japanese saying teaches inspirational life lessons on setting goals, dreaming with purpose, taking the right steps and why success needs both vision and action

Japanese proverb of the day: A Japanese saying emphasizes combining clear goals with practical steps. Vision alone remains a daydream without con

Weak evidence: HC suspends life term of Dabholkar murder convict

Mumbai: The Bombay High Court on Tuesday, August 18, suspended the life sentence of Sachin Andure, a convict in the 2013 murder case of rationali

Press Club of India expresses shock over police action against independent journalist Ravi Nair

The press association says this clampdown on information, while at the same time journalists doing their job are having to pay a heavy price, pai

Bengalurus ORR companies write to GBA expressing concern over white-topping in October, WFH suggestion

Pointing out that ORR supports more than 500 companies and approximately 1.3 million employees, the association argues that work-from-home (WFH)

Psychology says people who use your full name when theyre angry may be signaling something deeper than a boundary

Names are especially noticeable words because they directly signal who is being addressed. This makes them useful fordirecting and managing atten

Amid students' protest threat, Bihar government announces 32,000 teacher vacancies

Amid students protest threat Bihar government announces teacher vacancies

Tripura: Tipra Motha Party hints at rethink on BJP alliance over tribal accord in Village Committee elections

Tipra Motha Party chief Pradyot Bikram Manikya Debbarma warned of alliance reconsideration. He stated the accord's implementation is crucial for

SAF conclave to focus on capacity building, IATA 2050 Net Zero target

As per global studies, India could produce around 40 million tonne of SAF annually by 2050, about 10% of global SAF production potential

CID to Investigate Death of Former TMC Councillors Husband in West Bengal

Kolkata, August 18: The Criminal Investigation Department (CID) of West Bengal Police has taken over the investigation into the death of Birju Ke

Batsmen who have scored the most runs at number 3 in ODIs; Virat Kohli's name also figures in the list.

The number 3 position in the batting order is considered very important in ODI cricket. The batsman in this position is expected to anchor the in

Police announce traffic diversions to facilitate UGD works between Thaneerpandal junction and TNPDCL sub-station on Codissia Road in Coimbatore

TN govt says project that harms environment, livelihoods will not be allowed

The comments came in response to growing concerns over a proposed 425 crore hydrocarbon drilling project by HOEC off the Parangipettai coast in C

PM CARES? Hardly: Congress jabs govt for utilising only 0.01% of relief fund

Domestic donations to the PM CARES Fund fell by 30 per cent to nearly Rs 479 crore in the financial year 2024-25, while foreign donations decline

India set a target of 372; Sri Lanka needs a miracle to win the Galle Test.

IND vs SL 1st Test: Team India set a target of 372 runs for Sri Lanka in the first Test at Galle. Such a large total has never been chased on thi

Bread has become expensive; now you will have to spend more money for breakfast.

Bread Price Hike: The price of bread has increased in West Bengal. Due to rising raw material costs, the new prices, effective August 17, 2026, w

Navy signs 1,943 crore lease deal for advanced MQ-9B drones

'This Is The Right Way': Rahul Hails Jharkhand Govt-Students Understanding

Gandhi also vowed to change the system across the country to establish a framework that propels students forward rather than holds them back.

Noida Police Uncover Mobile Snatching Gang, Two Arrested and Minor Detained

Noida, August 18: The police in Noida have successfully uncovered a mobile phone snatching and theft gang, leading to the arrest of two suspects

Kaziranga ESZ row: Residents protest in support of Assams 1-km buffer, oppose Gaurav Gogois 10-km demand

Residents from areas around Kaziranga National Park protested in Assams Kaliabor on Tuesday, backing the state governments proposal to reduce the

Suspicious foreign remittances under income tax department scanner

The income tax department has launched a drive to verify suspicious foreign remittances by entities with little or no reported business activity,

Preparations for the 8th Pay Commission are gaining momentum; consultants will be appointed, and the guidelines will be issued.

8th Pay Commission: Consultant positions have been divided into three different categories based on experience. A total of 23 positions are up fo

Erode Corporation adopts policies for safer, inclusive mobility

DMK Ridicules CM Vijay, Trisha Over Independence Day Salute

The person who has become the chief minister of Tamil Nadu today thinks that he can justify shameless and disgusting things by doing such things

Attapur: Woman Admitted With Fever Dies, Family Alleges Medical Negligence

Shocked by her death, family members alleged that negligence by the doctors had led to her death.

Alaska's live bearcam becomes summer hit as brown bears gather at Brooks Falls to catch salmon

Visa Reimagines Visa Infinite for India's Evolving Affluent Consumers

Visa Infinite evolves into a premium three-tiered suite - Visa Infinite, Visa Infinite Privilege and Visa Infinite Private - enabling distinct el

Tata Sons AGM: Tata Sons' AGM postponed, for the first time in 100 years

Tata Sons AGM Update: Following N. Chandrasekaran's resignation, the Tata Sons AGM scheduled for today has been postponed. It is now expected to

iPhone users beware! Apple has released a vital security update.

iOS 26.1.1: 21 of the 29 security flaws are related to WebKit alone. WebKit is used in many Apple features and apps, including Safari.(Apple has

How to check the TV remote: Is the TV remote faulty or the battery? Use your mobile camera to find out.

How to Check TV Remote: Now, from the comfort of your home, you can use your phone's camera to find out what's wrong with your TV remote. Which i

In 1864, a bottle of Guinness was brewed under Queen Victoria; 162 years later, divers recovered it from a shipwreck, where its preserved yeast may help recreate the taste of Victorian stout

A 162-year-old Guinness bottle has been pulled from a shipwreck in the English Channel, opening a rare window into Victorian brewing. The sealed

ASEAN Digital Agreement: A Model for Deeper Digital Engagement with Southeast Asia

New Delhi, August 18: The ASEAN Digital Economy Framework Agreement (DEFA) presents a model for India to achieve extensive and deep digital engag

Google Search: Google saves your search activity based on your account settings.

Before searching anything on Google, know these privacy risks.(Know these risks before searching on Google)Google Search: Google is considered th

Which mode in the washing machine consumes the most electricity?

Washing Machine: Most advanced washing machines have a Hot Wash or washing mode by heating water, which normally consumes the most electricity.(W

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Petrol Price: Petrol and diesel prices rise again; people of neighboring countries hit by inflation

Petrol and Diesel Price Hike: Petrol and diesel prices have risen in Pakistan in just four days, leaving the general public once again reeling un

Trump posts map labelling Strait of Hormuz 'new US territory' as Iran says waterway to remain shut

US President Donald Trump on Tuesday (August 18) posted an image of a map labelling the Strait of Hormuz as a 'new US territory' amid ongoing ten

Razorpay builds proprietary AI model Vulcan to boost payment success rates

Trained across four billion transactions and 3 trillion data points, Vulcan aims to improve payment success rates, detect fraud and personalise t

Anant Ambani orders treatment in Mumbai for Bengal teen who stayed in ponds

Anant Ambani orders treatment in Mumbai for Bengal teen who stayed in ponds

Tamil Nadu plans maritime and waterways master plan to strengthen port connectivity

The Board is responsible for the administration, management and development of Minor Ports in the State.

Tamil Nadu government to formulate Peri-Menopausal Care Policy

It aims to enable early identification of the physical and mental health needs of women in the peri-menopausal age group, along with screening, c

Pakistan Army Slams Operation Sindoor Docuseries as

The Pakistani Army has criticised a recently released documentary on Operation Sindoor, describing it as a highly dramatised and one-sided portra

6 new food spots in Hyderabad worth checking out this August

Hyderabads culinary landscape has moved well beyond just biryani and Irani chai. Siasat.com has time and again documented the evolving food scene

Telangana ACB Arrests GHMC, Forest Officials in Separate Bribe Cases

The ACB officials produced the three arrested persons in the special court for ACB cases in Nampally

Private sector job fair in Erode on August 21

BJP Threats, State Pressure Led To Kolkata Meet-Up Cancellation: CJP Leader

CJP leader Asutosh Ranka made the allegations in a post on X, claiming that the event at Bharat Sabha Hall was cancelled after the venue owners w

UP-RERA consolidates rules for builders, agents: 7 key things homebuyers must know

UPRERA consolidates rules for builders agents key things homebuyers must know

Indias Global Recognition Strengthened Under PM Modis Leadership: Danish Azad Ansari

Mumbai, August 18: Danish Azad Ansari, the Minority Welfare Minister of Uttar Pradesh, spoke at the IACC Conclave held in Mumbai, highlighting In

Private banks pull out all stops for FCNR(B) deposits before August 31

Banks are raising interest rates, using website countdown timers, fast-tracking deposit commitments and tapping overseas bond markets as the RBI

Hero Future Energies bags 120 MW FDRE RTC capacity under SECI tender

The project will be developed under a Power Purchase Agreement with SECI and is expected to be commissioned within 24 months of the PPA execution

After 1,800 km dash, reserves Surya-Pramuthesh endure golden point heartbreak

Indian sailors send SOS over Strait of Hormuz risk

From home kitchens to food entrepreneurs: J&K women find new livelihoods

The initiative is designed to help womens SHGs move into food-based enterprises

Bruce Springsteen heartbroken as rock critic Dave Marsh dies at 76

Music writer Dave Marsh, who shaped Bruce Springsteen's public story, has died at seventy-six. He was known for his sharp criticism and influenti

OpenAI launches ChatGPT for teens with tighter safety and study support

OpenAI launches ChatGPT for teens with tighter safety and study support

Govt Delaying Quashing Of FIRs Against Protesters, Alleges CJP

The outfit accuses the Centre of delaying action on its assurances to withdraw cases against students and protesters.

Trump declares Hormuz 'new US territory' as Iran keeps waterway shut

Trump declares Hormuz new US territory as Iran keeps waterway shut

17 IPS officers, including SPs of Bhojpur and Siwan, transferred in Bihar

SP Jha, under whose command an AK-47 rifle was allegedly used during a student protest in Siwan on July 25, has been placed on the waiting list f

100 days of Vijay: Has Tamil Nadu really changed its political script?

days of Vijay Has Tamil Nadu really changed its political script