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Oman's Sohar Port positions itself as Gulf gateway for Indian traders amid Hormuz tensions

Oman's Sohar Port is actively positioning itself as a gateway for Indian businesses. The port offers integrated facilities and investment opportu

The Congress that Rahul controls: Born of a split, symbol freeze

Rahul Gandhi criticised the Election Commission's actions regarding party symbols. Ironically, the Congress party itself experienced a significan

Meet DJ RINOKA, the 6-year-old Japanese girl who became the world's youngest female club DJ

DJ RINOKA is a young DJ from Tokyo, Japan, who discovered her passion for DJing after watching a female DJ on YouTube when she was 4. After recei

Groundwater Levels Plunge in Agriculture-Rich Districts

Kakinada records sharpest fall as officials flag depletion and pollution

Sunil Kumar Confident in Indian Kabaddi Teams Readiness for 2026 Asian Games

Captain Sunil Kumar expresses confidence in the Indian Kabaddi teams preparation for the upcoming Asian Games in 2026. Sunil Kumar Confident in I

People Electrocuted as Farmers Erect Live Wires to Protect Their Crop From Wildlife

These incidents of electrocution have left the Forest department officials of the Kawal Tiger Reserve worried.

Wisdom of the Day by Oscar-winning actor Sean Penn: The things that matter most are rarely the things that make life easy. You grow when What makes a hard path worth taking? Life lessons on personal growth, resilience and finding meaning in difficult choices

Wisdom of the day by Sean Penn offers a grounded lesson about difficult choices, personal growth and finding meaning beyond comfort. His words sp

Takeda partners Dr Reddy's to launch dengue vaccine Qdenga in India from 2027

Takeda and Dr. Reddy's Labs will promote the Qdenga dengue vaccine in India. This pioneering vaccine is expected to launch in the first half of 2

Three LeT OGWs arrested

Jammu Tawi, Sep 18 : Three arrested overground workers linked to the proscribed Pakistan-based Lashkar-e-Taiba outfit remained active for several

ECI freezes AITC name & symbol, allots new ones to rival factions

The Election Commission has assigned new names and symbols to two factions of the All India Trinamool Congress. Mamata Banerjee's group will now

Birthday boy kills friend for smearing cake on his face

Jammu Tawi, Sep 18 : A celebration on a roadside turned fatal when the birthday boy allegedly attacked and killed his friend with a sharp-edged w

Sunita Williams: The Second Indian-American Woman to Travel to Space

Sunita Williams, an accomplished astronaut, is celebrated as the second Indian-American woman to journey into space, showcasing her remarkable ca

Psychology says parents who continue their own parents traditions with their children may be passing down more than a habit

Family rituals can give everyday life a reassuring sense of continuity. A birthday might always begin with the same special breakfast, Friday eve

DKS Meets Veteran Congress Leader Janardhan Poojary

After wrapping up his programmes in Mangaluru, Shivakumar travelled to Hebri in Udupi district for a meeting on Kasturirangan Report before retur

Football: 'A disaster' if Man City do not win says Enzo Maresca after flawless start

Maresca has the daunting task of replacing Guardiola, who won 20 trophies in a glorious 10-year reign at the Etihad. Since losing the Community S

Danam Welcomes Verdict, Ready to Face Electorate

If the High Court order prevails, it will be the second time that Nagender would pay the price for switching parties, though the first instance i

ISCUF 85th Foundation Day in Bhubaneswar: Cuban Ambassador Juan Carlos Mars

The Indian Society for Cultural Co-operation and Friendship (ISCUF) marked its 85th Foundation Day on Friday with a packed programme at Geetagovi

Mamata Banerjee backs Congress in Nandigram and Assam bypolls after candidate withdrawal

Mamata Banerjee will support Congress candidates in Nandigram and Assam bypolls. Her party's Nandigram candidate withdrew her nomination on Frida

Ego creates false sense of absolute control: Mohan Bhagwat

Mohan Bhagwat addressed Gen Z participants, warning against human vanity and ego. He cited the sun's certainty to illustrate man's limited contro

Calcutta High Court Dismisses PIL Against Government Properties Painted Saffron

The Calcutta High Court has dismissed a public interest litigation challenging the West Bengal governments saffron painting of public properties.

Defence Output Touches 1.8 Lakh Crore: Rajnath

Defence exports had risen from about 600 crore to nearly 40,000 crore, with Indian equipment now reaching around 100 countries, he said.

India Firm on Russian Oil Purchases

New Delhi also maintained that US tariffs imposed over its purchase of Russian oil could have implications for the overall India-US relationship.

Controversy Erupts Over Swara Bhaskers Remarks on Ram Temple

Actress Swara Bhaskers comments on the Ram Temple decision spark political outrage, drawing sharp criticism from the VHP and others. Controversy

Swara Bhasker Faces Backlash Over Ram Temple Remarks

Actress Swara Bhaskers comments on the Ram Temple decision ignite political controversy, drawing sharp criticism from VHP spokesperson. Swara Bha

Danams Last Speech in Assembly on MLAs Privileges

Nagender said a draw of lots in Khairatabad constituency was done without his presence and officials did not wait for his arrival.

Congress slams ECI over TMC symbol, alleges 'party theft'

Rahul Gandhi condemned the Election Commission freezing the Trinamool Congress party symbol. He alleged the BJP and ECI conspire to split parties

Odisha on High Alert: Low Pressure System to Bring Heavy Downpours Starting Sept 22

Stay updated on the latest Odisha weather forecast. A new low-pressure system will bring heavy rainfall, thunderstorms, and high winds to Odisha

Hyderabad: Python Spotted Outside IT Firms Near Durgam Cheruvu, Sparks Panic

The incident raised concerns among the locals and employees.

A couple bought Marilyn Monroes final Los Angeles home and planned to demolish it; the city declared it a historic landmark, triggering a federal battle over property rights and lost value

Marilyn Monroe's former home in Los Angeles has transformed into a controversial site as owners contest the city's decision to designate it for h

Tirupati Laddu Prasadam Made From Palm Oil, Chemicals, Says ED; Arrests Ghee Company Owner

The agency said the ED Hyderabad office had taken Kailash Chand Mangla of Sukriti Foods into custody on Thursday in connection with the ghee adul

Indian Bank to explore partners for insurance, mutual fund businesses

Indian Bank aims to enter the insurance and asset management spaces through joint ventures within 1.5 to 2 years, while launching wealth manageme

Raghav Chadha Launches Drug-Free Punjab Campaign with BJP President Nitin Naveen in Pathankot

Raghav Chadha criticizes the AAP government while launching the Drug-Free Punjab campaign with BJPs Nitin Naveen in Pathankot. Raghav Chadha Laun

HAL Hands Over Tejas Trainers, Dhruv Helicopters

Deliveries boost Indias indigenous aerospace and defence manufacturing push

Tilted Building Sparks Panic in Gopanapally

Residents said the tilt occurred early in the morning. I heard some noise outside at 8 am and saw the building leaning. I thought it was going to

Southern States urged to tap horticulture, export potential

Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan calls for Centre-State cooperation and region-specific agricultural planning, stressing the need

Foreign Link, Eight-State Hunt: Odisha Minister Says Orangutan Syndicate Will Take Time to Uproot

Odisha Forest Minister Ganesh Ram SinghKhuntia says a foreign-linked syndicate is behind five baby orangutans found in Balasore. STF and WCCB are

'People spend 20 yrs learning': Vance drops brutal jab at AOC over 'saying nothing' | Midterms 2026

'People spend 20 yrs learning': Vance drops brutal jab at AOC over 'saying nothing' | Midterms 2026

Net direct tax mopup rises 13% to 12.12 trillion till September 17

Net direct tax collections rose 13% to 12.12 trillion, with corporate tax and STT driving growth despite a sharp rise in refunds

TMC Faces Internal Strife as Election Commission Allocates New Names and Symbols

TMC leaders express concerns over new election symbols and internal conflicts as political tensions rise in West Bengal. TMC Faces Internal Strif

Interests of a political party being served, says Mamata after losing TMC name and symbol; vows to fight back

Senior BJP leaders including Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari said that it was divine intervention that Mamata Banerjee has lost her partys symbol

Srinagar police face questions over extensive evening vehicle barricading and frisking

A local Member of Parliament has questioned the Jammu and Kashmir police. He asked for an explanation regarding extensive vehicle frisking and ba

Delay in HMDA Permits Hits Industry Growth

HMDA officials in the revenue division, where permits are reportedly stalled, did not respond to phone calls.

PWD sets November 30 deadline to improve 600 km of Delhi roads

Psychology says people may happily wait 2 hours for a new iPhone but hate 20 minutes at the DMV, heres why

When you willingly show up early for a highly anticipated product launch, a long line may already feel like part of the experience. At the DMV, h

A Vision for Advanced Packaging: Delivering Maximum Value with Minimum Investment

Prof. Rao R. Tummala India stands at a pivotal moment in its semiconductor journey. While the nation has achieved global recognition in chip des

Odisha to Develop Silicon Valley with

Odisha announces plans for a Silicon Valley in Cuttack, attracting 23,600 crore in investments and promising job creation. Odisha to Develop Sili

King Charles alma mater students uncover possible 10th-century church, live without electricity and pump water from 1,000-year-old well

Students from King Charles alma mater, Gordonstoun, have uncovered the remains of a possible 10th-century church on the remote Scottish island of

Lokeshs Stress on AI, Global Standards for AP Residential Schools

The board of governors approved the development of 10 AP residential schools as Centres of Excellence. The Tadikonda and Kodigenahalli schools ar

Datanomics: What Rozgar Mela numbers say about government hiring

Modi government's Rozgar Melas have offered nearly 1.9 million jobs since 2022, but overall government employment has grown only modestly

Ayyanna Patrudu Bats for Stronger Parliamentary Democracy

AP Speaker highlights human rights, inclusive governance and global peace

Delhi Metro records highest-ever 82.44 lakh daily boardings amid DTC bus strike

Shakira bought a four-bedroom Miami mansion for $1.075 million in 2001, sold it for $1.8 million four years later: Singers early real estate move as she conquered the US music market

Shakira real estate: Shakira first purchased a Miami home on La Gorce Island in 2001. She later sold this Mediterranean-style residence for a pro

IPS Officers Wives Back Handloom Artisans

Artisans from Telangana and other parts of the country showcased their products.

Tragic Loss: Two Women Die After C-Section at Bundi Hospital

Two women die following C-sections at a hospital in Bundi, Rajasthan, prompting investigations into the circumstances surrounding their deaths. T

Discussions over long-term growth strategy for ASR district

Resolve NHM Logjam Amicably

The decision taken by National Health Mission (NHM) employees to extend their strike till September 21 has become a matter of serious concern, es

Asset restructuring among Tata Sons' options to avoid a public listing

One possible route would be to reduce Tata Sons' relevant asset base below the 1 trillion threshold for classification as an upper-layer NBFC, ac

Let Go But Only When It Suits You?

The Double Standard of Kashmirs Political Leadership Former MLC GL Raina This year while remembering and paying respectful Tributes to all the ma

CEO Sudharsan Reddy Inspects Special Voter Roll Revision Hearings in Uppal, Habsiguda

He issued instructions to officials to rigorously carry out the verification process for records and applications of electors who have not yet be

Telangana took pro-active measures to tackle El Nino, says Deputy CM

Bhatti Vikramarka says its impact is on several sectors of economy

Chess Olympiad: Nihal, Gukesh help India beat Italy; women keep winning

DC Edit | Indias Non-Alignment Redux

New Delhi signals confidence in its energy choices and global partnerships

'American hero': Internet rallies behind Clancy holdout juror after Trumps former lawyer steps in

US Court Allows Manual Phone Searches at Airports

The case involved Chinwendu Alisigwe, a lawful permanent resident stopped twice at John F Kennedy International Airport in New York.

Online radicalisation case: NIA files chargesheet against 9 accused

Barcelonas Joan Garcia Ruled Out for Sevilla Match Due to Knee Injury

Barcelona goalkeeper Joan Garcia will miss the upcoming match against Sevilla due to a knee injury sustained in a recent game. Barcelonas Joan Ga

South African High Commission official visits Andhra University

Odisha Posts Newly Promoted IAS Officers in Panchayati Raj, Forests and Labour

Odisha government issues notification dated 18 September 2026 posting newly promoted IAS officers including Surya Narayan Dash and Soudamini Seth

CBI Case Against Reliance Capital, Anil Ambani Over LIC Investment 'Fraud'

The FIR was registered on the basis of a written complaint received from the LIC against RCAP, Ambani, Seth, unidentified public servants and oth

AU distance education admission deadline extended

BioMed Bharat 2026: MP calls upon youth to drive MedTech innovation

Petroleum Traders Seek Security at AP Fuel Stations

The delegation cited incidents of attacks, threats and intimidation against fuel station personnel.

In 1968, Dom DeLuise bought a Pacific Palisades ranch for $103,000; 53 years later, the family property sold for $6.49 million after decades of staying with his family there

Late actor and comedian Dom DeLuise purchased a roughly third-acre Pacific Palisades property in 1968 for $103,000 and lived there until his deat

Tirupati: Lord Malayappa Taken Out on Kalpavriksha, Sarva Bhoopala Vahanams

Thousands of devotees thronged the mada streets of Tirumala on Friday to witness the procession of Lord Malayappa Swamy.

Cooling the Earth, Awakening the Soul

Ozone Protection and the Spiritual Call for Sustainability By Prof. (Dr.) Jayadeba Sahoo Om Dyauh Shaantih Antarikssam Shaantih Prthivii Shaant

Mamata Banerjee Challenges Election Commissions Decision in Supreme Court Over TMC Symbol Freeze

Mamata Banerjee contests Election Commissions freeze on TMCs name and symbol, seeking legal redress in the Supreme Court. Mamata Banerjee Challen

Who is Howard Buffett, Berkshire Hathaways next chairman?

The 71-year-old has spent 33 years on Berkshires board and is expected to focus on preserving its distinctive corporate culture.

MDR reset: Flat 5 UPI fee on the table for capital-market transactions

Proposal needs Sebi representation, followed by RBI, govt nod

Asian Games: Karate team leaves without coaches; equestrian riders caught in accred maze

For the karate contingent, reigning Asian champion Alisha Choudharys repeated pleas to sports authorities and Indian Olympic Association (IOA) of

Nursing staff slam Tamil Nadu governments insistance on contractual recruitment

According to nurses association, nursing posts were filled in the past through the Medical Services Recruitment Board, following reservations. Th

Day 1 sales of iPhone 18 Pro 15-28% higher than 17 Pro, shows data

Preliminary market estimates show day-one demand for the iPhone 18 Pro series up 15-28% in India, with the new burgundy shade replacing last year

Kasturirangan Report: DKS Seeks Ground-Level Inputs Before Centres Deadline

The representatives said local people were not against forest conservation but wanted the concerns of forest-dwelling communities to be taken int

Energy sourcing based on national interest: MEA on purchase of Russian oil

India's energy sourcing decisions prioritize national interest for its vast population. The nation continues to acquire energy from diversified g

DC Edit | Noel Concerns Legitimate, Tatas Must Resolve Them

Leadership clash raises questions over Tata Sons unique ownership structure

ED Notice to Ex-Minister Ambati Rambabu in Liquor Case

He alleged that the notice was part of a political vendetta by Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu, Union minister Pemmasani Chandrasekhar and mi

Psychology says employees who call in sick even when they really need personal leave may be responding to a workplace trust problem

Employees are often conscious of how their managers interpret their choices at work. When asking for time off for a wedding, family obligation, p

Mediation awareness programme held

Union Minister Bhupender Yadav Reviews Air Quality Action Plan for Delhi-NCR with UP CM Yogi Adityanath

Union Minister Bhupender Yadav and UP CM Yogi Adityanath discuss measures to improve air quality in Delhi-NCR ahead of winter. Union Minister Bhu

Gandhi, Temple, War Memorial And A Bus Ride: DKS Takes Cabinet On A City Tour

Chief Minister DK Shivakumar and several ministers travelled from the War Memorial near the Circuit House to Praja Soudha in an open-top Ambari b

UoH Gets Patent for Multipurpose Womens Health Formulation

Patent covers curcuminantiretroviral blend offering infection prevention, inflammation control and contraception in one application.