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3 Day MPC Meet Begins Today, Status Quo On Rates Expected

The stability in Indias 10-year government bond yield at around 6.7 per cent also indicates that bond traders are not pricing in an immediate cha

CS Reviews Arrangements for I-Day Celebrations at Golconda Fort

CS Sanjay Jaju reviewed preparations for the Independence Day celebrations at Golconda Fort, directing departments to ensure smooth and secure ar

SC weighs release of TMC funds for daily expenses

The Supreme Court asked the Enforcement Directorate for a response on releasing funds. A limited amount from the TMC's frozen bank accounts could

Trouble for Punjab Congress mounts as Channi on Warring path

Punjab Congress faces internal strife as Charanjit Singh Channi supporters protest party meetings. Supporters demand Channi be declared chief min

AP Seeks Report on Suspicious Death of Tigers in NSTR

Principal secretary to environment and forests, Kantilal Dande, issued GO-Rt-91 here on Monday to this effect.

Chelsea lands veteran Jordan Henderson on 2-year deal after Brentford exit

The 36-year-old Henderson is Chelseas oldest signing since BlueCo took over the club in 2022

Michigan cyclosporiasis outbreak leaves 2 dead and more than 11,000 sick: What to know about the parasite, lettuce fears and the food safety concerns now emerging

Michigan cyclosporiasis outbreak: The recent cyclosporiasis outbreak in Michigan has resulted in its first two fatalities, sparking concern among

India, Uzbekistan should double bilateral trade in three years, says Piyush Goyal

Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal urged India and Uzbekistan to double bilateral trade from the current $1.5 billion within three years

TSCHE Releases DOST 2026 Special Drive, Intra-College Phase Schedule

The Telangana Council of Higher Education has announced the DOST 2026 special drive and intra-college phase schedule, with registration for the s

Prashant Kishor jolts BJP, ends three-decade hold in Bankipur; Congress retains Datia seat

BJP faced a setback in Bihar's Bankipur bypoll, losing a stronghold to Jan Suraaj founder Prashant Kishor, who secured his first electoral victor

Tamil Nadu moves SC against Karnataka over Cauvery water release

Tamil Nadu has approached the Supreme Court seeking directions against Karnataka. Karnataka failed to release Cauvery water as ordered by the CWM

Trace Indian seafarers hit by drone near Ukraine: SC to MEA

The Supreme Court ordered immediate steps to find Indian seafarers after a drone attack. Indian Embassies in Ukraine and Romania will gather cruc

Draft Electoral Rolls May Trigger Crore Notices

Legal experts cautioned that even if names get published in draft rolls, there always remains a chance that votes may get deleted.

Prashant Kishor: the man who ended BJPs 30-year winning run Bankipur

Celebrations erupted at the Jan Suraaj Party headquarters and the counting centre in Patna after party founder Prashant Kishor registered a decis

AP Health Department Reports Job Racket to CID

Unemployed youths duped with fake appointment letters

KTR Slams Revanth as Criminal Waste Foisted on State by Cong

BRS working president K.T. Rama Rao demanded an apology from Rahul Gandhi and Chief Minister Revanth Reddy, accusing the Congress of insulting Te

I faced many challenges....: Weightlifter Mirabai Chanu after hat-trick of CWG gold medals

Speaking to ANI, Mirabai said that leading upto CWG 2026, she faced a lot of issues due to injuries, weight management and training and having ov

West Indies bowled out for 344 in 2nd test against Pakistan

Justin Greaves top-scored with 73 and captain Roston Chase made a defiant 70 as West Indies achieved a creditable total on a wicket already showi

Museum To Honour Telanganas Tribal Heroes

Hyderabad Museum will preserve the legacy of tribal heroes and Telanganas resistance movements.

Locals Stage Dharna at Yadadri Thermal Plant Over Unfulfilled Promises

Residents who lost land for the Yadadri Thermal Power Plant protested at the plant gate, demanding jobs and implementation of assurances made dur

SC to frame protocol on pellet gun use against protesters

The Supreme Court will establish a comprehensive protocol for pellet gun usage. Delhi and other states can withdraw FIRs against student protesto

Engineer Arrested for Purchasing Leaked Exam Paper in Rajasthan for 25 Lakh

Jaipur, August 4: The Rajasthan Special Operations Group (SOG) has arrested Atul Meena, a 31-year-old assistant engineer in the Water Resources D

Flood Victims Return Home as Godavari Floods Recede; Restoration Intensified

They faced a hard task of clearing thick layers of mud and salvaging damaged household belongings.

Farmers Protest in Eluru, Seek Water for Krishna Delta Fields

Farmers under the Krishna Delta ayacut staged a protest in Eluru, demanding immediate release of irrigation water through the Pattiseema Lift Irr

Four Drug Traffickers Arrested in Mizoram, Over 8.54 Crore Worth of Narcotics Seized

Aizawl, August 3: In a series of anti-drug operations in Mizoram, security forces have arrested four drug traffickers, including a Myanmar nation

Four Drug Traffickers Arrested in Mizoram, Narcotics Worth 8.54 Crore Seized

Aizawl, August 3: In a significant crackdown on drug trafficking, security forces in Mizoram have arrested four individuals, including a Myanmar

Proverb of the day by Leo Buscaglia, 'Your talent is God's gift to you. What you do with it is your gift back to God' offers timeless wisdom on purpose and true meaning of work, career, success, discipline, perseverance, personal growth, ambition, productivity

Proverb of the day by Leo Buscaglia encourages a simple but powerful reflection: every person has something valuable to offer. The form of that g

SC summons top Arunachal officials to explain non-cooperation with CBI probe

The case involves allegations that Chief Minister Pema Khandu favoured firms linked to his family members in the award of government contracts ov

Showers Cool State, Hyderabad Slows in Evening Rain

Police advised motorists to avoid waterlogged roads and unnecessary travel as rain was expected to continue into the night.

TSLPRB Okays 1604 RTC Driver, Shramik Posts

The recruitment, notified on September 17, 2025, covered 1,000 Driver and 743 Shramik posts. The board selected 894 candidates for Driver posts a

Quote of the Day by Julius Caesar: When beggars die, there are no comets seen; the heavens themselves blaze forth the death of princes The powerful meaning behind this timeless quote about death, power and destiny

Explore the powerful meaning behind the Quote of the Day by Julius Caesar, When beggars die, there are no comets seen; the heavens themselves bla

Heavy Rains Revive Crops, Inundate Fields in Parts of Adilabad

While recent rains revived drought-hit crops across the erstwhile Adilabad district, floodwaters from the Pranahita and Penganga rivers submerged

Local held with anti-India posters, grenade in Kashmirs Pulwama: officials

The posters described August 15 and August 5, the day the Centre ended J&Ks special status, as black day, while August 14, Pakistans Independence

BLF Claims Major Offensive Against Pakistani Military in Balochistan

Quetta, August 3: The Balochistan Liberation Front (BLF) has claimed responsibility for killing 97 Pakistani soldiers and five alleged informants

Congress Cadres Rush to Prove Performance in SIR

According to party sources, the Congress, which has engaged most cadres on ground to ensure voters fill enumeration forms, will take a call on of

Trump says Iran talks under way, calls them 'last chance' to reach deal

President Trump stated that talks with Iran are currently underway at Tehran's request. These discussions represent Iran's final opportunity to s

Rain for AP After Monsoon Period: IMD

Director of Cyclone Warning Centre, PLN Murthy, said a strong El Nino factor was depriving the monsoon systems in Bay of Bengal both in west cent

AIADMK leaders want Dhinakaran, Sasikala brought back into the party

Unity within the party was mandatory, especially, in the present day context, they say while refusing to accept the new party posts given to them

Telangana Intermediate Education Dept Holds Orientation on Samagra Shiksha Grants, POSH Act

According to the directorate, Samagra Shiksha has sanctioned 24.84 crore as composite school grants for 418 Government Junior Colleges, 20 crore

Man held for allegedly luring woman with acting offer, extorting cash and jewellery in Vadapalani

Jagadguru Kripalu University: A Fusion of Modern Education and Indian Values in Odisha

Bhubaneswar, August 3: Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi announced on Monday that the inauguration of Jagadguru Kripalu University in Banr

IAF Chief begins three-day visit to Vietnam to boost defence cooperation

The two sides explored new avenues to enhance collaboration, particularly in the air domain, as part of efforts to further strengthen the existin

Three held for operating mule accounts in 52-lakh cyber fraud case

Father of juvenile who performed car stunts arrested in Puducherry

A friend of the juvenile who had captured the minor performing stunts on camera in the car was also arrested

GHMC Conducts Communicable Disease Awareness Drive at Abids Girls School

The programme at the Mahbubia Government Girls High School, Abids, was aimed to educate students on the prevention of communicable diseases.

Chennai District Green Committee to decide on removal of a tree species from city roads

Weather Forecast and Prayer Timings on Tuesday, August 4, 2026

Generally cloudy sky. Light Rain/Drizzle conditions very likely to prevail during morning hours. Maximum and minimum temperatures are likely to b

Top 100 property tax defaulters owe 31.39 crore to Chennai Corporation

In 2009, scientists revealed the world's most annoying insect, mosquito, turned out to have a romantic side

Mosquitoes engage in a captivating courtship ritual, producing harmonious melodies through the rhythm of their wing beats. This phenomenon was ob

Computer science, ECE still the most preferred subjects after first round of TNEA 2026 counselling

Electrical and electronics engineering, although way down the pecking order, did manage to register a gentle upward swing in the number of seats

BJP Acknowledges Election Results, Focuses on Self-Reflection After By-Elections

New Delhi, August 3: Following the results of by-elections in three states, Nitin Naveen, the National President of the Bharatiya Janata Party (B

Four supporters of MLA arrested for assaulting journalist in Puducherry

The reporter, while taking a video of an argument, was assaulted on his head and neck

More than 300 students of government schools participate in football coaching under CKL programme

Lok Satta leaders oppose proposal to set up RRB in Amaravati

34-year-old man killed after being hit by train

Sri Aurobindo Society to hold conclave on preserving Siddha traditions of Puducherry

The conclave will bring together religious leaders, Siddha practitioners, heritage experts, policymakers, researchers, and representatives of aca

In 2009, a Navy veteran's low-cost invention helped thousands get glasses in places without eye doctors

USee Vision Kit: Retired US Navy and Marine Corps officer, Kevin White, has pioneered a vision testing system aimed at providing affordable presc

ABVP Protest Over Fee Reimbursement Turns Tense; 26 Activists Detained

Tension erupted at the Warangal Collectorate after ABVP activists protested over pending fee reimbursement dues, with police detaining 26 protest

DC Edit | Beyond Commonwealth Medal Count

India finished fourth behind Australia, England and Canada with 39 medals (13 gold, 17 silver and nine bronze). On paper, that appears to be a st

Jipmer observes World Breastfeeding Week

The theme for WBW 2026 is Breastfeeding for a Sustainable Start in Life: Strengthen What Works.

Samyukt Kisan Morcha to meet all MPs, Ministers to campaign against trade pacts

The SKM maintains that such treaties are not in the interest of agricultural producers and farm workers in the country

Search continues for two missing in Kannur

Holiday declared in Kannur

Jo Adell lands with Guardians as Cleveland makes bold deadline move

The Cleveland Guardians have acquired outfielder Jo Adell from the Los Angeles Angels. This move aims to boost the Guardians' offensive power for

Regret casting vote against a Trump pick: Kaine reflects on opposing ex-CDC Chief Susan Monarez

Holiday declared in Malappuram

This isnt a hypothetical question: Hassan clashes with CDC nominee over flu vaccines

Kerala rains: heavy rain continues to batter district

A total of 964 people from 365 families remain in 32 relief camps in Kozhikode as heavy rain continues and schools remain shut for a second day;

Floods Ravage Lowlands as Uplands Face Water Scarcity in Undivided Warangal

While Godavari floods inundated agency areas, deficient rainfall left upland regions of the undivided Warangal district grappling with water scar

Nonagenarian Seeks Collectors Intervention in Family Property Dispute

Citing her advanced age, health issues and lack of support, Padmavathamma appealed to the district administration to restore her share in accorda

Gujarat Reports 22 Child Deaths Due to Chandipura Virus, 35 Cases Confirmed

Gandhinagar, August 3: Gujarat has reported 22 child fatalities linked to the Chandipura virus. Out of 184 suspected cases, 35 have been confirme

Trump-backed board says Israeli withdrawal from Gaza only after 'complete' Hamas disarmament

The US Board of Peace stated an Israeli withdrawal from Gaza requires Hamas's complete disarmament. This condition follows a meeting between the

Jindal Stainless Q1 net profit rises 7.6% to 769 crore

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Godavari Level Recedes; 8.90 Lakh Cusecs Discharged Into Sea

Officials said the flood situation was improving as inflows into the Godavari continued to decrease.

Sriram Venkitaraman got exemptions that even P.T. Chacko did not get: Muraleedharan

The IAS officer is accused in the death of K.M. Basheer, the Thiruvananthapuram bureau chief ofMalayalam daily Siraj , in 2019

Vizag plans to convert 35 junctions into halt-free corridors by October

The project design takes inspiration from highly efficient urban transport models successfully utilised in Japan and several other East Asian nat

'Let him answer!': Chairman Brian Mast shuts down Democrats | Mike Waltz hearing spirals into chaos

FSSAI suspends water firm's licence, bans sale of dietary supplement

LG Manoj Sinha Advocates Nature-Based Solutions to Combat Climate Change in Jammu and Kashmir

Srinagar, August 3: The Lieutenant Governor of Jammu and Kashmir, Manoj Sinha, emphasized the need for nature-based solutions to enhance climate

BJP Flags Resource Exploitation in Rayalaseema, Seeks Long-Term Development Roadmap

Addressing the Rising Rayalaseema programme at Rayalaseema University in Kurnool, Madhav said that despite the region producing several chief min

Trump expected to attend event with mining execs amid critical minerals push

President Trump will attend a roundtable with mining executives on Friday. This event aims to expand domestic and allied critical mineral supplie

Delhi HC seeks NIAs stand on appeals by separatist leader Aasiya Andrabi, two others

Andrabi, chief of the banned all-womens organisation Dukhtaran-e-Millat, and her close aides, Nahida Nasreen and Sofi Fehmeeda, were convicted by

Adivasis Protest Assault by Forest Officials; Seek Action Against FRO

Tribal groups demand action after youths allege assault during detention by forest officials.

BJP Rajya Sabha MP Krishnaiah Demands Release of 8,000 Crore Arrears of Fee Reimbursement

Krishnaiah also condemned the reported move to close 23,000 government schools and merge or shut down gurukulas, calling it part of a larger cons

Rejig Triggers Unease In Punjab BJP, Old Guard Pushes Back

While both incidents stem from different issues, they underscore a common grievance increasingly being voiced within the Punjab BJP -- long-servi

Talking cars coming from 2028: How V2V communication will change driving in India

Vehicles will soon exchange real-time data like speed and position. This communication aims to provide advance warnings for critical safety situa

Old Delhi 6 Triumphs Over West Delhi Lions in High-Scoring Clash; Central Delhi Kings Continue Winning Streak

New Delhi, August 3: In the Delhi Premier League 2026, both Old Delhi and Central Delhi Kings secured victories in their respective matches on Mo

679th Foundation Day of Bahmani Empire observed in Kalaburagi

The 679th Foundation Day of the Bahmani Empire was observed at the tomb of Alauddin Hasan Bahman Shah, the founder and first ruler of the Sultana

Police seize ganja on train in Salem