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Rajasthan Urban Local Body Elections: State Election Commission Holds Meeting with Political Parties

Jaipur, August 21: A meeting was held on Friday at the state election commissions conference room in the government secretariat, chaired by Rajas

India, U.K. review defence ties, focus on R&D and industrial cooperation

Both countries agree to expand exchanges between their armed forces through joint exercises, training and capacity building initiatives

What's in a name? Why naming storms, military operations and medical maladies matters

Tropical cyclones receive names to quickly communicate warnings and enhance public preparedness. Military operations also use names to differenti

Hyderabad Car Accident: Police Defends Decision Not to Arrest MPs Son

Hyderabad, August 21: A tragic road accident in Hyderabad has resulted in the death of a young woman. Questions have arisen regarding the decisio

3rd-year nursing student found hanging at Sir Ganga Ram Hospital hostel in Delhi

rdyear nursing student found hanging at Sir Ganga Ram Hospital hostel in Delhi

Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine to Go Cashless in Counting Room: Machines to Replace Manual Counting in 15 Days

The Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board is set to replace manual counting of devotees' cash offerings with cash recycler machines at the shrine i

'Once Predicted No One Would Hold Tricolour in J&K, Today It Flies High': LG Sinha Takes Swipe at Mehbooba

Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha took an apparent swipe at former Chief Minister Mehbooba Mufti over her past remarks on the Tri

Russian drones hit Kryvyi Rih mall, kill six in double-tap strike

Russian drones hit Kryvyi Rih mall kill six in doubletap strike

Deputy Director General of NCC Directorate visits Madurai for administrative inspection

Heavy Rains Disrupt Life in Rewa, Madhya Pradesh; Relief Camps Established

Rewa, August 21: Continuous heavy rainfall over the past three days in Rewa district, Madhya Pradesh, has severely disrupted daily life. The admi

Cong. stance on Vande Mataram a very serious issue, says Rajnath

Any law passed by Parliament is binding on every individual, says Defence Minister

Hyderabad: Pedestrian check reveals man with 30 gm brown sugar

Hyderabad: The Excise and Prohibition Department officials seized 30.5 grams of brown sugar from a 28-year-old man during vehicle and pedestrian

Paes applies to join AITAs roster of SOM

In 1990s, Samoa released a predatory flatworm as a weapon against giant African land snails. 49 years later, the predator has outlived its original target-control mission and threatens native snails instead

The introduction of the predatory flatworm, Platydemus manokwari, to Samoa aimed to tackle the invasive giant African snails. However, this new p

In 2017, billionaire couple gave $165 million to save 24,000 acres of California coastline. It was the biggest donation in the history of Nature Conservancy

In 2017, technology billionaires Jack and Laura Dangermond donated $165 million to The Nature Conservancy to help protect 24,364 acres of Califor

Speeding vehicle on Natham-Madurai NH hits two-wheeler, 2 including a differently abled person killed on the spot

Rahuls street politics signals a new Opposition playbook

Mr. Gandhi appears to be seeking consistency in his politics and, in the process, addressing a criticism that he is an inconsistent politician.

Dua Lipa Reveals Her Summer Rituals Amidst Island Getaway

Los Angeles, August 21: Singer-songwriter Dua Lipa is enjoying a blissful vacation on her favorite island. On Friday, she shared numerous photos

Trump administration starts process to transfer $725 million to UN

The proposed payment could ease immediate pressure on the cash-strapped global body, which has warned of severe funding constraints and cuts.

Bengaluru airport UDF falls, but new projects will add to passenger charges

The air services tariff regulator Aera has cut Bengaluru airport's user development fee sharply and introduced a first-ever charge on arriving pa

What Sergio Gor's maiden Ladakh visit reveals: The meeting that didn't happen

What Sergio Gors maiden Ladakh visit reveals The meeting that didnt happen

Amfi announces initiatives to deepen mutual fund penetration

Amfi will conduct workshops and awareness programmes targeting women, first-time investors and underserved communities, while training 10,000 mut

North Delhi Strikers Triumph Over East Delhi Riders in Womens DPL 2026 Opener

New Delhi, August 21: The North Delhi Strikers kicked off the Womens Delhi Premier League (DPL) 2026 with an impressive victory. On Friday, the t

In June 2026, Spain revealed a rare-earth deposit capable of meeting 33% of Europes needs. Now, the find could challenge Chinas grip on critical minerals and strengthen continents push for mineral independence

A rare-earth deposit identified in Campo de Montiel, central Spain, could become an important source of materials for Europes electric vehicles,

Book Brahma fest opens with conversation between languages

On the first day of Book Brahma Literature Festival, panellists has a session titled Linguistic Hegemony: Indian Languages and the Federal Imagin

Onam transcends caste, creed and religion, says Keralam Governor

Arlekar says the traditional attire, the grand Onasadhya and the spirit of dynamic togetherness make Onam truly unforgettable

JD Vance LIVE | VP torches Bidenomics as Trump team eyes midterms 2026

Tamil Nadu lays out Vision 2031 with focus on green energy and charging infrastructure

Expanding the electric vehicle charging infrastructure, enhancing rooftop solar support, and reducing aggregate technical and commercial losses t

Once a cinema landmark, now reduced to nothing

Production-linked punishment era once held back Indian industry: PM Modi at ET WLF 2026

China Emerges as a Major Global Market for Goods

Beijing, August 21: In the first seven months of this year, Chinas vast market has continued to showcase its strong demand and capacity for absor

The New Security Map of Bharat: From Two-and-a-Half to Four Fronts

Colonel (Dr.) Dev Anand Lohamaror There was a time when Bharats national-security discourse was dominated by the concept of the two-and-a-half-fr

Centre takes historic decision to bring Mangaluru under SWR, says V. Somanna

Paramakudi DSP suspended on harassment charge

Placing aluminium foil in your vegetable drawer: How this simple kitchen hack works, its benefits and the right way to use to keep it clean, dry and free from sticky residue

Using aluminium foil to line your refrigerator's vegetable drawer makes cleanup a breeze. This simple hack creates a barrier that traps spills an

India from a Colonial Slave towards a Super Power

Puran Chand Sharma We love our freedom obtained in consequence of monumental sacrifices of our brave and loyal young heroes, revolutionaries and

Strong India alone can give stability to the world: PM Narendra Modi at ET WLF 2026 | Full speech

Washing Machine Buying Guide: Thinking of buying a washing machine? Learn about the best options under 25,000.

Washing Machine Buying Guide: If your budget is around 25,000, there are many good washing machine options available within this price range. The

Jharkhand may witness a more complicated students

September 15 may witness another milestone in High Court By Dr. Gyan Pathak Jharkhand has just witnessed a multi group agitation of students, whi

EAGLE Force seizes Rs 6 cr assets in interstate drug racket

Hyderabad: The Telangana EAGLE Force has forfeited movable and immovable properties with an estimated prevailing market value of Rs 6 crore, alle

Our door is open: Mike Rogers courts Michigan Democrats in Senate bid against El-Sayed

Metas legal battle that could reshape Facebook and Instagram

Bangladesh may be veering round to joining Makkah Pact

India careful not to give propaganda tool to Dhaka, Ankara By Asad Mirza Words matter in diplomacy, and Bangladeshs foreign affairs adviser Hum

Xi Jinping Congratulates Hakainde Hichilema on His Re-election as Zambias President

Beijing, August 21: Chinese President Xi Jinping sent a message on August 20 congratulating Hakainde Hichilema on his re-election as President of

Kerala High Court issues notice to VACB Director on petition against DGP

Petition filed by an assistant motor vehicles inspector says that S. Sreejith engaged in systematic corruption, including the formation of an uno

BJP terms Rahuls sit-in a bid to divert attention from Vande Mataram row

J.P. Nadda questions the timing of the sit-in, says the Congress leaders dharna, despite the Supreme Courts decision to constitute a high-powered

Since 2012, Stanford researchers linked 2 sensor technologies to record hurricane forces near the sea surface. Now, the new data stream could help forecast storm intensity before hurricanes make landfall

Hurricane forecasting may soon get help from an unlikely place: earthquake sensors. Stanford researchers found that seismometers can detect tiny

Tintin or Asterix? Two ways of seeing the world through comic-book genius

Tintin makes us curious. Asterix makes us irreverent. Tintin tells us to discover the world. Asterix reminds us not to take its powerful people t

Telangana HC Allows Enrolment of Law Graduates As Advocates

The division bench stayed the operation of a single judges interim order that had put the process on hold till August 31

'Main Mami Se Baat Karungi': Arti Singh on Govinda-Sunita Ahuja divorce buzz

Arti Singh recently spoke about the ongoing marital struggles between Govinda and Sunita Ahuja, emphasizing that family matters should remain pri

Andhra Pradesh: Power Generation For AP Likely To Start From Nagarjuna Sagar RMC Power House

Once the level reaches the required 535 feet in the Nagarjuna Sagar project to generate power: Reports

Despite Periyars success in bringing about social justice, lot more needs to be done: K. Veeramani

Data check: Indias gender gap in private education defies caste and class

Caste and money both shape who gets private schooling and private tuition; the gender gap moves with neither, nor with how far a child has got th

Varalakshmi Vratham Blends Rituals With Community Singing

Traditional rituals, group singing and festive gatherings mark the auspicious Friday

The Hindu impact: Garbage spot cleared near government school in J.C. Nagar

Political Turmoil Escalates Over Vande Mataram Dispute

New Delhi, August 21: The political controversy surrounding Vande Mataram has intensified. In Mumbai, BJP MLA Sanjay Upadhyay accused Congress of

Chinas Change-7 lunar mission to search for water at Moons south pole

The mission will test advanced robotic technologies while gathering data that could shape Chinas plans for a permanent lunar research outpost

Bangladesh undecided on Tarique Rahman India visit as Hasina extradition hangs

Bangladesh undecided on Tarique Rahman India visit as Hasina extradition hangs

Shah: Chicken's Neck Now Under Triangular Grid

Mr Shah, who landed at Bagdogra Airport on Friday night on a visit, said in his speech, The Narendra Modi government has recognised the importanc

Revanth invites Oxford to offer education programmes in Telangana

Jharkhand Exam Protesters Clash With Police During CM Effigy Burning Bid

They gathered in large number at the prominent Albert Chowk to burn effigies of CM Soren and Rahul Gandhi. When the police tried to control them,

Amit Shah: Citizenship to Bangladesh-origin refugees in six months

OpenAI will monitor AI misuse without looking at the data; learn how?

OpenAI's new system will help identify patterns in user conversations without seeing the actual content, which could point to misuse of AI.OpenAI

Govt working on amendments to Actuary Act, 2006: DFS official

The Department of Financial Services is working with the Institute of Actuaries of India to amend the Actuary Act, 2006, a senior Finance Ministr

West Bengal Government Orders Reverification of Birth Certificates Issued from 2021 to 2026

Kolkata, August 21: The West Bengal government has issued a notification mandating the reverification of birth certificates released between 2021

Verdict On Petitions Challenging Speaker's Decision On Disqualification of Danam Nagender Reserved

The petitioners submitted that Nagenders decision to contest the Secunderabad Lok Sabha election on a Congress ticket, coupled with his alleged p

'You need to suffer': HC denies relief to Thane eatery

The Bombay high court has taken a firm stance against a Thane restaurant, denying relief and criticising it for serving banned analogue paneer, u

Iran warns of devastating response as US plans toughest sanctions

Washingtons planned measures come as tensions threaten shipping routes, crude supplies and diplomatic efforts to end the conflict involving Tehra

22 Indians on hijacked ships near Yemen and Somalia, government says all safe

The Indian Embassy has raised the issue of 22 Indian sailors involved in the hijacking of two commercial vessels near Yemen and Somalia with the

MP High Court Steps In As Elite Govt School Fights Playground Encroachment

The petition alleged that a cricket stadium was established in the school playground without taking permission: Reports

Govt. working on additional subsidy scheme for polysilicon manufacturing: Official

The MNRE Secretary stated that India would require 30 GW of polysilicon manufacturing capacity addition to secure its energy needs and ensure man

Schools, colleges asked to report cognisable offences to police immediately

Wont tolerate anti-American activities: Rubio slaps new sanctions on Cubas mining sector

Bullet Nani and other Badass Indian Grandmas: Nanis beyond the stereotypes

The first generation of women of independent India carried within them important fragments of our history

UAE and Thailand Announce Teams for Womens Asia Cup 2026, Esha Ojha to Lead UAE Squad

Dubai, August 21: The UAE has announced its 15-member squad for the Womens Asia Cup 2026, set to take place at the Dubai International Cricket St

Current regulations worse than 1991, no Manmohan Singh to pull us out: Chidambaram

Current regulations worse than no Manmohan Singh to pull us out Chidambaram

In 1961, two Wisconsin fishing buddies vanished without a trace but now the mystery of their haunting disappearance has been solved

In 1961, two Wisconsin fishing buddies vanished without a trace but now the mystery of their haunting disappearance has been solved. Ronald Wick,

Rahul Gandhi stages dharna at Delhi police station.

Jadavpur University files case over alleged campus arson and vandalism

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Texas used towering wind turbines as accidental frost fans based on a 2019 NASA observation; the result warmed ground temperatures 47F on winter nights

Peach growers use large fans to pull warmer air down onto their trees during freezing nights. These fans mix warmer air from higher altitudes wit

Farakka Treaty Shouldn't Be Renewed in Bihar's Interest: JD-U's Sanjay Jha

I am not doing any politics on this, but if you look at the old records of that time, some people were raising this issue that this Ganga water t

AP Calls for Rs 221.67 Crore Tenders to Build Hospitals, Medical Colleges

Projects include AYUSH hospitals, medical colleges and expansion of a community health centre

Rahul Gandhi Strengthens Opposition Strategy Ahead of Elections

New Delhi, August 21: Congress leader and Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, is currently adopting an aggressive stance on

Amid Resource Weaponisation, World Sees India As A Bright Spot Of Growth & Hope: PM Modi

MacKenzie Scott donated two Beverly Hills homes she bought with ex-husband Jeff Bezos; the $55 million gift helped fund affordable housing in Los Angeles

In a remarkable act of philanthropy, billionaire MacKenzie Scott donated two luxurious Beverly Hills residences worth $55 million to the Californ

A fragile climb: India's trekking push faces test of safety, sustainability

Nirmal Purja's icy death has rekindled questions about safety, overcrowding and tourism in the mountains

Market Tales: Abandoned midway, redevelopment of Jayanagar market hangs in a balance

Bangalore Development Authority, which was tasked with the job, developed one of the proposed four towers, stalled the project midway and returne

Nirmala Sitharaman orders early completion of Kosi dam DPR

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Pakistan move to bottom of WTC points table after shambolic defeat to England - Check full table

England, under new captain Joe Root, secured a dominant innings-and-103-run victory over Pakistan in the first Test at Headingley. Despite this,

India calls for stronger global tech collaboration at BRICS meet

Union Minister of State for Science and Technology Jitendra Singh says India has chosen Building for Resilience, Innovation, Cooperation and Sust