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Pope Leo renews calls for end to violence against Palestinians

Pope Leo XIV, head of the Catholic Church and sovereign of Vatican City, on Sunday, August 16, called for an end to violence against Palestinians

Lizard in birthday cake sends 11 to hospital in Maharashtra

Palghar: As many as 11 people, among them seven children, were hospitalised due to suspected food poisoning after eating a birthday cake that all

Over 5.35 Lakh Children Reported Missing Across India in Four Years, 3.46 Lakh Traced

More than 5.35 lakh children were reported missing across India between 2021 and 2024, of whom 3.46 lakh were traced while nearly 1.89 lakh remai

46,491 and Counting: J&K's Drug Addiction Cases Explode Ninefold in Five Years, Govt Data Reveals

Government data tabled in the Rajya Sabha reveals that the number of people treated for drug addiction in Jammu and Kashmir surged nearly ninefol

Army Dog Tyson's Heroics in Kishtwar Encounter Earn Presidential Honour

Army assault dog Tyson, a German Shepherd attached to 2 Para Special Forces, has been honoured with a Mention-in-Dispatches for displaying except

Harry Maguire Supports Marcus Rashfords Stay at Manchester United

Manchester, August 16: Manchester United defender Harry Maguire has expressed his desire for Marcus Rashford to remain at Old Trafford. He believ

Former CMC director attends At Home reception at Rashtrapati Bhavan

Shera Energy eyes 25-30% revenue growth in FY27; bets on new products, capacity expansion

In FY26 Shera Energy reported an annual turnover of 1,640 crore

Bangladesh says India should create 'conducive environment' for PM Rahman's visit, why is Dhaka worried?

Ahead of his likely visit to India, Bangladesh on Sunday said it wants New Delhi needs to create a conducive environment for Prime Minister Tariq

Keltron receives self-certification rights for three defence products

The products are an electromagnetic log used for measuring a ships speed, an echosounder used for measuring the depth below a ships keel and an u

CPI(M) stages Black Day protest over closure of Vizag airport

Bengal CM denies BJP's role in 'assault' of CJP volunteer, his father's death

CJP volunteer Shaik Abdul Hafeez and his family were allegedly attacked on August 13 after they visited a government school as part of the party'

Over 50% of DDAs 1,218 Flats Sold on First Day of Kamjivi Housing Scheme

New Delhi, August 16: The Delhi Development Authority (DDA) has received an overwhelming response to its Kamjivi Housing Scheme 2026. More than h

TG BJP banks on graduate voter base

BRS MLAs flay CMs claims, comments made in Sangareddy

Harish Rao says hes ready for an open debate with CM on govt. schemes

BRS MLAs flay CMs claims, comments made in Sangareddy

Harish Rao says hes ready for an open debate with CM on govt. schemes

Cabinet Minister Manoj Pandey Criticizes Akhilesh Yadav for Political Insensitivity

Raebareli, August 16: Uttar Pradesh Cabinet Minister Manoj Pandey has criticized Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav for paying tribute to Rani

Employees flag poor implementation of well-being policy at workplaces: Report

While 21% of respondents said well-being is embedded in their everyday work culture, 42% felt good policies exist, but execution varies, indicati

Incredible Luck excels

Incredible Luck excels

Delhi: Makeup artist raped twice by man she met on social media

New Delhi: A 22-year-old makeup artist was allegedly raped twice here by a man she befriended on social media after being drugged, police sources

Muthoot FinCorp Q1 profit rises nearly three-fold to 705.48 crore

The gold loan-focused NBFC, which has filed its DRHP with Sebi for a Rs 3,000 crore IPO, doubled its total income to Rs 3,158.83 crore during the

Hyderabad: 6 held for selling idol, stone promising good fortune

Hyderabad: Six people were arrested by Mailardevpally Police on Saturday, August 15, for allegedly trying to sell a statue of a goddess and a sto

Bharath urges public to utilise free medical camp in Kurnool

A free medical camp is being held at Gauri Gopal Hospital on the 16th of every month for the residents of Kurnool constituency to mark the birthd

Bharath urges public to utilise free medical camp in Kurnool

A free medical camp is being held at Gauri Gopal Hospital on the 16th of every month for the residents of Kurnool constituency to mark the birthd

Delhi Government Extends Free Bus Travel for Women Until August 31

New Delhi, August 16: In a significant relief for women commuters, the Delhi government has extended the current paper-based Pink Ticket system f

Telangana BJPs MLC ticket war heats up as familiar fault lines re-emerge

Telangana BJPs MLC ticket war heats up as familiar fault lines re-emerge

Saurav Das says CJP members father died after School Theek Karo attack

Saurav Das says CJP members father died after School Theek Karo attack

Over 2.37 lakh evacuated as Odisha braces for more heavy rain, IMD sounds red alert

Chief Secretary Anu Garg said fresh flooding had affected 5.15 lakh people in 947 villages under 331 gram panchayats across 49 blocks and five ur

Over 2.37 lakh evacuated as Odisha braces for more heavy rain, IMD sounds red alert

Chief Secretary Anu Garg said fresh flooding had affected 5.15 lakh people in 947 villages under 331 gram panchayats across 49 blocks and five ur

In 1956, solar power was priced at about $1,865 per watt and survived largely because spacecraft needed lightweight power. Decades later, prices fell below 50 cents per watt and solar became the cheapest new electricity

Solar power once cost a staggering $1,865 per watt in inflation-adjusted terms. Today, solar panels can cost only a fraction of a dollar per watt

IND vs SL Test Day 2: Padikkal and Jurel consolidate Indias position on rain-hit day

The former makes 167 while the latter holds the lower-order together with a fine fifty as Gills men reach 460 for nine at stumps; Rahul falls soo

Drop proposal to start another law university, Basavaraj Horatti tells CM

He says the State govt.s neglect of the KSLU in Hubballi is again creating a sense of discrimination among the people of North Karnataka

Uttar Pradesh Takes Strong Measures for Road Safety and Zero Fatalities

Lucknow, August 16: The Uttar Pradesh government is intensifying its focus on road safety amid a rising number of vehicles. The administration ha

Not Opposition: Rijiju explains who

New Delhi: Even as PM Narendra Modis dimagi Naxal comment has been a hot topic, facing criticism from the Opposition ever since he used it in his

NTA blunder again: UGC NET Socio, English, Commerce papers hit by errors, retest likely

NTA blunder again UGC NET Socio English Commerce papers hit by errors retest likely

Missed Independence Day? Go to Pakistan: Thrissur school owners remarks spark controversy

Parents question branding of absent students as anti-national; SFI takes out protest march against school management

Melodious concert by vocalist Nandini in Madurai music festival

Melodious concert by vocalist Nandini in Madurai music festival

Vaishali Biyani: How De

Vaishali Biyanis DeDzines explores how discarded tyres can be upcycled into furniture, planters, sculptures and public installations.

Samiti appeals for extension of Yeshwantpur-Mangaluru Junction-Yeshwantpur weekly train to Mangaluru Central

Samiti appeals for extension of Yeshwantpur-Mangaluru Junction-Yeshwantpur weekly train to Mangaluru Central

Bengal CM denies BJP role in attack on CJP volunteer, father

Kolkata: West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari denied any role of Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) workers in the attack on a Cockroach Janta P

Iran offers $30,000 bounty for killing, capturing US soldiers

Iran's army announced a bounty for capturing or killing American soldiers. The reward offered is thirty thousand US dollars for each successful a

Inside David Dhawan's 75th birthday bash with Salman Khan, Varun Dhawan

Inside David Dhawans th birthday bash with Salman Khan Varun Dhawan

Death toll in Zimbabwe ferry capsizing rises to 80: Police

In a tragic incident, eighty bodies have been retrieved from Lake Kariba in Zimbabwe following the capsizing of an overloaded passenger ferry. Th

Major Tax Reforms Needed to Strengthen Capital Markets and Expand Bond Market Access: Report

Mumbai, August 16: A recent report emphasizes the necessity for significant tax reforms in India to strengthen capital markets, enhance access to

Devdutt Padikkal credits clarity and decisive footwork for dream Test hundred

Devdutt Padikkal credits clarity and decisive footwork for dream Test hundred

Are pedestrians dispensable at Millers Road junction?

Metro Rail work has redrawn the junction of Millers Road and Purasawalkam High Road, and in the new scheme of things, traffic regulation rests wi

Are pedestrians dispensable at Millers Road junction?

Metro Rail work has redrawn the junction of Millers Road and Purasawalkam High Road, and in the new scheme of things, traffic regulation rests wi

Vice-chairperson post sparks fresh rift among Congress rebels in Pala

The differences came to light after a section of the dissident councillors demanded that an understanding be reached on the vice-chairpersons pos

Vice-chairperson post sparks fresh rift among Congress rebels in Pala

The differences came to light after a section of the dissident councillors demanded that an understanding be reached on the vice-chairpersons pos

Much more needs to be done to preserve folk arts and take them to the younger generation: MP Kanimozhi

All organisations must follow the law of the land: Karnataka Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar

Uttar Pradesh to train 10,000 Gau Mitras for cow protection

The cow protection drive aims to sensitise the younger generation, particularly Gen Z, while linking cow protection with the rural economy, natur

Security stepped up in Thanjavur and Tiruvarur for Vice-Presidents visit

Over 1,000 police personnel have been mobilised in Thanjavur district and more than 800 personnel have been drafted in Tiruvarur district for sec

Man kills brother over dispute about chicken pakoda in Kadapa

Vande Mataram row: Shah takes 'sin' jibe at Sonia; Cong says 'diverting attention'

Mukesh Khanna Calls for Vande Mataram to Replace National Anthem Jana Gana Mana

Mumbai, August 16: Renowned actor Mukesh Khanna, famous for his role in Shaktimaan, has made a significant statement regarding Indias national an

Ponnam seeks separate OBC/SEBC category in Census 2027

Multi-lingual writers have made significant contribution to Kannada, says writer-critic

They introduce the cultures of both languages and also bring the essence of one to the other, according to Basavaraj Jagajampi

One of Assams sharpest wildlife guard dogs retires

K9 Leon, a Belgian Malinois, assisted in anti-poaching operations across the Kaziranga National Park for almost eight years as a key member of bi

Indian Women hold China to 2-2 draw in their FIH Hockey World Cup 2026 opener

India's women's hockey team began their World Cup campaign with a hard-fought draw. They took an early lead against China, the Olympic silver med

Controversy Surrounds Sonia Gandhi as Congress, TMC, and DMK Rally Support

New Delhi, August 16: Senior Congress leader Sonia Gandhi finds herself at the center of a controversy following an incident during the singing o

18-year-old American teenager spent $450 on an abandoned storage unit and found paintings worth $36,000; his business has now made over $200,000

An enterprising eighteen-year-old American has turned his love for treasure hunting into a thriving business venture. Operating under the name Mi

Govt. approves 49.40 crore action plan for strengthening rural drinking water supply system in Dakshina Kannada

Under the action plan approved, 23.10 crore has been allocated for installing water meters in 61,610 taps in all the gram panchayats of the distr

Bangladesh links Tarique Rahman's Delhi visit to Sheikh Hasina extradition

Bangladesh links Tarique Rahmans Delhi visit to Sheikh Hasina extradition

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He said it was unloaded: 2 screeners recall Varanasi airport accidental firing incident

Two cargo screeners were injured when a passenger's pistol accidentally discharged during security checks. The passenger claimed the weapon was u

GT Bharathi secures WTC licence, plans 7,000-crore integrated township along OMR

Our vision is a self-sustaining live-work-learn destination anchored by the WTC business park, said Arun Bharathi Arunachalam, Managing Director

National flag hoisted in Puducherry to mark De Jure Transfer

The Union Territory observes August 16 every year as De Jure Transfer Day

Utkal Sanskrutika Samaj organises free medical, blood donation camp

Cauvery issue: Protecting farmers interests and upholding law both important, says D.K. Shivakumar

Chief Minister says if we do not follow the law, we may end up in a situation where control of the dam has to be handed over to the Central gover

Telangana to develop 7,448 km rural roads under HAM in first phase

Allegations of Land Grab Against Kolkata Businessman Joy Kamdar

Kolkata, August 16: A new complaint has been filed against Kolkata businessman and real estate promoter Joy Kamdar. Earlier this year, Kamdar was

Child seriously injured after falling from second floor

Got a secret you cant tell anyone? Visit this grave of secrets

A unique art installation in Brooklyn offers a place for visitors to anonymously share their deepest secrets. French artist Sophie Calle created

Gouthu Latchanna remembered on birth anniversary

Talk to hostile foreign media, go to jail: Iran to ban US, Israeli outlets contact

Talk to hostile foreign media go to jail Iran to ban US Israeli outlets contact

Telangana Government Commits to Food Security for Eligible Families: Azharuddin

Hyderabad, August 16: The Minister for Minority Welfare and Public Enterprises in Telangana, Mohammad Azharuddin, announced on Sunday that the st

Revanth inaugurates Mulugu IDOC, promises development push

Says new complex will make government services more accessible to people; also unveils a pylon to launch road works under the Hybrid Annuity Mode

Construction site sealed in Coonoor after activists question lack of building approvals

Pappu Yadav joins student protesters in Bihar, stages hunger strike

Mr. Yadav alleged there were marking inconsistencies in the 70th BPSC exam, frequent question paper leaks, police brutality against protesting st

Metro trains skip two stations for nearly three hours amid heavy crowds during Freedom Habba

Telangana SIR: Draft rolls on Aug 17 after confusion, extensions

Hyderabad: Following the enumeration phase of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in Telangana, the draft publication is sche

Ambedkar-Kalaignar Visiting Fellowship at SOAS takes SCs, STs welfare governance research in T.N. global

The fellowship has been initiated with an objective to bring the Dravidian movements core principles of social justice, self-respect, and federal

Tiruppur Exporters Association website to help buyers connect with exporters, avoid middlemen

The textile town of Tiruppur in Tamil Nadu exports goods worth nearly 45,000 crore.