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Centre pushes States to speed up PNG adoption, seeks district-level officers to drive LPG-to-gas transition

The push for faster adoption of gas piped to households for cooking purposes, called PNG, follows the disruption to India's LPG supply chains dur

Free hand to police to deal with gangsters in West Bengal: Dilip Ghosh

Speaking at an event, the Kharagpur MLA said the threat culture was now a thing of the past in West Bengal.

Delhi Police denies permission for protest at Jantar Mantar

New Delhi: Delhi Police on Sunday, August 23, said no permission has been granted to any individual or organisation to hold a protest or gatherin

No rush for Bangladesh PM Tarique Rahmans India visit, national interest priority: Minister

State Minister for Foreign Affairs remarks came amid continuing uncertainty over PM Rahman's visit to New Delhi. India has invited him for a bila

Ajit Doval to visit China on August 24 for talks with Wang Yi

The talks come ahead of Chinese President Xi Jinpings anticipated visit to India for the BRICS Summit in September.

Kerala minister says Ajikumar granted bail in Sabarimala gold case

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Ageing Lutyens Delhi bungalows push upkeep bill for Union Ministers residences to over 92 crore

According to information obtained by PTI through an RTI query, the government spent 547.68 crore on such works between 2014-15 and 2025-26 throug

Shubman Gill Excited to Lead Young Players in Sher-e-Punjab T20 League

Chandigarh, August 23: The Sher-e-Punjab T20 League 2026 is set to kick off on August 30 at the I.S. Bindra Stadium in Chandigarh. This inaugural

Delhi police warn legal action over fake protest calls at Jantar Mantar

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Degree Girl Student Missing In Ramanathapuram Since Aug. 15

The 19-year-old missing girl came to Ramanathapuram with other students for the Independence Day function and disappeared.

Australia confirms first H5N1 bird flu case in mammal as outbreak spreads

Australia has been grappling with rising cases of the highly pathogenic avian influenza after it landed in the country in June

In 1984, NASA sent about 3,300 honeybees into space to test comb-building without gravity; the colony built about 31 square inches of honeycomb

In 1984, honeybees traveled aboard the Space Shuttle Challenger for a unique student experiment. These bees successfully built honeycomb and laid

IOC US Disappointed Over Denial of Political Clearance for Telangana CM Visit

The IOC USA Telangana Chapter, in a statement on Saturday, expressed deep disappointment and concern over the Central Government's decision to de

Third National Space Day Celebrated in Ahmedabad: ISRO Chief Highlights Chandrayaan-3s Historic Achievement

Ahmedabad, August 23: The third National Space Day was celebrated at ISROs Space Applications Centre in Ahmedabad on Saturday. The event featured

No rush for Bangladesh PM's India visit, national interest priority: Minister

Bangladesh indicates no urgency for Prime Minister Tarique Rahman's India visit. Dhaka will not compromise national interests while seeking posit

Watch: Only deaths have become cheaper: Sanjay Raut blames E20 for sugar price surge

Main Accused Arrested in Subarnapur Firing Linked to Ganja Smuggling Feud

Police have arrested the main accused in the Guhiraghat firing case under MaradugochhaGramPanchayat, which reportedly stemmed from past enmity an

Central govt asks states to appoint nodal officers to speed up PNG adoption

The Petroleum Ministry has asked states and Union Territories to provide district-level administrative support to accelerate the shift of househo

Starbucks India back on growth track after biz recalibration to accelerate store expansion

The company had earlier targeted opening around 100 Starbucks stores annually and sustained that pace for a few years, but moderated expansion ov

Parliament Session Still Not Prorogued, Fueling Delimitation Bill Buzz

New Delhi, Aug 23: Ten days after both Houses of Parliament were adjourned sine die, the Monsoon Session has not yet been formally prorogued, tri

No permission for reservation reform protest at Jantar Mantar: Delhi Police

This comes after several videos and posts surfaced on social media calling upon people to gather at Jantar Mantar on Sunday (August 23, 2026)

Egypt and Iran Discuss Diplomatic Efforts Amid Regional Tensions

Cairo, August 23: Egypts Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatti and Irans Foreign Minister Seyyed Abbas Araghchi engaged in a phone conversation. The tw

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Commerce Secretary's upcoming South America visit to boost India's trade diversification push

The secretary will chair joint trade meetings in Argentina and Brazil and take stock of the progress of the proposed comprehensive trade agreemen

Alibaba Group to raise $10 billion by selling shares for AI expansion

The new share placement comes as the Chinese company ratchets up quarterly capital spending to almost $10 billion, aiming to safeguard its positi

Become AI Creators, Delhi CM Rekha Gupta Urges VIT Grads

The Chief Minister Rekha Gupta said many of societys pressing problems could be solved when government and graduates work in tandem.

NEET PG 2026 Fake Notice Alert: CGHS debunks viral claim that Wellness Centres will remain closed from August 27 to 31

CGHS has warned beneficiaries about a fake notice claiming that its Wellness Centres would remain closed from August 27 to 31, 2026. CGHS has cla

He left Rs 2.3 crore Meta job. Now he works 20 hours a week coaching startup founders

He left Rs crore Meta job Now he works hours a week coaching startup founders

Quote of the day by Henry Miller: 'Destiny is what you are supposed to do in life. Fate is what kicks you in the ass to make...' - American novelists powerful wisdom on finding your purpose, facing adversity and understanding lifes unexpected turns

Quote of the day by Henry Miller: Renowned for his audacious lifestyle and innovative storytelling, American author Henry Miller profoundly impac

Police Raids LJP Legislators Residence in Muzaffarpur Over Land Dispute

Muzaffarpur, August 23: In a significant development in Bihar, police conducted a raid at the residence of LJP (Ram Vilas) legislator Amit Kumar,

Indian National from Gujarat Shot Dead in Tennessee

According to the Jackson Police Department, Suresh Patel had assumed ownership of Ridgecrest Cellars Wine and Spirits in Jackson just days before

India's art market is having a moment

New Delhi: Amrita Sher-Gil's The Storyteller breaks the world record for an Indian artist with Rs 61.8 crore in 2023. Followed by M F Husain cloc

Bangladesh eyes more Australia Tests to hit next level

I think it was a very proud moment as a team, and we showed our character and discipline in the first Test, Bangladesh captain Najmul Hossain Sha

Pakistan minister warns India could 'weaponise' Indus Water Treaty, fears conflict

Pakistan's Ahsan Iqbal expressed concerns over India potentially weaponising the Indus Water Treaty. He hoped for restraint to prevent future con

BJP-JD(S) to protest at Vidhana Soudha over Dalit Valmiki scam

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Home Minister Rejects Right-Wing Claims on Drug Arrests in Muslim-Majority District

The minister also cautioned against interpreting higher arrest or case figures as an indication that a particular district had a greater drug pro

The Kapil Sharma Show-fame comedian Rajiv Thakur's father dies; Krushna Abhishek confirms

Comedian-actor Rajiv Thakur's father has passed away. The news was confirmed by comedian Krushna Abhishek in a video shared by the event manageme

Tejashwi Yadav Seeks NHRC Intervention in Madhubani Youths Death in Police Custody

Patna, August 23: Tejashwi Prasad Yadav, the acting president of the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) and leader of the opposition in the Bihar Assembl

Tech Tools To Help Save Water Bodies Of Tamil Nadu

The Remote Sensing Centre functioning is analysing the details on geology, geomorphology, lineament through satellite-based data and providing de

India will establish its own space station by 2035: ISRO Chief V Narayanan

He said India has been steadily expanding its capabilities since launching its space programme 64 years ago

'India will establish its own space station by 2035': ISRO Chief V Narayanan

India plans to establish its own space station by the year 2035. The first module for the Bharatiya Antariksha Station has already received appro

Kareena Kapoor Laughs Off Pregnancy Rumours After Viral Gym Video:

Kareena Kapoor has seemingly put an end to recent pregnancy rumours after a paparazzi video sparked speculation that she was expecting her third

NTA: From elixir for all exam ills to everyone's punching bag!

The National Testing Agency is under intense scrutiny following multiple exam cancellations and alarming paper leaks. These incidents have caused

Dharmendra Pradhan Urges Nitin Gadkari to Repair Sambalpur

Sambalpur MP DharmendraPradhan has written to Union Road Transport and Highways Minister NitinGadkari, requesting immediate repairs to National H

Woman develops Salmonella infection after eating at cafe, gets hospitalised for a week; Consumer commission orders outlet to pay Rs 96,500 including hospital expenses

A Kerala woman fell ill after eating alfaham at a biryani cafe and spent a week in hospital after doctors diagnosed a Salmonella infection. The c

CPI(M) demands regular supply of essential commodities in ration shops in Puducherry

From tribal chutney to tasting menus: How ants went gourmet in India

From tribal chutney to tasting menus How ants went gourmet in India

TN orders quality check on alcohol content across all distilleries following Enrica controversy

Following directives from FSSAI, TASMAC had on August 13 banned the sale of 11 liquor variants produced by 'Enrica Enterprises'

Over 8 lakh crore fresh investments flow into Chhattisgarh: CM Vishnu Deo Sai at ET WLF 2026

Over 8 lakh crore fresh investments flow into Chhattisgarh: CM Vishnu Deo Sai at ET WLF 2026

Omega Seiki raises 100 crore in back-to-back rounds in under a month as IPO plans take shape

OSM expands manufacturing and evaluates a public listing, which market experts estimate could involve a 400500 crore issue

Man held for objectionable graffiti on Parliament Street Police Station during Rahul Gandhi's dharna

The Delhi Police has arrested a person in connection for writing an objectionable graffiti on the walls of Parliament Street Police Station when

Spanish Motivational Proverb of the Day: He who seeks happiness outside of himself is on... a lesson on inner peace and self-worth; why lasting fulfillment begins from within

Spanish wisdom suggests that seeking happiness from outside oneself leads to unhappiness. Genuine fulfillment comes from our inner selves and flo

'Why this abnormal gap?' Congress questions delay in prorogation of Monsoon Session

Opposition Criticizes BJPs Outreach Committee for Youth Engagement

New Delhi, August 23: The opposition has responded sharply to the formation of a special outreach committee by Nitin Naveen, the national preside

West Bengal Govt Shuts 13 Kolkata Hotels, Issues Notices To 50+ Over Fire Safety Violations

Following back-to-back deadly hotel fires in Kolkata and Tarapith, West Bengal has intensified inspections, shutting unsafe establishments and is

Need to rework FTP so that we can have more Tests with India, Australia, England: SLC chairman Wickramaratne

Sri Lanka Cricket is seeking a rejig of the ICCs Future Tours Programme to allow the island nation to play more Test matches against cricketing h

UAE installs low-cost defence to counter slow-moving Iranian drones targeting oil storage tanks, video goes viral

A viral X video claiming to show the UAE's new cope cages around fuel storage tanks has crossed 1.8 million views as the country completes the pr

NSA Doval to visit Beijing for 25th round of India-China border talks

Bangladesh says no rush for PM Tarique Rahman's India visit amid strained ties

Bangladesh says no rush for PM Tarique Rahmans India visit amid strained ties

SC to hear plea for CBI probe into Jharkhand civil services exam

New Delhi: The Supreme Court is scheduled to hear on Monday, August 24, a plea seeking an independent, time-bound probe by the CBI into alleged m

India reach 88 for 2 at lunch on day one of second Test in Colombo

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Mitchell Starc takes 10 wickets against Bangladesh, surpasses Ashwin and Vaas in career tally

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India to Serve Hafiz Saeed Court Summons in Pakistan Over Pahalgam Attack

New Delhi: India is set to send court summons to Pakistan-based Lashkar-e-Taiba founder Hafiz Saeed through diplomatic channels in connection wit

Quote of the day by Virginia Woolf: I can only note that the past is beautiful because one never realises Mrs Dalloway author on memory, time and the emotions we understand too late

Quote of the day: Virginia Woolf, a prominent 20th-century writer, explored memory's impact on emotion. Her works examined how past experiences g

Cincinnati Open Finals Set: Pegula vs. Gauff in Womens Singles, Tiafoe vs. Fils in Mens Singles

New Delhi, August 23: The finals for both the womens and mens singles at the Cincinnati Open have been confirmed. Jessica Pegula will face Coco G

Bangladesh suffer Aussie fury as Starc's 10-wicket haul mauls toothless Tigers

Bangladesh suffer Aussie fury as Starcs wicket haul mauls toothless Tigers

Ageing Lutyens' Delhi bungalows push ministers' upkeep bill above 92 crore

The upkeep of Delhi's iconic Lutyens bungalows, now nearly a century old, is becoming increasingly expensive -- annual expenditure on the renovat

Karnataka Cabinet Clears Bill Allowing Up To 5 Per Cent Of Park Land For Public Projects

Rajasthan Principal Suspended After Video Of Him Bathing With Girl Students Goes Viral

Alwar Principal Faces Departmental Probe Over Dam Visit With Class 11, 12 Students

Pride Hotels steps up expansion, plans 1,000-crore IPO by December

The expansion has taken Pride Hotels' portfolio to 40 properties, including eight owned hotels and 32 managed properties

Low Pressure Forms Over Bay of Bengal: Heavy Winds, Rough Seas Forecast for Odisha

A lowpressure area has formed over the northwest Bay of Bengal and neighbourhood under the influence of an upperair cyclonic circulation off the

BJP to lay siege to Karnataka Vidhana Soudha on Aug 24: LoP Ashoka

The BJP and JD(S) will protest at Vidhana Soudha on August 24. They demand the removal of minister B Nagendra from the cabinet. This action is du

Raksha Bandhan 2026: Know the shubh muhurat to tie Rakhi on August 28

Raksha Bandhan Know the shubh muhurat to tie Rakhi on August

Rights panel steps in over noise pollution from temple in Keralas Malappuram

Acting on a complaint filed by a local resident, the SHRC orders the police to strictly enforce noise pollution control rules and take steps to p

Indias Space Economy Set to Reach $40-45 Billion in the Next Decade

New Delhi, August 23: Indias space economy has reached $9 billion, with projections estimating it could grow to $40-45 billion over the next deca

Bengalurus parking overhaul: Who pays, where you can park and who enforces it | Explained

The new rules envision a structured way of implementing paid parking through the identification and expansion of parking spaces across the city,

Monsoon Session not ended 10 days after adjournment amid delimitation bill buzz

Monsoon Session not ended days after adjournment amid delimitation bill buzz

Digging For Blue Gold In Rural Areas, TN Govt's 500 Cr River Desilting Project

Under VB-G RAM G scheme of rural development department Rs. 500 crore project to rejuvenate 11,000 canals, 800 water bodies will be carried out

IAF Is Not Against Theaterisation: Air Chief Marshal A P Singh Urges Measured Reform Without Disrupting Existing Structures

ISRO to establish Bharatiya Antariksha Station by 2035, says chairman

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India Test-Fires First Fully Indigenous AK-203

New Delhi: India has achieved a major milestone in small arms indigenisation with the manufacture and successful test-firing of the first fully i

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SC to hear on August 24 plea for CBI probe into Jharkhand public service exams 'irregularities'

The plea has also sought transfer of the investigation from the State CID to the CBI to ensure an impartial probe into public officials and exami

Ajit Doval heads to Beijing for crucial India-China border talks before BRICS

Ajit Doval heads to Beijing for crucial IndiaChina border talks before BRICS

MCap of four of top-10 most valued firms erodes 87,960 crore; Airtel takes biggest hit

Last week, the BSE benchmark Sensex declined 468.42 points, or 0.60%, and the NSE Nifty dipped 114 points, or 0.46%

Hyundai, IIT Madras Launch Cancer Aid Programme for Poor Children

The programme has opened an online nomination facility through which treating doctors, hospitals, parents, caregivers, NGOs and social organisati

Powerful Storm Devastates Latvia, Orange Alert Issued Nationwide

Riga, August 23: A powerful storm has wreaked havoc across Latvia, causing significant destruction. Strong winds and heavy rainfall uprooted nume