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A beginners guide to birdwatching in Chennai

Where should a budding birder in Chennai go, for their first sighting? When is the best time of day? What are the biggest Dos and Donts? As the w

Iran state media says explosion in eastern Tehran province was controlled ammunition disposal

An explosion heard in eastern Tehran province was explained by officials. The blast resulted from controlled disposal of war ammunition, state me

Jharkhand Assembly election: Dented in Haryana, denied in Maharashtra, defeated in Jharkhand

Opposition leaders see victory as a verdict on BJPs arrogance and against controversial laws such as the Citizenship (Amendment) Act

Sarvepalli Sisters wove a rich tapestry of kritis themed on Devi

Sreya and Rajalakshmis performance at The Music Academy was a blend of rhythmic precision, thoughtful repertoire and strong ensemble support.

U.P. govt. changes State university name partially

The varsity would now be called Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti Bhasha Vishwavidyalaya (language university), the government said in a statement

Economic Survey 2019-20: No evidence of wrong estimation of growth

The Economic Survey also added that since 10% increase in new firm creation increases district-level GDP growth by 1.8%.

Pinarayi Vijayan alleges Amit Shah's demographic remarks meant to justify CAA, NRC

Pinarayi Vijayan criticized Amit Shah's remarks on border state demographic changes. He stated these comments aim to spread hatred and justify CA

Ajeeb Daastaans review: Netflix anthology fails to break new ground, but is an earnest attempt

The Karan Johar-produced film does best when its ensemble cast rises to the occasion, emoting authentically on screen, the frustrations of their

'PM Modi made several suggestions to advance trade ties with New Zealand': MEA during special press briefing

Prime Minister Modi proposed strengthening trade and economic ties with New Zealand. A maritime cooperation arrangement will boost collaboration

Should celebrities avoid political activism?

As the risks of speaking up are lower today, they should be less worried about their fan following

Four of family found dead at house in Bengalurus Kottigepalya

Police said their preliminary investigation suggests that Prashanth is suspected to have fatally attacked the three family members before his dea

No Facebook, Instagram for Indian kids below 16? PM Modi's Australia praise fuels debate over social media curbs

India may introduce age-based social media restrictions, following Australia's lead. Prime Minister Modi praised Australia's approach to protecti

Motorola Edge 70 Max India launch: Check launch date, expected price, camera, specifications and features

Motorola Edge 70 Max will launch in India on July 15. This new device features a Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 chipset and a large battery. It will also boa

Mikel Merino Makes History as First Player to Score in Two Knockout Matches in FIFA World Cup

New Delhi, July 11: In a thrilling quarter-final match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Spain showcased an impressive performance, defeating Belgium 2

Trump Dismisses Reports of Iranian Plot to Assassinate Him

Caracas, July 11: U.S. President Donald Trump dismissed recent reports claiming that Israel had informed the U.S. about an Iranian plot to assass

Mikel Merino Makes History in FIFA World Cup

New Delhi, July 11: In a thrilling quarter-final match of the FIFA World Cup 2026, Spain showcased an impressive performance, defeating Belgium 2

Operation Safed Sagar: Netflix announces release date of upcoming series on Kargil war

The show stars Siddharth, Jimmy Shergill, Abhay Verma, Mihir Ahuja, Taaruk Raina, and Arnav Bhasin

PM Modi Invites New Zealand Investors to Partner in Key Sectors of India

Auckland, July 11: Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended an invitation to New Zealand investors and business leaders on Saturday to collaborate w

Pakistan PM Sharif holds talks with Iran, Qatar leaders to revive stalled U.S.-Iran negotiations

In his conversation with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian, Mr. Sharif expressed deep concern over the recent escalation in tensions in the reg

Dhanush reunites with Vetri Maaran for Thamizh Murugan

The film will mark Dhanush and Vetri Maarans fifth collaboration after Polladhavan, Aadukalam, Vada Chennai, and Asuran

Thane Court remands former Corporator in police custody for assault on woman doctor

The case stems from an altercation at the Shastrinagar hospital in Dombivli

High Court seeks Delhi government's stand on private schools plea over constitution of fee regulation committee

The counsel for Action Committee Unaided Recognised Private Schools urged the court to protect them from any coercive action by the authorities o

Coal Ministry notifies SECL's CSR initiative for NEET aspirants

SECL's free residential NEET coaching initiative for meritorious students has been officially notified. This flagship program, 'SECL Ke Sushrut',

JNU students, staff seek vice-chancellor Jagadesh Kumars ouster

Students union, faculty members accuse police of inaction during Sundays attack by goons

Kargil veteran out of detention centre

Sanaullah, who was declared a foreigner by a tribunal, was granted bail by the Gauhati High Court

Quote of the Day: It is not that we have a short time to live, but... A timeless lesson from Seneca on making every moment count

Quote of the Day: It is not that we have a short time to live, but that we waste much of it. Roman Stoic philosopher Lucius Annaeus Seneca's time

Watch: Shashi Tharoor column: Terror attacks may have dropped, but the world is becoming unevenly unsafe

At first glance, the macroeconomic indicators of global security offer a rare moment of statistical comfort. Recent reports suggest that global t

Delhi government signs MoU for rainwater harvesting in 75 CM Shri schools

Delhi CM Rekha Gupta said the initiative will not remain limited to just 75 schools and expressed hope that the model would eventually be expande

All States can now constitute Foreigners Tribunals

Ministry of Home Affairs amends order, empowers district magistrates.

Meta announces $9.17 billion Canada AI data center that will consume electricity equal to 800,000 homes

Meta will invest C$13 billion to build its first Canadian AI data center in Alberta. This massive facility will require electricity equivalent to

How are the votes counted? Here is ECIs step-by-step process

The Election Commission of India has laid out an elaborate procedure in counting centres in constituencies across the country.

PM Modi tours New Zealand sports innovation showcase

India and New Zealand elevated their ties to a strategic partnership and set a five-year target to double their annual bilateral trade in goods a

Japan successfully launches, lands reusable rocket

Japan's space agency conducted a successful test of its prototype reusable rocket. The rocket reached a height of ten meters and landed safely af

Ayodhya verdict | Temple at disputed site, alternative land for mosque, rules Supreme Court

Centre told to formulate a scheme within three months and set up a trust to manage the property and construct a temple.

Ayodhya verdict | Addendum quotes Tulsidas, Ain-i-Akbari for birthplace proof

No harm in trusting these works, court says in addendum

GEM Hospital A Pioneer In The Field Of Gastroenterology, Laparoscopy & Robotic Surgery

Global shocks may hit quarterly growth, but India's long-term outlook remains strong: PwC's Rara

India's economic growth trajectory remains strong despite temporary global shocks. Experts project sustained growth between 6.5 and 7 percent ove

Prioritising school reopening on the road to recovery

Children have long borne the costs of school closure and evidence-based decisions toward reopening are a necessity

Kanwar Yatra route in Muzaffarnagar to have AI camera drones, CCTVs

Muzaffarnagar police will deploy AI-powered camera drones for the upcoming Kanwar Yatra. About 2,500 CCTV cameras will also monitor the pilgrimag

Future wars will still be won by resolve and soldiers, not just AI: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh commissioned INS Mahendragiri on Saturday. He stated future wars will blend AI with trained soldiers and robust mi

Pamban Bridge inauguration highlights: PM Modi inaugurates new rail bridge in Rameswaram

Inaugurating the new Pamban bridge in Rameswaram, PM Modi says it is the countrys first vertical lift railway sea bridge, adding efforts were on

No non-academic events in school premises, says T.N. govt.

This circular comes after backlash over multiple reports of school premises being used for celebration of political leaders including the birthda

Liquor bottle buyback scheme: Tasmac tells Madras HC it is considering proposal to add 10 refundable deposit to MRP

The corporation says, the proposal has been forwarded to the government after obtaining legal opinion from the Advocate General

Permanent residence certificates cannot be issued without proper verification: Telangana BJP chief

Telangana BJP President N Ramchander Rao has opposed the issuance of Permanent Residence Certificates without comprehensive verification processe

PM Modi must take responsibility for alleged misappropriation Ram Temple Trust: Rajeev Gowda

All the activities related to the temple trust, all the appointments were done through the Union Government, and Home Minister Amit Shah was cent

Shotgun World Cup: Neeru Dhanda dazzles, men's trap shooters raise Asian Games concerns

Neeru Dhanda leads the women's trap competition after firing a perfect score. She holds a two-target advantage over American Rachel Tozier and Sl

Vizag: Rajnath Singh Commissions Indigenous Stealth Frigate INS Mahendragiri

The Indian Navy inducted another state-of-the-art warship into its fleet on Saturday as Defence Minister Rajnath Singh commissioned INS Mahendrag

New Zealand PM Highlights Indias Growing Global Role Under Modis Leadership

Auckland, July 11: New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon emphasized Indias rising global stature on Saturday. He stated that under Prime M

Sarvesh becomes first Indian high jumper to finish in top-three of Diamond League

AP Deputy CM Pawan Kalyan Undergoes Successful Shoulder Surgery at Mumbai Hospital

Doctors said that performing surgery on both shoulders at the same time would result in severe pain during recovery. Therefore, surgery was perfo

Andy Burnhams grip on No. 10 is firm but his plans are not

Andy Burnham is set to become the UK's next prime minister. His plans for government remain largely unknown to allies and MPs. Many Labour member

Tragic Death of 18-Month-Old in Kerala Sparks Medical Negligence Investigation

Kannur, July 11: A shocking incident has emerged from Kannur, Kerala, where an 18-month-old child died just five days after receiving anesthesia

Little House on the Prairie returns on Netflix with new cast, original star cameo and a fresh frontier story fans can't stop discussing

Little House on the Prairie Netflix: The classic Little House on the Prairie series has returned to television screens. Original star Alison Arng

On Indias rainbow trail | Queer-focused walks are finding an audience in the country

The countrys past isnt strait-laced. Heritage walks are revealing this, from Delhis Sufi shrines that are symbols of queer love to Bengalurus Cub

Hundreds Of Peruvian Newborns Named After Norway Striker Haaland

Norway's scoring machine Haaland has been coasting on a wave of popularity during the 2026 edition of the world's biggest football extravaganza.

Court Orders Must Be Followed: Dilip Ghosh Urges Mamata and Abhishek to Cooperate with CBI Investigation

Kolkata, July 11: West Bengal Minister Dilip Ghosh launched a sharp attack on the Trinamool Congress, former Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, and

Akhilesh Yadav Meets Family of Murdered Dalit Student in Meerut, Questions Police Action

Meerut, July 11: Samajwadi Party leader Akhilesh Yadav visited the family of a murdered Dalit student in Meerut on Saturday. He was accompanied b

Norways Coach Solbakken Urges Team to Trust Their Strength Ahead of England Clash

Miami, July 11: Norways head coach Stle Solbakken emphasized the importance of his teams identity and playing style as they prepare to face Engla

Over 1 crore enumeration forms digitised under SIR in 16 days: Punjab chief electoral officer

Punjab's Special Intensive Revision exercise has digitised over one crore enumeration forms. Nearly all enumeration forms have been distributed,

Telangana BJP Leader Claims Public Discontent with Congress and BRS, Predicts BJP Victory

Hyderabad, July 11: N. Ramchander Rao, the Telangana BJP president, has launched a strong critique against the Congress and BRS parties. He asser

Shreya Kalra Accuses Kushal Tandon of Flirting Amid Relationship, Sister Tina Defends Him

Mumbai, July 11: Shreya Kalra, a contestant on Lock Up: Truth or Punishment, has accused actor Kushal Tandon of flirting with her, despite his re

Sarvesh Kushare becomes first Indian high jumper to finish on Diamond League podium

Sarvesh Kushare made history as the first Indian high jumper to podium at a Diamond League meet. He secured third place with a jump of 2.26 meter

Iran FM Araghchi to Visit Oman for Talks on Strait of Hormuz

The conflict was subsequently halted by a ceasefire agreement on April 8, but there have been sporadic outbursts of violence ever since, most spa

Shahbad Murders: Family Members Demand Police Kill Accused in Encounter

Irate families squatted on the main road and raised slogans demanding that the police kill the accused in the encounter and send a strong message

EAM S Jaishankar to launch India's UNSC campaign, meet UNSG Guterres next week

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar will launch India's UNSC campaign next week. He will meet UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres at the wor

Kerala Government Forms Expert Panel for Safe Soil Removal at Kaladi Tunnel Site

New Delhi, July 11: The Kerala government has established a three-member expert committee to ensure the safe removal of soil from the constructio

Jackie Shroff Pays Tribute to Iconic Comedian Tun Tun on Her 103rd Birth Anniversary

Mumbai, July 11: Renowned actress and comedian Tun Tun received a heartfelt tribute from Bollywood actor Jackie Shroff on her birth anniversary.

Punjab BJP chief accuses AAP govt of hijacking civic polls, submits memorandum to Governor

Punjab BJP president Kewal Singh Dhillon accused the AAP government of rigging recent Morinda municipal elections. Dhillon stated that the BJP su

KDMC hospital assault case: Victim doctor's father alleges bid to shield accused, urges CM Devendra Fadnavis to ensure security

The father of a doctor assaulted during recent violence seeks justice and protection. He alleges attempts to shield the accused corporator from a

Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif holds talks with Iran, Qatar leaders to revive stalled US-Iran negotiations

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif engaged with Iranian and Qatari leaders on Friday night amid escalating regional tensions and urged restraint from

Telangana CM Revanth Reddy Remembers Nawab Ali Nawaz Jung on His Birth Anniversary

The Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy said engineers play a key role in shaping the future through their ideas, creativity and dedication.

Delhi weather: Cloudy skies to persist; IMD forecasts no rain in the coming week

No alerts have been issued for the day, but scattered rain and cloudy conditions are expected to persist through July 11

Fouzia Dastango on Guru Dutt: The Melancholy, the Masterpieces, and the Man

The life and legacy of Guru Dutt through the unique lens of Dastan-e-Guru Dutt with India's first female Dastango.

Dhanush Mesmerizes Fans With Dhoni-Style Cricket Shots

The Idli Kadai actor surprised everyone by showcasing his athletic side during a break from shooting of OM.

The New Cold War: America Invents, China Deploys

The contest has shifted from who discovers to who can industrialise faster

U.S.-Canada bridge threatened by Trump to open July 27

Today, Canada and Michigan have agreed to open the Gordie Howe International Bridge on July 27, with the support of the United States Government,

'All construction work of temple will be finished by July 30': Ram Mandir Construction Committee Chairman Nripendra Mishra

The main Ram Temple structure will finish construction by July 30. Peripheral projects like the boundary wall and museum are progressing well. Th

Why India is loving bars within bars

These nested spaces are like a chefs table for cocktail aficionados encouraging conversations, one-on-ones with mixologists, and the chance to n

Delhi's Red Fort Gets Bomb Threat, Turns Out To Be Hoax

The bomb threat comes nearly eight months after 15 people died and over a dozen were injured in a high-intensity vehicle-borne IED blast near the

Bengaluru Woman's Pre-Work Ritual Sparks Discussion On Work-Life Balance

Divya Moses shared the video on Instagram and said that she had been trying to remind herself that weekdays do not have to be only about work.

INS Mahendragiri: All you need to know about the Indian Navys new indigenous stealth frigate

The frigate takes its name from the Mahendragiri mountain range in the Eastern Ghats, symbolising strength, resilience and determination

Dulquer Salmaan's Telugu Dream Run Continues Unabated

He was last seen in a special appearance in Kalki 2898 AD, a project he took up owing to his long-standing association with the Swapna Dutt famil

Ram Mandir rolls out new donation counting rules: Check what is changing after alleged theft row

Ayodhya's Ram Mandir has introduced new rules to enhance donor security during counting sessions. The updated protocols mandate multiple checks a

Uttar Pradesh Renames Sohawal to Maa Jwala Devi, Saints Praise CM Yogi Adityanath

Lucknow, July 10: The Uttar Pradesh government has officially renamed the town of Sohawal to Maa Jwala Devi. This decision has been met with joy

Yogi Adityanath Faces Criticism Over Ram Mandir Fund Controversy

Lucknow, July 10: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanaths recent statements regarding Hanumangarhi, the Ram Mandir, and the Samajwadi Party

Yogi Adityanaths Silence on Ram Temple Donations Sparks Controversy

Lucknow, July 10: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has faced sharp criticism from Samajwadi Party MP Avadhesh Prasad regarding his re

Northern Coalfields Announces Recruitment for 259 Positions Starting July 14

Bhopal, July 11: Northern Coalfields Limited (NCL) has exciting news for job seekers. The company has released an official notification for the r

SpaceX's Falcon 9 nears reusability record with 35th flight: How the reusable rocket works

A SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket successfully launched 29 Starlink satellites into orbit. This mission marked the 35th flight for booster B1071, nearing

Watch: PM Modi welcomes $20 billion New Zealand investment, Strategic Partnership

Prime Minister Narendra Modi welcomed New Zealands $20 billion investment commitment in India during his visit to Auckland, where the two countri

'Move forward shoulder to shoulder on issue of terrorism': PM Modi announces JWG with New Zealand

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday (local time) said India and New Zealand have decided to move shoulder to shoulder in combating terrorism