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BJP reshuffle: Bandi Sanjay dropped, Smriti back as general secy

New Delhi: As part of an organisational reshuffle ahead of elections in many states, BJP president Nitin Nabin on Monday, August 17, appointed th

Swiggy launches AI partner Guru to help restaurants

The innovation is available in over 20 languages, including Kannada, to help 2.7 lakh restaurants streamline their operations, enhance profitabil

Viral video shows burqa-clad schoolgirls dancing, mgt apologises

Uttar Pradesh: A video of schoolgirls wearing burqas and dancing to songs mainly Bhojpuri, Haryanvi and Bollywood has gone viral on social media

Iran near finalising Strait of Hormuz shipping deal with Oman

Dubai: Iran on Monday, August 17, said it is working to finalise a joint statement with Oman on a plan to manage the transit of ships through the

Tata Power, IIT Bombay partner to develop next-generation clean energy technologies

The partnership brings academic research and industry expertise together as India seeks faster deployment of advanced technologies across its evo

Sri Lanka Stages Impressive Comeback in Second Session Against India

Galle, August 17: The first Test match between India and Sri Lanka is underway at the Galle International Cricket Stadium. The second session of

Allu Arjun Deletes Independence Day Post After Backlash Over Missing Ashoka Chakra

Telugu actor Allu Arjun faced criticism on social media after sharing an Independence Day post featuring an illustration of the Indian Tricolour

Bollywood actress Ananya Raj passes away at 35

Mumbai: Actor Ananya Raj, known for working in movies such as 7 Hours To Go, The Final Exit and Ghost, died last month, her family has said. The

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'People could get hurt': Conservationists decry AI wildlife visuals

Conservationists say AI visuals portraying wild animals as cute or cuddly make it harder for social media users to discern what is real and can f

Twisha Sharma death case: Samarth Singh, Giribala Singh named in CBIs chargesheet

In the chargesheet, the CBI has named Samarth, a lawyer, and Giribala, a former district judge, whom the deceased's family has accused of mental

Ensure compliance of CWMA directions on Cauvery water release to TN: Supreme Court to Karnataka

The Supreme Court has directed Karnataka to comply with the Cauvery Water Management Authority's water release order. Tamil Nadu claimed Karnatak

Indian Oil Corporation Limited Announces Recruitment for 470 Executive Positions

New Delhi, August 17: A remarkable opportunity has emerged for young job seekers aspiring to work at Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL). The c

Indian Army chief Dhiraj Seth made Honorary General of Nepal Army

Indian Army chief Dhiraj Seth made Honorary General of Nepal Army

Hamara school thik karo: CJP boosts students' Jantar Mantar-inspired protests

Hamara school thik karo CJP boosts students Jantar Mantarinspired protests

CAS here to stay, SEBI analysing feedback for possible improvements: Pandey

The CAS is here to stay for sure, only we will see if there are certain constraints or certain issues that we can improve, certainly we will impr

TCS building AI platform to accelerate drug discovery, clinical trials in India

TCS building AI platform to accelerate drug discovery clinical trials in India

Iran, Oman near Hormuz shipping deal as US-Iran peace deadline lapses

Iran Oman near Hormuz shipping deal as USIran peace deadline lapses

Ramdas Athawale Calls for Sonia Gandhi to Apologize for Vande Mataram Controversy

Nagpur, August 17: Central Minister Ramdas Athawale has responded to the ongoing controversy surrounding Vande Mataram and the term intellectual

Daily Quiz | On Indonesia

A quiz on Indonesia, as the Asian country observes its Independence Day on August 17

Even Hindus Fear BJP, Says Kerala Actor Devan After Quitting Party

At the same time, he said that the BJP was a highly misunderstood party and it had no communal agenda, though it has some leaders who create prob

Actors know their influence. So why pretend elaichi ads are 'just a job'?

Actors know their influence So why pretend elaichi ads are just a job

Telangana SIR | Draft rolls-2026 published

BJP announces new national office-bearers team under President Nitin Nabin; Smriti Irani, Piyush Goyal among key names, check full list

The Bharatiya Janata Party has announced its new national office-bearers team. Several new faces have been assigned key organisational responsibi

Rupee seen weakening to 97 per dollar by FY27 end amid global risks: BMI

The Indian rupee is expected to weaken further against the US dollar over the next two fiscal years, pressured by elevated energy prices, global

PM Modi Expresses Condolences Over Birbhum Fire Tragedy, Announces Financial Aid for Victims Families

New Delhi, August 17: The Prime Ministers Office (PMO) has expressed deep sorrow regarding the fire incident at the Foreignini Hotel near the Tar

Praggnanandhaa draws with Aronian; remains joint 2nd with 3.5 pts

Indian Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa secured another draw against Levon Aronian in the Sinquefield Cup. He remains in joint second place with 3.5

Madras High Court confirms conviction of former DMK Minister Pulavar Senguttuvans kin in disproportionate assets case

Justice G.K. Ilanthiraiyan dismisses an appeal filed by them against the conviction and sentence imposed on them by Tiruchi principal district an

Spider-Man: Brand New Day Joins $2 Billion Club; Here Are 7 Films That Did It Before

Tom Hollands latest Spider-Man adventure has reportedly entered one of Hollywoods most exclusive box-office clubs. Crossing the $2 billion mark a

Purple Style Labs to take Indian designer fashion to global consumers

Following its London presence, the company plans a new Experience Centre in New York, which management sees as an important milestone in its inte

How Trump bypassed Iran's negotiators and used Kurdistan's Barzani to contact IRGC

Lalbagh flower show in Bengaluru draws 2.01 lakh visitors on Independence Day

The 220th flower show at Lalbagh started on August 6 and will end on August 17

Ram Madhav, Smriti Irani return to BJP's 'Nabin' team in big shake-up

Ram Madhav Smriti Irani return to BJPs Nabin team in big shakeup

Rubicon Research zooms 166% in CY2026; hits new high post Q1 results

Rubicon's share price hit a new high of 1,800 soaring 11 per cent on the BSE in Monday's intra-day deals amid heavy volume after reporting health

Indian Navy Enhances Maritime Surveillance with MQ-9B SeaGuardian Aircraft Lease

New Delhi, August 17: The Indian Navy is set to bolster its maritime surveillance and intelligence capabilities. On Monday, the Ministry of Defen

Sania Mirza joins Terra-Invest to Co-Lead future health and sports investments

Sania Mirza has joined Terra-Invest as a co-leader for key investment areas. She will focus on longevity, preventative health, and the sports eco

Saatvik Solar inks MoU with Odisha for 3.6 GW solar cell manufacturing facility

New facility to form part of Saatvik Solars broader manufacturing development at Gopalpur, where it is already progressing with its Phase I integ

Your mutual fund has a cost you may not notice. Here's who gets a cut

Your mutual fund has a cost you may not notice Heres who gets a cut

Patna Metro To Add Three Six-Coach Trains By December As Network Expansion Drives Capacity Push

SC asks Karnataka to comply with CWMA directions on water release to TN

The Supreme Court on Monday asked the Karnataka government to ensure compliance of the Cauvery Water Management Authority's (CWMA) direction on t

Old Video Falsely Shared To Show BJP Hoisting Party Flag on Independence Day

We found out that the video is from a BJP training camp in March 2026.

The Leela Hyderabad Welcomes Rahul Sharma as General Manager

With his extensive experience across operations, sales, marketing and revenue management, Rahul brings a well-rounded perspective to his new role

Actor Pulkit Samrat diagnosed with malaria, loses 2.5 kg muscle

Actor Pulkit Samrat diagnosed with malaria loses kg muscle

Belgian student finds 9 million gold stash while digging a sewer

Political Controversy Erupts Over Sonia Gandhis Reaction to Vande Mataram

New Delhi, August 17: The political uproar surrounding Congress leader Sonia Gandhis reaction during the playing of Vande Mataram at the AICC hea

Thomas Cook and SOTC launch curated ocean and expedition voyages

Across Europe, the Mediterranean, Antarctica and the Arctic

Turtlemint Fintech climbs after Q1 net loss narrows to Rs 38 cr

Turtlemint Fintech Solutions rallied 8.01% to Rs 148.30 after the company's consolidated net loss narrowed to Rs 37.78 in Q1 FY27 compared with n

Volumes jump at Physicswallah Ltd counter

Physicswallah Ltd witnessed volume of 808.08 lakh shares by 14:14 IST on NSE, a 16.2 times surge over two-week average daily volume of 49.89 lakh

From footpath to 20,000 cups a day: Babu Rao's incredible Hyderabad chai story

From footpath to cups a day Babu Raos incredible Hyderabad chai story

How AI can be optimised for better healthcare

Healthcare does not need AI everywhere. It needs it where delays can be reduced, clinicians can make better-informed decisions, and more patients

Suryoday Bank FD rates: 8.25% for regular investor, 8.5% for senior citizen

For regular customers, the bank is offering interest rates of up to 8.25% a year, while senior citizens can earn as much as 8.50% a year under th

Stallion India Fluorochemicals Q1FY7 PAT Up 79%: Helium, R-32 and New Capacities Shape the Next Growth Phase

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], August 17: Stallion India Fluorochemicals Limited (SIFL), a leading forward integrated player in refrigeration and

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A. R. Rahman to Unveil Emerging Singers in Tamil Nadu with Tamil Idol Auditions Starting August 18

Mumbai, August 17: Renowned composer A. R. Rahman, whose voice and music have captivated millions worldwide, is on a quest to discover new talent

President Murmu Gives Assent To Bill to Renaming Kerala As Keralam

President Murmu referred the Bill to the state legislature for its views, following which the Assembly adopted a unanimous resolution agreeing wi

Airtel prepaid recharge plans changed: Check new options as several plans discontinued, Rs 299 pack removed

Airtel has revised its prepaid recharge portfolio, discontinuing several plans including the popular Rs 299 pack. Users seeking 1.5GB daily data

India hockey coach calls out FIH, blasts terrible refereeing vs China

India hockey coach calls out FIH blasts terrible refereeing vs China

After Awarapan 2 success, Emraan Hashmi's Gunmaaster G9 locks release date; Genelia Deshmukh joins cast

Emraan Hashmi, Genelia DSouza and Aparshakti Khurana are coming together for the action-romance Gunmaaster G9. The film has now locked its releas

Committed To Fair Exam, Won't CHarge Re-Test Fee: Exam Body Sources

The NTA will re-conduct UGC-NET June 2026 exams for English, Commerce, and Sociology due to errors found in question papers.

BJP mounts major protest against NC government in Jammu, accuses it of failing on promises

Carrying placards and party flags, the BJP activists gathered at Dogra Chowk, Maheshpura and Panjtirthi before marching separately toward the Civ

Supreme Court Denies Public Access to SIT Status Report in Ram Mandir Donation Case

New Delhi, August 17: The Supreme Court held a hearing on Monday regarding petitions demanding an independent investigation into the alleged misa

Flores earthquake aid delays leave thousands stranded on Indonesia's Independence Day

Flores earthquake aid delays leave thousands stranded on Indonesias Independence Day

Vishal Garg: Indian-Origin CEO Who Fired 900 Employees On A Zoom Call Loses Job at Better.com

Five years after a viral Zoom layoff, Vishal Gargs Better.com exit has triggered a fresh battle over leadership and control.

Delimitation penalises South for being good, says Opposition; BJP counters

Delimitation penalises South for being good says Opposition BJP counters

Kerala govt revises loan guidelines for local bodies for revenue-generating projects

Loan amount should be determined in such a way that it does not exceed the estimated amount of the project

Ensure Compliance: Supreme Court To Karnataka In Cauvery Water Row

The State has sought a total release of 4.536 TMC of water, corresponding to 3,500 cusecs per day over 15 days.

Cognizantlaunches talent accelerator programme for 489 newly hired B-school graduates

The two-week onboarding will be held simultaneously across Cognizants facilities in Chennai, Bengaluru, Hyderabad and Pune, designed to help new

CID raids underway at JSSC office in connection with Jharkhand recruitment exam irregularities

The State probe agency has arrested 20 people in connection with recruitment exam irregularities, including former JPSC Chairman L Khiangte.

Maera Mishra Announces Pregnancy: TV actress and Rajul Yadav expecting first child

Actress Maera Mishra and her husband Rajul Yadav are thrilled to share the news of their first pregnancy. In a touching video posted on social me

Tamil Nadu Minister Sarathkumar faces question in Assembly over action resembling drug use

The Minister said he had already given his explanation that he was powdering a tablet for his child on a mobile phone screen using a bank card

No difference between Jaish-e-Mohammed, Taliban, RSS: KPCCs B.K. Hariprasad says all three not registered in India

Mr. Hariprasad's comments reinforce Karnataka Home Minister Priyank Kharge's recent demand for the RSS to publicly clarify under which Indian law

China starts first regular container service through Arctic: Why it matters

The service, officially called the China-Europe Arctic Express and branded by the Chinese carrier as the 'Ice Silk Road', will sail along Russia'

Ritesh International plans capacity expansion of 50% at its Ahmedgarh facility

The project involves an estimated total capital expenditure of Rs 7 crore, which will be financed through a balanced mix of long-term bank loans

Nifty trades below 24,350; consumer durables share decline

At 14:30 IST, the barometer index, the S&P BSE Sensex tanked 212.72 points or 0.27% to 77,797.27. The Nifty 50 index lost 37 points or 0.15% to 2

Gitika Jakhar: First Indian Woman Wrestler to Receive Arjuna Award, Silver Medalist at Commonwealth Games

New Delhi, August 17: Gitika Jakhar is celebrated as one of Indias prominent female wrestlers. She began her wrestling journey at the young age o

Secmark Consultancy Ltd leads losers in 'B' group

Kernex Microsystems (India) Ltd, Thomas Scott India Ltd, Solex Energy Ltd and Spice Lounge Food Works Ltd are among the other losers in the BSE's

US dollar index large currency speculators marginally reduce net longs

Large currency speculators in the US dollar futures continue to hold around a three and half year high, according to the latest Commitment of Tra

Chief Economic Adviser Anantha Nageswaran Urges E10 Petrol Comeback Amid E20 Compatibility Concerns For Two-Wheelers

SC refuses to alter ECI's decision to keep 2002 base year for Sikkim SIR

The Supreme Court on Monday refused to interfere with the Election Commission of India's decision to fix 2002 as the base year for the Special In

Karnataka allows release of crop insurance claims for drought-hit areas

Mid-season adversity clause invoked

Govt directs refiners to produce up to 63,810 Tons/Day LPG till December 2026

The government has fixed a bi-annual maximum LPG production limit for refiners, which comes close on the heels of the disruption in supplies to I