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Chennai, August 20: Union Home Minister Amit Shah arrived in Chennai on Wednesday night. He is set to chair the 31st meeting of the Southern Regional Council, which will take place in Kovalam on Thursday. Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay will serve as the vice-chairman during this meeting. Amit Shah landed at Chennai ... Read more Amit Shah Arrives in Chennai for Southern Regional Council Meeting

Patna, August 20: A serious case of alleged illegal detention, extortion, and bribery has emerged from the Jadoopur police station in Gopalganj district, Bihar, prompting the district police to take decisive action. Initial investigations reveal that several individuals were reportedly held for hours without any FIR, official records, or legal justification, with one case involving ... Read more Bihar Police Crackdown on Corruption Racket, Four Arrested Including SHO

New Delhi, August 20: NITI Aayog organized a high-level brainstorming session on Wednesday titled TB: The Way Forward. The aim was to develop strategies and suggestions to achieve the goal of a tuberculosis-free India in a timely manner. According to information shared on NITI Aayogs official social media platform, X, the session was co-chaired by ... Read more NITI Aayog Discusses TB: The Way Forward Strategy for a Tuberculosis-Free India

Amaravati, August 20: Y.S. Jagan Mohan Reddy, the president of the YSR Congress Party and former Chief Minister, has called on party workers to gear up for the upcoming local body elections in Andhra Pradesh. He emphasized that the party should work with the goal of achieving a significant victory, as the coalition government has ... Read more Y.S. Jagan Urges YSRCP Workers to Prepare for Local Body Elections

Ranchi, August 20: The ongoing protest against alleged irregularities in the JPSC and JSSC examinations in Jharkhand has been suspended for two months. This decision comes after the government provided assurances to the JPSC-JSSC Reform Platform, which has been protesting for 26 days. The platform stated that students have chosen to trust the government once ... Read more Jharkhands JPSC-JSSC Reform Platform Suspends Protest for Two Months

Bhavnagar, August 20: Four individuals have died after consuming toxic alcohol in Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. Eighteen others have been hospitalized, with eight reported in critical condition. According to police, the counterfeit liquor was illegally brought in from Madhya Pradesh and sold in Bhavnagar. The victims consumed fake alcohol sold under a popular brand name. Gujarat ... Read more Four Dead from Toxic Alcohol in Bhavnagar, 18 Hospitalized

Thiruvananthapuram, August 20: Keralas opposition leader, Pinarayi Vijayan, accused the central government on Wednesday of attempting to use the upcoming census to advance the National Population Register (NPR) agenda. He warned that questions regarding parents birthplace and religion could pave the way for a citizenship process that may be divisive. In a post on social ... Read more Pinarayi Vijayan Raises Concerns Over Census Questions, Claims NPR Agenda

Amstelveen, August 19: In an exhilarating match at the FIH Mens Hockey World Cup 2026, India triumphed over Pakistan with a score of 5-3, securing their place in the next round. Union Home Minister Amit Shah expressed his joy over this remarkable victory, stating that the team has maintained Indias dominance that has persisted for ... Read more Amit Shah Celebrates Indias Victory Over Pakistan in Hockey World Cup 2026

Pune, August 19: The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has conducted a significant operation in Pune concerning food quality and safety. On August 18, FDA teams raided four establishments. During the inspections, banned food items were discovered at all locations. Consequently, four FIRs were filed, leading to the arrest of four individuals. According to FDA ... Read more FDA Takes Major Action in Pune: Four Establishments Raided, Four Arrested for Selling Banned Food Items

New Delhi, August 19: Vinod Jakhar, President of the National Students Union of India (NSUI), has voiced serious concerns regarding the cancellation of three examinations, student protests over the Jharkhand paper leak, and comments made by Union Minister Kiren Rijiju about Rahul Gandhi. In an interview with a news agency, Jakhar labeled the National Testing ... Read more Vinod Jakhar Criticizes NTA Over Examination Irregularities

Aizawl, August 19: A study committee appointed by the state government has stated that the Kaladan Multi-Modal Transit Transport Project (KMMTTP) and the Barabi-Sairang railway link could significantly transform Mizorams economy and bring substantial changes to related sectors. The impact study committee presented its final draft report to Chief Minister Lalduhoma. The 51.38-kilometer Barabi-Sairang railway ... Read more Major Economic Transformation Expected in Mizoram Through Connectivity Proj

New Delhi, August 19: Amar Pal Maurya, the newly appointed national president of the BJP OBC Morcha, has shared his insights regarding his new role, the upcoming assembly elections in Uttar Pradesh, and the political strategies of the Congress and Samajwadi Party concerning the OBC community. He expressed gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, BJP ... Read more OBC Community Awakens: Amar Pal Maurya Critiques Congresss Political Misunderstanding

Kolkata, August 19: Praveen Nishad, the national convenor of the Nishad Party, stated on Wednesday that his party is committed to fighting for constitutional reservation, rights, and respect for the Nishad community. He expressed confidence that the issues related to reservation would soon be resolved. In a conversation with reporters, Nishad emphasized, We have come ... Read more Nishad Party Strengthens NDA, Advocates for Rights and Reservation: Praveen Nishad

Bengaluru, August 19: The central government has responded positively to the request of Karnatakas newly appointed Agriculture Minister, P.M. Narendra Swamy. Central Agriculture and Rural Development Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan has assured that he will visit Karnataka in the first week of September to inspect at least one drought-affected district. On Wednesday, Narendra Swamy met ... Read more Shivraj Singh Chouhan to Visit Drought-Affected Districts in Karnataka

Agartala, August 19: Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha has criticized the previous Left Front government for neglecting the significant contributions of the Manikya dynasty and Maharaja Bir Bikram Kishore Manikya to the states development. Speaking at an event commemorating the 118th birth anniversary of Maharaja Bir Bikram Kishore Manikya, Saha stated that the history which ... Read more Tripura CM Criticizes Previous Government for Overlooking Manikya Dynasty Heritage

Kolkata, August 19: Kunal Ghosh, a legislator from the Trinamool Congress (TMC), expressed strong disapproval on Wednesday regarding the arrest warrant issued against TMC MP Mahua Moitra. He targeted the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), labeling the situation in the state as a jungle raj and police raj. In a conversation with reporters, Ghosh stated, This ... Read more Kunal Ghosh Criticizes Arrest Warrant Against Mahua Moitra as Political Vendetta

New Delhi, August 19: Bollywood filmmaker Subhash Ghai has recounted a fascinating story involving Prime Minister Narendra Modi. He shared an anecdote from a meeting with Modi when he was the Chief Minister of Gujarat. This encounter was not merely a formality; it left a lasting impression of Modi as a remarkable personality in Ghais ... Read more Subhash Ghai Shares Memorable Encounter with Narendra Modi

Kolkata, August 19: In a thrilling encounter during the first semifinal of the 135th Durand Cup, East Bengal FC defeated Sporting Club Delhi 5-3 in a penalty shootout after a goalless regulation time. Mohammed Basim Rashid converted the decisive spot-kick, securing East Bengals place in the final scheduled for Wednesday at the Vivekananda Yuba Bharati ... Read more East Bengal FC Triumphs Over SC Delhi in Penalty Shootout to Reach Durand Cup Final

New Delhi, August 19: Members of the Jai Gadhiya Baba Adivasi Lok Mandri Dance Troupe from Chhattisgarh expressed their gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the government for the opportunity to perform at President Droupadi Murmus At Home reception during the 80th Independence Day celebrations. Artists from Saraitola village in the Nagri block of ... Read more Chhattisgarh Artists Shine at Presidents Home on Independence Day

Beijing, August 19: China is celebrating its 9th Doctors Day. According to the National Health Commission, the number of registered physicians in the country reached 5.29 million by the end of 2025, surpassing the target set in the 14th Five-Year Plan (2021-2025). The ratio of postgraduate and undergraduate degree holders, as well as senior-level physicians, ... Read more China Celebrates 9th Doctors Day with Record Number of Registered Physicians

Sehore, August 19: A heartbreaking incident occurred in Sehore district of Madhya Pradesh on Wednesday, resulting in the drowning of three children, including two brothers. According to police reports, the children fell into a pit filled with rainwater while playing and were unable to escape due to the depth of the water. The tragedy took ... Read more Tragic Drowning Incident Claims Lives of Three Children in Madhya Pradesh

Mumbai, August 19: Shiv Sena MLC Manisha Kayande held a press conference in Mumbai on Wednesday, addressing various issues including Union Minister H.D. Kumaraswamys comments about Sonia Gandhi, the Vande Mataram controversy, ongoing Supreme Court hearings regarding the Shiv Senas election symbol, and remarks concerning CJP founder Abhijit Dipek. Commenting on Kumaraswamys use of the ... Read more Manisha Kayande Criticizes Sonia Gandhi Over Citizenship Remarks

Beijing, August 19: China successfully launched its reusable rocket, Chuchui-3, on Wednesday morning. This marks a significant milestone as it successfully landed the first stage of the rocket back on Earth. The Chuchui-3 Y2 carrier rocket took off from the Tongfang Commercial Space Innovation Pilot Zone in northwest China at 7:35 AM Beijing time. Following ... Read more China Achieves Successful Landing of Reusable Rockets First Stage

Ranchi, August 19: Candidates affected by the Jharkhand governments decision to cancel 22 recruitment exams have approached the Jharkhand High Court. Three separate petitions were filed on Tuesday and Wednesday. These include selected candidates from the 11th to 13th JPSC Combined Civil Service Examination, as well as candidates related to the Food Safety Officer exam. ... Read more Jharkhand Candidates Challenge Governments Decision to Cancel Exams in High Court

Mumbai, August 19: Abu Azmi, a legislator from the Samajwadi Party (SP), raised concerns regarding the revision of voter lists, the appointment of Booth Level Officers (BLOs), and the proposed laws against forced conversions and love jihad. He accused the government of not providing adequate time and resources to BLOs, claiming that the proposed provisions ... Read more Abu Azmi Criticizes Forced Conversions and Advocates for Personal Freedom

New Delhi, August 19: The Samajwadi Party (SP) and Congress have expressed strong opposition to the implementation of the Maharashtra Freedom of Religion Act, 2026 in the state. They emphasized that the existing law allows citizens the freedom to change their religion at will, and such legislation could lead to communal unrest. Leaders from the ... Read more Opposition Parties Challenge Maharashtras Anti-Conversion Law

New Delhi, August 19: Senior JD(U) leader Harshvardhan Singh criticized Congress MP Rahul Gandhi and RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav on Wednesday. He stated that just as the public does not take Rahul Gandhi seriously, the people of Bihar also do not regard Tejashwi Yadav with seriousness. Singh attributed this to both leaders lack of commitment ... Read more Harshvardhan Singh Critiques Rahul Gandhi and Tejashwi Yadavs Political Seriousness

New Delhi, August 19: Assams Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma recently announced that government employees could face a 10% salary deduction if they neglect their parents. This statement has garnered support from Vinod Bansal, the national spokesperson for the Vishva Hindu Parishad (VHP). In a conversation with reporters, Bansal emphasized, In a country like India, ... Read more VHP Supports Assams Proposal for 10% Salary Cut for Neglecting Parents

New Delhi, August 19: Indian badminton star PV Sindhu has advanced to the womens singles pre-quarterfinals of the BWF World Championship 2026. On Wednesday, she secured a victory against Canadas Zhang Wen Yu at the Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium in New Delhi, winning 21-16, 21-17. In the round of 16, Sindhu will face Chinas third-seeded ... Read more PV Sindhu Prepares for Clash Against Wang in World Championship Pre-Quarterfinals

Chandigarh, August 19: Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann announced the fourth edition of Khedan Watan Punjab Diyan on Wednesday. The sports festival is set to take place from September 5 to November 29, aiming to involve over 1 million participants across all age groups. This initiative seeks to revive the sports culture and channel ... Read more Punjabs Khedan Watan Punjab Diyan Aims to Engage Over 1 Million Participants

New Delhi, August 19: Indian badminton star PV Sindhu secured her place in the womens singles pre-quarter finals of the BWF World Championship by defeating Canadas Zhang Wen Yu with a score of 21-16, 21-17. The match took place at the Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium in New Delhi on Wednesday. The ninth-seeded Indian player started ... Read more PV Sindhu Triumphs Over Zhang in BWF World Championship Pre-Quarter Finals

Mumbai, August 19: Randeep Hooda is known for his unique style and powerful performances in Hindi cinema. However, there was a time when he had to wait for work after entering the film industry. He shared an interesting story about this wait during an interview. He revealed that filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma had promised to ... Read more Randeep Hoodas Journey: From Waiting at Home to Becoming a Bollywood Star

London, August 19: A 28-year-old social media content creator, Shamsu Bibi, was reportedly shot dead by two assailants near Taxila, close to Islamabad, Pakistan. Bibi, known online as Ayesha Gilamana and boasting over a million followers, has become a tragic symbol of the rising violence against women and social media influencers in the country. According ... Read more Social Media Influencer Shot Dead in Pakistan, Raising Concerns Over Violence Against Women

Mumbai, August 19: Playback singer Shan has carved a unique niche in the Indian music scene with his melodious voice and diverse songs. However, there was a time when he doubted his ability to establish himself in this field. He felt he was the weakest link in a family of talented musicians, which initially deterred ... Read more Shan Reflects on His Musical Journey and Early Doubts

New Delhi, August 19: In a significant move to promote green and public transportation, 200 new electric buses were inaugurated in Delhi on Wednesday. The event was graced by Delhis Lieutenant Governor, Tarunjeet Singh Sandhu, and Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, who flagged off the buses from the Delhi University Sports Complex. With this addition, the ... Read more Delhi Launches 200 New Electric Buses, Expanding Fleet to Over 5,000

Amsterdam, August 19: India has maintained its dominance over Pakistan in the FIH Hockey World Cup 2026. In a Pool D match held at Wagner Stadium in Amsterdam, the Indian mens hockey team delivered an impressive performance, defeating Pakistan 5-3. India started the match with great intensity, controlling the ball effectively. In the fourth minute, ... Read more India Dominates Pakistan in FIH Hockey World Cup Match, Winning 5-3

Mumbai, August 19: Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde participated in the Farm to Foreign conclave on Wednesday. He emphasized that the state government is working towards realizing Prime Minister Narendra Modis vision of a Developed India 2047 through the Five F strategy. This approach encompasses a journey from farm to fiber, fiber to factory, factory ... Read more Maharashtras Textile Sector Set to Thrive, Says Deputy CM Shinde

New Delhi, August 19: In an impressive display of skill, Indias Ayush Shetty secured a swift victory against Sri Lankas Dumindu Abeywickrama at the BWF World Championship 2026 on Wednesday. The match, held at the Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium, ended with scores of 21-8, 21-10, allowing Ayush to progress to the third round. Ayush completed ... Read more Ayush Shetty Advances to Third Round with Quick Victory at BWF World Championship

Guwahati, August 19: The Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) is actively collaborating with the Assam Forest Department to ensure the safety of elephants crossing railway tracks. This initiative involves close coordination and vigilance from frontline railway staff, as reported by officials on Wednesday. Kapingjal Kishore Sharma, the Chief Public Relations Officer (CPRO) of NFR, stated that ... Read more Enhanced Coordination for Elephant Safety in Assam by NFR and Forest Department

New Delhi, August 19: The 65th Subroto Cup International Football Tournament commenced on August 18 at the Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Stadium in New Delhi. The opening day featured an exciting match in the Under-17 Girls category, where Meghalaya triumphed over Chandigarh. A total of 108 teams are participating in three categories: Under-17 Junior Girls, Under-17 ... Read more 65th Subroto Cup International Football Tournament Kicks Off with 108 Teams

Mumbai, August 19: The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) has accused Dheno Buildcon Infra Limited of creating a web of interconnected entities to repeatedly manipulate 25 crore, making it appear as though the company secured an actual unsecured loan of 1,000 crore. These allegations were made in an interim order issued by Sebis ... Read more Sebi Accuses Dheno Buildcon of Manipulating 1,000 Crore Loan Scheme

Mumbai, August 19: Sanjay Nirupam, spokesperson for Shiv Sena, has sharply criticized the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) following the arrests of six individuals, including AAP leader Satyendar Jain, in connection with the alleged Delhi Water Board scandal. He also commented on the Tamil Nadu governments decision to grant 365 days of maternity leave for the ... Read more Sanjay Nirupam Criticizes AAP Amid Delhi Water Board Scandal

Chennai, August 19: A 27-year-old woman has died from dengue at a Sri Lankan Tamil rehabilitation camp near Kadayanallur in the Tenkasi district. This incident has heightened concerns over a prolonged outbreak of fever that has reportedly affected over 50 residents. The deceased has been identified as Narmala, the wife of Dinesh, residing in the ... Read more Concerns Rise After Dengue Claims Two Lives in Sri Lankan Tamil Rehabilitation Camp

Kolkata, August 19: A devastating fire at the Shikha Inn hotel on Mirza Ghalib Street in Kolkata early Wednesday morning has resulted in the tragic deaths of nine individuals. The Deputy High Commission of Bangladesh in Kolkata has confirmed that five of the deceased are Bangladeshi nationals. According to the Deputy High Commission, four of ... Read more Tragic Fire in Kolkata Hotel Claims Nine Lives, Five Identified as Bangladeshi Nationals

New Delhi, August 19: Skyways Air Services Limited, set to launch its Initial Public Offering (IPO) next week, has disclosed significant risks in its official documents submitted to SEBI. The Economic Offences Wing (EOW) is investigating allegations of fraud, overbilling, forgery, and criminal conspiracy against the company and its subsidiary, Bress Port Logistics Limited. The ... Read more Skyways IPO Faces Major Risks Amid EOW Investigation and AEO Certificate Suspension

Kolkata, August 19: An official from the fire department has been suspended following a tragic fire incident at the Bideshini hotel in Tarapith, Birbhum district, which resulted in the deaths of nine people. Fire Station Officer Abhay Chaudhary had granted clearance to the hotels fire fighting system after conducting an inspection. In response to this ... Read more West Bengal Hotel Fire: Official Suspended for Safety Clearance After Tragic Incident

Bengaluru, August 19: The Karnataka government has called on opposition parties to cease their protests and actively participate in discussions within both houses of the legislature. The opposition has been demonstrating over the resignation of Planning and Statistics Minister B. Nagendra. The controversy stems from allegations of irregularities within the Karnataka Maharshi Valmiki Scheduled Tribe ... Read more Karnataka Government Urges Opposition to Halt Protests and Engage in Discussions

Brussels, August 19: European Union (EU) leaders expressed strong support for the International Criminal Court (ICC) on Wednesday. This backing comes just a day after the United States imposed sanctions on the courts president and a senior lawyer. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and European Council President Antonio Costa took to social media ... Read more EU Leaders Stand Firmly Behind ICC Following US Sanctions

Guwahati, August 19: Assams Agriculture Minister, Piyush Hazarika, launched a strong attack on the Congress party regarding the conservation of Kaziranga National Park. During a press conference on Wednesday, he accused Congress of failing to protect one-horned rhinos during its tenure, while now expressing concern for Kazirangas preservation. Hazarika urged Congress to clarify its past ... Read more Assam Minister Criticizes Congress for Failing Rhino Conservation

Bhopal, August 19: A tragic incident occurred in the Kolar area of Bhopal when a young man, allegedly under the influence of alcohol, crashed his Innova car into several people. Among those affected was a 35-year-old man riding a scooter, who lost his life in the accident, while his son sustained serious injuries. According to ... Read more Drunk Driver Causes Fatal Accident in Bhopal, Father Dies, Son Seriously Injured