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Veterinarians trained in antimicrobial stewardship and One Health at KVASU

Field veterinarians trained in vaccination, alternatives to antibiotics, farm biosecurity and hygiene, animal welfare and gender-responsive veter

K.M. Basheer death case: court defers decision on resuming trial

Quote of the day by Ludwig Wittgenstein: Never stay up on the barren heights of cleverness British philosopher on the value of ordinary life

Ludwig Wittgenstein, an influential figure in philosophy, advised against the pitfalls of excessive intellectualism, encouraging the appreciation

Indian Cricket Team Announced for ODI and T20 Series Against West Indies

The BCCI has announced the Indian team for the upcoming ODI and T20 series against West Indies, featuring notable inclusions and captaincy change

Death penalty for all 10 convicts in 2013 Jhiram Valley Maoist attack case

Twenty seven people, including senior Congress leaders Vidya Charan Shukla, Nand Kumar Patel, and Mahendra Karma, were killed in the attack on Ma

Letters to the Editor dated September 16, 2026

15 candidates file nomination for contesting the Thattanchavady bypoll

Accompanied by Chief Minister N. Rangasamy and Home Minister A. Namassivayam, AINRC candidate Ashok Anand filed his nomination papers before Retu

Zero charge for Consumers...: Jyotiraditya Scindia decode UPI MDR rules point-by-point

Vinayaka idols immersed in Tiruchi amid heavy police security

Preparations Underway for Seva Sankalp Abhiyan 2026 in Churachandpur, Manipur

Churachandpur gears up for Seva Sankalp Abhiyan 2026, a month-long initiative starting September 17, focusing on community welfare and governance

Telangana Dy CM bats for energy efficiency at CII summit

Hyderabad: Batting for energy efficiency, Telangana Deputy Chief Minister (CM) Bhatti Vikramarka on Thursday, September 16, said that electricity

Kumbakkarai waterfalls open for public

'Mr Chairman, he is insulting us & you are': Kash Patel vs Dem Senators erupts; Grassley loses cool

'Mr Chairman, he is insulting us & you are': Kash Patel vs Dem Senators erupts; Grassley loses cool

Local bodies in Kozhikode told to audit buildings for accessibility violations

Directions have been issued to secretaries of all local self-government institutions to conduct post-occupancy audits of buildings in the wake of

Meet Alaina Zhang, the 17-year-old Rhode Island student testing whether native seaweed can help clean polluted coastal waters

Seaweed is unlikely to provide a complete solution to the many sources of nutrient pollution affecting coastal waters. Reducing the amount of exc

In 1755, Immanuel Kant earned a degree with a study of fire; the philosophers early work explored nature long before his famous moral theories

Long before Immanuel Kant mapped the boundaries of human reason or drafted his famous moral theories, he spent his early academic years studying

US call centre scam: Hyderabad ED raids across 3 cities

Hyderabad: The Enforcement Directorate (ED), Hyderabad Zonal Office, conducted searches at four premises in Patiala, Pune and Chandigarh in conne

Centre weighs stronger safeguards for hub-and-spoke flight operations

Boarding pass improvements are among the measures being considered following the immigration lapse at Delhi airport

Special Ticket Inspection Campaign in Bhagalpur-Jamalpur Rail Section Nets 263 Offenders

A special ticket inspection in Maldas Bhagalpur-Jamalpur section resulted in fines for 263 passengers traveling without valid tickets. Special Ti

No impact on common man's pocket: MobiKwik co-founder Upasana Taku on new UPI fee

The proposed Merchant Discount Rate (MDR) on certain UPI transactions has sparked widespread discussion across the country, with questions being

Vinayaka idol procession passes off peacefully in Dindigul

BRICS, and the future of cross-border payments

The best way forward is for the bloc to provide a broad template, even as the details are worked out bilaterally

BJP leaders are like vultures, who exploit communal trouble for political gain: Yathindra

District Magistrate Inspects Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Residential Hostel in Nawada

The District Magistrate of Nawada conducted an inspection of the Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Residential Hostel, focusing on student facilities and quality

Fortis Healthcare files SLP against forensic audit order in Daiichi Sankyo case

The petition challenges a Delhi High Court order seeking to examine transactions involving former Fortis promoters and the healthcare company.

PVR INOX, Forum Mall staff fined 1.25 lakh for waste management violations

Order to bring Uthapuram temple under HR&CE Department control challenged

Two films on Goswami Tulsidas titled 'Rambola' announced; one by Hanuman Ansh director | Details

The Hindi biographical drama Hanuman Ansh, based on the life of Neem Karoli Baba, has been making headlines for its box office success. Made with

Dasara: Kambala set for October 18 and 19 despite opposition

Railway Ministry plans to develop station at Villianur: Puducherry L-G

The three-day industrial exhibition brings together over 70 exhibitors and MSMEs and was expected to attract around 3,000 visitors, CII said

Chhattisgarh's labour heroes will be honoured; the government will gather in Raipur on September 17

Patrick Mahomes leads NFLs highest earners as player values near $600 million

NFLs top ten earners in 2026 are all quarterbacks, projecting $598 million total earnings. Patrick Mahomes leads this elite group, earning an est

Haryana Congress MLA Jarnail Singh Faces Disqualification Threat

13 bus stations in Telangana to turn integrated transit hubs; to double as shopping, gaming and entertainment spaces

When Your Face Speaks Volumes!

Your face can reveal the first signs of lifestyle burnout before your body does, expert give some sound advice

Russia says Japan's remilitarization threatens its national security

Digital Desk | Moscow, Sep 16 (IANS) Japan's remilitarisation and the deployment of missiles near Russia's borders pose a threat to the latter's

Rain likely in coastal Andhra, Rayalaseema from September 19

IMD predicts wet spell under the influence of low-pressure area that may form in north Andaman Sea, and intensify and move towards south Odisha a

Andhra Pradesh: Street Vendors Federation Flags Irregularities In Town Vending Committees

The federation further cited a 2025 High Court order prohibiting authorities from issuing further licences until a proper street vending plan was

Woman delivers baby in 108 ambulance in Telangana

Hyderabad: A woman in Telanganas Jagtial district delivered a baby inside the 108 Ambulance early on Wednesday, September 16. According to report

Editorial. Balancing act

MDR on UPI transactions carefully thought-out

Daily Train Service Between Beed and Pune to Launch on September 17

A new daily train service between Beed and Pune will commence on September 17, enhancing connectivity for commuters in Maharashtra. Daily Train S

Bihar Education Minister Mithilesh Tiwari Meets Union Minister Prahlad Joshi in Delhi

In Karwan, 54 in 100 people excluded in SIR have Muslim names

Hyderabad: Karwan went into the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) with 3,83,190 electors. The draft roll published on August 17 carries 2,41,424,

It took two to tango to set stage for September 17, 1948 in Hyderabad

MDR on UPI Transactions May Bring Back Cash Payments

Petrol pump owners across India have threatened to stop accepting UPI payments of 2,000 and above if they are forced to pay 5 as MDR per transact

Spiralling copper prices hit MSMEs in Coimbatore

24-Day Campaign Promises Enhanced Passenger Facilities, Jharkhand Culture, and Smile-Filled Service

Sealdah Rajdhani Engine Breakdown Strands Trains on Dhanbad-Gaya Route

Copper dazzle dull margins for EV, consumer and engineering goods

Copper futures touched a lifetime-high of $14,779 per ton on September 8 and continues to hover above the $14,000 per ton-mark.

Namma Metro: Pink Line may miss September deadline as approvals remain pending

Muslim Youth League protests against Mailampulli toll booth

Members of the Muslim Youth League blocked the Kozhikode-Palakkad National Highway 966 at Mailampulli on Wednesday, September 16, to protest the

Quick commerce gets a festive boost as Ganesh Chaturthi drives demand for idols, modaks

Swiggy Instamart logs 176% year-on-year jump in demand for eco-friendly clay idols during festival

Celebrating PM Modis Birthday: A Nationwide Service Campaign Begins

As PM Modis birthday approaches, a month-long service campaign kicks off, highlighting youth engagement and governance initiatives across India.

SEBI freezes 28 crore, bars broker from derivatives trading over price rigging

Regulator says Mumbai broker and a linked company ran a novel scheme to fake profits in stock futures and options

India should aspire to be among early leaders in emerging technologies: PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi emphasised the importance of close collaboration between the Government and the semiconductor industry in shaping In

Watch: Indias IPO boom: Is grey market premium a valuation sign for retail buyers? | Business Matters

Indias IPO market is witnessing a surge, with new-age businesses and major listings reshaping the primary market. But beyond subscription numbers

Nagaon bypoll: BJP candidate expresses confidence of winning the Lok Sabha seat

Digital Desk | Guwahati, Sep 16 (IANS) Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) candidate Devasish Sharma has expressed confidence in securing strong voter s

Chinese President Xis political purge deepens, over 40 Central Committee members face expulsion

Digital Desk | Naypyidaw, Sep 16 (IANS) As the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) prepares for one of its most extensive leadership purges in years, t

Indigenous T-SHUL BEAM counter-drone system proves capability at Pokhran

IG Defence says the man-portable system uses directional radio-frequency countermeasures to disrupt command, telemetry, video and navigation link

Three robots worked together like an independent science team in NASAs latest test it could change space exploration forever by making decisions without waiting for Earth

NASA tested three robots capable of independent scientific decision-making. These autonomous systems can assess risks and adjust plans without hu

Amazon brings Alexa+ to India, says kids friendly with parental control

Alexa+ is Amazons generative artificial intelligence (AI)-powered personal assistant that is conversational, smarter, deeply personalised, authen

Gold Cards to carry seat numbers, no complimentary cards

Mysuru Dasara website launched; ambassadors from foreign countries were being invited to the celebrations

CM Nayab Singh Saini Slams Punjab Government Over Unemployment and Drug Menace at Ferozepur Rally

No evidence to name anyone behind ED searches: Jarkiholi

IDSFFK lifetime achievement award for animation filmmaker Nina Sabnani

Banks must extend credit to all sectors to strengthen States economy, says Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu

It has to be in accordance with the governments development priorities and the lending targets set should translate into measurable outcomes, he

Criminal Defamation Suit Against Majithia, Harsimrat Badal, and Sukhpal Khaira Over Fabricated Allegations

World Watches Uncouth Desi Fliers in Plane Sight

Videos of boisterous Indian travellers on flights and foreign transit are back in the spotlight, and this time, well-behaved Indians are the angr

Uttarakhand Becomes First State to Implement Uniform Civil Code, Says Mahamandaleshwar Karoli Shankar Mahadev

Uttarakhand is the first state to implement the Uniform Civil Code, with other states following suit, according to Mahamandaleshwar Karoli Shanka

Commerce Department pitches for five-year extension of RoDTEP scheme for exporters

Govt also looking at making changes in rules, components of the Export Promotion Mission based on exporters feedback

After 1.27-lakh-crore EV push, NITI Aayog asks States to rethink subsidies, focus on fleets

The prescription marks a sharper focus on where public money can have the greatest impact after years of central and State incentivesFormer Cabin

Severe Period Pain Not Normal, Doctors Warn It Could Be a Hidden Sign of Endometriosis Affecting Fertility

What to do with old newspapers? Try these 5 simple DIY reuse ideas for useful home decor and storage

Transforming old newspapers into functional storage baskets or charming wall decorations offers endless creativity. Simple crafts, such as paper

Bengaluru: Tree park inaugurated in Panathur

The park has been developed on a plot of land belonging to the Forest Department, which in total owns 145 acres in Panathur village, Varthur Hobl

Thoothukudi Corporation plans 100% solar powered ward on pilot basis

Can a 10-Minute 'Lymphatic Walk' Really Cure Swelling and Bloating

PM Surya Ghar holds 132 GW market potential: ISMA

ISMAs assessment is based on national residential electricity consumption, household housing characteristicsand distribution-utility tariffs

Six Orphanage Boys Drown During Ganesh Idol Immersion in Sangareddy

Police registered a case and began an investigation into the circumstances of the drownings and the safety arrangements at the immersion site.

Hardik Pandya not fit, Rishabh Pant not considered as India announce white-ball squad for West Indies series

India has announced its 15-member squad each for the upcoming ODI and T20 International series against West Indies, starting September 27. Rishab

Lokesh urges TDP cadre to gear up for upcoming local body polls

Watch: MEA summons Pakistan envoy after India-Pak naval ships collide | Above the Fold | Sept 16, 2026

India summons Pakistan diplomat after naval vessels collide in the North Arabian Sea.

EQT to invest $50 billion in India by 2030, $30 billion in data centres

Swedish private equity firm expects data centres to draw $30 billion, with the balance allocated to renewable energy and private equity investmen

Concerns Over Drug Trade Rise in Punjab Under AAP Government, Says Haryana Minister

Haryana Minister Ranbir Gangwa expresses concerns about the increasing drug trade in Punjab since the AAP government took office. Concerns Over D

Pesticide industry seeks tighter rules for online sales and traceability

CropLife India wants digital platforms covered by conventional-market regulations and seeks five years of protection for data generated during pr

UPI MDR may squeeze low-cost broking as fund transfers attract charge

Brokers seek clarity on applicability of client-to-broker transfers even when no trade is executed

Why Do We Have Wisdom Teeth and When Should They Be Extracted, Insights Into the Final Molars

Government earns over Rs 5,000 crore from scrap disposal: Union Minister Jitendra Singh

The government has earned over Rs 5,000 crore from scrap disposal during special cleanliness drives. These initiatives have also freed significan

All set for consecration ceremony for Meenakshi Sundareswarar Temple

As thousands of devotees are expected to gather for the consecration after 17 years, the district administration, Corporation and HR&CE Departmen

Deadline for new pension applications extended to Sept. 18

Case registered against Anto Augustine over allegations concerning Keralam Chief Ministers second marriage

FIR alleges that Reporter TV managing director and two unidentified persons conspired to defame the Chief Minister in public by circulating and r