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Karnataka Directs Gram Panchayats to Permit Only Eco-Friendly Clay Ganesh Idols

The direction comes ahead of the Ganesh festival on September 14

Two More Accused Seek Government Witness Status in Kannada Superstar Darshan Murder Case

Bengaluru, August 6: A new development has emerged in the high-profile Renukaswamy murder case connected to Kannada superstar Darshan. Following

Karnataka Govt, Anthropic Discuss Long-Term AI Partnership Across Key Sectors

Shivakumar, along with Minister for Electronics, IT/BT and Home Priyank Kharge, met the Anthropic delegation as part of the state's efforts to en

Startup founder who earned Rs 30,000 now invests Rs 52 lakh in SIPs every month

A startup founder has revealed that he and his family invest Rs 52 lakh every month through mutual fund SIPs and now have a net worth of Rs 67 cr

CSIR-NAL Recruitment Alert: 89 Positions Available, Walk-In Interviews Starting August 10

Bengaluru, August 6: Exciting news has emerged for young job seekers preparing for government positions and awaiting vacancy announcements. The C

A Western diet could be feeding colon cancer through gut bacteria, new study reveals

New research reveals Western diets promote colon cancer through gut bacteria. These microbes convert bile acids into compounds that fuel tumor gr

Rajya Sabha passes Appropriation No.3 Bill authorising Rs 54,067 crore excess spending for FY23

The Rajya Sabha approved the Appropriation Bill for excess spending. This bill covers expenditures from the financial year ending March 31, 2023.

Nilekani Task Force Is PM's Damage Control Exercise: Congress

The Modi government showed no political will or sincerity in implementing the Radhakrishnan Committee Report, he alleged.

LoP cannot dictate the chair: Rijiju rebukes Kharge in Rajya Sabha

Chetan Bhagat Joins Viral Trend Inspired by Anupam Kher

Mumbai, August 6: Renowned author Chetan Bhagat was seen following in the footsteps of actor Anupam Kher on Thursday. Known for captivating audie

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Cabinet clears 135.87 km Guwahati-Tezpur corridor of NH-15 in Assam: All about Rs 8,970 crore project

The Cabinet on Thursday (August 6) approved the development of 135.871 km, four-lane access-controlled Guwahati-Tezpur Corridor of NH-15 in Assam

Sensex climbs 374 points on buying in Reliance, ICICI Bank; Nifty ends flat

The 50-share NSE Nifty traded in a narrow range for the day and edged marginally higher by 11.35 points, or 0.05%, to end at 24,636; during the d

GD Naidus story should be part of the syllabus: Madhavan interview | GDN

Actor Madhavan has been fascinated by the life and times of Gopalsamy Doraisamy Naidu so much that he decided to showcase it on the big screen. T

Amanat Kamboj Qualifies for Womens Discus Throw Final at U20 World Athletics Championship

Eugene, August 6: Indian thrower Amanat Kamboj has qualified for the womens discus throw final at the U20 World Athletics Championship, achieving

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Famous quote of the day by Sylvester Stallone: Sylvester Stallone's famous quote, It ain't about how hard you hit. It's about how hard you can ge

Delhi HC rejects wrestler Sushil Kumar's bail plea in Sagar Dhankar murder case

The Delhi High Court has dismissed Olympian wrestler Sushil Kumar's bail plea. This plea was related to the Sagar Dhankar murder case from May 20

Did reducing Jammu and Kashmir to a UT and abrogating its special status make a difference?

Analysis of available data show that the Union government has not delivered on its promise of wide-ranging transformation in Jammu and Kashmir

11 fishermen apprehended by Sri Lankan Navy near Needuntheevu islet

The 11 fishermen were fishing in a fibre boat, which was reportedly an unregistered trawler. The trawler developed a technical snag and went out

No proposal to blend ethanol with jet fuel, Aviation Minister Rammohan Naidu on claims made by Kejriwal

Civil Aviation Minister K Rammohan Naidu on Thursday rejected claims of ethanol blending in aviation turbine fuel (ATF). Naidu said there is no p

Bombay HC clarifies PoP idol immersion case limited to environmental impact

Court states litigation does not seek to interfere with religious practices; when the Bench asked the counsel if he could place any old Hindu scr

Kolkatas Elliot Park Unveils Natural Beauty as View-Blockers Removed

Kolkata, August 6: Following the directives of West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari, view-blockers have been removed from a popular public

MLA Sharanagowda Kandkur escorts rival Baburao Chinchansur during visit to Kadechur Badiyal Industrial Area in Yadgir

Mr. Kandkur was seen holding the hand of former minister Baburao Chinchansur while accompanying Medical Education Minister Sharan Prakash Patil t

Chiranjeevi Team Dismisses AP Brand Ambassador Rumours?

Earlier, reports stated that the Andhra Pradesh government is considering appointing the veteran actor as the state's official Brand Ambassador.

Passenger held for trying to open emergency exit on Kochi-bound flight

A passenger was detained by police after attempting to unlock an emergency exit. He also damaged the exit door's windowpane and intimidated fello

Rupee falls 16 paise to close at 95.24 against U.S. dollar

Forex traders said the rupee was pressured by a slight recovery in the U.S. dollar index and foreign fund outflows, even as lower crude oil price

Anmol Kharbs Journey Ends at Korea Masters, Tanvi Sharma Advances to Next Round

Seoul, August 6: Indias Anmol Kharb faced an early exit at the Korea Masters. In a challenging pre-quarterfinal match against Vietnams Olympian V

Soccer: FIFA governance debate set to outlive Morocco truce despite backing for Infantino

FIFA apologized for mistakes in a World Cup commercial rights proposal after member federations complained. A review will now be conducted before

Europes wildfires and the changing taste of French wine | The Climate Economy

From record-breaking wildfires and smoke taint to the earliest harvests in 600 years, climate change is directly threatening Frances celebrated w

Xbox Disc to Digital Programme: Microsoft's reported 'Positron' feature could let gamers convert physical discs into digital licenses. Check all details

Microsoft is reportedly preparing an Xbox Disc to Digital Programme for August 2026. This feature will let players convert physical game discs in

From Rs 36 crore to Rs 180 crore: PM Modi's foreign travel bill jumps 5x since 2021

Tamil Nadus Chief Minister Unveils Inclusive Development Budget for 2026-27

Chennai, August 6: Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay congratulated Finance Minister N. Mari Wilson and Agriculture and Farmers Welfare Minister R.

Awarapan 2 gets U/A 16+ certificate ahead of release; Emraan Hashmi film's plot and runtime revealed

Emraan Hashmi is returning as Shivam Pandit after almost two decades, and the film's loyalists can't keep calm. The trailer for Awarapan 2 was re

Rajya Sabha Clears Appropriation (No.3) Bill, 2026

Upper House approves excess grants for FY2022-23 expenditure, including Railway Ministry dues and debt repayment.

Ladakh to launch India's first high-altitude wildlife safari, LG approves eco-tourism initiative

Ladakh is set to embark on a groundbreaking initiative by launching India's first high-altitude wildlife safari focused on eco-tourism. This vent

India needs to ease land acquisition process for industries to attract investments: NITI vice-chairman

NITI Aayog's Ashok Kumar Lahiri highlighted easing land acquisition for industrial investment. He stressed the need for increased domestic saving

School holiday tomorrow, August 7: Will schools remain closed as IMD issues heavy rainfall alerts for several states?

School holiday tomorrow, August 7: On August 7, India can anticipate heavy to very heavy rainfall across various regions. While a nationwide scho

Youth Protest Erupts Over CJP Core Committee Decisions in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar

Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, August 6: A significant controversy has emerged in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar regarding the core committee of the Cockr

Milton and Feeding India collaborate to distribute steel tiffin boxes to children

Milton and Feeding India collaborate to distribute steel tiffin boxes to children

Fiscal federalism, efficiency versus equity concerns

The Sixteenth Finance Commission risks moving away from its core mandate of acting as an equalising force within the federation

Maharashtra resident doctors call off strike after Bombay HC order, OPD services to function normally

The Maharashtra resident doctors on Thursday called off strike after Bombay High Court took cognisance of the matter. Notably, the Bombay High Co

Ease Land Acquisition for Industries to Attract Investments: NITI Vice-Chairman

Land acquisition for not only industrial projects but even government-sponsored infrastructure projects suffers several impediments, including le

Lok Sabha passes Bill enabling Centre to allow UPI charges, MDR on digital payments

The Lok Sabha approved amendments to the Payment and Settlement Systems Act. This change empowers the government to permit charges on digital pay

Shubman Gill suffers injury scare while training ahead of Test series vs Sri Lanka, what exactly happened?

India captain Shubman Gill suffered a blow to his right thumb while batting in the nets ahead of the two-match Test series against Sri Lanka , sl

Meet the insect that can make a bomb: Bombardier beetle creates an explosion using its own body chemicals to escape predators

Most insects run or hide when threatened. The bombardier beetle does something far more dramatic. It triggers a chemical explosion inside its own

Sambhal Violence Mob Aimed to Disrupt Mosque Survey, Says Court Commissioner

A day after judicial panel's report was tabled in the UP Assembly, Hindu side seeks debate as commissioner alleges attack on survey team was plan

Odisha Vigilance Arrests Three in 55.69 Lakh Embezzlement Case

Bhubaneswar, August 6: Odisha Vigilance has arrested three individuals on charges of embezzling over 55.69 lakh. The arrested include a former ju

Lok Sabha passes bill paving way for UPI charges: What the new law means for users, merchants and banks

The Lok Sabha on Thursday passed a key amendment to the Payment and Settlement Systems Act, 2007, empowering the Central government to allow bank

CBI arrests fugitive wanted in 2021 post poll murder of WB BJP leader

He had been on the run since August 25, 2021, when the case was registered

Complaint Filed Against Mehbooba Mufti Over Alleged Tricolour Disrespect

Police complaint seeks action under the Prevention of Insults to National Honour Act over alleged inverted display of the national flag during Sr

BRICS Waves Market 2026 Kicks Off in Mumbai, Focusing on Creative Sector Collaboration and Investment

Mumbai, August 6: The BRICS Waves Market 2026 was inaugurated in Mumbai on Thursday under Indias BRICS presidency. This two-day international eve

Naidu speaks on Air India Phuket-Delhi turbulence; announces LoIs for 11 new FTOs

Sambhal violence report: Mob intended to attack survey team, says court commissioner

A judicial commission report on Sambhal violence, tabled in the Uttar Pradesh Assembly, has concluded that clashes during a court-ordered survey

Milky Mist IPO to open on August 11

IPO comprises a fresh issue of equity shares aggregating up to 1,428 crore and an Offer For Sale (OFS) of up to 125 crore

Psychology says people who keep changing radio channels to listen good songs aren't always looking for better music: What this behavior reveals?

Psychology says people who keep changing radio channels to listen good songs aren't always searching for one particular track. This habit can be

Why has Indias hockey jersey turned saffron? | In Focus podcast

Uthra Ganesan explains why the national team has traditionally worn blue, what went on behind the scenes at Hockey India and why the move to saff

Mid-air panic on Kuala Lumpur-Kochi flight as passenger attempts to open emergency exit

A passenger was arrested for allegedly attempting to open the emergency exit of a Kuala LumpurKochi flight, threatening fellow passengers and cab

Kerala set to launch 'My Police Station' initiative for improved citizen engagement

The initiative, which will be unveile on August 15, is aimed at improving accessibility and accountability, according to Home Minister Ramesh Che

Indian Womens Cricket Team to Tour South Africa in December 2026 for T20 Series

Johannesburg, August 6: The Indian womens cricket team will tour South Africa in December 2026, featuring a three-match T20 series. Cricket South

SCoR executing projects worth 54,479 crore, says General Manager

General Manager Sandeep Mathur said the zone, formed on June 1, expects originating revenue of 15,500 crore and freight loading of over 100 milli

Kerala govt orders probe into alleged EVM hacking scam targeting Assembly poll candidates

Move after Congress leader Rajmohan Unnithan, MP, submits complaint to State police

Apex Court rejects self-styled godman and convicted rapist Asaram's interim bail

The apex court refused interim bail to self-styled godman and rape convict Asaram on health grounds but allowed him to engage a trained caretaker

Opposition Walks Out of Rajya Sabha, Demands Amit Shah's Statement

Congress and allied parties protest police action against students as Upper House witnesses repeated disruptions.

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Tambaram police bust gang trafficking ganja through India Post parcels

Investigation revealed that turmeric powder had been sprinkled over the contraband to mask its odour during transportation, while the parcels wer

Kerala HC Grants Bail to Six More Accused in ED Attack Case

The High Court granted bail saying that according to the prosecution the investigation was almost over, the accused had no criminal antecedents i

Passenger arrested for attempting to open emergency exit on Kochi-bound flight from Kuala Lumpur mid-air

FIR says he tried to force open the aircrafts emergency exit, damaged its window panel and threatened fellow passengers, thereby endangering safe

ABVP to continue 'democratic protests' against exam, recruitment irregularities

'Is PM Seeking to Dilute UPI, Open Digital Payments to US Firms?' Cong

The cost will inevitably be borne by ordinary people who will now have to pay to use UPI transactions, he said.

Beyond the bedroom: why erectile dysfunction deserves medical attention

An occasional episode after exhaustion, heavy alcohol consumption, emotional strain or poor sleep is common, and does not necessarily indicate a

Cabinet clears Rs 23,731 crore GOBARdhan biogas scheme, Rs 8,970 crore Assam highway

The Union Cabinet approved two significant projects totaling over Rs 32,000 crore. The GOBARdhan scheme aims to boost biogas production nationwid

'Is PM seeking to dilute UPI, open digital payments sector to US businesses': Congress

Congress criticizes a new government bill concerning digital payments. The party alleges the bill could weaken UPI and favor American companies.

Bombay High Court Issues Warning to Striking Doctors, Orders Immediate Return to Work

Mumbai, August 6: The Bombay High Court has taken suo motu cognizance of the ongoing strike by doctors. In a stern warning to the protesting doct

Once-in-a-century moment on August 12: Spain village to go dark twice amid total solar eclipse and Perseid meteor shower

Avellanosa de Mu will witness Spain's first total solar eclipse since 1912. This rare event occurs on August 12, 2026, near sunset. The village o

Sexual harassment case: Brij Bhushan gets rousing welcome after acquittal

Thousands of supporters lined the route from the airport, while flower petals were showered on his convoy using excavators. Slogans of Sher Aaya

DMK seeks adjournment motion on Cauvery dispute, slams TVK governments Agriculture Budget

Udhayanidhi Stalin said the DMK would raise the Cauvery issue in detail during the Assembly proceedings and expressed hope that Chief Minister C.

Hyderabad Task Force arrests serial housebreakers, recovers 12 lakh worth of stolen property

The trio is allegedly involved in 11 cases registered at Gowraram, Sangareddy Town, Pocharam IT Corridor, Nagole, Kushaiguda, Medipally, Vanastha

Wrestler Sushil Kumar Denied Bail in Sagar Dhankhar Murder Case

New Delhi, August 6: Wrestler Sushil Kumar has faced a setback as the Delhi High Court denied his bail application in the murder case of fellow w

As Iran war drags on, Americans are bracing for more chaos in Middle East, Reuters poll finds

According to recent surveys, many Americans fear that the ongoing U.S. war with Iran could destabilize the Middle Eastern region. Disruptions in

How the new generation of left-wing US media is powering progressive candidates

Progressive candidates are winning primaries with help from new left-wing media. These platforms allow candidates to build national profiles and

Atiq Ahmed's youngest son Aban killed in high-speed car crash in Jhansi

Atiq Ahmed's youngest son Aban Ahmad and his friend Sonu died after their SUV crashed into a road divider in Uttar Pradesh's Jhansi district. Pol

Will approach Supreme Court: Tejpal gets 10-year jail in 2013 case, alleges political vendetta

Candidate refused to work on Saturdays in job interview, but still got hired. What he replied on 'being lazy' is going viral

A LinkedIn post about a 25-year-old job candidate who refused to work Saturdays has sparked a discussion about work-life balance, workplace expec

U.S. requests Filipino pastors extradition on sex-trafficking charges: Philippine Ambassador

The 2021 U.S. indictment alleges girls and women between the ages of 12 and 25 were recruited as personal assistants for Quiboloy to prepare his

Iran threatens to hit Gulf states if U.S. launches new strikes

Riyadh urged U.S. President Donald Trump to delay military action, pursue negotiations; Iran bets infrastructure threats can raise pressure witho

CJP to launch 'kya bolti public' campaign next month: Dipke

The CJP founder said that unemployment is a major problem and they will make it a nationwide issue

Psychology says people are more likely to trust someone who admits small mistakes

The most effective workplaces recognize that every communication style has strengths. When organizations create environments where both outspoken

Dan Lawrence Returns to England Squad for Tests Against Pakistan

New Delhi, August 6: England has recalled batting all-rounder Dan Lawrence to its 16-member squad for the first two Tests against Pakistan. Jorda

After Hyderabad-FAST crackdown, kirana merchants body asks police not to target genuine traders

The Association to alert Hyderabad-Food Adulteration Surveillance Team (H-FAST) if any of its member is found to be involved in food adulteration

Tamil Nadu CM Vijay hails State, Agriculture Budgets; says they offer new hope to society

In a post on social media, the Chief Minister congratulated Finance Minister N. Marie Wilson and Agriculture Minister R. Vinoth for presenting wh