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The Inspiring Journey of Dashrath Manjhi: The Mountain Man Who Carved a Road Through a Mountain

New Delhi, August 16: In a small village in Bihar, surrounded by rocky hills and vast isolation, lived a man who refused to accept that geography

Independence Day Article - By Governor of Uttarakhand

Lt Gen Gurmit Singh (Retd) PVSM, UYSM, AVSM, VSM writes:

Students in Ranchi Shift Protest Tactics, Announce Effigy Burning Against Government

Ranchi, August 16: The ongoing student protests against alleged irregularities in the JPSC-JSSC examinations have entered their 23rd day. On Sund

IMD forecasts heavy rain across India as monsoon activity remains strong

The IMD has forecast widespread rainfall across several regions over the coming days, with heavy to extremely heavy rain likely in parts of Odish

India beat Wales 3-1 in Hockey World Cup opener; Harmanpreet Singh scores twice

India opened their FIH Mens Hockey World Cup 2026 campaign in style, defeating Wales 3-1 in their Pool D opener at the Wagener Stadium in Amstelv

US Consulate visa applications flag passport fraud in Hyderabad

Hyderabad: A man landed in trouble after his multiple US visa applications at the consulate in Hyderabad exposed alleged passport fraud. The accu

'Zameen, aasmaan, paataal': NSA Ajit Doval recalls PM Modi's message that shaped Operation Sindoor

Prime Minister Narendra Modi had given a clear directive that perpetrators of the 2025 Pahalgam attack that left 26 people, mostly tourists, dead

CBI re-registers BSP leader Armstrong murder case

Investigators visit scene of crime in Perambur

Qatar Denies Claims of Detaining Iranian Pilots Amid Regional Tensions

Doha, August 16: Qatar has dismissed allegations regarding the detention of Iranian pilots. Amid ongoing diplomatic efforts to reduce regional te

Sonia, Rahul Disrespected Vande Mataram: MP CM Yadav; Seeks Apology

Several BJP leaders also accused Sonia Gandhi of objecting to the singing of the full version of Vande Mataram at the event, a charge that the Co

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Devastating Wildfire in Belgium Consumes 2,000 Hectares of Land

Brussels, August 16: A massive wildfire in Belgium has caused widespread panic, engulfing approximately 2,000 hectares of land. Authorities repor

Quarrel over funeral expenses leads to murder in Hyderabad

Hyderabad: A dispute between two brothers over their fathers funeral expenses led to a murder in Hyderabads Saroornagar on Saturday, August 15. T

Indian Mens Hockey Team Faces England in World Cup Showdown

New Delhi, August 16: The FIH Hockey World Cup 2026 has kicked off, co-hosted by Belgium and the Netherlands from August 15 to 30. The Indian men

Modi pays tribute to Atal Bihari Vajpayee on death anniversary

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday paid tribute to former prime minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee on his death anniversary and said he

Watch: 26 more bodies recovered in Zimbabwe ferry disaster; death toll mounts to 72

Former Bengal Deputy Speaker Ashis Banerjee Found Dead at TMC Office

The exact circumstances leading to his death are yet to be ascertained

Rescue ops continue after Indonesia quake kills 47, injures over 100

Searchers dug through collapsed buildings and landslide debris Sunday in eastern Indonesia as they searched for bodies and possible survivors a d

North Koreas Kim, Russias Putin reaffirm ties on Korean Liberation Day

The North Korean leader expressed hope for the future of ties that had carried forward the history of common struggle for justice and precious tr

Tragic Accident in Karnal: One Dead and Over 20 Injured in High-Voltage Wire Incident

Karnal, August 16: A tragic incident occurred in Karnal district of Haryana late Sunday night. A canter filled with devotees came into contact wi

Sonia, Rahul Gandhi disrespected Vande Mataram: MP CM Yadav; seeks apology

Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav accused senior Congress leaders of insulting the national song Vande Mataram. He demanded an apology fr

'Extraordinary statesman': President Murmu, PM Modi pay tribute to Vajpayee on his death anniversary

Novak Djokovic struggles in heat, vomiting before shock Cincinnati Open defeat

Novak Djokovic struggles in heat vomiting before shock Cincinnati Open defeat

Noida AC skywalk connecting Sector 51 and 52 delayed, here's the new opening date

The much-awaited AC skywalk connecting Noida Sector 51 and Sector 52 metro stations will not open to the public on August 16 as initially planned

Is Netanyahu headed for setback in Israel election? No Trump endorsement raises eyebrows

Rare Conjunction of Nag Panchami and Third Monday of Sawan on August 17

New Delhi, August 16: The Hindu calendar, or Panchang, holds significant importance in Hinduism. It is consulted before undertaking auspicious ac

Indiana floods kill at least 6 as severe storms trigger record river levels

Jharkhand student protest: Don't think I will survive much longer, Prem Nayak on hunger strike alleges Govt apathy

Jharkhand recruitment aspirants plan to intensify their protest over alleged irregularities in JPSC and JSSC examinations, with student leaders a

8th Pay Commission: Final Report by May 2027, Basic Pay Decision Yet to Be Made

The 8th Pay Commission has completed nine months since its formation, but no recommendation has yet been received regarding the fitment factor or

Enzo Fernandez booed by Chelsea supporters after transfer drama

Enzo Fernandez booed by Chelsea supporters after transfer drama

UFC 330 fight card: Full list of matchups, date, India time, where to watch Islam Makhachev vs Ian Garry and other details

Islam Makhachev defends his welterweight championship against Ian Machado Garry at UFC 330. Mackenzie Dern also defends her strawweight title aga

Former Bengal deputy speaker Asish Banerjee found hanging at TMC office

Ashis Banerjee, former deputy speaker of West Bengal assembly, was found dead. His body was discovered hanging at a Trinamool Congress office in

Ashis Banerjee, former Bengal Dy Speaker, found hanging at TMC office

Former TMC MLA Ashis Banerjee was found hanging at a party office. Police sources reported the discovery on Sunday morning in Birbhum district. A

Leaders Pay Tribute to Swami Ramakrishna Paramahamsa on His Death Anniversary

New Delhi, August 16: On the death anniversary of the revered saint, spiritual guru, and thinker Swami Ramakrishna Paramahamsa, leaders across th

Flores earthquake toll hits 47 as rescuers race through landslides

Flores earthquake toll hits as rescuers race through landslides

'Toxic' star Yash addresses Rashmika Mandanna's 'Mr Showoff' remark

Yash revisited a 2017 comment by Rashmika Mandanna on a TV show. He explained that opinions do not define his personality or career. Yash stated

Operation Sindoor exposed limits of Pakistan's nuclear deterrence: Report

Iran Warns France Against Interference in Internal Affairs

Tehran, August 16: Irans Ministry of Intelligence has issued a warning to the French government regarding illegal interference in Irans internal

Hyundai IONIQ 5 Sales Fall 68% in July, Only 8 Units Sold

Hyundai IONIQ 5 had a disappointing sales performance in July 2026. The electric SUV was purchased by only eight customers during the month. Hyun

Always proud: Kim Jong Un hails Russia ties in message to Putin

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un and Russian President Vladimir Putin have reaffirmed their close relationship. Their countries are actively coope

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Asish Banerjee, Ex Bengal Deputy Speaker, Found Dead At Trinamool Office

Asish Banerjee served as deputy speaker when Trinamool head Mamata Banerjee was chief minister. He was a five-time MLA from Rampurhat

PM Modi pays tribute to Atal Vihari Vajpayee on death anniversary

Prime Minister Narendra Modi remembered former prime minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee. He called Vajpayee an extraordinary statesman with remarkable

80th Independence Day: Britain still owes India an honest reckoning, not silence

th Independence Day Britain still owes India an honest reckoning not silence

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Schooldays, punishments and the red stage

Schools have beem encouraged to adopt more constructive and child-friendly approaches to discipline

TiHAN-IIT Hyderabad Launches 6-Month AI Course; Check Details

TiHAN at IIT Hyderabad offers a six-month online AI and ML certification course with no prior coding needed.

World shunning globalisation, need strong manufacturing base: PM Modi

Life-threatening conditions: Hurricane Lala hits Hawaii, leaves 42,000 without power

Life-threatening conditions: Hurricane Lala hits Hawaii, leaves 42,000 without power

Mitchell Starc, Mehidy Hasan Miraz clash: What happened during Darwin Test moment? Check viral video here

Mitchell Starc and Mehidy Hasan Miraz had a tense exchange during a Test match. Miraz ran through the protected pitch area, drawing an umpire's w

Magnus Carlsen defends Esports World Cup title after unbeaten run

Magnus Carlsen defends Esports World Cup title after unbeaten run

Morning Digest: Jharkhand students demand CMs resignation, ask Congress to withdraw support from coalition; BCI chairman apologises to law students amid enrolment ban row, and more

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News in Frames | Keep calm and colour on

The Natural Dye Processing and Incubation Centre is developing biodegradable paints and colours from natural dyes as safer alternatives to synthe

Leaders Pay Tribute to Brave Queen Avantibai Lodhi on Her Birth Anniversary

New Delhi, August 16: On the birth anniversary of the great freedom fighter, Queen Avantibai Lodhi, several leaders, including Uttar Pradesh Chie

Hajji Mohammed Fazal elected new president of FIANZ

Auckland: Hajji Mohammed Fazal has been elected the new President of the Federation of Islamic Associations of New Zealand (FIANZ), taking on one

Horoscope Today, August 16, 2026: Know the Forecast for All 12 Zodiac Signs

Udaipur, August 16: The planetary positions are indicating positive developments for several zodiac signs today. Gemini, Cancer, Virgo, Scorpio,

MP CM Yadav claims Sonia, Rahul disrespected Vande Mataram

Bhopal: Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav on Saturday, August 15, accused senior Congress leaders Sonia Gandhi and Rahul Gandhi of insult

Qatar Denies Detaining Iranian Pilots, Calls Reports Misleading

Qatar's statement came after Iran's Fars News Agency reported that three military pilots had been captured by Qatari forces

West Godavari: Four Missing, One Rescued After Car Falls into Canal

All five were travelling from Ogidi village towards East Godavari district when the accident occurred. Police reached the spot, and rescue operat

Mumbai and Surat bullet train stations take shape, latest visuals show construction progress

The Mumbai-Ahmedabad High-Speed Rail Corridor is beginning to take shape at its key stations, with fresh visuals showing the progress at Mumbai's

A long road back: Devdutt Padikkal makes his second chance count in Tests

A long road back Devdutt Padikkal makes his second chance count in Tests

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Australia gun buyback to start in November, PM Albanese says

New South Wales will begin a gun buyback program in November. This initiative follows a shooting spree that tragically killed fifteen people. Aus

Berkshire Hathaway reshuffles portfolio, raises Alphabet and homebuilder stakes

Berkshire Hathaway is undergoing a notable transformation in its investment approach. The company has notably augmented its investments in Alphab

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Diesel is not dead, but it has become an SUV fuel

Diesel is not dead but it has become an SUV fuel

'Scoring off the field:' How football helped two global leaders to achieve their goals

Scoring off the field How football helped two global leaders to achieve their goals

Cordes Bridge Illuminated in Tricolor Celebrating India-Israel Friendship

Jerusalem, August 16: On the occasion of Indias 80th Independence Day, Israels iconic Cordes Bridge was illuminated in the colors of the Indian f

Worry about own safety: Iran's 'food truck' swipe at Trump over Hormuz threat

Worry about own safety Irans food truck swipe at Trump over Hormuz threat

Houston Indian diaspora marks India's 80th Independence Day with fervour

Houston Indian diaspora marks Indias th Independence Day with fervour

Bond traders agonise over $70 bn of shadow credit backstops for AI firms

With its latest move, Nvidia is poised to provide potentially tens of billions of dollars of what's called esidual value support for debt deals

Prashant Kishor demands probe into Roshan Yadav's alleged custody death

Prashant Kishor demanded a thorough investigation into Roshan Yadav's alleged custodial death. Yadav's family claims he was beaten to death while

Fraud poses as civic official, takes shopkeepers for a 'ride' in Bhopal; arrested

Fraud poses as civic official takes shopkeepers for a ride in Bhopal arrested

Teen opens fire at Virginia State University campus, 5 injured

Virginia: Police arrested a 19-year-old found hiding in a dormitory closet at Virginia State University on Saturday in connection with an overnig

Vande at Red Fort gave me goosebumps: Amit Shah

7.99 lakh Waqf properties listed on UMEED Central Portal-2025

New Delhi: The enlisting of as many as 7.99 lakh Waqf properties has been completed on the UMEED Central Portal-2025 on August 7, according to of

In 2024, a Google Maps user found a giant meteorite crater scientists had missed

Amateur astronomer Jol Lapointe has unveiled a massive impact crater in Quebec known as the Uhackatik structure, formed by a meteorite 390 millio

Japan aims for the moons of Mars

Japan's MMX mission will blast off soon to collect Martian moon samples. The spacecraft will orbit Mars for three years and land on Phobos. This

Congress: New name for opposition, sign of desperation

Jerusalems Cords Bridge Illuminated in Indian Colors, Symbolizing India-Israel Friendship

Jerusalem, August 16: On the occasion of Indias 80th Independence Day, Israels iconic Cords Bridge was illuminated in the colors of the Indian fl

Qatar calls Irans claim misleading, denies capturing 3 pilots after March strike

What Bessent's Economic Isolation Of Iran Could Look Like

While the Trump administration hasn't said what it's planning to do, there are still pressure points that Bessent's Treasury Department could hit