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There will be special significance to the India-Pakistan possible match in the Asian Games 2026. The two Asian hog the limelight whenever they are expected to meet in a cricket match. The three matches in...

NCP leader Zeeshan Siddique on Wednesday received a death threat. Absconding gangster Zeeshan Akhtar issued the death threat. He sent the threatening audio message just a short while ago. Zeeshan Akhtar has sent the threatening audio directly to Zeeshan Siddique. Notably, Zeeshan Siddique is currently not in India, however, after receiving the threatening audio, he informed Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis and Mumbai Police Commissioner Deven Bharti about the matter.

In a significant development, the Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on Wednesday suspended the food business licences of four Domino's Pizza outlets in the state including three in Mumbai for alleged violations of food safety and hygiene norms. The fourth outlet is located in Satara district of western Maharashtra, said the FDA headed by IAS officer Tukaram Mundhe in a statement and added that the action was part of a special drive against chain restaurants.

Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav on Wednesday outlined his vision for strengthening economic ties between Madhya Pradesh and Gujarat, saying his government's aim was to ensure that both states prosper together and contribute to...

Paris Saint-Germain and Aston Villa are all set to lock horns in the UEFA Super Cup, an annual match which acts as a curtain raiser to the European club season. The match is played between the most recent winners of the Champions League and the current holders of the Europa League. PSG would have several titles in their sights as they kick off their season after winning the Champions League earlier this year as they go up against the Europa League in the game at the Red Bull Arena in Salzburg, A

The Tamil Nadu government has made 'Tamil Thai Vazhthu', the state's official song, mandatory as the first song to be sung at government events and official programmes across the state. The directive applies to programmes held at educational institutions, universities, government offices, public sector undertakings and other public organisations.

In a piece of good news for the women in the state, the Yogi government has initiated comprehensive transport arrangements to ensure that sisters face no difficulties in reaching their brothers during the auspicious festival of Raksha Bandhan. In this regard, Minister of State for Transport (Independent Charge) Dayashankar Singh has issued directives to operate additional buses across the state for a six-day period, from August 26 to August 31. This government decision aims to provide a safe, sm

The Punjab and Haryana High Court has put the Pharmacy Officer recruitment process on hold until the next hearing in connection with the alleged paper leak and cheating controversy surrounding the Faridkot recruitment examination. The...

The weather is likely to add an unexpected twist to the 80th Independence Day celebrations this year, with the national capital likely to witness rain during the morning hours of August 15. As Prime Minister Narendra Modi prepares to unfurl the Tricolour at the Red Fort and address the nation, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast a generally cloudy sky with spells of very light to light rain.The forecast suggests that rain could begin as early as the night of August 14 and cont

Former Jharkhand Chief Minister Raghubar Das on Wednesday (August 12) threatened to go on a hunger strike if the Hemant Soren-led government failed to recommend a Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) probe into alleged irregularities in recruitment examinations within a week.

The Yogi government is taking strict action against the supply chain of spurious and suspicious medicines. In this ongoing effort, the Uttar Pradesh Food Safety and Drug Administration (FSDA) executed a major operation on Wednesday,...

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Wednesday (August 12) said that a high-level committee will be constituted to recommend comprehensive reforms to the examination system for various government recruitments. Committeeto make recruitment examinations more secure, transparent...

Indian Railways has issued an important advisory for passengers travelling through major railway stations in Delhi ahead of Independence Day. Northern Railway has urged passengers to reach stations well in advance as security checks are being tightened between August 13 and August 16. Passengers have been advised to factor in the additional time required for security screening while planning their journeys. Railway authorities have also appealed to travellers to cooperate fully with security per

Argentine football legend Lionel Messi has hinted at retirement, casting doubts over continuing in the sport after losing his father, Jorge Messi. The Argentina captain shared an emotional post on social media, where he paid tribute to his father and cast doubt over his future.

With Independence Day approaching, kite flying is once again set to become a common sight across Delhi-NCR. From rooftops to open grounds, people traditionally fly kites around August 15. However, Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) has issued a safety warning, urging people not to fly kites near metro lines as kite strings can pose a serious threat to both human lives and metro operations.

The Central Board of Secondary Education, CBSE has declared the Class 12 Compartment exam result 2026. CBSE 12th Compartment scorecard is available for download on the websites - cbse.gov.in, results.cbse.nic.in . CBSE 12th Compartment exam was held on July 28.

The alleged nexus between railway employees and touts involved in the unauthorised sale of Tatkal tickets has come under renewed scrutiny. Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw informed the Lok Sabha on Wednesday that 65 railway employees and 13,580 touts were arrested across Indian Railways between 2023 and June 2026 for offences linked to the misuse of the ticket reservation system. The figures were shared in a written reply to a question raised by Independent MP Patel Umeshbhai Babubhai, who soug

In a significant development, Karnataka Chief Minister DK Shivakumar allocated portfolios to his recently inducted ministers. As per the list shared by the state government, Ramalinga Reddy got Forest & Ecology department, while, Social welfare department went to KH Muniyappa.

Kannada superstar Yash and Radhika Pandit are celebrating 10 years of their engagement today, August 12. To celebrate the occasion, Radhika posted an unseen video from their engagement in 2016. It showed how the duo got ready until they slipped rings on each other's fingers and started their happily ever after.

Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju on Wednesday said he is totally frustrated for the first time in his life, he is witnessing a scenario where the government wants a discussion in Parliament, yet the opposition...

While the Taj Mahal has been considered one of the greatest love symbols in the world for a very long time, there is now a small-scale Taj Mahal replica that has been built inside a family's home in Burhanpur, Madhya Pradesh. Video footage of the unique home has gained massive popularity online because of its architecture and history.

The prolonged deadlock in Parliament continues with only a day left for the monsoon session to end. Amidst sloganeering by the opposition, Lok Sabha today passed a resolution sending the FCRA (Foreign Contributions Regulatory Act)...

Benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty extended their decline on Thursday as escalating geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, a renewed surge in crude oil prices and heavy selling in Tata Group stocks combined to weigh...

BJP MP Nishikant Dubey on Wednesday launched a scathing attack on Congress leader Rahul Gandhi , calling him a worse leader than Pakistan founder Muhammad Ali Jinnah while taking a swipe at the Congress MP over theongoing students' protest in Jharkhand. The BJP MP further said the Congress should withdraw its support to theJharkhandgovernment to show that it stood with the protesting students. He also stated that otherwise, it would appear that the party was working on George Soros' agenda.

The committee investigating Justice Yashwant Varma has found all three allegations against him proven in its report. The committee stated that a large quantity of burnt and partially burnt Rs 500 notes were found in the storeroom of his official residence, but Justice Varma could not provide a satisfactory explanation for the source or ownership of these notes. According to the report, a fire broke out in the storeroom of his official residence at 30 Tughlaq Crescent, Delhi, on the night of Marc

Tata Sons Chairman N Chandrasekaran has announced that he will step down when his current term ends on February 20, 2027. Chandrasekaran, widely known as Chandra, has been with the company for the past 40 years. Chandra said he had informed the Tata Sons board that he would not offer himself for reappointment when his term ended and asked to settle on a successor soon to ensure a smooth transition. He said leading the group over the past decade had been a great honour and a profound responsibili

The government has sent the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Amendment Bill, 2026 (FCRA) to a Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC) for detailed examination. The move comes amid concerns raised by the Opposition over the provisions of the FCRA Amendment Bill .The Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Amendment Bill, 2026, has so far not been listed on the agenda of the Lok Sabha for consideration and passing.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged reel-loving Gen Z to look beyond social media reels, saying that in the era of reels, they should remember that shortcut will cut you short. Speaking at the launch of former president Ram Nath Kovind's autobiography Triumph of the Indian Republic: My Life, My Struggles, he urged young people to read autobiographies and took example of Kovind's life on how determination could help a person overcome adversity and rise to the highest constitutional office.

The protest by students associated with the JPSC JSSC Reform Manch continued through the night, with students maintaining that the agitation will not end until their key demands are addressed. Student spokesperson Piyush Kumar Singh, who has also been part of the student delegation, spoke about the situation at the protest site and the students' plans going forward.

Oracle is reportedly gearing up for another round of layoffs. As per the latest reports shared by Business Insider, the managers across the domains in the leading tech company have been asked to pinpoint employees who might be listed in the removal list. The plan is to wrap up the layoffs before the second fiscal quarter of the organisation starts on September 1 (2026). Some teams are further looking at deep cuts that could be double-digit percentage losses. But no one outside knows yet how many

N Chandrasekaran reportedly resigns as Tata Sons Chairman, TCS shares fall nearly 4%

The fuel prices in Himachal Pradesh got increased as Sukhvinder Singh-led Congress government imposed a widow and orphan cess of 60 paise per litre on petrol and diesel. Similarly, an additional cess of 60 paise...

The State Bank of India (SBI) clerk application process has been started, the candidates who wish to apply for SBI Clerk post can do so on the official website - sbi.bank.in. The last date to...

Sensex, Nifty Today: Indian equity benchmark indices, the Sensex and Nifty, opened flat with a cautious undertone, as persistent uncertainty surrounding the US-Iran negotiations continues to weigh on investor sentiment. While the 30-share BSE Sensex added 109.08 points or 0.13 per cent to start the session at 78,263.33, the Nifty opened flat with a gain of only 0.75 points to open at 24,472.45. In the last trading session, the Sensex closed at 78,154.25 and the Nifty 50 at 24,471.70. However, th

The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has tightened packaging norms for pan masala under its latest amendment, specifying the packaging materials that can be used for the product. Under the new regulations,...

Delhi has reported 1,344 H1N1 cases this season , compared with 229 during the corresponding period last year. The sharp rise is more than just a number, according to Dr Arjun Khanna , HOD, Pulmonology, Amrita Hospital, Faridabad. He described the increase as a warning that influenza is circulating aggressively across Delhi-NCR.

The National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET PG) city intimation slip 2026 has been released, the city intimation slip link is available for download on the official website - natboard.edu.in . NEET PG city slip login credentials are - user ID and password. NEET PG is scheduled to be held on August 30.

A massive fire broke out in a on the 11th floor of a highrise on Baptista Road in Vile Parle (West) in Mumbai on Tuesday night . A dozen fire tenders rushed to the spot, and firefighters brought the blaze under control after about an hour of effort.The fire fighting team six people trapped in the 11th floor of the flat, however, two people got killed in the blaze, while three others were injured. The injured were admitted to Nanavati Hospital for treatment.

The government has announced a major update for people planning to buy electric vehicles in India as the PM E-DRIVE scheme has been extended until March 31, 2028. However, the incentive available on electric two-wheelers has been reduced, with the subsidy per kilowatt-hour (kWh) cut by half. With the revised rules now in place, prospective EV buyers need to understand how the new incentive structure will affect the benefits available to them.

The Maharashtra government on Tuesday issued road safety directives to all local authorities, ordering an immediate ban on illegally constructed dhabas, eateries and other commercial structures within the Right of Way (ROW) along national highways...

Benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty ended lower on Tuesday as a rebound in crude oil prices and uncertainties around the Middle East weighed on investor sentiment. The 30-share BSE Sensex fell 388.19 points or 0.49 per cent to 78,154.25. During the day, the benchmark hit a high of 78,509.77 and a low of 78,048.26, gyrating 461.51 points. Similarly, the 50-share NSE Nifty ended 112.10 points or 0.46 per cent lower at 24,471.70. However, the broader market ended the session mixed. While the BSE Mid

A woman in Hyderabad says she was left suspicious after a man approached her near Charminar on Saturday night claiming to be a Rapido driver and offering her a ride. She became wary when he could not show a driver ID and she noticed that the scooter he was riding had no number plate.

The process to appoint a new Chief Executive Officer (CEO) for the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust has gained momentum following the alleged misappropriation of donations at the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya. More than 5,300 applications have reportedly been received for the post, of which 18 candidates have been shortlisted for interviews, temple sources said on Monday. The shortlisted candidates are expected to appear before a panel on Tuesday and Wednesday at the temple premises. Candidates

India is a digitally advanced nation when it comes to online money transfer. People are going cashless and doing money transactions through several UPI apps available. With the help of India's Unified Payments Interface, which is being used for almost everyone (from a vegetable seller to an entrepreneur), things have grown simple and smooth for people of all age groups, as it is easy.

Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) chief Sukhbir Singh Badal on Saturday said the party, at a meeting of its senior leaders in Chandigarh, demanded the immediate implementation of the Womens Reservation Bill in the country. He...

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The alleged JPSC exam irregularities matter has moved to the Supreme Court after social worker Harisharan Devgan filed a Public Interest Litigation (PIL). The petition seeks an independent, impartial and time-bound investigation by the Central...

The 18th season of Kaun Banega Crorepati will premiere on August 10, with Amitabh Bachchan returning as host. Sunny Deol and Preity Zinta will take the hot seat in the opening episode, while Aamir Khan...

The government sources said that the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) on Saturday told Meta to revamp its algorithms and provide a compliance roadmap to fight deepfakes, propaganda, and other manipulated or illegal...

Nitesh Tiwari's Ramayana is among the year's most anticipated films. Starring Ranbir Kapoor, Sai Pallavi and Yash, the mythological epic has generated significant buzz since the trailer's release. The English-dubbed trailer of Ramayana has sparked...