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Macaus Third Five-Year Plan Introduces New Chapter in One Country, Two Systems

Beijing, August 20: The government of the Macau Special Administrative Region officially released its third five-year plan for economic and socia

Rajiv Gandhis contributions to IT, youth recalled

SC Bench sets aside SLP against Telangana High Court judgment on Margadarsi Financiers

Tibet Allocates 1.13 Billion Yuan for Services Development for the Disabled

Beijing, August 20: The China Disabled Persons Federation (CDPF) held a meeting on August 19 in Lhasa regarding support efforts in Tibet. The mee

Chinese court sentences founder of troubled property developer Evergrande to life in prison

The Shenzhen Intermediate People's Court convicted Hui, 67, and Evergrande of engaging in large-scale financial fraud in inflating the group's as

Constitution Protection Committee-Karnataka condemns purification of Kharges rally venue

Bhu Bharathi to streamline records, make State land-dispute-free State: Ponguleti

PM Modi calls for better use of govt data, greater interoperability

PM Modi urges government departments to break data silos, improve interoperability and use AI with human judgement to strengthen governance and c

Madurai Collector, officials inspect arrangements for Meenakshi Sundareswarar Temple consecration ceremony

The Collector instructs officials to diligently perform the tasks assigned to them; adequate security arrangements should be made, and access rou

India-Bangladesh Ganga Water Treaty not in Bihars interests, says JD(U)s Sanjay Jha

The two countries are yet to hold the last round of talks on the renewal of the treaty that will expire on December 31, 2026

Govt reappoints Anand Mahindra to RBI Board; Somanath Panicker joins

Both will serve as part-time, non-official directors for four years from August 20, 2026, or until further orders, whichever is earlier

Paper leaks: A state capacity problem

Setting aside the question of the necessity of national qualifying examinations, high-quality parastatal agencies are essential to administering

Pakistan Assembly passes bills reshaping military and nuclear command

Pakistan Assembly passes bills reshaping military and nuclear command

SEBI curbs cool F&O participation by 20%, but traders still lose 91,685 crore

Active individual traders fall 20 per cent in FY26, first decline since FY16; average loss per trader rises 2.4 per cent

Jharkhand Candidates Protest Against Cancellation of JSSC-CGL Appointments

Ranchi, August 20: The movement against the cancellation of appointments made through the Jharkhand Staff Selection Commissions Combined Graduate

Caste certificate delay: Govt. likely to extend time for job applications

India, Mexico finalise ToR for preferential trade agreement, signing soon

Proposed pact will cover a limited set of areas, including trade in goods, market access and rules of origin, as India seeks to expand its footpr

Govt. ITIs in Coimbatore extend last date for direct admissions for 2026-27 session till Aug. 31

Only two districts have received normal southwest monsoon in Karnataka

South interior Karnataka has received a deficit of -40%, with the coastal districts at -24%, north interior Karnataka at -20 to 30% and Bengaluru

Home Minister calls for early resolution of pending water-related issues in south India

He says linking major rivers, such as the Brahmaputra and the Cauvery and the Godavari, could ensure India faces no water shortage for the next 1

Failing the test

The appointment of this little-known agency, incorporated in 2010, has raised eyebrows since its promoters are facing accusations of irregulariti

Noida Sector 126 to Get a Modern Model Road at

Noida, August 20: Significant development work is underway in Noidas Sector 126 to enhance transportation, safety, and aesthetics. The Noida Auth

Romania destroys drone near offshore gas project, blames Russia

In the latest incident, the drone that was destroyed was loaded with explosives and did not originate from Ukraine, Defence Minister Radu Miruta

Man posing as transgender rapes air hostess on pretext of 'curing evil eye'

A 25-year-old air hostess was sexually assaulted after a man gained entry to her flat. The accused impersonated a transgender person and claimed

ChatGPT for Teens: What OpenAIs new AI safety features mean for young users

OpenAI has launched ChatGPT for Teens, introducing additional safeguards for users aged 13 to 17, including restrictions on harmful content, pare

Alarming Rise In Crimes By Juveniles In Nalgonda District

Nalgonda recorded a rise in juvenile crimes, with 275 minors arrested in 215 cases last year, prompting concerns over drugs, theft and violent of

RBI Governor Defends Early Closure of FCNR (B) Swap Window

Sanjay Malhotra says stronger dollar inflows prompted data-driven deadline revision

Suspension of ADGP M.R. Ajith Kumar: Keralam govt. denies allegations before CAT

Two get 10 years RI, 24.53 crore fine for cheating 1,062 persons in investment scam

Phone-tapping case: SIT notice to Congress leader Manavatha Roy

Hyderabad: SIT officials issued notices to senior Congress leader Dr Koturi Manavatha Roy on Thursday, August 20, evening, in connection with the

CBI Arrests Notorious Criminal for Job Fraud Linked to Parliament

New Delhi, August 20: The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has successfully apprehended a declared criminal involved in a job fraud case dat

Proposal to rename Kochi metro runs into rough weather

Ernakulam MP Hibi Eden opposes move, calls it strange and unacceptable

South Can Drive Indias Growth: Naidu

The meeting discussed a 24-point agenda covering development and pending issues concerning Andhra Pradesh and other southern states

SIR: How notices will be served and where voters will face hearings

Govt Committed to Vizag Beach Road Makeover: Minister Nadendla

He said the alliance government was taking measures to develop infrastructure and sought the cooperation of local residents.

Chhattisgarh varsity cancels exam after paper leak allegations

The action is taken after students protest, alleging that copies of the question paper were being circulated on social media hours before the exa

Shifting expectations

In the minutes, RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra argued that there was a need to remain watchful of a broadbased increase in inflation and de-anchori

Govt urges industry to use FTAs, focus on value addition and export markets

The government on Thursday nudged the industry to utilise free trade agreements (FTAs), focus on value addition, build resilient supply chains, a

Joe Root equals Sachin Tendulkars record for most fifties in Test cricket

Joe Root achieved a significant milestone by equaling Sachin Tendulkar's record for most Test half-centuries. He scored his 68th fifty during Eng

Walmart reports rare sales miss as consumers cut spending, shares fall

When fuel prices increase and get above $4, perhaps there's a psychological impact to that ... consumers are making trade-offs, CFO John David Ra

Notice for additional security deposit comes as a shocker for micro industries

Jharkhand: Students accuse govt of deceit after HC stays JPSC-JSSC job cancellations

Rory McIlroy has a warning for LIV players eyeing a PGA Tour comeback

Rory McIlroy stated LIV Golf players should not expect easy PGA Tour returns. He questioned the value LIV players brought to the breakaway circui

Mahua Maji Criticizes Mineral Amendment Bill as Unjust to Indigenous People

Ranchi, August 20: Mahua Maji, a Rajya Sabha MP from the Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM), has voiced strong opposition to the Mines and Minerals (De

Karnataka Assembly adopts BDA Bill to reduce regularisation charges for 1.11 lakh houses

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Alibaba's quarterly revenue up 9%, misses adjusted profit due to AI spend

Alibaba's capital expenditure rose 75% to 67.68 billion yuan in the quarter ended June 30, as it continued to invest in AI infrastructure.

Mahua Maaji Criticizes Mineral Amendment Bill as Injustice to Indigenous People

Ranchi, August 20: Mahua Maaji, a Rajya Sabha MP from the Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM), has voiced strong opposition to the Mines and Minerals (D

2.98 lakh URLs sent for takedown; I4C flags scams, CSAM and other unlawful content

Government departments requested removal of nearly 2.98 lakh URLs from social media platforms. States accounted for the majority of these takedow

Humanoid robots nearing ChatGPT moment as physical AI advances: Unitree CEO

Shares in China's best-known humanoid robot maker fell 11% on Thursday, a day after soaring nearly sixfold in their market debut

Virgin Australia admits wheelchair user's mobility device was wrongly assessed

Virgin Australia has issued an apology to Shane Hryhorec after he was removed from a flight due to a misunderstanding regarding the safety of his

Quote of the day by Julianne Moore: 'Loving someone is giving them the power to...' Life lessons from inspirational quote on real love, emotional vulnerability, choice, trust, courage and mutual respect

Quote of the day by Julianne Moore explores the meaning of love, trust and emotional vulnerability. Her words explain why loving someone means ac

Yes Bank's Rs 600-crore loan assignment faces EOW complaint over fund flow

Yes Banks Rs crore loan assignment faces EOW complaint over fund flow

New Jersey KPMG employee chooses soft retirement after severe illness left her battling brain fog and burnout; now works 20 hours a week with key benefits

A KPMG employee in New Jersey Tina Bonnano turned to soft retirement after serious illness, brain fog and burnout made her 50- to 60-hour workwee

Derivatives trader base falls for first time in four years in FY26: SEBI study

Despite the moderation, retail traders continued to be the largest cohort of traders, SEBI study noted

Tech EVs squeeze 50 lakh luxury market: BMW & Merc Defend Turf

BMW and Mercedes-Benz face fierce competition in Indias luxury market as electric SUVs disrupt pricing and customer preferences

Watch: CAA applications: Eight State Collectors empowered to grant citizenship| Above the Fold | 20.08.2026

CAA citizenship applications: Why has the Centre shifted pending cases to District Collectors in 8 States and UTs?

New High Court Bench to Benefit Ladakh Residents

New Delhi, August 20: Residents of Ladakh will no longer need to travel to Jammu and Kashmir for justice. The central government has announced th

Premier League 2026/27: Everything you need to know ahead of the new season

The 2026/27 Premier League season begins with Arsenal defending their title and three promoted clubs returning to the top flight. With nine Engli

They all came here to party...: DeSantis calls out AOC, Pritzker over lockdown-era Florida trips

Delhi Master Plan 2047 eyes private investment for 4 mn affordable homes

Plan promotes small-format housing and redevelopment of slums and unauthorised colonies, while pushing high-density growth, transit-oriented deve

John Paul DeJoria was once homeless and recycled soda bottles for money; then he turned $700 into a billion-dollar empire

John Paul DeJoria's inspiring journey from the depths of poverty and homelessness to co-founding both John Paul Mitchell Systems and Patrn Spirit

Missing for 3 days, MSc student's decomposed body found in boyfriend's washroom

Missing for days MSc students decomposed body found in boyfriends washroom

Strong demand at RBI liquidity mop-up auctions; another 1.5 trn on Friday

RBI receives cumulative bids of Rs 1.91 trillion against the notified Rs 1.5 trillion as banks seek higher returns amid surplus liquidity and sof

UCBs may be small, but their risk environment is far larger: RBI Dy Guv Swaminathan

Greater digital adoption and reliance on external technology providers are expanding the risk landscape for smaller banks, demanding stronger saf

Congress Leader Demands Relief for Farmers from Mortgage Records

Bhopal, August 20: Senior Congress leader and former Chief Minister of Madhya Pradesh, Digvijaya Singh, has written a letter to Chief Minister Mo

US debt crosses $40tn but everyone still trusts Uncle Sam. But for how long?

Thai, Myanmar military chiefs meet as post-coup thaw progresses

Bangkok said the talks focused on ways to enhance security cooperation on the nations' 2,400-kilometre (1,500-mile) border, where the war in Myan

HDFC Bank returns to dollar bond market, eyes at least $1 billion issue

India's largest private sector lender seeks to tap three- and five-year bonds in its second dollar issuance in two months, as banks capitalise on

Aditya Birla Capital enters gold loan biz; targets 1,000 branches in 3 years

It will start with opening up to 300 gold loan branches by the end of FY27 across high-potential markets

Civil Servants Vital to Viksit Bharat: VP

VP calls on young officers to drive inclusive development towards Viksit Bharat 2047

Choosing a baby girl name for 2026? These beautiful Asian names tell a story of their own

Anticipating a baby girl in 2026? Parents can find a wealth of beautiful Asian names to consider. Japanese names often highlight elements of natu

The Standard expands India GCC, targets nearly 400 employees by year-end

The Standards India GCC operations were established in November 2025, while the Bengaluru office was inaugurated in April 2026

Congress Launches Organization Creation Campaign Ahead of Kolkata Municipal and 2029 Lok Sabha Elections

Kolkata, August 20: The Congress party has initiated an Organization Creation campaign to strengthen its presence in the Kolkata Municipal Corpor

NAMASTE to be expanded to rural India, include more workers

NCSC flags high rejection rate in self-employment scheme; of almost 1 lakh sewer and septic tank workers identified under the scheme, only 810 ap

Former OSD to Minister Konda Surekha, five others booked for assaulting businessman

Pulse Pharma gets DGCI nod for nano-carrier entrapped Vitamin D3 oral dispersion

Telangana MPs Demand Improved Railway Connectivity, Accuse Central Government of Neglect

Hyderabad, August 20: In Telangana, Members of Parliament have presented several demands to the central government regarding railway infrastructu

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Indias key reservoirs storage tops 60% of capacity

However, 35% of dams are half empty as the level increases to 117.773 BCM of the 183.565 BCM capacity

Real snake: Orry accuses Akanksha Chamola of milking Gaurav Khanna's fame

Real snake Orry accuses Akanksha Chamola of milking Gaurav Khannas fame

Can free public technology break the private coaching industry? | In Focus Podcast

Can government coaching classes break private coaching industry? AICTE Chief Coordinating Officer Buddha Chandrasekhar and Theory of Physics co-f

Situation could aggravate if rainfall remains deficient, says Irrigation Minister

MC Foundation launches accelerator for energy deeptech startups

The programme will select around 30 startups and offer up to Rs 2 crore in milestone-linked convertible funding, along with access to pilot sites

Possibility of Bangladesh PM's India visit 'slim' without mutual trust, 'dignified' invitation: Adviser