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Why did Pirates wear eye patches? Are they blind? Unique history behind one of the world's most famous pirate myths

Most pirates were probably not blind in one eye, and eye patches were likely far less common than popular culture suggests. Yet the combination o

Mithali Raj Backs Shafali Verma and Jemimah Rodrigues for T20 Captaincy

New Delhi, July 18: Former captain of the Indian womens cricket team, Mithali Raj, expressed her support for Shafali Verma and Jemimah Rodrigues

Chabahar Port Remains Unscathed Amid US Airstrikes, Confirms Indian Ministry of External Affairs

New Delhi, July 18: The Indian Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) clarified on Friday that the Chabahar Port terminal, developed by India in Iran

1 in 4 Kerala candidates skips NEET, Rajasthan posts 69% success

NEET-UG 2026 attendance revealed regional disparities across India. Kerala, Tamil Nadu, and Karnataka experienced significant candidate absenteei

They reopened their books & rewrote their NEET story

Medical aspirants demonstrated remarkable resilience after the NEET-UG exam cancellation. Many students faced renewed preparation challenges and

Rajasthan woman Sarpanch highlights rural innovations at BRICS Ministerial Meeting

Sarpanch Neeru Yadav represented India at the global event under Indias presidency as a grassroots woman representative and panelist

Babulal Marandi writes to Hemant Soren demanding a judicial probe into the alleged scam in JSDMS

He also demanded that a special audit of all financial and administrative decisions taken by the JSDMS from the year 2023-24 to the present shoul

Sikh Museum to Connect New Generations with History and Sacrifice, Says Nirmal Singh on Veer Bal Day

Lucknow, July 18: Nirmal Singh, president of the Central Singh Sabha Gurudwara in Alam Bagh, welcomed the laying of the foundation stone for a pr

Bullet train on track, Japan ex-min's comments 'factually incorrect': Govt

Remembering Bhupinder Singh: A Voice That Resonates Through Time

New Delhi, July 18: With each passing year, certain voices grow deeper in our memories. Remembering Bhupinder Singh on his death anniversary is a

No doctor would refuse treatment to brutally sexually assaulted child: Supreme Court

Gujarat Chief Minister Stops to Interact with School Children in Anand

Mumbai, July 18: Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel made an unexpected stop in Ambali village, Anand district, while returning to Gandhinagar

EC can delete doubtful voters, cannot decide citizenship: SC

Seeks bengal's response on ration denial to deleted voters

Assam Government Dismisses Official Over Misconduct Allegations

Guwahati, July 18: The Assam government has dismissed Arup Kumar Chakraborty, a 1999 batch Assam Civil Service (ACS) officer, following allegatio

Heavy Crowd at Puri Rath Yatra; DGP Advises Against Bringing Young Children and Elderly

Bhubaneswar, July 18: Odishas Director General of Police (DGP) Y.B. Khurania has advised elderly devotees and those with health issues to avoid t

Congress alleges irregularities in gram sabha approvals for Ken-Betwa project

Leader of the Opposition in the State Assembly Umang Singhar alleged corruption worth crores in the distribution of compensation and in awarding

BPSC Preliminary Exam Scheduled for July 26 Amid Tight Security for 515,000 Candidates

Bhagalpur, July 18: The Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) will conduct its 72nd Combined Preliminary Competitive Examination on July 26. A r

Congress moves no-confidence motion against Sai government in Chhattisgarh Assembly

During the debate, the Opposition targeted the government with a 136-point chargesheet covering a wide range of issues, including mining, law and

Islamic Law Requires Justice for Polygamy, Says Maulana Chaudhary Ifrahim Hussain

Aligarh, July 18: Maulana Chaudhary Ifrahim Hussain, the royal chief mufti, welcomed the recent statement by Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan

Congress warns Punjab dissidents against indiscipline, armtwisting, gives no assurances

Congress leaders were sternly told to maintain party discipline and avoid public criticism. Dissenting Punjab leaders met with AICC general secre

U.S. Strikes Iranian Maritime Surveillance Tower, Disrupts Monitoring of Commercial Ships

New Delhi, July 18: The U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) has announced that its forces successfully destroyed a surveillance tower located at the S

Ahmedabad Police Reunites 64 Missing Children with Families During Rath Yatra

Ahmedabad, July 18: The Ahmedabad Municipal Police successfully reunited 64 missing children with their parents during the 149th Jagannath Rath Y

Quote of the Day by Arnold Schwarzenegger: 'The worst thing I can be is the same as everybody else...'- Inspiring lessons on individuality and why standing out, not fitting in, is the secret to success by the legendary bodybuilding champion and Terminator star

Arnold Schwarzenegger's journey began with a belief in refusing to be ordinary. His remarkable success stemmed from discipline and an unwavering

Governor Engages with Students at Veer Kunwar Singh University to Discuss Higher Education Reforms

Patna, July 18: Bihars Governor and Chancellor, Lieutenant General (Retd) Syed Ata Hasnain, held an interactive session with students and faculty

Smoke, Fire, Floods: US Faces Triple Extreme Summer Weather Threats

Wildfire smoke blanketed the eastern US from the Great Lakes to Washington, DC on Friday, floodwaters tore through Texas's Hill Country for a thi

Bihar Police Intensifies Crackdown on Criminals and Social Media Offenders

Patna, July 18: Bihar Police has ramped up its efforts against criminals across the state. A significant crackdown on absconding offenders is und

Election Commission Announces Revised Schedule for Special Intensive Revision in Maharashtra

Mumbai, July 18: The Election Commission of India (ECI) has released a revised schedule for the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of the voter lis

Build toilets for women in courts in 6 weeks: Supreme Court

The Supreme Court has mandated states to construct washrooms for women lawyers. This directive addresses a significant human rights and health is

Ayodhyas Ram Temple Ritual Sparks Diverse Reactions Among Saints

Mumbai, July 18: The ongoing ritual at the Ram Temple complex in Ayodhya has elicited a range of responses from local saints. While some have que

Venezuela Earthquake: Death Count Rises To More Than 5,000

The twin earthquakes that struck Venezuela last month killed over 5,000 people, National Assembly chief Jorge Rodriguez posted on Telegram Friday

SC says it will rule on plight of patients who can't afford life-saving drugs & judicial expediency in such cases

SC to take up high cost of lifesaver meds

India to engage with US over immigration & visa issues

Yoga Federation of India Prepares for New Recognition Following Delhi High Court Ruling

New Delhi, July 18: The Yoga Federation of India (YFI) has announced significant steps regarding the future of competitive yoga in India, followi

Fees at non-profit medical colleges not regulated, among highest

National Medical Commission regulations have changed regarding medical college establishment. Previously, only Section 8 companies could set up m

Assam Chief Minister Thanks PM Modi for Revamped Majbat Railway Station

Guwahati, July 18: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma expressed gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday for inaugurating the ne

Unlike last time, DMK is clear it wont follow Congress

Political momentum builds for the government's Constitution amendment bill. DMK and NCP (SP) signals suggest support for the upcoming legislation

FIFA World Cup 2026: Spain vs Argentina road to final

With the FIFA World Cup 2026 final just days away, fans are on the edge of their seats as the worlds top-ranked team, Argentina, prepares to face

Cricket legend Garfield Sobers, champion West Indies all-rounder, dies at 89

Students Welcome Revamped Shivnarayanpur Station, Thank PM Modi

Mumbai, July 18: The Shivnarayanpur Railway Station in Bhagalpur district, Bihar, was inaugurated on Friday under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme

'No Border Will Be Safe': Iran Warns Of Full-Scale Offensive Against US

Tehran is ready to resume full-scale offensive operations if US strikes against it continue for another two or three days, a senior military advi

In Gurugram, 60 rounds, 120 seconds

On July 9, a gunfight in Gurugrams upscale Sushant Lok left four alleged shooters dead and three policemen injured. Police said gangster Deepak N

Summer is quietly changing your body, and your fingernails prove it

Warmer weather may slightly increase nail growth due to better blood circulation. However, a physician's decades-long study found no measurable c

Burhanpur Artisans Receive Modern Technology Training Under PM Vishwakarma Scheme

Burhanpur, July 17: A one-day awareness program was held in Burhanpur, Madhya Pradesh, under the Prime Minister Vishwakarma Scheme. The event aim

Rohit Sharmas ODI Future Assured by BCCI Secretary

New Delhi, July 18: The Secretary of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), Devjeet Saikia, has put an end to speculation regarding Ro

Sriharikota Set for Historic Vikram-1 Launch

Hyderabad-based Skyroot Aerospace is set to launch its first orbital rocket, Vikram-1, from Sriharikota, marking a major milestone for India's pr

US-Iran War News LIVE: US Launches Fresh Strikes Against Iran As Hormuz Tensions Intensify

US-Iran War News Live Updates: Iran claimed it destroyed several US refuelling aircraft and fighter jets and caused serious damage to many more.

SCCL Assures Coal Supply to Telangana

SCCL has assured uninterrupted coal supply to Telanganas thermal power stations, prioritising the states power needs amid rising electricity dema

J&KsMansballake starts hosting migratory birds again

Sudden Showers Surprise Chennai And Vijay, Too

Vijay, according to sources, enquired with the students about the facilities in the government-run hostel that was renovated recently through the

Limited cars, no animals: DU lists norms for students union election

US Strikes Iran Again, Now 7 Nights In A Row

US forces launched strikes against Iran for a seventh night in a row on Friday, the US military said.

NEET-UGAIR 2 holder recounts retest horror and reset strategy

Raut Claims CM Change Likely In Maharashtra

Raut was in Nagpur to oversee preparations for the Shiv Sena UBTs Ram Raksha Andolan to be held on July 18 against the alleged embezzlement of do

Telangana Activists Seek Statutory Status, Welfare Package

Over 1,200 Telangana statehood activists called for statutory recognition and enhanced welfare benefits at a committee consultation held near the

Rahul Gandhi Highlights Education System Flaws at Students Echo Event

Dehradun, July 18: In a recent event titled Students Echo held in Dehradun, Congress MP and Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gand

Digital Evidence Helps Chittoor Police Crack Alleged Wife-Paramour Murder Conspiracy

Circle inspector Mallesh Yadav said analysis of CCTV footage, call detail records, mobile phone location data and other technical evidence helped

Panamas Foreign Minister to Visit India from July 19 to 23

New Delhi, July 18: Panamas Foreign Minister, Javier Eduardo Martinez-Acha Vasquez, will embark on an official visit to India from July 19 to 23.

Hyderabad, Bengaluru Flagged as Bioeconomy Hubs

NITI Aayog has identified Hyderabad and Bengaluru as Indias key bioeconomy hubs, projecting the sector to grow to $1.36 trillion by 2040.

Heavy Rain Returns To Uttara Kannada, Schools Shut In Ankola

The rain also triggered a mudslide on the Gokarna-Tadadi road in Kumta taluk, snapping connectivity between the two places. Officials visited the

Tragic Death of Child in Chhattisgarh Sparks Urgent Action Against Stray Dogs

Raipur, July 18: The tragic death of five-year-old Prakash Patel, brutally attacked by a pack of stray dogs in the Dadar area, has prompted immed

Police Flag Hostel Safety Lapses In Hyderabad

Women Safety Wing DCP Lavanya said 10 special teams comprising 35 personnel inspected 446 hostels over nine weeks. While 97.5 per cent had CCTV,

Bus driver rescues student who jumps into Periyar

Selective funding slows startup creation in India

In India, 314 startups were founded in the first half of 2026, compared with 3,222 in 2025 (January-December), according to data from Tracxn, whi

Jayant Patils Back-To-Back Meetings Fuel Rumours Of NCP (SP) Realignment With NDA

The back-to-back meetings with the BJP and Shiv Sena leaders have fuelled political buzz over whether the NCP (SP) was exploring closer ties with

Quote of the day by Hugh Laurie: 'Its a basic truth of the human condition that everybody lies. The only variable is...' Life lessons from motivational movie quote on dishonesty, human behavior, empathy and stark reality

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Protests Erupt in Bangladesh Over Education System Amid Flooding and Controversial Remarks by Minister

Dhaka, July 18: A new wave of protests has erupted in Bangladesh, driven by demands for reforms in the education system. Students from Generation

Coir Board commits to setting up 15 coir clusters in A.P.

Dont play games with me: Schmitt blasts Bidens clemency attorney over death row criminal pardon

Support swells for Sonam Wangchuks indefinite fast

Weather Office Warns Of Heavy Rain In Northeast Over Next 4 Days

Within Arunachal Pradesh, the Meteorological Centre at Itanagar has identified Papum Pare and Kurung Kumey as the districts facing the highest ri

Todd Blanche can meet Maxwell but not Epstein victims: Hirono erupts in fiery Senate confirmation

Vizag Collector seeks comprehensive action plan for Bay City project

Vizag Film Society pays tribute to S. Janaki

'Hi-Tech' or 'Hitec'? Row Over Station Name

A controversy has emerged over the spelling of Hitec City railway station after the redeveloped station retained Hi-Tech City on its signage.

MP Minister Given Clean Chit On Caste Row By Scrutiny Committee

The scrutiny committee had summoned the minister to be present before it with necessary documents to establish that Bagri caste falls under the S

Department Of Space Vacancy Rate At 25-Yr High; Nearly 3 In 10 Posts Lie Vacant

India's space department faces a growing manpower crunch, with over twenty-five percent of sanctioned posts vacant. This staffing gap has widened

Quote of the Day by Antonio Banderas: I think the worst enemy for success is Inspiring lessons on success, patience, determination ,focus, confidence and why you should trust the process by the Spanish actor known for his deep insights on personal growth and achieving lasting success

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Cricket Loses Its Brightest Gem: Tributes Pour In for Sir Gary Sobers from Sunil Gavaskar and Harbhajan Singh

Mumbai, July 18: Former Indian cricket team captain and one of the greatest Test batsmen, Sunil Gavaskar, has paid tribute to West Indies legend

Telangana Ranks 10th in Investment Index

Telangana has been ranked 10th in NITI Aayogs Investment Friendliness Index 2026, emerging as a frontrunner with strong business climate and inst

Quote of the Day by Nobel Peace Prize laureate Wangari Maathai: It's the little things citizens do. That's what will make the difference. My little thing is... Inspiring life lessons on how small everyday actions can transform communities, protect nature, build hope, and create lasting change for future generations

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No Rains In Godavari Delta For First Time In 70 Years: Minister

The minister said the impact of the Super El Nio phenomenon had affected water availability, forcing the government to divert water from Sileru f

Protests erupt in J&K's Doda after man killed in police firing; family seeks CBI probe

Protests broke out in Jammu and Kashmir's Doda district after 30-year-old Arif Hussain was killed in a controversial police firing in Bhaderwah's

Centre moves SC against Delhi High Court order quashing passport, visa tender

The Central government has petitioned the Supreme Court challenging a Delhi High Court ruling. The High Court had previously quashed tenders for

Upgraded Mangalagiri Railway Station Will Spur Growth, Says Lokesh

Union rural development minister of state Pemmasani Chandrasekhar joined the PM in unveiling the commemorative plaque at the railway station.

Irans Attacks Cause Damage to Kuwaits Military Bases and Water Plants, Several Soldiers Injured

Kuwait City, July 18: Rising tensions between Iran and the United States are now impacting Gulf nations. Kuwaiti officials reported on Friday tha

FIFA World Cup beer sales are hopping. Brewers hope the stout demand outlasts the tournament

In the U.S., beer consumption has fallen steadily for a decade, according to the Brewers Association, a trade group for craft brewers. Canada has

Memos Issued to Eluru School Staff After Student Faints

The Eluru DEO has issued memos to a headmaster and a PET after a Class VIII student fainted while doing sit-ups as punishment at a government sch

Net shut, Doda on edge after man shot dead by cops in cattle smuggling stakeout

A man was shot dead in Doda district following an encounter with police personnel. Mobile internet services were suspended across the district as

De Beers sale: Anglo American picks preferred bidder for company

Anglo American has chosen a consortium led by Gareth Penny as the preferred bidder. This group, known as Global Diamond Consortium, emerged from

Freedom of press and accountability are important: Delhi High Court

Justice Girish Kathpalia made the observation on July 16, while granting bail to two persons allegedly involved in assaulting two reporters freel