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Thoothukudi Corporation intensifies monsoon preparedness, desilting of stormwater drains

Karnataka seventh in HPV vaccination coverage in country, reports just one adverse event following immunisation

College principal arrested for cheating man of 2 crore

MLAs, MP raise demands at meet on Idukkis power-related concerns

Keralam Electricity Minister says government will explore keeping the Idukki dam open to the public year-round

Historical, cultural and spiritual connections between India and Japan highlighted

Shivamogga MP meets Forest Minister Ramalinga Reddy, submits memorandum

Rooftop solar crosses 50 lakh homes as PM Surya Ghar triples its pace

India's rooftop solar push has reached 50 lakh homes in just over two years. Here's how PM Surya Ghar is accelerating adoption.

DSS takes out protest rally in Kalaburagi condemning purification ritual at Mallikarjun Kharges venue in Uttarakhand

The protest was part of a State-wide agitation organised by the DSS at all district headquarters, condemning the alleged purification rituals

CCMB study reveals new pathway to disarm dangerous fungal infection

Karnataka: Amid din, Assembly passes Apartment Bill and two other Bills

The Karnataka Apartment (Ownership and Management) Bill seeks to establish a regulatory framework for the governance and management of apartment

Myanmar military strike kills 14 people at a Buddhist monastery, opposition group says

The attack is the latest in a series of frequent and deadly aerial strikes targeting armed pro-democracy forces and ethnic armed groups in the co

Congress leaders demand action over Konda Sushmita

Hyderabad: Several ruling Congress MLAs and MLCs in Telangana on Friday, August 21, urged party leadership to take tough action over the remarks

HCU students on hunger strike over menstrual leave, academics

Hyderabad: Three University of Hyderabad students associated with the All India Students Association (AISA) are sitting on an indefinite hunger s

Monsoon to lash Delhi, MP, UP, other states on Saturday. Check forecast

Monsoon to lash Delhi MP UP other states on Saturday Check forecast

Resale sugar prices drop in India even as retail rates soar to a new high

400-500 a quintal decline in price will likely reflect in retail outlets early next week as government tightens monitoring and traders book profi

Lack of segregated waste collection hubs sets back Thiruvananthapuram Corporations waste management efforts

Although periodic waste collection programmes are organised in some wards, these are not a replacement for a permanent collection hub

Maharashtra: Parents, son die after plunge amid phone tiff

Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar: Three members of a family died in Maharashtras Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar in the afternoon of Friday, August 21, after

CDSCO to significantly step up audits, inspections of medical-device makers: DCGI

He said companies should therefore be prepared for audits and inspections going forward and that such regulatory action should not come as a surp

Karnataka police have identified 771 illegal Bangladeshi immigrants in three years: Home Department

The data shows that of the 771 identified, 656 were found to be living in Bengaluru city and 44 in Bengaluru district.

Rehabilitation projects for Mundakkai-Chooralmala survivors to be completed on schedule: Minister

Agriculture Minister T. Siddique said that compensation for traders and building owners who suffered losses in the landslides, as well as the tak

Centre promises more direct flights from Mysuru

MP Yaduveer Wadiyar pushes for direct flights, faster Mysuru airport expansion; seeks four new air routes

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Vizianagaram SP inaugurates new blood donation camp

Girl, 13, lured with biscuits and money, gang-raped in Maharashtra; 4 arrested

Girl lured with biscuits and money gangraped in Maharashtra arrested

All should join hands to make India HIV-free by 2030, says health official

Poonawalla Fincorp raises 150 crore via 8.43% Tier II debentures

The fundraising will add to the lenders capital resources as its shares ended lower on Friday amid moderate trading activity on NSE

Tighter FSSAI, FDA checks spur 1,200-crore opportunity in FMCG fraud risk detection with AI

Tighter food-safety and statutory compliance checks are accelerating the use of AI-led fraud and risk-monitoring tools among FMCG companies

Farmers criticise governments decision to provide cars to MLAs

T.N. Assembly | New district jail complex in Tiruvallur to ease overcrowding at Puzhal Central Prison: Law Minister

An integrated mental health centre would be established at a cost of 3.63 crore at Vellore Central Prison, says Nirmal Kumar

Amid strategic Ladakh tour, US envoy Sergio Gor visits Thiksey Monastery

The visit to Thiksey was part of envoys engagements during his first trip to Ladakh, said an official

Maharashtra FDA suspends licenses of Radio Club, 12 other hotels for violation of hygiene norms

Amid concerns over food safety violations, the Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on Friday suspended the licences of the Bombay Pres

Colgate bets on veteran Manish Anandani to power its next growth engine

Faces twin challenge of mass-market defence and premium growth

Breaking Stereotypes, Building Excellence: Women Power Vedanta Lanjigarh

Women are playing an increasingly important role in shaping the future of manufacturing, taking on responsibilities at the heart of industrial op

Sowcar Janaki: A life lived on her own terms

AITUC opposes proposed site for Perundurai RTO

Blockade of Guwahati-Shillong road continues for second day

Assam cab operators seek compensation for vehicles damaged during a KSU rally in Shillong, while Meghalaya advises people to use alternative rout

Chokramudy in Keralam shakes off encroachments, welcomes Neelakurinji

Local people had staged protests in 2024, following which the government reclaimed most of the encroached land in the hills. Neelakurinji has beg

France recalls rare disease drug Tavneos after deaths

Tavneos is made by the U.S. biotech firm Amgen and is sold by different partner pharmaceutical companies around the world

Market tales: Exploring Bengalurus centres of trade

In this six-part series, The Hindu takes stock of prominent markets in Bengaluru, reviewing the existing infrastructure and progress of redevelop

Sheela Reddy takes over as in-charge V-C of CUAP

VB-G RAM G: Job card mela being held in Shirahatti

As part of the campaign, job card melas were held at Kadakol, Rantur, and Majjur villages on Thursday

IndiGo aircrafts belly scrapes runway again; plane grounded

The A321 is particularly susceptible to tail strikes because of its longer fuselage

1000-year-old temples to be renovated; folk deities to be celebrated: HR&CE Minister

A total of 75 fully dilapidated temples will be renovated at a cost of 50 crore while 75 partly dilapidated temples will be renovated at a cost o

Keralam must harness technology, talent and global connectivity for growth: CII summit

Industry and government leaders outlined priorities ranging from artificial intelligence and emerging sectors to export growth and sustainable in

Sajid Khan makes a comeback with Hero Ki Horrorine, starring Yashvardhan Ahuja and Nitanshi Goel

Ektaa R Kapoor and Amar Butala are collaborating on a new horror-comedy, Hero Ki Horrorine, which will be directed by Sajid Khan.The makers are b

Quote of the Day by Alfred Lord Tennyson: No man ever got very high by pulling other people down. The intelligent merchant does not knock his competitors. The sensible worker does not work those who work with him. Don't knock your friends. Don't knock your enemies. Don't knock yourself. powerful life lesson on success, competition, friendship and self-worth

The quote of the day No man ever got very high by pulling other people down. The intelligent merchant does not knock his competitors. The sensibl

Mediation must be institutionalised as a permanent process, says Justice P.S. Narasimha

Samadhan Samaroh, which began on April 21, seeks to facilitate the amicable settlement of cases pending before the Supreme Court through consent-

Lindsay Clancy trial day 18 LIVE: New testimony deepens mental health battle as jury nears decision

Lindsay Clancy trial day 18 LIVE: New testimony deepens mental health battle as jury nears decision

Satwik-Chirag exit BWF Worlds after quarterfinal loss to Chinese 3rd seed

The defeat ended Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty's hopes of adding another World Championships medal to their tally, having previously

New businesses, premiumisation to drive revenue growth at CG Consumer

Crompton targets 13-14% annual revenue growth over FY26-29 and aims to double revenue by FY31, aided by premiumisation, new categories and expans

Woman, daughter drown in makeshift tank near Karamadai in Coimbatore

Indian and Argentine Troops Set to Conquer Mount Kamet Together

New Delhi, August 21: A new chapter in the military collaboration between India and Argentina is about to unfold. A joint mountaineering team com

School in Keralams Kollam swaps routine Onam dances for Seethakali

Prakkulam Government L.P. School hosts a Seethakali performance as part of Onam celebration. Organised to foster cultural awareness and respect f

Minnesotas primary results set stage for high-stakes Nov. showdown between Democrats & Republican

Minnesotas primary results set stage for high-stakes Nov. showdown between Democrats & Republican

YSRCPs charges on DSC 2026 exam are baseless, says SAAP Chairman

Ravi Naidu dismisses allegations of irregularities and challenges YSRCP to debate APPSC Group I and II exams held under previous government

Chhattisgarh and Bastar are fully safe: CM Vishnu Deo Sai on how state became Naxal-free

India and Argentina Join Forces to Conquer Mount Kamet

New Delhi, August 21: A joint military expedition involving 35 soldiers from India and Argentina has set off to conquer the towering Mount Kamet,

Govt examines easing of blocked GST credit on construction for own use

Centre is discussing the issue with states amid industry concerns that denial of input tax credit on construction of own-use assets raises the co

Delhi Police register FIR in pellet gun injury case after Rahul Gandhi

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Rajkumar Santoshi on Batwara 1947 vs Dhurandhar; praises Sunny's classy macho heroes

Rajkumar Santoshi on Batwara vs Dhurandhar praises Sunnys classy macho heroes

Tejasswi Prakash takes savage Bigg Boss dig at Farrhana Bhatt

Mumbai: Playground Season 5 is serving drama beyond the gaming arena. After Tejasswi Prakash and Elvish Yadavs recent clash grabbed attention, a

Inquiry against headmistress for making students massage her feet, clean toilets

Gudlyf Mobility builds the lightweight cylinders that hydrogen vehicles need to carry fuel

The Madurai-based company designs and makes Type IV composite hydrogen cylinders rated to 700 bar for vehicles, gas distribution and industrial u

Arjun Rampal marries Gabriella Demetriades in Goa: Who is his wife, how they met, their love story and children

Bollywood star Arjun Rampal and model-entrepreneur Gabriella Demetriades have officially tied the knot in Goa, completing the legal registration

DU allows direct admission to PhD after 4-year UG programme, no master's needed

DU allows direct admission to PhD after year UG programme no masters needed

FDI push: 4,896 cr across 29 projects; India allows 10% Chinese stake

In March 2026, the government had eased its FDI rules to allow investments from companies that have up to 10% stake owned by entities based in co

Sagar Defence Engineering builds uncrewed boats that patrol and survey without anyone aboard

The Maharashtra-based company makes unmanned surface vessels and aerial systems for the Navy, Coast Guard and energy sector, along with the auton

'Breakthrough' mRNA cancer drug curbs melanoma in large trial

Researchers have for years been trying to apply mRNA treatments against cancer, but this was the first time such a drug showed positive results i

Strengthening Global Cooperation for Accessible and Affordable Emerging Technologies: Minister Jitendra Singh

New Delhi, August 21: Emerging technologies create new opportunities, but strong international collaboration is essential to keep innovation acce

Hyper Horizon builds small autonomous submarines that map the sea without a pilot

The Bengaluru-based company makes compact underwater vehicles for survey and surveillance, designed to be cheap enough to deploy in numbers rathe

Bengalurus new parking rules could eliminate traffic chokepoints at notorious junctions

Politicians, celebrities recall contributions of Sowcar Janaki, pay tributes

Through her unique performances, she had carved an indelible place in the hearts of audiences across generations, says CM Vijay

Four suspects picked up in connection with rape, murder of woman in Raichur

MLA urges govt. to post 1,391 jail warders in native districts

'Being Pullela Gopichand's daughter is a big baggage': Coach B Sumeeth Reddy

Player-turned-coach Sumeeth Reddy says Gayatri Gopichand's maiden World Championships medal is more than a podium finish. It's the release of yea

'FIR only after Shah's OK': Rahul on case lodged over protester's pellet injury

KSRTCs executive luxury bus service commences on Thiruvananthapuram-Ernakulam route

Operating Monday through Friday, the bus departs Thiruvananthapuram at 5:30 a.m. and returns from Ernakulam at 5:30 p.m., offering travelers a se

iPhone 18 Pro India launch date likely set for Sept 9: 9 reasons to wait for it

iPhone Pro India launch date likely set for Sept reasons to wait for it

Prince Harry And 6 Others To Learn Initial Cost Of Failed Daily Mail Case

Justice Matthew Nicklin said during a trial in July 2026 that there had been a shortage of evidence to support the claims and found a possibility

Vedanta Power Puts Energy Efficiency at the Heart of a Cleaner Energy Transition

As India accelerates renewable energy adoption, company focuses on making the wider power generation ecosystem more resource-efficient and enviro

Allegations of Defamation: Sumit Tiwari Claims Fake Posters Targeting Him

Mumbai, August 21: The controversy surrounding the cancellation of the Jharkhand CGL exam continues to escalate. Sumit Kumar Tiwari, a selected c

Bollywood Powerhouse Sanjay Mishra Begins Filming Maiden Odia Filmin Bhubaneswar

Acclaimed Bollywood actor Sanjay Mishra has officially kicked off shooting for his maiden Odia film, titled Madhumalati, marking a major mileston

Isro will not make any launch vehicle, all tech will go to private sector

Isro will not make any launch vehicle all tech will go to private sector

Passenger-vehicle dealers eye 1012% revenue growth as ancillary income rises to 16% of revenue

Indias car market is entering a phase where stronger customer spending and recurring after-sales income are reshaping dealership economics and pr

Centre Orders Google To Remove Hundreds of Firebase Accounts After Spotting Scam Pattern

India government has found a pattern of criminals misusing the service to impersonate major banks and defraud people

Constant rise in the price of cotton yarn puts Karur home textile industry in a quandary

When the manufacturers and exporters were yet to come to term with abnormal increases in cost, the price of yarn has once again shot up by 10% in

The US energy infrastructure opportunity is structural, not one-off: Welspun MD

The contract, linked to a major Permian Basin export pipeline project, takes its global order book to about $4.4 billion, with more than 60-65% e

Ridley Scott returns to sci-fi with The Dog Stars, a dystopian story built on hope

Ridley Scott directs 'The Dog Stars,' a film set after a devastating pandemic. Jacob Elordi stars as a survivor searching for connection and hope