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Sanjeev Ahluwalia | India-US FTA: Ticking The Boxes, Or Boost To Growth?

There are two streams of opinion. The first is that putting in place a trade deal is like installing a rail track. Unless trains run on it, nothi

Telanganas KTR Urges Clarity on Revival of Adilabad CCI Plant

Hyderabad, July 23: K.T. Rama Rao (KTR), the executive president of the Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS), has written to Telangana Chief Minister A.

Over 5,200 applications: Ram Temple trust defers CEO selection by a month

In second meeting amid donation theft row, trust announces reconstituted committee of seers to oversee religious affairs of temple; secretary to

BJP, Oppn. take divergent view of police action on protesters

Mondays march was not peaceful and its organisers must be held accountable, says Delhi Minister; BJP MP says Centre acted with sensitivity; AAP h

Fifty years ago | Uniform European passport: colour & symbol stand in the way

Fit cause, valid demand: Haryana musicians back protesting students

Diesel generator at textile showroom in Katpadi catches fire

The police said that it was around 2.30 p.m. when a few workers in the showroom noticed thick smoke coming from the diesel generator

Assam Floods: Chief Minister Sarma Reports Severe Conditions, Thousands Trapped

Guwahati, July 23: Assams Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma stated on Wednesday that the flood situation in the state is far more severe than of

Two-day Thiruvasagam conference to be held in Tiruvannamalai

As part of the event, around one lakh participants worldwide will participate, mainly virtually, in writing 10 compositions from Thiruvasagam

Tribal held for possession of country made guns, explosives in Vellore

Forest officials said that Swaminathan procured country made guns from his acquaintances in Kerala

In Puducherry, a budget without a proper government

In Puducherry, Ministers are yet to be assigned clear portfolios

Commuters rail as metro station closures disrupt their schedule

Indian Army Intensifies Flood Relief Operations in Assam, Rescues 990 Individuals

Guwahati, July 23: The Indian Army has ramped up its flood relief efforts in Assam under Operation Jal Rahat. Working alongside state administrat

Quote of the Day by Charles Bukowski: Real loneliness is Inspiring life lessons on self-awareness,vulnerability, social connections, isolation and why you can be lonely in a room full of people by the German-American novelist known for his deep insights on human struggles and everyday life

Quote of the Day by Charles Bukowski: Charles Bukowskis quote, Real loneliness is not necessarily limited to when you are alone, explores the dee

India awaits US' final action in forced labour trade probe

Greer told the Senate Finance Committee that the investigations examined the top 60 US trading partners for failing to adopt and effectively enfo

DC Edit | Use Tech, Stop Tunnel Disasters

According to the National Hydroelectric Power Corporation, the collapse followed a sudden explosion caused by suspected methane gas trapped withi

Panchadarla mining row: YSRCP creating a conspiracy out of nothing, says JSP MLA

Town Official Language Committee holds first meeting in 2026

Quote of the day by Luise Rainer: 'Happiness lies in moments, and while you have it, you're not even...' - inspirational life lesson by Oscar-winning actress of The Great Ziegfeld and The Good Earth on why the moments we overlook may become our happiest memories

Quote of the day by Luise Rainer: Happiness often lies in moments we do not recognize while living them. We may only realize our happiness later

City hospital launches integrated robotic surgery programme

The initiative brings robotic-assisted surgery across multiple specialties under a common clinical framework

Assam Chief Minister Assures No Shortage of Funds for Flood Relief Efforts

Guwahati, July 23: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma stated on Wednesday that there will be no shortage of funds for flood relief and reha

UK inflation at 15-month low in temporary relief for consumers

Consumer prices rose 2.6% in the 12 months to June, down from 2.8% in May and the lowest annual rate since March 2025, the Office for National St

Police head constable killed in targeted terror attack in Anantnag

Head constable Ashiq Hussain Qureshi was killed in a suspected terrorist attack in Anantnag. The incident occurred in the busy Lal Chowk market a

A hundred years ago | The golden car festival at Tuticorin

FIR count in CJP protest rises to 10

Couple dead, 4 hurt as boulder falls on tempo on Jammu-Srinagar NH in Ramban

A massive boulder struck a tempo on the Jammu-Srinagar highway, killing two people and injuring four others. Meanwhile, officials narrowly escape

SHITIJ 2.0: nationwide start-up incubation programme inaugurated at ICAR-CPCRI

The second edition of SHITIJ is being implemented through a nationwide network of seven hub institutes and their associated spoke institutes

Truck owners association alleges traffic police harass drivers

Greater awareness needed on blood stem cell donation: experts

Activists, celebrities join Kochi protests in solidarity with Delhi students

Writers, filmmakers, actors and activists back agitation over the alleged NEET paper leak and police action in Delhi; solidarity protests held ac

Terrorist handler arrested in J&Ks Kishtwar

DC Edit | Govt Must Show Empathy In Talks With Angry Youth

Evidence has now emerged in the form of video clips showing how Delhi police acted in an inhumane manner when ordered to manage the Cockroach Jan

Quote of the day by Katharine Hepburn: 'Its not what you start in life, its what you...' Life lessons from motivational quote on resilience, true success, fulfillment, execution, determination, endurance and perseverance

Quote of the day by Katharine Hepburn reminds people that success depends on completing what they begin instead of only making a strong start. Th

Gang Held for Copper Wire Theft, Ganja Sale

The gang was apprehended near the Gangamma temple arch in Ballikurava mandal and formally arrested by Santhamaguluru circle inspector P. Seshagir

Quad seeks free & open Indo-Pacific, pushes back against Chinese assertiveness

Mauritius tax protocol to give Indian taxman more powers to probe offshore entities

Mauritius cabinet ratified a tax protocol granting Indian officials more questioning powers. This allows direct challenges to offshore entities s

Stolen Hanuman Idol From Tirumala Ghat Road Recovered; Visakhapatnam Man Arrested

Tirupati police recovered a stolen Hanuman idol from the Tirumala ghat road within 15 hours of the theft and arrested a Visakhapatnam man at Ongo

Woman Held With Stolen Gold Worth 16 Lakh

Police said the accused had been involved in several theft cases earlier and would be produced before a local court.

Japanese Proverb of the Day: Peoples rumors last Life lessons on perception, human behavior, gossip, judgement and why this too shall pass

Japanese Proverb of the Day highlights the meaning of Peoples rumors last seventy-five days. The saying reflects how gossip, public opinions, and

BU manages surge in hostel admissions after commissioning new building with 58 rooms

Many farmers in Pochampalli SIPCOT not compensated according to records, says survey report

A total of 215 persons were interviewed in the survey conducted by the Forum for Indian Women Intellect in 18 villages adjacent to the SIPCOT com

Odisha Police Summons VK Pandian for Missing Report Investigation

Bhubaneswar, July 23: In a significant development, the Commissionerate Police has issued a notice to former IAS officer VK Pandian, a close asso

Ram Temple CEO selection delayed after 5,200 apply

The Trust received over five thousand applications for the chief executive officer position. A committee requested an additional month to complet

Jaishankar flags need for fair trade, supply chain reliability in meeting with Wang Yi

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met his Chinese counterpart Wang Yi in Manila. They discussed fair market access and trade balance, and su

Dy CM Orders PCB Probe into Alleged Green Norm Violations at Panchadarla Hill

According to an official statement, preliminary findings submitted by the district collector and the APPCB indicated prima facie evidence of viol

31-year-old Gets 20-year Jail for Raping Minor

District SP V. Harshavardhan Raju, appreciated the police team and Spl. PP Gottipati Srinivasa Rao for securing the conviction.

Parliament watch: Surge in ITIs since 2014; PMKVY improves job outcomes & more

Industrial Training Institutes have seen significant growth in numbers and capacity. Ethanol blending has not caused widespread vehicle engine fa

NEET paper leak row: J P Nadda hits back at Rahul Gandhi, accuses Congress of seeking political mileage

Union minister J P Nadda criticized Rahul Gandhi for seeking political mileage on the NEET paper leak issue. He urged for an intensive parliament

AP Government To Reserve Rayalaseema Reservoirs for Drinking Water Purposes

El Nio-hit inflows raise concerns over water availability across drought-prone Rayalaseema

'Don't waste our time': CJI Surya Kant on lathicharge clips

The Supreme Court declined an urgent hearing for a plea seeking NEET reforms. A lawyer presented evidence of police brutality during student prot

Soldier slips to death in J&Ks Rajouri

Cong Stages 'Chalo Raj Bhavan' Protest

The Telangana Congress also condemned the police lathi-charge on protesting students and reiterated its demand for Pradhans resignation.

Youth, student organisations in Kerala extend support to Operation Toofan

Jantar Mantar now a delivery address: From biscuits to bandages, Swiggy, Zomato, Blinkit, Zepto rush orders to protest site

Food delivery platforms now list Jantar Mantar as a protest site address. Order values and frequency have surged significantly day-on-day since M

Did not refuse to meet KSU leaders, says Kerala Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan

Chief Ministers comments came in response to reports that he had refused to meet KSU president Aloshious Xavier amid controversies over the appoi

Jagan Assures Support to Tobacco Farmers

Jagan Mohan Reddy alleged that the NDA government had failed to procure even 10 per cent of the total tobacco output, leaving farmers vulnerable

Issue cannot be settled by Congress and government alone: Akhilesh Yadav in Lok Sabha

The government and opposition clashed in Lok Sabha over the NEET paper leak discussion. The government expressed readiness for talks while the Co

Vehicle owners may need to inform within 30 days if registration is cancelled

Vehicle owners must now inform authorities within thirty days of registration cancellation. This rule applies when vehicles are permanently damag

Protests against NEET gathers steam in Chennai, students and activists detained

University body appeals for focus on studies amid protests, says disruptions unnecessary when govt committed

The Association of Indian Universities advised students to concentrate on their academic pursuits. Vice-Chancellors received a directive to couns

Exclusive | Students Betrayed By System: Shashi Tharoor On Paper Leak Protests

On Rahul Gandhi's detention outside the PM's residence, Shashi Tharoor said that was not how a mature democracy should behave.

Revanth: Expedite Development Works in Three Municipal Corporations in the City

Revanth Reddy instructed officials to ensure that projects are completed without unnecessary delays.

French Proverb of the Day: 'The advisers are not the payers'- A timeless lesson on responsibility, decisions, and living with the consequences

A French proverb teaches that those offering advice do not bear consequences. It highlights the importance of independent judgment and personal a

Govt Committed to Resolving Employees' Issues, Says Keshav

Finance Minister Payyavula Keshav said the Andhra Pradesh government is working to resolve long-pending employee issues.

GCCs property tax drive nets 133 crore, defaulters names to be published soon

The GCC is also preparing to publish the names of major property tax defaulters on its website.

HC Directs AP Govt to Prevent Public Parading of Accused

The government pleader denied the allegations and informed the court that a counter affidavit would be filed.

Trump's Saudi Nuclear Pact Opens Door To Uranium Enrichment. What's At Stake

The agreement leaves out two safeguards Washington has traditionally insisted on. First, a ban on uranium enrichment and spent fuel reprocessing,

Peace and Tranquility in Border Areas Prerequisites for Normal India-China Ties: Jaishankar

The foreign minister also flagged New Delhi's concerns about the predictability of supply chains and backed both official and people-to-people ex

Political Turmoil Follows JP Naddas Press Conference Amidst Student Protests

New Delhi, July 23: The political landscape has intensified following a press conference held by Union Health Minister JP Nadda. Leaders from the

NEET protest expands: Students and job aspirants unite at Jantar Mantar over exam delays

Protests over the NEET paper leak are expanding to include other government job aspirants. Students are converging at Jantar Mantar to voice thei

CM Revanth Warns of BJP-BRS Plot To Delete Congress Votes

CM urges Kodangal Congress workers to ensure 100% voter enrolment before SIR deadline

AP Approves Rs 140-Crore ITC-Branded Four-Star Hotel Project In Nellore

The project, approved under the Andhra Pradesh Tourism Policy 2024-29, is expected to generate 140 direct jobs and strengthen tourism and hospita

Apollo Hospitals signs MoU with UK college

Army Public School Honours CBSE Toppers

The school said 27 students in Class XII and seven in Class X scored 100 marks in individual subjects.

SFI demands that UDF government rid the Kerala Governor of Chancellor power

Other demands include free bus travel for students, permanent Vice-Chancellors, free education till degree level, political freedom on campuses,

AP Committed to Restoring GO-3 Through Legally Sustainable Framework: Sandhya Rani

She asserted that the government would not dilute the law protecting tribal land rights

Mahabubabad Police Rescue Youth From Railway Track

Mahabubabad police rescued a 26-year-old man from a railway track and reunited him with his family after counselling.

Former Assembly Speaker Tammineni, Family Seek Anticipatory Bail in Forgery Case

The case pertains to allegations that the property was registered using forged documents.

Govt Reviews Arrangements for PMs Visit to Bhogapuram for Airport Launch

The ministers reviewed aspects of public mobilisation, traffic regulation, parking facilities, transportation, food distribution and event manage

China Ready To Handle Sensitive Issues With India, Says Foreign Minister

Both Wang and Jaishankar are in Manila to attend meetings related to the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN).

Man held in alleged 4.5-crore deposit fraud

The accused had been absconding since June 26, 2026, say police

Kolkata Metro Adjusts Schedule for Enhanced Commuter Convenience

Kolkata, July 23: In a move aimed at benefiting thousands of students and office-goers, the Kolkata Metro Railway will now operate trains startin

You have seen this chair in hotel rooms, but do you know why it's there?

At first glance, it looks like just another piece of furniture. Yet the chair facing the bed is one of the most carefully planned elements in a h

Two Life Convicts, Serving Time For Murder Marry Inside Jodhpur Jail

With jail officials, police personnel and prison staff serving as witnesses, the couple completed the customary Hindu wedding rituals.

Government allays fears over FCRA Bill, clarifies on designated authority

PIB says the Bill wont alter religious character of places of worship attached by designated authority

'UN has become corrupt & entrenched': Mast delivers blistering opening statement in Congress debate

Body of Uttar Pradesh native fished out of Vilangad river

The body of Nigam Kumar was recovered from Vilangad river after a four-day search with the support of various rescue teams

IUML trains guns on Revenue Minister A.P. Anil Kumar

IUML leaders from the Wandoor constituency accuse Mr. Anil Kumar of sidelining the party after assuming office as Revenue Minister

Lakshya Sen Triumphs Over Yushi Tanaka at China Open 2026

Changzhou, July 22: In an exciting turn of events at the China Open on Wednesday, top Indian badminton stars Lakshya Sen, PV Sindhu, and Ayush Sh

Students Continue To Gather in Large Numbers at Jantar Mantar Despite Heavy Security, Metro Closure

Despite the heavily armed police and paramilitary personnel lining the route to the protest site, the students marched towards Jantar Mantar with