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West Bengal govt enforcing zero tolerance for unsafe construction, says Urban Development Minister Agnimitra Paul

The minister said the government was investing in integrated civic systems and modern infrastructure.

Skyways IPO Faces Major Risks Amid EOW Investigation and AEO Certificate Suspension

New Delhi, August 19: Skyways Air Services Limited, set to launch its Initial Public Offering (IPO) next week, has disclosed significant risks in

SC Raps Odisha Over Delay In Dara Singh Remission Plea

The court noted that the matter had been adjourned repeatedly to enable the authorities to decide Singhs remission plea: Reports

Canada condemns Israel's Lebanon invasion, unveils fresh aid during Beirut visit

Canada condemns Israels Lebanon invasion unveils fresh aid during Beirut visit

Bhagwant Mann hits back at BJP over ED letter, says no truth in allegations

Bhagwant Mann hits back at BJP over ED letter says no truth in allegations

Forum of Civil Pensioners Association stages demonstration in Kanniyakumari, Thoothukudi

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Billu Chandrasekhar appointed UAE Coordinator for APNRTS

SIT to probe inter-State network behind spurious drug racket: Khader

The inspection and seizure of medicines worth 4.91 crore from the unlicenced repacking facility at a farmhouse near Bidadi has indicated that med

West Bengal Hotel Fire: Official Suspended for Safety Clearance After Tragic Incident

Kolkata, August 19: An official from the fire department has been suspended following a tragic fire incident at the Bideshini hotel in Tarapith,

UP man eats grass and straw like animals, villagers claim he was 'possessed'

UP man eats grass and straw like animals villagers claim he was possessed

PPRI inks MoU with BCM College

Stock market investments too sector-concentrated: Finance JS Alok Tiwari

Several sectors and regions could deliver good returns if investors were willing to realistically assess the risks involved.

TN Congress holds Chennai rally ahead of Amit Shahs visit

Andhra Pradesh Assembly passes organ donation Bill; Rs 1 lakh aid proposed for donor families

Andhra Pradesh passed the Human Organ Transplantation Amendment Bill-2026, proposing stricter penalties for illegal organ trade. The bill expands

Abhimanyu murder case: Ernakulam Sessions Court to announce schedule of trial on August 21

The Kerala High Court had earlier directed that the trial be completed within four months, on a petition from the victims mother

Israel to criminally probe Hind Rajab, Gaza paramedics killings

Israel to criminally probe Hind Rajab Gaza paramedics killings

Stand on Vande Mataram clear, Congress to only sing two stanza in party, says Venugopal

Congress to take paper-leak, chanda chori to grassroots; demands PMs apology on shuddhikaran

Kerala CM must clarify stand on PM SHRI scheme: BJP

Beyond Words photo exhibition begins in Keralams Kozhikode

The exhibition features around 30 photographs by photojournalists from various dailies in Kozhikode

Now, last-mile courier delivery for Keralams water-bound communities

DTDC Express Ltd launches DTDC Vallam Express, a pioneering waterway-based last-mile delivery service designed to bring parcel deliveries directl

Dhanushkodi wears deserted look as tourists banned due to swell surge alert on Wednesday

Andhra Pradesh Assembly Passes Speed of Doing Business Bill

Amaravati, August 19: The Andhra Pradesh Assembly approved the Andhra Pradesh Omnibus (Speed of Doing Business) Bill-2026 on Wednesday. This legi

Kerala Agricultural University Agri Business Incubator honours academic achievers, award-winning entrepreneurs and FPOs

KAU V-C appreciates the significant role played by the Agri Business Incubator in supporting farmers in their transition from agricultural produc

Kerala Agricultural University Agri Business Incubator honours academic achievers, award-winning entrepreneurs and FPOs

KAU V-C appreciates the significant role played by the Agri Business Incubator in supporting farmers in their transition from agricultural produc

NCLT to hear lessors claims against SpiceJet afresh

Seven petitions to be reheard after Aviator ML withdraws insolvency plea

Bills to allow municipalities to take over private streets, drains tabled in Karnataka Assembly

Bills to allow municipalities to take over private streets, drains tabled in Karnataka Assembly

BWF World Championships: Ayush Shetty, PV Sindhu Advance To Pre-Quarterfinals

PV Sindhu progressed to the pre-quarterfinals with a 21-16, 21-17 victory over Canada's Wen Yu Zhang

Investors making bigger bets on Indias health supplements sector

According to Traxcn data, equity funding for supplements companies stood at $70 million for 2026 (YTD)

HMWSSB warns against unauthorised use of official vehicles

Hyderabad: The Hyderabad Metropolitan Water Supply and Sewerage Board (HMWSSB) on Wednesday, August 19, warned of strict action against anyone fo

Action against SFI leader in Calicut varsity snowballs into controversy

While the SFIs State leadership terms the sacking of M. Abhinand from the varsity hostel as a revengeful act by the Vice-Chancellor, the varsity

Action against SFI leader in Calicut varsity snowballs into controversy

While the SFIs State leadership terms the sacking of M. Abhinand from the varsity hostel as a revengeful act by the Vice-Chancellor, the varsity

Fishermen deaths in coastal districts rise sharply to 102 in 2025-26

Fishermen deaths in coastal districts rise sharply to 102 in 2025-26

Chennai Ports Outer Harbour Project to come up at 17,700 crore

The projects proposal will shortly be sent to the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways of India for approval. Two firms have already evinced

Kanimozhi writes to Jaishankar over UK visa difficulties faced by Tamil Nadu-sponsored students

DMK MP Kanimozhi has appealed to External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar for intervention as over 300 students are experiencing difficulties in ob

Karnataka Government Urges Opposition to Halt Protests and Engage in Discussions

Bengaluru, August 19: The Karnataka government has called on opposition parties to cease their protests and actively participate in discussions w

Google Pixel 11 Series in India: Pricing, AI & Upgrade Plans With Mitul Shah

Agrogrades automated onion grading system installed at Pimpalgaon market

The machine processes up to 10 tonnes of onions per hour and cuts manual labour needs by 80%

Air India Express introduces self-declaration process for psychoactive substance use

Move aimed at early intervention, employee support and strengthening safety reporting culture

KSTDC rolls out SOPs to standardise operations and enhance guest experience at Mayura hotels

These SOPs aim to enhance the experience of visitors and are used to train staff working in the front office, kitchen, sales, marketing and other

KSTDC rolls out SOPs to standardise operations and enhance guest experience at Mayura hotels

These SOPs aim to enhance the experience of visitors and are used to train staff working in the front office, kitchen, sales, marketing and other

'Possessed' girls cry, laugh uncontrollably at 'haunted' hostel; 600 students leave

Possessed girls cry laugh uncontrollably at haunted hostel students leave

Bengaluru: Mayura Hotel at Bal Bhavan to get 2-crore upgrade, Government Museum renovation to be completed within six months

Tourism Minister K.J. George instructs officials to prepare a development plan focused on modern infrastructure, ensure quality food, give greate

Pension crisis: SUCI-C seeks release of dues to vulnerable beneficiaries

Dont force vulnerable pensioners onto streets: protesters tell government on pension stoppage

Pension crisis: SUCI-C seeks release of dues to vulnerable beneficiaries

Dont force vulnerable pensioners onto streets: protesters tell government on pension stoppage

Responsible AI must expand inclusion, not just efficiency: RBI Deputy Governor Murmu

At the same time, he warned against excessive reliance on algorithms, emphasising that human judgment remains essential

Elan and Saanve Megghana on how Netflixs Pyaar Prema Kalyanam flips the script

The actors speak about how the upcoming rom-com looks into traditional gender roles, how writer Nivedita Pohankar brought the many nuances in the

Elan and Saanve Megghana on how Netflixs Pyaar Prema Kalyanam flips the script

The actors speak about how the upcoming rom-com looks into traditional gender roles, how writer Nivedita Pohankar brought the many nuances in the

EU Leaders Stand Firmly Behind ICC Following US Sanctions

Brussels, August 19: European Union (EU) leaders expressed strong support for the International Criminal Court (ICC) on Wednesday. This backing c

Former High Court judge Mallikarjuna Rao appointed AP Lokayukta

His term is for five years from the date of appointment

Joel Sartores Photo Ark: 18,000 species documented to save wildlife

Freshers lose ground as shorter job tenures gain traction in India: Report

Fresher hiring in GCCs fell to 15 per cent in 2025 from 28 per cent in 2024, while workers aged 15-29 had a median job tenure of just 13 months,

India International Coffee Festival in Bengaluru from Feb 26

Hosted by the Coffee Board of India and the Speciality Coffee Association of India, this festival is bringing together everyone from coffee growe

18-year-old builds AI system to track particle collisions, wins $40,000

CWC orders probe into attack on minor boy in Keralams Kozhikode alleging theft

CWC directs District Police Chief (Kozhikode Rural) to conduct inquiry and take appropriate action; boy and family provided counselling before he

CWC orders probe into attack on minor boy in Keralams Kozhikode alleging theft

CWC directs District Police Chief (Kozhikode Rural) to conduct inquiry and take appropriate action; boy and family provided counselling before he

How Two Women Sarpanches, Priyanka Tiwari and Shushum Lata Are Transforming Rural India Livelihoods

Two women village leaders Priyanka Tiwari and Sushum Lata in Uttar Pradesh and Bihar are connecting sanitation with waste management,

Four-lane highway proposed to connect Kakinada deep-sea port with NH-216

New Delhi: Gokhale Asks ECI If Voter Photos Shared With Delhi Police

In response to an RTI of mine in 2020, the Election Commission admitted that it had shared the entire voter list with photos with Delhi Police du

Every public grievance will be followed up till resolution: Laxman Kumar

Every public grievance will be followed up till resolution: Laxman Kumar

SC advises meaningful continuity in NTA reforms, not committee-hopping

The court made it clear that the constitution of the new Nandan Nilekani task force must not be seen as a move to discard lock, stock, and barrel

In 1984, Texas A&M researchers developed Rio Red grapefruit using radiation-induced mutations. 42 years later, it accounts for around 75% of all grapefruits produced in Texas, becoming the states dominant variety

Texas's popular Rio Red grapefruit originated from radiation-induced mutations in 1984. This variety, developed at Texas A&M University, offered

UN rights chief flags arrests after Zambia's disputed election

UN rights chief flags arrests after Zambia's disputed election

Gachibowli Stadium is India

Hyderabad: The Gachibowli Hockey Stadium has received a Category-1 certification from the International Hockey Federation (FIH), making it the on

Chennai to host Duleep Trophy final from Sept. 6

Kasaragod Collector proposes Periye as AIIMS site, submits report to Keralam govt.

Central requirements include a minimum of 200 acres of land at a suitable location, road connectivity, adequate availability of water and electri

Watch: Indias Tier-2, 3 cities control 53% of forex spend. Is it wealth or credit debt? | Business Matters

Indias economic growth is no longer limited to its major metros. Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities are seeing rising aspirational spending, international

Watch: Indias Tier-2, 3 cities control 53% of forex spend. Is it wealth or credit debt? | Business Matters

Indias economic growth is no longer limited to its major metros. Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities are seeing rising aspirational spending, international

Assam Minister Criticizes Congress for Failing Rhino Conservation

Guwahati, August 19: Assams Agriculture Minister, Piyush Hazarika, launched a strong attack on the Congress party regarding the conservation of K

Life term for man for sexually assaulting 17-year-old niece

The accused sexually assaulted the girl when she visited his house to look after his children; she later became pregnant

Life term for man for sexually assaulting 17-year-old niece

The accused sexually assaulted the girl when she visited his house to look after his children; she later became pregnant

Transplantation of Human Organs (Amendment) Bill passed to bridge organ demand-supply gap and curb trafficking in Andhra Pradesh

The State Act needed amendment as certain changes were made to the Central legislation to adapt to evolving medical needs and ethical challenges

Transplantation of Human Organs (Amendment) Bill passed to bridge organ demand-supply gap and curb trafficking in Andhra Pradesh

The State Act needed amendment as certain changes were made to the Central legislation to adapt to evolving medical needs and ethical challenges

Transmission constraints threaten to curb Indias renewable energy expansion, says ICRA

Many solar power producers, especially in western India, operate under short-term arrangements that force them to reduce or stop electricity gene

Transmission constraints threaten to curb Indias renewable energy expansion, says ICRA

Many solar power producers, especially in western India, operate under short-term arrangements that force them to reduce or stop electricity gene

Indian-Origin Couple Dies in Light Aircraft Crash in UK

Ketan Swali is believed to have been the pilot of the Piper PA28 aircraft and was accompanied by his wife, Sheetal, as they took off from Tatenhi

Sachin Bansal-led Navi raises $100 mn from Prosus in maiden funding round

The transaction is subject to regulatory approvals, including a CCI nod, and comes as the Bengaluru-based fintech prepares for a potential initia

SEBIs CAS will help detect market manipulators, vows strict action

CAS mechanism provides SEBI with greater capabilities to identify manipulation compared with the earlier Volume Weighted Average Price (VWAP)-bas

SEBIs CAS will help detect market manipulators, vows strict action

CAS mechanism provides SEBI with greater capabilities to identify manipulation compared with the earlier Volume Weighted Average Price (VWAP)-bas

Massive fire at Kolkata hotel: 9 people, including 5 Bangladeshi nationals, killed

West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari ordered the formation of a five-member special investigation team (SIT) immediately to conduct a comp

Commercial vehicle loans see higher early delinquencies: CRIF report

Commercial vehicle loans recorded PAR 31-90 of 4.1 per cent in June 2026, while auto loans remained the best-performing vehicle finance asset cla

Drunk Driver Causes Fatal Accident in Bhopal, Father Dies, Son Seriously Injured

Bhopal, August 19: A tragic incident occurred in the Kolar area of Bhopal when a young man, allegedly under the influence of alcohol, crashed his

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