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The initial quake was followed by several aftershocks.

The Delhi government plans to redesign the Okhla Barrage on the Yamuna to reduce recurring frothing at Kalindi Kunj. The plan includes relocating polluting dhobi ghats, stopping garbage dumping, clearing solid waste and removing water hyacinth

According to the survey issued on Thursday, Sri Lanka stands out as Indias strongest supporter among the countries surveyed, with 79 per cent expressing a favourable opinion of India.

The Centre has notified 40 questions for the population enumeration phase of Census 2026, including caste details for the first time. Enumeration will begin on September 1 in Ladakh and snow-bound areas of Jammu and Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand, while the exercise will be conducted digitally across the country

The Jharkhand Crime Investigation Department has conducted raids at multiple locations across the state in connection with alleged irregularities in competitive examinations conducted by the Jharkhand Public Service Commission. The action comes as student protests over recruitment exam irregularities entered their 21st day

Record-breaking rainfall in Chiba prefecture, east of Tokyo, flooded roads, homes and railway tracks, causing power outages and leaving at least five people dead and one missing

A University of Michigan study has uncovered a diverse fungal ecosystem nearly 1,640 feet below Michigans surface. Researchers identified 689 fungal species in water from gas wells, including 13 previously unknown species

Addressing the nation from the ramparts of the Red Fort on the 80th Independence Day, Modi said India's development journey was being driven by a new resolve and that the country had set itself an ambitious target for the coming decades

UK residents are experiencing an unusually wasp-free summer following extreme heat and dry conditions, but researchers warn the relief may be temporary. Wasps play an important role in controlling flies, aphids, caterpillars and other insects, meaning their decline could lead to a rise in pest populations later this season

An Army band played the tune of Vande Mataram as guests present at the venue joined in the rendering of the national song. This was followed by the Prime Minister hoisting the national flag and the national anthem being rendered

When disruption of the nations supreme legislative body is routine, taxpayers have the right to ask why they should keep paying for an institution where so much time is spent not working

The civic authorities need to undertake checks and thorough maintenance of the gardens they are looking after

US War Secretary Pete Hegseth on Friday warned that the US Navy could maintain its naval blockade of Iranian ports indefinitely, saying ships would continue to be rotated in and out to sustain the operation. Hegseth made the remarks while speaking to reporters in Panama City

PM Modi paired his white kurta with a chocolate brown vest and the traditional turban, which is commonly associated with the cultural traditions of Rajasthan and Gujarat

Rubio placed the relationship between Trump and Modi at the centre of the growing partnership between the United States and India, describing their personal ties as an important factor in strengthening bilateral relations

In a post on X, PM Modi said the sacrifices of the freedom fighters continue to inspire India's efforts to build a developed nation. He also highlighted the country's progress across different sectors and credited its citizens for driving the development journey

According to preliminary reports, a tremor measuring 3.2 magnitude was felt at 4.52 pm in Gonde, Borvat, Devgaon and Bhaygaon areas of Peth taluka in Nashik

In his first interview since Operation Sindoor, Doval shared insights in the docuseries Declassified: Operation Sindoor, which chronicles the intense 88-hour military conflict that followed the Pahalgam terror attack, including its high-stakes battles and aftermath

Ghosh is accused of being one of three principal masterminds behind the hurried cremation of the victims body at a crematorium in Panihati. The prosecution alleges that cremation-related protocols were breached to eliminate the possibility of a second post-mortem

The assistance underscores India's role as a first responder during global natural disasters. India sent the assistance after an earthquake of magnitude 7.3 struck Colombia on Monday, claiming the lives of 281 people, injuring 3,971 people, while 391 remain missing

MEA's reaction came on the back of Rahul Gandhi taking a swipe at the country's foreign policy during an event held in New Delhi on Thursday where he also mocked PM Modi's public embraces with foreign leaders by staging a hug with Congress leader Sandeep Dikshit

Germany is one of Indias most important partners in Europe. India was one of the first nations to establish diplomatic ties with Germany after the Second World War in 1951. This year marks the 75th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between the two countries

A Bench of the top court granted relief to the Congress leader after being informed that the mandatory approval from the Uttar Pradesh government for prosecution in the case had not been obtained. Consequently, the Court set aside the summons issued to Gandhi by a lower court

Maharashtra Police have busted an alleged fake currency printing racket in Nashiks Trimbakeshwar and arrested five people. Police raided a bungalow in Talegaon Shivar and seized materials allegedly used to print counterfeit Rs 500 notes, along with Rs 9.75 lakh in cash

The apex court took note of the fact that the accused had fully complied with its earlier directions. They had conducted awareness programmes highlighting issues faced by persons with disabilities and also contributed funds towards related initiatives

Union Health Minister JP Nadda was admitted to AIIMS Delhi after complaining of uneasiness on Thursday evening. The hospital said he underwent medical evaluation, including a coronary angiography, and is stable under observation in the cardiology department

According to the Delhi Fire Service (DFS), the other locations in the national capital that received calls alleging bomb blasts are Jamnagar House, Jhandewalan Flatted Factory Complex, District Magistrate Office in Saket, and the Sub-Divisional Magistrate (SDM) Office at Delhi Cantt

Police said a man was confirmed dead after he was found unresponsive on a flooded road in Chiba Prefecture, while a man found collapsed in Sakura had also died, according to the prefectural government's statement on Friday

Record-breaking rainfall in Chiba prefecture, east of Tokyo, flooded roads and homes, stranded thousands and caused widespread power outages. At least four people died and one remains missing

Student leader Devendra Nath Mahto, on an indefinite hunger strike, urged protesters to remain united amid alleged attempts to divert the Jharkhand JPSC-JSSC movement

Even standing on the promenade and walking on it should be done with caution

US President Donald Trump has announced tariffs of up to 100 per cent on imported drones and components, citing national security and the need to reduce dependence on foreign suppliers

Guru Randhawas new song proves that streaming platforms, Reels, and algorithms have changed music forever. Its all about a hook, and a dance step. Is there any way to stop this madness?

The death toll from Mondays 7.4-magnitude earthquake in Colombia has risen to 273, with 3,824 people injured and 377 still missing. More than 40,000 families have been affected, while thousands of homes and public buildings were damaged or destroyed

Two vessels belonging to UAE state-owned oil giant ADNOC were attacked while transiting the Strait of Hormuz on Thursday evening, according to UAE authorities and media reports

Google has developed a sign-language-to-text model trained on more than 100,000 hours of data covering over 50 sign languages. The technology is moving from research to consumer devices with American Sign Language support on Pixel 11

The US is testing Airspace Awareness-as-a-Service, a system designed to detect, track and monitor drones using existing 5G cellular infrastructure

A sought-after wild mushroom found across Southwest China has gained an unusual reputation for causing vivid hallucinations when eaten raw or improperly prepared. Consumers have reportedly described seeing tiny people running across tables, climbing furniture

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami took charge of the rescue operation after debris and water accumulated inside an under-construction THDC tunnel at Mayapur in Chamoli

The Congress, Trinamool Congress and Samajwadi Party boycotted Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birlas customary tea party after the House was adjourned sine die on Thursday

Shiromani Akali Dal chief and former Punjab deputy chief minister Sukhbir Singh Badal was injured in a knife attack at Gurdwara Mata Sahib Devan Ji Mugat in Maharashtras Nanded on Thursday

A magnitude 3.0 earthquake struck Chamba in Himachal Pradesh at 6:36 am on Friday, August 14, according to the National Centre for Seismology. The earthquake occurred at a depth of 5 km, making it a shallow earthquake

Waseem Akram alias Lambu, 29, who is wanted in a murder case in Delhi, allegedly snatched a service pistol from an officer and opened fire at the police team around midnight on August 11.

Maharashtra Industries Minister Uday Samant later travelled to Gadchiroli by road. He said the pilot handled the situation properly and safely brought the helicopter back to the runway

Sharing details of the incident, the husband, Ankit Sabharwal, said he had visited the property with his wife to inspect it for rent. As soon as they arrived and opened the gate latch, the dog attacked them, leaving both him and his wife injured

The accused, identified as Jaspal Singh, is around 60-62 years old and is originally from Pune, according to Nanded Superintendent of Police Neelabh Rohan

Depositors of Keralas Halal Fayida Cooperative Society have complained of difficulties in withdrawing their money, prompting the state government to order a probe. One depositor who had raised concerns has since confirmed that his Rs 1 lakh deposit was returned

In New Delhi, a large number of students and ABVP workers staged a protest outside Jharkhand Bhawan, demanding that the Jharkhand government take concrete steps to restore the credibility of the examination system

The explosion happened at a refinery and fuel terminal run by Gunvor Energy in an industrial section of the vast port premises. Dutch broadcaster NOS said that a maintenance team had been working on a section of pipes there

The situation escalated after the block chief, who had arrived at the site to persuade the protesting students to end the blockade, was accused of slapping a student. The incident triggered outrage among the students and further intensified the protest