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PDP chief Mehbooba says she is dimagi Naxal; NC blames her for Article 370 abrogation

UN laments 'unacceptable' toll of 350 aid workers killed in 2025

Since the start of 2026, 82 more aid workers have been killed, 97 injured and 39 abducted worldwide

Indian sailors SOS: Company asking us to risk lives, cross Strait of Hormuz

Forward Seamens Union of India has said that the shipowners and managers of AM Pioneer are pressuring the Master to force its 16 Indian crew to t

Death of a Trinamool leader and corruption taint in Bengal politics

UPSSSC declares recruitment exam result hours after aspirants stage protest outside its office in Lucknow

Candidates seeking appointment to 5,512 Junior Assistant posts announced a peaceful protest outside the UPSSSC office on Tuesday to press for the

Two Leaders from Bengal Join BJPs National Executive Committee

Kolkata, August 18: Following a significant victory in recent elections, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has appointed two prominent leaders fro

'Corruption Deeper Than Trump...': Jon Ossoff Declares Midterm War With Brutal 'Mar-A-Lago' Attack

The Mar-A-Lago Mafia took corruption to greater heights, said Democrat senator Jon Ossoff in a scathing attack on Donald Trump. Addressing a rall

Taxing frivolous industries will not fund Indias science

The way forward is to liberalise the channels through which money and capital flow into academia and reduce dependence on the government

Cooperative Panel Dominates Elections at Sarvodaya Educational Institution

Jalgaon, August 18: The Cooperative Panel has achieved a remarkable victory in the Board of Directors elections at the Sarvodaya Educational Inst

Match AI models to workloads, not leaderboards

Cost, governance and data residency now matter as much as benchmark scores, if not more

Man booked for allegedly setting wife, mother-in-law ablaze in Kannur

Somalia: Al-Shabaab Suffers Heavy Losses in Foiled Attack

Mogadishu, August 18: According to the Ministry of Defense, the Somali National Armed Forces (SNAF) successfully thwarted an attack early Monday

BBC turns to US court to force Trump family testimony in $10 billion lawsuit

The BBC is seeking court permission to subpoena Ivanka Trump and Donald Trump Jr. for documents and testimony. This request stems from a massive

Four-member group allegedly threatens shop owner, fires shot into air in Kasaragod

Jharkhand Student Leader Devendra Nath Mahto Ends Hunger Strike

Jharkhand's student leader Devendra Nath Mahato called off his hunger strike late this evening.

Security agencies dismantle ISI-backed Shahzad Bhatti Network

In a strategic operation, security agencies dismantled the Shahzad Bhatti Network, a terror syndicate supported by ISI. Authorities detained over

UGC-NET 2026 cancellation: 60% English, Commerce questions allegedly repeated from Dec 2024 paper

The UGC-NET 2026 exams for English and Commerce were cancelled after around 60% of questions were allegedly found to closely mirror those in the

Awaiting answers: On the student protests in Jharkhand

Student agitations in Ranchi reveal angst over flawed exam processes

Delhi SIR: window to submit forms closes; 47.7 lakh voters out of draft roll

97.4 lakh forms of citys 1.45 crore voters digitised; draft roll to be out on August 24, followed by claims/objections till Sept. 23; final roll

SFI holds programme on Kannur University campus despite denial of permission

Congress flags missing OBC category in Census questionnaire, seeks Telangana-like caste census

Congress has questioned the absence of a specific OBC category in the Census questionnaire, warning that the open-ended caste field could produce

Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Seeks Quick Approval for Industrial Parks

New Delhi, August 18: Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhu participated virtually in the third meeting of the National Industrial Corridor Devel

Lookout notice for man accused of harassing student on KSRTC bus

Delhi Police cracks DCPs Kaka Nagar burglary in 24 hours, arrests accused with stolen iPhone, diamond ring

Delhi Police solved a burglary at a DCPs residence in upscale Kaka Nagar within 24 hours, arresting a man with stolen items including an Apple iP

Seven held with elephant tusk in Malappuram

Mysterious Death of Odisha Man Found in Hotel Room in Satna

Satna, August 18: A shocking incident has unfolded in Satna, Madhya Pradesh, where the body of a 30-year-old man from Odisha was discovered under

In 1919, German crews sank their own fleet at Scapa Flow. 100 years later, its steel became prized by industry for being radioactive-free

In 1919, German crews deliberately sank much of their surrendered fleet at Scapa Flow rather than allow the ships to be divided among the Allied

Chamoli hydro project work halted, workers evacuated after land subsidence triggers tunnel water seepage

Construction at NTPCs 520 MW Tapovan-Vishnugad hydroelectric project in Chamoli was halted and workers evacuated after land subsidence created a

Wondering who to avoid this week? Your birth month reveals the personality type most likely to test your patience, boundaries and emotional energy

Exploring the influence of birth months can enhance understanding of relationship dynamics and hurdles. Individuals born in April should be cauti

Losing forest for trees: On the CAGs audit of the Green India Mission

India is counting trees when it should be restoring forests

NCP Spokesperson Nasim Siddiqui Criticizes BJP and RSS for Labeling Dissenters as Mental Naxals

Mumbai, August 18: NCP (SP) spokesperson Nasim Siddiqui responded to various political issues concerning Maharashtra and the nation on Monday. He

Assam staffers stare at 20% pay cut if rewed sans divorce or first wife alive

In a notable move, the Assam government has announced a twenty percent salary reduction for employees who enter into second marriages without obt

BJP unveils new national team, none from J

Smriti Irani, Ram Madhav, Goyal among prominent new faces; 51 of 65 office-bearers new New Delhi, Aug 17: BJP president Nitin Nabin has announced

Schwan Laboratory inaugurated at GITAM

DMK regime created Enforcement Bureau-CID to control drug menace, says Udhayanidhi

He rejects the allegation that the previous government failed to take steps to prevent the spread of drug culture in Tamil Nadu

Rahul Gandhi urges Hemant Soren to meet students; slams PM Modi, NTA

Rahul Gandhi has called on Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren to engage with the protesting students. He also took aim at Prime Minister Naren

British PM Andy Burnham exchanged messages with Trump aide impostor: Report

Politico, citing four unnamed officials, first reported that Burnham believed he was messaging with Susie Wiles before becoming suspicious and en

Court dismisses 2020 protest case against CPI(M) leaders

Time Bank initiative introduced in Anna Nagar

Demands for Action on Vande Mataram Disrespect and Ram Temple Donation Theft: Mahant Raju Das

Chandauli, August 18: Amid ongoing political controversy surrounding the disrespect of Vande Mataram and the theft of donations intended for the

Investors pile into small, mid-caps as earnings momentum improves

Investors are channeling significant funds into small and mid-cap stocks this fiscal year. Small-cap funds have seen inflows nearly matching last

Nabin's BJP team blends fresh faces with heavyweights

On Monday, the BJP revealed a revamped team showcasing significant changes. Prominent figures like Piyush Goyal and Ram Madhav returned to influe

Renovated butterfly park reopened at Arignar Anna Zoo

Left hooks floor Sri Lanka: Suthar and Jadeja share seven wickets to hand India a healthy 178-run lead despite Dinushas century

India maintained control during the first Test match against Sri Lanka in Galle. Spinners Manav Suthar and Ravindra Jadeja took crucial wickets f

Residents protest redevelopment of Nageswara Rao park

Champions of Chennai awards presented

'Plays Golf, Starts War': Jon Ossoff's Explosive Charge On Trump, Close Aide Natalie Harp

Senator Jon Ossoff hit out at President Donald Trump over his handling of the Iran war. In a fiery speech, Ossoff accused Trump of allowing Ameri

BJP hits streets, targets NC Govt over

LoP Sharma accuses govt of corruption, poor governance Jammu Tawi, Aug 17:Hundreds of Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) workers on Monday staged prote

Doctors at private hospital save woman with clots blocking blood flow to lungs

Long-term vision is to provide certificates within a stipulated timeframe: Sengottaiyan

Minister says his department will implement a new practice of appointing officials in a three-tier system to speed up the process of providing ce

TVK MLA booked for assaultingjournalist in Sholinghur

52 astronauts left Earth for months in orbit, and within weeks their gut bacteria changed how they processed food, revealing why spaceflight can trigger constipation and potentially affect brain health

Constipation in space is more than an uncomfortable side effect. Astronauts often face it during long missions, but scientists have not fully und

T.N. government to launch health insurance for the elderly

Another key announcement is the planned replacement of the 87-year-old Tamil Nadu Public Health Act, 1939, with a modern, comprehensive Act to ad

Woman dies, husband injured after scooter-car collision

Kathua (Jammu Div), Aug 17:A woman died while her husband sustained injuries after the scooty they were travelling on was hit by an Alto car near

School bus hits container trailer near Ponneri; students suffer minor injuries

Nitin Gadkari defends Mumbai-Pune Expressway, urges tech to catch road defects

Nitin Gadkari defends MumbaiPune Expressway urges tech to catch road defects

Man killed, 11 injured after vehicle skids off road

Rajouri, (Jammu Div), Aug 17:A man was killed while 11 others were injured after a vehicle skidded off the road in the Thadikassi Tandwal area of

Indias unemployment rate falls to four-month low of 5.1% in July, rural jobs drive gains

Indias unemployment rate fell to a four-month low of 5.1% in July from 5.5% in June, with rural unemployment declining to 4.5%, official PLFS dat

On dignity in political discourse

Intense display of fandom and unquestioning loyalty towards individual leaders have cordoned the ability to enter into meaningful dialogue

Quote of the day by Jane Fonda: Ask questions. Stay curious. Its much more important to stay interested than to be interesting. Life lessons from motivational quote on active listening, genuine curiosity, human behavior and real growth

Quote of the day by Jane Fonda focuses on curiosity, questions, active listening and personal growth. Her words encourage people to remain intere

SIA arrests absconding narco-terror operative

Uncovers wider Pakistan/PoJK-based Hizbul Mujahideen conspiracy Jammu Tawi, Aug 17:Marking a significant breakthrough in its investigation into t

Budha Amarnath Yatra begins amid tight security

LG flags off first batch Jammu Tawi, Aug 17 : The annual pilgrimage to the ancient Budha Amarnath shrine in Poonch district commenced on Monday,

Trapped constable fired AK-47 during NEET protest: Bihar Police to Supreme Court

Bihar Police agreed that an AK-47 was a platoon-level weapon used in special operations but said that excessive force was not used, and the crowd

Seven eateries in Kochi inspected

India seeks WTO consultations with US over 50% tariff quota on quartz surface imports

India has sought consultations with the US at the World Trade Organization over Washingtons tariff-rate quota on quartz surface products, effecti

Retired government doctor from Coimbatore duped of 98 lakh in digital arrest scam

Karnataka: Resolution passed against purification ritual

India Appoints Ajay Kumar as Ambassador to Iraq, Soumendu Bagchi to Switzerland

Mumbai, August 18: The Indian government has announced significant diplomatic changes within the Ministry of External Affairs, appointing new amb

Amuthan murder: police arrest one more final year student

Our defence didnt do well, admits Fulton

Russia maintains election ban on opposition Yabloko, jails deputy head

Supreme Court ruling supports Kremlin's clampdown on the political party ahead of September's parliamentary vote. Russia maintains election ban o

I squared-Veolia consortium leads race to acquire KKR backed Re Sustainability

PE firm initiates parallel talks with local strategics after low $1.1 bn offer on table falls below expectations. KKR expected $1.6 billion, tran

SCoR GM reviews pilot AI system at Visakhapatnam Railway Station

BJP Leaders Commit to Uphold Trust After New Responsibilities

Jaipur, August 18: After receiving new roles in the BJPs leadership team, National General Secretary Gajendra Patel, National Secretary Sangeeta

The proud Assamese from other States

While others can identify as Assamese speakers, Bengali-origin Muslims were the first

Vande Mataram just added, people may take time to adjust to it: J&K CM Omar Abdullah

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah addressed the national song controversy. He stated people need time to adjust to its inclusion in

Trump says US not seeking to extend interim peace deal with Iran as 60-day deadline passes

Trump says US not seeking to extend interim peace deal with Iran as day deadline passes

Real Estate Broker Dies By Suicide In Gachibowli

A 38-year-old real estate broker died by suicide after jumping from his hostel building in Gachibowli, with police citing alleged financial stres

SIT Submits Final Report on Ayodhya Temple Offerings Theft Case

Lucknow, August 18: The Home Department of Uttar Pradesh has submitted the final report of the Special Investigation Team (SIT) to the Shri Ram J

Prithviraj Chavan alleges over 56,000 duplicate voters in Maharashtra

The former Maharashtra CM noted that despite a higher vote share in the 2024 Assembly polls compared to 2019, he lost the election and claimed th

Prithviraj Chavan alleges over 56,000 duplicate voters in Maharashtra

The former Maharashtra CM noted that despite a higher vote share in the 2024 Assembly polls compared to 2019, he lost the election and claimed th

Citizen-led food safety watch teams will be formed at at taluk level in Karnataka, says Health Minister

The Karnataka government also launched a QR code-based complaint management system for citizens to report drug and food safety violations

Citizen-led food safety watch teams will be formed at at taluk level in Karnataka, says Health Minister

The Karnataka government also launched a QR code-based complaint management system for citizens to report drug and food safety violations

Aakar Patel | Without Freedom, Does The Word Independence Really Mean Much?

Reporters Without Borders is based in Paris and produces an annual World Press Freedom Index. India is ranked 157th in the world and the reasons

1st Test: 'A Lot To Learn From Him', Manav Suthar Talks About Experience Of Bowling With Jadeja

Galle International Stadium: Debutant left-arm spinner Manav Suthar has revealed that he wants to learn from the experienced Ravindra Jadeja afte

Insolvency professionals need to be wary of IBC abuse indicators: IBBI

Insolvency professionals are now required to watch for at least nine indicators to prevent abuse of the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (IBC). Thi

RTC Buses, Metro Rail, Autos, Cabs On MeeTicket App

TGSRTC has revamped its MeeTicket app to offer integrated booking for RTC buses, Metro Rail, autorickshaws and cabs on a single platform.

Jagan Slams Suspension of Teachers Over TET Issue

Jagan demanded the revocation of the suspension orders against the five teachers and asked the Chief Minister to apologise to them and rectify wh

In 4000 BCE, a lake Mega Chad larger than all five Great Lakes covered roughly 360,000 sq km of what is now the Sahara. 6,000 years later, only a tiny fraction, well under 1%, of that ancient lake remains

Thousands of years ago, a vast lake covered an enormous area of what is now the southern Sahara. Known as Palaeolake Mega-Chad, the ancient lake

Bangladeshs Tarique Rahman Government Feels Threatened by Sheikh Hasinas Return Announcement

New Delhi, August 18: Former Indian High Commissioner to Bangladesh, Veena Sikri, has stated that Prime Minister Tarique Rahmans government is ap