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Ficci chief: It's for industry to take advantage of FTAs

Economic momentum sustains as oil prices moderate and trade deals offer new opportunities. Corporate sector performance shows robust demand, with

35 years on, 103-yr-old woman wins legal battle for plot of land

Habiban Khatoon, aged 103, finally received justice after a 35-year legal battle. Her eldest son purchased land in her name, but a cousin took po

Iran Targets Bahrain and Kuwait as US Launches More Airstrikes

The American strikes hit an Iranian army barracks, killed at least seven troops and wounded hundreds of people across the country, Iranian offici

U.S. says will not obstruct Venezuela Opposition leader's return

Now, I do think that there's some work we need to do in the context of Venezuela, so that way, when she returns, she doesn't get arrested, says D

Petrol, Diesel Prices On July 16: Check Updated Fuel Rates In Major Cities

While international crude rates are the biggest factor for fuel prices in India, they aren't the only ones. Taxes, freight costs, refining margin

Morning Brief Podcast: Who Pays For Ethanol?

Made Us All Proud: UK PM Keir Starmer Consoles England After FIFA WC Exit

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer expressed disappointment over England's 2-1 defeat to Argentina in the FIFA World Cup 2026 semifinal.

FIFA World Cup 2026: England tried to protect a late lead at World Cup but Messi and Argentina broke through to win

Argentina secured a dramatic 2-1 World Cup semifinal victory over England. Lionel Messi provided key assists for both late goals in the match. En

US strikes Iran again as Tehran warns of 'existential war' with America

The United States struck Iran's coastal defenses and missile sites on Wednesday. This action followed the reimposition of a naval blockade on Ira

Hegseth announces testosterone screening for U.S. troops

The move comes as the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services has moved to ease some restrictions on testosterone replacement therapies

FIFA World Cup 2026: The World Cup final is set, with Messi and Argentina facing Yamal and Spain for the title on Sunday

The World Cup final features a clash between Argentina and Spain. Argentina, led by Lionel Messi, faces Spain's strong defense. Both teams enter

They Better Behave: Trump Declines Iran Deadline Before Bridge Strikes

On Tuesday, Trump, during an interview with Fox News, warned that the United States would start targeting Iranian power plants

Morning Digest: NPCIL denies sensitive data breach at Kudankulam nuclear plant project; Argentina rallies to beat England and enter World Cup final, and more

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Three policemen killed, 34 injured in two terrorist attacks in NW Pakistan

Police said the attack occurred near Ladam Top at Haider when the convoy was passing through the area. The assailants first hurled hand grenades

Breaking News Live Updates: Red Fort to remain closed to public from July 15 to Aug 15

Grand Sri Jagannatha Ratha Yatra to Be Held by Hare Krishna Movement on July 19, 2026

Meticulous preparations are underway to ensure a spiritually uplifting and memorable experience for all attendees.

New York Times files motion to quash subpoenas served on journalists over Air Force One coverage

The New York Times has filed a motion to quash subpoenas that the Justice Department served on journalists who reported on security concerns invo

US sanctions 7 individuals, entities for supporting IRGC; reiterates stance for Tehran's denuclearisation

The United States imposed new sanctions on Iran for attacking commercial vessels. American forces conducted military strikes targeting Iranian ca

Christopher Nolans The Odyssey Is Epic Storytelling at Its Finest

Christopher Nolan transforms Homers timeless epic into a visually staggering, emotionally resonant adventure led by a stellar ensemble. Grand in

Beyond momos: Meghalayas chefs are reclaiming the states culinary identity

In Shillong, chefs behind AOrigins, Rynsan and Lady Aiko are reclaiming Meghalayas culinary heritage with dishes built around fermented bamboo sh

India, EU strengthen strategic partnership at 3rd TTC; announce cooperation in AI, semiconductors, clean technologies

The European Union and India on Wednesday reaffirmed their commitment to strengthen strategic cooperation in trade, technology and security at th

Bellingham Argues With Messi, Then Almost Comes To Blows With Argentina Star

Lionel Messi and Jude Bellingham were the two central characters in the England vs Argentina FIFA World Cup 2026 semi-final clash

KSU vows to expose former MLAs on uranium land grab

SHILLONG, July 15: The Khasi Students Union (KSU) has vowed to publicly name several former MLAs allegedly involved in land purchases in the uran

Three children electrocuted to death in Ri-Bhoi village

NONGPOH, July 15: Three children were electrocuted to death after coming into contact with a snapped 11 kV overhead power line in Umtangling vill

KCET Counselling 2026 Round 1 Final Seat Allotment Result Out; Check Direct Link, Next Steps Here

KCET Counselling 2026 Round 1 final seat allotment result has been released by KEA. Check how to download the allotment order, important dates an

Amid War, Trump Says Iran Has Freed US Citizen In Goodwill Gesture

US President Donald Trump said Wednesday that arch foe Iran has freed an American citizen detained since December 2024 and allowed her to leave t

'They better behave': Trump rules out setting any deadline for Iran before bombing its bridges

US President Donald Trump on Wednesday (local time) said that he does not like setting deadlines when asked whether he had given Iran any ultimat

Centre examining legal implications, possible clauses over WhatsApp, Telegram 'username' feature: Sources

The government is examining legal implications for WhatsApp and Telegram. This follows their replies to notices regarding the new username featur

Delhi court restores Umar Khalids two weekly video meetings with family

Counsel for Umar Khalid submitted that he had been permitted two weekly e-mulakats since the beginning of his incarceration and that the number h

Rs 5 Lakh Paid To NTA Paper-Setter In NEET Leak, 111 Questions Matched: CBI

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has recovered Motegaonkar's phone in which 36 images (five duplicate images) containing 132 handwritten

J&K NC to go ahead with July 20 protest at Jantar Mantar over Statehood, constitutionalguarantees

Omar Abdullahs uncle and former National Conference leader Mustafa Kamal had passed away on July 14

Move high court on SIR-linked ration card cancellation: Supreme Court to petitioner

The Supreme Court declined to hear a petition regarding ration card cancellations. These cancellations followed voter list deletions due to doubt

Quote of the day by Bob Marley: Love the life you live. Live the... Timeless life lessons on happiness, purpose, gratitude, resilience, and authentic living, and why science continues to prove his simple wisdom right

Quote of the day by Bob Marley continues trending because its timeless wisdom speaks to modern life, mental well-being, personal growth, and last

BJP turns PM Modi visits to states into 'swachh' drives

Organized cleanliness drives now precede Prime Minister Modi's state visits across India. These initiatives transform pre-VVIP spruce-ups into pu

2022 in mind, Congress may continue with Amarinder Raja Warring as Punjab party chief

The Congress party is not favoring a leadership change in its Punjab unit. This stance comes despite some functionaries demanding Amarinder Raja

Cabinet clears Rs 1.9 Lakh crore push for chip, mobile phone manufacturing

The Union Cabinet approved significant new schemes for semiconductor and mobile phone manufacturing. The India Semiconductor Mission's second pha

Nearly 10,000 more MBBS seats up for grabs this year

India's MBBS capacity reaches a record 1,36,939 seats for the 2026-27 academic session. This expansion is driven by new regulations allowing earl

3 Policemen Killed, 34 Injured In 2 Terrorist Attacks In Pakistan

Terrorists attacked a police convoy in Lower Dir district with hand grenades and automatic weapons on Wednesday, killing three police personnel a

Russia Hits Kyiv With Missiles As EU Chief Visits Ukraine

A series of explosions rang out in Kyiv shortly after midnight on Thursday, an AFP journalist said, after a Ukrainian air force alert reported th

Low water level in Mullaperiyar raising concern in both States

The low storage impacts not only Kerala but also neighbouring districts in Tamil Nadu; it has hit farming activities and may soon pose a threat t

NDA steps up push for numbers ahead of delimitation Bill, Opposition closes ranks

Both the ruling alliance and Opposition INDIA bloc are firming up strategies ahead of the Monsoon Session of Parliament; NDA banks on splits in T

ARG Vs ENG Highlights: Messi Inspires Late Comeback As Holders Reach World Cup Final

Lionel Messi provided two late assists as Argentina came from a goal down to beat England 2-1 in Atlanta, booking a place in the FIFA World Cup 2

India-Nepal Strengthen Power Partnership, Clear Path for 1,650 MW Export

Kathmandu, July 16: India and Nepal have agreed to enhance the volume of electricity exchange between the two countries through two cross-border

England vs Argentina, FIFA World Cup: Reigning champion rallies to beat tough English side, enters final again

Late Fernandez and Martinez goals secure 2-1 win for Argentina, setting up final showdown with Spain

Supreme Court asks CBSE for details of steps taken to curb digital evaluation flubs

The Supreme Court has asked CBSE to detail its actions on digital evaluation issues. A one-member commission is now inquiring into these alleged

SIR exercise: Delhi voters get 10 more days to submit enumeration forms

Electors in Delhi now have an extended period to submit their enumeration forms. House-to-house visits by BLOs in Delhi will continue until Augus

Quote of the day by Marilyn Monroe 'Respect Is One of Life's Greatest Treasures. I Mean, What Does It All Add Up to If You Don't Have That?' shows psychology of true successful human, offers timeless advice on healthy relationships, meaningful leadership, life of purpose

Quote of the day by Marilyn Monroe offers timeless wisdom about the true meaning of success. Respect begins with self-worth and grows through hon

Kudankulam nuclear plant data breached, NPCIL says core systems untouched

Nuclear Power Corporation of India stated its core systems remain secure after a cyber incident. A ransomware group posted files related to the K

'I'm the same Todd Blanche!: DOJ official's blistering response to Adam Schiff in explosive hearing

Delhi high court judge, later Manipur CJ, had LPG agency during tenure

Justice Siddharth Mridul allegedly operated an LPG distributorship during his judicial service. This action appears to violate judicial ethics an

US Military Strikes Ship Trying To Breach Iran Port Blockade

A US aircraft fired on and disabled an unladen oil tanker Wednesday as it tried to break the naval blockade of Iran's ports, the US military said

Vance says Trump administration 'screwed up' communications around Epstein files

Researchers Warn Of Threats To Sacred Groves In Andhra Pradesh

The report on Pavithravanams recommends a combined approach that integrates community-led conservation practices with scientific management for s

FTCCI Elects Maheshwari As President, Garimella As SVP

Maheshwari is the chairman and managing director of CIL Securities, a diversified financial services company. The company offers services as regi

Ukrainian Drone Kills Chief Engineer At Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Plant: Russia

The chief engineer at the Russian-controlled Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant has been killed by a Ukrainian drone near the station, the head of

NBFCs Share Of Education Loans To US Fall To 43% In FY26 From 54 %

These geographies benefited from relatively stable visa regimes, favourable post-study work opportunities and growing acceptance among Indian stu

Kazipet-Kacheguda Trains Get Shorter Route As SCR Checks Sitaphalmandi-Lallaguda Chord Line

The inspection was led by general manager Sanjay Kumar Srivastava, who conducted a trolley inspection of the section, reviewing signalling system

Dharwad: Doctor's Death, Son's Injuries Under Probe

City Police Commissioner Shashikumar said that Kiran's family members and friends repeatedly tried to contact him from Tuesday night and Wednesda

Hyderabad Police Step Up Action Against Unauthorised Number Plates

Hyderabad traffic joint commissioner of police, D. Joel Davis said only government-approved high-security registration plates are legally permitt

Could a newly discovered brain cell structure hold the secret to slowing Alzheimer's disease progression? Scientists uncover a hidden gatekeeper with shocking implications

Penn State scientists discovered a hidden structure within brain cells. This structure acts as a gatekeeper controlling what enters neurons. It r

CS Gets Extension, Reshuffle In Top Bureaucracy

The media savvy J Radhakrishnan has been transferred out of the State Electricity Board, where he was chairman and managing director, and posted

Hotel Worker Murdered In Honour Killing

The deceased, Senepalli Bhaskar, belonged to the Scheduled Caste community and hailed from Upparpalli village in Wardhannapet mandal of Warangal

MMC Warns Hotels Over Food Waste Disposal

The commissioner directed all hotels and restaurants within the city limits to mandatorily set up in-situ biogas plants for managing their wet fo

Mahadev betting funds used for Ebix buy: Enforcement Directorate

The Enforcement Directorate alleges illegal betting funds financed a major acquisition. Vikas Garg's firm Eraaya Lifespaces acquired US software

Sukhbir Badal Criticizes Bhagwant Mann Government Over Employee Action

Chandigarh, July 16: Sukhbir Singh Badal, the president of the Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD), has launched a sharp attack on the Punjab government an

Traffic Curbs For Jagannath Rath Yatra Today

The first procession, organised by Iskcon, Abids, will begin at 11 am from NTR Stadium near Indira Park and conclude at the Exhibition Grounds ar

UK: Man charged with murder after Indian woman stabbed to death at home in London

A 24-year-old Indian woman was fatally stabbed at her London home. A man has been charged with murder and attempted murder in connection with the

BRAOU Gets UGC Nod for 5 New Programmes

BRAOU has received UGC approval to launch five new programmes, including teacher education courses, from the 202627 academic year.

Nearly 25% Voters in Hyderabad District Not Available

Stating that the Election Commission has already extended the last day to submit the enumeration form to August 3, and no further extension will

Musk Says Le Pen Is 'France's Last Hope'

France's Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot appeared to urge Musk to rethink his support.

Excise targets drug peddlers as dead drop trend soars in Kochi

Sunetra Pawar Holds Key Meeting Amid Legal Challenge To Her Position

The meeting, held at Ms Pawars residence, was attended by senior party leader and state cabinet ministers Chhagan Bhujbal and Hasan Mushrif, Rajy

EC extends SIR deadline; final electoral roll to be out on Oct. 19

GHMC Expands 'Udvasana' Sacred Collection Drive to 12 Centres

GHMC has expanded its 'Udvasana' sacred collection drive to 12 centres across Hyderabad following encouraging public response.

ED files PMLA complaint in alleged visa fraud racket

The EDs probe is based on multiple FIRs alleging conspiracy in the preparation of forged educational certificates, fabricated experience certific

West Bengal govt. forms judicial panel to probe corruption charges during Trinamool rule

EPS Takes The lead In Preparing AIADMK For Elections

Once the dust raised by the storming of the political citadel by the TVK settled down, the AIADMK would return to its original self and would be

Hurriyat Conference chairman Mirwaiz urges restraint as PoK unrest leaves 9 dead

Mirwaiz Umar Farooq urged Pakistan to defuse unrest in PoK through dialogue. He expressed anguish over civilian and police deaths in continuing u

Adluri Lakshman Kumar Presents Mission Prakruti Awards

Welfare minister Adluri Lakshman Kumar presented Mission Prakruti awards and urged Gurukul students to play an active role in environmental conse

MNCs shifting inventory to India amid West Asia crisis: DP World Exec

West Asian disruptions prompt companies to shift inventory to India. Multinational firms are establishing satellite distribution hubs alongside D

Phrase of the Day: 'The Last Straw' - The everyday expression that explains why we all have a breaking point

The phrase 'the last straw' signifies a final annoyance after many difficulties. This expression originates from an old proverb about a camel's b

Attacks on seafarers hit hiring, raise costs for shipping companies

The recent spate of attacks on commercial vessels is significantly impacting the recruitment of Indian seafarers and driving up associated costs.

Echoes of Karbala, Iran beyond the shadows of war

The Iran that exists beyond stereotypes and western media headlines is a land of faith, resilience, culture, and quiet human dignity

Delhi Cabinet approves Bill to fine officials for delay in services

Penalty of up to 5,000 to be imposed only after hearing official, saysCMO; proposed law set to replace 2011 Act likely to be tabled in Monsoon Se

Law students arrested for hurling abuses in Supreme Court sent to 14-day jail

Two law students were sent to 14-day judicial custody by a Delhi court. They were arrested for disrupting a Supreme Court hearing and assaulting

Irans disruptive strategy, its global consequences

Tehran needs to recognise the limits of its current geopolitical advantage

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'No Place for Drugs in Educational Institutions': DGP C.V. Anand

DGP C.V. Anand said Telangana will establish anti-drug committees in educational institutions to strengthen campus safety and enforce zero tolera

Traffic head constable killed in hit-and-run at Singhu border

Cabinet approves 24,000-crore highway projects in Varanasi to ease congestion

The Union Cabinet approved highway projects exceeding 24,000 crore for Varanasi. These projects aim to significantly ease traffic congestion with