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Ajinkya Rahane Joins BBC's The Hundred Coverage as Sole Indian Commentator

In the womens competition, defending champions Sunrisers Leeds, formerly Northern Superchargers, also began their campaign with a victory in their season opener.

22 Jul 2026 4:26 pm
SC Asks States to Consider Raising Judicial Officers Retirement Age to 61

All state governments and union territories (UTs) are directed to take a decision, in consultation with their respective jurisdictional high courts, on this issue. In case they agree, judicial officers in such states shall be permitted to continue in service up to the age of 61 years.

22 Jul 2026 4:26 pm
Hyderabads Ruddarraju from CBIT is OpenAI Compute CTO

Ruddarrajus journey began in Hyderabad at the Chaitanya Bharathi Institute of Technology (CBIT), before he moved to the United States in 2011 to pursue a masters degree in computer science engineering at the University of Minnesota. Over the years, he built his career across leading firms, including eBay and Robinhood in San Francisco.

22 Jul 2026 4:25 pm
50 OTT Platforms Disabled in 2 Years for Displaying Obscene Content: Centre

Based on complaints, the government regularly takes action against such intermediaries and OTT platforms

22 Jul 2026 4:24 pm
Gill, Kohli and Rohit Feature in Top 5 of Latest ICC ODI Batting Rankings

Gill scored 188 runs in three matches in the 1-2 series defeat to England and is now just one rating point behind table-topper Mitchell

22 Jul 2026 4:18 pm
Telangana Power System Withstands 7,000 MW El Nio Shock, No Power Cuts: Bhatti

Peak demand hits 16,500 MW amid hydel shortfall; uninterrupted supply ensured through planning and reforms

22 Jul 2026 4:16 pm
Apollo Gallery Reopens at Louvre After Heist, but Jewels Remain Off Display

The collections and precious jewels once displayed there have been removed, as the museum said the gallery is returning to its 17th-century original ceremonial purpose.

22 Jul 2026 4:15 pm
Kishan Reddy Thanks Modi for Boosting Telangana Rice Procurement

The decision, translating into an additional 12 LMT of paddy procurement, will provide greater support to the farming community

22 Jul 2026 4:12 pm
Protests Rock India as Jantar Mantar Inspires Some, Angers Others

As protests and negotiations still ongoing in Delhi as protesters of the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) continue their sit-in at Jantar Mantar on Wednesday, as the agitation over alleged irregularities in competitive examinations entered its second month

22 Jul 2026 4:12 pm
Frances Environment Minister Resigns Over Govt Allowing 2 Banned Pesticides

Monique Barbut, who was appointed in October last year, said she will hand her resignation to French President Emmanuel Macron as she no longer have any other option than to resign.

22 Jul 2026 4:07 pm
Kuldeep Yadav Signs For Yorkshire To Play Five One Day Cup, Three Red-ball Games

Yadav goes straight into the squad for Friday's 50-over clash with Glamorgan at Neath

22 Jul 2026 4:07 pm
Everything You Need to Know About Trump's 50% Tariffs on Canada

Trump on Monday announced 50% tariffs on some Canadian products, ratcheting up tensions with one of the closest U.S. allies.

22 Jul 2026 3:57 pm
CJP Urges Wangchuk to End Fast; Dipke Asks PM to Break Silence

Wangchuk has been on an indefinite hunger strike for the last 25 days in support of students demanding accountability over alleged examination irregularities

22 Jul 2026 3:55 pm
CJP Urges Sonam Wangchuk to End Hunger Strike

Student outfit says Wangchuk's sacrifice has inspired the nation, vows to continue protests over alleged examination irregularities.

22 Jul 2026 3:55 pm
What to Know About Iran's Pickaxe Mountain as Trump Threatens Nuclear Site

Experts say the size of the construction project indicates Iran will likely be able to use the underground facility to enrich uranium as well as to build centrifuges.

22 Jul 2026 3:44 pm
Rohit and Virat Need Clarity Theyll Stay Even After a Bad Series: Yuvraj Singh

Former India all-rounder backs senior duo, stresses honest communication from team management ahead of 2027 World Cup

22 Jul 2026 3:41 pm
Rubio Says US Still Willing To Negotiate Over Iran Crisis

U.S. Secretary of State Rubio says Iran is not serious about talks to end the war.

22 Jul 2026 3:21 pm
Telangana Govt to Table Lifts and Escalators Bill In Cabinet

The draft comes in the wake of frequent lift accidents across the state and following directions from the Telangana High Court. Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy approved the draft on June 25.

22 Jul 2026 3:11 pm
FIFA World Cup 2026 Prize Money: How Much Champions Spain Earned

Along with the trophy, medals and championship rings, Spain were also awarded prize money for their triumph

22 Jul 2026 3:10 pm
Hyderabad Police Arrest 2, Recover Over 1 Kg Stolen Gold Ornaments

The police recovered 1 kilo 28.59 grams of gold ornaments including seven necklaces, seven pairs of earrings from them

22 Jul 2026 3:02 pm
Uday Krishna Reddy Case: HC Seeks Details, Hearing Posted to Monday

DCP Lavanya visited the Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel National Police Academy (SVPNPA) on Wednesday and initiated the investigation.

22 Jul 2026 2:59 pm
Ram Charan Shares Birthday Post for Wife Upasana

The Mega Power Star marked the special occasion with a warm message on social media, drawing thousands of affectionate wishes from fans and well-wishers worldwide.

22 Jul 2026 2:57 pm
Everything Will Be Remembered: Arijit Singh Supports Students After Police Crackdown

Singh shared a series of posts on X and expressed anger over the use of force against the protesters.

22 Jul 2026 2:51 pm
Tension in Nampally as BJP, Congress Protests Turn Confrontational

Police resort to lathi charge, take leaders into preventive custody amid duelling rallies in Hyderabad

22 Jul 2026 2:48 pm
Air India Extends Suspension of Tel Aviv Flights Till September-End

Carrier cites continued security concerns in West Asia amid renewed hostilities between the US and Iran.

22 Jul 2026 2:42 pm
Bollywood Stars Unite Online to Support Student Protests Against NEET Exam Irregularities

Actors and creators including Sonu Sood, Vir Das, Dia Mirza, Soha Ali Khan, Aditi Rao Hydari, and Rohit Saraf have shared poignant posts calling for empathy, open dialogue, and a safe environment for peaceful demonstrations.

22 Jul 2026 2:34 pm
OpenAI Says AI Models Went Rogue During Testing, Triggering 'Unprecedented' Breach at Startup

OpenAI said the breakout was an unprecedented cyber incident, involving state-of-the-art cyber capabilities and that the company was reinforcing its safeguards

22 Jul 2026 2:34 pm
UP Worker Held for Rs 6.37 Lakh House Theft in Mangaluru

Police recover stolen gold ornaments and wristwatch within 24 hours of registering the case.

22 Jul 2026 2:32 pm
Karnataka Records 35% Rainfall Deficit as Weak Monsoon Raises Drought Fears

KSNDMC data shows 24 districts received deficient rainfall, with Vijayanagara recording the state's highest shortfall.

22 Jul 2026 2:25 pm
Vizag: One Killed, 2 Injured As Concrete Mixer Lorry Rams Into Workers

Police said the accident occurred after the lorry driver reportedly dozed off at the wheel.

22 Jul 2026 2:20 pm
Naidu Meets Modi in New Delhi

During the meeting, Naidu gifted Modi a replica of the presiding god of the Tirupati Balaji temple, Lord Sri Venkateswara Swamy

22 Jul 2026 2:17 pm
Sanjana Ganesan, Devisha Shetty React To Delhi Student Protest

Sanjana Ganesan expressed grief over a six-year-old being affected by tear gas and said that peaceful citizens should not have to fear the people meant to protect them

22 Jul 2026 2:16 pm
SC Agrees To Hear Sena (UBT) Plea Against Merger Of 6 MPs Wth Shinde

The Shiv Sena (UBT) had argued before the Lok Sabha Speaker that their rebel MPs should be disqualified as the defections fall under the anti-defection law.

22 Jul 2026 2:09 pm
Karnataka Seeks National Disaster Tag for Worsening Drought

Deputy CM G Parameshwara urges the Centre to provide immediate relief and relax drought declaration norms as crisis deepens.

22 Jul 2026 2:07 pm
TGSPDCL Boosts Distribution Network for Quality Power Supply

Patil ighlighted the organization's ongoing initiatives to strengthen the power distribution network through transformer augmentation, infrastructure upgrades, and technology-driven improvements, ensuring reliable and quality power supply to consumers across Telangana

22 Jul 2026 2:02 pm
Bihar: Police Fire Tear Gas Shells, Lathicharge Students Demanding Resignation of Pradhan

The protesters had gathered under the banner of the All India Students' Association (AISA), an affiliate of the CPI(ML) Liberation, and they faced the police action near Gandhi Maidan, about three km away from the Governor's residence

22 Jul 2026 2:01 pm
Kerala Cabinet Plans Anti-Ragging Law, Approves Sidharthan Distress App

Addressing a press conference after the Cabinet meeting, Satheesan said the government has noticed an increase in incidents of ragging on college campuses

22 Jul 2026 1:58 pm
Congress Protest at Lok Bhavan; Leaders Detained

The Congress alleged that the detention of Rahul Gandhi and other Opposition leaders was an attempt to suppress democratic voices.

22 Jul 2026 1:57 pm
AP to Deploy 2 Kumki Elephants to Curb Man-animal Conflict near Odisha Border

The Forest Department has finalised arrangements to shift the elephants from the Musalamadugu Camp at Palamaner to the Guchchimi Camp in Parvathipuram Manyam district

22 Jul 2026 1:41 pm
Pooja Hegde Gets Shorter Role in Vijay's Jana Nayagan

On social media, fans expressed concern that despite headlining films like Beast and Retro, Pooja has not been offered roles that fully showcase her acting abilities.

22 Jul 2026 1:39 pm
Policeman Killed in Terror Attack in J&K's Anantnag

Suspected terrorists opened fire on a police party in Anantnag, while an Army rifleman died after falling from a height near the Line of Control in Rajouri.

22 Jul 2026 1:33 pm
Bondi Beach Terror Attack: Hyderabad Hero Gets Australian Residency

Despite being in shock from the incident, he did not leave. Instead, he carried people who were lying in pools of blood and barely breathing to the ambulances and showed immense courage and bravery, for which the Aussie government granted him citizenship.

22 Jul 2026 1:29 pm
Kerala CM Blames Previous Govt for State's Power Crisis

V D Satheesan says scrapping a 25-year power purchase agreement triggered the electricity shortage, forcing costly power procurement.

22 Jul 2026 1:28 pm
What's Behind India's Cockroach Youth Protests?

The exam leak this year coincided with the birth of the self-named Cockroach Janta Party satire movement, which appears to have channelled the frustration of the youth into the current protests.

22 Jul 2026 1:26 pm
Fraudster Uses Fake PhonePe App to Buy Gold

According to reports, a man, identified as Rajesh, visited a jewellery shop and purchased a gold ornament worth Rs. 97,000. He then showed the shop owner what appeared to be a successful payment on a fake PhonePe app.

22 Jul 2026 1:24 pm
Amitabh Bachchan Clarifies Surgery Post, Says It Was About Argentinas World Cup Loss

The actor also assured his fans of being in good health.

22 Jul 2026 1:11 pm
TVK, DMK Step Up Demand to Scrap NEET

TVK and DMK renew calls to abolish the medical entrance exam, arguing it disadvantages students and seeking greater state control over medical education.

22 Jul 2026 1:10 pm
Revanth Reddy Demands Dharmendra Pradhan's Sacking Over NEET Paper Leak

Telangana CM alleges question papers are being sold for crores in BJP-ruled states and demands the arrest of those responsible for the NEET leak.

22 Jul 2026 1:08 pm
Brother of Anitha, TN NEET Aspirant Who Died by Suicide Joins CJP Protest

Maniratnam's presence at the protests has revived attention to the long-standing debate over NEET that first gained national prominence with his sister S. Anitha's death by suicide

22 Jul 2026 1:03 pm
Vande Bharat Sleeper Trains Soon in Vijayawada

Railway officials are aiming to introduce the sleeper version in the Vijayawada Division by Dasara.

22 Jul 2026 12:56 pm