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Opposition to corner government in Parliament on police brutality against students, insist on PM apology

Such brutal violence destroys every norm, and has outraged the country; youth and students, the future of our country, are demanding answers and accountability; their voice will be heard, said Rahul Gandhi

26 Jul 2026 4:41 pm
AI-powered software on the anvil to fast-track building plan approvals in Tamil Nadu

According to sources, Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay has directed officials to ensure building plan approvals are processed without delay wherever applications comply with the prescribed requirements.

26 Jul 2026 4:35 pm
Why are there protests over the Ken-Betwa project?

Why does the project aim to do? How many villages and families are likely to be affected by it? What are the concerns of the tribal people regarding rehabilitation and compensation? Why has the project raised concerns among conservationists?

26 Jul 2026 4:27 pm
Two held for impersonating Congress leader Priyanka Gandhis aide in cyber fraud case

Elathur MLA Vidya Balakrishnan had received a phone call on July 6 from a person claiming to be the private secretary of the Wayanad MP, offering her a Cabinet Ministers post in exchange for 3 crore. Growing suspicious, the MLA contacted the MPs office, which confirmed it was a scam

26 Jul 2026 4:23 pm
PRAXIS: a NASA mission to graze planet rings

The mission will consist of a bio-inspired robotic explorer driven by an AI model, and will be capable of directly sampling particles from planetary ring systems something no mission has attempted before

26 Jul 2026 4:23 pm
Nandyals Catch the Rain works find mention in Modis Mann ki Baat

The Prime Minister referred to the campaign in his Sunday address; the district has desilted 2,691 km of feeder channels and completed restoration at 225 of 251 minor irrigation tanks since July 4

26 Jul 2026 4:21 pm
Attempt to bribe TVK MLAs: Two arrested accused move Madras High Court seeking bail

The principal district and sessions court in Chennai had refused to grant them bail on July 17, 2026 and hence they had moved the High Court

26 Jul 2026 4:20 pm
Andhra Pradesh launches AI platform to forecast urban floods; Vijayawada first

Developed by the Real Time Governance Society with the State Disaster Management Authority and IIT Gandhinagar, the platform uses three decades of Budameru flood data and satellite terrain mapping to give rainfall forecasts 48 hours ahead

26 Jul 2026 4:19 pm
Tej Pratap arrested over NEET paper leak protest before Bihar Police registered FIR : Lawyer

Reacting to Tej Pratap Yadavs arrest, Jan Suraaj Party founder Prashant Kishor claimed, Tej Pratap Yadav supported me, so he was sent to jail. The BJP is harassing leaders of Jan Suraaj Party and those who are supporting us by misusing the administration.

26 Jul 2026 4:16 pm
India reclaim top spot in ICC T20I rankings

The reigning T20 world champions regained the top spot from England, who had dethroned Shreyas Iyers side after their 4-0 series win recently

26 Jul 2026 3:56 pm
Two teenagers killed as lorry hits scooter in Hyderabad, friend survives

The deceased were identified as B. Mahesh and Laxmi Teja, both aged 17. Their friend, B. Kiran, also 17, sustained minor injuries in the accident

26 Jul 2026 3:54 pm
Tap ESCO model for improving energy efficiency, Kerala's Energy Management Centre tells institutions, industries

What makes the ESCO model attractive is that entities can implement energy efficiency improvement projects without upfront capital investment. The Energy Service Company undertakes the investment and implementation of the selected energy efficiency measures, and the project cost is recovered from the verified energy cost savings that are generated

26 Jul 2026 3:53 pm
Businessman duped of 1.21 lakh in online gaming investment fraud

Victim lured by false promises of high returns on investment through a fraudulent gaming app, leading to multiple bank transfers and a police investigation

26 Jul 2026 3:39 pm
One killed, over 30 injured as bus overturns in Keralas Kuttippuram

According to local residents, the bus travelling from Thrissur to Kozhikode was speeding when the driver lost control

26 Jul 2026 3:37 pm
Rahul Gandhi writes to Amit Shah, demands accountability for barbaric assault on students

The Congress leader also demanded that action be taken against those who shot at and baton-charged students and that PM Modi apologise to the students

26 Jul 2026 3:25 pm
Bankipur bypoll: BJP engaging Jeevika Didis to mobilise voters, says Prashant Kishor

In Bihar, 'Jeevika Didi' refers to women members of a state government initiative aimed at the social and economic empowerment of rural women through self-help groups

26 Jul 2026 3:04 pm
Disqualification proceedings: Edappadi Palaniswami, ex-AIADMK MLAs asked to appear before Speaker on July 30

During the course of the inquiry into the petition submitted by Mr. Palaniswami, the four former MLAs appeared before the Speaker separately on two occasions and gave both oral and written explanations

26 Jul 2026 2:50 pm
Ivory and tush missing from eight dead wild elephants of Malayattoor, Vazhachal forests of Kerala

However, the SIT ruled out any possibility of any deliberate or accidental human-caused mortality, namely poaching, poisoning, weapon injuries, or anthropogenic interference in the elephant deaths.

26 Jul 2026 2:50 pm
Former Narsampet MLA Peddi Sudarshan Reddy critical after heart attack

Family members shifted him to Rohini Hospital, Hanumakonda, where he is undergoing treatment; hospital sources said his condition was critical

26 Jul 2026 2:38 pm
Bhogapuram airport: government promises to settle farmers compensation through court

Minister Kondapalli Srinivas and Collector S. Ramsundar Reddy told farmers families the money deposited with the Visakhapatnam tribunal would reach them in a few months; farmers who gave land for the approach road had sought up to 1 crore an acre against the 48 lakh offered

26 Jul 2026 2:33 pm
At least 23 missing after Vietnamese ship sinks in South China Sea: Chinese state media

The cargo vessel Khoi Nguyen 18 encountered trouble near Yongshu Reef, also known as Fiery Cross Reef, state broadcaster CCTV reported, adding that 39 people had been rescued

26 Jul 2026 2:26 pm
Iran army says war to expand further if U.S. attacks restart

I believe that if the Americans once again fall for the Zionists' deception, or move in line with them, and insist on continuing the war, particularly through air strikes, geographically this will expand further, army spokesman Mohammad Akraminia told state television.

26 Jul 2026 2:25 pm
Prahlad Joshi takes charge as Education Minister

Dharmendra Pradhan resigned from his post on July 25, following the Cockroach Janta Party-led student protests across the country, demanding his ouster over the NEET paper leak controversy.

26 Jul 2026 1:53 pm
Wrong-side driving rampant on Puducherrys arterial roads

With motorists and vehicle users showing scant regard to the No Entry Board erected by the Traffic police, the city is now rife with one-way violations creating a perilous situation for other vehicle users.

26 Jul 2026 1:53 pm
Watch: Berlin pride event: Van crashes into crowd, killing one and injuring 16

Berlins annual LGBTQ+ Pride celebrations ended in tragedy after a white van drove into a crowd near Tiergarten park on Saturday night. One person was killed and at least 16 others were injured, with several victims reported to be in life-threatening condition.

26 Jul 2026 1:53 pm
Discipline for the greater common good

Build strength and resilience for not only the guts and nervous system but also neighbourhoods, streets, and cities

26 Jul 2026 1:49 pm
The vanishing kitchen

With the advent of food delivery platforms, the traditional Indian kitchens have become redundant

26 Jul 2026 1:49 pm
The reading race

Modern reading challenge is changing yet another enjoyable human activity into a measurable achievement

26 Jul 2026 1:49 pm
Vessel with four Indians struck at Ukraines Odessa port; two safe, fate of two awaited

The incident occurred on Saturday (July 25, 2026) when MV AGN Ragnar was hit at the Port of Odessa, one of Ukraine's key Black Sea ports

26 Jul 2026 1:40 pm
Closer ties and easier travel: Israel eyes pre-war tourist levels from India by 2027

Israel had witnessed one of its strongest tourism recoveries following the COVID-19 pandemic before the conflict interrupted its growth trajectory, Amruta Bangera, Director of Marketing, Israel Ministry of Tourism said

26 Jul 2026 1:38 pm
Kerala approves over 73,000new priority ration cards

Food and Civil Supplies Minister Anoop Jacob announces allnewly approved priority ration card holders will begin receiving free rations from August 3

26 Jul 2026 1:33 pm
The reframing of the political narrative by Gen Z at Jantar Mantar

The anti-paper leak protests at Jantar Mantar evolved into a wider expression of Gen Zs concerns over fairness, accountability and trust, posing a political challenge for the BJP and prompting questions about the credibility of sections of the mainstream media

26 Jul 2026 1:23 pm
Government orders capture of Aralam Farm tusker KM1, to be fitted with radio collar and released into forest

According to the Forest department, KM1 regularly breaches various protective barriers installed along the forest boundary to enter in habitat areas

26 Jul 2026 1:23 pm
D.K. Shivakumar convenes meeting of Karnataka MPs in Delhi to press States pending demands

The Chief Minister said Karnataka was passing through a difficult period owing to the drought situation and expressed hope that the Centre would extend the required assistance

26 Jul 2026 1:12 pm
Kargil Vijay Diwas: Soldiers sacrifice is foundation of our freedom and security, says Karnataka CM D.K. Shivakumar

Recalling the conflict, Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar said 527 soldiers were martyred during the Kargil War, including 13 from Karnataka

26 Jul 2026 1:00 pm
India urges citizens to assess security situation before taking up jobs in maritime conflict zones

The advisory came days after five Indians were killed in attacks on two commercial vessels in the Black Sea region in the last one week

26 Jul 2026 12:53 pm
Security guard found dead inside Tambaram MEPZ

The deceased man was working in a private pharmaceutical company located in the Tambaram MEPZ complex, for the past eight months.

26 Jul 2026 12:53 pm
Carrie teaser: Mike Flanagan reimagines Stephen Kings horror classic for Prime Video

Prime Video has released the first teaser for Carrie, offering a first look at Mike Flanagans contemporary reimagining of Stephen Kings iconic horror novel ahead of its October premiere

26 Jul 2026 12:47 pm
M.K. Stalin suppressed DMK Charitable Trust details in his election affidavit, alleges plea in Madras High Court

A 73-year-old advocate who had contested against the former Chief Minister in Kolathur constituency insists upon an inquiry by the Election Commission of India

26 Jul 2026 12:46 pm
PAV urges govt. to strengthen disease surveillance as COVID cases rise

In a representation to Health Minister Satya Kumar Yadav, the organisation said mild and asymptomatic infections may go undetected as widespread testing has stopped, and sought targeted testing among symptomatic people, vulnerable groups and healthcare workers

26 Jul 2026 12:43 pm
Neuromancer teaser: Apple TV unveils first look at William Gibsons cyberpunk classic

Apple TV has released the first teaser for Neuromancer, offering us our first glimpse of the long-awaited adaptation of William Gibsons groundbreaking cyberpunk novel ahead of its January 2027 premiere

26 Jul 2026 12:43 pm
Sea of youth at Mumbais Shivaji Park to celebrate Dharmendra Pradhans resignation

A group of participants in the gathering said they have come to Shivaji Park to show solidarity with the protesters; This is a victory of democracy, they said.

26 Jul 2026 12:36 pm
Rooftop solar connections in APCPDCL area rise from 6,489 to 50,114 in a year

APCPDCL is committed to accelerating rooftop solar adoption under the PM Surya Ghar scheme, says CMD

26 Jul 2026 12:33 pm
Stalins remarks over CM Vijays inaction on Cauvery water, Mekedatu contradict facts: Minister Aadhav Arjuna

In a statement, Mr. Arjuna said the State government was resolved to protect the livelihood of farmers in the Cauvery delta, ensure the States drinking water security and safeguard Tamil Nadus legal rights over Cauvery waters.

26 Jul 2026 12:31 pm
Tamil Nadu gears up to host 31st Southern Zonal Council meeting in August

Union Home Minister Amit Shah will chair the Southern Zonal Council meeting. Tamil Nadu government has nominated Ministers R. Nirmalkumar and Rajmohan as members of the Southern Zonal Council.

26 Jul 2026 12:23 pm
Mann ki Baat: India emerging as trusted global defence partner, says PM Modi

The Prime Minister said, be it in defence production or defence exports, India is consistently moving towards new heights.

26 Jul 2026 12:20 pm
Marvel SDCC 2026: David Jonsson takes the Black Panther mantle, Ryan Gosling joins the MCU as Ghost Rider

Marvel Studios packed Hall H at San Diego Comic-Con with major announcements, revealing a new Black Panther film, a long-awaited Ghost Rider reboot and fresh footage from Avengers: Doomsday as it laid out the next phase of the MCU

26 Jul 2026 12:16 pm
7,000 acres of mangroves restored, 4,000 more in 2026-27: Pawan Kalyan

On the International Day for the Conservation of Mangrove Ecosystems, the Deputy Chief Minister said the Great Green Wall reflected the States resolve to strengthen its natural shield against climate change

26 Jul 2026 12:13 pm
Tamil Nadu government extends Seventh State Finance Commissions tenure till December 31

The Seventh State Finance Commission, chaired by retired IAS officer K. Allaudin, was constituted in May 2025.

26 Jul 2026 12:13 pm