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Nigerian children pay the price for Iran war as malnutrition, poverty surge

Children relapsing into malnutrition have become an increasingly common occurrence in the state and across northern Nigeria, according to local health and aid workers, who cite knock-on effects from the Iran war

19 Jul 2026 2:21 pm
Watch: Indias first privately developed orbital-class rocket successfully reaches orbit

India marked a significant milestone in its private space programme on July 18, 2026, as Vikram-1, the countrys first privately developed orbital-class launch vehicle, lifted off from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota.

19 Jul 2026 2:09 pm
Health Minister orders inquiry into KMCSL obtaining corporate membership at Thiruvananthapuram Tennis Club

The Health Department Principal Secretary was directed to conduct an immediate inquiry based on media reports that 19.13 lakh was spent on membership and related expenses from public money

19 Jul 2026 1:53 pm
CJP protest in Bengaluru urges more participation, sustained questioning

While the protest centred around the NEET paper leak and what the movement termed a deteriorating democratic system, it went beyond that agenda on Sunday (July 19, 2026)

19 Jul 2026 1:43 pm
NY Mayor says still mulling Netanyahu arrest during UN meet

Zohran Mamdani dmitted he was not sure if he has the power to order the New York Police Department to detain a foreign leader but is discussing the matter with the city's legal team

19 Jul 2026 1:35 pm
KPCC cracks whip on party workers feuding over government policy, postings

KPCC general secretary Deepthi Mary Varghese has issued a broad set of guidelines, cautioning party apparatchiks against airing broad-brush individualised statements on television talk shows and also social media, which risked feeding the public perception that the party was a divided house

19 Jul 2026 1:11 pm
Kerala Government declares July 20 an educational holiday on account of the Argentina-Spain FIFA World Cup final

Football fans and associations across Kerala greeted the governments decision with much fanfare. Fans, residents associations and sports clubs have set up huge wall-sized LED screens in public squares and parks to broadcast the spirit of the match to the audience.

19 Jul 2026 1:01 pm
Russian missiles strike Kyiv killing one, wounding 13

A series of powerful explosions thundered in the night, as Ukraines air force warned of a ballistic missile threat; Several non-residential buildings and warehouses were struck in the attack, while parked cars and office buildings were on fire in several districts, Kyiv Mayor said

19 Jul 2026 12:58 pm
U.S. military says two troops dead, one missing after Iran attacks base in Jordan

Minutes before the announcement, Iran's supreme leader warned of unforgettable lessons if the U.S. keeps attacking the Islamic Republic

19 Jul 2026 12:51 pm
Sonam Wangchuk | Fast and composed

The educationist-cum-innovator, who has been on a 21-day fast, has emerged as the face of the CJPs protest in Delhi demanding the Union Education Ministers resignation

19 Jul 2026 12:50 pm
Mcap of five of top-10 most valued firms jumps 1.54 lakh crore; TCS biggest winner

Last week, the BSE benchmark Sensex climbed 582.06 points, or 0.75%, and the NSE Nifty went up by 127.4 points, or 0.52%

19 Jul 2026 12:45 pm
Opposition walks out of all-party meeting over presence of rebel Trinamool faction

The breakaway TMC faction claims to have joined the Nationalist Citizens Party of India; the government is expected to outline its legislative agenda during the meeting

19 Jul 2026 12:39 pm
The Odysseyacross ages: how an ancient epic continues to speak to us

Ahead of the release of Christopher Nolans new adaptation of the Greek epic this July, Odysseuss long journey home from the Trojan war continues to captivate readers through its many translations and adaptations

19 Jul 2026 12:38 pm
Man found murdered in Kozhikode

Involvement of drug addicts suspected based on the statements of some of the local residents in the area

19 Jul 2026 12:37 pm
Final rites of Chennamma Deve Gowda at foothills of Ranganatha Swamy Betta at Mavinakere

The mortal remains of Chennamma will be brought to Holenarasipur by Sunday (July 19, 2026) evening. The public will be allowed to pay their last respects to her at the residence of former Minister H. D. Revanna in Holenarasipur

19 Jul 2026 12:34 pm
Police action forces end to tribal protest against MPs Ken-Betwa project after 15 days

The police dismantled the protest site, on the banks of Barana river near Kupi village, and symbolic pyres used by the demonstrators

19 Jul 2026 11:59 am
19 Jul 2026 11:52 am
Rahul, Kharge write to PM; seek probe into theft of donations at Ayodhya Ram temple

Congress leaders demand that the findings and the Trusts accounts should be made public so that every devotee knows how their offerings have been utilised

19 Jul 2026 11:40 am
Do college entrance exams test knowledge or computer skills?

The issue is not digital versus non-digital; it is whether one format should be imposed uniformly in a deeply unequal educational landscape

19 Jul 2026 11:39 am
Be realistic

Uncertain about your career options? Low on self-confidence? This column may help

19 Jul 2026 11:37 am
Vintage Sindhu stuns Yamaguchi to win maiden Japan Open title

Sindhu raced to a 3-0 lead before a few unforced errors, coupled with some brilliant shot-making from Yamaguchi, allowed the Japanese to draw level at 3-3

19 Jul 2026 11:34 am
J&K: Amarnath, Vaishno Devi, Shiv Khori pilgrimages suspended amid rain forecast

In view of inclement weather forecast issued by IMD, Shri Amarnathji Yatra shall remain temporarily suspended from both the Pahalgam and Baltal routes with effect from 19.07.2026 as a precautionary measure to ensure the safety and well-being of the pilgrims, says Kashmir Divisional Commissioner

19 Jul 2026 11:33 am
Sonam Wangchuks wife Gitanjali Angmo moves Delhi HC to shift him from Safdarjung hospital

Gitanjali J. Angmo has sought an urgent hearing; she said that she lost her faith in Safdarjung Government Hospital in Delhi

19 Jul 2026 11:27 am
Watch: England beats France 6-4 to finish third at FIFA world cup 2026

England defeated France 6-4 in a thrilling FIFA World Cup 2026 third-place playoff to secure third place. Bukayo Saka starred with a hat-trick, while Kylian Mbapp became the all-time leading goalscorer in World Cup history with 22 goals. Heres a look at all the highlights from the dramatic 10-goal encounter ahead of the Argentina vs Spain final.

19 Jul 2026 11:22 am
Jammu and Kashmir rains LIVE: Amarnath Yatra suspended as J&K braces for heavy rain

4 dead, several missing as flash floods, landslides batter Poonch district

19 Jul 2026 11:01 am
Watch: Flash floods hit J&Ks Rajouri; rescue teams evacuate hundreds

Flash floods triggered by heavy overnight rainfall have inundated Jammu and Kashmirs Rajouri, forcing hundreds of residents to evacuate.

19 Jul 2026 10:58 am
Why scientists watched a gene hop from a predator into its prey

Jumping genes are responsible for the spread of antibiotic resistance and in the development of many cancers. Scientists are also studying circular RNA molecules, like the one derived from the jumping intron, as next generation vaccine platforms. Understanding jumping genes can thus have profound implications for medicine

19 Jul 2026 10:53 am
News in Frames: The weight of a nations food

From dawn until dusk, they lift, carry, stack and unload sacks of grain and agricultural commodities, keeping the flow of food moving from farms to markets

19 Jul 2026 10:35 am
Social media influencers Andrew, Tristan Tate arrested in Miami

Andrew Tate has amassed over 10 million followers on X but has been banned from platforms like YouTube, TikTok and Instagram for violating hate speech guidelines

19 Jul 2026 10:18 am
Telugu cinema shines with 9 awards at 72nd National Film Awards

Kalki 2898 AD, Committee Kurrollu, 35-Chinna Katha Kaadu and Pushpa 2: The Rule won two awards each, while Lucky Baskhar bagged one

19 Jul 2026 10:11 am
Pleato help wilting plants at the GCC park on MGR Road in Kalakshetra Colony

Some sprinklers do not work, and those that do, function ineffectively at this park in Ward 179 of Thiruvanmiyur, says a committee member of Kalakshetra Colony Welfare Association

19 Jul 2026 9:44 am
How the second phase of the Iran-U.S. war started and why it is raging| Explained

The MoU, signed on June 14, stipulated Iran would allow ships to pass with no charge for60 daysonly, and that Iran would work with Oman to define the future administration and maritime services in the Strait of Hormuz

19 Jul 2026 9:42 am
Flash floods hit J&Ks Rajouri town, hundreds shifted to safer places amid heavy rainfall

Dozens of vehicles were swept away or submerged after overflowing rivers breached their banks, causing widespread disruption, the officials said

19 Jul 2026 8:53 am
'Night vigil' at Cockroach Janata Party protest: In pictures

The night vigil called by the CJP at Jantar Mantar saw a large gathering of people from across the country.

19 Jul 2026 8:45 am
Drop Shot Episode 3 | Usha Uthup, Christopher Nolan, Huma Qureshi & Monsoon Treks

Drop Shot Episode 3 | Usha Uthup, Christopher Nolan, Huma Qureshi & Monsoon Treks

19 Jul 2026 8:32 am
Four killed in an accident at Anandapuram in Visakhapatnam

The identities of the deceased are yet to be officially established

19 Jul 2026 8:28 am
U.S. military launches new airstrikes to swiftly punish Iran for deaths of U.S. troops

The strikes were designed to further degrade Iran's ability to restrict the traffic of oil tankers through the Strait of Hormuz, U.S. Central Command said

19 Jul 2026 7:23 am
Children from Narikurava community in Pallavaram as commentators in a puppetry production on environmental degradation

A year-long puppetry production titled Enge Engal Nadhigal by Agai Theatre of Voices has children from a Narikurava community in Pallavaram taking centre stage as storytellers. As part of this initiative, the children were taken on a tour of the industrial north Chennai on July 18 to understand the negative impact development can have on peoples everyday lives and bring that insight into their stories

19 Jul 2026 7:21 am
Kylian Mbappe passes Lionel Messi for career World Cup scoring record with 22 goals

Kylian Mbappe has 10 goals in this World Cup, two more than Messi in the race for the Golden Boot, which is awarded to the tournament's top scorer.

19 Jul 2026 6:52 am
Sonam Wangchuk hunger strike LIVE: CJP continues overnight protests; Safdarjung urges treatment for Wangchuk

Parliament session, CJP's rally plan key reasons for Wangchuk's removal from protest site

19 Jul 2026 6:38 am
Iran's Supreme Leader says U.S. breaches show Trump's signature is 'worthless'

Washington and Tehran have exchanged strikes after a ceasefire agreement fell apart last week, raising fears of a return to all-out war

19 Jul 2026 5:51 am
England edge France 6-4 in chaotic World Cup bronze match

Kylian Mbappe and Michael Olise were a threat as France searched for a way back into the game but they found England's second-choice goalkeeper Dean Henderson in top form

19 Jul 2026 5:04 am
Rathanvel seals 99th GM title as India closes in on Grandmaster century

The 25-year-old from Coimbatore had completed his three GM norms back in 2022, but repeatedly fell short of the rating requirement, turning what should have been the final step into a prolonged test of patience and mental resilience

19 Jul 2026 3:50 am
Argentina coach Scaloni hails Messi before World Cup final

He has made history. He is a legend, Scaloni said of the former Barcelona player, who has already helped Argentina win a World Cup and back-to-back Copa America titles in the last five years

19 Jul 2026 3:44 am
Sobers 'stood out' among the greats: West Indies legend Holding

The Barbados-born Sobers, who has died at the age of 89, featured in 93 Tests between 1954 and 1974, amassing 8,032 runs and taking 235 wickets

19 Jul 2026 3:38 am
For World Cships, venue concerns have been addressed: BAI

We have put two more doors in addition to the main door so that no stray animals can enter the arena. We will also have guards stationed there at all times. Ceilings have been changed. The toilets will be of the highest standard. Cleanliness wont be an issue, says Badminton Association of India (BAI) general secretary

19 Jul 2026 3:23 am
Mercedes driver Kimi Antonelli qualifies on pole for F1''s Belgian Grand Prix

Max Verstappen had set the fastest time after smart coordination with Red Bull teammate Isack Hadjar to give him the strongest possible slipstream on his lap

19 Jul 2026 3:19 am