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SC to hear Delhi Race Club plea against eviction on August 25

The dispute concerns the clubs occupation of an 84-acre plot on Lok Kalyan Marg. The Centre had argued that the lease granted to the club in 1926 expired on December 31, 1994, and had not been renewed

24 Aug 2026 2:18 pm
Using thunderquakes to X-ray earth a new study shows urban seismology in action

When lightning strikes, it superheats the air around it and creates a shock wave that we hear as thunder. When that energy reaches the ground, some of it is converted into seismic waves, and the resulting vibration is a thunderquake

24 Aug 2026 2:18 pm
Tamil Nadu Speaker bans prior publication of issues to be raised under Rule 55 and 56 of Assembly

Says the issues must be admitted by the Speaker before being released to the media or publicised on social media

24 Aug 2026 2:17 pm
Six-year-old run over by lorry after falling off bike near Perumbavoor in Keralam

Joshua Basil, son of Basil, a native of Nedungapra, was run over by a lorry after falling off the bike his father was riding, according to police sources

24 Aug 2026 2:04 pm
Why are Maharashtras auto-rickshaw, taxi drivers being issued notices for lacking Marathi language skills? | Explained

Since August 20, around 13,000 drivers have been tested in Mumbai and other parts of the State, as per the Transport Department

24 Aug 2026 1:49 pm
New Zealand's PM Christopher Luxon proposes banning children from using social media

Prime Minister Christopher Luxon has proposed banning children under 16 from using social media, citing concerns over harmful content, addictive technology and the impact on young peoples mental health, sleep and education

24 Aug 2026 1:39 pm
Keralam govt approves SOP for euthanasia of rabid, incurably ill stray dogs

Stray dog management committees to be set up in every local body to decide on mercy killing

24 Aug 2026 1:38 pm
Hopes of rescuing crew members alive fade around sunken cargo ship in Bay of Bengal

Despite days-long search operations in the Bay of Bengal, neither the debris of the ill-fated vessel nor any of its 22 missing crew members could be traced, an Indian Coast Guard (ICG) spokesperson said on August 24

24 Aug 2026 1:38 pm
Zoomcar and Uber partner to give travelers more ways to plan road trips

Zoomcar and Uber partner to give travelers more ways to plan road trips

24 Aug 2026 1:34 pm
2026 Taiwan Jewellery & Gem Fair to Take Place in November

2026 Taiwan Jewellery & Gem Fair to Take Place in November

24 Aug 2026 1:31 pm
OGA 2026 Positions Kuala Lumpur as the Regional Marketplace for Southeast Asia's Energy Growth

OGA 2026 Positions Kuala Lumpur as the Regional Marketplace for Southeast Asia's Energy Growth

24 Aug 2026 1:31 pm
Triple test, adrift: On the ruling on the definition of industry | The Hindu Editorial

The Supreme Court should not have discarded a workable test on industry

24 Aug 2026 1:29 pm
Amravati hospital fire: Saw infants covered in black ash, recalls parent

Relatives of some children admitted to the hospital also claimed that the wards water spray system failed to function and said it should have been activated immediately when the fire broke out

24 Aug 2026 1:18 pm
Japanese lawmakers travel to Beijing, seeking to mend ties after Takaichi's Taiwan remark fallout

Japan seeks a chance to mend its strained ties with China as tensions have spilled over into the economy

24 Aug 2026 1:16 pm
Keralam actor Devan set to join Vijays TVK after BJP exit

Devan says he has been offered the post of TVK Keralam State president and that discussions on the matter will be held in upcoming meetings

24 Aug 2026 1:14 pm
SIR in Karnataka: Draft roll out now, heres how you can check it

Starting August 24, notices will also be issued to voters whose records have been flagged for logical discrepancies or who could not be mapped to the 2002 electoral rolls.

24 Aug 2026 1:13 pm
Delhi lashed by heavy rains; IMD issues red, orange alerts for more showers

The weather office issued a red alert for heavy rain and a yellow alert for moderate rain across several districts, with thunderstorms, lightning and winds of 30-40 kmph also expected in parts of the city

24 Aug 2026 1:06 pm
Pune tribal students to meet Maharashtra Minister in Mumbai today; hunger strike continues for 11th day

They have asked for increased protection for students staying in tribal hostels and ashram schools, and for an insurance cover of 1 crore for tribal students

24 Aug 2026 1:00 pm
Smoking isnt the only risk factor: busting myths around lung cancer

The gap between what people believe about lung cancer and what medicine can actually offer has never been wider

24 Aug 2026 12:57 pm
Watch: Guinea: 30 killed after heavy rains cause landfill collapse

At least 30 people were killed after heavy rains caused a landfill to collapse onto homes in Conakry, Guinea.

24 Aug 2026 12:56 pm
Street play campaign launched in Chennai to promote sexual and reproductive health

The organisation said the campaign would use accessible public performances to reach a wider audience and stimulate dialogue on issues that are often considered difficult to discuss

24 Aug 2026 12:55 pm
IND vs SL 2nd Test, Day 2: Pant, Jurel fifties power India to 419/6 at lunch

Rishabh Pant, returning after retiring hurt on Day 1, battled through a barrage of short balls to remain unbeaten on 63, while Dhruv Jurel made 59

24 Aug 2026 12:55 pm
Watch: Delhi NEET-UG protests: Amnesty flags use of pellet guns, electric shock devices

Amnesty International has accused police of using excessive force, including pellet guns and electric shock devices, during the July 20 NEET-UG protests in Delhi.

24 Aug 2026 12:49 pm
Jadavpur University clash: Inquiry panel chief resigns, varsity to appoint new committee head

I informed the Jadavpur University vice-chancellor immediately after receiving the communication about my appointment. I am currently in Delhi, and the inquiry would require regular interactions with the people who were present on the campus during the incident, says Professor Subha Shankar Sarkar

24 Aug 2026 12:46 pm
Oriental Hotels to merge with Tata Groups IHCL

The Scheme of Arrangement proposes a share exchange ratio of 25 IHCL shares for every 117 OHL shares and is an all-stock transaction

24 Aug 2026 12:45 pm
Police take BJP leaders into custody as they try to lay siege to Vidhana Soudha in Bengaluru

The BJP leaders and members have been demanding the resignation of Minister B. Nagendra, who has been chargesheeted in the case of embezzlement of funds meant for welfare of ST communities

24 Aug 2026 12:45 pm
Ajay Devgns Drishyam 3 titled Drishyam The Conclusion

The film is set to be released in theatres on October 2

24 Aug 2026 12:45 pm
TMC MP Mahua Moitra moves Supreme Court alleging eviction from Nadia Circuit House in Bengal

The lawyer sought an urgent hearing of Ms. Moitras writ petition under Article 32 of the Constitution to protect her fundamental rights against State action; the court said it would look into her plea for early listing

24 Aug 2026 12:37 pm
After Gachibowli building collapse, Cyberabad civic body orders demolition of unauthorised under-construction structures

Besides buildings on plots measuring below 75 square yards where construction exceeds seven metres in height, buildings on plots measuring above 75 square yards that are being constructed without any building permission will also be identified

24 Aug 2026 12:34 pm
Why India has restricted chlorpheniramine, phenylephrine medicines for children under 4 | Explained

The governments action does not mean every medicine containing either ingredient individually has been banned

24 Aug 2026 12:29 pm
Women MLAs in Tamil Nadu reiterate need to dispense with usage of maiden speech

PMK MLA Sowmiya Anbumani said it could instead be called arimuga urai (introductory speech) or mudhal urai (first speech)

24 Aug 2026 12:27 pm
PTI demands immediate cardiac care for Imran Khan at Shifa Hospital

Pakistans opposition PTI has demanded immediate cardiac care for jailed former Prime Minister Imran Khan at Shifa International Hospital, alleging that a recommended CT Coronary Angiography was not conducted during his recent visit to a government hospital

24 Aug 2026 12:27 pm
Former Udupi Panchayat presidents murder: Police secure gangster after shooting at his leg

Police said that Patil has been at large since 2017. Including the DSouza murder case, Patil has been accused in a total of 11 criminal cases, of which 10 were under the Arms Act.

24 Aug 2026 12:20 pm
No Onam relief for Keralam PRDs PRISM contract workers as three months salaries remain pending

Many of them have been left without any income for nearly six months after the extended term of their contracts ended in May

24 Aug 2026 12:14 pm
Former diplomat raises concerns over SIR in Punjab over 'mismatch' notice

I happen to have documents other than a voter ID and Aadhaar card. But I can't help asking: If I have trouble establishing my citizenship after representing India in three countries, what's the fate of the common citizen? Ease of Living, I presume!. says Former diplomat

24 Aug 2026 12:02 pm
Women protestors can approach panel probing NEET protest violence with complaints of sexual molestation against police: CJI

The courts explanation came in response to an oral mentioning made by senior advocate Shobha Gupta who said there should be separate, sensitive mechanism for women protestors to file their complaints and seek legal action against police personnel.

24 Aug 2026 12:01 pm
Tamil Nadu CM Vijay announces expansion of free bus travel for women in deluxe, mofussil buses

Women are currently allowed to travel free only on ordinary buses in cities and municipal areas, and in hill areas for up to 40 km; the expansion will come into effect on Gandhi Jayanti

24 Aug 2026 11:52 am
Tata Groups IHCL to merge with Oriental Hotels

The Scheme of Arrangement proposes a share exchange ratio of 25 IHCL shares for every 117 OHL shares and is an all-stock transaction

24 Aug 2026 11:50 am
Centres committee on permanent political solution for Gorkha issue | Explained

The people of Darjeeling hills have been demanding a separate State of Gorkhaland, to be carved out territories of Darjeeling hills and parts of Terai and Dooars for the past several decades.

24 Aug 2026 11:44 am
Two mechanics killed as trucks collide and catch fire in Keralams Kannur

Accident occurred while the mechanics were attempting to repair the timber lorry, which had been parked on the roadside for the past two days after developing a mechanical fault. The cement bulk carrier reportedly went out of control and rammed the lorry

24 Aug 2026 11:41 am
Parandur airport project to be dropped by Tamil Nadu government, announces CM Vijay

Alternative places identified; Terminal 5 to come up at Chennai Airport

24 Aug 2026 11:38 am