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West Asia LIVE: Iran threatens to strike other nations' energy fields if U.S. launches fresh attacks

U.S. President Trump said he believed U.S. negotiators, including his son-in-law Jared Kushner, Special Envoy Steve Witkoff and Secretary of State Marco Rubio, could still reach a deal with Iran.

2 Aug 2026 7:18 am
Abhijeet Dipke, Ashutosh Ranka and Saurav Das | The three faces of a revolt

Fuelled by viral outrage and youthful anger, the Cockroach Janta Partys rapid rise was driven by three very different men whose skills, ambitions and political histories transformed a satirical online campaign into a national protest that brought down Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan

2 Aug 2026 7:16 am
An amateur singing circle spanning Chennai city

Fuelled by Tamil music nostalgia, a community of amateur singers meet regularly across Chennai for singalongs. They are bound together by an organisation called Paadarivom Padipparivom which funnels its initiatives through an app

2 Aug 2026 7:14 am
Friendship Day 2026: Friendships that shaped Bengals cinema, literature, art and politics.

What did Satyajit Ray do when he couldnt bring himself to say Action? Who taught Jyoti Basu to drink Scotch, and why did two artists in Shantiniketan bond over Beethoven instead of Bengal? Revisit the surprising and deeply human friendships that shaped Bengals greatest films, books, politics and art.

2 Aug 2026 7:12 am
Gen Zers reel in visibility for modest clothing store in Chennai

Sikkander Sultan, seller of tops for women at Pondy Bazaar, operates from a small space in another store. His enterprise Rani Collection functions without a nameboard, but customers seek it out. Here is why. Organic social media content posted on Instagram by customers impressed with its range of trendy and affordable tops for women has ensured an enviable customer base for Rani Collection, one extending beyond the Indian shores

2 Aug 2026 7:01 am
Colombia truck bomb wounds 14 ahead of presidential inauguration

The government in Bogota blamed rebels from the National Liberation Army (ELN), the country's largest active guerrilla group, for the early-morning blast in the northern city of Cucuta.

2 Aug 2026 6:53 am
Fatal shooting at restaurant in U.S. State of Idaho, gunman dead

Twin Falls city spokesman Josh Palmer told NBC News that three people were killed and two were wounded, but it was not clear if the gunman was counted among those casualties

2 Aug 2026 6:33 am
Heat wave bringing record-breaking temps, heightened wildfire risk to parts of western U.S.

Dangerous heat and warnings were plaguing the region Saturday, and the National Weather Service on Saturday (August 1) forecast a high of 115 Fahrenheit (46 Celsius) in Las Vegas, the hottest temperature of the year

2 Aug 2026 5:56 am
Bhogapuram airport built six months ahead of schedule: GMR Group Chairman

The GMR group has constructed the new airport at Bhogapuram, the native district of Mr. Rao. The GMR group has constructed the airport six months in advance of the deadline of December, he said.

2 Aug 2026 5:39 am
Narendra Modi all praise for Bobbili Veena artisans

Bobbili Veena is crafted in the heritage city of Bobbili in Vizianagaram district. The instrument has gained nationwide prominence due to patronage from great musicians across the country.

2 Aug 2026 5:36 am
Bhogapuram airport a historic chapter for Uttarandhra, says Union Civil Aviation Minister

The new international airport will open up unprecedented opportunities in investment, tourism, trade, industry and employment, while placing the region prominently on the global map, says Rammohan Naidu

2 Aug 2026 5:35 am
Vizianagaram district administration gets a pat

Collector S. Ramsundar Reddy got appreciation for successful conduct of the programme

2 Aug 2026 5:33 am
Pawan Kalyan gets a special handshake from PM Modi

Wearing a sling, Mr. Pawan Kalyan attended the first public meeting and shared the dais with Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu

2 Aug 2026 5:31 am
Digital medical emergency referral system set to transform patient care in Rajasthan

Rajasthan is the first State in the country to implement the model, in which a referred patients medical history will reach the control room online before they arrive at the hospital

2 Aug 2026 4:29 am
Why did FIFA scrap its World Cup stake sale?

What was FIFAs plan to sell stakes in the World Cup? What would FIFAs member associations have gained? Who opposed the proposal and why? Has FIFA faced similar resistance before? How did Gianni Infantino respond to the pushback?

2 Aug 2026 4:07 am
J&K speeds up FRA implementation; warns Forest Dept. against eviction notices

The announcement comes months after the Lok Bhavan and the elected government were at loggerheads over the eviction drive in Jammus Sunjwan, Bathindi, Raika, and Sidhra areas in Jammu

2 Aug 2026 3:28 am
Gulveer shines with historic 5000m bronze for his 2nd medal, para shot putter Rana wins gold

Triple jumpers Praveen Chithravel and Selva Prabhu Thirumaran also bagged a silver and a bronze respectively to swell the total medal for India from able-bodied track and field athletes to 10 5 silver, 5 bronze

2 Aug 2026 2:14 am
More choices for test centres among key changes for NEET (PG) 2026

The reforms are aimed at making the process more convenient for the candidates, according to the Union Health Ministry; a total of 2,73,183 candidates have registered for NEET (PG) 2026 which will be conducted in a single shift across around 340 cities and more than 1,300 examination centres

2 Aug 2026 2:04 am
3 people killed, 15 wounded in Moscow restaurant explosion

At least 15 people were injured in the explosion and investigators, forensic experts and emergency services were working at the scene

2 Aug 2026 1:43 am
Call grows louder for new water tank atThammanam in Kochi

The new tank at Thammanam was proposed following the partial collapse of the 1.35-crore-litre water tank, which had triggered a temporary drinking water crisis in the city

2 Aug 2026 1:39 am
Health Minister inaugurates development projects at Ernakulam General Hospital

Minister inaugurates a tensile-roof walkway, a yard development and drainage project, and the Gastroenterology department at the General Hospital

2 Aug 2026 1:34 am
Dhimsa jamboree highlights tribal heritage of A.P. at Bhogapuram airport inaugural

Around 13,750 schoolchildren perform flawlessly and dances their way to Guinness World Records

2 Aug 2026 1:22 am
No evidence of EVM tampering, says poll official on fourth day

This is not re-counting. This is EVM Checking and Verification process, Chennai District Election Officer and Greater Chennai Corporation Commissioner G.S. Sameeran said. It is a 100% transparent exercise to establish the reliability of the EVMs.

2 Aug 2026 1:13 am
NEET-UG counselling to begin on August 4, academic session from September 8

According to the counselling schedule released by the committee, the first round of AIQ counselling for deemed and central universities will be held from August 4 to August 17. The last date for joining will be August 22

2 Aug 2026 1:04 am
Delhi Chief Minister launchesLakshmi Yojana; over 30,000 register onfirstday

CM promisesmonthly assistance of 2,500 through digital wallet or deposits; women aged21-60 meetingincome and residence criteria eligible to apply; applications to undergo four-stage verification; many concerned over documentation

2 Aug 2026 1:03 am
Kerala CM Satheesans chopper journey draws flak from CPI(M)

Satheesan reportedly flew aboard the helicopter from Thiruvananthapuram to Kochi to visit his father-in-law, who was undergoing treatment. As Leader of the Opposition, he had criticised the then LDF government for its extravagance in hiring the helicopter.

2 Aug 2026 12:37 am
Rajat Patidar to lead Central Zone in Duleep Trophy, Rinku Singh named vice-captain

Off-spinner Saransh Jain has also been named in the squad but he is certain to miss at least the initial part of the domestic season opener since he is a part of the India Test squad to tour Sri Lanka

2 Aug 2026 12:33 am
Why fishers in Kerala ignore dire warnings and venture into sea

For many fisher families, heightened risk at sea remains secondary to the immediate threat of starvation on land. Government issues stay-at-home directives in extreme weather conditions, but no minimum wages or guaranteed compensation is offered, leaving the fishers shorn of livelihood, say their union leaders

2 Aug 2026 12:32 am
Vozinha wins special jersey approval in Chile as Colo-Colo arrival remains uncertain

The decision required amending league regulations, which previously mandated that players wear only their surnames on their jerseys

2 Aug 2026 12:27 am
Every effort being made to maximiseGodavariwaters for farmers benefit

Irrigation MinisterUttamKumar along with Cabinet colleaguesSridharBabu,VivekandLaxmanKumar reviews inflows intoprojects; says landmark projects built during Congress regimes continue to serve the State and rejects claims that water pumped fromYellampalliwasKaleshwaramwater

2 Aug 2026 12:27 am
Navneet Singh and Dinesh Kumar exit with loss to England in lawn bowls

The Indian men's pairs duo put on a dominant display in Section B, securing four consecutive victories to position themselves on the brink of knockout stage qualification

2 Aug 2026 12:17 am
From Hospital bed to yellow metal: 'Scent of success' smells like Jaismine

Having arrived in Glasgow with the burden of expectation and months of interrupted preparation, the gold medal meant far more than another title

2 Aug 2026 12:05 am
Govt. will take steps to create employment opportunities for graduates: Speaker J.C.D. Prabhakar

Retired faculty members and staff were felicitated on the occasion

1 Aug 2026 11:52 pm
Unnati bags bronze, India's record CWG haul in judo rises to four medals

Unnati defeated South Africa's Skye Knoester by ippon, wrapping up the contest in just 1 minute and 7 seconds with a decisive move

1 Aug 2026 11:51 pm
All Kerala School Teachers Union takes out march to DDE office in protest against PM SHRI

Organised by the Thiruvananthapuram district committee of the AKSTU, the protest demanded that the Union and the State governments abandon moves to weaken the public education sector

1 Aug 2026 11:51 pm
With 7 medals, Indian para team delivers best-ever CWG show, equals medals from all past editions

The 28-member Indian para sports contingent ended their campaign with seven medals 3 gold, 2 silver and 2 bronze

1 Aug 2026 11:43 pm
Tamil Nadu native arrested for running fake online Kerala lottery racket

According to police, he created websites designed to resemble official Kerala government lottery portal by using Kerala Lotteriesname, official logos and government address to mislead customers

1 Aug 2026 11:43 pm
Tiger kills calf, sparks fear among villagers in Eluru district

The animal reportedly killed two cows and a calf in the last three days in the forests in Kannapuram and Buttaigudem areas in Eluru district, say villagers

1 Aug 2026 11:39 pm
Graduation Day held at Vellore engineering college

The college has achieved 82.32% pass percentage

1 Aug 2026 11:36 pm
Two burglars held in Tirupattur

The police said that the victim, along with his family, had gone to Tiruttani town and found their house burgled on their return

1 Aug 2026 11:33 pm
Encroachments demolished to provide easy access to Government Taluk Hospital in Gudiyatham

Municipal officials said that the drive follows an order issued by the Madras High Court on a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) to restore the original width of the stretch by demolishing illegal structures

1 Aug 2026 11:32 pm
Gang held for assaulting commuter of government bus in Tiruvannamalai

The team nabbed the suspects from their hideout in the village

1 Aug 2026 11:31 pm