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The meme-first approach of Gen Z activism

After posting its first Instagram post on May 17, CJP garnered nearly 3 million followers within the first 78 hours.

23 Jul 2026 9:23 pm
PM Modi vows fast-track courts for exam leak culprits as govt steps up outreach to resolve crisis

Veteran BJP leader Murli Manohar Joshi came out in support of the protesting students

23 Jul 2026 8:16 pm
PAC raps Defence Ministry over unfulfilled offset commitments from foreign manufacturers

Foreign vendors claim 55% discharge under $9.91 billion offset obligations, says the PAC

23 Jul 2026 8:16 pm
Arab tourists to drive Kerala tourism growth: Minister Vishnunath

Kerala welcomed more than one lakh Arab tourists in 2025

23 Jul 2026 7:08 pm
CJP protest: Authorities shut down internet, suspend metro services in Delhi as clampdown tightens

Protesters alleged that mobile networks became inaccessible on entering the protest sites, making communication difficult

23 Jul 2026 7:00 pm
South Gujarat rains: 1,200 rescued as Umbergaon records over 1,100 mm rainfall

Rescue teams, backed by the Air Force and Coast Guard, have been deployed as widespread flooding disrupted transport, power supply and normal life across several districts.

23 Jul 2026 5:30 pm
Authorities demolish properties linked to LeT militants in Kashmir

The action came a day after Jammu and Kashmir Police officer Ashiq Hussain Qureshi was shot dead by militants at Lal Chowk, the commercial hub of Anantnag town

23 Jul 2026 3:54 pm
Delhi HC agrees to hear on PIL seeking probe into CJP protest on July 24

Thousands joined the CJP's Chalo Sansad march on July 20 to demand the resignation of the Union Education Minister

23 Jul 2026 3:33 pm
TN govt renames DMK'S CM Breakfast scheme after late Congress leader Kamaraj

The breakfast scheme has been renamed Perunthalaivar Kamarajar Breakfast Scheme to honour the late Chief Minister

23 Jul 2026 11:00 am
Nothing more important than youth's future: PM Modi announces fast-track courts for paper leak offenders

In a post on X, PM Modi warned that those compromising youths future will not be spared and directed authorities to take necessary actions.

23 Jul 2026 9:54 am
CJP Delhi protest: Students clash with Police as calls for Education Ministers resignation intensify

More than 10,000 people gathered at protest site; Delhi Metro Rail shuts 16 stations in and around central New Delhi on Thursday until further notice

23 Jul 2026 8:33 am
Bengal govt to initiate process of listing West Bengal Power Development Corporation on stock exchanges

Addressing the Assembly, Adhikari said listing of WBPDCL would strengthen it financially, improve its transparency, generate employment and enhance spending under corporate social responsibility.

23 Jul 2026 6:32 am
Protests swells outside Delhi, tussle between opposition & gov continues on fixing accountability for paper leak

The government is ready for discussion in the House on education reform but the Congress is bringing new conditions to scuttle the debate, says parliamentary affairs minister Kiren Rijuju

22 Jul 2026 9:25 pm
NABARD signs MoU with MAHAPREIT to promote green infra in rural India

It will have a special focus on strengthening villages, Panchayati Raj Institutions and community-level infrastructure in Maharashtra.

22 Jul 2026 9:02 pm
Maharashtra releases first beneficiary list under farm loan waiver scheme

Eligible farmers will receive SMS alerts for Aadhaar authentication before the loan waiver amount is credited to their accounts through DBT

22 Jul 2026 8:14 pm
19-year-old student faces near-certain vision loss after pellet injury at Delhi protest

Sahil is a final-year student at the School of Open Learning

22 Jul 2026 7:26 pm
Zen Tech gets 177.5 cr worth order for upgradation & integration of T-90 tank simulators

The order from Ministry of Defence is for the upgradation and integration of T-90 tanks driving and crew gunnery simulators, said Hyderabad-based Zen Technologies

22 Jul 2026 7:07 pm
Uber, Ola, Rapido services hit in Hyderabad as cab, auto drivers go on flash strike

Demand fair minimum base fare for all app-based transport services

22 Jul 2026 2:01 pm
Sixteen Delhi Metro stations closed due to 'security reasons'

The interchange facility remains available at Rajiv Chowk, Mandi House and Central Secretariat

22 Jul 2026 12:19 pm
21 killed in a day as flood situation worsens in Assam; 5.4 lakh people affected in 16 districts

A total of 3,59,535 people were affected in Sivasagar, followed by 87,662 in Jorhat and 72,646 in Charaideo

22 Jul 2026 10:09 am
Under soaring pressure, Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan promises reforms and debate

Our government remains 100% committed to discussing NEET and addressing every genuine concern of our youth on the floor of the house, Pradhan said in a post on X late on Tuesday.

22 Jul 2026 8:59 am
Tamil Nadu expands share in Indias exports over the past three years

Tamil Nadu has been the third largest exporting State in India for three consecutive financial years.

21 Jul 2026 9:01 pm
PM Modi promises strict action on NEET paper leak, urges NDA to expose opposition

Modi also signalled his intention to reach out to the agitating youth

21 Jul 2026 8:58 pm
Protesters reclaim Jantar Mantar on Day 2 despite crackdown; Congress, AAP joins fray

Police forcibly removed top Congress leaders, including Rahul Gandhi, protesting outside PM Narendra Modis residence

21 Jul 2026 8:29 pm
Rahul, Priyanka, Akhilesh detained during protest outside PM Modis residence

The Congress is demanding Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhans resignation, a discussion on the NEET issue in Parliament, and justice for the protesting students

21 Jul 2026 7:21 pm
TVK Govts first budget to be presented on Aug 5: Speaker

The budget will be presented by Finance Minister Marie Wilson

21 Jul 2026 12:30 pm
Andhra govt approves 500 crore worth works to ensure uninterrupted power to Godavari Pushkaralu

The approved works include the construction of new 33/11 kV substations, additional 33 kV and 11 kV power lines, augmentation of transformer capacity, and the development of other essential power infrastructure

21 Jul 2026 9:17 am
Tata Steel announces 10,000 crore investment in Jharkhand, to create 2,000 jobs

The investment includes 7,000 crore for Hisarna and Easy Melting Technology to expand low-carbon steelmaking in India

20 Jul 2026 10:22 pm
NTA rejects social media claims on NEET UG 2026 OMR Sheets, says images are digitally manipulated

The agency advised candidates with legitimate concerns about their results to use the official grievance redressal mechanism

20 Jul 2026 9:03 pm
Now Emcures injectable semaglutide brand Poviztra can be used to treat liver condition

Emcure sells Novos Wegovy, under a second brandname; Indian regulator recently approved Wegovy for MASH

20 Jul 2026 7:10 pm
Govt holds pre-application conference for surface coal gasification scheme

The last date for submission of applications is September 7, 2026

20 Jul 2026 7:05 pm
How Delhi broke its own power record, without breaking down

Central Electricity Authority expects Delhis peak to touch 9,100 MW this year

20 Jul 2026 6:57 pm
Kerala plans panchayat-level battery storage systems to strengthen energy security

Kerala plans community battery projects to store surplus daytime solar power for use at night while exploring additional power generation options.

20 Jul 2026 5:56 pm
Kerala aims to attract $1 billion in shipbuilding from investors

The state government has facilitated a joint venture between Malabar Cements Ltd. and Artsun Engineering Ltd., a part of the Tata Projects Group, to set up a shipbuilding unit at Cochin Port, and all the necessary approvals have been received for the project

20 Jul 2026 4:48 pm
Takedas QDENGA approved in India, can be given despite pre-exposure to dengue

It is Indias first dengue vaccine approved for use in individuals regardless of prior exposure, without pre-vaccination testing, the multinational healthcare company stated

20 Jul 2026 4:41 pm
Indian Overseas Bank Q1 profit surges 49% to 1,659 cr

Total income rose to 10,938 crore during the April-June period from 8,866.47 crore a year earlier, the bank said in a stock exchange filing

20 Jul 2026 3:14 pm
IL&FS Group repays 50,387-crore debt by June 2026, achieves 82.6% of resolution target

IL&FS trimming debt through asset resolution, interim distribution, including cash & InviT units, among others

20 Jul 2026 3:10 pm
Government capex up 19% in Apr-May raises hopes of stronger cement demand in FY27: Nuvama.

The report said the capex trajectory, which remained subdued during FY25 and FY26, has shown improvement in the first two months of FY27, supported by higher public spending across different levels of government

20 Jul 2026 1:58 pm
L&T bags mega orders in metals and minerals business from public and private sector companies

The scope of work includes design and engineering, procurement, installation and commissioning of a downhill conveyor system, screening plant, stockpile, yard equipment, RWLS and associated auxiliaries

20 Jul 2026 12:54 pm
Pace Digiteks power arm signs supply deal with MEGMEET for AI data centre infrastructure

EGMEET will act as a strategic supplier of AI data centre power systems and related products to LPPL

20 Jul 2026 12:29 pm
BPCL launches premium LPG service in Mumbai, eyes 100-city rollout by Independence Day

The composite cylinder offers a transparent body that allows users to visually monitor gas levels, along with a corrosion-free build and lighter weight compared to conventional steel cylinders

20 Jul 2026 12:28 pm
India has capacity for 8-9% growth; judicial, bureaucratic reforms key: Ex-CEA Subramanian

Subramanian noted that India's macroeconomic foundations are strong and falling crude prices provide a near-term tailwind.

20 Jul 2026 12:07 pm
Bitcoin ETFs log second week of inflows, breaking two-month rout

The reversal, combined with flows into ETFs tied to Ether, the second-largest cryptocurrency, could signal positive sentiment returning to the market

20 Jul 2026 11:52 am
NC, Congress, Left unite for J&K statehood protest in Delhi

The party had initially planned to hold the protest at Jantar Mantar but was denied permission, prompting it to shift the venue

20 Jul 2026 11:21 am
RBI intervenes to support rupee as currency nears record low

RBI sold dollars in both the offshore and onshore markets, traders said

20 Jul 2026 11:08 am
Poonawalla Fincorp shares slide despite strong Q1 results; analysts turn bullish

The stock touched an intraday low of 466.10, with sell orders dominating at nearly 79% of total order quantity; Market cap stands at approximately 41,538 crore

20 Jul 2026 10:50 am
Wedge between deposit growth and credit growth may continue with geo-political risks: SBI Research

The ERDs report noted that banking system has experienced persistent and rapid expansion in bank credit with a growth of 18.6% for the fortnight ended 30 June 2026

20 Jul 2026 10:44 am
Reliance shares nudge higher as record Q1 earnings draw analyst upgrades

The muted opening comes despite Reliance reporting its highest-ever quarterly EBITDA of 54,067 crore for Q1 FY27, up 10.1% year-on-year

20 Jul 2026 10:37 am