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Sabarimala gold theft case: SIT arrests ex-Devaswom Board president Padmakumar

He is the second former TDB chief, after N. Vasu, to be arrested and the fifth accused in custody

20 Nov 2025 5:03 pm
US clears sale of $93-million worth Javelin missiles, Excalibur artillery rounds to India

The approval, granted by the US State Department, covers the sale of 100 Javelin missiles, one fly-to-buy round, 25 command-launch units, training aids, simulation rounds, spare parts, and full lifecycle support

20 Nov 2025 11:05 am
Telangana in talks to onboard women SHGs on Amazon

The saree distribution targeted to distribute one crore sarees to one crore women in the State

19 Nov 2025 7:41 pm
UIDAI mulls issuing Aadhaar with only photo, QR code to curb misuse

UIDAI CEO Bhuvnesh Kumar said that the authority is considering introducing a new rule in December to discourage offline verification by entities such as hotels, event organisers

19 Nov 2025 9:59 am
Maharashtra pushes natural farming with high-level consultation to build unified statewide strategy

Key priorities include ecologically regenerative practices, assured markets, stronger value chains, traceability, and robust certification systems

18 Nov 2025 6:48 pm
Godrej takes on Khavdas harsh desert frontier to build big power projects

With temperatures touching 47C, minimal on-ground infrastructure, and strict security protocols due to its proximity to the international border, the company has had to plan extensively to sustain a workforce of 800 people

18 Nov 2025 4:04 pm
Delhi air quality remains 'very poor' as city records season's lowest temperature

Among the 38 AQI monitoring stations in the capital, Bawana reported the highest pollution level with an AQI of 419

17 Nov 2025 9:56 am
CIK conducts raid in Anantnag, woman doctor from Haryana quizzed

The module, described by police as an inter-district network, was allegedly linked to Jaish-e-Mohammad and Ansar Gazwat-ul-Hind

16 Nov 2025 5:50 pm
AI tool flags 5,000+ infectious outbreaks to health authorities since 2022

WadhwaniAIs Health Sentinel could have helped slash 98% of manual workload, enabling a quicker detection of an outbreak and proactive public health response, a new research paper show

16 Nov 2025 11:59 am
IAF deploys Sukhoi aircraft for mega wargame with French air force

The Garuda exercise aims to refine tactics and procedures in a realistic operational environment, enabling mutual learning and fostering interoperability between the two forces

16 Nov 2025 9:01 am
Thick smog engulfs Delhi as AQI reaches 385, India Gate barely visible

Rajghat and ITO were worse off, recording an AQI of 417, which placed them in the 'severe' category, according to data released by the Central Pollution Control Board

16 Nov 2025 8:54 am
Telangana mulls pension scheme for govt staff

Gig and platform workers in the State would soon have social security under the upcoming Telangana Gig and Platform Workers Act, 2025, which is expected to be tabled in the next Assembly session

15 Nov 2025 7:48 pm
Three detained in Red Fort blast probe, including two Al Falah University doctors

Teams from the Delhi Police Special Cell and the NIA conducted simultaneous searches in Dhauj, Nuh and neighbouring areas, detaining the two doctors, identified as Mohammad and Mustakim

15 Nov 2025 5:50 pm
Tamil Nadu says it will not dole out unrealistic packages to win investments

Reports say South Korean shoemaker Hwaseung is set to invest in Andhra Pradesh just three months after holding talks with Tamil Nadu

15 Nov 2025 4:01 pm
J&K Police Chief rules out speculation after Nowgam blast kills nine, locals recount horror

Addressing a press conference in Srinagar, Prabhat said the explosion happened while experts were examining a large quantity of explosive materials recovered from Faridabad earlier this month as part of an investigation

15 Nov 2025 12:59 pm
PM endorses Nitishs leadership

Prime Minister takes a dig at the Congresss repeated setbacks at the polls

14 Nov 2025 9:57 pm
NDA tsunami in Bihar: Modi predicts win in Bengal and South as coalition sweeps 202 seats

BJP wins 81 seats, emerging as the single largest party in Bihar

14 Nov 2025 9:47 pm
MRAI to compile complete data on plastic recycling

While India has made significant progress in recycling areas such as e-waste, tyres and metals, the plastic industry continues to face major challenges and requires stronger advocacy

14 Nov 2025 6:49 pm
PDP makes political comeback with Budgam win

BJP successfully retains Nagrota seat amid shifting voter sentiments

14 Nov 2025 6:46 pm
Security agencies bring down Delhi bombers house; locals report three explosions

The step follows forensic confirmation linking Umar to the blast; The first blast was around 12:30 am, followed by two more. The last one was heard close to 3 am, neighbours said.

14 Nov 2025 11:56 am
JDU surges ahead in Bihar, NDA poised for clear majority

Prashant Kishors Jan Suraaj Party, touted by some as a potential disruptor, seemed unlikely to make a significant impact. It was leading in only one seat and likely playing the role of a vote katua

14 Nov 2025 11:53 am
Renew to invest 82,000 crore in Andhra Pradesh

Tillman Global to set up 15,000 crore data centre in AP

13 Nov 2025 10:00 am
NTPC scouting for land in over a dozen states for setting up nuclear power plants

The countrys largest power generator, which is controlled by the government, will account for one-third of Indias ambitious target of setting up 100 gigawatt (GW) of nuclear power by 2047 (Viksit Bharat)

12 Nov 2025 8:55 pm
Nagarathar Chamber of Commerce to organise Launch Pad 2025 to mentor young entrepreneurs

The event will provide insights, real-life experiences and expert guidance to young members from the mercantile and banking community to understand the dynamics between family business and launching their own start-ups

11 Nov 2025 3:38 pm
AQI over 400 in several parts of Delhi; air quality deteriorates to 'severe' category

As per CPCB data, Anand Vihar recorded an AQI of 412, Alipur reported 442, and Bawana registered the highest level at 462. Chandni Chowk recorded an AQI of 416, while RK Puram and Patparganj logged 446 and 438, respectively

11 Nov 2025 10:57 am
Bihar assembly elections: Final phase polling begins amid tight security

The polling, which runs from 7 am to 5 pm, will decide the fate of 1,302 candidates, including several ministers from Chief Minister Nitish Kumars government.

11 Nov 2025 7:58 am
Tamil Nadus new comprehensive EV charging mandate will help real estate sector differentiate offerings

Speaking to businessline, EV industry players suggest that the move will be a major boost for adoption, and real estate experts believe it could have a mixed impact for property developers

10 Nov 2025 7:56 pm
Air quality very poor in Delhi

A blanket of smog has persisted over the city since Diwali, with air quality oscillating between the 'poor' and 'very poor' categories, and occasionally slipping into the severe zone

10 Nov 2025 10:00 am
Gujarat becomes 1st State to launch tribal-focussed genome sequencing project: Govt

The project aims to understand the increasing prevalence of genetic disorders among tribal populations a trend often linked to endogamous marriages and limited genetic diversity

8 Nov 2025 4:03 pm
Obesity products take centre stage, in India and abroad

Smart pricing and collaborations stir the market as generic versions wait in the wings

7 Nov 2025 8:47 pm
Amit Shah: Tejashwis favourite CM Stalin heads party that compares Biharis with bidis

Amit Shah claimed Tejashwi Yadavs favourite CM, Tamil Nadus MK Stalin, belongs to a party that insults Biharis and opposes Sanatan Dharma

7 Nov 2025 4:59 pm
Interio by Godrej to execute 90 crore projects for Kochis infrastructure development

The portfolio includes a 69 crore electrical & mechanical work order from KMR) for Phase 2 of Kochi Metro, and the successful completion of a 24 crore design-and-build project for KSITIL

7 Nov 2025 3:56 pm
59% of Bihar-linked unrecognised parties fail to file audit reports, says ADR

Several Bihar-registered parties showed minimal or no electoral activity, despite declaring incomes and donations running into crores.

7 Nov 2025 3:56 pm
Welspun wins 3,145-cr Panjrapur water project to boost Mumbais supply network

Partnering with global water solutions leader Veolia, the project aims to enhance Mumbais water infrastructure with sustainable, technology-driven systems.

7 Nov 2025 3:47 pm
PB Healthcare acquires Fitterfly, for undisclosed sum

The development marks PB Healthcares goal to build a care model that reduces avoidable hospitalisations and extend health assurance to those uninsured

6 Nov 2025 8:51 pm
Piramal Pharma Q2 performance impacted by CDMO destocking development

The drugmakers revenue from operations for the quarter under review was down 9 per cent, at 2,044 crore

6 Nov 2025 8:47 pm
Kashmir pushes organic farming amid rising pesticide-linked cancer cases

Kashmir promotes organic farming to combat rising pesticide-linked cancer cases and ensure sustainable agricultural practices in the region.

6 Nov 2025 4:46 pm
India becomes second country to get access to Bayers Kerendia for heart failure condition

Finerenone (Kerendia), a drug used for patients of chronic kidney disease with Type II diabetes (2022), is now approved for the additional indication of heart failure

6 Nov 2025 11:00 am
Mixed feelings, varied hopes of Bihari migrants in Andhra over home state polls

The migrant workers toil for long hours to earn a little more than what they earn at home; but the struggle to earn a living has to continue, although the desire to return to their villages remains strong

6 Nov 2025 9:01 am
Bihar Election Phase 1: NDA-Mahagathbandhan duel plays on caste and welfarism

Besides caste that remains the strongest determinant of electoral outcome in Bihar women have emerged as a separate support base

5 Nov 2025 7:04 pm
Chhath Puja and election to delay return of Bihar workers to Tiruppur

The textile town of Tiruppur has the largest migrant population with workers from Bihar constituting 5-10 per cent, say industry sources

5 Nov 2025 5:58 pm
Rahul Gandhi shows proof that BJP and EC stole Haryana Assembly Elections

In a press conference, Rahul Gandhi presented documents and slides to prove that there were 25 lakh irregular entries in Haryana that include 5,21,619 duplicate voters, 93,174 invalid addresses and 19,26,351 bulk voters

5 Nov 2025 1:48 pm
India, Israel sign pact to boost defence cooperation and technology sharing

Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed in Tel Aviv following 17th meeting of the IndiaIsrael Joint Working Group (JWG) on defence cooperation

4 Nov 2025 9:59 pm
Kirloskar Ferrous to invest 3,000 crore in Karnatakas Hiriyuru plant expansion

The company plans to ramp up production capacity, launch sponge pipe manufacturing, and enhance its steel output

4 Nov 2025 9:47 pm
Reel life returns to Pahalgam; Rekindles hopes for tourism revival

The arrival of the crew has reignited hopes for the revival of tourism, battered since the attack that brought all activity in the area to a grinding halt

4 Nov 2025 3:49 pm
SIR begins in UP; BLOs to visit households with forms

As part of the exercise, booth-level officers, or BLOs, will visit every household from Tuesday to December 4, to verify and update voters' details

4 Nov 2025 10:02 am
EV makers urge Tamil Nadu to extend 100% road tax waiver beyond 2025 to boost adoption

Tamil Nadu first introduced the incentive under its 2019 EV policy, later extended from 2022 to 2025.

3 Nov 2025 8:03 pm
REC approves 7,500 crore for Brookfields Kurnool renewable energy project

The 7,500-crore renewable energy project at Kurnool comprises of 640 MW of wind and 400 MW of solar capacity

3 Nov 2025 3:56 pm
Acer, Dell and HP bag laptop orders from TN government

Nearly 10 lakh laptops are to be distributed for free to college students in this fiscal

2 Nov 2025 1:58 pm