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Mayawati Calls for Comprehensive Reforms Beyond Strict Laws to Combat Paper Leaks

Lucknow, July 29: Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) chief Mayawati has emphasized that merely enacting strict laws to prevent paper leaks will not provid

Congress Turns Parliament into a Political Arena: Rohan Gupta

Ahmedabad, July 29: The Lok Sabha passed the Anti-Paper Leak Bill 2026 by voice vote on Wednesday. During the discussion, Opposition Leader Rahul

Karnataka to appeal against CWRC order to release Cauvery water to Tamil Nadu

Karnataka Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar says the State would request Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Joseph Vijay, during his proposed visit to Karnat

CDSCO issues guidance clarifying regulatory pathway for AI, software-based medical devices

It elaborates how software-based medical devices, including artificial intelligence (AI)-enabled products, will be regulated under the Medical De

Commonwealth Games 2026: Sakshi assures fifth boxing medal for India

Her strategy was to fight from close range, and she kept clinching. Mine was to box from long range, which is my forte, said Sakshi Chaudhary

Watch: Mahua Moitra backs Rahul Gandhi, calls Lok Sabha proceedings a mockery

Supreme Court grants bail to two Indian Mujahideen 'operatives'; says continued incarceration violates right to liberty

The Bench noted that the petitioners were incarcerated in connection with a terror case lodged in Delhi for nearly 12 years with no prospect of a

Stock markets rebound sharply; Sensex jumps 889 points, Nifty ends at 24,250

During the day, 30-share BSE Sensex surged 1.30%, to 77,765.49; The 50-share NSE Nifty climbed 1.10%, to end at 24,250.20

Sanjay Nirupam Calls for Accountability in Punjab Paper Leak Controversy

Mumbai, July 29: Sanjay Nirupam, a spokesperson for the Shiv Sena, has expressed sharp criticism regarding the paper leak controversy in Punjab a

Rupee gains 16 paise to 95.66 against U.S. dollar

Foreign capital inflows and a weak American currency ahead of the U.S. Federal Reserve's interest rate decisions also supported the local unit, s

Swami Ramdev Urges Kanwariyas to Maintain Discipline and Avoid Substance Abuse

Haridwar, July 29: On the auspicious occasion of the Shravan month and the Kanwar Yatra, yoga guru Swami Ramdev appealed to devotees to embrace d

Sigachi industries blast should serve as a wake up call: Telangana Labour Minister Vivek

Minister directs Factories Department to frame regulations within six months to ensure that hazardous operations were handled only by permanent e

Chitradurga launches cityfarmer partnership to turn urban wet waste into organic compost

ComPASS will work with 150 volunteer farmers across 1520 villages in Chitradurga taluk to process approximately 12,500 tonnes of segregated wet w

Jackie Shroff and Meenakshi Seshadris Timeless Chemistry in Hero

Mumbai, July 29: The iconic film Hero, released in 1983, showcased the powerful pairing of Jackie Shroff and Meenakshi Seshadri. Recently, Meenak

Tenders annulled for proposed industrial corridor

Anicut Capital launches Rs 175 Cr seed fund to back early-stage startups

According to a statement, Grand Anicut Seed Fund will focus on investing in startups at the pre-Series A and Series A stages, targeting sectors s

International Tiger Day: India, home to 70% of global tigers

Arun Nehru urges Railway Minister to expedite construction of bridges in Tiruchi

Food safety licence must for eateries, annadhanam during Aadi Pooram car festival, Aadi Aamavasai in Virudhunagar district

HashKey Proposes to Acquire Entire Equity Interests in Singapore's APEX

HashKey Proposes to Acquire Entire Equity Interests in Singapore's APEX

Avatar Aang: The Last Airbender movie review: Post-war Gaang reunion bends under franchise pressure

This long-overdue return rediscovers the political imagination that made The Last Airbender so compelling, yet never entirely escapes the comprom

Murugappa Groups CG Semi Launches Semiconductor Production in India

Ahmedabad, July 29: The Hercules bicycle is a well-known name in India. In 1949, the Murugappa Group partnered with the UKs Tube Investments to e

International Tiger Day 2026: Uttar Pradesh Tiger Population Crosses 205

On International Tiger Day 2026, Uttar Pradesh celebrates its growing tiger population, now over 205. Know about the state's tiger reserves, Bagh

PM Modi Launches Nationwide Campaign for Drug-Free Youth on August 2

New Delhi, July 29: Prime Minister Narendra Modi will launch a nationwide initiative called the Drug-Free Youth for Developed India Campaign on A

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Cyber fraud cases tripled between 2020 and 2024, government tells Rajya Sabha

State-wise data showed that Telangana recorded the highest number of cyber fraud cases in 2024 at 18,922, followed by Bihar (4,020), Maharashtra

Kerala Government Prioritizes Ease of Doing Business with New Reforms

Thiruvananthapuram, July 29: The Kerala government has taken significant steps to reduce administrative delays that burden the state treasury and

Boeing examination finds no abnormality with Dreamliner's fuel control switch: Government

In a written reply to the Rajya Sabha on Monday (July 27, 2026), Minister of State for Civil Aviation Murlidhar Mohol said the DGCA, as part of c

China completes world's largest 582-tonne superconducting magnet for 'Artificial Sun'

China has completed a massive superconducting magnet for its artificial sun program. This giant magnet is crucial for containing superheated plas

Psychology says people who wait until the last minute to finish work arent lazy, they may thrive under pressure

Psychology suggests that people who leave their work until the last minute are not necessarily lazy. Their behavior may be influenced by emotiona

Did Uddhav Thackeray Call CJPs Abhijeet Dipke an 'Avatar of Lord Vishnu'? No!

The claim is false. Thackeray did not liken Dipke to any deity.

PM Modi temple proposal gets Bihar Transgender Board's nod

The Bihar State Transgender Welfare Board approved a proposal for a temple dedicated to Prime Minister Narendra Modi. This decision came after th

Political Turmoil Erupts Over Rahul Gandhis Allegations Against BJP

New Delhi, July 29: A political storm has erupted in the Lok Sabha following remarks made by Opposition Leader Rahul Gandhi. Several BJP MPs have

Tropical Butterfly Conservatory at Srirangam records increase in butterfly activity in July

Noticeable rise in butterfly activity is attributed to favourable weather conditions and profuse flowering of nectar plants within the sprawling

Pakistan Defence Minister says PoK protesters enemies' like India, rules out dialogue

Death toll rises to 20; PM Adviser Rana Sanaullah said the JAAC held a meeting with him and presented 38 demands

Lok Sabha clears anti-paper leak amendment bill amid Opposition din

Jitendra Singh said the government acted swiftly in the NEET paper leak case, and as many as 52 FIRs have been lodged since the anti-paper leak l

Keshav Prasad Maurya Advocates for Global Peace Inspired by Buddhas Teachings

Varanasi, July 29: Uttar Pradeshs Deputy Chief Minister Keshav Prasad Maurya emphasized the urgent need for peace, compassion, and non-violence a

Lokesh's Reply To Children's Appeal To Get Clicked With Him Wins Appreciation

Responding to the viral video on the internet, Lokesh reposted it on his X handle and said, How can I say no to such a sweet request? Looking for

Ukraine says it hit a major Russian oil refinery, hours after Zelenskyys meeting with Trump

The overnight attack started a fire at the Ryazan refinery, which has a capacity of about 17 million tonnes of oil per year, producing gasoline,

Mega Millions jackpot worth $800 million won in Florida: Winner beats 1-in-290.4 million odds, but there's a catch to the payout

A Florida resident became hundreds of millions of dollars richer after winning the Mega Millions jackpot. The winning ticket matched the numbers

'We created mujahideens to bleed India. Now they have turned guns on us': Pak PM aide Rana Sanaullah video goes viral amid PoK elections

A Pakistani official admitted to training militants who have become a domestic issue. These armed groups are now causing significant problems wit

BMW to cut up to 8,000 jobs

The German auto giant BMW has become the latest German car company to announce major job cuts, projecting to shed 8,000 by the end of 2027.

U.S. Senator renews push for green card bill

Congress cannot continue to ignore millions of long-term residents who contribute to our economy and communities every day, said California Senat

Violent Clash Over Boundary Wall in Begusarai Leaves Four Injured

Patna, July 29: A violent dispute erupted over the construction of a boundary wall near Chandwara village in Begusarai district, Bihar, on Wednes

Freshworks appoints Ryan Manning as chief product and technology officer

Manning, who will report to CEO Dennis Woodside, is tasked with the responsibility of unifying product and technology roles at Freshworks.

7 natural drinks that support better kidney function and help detox

The kidneys work around the clock and what you drink directly affects how well they function. From lemon water and barley water to green tea and

Bhojshala row: SC to hear Muslim sides plea over location of alternative namaz site

A Bench comprising of Chief Justice Surya Kant and justices Joymalya Bagchi and V. Mohana had agreed to hear the plea on Wednesday (July 29, 2026

Chinese Proverb of the Day: Make happy those who are near, and those who are far will Life lessons on kindness, human connection, reputation, leadership and why people remember how you make them feel

Chinese Proverb of the Day highlights the meaning of Make happy those who are near, and those who are far will come. The saying emphasizes the im

Army Chief Reviews Security Situation in Northeast India

New Delhi, July 29: Army Chief General Dheeraj Seth has conducted a comprehensive review of the security situation in Northeast India. He was on

Water level in in Mettur Dam stands at 73.78 feet

Labour Codes: Kerala govt. to finalise decision in consultation with trade unions

CM Satheesan said the decision is meant to address the uncertainty created by the replacement of the earlier laws and the non-implementation of t

Punjab Police use water cannon against Akali Dal Waris Punjab De workers trying to 'gherao' CM residence

A heavy police force was deployed at the Mohali-Chandigarh border to prevent Akali Dal Waris Punjab De workers from moving towards the Union Terr

LIC appoints Shatmanyu Shrivastava as CFO

Mr. Shrivastava joined LIC in 1990 as an Assistant Administrative Officer and has worked in all four tiers of organisational structure branch, d

SBI raises 4,691 cr through bonds from diversified qualified institutions

The issue attracted a robust response from investors with bids of more than two times against the base issue size of 3,000 crore

Word of the Day: Susurrus Meaning, origin and how to use it

The English language continuously evolves with new and resurfacing words. Today's featured word is 'susurrus', a soft whispering or rustling soun

Monsoon Fury in Rajasthan: Jaipur Streets Flooded, Yellow Alert Issued for 22 Districts

Jaipur, July 29: The monsoon intensified in Rajasthan on Wednesday, impacting daily life across the state, including the capital, Jaipur. A heavy

Debt Distress: Family of Four Attempts Suicide in Nandyal

Police have registered a case and initiated an investigation into the incident.

School Assembly News Headlines, July 30, 2026: Top national, international, business, sports updates and thought of the day

India's mobile phone exports have surged significantly over the past decade. A new bill passed in Lok Sabha aims to prevent exam paper leaks. The

'No abnormality found in fuel control switch': Government on Air India Boeing 787 crash

SP Vaid Responds to CJPs Warning: The Country Will Run on Law, Not Chaos

Jammu, July 29: Former Director General of Police (DGP) SP Vaid has strongly opposed the warning issued by Abhijit Dipke, founder of the Cockroac

Infantino Sets Deadline For $20M Offer To Members in Kushner-Backed FIFA WC Investor Plan

The proposal revealed Tuesday and backed by Joshua Kushner's investment firm Thrive Capital was met with immediate fury by Infantinos former coll

FIR Against Udupi MLA Yashpal Suvarna Over Alleged Hate Speech at Protest

The complaint pertains to remarks allegedly made by the BJP MLA during a protest organised in Udupi on Tuesday against the Congress and the CJP i

Why does RBI seem to believe that rupee is undervalued? | Explained

The remark came at a time when the rupee had weakened against the U.S. dollar amid global uncertainties, including elevated crude oil prices, geo

CM Vijay Travels in Metro Train in Chennai

According to sources, Vijay is also expected to conduct further inspections between Porur and Poonamalee Metro stations

APSEZ profit rises 10% to 3,649 crore in April-June

The total income rose to 11,673.71 crore in the quarter under review from 9,422.18 crore in the year-ago quarter

Farmer denied Central govt subsidy on dairy loan: Federal Bank ordered to pay Rs 1.7 lakh; court says bank failed to give NABARD the claim details for nearly seven years

Farmer denied Central govt subsidy: A Kerala consumer commission has ordered Federal Bank to pay Rs 1.76 lakh to a dairy farmer from Kannur after

Jurassic Sharks on Shark Week 2026: When and where to watch the prehistoric special in the US and UK without a cable subscription

Jurassic Sharks Sharks Week: Shark Week 2026 is taking viewers back to the age of prehistoric predators with Jurassic Sharks. 'Shark Week' 2026 i

Pawan Kalyan Virtually Inaugurates Gutchimi Kumki Elephant Camp

The Gutchimi Elephant Camp has been established to reduce human-elephant conflict and promote harmonious coexistence between people and nature, s

Shringari, Ravi, Tulsi, Aanya Lead Fleets at Youth Regatta

The girls fleets produced some standout sailing of the day. Tulsi Patle of NSS leads ILCA 4 girls with a near-flawless card.

Heavy rain batters northern and eastern Telangana on July 29, Eturunagaram in Mulugu records over 120 mm

Vehicular movement on National Highway 163, which connects Telangana with Chhattisgarh, was temporarily suspended due to damage to road

Maruti emerges top EV exporter in Q1, claims 97% share in total EV shipments from India

Maruti Suzuki exports more than 41,000 e Vitara units to 47 countries since its launch last year

Quote of the day by Gavin Newsom, 'You need to let go of your fear and anxiety of being judged by others' reveals psychology about letting go of judgment can transform life, teaches timeless lesson that real freedom begins when we stop living for the expectations of others which leads to stronger relationships, mental wellbeing, achievements, fulfillment

Quote of the day by Gavin Newsom is not an invitation to ignore every opinion. Rather, it encourages people to stop allowing fear to become the p

What Is the Anti-Paper Leak Amendment Bill All About?

Amendment provides for up to 10 years' jail, Rs 50 lakh fine, special courts and time-bound investigations.

Bihar Clears Path for Recruitment of 32,388 Teachers Under TRE-4

Patna, July 29: A significant update has emerged for candidates preparing for teacher recruitment in Bihar. The state government has advanced the

Hyderabad, RR District Chess Tourneys

Residents of Hyderabad and Ranga Reddy districts born on or after 01-01-2013 are eligible to take part in the tournament.

1,700 years buried and forgotten: Archaeologists find thousands of coins stashed in clay jars under an ancient French home

Archaeologists in France just pulled out over 40,000 ancient coins from three clay pots hidden under someone's living room floor. And the strange

CMC Inspects 3,835 Houses in Anti-Larval Drive to Curb Mosquito Breeding

The municipal staff carried out house-to-house inspections to identify mosquito breeding sources, inspected overhead tanks, sumps, drums, coolers

Nitish 'Deepfake' Row: JD(U) MLC Files Police Complaint Against Prashant Kishor

He (Kishor) said an AI-generated video has been circulated. Has Nitish Kumar ever done anything artificial? Who has the audacity to create an art

Inside the Indian bars named among Asias 50 Best Bars 2026

In this very competitive landscape, bars from Bengaluru and Goa make the cut. We speak to the founders and mixologists behind them, and take a lo

Anti-paper leak amendment Bill gets green light in Lok Sabha with bigger jail terms and fines: Here are 8 things to know

The Lok Sabha approved the Public Examination (Prevention of Unfair Means) Amendment Bill, 2026. This bill introduces significantly harsher punis

Mirabai Chanu Shifts Focus to Asian Games After Historic Commonwealth Gold

Glasgow, July 29: Just hours after securing a historic gold medal for India at the 2026 Commonwealth Games, Mirabai Chanu has begun her preparati

Trainee IPS officer arrested in sexual harassment case

A tale of hits and misses: How Mollywood fared in first half of 2026

According to estimates by Kerala Film Chamber of Commerce, of around 80 films that reached the screens between January and second week of July, o

M.G.R. Medical University challenges UGC regulations on according deemed university status to private medical colleges

Madras High Court Chief Justices Bench orders notices to the Centre and the UGC

CPI(M) Workers Seek Bail in Kerala High Court After ED Attack Allegations

Kochi, July 29: Seven CPI(M) workers accused of attacking Enforcement Directorate (ED) officials in May have approached the Kerala High Court for

Watch: Ive invited TN CM Vijay to visit Cauvery basin: D.K. Shivakumar

Quote of the day by Zohran Mamdani, 'There is no life without food' teaches powerful message about universal need that connects every person regardless of nationality, language, religion, background, offers advice to improve overall quality of life

Quote of the day by Zohran Mamdani is far more than a statement about survival. It is a reminder that food supports health, education, economic o

Palguna To Oversee KIYG Football Tourney

Telangana Football Association secretary and All India Football Federation Executive Committee Member G. P. Palguna has been appointed as Competi

Govt had told HC to reject petition on Waqf Board reconstitution, says CM Satheesan; P.Rajeeve contests claim

The CMs comments on Wednesday came in the wake of the [CPI(M)] State Secretariat on Tuesday flagging growing resentment against the IUML from wit

Paid Menstrual Leave for KSRTC Women Conductors: Kerala HC Sets 3-Month Deadline

The petition, filed by women conductors, seeks two days of paid menstrual leave every month