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On Congress leader Sandeep Dikshit's remarks while sharing the stage with Lok Sabha LoP Rahul Gandhi, MEA Spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said Indias relationship with Italy had expanded and strengthened in every way in recent years,...

A major controversy erupted in Pakistan after reports circulated claiming that jailed former prime minister Imran Khan had died in custody. The Pakistan Army has rejected the claim, while journalist Wajahat Saeed Khan, who initially...

In a piece of good news for the women in the state, the Yogi government has initiated comprehensive transport arrangements to ensure that sisters face no difficulties in reaching their brothers during the auspicious festival of Raksha Bandhan. In this regard, Minister of State for Transport (Independent Charge) Dayashankar Singh has issued directives to operate additional buses across the state for a six-day period, from August 26 to August 31. This government decision aims to provide a safe, sm

The Punjab and Haryana High Court has put the Pharmacy Officer recruitment process on hold until the next hearing in connection with the alleged paper leak and cheating controversy surrounding the Faridkot recruitment examination. The...

The weather is likely to add an unexpected twist to the 80th Independence Day celebrations this year, with the national capital likely to witness rain during the morning hours of August 15. As Prime Minister Narendra Modi prepares to unfurl the Tricolour at the Red Fort and address the nation, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast a generally cloudy sky with spells of very light to light rain.The forecast suggests that rain could begin as early as the night of August 14 and cont

Former Jharkhand Chief Minister Raghubar Das on Wednesday (August 12) threatened to go on a hunger strike if the Hemant Soren-led government failed to recommend a Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) probe into alleged irregularities in recruitment examinations within a week.

There won't be a clash between the two latest Olympic champions - Arshad Nadeem and Neeraj Chopra - in the Lausanne Diamond League as the Pakistani star will be skipping the event to prepare for the Asian Games in September.

Bengali actor Jeet is gearing up for the release of Keu Bole Biplabi Keu Bole Dakat, a film inspired by the extraordinary life of Ananta Singh, a freedom fighter and close associate of Masterda Surya...

The Yogi government is taking strict action against the supply chain of spurious and suspicious medicines. In this ongoing effort, the Uttar Pradesh Food Safety and Drug Administration (FSDA) executed a major operation on Wednesday,...

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Wednesday (August 12) said that a high-level committee will be constituted to recommend comprehensive reforms to the examination system for various government recruitments. Committeeto make recruitment examinations more secure, transparent...

At least four people were killed, and nine others were injured when a vehicle carrying them plunged into a gorge near Gatlog in Sirmaur district of Himachal Pradesh, police said on Wednesday.The accident took place...

Indian Railways has issued an important advisory for passengers travelling through major railway stations in Delhi ahead of Independence Day. Northern Railway has urged passengers to reach stations well in advance as security checks are being tightened between August 13 and August 16. Passengers have been advised to factor in the additional time required for security screening while planning their journeys. Railway authorities have also appealed to travellers to cooperate fully with security per

With Independence Day approaching, kite flying is once again set to become a common sight across Delhi-NCR. From rooftops to open grounds, people traditionally fly kites around August 15. However, Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) has issued a safety warning, urging people not to fly kites near metro lines as kite strings can pose a serious threat to both human lives and metro operations.

The Central Board of Secondary Education, CBSE has declared the Class 12 Compartment exam result 2026. CBSE 12th Compartment scorecard is available for download on the websites - cbse.gov.in, results.cbse.nic.in . CBSE 12th Compartment exam was held on July 28.

The alleged nexus between railway employees and touts involved in the unauthorised sale of Tatkal tickets has come under renewed scrutiny. Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw informed the Lok Sabha on Wednesday that 65 railway employees and 13,580 touts were arrested across Indian Railways between 2023 and June 2026 for offences linked to the misuse of the ticket reservation system. The figures were shared in a written reply to a question raised by Independent MP Patel Umeshbhai Babubhai, who soug

In a significant development, Karnataka Chief Minister DK Shivakumar allocated portfolios to his recently inducted ministers. As per the list shared by the state government, Ramalinga Reddy got Forest & Ecology department, while, Social welfare department went to KH Muniyappa.

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a yellow alert for Ghaziabad, forecasting heavy rainfall and thunderstorms from August 13 to 16. In view of the expected adverse weather conditions, the district administration has urged residents to remain alert and take necessary precautions.

Kannada superstar Yash and Radhika Pandit are celebrating 10 years of their engagement today, August 12. To celebrate the occasion, Radhika posted an unseen video from their engagement in 2016. It showed how the duo got ready until they slipped rings on each other's fingers and started their happily ever after.

A husband and wife were severely injured after being attacked by a pet Pitbull in the Kumbhar Nagar area of Patiala, Punjab. The shocking incident was reported when the couple accompanied a local property dealer...

Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju on Wednesday said he is totally frustrated for the first time in his life, he is witnessing a scenario where the government wants a discussion in Parliament, yet the opposition...

While the Taj Mahal has been considered one of the greatest love symbols in the world for a very long time, there is now a small-scale Taj Mahal replica that has been built inside a family's home in Burhanpur, Madhya Pradesh. Video footage of the unique home has gained massive popularity online because of its architecture and history.

The prolonged deadlock in Parliament continues with only a day left for the monsoon session to end. Amidst sloganeering by the opposition, Lok Sabha today passed a resolution sending the FCRA (Foreign Contributions Regulatory Act)...

Describing the flood situation in Assam as 'terrifying', West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari on Wednesday announced financial assistance of Rs 10 crore from the Chief Minister's Relief Fund to help the neighbouring state tackle the crisis.

Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav on Wednesday announced a complete ban on analogue paneer in in the state, saying the state would instead promote natural milk-based products and increase dairy production. After Chhattisgarh, Maharashtra and Gujarat, now Madhya Pradesh became the fourth state to completely ban analogue paneer.

Benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty extended their decline on Thursday as escalating geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, a renewed surge in crude oil prices and heavy selling in Tata Group stocks combined to weigh...

BJP MP Nishikant Dubey on Wednesday launched a scathing attack on Congress leader Rahul Gandhi , calling him a worse leader than Pakistan founder Muhammad Ali Jinnah while taking a swipe at the Congress MP over theongoing students' protest in Jharkhand. The BJP MP further said the Congress should withdraw its support to theJharkhandgovernment to show that it stood with the protesting students. He also stated that otherwise, it would appear that the party was working on George Soros' agenda.

The teaser of Saif Ali Khan and Akshay Kumar's Haiwaan is finally here. Akshay Kumar steps away from the conventional roles he has been doing so far and plays a psycho killer in the film directed by Priyadarshan. Saif Ali Khandescribed his role as 'blind samurai,' calling it one of the most amazing roles he's done so far.

The committee investigating Justice Yashwant Varma has found all three allegations against him proven in its report. The committee stated that a large quantity of burnt and partially burnt Rs 500 notes were found in the storeroom of his official residence, but Justice Varma could not provide a satisfactory explanation for the source or ownership of these notes. According to the report, a fire broke out in the storeroom of his official residence at 30 Tughlaq Crescent, Delhi, on the night of Marc

Vedika Pinto may have won viewers over as the lively Sudha in Musafir Cafe, but her own home in Mumbai has a very different energy. It is warm, lived-in and full of little details that say as much about her family as they do about the actress herself. The home is shared by Vedika, her parents, her brother and their pet dog, Benji.

Tata Sons Chairman N Chandrasekaran has announced that he will step down when his current term ends on February 20, 2027. Chandrasekaran, widely known as Chandra, has been with the company for the past 40 years. Chandra said he had informed the Tata Sons board that he would not offer himself for reappointment when his term ended and asked to settle on a successor soon to ensure a smooth transition. He said leading the group over the past decade had been a great honour and a profound responsibili

Amit Shah writes to Lok Sabha Speaker seeking discussion on student protests amid Opposition's ruckus

The government has sent the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Amendment Bill, 2026 (FCRA) to a Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC) for detailed examination. The move comes amid concerns raised by the Opposition over the provisions of the FCRA Amendment Bill .The Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Amendment Bill, 2026, has so far not been listed on the agenda of the Lok Sabha for consideration and passing.

The Karnataka government has decided to ban tobacco and nicotine-containing gutkha and pan masala across the state, citing public health concerns. The Food Safety and Drug Administration Department under the Health and Family Welfare Department has issued a notification restricting the sale and distribution of these products.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged reel-loving Gen Z to look beyond social media reels, saying that in the era of reels, they should remember that shortcut will cut you short. Speaking at the launch of former president Ram Nath Kovind's autobiography Triumph of the Indian Republic: My Life, My Struggles, he urged young people to read autobiographies and took example of Kovind's life on how determination could help a person overcome adversity and rise to the highest constitutional office.

The protest by students associated with the JPSC JSSC Reform Manch continued through the night, with students maintaining that the agitation will not end until their key demands are addressed. Student spokesperson Piyush Kumar Singh, who has also been part of the student delegation, spoke about the situation at the protest site and the students' plans going forward.

Oracle is reportedly gearing up for another round of layoffs. As per the latest reports shared by Business Insider, the managers across the domains in the leading tech company have been asked to pinpoint employees who might be listed in the removal list. The plan is to wrap up the layoffs before the second fiscal quarter of the organisation starts on September 1 (2026). Some teams are further looking at deep cuts that could be double-digit percentage losses. But no one outside knows yet how many

Videos showing men behaving erratically on a roadside, allegedly under the influence of a so-called 'zombie drug', have been doing the rounds on social media. The unusual movements and apparently altered state of those seen in such clips have also raised questions about what these substances actually do to the body and how dangerous they can be.

Vikrant Massey has been an important part of the Mirzapur story since the beginning. His character, Bablu Pandit, was one of the central figures in Season 1. However, fans will not see Massey in Mirzapur: The Movie. The actor recently opened up about his journey with the show and admitted that he wished his character had survived longer.

Apple is reportedly planning to bump up prices on both its upcoming and current iPhones by about USD 100, which is roughly Rs. 10,000. If this turns out to be true, buyers in India will see a higher price tag for the new iPhone 18 Pro series, but also for popular models like the iPhone 17, iPhone Air, and iPhone 17e.

N Chandrasekaran reportedly resigns as Tata Sons Chairman, TCS shares fall nearly 4%

The fuel prices in Himachal Pradesh got increased as Sukhvinder Singh-led Congress government imposed a widow and orphan cess of 60 paise per litre on petrol and diesel. Similarly, an additional cess of 60 paise...

The State Bank of India (SBI) clerk application process has been started, the candidates who wish to apply for SBI Clerk post can do so on the official website - sbi.bank.in. The last date to...

Sensex, Nifty Today: Indian equity benchmark indices, the Sensex and Nifty, opened flat with a cautious undertone, as persistent uncertainty surrounding the US-Iran negotiations continues to weigh on investor sentiment. While the 30-share BSE Sensex added 109.08 points or 0.13 per cent to start the session at 78,263.33, the Nifty opened flat with a gain of only 0.75 points to open at 24,472.45. In the last trading session, the Sensex closed at 78,154.25 and the Nifty 50 at 24,471.70. However, th

A speeding tanker lorry collided with an auto-rickshaw that was taking a U-turn near Satwar village in Zaheerabad mandal of Telangana's Sangareddy district. The accident left six people dead, including five women, while six others were seriously injured.

The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has tightened packaging norms for pan masala under its latest amendment, specifying the packaging materials that can be used for the product. Under the new regulations,...

Delhi has reported 1,344 H1N1 cases this season , compared with 229 during the corresponding period last year. The sharp rise is more than just a number, according to Dr Arjun Khanna , HOD, Pulmonology, Amrita Hospital, Faridabad. He described the increase as a warning that influenza is circulating aggressively across Delhi-NCR.

The National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET PG) city intimation slip 2026 has been released, the city intimation slip link is available for download on the official website - natboard.edu.in . NEET PG city slip login credentials are - user ID and password. NEET PG is scheduled to be held on August 30.

A massive fire broke out in a on the 11th floor of a highrise on Baptista Road in Vile Parle (West) in Mumbai on Tuesday night . A dozen fire tenders rushed to the spot, and firefighters brought the blaze under control after about an hour of effort.The fire fighting team six people trapped in the 11th floor of the flat, however, two people got killed in the blaze, while three others were injured. The injured were admitted to Nanavati Hospital for treatment.

Mumbai's Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC), one of India's richest civic bodies, is preparing to move towards a more digital and paperless system. However, a proposal to purchase more than 300 tablets for corporators, senior officials and committee heads has triggered a political controversy, with the estimated cost running around 6 crore. While the Shiv Sena (UBT) and Congress have termed the proposal unnecessary expenditure, the Bharatiya Janata Party and Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena hav

The government has announced a major update for people planning to buy electric vehicles in India as the PM E-DRIVE scheme has been extended until March 31, 2028. However, the incentive available on electric two-wheelers has been reduced, with the subsidy per kilowatt-hour (kWh) cut by half. With the revised rules now in place, prospective EV buyers need to understand how the new incentive structure will affect the benefits available to them.