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TG Records Highest Inflation In The Country At 6.27%

According to the latest provisional CPI data released by the National Statistics Office on Tuesday, Telangana's rural areas recorded particularly

Bag With Explosives Found in APSRTC Bus

A preliminary inquiry indicated that the bags may have been mixed up as they were of the same size and colour and had been placed next to each ot

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US Congressman names India, China in Russia Sanctions Bill

US lawmakers are considering tariffs on Russia's oil trading partners, including India. One amendment proposes 100% tariffs on countries like Ind

Afghanistans Captain Reflects on T20 Series Loss to India

Afghanistans captain Ibrahim Zadran discusses the teams shortcomings after a T20 series defeat against India, emphasizing the need for improvemen

People Fear UPI Fee Will Bring Cash Back

Merchants felt that people might go back to cash transactions.

No alliance with BJP ahead of 2028 assembly polls, says KT Rama Rao

The Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) has officially stated it will not ally with the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), while expressing support for a del

Goods exports up 26% in August, trade deficit eases: Engineering, petroleum products, chemicals and textiles lead shipments; US remains top market

Indias goods exports surged in August, driven by robust global demand, while the trade deficit narrowed to a five-month low as imports declined.

Saudi cancels some oil cargoes after pipeline hit, Poland seeks alternative

Supply disruption supported oil prices, with Brent oil futures trading near $108 a barrel and cargo prices in Europe's physical market even highe

Slain CM aide's mother Hasirani Rath is BJP's Nandigram face for West Bengal bypoll

Hasirani Rath, mother of a slain former aide, is the BJP candidate for Nandigram. She aims for a victory margin exceeding one lakh votes in the u

WTO cites India-EFTA trade deal as unilateral mechanism to achieve market access outcome

Trade agreements beyond the multilateral trading system can also offer examples whereby unilateral enforcement mechanisms have been tailored to t

India's exports to US rise 21.83% in Aug; shipments to China jump 52.35%

The inbound shipments rose 17 per cent to USD 12.77 billion from China and by 65.78 per cent to USD 5.97 billion from the US, according to the mi

Telangana HC Directs States Response on Residential School Teaching

PIL challenges supervised study hours and deployment of teachers for hostel duties

Yashwant Sinha Criticizes Center Over Uniform Civil Code Ahead of 2029 Elections

Former Finance Minister Yashwant Sinha accuses the BJP of inciting communal tensions with the Uniform Civil Code ahead of the 2029 elections. Yas

Engineers Day observed at Andhra University

WTITC, Sharjah Government Sign Technology Partnership

WTITC and Sharjah's SRTIP sign an MoU to connect Sharjah's research ecosystem with the global Telugu tech community for innovation and growth.

UPI charges explained: Who pays, who doesnt and what it means for you | FAQs

After nearly six years of fully free UPI payments, a new Merchant Discount Rate (MDR) will apply to certain transactions from October 15 , after

18-yr-old Agniveer aspirant collapses after endurance run, dies

District Collectors Discuss Rural Water Supply Initiatives at Drinking Water Dialogue

District collectors convened to enhance the implementation of the Jal Jeevan Mission and share best practices for rural water supply. District Co

ET Under 40 2026: As AI races ahead, leaders urged to put purpose above success

Sivakumar Sundaram highlighted the importance of collective purpose at The Economic Times awards, urging awardees to utilize recognition as a fou

WAPL to Identify Women's Cricket Talent

AP Women's Commission chief Dr Rayapati Sailaja launches WAPL teaser, aiming to spot women cricket talent from grassroots and rural areas.

Quote of the day by Nelson Mandela: The greatest glory in living lies not in never falling, but in rising every time we...Know the meaning, life lesson and why it matters today

Nelson Mandela's wisdom teaches us the importance of resilience in the face of adversity. He championed the fight against apartheid and racial op

ET Under 40 2026: How technology is creating younger leaders

The rise of technology is paving the way for younger Indians to step into leadership roles much earlier. Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw predicts that the no

Odisha govt rejects Dara Singh's plea for release from jail in Graham Staines, sons' murder case

Odisha government rejected Dara Singh's plea for early release from prison. He is serving a life sentence for the 1999 murder of Graham Staines a

Nato jets shoot down drone that entered Lithuanian airspace from Belarus

The drone was intercepted five kilometers from a hydroelectric power plant near Pratkunai in central Lithuania

RBIs MDR Implementation to Enhance Sustainability of Indias Digital Payment Ecosystem

RBIs new MDR policy for UPI transactions aims to strengthen Indias digital payment ecosystem while keeping transactions free for users. RBIs MDR

IISER Bhopal: Training scientists to cross disciplinary boundaries

From classrooms to advanced labs, institutes research provides insight for tackling climate, water and Himalayan challenges Rattan Singh Gill BHO

Two Held For Alleged Encroachment Of Govt Land In Adilabad

Police seized fake land documents and registration papers from the accused.

10-year US Treasury yield rises to highest since 2007 as Fed looms

The yield on the global bond benchmark rose as much as five basis points to 5.04% on Tuesday, surpassing a peak from 2023 to hit the highest sinc

RBIs MDR Implementation to Enhance Indias Digital Payment Ecosystem

The RBI announces MDR on high-value UPI transactions to boost Indias digital payment ecosystem while keeping many transactions free for users. RB

12 yrs of sacrifices & locked login: Wife's LinkedIn post on Oracle layoffs

He worked through Holi and Diwali, birthdays and anniversaries, stayed on call during vacations and even logged in from a hospital while his wife

Businesses divided on UPI MDR; retailers wary, quick commerce unfazed

Distributors flag concerns over the new UPI merchant charges, while quick-commerce firms expect limited impact as most transactions remain below

Weekly Chinese Horoscope till September 20: The week starts rough, but every animal sign could see why they will be facing obstacles

The interesting part of this Weekly Chinese Horoscope is the contrast between its beginning and ending. Monday's Destruction Day asks what needs

US Fury so 'Epic', it resulted in ammunition shortage

The US has massive amounts of 'munitions,' especially of certain types, Trump posted on social media on August 6. In another post September 9, Tr

Telangana: DGP To Propose CM To Promote 37 DSP Rank Officers As SP

After meeting him, the officers of the Warangal zone had stated that they would withdraw their cases: : DGP C.V. Anand

US energy chief says Saudi's oil pipeline should be back online within days

The 1,200-km (745-mile) East-West Pipeline running across the Arabian Peninsula has served as the main route for global supplies of Middle Easter

Nepal flash floods death toll reaches 1,399

The joint command of security personnel is continuing its search and rescue operations, with the number of missing people estimated to be 5,170

Introduce UCC Bill in Parliament instead of pushing it via states: Omar to BJP

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah criticized the BJP's uniform civil code approach. He stated the bill should be introduced in Parli

State legislature presiding officers showcase Karnatakas parliamentary heritage in SA

ET Under 40 2026: Leaders say businesses must change before it's too late

Corporate executives emphasized the necessity of embracing proactive self-disruption as technology evolves and consumer preferences shift. It's i

Maharashtra Government Commits to Maratha Justice Without Discrimination, Says Eknath Shinde

Eknath Shinde emphasizes Maharashtras commitment to Maratha justice while ensuring fairness to all communities. Maharashtra Government Commits to

Sanju Samson reflects on competition with Vaibhav Sooryavnashi after match-winning knock against Afghanistan

Star India batter Sanju Samson stole the show in the second T20I against Afghanistan at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi. The keeper-batter

'Did you find Russian collusion?': Patel, Schiff clash erupts over NYT report on Kash's girlfriend

NCPCR summons Meta India head Arun Srinivas again over CSAM issue

The child rights body has summoned Meta India head Arun Srinivas as part of its formal inquiry into alleged lapses in the company's policies on c

A Seasoned Modis Brics Balancing Act

Psychologists of power will have much work to do explaining the change in the Modi style, which leaned a little too much on vulgar pomp. It never

YSRCP warns of GVMC siege if water crisis persists in Vizag

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MP Sana Satish Vows Efforts to Set Up INCOIS Regional Facility at Kakinada

TDP MP Sana Satish Babu pushes for an INCOIS regional facility at Kakinada to boost ocean observations and aid fishermen's safety.

Naidu Calls for Preserving Tirumala Heritage, Lauds TTD Administration

After darshan of Lord Venkateswara, Naidu said preserving Tirumalas traditions and heritage in their entirety was a responsibility that needed to

IIT-H Students Win Excellence Award in Taiwan

They worked on formation of ultra-thin semiconductors under certain conditions.

ET 40 Under Forty: Meet the trailblazers of Indias tomorrow

The Economic Times 40 Under Forty awards honored young leaders shaping India's future. The event celebrated personal and professional achievement

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Cracks Down on Political Activities in Coaching Centers

CM N. Chandrababu Naidu orders action against coaching centers engaging in political activities, ensuring candidates focus on exams. Andhra Prade

In 1921, Simon Rodia, an Italian immigrant began building towers in his Los Angeles yard; 33 years later, his handmade creation included a tower more than 99 feet high

In 1921, Italian immigrant Sabato Simon Rodia began an ambitious project on his small property in Los Angeles. Working alone during nights and we

Army Aspirant Dies of Heart Attack

The III Town police said Seshagiri Rao complained of chest pain and congestion shortly after he began his run during the rally in the early hours

Andhra Pradesh: 15,000 Kg Of Puja Waste Collected From Ganesh Immersion Sites

Ten sanitation workers each have been deployed at Punnami Ghat and Bhavani Ghat: Reports

'That's a lie!': Kash Patel vs Hirono erupts over travel records, alcoholism test, FBI hiring rules

'That's a lie!': Kash Patel vs Hirono erupts over travel records, alcoholism test, FBI hiring rules

2,000-Year-Old Terracotta Dabber Found in Nalgonda

Members of the Kotta Telangana Charitra Brundam discovered a 2,000-year-old terracotta dabber, a pre-Satavahana pottery-making tool, in an Appaji

Houthi strikes on Saudi threaten Bab-el-Mandeb navigation, security: India

The Iran-backed Houthi militant group had attacked Saudi Arabia's East-West oil pipeline, which is considered very crucial for the supply of crud

J&K: Authorities on toes as demand for GI-tagged Pashmina shawls rises

Demand for Kashmir Pashmina GI tagging is surging, with a significant certification backlog. The Srinagar laboratory conducts about 150 certifica

Former Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Alla Nani Passes Away at 57

Alla Nani, former Deputy Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh, died of a cardiac arrest in Visakhapatnam at the age of 57. Former Andhra Pradesh Depu

Meet Anirudh Rao, the 12-year-old Colorado inventor who built a drone system that could increase tornado warnings from 13 minutes to 40

Predicting and warning people about tornadoes remains an exceptionally difficult scientific challenge. Tornado-producing storms can intensify qui

Crude oil spike drags rupee to nearly 96 per dollar; Nifty dips 1.2%

The Indian crude basket rose to $128.70 a barrel, adding to concerns over the import bill

'Wanna revise result of WWII?': Putin blasts Elite Globalists as he drops blunt take on AfDs win

'Wanna revise result of WWII?': Putin blasts Elite Globalists as he drops blunt take on AfDs win

Anantapur Needs Expansion to Improve Prospects of Being a Smart City

The proposed merger of surrounding panchayats is expected to strengthen Anantapurs case for inclusion in major central and state urban developmen

You sent armed officers to reporters homes: Klobuchar confronts Kash Patel over NYT Journo probe

You sent armed officers to reporters homes: Klobuchar confronts Kash Patel over NYT Journo probe

AICC to Conduct Training for Congress Sarpanches, Upa-Sarpanches

AICC's RGPRS to train Congress sarpanches and upa-sarpanches in Adilabad district on grassroots governance and government schemes.

Threatens freedom of navigation through Bab-el-Mandeb: India condemns Houthi strikes on Saudi Arabia

Andhra Pradesh: Rayalaseema Reeling Under Summer-Like Heat, Temperatures Near 40C

High temperatures in September have raised concerns among farmers and residents, particularly in the drought-prone Rayalaseema: Reports

Vahana Sevas Begin With Pedda Sesha Vahanam in Tirumala

Sri Malayappa Swamys procession draws thousands of devotees along Tirumalas Mada streets

State Seeks GI for Khara Dupatta Tradition

The GI tag initiative, which was introduced on September 13, 2003, seeks to bring local products under a national identity and improve internatio

DGFT should review notification aligning ITC(HS) code with Finance Act 2026

The real test is whether a bank can refuse to close an otherwise eligible entry merely because the customer disputes or declines to pay the charg

There is a need to reinvent engineering, make it fit current industry needs: Chief Secretary

In 2018, the Netherlands turned 1,000 kg of household plastic into a 30-metre cycle path; the road contained the equivalent of 218,000 plastic cups

A Dutch cycle path turned plastic waste into something useful. In 2018, Zwolle opened a 30-metre path made with about 1,000 kilograms of recycled

Schengen on ice: Italy and Spain extend their border standoff for another 15 days, two months after the deadly Ceuta migrant surge

Italy and Spain have extended border checks for fifteen days. This action follows a significant migrant surge into Spain's Ceuta territory. Both

Ayyanna Patrudu Visits Gandhis Phoenix Settlement Ahead of Commonwealth Conference

Ramgobin briefed the delegation on preservation efforts at the Phoenix Settlement and Pietermaritzburg Railway Station and the role of the Gandhi

Communities Adopt Clay Idols, On-Site Immersion

Hyderabad communities in Manikonda, Neredmet, Nagole and Saroornagar embrace clay Ganesha idols and on-site immersion to cut pollution.

Accelerating the effective implementation of rural development schemes and ensuring transparency are top priorities: Keshav Prasad Maurya

NHRC Takes Action in Rajasthan After Disturbing Incident Involving Womans Assault

The NHRC has requested a report from Rajasthan officials regarding a womans assault and public humiliation in Banswara. NHRC Takes Action in Raja

Heavy rain paralyses traffic in several parts of Bengaluru

Stop Road Mishaps

Despite assurances and campaigns launched by the people sitting at the helm for ensuring safety on roads, the situation in J&K is not improving a

Staff Crunch, Fund Deficit Cripple Iconic State Central Library in Afzalgunj

The Urdu section is being managed by one employee, while the Arabic and Persian sections have no dedicated staff.

Section 22A Leaves Over 22,000 Houses in Greater Hyderabad in Limbo

Properties across Sangareddy, Medchal-Malkajgiri and Rangareddy face hurdles in transactions

Supreme Court nod for Kerala High Court to continue execution proceedings in Kashi Math case

Kerala High Court decision of August 2026 allows Kashi Matadhipati Samyamindra Tirtha to continue execution proceedings for recovery of gold, sil

Six policemen suspended over death of pregnant woman; SP workers stage sit-in

Revanth To Offer Relief On Section 22A

The meeting discussed options to provide relief to genuine property owners affected by the prohibitory list, including the procedure to remove el

Child rights panel again summons Meta India MD, head over sexual abuse material case

Quote of the day by Drew Barrymore: 'Everyone is like a butterfly, they start out ugly...' beautiful lesson from the Charlies Angels' star on life

Drew Barrymore eloquently uses the imagery of a butterfly to convey that the awkward phases of life are essential to our personal growth. Rather

Rajasthan Panchayat Elections: Reservation Lottery Postponed Amid Ongoing Urban Local Body Elections

Rajasthans Panchayati Raj Department has postponed the reservation lottery for upcoming elections due to ongoing urban local body election proces

'40 is not a plateau, but a launchpad': 360 ONE's Karan Bhagat says the best two decades are still ahead for todays young leaders

Karan Bhagat says that turning 40 marks a pivotal turning point in ones career. This milestone brings together experience, resources and the driv

Shaping dreams into destiny: Ajay Piramal shares six lessons for young leaders

Piramal Group chairman Ajay Piramal advised young leaders at an awards ceremony. He emphasized embracing adversity and making independent decisio