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UK Faces Severe Heatwave: Temperatures Expected to Reach 38 Degrees Celsius

London, August 12: The UK is currently grappling with a severe heatwave, drought, and increasing wildfires. The weather department has issued an

Solar eclipse 2026: The Sun will disappear on August 12 and birds may go silent, dogs could act strangely and temperatures may plunge.

Solar eclipse 2026 will bring a rare celestial spectacle on August 12, with the event expected to create noticeable changes on Earth. As daylight

300 students walk 6 km with parents to DMs office to protest for poor roads, waterlogging in Hamirpur

A significant number of students and their parents gathered outside the Hamirpur district magistrate's office to voice their concerns over deteri

Even the sun started sweating: TVK Minister takes swipe at DMK

TVK Agriculture Minister took a swipe at DMK MLA O. Panneerselvam in the Assembly, saying that even the sun started sweating after he arrived, du

Yemen explained: How the Houthis shook the U.S.-Saudi axis | Global Faultlines podcast

In this episode, we examine how Yemens Houthis transformed from a domestic insurgency into a powerful regional force, and how their involvement i

Eight Arrested for Stealing Crude Oil from HPCL Pipeline in Rajasthan

Jaipur, August 12: The Gujarat Anti-Terrorist Squad (ATS), in collaboration with the Rajasthan Police, has dismantled an interstate gang involved

From coffee to cars: Inside the Tata empire as its chairman steps down

N Chandrasekaran will leave Tata Sons as chairman after failing to secure board approval for his reappointment, amid tensions with Tata Trusts, w

Indian and Australian Navies discuss enhancing operational interoperability, capability-building cooperation

The Indian and Australian navies held discussions in Sydney during the 17th Navy-to-Navy Staff Talks from August 11-12 to boost maritime cooperat

Karnataka bans sale of tobacco, nicotine products for one year

Karnataka has banned gutkha and pan masala products for one year. The ban follows warnings from Chief Minister DK Shivakumar about intoxicating s

Sports ministry suspends recognition of Table Tennis Federation of India

The Indian sports ministry has suspended the recognition of the Table Tennis Federation of India. The ministry cited governance deficiencies as t

Watch: North vs South narrative in Assembly is not acceptable: BJP MLA Bhojarajan

BJP MLA Bhojarajan says increasing the number of constituencies and representatives is necessary as the population grows, while rejecting a North

Zhu Rongji, Chinese premier who cajoled economy into modern era, dies at 97

Former Chinese Premier Zhu Rongji, known for his bluntness, has died at age ninety-seven. His speeches revealed deep anxieties within China as it

DMRC Urges Public to Avoid Kite Flying Near Elevated Metro Lines Ahead of Independence Day

New Delhi, August 12: The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) issued an advisory on Wednesday, urging residents of Delhi-NCR to refrain from flyi

Over 3,100 kg of gutkha destroyed in Tirupattur

Jinnah has been reborn as Rahul Gandhi: Nishikant Dubey launches scathing attack on Congress leader

BJP MP Nishikant Dubey on Wednesday launched a scathing attack on Congress leader Rahul Gandhi , calling him a worse leader than Pakistan founder

Gautam Adani Emphasizes Trust as the Greatest Asset Beyond Hindenburg Controversy

Ahmedabad, August 12: Just two days after the U.S. Department of Justice permanently dismissed the criminal case against him, Gautam Adani, Chair

Mumbai landslip: Six dead, four injured in Kurla, rescue operations underway

Six dead, four were injured, and one was injured after a landslide hit the Kurla region in Mumbais eastern suburb on Wednesday (August 12, 2026).

Colombia earthquake kills over 250 as rescue operations continue

A 7.4-magnitude earthquake in Colombia has killed more than 250 people, with rescue teams continuing to search through the rubble for survivors.

NLC India Renewables gets Letter of Award for 200-MW wind power project

Justice Yashwant Varma found guilty as probe proves all 3 charges, no explanation for burnt cash

The committee investigating Justice Yashwant Varma has found all three allegations against him proven in its report. The committee stated that a

Watch: Tata Sons chairman N Chandrasekaran to step down in February 2027

Tata Sons chairman N. Chandrasekaran has announced that he will step down at the end of his current tenure in February 2027.

How Tata Sons chooses its chairman: The succession process explained

N Chandrasekaran's exit brings Tata Sons' succession process into focus, which remains a carefully structured exercise rather than a conventional

Trump claims total control over Hormuz as US, Iran harden their stances

Trump has oscillated for months between threatening to resume attacks on Iran and expressing confidence that talks to bring an end to America's w

Amit Shah Reaches Out to Lok Sabha Speaker for Discussion on Student Protests

New Delhi, August 12: Union Home Minister Amit Shah has written to Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, requesting a discussion in Parliament regarding th

PI Industries plunges 10%, hits 52-week low on disappointing Q1 results

The average trading volume at the PI Industries counter jumped over nine-fold with a combined 2.1 million equity shares changing hands on the NSE

Srisailam and Vijayawada temples hold rain rituals; why not TTD, asks Karunakar Reddy

Bhumana Karunakar Reddy said the TTD had conducted scores of such rituals during the COVID-19 pandemic, and that smaller temples had taken up the

Karnataka Bans Sale Of Gutkha, Pan Masala With Tobacco Or Nicotine For 1 Year

In a decisive move to curb oral diseases and plug existing legal loopholes, the Karnataka government has enforced a comprehensive one-year ban on

Nifty India FPI 150: How the new NSE index tracks foreign investibility

NSE's Nifty India FPI 150 selects 150 liquid Nifty 500 stocks using foreign-investible free-float market capitalisation, creating a basket of sto

From Apple to Netflix: Why Big Tech is pushing deeper into gaming ecosystem

Samsung, Apple, Meta and Netflix are pushing deeper into gaming, using games to strengthen hardware, subscriptions and ecosystems as the industry

Assam Government to Investigate Funds Raised by 72 YouTubers for Flood Relief

Guwahati, August 12: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced on Wednesday that the state government will investigate the funds raised

Keralas Vizhinjam Port Rail Link Under Execution, 10.7-Km Line To Connect Seaport With Balaramapuram Station: Centre

Students with intellectual disability to get 25% grace marks in technical exams

This brings them on par with other categories of persons with disabilities

Karnataka bans sale of gutka, pan masala containing tobacco or nicotine for one year

The prohibition applies to both packaged and unpackaged products. It also covers products packed separately but sold or distributed in a manner t

FCRA Bill sent to JPC amid Opposition protests; Rijiju challenges parties to cite provision against minorities

The committee has been asked to submit its report to the Lok Sabha by the last day of the first week of the 2026 Winter Session of Parliament

Watch: Edappadi K. Palaniswami opposes retaining 543 Lok Sabha seats, backs 33% womens reservation

AIIMS Mangalagiri Announces Recruitment for 79 Faculty Positions

Amaravati, August 12: The All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) Mangalagiri has issued an official notification for the recruitment of

Horizon Industrial Parks' 2,600 cr IPO to open Aug 17 at 57-60 price band

Blackstone-backed Horizon Industrial Parks Ltd will open its Rs 2,600 crore Initial Public Offering (IPO) for subscription on August 17, with the

AI, entertainment push app revenue to record $345 mn in Q2: Sensor Tower

India's app market crossed $345 million in Q2 revenue as AI, entertainment and digital services pushed non-gaming apps ahead, extending a trend s

People of purpose: How an Earthquake Inspired Nivedita and Ashok to Build Inclusive Classrooms in Maharashtra

After witnessing disability exclusion during Nepals earthquake recovery, a couple chose inclusive education as their lifes mission.

nubia Neo 5 Max with 7.5-Inch Display Lands as a New PadPhone Category

nubia Neo 5 Max with 7.5-Inch Display Lands as a New PadPhone Category

Chandigarh University's Architecture Students Secure 217 Placements in Leading Architecture Firms

Chandigarh University's Architecture Students Secure 217 Placements in Leading Architecture Firms

How a company can grow 200% and still get demoted from India's large caps

A company can grow its market value and still lose its large-cap status. Since 2017, the price of a top-100 seat has more than tripled, so growth

Surendra Rajput Criticizes BJPs Outreach Efforts, Questions Their Commitment to Youth Issues

Lucknow, August 12: Congress spokesperson Surendra Rajput has sharply criticized the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) for its planned outreach campai

Uttar Pradesh's per capita income witnessed 3 fold rise, claims CM

Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath said that Eastern Uttar Pradesh has emerged as a rapidly growing economy on the strength of its youth. Its people,

Neet paper leak case: Delhi court takes cognisance of CBI chargesheet

A Delhi court on Wednesday took cognisance of the CBI's chargesheet in the NEET paper leak case. Special Judge Ajay Gupta took cognisance of the

IndiGo flight from Kolkata makes emergency landing at Chennai airport

The left engine of the aircraft was inoperative, due to which a full emergency was declared, the AAI said

Lok Sabha sends FCRA amendment Bill to 31-member JPC amid Oppn protests

The Lok Sabha on Wednesday passed a motion to refer the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Amendment Bill, 2026, to a 31-member joint committee of

New Jersey and New York to Celebrate Indian Independence Day, Announce Governors

New Delhi, August 12: New Jersey and New York, two prominent states in the United States, will celebrate Indian Independence Day on August 15, 20

State PSCs under scrutiny as exam irregularities, delays erode trust

Karnataka, Israel To Be Stronger Together With Cybersecurity Partnership

Held under the theme Stronger Together. Secure Tomorrow., the dialogue was organised as part of Karnataka's Global Innovation Alliance

Court Takes Cognizance of NEET Paper Leak Case; Hearings to Begin Tomorrow

New Delhi, August 12: The Rouse Avenue Court has acknowledged the charge sheet filed by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) in the NEET UG

Thoda Badal Gaye Ho: M Kharge, PM Modi's Banter At Wedding Reception

The high-profile wedding reception of Supriya Sule's daughter at 6 Janpath in Delhi witnessed a galaxy of political stars who turned up to bless

Mohanlal's Athimanoharam gets permission to film at Sabarimala, but there are a few key conditions

Mohanlal-starrer Athimanoharam has received permission to shoot at Sabarimala. The Travancore Devaswom Board has allowed the film team to shoot a

Assam Government To 'Appreciate' YouTubers, Influencers For Flood Aid

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said government will recognise genuine contributors to flood relief.

Air India Pilot With Marijuana In His Bloodstream Was Also On Sleep Medication

An Air India aircraft carrying 137 passengers and eight crew members from Phuket to Delhi had suddenly lost about 300 feet of altitude on August

18K cr bet! Retail investors bet on Infosys, TCS, Reliance & 3 other falling bluechips

Urbanization Key to Indias Development by 2047, Says Arvind Panagariya

Thiruvananthapuram, August 12: Arvind Panagariya, the chairman of the 16th Finance Commission, stated on Wednesday that urbanization will play a

SC Directs Karnataka To Set Up Additional Special Court For UAPA Cases

Court says state cannot have the luxury of prolonging trials for years; orders day-to-day hearing in PFI conspiracy case

TMC MP Kirti Azad questions government over response to student protests

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Indian semiconductor startups raised $206 million since 2022: Report

Investors are concentrating money behind companies that have moved further along product development and commercialisation, rather than spreading

Three arrested for dangerous bike stunts in Vadapalani

Satwiksairaj Rankireddy: Indias Global Face in Badminton, Secures First Commonwealth Gold with Chirag Shetty

New Delhi, August 12: Satwiksairaj Rankireddy is currently a prominent name in Indian and global badminton. Alongside Chirag Shetty, he has not o

202% rally in 1 year: Why this multibagger stock zoomed 19% today

TD Power Systems shares have been on a strong run on Dalal Street in recent years. According to NSE data, the stock has more than doubled investo

Why is Pakistan's ally US upset over its PKR3 trillion defence budget spending

The US State Department has urged Pakistan to bring military and intelligence budgets under civilian oversight. Greater disclosure of government

Insurance regulators weigh reforms to tackle rising medical costs

Medical inflation of roughly 12% to 14% a year puts pressure on families and prompts authorities to hunt ways to standardise pricing and coverage

Over 36,000 firms shut ops in Maharashtra in 5 yrs, Oppn slams govt

Opposition leaders have sharply criticised the Maharashtra government after data disclosed in the Lok Sabha showed that over 36,000 private compa

What is Himachal Pradesh

The Himachal Pradesh government has imposed a 60 paise per litre Widow and Orphan Cess on petrol and diesel to fund welfare schemes. Charged at t

Rs 176-Crore Vasai Bypass Rail Link Held Up Over Pending Land Survey, Acquisition Yet To Begin

Bank of America to deploy $250 billion for US digital, infrastructure projects

Bank of America plans to invest $250 billion in American infrastructure projects. This initiative will support digital and energy infrastructure

Major Changes Coming to Bigg Boss 20: Salman Khan Reveals Extra Lifeline Twist

Mumbai, August 12: Salman Khan is set to return to the small screen with the much-anticipated new season of the reality show Bigg Boss. The excit

Bumble rules changed: Dating app changes its biggest rule after 12 years, introduces major update for users

Bumble is revolutionizing its messaging policy also allowing men to initiate conversations. This shift enhances user flexibility, significantly e

Post Chandrasekaran, the head that wears the Tata crown won't rest easy

As N. Chandrasekaran prepares to step down, Tata Sons faces a pivotal succession dilemma. The new chairman will take the reins of iconic brands i

For Chennai-based singer Susha, Love Language is an act of self-care

Music composer, singer and visual artist Susha talks about her first independent full-fledged album, Love Language, collaborating with friends, a

Analysis: Why Congress Picked Amarinder Warring Over Charanjit Channi

Punjab party affairs in-charge Bhupesh Baghel failed to unite the Charanjit Singh Channi and Amarinder Singh Raja Warring factions during his nin

Duroflex Airboost aims to solve India's biggest wellness challenge: Deep Sleep

As many as 60% of Indians get less than six hours of uninterrupted deep sleep every night. Next-gen sleep technology can help improve spinal supp

YS Jagan Mohan Reddy directs YSRCP legislators to expose government failures

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Explained: What is a cess and how states use it for welfare purposes

Himachal Pradesh's widow and orphan cess on fuel has brought purpose-specific levies into focus. Here's what a cess is and how states use such le

I Ordered Jail Raids: HM Priyank on Phone Seizure From Jailed Revanna

We will not allow anyone to receive VIP treatment like this. The raid itself is the message. If you think you can bribe my officials and do what

Sri Lanka Announces 16-Member Test Squad for Series Against India, Mendis and Nissanka Ruled Out

Colombo, August 12: Sri Lanka Cricket has announced a 16-member squad for the upcoming two-match Test series against India. Unfortunately, Kusal

Dakkhan ko Chira: Hyderabad exhibition explores the textile heritage of the western Deccan

The two-day Hyderabad exhibition by textile researcher and designer Vinay Narkar features 100 saris, 25 Maratha-style paintings and jewellery ins

Industries to make space for Sports in Gujarat for Commonwealth & Olympics

An ambitious plan has been formulated to prepare Ahmedabad for the 2030 Commonwealth Games and the 2036 Olympic Games. Under this plan, all local

CAG Flags Bengaluru Metro Planning Failures, Rs 6,600 Crore Cost Overrun; Ridership Far Below Estimates

El Nio drives India's July power demand to a record high: Crisil report

India's power demand is expected to rise 6.5-7.5 per cent this fiscal to 1,825-1,835 BU, driven by an expected increase in cooling demand due to

Bengalurus August food guide: Onam sadyas, Independence Day brunches, and Burmese tea-time bites

From traditional Onam sadyas and Burmese tea-shop favourites to a Ladakhi tasting menu and Independence Day brunches, heres what Bengalurus resta

India's exports rise 15% in April-July; Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal confident of $1 trillion target

India's exports saw a 15 percent increase during the first four months of this fiscal year. The Commerce Minister expressed optimism about reachi

Centre redefines Ganga floodplain, drops construction-free zone provision

The amendment removes the construction-free zone wording and instead says that the banks of the Ganga and its tributaries and their floodplains s

CJP Founder Abhijeet Dipke Turns Focus To Rural Schools With

Dipkes campaign targets rural school infrastructure as children demand basic access to education across India.

N Chandrasekaran's exit puts Tata Digital, semiconductor bets in focus

Tata Digital's continuing losses and the long gestation period of the group's semiconductor projects have come under sharper scrutiny amid questi

Zetwerk planning to file IPO papers publicly, eyes raising up to $400 mn

The Bengaluru-based company, which confidentially filed for an IPO in March, may submit updated paperwork this week and is likely to begin invest

Indian Government Moves FCRA Amendment Bill to Joint Parliamentary Committee

New Delhi, August 12: The central government has decided to send the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Amendment Bill (FCRA), 2026 to the Joint P