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India Celebrates 80th Independence Day in Southern Lebanon with Pride and Festivity

Beirut, August 16: Despite being far from home, the Indian battalion deployed under the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) celebrat

Eleven held for attacking youth over love proposal

NTA Announces Re-examination Dates for UGC-NET Papers Due to Errors

New Delhi, August 16: The National Testing Agency (NTA) has decided to conduct re-examinations for the UGC-NET June 2026 papers in English, Comme

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Mumbai, August 16: The National Testing Agency (NTA) has announced the reconduct of the UGC-NET June 2026 examination papers for English, Commerc

Traffic around KBR Park goes one-way with 10 U-turn points and 13 exits from August 18

The lane-change and U-turn points are located at TG Study Circle, BRS Bhavan, Omega Hospital, Jana Reddy, Apollo Cradle, Taj Mahal, Phoenix Build

We were never seen as a mind, only as a vote: Neha Bora on Indias student resistance and the fight for democracy

Political Tensions Rise Over Vande Mataram Controversy as BJP and Congress Clash

New Delhi, August 16: The political landscape in India has heated up over the Vande Mataram issue. BJP MP Dharmshila Gupta has responded to Congr

Mikel Arteta's Arsenal blow Manchester City away to lift 18th Community Shield

Mikel Artetas Arsenal blow Manchester City away to lift th Community Shield

AILU demands resignation of BCI chairman

The Union demanded the resignation of the BCI chairman over the controversial order barring the enrolment of NALSAR students.

South Korea says it fired warning shots after North Korean soldiers crossed demarcation line

Khammam CCS police arrest two for tampering with forest permits

PM Modi Remembers Atal Bihari Vajpayee with Deep Respect on His Death Anniversary

New Delhi, August 16: The nation is remembering former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee on his death anniversary. In this context, a BJP leade

Is Gen Z done trusting oliticians?

Is Gen Z done trusting oliticians

Andhra Pradesh Assembly Monsoon Session Set to Begin on August 17

Amaravati, August 16: The Monsoon session of the Andhra Pradesh Assembly will commence on Monday. Key topics for discussion include the impact of

Gaza peace plan: 8 nations condemn Israel's rejection of US roadmap

Several nations condemned Israel's rejection of the Gaza peace process proposal. This move seriously undermines collective efforts to achieve las

Two of Pardhi gang arrested for 11 house burglaries across Telangana

Telangana Assembly session in Sept, CM dares KCR to attend

Hyderabad: Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy said on Sunday, August 16, that the Assembly would be convened in September and challenged BR

Why the Visakhapatnam airport shut, and what still flies from INS Dega

The 10.45 p.m. IndiGo to Delhi was the final scheduled service from the civil enclave at INS Dega. From 12.01 a.m. on Monday, every airline fligh

YSRCP demands immediate reinstatement of suspended teachers

Utkal University Postpones +3 4th Semester Exams on Aug 17 Due to Floods

In a decisive move to prioritise safety, Utkal University has postponed all undergraduate (+3), B.Sc. ITM, B.Sc. Computer Science and B.Ed (UDTE)

PM's I-Day speech: Reforms, Sapta Dhara, Gen Z focus chart India's future

In his 13th Independence Day speech, PM Modi unveiled the Sapta Dhara strategy, focusing on jobs, manufacturing, technology, connectivity and sel

State draws inspiration from freedom fighter Gouthu Latchannas ideals, say Ministers

Various Ministers participate in the State-level birth anniversary celebrations of Sardar Gouthu Latchanna, organised by the BC Welfare Corporati

NMDC marks 53.15 MT production; targets 60 MT in FY27 and 100 MT by 2030

BJP Legislator Praises Ban on Analog Dairy Products, Calls Adulteration an Organized Crime

Gonda, August 16: BJP legislator Pratik Bhushan Singh has welcomed the state governments ban on analog dairy products. He emphasized the need for

RDO enquiry ordered into death of 55-year-old man

BMTC adds 62 daily trips on Magadi route with new express service

Massive Wildfire in Belgium Burns 3,000 Hectares; Hotspots Still Active

Brussels, August 16: A devastating wildfire in Belgiums High Fence area has consumed approximately 3,000 hectares by Sunday morning. This inciden

Spirit of Independence programme concludes in Vizag

Former CM C. Achutha Menon remembered

We can claim to possess genuine democracy only when it is accompanied by social, economic and political justice, says P.D.T Achary

Nurse dies after accidentally falling under Vande Bharat Express near Moula Ali

Odisha to Appoint 5,740 Retired Teachers as Guest Faculty to Address High School Vacancies

In a major step to tackle the acute shortage of teachers in secondary schools, the Odisha government has approved the appointment of 5,740 retire

VDCA Institutional League: ENC to take on Vizag police in summit clash

Errors crept in, NTA announces retest for three UGC-NET papers

New Delhi: The National Testing Agency on Sunday, August 16, announced a retest for three papers of the UGC-NET examinationEnglish, Commerce and

Protests Against NEET Continue in Chennai Despite Tamil Nadu Assembly Resolution

Chennai, August 16: Protests against the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) are ongoing in Chennai, despite a new resolution passed by

Amuthan murder: 14 students arrested in six days

BBC seeks Ivanka, Kushner, Trump Jr testimony in Trump defamation suit

BBC seeks Ivanka Kushner Trump Jr testimony in Trump defamation suit

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If we dont defeat Savarkars ideology, we will suffer like Germans

I am who I am: Yash revisits Rashmika Mandanna's 2017 'Mr Showoff' comment

I am who I am Yash revisits Rashmika Mandannas Mr Showoff comment

Hunger Strike Continues Until Investigation into SO-12 Irregularities: Ranjod Singh

Jammu, August 16: Ranjod Singh, who is on a hunger strike regarding job allocations under the sports quota and corruption in sports, stated that

Letters to the Editor dated August 16, 2026

'They were Indian, so we didnt count them': US cleaning business owner faces scrutiny over racial profiling

Struggles of starting up

Inside stories of founders who stayed the course

BJP plans to provide stolen money to women as allowance: Akhilesh Yadav

Editorial. Slicing it right

5G network pathways need sensible regulation

In 1901, workers discovered the Ivory Bangle Lady in England. Modern science later revealed her true origins

The excavation of a Roman-era grave in York unveils insights into a woman's wealth and societal standing, illustrated by the luxury artifacts bur

BJP Leader Ram Kadam Defends Modis Leadership Amid Congress Criticism

Mumbai, August 16: BJP leader Ram Kadam has sharply responded to Congress leader Mallikarjun Kharges statement, which accused the Modi government

GST cut, stable interest rates keep auto demand resilient, M&Ms Jejurikar

M&M sees room for both ICE and EVs to grow as improved affordability and stronger economic activity sustain vehicle demand despite persistent sup

E. coli bacteria found in water at railway stations, says CAG report

Government says it will install 20,000 'Tank to Tap' filtration systems as Railways launches measures to improve water quality, monitoring and ma

Technical Education Boost for Koraput: Minister Lays Hostel Foundation, Signs MoUs for Skills Training

In a significant step toward strengthening technical education and skill development in Odishas tribal-dominated Koraput district, Minister for I

Hanur shoot-out: Withdrawal of protest paves way for post-mortem

Sabari rail project delay leaves landowners in limbo

A section of the landowners, whose holdings have remained effectively frozen for nearly three decades, met Higher Education Minister Roji M. John

Energy solutions will be crucial for data centres: Krishna Jonnalagadda

Krishna Jonnalagadda believes power is the main constraint in building artificial intelligence data centres

Europe emerges top destination for India's electric car shipments in Q1

India's exports of electric motor cars surged in the first quarter of 2026-27, with export earnings rising sharply to $369 million from $22.2 mil

Maulana Sajid Rashidi Criticizes Congress for Political Exploitation of Muslims

New Delhi, August 16: Maulana Sajid Rashidi, President of the All India Imam Association, has raised questions about Sonia Gandhis stance on Vand

The origins of Indian liberalism

This important book overturns the assumption that Indian liberalism was merely derivative of western ideas

Three in four spacetech startups yet to raise equity capital: Tracxn data

Overall annual funding grew fivefold over four years, rising from $43 million across 12 rounds in 2021 to $200 million across 53 rounds in 2025

Monday breakfast made easy: Chef Kunal Kapur shares quick besan chilla recipe using a sandwich maker

Chef Kunal Kapur shared a quick recipe for besan chilla using a sandwich maker. This easy breakfast option is perfect for busy Monday mornings. T

Seven Tamil Nadu fishermen taken into custody near Krishnaparnam Port

The police also seized the boat they allegedly used to fish in the territorial waters of Andhra Pradesh

Video: One-year-old dies after falling from fourth-floor balcony in Surat

Video Oneyearold dies after falling from fourthfloor balcony in Surat

Rajbhar Challenges Akhileshs 2027 Government Claim, Suggests Next Birth Preparation

Azamgarh, August 16: UP government minister OP Rajbhar has sharply criticized Samajwadi Party (SP) chief Akhilesh Yadavs claim of forming a gover

Youth Missing at Thipakhol Waterfall in Nuapada During Bolbam Journey

A 25-year-old youth went missing on Sunday evening at the popular Thipakhol Pathabak tourist spot under Sinapali block in Nuapada district, Odish

IPS officer's 91-year-old mother found dead at home in UP, jewellery missing

IPS officers yearold mother found dead at home in UP jewellery missing

Call for Kalaburagi bandh seeking drought relief for farmers

Samyukta Horata Karnataka Samiti wants State govt. to declare the district drought-hit, take steps to address distress among farmers

EPFOs enrolment campaign operational till October 31

Drones take the field in Indian agriculture as services expand for farmers

Driven by on-demand models, startups and government programmes are making the tech accessible and affordable for farmers

Watch: Amit Shah attacks Sonia Gandhi over Vande Mataram row

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Sunday, August 16, 2026, accused the Congress of insulting the national song Vande Mataram during its Independen

One killed, four injured in Lexington park shooting; children among victims

One person died and four others sustained injuries in a park shooting incident. Police responded to reports of shots fired and discovered five vi

Vizhinjam port to commence full EXIM operations

The event also marks the formal transition of the port from a transhipment hub into what is being positioned as Indias most important commercial

E-commerce order volumes up 31% during Independence Day sales

The insights, derived between August 6 and 14, also revealed a 30% jump in total sales value, or gross merchandise value (GMV), compared to the s

Union Minister H.D. Kumaraswamy urges State government to take over NICE project; Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar says government will adhere to law

Union Ministers demand comes after the Karnataka High Court made certain observations on NICE road

Kollam KSRTC depot redevelopment kicks off

India Faces England After Dominating Wales in FIH Hockey World Cup

Amsterdam, August 16: After a commanding victory against Wales, the Indian mens hockey team is set to face England on Monday in the FIH Hockey Wo

NTA to hold UGC-NET exams again for English, Commerce and Sociology after 'multiple errors' in papers

The National Testing Agency (NTA) on Sunday announced re-examination of three University Grants Commission National Eligibility Test (UGC-NET) pa

Four arrested for killing Bidar man over goats damaging crops

Gen AI is rewriting how the world buys, spends as technology shapes choices

As the first cohort surrounded by AI and media from birth, Gen Alpha's tech fluency is intuitive and its consumption behaviour is different

Rs 6,400-crore IPO rush: 7 companies set to tap primary market next week

The IPO market anticipates a busy week with seven companies planning public offerings. These upcoming issues aim to collectively raise more than

Intellectual Naxal label an attempt to suppress dissent, alleges CPI(M)

He appeals to the intellectuals, democrats and political parties to condemn the attempt to criminalise dissent

Female teachers urged to lead fight for rights and better education

Passengers urge Salem Corporation to restore non-functional lifts and escalator at Old Bus Stand

German researchers used ordinary WiFi signals instead of cameras to identify people; the result turned everyday wireless networks into a powerful new way to recognize individuals with nearly 100% accuracy

WiFi signals can now do more than connect devices. Researchers showed that ordinary wireless networks can detect and identify people without came

Tragic Death of Volunteer

New Delhi, August 16: The tragic death of a volunteers father associated with the Fix the Schools campaign in West Bengal has drawn significant a

Malayalam varsity student launches protest over alleged cast discrimination

Anagha Sasi, a native of Kochi and research scholar in the Department of Environmental Studies at Thunchath Ezhuthachan Malayalam University, all

CM Mohan Charan Majhi to Tour Flood-Hit Bhadrak

Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi will undertake an on-the-spot inspection of flood-affected areas in Bhadrak and Jajpur districts on Mond

IMD predicts heavy rainfall in 5 districts, Yanam today

Cristiano Ronaldo hints at retirement: It will probably be my last year playing football

Cristiano Ronaldo hints at retirement It will probably be my last year playing football