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Centre holds national workshop to strengthen capacity-building under Jal Jeevan Mission 2.0

The consultation focuses on strengthening the content, pedagogy and field applicability of the modules, drawing on state and UT experiences and f

Magnitude 6.7 earthquake shakes Peru's southern Andes, USGS says

The earthquake was felt in several regions of southern Peru, including Ica and Arequipa

Ssunita says Govinda plans to marry rumoured girlfriend Komal Rani amid divorce row

Ssunita says Govinda plans to marry rumoured girlfriend Komal Rani amid divorce row

HC requests SIR appellate tribunal to decide Saudi resident

Kolkata: The Calcutta High Court on Thursday, August 20, requested the SIR appellate tribunal to decide an appeal by a man from West Bengal worki

West Asia LIVE: U.S. says it will impose 'toughest sanctions in history' on Iran

U.S. warned allies and China to join Mr. Trumps new campaign to isolate the Iranian economy, vowing that Washington would collapse this regime in

Bombay High Court refuses to condone 650-day delay in appeal against acquittal

A Single-Judge Bench of Justice Mahendra Nerlikar at the Nagpur seat imposed costs of 50,000 on the Anti Corruption Bureau, Yavatmal district, wh

Express train kills 4 workers carrying out weed-control work on tracks in Japan

IGEL Brings Now & Next Workspace & Endpoint Security Summit to Melbourne, Australia

IGEL Brings Now & Next Workspace & Endpoint Security Summit to Melbourne, Australia

NagaWorld Earns Great Place To Work Certification in 2026 with an Outstanding 97% Trust Index Score

NagaWorld Earns Great Place To Work Certification in 2026 with an Outstanding 97% Trust Index Score

Googles new AI for students; How a care crisis sparked EzyHelpers

Google Search lets students create customised practice quizzes, which draw on test-prep content via partnerships with education companies The Pri

Financial planning for founders: Preparing for growth, uncertainity and exit

Startup founders have to be willing to give moretime, capital, comfort and sometimes years of certaintyin the belief that the business will event

Do you often hold your pee? Here's what doctors want you to know

Do you often hold your pee Heres what doctors want you to know

Rains to continue: Monsoon will stay active across these places in India

Rains to continue Monsoon will stay active across these places in India

Aston Martin crash in Hyderabad: Who is Jana Sena Rajya Sabha MP Lingamaneni Ramesh' son Lingamaneni Sanjush?

The death of 26-year-old Bharati Mukhi in an Aston Martin crash outside Hyderabads Inorbit Mall has brought 21-year-old Lingamaneni Sanjush into

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Over 11.18 lakh permanent houses to be built in Bihar under PMAY-G, says Shivraj Singh Chouhan

The Grih Pravesh ceremony for 2.35 lakh Pradhan Mantri Awas units was completed in the 2026-27 financial year; house keys to beneficiaries and sa

South Korea's HD Hyundai Heavy says mulling US shipyard investment

South Korean shipbuilder HD Hyundai Heavy Industries Co Ltd said in a regulatory filing on Friday it is considering various measures for U.S. shi

AP Sanctions Rs.7,469 Crore HAM Push for Urban Infrastructure

Of the HAM capital component, 4,655.82 crore has been earmarked for roads and drains, 509.12 crore for parks, 247.28 crore for street lighting an

Madras HC Upholds Speakers Ruling on 21 AIADMK MLAs

The judges noted that the political party condoned the act of the members who continue to represent the AIADMK.

Six Indians aboard cargo ship carrying Turkish military weapons hijacked off Somalia coast

Six Indians were among the 10-member crew of a Cameroon-flagged cargo ship hijacked by pirates off Somalias Puntland coast earlier this week, acc

Black dust chokes lives in Visakhapatnam

For residents of the One Town area, pollution is no longer an occasional problem but an everyday reality, with black dust settling on homes, vehi

River Waters Thorniest Issue as South CMs Meet

The Karnataka Chief Minister said every drop of water from the Mekedatu project would help farmers in Tamil Nadu and Puducherry and requested Tam

China to be India's main long-term competitor, Pakistan remains terrorism threat: Naravane

Former Army chief General Manoj Naravane stated China will be India's main competitor. This competition will span political, economic, trade, and

US Aircraft Carrier Arrives in Middle East, Relieving Long-Deployed USS Lincoln

US Central Command, which oversees military operations in the Middle East, said on social media that the carrier arrived in the region Wednesday.

Economic pressure a 'delicate dance' against Iran, most effective tool: JD Vance

US-Iran war: United States Vice President JD Vance emphasized that applying economic pressure constitutes Washington's strongest measure against

Manifesting Modis mantra in Muzaffarnagar

Cultivating harmony in the sugarcane bowl, philanthropist Ameer Ahamed empowers Muslim youth by anchoring modern education in theological values

Buzzing stocks: Welspun Corp, Leapfrog, Rane (Madras), Niva Bupa, RailTel Corp, Walchandnagar, KIMS

Key stock updates: Welspun Corps historic order, Leapfrogs PLC contract, and significant moves by Rane, Niva Bupa, and others

In Pulwama, cricket heals wounds of the past

Nightlife has been a dream for the turmoil-hit district. However, cricket in the past two years has acted as a healing process for locals.

Congress MLAs boycott first days proceedings at Rajasthan Assembly monsoon session

The Congress MLAs staged a dharna outside the Assembly, protesting school entry restrictions and demanding Education Minister Madan Dilawars resi

Bombay High Court halts plan to convert Bandra football ground into convention centre

The court directed the civic body to refrain from taking further steps until September 18, noting that open spaces for outdoor sports must be pre

UN Security Council tests contenders in race for next secretary-general

The Security Council will hold another straw poll Friday for UN leadership contenders. Costa Rica's Rebeca Grynspan led the first informal vote a

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When an Indian sword became a metaphor for Prophet Muhammad

When an Indian sword became a metaphor for Prophet Muhammad

Rajya Sabha member's son in soup after Aston Martin crash kills woman in Hyderabad

Madhapur police booked Lingamaneni Sanjush, son of MP Lingamaneni Ramesh, for rash driving. His Aston Martin allegedly killed a 26-year-old mall

Nancy Kissinger, widow of ex US Secretary of State Henry Kissinger, dies at 92 in Connecticut

Nancy Kissinger, the beloved spouse of former US Secretary of State Henry Kissinger, has sadly passed away at the age of 92 in her Connecticut re

Piyush Goyal pitches Singapore as springboard for Indias agri-food exports

Indian ministers promoted agricultural exports in Singapore through a special roadshow event. This initiative aims to expand Indian farmers' and

BJP MLA Jai Devi Kaushal alleges caste discrimination at Uttar Pradesh temple event

The MLA urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath to take notice of the incident.

'Let's understand them': Ex-Army Chief Gen Naravane's message on Gen Z in Pune

Two feared dead after soil collapses at under-construction hospital in Punjab's Mohali

Rescue operations are underway after soil collapsed at an under-construction private hospital. Two labourers were rescued and sent to the hospita

Jharkhand student leader accuses government of backtracking after High Court stay on JPSC exam cancellation

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Economic Pressure a Delicate Dance Against Iran, Most Effective Tool: JD Vance

The ministry also said the US government and those responsible for the policy would bear responsibility for its consequences.

How Red Balloon Aerospace is building Indias near-space infrastructure

Founded by former Skyroot Aerospace executive CVS Kiran, the spacetech startup is developing platforms for communications, disaster response, rem

Canada, US very close to trade deal as tariff deadline looms

Canada and the United States are very close to agreeing a trade deal. This agreement could help reduce months of tariffs and counter duties. More

New SIM Rule: SIM card rules are changing from August 24, if the limit is crossed then the number will be closed, strict order of DoT

DoT New SIM Rules: If you have more than 9 SIMs in your name, you will not get a new SIM card. Apart from this, if someone crosses the limit, his

Sensex today | Stock Market Live: Stock to buy today: DCM Shriram(1,076)

Sensex, Nifty, Share Prices LIVE: The stock of DCM Shriram has been consolidating since early June. That is, it has been oscillating between 980

Jailed Pakistan ex-PMImran Khan moved to hospital after court order, his party says

Former Prime Minister Imran Khan has been shifted from Adiala Jail to Shifa International Hospital in Islamabad following Supreme Court order, co

Imran Khan, Pakistan's jailed former PM, shifted to Islamabad hospital after Supreme Court order

Pakistan's former Prime Minister Imran Khan was shifted to a hospital in Islamabad in wee hours of Friday, amid concerns over this health. The de

Awarapan 2 crosses Rs 150 crore worldwide; check its India box office collection on Thursday

Awarapan 2 has continued its strong run at the box office and has now crossed the Rs 150 crore mark worldwide. The Emraan Hashmi and Disha Patani

Jailed Pakistan Ex-PM Khan Moved to Hospital on Court Order

Khan's party and family have demanded that he should be allowed to stay at the hospital.

Indian Man Declared Bankrupt In Singapore Over Unpaid Wages To 400 Workers

Ramu Palani Velu is a director of seven local companies providing air-conditioning, plumbing and building services, including KPA Engineering, SK

Teen drops landmark social media addiction case against Meta, Google, Snap

A 15-year-old girl dropped her lawsuit against Meta, Google, and Snap Inc. She had alleged social media addiction and mental health issues. Her a

Two killed and two injured in soil collapse at Mohali hospital site

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Rybakina retires from Cincinnati clash with Swiatek

Rybakina's injury coming 10 days before the U.S. Open begins sends Swiatek into a Cincinnati semi-final with third-seeded Jessica Pegula, who d

Heavy Rain Update: Alert of stormy rain in 23 states in the next 8 hours, wind speed of 80; IMD update released

Weather Update: Amidst the stormy pace of monsoon in the country, the Meteorological Department has issued another troubling alert. According to

Rahul Gandhi asks Congress to monitor party netas' social media stands

US sends 2,300 deported Mexicans through Guatemala, testing Mexico ties

Guatemala reports receiving nearly 2,300 deported Mexicans from the United States this year. These individuals are flown to Guatemala and then tr

ISRO's Former Chief S Somnath Appointed To RBI Board

S Somnath, former chairman of the Indian Space Research Organisation (Isro), was on Thursday appointed to the central board of the Reserve Bank.

88% retail investors lost money in F&O trading in FY26: Sebi

In FY26, an alarming trend emerged in India's equity derivatives market, with nearly 90% of traders facing financial losses. Retail participation

Morning Digest: Amit Shah calls for early resolution of water issues in South India; U.S. pushes allies, China to back Trumps economic war on Iran and more

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SC faults UP Gangsters Act, says it is prone to misuse

Questions Gang Charts, Prolonged Detention Without Defined Offence

Donald Trump expands Cuba crackdown as islands economy plunges deeper into crisis

The Trump administration is increasing economic penalties on Cuban industries. New sanctions target mining, metal, and construction companies, an

New York Jets Owner Woody Johnson Acquires Stake in F1 Team Aston Martin

In addition to his controlling interest in the NFL club, Johnson owns a stake in Premier League soccer club Crystal Palace .

Five years after Taliban takeover, life in Afghanistan marred by many struggles

While the Taliban have retained power, a weak economy, suffocating restrictions on women, international isolation and growing tensions with Pakis

Jailed former Pakistan PM Imran Khan moved to Islamabad hospital after Supreme Court order

Former Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan was moved to a hospital in Islamabad. This transfer followed a Supreme Court order and a long-standing

Awarapan 2 box office Day 7: Emraan Hashmi's run hits first speed bump, dips 11%

Awarapan box office Day Emraan Hashmis run hits first speed bump dips

Joe Root scripts history, becomes first player to achieve this feat

In a groundbreaking achievement, Joe Root has scored 3,000 runs as captain in the World Test Championship, marking a historic moment during Engla

SEBI gives big relief to foreign investors: Digital PoA approved for custodians, FPI onboarding process simplified

SEBI has simplified the onboarding process for foreign portfolio investors (FPIs), allowing them to now submit a digitally signed power of attorn

Morning Brief Podcast: Indias Costly Crude Problem

Quote of the Day by Jamie Dimon: Some of your success will be how you deal with the... Inspiring life lesson on navigating failure, career setbacks, emotional processing, and personal accountability, exploring why permitting temporary grief is a necessary pitstop on the path to enduring achievement by the JPMorgan Chase CEO

Quote of the Day by Jamie Dimon: Some of your success will be how you deal with the failure... challenges the idea that resilience means staying

Best of BS Opinion: RBI rate hike only a matter of time as inflation looms

Today's opinion pieces examine the RBI's policy outlook, weaknesses in public examinations, state capacity, India's infrastructure financing gap

UPSC CSE Mains 2026 from today; check reporting time, exam centre guidelines

The Union Public Service Commission, UPSC CSE Mains 2026 will be held from today, August 21. UPSC CSE Mains is scheduled to be held daily in two

'Shocked': Kangana reacts to Sharmila Tagore's 'Vande Mataram' comment

The conversation surrounding the religious undertones of Vande Mataram has reignited. Esteemed actress Sharmila Tagore voiced her apprehensions r

Canada premier calls Trump bad person, urges Ottawa not to cave in trade talks

Canadian provincial leaders express strong criticism of President Donald Trump. They urge Canada to resist making further concessions in ongoing

PM Meets Japanese Defence Minister, Stresses On Boosting India-Japan Ties

During the meeting, PM Modi recalled his detailed discussions with Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi during her visit to India for the 16th

Quote of the day by Emma Watson, 'All I can do is follow my instincts, because I'll never please everyone' shows psychology of confident, unapologetic person, offers wisdom self-belief, confidence, identity, self-worth

Quote of the day by Emma Watson provides a timeless reminder about authenticity, confidence, and the importance of trusting yourself. No matter h

US to impose toughest sanctions in history on Iran, Scott Bessent says

United States Treasury chief Scott Bessent announced unprecedented sanctions against Iran. These stringent measures aim to avoid significant new

In F&O space, big boys profit at retail's expense: Sebi study

Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel presents AI and finance vision at World Bank meeting

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Remembering Ustad Bismillah Khan: The Shahnai Virtuoso Who Redefined Music

New Delhi, August 21: On this day, August 21, 2006, the world lost a voice that transformed the shahnai from a mere musical instrument into a glo

ET Startup Awards: Nominees for Startup of the Year

Chinese visa impact hits Indian physical AI startups

US Says It Will Impose Toughest Sanctions In History On Iran

Bessent told CNBC he would share more details on the latest package and alk about exactly what we're going to do on Iran at a press conference o

Quote of the day by Usain Bolt, 'Manners is the key thing. Say, for instance, when you're growing up, you're walking down the street, you've got to tell everybody good morning. Everybody. You can't pass one person' offers timeless life advice, wisdom on respect, behavior, human nature, learning humility

Quote of the day by Usain Bolt offers a timeless reminder that manners are among the simplest ways to demonstrate respect. Saying good morning ma

Narwhal tusk mystery unraveled: Hidden double spiral gives it strength and stability

The discovery reveals how an unusual dental structure may give narwhals a remarkably strong and stable tusk despite its extraordinary length

'Awarapan 2' day 7: Rs 113cr week 1, 151% ROI, declared a hit

Emraan Hashmi's 'Awarapan 2' has emerged as a blockbuster sensation, raking in over 113 crore rupees in just one week. Leveraging the buzz of the

Indian National On FBI's Most Wanted' List Over Lawrence Bishnoi Gang Links

Kamal is wanted for his alleged involvement in a transnational criminal organisation engaged in conspiracy to interfere with commerce by extortio

Gors J&K remarks major diplomatic success: BJP

Srinagar, Aug 20:Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leaders on Thursday welcomed US Ambassador to India Sergio Gors remarks describing Jammu and Kashmi

Foreign dignitaries J&K visits became curated after 2019: Mehbooba

Srinagar, Aug 20:People's Democratic Party (PDP) President and former chief minister Mehbooba Mufti on Thursday said there was no need to take th

The new kingmakers: Crypto, AI and betting firms drive record spending in 2026 US midterms

New political money is challenging Washingtons traditional corporate power brokers as emerging industries seek influence over regulation and elec