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Former U.S. President Bidens cancer has spread, its very painful, says son

In May 2025, just four months after he left office as the oldest sitting President, Joe Biden revealed he had been diagnosed with an aggressive f

Arjun Ayanki arrested in Kannur after days long police search

The arrest was made by a police team led by the Northern Range Deputy Inspector General; Arjun Ayanki allegedly attempted to flee when the police

Iran releases new video of Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei amid reports of critical health

As uncertainty continues over Mojtaba Khamenei's whereabouts, the Iranian media has released a short and undated video of the Supreme Leader that

How digital ecosystems are influencing student career decisions

As social media shapes ambition, educational institutions must teach students to separate reels and trends from true calling

Watch: Venky Atluri interview: On Suriyas Vishwanath & Sons and portraying age-gap romance

In this interview, director Venky Atluri discusses his National Award-winning writing for Lucky Baskhar, his new film Vishwanath & Sons, Suriyas

Wildfire Forces 20,000 Evacuations in British Columbia

Winds fanned the Bald Range wildfire to grow rapidly late Friday, pushing flames into the Summerland area and affecting communities throughout th

Morning Digest: More than 1.5 crore names deleted in third phase of SIR so far; U.S. Vice-President Vance dials PM Modi, and more

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L Maipak announces candidature

Lairenjam Maipak Singh on Saturday announced his candidature for the upcoming Manipur Assembly Election 2027 from Langthabal Assembly Constituenc

Modern College celebrates 64th Foundation Day

Modem College, Porompat celebrated its 64th Foundation Day cum Annual Merit Award distribution today at the Multipurpose Hall of the college The

Music Workshop wraps up

The fifteen day Music Workshop organised by Rhythms of Manipur with support from the Department of Art and Culture under Chief Ministergee Artist

Vidarbhas farm widows who refuse to remarry

UP schools will be closed on Monday at 12:15 pm, order for half day

The Uttar Pradesh government has issued necessary instructions regarding schools across the state. Due to Kanwar Yatra, schools in the state will

NMMSS Scholarship 2026-27: Registration starts for NMMSS Scholarship, apply till 31st August

NMMSS Scholarship 2026-27: The objective of the National Means-cum-Merit Scholarship Scheme is to provide financial assistance to meritorious stu

You will get a lifetime pension of Rs 50,000, you will have to invest in this scheme!

Many government schemes are run by the government, so that financial assistance can be provided to the poor and middle class. Also, they can be m

Parliamentary panel calls for integrated security system at J&K tourist destinations

Srinagar, Aug 8:A parliamentary committee has recommended the establishment of an integrated security and surveillance system covering all major

Gen Z is a force that cant be ignored: Dharmendra Pradhan

Watch: Russia oil buyers face 100% U.S. tariffs under new Senate bill

The U.S. Senate has passed a bill that could allow President Donald Trump to impose 100% tariffs on countries that are among the biggest buyers o

NEET doesnt need more security. It needs a better design

RBI changes rules for these banks, providing relief in home loans and curbing fraud

Home Loan Alert: The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has proposed changes in the rules related to loan giving and risk for rural cooperative banks. T

Uttarakhand CM raises Tilu Rauteli Award honorarium to Rs 75,000 and Anganwadi award to Rs 61,000

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CM Rekha Gupta attends Teej Mahotsav at Dilli Haat to promote

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Rains lash J&K, wet spell likely to continue till Aug 17

Srinagar, Aug 8:Light to moderate rain lashed parts of Jammu and Kashmir on Saturday as the Meteorological Department (MeT) forecast a wet spell

J&K highways battered by landslides, cloudbursts in 2025-26: Centre

Srinagar, Aug 8:Jammu and Kashmirs National Highway corridors faced repeated landslides, cloudbursts, and heavy rainfall-related disruptions in 2

Bihar government orders probe into viral video of an injured man plastered with splint cardboard sheet

In a video, which went viral on social media on August 6, a young man, Kunal Kumar, was seen writhing in pain while lying on a hospital bed with

Amarnath Yatra suspended from Jammu amid inclement weather, decline in pilgrim arrivals

Officials said the administration is monitoring the situation and will review the movement of pilgrims based on the weather and the condition of

U.P. Opposition alleges police rowdy under BJP after row over Rampur SP remarks on cow slaughter

The SP said that that those involved in such practices are either scoundrels and not true Muslims, adding that teaching them a lesson is his job

The story of South Indian filter coffee

What goes into the making of the perfect cup of filter coffee?

Deadline passes, posters stay put on Ernakulam Collectorate walls

Five notice boards installed after service organisations agreed to use a common space for campaign materials; NGO Union says a single display poi

Kochi Water Metro set to boost service frequency with 15 new ferries

New vessels to improve connectivity to Edakochi, Kadamakudy, Kumbalam, and Thevara; peak-hour ferry frequency on the High CourtFort Kochi and Vyt

About 1.35 million U.S. residents gets infected by Salmonella bacteria but this time outbreak across 27 states including Minnesota, Colorado is not linked to traditional sources like cucumbers, eggs, unpasteurized milk

Salmonella bacteria cause about 1.35 million infections in the United States every year, and outbreaks have been tied to sources such as cucumber

EPFO, officers' body contest claims about new IT system

Student leader warns of large Jharkhand protest over JPSC-JSSC demands

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Quote of the day by Katy Perry,'I pray for humility, honestly, because it's very easy to be caught up in this world' shows timeless lesson on quiet strength of humility in social media driven society that demands attention, teaches inspirational life-philosophy

Quote of the day by Katy Perry on humility is a reminder to protect the person we are becoming while pursuing the life we desire. Ambition and hu

Four killed in helicopter crash in Rio de Janeiro

The helicopter went down in Tijuca National Park, a mountainside forest with very dense vegetation

In 1975 Hollywood blockbuster movie Jaws sharks sent chills down audience spine, now U.S. scientists bet big on giant sea-ocean animal for accurate hurricane predictions

Hurricane warning alert: If the project succeeds, the data collected by sharks could help improve forecasts of how strong hurricanes will be as t

US Vice President JD Vance calls PM Modi to discuss boosting ties

Government appoints 30 judges to high courts of Calcutta, MP, Karnataka, Madras

Scientists used low-frequency household noise to uncover a hidden environmental health threat; the result revealed that everyday hums may damage kidneys, changing how we view modern noise pollution

The larger lesson may be that environmental health risks are not always the loudest or most visible ones. Modern life has filled homes, offices,

Jharkhand Student Organizations Demand Swift Appointments for Backlog Positions

Ranchi, August 9: Discussions between the government and various student organizations in Jharkhand are ongoing regarding their demands. Led by M

Proposed MDR for UPI transactions will be nominal, says government

Pappu Yadav Criticizes Government for Rising Violence Against Women

Purnia, August 9: Purnia MP Rajesh Ranjan, popularly known as Pappu Yadav, has voiced his concerns regarding the treatment of women in recent pro

Rahul Gandhi Addresses Students in Prayagraj, Criticizes Government on Employment Issues

Prayagraj, August 9: Opposition leader Rahul Gandhi visited Prayagraj on Saturday, targeting both the central and Uttar Pradesh governments durin

Government spending on education below Unesco's 15% standard

PCA Appoints Amit Uniyal as Head Coach for Senior Mens Team

New Delhi, August 9: The Punjab Cricket Association (PCA) has made significant administrative changes ahead of the 2026/27 domestic season, appoi

Kadapa Youth Dies In Road Accident In Us

Dileep had travelled to the US about five months ago in search of a software job

Major Reshuffle in Chhattisgarh Forest Department: 24 IFS Officers Transferred

Raipur, August 9: The Chhattisgarh government has executed a significant administrative reshuffle within the Forest Department, transferring 24 I

Gwalior Police Uncover Jewelry Store Theft, Arrest Four Suspects

Bhopal, August 9: In a significant breakthrough, police in Gwalior have arrested four suspects involved in a jewelry store theft that occurred on

6 years after NDA exit, Punjab's SAD backs delimitation push

Shivani Swims To Gold At Nationals

Shivani finished first with a timing of 4 minutes 48.47 seconds ahead of Keralas Indraany Menon (4:40.18) and Karnatakas Idika Bhat (4:49.57)

Deputy CM Arun Saw Emphasizes Quality and Timeliness in Bilaspur Meeting

Bilaspur, August 9: Chhattisgarhs Deputy Chief Minister Arun Saw held a review meeting with officials in Bilaspur. He stressed the need for a for

YSRCP to hold statewide rallies on August 10 against DSC irregularities

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Tripura CM Manik Saha reviews power sector and infrastructure projects

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Thousands Attend Funeral of Atiq Ahmads Son in Prayagraj

Prayagraj, August 9: The funeral of 21-year-old Aban, son of the late Atiq Ahmad, took place on Saturday evening at the Kasari-Masari cemetery, n

Social Butterfly primed to deliver again

Controversy Erupts Over Freedom Quiz in Kerala Schools

Thiruvananthapuram, August 9: Keralas General Education Minister N. Shamsuddin has directed the General Education Director to conduct a thorough

Wissa & Toure star as Jaissle wins first Newcastle friendly - ratings

Newcastle United forward Yoane Wissa scores twice in a 2-1 win against Valencia in Matthias Jaissle's first game in charge - but how did the Magp

MCA Honors Dilip Sardesai with Commemorative Gate at Wankhede Stadium

Mumbai, August 9: On the occasion of the birthday of legendary Indian cricketer Dilip Sardesai, the Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) unveiled a c

Quote of the day by Sara Teasdale, 'I make the most of all that comes and the least of all that goes' teaches life lessons wisdom, meaning, purpose, personal growth, shows psychology of happiness, inner peace, living fully

Quote of the day by Sara Teasdale is a philosophy of balance, acceptance, and conscious living. We cannot control everything that arrives, nor ca

Letters to The Editor August 8, 2026

Chhattisgarh Christian Forum office-bearer arrested for objectionable social media post

The complaint was filed by Amit Chimnani, a spokesperson of the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party

Delhi Police Conducts Joint Anti-Terrorism Exercise Suraksha Shakti-V

New Delhi, August 9: The Delhi Police Special Cell (SWAT), along with district police units from New Delhi, Central, North, East, South, South We

Assam govt hails efforts of Indian Army

Kolkata, Aug 8 (IANS) The efforts by the 134 Ecological Task Force (ETF) of the Indian Armys Eastern Command were lauded by the Assam Forest Mini

Mizoram steps up efforts to promote Mizo handloom, handicrafts in national, global markets

New Delhi/Aizawl, Aug 8 (IANS) The Mizoram government has undertaken a series of initiatives to promote the states products, particularly handloo

Three months of preparation yet thin crowd: Rajbhar mocks Rahuls event in Prayagraj

Ambedkar Nagar, Aug 8 (IANS) Uttar Pradesh Cabinet Minister Om Prakash Rajbhar on Saturday slammed the Congress over party leader Rahul Gandhis C

Three contractual nursing staff in Jaipur end protest after assurances of discussion by Raj govt

Jaipur, Aug 8 (IANS) Three contractual nursing staff members, who had climbed a nearly 90-foot-high water tank in Jaipur to press for their recru

Barcelona mourn passing of Jorge Messi, pay tribute to Lionel Messi

New Delhi, Aug 8 (IANS) Barcelona have paid tribute to Jorge Messi, the father of club legend Lionel Messi, following his death at the age of 68

Brajesh Pathak, Sanjay Nishad slam Rahul

Lucknow, Aug 8 (IANS) Uttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Brajesh Pathak on Saturday launched a sharp attack on Congress leader Rahul Gandhi over

US Vice President Vance dials PM Modi, discusses strategic partnership

New Delhi, Aug 8 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday received a phone call from the US Vice-President JD Vance; both discussed ways t

Over 63.5 Lakh Votes Marked For Deletion In Telangana

Hyderabad district, with 15 Assembly constituencies, has over 14 lakh votes close to 30 per cent in the ASDD category out of total of 47,36,669

Pappu Yadav Claims Attack on Neha Bora Was Pre-Planned, Criticizes Government on Womens Safety

Patna, August 9: Rajesh Ranjan, known as Pappu Yadav, a Member of Parliament from Purnia, has made serious allegations regarding an attack agains

Aviation expert calls for independent DGCA instead of new Civil Aviation Authority

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CM Forms Committee Over Bidadi Township Project

The Committee will conduct a comprehensive look into various aspects of the Bidadi Township Project and make recommendations to the State Governm

The entire matter is suspicious, says Rahul Gandhi on E20

Amit Shahs absent from Parliament?: Rijiju rejects Oppositions charge

Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju said there was no direction from the Chair for Home Minister Amit Shah to be present in the Rajya Sab

Domestic Tourism in China Reaches 3.463 Billion Trips in First Half of 2026

Beijing, August 9: According to the Ministry of Culture and Tourism of China, domestic tourism activities in the country saw a significant increa

Kumarswamy Wants State Governament To Take Over Nice Project

The Union Minister alleged the land acquired for BMIC is for purposes beyond the original scope of the project and stated When I was the Chief Mi

Pilgrim rush, slow traffic: Delhi residents navigate daily life

Snake-Bite Victims To Get Antidote In 108 Ambulance

The initiative is aimed at ensuring that snake-bite victims receive life-saving treatment during the crucial golden hour. The move follows 3,104

Punjab CM Appeals for 10-Day Parole for Jagat Singh Hawara

Chandigarh, August 9: Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann has written to Governor Gulab Chand Kataria, requesting a 10-day parole for Jagat

Remembering Shivpujan Sahay: A Literary Luminary

New Delhi, August 9: Shivpujan Sahay, born on August 9, 1893, in Unwans village of Bhojpur district, is celebrated as a significant figure in Hin

Kumaraswamy Urges Drivers to Boycott Toll on NICE Road Amid Allegations of Irregularities

Bengaluru, August 9: Central Minister and Janata Dal (Secular) leader H.D. Kumaraswamy has called on drivers to refrain from paying tolls on the

Uddhav Thackeray Slams PM Modi Over Rebel MPs Meeting

Referring to the crackdown on recent youth and student-led demonstrations, Mr. Thackeray said the protests received international attention but t

Even Seven Years After the Abrogation of Article 370, the Situation in Kashmir Remains Out of Control

Opposition Criticizes Punjab Governments MBBS Fee Hike, Calls It Unfair to Students and Families

Chandigarh, August 9: A political controversy has erupted in Punjab over the state governments decision to increase MBBS fees. Senior leader of t

SIR Flags 62,219 ASDD Entries In Adilabad, Boath

Digitalisation of enumeration forms in the constituency has reached 83.98 per cent, with ASDD entries accounting for 14.88 per cent of the forms

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Four days of rain swell drains in Delhi; 18-year-old feared swept away

Youth was on his way home, say police; Safdarjung records 98.7 mm in 24 hours, third-highest August rainfall since 2011 though waterlogging, traf

Congress Rally in Prayagraj Falls Short, Questions Raised by Om Prakash Rajbhar

Mumbai, August 9: In a sharp response to the Congress event Students Echo led by Rahul Gandhi in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh Cabinet Minister Om Pra

Congress Plagued By Differences Within Senior Leaders In Asifabad District

A senior Congress leader of Asifabad said it is unfortunate that some senior party leaders are indulging in character assassination of their oppo