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The Inspiring Journey of Dashrath Manjhi: The Mountain Man Who Carved a Road Through a Mountain

New Delhi, August 16: In a small village in Bihar, surrounded by rocky hills and vast isolation, lived a man who refused to accept that geography

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Won't live much longer: Fasting Jharkhand student slams govt ahead of stir 2.0

Wont live much longer Fasting Jharkhand student slams govt ahead of stir

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Students in Ranchi Shift Protest Tactics, Announce Effigy Burning Against Government

Ranchi, August 16: The ongoing student protests against alleged irregularities in the JPSC-JSSC examinations have entered their 23rd day. On Sund

Eighty years ago today, Calcutta burned. But India didn't heed the warning

Eighty years ago today Calcutta burned But India didnt heed the warning

Aurovilles kilns go cold as soaring LPG prices leave pottery piling up

Aurovilles pottery community is struggling with higher LPG and wood costs following the Iran war. Potters are rationing kiln firings, changing pr

Heavy Rain Forecast for Four Districts in Northern Tamil Nadu

Chennai, August 16: The Regional Meteorological Centre has predicted heavy rainfall in four northern districts of Tamil Nadu, including Chengalpa

Patanjali Foods Q1 results: Profit rises 86% to 336 cr

Total income rose to 11,341.89 crore during the first quarter of this fiscal.

IMD forecasts heavy rain across India as monsoon activity remains strong

The IMD has forecast widespread rainfall across several regions over the coming days, with heavy to extremely heavy rain likely in parts of Odish

India beat Wales 3-1 in Hockey World Cup opener; Harmanpreet Singh scores twice

India opened their FIH Mens Hockey World Cup 2026 campaign in style, defeating Wales 3-1 in their Pool D opener at the Wagener Stadium in Amstelv

US Consulate visa applications flag passport fraud in Hyderabad

Hyderabad: A man landed in trouble after his multiple US visa applications at the consulate in Hyderabad exposed alleged passport fraud. The accu

Body of Former West Bengal Deputy Speaker Ashish Banerjee Found in Office

Kolkata, August 16: The body of Ashish Banerjee, a senior politician and former MLA of the Trinamool Congress in West Bengal, was discovered on S

Indian athletics team to have camp in Japan ahead of Asian Games

In June, Sports Authority of India signed an MoU with the University of Tsukuba to facilitate participation of Indian athletes, coaches, and spor

'Zameen, aasmaan, paataal': NSA Ajit Doval recalls PM Modi's message that shaped Operation Sindoor

Prime Minister Narendra Modi had given a clear directive that perpetrators of the 2025 Pahalgam attack that left 26 people, mostly tourists, dead

CBI re-registers BSP leader Armstrong murder case

Investigators visit scene of crime in Perambur

Struggling to maintain the shine of your cast aluminum furniture? Here are few tips to guide you to retain fresh look and renew its sheen

Cast aluminum furniture offers durability and modern design for various spaces. Regular cleaning prevents dullness and protects the furniture's s

Qatar Denies Claims of Detaining Iranian Pilots Amid Regional Tensions

Doha, August 16: Qatar has dismissed allegations regarding the detention of Iranian pilots. Amid ongoing diplomatic efforts to reduce regional te

Sonia, Rahul Disrespected Vande Mataram: MP CM Yadav; Seeks Apology

Several BJP leaders also accused Sonia Gandhi of objecting to the singing of the full version of Vande Mataram at the event, a charge that the Co

IND vs SL, 1st Test Day 2: Padikkal, Pant to resume India charge in Galle

IND vs SL st Test Day Padikkal Pant to resume India charge in Galle

US or China: Washington to tell partners they must pick sides in AI race

Letters to be sent to 35 AI coalition members; recipients to include Kazakhstan, only known member of both US and Chinese coalitions and a source

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Devastating Wildfire in Belgium Consumes 2,000 Hectares of Land

Brussels, August 16: A massive wildfire in Belgium has caused widespread panic, engulfing approximately 2,000 hectares of land. Authorities repor

Former Bengal deputy speaker found hanging at TMC office

Rampurhat: Former deputy speaker of West Bengal Assembly, Ashis Banerjee, was found hanging at a TMC party office in Birbhum district on Sunday m

Messi Misses Penalty, Fumes At Referee As Nashville Hammer Inter Miami

Messi's record from the penalty spot is poor by his sky-high standards, including missing twice at the World Cup.

Quarrel over funeral expenses leads to murder in Hyderabad

Hyderabad: A dispute between two brothers over their fathers funeral expenses led to a murder in Hyderabads Saroornagar on Saturday, August 15. T

Indian Mens Hockey Team Faces England in World Cup Showdown

New Delhi, August 16: The FIH Hockey World Cup 2026 has kicked off, co-hosted by Belgium and the Netherlands from August 15 to 30. The Indian men

Modi pays tribute to Atal Bihari Vajpayee on death anniversary

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday paid tribute to former prime minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee on his death anniversary and said he

Former Bengal Deputy Speaker Ashis Banerjee Found Dead at TMC Office

The exact circumstances leading to his death are yet to be ascertained

Rescue ops continue after Indonesia quake kills 47, injures over 100

Searchers dug through collapsed buildings and landslide debris Sunday in eastern Indonesia as they searched for bodies and possible survivors a d

North Koreas Kim, Russias Putin reaffirm ties on Korean Liberation Day

The North Korean leader expressed hope for the future of ties that had carried forward the history of common struggle for justice and precious tr

Tragic Accident in Karnal: One Dead and Over 20 Injured in High-Voltage Wire Incident

Karnal, August 16: A tragic incident occurred in Karnal district of Haryana late Sunday night. A canter filled with devotees came into contact wi

Hamas chief heads to Cairo for talks ahead of Kushner visit

We continue to await pressure from the mediators and the U.S. side on Netanyahu and his government to compel him to abide by the roadmap, said Ha

Sonia, Rahul Gandhi disrespected Vande Mataram: MP CM Yadav; seeks apology

Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav accused senior Congress leaders of insulting the national song Vande Mataram. He demanded an apology fr

'Extraordinary statesman': President Murmu, PM Modi pay tribute to Vajpayee on his death anniversary

Novak Djokovic struggles in heat, vomiting before shock Cincinnati Open defeat

Novak Djokovic struggles in heat vomiting before shock Cincinnati Open defeat

Is Netanyahu headed for setback in Israel election? No Trump endorsement raises eyebrows

Rare Conjunction of Nag Panchami and Third Monday of Sawan on August 17

New Delhi, August 16: The Hindu calendar, or Panchang, holds significant importance in Hinduism. It is consulted before undertaking auspicious ac

Indiana floods kill at least 6 as severe storms trigger record river levels

Shah Rukh Khan, Ajay Devgn, Tiger Shroff Issued Notices Over 'Vimal Elaichi' Ad

Jharkhand student protest: Don't think I will survive much longer, Prem Nayak on hunger strike alleges Govt apathy

Jharkhand recruitment aspirants plan to intensify their protest over alleged irregularities in JPSC and JSSC examinations, with student leaders a

Asish Banerjee, ex-Bengal deputy speaker, found hanging at Trinamool office

Asish Banerjee exBengal deputy speaker found hanging at Trinamool office

8th Pay Commission: Final Report by May 2027, Basic Pay Decision Yet to Be Made

The 8th Pay Commission has completed nine months since its formation, but no recommendation has yet been received regarding the fitment factor or

Enzo Fernandez booed by Chelsea supporters after transfer drama

Enzo Fernandez booed by Chelsea supporters after transfer drama

Former Bengal deputy speaker Asish Banerjee found hanging at TMC office

Ashis Banerjee, former deputy speaker of West Bengal assembly, was found dead. His body was discovered hanging at a Trinamool Congress office in

Ashis Banerjee, former Bengal Dy Speaker, found hanging at TMC office

Former TMC MLA Ashis Banerjee was found hanging at a party office. Police sources reported the discovery on Sunday morning in Birbhum district. A

Leaders Pay Tribute to Swami Ramakrishna Paramahamsa on His Death Anniversary

New Delhi, August 16: On the death anniversary of the revered saint, spiritual guru, and thinker Swami Ramakrishna Paramahamsa, leaders across th

Flores earthquake toll hits 47 as rescuers race through landslides

Flores earthquake toll hits as rescuers race through landslides

'Toxic' star Yash addresses Rashmika Mandanna's 'Mr Showoff' remark

Yash revisited a 2017 comment by Rashmika Mandanna on a TV show. He explained that opinions do not define his personality or career. Yash stated

Asish Banerjee, former Bengal Assembly Deputy Speaker, found dead at TMC office in Birbhum

Asish Banerjee, former Bengal Assembly Deputy Speaker, found dead at TMC office in Birbhum

Operation Sindoor exposed limits of Pakistan's nuclear deterrence: Report

Iran Warns France Against Interference in Internal Affairs

Tehran, August 16: Irans Ministry of Intelligence has issued a warning to the French government regarding illegal interference in Irans internal

Always proud: Kim Jong Un hails Russia ties in message to Putin

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un and Russian President Vladimir Putin have reaffirmed their close relationship. Their countries are actively coope

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Asish Banerjee, Ex Bengal Deputy Speaker, Found Dead At Trinamool Office

Asish Banerjee served as deputy speaker when Trinamool head Mamata Banerjee was chief minister. He was a five-time MLA from Rampurhat

PM Modi pays tribute to Atal Vihari Vajpayee on death anniversary

Prime Minister Narendra Modi remembered former prime minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee. He called Vajpayee an extraordinary statesman with remarkable

80th Independence Day: Britain still owes India an honest reckoning, not silence

th Independence Day Britain still owes India an honest reckoning not silence

Can reputation of a celebrity be inherited, asks HC

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Schooldays, punishments and the red stage

Schools have beem encouraged to adopt more constructive and child-friendly approaches to discipline

TiHAN-IIT Hyderabad Launches 6-Month AI Course; Check Details

TiHAN at IIT Hyderabad offers a six-month online AI and ML certification course with no prior coding needed.

World shunning globalisation, need strong manufacturing base: PM Modi

Life-threatening conditions: Hurricane Lala hits Hawaii, leaves 42,000 without power

Life-threatening conditions: Hurricane Lala hits Hawaii, leaves 42,000 without power

Mitchell Starc, Mehidy Hasan Miraz clash: What happened during Darwin Test moment? Check viral video here

Mitchell Starc and Mehidy Hasan Miraz had a tense exchange during a Test match. Miraz ran through the protected pitch area, drawing an umpire's w

DAE notifies draft rules mandating insurance cover for nuclear plants

The draft rules say financial security for nuclear power plants must remain in place until all spent fuel has been removed from the concerned sto

Magnus Carlsen defends Esports World Cup title after unbeaten run

Magnus Carlsen defends Esports World Cup title after unbeaten run

Morning Digest: Jharkhand students demand CMs resignation, ask Congress to withdraw support from coalition; BCI chairman apologises to law students amid enrolment ban row, and more

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Leaders Pay Tribute to Brave Queen Avantibai Lodhi on Her Birth Anniversary

New Delhi, August 16: On the birth anniversary of the great freedom fighter, Queen Avantibai Lodhi, several leaders, including Uttar Pradesh Chie

Hajji Mohammed Fazal elected new president of FIANZ

Auckland: Hajji Mohammed Fazal has been elected the new President of the Federation of Islamic Associations of New Zealand (FIANZ), taking on one

Horoscope Today, August 16, 2026: Know the Forecast for All 12 Zodiac Signs

Udaipur, August 16: The planetary positions are indicating positive developments for several zodiac signs today. Gemini, Cancer, Virgo, Scorpio,

MP CM Yadav claims Sonia, Rahul disrespected Vande Mataram

Bhopal: Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav on Saturday, August 15, accused senior Congress leaders Sonia Gandhi and Rahul Gandhi of insult

Qatar Denies Detaining Iranian Pilots, Calls Reports Misleading

Qatar's statement came after Iran's Fars News Agency reported that three military pilots had been captured by Qatari forces

US asks countries to pick sides in AI race with China or face consequences

By pressing countries to choose sides the US hopes to starve China of resources in a race to make the most sophisticated AI, which could be used

West Godavari: Four Missing, One Rescued After Car Falls into Canal

All five were travelling from Ogidi village towards East Godavari district when the accident occurred. Police reached the spot, and rescue operat

Mumbai and Surat bullet train stations take shape, latest visuals show construction progress

The Mumbai-Ahmedabad High-Speed Rail Corridor is beginning to take shape at its key stations, with fresh visuals showing the progress at Mumbai's

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Australia gun buyback to start in November, PM Albanese says

New South Wales will begin a gun buyback program in November. This initiative follows a shooting spree that tragically killed fifteen people. Aus

Berkshire Hathaway reshuffles portfolio, raises Alphabet and homebuilder stakes

Berkshire Hathaway is undergoing a notable transformation in its investment approach. The company has notably augmented its investments in Alphab

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Diesel is not dead, but it has become an SUV fuel

Diesel is not dead but it has become an SUV fuel

'Scoring off the field:' How football helped two global leaders to achieve their goals

Scoring off the field How football helped two global leaders to achieve their goals

Cordes Bridge Illuminated in Tricolor Celebrating India-Israel Friendship

Jerusalem, August 16: On the occasion of Indias 80th Independence Day, Israels iconic Cordes Bridge was illuminated in the colors of the Indian f