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Eight college students held for dacoity in Madukkarai limits on Coimbatore outskirts

GBA to launch fire audits at sensitive areas in the city, violators to face criminal cases

CM Vijay fills digital self-enumeration form

Widows loss prompts SC push to fix overcrowded trains

Orders railway to pay 8 lakh compensation to a woman whose husband died after falling from a moving train in November 2015.

Census self-enumeration process begins in Dindigul

Entrepreneurs should constantly upgrade their aspirations: CII Vice-Chairman

Arts and science colleges in Coimbatore district staring at continuous decline in PG admissions

Elephant found dead near Parapalaru dam

CM inaugurates womens health summit at Sacred Heart College

Solar awareness camp held in Dindigul

Shia body urges govt. to secure release of detained Indian Muslims in Gulf countries

All India Shia Personal LawBoard general secretary Maulana Yasoob Abbas says the Board had submitted a memorandum to PM Narendra Modi, requesting

Senior professors at Bharathiar University contemplate legal remedy after HC upholds headship rotation policy

Congresss Karti Chidambaram says the proposal to expand Lok Sabha to 815 seats will make the House ineffective

The Congress MP urged the Centre to consult all political parties before taking any decision on the issue, alleging that the government could hid

NEET pass percentage improves in Puducherry

SIT arrests second man accused of pocketing Badrinath temple donations

The primary FIR was registered based on a complaint by the BKTC president alleging financial irregularities in the counting and handling of cash

NEET re-test Paper was hard, but we had prepared for a difficult paper

Tec-Do Launches Navos 2.0 at WAIC, Advancing the Next Era of Agentic Commerce

Tec-Do Launches Navos 2.0 at WAIC, Advancing the Next Era of Agentic Commerce

Watch: Monsoon session begins on July 20: 5 key Bills & NEET protest | Above the Fold | 17.07.2026

As Parliaments crucial Monsoon Session gets underway, the government faces a packed legislative agenda while the Opposition prepares to corner it

ISL star swaps jersey for writers pen in maiden travelogue

Oru PanthukalikkaranteIndian Yathrakal, which features a cover unveiled by Indian football legend Sunil Chhetri on July 17, chronicles the experi

Chennai Corporation forms monitoring committees to crack down on unauthorised buildings

Daily diners at Amma Unavagams in city cross one lakh

The GCC said revenue from the subsidised eateries had also increased from 87.6 lakh in April to 1.36 crore following the improvements.

New tool to help cities quantify greenhouse gas emissions from food waste

ECI Hosts First All-India Media Conference to Highlight Medias Role in Elections

New Delhi, July 17: The Election Commission of India (ECI) organized its inaugural All-India Media Conference 2026 in the capital on Wednesday. O

Karnataka HC quashes defamation case against Union minister Shobha Karandlaje

The Karnataka High Court has quashed the criminal defamation case filed against Union Minister of State Shobha Karandlaje by former Congress MLA

Genome Sequencing Lab to Be Revived Amid Covid Cases

Health authorities are also assessing the availability of trained personnel required to restart the facility

4-year-old dies in car accident, tribunal asks driver and owner to pay Rs 40.37 lakh compensation citing 'res ipsa loquitur'. Here's what it means

A Delhi tribunal awarded over Rs 40 lakh compensation to parents. The child died after being hit by a speeding car in 2020. The tribunal applied

Centre responds positively to five key cultural proposals, says Minister Kandula Durgesh

Circular soon on National School of Drama in Rajamahendravaram, Indian Council for Cultural Relations centre in State, Lalit Kala Akademi, Kalaks

Coimbatore Book Festival begins

Astroguide for Saturday, July 18, 2026

Star: Purvaphalguni till 6.05 pm

Sir Garfield Sobers, legendary West Indies cricketer, no more

One of the finest all-rounders the game has ever seen, Sobers played 93 Tests and scored 8,032 runs at 57.78 with 26 centuries and 30 half-centur

News from the world of Education: July 17, 2026

Information on admissions, scholarships, competitions for students, events for educators and more

Telangana Gurukul students excel in NEET (UG) 2026

Over 333 students likely to secure admissions to MBBS, BDS and other medical courses

HCLTech opens technology centre in GIFT City; employs 500 engineers

The centre will deliver AI-led solutions to the companys global clients in the financial services industry

State govt. diverting 15th Finance Commission funds: Bandi Sanjay

Why Wildfire Smoke Is So Dangerous and How It Harms the Body

Smoke also harms pregnant women, increasing the risk of premature births and low-weight babies who could have breathing problems the rest of thei

How satellite maps are leading fishermen to bigger catches

The Potential Fishing Zone advisory, developed by Hyderabad-based INCOIS, has benefited nearly 14 lakh fishermenover past two decades by using sa

Reliance Industries Reports 25% Revenue Growth in Q1 FY 2026-27

Mumbai, July 17: Reliance Industries Limited (RIL), led by billionaire Mukesh Ambani, has reported impressive business performance for the first

BJP Seeks Centres Support to FCV Tobacco Farmers in AP

These farmers are supporting the government with substantial revenue inputs every year

Apple unseats Nvidia to become world's most valuable company as AI bets shift

Apple was last valued at $4.88 trillion as its shares held steady, while Nvidia was roughly at $4.86 trillion, following a 3.5% decline

Psychology says people who are always in their best clothes aren't trying to impress everyone: What this behavior may reveal?

Psychology says people who are always in their best clothes aren't always motivated by appearance or social approval. Psychology suggests that dr

At Variance With Facts: India Rejects Ex-Minister's Bullet Train Remarks

Japan has been playing a key role in implementation of the mega project in terms of financing it as well as sharing technology, and engineering e

Minor boy opens fire at 16-year-old girlfriend, buries body with familys help

Appointment of bodybuilders as sub-inspectors: HC grants two weeks time to Kerala govt. to consider vigilance probe

Karnataka launches hi-tech Travellers Nooks in Hampi under Swadesh Darshan 2.0

Oceansat-3A likely to be launched by year-end, says NRSC Director

Coastal observation research laboratory inaugurated at Andhra Universitys Centre for Studies on Bay of Bengal

Modi Virtually Inaugurates Revamped HITEC City Railway Station

Prizes were distributed to students who participated in competitions organised as part of the event

Yellow alert for four districts on June 18

Vijay inspects M.C. Raja, MBC students hostels in Chennai

He listens to the grievances of the hostel residents

Former Prime Minister H.D. Deve Gowdas wife Chennamma hospitalised in Bengaluru

YSRCP leader Kakani accuses government of neglecting tobacco farmers

Im delighted that we found a way of doing it ugly: Root

The No. 3s unbeaten 99 helped England level the three-match ODI series against india

Woman, partner sentenced to double life imprisonment till death for sexually assaulting two minor girls

The two girls, aged 11 and 9, were subjected to repeated sexual assault by their mothers partner; when they informed the woman, she swore them to

Madurai East MLA says widening Vandiyur Tank Road will ease traffic congestion near Mattuthavani

Demolition drive carried out in Sambhal on illegal construction

Eidgah built on 312 sq m plot of land among the encroachments cleared

Hurdles Cleared For Darshan-starrer Boss Movie

The actor and his wife alleged the movies teaser depicted in such a manner that any normal viewer of the teaser would associate the teaser to the

Social media users booked for spreading false messages about murder accused

At least five school girls fall unconscious after gas leak from PNG pipeline in Bihar

Four of them regained consciousness while one faced slight health complications, SDM (East) said

Minor's Parents Sell Her Baby After Rape, She Is Pregnant Again

According to police, the minor was lured and sexually assaulted on multiple occasions in 2025, resulting in pregnancy.

Use AI to keep languages alive: Expert

Govt. victimising ryots to target BRS, alleges Srinivas Goud

3 Held For Injecting Painkiller Tablets in Utnoor

Police seized three strips of Tapentadol tablets, two syringes and two mobile phones from the accused

Dakshina Kannada records 70.1 mm, Udupi 88.9 mm rainfall in 24 hours

Probe into recurring signal failures holds local technician responsible

Whistleblower motorman, who stopped his train on seeing danger ahead, held blameworthy for not following rules

Internet Suspended In J&K's Doda After Man Killed, 2 Injured In Shooting

Internet services were suspended in Jammu and Kashmir's Doda district after a civilian was killed and two others were injured in a shooting incid

Legendary West Indies cricketer Sir Garfield Sobers no more

Sir Garfield Sobers, a celebrated West Indies cricket captain, has passed away. He was 89 years old and just days from his 90th birthday. Sobers

Pakistan Army Kills 24 Taliban, Baloch Militants During Raids, Weapons Seized

The military said Friday it used intelligence sources to target militants in operations carried out over the previous day that killed 24 members

KSEB plans to procure 300 MW for five years

Regulatory commission gives approval for revisions to bidding framework

Anivara Asthanam Celebrated With Religious Fervour

The rituals concluded with the Rupayi Harati, after which the Lachchana was placed at the Lord's feet

IAMAI launches E-Commerce Council of India to unify $120 bn digital commerce ecosystem

The ECCI aims to bring together policymakers, e-commerce marketplaces, brands, retailers, logistics providers, technology companies, payment solu

Maharashtra State Transport Bus Fares To Be Hiked By 13.5% From Tomorrow

MSRTC is one of the largest public bus service corporations in the country with a fleet of more than 14,000 buses. Daily more than 55 lakh passen

Rajasthan Pilgrims Escape Blaze After Bus Fire on Amarnath Yatra Return

Jaipur, July 17: A bus carrying pilgrims returning from the Amarnath Yatra in Rajasthan caught fire after a tire burst. The incident occurred nea

Man arrested for objectionable social media post

UP: Teen Gang-Raped by Uncle, Driver Jumps from Moving truck, Both Arrested

During interrogation, the accused admitted that they were under the influence of alcohol when they took the girl with them and gang-raped her, AC

Kothagudem police arrest constable for sheltering accused in minor girls rape case

Congress councillors seek explanation over alleged corruption in Coimbatore Semmozhi Poonga project

Madras High Court dismisses plea for CBI probe into the alleged bid to bribe TVK MLA

A Bench of Chief JusticeSushrutArvindDharmadhikariand Justice G.ArulMuruganhas said a court of law will not transfer a statutory investigation fr

Keralas traditional architecture has always been environmentally sustainable, says Tourism Minister

P.C. Vishnunadh inaugurates 9th edition of The Hindu Home Expo in Thiruvananthapuram; three-day event features more than 150 properties from 40 l

Naidu lists issues to be raised in monsoon session of Parliament

He tells TDP MPs to highlight, among others, the financial support the State expects from the Centre and the progress of the Amaravati and Polava

Govt. To Unveil Revised Index Of Core Industries

It has also been observed that the government has been on a data revision spree in the recent time, as it has already updated CPI, GDP, WPI and I

Quote of the day by Tim Allen: 'To get a mans attention, just stand in front of the...' Life lessons from inspiring quote on meaningful communication, relationships, distractions, observational humor and active listening

Quote of the day by Tim Allen reminds people that communication often becomes difficult when distractions take over daily life. Tim Allen's humor

Actors, writers and 500 individuals support street vendors; demand govt. to implement Street Vendors Act

Foreign language craze hits mother tongue: Expert

Cong to Join NC's Jantar Mantar Protest, Asserts It Led Statehood Movement Since 2024

The Jammu and Kashmir Congress has announced its participation in the National Conference's July 20 Jantar Mantar protest demanding restoration o

'They looted millions meant for homeless!': James O'Keefe, Scott expose LA NGO fraud before Senate

India approves Novo Nordisks weight loss drug Wegovy for fatty liver disease

West Asia war puts banana growers on a slippery ground

ICARNational Research Centre for Banana has been training exporters to delay the ripening period of harvested bananas in order to help preserve t

Talrop director board member arrested in investment fraud case

The accused, a native of Pangode, was apprehended on the basis of a complaint filed by a couple from Kallara, who alleged that they were defraude

Yediyurappa joins BJP protest against Bidadi Township Project; party to launch march from Bidadi to Bengaluru

Yediyurappa lashes out at the government, alleging that despite the severe drought in the State, it has failed to respond to peoples hardships an

Despite several paper leaks, not a single person has been punished: Rahul Gandhi

In Dehradun, the Congress leader said the Chhatron Ki Goonj event is not a political meet

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