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Samastipur, August 12: The Har Ghar Tiranga campaign, celebrating the 150th anniversary of the song Vande Mataram, has created significant employment opportunities for the Livelihood Didis in Samastipur, Bihar. Under this initiative, over 80,000 orders for national flags have been received from government departments, industrial institutions, community organizations, and citizens. To fulfill these orders on ... Read more Livelihood Opportunities Rise as Har Ghar Tiranga Campaign Gains Momentum i

New Delhi, August 12: The YSR Congress Party (YSRCP) has called on the central government to stop alleged illegal and unauthorized mining activities around Panchdharla in Visakhapatnam district, Andhra Pradesh. The party aims to protect historical sites in the region. A delegation of YSRCP leaders met with Union Minister of Coal and Mines G. Kishan ... Read more YSR Congress Party Urges Central Government to Halt Mining Near Heritage Sites

Mumbai, August 12: Shri Raj Nair, spokesperson for the Vishva Hindu Parishad (VHP), welcomed the recent initiative regarding Vande Mataram. He emphasized that during the freedom struggle, Vande Mataram served as an inspiring anthem for the nation, and there was no controversy surrounding it at that time. He questioned actor Prakash Rajs claims regarding the ... Read more Controversy Over Vande Mataram Unwarranted, Says VHP Spokesperson Shri Raj Nair

Surat, August 12: The Cyber Crime Cell of Gujarat has arrested two individuals from Junagadh in connection with a significant online share trading fraud. The case involves a scam where a victim was defrauded of 42.98 lakh. During the investigation, authorities discovered links to three other cyber fraud cases across various states, with total losses ... Read more Two Arrested in Major Online Share Trading Fraud in Gujarat

Mumbai, August 12: A fire erupted late Tuesday night in a multi-story building in the Ville Parle (West) area of Mumbai, causing panic among residents. The blaze started on the 11th floor of the Shanta Bhavan building, located on Baptista Road. Upon receiving the alert, multiple fire department vehicles rushed to the scene to initiate ... Read more Fire Breaks Out in Shanta Bhavan Building in Mumbai, Firefighters Respond Swiftly

Jammu, August 12: Authorities in Jammu and Kashmirs Reasi district have registered a case against two illegal pony operators on the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Trek. On Tuesday, police apprehended Raj Singh from Kakra village and Abhishek Singh from Thakrakot village at the Ban Ganga check point. They were found operating without valid pony cards. ... Read more Police Crack Down on Illegal Pony Operators at Vaishno Devi Trek

New Delhi, August 12: The government informed Parliament that over the past three years, 70,652 samples of fruits and vegetables were tested across 23 states and union territories. Of these, only 3.1% of the samples contained pesticide residues exceeding the Maximum Residue Limit (MRL) set by the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI). ... Read more Only 3.1% of Fruit and Vegetable Samples Exceed Pesticide Limits, Government Reports

New Delhi, August 12: Foreign affairs expert Wail Awad discussed Indias recent decision to name 27 locations and geographical features in Arunachal Pradesh, Chinas objections, peace along the India-China border, India-Bangladesh relations, and the India-U.S. strategic partnership in an exclusive interview with a news agency. Awad stated that Indias naming of these locations is more ... Read more India Sends Strong Diplomatic Message to China with Naming of 27 Locations

New Delhi, August 12: The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has taken significant disciplinary action within its Jammu and Kashmir unit. The party has suspended Engineer Syed Shaukat Ghayoor Andrabi, the district president of Pulwama, from all positions following the registration of an FIR against him for extortion. The suspension order was issued by Mohammad Anwar ... Read more BJP Suspends Pulwama District President Shaukat Andrabi Amid Extortion Allegations

Kolkata, August 12: A Red Corner Notice has been issued against Tulu Mandal, a stone quarry businessman from Birbhum district in West Bengal. He is accused of being involved in corruption during the previous Trinamool Congress government. Currently, police have no leads on his whereabouts. An FIR has already been filed against Mandal, and investigative ... Read more West Bengal: Red Corner Notice Issued Against Stone Quarry Businessman Tulu Mandal for Corruption

Hyderabad, August 12: Telangana Chief Minister Revant Reddy announced on Tuesday that the state government will host the prestigious Khelo India Youth Games 2026 on a large scale. The Chief Minister reviewed preparations for the event with Sports Minister V. Srinivas Goud and senior officials at the Bodhi Pavilion located in the MCRHRD campus. The ... Read more Telangana Government to Host Khelo India Youth Games 2026 on a Grand Scale

New Delhi, August 12: Veena Sikri, former High Commissioner of India to Bangladesh, has emphasized the importance of strengthening ties between the two nations. She remarked that the meeting between High Commissioner Dinesh Trivedi and Prime Minister Tarique Rahman marks a positive development for bilateral relations. Sikri stated that India is committed to ensuring democracy, ... Read more Former High Commissioner Veena Sikri Advocates for Stronger India-Bangladesh Relations

New Delhi, August 12: BJP MP Janardan Mishra has fiercely countered SP MP Ramji Lal Sumans remarks regarding Vande Mataram. He stated that singing the two verses of Vande Mataram was a capitulation of Congress to the Muslim League. In response to Congress MP Pawan Kheras comments about the RSS, Mishra questioned, If Nehru could ... Read more BJP MP Janardan Mishra Responds Strongly to SPs Ramji Lal Suman on Vande Mataram Controversy

Hyderabad, August 12: A tragic road accident in Telanganas Sangareddy district has resulted in the deaths of five agricultural laborers from Karnataka, while seven others sustained injuries. The incident occurred on Tuesday in the New Satwar area of the Zahirabad mandal when a tanker collided with an auto-rickshaw. The injured individuals have been admitted to ... Read more Tragic Road Accidents Claim Lives of Karnataka Laborers in Telangana

Gandhinagar, August 12: The Cyber Center of Excellence in Gujarat has arrested two individuals from Savarkundla in Amreli district. They are accused of defrauding a complainant of approximately 25.4 million through a fake company advertisement and an online distributor scheme on Instagram. Authorities reported that the suspects are linked to bank accounts involved in 34 ... Read more Gujarat Police Arrest Two in 25.4 Million Instagram Distributor Fraud Case

New Delhi, August 12: In response to recent protests by students in Jharkhand and various political challenges, BJP spokesperson RP Singh launched a strong attack on the opposition. He highlighted issues such as the alleged police crackdown on demonstrators, Congress MP Rahul Gandhis challenge from Union Minister Kiren Rijiju, and comments from SP leader Ramjeelal ... Read more Amit Shah Ready to Answer in Parliament, RP Singh Criticizes Oppositions Retreat

New Delhi, August 12: Major General (Retired) PK Sehgal, a defense expert, discussed the crucial aspects of India-Bangladesh relations, including infiltration from Bengal, visa issues, and healthcare facilities. He also addressed comments made by U.S. Ambassador Sergio Gore and the Ministry of External Affairs regarding Arunachal Pradesh. Recently, Indias Ambassador to Bangladesh, Dinesh Trivedi, met ... Read more India-Bangladesh Relations: A Strategic Necessity, Says PK Sehgal

Guwahati, August 11: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced on Tuesday that the state government will reintroduce agricultural income tax for large agricultural earners. However, small farmers and tea producers earning up to 10 lakh annually will be completely exempt from this tax. Speaking to reporters in Guwahati, Sarma explained that the government has ... Read more Assam Exempts Small Farmers from Agricultural Income Tax Up to 10 Lakh

Thekkady, August 11: In Kerala, the government is addressing the growing conflict between humans and wildlife by leveraging the invaluable knowledge of tribal communities. These communities, who have lived close to forests for generations, are being consulted to enhance conservation efforts. Forest and Wildlife Minister Shibu Baby John announced that traditional knowledge from tribal communities ... Read more Keralas Tribal Knowledge Integrated into Forest Conservation Efforts

New Delhi, August 11: Former Israeli national spokesperson Ayalon Levy has expressed skepticism regarding the expectation that Hamas will disarm. Commenting on the Saudi-Pakistan-Turkey defense pact, Levy stated that the formation of an Islamic NATO clearly indicates that Pakistan is not a neutral mediator. He also referenced remarks made by Pakistans Defense Minister Khawaja Asif, ... Read more Ayalon Levy Critiques Pakistans Role in Saudi-Pak-Turkey Defense Pact

New Delhi, August 11: BJP MP Janardan Mishra has launched a scathing attack on the JMM government and the Samajwadi Party (SP) regarding the police action against JPPSC-JSSC candidates in Ranchi. He accused the JMM of adopting a dictatorial approach and suggested that the government fears a CBI investigation due to potential cover-ups in the ... Read more BJP MP Criticizes JMM Government Over CID Investigation Concerns

Jaipur, August 11: Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma stated on Tuesday that continuous dialogue between the government and society is essential for strengthening good governance and effectively implementing government schemes. Addressing a dialogue program with retired officials from the Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities, the Chief Minister emphasized that social justice is ... Read more Retired Officials Never Retire from Social Responsibilities: CM Bhajanlal Sha

Washington, August 11: White House Trade Advisor Peter Navarro stated on Tuesday that U.S. President Donald Trump and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi will find a solution through mutual dialogue regarding Indias purchase of Russian oil and the proposed high tariffs from the U.S. During a press briefing at the White House, Navarro remarked, President ... Read more U.S.-India Tariff Dispute: White House Trade Advisor Confident in Resolution by Trump and Modi

Gandhinagar, August 11: The Gujarat government has significantly increased its urban development budget, which has grown more than 45 times in the last two decades. State spokesperson and minister Jitu Vaghani announced on Tuesday that the budget rose from 660 crores in 2005-06 to 30,325 crores for the fiscal year 2025-26. During a press conference, ... Read more Gujarat Allocates Over 92,000 Crores for Urban Development in Five Years

Kolkata, August 11: Protests broke out on Tuesday at a hospital in Malda district following the death of an eight-year-old girl, allegedly due to medical negligence. The girl, who had been suffering from fever for two days, was brought to the hospital when her condition worsened. Her family claims that Dr. Soumen Saha, who was ... Read more Protests Erupt After Death of Minor in Malda Hospital Due to Alleged Negligence

Dehradun, August 11: Despite the challenges posed by the monsoon, the Char Dham Yatra in Uttarakhand is set to achieve a new record this year. In just 114 days, over 4.7 million pilgrims have undertaken the journey, surpassing last years figures by 468,000. As of August 10, a total of 4,702,703 devotees have visited the ... Read more Record-Breaking Pilgrimage: 4.7 Million Visitors in 114 Days for Char Dham Yatra

Itanagar, August 11: The Governor of Arunachal Pradesh, Lieutenant General K.T. Parnaik (Retired), stressed the need for greater transparency and accountability in implementing food security programs to ensure that benefits reach all eligible beneficiaries. On Tuesday, the Chairman of the State Food Commission, Tarah Tarak, met with the Governor at the Lok Bhawan in Itanagar. ... Read more Arunachal Pradesh Governor Emphasizes Transparency and Accountability in Food Security Programs

New Delhi, August 11: The NDA parliamentary partys weekly Mangal Milan meeting commenced in a patriotic atmosphere on Tuesday at the Parliament Library Building, just before the final days of the monsoon session. During the gathering, members waved the national flag and chanted slogans like Vande Mataram and Bharat Mata Ki Jai. Prime Minister Narendra ... Read more NDAs Mangal Milan Celebrates Patriotism Ahead of Monsoon Sessions Conclusion

Beijing, August 11: Liu Haisheng, Minister of the International Department of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China, led a delegation to Cuba from August 8 to 10. During this visit, he participated in the inaugural Fidel International Dialogue. While in Cuba, Liu met with key figures including Miguel Daz-Canel Bermdez, First Secretary ... Read more Liu Haisheng Visits Cuba to Attend Fidel International Dialogue

Beijing, August 11: The Peoples Bank of China has recently released its reform and development plan for the 15th Five-Year Plan. This initiative aims to accelerate the creation of a robust financial nation, enhance the central banking system, and contribute to high-quality economic growth. The plan outlines the establishment of a scientific and prudent monetary ... Read more Chinas Central Bank Unveils Reform and Development Plan for 15th Five-Year Plan

Mumbai, August 11: The Panna district in Madhya Pradesh is once again in the spotlight for its diamonds. Seven workers struck gold when they discovered a high-quality diamond weighing approximately 16.96 carats in a shallow mine near Sarkoha village. The diamond is estimated to be worth between 3 million and 5 million. Following this discovery, ... Read more Lucky Workers Discover 16.96-Carat Diamond in Panna, Madhya Pradesh

New Delhi, August 11: BJP MP Bansuri Swaraj recently shed light on Prime Minister Narendra Modis initiative, Mangal Milan. This platform allows MPs to gather every Tuesday to engage in open discussions on various national and social issues. The primary goal of these meetings is to exchange ideas, brainstorm challenges, and propose new suggestions. In ... Read more PM Modis Mangal Milan: A Platform for Open Dialogue Among MPs

Beijing, August 11: According to data from online platforms, Chinas total box office revenue for films in 2026 has exceeded 24.5 billion yuan, including pre-sales. The number of moviegoers has surpassed 600 million, with over 926 million screenings held. Currently, the top four films at the 2026 box office are Pegasus 3, Kung Fu Womens ... Read more Chinas Box Office Revenue Surpasses 24.5 Billion Yuan in 2026

Kolkata, August 11: Suraj Kumar Chand showcased his skills in the HCL PSA Challenger Tour, defeating Egypts Hassan Menchawi in a thrilling pre-quarterfinal match. The final score was 11-4, 8-11, 11-2, 9-11, 11-8, and the match lasted 73 minutes. Suraj, who previously won the singles title at the World University Squash Championship, demonstrated remarkable resilience. ... Read more Suraj Kumar Chand Triumphs in PSA Challenger Tour; Sandeesh Stuns Seeded Opponent

New Delhi, August 11: The National Institute of Educational Planning and Administration (NIEPA) celebrated its 20th anniversary at the India International Centre in New Delhi. The event featured Prabhul Ketkar, editor of Bharat Publication (Delhi) Limited, as the chief guest. He remarked, Today, one of Indias leading educational institutions, the National Institute of Educational Planning ... Read more NIEPA Celebrates 20th Anniversary with Launch of New AI and Arts Courses

New Delhi, August 11: Amid ongoing tensions between the government and opposition in Parliament, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) accused Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Tuesday of exploiting students to promote his agenda. The party stated that Union Home Minister Amit Shah is fully prepared to respond during a detailed discussion regarding the student protests. ... Read more BJP Accuses Rahul Gandhi of Exploiting Students Amid Parliamentary Stalemate

Beijing, August 11: The Chinese Ministry of Natural Resources has announced the ongoing survey of the 16th Arctic Ocean ice station. Recently, the icebreaker named Shweylong (Snow Dragon) has successfully completed its survey at 12 ice stations. This mission marks a new record for a single vessel in the history of Arctic expeditions, with Shweylong ... Read more Snow Dragon Completes Survey at 12 Arctic Ice Stations

Kolkata, August 11: Former West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee encountered protests on Tuesday afternoon at the Shyambazar Five Point Crossing in North Kolkata. This demonstration occurred just two days after BJP workers protested her while she was visiting the family of a deceased Trinamool Congress worker in Kanchrapara, North 24 Parganas, who allegedly died ... Read more Mamata Banerjee Faces Protests in Kolkata Amid Political Tensions

Kolkata, August 11: The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has taken significant steps in the investigation of the rape and murder of a junior female doctor at RG Kar Medical College and Hospital. The special investigation team (SIT) has summoned all doctors and staff who were on duty in the hospital building on the night ... Read more CBI Intensifies Investigation in RG Kar Medical College Case

New Delhi, August 11: Congress MP Sukdev Bhagat has targeted the BJP regarding the police action against students in Jharkhand. In an interview with a news agency, he stated that Rahul Gandhi personally engaged with the protesting students and condemned any form of violence. However, he noted that no senior BJP leader reached out to ... Read more Congress MP Criticizes BJP Over Jharkhand Police Action Against Students

New Delhi, August 11: Maulana Ejaz Kashmiri, a member of the Jamiat Ulema-e-Hind, has spoken out regarding the singing of Vande Mataram at the Red Fort. He stated that while individuals are free to recite it, it should not be imposed on Muslims. He emphasized that certain lines of the anthem conflict with their religious ... Read more Maulana Ejaz Kashmiri Addresses Vande Mataram Controversy: A Call for Religious Respect

Hyderabad, August 11: Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy directed officials to expedite the Old City Metro project under the Hyderabad Metro Rail Phase-2 initiative. He held a review meeting with senior officials from Hyderabad Metro Rail Limited (HMRL) on Tuesday. According to the Chief Ministers Office (CMO), Reddy instructed officials to complete the road ... Read more Telangana Chief Minister Accelerates Old City Metro Project in Hyderabad

Guwahati, August 11: The Standing Finance Committee (SFC) of the Assam government has reviewed and approved financial proposals exceeding 66 crore from four departments. The committee emphasized the prudent use of government funds, timely project completion, and measurable developmental outcomes. The proposals are linked to the Departments of Women and Child Development, Home and Political, ... Read more Assam Government Approves Financial Proposals Exceeding 66 Crore

Gandhinagar, August 11: Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel has issued important directives to elected representatives and officials of municipal corporations and municipalities. He emphasized the need to focus not only on planning new projects but also on assessing the status of completed development works, ensuring that public funds are utilized effectively. During an event in ... Read more Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel Urges Local Bodies to Monitor Development Projects

Chandigarh, August 11: The Haryana government, led by Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini, is gearing up to launch a significant initiative called the Reform Festival. This program aims to enhance governance by allowing citizens to play a direct and meaningful role in the decision-making process. On Tuesday, Chief Secretary Anurag Rastogi reviewed the preparations, emphasizing ... Read more Haryana Government to Launch Reform Festival in October, Inviting Citizen Suggestions

Jaipur, August 11: The Rajasthan Police has issued an advisory to warn youths and their families about fraudulent overseas job offers that could lead to cyber slavery or digital bondage. Acting on the directives of Director General of Police (DGP) Rajiv Kumar Sharma, the Cyber Crime Branch of Rajasthan Police has urged job seekers to ... Read more Rajasthan Police Issues Advisory Against Fake Overseas Job Offers to Combat Cyber Slavery

New Delhi, August 11: The BWF World Championship 2026 will take place in New Delhi from August 17 to 23, featuring the worlds top badminton players. This prestigious event returns to India after 17 years and will be hosted at the Indira Gandhi Arena. The championship will include five categories: Mens Singles, Womens Singles, Mens ... Read more BWF World Championship 2026: Schedule and Key Players Announced for New Delhi Event

Shillong, August 11: Meghalaya is set to strengthen its fight against HIV and sexually transmitted infections (STIs) by launching the Intensified IEC Campaign 3.0. This initiative will focus on youth engagement, early testing, treatment, and reducing the social stigma associated with these diseases. The two-month campaign will kick off on Wednesday at Lady Keane College ... Read more Meghalaya Launches Intensive HIV Awareness Campaign to Combat Rising Infections

Mumbai, August 11: The Vasai-Virar Municipal Corporation has called on all citizens to enthusiastically participate in the Har Ghar Tiranga campaign. This initiative aims to spread the spirit of patriotism and enhance respect and awareness for the national flag. Launched by the central government in 2022, the campaign is being celebrated with great enthusiasm in ... Read more Vasai-Virar Invites Citizens to Celebrate Patriotism with Har Ghar Tiranga Campaign

New Delhi, August 11: Civil Aviation Secretary Sameer Kumar Sinha and senior officials met with Air India CEO Campbell Wilson on Tuesday. The discussion centered on the turbulence incident involving Tata Groups airline during a flight from Phuket to Delhi. Last week, the aircraft, cruising at 36,000 feet, suddenly dropped 300 feet, resulting in serious ... Read more Air India CEO Faces Inquiry Over Phuket-Delhi Flight Incident