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6 Dead, Including Suspect, in Series of Killings in Michigan

Police area investigating the shooting and have asked the public to avoid the area

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From food shortages to record harvests: How India learnt to feed itself

India is celebrating its 80th Independence Day on Saturday. Eight decades after Independence, one measure of the country's economic transformatio

West Asia war LIVE: Iran defiant on strait as Trump tells Americans to accept high gas prices

This strait will be opened and closed only under Irans command, and so long as you do not accept the reality of defeat and stop indulging in fant

Independence Day 2026 LIVE: PM Modi to deliver 13th address from Red Fort today, set Viksit Bharat goals

India is celebrating its 80th Independence Day on August 15 with patriotic fervour, elaborate ceremonies and heightened security arrangements acr

Independence Day LIVE updates: PM Modi greets people

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Magnitude 7.7 earthquake strikes off Indonesia, tsunami warning issued

An earthquake of magnitude 7.7 struck eastern Indonesia early Saturday morning. Several aftershocks followed the initial powerful tremor, which l

Telangana SIR: Botched-up enumeration phase leaves 94 lakh electors at the mercy of 119 EROs

With 119 EROs endowed with quasi judicial powers set to adjudicate over 94 lakh cases in this short window, they would get less than a minutes ti

Venus Williams Singles Skid Hits 13 After Cincinnati Open Loss

The 46-year-old Williams received a wild-card entry to the WTA 1000 event. She has not won a singles match since July 2025

Delhi on high alert for Independence Day; 25,000 personnel deployed

New Delhi is on high alert for Independence Day celebrations. Over twenty-five thousand police and paramilitary personnel are deployed citywide.

Rishabh Pant can make Virender Sehwag-like impact: Angelo Mathews

Angelo Mathews has been a part of a Sri Lankan team which had heady battles with India, especially on their own turf. He believes a player like R

Ahmedabad Cyber Police Bust Online Stalkers Targeting Women; 8 Arrested

In a major breakthrough aimed at making digital spaces safer for women, the Ahmedabad City Cyber Crime Branch has arrested eight individuals, inc

Independence Day: US Secretary of State Marco Rubio extends greetings, says US-India ties stronger than ever

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio extended congratulations to India on its 80th Independence Day. He stated that the bilateral relationship betwe

Quote of the day by Ben Affleck, 'I find forgiveness to be really healthy,' teaches timeless powerful wisdom on kindeness, empathy, why letting go of resentment can be healthy, helps heal from emotional pain, protect inner peace, strengthen relationships and move forward with greater clarity, confidence, courage, freedom

Quote of the day by Ben Affleck teaches us that forgiveness is not weakness, surrender, or permission for harmful behavior to continue. It is a d

Morning Digest: President stresses Viksit Bharat goal by 2047, lauds youth and women empowerment in I-Day eve address; Mahua Moitra claims ordered to vacate circuit house, and more

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PM Modi at Red Fort LIVE: 80th Independence Day celebrations | PM Modis address

PM Modi at Red Fort LIVE: 80th Independence Day celebrations | PM Modis address

UK Criticises Netanyahu over 'Islamic Republic of Britain' Comment

The diplomatic tit-for-tat came after the right-wing prime minister made the reference in an army radio podcast interview the previous day, in wh

Indonesia quake triggers tsunami warning, damages homes off Flores

Indonesia quake triggers tsunami warning damages homes off Flores

75+ Happy Independence Day messages, greetings, wishes, and quotes

Messages for Independence Day instill a sense of pride and optimism about the future. Through both digital platforms and personal encounters, the

80th Independence Day Live Updates:India Celebrates 80th Independence Day, PM To Address Nation From Red Fort

80th Independence Day Live Updates: PM Modi will be received at the Red Fort by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh before inspecting the Guard of Hon

Happy Independence Day 2026 Images: Best Photos, Pictures, Messages, Wallpapers

Independence Day 2026 images, pictures and wallpapers are trending ahead of August 15. Here are patriotic visuals, greetings and photos to share

Independence Day 2026: When and where to watch Modi's speech on Aug 15?

India will celebrate its 80th Independence Day on 15 August with PM Modi's address from the ramparts of the Red Fort. PM is expected to outline t

Google Fitbit Air coming to India in October: 5 Best features you must know

Google has recently unleashed a new set of Pixel devices globally, and now the tech giant is ready to drop its screenless Fitbit Air in India. Th

Independence Day: For Telangana

Hyderabad:Nearly eight decades ago, when India was formally declared an independent sovereign nation, Hyderabad was cautiously silent. Not that i

LIVE: PM to Lead 80th I-Day Celebrations, Address Nation for 13th Time

For the first time, 'Vande Mataram' will be rendered during the Independence Day celebrations at the Red Fort

Independence Day 2026 LIVE: India celebrates its 80th Independence Day; PM Modi extends greetings and pays tribute to freedom fighters

Batwara 1947 opens at Rs 5.75 crore, trails behind Awarapan 2

'Batwara 1947', a partition-themed drama starring Sunny Deol, hit the big screens on Friday, garnering an impressive Rs 5.75 crore net on its ope

Independence Day 2026: PM Modi hails freedom fighters, says their dreams inspire Viksit Bharat

Prime Minister Narendra Modi honored India's freedom fighters on Independence Day. He stated their sacrifices inspire the nation's journey toward

Best of BS Opinion: The case for keeping UPI free outweighs its infra costs

Today's columns examine the case for keeping UPI free, Punjab's shifting political landscape, General A S Vaidya's forgotten legacy and the rise

2 Killed, 1 Injured As Speeding Government SUV Hits Bike In UP: Cops

A man and his six-year-old grandson died and one person was seriously injured after their bike was allegedly hit by a speeding government vehicle

Earthquake of 7.7 magnitude strikes Indonesia, no casualties reported; tsunami warning issued

An earthquake of 7.7 magnitude struck the Flores Island in eastern Indonesia on Saturday, triggering a tsunami warning and forcing hundreds of pe

Amit Shah hails Boston India Day as Massachusetts issues India Day proclamation

Amit Shah hails Boston India Day as Massachusetts issues India Day proclamation

Independence Day special: How Rang De Basanti's title track turns nature into a metaphor for freedom

There is something about Rang De Basanti's title track that makes patriotism feel less like a slogan and more like something that lives around us

Independence Day 2026 Live Streaming: When and where to watch PM Modi speech and Red Fort flag hoisting ceremony online

Independence Day 2026 Live Streaming: When and Where to Watch PM Modi Speech, Parade and Flag Hoisting Live: India's 80th Independence Day will b

Awarapan 2 box office day 1: Emraan Hashmi starrer opens at Rs 27 crore

Emraan Hashmi's 'Awarapan 2' has achieved a strong opening at the Indian box office. The film earned an estimated Rs 21 crore net on its first da

Gujarat CM urges greater women

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Reliance to partner Rolls-Royce to develop fighter jet engines

Pocso on online companies for child sex abuse content? SC to examine

SC clears way for Tamil Nadu to give Karur victims kin jobs

Tata Sons' Tuesday AGM faces uncertainty as SDTT flags lack of quorum

The Sir Ratan Tata Trust faces curbs, impacting Tata Sons' annual general meeting. The Sir Dorabji Tata Trust noted a lack of quorum for the upco

Live: PM to lead 80th I-Day celebrations, Vande Mataram set for Red Fort debut

Live PM to lead th IDay celebrations Vande Mataram set for Red Fort debut

Anti-Red fighters bag bulk of police gallantry awards

PM Modi to lead 80th Independence Day at Red Fort, mark 150 years of

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7.7 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Off Indonesia Coast, Tsunami Warning Issued

A strong 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck off Flores island in eastern Indonesia early Saturday, the US Geological Survey said.

Lord's to Lahore: A look at India's milestone Tests before the 600th at Galle

The men-in-Blue, led by Shubman Gill, are set to become only the third team after England and Australia to reach the milestone, that too on the d

Strong 7.7-magnitude quake strikes off Indonesia: USGS

Indonesias Meteorology, Climatology, and Geophysics Agency (BMKG) warned of the possibility of tsunami waves being generated by the earthquake

IPS Nupur Prasad, who led Sushant Singh Rajput CBI probe, to get President's Medal

IPS Nupur Prasad who led Sushant Singh Rajput CBI probe to get Presidents Medal

Welfare schemes and achievements must reach the people, says Uttar Pradesh Information Director

6 Arrested In Connection With Occultist's Murder In UP: Cops

The Varanasi Police in Uttar Pradesh have arrested six people in connection with the alleged murder of occultist Anish Upadhyay, who was reported

Four arrested in Mumbai in connection with 30 crore Ponzi, multi-level marketing scheme

Police said the company was accepting illegal investments, even in the form of cash, promising continuous, fixed returns of 5-7% monthly, without

CCRAS-NIIMH Signs MOU for Digitization of Medical Manuscripts

New Delhi, August 15: The Ministry of AYUSHs Central Council for Research in Ayurvedic Sciences (CCRAS) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding

Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel urges unity to build developed Gujarat

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IREL Recruitment Alert: Apply Now for 73 Technical and Non-Technical Positions

Mumbai, August 15: A significant opportunity is about to slip away for job seekers. IREL (India) Limited has announced vacancies for 73 regular t

7.7 Magnitude Earthquake Hits Indonesia, Tsunami Warning Issued

A strong 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck off Flores island in eastern Indonesia early Saturday, the US Geological Survey said.

Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar to Visit Bihar on August 16-17

New Delhi, August 15: Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar will embark on a two-day visit to Bihar on August 16 and 17, accompanied by a hig

India Urges Global Attention on Human Rights Violations in Pakistan-Occupied Kashmir

New Delhi, August 15: Indias Ministry of External Affairs has called on the international community to focus on the human rights violations occur

Strong 7.4 magnitude earthquake hits Indonesia

Large Cache of Gelatin Sticks Seized in West Bengal, One Arrested

Kolkata, August 15: Police in West Bengals Birbhum district conducted a raid in Rampurhat on Friday, uncovering a significant stash of gelatin st

Violence Erupts in Manipur: Two Naga Volunteers Killed by Armed Attackers

Imphal, August 15: In a tragic incident in Manipurs Kangpokpi district, armed militants have killed two Naga village volunteers and injured two o

Unmarked proforma being served to West Bengal madrasas by police seeking details of foreign funding, visitors

A group of activists from Association for Protection of Civil Rights (APCR) has written to CM Suvendu Adhikari and the police seeking clarificati

BJP Reacts Strongly to Rahul Gandhis Comments on PM Modi and Foreign Policy

New Delhi, August 15: The political landscape in India has heated up following Congress leader Rahul Gandhis remarks targeting Prime Minister Mod

Rahul Gandhis Statement on Meloni Called a Political Joke by Majid Memon

Mumbai, August 15: Senior advocate and former Rajya Sabha MP Majid Memon has dismissed the statement made by Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi re

Trump asks Supreme Court to revive White House ballroom construction

Trump asks Supreme Court to revive White House ballroom construction

Cockroaches, expired food: Blinkit, Zepto, Instamart face Maharashtra FDA crackdown

Cockroaches expired food Blinkit Zepto Instamart face Maharashtra FDA crackdown

Six arrested for murder of occultist in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh

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Tiranga Yatra held along India-China border in Nyoma on Independence Day eve

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Judge lets Trump build border wall on Tohono O'odham land without consent

Judge lets Trump build border wall on Tohono Oodham land without consent

Thousands participate in Tiranga Yatra in Bihar, Jharkhand

Bihar Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary led the Tiranga Yatra as part of the Har Ghar Tiranga campaign-2026 in Munger district, whereas the 209 CoB

SEBI Expands Online Bond Platforms to Include GIFT City Products

Mumbai, August 15: The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has announced an expansion of the product offerings available through online

40 queries in Census Phase-II: Caste, bank accounts, Covid jabs...

19 Children Die from Infection and Contaminated Water in Balaghat: Umang Singhar

Mumbai, August 15: Umang Singhar, the Leader of the Opposition in the Madhya Pradesh Assembly, has visited the disease-stricken villages in Balag

Former Trinamool MLA Nirmal Ghosh mobbed outside police station

A day back he was arrested from Odisha for his alleged involvement in the hurried cremation of the RG Kar rape and murder victims dead body

BJP Legislators Daughter Accused of Assaulting Police Officer at Temple

Bengaluru, August 15: A woman police sub-inspector (PSI) has accused the daughter of Karnataka BJP legislator B. Suresh Gowda of assault during a

Savarkar remark: Supreme Court quashes case against Rahul Gandhi

Aditya Sahu Accuses Hemant Soren of Misleading Politics Over MMDR Amendment Bill

Ranchi, August 15: The BJP has responded to Chief Minister Hemant Sorens opposition to the recently passed Mines and Minerals (Development and Re

Rahul Gandhi's remarks unacceptable: BJP

Privilege notice against Rahul Gandhi over remarks against Amit Shah

CBI Arrests Fugitive in Murder Case of Trinamool Leader Bhadu Sheikh

Mumbai, August 15: The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has arrested Masad Sheikh, a proclaimed offender, in connection with the murder of T

US homicide rate hits 75-year low as FBI records sharp 2025 crime fall

US homicide rate hits year low as FBI records sharp crime fall

Maharashtra government to set a task force for drone policy implementation

The policy need is to strengthen existing drone ecosystem and for that government has to assist the existing companies as well attracting new inv

Colombia quake rescuers find signs of life as rebuilding begins

Colombia quake rescuers find signs of life as rebuilding begins

Passenger aboard Air-India Phuket-Delhi flight details harrowing experience

Passenger aboard AirIndia PhuketDelhi flight details harrowing experience

Apply Now: 42 Positions Open at ITAT, Deadline August 16

Mumbai, August 15: Securing a government job is a dream for millions of youth in India. If you are among them, a golden opportunity is knocking a

Passenger lashes out at IndiGo staff after flight cancellation

Passenger lashes out at IndiGo staff after flight cancellation

Police Uncover Fake Gold Scam in Greater Noida, Five Arrested

Greater Noida, August 15: The police in Greater Noida have dismantled a gang that deceived people by showcasing fake gold. Five individuals, incl

ED Arrests Shivanand Neelannavar In Multi-State, Multi-Crore Ponzi Scheme Case

Neelannavar was arrested on August 13 under Section 19 of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), 2002. He was produced before the Special