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AI must work for people: Sam Altman calls for global AI standards at UN

Speaking before the United Nations Security Council, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman highlights the need for international cooperation and democratic overs

Technopark clocks 17% rise in software exports at 17,092 crore in FY26

Technopark evolves as a fast-growing start-up ecosystem

YouTube Shopping expands merchant ecosystem in India as creator payouts surge over 160%

Platform adds Amazon, AJIO, Meesho, Snapdeal and Tata CLiQ; new AI tools to aid product discovery ahead of festive season

Ramanaidu tells irrigation officials to watch north Andhra rivers, regulate Pattiseema and Purushothapatnam pumps

Water Resources Minister asks for round-the-clock watch from the war room; inflows into the Yeleru reservoir are projected to rise to about 27,00

The Paradise review: Nani ki phikki biryani,

The Paradise movie rating: Too much is too bad. Nanis latest release, The Paradise, proves just that. It was a packed theatre as Tollywoods much

Uttar Pradesh BJP takes potshot on Akhilesh Yadav's procession

The BJP on Thursday targeted Samajwadi Party national president Akhilesh Yadav over his proposed Rath Yatra, saying the SP was seeking to demonst

TV actor Varshini Venkat arrested in Chennai for extortion

'Jantar Mantar 2.0 will happen': CJP demands CEC's resignation

The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) has demanded the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, accusing him of undermining voter righ

World Maritime Day 2026: Call to strengthen Keralams maritime sector

Inaugurating the celebrations, A Bijukumar, Vice Chancellor, Kerala University of Fisheries and Ocean Studies (KUFOS) emphasised the need to reim

Microsoft opens India South Central data centre in Telangana

Hyderabad: Microsoft on Thursday, September 24, opened its India South Central data center region in Telangana, expanding its cloud and AI infras

India Cuts Import Duty on Crude Edible Oils to Lower Cooking Oil Prices

To control food inflation and protect household budgets, the Indian government has sharply cut import duties on major crude edible oils. Under th

Rupee declines to one-week low of 95.95 as oil rally fans global rate hike worries

Dollar sales by state-run banks, likely on behalf of the Reserve Bank of India, limited losses and kept the rupee above 96 per dollar.

Draft National Electricity Policy 2026 sent for inter-ministerial talks

Power Secretary says grid management, not access, is the new challenge as non-fossil capacity hits 300 GW

PhonePe to expand in tier-6 towns and villages in rural push, to deploy over 50 lakh devices

The recently announced MDR framework will allow the company to invest in merchant expansion

Sennheiser launches Momentum 5 wireless and Momentum true wireless 5

Momentum true wireless 5 earbuds are IP54-rated for dust, sweat and splash resistance. Momentum 5 wireless includes both USB-C and 3.5mm audio ca

CJP demands CEC Gyanesh Kumar's resignation in 48 hours, warns nationwide protests

The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) has demanded Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar's resignation within 48 hours for the alleged irregu

Makers of Gulshan Devaiah and Rasika Dugal starrer Little Thomas drop first song Do Guna Zindagi, a childhood joy anthem shot across Goa

Remember the unbridled joy of being seven years old and waiting for a dream to come true? Little Thomas is here to take you back in time. The mak

SC dismisses Danam Nagender's plea against disqualification

Four killed as car rams omni bus from behind in Perambalur

Andhra has locked in 6.5 GW data centre pacts, says Lokesh

Google AI project work under way; minister says water will come from sustainable sources and 70% power from renewables

48 hrs for you to resign or Jantar Mantar 2.0: CJP to CEC Gyanesh

New Delhi: Calling Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar the biggest anti-national in the country, the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) on Thursda

Odisha May Extend School Closure by 1-2 Days as Heavy Rains Persist

As relentless downpours continue to batter large swathes of Odisha under the influence of a deep depression, students across the state may have t

Kerala HC says investigating officer can also be appointed as prosecutor in court-martial case as per Navy regulations

Court holds that this will not violate accused persons fundamental right to a fair trial

FSSAI proposes to ban analogue paneer, notifies draft amendments

The amendment is proposed to restrict manufacturing and sale of analogue product as paneer so as to prevent misleading of consumers regarding the

Trump-Putin December summit? Kremlin says no decision yet

Telangana to be Developed as an International Tourist Destination: Bhatti

Bhatti Vikramarka called for the integrated development of various tourism segments in Telangana

BJP Leader Mukhtar Abbas Naqvi Defends Election Commission Amid Opposition Criticism

Mukhtar Abbas Naqvi defends the Election Commission against opposition claims, emphasizing the importance of disagreement in democracy. BJP Leade

Seven Hyderabad billionaires in Hurun top 100 richest list

Hyderabad: Seven Hyderabad-based billionaires have featured in the top 100 of the Hurun wealth list. Their combined wealth is estimated to be Rs

Satnam, Salman wins India

Nagoya: Satnam Singh and Salman Khans double sculls bronze turned out to be the saving grace as the embattled Indian rowing team produced one of

Google Cloud pushes Gemini deeper into Indias businesses

At an event in Bengaluru, Google Cloud outlined its India strategy, which combines Gemini AI models and infrastructure, to take AI from pilots in

MBS's Troops 'BOMBED' In Surprise Attack By Houthis; Saudi Ally Soldiers Hit In Yemen's Jazan

A Saudi troop gathering and weapons warehouse reportedly came under attack near Jazan as fighting between Saudi Arabia and Yemens Houthis intensi

CJP Founder Highlights Tribal Clinic Issues

CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke visited a government tribal health clinic and shared a video.During the visit, Dipke sarcastically commented on the al

'Gyanesh must go': Congress to hold protest marches to state ECs on Sept 25

India Advocates for Universal Right to Development at UN General Assembly

India reaffirms commitment to the right to development at UN, calling for international cooperation and multilateral reforms. India Advocates for

Two beavers built a 115-foot dam in Dorset in just a year. Formed a shaded woodland and is now a wetland where otters fish and barn owls hunt

In Dorset, the reintroduction of beavers has led to significant landscape transformation, creating a wetland habitat. Their dam-building activiti

IRDAIs new distribution reforms: Insurers need to balance efficiency, quality advice

Proposals like lower expense limits and commission regulations will change business dynamics for insurers and create new challenges, said the MD

Tough draws for Lakshya, Sindhu; Satwik-Chirag eye another gold

Nagoya: Lakshya Sen and PV Sindhu face a stern test after being handed challenging draws, while defending champions Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and C

Air India Express Offers Students 10% Discount on Domestic Flights

To avail of the student offer, passengers must be aged 12 or above and carry a valid student photo ID issued by a recognised educational institut

Asian Games: Japan's wonderkid Ohashi breaks world record to win gold

Japan's 17-year-old swimmer Shin Ohashi has set a new men's 200 metres breaststroke world record, clocking 2:04.83 at the Asian Games in Tokyo, s

LeBron James childhood friend Maverick Carter asks court to cut $25K monthly child support to $0: What we know about his dispute with ex Crystal Streets

Maverick Carter is in a legal dispute with his ex-girlfriend Crystal Streets regarding child support for their daughter. He claims that since the

Rajinikanth's 'Jailer 2' fun promo brings back Nelson and Anirudh

If Gyanesh Kumar Doesnt Resign In 48 Hours, We Will Sit On Protest In Delhi: CJP's Abhijit Deepke

The controversy surrounding the Election Commission of India has intensified after the reported differences within the poll panel over the Specia

India must reduce oil, gas dependence, shift to renewables: Power Secretary

Agarwal flags storage, nuclear roadmap and flexibility mandates as India scales renewables and grid stability challenges grow

BJP Reshuffles Organizational Ministers, Assigns Key Responsibilities Across States

The BJP has appointed 24 organizational ministers to strengthen its presence across various states ahead of upcoming elections. BJP Reshuffles Or

Check renewed health cover for hidden limits before making a claim

Compare the new policy with the old one, disclose health changes when seeking higher cover, and obtain written confirmation of the increased sum

Shah Rukh Khan Tops Hurun India Rich List 2026 with Rs 10,000 Crore Wealth

Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan continues to reign supreme as Indias richest actor, according to the newly released Hurun India Rich List 2026

Turkiye agrees to withdraw forces from key Iraq military base

Ankara: Turkiye has agreed to gradually withdraw forces from a strategic military base in northern Iraq and hand over its control to the Iraqi go

Govt Cuts Import Duty On Major Edible Oils To Ease Consumer Prices

NEW DELHI, Sept 24: The Government has reduced the Basic Customs Duty (BCD) on major imported crude edible oils to moderate domestic prices and p

SC rejects pleas challenging AIMIM MLA

New Delhi: The Supreme Court on Thursday, September 24, dismissed pleas challenging the election of AIMIMs Mufti Mohammad Ismail Abdul Khalique a

Congress CWC To Meet On Sep 29 Over CEC Gyanesh Kumar, SIR Row

Party To Discuss Strategy Over Demand For CECs Removal And Electoral Roll Revision

ASMS, Ampivo plan rural rollout of farm services app

The Agri Kisan Setu app provides market price information, buyer-seller connectivity, agricultural tutorials, government-scheme information and a

NASA is building a mysterious X plane that may fly at extreme speed

NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman has teased a mysterious X-plane concept resembling the legendary SR-71 Blackbird, hinting at a renewed push int

No hostels and poor PGs: inside Indias student housing crisis

The crisis is compounded by the countrys reliance on centralised, national entrance examinations that route students, often for the first time in

No hostels and poor PGs: inside Indias student housing crisis

The crisis is compounded by the countrys reliance on centralised, national entrance examinations that route students, often for the first time in

NSEs role as trading platform will prevail over business interest: Srinivas Injeti

The public issue marked a significant milestone for the NSE, whose listing plans had remained stalled for nearly a decade amid regulatory hurdles

CJP Demands Gyanesh Kumar

The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) has called for the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar and announced a 48-hour deadline, war

Solar pump removes 65,000 gallons of contaminated groundwater in two years in CA

Odisha Joins Hands with ADB to Revolutionise Urban Mobility Across BKPPER

The Housing & Urban Development (H&UD) Department of the Government of Odisha, in collaboration with the Asian Development Bank (ADB), hosted an

BJP Spent Rs 287 Crore On Bengal Polls, More Than Congress In 5 States

BJPs Bengal Outlay Exceeded Congress Combined Spending In Four States And Puducherry

Asian Games 2026: Dilpreet Shines As Indian Men's Hockey Team Beat South Korea 8-2

Defending champions India will be eyeing a clean sweep in the group stage in their bid to retain their gold for the first time and seal a direct

4-Member Panel To Probe Land Irregularities Linked To KCR

Telangana govt forms 4-member panel to probe 16 cases of alleged land irregularities, including properties linked to former CM K Chandrasekhara R

Suraj Pancholi Addresses Online Trolls Amid Controversy Surrounding Disha Salians Death

Actor Suraj Pancholi speaks out against online trolling and threats, emphasizing the need for responsible journalism in light of recent controver

Conversational AI firm Gupshup launches agentic AI solution for real estate

The solution combines agentic AI with property, inventory and CRM systems to support discovery, lead qualification, sales and post-sales interact

CIAL launches aviation consultancy services under CIAL ACES

Satheesan said that the companys expertise would be used to offer specialised services to airports and aviation stakeholders nationwide

Actor Nanis wife Anjana Yelavarthy reveals why she stopped straightening her hair: Could my curls be pretty too?

Nanis wife Anjana Yelavarthy recalled how she once struggled to accept her naturally curly hair and wished for straight locks. A conversation wit

When umpires disagree: 10 questions at the heart of the Election Commission row

The Election Commission is facing questions over reported disagreements between two election commissioners and the CEC on electoral-roll manageme

Asian Games athletics: Speed Climbers Joga Purty and Deepu Mallesh gear up for Asiad debut

India's speed climbers Joga Purty, 19, and Deepu Mallesh, 28, are set to make their Asian Games debut, with climbing events beginning September 2

XLRIs Metamorphose 2026 to Bring CHROs and People Leaders to Udaipur to Shape the Future of Work

Jamshedpur (Jharkhand) [India], September 24: Organisations today are preparing for a rapidly changing world of work, where transformation extend

Passenger forced to take another bus; officials told to pay Rs 60K

The Perambalur district consumer commission has mandated Tamil Nadu State Transport Corporation to pay compensation. This ruling followed a compl

Put hard pears in a tightly closed paper bag: The gas they naturally release gets trapped inside and speeds up the ripening process that takes 7-10 days

To enhance the flavor and texture of pears, it's important to note that they are usually harvested while still firm. For a speedy ripening proces

Asian Games 2026: YES Bank launches nationwide campaign for Team India

The bank's campaign for the Aichi-Nagoya Games includes a film airing in seven languages on more than 25 TV channels, alongside print, outdoor an

Amrita Rao and husband RJ Anmols Mumbai home features soft pink interiors, bold pink entrance door, mirror-panelled walls, Audrey Hepburn artwork and a priceless MF Husain painting inspired by Raos iconic film Vivah

Amrita Rao house tour: Amrita Rao and RJ Anmol opened the doors to their Mumbai home in a recent vlog. Their residence features a pink color sche

PoJK protest crackdown: Activists urge UNHRC to set up independent probe

Digital Desk | Geneva, Sep 24 (IANS) Human rights violations and socio-economic deprivation in the Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoJK) wer

Delhi HC denies anticipatory bail to YouTuber Ajeet Bharti in SC/ST Act case

Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 24 (IANS) The Delhi High Court on Thursday denied anticipatory bail to YouTuber Ajeet Bharti in connection with an

Chinese officials, state-run enterprise executives seek legal advice as govt expands anti-corruption campaign: Report

Digital Desk | Colombo, Sep 24 (IANS) As the Chinese government broadens its anti-corruption campaign, government officials, state-run enterprise

Coach Tan Kim Emphasizes Mental Strength for Satwik-Chirag Ahead of Asian Games

Coach Tan Kim believes mental strength is key for Satwik and Chirag to excel in badminton at the Asian Games in Nagoya. Coach Tan Kim Emphasizes

Culture Ministry Joint Secy Harun-or-Rashid takes additional charge of Shilpakala DG

The post became vacant after the one-year contractual tenure of poet and writer Sheikh Rezauddin Ahmed, popularly known as Rezauddin Stalin, expi

The Paradise movie review: An emotionally distant, epic misfire starring Nani

Nanis physical transformation in this Srikanth Odela-directed film is striking, but it cannot make up for a narrative that struggles to establish

Nokia closes China research hub, recalls asking Europe why it uses Huawei

Nokia is shutting its Hangzhou radio R&D centre in China by end-2026, cutting around 1,600 jobs, after its Greater China revenue fell over 58% si

Jackie Shroff recalls how Dev Anand encouraged him during his debut

Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 24 (IANS) Actor Jackie Shroff recently joined judges Karisma Kapoor, Jaaved Jaaferi, Geeta Kapur and Terence Lewis dur

Odisha Floods Claim 7 Lives; Govt Releases Rs 234.84 Crore for Relief and Compensation

The recent spell of severe floods and incessant rainfall across Odisha has claimed seven human lives and caused widespread damage to livestock, c

Florida gas prices top $5 a gallon as statewide average reaches $4.29

Drivers in Florida are experiencing rising petrol prices, with some stations exceeding $5 a gallon. The statewide average has reached $4.29 per g

UAE: Al Qasimi

Ras Al Khaimah: Al Qasimi Palace, popularly known as the UAEs Haunted Palace, has been listed for Dirham 22.5 million (Rs 58,68,35,550). The pric

Avika Gor says music videos give her the freedom to experiment

Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 24 (IANS) Actress Avika Gor has opened up about how music videos have given her the freedom to experiment and explore

CM Fadnavis assures drought relief, loan waiver amid agrarian distress

Digital Desk | Washim (Maharashtra), Sep 24 (IANS) Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Thursday announced that the state government w

Falguni Pathak Unveils New Garba Playlist for Navratri Celebrations

Falguni Pathak launches Garba Nights with Falguni Pathak for Navratri, promising non-stop music and dance. Falguni Pathak Unveils New Garba Playl

No more extension for liquor shop renewals in Andhra; fresh applications invited from September 24

Of 3,650 shops notified, 2,906 paid in full or part by the deadline; applications for the rest open on Thursday and close on October 1, and shops

Man attacks wife with acid in Salem, arrested

The woman sustained injuries and was admitted to Attur Government Hospital

Man attacks wife with acid in Salem, arrested

The woman sustained injuries and was admitted to Attur Government Hospital

NSE duties unchanged after listing, exchange role will prevail: Chairman

National Stock Exchange (NSE), post its listing on the BSE on Thursday, does not see any change in its duties as a stock trading marketplace and