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Mamata Banerjee Claims Royalty Issues Linked to BJPs Influence

Kolkata, August 5: Mamata Banerjee, the leader of the Trinamool Congress and former Chief Minister of West Bengal, has alleged that she has not r

Work expedited to construct macro drains to carry flood waters to Buckingham Canal

Channis options shrink as Congress refuses to budge in Punjab

JFC's ISL exit is a long-planned strategic move, not linked to anything else: Tata Steel V-P

The VP said Tata Steel had begun reviewing its football strategy last year before deciding that the company should return to its traditional role

I would love to coach England one day: Ben Stokes

Talking about England limited overs skipper Harry Brook, Stokes described him as a freakishly talented player, who surprisingly failed to succeed

Congress Leader Criticizes Unparliamentary Language Against Women in Politics

Mumbai, August 5: Former Chief Minister of Maharashtra and Congress leader Prithviraj Chavan has expressed his discontent regarding a recent soci

EC revises Delhi SIR deadline for the second time in a month

Delhi HC directs NCSC to act on complaint against V-Cs casteist remarks: JNUSU

US and Canada Heart Health Alert: Top experts say this one breakfast nutrient in cereal may help lower heart disease risk

Millions of people in the US and Canada eat cereal for breakfast, but experts say the choice may matter for heart health. Fiber, whole grains, ad

Parliament Watch: Centre collects 32 lakh crore in cesses as India Inc steps up global expansion

The Centre collected over thirty-two lakh crore rupees from cesses and surcharges. Indian companies are increasing overseas investments to acquir

'Hormuz deal with Iran today' Oil slips below $80 on truce hope

Oil prices experienced a significant decline on Tuesday, falling over five percent. Hopes for a diplomatic resolution to the West Asia conflict e

Amnesty International Calls for Release of Imran Khan and Restoration of Rights

Islamabad, August 5: Amnesty International, a prominent human rights organization, has urged the Pakistani government to grant former Prime Minis

Hurdler Shirse won't compete in Asian Games, played CWG stress fractures on foot

Shirse became the first Indian to reach the 110m hurdles finals in the Glasgow Commonwealth Games, with a time of 13.76 seconds. But running with

300 transpersons receive certificate in vocational training

The skill development, which has seen four batches of 300 transpersons graduate, aims to uplift and empower transgender individuals, while also w

Retailers flag illicit trade, unfair pricing practices in online markets

Government moves closer to restoring MDR on UPI merchant payments

Parliamentary amendments propose restoring merchant discount rates on UPI payments. This move aims to encourage digital transactions by allowing

Potential Agreement to Reopen Hormuz Strait Between US and Iran by Wednesday

Washington, August 5: US Treasury Secretary Scott Basent announced on Tuesday that an agreement to reopen the Hormuz Strait between the United St

DDA receives 856 applications for 850 Dwarka Golf Course memberships

Neeraj to face Pathirage in tough field at Lausanne Diamond League

The field will also include Tokyo Olympic silver-medallist Jakub Vadlejch of the Czech Republic, Germany's Julian Weber, Switzerland's Simon Wiel

Metrowater MD inspects Chembarambakkam treatment plant

Satyabrata Sahoo posted as Commissioner of Economics and Statistics

Madras High Court adjourns Pallikaranai construction ban cases to August 20

Chief Justices Bench calls for suggestions to maintain a balance between protecting the environment and developing infrastructure

Mileage dropping, so should fuel cost: taxi operators in Delhi protest against E20

Political discourse still fails women leaders

In Maharashtra, Congress is facing backlash for its remarks against the Deputy CM

Garaga-Roy enter second round men's doubles at Korea Masters

Inter-department coordination meeting reviews preparedness for monsoon-related disease prevention

SC notice to Government on plea against CAPF Act

The Supreme Court has issued a notice to the Centre regarding a plea. This plea challenges the validity of the Central Armed Police Forces Act, 2

Private hospital in Chennai unveils advanced liver suite

Just 18% of sewerage projects completed in 5 years under AMRUT 2.0

A parliamentary panel found only 18% of sewerage projects completed under AMRUT 2.0. This slow implementation pace has raised serious concerns ab

Goa Chief Minister Promod Sawant Meets Home Minister Amit Shah to Discuss Development Projects

New Delhi, August 5: Goa Chief Minister Dr. Promod Sawant met with Union Home Minister and Cooperation Minister Amit Shah on Tuesday in New Delhi

AI can turbocharge India's growth despite job disruption: World Bank

Artificial intelligence can significantly boost developing economies' growth before the decade ends. India leads AI adoption, benefiting farmers

Will wipe off few players, benefit few others: Gopichand on badminton's new scoring system

The 15x3 system (three games of 15 points each) will replace the current 21x3 format (three games of 21 points each) next year. The BWF said the

Withdraw all cases against protesters: CPI MP to Modi

Babar century drought in Tests continues as West Indies fight back in 2nd Test against Pakistan

Babar and Shafique, who rotated strike well on Day 2, stretched their partnership to 183 before West Indies claimed three wickets for five runs

Piyush Goyal likely to visit US for G20 trade meet amid BTA talks

Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal will likely visit the US for the G20 Trade Ministers' Meeting. He is expected to hold bilateral meetings with coun

Owaisi Criticizes Satish Mahanas Statement, Emphasizes Assembly Dignity

New Delhi, August 5: AIMIM leader Asaduddin Owaisi has sharply reacted to a statement made by Uttar Pradesh Assembly Speaker Satish Mahana. He st

Punjab police busts 2 ISI-backed cross-border terror modules

Punjab Police have successfully dismantled two ISI-backed terror modules operating across the border. Nine individuals, including four juveniles,

Govt unveils tax overhaul to woo global investors, boost manufacturing

A new bill aims to attract foreign investment and support key industries. It eases rules for offshore funds and global fund managers operating fr

Outrage Over the Murder of Executive Officer Vimal Kumar: Pappu Yadav Demands Justice and CBI Investigation

Patna, August 5: Following the tragic murder of Vimal Kumar, the Executive Officer of the Dehri-Dalmianagar Municipal Council, independent MP Raj

Centre to launch Sampoorn Gobardhan Scheme on August 10 to boost CBG production

The Centre will launch the Sampoorn Gobardhan Scheme on August 10 to accelerate compressed biogas production. This new scheme offers higher procu

274 Fugitives brought back from 36 nations Since '19

India has successfully extradited 274 fugitive criminals from 36 nations since 2019. This achievement reflects a significant strengthening of the

FIFA refutes report that Infantino sought Trump backing after failed World Cup sell-off plan

The backlash has intensified over Infantino's failed plan to spin off the world football governing body's commercial assets into a new entity bac

Karnataka Congress Defends Candidate Announcements for Speaker and Chairman Positions

Bengaluru, August 5: The Karnataka Pradesh Congress Committee (KPCC) President B.K. Hariprasad defended the partys announcement of candidates for

AP Extends Subsidised Power to Aqua Farmers, Steps Up El Nio Preparedness

He also unveiled steps to stabilise shrimp feed prices and provide relief to tobacco growers.

Food, Festivals Drive Hyderabad Travel Choices

Food, festivals and heritage are emerging as the biggest influences on Hyderabad residents' travel plans, with Japan topping international cultur

Macquarie in advanced talks to buy Fourth Partner Energy

Macquarie Asset Management is close to finalizing a major acquisition of a substantial stake in Fourth Partner Energy, a prominent renewable ener

Pakistani Refugees Celebrate Anniversary of Article 370 Abrogation with Enthusiasm

Samba, August 5: Ahead of the anniversary of the abrogation of Article 370 and 35A from Jammu and Kashmir, the Western Pakistani refugee communit

Engine failure leaves Ro-Ro ferry adrift off Kochi

A Fisheries patrol boat and Marine Enforcement team pursued the drifting ferry, secured it with towing lines, and safely towed it back to the sho

Despite swadeshi push, anti-dumping duties against Chinese firms crawl

Domestic industry suffers from delayed anti-dumping duties on Chinese imports. Cheaper Chinese crawlers and truck cranes continue to enter India.

Chinese Proverb of the Day: A smile dispels many Life lessons on positivity, resilience, kindness, hope, mental strength and why happiness is a choice

Chinese Proverb of the Day highlights the meaning of A smile dispels many worries. The saying reflects the power of positivity, emotional resilie

After Costly Private Treatment, Patients Find Free Robotic Surgery at NIMS a Saviour

With only small bandages on their abdomen, they were resting comfortably in their beds.

Three persons killed in separate road accidents in Vellore

Basic facilities lacking in relief camps, says CPI(M) Kerala secretary M.V. Govindan

The Chief Minister has failed in coordinating effectively while focussing his energies on inaugurating jewelleries and taking part in banquets, s

Nitish Meets Modi After BJP Defeat in Bankipur Poll

JD(U) MLA and strongman Anant Singh blamed the leadership change for the loss and maintained that result could have been different if Kumar had r

Getafe Signs Georgian Center-Back Saba Sazonov for 2026-27 Season

Madrid, August 5: Getafe has officially signed Georgian international center-back Saba Sazonov for the 2026-27 season. The club confirmed the sig

Pellets now part of body of those injured in Parliament march

Plus Two student booked over alleged ragging incident in Keralas Ernakulam

The case stems from a complaint that a 16-year-old Plus One student of a school at Perumbavoor in Ernakulam was ragged and assaulted inside the r

Overall insurance pie has not expanded as expected: HDFC Life MD and CEO Vibha Padalkar

HDFC Life CEO Vibha Padalkar highlights intense competition and rising costs in open architecture. She believes credit life policies are vital an

In 1965, a Polish-American woman chemist made an unexpected discovery and created a compound five times stronger than steel helping in saving lives through bulletproof vests, spacecrafts and helmets

In 1965, a Polish-American woman chemist made an unexpected discovery and created a compound five times stronger than steel helping in saving liv

Expedite claim settlement from flood-hit Assam, IRDAI tells insurers

Revanth to Release Future City's Master Plan

The project is being developed by the Telangana Industrial Infrastructure Corporation (TGIIC) within FCDA limits.

Actor Pradeep Rawat of 'Ghajini' fame dies at 74

Rawat rose to stardom with his portrayal of Ashwatthama in Mahabharat and later went on to work across industries

Farmers Suicide Crisis in Maharashtra: Rakesh Tikait Demands Legal MSP Guarantee

Nanded, August 5: Rakesh Tikait, leader of the Bharatiya Kisan Union, reiterated his demand for a legal guarantee of the Minimum Support Price (M

SC reserves verdict on whether 2-child policy requires reconsideration

The Supreme Court has reserved its verdict on a plea challenging Maharashtra's two-child norm. This norm disqualifies individuals with more than

VIT chancellor Viswanathan calls on Delhi CM

Heavy Rain Leaves a Trail of Mud and Silt on Roads

At Malkajgiris Devibnagar, citizens faced severe issues with waterlogging and muddy streets in the morning hours of Tuesday.

Forest officials arrest two persons for poaching

The duo made the country-made explosives and also sourced some of these from neighbouring Kerala through acquaintances, for hunting of small wild

Govt Offices to Use T-Fiber from Sept. 1

The Telangana government has directed all state offices to switch exclusively to T-Fiber internet services from Sept. 1, ending payments to priva

152 commando recruits join Kerala Police after IRB training

Reviewed the passing-out parade, State Police Chief Ravada A. Chandrasekhar urges the newly inducted commandos to uphold the Constitution, discip

12-Member panel to review NEET PG, centre tells SC

A 12-member expert committee has been formed to review the NEET-PG admission system. This committee will identify system gaps and propose practic

Two persons held for ATM heist in Ranipet

The team had intercepted the duo in the village in Haryana and were brought to Ranipet

D.Y. Patils Passing Marks a Significant Loss for the Nation, Says Congress Leader Bhai Jagatap

Mumbai, August 5: The passing of D.Y. Patil, former Governor of Tripura and Bihar, renowned educator, and Padma Shri awardee, has elicited profou

Revanth for Real-Time Monitoring of Welfare Schemes

Sources said the proposed system will enable continuous monitoring of the progress of government schemes through an integrated digital platform,

'Vulgar' remarks at rally: Udhayanidhi Stalin held, quizzed, granted station bail

Udhayanidhi Stalin was arrested from his Chennai residence following a case registration. He was taken to Thanjavur where a first information rep

Tailor's son from Andhra Pradesh secures more than Rs 1 crore AI job with Canada firm

Akhilesh Malthi has officially landed a remote AI Engineer position at Fabrantic AI, boasting an impressive annual salary of Rs 1.06 crore, court

If You're Man Enough...: Khushbu Sundar Slams Udhayanidhi Stalin's 'Trisha' Remark

The actor and BJP leader spoke exclusively to NDTV on the row over Stalin's alleged double entendre.

Your next flight could carry a different emergency medical kit: What the FAA's overhaul means

NHRC Takes Action Against Child Pornography on Social Media Platforms

New Delhi, August 5: The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has responded to allegations regarding the availability of child-related obscene

Womens quota Bill still on table as Centre explores constitutional amendment before 2029 polls

A proposed constitutional amendment concerning women's reservation is under review by the Centre. This legislation builds on earlier proposals, a

173 Migrants Rescued After Boat Catches Fire In English Channel

It was one of the largest rescue operations reported since records began in 2018 of such dangerous sea journeys from France to the United Kingdom

Rs 18,233-Cr Connectivity Projects to Boost Krishnapatnam Industrial Hub

Of these, Rs 2,212 crore have been completed, while seven of the nine identified road projects, involving an investment of Rs 16,021.51 crore, ar

Digital arrests: SC tells RBI to frame SOP on mule A/Cs

The Supreme Court has directed the RBI to create a standard operating procedure for mule accounts. States and Union Territories must operationali

175 Snatchers Held, 304 Stolen Mobile Phones Recovered During Puri Rath Yatra

Police return first batch of 100 recovered phones to devotees as special anti-snatching drive cracks down on festival thefts.

YSRCP spreading misinformation on NTR Vaidya Seva, says A.P. Health Minister

Satya Kumar Yadav dares YSRCP president YS Jagan Mohan Reddy for a public debate on NTR Vaidya Seva

Processed Foods and Sedentary Lifestyles Pose Health Risks for Indians, Warns Expert

Hyderabad, August 4: Renowned gastroenterologist Dr. Rakesh Kalapala has highlighted significant changes in eating habits, increased consumption

Processed Foods and Sedentary Lifestyle Increasing Health Crisis for Indians: Expert

Hyderabad, August 4: Renowned gastroenterologist Dr. Rakesh Kalapala has highlighted that significant changes in dietary habits, the rising consu

Deficit is a myth, says A.P. CM Naidu

Conventional economic indicators should not be regarded as the sole measure of an economys health, says Chandrababu Naidu

CPI MP urges PM to end persecution of Gen Z protesters by government supporters

Rajya Sabha MP alleges RSS workers and BJP leaders are targeting students who led protests over paper leaks; demands government withdraw all case

Drowsiness, Speeding Major Causes of Early-Morning Road Accidents in AP

The issue has come into focus following a series of accidents on National Highway-16.

Ash clouds, emergency alerts, mass evacuations: What's happening in Guetamala after violent volcano eruption?

Guatemala's Fuego Volcano has erupted with increasing intensity, prompting an emergency alert. Towering ash clouds and lava flows are forcing nea