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Two Episodes Left, One Throne at Stake: House of the Dragon Season 3 Update

From a devastating premiere to a shocking death in the penultimate stretch, here's a recap of the biggest moments defining the Dance of the Dragons this season, and everything still hanging in the balance.

29 Jul 2026 2:30 pm
FIR Against 19 Over Alleged Land Fraud Involving Madurai Meenakshi Temple Property

According to the complaint, the accused individuals allegedly conspired to fraudulently transfer the patta and execute illegal mortgage deeds and power-of-attorney registrations involving a high-value property belonging to the temple at Chokkikulam in Madurai

29 Jul 2026 2:29 pm
J&Ks First International Film Festival Attracts Entries from 50 Countries

Scheduled from September 7, IFFJK will present a dynamic blend of film screenings, interactive sessions, masterclasses, panel discussions and cultural showcases.

29 Jul 2026 2:27 pm
PM Modi to Launch 100-Week 'Nasha Mukta Yuva' Campaign on August 2

Nationwide anti-drug initiative aims to mobilise over one crore youth through awareness and community activities.

29 Jul 2026 2:24 pm
Left or Right, Americans Now Prefer Independent And Digital News Over Legacy Media

Liberals remain more likely than conservatives to trust mainstream outlets , but the splintering echoes how conservatives skeptical of their party created a collection of insurgent news sites years ago

29 Jul 2026 2:15 pm
Odisha Govt Orders Evacuation As Over 1 Lakh Hit By Floods

Over 1 lakh people were affected in Balasore, Bhadrak, Mayurbhanj and Jajpur districts, while the government has so far evacuated 23,673 people from low-lying areas.

29 Jul 2026 2:14 pm
Alia Bhatt Urges Relief for Flood-Hit Assam

The death toll in the devastating floods has climbed to 75, with seven more fatalities reported from Sivasagar district on Tuesday.

29 Jul 2026 2:10 pm
Srijana Reviews Civic Issues in Nizampet Ward

The departments concerned were directed to examine the issues, coordinate with the respective agencies and take necessary action for their early resolution

29 Jul 2026 2:00 pm
RS Praveen Kumar Questions Removal of Bulletproof Vehicles

RS Praveen Kumar questioned why some Congress ministers, government whips, senior Congress leaders and some police officers continued to be provided with bulletproof vehicles.

29 Jul 2026 1:56 pm
Issuing of SSD Tokens Suspended On Wednesday

Tokens for Friday darshan would be issued as usual from Thursday afternoon

29 Jul 2026 1:56 pm
LIVE: Rahul-Rijiju Spar Over Remark During Anti-Paper Leak Bill Debate

The expression drew objections from the Treasury benches and was later expunged by Speaker Om Birla

29 Jul 2026 1:41 pm
WhatsApp Introduces Web Calling, Call Transfer and Waiting Room Features

The web calling interface will include call history and favourites, similar to the smartphone and desktop apps

29 Jul 2026 1:37 pm
Jagan Accuses Naidu of Taking Credit for Bhogapuram Airport

Reddy welcomed the inauguration of the Bhogapuram Alluri Sitarama Raju International Airport scheduled for August 1, saying it would emerge as a major driver of growth for North Andhra and enhance business, tourism and connectivity in the region

29 Jul 2026 1:36 pm
Rishab Shetty to Receive Cinema Leadership Award at IFFM

Rishab Shetty has established himself as one of the country's most distinctive cinematic voices through his work, specifically his much-acclaimed 'Kantara' franchise.

29 Jul 2026 1:28 pm
Pawan Kalyan: AP Adopting Science-Driven Approach to Tiger Conservation

Pawan Kalyan said the Nagarjunasagar-Srisailam Tiger Reserve, India's largest tiger reserve, has recorded 68 tigers and 11 cubs in the ongoing All India Tiger Estimation 2026, reflecting the positive impact of sustained conservation efforts.

29 Jul 2026 1:24 pm
SC Closes Coal Block Case Against Former PM Manmohan Singh

Apex court accepts CBI closure report, sets aside summoning order in Talabira-II coal allocation case.

29 Jul 2026 1:19 pm
Bars in Kerala Opening Early Will Get Licenses Suspended: Excise Chief

Bars in Kerala are allowed to remain open only between 10 AM and 12 midnight. Meanwhile Excise Minister M Liju had said that some bars open as early as 5:30 AM by bribing officers

29 Jul 2026 1:18 pm
Parliament Panel on One Nation, One Election Gets Winter Session Extension

Joint committee to continue consultations on bill proposing simultaneous Lok Sabha and Assembly elections.

29 Jul 2026 1:13 pm
Medchal: Man Killed After Being Hit by Speeding Car; CCTV Footage Goes Viral

Man dies after speeding car collision; incident captured on CCTV in Medchal

29 Jul 2026 1:13 pm
All Illegal Meat Shops Along Kanwar Yatra Routes To Be Shut: MCD

The civic body has directed officials to ensure that no unauthorised or unlicensed meat shop functions along the yatra routes or around Kanwar camps.

29 Jul 2026 1:08 pm
Modi Reaffirms Commitment to Tiger Conservation on Global Tiger Day

Prime minister says India is home to nearly 70% of the world's tiger population.

29 Jul 2026 1:05 pm
Govt Should Be Ashamed: CJP's Dipke Warns of Fresh Protest

Dipke alleged that students protesting against the NEET-UG 2026 paper leak had been subjected to excessive force and said the CJP would soon return to the streets if the government failed to change its approach

29 Jul 2026 1:01 pm
Patil Orders High Alert, Quick Power Restoration Amid Rain Forecast

Patil emphasised that the safety of the public and electrical staff must be accorded the highest priority and directed officials to undertake restoration works on a war footing in the event of power interruptions, while strictly adhering to prescribed safety procedures.

29 Jul 2026 1:00 pm
Sheikh Hasina Vows Return to Bangladesh by December Despite Risks

Ousted former prime minister says she is prepared to face arrest or death as she plans to return from India.

29 Jul 2026 12:58 pm
That's Not Good Manners: Jungkook

Jung Kook touched upon the stark contrast between the two encounters

29 Jul 2026 12:56 pm
Woman Found Murdered In Tirupati Lodge

The woman's body was found on the bedy in the lodge room. Police identified that she belonged to Rajasthan. She and her husband, belonging to Pali district in Rajasthan, have been earning a living selling plastic products. The Dhanaraj couple checked into the lodge on July 27. Then they went out on their work and returned only in the evening

29 Jul 2026 12:56 pm
TN Mulls Privatising TASMAC Liquor Shops in Corporations, Municipalities

The proposed move comes amid increasing scrutiny of the functioning of TASMAC outlets and recent efforts by the state government to tighten accountability in liquor sales

29 Jul 2026 12:53 pm
Centre Assures SC of Positive Solution on Gallantry Award Issue by Aug 7

Government seeks time to resolve plea over President's Gallantry Award for former police officer.

29 Jul 2026 12:51 pm
Jharkhand: Top Maoist Misir Besra, Carrying Over Rs 1 Crore Bounty, Arrested

Santosh Mahto alias Basudev Da alias Dilip, who was wanted in 128 cases and carrying a Rs 15 lakh reward on his head, was among those who surrendered, police said.

29 Jul 2026 12:51 pm
Trump Administration to End Medicare Subsidies for Older Americans

The change could leave some 25 million senior citizens facing serious cost increases for prescription drugs, the report said

29 Jul 2026 12:50 pm
Amateur Cricket Match in England Goes Viral After Cheating Allegation

A video, which claims to show a fielder clicking his fingers to imitate the sound of a bat connecting with the ball before a player is called out, has been viewed millions of times on X

29 Jul 2026 12:49 pm
Heavy Inflows Into Kadem Project Amid Incessant Rains in Nirmal

The project is receiving 21,583 cusecs of inflows, while the outflows were only 67 cusecs

29 Jul 2026 12:48 pm
Ryan ten Doeschate Joins Kolkata Knight Riders as Head of Cricket Strategy

The former Netherlands batter will now take up a new role at the KKR franchise, which will oversee cricket strategy, talent acquisition, and development of their teams across the globe

29 Jul 2026 12:40 pm
Russia Issues International Wanted Notice for Telegram Chief Durov

Russian-born Durov - a serial tech founder who has lived outside Russia for years and holds French and UAE passports - has frequently clashed with the Russian authorities as Moscow has tightened its grip on the internet space

29 Jul 2026 12:39 pm
Japan Coral Protectors Race To Save Reefs From Heat Bomb

Experts fear for worst impact on the colonies of polyps and the rich variety of marine life in the subtropical southern Japanese region as record heat and a major El Nino prediction.

29 Jul 2026 12:35 pm
TPCC Coordination Meeting Underway in Delhi; Revanth, Ministers Attend

CM, ministers join TPCC meet in Delhi; focus on current developments, strategy

29 Jul 2026 12:33 pm
OpenAI's Rogue Agent Compromised A Customer At Second Tech Firm, Executive Says

Modal executives emphasized that the company itself was not hacked

29 Jul 2026 12:32 pm
Tamil Nadu DVAC Raids Close Associates of Former Minister Senthil Balaji

A team of DVAC officials arrived at the native residence of Senthil Balaji in Rameswarapatti village, where they are currently conducting a search and questioning the former Minister's parents

29 Jul 2026 12:25 pm
Heavy Rain Lashes Telangana, Jagtials Korutla on High Alert

The north Telangana has been receiving heavy rainfall forcing the district administration to be on high alert

29 Jul 2026 11:29 am
Court Takes on Record CBI Chargesheet in NEET Paper Leak Case

The CBI said that around 20,000 pages of annexures are being scanned, following which these would be submitted after three days

29 Jul 2026 11:28 am
Parents Give Us Life, But Teachers Give It Meaning: CM Revanth Reddy on Guru Purnima

Revanth Reddy said that following the teachings and values imparted by gurus would always lead people towards success.

29 Jul 2026 11:18 am
Bigg Boss 20 Premiere Date, and Probable Contestants List

Bigg Boss 20 is scheduled to premiere on Colors TV and JioHotstar on September 6, 2026.

29 Jul 2026 11:12 am
T-Series Secures Ramayana Audio Rights for Record Rs 75 Crore

T-Series has bought the audio rights for both parts of the film for a whopping Rs 75 crore.

29 Jul 2026 11:09 am
Kerala BJP Chief Targets Student Protest Leaders over CJP's Saurav Das's Post

The BJP leader asserted that protests turning violent would not be tolerated and said anyone attempting to undermine the country, democracy or its integrity must be opposed

29 Jul 2026 11:04 am
El Nino: Ensure All Crops Are Insured, CM Tells Officials

He suggested that the officials should give suggestions to the farmers on the weather conditions, crop study, taking the help of the agriculture universities students. He also suggested that the staff of the Rythu Seva Kendras should be appointed as conveners of action plan committees to work with the farmers in tandem

29 Jul 2026 11:01 am
Muttu Yadav Posted as Jubilee Hills Inspector

Apart from Yadav, half a dozen Inspectors were also transferred in Hyderabad Police Commissionerate limits

29 Jul 2026 10:58 am
10 PMF Members Killed in US-Saudi Strikes on Bases in Iraq

Trump and Netanyahu hold White House talks as renewed Middle East tensions push oil prices higher.

29 Jul 2026 10:52 am
US, Saudi Forces Strike Iran-Backed Militants in Iraq After Fresh Attacks

Trump and Netanyahu hold White House talks as renewed Middle East tensions push oil prices higher.

29 Jul 2026 10:52 am
Sensex Surges Over 700 Points, Nifty Reclaims 24,100 in Early Trade

IT stocks, HDFC Bank and fresh FII buying lift benchmark indices despite weak Asian markets.

29 Jul 2026 10:47 am
Kerala Minister Chennithala Expresses Shock Over Teachers Arrested in Drug Case

Chennithala said it was shocking that teachers were becoming drug carriers and sellers and that the proceeds of the illegal activity were being distributed through them

29 Jul 2026 10:46 am