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Century Ply's 10-Year Cover: What You Need to Know

Century Ply is betting on its new 10-year Total Cover assurance program to drive premium growth by covering full furniture replacement costs and

US forces advised to hit Iran in 'creative' ways as Trump fires decapitation warning | Updates

US President Donald Trump on Monday said negotiations with Iran were continuing despite Tehran denying any ongoing talks, describing the current

Why has Parliament increased the number of Supreme Court judges? | Explained

This is the first increase in the courts strength since 2019, when Parliament raised the sanctioned strength from 31 to 34 judges

'Radd, Jaach, Reform': Jharkhand students demand cancellation of TDPL-conducted exams

Astronomers prepare as SpaceX rocket stage nears moon strike

The rocket stage is currently expected to hit near Einstein crater on the moon on August 5 at 12:05 pm IST

Sampoorna Gita Parayanam: 10,000 devotees recite Bhagavad Gita together in Texas, USA

Kidney Stone Prevention Initiative Led by Himalaya Wellness Company Unites More Than 8,200 Doctors Across India, Earns Asia Book of Records Recognition

Nationwide doctor-led awareness drive on kidney stone prevention recognized for scale and reach, reinforcing the role of preventive healthcare in

English Skills Emerging as a Critical Employability Benchmark in The Age of AI, Say Educators at Cambridge Conference

Product of the Year Announces 2026 Winners Consumers Celebrate Innovation

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Biotech International Limited Reports Strong FY2025 Performance

The New Delhi-based company manufacturing and marketing biological products for agriculture and public health reported revenue in the range of IN

FSSAI bans old monk: Why did regulator stop sale of three variants of the popular Rum?

The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India has initiated action against certain alcoholic beverage makers. Manufacturers allegedly used ext

Vijay Govt Mulls White Paper on Temple Irregularities Under DMK Rule

He objected to the remarks against Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijays silence over the Cauvery water issue. He said there was no need to sort out th

'Pakistani mediators compromised, favour Iran at expense of US': Defence analyst General Jack Keane

Retired US General Jack Keane criticized Pakistan and Qatar as compromised mediators in Iran diplomacy. He stated both nations favor Tehran over

Jewellery stock in focus as company allots shares to promoter, repays debt to 2 more consortium banks

Shares of Delhi-based PC Jeweller will be on investors' radar, as the company has shared key updates on its debt-clearing progress and capital st

'Violations affect citizens directly': Maharashtra FDA chief Tukaram Mundhe on food crackdown

Sunlight as a Luxury: Why Natural Light Is the New Status Symbol

Discover why natural light, biophilic design, and passive cooling have replaced expensive materials as the ultimate markers of timeless luxury re

Manish Tewari submits adjournment notice in Lok Sabha seeking discussion on new anti-defection law to curb opportunistic mass defections

Congress MP Manish Tewari sought to suspend parliamentary business for urgent discussion. He proposed a new anti-defection law to curb opportunis

Fire breaks out at electronic chip unit in Noida, two firefighters killed, three injured

The firefighters were attempting to douse the blaze when a wall and an iron beam inside the factory suddenly collapsed, injuring five of them, th

BCCI plans to bring in three new pacers if India fail to qualify for WTC final

Jasprit Bumrahs constant battle with injuries has forced BCCI to build a new pace attack in Test cricket. The star pacer will remain the go-to op

Jyotiraditya Scindia Calls for Introspection After BJPs Setbacks in By-elections

New Delhi, August 4: Following the BJPs defeat in the Datiya by-election in Madhya Pradesh and the Bankipur by-election in Bihar, senior party le

Quote of the day by Ren Descartes: It is just as valuable to be censured by friends as it is splendid to be Sometimes the hardest truth is the one we need most

Quote of the day: Rene Descartes, the French philosopher, posited that constructive criticism from friends is invaluable. He maintained that auth

Amnesty condemns crackdown in Rawalkot as CPJ raises alarm over journalist disappearances, communications blackout

Global watchdogs condemn escalating state violence and press restrictions in Rawalakot. Amnesty International and CPJ Asia demand an end to the c

Tamil Nadu weather today (August 4): IMD forecasts rain, thunderstorms in Chennai, Madurai and other regions

Tamil Nadu rain today: Moderate rainfall is expected across several Tamil Nadu districts including Chennai on Tuesday. Thunderstorms with lightni

WhatsApp puts multiple accounts under review, temporarily blocks access for users

Fire breaks out at electronic chip unit in Noida, 2 firefighters killed, 3 injured

A massive fire erupted at an electronic chip manufacturing unit in Noida. Two firefighters tragically lost their lives while battling the intense

HC Reserves Verdict on Plea Alleging Norm Violations in Suspended CI's Interrogation

Opposing the plea, the government pleader submitted that the SIT was conducting the interrogation strictly in accordance with the High Courts dir

Death toll from Venezuela June earthquakes tops 6,000

In June, Venezuela experienced two catastrophic earthquakes, resulting in the tragic loss of 6,125 lives, as reported by lawmaker Jorge Rodriguez

Akanksha Chaudhary Defends Ram Kapoor Amid Controversy Over Kissing Incident

Mumbai, August 4: Akanksha Chaudhary remains in the spotlight following her exit from the Netflix reality show Lock Up 2. Amid the controversy su

Namo Bharat closes entry, exit at 17 stations till August 12 due to Kanwar Yatra; check list

If you are thinking of travelling on the Namo Bharat train in the coming daysduring the Kanwar Yatra, you may need to plan your journey in advanc

Kangana responds to trolls over partying videos

Actress unapologetically accepts her transition from a moderate Hindu to an awakened Hindu Actor-politician and BJP MP Kangana Ranaut has said sh

This teen from Massachusetts has developed technology that turns footsteps or any movement into usable electricity

A young student has developed an energy-harvesting system called VERDA. This technology captures power from everyday movements for cleaner energy

Entertainment Buzz

Ariana Grande to step back from spotlight amid health scrutiny Actor-musician Ariana Grande has announced that she is stepping out of the spotlig

Maharashtra issues order on safe food in schools

The order, issued by the Maharashtra Food Safety Commissioner, Tukaram Mundhe, directs that all food in schools should align with the dietary gui

25 States File Lawsuit Against Trump Administration Over Section 301 Tariffs

New York, August 4: A coalition of 25 states in the United States has filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration. According to court docume

Will conduct thorough introspection of bypoll results in Bankipur, Datia: BJP chief Nitin Nabin

BJP president Nitin Nabin accepted the people's mandate in three assembly by-elections. The party will conduct a thorough introspection of electi

52 Blue with stars Neha Dhupia, Adil Hussain to be screened at IFFM

52 Blue, featuring Neha Dhupia and Adil Hussain, is set to screen at the Indian Film Festival of Melbourne. The film is directed by Ali El Arabi

Govt proposes mandatory Vehicle-to-Vehicle communication systems from Oct 2028 to cut road crashes

Actors Vikrant Massey, Vedika Pinto, left, and Mahima Makwana, right, pose for photographs during the success party of Musafir Cafe web series in Mumbai on Sunday night. (PTI)

Devotees Gather for Divine Bhasma Aarti at Mahakaleshwar Temple

Ujjain, August 4: During the auspicious month of Sawan, devotees across the country are performing water offerings at Shiva temples. On the sixth

25 US states sue Trump over latest global tariffs on 59 countries; what it means for India

A coalition of twenty-five Democratic-led US states filed a lawsuit against the Donald Trump administration over latest global tariffs on 60 coun

FM Sitharaman to introduce Taxation and Other Laws (Amendment) Bill as Lok Sabha takes up key financial business

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will introduce the Taxation and Other Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2026, in the Lok Sabha. This legislation seeks t

'Folded like an umbrella...': Trump blasts Pirro, says she 'choked' in dropping reflecting pool case

NDA Parliamentary Alliance to Hold Mangal Milan Meeting for Monsoon Session Strategy

New Delhi, August 4: The NDA parliamentary alliance will convene a Mangal Milan meeting on Tuesday at the Parliament Library Building (PLB). The

'Be Creative, Unconventional': US Military Asks Troops To Find New Ways To Punish Iran

A source noted that CENTCOM is looking at everything, acknowledging it needs to reevaluate the strategy.

WestJet reaches tentative deal with flight attendants after strike snarled weekend traffic

WestJet and flight attendants have reached a tentative agreement to end a disruptive strike. This deal aims to resolve disputes over pay for pre-

Iran says Oman talks focused on temporary Hormuz route

Tehran, Aug 3: Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei said Monday that negotiations between Iran and Oman are focused on reaching an

Japan casts military buildup as path to economic prosperity

Japan's government promotes its military expansion as a path to economic growth. The defense white paper advocates for technology and startup fun

World Watch

Greek wildfires halted after chopper crash Athens, Aug 3: Water-dropping planes swooped over a major wildfire west of Athens Monday, a day after

Death Toll from Venezuela Earthquake Rises to 6,125

Caracas, August 4: The death toll from the recent earthquake in Venezuela continues to rise, with the latest official update from National Assemb

Telegram unavailable on App Store? Here's what messaging app said after it allegedly disappeared

Telegram's messaging application has been restored on Apple's App Store. The popular platform experienced a temporary unavailability earlier toda

Weather LIVE Updates: Weather Office Issues Heavy Rain Alert Across Several States

Weather Today, Delhi-NCR Rain, Monsoon Live Updates: IMD issues red and orange warnings for thunderstorms, heavy rain, and gusty winds in multipl

Nepal seeks India nod for its National Identity Card

Kathmandu, Aug 3: Nepal has formally requested India to recognise its National Identity Card (NID) as a valid travel document for cross-border tr

Aung San Suu Kyi Meets Red Cross Official In Rare Contact Since 2021 Coup

Myanmar's detained ex-leader Aung San Suu Kyi met with an ICRC official Monday, in her first known contact with the outside world since the 2021

Indonesian ferry fire claims five lives; unknown number of people missing

Surabaya, Aug 3: Indonesian rescuers searched for possible missing passengers Monday after rescuing 231 people from a ferry that caught fire the

Preeti Pawar opens up on setting tone for India's seven-gold boxing triumph in Commonwealth Games

India's boxing contingent won seven gold medals and three silver medals at the Commonwealth Games 2026. Preeti Pawar, who was the first Indian bo

India Post Recruitment 2026: Staff Car Driver Posts Open, Salary Up To Rs 63,000

India Post Recruitment 2026: Applicants must have Class 10, a valid driving licence for light and heavy vehicles, three years driving experience.

Video: Indian YouTuber Met A German Girl In Bali, Now Their Love Story Is Going Viral

Today, videos documenting their journey are being watched by millions online, with viewers praising the pair's chemistry and genuine bond.

Money Sitting Idle In Bank? Sweep-In FD Can Earn More Without Locking It All

A sweep-in FD doesn't offer a higher interest rate than a regular FD. Its attraction is access to money without having to disrupt the entire depo

US-Iran war: Shipping traffic at key Gulf waterways little changed on uncertain peace talks

Gulf waterway traffic held steady as United States and Iran talks progressed ambiguously. Bab el-Mandeb strait saw unchanged vessel crossings, wi

Karnataka: Shivakumar Assures Roles for Excluded Congress Leaders

Shivakumar acknowledged that some leaders were upset over not being inducted into the Cabinet and said the party would speak to them and address

'Dropping Out Was My Best Decision': BTech Dropout Claims Rs 4.86 Lakh Monthly Salary

A BTech dropout's viral X post claiming a Rs 4.86 lakh monthly salary has started a fresh debate on whether skills matter more than college degre

Heavy Rains Likely in Several Telangana Districts Till 9 AM

Hyderabad is expected to remain dry till the afternoon.

Death Toll from Venezuela Earthquake Rises to 6,125, Official Update Released

Caracas, August 4: The death toll from the recent earthquake in Venezuela continues to climb. An official update from the President of the Nation

Stray SpaceX Rocket Piece Will Crash Into Moon On August 5. Is There Any Danger?

The debris plume from the impact would have the central ejecta spike reaching roughly 47 to over 60 miles in altitude.

Trump Says Iran Facing 'Last Chance Before Decapitation'

Trump said he agreed to continue to pursue talks with Iran at the request of Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, Qatar and other countries

Delhi weather live: Parts of national capital receive early morning rains

Today weather updates (August 4): IMD forecasts heavy rain across parts of India; extremely heavy rainfall likely in Assam, Northeast

Heavy to very heavy rainfall is forecast across many Indian regions on Monday. Isolated extremely heavy rainfall is expected over Assam, Meghalay

WhatsApp Down? Thousands Report Problems Sending Photos, Videos And Stickers

Thousands of WhatsApp users reported problems sending photos, videos, stickers and other media files, with complaints emerging from several count

Gene Solutions Advances Precision Oncology Education in Malaysia with the ''Beyond Actionable'' Academy

Gene Solutions Advances Precision Oncology Education in Malaysia with the ''Beyond Actionable'' Academy

Hyatt Regency Kuala Lumpur At KL Midtown: A Refined Urban Retreat Recognised For Design Excellence

Hyatt Regency Kuala Lumpur At KL Midtown: A Refined Urban Retreat Recognised For Design Excellence

IMD Issues Red and Orange Alerts for Severe Weather Across Multiple States

New Delhi, August 4: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued district-wise nowcast warnings for several states, alerting residents a

TripGain Launches Agentic AI Infrastructure for Enterprise Travel & Expense, Combining MCP with its API Gateway to Unlock Connected Travel Ecosystems

TripGain Launches Agentic AI Infrastructure for Enterprise Travel & Expense, Combining MCP with its API Gateway to Unlock Connected Travel Ecosys

Bringing Indias forgotten games back to life; MobiKwik posts Rs 7.6 Cr net profit

Vinitas unending fascination for traditional Indian games is the fuel that keeps Kreeda going. The Chennai-based organisation is dedicated to res

Husband, Lover Arrested For Killing Wife, Dumping Body In UP River

A man and his purported lover have been arrested for allegedly murdering the former's wife and disposing her body in the Gomti river, officials s

Trump's bank accounts were closed due to concerns over possible money laundering: Capital One

Capital One closed Donald Trump's accounts in 2021 after flagging suspicious financial activity. The bank stated these closures resulted from ant

Tamil Nadu Class 10 Supplementary Result 2026 Out; Download Marks Memo

Results can also be accessed via DigiLocker, UMANG app, or SMS. Original marksheets will be issued by schools and are required for admissions.

Delhi, Noida, Gurgaon, Ghaziabad weather today (August 4): National capital to see cloudy skies, rain spells; IMD issues thunderstorm warning for some areas

Delhi anticipates generally cloudy skies with light rain spells throughout the week. Noida and Ghaziabad may experience thunderstorms accompanied

Kashmirs once-volatile Pulwama gives birth to its first Mixed Martial Arts champion

Hailed for his aggressive stance and tough body structure, Yaqoob took centre stage in the world of MMA on Sunday after defeating Bulgarian fight

Kamal Haasan Seeks Clarity on Mekedatu Project, Stresses Cauvery Water Safeguards

The Cauvery water dispute is a long-running inter-state river water-sharing conflict with Karnataka and Tamil Nadu being the principal parties

AAP alleges BJP conspiracy to delete 30 lakh Delhi voters through SIR

Aam Aadmi Party leader Somnath Bharti criticizes the BJP and Election Commission's voter revision process. He claims the exercise aims to delete

Licensed Firearm Cannot Be Used For Celebratory Firing: Court

It said every arms licensee is duty-bound to maintain proper records of ammunition purchased and consumed, the court observed.

Democrats lead Republicans on economy as Trump approval falls, poll finds

Americans now see Democrats as better economic managers than Republicans. President Donald Trump's approval rating has fallen to thirty-five perc

Two fire tenders killed, 3 injured after fire breaks out at electronics factory in Greater Noida

Two firefighters were killed and three others injured after a wall and a steel beam collapsed during efforts to extinguish a massive fire at an e

Who Runs Meghalaya The Elected or the Appointed?

By Napoleon S. Mawphniang Something happened to me personally just three months ago. I walked into a government office in Shillong with document

Heading: Who will reap the dividends from Gen Zs victory over Narendra Modi?

By S. N. M. ABDI Sonam Wangchuk was physically lifted from Jantar Mantar by policemen on the twenty-first day of his fast-unto-death and taken to

Astronaut Spots Heart-Shaped Lake From Space, Says Earth Feels Like It's Sending A Message

In her post, Adenot wrote that seeing hearts in nature always makes her happy.

Nightmare for Trump

The worlds most powerful leader is blowing hot and cold, climbing up and climbing down on his stated positions with rare ease and keeping his ow

Parliament Monsoon Session 2026 LIVE Updates: NDA's 'Mangal Milan' Meet Today, PM Modi Likely To Join Strategy Session

Parliament Monsoon Session 2026 LIVE Updates: The 'Mangal Milan' meeting is virtually the rebranded weekly NDA parliamentary party strategy sessi

US-Iran war: 'Unknown projectile' strikes cargo vessel off Oman's Al Khasab, UKMTO says probe on

A cargo vessel was struck by an unknown projectile near Al Khasab, Oman. This incident occurred amid heightened regional tensions and ongoing dis

Himanta Sarma Visits Flood-Hit Areas; Compensation To Begin After August 9

Assam Floods: The Chief Minister Himanta Sarma took the help of tractor to inspect the flood-ravaged Nepalikhuti area of Bihubar under the Nazira