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Kerala power cuts: Pinarayi Vijayan accuses UDF govt of poor planning

Keralas Leader of the Opposition says LDF government was able to avoid such situations in the past decade by taking necessary steps in advance

Root says England 'learning on the job' in ODIs after 99 not out against India

I think that's one of the biggest challenges for this team and the young guys coming through, Root, told reporters

How musicians are reinventing the centuries-old abhang

Through multimedia presentations, fusion bands and digital platforms, musicians are finding new ways to take the works of saint poets to contempo

Kafir screenshot case in Kerala: Court rejects SITs plea to cancel bail of prime accused Jithin Bhaskaran

The prosecutions argument is that, after being released on bail on July 3, Jithin Bhaskaran violated bail conditions by posting messages on Faceb

Explained | World Press Freedom Day and the Windhoek Declaration

2023 marks the 30th anniversary of World Press Freedom Day.

Nagercoil Sabari Varman custodial death: Family to receive body only after experts review autopsy report

When Ministers S. Rajesh Kumar and Srinath had met them to hand over the financial assistance on July 16, the family refused to accept the financ

Chandigarh University Uttar Pradesh Signs MoUs with 36 Top Global Universities; to provide global exposure for students

Chandigarh University Uttar Pradesh Signs MoUs with 36 Top Global Universities; to provide global exposure for students

SIT Strengthens Case Against Keralas ADGP Ajith Kumar with Revised Report

Thiruvananthapuram, July 17: The Special Investigation Team (SIT) has bolstered its inquiry against Additional Director General of Police (ADGP)

Column | East or west, India is the best

Once the debate is about who we are, its no longer about what went wrong

Supreme Court to examine whether persons deleted from voter list in SIR can be denied welfare schemes

Justice Bagchi noted that the Supreme Courts Bihar SIR judgment established that the ECI cannot decide citizenship for voting rights and must ref

Abdon Mech ahead of his India tour From Our Corners alongside Frizzell DSouza

Places I Find You In, marks Frizzell DSouzas first collaboration with musician Abdon Mech from Nagaland. The duo embark on their From Our Corners

SC extends Bengaluru civic polls to December due to Karnataka SIR

The plea had cited severe logistical challenges due to the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) in Karnataka

Kerala Waqf Board reconstitution: Pinarayi Vijayan accuses UDF govt of surrendering to Sangh Parivar diktats

Opposition Leader alleges that State govt has betrayed' Keralas secular society and minorities by deciding to reconstitute Waqf Board in accordan

Sri Lankas former police chief found dead

Wickremaratna, 63, was police chief between 2020 and 2023. From 2019, he had acted as the acting police chief.

HDFC Life rejects Rs 50 lakh insurance claim over two existing policies: Widow wins after court finds the proposal form never asked about other insurers; full payout ordered

HDFC Life rejects Rs 50 lakh insurance claim over two existing policies: A Kurnool consumer commission has ordered HDFC Life Insurance to pay Rs

New U.S. rule targets green card applicants using govt. benefits

The Trump administration has revived the controversial public charge rule, making it harder for some immigrants to obtain a U.S. green card if th

Nikki Walia Calls Raghav Juyal the Mowgli of Today, Praises His Charm

Mumbai, July 17: Actor Raghav Juyal is well-known for his exceptional comic timing and lively persona. He frequently entertains audiences with hi

Any country doing business with Russia will be 'very severely' sanctioned: Trump

They are passing legislation. The Republicans are putting in legislationVery tough sanctions on any country doing business with Russia. They may

Ahead of U.S. Ambassador arrival, Trump okays 500% tariff Bill on Russian oil; withdraws from India-led ISA

U.S. Ambassador-designate Sergio Gor, who takes charge on January 12, 2026 has said ending Indias Russian oil imports is a top priority

Watch: Census 2027 | Your Questions Answered: Inside Tamil Nadus Biggest Count

Census 2027 | Your Questions Answered: Inside Tamil Nadus Biggest Count

Ganja Worth Rs 1.18 Crore Seized, Two Held

During interrogation, the arrested accused allegedly confessed that they had purchased Ganja from Suresh Kedari and Dharam Shinde, both natives o

ZIM vs BAN Live Streaming: When and where to watch, playing XI, pitch report, weather and head-to-head

Zimbabwe vs Bangladesh Playing 11: Zimbabwe seeks to clinch the T20I series after a commanding opening victory. Bangladesh must win this second m

In Buenos Aires, Argentines Back World Cup Players Over Banner

Some players brandished a banner declaring Las Malvinas Son Argentinas (The Falklands are Argentine) after their 2-1 victory over England in Atla

Becoming Quotient raises 7.5 crore to build a career growth platform

Becoming Quotient raises 7.5 crore to build a platform that makes professional growth measurable, portable and owned by employees

Madras High Court omits names of TVK leaders Vijay, Bussy Anand from writ petition on appointment of law officers

Justice Mohammed Shaffiq directs High Court Registry to drop their names since the petitioners counsel agreed not to press the case against them

Luke Ronchi Resigns as New Zealands Batting Coach to Join Melbourne Renegades

Christchurch, July 17: Luke Ronchi will resign from his position as the batting coach of the New Zealand cricket team. He is set to become the ne

Hit & Run: 2 killed As Vehicle Rams Auto Trolley On Hyderabads ORR

As per reports, the trolley that was transporting sheep from Keesara towards Ghatkesar was parked on the roadside near Rampally.

Gujarat Anti-Terror Agency Arrests 5 Jaish Members, Foils Time Bomb Plot

ATS revealed that one of the arrested operatives possessed advanced knowledge of explosives and was on the verge of constructing a live time bomb

'AI Supercharging Terror Groups, Targeting Children': Australian Minister To NDTV

Tony Burke said the traditional architecture of terrorism- organised cells, clear ideological lines, identifiable networks- is being upended.

55 Cyberabad Police Inspectors shifted in administrative reshuffle

The transfers were made on administrative grounds, as per the order

Ada Sharma to Star in Gajra, Inspired by True Events

Mumbai, July 17: Actress Ada Sharma, known for her strong presence in Hindi, Telugu, and other regional films, is currently in the spotlight for

With climate ambitions in question, EU reforms carbon market

The ETS was already scheduled for review, but the overhaul has become a political flashpoint pitching those carbon-intensive economies against th

Quote of the Day by Epicurus: It is the nature of the wise to resist pleasures, but the foolish to be Greek philosophers timeless wisdom on pleasures and self-control

Ancient philosopher Epicurus founded a school in Athens. He taught simple living and the pursuit of peace of mind. Epicurus believed wise people

Meet Anurag Kumar, Decorated IPS Officer, Named Delhi's Police Commissioner

Earlier, Anurag Kumar served as a Special Director in the Intelligence Bureau (IB), the country's premier intelligence agency.

Covid rising in India again? 12 cases, 4 deaths reported in AP: How an unlinked spike is puzzling officials

Covid Cases in AP? Twelve COVID-19 cases and four deaths were reported in Andhra Pradesh recently. These infections appeared across four district

DMK Demands To Set Up Central Tribunal To Resolve Mekedatu Dam Dispute

DMK MPs will raise their voices strongly against the Mekedatu dam construction attempts and protect Tamil Nadu's legitimate rights over the Cauve

U.S. Senate Bill seeks 100% tariffs on India, 4 other nations for buying Russian oil

The Bill exempts countries, mostly European nations, whose imports of Russian natural gas account for less than 15% of Russia's total natural gas

US Wants To Globalize Fight Against Far-Left 'Terrorism'

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said that far-left terrorism had become a lind spot after the scrutiny on jihadist extremism following the Sep

Vizag: Rivalry Clash Leaves One Dead, One Injured, Knives Missing

One person died, and another was seriously injured after they attacked each other due to grudges flaring from an old dispute on Thursday. However

India's first hydrogen train, with water as its only byproduct, launched: Route, timings, stoppages, how it works and more

India has launched its first hydrogen-powered train, marking a milestone in its push for cleaner and greener rail transport. Flagged off by Prime

Kerala Heroin Network's Dada' Arrested, Lived Luxury Life On Drug Money

His arrest comes after police had earlier seized 609 grams of heroin worth several lakhs of rupees from three interstate migrant workers in Angam

Anupam Kher Completes First Schedule of Shri Ram Bhumi in Ayodhya, Shares Emotional Reflections

Mumbai, July 17: Renowned actor Anupam Kher is currently in the spotlight for his upcoming film Shri Ram Bhumi. He has successfully wrapped up th

Manipur CM Yumnam Khemchand meets Randeep Hooda, Lin Laishram; discusses culture & cinema

Delhi HC to hear PIL on July 20 over 'continuous, intrusive' surveillance at Jantar Mantar protest

The Delhi High Court will hear a PIL regarding surveillance at Jantar Mantar. Protesters allege continuous and intrusive surveillance by police p

Federation Steps In to Resolve Dancers' Union Row

The Federation is the supreme body, and the dancers' union is one of its 23 affiliated unions.

Educational Institutions Vital in Preventing Gender Violence: Charu Sinha

The programme brought together Lecturers and Assistant Professors from Government Degree Colleges and Universities across Telangana to be trained

Efforts to bring black money on right track: Modi

Modi promises to bring back every paisa stashed away abroad

How are GCCs reshaping Indias employment and realty sectors? | Explained

From AI hiring to office leasing, GCCs are emerging as a key force behind Indias urban economic transformation. Heres why States are competing to

Watch: Director R. Gowtham Interview by Meenakshi Shedde | Berlinale 2026

Debutant Tamil director R Gowtham tells Meenakshi Shedde, who has been curator/programmer of Indian/South Asian films for TIFF Toronto and the fo

AI-Generated Video of Drone Show Over Puri Jagannath Temple Goes Viral as Real

We found out that the video is AI-generated.

Israel's parliament dissolves ahead of October election

Israel's parliament dissolved early Friday, ending Prime Minister Netanyahu's coalition government. Controversial bills were passed in marathon s

Edappadi Asks Govt to Implement AIADMK's Cauvery River Project

Accusing the previous DMK administration of deliberately stalling and shelving the Rs 11,250 crore project due to political animosity, Palaniswam

Members of the Problematic Family movie review: R Gowthams explosive Tamil funeral drama

Tamil indies bold new voice R Gowthams debut film, which premiered in the Forum sidebar of Berlinale 2026, is an unorthodox, audacious, rare fami

Column by Devdutt Pattanaik |The rise of marble temples

These majestic places of worship moved away from traditional architecture for a reason, and today they stand as the voice of Sanatana Dharma

Indian Womens Hockey Team Announced for FIH World Cup 2026, Led by Salima Tete

New Delhi, July 17: Hockey India has officially announced the 20-member squad for the FIH Womens World Cup 2026. The team will be captained by Sa

Nizamabad Tahsildar Suspended Over Alleged Illegal Registration of Assigned Lands

Collector Ila Tripathi orders action after inquiry into complaints against Nandipet official

New Zealand Expands Pathway Student Visa From July 20, Key Changes Students Should Know

New Zealand will update its Pathway Student Visa from July 20, introducing flexible study options, longer English courses, and academic progressi

PGIMER BSc Nursing Admit Card 2026 Released; Download Hall Ticket For July 24 Exam

PGIMER BSc Nursing Admit Card 2026 has been released. Registered candidates can download their hall ticket online for the July 24 entrance exam.

Murshidabad train tragedy: Four killed, including 3 children, after passenger train rams pool car

NC Leader Apologizes for Controversial Remarks on Maharaja Hari Singh

Reasi, July 17: In response to intense backlash over controversial remarks regarding Maharaja Hari Singh, National Conference (NC) leader Tariq B

India go with proven performers in predictable picks for women's hockey World Cup

The Indian women's hockey squad for the upcoming World Cup has been announced. This same 20-member team will also compete in the Asian Games late

Modi Flags Off India's First Hydrogen-powered Train from Haryana's Jind

The 89-km distance between Jind and Sonipat will be covered in two hours, with the train halting at 12 intermediate stations

Delhi HC asks police to respondon bail plea by Sharjeel Imam in UAPA case

A Bench of Justice Prathiba M Singh and Justice Vikas Mahajan issued notice on Mr. Imams appeal challenging the trial courts July 4 decision reje

Madras High Court refuses to quash FIR booked against political commentator Ponraj

Justice G.K. Ilanthiraiyan dismisses a petition filed by him to quash the case booked for derogatory remarks against women supporters of TVK

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SC agrees to hear Somnath Bharti's plea challenging election of BJP's Satish Upadhyay in 2025 polls

The Supreme Court will hear Somnath Bharti's plea challenging his election defeat. Bharti contests the victory of Satish Upadhyay from Malviya Na

Indias First Pollution-Free Train: A Historic Journey Begins

Jind, July 17: A new chapter in Indian Railways history has begun. Prime Minister Narendra Modi flagged off the countrys first hydrogen-powered p

PM Modi flags off Indias first hydrogen-powered train from Haryanas Jind

The 89-km distance between Jind and Sonipat will be covered in two hours, with the train halting at 12 intermediate stations

Gen Z Is Pushing Back Against AI: A Reminder That Future Isn't Written

Viral footage of grads booing AI-boosting speakers reveals a deepening generational rift, as Gen Z pushes back against tech elders' optimism

3,000 Trees Face Axe For Uttarakhand Road Project, Activists Up In Arms

On Thursday, protesters dressed in black marked the traditional green festival as 'Black Harela' to protest the destruction of green cover.

400-year-old cannon stolen from Narwar Fort in Madhya Pradesh

Preliminary investigations suggest that some individuals reached the rear of the fort in a vehicle and fled with the piece of artillery kept ther

Atlantic Ocean discovery: Scientists uncover hidden source behind Lost City vents, offering clues to life beyond Earth

Scientists discovered superheated water deep beneath the seabed near Lost City. This water's chemical makeup matches the vents, indicating a hidd

Two brothers killed during argument with relatives in Belagavi district

Senior police officers and personnel from Murgod police station rushed to the spot.

Telangana Govt Marks Major Milestone in Employee Healthcare

The transformative initiative reinforces the Governments commitment to ensuring comprehensive healthcare security and greater peace of mind for e

Americans Are Angry About Data Centers; Politicians Are Feeling The Pressure

Mounting voter concerns over land use and resources have made data centers a national issue; The fight over AI data centers is playing out in com

Prabhas Has an Edge Over Akshay and Ajay Devgn in BO Clash?

The film also features veteran actors Mithun Chakraborty, Anupam Kher, and Jaya Prada in pivotal roles.

Consumer commission awards man Rs 17,727 refund, Rs 10,000 compensation after domestic help leaves midway

A Chandigarh consumer commission ordered a domestic help agency to refund Rs 17,727. The agency also must pay Rs 10,000 compensation for failing

Psychology says you'll often agree with the crowd, even when your gut says otherwise

Humans often conform to group opinions due to a desire for acceptance and to avoid conflict. Solomon Asch's experiments demonstrated how social p

Indias First Hydrogen Train Launched in Jind by Prime Minister Narendra Modi

Jind, July 17: Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated Indias first hydrogen train on Friday at the Jind railway station in Haryana. This train

Who is Anurag Kumar, the ex-Intelligence Bureau special officer now Delhi's new police commissioner?

Anurag Kumar has been appointed as the new Delhi Police Commissioner. He was serving as Special Director in the Intelligence Bureau before this a

Little House on the Prairie series review: Modern, moving take on beloved book series

While some of the updates to Laura Ingalls Wilders semi-autobiographical Little House series may jar, the story of a family searching for home am

First Hydrogen Train Launched in Haryana

Jind, July 17: Prime Minister Narendra Modi flagged off the countrys first hydrogen train from Jind railway station in Haryana on Friday. This tr

'If worry is about credit ...': Shiv Sena (UBT)'s Chaturvedi urges Centre to 'ease out' education minister

Trump Accuses China of Interfering in 2020 Elections with Massive Campaign

Washington, July 17: President Donald Trump has accused China of conducting a large-scale campaign to interfere in the U.S. elections. He claims

Wangchuk Fast Enters Day 20: To Lead Parliament March on Monday

Wangchuk urged people to ensure a massive turnout for the CJP's proposed march to Parliament on July 20, demanding Union Education Minister Dharm

SC allows release of animated film 'Mahaprabhu Jagannath' after Rath Yatra

The Supreme Court permitted the film Mahaprabhu Jagannath's nationwide release. This release will occur on or after July twenty-eighth, following

US Senate bill seeks 100% tariffs on India, 4 other nations for buying Russian oil

A bipartisan bill introduced in the US Senate proposes 100% tariffs on imports from the top five buyers of Russian oil or gas, including India, C

Bantwal police secure man accused of hacking woman in broad daylight

The police said that the accused had consumed rat poison and was admitted to a hospital.

Chembur tree-fall incident: Mumbai BMC mayor orders fresh third-party inquiry

The BMC mayor rejected the clean chit given to the Garden and Roads Departments, while imposing only meagre penalties to the contractors

Skyroot to launch Vikram-1, India's first private orbital rocket from Sriharikota