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Gujarats Disa to Host Asias First Desert-Themed Night Safari and Zoological Park

Gandhinagar, August 12: The Central Zoo Authority (CZA) has approved the construction of Asias first desert-themed zoological park, featuring a d

Government college teachers in Puducherry seek withdrawal of G.O. on Career Advancement Scheme

Japan Secures First Shipment of Crude Oil from Canada Amid Middle East Tensions

New Delhi, August 12: Japan has successfully received its first shipment of crude oil from Canada amid escalating tensions in the Middle East. Pr

India Gets Children Into Schools: Now, This Independence Day, Let

Indias rural schools need stronger infrastructure, better learning and community support to secure every childs future.

Apple Pay May Be Coming to India. But Theres a Catch

Calico Ghost Town: How a thriving silver town in the Mojave Desert collapsed in just 12 years

Calico, a once-thriving town in California, saw its fortunes rise with a silver rush that began in 1881. Unfortunately, the gold rush faded by th

Amid Air India pilot marijuana row, Singer Kunal Ganjawala reveals how his forefathers started marijuana cultivation for medicinal purposes during British rule

Kunal Ganjawala, the well-known singer, has shed light on the interesting legacy behind his surname, which relates to his family's historical inv

Former President Ram Nath Kovinds Autobiography Launched Amid Praise for His Simplicity

New Delhi, August 12: The autobiography of former President Ram Nath Kovind, titled Triumph of the Indian Republic: My Life, My Struggles, was la

Tata Group stocks fall; TCS tumbles nearly 6%

Chairman N. Chandrasekarans decision not to seek reappointment has sparked investor concerns, leading to significant declines in key Tata Group s

TCS, TMPV, Tata Steel: Analyst flags key levels to track in Tata group stks

Virat Jagad, technical research analyst at Bonanza identifies key support and resistance levels in 5 prominent Tata group stocks amid Tata Sons c

NDA MPs protest against Congress over Jharkhand students protest

Baara Number: Vir Das wraps shoot for his second directorial

The film stars Vir along with Sheeba Chaddha, Suhail Nayyar, Arunoday Singh, Ahsaas Channa, Atul Kulkarni, Niharika Lyra Dutt, Shriya Pilgaonkar,

How often are pilots drug-tested and what happens after a positive result

From pre-employment checks to post-accident screening, here's what India's rules say about pilot drug testing, positive results, rehabilitation,

Ready to answer any question: Amit Shah hits back at Rahul Gandhi, offers 24-hour discussion

Sebi sees no manipulation in closing auction session: Tuhin Kanta Pandey

The closing auction is a separate 20-min session introduced in which exchanges collect buy and sell orders to determine a stock's closing price a

'If your child gets lost or separated in public...': Ex-army doctor shares 5 rules parents should teach

An ex-army doctor has shared a child safety plan for parents to follow if children get separated in a crowded public place. The advice includes t

Govt ready to discuss students' protests, let House function: Shah to Oppn

Home Minister Amit Shah on Wednesday said the government is ready to discuss all issues in Parliament, including students' protests, and asked th

Amit Shah says ready to discuss any issue in Parliament, Rahul Gandhi rebuts with 'we don't care' jibe

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Wednesday offered the Opposition a 24-hour window to hold a discussion in Parliament to break the logjam , sayin

SC agrees to hear plea on disruption of essential services during protests

The Supreme Court on Wednesday agreed to hear a plea which raised the issue of disruption of essential services during protests. A bench of Chief

Diageo challenges FSSAI rum ban in court, says action lacked 'due process'

Diageo's court challenge puts FSSAI's liquor crackdown under scrutiny, as the company questions the authority and timing of the rum ban and says

Capsized ferry in Zimbabwe leaves at least 15 dead, 27 missing: rescue services

The boat, which provides transport between the northern town of Kariba and several islands and fishing camps, overturned on August 11 after hitti

Milky Mist IPO fully subscribed on day 2, led by NIIs; GMP at 17%

The company's IPO garnered bids for 12,41,78,850 shares against 8,17,98,244 shares on offer, as per BSE data.

Akshay Kumar head towards london for Alien survival thriller

Akshay Kumar is set to embark on an unusual cinematic journey with Samuk, an ambitious alien survival thriller that will begin filming in London

Government turns to JPC amid opposition to FCRA Amendment Bill

The Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Amendment Bill, 2026, has triggered opposition from political parties, minority groups and civil society or

Ex-CJI Chandrachud named Russia's arbitrator for case with Ukrainian bank

Costa Rican arbitrator and former trade minister Dyal Jimenez, who was jointly selected by both sides, will lead the three-member tribunal

Kerala Govt Likely to Probe Messi Event Row; Minister Rejects Oppn Claims

The minister said around Rs 14 lakh of government money had been spent, including on the Spain visit, and that this should also be considered a l

Dashcam Video Shows Atiq Ahmed's Son's Car Crashing Into Roadside, Killing 2

Late gangster-turned-politician Atiq Ahmed's son, Aban, and his friend were killed in a car crash in Uttar Pradesh's Jhansi.

Desamuduru Girl Eyes Tollywood Comeback

She worked with stars like Al;u Arjun, NTR, Ram Potheneni and Vishu Manchu to carve a niche for herself in Tollywood.

Cauvery water dispute: SC to hear on August 17 pleas urging direction to Karnataka to release water to Tamil Nadu

The Supreme Court will hear Tamil Nadu's plea on August 17. This hearing concerns Karnataka's compliance with Cauvery water release orders. The m

Esha Koppikar Embraces Age with Confidence and Style

Mumbai, August 12: The perception of aging is evolving, especially among actresses in the entertainment industry. They often share their experien

Forbes Precision Tools & Machine Parts standalone net profit rises 137.01% in the June 2026 quarter

Sales rise 28.89% to Rs 67.55 crore

DHP India standalone net profit rises 3.07% in the June 2026 quarter

Sales rise 8.02% to Rs 19.26 crore

Sri Lakshmi Saraswathi Textiles (Arni) reports standalone net loss of Rs 5.52 crore in the June 2026 quarter

Sales decline 5.82% to Rs 20.70 crore

Sukumaran Nair fires back at K.B. Ganesh Kumar over democracy in NSS row

NSS general secretary accuses the former Minister of 'acting as a tail of those seeking to destroy the community organisation

AP Steps Up Elephant Conservation with Kumki Elephants, HANUMAN: Pawan

Pawan Kalyan said, An elephant is not just a majestic creature of the wild; it is a guardian of our forests, a symbol of ecological balance, and

Maharashtra Bans Illegal Highway Dhabas, Orders Demolition Within 60 Days

Maharashtra targets illegal highway structures to improve road safety while creating stricter rules for roadside businesses.

Supreme Court to hear plea raising issue of disruption of essential services during protests

The Supreme Court will hear a plea concerning essential service disruptions during protests. Counsel informed the bench about disturbances to ing

Gen Z wallet decoded: Bills, groceries and food eat up over 70% of spending

India's Gen Z may love its subscriptions and experiences, but more than seven out of every 10 rupees in its monthly spending are still going towa

From Jamsetji Tata to N Chandrasekaran: A list of Tata Sons chairmen

N Chandrasekaran's resignation puts the spotlight on Tata Sons' long history of leadership succession. Here is a look at the chairmen who have le

International Youth Day: How Art of Living Helped Revive Hope for Manipur

On International Youth Day, Chinlalchois journey from Manipur to Taj West End shows how Art Of Livings youth training helped build confidence and

N Chandrasekaran Resigns As Tata Sons Chairman Amid Trust Dispute

Tata Sons Chairman N Chandrasekaran has resigned from the holding company after nearly a decade at the helm and will complete his current term wi

JPSC-JSSC recruitment row: Student protest continues for 19th day in Jharkhand

The Jharkhand Assembly's Monsoon Session was adjourned early amid disruptions and heated exchanges between the ruling coalition and Opposition ov

Markets trade lower as rising crude prices, geopolitical tensions weigh on sentiment

Domestic equity markets traded lower in early deals on Wednesday as rising crude oil prices and geopolitical tensions weighed on investor sentime

Tricolor Symbolizes Our Soils Pride, Says Rajiv Ranjan Amidst Political Challenges

New Delhi, August 12: BJP leaders have urged citizens to celebrate Prime Minister Narendra Modis Har Ghar Tiranga campaign as a festival. JD(U) s

Marijuana positive might not mean licence loss for Air India pilot

DGCA rules prescribe rehabilitation rather than automatic licence suspension for a first positive drug test, though Air India could impose strict

Why everyone is talking about Yesteryear: The viral book Anne Hathaway bought rights to before it was published

Caro Claire Burke's debut novel Yesteryear has become a significant social media phenomenon. The book explores themes of American fantasy and the

Praggnanandhaa Beats Sindarov in Sinquefield Cup

Praggnanandhaa claimed his point inch-by-inch in the endgame arising out of a queen pawn opening

Behari Lal Engineering IPO gets 'subscribe' tag from analysts; GMP at 23%

Strong industry outlook, robust order book and customer base, along with scope for improved profitability, make analysts bullish on Behari Lal En

PM Modi urges reel-loving Gen Z to avoid shortcuts, look beyond social media culture

Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged reel-loving Gen Z to look beyond social media reels, saying that in the era of reels, they should remember tha

'Amit Shah has no courage': LoP Rahul Gandhi says Opposition wants answers, not 'lecture'

Rahul Gandhi rejected Amit Shah's debate offer on student protests, demanding accountability. He questioned who ordered the alleged police action

N Chandrasekaran: From TCS trainee to Tata titan, the Ratan Tata pick signs off

N Chandrasekaran resigned as Tata Sons chairman, ending his nearly decade-long tenure, with his term set to expire in February 2027. His reappoin

NDA partners in Andhra Pradesh warn cadre as fake accounts stoke discord

The NDA Social Media Coordination Committee said fake accounts posing as supporters of one partner were targeting leaders of another, provoking c

Ajinkya Rahane Embarks on Commentary Career with Sri Lanka Test Series

Mumbai, August 12: Recently retired Indian cricket star Ajinkya Rahane is set to take on a new role in the sport. He will make his commentary deb

Afghanistan to host India for 3-match T20I series before Asian Games 2026

The series is part of Afghanistan's Future Tours Programme and will be hosted in India, where the ACB has staged its home fixtures in recent year

India Lock T20 Series Against Afghanistan in September; Bangladesh Hopes Fade

The series will get underway on September 13, with the second T20I scheduled for September 15 and the third on September 17

Watch: India says peace along LAC of utmost importance amid fresh PLA incursion claims

Fresh PLA incursion allegations in Arunachal Pradesh come amid Indias emphasis on maintaining peace along the LAC.

New birth, death, marriage certificates will be available in three days after registration for Mumbaikars

The BMC is accepting applications for birth and death registrations and corrections through the Registration of Birth & Death (RBD) portal at war

Sensex tumbles 614 pts; relaty shares decline

The Nifty tumbled below the 24,300 level, while sentiment remained subdued amid a lack of strong directional cues. Investors continued to monitor

Bajel secures transmission line project from Power Grid

The project entails transmission line package TL05 for a) Bypassing of Raigarh (Tamnar) - Dharamjaygarh (Sec-B) 765kV D/C line & Raigarh(Kotra) -

Bajel Projects gains after securing ultra mega EPC order

Bajel Projects advanced 2.26% to Rs 192.55 after the company announced that it has received an ultra mega EPC order valued at Rs 400 crore and ab

Regency Ceramics Ltd leads gainers in 'B' group

Shekhawati Industries Ltd, TCPL Packaging Ltd, Rudra Global Infra Products Ltd and Aries Agro Ltd are among the other gainers in the BSE's 'B' gr

Indogulf Cropsciences consolidated net profit declines 37.73% in the June 2026 quarter

Sales decline 10.99% to Rs 168.55 crore

Panama Petrochem consolidated net profit rises 624.80% in the June 2026 quarter

Sales rise 150.30% to Rs 1735.15 crore

Mukand consolidated net profit rises 97.59% in the June 2026 quarter

Sales rise 20.69% to Rs 1362.21 crore

Bambino Agro Industries standalone net profit declines 5.04% in the June 2026 quarter

Sales decline 4.03% to Rs 84.70 crore

Telangana Couple Leaves Children At Aunt's House Before Dying By Suicide

According to the police, a suicide note was recovered from the house. The note reportedly cited financial difficulties, health-related issues and

Spectacular Solar Eclipse Draws Millions to Spain

Madrid, August 12: A total solar eclipse has transformed Spain into one of the worlds largest astronomical tourism hubs. On Wednesday, millions f

Atlas Cycles (Haryana) reports standalone net loss of Rs 1.92 crore in the June 2026 quarter

Sales decline 22.22% to Rs 1.54 crore

Redmi Note 17 review: 8,000 mAh battery is star of Xiaomi's mid-range phone

With an 8,000mAh battery, AMOLED display and long software support window, the Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 prioritises endurance, but its processor and

Quote of the day by Ed Harris: 'You cant betray yourself too often, or you...' Life lessons from inspiring quote on compromises, personal identity, core values, true nature

Quote of the day by Ed Harris, You cant betray yourself too often, or you become somebody else, explains how repeated compromises can affect pers

Independence Day 2026: The Kolkata chemist who sold foreign medicines, backed Swadeshi and built a pharma empire

Independence Day 2026: Butto Kristo Paul & Co. started as a modest establishment focused on importing foreign medicines. Over time, it blossomed

Jammu and Kashmir: SIA raids nine locations in 1990 double murder case

Jammu and Kashmir Police's State Investigation Agency conducted multiple raids across the Union Territory. These searches are connected to the 19

No solar eclipse glasses? Check 3 safe ways and things you shouldn't use to watch, how to protect your eyes and skin

As protective eclipse glasses fly off the shelves, people are seeking alternative ways to experience the beauty of the Sun. Pinhole projectors pr

Jharkhand students continue JSSC CGL protest, allege attempt to remove them from site at midnight

The protest by students associated with the JPSC JSSC Reform Manch continued through the night, with students maintaining that the agitation will

New Zealand PM Luxon Wins Confidence Vote, Remains National Party Leader

Wellington, August 12: New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon secured support in a confidence vote held during a caucus meeting on Wednesda

Total solar eclipse: Why August 12 event is special for many across Europe

The August 12 total solar eclipse will turn parts of Europe dark, with Spain and Iceland in the path of totality and the UK witnessing a major pa

Naga Village Attacked In Manipur's Kangpokpi, 9 Houses Burnt Down

Additional security personnel have been deployed in the area to control the situation; The Naga organisation demanded the immediate arrest.

Naidu Greets Youth on International Youth Day, Calls them Andhra's Energy

The Chief Minister said his government's efforts were ultimately aimed at creating a better future for the younger generation, with greater oppor

Tata Stocks Fall; TCS Down Nearly 6 Pc After Chandrasekaran Announcement

Tata Sons Chairman N Chandrasekaran on Wednesday said he will not seek reappointment when his current term ends on February 20, 2027, ending mont

Standard Chartered expects India tech hub roles to grow as AI expands

The British lender employs about 22,000 at its global capability centers in India, which support the bank's operations worldwide

Thane Teen Declared Pregnant After 3 Tests At Government Hospital. She Wasn't

The private hospital test came back negative, raising serious questions over the testing and medical procedures followed at the government hospit

Tamil Nadu Petrol Pump Dealers Warn of Stopping UPI Payments Amid Bank Account Freezes

Chennai, August 12: Petrol pump operators in Tamil Nadu have raised serious concerns regarding digital payments, particularly UPI transactions. T

Babar Azam should see off English scribe on Test tour, feels Latif

Former Pakistan captain Rashid Latif has urged the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) to limit Babar Azams interactions with the English media during t

Chief Minister Yuva Bhavishya Nirman Yojana-2026 to be Launched Soon in Uttarakhand

CM Pushkar Singh Dhami to Formally Launch the Scheme Soon, Free Online Coaching to be Provided to Youth for Competitive Examinations

Rs 78 Lakh Compensation For Victims Of Botched Cataract Surgeries In Telangana

Telangana Human Rights Commission orders Rs 78 lakh compensation for 18 cataract surgery victims.

Bigg Boss 20 trailer out; Salman Khan introduces 'Extra Jeevan Daan' and a game with no safe play

Bigg Boss is getting a major twist this season. The official trailer of Bigg Boss Hindi Season 20 has been unveiled, with Salman Khan introducing

Opinion: Opinion | Why Akhilesh Yadav Is Suddenly Betting On Brahmins In Uttar Pradesh

Akhilesh is chasing the Brahmin vote in Uttar Pradesh. But breaking the BJP's near-total hold over it won't be easy

Karnataka Schools To Remain Open on Aug 13 as KAMS Withdraw Bandh Call

The organisation has directed the schools working in the state, to wear black ribbons and black stripes as a symbolic gesture instead of shutting

No India trip needed: 4 ways NRI pensioners can submit life certificate

Pensioners living abroad can avoid travelling to India for annual life certificate submission through digital, bank, embassy and authorised agent

Scam 2010: Siddharth Bodkes first look from Hansal Mehtas upcoming show unveiled

The series will focus on the journey of controversial late businessman and Sahara group founder Subrata Roy. It is based on the book Sahara: the