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Panel of senior citizens to be formed to provide mentorship to entrepreneurs, says Kerala CM V.D. Satheesan

This initiative aims to bridge the gap between technical know-how and management skills among startups, leveraging the wealth of experience from

Two Nepali domestic workers end lives near Jakkur

The incident came to light when morning walkers noticed them dead near a tree and immediately alerted the police.

Gen Zs grievance is genuine: RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat

Foetus sex determination racket busted in Salem

Officials reportedly find a person scanning pregnant women at a house and revealing the sex of the foetuses; the person was charging 23,000 from

Three more Lalbagh-like gardens in Bengaluru: Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar

The Chief Minister said these parks will come up on defence and forest lands in the city, adding that the government had already initiated the pr

75 traffic wardens deployed in Kozhikode to ease congestion

10 additional animals to be seen at Kurumbapatti Zoological Park in Salem

Chaar Diwari interview: Syed Shadan on the horrors of renting in Mumbai and why Hindi cinema keeps chasing formulas

The Mumbai-based filmmaker unpacks the real-life anxieties behind his unusual new horror short, reflecting on urban loneliness, shrinking apartme

International exhibition inspired by Hampi opens at Hampi Art Labs

Harbhajan Singh Highlights Punjabs Decline in Sports Development

New Delhi, August 6: Former Indian cricket team off-spinner and Rajya Sabha MP Harbhajan Singh stated on Thursday that Punjab is lagging in sport

Indian Health Ministry Tightens Drug Regulations to Combat Fraudulent Applications

New Delhi, August 6: In a significant move to enhance the integrity and transparency of Indias drug regulatory system, the Ministry of Health and

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Indian rice export prices near 10-month high amid El Nino fears and rising domestic paddy costs

Indian rice export prices remain near a ten-month high this week. Thai prices have reached a one-month peak, supported by buyer demand. Vietnam's

Chennai-based Qubit founder shares journey after leaving Rs 1 crore US job to launch startup

Vivek Thiruvengadam left a Rs 1 crore US job to start Qubit Fitness in India. He returned with his family after fourteen years abroad and began w

Bihars Tejashwi Yadav Accuses Government of Negligence in Bunti Yadav Murder Case

Patna, August 6: Tejashwi Yadav, the National Executive President of the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) and Leader of the Opposition in the Bihar Ass

Agar Humse Bhi Galti Ho Gayi To: Kharge backs Jharkhand protesters as hunger strikers doubt govt

Crack-ridden bastion at Delhi's Purana Qila 'unsafe'; ASI clears restoration plan

The agency said the bastion has been assessed as critical and unsafe because of continuous heavy rainfall and progressive deterioration of masonr

Liverpool icon Mohamed Salah agrees to 2-year contract with Trabzonspor

Mohamed Salah has agreed to a two-year contract with Turkish club Trabzonspor. He departed Liverpool as a free agent after the conclusion of the

Jharkhand paper leak row: Protesters form 11-member team to hold talks with Hemant Soren govt | Check list

The student-led agitation over alleged recruitment examination irregularities in Jharkhand has entered a crucial phase, with protesters announcin

'Turning blind eye to Muslim brotherhood undermines US national security': Ex-FBI agent warns Senate

Iran's Acting Defence Minister says forces ready for any threat amid US tensions

Iran's defense minister stated the nation's armed forces are fully equipped for any threat. He asserted Iran's indigenous technology surpasses re

Indian Companies Exceed Expectations in Q1 FY 2026-27, Banking and Metal Sectors Lead Growth

New Delhi, August 6: Indian companies have reported results for the first quarter of the fiscal year 2026-27 (April-June) that surpass expectatio

Galgotias University Launches Future-Ready BTech and BBA Programs with Accenture LearnVantage

Galgotias University has entered into a strategic industry-academia collaboration with Accenture LearnVantage to launch a portfolio of industry-i

'Botched Epstein Files for Trump': Dems say Todd Blanche is 'unfit' to serve as Attorney General

Taxation Bill Key Changes : Electronics Push, UPI Fee Changes, Foreign Fund Rules

Currently, UPI and RuPay debit card payments are free, but the Bill allows the government to decide which electronic transactions will remain fre

LIVE | Senate votes to hold Fauci in contempt over pleading the Fifth in fiery COVID-19 hearing

Ravi Shastri's 'Hatke' India World Cup 2027 Squad Gets 8/10 Rating

There is much intrigue surrounding how the Indian cricket squad will shape up for the 2027 World Cup. The marquee event will be held in Africa (S

Relief for Container Train Operators: Single All-India License Now Permits Operations on All Routes

New Delhi, August 6: The Indian Railways has approved amendments to the Model Concession Agreement (MCA) that will allow container train operator

Excise officials raid 15 bars and pubs in Mangaluru on Wednesday

VTDS partners with DEUS Automation for small-calibre ammunition tech transfer to India

Indian defence firm VTDS has partnered with Czech company DEUS Automation. This collaboration focuses on the small-calibre ammunition sector. The

China's embassy in Argentina accuses US of obstructing cooperation

The US embassy in Argentina has deliberately promoted the so-called 'China threat theory,' broadened the concept of national security, and, throu

After 46 Years, Anil Kapoor Returns To Telugu Cinema With Dragon

Before kicking off shooting, Anil Kapoor shared a nostalgic moment with fans on social media

In Focus Podcast | Should the Commonwealth Games be scrapped?

In this episode, Anju Bobby George and Dr Heena Sidhu discuss the future of the CWG, with and without India.

Soccer: Real Madrid agree club-record deal for Leipzig's Diomande, reports say

Real Madrid has agreed to sign winger Yan Diomande from RB Leipzig. The transfer fee could reach 125 million euros plus add-ons. This potential d

India to roll out plastic currency notes: Why is RBI switching to polymer banknotes?

The RBI is launching trials for polymer 10 and 20 notes to improve durability and security. While more expensive initially, these plastic banknot

Tamil Nadus expectation of higher Central funds pushes up total revenue receipts

In the past three out offive years, the budget estimates for the TRR were pushed down at the time of arriving at the revised estimates

Sanjay Nirupam Welcomes Mohan Bhagwats Dialogue with Gen Z

Nagpur, August 6: Sanjay Nirupam, spokesperson for Shiv Sena, expressed his views on RSS chief Mohan Bhagwats recent dialogue with Gen Z, the ong

Supreme Court mulls transfer of Tamil Nadu DVAC case against ED officer to Central agency

The Bench headed by the Chief Justice of India Surya Kant, meanwhile, refuses to lift the stay on criminal proceedings in the case

Brijesh Sharma to Play Next Domestic Season for Jammu and Kashmir

New Delhi, August 6: Fast bowler Brijesh Sharma will represent his home state of Jammu and Kashmir in the upcoming domestic cricket season (2026-

Old Video From Karachi Falsely Shared as Recent Visuals of Kerala Floods

We found out that the video is unrelated to the current Kerala floods and dates back to 2025.

Top Quote of the Day by Milton Friedman, Joseph Stiglitz and Paul Krugman: What do Nobel Prize-winning economists understand about human behavior and financial freedom? Life lessons on decision-making, mindset, wisdom, success, character, personal growth, and why their economic insights still shape smarter choices today

Today's Top Quote of the Day by Milton Friedman, Joseph Stiglitz and Paul Krugman: Milton Friedman, Joseph Stiglitz, and Paul Krugman spent decad

Somanna urges Amit Shah to fast-track ST tag for Kadugolla community

Union Minister V. Somanna requested Amit Shah to include the Kadugolla community in Karnataka's ST list. The proposal has already passed an impor

PhonePe Launches Fixed Deposit Distribution Service for Easy Investments

New Delhi, August 6: Digital payment and fintech platform PhonePe announced the launch of its Fixed Deposit (FD) distribution service on Thursday

Tadoba-Andhari Tiger Reserve Signs MoU With Airbnb

MoU aims to boost homestays in buffer villages and attract more domestic and international visitors.

Quote of the Day by Tyra Banks: 'You've got to learn to accept the fool in you...'- Inspiring life lessons on self-acceptance, confidence, and embracing imperfection by trailblazing American supermodel and TV personality

Quote of the Day by Tyra Banks: Tyra Banks teaches that true confidence stems from accepting all parts of ourselves. Embracing imperfections allo

Telangana attracted 150 GCCs in last 20 months: IT Minister

Inaugurating JLL Business Services 1.20 lakh sq ft GCC in Hyderabad, Sridhar Babu says the States GCC strategy is designed to future-proof employ

Caste and Beyond: Bankipur and the New Grammar of Indian Politics

Bankipur isn't end of caste politics but indicative of weakening assumption that caste alone can guarantee loyalty.

Nagapattinam Collector interacts with schoolchildren at monthly programme

Millet fortified with iron, zinc does not harm toddlers gut health, study finds

Researchers in India and the U.S. tested bio-fortified pearl millet for nine months in Mumbais urban slums

Forty-five rare textiles tell the story of light at the inaugural exhibition of The Registry: Centre for Design

Commemorating 10 years of The Registry of Sarees, The Registry: Centre for Design debuts in a restored 1932 bungalow with Perched Upon a Woven Sk

Indian-origin NASA astronaut Anil Menon embarks on maiden 6.5-hour ISS spacewalk

Indian-origin astronaut Anil Menon embarks on his first spacewalk today. He will join Jessica Meir to strengthen the orbiting laboratory's power

SWR cancels day trains on Bengaluru-Mangaluru sector for a month in October

Services, however, will operate during the Navarathri/ Dasara festival season

AAP Raises Concerns Over Voter Registration Process in Delhi

New Delhi, August 6: The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) has lodged serious objections with the Election Commission regarding the ongoing Special Intensive

Evening news wrap: Ex-Tehelka editor Tarun Tejpal convicted in rape case; Atiq Ahmed's son killed in road accident

'We are not enemies': Rijiju meets Rahul to break Parliament logjam over Delimitation, FCRA

Q1 Results Live Updates: LIC Profit Rises 23%; Sula Vineyards Profit Falls 45%

Track Q1 FY27 earnings live as LIC, Trent, Hero MotoCorp, Britannia, Lupin and 160+ firms announce June quarter results, guidance and key updates

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Mahua Moitra calls Amit Shah missing in action

Plane near drone found at German airport was carrying ammunition, media reports say

A drone carrying high-grade explosives was discovered near Ukrainian cargo planes at Leipzig airport. Authorities are searching for an object tha

Controlling Three Key Factors Can Delay Dementia by Up to 13 Years: Study

New Delhi, August 6: A recent international study claims that managing high blood pressure, type 2 diabetes, and smoking during middle age can de

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How An IIM Bangalore MBA Student Uses AI to Stay Organised And Meet Deadlines

Now he uses AI to keep track of deadlines, pending tasks and commitments, so he doesn't have to keep it all in his head.

Bangladesh Sets Aug 20 Presidential Poll After Mohammed Shahabuddin's Exit

In line with the Constitution, the parliament members elect the president, but the Election Commission conducts the procedure to elect the head o

IIT-G develops low-cost device to detect toxic metals, bacteria in water

Retain Coimbatore Mettupalayam MEMU rake for other regional routes

Quote of the day by Michael Fassbender: 'I dont want to stay in my comfort zone. I want to...' Life lessons from inspiring quote on stagnation, personal transformation, fear, originality, calculated risks and creativity

Quote of the day by Michael Fassbender focuses on taking risks, leaving the comfort zone and accepting fear as part of personal transformation. H

Centre Clears Rs 23,731 Crore Scheme To Boost Biogas Sector, Empower Farmers

According to the Cabinet, 'GOBARdhan' establishes a dedicated 'CBG Offtake Assurance' framework to provide a reliable and predictable market for

Jharkhand Students Form 11-Member Delegation For Talks With Government

The delegation consists of eight students, a lawyer and two technical experts.

BTC Chief Mohilari Leads Relief Efforts in Flood-Affected Sivasagar

Guwahati, August 6: Hagrama Mohilari, the chief of the Bodoland Territorial Council (BTC), visited the severely flood-affected Sivasagar district

Govt backs 20 indigenous AI models, clears 58 centres of excellence

Among the models already launched are Sarvam AIs 30-billion and 105-billion parameter models and Indus, Gnani.AIs speech-to-speech model, BharatG

'Can't be run in India as per US law': Govt, Meta discussions continue on algorithms and compliance

Meta's international team is in ongoing talks with Indian government representatives today, aiming to align with local laws and tackle content mo

Three Held in Assam Over Alleged Gang Rape, Murder of Class 10 Student

Police arrest three, including a minor, after SIT probe into the death of a 15-year-old girl in Hailakandi district.

US sanctions pushing Cuba into full-blown crisis: UN experts

A group of independent UN human rights experts has urged the international community to act quickly to prevent US sanctions from pushing Cuba int

Sanjeeda Shaikh On Sunny Resuming Ikka Shoot Days After Dharmendra's Death

Dharmenda died in November 2025 after battling age-related health issues

Rajpal Yadav Faces Financial Troubles as Bank Seizes Properties for Loan Recovery

Mumbai, August 6: Bollywood actor Rajpal Yadavs troubles continue to escalate. The Central Bank of India has intensified its loan recovery proces

Jharkhand CID Arrests Alleged Mastermind Behind Rs 40 Crore JPSC-JSSC Exam Scam

JPSC-JSSC scam: The arrest comes amid ongoing student protests in Jharkhand over alleged irregularities in JPSC and JSSC recruitment examinations

Cabinet Approves Rs 8,970 Crore Guwahati-Tezpur Highway Corridor

The project will provide seamless connectivity to key economic, social, and logistics nodes across Assam and Arunachal Pradesh.

IIM-T signs MoU with TradingView

Regional parties' declared donations more than triple to over Rs 1,050 crore; DMK tops list: ADR

Declared donations above 20,000 to regional political parties more than tripled to 1,051.56 crore in FY25 from 347.69 crore a year earlier, accor

Why people are using aluminium foil for stove burners: How to use this viral kitchen hack thats low-cost, easy, and keeps your stove clean effortlessly

Many households worries with keeping their stove burners spotless. Using aluminium foil can be a simple and cost-effective remedy to tackle kitch

Bihar Public Service Commission Clarifies Viral BPSC Prelims Notice Is Fake

For any notifications, releases, or other official information related to BPSC, the commission has asked aspirants to visit its official website.

Iran warns Gulf states of strikes on energy assets if US attacks resume

Iran has warned Gulf states of retaliatory strikes on their energy and water facilities. This diplomatic push aims to deter further United States

Temporary Protected Status rollback sparks panic among Haitian immigrants in the US

The termination of Temporary Protected Status for Haitians creates widespread fear and disruption. Many immigrants now avoid public spaces and co

What to know as Germany investigates an explosive drone at a key cargo airport

Leipzig/Halle Airport narrowly avoided disaster with a defused explosive drone. An object also collided with a freight plane, causing minor damag

Govt crackdown on AI deepfake: What are the new rules for social media platforms and AI content?

To ensure an open, safe, trusted and accountable cyberspace for users, the Central government has strengthened the regulatory framework to preven

Fake news!: White House rubbishes report of Doanld Trump-Pete Hegseth clash over US munitions shortages

The rebuttals follow a report by The Washington Post citing two sources familiar with the matter, which alleged that Trump interrogated Hegseth r

Ukraine Strikes Russian Oil Refineries to Curb Funding for War, Says Zelensky

New Delhi, August 6: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has announced that the Ukrainian military executed a significant operation on Thursda

Chandigarh University Hosts Punjab's State-Level Orientation Workshop for National Children's Science Congress-2026

Chandigarh University Hosts Punjab's State-Level Orientation Workshop for National Children's Science Congress-2026

Hyderabad Kirana Merchants Association Reaffirms Clean Trade Commitment

Members were also advised to ensure strict compliance with all applicable food safety laws, maintain the highest standards of quality and hygiene

PM Modi's foreign visits to 23 countries cost over Rs 180 crore in 2025: Govt

Prime Minister Narendra Modi's foreign visits in 2025 cost the exchequer over Rs 180 crore. Expenditure on these overseas trips reached nearly Rs