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August 19 Panchang: Worship of Lord Shiva and Lord Ram Considered Auspicious

New Delhi, August 18: The Panchang holds significant importance in Hinduism. Before undertaking any auspicious work, travel, investment, or ritua

Kamal Haasan to Feature in Asha Bhosle Music Tribute Video, AR Rahman Expresses Gratitude

AR Rahman released the teaser of his tribute song dedicated to the legendary singer Asha Bhosle, offering audiences a moving glimpse into a proje

'We'll bomb the sh** out of them': Trump warns Oman over deal with Iran to control Hormuz

A top official leaves FIFA, deepening the fallout from Infantino's World Cup sell-off plan

FIFA's Chief Operating Officer Kevin Lamour has reportedly left his position. This departure follows his criticism of President Gianni Infantino'

Rising oil, US yields add to rupee pressure after RBI move

The rupee is expected to open in the 95.68 to 95.72 range, traders said, after settling at 95.6025 to the dollar on Monday

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'Not a single person was harmed': Kiren Rijiju defends law enforcement's handling of Gen Z protest

Union Minister Kiren Rijiju defended the handling of recent student protests across India. He asserted that security forces managed massive crowd

Mahendra Jayawardene: A Tribute to a Sri Lankan Cricket Legend on His Retirement Anniversary

New Delhi, August 18: Mahendra Jayawardene is a name that resonates in the annals of Sri Lankan cricket. Over the years, he showcased remarkable

Kashmera Shah shares cryptic post on love amid Govinda-Ssunita 'infidelity' row

Kashmera Shah shares cryptic post on love amid GovindaSsunita infidelity row

Malayalam superhit Premalu removed from OTT for Hindi remake. Internet is enraged

Malayalam superhit Premalu removed from OTT for Hindi remake Internet is enraged

Peddi Sudarshan Reddy Statue Removed in Narsampet

Police were placed on high alert to prevent any untoward incidents and took several key BRS leaders into custody.

'Hemant hai toh Himmat hai' Student leader Umme Habiba on JSSC-CGL exam cancellation

Officers sitting idle, talent being wasted: Himachal CM plans big bureaucracy cut

Officers sitting idle talent being wasted Himachal CM plans big bureaucracy cut

Major Robbery Plot Foiled at Bank of Maharashtra; Four Arrested in Koderma

Koderma, August 18: In a significant operation, police in Koderma district, Jharkhand, successfully thwarted a major robbery plot at the Bank of

Sensex opens 250 points lower, Nifty below 24,300; IT stocks lead decline

Sensex opens points lower Nifty below IT stocks lead decline

Political row erupts over exclusion of BJD MLAs from Odisha CM Majhi's flood tour

BJD legislators in Jajpur allege they were sidelined during Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi's flood visit. Local MLA Sujata Sahu filed a police

Indomitable courage: Uttarakhand SDRF rescues 2 people trapped in overturned vehicle in Bein River

Indomitable courage: Uttarakhand SDRF rescues 2 people trapped in overturned vehicle in Bein River

Apple AirPods with cameras spotted in new leak, may launch with iPhone 18 Pro

Apple AirPods with cameras spotted in new leak may launch with iPhone Pro

Noel Tata to lead Tata Sons' push to remain unlisted with RBI

Noel Tata to lead Tata Sons push to remain unlisted with RBI

US-Iran peace prospects dimwith Trump in no hurry for deal

In a phone interview with Fox News, Trump said a US naval blockade on Iranian ports is putting pressure on the country and that he has no timelin

Alia Bhatt Shares Scenic Family Pics with Ranbir, Raha

The film also reunites Bhansali with Ranbir Kapoor after 'Saawariya' and follows Alia Bhatt's collaboration with the director in 'Gangubai Kathia

Jharkhand Student Movement: Devendra Nath Mahato Ends Hunger Strike Amid Government Promises

Mumbai, August 18: In a significant development, student leader Devendra Nath Mahato ended his 16-day hunger strike after a meeting with Jharkhan

Exclusive: UPSC CSE Prelims 2026 under CAT scrutiny over 8 questions, Mains at stake

Exclusive UPSC CSE Prelims under CAT scrutiny over questions Mains at stake

Maharashtra FDA to pay 5 lakh after Bombay HC order on licence suspension

The order came after Tukaram Mundhe-led FDA continued to keep the food licence of a sweet shop suspended despite the shop achieving 98 per cent c

CM Revanth Reddy Pays Tributes to Sardar Sarvai Papanna Goud

The Chief Minister said Papanna Gouds life and struggles continue to serve as an example for the present generation.

MP: 8 Workers Killed, 32 Injured in Bhind Road Accident

The labourers were returning to their village in Lakhimpur Kheri, Uttar Pradesh, after completing paddy transplantation work in Gwalior

8 labourers killed, over 30 injured as pick-up vehicle collides with truck in MP's Bhind

Eight laborers died and thirty-two others were injured in a tragic road accident. Their pick-up vehicle collided head-on with a truck near Chhimk

Trump tells CNN reporter Kristen Welker to be quiet during heated Oval Office exchange

Trump tells CNN reporter Kristen Welker to be quiet during heated Oval Office exchange

Strict Action Against Illegal Constructions Along Mumbai-Ahmedabad Highway

Palghar, August 18: The district administration has taken a firm stance against unauthorized constructions and encroachments along the Mumbai-Ahm

Celebrations erupt in Ranchi as students score major win after CM Soren cancels CGL &other exams

Celebrations erupt in Ranchi as students score major win after CM Soren cancels CGL &other exams

This 16-year-old Canadian student built an autonomous AI-powered robot turtle that can detect tiny microplastics in water

This 16-year-old built an autonomous AI-powered robot turtle that detects microplastics in water. The Canadian student created the turtle-inspire

India needs guardrails for shadow-bank flexi loans, not blanket bans

The RBI's proposal to restrict flexible repayment loans by nonbanks could curb risks of bad-debt evergreening, but may also hurt self-employed wo

Student Leader Devendra Nath Mahato breaks hunger strike after Jharkhand cancels JSSC Exam

Student Leader Devendra Nath Mahato breaks hunger strike after Jharkhand cancels JSSC Exam

GIFT Nifty signals muted opening as US-Iran tensions lift crude prices

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Stock Alert: Netweb Tech, DCX Systems, Manipal Health Enterprise

One97 Communication (Paytm)s promoter entity, Resilient Asset Management B.V, proposes to sell up to 4.98% equity in fintech firm through a block

Indo-MIM consolidated net profit rises 31.64% in the June 2026 quarter

Sales rise 9.39% to Rs 1218.74 crore

Shree Ram Proteins reports standalone net loss of Rs 6.36 crore in the June 2026 quarter

Reported sales nil

Starbeam Ventures reports standalone net loss of Rs 0.51 crore in the June 2026 quarter

Sales reported at Rs 9.22 crore

Godrej Housing Finance standalone net profit rises 63.93% in the June 2026 quarter

Sales rise 21.18% to Rs 227.80 crore

A.K Capital Finance standalone net profit rises 45.86% in the June 2026 quarter

Sales rise 16.95% to Rs 103.82 crore

Shri Ram Finance Corporation Pvt standalone net profit rises 27.55% in the June 2026 quarter

Sales rise 18.95% to Rs 87.99 crore

TMF Holdings reports standalone net profit of Rs 1080.11 crore in the June 2026 quarter

Sales decline 23.81% to Rs 16.03 crore

Rajasthan Tube Manufacturing Co reports standalone net profit of Rs 0.03 crore in the June 2026 quarter

Sales decline 99.55% to Rs 0.06 crore

Datiware Maritime Infra reports standalone net loss of Rs 0.05 crore in the June 2026 quarter

Sales rise 233.33% to Rs 0.10 crore

Baba Ramdev reacts to 'Dimaagi Naxal' row, says 'Baudhik Arajakta' is undemocratic in Raipur

Baba Ramdev reacts to 'Dimaagi Naxal' row, says 'Baudhik Arajakta' is undemocratic in Raipur

Awarapan 2 vs Batwara 1947 box office: Emraan Hashmi, Sunny Deol's films see huge drop on first Monday

Emraan Hashmi'sAwarapan 2 and Sunny Deol's Batwara 1947 clashed at the box office during the Independence Day weekend. Both films were mounted on

Colgate hands Palmolives online business to Bombay Shaving Company to crack D2C playbook

Colgate-Palmolive India is combining Bombay Shaving Companys digital-first capabilities with its own product, supply-chain and marketing muscle t

Application starts for Maharashtra 12th Board Exam 2027, chance to apply till 31st October

MSBSHSE has started the application process for HSC February-March 2027 board exam. Regular class 12th students can fill the examination form thr

Odisha: 40 Injured as Bus Plunges into Field in Nayagarh

The impact shattered the buss front windshield, through which passengers managed to crawl out and escape

Student shot classmate to death then killed himself at school in Philippines, mayor says

The suspect initially fired at a teacher, but it was not clear if the teacher was hit; he then shot a fellow student, who died, before shooting h

SIT completes probe into Ram Temple donation theft case, submits final report to trust

In the Ram Temple Donation row, the Uttar Pradesh Home Department has submitted the Special Investigation Team's (SIT) final report, along with n

Trump's slight of South Korea in favor of the North raises broader US security concerns

President Trump reduced joint military exercises with South Korea. This decision raises concerns about United States security interests in Asia.

Prime Minister Modi Advocates Living with Dignity and Courage

New Delhi, August 18: Prime Minister Narendra Modi shared an insightful quote on the social media platform X on Tuesday. He posted a verse that r

Twisha Sharma's husband, mother-in-law charged with suicide abetment by CBI: 'Left her with no other option'

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has alleged in its chargesheet that sustained mental cruelty by Twisha Sharmas husband, Samarth Singh,

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Weatherald dropped, Renshaw called up for second Test against Bangladesh

The opener has paid the price for Australia's poor display in Darwin and is the only change made to the squad

Lokesh Delighted as 29 AP Teachers Begin Learning Journey in Finland

Nara Lokesh expressed hope that the teachers would take these learnings back to their classrooms and develop approaches suited to Andhra Pradesh

Kazakhstan to hold first Parliamentary elections on August 23 under new Constitution

Kazakhstan is holding a national election on August 23 to form its first Kurultai. This unicameral parliament replaces the former bicameral legis

HC seeks govt reply on delay in publishing prohibited land list

Hyderabad: The Telangana High Court has sought the state governments response to a petition challenging the authorities failure to upload the lis

Is the American dream losing its allure for Asia's brightest students?

In July, the White House issued a rule that eliminates the system that allowed foreign pupils to remain in the country, as long as they maintaine

Police Encounter in Ghaziabad and Jhansi Leads to Arrest of Two Suspects

Mumbai, August 18: In a significant police operation, two suspects were apprehended following a shooting incident in the Vijay Nagar area of Ghaz

Sridhar Vembu says it is becoming difficult to do business after memory prices climb 500% in 12 months

Sridhar Vembu says it is becoming difficult to do business after memory prices climb in months

Sunshine Pictures launches IPO todayat 342-360

As much as 50% of the net issue is reserved for qualified institutional buyers (QIBs), while 15% is reserved for non-institutional investors (NII

Jharkhand Cabinet cancels JSSC-CGL exam; CM Hemant Soren orders probe into exams since 2014

Good old days, cuddles: Alia Bhatt shares unseen holiday pics with Ranbir, Raha

Good old days cuddles Alia Bhatt shares unseen holiday pics with Ranbir Raha

Woman introduces her 'AI child', claims it was born from 17 hours of archival work

Woman introduces her AI child claims it was born from hours of archival work

Powerball jackpot numbers for August 17 revealed - Did someone win the $35 million top prize on Monday night?

Powerball jackpot August 17: The advertised $35 million prize is based on the annuity option, which is paid in annual installments over 30 years.

PM would have called Bhagat Singh, Ambedkar dimagi Naxals: Kejriwal

I want to tell the Prime Minister that I, Arvind Kejriwal, am a dimaagi naxal according to him because I am a patriot, and I am proud of it, said

Adani Enterprises targets Nifty crown after years of turmoil and scrutiny

The shares have surged 34% so far in 2026, putting the company on track to end the year as the top gainer on the NSE Nifty 50 Index

Philippine High School student kills classmate, then shoots self

Philippine High School student kills classmate then shoots self

Trump Advocates for Voter ID Laws in the U.S. Using India as a Model

Washington, August 18: U.S. President Donald Trump presented Indias electoral system as a model for America on Monday. He reiterated his demand f

Anirudh Ravichander and Kavya Maran Wedding: Venue, Date Details Out

Anirudh has a strong lineup of upcoming projects, including Jailer 2, The Paradise, Arasan, King, and AA23 x A6, among others.

IND vs SL, 1st Test Day 4: Will rain spoil India's victory push in Galle?

IND vs SL st Test Day Will rain spoil Indias victory push in Galle

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TMC MP Mahua Moitra moves privilege notice over late-night order to vacate WB circuit house

Mahua Moitra filed a privilege notice against three West Bengal officials. She alleged a serious breach of protocol and contemptuous conduct occu

Iran war: Hormuz crossings rise slightly from weekend, remain in single digits, data shows

Ship crossings via the Strait of Hormuz were low on Monday. Six commodity ships transited the strait, a slight increase from the weekend. No larg

'I apologise on his behalf': Vijay after minister's Karunanidhi reference

'Sab talvaar chalayenge': Pant's hilarious Jadeja banter caught on stump mic

India had reduced Sri Lanka to 99/5 by lunch, with Manav Suthar leading the attack. However, Ravindra Jadeja was yet to take a wicket at that sta

Chandrasekaran's exit splits Tata Sons board over succession next steps

Chandrasekarans exit splits Tata Sons board over succession next steps

Russian oppn leader Lev Shlosberg jailed for 11 years for anti-war remarks

CPI(M) slams BJP for lodging police complaints against ex-CM Manik Sarkar

Manik Sarkar has been booked for calling a Jangi-type protests to oust the BJP government to prevent its atrocious, anti-people and divisive poli

Sonalika Joshi shares proud moment as Dilip Joshi

Mumbai , August 18 (IANS) Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah actress Sonalika Joshi, who plays Madhavi Bhide, shared glimpses of a special Independe

Trump says Iran won't make deal he thinks is needed, threatens to bomb Oman

US rules out extending 60-day interim agreement as Hormuz shipping talks continue

Shahid Kapoor goes shirtless on Italy getaway with Mira Kapoor

Mumbai, August 18 (IANS) Bollywood star Shahid Kapoor seems to have been soaking in the Italian summer with wife Mira Kapoor as the couple enjoye

US lawmakers slam Meta

Washington, Aug 18 (IANS) A group of 19 US lawmakers has slammed Metas election safeguards as inadequate, warning that its rollback of fact-check

Trump honours teen who saved Nathaniel Rai

Washington, Aug 18 (IANS) US President Donald Trump has honoured a 16-year-old California lifeguard at the White House for rescuing Nathaniel Rai