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APCRDA Clears Key Amaravati Projects, L&T Bags Quantum Facility Contract

Municipal Administration and Urban Development Minister P Narayana said the authority had cleared several proposals aimed at accelerating the dev

South Korean President Lee Jae-myung Emphasizes Peace Amid Global Instability

Seoul, August 5: South Korean President Lee Jae-myung has underscored the importance of maintaining peace on the Korean Peninsula. On Wednesday,

Greater Chennai Corporation To Improve CMs Libraries Across City

According to the Corporation, 16 Chief Minister's Libraries are currently functioning in different parts of Chennai, while construction of eight

DRI Seizes Banned Pakistan-origin Dry Dates Imports worth Rs.3 Cr

The enquiries established that the goods were first transported from Pakistan to Dubai and subsequently shifted to another set of containers befo

SC to Hear Plea on July 20 March, Urges Police Restraint During Protests

Top court says youngsters should be counselled and heard, even if some indulge in violence, while hearing a plea seeking action against organiser

Chemical Leak in Karnataka Claims Lives of Three Workers, Two Injured

Bengaluru, August 5: A tragic incident occurred in the Kadechur industrial area of Karnataka, where a chemical leak from a pharmaceutical manufac

Watch: Annan Seer Thittam: One sovereign gold coin, silk saree for brides

'Tread carefully': SC calls for restraint, dialogue in dealing with student protesters

Udhayanidhi Taken To Sengipatti Station

Udhayanidhi alighted from the police van and went inside the police station for enquiry at 6.45 pm

Plastic notes in India get a likely release date: Here's what RBI Governor said

Plastic currency notes may enter circulation at the start of next financial year. The Reserve Bank of India is targeting this rollout after compl

Calcutta High Court dismisses Abhishek Banerjee's plea to visit abroad for eye treatment

Apologise in 3 days or face action: Parliament panel to Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg

US left with almost zero long-range precision missiles after Iran war, reports say; why dwindling stockpiles are raising alarm

United States has depleted most long-range precision missiles during its Iran campaign. This development raises concerns about America's prepared

BJP Accused of Disrespecting Sanatan Dharma by MP Avadhesh Prasad

Lucknow, August 5: Avadhesh Prasad, a Member of Parliament from the Samajwadi Party, has accused the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) of disrespectin

MMA fighter Owais Yaqoob hid his illness and made history as Jammu and Kashmir's first BRAVE CF winner: Who is he?

MMA fighter Owais Yaqoob news: Owais Yaqoob made history as the first from Jammu and Kashmir to win in BRAVE Combat Federation. He competed while

DMK Cadre Assault Commuter Amid Road Blockade Protests in Tirunelveli

The enraged protesters assaulted a two-wheeler-rider who tried to pass through the blockade and pushed down his vehicle

Home at last: Coimbatore mother reunites with son rescued from bonded labour in Punjab

A mothers determination and a journalists efforts resulted in a tearful reunion after 23 years

Russian missile and drone barrage in Ukrainian capital region kills 15

The attack was the latest in a series of large-scale Russian ballistic missile strikes that have become near-routine this summer

In meeting with Rijiju, Rahul Gandhi demands Amit Shah's statement, not resignation to end Parliament deadlock

Union Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju met withLeader of the Opposition in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi on Wednesday amid the continuing dea

Tamil Nadu Budget 2026: From gold coins to Vetri laptops, key announcements by Vijay government

Tamil Nadu Finance Minister N Marie Wilson on Wednesday presented the maiden budget ofChief Minister C Joseph Vijay-led government in the Legisla

Watch: Kharge, Gaurav Gogoi target PM Modi over Parliament absence

Punjab Finance Minister highlights high pay scales amid 14,191 crore arrears burden

Akali Dal-BJP and Congress Govts left Punjab with 14,191 crore pay commission arrears burden: Harpal Singh Cheema

Strong Loan Demand, RBI Governor Says Banking System Will Have Enough Liquidity To Support Economic Growth

Loan demand remains strong across sectors, while the RBI has promised adequate banking liquidity and action against excessive movements in the ru

History, memory and everyday lives: A collection of stories that offers a nuanced portrayal of Assam

Shehnab Sahin, in her debut short story collection Colour My Grave Purple, writes about Assam and its people, steering clear of stereotypes

Portuguese PM Defends His Countrys Migration Model Amid EU Crisis

Lisbon, August 5: The ongoing migration crisis in Spains Ceuta prompted a significant meeting of EU foreign ministers on Tuesday. The focus was o

Struggling to decide what to eat for breakfast every day? Chef Kunal Kapur shares a quick, healthy recipe thats ready in just minutes

Chef Kunal Kapur shared a simple and nutritious corn toastie recipe on Instagram. This quick dish offers a crispy exterior and a creamy, cheesy f

This new restaurant in Bengaluru is playing with neo vegetarian cuisine

Tamil Nadu Budget: Lean-period fishing assistance raised to 7,000 per family

Under the Vetri Magalir Goat Rearing Scheme, five goats or sheep will be provided with a 100% subsidy to destitute widows, deserted women, transg

Why Balochistan observes August 11 as its 'Independence Day': The history behind the date

In light of renewed debates and discussions about Balochistan within the politics of South Asia, there is a certain date that comes to prominence

Jharkhand protest: Sonam Wangchuk offers support to student leader Devendra Mahato; urges him to call off hunger strike

Activist Sonam Wangchuk spoke with student leader Devendra Nath Mahato regarding ongoing protests. Mahato agreed to consume water and salt after

Amit Shah Urged to Respect Parliament and Answer Questions: Sukdev Bhagat

New Delhi, August 5: Congress MP Sukdev Bhagat has criticized the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) government and the RSS while discussing various is

Jordan FA Chief Accuses FIFA President Infantino of 'Blackmail' Over Endorsement

Bin Hussein alleged that FIFA verbally communicated during the World Cup that endorsing Infantino would go a long way to helping our FA out after

US Student Visas to Indian, Chinese Nationals Decline Sharply in 2025: Report

According to the CIS study, students from India and China accounted for more than half of all international students enrolled at US post-secondar

Dorothy: Karthik Subbarajs next gets a title, locks release date

Dorothy, Karthik Subbarajs 10th directorial, stars Keerthy Suresh, Sananth and Rishikanth and has music from maestro Ilaiyaaraja

Lok Sabha Adjourned Amidst Opposition Protests Until 2 PM

New Delhi, August 5: The proceedings of the Lok Sabha were adjourned until 2 PM on Wednesday due to continuous protests from opposition parties.

Govt, opposition discuss Delimitation Bill in 50-minute Parliament meeting: Sources

Government and opposition leaders held a meeting in Parliament to discuss the Delimitation Bill amid a continuing deadlock in the monsoon session

Mekedatu row explained: Why Karnataka and Tamil Nadu are fighting again

Trump says Strait of Hormuz deal could be announced soon

It could happen. Tomorrow or the next day, says U.S. President Donald Trump

UGC NET June 2026 Answer Key Live Updates: How To Review Responses, Challenge Answers, Calculate Marks

UGC NET June 2026 Answer Key Live Updates: Candidates will be required to pay an amount of Rs 200 per answer key challenged, as a non-refundable

Shivangi Joshi Opens Up About Body Image Struggles and Online Trolls

Mumbai, August 5: Skin issues can significantly impact ones confidence. This challenge affects not only ordinary people but also celebrities. Act

Chandigarh University Launches Heritage Tree Conservation Project to Digitally Map and Preserve Centuries-Old Heritage Trees in Mohali

Chandigarh University Launches Heritage Tree Conservation Project to Digitally Map and Preserve Centuries-Old Heritage Trees in Mohali

Alcaraz Withdraws From Cincinnati Event As Doubts Grow Over US Open Defence

Alcaraz has been sidelined since withdrawing from the Barcelona Open second round in April but had been set to return at the August 13-23 ATP Mas

Will FCNR (B) deposit scheme that's bringing billions of dollars to India end? RBI Governor says this

The Reserve Bank of India will continue its special FCNR(B) deposit scheme. This scheme has already attracted tens of billions of dollars into th

Centre deploys national outbreak team to Gujarat, Rajasthan as Chandipura virus cases rise

A national team has been sent to Gujarat and Rajasthan to aid the ongoing Chandipura virus disease outbreak. Experts are investigating the illnes

'Can Be Done In India': Abhishek Banerjee Denied Foreign Travel For Eye Treatment

Trinamool Congress MP Abhishek Banerjee is facing a police case related to alleged intimidatory statements he made during the 2026 West Bengal As

Apologise or lose safe harbour: Parliamentary panel warns Meta's Mark Zuckerberg over PM Modi post row

A parliamentary panel has demanded Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg apologize within three days. The panel recommended losing safe harbour protection if

'A lot of good things happening...': Trump says US negotiations with Iran 'moving along very nicely'

Vile, abusive: Bombay HC orders takedown of fake posts targeting Gadkari over E20 ethanol row

Anupam Kher Wraps Up Shooting for Khosla Ka Ghosla 2, Thanks Boman Irani

Mumbai, August 5: Actor Anupam Kher has announced the completion of shooting for his upcoming film Khosla Ka Ghosla 2. He shared this news on soc

Never said good job: Jensen Huang reveals the Asian parenting lesson that helped shape Nvidias CEO

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang reveals how his Asian upbringing, where constant criticism replaced praise, shaped his approach to feedback, leadership a

Pradeep Rawat's last rites to be held today; Lagaan co-actor Yashpal Sharma shares details

Veteran actor Pradeep Rawat, best known for his roles in Ghajini and BR Chopras Mahabharat, died at the age of 74 after battling cancer. The acto

All Decks Cleared For Rajinikanth Kochadaiiyaan Re-Release?

A remastered version of the film Kochadaiiyaan enhanced with AI technology and unveiled a trailer have raised expectations of Rajini fans.

BJP Slams Rahul Gandhi, Says He Is Disrupting Parliament Out of Fear

The ruling party accuses the Congress leader of making baseless allegations against the BJP and RSS while avoiding debate in Parliament.

6.3-Magnitude Earthquake Hits Off Southern Philippines

The quake, which hit 32 kilometres (about 20 miles) southwest of the small island of Sarangani, did not trigger a tsunami warning.

Kasaragod native arrested for assaulting woman Sub Inspector in Kozhikode

To enhance awareness Dairy conclave to be organized across U.P. districts

7 easy ways to grow and maintain a healthy Pothos plant at home

Jharkhand job aspirants' protest intensifies as five more sit on hunger strike in Ranchi

For the past 10 days, both the factions have been demanding the cancellation of the 14th Jharkhand Public Service Commission examination, reforms

HC Orders Takedown of 'Vile, Abusive' Posts Against Nitin Gadkari

Court says defamatory and obscene social media posts targeting the Union minister must be removed.

'I'm Kalaignar's grandson, M K Stalin's son': Udhayanidhi hits back after release, shares photo

Lalitha Jewellery sold 'pure' silver, test found 80.95% purity: Consumer commision ordered Rs 10,000 compensation over Rs 104 overcharge

Lalitha Jewellery has been ordered to refund an overcharge of Rs 104 and pay Rs 10,000 in compensation after a Warangal consumer commission found

Tamil Nadu Budget: TVK-led government raises Haj subsidy to 35,000 for first-time pilgrims

The State government has allocated 1,700 crore to the Backward Classes, Most Backward Classes, and Minorities Welfare Department

Budget 2026: Interest Payments Rising, Govt Says Fiscal Space for New Schemes Shrinking

Presenting the Revised Budget Estimates for 2026-27 in the Assembly, the minister said immediately upon assuming office, the TVK government relea

SIAM withdraws earlier letter to Govt that had flagged chloride-related concerns with E20

In its earlier letter, auto industry SIAM had said that this kind of contamination had led to the corrosion of auto parts. However, in its clarif

Cockroach Janta Party to Function as Pressure Group: Abhijeet Dipke

CJP says it will focus on institutional reforms, student issues and withdrawal of FIRs against protesters.

U.S. Assistant Secretary of State S. Paul Kapoor Embarks on Strategic Tour of Four Nations

Washington, August 5: U.S. Assistant Secretary of State for South and Central Asian Affairs, S. Paul Kapoor, is set to visit India, Uzbekistan, K

Apple Asks Court To Force OpenAI To Stop Using Its Trade Secrets

Apple has asked a federal judge to immediately block OpenAI's continued use of what it calls stolen trade secrets while their lawsuit remains pen

NTR's Dragon Postponement Rumours Dismissed?

Although NTR has been advised to take six weeks of rest after suffering an injury on the film's sets, there has been no change in the release pla

Toddler Dies After Falling from Second Floor in Vikarabad

The toddler was immediately rushed to Niloufer Hospital in Hyderabad, where she succumbed to her injuries while undergoing treatment.

Gujarat Police Recruitment 2026: Exam on August 23, Call Letters Available From August 17

The Gujarat Police Recruitment Board has announced the written examination date for various posts. Candidates can download their call letters fro

Princess Eugenie welcomes baby girl with Jack Brooksbank in Portugal

According to an official statement, Princess Eugenie gave birth to her daughter on Monday, August 3, 2026, at 6:20 pm at a hospital in Lisbon, Po

No govt involvement: MEA clarifies Indias stand on Sheikh Hasinas press briefing

Koemmerling Expands Footprint in Mumbai Region with its New State-of-the-Art Experience Centre in Navi Mumbai

Koemmerling, a global leader in high-quality uPVC and aluminium window and door systems and a brand of the profine Group , has further strengthen

Govt may allow MDR on UPI payments above 2,000; person-to-person transfers likely to stay free

The proposal, enabled by the Payment and Settlement Systems (Amendment) Bill, is expected to apply mainly to large merchants, with a possible MDR

Flood situation in Assam critical as overnight rains threaten fresh inundation

According to the Assam State Disaster Management Authority (ASDMA), the Dhansiri river at Numaligarh in Golaghat district continued to flow in a

IMF flags rising financial stability risks as BigTech expands deeper into payments, lending and financial services

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has warned that the growing role of large technology companies in financial services could pose risks to fi

RBI holds repo rate at 5.25 pc, maintains neutral instance as global tensions linger

RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra said that trade uncertainties linger as US has imposed fresh tariffs. Crude oil and financial markets remain volatil

Dubai rocked by 7 blasts in 20 minutes as US-Iran conflict rages on | VIDEO

Multiple explosions and thick smoke were reported at Dubai's Jebel Ali industrial zone and port early Wednesday, with Emirati authorities confirm

Trump Warns Iran of Severe Action if Strait of Hormuz Remains Closed

Washington, August 5: President Donald Trump has issued a stern warning to Iran. In an interview with Fox News, Trump stated that if the Strait o

Bihar: Prashant Kishor decodes BJPs defeat to Jan Suraaj in Bankipur bypoll

The Borosil bowl you use daily isnt ordinary, its made from the same glass used in space and nuclear labs

Borosil bowls are crafted from borosilicate glass, a material celebrated for its impressive resistance to temperature fluctuations. This characte

Tamil Nadu Budget: 300-crore habitation development scheme for Adi Dravidars announced

Presenting the Revised Budget for 2026-27 in the Assembly, Finance Minister Marie Wilson said Mannin Magal Thittam will be implemented to help Ad

RBI holds policy rates while raising growth forecast; cuts inflation projections

The Reserve Bank of India maintained its benchmark repo rate at 5.25 percent. Inflationary expectations were lowered to 5 percent for fiscal year

Student activist Devendra Mahto drinks water amid hunger strike at Sonam Wangchuk's request during video call

Student activist Devendra Mahto has ended his water fast following a video interaction with Sonam Wangchuk. In a post on X, Devendra Mahto wrote,

Fatty Liver: Can milk thistle reverse liver damage? Here's what the study says about its benefits, risks and scientific evidence

Milk thistle has long been used as a traditional herbal remedy for liver-related conditions, and it continues to attract interest among people lo

India-UK Free Trade Agreement: A Major Achievement for the Nation, Says Gajendra Singh Shekhawat

Jodhpur, August 5: Union Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat has hailed the recently signed free trade agreement between India and the UK as a sign

India-UK Free Trade Agreement a Major Achievement: Gajendra Singh Shekhawat

Jodhpur, August 5: Union Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat has hailed the recently signed Free Trade Agreement (FTA) between India and the United

Telangana CM orders foolproof security for police job recruitment exam, heightened vigilance for question papers

Telangana Intelligence wing alerts the government that certain political groups and vested interests were allegedly planning to interfere with th

U.S., Pakistan resolve to confront terror and strengthen border security

The Dialogue was led by U.S. Coordinator for Counterterrorism Ambassador Gregory LoGerfo and Pakistans Ministry of Foreign Affairs Special Secret

Imran Khan Supports Jharkhand Student Protests Amid Recruitment Exam Controversy

Ranchi, August 5: The ongoing student protests in Jharkhand regarding alleged irregularities in the JPPSC and JSSC recruitment exams have gained