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Forest Department steps up leopard surveillance in Thalavadi Hills

According to Forest Department sources, abandoned stone quarries in the village, now covered with dense vegetation, are believed to be providing shelter for the leopards

4 Jul 2026 3:15 pm
Why diagnosing TB in children continues to be a challenge in India

A lack of clear symptoms, diagnostic difficulties, and persistent stigma around the disease lead to children being diagnosed late, when drug-resistant TB has already set in, or not being diagnosed at all

4 Jul 2026 3:08 pm
FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32: Records, upsets and other defining moments

Here are the key talking points from the World Cups first-ever Round of 32

4 Jul 2026 3:06 pm
Coimbatore-based textile research body plans to promote green processing through 80-crore project

With Western buyers looking at garment suppliers who adopt sustainable practices, SITRA has mooted a project for green textile processing

4 Jul 2026 3:04 pm
Ram Temple Trust meeting on July 6; SIT report, post of CEO part of agenda

The meeting is happening amid two parallel investigations into the allegations, one being conducted by a Special Investigation Team, whose tenure has been extended till July end, and another by the police.

4 Jul 2026 2:57 pm
Mumbai BJP chief faces flak over remarks on monsoon-related deaths in city

Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut shared a screenshot of Mr. Satams viral video. Merchants of death. The cruel face of Mumbai BJP, he said in a message on X

4 Jul 2026 2:47 pm
Chandrima Bhattacharya resigns as TMC Mamata Banerjee faction Bengal chief

In a letter addressed to the Trinamool Congress chairperson, Chandrima Bhattacharya also resigned from all other posts she held in the party, triggering speculations on whether she had severed her ties with the party for all practical purposes.

4 Jul 2026 2:46 pm
Australia to scale up its higher-ed footprint in India

Trying to link Australian universities in India with Australian companies in India has been an active pursuit, says Australian High Commissioner Philip Green

4 Jul 2026 2:43 pm
More Chinese investment good for larger relationship, says Indias envoy to China

Ambassador to China Vikram Doraiswami made a pitch for greater Indian exports to China, especially in areas such as pharmaceuticals where India is globally competitive

4 Jul 2026 2:40 pm
Green March in Ballari promotes year-round commitment to environmental conservation

Vanamahotsava 2026: District administration, police, Forest Department and students join awareness march, urging citizens to plant and nurture trees as part of everyday life

4 Jul 2026 2:33 pm
Adani-MSC Vizhinjam port stake transfer: Pinarayi Vijayan says Opposition to challenge legally and politically

Opposition Leader asks Kerala government to stop acting as a spokesperson for Adani Group and instead take immediate steps to safeguard the States interests

4 Jul 2026 2:30 pm
West Bengal: IMD issues red alert for heavy rains as low pressure develops over Bay of Bengal

As the weather system moved closer to the West Bengal-Odisha coast, the India Meteorological Department issued a red warning the highest level of colour-coded warning for South 24 Parganas and Purba Medinipur district

4 Jul 2026 2:26 pm
LANXESS to start local production of Fire-Resistant Hydraulic Fluids in India

Fire-resistant hydraulic fluids are specially engineered to resist ignition when exposed to extreme heat, sparks, or open flames.

4 Jul 2026 2:23 pm
SOP implemented in four trekking trails in Kudremukh Wildlife Division in Karnataka

The SOP is being implemented in Netravathi, Kudremukh, Kurinjal and Gandikal trails

4 Jul 2026 2:22 pm
School uniforms, student kit tenders fiasco: Telangana Govt asserts due diligence followed

The government stressed that the finalised tenders amounted to 687.78 crore, not 2,000 crore

4 Jul 2026 2:21 pm
Kerala Minister orders probe into Achencoil tribal familys distress; local ST promoter removed

Following assessment of the familys plight, Minister K.A. Thulsai directs SC/ST welfare department to submit urgent report on the matter

4 Jul 2026 2:20 pm
We can beat any team if we stick to our game plan: India hockey coach Fulton

India finished at the eighth spot out of nine teams with 19 points from 16 matches

4 Jul 2026 2:20 pm
Mexico fans dream of more wins in World Cup, singing What if we do?

Mexican fans unite in celebration in hopes of winning the World Cup

4 Jul 2026 2:19 pm
Fire breaks out at agrochemical factory in Haryana's Karnal

The cause of fire still uncertain and investigation under way

4 Jul 2026 2:17 pm
Trial for Bundibugyo Ebola treatment starts in DRC, WHO says

The trial will evaluate Mapp Biopharmaceutical's experimental MBP134 antibody as a standalone treatment for Bundibugyo Ebola, as well as in combination with Gilead Sciences' antiviral drug remdesivir, the WHO said

4 Jul 2026 2:07 pm
U.S. Fourth of July celebrations: Dangerous heat wave forces cancellation of Independence Day parade in Washington

Around 160 million Americans were under either major or extreme heat warnings as the country prepared to mark the 250th anniversary of its independence, according to the National Weather Service

4 Jul 2026 1:56 pm
T.N. BJP urges Governor Arlekar to act against participation of two private individuals in Cabinet meeting

Interacting with reporters after meeting with the Governor, Mr. Nagenthran stated: In the recently concluded Cabinet meeting, apart from the ministers, two external individuals John Arokiasamy and Vishnu Reddy also participated. We have submitted a petition to the Governor urging strict action on this matter.

4 Jul 2026 1:52 pm
I&B Ministry issues fresh notice to Telegram on pirated content

The Ministry asked the platform to submit an Action Taken Report within 15 days, stating that as an intermediary, Telegram must abide by IT Act and IT Rules

4 Jul 2026 1:49 pm
Watch: WhatsApps username update faces government scrutiny

The Indian government has issued a notice to Meta over WhatsApps proposed username feature, citing concerns about impersonation, online fraud and cybercrime

4 Jul 2026 1:44 pm
Heavy rains batter several parts of Kerala; riverbank residents put on alert

Rains lead to rise in water levels in many rivers and dams, inundation in low-lying areas, and damage to property, prompting authorities to issue alerts and precautionary measures

4 Jul 2026 1:43 pm
Googles 4.1 billion Android fine: What the EU court ruled | Explained

Europes Court of Justice confirmed the penalty imposed on Google for using Android to disadvantage other web firms, eight years after the fine was first imposed

4 Jul 2026 1:30 pm
Barun Biswas' family approaches CM for fresh SIT probe into his murder

The demand comes a day ahead of the 14th death anniversary of Biswas, who was shot dead by assailants near Gobardanga railway station in North 24 Parganas district on July 5, 2012

4 Jul 2026 1:29 pm
US firm appears to backtrack on lay-off freeze, credits severance pay to 800 Kerala employees despite govt intervention

An affected employee said the company appears to have acted based on the Labour Codes

4 Jul 2026 1:22 pm
Africa's World Cup surge fades in Round of 32; Morocco and Egypt fight on

Seven of the record nine African nations in the knockouts were eliminated in the Round of 32; yet, even in defeat, African teams acquitted themselves well at the World Cup

4 Jul 2026 1:21 pm
AMMA crisis: Shwetha Menon defends her AMMA presidency, claims support from superstars

Those who wish to be part of the AMMA committee should do so by contesting elections as we did, rather than attempt entry through the back door, she says in a Facebook post

4 Jul 2026 1:21 pm
Curran keen to step in as England all-rounder after Stokes' retirement

Sam Curran has not played test cricket since England's home series against India in August 2021, and has since featured exclusively in white-ball formats

4 Jul 2026 1:18 pm
Gurtukosthunnayi series review: Viraj Ashwin starrer is tailormade for an easy watch

Director Winod Galis Telugu show for ETV Win is largely inspired by the Tamil film Naduvula Konjam Pakkatha Kaanom, but it still has its heart in the right place

4 Jul 2026 1:17 pm
Do not see India-Peru FTA happening anytime soon: Piyush Goyal

Minister Piyush Goyal said a team of Indian officials will be visiting Canada for the next round of negotiations

4 Jul 2026 1:08 pm
Why women arent staying in Engineering

Somewhere between the degree and the job, a large proportion of women exit and dont come back; this is the leaky pipeline problem

4 Jul 2026 1:03 pm
Watch: Donation theft allegations at Badrinath Dham; Temple Committee orders probe

The Badrinath-Kedarnath Temple Committee has ordered an inquiry into allegations of misappropriation of devotees donations at Badrinath Dham. The development comes days after a donation theft case at the Ram Temple in Ayodhya.

4 Jul 2026 1:01 pm
Assault case: T.N. Minister Marie Wilson told to appear before Puducherry court without fail on July 10

Mr. Wilson was supposed to appear before the court on Saturday to receive the additional charge sheet. However, his advocate informed the court of his inability to appear due to his Ministerial responsibilities

4 Jul 2026 1:01 pm
Scholarships: July 4, 2026

Information on financial aid for students

4 Jul 2026 12:59 pm
St Petersburg region hit by major Ukrainian drone attack, Russian officials say

St Petersburg, about 900 km (560 miles) from Ukrainian-held territory, has occasionally come under attack from Kyivs drones; targets have included the citys oil terminal and a moored warship during the St Petersburg International Economic Forum in June.

4 Jul 2026 12:57 pm
Telangana Govt approves recruitment for 6,424 Police dept posts

Telangana Government issued two orders to fill the posts, directs TPRB to issue recruitment notifications and schedules without delay

4 Jul 2026 12:56 pm
No full runway shutdown at Srinagar airport this year: airport authorities

The airport added that the previously proposed NOTAM regarding full runway closure on Mondays and Tuesdays has been withdrawn

4 Jul 2026 12:45 pm
Oncology Kitchen at ICH takes a worry off the plate for parents of children receiving cancer treatment

Oncology Kitchen at the Institute of Child Health and Hospital for Children in Egmoremeets the huge nutritional needs of children undergoing cancer treatment. And the fact that the bill of fare comes free is a huge relief to their parents

4 Jul 2026 12:43 pm
America at 250: Fireworks and fault lines

Indian immigrants, students and professionals weigh opportunity against uncertainty, asking if the American Dream is still worth chasing

4 Jul 2026 12:31 pm
From Aldur to orbit: The remarkable journey of Chikkamagaluru boy-turned-Pixxel CEO

Hailing from Aldur in Chikkamagaluru, Awais Ahmed is among the leading young entrepreneurs in Indias private space sector

4 Jul 2026 12:19 pm
Gurtukosthunnayi series review: Viraj Ashwin starrer is tailormade an easy watch

Director Winod Galis Telugu show for ETV Win is largely inspired by the Tamil film Naduvula Konjam Pakkatha Kaanom, but it still has its heart in the right place

4 Jul 2026 12:17 pm
PM Modi inaugurates new Jodhpur airport terminal, launches Modified UDAN scheme

PM Modi arrived in Jodhpur and was received at the airport by Governor Haribhau Bagade, Union Minister and Jodhpur MP Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, and Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma

4 Jul 2026 12:11 pm
Delhi CM Rekha Gupta orders rollback of work from home, staggered office timings

With the geopolitical situation normalising, Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta has approved the withdrawal of work from home on Wednesday and Saturday

4 Jul 2026 12:11 pm