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New criminal laws introduced to provide speedy justice to citizens: Union Home Minister Amit Shah

He was speaking in the presentation ceremony of the Presidents Police Colour to the Puducherry Police in the Union Territory

9 Aug 2026 1:22 pm
Jharkhand Protests: Why are Jharkhand students protesting against JPSC Exams?

Students in Jharkhand have been protesting in Ranchi, demanding the cancellation of the 14th Jharkhand Public Service Commission (JPSC) examination and a probe into alleged irregularities in the recruitment process.

9 Aug 2026 1:20 pm
YSRCP leaders condemn arrest of Amadalavalasa in-charge in Ampolu case

Chintada Ravikumar and 25 others were arrested over alleged misbehaviour with a woman Sub-Inspector during the former Chief Ministers July 30 visit to Ampolu; families of some of the accused claimed they were not in town that day

9 Aug 2026 1:10 pm
Two sisters killed after being hit by bike in Thiruvananthapuram

The sisters were reportedly on their way to a temple in Nagercoil when the accident occurred

9 Aug 2026 1:09 pm
Man killed after being hit by vehicle in deputy CM's cavalcade in Jammu

The deceased was identified as Bharat, a resident of Bihar, who was crossing the road when he was struck by the vehicle at Gangyal on the outskirts of the city

9 Aug 2026 12:58 pm
Fire extinguished at Aramco facility in Jizan, says Saudi Arabia

The Saudi Energy Ministry did not immediately specify the cause of the fire

9 Aug 2026 12:42 pm
Vande Mataram row: Keralas UDF govt. again faces allegations of toeing the RSS line

Home Minister Ramesh Chennithala said that he was unaware of the directive, while Health Minister K. Muraleedharan said that only two stanzas of Vande Mataram will be sung in the State governments events

9 Aug 2026 12:36 pm
Man arrested 7 months after Indian woman's murder in Canada

Abdul Ghafoori was arrested at a Toronto airport on August 7, 2026 after returning to Canada following more than seven months on the run, CBC News reported

9 Aug 2026 12:34 pm
Bid to silence him for investigative journalism: Tejpals daughter on his conviction in rape case

Cara Tejpal said she had examined the evidence in the case for 13 years and was convinced that her father was innocent

9 Aug 2026 12:26 pm
Farmers association welcomes Tamil Nadu CM Vijays move on linking Godavari-Cauvery-Gundar rivers

The Southern Districts Farmers Association urged the Centre to consider the demand of Tamil Nadu and execute it in totality to improve the surface water source in the State.

9 Aug 2026 12:22 pm
Bengal Government hospitals observe two-minute silence in memory of R.G. Kar rape-murder victim doctor

The West Bengal Junior Doctors' Front, which led extensive protests following the discovery of the post-graduate trainee doctor's body on August 9, 2024, held a clinic for underprivileged people at Chitpur in north Kolkata

9 Aug 2026 12:20 pm
Pentagon pushes defence companies to boost weapons production after concerns of depleted stocks

Deputy Defence Secretary Steve Feinberg wrote to industry leaders, giving them no more than 21 days to submit plans to drive significantly faster, more aggressive delivery schedules and/or increased production for critical capabilities, according to a memo obtained by The Washington Post.

9 Aug 2026 12:17 pm
Meghwal creates history with high jump silver, Shahnavaz wins long jump bronze

Basant Kumar Meghwal cleared a personal best of 2.21m to win silver in the mens high jump; Shahnavaz Khan clinched bronze in the mens long jump with a best effort of 7.84m

9 Aug 2026 12:10 pm
Two men held for taking photographs inside Arunachaleswarar temple

The incident occured in the wake of the visit of Union Home Minister Amit Shah to the temple town to offer prayers at the temple in the evening

9 Aug 2026 12:09 pm
Game of Thrones: Aegons Conquest gets theatrical release after 2027, will bring Westeros to the big screen

The Game of Thrones universe is finally heading to cinemas, with Aegons Conquest confirmed as a theatrical feature for a release after 2027, marking the franchises first planned big-screen movie

9 Aug 2026 11:43 am
J&K Police searches multiple locations in Sopore in UAPA probe linked to Jamaat-e-Islami

Searches were conducted in more than 20 residential houses linked to individuals associated with the banned Jamaat-e-Islami

9 Aug 2026 11:41 am
Four militants involved in extortion, cadre recruitment arrested in Manipur

Khwairakpam Rojit Singh (21), a member of the banned Kanglei Yawol Kanna Lup outfit and involved in the recruitment of cadres, was arrested from Thamnapokpi Makha in Bishnupur district

9 Aug 2026 11:40 am
Mayawati opposes creamy layer for SCs, STs in reservation, hits out at RSS

Mayawati urged the RSS to respect the Constitution and stop advocating any changes to the reservation system.

9 Aug 2026 11:27 am
BSP leader alleges assault, vehicle vandalism in Amethi

According to the complaint submitted at Gauriganj Police Station, the incident occurred on August 8 near Jamo turn, where three unidentified men riding a motorcycle allegedly attacked Shashikant Tiwari

9 Aug 2026 11:22 am
NGT must make public report of panel that reviewed approvals for Nicobar project: Jairam Ramesh

Much has already been lost because of the Modi government's refusal to heed reasoned criticism or even judicial precedent, the Congress leader alleged

9 Aug 2026 11:18 am
Delhi CM assures kanwariyas will not face any difficulties

The CM welcomed devotees by showering flower petals and interacted with them to inquire about their journey and camp arrangements

9 Aug 2026 10:42 am
Jharkhand exam stir: Government to hold fresh talks; health of student leader on fast deteriorates

The decision for another round of talks was taken after a series of meetings between the government and student groups on Fugust 7 night and throughout Saturday (August 8, 2026) failed to break the deadlock

9 Aug 2026 10:42 am
Shanghai cancels 1,300 flights as China prepares for Typhoon Dolphin

Shanghai's Hongqiao and Pudong airports respectively also cancelled about 60% of Sunday's (August 9, 2026) expected flights

9 Aug 2026 10:32 am
Ashmita stuns Han to win maiden BWF Tour title at Korea Masters

The 26-year-old from Assam overcame a slow start and a testing decider to complete a memorable victory, recovering from the loss of the opening game to stun world No. 35 Han 14-21, 21-14, 21-14 in the summit clash

9 Aug 2026 10:26 am
Watch: Rahul, Rijiju spar over linking delimitation to womens quota law

Union Minister Kiren Rijiju and Lok Sabha Opposition leader Rahul Gandhi have clashed over the implementation of the womens reservation law.

9 Aug 2026 10:25 am
Anti-snake venoms to be available in 108 ambulances in A.P.

Emergency Medical Technician working in an ambulance can administer anti-snake venoms to patients after consulting a doctor

9 Aug 2026 10:09 am
Turkiyes Parliament passes Bill aimed at peace with Kurdish rebels

The Bill includes a mechanism to facilitate the return of PKK militants by suspending their jail sentences for as much as 10 years

9 Aug 2026 9:51 am
Zelenskyy visits Russian ally Serbia as Moscow pounds Kyiv

Moscow has significantly upped its attacks on the Ukrainian capital in recent months, typically firing salvos of hard-to-intercept ballistic missiles in short blitzes, with Ukraine pleading for more U.S.-made Patriot interceptors.

9 Aug 2026 9:34 am
Car-bomb attack targets southwest Colombia day after conservative President takes office

The Army alleged the attack was carried out by two dissident groups of the now-defunct Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia

9 Aug 2026 9:33 am
The 16th Worldwide Chinese Life Insurance Congress & 2026 International Dragon Award (IDA) Annual Conference Grandly Held

The 16th Worldwide Chinese Life Insurance Congress & 2026 International Dragon Award (IDA) Annual Conference Grandly Held

9 Aug 2026 9:30 am
CIAL posts record 502-crore net profit

With investments of more than 50,000 crore expected in the countrys airport sector over the next decade, the company intends to offer specialised consultancy services to airports across India

9 Aug 2026 9:26 am
A.P. govt. will revive Telugu theatre, restore artistes dignity, says Minister Kandula Durgesh

A comprehensive action plan will be prepared under the leadership of the Academy Chairman to support artistes, says Durgesh

9 Aug 2026 9:25 am
Mild earthquake, tremors in Maharashtras Nashik; cracks reported in houses

People should not fear. They should not believe any rumours. However, everyone should remain alert and take safety precautions, district Collector Ayush Prasad said.

9 Aug 2026 9:24 am
Those made protectors have become predators, says BJP, targeting Punjabs AAP government

BJPs comprehensive critique highlights accusations of illegal mining, paper leaks, and censorship; demands judicial inquiry into Barnala lathi charge, CBI probe into mining scams, and State Education Ministers resignation

9 Aug 2026 9:22 am
BRS wants govt. to boycott GRMB meet

Working president K.T. Rama Rao says the party will launch a major movement if States river water rights are undermined

9 Aug 2026 9:17 am
Indias climate challenge: El Nio and erratic monsoons | Insight India

Over the past few months, India has seen heavy rain and flooding in several states. Despite that, the country is actually facing a deficient monsoon. Concentrated bouts of rain are part of the problem. But erratic monsoon patterns are becoming an increasingly common problem as India continues to face the impacts of climate change. This year is also an El Nio year a global climate phenomenon that brings heavy rain to some regions and drought to others. With El Nio expected to hit in November, is

9 Aug 2026 9:04 am