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Olympic Council of Asia president says politics have already entered into the Asian Games

Politics in the form of a welcoming ceremony involving Taiwan had already entered into the Asian Games, says OCA president

19 Sep 2026 3:52 pm
Fact, fiction and flying objects: This new docufiction journeys across prehistory, colonial records and UFO encounters in Pavagada

Bengaluru-based economist and documentary filmmaker Sashi Sivramkrishnas latest docufiction, The Incidents at Pawgur, 1830, blends fictional characters and stories with real history

19 Sep 2026 3:43 pm
Man wanted in a murder case in Tiruvottiyur apprehended after 19 years

The man was among five persons arrested in 2007 in connection with the murder of Pandiyamani in Tiruvottiyur; however, after securing bail, he failed to appear before the court

19 Sep 2026 3:42 pm
Government can bear cost of maintaining UPI network: BJD MP Santrupt Misra

Santrupt Misra said the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI), which operates UPI, has large financial banks and platforms as its shareholders and promoters

19 Sep 2026 3:40 pm
Sri Lankan lawmaker seeks Modis intervention in Saudi case involving Tamil youth

The appeal concerns Anojan Sivarasa, a Sri Lankan national, whose family has claimed that he was sentenced to death in Saudi Arabia over a social media post allegedly amounting to blasphemy

19 Sep 2026 3:28 pm
19 Sep 2026 3:26 pm
Tamil, friendship and music: The many lives of Hiphop Tamizha Adhi

Ahead of the release of his Meesaya Murukku 2, Hiphop Tamizha Adhi speaks about how the film speaks about the challenges Tamil indie artists face, the joys of working with friends, and what lies ahead for his Tamizhanda Movement

19 Sep 2026 3:23 pm
Premalu, Bethlehem Kudumba Unit makers announce next film titled Picnic

Directed by debutant Kiran Josey, the film is produced by Dileesh Pothan, Fahadh Faasil and Syam Pushkaran

19 Sep 2026 3:18 pm
Entry to Kambathrayan Giri temple restricted on Purattasi Saturdays over recent forest fire

The fire had damaged grasslands and small vegetation, while rocks in some areas remained highly heated. Burnt vegetation, loose soil, and rocks could pose a risk of slips, falls and falling rocks, the Forest Dept. said

19 Sep 2026 3:17 pm
India's FTAs opening new career opportunities for youth: PM Modi

PM Modi distributed more than 51,000 appointment letters virtually to newly selected youth, who will join various government departments and organisations

19 Sep 2026 3:12 pm
Watch: Trump on banning CNN, MS NOW, Politico: I dont think a court should allow fake news

U.S. President Donald Trump defended the idea of restricting CNN, MS NOW and Politico from the White House, saying courts should not allow what he described as fake news to be published repeatedly.

19 Sep 2026 3:11 pm
Devotees offer prayers at Mumbais Lalbaugcha Raja pandal on sixth day of Ganesh Chaturthi

Devotees gathered at the Lalbaugcha Raja pandal in Mumbai to offer prayers on the sixth day of Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations. Large numbers of devotees visited the iconic pandal to seek blessings and participate in the festivities.

19 Sep 2026 3:11 pm
Youth dies of electric shock during Vinayaka idol immersion

K. Bharat Kumar collapsed while giving connection to the sound system to the DJ machine on September 18

19 Sep 2026 3:08 pm
Vinayaka idol immersion: Restrictions imposed on movement of vehicles in Puducherry town

The immersion of idols will take place on the beach front near the Old Court Complex on Sunday evening

19 Sep 2026 3:07 pm
UWA opens Mumbai Campus; MBA course to commence from November

UWA will also open a campus in Chennai in October 2026

19 Sep 2026 3:04 pm
Watch: Trump signs law authorising 100% tariffs on Russian energy buyers

U.S. President Donald Trump has signed a law allowing tariffs of up to 100% on major buyers of Russian oil and gas, including India and China. India said it is monitoring the developments and will take necessary measures to protect its trade and economic interests.

19 Sep 2026 3:02 pm
Dorothy trailer: Childhood buddies turn rivals in Karthik Subbarajs gangster-drama

With a soundtrack composed by Illaiyaraaja, the film stars Keerthy Suresh, Sananth and Rishikanth in pivotal roles

19 Sep 2026 2:57 pm
Watch: Indias COP21 commitments achieved ahead of schedule, says Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi said India is the only G20 country to have fulfilled all its COP21 commitments ahead of schedule. He highlighted Indias progress in non-fossil fuel energy, solar capacity and efforts to curb carbon emissions.

19 Sep 2026 2:56 pm
Despite zoonotic disease threat, Keralams proposed veterinary public health wing yet to take shape

A dedicated veterinary public health section was among the recommendations of Gita N. Potty panel cleared by Oommen Chandy Cabinet in 2016

19 Sep 2026 2:53 pm
Indians living in Japan on stand-by to house Asian Games athletes

Reports said the Indian embassy in Japan had helped reach out to around 2,000 families in Nagoya, some of whom are prepared to help

19 Sep 2026 2:50 pm
Prannoy says Aichi-Nagoya likely his last Asian Games, keeps LA 2028 door open

The former world No. 6, however, has not completely closed the door on another major assignment, with the Los Angeles Olympics still a possibility if he feels he can remain competitive

19 Sep 2026 2:50 pm
Five BSF personnel injured after vehicle overturns on Jammu-Srinagar highway

The injured were identified as Sub-Inspector Ghar Singh, driver Shamim Ahmed, and Constables Sunil Kumar, Parshtum Kumar and Chandan Yadhav

19 Sep 2026 2:47 pm
Watch: TN CM C. Joseph Vijay to expand the Kamarajar Breakfast scheme to Classes VIVIII from September 22

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay will launch the expansion of the Perunthalaivar Kamarajar Breakfast Scheme to Classes VI to VIII on September 22. The expansion will benefit around 15.30 lakh additional students across 15,454 government and aided schools, with 217.63 crore allocated for the expansion.

19 Sep 2026 2:46 pm
Jhooth Ki Goonj posters surface in Indore ahead of Rahul Gandhis student event

Congress termed the posters a ploy by the BJP to create obstacles for the Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition's Chhatron Ki Goonj event in the city

19 Sep 2026 2:42 pm
We don't want Games host Japan losing money, says Asian Olympic official

Japan's hosting of the Asian Games with huts and a cruise ship is an example for other nations, says official

19 Sep 2026 2:42 pm
PACL case: ED attaches shares worth 42.13 crore

The ED probe is based on a case registered by the Central Bureau of Investigation, which has filed a chargesheet and a supplementary chargesheet against 33 accused persons

19 Sep 2026 2:38 pm
Focus on giving your best, not complaining, Manu Bhaker tells fellow athletes

Athletes and officials from several countries, including India, have expressed dismay at the organisational mismanagement, cramped lodging and long travel time from hotels to training venues

19 Sep 2026 2:36 pm
U.S. lifts sanctions targeting Eritrea's ruling party and the military

Eritrean Information Minister Yemane Gebremeskel said the sanctions had been unwarranted and caused considerable damage to his country

19 Sep 2026 2:27 pm
Nandigram bypoll: Congress candidate facing 19-year-old murder, rioting cases to be produced in court

Milan Pradhan was arrested at a hotel in Chandipur in West Bengals Purba Medinipur district along with another party leader, Subhasish Bhattacharya

19 Sep 2026 2:25 pm
Sai Krishnas alleged custodial death case: More details stumble out

SIT, probing into the case, has arrested six persons so far; Gulivindala Suresh, who was Accused No. 4 and a close associate of CI Nagaraju, has been absconding for the last few months

19 Sep 2026 2:25 pm
Kurnool prepares two sites for Ganesh idol immersion

According to Industries and Commerce Minister and Kurnool MLA T.G. Bharath Gupta, necessary arrangements are being made to conduct the Ganesh idols immersion at the Vinayaka Ghat on the K-C Canal and the Handri-Neeva site near the Nannur toll gate

19 Sep 2026 2:13 pm
Iran executes man accused of providing missile info to Israel: judiciary

The death penalty was carried out against Hossein Pedaran, who had provided the Mossad with information on missile sites in Isfahan Province

19 Sep 2026 2:10 pm
Interview | Kathryn Stockett returns with new novel 17 years after The Help

The author discusses why it took her nearly two decades to write her second novel, The Calamity Club, and the scrutiny that followed her debuts success

19 Sep 2026 2:02 pm
Trumps Greenland deal explained: What the U.S., Denmark agreed on

Donald Trump has announced a major Greenland security agreement involving the United States, Denmark and Greenland. The deal would give the U.S. permanent access, basing and overflight rights while preventing non-NATO adversaries from establishing military bases on the island. Here is what the Greenland deal means for U.S. military presence, Arctic security, Denmark and Greenlands sovereignty.

19 Sep 2026 1:45 pm
After complaints, police begin verification of private bus staff in Kochi to check criminal antecedents

Traffic wing of police has forwarded details of around 100 private bus employees to district special branch for verification

19 Sep 2026 1:39 pm
Private travel bus catches fire in Srikakulam district, no injuries reported

As many as seven passengers got down immediately after smoke was seen emitting from the engine

19 Sep 2026 1:29 pm
Union Home Minister AmitShah falls ill inHubballi, skips inauguration of college

UnionHomeMinisterAmitShahskippedtheprogrammehe was scheduled to attend on September 19 duetoillhealth

19 Sep 2026 1:21 pm
Arrest of Nandigram Congress candidate lawful step: West Bengal Police

BothRahul Gandhi and Mamata Banerjee have condemned the arrest and criticised the move days ahead of the bypoll

19 Sep 2026 1:20 pm
Keralam power crisis: KSEB clears pact with Germanys GIZ, WRI India on energy storage

MoU, to be inked after securing Keralam govts approval, has been proposed under Energy Storage for Renewable Energy Integration in India project implemented by GIZ in collaboration with Ministry of New and Renewable Energy

19 Sep 2026 1:10 pm
Davis Cup: Nagal falters as Korea end Indias historic Final 8 hopes with 3-1 win

After Dhakshineswar Suresh and N. Sriram Balaji had revived India's hopes with a fighting doubles victory to cut the deficit to 1-2, Sumit Nagal needed to produce his best in the must-win rubber but instead endured a forgettable outing in the difficult heat, losing 1-6 2-6 to Korea number one Soon Woo Kwon

19 Sep 2026 1:01 pm
What are the four pillars of academic excellence?

Higher education institutions require a clear academic vision supported by four interconnected pillars: research publications, scholarly books, patents, and funded research projects

19 Sep 2026 12:59 pm