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Video: 21 Indian sailors take cover during Iran attack in Hormuz

An old video of an April 22 attack in the Strait of Hormuz has been shared by the Forward Seamens Union of India (FSUI), showing 21 Indian seafar

CBSE Three-Language Policy: Supreme Court Says Children Must Not Face Extra Pressure

Supreme Court flags teacher shortages, textbooks and English classification while seeking relief for Class 6 students.

Trial by fire: On fire accidents in West Bengal | The Hindu Editorial

West Bengal should rebuild its crumbling, hazardous infrastructure

Delhi HC Says Restricting Social Media Access For Children Is A Policy Decision, Leaves Matter To Centre

The court declined to impose restrictions on childrens social media use, leaving the Centre to examine the issue and formulate policy.

India won't be safe till its borders are secure: Union Home Minister Amit Shah

Stating that the SSB is not a political organisation, Mr. Shah said that previous CMs staying away from the celebrations of border forces gave ou

Pakistan Army Chief says Balochistan militants are foreign proxies

Vizianagaram woman found dead; police look at distress over TET marks

A 24-year-old woman was found dead at her home in Vizianagaram district, and the police are examining the circumstances of her death

Jharkhand High Court stays notifications cancelling appointments of CDPOs, recruitment through JSSC-CGL exam

The court today stayed the operation of the notification cancelling recruitments through Jharkhand Staff Selection Commission-Combined Graduate L

Celebrities on which dish they like the most in the Onam sadya

As Onam sadya crawls begin, we ask celebrities which dish has their heart

In July 2019, scientists watched mayflies mistake solar-like glass for water; females landed and deposited eggs on the dry surface

Female mayflies are confusing solar panels for water surfaces, which is causing difficulties with their reproduction. This issue, termed polarize

What can be done to address the CBSE evaluation controversy?

The Supreme Courts concern over frustrated young minds has renewed focus on the unresolved CBSE On-Screen Marking (OSM) controversy. A simple SOP

Morari Bapu brings Ram Katha to Harvard in landmark gathering

Spiritual leader Morari Bapu has begun a nine-day Ram Katha at Harvard University, bringing the teachings of the Ramayan to one of the worlds mos

Govt orders removal of Google Firebase accounts after spotting scam pattern

Online scams have become one of India's most pressing law enforcement challenges, with Indians losing nearly $2.4 billion in alleged cyber fraud

Locals push CJP team out of Rajasthan village; Abhijeet Dipke claims BJP 'goon' behind attack

A scuffle erupted when villagers and BJP workers allegedly blocked a CJP team's school inspection. The CJP team reported being attacked and pelte

22 Indians among crew of 2 vessels hijacked off Yemen, Somalia

New Delhi: Two commercial vessels carrying a total of 22 Indian nationals have been hijacked by armed pirates in separate incidents off Yemen and

CPCB Recruitment 2026: 51 Positions Including Scientist Open for Applications Starting August 24

New Delhi, August 21: A significant opportunity has emerged for job seekers. The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) has issued an official no

Mute Spectator: Dipke Targets Police As Locals Push CJP Team Out of Rajasthan Village

Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) convenor Abhijeet Dipke on Friday slammed the Rajasthan police after locals allegedly pushed a CJP team out of a vill

Rahul Gandhi, With Pellet Victim, Sits Outside Senior Cop's Office Over FIR

As the cops refused to file an FIR, Rahul Gandhi, along with a pellet gun victim, Sahil Lochab, sat on a dharna outside the police station.

Front-of-pack labels: Where India stands vs global food labelling systems

India is yet to finalise its front-of-pack labelling rules. Here's how its proposed approach compares with warning labels and nutrition ratings u

'He Thrashed Her Over Rotten Tomato': Sister Of Lucknow Woman Shot By Husband

In a post on X, Pragya Mishra alleged that Manas used to beat her sister over a rotten tomato.

Poco launches M8x 5G for mid segment users in India

Poco M8x 5G ships with a 7,900 mAh battery, supported by a 45W charger in the box

No plan to rename Kochi Metro Rail Ltd as Keralam Metro Rail Ltd, says CM V.D. Satheesan

CM says KMRL authorities issued a press release on name change proposal without consulting with government

U.S. plans toughest sanctions on Iran, warns trading partners

The Trump administration is preparing what it calls the toughest sanctions in history against Iran, while warning that countries providing an eco

Ban on construction in Delhi from Dec 10 to Jan 20 to curb air pollution

Construction activities will be completely banned in Delhi from December 10 to January 20 as part of the government's measures to curb air pollut

Gayatri-Treesa script history, assure medal for India with QF win at BWF World Championships 2026

In a historic moment for India, the duo of Gayatri Gopichand and Treesa Jolly have stunned fourth-seed China's Jia Yi Fan and Zhang Shu Xian and

Kejriwal Criticizes Central Government, Claims India Falls Behind Bangladesh in Per Capita Income

New Delhi, August 21: Arvind Kejriwal, the national convenor of the Aam Aadmi Party, has launched a sharp attack on the central government regard

Kejriwal Criticizes Central Government Over Economic Decline

New Delhi, August 21: Arvind Kejriwal, the national convenor of the Aam Aadmi Party, has launched a sharp attack on the central government regard

In 1971, Apollo 15 secretly left a tiny aluminum astronaut on the moon; beside it was a plaque naming 14 dead American and Soviet space travelers

In 1971, a hidden aluminum tribute was installed on the Moon, commemorating the bravery of fourteen astronauts and cosmonauts who lost their live

Jobs Are Becoming Tasks in AI Era, Says Phenom CEO

US-based HR technology company Phenom plans to create more than 2,000 additional job opportunities in India in the coming years

Tube Investments raises stake in Shanthi Gears to 73.16% via 77.49 crore block deal

The company bought 20,64,713 equity shares of SGL at a face value of Re. 1 each, at a total cost of approximately 77.49 crore in an all-cash tran

Odisha Vigilance Seizes Rs 10.74 Lakh Cash, Assets from Lathikata Tahasildar

The Odisha Vigilance Department has unearthed more assets belonging to Muralidhar Urmal, TahasildarcumSub Registrar of Lathikata, raising the tot

Quote of the Day by Jerry Garcia: Live life expecting the worst, hoping for the best, and - Why a balanced mindset can help you navigate uncertainty

Jerry Garcia's poignant quote encapsulates a well-rounded strategy for confronting lifes trials. It advocates a proactive stance towards challeng

How do they play such good Test cricket?: Sanjay Manjrekar

Following the victory, former cricketer Sanjay Manjrekar termed it a mystery and was surprised by how the generation of IPL players is able to de

Delhi to halt construction from December 10 to January 20 to curb winter pollution

Delhi will ban all construction from December 10 to January 20. This measure aims to tackle worsening air pollution during winter months. Larger

Mamata Didn't Give Land For Border Fencing Despite Repeated Requests: Amit Shah

Home Minister Amit Shah said 1,129 acres required for strengthening the India-Bangladesh border were provided only after the Adhikari government

India Is Waging A Quiet War On Arbitration

Amit Shah Criticizes Mamata Government in Siliguri, Emphasizes Border Security

Mumbai, August 21: Union Home Minister Amit Shah has targeted the previous West Bengal government regarding border security and the delay in prov

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Bitcoin set for biggest weekly gain in more than two years

Bitcoin advances almost 20% this week

PV makers ramp up festive preparations, but brace for slower H2 growth

Production and dealer stocking rise as bookings strengthen; high base, elevated inventory and commodity inflation cloud second-half outlook

CJP Demands Probe Into MMRDA JE Exam Results, Alleges Irregularities

CJP convenor Abhijeet Dipke claimed several aspirants have raised concerns over the recruitment exam results.

Trump Aims for Dominance in Space with Ambitious Launch Goals

Washington, August 21: President Donald Trump has initiated a campaign to conduct over a thousand space launches and re-entries annually by 2030.

Indonesia, China expand defence ties and launch broad new bilateral dialogue

Indonesia China expand defence ties and launch broad new bilateral dialogue

NASA germinated corn seeds during spaceflight; seedlings showed altered root growth and twisted shoot patterns in microgravity

In a groundbreaking experiment, corn seeds grown in space exhibited unusual growth patterns, with roots growing sideways and shoots curling due t

Glass Piece Allegedly Found In Burger At Mumbai

A Mumbai customer alleges finding a glass piece in her burger, prompting complaints to police and Maharashtra FDA.

Who really removes content on social media? MeitY Secretary breaks down system

Who really removes content on social media MeitY Secretary breaks down system

In 1995, a Tasmanian fisherman found a dead carp. What followed was a four-decade operation to remove nearly 50,000 European fish

A dead carp spotted in Tasmania's Lake Crescent in 1995 triggered a 28-year campaign to eradicate invasive European carp from Lake Crescent and L

Indian Comedian Zarna Garg Says She Was Trapped In Herms Restroom

Garg alleged she was locked inside the Berlin stores bathroom for over an hour, with no apology, no explanation from staff.

Inactive EPF Account: EPF account becomes inactive at this age and does not earn interest

Inactive EPF Account: EPFO members should know when their account can become inactive. The organization has decided when you will retire and when

PSU Banks top alpha pick as OmniScience Capital stays overweight on banking sector

CEO Vikas Gupta described the banking sector as completely mispriced, highlighting that PSU banks are undervalued despite strong growth and their

What goes into a classic, timeless suit? Japanese designer Yuki Igarashi weighs in

In India for trunk shows at Chennai and Mumbai with fashion entrepreneur Osman Abdul Razak, Japanese menswear designer Yuki Igarashi takes us thr

Rahul Stages Dharna Outside Delhi Police Station With Pellet Gun Victim

The Lok Sabha LoP has demanded the registration of a case over the alleged use of pellet guns

Sri Lankas iconic singer Nanda Malini dies at 82

Malinis long career, remarkable body of work, and the choices that shaped them reveal not only how Sri Lankas political landscape evolved over ti

Rahul Gandhi on dharna, seeks FIR over pellet gun use at Delhi protest

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Friday sat on a dharna at the Parliament Street police station here seeking the registration of an FIR over pelle

Assam Government Focuses on Enhancing Sports Opportunities for Athletes: CM Himanta

Guwahati, August 21: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma highlighted the state governments efforts to strengthen sports infrastructure on Fr

SC makes bail final for 105-year-old murder convict

Stone Laden Lorries Raise Safety Concerns on Lanco Hills Road

Motorists have urged the Hyderabad Traffic Police to take necessary action against those transporting materials without following safety measures

Nvidia Denies Report it is Rolling Out China AI Chip By Year-End

The reporting in The Information on Nvidia's LPU is incorrect. We have no LPU sales in the China market today, and no China-specific LPU product

Telangana teacher murder: Red hoodie, blood-stained cash & 27 stabs

Telangana teacher murder Red hoodie bloodstained cash stabs

Netweb Technologies raises 1,200 crore via a QIP at 4,790 per share; stock hits 52-week high

25,05,219 equity shares were allotted to marquee institutional investors at a 1.96% discount to the floor price

Two vessels with 22 Indians on board hijacked off Yemen, Somalia

New Delhi, Aug 21: Two commercial vessels carrying a total of 22 Indian nationals have been hijacked by armed pirates in separate incidents off Y

AI, jobs and leadership: How businesses can prepare for the next decade | ET WLF 2026

AI, jobs and leadership: How businesses can prepare for the next decade | ET WLF 2026

Shweta Tiwari questions Raj Thackeray over abusive DMs: Is this what being a Marathi Maanus means?

Shweta Tiwari, who is currently appearing in the second season of The Traitors, has spoken out against the online abuse she says she has been rec

Gayatri-Treesa stun 4th seeds, assure India women's doubles medal after 15 years

GayatriTreesa stun th seeds assure India womens doubles medal after years

Abhishek Bachchan reveals his emotional connection with Jaipur: It is a city where Aishwarya and I started dating, It has an emotional part

Abhishek Bachchan has revealed the personal reasons behind his decision to choose Jaipur as the home city for his Pro Kabaddi League team, the Ja

Babita Singh Reporting Trailer: Nimisha Sajayan leads Prime Video investigative thriller set to premiere on August 28

Prime Video has unveiled the trailer of its upcoming original movie Babita Singh Reporting, offering a glimpse into an investigative thriller cen

Clean, sanitise or disinfect? Know what your home actually needs

Clean sanitise or disinfect Know what your home actually needs

Reservation Hatao Andolan: Delhi Police Issues NOC For 500-Person Protest At Ramlila Ground

Delhi Police allows a restricted protest at Ramlila Ground after denying permission for Jantar Mantar gathering.

Arjun Bijlani escapes unhurt after a car accident, team issues statement

Arjun Bijlani escapes unhurt after a car accident team issues statement

Sri Lanka Announces 14-Member Squad for Colombo Test Against India

New Delhi, August 21: Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) has announced its 14-member squad for the second Test match against India, starting this Sunday. Al

MIT researchers redesigned ordinary fog nets, changing the mesh and coating, to extract drinking water from air in some of Earth's driest regions

Scientists have created an innovative mesh tailored for capturing water from fog, enhancing water yield dramatically over current nets. This brea

Can India sell E10 alongside E20? The logistics challenge explained

As E20 becomes the nationwide petrol blend, the question is whether India's existing fuel network can accommodate E10 alongside it. Here's what e

Prabhas Pic With Surgeon, Fans Are Worried

Sharing the picture of Prabhas along with him, he posted, Some people inspire you through their success, while others leave a lasting impression

TVK Leader Nanjil Sampath Attacked With Chair By DMK Goons, Injured After Alleged Abusive Remarks During Debate

A heated altercation reportedly broke out during a debate programme organised by Behindwoods in Chennais Mogappair area, after remarks made by Ta

Microdrama boom: Why studios are betting despite shaky platform economics

India's microdrama audience is growing rapidly, but monetisation remains a work in progress

Andhra woman gets trapped after lift suddenly moves, dies; horror caught on CCTV

Andhra woman gets trapped after lift suddenly moves dies horror caught on CCTV

Hot, humid weather to continue across J&K till August-end, brief intense showers likely: MeT

Kunal Kemmu, Sparsh bring comedy and high-stakes drama in Vibe teaser as Preity Zinta takes charge | Watch

Kunal Kemmu is all set to return to the directors chair after Madgaon Express with the comedy-drama Vibe. The makers released the films official

US Open Announces Record $108 Million Prize Money

The men's and women's singles champions at the August 23 to September 13 major in New York will earn $5.5 million each

Illustrator Athulya Pillais silent comic, Nanavu, tells the story of tidal flooding in Kochi

Athulya Pillais silent comic, Nanavu, tells the story of tidal flooding through the life of a little girl

Binance Donates INR 3.3 Crore to Goonj's Rahat Initiative for Assam Flood Relief

Binance Donates INR 3.3 Crore to Goonj's Rahat Initiative for Assam Flood Relief

Titan Corporate Gifting Turns the Spotlight on Diwali Recognition with 'The Joy That Lasts'

The government has asked Meta to ensure human review in AI-led content moderation, warning that keyword-based takedowns can remove legitimate pos

Mexican fishermen vanished at sea. 5 days later, rescuers found them in a cooler

Mexican fishermen vanished at sea days later rescuers found them in a cooler

Japan executes Osaka pachinko arson convict, reviving death penalty debate

Japan executes Osaka pachinko arson convict reviving death penalty debate

Udhayanidhi Stalin, Aadhav Arjuna spar over files on corruption, live telecast of Tamil Nadu Assembly proceedings

If remarks removed from the Assembly records were broadcast, the matter would be referred to the Privileges Committee and appropriate action woul

Dead Mouse Found In Branded Namkeen Packet In Kanpur, Food Safety Probe Launched

A dead baby rat was allegedly found inside a packet of branded namkeen bought from a grocery shop in Rajpur, Kanpur Dehat.

Fox ESS Tops Global Residential ESS Shipments in H1 2026

Fox ESS Tops Global Residential ESS Shipments in H1 2026

Vande Mataram row: What was Congress 1937 resolution

The Congress said the 1937 resolution recommending that only the first two stanzas of Vande Mataram be sung at national gatherings reflected the

The New-Age Indian Breakfast for GenZ: Is Convenience Becoming as Important as Nutrition?

The government has asked Meta to ensure human review in AI-led content moderation, warning that keyword-based takedowns can remove legitimate pos