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Rachnatmak Congress meet to focus on unemployment, social justice

Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge and Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi are likely to attend

Tamil Nadu Assembly passes resolution agaist FCRA

U.K. government pauses Chevening Fellowships for a year over likely budget cuts

Chevening Fellowships, including the CRISP programme for science and innovation; the fellowship on cybersecurity; and South Asia Journalism Progr

Inquiry committee report on Justice Varma to be tabled in Lok Sabha on August 12

In August 2025, Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla constituted a committee to investigate the allegations of partially burnt currency notes in an outhous

The money never really left the bank: Bill for repricing has now arrived

Mutual funds did not drain India's deposits. Banks repriced their own liabilities - and the bill has now arrived

NaBFID, IIFCL, NIIF merger plan stuck amid inter-departmental reluctance

A proposal to bring three major infrastructure financing institutions under common management remains stalled despite overlapping mandates, simil

Moises Henriques to captain Portugal in T20 World Cup 2028 qualifying campaign

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Lionel Messis Kochi visit fabricated to launder black money: Shiyas

MLA seeks scrutiny of financial dealings of then Sports Minister V. Abdurahiman. The clandestine deal was conducted without the knowledge of the

12th edition of Pondicherry Heritage Festival to begin on August 18

Reliance Jio introduced recharge plan without data, will get 365 days validity

A few days ago, TRAI had instructed all telecom companies to offer recharge plans with only calling and SMS, so that users who do not use data ca

Telangana Chief Minister Accelerates Old City Metro Project in Hyderabad

Hyderabad, August 11: Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy directed officials to expedite the Old City Metro project under the Hyderabad Met

Telangana CM Accelerates Old City Metro Project

Hyderabad, August 11: Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy has directed officials to expedite the work on the Old City Metro project under t

Cauvery water release to TN: Karnataka govt to evaluate CWRC recommendation

Responding to the CWRC recommendation on releasing Cauvery water to Tamil Nadu, Karnataka ministers Santosh Lad and Ajay Singh said the state gov

Video of actor Vikram with Lar Gibbon: Tamil Nadu Forest Department probes

Sources said the trail of the Lar Gibbons can be traced to Erode and, before that, to Manipur

Jharkhand BJP workers hit streets over action against job aspirants

State Bank of India set to raise funds through 5-year dollar bond

SBI plans to raise funds through five-year dollar bonds, with the final issue size hinging on its ability to compress the initial pricing guidanc

Karnataka: BJP says it will not allow legislature proceedings if Nagendra is not sacked

Assam Government Approves Financial Proposals Exceeding

Guwahati, August 11: The Standing Finance Committee (SFC) of the Assam government has reviewed and approved financial proposals exceeding 66 cror

Oil companies' production decline rate superior to global average: Minister

Puri said domestic production of crude oil from offshore and onshore fields stood at 27.96 million tonnes (MT) last financial year (2025-26), aga

'Postcard from heaven, a treasure': California man finds a message from his late parents mailed 26 years ago from Denmark, leaving Bob Sheppard stunned by emotional surprise

A California man received an emotional surprise when a postcard his late parents mailed from Denmark in 2000 finally arrived at his Long Beach ho

Durand Cup | NorthEastUnited cruises into the last eight

Nearly 10,000 Malkajgiri property owners get relief in Waqf land record issue

The issue stemmed from an apparent error in Waqf land records, in which several survey numbers belonging to Mallapur village were reportedly show

Former Lanka all-rounder Maharoof highlights Gurnoor Brar as X-Factor in India-Lanka Tests

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Centre likely to send FCRA Amendment Bill to JPC amid Opposition demand for withdrawal

Resolution expected in Lok Sabha on Wednesday; Opposition parties say the proposed changes would give the Centre sweeping powers over assets of o

Chris Morris endorses Ajinkya Rahane for SA20 after retirement from India cricket

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over 200 routes blocked in Himachal monsoon, death toll reaches 70 and damage exceeds

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Net direct tax collection grows 23% to 8.11 lakh cr on slower refunds, higher non-corp taxes

Refund issuances, however, slowed during the year with a meagre 3.8% year-on-year growth to 1.43 lakh crore.

BJP to distribute 25,000 national flags as part of Har Ghar Thiranga programme in Puducherry

Marvels Wolverine PS5 Limited Edition console announced: Price, release date, design and accessories

PlayStation unveiled a limited-edition bundle for Marvel's Wolverine PS5, set to launch on September 15, 2026. This special collection features a

Jagtial youth dies in road accident in Malta

Quote of the Day by Whitney Houston: Ive always been a thin girl. Im not going to be Inspiring lessons on perception, body image, appearance, beauty standards and why confidence is the best outfit by the American singer known for her powerful performances and deep insights on identity and acceptance

Quote of the Day by Whitney Houston: Whitney Houstons quote, Ive always been a thin girl. Im not going to be fat, ever. Lets get that straight. W

Hotel double murder: Man confesses to killing two daughters over custody dispute

The accused, identified as Imran S.G., has allegedly confessed to killing his daughters, Sheikh Zoya and Sheikh Zehra, aged 10 and 8 years respec

Parliamentary panel recommends 25% of road budget for public transport

While the complete report was not available at the time of publishing, the panel's recommendations in its statement focused on enhancing bus tran

Tom Holland set to enter Hollywood

Highlights Tom Hollands 2026 box-office run includes The Odyssey and Spider-Man: Brand New Day . Spider-Man: Brand New Day has crossed around 1.2

Trump weighs economic pressure, military escalation as Iran talks continue

President Trump described Iran as devious negotiators in a recent interview. He outlined two strategies for dealing with the ongoing conflict. On

Jharkhand exam row: Over 100 ABVP members detained during protest march

More than 100 ABVP members were detained in Ranchi while marching towards the Jharkhand Assembly to protest police action against job aspirants a

Earlier this year, researchers analyzed ancient Chilean mummies for traces of smallpox DNA. The evidence produced the first direct molecular proof that European colonists brought the deadly virus to the Americas

Smallpox DNA discovery: Ancient DNA from Chilean mummies offers direct evidence of European smallpox introduction. This discovery supports long-h

James Bond: The unlikely Riz Ahmed twist in the race for 007

Highlights Bond 26 auditions have moved into a new round this August, with producer Amy Pascal saying a decision on the next 007 could be a good

Nellimarla turns to Miyawaki forest to increase green cover

Bike taxis are not public transport vehicles: Karnataka to Supreme Court

The Karnataka government has told the Supreme Court that bike taxis cannot be treated as public transport vehicles, citing safety concerns, highe

Rajasthan Police Issues Advisory Against Fake Overseas Job Offers to Combat Cyber Slavery

Jaipur, August 11: The Rajasthan Police has issued an advisory to warn youths and their families about fraudulent overseas job offers that could

Report: Trump secretly moved to different aircraft over Iranian threat

A Washington Post report claims Donald Trump was secretly moved to a different US military aircraft after the NATO summit in Turkiye amid concern

New LPG connection, second cylinder issue remain on hold

This even as curbs introduced on other widely consumed petroleum products in the wake of West Asia crisis have been relaxed

CM Vijay likely to move resolution in Assembly seeking freeze on Lok Sabha seats at 543

Vijay had on August 8 convened a meeting with Members of Parliament from Tamil Nadu at Kalaivanar Arangam in Chennai

Government approves introduction of one billion polymer banknotes of 10 and 20

The RBI has informed that the procurement process is presently at an initial stage, she said

Plea to fill vacancies, provide adequate equipment in medical college hospitals

The PIL plea said the vacancies in the posts of doctors, medical officers, supporting staff, and the inadequate lifesaving medical equipment in g

Grand steps of Vidhana Soudha to turn a concert stage on I-Day

While the entry is free, those who want to participate need to scan the QR code provided and register.

Post-Mecca joint defence pact, India says it will protect its national interests

India remains fully committed to safeguarding its national interests and will take all necessary measures in this regard, says MEA spokesperson

50 military veterans write to PM Modi seeking intervention to save Delhi Gymkhana Club

Retired military officers have appealed to Prime Minister Narendra Modi for intervention. They seek reconsideration of the Delhi Gymkhana Club's

Suryalanka Beach set for major tourism infrastructure boost

Grandmothers Kuchipudi Rangapravesam

She added that regular yoga and fitness kept her motivated

Civil Aviation Ministry prioritises safety in probe of Air India Phuket-Delhi flight turbulence

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'No Chinese encroachment in Arunachal': Govt sources debunk viral claims, call them 'attention-seeking ploys'

Fresh claims of China allegedly carrying out a slow encroachment into Arunachal Pradesh have been rejected by government sources, who termed the

Meghalaya Launches Intensive HIV Awareness Campaign to Combat Rising Infections

Shillong, August 11: Meghalaya is set to strengthen its fight against HIV and sexually transmitted infections (STIs) by launching the Intensified

Assam cabinet approves Taj Gateway hotel lease, tax relief for farmers and other key decisions

Assam's cabinet approved a Taj Gateway Hotel lease and streamlined police verification processes. The government also granted Aadhaar enrolment r

A.P. aqua farmers get power at 1.50 a unit, 10-acre cap lifted

Nine killed in two multi-vehicle crashes in Zaheerabad

Main risk of AI is erosion of human judgment: RBI Governor

The responsibility for a banks decisions rests with the bank, not with its algorithm.

Fisherman dies after collapsing on boat while heading to sea from Mandapam

Delhi traffic advisory for Independence Day rehearsal: Check roads to avoid, diversions, alternate routes and other key details

Delhi traffic adviory for Independance Day rehersals: Delhi Traffic Police will impose restrictions on August 13 for the Independence Day rehears

John Abraham unveils Rotterdam Dockers jersey for inaugural ETPL season

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Prashant Kishor promises 10,000 private jobs for Bankipur youth in two years

Prashant Kishor, the Bankipur MLA, pledged private job placements for ten thousand youths. He will utilize his national network to secure employm

The stars are still there, we just can't see them anymore as artificial light is now changing that view at an alarming pace, creating a brightening night that future generations may barely recognize

Artificial light pollution erases stars twice as fast as satellites measured. A child seeing 250 stars today may see fewer than 100 by age eighte

Vasai-Virar Invites Citizens to Celebrate Patriotism with Har Ghar Tiranga Campaign

Mumbai, August 11: The Vasai-Virar Municipal Corporation has called on all citizens to enthusiastically participate in the Har Ghar Tiranga campa

Karnataka: Violations Found In 3 Main Kitchens Of Indira Canteens In Bengaluru, Warehouse Sealed

The inspected main kitchens/food preparation units at Gottigere, Lingarajapuram and Singasandra in Bengaluru Urban district: Reports

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Quote of the day by Langston Hughes remains powerful because it speaks to something deeply human: the need to believe that life can become more t

A.P. Christian leaders urge Centre to withhold proposed FCRA Amendment Bill

The APCLF leaders and representatives of FCRA-registered organisations demand that the proposed amendments be withheld in their entirety, along w

Bombay HC warns Maharashtra FDA for sword to kill mosquito approach as Cadila challenges drug ban

The Bombay High Court criticized the Maharashtra FDA for its drastic actions against companies. The court directed the regulator to grant hearing

Iran announce 12-man kabaddi squad for Asian Games 2026 with Fazel Atrachali as captain

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PM Modi to attend release of former president Ram Nath Kovind

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SHIFT Transport Coalition launches Transport Analytics Hub to analyse urban mobility data

The platform uses geospatial analytics and interactive visualisation tools to help users understand mobility patterns, compare cities using mobil

TGICET counselling: 19,526 MBA and MCA seats filled, over 16,000 remain vacant

Shimla police freeze Rs 2 crore assets linked to Punjab drug network

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Seven Killed In Road Accident In Zaheerabad

The injured were shifted to the Area Hospital in Zaheerabad for treatment

Nearly 30,000 pounds of beef recalled in Florida, Texas: Reason and affected products

Nearly thirty thousand pounds of raw beef from Argentina are being recalled in Florida and Texas. This recall is due to the products entering the

TRS leader Kavitha calls for insurance and improved conditions for private hospital nurses

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Air India CEO Faces Inquiry Over Phuket-Delhi Flight Incident

New Delhi, August 11: Civil Aviation Secretary Sameer Kumar Sinha and senior officials met with Air India CEO Campbell Wilson on Tuesday. The dis

Karnataka issues 12-point food safety advisory to hospitality sector

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Quote of the Day by Martin Luther King Jr.: One day we will learn that the heart can never be totally right if the... Inspiring life lessons from a powerful quote by the Nobel Peace Prize-winning civil rights leader on wisdom, compassion, emotional intelligence, leadership, courage, and inner balance

Today's quote of the day by Martin Luther King Jr.: The famous quote by Martin Luther King Jr., One day we will learn that the heart can never be

Department of Drinking Water and Sanitation organises 11th District Collectors

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The Hindu photographers shine at APPJAs National Photojournalism Contest-2026

South Asian Film Festival UK to bring 'Sangam', 'Kabhi Kabhie' and 'Dil Chahta Hai' back to cinemas

Highlights The inaugural South Asian Film Festival UK will celebrate Indian cinema with three restored classics across England this October. Sang

Congress calls for close monitoring of electoral rolls in Hyderabad region

I dont wash my hands: Hegseth's nose-wipe video sparks internet frenzy as old comment resurfaces

School Assembly Headlines August 12: Check latest India, international, business and sports news

National headlines include Parliament clashes and a resolution on NEET. International news features earthquake fatalities and drone strikes in Ru

Planning board post: Kerala HC stays information commission order directing PSC to give mark details, personal info

District Collectors Emphasize Water Conservation During Monsoon at 11th Dialogue

New Delhi, August 11: Ashok K.K. Meena, Secretary of Drinking Water and Sanitation, highlighted the importance of water conservation during the m

Dodge Charger Super Bee gets 600bhp straight-six to rival Mustang V8

The limited-edition Charger Super Bee produces 600bhp from a 3.0-litre twin-turbo straight-six. It can switch from all-wheel drive to rear-wheel

Syria's ousted leader Bashar al-Assads fall: From 24 years in power to death sentence

Bashar al-Assad's 24-year rule ended in December 2024 after rebel forces advanced. He fled to Moscow, concluding over five decades of family rule

Watch: BJP targets Congress on police action at Jharkhand protest | Above the Fold | Aug 11 2026

Jharkhands student protests have taken a political turn, with the BJP and Congress trading blame over police action against protesters. With over