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Tragic Hotel Fire in Kolkata Claims Nine Lives, Including a Child

Kolkata, August 19: A devastating fire broke out at a hotel on Free School Street in Kolkatas New Market area during the midnight hours between T

Government Approves Incentive Scheme To Expand Domestic Piped Natural Gas Connections Across India

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Lola Petticrew on Leading Furious Emmy Rossum female rage playing serial killer Exclusive

Samajwadi Party leader Azam Khan raided by ED in Jauhar University case, searches at 10 locations in Delhi, UP

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Wednesday carried out raids at multiple properties linked to Samajwadi Party leader Azam Khan in Uttar Prades

AI in Class 6? Mumbai woman finds Python lessons in textbook, adults feel left behind

AI in Class Mumbai woman finds Python lessons in textbook adults feel left behind

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Maha govt makes snakebite notifiable disease, reporting of cases compulsory

The Maharashtra government has declared snakebite a notifiable disease, making it mandatory for all hospitals, medical colleges and healthcare pr

In T.N., Tahsildar suspended for ordering collection of details of Communist party members

M. Ayyasamy, the tahsildar of Guziliamparai in Dindigul district, issued the order on August 18 and directed officials to submit the details by t

1,800 km journey, 30-point heartbreak. But journey goes on for Ashith and Amrutha

km journey point heartbreak But journey goes on for Ashith and Amrutha

Mohanlal announces seven-film lineup with Priyadarshan, Jeethu Joseph and Malayalam cinema's top directors

There's good news for fans of Malayalam superstar Mohanlal, as the National Award-winning actor has revealed an impressive seven-film lineup feat

L&T Technology Services wins $75 million-plus deal from global tech firm

The Larsen & Toubro (L&T) subsidiary said the deal involves deploying its Engineering Intelligence (EI) capabilities across the client's end-to-e

Maharashtra makes snakebite a notifiable disease; reporting of cases compulsory

The move comes after three tribal schoolgirls died and three others were hospitalised after a venomous snake bit them at a state government-aided

Indian-American Pia Dandiya wins Democratic nomination for Florida 22 district

Dandiya bagged 68.6% of the votes to defeat Kaysia Earley, a lawyer, who managed to gather 31.4%

Democrat Angie Nixon defeats Alexander Vindman in surprise Florida Senate primary upset

Angie Nixon secured a surprise Democratic Senate primary victory in Florida. She will now face Republican Ashley Moody in the general election. B

Pant scripts history, leapfrogs Gill to become Indias top WTC run-scorer

In a remarkable feat, Rishabh Pant has now taken the lead in India's World Test Championship run charts, overtaking Shubman Gill following his im

Trump-Kim reunion? US President pushes for fresh North Korea talks

TrumpKim reunion US President pushes for fresh North Korea talks

Goa seeks life term for Tarun Tejpal in rape case: India Today accesses plea in SC

Goa seeks life term for Tarun Tejpal in rape case India Today accesses plea in SC

Kolkata fire: At least nine dead in massive hotel fire

Five fire tenders were pressed into service to douse the blaze that erupted at a hotel on Mirza Galib Street in central Kolkata around 1.45 am.

Shiprocket IPO listing today: Shares may debut with 37% gain, GMP signals

Shiprocket IPO listing today Shares may debut with gain GMP signals

Massive Kolkata hotel fire kills 9, several injured

The blaze erupted around 2 a.m.; at least 15 others were rescued from the hotel

At least 9 killed, six injured in massive fire at hotel in Kolkata

At least nine people died, and six were injured in a fire at a hotel on Mirza Galib Street in central Kolkata early on Wednesday night, police sa

Threatening friends and courting enemies in Trump's 'upside-down world'

The president's hostility to allies like Oman, Canada, South Korea, and his affection for adversaries like North Korea, may still shock some. But

Trump picks White House adviser Heidi Overton to run FDA, source says

If approved by the Senate, Ms. Overton will take over an FDA that is under pressure to rebuild confidence among industry and public-health groups

OpenAI is slowing down AI training as models keep getting more powerful

OpenAI is slowing down AI training as models keep getting more powerful

Meta sued over claims of hooking kids to Instagram, Facebook; company denies

Meta sued over claims of hooking kids to Instagram Facebook company denies

Bengaluru founder shows half-empty office at 10 am, blames city's traffic snarls

Bengaluru founder shows halfempty office at am blames citys traffic snarls

Shocking Discovery: Bodies of Missing Youth Found in Maharashtras Morna Lake

Mumbai, August 19: A shocking incident has emerged from the Washim district of Maharashtra, where the bodies of a young man and woman were discov

In Meta's trial, families of social media victims see pivotal moment for online safety

This lawsuit is not focused on any individual person, case or specific harm tied to social media, but rather broader claims that Meta made decisi

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Ahmedabad Police Bust International 'Boss Scam' Cyber Ring; CP Gehlot Reveals Pakistan-China Links

The Commissioner further informed that the accused were involved in providing OTPs (One-Time Passwords) to cybercriminals.

UAE suspends trade, financial transactions with Iran

Abu Dhabi: The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has suspended all trade, commercial exchanges and financial transactions with Iran until further notice

Batwara 1947 box office Day 5: Sunny film struggles, recovers just 24% of budget

Batwara box office Day Sunny film struggles recovers just of budget

Gaja Capitals 550-crore IPO opens today

The IPO comprises a fresh issue of equity shares aggregating up to450 crore and an Offer for sale of equity shares aggregating up to100 crore .

Vishwanath And Sons box office Day 5: Suriya film hits Rs 128 crore despite dip

Vishwanath And Sons box office Day Suriya film hits Rs crore despite dip

Tributes Pour in for Former President Shankar Dayal Sharma on His Birth Anniversary

New Delhi, August 19: The nation is commemorating the birth anniversary of Shankar Dayal Sharma, Indias ninth President. Leaders like Lok Sabha S

KVS, NVS tier 2 results 2026 for second phase announced; how to download scorecard

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has announced the second phase of the tier two recruitment exam results for the Kendriya Vidyalay

Hindustan Zinc Raises Renewable Energy Share to 22%

Udaipur, August 19, 2026: Vedanta Group company Hindustan Zinc Limited has increased the share of renewable energy in its total electricity consu

Shreyas Iyer's Dance on Ajith Song With Dhawan, Tilak Goes Viral

The cricketers' funny steps left netizens in splits.

France to Expel Two Iranian Diplomats After Alleged Assault on French Diplomats

He added that France's support for Iranian artists, scientists and researchers was the reason behind what he described as a deliberate attack on

US-Canada tariff row eases: Trump pauses 50% levies after last-minute deal

The United States and Canada have agreed to delay significant tariffs on imports. This pause allows both nations more time to negotiate a compreh

UAE halts all trade, financial ties with Iran after Tehran missile scare

UAE halts all trade, financial ties with Iran after Tehran missile scare

Child FD schemes: PNB, YES Bank and Post Office options parents can consider in 2026

Parents looking to secure their childrens financial future can choose from bank FDs and government-backed savings schemes, depending on the goal

US Secretary of State Rubio Discusses Iran and Strait of Hormuz with UAE Security Chief

Washington, August 19: The United States and the United Arab Emirates have strengthened their diplomatic coordination regarding regional security

Kolkata hotel fire: Nine dead, six injured in massive blaze at Mirza Ghalib Street in West Bengal

A massive fire erupted at a hotel on Mirza Ghalib Street in Kolkata. At least nine people died and six others were injured in the incident. All d

Hindustan Zinc increases renewable power consumption to 22%; Targets 70% by FY28

Renewable power consumption increases from ~18% in FY26 to current 22% of overall power consumption 530 MW round-the-clock renewable power arrang

Civil Aviation Minister Rammohan Naidu announces BVLOS certification by 2026 and new drone manufacturing incentives

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Rise Above Attachment, Hatred, Jealousy and Criticism: Kailash Manav

Udaipur, August 18: A spiritual and devotional atmosphere prevailed during the Shiva Katha organised as part of the Apno Se Apni Baat Bholenath K

PSBs unveil plan to enhance financial inclusion of India

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Nasa images show 60-foot-wide crater on moon after SpaceX rocket crash

A NASA spacecraft circling the moon is providing the sharpest views yet of the crater carved by a crashing SpaceX rocket. The space agency releas

Three Wanted Members of Davinder Bambiha Gang Deported from Malaysia, Arrested at Delhi Airport

New Delhi, August 19: Punjab Police has achieved a significant victory against international organized crime. The Overseas Fugitive Tracking and

Former Delhi Minister And AAP Leader Satyendar Jain Among Six Arrested In Alleged DJB Tender Corruption Case

Nifty to stay weak below 24,200 level, says MOFSL; HAL among 3 stock picks

Stocks to buy today: HAL, Samvardhana Motherson and Sona BLW among three stock recommendations by MOFSL's Chandan Taparia.

Sacked Ukraine Defence Minister urges path to elections

Ukraines popular ex-Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov said Ukraine must find a legal, safe, and realistic mechanism that will allow Ukraine to re

Trump Says No Talks Planned with Iran, Tehran Says Hormuz Still Shut

The nearly six-month conflict, which began with joint U.S.-Israeli strikes on Iran, has settled into a standoff

Why is Chinese film Niu Lai trending? Animated film competes with Spider-Man BND; see X reactions and more

The Chinese animated movie Niu Lai or The Cow Is Coming has become one of the biggest surprises at the box office in 2026. This low-budget film h

9 killed after massive fire breaks out at hotel in Kolkata

A Kolkata hotel fire claimed nine lives early Wednesday morning. Six individuals sustained injuries and received immediate medical attention. Mea

Major Action Against Irregularities in Jharkhand Recruitment Exams: 22 Exams Canceled, 2,628 Jobs Affected

Ranchi, August 19: The Jharkhand government has taken significant action against irregularities in recruitment exams. Based on findings from inve

Indian-American educator Pia Dandiya wins Florida Democratic primary

Indian-American educator Pia Dandiya wins Florida Democratic primary

Major Action Against Irregularities in Jharkhand Recruitment Exams

Ranchi, August 19: The Jharkhand government has taken its largest action yet against irregularities in recruitment examinations. Based on finding

Messi Kerala Visit Row: Government Lost Rs.22 Crore, Says CM Satheesan

Last week, Satheesan had questioned the process through which a private company was permitted to enter into an agreement with the Argentine Footb

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9 people killed as fire tears through Kolkata hotel, several injured

people killed as fire tears through Kolkata hotel several injured

Psychology says feeling sad after achieving a big goal is more common than you think

Psychology says feeling sad after achieving a big goal is more common than you think

India reiterates support for two-State solution in Palestine

Jerusalem: Sripriya Ranganathan, Secretary (Consular, Passport and Visa and Overseas Indian Affairs) at the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on

Stock Market LIVE: GIFT Nifty signals tepid open; Kospi tumbles 7% on chip selloff

Sensex Today | Stock Market LIVE Updates Wednesday: The GIFT Nifty signalled a tepid open for the benchmark Nifty50. Asian markets declined on a

Chinese humanoid robot maker Unitree opens over 600% higher in Shanghai debut

The stock opened at 1,100 yuan on the tech-focused STAR Market, 629% higher than its IPO price of 150.8 yuan. It is seen by some as a watershed m

Israel strikes Syria air base to block possible Turkish troops deployment

Israel struck an air base in northwest Syria early Tuesday, saying it aimed to prevent Turkish troops from deploying there. Turkey, which has clo

Stocks to watch: Swiggy, Manipal Health, Biocon, RailTel, Sammaan Capital

Stocks to watch today: Swiggy, Manipal Health, Biocon, L&T Finance, Crompton Greaves, RailTel Corporation, Sammaan Capital, EaseMyTrip, among oth

India reiterates support for negotiated 2-state solution in Palestine: MEA

India on Tuesday reiterated its longstanding support for a egotiated two-state solution in Palestine and reaffirmed the country's consistent sup

UAE Suspends All Trade And Financial Transactions With Iran After Missile Incident In Gulf Waters; Tehran Rejects Claim

Petrol 'langar' in Chandigarh postponed: Rain spoils residents plans, but new date announced

In Chandigarh, a unique petrol langar has been postponed due to adverse weather conditions, including heavy rain. According to social media video

Six member from Bangladesh intelligence body visits Pakistan as ISI eyes wider footprints in region

A Bangladesh military intelligence delegation visited Pakistan on August 15. This visit signals repeated attempts by ISI to influence the intelli

Woman offered double her salary to return to corporate job, shares 5 reasons why she didn't go back

An Instagram user named Ria has shared why she turned down an offer from her former employer to return to her old corporate job, despite being of

US Canada trade deal: Trump announces pause on 50% tariffs on Ottawa

US President Donald Trump announced a pause on upcoming tariffs against Canada. These tariffs were scheduled to begin on Thursday for a short dur

UAE Halts All Trade, Financial Dealings with Iran After Missile Attacks

In light of regional escalations... all trade, commercial exchanges, and financial transactions with Iran have been halted until further notice,

You're too tall, go home: Amitabh Bachchan recalls early career struggle on KBC 18

Youre too tall go home Amitabh Bachchan recalls early career struggle on KBC

Nifty outlook & two stock ideas for today by HDFC Sec's Vinay Rajani

Stocks to buy today: Vinay Rajani, CMT, senior technical analyst at HDFC Securities, recommends buying GRSE and Tata Capital.

30 hotel stays, concealed marriage: Woman cop found dead in Ghaziabad hotel

hotel stays concealed marriage Woman cop found dead in Ghaziabad hotel

Jharkhand govt releases list of 44 exams cancelled due to irregularities

The Jharkhand government on Tuesday night released a list of 44 recruitment exams that have been cancelled due to irregularities, amid student pr

Trump admin sanctions International Criminal Court president, prosecutor

The Trump administration has imposed sanctions on the president of the International Criminal Court and one of its top prosecutors as it continue

Oil prices edge higher on uncertainty over exports through Hormuz

Brent crude futures climbed 26 cents, or 0.29%, to $91.28 by 0004 GMT, while US West Texas Intermediate crude futures were up 37 cents to $85.31

Handshake or not, India face Pakistan at World Cup in a do-or-die situation

Handshake or not India face Pakistan at World Cup in a doordie situation

Weakness to persist for Indian markets as global stocks wobble

Gift Nifty is ruling at 24,210 in early deal on Wednesday, which is marginal compared with fall in Asian equities.

MP: Boy Makes Female Classmates Drink Urine-mixed Water; Principal Asks Victims to Eat Chocolate

Manjusha Khatri, Sub-Divisional Magistrate (SDM) of Aron, said that after receiving information about the incident, the Tehsildar and Block Educa

ISS spacewalk removes failed antenna, replacement delayed after time runs out

ISS spacewalk removes failed antenna replacement delayed after time runs out

Tributes Pour In for Tulsidas on His Birth Anniversary

New Delhi, August 19: On the birth anniversary of the revered poet Tulsidas, known for his epic Shri Ramcharitmanas, Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla a

Delhi-NCR Rain Update Today: Will it rain in Delhi, Noida, Gurugram, Faridabad & Ghaziabad? Check IMDs August 19 forecast

Delhi-NCR is expected to see monsoon rain spells on Wednesday, August 19, with light to moderate showers likely across the region from morning th

US sanctions ICC chief, vows wider campaign

Washington: The United States imposed sanctions on the International Criminal Courts president and a senior trial lawyer, widening the Trump admi

Speed dropped twice, tail strike, tyre burst: Tense 2-hour drama of Vietnam flight

Speed dropped twice tail strike tyre burst Tense hour drama of Vietnam flight