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Ukraine's nuclear plant has lost power supply: IAEA

The plant, which needs power to keep its six non-operating reactors cool, has only a ten-day diesel supply on site, the International Atomic Energy Agency said in a statement.

30 Aug 2026 1:36 am
Colombia captures a suspected Tren de Aragua gang leader as U.S. security ties deepen

The United States Southern Command says that Colombian security forces captured a suspected senior leader of the Venezuelan gang Tren de Aragua

29 Aug 2026 11:17 pm
French far right accuses left of threatening civil peace if Le Pen wins

Analysts say the appeal of political extremes is growing in France, and recent surveys show that Jean-Luc Melenchon, the divisive leader of hard-left France Unbowed (LFI), may have the best chance of reaching the run-off against Le Pen

29 Aug 2026 10:55 pm
Nepal flash flood: India sends tunnel rescue team to Nepal

The MEA says at least 287 Indians remain missing as on Saturday, August 29, and in addition, 128 persons of Indian origin are also missing following the disaster

29 Aug 2026 10:32 pm
Dozens of Israeli settlers attack flashpoint West Bank village

Earlier in August, a group of rogue settlers began blocking supplies from entering Palestinian houses on the outskirts of the village near Nablus, trapping residents inside and drawing domestic and international condemnation

29 Aug 2026 10:23 pm
Why a UN committee asked India to act against hate speech and hate crimes | Explained

The UN Committee on the Elimination of Racial Discrimination (UNCERD) has raised concerns over hate speech, hate crimes, citizenship policies, and the treatment of minorities in India. The committee made several recommendations, while the Indian government rejected what it called sweeping generalisations in the findings.

29 Aug 2026 10:04 pm
Nepal flood miracle: Mother reunites with 8-year-old who climbed trees to survive

After a devastating glacier collapse and avalanche in Nepal, a mother believed she had lost her two sons forever. But against all odds, her 8-year-old son survived alone in the forest before being rescued and airlifted to safety, leading to an emotional reunion that has touched hearts across the country.

29 Aug 2026 9:56 pm
Nepal floods: Bodies buried in slush, families refusing food, Khalsa Aid volunteers witness devastation

From mud-swallowed homes and makeshift mortuaries to grieving families waiting for news, volunteers describe the devastation in Nuwakot, Rasuwa and Dhading as they provide food, clothes and medical aid.

29 Aug 2026 9:25 pm
House panel chief says didnt intend to question Modi government commitment to OBC welfare

BJP MP Ganesh Singh had earlier told The Hindu that the issue of establishing equivalence of posts and the equal application of the income test for OBC reservation appeared to be stuck between two Union Ministries

29 Aug 2026 7:58 pm
Baltimore bridge collapse: U.S. judge dismisses most remaining claims against ship owner, operator

Ruling limits claims against the owner and operator of the Dali over the March 2024 Baltimore bridge collapse

29 Aug 2026 7:57 pm
Samyukta Horata Karnataka protest turns tense in Kalaburagi

The protesters demanded that Kalaburagi district be declared drought-hit and that a special package of 1,000 crore be released for the district

29 Aug 2026 7:56 pm
NLUD students back NLSIU peers right to convocation

A graduating batch must have the freedom to express its collective views on matters concerning its convocation, including regarding the invitation of guests to the ceremony, says NLUD student body

29 Aug 2026 7:54 pm
Civic agencies to strengthen flood preparedness at vulnerable locations in Chennai

Out of 207 identified vulnerable locations in GCC, stormwater drains have been constructed in 117 locations

29 Aug 2026 7:52 pm
Isolated thundershowers, moderate rain likely in Andhra Pradesh till September 2

The State has recorded 195.21 mm of rainfall since June 1, compared with the normal of 409.1 mm, resulting in an overall cumulative shortfall of 52.28%

29 Aug 2026 7:48 pm
Srisailam temple invites applications for Somnath pilgrimage

The initiative marks 1,000 years since the historic attack on the Somnath temple and 75 years since its reconstruction; Somanth temple plans to facilitate the participation of around 50 devotees from Srisailam, with arrangements to be made by the Devasthanam

29 Aug 2026 7:46 pm
YSRCP govt. encouraged forcible religious conversions, attacks on temples, alleges Chandrababu Naidu

Such practices are unacceptable, the Chief Minister asserts; the NDA is working to develop the State on multiple fronts and undo the damage done by the previous dispensation, he says

29 Aug 2026 7:44 pm
The Power of Posture

Bengalurus yoga community has a host of events planned to celebrate International Yoga Day

29 Aug 2026 7:43 pm
Mangaluru under SWR: Instead of opposing integration, demand better infrastructure and facilities in north Keralam, says forum

Kasargod, Kumbla and Manjeshwar have the potential to be developed as major terminals catering to the needs of northern Keralam

29 Aug 2026 7:38 pm
Naveen Patnaik urges BJP MPs to seek reversal of mining Act amendment

In a single Legislative stroke, the control over our own minerals and our mineral-bearing lands was taken away from us, says former Odisha CM in a letter addressed to BJP MPs from the State

29 Aug 2026 7:37 pm
Kumbakonam Corporations waste into wealth project earns kudos

The workers have been trained to make planter pots from the compressed fibrous husks of coconuts and palmyra fruits; wood shavings and plastic waste are repurposed as fuel alternatives for industrial units

29 Aug 2026 7:36 pm
Pemmasani assures swift completion of Guntur Inner Ring Road phase-3 works

Inspecting the works, Union Minister of State for Rural Development and Communications says the 4.25-km project is being executed at a cost of 48 crore

29 Aug 2026 7:32 pm
Seeking information is every citizens right; transparency in governance is prime objective of RTI Act, says Mahesh Walvekar

Noting that the Union government implemented the RTI Act on October 12, 2005, Walvekar highlighted that the primary goal of the Act is to bring transparency to government functioning

29 Aug 2026 7:31 pm
Circular on name change from Kerala to Keralam calls for avoiding needless financial burden to State govt.

Chief Secretary Bishwanath Sinha directs government departments and agencies to implement the States official name change on printed stationery, signages and boards in a phased manner

29 Aug 2026 7:29 pm
NHAI begins work to remove temporary bunds along Cooum

Around 250 temporary structures were made tofacilitatethe movement of persons and heavy machinery around the pillars

29 Aug 2026 7:28 pm
Mysuru among five cities to be developed to ease pressure on Bengaluru: CM

Focus on jobs, education, healthcare and infrastructure; special development plan for Mysuru, says D.K Shivakumar

29 Aug 2026 7:20 pm