Over 9.69 cr person-days generated within a month of roll-out of VB G RAM G: Govt
States ignore Supreme Court, differ on NEET-PG seat norms
HC to Centre: Give extra security to Pappu Yadav
Yashwant Varma cash probe report to be tabled in Lok Sabha today
Benchmark hospital room cost against 3-star hotel tariff: Panel
Tribunal reforms seek to bring transparency in appointments
Book three-nightstay in Abu Dhabi, get UAE visa free
Border issue will reflect on bilateral ties: Delhi to Beijing
Monsoon session: Security steps in as protesting rival MPs come face to face
Phuket-Delhi Air India pilot fails 2nd dope test, was high on marijuana
Bengal SIR tribunals must work faster: Supreme Court
CJP twisted CJI remark: SC seeks govt, CBI response on PIL
Terror suspects spotted, search operations launched in J&Ks Doda & Poonch
Only God can save this country: HC bins plea of J&K cop sacked for skipping duty over terror threat
SC asks ECI for Bengal SIR data on appeals decided by appellate tribunals
The Supreme Court has directed the Election Commission of India to furnish data. This data concerns the number of appeals disposed of by tribunals in West Bengal. The court emphasized the importance of seeing the progress of appeals filed. Grievances about denial of public distribution system benefits must go to the high court. The primary issue for the court remains the quantum of disposals by tribunals.
PM Modi holds NDA's weekly 'Mangal Milan' meeting
NDA MPs and Union ministers welcomed Prime Minister Narendra Modi with waving national flags and energetic slogans. Subsequently, they gathered to protest outside Parliament's main gate against police actions in Jharkhand. Accusations flew towards Rahul Gandhi for sidestepping debates concerning student protests, while opposition INDIA bloc MPs organized a separate rally on the same grounds.
Bureaucratic churn: Welfare ministries see more secretary changes than key portfolios
Social and welfare ministries have seen many secretary changes over five years. Strategic and security portfolios like home and defence show greater continuity. The education ministry has had three secretaries since 2021. Minority affairs ministry is now with its sixth secretary since 2021. Health and family welfare ministry has seen four different secretaries.
Abhishek Banerjee gets interim relief from Calcutta HC in three criminal cases
The Calcutta High Court granted interim protection from police action to Trinamool Congress MP Abhishek Banerjee. Justice Saugata Bhattacharyya heard Banerjee's plea seeking the quashing of three registered FIRs. The court has fixed August 25 for passing its final order on the petition. Banerjee's lawyer requested and received directions for police to supply FIR copies. This interim protection shields the Diamond Harbour MP from coercive police measures.
Cauvery row: Karnataka CM calls all-party-style meet amid Tamil Nadu water demand
Karnataka's Chief Minister will meet ministers and experts on Wednesday. They will discuss the Cauvery Water Management Authority's new water release order. The authority directed Karnataka to release 12,000 cusecs to Tamil Nadu. The state cabinet will convene on Thursday to further deliberate the issue. Pro-Kannada organizations have been asked to withdraw their proposed bandh.
RG Kar case: FIR against ex-TMC MLA over 'hurried' cremation of rape victim
Students in Jharkhand's Ranchi took out a silent procession from Jaipal Stadium to Albert Chowk
70 dead, 204 roads blocked: Himachal Pradesh reels under monsoon fury; damage tops Rs 910 crore
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 employment opportunities for qualified young individuals. Kishor also committed to improving government school education quality within one year. He further condemned police actions against protesting students in Delhi and Jharkhand. The MLA aims to address youth unemployment and enhance educational standards.
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Report of inquiry into justice yashwant verma to be tabled in parliament
Our Correspondent/ New Delhi The report of the inquiry into Justice Yashwant Varma is set to be tabled in both the Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha, bringing the controversial cash-at-residence episode back into the spotlight and giving Parliament a key role in examining the findings. Justice Varma resigned from office on April 9, 2026, bringing []
Air Indias Phuket-Delhi turbulence scare has taken a serious turn after the Pilot-in-Command failed a second confirmatory drug test, intensifying regulatory scrutiny and raising fresh questions over flight safety and crew fitness.
Karnataka faces fresh Cauvery squeeze as CWMA backs 12,000-cusec release to TN
Karnataka's Chief Minister will meet officials on Wednesday regarding water release. The Cauvery Water Management Authority directed Karnataka to release 12,000 cusecs to Tamil Nadu. Karnataka cited severe hydrological stress and declining inflows in its reservoirs. Tamil Nadu argued that Karnataka's water stress did not justify withholding its share. The state government aims to protect farmers' interests while complying with orders.
Beyond Kaveri: The tale of India
While everyone talks only about Kaveri engine, Indian defence sector is developing several other jet engines to become Atmanirbhar in jet propulsion.
Mini truck driver Mohd Azeem dies due to injuries during assault after accident with Mohd Farman
The Wire claimed that a Muslim mini-truck driver Mohammad Azeem (24) died at a hospital due to injuries caused during an attack on 31st July by Kanwariyas in Uttar Pradeshs Hapur.
'Examining implications': MEA reacts to Pakistan-Saudi-Turkey defence pact, regional stability
FCRA amendment bill: Govt considers JPC route amid strong opposition stir
Opposition parties, especially Congress, DMK, TMC and Samajwadi Party (SP), have hardened their stand and want the FCRA bill be either withdrawn or scrapped in the present format.
How global tech giants are flagging child abuse material and helping to catch criminals
A single abusive file can generate thousands of detections as it circulates online, while platform flags remain only a starting point and cannot by themselves identify victims, offenders or establish criminal responsibility in India independently.
British national booked in Pune under Maharashtra
According to the police, the accused made claims that illnesses could be cured and rainfall could occur by invoking the name of Jesus.
'Congress's democracy is also Selective', Pradhan bashes Rahul Gandhi in social media post
Parliament Deadlock deepen as NDA, INDIA leaders trade slogans
Staff Reporter / New Delhi Tensions escalated on the Parliament premises on Tuesday as leaders of the ruling NDA and the opposition INDIA bloc came close to a physical confrontation while shouting rival slogans. The confrontation erupted amid the continuing deadlock in Parliament, with members of both sides raising slogans against their political opponents. Leaders []
APs GSDP up 10.7% in Q1 FY 27: Report
While the spice production recorded a three-fold growth during the April-June period, reaching 89,383 metric tonnes, vegetable production also registered a growth of 45 per cent.
Congress MP Rajmohan Unnithan in Kerala said, Even if Narendra Modi threatens to shoot us, Vande Mataram will not be sung in full.
Highway closures leave Kashmir apple growers counting losses
During the ongoing apple season, landslides and road works have forced repeated closures of the highway, leaving hundreds of fruit-laden trucks stranded along the route.
Lok Sabha passes two more Bills without debate as logjam continues
New Delhi: The Lok Sabha on Tuesday, August 11, passed without debate two more Bills, including one seeking to rename Kerala as Keralam, as Opposition members continued to protest, demanding the presence of Union Home Minister Amit Shah in the House over police excesses against student protesters in Delhi on July 20. The House was Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
AI township: Farmers offering land, says CM Shivakumar in a counter to Kumaraswamy
Farmers near Bidadi have offered their land for the proposed AI township project. This development occurred despite opposition from JD(S) and BJP leaders, including HD Kumaraswamy. Many farmers requested their lands be included in the acquisition for project benefits. They are willing to accept cash compensation or developed plots as payment. The government is examining these farmer requests for the AI township.
AP to adoptDharavi model for slums development
Project to use transferable development rights for 177 housing units on DBFT basis as pilot under Visakhapatnam Economic Region programme
Eight protesting AAP MLAs marshalled out of Delhi Assembly
Eight Aam Aadmi Party MLAs were marshalled out of the Delhi Assembly on Tuesday. They were demanding the resignation of Food Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa over alleged rice scam. The Speaker Vijender Gupta ordered their removal after disruptions and slogan shouting. PWD Minister Parvesh Sahib Singh alleged one MLA threw something towards officials.
Rahul Gandhi holding Parliament hostage: BJP spokesperson Sudhanshu Trivedi
The BJP accused Rahul Gandhi of disrupting parliamentary proceedings and holding the house hostage. They stated that the government has accepted many of his demands regarding student issues. The party challenged Gandhi to participate in debates instead of avoiding discussions. They also questioned his silence on student protests in Jharkhand where Congress governs. The BJP urged Gandhi to listen to Amit Shah's statement before leaving the country.
Nice joke, no?: Prakash Raj claims name deleted from voter roll
Bengaluru: Actor Prakash Raj on Tuesday, August 11, alleged that his name has been deleted from the Bengaluru voter list during the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in Karnataka. Seemingly taking a dig at Prime Minister Narendra Modis Instagram reels, Raj began his video with the signature Friends, Saathiyon and said he Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
SIR: Actor Prakash Raj claims his name deleted from electoral rolls in Bengaluru
Actor Prakash Raj stated his name was deleted from Bengaluru electoral rolls. He was among 65 lakh voters removed during a revision process. Raj expressed his intent to follow the procedure to reinstate his voter ID. He also made a statement regarding the ruling dispensation's actions. His name was reportedly on a list for being permanently shifted.
Lok Sabha passes Keralam renaming, co-op Bills amid Opposition uproar
The Lok Sabha passed two Bills, including renaming Kerala, without debate. Opposition MPs continued protests demanding the Union Home Minister's presence. The Kerala (Alteration of Name) Bill and the National Co-operative Development Corporation (Amendment) Bill were passed. Protests over student demonstrations and alleged temple fund theft continued. Several other important Bills await passage before the session ends.
TN Assembly passes resolution opposing FCRA Amendment Bill
The resolution said the amendment may adversely affect the autonomy of charitable organisations and, in particular, the functioning of educational and social welfare institutions run by minorities
FIR sought against Jamia Registrar Mahtab Alam Rizvi over
A criminal complaint filed with Delhi Police alleges serious irregularities in Jamia Registrar Mahtab Alam Rizvis appointment, citing discrepancies in his qualifications, experience and recruitment records.
Shashi Tharoor seeks revision of Ayushman Vay Vandana funding pattern, flags Kerala's fiscal burden
40 funding pattern under Ayushman Vay Vandana, saying that the arrangement could place a higher financial burden on states with ageing populations. He said that the issue was particularly significant for Kerala, which has a high elderly population.
The Registration of Births and Deaths (Amendment) Bill, 2026, was passed in barely one minute.
'Always under pressure' from LoP Kharge: Rajya Sabha Chairman Radhakrishan
Rajya Sabha Chairman C P Radhakrishnan on Tuesday said he is always under the pressure from Leader of Opposition (LoP) Mallikarjun Kharge, while disallowing his demand to raise the issue of alleged theft of Ayodhya Ram Temple donations. The observation came when the House reconvened at 12 noon after the first adjournment and the Chairman took up the Question Hour. However, Congress President and LoP, Rajya Sabha, Kharge stood up to raise the issue of alleged theft of the temple donations. The Chairman disallowed it and said he also did not allow the Treasury benches to raise the Jharkhand issue as it was a state subject. LoP is raising a state subject, so that cannot be encouraged, Radhakrishnan said. The Chairman said he cannot allow the Opposition to aise the same subject everyday and disturb the House. I allowed you (Opposition) so many times. You are raising the state subject that will not be entertained. This side (Treasury benches) also, they want to raise some stat
NDA and INDIA bloc MPs clashed at Parliaments main gate on Tuesday, trading slogans over alleged police action against Jharkhand job aspirants and claims of donation theft at the Ayodhya Ram temple. Security personnel formed a cordon between the rival groups as both sides demanded accountability and attacked their political opponents.
TN Assembly passes resolution seeking abolition of NEET, BJP stages walkout
After members of DMK, AIADMK, PMK and the Left parties spoke supporting the resolution, it was adopted
Supreme Court adjourns hearing on pleas challenging Sambhal mosque survey order
The Supreme Court adjourned the hearing on pleas challenging an Allahabad High Court order. The Sambhal Jama Masjid committee filed these pleas against a survey order. The apex court had previously restrained courts from entertaining new lawsuits on religious places. This order was passed while hearing challenges to the Places of Worship Act. The high court had dismissed the mosque committee's plea against the survey.
Shashi Tharoor questions six-minute standing protocol for Vande Mataram, national anthem
President Murmu has approved a bill protecting the national song Vande Mataram. This amendment mandates its full rendition at official functions. Congress MP Shashi Tharoor raised concerns about the extended duration. He noted the significant increase in time audiences must stand. The new law aims to foster greater respect for the national song.
Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla expressed anguish over repeated disruptions in parliamentary proceedings. He urged the government and opposition to find common ground for debating key Bills. The Speaker noted the government agreed to a response from the Home Minister on student protests. Other opposition issues can also be discussed if the House functions without disruptions.
No question of reviewing liquor prohibition law in Bihar: JD(U)
The JD(U) party has rejected any review of Bihar's prohibition law. This law was implemented in April 2016 by former Chief Minister Nitish Kumar. Union Minister Jitan Ram Manjhi had previously raised concerns about its implementation. He suggested adopting the Gujarat model for better enforcement of the ban.
Wipro's exit from Nifty 50 reflects waning clout of Indian IT giants
The combined weight of India's top five IT companies in the Nifty 50 has fallen below 9% this year, the lowest at least since 2002
India's US crude imports head for lowest level since Dec 2024: Here's why
India's US crude imports may fall to around 75,000 bpd in August, near 70,000 bpd in December 2024; imports had peaked at about 565,000 bpd in October 2025
From legendary cricketers like Sourav Ganguly and Sachin Tendulkar to modern greats like Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma, their real estate portfolio has been quite extensive over the years.
Jharkhand recruitment exam protest enters 18th day, BJP calls state-wide bandh amid ED probe
Student protests over Jharkhand recruitment exam irregularities persist for eighteen days. The BJP observed a state-wide bandh while ABVP planned a march to the assembly. Authorities used water cannons and lathi-charged protesters attempting to reach the assembly. The Jharkhand CID arrested former JPSC chairperson L Khiangte in connection with irregularities. The state government agreed to cancel some examinations and proposed reforms for transparency.
Bangladesh and India scramble to save white-ball series
Bangladesh is scrambling to save a six-match cricket tour by neighbour India next month with the foreign ministers of both nations roped in to try to salvage the series.
Supreme Court seeks data on West Bengal SIR appeals before tribunals
The Supreme Court has directed the Election Commission to provide details on electoral roll appeals. Congress leader Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury filed a plea for expeditious disposal of these cases. The court ordered the establishment of independent appellate tribunals headed by former judges. These tribunals will hear appeals from voters whose names were excluded during the revision.
English in India, a language that has earned its place
English is no longer colonial and has evolved into a language, shaped by how Indians speak, think, and imagine themselves
QS Rankings 2027: India sees fivefold rise in globally ranked institutes
India now has 52 universities listed in the QS World University Rankings 2027, with IIT Delhi appearing as the nation's top-ranked campus, the Centre told the Lok Sabha
Jharkhand student protests enter 18th day as BJP calls statewide bandh
The recruitment exam dispute has widened into a major political confrontation, with students, opposition parties and the government remaining locked in disagreement.
Abhijeet Dipke Condemns Police Action Against Fasting Student Leader in Jharkhand
Cockroach Janta Party founder Abhijeet Dipke on Tuesday condemned the alleged police lathi-charge on student protesters in Jharkhand and expressed solidarity with student leader Devendra Nath Mahto, who is undergoing treatment in hospital following the incident. According to a statement issued
Priyanka Gandhi says Rahul met Jharkhand students, asks Amit Shah to make statement
Priyanka Gandhi Vadra stated Rahul Gandhi met students protesting in Jharkhand. NDA MPs protested in Parliament, accusing the opposition of avoiding discussions. The Jharkhand student agitation intensified after clashes with police forces. Priyanka Gandhi demanded Union Home Minister Amit Shah make a statement. The opposition seeks government response and addressing protester concerns.
Dipke condemns police action against fasting student leader in Jharkhand
The CJP said Mahto was placed on oxygen support after developing severe chest pain and sustaining multiple injuries during the police action. It alleged that the police crackdown targeted students participating in a peaceful protest
New Delhi [India], August 11: For decades, Indian real estate has remained a preferred investment for the global Indian diaspora, serving as both an emotional anchor and a long-term financial asset. However, as overseas families become increasingly global and geographically dispersed, many NRIs are recognising the limitations of informal property management arrangements, leading them to seek greater transparency, accountability and professional oversight.
Solar eclipse 2026: Will it be visible from India? Timings in IST
A solar eclipse is when the Sun, Moon and Earth are in alignment, and the Moon passes directly between the Sun and Earth, casting a shadow on our planet and blocking some of the fiery balls light.
'Bhaagna nahi hai, darna nahi...': Kiren Rijiju asks Rahul Gandhi to face Amit Shah in Parliament
Ill Always Keep That Frame In My Mind: T Dilip Recalls Indias Emotional Barbados Triumph
T20 World Cup: Former India fielding coach T Dilip has identified the aftermath of Indias 2024 T20 World Cup triumph in Barbados as the defining memory of his nearly five-year stint with the national team, saying the emotions inside the dressing room captured the weight of the journey that had preceded the title. Dilip, whose tenure with the Indian side came to an end following the recent tour of England, looked beyond the trophy itself when reflecting on the high point of his time with the team. For him, it was the few moments immediately after India secured the title that best reflected what the players had endured and accomplished. If I go back to my best moment, I think Barbados 2024, not just the trophy, but the dressing room atmosphere afterwards, the silence for a few seconds before it broke. I think in that silence, I could sense the amount of hard work the boys had put in over those four years. And Ill always keep that frame in my mind, Dilip told JioStar. That final in Bridgetown also produced one of the most memorable fielding moments of India's campaign, with Suryakumar Yadav completing a stunning catch on the boundary to dismiss David Miller in the closing stages. If I go back to my best moment, I think Barbados 2024, not just the trophy, but the dressing room atmosphere afterwards, the silence for a few seconds before it broke. I think in that silence, I could sense the amount of hard work the boys had put in over those four years. And Ill always keep that frame in my mind, Dilip told JioStar. Also Read: Live Cricket Score For the first few seconds, I was silent and calm physically because my mind was doing all the calculations, whether Surya had taken that ball cleanly, whether his feet were inside the boundary rope, whether he had popped the ball out in time. So, my mind was doing all the calculations. But once it was confirmed that it was a clean catch, there was a surge of emotions. But in the back of my mind, I also knew that the match had yet to be completed. But that was an extraordinary catch by Surya in the context of the game, he said of the former T20I captains effort. Article Source: IANS
Air India's plane suffered glitches, turbulence during Phuket-Delhi flight
Air India's A320 plane that suddenly lost 300 feet in altitude during its flight from Phuket to Delhi last week suffered multiple technical glitches and triple hydraulic failures as well as experienced turbulence, sources said on Monday. With the Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) commencing its probe into the serious incident on August 4 that left at least 17 people injured, French agency BEA and Airbus teams will likely be arriving in the country on Tuesday to assist in the investigation, they said. On August 4, the Phuket-Delhi flight AI2379 operated with A320 aircraft VT-EXO experienced a sudden loss of altitude of approximately 300 feet during cruise, after which the aircraft stabilised and subsequently landed safely in the national capital. The incident is being probed by the Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) as per Annexure 13 of the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO). It pertains to aircraft accident and incident investigation. The sourc
Lok Sabha adjourned till 2 pm as protest continues despite Speaker's appeal
Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla on Tuesday appealed to opposition members to let the House function so that key Bills are passed with a constructive debate, and said Treasury and opposition benches should come on the same page to ensure there are no disruptions. His fresh appeal came a day after the government proposed a response from Home Minister Amit Shah on the use of force by the police on students protesting against NEET paper leak here on July 20. The government had said the opposition should not run away from debate and should listen to the home minister without disruptions. But the opposition has insisted that the alleged embezzlement of donations at the Ram Temple in Ayodhya should also be discussed. As the stalemate continued on Tuesday, Birla said he was anguished that the House had not been able to function and the Question Hour, wherein members hold the government accountable, could not take place. Separately, NDA members on Tuesday morning staged a protest outside the mai
Tom Hollands Spider-Man: Brand New Day has rewritten the Indian box office record books, overtaking Avatar: The Way of Water to become the highest-grossing Hollywood film ever released in India
Melting Arctic ice is opening a window for India, and we need to act soon
A monsoon that sustains more than a billion people is being rewritten, one melting season at a time, in a sea most Indians will never see. That isnt a metaphor. Its a data point. It means Indias Arctic stake isnt mainly about trade or minerals. At its core, its also existential, in a way no allys is.
NDA MPs protest in Parliament, demand Rahul Gandhi answer on Jharkhand students
The latest confrontation reflects the widening political divide over accountability, police action and the conditions needed for Parliament to resume normal business.
Oil India shares jump over 5%. What made Emkay upgrade the stock after Q1 results
Oil India shares jumped over 5% after strong Q1FY27 results prompted Emkay Global to upgrade the stock to
Drops take seconds but change a life for ever: the women saving Indias remotest people from polio
Tricolour-waving MPs greet PM Modi at 'Mangal Milan', raise slogans of 'Vande Mataram'
NDA MPs welcomed Prime Minister Narendra Modi with slogans and flags. The coalition's weekly parliamentary party meeting, 'Mangal Milan', was held Tuesday. Ministers and leaders from constituent parties attended the gathering. The Monsoon Session has seen adjournments and limited legislative business. Opposition protests focused on the NEET paper leak and temple donations.
Apple Pay India Launch Timeline Revealed: Why UPI Support May Not Be Available at First
Apple is reportedly preparing to launch Apple Pay in India later this year, with the service expected to arrive in late September or early October 2026. However, the initial rollout could look very different from what Indian iPhone users might expect.
Shamshabad: Air India Pilot Complains to ATC Over Disco Light During Landing
A strong beam of light entering the cockpit can temporarily impair a pilots vision and affect their ability to operate the aircraft safely.
ONGC, Shell Energy sign MoU to explore deepwater oil, gas and LNG in India
ONGC said its collaboration with Shell will focus on two key areas: upstream oil and gas, and LNG
Indian Techie Dies In US After Pickup Truck Rams His Car Head-On
Bungatavula was travelling in a sedan when a pickup truck travelling in the opposite direction crossed the centre median and collided with his vehicle.
Delhi Police arrest nine in pan-India cyber fraud network involving Rs 15.71 crore
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Apple, Samsung hold ground as India's phone shipments fall 11.1% in Q2: IDC
Several leading Chinese brands recorded double-digit shipment declines during the quarter as demand shifted towards companies with greater scale and more stable supply chains, noted IDC
Air India Phuket-Delhi Incident Probe Widens
=The investigation is examining the circumstances surrounding the aircraft's sudden altitude variation and the actions of the flight crew.
