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Incorrect test-city communicated to some NEET-PG candidates due to technical issues: NBEMS

SMS and emails indicating the correct test city have subsequently been sent, the Board said.

The Hindu Businessline 12 Aug 2026 11:04 am

79th Independence Day: Whither Democracy!

News Click 12 Aug 2026 10:47 am

'Compromised PM forced to sell India's interest': Rahul on Adani case

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Wednesday criticised Prime Minister Narendra Modi after a US federal judge permanently dismissed criminal charges against Adani Group Chairman Gautam Adani, saying there is much more to this than meets the eye as a compromised PM was forced to sell India's interest. The Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha also claimed that India is paying a huge price for it. In an X post, Gandhi shared a screenshot of a media report on the US court approving the US Justice Department's request to dismiss the charges against Adani and his nephew Sagar Adani. There is much more to this than meets the eye, he said in his post. A compromised PM was forced to sell India's interest. India is paying a huge price, the post read. The US federal judge permanently dismissed criminal charges against Gautam Adani and nephew Sagar Adani, removing a major legal overhang that had dogged the ports-to-energy conglomerate for nearly two years. US District Judge Nicholas Garaufis

Business Standard 12 Aug 2026 10:21 am

'Compromised PM forced to sell India's interest': Rahul Gandhi as US court dismisses Adani case

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi criticised Prime Minister Narendra Modi after a US court permanently dismissed criminal charges against Adani Group Chairman Gautam Adani and his nephew Sagar Adani. Gandhi alleged that the government had compromised Indias interests and said the country was paying a heavy price.

The Economic Times 12 Aug 2026 10:06 am

TN CM Vijay to pilot Assembly resolution urging Centre to maintain Lok Sabha strength at 543

Resolution expected to urge the Centre to implement 33% reservation for women in the 2029 election to the Lok Sabha

The Hindu Businessline 12 Aug 2026 9:27 am

Shipping Ministry approves Rs 334.89-cr flyover at Visakhapatnam Port to ease cargo movement

The 3.584-km elevated corridor would separate road and rail traffic within the port

The Hindu Businessline 12 Aug 2026 9:09 am

States ignore Supreme Court, differ on NEET-PG seat norms

The Times of India 12 Aug 2026 6:22 am

Shield people from unlawful digital content, SC tells govt

The Times of India 12 Aug 2026 5:00 am

Tribunal reforms seek to bring transparency in appointments

The Times of India 12 Aug 2026 3:48 am

Book three-nightstay in Abu Dhabi, get UAE visa free

The Times of India 12 Aug 2026 3:46 am

CJP twisted CJI remark: SC seeks govt, CBI response on PIL

The Times of India 12 Aug 2026 1:55 am

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.

The Economic Times 12 Aug 2026 1:19 am

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.

The Economic Times 12 Aug 2026 1:12 am

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.

The Economic Times 12 Aug 2026 1:10 am

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.

The Economic Times 12 Aug 2026 12:47 am

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.

The Economic Times 11 Aug 2026 9:27 pm

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 []

The Indian Awaaz 11 Aug 2026 9:10 pm

Air India pilot fails second drug test: What happened onboard the Phuket-Delhi flight and what it means

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.

OpIndia 11 Aug 2026 8:57 pm

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.

OpIndia 11 Aug 2026 8:19 pm

`Not an adjunct to the pharma industry: Medical device represenatives seek seperate regulatory authority

In their letter to the Union Health Minister JP Nadda, they said, medical devices continue to be seen as an adjunct to pharmaceuticals , despite scientific, engineering and regulatory distinctions between the two.

The Hindu Businessline 11 Aug 2026 7:54 pm

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.

OpIndia 11 Aug 2026 7:50 pm

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.

The Hindu Businessline 11 Aug 2026 7:31 pm

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.

OpIndia 11 Aug 2026 6:52 pm

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.

OpIndia 11 Aug 2026 6:46 pm

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.

The Hindu Businessline 11 Aug 2026 6:05 pm

94,000 government schools shut? How Congress weaponised NITI Aayog data to hide the real story

In several states, schools with very few students have been merged with larger institutions so that teachers, classrooms, laboratories, libraries, sports facilities and other resources can be used more effectively.

OpIndia 11 Aug 2026 6:04 pm

Shoot us, but we won

Congress MP Rajmohan Unnithan in Kerala said, Even if Narendra Modi threatens to shoot us, Vande Mataram will not be sung in full.

OpIndia 11 Aug 2026 5:51 pm

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.

The Hindu Businessline 11 Aug 2026 5:50 pm

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 .

The Siasat Daily 11 Aug 2026 5:39 pm

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.

The Economic Times 11 Aug 2026 5:16 pm

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

The Hindu Businessline 11 Aug 2026 4:52 pm

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.

The Economic Times 11 Aug 2026 4:14 pm

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 .

The Siasat Daily 11 Aug 2026 3:56 pm

Supreme Court refuses to interfere with HC order denying interim relief to TMC against ED freezing accounts

The Supreme Court declined to intervene in a Calcutta High Court decision. This order denied interim relief to the Mamata Banerjee-led TMC faction. The Enforcement Directorate had frozen three party bank accounts as part of a probe. The apex court found the high court's order to be balanced. The main writ petitions remain pending before the high court.

The Economic Times 11 Aug 2026 3:44 pm

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.

The Economic Times 11 Aug 2026 3:40 pm

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.

The Economic Times 11 Aug 2026 3:37 pm

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

The Hindu Businessline 11 Aug 2026 3:37 pm

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.

OpIndia 11 Aug 2026 3:24 pm

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 Economic Times 11 Aug 2026 3:09 pm

Nine Bills passed in 52 minutes in a fortnight; average consideration time less than six minutes in Lok Sabha

The Registration of Births and Deaths (Amendment) Bill, 2026, was passed in barely one minute.

The Hindu Businessline 11 Aug 2026 2:53 pm

NDA, INDIA Bloc MPs face-off outside Parliament over Jharkhand police action, Ram temple donation issues

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.

The Economic Times 11 Aug 2026 1:31 pm

Tamil Nadu Assembly passes resolution seeking abolition of NEET, BJP stages walkout

The Tamil Nadu Assembly adopted a resolution urging the Union government to scrap NEET. This resolution advocates for UG medical course admissions based on class 12 marks. It stated that NEET undermines opportunities for rural and disadvantaged students. Most parties supported the resolution, while the BJP MLA opposed it. The assembly then adopted the resolution after discussions and expunging remarks.

The Economic Times 11 Aug 2026 1:17 pm

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

The Hindu Businessline 11 Aug 2026 1:12 pm

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.

The Economic Times 11 Aug 2026 1:01 pm

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.

The Economic Times 11 Aug 2026 12:58 pm

Amid disruptions, speaker Om Birla asks government, opposition to arrive at common ground to let House function

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.

The Economic Times 11 Aug 2026 12:51 pm

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.

The Economic Times 11 Aug 2026 12:47 pm

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

Business Standard 11 Aug 2026 12:40 pm

Inside The Multi-Crore Worth Homes Of Indian Cricketers: MS Dhoni, Virat Kohli, Sourav Ganguly And More

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.

NDTV 11 Aug 2026 12:30 pm

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.

The Economic Times 11 Aug 2026 12:19 pm

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.

The Daily Star 11 Aug 2026 12:17 pm

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.

The Economic Times 11 Aug 2026 12:16 pm

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

The Hindu 11 Aug 2026 12:16 pm

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

Business Standard 11 Aug 2026 12:15 pm

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.

The Hindu Businessline 11 Aug 2026 12:09 pm

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.

The Economic Times 11 Aug 2026 12:04 pm

US judge drops bribery and fraud case against Indian billionaire Gautam Adani

The judge, however, criticised the way the Justice Department decided to drop the case.

BBC 11 Aug 2026 12:03 pm

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

The Hindu Businessline 11 Aug 2026 12:02 pm

Gopal Rathi, Founder, Anchor Realty NRI, on Why NRIs Are Prioritising Control Over Ownership in Indian Real Estate

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.

Business Standard 11 Aug 2026 12:00 pm

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.

The Hindu 11 Aug 2026 11:59 am

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

CNMSports 11 Aug 2026 11:58 am

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

Business Standard 11 Aug 2026 11:56 am

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

Business Standard 11 Aug 2026 11:56 am

Spider-Man: Brand New Day becomes highest-grossing Hollywood film in India, dethrones Avatar: The Way of Water

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

The Hindu 11 Aug 2026 11:54 am

Minister highlights need to enhance private sector participation in India's Biotechnology ecosystem

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Business Standard 11 Aug 2026 11:50 am

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.

OpIndia 11 Aug 2026 11:40 am