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Tungabhadra canal repair at Mylapur must be completed by August 9: Shivaraj Tangadagi

Minister inspects collapsed stretch of Tungabhadra Left Bank Main Canal; directs round-the-clock restoration work

The Hindu 7 Aug 2026 6:25 pm

Teen found murdered near Bellandur lake

The Hindu 7 Aug 2026 6:20 pm

Include Tiruchi Junction under Vision 2030 plan, Durai Vaiko urges Railway Minister

Seeks a daily day-time express train between Tiruchi and Tiruchendur via Pudukottai, Karaikudi and Aruppukottai; points out that the existing terminal infrastructure is under considerable pressure

The Hindu 7 Aug 2026 6:13 pm

Tamil Nadu Budget 2026: TVK-led governments first financial blueprint

A compilation of stories related to the Tamil Nadu Budget 2026-27

The Hindu 7 Aug 2026 6:09 pm

Centre eases housing project timelines amid West Asia disruptions

Following West Asia war-linked construction disruptions, the Centres rare four-month breather offers housing projects a timely relief developers weigh in

The Hindu 7 Aug 2026 6:04 pm

Farmers encouraged to go for PPFM spraying on crops to mitigate drought-like condition

PPFM is a beneficial bacteria which functions as a plant growth promoter and helps in short-term drought-mitigation for crops affected by water scarcity and heat stress, says agriculture department officials

The Hindu 7 Aug 2026 6:02 pm

MEA dismisses U.S. lawmakers criticism of FCRA

MEA said these matters are our affairs on which decisions are taken by the Parliament of the country

The Hindu 7 Aug 2026 6:02 pm

Daily Quiz | On Strange stars

The Hindu daily quiz on the universes more unusual twinklers

The Hindu 7 Aug 2026 6:01 pm

KGMOA demands an end to overreach by Kerala Health Ministers private secretary

KGMOA says the Health Ministers private secretary has no official authority to conduct official inspections of government health institutions or to directly intervene in its administrative affairs

The Hindu 7 Aug 2026 6:00 pm

DC movie review: Anirudh Ravichander goes berserk in Arun Matheswarans slick but shallow bloodfest

A crafty paean to cinematic violence, DC, starring Lokesh Kanagaraj and Wamiqa Gabbi, is slick with some superbly staged action set pieces, but its emotional undercurrents rarely live up to Anirudhs spectacular scores

The Hindu 7 Aug 2026 5:48 pm

The Last House movie review: Wagner Moura and Greta Lee are housebound by incuriosity

Built on one of the defining shared experiences of the twenty-first century, Louis Leterriers survival thriller leaves its most fascinating ideas stubbornly locked outside the front door

The Hindu 7 Aug 2026 5:40 pm

Woxsen University Marks National Handloom Day with Handloom Workshop, in Association with Weaver Service Centre, Hyderabad

Woxsen University Marks National Handloom Day with Handloom Workshop, in Association with Weaver Service Centre, Hyderabad

The Hindu 7 Aug 2026 5:30 pm

Netanna Sevalo launched; law to protect BC interests soon, says Chandrababu Naidu

At the National Handloom Day celebrations at Chirala, the Chief Minister launched the Netanna Sevalo scheme, announced a 97 crore tourism corridor along the Bapatla coast, and accused the Opposition of obstructing development

The Hindu 7 Aug 2026 5:19 pm

Pakistan should stop interfering in J&K's internal matters, address human rights violations in PoK: Omar

The CM said Jammu and Kashmir's internal issues would be addressed within the country's democratic and constitutional framework

The Hindu 7 Aug 2026 5:17 pm

Tamil Nadu introduces Bill to levy environmental and social welfare cess on liquor sales

The cess would fund a range of environmental and social welfare initiative including recycling, safe disposal and reuse of liquor bottles and containers, as well as rehabilitation and de-addiction programmes for individuals affected by alcohol addiction

The Hindu 7 Aug 2026 5:14 pm

5,000 crore credited to 6.22 lakh Maharashtra farmers so far under loan waiver scheme: Fadnavis

The funds are being transferred under the Punyashlok Ahilyadevi Holkar Farm Loan Waiver Scheme, launched earlier this year

The Hindu 7 Aug 2026 5:14 pm

Print Dr. Ambedkars portrait on currency notes: Telangana Minister

Adluri Lakshman Kumar seeks official representation by Telangana Government to the Centre

The Hindu 7 Aug 2026 5:12 pm

Turkiye, Saudi Arabia, Pakistan set to sign joint defence pact: Report

Riyadh , August 7 : Speculation over the emergence of deeper military cooperation among key Muslim-majority countries has intensified as Turkiye, Saudi Arabia and Pakistan are set to sign a joint defence agreement in Saudi Arabia on Friday, Reuters reported, citing two regional sources with direct knowledge of the development. The reported agreement has fuelled speculation in strategic circles about the emergence of an Islamic NATO--an informal geopolitical concept widely used to describe a proposed military and defence alliance among major Muslim-majority nations. Pakistan Defence Minister Khawaja Asif has previously indicated that the existing defence and economic cooperation framework between Pakistan and Saudi Arabia could expand to include countries such as Qatar and Turkiye, potentially creating a broader regional security arrangement. During an interview with Pakistani media outlet Hum News in May, Asif had said discussions on the arrangement were at various stages of completion and could include these countries in the future. Pakistan, last year, had already signed a Strategic Mutual Defence Agreement with Saudi Arabia, pledging that any aggression against either nation would be treated as an attack on both. The arrangement that has been finalised, or has been partially finalised, or is being finalised, is in process. This is an arrangement for the future, which obviously includes the present as well, Asif said. And if this already existing pact between Saudi Arabia and Pakistan, if Qatar and Turkiye also join it, then it will be welcoming that such an economic and defence arrangement among countries comes to our region here so that dependence on outside the region is minimised, he added. The Pakistani Defence Minister had also emphasised that the proposed arrangement is not directed against any country but is aimed at enhancing regional stability and reducing external dependence. Dependence will remain in the world; there is a community, an international community in which all countries are linked economically and otherwise, but for peace in one's own region, I think this pact is not against anyone, but it is very important to protect peace within our region, he added. Last year, Pakistan and Saudi Arabia inked the defence pact during the state visit of Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif to Riyadh at the invitation of Crown Prince and Prime Minister of Saudi Arabia Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud. According to the joint statement issued following the visit, uilding on the historic partnership extending for nearly eight decades between the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, and based on the bonds of brotherhood and Islamic solidarity, as well as shared strategic interests and close defence cooperation between the two countries, HRH the Crown Prince and the Pakistani prime minister signed a Strategic Mutual Defence Agreement. Following the agreement, India issued a response in the wake of the Strategic Mutual Defence Agreement, stating it will closely study the pact's implications for India's national security and regional and global stability. In a statement issued by the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), MEA Spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal stated that New Delhi acknowledges the formalisation of what it described as a long-standing arrangement between Saudi Arabia and Pakistan, while noting that it would closely examine its potential ramifications. Jaiswal further emphasised that India's national security remains paramount in light of this development. We have seen reports of the signing of a strategic mutual defence pact between Saudi Arabia and Pakistan. The Government was aware that this development, which formalises a long-standing arrangement between the two countries, had been under consideration. We will study the implications of this development for our national security as well as for regional and global stability. The Government remains committed to protecting India's national interests and ensuring comprehensive national security in all domains, the statement from the MEA read. (ANI)

RisingKashmir 7 Aug 2026 4:53 pm

Why is it called the shift key?

Technology keeps shifting. In this case, shift kept shifting quite literally. Confused? Heres how your favourite shift key got its name

The Hindu 7 Aug 2026 4:52 pm

Run Over By Tractor, Ribs Shattered: Woman Claims No Help From Rapido After Accident

Krishna alleged that the driver's reckless manoeuvre caused the motorcycle to lose balance, throwing her onto the road before a tractor ran over her

NDTV 7 Aug 2026 4:41 pm

The scent of home: how Indian diaspora fragrance brands are bottling memory

From Rahasya in Singapore to Sept in Paris, Indian-origin fragrance brands are turning memories of mango summers and rickshaw rides into contemporary perfumes without the usual tropes

The Hindu 7 Aug 2026 4:38 pm

Stock markets decline dragged by banks, elevated crude oil prices

Tata Consultancy Services, Mahindra & Mahindra, State Bank of India, and Tech Mahindra were among the winners

The Hindu 7 Aug 2026 4:35 pm

The Ken-Betwa protest: Is there really surplus water to transfer? | In Focus podcast

Himanshu Thakkar speaks to us about the Ken-Betwa river-linking project, its environmental and social impacts, and whether river linking is a sustainable solution for Indias water challenges.

The Hindu 7 Aug 2026 4:31 pm

HCLTech named among the world's most sustainable companies by TIME magazine

HCLTech named among the world's most sustainable companies by TIME magazine

The Hindu 7 Aug 2026 4:30 pm

Rupee settles on flat note, up 2 paise at 95.20 against U.S. dollar

Forex traders said risk aversion in global markets due to uncertainty on the deal between Iran and Oman and an overnight jump in crude oil prices weighed on investor sentiments

The Hindu 7 Aug 2026 4:28 pm

G.D.N movie review: Madhavan powers an important story that deserved more room to breathe

Madhavan delivers a compelling performance as inventor GD Naidu in an ambitious biopic that does not fully realise its emotional potential

The Hindu 7 Aug 2026 4:24 pm

No alternative to NH-44, Mughal Road in worse condition: CM Omar Abdullah

Ramban, Aug 07 : Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Friday visited various locations along the Jammu-Srinagar National Highway in Ramban and reviewed the ongoing restoration and repair works following disruptions caused by heavy rains. Speaking to reporters in Ramban, Omar Abdullah, according to the news agencyKashmir News Observer (KNO), said there is no alternative to this highway. I travelled through the Rajouri-Poonch route the day before yesterday, particularly between Peer Ki Gali and Buffliaz. The condition of that stretch is far worse than this, he said. The Chief Minister said the damage caused by rains was limited to a small stretch of NH-44, while efforts were underway to ensure that traffic movement remains uninterrupted despite adverse weather conditions. He also said the administration was aware that it is the fruit season and that people need to transport their produce to markets before it gets damaged. Fruit-laden vehicles are being given priority. Petroleum vehicles coming from Jammu are also being prioritised so that there is no shortage of essential supplies, he said. He added that he had also held a meeting with NHAI officials in Udhampur and discussed the situation and restoration measures(KNO)

RisingKashmir 7 Aug 2026 4:17 pm

Akali Dal chief Sukhbir Badal meets PM Modi, SAD-BJP alliance on cards

Senior party leader Daljit Cheema declined to comment on the alliance for now, stating only that talks had taken place; The leaders have met, thats all, Mr. Cheema told The Hindu.

The Hindu 7 Aug 2026 4:03 pm

CPI launches padayatra in Visakhapatnam under Modi Hatao, Desh Bachao campaign

J.V. Satyanarayana Murthy said the nationwide campaign began on August 6 and would end in a rally at Ramlila Maidan on September 1, and asked Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan to clarify his stand on the environmental effects of the proposed data centres

The Hindu 7 Aug 2026 4:02 pm

FIR against Hindu Janajagruti Samiti member for false claim regarding Kunal Kamra show

Mohan Gowda had filmed a video on the premises of Whitefield police station claiming that the Hindu Janajagruti Samiti had demanded that Kunal Kamras show be stopped and that the inspector had assured action, which was false

The Hindu 7 Aug 2026 4:02 pm

Anbumani opposes PPP projects, says privatisation will hit jobs

Referring to the State Budget presented on August 5, the PMK leader said such projects would reduce government recruitment

The Hindu 7 Aug 2026 3:56 pm

From being Manchester of Kerala to fighting for survival: Kannurs handloom sector seeks a future beyond nostalgia

The sector is battling delayed wages, mounting financial losses, dwindling workers, shrinking cooperative societies, and the relentless march of power looms. Kerala, which once had nearly 25,000-30,000 handloom workers, now has only about 18,000, while the number of cooperative societies has fallen from around 600 to around 450

The Hindu 7 Aug 2026 3:56 pm

Jharkhand protest: Man throws ink at AISA President Neha for being anti-national, detained

Speaking to the media while being taken away, the unidentified man said he does not like Neha Bora because she is a supporter of Umar Khalid

The Hindu 7 Aug 2026 3:55 pm

Kerala welfare pensions: CAG had flagged problems in direct-to-home payments three years ago

Finance Department data also show Kerala has been spending crores of rupees every year on incentives paid to individuals who distribute the pensions to homes under DTH via the PACS route

The Hindu 7 Aug 2026 3:55 pm

Class VIII student electrocuted at tribal welfare school in Eluru district

Kechhala Shiva Parvathi, 13, was drying clothes on an iron window grille when a power cable fell on it, students said; ITDA and Tribal Welfare officials visited the school, and the police have registered a case

The Hindu 7 Aug 2026 3:53 pm

Andhra BTech Student Stabs Girlfriend To Death After Argument: Police

According to initial reports, the accused had called the girl in the morning to Chintapalli to discuss some issues.

NDTV 7 Aug 2026 3:50 pm

Elderly man killed as wall collapses on roadside eatery in Puducherry

Two women, who ran the shop, sustained injuries

The Hindu 7 Aug 2026 3:50 pm

Both Houses of Parliament adjourned till August 10, amid Opposition protest demanding statement from Amit Shah

When the Rajya Sabha proceedings began at 11 a.m., Opposition MPs led by the Congress raised slogans seeking the presence of the Home Minister in the House, which were countered by the Treasury Benches

The Hindu 7 Aug 2026 3:46 pm

CityUHK ranked No.1 in Hong Kong in Nature Index 2026 Nanoscience and Nanotechnology Supplement

CityUHK ranked No.1 in Hong Kong in Nature Index 2026 Nanoscience and Nanotechnology Supplement

The Hindu 7 Aug 2026 3:30 pm

Bhatti Vikramarka invites companies to invest and expand in Telangana

The Deputy Chief Minister participated in dinner hosted by Consul General of India in San Francisco Bay Area

The Hindu 7 Aug 2026 3:22 pm

Kerala UDF govts move to halt doorstep delivery of social welfare pension draws political flak

CPI(M) announces large-scale mobilisation of pension beneficiaries and their families, cutting across political lines, against UDF governments move

The Hindu 7 Aug 2026 3:21 pm

HAL airport becomes first in India to operationalise RNP CAT H helicopter approach

RNP CAT H helicopter approach procedure isa satellite-guided precision navigation system designed exclusively for helicopters

The Hindu 7 Aug 2026 3:21 pm

The BJP should listen to its mentor, the RSS: Abhijeet Dipke on Mohan Bhagwats Gen Z remarks

Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) founder Abhijeet Dipke urged the BJP leadership to heed RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwats statement that protesting youth from Gen Z should not be labeled anti-national.

The Hindu 7 Aug 2026 3:18 pm

KJQ (King Jackie Queen) movie review: Dheekshith Shetty sparkles in a crime saga with squandered potential

The Telugu film, directed by the late Kiran Kumar Meenuga, is an out-and-out male fantasy circling a mans obsession with power over the world and women

The Hindu 7 Aug 2026 3:04 pm

AIMIM corporator held for sheltering TCS sexual harassment case accused

Mateen Patel was taken into custody, months after police tracked down accused Nida Khan to a house arranged by him in the Marathwada city

The Hindu 7 Aug 2026 3:01 pm

Congress Rethinks Telangana Strategy After 'Black Magic' Row

Allegations of lack magic involving senior BRS leader T Harish Rao have led to sharp exchanges with the ruling Congress.

NDTV 7 Aug 2026 2:54 pm

Telangana Tops National Rankings For Cybercrime Response

Telangana ranks first nationally in cybercrime prevention and investigation across nine key parameters

NDTV 7 Aug 2026 2:50 pm

CM N. Rangasamy to present Puducherry Budget on August 24

The Pro-tem Speaker said the proceedings of the House will commence with the customary address of the Lieutenant Governor

The Hindu 7 Aug 2026 2:50 pm

Reliance Digital Brings Digital India Sale Crazy Offers (D.I.S.C.O.)

Enjoy exciting Independence Sale Offers with exchange bonuses up to 10,000, savings up to 30,000 through bank cards, paper finance & UPI, flat 50% off on the second product, and great deals across smartphones, TVs, laptops, home appliances, and accessories until 16th August.

The Hindu 7 Aug 2026 2:44 pm

Srinagar Police Secures Conviction in 2020 Murder Case; Court Awards Life Imprisonment

Srinagar, Aug 07: In a significant achievement, Srinagar Police has secured the conviction of the accused in a 2020 murder case registered as FIR No. 03/2020 of Police Station Maisuma. The Hon'ble Court convicted *Ghulam Mohi-ud-Din Dar, son of Abdul Gani Dar, resident of Bichwara, Dalgate, Srinagar , for the murder of Abdul Gani Dar, son of Mohd. Abdullah, resident of Rassu, Budgam, under Section 302 of the Indian Penal Code (IPC). After hearing arguments on the quantum of sentence, the Hon'ble Court observed that although the offence was grave and heinous, it did not fall within the category of the arest of rare cases warranting the death penalty. Accordingly, the Court sentenced the convict to Rigorous Imprisonment fo Life along with a fine of 50,000. The fine amount, if realized, shall be paid to the legal heirs of the deceased as compensation. The convict has also been granted the benefit of set-off for the period already spent in judicial custody, in accordance with law. While passing the sentence, the Hon'ble Court took serious note of the fact that the brutal assault occurred inside the premises of a mosque, observing that violence in a place of worship undermines public peace, communal harmony and the sanctity of sacred institutions. Considering the hardship faced by the victim's family, especially the dependence of his children, the Hon'ble Court also directed the payment of 7 lakhs as Victim Compensation* under the Jammu & Kashmir Victim Compensation Scheme, 2019, to be released through the Jammu & Kashmir State Legal Services Authority within the stipulated period. The conviction is the result of a meticulous investigation conducted by Srinagar Police and effective prosecution before the Hon'ble Court. It reflects the unwavering commitment of Srinagar Police towards ensuring justice for victims through professional investigation, scientific evidence, and diligent prosecution. Srinagar Police remains steadfast in its commitment to upholding the rule of law and ensuring that every offender is brought to justice in accordance with law.

RisingKashmir 7 Aug 2026 2:36 pm

Chinese startup Moonshot's AI model breaks out of testing environment, researchers say

Kimi K3s cybersecurity evasion follows a string of similar incidents recently reported by companies such as Meta , OpenAI, and Anthropic

The Hindu 7 Aug 2026 2:30 pm

SBI Life and J&K Bank partner to bring comprehensive life insurance solutions closer to families across India

SBI Life and J&K Bank partner to bring comprehensive life insurance solutions closer to families across India

The Hindu 7 Aug 2026 2:30 pm

Lok Sabha passes MSME Development Amendment Bill without debate

The Bill seeks to address the current challenges faced by the MSME sector by improving the administrative structure and facilitating payment mechanisms

The Hindu 7 Aug 2026 2:21 pm

Korean Kanakaraju review: Varun Tej and Sathyas comic timing cannot rescue this dull narrative

Director Merlapaka Gandhis Korean Kanakaraju offers a few laughs, but the Telugu horror-comedy struggles with an uneven screenplay

The Hindu 7 Aug 2026 2:19 pm

Light to Moderate Rain Likely at Many Places Across J&K on Aug 7-8: MeT

Srinagar, Aug 7: The Meteorological Centre Srinagar has forecast intermittent rainfall across Jammu and Kashmir over the coming days, with heavy to very heavy rainfall expected in parts of the Union Territory between August 9 and 11. According to the MeT Department, one or two spells of light to moderate rain or thundershowers are likely at many places on August 7 and 8, with brief intense showers expected at a few locations. From August 9 to 11, most parts of Jammu and Kashmir are likely to witness several spells of light to moderate rain and thundershowers. The department has warned that a few districts of the Jammu Division may receive heavy to very heavy rainfall, while some districts in the Kashmir Division could experience brief but intense heavy showers. The weather is expected to remain unsettled from August 12 to 17, with the possibility of light rain or thundershowers at many places and brief intense showers at isolated locations. The MeT Department has issued an advisory warning of heavy to very heavy rainfall and brief intense showers at a few places during August 9-11. It cautioned that torrential rain may trigger flash floods, landslides in vulnerable areas, and waterlogging in low-lying regions. Residents, tourists, and commuters have been advised to remain alert, avoid unnecessary travel to landslide-prone areas during periods of intense rainfall, and follow official weather updates and advisories.

RisingKashmir 7 Aug 2026 2:10 pm

Kerala floods: State seeks 110-crore emergency relief from Centre to offset farm sector losses

Minister T. Siddique says losses sustained by agricultural sector have been estimated at around 99.29 crore as of Thursday evening and that 36,829 farmers have been affected and about 3,264 hectares of agricultural land impacted by heavy rain and floods

The Hindu 7 Aug 2026 2:00 pm

Supreme Court seeks Centre's response on pleas challenging data protection law

The pleas said the changes dilute transparency by removing the public interest safeguard for disclosure of personal information

The Hindu 7 Aug 2026 1:59 pm

Arunachal: Pema Khandu calls SC summons over CBI cooperation a

Guwahati: Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu has described the Supreme Courts decision to summon the states Chief Secretary and Principal Secretary (Home) over alleged non-cooperation with the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) as the outcome of a one-sided hearing. Khandu said Arunachal Pradesh was unable to present its position before the court because members [] The post Arunachal: Pema Khandu calls SC summons over CBI cooperation a one-sided hearing appeared first on NorthEast Now .

NorthEast Now 7 Aug 2026 1:57 pm

National Handloom Day: The dhoti gets a Santhali spin

Woven by women from the Santhal community in Mayurbhanj, Ramraj Cottons Panchaa reimagines the Santhali weave in a line of contemporary dhotis

The Hindu 7 Aug 2026 1:53 pm

BJP Suspends 9 Anantnag Office Bearers Over 'Unauthorized' Tiranga Rally, Objectionable Slogans

Srinagar, Aug 7 : The BJP District Unit Anantnag has suspended nine office bearers and removed them from all party posts with immediate effect for allegedly organizing and participating in an unauthorized Tiranga rally in the district. In an office order issued, District President Rakesh Koul said the rally was held at Housing Colony Khanabal on August 5 without the permission of the District Unit or the District Administration. The order stated that the party has also taken serious note of objectionable and derogatory remarks allegedly made against women during the rally. It termed such conduct as wholly unacceptable and against the values, discipline, dignity, and principles of the Bharatiya Janata Party. According to the order, the decision was taken after detailed deliberations with State General Secretary (Organization) Ashok Koul, State General Secretary Anwar Khan, State Spokesperson and Prabhari Anantnag Altaf Thakur, and the BJP District Core Committee Anantnag. Those suspended members include Nisar Ahmad Bhat of Wangam Shangus, District General Secretary; Khursheed Ahmad Sofi of Hassanpora Bijbehara, District Secretary; Aabida Rafiq of Achabal, District Secretary and former District Vice President; Irshad Ahmad Malik of Gopalpora Mattan, Constituency President Shangus; Mohd Maqbool Ganie of Achabal; Waheed Ahmad Itoo of Hassanoor Aishmuqam, Constituency President Pahalgam; Nisar Ahmad Hakeem of Dehwatoo Pahalgam, District Secretary; Feroz Ahmad Hajam of Kherchi Larnoo, District Secretary Kisan Morcha; and Sabrooza Akhter of Thajiwara, District Secretary Mahila Morcha. Their primary membership of the party has also been suspended pending further inquiry. The order further clarified that Alveer Ahmad Dar of Batengoo Anantnag and Fancy Akhter of Hangulgund Kokernag are not associated with the BJP District Unit Anantnag in any capacity and do not hold any organizational post or responsibility.(GNS)

RisingKashmir 7 Aug 2026 1:48 pm

HarperCollins Publishers to publish Dr Sylvia Karpagam's new book about the politics of food

HarperCollins Publishers to publish Dr Sylvia Karpagam's new book about the politics of food

The Hindu 7 Aug 2026 1:30 pm

Operation Safed Sagar series review: Siddharth, Jimmy lend heart to a racy wartime drama

Powered by sincere performances, the show recounts an important chapter from the Kargil war without over-stylising the aerial sequences and focusing instead on the urgency of moments

The Hindu 7 Aug 2026 1:29 pm

Heavy rain continues in Kerala, red alert for four districts on August 7

Red alert has been sounded for Kozhikode, Wayanad, Kannur, and Kasaragod districts for the day, while orange alert has been issued for Pathanamthitta, Kottayam, and Idukki districts

The Hindu 7 Aug 2026 1:28 pm

Telangana government doctor suspended for skipping night duty, sending private individual in his place

Sangareddy District Hospital Superintendent was directed to furnish details of the individual to facilitate further action, a senior health official said

The Hindu 7 Aug 2026 1:20 pm

Arunachal: Pema Khandu rejects Chinese incursion claims, seeks verification of Taksing reports

Dibrugarh: Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu on Friday rejected claims of a fresh Chinese incursion into Indian territory, saying the Indian Army remains deployed along the frontier and is maintaining security in the area. Speaking to reporters, Khandu said he did not believe an incursion had taken place but added that the allegations raised [] The post Arunachal: Pema Khandu rejects Chinese incursion claims, seeks verification of Taksing reports appeared first on NorthEast Now .

NorthEast Now 7 Aug 2026 1:12 pm

Supreme Court refuses to entertain Mahua Moitra's plea against appearing before police in hate speech case

Senior advocate Gopal Sankarnarayanan, appearing for the MP, submitted that she has a legal right under law to appear virtually before the police; You are a Member of Parliament. Having taken the plunge into politics, you fear eggs? the Bench observed orally

The Hindu 7 Aug 2026 1:10 pm

Uchhila level crossing closed for a week for railway maintenance work

The gate will be closed for a week

The Hindu 7 Aug 2026 1:10 pm

How Prakriti by MTR adds to their spice quotient

MTR recently introduced Prakriti, a line of single source spice powders, that are prepared in small batches

The Hindu 7 Aug 2026 1:08 pm

Doctors assault case: Bombay High Court grants bail to Shiv Sena corporator Ramesh Mhatre

The High Court also granted bail to the four other accused in the alleged assault case that had triggered a massive outrage last month

The Hindu 7 Aug 2026 1:02 pm

IMD issues red alert as heavy rain causes traffic snarls, waterlogging in Delhi

The weather office has forecast light to moderate rainfall over Delhi until August 10

The Hindu 7 Aug 2026 12:58 pm

Lumina Datamatics Completes Acquisition of TNQTech, Creating a Global Leader in Scholarly Publishing Solutions

Lumina Datamatics Completes Acquisition of TNQTech, Creating a Global Leader in Scholarly Publishing Solutions

The Hindu 7 Aug 2026 12:30 pm

Xiaomi to sell large home appliances under Mijia sub-brand in India

This new entry will put Xiaomi into direct competition with existing and established brands like Samsung and LG in India.

The Hindu 7 Aug 2026 12:30 pm

India, China discuss LAC situation and border management during diplomatic talks: MEA

The two sides held detailed exchanges on issues related to boundary delimitation, border management, mechanism-building and trans-border cooperation

The Hindu 7 Aug 2026 12:27 pm

Parliament Monsoon Session: No direction from the Chair for Amit Shahs presence, says Rijiju as Opposition protests Home Ministers absence

On August 6, the Speaker asked Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju to echo the sentiments of the Opposition to Amit Shah and consider the request for his presence in the House

The Hindu 7 Aug 2026 12:24 pm

Drawing competition at Visakhapatnam zoo on August 9 for World Elephant Day

The competition at the Zoo Bioscope will have three categories, for Classes I to V, Classes VI to X, and Intermediate to postgraduate students; drawing sheets will be provided and certificates issued to all participants

The Hindu 7 Aug 2026 12:16 pm

Fixed match with agencies, CM Omar says PDP trying to hide 'banta hai' remark

Srinagar, Aug 07 : Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Thursday slammed the People's Democratic Party (PDP), alleging a fixed match between the party and agencies, and said PDP leader Iltija Mufti was not a five-year-old child who would bite someone. Speaking to reporters in Jammu, Omar Abdullah, according to the news agencyKashmir News Observer (KNO), said that whenever the PDP's image or credibility takes a hit, agencies come to its rescue. The party is a creation of agencies. It did not evolve on its own, and its credibility was under question after the 'banta hai' remark. Agencies come to its rescue whenever its credibility becomes weak. Iltija Mufti is not a five-year-old child that she would bite somebody like this. Even a five-year-old knows that nobody can be bitten like this, he said. The Chief Minister alleged that the party was trying to mislead people through cheap publicity stunts. They are only trying to overshadow the 'banta hai' image, but unfortunately, the PDP deserves such things, he added. He also welcomed RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat's remarks that criticism of the government during recent student protests should not be treated as anti-national. Opposing the government is not the same as opposing the country. Often, criticism of the government benefits the country because mistakes are corrected. Whatever action was taken over the irregularities in the NEET examination happened because of this movement. Perhaps the examination process will improve from now on. This was in the country's interest, he said.(KNO)

RisingKashmir 7 Aug 2026 12:06 pm

CBI files chargesheet against 11 accused in killing of Suvendus aide

One of the accused had previously worked with the deceased Chandranath Rath, according to officials

The Hindu 7 Aug 2026 11:59 am