Spain's Ceuta seeks transfer of unaccompanied migrant minors to mainland Spain after border rush
Though the vast majority of migrants have since returned to Morocco, roughly 1,100 unaccompanied minors who arrived before and during the influx and cannot be summarily deported remain, according to the local government
Yemen's Houthis say attacked two Saudi oil tankers
These were the eighth and ninth Saudi oil tankers targeted since the start of the blockade last month, according to figures given by a Houthi military spokesman
North Korea's Kim Yo Jong warns of new military options over Japan's strike capabilities
Ms. Kim accused Japan of moving beyond a defensive posture and turning its armed forces into a force capable of pre-emptive attacks and overseas military operations
Bangladesh government outraged over Sheikh Hasinas press conference in India
Bangladesh said that its repeated requests to extradite Ms. Hasina to Bangladesh have not yet elicited a response
'Deceitful' Infantino 'must go' says Luis Figo
Figo, who pulled out of the race to become FIFA president in 2015, wants Infantino to step down immediately rather than wait for his attempt to be re-elected next year
Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha ready for new challenge at Colo-Colo in Chile after World Cup success
From day one, I knew where I wanted to play. I received many offers, but Colo-Colo was always the priority, said Josimar vora Dias, widely known as Vozinha
Arsenal agree 75 million deal to sign Newcastle's Guimaraes: reports
Guimaraes had previously told Newcastle that he wanted to join Arsenal if a suitable offer arrived, reports said
States get share in revamped Khelo India Scheme sports infra fund
The union cabinet, earlier this week, approved a 29,054 crore outlay for the Khelo India Scheme along with 7,387 crore for the Assistance to National Sports Federations Scheme (ANSF).
No practice games for Australia before next year's India Tests: head coach McDonald
The Australians will, however, play tour games against local sides during upcoming assignments against South Africa and England
T.N. to enable registration of documents from home: Finance Minister
A climate resilience pathway between India and China
Shared climate challenges create opportunities for India-China cooperation
Actor assault case: Kerala High Court dismisses plea for suspension of sentence by second accused
There is prima facie evidence to prove that the accused aided the commission of the crime and participated in the conspiracy as well, says court
Post-Paris journey full of ups and downs, but I chose to continue: Lovlina
Making her third Commonwealth Games appearance, Lovlina won her first CWG medal a silver. She was happy with the result, even though she had hoped to finish with gold
Quantum shift: On private industry and national research spending
Private R&D spends should be used to bolster manufacturing
Indias cancer focus must shift to early detection
Cancer in India is still diagnosed predominantly after symptoms become severe enough to disrupt daily life. By then, opportunities for curative treatment have often been lost
List of ineligible candidates published, grievance redressal window opened
Two history-sheeters arrested for throwing molotov cocktail in a house in Periamet
Investigation revealed that the incident took place due to a turf war between two gangs
YSRCPs search for political momentum
The YSRCP chief is desperately trying to regain his foothold in Andhra politics
Two more arrested in connection with death of accountant in Anna Nagar
SIR excludes 1.8 lakh voters from Meghalaya's draft electoral roll
They have been identified as deceased, shifted, untraceable or duplicate, say officials
Higher Education Minister presents degree certificates at GSS Jain College
Allocation for Higher Education drops in Tamil Nadu Budget 2026-27; educationists react sharply
11 Bangladeshi nationals for visa overstay, sent to detention centre: Delhi Police
Delhi govt. to repeal B&B law, table 3 Bills, 2 CAG reports in Monsoon Session
L-G calls for action plan to promote Delhis heritage, creative economy
Delhi University begins allocations for one-year PG programme
Delhi HC declines to entertain PIL on Parliament security
Delhi Police seize 384 rolls of banned Chinese manjha, three arrested
Rijiju meets Rahul in bid to end Parliament logjam
Parliamentary Affairs Minister says there is no proposal to hold Special Session to push through womens quota and delimitation Bills; Cong. presses for Shahs statement, debate on donation row
HC directs Delhi Police to install sanitary pad vending machines at all stations
T.N. Budget: Healthcare spending continues to rise in T.N., 23,357 cr. allocated
However, the health announcements in the Budget fell short to address the need to increase manpower
Government doctors house in Vellore burgled
Superintendent of Police (SP) N.U. Sivaraman has formed special teams to nab the culprits
He also urged young researchers and students that they should not underestimate any idea
Bengaluru: Three arrested for murder conspiracy; six weapons seized
Meet the 100-year-old Congress worker who never switched sides
For nearly seven decades, Abdul Rahman Magray (100) of Satruna village in Ganderbal's Kangan has remained steadfast in his loyalty to the Congress despite repeated offers to switch parties. Having lived through Partition, the political transformation of Jammu and Kashmir and the years of militancy, Magray reflects on a lifetime in public life, his meetings with some of India's tallest leaders, and why he believes the party must reconnect with its grassroots workers. In his first on-camera interview, he speaks to Rising Kashmir's Umar Raina. Q: You have witnessed nearly a century of history. What do you remember about those early days? Magray: I have seen life before and after Partition. There were no proper roads, poverty was widespread, and even food and clothing were scarce. As students, four of us pooled our money just to buy something to eat. Those hardships shaped our generation. Q: What made you join Congress, and why have you never left? Magray: Congress was the party that fought for India's freedom. I grew up hearing about Mahatma Gandhi and the sacrifices of freedom fighters. My father even went to jail during that period. For me, Congress represents sacrifice and service, not just politics. Many leaders from other parties asked me to join them, including Mufti Mohammad Sayeed when he floated his own party. I told him, How can I leave my own home for another? I have always believed loyalty matters more than political convenience. Q: You have met several national leaders. Which memories stand out? Magray: I met Jawaharlal Nehru, Gulzarilal Nanda, Indira Gandhi, Rajiv Gandhi, Sonia Gandhi and Rahul Gandhi. What I remember most is how the senior leadership respected even ordinary party workers. That culture of valuing grassroots workers made a lasting impression on me. Q: What has been your biggest sacrifice for the party? Magray: I travelled across the country as a Congress delegate, often spending my own money. During militancy, my house was burnt and later damaged in a blast. There were attempts on my life because of my political affiliation, but I never abandoned the party. Respect from the organisation was enough for me. Q: You also contested elections despite difficult circumstances. Why? Magray: I contested the Assembly elections in 1972 and again in 2002. In 1972, I knew Mian Bashir Ahmad was the strongest candidate, but democracy needs genuine contests. In 2002, militancy was at its peak, yet I contested to keep the Congress organisation alive during a very difficult period. Q: Beyond politics, what work are you most proud of? Magray: I always considered myself a social worker first. During Ghulam Mohammad Sadiq's tenure, I helped prepare proposals that led to the opening of several schools in our area. I also worked to ensure local people got jobs in hydropower projects and that local contractors received work. Q: How do you see Congress today, and what message would you give the leadership? Magray: The party has changed. Earlier, leaders knew every worker personally and respected their sacrifices. Today, factionalism has weakened the organisation. I have told Rahul Gandhi that Congress must reconnect with genuine grassroots workers and end internal divisions. Q: At 100, what keeps you going? Magray: My commitment to the party. People tell me to retire, but I say I will remain with Congress till my last breath. If my health allows, I will continue attending party meetings. My only wish is that Congress values workers who stood by it during difficult times.
TNPL: Saravanan and Gurjapneet help Madurai Panthers pull off a heist against Trichy Grand Cholas
I am worried about the future of Bangladesh: Sheikh Hasina on why she wants to return to Bangladesh
Wings of Will get-together programme held
Two persons murdered in Madurai
J&K Marks 7 Years Since Article 370 Abrogation
Bangladesh pro-uprising groups turn on each other on second anniversary
Control of campuses has become a battleground for parties and students groups that led the July 2024 movementwhich ousted Sheikh Hasina and her government. Rights group says at least 17 people were killed in mob violence in July. Six were killed in political violence, a drop from nine in June
Life sentence for three in IUML councillor murder case in Kerala
Prosecution examines 45 witnesses; convicts shifted to Kannur Central Jail following verdict
Meghalaya launches mission to protect clouded leopards
India supports one of the most important remaining populations of the feline, which is Meghalayas State animal
DGMA warns of cyber threats as ports automate operations
Dependence of ports on interconnected systems has created new vulnerabilities that can adversely affect the safety, security and functioning of port facilities, DGMA said in an advisory
Appraiser of private bank among three held for 1.5 crore gold loan fraud
Bengaluru Traffic Police introduce trial diversions at Madiwala to ease peak-hour congestion
Google shakes up AI leadership as DeepMind chief Demis Hassabis shifts role
Demis Hassabis becomes chief scientist, relinquishes DeepMind CEO role; Jeff Dean and other key engineers leave to found new startup; moves follow departure of two star researchers to AI rivals
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RBI raises FY27 GDP growth forecast to 6.7%
RBI Governor flags El Nino, volatile crude oil prices as inflation risks
ONGC expects oil plus gas production of 39 MMTOE this fiscal, 40 MMTOE next year
In the analyst call, senior executive of ONGC stated they expect oil prices to hover at about $75 per barrel, which would also make it ideal to pursue deepwater exploration
Asunta Lakra denies charges against her, questions Hockey Indias Ethics Committee jurisdiction
Rain eases, normalcy returns in Ernakulam
Water levels in the Muvattupuzha, Thodupuzha and Kaliyar rivers remain below warning levels; affected areas witness no major rain-related trouble
EDs search and seizure operations are not independent civil actions: Karnataka High Court
The jurisdiction of the ED is inextricably intertwined with criminality. Attachment of property is merely an instrumentality employed in aid of prosecuting the offence of money laundering. It cannot, therefore, be artificially divorced from the criminal proceedings that give it life: High Court
India's services sector growth hits four-and-a-half-year low in July on weak demand: PMI
Business activity rose at the weakest rate in 53 months
Kerala High Court orders Muvattupuzha RDO to pay 25,000 in costs
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RSS aims at weakening Left movement, says Vijayaraghavan
RSSs influence is adversely affecting the countrys governance, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi showing undue haste in implementing its agenda in areas including history, higher education and literature, says the CPI(M) leader
Canal restoration to be expedited to curb waterlogging in Kochi
Mullassery Canal restoration to resume on September 1 and be completed by March; inspections against banned single-use plastic to be intensified; authorities order urgent drain cleaning, relocation of shops over drains and faster measures to address waterlogging across the city
Cabinet Secretary, Home Secretary get one-year extension in service
The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet led by Prime Minister Modi approved the extension in service of Somanathan as Cabinet Secretary for a further period of one year beyond August 30, 2026, says an order
After a long delay, portfolios allocated in NDA Cabinet in Puducherry
Chief Minister N. Rangasamy will handle Confidential and Cabinet Department, Planning and Finance, Revenue and Excise, Personnel and Administrative Reforms, Health and Family Welfare, Local Administration, Transport, among other subjects, while BJP Minister A. Nammassivayam will retain Home, Electricity and Education portfolios
Palani land case: HC dismisses advance bail plea of suspended Sub-Registrar
The State submitted that there was concentrated telephonic communication between Sub-Registrar Justin Manikandan Subramanian, who registered the document, and document writer Jeyaprakash before and during the registration of the document
Include CBSE-sector representatives on panels for readying education policies: council
Council of CBSE Schools Kerala visits Chief Minister, Ministers and recommend establishment of a permanent coordination and communication mechanism between the States General Education department and CBSE schools
RBI has funds to pay for UPI platform without having to charge merchants, customers
The government has introduced a Bill in Parliament that will allow it to notify the kinds of transactions that can attract such a charge. So far, UPI has been free for merchants and customers
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Cohance Lifesciences reports 45.19 crore loss in Q1 on lower revenue
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State Finance Minister N. Marie Wilson presented the maiden Budget of the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK)-led coalition government in Tamil Nadu today.
Misri urges Sri Lanka to hold provincial polls at the earliest
Discusses India-backed energy,infrastructureand technology projects during Colombo visit
Aurobindo Pharma Q1 net rises 25% to 1,032 cr; approves merger of three arms
The U.S. formulations revenue increase was primarily driven by volume gains and new launches, partially offset by no transient product sales; Europe formulations revenue driven by robust performance across all key market.
Pharmacy owner, delivery boy caught with 6,568 Tramadol tablets in Madhapur
Spices Board exploring feasibility of indoor saffron farming in Kerala
Board submits a proposal to Agriculture department to promote indoor saffron farming
Supreme Court cracks down on illegal constructions, warns civic authorities of contempt
The court also restrained municipal authorities from issuing directions contrary to its orders, warning that any interference could invite contempt proceedings
Teaching doctors seek AIIMS pay scales, allowances, separate transfer policy
Tamirabharani River Tourism will be instant hit if river pollution is checked entirely
Majority legislators cannot overrule will of political party: Supreme Court
Justice Joymalya Bagchi says the maturity of a democracy is measured by the constancy of political parties and their members to their ideology
Stakeholders welcome Palmyra Development Corporation, seek implementation at grassroot level
Udupi achieves 93.95% progress in digitisation of enumeration forms
Deputy Commissioner says that 9,99,534 enumeration forms out of 10,63,876 distributed forms have been digitised
Joint Collector inspects schools at ASR district
Action has been initiated against the manufacturers; the entire affected stock has been replaced
Gland Pharma to set up sterile manufacturing suite for Neuland Labs
The objective is to serve growing worldwide demand for sterile APIs used in microparticle depot products and other complex sterile APIs
SIR: 20% of electors to be dropped in draft roll, over 34 lakh to get notices
The CEO notes that voters wrongly marked as absent or shifted can have their names restored only by approaching their Booth Level Officer
Hyderabad SHE Teams nabs 678 for harassing women during Bonalu festivities
Centre deploys national joint response team to support States facing a Chandipura virus outbreak
Disease control, medical, animal husbandry experts sent to Gujarat, Rajasthan to support public health measures; sandflies are established vectors, but scientists studying role of other insects, domestic animals too
T.N. Budget evokes mixed reaction from trade bodies, experts
Ongole SP urges public to safeguard newly-planted saplings
Launching a tree plantation drive, Harshavardhan Raju cautions the public to consciously reduce the usage of automobile fuel by curtailing unnecessary travel and to totally shun the use of one-time plastic
Gandhis cry for help: ChemburssilverMahatmaevokes mixed reactions in citizens
Like Marinas living Gandhi reported by The Hindu, this Gandhi too acceptsGPay
Water level rises to 2,350 ft in Idukki reservoir in Kerala
Kerala govt. sanctions 312 cr. more for addressing imbalance in urban-rural allocation
