Padmavathi Ishaq passes away in Australia
Born at Chalavara in Palakkad district, Padmavathi was a writer and former history teacher at Government Sanskrit College, Pattambi
T.N. Budget satisfies all sections of society, says Minister
In-charge Collector directs officials to expedite road safety measures in Annamayya
Chairing the District Road Safety Committee meeting, Shiv Narayan Sharma says safety measures have been completed at 108 spots of the total 236 sites identified across the district
Telangana DCA seizes gabapentin tablets sold as nutraceuticals in Hyderabad
In this trend of meagre allocation of 150 crore, it will take 50 long years for the project to get completed, says farmers association
Shivalinge Gowda visits fields in Hassan, assures drought-hit farmers relief
The High Court of Karnataka has refused to quash a criminal case registered against two self-proclaimed Congress leaders for cheating over 5.3 crore promising jobs in various government departments
Aquafit initiative to train 14,000 students in swimming in first phase in Kerala
Minister for General Education N. Samsudheen inaugurates General Education departments programme for schoolchildren
Karnataka government to soon release draft of policy on responsible AI
The draft of the policy, which is reportedly ready, is expected to published by the end of the month
High wave alert issued for Alappad-Edava coast in Keralas Kollam
T.N. Budget launches 2,117-crore CMs integrated urban mission to reshape cities by 2031
Jaffer P.C. appointed as BMRCL Managing Director ahead of Pink Line partial inauguration
Saidabad steel bridge to be inaugurated soon
Tiruchi Corporation turns to awareness paintings to curb poster menace
T.N. Budget fails to meet expectations of people, say political leaders in Coimbatore
Former BJP MLA Vanathi Srinivasan says various schemes launched by the Centre have just been rebranded and announced as new ones; KMDK general secretary E.R. Eswaran says Budget has no mention of the much-awaited Avinashi-Athikadavu project expansion
Muthanga land agitation: Geethanandan and other accused approach Kerala High Court
The accused reasoned that the Kalpetta court had only found conspiracy charges prima facie, and contended that such a finding did not fulfill the legal requirements of the offence.
T.N. Budget promises fresh push for Cooum, Adyar rivers restoration
A detailed project report for Adyar river restoration was already under preparation by the previous regime. Sources noted that the project report is awaiting a few clarifications. A detailed project report was also being prepared for the Cooum. The reports may now be refined in line with the new governments priorities
220 motorists booked for traffic violations during Dheeran Chinnamalai observance in Erode
Vishwanath blames Siddaramaiah for Tanveer Saits exclusion from Cabinet
Rope in AP Markfed to facilitate tobacco procurement, demands YSRCP chief Jagan
This will facilitate competition among the bidders and help bring the growers out of distress, reasons Jagan Mohan Reddy, while accusing the State government of failing to ensure support prices for crops
Officials launch campaign to minimise El Nino impact on inland fisheries
The initiative, which will conclude on August 7, will focus on educating stakeholders on scientific measures to minimise losses due to adverse climatic conditions, says Fisheries Deputy Director
Bengaluru: Rehab centre owner, two employees booked for assaulting youth
Ousted Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina says ban on her party Awami League should be lifted
Ms. Hasina had been expected to address the event virtually by video but delivered only an audio message. It was not immediately clear why she did not appear on video, unlike her party colleagues and her son, who spoke before her
Khader to inaugurate Alvas mega job fair on Friday, says chairman of Alvas Education Foundation
Over 26,300 jobs will be on offer at the fair, to be extended by over 350 participating companies, Mohan Alva says
Association stages protest to fulfil demands in Krishnagiri
Farmers welcome move to expedite river linking project, studies on building barrages
While welcoming allocations for the CauveryVaigaiGundar river linking project, barrages across the Cauvery and ecological restoration of the Cauvery Delta, farmers organisations seek higher spending on agriculture, crop loan waiver and better procurement prices
Farmers welcome State Governments science-based steps to minimise man wildlife conflict
Freedom Habba: Vidhana Soudha to become stage for Bengalurus many cultures this I-Day
The theme for the event is NammaOoru.NimmaOoru. Ellara Bengaluru
4 people stabbed in London's Covent Garden area; woman arrested
The woman was arrested on suspicion of possession of an offensive weapon and assault
Leopard kills 10 goats in Erode
Officials told to quikly disburse relief amount to victims of natural disasters
Khader says that compensation should be sanctioned as per government rules for incidents of house collapse and loss of life due to rain
KUDA adopts transparent lottery system for Hagaraga housing site allotment
KUDA chairman Mazhar Alam Khan says the dream project of late Qamar-ul-Islam is taking shape with Home Minister Priyank Kharges support and asserted that infrastructure works will begin within a month
Seven arrested in Giddalur after tiger poaching incident at NSTR
Officials recover seven tiger claws, limb bones, a country made fire arm and an axe from the accused; HANUMAN project team played a key role in the investigation, says Giddalur Project Tiger Division Deputy Director
Puducherry government initiates changes in Department of Drugs Control
Months-long SNDP excavation chokes key L.B. Nagar corridor in Hyderabad
They are exactly the youth our country needs: Rahul Gandhi about young protestors over paper leaks
Kozhikode youth alleges abduction, blackmail by six-member gang
The Chevayur police have launched an investigation with the assistance of the cyber cell and are examining digital evidence, including mobile phone records, to identify the accused
RBI to resume licensing of Urban Cooperative Banks
RBI has also decided to review the guidelines on concentration risk management of rural co-operative banks
Inscriptions key to tracing Karnatakas cultural links with neighbouring states: Kannada varsity VC
The Centre of Excellence for Studies in Classical Kannada (CESCK) hosts workshop on Kannada inscriptions in Karnataka and beyond
National Handloom Day to be observed in Erode on August 7
Organic farming a promising sector for youth entrepreneurs, says Union Minister
Bihar woman alleges panchayat blamed her for rape, public humiliation
A Begusarai woman has alleged that after being raped by her neighbour, a village panchayat publicly humiliated her. Police have registered an FIR and arrested one person
Kalaburagi: District Science Centre to observe Hiroshima Day with educational programmes
Tamil Nadu Budget elicits mixed response from industry bodies in Erode
State Budget evokes mixed response
Industry welcomes AI initiatives, industrial parks and investment push, but expresses disappointment over the absence of a dry port for Tiruchi and relief from electricity fixed charges
Autorickshaw drivers threaten stir from August 24
He says there should be no shortage of seeds and fertilizers for farmers.
MLA seeks CBI probe into KPSC scam
The government has failed to conduct recruitment for government job vacancies in a fair and transparent manner, Bharat Shetty alleges
Old Hasanur residents seek all-weather road, bridge restoration in Erode district
Inflow into Mettur Dam increases to 11,988 cusecs
Harish alleges bid to undermine Telangana water interests through GRMB agenda
The Home Minister has asked officials to submit a detailed report on the sulfur dioxide leakage, as well as safety measures at the pharmaceutical factory.
Tulu Wikipedia celebrates its 10th anniversary on August 6
Tulu Wikipedia features more than 3,700 articles covering a wide range of topics, including history, culture, science, geography, literature, and current affairs
Moderate to severe anaemia linked with 27% higher risk of stillbirth in India, study finds
Evidence from the study strengthens the link between maternal anaemia and stillbirth for India
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Nellore schools set for 209 crore infrastructure upgrade with CSR funds
The DSR School in Moolapeta will undergo modernisation with 25 crore, followed by allocations for developing RSR School (15 crore), Zilla Parishad High School on Podalakur Road (25 crore) and V. Puram TIDCO School (20 crore)
Urban Local Bodies asked to step up tax collection, improve waste management
Minister Yathindra Siddaramaiah says that 200 crore was released for the development of Bidar and called for better sanitation, faster civic works
Ban on single-use plastic in Guntur from August 17
Awareness drive conducted in ward secretariats; teams to inspect warehouses, wholesale and retail establishments, and street vendors; violators to pay fine on the spot through 'Swachh Guntur App'
Upset at not being made a minister, Mr. Patil had earlier said that he was resigning from his Assembly membership as he felt that there was no place for loyalty and honesty in the Congress.
Supersede BCC if it doesn't pass resolution supporting Mahajan commission: Vatal Nagaraj
He says that Kannada organisations have decided to go ahead with the Karnataka bandh on August 13 against releasing water to Tamil Nadu, despite the appeal by Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar and other leaders to not do so.
Top official reviews Independence Day arrangements at Parade Grounds in Amaravati
Emphasising inter-departmental coordination, Syamala Rao says that all agencies should work in close coordination to ensure smooth and successful conduct of the celebrations
PM2.5 pollution associated with increased disease, flare risk in rheumatoid arthritis: Study
The findings underscore the importance for healthcare providers and policymakers to recognise the impact air pollution can have on how one manages the condition
Turn And Burn and Vortex catch the eye
MITTI LABS RAISES $9.5 MILLION TO BUILD WATER RESILIENCE IN ASIA'S RICE FIELDS
MITTI LABS RAISES $9.5 MILLION TO BUILD WATER RESILIENCE IN ASIA'S RICE FIELDS
KPJ Healthcare and SingHealth Mark Strategic Partnership to Strengthen Future Healthcare Capabilities
Thirukkural elocution contest held
Man hacked to death while riding bullet motorcycle in Raichur district
According to the police, the attackers intercepted him on the road and assaulted him with deadly weapons.
Commission directs Kalaburagi-Yadgir DCC Bank to appoint Public Information Officers and comply with mandatory disclosure provisions
Prajavani in-charge G Chinna Reddy says there is no necessity to conduct the Prajavani RDO level as the offices are located within or in close proximity to District Collectorate premises where the mechanism is conducted
Sensex gains 152 points in volatile session as RBI keeps policy rates unchanged
Sensex ended at 78,581 and Nifty ended at 24,624.65
CBDC and ULI make further inroads; state govts show increasing interest: RBI Dy Governor Rohit Jain
Twelve states have already digitised their land records and others are doing it. More governments show interest in using CBDC and ULI
Meta CEO apologises for CSAM, deepfake content; errors in operating platform, say sources
Meta team admitted that a lot of money was paid for boosting a certain type of content; they apologised and regretted the mistake
Thanjavur Tax Consultants Federation said the budget lacked income-generation measures and employment opportunities
As government schools vanish, educational inequality grows
Those who stole Ram Dhan wont be allowed by Lord Ram to win polls, says Akhilesh Yadav
Akhilesh Yadav accused the BJP of shielding the eal culprits in the alleged theft of temple offerings while sending lower-level employees to jail
China announces countermeasures after U.S. trade sanctions
Beijings measures include suspending factory follow-up inspections by Chinese certification bodies, blacklisting U.S. compliance testing companies, and launching national security investigations into imports of office printers and copiers, according to the Commerce Ministry
Telangana CM makes strong pitch to Centre for increase in Tummidihatti barrage height
Revanth Reddy accompanied by Irrigation Minister Uttam Kumar Reddy call on Jal Shakti Minister C.R. Patil in New Delhi
Lab is aimed at equipping students with access to industry-leading data, analytics, and market intelligence tools used by financial professionals worldwide
Rupee gains 13 paise to close at 95.15 against U.S. dollar post-RBI policy decision
At the interbank foreign exchange, the rupee opened at 94.90 against the greenback and traded in a tight range of 94.89-95.25 during the session; it eventually settled at 95.15, higher by 13 paise from its previous close
It is the first time in independent India that an existing State has been demoted to Union Territory status, says Forum of Human Rights in J&K in its annual report
Restoration and conservation works were being carried out at 213 temples that are over 1,000 years old, at an estimated cost of 418 crore: Finance Minister
Unlike the previous government, which focussed only on short-term political gains with the belief that they should make best use of their five-year term, our government believes that we need to look forward to at least 15 years of sustained growth, the Finance Minister contended
Moving car gutted in Keralas Kozhikode, driver escapes unhurt
Incident occurred around 9 a.m. on August 5, 2026 near the Pantheerankavu police station
Social media ban: Will the Aussie model work for India?
Elamanchili station footfall grows 11%; halts sought for express trains
The station earned over 4.12 crore in 2025-26 as projects including the Nakkapalli bulk drug park and the Rambilli naval base take shape; representations seek halts for the Ratnachal, Garib Rath and AP expresses
India emerges strong from each disruption, has very strong macroeconomic fundamentals: RBI Governor
The way we faced these challenges gives us the confidence that come what may, we will emerge stronger from each episode.
