'People could get hurt': Conservationists decry AI wildlife visuals
Conservationists say AI visuals portraying wild animals as cute or cuddly make it harder for social media users to discern what is real and can fuel exploitation
Twisha Sharma death case: Samarth Singh, Giribala Singh named in CBIs chargesheet
In the chargesheet, the CBI has named Samarth, a lawyer, and Giribala, a former district judge, whom the deceased's family has accused of mental abuse, physical violence.
Canara Bank to adopt a village in Dharwad
Under the scheme, several public-oriented initiatives are being undertaken
A quiz on Indonesia, as the Asian country observes its Independence Day on August 17
Telangana SIR | Draft rolls-2026 published
Babita Singh Reporting: Nimisha Sajayan and Barun Sobtis investigate thriller locks release date
Directed by Ambiecka Pandit, the film is executive produced by Sudip Sharma
Lalbagh flower show in Bengaluru draws 2.01 lakh visitors on Independence Day
The 220th flower show at Lalbagh started on August 6 and will end on August 17
How AI can be optimised for better healthcare
Healthcare does not need AI everywhere. It needs it where delays can be reduced, clinicians can make better-informed decisions, and more patients can receive appropriate care.
BJP mounts major protest against NC government in Jammu, accuses it of failing on promises
Carrying placards and party flags, the BJP activists gathered at Dogra Chowk, Maheshpura and Panjtirthi before marching separately toward the Civil Secretariat via Shalimar Road
Kerala govt revises loan guidelines for local bodies for revenue-generating projects
Loan amount should be determined in such a way that it does not exceed the estimated amount of the project
CID raids underway at JSSC office in connection with Jharkhand recruitment exam irregularities
The State probe agency has arrested 20 people in connection with recruitment exam irregularities, including former JPSC Chairman L Khiangte.
Tamil Nadu Minister Sarathkumar faces question in Assembly over action resembling drug use
The Minister said he had already given his explanation that he was powdering a tablet for his child on a mobile phone screen using a bank card
Mr. Hariprasad's comments reinforce Karnataka Home Minister Priyank Kharge's recent demand for the RSS to publicly clarify under which Indian laws it holds property, bank accounts, and receives donations.
Karnataka allows release of crop insurance claims for drought-hit areas
Mid-season adversity clause invoked
JD(S) leader Gottigere Manju arrested for assault on traffic police in Bengaluru
Manju is accused of grabbing traffic police personnel Arun Manjappa by the collar and assaulting him
Administration sanction of funds to ensure additional nutrition for children who will be given peanuts, peanut candy, sesame seed balls, dates or other dried fruits, and cashews
SC decides to watch progress on Cauvery water-sharing, tells Tamil Nadu water is being given
The court said it would watch the progress while seeking a fresh status report. It posted the case to August 24
On April 7, 2015, 20 woodcutters from Tamil Nadu were brutally gunned down by a team of personnel from the Andhra Pradesh Police and Forest Departments in the Seshachalam forest area at the foot of the Tirumala Hills
Government to soon announce high-level panel on Banking for Viksit Bharat
In this year's Budget, the Finance Minister had proposed a high-level committee on 'Banking for Viksit Bharat', to comprehensively review the sector and align it with India's next phase of growth
Rajasthan restricts entry of outsiders in Govt schools after CJP says it will conduct inspection
The Government order comes in the backdrop of protests in some Government schools across the State over alleged lack of amenities and shortage of teachers
IMD forecasts slight revival of monsoon rains in Kerala; yellow alert for 4 districts on August 18
influenced by weather system over Bay of Bengal
Udhayanidhi Stalin slams TVK govt on law and order; raises Amuthans murder in Tamil Nadu Assembly
Are courts precluded from granting fair, just compensation in nuclear accident: SC asks Centre
The SHANTI Act permits private companies to set up civil nuclear power plants but exempts them from liability beyond 3,000 crore in the event of any unfortunate incident
About seven injured in stampede like situation near Ujjain Mahakaleshwar Temple
Ujjain Collector Roshan Kumar Singh told The Hindu that the situation was now under control and that some people who felt uneasy are being given medical care
Supreme Court halts HC proceedings against Rahul Gandhi in disproportionate assets case
If the courts want to issue directions [for inquiry/investigation], the courts are expected to fulfill the principles of natural justice, Chief Justice Kant addressed the CBI counsel, Additional Solicitor General S.V. Raju.
Upendras next titled Next Level, Aradhana Ram to play female lead
Directed by Aravind Kaushik, the Kannada-Telugu film Next Level is touted to be a mix of Upendras iconic style and a modern twist
Watch: TN speaker praises Vijays TVK government as it completes 100 days
SC refuses to interfere with ECI's decision to keep 2002 as base year for SIR in Sikkim
The bench said no ground was made out to interfere with the ECIs decision to fix 2002 as the base year, and dismissed the petition
Social Justice Minister Vanni Arasu and Backward Classes Minister V. Sampath Kumar met Amuthans parents and offered 6 lakh in compensation and government job to his brother.
Andhra Pradesh Assembly LIVE: 141 cases in 148 days to stall Mega DSC, alleges Lokesh
The session is expected to run for four days, to Thursday; Amaravati works, Polavaram, rainfall deficit and farmers' issues are expected to be addressed
Rajarshi Shahguda: Telanganas Kolam families name settlement after Adilabad district Collector
In Adilabad, a group of Kolam families have put their gratitude on the map by naming their new settlement after Collector Rajarshi Shah
Bindu Landslide: Biker Miraculous Escape in Landslide
Kalimpong, Aug 17: A biker miraculous escape in landslide after a massive Bindu landslide suddenly struck a road in the Bindu area under Gorubathan Block [] The post Bindu Landslide: Biker Miraculous Escape in Landslide appeared first on The Voice Of Sikkim .
Social Justice Minister Vanni Arasu and Backward Classes Minister V. Sampath Kumar met Amuthans parents and offered 6 lakh in compensation and government job to his brother.
Understanding the link between the rainy season and your heart rhythm
While rain by itself is not a cause of atrial fibrillation, which is irregular or rapid heart rhythm, a few factors that occur with the monsoon can trigger it, especially in individuals who are at risk
The victims family has refused to take his body from Lal Bahadur Shastri Hospital until their demands are met, while auto-tipper services remain off Delhi roads as workers and drivers protest.
Bhogapuram airport takes over Visakhapatnams flights; first day brings praise and a long drive
Union Civil Aviation Minister Kinjarapu Ram Mohan Naidu flagged off the first commercial flights; passengers praised the terminal and flagged the drive, with one taking 50 minutes from Siripuram before dawn
'They Want People To Die': Revanth Reddy's Occult Charge And A Response
The allegations, made during a public meeting in Mulugu district, triggered a strong response from former minister T Harish Rao, who dismissed them as baseless and accused the Chief Minister of diverting attention
Gold worth 2 crore seized at Perambur railway station
When the passenger was approached for verification by the security personnel, the individual allegedly attempted to flee. They, however, detained the passenger and conducted a search of the bag
Sree Sankaracharya University of Sanskrit Vice-Chancellor alleges she was hit on her head and her hair pulled while leaving varsity after Syndicate meeting on August 13 amid protests led by SFI to press various demands
Intuitive Expands Manufacturing Footprint in Asia Pacific with New Facility in Penang, Malaysia
Intuitive Expands Manufacturing Footprint in Asia Pacific with New Facility in Penang, Malaysia
Herbalife Reinforces Commitment to Metabolic Wellness and Healthy Ageing at IISc's RISE for Healthy Ageing Conference 2026
India's Manufacturing Future Will Be Built by Engineers Who Understand How the World's Best Products Are Made
Chief Justice of India Surya Kant says judges walk a very thin line
India vs Sri Lanka 1st Test: India all out for 462 on Day 3
Devdutt Padikkal top-scored for India with a mammoth knock of 167
Prashant Kishor takes oath as Bihar MLA
Prashant Kishor made a historic electoral debut on August 3, winning the bypoll for Bankipur and dealing a big blow to the BJP
Why has Maharashtra FDA issued notices to Shah Rukh Khan, Ajay Devgn and Tiger Shroff? | Explainer
The FDA has issued notices to actors Shah Rukh Khan, Ajay Devgn and Tiger Shroff, claiming that their brand endorsement of Vimal Elaichi misleads consumers or indirectly promotes the brand identity of a prohibited product, which is Vimal Pan Masala
Engineer, wife, daughter missing in Godavari; note accuses Kakinada man of harassing daughter
A child was pulled from the river by fisherfolk; a note the police are examining, said to be left by K. Nooka Raju, names a Kakinada shooting-academy operator and is addressed to the Kakinada Collector and SP
Squalor reigns at Thiruvanmiyur market
Commercial Tax Officer killed by wife after dispute over reitrment benefits and assets
North Odisha flood situation grim, IMD forecast more rains till August 18
The State government has cancelled leave for employees, and schools and educational institutions remained closed for the day due to inclement weather
After Telling Students 'Go To Pak', Kerala School Head Says He Regrets It
The controversy began after a message posted by the Kerala school chairman in a WhatsApp group of parents surfaced on social media
You Look Like Buffalo: Woman Cop On Duty Body-Shamed In Bengaluru, 4 Charged
A heated argument broke out when the woman police officer noticed that the accused were arguing with her colleague.
Jason Arday, Claudine Gay, and the line between inclusion and bias in universities
Of late, universities in the Global North have been recruiting people from underrepresented backgrounds in part on the strength of narratives of overcoming disadvantage and embodying the universities commitments to diversity, equity, and inclusion
Jharkhand exam protest: Fresh talks between govt., agitators on August 17 as stir enters day 24
We will definitely go for the talks as we want to resolve the issue through dialogue. We are firm on two of our demands, a CBI probe into irregularities in recruitment exams and cancellation of the JSSC-CGL exams, JPSC-JSSC Reforms Manch leader Ravindra Paswan told reporters
Capsized ferry in Zimbabwe leaves at least 15 dead, 27 missing: rescue services
The boat, which provides transport between the northern town of Kariba and several islands and fishing camps, overturned on August 11 after hitting strong waves
Data | Girls conditioned from childhood to take up domestic burden
The time women spend on housework begins to rise around the age of 10 and reaches a peak of nearly 460 minutes a day around age 30
Hayden Panettiere, Heroes and Nashville actress, dies at 36, U.S. media reports
Hayden Panettiere was an incredible light and a force of nature who brought immeasurable love and joy to all who knew her and to the millions who watched her onscreen, said her father Alan Skip Panettiere
Rooftop solar in Tamil Nadu gets a fresh boost
The Tamil Nadu government announces an additional incentive to accelerate investment in solar technology. What should it focus on next?
Special notes from a music teacher
Through Surya School of Music,PrabhaGurumurthyhas given many differently abled a stage to be seen and heard
Watch: 7 dead after stampede at Ashok Dham Temple in Bihars Lakhisarai
Will PM respond, youth demand answers: Congress on NTA retest for 3 UGC-NET papers
Our question is: Why should the country's students bear the punishment for NTA's mistakes? Does it really take nearly two months to detect such serious errors? said Congress leader Jairam Ramesh
Fire breaks out at commercial building in Mumbais Kandivali; 11 persons rescued
The blaze was reported at Abhirai Hotel on Kandivali Station Road at 4.14 a.m., officials said
Global alumni reunion of the Department of Political Science, Madras Christian College
Will be held on August 22
BMRCL could have earned 103.77 crore more from Nagasandra property: CAG
The CAG, in its Performance Audit of implementation of Phase 1 and Phase 2 of the Namma Metro rail project, found that BMRCL did not adequately safeguard its financial interests while determining the premium for the property
All MDA initiatives done with people in mind, CM says on I-Day
Shillong, Aug 16: In the eight years that the Meghalaya Democratic Alliance (MDA) government has been in charge, all of its initiatives have been done with the publics wellbeing in mind, Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma said during his Independence Day speech here yesterday. In the state capital, the celebration was held at Polo Ground, [] The post All MDA initiatives done with people in mind, CM says on I-Day first appeared on Highland Post .
Meghalaya comes out to celebrate Independence with a flourish
Shillong, Aug 16: Different government and private organisations all came out to celebrate Independence Day on Saturday. At district and sub-divisional headquarters, government ministers and MLAs led formal observances of Independence Day. Lok Bhavan Shillong was thrown open to the public on Saturday and Sunday, with its Colours of India programme drawing large crowds as [] The post Meghalaya comes out to celebrate Independence with a flourish first appeared on Highland Post .
Shillong, Aug 16: In a press statement issued on Saturday through its central executive committee president Sambormi Lyngdoh, the Jaintia National Council (JNC) responded to Chief Minister Conrad K Sangmas recent remarks regarding the public hearing held last month in East Jaitia Hills. The CM had stated that the state government had directed the Deputy [] The post JNC contradicts Conrads remarks on Shree Cement hearing first appeared on Highland Post .
Delhi auto union to protest at Jantar Mantar on August 17, demand welfare board
Our demand is that the Delhi government should immediately constitute the [Auto-Taxi Drivers' Welfare Board] and withdraw the increased vehicle fitness fees immediately, Rajendra Soni, general secretary, Delhi Auto Rickshaw Sangh said
Cold storage network to expand to Jowai
Shillong, Aug 16: The North East Development Initiative (NEDI) will expand its cold storage network with new facilities in Jowai and Mairang, aimed at bringing modern storage and distribution infrastructure closer to local communities and building a wider base of economic activity around them. NEDI had inaugurated its first fish and livestock cold-storage facility at [] The post Cold storage network to expand to Jowai & Mairang first appeared on Highland Post .
U.S. to tell partners they must pick sides in AI race with China
The draft letter, prepared by the State Department, is addressed to the 35 signatories of a U.S. AI Opportunity Statement signed in June
Shillong, Aug 16: Alleging serious deficiencies and deviations from the sanctioned detailed project report (DPR), approved drawings and technical specifications in the ongoing KheraparaDiganggre PMGSY road project, one Sairill D Marak has submitted formal complaints before the concerned government authorities, seeking an immediate technical inspection and appropriate action. The road project is being executed by [] The post Complaint filed on irregularities in Kherapara-Diganggre PMGSY road first appeared on Highland Post .
Father dies after alleged assault by son during argument over alcohol addiction in Keralas Kozhikode
Police say accused is suspected of committing the offence under the influence of synthetic drug
Shillong Lajong to face two-time champions NorthEast United today
Shillong, Aug 16: There will be no shortage of history when Shillong Lajong FC and NorthEast United FC meet in the fourth quarterfinal of the Durand Cup 2026 at the JN on Monday. Kick-off will be at 7pm. The two North East rivals have crossed paths repeatedly in this competition in recent years, with NEUFC [] The post Shillong Lajong to face two-time champions NorthEast United today first appeared on Highland Post .
Calls for U.K. inquiry into hounding of ex-Cambridge academic
There cannot be any doubt that Dr. Arday's tragic death was the direct, foreseeable and foreseen result of press harassment, the Good Law Project wrote on its website
Meghalaya in Group C of Junior Girls
Shillong, Aug 16: Meghalaya will be up against Jammu and Kashmir, Punjab and Nagaland in the Dr Talimeren Ao National Football Championship for Junior Girls (Tier 2) 2026-27 after the four teams were drawn together in Group C. Meghalaya did not take part in the tournament in 2025 but did participate the year before that [] The post Meghalaya in Group C of Junior Girls National Footy Cship 2026-27 first appeared on Highland Post .
Two killed after e-rickshaw battery blast triggers fire in Delhi godown
Two people suffered burn injuries in the incident and were rushed to Guru Gobind Singh Hospital in Raghubir Nagar; the victims have been identified as Sufaid, 17, and Mohd. Samid, 38.
Goodwill Mupliang win U-15 Independence Day Cup 2026 in Thadlaskein
Shillong, Aug 16: Goodwill FC Mupliang lifted the Independence Day Cup 2026 for U-15 boys by defeating Moodymmai SC 2-0 in the final yesterday. The tournament was organised by the Thadlaskein Sports Association. Both goals in the final were scored by Da-o-ni Rymbai (15, 41). With a total of four goals, he was awarded the [] The post Goodwill Mupliang win U-15 Independence Day Cup 2026 in Thadlaskein first appeared on Highland Post .
SPL 2026 to recommence on Tuesday with MLP vs Langsning
Shillong, Aug 16: After a highly competitive start to the season, the Shillong Premier League 2026 will restart on Tuesday, August 18, with Meghalaya Police taking on defending champions Langsning at the SSA Stadium. Kick-off will be at 4pm. Langsning won the season opener 1-0 against Sawmer, while MLP squeezed out a 1-1 draw against [] The post SPL 2026 to recommence on Tuesday with MLP vs Langsning first appeared on Highland Post .
National conference on natural farming to be held at CPGSAS Umiam
Shillong, Aug 16: The Central Agricultural University (CAU) Imphal is organising a national conference on Natural Farming: Pathways to Self-reliant Farming and Rural Prosperity (NCNF 2026) from September 9 to 11 at the College of Post Graduate Studies in Agricultural Sciences (CPGSAS) Umiam, Ri-Bhoi. Natural farming seeks to address contemporary challenges such as climate change, [] The post National conference on natural farming to be held at CPGSAS Umiam first appeared on Highland Post .
Watch: Zimbabwe ferry disaster: Death toll rises to 84
Why is Kazirangas Eco-Sensitive Zone in focus? | Explained
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarmas indication that the width of the buffer zone around the Kaziranga National Park and Tiger Reserve may be fixed ataminimum of 1 km instead of the default 10 km has stoked controversy
Kaziranga, Development and Dissent: When Does a Protest Become a Threat?
The controversy over a proposed luxury resort near Kaziranga is no longer only about a tourism project. It has become a larger test of how Assam pursues development, how disputes over land are handled
Assams Floods in a Warming World
Floods in Assam are no longer explained simply by the arrival of the monsoon. Flooding has always been part of life in the Brahmaputra and Barak valleys, but a changing climate, shifting river behavio
Journalist Pranay Bordoloi Summits Mount Kilimanjaro on Independence Day
Assam journalist Pranay Bordoloi marked Indias Independence Day with a remarkable achievement, successfully climbing Mount Kilimanjaro, Africas highest peak, and unfurling a traditional
Dissent, degrees and the Bar: Inside the NALSAR-CJI controversy
The case ultimately turns on a constitutional question: how much license does students, especially future lawyers, have to publicly object to the conduct of a sitting judge
DayOne Launches Singapore's First Biological Data Center Prototype with Cortical Labs and NUS Medicine
Zimbabwe ferry tragedy: More bodies recovered, death toll at 84
Estimates had put the number of passengers as high as 153 on a ferry authorised to carry 90 people, but the latest official figures now suggest the number of passengers could be even higher
SHRC directs GCDA, Corporation to take steps to widen Chilavannur Bund Road
Executive engineers of the two agencies must conduct a joint inspection of the road within a week and submit a report in this regard to the District Collector, directed Alexander Thomas, chairperson of the commission
Arsenal humbles Man City 3-0 to win Community Shield
New City boss Enzo Maresca suffers defeat in his first game in charge; Calafiori, Havertz and Odegaard score for Arsenal
36 Hours in Srinagar: A first-timers guide to Kashmirs capital
Explore Srinagar in 36 hours with this itinerary covering Dal Lake at sunrise, the heritage lanes of the downtown area, Jamia Masjid, Khanqah-e-Moula, Lal Chowk, Asias largest tulip garden, and an authentic wazwan feast
