Waqf registrations rise by 35,000 in West Bengal after UMEED portal launch
Waqf authorities say the increase islargely dueto increased registrations and not a sudden increase in the number of existing properties
Commonwealth Games: Neeraj Chopra bags silver for javelin throw, Yashvir wins bronze
The 28-year-old Tokyo Olympics champion produced a season-best throw of 85.83m in his second attempt, which was good enough for a second-place finish
Commonwealth Games: Tejaswin becomes first Indian to win decathlon medal with bronze
Paris Olympics bronze winner Lindon Victor of Grenada took the gold with 8096 points
Kochi metro records operational profit, lowers net loss
Sewage contamination detected in 68% of water samples near Bhopal gas tragedy site, activists claim
Activists alleged that the supply of contaminated water was creating a situation in the area similar to Indores Bhagirathpura, where government-supplied sewage-contaminated water claimed more than 35 lives
Stage play, art exhibition mark mental health awareness event in Chennai
Country asking him to apologise but he has forgiven country: Congress' dig at PM over new video
Mr. Modi described the students as misguided children and said punishing them or making them go through court proceedings will not solve the problem
Western Ghats conservation with science and dialogue
The Ecologically Sensitive Area debate highlights the need for balanced, inclusive conservation approaches
According to officials,the teacher, Lokesh Sharma, beat up the class 4 student using a cane in front of his fellow students after which the boy narrated the incident to her parents
Force of law: On the Delhi police
Delhi Police are pursuing protesters, but not acting against their own
A healthy tax: On taxing foods high in fat, sugar and salt
The government must act to tax foods high in fat, sugar, and salt
Festive atmosphere prevails across Vizag
Youth, reported abducted, held with suspected MDMA in Kochi
ISRO calls for stronger academia-industry partnership to power future space missions
Shraddha Walkar murder case: HC refuses to set time frame for completion of trial
The sisters, through their counsel, informed the court that they voluntarily converted from Hinduism to Islam without any pressure, force, or inducement
Delhi HC seeks police response on Umar Khalids third bail plea
Kerala HC directs State to operationalise promised NDPS Courts on time
The court was informed by the District Judiciary that there were a total of 8,422 NDPS cases pending in the State
Triumph of justice vs Hussain a BJP man: parties trade barbs after Tahir Hussain verdict
Delhi L-G leads plantation drive in Ridge; seeks survival monitoring
Delhi BLOs in race against time as only 57.54% SIR forms digitised so far
Karnataka govt. sets up panel for recruitment reforms
DVAC arrests two suspects in suspected Tasmac scam
The arrests were made on Thursday
TNPDCL CMD directs officials to re-inspect 3.70 lakh electricity bills in Chennai
The circular has also set a time frame for all the 3.70 lakh bills to be rechecked by August 7
Digital land resurvey will continue, says government
The office of the Revenue Minister said the services of contract staff deployed for the survey had been temporarily stopped as part of a revamp
Madras High Court extends stay on by-election to five constituencies till August 24
Chief Justice Sushrut Arvind Dharmadhikari and Justice G. Arul Murugan extend the stay since the pleadings are not complete
Rahul Gandhi to address District Congress Committee presidents near Chennai
The file adalat was organised as part of making the administration more efficient in the Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe Development department
PSBB Group of Schools celebrates 69th anniversary
Moneylender arrested for collecting 1.15 crore through usury and threats
The complainant alleged that between January 19, 2019, and August 13, 2025, Kalimuthu repeatedly threatened and assaulted him, forcing him to pay a total of 1,15,02,800
Director of Medical Education appointed
July 2026 one of the warmest in State since 1991, show RMC data
This is the second warmest July, with unusually high daytime temperatures and persistently warmer nights. Madurai is the hottest weather station, with maximum temperatures rising above 40 degrees Celsius, as per a study of RMC observations
10, including crew, injured as govt. bus hits median
Man held after attempted attack on police personnel
The accused, identified as Sanu of Karimadom, allegedly barged into the Fort police station carrying a machete
Heavy rains lash parts of Kodagu district: Holiday for schools in Madikeri and Somwarpet taluks
Provident Fund is the best way to save for your retirement: EPFO CEO Ramesh Krishnamurthi
In the latest episode of The Hindu Mind, Employees Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO)s Chief Executive Officer Ramesh Krishnamurthi talked about the recent changes in the retirement fund managers platform and the new Rules for the Employees Provident Fund Scheme, Employees Pension Scheme, and the Employees Deposit Linked Insurance Scheme, where millions of workers are enrolled. Ruling out a fresh window for opting for higher pension based on actual salary, Mr. Krishnamurthy said the pension is paid from the pool of money contributed by all subscribers and it cannot be used for higher pension for a few subscribers. Excerpts of the interaction, moderated by A. M. Jigeesh
The Karnataka Mango Development and Marketing Corporation will develop a dedicated platform to facilitate the sale of Alphonso mangoes in the domestic market.
Entries invited for 31st International Film Festival of Kerala
Deadline 10 September
Abuses never solve anything, lets guide the misguided: PM Modi on Jantar Mantar protests
These are misguided children; punishing them or making them go through court proceedings will not solve the problem, PM Modi said
Sept. 30 set as deadline to clear debris from Cooum
Villagers demand operation of overhead tank for regular water supply in Tiruvannamalai
Residents travel at least 5-10 km to fetch a few pots of water from Kilpennathur and Tiruvannamalai towns due to irregular water supply
A genetic blueprint for saving Asias iconic hornbills
A new study by researchers from CCMB-Hyderabad, and the Nature Conservation Foundation- Mysore has decoded the complete genomes of four species, offering fresh insights into their evolution and population history over millions of years. The findings reveal how past climatic shifts shaped hornbill populations and provide valuable genetic resources to guide conservation strategies for these ecologically important seed dispersers
For tuberculosis (TB) patients from economically backward regions, financial assistance through government initiatives is as crucial as medication. Delays in disbursing aid are affecting the recovery of patients from across the State as they struggle to afford nutritious food and travel for treatment, writes Nellore Sravani
Cyberabad to develop 10 free lefts and five U-turns to ease traffic congestion
Gruha Jyoti survey: 82,000 have either not provided documents or sought extra time
Govt plans wool production clusters in J&K
Srinagar, July 30: Minister for Agriculture Production, Rural Development and Panchayati Raj, Cooperative and Election Department, Javid Ahmad Dar, on Thursday chaired a meeting to review the status of wool industry and progress achieved under 27 projects of the Holistic Agriculture Development Programme (HADP) aimed at strengthening the sheep husbandry and wool sector in Jammu and Kashmir. The meeting held a detailed assessment of the existing wool production ecosystem, infrastructure, processing and shearing facilities, HADP interventions, market linkages and value addition. It also deliberated on measures required to enhance the returns to sheep breeders and create sustainable livelihood opportunities for rural youth. Addressing the meeting, Javid Dar called for a comprehensive strategy to transform the wool sector of Jammu and Kashmir from a largely raw-material-based activity into a modern, value-added and market-driven industry. The Minister directed the concerned departments to identify the villages and clusters with a high concentration of livestock and substantial potential for wool production and develop them as specialised wool-production and processing clusters. He called for focused interventions in such areas, including capacity building, modern shearing practices, wool grading, processing, value addition, packaging and marketing. Emphasising the importance of improving the quality of locally produced wool, Javid Dar directed the department to organise specialised training programmes for the sheep breeders, rural entrepreneurs and youth in modern wool processing and allied activities. He stressed that improving quality at the production level, coupled with modern processing and effective marketing, would substantially enhance the economic value of J&K wool. The Minister laid special emphasis on youth engagement in the wool and livestock sector. He directed the officers to ensure that young people are provided adequate training, technology, financial assistance, infrastructure and market support to take up wool processing, value addition and allied enterprises as viable livelihood and entrepreneurial activities. He further directed for strict monitoring and regular performance assessment of Farmer Producer Organisations (FPOs) receiving financial assistance under different components of HADP. He called for ensuring that subsidies and government support are utilised effectively and translate into measurable improvements in production, productivity, value addition, employment and farmers' income. Javid Dar stressed the need for stronger convergence among the Sheep Husbandry Department, HADP, industry stakeholders, FPOs and other concerned agencies to establish an integrated wool value chain in Jammu and Kashmir. He called for greater emphasis on breeding, sheep health, scientific shearing, wool collection, grading, processing, value addition, branding and market linkages. He said that a well-developed value chain would not only increase the income of sheep breeders but also generate employment and entrepreneurial opportunities in rural areas. The wool industry has the potential to become a game changer for sheep breeders, farmers and rural youth, the Minister said, stressing that the sector must be developed as a commercially viable industry rather than being confined to traditional production practices. He directed the officers to ensure timely implementation of all approved HADP interventions, effective utilisation of funds and regular field-level monitoring besides undertaking periodic assessment of the economic impact of these interventions on sheep breeders.
Fire at open dump yard in Sholinghur
Every day, on an average, 15-20 tonnes of waste is dumped at the yard
In a first, Indias High Commissioner to Bangladesh meets U.S. Ambassador to India in Dhaka
The Ministry of External Affairs in Delhi has declined to provide any information about the meeting, a first in a foreign location, between the two envoys
Telangana High Court directs Hyderabad Police to preserve CCTV footage at Malakpet Police Station
Congress, BJD lash out at BJP government over medical PG exam paper leak incident in Odisha
Terming the alleged question paper leak incident as malpractice, the MKCG Medical College authority conducts probe
Vellore GH staffer suspended over bribery charge
The video of him demanding a bribe went viral on social media
Students in Tiruppur learn the vital role of tiger habitats in water security on World Tiger Day
Congress flags contesting claims made by police, counsel on stone-laden truck
Terming the accounts given by the police and the counsel a major contradiction, the Congress said the truck remaining parked near Jantar Mantar till July 25 was a massive security failure
HC directs Kochi Corporation to ready protocol on upkeep of footpaths
Corporation submits that remedial measures will be taken, and that not enough priority was given to pedestrians in the past
Man held for possession of unlicensed explosives in Vellore
A case was registered and special teams were formed to nab other suspects, who are absconding
Sunil Sharma Condemns Kulgam Terror Attack
Srinagar, July 31, 2026: Leader of Opposition in the Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly, Sunil Sharma, on Friday strongly condemned the terrorist attack in Kulgam district that claimed the life of a labourer from Chhattisgarh and left another injured. Describing the incident as a cowardly and barbaric act, Sharma said that targeting innocent civilians and labourers was an attack on humanity and an attempt to disturb peace and normalcy in Jammu and Kashmir. Sharma strongly condemned the heinous terrorist attack, stating that such acts of violence have no place in a civilised society and that those responsible must be brought to justice at the earliest. Expressing condolences to the bereaved family, Sharma prayed for eternal peace for the deceased and wished a speedy recovery to the injured labourer. He urged the security forces to intensify anti-terror operations and ensure that those behind the attack are identified and brought to justice. Sharma also appealed to the people of Jammu and Kashmir to remain united against terrorism and not allow such incidents to disrupt communal harmony and peace. The entire nation stands with the victims family in this hour of grief. There is full confidence that our security forces will take decisive action against those responsible for this dastardly attack, Sharma added.
Two suspected Jaish-e-Mohammed operatives held in West Bengal
Police say they gathered inputs on the movements of Suvendu Adhikari in Bardhaman last year
Satna MP seeks pilot project to extract fertilizer-grade potash from cement waste
MP Ganesh Singh stated in Parliament that the Russia-Ukraine war and global sanctions had led to an increase in global potash prices
India risks complicity in Israels war crimes in Gaza, Amnesty report reveals
The findings illustrate that India failed to regulate the export of arms to Israel by several private munition manufacturers
Jaishankar calls Araghchi, as maritime risks persist in the Strait of Hormuz and the Black Sea
Indian sailors manning merchant vessels have died in attacks on commercial shipping, caught in the cross-hairs between the United States and Iran, and between Russia and Ukraine
Lung cancer accounts for 6% of cancer cases in Karnataka; tobacco remains biggest risk factor
Hubballi-Dharwad Municipal Corporation Commissioner Rudresh Ghali on Friday directed Larsen & Toubro, the agency implementing the 24/7 water supply project, to issue water bills to consumers immediately after providing connections, saying the delay was resulting in revenue loss to the civic body
U.S. lawmaker urges Taiwan to pass drone Bill, warning 'time is short'
China claims Taiwan is part of its territory and has threatened to use force to seize it. Taiwan has ramped up its defence spending in recent years, but remains reliant on U.S. security support to deter Beijing
Medical courses: Aug. 3 last date to enter NEET roll number
Myanmar's President outlines policy road map, criticises ASEAN peace plan
President Min Aung Hlaing said he would spend two years accelerating efforts to build a modern and developed nation based on democracy and a federal system, followed by another three years carrying out build-up at full speed.
Ensure no child is deprived of education, Kalaburagi Deputy Commissioner tells officials
Kalaburagi Deputy Commissioner reviews implementation of Prime Ministers 15-Point Programme for minorities
Seminar on computer vision, forensic handwriting analysis
Amid pellet gun row, CRPF chief asks RAF personnel to serve nation with dedication
At the headquarters of 103 Battalion, RAF, CRPF DG G. P. Singh paid tributes at the Martyrs Memorial, given a guard of honour
Bharathiar University in Coimbatore awaits approval for 15 new patents
Girl Injured After Being Hit by Speeding Bike at Tengpora Bypass
Srinagar, July 31: A teenage girl was injured after being struck by a motorcycle at Tengpora Bypass in Srinagar on Friday evening, while the rider also sustained injuries in the accident. According to reports, a Pulsar motorcycle (Registration No. JK05E-0293), ridden by Nazim Ashraf, hit the girl, whose identity has been withheld. The impact left both the pedestrian and the biker injured. Police personnel from Police Post Tengpora, assisted by local residents and CRPF personnel, immediately rushed to the scene and shifted both the injured girl and the rider to JVC Hospital for treatment. Hospital sources said both are undergoing treatment. Police Post Tengpora has taken cognizance of the incident and initiated an investigation to ascertain the cause of the accident.
Gen Z artists send out a message fromMadaSquare inThiruvanmiyur
On July 25, while the Gen Z cockroaches grabbed the headlines from Jantar Mantar in Delhi, a bunch of artists from the same generation in Chennai were using their artworks to stir peoples conscience. The curator of the exhibition, 18-year-old Samrutha SB on the why of it
The company's gross margin was 50.1%, including a favourable impact of approximately 2% points from tariff refunds
GAIL net profit more than doubles with enhanced profitability from natural gas marketing
LG Manoj Sinha Condemns Kulgam Terror Attack, Orders Intensified Anti-Terror Operations
Srinagar, 31st July, 2026: The Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha has strongly condemned the brutal terror attack on labourers in Kulgam. The Lieutenant Governor spoke with the Director General of Police, J&K and top security officials. He has directed the security forces to step up their operations and eliminate the terrorists. The Lieutenant Governor wrote on X:I spoke with the DGP, Shri Nalin Prabhat and top security officials following the brutal terrorist attack in Kulgam in which a labourer from Chhattisgarh was killed. I strongly condemn this cowardly act. I have directed our security forces to step up their operations and eliminate the terrorists. J&K Police and Security forces have cordoned off the area and launched an operation to bring the perpetrators to justice. Another injured labourer from Chhattisgarh has been rushed to the hospital for urgent medical care. My deepest condolences to the bereaved family and I am praying for the speedy recovery of the injured. J&K administration and the entire nation stand with the families.
Watch: Anbumani urges CM Vijay to meet PM Modi with all-party Cauvery delegation
Watch: History of Cauvery water-sharing talks between Tamil Nadu and Karnataka
Archived records from The Hindu show that in the mid-1980s, then-Chief Minister M.G. Ramachandran, or MGR, repeatedly sent senior ministers to Karnataka to seek the release of Cauvery water to protect paddy crops in the delta region. We look back at past diplomatic efforts between the two neighbouring States over the sharing of Cauvery waters.
Complicit in Gaza genocide? MEA responds to Amnesty report on Indias arms exports to Israel
Two arrested for murdering youth in brawl near Coimbatore
TNPDCL assistant engineer arrested for bribery in Salem
CBI takes over investigation in Armstrong murder case
The agency stepped in after the Tamil Nadu government withdrew its Special Leave Petition in the Supreme Court; the BSP leader was hacked to death by a gang two years ago
A global Centre of Excellence to come up in Coimbatore for research on sugarcane
The CoE will work on developing new varieties that will have higher yield and sugar recovery, enhanced tolerance to drought, flood, salinity, and heat stress, improved resistance to major diseases and pests
Man undergoing treatment after fall into sewer in Salem dies
Spain's PM blames Ceuta migrant influx on criminal networks manipulating recent court ruling
A Spanish Supreme Court ruled earlier this month that immediate returns of migrants crossing the border illegally did not apply to those arriving by sea
22nd Erode Book Festival begins with 230 stalls
The festival, organised jointly by the School Education Department and Makkal Sinthanai Peravai, has brought together 230 publishers from across the country and will continue till August 11
DGMA seeks Navys help to survey MSC Elsa 3 wreck site
Request follows Kerala High Court directive to examine deployment of Navy for independent assessment of seabed damage; Navy asked to assess feasibility of examining wreck, submerged containers and potential risks from hazardous cargo; DGMA seeks early response on feasibility, methodology and timeline ahead of High Court hearing on August 11
Cabinet approves scheme to promote floating solar plants
The Pradhan Mantri Surya Sarovar Yojana targets 5,000 MW of installations on water bodies by 2030-31
Centre extends PM-Kisan for four more years, allocates 3.15 lakh crore
The Government said it has transferred more than 4.47 lakh crore directly into farmers bank accounts through 23 instalments under the scheme, which was launched in February 2019.
