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Rapid Development of AI Technology in China

Beijing, July 21: The Chinese State Councils news office held a briefing on Monday. During this event, Wang Weiming, the chief engineer of the Mi

Morning Brief Podcast: Of Movements And Math

Special Train for Pilgrims Launched Under Maharashtras Chief Minister Yatra Scheme

Mumbai, July 21: The Maharashtra government has launched a special pilgrimage train to Bodh Gaya under the Chief Minister Yatra Scheme. Approxima

US imposes new 50% tariffs on a wide range of Canadian products

The United States is imposing a 50% tariff on many Canadian goods. This follows Canada's alleged discriminatory treatment of American cars and al

Bihar Congress Launches Campaign to Address Student Issues Amid Exam Crisis

Mumbai, July 21: The Bihar Congress has announced an intensified campaign focusing on student-related issues across the state. Bihar Congress Pre

Leopard Attacks Three in Rajasthan Liquor Store

Jaipur, July 21: Panic ensued in the Todaraisingh town of Tonk district, Rajasthan, when a leopard entered a liquor store, attacking three indivi

Landslide claims childs life in Ri-Bhoi

Orange alert sounded for East Khasi Hills; heavy rainfall expected NONGPOH/SHILLONG, July 20: A child was killed and three others injured when la

HC seeks state affidavit on Shillong Airport expansion work

SHILLONG, July 20: The High Court of Meghalaya has directed the state government to file a detailed affidavit outlining the progress and roadmap

James Sangma takes oath as RS member

SHILLONG, July 20: National Peoples Party (NPP) national working president James Pangsang Kongkal Sangma was on Monday sworn in as Meghalayas lon

France, Mlaya eye stronger sports and cultural ties

SHILLONG, July 20: France and Meghalaya are exploring deeper cooperation in sports and cultural exchange, with focus on athlete and coach exchang

Zhao Leji Meets with Thailands Prime Minister to Strengthen Bilateral Ties

Beijing, July 20: Zhao Leji, Chairman of the Standing Committee of the National Peoples Congress of China, met with Thailands Prime Minister, Anu

70 detained, 118 cops and 60 marchers Injured: Police block protesters' march to Parliament; JP Nadda meets CJP representatives

A protest by the Cockroach Janta Party demanding a minister's resignation turned chaotic. Protesters clashed with police, resulting in numerous i

Sketchy: HC on Byrnihat pollution report

SHILLONG, July 20: The Meghalaya High Court on Monday described the State Health Departments status report on the Byrnihat pollution crisis as sk

US Slams Dangerous China Action In Sea Clash With Philippines Navy

Washington on Monday condemned what it called dangerous and aggressive action by China, whose personnel are accused of injuring a Filipino sailor

HC quashes POCSO case citing matrilineal traditions

SHILLONG, July 20: Prioritising social realities over rigid prosecution, the High Court of Meghalaya has quashed a POCSO case against an East Gar

Newborn found in NGH river; her parents yet to be located

SHILLONG, July 20: Five days after a newborn girl was found floating in the Rongdal River, North Garo Hills Police are struggling to identify her

Rajasthan Elections to Follow High Court Directives, Says Law Minister Jogaram Patel

Jaipur, July 21: Law Minister Jogaram Patel announced that the municipal and panchayat elections in Rajasthan will be conducted in accordance wit

Shillong launches rabies-free pilot

SHILLONG, July 20: Meghalaya has launched a pilot One Health initiative in Shillongs Laitumkhrah area, aimed at eliminating dog-mediated human ra

Police suspect murder angle as missing elderly Jakrem woman found dead

MAWKYRWAT, July 20: A 16-day search for a missing 76-year-old woman from Jakrem ended in tragedy on Monday when her body was discovered in a remo

Significant Progress in Development of State Logistics Centers in China

Beijing, July 20: The China Logistics and Purchasing Federation has recently released a report on the creative development of state logistics cen

Flash floods kill at least 20 in Afghanistan and leave more than 100 missing

Unfortunately, severe floods today in Parun city and several other areas of Nuristan Province have caused heavy loss of life and property among o

27 Dead, 83 Missing From Capsised Guyana Ferry

At least 27 people are dead and 83 more are missing after a ferry capsized off the coast of Guyana over the weekend, Prime Minister Mark Phillips

Tiago Torres Secures First ATP Win at Estoril Open

Cascais, July 21: Tiago Torres, a Portuguese wildcard ranked 427th in the ATP standings, made an impressive start at the 2026 Millennium Estoril

Telangana Launches Indiramma Indlu Scheme to Provide Affordable Housing

Hyderabad, July 21: The Telangana government has officially launched the Indiramma Indlu scheme aimed at providing affordable housing for the eco

PM Modi Approves Projects Benefiting 12 Districts: Punjab BJP Chief Dhillon

Chandigarh, July 21: Punjab Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) President Keval Singh Dhillon announced on Monday that Prime Minister Narendra Modis rec

Political Controversy Escalates Following Sanjay Rauts Remarks on CJI

Mumbai, July 21: A political storm has erupted following comments made by Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut regarding Chief Justice of India (CJ

Tamil Nadu Dairy Farmers Demand Increase in Aavin Milk Purchase Prices

Chennai, July 21: Dairy farmers in Tamil Nadu are urging the state government to revise the purchase prices set by Aavin for milk. They argue tha

J&K floods: Lal Chowk flooded, Amarnath yatra stays suspended

Heavy rainfall inundated Srinagar's Lal Chowk and other city areas on Monday morning. Netizens criticized the government over the drainage system

Odisha Chief Minister Announces Financial Aid for Families of Deceased Pilgrims

Bhubaneswar, July 21: Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Chara Majhi announced a financial aid of 10 lakh for each family of the two pilgrims who tragic

Irans Ghalibaf Responds to US Aggression: We Understand Their Moves Well

New Delhi, July 21: Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf has sharply criticized the recent attacks and statements from the United

Six killed in floods, landslips in Northeast

Railway authorities cancelled, diverted, or short-terminated several passenger train services in Assam. At least 25 people have been killed acros

Wes Streeting Named New UK Defence Minister

Britain's new Prime Minister Andy Burnham named ex-health minister Wes Streeting as his defence secretary late Monday, the government said, as mi

Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary flags off special train carrying 1,100 pilgrims to Somnath Dham

Bihar government will bear the entire cost of the seven-day pilgrimage. Free pilgrimage will take place from July 20 to 26

Political Tensions Rise Over Ram Temple Donations: Daya Shankar Singh Responds

Ballia, July 21: Political rhetoric has intensified regarding the theft of donations meant for the Ram Temple. In response to letters from Congre

Kemar Roach Honored for 300 Test Wickets at Kensington Oval

Bridgetown, July 21: West Indies fast bowler Kemar Roach has reached a significant milestone by claiming his 300th Test wicket during a match aga

Assam unveils mission to convert Muga silk waste into high-value yarn

Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma says that about 40% of the cocoons yielding the golden silk currently go unused due to the absence of proper p

ED provisionally attached 389 immovable properties worth 240.03 Crore

ED initiated investigation on the basis of multiple FIRs registered by the Uttar Pradesh Police and the Delhi Police against BIIPL, GVCTPL, Satin

Psychology says people who still send handwritten letters to people aren't disconnected from modern life: What this habit reveals about emotions, relationships and communication?

Psychology says people who still send handwritten letters to people aren't avoiding technology. Research suggests this habit may reflect emotiona

118 Cops Injured, 70 Detained After CJP Protest Turns Violent In Delhi

CJP Protest: Police said around 70 protesters have been detained and legal proceedings have been initiated.

BMC BJP corporator demands regular audit of the birth registration

Several corporators highlighted that the delay in birthday certificates is derailing study-abroad plans, visa applications for scores of resident

NHRC Takes Notice of Allegations of Abuse in Rajasthan School

New Delhi, July 21: The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has taken cognizance of reports alleging that students at a government school in

India to Strengthen Trade and Strategic Partnership with Panama: S. Jaishankar

New Delhi, July 21: Indias External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar announced on Monday that India aims to enhance its relationship with Panama. H

African proverb of the day: 'Born by the fire and die...' Life lessons from motivational proverb on consequences, environment, lifestyle, destructive emotions and fate

African proverb of the day highlights the saying, Born by the fire and die by the fire. The proverb explains how actions, environment, lifestyle

PM Modi Expresses Condolences on the Passing of Former PM Deve Gowdas Wife, Chenamma

New Delhi, July 21: Former Prime Minister H.D. Deve Gowdas wife, Chenamma, was laid to rest with full state honors on Monday at the foothills of

Paytm Achieves Record EBITDA of 203 Crore in Q1 FY2027

Mumbai, July 21: Indias leading merchant payment company, Paytm (One 97 Communications Limited), announced its financial results for the quarter

World Cup belongs to all of Spain, says match-winning Torres

Ultimately, the goal belongs to 47 million people not just me or the 26 players, said Torres, referring to Spains approximate population

Discriminatory Treatment: US Imposes New 50% Tariffs On Certain Canadian Goods

US President Donald Trump signed orders Monday to impose new 50-percent tariffs on some Canadian goods, citing discriminatory treatment in the ar

Support for Vande Mataram Bill Grows Amid Calls for Legal Action Against Dissenters

Azamgarh, July 21: The proposed Vande Mataram bill has sparked diverse reactions across the country. In Azamgarh, Uttar Pradesh, Muslim community

Youth full of aspirations, want country to move forward: PM Modi

Prime Minister Modi urged opposition parties to use logic and facts in Parliament. He highlighted India's youth aspirations and recent national a

Political Tensions Rise Ahead of Martyrs Day in Kolkata

Kolkata, July 21: Political rhetoric has intensified ahead of Martyrs Day, celebrated on July 21 in West Bengal. Minister Dr. Indranil Khan has r

Government Urged to Address Student Demands, Avoid Political and Religious Lens: Waris Pathan

Mumbai, July 21: Political reactions continue to emerge regarding the student protests at Jantar Mantar and the proposed Vande Mataram bill. Wari

Global urea prices ease after May spike, fall 40% in June

Urea prices fell significantly in June, offering government relief after earlier increases. International urea prices were $572 per tonne, down f

Rudi Garcia is not continuing as Belgium coach after reaching World Cup quarterfinals

Rudi Garcia is not continuing as Belgium coach after failing to reach agreement with the countrys soccer federation on a contract extension

Gujarat Forest Officer Dies in Road Accident While Pursuing Wood Smugglers

Surat, July 21: A Range Forest Officer (RFO) tragically lost his life in a road accident while chasing wood smugglers in the Tapi district of Guj

FBI New York HQ attack: Terror probe launched after incendiary device thrown; suspect in custody

Lara calls for celebration of 'father figure' Sobers

Among his many achievements, Sobers's 365 not out against Pakistan in 1958 stood as the highest individual innings in Test cricket for 36 years

Rahul Gandhi claims PM Modi most anti-youth PM India has seen

Opposition leaders criticized Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his government's actions. They condemned the crackdown on young protesters marchin

Quote of the day by Carol Burnett: 'Adolescence is just one big...' Life lessons from motivational quote on awkwardness, physical insecurities and overwhelming emotional changes

Quote of the day by Carol Burnett reminds people that adolescence is a period filled with physical changes, emotional struggles, and self-doubt.

Before you leave for vacation, put a coin in your freezer; here's the reason

A simple coin hack can reveal if your freezer lost power while you were away. Pour water into a cup and freeze it completely before placing a coi

Kevin Keegan, England soccer star who transcended the game with celebrity status, dies at 75

His death was announced on July 20 by his former club Newcastle, where he had been both a player and coach. Keegan revealed last month that he ha

Somali proverb of the day: 'If you cant resolve your problems in peace, you cant...' - this inspiring saying teaches life lessons on conflict resolution, cooperation, dialogue and why war is harder to end without peace

Somali proverb of the day: A Somali saying highlights that peace is the first step to solving conflict. Resolving small disagreements peacefully

'ICE are not Nazis': Trump's border czar unloads on Democrats, warns against 'radical rhetoric'

Delhi violence not spontaneous, says BJP, blames Left

The BJP has blamed Left-affiliated student groups for protests and violence. Organised groups were also accused of instigating and mobilising cro

'See you in Court': Andrew Tate's lawyer blames Keir Starmer, calls UK s*x crime charges 'political'

Supreme Court proposes SIT probe into Ram Temple case

Bench tells petitioners not to play politics with the donation embezzlement case; complainants had sought a CBI probe and publication of all fina

US Launches New Round Of Strikes On Iran, Now 10th Nights In A Row

The United States military said late Monday it was carrying out its 10th consecutive night of strikes on Iran in a push to reopen the Strait of H

Woman Booked For Duping Belthangady Businessman Of Rs 87.22 Lakh

According to the complaint, the businessman came into contact with a 35 year old woman through a matrimonial application in May 2024.

Cockroach Peoples Party Meets Health Minister JP Nadda Amidst Unresolved Demands

New Delhi, July 21: Representatives from the Cockroach Peoples Party (CJP) met with Union Health Minister JP Nadda on Monday. The meeting was ini

Day 1 of Parliaments monsoon session washed out amid NEET, donation chori protests

The first day of Parliament's monsoon session was disrupted by opposition protests. Opposition parties raised concerns over various issues, inclu

El Nino: Officials Draft Contingency Plan To Mitigate Impact In Adilabad

The meeting, held at Utnoor, was chaired by K. Ilambarithi, the special officer overseeing El Nio preparedness in the region.

India: The Worlds Largest Democracy and Moldovas Trusted Friend, Says Maia Sandu

Chisinau, July 20: During President Murmus visit to Moldova, her counterpart, President Maia Sandu, hailed India as a reliable and significant fr

Methane Gas Leak in Sikkim Tunnel Collapse; 27 People Feared Trapped

Gangtok, July 21: A landslide in the under-construction Samardung tunnel in Sikkims southern district has led to a methane gas leak, raising fear

NHRC to Investigate Claims of Child Injury During Chalo Parliament Protest

New Delhi, July 21: The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has taken note of a complaint regarding the safety of children during the Chalo P

Class 11 Student Stabbed To Death In Delhi, 2 Accused Arrested: Cops

A 19-year-old Class 11 student was allegedly stabbed to death following a quarrel in Delhi's Kalkaji area on Monday, with police apprehending two

Tirupati Begins First Mango Pulp Exports To UK Under India-UK FTA

Jayabharath Reddy said the India-UK FTA had opened new export opportunities for horticultural products from AP.

Japanese proverb of the day: 'Water will always take the form of the...' - this inspirational saying teaches life lessons on flexibility, embracing change and why learning to adapt can help you grow

Japanese proverb of the day: Life constantly changes, requiring people to adjust their habits and approaches. This ability to adapt helps individ

Weather Forecast and Prayer Timings for Tuesday, July 21, 2026

Partly cloudy sky. Light to Moderate Rain/ Thundershowers accompanied with trong surface wind upto (30-40kmph) very likely to occur in parts of t

Gujarat Completes First Two Phases of 359 Crore Pavagadh Redevelopment Project

Gandhinagar, July 21: The Gujarat government is working on a 359 crore master plan to enhance infrastructure and facilities for pilgrims at the U

Naidu Reviews Arrangements For Bhogapuram Airport Inauguration

Reviewing the preparations with senior officials, the Chief Minister said the Prime Minister should be accorded a traditional welcome showcasing

CJP Chalo Sansad: 118 Cops, 60 Protesters Hurt In Clashes

Among the injured were officers of the ranks of Special Commissioner, Joint Commissioner, Additional Commissioner, Deputy Commissioner, Additiona

IT Tirupati Hosts BRICS Meet On Geospatial Technology

The fifth in a series, the meeting brought together delegates from, besides India, nations like Brazil, Russia, China, South Africa, Egypt, Ethio

J&K flood toll climbs to 28 as fresh deaths hit Poonch, Doda; rescuers dig through debris as rain threat persists

Torrential rain caused flash floods and landslides, killing twenty-eight people across Jammu division. Poonch reported twenty-three deaths, inclu

BJD Demands Judicial Inquiry into Deaths During Puri Rath Yatra, Blames Odisha Government

Bhubaneswar, July 21: The opposition Biju Janata Dal (BJD) has called for a judicial inquiry into the tragic deaths of devotees during the Rath Y

Jana Sena Leader Alleges Rs 100-Crore GVMC Tax Concession Scam

Murthy Yadav also alleged that the previous YSRC government facilitated Transferable Development Rights (TDRs) worth hundreds of crores by incorp

Aakar Patel | The Lessons That India Learns As Wangchuks Fast Scuttled By Govt

This year the government was compelled to accept that there was corruption in the matter and it cancelled the exam, inconveniencing over 20 lakh

Farmers March to Delhi Against India-US Trade Agreement, Accuse Government of Repression

New Delhi, July 21: Ahead of the proposed farmers protest in Delhi, farmer organizations have targeted the central government. They assert that t

Several hurt in crackdown on CJP Parliament march

Scores hospitalised with fractures, head and eye injuries; CJP leaders meet Nadda, demand Pradhans ouster; Wangchuk cites brutality, says will co

French Proverb of the Day: 'In the memory of a rose, no one has ever seen a gardener die!' A timeless lesson on perspective, time, and the limits of our experience

A French proverb highlights that personal experience does not define universal truth. Our understanding of the world is limited by our individual

Two youth die in motorcycle, van collision