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Iceland to Push Whaling Ban, Leaving Norway and Japan Isolated

Whaling in Iceland has sparked years of protests from animal welfare campaigners and Hollywood celebrities.

Concern grows over future of GIDS as faculty, researcher posts vacant

The national research institute funded byIndian Council of Social Science Research (ICSSR) and the state government is facing questionsas no perm

Three Arrested in Cyber Fraud Scheme Involving Washing Machine Spare Parts

Three individuals were arrested in New Delhi for a cyber fraud scheme that scammed a victim out of 150,000 through fake spare parts sales. Three

Pune Police probe fake Kurash certificate racket; 71 govt recruits under scanner

Police said the certificates were allegedly generated by falsely showing that taluka, district and state-level Kurash competitions had taken plac

Bombay HC seeks Centres stand on whether OCI holders can play in BCCI tournaments

The BCCI has decided that a player must hold a passport of India to take part in tournaments that bodies under the BCCI organise

Ex-Uttarakhand CM Harish Rawat Quits Congress Party Posts After ED Raids

I am a member of the Uttarakhand Pradesh Congress Committee's executive body and a permanent invitee to the Congress Working Committee at the nat

MP HC refuses to quash FIR against 4 in Damoh school hijab case

The Madhya Pradesh High Court has refused to quash an FIR registered against four former office-bearers and staff of a school in Damoh accused of

BRICS Summit Set to Boost Foreign Trade, Leaders Express Confidence

Leaders at the BRICS Summit in New Delhi express optimism about boosting foreign trade and economic ties among member nations. BRICS Summit Set t

Terror Probe: NIA Raids Multiple Locations Across Kashmir

SRINAGAR, Sep 12: The National Investigation Agency (NIA) on Saturday conducted searches at multiple locations across Kashmir as part of its ongo

India face Sri Lanka in Asia Cup final, with Shafali and Deepti key to title bid

India and Sri Lanka meet in the Women's T20 Asia Cup final on Sunday. Shafali Verma and Deepti Sharma are key players for the Indian team. Both t

BRICS Summit 2026: Congress calls for stronger Indian leadership, urges Modi govt to prioritise Global South

The Congress said India should provide moral leadership and strategic clarity to BRICS, while balancing its commitment to a rules-based internati

Former Indian cricketer Sreesanth

V Santhakumaran Nair, father of former Indian cricketer S Sreesanth, died at a private hospital here, family sources said on Saturday. He was 89.

Modi and Anwar Ibrahim Discuss Bilateral Cooperation in New Delhi Meeting

Indian PM Modi and Malaysian PM Anwar Ibrahim meet in New Delhi to enhance cooperation in trade, defense, and technology during BRICS Summit. Mod

Uttar Pradesh pushes sugarcane transformation with digital reforms, modern governance

The number of sugarcane farmers associated with the sector has also shown a steady increase over the years, reaching 48,03,084 bonded farmers in

KTR Criticizes Telangana CM Over Sexual Harassment Case Against BRS Legislators

KTR condemns Telangana CM for misuse of law in filing sexual harassment cases against BRS members, raising questions about police actions. KTR Cr

Hafiz Saeed In Pakistan, NIA Tells Jammu Court; Secures 2nd Non-Bailable Warrant

Jammu, Sep 12: Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) founder Hafiz Saeed, Indias most-wanted terrorist, is in Pakistan, the National Investigation Agency (NIA) t

KTR Criticizes Telangana CM Over Allegations Against BRS Legislators

KTR accuses Telangana CM of misusing law against BRS legislators while questioning the handling of past harassment allegations. KTR Criticizes Te

Delhi Police Arrests 3 over Pro-Khalistan Graffiti at Singhu Border

According to police sources, Pannun, the chief of the banned pro-Khalistan organisation Sikhs for Justice (SFJ), had also claimed responsibility

China Southern Airlines Resumes Direct Flights Between Delhi and Guangzhou Ahead of Xi Jinpings Visit

China Southern Airlines will restart direct flights from New Delhi to Guangzhou on September 21, marking a significant step in India-China connec

Pakistan: Over 1,900 Child Abuse Cases Reported In 1st Half Of 2026

Over 1,900 cases of violence and abuse against children were reported in Pakistan in the first six months of the year, a senior politician has sa

Business, Bilaterals & Global Conversations: PM Modi shares BRICS day 1 highlights

Delhi CM directs DCW officials to raise awareness on POCSO and cybercrime for girls

The Chief Minister said that willing NGOs, civil society organisations and resident welfare associations should be brought on board to expand the

Kalasalingam University Signs MoU With Three Firms

The MoUs were signed by Dr. Narayanan and industry representatives Ashik Shah Jahangeer, founder and CEO, TechShuttle; Vissweswer, DGM, and Vijay

SCOOP: Aamir Khan, Sajid Nadiadwala and R. Balki discussing an ambitious superhero film

Last year, Aamir Khan was discussing a Pan-India superhero film with Tamil director Lokesh Kanagaraj. Multiple meetings and narrations happened o

Saudi Arabia has few options as it faces mounting threats from Iran, its allies

US President Donald Trump seems reluctant to widen an already unpopular and stalemated West Asia war ahead of congressional elections

EXCLUSIVE: Dr Sharad Bhutadiya aka Drishyams Martin Uncle speaks highly of Ajay Devgn: Hes very cool; doesnt do show-off and treats everyone equally; yeh aaj kal nahin dekhne ko milta hai

Bollywood Hungama travelled to Goa earlier this week for the trailer launch of the much-awaited Drishyam The Conclusion. Soon after we reached ou

Mona Vasu joins Jagadhatri as a police officer, promises a refreshing TV drama

Mona Vasu joins Jagadhatri as a cop, marking a new phase in her television journey. The actor says the show stands apart from conventional saas-b

Xi Jinping arrives in India for BRICS Summit, set to hold key bilateral talks with PM Modi today

Chinese President Xi Jinping arrived in New Delhi on Saturday to attend the 18th BRICS Leaders' Summit, marking his first visit to India in nearl

CBSE Date Sheet 2027: Class 10th, 12th Exam Schedule Expected Soon, Check Details

CBSE Date Sheet 2027 for Class 10 and 12 is expected in November or December 2026. Check the latest updates and what students should know.

iPhone sale starts today in India: Check iPhone 18 Pro, iPhone Pro Max price, features, specs, comparison with US, Dubai and other places

Apples iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max are priced significantly higher in India than in several international markets, with the US offering t

BRICS Summit 2026: What Is BRICS? When Was It Formed, Members, Objectives

BRICS Summit 2026: BRIC was formalised at the first meeting of BRIC Foreign Ministers on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly (UN

GV Prakash Kumar Replaces Thaman In Aadarsha Kutumbam?

The film stars Srinidhi Shetty as the female lead, while Nivetha Pethuraj, Yuvina, Raj Prajwal, Rao Ramesh, Satya and Brahmaji play key roles.

TMC faction war reaches ECI as Ritabrata Banerjee-led delegation arrives in Delhi

A rebel Trinamool Congress faction met the Election Commission regarding party leadership. The delegation, led by Ritabrata Banerjee, sought reco

Three arrested in anti-BRICS Summit graffiti case in Delhi

Delhi Police arrested three individuals for graffiti at Singhu Border. The accused allegedly acted on behalf of Sikhs for Justice. Police examine

Amjed Ullah Khan calls Akbaruddin Owaisi

Hyderabad: All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM) floor leader Akbaruddin Owaisis remarks on a students Economically Backward Class (EBC)

Oracle To Spend Another $700 Million On Job Cuts Amid AI-Led Cash Crunch

The company also disclosed a new share trading program for Chairman Larry Ellison, who owns about 40 per cent of Oracle's stock. The plan, which

Mumbais Mithi River Gets Rs 1,800-Crore Flood, Sewage Control Project; Completion Target December 2029

West Bengal Bypolls: Congress Names Candidates for Rejinagar, Nandigram

The Congress named Mohammed Abdullahil Kafi and Milan Pradhan as its candidates for the by-polls to the Rejinagar and Nandigram assembly constitu

India Prepares for Asian Games 2026: A Look at Past Achievements and Future Aspirations

India has a rich history in the Asian Games, aiming for more medals in the upcoming 2026 event in Japan. India Prepares for Asian Games 2026: A L

Singappens Ramp Up Protection of Women, Children

As part of its awareness and preventive initiatives, the SSF conducted 3,484 awareness programmes involving school and college students, the gene

Alluri District: Heavy Rains Wash Away Bridge, Tribal Residents Struggle For Essentials

Tribal residents have urged the authorities to take immediate steps to restore connectivity and reconstruct the bridge at the earliest.

How Salim Ali, A Curious Boy, Became The

A childhood encounter with an unusual bird led Slim Ali to study Indias birds, popularise birdwatching and champion their habitats.

BRICS: PM Modi meets Abu Dhabi Crown Prince

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a bilateral meeting with Abu Dhabi Crown Prince Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, at Hyderabad

PM Modi holds bilateral meeting with Ethiopian Prime Minister

Both leaders exchanged perspectives on regional and international developments of mutual interest and reaffirmed their commitment to close cooper

Oracle Plans More Job Cuts, Adds $700 Million To Restructuring Costs Amid AI Spending

Oracle is reportedly under financial strain from an expensive expansion of AI data centres built for customers including OpenAI, having already b

Dorothy: Karthik Subbarajs film gets standing ovation during world premiere at TIFF

The film features a soundtrack composed by Ilaiyaraaja and stars Keerthy Suresh, Sananth and Rishikanth in pivotal roles

Column | Elephants always have right of way

Putting a fence on a man-made boundary doesnt separate it from the rest of the planet

Insurance company rejected Rs 3 lakh mediclaim saying it was an obesity treatment; court found the surgery also treats high BP, weight gain, knee pain; insurer ordered to pay Rs 3.5 lakh

An insurance company rejected a Rs 3.2 lakh mediclaim by calling a weight loss surgery an obesity treatment excluded under the policy. The Ernaku

Saudi Arabia has few options amid mounting threats from Iran, its allies

A lightning advance by Houthi rebels threatens a crucial Red Sea shipping route. Drone attacks blamed on Iraqi militias have forced the closure o

BRICS leaders meet in India as wars and U.S. tensions test the bloc

The summit highlights Indias effort to maintain strategic ties with Russia and Iran while deepening relations with the U.S. and Europe.

Lady Gaga Welcomes First Child With Fianc

Pop superstar Lady Gaga welcomed her first child with fianc Michael Polansky, US media reported Friday.

Palghar hospital violence: MLAs son, 13 others arrested; HC slams lax, ridiculous probe

The action taken by the Palghar police appeared to be merely superficial and seemed to have been carried out in a manner that would ultimately be

Forex Reserves Jump $45 Billion

'This rise in foreign exchange reserves was expected given the amount of FCNR(B) flow.'

NIA says Hafiz Saeed is in Pakistan, secures second warrant in 2 months

LeT founder Hafiz Saeed, India's most-wanted terrorist, is in Pakistan, the NIA told a Special Court in Jammu, securing a second non-bailable war

Sexual consent in India: weve learned the vocabulary, but what about the behaviour?

Recent research and conversations with Indian men and women reveal the gap between knowing the language of consent and understanding what it actu

Indian Naval Ship INS Sudarshini Hosts Italian Navy Chief, Strengthening India-Italy Maritime Ties

The Indian Navys training vessel INS Sudarshini hosted the Italian Navy chief, enhancing maritime cooperation between India and Italy. Indian Nav

Ameeshas home robbed of Rs 5 lakh gold-diamond jewellery

Odisha secures investment proposals worth 2.43 lakh crore during UAE outreach

Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhis outreach in Abu Dhabi and Dubai led to 24 MoUs and investment intents after 32 investor meetings and round-tab

BRICS Summit in New Delhi: A Platform for Global South Collaboration

The 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi highlights the emergence of the Global South and fosters dialogue among member nations. BRICS Summit in New De

Bihar's Sattu, Makhana Land In BRICS Welcome Kit, CM Says 'Flavours Are Reaching The World'

Bihar CM Samrat Choudhary praised inclusion of sattu and makhana in BRICS Summit welcome kits, highlighting Bihar's culinary heritage globally.

'Have we produced a batter like Sooryavanshi?': Akram on Pakistan's batting crisis

Wasim Akram voiced concern over Pakistan's lack of batting talent emerging from their system. He questioned the Pakistan Super League's decade-lo

Saudi Arabia faces fresh Red Sea threat as Houthi gains, pipeline shutdown rattle kingdom

Houthi rebels are advancing, threatening a vital Red Sea shipping route. Drone attacks have forced a major pipeline closure, impacting global mar

27 gangsters brought to India from abroad by Haryana Police: DGP Ajay Singhal

Haryana Police have successfully deported or extradited twenty-seven gangsters from abroad. The Special Task Force has intensified its actions ag

BJD Moves HC Against Speaker's Decision in Odisha Cross-Voting Case

BJD chief whip and senior MLA Pramila Mallik said on Saturday that she had filed a writ petition before the High Court

Teachers Protest in Lucknow Demanding Justice and Meeting with Chief Minister

Over 68,500 teacher recruitment candidates protested in Lucknow, seeking a meeting with the Chief Minister to address reservation issues. Teacher

After O.P. Bhatt, Coforge NRC chair D.K. Singh resigns amid board tensions

Coforge refuted DK Singhs claims as unfounded and an afterthought, saying his resignation followed an internal audit review that flagged governan

After O.P. Bhatt, Coforge NRC chair D.K. Singh resigns amid board tensions

Coforge refuted DK Singhs claims as unfounded and an afterthought, saying his resignation followed an internal audit review that flagged governan

China's No. 2 is coming to India. Who is Xi Jinping's powerful aide Cai Qi?

China's No. 2 is coming to India. Who is Xi Jinping's powerful aide Cai Qi?

PM Modi holds bilateral talks with Malaysia's Anwar Ibrahim at Hyderabad House

Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 12 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Malaysian counterpart, Anwar Ibrahim, held a bilateral meeting at Hy

India shaping next chapter of digital financial journey: RBI

Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 12 (IANS) The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on Saturday said that India has unveiled key fintech innovations and init

Modi and Ethiopian PM Abiy Ahmed Hold Bilateral Talks in New Delhi

Prime Minister Modi and Ethiopias PM Abiy Ahmed discuss strengthening bilateral ties during their meeting in New Delhi ahead of the BRICS summit.

Maulana Moves Bombay High Court Against Maharashtra's New Anti-Conversion Law

Hyderabad CBI Court Sentences Cotton Corporation Official, Wife in DA Case

After completion of investigation, the CBI filed charge sheet against the accused on May 7, 2018. The court, after the trial, convicted and sente

'Always a big fan': Trent Boult picks KL Rahul as batter to watch in NZ Tests

Trent Boult, the former New Zealand bowler, predicts a tough challenge for India in the upcoming Test series. He highlighted KL Rahul and Yashasv

Karnataka in darkness due to govts inaction, claims BJP

Digital Desk | Bengaluru, Sep 12 (IANS) Senior BJP leader and Leader of the Opposition in the Karnataka Assembly, R. Ashoka, on Saturday criticis

Europe's Factories Brace for a Harsh Winter as Energy Costs Surge

The crisis compounds years of instability, pandemic disruption, the war in Ukraine, and a slow, troubled transition away from Russian gas. Audito

Harish Rawat Resigns from Congress Positions Amid Cash Seizure Controversy

Former Uttarakhand CM Harish Rawat resigns from Congress roles, citing concerns over party integrity after cash and jewelry seized from his assoc

Bihar Announces Major Stipend Hike For PG Medical Students, Check Details

The monthly stipend for first-year postgraduate medical students has been increased from Rs 82,000 to Rs 92,800. For second-year students, the st

Nagpur turns festive as centuries-old Marbat tradition unfolds with grandeur

Indus Valley, Mesopotamia shared genetic link beyond trade: BHU geneticist

Ancient DNA analysis confirms a genetic link between Indus Valley and Mesopotamian peoples. This research indicates human lineage traveled along

Minister S. Ramesh Says All TN Temples will be Renovated Within Five Years of TVK Rule

Ramesh inspected 12 Saivite temples and five Vaishnavite temples in the temple town of Kumbakonam as part of his preparatory works for Mahamaham,

Smart Garage Launches Green Initiative to Build a Sustainable and EV-Ready Automotive Aftermarket

New Delhi [India], September 12: As India accelerates its transition towards electric mobility, the automotive aftermarket is entering a new phas

'Different ways of worship: Dilip Ghosh defends Suvendu Adhikaris fish Bhog at temple

Digital Desk | Newtown, Sep 12 (IANS) West Bengal Chief Minister, Suvendu Adhikari, visited the Kalighat Temple on the occasion of Kaushiki Amava

Vietnam PM Le Minh Hung arrives in Delhi to attend 18th BRICS summit

Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 12 (IANS) Vietnamese Prime Minister Le Minh Hung arrived in New Delhi on Saturday to attend the 18th BRICS Summit.

Arhaan Khan Reflects on the Success of Bigg Boss 13: The More You Show, the More You Sell

Arhaan Khan discusses the authenticity and drama of Bigg Boss 13, highlighting its memorable contestants and the impact of social media on fame.

Lalbaugcha Raja 2026 darshan time, VIP Pass, ticket price, charan sparsh timing, live streaming and how to reach

Lalbaugcha Raja 2026 darshan will begin with Ganesh Chaturthi on September 14 and continue until Anant Chaturdashi on September 25. Heres a compl

South African President Ramaphosa meets Gautam Adani in Delhi during BRICS Summit

Hafiz Saeed in Pakistan, evading arrest, NIA tells Jammu court; second NBW issued

A Jammu Special NIA Court has issued a second non-bailable warrant against Lashkar-e-Taiba founder Hafiz Saeed, with the agency telling the court

Ganesh Acharya on working on qawwali with Anil Kapoor: We created something that complemented his jhakaas style

Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 12 (IANS) Choreographer Ganesh Acharya, who has worked with actor Anil Kapoor for the first time with a qawaali on Ind

CEO asks ex to return Rs 3.53 crore he spent on Hermes, Prada gifts, cites Rs 1.55 crore crdit card charges, Rs 12.8 lakh feng shui

TCI Express CEO Chander Agarwal lost his Singapore lawsuit seeking S$468,090 (about Rs 3.53 crore) from former girlfriend Felicia Lee after their