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Boosting Soil Microbes through Natural Farming

Dr. Parveen Kumar* Today marks the anniversary of a historic letter sent by Dutch scientist Antonie van Leeuwenhoek to the Royal Society of Londo

UPI charges explained: Who pays, who doesnt and what it means for you | FAQs

After nearly six years of fully free UPI payments, a new Merchant Discount Rate (MDR) will apply to certain transactions from October 15 , after

18-yr-old Agniveer aspirant collapses after endurance run, dies

GVMC wards now officially increased to 120

The State government has issued the final Gazette notification completing the delimitation process and increasing the number of GVMC wards from 9

IISER Bhopal: Training scientists to cross disciplinary boundaries

From classrooms to advanced labs, institutes research provides insight for tackling climate, water and Himalayan challenges Rattan Singh Gill BHO

Nepal flash floods death toll reaches 1,399

The joint command of security personnel is continuing its search and rescue operations, with the number of missing people estimated to be 5,170

Sanju Samson reflects on competition with Vaibhav Sooryavnashi after match-winning knock against Afghanistan

Star India batter Sanju Samson stole the show in the second T20I against Afghanistan at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi. The keeper-batter

YSRCP warns of GVMC siege if water crisis persists in Vizag

Anantapur Needs Expansion to Improve Prospects of Being a Smart City

The proposed merger of surrounding panchayats is expected to strengthen Anantapurs case for inclusion in major central and state urban developmen

AICC to Conduct Training for Congress Sarpanches, Upa-Sarpanches

AICC's RGPRS to train Congress sarpanches and upa-sarpanches in Adilabad district on grassroots governance and government schemes.

Andhra Pradesh: Rayalaseema Reeling Under Summer-Like Heat, Temperatures Near 40C

High temperatures in September have raised concerns among farmers and residents, particularly in the drought-prone Rayalaseema: Reports

Vahana Sevas Begin With Pedda Sesha Vahanam in Tirumala

Sri Malayappa Swamys procession draws thousands of devotees along Tirumalas Mada streets

State Seeks GI for Khara Dupatta Tradition

The GI tag initiative, which was introduced on September 13, 2003, seeks to bring local products under a national identity and improve internatio

NCPCR summons Meta India head again, Capgemini VP as child abuse probes deepen

NCPCR summons Meta India head again on Sept 16 over child abuse ads; Meta now reports such cases to I4C. Capgemini also called.

Ayyanna Patrudu Visits Gandhis Phoenix Settlement Ahead of Commonwealth Conference

Ramgobin briefed the delegation on preservation efforts at the Phoenix Settlement and Pietermaritzburg Railway Station and the role of the Gandhi

Communities Adopt Clay Idols, On-Site Immersion

Hyderabad communities in Manikonda, Neredmet, Nagole and Saroornagar embrace clay Ganesha idols and on-site immersion to cut pollution.

NHRC Takes Action in Rajasthan After Disturbing Incident Involving Womans Assault

The NHRC has requested a report from Rajasthan officials regarding a womans assault and public humiliation in Banswara. NHRC Takes Action in Raja

Andhra Pradesh: FTPCCI, EAGLE To Launch Drug-Free India Short Film Contest

EAGLEs AP inspector-general of police Aake Ravikrishna and its state superintendent Swaroopa Rani agreed in principle to the proposal at a meetin

Heavy rain paralyses traffic in several parts of Bengaluru

Stop Road Mishaps

Despite assurances and campaigns launched by the people sitting at the helm for ensuring safety on roads, the situation in J&K is not improving a

Staff Crunch, Fund Deficit Cripple Iconic State Central Library in Afzalgunj

The Urdu section is being managed by one employee, while the Arabic and Persian sections have no dedicated staff.

Section 22A Leaves Over 22,000 Houses in Greater Hyderabad in Limbo

Properties across Sangareddy, Medchal-Malkajgiri and Rangareddy face hurdles in transactions

Six policemen suspended over death of pregnant woman; SP workers stage sit-in

Revanth To Offer Relief On Section 22A

The meeting discussed options to provide relief to genuine property owners affected by the prohibitory list, including the procedure to remove el

Child rights panel again summons Meta India MD, head over sexual abuse material case

Rajasthan Panchayat Elections: Reservation Lottery Postponed Amid Ongoing Urban Local Body Elections

Rajasthans Panchayati Raj Department has postponed the reservation lottery for upcoming elections due to ongoing urban local body election proces

'40 is not a plateau, but a launchpad': 360 ONE's Karan Bhagat says the best two decades are still ahead for todays young leaders

Karan Bhagat says that turning 40 marks a pivotal turning point in ones career. This milestone brings together experience, resources and the driv

Shaping dreams into destiny: Ajay Piramal shares six lessons for young leaders

Piramal Group chairman Ajay Piramal advised young leaders at an awards ceremony. He emphasized embracing adversity and making independent decisio

Study finds dual nerve blocks procedure may help people with treatment-resistant anxiety

New Bus Terminals In Hyderabad

Officials said outstation buses add to traffic in the city, particularly during morning and evening hours. The department is taking steps towards

RBI caveat in Bombay High Court limits bid to stall Tata Sons IPO

Plea in Bombay HC to ensure central bank is heard before any order on listing challenge

India's rising market power reshapes global debate over its trade policies

As India's economic weight and import demand rise, WTO members are increasingly scrutinising how its tariffs, export curbs, QCOs and domestic reg

Samsons rapid fifty powers India to T20I series win over Afghanistan

India secured a seven-wicket victory against Afghanistan in the second T20 match. Sanju Samson's quick half-century guided the Indian team to an

BJP Accuses Congress Of Corruption In Telangana

BJP Telangana president N. Ramchander Rao alleges widespread corruption by the Congress government, particularly in land-related matters.

Quote of the day by Seneca: 'Enjoy present pleasures in such a way as not to injure future ones.' Life lessons from inspiring quote on mindful moderation, reckless indulgence, peace, discipline, self-control, foresight and happiness

Quote of the day by Seneca, Enjoy present pleasures in such a way as not to injure future ones, focuses on moderation, self-control and foresight

Strict Action Against Food Establishments in Mumbai, Four Licenses Suspended

Mumbais food safety authorities suspend licenses of four establishments for severe hygiene violations. Pune division also sees similar actions. S

CRPF Revokes DIGs Suspension After Dismissal During CAPF Bill

The order was issued almost 20 days after the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) considered the merits of the case and directed the CRPF on August 27

These 3 zodiac signs could notice life getting easier after one important shift during the Sagittarius Moon on September 16

The Sagittarius Moon is associated with growth and expansion, but moving into a bigger chapter may first require letting go of whatever has been

Fatal Accident in Uttarkashi Leaves One Dead and Eleven Injured

A tragic vehicle accident in Uttarkashi resulted in one fatality and eleven injuries, prompting immediate rescue efforts. Fatal Accident in Uttar

No discussion in BJP to confer Bharat Ratna on PM Modi: Union Minister J P Nadda

Union Minister J P Nadda clarified that no discussions have taken place within the BJP about conferring the Bharat Ratna on Prime Minister Narend

Staff Recruited Post-July 2023 Seek Full 2nd PRC Benefits, Reject Cut-Off Trap

The Second PRC became due from July 1, 2023. TGDBTA said thousands of employees joined government service after that date through recruitment not

Fragmented rules complicate building safety oversight across Indian cities

Differing rules across states and cities, uneven adoption of the National Building Code, and weak enforcement have complicated construction overs

Praggnanandhaas life lesson from chess: 'Mistakes come in pairs'; why the 21-year-old grandmaster says your next move matters more than your last mistake

Life lesson from Praggnanandhaa: Grandmaster Rameshbabu Praggnanandhaa discusses the importance of learning from mistakes and making sound decisi

NCPCR summons Meta India MD and Head over child sexual abuse material ads, hearing tomorrow

The National Commission for Protection of Child Rights (NCPCR) has summoned Meta India MD and Head again to institute a formal inquiry to determi

Karnataka declares September 15 as Engineers Day, allows Er. prefix

The move recognises engineers role in shaping society and honours Sir M Visvesvarayas remarkable contributions to Karnataka and the nation.

Only 17% merchants willing to bear 0.4% MDR on UPI payments: Survey

LocalCircles survey finds 41% of merchants unwilling to bear any MDR on UPI payments above Rs 2,000, while 9% do not accept UPI payments

PM Modi Sends Early Birthday Wishes to Uttarakhand CM Dhami, Expresses Confidence in States Progress

Prime Minister Modi extends heartfelt birthday wishes to CM Dhami, emphasizing his role in Uttarakhands development and a stronger India. PM Modi

KNRUHS Releases Second-Phase MBBS Seat Allotment

Candidates under convenor and management quotas must report to colleges by September 19

Have old towels at home? Try these 5 simple and useful ways to reuse them instead of throwing them away

Transforming old towels into handy household items is an easy and creative DIY solution. With minimal effort, you can convert these discarded lin

India-U.S. armies begin Yudh Abhyas with focus on technology, interoperability

A key focus of the exercise is the use of technology in battlefield operations, with participating troops training in the employment of drones an

Delhi govt doubles monthly incentive for ASHA workers to Rs 6,000

Gupta chaired a Cabinet meeting where the decision to improve the monthly incentive was approved.

India's gold imports plunge 57.7% to $2.3 billion in August as overall imports rise 14.1%

Gold imports stood at $2.3 billion in August, compared with $4.16 billion in July, marking a steep month-on-month decline as well as a 57.7 per c

British Columbia journalist wins $275,000 defamation lawsuit after 77-day protest outside his Surrey home, he was harassed by cult-like China protest group

B.C. Supreme Court Justice Richard Hewson awarded Bing Chen Gao $275,000 in damages for the defamatory statements Yun Fei Zhu published about him

Taking a long-term approach for luxury growth in Indian market: Hilton

Candice D'Cruz, Vice President, Luxury Brands in Asia Pacific, Hilton said that the company was not going slower compared to its global rivals bu

Azharuddin reacts to IPS officer

Hyderabad: Telangana Minority Welfare Minister Mohammed Azharuddin on Tuesday, September 15, questioned the transfer of Bushra Bano, an Indian Po

Jalna pandal installs 108-kg silver Ganesh idol valued at Rs 4 crore

Ganeshotsav 2026 has seen a 108-kg silver idol of Lord Ganesh, coated with gold and valued at around Rs 4 crore, installed at a pandal in Jalna

Umar Khalids Prolonged Detention Without Trial Deemed Unjust, Says Waris Pathan

Waris Pathan criticizes Umar Khalids years-long detention without trial, calling for justice and fairness in the legal process. Umar Khalids Prol

In 1955, a 67-year-old mother of 11 Emma Grandma Gatewood set out with basic supplies; she became the first woman to complete a solo thru-hike of the Appalachian Trail

Ohio celebrates Emma Gatewood, the first woman to solo hike the Appalachian Trail. She completed the 2,055-mile journey in 1955 at age 67. Gatewo

Red light pole collapses in Delhi's Connaught Place, auto-rickshaw and scooter trapped underneath

Chaos broke out in Delhi's Connaught Place on Tuesday after a red light pole installed along the Outer Circle suddenly collapsed onto the road. A

Job Melas Can Build Interface Between Unemployed Youth, Job Market: Uttam

Unemployment among educated youth was one of the serious problems facing society, particularly the young people in rural areas: Irrigation minist

They knew it was Wuhan lab leak & yet': Ex-journo reveals how CBC sold COVID vaccine propaganda

Meet Sora Corro, the young California pianist who started playing at just 2 and went on to win major youth competitions before performing a piano concerto with an orchestra

Sora Corro, a young pianist, has secured numerous first-place competition victories. She has performed piano concertos with orchestras, showcasin

Two 13-year-old boys drown during immersion in Nagpur

The incident took place when local women gathered at the lake for the immersion rituals of Goddess Hartalika (Gaurai) idols. A group of local chi

Over 250 Vinayaka idols taken out on procession in Madurai

How do you involuntarily do it?: Sen. Kennedy grills Kash Patel over FBIs bizarre bestiality rule

Before throwing out a broom that leaves dust behind, try this simple salt, vinegar and hot water trick

Revitalizing bent broom bristles is easier than you think with this effective cleaning hack. Simply soak the bristles in a warm solution of salt,

TikTok review got 1 million likes; indie creator sold out comics overnight

A TikTok comic reviewers visit to an overlooked booth at Anime NYC gave indie creator Dare a major boost. His video about Dares Yoruba-inspired c

Haryana CM Highlights Benefits of Kishau Project for Yamuna Water Availability

Haryanas CM announces increased water availability from the Kishau Project, benefiting six states including Haryana and Delhi. Haryana CM Highlig

Kamareddy: Shabbir Ali Returns to Alma Mater, Secures `5 crore for ZPHS Makeover

The old structure would be replaced with a modern building equipped with upgraded classrooms, digital learning facilities and laboratories.

NCPCR again summons Meta India chiefs, Capgemini executive over child abuse allegations

Two separate hearings before the child rights panel on Wednesday will examine allegations involving Meta India and a Capgemini facility.

Ponnam Asks Hyderabad Agencies To Stay Alert As Rain Continues

For Hyderabad, the IMD has forecast light to moderate rain or thundershowers across all zones from September 17 to 19, although the citys impact-

AP Launches Drive Against Misuse Of Tramadol Injections

Officials said they found several empty and broken tramadol vials and used-syringes in oil palm plantations, particularly at Vegavaram village in

TTD Inaugurates Tirumala Heritage Exhibitions

Naadu-Nedu photo display highlights hill shrines transformation

CCPA fines Rapido 10 lakh over dark patterns; Uber, Ola under review

The consumer protection authority found Rapido's pre-ride prompts and pricing interface steered riders towards paying more while their bookings w

Udaipur Files : Accused Gets Bail from High Court After Seven Months in Jail

Udaipur: The accused in the much-discussed alleged video case, known as the Udaipur Files and linked to a BJP woman leader, has been granted bail

Tardy Babus Cost Telangana 4k-Cr Land

The Medcal-Malkajgiri district revenue authorities took their own sweet time to refer the case to the Advocate-Generals office and obtain his opi

Two Arrested in Jharkhand SSC CGL Exam Fraud Investigation

Two individuals were arrested in Ranchi for allegedly taking money to manipulate the Jharkhand SSC CGL exam results. Two Arrested in Jharkhand SS

Rajasthan man dies in horrific crash while driving SUV at 196 km/h, live streaming on Facebook | VIDEO

A 41-year-old man was killed in a horrific road accident in Rajasthan's Tonk district on Tuesday after the car he was driving crashed into a dump

DC Edit | Retail Inflation Rises, Act Now

Onion prices surged 48.27 per cent, garlic 43.6 per cent and ginger nearly 74 per cent because of an uneven monsoon. Though the prices of tomato,

Japanese Proverb of the Day: Hard work never betrays a timeless reminder that patience, consistency and dedication never go to waste, as every effort builds skills, strengthens resilience and paves the way for future growth and opportunities

Japanese proverb of the day: Sincere effort and dedication never go to waste, building valuable skills and resilience. Consistent effort always h

India vs Afghanistan 2nd T20I: Samson 57 Seals Series 2-0 in Delhi

India beat Afghanistan by 7 wickets in the 2nd T20I at Arun Jaitley Stadium. Sanju Samsons 57 off 22 and Nitish Reddys 3/24 seal the Friendship C

BJP to take up month-long Seva Sankalp Abhiyan from Sept. 17 to mark Modis 25 years of administration

Seven former Awami League ministers and functionaries given death sentence by International Crimes Tribunal in Dhaka

The verdict was delivered by a three-member tribunal of the ICT, consisting of Justice Nozrul Islam Chowdhury, Justice Md Manjurul Basit and Just

Samson's 57 off 22 establishes his role of preferred opener as India seal series

Sanju Samson showcased his incredible skills, leading India to a triumphant T20 series win against Afghanistan with a blistering fifty-seven runs

Rising crude oil, yields sour Nifty; expiry auction adds the sting

IT stocks emerge as bright spot, buck selloff; mid and smallcaps slide

Chief Medical Officer in Chhattisgarh Suspended for Misconduct Towards Female Health Officials

Chhattisgarhs Chief Medical Officer has been suspended following serious allegations of misconduct towards female health staff. Chief Medical Off

Where is he now?: Kash Patel pressed on Somali-born Minnesota Medicaid fraudster at Senate hearing

Where is he now?: Kash Patel pressed on Somali-born Minnesota Medicaid fraudster at Senate hearing

21 Kg Silver Seized From Gang Thieving Temples In AP, Karnataka

According to police, the gang targeted locked temples when there were no devotees or staff. The accused wore masks and gloves to avoid leaving an

Shaju S. takes charge as chairperson of Uralungal Labour Contract Co-operative Society

Telangana: Air Ambulance Traffic To Hyderabad Boosts Medical Tourism

The availability of specialised doctors, tertiary and quaternary care and advanced infrastructure is drawing patients to Hyderabad: Reports