Modi to Visit Flood-hit Punjab, Himachal Pradesh on September 9

Confirming the Prime Minister's visit to Himachal Pradesh on September 9, state Leader of the Opposition Jai Ram Thakur on Sunday said that Mr Mo

Social Security September payment dates: This Wednesday retirees in this group will be paid

American retirees will receive Social Security benefits on September 10, 2025. This is for those born between the 1st and 10th of any month. The

1,000 New Beds to Come Up in Guntur, Kakinada GGHs

Health Minister Yadav cites boost to Mother and Child Healthcare in AP

Pay-Phone Facility for Students in 110 MJP Gurukul Schools

Initiative aims to ease homesickness for 40,000 BC students across 110 schools

Blood Moon Rises, Total Lunar Eclipse is an Opera in the Sky

The total lunar eclipse was visible from across Asia and parts of Europe, Africa and west Australia.

Bolsonaro supporters pack Brazil streets ahead of coup verdict

Thousands of Bolsonaro's supporters rallied in Brazil ahead of a Supreme Court decision on whether he attempted a coup after losing the 2022 elec

Encroachments, climate change may have led to Punjabs worst floods in decades

Opposition to Hold Drill for V-Poll Today

The vice-presidential election has been described by the Opposition as an ideological battle, even as the numbers are stacked in favour of the ru

Trump issues 'last warning' to Hamas to accept hostage deal

Donald Trump issued a final ultimatum to Hamas, urging them to accept a hostage release deal, claiming Israel has already agreed to his terms. Th

GST done, advisers bat for land, labour reforms

Experts advocate for process reforms, deregulation, and ease of doing business to propel India towards high growth. Key reforms include land and

With polls due in 2026, Bengal sees sharp rise in voter roll rejections

West Bengal faces scrutiny as over 2.43 lakh voter enrolment applications are rejected, primarily in bordering districts like North & South 24 Pa

Trump family nets $1.3 billion from two crypto deals

Donald Trump's family has rapidly amassed approximately $1.3 billion through two new crypto ventures, World Liberty Financial and American Bitcoi

View: Bhupen Da, a mighty river of timeless music that bridged cultures

Bhupen Hazarika's birth anniversary marks the start of his centenary celebrations, honoring his profound impact beyond music. His art gave voice

Kolkata woman alleges rape after being invited to birthday party; Police book two men

A 20-year-old woman in Kolkata has filed a police complaint alleging rape after attending a birthday party at her friend's apartment. She stated

Govt. pledges seamless aid as Yamuna continues to recede

Sirsa says affected families being provided prepared meals; AAP, Cong. highlight inadequate efforts

Waste crisis inparts of city as procedural delays lead to poor collection

Maoist commander with Rs 10 lakh bounty killed

In Chaibasa, Jharkhand, security forces killed Amit Hansda, a Maoist commander carrying a 10 lakh bounty, during an encounter. The operation, a j

US to target more businesses after Hyundai raid, top official says

The Trump administration plans to intensify immigration enforcement at workplaces, according to White House official Tom Homan, following a raid

TD Hopes to Make Super Six Meet a Huge Hit

CM, Dy CM, ministers, and leaders to address 3.5 lakh participants on Sept 10

DC Edit | National SIR Should Be Inclusive

The EC will do well to assess the exercise it has conducted in Bihar and take the right cues, not to mention heeding the advice of the Supreme Co

India & Iran to hold FO talks in Tehran; trilateral with Armenia soon

India and Iran are set to hold foreign office consultations in Tehran this week, following a phone call between their national security advisors.

Redevelopment of Ernakulam Town station to be completed by September next year

Work completed on the vacant space near the station, while the old station building, which is to be replaced with a new structure as part of the

Lokesh Seeks Support from Karnataka Mutt Samvit School for AP

The Mahasamsthana mutt is a prominent socio-spiritual centre with a legacy spanning over 1,800 years.

Nilgiris tea and the brewing of a crisis

The cost price issue of green tea leaves continues to haunt small growers

IMD Forecasts More Rains for North Coastal AP, Yanam

Heavy rains will continue on September 12 and September 13, the report stated.

Vice President Polls: BJD, BRS likely to abstain, YSRCP backs NDA nominee CP Radhakrishnan

With the vice-presidential election imminent, BJD and BRS are expected to abstain, aiming to maintain neutrality between the NDA and INDIA bloc.

GST 2.0 will empower young Indians

The reform will align fiscal policy with the aspirations of a young population

Vizags Underwater World Buzzing With Women Explorers

From beginners to divemasters, females are transforming the underwater adventure scene

2.43 lakh voter forms rejected in West Bengal: CEO

West Bengal faces scrutiny as over 2.43 lakh voter enrolment applications were rejected, primarily in bordering districts like North 24 Parganas

Be refined, ready for parliamentary debates: Modi to BJP MPs

Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged BJP MPs to improve their parliamentary conduct, conduct thorough research before debates, and actively partici

Towards a Digital state for J&K

Sir, The ongoing debate in Jammu and Kashmir around the restoration of statehood is understandable, given its symbolic value. However, past exper

National Database of Libraries

Sir, The Governments initiative, through the Raja Rammohun Roy Library Foundation, to create a national database of public libraries is a visiona

Israels SC says govt is not giving Palestinian prisoners enough food

Tel Aviv: Israels Supreme Court on Sunday ruled that the government has failed to provide Palestinian security prisoners with adequate food for b

Delhi CM flags off 52 trucks with relief material to flood-hit Punjab

India witnesses rare Blood Moon: 82 minutes of coppery-red lunar glory

Bengaluru: From Ladakh to Tamil Nadu, skywatchers turned their gaze towards the moon Sunday night to witness a rare Blood Moon or the total lunar

Bihar: Nearly 5% submit non-listed documents with voters forms

In poll-bound Bihar, a significant number of electors submitted non-prescribed documents during the Special Intensive Revision, leading to potent

Wildfires break out in Portugal, Spain

Hundreds of firefighters battled fresh wildfires in Portugal and Spain on Saturday, civil protection authorities said, following a summer of deva

Corrections and Clarifications September 8, 2025

Max Verstappen captures Italian Grand Prix in record time

Max Verstappen dominated the Italian Grand Prix, securing a record-breaking victory for Red Bull with an average speed of 155.791 mph. McLaren te

Its Prokofiev vs. Red Bishop in the Deccan Colts Championship Stakes

Manipur: Buzz on govt formation as BJP MLAs meet governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla

Ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's anticipated visit to Manipur on September 13, political activity intensifies. Former Chief Minister N. Bi

Thai tycoon takes office as PM after royal endorsement

Anutin Charnvirakul, known for his role in Thailand's 2022 cannabis decriminalization, has been endorsed as the new prime minister. He succeeds P

Bharat Bhushan | United Under Siege: Why RSS Rallied Behind Modi

Why then did the RSS and its political front, the BJP, feel the need to close ranks and end all speculation about a succession to Narendra Modi?

T.T.V. Dhinakaran hits out at Palaniswami and Nainar Nagenthran

The AMMK founder, who recently exited the National Democratic Alliance, labels them as opportunists and autocratic

Letters to The Editor September 8, 2025

Israeli foreign minister calls for Hamas' surrender as military pounds Gaza

Israel urged Hamas to surrender. Military strikes persist in Gaza City. Hamas refuses to disarm. They propose hostage release for peace. Strikes

Rolls and loopholes: on the Bihar SIR and Aland

The ECI should be proactive in correcting its systemic faults

T.N. Information Commission pulls up officials over missing land records

It directs State authorities to formulate a Standard Operating Procedure on file management

Vijayawada: Durga Temple Closed Due to Lunar Eclipse

Early morning services such as Suprabhata Seva, Khadgamala Puja, and Vastra Seva stand cancelled, with darshan resuming only after 8.30 a.m.

Conjuring: Last Rites box office collection: Horror sequel film shatters records at domestic, worldwide

Conjuring: Last Rites box office collection shows that horror film is being loved by audience.

Government Keeping Good Watch On Exchange Rates: Nirmala Sitharaman

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has said that the government is keeping a 'good watch' on exchange rates, stressing that besides rupee severa

General counsels step up as strategic leaders in India Inc

The role of general counsel in corporate India is evolving beyond traditional legal functions. Lawyers are increasingly taking on operational man

The making of an ecological disaster in the Nicobar

The Great Nicobar Island Project is a grave misadventure, trampling on tribal rights and making a mockery of legal and deliberative processes

Punjab Floods Death Count Rises To 48; Schools, Colleges To Reopen From Today

With two more persons losing their lives, the death count in Punjab due to devastating floods went up to 48 while crops on 1.76 lakh hectares hav

Man booked on charge of reckless horse ride; animal dies in accident

90% Of North Kashmir's Unmarked Graves Are Of 'Terrorists': Study

A new field study has challenged the long-standing mass grave narrative in north Kashmir, concluding that more than 90 per cent of the 4,056 unma

Flooded streets, empty sites: Gurgaon realty hits a snag

Gurgaon's infrastructure collapse, exacerbated by heavy monsoon rains and lack of dedicated development, has significantly impacted real estate s

Greying with grace: on the Sample Registration System Statistical Report

Changing population dynamics require a policy reorientation for governments

A complex turn in Indias FDI story

The situation where foreign firms are withdrawing funds after short-term profit gains and Indian firms are investing abroad highlights systemic l

IIIT-H Played Key Role in Building Adi Vaani

The initiative, launched under Janjatiya Gaurav Varsh to commemorate the 150th birth anniversary of Birsa Munda, was developed by a consortium le

8 injured after passenger auto overturns in Udh

Jammu Tawi, Sep 7: At least eight passengers were injured on Sunday afternoon after an auto passenger vehicle met with an accident at Sira Latti

Bengali hawkers labelled Bangladeshis, detained by UP cops

Around 18 migrant hawkers from Murshidabad, West Bengal, have been allegedly detained in Uttar Pradesh's Basti district, accused of being Banglad

Residents demand regulation of vendors to ease traffic congestion

Officials said a meeting will be conductedthis week to regulate vendors along arterial roads includingroads maintained by the Greater Chennai Cor

Cos reset sustainability goals amid extreme weather surge

Indian conglomerates like L&T, RPG Group, and Vedanta are intensifying sustainability efforts due to increased extreme weather events. These init

Hazratbal Emblem Row: MP claims 30 detained, J&K Police silent on probe

Srinagar, Sep 7: Even as J&K Police remains silent on investigations and purported detentions after the national emblem was vandalized by the rel

Govt promises humane jail stay for Mehul Choksi if extradited

The Indian government has assured Belgium that Mehul Choksi, accused in the PNB fraud, will be held in humane conditions at Mumbai's Arthur Road

Telangana Government, Indian Army Discuss Civil-military Cooperation

Lt Gen. Seth is visiting various Southern Command formations.

Congress seeks comprehensive relief package for flood-hit J&K

Jammu Tawi, Sep 7: The Congress on Sunday demanded that the Centre announce a comprehensive relief package for flood-hit Jammu and Kashmir and de

BJP-AIADMK alliance has created scope for vote theft in Tamil Nadu, says Chidambaram

Speaking at a conference on We will prevent vote theft, we will protect democracy, he charges that the Election Commission has become a puppet in

Youre going to find out: Trump hints US might strike inside Venezuela, days after deploying F-35 jets to Puerto Rico

Amid escalating tensions, the Trump administration is considering military action against drug cartels in Venezuela, prompting concerns about a p

LG calls for nanotech-based landslide warning sensors in Himalayas

Srinagar, September 7: Lieutenant Governor, Manoj Sinha addressed the inaugural session of the International Conference on Nanotechnology for Bet

Ganesh Immersion: 9 Dead, 10 Missing Across Maharashtra

NDRF and SDRF conduct searches across multiple districts; electrocution reported in Mumbai

50 held over Hazratbal shrine emblem row

Following the defacement of a national emblem plaque inside Srinagar's Hazratbal shrine, authorities have detained nearly 50 people for questioni

Over 2.68L Ganesh idols immersed in 40-hour yatra across Hyderabad

Police register five cases of minor disputes, arrest 170 people for misbehaving with women and detained several others for picking pockets

Dy CM announces 5-Marla Plots for rain-hit families

Jammu Tawi, Sep 7: Jammu and Kashmir Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Choudhary on Sunday conducted an extensive inspection of the rain-affected ar

Revanth Reddy Thanks Owaisi for Backing I.N.D.I.A. Bloc Vice Presidential Candidate

Justice Reddy will contest the Vice Presidential election against NDAs candidate, Maharashtra Governor C.P. Radhakrishnan, on September 9.

15,000 sanitation workers clear 11,200 tonnes of waste after Ganesh festival in Hyderabad

The sanitation drive covers procession routes, installation sites, immersion points and lake shores

Temporary Bridge eases movement of stranded tribal families in Kishtwar

Jammu Tawi, Sep 7: Authorities in Kishtwar district constructed a temporary wooden bridge on Sunday to facilitate the movement of stranded tribal

Railway Team inspects flood-hit bridge repairs in Jammu Division

Jammu Tawi, Sep 7 : A high-level team of officials headed by Divisional Railway Manager Vivek Kumar on Sunday inspected the ongoing repair work o

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Army Southern Command chief meets CM Revanth Reddy

The discussion was centered on issues concerning military-civil fusion, internal security, veteran welfare, disaster response and development ini

90 pc of Kashmirs unmarked graves linked to terrorists: Study

Srinagar, Sep 7: A new field study has challenged the mass grave narrative in Kashmir, concluding that over 90 per cent of the 4,056 unmarked gra

The Sinner vs. Alcaraz US Open Final Is Delayed Because Of Security. Trump Gets Cheers, Boos

Increased security checks at entrances to the grounds and, separately, to get into the arena building prompted the U.S. Tennis Association to ann

Between shelling & floods, Jammus Border villages plead for safer future

Jammu Tawi, Sep 7: Border villages inJammu, long battered by cross-border shelling, are now reeling from devastating floods that have washed away

Can India conquer the Emirates sans white-ball colossus Rohit?

The legendary opener has always had memorable sojourns at the desert land with a title-triumph in both the Champions Trophy and the Asia Cup in t

Mavelicuz 25 concludes with grand musical evening in Kozhikode

Former PM HD Deve Gowda's grandson Prajwal Revanna gets THIS job in prison, will earn Rs...

The cases against Revanna garnered widespread attention after explicit videos allegedly filmed by him were circulated ahead of last year's Lok Sa

Zoo Celebrates Births of 7 Rare Animals

Rare Chowsingha calves, Macaw chicks and Black Bucks mark conservation success

Would welcome this new tone with a 'spirit of caution': Tharoor on PM Modi's response to Trump's remarks

THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: Reacting to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's response to US President Donald Trump on India-US relationship, Congress MP Shashi

Total Lunar Eclipse 2025 wows skywatchers, first images of 'Blood Moon' surface

Tonight, we are witnessing the longest eclipse in years and the first 'Blood Moon' since 2018.