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Growing third places: How Chennais pedestrian plazas are bringing young people together

Third places are essentially spaces where communities gather and connect, with home being the first place and work the second; beyond parks and c

Heavy rains lash Mumbai; train services hit, Tulsi and Vihar lakes overflow

Suburban services on a section of the Central Railway (CR) network were delayed after ballast beneath the tracks was washed away between Neral an

Adani-MSC Vizhinjam deal: Kerala Cabinet to set up empowered panel to study if agreement is in States interests

CM Satheesan hits back at Opposition, claims previous LDF govt was aware of proposed Vizhinjam deal

Darwinbox and Neeyamo Partner to Deliver Global Payroll Across More

Neeyamos global payroll platform integrates with Darwinboxs Global Payroll Connector enabling enterprises to unify HR and payroll across 160+ cou

Dada: Rajkummar Raos first look from Sourav Ganguly biopic unveiled

The film is directed by Vikramaditya Motwane and set to be released in theatres on May 14, 2027

Mercom India Renewables Summit 2026 Concludes With CEO Calling for 1000 GW 10-Year Solar Roadmap to Support Indias Energy Transition

Mercom CEO outlines policy recommendations to sustain manufacturing growth, strengthen energy security, and provide long-term market certainty

Parts of Maharashtra report exceptional rain

Mahabaleshwar, in Maharashtras Satara district, received 513 mm of rainfall on 6th July, which, according to the IMDs historical records, is high

Operation Hardball explained: Inside FBIs crackdown on Lawrence Bishnoi and his associates

The FBIs Operation Hardball has targeted Lawrence Bishnois alleged crime network. Heres what the investigation has uncovered and why its signific

Why did the U.S. indict Lawrence Bishnoi over Hardeep Singh Nijjars murder?

The U.S. has indicted Lawrence Bishnoi, a jailed Indian gangster, for his alleged role in a transnational conspiracy linked to the murder of Khal

Two militants arrested in Manipur for 'involvement' in extortion activities

One country-made pistol with a magazine and six live rounds of bullets were seized from militants possession, says police statement

Samson has been given clarity on his omission: Gambhir

Gambhir maintained that Samson remains in Indias plans in the five-match series, which the visitors trail 0-2 after two losses and a washout

Why Hormuz windfall may prove short-lived for oil refiners

Global refining margins have hit record highs, greatly benefiting producers. Yet, while fuel prices remain elevated due to tight inventories, thi

Keralas Thiruvonam bumper lottery first prize hiked to 30 crore

Ticket price remains unchanged at 500 per ticket. The third prize revised from 50 lakh to 25 lakh as part of prize structure revision

WBJEE Round 1 Seat Allotment Result 2026 out at wbjeeb.nic.in; Check allotted college, admission process and next counselling dates

The WBJEEB has announced the Round 1 seat allotment result for 2026 on its official website. Candidates must pay the seat acceptance fee and comp

Tamil Nadu government asks State Election Commissioner Jothi Nirmalasamy to step down

Ms. Nirmalasamy assumed office as the State Election Commissioner in March 2024 for a five-year term; her tenure ends in May 2029

Air India flight aborts takeoff after near runway collision with Air India Express plane at Mumbai Airport

An Air India flight aborted its takeoff run Tuesday night after spotting another aircraft. The Boeing 777-300ER was ordered to stop by Air Traffi

Stock markets decline in early trade on renewed U.S.-Iran tensions, spike in crude oil prices

Foreign Institutional Investors bought equities worth 393.19 crore on July 7, according to exchange data

Punjab Congress MLA Criticizes Ban on Film Sutlej

New Delhi, July 8: The Congress party has voiced its opposition to the removal of the Punjabi film Sutlej from OTT platforms. Party MLA Paragat S

Grain-based ethanol accounts for nearly 67% of supplies; maize remains the largest feedstock

Surplus FCI grains and sugarcane juice also significantly contribute to the diversified feedstock mix. Policy support for higher blends and new a

Argentina beat Egypt 3-2 after stunning late comeback

Argentina staged a dramatic late comeback to beat Egypt 3-2 in their World Cup last-16 clash. Lionel Messi scored as the defending champions over

Telangana Govt to constitute committee to strengthen digital governance

CM wants the panel to submit report within 100 days of its constitution

Back to 'normal' conditions here after playing on easy wickets in IPL: England pacer Jofra Archer

Jofra Archer feels English bowling conditions are normal after playing in India. England secured a significant victory against India in the third

Apple TVs Nocturne sets October premiere, drops first look

The 10-episode series, based on Lars Keplers bestselling novels, stars Liev Schreiber, Zazie Beetz, and Stephen Graham in a tense cat-and-mouse h

UP Cabinet approves Uttar Pradesh Startup Mission: one platform for founders

Uttar Pradesh has just handed its innovators a single front door. In a cabinet meeting chaired by Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath

Hyderabads Phoenix Arena is back with upgraded performance spaces

The popular cultural venue returns with a covered open-air stage, new performance spaces and a renewed focus on the arts

Madhya Pradesh woman delivers four babies in autorickshaw, all newborns die; relatives blame lack of ambulance

Her husband claims that if an ambulance had been available on time, his children could have been saved

I have Indian DNA: says Indonesian President Prabowo

Wayanad debris slip: Kerala CM Satheesan says detailed probe to be conducted

Chief Minister says investigation will be multi-pronged, looking at technical and legal aspects

PM Modi, President Subianto visit Prambanan Temple in Indonesia

India and Indonesia, a day ago, exchanged a Letter of Intent to start a project on the conservation and restoration of the temple complex with as

Online ticket system to be tweaked to deter bulking booking, ensure fair chance to individuals trekking in Karnataka

Limiting the number of bookings to a maximum of three from one IP address, Aadhaar authentication etc., are some of the proposals

The captain is the focal point of pressure; he always feels the heat

Ben Stokes, a great all rounder and inspiring captain jumped before he was pushed other captains havent been so lucky

NIA Conducts Raids in Vijayawada over Online Terror Radicalization Case

From Wednesday morning, the NIA has been conducting intensive searches in Vinchipeta of Vijayawada. The raids are aimed at identifying the associ

Kerala Sets up Special Task Force to Probe Dowry, Domestic Violence Cases

The move is aimed at ensuring timely action on complaints and securing justice for women facing dowry-related and domestic violence

Rahul Mishras brings Devi to Paris Haute Couture Week 2026

Isha Ambani, Cardi B attend Paris Haute Couture Week

Mumbai's 7-Day rain beats Delhi's annual average, almost matches Bengaluru

Mumbai experienced exceptionally heavy rainfall between June 30 and July 6. This week's downpour surpassed Delhi's and Pune's annual rainfall tot

China's DeepSeek developing its own AI chip, sources say

Huaweis hold on the market is already weakening as tech rivals Alibaba and Baidu develop their own AI chips and gain market share

Bengal Rape-Murder Case: Main Accused Killed in Encounter During Crime Scene Reconstruction

The prime accused in the Baruipur rape-murder case was killed during a police crime scene reconstruction after allegedly attempting to escape. Po

Rupee Slips 20 Paise to 95.16 Against US Dollar Amid Fresh US-Iran Tensions

Rising crude oil prices, a stronger dollar and weak domestic equities weigh on the Indian currency in early trade.

Baruipur rape-murder case: Accused dies in police firing after escape bid

One accused in a minor rape and murder case was shot dead by police. He allegedly attempted to snatch a firearm and escape custody during reconst

Sensex, Nifty Tumble in Early Trade as US-Iran Tensions Lift Crude Oil Prices

Renewed geopolitical tensions and a sharp rise in Brent crude dampen investor sentiment despite recent FII inflows.

Canada province preparing lawsuit against OpenAI over school shooting

British Columbia said Tuesday it was preparing a separate case, in coordination with the families, and had retained lawyers both in Canada and Ca

LNG vessel strike a dangerous escalation

Atlee Wanted to Cast Preity Mukhundhan for a Key Role in Allu Arjun's Raaka

Preity is known for Vishnu Manchu's Kannappa in Telugu.

Nanded: Police Rescue 6-Year-Old Girl Abducted From Telangana, Nab Accused

Using technical surveillance and intelligence, the Degloor Police tracked Harne to Degloor town within four hours and rescued the girl.

DreamDoll Brii shooting update: Please help me! Harrowing 911 calls reveal panic after 21-year-old Florida influencer was gunned down in Lamborghini

DreamDoll Brii shooting: Influencer Brianna Johnson, known as DreamDoll Brii, was fatally shot early Sunday morning. A white sedan pulled alongsi

IND vs ENG 3rd T20I: Indian batting falls apart as England wins by 125 runs to take 2-0 lead

This was India's worst T20I defeat in terms of margin of runs as only four batters managed double-digit scores

APCRDA approves better benefits for Amaravati land pooling farmers

The Chief Minister directed officials to ensure that each of the 25 townships proposed across the 217 sq. km Amaravati capital region includes at

Parliamentary panel to review self-reliance, modernisation of Defence Public Sector Undertakings briefing today

The Defence committee will meet to discuss defence public sector undertaking transformation. Earlier, the Finance committee reviewed digital rupe

Monsoon birds: 7 birds that visit India during july

July is the heart of India's monsoon season, and while most people are watching the rain, a quiet migration is happening above the clouds. Severa

West Asia War LIVE: Bahrain and Kuwait face missiles after U.S. strikes Iran

Funeral procession for the martyred Supreme Leader of Iran Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei, is underway in Iraq

ED raids in U.P. against former SP MLA

Multiple cases booked against the politician include those related to cheating, forgery, extortion, attempt to murder, dacoity etc., registered u

Delhi Laxmi Yojana: Delhi govt to launch Rs 2,500 monthly assistance scheme for women on August 28; eligibility, documents and application details

Delhi Laxmi Yojana will provide eligible women Rs 2,500 monthly. The scheme is expected to launch on August 28, Raksha Bandhan day. Preparations

Most-Wanted LeT Commander Zakir Ganie Killed in Shopian Encounter

The operation entered its fifth consecutive day, with authorities calling Ganie's killing a major blow to separatist militants

AP Govt Announces Rs 10 Lakh Ex Gratia For Missing Fishermen's Families

The government stands with the affected families and has approved an immediate ex gratia of Rs 10 lakh each for them, Andhra Pradesh Agriculture

SP sends legal notice to MP Nishikant Dubey for 'linking' Ram Temple donation theft accused to Akhilesh

Trump: Very Disappointed with NATO Response to Iran War

Trump asserted that the recent geopolitical developments had validated his underlying doubts concerning the collective reliability of the allianc

AP Deputy CM Pawan Kalyan Announces Rs. 2 Lakh Ex Gratia for Rag Picker Killed in Pithapuram Mishap

Pawan Kalyan directed the officials to conduct a thorough inquiry into the incident and conveyed his heartfelt condolences to the bereaved family

Death toll of landslip in northwestern China rises to 21 as rescue operations conclude

State broadcaster CCTV reported all the people trapped were pulled out early on July 8, with seven of them having minor injuries

England vs India 3rd T20I: England Crush India by 125 Runs, Take 2-0 Series Lead

England defeated India by 125 runs in the third T20I at Trent Bridge. Phil Salt scored 70 while Josh Tongue and Jofra Archer starred with the bal

Watch: U.S. launches strikes on Iran following Hormuz ship attacks

The U.S. launched strikes on Iran after three commercial vessels were attacked in the Strait of Hormuz, escalating tensions across West Asia

7 indoor plants that may help keep mosquitoes away from home

Mosquito coils, sprays, and electric mats work, but they also fill your home with chemicals you breathe in every day. These seven plants contain

He Chose A World Cup With Grandfather Over Buying Home. Now He's Got Both

A 21-year-old England fan who spent his life savings to take his 80-year-old grandfather to the World Cup received every penny back after a US-ba

Bigg Boss 10: Contestants to Face Rs 10L Fine for Violating New Rules?

Akkineni Nagarjuna will return as the host of the popular reality show.

Lashkar terrorist killed in encounter in J-K's Shopian

Security forces killed a Lashkar-e-Taiba terrorist in Shopian on Wednesday. The operation began July 3 in a dense orchard area. Forces maintained

Lloyds Realty Unveils Refreshed Brand Identity, Reflecting Its Evolution into a Premium, Future-Ready Real Estate Developer

Lloyds Realty Developers Limited has unveiled a refreshed brand identity, marking a strategic shift in how the Mumbai based real estate developer

Decoding Op Hard Ball: Inside US Probe In Lawrence Bishnoi Gang, Its Rivals

US investigators claimed Bishnoi projected himself as a patriot, ationalist, and deeply religious individual through social media and media inte

Lashkar Terrorist, Who Was Trapped In J&K For Four Days, Killed In Encounter

Confirming the success, the J&K Police posted: You can run, but you cannot hide.

Telangana Man, Woman, Who Were Having An Affair, Attempt Suicide On Train

Man and woman consume poison on train near Secunderabad, rushed to hospital.

PropertyGuru Group's 2025 Sustainability Report Reinforces its Commitment to More Resilient and Inclusive Urban Futures Across Southeast Asia

PropertyGuru Group's 2025 Sustainability Report Reinforces its Commitment to More Resilient and Inclusive Urban Futures Across Southeast Asia

Quote of the day by Napoleon Bonaparte: Religion is excellent stuff for keeping common people Emperor of the French on power, politics and controlling society

Quote of the day: Napoleon Bonaparte, a French military genius, believed religion kept common people quiet. He suggested faith prevented the poor

China further eases fuel export curbs for July

China has lifted refined fuel export restrictions for the remainder of July. A private refiner, Zhejiang Petrochemical, can now resume its fuel s

Two USMNT staff members were suspended by FIFA for game vs BelgiumWhy were Sam Zapatka and Frank Pannell banned ahead of the World Cup Round of 16?

USMNT FIFA staff suspension: Two United States Soccer Federation staff members faced FIFA suspensions before a key match. Sam Zapatka and Frank P

Wayanad debris slip: Search on for 5 missing; unnatural death case registered, say police

Cadaver dogs, fire force personnel and NDRF teams have been deployed to carry out the search

KCR Meets Grandson Himanshu at AIG Hospital After Sports Injury

Himanshu said that he is doing well, and the doctors had advised him to take some time to rest and recover,

'BJP petrol pump': AAP shares 'E20 premium receipt' in dig over ethanol blending

The graphic, styled as a fuel station receipt, described the product as E20 Premium Receipt and claimed the blend contained Petrol 80% and Ethano

I copied Modi's policies: Indonesia's Prabowo praises PM, Modi says no copyright on friendship

How the amino acid leucine helps our cells produce energy

Leucine offers both protection and more energy to cells and organs

Bahrain activates emergency sirens, asks residents to move to safe locations

Bahrain activated emergency sirens after US forces conducted strikes on Iran. These strikes targeted over eighty military sites within Iran, aimi

Pakistan: Plane with 5 onboard loses contact off Karachi

Pakistani officials said radar systems showed the aircraft descending rapidly and communication with the crew was lost.

Meta expands generative AI tools with Muse Image rollout

Muse Image will power more than 30 new AI effects for Instagram Stories and enable image generation in direct chats with Meta AI on WhatsApp

'You can run but can't hide': Armed forces neutralise Lashkar terrorist in J&K's Shopian

Zendaya Recalls 'Freezing' on First Day of 'The Odyssey' Shoot

The cast includes Matt Damon, Anne Hathaway, Robert Pattinson, Lupita Nyong'o and her husband, Tom Holland.

Rajasthan maternal deaths: Rights group seeks NHRC probe into Kota oxytocin case

In a plea for justice, a civil rights group has turned to the National Human Rights Commission concerning five maternal deaths that occurred in K

NEET UG 2026 Refund: NTA Extends Bank Account Update Window Till July 14 For Cancelled Exam Fee Refund

NTA has extended the NEET UG 2026 bank account update window till July 14 for examination fee refunds. Check who can apply, steps to update detai

Clip of Polish Fans Celebrating Football Win Falsely Linked to Cristiano Ronaldo

The video shows fans of Wisa Krakw celebrating their team's promotion to the first league.

'Clueless' Donald Trump guided by Turkish President Erdogan at NATO Meet

Key Accused in Baruipur Rape-Murder Case Killed in Police Encounter

The accused sustained bullet injuries in the exchange of fire and was taken to a hospital, where doctors declared him dead, the police said

Despicable woman: Mbappe hits back at racist insults from Paraguay senator

A Paraguayan lawmaker has sparked outrage with racist insults directed at footballer Kylian Mbappe. The French FA says it will take legal action,

Nearly half of Indonesian language is Sanskrit-derived: President Prabowo

Rain in parts of Delhi, IMD issues 'yellow' alert

Delhi residents woke up to rain and a yellow alert for moderate showers. Minimum temperatures across the city settled below normal levels on Wedn