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Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay vows corruption-free State, sets $1.5 trillion economy target by 2036

CM Vijay says that the State government was cooperating with the Centre on administrative matters, while making it clear that Tamil Nadu would op

Bengaluru Police Arrest Man With Terror Links Over Attack Plot

The release said Mallik was allegedly influenced by what he perceived as atrocities by the Pakistan Army against mosques and people in Pakistan,

Kolkata Businessman Seeks Government Witness Status in Land Grab Case

Kolkata, August 15: Joy Kamdar, a businessman and real estate promoter from Kolkata, has reached out to a central agency to request government wi

Faria Abdullah on Bonalu visit: People have not seen Muslims be so inclusive

Hyderabad: Tollywood actress Faria Abdullah recently found herself at the centre of a social media debate after she participated in Hyderabads Bo

Jason Arday death: Cambridges youngest Black professor found dead amid plagiarism allegations and scrutiny

Jason Arday, a Cambridge professor, was found deceased after facing plagiarism allegations. He resigned from his position amid intense media scru

Assam to invest 1.5 lakh crore in infrastructure in 5 years: Himanta

The chief minister says that the states economy has tripled in a decade and the state is now known from chai to chip of semiconductors, referring

PM Modi seeks global push to India's films, gaming, VFX and digital content

The Prime Minister said India should turn its creative industries, handicrafts, yoga and Ayurveda into global capabilities, with WAVES showcasing

DA Hike: Minimum pension, variable DA, EPF ceiling raised

Trade union, the Bharatiya Mazdoor Sangh (BMS), said it will hold nationwide demonstrations on 17 August over long-pending workers issues. Demand

NSE Clearing to introduce shorter-tenure SLB contracts with T+3 reverse settlement

New contracts to be generated and made available on a daily basis, NSE Clearing says

Russia Bombs Ukrainian Military Train, Western Weapons Burn Inside Cargo Vehicle? Dramatic Visuals

Russian Geran drones have reportedly struck railway locomotives in Ukraines Odessa, Zaporizhzhia and Sumy regions, raising fresh concerns over th

Kaalipotka 2 Teaser : Anirban Chakrabarti, Shahir Raj and Swastika Mukherjee Starrer Kaalipotka 2 Official Teaser

Kaalipotka 2 : Watch the Official teaser from bengali Web series 'Kaalipotka 2' starring Anirban Chakrabarti, Shahir Raj and Swastika Mukherjee.

Neutralizing Market Volatility Through Systematic Wealth Accumulation

In the volatile world of investing, trying to time the market is a challenge that even seasoned professionals struggle to master. Watching stock

Three Poachers Shot Dead by Forest Guards in Cauvery Wildlife Sanctuary

Poachers are said to have initiated firing at the patrolling personnel and in retaliation, forest guards opened fire at them

PM Modi Delivers Shortest Independence Day Speech in Four Years

New Delhi, August 15: Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the nation from the ramparts of the Red Fort for the 13th consecutive time on the oc

In 2047, 'Vikshit Bharat' dreams will be realised through 'Viksit Bengal': Suvendu

The Vikshit Bharat dreams of our Prime Minister by 2047 will be realised through Viksit Paschim Banga by that year, says West Bengal Chief Minist

80th Independence Day: LG Sinha hoists National Flag at Lok Bhavan

SRINAGAR, AUGUST 15: The Lieutenant Governor, Manoj Sinha today hoisted the National Flag at Lok Bhavan on the occasion of the Nations 80th Indep

NTA to release UGC-NET, CSIR-NET, ICAR answer keys tomorrow, August 16: Check download steps, direct link and more

The NTA will release the provisional answer keys for UGC-NET, CSIR-NET, ICAR AIEEA (PG) and AICE (PhD) 2026 on August 16. Candidates can access t

India is unstoppable: Global embassies and missions send heartfelt greetings on 80th Independence Day

India's 80th Independence Day: International ambassadors and diplomatic missions celebrated India's 80th Independence Anniversary with profound g

Jharkhand Chief Minister Hoists National Flag, Promises Youth Empowerment

Ranchi, August 15: Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren celebrated the 80th Independence Day by hoisting the national flag at the historic Morha

Independence Day 2026 | Jagat Murari and FTII: Where Indias filmmaking rebels were made

On Indias 80th Independence Day, the enduring legacy of Jagat Murari, FTIIs former head, asks if public institutions can still nurture independen

Independence Day 2026 | Jagat Murari and FTII: Where Indias filmmaking rebels were made

On Indias 80th Independence Day, the enduring legacy of Jagat Murari, FTIIs former head, asks if public institutions can still nurture independen

No Home, No Celebration: IDPs Hoist Black Flags Across Manipur Relief Camps

Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) staying in several relief camps across Manipur observed Independence Day with black flag protests, expressing

Arunachal Honours 23 Individuals And 3 Govt Bodies For Excellence On 80th Independence Day

On the occasion of the 80th Independence Day, the Government of Arunachal Pradesh honoured 23 individuals, organisations and departments with Sta

PM Modi Announces Major Initiatives for Youth and Energy on Independence Day

New Delhi, August 15: Prime Minister Narendra Modi made significant announcements during his Independence Day speech from the Red Fort. He highli

PM stresses humane approach, equal access to quality healthcare

Tarique Rahman calls for stronger doctor-patient trust and better treatment facilities

Urdu mein Tiranga: Congress mocks Modi

The Congress on Saturday, August 15, took a swipe at Prime Minister Narendra Modis Independence Day outfit, saying the sequencing of his tri-colo

Keralas Chokramudi hills to open for tourists as Neelakurinji blooms paint Munnar blue

Mass blooming of Neelakurinji this year is expected to be witnessed across Chokramudi hills, Idalimedu, and Meeshapulimala in Munnar

Keralas Chokramudi hills to open for tourists as Neelakurinji blooms paint Munnar blue

Mass blooming of Neelakurinji this year is expected to be witnessed across Chokramudi hills, Idalimedu, and Meeshapulimala in Munnar

70% of rail network electrified in 10 years: PM Modi hails rail electrification, hydrogen train

Strong Law and Order Key to Telanganas Growth: Revanth Reddy

The state government is cracking down heavily on drug trafficking and food adulteration: CM

Census 2027: Caste, Aadhaar, voter ID among 40 questions in Phase 2

Census 2027 will record caste as declared by respondents for the first time. New questions include bank accounts and Covid-19 vaccination locatio

Jammu and Kashmir Celebrates 80th Independence Day with Enthusiasm and Peace

New Delhi, August 15: Jammu and Kashmir witnessed a vibrant atmosphere of patriotism as it celebrated Independence Day on August 15. The main cer

Ahead of Onam, Kerala Police seize 3,030 litres of illicit spirit in Thrissur

Police bust illicit liquor stockpiling operation; van driver arrested, key accused under scanner. Seizure as part of Operation Toofan

Ahead of Onam, Kerala Police seize 3,030 litres of illicit spirit in Thrissur

Police bust illicit liquor stockpiling operation; van driver arrested, key accused under scanner. Seizure as part of Operation Toofan

Assam To Invest Rs 1.5 Lakh Crore In Capital Expenditure Over Five Years: Himanta Biswa Sarma

Guwahati, August 15: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Saturday announced that the state will invest 1.50 lakh crore in capital expendi

Not Statues Or Memorials, Andhra City Honours Mahatma Gandhi With A Temple

The Gandhi Mandiram temple in Srikakulam honors Mahatma Gandhi's visit and the Indian freedom struggle.

VD Satheesan Pledge To Build New-Era Kerala on Independence Day

Let our journey forward be powered by progressive development initiatives, constitutional values, hard work upholding secularism, and bringing to

'From Fragile 5 To World's Fastest-Growing Nation': PM Modi's I-Day Speech

The prime minister highlighted specific sector-wise growth recorded during his 12-year tenure. Defence production has quadrupled and electronic m

Israeli airstrike on southern Lebanon kills 7 people

Beirut: An Israeli airstrike on southern Lebanon killed seven people early Saturday, Lebanons state-run National News Agency said. The strike wou

Mahua Moitra writes to LS Speaker over house eviction order; Oppn MPs rally behind her

TMC MP Mahua Moitra has written to Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla seeking intervention after she was asked to vacate a circuit house late at night am

'Dimagi Naxal mindset': BJP slams Rahul Gandhi for skipping I-Day event at Red Fort

The BJP criticized Rahul Gandhi for missing the official Independence Day event. This marks the second consecutive year he and Mallikarjun Kharge

At Least 20 Dead as 7.7-Magnitude Earthquake Rocks Indonesia

The temblor was one of the strongest the area had experienced in decades, an official said.

Avengers: Doomsday promo: Robert Downey Jr.s Doom unleashes terror on multiverse superheroes

Offering a closer look on Downey Jr.s Victor von Doom, the new promo of the much-awaited superhero spectacle was unveiled by Marvel Studios durin

World weaponising resources, future-tellers fearmongering: PM targets external & internal threats

India Celebrates 80th Independence Day at Embassies Worldwide

New Delhi, August 15: On the occasion of Indias 80th Independence Day, Indian embassies across various countries held flag-hoisting ceremonies. D

Sure sign of desperation: Congress hits back at PM Modi over dimaagi Naxals remark

Congress general secretary Jairam Ramesh called Prime Minister Narendra Modi's 'dimaagi Naxals' remark a sign of desperation. Prime Minister Modi

Foreign Assets Disclosure Scheme 2026: 1 crore limit, 30% tax and December 31 deadline all you need to know

A new government scheme will open on August 16, 2026, for taxpayers to disclose foreign assets. This one-time voluntary disclosure scheme closes

Fresh rivals & forced to settle for silver - but Hodgkinson up for fight

Keely Hodgkinson says she is proud of her ability to continue to fight after taking silver behind Audrey Werro at the European Athletics Champion

Avtar Steel files IPO papers with SEBI; aims to raise 585 crore

Along with the fresh issue, the IPO would comprise an offer for sale (OFS) of 50 lakh shares by promoter Sumit Jindal

Israeli Settlers Divert Palestinian Water To Fill West Bank Tourist Pool

The spring served as a lifeline for the nearby village of Fasayil in the fertile Jordan Valley, where Palestinians have relied on it for generati

Palestinians trapped as Israeli settlers besiege West Bank village

Jerusalem: Palestinians in the occupied West Bank village of Qusra have huddled inside their homes for days on end, unable to leave because of th

Hyderabad Drone Startup AkinAnalytics Launches Indigenous NIKA2 Kisan Medium Drone for Farmers

Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], August 15: Hyderabad-based women-led DeepTech and Defence Technology startup AkinAnalytics has launched its indige

Sholay wins Italy: 2,000 Italians watch restored classic till 3 am, says Amitabh Bachchan

Amitabh Bachchan shared a recent event highlighting Sholay's global appeal. Around two thousand Italians watched the restored film in Bologna. Th

Josh Hazlewood Becomes Australias Ninth Bowler to Reach 300 Test Wickets

Darwin, August 15: In a remarkable achievement during the Test match between Australia and Bangladesh, Australian fast bowler Josh Hazlewood has

Trisha Krishnan Salutes Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay At Independence Day Event, Video Goes Viral

Trisha was among the notable guests at the ceremony and was seated in the front row alongside Vijay's parents

Reliance and Rolls-Royce Join Hands for Indigenous AMCA Engine

Reliance Industries and Rolls-Royce announce strategic intent to partner and develop India's indigenous combat engine for the Advanced Medium Com

ChatGPT can find things? Man uses the tech to find is clogs that were lost in a sea of footwear in Ujjain's Mahakleshwar temple

A viral video shows a man turning to ChatGPT to locate his missing clog among more than 1,000 pairs of footwear. The unusual use of AI has drawn

Andhra Pradesh Police Sub-Inspector Scales Mount Elbrus, Unfurls 100-Metre Tricolour

Andhra Pradesh Police SI V Venkateswara Rao scaled Mount Elbrus and unfurled a 100-metre Tricolour to mark India's 80th Independence Day.

RCB Star Joins Australia's 300th Wicket Club After Fifer vs Bangladesh

Josh Hazlewood reached the landmark in his 26th over when Mehidy Hasan Miraz edged behind while attempting to drive on the up.

PM Modi calls upon farmers to leverage FTAs to build global agro brands

The Prime Minister also called for chemical-free farming and said the government had absorbed higher global fertiliser costs to keep urea and DAP

UNC Enforces 24-Hour Shutdown In Naga-Inhabited Areas Over Langka Killings

The United Naga Council (UNC) has enforced a 24-hour emergency shutdown across all Naga-inhabited areas of Manipur from 11 pm on August 14 to 11

Save Thousands Of Crores: PM Modi Announces Free Online Coaching For Indias Youth

Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced free online coaching for competitive exams, aiming to reduce coaching costs for poor and middle-class fami

Committed to goal of J&Ks State restoration, its constitutional guarantees: Omar

M.r Abdullah said the people in PoK would have been fighting to join Jammu and Kashmir if the Centre had not revoked the special constitutional g

After Gen-Z, its Gen Alpha's turn to seek accountability: Kejriwal

Arvind Kejriwal said children across the country were protesting for basic facilities, citing examples from Himachal Pradesh's Hamirpur, Dehradun

Priest held after allegedly being found in objectionable situation with girl inside temple

Why is Sarfaraz Khan not playing India vs Sri Lanka 1st Test in Galle?

Sarfaraz Khan replaced Sai Sudharsan in Indias squad for the two-match Test series against Sri Lanka, starting August 15 in Galle. The latter fra

Man with links to TTP held in Bengaluru, was plotting to attack Pakistan in collusion with Afghan national

Bengaluru Police has arrested a 25-year-old man suspected of having links with Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) and allegedly plotting an attack

Nifty at risk below 24,000; MCX, Havells among stocks to watch next week: Rupak De

Nifty faces a crucial 24,000 support level after weakening momentum, with a break potentially triggering short-term bearishness. Analyst Rupak De

India Begins Digital Rupee-Based Food Subsidy Transfers: Chandigarh, Dadra & Nagar Haveli Become First To Roll Out CBDC-Based DBT

Country needs informed citizens, not blind followers for strong democracy, says Deputy CM K. Pawan Kalyan

In the era of technology, information is reaching the people at good speed, but speed is not truth; for a strong democracy, the country needs inf

'Building jitni sundar, mahaul utna toxic': Gurgaon employees 'honest take' over toxic workplace goes viral

A corporate employees late-night video filmed outside Gurgaons glittering office towers has sparked a debate over workplace culture, office polit

Before the ice, Antarctica had a rainforest near South Pole: Fossils reveal a 90-million-year-old secret

Scientists have uncovered remarkable evidence of a rainforest that flourished in Antarctica nearly 90 million years ago, despite the region exper

Sony Pictures India to launch its Tamil GEC in October

The channel will bring together original fiction, global reality formats, movies and tentpole entertainment across television and digital platfor

Father Allegedly Throws 11-Month-Old Daughter Into Yamuna in Agra

While taking the selfie, Rinku allegedly threw the baby into the Yamuna. When Lakshmi questioned him, he reportedly tried to push her into the ri

DMK Plans to Involve Youth and Women in Organizational Restructuring

Chennai, August 15: The DMK is gearing up to strengthen its organization by incorporating women and youth into influential positions following it

'This is the right one' - Rohl on leaving Rangers for Salzburg

Danny Rohl explains why he left Rangers for Red Bull Salzburg - where he hopes to win trophies and help develop young players.

CJP Instagram Account Blocked on Independence Day, Restored Later

What a shame that those who oppose CJP chose India's Independence Day to try to muzzle our voice. We will not be intimidated by such cowardly act

Govt opens one-time foreign assets' disclosure window starting Aug 16

Eligible taxpayers can disclose specified foreign income and assets under the one-time scheme till December 31, with a 60 per cent outgo in one c

PM Modi announces free online coaching for competitive exams, says coaching burdening poor, middle class

Modi calls for identifying, isolating 'Dimagi Naxals'

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has cautioned the nation about intellectual Naxals who he claims are embedded in the system, manipulating policies a

6 dead, including shooting suspect, in Michigan; police launch manhunt

Six persons including a suspect were found dead Friday in Michigan, where an extensive search unfolded around two homes and a wooded area, accord

PM appeals to opposition to support constitutional amendment Bill for women's reservation

Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged opposition parties to support the women's reservation bill. This legislation seeks to implement 33 percent res

Rahul Gandhi, Mallikarjun Kharge Skip Independence Day Ceremony for Second Year, BJP Targets Congress

Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge and Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi missed the Independence Day celebrations for the second tim

Avoid blame game on Assam floods, says Nagaland coal miners body

The Tuli Area Coal Mining Contractors Association says people in the two States should refrain from making unverified claims and focus on relief,

Indiawas,is,andwill be one of the fastest growing economies in the world: SBI

Indias macro story continues to remain one of resilience, even as global uncertainties remain elevated; SBIsNowcasting model projects real GDP gr

Leaders in New Delhi Extend Warm Wishes on 80th Independence Day

New Delhi, August 15: On the occasion of the 80th Independence Day, the Lieutenant Governor and Chief Minister of Delhi, along with several leade

16 Hours Adrift; French Family Rescued Safe From Thai Island

French Father and two young sons rescued after Jet Ski capsizes off Thai Island Koh Samui

Investments, infrastructure development, job creation top priorities: Telangana CM Revanth Reddy

Telangana targeting high-growth sectors like life sciences, semiconductors, electronics and advanced manufacturing, CM Reddy says in his 80th Ind

Bhagwat: Youth are demographic dividend but can be a burden too

Nagpur: RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat on Saturday, August 15, said youth are a demographic dividend, and the nation will benefit immensely if they are

Quote of the Day by Ivan Bunin, the first Russian to receive the Nobel Prize for literature: Words are one thing, deeds are quite another

Quote of the Day by Ivan Bunin highlights the gap between spoken promises and actual deeds. Actions demand more effort and demonstrate genuine co