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Karnataka Bans Sale Of Gutkha, Pan Masala With Tobacco Or Nicotine For 1 Year

In a decisive move to curb oral diseases and plug existing legal loopholes, the Karnataka government has enforced a comprehensive one-year ban on

Google To Unveil Pixel 11 Series in India on August 13: What To Expect

The tech giant is expected to launch the Pixel 11, Pixel 11 Pro, Pixel 11 Pro XL and Pixel 11 Pro Fold

People of purpose: How an Earthquake Inspired Nivedita and Ashok to Build Inclusive Classrooms in Maharashtra

After witnessing disability exclusion during Nepals earthquake recovery, a couple chose inclusive education as their lifes mission.

One Dead, 172 Rescued After Indonesian Ferry Fire Near Bali

A massive fire broke out aboard the Putri Yasmin ferry early Wednesday while it was sailing from Padang Bai port in Bali to Lembar port in Lombok

Suspected Pakistani national among two held by West Bengal STF

West Bengal STF apprehended a suspected Pakistani national and an associate near the India-Bangladesh border. Rana Rauf, a resident of Faisalabad

Supreme Court asks states to consider framing policy on demolition, regularisation of illegal constructions

The Supreme Court urged all states to consider a uniform policy for unauthorized constructions. This policy would address regularisation and demo

Amit Shah asks Speaker to consult Opposition, says ready to answer all NEET questions

Union Home Minister Amit Shah requested the Lok Sabha Speaker to consult the opposition. He wants a debate on student protests concerning the NEE

Thousands flee yearslong drought in Somalia as hunger deepens

Baidoa: After nearly two weeks on the road with her five children, Luul Mohamed finally arrived in the southwestern Somali city of Baidoa with no

EID Parry consolidated Q1 net down 42% on higher costs

Consolidated revenue grew at a marginal 3% YoY at 9,017 crore

Assam to verify flood relief funds raised by 72 YouTubers

Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma says the government will ascertain whether the money reached the State and how it has been utilised

Groww adds over 70,000 active clients in July: NSE data

Growws active client base rose to 1.312 crore, taking its market share to 28.88% from 28.72% in June

Eli Lilly escalates fight against black market weight-loss medicines

The drug company said Wednesday that it planned to file lawsuits against US businesses that sell retatrutide products illegally, and its asking r

You may be driving past Flock cameras without knowing it and now this searchable DeFlock map in US is raising fresh privacy concerns among citizens

A searchable DeFlock map is drawing attention to the growing network of Flock Safety cameras across America, allowing citizens to see where licen

Delhi HC orders takedown of obscene content, unauthorised merchandise featuring Khushi Kapoor

The Delhi High Court on Wednesday directed the removal of allegedly obscene and pornographic content concerning actor Khushi Kapoor from social m

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New Delhi: Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra on Wednesday, August 12, said the government is refusing to answer questions on the alleged Ram

Congress MP defends land allotted to CM Revanth

Hyderabad: Bhuvanagiri MP Chamala Kiran Kumar Reddy has hit back at criticism over land allocations to Chief Minister Revanth Reddys family membe

IndiGo flight from Kolkata makes emergency landing at Chennai airport

The left engine of the aircraft was inoperative, due to which a full emergency was declared, the AAI said

State PSCs under scrutiny as exam irregularities, delays erode trust

Karnataka, Israel To Be Stronger Together With Cybersecurity Partnership

Held under the theme Stronger Together. Secure Tomorrow., the dialogue was organised as part of Karnataka's Global Innovation Alliance

Odisha EMRS Students Attend Semiconductor Training at IISc Bengaluru

In a significant step towards empowering tribal students with advanced scientific exposure, five Class X students from Odishas Eklavya Model Resi

In 1964, Wisconsin closed this railway line. Today, 60,000 visitors come here every year

A railway line in Wisconsin that stopped carrying trains in 1964 has found a surprising second life. The former Elroy-Sparta route is now a popul

Court Takes Cognizance of NEET Paper Leak Case; Hearings to Begin Tomorrow

New Delhi, August 12: The Rouse Avenue Court has acknowledged the charge sheet filed by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) in the NEET UG

Thoda Badal Gaye Ho: M Kharge, PM Modi's Banter At Wedding Reception

The high-profile wedding reception of Supriya Sule's daughter at 6 Janpath in Delhi witnessed a galaxy of political stars who turned up to bless

Dairy-Defence partnership ensures reliable supplies: NCDFI chairman Meenesh Shah

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Centre redefines Ganga floodplain, drops 'construction-free zone' provision

In a pivotal move, the Centre has restructured the Ganga's floodplain, introducing well-defined zones categorized by flood return periods. This a

Post Office Scheme: Deposit Rs 12,500 and get Rs 40,00000 in one go without any risk.

Post Office Scheme: Do you also want to convert your small monthly savings into a big fund worth lakhs of rupees? The Public Provident Fund (PPF)

Assam Government To 'Appreciate' YouTubers, Influencers For Flood Aid

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said government will recognise genuine contributors to flood relief.

Himachal levies 60p/litre fuel cess for orphan, widow welfare

Shimla: The Himachal Pradesh government has levied an Orphan and Widow Cess at the rate of 60 paise per litre on petrol and high speed diesel at

Three new cascade frog species discovered in northeast India; one named in honour of Kerala social worker Padmini Varkey

Study also records five other cascade frog species documented in India for the first time

Opposition MPs condemn

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Urbanization Key to Indias Development by 2047, Says Arvind Panagariya

Thiruvananthapuram, August 12: Arvind Panagariya, the chairman of the 16th Finance Commission, stated on Wednesday that urbanization will play a

Lok Sabha refers FCRA Bill to joint parliamentary committee; Congress still adamant to scrap it

Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju, however, challenged Opposition members in the House to cite a single provision in the FCRA Bill that

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Delhi HC issues notice to Chief Secretary over unpaid medical reimbursement of Rs 12,000

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NIA to file detailed roles of accused in Red Fort blast case before August 27 hearing

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SC Directs Karnataka To Set Up Additional Special Court For UAPA Cases

Court says state cannot have the luxury of prolonging trials for years; orders day-to-day hearing in PFI conspiracy case

TMC MP Kirti Azad questions government over response to student protests

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'Heard a whisper': Baby rescued from rubble 48 hrs after Colombia quake - video

Telangana forest officer electrocuted by hunters

Hyderabad: A forest beat officer was electrocuted after coming in contact with a live wire trap set by poachers to kill wild animals in a forest

Three arrested for dangerous bike stunts in Vadapalani

Satwiksairaj Rankireddy: Indias Global Face in Badminton, Secures First Commonwealth Gold with Chirag Shetty

New Delhi, August 12: Satwiksairaj Rankireddy is currently a prominent name in Indian and global badminton. Alongside Chirag Shetty, he has not o

BTS Member V Shares News About His Hearing Loss

Fans across the world voiced strong support for his ongoing recovery.

202% rally in 1 year: Why this multibagger stock zoomed 19% today

TD Power Systems shares have been on a strong run on Dalal Street in recent years. According to NSE data, the stock has more than doubled investo

Why is Pakistan's ally US upset over its PKR3 trillion defence budget spending

The US State Department has urged Pakistan to bring military and intelligence budgets under civilian oversight. Greater disclosure of government

Insurance regulators weigh reforms to tackle rising medical costs

Medical inflation of roughly 12% to 14% a year puts pressure on families and prompts authorities to hunt ways to standardise pricing and coverage

Bank of America to deploy $250 billion for US digital, infrastructure projects

Bank of America plans to invest $250 billion in American infrastructure projects. This initiative will support digital and energy infrastructure

Oracle layoffs: Company's '6 am layoff emails' may return in next few days

Oracle is preparing another round of layoffs this month, with cuts reaching double-digit percentages on some teams and managers already asked to

US removed 100 outdated dams in 2025, reconnecting more than 4,893 river miles across 30 states

Major Changes Coming to Bigg Boss 20: Salman Khan Reveals Extra Lifeline Twist

Mumbai, August 12: Salman Khan is set to return to the small screen with the much-anticipated new season of the reality show Bigg Boss. The excit

SpiceJet Passengers Stranded At Mumbai Airport

Passengers alleged that despite the flight being repeatedly rescheduled, the airline had not provided them with any clear communication regarding

Bumble rules changed: Dating app changes its biggest rule after 12 years, introduces major update for users

Bumble is revolutionizing its messaging policy also allowing men to initiate conversations. This shift enhances user flexibility, significantly e

Post Chandrasekaran, the head that wears the Tata crown won't rest easy

As N. Chandrasekaran prepares to step down, Tata Sons faces a pivotal succession dilemma. The new chairman will take the reins of iconic brands i

For Chennai-based singer Susha, Love Language is an act of self-care

Music composer, singer and visual artist Susha talks about her first independent full-fledged album, Love Language, collaborating with friends, a

Gates' daughter knew about Phia Cookie Stuffing, report cites internal chats

Phia's founders reportedly knew about software claiming unauthorized sales commissions for months. Internal records suggest this practice, known

YS Jagan Mohan Reddy directs YSRCP legislators to expose government failures

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Explained: What is a cess and how states use it for welfare purposes

Himachal Pradesh's widow and orphan cess on fuel has brought purpose-specific levies into focus. Here's what a cess is and how states use such le

I Ordered Jail Raids: HM Priyank on Phone Seizure From Jailed Revanna

We will not allow anyone to receive VIP treatment like this. The raid itself is the message. If you think you can bribe my officials and do what

Thai Government vows tougher gun controls after 2 deadly shootings near Bangkok

Government spokesperson Lalida Persvivatana stated that the government is strengthening gun regulations, cracking down on illegal firearms, and r

Sri Lanka Announces 16-Member Test Squad for Series Against India, Mendis and Nissanka Ruled Out

Colombo, August 12: Sri Lanka Cricket has announced a 16-member squad for the upcoming two-match Test series against India. Unfortunately, Kusal

FCNR inflows may push FY27 loan growth to 16%; weaker-liability banks to benefit: Report

Brokerages noted that banks had mobilised $36.7 billion in fresh FCNR deposits as of July 31, surpassing $24.5 billion mobilised during the entir

Dakkhan ko Chira: Hyderabad exhibition explores the textile heritage of the western Deccan

The two-day Hyderabad exhibition by textile researcher and designer Vinay Narkar features 100 saris, 25 Maratha-style paintings and jewellery ins

How does Illinois regulate artificial intelligence? Here

From guidance to schools to laws on AI use by mental health professionals, here

IIT Madras, CAMS expand partnership for Fintech innovation

The CAMS IIT Madras FinTech Innovation Lab will focus on emerging areas such as AI in financial services, digital payments, blockchain and tokeni

Half of Telangana govt degree colleges running without principals

Hyderabad:Nearly half of Telanganas government degree colleges are functioning without regular principals, with in-charge officials holding addit

Gokaldas Exports Q1 results: Profit rises 7%, revenue grows 21% on stronger India, Africa business

The growth came despite a 12% y-o-y decline in Indian apparel exports during the quarter, with Gokaldas benefiting from higher order execution an

The Traitors 2: Mallika Sherawat Slammed For Bringing Up Rhea Chakraborty

A heated exchange between Rhea Chakraborty and Mallika Sherawat in The Traitors Season 2 has triggered a strong reaction on social media ahead of

CAG Flags Bengaluru Metro Planning Failures, Rs 6,600 Crore Cost Overrun; Ridership Far Below Estimates

El Nio drives India's July power demand to a record high: Crisil report

India's power demand is expected to rise 6.5-7.5 per cent this fiscal to 1,825-1,835 BU, driven by an expected increase in cooling demand due to

Bengalurus August food guide: Onam sadyas, Independence Day brunches, and Burmese tea-time bites

From traditional Onam sadyas and Burmese tea-shop favourites to a Ladakhi tasting menu and Independence Day brunches, heres what Bengalurus resta

Centre redefines Ganga floodplain, drops construction-free zone provision

The amendment removes the construction-free zone wording and instead says that the banks of the Ganga and its tributaries and their floodplains s

CJP Founder Abhijeet Dipke Turns Focus To Rural Schools With

Dipkes campaign targets rural school infrastructure as children demand basic access to education across India.

N Chandrasekaran's exit puts Tata Digital, semiconductor bets in focus

Tata Digital's continuing losses and the long gestation period of the group's semiconductor projects have come under sharper scrutiny amid questi

Babar returns to ICC Test top 10 after Pakistan

Dubai: Pakistans successful Caribbean campaign has translated into a significant boost in the latest ICC Mens Test Player Rankings, with captain

Zetwerk planning to file IPO papers publicly, eyes raising up to $400 mn

The Bengaluru-based company, which confidentially filed for an IPO in March, may submit updated paperwork this week and is likely to begin invest

Indian Government Moves FCRA Amendment Bill to Joint Parliamentary Committee

New Delhi, August 12: The central government has decided to send the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Amendment Bill (FCRA), 2026 to the Joint P

Adilabad Police Bust Inter-State Bike Theft Gang, Arrest 8

An interstate gang involved in a series of bike thefts across erstwhile Adilabad district and surrounding areas of Maharashtra has been apprehend

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FSSAI Bans Plastic Packaging for Paan Masala

FSSAI has imposed a complete ban on the use of plastic, plastic lamination and aluminium foil in paan masala packaging, citing public health and

India emerges as key link between US, Israel, Gulf: Report

New Delhi: India has emerged as a country that is capable of linking the United States, Israel, the UAE and Saudi Arabia with plans for economic

India strikes gold three times as fencing haul reaches 29 in Lagos

India's fencing team achieved significant success on day three of the championship. They secured three gold, one silver, and one bronze medal in

Karnataka Bans Sale, Distribution of Ghutka, Pan Masala For A Year

The ban targets the manufacture, storage, transportation, distribution and sale of gutkha, pan masala and other prohibited products containing to

India's exports surge 15% in April-July as Goyal highlights access to $70-trillion markets through FTAs

Babar Azam re-enters top 10 in ICC Test batting rankings after two years

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N Chandrasekaran steps down as Tata Sons chairman: How much did he earn in FY26?

Tata Sons Chairman N Chandrasekaran has announced that he will step down when his current term ends on February 20, 2027. Chandrasekaran, widely

No Marathi, No Licence: Maharashtra's Strict Rules For Auto, Taxi Drivers

If the driver still fails to learn Marathi after the suspension period, provisions will be made for permanent cancellation of the driving licence

7 high-fiber foods that may help support heart health

Sri Lanka announce 16-member squad for India Test, Kusal Mendis ruled out

Sri Lanka Cricket has revealed its lineup for the forthcoming Test series against India. Niroshan Dickwella makes his return to the Test squad fo

Kashi Damru traced Indian musics spiritual heartbeat through rhythm

Presented by kanjira artiste Guruprasanna, the ensemble of 10 artistes led by Jagadeesh Kurthkoti, combined vedic chants, recitation of shlokas a

Punjab drug war, jobs record under scanner as NAPA seeks white papers

The North American Punjabi Association has requested detailed reports from Punjab's Chief Minister. They seek verifiable data on the government's