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ATREE unveils LakeRevive tool for science-based lake restoration

Govt begins efforts to join sixth-gen fighter jet programme

The defence ministryh has initiated efforts to join the sixth-generation fighter aircraft development programme, Future Combat Air System (FCAS),

Activists say T.N. budget made no mention of child protection sector

Contemporary Now Edition III brings 66 artists to Chennai

The exhibition, which begins on August 8, will celebrate artistic practice and dialogue

Kabini dam: Fresh flood alert issued as rains intensify in Kerala

Inflow into the Kabini dam in Mysuru district has gone up yet again as incessant rains lashed its catchment areas in Kerala

India counters China, formally names 27 places in Arunachal Pradesh

India has been dismissing Chinese efforts to assign fictitious names to Indian territory, asserting such attempts to create baseless narratives c

Unnati Sharma: The Raw Emotion Of Winning A Judo Medal At Commonwealth Games 2026

One of the architects of India's judo success was 23-year-old Unnati Sharma, who clinched bronze in the women's 63kg category. She shared the emo

Flash flood sweeps away couple in Udhampur village

MeT warns of heavy showers across J&K from Aug 9 Jammu Tawi, Aug7:Flash floods swept away a couple in Udhampur District on Friday, while as the M

Political parties urge govt. to convene all-party meeting on Mekedatu project

Tamil Nadu Governor flags off Magnum Carnival for children

CM urges people to conserve water, avoid its wastage

Urges people to adopt rainwater harvesting Jammu Tawi, Aug 7:Urging people to conserve water and avoid its wastage, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah

AI must deliver better outcomes for people: CM

Jammu Tawi, Aug 07:Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Friday said Artificial Intelligence (AI) should be used to improve peoples lives rather than r

Indo-Japan relations critical to stability of Indo-Pacific region in future, say experts

Submit Special Revision Forms Early, Don't Wait Till Aug. 10: Hyderabad Election Authority

Information is available on the websites ceotelangana.nic.in, voters.eci.gov.in, or the Voter Helpline 1950.

Major League Baseball to host MLBx 3-on-3 competition in Mumbai with Suryakumar Yadav

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Yatra crosses 4.76 lakh mark

Jammu Tawi, Aug 7:With 21 days left for the conclusion of the annual Amarnath Yatra, 5,095 pilgrims paid obeisance at the Holy Cave Shrine on Fri

VIT Chennai inks MoU on technology training with Malaysian state-owned firm

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Jadavpur University ragging death: after 3 years of court dates and police station visits, father still awaits justice

While 12 accusedremainin custody, the victims father asks why others named in the universitys internal probe have not faced prosecution

3.65 lakh cases pending in J

Jammu Tawi, Aug 7:As many as 3,65,645 cases are pending in district and subordinate courts of Jammu and Kashmir, including 63,876 cases pending f

13 vacancies in JK

Jammu Tawi, Aug 7:The Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh High Court has 13 vacant posts against a sanctioned strength of 25 judges, while 55 posts are

Political Influence on Police Transfers: Insights from Former DGP Shashikant

Chandigarh, August 8: Former Punjab Director General of Police (DGP) Shashikant has responded to the transfer of Amritsar Police Commissioner Gur

CMC Directs Zomato, Swiggy to Delist Non-Compliant Food Outlets, Mandates FSSAI Verification

These platforms were told to delist and cancel food business operators repeatedly violating food safety and hygiene norms, verify the Food Safety

Chief Minister Vijay inaugurates handloom expo

Minnesota solar farms turn into wildflower havens, invites bee and butterflies

Minnesota solar farms seeded with native plants tripled insect abundance. Native bees increased twentyfold, and more bird species were observed.

GHMC to Launch 10-Day Special Monsoon Drive for Waste Removal and Road Repairs

Operations will commence at 6 am daily, with field officers required to report attendance on the wireless set.

Made-In-India Rafales? France's $39Bn Bet That Could Give Wings To 5th-Gen AMCA

France has made its biggest defence offer ever to India. Dassault Aviation has formally submitted a 3.25 lakh crore proposal under the Indian Air

PM Modi meets Sukhbir Singh Badal: Speculation of BJP-SAD alliance thaw after six years

Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with Shiromani Akali Dal chief Sukhbir Singh Badal. This meeting has reignited speculation of a potential thaw b

No solar, wind, renewable energy project within 1 km of international border, says Home Ministry

Bar on Chinese, Bangadeshi and Pakistani engineers or staff in such projects, say new guidelines

MP: Urban, Rural Civic Body Polls In 2027 To Go Digital, Fully

While elections in the urban civic bodies and zilla parishads and janpad panchayats in 2022 were held with the help of EVMs: Reports

International experts discuss emerging infectious disease threats at SRMIST

Is She A 5-Year-Old?: Omar Abdullah On Biting Charge Against Iltija Mufti

The police case was filed after Iltija Mufti was accused of allegedly biting a police officer on duty during a PDP protest in Srinagar on Tuesday

Karnataka Devotee Dies In Tirumala Ghat Road Mishap

The accident occurred near the 22nd hairpin bend on the downhill stretch.

Commonwealth Games: Ajaya clinches silver, does one better than dad

Braille Storybooks Crafted for Devnar Students

Seven tactile Braille storybooks have been created for students at Devnar School for the Blind in Hyderabad, helping expand accessible reading re

GHMC Recovers, Re-Installs Stolen Litter Bins on Kacheguda Station Road Following Report

The inspection followed a Deccan Chronicle report published on August 6 about alleged damage and misuse of GHMC litter bins in the Lingampally-Ka

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Italy Maintains Temporary Border Controls for Travelers from Spain Until August 15

Rome, August 8: The Italian government announced on Friday that it will maintain its temporary suspension of the Schengen Agreement for citizens

In 1623, a German astronomer invented the earliest known mechanical calculating machine revealed centuries later in two unknown letters written to Johannes Kepler: How Wilhelm Schickard developed 'calculating clock'?

In 1623, a German astronomer invented the earliest known mechanical calculating machine, known as the calculating clock. Wilhelm Schickard design

Arvind Panagariya pitches special employment regions to build job-led cities

Economist Arvind Panagariya suggests creating special employment regions in India. These regions would foster urban development and job creation,

Omar Abdullah demands global scrutiny for PoK violence, compares to Kashmir unrest

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah expressed deep concern over reported violence in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir. He stated that Islamab

Lovlina Borgohain urges urgent shelter support for Assam flood victims in Golaghat

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AP Reshuffles 22 IAS, IFS Officers

Hephsiba Rani Korlapati has been appointed Special Secretary, Housing, while P. Arun Babu has been posted as Director General, Drug Control Admin

Contrary to Advice, Paddy Being Extensively Sown After Heavy Rains in Kadam Area

Farmers mounting pressure on irrigation officials to release water from Kadam project

India and Cyprus Discuss Migration Agreement to Enhance Safe Mobility

Nicosia, August 8: Indias High Commissioner to Cyprus, Manish, met with Deputy Minister of Migration and International Protection, Nicholas A. Io

India weighs friendlier investment treaty rules as Cabinet nod nears: DEA Secretary

India is reviewing its bilateral investment treaty model to attract more foreign capital. This review aims to make the treaty more investor-frien

Centre Approves Telanganas 4,000-Cr Urban Transformation Plan for World Bank Funding

Proposed World Bank financing accounts for $301 million, or about Rs 2,800 crore.

MEA dismisses foreign concerns over FCRA Bill

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'Who introduced them?' US senator says it's odd to see Justin Trudeau frolicking around Katy Perry; 'He used to be in charge of a whole country'

Delhi High Court issues notice to CBI on bail plea of ex-narcotics cell head

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Two Sent To 14-day Judicial Remand In Medico Hit-and-run Case

According to police, Priyanka and her friend Umesh were returning on a two-wheeler after watching a film on August 3 when a car allegedly driven

Warm-Up Game: Indian bowlers make comeback after poor first session; SLC XI post 363/8

Sri Lanka posted 363 for 8 on day one of the warm-up match. Young Sri Lankan batters showed ease against the Indian bowling attack. Kuldeep Yadav

Ahmedabad Fire Officer and Broker Arrested in Bribery Case

Ahmedabad, August 8: The Gujarat Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) has apprehended a private broker in Ahmedabad for allegedly accepting a bribe of 36

Breastfeeding awareness programme held at MGM Healthcare

Over 100 mothers and healthcare professionals participated in the programme to promote awareness of exclusive breastfeeding and address common co

Class VIII Girl Critically Injured After Jumping From School Building

A Class VIII student was critically injured after allegedly jumping from the terrace of a four-storey private school building in Vijayawada. Poli

Assam Floods: Akhil Gogoi Demands Removal of Guardian Minister Over Relief Mismanagement

Guwahati, August 8: Akhil Gogoi, the president of the Raijor Dal and a member of the legislative assembly, has called for the removal of Minister

Weather Forecast and Prayer Timings for Saturday, August 8. 2026

Partly cloudy sky. Light Rain likely to occur in parts of the city. Maximum and Minimum Temperatures are likely to be around 30C and 22C respecti

Iltija faces FIR, questioning over 'assault' on cop, accuses police of manhandling; Omar calls it 'fixed match'

APCRDA Holds Village Consultations, Reviews Amaravati Projects

Village Sabhas held to finalise road plans; MLA, MLC Towers reviewed for inauguration

GHMC Reviews Vector Control, Prepares to Launch Online Civil Registration System Portal

The Metropolitan Surveillance Unit (MSU) presented updates on disease surveillance, hotspot mapping, and coordinated field interventions.

Supreme Court to examine privacy shield in amended RTI law

The Supreme Court is currently reviewing how parliament handles personal information protection. Justices are weighing the public's right to know

SEBI did not penalise most finfluencers: CFA study

CFA survey asks investors to verify credentials, understand the education versus advice distinction, use regulated investment platform and be cau

Defence ministry has initiated efforts to join sixth-gen fighter aircraft programme: Parliamentary panel

India has begun efforts to join France's Future Combat Air System program. The Defence Ministry seeks a roadmap for acquiring sixth-generation fi

Police put up posters of Lashkar commander across J&K, declare Rs 15L reward

77,146 Stray Dogs Sterilised: AP Informs HC

The court directed the departments concerned to file their counter-affidavits and posted the matter for further hearing.

Alembic Pharma gets U.S. FDA nod for generic chronic constipation drug

California lost as many as 1.3 million Joshua trees in the 2020 Dome Fire

BRICS Festival Showcases Cultural Heritages Of 6 Nations

As part of Indias BRICS presidency 2026, the Ministry of Culture, Government of India, organized the BRICS cultural festival 2026 at the famous R

Kangana calls Gen Z as greatest strength of the nation.

Karnataka Government Committed to Socio-Economic Survey: CM Shivakumar

Bengaluru, August 7: Karnataka Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar announced that the Congress government has conducted a socio-economic survey in the

Telangana: Handloom Sector Key To Economy: Kishan Reddy

The minister said the textile sector was among the largest employment generating industries after agriculture, providing jobs to nearly five cror

Mina Chan: What happened before the ENHYPEN fan's reported death?

A Japanese ENHYPEN fan, Mina Chan, has reportedly died by suicide. Authorities are investigating the circumstances after emergency calls during a

SIR Claims, Objections To Be Cleared In Seven Days:

The observer also directed officials to share details of claims and objections with recognised political parties in accordance with Election Comm

Opposition protests stall Lok Sabha; FCRA Bill set for showdown

Lok Sabha proceedings faced disruptions due to opposition demands for a statement. Home Minister Amit Shah's statement on student protests was th

Court Halts Trumps $400 Million White House Ballroom Project

Washington, August 7: A federal appeals court in Washington has ordered a halt to the Trump administrations proposed $400 million construction of

Police Seek Fresh Custody Of IPS Trainee, To Also Search Prakasam For Possible Evidence

Police said Krishna Reddy had remained non-cooperative and evasive, or just said he did not remember the incidents. After hearing preliminary sub

Police conducts search ops, patrolling ahead of Independence Day in Jammu outskirts

The operation, carried out under the jurisdiction of police post Chowki Choura, covered the stretch from Gala to Thorni, including the villages o

Vijay, Udhayanidhi clash over drought relief

Cauvery row: CM C Joseph Vijay backs talks with Karnataka, spars with Udhayanidhi Stalin

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay defended direct talks on the Cauvery water dispute. He stated readiness for humiliation if dialogue prot

No Retrospective Effect for FCRA Bill: Mizoram CM after Shah Meet

Christian organisations and some state governments have voiced concerns regarding the proposed Foreign Contribution Regulation Amendment Bill. Mi

Market cuts odds of Fed hike after jobs data, but economists still see case for tightening

The weak job report for July has tempered expectations surrounding a Federal Reserve rate increase. Consequently, futures markets now indicate a

Static Hour challenges you to be the arbiter of truth and fear

If only being a nighttime news editor was this thrilling all the time.

Tasmac begins online bookings, but shops see technical snags, long queues

Salespersons say problems with the billing machines disrupted regular counter sales; some customers who bought liquor online found bottles broken

Tripura Prepares for Har Ghar Tiranga Campaign Starting August 9

Agartala, August 7: Preparations for the nationwide Har Ghar Tiranga 2026 campaign are complete in Tripura. Officials announced on Friday that th

Sanjeev Ahluwalia | Indias Higher Education: Poised For Deep Reforms

In this frantic pace of expansion, state governments have done much of the heavy lifting. There are now 926 state universities, near evenly divid

Government departments to face notices over waste clearance

JD Vance Invokes Jesus To Defend Fat Joke About Fellow Republican, Sparking Fresh Backlash

JD Vance is facing fresh backlash after defending a fat joke aimed at fellow Republican commentator Marc Thiessen and invoking Jesus while explai

Congress backs student protest against ally Hemant Soren's Jharkhand government

The Congress party has openly backed students in Jharkhand who are protesting against examination malpractice. Rahul Gandhi has shown his support