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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.

8 Jul 2026 11:19 am
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.

8 Jul 2026 11:05 am
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

8 Jul 2026 10:53 am
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 and Fisheries Minister Kinjarapu Atchannaidu said on Tuesday.

8 Jul 2026 10:47 am
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 alliance

8 Jul 2026 10:46 am
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.

8 Jul 2026 10:43 am
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,

8 Jul 2026 10:23 am
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.

8 Jul 2026 10:14 am
YSR Treated People as His Own Family: Telangana CM Revanth Reddy

The Chief Minister noted that Dr. Y.S. Rajasekhara Reddy's pioneering reforms in farmers' welfare, free electricity, healthcare, education, and social justice continue to benefit people even today.

8 Jul 2026 9:42 am
India Thanks Venezuela for Recognising Operation Amistad

The response came after Venezuela's Ministry of Foreign Affairs on Tuesday issued a press release titled 'Venezuela thanks Indian rescuers for their assistance',

8 Jul 2026 9:40 am
Rishab Shetty Shares an Update on Kantara: Chapter 2

As the multi-talented force behind the franchise, Rishab Shetty serves as both the actor and director

8 Jul 2026 9:22 am
YSR Kadapa: Elderly Couple Dies After Electric Pole Falls on Them

Police and officials from the Electricity Department rushed to the scene and launched an investigation. The bodies were shifted to a government hospital for post-mortem examination.

8 Jul 2026 9:21 am
US Charges Bishnoi, Goldy Brar for Nijjar's Killing in Canada

In a coordinated action named 'Operation Hardball,' the law enforcement agencies of the US, Canada and Europe arrested 24 persons 11 of them in California connected to three India-based transnational organised crime groups charged with a litany of criminal acts, including Nijjar's assassination

8 Jul 2026 9:20 am
PoJK Unrest Escalates as JAAC Sets 48-Hour Deadline for Pakistan

JAAC threatened a grand and final response on July 9 to the Pakistani government if their demands remained unfulfilled

8 Jul 2026 9:11 am
Dhanush Sparks Sci-Fi Buzz with Intriguing Poster Update for 'OM'

Adding to the excitement, music composer Sai Abhyankkar also shared the same poster, hinting that he might be scoring the project.

8 Jul 2026 8:51 am
My Bharat Jodo Yatra Was Inspired by YSR's Padayatra: Rahul Gandhi

Rahul Gandhi said that YSR dedicated his life to the welfare of the people.

8 Jul 2026 8:23 am
IMD Issues Heavy Rain Alert for Many States

The weather agency also said the southwest monsoon has advanced further into Gujarat, Rajasthan and Haryana

8 Jul 2026 8:13 am
Kartik Aaryan Feels Heartbroken After Cristiano Ronaldo's Exit From FIFA World Cup 2026

Kartik Aaryan shared a heartbreak emoji while mentioning CR7 on his Instagram story following Portugal's defeat, leading to the last appearance of Ronaldo in the World Cup.

8 Jul 2026 8:03 am
CM Revanth Reddy Enjoys ArgentinaEgypt FIFA World Cup Match With Students

The match was screened on a specially installed LED screen at Shilpakala Vedika in Hyderabad.

8 Jul 2026 7:55 am
Utah Revokes License for Boarding School Where Paris Hilton Says She Was Abused as a Teen

In June, Hilton returned to the school to speak in support of two families who filed lawsuits alleging their children were mistreated there.

8 Jul 2026 7:45 am
Cargo Plane with 5 Aboard Goes Missing off Pakistan's Coast

Pakistans airport authority posted on X that search and rescue operations were underway in the Arabian Sea

8 Jul 2026 7:21 am
Jay-Z Adds London Show to 'Jay-Z 30' Concert Series Celebrating Three Decades in Music

The London performance joins previously announced shows in Paris on September 10 and Los Angeles on October 23.

8 Jul 2026 7:09 am
NATO Unveils Billions in Arms Deals as Trump Renews Greenland Push

Trump called Greenland an important part for the United States, as he repeated the false claim that its surrounded by Chinese and Russian ships and said he won't let Greenland be threatened

8 Jul 2026 7:01 am
US Revokes License that Authorized Sale of Iranian Oil

The revocation came hours after the British military said three tankers were struck by projectiles in the Strait of Hormuz

8 Jul 2026 6:39 am
LIVE: US Resumes Strikes on Iran After Attacks in Hormuz

The new assaults in the fuel-shipping waterway were the most in a single day since late April, according to the UN International Maritime Organization

8 Jul 2026 6:29 am
Wimbledon 2026: Djokovic Outlasts Auger-Aliassime To Reach Semifinals

Novak Djokovic was pushed to play more than five hours by Felix Auger-Aliassime before the seven-time Wimbledon champion prevailed 7-6 (10), 3-6, 6-3, 6-7 (4), 7-6 (4)

8 Jul 2026 4:31 am
US Launches Strikes on Iran in Response To Attacks on Ships in Hormuz

It was unclear what specifically the U.S. targeted but Iranian media said six projectiles hit the area of Taheroui pier in Sirik in southern Iran

8 Jul 2026 3:18 am
25% Wage Hike for TASMAC Employees SMAC

Announcing the salary hike, State Minister for Prohibition and Excise, K Vignesh told the media on Tuesday that strict action, including dismissal from service, would be taken against employees found selling liquor above the MRP.

8 Jul 2026 2:49 am
CM Revanth Forms Panel for Digital Governance, Day 1 Outsourced Staff Pay

The initiative is also aimed to streamline the prompt payment of salaries to contract and outsourcing employees on the first of every month

8 Jul 2026 2:27 am
UDISE+ Report: Telangana Enrolment Rises 2.9% Despite Fewer Schools; Girls Outperform Boys

The state had 43,154 schools in 2024-25. That number dropped to 41,762 this year as enrollment moved the other way, climbing from 74,57,851 to 76,76,413 students, a rise of 2.9 per cent.

8 Jul 2026 2:27 am
Heavy Rain triggers Flooding, Landslides Across Maharashtra

Landslides in the Kandati Valley of Satara district have cut off access to 16 villages and the Ambenali Ghat connecting Poladpur and Mahabaleshwar has been completely closed to traffic for the next month.

8 Jul 2026 2:20 am
Minister Laxman Kumar Challenges BJP Leaders to Push for CBI Probe into Kaleshwaram

Laxman alleged that the BJP and BRS were the same and found fault with the BJP leaders for making false statements against the state government

8 Jul 2026 1:57 am
After Entering Guinness Records, Saplings Wither Across Sites In Bengaluru

The planting of the saplings earned Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar and Bangalore Development Authority (BDA) Chairman and MLA N.A. Harris Guinness Book of Records for The most plants planted by a team in 12 hours.

8 Jul 2026 1:34 am
Bill For Harsher Punishment For Illegal Moneylenders Presented In Maharashtra Assembly

Officials said the amendments are aimed at curbing illegal money-lending and protecting farmers from harassment during debt recovery.

8 Jul 2026 1:04 am
Physiotherapists Turn to AI-Based Games for Stroke Rehabilitation

How AI-Powered Games Are Changing Stroke Rehabilitation in India

8 Jul 2026 12:52 am
FIFA World Cup 2026: Messi Scores 8th Goal, Leads in Golden Boot Race

The 21st goal of Messi's World Cup career came in the 83rd minute off an assist from Gonzalo Montiel, leveling the game at 2-2 and making up for a saved penalty kick in the 19th minute

8 Jul 2026 12:49 am
Gachibowli FIFA Academy Offers Hope for Indian Football

Sports enthusiasts have been questioning the reasons for Indias underperformance, particularly as multiple Asian teams have secured qualification.

8 Jul 2026 12:49 am
Encroachment and Waste Dumping Shrink Golcondas Historic Shah Hatim Lake

The Shah Hatim lake once spread over more than 100 acres, but only about 30 acres remained today.

8 Jul 2026 12:49 am
CM to Launch Pattadar Passbook Distribution in Banaganapalle on July 9

This marks another milestone in the government's resurvey and land records modernisation initiative.

8 Jul 2026 12:46 am
FIFA Investigating Incident Between Fan, Streamer IShowspeed At World Cup Match

The fan speaking in Spanish appeared to be telling IShowSpeed, who is Black, to go cry to the zoo

8 Jul 2026 12:43 am
Joginis Face Hurdles in Filling SIR Forms

Living as single women, Joginis suffer social stigma in villages due to the banned system. Rough estimates put their number at 30,000 in Telangana.

8 Jul 2026 12:38 am
Govt Committed to Providing Pucca Houses to All Eligible Poor: Parthasaradhi

He said chief minister Chandrababu Naidu has prioritised housing by allocating adequate funds and securing higher central assistance.

8 Jul 2026 12:36 am
Take Up Party Name Issue With ECI Only, Delhi HC Tells Kavitha

Kavithas party had filed a plea in the Delhi High Court seeking directions to the ECI that it should not ask for the dropping of the party name with the TRS initials.

8 Jul 2026 12:29 am
Concrete Mixer Operators Protest at RTO Khairatabad

The protest disrupted work at the office for nearly an hour and a half. Joint transport commissioner Dr K. Venkat Ramana assured that their demands would be discussed with higher officials.

8 Jul 2026 12:28 am
Telugu Man Arrested in US for Killing His Wife, Eight Months After Her Murder

Police also alleged that Avinash, while being married, had been involved in a secret romantic relationship with another woman from India.

8 Jul 2026 12:25 am
Wimbledon 2026: Zverev Finishes Off Lehecka After Wobble To Reach Quarters

A listless-looking Zverev lost 12 of the first 13 points to drop the third set as Lehecka came out swinging but managed to refocus to win 6-4 7-5 3-6 7-6(6)

8 Jul 2026 12:25 am
Wimbledon 2026: Muchova Downs Osaka To Set Up Semifinal Against Gauff

Muchova proved the steadier player on a sizzling Court One, producing 21 unforced errors to Osaka's 42 while the pair sent down 24 winners apiece

8 Jul 2026 12:18 am
Navy Eyes Strategic Partnership With HSL

Congratulating HSL on its transformation, Tarun Sobti described the shipyard as a trusted partner of the Indian Navy and said it would play a vital role in India's growing maritime sector.

8 Jul 2026 12:16 am
El Nio Effect Felt in Konaseema, Sowing Delayed Due to Dry Weather, Lack of Water

According to the farmers, unless the transplanting is completed before the month-end or August first week, they would have difficulty going for the rabi crops.

8 Jul 2026 12:08 am
TG RERA States Registration for Pradeep Constructions' Bliss Project Is Over, GHMC Reportedly Issues Show-Cause Notices

The regulatory action comes amid separate proceedings initiated by GHMC, the irrigation department and HYDRAA over the validity of the building permissions granted for the project.

8 Jul 2026 12:04 am