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New Delhi, August 17: A great opportunity has emerged for youth seeking government jobs. The Indian Computer Emergency Response Team, known as CERT-In or ICERT, has officially announced the recruitment of eligible candidates for a total of 133 Scientist-B positions across various subjects. The application deadline is fast approaching, with only a few weeks left. ... Read more Exciting Job Opportunity: 133 Scientist Positions Open at ICERT

Dhaka, August 17: Bangladeshs Finance and Planning Minister, Amir Khosru Mahmud Chowdhury, stated on Sunday that the ongoing energy crisis in the country will take at least two years to resolve. According to the minister, solutions to the electricity and gas issues cannot be achieved within six months or a year; a minimum of two ... Read more Bangladeshs Energy Crisis Expected to Last Two More Years, Says Minister

Kanpur, August 17: Shia cleric Maulana Yasub Abbas has called for respect towards Vande Mataram, urging political parties to refrain from using religion for electoral gains. He emphasized that the nations progress relies on education, employment, and development. In an interview, Maulana Yasub Abbas stated, It is completely wrong to interrupt Vande Mataram. As our ... Read more Respect for Vande Mataram is Essential: Maulana Yasub Abbas Critiques Political Use of Religion

Athens, August 17: A devastating wildfire on Salamina Island in Greece has resulted in the tragic deaths of two individuals, with four others injured. The Greek national broadcaster ERT reported that the bodies were discovered during firefighting operations on Sunday. The unidentified victims were found near the area where the fire ignited around noon in ... Read more Tragic Wildfire Claims Two Lives on Salamina Island, Greece

Dispur, August 17: A significant opportunity has arisen for youth aspiring to work in the railway sector. The Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) has announced the recruitment of 6,777 apprentice positions under the Apprentices Act of 1961. This recruitment aims to provide training in various trades across its workshops, divisions, and units. The vacancies are distributed ... Read more Northeast Frontier Railway Invites Applications for 6,777 Apprentice Positions

New Delhi, August 17: The UGC-NET June 2026 examinations for English, Commerce, and Sociology will be re-conducted. The National Testing Agency (NTA) has decided to hold these re-examinations due to a significant number of serious errors found in the question papers of these subjects. Complaints regarding language and spelling errors, along with a high frequency ... Read more UGC-NET June 2026: Re-examinations for English, Commerce, and Sociology Announced

Vijayawada, August 17: The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has arrested a senior railway official and a private individual for accepting a bribe of 1.5 million. The arrests were made on Sunday, accompanied by simultaneous raids at locations in Visakhapatnam, Vijayawada, Pithapuram, and Hyderabad. According to an official statement, the senior section engineer, Bapiraju, who ... Read more Senior Railway Engineer Arrested for Accepting Bribe in Vijayawada

Mumbai, August 17: The All Indian Cine Workers Association (AICWA) has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of actress Ananya Raj. She tragically passed away at the age of 27 on July 15, 2026. Her family made the announcement public nearly a month later, on Sunday. AICWA shared a heartfelt tribute on the social media ... Read more AICWA Mourns the Untimely Passing of Actress Ananya Raj

Mumbai, August 17: Abu Azmi, the state president of the Samajwadi Party and a legislator, openly discussed several pressing issues, including Article 370, the national anthem controversy in Kerala, renaming cities, and the politics of hatred. He emphasized the need for development and brotherhood in the country, rather than division. While addressing Article 370, Azmi ... Read more Kashmirs Ongoing Struggles: Abu Azmi Speaks Out on Article 370 and Minority Rights

Hyderabad, August 17: The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has announced a recruitment notification for various temporary research positions at the National Remote Sensing Centre (NRSC). A total of 48 vacancies have been declared, with the application deadline set for August 21. Among the 48 positions available, there are 14 for Research Scientists, 3 for ... Read more ISRO-NRSC Recruitment Alert: Apply for 48 Positions Including Research Scientist by August 21

Patna, August 17: Tejashwi Yadav, the leader of the opposition in Bihar, has criticized the state government for deteriorating law and order. He claims that paper leaks and irregularities are affecting competitive examinations in the state. Yadav demanded accountability from the state government regarding the alleged police shooting of students protesting against paper leaks in ... Read more Tejashwi Yadav to Lead March Against Paper Leaks and Violence in Bihar

New Delhi, August 17: The National Capital Region Transport Corporation (NCRTC) has issued an official notification announcing vacancies for various positions aimed at individuals seeking government jobs. A total of 17 positions are available, including 4 Deputy General Manager/Electrical, 5 Assistant Manager/Electrical, and 8 Engineering Associate-I/Electrical roles. The online application process commenced on July 23 ... Read more NCRTC Announces Recruitment for Candidates Aged 62 and Below, A

Guwahati, August 17: The Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) has made substantial strides in safety, modernization, passenger connectivity, freight transport, and green energy in 2026. NFRs General Manager, Chetan Kumar Srivastava, emphasized that the railways top priority is ensuring passenger and operational safety under the principle of 100 percent safety, zero risk. Speaking at an event ... Read more NFR Prioritizes Safety, Modernization, and Connectivity, Achieves Significant Growth in 2026

New Delhi, August 17: Star footballer Cristiano Ronaldo has hinted that his illustrious football career may come to an end after the current season. The 41-year-old player acknowledged that this is possibly his last year in the sport. Ronaldo has a contract with Saudi Pro League club Al-Nassr that runs until June 2027. The Portuguese ... Read more Cristiano Ronaldo Hints at Retirement: This Might Be My Last Year

New Delhi, August 17: Bangladeshs Prime Minister Tarique Rahman has set conditions for his visit to India, as stated by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. According to foreign affairs expert Wael Awad, Bangladesh and India should not let the issue of Sheikh Hasina hold their relations hostage. He emphasized the importance of dialogue on significant ... Read more Bangladesh-India Relations Should Not Be Held Hostage to Sheikh Hasinas Issue, Says Expert

Mumbai, August 17: The Bombay High Court has granted bail to a Kerala student arrested on drug possession charges on October 14, 2024, nearly one year and ten months later. The student had moved to Pune for studies and was held in Pune Jail. The court considered his prolonged incarceration while granting bail. Lawyer Ali ... Read more Bombay High Court Grants Bail to Kerala Student in Drug Case, Questions Lack of Videography

Sana, August 17: Yemens government forces announced on Sunday that they conducted 181 military operations against Houthi rebels in areas under their control over the past 24 hours. This marks a significant escalation in the ongoing conflict between the two sides. Major General Majid Al-Nujaili, a spokesperson for the government forces, stated in a message ... Read more Yemens Government Launches Major Military Campaign Against Houthis, Claims 181 Operations in 24 Hours

Lucknow, August 17: Former Uttar Pradesh DGP and BJP Rajya Sabha member Brij Lal has backed Prime Minister Narendra Modis statements regarding Naxalism and urban Naxals. He emphasized that armed Naxalism has nearly been eradicated in the country. However, he stressed the need to monitor the so-called intellectual Naxals active in urban areas. Lal criticized ... Read more Former DGP Brij Lal Supports PM Modis Stance on Urban Naxals

New Delhi, August 17: Dr. Swarn Singh, a professor at the Jawaharlal Nehru Universitys Institute of International Studies, stated that Bangladesh Prime Minister Tariq Rahman is keen on creating a favorable environment for his visit to India. He noted that there is over a 50% chance that PM Rahman will visit India and engage in ... Read more Bangladesh PM Tariq Rahmans Visit to India: Over 50% Likelihood, Says JNU Professor

Chennai, August 17: K. Annamalai, founder of We the Leaders and former president of the Tamil Nadu BJP, accused several ministers from the Tamil Nadu government, led by the Tamilaga Vetria Kazhagam (TVK), of demanding commissions ranging from 2 to 4 percent on government tenders. Annamalai did not name any specific ministers nor did he ... Read more Allegations of Corruption Surface Against Tamil Nadu Ministers by K. Annamalai

New Delhi, August 17: Air India announced on Sunday that all its flights to and from Visakhapatnam International Airport will now operate from the newly inaugurated Alluri Sitarama Raju International Airport in Bhogapuram starting August 17. The airport code VTZ will remain unchanged. The airline stated it will continue to offer 14 weekly flights between ... Read more Air India to Operate All Flights from New Alluri Sitarama Raju Airport in Bhogapuram from August 17

Kolkata, August 16: East Bengal FC secured their place in the semifinals of the 135th IndianOil Durand Cup by defeating Indian Army FT 1-0 in a quarterfinal match on Sunday. The decisive goal came from PV Vishnu in the 38th minute, courtesy of a header. The match took place at the Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan. ... Read more East Bengal FC Advances to Semifinals with Victory Over Indian Army FT in Durand Cup

Mumbai, August 16: Mumbai police have arrested a 27-year-old Bangladeshi woman for allegedly residing in India without valid travel documents. According to the police, the woman was deported to Bangladesh in July 2026 but reportedly re-entered India illegally, arriving in Mumbai. The woman has been identified as Nadera Sultana. On August 15, the Gamdevi police ... Read more Bangladeshi Woman Arrested in Mumbai for Illegal Re-entry After Deportation

Chandigarh, August 16: BJP national spokesperson Jaiveer Shergill met with Akali Dal president Sukhbir Singh Badal on Sunday to inquire about his health. In a post on the social media platform X, Shergill expressed his wishes for Badals swift recovery. Badal has suffered serious injuries and is currently undergoing treatment, having received 150 stitches. Sukhbir ... Read more BJP Leader Jaiveer Shergill Visits Sukhbir Singh Badal, Wishes for Quick Recovery

New Delhi, August 16: BJP leader Gaurav Vallabh has criticized Congress leader Rahul Gandhi regarding the recent police action against students in Jharkhand, which involved baton charges and tear gas. Vallabh accused Gandhi of engaging in selective criticism and urged him to withdraw support from the Hemant Soren government in Jharkhand. He also demanded an ... Read more Rahul Gandhi Accused of Selective Criticism by BJP Leader Gaurav Vallabh

Kolkata, August 16: Family members have accused the RG Kar Medical College and Hospital in Kolkata of negligence following the death of a young man. The incident occurred on Sunday, prompting the family to take to social media, urging West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari and State Health Minister Sharadwat Mukherjee to investigate and reform ... Read more Outrage in Kolkata After Young Man Dies Due to Alleged Medical Negligence

Mumbai, August 16: The National Chemicals and Fertilizers Limited (RCFL) has announced a recruitment notification for 94 Management Trainee positions across various disciplines. This opportunity is open to eligible candidates eager to join the workforce. The available positions include 32 Management Trainees in Chemical, 6 in Boiler, 4 in Mechanical, 10 in Electrical, 9 in ... Read more RCFL Recruitment 2026: Apply for 94 Management Trainee Positions by August 24

New Delhi, August 16: The Congress party has announced significant organizational changes within its Meghalaya unit. This move is part of an ongoing effort to strengthen the partys structure, leading to the appointment of new officials and the formation of key committees effective immediately. According to a statement from KC Venugopal, the partys General Secretary ... Read more Congress Announces Major Organizational Changes in Meghalaya

Jamui, August 16: Bihar Chief Minister Samrat Chaudhary announced plans for the construction of 100 new modern bus stands across the state on Sunday. These bus stands will feature all modern amenities aimed at improving road transport connectivity and strengthening urban infrastructure, thereby accelerating industrial development in the region. This announcement was made during the ... Read more Bihar to Build 100 Modern Bus Stands to Enhance Transport Connectivity

New Delhi, August 16: The Out of Delhi Warriors secured a thrilling victory against Old Delhi 6 by 21 runs in the 29th match of the Delhi Premier League (DPL) 2026 on Sunday. With five wins out of seven matches, the Out of Delhi Warriors climbed to second place in the DPL 2026 points table, ... Read more Out of Delhi Warriors Triumph in DPL 2026 with Stellar Performance

Wellington, August 16: Tibetans opposing Chinas Ethnic Unity and Progress Law are reportedly facing surveillance and harassment. A Tibetan individual residing in New Zealand has made these claims to local media. According to Radio New Zealand (RNZ), a Tibetan named Gaden stated that he is aware of instances where individuals have been pressured by Chinese ... Read more Tibetans Accuse China of Harassment Over Ethnic Unity Law

New Delhi, August 16: A significant opportunity has emerged for job seekers in the banking sector. The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has released an official notification for the recruitment of Customer Service Associates (CSA) under the Common Recruitment Process. A total of 11,403 positions are available across various states and union territories in ... Read more IBPS Announces 11,403 Customer Service Associate Positions

Chandigarh, August 16: The Punjab government has implemented a significant administrative reshuffle within the police department, involving the transfer of 12 Indian Police Service (IPS) officers and 112 Punjab Police Service (PPS) officers. Orders issued by the Home Department state that all transfers and new appointments are effective immediately. Among the IPS officers, V. Neerja ... Read more Major Reshuffle in Punjab Police: Transfers of 12 IPS and 112 PPS Officers Announced

Guwahati, August 16: Good news has emerged for those in the sports community looking to secure a job with the railway. The Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) has issued an official notification inviting applications for a total of 56 positions for qualified athletes across various sports. The 56 vacancies include positions for archery (women, compound) ... Read more Northeast Frontier Railway Announces Recruitment for Athletes, Applications Open Until August 24

Memphis, August 16: The St. Jude Championship, the first of three playoff events on the PGA Tour, did not yield a great day for the four Indian-origin players. None of them managed to score under par, but three players still have a chance to qualify for the next tournament. Only the top 50 players in ... Read more Bhatia, Rai, and Thigala Secure Playoff Spots at St. Jude Championship

New Delhi, August 16: The Delhi BJPs media chief and spokesperson, Praveen Shankar Kapoor, condemned the alleged harassment of a Dalit activist by Shrichand Vohra, husband of Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) councilor Hema, during a press conference on Sunday. Kapoor also raised concerns about Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwals silence on the matter. Kapoor, along with ... Read more BJP Questions Kejriwals Silence on Dalit Activists Harassment in Delhi

New Delhi, August 16: A promising opportunity has emerged for job seekers in the banking sector. The Small Industries Development Bank of India (SIDBI) has announced vacancies for 50 Consultant Credit Analyst (CCA) positions on a fully contractual basis for a duration of three years. The deadline for applications is set for August 21. Among ... Read more SIDBI Recruitment Alert: 50 Consultant Credit Analyst Positions Available, Apply by August 21

Muscat, August 16: The Indian Navy announced on Sunday that its ships marked Indias maritime presence at various foreign ports, including Muscat, Ponta Delgada, and Djibouti, in celebration of Independence Day. In a post on the social media platform X, the Navy stated, With the tricolor flying high, the Indian Navy has conveyed Indias spirit ... Read more Indian Navy Showcases Maritime Presence Abroad on Independence Day

Kolkata, August 16: The West Bengal government has officially launched the Ayushman Bharat scheme, and Minister Agnimitra Paul expressed her happiness regarding this initiative. She also criticized the Congress party over the Vande Mataram controversy. As of August 16, the Ayushman Bharat-Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB-PMJAY) has commenced in West Bengal. This scheme will ... Read more West Bengal Launches Ayushman Bharat Scheme Amid Political Controversy

Patna, August 16: The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Ravi Shankar Prasad launched a sharp attack on senior Congress leader P. Chidambaram for his comment referring to mental Naxals on Sunday. The BJP questioned the meaning behind Chidambarams controversial remarks. Chidambarams response to Prime Minister Narendra Modis identification of mental Naxals during his Independence Day ... Read more BJP Criticizes Chidambaram Over Mental Naxal Comment

Mumbai, August 16: The ongoing student protests in Jharkhand against alleged irregularities in the JPSC and JSSC recruitment exams have garnered support from the film industry and social activists. Actress and social worker Kunika Sadanand arrived in Ranchi from Mumbai on Sunday to meet with the protesting students at the Jaipal Singh Munda Stadium. During ... Read more Actress Kunika Sadanand Supports Student Protests in Ranchi

Ranchi, August 16: In a thrilling quarter-final match of the 135th Durand Cup, SC Delhi triumphed over FC Rangdai with a score of 5-1, securing their place in the semifinals. This victory marks the end of a remarkable debut campaign for Rangdai at the quarter-final stage. The match, held at the Birsa Munda Football Stadium, ... Read more SC Delhi Dominates FC Rangdai 5-1 to Secure Semifinal Spot in Durand Cup

Beirut, August 16: Despite being far from home, the Indian battalion deployed under the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) celebrated Indias 80th Independence Day with great enthusiasm and patriotism at the Indbat headquarters, UNP 4-2 in Southern Lebanon. The event was graced by the Indian Ambassador to Lebanon, His Excellency Mohammad Noor Rahman ... Read more India Celebrates 80th Independence Day in Southern Lebanon with Pride and Festivity

New Delhi, August 16: The National Testing Agency (NTA) has decided to conduct re-examinations for the UGC-NET June 2026 papers in English, Commerce, and Sociology. This decision follows the discovery of significant factual, typographical, translation, and language errors in these three question papers. In a public notice released on Sunday, the NTA stated that the ... Read more NTA Announces Re-examination Dates for UGC-NET Papers Due to Errors

New Delhi, August 16: The political landscape in India has heated up over the Vande Mataram issue. BJP MP Dharmshila Gupta has responded to Congress MLA Arif Masoods statements and complaints against Sonia Gandhi, asserting that Vande Mataram represents the soul and cultural consciousness of India. She accused Praniti Shinde, Rahul Gandhi, and Sonia Gandhi ... Read more Political Tensions Rise Over Vande Mataram Controversy as BJP and Congress Clash

New Delhi, August 16: The nation is remembering former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee on his death anniversary. In this context, a BJP leader from Punjab shared an emotional story highlighting the deep respect and admiration between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his mentor, Vajpayee. The social media account Modi Story, which shares inspiring tales ... Read more PM Modi Remembers Atal Bihari Vajpayee with Deep Respect on His Death Anniversary

Amaravati, August 16: The Monsoon session of the Andhra Pradesh Assembly will commence on Monday. Key topics for discussion include the impact of El Nio, issues concerning farmers, and the progress of the Amaravati capital project. Governor S. Abdul Nazeer has called for the Monsoon session in both the Assembly and the Legislative Council. The ... Read more Andhra Pradesh Assembly Monsoon Session Set to Begin on August 17

Gonda, August 16: BJP legislator Pratik Bhushan Singh has welcomed the state governments ban on analog dairy products. He emphasized the need for strict action against those producing adulterated milk, cheese, and other dairy items, stating that adulteration has now become an organized crime. Pratik Bhushan Singh remarked, Adulteration has turned into a severe organized ... Read more BJP Legislator Praises Ban on Analog Dairy Products, Calls Adulteration an Organized Crime

Brussels, August 16: A devastating wildfire in Belgiums High Fence area has consumed approximately 3,000 hectares by Sunday morning. This incident is being reported as the largest wildfire in the countrys history, with several hotspots still active in various regions. Governor Herve Jamart of Lige stated that around 600 residents are still unable to return ... Read more Massive Wildfire in Belgium Burns 3,000 Hectares; Hotspots Still Active

Chennai, August 16: Protests against the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) are ongoing in Chennai, despite a new resolution passed by the Tamil Nadu Assembly. Demonstrators argue that the interests of underprivileged and marginalized students cannot be protected without completely abolishing NEET. Separate movements are taking place in Thiruvottiyur and Egmore. In Thiruvottiyur, former ... Read more Protests Against NEET Continue in Chennai Despite Tamil Nadu Assembly Resolution