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Inspection Detect's Fungal Growth On Vegetables Stored In Star Hotels Of Bengaluru, Notices Served

Officials in a press release stated to initiate legal action wherever violations are detected. Minister of Health and Family Welfare U.T. Khader

Meghalaya Government Intensifies Anti-Tobacco Campaign in Schools and Villages

Shillong, August 8: The Meghalaya government has ramped up its efforts towards a Tobacco-Free Meghalaya initiative. On Friday, officials highligh

PM Modis Call on National Handloom Day Sparks Excitement Among Weavers and Boosts Sales

Panipat, August 8: Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended his warm wishes to the nation on National Handloom Day, honoring Indias rich handloom tr

Biren Singhs audio clip altered, says Centre; SC allows Manipur civil society group to access report

Petitioner-NGO says earlier tests had shown a 93% match linking the audio clips to the former Chief Minister; plea alleges the leader was involve

Fire Chief and Broker Arrested in Bribery Case

Ahmedabad, August 8: The Gujarat Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) apprehended a private broker on Friday for allegedly accepting a bribe of 36,000 in

Use Of Mobile Phones Causing Nearly 2% Of Fatal Road Accidents In India

Road safety studies indicate that mobile phone use while driving accounts for 1.5 to 1.9 per cent of road accidents nationwide, claiming over 3,3

Woman auto driver, allegedly denied right to work, reinstated in Keralas Kochi

The 52-year-old, who was reportedly not allowed to work for over four months after her expulsion from the CITU, was reinstated after her plight c

Residents of old age home steal the scene at fashion show for senior citizens in Keralas Thrissur

Residents of Thrissur Government Old Age Home win four honours at Niram 2026, proving confidence and creativity only grow with the years

Chhattisgarh Anti-Conversion Law Comes Into Force, Says Dep CM Sharma

Special courts will be set up to hear such cases and dispose of them within six months of registration of the case.

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Gujarat Government Doubles Development Grants for Districts Hosting National and State Celebrations

Gandhinagar, August 8: The Gujarat government, led by Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel, has announced a significant increase in development grants

Beyond national interest: role of ethics and emotions in world politics

History offers numerous examples of ethics shaping international politics. Foreign policy is not merely an exercise in strategic calculation; it

Shiv Sena Corporator Gets Bail In Doctor Assault Case; Exiled Until Chargesheet

Condemning the incident, ACJ Ghuge observed, The rule of democracy is elected representatives are by the people and for the people.

Delhi HC closes criminal cases linked to 2015 Maggi controversy

Khalin Joshi wins J&K Open

Two-time Asian Tour winner Rashid Khan (68-68-64-69) finished runner-up at 15-under 269

63-year-old digital arrest victim seeks CBI probe

Quote of the day by Vivien Leigh: 'People think that if you look fairly reasonable, you can't possibly...' - motivational quote by Oscar-winning actress of Gone with the Wind teaches life lessons on beauty, self-worth and why appearance should never define your talent

Quote of the day by Vivien Leigh: Vivien Leigh believed beauty could hinder an actress's career. She felt people underestimated talent when appea

Karnataka seeks deeper US partnerships in innovation, skilling as Shivakumar unveils Quantum City plan

Speaking at the inauguration of the QUANTUM exhibition at Science Gallery Bengaluru in the presence of US Ambassador Sergio Gor, Shivakumar said

Abdusattorov upbeat about the Olympiad at home

The former World rapid champion admits being under pressure for the showpiece but believes the squad is capable of going the distance; says he wi

Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Highlights Support for 32,000 Weavers in Handloom Sector

Itanagar, August 8: Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu emphasized the states rich weaving tradition, noting that over 32,000 handloom w

Study cites Soligas of Biligiri as an example against fortress conservation approach

New research article highlights the need to understand and recognise the importance of Adivasi peoples connections, knowledge and skills in fores

42 crore of lapses in 3 years: CAG report on AAPs power subsidies tabled in Assembly

Audit, tabled on the first day of Monsoon Session, also flags 220.59 cr. in tax, fee discrepancies in 145 cases; Opposition party criticises BJP

Man Gets Three-Year Jail Term In Pocso Case

After the trial, Special Pocso Court Judge K. Shailaja found the accused guilty and awarded the sentence.

Over 487,000 Women Register for Delhi Laxmi Scheme

New Delhi, August 8: The Delhi Laxmi Scheme has seen significant engagement, with over 487,000 women registering on the portal by Friday night. A

US Senate passes sweeping Russia sanctions bill, House vote next

A bipartisan Senate vote advances tougher economic pressure on Russia while setting up a contentious House debate over presidential tariff powers

Telangana Named Top State for Cybercrime Control in PMO's PRAGATI Review

Anand said the achievement reflected the professionalism, dedication and coordinated efforts of the entire bureau

New Defense Pact Among Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, and Turkey Raises Strategic Concerns for India

New Delhi, August 8: A recently signed Makkah Joint Defense Agreement among Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, and Turkey is being viewed as a significant s

Psychology says people who drive slowly in fast lanes, highways or expressways aren't always oblivious to other drivers: What this behavior reveals?

Psychology says people who drive slowly in fast lanes, highways or expressways aren't always unaware of traffic. Their behaviour may involve cont

Centre backs most of IT panel's suggestions to curb fake news

The Centre accepted nine of twelve recommendations to curb fake news. Replies to three contentious issues, including defining fake news, were def

'It's time for action': Senate passes Graham Russia sanctions bill; Trump gets new tariff powers

'It's time for action': Senate passes Graham Russia sanctions bill; Trump gets new tariff powers

SEBI clarifies off-market sale of unlisted shares to up to 200 buyers not a public issue

SEBI, in its informal guidance made public on Friday, said that these transactions are secondary transfers by an existing shareholder and do not

Supreme Court allows HC to hear government's $3.8 billion claim against Reliance Industries

The issue related to a 2016 final partial award of $3.86 billion, including interest, in favour of oil ministry towards cost recovery and reimbur

Saints Gather in Vrindavan for Krishna Janmabhoomi Temple Plans Ahead of Shila Poojan

Vrindavan, August 8: A significant meeting of saints took place in Vrindavan on August 7, focusing on the grand temple construction at Krishna Ja

Thermax shares recover after Q1 profit fall 85% YoY

The companys consolidated net profit fell to 22 crore in the first quarter of FY2026-27 from 151.45 crore in the corresponding quarter of the pre

Rupee posts strongest week since March on RBI support

The Indian rupee sees its strongest weekly gain since March, bolstered by RBI interventions and easing oil prices

No Indian umpire at Hockey WC after 28 years, veterans say focus should be on structured pathway

Raghu Prasad, the first Asian umpire to officiate in 200 international matches before retiring last year, said appointments for elite events are

MAGAs Marjorie Taylor Greene Says U.S., NATO Fought Proxy War Against Russia Through Ukraine

Former US congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene says Washington and other NATO governments have basically funded and fought a proxy war with Russi

What Did CENTCOM Track? Mystery Object Over Mideast Enters Pentagons Unsolved UFO Files

Newly released Pentagon footage shows a bright, unidentified object moving above what appears to be a densely built Middle Eastern city. Recorded

TASMAC scam case: Supreme Court stays FIR against DMKs Senthil Balaji

Issues notice to Tamil Nadu government on his plea challenging the Madras High Courts refusal to grant him anticipatory bail in the alleged TASMA

US appeals court blocks Trumps $400 million White House ballroom project

A federal appeals court has paused a high-profile White House construction project, setting up another major constitutional battle over president

Cauvery row: Pro-Kannada outfits announce State-wide bandh on Aug 13

The announcement was made by pro-Kannada activist Vatal Nagaraj following a meeting convened by pro-Kannada organisations in Bengaluru to discuss

Ashfaq breaks U20 national record in 400m, Amanat finishes 6th in women's discus final

The 19-year-old Ashfaq clocked 45.81 seconds to finish second behind USA's Jayden DeLeon (45.63s) in the first round heat 5 and fourth overall to

Ashfaq breaks U20 national record in 400m, Amanat finishes 6th in women's discus final

The 19-year-old Ashfaq clocked 45.81 seconds to finish second behind USA's Jayden DeLeon (45.63s) in the first round heat 5 and fourth overall to

Mumbai records more than 13,600 property registrations in July 2026, highest in 14 years: Report

The state government collected 1,223 crore in stamp duty during the month, reflecting an 8.9% growth compared to July 2025

Nifty tops 24,400 as Financials, Auto stocks shine; IT trims morning losses

Bajaj Finance jumps 8.60%, Mahindra & Mahindra advances 4.66%

Cyber Fraud in Noida:

Noida, August 8: Cybercriminals have defrauded three individuals in Noida of a staggering 1.38 crore by luring them with promises of high returns

IndiGo to decide on next aircraft order in 2030 after assessing new-generation planes: Rahul Bhatia

Next-generation aircraft generally refer to planes incorporating advanced technologies and lower emissions

Adilabad District Losing Economic Opportunities as Tourism, Forest Departments Fail

Adilabad's waterfalls, forests and eco-tourism destinations remain underdeveloped due to inadequate infrastructure and poor coordination between

Trump announces deal for Hamas to disarm in Gaza, but many hurdles and uncertainty remain

The White House announcement comes nine months after a US-brokered ceasefire was signed

'Golden Boy' Neeraj can sometimes get silver too, he is human after all: Sumariwalla

Sumariwalla said Chopra's extraordinary consistency on the global stage since creating the still-standing junior world record of 86.48m in 2016,

SC Judge V Mohana recuses from hearing Senthil Balaji's anticipatory bail plea

The bench headed by Chief Justice Surya Kant informed the court about the recusal of Justice Mohana and said that he, alongwith Justice Joymalya

7 Stocks to Watch, July 31: Infosys, GRSE, M&M, Tata Power, Astra Microwave, Navin Fluorine, Fischer Medical

Major triggers for Infosys, GRSE, M&M, Tata Power, Astra Microwave, Navin Fluorine, Fischer Medical

Elvish Yadav Discusses His Transformation from Bad Boy to Fan Favorite

Mumbai, August 8: Actor and content creator Elvish Yadav, who is featured in the fifth season of the streaming reality show Playground, recently

Kerala can become Indias model AI governance State

Annual reports are no longer enough and Artificial Intelligence can make the State a model for smarter governance

Asian stocks post biggest gain in four months on AI optimism

South Koreas Kospi led the rally, surging as much as 17% thanks to heavyweights Samsung Electronics Co. and SK Hynix Inc., while Taiwanese stocks

Delhi HC orders Google to remove more videos in Isha Foundation defamation case

Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Turkiye sign joint defence pact amid West Asia tensions

The landmark agreement deepens defence cooperation among three key regional powers as security concerns intensify across West Asia and nearby wat

India, Bhutan sign 4,000-crore LoC agreement

The fifth India-Bhutan Development Cooperation Talks focused on the implementation of projects under Bhutan's 13th Five-Year Plan

Crude oil falls more than $1 on greater flows despite US-Iran war

Crude oil is edging lower as rising tension Middle East tension is being offset by signs of increased flows in the Strait of Hormuz

Aadhaar Holders Can Buy Subsidised Rice: Manohar

Reviewing the functioning of the outlets through a video conference from Kakinada with civil supplies commissioner Kannababu, district officials

The changing logic of the India-U.S. partnership

Indias challenge is to build capabilities that make it an indispensable U.S. partner

The changing logic of the India-U.S. partnership

Indias challenge is to build capabilities that make it an indispensable U.S. partner

Pay wall: On a charge on UPI transactions

Removing UPIs free nature will not only be unpopular but also unfair

Pay wall: On a charge on UPI transactions

Removing UPIs free nature will not only be unpopular but also unfair

Sensex, Nifty open flat amid global tech rally; Financials surge, IT bleeds

Bajaj Finance gains most, TCS top loser

India fights back after young Lankan batters excel on opening day

If day's performance is an indicator, off-spinner Saransh Jain (0/54 in 11 overs) will find it difficult to be in contention with both Kuldeep (2

Johnson Grammar and Vivek Vardhini Shine at Kargil Meet

Senior Girls Kabaddi: Vivek Vardhini High School bt St Johns High School 24-18, Chaitanya Bharati bt Naveena School 20-7, Nagarjuna School bt Tak

Monsoon Session: Lok Sabha to take up Births & Deaths Amendment Bill, SC Judges Bill; RS to table MSME Amendment Bill

Upper House will also take up statements by ministers on the implementation of recommendations of various Department-related Parliamentary Standi

Population of Butterflies in Vizag's Eastern Ghats Declining, Say Hikers

Hikers and conservationists in Visakhapatnam have raised concerns over the declining butterfly population in the Eastern Ghats, attributing it to

Jeeram Ghati Naxal Attack Verdict Expected August 10 After 12-Year Trial

The final argument in the court in the case is scheduled to be held on August ten, government pleader Dinesh Panigrahi said.

Prudent approach: On the RBIs interest rate-setting committee meeting

The RBI did well to hold interest rates, but inflationary pressures remain

Prudent approach: On the RBIs interest rate-setting committee meeting

The RBI did well to hold interest rates, but inflationary pressures remain

Trump mulls $100,000 fee for international students seeking to work in US after graduation: Report

The proposal could significantly raise the cost of post-study employment for foreign graduates and reshape international student choices in the U

Assam Chief Minister Urges Students to Focus on Education Amidst Distractions

Guwahati, August 8: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has advised students to concentrate on their studies. He emphasized that education i

Hyderabads new elevated corridor reshapes a neighbourhood, one shop at a time

As Paradise-Shamirpet elevated corridor takes shape, decades-old shops and neighbourhood landmarks along Lothkuntas Rajiv Rahadari are disappeari

Fusion Klassroom Edutech raises 11.08 crore from anchor investors ahead of IPO

The edtech company secured anchor investment ahead of its SME listing as it prepares to fund technology, expansion and debt repayment.

Gwalior Telecom Manufacturing Zone to attract 12,000 crore investment: Scindia

The new telecom manufacturing hub aims to boost domestic production, attract major investments and create thousands of jobs in Madhya Pradesh.

Errors, delays in Family Register Certificates worry applicants amid SIR

Quote of the day by Christopher Walken: 'At its best, life is...' Life lessons from inspirational quote on spontaneity, flexibility, excitement and authenticity

Quote of the day by Christopher Walken says, At its best, life is completely unpredictable. The line looks at uncertainty as part of life. It sug

Stallions, Gladiators Are Basketball Champions

In the first quarter of the Youth Girls final, Pavani of Gladiators scored 6 points with support of Khushboo. In second quarter the Gladiators ad

India-based Skiez Travels among six sanctioned by US over Mahan Air network

The latest US sanctions target companies accused of helping Irans Mahan Air sustain operations through commercial and logistics support.

A.P. to procure 1,600 MW thermal power through competitive bidding

Major Crackdown on 25,000 Liters of Ghee Sales in Indore

Indore, August 8: In a significant move, the food department in Indore, Madhya Pradesh, has halted the sale of 25,000 liters of pure ghee from a

Maharashtra FDA drive: Hotel industry calls for consultative approach on food safety

Hospitality industry bodies backed stronger food safety checks while urging regulators to prioritise corrective measures before punitive action a

Police probe alleged deposit-based packaging job scam in Devanahalli

Quote of the Day by William Shakespeare: Reputation is an idle and most false imposition, oft got without merit and lost without deserving.

Shakespeare's timeless insight sheds light on how fragile reputation is in today's world. Public opinion can easily elevate or tarnish an individ

Anti-Khalistani Terrorist Gursimran Mand Assaulted In Ambala

International Anti-Khailistani Terrorist Front (IAKTF) chief Gursimran Singh Mand was assaulted on Friday by a mob outside Gurudwara Shri Panjokh

Dominant Praggnanandhaa makes the winning moves at St. Louis Rapid and Blitz

The 20-year-old finished with 23.5 points, comfortably ahead of Javokhir Sindarov of Uzbekistan, the contender for the world championship title t

Scrap warehouse catches fire in RT Nagar

Minister Deepak Prakash can remain minister after MLC nomination, Bihar government informs SC

Bihar government informed the Supreme Court about minister Deepak Prakash's MLC nomination. He has now taken his oath as a Member of the Legislat