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Tragic Hotel Fire in Kolkata Claims Nine Lives, Including a Child

Kolkata, August 19: A devastating fire broke out at a hotel on Free School Street in Kolkatas New Market area during the midnight hours between T

Tukaram Mundhe explains how the sale of prohibited gutka will be controlled across Maharashtra

Tania Sachdev: The Glamour Girl of Chess Who Won Her First International Title at Age Eight

New Delhi, August 19: Tania Sachdev is a prominent name in the world of Indian chess. She is not only an accomplished chess player but also a suc

Tukaram Mundhe led-FDA ordered to pay Rs 5 lakh fine to a Pune sweet shop for suspending licence despite 98% compliance

Bombay High Court has ordered Tukaram Mundhe-led Maharashtra FDA to pay Rs 5 lakh compensation to a Pune sweets shop after questioning the contin

Powerball jackpot climbs to $48 million for August 19 drawing - Here's what Wednesday night's winner could take home

Powerball jackpot August 19: Winning the Powerball jackpot remains an extraordinary long shot. Players must correctly select five white balls and

Government Approves Incentive Scheme To Expand Domestic Piped Natural Gas Connections Across India

US, Canada reach deal to delay 50% tariffs on Canadian imports: Trump

President Donald Trump said Tuesday he was delaying the 50 per cent US tariffs on USD 20 billion worth of Canadian imports after the two countrie

Maha govt makes snakebite notifiable disease, reporting of cases compulsory

The Maharashtra government has declared snakebite a notifiable disease, making it mandatory for all hospitals, medical colleges and healthcare pr

In T.N., Tahsildar suspended for ordering collection of details of Communist party members

M. Ayyasamy, the tahsildar of Guziliamparai in Dindigul district, issued the order on August 18 and directed officials to submit the details by t

Mohanlal announces seven-film lineup with Priyadarshan, Jeethu Joseph and Malayalam cinema's top directors

There's good news for fans of Malayalam superstar Mohanlal, as the National Award-winning actor has revealed an impressive seven-film lineup feat

L&T Technology Services wins $75 million-plus deal from global tech firm

The Larsen & Toubro (L&T) subsidiary said the deal involves deploying its Engineering Intelligence (EI) capabilities across the client's end-to-e

Maharashtra makes snakebite a notifiable disease; reporting of cases compulsory

The move comes after three tribal schoolgirls died and three others were hospitalised after a venomous snake bit them at a state government-aided

Indian-American Pia Dandiya wins Democratic nomination for Florida 22 district

Dandiya bagged 68.6% of the votes to defeat Kaysia Earley, a lawyer, who managed to gather 31.4%

Mentalist Karan Singh Exits The Traitors-2, Predicts Reality Shows Will Thrive in AI Era

Mumbai, August 19: Renowned mentalist Karan Singh has recently exited the web reality show The Traitors-2. In an exclusive interview with IANS, h

Shadow of price rise looms over Onam Pookkalam

Vendors believe business may improve once educational institutions close and people fully enter the Onam mood

Fire breaks out in Old City

Hyderabad: A fire broke out on the third floor of a three-storey building in the Fateh Darwaza area of Hyderabads Old City on Wednesday morning,

Pant scripts history, leapfrogs Gill to become Indias top WTC run-scorer

In a remarkable feat, Rishabh Pant has now taken the lead in India's World Test Championship run charts, overtaking Shubman Gill following his im

Kolkata fire: At least nine dead in massive hotel fire

Five fire tenders were pressed into service to douse the blaze that erupted at a hotel on Mirza Galib Street in central Kolkata around 1.45 am.

Massive Kolkata hotel fire kills 9, several injured

The blaze erupted around 2 a.m.; at least 15 others were rescued from the hotel

At least 9 killed, six injured in massive fire at hotel in Kolkata

At least nine people died, and six were injured in a fire at a hotel on Mirza Galib Street in central Kolkata early on Wednesday night, police sa

Threatening friends and courting enemies in Trump's 'upside-down world'

The president's hostility to allies like Oman, Canada, South Korea, and his affection for adversaries like North Korea, may still shock some. But

IMD warns of heavy rain, thunderstorms across India till August 24

The India Meteorological Department has forecast heavy rain, thunderstorms and gusty winds across several parts of India, including Delhi, till A

Amit Shah to arrive in Chennai today for southern state CM

Chennai, Aug 19 (IANS) Union Home Minister Amit Shah will arrive in Chennai on Wednesday evening to chair the 31st Southern Zonal Council meeting

Apoorva Makhija shifts to New York, reveals why she decided to leave India

Mumbai, August 19 (IANS) Indian content creator Apoorva Makhija, popularly known as Rebel Kid, has shifted base to New York. The influencer revea

Bihar: Tejashwi Yadav to lead march to Raj Bhavan today against paper leaks and Siwan firing

Patna, Aug 19 (IANS) Bihar Leader of Opposition and RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav said his party will march to Raj Bhavan on Wednesday to put pressur

US violent crime posts record fall: FBI

Washington, Aug 19 (IANS) The United States recorded its largest year-to-year decline in the violent crime rate in nearly nine decades in 2025, w

Rubio, UAE security chief discuss Iran

Washington, Aug 19 (IANS) US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and the United Arab Emirates National Security Advisor, Sheikh Tahnoon bin Zayed Al N

FBI data record 189 anti-Sikh, 32 anti-Hindu hate crime offences in 2025

Washington, Aug 19 (IANS) US law enforcement agencies recorded as many as 189 anti-Sikh and 32 anti-Hindu hate crime offences in 2025, according

Indian-American Pia Dandiya wins Democratic primary in Florida

Washington, Aug 19 (IANS) Indian-American educator Pia Dandiya has won the Democratic primary for Floridas 22nd Congressional District, setting u

Pentagon weighs reducing US military presence in Persian Gulf after Iran war: Report

Washington, Aug 19 (IANS) The Pentagon is evaluating whether to reduce the US military presence in the Persian Gulf after the Iran war, as extens

In Meta's trial, families of social media victims see pivotal moment for online safety

This lawsuit is not focused on any individual person, case or specific harm tied to social media, but rather broader claims that Meta made decisi

Ahmedabad Police Bust International 'Boss Scam' Cyber Ring; CP Gehlot Reveals Pakistan-China Links

The Commissioner further informed that the accused were involved in providing OTPs (One-Time Passwords) to cybercriminals.

UAE suspends trade, financial transactions with Iran

Abu Dhabi: The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has suspended all trade, commercial exchanges and financial transactions with Iran until further notice

Gaja Capitals 550-crore IPO opens today

The IPO comprises a fresh issue of equity shares aggregating up to450 crore and an Offer for sale of equity shares aggregating up to100 crore .

Tributes Pour in for Former President Shankar Dayal Sharma on His Birth Anniversary

New Delhi, August 19: The nation is commemorating the birth anniversary of Shankar Dayal Sharma, Indias ninth President. Leaders like Lok Sabha S

KVS, NVS tier 2 results 2026 for second phase announced; how to download scorecard

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has announced the second phase of the tier two recruitment exam results for the Kendriya Vidyalay

Hindustan Zinc Raises Renewable Energy Share to 22%

Udaipur, August 19, 2026: Vedanta Group company Hindustan Zinc Limited has increased the share of renewable energy in its total electricity consu

India Faces Pakistan in Must-Win Match at Hockey World Cup 2026

Amsterdam, August 19: The Indian mens hockey team is set to clash with Pakistan in a crucial Group D match at the 2026 Hockey World Cup today. Th

France to Expel Two Iranian Diplomats After Alleged Assault on French Diplomats

He added that France's support for Iranian artists, scientists and researchers was the reason behind what he described as a deliberate attack on

US-Canada tariff row eases: Trump pauses 50% levies after last-minute deal

The United States and Canada have agreed to delay significant tariffs on imports. This pause allows both nations more time to negotiate a compreh

Child FD schemes: PNB, YES Bank and Post Office options parents can consider in 2026

Parents looking to secure their childrens financial future can choose from bank FDs and government-backed savings schemes, depending on the goal

US Secretary of State Rubio Discusses Iran and Strait of Hormuz with UAE Security Chief

Washington, August 19: The United States and the United Arab Emirates have strengthened their diplomatic coordination regarding regional security

Kolkata hotel fire: Nine dead, six injured in massive blaze at Mirza Ghalib Street in West Bengal

A massive fire erupted at a hotel on Mirza Ghalib Street in Kolkata. At least nine people died and six others were injured in the incident. All d

Hindustan Zinc increases renewable power consumption to 22%; Targets 70% by FY28

Renewable power consumption increases from ~18% in FY26 to current 22% of overall power consumption 530 MW round-the-clock renewable power arrang

Nine killed as fire rips through hotel at Kolkata's Mirza Ghalib Street

At least nine people were killed after a fire broke out at a hotel on Mirza Ghalib Street in Kolkata in the early hours of Wednesday. According t

Civil Aviation Minister Rammohan Naidu announces BVLOS certification by 2026 and new drone manufacturing incentives

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PSBs unveil plan to enhance financial inclusion of India

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Top stocks to buy today: Stock recommendations for August 19 - check list

Stock market recommendations: Bata India, IFCI, and KFin Technologies - these are the top stocks to buy for August 19 2026, identified by Mehul K

Nasa images show 60-foot-wide crater on moon after SpaceX rocket crash

A NASA spacecraft circling the moon is providing the sharpest views yet of the crater carved by a crashing SpaceX rocket. The space agency releas

Three Wanted Members of Davinder Bambiha Gang Deported from Malaysia, Arrested at Delhi Airport

New Delhi, August 19: Punjab Police has achieved a significant victory against international organized crime. The Overseas Fugitive Tracking and

Former Delhi Minister And AAP Leader Satyendar Jain Among Six Arrested In Alleged DJB Tender Corruption Case

Nifty to stay weak below 24,200 level, says MOFSL; HAL among 3 stock picks

Stocks to buy today: HAL, Samvardhana Motherson and Sona BLW among three stock recommendations by MOFSL's Chandan Taparia.

Sacked Ukraine Defence Minister urges path to elections

Ukraines popular ex-Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov said Ukraine must find a legal, safe, and realistic mechanism that will allow Ukraine to re

Central Delhi Kings beat East Delhi Riders by 30 runs in DPL 2026

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Why is Chinese film Niu Lai trending? Animated film competes with Spider-Man BND; see X reactions and more

The Chinese animated movie Niu Lai or The Cow Is Coming has become one of the biggest surprises at the box office in 2026. This low-budget film h

9 killed after massive fire breaks out at hotel in Kolkata

A Kolkata hotel fire claimed nine lives early Wednesday morning. Six individuals sustained injuries and received immediate medical attention. Mea

Major Action Against Irregularities in Jharkhand Recruitment Exams: 22 Exams Canceled, 2,628 Jobs Affected

Ranchi, August 19: The Jharkhand government has taken significant action against irregularities in recruitment exams. Based on findings from inve

Major Action Against Irregularities in Jharkhand Recruitment Exams

Ranchi, August 19: The Jharkhand government has taken its largest action yet against irregularities in recruitment examinations. Based on finding

Messi Kerala Visit Row: Government Lost Rs.22 Crore, Says CM Satheesan

Last week, Satheesan had questioned the process through which a private company was permitted to enter into an agreement with the Argentine Footb

India reiterates support for two-State solution in Palestine

Jerusalem: Sripriya Ranganathan, Secretary (Consular, Passport and Visa and Overseas Indian Affairs) at the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on

Stock Market LIVE: GIFT Nifty signals tepid open; Kospi tumbles 7% on chip selloff

Sensex Today | Stock Market LIVE Updates Wednesday: The GIFT Nifty signalled a tepid open for the benchmark Nifty50. Asian markets declined on a

Chinese humanoid robot maker Unitree opens over 600% higher in Shanghai debut

The stock opened at 1,100 yuan on the tech-focused STAR Market, 629% higher than its IPO price of 150.8 yuan. It is seen by some as a watershed m

Stocks to watch: Swiggy, Manipal Health, Biocon, RailTel, Sammaan Capital

Stocks to watch today: Swiggy, Manipal Health, Biocon, L&T Finance, Crompton Greaves, RailTel Corporation, Sammaan Capital, EaseMyTrip, among oth

India reiterates support for negotiated 2-state solution in Palestine: MEA

India on Tuesday reiterated its longstanding support for a egotiated two-state solution in Palestine and reaffirmed the country's consistent sup

UAE Suspends All Trade And Financial Transactions With Iran After Missile Incident In Gulf Waters; Tehran Rejects Claim

Petrol 'langar' in Chandigarh postponed: Rain spoils residents plans, but new date announced

In Chandigarh, a unique petrol langar has been postponed due to adverse weather conditions, including heavy rain. According to social media video

Six member from Bangladesh intelligence body visits Pakistan as ISI eyes wider footprints in region

A Bangladesh military intelligence delegation visited Pakistan on August 15. This visit signals repeated attempts by ISI to influence the intelli

Woman offered double her salary to return to corporate job, shares 5 reasons why she didn't go back

An Instagram user named Ria has shared why she turned down an offer from her former employer to return to her old corporate job, despite being of

US Canada trade deal: Trump announces pause on 50% tariffs on Ottawa

US President Donald Trump announced a pause on upcoming tariffs against Canada. These tariffs were scheduled to begin on Thursday for a short dur

UAE Halts All Trade, Financial Dealings with Iran After Missile Attacks

In light of regional escalations... all trade, commercial exchanges, and financial transactions with Iran have been halted until further notice,

BPSC TRE 4 Notification OUT: Notification issued for Bihar teacher recruitment for total 32388 posts, application from September 1

Bihar 4.0 teacher Vacancy 2026: Advertisement for Bihar teacher recruitment TRE 4.0 has been released. Applications will start online from Septem

Jharkhand govt releases list of 44 exams cancelled due to irregularities

The Jharkhand government on Tuesday night released a list of 44 recruitment exams that have been cancelled due to irregularities, amid student pr

Trump admin sanctions International Criminal Court president, prosecutor

The Trump administration has imposed sanctions on the president of the International Criminal Court and one of its top prosecutors as it continue

Oil prices edge higher on uncertainty over exports through Hormuz

Brent crude futures climbed 26 cents, or 0.29%, to $91.28 by 0004 GMT, while US West Texas Intermediate crude futures were up 37 cents to $85.31

Weakness to persist for Indian markets as global stocks wobble

Gift Nifty is ruling at 24,210 in early deal on Wednesday, which is marginal compared with fall in Asian equities.

MP: Boy Makes Female Classmates Drink Urine-mixed Water; Principal Asks Victims to Eat Chocolate

Manjusha Khatri, Sub-Divisional Magistrate (SDM) of Aron, said that after receiving information about the incident, the Tehsildar and Block Educa

Tributes Pour In for Tulsidas on His Birth Anniversary

New Delhi, August 19: On the birth anniversary of the revered poet Tulsidas, known for his epic Shri Ramcharitmanas, Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla a

Delhi-NCR Rain Update Today: Will it rain in Delhi, Noida, Gurugram, Faridabad & Ghaziabad? Check IMDs August 19 forecast

Delhi-NCR is expected to see monsoon rain spells on Wednesday, August 19, with light to moderate showers likely across the region from morning th

Trump says no talks planned with Iran, Tehran says Strait of Hormuz still shut

The receding prospects of a deal to end the nearly six-month conflict drove up oil prices again on Tuesday, while stock markets sagged and borrow

Missiles target UAE, trade ties snap: How Abu Dhabi responded to Iran's latest escalation

Power Cut in Udaipur Today, August 19: 2 Areas to Face 10 AM

Udaipur, August 19: Electricity supply will remain suspended from 10 am to 5 pm in two areas of Udaipur due to scheduled power shutdown. The affe

UPI Payments Charges: Path cleared for imposing charges on UPI payments, bill approved by President

President Draupadi Murmu has approved amendments to the Taxation and Other Laws (Amendment) Act, 2026 and the Payment and Settlement Systems Act,

Piramal Pharma Limited Completes Acquisition of Controlling Stake in Yapan Bio Private Limited

Piramal Pharma Limited Completes Acquisition of Controlling Stake in Yapan Bio Private Limited

Beyond Features: Engineering Your Irreplaceable Market Advantage

In a crowded digital marketplace, your business has only seconds to capture a prospects attention before they navigate away. Whether you are a bu

Telangana to See Scattered Rains Overnight; Hyderabad May Get Showers From Afternoon

Hyderabad may receive one or two spells of rain from the afternoon to night, with no significant rainfall expected until the afternoon.

Tejaswini Hebalkar on breaking barriers; How Milkvilla is building a 12-hour supply chain for fresh milk

From engineering and consulting to leading digital transformation at Allstate, Tejaswini Hebalkars career has spanned technology, operations, and

Next chapter of India's EV revolution: Why software and emerging tech will matter more than speed

EV vehicles continuously record location, charge level, distance travelled, battery activity and inactive period. However, collecting data withou

'Wanted to start new life': More skeletons tumble out in Bengaluru double murder

Police are investigating a Bengaluru double murder involving a man and his young son. The man's wife, Harini, and her alleged boyfriend, Vinay Ku

Regional ripples growing? UAE suspends all trade, finance deals with Iran after missile attack

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) announced Wednesday that it had suspended all trade, commercial, and financial dealings with Iran, citing growing

CM Vijay Runs TN on 4 AM Calls and 20-Hour Days, Says Minister

The minister added that within its first 100 days, the government has already moved firmly against corruption and financial leakages