Samatha, a State Committee member overseeing key urban operations, received a ₹20 lakh reward and ₹25,000 immediate assistance following her decision to return to civilian life.
A powerful 7.4-magnitude earthquake has shaken Colombia in a Ring of Fire disaster, killing hundreds, leaving thousands missing and triggering a massive rescue operation across the country.
The Opposition has questioned the use of prime government land and Central assistance, while the Telangana government maintains that the bidding was transparent and rule-compliant.
Iran’s Mojtaba Khamenei has rebuilt the country’s war-damaged security command with veteran hardliners, while the US expands its nuclear command aircraft fleet amid continuing tensions with Tehran.
Agriculture, industry and services all recorded strong expansion, while the State focuses on water security, investment, exports and jobs to sustain economic momentum.
The passage leaves nine of the 11 Bills cleared this session without debate, while the Opposition-government deadlock continues with the Monsoon Session set to end Thursday.
The US has cleared the way for USCIS to make immigration forms online-only, but each form will require separate action and 60 days' notice before paper filing ends.
Nepal’s inability to locate the original 1816 Sugauli Treaty has drawn fresh attention amid its border dispute with India over Lipulekh, Limpiyadhura and Kalapani.
RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat will address over 5,000 Indian-Americans in New York on August 29, as the organisation expands its global outreach amid debate over its ideology and influence.
Indonesia's wildfire crisis deepens as Mount Bromo fire nears 900 hectares, haze forces school closures and fires affect over 107,000 hectares amid severe El Nino-driven dry weather.
The BJP leader invoked Rahul Gandhi’s 2023 interaction with competitive-exam aspirants, demanding answers on recruitment delays, fee dues and the government’s promises to Telangana’s youth.
A new verification process will link registration decisions to digitised government records, while Collector-level scrutiny is expected to speed up resolution of genuine property claims.
Harish Rao says immediate pumping is essential to safeguard standing crops, recharge groundwater and build reserves for the upcoming Yasangi season amid potential weather-related water stress.
With cotton output projected at 25.85 lakh tonnes, officials are told to prevent distress sales, expand ginning capacity, simplify farmer services and ensure transparent price and quality assessment.
The victims, both 13-year-old Class 8 students, were reportedly taken to an isolated area after boarding an auto-rickshaw. Police seized the vehicle and two mobile phones.
The ₹422.10-crore package covers 347 km of roads and 19 bridges, with another ₹24.47 crore earmarked for five-year maintenance across several districts.
A 1,986-square-metre site will host 177 housing units under a DBFT model, with developers compensated through TDRs and special concessions aimed at making the project viable.
Equipped with six airbags, NavIC connectivity, SOS alerts and health-awareness audio, the vehicles are designed to strengthen maternal and newborn care beyond hospitals.
The State government has offered land, temporary buildings and basic infrastructure, while MPs have sought a coordinated review with the Centre to fast-track new institutions from 2027-28.
A national extraction rate of 60.63% hides severe local shortages, exposing the need to reform crop policies, electricity subsidies and water management before aquifers deteriorate further.
With 100 villages and 15 Lighthouse Villages in focus, the initiative could link rural families to skills, enterprises, markets and value chains while strengthening women and youth participation.
The AAIB probe is examining the flight’s altitude loss, reported technical issues and crew testing, with Airbus and France’s BEA set to assist investigators as the pilot’s confirmatory result remains awaited
Strong early tax inflows, slower refund growth and buoyant personal, corporate and market-linked revenues have strengthened the fiscal outlook, though second-half collections will decide whether FY27’s target is met.
Investors also tracked Strait of Hormuz risks and US-Iran tensions, while IT stocks gained and foreign investors remained buyers despite the broader market decline.
Fitch expects India’s resilience to cushion external shocks, while stronger macroeconomic stability and policy credibility could improve credit metrics and support a gradual decline in government debt.
EBITDA climbed 48.3% to Rs 6.5 crore, while PAT rose 40.5% to Rs 4.1 crore as margins improved on operational efficiency and disciplined cost management.
A 30-year-old Lucknow man was discharged a day after the minimally invasive procedure, with doctors saying the technique may reduce recovery time and scar recurrence.
The Centre allocated ₹57.08 crore for GIM activities in seven states for FY2026-27, while Nagar Van Yojana targets 600 Nagar Vans and 400 Nagar Vatikas.
The revised framework may require PRC and APST certificates and introduce a local dialect criterion, amid AAPSU’s August 15 deadline and bandh warning.
The move reinforces Tamil Nadu’s cultural identity amid a recent protocol debate involving Vande Mataram. It follows decades of official practice and the song’s 2021 recognition.
The accused has spent nearly four years in custody. Eight of 12 accused face framed charges, while 14 protected witnesses remain part of proceedings ordered to move swiftly.
The state argues the exam disadvantages rural, Tamil-medium and economically weaker students, while the BJP says better coaching not abolition is the answer. The resolution now awaits Union action.
Ramgopal Agrawal’s arrest shifts attention to the evidence connecting him personally to alleged proceeds, while the Supreme Court’s earlier PMLA ruling remains an important legal backdrop.
The Bill seeks tighter control over foreign-funded assets after FCRA registration ends, raising questions over NGO autonomy, Centre-state relations and the continuity of minority-run welfare institutions.
India’s ship recycling surge highlights the growing strength of Alang-Sosiya, while tighter regulation, safer yards and international compliance position the sector for further global expansion.
PTI warns anger over Imran Khan’s imprisonment and alleged denial of medical care could spiral into unrest, as the party threatens nationwide protests if lawmakers are denied a jail meeting.
Syria’s death sentence against Bashar Assad marks his first legal conviction, but his exile in Russia makes extradition uncertain and puts the country’s transitional justice process under scrutiny.
Russia’s latest strikes kill civilians in Ukraine as Kyiv accuses Moscow of using North Korean missiles, while Ukrainian drones hit Russian oil sites, raising fears of a wider war.
The tragedy highlights the risks of South Africa’s illegal mining economy, where abandoned shafts, poor safety standards and criminal networks leave workers vulnerable to deadly underground accidents.
Beijing has expanded evacuations, transport safeguards and emergency deployments as forecasts point to prolonged heavy rain, while storm-related evacuations rise in Fujian and Shanghai amid new risks
The fisherman reportedly suffered an epileptic seizure while returning from fishing, slipped from his country boat and fell into the water on Monday evening.
Former JPSC chairman L Khiangte’s arrest and an ED money-laundering probe have added a fresh legal dimension to the ongoing student agitation over recruitment exams.
Doctors are investigating whether contaminated food or water triggered the symptoms. All students are stable and under observation, while health officials assess the situation.
Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma deputed Minister Ranoj Pegu for talks with Arunachal Pradesh as security was tightened and officials worked to defuse tensions after the incident.
The march was halted near Kaniminike after a brief confrontation between police and protesters, while the government faces mounting opposition over acquiring more than 5,400 acres for the GBIT project.
The five-day drill features expert exchanges, cross-training, equipment demonstrations and practical scenarios, building on India-US joint Salvage and EOD exercises conducted since 2005.
Protesters also sought 200 days of MGNREGA work, ₹700 daily wages, land rights for the landless and repeal of the four labour codes.
Searches in Visakhapatnam and Hyderabad uncovered property documents and digital devices as ED alleged investor funds were diverted for personal gains and irregular land deals.
The dispute intensified after ministers invoked Jayalalithaa and Stalin’s photographs, prompting personal remarks on political loyalty, ideology and the leaders’ past affiliations.
Honouring India's rich cultural heritage, the prestigious recognitions span classical music and dance, theatre, folk and tribal arts, puppetry, traditional crafts and contributions to preserving diverse performing traditions.
With Uttar Pradesh leading the network at 4,226 outlets, the milestone highlights Jan Aushadhi’s growing footprint from major states to remote regions, widening access to lower-cost medicines.
The court received fresh probe reports from the West Bengal DGP and Bidhannagar police, while Biswas’ plea seeking quashing of criminal proceedings is scheduled for November 17.
The nationwide expansion strengthens access to regular kidney-care treatment, with thousands of dialysis machines now supporting eligible patients through public health facilities across states and UTs.
Mayawati’s appeal comes as student movements in Delhi and Ranchi draw competing political attention, with the BSP chief urging young protesters to press parties for solutions without surrendering their agenda
The court will decide Banerjee’s FIR-quashing plea on August 25, while the state says 16 cases are pending against him and prosecutors argue the investigations are still at an early stage
Purvi Modi is seeking approver status in the CBI case, while the agency says her statement must be recorded before her plea can be considered.
Officials found unhygienic storage, expired or tampered food, poor pest control and worker hygiene lapses. A sweet sample was sent for laboratory testing after 54 boxes were seized in Buldhana.
Mumbai’s special PMLA court has sought the ED’s response to Goyal’s plea and posted the matter for August 17, while the Jet Airways founder remains out on medical bail.
The optional questions apply to Australians aged 16 and above, following a government reversal after backlash from LGBTQ+ advocates and some Labor lawmakers.
Ten Nigerian police officers were killed in a gunbattle with armed rebels in Kebbi, near Zamfara, as security forces step up operations against violent gangs in northern Nigeria.
Abnormal blood markers from the 2025 nationals led to the sanction. The Kenyan-born athlete’s results were annulled, while the ban through July 2029 rules him out of the Los Angeles Games.
A wave of U.S. stars is pursuing Olympic comebacks, driven by legacy, home-soil pride, commercial opportunities and the rare chance to compete before a passionate American crowd.
With eight rounds remaining, the Indian GM’s recent Saint Louis success and strong 2025 performance provide confidence as he targets victories against elite contenders.
Rashid Khan’s unbeaten 37 and Afghanistan’s disciplined bowling helped them chase 207 in 44.5 overs, securing a top-eight ranking and their fourth ODI World Cup appearance.
The actor confirmed a last-minute professional commitment prevented him from travelling to Shillong, after his team suffered two heavy defeats and was eliminated from the competition.
J&K is set to host its first international film festival in September, bringing filmmakers from around the world to Srinagar, Jammu and Gulmarg while putting the region’s cinema, talent and landscapes in the spotlight.
Ram Gopal Varma’s Police Company stars Harshvardhan Rane as Daya Nayak and explores the Mumbai police squad that took on over 300 gangsters between 1997 and 2004.
Emraan Hashmi has finally cleared the air on the RD Burman biopic rumours. But if he is not Mehmood, then who is playing the legendary comedian?
Nagarjuna reveals how Bhatti Vikramarka inspired him to find a story rooted in Telangana culture and why he immediately backed Pallaburusu.
Shiva Nirvana says Ravi Teja’s Irumudi has no connection to Sabarimala, explaining why the 41-day Ayyappa Deeksha is central to the hero’s story.
The period action drama may shift to October 30 amid a scheduling reshuffle. The change is linked to Anand Deverakonda’s film taking the earlier slot, while an official confirmation is awaited.
Yash’s gangster drama carries an A certificate, a dark father-son conflict and a massive production scale. Geetu Mohandas’ storytelling and the film’s emotional depth will be key to its reception.
The sequel is progressing with Prabhas, Amitabh Bachchan and Kamal Haasan, while new talent is being sought. Deepika Padukone is out, and the reported December 2027 release remains unconfirmed.
The suspense thriller promises revenge, mystery and high-stakes conflict, with Priyadarshan directing and a September 11 theatrical release adding to expectations around the star-studded project.
Kharge questioned the government’s delay in responding to allegations of student injuries and pellet-gun firing, saying the Opposition will maintain pressure until its concerns are addressed.
The tournament runs till August 23, with Division A teams targeting the national title, while others fight for promotion and to avoid relegation.
Police are using fingerprint databases, facial recognition vans, snipers and anti-drone systems to detect suspicious activity and strengthen surveillance around key areas.
South Korea arrests two former Chinese military personnel over alleged spying involving fighter jet communications, US military exercises, weapons movements and personnel data.
Sri Lanka has eased immigration rules for Tamil refugees returning from India, removing legal hurdles for those who fled during the civil war and seeking to make voluntary repatriation safer.
India’s medal tally rises to 24 after a dominant second day in Lagos, with Tanishka Khatri leading the charge alongside Khushi Dabhade, Aakhari, Shruti Joshi and others.
The 11-year-old, backed by F1 Academy, impressed against older international rivals in Sweden, while her father Asif Mir, India’s first national karting champion, praised her maturity and potential.
The 30-year-old shooter says her Olympic experience has strengthened her confidence and hunger to improve, while a 12-member national camp continues preparations in New Delhi.
Parameswaran bridged nuclear science and grassroots activism, helping turn scientific awareness into a mass movement while challenging established Left thinking with his decentralisation-focused “Fourth World” vision.
A national extraction rate of 60.63% hides severe local shortages, exposing the need to reform crop policies, electricity subsidies and water management before aquifers deteriorate further.
With 100 villages and 15 Lighthouse Villages in focus, the initiative could link rural families to skills, enterprises, markets and value chains while strengthening women and youth participation.
Abnormal blood markers from the 2025 nationals led to the sanction. The Kenyan-born athlete’s results were annulled, while the ban through July 2029 rules him out of the Los Angeles Games.
A wave of U.S. stars is pursuing Olympic comebacks, driven by legacy, home-soil pride, commercial opportunities and the rare chance to compete before a passionate American crowd.
Rashid Khan’s unbeaten 37 and Afghanistan’s disciplined bowling helped them chase 207 in 44.5 overs, securing a top-eight ranking and their fourth ODI World Cup appearance.
The actor confirmed a last-minute professional commitment prevented him from travelling to Shillong, after his team suffered two heavy defeats and was eliminated from the competition.
The tournament runs till August 23, with Division A teams targeting the national title, while others fight for promotion and to avoid relegation.
India’s medal tally rises to 24 after a dominant second day in Lagos, with Tanishka Khatri leading the charge alongside Khushi Dabhade, Aakhari, Shruti Joshi and others.
The 11-year-old, backed by F1 Academy, impressed against older international rivals in Sweden, while her father Asif Mir, India’s first national karting champion, praised her maturity and potential.
The 30-year-old shooter says her Olympic experience has strengthened her confidence and hunger to improve, while a 12-member national camp continues preparations in New Delhi.
J&K is set to host its first international film festival in September, bringing filmmakers from around the world to Srinagar, Jammu and Gulmarg while putting the region’s cinema, talent and landscapes in the spotlight.
Ram Gopal Varma’s Police Company stars Harshvardhan Rane as Daya Nayak and explores the Mumbai police squad that took on over 300 gangsters between 1997 and 2004.
Nagarjuna reveals how Bhatti Vikramarka inspired him to find a story rooted in Telangana culture and why he immediately backed Pallaburusu.
Shiva Nirvana says Ravi Teja’s Irumudi has no connection to Sabarimala, explaining why the 41-day Ayyappa Deeksha is central to the hero’s story.
The period action drama may shift to October 30 amid a scheduling reshuffle. The change is linked to Anand Deverakonda’s film taking the earlier slot, while an official confirmation is awaited.
Yash’s gangster drama carries an A certificate, a dark father-son conflict and a massive production scale. Geetu Mohandas’ storytelling and the film’s emotional depth will be key to its reception.
The sequel is progressing with Prabhas, Amitabh Bachchan and Kamal Haasan, while new talent is being sought. Deepika Padukone is out, and the reported December 2027 release remains unconfirmed.
The suspense thriller promises revenge, mystery and high-stakes conflict, with Priyadarshan directing and a September 11 theatrical release adding to expectations around the star-studded project.
