UPI users may stay free, but a proposed merchant fee has sparked a bigger question: Is India changing its digital payment model amid US trade pressure and competition from Visa and Mastercard?
Over 2.64 crore enumeration forms have been digitised, while officials are urging voters to complete the process. Draft rolls will be published on August 17, followed by claims and objections.
Mojtaba Khamenei appears in a rare undated video as health rumours grow, while Trump’s softer Iran tone sparks fresh hope for a Hormuz deal. But Tehran says the Strait stays closed until Washington changes course.
Har Ghar Tiranga 2026 begins from the Andamans as VP C P Radhakrishnan unfurls the Tricolour and PM Modi urges citizens to join the nationwide campaign.
Heavy rain, landslide and flooding warnings were issued across Zhejiang and nearby provinces, while authorities evacuated hundreds of thousands from vulnerable areas.
The standoff has shifted from cancelling an examination to deciding who investigates the allegations, while hunger strikes, resignations and a planned Assembly march raise the stakes.
The new bloc brings together Madhesh-centric and smaller parties, pushing constitutional reform, stronger federalism and proportional representation while keeping the door open to coordinated election strategies.
Myanmar has rejected ASEAN’s demand for Aung San Suu Kyi’s unconditional release and questioned the need for its special envoy, deepening a dispute over the bloc’s stalled peace plan.
A major analysis of China’s state media points to changing gender priorities, while women remain scarce in top political posts and face employment costs linked to policies encouraging larger families.
The BRS chief attended the former Narsampet legislator’s 10th-day ceremony, handed over financial assistance and assured support for his mother and children.
Devotees thronged prominent temples as women carried decorated Bonam pots in processions. Ministers, KTR, MP Chamala and actor Vijay Deverakonda offered prayers, while police ensured security.
Residents praised HYDRAA’s action against encroachments at Mushkin Cheruvu and Janardhan Hills, urging continued protection of lakes, parks and stormwater drains to prevent urban flooding.
The initiative will be launched on August 15, with a focus on youth, students, village-level leadership, voluntary service and citizen-led goals for Viksit Bharat and Swarna Andhra–2047.
Minister Savita challenged Jagan to debate Mega DSC-2025 in the Assembly, saying the government is ready for a full-day discussion and defending teachers who secured jobs through merit and hard work.
A collision on the Hyderabad-Bengaluru route sent both vehicles off the bridge near Pamidi around 4 a.m. Rescue teams shifted the injured to hospital as officials began an inquiry.
She suffered severe head injuries after a car hit her two-wheeler and fled. Despite treatment at KIMS Secunderabad, she died Sunday. Police arrested the accused and began legal action.
Jana Sena leaders alleged that the previous YCP regime failed on youth employment and rural development, while highlighting ongoing road and drinking water projects worth hundreds of crores under the coalition government.
The Belgrade visit highlights Kyiv’s effort to broaden partnerships, while Serbia balances EU aspirations, ties with Moscow, energy dependence and regional interests amid intensifying geopolitical pressure.
From classrooms and laboratories to boardrooms, farms and public institutions, women have expanded their economic and social footprint, reshaping families, workplaces and India's development story.
The aircraft was being used for a circuit-and-landing emergency drill when it failed to stop within the designated paved area and entered the grass beyond the runway threshold.
The agency has attached assets worth ₹8,078 crore in the case, while alleging that loan proceeds were routed through group entities, conduit firms and bank accounts.
The Kolkata edition will bring global energy leaders together as India showcases its ambitions on clean energy transition, energy security and self-reliance.
Indian Army engineers will install the modular bridges across Sri Lanka to reconnect communities and restore vital road links damaged by Cyclone Ditwah.
Punjab has already delivered 86 LMT of rice to FCI, while the state expects 180 LMT paddy procurement and seeks movement of 27 LMT wheat to create additional storage capacity.
The Mevasa project has sparked questions over how mining risks to coral reefs, mangroves and marine wildlife will be controlled, with monitoring and enforcement now crucial to protecting the fragile ecosystem.
The incident has renewed concerns over unauthorised laser use near airports, which can compromise pilots’ vision during critical flight phases and trigger delays, diversions or potentially dangerous situations.
The funds will support biodiversity registers, genetic-resource conservation, heritage sites and local communities, with cumulative ABS disbursements now crossing ₹166 crore.
Arjun Ayanki was detained from a lawyer’s apartment after an overnight search. Police will take him to Kothamangalam for further investigation into the alleged threats.
The honour, announced by President Droupadi Murmu on May 8, recognises Puducherry Police for exceptional service and discipline, placing the force among select recipients and strengthening its legacy.
Heavy showers were reported across Delhi, with Ayanagar recording the highest 24-hour rainfall at 115 mm as the IMD forecast more rain over the next two days.
The Navy has joined Kerala's 10-day search for three missing fishermen, deploying divers and SONAR at Neendakara while Coast Guard helicopters and other teams continue the hunt.
The newly formed Rayagada Division contributed 13.71 MT, including 3.14 MT in July, with iron ore and bauxite among its key freight commodities.
The panel’s 30-day review comes before the Assembly session, with opposition parties and local groups opposing the land acquisition and seeking greater safeguards for farmers, villagers and landowners.
The outreach produced 38 MoUs and additional investment intentions while sector roundtables targeted manufacturing, textiles and aluminium value chains to deepen Odisha’s industrial base and new jobs.
Health teams have tested 540 villagers, identifying 216 suspected cases, while officials deploy doctors, an ambulance and door-to-door screening as pipeline repairs continue.
Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla still recognises the MPs as TMC members, while their NCPI status remains formally unconfirmed after their post-poll defection.
Families of Indian fishermen held in Pakistan seek their immediate release and repatriation, citing completed sentences, verified nationality and years of separation ahead of India and Pakistan’s Independence Days.
Maharashtra has sanctioned Rs 39.86 crore in relief for rain-hit Palghar, helping affected families, shopkeepers and street vendors recover from heavy monsoon damage.
KPTCL will retain half its fibre capacity for grid communications while leasing the rest to telecom and data firms, with a 40% share of leasing revenue and co-location fees.
The Kozhikode-bound bus reportedly veered off the road after the driver may have dozed off, hitting a roadside signboard before overturning near Avaragere Gate.
The proposed facility will be built in phases, create over 15,500 jobs and focus on specialised steel for defence, nuclear, hydrogen, mobility and other strategic industries.
Kerala Home Minister Ramesh Chennithala warns against illegal spirit and intoxicant supplies ahead of Onam as the Excise Department steps up its statewide crackdown.
Karnataka received ₹1,178.20 crore in central SC post-matric scholarship support over three years, as national funding reached a record ₹6,208.08 crore in 2025-26.
Authorities cited Supreme Court and Allahabad High Court directions while turning back participants, issuing notices to religious figures and deploying security to maintain peace around the disputed site.
HYBE India is combining its global expertise with India’s regional music traditions, while exploring collaborations between Indian, Korean and US artists to expand opportunities for emerging talent.
The proposed township involves acquiring thousands of acres across multiple villages, with a government-appointed panel reviewing concerns raised by farmers and other stakeholders.
The recommendations also include two judge transfers from the Orissa High Court, reshaping judicial assignments across Gujarat and Chhattisgarh alongside the proposed Chief Justice appointments.
The funding strengthens CRPF’s mountain operations with specialised cold-weather gear, while the expansion of 55 TOBs reflects a broader security shift toward preventing militants from exploiting J&K’s remote high reaches.
Customs officials said the contraband was concealed in four packets inside false baggage bottoms and warned young travellers against carrying unknown luggage for easy money.
From 82,000 daily journeys at launch to 64.06 lakh today, Delhi Metro’s growth has been matched by tighter headways, driverless operations and reliability that ranks among the world’s best.
The dispute follows a Chief Secretary’s August 6 letter linking Har Ghar Tiranga events with the 150th anniversary commemoration of the national song.
Travel remains closely linked to wellbeing for Indians, with most travellers prioritising meaningful experiences, local food and family trips despite rising concerns over disruptions.
The CPI(M) leader urged voters to remain vigilant during the September 5 exercise and criticised BJP-Tipra Motha seat-sharing talks ahead of TTAADC polls.
A Delhi man wanted in a POCSO and rape case since 2018 has been arrested in Pune. Police said he had eloped with the minor and later married her. She died of TB in 2024.
Two security guards suffered minor injuries, while authorities blamed FARC dissidents and launched a search for additional explosives at the toll plaza.
Ukraine mourns war-dead recovery volunteer Oleksiy Yukov as Russia and Ukraine trade fresh strikes that kill seven people and injure dozens on both sides.
Pakistan’s new defence pact with Turkey and Saudi Arabia could expand to Egypt, raising questions over Islamabad’s growing role in shaping a new regional security partnership.
ICE has defended its body camera footage policy after an AP report raised questions about selective releases, saying the rules balance transparency with privacy and ongoing investigations.
Nepal PM Balen Shah will meet Indian and Chinese envoys separately on Monday, signalling a shift in his diplomatic style as Kathmandu seeks closer ties with both neighbours.
Jorge Messi played a pivotal role in his son’s move to Barcelona and later managed contracts, business interests and image rights as Lionel became one of football’s most decorated stars.
Morocco reached the WAFCON semifinals after goals from Sakina Ouzraoui and Hanane Aït El Haj ended South Africa’s title defence and secured their return to the global stage.
Park Tae-Sang is using his experience with PV Sindhu to develop India’s next generation, with Tanvi Sharma, Ashmita Chaliha and other youngsters emerging as serious contenders ahead of the 2028 Olympics.
Sanya Vats produced a strong knockout campaign in Australia, recovering from a game down in the quarterfinals and dominating her semifinal before narrowly missing out on the title.
Chiranjeevi’s Mega158, directed by Bobby Kolli, has added Murali Sharma to its cast. His role remains secret, while Anaswara Rajan, Nivetha Pethuraj and Thaman are also part of the project.
Mahesh Babu’s 51st birthday turned into a full blown fan celebration as Varanasi unveiled his rugged Rudhra look, Dookudu returned to theatres, and Namrata Shirodkar shared a sweet family moment.
Karthi and Trisha may reunite for Karthi 31, directed by Mohan Raja. Trisha is reportedly being considered if Nayanthara’s dates do not work out.
KBC 18 premieres August 10 with Amitabh Bachchan joined by Aamir Khan, Preity Zinta and Sunny Deol. Sunny makes his KBC debut as the new season introduces the “Sochna Padega” theme.
Mayawati says caste-based disadvantage cannot be judged only by income, invokes Ambedkar’s constitutional vision and asks the Centre to strongly defend SC-ST safeguards before the courts.
India’s medal tally at the championships rises to three after Ashish Yadav’s javelin silver, highlighting a strong showing by the country’s emerging athletics talent.
The coordinated operations span multiple Kashmir districts, with investigators examining digital devices, social media contacts and possible wider links to extremist networks.
Repeated seismic activity has kept residents on alert, with authorities inspecting vulnerable infrastructure and urging people to stay calm, avoid rumours and follow safety precautions.
The appointments are part of TVK’s broader effort to strengthen its district-level organisation, with Esakki Subbaiah also named Tenkasi district organisational secretary.
India’s latest installation pace has already surpassed the annual rate needed for 2030, but transmission, storage, grid integration, land and supply chains will determine how far the clean-energy push can go.
Indonesia has deployed aircraft, helicopters, drones and hundreds of personnel as difficult volcanic terrain hampers efforts to control the blaze and prevent it from spreading further.
The crackdown combines faster e-FIRs, AI-enabled surveillance and intelligence platforms with tougher checks and inter-state operations, aiming to detect offenders and disrupt drug supply chains more.
The appointments mark an important addition to the state's judicial system, with the formal ceremony attended by senior members of the judiciary, government and legal fraternity in Bengaluru.
The pilot’s final laboratory report could determine whether further regulatory action is warranted, while the AAIB continues examining why the aircraft abruptly lost 300 feet during cruise.
A digital grievance system will help beneficiaries track welfare requests, while QR-enabled family cards provide direct access. Officials have been asked to identify and resolve pending issues.
The Belgrade visit highlights Kyiv’s effort to broaden partnerships, while Serbia balances EU aspirations, ties with Moscow, energy dependence and regional interests amid intensifying geopolitical pressure.
From classrooms and laboratories to boardrooms, farms and public institutions, women have expanded their economic and social footprint, reshaping families, workplaces and India's development story.
Jorge Messi played a pivotal role in his son’s move to Barcelona and later managed contracts, business interests and image rights as Lionel became one of football’s most decorated stars.
Morocco reached the WAFCON semifinals after goals from Sakina Ouzraoui and Hanane Aït El Haj ended South Africa’s title defence and secured their return to the global stage.
Sanya Vats produced a strong knockout campaign in Australia, recovering from a game down in the quarterfinals and dominating her semifinal before narrowly missing out on the title.
India’s medal tally at the championships rises to three after Ashish Yadav’s javelin silver, highlighting a strong showing by the country’s emerging athletics talent.
Chiranjeevi’s Mega158, directed by Bobby Kolli, has added Murali Sharma to its cast. His role remains secret, while Anaswara Rajan, Nivetha Pethuraj and Thaman are also part of the project.
Mahesh Babu’s 51st birthday turned into a full blown fan celebration as Varanasi unveiled his rugged Rudhra look, Dookudu returned to theatres, and Namrata Shirodkar shared a sweet family moment.
