Assam Flood Crisis Deepens: Over 57,000 Affected, Army and IAF on Standby
Continuous monsoon rains submerged 298 villages, damaged thousands of hectares of farmland and forced authorities to expand relief operations across the worst-hit districts.
From Jantar Mantar to Parliament: CJP's March Meets Tear Gas and a Government Outreach
Wangchuk continues fast from hospital as Dipke's detention is disputed; Nadda meets CJP envoys, Rajya Sabha adjourned amid opposition uproar.
US Iran War: Could Kuwait Become The Next Frontline As Fronts Multiply?
Iran's shift from mass missile barrages to precision strikes with maneuverable warheads is reshaping the battlefield, while fears of a wider Gulf war, disrupted oil supplies and a prolonged US-Iran conflict continue to grow.
New US Visa Rules Could Hurt Research, Innovation, Says FIIDS
Universities and industry experts fear stricter visa timelines could discourage global talent, disrupt long-term research projects and weaken the US higher education sector's international appeal.
Omar Abdullah Joins NC Demonstration, Urges Centre to Restore J&K Statehood
The protest, held during Parliament's Monsoon Session, seeks to revive political pressure on the Centre, with the NC also planning to submit a memorandum to the President on statehood.
Amid CJP March, Punjab Farmers Head to Delhi for July 21 Protest Against India-US Trade Talks
Will the proposed India-US trade deal reshape Indian agriculture? As thousands of farmers prepare for a July 21 Delhi Mahapanchayat, the protest could become a defining moment in the debate over trade, farm incomes, and rural livelihoods.
Quad Meets Again as Indo-Pacific Security Takes Centre Stage
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio joins ASEAN and Quad meetings in Manila, where ministers will discuss maritime security, supply chains, emerging technologies and regional cooperation.
President Murmu Hails Expanding India-Moldova Ties During Historic First-Ever State Visit
President Droupadi Murmu's historic Moldova visit is more than a diplomatic milestone. It signals India's stronger push into Eastern Europe through trade, technology, education, investment and strategic partnerships.
Peru Earthquake Kills Five, Injures Over 20 as Rescue Efforts Continue
Shallow tremors caused widespread structural damage in Peru's Andes, underscoring the urgent need for earthquake-resistant infrastructure, rapid rescue operations, and disaster preparedness.
Congo's Ebola Outbreak Kills At Least 930, Cases Rise To 2,344
Congo's Ebola outbreak has killed 930 people and infected more than 2,300. WHO warns hidden transmission, attacks on health workers and conflict are accelerating the fastest growing Ebola outbreak on record.
Harish Rao Demands Judicial Inquiry into Banswada Hospital Incident
The case has sparked debate over public healthcare oversight, with demands for a thorough investigation into alleged lapses that left several post-surgery patients critically ill.
Khammam Emerges as Oil Palm Hub with ₹300-Crore Godrej Investment
The integrated facility will support seed production, research, processing and refining, while creating a stronger value chain for oil palm cultivation across Telangana.
Telangana Targets One Lakh Urban Homes Under Indiramma Scheme
In a major push to expand affordable housing within Hyderabad, the *Telangana Government* has launched the application process for the *Indiramma Low-...
Free Maternal Transport: AP to Launch 500 Thalli-Bidda Express Vehicles
The initiative will benefit nearly 2.75 lakh women annually by ensuring safe travel for pregnant women, new mothers and newborns, with GPS-enabled vehicles operating across the state.
PLFS Data Shows Andhra Pradesh Unemployment Remains High
The latest labour survey indicates rising urban joblessness and persistent challenges for young job seekers, raising questions over the state's claims of large-scale employment generation.
YSRCP Seeks Lok Sabha Debate Over Andhra Pradesh Law and Order
The adjournment motion cites alleged custodial deaths, attacks on Scheduled Castes, civil rights concerns and rising violence, while seeking an impartial inquiry into the reported incidents.
Andhra Pradesh Seeks Centre's Support for Aqua and Tobacco Sectors
The State has proposed GST cuts, export incentives, cheaper credit and infrastructure support to help farmers overcome rising costs and strengthen global competitiveness.
PM Modi to Inaugurate Bhogapuram International Airport on August 1
State ministers have reviewed security, traffic and venue arrangements as the government accelerates preparations for a landmark event expected to improve connectivity, tourism and regional growth.
Permission Denied, Democracy Deferred
Growing restrictions on peaceful assemblies have reignited concerns over freedom of expression, executive powers and the space available for public dissent.
India Has the World's Largest Cotton Area - Can It Become the Most Productive?
Scientific breeding, climate-resilient farming and quality-focused reforms are reshaping the future of cotton, aiming to boost productivity while securing livelihoods across the textile value chain.
CBI Raids Six Locations in ₹1,109-Crore Canara Bank Fraud Linked to Power Firm
Investigators are examining seized financial records and digital evidence to trace diverted funds, identify beneficiaries and determine individual accountability in the alleged corporate loan fraud.
Geopolitical Heat, Rising Oil Prices Push Rupee Lower to 96.44 Against US Dollar
RBI support measures and strong forex reserves helped limit the rupee’s decline, while analysts expect USD-INR movement to remain range-bound amid global uncertainty.
Samsung Cuts 739 US Jobs As It Shifts Consumer Unit HQ From New Jersey To Texas
Samsung's New Jersey site loses 62 percent of its workforce as consumer operations shift to Texas, even as its chip division posts a record 89 trillion won quarterly profit on AI memory demand.
Meta's Facebook, Instagram Suffer Global Login Outage, Users Report Access Issues
Downdetector recorded a surge in outage reports before services gradually recovered, with the disruption highlighting businesses' and creators' growing dependence on social media platforms.
Sonam Wangchuk's Health Stable as Wife Challenges Hospitalisation in Delhi HC
Doctors continue close monitoring of Wangchuk's blood parameters and electrolyte levels, while the legal dispute over his continued medical supervision and proposed discharge remains unresolved.
DMK MLA G V Markandeyan Arrested Over Alleged Threatening Remarks Against TN CM Vijay
The arrest, triggered by a complaint from a TVK functionary, has intensified the TVK-DMK political standoff and reignited debate over free speech, dissent and criminal liability in political speeches.
AI-171 Crash: Families Demand Black Box Data, CVR Transcript
As the final investigation report is awaited, bereaved families challenged the withholding of key evidence, saying transparency is vital to ensure the findings are credible and unbiased.
Odisha Police Rescues Woman Lost In Forest After Escaping Alleged Rape Attempt Using Drones
A woman who fled an alleged rape attempt and got lost in an Odisha forest was rescued through a drone assisted operation involving police teams, flare guns and fireworks.
Om Birla Likely to Decide on Merger of 20 Rebel TMC MPs with NCPI Ahead of Monsoon Session
The Speaker's ruling could determine the rebels' parliamentary status, test constitutional safeguards against defections, and reshape political alignments in the Lok Sabha.
Public Trust Is My Strength: Mann Showcases Punjab Welfare Schemes Ahead of Elections
Mann highlights direct financial aid for women and expanded pilgrimage services, while the schemes become a key focus of the Punjab government’s welfare strategy before the upcoming Assembly polls.
GTB Hospital Fan Collapse Sparks Outrage After Patient Dies, Family Alleges Negligence
A preliminary inspection found the ceiling fan's shaft had fractured. Authorities have ordered an inquiry, while post-mortem and forensic findings are expected to determine the exact cause of death.
UP Police Seize 498 Kg Acetic Anhydride Worth ₹1.25 Crore, Four Held in NDPS Case
Investigators are tracing the chemical's supply chain to identify suppliers and buyers, as authorities tighten action against the diversion of regulated precursor chemicals for illicit heroin production.
Catholic Bishops Oppose Proposed FCRA Changes, Call for Wider Stakeholder Consultation
KCBC says unchanged FCRA provisions may affect foreign-funded service organisations, while CBCI urges the government to reconsider the draft and address concerns through dialogue.
Jammu and Kashmir Warming Faster Than World Average, Scientists Warn of Himalayan Tipping Point
Jammu and Kashmir's mountains are heating faster than the rest of the world, and scientists say the Himalayas may be approaching a climate tipping point that could transform glaciers, rivers, lakes, farming, and water security for millions.
Taiwan Must Never Become China's Taiwan, President Lai Ching Te Declares
Taiwan President Lai Ching Te declared that Taiwan must never become part of China, urging unity against Beijing's "red terror" while reaffirming that only Taiwan's people can determine the island's future.
JD Vance And Usha Vance Welcome Baby Boy Alec Neel, First Child Born To Sitting Vice President In 156 Years
Alec Neel Vance becomes the first baby born to a sitting US vice president's family in over 150 years, with Usha Vance citing Erika Kirk's influence on the decision.
Singapore Minister Faishal Ibrahim Resigns Over 'Lapse of Judgment' in Interactions With Woman
Singapore minister Faishal Ibrahim resigned after admitting his conduct in online and public interactions with a woman fell below expected ethical standards. Police found no criminal offence, but the government accepted his resignation.
C P Radhakrishnan Administers Oath to New Rajya Sabha MPs Across Seven States
Newly inducted members from Gujarat, Karnataka, Madhya Pradesh, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Rajasthan and West Bengal formally join Parliament as the Monsoon Session begins.
Amarnath, Vaishnodevi, Shiv Khori And Chardham Yatras Halted Amid Heavy Rains Across Himalayan States
Heavy rains have forced authorities to suspend four major Himalayan pilgrimages, affecting thousands of devotees as administrations in Jammu and Kashmir and Uttarakhand monitor weather, landslide risks and route safety.
Two Killed as CNG Car Explodes After Divider Crash on Kanpur-Etawah Highway
Two Kanpur residents died after their CNG car caught fire following a highway crash. Police suspect overspeeding and driver fatigue, while CCTV footage is being examined.
IMD Warns of Flash Floods as Civil Defence Deployed Across Jammu, Death Toll Rises to 17
Jammu has deployed Civil Defence personnel across vulnerable riverbanks and bridges as heavy rain batters Jammu and Kashmir, where the death toll from flash floods and landslides has risen to 17 and rescue operations continue.
Bihar Assembly Opens Monsoon Session, ₹87,383 Crore Supplementary Budget Introduced
The proposed allocation prioritises rural livelihoods, pensions, education and urban infrastructure, with the supplementary budget expected to be cleared by the Assembly on July 23.
Lok Sabha Introduces Bill to Increase Supreme Court Judge Strength to 38
The proposed law aims to help reduce over 92,000 pending cases by enabling more regular Constitution Benches and improving the Supreme Court's overall case disposal capacity.
Indore Civic Workers Recover ₹5 Lakh Silver Urn Accidentally Thrown Away with Garbage
The ancestral 2-kg silver urn was identified through a family photograph and engraved name after a two-day search, just before metal scrap was due for compression.
8,000 Screens, ₹10.60 Crore Advance Sales: Vijay’s ‘Jana Nayagan’ Creates Release Buzz Worldwide
Vijay’s political transition adds historic significance to ‘Jana Nayagan’, with the film featuring fresh edits, new content and TVK references ahead of its much-awaited theatrical debut.
Putin Thanks North Korea For Backing Russia In Ukraine War As He Meets FM Choe Son Hui
Vladimir Putin’s Kremlin meeting with North Korea’s Choe Son Hui highlights deepening military ties, Ukraine war cooperation and growing speculation over a possible new summit with Kim Jong Un.
Andy Burnham Formally Appointed UK Prime Minister by King Charles at Buckingham Palace
Britain has its seventh prime minister since Brexit and its first openly Catholic leader. Andy Burnham now faces the daunting task of reviving the economy, restoring trust and ending years of political instability.
Indian-Origin Uday Ruddaraju Appointed OpenAI CTO, Compute
Ruddaraju will oversee the computing infrastructure behind OpenAI's frontier AI models, as the company expands its global compute capacity and data centre ecosystem to power future AI innovation.
Delhi Police Destroys ₹897 Crore Worth of Narcotics in Major Anti-Drug Operation
The operation included the destruction of methamphetamine, heroin, charas and other banned substances, taking the total narcotics disposed of by Delhi Police since 2022 to nearly 49,663 kg.
PM Modi Urges Constructive Monsoon Session, Says India Stayed Resilient Despite West Asia Crisis
The Prime Minister underscored the need for cooperation in Parliament, saying constructive debate, resilient economic growth and continued reforms are essential to navigate global uncertainties and sustain India's progress.
Chennai Grand Masters: Arjun Erigaisi Beats Gukesh, Joins Lead After Round 5
With just two rounds left, the battle for the Chennai crown is finely poised as three Grandmasters remain firmly in contention for the title.
PM Modi Hails India's Stellar Performance at Biology, Chemistry Olympiads
Indian students secured one Gold and three Silver medals in Biology, while the Chemistry team achieved an unprecedented four-Gold sweep, reinforcing the country's growing global scientific excellence.
Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey Day 3 Box Office: Rs 73 Crore India Gross, Rs 2,270 Crore Worldwide
Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey is rewriting box office history. With Rs 73 crore in India and a staggering Rs 2,270 crore worldwide in just three days, can the epic become 2026's biggest global blockbuster?
No Plan Yet to Raise Petrol Ethanol Blend Beyond 20%, Says Government
India’s ethanol programme has helped cut crude imports, boost farmer earnings and reduce emissions, while the government evaluates future fuel strategies with industry and scientific inputs.
India Women Boxers Capable of Winning Gold, Says Coach Santiago Nieva
The Glasgow campaign is expected to measure India's progress on the international stage while helping the coaching staff fine-tune preparations for upcoming continental and Olympic challenges.
Chapman, Santner Script Dramatic One-Wicket Win to Secure ODI Series
New Zealand overcame a stunning late collapse and emotional conditions surrounding Sir Garry Sobers' tribute, with Santner's composure proving decisive in a series-clinching Barbados thriller.
'It's All Out in the Media': Shubman Gill Clears Air on Rohit Sharma's Retirement Rumours
A record breaking century, viral retirement rumours and two clear statements from Shubman Gill and Rohit Sharma have finally settled the debate over the Indian batting legend's immediate future.
5 Football Stars Who Took Social Media by Storm at FIFA World Cup 2026
The FIFA World Cup 2026 produced unforgettable moments on and off the pitch. From Erling Haaland's viral celebrations to Lamine Yamal's heartwarming family moments, these five football stars captivated millions and became global social media sensations.
FIFA World Cup 2026 Final In Photos: Spain Triumphs Amid Trump Boos And Postmatch Brawl
Trump was jeered twice at the MetLife Stadium finale, once after the anthem and again during the trophy lift, as Spain's title triumph was further overshadowed by a postmatch player brawl.
Toxic Second Song: Tara Sutaria to Romance Yash in New Track, Grand Reveal Today
After Tabaahi set the internet ablaze, Toxic is preparing another surprise. This time, Yash teams up with Tara Sutaria, while fresh trailer and soundtrack updates have fans counting down to the film's release.
Allu Arjun's Raaka Suffers First Leak as Viral Video Reveals Mysterious Character
Raaka's first major leak has finally surfaced after months of secrecy. A viral prosthetic makeup video has given fans a possible glimpse into Allu Arjun and Atlee's mysterious sci fi universe.
Raaka Update: Siri Hanumanthu Becomes Latest Addition to Allu Arjun's Mega Film
Siri Hanumanthu has landed one of the biggest opportunities of her career by joining Allu Arjun and Atlee's Raaka, but the makers are keeping her mysterious role a closely guarded secret.
Anupama Parameswaran's Cryptic Instagram Post Sparks Fresh Buzz Over Dhruv Vikram Rumours
Anupama Parameswaran's emotional Instagram post, an apparent Instagram unfollow, and her silence have reignited speculation around Dhruv Vikram. But is it about a breakup or simply a fresh start? Only she knows.
Prabhas’ Spirit Shoot Reaches 40%; Sandeep Reddy Vanga Shares Big Update
With 40% of Spirit already shot, Prabhas' biggest cop action thriller is gathering pace. Is Sandeep Reddy Vanga preparing another blockbuster that could redefine mass action cinema in 2027?
Salman Khan Silences Health Rumours With Cheeky ‘How Is Your Health?’ Post After Viral Video
Salman Khan's latest Instagram post has fans talking for all the right reasons. After a viral video sparked health concerns, the superstar responded with one cheeky line that instantly flipped the narrative and won the internet.
EDITORIAL AND SPECIAL STORY
Permission Denied, Democracy Deferred
Growing restrictions on peaceful assemblies have reignited concerns over freedom of expression, executive powers and the space available for public dissent.
India Has the World's Largest Cotton Area - Can It Become the Most Productive?
Scientific breeding, climate-resilient farming and quality-focused reforms are reshaping the future of cotton, aiming to boost productivity while securing livelihoods across the textile value chain.
SPORTS
Chennai Grand Masters: Arjun Erigaisi Beats Gukesh, Joins Lead After Round 5
With just two rounds left, the battle for the Chennai crown is finely poised as three Grandmasters remain firmly in contention for the title.
India Women Boxers Capable of Winning Gold, Says Coach Santiago Nieva
The Glasgow campaign is expected to measure India's progress on the international stage while helping the coaching staff fine-tune preparations for upcoming continental and Olympic challenges.
'It's All Out in the Media': Shubman Gill Clears Air on Rohit Sharma's Retirement Rumours
A record breaking century, viral retirement rumours and two clear statements from Shubman Gill and Rohit Sharma have finally settled the debate over the Indian batting legend's immediate future.
5 Football Stars Who Took Social Media by Storm at FIFA World Cup 2026
The FIFA World Cup 2026 produced unforgettable moments on and off the pitch. From Erling Haaland's viral celebrations to Lamine Yamal's heartwarming family moments, these five football stars captivated millions and became global social media sensations.
ENTERTAINMENT
Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey Day 3 Box Office: Rs 73 Crore India Gross, Rs 2,270 Crore Worldwide
Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey is rewriting box office history. With Rs 73 crore in India and a staggering Rs 2,270 crore worldwide in just three days, can the epic become 2026's biggest global blockbuster?
Toxic Second Song: Tara Sutaria to Romance Yash in New Track, Grand Reveal Today
After Tabaahi set the internet ablaze, Toxic is preparing another surprise. This time, Yash teams up with Tara Sutaria, while fresh trailer and soundtrack updates have fans counting down to the film's release.
Raaka Update: Siri Hanumanthu Becomes Latest Addition to Allu Arjun's Mega Film
Siri Hanumanthu has landed one of the biggest opportunities of her career by joining Allu Arjun and Atlee's Raaka, but the makers are keeping her mysterious role a closely guarded secret.
Anupama Parameswaran's Cryptic Instagram Post Sparks Fresh Buzz Over Dhruv Vikram Rumours
Anupama Parameswaran's emotional Instagram post, an apparent Instagram unfollow, and her silence have reignited speculation around Dhruv Vikram. But is it about a breakup or simply a fresh start? Only she knows.
Prabhas’ Spirit Shoot Reaches 40%; Sandeep Reddy Vanga Shares Big Update
With 40% of Spirit already shot, Prabhas' biggest cop action thriller is gathering pace. Is Sandeep Reddy Vanga preparing another blockbuster that could redefine mass action cinema in 2027?
Salman Khan Silences Health Rumours With Cheeky ‘How Is Your Health?’ Post After Viral Video
Salman Khan's latest Instagram post has fans talking for all the right reasons. After a viral video sparked health concerns, the superstar responded with one cheeky line that instantly flipped the narrative and won the internet.