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August 15 Delhi-Meerut Expressway launches India's 1st variable speed limits
Starting August 15, motorists on the Delhi stretch of the expressway must follow time-based speed limits aimed at improving traffic flow and reducing accidents.
BMC shuts water in parts of Mumbai for Vaitarna maintenance
The BMC has announced a 24-hour water supply disruption in parts of Mumbai from August 11 to facilitate maintenance on the Vaitarna water pipeline and distribution network.
National Handloom Day celebrates 35.22L weaving workers, mostly women
Celebrated annually on August 7 since 2015, National Handloom Day honors India’s rich weaving heritage and the socio-economic contributions of its skilled artisans.
CBI chargesheet finds NTA security lapses in NEET-UG 2026 leak
The CBI chargesheet reveals critical lapses in NTA's security protocols, including inadequate CCTV monitoring and lack of frisking measures.
Lucknow-Kanpur ₹4,200cr expressway 300m stretch shows cracks weeks later
Videos show pedestal fans drying repairs on the Rs 4,200-crore Lucknow-Kanpur Expressway, which developed damage weeks after its inauguration, sparking public criticism.
Andhra Pradesh cabinet under N Chandrababu Naidu drops Disha Bill
The Andhra Pradesh cabinet, led by CM N Chandrababu Naidu, decided to withdraw the 2019 Disha Bill, citing stronger provisions in new national criminal laws.
CBI says NEET-UG 2026 papers leaked via WhatsApp and Telegram
The CBI alleges that NEET-UG 2026 question papers were leaked through WhatsApp, Telegram, and digital files, involving intermediaries and brokers days before the examination.
Uttarakhand rains push Ganga above warning, Mussoorie records 16cm
Heavy rainfall in Uttarakhand has caused the Ganga to cross the warning level in Haridwar, while 132 roads, including four national highways, remain blocked due to landslides.
Madhya Pradesh protests India's 44,605cr Ken-Betwa river-link over displacement
India's first river-linking project promises irrigation and drinking water for millions, but tribal protests over displacement and forest rights have sparked nationwide debate.
CBI charges 11 in Chandranath Rath killing involving BJP workers
The CBI has charged 11 individuals, including two BJP workers, for allegedly orchestrating the murder of West Bengal CM Suvendu Adhikari's aide Chandranath Rath in May 2026.
Punjab Police say Delhi Jantar Mantar protesters unconnected to ISI
Punjab Police dismissed claims connecting Jantar Mantar protesters to an ISI-backed terror module, citing misleading edited clips circulating on social media.
Food and Drug Administration shuts 2 IIT-Bombay Deonar canteens
Two IIT-Bombay campus canteens were closed after FDA inspections revealed food safety violations, marking another instance of regulatory action against the prestigious institute.
Atiq Ahmed's son Abaan, 21, dies on Kanpur-Jhansi highway
Police recovered gutkha, cigarettes, four phones, and books—including *The Stationery Shop of Tehran*—from the crashed car of Abaan Ahmed on Kanpur-Jhansi Highway.
Nityananda Gond says Odisha textbook errors exaggerated, promises corrected books
Odisha's education minister Nityananda Gond refuted claims of widespread errors in Class 1 Odia textbooks, alleging media reports exaggerated the issue and misrepresented facts.
IMD forecasts isolated heavy to very heavy rain in Kerala
The IMD forecasts isolated heavy to very heavy rainfall across 13 Kerala districts today, August 7, with rain intensity expected to ease gradually from August 8 onwards.
Maharashtra opens over 30,000 teaching posts after candidate protest warnings
The Maharashtra government has initiated the recruitment process for 30,209 teacher and teaching assistant posts across various schools via the Pavitra portal.
Bofors pay-off case: SC dismisses plea challenging Hinduja brothers' acquittal
The Supreme Court on Thursday dismissed a plea challenging the 2005 acquittal of Hinduja brothers and Swedish arms manufacturer AB Bofors in the Bofors pay-off case.
Speeding bus crashes into house, kills Riya Fathima in Kunnamkulam
A speeding bus on the Kozhikode–Thrissur route rammed into multiple vehicles in Kunnamkulam, killing Riya Fathima and injuring several others.
DPCC report: Yamuna fecal coliforms still far above CPCB limit
Despite monsoon rains, Yamuna's pollution indicators showed minimal improvement in July, with faecal coliform and oxygen levels still exceeding acceptable limits.
Uttar Pradesh rains raise Ganga Yamuna, Dashashwamedh aarti may move
Heavy rainfall has caused the Ganga's water levels to approach Dashashwamedh Ghat's Aarti platform, prompting officials to consider relocating the ceremony to a higher location.
Government opposes income subcategories within SC ST OBC reservations
The Union government informed the Supreme Court that reservations for SCs and STs are based on historical disadvantage, rejecting income-based sub-quota pleas.
Telangana Realtors Association protests Section 22A listing of private lands
Thousands of property owners in Telangana are unable to sell or transfer their legally owned lands due to wrongful inclusion under Section 22A's prohibited list.
AIMIM corporator Matin Patel arrested for allegedly hiding Nida Khan
Matin Patel, an AIMIM corporator from Maharashtra, was arrested for sheltering ex-TCS staffer Nida Khan and failing to appear in court despite repeated summons.
Migratory bird numbers falling sharply across Kerala's once common habitats
Kerala's winter migratory bird populations are shrinking due to climate change and habitat degradation, disrupting vital ecosystems and threatening globally significant species.
Lucknow police uncover alleged newborn sale for a promised house
Lucknow Police exposed a baby sale involving forged hospital records, where a homemaker promised a house to a labourer in exchange for her newborn.
Indian Ocean cloud mass not bringing heavy rain to India
A vast shield of towering storm clouds blankets the Indian Ocean, signaling robust moisture transport, but a lack of triggers delays heavy rainfall over India.
India's Drugs, Medical Devices and Cosmetics Bill, 2026 empowers DCGI
The government aims to replace the 1940 Drugs and Cosmetics Act with a comprehensive bill addressing modern drugs, medical devices, and cosmetics regulations by 2026.
CBI charges 3 NTA experts in NEET-UG 2026 leak
Three NTA subject experts allegedly leaked the NEET-UG 2026 paper by noting questions on chits and marking NCERT paragraphs, exploiting lax security measures.
Supreme Court closes decades-old Bofors case against Hinduja brothers
The Supreme Court dismissed a plea challenging the Delhi High Court’s 2005 decision to quash criminal proceedings against the Hinduja brothers in the 1986 Bofors payoff case.
Chandni Chowk closes about 300 shops for Independence Day security
Nearly 300 shops in Chandni Chowk will remain shut from August 12-15 as Delhi Police enforces heightened security measures ahead of Independence Day celebrations at Red Fort.
Rohini man staged kidnapping to hide unemployment and debt
A 35-year-old Delhi man faked his own kidnapping after hiding his year-long unemployment and mounting debts from his family, prompting a police investigation.
Yogi Adityanath urges 0 tolerance for trouble during Kanwar Yatra
Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath emphasized strict action against disruptions during the Kanwar Yatra, highlighting its role in promoting faith, discipline, and communal harmony.
Leh Apex Body gives government 1 month to meet demands
Sonam Wangchuk has given the Union government a one-month deadline to withdraw cases against protesters and compensate families of victims killed in Leh police firing.
Omar Abdullah inspects Rajouri flood damage, promises more financial support
J&K CM Omar Abdullah assessed flood damage in Rajouri, directing expedited restoration, enhanced relief efforts, and long-term mitigation to protect vulnerable areas.
Firewood shortage at Puri's Swargadwar causes long delays for cremations
A severe firewood shortage at Puri's sacred Swargadwar cremation ground has caused hours-long delays, with over 100 bodies arriving daily and demand far exceeding supply.
Amit Shah assures FCRA bill will not target anyone retroactively
The Centre is finalizing the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Amendment Bill, 2026, aiming to enhance transparency in foreign funding and address stakeholder concerns.
India Today probe finds fake paneer, milk, khoya sold Delhi-NCR
An India Today sting operation exposed a sprawling supply chain of fake paneer, adulterated milk, and synthetic khoya, raising alarming food safety concerns in Delhi-NCR.
What caused gangster Atiq Ahmed son's fatal crash
Aban Ahmed, the youngest son of slain gangster Atiq Ahmed, died in a road accident in Jhansi, Uttar Pradesh, on Thursday.
Government spent ₹557cr on PM Modi's foreign trips since 2021
The Union government has spent ₹557.5 crore on Prime Minister Narendra Modi's foreign trips since 2021, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) revealed in Parliament on Thursday.
CJP announces 'Kya Bolti Public' nationwide campaign from September
The Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) has announced a nationwide campaign called "Kya Bolti Public," starting in September.
'One of them': Tarun Tejpal compares himself to Umar Khalid
Tarun Tejpal, the former editor of Tehelka magazine, was sentenced to 10 years in prison by the Goa Bench of the Bombay High Court on Thursday after finding him guilty of raping a junior colleague in 2013.
Lucknow-Kanpur Expressway sinks, yet firm got new contracts worth ₹3,483cr
The Lucknow-Kanpur Expressway, built by PNC Infratech Limited at a cost of ₹4,200 crore, started caving in just 14 days after its inauguration.
Supreme Court declines medical bail to Asaram
The Supreme Court has denied interim bail to self-styled godman and rape convict Asaram on medical grounds.
Gangster Atiq Ahmed's youngest son killed in road accident
Aban Ahmed, the youngest son of slain gangster-turned-politician Atiq Ahmed, died in a road accident in Jhansi, Uttar Pradesh, on Thursday.
Nagpur kidnapper, rape accused demands pizza, soft bedding in lock-up
A BBA student, arrested for allegedly abducting and sexually assaulting a 16-year-old girl in Nagpur, has been demanding VIP treatment in police lock-up, reports said.
Ex-Tehelka editor-in-chief Tarun Tejpal gets 10-year jail for raping employee
The Bombay High Court's Goa Bench has sentenced Tehelka Magazine editor-in-chief Tarun Tejpal to 10 years in prison after convicting him in the 2013 rape case earlier on Thursday morning.
Ministers broke trust, released pictures of me ending fast: Wangchuk
Activist Sonam Wangchuk has accused the government of breaking a promise by releasing photos of him ending his 26-day hunger strike.
Negotiations only on camera, Jharkhand students reject closed-door meeting proposal
The Jharkhand students' protest against alleged irregularities in state recruitment exams has entered its 12th day.
Air India crew suffered spinal injuries during 5-minute turbulence: Minister
An Air India flight from Phuket to Delhi faced severe mid-air turbulence on Tuesday, injuring 17 people.
How to apply for address proof in India
Navigating India's address proof document application process can be a daunting task, especially for first-timers.
India, Myanmar considering territorial exchange to resolve border issue
India and Myanmar are reportedly considering a territorial exchange to resolve an undemarcated section of their shared border along Manipur.
NHRC directs 6 states to file FIR against Meta
The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has directed the Directors General of Police (DGPs) in six states to file a First Information Report (FIR) against Meta Platforms, News18 reported.
Lok Sabha Secretariat director found hanging in Noida flat
Gaurav Gautam, a 40-year-old director in the Lok Sabha Secretariat, was found hanging from a ceiling fan in his apartment in Noida's Kendriya Vihar-II Society on Sunday.
Listening to youth is 'biggest source' to prevent violence: SC
The Supreme Court has cautioned law enforcement agencies against using an aggressive approach to tackle student protests.
'Heavens won't fall if...Vande Mataram sung in madrasas': Calcutta HC
The Calcutta High Court has observed that "the heavens will not fall" if all six stanzas of the national song Vande Mataram are sung in madrasas.
Article 370: J&K on alert ahead of 'Black day' protests
Security has been tightened across Jammu and Kashmir ahead of protests by several parties, including the National Conference (NC), the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), and the Congress.
Remove deepfake content linking Gadkari to E20 program: Bombay HC
The Bombay High Court has ordered the removal of defamatory and deepfake content linking Union Minister Nitin Gadkari and his family to the government's E20 ethanol-blending program.
3 laborers suffocated after chemical leak at Karnataka factory
Three workers died of suffocation after a chemical leak at a factory in the Kadechur-Badiyal Industrial area of Karnataka in the early hours of Wednesday.
ISI-backed terror module planned attack at Jantar Mantar: Punjab Police
The Punjab Police has busted two cross-border terror modules backed by the Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) of Pakistan.
How to update your address on your Voter ID
Updating your address on a voter ID card is important for ensuring that you are eligible to vote in the correct constituency.
No Indian government role in Hasina's planned press conference: MEA
The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has clarified that the Indian government is not involved in a media event featuring former Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina.
CRPF officer kills 2 colleagues, injures another before shooting himself
A Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) officer allegedly shot dead two of his colleagues and injured another before killing himself at a camp in Assam's Nagaon district on Tuesday.
Air India Phuket-Delhi flight encounters turbulence, 14 injured
An Air India flight from Phuket to Delhi, AI2379, experienced severe turbulence on Tuesday, August 4.
Delhi's air quality dips to 'good' levels: What's the reason?
Delhi recorded some of its cleanest air on Tuesday, with the Air Quality Index (AQI) dipping to a "good" category reading of 29 at around 5:30am.
UP government's new green push: 1,725 e-buses for 18 towns
The Uttar Pradesh Cabinet has approved a proposal to introduce 1,725 new air-conditioned electric buses in 18 metropolitan towns.
Operation Kayakalp: What has changed inside UP's government schools
Since the launch of Operation Kayakalp in 2018, schools across Uttar Pradesh have seen major improvements.
What an Ayushman card actually covers in Uttar Pradesh
Uttar Pradesh has issued over 5.64 crore Ayushman cards under the Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB-PMJAY).
How UP's One District One Product scheme transformed local economy
The Yogi Adityanath-led Uttar Pradesh government's "One District One Product" (ODOP) scheme to boost local artisans and small-scale producers was started in 2018 and aims to promote one signature product from each district by providing skill training, free toolkits, financial assistance, branding support, and market access.
Fresh advisory issued for security forces after J&K terror attacks
In the wake of two recent terror attacks in Jammu and Kashmir, security forces have been issued a new advisory.
Greater Noida factory fire kills 2 firefighters
A massive fire broke out at the ILGIM electronic chip manufacturing unit in Greater Noida's Ecotech-3 industrial area late on Monday night, news agency PTI reported.
5 mistakes that can delay your marriage certificate
Applying for a marriage certificate in India can be a daunting task, especially for first-timers.
Jantar Mantar not appropriate protest site anymore? SC seeks response
The Supreme Court has sought the Union and Delhi governments' response on a plea challenging the use of Jantar Mantar as a protest site.
IPC section on husband cruelty applies to live-in relationships: SC
The Supreme Court on Monday held that men in live-in relationships can be prosecuted under Section 498A of the Indian Penal Code (IPC) for cruelty if the relationship is in the nature of marriage and the parties intended to marry.
Cauvery water not released despite orders, Vijay government moves SC
The Tamil Nadu government has moved the Supreme Court against Karnataka for not releasing Cauvery water.
Up to states to close/withdraw FIRs against protesters: SC clarifies
The Supreme Court has clarified that states are free to close or withdraw FIRs against students involved in the recent protests.
No action against students who protested: Government tells SC
The Indian government has assured the Supreme Court that it will not pursue legal action against students who protested over paper leaks.
India appoints Vishwesh Negi as new envoy to Iran
The Indian government has appointed Vishwesh Negi as its next Ambassador to Iran.
5.64 crore cases pending in Indian courts; SC has 10,000
As many as 5.64 crore cases are pending across the Supreme Court, the 25 high courts, and district and subordinate courts, Law Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal told the Rajya Sabha, citing data available on the National Judicial Data Grid.
Kerala rains kill 15, leave 7 missing amid fresh warnings
Kerala has witnessed a spate of rain-related incidents, claiming 15 lives and leaving seven others missing.
Resham Fatma 1st acid attack survivor to win Chevening Scholarship
Resham Fatma, an acid attack survivor from India, has made history by becoming the first of her kind to receive the prestigious Chevening Scholarship.
SC to hear plea seeking action against 'Sansad Chalo' organizers
The Supreme Court has agreed to hear a petition seeking action against the organizers of the July 20 "Sansad Chalo" student protest.
Delhi-NCR thunderstorms, heavy rain over western UP
The southwest monsoon is expected to bring moderate to heavy rainfall in Delhi and the National Capital Region (NCR) on Monday.
Abhijeet Dipke denies allegations of unexplained family wealth
Abhijeet Dipke, founder of the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), has denied allegations that his education at Boston University was funded by unexplained family wealth.
Why is student leader now on hunger strike in Jharkhand
Students in Jharkhand have intensified their protests against alleged irregularities in recruitment examinations, with a student leader going on an indefinite hunger strike.