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Indian Railways to add 4th tracks on 7 busiest routes
Indian Railways plans to quadruple tracks across 11,000 km of high-density routes, which handle 41% of rail traffic despite comprising just 16% of the network.
Uttar Pradesh accounts for nearly half of India's scrapped vehicles
Uttar Pradesh contributes 48.5% to India's vehicle scrapping, with over 1.97 lakh vehicles scrapped by July 2026, supported by 92 licensed facilities and government incentives.
Telangana records 38% rainfall deficit in August at 134.5mm
Telangana experienced a 38% rainfall deficit in August 2026, with El Niño significantly impacting monsoon patterns and causing uneven rainfall distribution across the State.
Chennai teacher Bhuvaneshwari dies by suicide amid alleged dowry harassment
A 27-year-old Chennai teacher, Bhuvaneshwari, died by suicide, with her family alleging relentless dowry harassment despite giving a Rs 15 lakh car and 70 sovereigns of gold.
Tamil Nadu's C Joseph Vijay raises Aavin milk procurement price
Tamil Nadu CM C Joseph Vijay raised Aavin milk procurement prices to ₹44/litre and unveiled multi-crore infrastructure initiatives in power, semiconductors, and logistics.
Sadhguru pledges ₹1cr to Nepal PM disaster relief fund
Sadhguru pledged Rs 1 crore to Nepal’s disaster relief fund and proposed a five-nation Himalayan Board to coordinate disaster responses across the fragile mountain region.
Tamil Nadu raises milk price ₹44/L while Mumbai hikes ₹9/L
Tamil Nadu raised milk procurement prices to Rs 44 per litre, benefiting over 3.16 lakh producers, while Mumbai's wholesale rates will surge by Rs 9 per litre from September 2026.
Narendra Modi honors Mahatma Gandhi in Bishkek before SCO
Prime Minister Narendra Modi honored Mahatma Gandhi at his memorial in Bishkek during his visit to Kyrgyzstan for the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit.
Sukesh Chandrasekhar jailed 8 years for impersonating Supreme Court judge
Sukesh Chandrasekhar received an eight-year jail term for impersonating a Supreme Court judge to influence a corruption case. He has challenged the verdict in Delhi High Court.
SC dismisses plea seeking mandatory disclosure of E20 content
The Supreme Court has dismissed a petition seeking mandatory labeling or disclosure of ethanol content in petrol sold at fuel stations across India.
Supreme Court rejects Narendra Kumar Goswami petition on ethanol labeling
The Supreme Court of India rejected a plea demanding mandatory disclosure of ethanol content in petrol, allowing the petitioner to approach the High Court for further relief.
Deadly Nepal avalanche exposes gaps in India's Himalayan disaster preparedness
India monitors glacial lakes for flood risks, but recent Nepal disaster highlights overlooked threats from high-altitude hanging glaciers prone to sudden collapse.
CM Sarma to probe 226 HIV-positive inmates across 31 jails
Over four months, 226 inmates across 31 jails in Assam tested positive for HIV, with overcrowding and injecting drug use identified as major contributing factors.
ISI, terrorists using pornographic websites for encrypted communication: Report
Indian security agencies have unearthed a new communication method used by terrorists and the Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) of Pakistan, Wion has reported.
16-year-old seeking help amid Delhi rain gang-raped inside moving bus
A 16-year-old Class 11 student from Uttar Pradesh was allegedly gang-raped inside a moving sleeper bus on August 4, police said.
Ashwani Awasthi says India lacks skilled professionals for 2047 construction
India's ambitious Viksit Bharat 2047 goals are hindered by a critical shortage of industry-ready professionals, as the built environment sector undergoes rapid transformation.
Chief Minister Vijay announces ₹20,000cr thermal plant in Thoothukudi
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay announced a Rs 20,000 crore thermal power plant in Thoothukudi, prioritizing minimal agricultural land acquisition for balanced development.
Mandakini river floods Chitrakoot MP, destroys Ramghat and Karwi bridges
Heavy flooding in Chitrakoot, Madhya Pradesh, caused by the swollen Mandakini River, has damaged bridges and submerged homes, leaving residents homeless and struggling to recover.
IMD warns heavy rain in eastern India starting August 31
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) predicts heavy rainfall in multiple northern states, influenced by a low-pressure area over Gangetic West Bengal and nearby regions.
Indian Navy adds INS Nipun in Mumbai, boosting both-coast rescues
The Indian Navy has commissioned INS Nipun, its second indigenously built Nistar-class Diving Support Vessel, enhancing deep-sea diving and submarine rescue operations.
Delhi: 3.5-year-old boy abused at playschool, eardrums swollen
A three-and-a-half-year-old boy was allegedly abused at a private playschool in northeast Delhi's Maujpur.
2 shooters involved in Haryanvi singer's murder killed in encounter
Two suspected shooters involved in the murder of Haryanvi singer Ankit Baliyan were killed in a police encounter on Monday morning.
Ankit Baliyan killed over song linked to gangster Jitender Maan
Police revealed that Haryanvi singer Ankit Baliyan's murder stemmed from a song linked to gangster Gogi's 2021 courtroom killing, sparking outrage among rival gang members.
Suresh Gopi seeking return of Kerala women's bodies from California
Union Minister Suresh Gopi pledged efforts to repatriate the remains of two Keralam women allegedly murdered in California, with investigations currently ongoing.
Sushant Lok-3 30-year-old house's balconies collapse, 2 seriously injured
A 30-year-old house in Gurugram's Sushant Lok-3 saw balconies on three floors collapse within seconds, seriously injuring two people and sparking concerns over ageing structures.
IMD forecasts monsoon comeback with heavy rain for eastern India
A new low-pressure system from the Bay of Bengal is set to bring heavy rainfall to eastern, central, and northern India as the monsoon enters its final month.
Delhi sees 199-case H1N1 spike, total now over 3,000
Delhi reported 199 new H1N1 cases in 24 hours, the season's second-highest single-day count, pushing the total to 3,006 as the outbreak shows no signs of abating.
IAS officer Gyanendra Kumar Gangwar arrested in KPSC rigging case
IAS officer Gyanendra Kumar Gangwar was arrested by CID for alleged irregularities in Karnataka Public Service Commission exams, including tampering with OMR sheets for ₹1.1 crore.
RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat: 'Bharat never refuses help' urges involvement
Mohan Bhagwat highlighted India’s enduring tradition of service, emphasizing its deep cultural roots and urging citizens to uphold this spirit of generosity in modern society.
Slain Haryanvi singer Ankit Balyan's family appeals to Rahul Gandhi
Ankit Baliyan's wife has urged Congress leader Rahul Gandhi to intervene in the singer's murder case, citing delayed arrests and seeking justice for her late husband.
5 things to know about the Indian birth certificate process
Obtaining a birth certificate in India is an important task, but it can be a complicated process.
CJI Surya Kant says laundering could buy everyone a laptop
Chief Justice of India Surya Kant revealed that annual global money laundering could fund a laptop for every person on Earth, highlighting the vast scale of economic crime.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman at G-20 meeting in North Carolina
Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman arrived in Asheville, North Carolina, for the G-20 finance ministerial meeting focused on global growth amid geopolitical conflicts.
Investigation finds Rajasthan government schools still lack real classrooms
TOI's investigation across six Rajasthan districts reveals crumbling infrastructure, teacher shortages, and unsafe learning conditions in government schools.
ED seeks CBI NEET-UG 2026 charge sheet and witness statements
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has formally requested the CBI's case records to probe financial irregularities in the alleged NEET-UG 2026 paper leak scandal.
Narendra Modi to meet Masoud Pezeshkian at SCO summit
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will hold his first in-person talks with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian in Bishkek amid ongoing West Asia crisis discussions.
Mumbai port crane strikes ship Vienna, causes fire, 2 injured
A crane caught fire after its boom struck a Barbados-flagged vessel during a 140-tonne cargo lift at Mumbai Port, injuring two operators on August 30, 2026.
Himachal Pradesh records 2nd H1N1 death as Ramashish Ram dies
A 64-year-old Bilaspur resident succumbed to H1N1 in Shimla, marking the state's second swine flu fatality within three days amidst rising health concerns.
Zirakpur Raksha Bandhan sees 2 road deaths in separate crashes
A 35-year-old woman died after falling from a motorcycle and being run over by a bus near Bhullar Farm on the Zirakpur-Patiala road Friday morning.
Amina Usman Dada arrested in 100cr property fraud case
Amina Usman Dada, 72, was arrested by the EOW for allegedly conspiring in a ₹100-crore property fraud involving forgery and criminal breach of trust in South Mumbai.
Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh compares fame to Kaikeyi in Mahendragarh
BJP leader Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh stated that allegations by Haryana women wrestlers gave him nationwide recognition, comparing their role to Kaikeyi’s in the Ramayana.
India launches AdiVaani AI with IIT Delhi connecting 700+ tribes
AdiVaani, an AI-powered platform by the Union government, aims to bring tribal languages online, enabling access to services and resources in native tongues.
Delhi plans discom-managed rooftop solar policy to reduce costs
Delhi's draft solar policy aims to lower rooftop installation costs by front-loading subsidies and incentives, potentially reducing upfront expenses for a 3 kW system to ₹15,000.
Prayagraj's Lete Hanuman Temple sanctum flooded, locals deem spiritually powerful
The sacred Ganga entered Shri Lete Hanuman Temple's sanctum on Sunday, marking an auspicious event, even as rising river levels across Prayagraj raised fears of potential flooding.
IMD issues orange alert for heavy rain in Uttar Pradesh
The India Meteorological Department forecasts significant rainfall in Uttar Pradesh over the next 48 hours, issuing orange alerts for six districts and yellow alerts for others.
RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat calls India Vishwaguru at Toronto event
RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat, speaking in Toronto, highlighted India's civilisational ethos of selfless service and universal friendship as the foundation of its role as a "Vishwaguru."
Maharashtra government will consider Maratha reservation only if constitutionally valid
The Maharashtra government signaled readiness to discuss constitutionally valid demands of the Maratha community amid ongoing protests and hunger strikes.
FSSAI to roll out red hexagonal warnings on packaged foods
India's FSSAI proposes red hexagonal warning labels for packaged foods high in fat, sugar, or salt, marking a shift towards consumer-focused food regulations.
Noida Authority clears 50-km elevated expressway to Jewar airport
A new 50-km elevated expressway connecting Akshardham Temple to Jewar Airport has received final alignment approval, promising faster commutes and reduced traffic congestion.
India's immigration bureau ends boarding pass stamping for international departures
Starting September 1, Indian airports will no longer require international travellers to get their boarding passes stamped during immigration clearance, simplifying departures.
UP STF shot dead 2 suspects over Baliyan murder
Two alleged shooters, Sumit and Mohit, involved in Haryanvi singer Ankit Baliyan's murder, were killed in an encounter with Uttar Pradesh STF during the ongoing investigation.
RSS chief Bhagwat urges unity at Toronto 'Hindu Vishwa Bandhu'
RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat, addressing a Toronto gathering, emphasized Hinduism's ethos of unity in diversity and India's tradition of service and inclusivity.
India's July 2026 power generation sees renewables near 20%
Renewable energy contributed nearly 20% to India's power generation in July, marking a 30% year-on-year growth and reflecting the nation's commitment to cleaner energy sources.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi urges creative action against drugs
PM Modi urged youth and content creators to use creative efforts, including social media campaigns, to raise awareness and promote a drug-free lifestyle across India.
Nepal hydropower projects flooded, more than 900 workers missing
Rescue teams in Nepal, led by the Army, are racing against time to locate over 900 missing workers from flood-hit hydropower projects, with efforts focused on tunnel searches.
Modi may meet Iran's president Pezeshkian at SCO Bishkek summit
PM Narendra Modi is expected to meet Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian during the SCO summit in Kyrgyzstan, marking their first in-person meeting since the US-Israel war began.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrives in Bishkek for SCO summit
Prime Minister Narendra Modi received a heartfelt reception from the Indian diaspora in Bishkek upon arriving in the Kyrgyz Republic for the 26th SCO Leadership Summit.
Government expands iFMS to match fertilizer sales with farmers' crops
The Centre is enhancing the iFMS platform to connect fertiliser sales with farmer, land, and crop data, aiming to improve transparency and supply monitoring.
PM Modi wraps Central Asia tour to boost UNSC bid
Prime Minister Modi's visit to Uzbekistan and Kyrgyzstan underscores Central Asia's growing strategic importance and India's push for United Nations Security Council reforms.
Authorities recover 13 bodies from Gandak river amid Nepal flooding
Thirteen bodies have been recovered from the Gandak river in Uttar Pradesh's Kushinagar and Maharajganj districts following devastating flash floods in neighboring Nepal.
Odisha reports 29 suspected scrub typhus cases in Sanbagdhari village
A medical team was dispatched to Pallahara block, Angul district, after 29 scrub typhus cases were detected in Sanbagdhari village through rapid kit tests.
IST is now legal time reference for all Indian entities
The Indian government has officially notified the Legal Metrology (Indian Standard Time) Rules, 2026.
'They're not saints': Wangchuk says CJP founders have political ambitions
Activist Sonam Wangchuk has said that the founders of the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) have political ambitions.
Indore contaminated water deaths: One-member commission blames delayed tender process
A one-member judicial commission has confirmed that 24 people in Indore's Bhagirathpura died after consuming water contaminated with sewage.
SC to hear plea challenging anonymous cash donations to parties
The Supreme Court will hear a petition challenging the provision of the Income Tax Act that allows political parties to accept anonymous cash donations under ₹2,000.
Suitcase with body parts: Couple on run for 24d arrested
A couple, Manik Uddin Laskar (22) and Bhagabati Majhi (21), was arrested in Manipur's Jiribam district on Saturday. They are accused of murdering Hayathun Nisha, a 38-year-old woman from Odisha.
Chandigarh influencer who was set ablaze was 7 weeks pregnant
Social media influencer Manjeet Kaur, who died under mysterious circumstances on August 26, was nearly seven weeks pregnant at the time of her death. The autopsy report confirmed this shocking detail.
Heavy rainfall forecast in parts of India on Monday
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted heavy to very heavy rainfall in isolated areas of eight states on Monday.
Elderly man, accomplice kill schizophrenic son in South Delhi
A 64-year-old man and his accomplice have been arrested for the murder of his schizophrenic son in South Delhi.
FSSAI bans these popular hing brands; here's why
The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has temporarily banned the sale of hing (asafoetida) by Everest Food Products and Laljee Godhoo.
IIT Delhi forms panel for external enquiry into student suicide
An external inquiry committee has been formed by the Indian Institute of Technology Delhi (IIT Delhi) to investigate the suicide of 31-year-old MSc Physics student Rishikesh Kumar.
Passenger tries smuggling drugs in flight lavatory, nabbed
An Air India Express flight from Phuket, Thailand to Bengaluru witnessed a bizarre incident when a passenger attempted to smuggle contraband on board.
Bombay HC allows reopening of MCA restaurants after compliance
The Bombay High Court has allowed the reopening of five restaurants at the Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) premises, Bandra-Kurla Complex.
3 bodies recovered from Gandak river in Uttar Pradesh
Three bodies were recovered from the Gandak River in Uttar Pradesh's Kushinagar district on Saturday.
Chandigarh influencer succumbs to injuries after being set ablaze
A 28-year-old social media influencer from Chandigarh, Manjeet Kaur, died on August 26 during treatment at the Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGIMER). The incident took place nearly two months after she was allegedly abducted and immolated.
NTA revamp: Five officers appointed as directors, joint directors
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has undergone a major revamp with the appointment of five new officers.
CNG price-hike: Delhi auto unions seek immediate rise in fares
Transport unions in Delhi have demanded an immediate increase in autorickshaw fares, threatening a strike on September 9 if their demand is not met.
Maratha quota activist Jarange begins hunger strike
Quota activist Manoj Jarange has begun an indefinite hunger strike at Antarwali Sarati village in Jalna district, news agency PTI reported.
Bay of Bengal system to enhance monsoon activity in India
A new weather system is developing over the Bay of Bengal, promising a fresh spell of monsoon rainfall for east and central India.
FDA officer forced to eat expired biscuits by mob
A shocking incident unfolded in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar district of Maharashtra when a Food and Drug Administration (FDA) officer was cornered by an angry mob.
Delhi model's murder accused has past of violent crimes
The accused in the Delhi model murder case, Mohammad Imran, was booked under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act in 2018 for sexually harassing a minor.
CBI arrests IRS officer, 2 others in bribery case
The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has arrested Indian Revenue Service (IRS)-2009 officer Vinay Kumar Kanheti, serving as Additional Commissioner of CGST in Maharashtra's Raigad district, in a bribery case.
India offers to send NDRF teams to Nepal for rescue
The Indian government has offered to send National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) personnel to Nepal for rescue operations, following devastating floods that have killed around 600 people.
Indian Railways doubles littering fine to ₹1,000 under new rules
The Indian Railways has increased the penalty for littering on its premises. Passengers and others caught violating cleanliness rules will now be fined ₹1,000, according to The Indian Express.
Ahmedabad: Mob beats up readers over Anne Frank, Malala books
In a shocking incident in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, a group of bibliophiles was attacked by a mob allegedly comprising Bajrang Dal and Vishwa Hindu Parishad activists, various media reports stated.
Woman dies, some faint scrambling for BJP mayor's rakhi gifts
A stampede-like situation broke out at a Raksha Bandhan event organized by Bareilly BJP Mayor Umesh Gautam and his son Parth on Thursday at the Bareilly Club ground.
India plans to acquire battle-tested Javelin anti-tank missile system: US
India is planning to acquire the battle-tested Javelin anti-tank missile system from the United States, Sergio Gor, the US Ambassador to India, announced on Friday.
Muskan murder case: How accused gym trainer was finally caught
A gym trainer, Aqib alias Imran, was arrested on Friday morning after a gunfight with the police in connection with the murder of a 21-year-old Delhi University student.
TASMAC to digitize liquor stock submissions at retail shops
Tamil Nadu's state-run liquor retailer, TASMAC, is set to digitize its operations from September 1.
IMD predicts light to moderate rain in Delhi-NCR on Friday
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted light to moderate rainfall in the Delhi-National Capital Region (NCR) on Friday.
Delhi couple arrested for spying for Pakistan's ISI
The Delhi Police Special Cell has arrested a couple, Sahil (25) and Sameera (21), for allegedly spying on behalf of Pakistan's Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI).
Nepal flash floods: Bodies recovered 200km downsream
The recent flash floods in Nepal's Rasuwa district have left at least 469 dead and hundreds missing.
PM Modi to visit Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan for SCO summit
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will embark on a four-day visit to Uzbekistan and Kyrgyzstan from Saturday. The trip includes attending the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit and a bilateral meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin.
Maharashtra cab, auto drivers get 1-year breather to learn Marathi
The Maharashtra government has given a one-year grace period to auto-rickshaw and taxi drivers to learn basic Marathi.
Pakistan spies tried finding S-400s during Op Sindoor: Air Marshal
Retired Air Marshal Jeetendra Mishra has revealed that Pakistan activated spies and sleeper cells in India during the May 2025 conflict to locate S-400 systems.
Hathras victim's family on verge of starvation 6yrs after gangrape-murder
The family of the 19-year-old Dalit woman, who was gang-raped and killed in Uttar Pradesh's Hathras district in 2020, has said that their lives have been reduced to a "house arrest" due to round-the-clock security.
Delhi: 21-year-old woman stabbed to death; gym trainer suspected
A 21-year-old woman, identified as Muskan, was allegedly stabbed to death inside her rented house in New Mahavir Nagar, Tilak Nagar, Delhi, on Wednesday evening.
'No contact with 288 Indians': MEA's update on Nepal floods
The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has confirmed that it has no contact with 288 Indian nationals in Nepal after the devastating flash floods.
Manipur: Four Naga civilians killed, one missing after ambush
Four Naga civilians were killed, one was injured and one remained missing after an ambush by suspected Kuki militants along the IT Road in Kangpokpi district of Manipur.
NLSIU Bengaluru cancels convocation amid CJI invite row
The National Law School of India University (NLSIU), Bengaluru, has canceled its 34th Annual Convocation for the graduating batch of 2026.
Training aircraft crashes in Kanpur; instructor pilot, trainee pilot killed
A twin-engine four-seater training aircraft crashed in a field in Kanpur on Thursday, killing both the instructor pilot and trainee pilot.