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Supreme Court directs MoEFCC, CEHWC submit captive elephant DNA report
The Supreme Court has directed the Centre to submit a report on DNA profiling of captive elephants and establish guidelines for their healthcare and upkeep.
Calcutta HC orders Indian Railways pay Baptu Pal family ₹8L
The Calcutta High Court directed the Railways to pay Rs 8 lakh compensation to the family of Baptu Pal, who died after falling from an overcrowded train in 2019.
Glacier collapse near Nepal-Tibet border kills 165, over 1,300 missing
NDTV's report from Nuwakot reveals the aftermath of devastating flash floods, with villages buried under meters of silt, complicating rescue efforts for hundreds still missing.
Nepal China border floods: 750 missing and 160 dead
A retired school teacher and a former SAIL employee from West Bengal are among those missing after devastating flash floods hit Nepal and Tibet during the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra.
Bengaluru Uber auto driver Tanzeem wins hearts pushing scooty
A Bengaluru Uber auto driver, Tanzeem, won hearts online after helping a stranded woman by pushing her broken scooty for 10-15 minutes until she found assistance.
Indian government offers senior AI professionals up to ₹4.58L monthly
The Modi government is offering up to Rs 4.58 lakh per month for senior AI roles, nearly double the salary of India’s top civil servants, to attract premium tech talent.
Mumbai mountaineer Milind P Chitlay missing after Nepal flash floods
Dr. Milind P Chitlay, a seasoned mountaineer and co-founder of Hills and Trails, is among those untraceable following devastating flash floods in Nepal.
Gandak River receding in Bihar after Nepal and Tibet floods
The Gandak River's surge receded overnight after upstream floods in Nepal and Tibet, with Bihar embankments enduring the pressure and over 4,000 people evacuated safely.
Thane station on Mumbai-Ahmedabad route raised 12m to protect mangroves
The Thane bullet train station will feature a concourse 12 metres above ground, designed to protect mangroves and adapt to the eco-sensitive terrain near the Ulhas River.
Tamil Nadu scraps Parandur 2nd airport plan after farmer protests
The Tamil Nadu government dropped the Parandur airport project due to protests from farmers and environmental concerns over its impact on water bodies and nearby villages.
Flash floods in Rasuwa strand pilgrims during Kailash Manasarovar Yatra
Twenty-one Tamil Nadu pilgrims stranded in Nepal's Rasuwa region due to flash floods are safe, while efforts are underway to locate the remaining 36 missing individuals.
Telangana Kharif paddy down at least 20% amid El Nino
Paddy cultivation in Telangana is expected to drop by 20% this Kharif season due to a 28.68% rainfall deficit caused by El Niño-induced dry spells, officials reported.
Uttar Pradesh launches lifetime free UPSRTC travel for women 60+
Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath introduced the 'Lokmata Ahilyabai Matrushakti Yatra' scheme, offering lifelong free travel on state-run buses to women aged 60 and above.
Mother donates Surinder Kaur's organs at PGIMER to 4 people
An 18-year-old accident victim from Kharar donated her organs, saving four lives, after being declared brain-stem dead at PGIMER on Tuesday.
More than a 3rd of 570 Delhi dengue cases untraceable
Over a third of Delhi's 570 dengue cases this year remain untraceable due to incomplete or incorrect addresses, hindering efforts to identify clusters and contain outbreaks.
Private bus collides with autorickshaw in Palnadu district, 7 dead
Seven people from Veluru village died when a private bus collided with an auto-rickshaw in Chilakaluripet, Andhra Pradesh; two others were critically injured.
Maharashtra drug inspector paper sold for ₹5L, 6 arrested
A leaked question paper, a romantic fallout, and a Rs 5 lakh transaction unraveled the Maharashtra Drug Inspector exam scam, prompting MPSC to cancel the recruitment process.
NDMC apologizes after central Delhi floods, Dwivedi cites heavy rain
NDMC chairperson Manoj Dwivedi apologised for prolonged waterlogging in central and Lutyens’ Delhi, citing heavy rainfall but vowing to strengthen drainage systems.
Flash floods in Nepal leave 245 missing, 144 bodies recovered
Flash floods in Nepal have left over 130 Indians untraceable, while a Tamil Nadu group narrowly escaped disaster, highlighting contrasting tales of despair and relief.
Ror community threatens to block BJP leaders without CBI probe
The Akhil Bharatiya Ror Mahasabha has issued a September 1 deadline for their demands, threatening to block BJP leaders' entry into villages over alleged fake encounter protests.
Faridabad doctor arrested in Delhi over alleged cancer drug smuggling
A Faridabad-based doctor was arrested for allegedly smuggling and distributing counterfeit anti-cancer drugs in Delhi-NCR, police said.
Haryana sanitation workers extend strike till August 30, union says
Sanitation workers in Haryana have vowed to continue their strike until August 30, citing failed negotiations and unfulfilled government promises on key demands.
Punjab employees and pensioners to protest over 20,161cr unpaid DA
Over 3 lakh Punjab government employees and 4 lakh pensioners are protesting today, demanding pending DA arrears and other long-standing issues, disrupting key services statewide.
Nepal's Bhote Koshi floods kill at least 160, 133 missing
Officials in UP, Bihar, and Uttarakhand began evacuations after flash floods in Nepal’s Bhote Koshi River killed 160 people and threatened rising water levels in Himalayan rivers.
Sandeep Mehta accuses Sanjeev Prakash Sharma, urges CJI to transfer
Justice Sandeep Mehta has accused Rajasthan High Court acting chief justice Sanjeev Prakash Sharma of corruption, nepotism, and misuse of power in letters to CJI Surya Kant.
Tamil Nadu rainfall gap shrinks with 16cm since June 1
Scattered rainfall across Tamil Nadu this August has reduced the monsoon deficit, but subdued showers and rising temperatures are expected until September 1.
Delhi Police oppose bail for Umar Khalid and Sharjeel Imam
The Delhi Police have opposed fresh bail pleas by activists Umar Khalid and Sharjeel Imam, citing their alleged roles as masterminds in the 2020 North-East Delhi riots conspiracy.
Bengaluru 18 story luxury building ₹1-5cr flats set for demolition
An 18-storey apartment complex in Bengaluru, priced between Rs 1 crore and Rs 5 crore per flat, will be dismantled from Thursday due to a structural tilt raising safety concerns.
India, China reach 8-point LAC agreement before Xi Jinping visit
India and China reached an eight-point consensus on boundary talks, emphasizing improved border management and cooperation ahead of Xi Jinping's India visit.
Witness says death threats after testifying in Prajwal Revanna case
A key prosecution witness in the sexual assault trial against ex-Hassan MP Prajwal Revanna claims she and her son face death threats from his alleged supporters.
India and China agree 2 military hotlines along LAC
India and China agreed to establish two additional military hotlines in the Eastern and Middle sectors during the 25th round of boundary talks, aiming to enhance border management.
77 from Sadhguru's foundation missing after flash flood in Tibet
Seventy-seven pilgrims from one of Sadhguru's Kailash pilgrimage groups have gone missing after a flash flood hit Gyirong in Tibet.
'Tried to kill me': Woman's explosive claims against Khan Sir
A young woman from Uttar Pradesh has accused Faisal Khan, popularly known as Khan Sir, of threatening her life.
'Frequently threatens his..': SC judge seeks Rajasthan HC CJ's removal
Supreme Court judge Justice Sandeep Mehta has written a series of letters to Chief Justice of India Surya Kant, seeking the removal of Acting Chief Justice of the Rajasthan High Court, Justice Sanjeev Prakash Sharma.
Bihar, UP on alert after Nepal flash flood kills 16
Flash floods in Nepal's Rasuwa district have left at least 16 dead and caused widespread destruction.
Indians pursuing degrees that don't lead to jobs: NITI Aayog
India's higher education system is in dire need of reform, a recent report by NITI Aayog has warned.
Loitering munition may have hit Pakistan's Kirana Hills: Ex-military chief
Former Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan has said that India's Operation Sindoor in May 2025 may have inadvertently struck Pakistan's Kirana Hills, suspected to house a nuclear installation.
Only 8.25% graduates land jobs matching their qualifications: NITI Aayog
The NITI Aayog has raised concerns about the high unemployment rate among graduates in India, which it says is much higher than the national average.
HAL to develop next-generation helicopter engine with France's Safran
Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) and Safran Helicopter Engines have signed a final contract to co-develop a next-generation helicopter engine.
Gurugram's rules banning school buses on flooded roads backfires
After school buses were stuck in severe waterlogging and traffic congestion for over five hours on August 24, the Gurugram administration on Tuesday night issued new guidelines to prevent such incidents during the monsoon.
'Do we...': Modi raps secretaries over quality of infrastructure projects
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has expressed serious concerns over the quality of public infrastructure projects.
Massive sinkhole appears on Gurugram's IFFCO Chowk road after rain
A major traffic disruption was reported at Gurugram's IFFCO Chowk on Tuesday afternoon after a large sinkhole appeared on the service road.
MPSC cancels drug inspector recruitment after question paper leak
The Maharashtra Public Service Commission (MPSC) has canceled the recruitment process for the post of Drug Inspector, Group-B, in the Food and Drug Administration Department.
Essential documents for property registration in India
Property registration in India is a critical step to establish legal ownership.
Cab drivers move Bombay High Court against Marathi language rule
Four app-based cab drivers have approached the Bombay High Court, challenging a Maharashtra government rule making knowledge of Marathi mandatory for auto-rickshaw, taxi, and app-based cab drivers.
Maharashtra cancels appointments of officers, employees made by oral orders
The Maharashtra chief secretary has ordered the immediate cancellation of appointments made in ministerial offices and state departments on deputation, on a loan basis, or through oral orders without following due procedure.
H1N1 vaccine needed for some above 65, not all: ICMR
The government of India has advised against universal vaccination for seasonal flu or H1N1.
Census 2027 will not collect data on begging
The upcoming Census 2027 will not collect separate data on begging, a first in India's census history.
Surrender within 3 weeks: SC rejects Tarun Tejpal's plea
The Supreme Court has ordered former Tehelka editor-in-chief Tarun Tejpal to surrender within three weeks. The court has also asked him to submit a surrender certificate by September 22 for the appeal to be heard on its merits.
IIT Delhi sets up committee to probe student's death
The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Delhi has set up a five-member External Inquiry Committee to look into the death of 31-year-old MSc Physics student Rishikesh Kumar.
SC grants relief to journalist who reported Ram Mandir theft
The Supreme Court has granted interim relief from arrest to journalist Abhishek Upadhyay in a road rage case.
Aviation Ministry weighs annual dope test for all pilots
The Indian government is considering making annual dope tests mandatory for all pilots, Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu Kinjarapu announced on Tuesday.
Pulwama: 2 suspected terrorist associates arrested with arms, ammunition
Security forces have arrested two suspected terrorist associates during a joint operation in the Yarwan forest area of south Kashmir's Pulwama district, according to PTI.
Gurgaon: Heavy rain strands school buses with kids inside
A heavy monsoon downpour in Gurgaon on Monday left several school buses stranded with children inside for hours.
BPSC row: Police use water cannons as students break barricades
The Bihar Police and students came face to face as the latter attempted to march toward Raj Bhavan from Gandhi Maidan, demanding cancellation of the 70th BPSC examination.
27 students fall ill after consuming mid-day meal in Rajasthan
At least 27 students of a government school in Rajasthan's Kota district fell ill after consuming their mid-day meal on Monday.
Jantar Mantar fallout: Delhi Police revamp intelligence-gathering strategy for protests
The Delhi Police has reportedly revamped its intelligence-gathering strategy for large demonstrations in the wake of the July 20 Jantar Mantar incident.
BMC begins demolition of illegal structures in Mumbai's Rustomjee Crown
The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has started demolishing unauthorized structures at Rustomjee Crown, a luxury residential complex in Prabhadevi, Mumbai.
'Major turning point': PM Modi marks 10 years of UPI
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday celebrated the 10th anniversary of the Unified Payments Interface (UPI), calling it a "major turning point" in India's digital payments journey.
Changing your address? Here's how to update your documents
Changing your address can be a daunting task, but it is an important one to ensure that all your records are up to date.
'Not essential religious practice': Allahabad HC dismisses student's hijab plea
The Allahabad High Court has dismissed a petition filed by a Muslim student, who sought permission to wear a hijab along with her school uniform.
Delhi-NCR battered by heavy rains; over 160 flights affected
Delhi and parts of the National Capital Region (NCR) were battered by heavy rains on Tuesday morning. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a red alert for the city.
Karnataka: Amazon, Instamart, BigBasket food licenses suspended over 'datura' sale
The Karnataka Food Safety and Drugs Administration Department has suspended the food licenses of Amazon, Swiggy Instamart, and BigBasket, The Hindu reported.
Gurmeet Ram Rahim granted 21-day furlough, 17th since 2020
Dera Sacha Sauda chief Gurmeet Ram Rahim Singh has been granted a 21-day furlough. This is the self-styled godman's 17th temporary release since 2020.
CJP announces peaceful march on September 5 over unmet commitments
The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) has announced a peaceful protest march from India Gate to the Delhi Police Headquarters on September 5.
Gurugram issues work-from-home advisory for offices, online classes for schools
The Gurugram district administration has issued a work-from-home advisory for offices and online classes for schools on Tuesday.
AK-203 Sher rifle now made in India: Why it matters
India has successfully tested its first 'fully made in India' AK-203 Sher rifle at the Korwa Ordnance Factory in Amethi.
SC rejects need for separate inquiry into women protesters' assault
The Supreme Court of India has rejected the need for a separate suo motu inquiry into sexual assault allegations against women protesters during the July 20 student protests in Delhi.
Death penalty necessary for high-level corruption, says Zoho's Sridhar Vembu
Sridhar Vembu, the founder of Zoho, has suggested that Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Joseph Vijay should consider adopting Singapore-like laws to combat drug dealing and high-level corruption.
Delhi: Bad weather delays over 390 flights, causes 26 cancellations
Severe weather conditions in Delhi have led to nearly 397 flights delayed or affected, 26 canceled, and 15 flights diverted, including three international services, from the city airport, according to data from FlightRadar24.
J&K reopens probe into Wandhama massacre of 23 Kashmiri Pandits
The Jammu and Kashmir State Investigation Agency (SIA) has reopened the investigation into the 1998 Wandhama massacre, a case where 23 Kashmiri Pandits were killed.
India's request at Modi-Trump meet 'normal practice': Report
Discussions about arrangements for public appearances of leaders are a "normal practice," government sources clarified to ANI on Monday.
Vijay announces 3 free LPG cylinders to families annually
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Joseph Vijay has announced a new set of welfare measures in the state Assembly.
Heavy rain hits Delhi-NCR; IMD warns of thunderstorms, lightning
Heavy rainfall hit parts of the Delhi-National Capital Region (NCR) on Monday morning, resulting in traffic snarls and fears of waterlogging.
Mumbai: Heavy police deployed after clash during Ganesh procession
Heavy police security was deployed in Mumbai's Mazgaon area after a clash broke out between two groups during a Ganesh idol procession on Sunday night.
Kalyan: Patient's son assaults doctor over treatment explanation
A doctor was allegedly assaulted by a patient's son at a private hospital in Kalyan, Maharashtra.
How to reissue your caste certificate in India
In India, caste certificates are important documents that prove a person's caste status. They are required for availing various benefits and reservations.
Haryana: Woman allegedly kills husband, puts intestines in bag
In a shocking incident in Kurukshetra, Haryana, a woman allegedly killed her husband.
Amnesty accuses Delhi Police of using excessive force during protests
Amnesty International has accused the Delhi Police of using excessive force during the July 20 protests over the NET-UG paper leak.
Amravati: 3 newborns die in fire at district hospital
A devastating fire broke out in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) of the District Women's Hospital in Amravati, Maharashtra, on Monday morning.
India requested no-question policy at Trump-Modi meeting: US ambassador
The United States Ambassador to India, Sergio Gor, has revealed that India had requested a no-question policy at the press conference following Prime Minister Narendra Modi's meeting with President Donald Trump.
ED raids ex-KPSC controller's premises in Bengaluru, Bareilly
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Sunday raided the premises of Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officer Gyanendra Kumar Gangwar in Bengaluru and Bareilly, The Hindu reported.
Woman's dismembered body found hanging in Chennai house
A woman's dismembered body parts were discovered inside a red suitcase on a train in Agra earlier this month.
'Jantar Mantar 2.0': Cockroach Janta Party warns of fresh protest
The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) has warned of another Jantar Mantar-like protest if the central government fails to fulfill its commitments.
Pregnant Defence staffer dies by suicide, in-laws accused of harassment
A 30-year-old pregnant Assistant Section Officer in the Ministry of Defence, Naziya Khanam, died by suicide at her home in Delhi's Dwarka on August 21, India Today reported.
Mutual interest test must be met: Jaishankar on neighborly relations
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar has emphasized that India's relations with its neighbors should be based on mutual interests.
After CJP workers attacked at school, Rajasthan orders new building
The Rajasthan government has ordered the construction of a new school building at Rampura.
Delhi wakes up to light rains, mist
Delhi woke up to light rains on Sunday, bringing much-needed respite from the sweltering heat and humidity.
FIR filed against Dipke for illegal entry into school
An FIR has been filed against Abhijeet Dipke, the convenor of the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), for allegedly entering a government school in Maharashtra's Latur district without permission.
Rescue operations on after cargo ship sinks off Odisha coast
A Panama-flagged cargo vessel, MV Ocean Winner, sank in the Bay of Bengal off Odisha's Paradip coast on Saturday.
Panama-flagged cargo ship sinks 240 nautical miles off Odisha coast
A Panama-flagged cargo ship sank in the Bay of Bengal on Saturday, about 240 nautical miles from the Paradip coast in Odisha.
Mumbai received over 8,000 pothole complaints this monsoon
Mumbai's monsoon season has brought back the city's notorious pothole problem.
Indians flying abroad won't require physical boarding passes from September
Starting September 1, passengers flying out of Indian airports will no longer need a physical boarding pass.
Hyderabad: 7-story under-construction building collapses; 2 dead, several injured
A seven-story under-construction building in Anjaiah Nagar, Hyderabad, collapsed on Saturday, leaving at least two people dead and several others injured.
Government issues advisory as swine flu cases rise in Delhi-NCR
The Ministry of Health has advised people to seek medical attention if they show any symptoms of H1N1 after the National Capital Territory of Delhi and surrounding areas witnessed a spike in Influenza A (H1N1) cases, popularly known as swine flu.
SC orders refund of ₹5cr fine on Art of Living
The Supreme Court has ordered the Delhi Development Authority (DDA) to refund the ₹5 crore fine imposed on the Art of Living Foundation, setting aside a 2017 order of the National Green Tribunal (NGT), which had held the foundation responsible for damage to the Yamuna floodplains.
'₹150cr council funds diverted': Bar Council co-chairman demands chairman's resignation
The Bar Council of India (BCI) co-chairman YR Sadasiva Reddy has written to Chairman Manan Kumar Mishra, demanding his immediate resignation.