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5 Killed, 2 Injured After Car Plunges In Roadside Pond In Odisha

Five people lost their lives and two others sustained injuries after their vehicle plunged into a roadside pond in Odisha. The victims were a group of young adults traveling to attend a friend's wedding ceremony when the incident occurred.

BDA puts checks on builders seeking plan modifications in Bengaluru

The BDA has made it clear that no modified building plan can be sanctioned once the permissible Floor Area Ratio has been fully utilised and an Occupancy Certificate issued for the entire project

"Your Convenience, Any Place, Any Time": Centre's Appeal To Protesters For Talks

Underlining that the government has sent four proposals for discussions since yesterday, Union Minister Jitendra Singh reiterated that the government is ready for discussions at "any time, any place" in a big outreach to

Fast-track trial for NEET leak cases at four High Courts: Arjun Ram Meghwal

Indian Railways train punctuality hits 76.32% in last three months

Google now lets you sign in to your account using a selfie video

Google announced yet another way to gain access to your account if you get locked out, forget your password, or don't have access to the phone, computer, or two-factor authentication apps you typically use. As the name i

Israelis fear Saudi nuclear deal could ignite West Asia arms race

The agreement, ⁠which still needs Congressional approval, that was announced on July 22, is meant to allow the Saudis to develop a civilian nuclear programme.

What is the Sabarimala gold ‘theft’ case? | Explained

The detention of a former TDB president has brought the Sabarimala gold ‘theft’ case back into focus. Here’s a look at the allegations, the investigation and what lies ahead

Self-medication may be temptingly easy. But it can have serious consequences

While self-care can be considered as a necessary component of dealing with minor diseases, it should not be a substitute for trained, medical help, especially in an era when misinformation is on the rise

‘Jana Nayagan’ release: ‘Thalapathy’ Vijay pays tribute to MGR

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay’s Jana Nayagan has finally hit theatres after months of delays. The film pays tribute to former Chief Minister and screen legend MGR with AI-generated voice recreations, iconic song refere

Japan Unveils 'Human Refrigerator' To Help Workers Beat Extreme Summer Heat

A Japanese company has launched a specialized one-person cooling station designed to provide immediate relief for workers during severe summer heatwaves. Known as the Do Hiemon Box, the localized booth aims to reduce heatstroke risks for individuals working in high-temperature environments.

ICMR-NIN consortium calls for healthier school food environment, stricter regulations on marketing

According to the consortium, its work focuses on generating research, policy analysis and advocacy to support India's efforts to prevent diet-related NCDs by transforming food environments, particularly for children and

Houthis strike tankers in Red Sea; first since Saudi-linked shipping blockade via Bab el-Mandeb

U.S. President Donald Trump warned on July 22, 2026 that the U.S. would destroy one bridge or power plant each time Iran shoots at a ship in the strait

Weather LIVE Updates: Rain In Delhi-NCR Brings Down Temperature

Heavy rainfall across the Delhi-NCR region has led to a significant drop in temperatures, bringing relief from recent heat. The India Meteorological Department has issued a yellow alert for the area as monsoon activity intensifies.

Balen Shah Breaks His Self Imposed Diplomatic Rule For India, China: Sources

Kathmandu Mayor Balen Shah is reportedly set to end his self-imposed restriction on foreign official visits by preparing for upcoming trips to India and China. Senior government sources indicate that these diplomatic movements are currently being finalized and are expected to be announced shortly.

Google’s Sundar Pichai hails “amazing” quarter during earnings call as investors fret about delayed Gemini 3.5 Pro

Google CEO Sundar Pichai defended the company’s frontier models amidst worries about the delayed release of the Gemini 3.5 Pro model that was expected last month

Framework’s premium laptop is shipping with less RAM

RAMageddon has claimed yet another victim, with Framework now announcing a "major and unfortunate" pricing update for its upcoming premium laptop - which also impacts folks who preordered it. Memory configurations for th

Panna Lost All Its Tigers. How Science & the Ken River Powered Its Historic Comeback

Recent headlines have brought Panna Tiger Reserve back into the spotlight. The reason is the Ken-Betwa River Link Project , whose proposed Daudhan Dam is expected to submerge thousands of hectares of forest within one of

Pfizer's prostate cancer drug combination gets U.S. FDA priority review

For the combination drug, ​Pfizer said the FDA had set ⁠a target decision date in ⁠the last quarter of 2026

Viral Slogans, Savage Memes: The Gen Z Style Dominating NEET Protests

From witty one-liners to creative placards inspired by internet trends, humour has become a powerful tool of expression in the ongoing protest.

Social activist Anna Hazare undertakes 'maun andolan' to support protesting students

“Anna began his protest at 11 a.m. and ended it at 1 p.m.,” the social activist’s aide Datta Awari told PTI

1st T20I Live: Shreyas In Sooryavanshi Dilemma After 0 Wins In 7 Matches

India vs Zimbabwe 1st T20I Playing XI Live Score: India will be taking on Zimbabwe in the first T20I of the three-match series on Thursday in Harare.

Mask up if you have a heart condition: IMA expert, as Andhra Pradesh COVID-19 cases reach 32

Rajeev Jayadevan of the National IMA COVID Task Force said even a fever strains the heart, and that people with heart disease and other conditions should wear masks in crowded places

Commonwealth Games 2026: Lovlina assures India its first medal

Lovlina will take on Tuvalu's TKBP Taafaki in the semifinal