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Centre tells Delhi high court ONGC has taken possession of Vedanta oil block
Business

Centre tells Delhi high court ONGC has taken possession of Vedanta oil block

Mining company Vedanta had moved the Delhi high court's division bench, seeking to halt the government's takeover of the CB-OS/2 offshore oil and gas block.

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 23 Jul

In Pictures: CM Vijay's 'Jana Nayagan' opens to fan frenzy

Fans across Tamil Nadu celebrated the release of Chief Minister Vijay’s 'Jana Nayagan' with grand FDFS festivities, marking what is being billed as the star-actor’s final film

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 23 Jul
Eternal shares surge more than 4% as Q1 profit jumps nearly four-fold
Business

Eternal shares surge more than 4% as Q1 profit jumps nearly four-fold

“The company had posted a consolidated net profit of ₹25 crore in the corresponding quarter in the last fiscal year,” Eternal Limited said in a regulatory filing

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 23 Jul
Petition To Ban Argentina From World Cup Nearly Breaks Guinness World Record

Petition To Ban Argentina From World Cup Nearly Breaks Guinness World Record

The petition to ban Argentina from competing in the FIFA World Cup 2026 nearly broke the Guinness World Record.

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 23 Jul
BJP rallies behind PM Modi on paper leak fast-track courts; dares Opposition to debate

BJP rallies behind PM Modi on paper leak fast-track courts; dares Opposition to debate

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 23 Jul
Viral Video: Trisha Arrives At Chennai Theatre To Watch Vijay's Jana Nayagan

Viral Video: Trisha Arrives At Chennai Theatre To Watch Vijay's Jana Nayagan

Trisha and Vijay first worked together in the 2004 film Ghilli

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 23 Jul
More delay in NSB formation; Sports Ministry extends deadline for applications
Sports

More delay in NSB formation; Sports Ministry extends deadline for applications

The deadline for submission of applications for the selection of its chairman and members has been extended by 15 days, to August 8

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 23 Jul
The Hidden Cost Of AI Layoffs That Few Companies Are Talking About

The Hidden Cost Of AI Layoffs That Few Companies Are Talking About

With widespread fear that rapid adoption of AI has led to job crisis for humans, a research paper questions whether it will hurt the economy.

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 23 Jul
Stock Market LIVE Updates, Sensex Today: Sensex Drops 400 Points As Oil Touches $95 Amid US-Iran War
India

Stock Market LIVE Updates, Sensex Today: Sensex Drops 400 Points As Oil Touches $95 Amid US-Iran War

The Indian equity markets faced significant pressure today as the Sensex dropped more than 400 points in early trading. Investor sentiment was dampened by rising global crude oil prices which surged past the 95 dollar mark.

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 23 Jul
Deleted Cockroach Post, Instagram 'Star': The Officer In CJP Firestorm

Deleted Cockroach Post, Instagram 'Star': The Officer In CJP Firestorm

Sonia Sehrawat, an Assistant Commandant in the RAF which is a specialised wing of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), made her thoughts about the student protests public in an Instagram story.

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 23 Jul
Deleted Cockroach Post, Instagram 'Star': The Officer In CJP Firestorm
India

Deleted Cockroach Post, Instagram 'Star': The Officer In CJP Firestorm

An Assistant Commandant of the Rapid Action Force is facing scrutiny over social media comments regarding ongoing student protests in India. The officer, identified as Sonia Sehrawat, reportedly posted and later deleted a controversial story on her Instagram account.

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 23 Jul
Himalaya’s birds grapple with a seasonal drop in insect prey
Technology

Himalaya’s birds grapple with a seasonal drop in insect prey

The Hindu’s weekly Science for All newsletter explains all things Science, without the jargon.

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 23 Jul
After CJP Protest Crackdown, Lawyers To Recite Preamble At Supreme Court Lawn
India

After CJP Protest Crackdown, Lawyers To Recite Preamble At Supreme Court Lawn

Over 650 lawyers have condemned the police crackdown on student protesters and plan to gather at the Supreme Court lawn to recite the Preamble. The legal community describes the recent state response to student marches as a Direct attack on India's constitutional values.

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 23 Jul
"Shameful If They Want To Poison Citizens": Supreme Court Slams Rajasthan Over Jojari River Pollution
India

"Shameful If They Want To Poison Citizens": Supreme Court Slams Rajasthan Over Jojari River Pollution

The Supreme Court said that a recent report by an expert committee clearly indicates that "highly acidic" water is still flowing in the Jojari River.

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 23 Jul
Why Supreme Court Cancelled Sonam Raghuvanshi's Bail, Asked Her To Surrender
India

Why Supreme Court Cancelled Sonam Raghuvanshi's Bail, Asked Her To Surrender

The Supreme Court of India has revoked the bail granted to Sonam Raghuvanshi and ordered her immediate surrender to custody. Justices highlighted the serious nature of the allegations while providing a timeline for a future bail reconsiderations.

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 23 Jul
Illegal Indian Arrested In US For 'Theft' Of Lethal Powder Worth $3-Million
World

Illegal Indian Arrested In US For 'Theft' Of Lethal Powder Worth $3-Million

An Indian national residing illegally in the United States has been apprehended for allegedly stealing nearly $3 million worth of specialist industrial powder. Authorities discovered the individual transporting several pallets of stolen tungsten oxide during a targeted law enforcement operation.

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 23 Jul
India, U.S. note ‘substantial progress’ on trade deal talks as U.S. Trade Representative Greer ends two-day visit to Delhi
India

India, U.S. note ‘substantial progress’ on trade deal talks as U.S. Trade Representative Greer ends two-day visit to Delhi

U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer held multiple meetings with Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal; however, the two sides have not yet been able to announce a deadline by which the trade deals will be finalised

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 23 Jul
Cockroach Janta Party protests | Collection of The Hindu’s ground reports
India

Cockroach Janta Party protests | Collection of The Hindu’s ground reports

Tens of thousands of young protesters took to the streets of New Delhi, clashing with police who used tear gas and batons to push them back

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 23 Jul
India

Banaras-Mumbai Express loco pilot spots iron pipe on tracks, averts accident

The RPF has registered a case against unknown persons and launched an investigation into the incident

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 23 Jul
Former RS MP, senior BJP leader Balbir Punj passes away
India

Former RS MP, senior BJP leader Balbir Punj passes away

Punj had a long career in public life — in politics and policy circles, and in the media

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 23 Jul
India-U.S. defence technology ties — big ambitions, little delivery
Opinion

India-U.S. defence technology ties — big ambitions, little delivery

Meaningful defence technology collaboration continues to elude the United States and India

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 23 Jul
I Grow Figs, Grapes, Passion Fruits, Pineapples & 5 Types of Mangoes on My Terrace

I Grow Figs, Grapes, Passion Fruits, Pineapples & 5 Types of Mangoes on My Terrace

Originally reported and written in August 2022, this story has been republished as part of our archival content. Elizabeth Kota and her family moved to their residence in Hyderabad amid the first lockdown in 2020. For th

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 23 Jul

Beyond apples: Why blueberries could be Kashmir’s next success story

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 23 Jul
Cipla Q1 Results: Profit Falls 39%, Misses Estimates, Margin Contracts

Cipla Q1 Results: Profit Falls 39%, Misses Estimates, Margin Contracts

The drugmaker's June-quarter profit and operating margin missed analyst estimates, while revenue was broadly in line with expectations.

By Project Chintan Newsroom · 23 Jul