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Two crops dominated Telangana farmers’ preference in Vanakalam 2025; paddy and cotton continue to be most sown

Madras High Court refuses to quash FIR booked against political commentator Ponraj

Justice G.K. Ilanthiraiyan dismisses a petition filed by him to quash the case booked for derogatory remarks against women supporters of TVK

Kerala Plus One results published; pass percentage rises to 62.01%

Technical higher secondary stream recorded a pass percentage of 49.19%, with 699 students securing above 30% marks from 1,421 evaluated candidates

‘Oh! Sukumari’ movie review: Thiruveer, Aishwarya Rajesh shine in this rural dramedy

Set in rural Telangana, director Bharat Dharshan’s Telugu film turns a familiar tale of family dynamics and personal dreams into a partly engaging dramedy with a quirky central hook

Russian Woman Says 'India Living In 2050' After Availing Medical Testing Facility At Home

A Russian woman has gone viral after sharing her positive experience with India's specialized in-home medical testing services. She expressed astonishment at the speed and technical efficiency of the local healthcare ecosystem, claiming the country is living in the year 2050.

In PM Modi's Punjab Speech, References To Drugs And Tahir Hussain

Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed a rally in Punjab, highlighting issues concerning drug abuse and the alleged misuse of central government funds. During the speech, he further referenced the ongoing legal cases involving former AAP leader Tahir Hussain to criticize the local political landscap

Jio Platforms Q1FY27 profit rises 9%, Arpu grows marginally

Jio Platforms has reported a 9% increase in profit for the first quarter of fiscal year 2027, supported by steady subscriber growth and broadband momentum. Average revenue per user also saw a marginal improvement as the company prepares for its upcoming initial public offering.

Kuwait Says Army Personnel Injured In Iranian Drone Attack

The Kuwaiti military has reported that members of its land forces were injured following an Iranian drone attack. The Chief of Staff recently visited the site of the incident to check on the welfare of the wounded personnel.

On Camera, Elderly Man Slapped By Auto Driver After Argument In Bengaluru

A video capturing an autorickshaw driver slapping an elderly man in Bengaluru has gone viral on social media, sparking public outrage. The physical altercation occurred following a heated verbal dispute on a busy city road.

Iran Strikes US Airbase In Qatar "To Punish The Aggressor"

The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps announced a targeted military operation against American assets stationed in Qatar. Iranian military officials stated the strikes were intended to damage radar systems and aircraft to punish perceived aggression.

This new website integrates knowledge about India’s tree wealth into one platform

Dr Sankara Rao, Visiting Professor and Distinguished Fellow at the Centre for Ecological Sciences (CES), Indian Institute of Science (IISc), talks about the reasoning behind India Trees and Vegetation Types, a brand-new

Supreme Court takes suo motu cognisance of matter regarding access to life-saving medicines

The matter relates to a woman in Kerala, who was suffering from breast cancer and had moved the State High Court challenging the exorbitant prices of medicine for treatment. She died during the pendency of the plea in th

What is testosterone screening, and why is the U.S. military introducing it? | Explained

The U.S. military’s move to screen troops for low testosterone raises questions about hormone deficiency, treatment and the evidence behind routine testing

Kerala looks to the skies to tackle human-wildlife conflict, but is this feasible?

Kerala Forest Department has proposed using Indian Air Force helicopters to relocate captured Schedule I animals, including tigers and leopards, from conflict hotspots to secure forest habitats. However, the move has spa

India’s mass-market mobile segment declined 45% YoY

Overall, India’s smartphone shipments witnessed biggest decline in six years between April to June with shipments going down by 10% during Q2 2026

How musicians are reinventing the centuries-old abhang

Through multimedia presentations, fusion bands and digital platforms, musicians are finding new ways to take the works of saint-poets to contemporary audiences.

From ‘Old Friend’ to SoundGarden: Shakthisree Gopalan on music, mental health and creativity

How ‘Old Friend’ helped singer-songwriter Shakthisree Gopalan embrace herself

‘Toxic’ interview: The intimacy in ‘Tabaahi’ is graceful, says Yogaraj Bhat

Kannada director-lyricist Yogaraj Bhat shares the creative choices behind the song ‘Tabaahi’ from ‘Toxic’ and dives into his long-time association with actor Yash

Over half a million power tool batteries have been recalled due to a USB-C charging fire risk

Greenworks Tools has issued a recall for around 554,780 Kobalt-branded power tools designed for yard work because of a battery issue "posing a risk of serious injury from fire hazard." There have been 34 reports of the t

Aamir Khan says his character in ‘3 Idiots’ not based on Sonam Wangchuk: ‘Hoping that he ends his fast’

Aamir Khan was speaking during the closing ceremony of London Film Festival as he made a special appearance after the screening of ‘Lagaan’

Man, 32, With Rs 4.5 Crore Corpus Shares What He Got 'Wrong' In Life: 'I Don't Get Excited'

A 32-year-old Indian entrepreneur with a net worth of Rs 4.5 crore has opened up about the personal sacrifices made to achieve financial success. Despite his wealth, he revealed that he struggles with emotional numbness and significant health setbacks including a chronic diagnosis.

Yamal On Facing Messi In World Cup Final, 19 Years After THAT Viral Photo

Lionel Messi will come face to face with Lamine Yamal in the FIFA World Cup 2026 final on Sunday. It's not the first time that the football stars will meet

Top IPL Coach Turns Down England Test Coach Job, Won't Replace McCullum

The two-time IPL winning boss previously coached England between 2009 and 2014, winning home and away Ashes series as well as a tour to India.

World Cup 2026: Liverpool Legend On Argentina's Secret And That Messi Debate

Lionel Messi is the central force driving Argentina forward in the FIFA World Cup 2026 but there's more to the defending champions than the 39-year-old, according to Liverpool legend Robbie Fowler.