Jammu: A rescue and relief operation is in full swing at the cloudburst-hit Chositi village in Jammu and Kashmir's Kishtwar district, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha said. He asserted that Home Minister Amit Shah has assured all possible assistance. "Rescue & Relief Operations at Chashoti (Chositi) are in full swing. Men and machinery have been put at the site. Other teams have also been rushed," the L-G said in an X post. At least 20 people, including two CISF personnel, were killed and many...Read More
Pune, Aug 14 (UNI) Sixteen spotted deer died at the Rajiv Gandhi Zoological Park, Pune between July 6 and 12. Laboratory reports have confirmed that the animals fell victim to the Malignant Catarrhal Fever (MCF) virus. Following the unusual deaths in such a short period, organ samples of the animals were sent for testing to the National Institute of High Security Animal Diseases in Bhopal. The lab confirmed the presence of the MCF virus in some of the dead deer. This marks the first recorded ca...Read More
SRINAGAR, India (AP) -- At least 32 people are dead in flash floods caused by torrential rains in a remote, mountainous village in Indian-controlled Kashmir, a top disaster management official said Thursday. Mohammed Irshad said rescue teams scouring the devastated Himalayan village of Chositi brought at least 100 people to safety. He said initial estimations suggested at least 50 others were still missing. India's deputy minister for science and technology, Jitendra Singh, said the floods wer...Read More
A man and his daughter, riding on a bike, got severely injured after a tree fell on them in South Delhi amid rain. The national capital, Delhi, has been witnessing heavy rain since early morning, leading to waterlogging and traffic jams, disrupting lives. According to the CCTV footage, at 9:50 am, an old neem tree uprooted and fell flat on a biker and adjacent vehicles in Delhi's Kalkaji. After waiting for a few seconds, one of the cars that came under the tree managed to drive past the inciden...Read More
The woman alleged that her lover's family members and friends pressured her to change her religion. ShowQuick Read Summary is AI-generated, newsroom-reviewed * Local police arrested Ramees from Paravoor over Sona Eldhose's suicide case in Kerala * Sona's death note accused Ramees of abuse and coercion to convert before marriage * WhatsApp chats show Ramees responded "go ahead" to Sona's suicide threat Did our AI summary help? Let us know. Switch To Beeps Mode Kochi: The local police at...Read More
Amid Operation Sindoor, there have been increasing efforts to induct a range of new generation military platforms, equipment and modern technologies. Following Operation Sindoor, the Indian armed forces have been holding discussions about the retention of Agniveers, according to Indian Express. The decision will be reportedly taken after considering the requirement for an ideal ratio between technically proficient and trained manpower and a reduced age profile of soldiers in Army. Since its i...Read More
A massive cloudburst has led to a flash flood in Jammu and Kashmir's Chasoti this afternoon. Rescue teams have been rushed to the spot. Visuals showed pilgrims being evacuated in the wake of the flood. Chasoti is the starting point for Machail Mata Yatra to the Himalayan shrine of Mata Chandi in Kishtwar. "A flash flood has occurred at Chashoti area in Kishtwar, which is the starting point of the Machail Mata Yatra. Rescue Operations have been started," said Deputy Commissioner Kishtwar Pankaj ...Read More
The crash occurs between a Royal Express Paribahan bus and another of Magura's Jami DD Paribahan Three people have died and seven others have been injured in a head-on collision between two buses in Faridpur Sadar Upazila. The accident occurred around 12:30pm on Thursday on the Dhaka-Khulna Highway in the Upazila's Kanaipur, according to local highway police outpost chief Salauddin. The deceased have been identified as Atiar Sheikh from Chuadanga, Ranjit Chandra Das from Barguna, and Subarna ...Read More
VMPL New Delhi [India], August 14: Ellenox, India's largest venture studio, is accelerating its global push in enterprise AI development. In the past year, the company has grown its headcount by 50% over the last year, bringing in senior AI talent from Amazon and Google to power its next phase of expansion. Already delivering AI transformation for Fortune 50 leaders in fintech, cloud computing, consumer social, and sports-tech, Ellenox has built systems that replace costly call centers with na...Read More
New Delhi [India], August 14 (ANI): Delhi Police have cracked a murder case within just eight hours, leading to the arrest of four suspects. The police also recovered critical evidence, including two blood-stained knives, the victim's motorcycle, and the blood-soaked clothes worn by the attackers during the crime, said the police. The three suspects have been identified as Pravesh (20), Pankaj Kake (23), and Ajay Akshay (28), all residents of Ram Nagar, Nabi Karim. On August 12, a fourth accused...Read More
New Delhi, Aug 13 (PTI) The Delhi University has confirmed 67,582 admissions in the third round of undergraduate seat allocation, the data shared on Wednesday revealed. The university said allocations for Extra-Curricular Activities (ECA), sports and Children/Wards of University employees (CW) categories will be made public on August 15. The total number of allocations in the latest round stood at 7,061, including those enrolled in performance-based programmes. DU opened its mid-entry admissi...Read More
Bhubaneswar, Aug 14 (UNI) The Odisha Vigilance Directorate has arrested four government functionaries in separate bribery cases during three operations conducted on yesterday. According to Vigilance sources, the accused include two health staffers from the CDMO office in Parlakhemundi, one health staffer from the Muniguda CHC in Rayagada district, and a junior clerk from the office of the BEO, Mahakalpada in Kendrapara district. They were formally arrested today and will be produced before the...Read More
New Delhi: Ahead of Independence Day, the Railway Protection Force has beefed up security arrangements in order to avert any unforeseen or untoward incidents in trains and Railway Stations. Speaking to ETV Bharat, Shashikant Tripathi, Chief Public Relations Officer, North Central Railway, said, "Ahead of the Independence Day, the railway has increased the vigil for the safety of railways and its passengers. RPF, in collaboration with GRP, conducts special checks in station premises and trains."...Read More
Telangana: In a shocking turn of events, residents of Vikarabad were jolted from their sleep not by the ongoing torrential rain, but by the ground trembling beneath them. At approximately 4:35 AM on Thursday, an earthquake struck the region, sending waves of panic through several villages. Also Read: Your Aadhaar is NOT Proof of Indian Citizenship: Supreme Court Reveals the 2 Documents You Actually Need The National Centre for Seismology (NCS) has officially confirmed the event: Tremors, whic...Read More
Jammu, Aug 14 (PTI) A massive cloudburst struck a remote village in Jammu and Kashmir's Kishtwar district on Thursday, killing at least 12 people and leading to widespread damage, officials said. The disaster hit Chasoti, the last motorable village on the way to the Machail Mata temple, between 12 noon and 1 pm when a large number of people had gathered for the Machail Mata yatra. From there begins the 8.5 km trek to the shrine. Twelve bodies have been recovered and there are fears that the to...Read More
PRNewswire Hyderabad (Telangana) [India]/ Cincinnati (Ohio) [US], August 14: Narwal, an award-winning niche technology solutions company, is excited to announce the appointment of Ravi Tenneti as Chief Strategy and Technology Officer. This strategic addition to Narwal's leadership team underscores the company's commitment to advancing its AI-first vision and delivering intelligent, enterprise-ready solutions across industries--further strengthening Narwal's position as a trusted partner for AI,...Read More
Hyderabad, Aug 14 (Maxim News): The Meteorological Department officials have issued red warnings for Medak, Sangareddy and Vikarabad districts. They said that there is a possibility of very heavy rain in these districts. Here To Join Us On WhatsApp Orange warnings have been issued for Nirmal, Nizamabad, Kamareddy, Jayashankar Bhupalpally, Mulugu, Bhadradri Kothagudem, Mahabubabad, Suryapet, medchal Malkajgiri districts. There is a possibility of very heavy rain in these districts. There is a p...Read More
Guwahati: The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) recently conducted surprise inspections in schools across six states and Union Territories, including Assam. This nationwide initiative aims to ensure schools are meeting educational standards and maintaining operational transparency. Ready for a challenge? Click here to take our quiz and show off your knowledge! "The aim of these inspections is to verify that schools maintain high standards of education and transparency in their opera...Read More
New Delhi: The Delhi High Court has reaffirmed that the personal liberty of two consenting adults to marry and live together peacefully is protected under Article 21 of the Indian Constitution. In a recent ruling, the court emphasised that family opposition cannot override this autonomy. Justice Sanjeev Narula stated that the Supreme Court has consistently upheld this principle, directing law enforcement to protect couples from threats or coercion. In this case, the court ordered police protect...Read More
New Delhi, Aug 14 (PTI) President Droupadi Murmu on Thursday inaugurated summer annuals of Amrit Udyan, which will open for the public from August 16. This year, visitors will be able to see a unique Babbling Brook in the famed garden. The Babbling Brook is a new and serene retreat for the summer garden, where the gentle flow of water and vibrant greenery create a calming atmosphere. "President Droupadi Murmu graced the opening of Amrit Udyan Summer Annuals Edition 2025 at Rashtrapati Bhavan....Read More
Kerala lottery result today, August 14, 2025 OUT: The Kerala State Lottery Department has announced the much-awaited results for the Karunya Plus KN-585 lottery draw held today, August 14, 2025. The draw took place at Gorky Bhavan, Thiruvananthapuram, with participants eagerly checking the winning numbers for a chance to win exciting cash prizes. The Karunya Plus bumper offers a grand first prize of ₹1 crore, followed by ₹30 lakh for the second prize and ₹5 lakh for the third. Alongside the bum...Read More
Gurugram : JSW MG Motor India today announced that India's best-selling EV, the MG Windsor, has achieved another remarkable milestone. In July, the company set a new record for Windsor sales, selling 4,308 units in a single month. The carmaker has sold nearly 36,000 units of the MG Windsor since its launch. The robust sales performance has helped the company expand its market share in the EV Segment. In Q2 CY'25, the company recorded a 4% increase in market share, rising to 32% from 28% in Q1 C...Read More
Hyderabad, Aug 14, (Maxim News): Greater Hyderabad City should remain vigilant for the next three days and keep a constant vigil on potential danger areas. Here To Join Us On WhatsApp GHMC Commissioner R.V. Karnan, along with the Zonal Commissioner Srinivas Reddy, Deputy Commissioner, and officials, visited the field level in Rajendra Nagar Circle. The Commissioner inspected the Jalpally Lake, as well as flood-prone areas and low-lying areas. He asked the officials about the measures being ta...Read More
New Delhi [India], August 14 (ANI): Border Security Force Sub-Inspector Vyas Dev and Constable Suddi Rabha are among those 16 personnel who have been awarded the Medal for Gallantry (GM) on the 79th Independence Day for showing their exceptional bravery and unmatched valour exhibited by them in Operation Sindoor. In addition, the President Medal for Distinguished Service (PSM) to five and the Medal for Meritorious Service (MSM) to 46 are also awarded to BSF officers and personnel. During Opera...Read More
Indore: A protest was held at Regal Square in Indore on Thursday against the Supreme Court's August 11 order directing the caging and relocation of all stray dogs in the Delhi-NCR region. The Court has warned that any obstruction to the implementation of its directive could result in contempt proceedings. About SC's Order The Supreme Court stated in its order: "Infants and young children, at any cost, should not fall prey to rabies. The action should inspire confidence that they can move freel...Read More
VMPL Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], August 14: The Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI) and AMPIN Energy Transition, in collaboration with Deloitte & Sumitomo Corporation, successfully concluded its pivotal seminar titled 'Renewable Energy Transition for Commercial and Industrial Consumers in the Southern Region' at Hotel Taj MG Road. The event brought together a diverse group of industry leaders, policymakers, and C&I consumers who discussed the roadmap to achieve 100...Read More
Mumbai: Cricket fans woke up to surprising news as Mumbai Indians' star and cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar's son, Arjun Tendulkar, got engaged. According to reports, Arjun exchanged rings with the love of his life, Saaniya Chandhok, the granddaughter of prominent businessman Ravi Ghai. The engagement reportedly took place on Wednesday, August 13, in a private ceremony attended only by close family and friends. Ever since the news broke online, fans have been eager to know more about Arjun Tend...Read More
New Delhi, Aug 14 (PTI) In a significant milestone for India's clean energy journey, the state-owned Indian Oil Corporation (IOC) has become the first in the country to earn the esteemed ISCC CORSIA certification for producing Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) at its Panipat Refinery. "The certification, a prerequisite for commercial SAF production, represents a significant advancement in India's capability for the production, certification and distribution of SAF," the company said in a statemen...Read More
Jammu, Aug 14 (PTI) A massive cloudburst hit Paddar area of Jammu and Kashmir's Kishtwar district on Thursday, with authorities fearing casualties. The incident took place in Chositi area of the district, officials said. Union Minister Jitendra Singh said he spoke to Deputy Commissioner, Kishtwar Pankaj Kumar Sharma on the matter. "A massive Cloud burst in Chositi area, which could result in substantial casualty. Administration has immediately swung into action, rescue team has left for the s...Read More
India Organ Donation: Organ donation In India Faces Major Challenges Despite Revised Guidelines Organ donation in India continues to face significant hurdles, even with revised guidelines in place. The demand for organs far exceeds supply, leading to long waiting times and preventable deaths. Awareness, infrastructure, and regulatory challenges remain key barriers in addressing the country's organ donation crisis. #organdonation #organdonationawareness #indiaorgandonation...Read More