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Jamshedpur: A Maoist area commander was gunned down by security forces in the Saranda forest area of West Singhbhum district on Wednesday, police said in a statement.The deceased extremist was identified as Arun alias Nilesh Makdam, a native of Konta police station limits in Sukma district of Chhattisgarh. Accused in six cases of the Arms Act, the UAPA Act, the CLA Act, besides BNS sections, Arun was wanted by the police of six police stations in the district since 2019, it added."We recieved in ...Read More >
Jalandar (Punjab) [India], August 12 (ANI): Counter-Intelligence, Jalandhar, in a joint operation with SBS Nagar Police, busted a Babbar Khalsa International (BKI) terror network, operated by foreign-based handlers Mannu Agwan, Gopi Nawashehria and Zeeshan Akhtar on the directions of Pak-based BKI operative Harwinder Rinda. This network was backed by Pakistan's (Inter-Services Intelligence) ISI-backed terror network Five operatives apprehended from the Tonk & Jaipur districts of Rajasthan succe ...Read More >
Chandigarh, Aug 12 (PTI) Punjab Police on Tuesday claimed to have busted a Pakistan's Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI)-backed Babbar Khalsa International terror network with the arrest of five persons from Rajasthan. One of the arrested accused was injured in an exchange of fire with police while being taken for recovery, police said. Director General of Police (DGP) Gaurav Yadav said the terror module recently planned to attack a liquor store in SBS Nagar and was further tasked with carrying ...Read More >
Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], August 4 (ANI): Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) MLC K Kavitha on Monday launched a 72-hour hunger strike at Dharna Chowk in Hyderabad, demanding urgent clearance of the Telangana OBC Reservation Bill that gives 42% quota for Backwards Classes (BC) in government jobs, educational institutions, and local body elections. Speaking to ANI ahead of her hunger strike, Kavitha accused both the Congress and the BJP of "playing with the destinies of OBCs of Telangana." Also R ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], August 4 (ANI): The official trailer for Pratik Gandhi starrer espionage thriller series Saare Jahan Se Accha has been released. Netflix India unveiled the trailer on Monday giving a broader glimpse into the high-octane drama and a possible nuclear conflict that unfolds between India and Pakistan. The trailer opens to show Pratik Gandhi Vishnu Shankar, a RAW agent being posted to the neighbouring country to bring a stop to Pakistan nuclear activities. As Vishnu e ...Read More >
Srinagar, Aug 3: The Department of Archives, Archaeology and Museums on Sunday said that an ancient Shivling had been unearthed and safely housed in the SPS Museum Srinagar for public display. A statement of the Department of Archives, Archaeology and Museums issued here said that it was pleased to announce the discovery of an ancient Shivling carved from stone, measuring 137 cm in length and 160 cm in width, approximately dating back to the 10th Century CE, recovered during sand extraction by ...Read More >
Jammu, Aug 03: Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), Jammu & Kashmir president Sat Sharma, on Sunday sought full commitment from every party leader and worker to ensure the success of the 'Har Ghar Tiranga' campaign.He was addressing a one-day workshop at the party headquarters, Trikuta Nagar here to mobilise and strategise for the upcoming 'Tiranga Yatra' campaign under the broader initiative of 'Har Ghar Tiranga'.Apart from Sat Sharma, the workshop was addressed by General Secretary (Org) Ashok Koul, ...Read More >
Bank holiday today: All scheduled commercial banks in India remain closed on the second and fourth Saturdays of every month. Digital banking services remain available for transactions, offering convenience during holidays. Upcoming holidays include Tendong Lho Rum Faat and Raksha Bandhan.As per Reserve Bank of India (RBI) guidelines, all scheduled commercial banks in India remain closed on the second and fourth Saturdays of every month. However, they operate as usual on the first, third, and fif ...Read More >
At the trailer launch of Rajinikanth's Coolie, Rajinikanth stopped Aamir Khan from touching his feet and embraced him. Directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj, Coolie releases August 14. The trailer launch of Coolie, Rajinikanth's much-anticipated action entertainer, turned into a celebration in Chennai on Saturday. While the event showcased explosive visuals from the film, it was an off-screen gesture that truly captivated audiences. In one of the highlights of the day, Rajinikanth stopping Bollywood act ...Read More >
As India approaches its 79th Independence Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has once again opened the floor the the people, inviting ideas and suggestions for his upcoming address from the Red Fort on August 15. Taking to social media platform X, formerly known as Twitter, the Prime Minister encouraged fellow citizens to actively participate in shaping this year's speech. ALSO READ: PM Modi To Launch Rs 2,200 Cr Development Projects In Varanasi On August 2 This initiative isn't new. Since 201 ...Read More >
Mumbai, August 1: Bollywood actor John Abraham, who is gearing up for the release of his upcoming streaming title 'Tehran', has said that the film is rooted yet has a global appeal. 'Tehran' is a taut geo-political spy thriller, and also stars Manushi Chhillar, Neeru Bajwa, and Madhurima Tuli. It presents a fictionalized version inspired by true events and unfolds against the simmering global tension between Israel and Iran. Talking about the film, John said, "'Tehran' is a truly global film -- ...Read More >
A day before the monsoon session of Parliament, Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MP Sanjay Singh on Sunday said that his party will raise several key issues, including US President Donald Trump's repeated claims of mediating a ceasefire between India and Pakistan for a proposed US trade deal. Demanding a clarification from the centre, Singh said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi must give a statement regarding Trump's claims of "ceasefire" in the name of the trade deal. "The first question is related to ...Read More >
New Delhi: A meeting of the organisational leaders of the INDIA bloc allies will be held in Delhi on Saturday to firm up a coordinated approach of the opposition on common issues -- including the Election Commission's methods, especially its special intensive revision (SIR ) of electoral rolls in Bihar, during the monsoon session of Parliament. But soon after the Congress leadership took an initiative to organise the meeting, following the proposal of some allies, the shadow of possible non-par ...Read More >
New Delhi, Jul 20 (PTI) Star Indian long jumper Murali Sreeshankar clinched the title with a leap of 7.75m at the Meeting Maia Cidade do Desporto in Maia, Portugal, a World Athletics Continental Tour Bronze-level meet. The Asian Games silver medallist registered his best effort in the second round on Saturday night. Sreeshankar opened with a 7.63m jump, followed it up with his winning leap of 7.75m in the second round, and then recorded a solid 7.69m. His third attempt was a foul, while his fi ...Read More >
Dibrugarh: A powerful Improvised Explosive Device (IED) was recovered on Saturday from Nongtaw village in the Piyong circle of Namsai district in Arunachal Pradesh. The recovery comes as security forces have intensified counter-insurgency operations across eastern Arunachal Pradesh and eastern Assam. Ready for a challenge? Click here to take our quiz and show off your knowledge! Security forces had stepped up their operations following credible intelligence reports indicating the presence of ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], July 20 (ANI): Prominent leaders from various political parties attended an all-party meeting convened by the central government on Sunday, ahead of the Monsoon Session of Parliament, which is scheduled to begin on Monday, July 21. The session will continue till August 21, with no sittings on August 13 and 14 due to Independence Day celebrations. Among the leaders present were Congress MPs K Suresh and Jairam Ramesh, Shiv Sena MP Shrikant Shinde, Union Minister Anupriya Pate ...Read More >
Shillong, Jul 19 (PTI) Meghalaya Deputy Chief Minister Prestone Tynsong has said the state government will press for the retransfer of block I and II from Assam's Karbi Anglong district, asserting that the long-pending boundary issue remains a top priority. Tynsong, who also chairs the regional committee on the matter, said the government is awaiting a response from his Assam counterpart to schedule a joint inspection of the disputed areas. Also Read | Prayagraj Road Accident: Speeding Car Run ...Read More >
THANE, July 18: A man and his two children died as their motorbike was dashed by a truck in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar district of Maharashtra.Gopal Chandanse (36), his wife and two kids were riding to their village when the truck dashed the two-wheeler from behind around 3.30 pm.They were taken to the hospital where Gopal, his son Hriday (7) and daughter Avani (9) were declared dead. Gopal's wife Meenabai (32) was injured and undergoing treatment.The truck driver fled from the spot, leaving his ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], July 18 (ANI): A team of Nand Nagri Police Station launched a special drive against individuals involved in the sale of banned 'Chinese Manjha', amid rising incidents of injuries and nabbed two siblings with 325 rolls on Friday. With Independence Day (15th August) and Raksha Bandhan approaching, the Delhi Police has launched a special drive to curb the sale and use of hazardous Chinese Manjha -- a nylon-based kite string that has caused numerous injuries and fatalities involv ...Read More >
NEW DELHI: In a renewed effort to put economic pressure on Russia, the European Union on Friday unveiled a fresh package of sanctions, which includes lowering the price cap on Russian crude oil and sanctioning Nayara Energy Ltd, an India-based refinery linked to Russian energy giant Rosneft. This marks the first time the EU has imposed sanctions involving India, a country that has heavily relied on discounted Russian crude since the start of the Russia-Ukraine war in 2022. Nayara Energy Ltd, fo ...Read More >
New Delhi: NTR, the man of the masses, has firmly cemented his place as one of the biggest stars in Indian cinema. With his magnetic screen presence, powerful performances, and unmatched charisma, he continues to be a force to reckon with. After captivating global audiences with RRR, the superstar is now gearing up for two of the biggest releases of 2025 and 2026. First up is War 2, marking his much-awaited Bollywood debut in YRF's highly successful spy universe. Directed by Ayan Mukerji, the f ...Read More >
Kiara Advani and Sidharth Malhotra, celebrated for their on-screen chemistry in 'Shershaah,' have reportedly welcomed their first child, a baby girl, in Mumbai on Tuesday. While the couple hasn't officially announced the news, fans are showering them with blessings. They announced their pregnancy on February 28. The couple married in Jaisalmer on February 7, 2023. What began as a dreamy on-screen pairing in Shershaah has now blossomed into the most heartwarming chapter of real life. According t ...Read More >
NEW DELHI: Ahead of Independence Day, Delhi Police, along with other security agencies, held anti-terror mock drills at over 10 locations across the national capital on Thursday, advising people to extend cooperation and avoid falling for rumours and misunderstandings. The Army participated in these exercises for the first time. The locations, including Kashmere Gate ISBT, will continue the drill till Friday morning. A number of stakeholder agencies, including Delhi Police, participated and val ...Read More >
Saare Jahan Se Accha plunges viewers deep into the inner workings of India's intelligence machinery, where timing, strategy, and emotional restraint can alter the course of history. Set against the volatile socio-political landscape of the 1970s, Netflix's upcoming series Saare Jahan Se Accha brings to screen a riveting saga of espionage, sacrifice, and unwavering patriotism. At the heart of this fictional high-stakes thriller is Pratik Gandhi as Vishnu Shankar, a sharp and resolute intelligen ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], July 16 (ANI): The centre is expected to take up several legislations for introduction and passing in the monsoon session of Parliament starting from July 21, including the Manipur Goods and Services Tax (Amendment) Bill of 2025 and the Taxation Laws (Amendment) Bill of 2025. According to Lok Sabha Secretariat, the government will also take up the Jan Vishwas (Amendment of Provisions) Bill 2025, the Indian Institutes of Management (Amendment) bill 2025, the Geoheritage Sites ...Read More >
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Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh): DGP Kailash Makwana described the overhauling of Dial-100 statewide emergency response service as highlight of his tenure as top cop. "My seven-and-a-half-month tenure has been worthwhile due to the successful revamp of Dial-100," said Makwana while addressing the media on Tuesday. The DGP highlighted the achievements of the police department and also presented a roadmap for future initiatives. He informed that a team of expert officers was given the task of overhaulin ...Read More >
Guwahati: Assam chief minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said that there was no information on the claim made by the outfit United Liberation Front of Asom (Independent)that their camps along the Indo-Myanmar border were attacked. He said that he does not foresee any retaliatory action from the ULFA. Sarma while talking to media persons on Tuesday said, "Assam government has information on any strike till now. The Government of India has not informed us regarding any strike. Whatever we have learnt w ...Read More >
HYDERABAD Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy said that over 200 American companies across sectors such as IT, pharmaceuticals, defence, manufacturing, and aerospace, are already operating out of Hyderabad and there is a constant effort to deepen trade ties. The CM unveiled Telangana's ambitious vision to become a $1 trillion economy by 2035 and a $3 trillion economy by 2047. He sought the support of the United States in achieving this target, stating, "We believe Telangana can be a hub for innova ...Read More >
Bengaluru, Jul 14 (PTI) As actor Khushbu Sundar puts it, with the passing away of legendary actor B Saroja Devi, an era of golden cinema comes to an end. The actress known for her doe-eyed beauty and endearing screen presence made her debut when she was only 17 years old, as a co-star of Honnappa Bhagavathar, one of the pioneers of Kannada cinema in 'Mahakavi Kalidasa' (1955). Bengaluru-born Saroja Devi would eventually be crowned the first female super star of Kannada cinema. Soon after her ...Read More >
New Delhi: Veteran South Indian actress B Saroja Devi (Bangalore Saroja Devi) breathed her last on July 14, 2025. The noted personality acted in Tamil, Kannada, Telugu and Hindi films over her illustrious and long movie career. She was 87. B Saroja Devi acted in around 200 films over seven decades. She was popularly known as 'Abhinaya Saraswathi' (Saraswathi of acting) in Kannada and 'Kannadathu Paingili' (Kannada's Parrot) in Tamil. Hailed as one of the most successful actresses in the history ...Read More >
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