India's lower house of parliament, the Lok Sabha, on Wednesday passed a bill to amend the anti-paper leak law, introducing stricter punishment of up to 10 years' imprisonment and a fine of Rs 50 lakh (~€46,000).
On International Tiger Day 2026, Uttar Pradesh celebrates its growing tiger population, now over 205. Know about the state's tiger reserves, Bagh Mitra initiative, and conservation efforts.
The Supreme Court dismissed the Odisha government's plea against the release of the animated film 'Mahaprabhu Jagannath', saying creativity and art cannot be curtailed over the sensitivities of a few people.
The German auto giant BMW has become the latest German car company to announce major job cuts, projecting to shed 8,000 by the end of 2027.
Moscow has escalated its pressure on Telegram, accusing the platform of hosting tools used to coordinate deadly attacks and sabotage across Russia.
The Trump administration has banned the import of humanoid and quadruped robots manufactured outside the United States, citing national security concerns. The ban could strain diplomatic tensions with China.
Rahul Gandhi's "idiots" remark during the Lok Sabha debate on the Public Examinations Bill triggered a massive uproar, protests by BJP MPs, and the adjournment of the House. Read the full details.
Lock Upp 2 contestant Shivangi Joshi opens up about a traumatic childhood incident involving a trusted family acquaintance. Her emotional revelation has left contestants and viewers stunned.
India added two silver medals on Day 5 of the Commonwealth Games 2026 as Gulveer Singh and Harjinder Kaur starred in Glasgow.
The US military said it thwarted an "attempted surprise attack" by Iran that came after a days-long lull in fighting. Meanwhile, Israel's Netanyahu hailed an "excellent" meeting with Trump.
Sawan 2026 starts on July 30. Know the auspicious Shiva Puja and Jalabhishek timings, worship method, favourite bhog, powerful mantras and Shiv Aarti.
GPSC has announced the new date for the postponed Gujarat exam. The recruitment exam for 34 cadres will now be held on August 1 at 3 PM. Check the latest schedule and important instructions.
Sanjay Leela Bhansali's Love & War, starring Ranbir Kapoor, Alia Bhatt and Vicky Kaushal, is expected to unveil its first look soon ahead of its January 2027 theatrical release.
Dozens of people were hospitalized after the earthquake hit southern Japan. On Wednesday, Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi said 13 people have been found dead since the earthquake struck. She added that many other people were still missing, suggesting the death toll was not final.
Imagine finding the bike you have been planning to buy, only to spend hours comparing loan options and completing paperwork at the dealership. Today, many buyers prefer to get these steps out of the way before they even visit the showroom. From checking loan eligibility and estimating EMIs to submitting an application online, much of the financing journey can now be completed digitally. The Tata Capital Loan App supports this shift by bringing loan planning, application, and repayment management together on a single platform, helping make the bike financing process more convenient from start to finish.
The sacred Chhari Mubarak reached Pahalgam as traditional rituals for the Amarnath Yatra 2026 began. Over 4.25 lakh pilgrims have visited the holy shrine so far.
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The Uttar Pradesh government has launched Yuva Adda under the CM Yuva scheme to help Gen Z entrepreneurs with mentorship, training, loans, digital tools and startup support across the state.
Net FDI declined to $6.95 billion in FY26 from $960 million in FY25 due to increased foreign investor repatriation and higher ODI outflows, the government told Parliament.
BJP MP Kangana Ranaut sparked controversy after calling CJP protest videos "puke inducing" and describing Gen Z as "Generation gutter." Congress leaders and social media users hit back.
Dozens of people were hospitalized after the earthquake hit southern Japan. According to media reports, many are feared dead after a shopping mall partially collapsed in the town of Kahima.
Tata Power plans to commission India's first privately developed nuclear power plant by 2032-33, with projects planned in Madhya Pradesh, Odisha and Gujarat, pending government policy approvals.
Though Iran continues to attack vessels as leverage in its war with the United States, data show that several shippers continue to transit the waterway.
A suit has been brought alleging mass surveillance and data collection of "Cockroach" movement protestors
Gujarat has unveiled a new Shipbuilding and Repair Policy to develop mega shipbuilding parks, attract Rs.23,700 crore in investment, create jobs, and emerge as India's leading maritime manufacturing hub.
D4vd is accused of murdering 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez in 2025. Prosecutors allege that he dismembered her body and drove around with her decomposing remains in his car.
Driven by social media satire, the Gen-Z-led "Cockroach" protest movement spurned by grievances over an exam scandal caused a shake-up in India's government. DW spoke with a few protesters in New Delhi.
Learn about the 10 avatars of Lord Vishnu (Dashavatara), their names, mythological stories, and significance. Discover how each incarnation restored dharma and protected the universe.
Ravindra Jadeja returns to India's Test squad for the Sri Lanka series, while Saransh Jain earns his maiden call-up. Jasprit Bumrah and Sai Sudharsan await fitness clearance.
Meta restored Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Facebook video after it was briefly removed due to an error. The company said the restriction was caused by a technical glitch, not a legal request.
A fresh spell of extreme heat, driven by climate change, is expected to intensify some of Europe's worst wildfires in decades, stretching firefighting resources.
Most people have only heard of the plague as the disease that ravaged Europe in the Middle Ages. But it's still around today, such as in Madagascar, and just as lethal as ever.
At least 39 Amarnath Yatra pilgrims were injured after their bus skidded off the road in Jammu and Kashmir's Ganderbal district. The bus crashed into a house, preventing it from falling into the Sindh River.
The resignation of India's education minister amounts to a stunning victory for the youth-led "Cockroach" protest movement. The bigger question is if this political momentum turns into a lasting platform for more reform.
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Floods and landslides triggered by heavy monsoon rains have killed at least 50 people in the northern Indian state of Assam since mid-July.
India's Supreme Court has said police must not use excessive force simply because a protest is taking place, stressing that peaceful demonstrations are protected under the constitution.
Honda QC3 and Honda Activa e compared: Check differences in battery, range, charging, storage, motor performance, features and find out which electric scooter is more practical.
The Women's Forum for the Economy & Society (Publicis Groupe) will bring its flagship Global Meeting to India for the first time on 2–3 November 2026, as part of the 2026 France–India Year of Innovation. Organised in partnership with the Embassy of France in India and the Indo-French Chamber of Commerce and Industry (IFCCI), the summit will convene global leaders to discuss innovation, technology and sustainable growth.
VVS Laxman says Vaibhav Sooryavanshi must improve his fitness despite an impressive Player of the Series performance against Zimbabwe. The 15-year-old continues to shine as one of India's brightest young cricket stars.
A day after CJP called off its mass protest, it issued a statement seeking guarantees from the government against reprisals.
Greta Thunberg attended a celebratory rally organized by Indian students in London after major successes for the CJP movement.
Viral astrology predictions about Prime Minister Narendra Modi's future have sparked debate. Here's a look at different astrological interpretations, along with an important disclaimer that these are matters of belief, not verified facts.
DR Congo's Ebola outbreak has continued to grow, with confirmed infections reaching 3,200 and a fatality rate of nearly one in two. Scientists are racing to test the first vaccines against the rare Bundibugyo strain.
Deputy CM Harsh Sanghavi praised Gujarat Police for their heroic flood rescue operations in Valsad as over 42,000 people were evacuated. CM Bhupendra Patel reviewed relief and rehabilitation efforts across flood-hit districts.
Mani Ratnam begins filming his new movie in Kolkata with Vijay Sethupathi and Sai Pallavi. The actors were spotted shooting a romantic sequence on the iconic Howrah Bridge during an overnight schedule.
A shooting at a Seattle food festival left two people dead and five others wounded. The police took the suspect into custody.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated Mirabai Chanu after she won gold in the women's 48 kg weightlifting event at the Commonwealth Games 2026, praising her remarkable achievement and inspiring journey.
