BAREILLY: Authorities in Rampur district are on high alert after bird flu outbreak was confirmed at a poultry farm at Sehore village of Bilaspur tehsil, where around 15,000 chickens died over the past week. Laboratory tests in Bhopal confirmed the presence of avian influenza, prompting DM Joginder Singh to convene an emergency meeting on Monday.The affected poultry farm has been sealed, and officials have ordered the immediate culling of all remaining birds. A ban has also been imposed on sale o...Read More
Sonia Gandhi's mother, Paola, came from Italy for her wedding with Rajiv, but it was Teji who took on the role of mother during the Hindu rituals, guiding her through traditions Teji Bachchan, wife of legendary Hindi poet Harivansh Rai Bachchan and mother of Bollywood icon Amitabh Bachchan, was more than just a figure in two illustrious lineages. Known for her charm, wit, and warmth, she bridged three generations of the Nehru-Gandhi and Bachchan families, forging a unique personal bond that end...Read More
Chennai, Aug 14 (SocialNews.XYZ) To reduce electricity consumption and promote eco-friendly urban lighting, the Coimbatore City Corporation has begun installing motion sensor streetlights powered entirely by solar energy. These lights, equipped with solar panels, aim to cut dependence on the electricity board while lowering carbon emissions and eliminating greenhouse gas output. Under a pilot project, 122 motion sensor streetlights have been set up at five locations, with plans underway to ide...Read More
Raichur (Karnataka) [India], August 14: In a landmark moment for global hepatology and Indian pharmaceutical innovation, Shilpa Medicare Limited (BSE: 530661) (NSE: SHILPAMED) has secured the world first regulatory approval from India Central Drugs Standard Control Organization (CDSCO) for Nor Ursodeoxycholic Acid (NorUDCA) Tablets 500 mg, the first-ever approved therapy targeting NAFLD. * Shilpa Medicare emerges as the global pioneer to receive approval for NorUDCA, offering new hope to over a...Read More
Lucknow: The Central Bureau of Investigation arrested two senior officials of the Central Govt Health Scheme (CGHS) office in Meerut, including additional director Ajay Kumar and office superintendent Lavesh Solanki, along with an aide Raees Ahmad in a bribery case involving Rs 50 lakh. The case was registered on Aug 12 following a complaint lodged by a private hospital group in Meerut. It was stated that during an inspection CGHS officials noticed minor deficiencies, which were used as a pretex...Read More
Lok Sabha passes two major legislation in a consequentail sitting, the Income-Tax Bill, 2025 and the Taxation Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2025 amid protest by opposition members over SIR. In a brief but consequential sitting on Monday, the Lok Sabha passed two major financial legislations the Income-Tax Bill, 2025 and the Taxation Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2025 amid loud protests by opposition members over the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls. The Bills were moved by Union Finance M...Read More
Larsen & Toubro's L&T Energy GreenTech Ltd. has partnered with ITOCHU Corp. of Japan to develop a green ammonia project in Kandla, Gujarat. The Joint Development Agreement aims to establish a 300 KTPA green ammonia facility. ITOCHU plans to utilize the produced ammonia for bunkering applications in Singapore, marking a significant step towards sustainable energy solutions. L&T Energy GreenTech has entered into an agreement with ITOCHU Corp. of Japan to develop and commercialize a green ammonia ...Read More
MANILA, Philippines - Experts on Wednesday, August 13, called for the proper use and disposal of antimicrobials in a bid to protect public health, food security, and the environment. Misuse and overuse of antimicrobials in humans, animals, and plants result in antimicrobial resistance (AMR), wherein bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasites evolve and become drug resistant. Examples of antimicrobials are antibiotics, antivirals, antiparasitic agents, and antifungals. Antimicrobial resistance is ...Read More
India's success against Pakistan in Operation Sindoor, the government's resolve to protect interests of farmers amid US tariff threat and a renewed push towards Atmanirbhar Bharat are set to feature prominently during Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Independence Day speech from the ramparts of the Red Fort on Friday. On Wednesday, chief ministers of Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)-ruled states and Union ministers participated in 'Tiranga Yatras' across the country. Home Minister Amit Shah hoisted ...Read More
Bengaluru: India Meteorological Department (IMD) sounded a yellow alert till Aug 18 and issued a forecast of moderate-to-heavy rain over parts of south-interior Karnataka, including Bengaluru and the coastal belt. Along with widespread rain, IMD officials forecast gusty winds at a speed of 30 to 50 kmph across northern plains and parts of south Karnataka.CS Patil, a scientist at IMD Bengaluru, said a well-marked low-pressure area over Bay of Bengal is expected to intensify into a depression over...Read More
Krishna Janmashtami 2025 will be celebrated with devotion and joy on Friday, 15 August 2025 across India. According to the Hindu Panchang, this sacred festival marks the divine birth of Lord Krishna, the eighth incarnation of Lord Vishnu, born to Devaki and Vasudeva in Mathura. This year will mark the 5,252nd birth anniversary of Lord Krishna. For devotees in different parts of the country, the auspicious Nishita Puja hours vary slightly: The Nishita Puja is believed to be the precise moment o...Read More
Anantnag (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], August 13 (ANI): Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Wednesday unveiled the trophy for the fifth edition of the Bijbehara Premier League. After unveiling the trophy, Manoj Sinha said, "...The players of Bijbehara Premier League and the spectators here know that the current Prime Minister Modi has provided significant financial assistance to improve the sports infrastructure of Jammu and Kashmir under PMDP, the Prime Minister's Development P...Read More
The train services will be available at a frequency of 30 minutes on all the Lines till 06:00 a.m. ShowQuick Read Summary is AI-generated, newsroom-reviewed * Train services on all Delhi Metro lines will start at 4 a.m. on Independence Day 2025 * Metro trains will run every 30 minutes until 6 a.m., then follow the regular timetable * Special QR tickets will be issued to invitees with Defence Ministry invitation cards Did our AI summary help? Let us know. Switch To Beeps Mode New Delhi: ...Read More
External Affairs Minister Dr. S Jaishankar emphasized that an Atmanirbharta mindset is crucial for navigating global instability and building a developed India (Viksit Bharat). He highlighted India's rich cultural heritage and the resilience of its people as key strengths. Dr. Jaishankar asserted that self-reliance is essential for boosting self-confidence and resilience in an unpredictable world. Dr S Jaishankar, Union Minister of External Affairs, on Wednesday said that Atmanirbharta mindset ...Read More
Ms Virk is also allegedly linked with a former director of the now-defunct Reliance Capital Limited. ShowQuick Read Summary is AI-generated, newsroom-reviewed * Sandeepa Virk projected herself as the owner of hyboocare.com, a website claiming to sell beauty products * Ms Virk is also allegedly linked with a former director of the now-defunct Reliance Capital Limited * She has been sent to the custody of the Enforcement Directorate till Friday Did our AI summary help? Let us know. Switch ...Read More
The IMD forecasts heavy rainfall and thunderstorms across Andhra Pradesh until August 19. South Coastal Andhra Pradesh is expected to experience extremely heavy rainfall, while other regions will likely face heavy to very heavy rain, thunderstorms, and strong winds. A low-pressure area over the Bay of Bengal and other trough systems are contributing to the increased rainfall activity. The IMD forecast "heavy rainfall and thunderstorms" at isolated places across Andhra Pradesh for the next seven...Read More
RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav has accused the Election Commission of colluding with the BJP to steal votes in the upcoming Bihar assembly polls. He alleged that the EC is helping BJP leaders obtain multiple voter ID cards, citing the example of Muzaffarpur Mayor Nirmala Devi, who allegedly possesses two voter IDs. Yadav questioned the anomaly and demanded accountability. RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav on Wednesday accused the Election Commission of "colluding" with the BJP to "steal" votes in Bihar, whe...Read More
Electronics contract manufacturer Optiemus Infracom Wednesday announced the launch of locally made tempered glass screen protectors for mobile phones, manufactured in collaboration with US-based Corning. The screen protectors will be sold under the brand name RhinoTech. Optiemus is projecting a revenue of Rs 1800-2000 crore by end of FY27 following the launch of the tempered glass. The company said this is the first time in India that advanced screen protectors will be produced locally and ma...Read More
NEW DELHI: The success of Operation Sindoor will be hailed at the Independence Day celebrations at Red Fort on Friday, three months after Indian forces hit terror and military targets in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir in retaliation for the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack. A Mi-17 helicopter will troop a flag depicting Operation Sindoor, the invitation cards carry the operation's distinct logo, the view cutter at Gyanpath will showcase the logo, and the floral decoration will be based o...Read More
Himachal Pradesh faced nature's fury. Bridges collapsed in Shimla, Lahaul, and Spiti. Cloudbursts and flash floods caused widespread damage. Over 300 roads closed, disrupting travel. A police post swept away, shops damaged. No casualties reported yet. Orange alert issued for more heavy rain. The state has suffered significant financial losses this monsoon. Many people have died in rain-related incidents. Several bridges were washed away in Shimla and Lahaul and Spiti districts, while over 300 r...Read More
A pickup van crashed into a parked truck in Rajasthan's Dausa district in the early hours of Wednesday, killing 11 people, including seven children, and injuring eight others, police said. IMAGE: Injured persons being carried to a hospital after a pickup van crashed into a parked truck in Rajasthan's Dausa district. Photograph: ANI on X The passengers of the pickup vehicle were returning to their village in Uttar Pradesh's Etah after visiting Khatu Shyam and Salasar Balaji temple when the acci...Read More
Donald Trump stated that US tariffs on India's Russian oil purchases have significantly impacted Russia's economy. He mentioned India as a major oil buyer from Russia. Trump claimed Russia's economy is struggling due to global pressures and US tariffs. He suggested that imposing tariffs on India, for buying Russian oil, was a major setback for Russia. President Donald Trump on Monday said American tariffs imposed on India for purchasing Russian oil have dealt a "big blow" to Moscow's economy, w...Read More
Asaduddin Owaisi, Aaditya Thackeray and Ajit Pawar have spoken out against the meat ban ShowQuick Read Summary is AI-generated, newsroom-reviewed * Meat shops and slaughterhouses ordered closed on Independence Day in several Indian cities * AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi called the ban callous and unconstitutional * Deputy CM Ajit Pawar criticised the ban in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar as wrong to impose Did our AI summary help? Let us know. Switch To Beeps Mode New Delhi: A huge political...Read More
While India cherishes chess, no other city nurtures the game quite like Chennai does, thanks to its idols, investment and deeper socio-cultural penchant for the puzzling adventure. The game of chess has altered the hierarchy of consumption of sport in the nation over the past couple of years, usurping the status quo in the sprawling peninsular nation of India. While cricket remains the top-billed outdoor activity, the chess revolution that has taken the nation by storm, aided by the prolonged ...Read More
Uddhav Thackeray criticized the BJP, alleging attempts to undermine Mumbai and Maharashtra's significance, while addressing the 65th foundation day of 'Marmik'. He urged the Supreme Court to urgently hear his party's plea regarding the 'bow and arrow' symbol allocation, warning that democracy is at risk if justice is delayed. In a veiled attack on the ruling BJP, Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray has claimed efforts are being made to diminish the importance of Mumbai and Maharashtra. He a...Read More
Prime Minister Narendra Modi commemorated Partition Horrors Remembrance Day, honoring those who suffered during India's partition and urging national harmony. Union Health Minister J.P. Nadda paid tribute to the victims, emphasizing national unity to counter anti-national forces. The day remembers the millions displaced and lost during the 1947 partition, a painful event alongside India's independence. Observing Partition Horrors Remembrance Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday paid a ...Read More
A flash flood, caused by a cloudburst in Rishi Dogri Valley, struck a road construction site in Kinnaur, injuring one and stranding several. The Indian Army responded swiftly, utilizing Logistics Drone High Altitude system to deliver essential supplies like food and coconut water. Personnel guided civilians to safety, and the injured person was evacuated to Reckong Peo hospital. A sudden flash flood swept through Hojis Lungpa Nala in Kinnaur district on Tuesday evening, wreaking havoc at an ong...Read More
Mumbai, August 13, 2025 -- Motilal Oswal Mutual Fund has unveiled a special Independence Day campaign that honours India's spirited pursuit of freedom while drawing a parallel to the increasingly important journey towards self-reliance and financial independence. The film captures a warm exchange between a retired brigadier grandfather and his 20-something grandson. As they reminisce over their family legacy of freedom fighters and soldiers, the conversation shifts to the challenges of the pres...Read More
Jaipur: A pickup van crashed into a parked truck in Rajasthan's Dausa district in the early hours of Wednesday, killing 11 Uttar Pradesh residents, including seven children, and injuring eight others, police said. The passengers of the pickup vehicle were returning to their village in Uttar Pradesh's Etah after visiting Khatu Shyam and Salasar Balaji temple when the accident occurred on Manoharpur highway around 4-5 am, Dausa Superintendent of Police Sagar told PTI. Seven children and four wom...Read More
Mumbai: It's that time of the year again when Bigg Boss fever takes over social media, with trending hashtags dominating X (formerly Twitter). Loved in every language, the Hindi version was the first to win hearts in India, and its popularity soon led to spin-offs in regional languages like Marathi, Telugu, Tamil, and Malayalam. Bigg Boss 19, hosted by Salman Khan, will premiere on August 24 with the theme 'Gharwalon Ki Sarkaar'. Meanwhile, Bigg Boss Telugu 9, hosted by Akkineni Nagarjuna, kick...Read More