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He accuses TVK govt. of foisting case against him to divert attention from issues faced by farmers that he had raised

The High Court’s verdict is a fitting rebuke to the party’s attempts to derive political mileage, observes R&B Minister Janardhan Reddy

If the ceiling is raised, the ESIC can provide coverage to more than 50 lakh workers, in addition to the 3.8 crore insured at present

The much-anticipated expansion of the Karnataka Cabinet has yet again brought back the ‘insider-outsider’ debate to the fore, with over a dozen among the newly-sworn-in Ministers identified as ‘migrants’ and a number of legislators who have missed out being ‘original Congressmen’

Although the intensity of the rain subsided, a fresh heavy spell likely this weekend

Karnataka App Based Workers Union had threatened to launch a strike if action was not taken against illegal bike taxi operations.

Scientists at ICAR-National Institute of High Security Animal Diseases (ICAR-NIHSAD), Bhopal, have developed the vaccine using a novel attenuated ASFV Genotype II virus

Hollywood artist Tom Selleck achieved fame through his acting skills and screen presence. His career spanned decades, including iconic roles in television and film. Selleck's quote emphasizes continuous improvement and realizing one's full potential. He began his acting journey after encouragement from fraternity brothers at USC. The actor remains a respected figure with a significant net worth and philanthropic efforts.

The exiled Bangladeshi writer’s call for a ban on madrasas is an ‘irresponsible attempt by a foreign national to interfere in India’s internal affairs’, says All India Muslim Personal Law Board

European Union ministers are demanding stricter measures against migrant smuggling networks. They also seek stronger return policies following a large influx into Ceuta. The bloc is enhancing border security and intelligence sharing with external partners. Disinformation by smugglers fueled the unprecedented migration surge into the Spanish enclave. This crisis has reignited divisions within the European Union over migration management.

The NCPCR has initiated a formal investigation following alarming claims from a BBC report which suggested that advertisements on Meta’s platforms like Instagram were linked to the promotion of child abuse material. In response, the child rights organization has demanded clarity from Meta Platforms Inc. Furthermore, the NHRC has instructed the Delhi Police to look into these troubling assertions, as both entities scrutinize Meta's adherence to child protection regulations.

Renowned veteran actor Pradeep Rawat, celebrated for his iconic villain roles, has passed away at the age of seventy-four. His death occurred on the evening of August 4, 2026, as announced by his Lagaan co-star Yashpal Sharma. Rawat's remarkable contributions in both Hindi and South Indian cinema were matched only by his genuine humility and strong on-screen presence. He leaves behind a lasting legacy.

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Kangana Ranaut and Khushbu Sundar expressed strong disapproval of Udhayanidhi Stalin's recent comments, which led to his arrest and subsequent bail. Stalin’s remarks arose during a DMK protest about water disputes, provoking backlash from the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam party, who accused him of objectifying women. This incident has ignited a considerable political controversy and public discourse.