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District Ground Water Officer K. Pushpalatha links the fall to a 47.89% rainfall deficit, heavy borewell extraction and concrete cover that blocks recharge; 135 habitations, including 39 urban wards, are between six and 20 metres deep

At 80 years old, a grieving mother is demanding accountability from the government for the unfulfilled commitments related to her son Vivek Saxena's legacy. Honored with the Shaurya Chakra for his bravery in Manipur, she is pleading for discussions with both the President and Chief Minister regarding the promised benefits of land and memorials that have remained unaddressed for over twenty years.

"Hybrid terrorist" refers to an unlisted, radicalised individual who performs a specific subversive or violent task assigned by his handlers and then slips back into normal life

Addressing a press conference at the party headquarters in New Delhi, BJP chief Nitin Nabin said PM Modi's birthday will be observed as 'Seva Diwas'

The notice accused student Akshat Tripathi of “spreading anti-government propaganda” and “inciting” university students to join the NEET-UG protests at Jantar Mantar

“One person died at the spot while four others sustained injuries. The injured were moved to a nearby hospital by Centralised Accident and Trauma Services (CATS) ambulances,” says officials

The fire broke out at around midnight in the Shyam Sangini textile market and affected shops located on its sixth floor, says officials

Colonel Anurag Upadhyay, a former Indian Army Special Forces officer, is seeking expert medical and technological support after suffering a severe stroke in August 2025 that resulted in locked-in syndrome and bilateral below-knee amputations. Despite remaining conscious and communicating through eye movements, his family is exploring advanced rehabilitation, neurological research and assistive technologies such as brain-computer interfaces and eye-tracking systems. A public appeal seeks credible specialists, institutions and organisations that could help identify further possibilities for recovery and independence.

After a concert in Canada, Punjabi singer Ammy Virk found himself in a shocking incident when his convoy came under fire. A dark SUV reportedly aimed shots at a bulletproof Rolls-Royce carrying the star. While the rear window was shattered, thankfully, everyone inside remained safe. Authorities are now investigating a nearby burnt SUV for potential connections to the shooting, highlighting the gravity of the situation.

Flight IX 904 leaves Visakhapatnam at 11.30 a.m. on Tuesdays and Fridays and the return lands at 3.55 a.m. on Wednesdays and Saturdays; the Andhra Pradesh Air Travellers Association has pressed for the service for years

While the government attributed a range of factors for the sharp increase, analysis showed that there were ample signals warning of a potential surge

AFCAT result 2026: The Indian Air Force has declared the AFCAT 02/2026 written examination result on September 9, 2026. Candidates who appeared for the August 8 examination can check their individual scorecards through the AFCAT candidate portal using their registered credentials. The recruitment covers 379 vacancies across Flying and Ground Duty branches. The GATE Score Entry cut-off has also been announced. Qualified candidates will proceed to the AFSB stage before medical examination and final merit preparation.

Odisha’s Environment Department has also approached the Wildlife Crime Control Bureau (WCCB), seeking its expertise in investigating cases involving the illegal trafficking of wild animals.

Bharat Ratna recipient Prof C N R Rao faces a hearing to confirm his identity. His name was flagged during electoral roll revisions due to a spelling difference. The 2002 roll lists him as 'Prof C N R Rao' while the current one adds an 'f'. Economist Amartya Sen also experienced a similar spelling issue. However, Sen has been exempted from appearing in person for his verification.

On Wednesday morning, an explosion at a godown in Okhla Phase-I claimed one life and left four individuals injured due to an oxygen cylinder blast. The incident happened as a vehicle delivered commercial oxygen cylinders. Law enforcement quickly secured the site for an in-depth investigation. The owner, Shyam Mohan, is under scrutiny as officials work to uncover more information about the victims and the cylinder's ownership.

As per police, the entire incident was captured on a CCTV camera installed near the scene

CM says new system is aimed at addressing delays and shortcomings that had affected the implementation of Budget projects in the past and ensuring greater credibility to Budget announcements

A consumer commission ordered Ola Electric to refund a customer Rs 1,34,161. The company failed to deliver an electric motorcycle for several months after receiving full payment. Ola Electric also must pay Rs 90,000 for loss of livelihood and mental agony. The commission found the company provided insufficient evidence for the prolonged delay. This decision highlights deficiency in service for non-delivery of goods.

In a surprising move, Tamil Nadu's chief minister has chosen to delay the launch of a gold ring initiative aimed at welcoming newborns. With a pivotal trip to London on the horizon for talks with European industrialists, he underscores the need for fresh investments. Before his departure, he will also oversee important strategy sessions to solidify alliances and boost Tamil Nadu's economic prospects.

Unemployment among graduates and above in Rajasthan stands at 33%. Most of the extra work is created in the agriculture sector, in which the young workers’ share increased from 39.3% to 47.0% during the last seven years