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India’s first satellite-guided chopper approached launched at HAL airport
BENGALURU: HAL Airport in Bengaluru has become the first airport in India to operationalise a satellite-guided helicopter approach procedure, a move expected to improve safety, reduce flight times and enable more reliable all-weather Read More
‘Why fear eggs in politics?’ SC tells Mauha freedom fighter took bullets to chest
With the bench indicating that it would not grant relief, Mahua Moitra’s counsel withdrew the petition. (File photo)
NEW DELHI: “You are a member of Parliament. Read More
Astrobase unveils 800kN rocket engine, eyes reusability
Astrobase unveils India’s first privately-built 800kN full-flow staged combustion rocket engine ‘Everest’, aiming for reusable launch systems and domestic launch infrastructure. Read More
NEET-UG Paper Leak: How ‘Fifa World Cup 2026’ WhatsApp Group Led CBI To Accused
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WhatsApp group led CBI to NEET leak accused.
NTA experts shared confidential exam questions during classes.
Mandhare, Kulkarni dictated questions to students for matching. Read More
‘Govt stealing money, destroying lives’: Rahul Gandhi vows campaign against E20
NEW DELHI: Leader of opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi on Friday said Congress will soon take up the issue of the Centre’s E20 ethanol-blended fuel programme. Read More
Imran on casting Bhumi on his comeback film, reveals she was an assistant on Rishta.com: EXCLUSIVE
Years after stepping away from films, Imran Khan is all set to make his comeback with ‘Adhoore Hum Adhoore Tum’, directed by Danish Aslam, who previously helmed the Imran Khan-Deepika Padukone starrer ‘Break Ke Baad Read More
Madonna and Blur producer William Orbit dies aged 69
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Paul Glynn
Culture reporter
17 minutes ago
Acclaimed British music producer William Orbit, known for his work with acts including Madonna, Blur, All Saints and U2, has died at the age of 69. Read More
Suriya shines as a sportsman in ‘Vishwanath and Sons’ trailer
A mix of romance, humour and emotion takes centre stage in the trailer of Vishwanath and Sons. Read More
Tommy Detamore dies at 70
Trigger warning: This article mentions death. Reader discretion is advised.Tommy Detamore, the pedal steel guitarist, engineer and producer, has died, marking another loss for country music. Read More
Harshvardhan, Sanjeeda Shaikh spark dating rumours as they post matching PICS from vacay
Actors Harshvardhan Rane and Sanjeeda Shaikh have once again found themselves at the centre of dating speculation after posting remarkably similar photos on Instagram, seemingly from a getaway in Panshet near Pune. Read More
Stock Markets Decline As Sensex Falls 455 Points, Nifty Tests 24,600
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Indian benchmark indices declined, Sensex, Nifty ended lower.
Brent crude oil rose amid Iran, Hormuz geopolitical concerns. Read More
‘Tax My Kidney Too’: Viral Social Media Post Roasts UPI MDR Proposal, FM Responds
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Sarcastic social media post highlights public concern over UPI charges.
Congress criticizes proposed UPI fee framework, citing US pressure. Read More
Fact Check: Is Ethanol Being Added To Aircraft Fuel? Government Clears The Air
A claim circulating widely on social media suggested that the government was planning to blend ethanol into Aviation Turbine Fuel (ATF), similar to ethanol blending in petrol. Read More
Small-Cap Infra Stock Posts Rs 51 Crore Q1 Profit, Order Book At Rs 12,976 Crore
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HCC shares declined slightly following Q1 FY27 results.
Q1 revenue decreased 9.0% while net profit grew 0.7%.
New orders secured, Rs 1,671 crore L1 bids confirmed. Read More
Retail Inflation May Rise To 4.5% In July As Food Prices Stay Elevated
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India’s CPI forecast 4.5% July 2026; broad food inflation.
BoB ECI rose sharply; monsoon, arrivals provide comfort.
Core inflation contained 4-4. Read More
Tourism at Statue of Unity gets fillip with new 600-seater luxury cruise on Narmada river
Ekta Nagar is set to expand its river tourism offerings with the introduction of a new 600-passenger luxury cruise on the Narmada River, significantly increasing visitor capacity at the Statue of Unity, one of Indias most visited tourist destinat Read More
Amex GBT introduces AI-powered intelligence across travel, expense and meetings platforms
A focused business traveler uses a travel app in a modern airport lounge, showcasing seamless technology integration. Read More
40,000 registrations in 2 hours as advance safari booking opens in Ranthambore
Around 400 km, but worth driving; this place offers beautiful landscapes and historic ruins inside the park. Its one of the best places in India to spot tigers in the wild. Read More
UPI now accepted for online Burj Khalifa bookings before Indians arrive in Dubai; first for UAE attraction
Image credit – istock
Indian travellers can now use the Unified Payments Interface (UPI) to book tickets online for At the Top, Burj Khalifa, after NPCI International Payments Limited (NIPL) enabled UPI acceptance on the attraction’s Read More
India’s first satellite-guided chopper approached launched at HAL airport
BENGALURU: HAL Airport in Bengaluru has become the first airport in India to operationalise a satellite-guided helicopter approach procedure, a move expected to improve safety, reduce flight times and enable more reliable all-weather Read More
‘Why fear eggs in politics?’ SC tells Mauha freedom fighter took bullets to chest
With the bench indicating that it would not grant relief, Mahua Moitra’s counsel withdrew the petition. (File photo)
NEW DELHI: “You are a member of Parliament. Read More
Astrobase unveils 800kN rocket engine, eyes reusability
Astrobase unveils India’s first privately-built 800kN full-flow staged combustion rocket engine ‘Everest’, aiming for reusable launch systems and domestic launch infrastructure. Read More
NEET-UG Paper Leak: How ‘Fifa World Cup 2026’ WhatsApp Group Led CBI To Accused
Show Quick Read
Key points generated by AI, verified by newsroom
WhatsApp group led CBI to NEET leak accused.
NTA experts shared confidential exam questions during classes.
Mandhare, Kulkarni dictated questions to students for matching. Read More
‘Govt stealing money, destroying lives’: Rahul Gandhi vows campaign against E20
NEW DELHI: Leader of opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi on Friday said Congress will soon take up the issue of the Centre’s E20 ethanol-blended fuel programme. Read More
Imran on casting Bhumi on his comeback film, reveals she was an assistant on Rishta.com: EXCLUSIVE
Years after stepping away from films, Imran Khan is all set to make his comeback with ‘Adhoore Hum Adhoore Tum’, directed by Danish Aslam, who previously helmed the Imran Khan-Deepika Padukone starrer ‘Break Ke Baad Read More
Madonna and Blur producer William Orbit dies aged 69
Getty Images
Paul Glynn
Culture reporter
17 minutes ago
Acclaimed British music producer William Orbit, known for his work with acts including Madonna, Blur, All Saints and U2, has died at the age of 69. Read More
Suriya shines as a sportsman in ‘Vishwanath and Sons’ trailer
A mix of romance, humour and emotion takes centre stage in the trailer of Vishwanath and Sons. Read More
Tommy Detamore dies at 70
Trigger warning: This article mentions death. Reader discretion is advised.Tommy Detamore, the pedal steel guitarist, engineer and producer, has died, marking another loss for country music. Read More
Harshvardhan, Sanjeeda Shaikh spark dating rumours as they post matching PICS from vacay
Actors Harshvardhan Rane and Sanjeeda Shaikh have once again found themselves at the centre of dating speculation after posting remarkably similar photos on Instagram, seemingly from a getaway in Panshet near Pune. Read More
Stock Markets Decline As Sensex Falls 455 Points, Nifty Tests 24,600
Show Quick Read
Key points generated by AI, verified by newsroom
Indian benchmark indices declined, Sensex, Nifty ended lower.
Brent crude oil rose amid Iran, Hormuz geopolitical concerns. Read More
‘Tax My Kidney Too’: Viral Social Media Post Roasts UPI MDR Proposal, FM Responds
Show Quick Read
Key points generated by AI, verified by newsroom
Sarcastic social media post highlights public concern over UPI charges.
Congress criticizes proposed UPI fee framework, citing US pressure. Read More
Fact Check: Is Ethanol Being Added To Aircraft Fuel? Government Clears The Air
A claim circulating widely on social media suggested that the government was planning to blend ethanol into Aviation Turbine Fuel (ATF), similar to ethanol blending in petrol. Read More
Small-Cap Infra Stock Posts Rs 51 Crore Q1 Profit, Order Book At Rs 12,976 Crore
Show Quick Read
Key points generated by AI, verified by newsroom
HCC shares declined slightly following Q1 FY27 results.
Q1 revenue decreased 9.0% while net profit grew 0.7%.
New orders secured, Rs 1,671 crore L1 bids confirmed. Read More
Retail Inflation May Rise To 4.5% In July As Food Prices Stay Elevated
Show Quick Read
Key points generated by AI, verified by newsroom
India’s CPI forecast 4.5% July 2026; broad food inflation.
BoB ECI rose sharply; monsoon, arrivals provide comfort.
Core inflation contained 4-4. Read More
Tourism at Statue of Unity gets fillip with new 600-seater luxury cruise on Narmada river
Ekta Nagar is set to expand its river tourism offerings with the introduction of a new 600-passenger luxury cruise on the Narmada River, significantly increasing visitor capacity at the Statue of Unity, one of Indias most visited tourist destinat Read More
Amex GBT introduces AI-powered intelligence across travel, expense and meetings platforms
A focused business traveler uses a travel app in a modern airport lounge, showcasing seamless technology integration. Read More
40,000 registrations in 2 hours as advance safari booking opens in Ranthambore
Around 400 km, but worth driving; this place offers beautiful landscapes and historic ruins inside the park. Its one of the best places in India to spot tigers in the wild. Read More
UPI now accepted for online Burj Khalifa bookings before Indians arrive in Dubai; first for UAE attraction
Image credit – istock
Indian travellers can now use the Unified Payments Interface (UPI) to book tickets online for At the Top, Burj Khalifa, after NPCI International Payments Limited (NIPL) enabled UPI acceptance on the attraction’s Read More
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US judge compares Meta to ‘public nuisance,’ orders $567m payout over child harm
US judge has ordered Meta to pay $567m in a New Mexico child safety case, ruling that Instagram and Facebook exposed children to harmful content and sexual exploitation
Meta has been ordered to pay another $567 million by a US judge Read More
Harvard rejected Paul Devlin in 1981; he wrote back rejecting the rejection letter
Paul Devlin responded to Harvard University’s rejection letter by rejecting its rejection (Letters of Note photo)
In 1981, a student who was rejected by Harvard University decided he wasn’t going to let the letter have t Read More
Exiled Bangladeshi cricket star Shakib Al Hasan willing to return, face murder trial if safety assured
Bangladesh cricket star Shakib Al Hasan, an exiled ally of ousted PM Sheikh Hasina, says he is ready to return home and face trial on murder charges if the government guarantees his security. Read More
Seven killed after teen shooter opens fire at home and school in Thailand
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Paweena Ninbut, Thanyarat Doksone and Koh Ewe
7 August 2026, 09:54 BST
Updated 15 minutes ago
At least seven people have been killed and 23 injured after a 14-year-old boy opened fire at a home and his sc Read More
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