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India's first: Artificial rain trial by cloud seeding to be held in Jaipur's Ramgarh Dam today

In what is being said as the first of its kind of trial in the country, the Rajasthan government will join hands with a private company to conduct the trial for artificial rain from cloud seeding in Jaipur's Ramgarh Dam today.

Uttarkashi flash floods: 43 still missing in Dharali, says official; heavy rain hampers rescue efforts

Nearly a week after flash floods struck Dharali on 5 August, officials have confirmed that 43 people, including nine Army personnel, are still missing, as heavy rain threaten to worsen rescue challenges in Uttarkashi.

Trump’s tariff tirade evokes calls to boycott American companies in India

India, the world’s most populous nation, is a crucial market for US brands that have rapidly expanded to tap a growing base of affluent consumers. The backlash due to Trump's 50% tariffs is expected to be strong

Trump tariffs to impact 55% of Indian exports to US: Govt tells Parl ‘will secure national interest’

US tariff hike over Russian oil buys hits over half of India’s exports, leaving key sectors reeling

Air India to suspend Delhi-Washington DC flights from Sept 1

The Air India has announced the suspension of its services between Delhi and Washington DC from September 1.

'We are the world's boss': The mindset behind Trump's tariff

In an apparent swipe at US President Donald Trump and his tariffs, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has said that 'we are the world's boss' mentality has led to policies aimed at hindering Indian exports.

Slapped, punched and bitten: The horrific assault of a 15-month-old inside a Noida daycare centre

A 15-month-old girl was brutally assaulted by a nanny at a Noida daycare in Sector 137. CCTV visuals show the teenage attendant, Sonali, slapping, biting, and even beating the toddler with a plastic bat. Shockingly, the daycare owner, Charu, who was allegedly present did nothing to intervene. The nanny has now been arrested, and a police complaint has been filed by the parents

ISRO to launch 6,500 kg US-built communication satellite in coming months

After marking a humble beginning in Indian space programme with a tiny rocket supplied by the United States, ISRO would launch a 6,500 kg communication satellite built by the USA in the next couple of months, the Chairman of space agency, V Narayanan said on Sunday.

PM Modi says Indian tech 'brought Pakistan to its knees' during Operation Sindoor, 'world saw our new avatar'

Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Sunday that Indian tech used Operation Sindoor brought Pakistan “to its knees” within hours.

India bids goodbye to Registered Post: When India used pigeons to send mail

India Post announced that it will merge its 50-year-old Registered Post service with modern speed post. As the curtains slowly draw on one of the most iconic services of Indian postal history, it's worth pausing for a moment to reflect on what we’re leaving behind

Operation Sindoor was a declaration of India’s self-reliance in defence, exports to double in three years: DRDO chief

Operation Sindoor showcased India's self-reliance and tech strength, said DRDO chief Samir Kamat. It used indigenous systems like Akash missiles and BrahMos. Defence exports may double in next 2-3 years, he said.

Air chief AP Singh regrets inability to convince public on Balakot airstrike damage

Air Chief Marshal AP Singh stated that a lack of video evidence would have raised similar issues following Operation Sindoor, but now, the videos on the recently concluded military operation are "out in the open"

After RG Kar rape-murder, West Bengal police lathi-charge protesters seeking justice

A year after the rape and murder of a junior doctor at RG Kar Medical College, West Bengal witnessed fresh tensions as police lathi-charged protesters during the ‘Nabanna Chalo Abhiyan’ in Kolkata.

Largest-ever recorded surface-to-air kill: How India set a military benchmark with Operation Sindoor

Indian Air Force Chief Air Chief Marshal Amar Preet Singh has revealed unprecedented details of Operation Sindoor — India’s large-scale May military retaliation against Pakistan. Backed by full political freedom and advanced weaponry like the S-400, the operation destroyed key Pakistani military assets, terror hubs and aircraft

IAF chief details Op Sindoor: 5 Pak fighter jets ‘killed’, F-16s hit in hangar; message to Trump, Opposition?

India’s Air Chief Marshal Amar Preet Singh has disclosed unprecedented details of Operation Sindoor, hailing it as one of the most decisive missions in IAF history. The revelations come amid rising US-India tensions, Modi’s upcoming China visit, and Doval’s weapons talks in Moscow.

India boosts defence production by 90% in just 5 years, military manufacturing at all‑time high

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh announced that India's annual defence production has soared to an all-time high of Rs 1.51 lakh crore in FY 2024-25, marking an 18% jump from the previous financial year

Operation Akhal: On Day 9, 2 Indian Army soldiers killed in encounter; 1 terrorist neutralised

Two soldiers have been killed, while four others were injured in the encounter, which began on August 1 after security forces launched a search operation in a forest area at Akhal

‘India won’t bow down to anybody’: Piyush Goyal’s strong message to Trump amid US tariff war

Speaking at a media summit, India’s Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal expressed confidence in the country’s economy and said that it ‘finds opportunities in crisis’. The remarks come at a time when US President Donald Trump has launched a tariff offensive against India, slapping a 50 per cent levy

Sensex sheds 800 points to slip under 80,000, Nifty at 3-month low: Trump tariff impact?

The 30-share BSE Sensex tanked 765.47 points or 0.95 per cent to settle at 79,857.79. During the day, it tumbled 847.42 points or 1.05 per cent to 79,775.84. The 50-share NSE Nifty dropped 232.85 points or 0.95 per cent to 24,363.30.

How a parking lot dispute led to the murder of Huma Qureshi's cousin

Asif Qureshi, Bollywood actor Huma Qureshi's cousin, was killed outside his home in Delhi's Nizamuddin area, after an argument broke out over a parking space with his neighbour. Two men then stabbed Qureshi to death with a sharp weapon

Amid tariff dispute, Trump rules out further trade talks: A timeline of souring India-US ties

After imposing a total of 50 per cent tariffs on India, Trump has now ruled out a possibility of holding negotiations on a potential trade deal. This marks a new low in India-US ties

Supreme Court to take up petition seeking J&K's statehood today

The Supreme Court will take up a petition today that has sought directions to the government to restore Jammu and Kashmir's statehood within a specified timeframe.

India considers support package, incentives for exporters hit by Trump's tariffs

India is considering floating a support package among other incentives for exporters affected by US President Donald Trump's 50% tariffs. Several Indian sectors like marine, textile, and edibles are set to be immediately affected by tariffs.

What actually caused Dharali flash flood: An avalanche of 360 million cubic metres of glacial debris

A preliminary geological assessment conducted after the devastating flash floods in Dharali village revealed that a far more complex and massive collapse of glacial sedimentary deposits caused the floods in the region.

Supreme Court rejects Justice Yashwant Varma's plea against in-house report in cash recovery case

In the case of recovery of bundles of cash at his residence, the Supreme Court has dismissed the petition filed by Justice Yashwant Varma against the in-house investigation set up by then-Chief Justice Sanjiv Khanna. The in-house probe had concluded that cash was indeed found and recommended Varma's removal.

From Crimea grab to Ukraine war: Nato's double standards on Russian oil sharpen as India stands firm

In trying to impress Trump, Rutte may reduce Nato to little more than a loudspeaker for Washington’s selective outrage

2 CRPF soldiers dead, 12 injured in road accident in J&K's Udhampur

Two soldiers of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) have died and 12 are injured in a road accident in the Kadva Basantgarh area of Jammu and Kashmir's Udhampur district.

‘India will never compromise’: Amid Trump’s tariff war, PM Modi says ready to ‘pay a heavy price’

As the US continues to raise tariffs on India, Prime Minister Narendra Modi made it clear that India would never compromise on national interest, especially the interests of the country's farmers

Uttarkashi cloudburst: Rescue efforts intensified amid ongoing challenges; 5 dead and many still missing

Army's combat engineers have been working to clear debris and restore access in the area. A military helipad at Harsil remained functional. The state government said rescue and relief operations will continue until all missing persons are accounted for and connectivity is re-established.

'Will protect national interests': India slams Trump for imposition of additional 25% tariffs over Russian oil imports

"We have already made clear our position on these issues, including the fact that our imports are based on market factors and done with the overall objective of ensuring the energy security of 1.4 billion people of India," India's Foreign Ministry said