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Message of Home Guards Son on Helmets Goes Viral
Harshavardhans video after his fathers death in Annamayya goes viral, wins praise from SP
4 Detained With Ganja Worth Rs 22.75 lakh
The consignment was intercepted while being transported from Odisha to Pune in Maharashtra.
HYDRAA Cleared 27,000 Trash, 800 Tree-Fall Debris
HYDRAA said on Friday that it had undertaken more than 27,000 trash and debris clearance programmes and cleared more than 800 tree-fall debris so far in the monsoon season.
I am born a Congressman and will die a Congressman, says D.K. Shivakumar
TTD To Set Up Cyber Security Lab In Tirumala
Fraudulent sites targeting unsuspecting devotees mushroom
Souharda Coop. Bill passed in Legislative Council
National Conference spokesperson causes stir with photo 'diktat'
He describes guarantee schemes as development schemes that have helped increase the States per capita income
Elf 2 Poster Release Rumors Explained: When will movie release? Heres all details about sequel
Elf 2 poster release rumors spread after a fake image claimed Will Ferrell would return as Buddy in Christmas 2025. The poster is not real, and no sequel is planned.
With storm water drains remaining above OMR, flooding could happen this year too!
New York tourist bus crash leaves multiple dead and injured on route from Niagara Falls
A tourist bus returning from Niagara Falls to New York City crashed in western New York on Friday, killing several passengers and injuring many more. The bus, carrying around 50 people, rolled into a ditch near Pembroke on Interstate 90. Children were among the victims. A tractor-trailer was also involved. Authorities are conducting rescues and arranging interpreters for passengers of Indian, Chinese, and Filipino origin. Governor Kathy Hochul described the crash as tragic, and the highway remains closed as investigations continue.
SIT Questions Former Deputy CM Narayana Swamy In Liquor Case
The questioning reportedly focused on amendments made to the liquor policy during the YSRC regime, including the removal of the online system for liquor orders and the introduction of manual procedures.
Automation will not obviate the need for experts, says MinisterPalanivel Thiaga Rajan
VP Poll: Naidu Backs Radhakrishnan
Brushing aside speculation that TD might consider backing Reddy, Naidu stressed that political alliances cannot be sacrificed for sentimental reasons.
Waste from closed composting units to be directed to bio-CNG plants, GCC informs NGT
AP BJP Appoints State Level Committee Of Office-Bearers
AP BJP president P.V.N. Madhav on Friday announced a state-level party committee with 10 vice-presidents, four state general-secretaries, 10 state secretaries, conveners and in-charges for various programmes and wings.
Tamil Nadu bets big on projects through public private partnership mode
Bike taxis continue to ply in Bengaluru despite HC clarification
Mega DSC 2025: AP Releases Final Merit List
He advised the candidates to check their results on the official websites.
Operation WeedOut: DRI dismantles nationwide drug syndicate
Trade truce? Canada removes retaliatory tariffs on most US goods starting September
Canada tariffs: Canada reduced trade tensions with the US. It removed many retaliatory tariffs. The tariffs on US autos, steel, and aluminum will remain. This move followed a call between Mark Carney and Donald Trump. They discussed trade. The US acknowledged Canada's action as overdue. Both countries will continue trade talks. Canada focuses on strategic sectors in US trade relations.
Farmers observe fast against gene-edited rice varieties
Canada is facing a big problem. Many students are going to school without eating properly. Demand for breakfast programs has increased a lot. The government has started a National School Food Program. It will provide meals to children. But more help is needed. Organizations want the program to continue forever. They also want more research to improve it.
Ladakh administration revokes allotment of land for Wangchuks institute
Sonam Wangchuk has led the protests in Ladakh for three years; an order said the land has not been used for the purpose allotted as no University (as recognised by law) has been set up till date
Apple's digital driver's license feature is expanding across the U.S., with Montana being the latest addition. iPhone and Apple Watch users in eleven states can now store their IDs in Apple Wallet for use at select TSA checkpoints and businesses. Apple plans to add more states and even U.S. passports in the future, aiming to replace physical wallets.
MTC plans to launch sale of digital mobility cards through bus conductors
The move is to make them easily available. At present, the Singara Chennai Cards are being sold only in a few bus depots and termini. They will be distributed by Sept. first week, says an official
Intermediate Department to Launch Facial Recognition for Attendance
Department has come up with the initiative after noting that 40 staff of students skipped college during the last academic year.
'False and misleading': Government says hasn't issued any unblocking order for TikTok - what we know
Woman undergoes robotic surgery at MIOT to remove rare oral tumour
Transoral robotic surgery (TORS) isa minimally invasive surgical technique that uses a robotic system to access and remove tumors in the mouth and throat through the mouth, avoiding external incisions and potentially reducing recovery time
Tambaram City Police arrest 3 persons, seize 160 capsules of heroin
2 men from Rajasthan held for cheating family by posing as Siddha practitioners
City is home to 3 iconic railway terminals, says Shailendra Singh
Following 'Operation Sindoor,' US Vice President JD Vance commended India's measured response, making President Trump's subsequent meeting with Pakistan's army chief surprising, according to Shashi Tharoor. Tharoor highlighted a potential shift in US foreign policy, possibly jeopardizing long-standing strategic ties with India. He also cautioned India to remain vigilant regarding China, citing border challenges and its alliance with Pakistan.
A productive visit: on India-China ties
India and China seem ready to put behind the memory of Galwan clashes
Madras Day: Chennai isnt just a city but T.N.s heartbeat, says Stalin
Chennai Corporation cleans MGR Canal
Chennai Corporation begins repair work on cracked road in Velachery
Sudden thunderstorms drench Chennai; RMC forecasts more heavy rainfall likely across TN till weekend
Indian Police Foundation inks agreement with T.N. Police for improvement of policing
Three-day conference on epilepsy inaugurated in Chennai
TikTok, AliExpress ban being lifted in India after 5 years? Government says...
The Indian government had banned TikTok and many other Chinese apps citing a threat to national security. The move came after border clashes in Galwan Valley in 2020, when 20 Indian soldiers and an unknown number of Chinese troopers were killed, leading to a diplomatic standoff between the nations.
Govt confiscates 215 schools affiliated with JeI, FAT
Srinagar, Aug 22: The government on Friday overthrow 215 schools that were affiliated proscribed organisation Jamat-e-Islami (Jel) and Falah-e-Aam Trust (FAT). Secretary to government for School Education Department (SED) Ram Niwas Sharma said that the 215 JeI and FAT schools were reported adversely upon by the intelligence agencies. Sharma in an order said that the [] The post Govt confiscates 215 schools affiliated with JeI, FAT appeared first on Northlines .
A Court order that was barking up the wrong tree
In its attempt to tackle Delhis stray dog problem, the top courts initial pronouncement chose to ignore scientific evidence and constitutional compassion
Bureaucratic rejig: Rajit Punhani appointed FSSAI chief, Piyush Goyal named Mines Secretary
The central government has announced a major bureaucratic reshuffle. Rajit Punhani is the new CEO of FSSAI. Debashree Mukherjee will replace Punhani as Skill Development Secretary. V L Kantha Rao is shifted to Department of Water Resources. Piyush Goyal will be the new Mines Secretary. Vijay Kumar is appointed as Secretary, Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways.
J&K Cloudburst: Search ops on Day 9, missing man returns home, 32 still missing
Jammu, Aug 22: Search operation by multiple agencies to trace people who went missing during the recent cloudburst and flashfloods in Kishtwar district entered the ninth day on Friday. Meanwhile, the family of one person who was earlier listed missing reported that he has returned home safely, officials said. No fresh bodies were found during [] The post J&K Cloudburst: Search ops on Day 9, missing man returns home, 32 still missing appeared first on Northlines .
I am 33 but Ronaldo is 40, Messi is 38: Manpreet Singh refuses to slow down
Only the second Indian hockey player to make 400 appearances, Manpreet is still among the fittest in the world game. Despite his remarkable longevity, the ace midfielder knows he is forever on trial. But he is determined to defy the age curve in the major events coming up
Haramain exhibition offers a chance to walk in the footsteps of Prophets
Lingayats, Vokkaligas hold meetings ahead of re-enumeration of castes in Karnataka
ED attaches assets worth Rs 66 Cr under PMLA
Jammu Tawi, Aug 22: The Directorate of Enforcement (ED), Jammu Sub Zonal Office, has provisionally attached several immovable properties worth Rs 66.77 crore under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) here, the agency said on Friday. The provisionally attached properties comprise factory land and building of Messrs Bharat Papers Limited and two residential houses [] The post ED attaches assets worth Rs 66 Cr under PMLA appeared first on Northlines .
Targeting research: On the silencing of independent research voices
Attacks on research institutions reflect Indias declining academic freedoms
Set the guardrails for AI use in courtrooms
As the use of Artificial Intelligence becomes more common in courts, clear frameworks are crucial to guide its safe and responsible use
40 pc of chief ministers face criminal cases: ADR
New Delhi: Of the 30 chief ministers in the country, 12 of them, or 40 per cent, declared criminal cases against themselves, according to a new report by poll rights body ADR. Telangana CM Revanth Reddy has declared 89 cases against him, the highest, followed by Tamil Nadu CM M K Stalin, who declared 47. [] The post 40 pc of chief ministers face criminal cases: ADR appeared first on Northlines .
Grand Conclusion Of Sravana Sukravaram Festivities At Durga Temple
Temple executive officer V.K. Seena Naik explained that with the significance of the concluding Sravana Friday, devotees in large numbers participated in the special Kumkumarchana.
Direct contest between NDA, opposition for VPs post
New Delhi: The stage is set for a direct contest between ruling NDA nominee C P Radhakrishnan and joint opposition candidate B Sudershan Reddy for the September 9 vice-presidential election. After a scrutiny of the nominations filed for the vice-presidential poll, all four sets of nomination papers of both the candidates were found to be [] The post Direct contest between NDA, opposition for VPs post appeared first on Northlines .
AP Floods: Keep People On Constant Alert; Ensure No Shortage Of Fertilizers, CM Tells Officials
Chief Minister Nara Chandrababu Naidu has conducted a review meeting with officials on the heavy water inflows and flood situation in the Godavari and Krishna rivers.
CAT dismisses plea for rescheduling JKSSB examination
Jammu Tawi: The Central Administrative Tribunal (CAT), Jammu Bench, has dismissed a set of applications seeking rescheduling of the Jammu and Kashmir Services Selection Board (JKSSB) examination slated to be held later this month. The plea had been filed separately by four candidates on the grounds that the JKSSB test dates August 24 (Junior [] The post CAT dismisses plea for rescheduling JKSSB examination appeared first on Northlines .
My Dishes Push Boundaries Without Losing Balance: Chef Augusto Cabrera
Known for his mastery in creating dishes that are both elegant and expressive, Chef Cabreras culinary journey spans continents and cultures.
A Drug-Free Tamil Nadu in the Making: DGP
Survey shows drug use in State far below the national average
Withdraw FIR against Abhisar Sharma: Press Club
The PCI accused the Assam Police of turning a blind eye in not taking cognisance of what the apex court has directed in a similar case pertaining to The Wire editors
Govt raises renewal fee for vehicles over 20 years old
NEW DELHI, Aug 22: The transport ministry has raised the registration renewal fee for motor vehicles older than 20 years to discourage people from keeping them. The Ministry of Road Transport & Highways (MoRTH), in a notification, announced that the renewal fee for light motor vehicles (LMVs) older than 20 years has been doubled to [] The post Govt raises renewal fee for vehicles over 20 years old appeared first on Northlines .
Fight for J&Ks Statehood will begin anew, says CM Omar
Denies role in employee sackings, Assures aid to Kishtwar, Kathua Victims Srinagar, Aug 22: Chief Minister, Omar Abdullah on Friday announced that the political struggle for the restoration of statehood to Jammu & Kashmir will now begin anew. We are going to launch a mission from now onwards. We didnt expect to put in such [] The post Fight for J&Ks Statehood will begin anew, says CM Omar appeared first on Northlines .
AP Government Resolves Over Half-Century Old Forest Land Dispute
90 families in Srikalahasti environs to receive pattas
Goal '47: Madhya Pradesh to headline India growth story, says CM Mohan Yadav at ET WLF
Madhya Pradesh is implementing reforms to become a model state. Chief Minister Mohan Yadav highlights the state's advantages for investment. The state has surplus resources and strong connectivity. Approvals for new industries are quicker. Projects over 500 crore get direct approval. The state's budget is expanding significantly. Labour force participation has increased. The state incentivizes employment generation.
Horoscope Today 23 August 2025 brings powerful cosmic insights for all zodiac signsGemini, Scorpio, Sagittarius, Libra, Pisces, Aries, Taurus, Virgo, Leo, Cancer, Capricorn and Aquarius. With the Moon moving through Capricorn, discipline, structure, and commitment take center stage.
The earlier surveys, including that of SCs for internal quota, have relied on census data and voter list
Gold for drugs racket busted in Jammu: Woman arrested with heroin, cash, stolen jewellery
In a major breakthrough in the fight against narco-terrorism, Jammu and Kashmir Police arrested a female drug trafficker, Vani Bibi, from Langotian, R.S. Pura, who was running a gold for drugs racket by exploiting drug-addicted youth.
American drought to American dream: can Fritz, Shelton upend recent history at the US Open?
No male player from the United States has won a Major singles title since 2003 a shocking dry spell for the most successful tennis nation. But with their home Grand Slam starting on Sunday, Americas top-ranked men will be desperate to build on the progress they have made and end more than two decades of misery
Your iPhone is under threat as Apple rushes emergency update; heres what you need to do to stay safe
Apple has released emergency security updates for iPhones, iPads, and Macs to address a zero-day vulnerability in its ImageIO framework. This flaw, already exploited in sophisticated attacks against targeted individuals, could allow malicious image files to corrupt memory and grant attackers device control. Users are urged to install the updates immediately to protect against potential exploitation.
Amendment needed after Delhi CM continued to govern from jail, says Amit Shah
Kochi: Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Friday defended the 130th Constitutional Amendment Bill, saying it was needed to uphold political morality after Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal continued to hold office from prison before losing power in recent assembly elections. In the past 75 years, many Chief Ministers and Ministers have gone to jail, Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Politicians Think They Are Privileged Class: Harish Salve On Bill To Sack Ministers
The politician is only told that you will not run your sachivalaya(secretariat) from a prison cell and that is perfectly sensible, Harish Salve, a former Solicitor General of India, told NDTV amid row on bills to sack ministers who have been in jai
TikTok Still Blocked: Government Sources On Buzz About Ban Being Lifted
TikTok is still blocked in India, government sources said this evening after several users reported that they could access the website of the video streaming platform.
Two disgruntled RJD MLAs turn up at PM's rally in Bihar
Two RJD MLAs, Vibha Devi and Prakash Veer, attended Prime Minister Modi's rally in Gayaji, fueling speculation of a potential switch to the NDA before the upcoming Bihar assembly elections.
Canadian teen behind $48 million crypto heist strikes again this time targeting X and NFT artists
Cryptocurrency theft Canadian youth cybercrime: A Canadian teenager, involved in a massive crypto theft, committed more crimes. He targeted Twitter accounts and NFT artists after promising to reform. He even mentored another teen in the scams. The FBI arrested him in Portugal. He pleaded guilty in the US. Now, he faces uncertain legal consequences upon his return to Canada for violating probation.
AP Signs MoU To Bridge Skills Gap Among Equipment Operators
Ganesh Kumar said the collaboration underscores their shared commitment to bridge the skills gap, build global-standard competencies, and unlock high-value career opportunities for the youth in Andhra Pradesh.
2026 World Cup draw to be held in Washington on December 5: Donald Trump
It's the biggest, probably the biggest event in sports, the President said
Hyderabad: Frauds Pose as IMF Officials in Fresh Scam
It goes on to allege that the money has already arrived in Houston, Texas, packaged as a sealed consignment trunk. A so-called diplomatic agent named Christian Williams is listed with a U.S. phone number and email ID for further contact.
Soccer: Manchester City welcome back Rodri for home clash against Spurs
Manchester City will face Tottenham Hotspur with Rodri and Phil Foden back in the squad. Manager Pep Guardiola hopes for Rodri's consistent performance. He praises new signing James Trafford. Guardiola remains tight-lipped on Ederson's potential transfer. He acknowledges Tottenham's strong start under Thomas Frank. Guardiola downplays talk of City regaining their swagger after one victory.
SC stays SIT probe against Congress MLA in fake documents case
The Supreme Court has put a stay on the Madhya Pradesh High Court's order for an FIR and SIT investigation against Congress MLA Arif Masood, who is accused of running a college using forged documents. This decision came after the college, Indira Priyadarshini College, appealed to the top court challenging the High Court's directive.
2 Tiger Cubs Die At Delhi Zoo, Two Others Under Care
Two tiger cubs born at Delhi zoo earlier this month died, leaving just two survivors from a rare litter of six.
'The biggest event in sport': Trump announces 2026 FIFA World Cup draw to take place in DC
India Unveils Space Station Module To Be Launched By 2028
India plans to launch the first module of BAS by 2028, marking its entry into the select group of nations operating orbital laboratories: Reports
Beijing loosens curbs on foreign capital for some green projects
A pilot program across 16 provinces and major cities, including Shanghai and Beijing, will ease quotas for domestic non-financial firms to borrow from non-residents in local and foreign currency, provided those projects are aimed at reducing corporate emissions, the country's foreign exchange regulator said.
The secret smiley inside a microchip
Engineer Kenton Smith's discovery of a microscopic smiley face on a 2020 chip led him to the world of 'silicon doodles'. These hidden images, dating back to the 1970s, were expressions and anti-theft measures by chip designers. Collectors like Smith and CPU_Duke now hunt for these relics, driven by a passion to archive them before they are lost to scrap.
AP Constitutes GoM On Hiking Retirement Age To 62 Years
Andhra Pradesh government has constituted a three-member Group of Ministers (GoM) to examine enhancing the age of superannuation of regular employees working in government institutions / societies / corporations included in the IX and X Schedules of the AP Bifurcation Act, 2014, to 62 years from 60 years
Pawar Declines Support for NDA VP Candidate, Slams Radhakrishnan over Soren Arrest
Mr. Fadnavis had contacted Mr. Pawar and Mr. Thackeray on Thursday night, urging them to back Mr. Radhakrishnan, who is a voter from Mumbai and currently serves as the Governor of Maharashtra.
Mounted on a budget of around Rs 350 to Rs 400 crore, Hrithik Roshan, Jr NTR-starrer War 2 has turned out to be the first flop in the YRF Spy Universe.
Bridge Collapse in Anakapalle: 15 Villages Are in Trouble
Bodderu River bridge weakened by sand mining, floods; villagers block it for safety
Free Movement Regime helps map 42,000 Myanmar nationals since Dec: Biren Singh
N. Biren Singh says Assam Rifles has mapped biometric data of Myanmarese entering India since December. This is under the new Free Movement Regime. He believes this will regulate entry through the border. It will also help control population growth in Manipur. Assam Rifles Director General shared insights on this policy at Manipur University.
