Meera Nair

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Monsoon havoc hits Assam rail network, NFR rushes to restore services

Assam flood death toll rises to 62 as Centre sends team to assess damage

Assam's flood emergency has turned deadlier, with four more fatalities reported in the last 24 hours, taking the overall death toll to 66, according t... Read more at: https://english.mathrubhumi.com/news/india/assam-floods-2026-death-toll-update-fvxbfrsd

18 hours ago

Pralhad Joshi named new education minister; former Dharmendra Pradhan updates X bio

The President's office, after accepting Pradhan's resignation, confirmed Joshi's appointment in a communique this evening. Joshi is currently Union Minister of Food and Consumer Affairs.

1 day ago

Dharmendra Pradhan resigns: All you need to know about his net worth, education, political journey and criminal cases

Former Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan has resigned amid the nationwide NEET paper leak protests, bringing renewed attention to his political career and personal profile. A senior BJP leader from Odisha, Pradhan holds a postgraduate degree in Anthropology from Utkal University and has served in several key Union ministries, including Petroleum, Steel, Skill Development and Education.

1 day ago

India's forex reserves rise by $1.08 billion to $676.24 billion: RB

The latest increase follows a gain of $964 million in the previous reporting week, when the country's forex reserves climbed to $675.157 billion.

2 days ago

Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation is non-negotiable, says CJP in meeting with Union Ministers

The resignation of the Education Minister has been at the core of the month-long CJP protests, which descended into violence on July 20 as students attempted to march to Parliament. The CJP has warned that it would escalate the protests if Pradhan did not quit as education minister.

2 days ago

Global crude oil prices hit four-week high amid escalating US-Iran conflict

Global crude oil prices climb above $100 amid Red Sea attacks, supply fears

Global crude oil prices stayed above $100 per barrel on Friday as escalating tensions in the Gulf and attacks on Saudi oil tankers in the Red Sea heightened fears of supply disruptions. Brent crude rose above $100, while WTI climbed to $92.83 per barrel.

2 days ago

US completes another round of strikes against Iran

CENTCOM added that over 50,000 US personnel stationed across the Middle East remain on high alert. In response, Iran claimed it launched drone strikes on two US bases in Kuwait, while also accusing the US of hitting a construction site at the Darkhovin nuclear power plant, calling the attack a violation of international law.

7 days ago

'I'm Here Only To Support The Students': Poonam Pandey Joins CJP Protest At Jantar Mantar, Urges People Not To Politicise Students' Issue

Poonam Pandey joined the protest at Delhi's Jantar Mantar, saying she was there "only and only to support the students." Urging people not to politicise or communalise the issue, she appealed to keep the focus on students and the reported deaths linked to the alleged NEET controversy

7 days ago

india vs Australia ODI 2025: Virat Kohli out for 0, Rohit Sharma flops on ODI comebacks in Perth

'No discussion on Rohit's last ODI': BCCI responds after Harsh Goenka's takes dig at Indian selectors amid Rohit Sharma retirement news

His post comes at a time when reports have suggested that the Indian selection committee could be looking beyond the veteran opener after the ongoing ODI series against England.

7 days ago

72nd National Film Awards: Kartik Aaryan, Mammootty bag Best Actor, Yami Gautam announced as Best Actress

72nd National Film Awards Winners: Srikanth Wins Best Hindi Feature Film, Yami Gautam Gets Best Actress, Kartik Aaryan Is Best Actor

The winners of the 72nd National Film Awards were announced on Saturday for films certified by CBFC during 2024. Article 370 emerged as the top winner with Best Feature Film and Best Actress for Yami Gautam. Rajkumar Periasamy won Best Direction for Amaran, while Kalki 2898 AD received the wholesome entertainment award.

8 days ago

Former PM Deve Gowda's wife Chennamma passes away at 85

Members of the Deve Gowda family indicated that a decision is likely to be taken to conduct the funeral rites in Hassan, the former Prime Minister's home district.

8 days ago

Rupee Gains 4 Paise as Weaker Dollar Offsets Global Market Jitters

Rupee Ends Three-Day Losing Streak, Opens Higher at 96.31 Against US Dollar

The Indian rupee snapped its three-day losing streak, opening at 4 paise stronger at 96.31 against the US dollar, supported by a weaker greenback after softer US inflation data pushed the dollar index to a one-month low.

9 days ago

West Bengal Tragedy: 2 Students Killed, 5 Injured After Train Rams School Bus In Murshidabad

Two students were killed and five others seriously injured after a passenger train collided with a school van at a level crossing in West Bengal's Murshidabad on Friday. Authorities shifted the injured to hospital and launched an investigation, including allegations of negligence by the railway gateman

9 days ago

US intercepts three commercial vessels attempting to breach Iran naval blockade: CENTCOM

The US has resumed blocking maritime traffic to and from Iranian ports, while stating that the Strait of Hormuz remains open for compliant vessels. The developments come as US military operations against Iran continue, with fresh strikes targeting Iranian military

9 days ago

NEET UG 2026 Re-Exam Results Declared; Aryan Gupta, Panshul Bansal Top with 715 Marks

NEET UG 2026 result declared: See toppers, qualifying statistics and how to check scorecard

The National Testing Agency (NTA) declared the NEET UG 2026 results on Thursday night, hours after releasing the final answer key for the re-examination.The NEET re-exam was held on June 21, 2026 in a single shift- from 2 pm to 5.15 pm after the cancellation of the May 3 examination

9 days ago

Monsoon Session: Judiciary, taxation and MSMEs in focus as Rajya Sabha prepares for new Bills

Monsoon Session 2026: Rajya Sabha to Introduce Supreme Court, Income Tax and MSME Reform Bills

The Rajya Sabha's Monsoon Session, beginning July 20, will focus on judicial reforms, taxation, and MSME development, with five new Bills slated for introduction. Key proposals include increasing the Supreme Court's sanctioned strength from 33 to 37 judges.

10 days ago

Sonakshi Sinha, Samay Raina and Shweta Tiwari support Sonam Wangchuk; Delhi HC orders daily medical monitoring

Reacting to Sonam Wangchuk's 19-day hunger strike, actress Sonakshi Sinha posted a video on Instagram expressing concern over the continued silence. She said Wangchuk was fighting for future generations and a better system, insisting she was speaking out for the country's welfare

10 days ago

Devotee Dies Of Suffocation During Lord Jagannath Rath Yatra In Puri; Over 100 Injured, 52 Rescued

A devotee died after falling during a sudden crowd surge at the Lord Jagannath Rath Yatra in Puri and suffering severe suffocation. Over 120 pilgrims were injured, while many faced breathing difficulties due to heavy congestion

10 days ago

'Make Sonam Wangchuk education minister': Arvind Kejriwal joins Jantar Mantar protest, demands Dharmendra Pradhan's Resignation

Arvind Kejriwal made the remarks on Thursday while visiting Sonam Wangchuk at Jantar Mantar, where the latter is leading a protest over alleged irregularities in national examinations, particularly the NEET medical entrance test.

10 days ago

Jr NTR Not Entering Politics? Team Clarifies Rumours Ahead of July 18 Tirupati Event

Speculation over Jr NTR's political entry resurfaced after reports claimed he would make a major announcement at a July 18 event in Tirupati. However, his team clarified that the programme is part of the #OoruVaada social initiative and has no political connection.

11 days ago

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Articles by Meera Nair

Assam flood death toll rises to 62 as Centre sends team to assess damage

Pralhad Joshi named new education minister; former Dharmendra Pradhan updates X bio

Dharmendra Pradhan resigns: All you need to know about his net worth, education, political journey and criminal cases

India's forex reserves rise by $1.08 billion to $676.24 billion: RB

Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation is non-negotiable, says CJP in meeting with Union Ministers

Global crude oil prices climb above $100 amid Red Sea attacks, supply fears

US completes another round of strikes against Iran

'I'm Here Only To Support The Students': Poonam Pandey Joins CJP Protest At Jantar Mantar, Urges People Not To Politicise Students' Issue

'No discussion on Rohit's last ODI': BCCI responds after Harsh Goenka's takes dig at Indian selectors amid Rohit Sharma retirement news

72nd National Film Awards Winners: Srikanth Wins Best Hindi Feature Film, Yami Gautam Gets Best Actress, Kartik Aaryan Is Best Actor

Former PM Deve Gowda's wife Chennamma passes away at 85

Rupee Ends Three-Day Losing Streak, Opens Higher at 96.31 Against US Dollar

West Bengal Tragedy: 2 Students Killed, 5 Injured After Train Rams School Bus In Murshidabad

US intercepts three commercial vessels attempting to breach Iran naval blockade: CENTCOM

NEET UG 2026 result declared: See toppers, qualifying statistics and how to check scorecard

Monsoon Session 2026: Rajya Sabha to Introduce Supreme Court, Income Tax and MSME Reform Bills

Sonakshi Sinha, Samay Raina and Shweta Tiwari support Sonam Wangchuk; Delhi HC orders daily medical monitoring

Devotee Dies Of Suffocation During Lord Jagannath Rath Yatra In Puri; Over 100 Injured, 52 Rescued

'Make Sonam Wangchuk education minister': Arvind Kejriwal joins Jantar Mantar protest, demands Dharmendra Pradhan's Resignation

Jr NTR Not Entering Politics? Team Clarifies Rumours Ahead of July 18 Tirupati Event

Ranveer Singh touches Sanjay Leela Bhansali's feet; Sara Ali Khan, Aditi Rao Hydari radiate in ethnic outfits at reception

Omar lambasts "arrogant" Congress after BJP's historic victory; Mehbooba reacts [details]

BJP leads in 53 seats, crosses majority mark in Chhattisgarh

Ranbir Kapoor's fans burst crackers inside theatres during Animal screening; fans say 'low budget Salman Khan' fans'