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38 dead in Johannesburg building fire

At least 38 people were killed on Thursday after a massive fire broke out in a five-storey building in Johannesburg, South Africa's public broadcaster SABC said.

Aug 31, 2023

INDIA Alliance parties kick off 3rd meet in Mumbai, to decide on key issues today

As the third meeting of the INDIA opposition alliance is set to kick off on Thursday in Mumbai, parties will be asked to keep their personal interests aside in order to collectively defeat the BJP in the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, sources said.

Aug 31, 2023

Cauvery dispute: K'taka releases more water to TN after Tribunal's order, farmers continue protest

Following the order of the Cauvery Water Disputes Tribunal (CWDT) and the Supreme Court, the Karnataka government on Thursday increased the quantum of release of water from the KRS Dam in Mandya district amid protests by farmers.

Aug 31, 2023

"Homecoming"; Youth leader Sameer Iqbal rejoins National Conference after quitting Peoples Conference [details]

After working for over eight months with the Peoples Conference Sameer Iqbal said that only a decisive and visionary leadership of the National Conference can take J&K out of the morass.

Aug 30, 2023

Fresh plea seeks survey of 'wuzukhana' in Gyanvapi, hearing on Sep 8

A fresh application has been moved before Varanasi district judge by Rakhi Singh, the main plaintiff in the Shringar Gauri case, demanding survey of the 'wuzukhana' (ablution pond), excluding the purported 'Shivling' found in it last year, in the Gyanvapi mosque by the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI).

Aug 30, 2023

US-bound students advised to be careful what they post online, especially social media platforms [Details]

Students planning to go to the United States for higher education should be careful about what they post on social media or what they communicate with others, say educational consultants.

Aug 30, 2023

Checks on Indian rocket for Sun mission Aditya-L1 and launch rehearsal over

The Indian space agency is gearing up for another interplanetary mission to the Sun slated for September 2 morning.

Aug 30, 2023

Rahul Gandhi, Kharge reach Mysuru for Griha Laxmi scheme launch

AICC chief Mallikarjun Kharge and Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Wednesday arrived in the city to attend the mega launch of the ambitious Griha Laxmi scheme in the state.

Aug 30, 2023

Centre extends deadline till Dec 31 for enabling Aadhaar-based payment for MGNREGA workers

The Central government has extended the deadline for enabling payment of wages for MGNREGA workers through the Aadhaar-based payment system (ABPS) till December 31.

Aug 30, 2023

Class 10 student dies by suicide in B'luru; parents demand probe [details]

A class 10 student in Bengaluru died by suicide as she jumping from the 12th floor of her apartment building, police said on Wednesday, adding that her parents have demanded a probe into the tragic incident.

Aug 30, 2023

Former Karnataka CM Kumaraswamy admitted to hospital in B'luru with fever

Former Chief Minister and senior JD(S) leader H.D. Kumaraswamy got admitted to a private hospital on Wednesday morning after he complained of fever.

Aug 30, 2023

Telugu news channel NTV completes 16 years; celebrates milestone

As NTV commemorates its 16th year of service, it's worth reflecting on the commitment that has driven its journey.

Aug 29, 2023

Zoonotic infection: 8-cm live worm removed from woman's brain in world's 1st discovery

In a world's first such case, a team of Australian neurosurgeons has removed an eight cm-long parasitic roundworm from a patient who complained of forgetfulness and depression.

Aug 29, 2023

UT not permanent feature, positive statement soon: Centre to SC on J&K's statehood

The Central government on Tuesday told the Supreme Court that "Union Territory is not a permanent feature" after the Constitution Bench asked the Attorney General and Solicitor General to seek instructions from the Centre over the timeframe to restore statehood of the erstwhile state of Jammu and Kashmir.

Aug 29, 2023

LPG gas cylinder price slashed by Rs 200; total benefit of Rs 400 under Ujjwala scheme [details]

In what is seen as a major relief for Indian households, PM Modi-led Indian government has announced a generous Rs 200 price cut on domestic LPG cylinders ahead of festive season.

Aug 29, 2023