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Karnataka Chief Minister D K Shivakumar announced a separate secretariat to address public grievances and appointed officials to prepare departmental action plans within 15 days. He urged bureaucrats to work transparently, resist political pressure, and focus on accountable governance

The rupee weakened by 7 paise to close at 95.83 against the US dollar amid US-Iran tensions, elevated crude oil prices and safe-haven demand. Investors are closely watching the RBI's monetary policy decision, with inflation, growth and currency stability in focus

Bouncing back from her Paris Olympics disappointment, Hyderabad shooter Esha Singh clinched a world-record gold at the Munich World Cup. Now mentally tougher, the 21-year-old is channeling her focus toward the upcoming September Asian Games and LA 2028

An advocate filed a police complaint against Mamata Banerjee in Siliguri, alleging her remarks on constitutional institutions and Bangladesh-related issues were inflammatory, harmful to India's sovereignty and public order, and capable of affecting diplomatic relations and social harmony

New Delhi: A total of 17 projects or initiatives selected for the National Awards for e-Governance 2026 across seven categories to recognise exemplary contributions in digital governance, an official statement issued on Thursday said. The National Awards for e-Governance (NAeG) are presented every year to recognise and promote excellence in implementation of e-governance initiatives. The […]

India's U-18 men's and women's hockey teams have qualified for the U-18 Asia Cup semifinals in Kakamigahara. The dominant women’s team will face China, while the resilient men's squad is set for a high-voltage clash against rivals Pakistan

Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal said India will implement at least two to three free trade agreements within six months and several more in 2027. He highlighted progress on nine FTAs and credited energy diversification for ensuring stable supplies during the West Asia crisis

India assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate confirmed that senior batters Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma alongside all-rounder Hardik Pandya face fitness assessments ahead of the Afghanistan ODI series following injury concerns stemming from the recently concluded IPL 2026

Kerala Chief Minister V D Satheesan accused the previous LDF government of leaving liabilities of Rs 5.07 lakh crore, including KIIFB debts. He alleged financial mismanagement, questioned treasury fund claims, and said Kerala inherited massive obligations from past borrowings

Rishabh Pant’s childhood coach Devender Sharma backs the wicketkeeper-batter to shine in his milestone 50th Test against Afghanistan

India has solidified its status as a global boxing powerhouse in the latest World Boxing Rankings. Jaismine Lamboria climbed to World No. 1 in the 57kg category, leading a historic surge that places 17 Indian boxers in the global top 10

Prime Minister Narendra Modi held talks with Venezuela’s Acting President/Vice President Delcy Rodriguez in New Delhi, focusing on energy, trade and investment cooperation. The visit comes as India increases Venezuelan crude imports to diversify supplies amid disruptions linked to the West Asia crisis

Ravichandran Ashwin has backed Test captain Shubman Gill to anchor India’s red-ball future following technical adjustments. Ahead of the Afghanistan Test, Ashwin also tipped Kuldeep Yadav to lead the spin attack and expressed excitement over a potential Harsh Dubey debut

Residents of Malviya Nagar remain traumatised after a hotel fire killed 21 people. Witnesses recalled horrific scenes of guests jumping from the building and desperate cries for help. Police arrested the hotel owner and are probing alleged safety and licensing violations

Congress questioned LIC's 10.8% stake in Rajesh Exports after SEBI alleged massive financial misrepresentation and fund diversion. Jairam Ramesh sought accountability, while SEBI barred promoter Rajesh Mehta from trading and ordered a fresh forensic audit into the company

The Supreme Court declined to hear a plea seeking nationwide guidelines for time-bound case disposal and stricter regulation of adjournments. The bench suggested approaching bar bodies instead, humorously noting it did not wish to create friction with lawyers over the issue

Delhi Police have identified nine of the 12 foreign nationals who died in the Malviya Nagar hotel fire that killed 21 people. The owner has been arrested as investigators probe safety lapses, while DNA profiling and repatriation procedures are underway.

Maruti Suzuki has launched India’s first flex-fuel passenger car, the WagonR, capable of running on ethanol blends up to 100%. The move supports India’s clean mobility push, with government backing to reduce emissions and promote alternative fuels like biofuels and hydrogen

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has officially declared the southwest monsoon’s onset over Kerala, marking the start of India’s crucial rainy season. Arriving slightly delayed, the monsoon is vital for agriculture, rural economy, and overall economic growth across the country

An FIR was filed against former West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee over alleged provocative remarks made during a protest, accusing the Home Ministry in connection with a cross-border murder case. The complaint claims her statements could inflame tensions and endanger security

KPCC President BK Hariprasad sparked political discussion by stating that those seeking power may align with DK Shivakumar, while those focused on organisation should work with him. His remarks highlight internal Congress dynamics amid leadership roles in Karnataka

Gold and silver prices rose in MCX trade, supported by a weaker dollar and geopolitical tensions in West Asia amid US–Iran developments. Gold touched ₹1,59,500 per 10 grams, while silver saw volatile movement amid shifting investor sentiment and crude oil declines

Odisha government is planning an ‘e-hundi’ system called Samarpan to enable secure online donations to Shree Jagannath Temple. The proposal aims to modernize offerings, ensure cyber safety, and channel funds toward temple development and conservation

Prime Minister Narendra Modi met Venezuela’s Acting President Delcy Rodriguez in New Delhi to strengthen bilateral ties. Discussions focused on energy security, trade, investment, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, transportation, and renewable energy, aiming to deepen cooperation between the two nations